Tires and Wheels

  • Tire Replacement: What Norwalk Drivers Need to Know
    Looking at getting some new tires? Maybe the real reason for wanting those off-highway tires is that they look cool. Well there's nothing wrong with that. If you make sure that you've got your funct...
    Published on: Jul 23, 2013
  • Saving Lives in Norwalk with Tire Pressure
    All new passenger vehicles on our Norwalk, OH, roads now have tire pressure monitoring systems – TPMS for short. They are designed to alert you if your tires are underinflated. Since they are fa...
    Published on: Sep 27, 2013
  • The Fallacy of Cheap Tires
    Do you ever shop for shoes in one of our Berlin Heights area shoe stores?When buying a running shoe, is quality important?Does durability matter as long as the shoes look fabulous?Would you rather h...
    Published on: Jan 23, 2014
  • Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Wheel Bearings
    Why are wheel bearings for Norwalk vehicles important? It's simple: your wheel bearings keep the wheels on your vehicle. In today's Jake's Radiator, Inc. post, we'll discuss more about wheel bearings ...
    Published on: May 07, 2014
  • All About Your TPMS in Norwalk
    Norwalk drivers know that underinflated tires wear out more quickly. Underinflation is also a major cause of tire failure for OH auto owners. More flats, blow outs, skids and longe...
    Published on: May 28, 2014
  • Getting the Right Tires and Wheels in Norwalk
    A lot of people get custom wheels in Norwalk. When you do this yourself (over the internet . . .) you could run into trouble if you're not careful. Sometimes, once they're mounted, they just don't f...
    Published on: Jun 11, 2014
  • Custom Wheels and Tires for Your Norwalk Ride
      It seems like everywhere you go in the Norwalk area you see custom wheels. Big trucks, little cars, mini-vans - it doesn't matter - are expressing themselves with custom wheels. Some...
    Published on: Jul 15, 2014
  • The Jake's Radiator, Inc. Guide to Tire Specs
    You know you need new tires, but you're not sure what type. You look at a tire to get the size: 225, 50, R, 16, 92, H. All the way to the Norwalk service center you keep repeating it over ...
    Published on: Nov 03, 2015
  • Tire Rotation and Balancing at Jake's Radiator, Inc. in Norwalk
    Tires do a lot of work for Norwalk drivers. They transfer engine power and braking forces to the road; they handle steering control; and they cushion all those bumps and jolts while drivin...
    Published on: Oct 21, 2014
  • Norwalk Tire Repair
    Most Norwalk residents have experienced a flat tire. You know it's inconvenient and a pain. Our tires are important. Keeping them in good working order isn't just a big safety issue for No...
    Published on: Nov 20, 2014
  • Why Wheel Balancing and Tire Rotation Save You Money on Tires
    Norwalk drivers want their tires to last as long as possible. Two ways to extend tire life are wheel balancing and tire rotation.When wheels are out of balance, they wobble and vibrate. That makes the...
    Published on: Dec 31, 2014
  • When Are Your Tires Worn Out?
      Hey Norwalk area drivers, are your tires worn out? What is the standard for our OH streets? How can you tell on your vehicle?While there may be legal requirements for the Norwalk area, there a...
    Published on: Feb 04, 2015
  • Fuel Saving Tip: Tire Pressure Saves Fuel in Norwalk
    Underinflated tires waste gas for lots of folks in the Norwalk area. Think how hard it is to walk in sand – you just have to work harder because of the resistance. When your tires don't hav...
    Published on: Jan 08, 2015
  • Norwalk Safety Systems: Tire Pressure Monitoring System
    Flats, blow outs, skids and longer stopping distances can all be the result of driving around Norwalk on underinflated tires. Admittedly, it's hard to tell when a radial tire is under...
    Published on: Feb 12, 2015
  • The Jake's Radiator, Inc. Guide to Custom Wheels
    If you're interested in customizing the wheels and tires on your vehicle, there are a few things you should know first.Most importantly, the wheels you buy need to fit your vehicle. Not al...
    Published on: Nov 13, 2014
  • Talk to Jake's Radiator, Inc. About New Shoes for Your Vehicle
    Custom wheels are one way that Norwalk folks express themselves and personalize their vehicle. But they aren't as cheap and easy as sticking decals on your back window. There are several f...
    Published on: Dec 02, 2015
  • Treat Your Vehicle to Good Tires at Jake's Radiator, Inc.
    When we shop for shoes, most of us know that we can get two pairs of cheap shoes or one good pair for about the same price. And since the two cheap pairs wear out in about the same time as the good ...
    Published on: Nov 06, 2014
  • Helping Norwalk Drivers Get the Right Tires
    Every Norwalk vehicle owner has to purchase tires at some time or another, so it's a good idea to understand what the choices are. The best seasonal performance is achieved by purchasing tires to ma...
    Published on: May 13, 2015
  • Jake's Radiator, Inc. Advice on Buying New Tires
    Today's tires and wheels offer a lot of options for every Norwalk driver's style, habits and driving conditions.Tires are designed for high-performance in winter or summer and even come in a long-we...
    Published on: Jul 01, 2015
  • Go Big or Go Home: Upsize Your Wheels at Jake's Radiator, Inc.
    A lot of us Norwalk drivers like our vehicles to reflect our personalities. We're picky about color and body style. We'll customize anything from floor mats to window tints to license plates. One po...
    Published on: Sep 19, 2014