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Bob's Auto Service – La Crosse, WI

A full service, automotive repair and maintenance shop

Bob's Auto Service - La Crosse, WI

Hours: Mon - Fri 7:30am - 5:00pm
Address: 1003 W Ave South
La Crosse, WI 54601
Phone: 608-782-1375

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Help! My windshield will not clear.

Bob's Auto Service - La Crosse, WI Posted on October 27, 2020 by Mechanic BobOctober 27, 2020
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Yikes!  A foggy windshield can stop you in your tracks.  With winter season upon us, having a windshield that will clear properly is very important; not only for your sanity, but also for your safety. The cause could be as simple … Continue reading →

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What’s the difference between a cabin filter and an air filter?

Bob's Auto Service - La Crosse, WI Posted on September 23, 2020 by Mechanic BobSeptember 23, 2020
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That’s a really good question. Most people don’t even know that their vehicles have both types of air filters.  Let’s start with how they are the same.  Cabin and air filters stop harmful debris, dirt and air traveling contaminants from … Continue reading →

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Fall Headlight Safety

Bob's Auto Service - La Crosse, WI Posted on September 11, 2020 by Mechanic BobSeptember 10, 2020
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   I absolutely LOVE Fall!  The weather is great and the tree colors are vibrant and beautiful.  The Fall season also means less daylight hours. The Car Care Council would like us to be aware that with less daylight means … Continue reading →

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Turn Signal–Throwback Thursday

Bob's Auto Service - La Crosse, WI Posted on September 10, 2020 by Mechanic BobSeptember 10, 2020
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For this Throwback Thursday we are taking a look at the history of the flashing turn signal lights.  You know, the ones you wish everyone would use. Florence Lawrence, an actress in the 1920’s, designed an “arm” . This “arm” … Continue reading →

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History of the Auto Dimmer Switch

Bob's Auto Service - La Crosse, WI Posted on August 27, 2020 by Mechanic BobAugust 27, 2020
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Before you read this post, what do you think changed with the dimmer switch?  Was it a change in performance, size, location or something else?   If you said size and location, you would be right! For us Baby Boomers, … Continue reading →

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Car Care Aware–More Spring Tips

Bob's Auto Service - La Crosse, WI Posted on April 21, 2020 by Mechanic BobApril 21, 2020
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April is Car Care Awareness month and the National Car Care Council (carcre.org) would like to remind you of ways you can give a little TLC to your vehicle during April. Check all your lights for any burned out bulbs–this … Continue reading →

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Conventional Oil, Synthetic Oil

Bob's Auto Service - La Crosse, WI Posted on February 6, 2020 by Mechanic BobFebruary 6, 2020
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Conventional Oil, Synthetic Oil…they’re all the same right?  Not anymore. At one time all cars used conventional oil with different weights like 5W-30 , 5W-20, 0W-20. In the early 1970s synthetic oil started to be used slightly. In 2000, the … Continue reading →

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My heater smells sweet. Why?

Bob's Auto Service - La Crosse, WI Posted on November 5, 2019 by Mechanic BobNovember 5, 2019
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A sweet smell when turning on your heat could be an indicator that the heater core has a small leak. The same coolant that cools your engine runs through small tubes in the heater core. If one of these tubes … Continue reading →

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How important is my car’s fuel filter?

Bob's Auto Service - La Crosse, WI Posted on July 9, 2019 by Mechanic BobJuly 9, 2019
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The fuel filter for your vehicle, actually, is a very important part. All vehicles have a surprising number of small, inexpensive parts that can lead to expensive engine damage when they fail. One of these is the fuel filter. It’s … Continue reading →

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Why is changing the cabin air filter so important?

Bob's Auto Service - La Crosse, WI Posted on July 8, 2019 by Mechanic BobJuly 8, 2019
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Why is changing the cabin air filter so important? Glad you asked! As you can see from the picture, a vehicle’s cabin filter is at work keeping all kinds of debris from coming into your car.  Another reminder to change … Continue reading →

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Mon 7:30am - 5:00pm
Tue 7:30am - 5:00pm
Wed 7:30am - 5:00pm
Thu 7:30am - 5:00pm
Fri 7:30am - 5:00pm
Sat Closed
Sun Closed

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La Crosse, WI 54601
Phone: 608-782-1375

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