Performance Automotive

06/09/2026

2014 Chevy Impala with the 3.6 liter engine and a 6T70 transmission.
Customer states that approximately 2 weeks after getting new tires installed on their vehicle they began to hear a roaring noise coming from the inside of the car.

Vehicle inspection revealed the following;
Wheel lug nuts tightened far beyond the specifications.
Factory specification for this vehicle is 100 ft. Lbs.
Actual break away torque required to remove the lug nuts was between 180, and 344 ft. Lbs. 👀 😧
Excessive torque on the wheel nuts and studs collapsed the wheel bearing.

Solution;
Replace both rear bearing assembly's, reinstall brakes, properly torquing all 4 wheels...

06/05/2026

2004 GMC Sierra 5.3 L engine with a 4l60 transmission.
Customer states that while driving the vehicle at 55 mph they heard a loud pop noise and then the vehicle started vibrating heavily.

A quick inspection revealed that the rear drive shaft universal joint had lost a cap and was now loose, worn out, and about to break further.

Solution:
Removed driveshaft, replaced universal joint, securing straps, and bolts.

Vehicle back on the road, client happy. .

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Licensed, insured, and accredited...

06/03/2026

Wheel Hop Wednesday...
1995 Ford Mustang 1/4 mile Drag Car.
Came in with a clunky and leaking rear differential.
Found three issues.
Pinion bearing missing a few rollers.
Excessive wear on ring gear.
Axle end play and run out out of correct specifications.
Time for a complete rebuild.
To be installed is a Ford Racing ring and pinion, Yukon hardened axles, all new seals, bearings with racing quick change hubs.
We'll post a video once all parts arrive and rebuild process is complete.

05/03/2026

2013 Kia Rio.
Customer concern: driver's side door doesn't open from the outside, Airbag light, ABS/TCS lights, check engine light and tpms light all on upon arrival.
Diagnosis:
Driver's door lock & latch assembly has excessive wear on the mechanical mechanism causing an overrun on the door release pin.
Dash lights on for two separate issues. A faulty clock spring resulting in the air bag light, and two CAN BUS issues causing the other lights. Corrosion and loose connection on three harness connections.
Solution:
Replacement of the door lock/latch assembly.
Replacement of steering wheel clock spring.
1 HR time to clean connections, and restore correct CAN BUS communication.
Cleared codes and tested..
All dash warning lights are off, the vehicle is operating as intended,
and the driver's side door opens and closes properly..

05/03/2026

2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Front calipers, pads, rotors, and hoses.
Front right CV axle.
We also serviced the transmission,
but we're not showing old burnt fluid in photos.

04/23/2026

Facebook told us we don't post enough. 🤷‍♂️
So here's something from today.
2016 BMW 330I.
Customer installed their own brake rotors and pads purchased from Amazon. After 3000 miles of driving it developed a pulsating sensation in the brake pedal when applying the brakes. He went to a shop they advised him it was a defective and warped rotor. They replaced the rotors on the front.
Less than 2,500 miles later the vibration was back.
Customer brought it to us for a solution...
Pictures tell stories..
Nobody ever cleaned the hubs when replacing the rotors. With straight and good rotors there was more than 0.0076 run out.
That is what was causing the vibration.
Cleaned the hubs properly and installed the brakes.
Now run out was only 0.0014.
Road tested, No vibrations.
This is why you want the professionals at Performance Automotive working on your vehicle...

04/22/2026

In a much needed attempt, we are looking to expand our shop to better serve our community by being more efficient and more capable.
Click on our GoFundMe for a complete story of our company and our mission to serve our community..
Please consider a donation as a way of helping us to help you..
When the new addition is finished, we will be offering a free oil change to all new clients as well as an automatic discount to all of our existing clients.

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03/19/2026

Turbocharged Thursdays..
Removal & Replacement of a 2014 Buick Encore Turbo.
Brand new Rotomaster Turbo with supporting accessories.

03/11/2026

Hyundai Elantra repair work.
Replacement of the radiator, three coolant hoses, valve cover gasket, spark plugs and ignition coils..

01/11/2026

2014 Dodge Grand Caravan 40th Anniversary Edition.
Complete engine replacement was required due to mistake made by a [mobile mechanic].👀🙄
Vehicle was towed to Performance Automotive after a mobile mechanic misdiagnosed an engine issue, and then caused further problems.
After improperly replacing 2 camshafts, he caused an engine timing alignment issue that upon start up caused PTV Piston To Valve interference causing internal engine damage.
This person's attempt to cut corners resulted in having to replace the entire engine. 👀🙄
Pictures have descriptions.🧐
So next time you're gonna contact that mobile mechanic, don't make an 8,000.00 mistake trying to save a few dollars...