Tag: belts

Every engine has motor mounts; in fact, most cars have multiple sets but what do they do and why are they important? The GOOD Motor mounts, also called engine mounts, are made of rubber and steel. The motor mount gets fastened to the frame of the vehicle and the engine gets bolted to the motor […]

You walk into your local auto mechanics shop and ask for a tune up, but what are you really getting? Asking for a tune up is like putting butter on your popcorn at the movie theater it is just second nature. The fact is that as technology continues to improve the term “tune up” changes too. In […]

Going on vacation is supposed to be a joyous time, a time where you can unwind from the daily grind and reconnect with your loved ones. Don’t get caught with a broken down car and a ruined vacation. Follow this vacation preparation guide and be on the road to happy memories: Check under the Hood: […]

With Spring knocking on our door here is a checklist for your mechanical vehicle maintenance to ensure your car is in peak condition. 1) Oil and filter:  The general rule with oil and filters is 6 months or 5000 miles to change the oil on your car. When oil is heated inside the engine of your vehicle […]