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End of Summer Auto Repair Checklist

posted on 6/21/2016 5:35:39 AM
Well…it’s the end of summer, the kids will be headed back to school soon, the days will start getting shorter and it’ll be time to start thinking about cold weather before you know it. At Sea Tac Tire & Auto Tech in Puyallup, WA, we’d like to go over some tips for your vehicle that can make the transition out of summer go a little easier, and maybe even help you avoid expensive auto repair: Check your wipers – in the Puyallup, WA rainy season and colder months, proper visibility ...
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October Tire Spotlight: Dunlop Signature HP

posted on 6/21/2016 5:35:12 AM
Drivers of coupes and sedans who expect a little more out of their vehicles love the Dunlop Signature HP tire line. The Signature HP uses a high-performance all-season tread compound molded into an asymmetric tread design. Its broad outboard shoulder blocks and intermediate and center ribs are designed to enhance cornering stability and steering response. An intermediate rib and innovative shoulder design help pump water away from the tire’s contact patch, for better wet-weather traction. Wh...
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NOVEMBER TIRE SPOTLIGHT: KELLY CHARGER GT

posted on 6/21/2016 5:34:44 AM
If you’re looking for an all-season tire that handles like a sports tire but has the ride and handling of a grand touring tire, you can’t go wrong with the Kelly Charger GT.    The Kelly Charger GT is designed with two circumferential grooves and a dense pattern of sipes for great traction and handling in wet weather. The grooves feature unique Z-shape serrations to direct water away from the tire’s contact patch in rainy conditions. It features the industry’s M + S stamp, indicating ...
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August is Golf Month

posted on 6/21/2016 5:34:16 AM
Did you know that Golf Month is coming up? At Sea Tac Tire & Auto Tech, we thought you might be interested in a few factoids about golf that you may or may not have known… The regulation golf ball has 336 tiny dimples. Until 1848 or so, golf balls were made of thin leather, stitched and stuffed tightly with feathers. 20-some years ago 4.1 million women played golf; today, well over six million women play. The youngest winner of the PGA Championship was 20-year-old Gene Sa...
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Questions about Oil Changes? Here Are Some Answers!

posted on 6/21/2016 5:32:47 AM
Oil changes…if you drive 12-15,000 miles a year like most people, it seems like it’s time for another oil change every time you turn around. Why are oil changes such a big deal? Our technicians at Puyallup Goodyear would like to answer that question, and maybe a couple of others.    Q: What’s the recommended interval for oil changes?  A: At one time, oil changes were recommended at 3,000 mile intervals. Most manufacturers and auto repair techs now agree that a 3,000 mile interval is ...
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Goodyear Assurance – All-Season Dependability at an Affordable Price

posted on 6/21/2016 5:32:33 AM
Goodyear’s Assurance TripleTred All-Season represents the latest in innovation and quality from Goodyear. Aimed at drivers of sedans, coupes and minivans, the Assurance TripleTred All-Season offers confident grip and outstanding road manners. It’s designed with three separate and distinct tread patterns, or “zones,” tuned to offer traction in dry, wet and wintry conditions.    The Dry Zone is designed with large shoulder blocks for excellent steering response and confident handling on...
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Preventive Maintenance Questions and Answers

posted on 6/21/2016 5:30:25 AM
At Sea Tac Tire and Auto Tech, we’re pretty big on the idea of preventive maintenance. Just like with your own health, it’s important to get out in front of problems before they can get away from you and end up costing a lot more money. Here are some preventive maintenance questions that we hear from time to time:    Q: What are some typical preventive maintenance items?    A: Services like oil changes, tire rotations, fluid inspections for the radiator, transmission, power steering...
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How Do Anti-Lock Braking Systems Work?

posted on 6/21/2016 5:30:11 AM
Brake service is a big part of the comprehensive auto repair that we offer at Sea Tac Tire & Auto Tech, and from time to time we get questions about ABS systems and their role in braking:    Q: What is ABS?    A: Antilock braking systems (ABS), first introduced on the 1971 Chrysler Imperial, use speed sensors at each wheel that send information on the wheels’ rotational speeds back to a processor. If one wheel starts to slow down as if it may skid, the processor meters brake pressure...
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Website Launch Announcement: Sea Tac Tire & Auto Tech Launches New Site

posted on 6/21/2016 5:29:26 AM
We are excited to announce the launch of our new website. The site features a fresh look, easy navigation and more focus on what the customer needs. The new site offers inventory listings with pictures and specs. You can search a variety of ways including by vehicle and size. With the addition of our blog, we are able to help inform and educate our customers on important tire and service information. We invite you to visit our new website today.
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Basic Car Maintenance Mistakes And How to Prevent Them

posted on 6/21/2016 5:28:34 AM
In order to stay in the same condition you bought it in, a car needs to have proper preventative maintenance. But for those who aren't that car savvy, auto repairs can be confusing. Neglecting vehicles costs the economy over $2 billion every year and these are costs that can be quite expensive. So luckily for you, we've outlined some basic car maintenance mistakes and how to service your vehicle when needed. Skipping oil changes Each vehicle requires proper engine lubrication in order to functi...
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