Brakes
Stopping quickly
in an emergency situation is critical to the safety of the
passengers. At the Brake and Alignment Service center we only
use high quality ceramic and semi metallic brake friction parts
which allows us to give you the best warranty in the industry.
Stop in today for a free inspection and evaluation of your
braking system. You’re even welcome to look at it with us.
- A high-pitched scraping or
squealing noise that goes away when you step on the
brake tells you that the brake pads could be worn.
- A grinding, metal-against-metal
sound when braking indicates that your brake pads or
shoes may be completely worn away, and you are now
damaging the rotors or drums.
- If your brake pedal feels soft
or mushy or gets harder and higher when you pump it, you
might need your brakes “bled” (which gets air
bubbles our of the brake lines), or you may have a leak
in the system.
- If the brake pedal slowly sinks
to the floor when you step on it (or intermittently),
you might be in need of a new brake master cylinder or
other hydraulic service.
- If your car pulls to one side
when braking, you might have insufficient hydraulic
pressure in one part of the brake system, or one brake
caliper might be sticking. Front-end problems can also
cause this symptom.
- Smoking brakes, usually
accompanied by a very bad smell, indicate a stuck brake
caliper or wheel cylinder, or weak return springs on
drum brakes.
Computerized
Alignment
Proper
alignment of your vehicles wheels plays a very important part of
maximizing the life of your tires. A properly aligned vehicle
creates less resistance while driving thus increasing fuel economy
and reducing unnecessary tire wear. Wheel alignment is often
confused with wheel balancing. The two really have nothing to do
with each other, except for the fact that they affect ride and
handling. If a wheel is out of balance, it will cause a vibration
that can be felt in the steering wheel and/or the seat. If the
alignment is out of adjustment, it can cause excessive tire wear
and steering and tracking problems. Pulling problems are not
always related to wheel alignment. Problems with tires (especially
unequal air pressure), brakes and power steering can also be
responsible. It is up to a good wheel alignment technician to
determine the cause.
You need an alignment or wheel balancing
when:
- Your vehicle pulls to right or left
when driving
- Your steering wheel is not straight
while driving on a level road
- There is vibration in the steering
wheel or through your seat
- Your tires are wearing unevenly or
squeal on turns
- Your steering feels unstable
Other recommended alignment occasions:
- Every 7,500 miles or 6 months
- After the first 2,000 miles in a new
car
- With new tires
- After a collision, accident, or
hitting a large pothole
- With new suspension or steering parts
- Following a transaxle repair on
front-wheel-drive cars
How can an alignment and wheel balancing
improve your vehicle’s performance?
- Improve driver safety
- Maintain straight steering wheel
- Proper return of the steering wheel
when coming out of a turn
- Increase fuel efficiency
- Maximize tire life
- Keep your car tracking straight
- Improve drive handling
- Improve suspension parts life
- Smooth ride
Computerized Wheel Alignment
- Restores your vehicle’s alignment to
as close to factory specifications as mechanically possible
(for most vehicle’s)
- Our alignment specialists completely
inspect steering and suspension systems, take computer
measurements and make necessary factory adjustments to restore
alignment specifications as allowed
RV & Trailer Service
Have
you ever seen a trailer or RV on the side of the road with the
wheel off? Glad it isn’t you? Well it won’t be you with a
visit Alignment
& Brakes Plus. We provide service on all types of electric and
hydraulic braking systems, bearing maintenance and replacement,
wiring and lighting repairs along with tires. We can service your
marine trailers without you having to offload the boat first. We
also offer electronic trailer braking modules and wiring. Don’t
let a trailer failure ruin a camping trip or family outing on the
lake.
Motor
Home Service & Medium Truck Service
At
Alignment
& Brakes Plus, we
can also service your motor home or medium duty trucks. We perform
brake service for all hydraulic and electric brake applications.
We also have alignment capabilities for these types of vehicles as
well. We’ll even change your oil while it’s here
.
Free
Shuttle
Need
a ride to work, school or home while we service your vehicle? You
got it! Let our shuttle vehicle take you to your destination
quickly and safely. When your vehicle is finished, we’ll come
back and get you as well. What will you owe us for this service?
Nothing, nada, zip, zilch. A simple thank you will be just fine.
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