Trucks
There are three “T” words that are very important to us at Ralph’s Transmission: Transmissions, Trucks and Trust. Central Valley Transmission Specialist First and foremost, we are transmission specialists. We only work on transmission and drivetrain issues. Ralph’s Transmission is…
Ken drives a 1996 Dodge Ram 2500 with over 350,000 miles on it. Recently, he began noticing some potential transmission problems. The engine would rev into high RPMs when the truck was cold and the gears were slipping from time…
Raymond drives a 2007 Dodge Ram 2500. He had an after-market lift kit installed, but ultimately starting having some shifting problems in his truck. Once he would get up to 45-55 MPH, he was hearing a strange humming noise and…
Dennis drives a 2006 Chevy Silverado 1500. He was driving up Altamont Pass when his truck lost speed and his RPMs quickly rose over 5,000. Since then, his truck would lose power any time he was driving over 15-20 miles…
Henry drives a 2006 GMC Sierra with more than 180,000 miles on it. He recently began experiencing some transmission problems. The truck was having trouble staying in gear. At first, it was mainly the shift between 3rd and 4th gear…
Jay visited Ralph’s Transmission last fall when his 2007 Ford F-150 was having major transmission problems. His driveline had become disconnected and he also noticed a crack in his transmission’s bell housing. He brought his truck into the Central Valley…
At Ralph’s Transmission, we make it no secret that we love trucks. Many of us at the shop drive trucks and we work with many truck owners throughout the Central Valley. Whether you use your truck for work, for recreation…
Jerry owns a 1997 GMC pickup truck that currently has more than 220,000 miles on it. It has been his trusty workhorse for many years. Jerry loves his truck and he takes good care of it. Recently, he visited Ralph’s…
Jose was concerned when the transmission fluid started leaking in his 2004 Ford F-250 Super Duty after towing a heavy load up a steep grade. The transmission seemed to be shifting decently, but he knew the leak was the sign…
Steven drives a 2005 Ford F-250 Super Duty truck with more than 120,000 miles on it. Recently, he visited Ralph’s Transmission because he thought he had a transmission problem. The truck was stopping and accelerating awkwardly and the dashboard lights…
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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…