Two things to check before driving in rainy weather

Can you believe it's already October? Now that we're full swing into the rainy season, it's time to check a couple simple things    to make sure your car's ready for the rainy weather. 

#1: Tires
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As the roads get wet, the traction on your tires becomes even more important.  You want to make sure you have at least 4/32" of tread on your tires, especially during the fall and winter months.  You know the old penny check?  Well, the top of Lincoln's head is about 3/32".  So, pull out a penny and take a peek at your tires, or stop by anytime and we can quickly check them for you for free.  Easy!​

​#2: Wiper Blades:

The fall is a great time to get a fresh set of wiper blades installed on your vehicle.  The heat of the summer can take its toll on the rubber in the blade, so now is a good time to test them out to make sure they're working well.

We have two different styles of wiper blades we sell here. Here's the skinny on both:

Standard Blade:
This style of wiper blade has multiple pressure points because it has several arms that attach to the blade.  This is the type of blade that's on most cars and works just fine for most people.  These blades typically run about $10 a piece.

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Beam-Style Blade:
These blades provide consistent pressure across the length of the blade because of the increased flexibility in the design of the blade.  These are higher-end and people tend to be very happy with them. These blades typically run about $20 a piece.

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We try to make wipers easy here at Juanita Firs.  Stop by anytime, and we can install them for you in just a couple of minutes. We measure your blades to make sure they fit just right, and we don't charge anything for the installation.  No appointment needed.