To Fix or Not To Fix: That Is the Question.

June 25, 2023

No matter what vehicle you drive, when certain things break, you have to make a decision. Should I get it fixed now, later or never? Air conditioning is one of those things. You can certainly live without air conditioning, but it sure is nice to have on a sweltering day. Let's say your air con... More

Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Tampa (Gunn Hwy): Making Your A/C System Last Longer

June 18, 2023

Tampa drivers know that if their air conditioning system isnt making cool air like it used to, there is a problem. It may be as simple as adding more of the right kind of refrigerant.Your A/C requires special compressor oil, which circulates through the system along with the refrigerant, to lubri... More

A Hot Mess (AC System-Compresser)

December 11, 2022

Air conditioning used to be a real luxury in a vehicle, but now it's standard in most. Your vehicle's air conditioning system is built to last a pretty long time, but like anything mechanical, sometimes it fails. It helps to know a little about how the A/C works. There's a compressor that press... More

Busted! Air Conditioning (Air Conditioning Maintenance)

April 10, 2022

Your vehicle's air conditioning is something you count on when the weather heats up. But there's bound to be a day when you turn it on and one of these things happens: Only warm air blows out Cold air starts blowing out but then it turns warm on its own It's not blowing air at all It blows smel... More

Tampa Air Conditioning Service

August 8, 2021

Working up a sweat is a great thing to do in a gym around Tampa, but not in your vehicle. When Tampa residents' vehicle AC Systems have a problem, they'll often feel it right away. The question is, how long do you put up with it? You know, the old comfort versus cost dilemma. But a more comfortab... More

Air Conditioning Maintenance at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Tampa (Gunn Hwy) in Tampa

June 6, 2021

Warm weather or cold, Tampa drivers still need to think about their vehicle's air conditioning. Most Tampa people don't service their air conditioning until after it fails. At Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Tampa (Gunn Hwy), we can advise you on your vehicle manufacturers preventive maintenanc... More

Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Tampa (Gunn Hwy): Air Conditioning Inspection

August 9, 2020

Most auto manufacturers recommend an interval for an air conditioning system inspection. The inspection uncovers leaks, worn hoses and assesses the condition of the other components.Environmental laws in some around Tampa require leaks to be repaired before refrigerant can be added. Also some par... More

Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Tampa (Gunn Hwy): Air Conditioning ? Common Problem

April 12, 2020

Your auto air conditioning system cools and conditions the air in your passenger compartment when you are driving around Tampa. It also removes moisture from the air to keep your windows from fogging up.A common A/C problem for Tampa drivers that visit Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Tampa (Gunn... More

A Cold Day in Tampa ? Air Conditioning Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Tampa (Gunn Hwy)

January 12, 2020

Most Tampa drivers worry about a breakdown or a tire blowout on a busy FL highway, but don't worry too much about failure of their air conditioning system. A breakdown on the side of the road can be a miserable and dangerous affair during Tampa rush hour, but so can a long ride in a hot vehicle.... More

Air Conditioning Service in Tampa

April 28, 2019

Hey Tampa! Let's talk about one of our FL summertime must-haves: your car A/C. It's real easy for Tampa drivers to take their car's air conditioner for granted. Just push the right buttons and out comes cool, dry, clean air. But your air conditioning system needs attention from time to time to he... More