Tires and WheelsBy the Numbers: Tire Replacement at Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter in DexterEver notice that your tire is covered with writing? It's like some hieroglyphic art form. Of course, Dexter drivers know that it's not just graffiti, but to most of us, it might as well be. Would you like to know what all those codes on your tire mean? It won't lead you to buried treasure, but it... Read More Posted in Tires and Wheels on January 01, 2021 Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Wheel BearingsWhy are wheel bearings for Dexter vehicles important? It's simple: your wheel bearings keep the wheels on your vehicle. In today's Charlie's Fast Lube Dexter post, we'll discuss more about wheel bearings and how you can make sure they can do their very job while you drive around Dexter, Missouri.... Read More Posted in Tires and Wheels on December 27, 2020 Why Wheel Balancing and Tire Rotation Save You Money on TiresDexter drivers want their tires to last as long as possible. Two ways to extend tire life are wheel balancing and tire rotation.When wheels are out of balance, they wobble and vibrate. That makes the tires wear in a cupping pattern. If a front wheel is out of balance you'll feel it in the steerin... Read More Posted in Tires and Wheels on December 06, 2020 Tire Tread Depth for Dexter, Missouri DriversDriving on bald tires is like playing roulette. Though you may be fine today, eventually your luck is going to run out.The Feds don't have any laws for tread depth, but 42 of the states, and all of Canada, do have regulations. They consider 2/32 of an inch to be the minimum legal tread depth. Tw... Read More Posted in Tires and Wheels on August 30, 2020 How Much is Enough for Dexter Auto Owners? Tire Tread DepthMost Dexter drivers know that tires wear out and that the wear has to do with tread depth. Most of us have heard that bald tires are dangerous, but most of us picture a tire with no tread at all when we think of a bald tire. And when we take our vehicles in for preventive maintenance, the techni... Read More Posted in Tires and Wheels on May 17, 2020 Winter TiresWhat type of technology do you use? Do you prefer an 8-track tape or an iPod? When it comes to winter tires, much of Dexter driver's perception dates back to when 8-track was the best way to listen to the Bee Gees.Twenty years ago in Missouri, winter tires differed from highway tires only in thei... Read More Posted in Tires and Wheels on October 13, 2019 Dexter Tire RepairMost Dexter residents have experienced a flat tire. You know it's inconvenient and a pain. Our tires are important. Keeping them in good working order isn't just a big safety issue for Dexter drivers – it also has a financial impact.... Read More Posted in Tires and Wheels on October 06, 2019 Helping Dexter Drivers Get the Right TiresEvery Dexter vehicle owner has to purchase tires at some time or another, so it's a good idea to understand what the choices are. The best seasonal performance is achieved by purchasing tires to match the season you are driving in. S... Read More Posted in Tires and Wheels on August 08, 2019 |
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