Ron Badorek's Auto Repair
1405 North 22nd Street, Decatur, IL 62526 217.428.5224

Tires and Wheels

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Simple Answers from Ron Badorek's Auto Repair for Decatur: Tire Tread Depth

Question How can I tell when my tires are worn so much that they need to be replaced? Answer That is a very important question.  As we discuss the matter, keep in mind that one of the most imp...
Published on: Nov 08, 2023

Tires By the Numbers (What Tire Numbers Mean)

You may have noticed your tires have a pretty long number on them.  Yours might start with a letter, then a 3-digit number, followed by a few more numbers and letters.  That string of letter...
Published on: Sep 01, 2022

The Fallacy of Cheap Tires Sold in Decatur

New tires are a big ticket item for most Decatur drivers. You're not only concerned about the price, but you want to know that it'll be a long time before you need to buy new tires again. And of cour...
Published on: Apr 04, 2022

Simple Answers from Ron Badorek's Auto Repair for Decatur: Tire Rotation and Balancing

Question How do I know when I should get my tires rotated and balanced? Answer The interval for tire rotation could depend on a recommendation from either the tire manufacturer or the vehicle maker...
Published on: Sep 28, 2021

Tire Replacement at Ron Badorek's Auto Repair in Decatur

New tire choices can be overwhelming for Decatur drivers. Suppose you have an SUV and are trying to decide between all season tires or some that are also rated for off-highway. How much do you drive o...
Published on: Jul 12, 2021

Getting the Right Wheels and Tires in Decatur

A lot of Decatur want custom wheels. When you do this yourself (over the internet . . .) you could run into trouble if you're not careful. Sometimes they just don't fit right: The tires rub in turns o...
Published on: Apr 28, 2021

Are You Going Nuts? (Lug Nut Replacement)

If your vehicle has a few years on it, you've no doubt had your tires rotated a few times. That means, of course, that a technician has loosened the lug nuts (which hold the wheels on) to remove the w...
Published on: Jan 02, 2021

Upsizing Wheels and Tires in Decatur

Hello Decatur drivers! Let's pretend you have three doughnuts right in front of you for our discussion of upsizing wheels and tires. Hey, don't eat them now – you're going to need them later.Man...
Published on: Nov 09, 2020