Using Proper Fluids in Your vehicle
August 31, 2022
Today, Tuffy Ocala is writing about the proper fluids for your vehicle. It's become more complicated with changes in automotive design and manufacturing. It's not that people in Ocala are confused as much as they don't realize how much things have changed in recent years. If you have questions a... More
Serpentine Belt Service at Tuffy Ocala in Ocala
August 30, 2022
Don't you hate it when you hear that squeal from under the hood when you're zipping down a busy Ocala road? It usually means there is a problem with the serpentine belt. The serpentine belt powers a lot of engine accessories. It runs the alternator - which charges the battery; the water pump - wh... More
Vive la Differential at Tuffy Ocala in Ocala
August 29, 2022
There are a lot of drivers in Ocala who are due for a differential service, but had never heard of a differential before. With front-wheel drive being so common in Florida these days, the differential is just taken care of during a transmission service, so most Ocala folks don't even have to thi... More
Fuel Saving Tip: Car Weight and Your Florida Driving
August 28, 2022
Weight is the enemy of fuel economy. Everyone from Ocala knows this makes sense.Some of us in the Ocala area carry a bunch of unnecessary weight, and I'm not talkin' what you see in the mirror.Guys: sports equipment and tools. Ladies: well, just take a look around the passenger compartment and tr... More
How Tired Are Your Tires? (Tire replacement)
August 28, 2022
Of the things you think about most, your tires are probably pretty far down the list. Thats understandable because todays tires are engineered to do their job without needing you to pay too much attention to them. But they DO wear out, and worn tires can contribute to skidding in bad weather, not... More
Fuel Saving Tip: Fuel System Cleaning Near Ocala, Florida
August 27, 2022
A lot of fuel is wasted in the Ocala area by dirty fuel delivery systems in vehicles.Let's start at the tank. The gas tank gathers dirt, rust and sediment over the years. That's why there's a fuel filter to clean the fuel after it leaves the tank. A dirty filter will rob the engine of the clean g... More
Power Steering Service at Tuffy Ocala in Ocala
August 26, 2022
Many Ocala drivers have been hearing about technological advances in power steering, specifically electric power steering. Some very high-end cars have been featuring electric power steering. Power steering fluid has the necessary hydraulic properties and the ability to lubricate the internal pa... More
What Is That? Check Engine Light Service at Tuffy Ocala
August 25, 2022
Okay. You went to your local Ocala car wash, and while your vehicle was under the dryer, the Check Engine light started flashing. Panic! What did you just do? Something is seriously wrong with the vehicle! You head for the nearest Ocala service center, but on the way, the Check Engine light stop... More
Fuel Filter Service in Ocala, Florida
August 24, 2022
There are a surprising number of small, inexpensive parts that can lead to expensive engine damage when they fail. It doesn't seem right.Fortunately a lot of those things can be taken care of in routine maintenance. They may not be easy to remember because it is a long list, but your service cent... More
Wheel Balancing at Tuffy Ocala
August 23, 2022
So you love your job, and your family life is great. Congratulations! You have achieved balance. But can you say the same for your wheels? Ocala drivers can tell if their tires are out of balance by vibrations at higher speeds on Florida roads. If one of the front tires is out, you feel the vibr... More