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At Ralph’s Transmission, we stand behind all our work. We take pride in being one of the Central Valley’s leading transmission specialists. Because we focus solely on transmission care and drivetrain issues, we believe it enhances the quality of our…
Kelli was experiencing transmission problems in her 2007 Chevy Impala. The vehicle would “jump” awkwardly upon acceleration and then lurch forward violently when coming to a stop. It was also struggling to accelerate when over 40 MPH. The jumping and…
As we’ve discussed a lot on the Ralph’s Transmission Blog, there are many reasons why you might consider getting your damaged transmission rebuilt rather than replacing it or making smaller repairs. There are long-term benefits to a professionally done transmission…
A clogged transmission filter is a fairly common transmission problem that we see at Ralph’s Transmission. The problem is that many drivers tend to ignore the warning signs and keep driving until it leads to much more significant (and expensive)…
It’s a fairly common recommendation by general auto repair shops to install a used transmission. Your current transmission may be damaged beyond repair—or at least beyond what they are able to repair at their shop. Naturally, you will be faced…
Adam owns a 2004 Chevy Suburban with more than 200,000 miles on it. Fairly recently, he had the transmission replaced at another shop with a used transmission. Unfortunately, he started experiencing problems soon after it was installed. Having been to…
If you ever look under your vehicle and see a transmission fluid leak—or any fluid leak for that matter—you will not want to wait to get your vehicle looked at immediately by a transmission expert. Transmission fluids can vary in…
When your vehicle’s transmission has significant internal damage, you have choices to make. Some transmission problems go beyond simply getting the transmission fluid and filter replaced (i.e., a “standard transmission service”) or just replacing one failing component. Don’t Let Transmission…
Kyle drives a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee and has had persistent transmission problems in recent years. He already had his transmission built by another shop, but was starting to experience some of the same issues as before. The transmission seemed…
When you take the steps to take care of your transmission, you will get better performance and a longer lifespan out of the sensitive components within the transmission system. It’s common for internal parts to fail and that leads to…
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Recent Posts
Is Your Truck Hesitating While Driving?
When you press the accelerator, you expect your truck to respond immediately. If it hesitates, feels sluggish or briefly loses power, something isn’t working properly. While hesitation can have several causes, transmission problems should be…
What That Burning Smell Could Mean for Your Transmission
A strange burning smell coming from your vehicle is never something to ignore. While several automotive issues can produce unusual odors, a burning smell from the transmission is often a warning that your transmission needs…
Is Your Transmission Wearing Out Naturally or Because of Damage?
Every transmission experiences wear over time. However, there is an important difference between normal aging and damage caused by overheating, poor maintenance or demanding driving conditions. Knowing which one you are dealing with can help…