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Lifted Trucks and Tire Problems

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Lifted trucks are just plain cool. They command respect on the highway, they attract attention from other drivers, they give you a commanding view of the road ahead and, of course, they give you all kinds of clearance for when you want to go off-road. There’s a down side, though – the more radical your lift is, the more it’s essentially a re-engineering of the suspension and drivetrain, and that can come with some problems.    What Happens When a Lift Kit is Installed? When you lift the truc...
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A Look at the Bridgestone Dueler A/T RH-S

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At Top Shop Truck Accessories, we’re proud to carry the Bridgestone / Firestone family of tires, and one of our strongest sellers is the Bridgestone Dueler A/T RH-S. The Dueler A/T RH-S is an OEM factory tire for many light trucks and SUVs, and for good reason. It’s a strong-performing, good-looking, robust all-terrain tire that’s equally at home on the pavement or off. Let’s zoom in for a closer look at this rugged tire from Bridgestone: Tire Features The Dueler A/T RH-S features chunky,...
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10 Ways to Get Better Gas Mileage

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Who doesn’t want better gas mileage these days? Maximizing your fuel efficiency will not only save you money, it is better for your vehicle and the environment! With some proper maintenance, and simple tips and tricks, you can make fewer trips to the pump, which will be friendlier on your car, and your wallet. Tires - The right tires for your driving conditions are important. For the best gas mileage choose low rolling resistance tires. These are designed to maximize fuel efficiency and p...
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Tips for Safe Summer Driving

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Summer driving brings about road trips, family vacations, and trips to the beach. For most drivers the worries of weather and road hazards are many months away, and motorists hit the road in large numbers. Even though summer driving may not present as many challenges as other times of the year, there are many important safety tips and maintenance tips to keep in mind to have the safest, worry free summer: 1. Road Construction- Summertime means orange cones and areas of road construction for man...
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A good quality set of tires should be an investment that will last you up to five years with regular use. In order to make the most of the life of your tires, there are simple maintenance steps you can take, as well as precautions to ensure they last as long as possible. Inspect your tires. Frequent visual checks of your tires can be the first step in preventing premature wear or damage that can become irreparable. Look for debris, signs of uneven wear, bulges, dips, bumps, or ‘featherin...
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Fall is in the air, and that can mean only one thing: it’s back to school time! As you run through your back to school checklist- pencils, notebooks, binders, books, and tires- yes, you read that correctly: TIRES. Why add new tires to your back to school checklist? Because now is the BEST time to get new tires for you or your student’s vehicle. Whether you are carpooling your students around, want something dependable for your extra-curricular high school smarty, or need that reliable vehicle...
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The tire category of “All-Season Tires” can be a misleading term and this category gets the most questions out of any tire available. Basically, when you are purchasing All-Season tires, you are getting a very sturdy tire that will work well through various weather conditions as well as varying temperatures or climates. The types of tires that fall under the ‘All-Season’ tire category contain different types of tread compounds, designs, and mileage ratings, and there are some big difference...
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When Should You Replace Your Tires?

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Your tires are one of the hardest working elements of your vehicle, but how often do you check and make sure they’re acceptable and safe? It’s easy to overlook the underside of your car, but tire tread is simply too important to forget about. Remember, your tires are the only point of contact with the road for your entire vehicle, and the only thing that keeps your car from flying off of the road, when you’re going around a corner! Your tires keep you safe, secure, and keep your vehicle perf...
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Is Your Vehicle Ready For Holiday Travel? Many people have concerns about taking their cars on long trips, especially if their cars are getting on in years or mileage. The truth is … long trips are actually easier on your car than day-to-day driving, but a breakdown far from home can really ruin your fun. A few simple checks will stave off many common problems. As with most things, it's best to start early. Here is a simple check list for preparing your car for Holiday travel. Two to four ...
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How Do Potholes Damage Your Vehicle?

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It’s peak pothole season out there and no one is immune to their sneaky destruction. We’ve all hit them at some point, and every time it happens, you see it only a second before it gets you, often too late to miss it. These little road hazards lay in wait, with their dips, bumps, and sharp toothy edges, just waiting to ruin your day. They can cause a sudden jolt all the way up to a blown tire.  And, I hate to report, they aren’t disappearing any time soon. Potholes are every tire’s sworn en...
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