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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…
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…
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Recent Posts
Why Your Transmission Slips Between Specific Gears
When an automatic transmission is working properly, gear changes should feel smooth and consistent. If your engine suddenly revs higher during a shift or your vehicle briefly loses acceleration, the transmission may be slipping. Sometimes…
Why Your Truck’s Transmission Shudders Under Load
When you’re towing a trailer or hauling a heavy load, your truck’s transmission has to work harder than it does during normal driving. If you notice shaking, vibration or a shuddering sensation during acceleration, it…
Why Some Transmission Problems Can Be Intermittent
Transmission problems don’t always happen consistently. Your vehicle might shift roughly one day and operate normally the next. You may notice hesitation during a long drive but experience no problems on shorter trips. These intermittent…