Transmission Service at Tuffy Wyoming in Wyoming
June 29, 2022
Let's talk about transmission service. It can be easy for Wyoming drivers to forget about getting their transmission serviced because it doesn't need it very often. It's easier for people in Michigan to remember to change the engine oil - you know, every 3,000 miles or 5,000 kilometers. But prop... More
A Cold Day in Wyoming ? Air Conditioning Service at Tuffy Wyoming
June 28, 2022
Most Wyoming drivers worry about a breakdown or a tire blowout on a busy Michigan highway, but don't worry too much about failure of their air conditioning system. A breakdown on the side of the road can be a miserable and dangerous affair during Wyoming rush hour, but so can a long ride in a h... More
Clean Fuel ? Clean Performance for Wyoming Drivers
June 27, 2022
Fuel filters clean the dirt, dust and debris out of your fuel. Both gasoline and diesel-powered engines have them. The fuel filter is located in the fuel line between the fuel tank and the vehicle engine.Wyoming auto owners don't need to filter their fuel because it has lots of grit in it; they ... More
Tuffy Wyoming Engine Air Filter Replacement
June 26, 2022
When your experienced Tuffy Wyoming technician changes your oil, he will also inspect your air filter. You shouldn't need a new air filter at every oil change, but you will need to change it regularly. Heed your technician's auto advice if they tell you to change your air filter.An air filter do... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Wyoming: Rotor Problems
June 26, 2022
The brake rotor, or disc, is attached to your wheel. The brake pads rub on the rotor to slow your car when you are driving in Wyoming.Rotors can warp, crack or become misaligned. They can also be damaged by worn out brake pads that scratch grooves into the surface. These conditions result in less... More
Drive Train - What You Need to Know in Wyoming
June 19, 2022
One Wyoming automotive service issue that doesn't get much attention is driveline service. Drivelines don't get talked about very much around Wyoming, but they're very important. First let's define what the driveline is:Taking a small step back, the power plant is comprised of the engine and tran... More
Taking the Heat (Batteries in Hot Weather)
June 12, 2022
Quick question. Which is tougher on a vehicle's battery, the heat or the cold? Believe it or not, it's the heat. Think about it. The battery often sits in the engine compartment next to that motor generating lots of heat. That can accelerate corrosion in the battery and may even cause water i... More
Tire or Re-Tire? (Getting Tires Ready for Hot Weather)
June 5, 2022
Heat isn't easy on vehicle tires, and as the seasons change, make sure yours are ready to take the heat. Let's talk first about inflation. Heat causes air to expand, so heat alone can raise the pressure in your tires. If you are driving on overinflated tires, they won't have as much contact wi... More
Follow the Bouncing Vehicle (Bad Struts and Shocks)
May 29, 2022
If you hit a bump in the road and your vehicle just keeps bouncing up and down for a lot longer time than it used to, you may have bad struts and shocks. They're the things that help to keep your vehicle's wheels and tires planted to the road surface. But they don't last forever. With care and ... More
Mercury Rising (Hot Weather Vehicle Concerns)
May 22, 2022
The heat is on, and your vehicle takes a beating when it is. Several of your vehicle's systems are under extra stress in hot weather, so here are a few to make sure are getting the care and maintenance they need. It makes sense that the cooling system is one to make sure is in top shape. Vehicl... More