Automotive News & Information - Birch's Automotive & Muffler

If your car, truck or SUV is experiencing major engine issues, the technicians at Birch's Automotive & Muffler in Arlington, TN have you covered. Do you hear the engine knocking when it decides to start? Is there smoke pouring from your truck’s exhaust pipe? Whether you’re burning oil, your engine is on its last leg, or has simply given up altogether, we can help. And if you’re not sure what you need, we can help with that too.

You’ve noticed an issue with your transmission, or you simply want to make sure the fluid is still at the correct level and looking good. But, you can’t seem to find the dipstick anywhere…what’s the deal? Birch's Automotive & Muffler in Arlington is here to help!

Glow Plugs are an essential component of your diesel engine. However, a faulty glow plug can go unnoticed or be neglected for quite some time; your truck will still start and run, so it’s an easy issue to overlook. At Birch's Automotive & Muffler in Arlington, we want you to know what to look for, and why you should be concerned with a bad glow plug.

At Birch's Automotive & Muffler in Arlington, TN, our objective is to keep your diesel truck on the road, where it belongs. Whether it’s maintenance, repair, or information that keeps you from needing a repair, we do our best to keep you informed on how to best take care of your diesel truck. Cavitation is a leading killer of diesel engines. It’s an interesting process, albeit an expensive one if your diesel engine is a victim of cavitation. From our team here at Birch's Automotive & Muffler, here's what you should look out for:

Has the day finally come to replace your engine? If your engine is tired, worn out, and problematic, we can help at Birch's Automotive & Muffler. First, let's take a look at remanufactured engines; what they are, what ‘remanufactured’ means and why they’re a great way to give your car a new life.

What is an HEUI System you may ask? When it was first introduced, HEUI systems revolutionized diesel technology in groundbreaking ways. Though other technologies have taken the forefront since its development, HEUI systems are still extremely common throughout the diesel industry. From our team here at Birch's Automotive & Muffler in Arlington, TN, here’s a quick look at how these systems work, and what the advantages are of having one.

Here at Birch's Automotive & Muffler in Arlington, TN when your vehicle has a problem we know you want answers, and when it comes to information on pistons or engine building, most of our drivers know little about it. However, there’s some practical information regarding modern engine design that helps you better care for your vehicle, and keep it going strong. Here are some important aspects of modern piston design, and what it means for you that we felt might come in handy.

Obviously, your brakes are essential. However, it’s easy to neglect or ignore brake issues, and even miss them altogether; as long as the truck still stops, many people don’t see the need to have their brakes serviced. From Birch's Automotive & Muffler in Arlington, TN, here are some common brake issues, and why you should fix them.