No Yolk! Rotten Egg Smell (Sulfur Smell Causes)
September 1, 2019
The pungent smell of rotten eggs can send people running for the hills. So when that odor is inside your vehicle, yikes! Yolks! The good news is that a trained service technician can search the source of that smell and stanch the stench that comes from another words that begins with S. Sulfur... More
Fuel for Thought
August 25, 2019
If you're like most people and drive a gasoline-powered vehicle, you need to be up to speed on its fuel-related components. They're pretty basic: the fuel, the fuel filter and the fuel pump. The fuel's the easy part. You probably gas up your vehicle yourself and, if you're like most drivers, pr... More
Change Your Engine Air Filter at Tuffy St. Johns
August 18, 2019
Many St. Johns car owners have probably wondered: "What's the harm in putting off replacing an engine air filter? The answer is that not replacing it could cause your Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor to fail. This expensive sensor is situated between your engine air filter and your engine. Dirty air ... More
Drive Train Service in St. Johns at Tuffy St. Johns
August 11, 2019
The drive train in your vehicle includes all the components that transfer power from the transmission to the wheels. Those components differ depending on what type of vehicle you drive, namely, front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive, all-wheel drive or four-wheel drive. The preventive maintenance y... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy St. Johns: Tire Replacement Overview
August 4, 2019
Tires are an expensive purchase, so knowing when tires should be replaced is important for St. Johns drivers. Tires will just wear out with normal use. The depth of the tread on your tire determines how well it will stop, start and steer especially in wet conditions. 4/32th of an inch (3.2 mm) ... More
Bad Vibes
July 28, 2019
Your vehicle has a way of letting you know when something's wrong. Consider a vibrating steering wheel. It certainly didn't do that when it was new, so that shake is trying to tell you something. There are a few things that can cause your steering wheel to vibrate as you drive down the road. One... More
Stop It! You Need Good Brakes
July 21, 2019
Good brakes are obviously very important. If you've ever had your brakes go out while you're driving around the St. Johns area, you'll know how terrifying it can be. Today we'll focus on how to tell when you have a brake problem and how to make good repair choices. Often, the first indication ... More
Wheel Balancing at Tuffy St. Johns
July 14, 2019
So you love your job, and your family life is great. Congratulations! You have achieved balance. But can you say the same for your wheels? St. Johns drivers can tell if their tires are out of balance by vibrations at higher speeds on Florida roads. If one of the front tires is out, you feel the... More
Tire Maintenance in St. Johns
July 7, 2019
With the recent focus in the St. Johns area on improving fuel economy, we've been told how important it is to maintain our tire pressure.St. Johns drivers know that tires wear out, but we want to make them last as long as possible because they're not cheap to replace. In addition to saving gas... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy St. Johns: Rotor Problems
June 30, 2019
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 St. Johns .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 l... More