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Transmission Overheating? Here’s What You Need to Know.

Everyone knows that their vehicle’s engine can overheat. Did you know it can happen to your transmission, as well? In fact, an overheating transmission is a major concern. If it happens, you will want to get your transmission system inspected…

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What to Do if You Have a Transmission Fluid Leak

If you notice any fluid leaking underneath your car, truck or SUV, you should be concerned. It may be a minor problem like a loose fitting or worn hose. Or, it could be the sign of a much bigger issue.…

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Chrysler Owner Gets Free Transmission Inspection at Ralph’s Transmission

Trevor recently bought a 2008 Chrysler Town & Country with over 100,000 miles on it. One of the first things he did was service the transmission on his own. After driving it awhile, Trevor began noticing some odd transmission issues.…

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Dodge SUV Owners Get Transmission Rebuilt at Ralph’s Transmission

Andrea and Jeremiah drive a 2013 Dodge Journey. It was experiencing some significant shifting issues, so they brought their SUV into Ralph’s Transmission for a free transmission inspection and professional diagnosis. “Absolutely amazing customer service,” Andrea says. “The service team…

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Get Your Transmission Ready for the Central Valley Summer!

It’s no secret that it gets hot around the Central Valley in the summer. It can be sweltering, and this can be rough on your vehicle. It’s a good idea to get your cooling system checked out, as well as…

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Ford Owner Appreciates Free Towing and Inspection from Ralph’s Transmission

Pam drives a 2015 Ford Escape. Recently, she began experiencing problems with her transmission. It felt like it was slipping and having trouble engaging in low gear when starting from a stop. When her transmission warning light came on, she…

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Trouble Shifting? Here’s What You Need to Know!

If your vehicle isn’t shifting between gears smoothly, you may have a transmission issue or some other sort of drivetrain problem. It doesn’t matter if you drive an automatic or manual transmission vehicle. It needs to shift properly in order…

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Taking Care of Your Truck’s Transmission

At Ralph’s Transmission, we make it no secret that we love trucks. Many of us at the shop drive trucks and we work with many truck owners throughout the Central Valley. Whether you use your truck for work, for recreation…

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Nissan Owner Gets New Transmission Installed at Ralph’s Transmission

Carlos drives a 2017 Nissan Sentra and recently started experiencing significant transmission issues. It’s rare for a transmission that new to fail completely, but the vehicle was beyond its original warranty and the transmission was damaged beyond repair. If we…

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Heavy Duty Performance: Why Modesto Truck Owners Trust Us with Chevy and GMC Transmissions

Driving a Chevy Silverado or a GMC Sierra in the Central Valley means operating a powerhouse designed for heavy lifting and enduring the California heat. However, these rugged American trucks face immense strain on their…

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Why Your Truck Struggles to Shift While Towing

If your truck hesitates, shifts hard or struggles to stay in gear while towing or hauling heavy loads, your transmission may be under more stress than it can handle. At Ralph’s Transmission in Modesto, we…

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What Happens if You Ignore Transmission Problems Too Long?

It’s easy to put off a repair when your vehicle is still drivable. Maybe it’s a slight delay when shifting or a small fluid leak. But when it comes to your transmission, waiting too long…

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