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3 YEAR | 100,000 MILES NATIONWIDE PARTS & LABOR WARRANTY
Whether you’re looking for an upgrade, or your old tired engine finally bit the dust, Hamby's Automotive Inc in Cumming, GA has the quality mechanics you need and the right choice for you in JASPER® Engines which is the nation's leading provider of remanufactured engines. Remanufactured Gas Engines from Jasper Engines & Transmissions offer a proven, economical, and reliable means of extending the life of your present vehicle or equipment.
JASPER remanufactured gas engines are built to meet or exceed original equipment manufacturer measured tolerances, and most applications are covered by a 3 year | 100,000 miles nationwide, transferable parts and labor warranty. These are completely remanufactured engines with all new wear parts, exacting tolerances, and run-tested reliability.
As a local business, it is our mission to treat every customer with the courtesy and respect we show each other. We work hard to make sure that EVERY service we perform is completed with attention to detail and the quality we'd want for ourselves which is why we offer high-quality solutions we know will stand the test of time like JASPER remanufactured engines which are backed by a Nationwide Parts & Labor 3 Year | 100,000 Mile Warranty.
USED ENGINE REPLACEMENT FACTS
We get that question from our Cumming drivers and the answer is quite simple; with a used engine you are gaining just that; a used engine has not been completely inspected and cleaned with intensive testing. NO WARRANTY. The engine history is not known and it is a failure waiting to happen. A JASPER remanufactured engine is completely cleaned, disassembled, inspected, all components replaced, tested, and meets or often EXCEEDS factory OEM standards and backed by a Nationwide warranty. Used components are pulled directly from a vehicle – typically a junkyard vehicle – and generally not even so much as a surface is cleaned. There are no provisions for disassembly, internal cleaning, or inspection with a used component. Used or junkyard engines may have high mileage and there is NO maintenance history so you have no idea what could have happened to that vehicle's part before hitting the junkyard. Many used or junkyard engines were involved in an accident, immersed in water, or fallen off a cliff. When we replace your engine with a USED Engine, our technicians here at Hamby's Automotive Inc in Cumming simply replace the engine from a used vehicle that is the same make & model. It may be more affordable, but we do not recommend due to your vehicle being back on the road without a warranty.
REBUILT ENGINE FACTS
To rebuild an engine, we recondition, clean, inspect, and replace severely worn or broken parts in the engine. Serviceable parts are reused within the manufacturer's acceptable wear limits. The quality of rebuilt engine components varies widely and many come with only a limited warranty not a full parts and labor 3 Year / 100,000 Mile Nationwide Warranty. Here our technicians take the unit and break it down replacing the parts that are needed and ONLY those parts so that you are back on the road. This is a good fix if it is a clear and simple issue and very MINOR damage but fits only a very small margin of our Cumming drivers. The warranty, if any is very limited.
REMANUFACTURED JASPER® ENGINE FACTS
Remanufactured engines are as close to new as possible without having a big price tag. Most wearable parts are automatically replaced. All core material is closely inspected and checked against original equipment specifications for correct dimensional tolerances. Replacement parts are new or requalified. If new, parts are made in the same production processes as original equipment. A JASPER® remanufactured engine is taken down to the basics with most wearable parts replaced. All core material is closely inspected and checked against original equipment specifications for correct dimensional tolerances. Replacement parts are new or requalified. If new, parts are made in the same production processes as original equipment. Testing is performed to manufacturer specifications and original production standards. With JASPER® remanufactured engines you get tolerances that meet or exceed those of the OEM (original equipment manufacturer). Live-run testing is performed to ensure manufacturer specifications and original production standards are met or exceeded. It simply is rebuilt and put back in new condition which is why they back it with such an in-depth nationwide warranty, that in many cases, is better than a new component warranty. Completely remanufactured, for a lot less than imagined.
You drive away from our shop with confidence with a JASPER® remanufactured engine and a warranty and our Cumming drivers have proven that time and time again to be a great choice.
