Serpentine Belt Service at Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta in Sparta

January 26, 2020

Don't you hate it when you hear that squeal from under the hood when you're zipping down a busy Sparta road? It usually means there is a problem with the serpentine belt. The serpentine belt powers a lot of engine accessories. It runs the alternator - which charges the battery; the water pump - w... More

Automotive Tips from Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta: Causes of Wheel Misalignment

January 19, 2020

When properly aligned, all of your wheels are pointed in the same direction. Your vehicle will track true and handle the way it is designed. Sparta drivers often associate our wheels being knocked out of alignment with an event like a major crash, hitting a pothole, curb or some other object. Whi... More

Why a Trip Inspection Is a Good Idea

January 12, 2020

At Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta we get a lot of Sparta drivers asking about vehicle trip preparation. That's a big deal. You could be driving through mountains and deserts in some pretty lonely areas around Illinois, so it's important to know that the vehicle is up to the task and won't leave you ... More

The Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta Guide to Custom Wheels

January 5, 2020

If you're interested in customizing the wheels and tires on your vehicle, there are a few things you should know first.Most importantly, the wheels you buy need to fit your vehicle. Not all wheels are created equal. Too many Sparta drivers have bought a set of wheels that caught their eye, then,... More

Fuel Injection: It Keeps Getting Better for Sparta Drivers

January 1, 2020

Sparta residents know that engines need to burn fuel to operate. Fuel is pumped from your fuel tank to your vehicle engine where it is squirtedor injectedinto your engine's cylinders. This is the function of the fuel injectors.There are two ways to inject fuel into an engine. Fuel needs air to b... More