Ralph’s Transmission

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Ford Escape Owner Appreciates Great Service at Ralph’s Transmission

Courtney drives a 2019 Ford Escape. She recently began noticing some driving issues once the vehicle would reach over 40 MPH. It would start to shimmy and seemed to be running roughly. It also struggled to accelerate when in higher…

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Why Do We Offer a 3 Year, 100,000 Mile Warranty?

All repair services at Ralph’s Transmission are covered by warranty. The coverage and timelines may depend on the specific services performed and parts used. Be sure and ask your service advisor about specific warranty information as it relates to any…

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How to Choose Between Repairing or Replacing Your Transmission

When it comes to deciding whether to repair or replace your car’s transmission, the answer isn’t as straightforward as you would think. It depends on several factors, such as the type of vehicle you have, the age of the transmission,…

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The Benefits of a Truck Transmission Specialist

Not only is Ralph’s Transmission one of the Central Valley’s leading transmission repair and rebuild specialists. We are also truck specialists. Our shop is equipped to handle larger heavy duty trucks and service vehicles, and our staff brings extensive experience…

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Ford SUV Owner is Grateful for Free Diagnostics at Ralph’s Transmission

Matt drives a 2018 Ford Expedition and was recently having some drive issues. The vehicle was slow to shift out of park, and then would sometimes lurch awkwardly at slow speeds. The maintenance light also came on a couple times,…

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4 Reasons to Get Your Transmission Rebuilt

Sometimes, standard maintenance or repairs will resolve transmission problems. In other cases, a bigger decision needs to be made. Should you replace your damaged transmission or have it rebuilt by a transmission rebuild specialist like Ralph’s Transmission? There are some…

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RV Owner Appreciates Quality Service at Ralph’s Transmission

Cindy owns a 2017 Dodge Ram Promaster 3500 touring coach RV that she lives in full time and travels around the country. She was in Modesto to help take care of a loved one, and she needed some work done…

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4 Myths About Transmission Repairs

Do you need transmission repairs? Whether it’s a minor issue or a major transmission rebuild, it’s important to get the facts before making any decisions. Unfortunately, there are a lot of myths out there about transmission repairs. At Ralph’s Transmission…

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The Reviews Are in for Ralph’s Transmission!

At Ralph’s Transmission, we love hearing honest feedback from our customers. Whether you had a positive service experience at our shop or want to offer some constructive criticism, we appreciate when someone takes the time to write and post a…

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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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