Severe Service Requirements
August 27, 2023
A lot of Fort Myers drivers have asked whether or not they should use their severe service maintenance schedule, which is listed in their vehicle's owner's manual. It can be somewhat confusing, so we decided to consult an expert. Cricket Killingsworth is from QMI/Heartland, a manufacturer of a... More
Timing Belt
August 20, 2023
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
When You Hear the Crash in Fort Myers: What to Do After an Accident
August 13, 2023
Motorists in North America drive about 3 trillion miles/4.8 trillion kilometers every year. There are over 250+ million licensed drivers, and approximately 6.2 million accidents happen every year. Unfortunately, if we're going to drive vehicles, there are going to be accidents. Knowing what to do... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Fort Myers (McGregor Blvd): A Broken or Damaged Timing Belt
August 6, 2023
The timing belt rotates the cam shafts which open and close the valves that allow air, fuel, and exhaust to flow through the engine as it powers your car when you drive around Fort Myers.An old timing belt can lose a tooth in the belt allowing it to slip. The engine could stop or misfire. Timing ... More