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The wheel alignment on your vehicle helps to keep your vehicle running smoothly. If your tires are out of balance, you might notice problems with how your vehicle handles on the road. Alignments should occur about every other oil change, or at 6,000 miles to keep your wheels in good shape.

When you invest in alignments, your tires are going to wear out more evenly. It will be easier to handle your car, and it shouldn't pull to one side once it's properly aligned. You can have a two-wheel alignment, or a four-wheel alignment, depending on the…

An excess amount of water on the road can cause your vehicle to hydroplane. Your vehicle will glide over the water instead of the road. Good vehicle maintenance is one of the things that you can do in order to prevent hydroplaning. Your tires have to be in good condition. Make sure that they have enough tread and do not have any holes in them. You should also be careful when you drive. You are most likely to hydroplane during the first 10 minutes it starts raining.

It is a good idea for you to drive more slowly. 

Touch up paint is a lifesaver for fixing small scratches and chips on your car's finish. It can be tricky to apply if you've never done it before, but with this guide, you'll be able to do it like a pro!

So, let's get started! The first thing you'll need to do is gather the supplies you'll need for the job. Touch up paint, of course, is the most important item on the list. You'll also need a few other things:

-A small brush (a toothbrush or cotton swab will work in a…

Brake fluid helps activate the brake pads. It helps reduce the amount of force that has to be applied in order to stop the car. There are different types of brake fluid that can be used in a vehicle. Each type of vehicle will need a different type of brake fluid. You can find this out by checking with the manufacturer or dealer. It is important for you to be able to recognize the signs that indicate you need to get new brake fluid.

You will notice that your brake pads do not work the way that they should.

If you're like most people, you may have never even heard of a transfer case before. But trust us - it's an important part of your vehicle! In this blog post, we will discuss everything you ever wanted to know about transfer cases. We'll explain what they are, what they do, and how they work.

So, what exactly is a transfer case? A transfer case is a device that transfers power from the engine to the drive shafts. It is typically located in the center of the vehicle, between the front and rear axles. The transfer case also…

Engines overheat for many reasons. Sometimes it's as simple as overuse during stop-and-go traffic in warm-to-hot weather. Our Ruxer Truck Center service techs briefly explain other common causes of engine overheating.

Cooling System Breakdown

Aptly named, a car's cooling system keeps the car's components cool, namely the engine. The system entails a water pump that continuously circulates liquid coolant throughout the engine, entering and cooling the engine proper in special hollows called engine jackets.

Contaminated Coolant

Before you tow anything, there are several important terms that you should familiarize yourself with. You need to know the towing capacity. This is the most weight that your vehicle can tow. Gross vehicle rating is another term that is important to know the definition of. This is the weight that your vehicle can hold while the vehicle is sitting still. Gross trailer weight is also an important term. It is the amount of your cargo and your trailer. You do not want the gross trailer weight to be greater than the vehicle towing capacity. If that occurs, then you…

When it comes to staying safe, maintaining proper tire pressure is absolutely critical. Jasper drivers can enjoy optimum handling and control, shorter stopping distances, and lower tire replacement costs. At Ruxer Truck Center, we offer a comprehensive range of services for keeping tires working like they should. Read on to find out why.

Low Air Pressure Increases Wear and May Cause Blowouts

Not having enough air in your tires increases the risk of blowouts and accelerates normal tire wear. When tires are sagging, more of their surface is touching the ground. 

The exhaust and the muffler are the major and most important parts of the exhaust system. When these two parts are either leaking or malfunctioning, your vehicle will become noisy and produce a very loud noise. This is the noise coming from the combustion chamber where the fuel is burnt and converted into toxic gases.

Exhausts consists of valves and pistons and chamber-to-exhaust manifold that moves exhaust fumes from the combustion chamber. The manifold is the passage from the cylinder to catalytic converters, which breaks down the toxic gases and turn them into gas that can 

Winter can be brutal for cars. With your car having survived this difficult period, spring is now the time to pamper it with the necessary maintenance services.

Adjust Your Emergency Kit

Since the snow has stopped dropping, it is time to remove all the emergency items that were specifically meant for winter, such as winter jackets, tire chains and winter boots. Make sure all the other emergency essentials are in place and working correctly.

Check whether your spare tire is properly inflated, whether the jumper cables are in perfect condition and have no