Ralph’s Transmission
It’s one of the simplest of parts on any vehicle, but it is also one of the most important. Unfortunately, it is also one that is commonly overlooked by auto repair shops when they work on engine or transmission repairs.…
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We’ve all been to the doctor for a routine check up. They will look you over, ask some questions and perform a few simple tests to get a general picture of your health. This is kind of what an external inspection is…
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As Glenn was driving along one day, he heard a loud “bang” sound come from under his Chevy Suburban. He didn’t think too much of it at the time, but then he started noticing a strange grinding noise and vibrations a…
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At Ralph’s Transmission, we service all types of transmissions. We do standard transmission fluid and filter changes, minor transmission repairs, complete transmission rebuilds and everything in between. Ralph’s Transmission in Modesto is the Central Valley’s one-stop shop for all things transmission. When it…
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Jacques was driving through the Central Valley while on a vacation. Unfortunately, he noticed his Ford F-250 was acting funny and not running right. He checked the fluid levels and found that his transmission fluid reservoir was almost empty. Obviously concerned, he…
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When it comes to diagnosing a transmission problem, there are different inspections that the technicians at Ralph’s Transmission may need to perform to get to the real source of the issue. There are external inspections, which are the simplest. There are internal…
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Jeff is still relatively new to Modesto, so he is still getting to know the community and our local businesses. He discovered Ralph’s Transmission when he needed a standard transmission service on his 2013 Dodge Ram 1500. “I’m new to Modesto. My wife…
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If you ever visited the old Ralph’s Transmission, you might not even recognize it today. Though we still uphold high standards of personalized customer service, dating back to the shop’s roots in 1969, a lot about the shop has changed in…
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Automotive repair can be an unpredictable business. As a leading transmission shop that’s been around for almost 50 years, Ralph’s Transmission has seen just about everything. Even though we specialize only in transmission repair, transmission service and transmission rebuilds, we often help…
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We take great pride in our history at Ralph’s Transmission, even though things are a lot different around the shop now. When the original Ralph opened the shop on 9th Street back in 1969, it was always meant to be a small, family-run…
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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…
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…
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…