Old Town Auto Service
210 5th St, Eureka, CA 95501 707.442.4556

Tires and Wheels

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Simple Answers from Old Town Auto Service in Eureka: Winter Tires

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:What is the benefit of winter tires?Old Town Auto Service Answer:This is a really good question. Most new vehicles in Eureka come with all-season tires that work pretty w...
Published on: Apr 26, 2023

Are You Going Nuts? (Lug Nut Replacement)

If your vehicle has a few years on it, you've no doubt had your tires rotated a few times. That means, of course, that a technician has loosened the lug nuts (which hold the wheels on) to remove the w...
Published on: May 15, 2022

Simple Answers from Old Town Auto Service for Eureka: Tire Tread Depth

Question How can I tell when my tires are worn so much that they need to be replaced? Answer That is a very important question.  As we discuss the matter, keep in mind that one of the most imp...
Published on: Feb 11, 2021

Nailed It! (Tire Repairs)

We've all been there.  You park somewhere only to return and find one of your tires is flat; you've picked up a nail on the road.  You're hoping you can just have it patched and be on your w...
Published on: Feb 01, 2021

Simple Answers from Old Town Auto Service for Eureka: Tire Rotation and Balancing

Question How do I know when I should get my tires rotated and balanced? Answer The interval for tire rotation could depend on a recommendation from either the tire manufacturer or the vehicle maker...
Published on: Nov 07, 2020

Tire Replacement at Old Town Auto Service in Eureka

New tire choices can be overwhelming for Eureka drivers. Suppose you have an SUV and are trying to decide between all season tires or some that are also rated for off-highway. How much do you drive of...
Published on: Apr 14, 2020

Tires By the Numbers (What Tire Numbers Mean)

You may have noticed your tires have a pretty long number on them.  Yours might start with a letter, then a 3-digit number, followed by a few more numbers and letters.  That string of letter...
Published on: Jan 19, 2020

Old Town Auto Service Tech Question on Tire Wear

{{ image('MzM0') }} Old Town Auto Service Tech Question:My name is Dan. My vehicle tires wore out early and I had to replace them. What can I do to make my tires last longer?Old Town Auto Service Ans...
Published on: Dec 11, 2019