Automotive Tips from Tuffy Ocala: Making Your A/C System Last Longer
April 24, 2016
Ocala drivers know that if their air conditioning system isnt making cool air like it used to, there is a problem. It may be as simple as adding more of the right kind of refrigerant.Your A/C requires special compressor oil, which circulates through the system along with the refrigerant, to lubri... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Ocala: Serpentine Belt Overview
April 18, 2016
The technicians at Tuffy Ocala know your serpentine belt drives important engine accessories like your alternator, air conditioning compressor, and power steering. In some cars it may also power the power brakes or water pump. The serpentine belt is powered by the engine and winds around pulleys ... More
Positive Crankcase Ventilation ? PCV Valve Service at Tuffy Ocala
April 10, 2016
Hello Ocala! Did you know that the first federally-mandated emissions control device was introduced in the 1960's? The Positive Crankcase Ventilation valve, or PCV valve, has been installed in Florida vehicles since 1964 and represents the first legislation by the United States government to regu... More
Protecting Your Vehicle from Theft in Ocala, Florida
April 4, 2016
Every car in Ocala, Florida, is at risk for theft. So it's up to us to make our cars a less appealing target and more of a challenge hopefully sending potential thieves to look elsewhere.The National Insurance Crime Bureau recommends a layered approach to protecting vehicles: Common sense Visib... More