Tire Service
Tire Service at Stanley Ford Gilmer
Tires are one of the hardest working components of a vehicle. They go mile after mile and travel over asphalt, dirt, grass, and mud to get you where you need to go. Tires support the vehicle's weight, convey traction and braking forces to the road surface, absorb road shocks, and change and maintain the vehicle's direction of travel. The trained service technicians at Stanley Ford Gilmer will take care of all of your tire needs. Come on by if you're in the Gilmer, Tyler, or Longview areas, let our team assist you in finding any issues with your tires and getting them fixed up right away!
Proper Air Pressure
Your tire's air pressure regulation setting is normally found on the tire itself. If your tires are over or under-inflated, your gas mileage and driving maneuverability will suffer. All you need is a decent tire air pressure gauge to check your tire air pressure. You can use the pressure gauge to verify that each of your tires is inflated to the manufacturer's recommended PSI. Maintaining optimum tire pressure saves money on petrol and makes your vehicle safer and more comfortable to drive.Importance of Inspections
Damage and deterioration can be noticed during routine tire inspections, assisting in the maintenance of your tires. If you have your tires inspected, you'll know if they have cracks, scratches, bulges, cuts, snags, punctures, foreign objects, or other damage from normal use. Remove any stones, glass, foreign objects, nails, screws, or other things embedded in the tread to prevent additional damage. If left neglected, minor corrosion and debris can cause serious damage and eventual tire failure. Tires having considerable tread wear or sidewall failure should be evaluated and retired.Wear and Tear
Driving causes normal wear and tear on your vehicle's tires. However, you may find that certain areas of your tires, or even one or two of your tires, are wearing down more quickly than others. Uneven tire wear can be caused by under or overinflated tires, incorrect wheel alignment, cupping caused by faulty suspension components, or feathering caused by an incorrect toe setting. The angle at which the tires point in relation to the vehicle's centerline is known as the toe setting. Uneven tire wear can reduce tire life and cost you a lot of money in the long run.General Tread Info
Incorrect inflation pressure or out-of-spec alignment are the most typical causes of tread wear. Tires can wear out quickly or unevenly due to improper inflation. The tread depth of a tire is crucial to its performance. Water gathers on the road during wet weather. Tire tread is required for increased grip in these conditions. When the road is wet, your tires' grooves work to remove water from the tire's surface. It can be difficult to drain enough water out from beneath your tires if the tread isn't deep enough, increasing the risk of losing control of your car. When a vehicle is moving too fast or the tire treads are unable to channel enough water out from beneath the tire, hydroplaning can occur.What Size Tire Do I Need?
We carry a large inventory of brands and sizes to fit your needs. Our technicians will show you the available options for your vehicle. Chances are good that we have what you need in stock. However, we can quickly order any specialty tires or styles that aren’t in inventory. We will work with you on budget and brand to help you find something that works for you. Whether you’re looking for performance, speed or safety, we have the tire for you. We also feature tires that come with varying warranties. Get a basic tire with a warranty of 40,000 or 50,000 miles. You can upgrade to a longer-lasting tire with 80,000 miles or more.Caring for Your Tires
To help your tires last longer, you need to have them rotated on a regular basis. This will help the tread to wear evenly for better stability on the road. You may even need an alignment if you notice one part of the tire starting to wear more than the rest.Stop in and let us check the air pressure on your tires. Keeping tires inflated properly can also lengthen the life and prevent flats when you’re out on the road. When something does happen, bring in the tire and we can fix the leak.
If you think your tires may need servicing, contact our service department or schedule an appointment today and let one of our service professionals get your tires checked out today.