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Leaving Houghton MI? Learn More about Road Trip Maintenance
Summer is here, and drivers all across MI are ready to jump in the car for summer road trips. But before your big trip, remember that long-distance travel is demanding for a vehicle; Auto Value of Houghton / Calumet recommends that you perform a vehicle inspection before heading out.
According to AAA statistics, 8.7 million drivers will be left stranded on the roadside of summer 2011. Some of the most common road trip vehicle problems include spare tires, batteries and washer fluid. Checking all five tires for pressure and tread, properly cleaning battery corrosion and changing windshield wipers and washer fluid are all good ideas. Standard maintenance such as an oil change and an air filter replacement are also important. The repair professionals at Auto Value of Houghton / Calumet find and fix these problems on a daily basis, and you can be IN and OUT of our shop in no time!
We're fully equipped to perform your pre-road trip inspection and tune-up, offering Counter Services - Auto Advice
- Help Finding Parts
- Locate Hard-to-Find Parts
- Manufacturer Information
- Overnight Shipping
- Parts Identification and Cross References
- Price Check
- Repair & Replacement services available straight from the factory
- Specialty Tools and Equipment
- Special orders available on all parts and tools if not in stock
- Vehicle and Component Specifications
- Windshield Wiper Replacement
Machine Shop - Battery Recycling
- Battery Testing
- Brake Drum / Rotor Resurfacing
- Hydraulic Hoses
Paint / Refurbishing - Booth Filters and Supplies
- Color Matching
- Custom Color
- Custom Mixing
- Fiberglass Evercoat Products
- Paint Mixing at Store
- Spray Guns and Equipment
Out of Shop Services
Out of shop services include the following:
- Turn HD Drums, Rotors and Flywheels
- Reline all types of Brake Shoes and Brake Bands
- Custom Bend U-bolts
Out of shop services may take up to seven working days. Please check with our counter staff for more information.
Come by and see us at 700 W. Sharon Ave Houghton, MI 49931 or call 906-482-3180 before your next road trip!
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