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When it comes to transmission rebuilds in the Central Valley, Ralph’s Transmission offers an industry-leading 3 Year, 100,000 Mile Warranty. We stand behind our work with a strong warranty program. If you get your vehicle’s transmission rebuilt at Ralph’s, you…
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There are many reasons why a full custom transmission rebuild may be recommended over a complete transmission replacement or trying to make partial repairs. It can provide a long-term solution and help make your transmission run like new again. There…
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At Ralph’s Transmission, we work with many Central Valley business owners, utility companies and civic service providers. They have fleets of work trucks, vans and cars that need transmission maintenance and repairs. We offer professional fleet transmission account services to…
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The torque converter plays a very important role in any automatic transmission system. It controls the shifting of gears while you drive, so the vehicle shifts smoothly upon acceleration or deceleration. If it becomes damaged and starts to fail, it…
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One step we generally take when inspecting vehicles at Ralph’s Transmission is to conduct a road test. This is done along with diagnostic testing and a physical inspection of the transmission and transmission fluid. All of these steps together help…
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Gabe drives a 2004 Chevy Tahoe with over 150,000 miles on it. He recently began experiencing transmission problems and noticed the vehicle wasn’t shifting into 4th gear. He also noticed a strong burning smell. Gabe needed to get his SUV…
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Whether your transmission is acting up or it’s just been a long time since you last had your transmission inspected, you can bring your vehicle into Ralph’s Transmission in Modesto for a free transmission inspection. In addition, we will provide…
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Brian drives a 2007 Chevrolet Express 3500, which is a 29-foot Class C motorhome. He was planning a trip just a couple weeks away and needed to get his transmission fixed. He knew it was slowly dying and needed some…
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If you are in the Central Valley and experiencing problems with your vehicle’s transmission, Ralph’s Transmission is here to help you with whatever transmission maintenance or repair services you need. Driving around with a bad transmission can be unsafe and…
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Collin drives a 2016 Chevy Silverado with just under 100,000 miles on it. He recently began experiencing some transmission problems. The shifts between 1st and 2nd gear and between park and reverse were rough. The truck would also shudder violently…
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The Differences Between a Rebuild and a Remanufactured Transmission
If your transmission is failing, you’ll likely hear two options: rebuild or replace. When it comes to transmission replacement, you also have options: new, used and remanufactured. While all will restore function, there are important…
How Heat Affects Transmission Performance in the Central Valley
If you drive in California’s Central Valley, you know how intense the summer heat can get. What many drivers don’t realize is just how much that heat impacts their vehicle—especially the transmission. At Ralph’s Transmission…
What Parts Are Replaced During a Transmission Rebuild?
If your vehicle needs a transmission rebuild, you may be wondering exactly what gets replaced. The truth is, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Every rebuild is different because every transmission wears differently and different internal or…