Problems with Suspension Solved at Tuffy Grand Rapids - Fuller Ave. in Grand Rapids

July 31, 2022

A vehicle's suspension system is tough. It can last for years and after lots of driving for Grand Rapids drivers. But it can be damaged quickly by hitting a pothole, curb or rock, and it can wear more quickly if you frequently drive off-road or on bumpy roads. A workhorse vehicle one that hauls ... More

Not Too Hot and Not Too Cold (Temperature Gauge)

July 24, 2022

You know your body temperature is supposed to be 98.6 degrees F, 37 degrees C. Your vehicle has a normal temperature, too, and if you pay attention to it, that can save you some big headaches down the road. Many vehicles have a temperature gauge on the dash that takes the temperature of the engi... More

A Door No One Can Step Through (Fuel Door Repair and Maintenance)

July 17, 2022

Your vehicle has lots of doors including that one usually near the back on the vehicle's side. That's the fuel door, something you use every time you gas up. These endure hundreds of open-and-close cycles, usually without any problems. But when they act up, it can be a major inconvenience for ... More

Which Item Is Most Stolen from Vehicles in Grand Rapids?

July 10, 2022

Which item is most often stolen from vehicles in Grand Rapids?Is it: Stereo Wheels Air Bag DVD System Well, if you said stereo you used to be right. But airbags have now surpassed stereos as the biggest target for theft in Michigan approximately 50,000 a year are stolen across the country. ... More

Grand Rapids Drivers: Is It Time to Replace Your PCV Valve?

July 3, 2022

The crankcase is the lower part of the engine where the crankshaft is housed and where the engine oil lives. The crankshaft is connected to the pistons that power the engine. When you are diving around Grand Rapids, fuel is burned in your vehicle engine, it pushes the pistons down and the crank... More