New Tires and Tire Repair at Big Q in Santa Monica

Posted on February 22, 2011 by Auto Service and Repair Center

New Tires and Tire Repair at Big Q Tires & More in Santa Monica. Come on into our new state of the art location at the corner of Lincoln Blvd and Hill St one block south of Ocean Park Blvd in Santa Monica. Come on into Big Q Tires today to find your One Stop Car Service and Tire Service in Santa Monica. Check out our new car service, oil change, wheel alignment and tire coupons.

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Happy Holidays and have a Happy New Year from Big Q

Posted on December 25, 2010 by Auto Service and Repair Center

Happy Holidays and have a Happy New Year from Big Q Lube.

Drive safely.

Fasten your seat belts.

Look both ways and behind you, in front of you and around you.

Enjoy the holidays safely.

– Best Regards,

The Team at Big Q Tires & More

Your One Stop Car Service in Santa Monica

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Check Engine Light Repair in Santa Monica

Posted on December 21, 2010 by Auto Service and Repair Center

Oh no!!! What’s that orange Check Engine Light on the dash mean? Cars and trucks new and old are made up of all sorts of complex little parts, and sensors. When your check engine light comes on chances are that something somewhere is amiss. Here at Big Q we have all the tools necessary to check your vehicle. Most of the time the part that has failed or is in the process of failing will send a signal to the computer. The car by default will turn the check engine light on alerting you that you need a check up. Usually there not safety related errors, but could be robbing you at the pumps or even of your vehicles life span. Get your Check Engine Light diagnosed and repaired at Big Q Tires & More.

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Driving Safely in the Rain with Safe Tires and Windshield Wipers

Posted on December 20, 2010 by Auto Service and Repair Center

Driving safely in the rain in Santa Monica and Los Angeles with safe tires and windshield wipers is the subject of this Big Q entry. It is important when driving in the rain to be as safe and prepared as possible. Having a good set of windshield wipers is essential to staying safe on the road. On the freeway reaction time is key to avoiding accidents. New and effective windshield wipers will enable you to see well in the rain allowing you to react faster to avoid accidents. New, safe and functional tires and windshield wipers are key elements to safely navigating the streets Santa Monica and Los Angeles during and after the rain. Go to Big Q for your safe driving needs, including new windshield wipers, great new tires, brakes jobs, oil changes, engine tune-ups and more. Rain or shine, we at Big Q Tires & More are your One Stop Car Service in Santa Monica.

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Wheel Alignment and Tire Balancing in Santa Monica

Posted on December 11, 2010 by Big Q Tires Service Line Manager

Wheel alignment and tire balancing: What is wheel alignment and tire balancing and how is it important? For starters it is extremely important to have balanced tires because it prevents your tires from wearing out too fast. As all four tires rotate they will develop a certain wheel wear patten. For most car tires this is a outside pointing in pattern of wear. Now if left un treated the tire will wear at an alarmingly fast rate, and you can loose 1,000 of miles of your tires lifespan. We recommend that you get an alignment anytime you get new tires on your vehicle. Big Q Tires & More has the proper equipment to perform professional wheel alignments, including four wheel independent suspensions found on most newer cars and SUV’s.

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Driving Safely in the Rain and Snow with Safe Tires

Posted on December 10, 2010 by Auto Service and Repair Center

Driving safely in the rain and snow can be a bit tricky for those who are new too it. It is best to have a soft compound snow tire or all season radial tire for driving in the rain. Driving in snow with regular tires is not recommended, the tread will fill up with pack snow and the result will feel and react as if you had no tread at all. Snow tires are designed with a softer rubber compound allowing the cars weight to flex the rubber tread just enough for the pack snow to be squeezed out and allow you too keep driving safely. You might wonder how this applies to California weather? Rain and wet oily streets, highways and roads can lead to dangerous driving conditions and can result in lower traction, just as driving on snow and icy streets and highways. Tires by nature are very efficient water pumps. The tread is designed to squeeze and channel the water away from the center contact contact point of the tire.  The result of having efficient tires on your car mean you will be better equipped for adverse terrain. Come on into Big Q Tires & More to have your tires inspected to ensure they are safe for driving in the rain and/or snow. Big Q sells new tires, performs wheel alignment and balancing and we also patch damaged tires and remove nails from tires. Visit Big Q Lube today.

