Truck & SUV Maintenance Services & Repair

Your car or light truck’s air filter is critical in keeping unwanted, engine damaging dirt and debris out of your engine. What you may not know, is that a dirty, plugged air filter can cause big problems with power and fuel efficiency. Your air filter should be checked at least every 12 months or 12,000 miles (19,000 kilometers). At Kingpin Autosports, we check it at every oil change and recommend it when replacement is necessary.

Kingpin Autosports proudly serves the Air Filter needs of customers in Gonzalez, Louisiana

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A vehicle alignment brings the car's suspension into the proper vehicle manufacturer's specification by adjusting components so that the wheels are aligned with each other and the road surface. A proper alignment squares the car's wheels and axles with each other so that they are moving in the same direction. Each vehicle's manufacturer designates standard angles for the alignment, specified in degrees which provide improved handling and performances as well as maximizing tire tread life. Kingpin Autosports offers state of the art alignment equipment.

Kingpin Autosports proudly serves the Wheel Alignment needs of customers in Gonzalez, Louisiana

Areas Served : Gonzalez, Louisiana and surrounding areas

Many of today’s cars and light trucks employ the use of all wheel drive or four wheel drive. While each manufacturer may have a different system for providing power to all four wheels, they all use some sort of differential or transfer case to get the power from front to rear and left to right. Some common symptoms of four wheel drive failure include: illuminated dash indicators, failure to lock the front and rear together, shaking and vibration or ominous sounding noises when engaged. If you think you have a problem with your four wheel or all wheel drive system, trust the experts at Kingpin Autosports to quickly and accurately diagnose and repair the problem.

Kingpin Autosports proudly serves the Four Wheel Drive needs of customers in Gonzalez, Louisiana

Areas Served : Gonzalez, Louisiana and surrounding areas

Lifting your truck, sport utility vehicle, jeep, etc. a few inches can really help in certain situations like off-road trails and can add a unique and appealing look to your vehicle. Giving your truck a small lift can help improve performance and power. Lifting your vehicle will allow you more flexibility in what you do with your vehicle. Not only can you drive on the highway like every other vehicle, a lift kit can help your vehicle perform better when driving through mud, sand and water. A suspension lift kit can raise the clearance allowing for steeper ascent or descent off road. Lift kits also allow for larger tire fitments. Come see the lift kit experts at Kingpin Autosports today!

Kingpin Autosports proudly serves the Lift Kits needs of customers in Gonzalez, Louisiana

Areas Served : Gonzalez, Louisiana and surrounding areas

Your exhaust system takes the used up fuel and air charge from your engine, cleans it of its hazardous pollutants, and silences it before pushing it out the back of the vehicle. Common components of the exhaust system are the exhaust manifolds, catalytic converters, flexible sections, center pipes, exhaust resonators and mufflers. These items work in harmony to reduce noise and vibration, remove heat, and eliminate harmful emissions from the engine. If your vehicle is loud, lacks power, or has an emissions light indicating a catalytic converter problem, your exhaust system is likely the problem. The experts at Kingpin Autosports can quickly identify and resolve the problem in a timely, cost efficient manner.

Kingpin Autosports proudly serves the Muffler and Exhaust needs of customers in Gonzalez, Louisiana

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Many parts on your vehicle (including fluids, spark plugs, brake pads and rotors) have a limited service life and need to be serviced at pre-determined intervals. Regular preventive maintenance is likely the single most important thing you can do to keep your car running safely and efficiently. Routine services like oil changes, tire pressure checks, and scheduled inspections are a great way to keep your car running properly and catch problems before they become serious. Check your owner’s manual for detailed information on how often to inspect or replace things such as oil and filter, transmission fluid, brake fluid, coolant, power steering fluid, fuel, air and cabin filters, drive or timing belts, and more. At Kingpin Autosports, we have the tools and expertise to properly service your vehicle on a regular basis.

Kingpin Autosports proudly serves the Preventive Maintenance needs of customers in Gonzalez, Louisiana

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Your vehicle’s steering and suspension are designed to create maximum traction between your tires and the road. This provides steering stability, proper handling, and good comfort. These components are ground zero at connecting your vehicle to the harsh roads and are thus prone to wearing out or even breaking, possibly leaving you stranded. Steering and suspension systems are key safety components and should be inspected annually or if you are experiencing problems such as uneven tire wear, excessive noise vibration or bouncing, loss of contact with the road, or have symptoms of the vehicle not wanting to track straight down the road. If you need your suspension checked, let the qualified technicians at Kingpin Autosports quickly identify any problems you may have.

Kingpin Autosports proudly serves the Steering and Suspension needs of customers in Gonzalez, Louisiana

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When your car rolls down the road, it is imperative that your tires be in proper balance. Out of balance tires will wear quicker and possibly cause symptoms such as vibration or a shaking sensation in the seat or steering wheel. These symptoms may become more or less obvious as the speed of the vehicle changes. As the tires wear, it is normal for the tires to become out of balance. It is recommended that tires be balanced every 15,000 miles or 24,000 kilometers to ensure maximum tire life and smooth, quiet operation. The tire professionals at Kingpin Autosports can quickly and affordably care for all of your tire needs.

