Randy's Service & Towing Inc
1630 High Street, Chester, IL 62233 618.826.2132

Tires and Wheels

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Simple Answers from Randy's Service & Towing Inc for Chester: Tire Tread Depth

Question How can I tell when my tires are worn so much that they need to be replaced? Answer That is a very important question.  As we discuss the matter, keep in mind that one of the most imp...
Published on: Dec 24, 2022

Tires By the Numbers (What Tire Numbers Mean)

You may have noticed your tires have a pretty long number on them.  Yours might start with a letter, then a 3-digit number, followed by a few more numbers and letters.  That string of letter...
Published on: Nov 20, 2022

Nailed It! (Tire Repairs)

We've all been there.  You park somewhere only to return and find one of your tires is flat; you've picked up a nail on the road.  You're hoping you can just have it patched and be on your w...
Published on: Nov 15, 2022

Simple Answers from Randy's Service & Towing Inc in Chester: Winter Tires

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:What is the benefit of winter tires?Randy's Service & Towing Inc Answer:This is a really good question. Most new vehicles in Chester come with all-season tires that work ...
Published on: Apr 10, 2022

Selecting Tires

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:I need new tires. How do I know which tires to get?Randy's Service & Towing Inc Answer:Let's look at selecting new tires in light of three factors: Function, Fit, and Val...
Published on: Apr 05, 2022

The Fallacy of Cheap Tires Sold in Chester

New tires are a big ticket item for most Chester drivers. You're not only concerned about the price, but you want to know that it'll be a long time before you need to buy new tires again. And of cour...
Published on: Mar 27, 2022

Winter Tires

Let’s talk about winter tires.  We’re not talking about all-season tires here, but dedicated winter tires. Modern winter tires do a terrific job in a wide range of winter conditions....
Published on: Jul 06, 2021

Are You Going Nuts? (Lug Nut Replacement)

If your vehicle has a few years on it, you've no doubt had your tires rotated a few times. That means, of course, that a technician has loosened the lug nuts (which hold the wheels on) to remove the w...
Published on: Sep 02, 2020