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Monthly Archives: November 2021

Happy Thanksgiving 2021!

Happy Thanksgiving We hope you all have a safe and happy Thanksgiving. We wanted to share with you a list of what we are thankful for this Thanksgiving. You – we would not be here without our loyal clients. Taking care of you is why we are here. We consider you a part of our extended family too. We appreciate you. Thank you. Our Crew – we really are a big family. Jason and I consider ourselves to be blessed to spend our days with the people we do. It makes being at work each day great. Health – we are thankful that we are all healthy and happy. We pray that you are too. Our families – our kids are getting older, and we are enjoying this time with them before they leave the nest. Our parents have all officially retired and we are enjoying the time we get to spend with them also. Our pets – if you have ever been to the shop then you know how much we love our pets. They are an extended part of our families, and we are so thankful for them. The list cou ... read more

My headlights are dim can they be fixed?

My headlights are dim can they be fixed? The short answer is yes, they can be fixed. When your headlights get dim it is mostly likely due to the Headlight Lenses getting cloudy. Overtime your Headlight Lenses will become cloudy due to age and oxidation.  This can be fixed by buffing out your Headlight Lenses. To do this we apply a compound to the lenses which removes the oxidation from the lenses that comes from UV light. We then polish the headlight lenses which brings them back to a crystal-clear finish. When this service is performed it will last for several years before it needs to be done again. With winter driving and it getting dark so early it is important that you can see where you are headed. Give us a call and let us take care of you. Happy Adventures, Heather   Check us out at https://www.facebook.com/JHAutomotiveInchttps://www.pinterest.com ... read more

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Head Lights

Are you ready for the holiday travel season ?

Are you ready for the holiday travel season ?

Holiday Travel 2021 The holidays are here! Are you ready for them? Are you ready for the hours in the car to get to where you are going? Jason and I have two long road trips planned. We are excited to see friends and family. We hope you are too. Our wish for you is to have a fantastic time with your family and friends. That you get to see old friends and maybe even meet a few new ones. That you get to see your grandparents, grandkids, children, and extended family. That you do not have any issues getting to where you want to be. Now is the best time to make an appointment to make sure you are ready for all your holiday travels. From Thanksgiving to new years and everything in between we want to make sure are safe and can get to and from wherever you want to go. Give us a call and let us take care of you. Happy Adventures, Heather Appointments - J & H Automotive, Inc (jhautomotiveinc.com) Check us out at ... read more

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When should I have my car winterized?

When should I have my car winterized? Your car should be checked over before winter or cold weather gets to you. This check-up includes testing your battery, alternator, electrical components, hoses, engine fluids including antifreeze or coolant and engine oil. Keeping your car well maintained keeps it on the road longer and it also prevents breakdowns. Your engine coolant should be changed every 36 months to keep it in good condition. Your hoses should be changed every 100K or every 6 years. This keeps you from having a breakdown or a damaged engine from a leak or a broken hose. If you live in a climate where it has more extreme heat or cold than here in the Willamette Valley then these may change. If you are ready to have your vehicle checked over before it gets cold outside give us a call and let us take care of you. Happy Adventures, Heather Check us out at https://www.facebook.com/JHAutomotiveInc ... read more

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Winter

Veterans Day 2021

Veterans Day 2021

Veteran’s Day 2021 We wanted to take a moment today and say thank you. We cannot thank you enough for your service to our country and your sacrifice. Thank you to the families for the time that you were not there. Thank you to the parents who supported you in your decision. Thank you for your love of our country and your willingness to serve. Thank you for all that you do. Jason and Heather

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Veterans Day

Should I replace my tires?

When should I replace my tires? Tires are an investment in your vehicle. They keep you on the road and they keep you safe. Having plenty of tread on your tires will keep you and your family safe. Typically, it is recommended that you replace your tires when they are between 6 and 10 years old. This is due to the rubber deteriorating. This makes it more likely to experience a failure even when they look like they have plenty of tread. If you drive a lot, then you will probably never reach that 6-year mark. The other indicator that you need new tires is low tread depth. Industry standard is 3/32 which is the edge of a penny to Ab Lincolns head. 3/32 is at the end of the useable tread. It is also where the wear bars are. These are in between the grooves and are a tread depth indicator. If you are concerned about if your tires are safe, then stop by and we will do a quick check of your tires for you. Give us a call and let us take care of you. Happy Adventures, Heather   Check us ... read more

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Tires

Why does my diesel have a long crank when starting?

Why does my diesel have a long crank when starting? Your long crank while starting your diesel could be from a couple of different reasons. If your diesel has glow plugs, then this could be the issue. Your glow plugs over time will wear out and stop working properly. Glow plugs unlike spark plugs do not have a maintenance interval. They do not have a maintenance interval because they are only used when starting the vehicle. When they start to fail you will have a longer than normal crank or your check engine light may come on. When you have a long crank, it is hard on your batteries and your starter. Over time it will shorten the life span of your batteries and starter. This will cause them to need to be replaced.  Give us a call and let us take care of you. Happy Adventures, Heather   Check us out at https://www.facebook.com/JHAutomotiveInchttps://www ... read more

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Diesel

Why are my brakes pulling hard when I brake?

Why are my brakes pulling hard when I brake? When braking and your vehicle starts to pull hard to one side it can be in indication that one of your disc brake calipers is sticking or dragging. This can happen when the disc brake caliper piston does not release after applying the brake and is grabbing harder than the other brakes. This is like always having your brakes on and will cause your disc brake pads to wear prematurely. It will also affect your fuel mileage. One of the reasons that your disc brake caliper may fail is from your brake fluid being contaminated. When your brake fluid has a high moisture content then it will cause your brake hydraulics to fail. If you are concerned about your brakes give us a call. We will do a brake inspection for free* and make sure that you are safe on all your adventures. Give us a call and let us take care of you. Happy Adventures, Heather   Check us out at https://www ... read more

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Brakes
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