Kingpin Autosports proudly serves the Tire Balancing needs of customers in Gonzalez, Louisiana

Areas Served : Gonzalez, Louisiana and surrounding areas

Tires are no longer just rubber and oil. Instead, they are made up of several layers of materials, each playing its own role in how the tire functions. Today's tires last longer and are less prone to dangerous blowouts than older tires. They are also better at maintaining contact with the road and can even help a car's performance. Choosing the right tires has drastically changed over the years. As an example a vehicle towing heavy weight will need a high load rating tire. If a vehicle is driven in an area with heavy rain or snow, you might prefer the purchase tires with a better traction rating, the life expectancy of a tire depends on road conditions, driving habits, usage and the type of tire. Your tires need to be changed at the very least every 6 years. The rubber in the tires dries out over time. This can lead to cracking, greater stress on the tire's infrastructure and catastrophic failure. A great drive starts with properly installed tires! At Kingpin Autosports we have professionally trained staff on hand to provide the best tires and tire installation in the industry.

Kingpin Autosports proudly serves the Tire Installation needs of customers in Gonzalez, Louisiana

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Your tire pressure monitoring system, often referred to as TPMS, is an electronic system designed to monitor the air pressure in your tires. This system uses real time tire pressure information to alert you if there is a tire pressure problem. If your tire pressure drops to an unsafe level, it will alert you via a light or warning message. Many systems will also tell you which tire is low. Low tire pressure is not only a safety issue, but it will also drastically shorten the life of a tire. Tire pressure sensors are powered by a non serviceable battery and will eventually fail due to low battery voltage. The average lifespan of a tire pressure sensor is 7 to 9 years. It's also recommended that sensors be replaced or properly serviced when new tires are installed. At Kingpin Autosports we have the tools, equipment, training and knowledge to properly service or diagnose your Tire Pressure Monitoring System. We would be happy to handle all of your tire service needs today.

Kingpin Autosports proudly serves the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) needs of customers in Gonzalez, Louisiana

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While you drive, your tires wear at different rates due to steering. The most notable wear occurs on the front tires. Regular tire rotation can keep the wear on your tires even, improving fuel economy, ensuring proper handling, and extending the life of your tires. Depending on the vehicle, your tires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (9,000 to 13,000 kilometers). The tire experts at Kingpin Autosports can quickly and professionally rotate your tires at your convenience.

Kingpin Autosports proudly serves the Tire Rotation needs of customers in Gonzalez, Louisiana

 Areas Served : Gonzalez, Louisiana and surrounding areas

Keep your vehicle running smoothly with our tire swap service. We'll remove your current tires and replace them with a different set of tires from your inventory. Swapping tires helps extend their longevity by evening out the wear. Rotate your tires regularly to promote even treadwear. Our technicians can recommend the best schedule based on your driving habits and tire manufacturer recommendations. Keep an extra set of tires available to swap between for maximum mileage. Schedule your appointment today to swap tires and keep your vehicle handling great! Our team provides fast, reliable tire swaps to keep you safely on the road.

Your tires connect you directly to the road surface and are the single most important safety item on your vehicle. Today’s tires are designed specifically for certain types of vehicles, road conditions, and weather conditions. Advancements in technology have also created tires that last longer, stop faster and run more quietly than ever before. Newer all season tires can provide good all around weather traction. However, if you spend a lot of time driving in slippery winter conditions, a good snow tire can make a very noticeable improvement in handling. As a tire wears, its ability to provide traction in wet or slippery conditions diminishes accordingly. When a tire reaches less than 3/32 of an inch of tread or 2.4 mm, it should be replaced for safety reasons. Tires should also be replaced if they have severe uneven tread wear, cuts, cracks or bulges on the side walls, have been run flat or are more than six years old. Quality tires can make your drive time safer and more enjoyable. Have the tire experts at Kingpin Autosports explain your tire options today.

Kingpin Autosports proudly serves the Tire needs of customers in Gonzalez, Louisiana

Areas Served : Gonzalez, Louisiana and surrounding areas

It may not be evident to you that your car is developing a costly problem, until it is too late. Annual maintenance and visual inspections are your first line of defense in finding problems early. Regular vehicle inspections have the potential to save you hundreds, or even thousands, on costly repairs in the future. If you are concerned about the safety and road worthiness of your car or light truck, schedule a maintenance inspection today at Kingpin Autosports.

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The process of aligning wheels on a car involves adjusting the wheels so they roll straight and are true to the center line of the vehicle. Misaligned vehicles will exhibit accelerated tire wear along with other possible concerns like a crooked steering wheel, pulling to the left or right, or a condition of wandering down the road without tracking straight. Tires that are left out of alignment will wear rapidly and may also develop a wear pattern that makes them excessively noisy while rolling down the road. Your tires are a big investment and your most important factor in traction and braking ability. Protect them by keeping your vehicle properly aligned at Kingpin Autosports.

Kingpin Autosports proudly serves the Wheel Alignment needs of customers in Gonzalez, Louisiana

Areas Served : Gonzalez, Louisiana and surrounding areas