Trucks
Robert drives a 2002 Dodge RAM 1500 with over 300,000 miles on it. Recently, he noticed his speedometer wasn’t working and his check engine light was illuminated. Though these may not seem like transmission issues, Robert knew they could be…
There’s nothing better than having a heavy duty truck you can rely on for everything you need to do. You need to utilize the truck every day for work, recreation, family activities and many other purposes. Unfortunately, many heavy duty…
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…
If you can’t remember when you had your last transmission service, you may be due for a check up. Depending on the age, make, model and mileage of your truck, it’s often recommended to get your transmission fluid and filter…
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…
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,…
Kelly & Lesli drive a 2006 Ford F-150. Recently, they began experiencing transmission shifting issues in their truck. It would often slip out of gear when taking off from a stop (whether the vehicle was hot or cold). It was…
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Why Your Transmission Slips Between Specific Gears
When an automatic transmission is working properly, gear changes should feel smooth and consistent. If your engine suddenly revs higher during a shift or your vehicle briefly loses acceleration, the transmission may be slipping. Sometimes…
Why Your Truck’s Transmission Shudders Under Load
When you’re towing a trailer or hauling a heavy load, your truck’s transmission has to work harder than it does during normal driving. If you notice shaking, vibration or a shuddering sensation during acceleration, it…
Why Some Transmission Problems Can Be Intermittent
Transmission problems don’t always happen consistently. Your vehicle might shift roughly one day and operate normally the next. You may notice hesitation during a long drive but experience no problems on shorter trips. These intermittent…