Fox's Garage LLC
1063 Pitkin Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81501 970.241.6347

Tires and Wheels

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Simple Answers from Fox's Garage LLC for Grand Junction: 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: Sep 11, 2023

The Heat is On (Hot Weather Vehicle Concerns)

When the weather gets hot, some of the components of your vehicle are pushed to the limit.  Here are a few things to watch out for as the mercury climbs higher: Your vehicle's air conditioning...
Published on: Aug 07, 2023

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: Jul 03, 2023

Selecting Tires

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:I need new tires. How do I know which tires to get?Fox's Garage LLC Answer:Let's look at selecting new tires in light of three factors: Function, Fit, and Value. Functio...
Published on: Jan 08, 2023

The Fallacy of Cheap Tires Sold in Grand Junction

New tires are a big ticket item for most Grand Junction 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 ...
Published on: Dec 23, 2022

Tire Rotation and Balancing

You can make your tires last longer with regular tire rotation and wheel balancing.  Let’s start with tire rotation.  In normal driving, your front tires wear more on the shoulders bec...
Published on: Jun 28, 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: Oct 10, 2021

Simple Answers from Fox's Garage LLC in Grand Junction: Winter Tires

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:What is the benefit of winter tires?Fox's Garage LLC Answer:This is a really good question. Most new vehicles in Grand Junction come with all-season tires that work prett...
Published on: Oct 08, 2021