Pottersville Garage

05/25/2026

04/24/2026

At first I thought that was a 1973 Mustang Fastback but it is a 1974 AMC Javelin AMX. That's a rare bird. Decades ago there was an new car AMC dealership in Pottersville NY.

04/23/2026

Chilling on this fine spring day

04/22/2026

With the summer heat due back soon, let’s concentrate on getting your car prepped for a hot summer driving season. Make sure your cooling system is up to s***f. Is the temperature gauge showing higher than normal temperatures? Are you losing coolant or is it old and brown? Bring your vehicle in and let us take a look at it. We’ll inspect the system first, including the belts and hoses. We can flush your radiator and check/replace the thermostat. Get the cooling system prepped now and avoid a blown engine head gasket and car life shortening abuse.

03/30/2026

It’s almost April and Spring is definitely here, we hope. So, let’s concentrate on getting your car(s) prepped for a good summer driving season, without wasting gas! You have to change out your studded snow tires by April 30th by law and I think we can predict you won’t need them by then or even now any longer. Make sure the replacement tires are balanced and have good treads, or replace those tires if they are worn out. We can order some good new tires for you.
If your vehicle has over a 100K miles, you might want to change the transmission fluid and gear oil. At least get the transmission fluid and the gear oil levels in the various differentials, or in your manual transmission gearbox, checked.

Good Tip: Once a year to pull all your wheels off and put some l**e on the lugs and the contact points between the wheel and the disc or drum brakes. But be careful with the grease, better to use anti-seize around the brake surfaces. This will prevent your wheels rusting on the hub or lug nuts rusting and seizing/breaking off the lugs. This will cause havoc if you have a flat on the highway and are trying to change it with a simple lug wrench. After this last salty & slushy winter, play it safe!

https://www.jittruckparts.com/blog/studded-tires-state-laws-guide -new-york

01/20/2026

This is really cool and timely.

01/20/2026

Some relevant tips if your car gets stuck in the snow:
I know this is a repeat, but it's still timely, here are some winter driving tips.

8 Ways to Get Unstuck in the Snow
So you're stuck in the snow with no four-wheel drive to bail you out. Now what?

If you've been driving used cars with front-wheel -- or worse, rear-wheel -- drive, chances are you've found yourself in some sticky predicaments on these snowy roads. Hey, we've all been there! But stranded in the snow is not a place anyone wants to be.
There's no shame in calling a tow truck to get you out, especially if you're in a high-traffic area. But often, you can remove yourself from the snow all on your own if you just follow these eight tips

1. Check your tailpipe.
If your tailpipe is clogged with snow, you don't want to be in your car with the engine running. Clear all snow from your tailpipe so your exhaust can flow freely.

2. Avoid spinning your wheels.
The second you realize you're not getting anywhere when you press the gas, stop right there. Spinning your wheels for as little as 30 seconds can wedge you in the snow so deeply you won't be able to get out at all. When you're ready to try driving again, accelerate out slowly.

3. Clear a path.
Carry a shovel with you! This is obvious, but if snow is in your way, you'll need to remove it. Dig yourself a path to get out using whatever tools you have available. (A shovel or ice scraper is best, but you may need to resort to your own hands and feet.) If the snow is packed or icy, loosen it up as best you can; otherwise, your car could spin out on them.

4. Lower your tire pressure.
Softer tires provide better traction. So to get better grip on the road, try lowering your tire pressure -- but not too much..

5. Straighten your wheels.
Keeping your wheels straight is crucial when attempting to get out. You'll be able to drive straight toward the path you created, rather than veer off into another drift.If you have front-wheel drive, you may want to turn your wheel ever so slightly to help propel you out. But again, make sure you're not spinning your wheels, as that could undo the path you created and make your predicament even worse.

6. Rock back and forth.
When you're ready to attempt your getaway, slowly accelerate out of the snow in the direction of your makeshift path. If you think more momentum will help you escape, reverse a few feet back, then drive forward again. Continue this "rocking" technique in low gear until you gain enough power to get out.

7. Place objects under your wheels, like a board.
If you've tried the rocking technique and still can't get out, you might try placing an object under your wheels to give you increased traction. A piece of wood or cardboard is best, but your floor mat might work too. Note that this tactic can be dangerous, so try it at your own risk! Carry some kitty litter, sand and salt mix for more traction.

8. Call for help.
We know -- asking for help is a last resort. But sometimes it's all you can do. If you don't have a friend who can help you out, call for a tow truck. This is where having roadside assistance comes in handy!

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