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When we were renovating Ralph’s Transmission several years ago, we updated everything. The shop got a facelift and everything inside was upgraded. We designed a new logo. Most importantly, we came up with a new slogan: “A Commitment to Quality…
Jeff lives down in San Diego, which is almost 450 miles away from Modesto. He was experiencing transmission problems with his 1997 Ford F-250 4×4 (with more than 200,000 miles on it), but wasn’t getting the help he wanted at…
We all types of vehicles at Ralph’s Transmission. From small cars and light trucks to SUVs and sports cars, we see a wide variety of vehicles come through our Modesto shop every single day. We’re more than happy to help…
Ralph’s Transmission has been in the same location in Downtown Modesto (just up 9th Street a few blocks from the Modesto Arch) since 1969. We celebrated our 50th anniversary just last year. Even though 2020 has thrown us all some…
Transmission fluid is the lifeblood of your transmission. If the transmission fluid is low, there are any number of problems that can develop. A transmission system has many moving parts and the fluid plays a vital role in providing lubrication,…
There are plenty of cases where a major component fails inside a transmission. A torque converter can stop working correctly without notice. Something could snap or crack under pressure, especially if the part installed is weak to begin with. Things…
Maria drives a 2014 Nissan Altima and knew that it was due for a transmission service. She called Ralph’s Transmission in Modesto and spoke with Erika Alcazar, who is our lead Service Advisor. She scheduled an appointment to bring her…
This has been an unusual year, with the past few months, weeks and days all blending together. If Memorial Day Weekend taught us anything, it’s that people are eager to get out and enjoy some “normal” social and outdoor activities,…
We would like to take this opportunity remind our customers that Ralph’s Transmission does offer free towing services within 30 miles of our downtown Modesto shop. If you are live nearby and are able to bring your vehicle to us,…
The times have certainly changed in the past couple months, but Ralph’s Transmission is still here to serve the needs of Central Valley residents. If you have transmission problems or need standard transmission maintenance services on any vehicle, call us…
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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…