Mounting and Balancing Tires.

What does that really mean?  We hear the term all the time, but what does it mean to mount and balance?  It might be a little easier to understand if you were a gymnast!  The mounting part seems pretty simple, but the balancing is a bit more complicated.  And just like the proverbial chicken and the egg…you can’t have one without the other.

A wheel is considered to be in balance when the center of gravity is identical to the axis of rotation – in other words, when the mass of the wheel and the tire are evenly distributed around the axle, so there’s absolutely no vibration when the tire spins.  Our installers use special equipment to analyze the tires and wheels and find any heavy spots that could cause them to vibrate when spinning.

It is all about attention to detail.  That is why we hope you will trust us to provide not only the tires themselves, but the important parts of mounting and balancing as well.  We are the A-Team…a team of auto mechanics at Able Auto Service located at 837 Osage Ave in Kansas City, KS.  Make an appointment for tire mounting and balancing by calling (913) 321-1030.     

Folks, It’s NOT an Appendix.

An appendix was put into our body for some unknown reason, and when it goes bad it has to be removed.  Do we really need an appendix?  Well, some might ask…does our car really need a muffler?  It IS necessary because the gas coming from the combustion in the pistons of the engine would generate an extremely loud noise if it were sent directly through the exhaust.

Dual exhausts have two mufflers and are normally used for high-performance cars.  One of the most obvious signs that your muffler needs to be looked at is that your vehicle is very loud while it is running. Should this occur, take your vehicle to a mechanic right away.  Eventually, it could damage other areas of your vehicle.

As to the subject of where to take it…why not trust the muffler repair and replacement professionals at Able Auto Service?  It’s just another reason why they are known as the Kansas City area’s A-Team.  They are a truly gifted group of professional auto mechanics located at 837 Osage Ave. in Kansas City KS.  Just give ‘em a call at (913) 321-1030.   

There's no place like Kansas!

There's no place like Kansas!

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Remember Last Summer?

It may seem like a distant memory right now, but the average high temperature in the Kansas City area, even in the month of May, is 75 degrees…and you know where it goes from there!  One of the most dangerous places for someone to be during a heat wave is inside of their car without A/C since temperatures can spike to dangerous levels.

What are some early warning signs that your vehicle’s a/c needs servicing?

1.  The condenser is blocked.  It could even be broken altogether.

2.  Somewhere along the line the refrigerant is leaking.

3.  There is an electrical issue which may be difficult to diagnose.

4.  The compressor has gone bad and the refrigerant can’t circulate.

Call the A-Team!  What’s that?  The A-Team is Kansas City’s answer to most every auto repair and maintenance problem.  They are officially Able Auto Service located at 837 Osage Ave. in Kansas City KS.  It may not seem like air conditioning season now, but it will soon.  Give Able Auto Service a call at (913) 321-1030.

Your Car Should NOT be a Bouncy Castle.

Have you ever seen a big ole’ car bouncing up and down the road?  Sometimes they may even make a right turn and it seems like they are going to actually topple over.  Is that you?  Those are two common signs that a shock or strut in your suspension system has gone bad.  Costly repairs may be just around the corner!

Here are some warning signs to watch for –

1.  Your ride quality has changed.

2.  Nose diving when you hit the brakes.

3.  “Body roll”…there is a leaning when you turn.

4.  When you hit the accelerator the momentum is transferred to the rear end.

5.  Look for any visible damage including dents and leaks.

When all is said and done The A-Team just wants to maintain your suspension system and keep you on the road without (hopefully) any major repairs.  The A-Team is the amazing group of mechanics at Able Auto Service located at 837 Osage Ave. in Kansas City KS.  Give them a call for any and all auto repairs at (913) 321-1030.

It’s Oil Change Time.

Springtime and a young person’s fancy lightly turns to thoughts of…an oil change!  Well, it is a bit of a stretch on the old metaphor.  It does, however, have merit.  If you make your car’s oil changes stick to a three-month oil change and check-up schedule it simply stands to reason that your ride will last longer and have greater trade-in value.

It may be time to fulfill one of those New Year’s Resolutions that you made a couple of months ago.  That is…taking better care of your car unless you plan on trading it in every year.  If you can’t seem to remember when you had your last oil change, but you are pretty sure it was not this year, then now is the time to get AND STAY on schedule.

We are here to help.  We are Able Auto Service.  The A-Team as we are known, has been here for all your auto maintenance needs in the Kansas City area for many years.  Able Auto Service is conveniently located at 837 Osage Ave. in Kansas City KS.  Call ahead for an appointment at your convenience at (913) 321-1030.

Everything You Need to Know About St. Patrick’s Day in KC

Everything You Need to Know About St. Patrick’s Day in KC

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"Leprechauns stroll alongside marching bands and elaborate floats in morning parades while in the afternoon, green beverages line bar tops at local watering holes throughout the city. Wherever you look there’s a party to be had, no matter the time of day or day of the week. It’s St. Patrick’s Day season in Kansas City: part celebration of the city’s rich Irish heritage, part full day of fun for many in the metro."