Does My Choice in Oil Affect Change Intervals?
September 24, 2023
Oil changes are probably the most recognized service on a vehicle. Almost all Fort Myers residents know about them. But do we know enough?Several decades ago, oil changes were fairly standard: every three months or 3,000 miles or 5,000 kilometers. But recent advances in both engine technology an... More
Change is Good (Oil Change)
September 17, 2023
You've heard that expression, change is good. When it comes to your vehicle's oil, change is not only good, it's vital for the health of the engine. But there's one question that puzzles many drivers: how frequently should my vehicle's oil be changed? There is not one simple answer, but here ar... More
Get Where You're Going with Power Steering Service in Fort Myers
September 10, 2023
Today we're going to talk about power steering service in Fort Myers. If you took an informal poll around Fort Myers you'd probably find that most vehicle owners have never heard of power steering service. That's not surprising. Even though power steering is standard on every vehicle, most people... More
Fuel System Cleaning at Tuffy South Fort Myers for Better Performance
September 3, 2023
Hi Fort Myers residents. Let's talk fuel injectors. A fuel injector is a valve that delivers fuel to a vehicle's engine. It has to deliver the precise amount of fuel to precisely the right place, precisely when the engine needs it. The fuel also has to be mixed with air before it can burn in the... More
Fort Myers, Florida Winter Prep Service for Your Auto
August 27, 2023
When winter approaches in Florida, Fort Myers residents break out the sweaters, coats, boots and mittens. We want to be ready for Florida winter conditions. Your vehicle needs to be ready for winter as well. The last thing Fort Myers residents want is to get stranded out in the cold. You need you... More
The Light Many Drivers Fear (Check Engine Light)
August 20, 2023
Ask just about any driver about one thing they fear seeing inside their vehicle and they'll say it's the Check Engine light coming on. You know, that little light on your instrument panel that is in the shape of a vehicle engine, often accompanied by the words Check, Check Engine, Check Engine Se... More
The Tuffy South Fort Myers Guide to Custom Wheels
August 13, 2023
If you're interested in customizing the wheels and tires on your vehicle, there are a few things you should know first.Most importantly, the wheels you buy need to fit your vehicle. Not all wheels are created equal. Too many Fort Myers drivers have bought a set of wheels that caught their eye, t... More
How to Radiate Cool (Radiator Care)
August 6, 2023
There's nothing that radiates cool like a vehicle radiator that's helping to keep your engine running at the proper temperature. You don't have to baby it, but you can't simply ignore it, either. Let's take a quick dive under the hood to let you know what the radiator is doing. It takes the he... More
How Much Does It Cost? (Variations in Vehicle Repair Costs)
July 30, 2023
Ever wonder why it costs so much more to fix a similar problem in two different vehicles? Let's say you now own an SUV and before that, you owned a car. Your SUV's air conditioning system needs a new evaporator, but the cost for the new one is way more than you remember it was for your car. How... More
Don't Blow a Gasket! (Valve Cover Gasket Replacement)
July 23, 2023
When you head out to your vehicle after it's been parked and notice oil leaking underneath it, that's something to have looked at right away. Oil leaks mean your oil level is probably low and running a vehicle in that condition can lead to expensive repairs. While there are many reasons oil leak... More