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Simple Answers from Schindler's Garage for FLOYDS KNOBS: Tire Tread Depth

Question How can I tell when my tires are worn so much that they need to be replaced? Answer That is a very important question.  As we discuss the matter, keep in mind that one of the most imp...
Published on: Feb 09, 2025

The Heat is On (Hot Weather Vehicle Concerns)

When the weather gets hot, some of the components of your vehicle are pushed to the limit.  Here are a few things to watch out for as the mercury climbs higher: Your vehicle's air conditioning...
Published on: Nov 24, 2024

Tire Rotation and Balancing

You can make your tires last longer with regular tire rotation and wheel balancing.  Let’s start with tire rotation.  In normal driving, your front tires wear more on the shoulders bec...
Published on: Apr 21, 2024

Get The Right Tires And Wheels At Schindler's Garage

{{ image('MjEz') }} A lot of people in the FLOYDS KNOBS area want custom wheels. When you do this yourself (over the internet . . .) you could run into trouble if you're not careful. Sometimes t...
Published on: Mar 10, 2024

FLOYDS KNOBS Tire Tread Depth - Washington vs. Lincoln

Let’s focus on the effect of tire tread depth on braking.  When talking about stopping power, we tend to focus on our brakes.  But our tires are where the rubber meets the road.  ...
Published on: Oct 15, 2023

Are You Going Nuts? (Lug Nut Replacement)

If your vehicle has a few years on it, you've no doubt had your tires rotated a few times. That means, of course, that a technician has loosened the lug nuts (which hold the wheels on) to remove the w...
Published on: Oct 08, 2023

The Schindler's Garage Guide To Selecting Tires And Wheels

{{ image('MzIy') }} Some people living near love driving and love their vehicles: To them, picking out the right tire is just as important – and just as much fun – as finding the right s...
Published on: Aug 28, 2023

Washington V. Lincoln: Tread Depth Champion In FLOYDS KNOBS

Today's Schindler's Garage article focuses on the effect of tire tread depth on braking. When FLOYDS KNOBS and drivers talk about stopping power, they tend to focus on their brakes. But our tires are...
Published on: Jul 25, 2023