Servicing Your Car to Keep It On the Road

What Is Your Brake Pedal Trying to Tell You?

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Have you ever heard the expression ‘flying by the seat of your pants’, which generally means that you are doing something intuitively, rather than consciously? When you drive your car you may rely on different sensations to tell you when something isn’t quite right (especially with the braking system) and in this case, you may be ‘driving by the ball of your foot’. What could be wrong if you’re feeling something strange from the brake pedal?…

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Knowing When It's Time to Rebuild Your Alternator

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The alternator is an important part of the vehicle’s engine. It keeps the battery sufficiently charged so that all the electrical components of the vehicle can remain functional. The alternator and the battery exist in a symbiotic relationship where they constantly depend on each other. Therefore, when the alternator experiences issues, the battery closely follows. Alternator rebuilds are sometime necessary to repair a faulty alternator. During a rebuild, various components of the alternator itself are inspected for damage or wear and tear, and replaced if necessary.…

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What Type of Engine Rebuild Does Your Car Require? Here Are the 3 Main Types of Engine Rebuilding to Consider!

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Wondering whether your engine rebuild is going to be a major investment or only a minor expense? It all depends on the degree of the damage and exactly what needs to be done. Your preferences and your mechanic’s recommendations may also play a part in the type of engine rebuild you get. Here are the three main types of engine rebuilding done today, from cheapest to most expensive. When It’s Good News: The Cheapest Engine Rebuild Jobs…

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