We provide Strut Repairs or Replacements at Byrne's Garage LLC
Your struts are vital to vehicle safety and the comfort you experience while driving! Most of our New Albany drivers don't understand that a bad strut can increase the distance you need to stop your vehicle and that is putting the need for keeping your struts in good working order a necessity! Here at Byrne's Garage LLC we typically have drivers that don't know that bit of information nor what a strut actually does as it isn't used in casual conversation like brakes or tires. Unless you need strut repair or replacement it isn't a concern for most people
Our mechanics here at Byrne's Garage LLC in New Albany, IN have been fixing struts on vehicles for many years and understand the complexity of your struts and how they work within the suspension system of your car or truck. We also understand just how important they are to your ability to drive safely in comfort.
The strut is a component of your suspension system, the system that connects your car to the wheel and is one of the most important parts of the system as it supports the weight of the vehicle which is necessary for steering absorbing most of the shock. The strut is the name of the assembly that connects your vehicle to the wheel assemblies and consists of mounts, a spring, and a shock absorber which runs through the spring. Not all cars have struts, or have them on one set of wheels; on some designs, the shock absorber and the spring are separate, though the same basic principles of suspension still apply. They also help stabilize your vehicle and enhance control while turning, braking, or accelerating.
Your strut assemblies are under constant stress, even when the vehicle is just sitting. For this reason, rubber bushings that the strut pivots on have a tendency to wear out, causing squeaking sounds while turning or driving. If you notice your struts are noisy or your car doesn’t ride as smoothly as it should, have them replaced. Even if you haven’t noticed a reduction in ride quality, it’s a good idea to have them inspected regularly. They often fail slowly over time, and many people don’t realize their struts are bad until they can compare the ride quality after they’ve been replaced.
How do you know your struts are going bad?
1. Noise, that squeaking noise we just mentioned while turning or driving
2. Your vehicle is "leaning" when you turn
3. Tires are bouncing it seems like after hitting a pothole or going over a speed bump
4. Front end seems to dive down when you hit your brakes aggressively
5. Your vehicle doesn't feel stable - as if it is bouncing up and down or "floating"
Replacing your struts is typically done as a pair vs one at the time and is based on the owner's manual recommendation. However, driving on rough or unpaved roads, towing a trailer or carrying heavy loads can shorten the life of your strut. If you are experiencing any of the issues noted we would be glad to take a look at your vehicle for you and if your car, truck, or SUV has a bad shock, worn bushings, and bearings, or broken and worn out suspension components. Our mechanics will get you taken care of. For your strut and suspension needs, visit Byrne's Garage LLC in New Albany, IN and have one of our technicians take a look.
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VEHICLE OVERHEATING ISSUES
When your vehicle overheats, you want it fixed immediately by a professional as it can cause serious issues FAST! What does it mean? Obviously, the engine is getting too hot, but what causes this and how can you keep your vehicle from overheating? Byrne's Garage LLC in New Albany has the answers for you!
Overheating can be caused by a variety of things, from an air bubble in your coolant, blown fan fuse, to a bad head gasket, or a warped engine head. Faulty thermostats, bad water pumps, low coolant levels, bad radiators, and blocked heater cores or hoses will also cause a car to overheat. If your car is getting hot, it isn’t necessarily a huge problem, as long as the engine doesn’t get too hot for too long. Often, a simple solution will fix your problem. Basically, a car runs the risk of overheating any time the flow of coolant throughout your engine is interrupted, or if the radiator is incapable of displacing enough heat.
However, no matter how simple or complicated an issue is, overheating is a serious problem. A five-dollar thermostat isn’t a big deal. However, if you ignore the problem and allow the engine to get hot enough or let it stay hot for too long, you’ll be looking at a new engine or serious engine work very soon. Never push your luck if your car is running hotter than normal. Keep an eye on your gauge if your warning light comes on pull over and shut the car down immediately if the temperature rises too high. It is always best to call us here at the shop if you have a question so we can let you know how serious it is if you are concerned. If you ever have fluids leaking out or see steam rising from the hood immediately stop the vehicle and get help as that is a large indicator of a serious issue that needs a resolution now and not later.
