Bill's Automotive Repairs,Tires & Mobil Gas
32505 US Hwy 19N, Palm Harbor, FL 34684 727.787.8472

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Shifty Letters PRNDL (Transmission)

You probably figured out those shifty letters.  They're what you see on your automatic transmission shifter and stand for Park, Reverse, Neutral, Drive and Low.  Your automatic transmission ...
Published on: Mar 30, 2025

Let’s Shift Gears (Transmission Fluid Replacement)

If you have a vehicle with an automatic transmission, you probably never think about gear shifting.  When motor vehicles were invented, all of them had to be shifted manually.  But that wond...
Published on: Jan 31, 2024

Bill's Automotive Repairs,Tires & Mobil Gas Tech Question on Your Transmission

Question My name is Suzanne.  We were taking a camping trip over a three-day weekend.  About half way to our campsite, the transmission went out on our SUV.  It took all weekend to get...
Published on: Apr 07, 2023

Transmission

Let’s talk transmissions.  Transmissions are heavy duty pieces of equipment that are designed to last a long time.  But like any other machine, they’ll eventually wear out and ne...
Published on: Mar 12, 2023

Why You Need to Change Your Transmission Fluid

It’s easy to forget about servicing your transmission because it doesn’t need it very often, but proper transmission service keeps your vehicle running smoothly and helps you avoid costly ...
Published on: Jun 09, 2022

Simple Answers from Bill's Automotive Repairs,Tires & Mobil Gas in Palm Harbor: Transmission Service

Question My friend just had a very expensive transmission repair.  How can I avoid transmission trouble? Answer Next to your engine, your transmission is the most expensive component in your v...
Published on: Oct 08, 2020

Smooth Shifting In Palm Harbor

{{ image('MzI0') }} If you've been paying attention, you've noticed that Florida vehicles are getting more and more powerful and at the same time are getting better and better fuel economy . Much of ...
Published on: Mar 08, 2020

Florida Fuel Saving Tip: Dirty Oil

If you’re a quart low, there isn’t enough oil to lubricate your engine properly.  The extra friction causes drag that reduces fuel economy. Same goes for dirty oil.  It doesn&rs...
Published on: Oct 14, 2019