In That Case? (Transfer Case Exchange)
November 26, 2023
Ever wonder how all-wheel-drive or 4-wheel-drive vehicles get the power from the engine to the front and rear wheels? The magic happens in what's called a transfer case. In some all-wheel-drive vehicles, it's sometime called a power take-off unit, or PTU. Inside the transfer case is a set of gea... More
Motor Oil?The Synthetic Advantage (Synthetic oil vs Conventional)
November 19, 2023
Youve probably already heard that regular oil changes are extremely important for the health of your vehicles engine. Thats sound advice. But what you might not know is when it comes to motor oil, the real thing may not be the best thing for your engine. There are different types of motor oil: ... More
A Clean Start (Battery Cleaning)
November 12, 2023
Your vehicle is loaded with electrical devices. Computerized components are everywhere, so good electrical connections are important. Those begin with your vehicle's battery, so it's important that its connections are in top shape. Ever had a flashlight that didn't work, took out the old batteri... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Grand Haven: Knowing When Your Timing Belt Should Be Replaced
November 5, 2023
The timing belt in your engine controls the opening and closing of the intake and exhaust valves. Grand Haven 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 ... More