Ralph’s Transmission
Ralph’s Transmission has been a trusted local transmission shop since it was first opened in 1969. Today, it remains a family-owned and operated business. We are proud to be a part of the Modesto community and serve customers throughout the…
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There are many hard-working people in the Central Valley who depend on their work trucks. It gets you where you need to go and it carries everything you need for your job. From trusty pickup trucks to large utility vehicles,…
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Joe drives a 2008 Nissan Titan. He was recently out of town on a camping trip when his truck began experiencing acceleration problems. His check engine light came on and he was losing power at certain speeds—especially when climbing steep…
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Your vehicle has many different types of fluids, which perform specific functions to keep it running well. One of the most important automotive fluids is your transmission fluid. It provides important hydraulic and cooling functions within the transmission system. Without…
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If you live in the Central Valley, you may already know the Ralph’s Transmission name from our billboards and radio ads. You may even know our slogan “A Commitment to Quality Since 1969” and about our 3 Year, 100,000 Mile…
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This is a very good question we get a lot at Ralph’s Transmission. We specialize in full custom transmission rebuilds and it is a recommended service if your transmission has internal damage and can be properly rebuilt. So, how long…
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Anthony drives a 2020 Chevy Colorado. He had been experiencing some transmission issues recently, after having it serviced by another local automotive shop. They replaced the transmission fluid, but didn’t replace the transmission filter or perform any thorough testing. Anthony…
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Janice and Marshall drive a 2012 GMC Acadia. They were having transmission problems last year when their torque converter failed. They had their SUV’s transmission rebuilt at Ralph’s Transmission in Modesto, which is a service backed by a 3 Year,…
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Though we work on all types of vehicles at Ralph’s Transmission, we are most passionate about trucks. We love trucks and we are proud to be a truck transmission specialist serving the Central Valley. From mid-size trucks and SUVs to…
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Tami drives a 2018 Dodge Journey. She thought she had a transmission problem in her mid-size SUV because it was reacting strangely when she would accelerate. It was like nothing would happen for a couple seconds, and then suddenly the…
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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…