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Saved us over $4000. My sister in law took her 15-year old Subaru into a local specialist when her car consistently bucked when starting from a stop. They told her she needed: head gasket replacement, new brakes, new brake lines, new tires and radiator for a total bill of $6000. She is retired, so this was a shock. She called me for advice; I told her to go to Wayne & Sons for a second opinion. He fixed the car for $1800 and it runs fine. No head gasket replacement. No new brakes. No new brake lines. No new tires. Tune-up Yes. New radiator, Yes. A couple of other things. In a few months, he told her there a some other items that will need attention for a total of about $1300. Wayne comes through again. - Evan G. (5 star review on Yelp)

Once you’ve determined a vehicle needs to have the engine replaced and is in good enough shape to keep on the team, it’s time to find an engine. Wayne & Sons Automotive Repair in Santa Rosa, CA is here to help you choose the right one. There are a variety of replacement options when it comes to engines.

Are you leaking oil? Wayne & Sons Automotive Repair in Santa Rosa, CA can help. Oil leaks mess up your driveway and make a mess under the hood. It can also get pricey constantly having to fill the engine, not to mention inconvenient.

When a vehicle has trouble starting, many people initially blame the starter. What is the starter, and how do you know if yours has called it quits? At Wayne & Sons Automotive Repair in Santa Rosa, CA, we want to keep you informed and telling you what to look for will prevent further damage when issues arise. The starter is essentially just an electric motor; a gear at the end of that electric motor engages the flywheel, which turns the engine over, allowing it to start. How do you know if yours is failing?

There are a wide variety of tires available for your diesel truck, no matter what sort of pickup you drive. The climate, the terrain you drive on, and how you drive will determine which tire is best for you. Here’s a short list of common truck tire types.

Once you know what's in your transmission, and what’s connected to it, it’s much easier to understand how it works. Let's take a look at how it all comes together. At Wayne & Sons Automotive Repair in Santa Rosa, CA, we want to make sure you know how your car works so you can keep it in great condition.

Hydraulic power has a lot to do with how your transmission operates. There are some basic hydraulic components that keep your transmission running smoothly.

There are multiple types of tires on the market for almost every car, truck, or SUV. Once you decide it's time to replace your tires, the choice can be overwhelming. The type of tire you want depends on a variety of factors, from climate to how you drive. At Wayne & Sons Automotive Repair in Santa Rosa, CA, our technicians have been trained to help you make that choice. Here’s a short rundown of common street tires that will suit your needs.