Does My Vehicle Have a Timing Belt and Why Should It Be Replaced?
July 18, 2013
Timing belts breaking or failing on a vehicle can cause extreme engine damage. On a monthly basis we see vehicles towed in, that the timing belt has failed. We recommend all consumers check with their manufacturer or trusted repair facility to find out if their vehicle is equipped with a timing belt, and if so […]
Do I Really Need to Replace Cracked Belts on My Vehicle?
September 30, 2011
Many of the key components and systems of your vehicle are run or powered via a rubber belt that connects to the engine’s drive shaft. With the aid of pulleys, these belts drive the engine fan, water pump, air-conditioning compressor, power-steering system, and the alternator in most vehicles. The alternator is a very important component […]
Timing is Critical
May 25, 2010
The timing belt of a vehicle plays a vital role in running the engine. Vehicle’s used to be equipped primarily with a timing chain, but now most import vehicles and many of the domestics are being manufactured with a timing belt. The manufacturer of the vehicle sets the mileage interval for the recommended replacement based […]