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Happy New Year! Happy Car!

Happy New Year from all of us at Dave's Auto Service! As we step into 2024, it's not just a time for personal resolutions; it's also the perfect opportunity to make some commitments towards the health and longevity of your vehicle. Like any New Year resolution, keeping your car in top-notch condition requires dedication and regular check-ups. Let's dive into how you can turn...

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Season's Greetings from Dave's Auto Service!

As the festive lights twinkle and the scent of pine and cinnamon fills the air, we at Dave's Auto Service want to extend our
warmest holiday wishes to you and your family. Christmas is a time of joy, reflection, and togetherness, and we're grateful to be a part of your community during this magical season.Throughout the year, we've had the privilege of ensuring your vehicles...

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Winterizing Your Ride: Essential Tips to Prepare Your Automobile for Winter

Winter is coming, and with it comes the challenges of driving in cold, icy, and snowy conditions. It's crucial to ensure that your vehicle is prepared to handle these challenges to ensure your safety and the longevity of your car. Here's a brief guide on
winterizing your ride. Let’s be proactive, prepared and safe!1. Check Your BatteryThe battery is the heart of...

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Car Parts That Wear Out Faster Than You Think

Many car parts wear out over time, but some components tend to degrade faster than many vehicle owners might expect. Regular maintenance can prolong the lifespan of these parts, but it's important to know what to watch out for so you can preemptively address issues before they lead to more expensive repairs or, worse, dangerous situations. Here are several...

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What to Do in a Breakdown: Advice on what steps to take if a vehicle breaks down on the road

Breaking down on the road can be a stressful and potentially dangerous situation. Here are some steps to take if you find yourself in this predicament:Pull Over Safely: If your vehicle starts showing signs of trouble (like if the engine light is flashing or if there's a sudden change in its behavior), try to pull over to the side of the road as quickly and safely as possible. Look for a...

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Summer Sizzle: Is Your Car Ready to Take the Heat?

As the calendar rolls over into July, and the mercury levels in our thermometers start to resemble the results of an ambitious space program, there's no denying that summer is here in full force. With summer comes not only sun, sand, and surf, but also some serious considerations for your vehicle. Just as extreme cold in the winter can wreak havoc on your car, so can the blistering heat of...

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Are your tires in need of replacing?

Hi everyone, Maverick here. With bad winter weather just around the corner, I am inspecting my mommy’s #tires up close. Because if the tires don’t grip the road, she may not be able to drive to the store for my milk and gummy bears. And let’s not forget about daycare. I gotta see my peeps. ?? I would gladly come over and check the condition of the tires on your mommy’s...

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What is a Timing Belt and does it need to change?

When we tell a customer that their car engine has a Timing Belt , their response is what is a timing belt and why do I have to change it?What the timing belt is a rubber type toothed belt. And its job is to keep the moving parts inside the engine in sync, or as some mechanics call it, in time. Think of the engine essentially as 2 half's, an upper half and a...

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Subaru Maintenance, Service and Auto Repair in Boyertown and Gilbertsville, Pa.

Subaru Maintenance, Service and Auto Repair in Boyertown and Gilbertsville, Pa.
You can always find your number one and the best Subaru auto maintenance, repair and auto service in the Boyertown and Gilbertsville, Pa area when you take your vehicle to Dave’s Auto Service. With factory approved warranty maintenance and procedures, we are your local number...

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cooling system repairs and service in Gilbertsville and Boyertown, Pa.

A Older senior female customer brought her 1988 Buick Regal in for a coolant leak. Our mechanic Found coolant leaking pass a head bolt that had rotted off. Removed the heads and had to extract the broken Bolt from the block. With todays cars, It is very important to change the coolant and flush the sustem at or before 100,000 miles. When the coolant starts to break down and the PHA...

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