Amherst Drivers: Is It Time to Replace Your PCV Valve?
October 30, 2022
The crankcase is the lower part of the engine where the crankshaft is housed and where the engine oil lives. The crankshaft is connected to the pistons that power the engine. When you are diving around Amherst, fuel is burned in your vehicle engine, it pushes the pistons down and the crankshaft... More
Passing the Test (How to Prevent Emissions Test Failure)
October 23, 2022
Vehicle emission testing has become ubiquitous in North America and for a good reason. Clean air quality is important for the environment and all of us. Since vehicle emissions are among the main causes of air pollution, emission testing can alert you to problems in your vehicle than can be fix... More
The Sign of the Shield (Heat Shield Repair and Replacement)
October 16, 2022
Even in the months where temperatures are cooler, heat is still an enemy of your vehicle. When your engine runs, it creates heat, so there are numerous heat shields that protect other parts from those higher temperatures. Heat shields are installed around several areas of the exhaust system. Ot... More
Don't Do It Yourself (Perils of DIY Vehicle Repair)
October 9, 2022
Your vehicle is a complicated machine, and yes, it would be nice if you could take care of all of its problems yourself. There was a time when vehicles were simpler and it wasn't too hard for a weekend mechanic to replace brakes, adjust a carburetor or perform a tune-up. But vehicles are far mo... More
All Lined Up: Wheel Alignment Service at Tuffy Amherst
October 2, 2022
When all of your vehicle's wheels are lined up exactly with each other, your wheels are in alignment. Hitting a road hazard or even just the normal bumps and bounces of everyday driving in Amherst can cause your vehicle's wheels to be out of alignment.Driving for an extended time around Amherst ... More