July 2016
Welcome to the Gary Knurek GoodYear automotive blog. Today, let's talk about the effect of tire wear. Let's focus on stopping in wet Troy conditions. In order for a tire to have good contact with the road, it has to move the water out of the way. If it can't move the water, the tire will actual...
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Posted in Tires and Wheels
on July 24, 2016
The technicians at Gary Knurek GoodYear know your serpentine belt drives important engine accessories like your alternator, air conditioning compressor, and power steering. In some cars it may also power the power brakes or water pump. The serpentine belt is powered by the engine and winds around...
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Posted in Serpentine Belt
on July 18, 2016
Troy 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 steering ...
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Posted in Tires and Wheels
on July 12, 2016
Repair or Replace? Thats a question Troy drivers ask when they have tire damage. Some punctures cannot be repaired because of their size or location. Punctures larger than a quarter of an inch (6.4 mm) are considered too large to be safely repaired. Punctures in the sidewall or near the shoulders...
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Posted in Tires and Wheels
on July 04, 2016
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