Mackert Automotive
3416 B 57th St. Court NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98335 253.851.3307

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Growling that Grates

A driver who uses his or her ears has a leg up on those who don't.  In addition to noises helping you be aware of traffic, they can give you clues to potential problems in your vehicle.  One...
Published on: Sep 18, 2022

Boots for Your Ball Joint (Ball Joint Boot Replacement)

There's a little part on your vehicle you may not know about, but when it develops a problem, getting it fixed sooner rather than later can save you a lot of money in the long run. Got your attention ...
Published on: Aug 30, 2022

Axle

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:I hear a clunking sound from my front wheel when I make a turn. What could be the problem?Mackert Automotive Answer:One possible cause of the problem is a worn axle. Fron...
Published on: Sep 05, 2021

Axle Service At Mackert Automotive in Gig Harbor

Gig Harbor drivers should know that the axles are the last link in transferring power from the engine to the wheels. They're strong parts that last a long time – but they can run into trouble. ...
Published on: Jul 17, 2021

Mackert Automotive Automotive Tips: Axles

The axle assemblies in your vehicle transfer power out to the drive wheels.  On a rear-wheel drive vehicle, there is an axle shaft that goes from the differential in the center of the axle to eac...
Published on: Sep 07, 2019

Mackert Automotive Automotive Tips: Axles

The axle assemblies in your vehicle transfer power out to the drive wheels.  On a rear-wheel drive vehicle, there is an axle shaft that goes from the differential in the center of the axle to eac...
Published on: Jan 11, 2019

Axles

Your axles are the last link in transferring power from the engine to your wheels.  They’re strong parts that last a long time – but they can run into trouble. Axles just wear out ov...
Published on: Aug 26, 2018

Axle

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:I hear a clunking sound from my front wheel when I make a turn. What could be the problem?Question:I hear a clunking sound from my front wheel when I make a turn. What co...
Published on: Nov 19, 2015