Tangent and Albany Auto Repair

Inside your differential you have bearings or gears or both. When it starts to make noise then it most likely means that they are worn out and are due for replacement. Preventative maintenance with regular fluid services can extend the life of your differential by many years. They typically need be to be serviced every 30K - 50K miles so depending on how much you drive every couple of years or so. If you think it's been a while since you had yours serviced or you would like us to find out if it needs to be done give us a call and make an appointment with Olivia.   541-791-2886 Happy Adventures, Heather

If your car is leaking oil or any substance it's best to have it checked out. The fluids in your car are the life blood of it and if it runs out of oil then it can cause substantial damage to your engine. Give us a call and we can get it checked out and make sure your engine stays in great condition.  Happy Adventures, Heather

If you have one headlight that repeatedly goes out you may have an issue with the socket or in the wiring to the headlight causing the issue. Especially right now in winter when it's dark when you leave for work and dark when you get home it's so important to be able to see where you are going and to be seen on those foggy mornings. Give us a call and we will get your car operating safely again.  Happy Adventures,  Heather

  Batteries have all have a life span, most automotive batteries will last between 5 to 6 years without replacement. There is of course always an exception to the rule. If your battery has been drained aka lights have been left on or your alternator has caused an issue then it can dramatically shorten the life of your battery and if may have to be replaced sooner rather than later. Also if you don't drive often it can cause your battery to discharge and it can also shorten the life. You could also have an issue with the charging system in your car. If the alternator is not working properly and it's not charging your battery like it should then it could cause it to die also.  We do free electrical checks, stop by and we will check your electrical system on your vehicle. That includes the battery, alternator and the starter.  Happy Adventures, Heather

If your car is making a noise when turning you could have an issue within the suspension. Many times it is just a lubrication issue and nothing serious, but with any issue with your vehicle it's best to have it checked just in case.  Give us a call and we will make sure you're safe on all your adventures.    Happy Adventures, Heather

Your brake fluid could be low indicating that you need to replace the front or rear or both brake pads or shoes. It could also mean that you have a leak some where. If you do have a leak then getting it checked and fixed is important since stopping is one of those things that is really important. Along with changing your brake pads when they are due. Give us a call and we will do a free brake inspection for you.  Happy Adventures, Heather

Vehicles have many more fluids that can leak than just oil. If your car has a leak then give us a call and we will find out where it's coming from and what needs to be done to get you back on the road.  Happy Adventures, Heather

Your serpentine belt may be squeaking from age or it could have gotten something on it, oil perhaps? It is something that should be checked out, sometimes it's as easy as the belt has stretched and it just needs an adjustment or it could be due for replacement.  Happy Adventures, Heather

I know today is black Friday and that itself has become a national holiday, but with all of that please remember to shop at the local stores in your town. They are small businesses trying to provide for there families, they work long hours with very little reward other than to know they are making a difference in the lives of the people who they employ and to there children. We are a small business too and sometimes people forget.  Please remember to shop small and support that local family who is doing their best to make a difference. Happy Adventures,  Heather

If your pickup or car is overheating it needs to be checked out. An overheating issue can cause engine damage and then a simple fix could lead to a much more complicated fix. Give us a call and we will get you in and make sure you don't have a bigger issue going on. Happy Adventures, Heather