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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: Jul 31, 2023
Fox and Fox Frame Service Inc. Tech Question on Tire Wear
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Fox and Fox Frame Service Inc. 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?Fox and Fox Fram...
Published on: Mar 31, 2023
The Fallacy of Cheap Tires Sold in Fort Wayne
New tires are a big ticket item for most Fort Wayne drivers. You're not only concerned about the price, but you want to know that it'll be a long time before you need to buy new tires again.
And of c...
Published on: Dec 13, 2022
Simple Answers from Fox and Fox Frame Service Inc. for Fort Wayne: 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: Sep 21, 2022
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: Sep 14, 2022
Simple Answers from Fox and Fox Frame Service Inc. for Fort Wayne: 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: Aug 23, 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 23, 2020
Tire Replacement at Fox and Fox Frame Service Inc. in Fort Wayne
New tire choices can be overwhelming for Fort Wayne 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 driv...
Published on: Jan 09, 2020