SUSPENSION REPAIR

SUSPENSION REPAIR IN SAN ANGELO, TEXAS

We are available to check your vehicle’s suspension system as well. Not only do these components help maintain the longevity of your vehicle’s life, but they also increase your safety and the safety of your passengers while on the road.

The key to maintaining your vehicle's handling involves steering repair and maintenance, like replacing worn or bad shocks and struts. These components work together to help keep your car or truck handling securely and do more than just provide a comfortable and enjoyable ride. A properly maintained steering wheel and steering system will keep you in control of your vehicle. In addition to, we replace suspension components like ball joints, tie rods, and power steering components such as rack and pinion and gear box.

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SIGNS YOUR VEHICLE NEEDS A SUSPENSION REPAIR

Your vehicle’s suspension includes the shock absorbers, struts, coil springs and linkage. They function to keep your tires in contact with the road for better traction and to support your vehicle's weight. This promotes endurance and support while steering. Some of the most common symptoms related to issues pertaining to a vehicle’s suspension include the following:

Pulling/Drifting: If you are experiencing a pull or drift when you go to make your turns, this could be an indication that your suspension is worn out. When this happens, the shocks have stopped working to keep the vehicle stabilized against centrifugal forces.
Vehicle No Longer Rides Smoothly: Over time, you may notice that your car no longer drives as smoothly as it once did and suddenly you start to feel even the smallest of bumps you ride over. This can generally be attributed to worn suspension components.
Tires Balding Unevenly: When tire treads start to bald in some areas faster than others, this could be the result of the suspension not providing an even amount of support to each side of the tires. This in turn will affect how your car handles and how much control you actually have over it.
Vehicle Dips When Braking: If your vehicle starts to stumble forward and then down as you go to brake quickly/forcibly, then your suspension will need to be inspected. This can become dangerous to you and affect the rate at which you stop in fast instances when braking abruptly may be necessary.

STRUT REPAIR

Are Your Struts Reliable?

The strut system on a vehicle is connected to the front of the wheels and serves three important functions:

Elimination and absorption of shock produced as a vehicle moves down a road
Enables a vehicle to handle the movement of turns
Absorbs the stress a vehicle produces when it goes over potholes or bumps

Have Your Struts Tested For Wear & Accuracy

If you suspect that your strut system isn’t working properly, bring your vehicle in to have it tested by one of our mechanics as soon as you can. Some warning signs that may mean something is up with your struts can include, but are not limited to:

Your vehicle bounces when you drive
Hydraulic fluid is leaking from your vehicle
The front of your vehicle dips down when you drive

When the struts are not working properly, it’s a safety hazard that must be addressed. You may think that you can handle driving with your faulty struts, but it’s important that you keep in mind that the weather isn’t always ideal. When you are trying to drive in excessive rain showers or high wind warnings, staying in your lane and driving cautiously will become more challenging than it already is. Don’t risk your safety or that of your passengers.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN A CHECKUP?

Our team will perform an inspection of all system components, including checking and top-off of power steering fluid as well as ball joint lubrication.

Caddo Street Wheel Alignment & Brake Shop, Inc uses Monroe and KYB, the best shocks and struts around. Replacing worn out shocks and struts will reduce wheel bounce and help provide a smooth ride. Whether you have a car, truck or even a tractor, it is also essential to help provide consistent control over your vehicle. Our full range of products accommodates almost every vehicle application and driving situation.