Suspension & Front End
With steering or suspension component issues, you'll be in for a rough ride even on an ordinary street. Your vehicle's frame is attached to its wheels by an arrangement of shock absorbers, springs, and linkages that are meant to keep the ride smooth even when the road isn't! When any part of your suspension weakens or fails, the other parts are forced to work beyond their original mechanical design. Regular suspension and front-end checks at 106 ST. Tire & Wheel can avoid costly problems that start out little and become major issues down the road. As with most mechanical things, we want to prevent failure of the system by replacing parts early.
SHOCKS that are worn out will result in a bumpy ride. Also, if you want to improve the handling, performance and ride comfort, we can help. We will evaluate your vehicle's shocks and help you pick from a wide range of shocks that fit your vehicle as well as your individual driving needs.
STRUTS stabilize your vehicle and keep it from bouncing and bottoming out and in NYC there is plenty of opportunity to do that by hitting a pot hole that may damage your front end, wheels or oil pan. We will be happy to inspect your vehicle's struts and strut hardware to make sure everything is functioning properly.
STEERING AND SUSPENSION wear will have a negative effect on your driving experience. Handling problems like unusual movements over bumps or turns can mean you need a routine evaluation or perhaps some work which 106 St. Tire & Wheel's experts are highly experienced with.
BALL JOINTS wear can result in some strange noises and front-end sounds are often symptoms of ball joint failure. Ball joints connect your car's wheels to its suspension system and operating your vehicle with faulty ball joints is a safety hazard.
TIE RODS that are defective can result in inconsistent steering, your vehicle "wandering" on the road and considerable tire wear. 106 St. Tire & Wheel will repair or replace tie rods if necessary.
CV JOINTS AND CV AXLES are found on all FWD (front wheel drive) cars and some RWD (rear wheel drive) cars. Torn CV boots and worn CV joints or axles can cause damage to transmissions and other mechanical workings of your auto.
