Well Tempe it is finally here. The State Of Arizona first New Hunter Alignment System. Why you should care you ask? Well this system doesn’t need calibration so you will always have a straight ride the first time. Don’t think for a minute that any alignment computer system is equal. Code link is the steering angle sensor reset. After 2012 all vehicles in the U.S.A. will Have this technology. Give me 90 seconds and I will give you an computer generated print out of your steering and suspension system. If all you need is an adjustment American Five Star Car Care will have it ready for you in a jiffy. If parts are required then you can wait in our air conditioned waiting room with free coffee and clean bathrooms. You can even have lunch in our restaurant.

Wheel alignment  Auto Repair Tempe is important to the health of your car or truck. If you hit a massive pothole, you might bump your suspension out of the carefully calculated locations that the components have been set. All of the elements that make your car go straight are called “alignment.” Some shops try to make it seem like rocket science, but wheel alignment is a fairly straightforward affair. The inclusive term “wheel alignment” involves three main measurements — caster, camber, and toe. These measurements have standards that a technician uses as targets of adjustment. In other words, get as close as you can to the right measurement.The good news is that most modern cars only have adjustments for toe. Caster and camber went the way of the dodo thanks to the McPherson strut.  Auto Repair Tempe. So remember when you think wheel alignment Tempe,  think American Five Star Car Care Tempe.

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Have you ever just sat and thought, how much am I saving by not getting my vehicle serviced at American Five Star Car Care regularly? I can’t afford it this month or next and so on… This type of thought process is very dangerous to you, your family and everyone else on the road. Not to mention that your really costing yourself money. $$$$$$ thousands. Here at American Five Star Car Care Auto Repair Tempe  we always check your vehicle to make sure it is road worthy and safe for you and your family. Also we have two ways to finance your services so you can always be ready for the road.

Over the years folks have come to me with car problems that, though they were truly problems, did not need immediate attention. Auto Repair Tempe.   I know I always harp on getting the job done as soon as possible and having it done correctly by someone who knows what they are doing. However, sometimes it’s just not in the budget or it isn’t timely for a different reason.

Here’s a list of five repairs that can usually wait.

1. Oil Leaks Auto Repair Tempe  

Oil often leaks from your engine’s rear and front main oil pan seals, which necessitates an expensive engine-out repair. Oil can also leak from the timing cover seals, valve cover gaskets, and intake plenum, all of which necessitate some amount of engine disassembly and a resultant hefty repair bill. Auto Repair Tempe  

Engine oil leaks can lead to major damage if you ignore them and continue to drive the vehicle. But when faced with an oil leak that you simply cannot pay for, you can always try gingerly tightening up a compromised gasket by “snugging up” the mounting bolts. Sometimes the bolts have backed off by virtue of engine vibration, and by gently tightening the bolts you can stop the leak without replacing the gasket. Auto Repair Tempe  

You must be careful though — don’t over-tighten them because you may split the gasket and create a bigger problem. If tightening them still doesn’t stop the leak, then simply keep an eye on the oil level and fill as necessary until you are able to pay for the fix.

2. Engine Knocks Auto Repair Tempe  

This is an area that is subjective. If an automotive repair tech is sure that the knock is due to something like a wrist pin, piston slap, or main bearing, these are the kinds of knocking that can go a long time before repair. So if you’re financially strapped, go ahead and drive it. Just understand that if your budget is strained now, it will be even more so if and when the engine fails. Auto Repair Tempe  

If the knock is due to a rod bearing, then the engine will probably fail immediately and your decision will be made for you. When it comes to engine knocks, it’s all about proper diagnosis before driving. If you know what you’re dealing with, you can make an informed decision as to wait, fix, or junk. Auto Repair Tempe  

3. Body Repairs Auto Repair Tempe  

Body damage is another subjective area. If the damage causes a safety issue, then repair is necessary — even if it’s only a temporary fix.

Here’s a personal example: Years ago, I owned a ‘68 Dodge that was hit hard in a parking lot and the front fender was jammed so hard that the driver’s door would not open. However, I was able to drive it. I took it to a shop where I worked and I peeled the fender back from the door hinge with a wrecking bar so that the door would open and close. There was a lot of sharp metal jutting out from the body, but I was able to curl it back so that the exposed metal edges were smooth to the touch and I could drive the car safely. At the time, I didn’t have the money to repair the vehicle, nor was the car worth putting so much money into body repair. I drove the car in this condition for another five years until I could afford another vehicle.

