A Cool and Smooth Transmission in Lockport

December 17, 2017

When it comes to preventive maintenance on our vehicles, most of us Lockport drivers remember to get our oil changed. But services that occur at longer intervals like transmission service sometimes get overlooked. Yet transmission service is part of car care. A poorly maintained transmission w... More

It Pays to Take Care of Your Transmission at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Lockport

November 26, 2017

If you've been paying attention, you've noticed that vehicle engines are getting more and more powerful in Lockport. At the same time, they are getting better and better fuel economy. I've gotta tell 'ya, most of that's because of technological advances in transmissions. To get a better understa... More

Transmission Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Lockport in Lockport

July 23, 2017

Let's talk about transmission service. It can be easy for Lockport drivers to forget about getting their transmission serviced because it doesn't need it very often. It's easier for people in Illinois to remember to change the engine oil - you know, every 3,000 miles or 5,000 kilometers. But prop... More

Timing Belt Service to Save Big Bucks in Lockport

August 7, 2016

Your engine is like a finely choreographed dance. All the parts have to work together. If the timing is off at the ballet, dancers crash into each other and fall down. It the timing is off in your engine, it may not run at all. One of the most intricate dances in your engine has to do with the c... More

Good Timing: Proper Timing Belt Replacement Saves Money for Lockport Drivers

June 8, 2016

Knowing how their engine works can help Lockport drivers make informed decisions about auto care and prevent repairs to their vehicles. This is especially true when it comes to timing belts.An engine's power is generated in the cylinders. Inside the cylinder is a piston that moves up and down wh... More

Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Lockport: Knowing When Your Timing Belt Should Be Replaced

May 9, 2016

The timing belt in your engine controls the opening and closing of the intake and exhaust valves. Lockport drivers need to replace it on a schedule to avoid failure.Timing belts are very difficult to get to, requiring quite a bit of labor to access. Timing belt replacement is one of the more expe... More