Morken's Repair
1500 Mt. Highway 82, Somers, MT 59932 406.755.3583

Tires and Wheels

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The Fallacy of Cheap Tires Sold in Somers

New tires are a big ticket item for most Somers 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 cours...
Published on: May 24, 2023

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 03, 2022

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: Oct 10, 2022

The Heat is On (Hot Weather Vehicle Concerns)

When the weather gets hot, some of the components of your vehicle are pushed to the limit.  Here are a few things to watch out for as the mercury climbs higher: Your vehicle's air conditioning...
Published on: Jul 03, 2022

Selecting Tires

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:I need new tires. How do I know which tires to get?Morken's Repair Answer:Let's look at selecting new tires in light of three factors: Function, Fit, and Value. Function...
Published on: Nov 03, 2021

Getting the Right Wheels and Tires in Somers

A lot of Somers want custom wheels. When you do this yourself (over the internet . . .) you could run into trouble if you're not careful. Sometimes they just don't fit right: The tires rub in turns or...
Published on: Jul 23, 2021

Simple Answers from Morken's Repair in Somers: Winter Tires

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:What is the benefit of winter tires?Morken's Repair Answer:This is a really good question. Most new vehicles in Somers come with all-season tires that work pretty well in...
Published on: Aug 07, 2020

Tire Replacement at Morken's Repair in Somers

New tire choices can be overwhelming for Somers drivers. Suppose you have an SUV and are trying to decide between all season tires or some that are also rated for off-highway. How much do you drive of...
Published on: Jun 07, 2020