Posts Tagged ‘Tires and Wheels’
Why Wheel Balancing and Tire Rotation Save You Money on Tires
TIGARD drivers want their tires to last as long as possible. Two ways to extend tire life are wheel balancing and tire rotation. When wheels are out of balance, they wobble and vibrate. That makes the tires wear in a cupping pattern. If a front wheel is out of balance you’ll feel it in the…
Read MoreBuying the Right Tires and Wheels in TIGARD, OR
Everyone in TIGARD, OR eventually replaces their tires, whether it’s because they’re worn out or they’re just looking for something different. There are so many great tire choices in TIGARD, it can be difficult to sort them out. Let’s group the broad spectrum into several categories that will help in the selection process. One category…
Read MoreSelecting New Tires and Wheels
Some of us TIGARD drivers just love tires. All those little rubber hairs on new tires and the smell is wonderful. We live in a great time for tires. No matter how you drive around OR, where you want to go or the look you’re after; there is a tire for you. The same is…
Read MoreTire Tread Depth for TIGARD, OR Drivers
Driving on bald tires is like playing roulette. Though you may be fine today, eventually your luck is going to run out. The Feds don’t have any laws for tread depth, but 42 of the states, and all of Canada, do have regulations. They consider 2/32 of an inch to be the minimum legal tread…
Read MoreTire Rotation and Balancing at Tylers Auto TV in TIGARD
Tires do a lot of work for TIGARD drivers. They transfer engine power and braking forces to the road; they handle steering control; and they cushion all those bumps and jolts while driving around TIGARD. They also support the entire weight of the vehicle, including you and your passengers. With such important work to do, you want your tires…
Read MoreAll About Your TPMS in TIGARD
TIGARD drivers know that underinflated tires wear out more quickly. Underinflation is also a major cause of tire failure for OR auto owners. More flats, blow outs, skids and longer stopping distances are all results of underinflated tires. It’s hard for many TIGARD drivers to tell when a radial tire is underinflated. If your owner’s manual recommends 35 pounds…
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