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At Twisted Metal Off Road & Diesel in Tampa, we know the key to making your vehicle last; good maintenance. An overwhelming percentage of the problems we see, especially the really catastrophic ones, are a result of poor maintenance. While properly maintaining a vehicle can seem a like a bit of a hassle, it is absolutely worth the payoff. Good maintenance is the only difference between a car that lasts 80,000 miles and a car that lasts 400,000 miles. Preventative maintenance and repair when a problem occurs are are your two concerns, and both will keep your car on the road far longer, if observed properly.

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The most important part of your visit to any shop is making sure that your vehicle receives the best repair. While we uphold that standard, the team at Twisted Metal Off Road & Diesel will also go above and beyond to ensure that you get only the best customer service along with a competent repair.

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On a long work day where you need to cool off, nothing is more appreciated than ice cold AC. If your AC isn’t blowing as cold as it should, don’t worry; Twisted Metal Off Road & Diesel in Tampa has you covered.

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Diesel engines are known for their reliability - that’s probably at least partially why you bought one. However, like all things, diesels and their components wear out eventually. Fortunately, the technicians at Twisted Metal Off Road & Diesel in Tampa, FL have you covered. Here are some fuel system issues to watch out for.

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At Twisted Metal Off Road & Diesel in Tampa, we know you’re busy. We also know that while there are certain issues with your car, truck, or SUV you can ignore for a while, some of them shouldn’t wait. While serious issues are often obvious, sometimes they aren’t - ball joints are one such case.

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How long have you been driving? Most people say since they were sixteen years old or even younger. Driving for that long will obviously improve anyone’s driving, but there will always be room for improvement. Whether that’s getting rid of distractions or simply changing how you drive, here are some tips that are sure to better your driving.

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When you get in your car, truck, SUV, or minivan to drive and the A/C does not work what could be wrong? Here at Twisted Metal Off Road & Diesel, we have some simple answers to help you understand how your vehicle A/C system works. The first question we are asked is "Why isn't my air conditioner blowing cold air?" Let's talk about what could be happening. 

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There comes a time in the life of every fleet vehicle or commercial truck when you have to decide - is it time to retire that truck or van, or should you put the money into fixing it? At Twisted Metal Off Road & Diesel in Tampa, FL, we’re here to help.

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