U-joints are a small, simple component – in fact, they have changed much since the very first automobiles. However, on any vehicle with a driveshaft, its ability to move depends entirely on the u-joint being there. You’ll often hear “maybe it’s the u-joints” as a solution offered for problems with a vehicle – but what […]
Your vehicle's cooling system is one of the most important systems in your vehicle. Inside your engine, spark plugs ignite the fuel within the cylinders to produce small explosions that propel your vehicle down the road. With small explosions comes scorching temperatures that can destroy your engine if not controlled. There are two types of cooling […]
If you drive a lightweight car, truck, or SUV, the torque converter you have installed is probably just fine. For those of you with more heavy duty applications, like high horsepower setups or towing rigs, the stock converter may not be enough. At Camarillo Independent in Camarillo, CA, we can help with that.
There are multiple types of tires on the market for almost every car, truck, or SUV. Once you decide it's time to replace your tires, the choice can be overwhelming. The type of tire you want depends on a variety of factors, from climate to how you drive. At Camarillo Independent in Camarillo, CA, our […]
Turbochargers are intricate and precise components, but not all that complicated or difficult to understand. By knowing the parts of your car’s turbocharger and its functions, you’ll have a much better idea of how one works. Camarillo Independent in Camarillo, CA has exactly what you’re looking for.
Just because manual transmissions aren’t as common these days as they used to be, there are still many out there, and at Camarillo Independent in Camarillo, CA, our certified technicians know how to keep them running at their best.
Is your engine on the way out? If it’s already kicked the bucket, then case closed – however, there are a number of other indicators that your engine is about to go, even if it’s still running at the moment. From Camarillo Independent in Camarillo, CA, here are some signs of trouble that predict an […]
Don’t you hate it when potholes sneak up on you? There is a lot of money being spent on vehicle damage due to potholes. Do you know what parts of your car could receive the most damage.
Nothing works if your transmission doesn't work! Simply put you are going nowhere without it and it is the one thing that both car and truck drivers alike never think twice about until it really acts up or they have no power or simply don't move forward. Most of us have a newer car or […]
Once your engine is installed, you’ll want to keep it running right. Camarillo Independent in Camarillo, CA has you covered. Sometimes, engines just wear out – however, most of the time they meet an early demise as a result of improper maintenance. Keep your engine running like new by maintaining it the way your technician […]
