Motor Oil?The Synthetic Advantage (Synthetic oil vs Conventional)
September 26, 2021
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
Tuffy Grand Rapids Helps You Decipher the Menu Board: Part 2
September 19, 2021
Michigan service centers have a menu board that lists the services they provide. Some Grand Rapids drivers may not be familiar with all of the items on the board so here is a quick description of some of the typical services that might be listed.Tuffy Grand Rapids fuel system cleaning: Over tim... More
A "Mounting" Problem (Motor Mounts)
September 12, 2021
You know how heavy your engine and transmission are, so you can imagine how tough the parts that hold them onto your vehicle's sub-frame must be. Not only must they support the weight, they also have to isolate vibrations and noise from the passenger cabin. Pretty tall order, wouldn't you say? ... More
The Sign of the Shield (Heat Shield Repair and Replacement)
September 5, 2021
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