Monday, January 31, 2011

WINNER! Monster Jam Tickets

Congratulations toEd Hand!He is the winner of a family four-pack of tickets to Monster Jam on Friday February 18th 7pm Read more about Monster Jam HERE, including how to purchase tickets. Congratulations Ed, and enjoy the sh...
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Friday, January 28, 2011

ENTER TO WIN Disney On Ice Let's Celebrate tickets!

Starting THIS Monday, January 31st, you can come to the shop to enter to win a family four-pack of tickets to see Disney On Ice Let's Celebrate, playing at the Energy Solutions Arena March 9th - 13th. Family four-pack passes will be good for Wed. March 9th 7pm, Thrs. March 10th 7pm, or Fri. March 11th 4pm showings. You will receive passes...
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FRIDAY TIDBIT: EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) Valve

EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) Valve The EGR Valve is an emissions devise. It recirculates exhaust gas back into the intake to take up space in the combustion chamber so the fire is not as hot. By doing that, it reduces the amount of nitrous oxides (or NOx) coming out of the exhaust pipe. NOx that is released into the atmosphere becomes...
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Thursday, January 27, 2011

EXTRA Monster Jam Entries!

If you are subscribed to the Gines Auto Service's blog, email contact@enjoyutah.org and you will get an extra entry after we have verified that you are indeed subscribed. This contest closes this week, so make sure you get as many entries as you can ...
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Wednesday, January 26, 2011

WHAT IS IT picture for 1/27/11

Below is the picture that will be posted on our Facebook page tomorrow, Thursday January 27th. The first person to correctly identify this vehicle part will receive $10 off their next service. Remember, do not start guessing until it's posted on our Facebook page tomorrow, and good luck! ...
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Friday, January 21, 2011

FRIDAY TIDBIT: ABS Wheel Speed Sensor

This is a wheel speed sensor, ABS wheel speed sensor, or anti lock brake wheel speed sensor It is an A/C electric generator that creates its own a/c voltage. It puts out ac pulses on a frequency that the ABS computer monitors. When you go faster it puts out a higher frequency and is translated to the speed of the wheel. When...
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Wednesday, January 19, 2011

WHAT IS IT?! picture for January 20th

Below is the picture that will be posted on our Facebook page tomorrow, Thursday January 13th. The first person to correctly identify this vehicle part will receive $10 off their next service. Remember, do not start guessing until it's posted on our Facebook page tomorrow, and good luc...
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Friday, January 14, 2011

FREE Women's Auto Care Workshops: "Knowledge Is Power"

FREE Women's Auto Care Workshops: "Knowledge Is Power" sponsored by ACDelco VIEW A VIDEO OF WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS AT THE END OF THIS POST! If you are interested in learning about upcoming FREE Women's Auto Care Workshops like this one, email michelle@ginesautoservice.com  and we will contact you when the next one is scheduled. You...
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FRIDAY TIDBIT: Air Filters

Air Filter Air filters are made of paper. They filter the air that goes into the combustion of the engine. The paper filter is where you should never cut prices to buy cheaper quality ones, but many do. It can be one of the most important elements of making an engine last a long time. Paper is porous, so the better quality filters have...
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Thursday, January 13, 2011

1910 Ford Model R

The Ford Model R was introduced in 1910, over a hundred years ago! It's amazing to think how much vehicles and many other things have changed in just 100 years! Here are some more statistics about 1910: The average life expectancy for men was 47 years. Fuel for this car was sold in drug stores only. Only 14 percent of the homes had a bathtub. Only...
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Wednesday, January 12, 2011

WHAT IS IT picture for 1/13/11

Below is the picture that will be posted on our Facebook page tomorrow, Thursday January 13th. The first person to correctly identify this vehicle part will receive $10 off their next service. Remember, do not start guessing until it's posted on our Facebook page tomorrow, and good luck...
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Sunday, January 9, 2011

Enter To Win Monster Jam Tickets!

 Gines Auto Service has been named by Enjoy Utah! as a hot spot for entering to win a family four pack of tickets to Monster Jam on Friday February 18th at 7:30pm! Stop by the shop and enter! 4261 W 5415 S Kearns, UT  84118 Visit Enjoy Utah! for more details about Monster Jam, and more ways to ent...
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Friday, January 7, 2011

FRIDAY TIDBIT: Transmissions

Transmission maintenance is important to help keep gears turning for a long time. Transmission Filter Automatic transmissions have become more sophisticated with additional gears and computerized electronic controls and are designed to work with the engine controls for best operation. Have the transmission inspected and serviced as recommended...
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Wednesday, January 5, 2011

WHAT IS IT picture for 1/6/11

Below is the picture that will be posted on our Facebook page tomorrow morning. The first person to correctly identify this vehicle part will receive a coupon for $10 off their next service at Gines Auto Service. Remember, do not start guessing until it's posted on our Facebook page tomorrow morning. Stay tuned on Friday for a tidbit of...
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Saturday, January 1, 2011

Happy New Year 2011!

Here's wishing youa happy and prosperous 2011! From all of us here at Gines Auto Servic...
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