4. Paint Jobs Auto Repair Tempe  

I get this question all the time: “Tom, I have a 2001 Ford Taurus with 200 thousand miles on it. The body is good but the paint has faded. I can’t afford a new car and I want it to look nice. Should I repaint it? The paint job will cost $3,500. What do you think?” Auto Repair Tempe  

I am usually tactful when I answer such questions so that I don’t insult the questioner, but I hope you can see the idiocy here. Why would you spend $3,500 on a car that’s worth about half that? You would be much better off putting that money into another vehicle with lower mileage.

Obviously the motivating factor here is pride. They want the vehicle to appear better to other drivers. To which I would say, be careful, pride has cost many people excessive amounts of money in this arena.

An old, wise car salesman once told me, “Logic rides on the horse of emotion.” In other words, if the sales person can get the customer’s emotion to line up with the purchase, then the customer will buy on the logic that he arrived at based on manipulated emotion. Lesson? Keep your emotions in check when making such decisions.

With respect to paint that has faded, there are actually many ways to restore the luster of your car exterior that don’t involve a visit to Earl Scheib, such as rubbing compound, a good wax job, and special exterior conditioners. All will work, some better and easier than others.

5. Torn Seats Auto Repair Tempe  

When seats get torn or faded, people often want to replace them. Don’t.

There are a few different options you can explore before busting the bank on new seats. First, look at seat covers. Before you balk, understand that seat covers have come a long way and today you can find seat covers for specific models that are tightly form fitting in an array of wonderful fabrics.

If the vehicle is worth it, you can even check into a vehicle re-upholsterer. Such shops can re-cover your vehicle’s seats so that they look like new. In addition, they can replace broken springs and repair worn-out stuffing and that’s a lot cheaper than replacing the seats.

Stop by today for your very own American Five Star Car Care One credit card. Remember an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Call American Five Star Car Care today. 480-966-8181

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Today’s vehicle are very electronically sophisticated. This is why the Tempe community is talking about American Five Star Auto Repair Tempe. American Five Star Auto repair Tempe is always current with technical and equiptment related issues. Tens of thousands of dollars in modern technology is what it takes these days to properly service and repair todays automobiles. Hundreds of hours of trainning is what is required to be able to use this equiptment. Here at American Five Star Auto Repair the attention to detail and making sure you, our most precious resource, is educated on the need for maintenance and how and when to do it. Don’t think for a minute that you can buy a new automobile drive and drive  and just do oil changes and thats all that needs to be done! No, there are many more systems that are in need of your attention. Flushes and adjustments and minor part replacements are needed. Spending some of your hard earned money in the earliy stages of vehicle ownership will save money later. Roughly 10 cents a mile you will save maintaining your vehicle verses driving just doing oil changes and waiting til brake downs to repair. That is 10 cent a mile is a saving of $7,000 to $10,000 over the course of ownership from new til 200,000 miles. Which is easy to acheive with proper maintenance. This is why the Tempe Community is talking about American Five Star Auto repair Tempe and why you should be concern.

Some things are better left unsaid. But the Truth about American Five Star Auto Repair is we are family. And when you become our customer you become our family. I will never leave you high and dry, up the creek with out a paddle, what I am trying to says is, I am here for you. If you spent money and something I did wasn’t to your satisfaction I Eric Ali President and C.E.O. of American Five Star Auto Repair will take care of it at no cost to you. We are family and communication is the key to a beautiful and lasting friendship.

This is my words I live By

When looking for a qualified shop for Clutch Replacement Tempe Call 480-966-8181. American Five Star Clutch Tempe has a 2 year 24,000 mile warranty standard on all work performed. So please give us a call we won’t disappoint. Since 1993 clutches have been our business.

When we work on a clutch, we inspect the other parts of the transmission for wear and any potential problems that may be lurking right around the corner.  We understand there’s no bigger inconvenience than a mechanical breakdown out on the road.  After our thorough inspection, we inform you of any irregularities and provide advice on any impending auto repairs.

It’s all part of our commitment to looking out for our customers here at American Five Star.  Call us today and see how we go the extra mile for you.

