CUSTOMER QUESTION: Can't I Just Add Fluid To My A/C If It's Not Running Cold?

We love answering your questions! A recent question asked by one of our customers was this: "My air conditioner isn't running very cool. My friend said that a local auto parts store sells fluid that you can just add to your air conditioner and it will run cold again. Is this okay to do? It's definitely quite a bit cheaper than having the...

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WHAT IS IT?! Sneak Peek

Here is a sneak peek of the WHAT IS IT?! picture for tomorrow. Stay tuned on our Facebook page for complete details! The first person to correctly identify this vehicle part will receive $10 off their next service; but remember: do not start guessing until it's posted on Facebook tomorrow! ...

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Utah's New Fireworks Laws

Many of our customers have been wondering about Utah's NEW fireworks laws, so we tracked them down for you! Fire works...there's a new law for Utah. You may contact the Office of the State Fire Marshal at 801-284-6350. Complete information can be found HERE. Hello everybody, Fire Marshal Bob here. I want to take just a minute to inform...

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Utah's 4th of July Events 2011 and Road Trip Tips

Make sure your vehicle is ready if you are going on a road trip this holiday weekend! Make sure to check your tire pressure, check your oil, and make sure your windshield washer fluid is filled up. Here are a few articles that will help you prevent disasters on your road trip: Driving tips to keep your family safe What to keep in your vehicle Preparing...

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FRIDAY TIDBIT: Fuel Injector Unit

Fuel injection unit on a Chevy or GMC truck This "spider-looking vehicle part" isn't as creepy and scary as it looks! In fact, once you "get to know it", it can be "quite friendly"! This specific fuel injector unit goes in a chevrolet V8 engine. The little black tips are the fuel injectors. Chevrolet and GMC are the only ones that...

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WIN A Family Four-Pack Of Tickets To A Bee's Game!

The weather is getting warmer (slowly but surely!), and it's time for baseball season! Nothing says summer to me like sitting at the ballpark, watching a game, and eating a hot dog! CONTEST CLOSED! Congrats to Britt Hatch! Thanks to Stephen Nord with the Salt Lake Bees, Gines Auto Service is giving away a family four-pack of tickets to...

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WINNER! Salt Lake Bees Tickets!

Congratulations toBritt Hatch! She is the winner of a family four-pack of tickets to an upcoming Salt Lake Bees game! Britt said, "I love seeing America's sport, baseball, live!!!" She heard about this contest on our Facebook page. Congratulations Britt, and enjoy the game! To purchase tickets to an upcoming Salt Lake Bees game at...

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WHAT IS IT?! Picture Sneak Peek

Here is a sneak peek of the WHAT IS IT?! picture for tomorrow. Stay tuned on our Facebook page for complete details! The first person to correctly identify this vehicle part will receive $10 off their next service; but remember: do not start guessing until it's posted on Facebook tomorrow!...

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FRIDAY TIDBIT: How To Make Your Car Last 300,000 Miles

Yesterday for our WHAT IS IT?! picture, we posted an odometer from a 1993 Ford Ranger truck that has just turned over to 300,000 miles! The key to making your vehicle last is maintenance. You've heard us say it a million times, and that's because it really is true. Proper maintenance can eliminate up to 50% of repairs. How do you know which...

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WHAT IS IT Picture Sneak Peek

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HOW TO: Check Your Windshield Washer Fluid

 WHY do I need to check my windshield washer fluid? It's important to always make sure your windshield washer reservoir has fluid in it. If you get splashed with sticky dirt or mud, you need to be able to clean it off right away in order to see out your windshield. Checking and filling up your washer fluid reservoir is such a small, simple task that can prevent a lot of headaches and problems while driving! &nb...

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FRIDAY TIDBIT: AC Inverter for Hybrid Cars

Alternating Current Inverter for Hybrid Cars The AC inverter converters high voltage alternating current in the Hybrid systems to direct current high voltage to charge the high voltage battery and also converts high voltage direct current to alternating current to run the electric motor that powers the car. These systems have their own...

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WHAT IS IT picture for Thursday June 2nd

Here is the picture that will be posted on our Facebook page tomorrow, Thursday June 2nd. 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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