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Air Blend Box

Randolph drivers push a few buttons or turn some knobs, and voila! They have air blowing on their feet or cool air chilling their face. But how does all that happen? Well, it's all thanks to the ...
Published on: Jan 25, 2026

Serpentine Belt Has Video

Your serpentine belt is powered by the engine as it turns. Your alternator, air conditioning compressor and power steering pump depend on your serpentine belt to run. On some vehicles it also runs the...
Published on: Jan 11, 2026

Getting the Right Wheels and Tires in Randolph

A lot of Randolph 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 ...
Published on: Jan 04, 2026

The Problems with a Cream Puff (Dormant Vehicles)

You may own a vehicle that you only drive occasionally.  Maybe it is a summer day cruiser, an off-roader, or vacation hauler.  Here are some things you need to know about a vehicle that does...
Published on: Nov 23, 2025

Transfer Case Service

Most in the area may not know much about transfer cases, but if you have a four-wheel drive vehicle, you've got one. It makes sure you have power available for both the front and rear ...
Published on: Nov 02, 2025

Simple Answers from 1 Hometown Auto Repair for Randolph: Power Brakes

{{ image('MzQ0') }} Question: What is power brake service and why do Randolph drivers need to have it done?1 Hometown Auto Repair Answer:Imagine: you pour a tablespoon of water in your hand and thro...
Published on: Sep 28, 2025

Wheel Alignment Service At 1 Hometown Auto Repair In Randolph

{{ image('Mjk5') }} When all of a vehicle's wheels are lined up exactly with each other, your wheels are in alignment. Hitting a road hazard in Randolph or even just the normal bumps and bounces of e...
Published on: Aug 31, 2025

Busted in Randolph: The Maintenance Free Myth

Quality surveys report fewer problems with new cars than ever before.  So, does that mean that modern vehicles have become maintenance free? Back when cars spent more time in the repair shop, pe...
Published on: Aug 24, 2025