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Yearly Archives: 2018

Why should I get a pre-purchase inspection?

  I can give you a hundred or more reasons to get a pre-purchase inspection on a used vehicle. Now if it's new and I mean no previous owner and no mileage new then of course you don't need one, but if you are not the first owner, and it's ever been used as a loaner vehicle or rented out - PLEASE get an inspection. Those are the first vehicles that get abuse. The low mileage lease returns are another example, many of those haven't been maintained properly and you will end up with not only a payment but a list of maintenance that needs to be done too.  Getting a new car or a new to you car should be fun and not stressful. The cost of an inspection can save you thousands and give you piece of mind.  Happy Adventures Heather  

Why are diesel engines more efficient?

Why are diesel engines more efficient?

  Why are diesel engines more efficient? You know I didn't know the answer to this one, with as long as I have been married to a master certified tech who all he does is talk about cars - okay so I'll give him 85% of the time he's talking about cars - you would think this one would have crossed our conversation. I talked with Jason and asked him why...his response was one that you would expect he started to go on and on. I said I need simple, people are asking, plus after all these years I still don't understand when he starts getting technical on things, or maybe just glassing over. Simply it is because diesel fuel has 30% more energy than gasoline, which makes it more efficient. If you would like more of the technicalities I can get those for you too.  Happy Adventures Heather

Why does my car shake when accelerating

Why does my car shake when accelerating

Why does my car shake when accelerating? This could be from a faulty motor mount or a tire weight. The best way to know is to have it checked to make sure you're safe on the road. Give us a call or use our online schedule to make an appointment. Happy Adventures Heather

Continuing Education

Continuing Education

Continuing Education - did you know that Jason and our technicians go to training monthly. The spend at a minimum of 8 hours a month in a class room learning about the new technology that is coming. They are learning about everything from gas, diesel, hybrids and electric. We want to be prepared so we can take the best care possible of you and your vehicle.  Let us take care of you. Happy Adventures Heather

The Girls

The Girls

For those who do not know the shop as three yes three black Labradors that come to work with me every single day. Yes that's a lot of dog, but I love them and they are great. They are very well behaved and if you don't like dogs that's okay we have a gate to keep them behind. They are not blood related, we just acquired them over time. Kenzie is 6, Ashley is 5 and Bailey is 2. Stop by, say hi and we always have treats on the counter if you want to give them one.  Do you know how this picture really happened....Jason had a Dorito above my head. You can see the look of pure desperation and the promise of I'll be good.  Happy Adventures Heather  Shop girls; Ashley, Bailey and Kenzie

Why should I change my cabin air filter?

Why should I change my cabin air filter?

Why should I change my cabin air filter? I would say you should change it because it is the air that you breath in your car, it catches pollution, allergens, dirt, smoke and any other stuff that would go into the air.  Happy Adventures Heather

Why does my car need a water pump with the timing belt?

Why does my car need a water pump with the timing belt?

Why does my car need a water pump with the timing belt? We always encourage those who have a timing belt to do the water pump at the same time, this is because in order to do your water pump you have to take off the timing belt to get to it. Really it makes good sense. I know there are more technical reasons and I could go ask Jason and he could give you all the explanations. I just don't want to charge you twice for the same job when I could have just done it all at the same time and saved you quite a bit of money.  Happy Adventures Heather

Should my brakes squeak?

Should my brakes squeak?

Should my brakes squeak? The short answer is no. They will sometimes make noise when they get wet and while drying out - think going though the car wash, or through standing water. Other than that they shouldn't squeak and if they do you should have them checked out. We do free brake inspections to make sure you're safe on the road. Happy Adventures Heather

My Car Won't Start

My Car Won't Start

My car won't start.   I've had this happen and it's never at a good or convenient time. It happened to me just last week in fact. I went out to go to the gym early in the morning and when I went to turn the key …. nothing, no click, to lights, nothing, nadda, zip. I ran back in the house woke Jason up and told him what had happened - ask him to fix it, took his keys and still made it to my 5am workout. I know that I am lucky to live with the mechanic (sometimes) it was just a dead battery. The boys had been in the Yukon and the key got left on. Jason charged the battery and I was good to go when I was ready to head to work.   This wasn't the first time this has happened and it hasn't always been the battery.....   When the oldest was still trap shooting I had the alternator go out on the way home. I was a bit nervous that time. All of the sudden the bright red battery light came on and the headlights started to go dim. It didn't ... read more

Why does my car shake? Part 2

Why does my car shake? Part 2

Why does my car shake? Last time we talked about that it could be from your brakes. This time we will discuss that it could be from your engine. If you're car is shaking all the time and not just while braking then it is probably an engine issue. The best way to know is to have it checked out to make sure you're safe on all your travels. Happy Adventures Heather

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