U-joints are a small, simple component - in fact, they have changed much since the very first automobiles. However, on any vehicle with a driveshaft, its ability to move depends entirely on the u-joint being there. You’ll often hear “maybe it’s the u-joints” as a solution offered for problems with a vehicle - but what are they, what do they do, and how do you know if yours is bad? Nott's Automotive in Sarasota, FL has the answers.
Our Sarasota drivers have been experiencing issues with their transmissions and there are a few things that we here at Nott's Automotive feel are important to know so that you are more comfortable and confident if you are, indeed experiencing a transmission problem of any kind. First, if you drive a vehicle manufactured in the past few decades, there’s a good chance your transmission has a variety of sensors attached to it which monitors all kinds of things - fluid pressure, vehicle speed, temperature, air intake at the engine, and so on. The first thing to check is your Transmission Sensor, which is a much more affordable fix than replacing your transmission!
Whether you drive a Chevy, Dodge, or Ford diesel truck, there are a variety of options out there for a replacement engine. Depending on your truck's worth, it may depend on the type of engine and the amount of money you want to put into it. You can purchase a used, rebuilt, remanufactured, or even new diesel engine to replace your old. At Nott's Automotive in Sarasota, FL, we’re here to help you choose the right one.
So, you’ve determined your transmission is bad. What next? Nott's Automotive in Sarasota, FL is here to help.
There are a few things to consider when your transmission goes out. You might feel inclined to just get a new car...but should you? Here are some factors to think about.
What condition are your tires in? At Nott's Automotive in Sarasota, FL, we want to make sure you can tell. A simple visual inspection is all you need - it’s easy if you know what to look for.
Sometimes a bad wheel bearing is obvious, sometimes it’s difficult to diagnose. From Nott's Automotive in Sarasota, FL, here are some symptoms to watch out for, and what to do about a bad wheel bearing.
You have determined your Cummins, Duramax, or Powerstroke engine needs to be replaced. You might be on the fence about whether you should replace the engine in your diesel, or just get a new truck. At Nott's Automotive in Sarasota, FL, we’re here to help.
Exhaust issues are extremely common, no matter what type of car, truck, or SUV you drive. At Nott's Automotive in Sarasota, FL, we can get your exhaust back in shape in no time.
Exhaust issues tend to be neglected, and we get that; there are just other parts of your vehicle that you'd rather focus on. Besides a clogged catalytic converter, there isn’t much risk of damage from a bad exhaust system - it negatively affects your gas mileage, and the sound is annoying, but other than that, it’s an issue many people learn to live with.
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Sarasota, FL 34232
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