Skip's Automotive Service
19 Bass Harbor Rd, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679 207.244.7276

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Boots for Your Ball Joint (Ball Joint Boot Replacement)

There's a little part on your vehicle you may not know about, but when it develops a problem, getting it fixed sooner rather than later can save you a lot of money in the long run. Got your attention ...
Published on: May 21, 2023

Growling that Grates

A driver who uses his or her ears has a leg up on those who don't.  In addition to noises helping you be aware of traffic, they can give you clues to potential problems in your vehicle.  One...
Published on: Apr 23, 2023

Axle Service At Skip's Automotive Service in Southwest Harbor

Southwest Harbor drivers should know that the axles are the last link in transferring power from the engine to the wheels. They're strong parts that last a long time – but they can run into trou...
Published on: Mar 12, 2022

Axle

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:I hear a clunking sound from my front wheel when I make a turn. What could be the problem?Skip's Automotive Service Answer:One possible cause of the problem is a worn axl...
Published on: Sep 16, 2021

Skip's Automotive Service Automotive Tips: Axles

The axle assemblies in your vehicle transfer power out to the drive wheels.  On a rear-wheel drive vehicle, there is an axle shaft that goes from the differential in the center of the axle to eac...
Published on: May 12, 2019

Axle

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:I hear a clunking sound from my front wheel when I make a turn. What could be the problem?Question:I hear a clunking sound from my front wheel when I make a turn. What co...
Published on: Mar 11, 2019

Skip's Automotive Service Automotive Tips: Axles

The axle assemblies in your vehicle transfer power out to the drive wheels.  On a rear-wheel drive vehicle, there is an axle shaft that goes from the differential in the center of the axle to eac...
Published on: May 17, 2016

Axles

Your axles are the last link in transferring power from the engine to your wheels.  They’re strong parts that last a long time – but they can run into trouble. Axles just wear out ov...
Published on: Nov 25, 2015