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Power Steering and Suspension Service in Santa Monica

Posted on September 8, 2010 by Auto Service and Repair Center

Automobile power steering and suspension systems are key components for car safety and performance. The power steering and suspension system perform a major role in how your car handles the road and how smoothly your automobile drives and turns. You should have your cars power steering and suspension systems checked regularly and at least once a year. Power steering and suspension service and repair generally also includes a wheel alignment and wheel balancing. The power steering and suspension system maintains the relationship between the wheels and the automobile’s frame. The suspension system interacts with the steering system to provide optimal vehicle control. A properly functioning suspension system helps absorb the energy from road irregularities such as potholes and bumps and helps to maintain vehicle stability. The power steering system transmits your input from the steering wheel to the steering gear and other steering components to control the car’s direction accurately, smoothly and safely. Over time, the power steering and suspension system components wear out and require replacement. Regular checks are critical to maintain the safe function of your vehicle. Big Q Lube performs high quality power steering and suspension service and repairs in Santa Monica.

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Fuel Injector Service in Santa Monica

Posted on August 13, 2010 by Auto Service and Repair Center

Fuel injector service and cleaning is important to maximize the performance of your automobile. A dirty fuel injector system can cause weak acceleration, low power output, decreased fuel economy, rough idling and an unbalanced air and fuel mixture. Dirty fuel injectors can also lead to higher levels of carbon monoxide emissions, thereby damaging the environment and detracting from your car’s ability to pass a smog check. Fuel injector openings are quite small, being less than the size of a pinhole and it only takes an 8% to 10% blockage to cause your car’s engine to misfire. Check your vehicle owner’s manual for the schedule guidelines for Fuel injector cleaning. Big Q Lube recommends that you have your fuel injector service performed at least every 25,000. In this economy you need all the gas mileage you can get, as well as helping to decrease vehicle emissions and help the environment. Big Q Lube is conveniently located in Santa Monica and we have state of the art equipment to service and repair your fuel injector system.

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Engine Tuneup in Santa Monica

Posted on August 12, 2010 by Auto Service and Repair Center

A comprehensive and scheduled engine tuneup should be performed to keep your car’s engine and powertrain working at optimal levels. Performing a routine engine tuneup enables your vehicle to perform at an optimal level. Properly tuned engines deliver higher power, use less fuel and produce fewer emissions. A routine engine tuneup will help to recondition your car to a more optimal state and aid the overall effectiveness of the engine and the emission system. General engine components that are inspected, repaired, serviced or replaced in a tuneup include the spark plugs, the ignition system, emissions system, fuel and air filters, adjustments to the ignition timing and idle speeds and to perform diagnostics and repairs to the onboard computer system. Get your vehicle’s engine tuneup in Santa Monica at Big Q Lube.

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Air Conditioning Service in Santa Monica

Posted on July 19, 2010 by Auto Service and Repair Center

Summer is here and so too is the heat. Make sure your Air Conditioning System is up and running in proper condition to ensure the highest level of interior comfort for you, you’re family and other passengers. The Air Conditioning System, commonly referred to as the AC, is also connected to your car’s Heating and Ventilation System and together the conglomerate group is referred to by the following acronym, HVAC, which stands for Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning System. The HVAC not only provides interior comfort in hot and cold driving conditions, but it also provides crucial safety features, such as supporting the proper operation of your car’s defroster.  Typically, your Air Conditioning system should be inspected for service or repair once a year. A qualified AC Technician checks refrigerant pressures to test proper function and operation, along with inspecting the refrigerant charge and outlet temperatures. If the AC System is found to be running on low levels of refrigerant a leak test will be performed to discern the location of the leak and will provide corrective measures if and when appropriate. The AC Technician may add refrigerant to “top off” the AC System. Some AC Systems cannot be “topped off” because of various reasons, including the Air Conditioning refrigerant being contaminated. A thorough check of the HVAC System also includes checking the compressor’s drive belt and tension. Big Q Lube Auto Service and Repair Center provides thorough Air Conditioning System inspections, service and repair.

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