In summary, a car can overheat for various reasons which may not be serious. But ignoring the condition of overheating is incredibly serious, so a small problem can escalate into a big one very quickly. If you are experiencing cooling issues with your vehicle, let our technicians at Byrne's Garage LLC in New Albany, IN take a look; whether the issue is a simple one or not, fixing the problem will definitely save you an engine. If you need a coolant flush, a new thermostat, or a more complicated solution like a head gasket or a new radiator, our mechanics at Byrne's Garage LLC will diagnose the problem with your car, truck, or SUV and get you back on the road.
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Towing Services Provided
For many issues, your car remains driveable, and you can get it to us for repair. For others, your car may not work, be suitable for the road, or driving it will risk damaging it. If you’re in the latter position, don’t fret. Byrne's Garage LLC in New Albany, IN can arrange a tow for your vehicle.
TOWING CALL: (812) 945-3463
Tow Trucks - Vehicle Issues or Engine Damage
If your car is overheating, experiencing low oil pressure, won’t start, the transmission is experiencing vehicle issues or engine trouble, perhaps your car has severe suspension or steering issues, or any other condition exists which prohibits your ability to get your car to us, we’ve got your back. Give us a call and a location, and we’ll have your car at the shop and ready for repair in no time. Calling us to have your car or truck towed to safety is an easier plan of action and will save you from damaging your vehicle further.
Towing isn't only for cars and trucks that simply won’t start or move, you should also have your car or truck towed if it is experiencing cooling or oil pressure issues, or the transmission is behaving incorrectly as this can cause major damage and cost you thousands. These problems almost always worsen rapidly and do constant damage while the engine is running or the car is driving. Don’t take a chance on destroying your vehicle’s engine or transmission by trying to drive it - let us move it for you. The same goes for steering and suspension issues; if the problem is bad enough, driving your car could cause something to break. This instantly jeopardizes the safety of you in your car, and anyone else involved on the road.
Tow Trucks - Breakdowns
We have been called to tow cars and trucks due to bad batteries, the vehicle has a flat tire, or the driver ran out of fuel on the roadway. Also, there are multiple calls each year for "lockout" service where drivers have simply locked themselves out of their vehicles.
Towing Bills "can be" reimbursed
If you have AAA or your insurance policy has a towing addendum on it, you can submit the towing invoice to them for reimbursement! Some of our customers were unaware of that, so we felt it would be a great addition to our page. ALWAYS check with your insurance company to see if you are covered OR ask them about adding it to your coverage.
Tow Trucks - Accident Damage
We have been called out to tow vehicles as a direct result of a vehicular accident and are available for them as well. An accident could be with a stationary item, another vehicle or hitting an animal on the road. You could be hauling something and the load shift causing a hazard and resulting in a crash. Should you drive off the road into a ditch, have a fender bender, suffer a collision (which we hope is not severe) simply give us a call and we will be available promptly on scene to assist you in getting your vehicle out of harms way and if you need a mechanic, then we can help you with that as well.
Our tow truck is available for all needs in the New Albany area simply give us a call for service or if you are planning to have a vehicle transported via a schedule let us know and we can set that up for you as well at Byrne's Garage LLC in New Albany know. Don’t risk more damage or stress over moving your car. It’s in good hands with us.
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Why is your oil change so important?
Oil changes may seem mundane, but if your car is maintained correctly you must change your oil as it is a crucial part of your vehicle and should always be part of your recurring maintenance. The fewer surprises your car throws at you the better and Byrne's Garage LLC in New Albany, IN wants you to know just how important your oil changes are.
The oil in your engine is essentially its lifeline. It protects moving parts from rust, friction, and cleans your engine by absorbing carbon buildup and debris. When you neglect an oil change, that oil saturated with dirt, and debris begins to work against you. First, small particles in the oil wreak havoc on bearings and small oil journals. If neglected for too long, oil begins to break down or coagulate, inefficiently lubricating moving parts and clogging passageways. Old oil will destroy an engine, either through bearing and part wear or oil starvation, or both at the same time. Too much wear on internal engine parts will cause the engine to fatally malfunction, sooner rather than later.
What are the other benefits of a regular oil change?
- Improved engine performance: Clean oil and a fresh air filter will keep all the important parts of your engine clean and lubricated. This creates a smoother and quieter ride. A smooth running engine has a positive effect on multiple areas of your vehicle.
- Prevents debris build-up: Older oil will stick to engine parts. This can turn into debris, clog up areas, and create build up. Changing the oil and filter regularly remove and prevent this nasty build up. If you do the majority of your driving on dirt roads you will need more regular oil changes.
