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Often Forgotten: Shocks and Struts By Amanda Bowman   Have you ever been driving down a particularly bumpy road with so many jumps and potholes that you wondered how you’re not flying off the street, doing some crazy acrobatic flips? You’re a regular motorist, after all, not a daredevil!   Do you know what pieces of equipment you have to thank for not turning into Evel Knievel every time you hit a rough patch in the road? Those would be your shocks and struts.   But what do sh...

Understanding specific importance of each routine auto repair that contributes to overall vehicle maintenance, Sea Tac Tire and Auto Tech encourages drivers of Puyallup, WA to service vehicles with oil changes and other preventative vehicle maintenance. Never intimidating customers with high pressure sales tactics or confusing mechanical lingo, drivers of Puyallup, WA can find confidence in Sea Tac Tire and Auto Tech support and auto repair services. Working diligently to ensure customers rec...

Multiple different inspections and auto repairs go into keeping a vehicle safe and road ready. Scheduling regular oil changes, checking belts and ensuring filters are clear is only the beginning of the long list vehicle owner tackle multiple times a year with their vehicle. Amidst all these auto repairs it can be easy to forget one of the most important safety feature of any vehicle- the tires. Using these helpful hints and the expert service on any technician of Sea Tac Tire and Auto Tech in...

When shopping for oil changes in Puyallup, WA, your main concern is getting quality auto repair and service at a reasonable price. Right? Luckily, Sea Tac Tire & Auto Tech is eager to help customers of all makes, models and budgets.Getting regular oil changes is one of the smartest and least expensive maintenance services you can have done on your car.    When dirty oil is drained from your engine and replaced, it does more than just take dirt and contaminants with it. It also prevents sl...

Let’s talk for a moment about the timing belt because it’s one of the most important items you can address in auto repair. In Puyallup, WA at Sea Tac Tire & Auto Tech, we’ve seen the result of broken timing belts, and it wasn’t pretty -- but we’ll get to that in a minute.    Timing Belt vs. Serpentine Belt    The two aren’t interchangeable with each other. The serpentine belt is an external belt that drives the alternator, AC compressor, water pump and other secondary accessorie...

You might think that brake problems are pretty obvious, but you’d be surprised at how many people have no clue there’s something wrong with their brakes! In Puyallup, WA, at Sea Tac Tire & Auto Tech, we get plenty of cars in our shop that have brake problems that have gone way too long and are now pretty expensive to fix. Here are some signs that you’re headed for brake failure:    Screeching, grinding noises -- Keep your ears attuned to any metallic grinding, squealing or screechin...

The days are getting longer and the temperatures are inching upward. Before long, it’s going to be time for vacations and road trips…and it’s going to be downright hot. At Sea Tac Tire & Auto Tech, we’d like to go over a few tips to make sure your vehicle’s ready (and help you avoid costly auto repair): Air conditioning – If your car’s AC system is only working marginally well, it’s worse than uncomfortable; it’s in greater danger of failing altogether in hot weather. Before ...

At Sea Tac Tire & Auto Tech, we know that many drivers in Puyallup, WA find it tough to spend  money for an entire set of four tires. It’s always better to replace the entire set, if possible; that ensures that the tires will wear at an even rate, enhancing braking, handling and overall performance.    However, in a pinch, it’s acceptable to replace two tires.    Here are some rules to remember, though, if you’re replacing a pair of tires in Puyallup, WA:    Replacing two ti...

Off-roading may be a necessity of your lifestyle, or an exciting weekend diversion. In either case, you may already know what it’s like to encounter a situation that your tires are not prepared for. A particularly muddy path, or a snowy and slush-filled road can both prove challenging to a vehicle that is equipped with the wrong type of off road tires. Whether you choose Dunlop tires, or Goodyear tires, here are the two biggest questions that you should ask yourself when considering your opt...

Did you know that almost 175,000 businesses in the U.S. are auto repair companies? The purpose of any auto repair business is to diagnose and fix vehicle problems as quickly and as accurately as possible. Between 2006 and 2016, there is expected to be a 14% jump in the number of auto mechanics. If you are looking for a qualified, trustworthy mechanic, look for places that have Automotive Service Excellence certified employees. When it comes to options for your car repair, there are several th...