Friday Tire Special May 20th on theses sizes 305/40r22 toyo s/t 114v$154.15ea.   305/45r22toyoprxs/t118v $154.53ea.    35×12.50r18toyom/t e/10 $310.34ea.    35×12.5r20toyom/te/10 $312.13ea. Call Thrusday May 19th to secure yours @ American Five Star Tire Tempe. Also Buy 4 Tire recieve complementary Alignment. Call today 480-966-8181.  American Five Star Tire Tempe services all brands of tires.

When choosing an Auto repair Tempe you must ask “what is the value to the money i am about to spend?” At American Five Star Auto repair Tempe a 2 year 24,000 mile warranty is standard. Being shown your old parts standard. Doing a complete courtesy check so you understand your vehicles condition standard.  Don’t settle for just any shop. Choose American Five Star Auto Repair Tempe.. Let American Five Star Car Care be your choice for keeping your vehicle safe. From your 3,ooo mile service to a major engine overhaul to tires and alignments. We will always be the one to earn your business. From the start in1993 to present under the same family ownership. Locally owned And operated.

Looking for a great Mechanic Tempe? Look no further, You just found one. Since 1993 American Five Star Car Care has hired only the best Mechanic’s from Transmission repair and General Auto Repair in tempe there is only one. Wheel Alignments are done by hunter alignment equiptment. American Five Star stay current with all factory software from the manufacturer. All equiptment current with the latest software. We have 7,000sqf of shop w/10bays to services all make and models.

Eric Ali Owner and head Mechanic Lives and works in Tempe Since 1993  under the  same ownership. With 25plus years in the business Eric is an exceptional ASE MASTER MECHANIC w/ an L1 certification. Also is ATRA certified in Transmission rebuilding R&R and diagnostician.  ASE certified in customer service.

Dragan Toth has been a Mechanic in Tempe @ American Five Star since 1998 and holds ATRA certification in Transmission rebuilding R&R and diagnostician. Before falling into the glory of working at American Five Star. Dragan was a international Diesel Mechanic working on Russian 75mm tanks and was commissioned by Libya and Muammar Muhammad Abu Minyar al-Gaddafi til 1990. Dragon was commander for the Bosnian Army teaching Diesel Mechanic’s  until 1992 the Bosnian/serb War. In which Dragan and his family were refugee’s until coming to American 1997. Where he started employment with American Five Star .

Paul Magel has been a Mechanic since 1993 started with the family business. Then made his way to Arizona in 1997 where he on buses at AZ bus sales. Then in 2001 he became an manager for Just Brakes til 2004. Where opportunity brought him back to Az bus sales as an project manager til 2008. Where after the down fall of the ecconomy Aamco was his set back til 2011. Where can came to American Five Star. Paul holds certifications in ASE steering and suspension, brakes, engine repair Factory certified and trained in daignostic and repair on Braun wheelchair and ricon wheelchair lifts. Certified on Eldorado National, Turtletop, Supreme Corp, Bluebird, Chappion and Cutaway buses and chassies. Factory trained  Carrier & Thermo king a/c systems.

Jesse Venegas graduated from AAI in spring of 2011 with top honors where he started at Just Brakes til September of 2011 where can came to American five Star as an entry level mechanic.

So when your ready for vehicle service look no further call American Five Star 480-966-8181 for all your automotive needs

Since 1993 Eric Ali president of American Five Star Transmission Tempe has been rebuilding and overhaul Transmissions Tempe of all makes all models. From Fords to Saabs and everything in between American Five Star Transmission Tempe has been staying on top of all the changing technology. Make American Five Star Transmission Tempe your first choice for all your Tempe Transmission Repair needs.
What to look for if you are having transmission problems is first check transmission fluid levels, if low fill check operation and look underneath vehicle. If fluid not flowing out and you feel it’s safe to drive bring to American Five Star Transmission Tempe.
If your vehicle is not shifting at all stuck in one gear and check engine light is on there is a code in the on-board computer system which shuts down the power going to the transmission allowing only the one gear that no power is needed to operate. This could be a sensor or solenoid internal or external of the transmission. Retrieval of the code and proper diagnosis is required so tow to American Five Star transmission repair Tempe, to find out which part is need for proper operation.
Transmissions has been and will always be the passion of Eric Ali C.E.O of American Five Star transmission repair Tempe. Since 1988 Eric Ali has been in the industry. Alot of changes were seen through the years. Staying current is the secret of success for American Five Star transmission repair Tempe.