Crank It Over Automotive

05/20/2026

Must be spring, everyone's winter projects coming in for fine tuning.

05/19/2026

Had this sweet 71 Chevelle SS in last week for an alignment.

05/03/2026

Late model Jeep Grand Cherokee in this week, check engine light on, little rough running on cold start, heavy smoke out of tail pipe w/sweet odor. All tell tail signs of a head gasket. This quick test checks for combustion games in the Cooling system. Fluid should remain blue, yellow is bad.☹️

04/16/2026

Thanks to our friend Deb  we have this beautiful springtime arrangement. 

04/12/2026

I know Bellingham isn't the big city, but never have I ever..................

04/04/2026

Who knew putting plastic cooling tubes in an engine valley, under a supercharger in a high heat area would be a bad idea? It's ok they'll fail out of warranty and the manufacturer will be happy to sell you upgraded aluminum replacements.

03/22/2026

Modern vehicles no longer have "dip stick" level indicators to check your transmission fluid kevel/condition. This Jeep was just over 70k miles and almost black.

03/22/2026

Little cabin filter maintenance from earlier this week. Replacement is suggested yearly. This one appears to have been several....

03/15/2026

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What’s that car was everywhere, but now spotting one feels like seeing a cryptid?

03/15/2026

Suns out longer, snows melting away, people are getting spring fever. Good time to think about Maintenance on your vehicle. Filters, brakes, tires, belts. Get your vehicle spring/summer road trip ready.

03/10/2026