- MPG: As mentioned above, regular oil changes offer up improved lubrication. Newer, cleaner oil reduces friction that can slow your engine which means you’ll end up paying more money for gas. New, clean oil also helps your engine run cooler. A cooler engine is more efficient. Anti-freeze and oil work together to cool your engine together. If one isn’t working right it negatively affects the other one.
- Cleaner emissions: Older cars, trucks, RVs, and SUVs can burn old, dirty oil which increases emissions. Dirty oil allows hydrocarbons to build up in the crankcase. If the oil is dirty the emissions levels can raise. Brand new oil is much less likely to burn and can also absorb particles which means less pollution.
- Longer engine life: Whether you live in the city, suburbs or country your engine will get dirt and debris stuck inside of it. If you change your oil there is less friction. With less friction, there is much less wear and tear. With less wear and tear means a much longer engine life. If you change your oil regularly, there is less carbon build-up. Altogether this will save you money in the long run. Replacing an engine can cost quite a bit of money.
- Other car parts: Clean, new oil doesn’t only protect the engine. It also protects other car parts that are constantly in motion. Oil lubricates the crankshaft and the connection rods. This controls the pistons from going up and down when your engine is on. The cylinder walls allow the rings to build up better compression when lubricated. The camshaft is the valve train that opens and closes the engine tank and exhaust valves. The oil keeps this lubricated and moving efficiently as well.
- Other issues: If you get a regular oil change then the other parts of your vehicle will also get checked. We offer affordable oil changes and will also check for other issues while you are here.
- Warranty: Most terms of a warranty include regular oil changes. If you don’t follow these terms it could void the contract.
Since it is a lot easier to keep an engine internally clean than it is to clean up a dirty one, and since proper lubrication is the most important aspect of engine longevity, you can see why proper oil maintenance is such a priority. Get your oil changed on time, and don’t skip the oil filter replacement. The next time your car is ready for an oil change, or any other services from brake pads to major engine issues, let the experts at Byrne's Garage LLC in New Albany, IN handle it. We’ll keep your car maintained so you can avoid breakdowns and get the most out of your car, truck, or SUV.
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When your car, truck or SUV begins to shake, vibrate or pull to either side while driving it typically means it's time to bring it into our shop here at Byrne's Garage LLC in New Albany, for an alignment! Doing so early will save serious wear and tear on tires and it is an easy fix when we catch it early. But what exactly is a tire alignment and why is it important?
We look at our customer's vehicles each time they come in and set up a vehicle maintenance plan for them, alignments are part of your vehicle maintenance and checked typically every 6,000 miles on average. Wheel alignments ensure optimal vehicle driving and help your tires last longer, your vehicle will drive better.
Alignments can also be necessary after a shock to your front wheels like running through a pothole or hitting a curb on our local streets here in New Albany. The suspension and front end assembly of your vehicle you drive are comprised of many different components, which keep your tires centered and resting flat on the pavement. When things wear out or move over a fairly long period of time, it’s necessary to reset your front end components to get your car, truck, or SUV driving straight again. Avoid driving too much if you believe your tires need an alignment; investing in a repair at Byrne's Garage LLC as soon as you notice any of the symptoms listed as the more you drive, the worse the damage is.
Important Tips: To save you hundreds on repairs with new tires, suspensions & steering parts, make sure to look at your tires for uneven tread wear.
Signs of Off Alignment Checklist:
- Your car or truck pulling to one side or the other is a great sign that you need an alignment. Simply get on a straight road like an interstate and release the wheel for a few seconds and see if it pulls. When you come into the shop let us know which side it pulls towards.
- If the steering wheel is crooked! Your alignment is off! Sounds odd but it is true, looking at your steering wheel when you are going straight if it isn't properly lined up you DO have a problem.
- When you are driving on a smooth road and your steering wheel is vibrating or shaking we have a problem which could be an alignment or it could be a tire balance problem.
- Your tires are starting to wear unevenly or rapidly is a sign of needing an alignment.
Trust our team of highly trained mechanics at Byrne's Garage LLC, to diagnose your vehicle issues and get you safely on the road. An alignment when you first notice the issue will save you the costs of replacement tires and suspension parts plus the dramatically improve the drive quality of your vehicle. Our mechanics will align your wheels and front end quickly, and do it right. Come by Byrne's Garage LLC in New Albany and get your alignment troubles taken care of today!
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