Tangent and Albany Auto Repair

Most tire installers recommend to have your tires rotated every 5,000 miles, and we don't disagree with that at all. We typically recommend that you have them rotated with your oil change. We want to save you a trip and just take care of it all at once.  Give us a call to schedule your appointment. Happy Adventures, Heather    

The bottom of your transmission has a pan on it with a gasket, over a period of time that gasket can wear out and it will need to be replaced. It's another item that we suggest doing with maintenance. Your transmission fluid should be serviced every 30,000 to 50,000 miles. Yes I realize that there are plenty of places out there and manufactures that say you only need to change your fluid every 100,000 or it's "lifetime" fluid. To have your transmission repaired or replaced it can be expensive, and fluid services can extend the life of your transmission by 100,000+ miles if serviced on a regular schedule.  Give us a call or request an appointment online and let us take care of you.  Happy Adventures, Heather

Anytime that your vehicle doesn't want to start it can be frustrating. It can be anything from a bad starter, ignition switch to an issue with your glow plugs.  We're here to take care of you and all of your automotive needs. From gas to diesel, hybrid and electric we take care of all makes and models.  Happy Adventures, Heather

If your car is squeaking when you go over bumps - like speed bumps or railroad tracks - then your shocks and/or struts are probably worn out and are in need of replacement. Your shocks and struts due to be replaced every 75,000 to 100,000 miles. They wear over time so it isn't that noticeable that your vehicle isn't handling as well and the ride quality isn't what it was when you first bought your vehicle.  Give us a call or request an appointment online and let us take care of you.  Happy Adventures, Heather   

Your oil change interval is dependent on the type of oil that your engine uses. If you use a synthetic blend oil which is a combination of full synthetic and convention oil then we recommend you change your oil every 3,000 miles. If your engine uses full synthetic oil then we recommend you have your oil changed every 5,000 miles. Oil changes are a inexpensive way to make sure you get as much life out of your engine as possible. Having the correct oil in your engine and servicing it on a regular interval is the best way to achieve that.  Give us a call to make your next appointment for your vehicle. Happy Adventures, Heather

If your car is making a screeching noise each time you start it, it is probably do to your belt being stretched. Your belts over a period of time will stretch with wear, if your belt has been replaced recently it just needs to be re-tightened and if that doesn't work then it should be replaced under warranty. If it's been awhile since your belts have been replaced it is then probably time to replace them.  Give us a call or request an appointment online and let us take care of you.  Happy Adventures, Heather 

If your car is burning oil it is more than likely due to the valve guide seals leaking inside the engine. Over time they wear out like all seals and at that point they will need to be replaced.  There are other reasons that your car could be burning oil, but that is the most typical reason that we see. If your car is burning oil give us a call and let us take care of you. 541-791-2886 Happy Adventures,  Heather  

Your car has disc brake pads in the front and in the rear either disc brake pads or brake shoes. For disc brake pads we recommend to change them between 2-3 mm, and if they're shoes then around 2mm. Your disc brake pads start around 10mm and brake shoes start at 5-6mm. Your brake pads will wear much quicker than the brake shoes.  GIve us a call and we will do a free brake inspection for you.  Happy Adventures, Heather 

We have a few safety reminders for those who are out and about during all this high water we are having.  1. If it says the road is closed, please turn around and find another way. There is a good reason it's closed. Debris could be in the road, and even worse it could have washed out part of the road and that will not be visible with the dirty water. 2. If you do have to drive through water to get home or to work please go slowly. When going through deeper puddles it can cause the cold water to splash up onto your engine and exhaust. The engine could suck in water through the air filter damaging the engine. It could crack the exhaust manifold, and it could cause your drive belts to slip, or even electrical issues.  3. Your brakes - if you have driven through water you need to use your brakes as soon as possible to dry out the pads and rotors. Gently apply them several times to get them dried out, so they will function properly. 4. Hydro-plaining - with all this ... read more

Your engine fan should come on once your engine comes to operating temperature - the temperature it typically runs at - usually it comes to operating temperature then goes a little over, at that point the fan will come on to keep your engine at it's correct temperature. If you think your fan is coming on to frequently give us a call and let us make sure your engine is operating properly.  Happy Adventures, Heather