Tuffy St. Johns and the Maintenance Mindset
July 24, 2018
When it comes to their vehicles, some St. Johns residents don't have a maintenance mindset. They know they need to take care of their cars, but it just seems really hard to get them to remember to do it. St. Johns drivers generally accept that many things in life require regular maintenance bu... More
Hold the Oil! (Oil Pan Gasket Replacement)
July 17, 2018
You've likely heard how important oil is to your vehicle's engine. Did you know that there's one part that's responsible for holding that oil so you can use it every day? It's called the oil pan, and it sits at the bottom of the engine. The oil pan is a vital, though simple, part of your engine's... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy St. Johns: Serpentine Belt Overview
July 8, 2018
The technicians at Tuffy St. Johns know your serpentine belt drives important engine accessories like your alternator, air conditioning compressor, and power steering. In some cars it may also power the power brakes or water pump. The serpentine belt is powered by the engine and winds around pull... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy St. Johns: Making a Battery Last Longer
July 2, 2018
One thing all St. Johns drivers can do to extend the life of their battery is to keep it clean. A greasy, dirty battery holds in damaging heat. Same goes for removing corrosion from the terminals. Tuffy St. Johns can help maintain your battery.Allowing your battery to be deeply depleted like fr... More