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Braking Good (Brake Drum Replacement)
Maybe your vehicle feels like Breaking Bad. In other words, when you brake, things are bad. You may find it takes you a longer distance to stop, you feel a vibration, or it’s pulsati...
Published on: Jan 26, 2025
Reaching the Braking Point (Brake hose replacement)
If you notice your brakes aren’t working like they used to, that’s the kind of thing that’s important to have checked out soon. That’s because your brakes are extraordina...
Published on: Jan 19, 2025
Stopping "Brake" Downs (Brake Pad Replacement)
If someone tells you to put the brakes on something, you know it means stop. And stopping is one of the most important safety maneuvers you can do in any vehicle. That means your brakes ha...
Published on: Nov 10, 2024
Bad Vibrations (Brake Rotor Replacement)
If you’ve ever stepped on your brake pedal and felt your vehicle vibrate, that’s a signal that you shouldn’t ignore. A pulsating brake pedal is a sign that something is wrong. ...
Published on: Sep 22, 2024
Do I Need Brake Service? (Brake Service)
Think of how many times you put your foot on your vehicle’s brake pedal every day. And think of how much you rely on your brakes to slow down and stop your momentum. When it comes to...
Published on: May 26, 2024
Simple Answers: Disc Brakes
Question
What are the signs that I need a brake job?
Answer
Signs of brake problems often fall into one of two categories: making noise or a pulsation in the brake pedal. Let's start with the...
Published on: Nov 28, 2022
Simple Answers from Duffy's Repair Service for Ashland: Power Brakes
Question
What is power brake service and why do I need to have it done?
Answer
Imagine: you pour a tablespoon of water in your hand and throw it as hard as you can. Now, suppose you suck up a...
Published on: Apr 22, 2021
ABS - Anti-Lock Brakes
There’s a common misconception that Anti-Lock Brakes help you stop faster. That is not always the case on loose gravel or snowy surfaces. Anti-Lock Brakes, in fact, are designed to h...
Published on: Feb 16, 2021