Why You Shouldn’t Mix Tires

November 29th, 2018
If possible, when replacing one tire, you should always try to purchase as close as possible to the existing tires on your vehicle. A matching tire will have the same tread pattern, construction, and size as your existing tires. We never recommend you use mismatched tires unless specifically recommended by the manufacturer of your vehicle.Buy the Right Tires
 
A few ways drivers will mismatch tires include: using tires with different tread patterns, using tires made by different manufacturers, using tires made for different seasons (summer vs. winter tires) and using tires with different sizes.
 
Every unique tire is designed for a specific job, a specific handling capability and to work together with a set of matching tires. If you use mismatched tires, your car can experience unpredi ...[more]
  Tags: tires, Tire safety, Tire Maintenance
  Posted in: Tires 101

Something is Leaking: What Is It?

November 15th, 2018
Finding that fluid which is leaking from your car can be alarming. It is possible fluid leaking from your car could be normal, but other times leaking fluids are a symptom of a bigger problem with your vehicle. Before you panic, there are two questions you need to ask: 1) “Where is the fluid coming from?” and 2) “What does the fluid look like?”What is leaking from my car?
 
When determining where the fluid is coming from, first find out for certain whether the fluid is even coming for your vehicle and not the vehicle parked in the space before you. If you are unsure, just get down and take a good look under the car with a flashlight or your cell phone. 
 
Once you have determined that the leak is indeed coming from your vehicle, stick a piece of white paper ...[more]
  Tags: Auto Maintenance
  Posted in: Auto Repair 101

Strange Sounds Cars Make and What They Mean

November 6th, 2018
Knocking – If you hear a knocking sound happening under your hood, there could be an issue with how the fuel is igniting in your engine. Specifically, the fuel is burning unevenly in your engine’s cylinders. Engine knocking can be prevented by using the correct spark plugs for your vehicle and using a higher-octane fuel at the gas pump. If your engine is making knocking noises, head to Milstead Automotive ASAP.Car Engine Sounds in Spring, TX
 
Squealing – If your engine is producing a high-pitched squealing noise, a belt is probably to blame. Most likely, it is time to replace or readjust your serpentine belt. Over time, this belt can slip and slide to a position where it yields the unmistakable squealing. If the squea ...[more]
  Tags: auto service, auto repair
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