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Where Is My Carburetor?

A Carburetor is a device which mixes air and fuel at the proper ratio before it enters the Engine. However, Carburetors are no longer found on Modern Cars, since Cars built after the mid-‘80s have transitioned to Fuel Injection systems. Both Carburetors and Fuel Injection perform the same basic role, but as emissions requirements changed, …

Repair Work? Now’s The Time!

Back in March, the Auto Repair industry had predicted that the Pandemic would cause an Auto Parts shortage, with many Auto Parts coming from other countries. The time has come, since we are starting to see empty shelves at our supply shops. Our supply shops are notifying us that it has been more challenging for …

What Does A Fuel Filter Do?

Why do Fuel Filters need replacing? It may be obvious that a Fuel Filter filters the fuel in your car. Why is a Fuel Filter important? A Fuel Filter helps protect your Engine, since it filters impurities and particles out of your fuel before it reaches the Engine. Over time, these impurities build up on …

Is It Time For A Coolant Flush?

During your last Routine Maintenance, your Service Writer advised that you might need a Coolant Flush. Why, and what does this mean? Coolant, or Antifreeze, is what keeps your Engine at an appropriate temperature. Thus, with good Coolant Under The Hood, your Engine is less likely to overheat. As a result, your car will be …

How Regular Vehicle Maintenance Saves Money

We all want to Save Money on Auto Repair, right? Well, we have the solution for you: Routine Vehicle Maintenance! Wait, what? Doesn’t that mean that I have to put more money into my car each time I’m at the shop? Not really. You may be paying for thorough inspections of your Brakes and your …

Does My Car’s Air Conditioning Need Recharge?

It’s summer, which means that you may be using your car’s Air Conditioning more often. Since it hasn’t gotten much use for a while, you may need an A/C Recharge. It’s a good idea to run your Air Conditioner early in the season, before it gets too hot; if it doesn’t blow cold enough, you …

Tips For Improving Gas Mileage

Happy unofficial beginning of summer! With warmer weather on tap, a road trip might be on your mind! I know I’m always up for a good drive: I’ll bring some good tunes, some good snacks, and – hopefully – some sunny weather! Another thing you might be considering is optimizing your fuel economy. Whether you’re …