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The Dreaded Cracked Engine: What You Need to Know

What It Means When You Have a Cracked Engine—and What to Do Next

Easter is here! And here in Wichita there is plenty to do to celebrate; from egg hunts to Easter brunch. So, we don’t want to risk engine trouble – like a cracked engine – ruining our fun. A cracked engine is one of the most serious problems your car or truck can face. Although the phrase may sound like an exaggeration, it refers to a real structural break in your engine block—a vital part of your vehicle’s internal system. When this happens, the damage can stop your car from running altogether.

In this blog, the experts at Tracy’s Tire Pros explore what causes a cracked engine, what signs to look for, and what steps to take next to protect your vehicle and your wallet.

April 18, 2025 No Comments

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Spring Vehicle Maintenance: It’s the Perfect Time to Save

Why Spring Is the Perfect Time for Routine Maintenance in Wichita

As winter fades and the warmer weather of spring rolls into Wichita, your car or truck deserves a fresh start. Because, even a mild Kansas winter can take a toll on your vehicle’s performance, safety, and reliability. That’s why, for Wichita drivers, scheduling routine maintenance after the cold season isn’t just smart—it’s essential.

So, in this post, the experts at Tracy’s Tire Pros explore why spring maintenance is so important for your vehicle and how it helps prevent costly repairs down the road.

April 13, 2025 No Comments

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The Top Five Engine Issues and the Best Ways to Solve Them

Common Car Engine Problems and How to Handle Them

As we in Wichita officially start the holiday season, there are a lot we want to see and do; like the Kansas Global Holiday Market, or Illuminations at Botanica. But we can’t get to any of these events if our car engine has problems. Because, your car’s engine is its heart, and when it isn’t running smoothly, it can disrupt your entire holiday. And though these engine problems come in various forms, some are more common than others. So in this blog the experts at Tracy’s Tire Pros take a quick look at the most frequent engine issues and how you can best address them.

December 5, 2024 No Comments

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Your Car’s Essential Water Pump: Everything You Need to Know

Why Your Vehicle’s Water Pump is Essential and How to Tell if It Needs Repair

Even though the weather is cooling and the winds are dying down, our car’s and truck’s here in Wichita still need it’s water pump to keep it from overheating. Because a vehicle’s water pump plays a critical role in keeping the engine cool, acting as the heart of the cooling system. It continuously circulates coolant through the engine and radiator, regulating temperatures to prevent overheating. And when the water pump is working well, your engine stays at an optimal temperature. However, if the water pump starts to fail, it can lead to serious engine problems, costly repairs, or even engine failure.

In this blog the experts at Tracy’s Tire Pros in Wichita review why your vehicle’s water pump is essential and how to tell if it needs repair.

November 2, 2024 No Comments

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Your Car’s Antifreeze and Coolant: What’s the Difference?

Understanding the Difference Between Antifreeze and Coolant

We may be enjoying the pumpkin spice advantages of Fall here in Wichita, but as our area’s temperatures near the 80s, we are reminded of summer. So, as we pivot between the heat of summer the approaching freezing temperatures of winter, it’s a good time to review the differences between coolant and antifreeze. Because, when it comes to maintaining your vehicle’s engine, understanding the difference between antifreeze and coolant is crucial.

While these terms are often used interchangeably, they are not the same thing. And knowing what each does and why they are important can help you keep your vehicle running smoothly, especially during extreme weather conditions. So, in this blog, the expert at Tracy’s Tire Pros on West 21st Street in Wichita dive into what sets antifreeze and coolant apart, and why both play an essential role in your vehicle’s performance.

September 26, 2024 No Comments

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What You Need to Know if You’re Considering a Rebuilt Engine

The Advantage of Choosing a Rebuilt Engine When Your Vehicle Needs an Engine Replacement

Wichita is third most affordable place to live in U.S. And this gives us the ability to save against inflation when we can. But, when you come up against the fact that your vehicle needs an engine replacement, it can be overwhelming. And this means both in terms of cost and the disruption to your life. But, while buying a brand-new engine or even a new car may seem like the most logical solution, there’s another viable option that offers significant advantages: a rebuilt engine. Because, choosing a rebuilt engine can save you money. And, it can also provide performance benefits and environmental advantages that make it a smart, sustainable choice.

So, in this blog the experts at Tracy’s Tire Pros look at the advantages of choosing a rebuilt engine when your car or truck needs a replacement.

September 22, 2024 No Comments

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Timing is Everything: The Best Info on Your Timing Belt

The Role of Your Vehicle’s Timing Belt and How to Tell If It’s Failing

The timing belt is an important part in your vehicle’s engine. Because it ensures that the engine’s valves open and close at the correct times during the intake and exhaust strokes. And this synchronizes the rotation of the crankshaft and camshaft.

And just like Wichita residents can enjoy the beneficial timing of online giant Amazon’s same day delivery, so too is the beneficial timing of our vehicle’s timing belt critical for us. Because, the precise coordination of your crankshaft and camshaft provided by the timing belt allows your engine to run smoothly and efficiently. And without this properly functioning coordination, your engine could experience significant damage or even complete failure. So, in this blog the experts at Tracy’s Tire Pro in Downtown Wichita explain the role of your car’s timing belt and how to tell if it’s faltering.

August 19, 2024 No Comments

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Super Noisy Acceleration? What You Need to Know.

Loud Jet Plane Noise at Airshows? Cool! Loud Engine Noise from My Car? Not So Cool!

Wichita residents are lucky because we have our very own Wichita Air Show at McConnel AFB this August 24th through the 25th. And while we enjoy “Frontiers in Flight” – the sight, the sounds, the excitement – we don’t have the same enjoyment when our vehicle is makes the sounds of a fighter jet taking off every time we accelerate. Because, when your engine makes a loud noise during acceleration, it’s a sign that something might be wrong under the hood. And ignoring these noises can lead to more serious problems down the road. So, in this blog, the experts at Tracy’s Tire Pros review what might be causing you engine to rev loudly when you accelerate and what you should do about it.

August 16, 2024 No Comments