The engine is the most expensive part of your vehicle to ignore. A knock you keep driving on, or a temperature gauge you watch instead of act on, can turn a few hundred dollar fix into a few thousand dollar one. We would rather catch it early.
Listen to What the Engine Is Telling You
Engines usually warn you before they fail. A knock or tick that was not there before, a rough idle, a loss of power, a ticking that changes with the throttle, blue or white smoke from the tailpipe, or a check engine light are all worth a look. So is any fresh leak that leaves a puddle where you park.
We diagnose the real cause instead of throwing parts at it, then handle everything from minor repairs to major work. When an engine is truly done, we will give you a straight answer on whether a replacement makes sense or whether it is time for a different vehicle.
Cooling System Service
Overheating ruins engines faster than almost anything else, and sitting in summer traffic around Harrisburg does not help. The cooling system is your engine's protection, so we keep it in shape with radiator, water pump, thermostat, and hose service. If your temperature gauge is creeping up or you smell coolant, get it in before it turns into a head gasket.
- Engine diagnostics and repair
- Engine replacement when it is the smart call
- Radiator and cooling system repair
- Water pump, thermostat, and hose replacement
- Belt and hose replacement
- Fuel injection and fuel system service
- Ignition system repair and maintenance
Over 40 Years Under the Hood
There is not much we have not seen in four decades of fixing engines. If something under your hood does not sound or feel right, bring it to Gross's Mechanic Shop for an honest assessment before it gets worse. Call 717-938-2704.