Suspension Service at Tuffy Rockford in Loves Park
May 29, 2022
During an inspection at Tuffy Rockford in Loves Park, your friendly and knowledgeable automotive service technician will check for worn, broken or missing parts. Here's a quick rundown of suspension system components: There are the springs which hold the weight of your vehicle. There are several... More
Lean Times (Shocks and Springs)
August 15, 2021
You may have noticed your vehicle going through lean times. By that, we mean it's literally leaning to one side. When you notice that, you should get it checked out at your service facility soon because you could have a serious problem. Many things can cause a vehicle to lean. You may have pro... More
Don't Be Shocked (Shock Absorbers)
April 4, 2021
If you've ever ridden down a rough road on your bicycle, you know how hard a ride it can be. Yet drive down the same road in your car, truck or SUV and it miraculously will smooth out the ride. That's because it is equipped with shock absorbers. They are built to dampen impacts from road irreg... More
Follow the Bouncing Vehicle (Bad Struts and Shocks)
February 28, 2021
If you hit a bump in the road and your vehicle just keeps bouncing up and down for a lot longer time than it used to, you may have bad struts and shocks. They're the things that help to keep your vehicle's wheels and tires planted to the road surface. But they don't last forever. With care and ... More
Suspension Service in Loves Park at Tuffy Rockford
October 3, 2020
When they hear the word suspension, many drivers in Loves Park may think back to those energetic days of grade school. Well, your vehicle's suspension is actually a good thing because it keeps your vehicle up off the road and helps provide a comfy ride around Loves Park. Its job is to keep your ... More
Shocks and Struts For Loves Park Bumps and Bounces
September 18, 2020
If you're like most of us in Loves Park , you want your car to handle well. That's the job of your suspension system. There are different types of suspension systems, but they all work on the same basic principles. First, there are the springs, which bear the weight of the car. The most co... More
Bouncy Bouncy ? Are My Shocks Bad?
March 8, 2020
When Loves Park drivers think about preventive maintenance, what usually comes to mind is oil, fluids and brakes. We don't generally think about our shocks or struts, but these auto parts keep our tires on the road.Loves Park drivers don't think about shocks as often as oil changes because shock... More
Check Your Shocks and Struts at Tuffy Rockford
March 17, 2019
Today we're talking to Loves Park drivers about shocks and struts. They're so easy for Illinois folks to forget about because they last so long and wear out so slowly. But your shocks are really responsible for keeping your tires on the road so they're very important.Without shocks, your wheel... More
Upgrade Shocks for Better Handling in Loves Park
May 13, 2018
Many Loves Park drivers probably don't think of their shock absorbers as an important safety system; but that's just what shocks and struts are. They're all about ride control keeping your vehicle tires in contact with the road and managing body motion.Every time you hit a bump or pothole on a ... More
When Do My Shocks Need to Be Replaced?
January 3, 2018
A good suspension system gives a vehicle a smooth, even ride while providing Loves Park drivers with good handling and control. But like any system on your vehicle, parts of the suspension system can wear out, leading to a lower ride quality and safety concerns. So it's a good idea for drivers i... More