Ralph’s Transmission
Leeann was beyond frustrated with her 2002 Dodge Durango. It had recurring transmission issues and certain fault codes would always come up any time diagnostics were run. She had brought it into Ralph’s Transmission multiple times in the past to determine the…
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It’s an unpleasant sound, for sure. It never feels good when you are shifting gears and you hear (and usually feel) that awful grinding noise. It’s not good for the transmission, and especially the gears themselves. In this article, we…
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Nilesh was in a dilemma. He was trying to decide if he wanted to fix up his 2004 BMW X3 or just go and buy a new car. He knew his old car had some transmission problems that needed to be addressed.…
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Every vehicle’s transmission will be equipped with a transmission filter. It is a small, but very important component that will keep your transmission running smoothly. Many car owners are familiar with the basic function of their oil filter, even if…
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Dolly and Pat were worried. They knew they had some serious transmission problems and figured replacing the transmission on their Dodge Grand Caravan was going to be their only option. Fortunately, they sought a second opinion and took their car into Ralph’s Transmission of…
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It’s a pretty common question people have when purchasing a car. Assuming you know how to drive stick (or are willing to learn), you always have a choice between an automatic transmission and a manual transmission. Some people will see the sticker…
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Tom is the owner of Monaco Installations and Repair right here in Modesto, which specializes in appliance installation and repair services. When his primary service vehicle began experiencing major transmission problems, he knew it was time to get it resolved. This is…
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Most people are typically pretty good at remembering to get their oil changed every 3,000-5,000 miles. However, not everybody is as diligent about other common maintenance issues. One of the most important maintenance needs of every vehicle is often completely…
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A standard transmission maintenance service will include changing the transmission fluid and filter. In some ways, it’s a similar process as what’s done for a typical engine oil change, though the work is a little trickier for a transmission and it usually…
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David had a reason to be frustrated. He had just the transmission of his 1994 Ford Taurus rebuilt by another shop in Stockton, but it was still having problems and was not backed by any sort of warranty. Also, it was a…
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Heavy Duty Performance: Why Modesto Truck Owners Trust Us with Chevy and GMC Transmissions
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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…