Quick Brakes/North Star Automotive

09/02/2026

We are so grateful for these 5 star reviews. Thank you, Brenda.

09/02/2026

Don't forget to join us on Saturday. North Star Automotive is proud to support this amazing event.

09/02/2026

08/31/2026

NO CRANK. NO START

The fuel pump is a big deal on diesel vehicles because it’s responsible for getting fuel from the tank to the engine at the right pressure and volume.

Unlike gas engines, diesel engines rely heavily on precise fuel pressure to run properly.

Here’s why it matters:

1. Delivers fuel to the injectors

The fuel pump moves diesel from the tank to the injection system so the injectors can spray fuel into the cylinders.

No fuel pump = no fuel delivery = no start.

2. Creates fuel pressure

Diesel engines need much higher fuel pressure than gas engines.

That pressure is what helps:
proper atomization
cleaner combustion
better performance
better fuel efficiency

If pressure is low, the engine won’t run right.

3. Helps with power and performance

A weak fuel pump can cause:
hard starts
rough idle
loss of power
poor acceleration
stalling under load

This becomes very noticeable when towing or climbing hills.

4. Protects the fuel system

Modern diesel systems (especially common rail) are very sensitive.

If a fuel pump starts failing, it can send debris through:
injectors
rails
fuel lines

That can turn a small repair into a very expensive one.

Common signs of a bad diesel fuel pump:

✔️ Long crank before starting
✔️ Engine sputtering
✔️ Loss of power
✔️ Check engine light
✔️ Poor fuel mileage
✔️ Truck won’t start

The fuel pump is the heart of the diesel fuel system—if it can’t move fuel properly, the whole engine suffers.

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/ro_e2acBW7A

08/31/2026

Please dont forget to save the date for THIS SATURDAY's Labor Day Fish Fry in Buchanan Dam to support the Lake Buchanan Conservation Corp.

Yummy catfish and all of the fixings by The Real New Orleans Style Restaurant (from Marble Falls). Lots of raffle prizes and good ole' fun.

Everyone invited.

08/31/2026

We are so grateful for another 5 star review. Thank you to everyone who takes the time to send these our way. We truly are grateful for the opportunity to take care of your family and your family's car.

08/28/2026

What have you done for your car/truck lately? Is it time for a spa day?

08/27/2026

Hey local friends, mark your calendar for the LBCC Labor Day Fish Fry. Come out and support this amazing community group, grab some dinner with family and friends and let's have a wonderful time together.

08/27/2026

It’s National Just Because Day!

You don’t always need a warning light, a weird noise, or smoke coming from under the hood to show your car a little love.

Just because is a perfectly good reason to:

🔧 Check your fluids
🛞 Check your tires
🛢️ Get that overdue oil change
❄️ Make sure the A/C is keeping up
❤️ Or finally fix that little problem you’ve been ignoring for three months!

Your vehicle takes care of you every day—today, take care of it… JUST BECAUSE.

And remember: preventative maintenance is usually a whole lot cheaper than “Well… this isn’t good.”

Happy National Just Because Day from all of us at North Star Automotive!