Tire Service
Tire Service at Stanley Ford McGregor
Tires are necessary for smooth travel, but they also enhance the look and performance of your Ford vehicle. You can come in and visit the team at Stanley Ford McGregor to pick out your next set of tires that fit the way you drive and your budget. Tires bear the vehicle's weight, transmit traction and braking forces to the road surface, absorb road shocks, and change and maintain the vehicle's travel direction. All of your tire needs will be met by the professional service technicians at Stanley Ford McGregor. If you're in the McGregor, Killeen, or Waco areas, stop by and let our professionals help you identify any problems with your tires and get them replaced right away!
General Tread Information
The most common causes of tread wear are incorrect inflation pressure or out-of-spec alignment. Improper inflation can cause tires to wear out rapidly or unevenly. A tire's tread depth is critical to its performance. During wet weather, water collects on the road. In these situations, tire tread is essential for greater traction. Your tires' grooves function to remove water from the tire's surface when the road is moist. If the tread on your tires isn't deep enough, it can be difficult to drain enough water from beneath them, increasing the risk of losing control of your vehicle. Hydroplaning occurs when a vehicle is traveling too rapidly or when the tire treads are unable to channel enough water out from beneath the tire.Importance of Inspections
During routine tire inspections, damage and deterioration can be detected, assisting in the tire's upkeep. You'll know whether your tires have cracks, scrapes, bulges, cuts, snags, punctures, foreign objects, or other damage from regular use if you have them inspected. To avoid further damage, remove any embedded stones, glass, foreign items, nails, screws, or other objects. Minor rust and debris, if ignored, can lead to major damage and tire failure. Tires with significant tread wear or sidewall failure should be inspected and replaced.Maintaining Proper Air Pressure
The air pressure regulation setting on your tire is usually found on the tire. Gas mileage and driving maneuverability can decrease if your tires are under or over-inflated. To check the air pressure in your tires, all you need is a good tire air pressure gauge. The pressure gauge can be used to ensure that each of your tires is inflated to the manufacturer's recommended PSI. Maintaining proper tire pressure saves money on gas and makes driving your car safer and more comfortable.Wear and Tear
The tires on your vehicle experience regular wear and tear as a result of driving. However, you may notice that some portions of your tires, or even one or two of them, are wearing down faster than others. Under or overinflated tires, poor wheel alignment, cupping caused by faulty suspension components, or feathering caused by an inappropriate toe setting can all result in uneven tire wear. The toe setting is the angle at which the tires point in reference to the vehicle's centerline. Tire wear that is uneven can shorten tire life and cost you a lot of money over time.
Stanley Ford McGregor features a vast inventory of tires from the major brands and in many varying sizes. You’ll find performance tires and those made to go off-road. All-season tires are designed to take you from the summer’s heat to the winter’s chill. The team will show you the available options for your vehicle and help you find something in your price range.
Take Care of Your Tires
Tires come with various warranties. You may end up with a 40,000-mile tire or one that will last for twice that long. To extend the life of your tires, there are two things you should do. First, make sure they are properly inflated. You can stop by Stanley Ford McGregor to have the technicians check the air pressure. If it’s low or has a leak, we can fix it and get it back to the correct pressure.
The second thing to do to keep your tires in good shape is to have them rotated. When they get rotated frequently, it helps them to wear more evenly. This not only looks better on the tire; it allows it to have better contact with the road. The technicians can also tell you if you need a wheel alignment, which can prevent your tire from wearing too quickly or in an uneven pattern.
Think your vehicle’s tires may be in need of service? Contact our service department or schedule an appointment today and let our service professionals get you safely back on the road.