Your Vehicle's Other Power Plant (Alternator Replacement)
July 21, 2024
Your vehicle's engine is probably the first thing that comes to mind when you think of a power plant. But it has another power source that is vital as well: the alternator. The alternator is what puts out the electricity that powers such things as your lights, power windows, sound system, and na... More
Tacky or Techie? The Tachometer.
July 14, 2024
There's a gauge that many vehicles have that says RPM on it. And there are a lot of people who either don't pay any attention to it or don't even know what it is. Here's why it's a good gauge to know about. It's called a tachometer, and that "RPM" label means it is measuring how many revolutions... More
Road Trip? Check! (Trip Inspection)
July 7, 2024
After months of postponing travel far away from home, a lot of us can't wait to hit the road and scream "Road Trip!" again. But how long has it been since the vehicle you're planning on taking has had a thorough inspection? And is it roadworthy for several days on the highway? Time to schedule a... More
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Wheel Bearings
June 30, 2024
Why are wheel bearings for Fort Myers vehicles important? It's simple: your wheel bearings keep the wheels on your vehicle. In today's Tuffy Fort Myers (Daniels Pkwy) post, we'll discuss more about wheel bearings and how you can make sure they can do their very job while you drive around Fort Mye... More
TCB your PCV (PCV Valve Replacement)
June 23, 2024
Your gasoline engine goes through some exhausting work. Yes, it's truly exhausting, as in: it produces exhaust! And when your engine starts behaving like it's exhausted, such as running poorly or getting lousy fuel economy, the trouble may be something called a PCV valve. Did you know it's a ser... More
A New Battery in Fort Myers
June 16, 2024
Hello Fort Myers drivers, let's talk about batteries. Car batteries are just like any rechargeable battery. They will eventually wear out and die. If you are shopping for a new battery in Fort Myers, here's some auto advice to help you.There are two measurements to consider when purchasing a new... More
Cooling System Components
June 9, 2024
Today we want to talk about a system in our vehicles the cooling system. It's one of those things that Fort Myers auto owners don't give much thought to until it fails and then they're stranded by the side of a road in Florida.Cooling systems fail more often than any other mechanical system us... More
Need a New Battery? Call Tuffy Fort Myers (Daniels Pkwy) Today
June 2, 2024
Hello Fort Myers drivers! Need a new battery? There is a good chance that you do 70% of batteries need to be replaced within four years. As your battery discharges and then recharges as you drive around Fort Myers, bits of the surface of the battery plates disintegrate. As this process continue... More
Why Is My Check Engine Light On?
May 26, 2024
The Check Engine Light strikes fear into the hearts of some Fort Myers drivers, and is totally ignored by just as many. Just what it means is a mystery to most people. Let's get the urgency issues out of the way first. If your Check Engine light is flashing, that means that something is wrong th... More
Differential Service in Fort Myers, Florida - What You Need to Know
May 19, 2024
Scratching your head? Don't worry, if you don't know what a differential is you will in a moment. That fact is that if you drive a car anywhere in Fort Myers, Florida, you have a differential. Whether your vehicle is front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive, you have a differenti... More