Tire Replacement: What Fort Wayne Drivers Need to Know
April 28, 2019
Looking at getting some new tires? Maybe the real reason for wanting those off-highway tires is that they look cool. Well there's nothing wrong with that. If you make sure that you've got your functional needs covered with your selection, then you can have some fun with where you go from there.L... More
Go Big or Go Home: Upsize Your Wheels at Tuffy Fort Wayne - Coldwater
March 4, 2019
A lot of us Fort Wayne drivers like our vehicles to reflect our personalities. We're picky about color and body style. We'll customize anything from floor mats to window tints to license plates. One popular way for Indiana motorists to customize a vehicle is to get new wheels.Wheels come in thou... More
The Tuffy Fort Wayne - Coldwater Guide to Tire Specs
January 20, 2019
You know you need new tires, but you're not sure what type. You look at a tire to get the size: 225, 50, R, 16, 92, H. All the way to the Fort Wayne service center you keep repeating it over and over. You even say it over in your mind while waiting in line. Then you get to the counter and... More
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Wheel Bearings
August 26, 2018
Why are wheel bearings for Fort Wayne vehicles important? It's simple: your wheel bearings keep the wheels on your vehicle. In today's Tuffy Fort Wayne - Coldwater 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 Wayne,... More
Picking the Right Tires in Fort Wayne
August 19, 2018
Shopping for tires in Fort Wayne can be bewildering because there are many choices. Let's simplify. There are four main classifications of tires, each designed for different purposes.First off, there are summer tires. Those who buy summer tires in Fort Wayne are looking for maximum summertime pe... More
Keep Your Tires Well Rounded in Fort Wayne: Tire Rotation and Wheel Balancing at Tuffy Fort Wayne - Coldwater
May 20, 2018
Taking care of our tires is part of vehicle care for Fort Wayne drivers. We know they have to be replaced when they wear out, but tires also require some preventive maintenance. This maintenance will improve and extend the life of the tires, so it's well worth the effort and expense for Fort Way... More
Shake It up in Fort Wayne!: Why Wheel Balancing
May 13, 2018
Our vehicles are not massage chairs. While we may enjoy a good vibration in an overstuffed recliner, we generally want as smooth a ride as possible in our vehicles. One way to achieve this is to keep a vehicle's wheels in balance. When a tire is mounted onto a wheel, it is usually out of balance... More
Fort Wayne Safety Systems: Tire Pressure Monitoring System
February 27, 2018
Flats, blow outs, skids and longer stopping distances can all be the result of driving around Fort Wayne on underinflated tires. Admittedly, it's hard to tell when a radial tire is underinflated. If your vehicle manufacturer recommends 35 pounds of pressure, your vehicle tires are considered sig... More
Wheel Balancing at Tuffy Fort Wayne - Coldwater
February 5, 2018
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? Fort Wayne drivers can tell if their tires are out of balance by vibrations at higher speeds on Indiana roads. If one of the front tires is out, you feel the... More
Talk to Tuffy Fort Wayne - Coldwater About New Shoes for Your Vehicle
January 23, 2018
Custom wheels are one way that Fort Wayne folks express themselves and personalize their vehicle. But they aren't as cheap and easy as sticking decals on your back window. There are several factors that need to be considered, including cost, the fit of the wheel, modifications that will have to ... More