Ralph’s Transmission
Tim owns a 2012 GMC Savana 3500 with nearly 200,000 miles on it. Needless to say, this heavy duty cargo van has been a workhorse for him throughout the years. Recently, he began noticing some significant transmission issues. It was…
It can be very frustrating when your transmission fails and leaves you stranded. Your vehicle won’t let you drive anywhere, even to a repair shop to get it fixed. At Ralph’s Transmission, we understand this is a tough situation for…
Cruz drives a 2002 GMC Sierra 1500 with over 275,000 miles on it. Recently, he began experiencing transmission trouble. It was slipping when in 1st gear and was shifting very roughly between 2nd and 3rd gears. Cruz also noticed a…
If you drive a 4-wheel-drive (4WD) or all-wheel-drive (AWD) truck, SUV or service vehicle, you have to consider the health and performance of your transfer case. This important component is critical for vehicles that utilize all four wheels to drive…
Leonard drives a 2015 Ford F-150 with over 369,000 miles on it. He recently began experiencing transmission problems and assumed his transmission was failing. That would not be a surprise with a transmission that has this many miles, but we…
It’s never fun to have any kind of automotive problems. It’s important to understand what the source of the problem might be. Is it the engine? Is it the exhaust system or cooling system? Is it the transmission? It helps…
It can be expensive to deal with major automotive repairs like a failing transmission. However, you need to get your transmission fixed as soon as possible. It’s not safe to drive around with a damaged transmission. You are also risking…
Leigh drives a 2010 Ford F-150 with over 150,000 miles on it. She began noticing an unusual scraping noise when driving at higher speeds over 45 MPH. The noise would also tend to go away when engaging the truck into…
We love trucks at Ralph’s Transmission. From daily driver pickups to heavy duty work trucks and larger utility vehicles, we have spent years serving truck owners throughout the Central Valley. Whether you drive a truck for work or for fun,…
One of the most common questions we get at Ralph’s Transmission is after we recommend a full custom transmission rebuild to one of our customers. They inevitably ask: Is a transmission rebuild necessary? And yes, it is a very fair…
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Recent Posts
Is Your Truck Hesitating While Driving?
When you press the accelerator, you expect your truck to respond immediately. If it hesitates, feels sluggish or briefly loses power, something isn’t working properly. While hesitation can have several causes, transmission problems should be…
What That Burning Smell Could Mean for Your Transmission
A strange burning smell coming from your vehicle is never something to ignore. While several automotive issues can produce unusual odors, a burning smell from the transmission is often a warning that your transmission needs…
Is Your Transmission Wearing Out Naturally or Because of Damage?
Every transmission experiences wear over time. However, there is an important difference between normal aging and damage caused by overheating, poor maintenance or demanding driving conditions. Knowing which one you are dealing with can help…