Tips from a Tire Service Provider for Avoiding Serious Tire Problems
Flat tires are one of the most popular reasons for road trouble. You can ask any experienced driver, and they will all tell you that traveling anywhere without a spare tire is foolish. They wear out and can get damaged by a lot of things – stones, glass bits, debris, holes and uneven sections of the road, and much more. That’s why, you need to be prepared for any unpredictable situations. As a tire service provider, here is what I recommend you keep on board:
- The most essential thing you can have with you in such situations is a spare tire, obviously. If you get a flat one, this is the most reliable way to solve the problem. Of course, if the tire is losing air slowly, you can pump it up a little and take it to the nearest tire service. They will assess the damage and tell you if it can be fixed or it needs to be replaced.
- If you have a spare tire with you, then what you really need is a lug wrench and a car jack. These are the tools necessary for taking off and replacing a tire easily and efficiently. You need the car jack to hold the vehicle up while you’re removing the damaged tire. The lug wrench is necessary for unscrewing the lug nuts that hold the tire in place. Without it, you may be able to take the tire off, but you won’t be able to fasten the lug nuts on the spare tire and that could cause some problems. If you manage to fasten them properly, you should be safe.
- Lastly, if you have none of the above, then you should at least have the coordinates and contacts of a couple of good tire service providers and roadside assistance companies. If you don’t know any reliable companies that deal with tires, then just give GWT Diesel Services of Ozona, TX a call! We are available for appointments and emergencies at (325) 206-4207, so don’t hesitate to give us a call!