Piston without connecting rod

Here at Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID when your vehicle has a problem we know you want answers, and when it comes to information on pistons or engine building, most of our drivers know little about it.  However, there’s some practical information regarding modern engine design that helps you better care for your vehicle, and keep it going strong. Here are some important aspects of modern piston design, and what it means for you that we felt might come in handy.

coolant cap

Coolant flushes are an important maintenance procedure, necessary for keeping your truck reliably on the road. At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, we know that coolant flushes are a key aspect of preventative maintenance that goes a long way.

interior of a car

Keeping the interior of your car, truck, or SUV clean and in good shape is an important part of making your vehicle last. Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls has some tips on keeping your car clean inside, and why keeping it clean matters.

vehicle on the road

Judging by the number of near-rear-endings we witness on our morning commutes, the typical attitude toward brake maintenance appears to be, “Brakes: Don’t let them stop you!” This puzzles us because monitoring your braking system’s health is one of the most straightforward aspects of car ownership. You do have to know what to look for, though, or rather, what to listen and feel for. So let us, uh, break it down for you. Here are the top three signs that your brakes need fixing.

fleet of semi trucks

While diesel trucks are some of the best vehicles on the road today, sometimes maintaining a fleet of them can become overwhelming. Let Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls put your mind at ease, with our fleet maintenance programs for diesel fleet vehicles.

injectors

Your injectors are the mechanism that delivers fuel into the cylinders of your diesel engine. As such, they’re clearly important. At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID, we will diagnose, maintain, and repair any injector issues you may be experiencing with your commercial or fleet trucks, in a timely and professional manner.

Car Lifted

At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, we know that the first and most important step toward keeping your car, truck, or SUV reliably on the road, is knowing how to properly care for it. Here are a few tips on how to keep your vehicle in shape.

fluid being poured from a container

In life, you learn that more expensive doesn’t always mean better. When it comes to transmission fluid, does it matter? Are name brand fluids better than the cheapest option? Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID has the answers.

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Blue Lakes Auto Repair

490 Washington St S
Twin Falls, ID 83301
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