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Stay Safe in Bradenton by Putting Your Cell Phone on ICEWe don't want to think about it, but each Bradenton resident who drives or rides in a vehicle is potentially an accident victim. In the worst-case scenario, those people are unconscious and unable to communicate with FL rescue workers.Rescue workers and Bradenton police are well aware of this di... Read More Posted in Emergency Items on April 05, 2020 Road Trip: Be Ready for Anything with a Trip Inspection at Tuffy BradentonRoad trip, anyone? Nothing spoils a great vacation faster than ending up stranded on the side of the road or spending a week in a rundown motel while our vehicle sits in the shop. Long days on the road can bring out the worst in your vehicle, so before you leave, prepare it for the journey by ge... Read More Posted in Inspection on March 29, 2020 Emergency Items for Your vehicleLocal Bradenton roadside emergencies can range from a flat tire downtown to being stranded in a snowy ravine for three days. So you may want to consider a basic emergency kit to keep in the car at all times and a travel kit tailored to a specific trip.Your close-to-home kit for around Bradenton w... Read More Posted in Parts on March 22, 2020 Timing BeltEver heard the sad tale of a staggeringly steep repair bill from a broken timing belt? Bad news. Let's take a lesson from their woes and remember to think about our timing belt.First, let's review what a timing belt does. The top part of the engine over the cylinders is called the cylinder head.... Read More Posted in Parts on March 15, 2020 Rear Window—Not the Movie! (Why Some Rear Windows Don't Go All the Way Down)Alfred Hitchcock once made a mystery thriller film called "Rear Window." It had nothing to do with the rear window of today's cars, SUVs, CUVs and light trucks. But there is one thing that some drivers DO find mysterious. Why don't the rear windows in the second row of many of these vehicles go... Read More Posted in none on March 08, 2020 Budget for Maintenance in BradentonSometimes busy Bradenton residents dream about going back to the simpler days of our grandparents. But if you could travel back in time and take a road trip around FL in a Model T, you might change your mind. The improved designs and quality of today's automobiles have significantly reduced the a... Read More Posted in Maintenance on March 01, 2020 The Puzzling Puddle (Leaks Under Vehicle)Ever notice a little spot of liquid under your vehicle after you've parked in your driveway or garage? It may have been something as simple as water left from air conditioning condensation. But then again, it could be a sign that there's trouble brewing in one of your vehicle's systems.You can ... Read More Posted in Windshield Wipers on February 23, 2020 Too Hot to Handle (Vehicle Overheating)In the hot weather, seeing steam coming from the engine compartment is something we all dread. No one wants that to happen to them. But if you know the signs of overheating and how to deal with it, you may be able to reduce the risk of damage to your vehicle, maybe even prevent getting stranded ... Read More Posted in Cooling System on February 16, 2020 Put on the Brakes: Brake Service at Tuffy BradentonWhen it comes to preventive maintenance and vehicle care, most Bradenton drivers know how important it is to check their brakes. But brakes are more than just brake pads and shoes. There are a lot of components in the brake system, and they all need to be in good working order.The pads and shoes... Read More Posted in Older Vehicles on February 09, 2020 Tuffy Bradenton Brake Service for Safe Stopping in BradentonLet's talk about something critical for all Bradenton drivers: your brakes. Your vehicle is heavy, and it takes a lot of muscle to bring it and your passengers to a safe stop so everything needs to be in good working order.Here's an explanation on how your disc brakes work:The wheel hub keeps ... Read More Posted in Older Vehicles on February 02, 2020 |
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