Ralph’s Transmission

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6 Reasons Why Your Gears Are Grinding

Grinding gears is one of the most common signs of a transmission problem. It means that the clutch isn’t completely disengaging from the engine while the gears are still rotation. However, there are numerous reasons why it could be happening.…

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Ralph’s Transmission Rebuilds Transmission for Dodge Ram Owner

Steve has put a lot of mileage on his Dodge Ram since he bought it. This truck is his workhorse and he depends on it every day. Recently, the check engine light in Steve’s truck came on and he began…

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Ralph’s Transmission Wins “Best of Stanislaus” Gold Award for 4th Year in a Row!

Contentment Health & Lifestyle recently released their annual “Best of Stanislaus” issue, where they recognize Stanislaus County businesses based on votes from their magazine readers and website visitors. The votes are accepted throughout the year and tallied up at the…

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Ralph’s Transmission Wishes You a Very Merry Christmas!

Can you believe it’s already Christmas time and 2019 is almost over? This year seemed to fly by, but it was filled with many memorable moments at Ralph’s Transmission and we can’t wait to see what 2020 brings. It’s going…

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Need Help with Financing Your Transmission Repairs?

The holiday season can be one of the most frustrating times to deal with automotive repairs. You need your vehicle to get around, especially if you plan to travel over Christmas or New Year’s. You depend on it every day,…

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The Attitude of Gratitude

Thanksgiving is this week. It’s a special time of year to get together with family and friends, while sharing gratitude for all that is most important in our lives. With that in mind, we at Ralph’s Transmission would like to…

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We Love SUVs, Too!

We’ve made no secret at Ralph’s Transmission that we are fond of trucks. We specialize in heavy duty work trucks and all types of pickups. We just love working on trucks! However, it is important to note that we work…

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Got a Heavy Duty Truck? Trust it with Ralph’s Transmission!

Though Ralph’s Transmission works on vehicles of all shapes and sizes, we especially love heavy duty trucks. From specialty service trucks to big, beefy American pickups made by Ford, Chevy, GMC and Dodge, they are our favorite types of vehicles…

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What You Should Know About Transmission Fluid

We’ve all been to the doctor and gotten a blood test. It’s a smart thing to do periodically if you care about your health. Well, if you also care about the health and performance of your car, truck or SUV,…

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Maintaining Your Truck’s Transmission

When you drive a larger vehicle like a truck or SUV, it is very important that you take care of the transmission. Remember that it is heavier by nature and there are reasons why we own these bigger vehicles. You…

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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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