New Life for Your Older Car in Lake Orion
October 17, 2016
Isn't it amazing how much of our stuff is disposable these days? Clothes, electronics, housewares, furniture.Remember the days when Lake Orion families mended their clothes, polished their shoes and neatly put away their toys every night? If something was lost or ruined through neglect, your pare... More
Timing Belt
October 9, 2016
Ever 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.... More
Wheel Balancing at Tire Warehouse Depot
October 3, 2016
So you love your job, and your family life is great. Congratulations! You have achieved balance. But can you say the same for your wheels? Lake Orion drivers can tell if their tires are out of balance by vibrations at higher speeds on Michigan roads. If one of the front tires is out, you feel th... More
Coolant/Antifreeze Service at Tire Warehouse Depot
September 27, 2016
Anyone who drives a car in Lake Orion knows that engines get hot when they run. But did you know that engines need to be cooled to keep running? Heat inside an engine can cause the metal parts to expand, which can seize up an engine and make it stop running. It can even ruin the entire engine! G... More
Tire Warehouse Depot Brake Service for Safe Stopping in Lake Orion
September 19, 2016
Let's talk about something critical for all Lake Orion 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... More
Getting New Tires in Lake Orion?
September 12, 2016
There are so many tire choices in the Lake Orion area that selecting the right one can be a bit overwhelming for drivers. And even though it's kind of fun to have new tires on your vehicle, they're a significant investment for most Lake Orion area folks so you want do it right.Tip: talk with your... More
Automotive Tips from Tire Warehouse Depot: Serpentine Belt Tensioner
September 5, 2016
The serpentine belt tensioner applies pressure to the serpentine belt, maintaining optimal tension to drive the accessories like the alternator and A/C compressor. At Tire Warehouse Depot we know that the service life of the belt tensioner is the same as the belt itself, so they should always be ... More
Combustion Choreography: Timing Belt Replacement at Tire Warehouse Depot in Lake Orion
August 28, 2016
Have you ever seen a ballet performance? Have you wondered how all of those dancers manage to travel all over the stage jumping and twirling and never crash into each other? That's the job of a choreographer.Our auto engines are also highly choreographed. Pistons travel up and down inside cylinde... More
Budget for Maintenance in Lake Orion
August 21, 2016
Sometimes busy Lake Orion 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 Michigan in a Model T, you might change your mind. The improved designs and quality of today's automobiles have significantly reduce... More
Tire Warehouse Depot Service Tip: Why Synthetic Oil Is Good For Your Vehicles
August 16, 2016
Hello Michigan! Today's vehicle care topic is: Synthetic Oil vs. Petroleum Based Oil. Synthetic motor oil is a substitute for petroleum based oil. If you aren't currently using it, why not? Synthetic motor oil maximizes engine power and fuel economy. To see why, we'd need a microscope, so we'll ... More