Transmission Problems
Differentials give your vehicle’s the ability to turn at different rates. This provides better handling and better torque efficiency. Front-wheel drive vehicles will have a front differential, while rear-wheel drive cars and trucks have a rear differential. All-wheel drive and…
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Daryl drives a 2003 Dodge Ram 3500 and noticed that transmission fluid was leaking from under his truck. He took it to another local automotive shop for an inspection and repair quote, but he wanted a second opinion. So, he…
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You may have seen our billboards all over the Central Valley advertising the Ralph’s Transmission 3 Year, 100,000 Mile Warranty. Naturally, we get a lot of questions about our warranty program from customers. We wanted to do a little Q&A…
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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…
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Everyone knows that their vehicle’s engine can overheat. Did you know it can happen to your transmission, as well? In fact, an overheating transmission is a major concern. If it happens, you will want to get your transmission system inspected…
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Carolina recently visited Ralph’s Transmission in Modesto because her car was having transmission problems. She wasn’t sure exactly what was wrong, so she wanted to get a free professional inspection from our expert transmission technicians. After running diagnostic tests, performing…
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If you notice any fluid leaking underneath your car, truck or SUV, you should be concerned. It may be a minor problem like a loose fitting or worn hose. Or, it could be the sign of a much bigger issue.…
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Trevor recently bought a 2008 Chrysler Town & Country with over 100,000 miles on it. One of the first things he did was service the transmission on his own. After driving it awhile, Trevor began noticing some odd transmission issues.…
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Over the years on the Ralph’s Transmission Blog, we’ve shared plenty of articles detailing signs of transmission problems. Gears slipping, gears grinding, gears not engaging, fluid leaks, sluggish acceleration—these are just a few ways to see or feel that something…
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A customer who goes by the nickname “Sarge” visited the Ralph’s Transmission shop recently. He drives a 2006 Chevy 2500 Duramax diesel truck with over 180,000 miles on it. He was getting ready for a long haul, so he wanted…
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Why Transmission Leaks Should Never Be Ignored
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