Car Care Tips

Suspension stuff
What is it? Your suspension is the assembly system that absorbs bumps from the road and protects your car, and you, from the impact of these irregular surfaces as you drive.
How does it work?
	We could go into great detail about the different types of suspension, but from the consumer’s perspective, you really only need to understand three basic components:
Shocks
	They keep your tires in contact with the road and help absorb bumps.
Springs
	These support the weight of the car and help maintain proper riding height.
Struts
	A strut is a single unit that combines the shock and spring into one piece. Struts cost more because you can not simply replace a failed component, you must replace the entire system.
How could something go wrong?
	The most common problem is wear from extended road use. Another cause is a jarring impact (or a series of jarring impacts) that could cause breakage.
How do you recognize a problem?
	Bouncing is the most noticeable sign. And the steering wheel will feel loose. You should also check to see if your car is sitting level.
How does Tuffy make it right?
	By offering complete suspension inspections by trained professionals. There’s no reason you shouldn’t have your car looked at the minute trouble signs appear. It could save you money. Because shocks and struts wear out gradually, problems may not be as noticeable as, say, a muffler falling off. This process is so gradual that you may not even notice that your ride has lost its “new car feel.” Make your life easier by having a Tuffy technician periodically perform a complete vehicle maintenance inspection. We’ll check all the components of your suspension system to determine the problem area. Then we’ll repair or replace only the parts that need repair or replacement, using manufacturer’s guidelines.