Valves on car

In the realm of performance engines, valve adjustments are an essential part of keeping your car running its best. When you add customization to the mix, valve timing becomes even more critical, and it’s important the technician adjusting them really knows their stuff. At Twisted Metal Off Road & Diesel in Tampa, FL, we’ve got you covered.

hand over aircondition

At Twisted Metal Off Road & Diesel in Tampa, we know how important climate control is to your driving experience. Not only does a fully functional heat and AC system keep you warm in the winter, and cool in the summer, it is vital to defrosting windows and keeping the air in your car circulating.

busy street with brake lights on on cars

If your brake lights are giving you trouble, it’s something you want to get fixed. It’s a safety hazard, and you might also get a ticket out of it. Why aren’t they working, and what can you do about it? Twisted Metal Off Road & Diesel in Tampa, FL has the answers.

push to start button on vehicle

With temperatures dropping around the country, it’s understandably tempting to let your car or SUV idle to stay warm. At Twisted Metal Off Road & Diesel in Tampa, FL, one of our goals is to keep you informed on how to best care for your performance and luxury vehicles. 

Tire being balanced in auto shop

Once your new tires are mounted and balanced, you’ll want to keep them in good shape. To get the most out of your tires, inspect them regularly and keep up with maintenance - the difference between a tire that lasts 100k miles, and one that lasts 10k, mostly comes down to how well it’s been taken care of.

wheel bearing

Wheel bearings often go overlooked but have an incredibly important job to perform. Wheel bearings are an integral component of your truck, and when one begins to fail, other problems begin to arise. At Twisted Metal Off Road & Diesel in Tampa, we want you to have the ability to recognize a problem before it turns into a bigger one. Here’s what to look out for.

automotive transmission

Are you considering upgrading to a better transmission on your classic? Twisted Metal Off Road & Diesel in Tampa, FL can help.

If you drive something old, there’s a good chance it has fewer gears than you’d like. With all the 6 and 8 speed transmissions on the road today, it’s hard to imagine that just a few decades ago we were getting by with just 2 or 3 gears. These days, there are some simple swap options - here are some things for you to consider.

suspension bushings

At Twisted Metal Off Road & Diesel in Tampa, FL, we understand how frustrating it is when your vehicle makes mysterious noises that it shouldn’t be making. Here’s a rundown on suspension bushings, to help you figure out what that sound is you keep hearing.

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