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The Little Valve that Could (PCV Valve Replacement)
It's easy to get letters like PVC and PCV mixed up. PVC is a plastic that's used in a lot of things, especially plumbing pipes. And PCV is a valve that helps your engine burn off excess fu...
Published on: Jul 02, 2023
Snake in the Engine (Serpentine Belt)
There's a belt that snakes through your engine. It's even named for a snake, the serpentine belt. It'll bite you when it breaks, possibly leaving you stranded. So, it's good to know ...
Published on: Nov 13, 2022
When Do My Shocks Need to Be Replaced?
A good suspension system gives a vehicle a smooth, even ride while providing Fairbanks drivers with good handling and control. But like any system on your vehicle, parts of the suspension system can...
Published on: Mar 20, 2022
Don't Miss a Beat (Importance of Regular Maintenance)
In many places, license plates have to be renewed every year or else you can't drive your vehicle legally. Usually, you'll get a reminder from the agency that issues the plates.
That kind of re...
Published on: Aug 15, 2021
All Lined Up: Wheel Alignment Service at Gabe's Truck & Auto Repair
When all of your vehicle's wheels are lined up exactly with each other, your wheels are in alignment. Hitting a road hazard or even just the normal bumps and bounces of everyday driving in Fair...
Published on: Jun 21, 2020
Fairbanks Safety Systems: Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Flats, blow outs, skids and longer stopping distances can all be the result of driving around Fairbanks on underinflated tires. Admittedly, it's hard to tell when a radial tire is und...
Published on: Apr 26, 2020
Suspension Service in Fairbanks at Gabe's Truck & Auto Repair
When they hear the word suspension, many drivers in Fairbanks may think back to those energetic days of grade school. Well, your vehicle's suspension is actually a good thing because it ke...
Published on: Apr 19, 2020
E-85 Fuel Safety Advice from Gabe's Truck & Auto Repair
Today at Gabe's Truck & Auto Repair we want to talk with you about a very important safety issue. This automotive safety warning is coming from a very unusual source: fire fighting expert...
Published on: Mar 15, 2020