Custom Auto Maintenance Blog, Advice & Articles

What is a Timing Belt?
- July 30, 2019
- By Park Muffler
- In Belts, Blog
Also known as a timing chain or a cambelt, your vehicle’s timing belt is a part of the engine that synchronizes the rotation of the crankshaft and the camshaft. It ensures that the engine’s valves open and close at the proper times during the intake and exhaust strokes. A broken or damaged timing belt can…Read More Here!
What is a Wheel Alignment?
- June 15, 2019
- By Park Muffler
- In Blog, Tires
A wheel alignment is a standard part of your vehicle’s maintenance. When your mechanic performs a wheel alignment on your vehicle, they adjust the angles of the wheel to the vehicle’s manufacturer specifications. They do so by adjusting the suspension system of the vehicle, not the tires themselves. This helps to reduce the wear on…Read More Here!
What are the Parts of Your Exhaust System?
- May 30, 2019
- By Park Muffler
- In Blog, Exhausts
Your engine works by creating thousands of small explosions that push against the pistons, which in turn rotates the crankshaft and eventually drives your vehicle’s wheels. These explosions produce leftover gases, known as exhaust gases, that are made of potentially dangerous chemicals such as carbon monoxide, hydro carbons and nitrogen oxide. In order to keep…Read More Here!
How to Choose the Right Muffler
- May 15, 2019
- By Park Muffler
- In Blog, Mufflers
The muffler is a cylindrical component attached to the exhaust that filters out the loud, explosive sounds from the engine. Inside the muffler is a set of tubes that are designed to reflect sound waves back and forth in order to reduce the engine noise. All vehicles come with a factory standard muffler but you…Read More Here!
Why Get a Custom Exhaust System?
- April 30, 2019
- By Park Muffler
- In Blog, Exhausts
Spending the money to replace something that comes standard from the factory may seem pointless, but there are benefits to having a custom exhaust system installed on your vehicle. The aftermarket parts that make up a custom exhaust system are designed differently than standard factory parts and can therefore improve many aspects of your vehicle….Read More Here!