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A Clean Shop is Part of Our Commitment to Quality

At Ralph’s Transmission, we aim to keep our transmission repair shop clean and tidy at all times. We also do a thorough cleaning of the entire facility at the beginning of each week. It makes for a more productive work…

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Customer Has Chevy Tahoe Transmission Rebuilt at Ralph’s Transmission

Zach drives a 2012 Chevy Tahoe with over 140,000 miles on it. He recently began experiencing some major transmission issues. The SUV was having shifting into any gear other than park, and he wasn’t able to drive anywhere. Zach called…

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The Pros and Cons of a Transmission Rebuild vs. Transmission Replacement

If you have a failing transmission, you may be faced with two major repair options: transmission rebuild or transmission replacement. Rebuilding the transmission may not always be a viable solution, depending on the type of transmission and the extent of…

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Dodge SUV Owner Finds Peace of Mind with Ralph’s Transmission Warranty

Bert drives a 2017 Dodge Journey and was experiencing transmission issues on a recent road trip. The SUV was having trouble shifting into certain gears at various speeds. The check engine light was also on and several transmission-related fault codes…

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Local Transmission Care from a Team You Can Trust

Ralph’s Transmission has been a trusted local transmission shop since it was first opened in 1969. Today, it remains a family-owned and operated business. We are proud to be a part of the Modesto community and serve customers throughout the…

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Free Transmission Inspections at Ralph’s Transmission

If you live in the Central Valley, you may already know the Ralph’s Transmission name from our billboards and radio ads. You may even know our slogan “A Commitment to Quality Since 1969” and about our 3 Year, 100,000 Mile…

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How Long Should a Rebuilt Transmission Last?

This is a very good question we get a lot at Ralph’s Transmission. We specialize in full custom transmission rebuilds and it is a recommended service if your transmission has internal damage and can be properly rebuilt. So, how long…

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Chevy Truck Owner Gets Transmission Inspected at Ralph’s Transmission

Anthony drives a 2020 Chevy Colorado. He had been experiencing some transmission issues recently, after having it serviced by another local automotive shop. They replaced the transmission fluid, but didn’t replace the transmission filter or perform any thorough testing. Anthony…

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GMC SUV Owners Get Warrantied Transmission Inspected

Janice and Marshall drive a 2012 GMC Acadia. They were having transmission problems last year when their torque converter failed. They had their SUV’s transmission rebuilt at Ralph’s Transmission in Modesto, which is a service backed by a 3 Year,…

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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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