Bowers Repair Service
14575 Township Rd, Thornville, OH 43076 740.246.5712

Tires and Wheels

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Selecting Tires

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:I need new tires. How do I know which tires to get?Bowers Repair Service Answer:Let's look at selecting new tires in light of three factors: Function, Fit, and Value. Fu...
Published on: Nov 27, 2022

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: Jul 21, 2022

Simple Answers from Bowers Repair Service for Thornville: 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: May 06, 2022

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: Nov 13, 2021

The Fallacy of Cheap Tires Sold in Thornville

New tires are a big ticket item for most Thornville 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 c...
Published on: Jul 25, 2021

Nailed It! (Tire Repairs)

We've all been there.  You park somewhere only to return and find one of your tires is flat; you've picked up a nail on the road.  You're hoping you can just have it patched and be on your w...
Published on: Mar 09, 2021

Simple Answers from Bowers Repair Service for Thornville: 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: Mar 06, 2018

Tire Replacement at Bowers Repair Service in Thornville

New tire choices can be overwhelming for Thornville 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 driv...
Published on: Dec 06, 2015