Suspension & Steering Service
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Suspension & Steering Service in Santa Rosa, Ca
Keep your vehicle handling its best with expert suspension and steering repair from Spring Works in Santa Rosa. We have over 30 years of specialized experience in suspension and steering systems for all types of vehicles.
- Comprehensive Services: From diagnostics and repairs to custom fabrication, we handle all your suspension needs.
- Quality Parts: We offer OEM, aftermarket, and custom-made suspension components to fit your requirements.
- Expert Technicians: Our experienced technicians have the knowledge and skills to get the job done right.
Get It Done Right! Contact Spring Works today for suspension and steering repair.
Know the Basics
Steering & Suspension - Keep You in Control
Keep your vehicle handling its best with expert steering and suspension service from Spring Works in Santa Rosa. We specialize in maintaining these critical systems for a safe and comfortable ride.
- Suspension System Expertise: We diagnose and repair all suspension components, including shocks, struts, springs, and control arms.
- Steering System Specialists: We handle all aspects of steering system maintenance, from alignments to component replacement.
- Improved Handling and Safety: Ensure optimal vehicle control, stability, and ride comfort with our comprehensive services.
Schedule your Steering and Suspension Service at Spring Works today!
Suspension Specialist
Suspension system
At Spring Works in Santa Rosa, we're your suspension specialists. We inspect and service all the key components to keep your vehicle running smoothly and safely.
- Shocks & Struts: We diagnose and replace worn shocks and struts to restore your vehicle's ride comfort and handling.
- Ball Joints & Bushings: We inspect and replace these critical components to ensure proper steering and suspension function.
- Sway Bars: We check and service sway bars to minimize body roll and maximize stability during turns.
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Regular Maintenance = Safety
Steering System
At Spring Works in Santa Rosa, we're your steering specialists. We inspect and service all the key components to keep your vehicle handling precisely and safely.
- Steering Rack & Pinion: We diagnose and repair steering racks to ensure responsive and accurate steering.
- Tie Rod Ends: We inspect and replace worn tie rod ends to maintain proper wheel alignment and prevent steering wander.
- Power Steering: We service power steering systems, including pumps, hoses, and fluids, for smooth and effortless steering.
- Steering Column: We inspect and repair steering columns to ensure safe and reliable operation.
Schedule your steering system service at Spring Works today!
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Smooth Operator - Expert shock & Strut Service
At Spring Works, we understand the crucial role that dampers play in your vehicle's suspension system. They're the unsung heroes that ensure a smooth, controlled ride by keeping your springs in check.
- Shock Absorbers: These essential components dampen vibrations and control the release of energy, preventing bouncing and loss of traction.
- McPherson Struts: This innovative design combines the damper and spring for even more efficient vibration control.
- Expert Service: Our skilled technicians can diagnose and replace worn or damaged dampers, restoring your vehicle's ride quality and safety.
Get It Done Right! Contact Spring Works today for expert damper service and keep your ride smooth.
Coil Springs for Cars & Trucks
Your Guide to Vehicle Spring Types
At Spring Works, we're experts in all types of vehicle springs. Whether you need replacement springs, upgrades, or custom solutions, we have the knowledge and experience to get your vehicle riding smoothly.
- Coil Springs: The most common type of spring, known for its simple design and effective force absorption. Used in cars, trucks, and many other applications.
- Leaf Springs: A time-tested design using layered metal strips, ideal for heavy-duty vehicles and trailers. Provides robust support and load-carrying capacity.
- Torsion Bars: A unique suspension method using a steel bar that twists to absorb force. Found in some vehicles where a smooth ride is essential.
- Air Springs: A modern solution using compressed air for a comfortable and adjustable ride. Commonly found in newer vehicles and luxury models.
Contact Spring Works today for expert advice and service on all types of vehicle springs!
When to inspect your vehicle’s steering and suspension
Your vehicle’s steering and suspension systems are critical for keeping you safe when you’re driving. They’re also important for keeping you comfortable by preventing you from feeling every bump and rumble on the road.
Here are some guidelines for when you should you bring your vehicle in to get your steering and suspension systems inspected:
● Every 50,000 miles
● When you replace your tires
● When you service your brakes
● When you have your oil and filters changed
● Anytime your car is in for routine service and the steering and suspension systems are easy to access.
● If you are involved in an accident that damages your front wheels or suspension
● If you are involved in an accident and notice any changes in your vehicle’s steering and suspension afterward
In addition to the above, you should also bring your vehicle in for a steering and suspension inspection if you notice any of these more serious symptoms that one or both of these systems are in need of maintenance.
● Nosedives, squats, and rolls: When you feel your car nosediving forward, squatting backward, or rolling from side to side when you turn the wheel
● Bottoming out: Your car can bottom out if it doesn’t have the suspension support it needs to absorb the bump that it’s driving over.
● Bouncing over road bumps: When your vehicle keeps bouncing after you’ve driven over a bump.
● Bumpy ride: When you feel every single bump in the road, even if the road isn’t very bumpy.
● Bump steer: When your wheels turn to the left or right after your car hits a bump but you didn’t touch the steering wheel.
● Oversteer or understeer: Especially prevalent on slippery road surfaces this is when your car’s front or rear loses traction as you round a corner.
● Hard steering: When you struggle to turn your steering wheel
● Loose steering: When steering is overly easy
● Wandering car: When your car seems to wander down the road unless you are holding the steering wheel in place.
● Jerking steering wheel: When your steering wheel jerks for no apparent reason at random intervals.
● Vibrating steering wheel: When your vehicle and steering wheel start to vibrate. This usually happens around 45 mph.
● Wobbly steering wheel: When your steering wheel wobbles from left to right as you drive.
● Strange noises: You might hear a clunking or squeaking sound as you turn a corner. You could also hear a whining noise coming from the steering unit when you turn the wheel.
What We Check
If you haven’t experienced any of the above, that’s good news. You should still have your steering and suspension systems checked on an annual basis. This ensures your vehicle is safe to drive and prevents you from dealing with unpleasant surprises down the road.
When you bring your vehicle into Spring Works for a steering and suspension inspection, we’ll do the following:
● Test drive and check for vehicle nosedives, bounce, rolls, and squats
● Test drive and check for noises, vibrations and overall handling
● Check all steering components for wear, damage, and leaks
● Check all suspension components for wear and damage
● Inspect your struts & shocks for responsiveness, leaks and bushing wear
● Bounce your vehicle to see how your shocks and struts are functioning
● Manually look for wobble, uneven tire wear, and imbalance in all your tires
● Make sure the power steering system is functioning properly