BUY A NEW OR USED VEHICLE VS. JASPER®
FACTS ON NEW VEHICLES, SHOULD YOU BUY VS FIX IT?
- We know that you automatically lose money when you drive off the lot with your new vehicle. The average is $2000 - $3000 in value!
- Your wholesale value depreciates by 35-50% in the first 2 years
- In 3 years, an average new car loses 54% of the original purchase value
- New vehicles carry higher tax, licensing, and insurance costs
- Trade-in value on your vehicle while not operating at 100% is much - much less
FACTS ON USED VEHICLES
- Lose $1000 – $1200 in value when they leave the lot
- May have a minimal warranty if any
- May have hidden problems requiring expensive repairs
- Trade-in value on your vehicle while not operating at 100% is much - much less
With a quality JASPER® remanufactured engine and professional installation from our shop here in Cumming, you can drive away with confidence. That is why JASPER® Engines have a 3 YEAR | 100,000 MILE PARTS & LABOR NATIONWIDE WARRANTY which is transferable so where your engine goes, the JASPER® warranty follows. We provide this quality solution for our customers because of the exceptional quality JASPER®R provides backed by 80 years of experience in the remanufactured drive train industry.
JASPER® ENGINE PROCESS
THOROUGH CLEANING
Every JASPER® reman engine is completely disassembled. Blocks, heads, connecting rods, crankshafts, and camshafts are thoroughly cleaned through a variety of processes to remove contaminants that can result in premature wear to internal engine components and early engine failure.
CRANKSHAFTS
Crankshafts are precision machined to exact tolerances with no odd size bearings or journals. Thrust surfaces (domestic engines) are micro-polished to provide precise surface finishes for smooth engine operation and reduced thrust bearing wear. Every journal is inspected and measured with critical accuracy. After machining, oil holes are chamfered to improve lubrication and every journal polished to a smooth finish for long bearing life. Crankshafts are thoroughly cleaned with special emphasis on flushing and brushing out oil passages to remove any contaminants.
CAMSHAFTS
Camshafts are inspected for wear, dimensional accuracy, and gauged for straightness. Camshaft lobes are carefully machined to correct specifications. Each shaft is Parco-Lubricated to improve lubricant adhesion, especially during break-in. Any camshaft not meeting the high JASPER® specification requirement is replaced.
CYLINDERS
Cylinders are bored and honed to exact specifications. Most gas engines are torque plate honed - a process we learned from our involvement in NASCAR - that eliminates cylinder distortion after the head is bolted and torqued to the block. This process eliminates a major cause of engine blow-by. Blocks are carefully inspected for cracks and flaws through procedures such as magnetic particle inspection. Cylinder finish and size are closely monitored to industry surface finish standards as well as for accuracy and consistency. This assures smooth piston travel and engine performance. JASPER® guarantees no odd size cylinders. The block to head mating surface is closely inspected and resurfaced as required to provide the correct surface finish for today's gasket materials.
CONNECTING RODS
Connecting rods are machined and gauged to within a half a thousandth for improved operation, especially in today's engines. Rods are carefully machined to avoid taper and to the standard diameter of original equipment. All rods are checked for bend and twist to assure smooth operation.
HEADS
Heads are carefully inspected for cracks and flaws through procedures such as magnetic particle inspection. Every head is resurfaced to exact dimensional tolerances and the surface finish is carefully monitored for proper sealing with the block. Valve seats and guides are machined to exact specifications or replaced to assure correct valve alignment and seating and optimum engine performance.
ASSEMBLY
Every gas engine is precisely assembled by trained JASPER builders. Attention to such details as a final wash of new and machined parts and pre-lubricated camshafts, pistons, and crankshaft journals assures a clean, smooth-running engine that performs to your expectations.
TESTING
JASPER® live tests every popular Complete domestic and import reman engine with recorded inspections of temperatures, oil pressure, vacuum, and compression. Engines are black-light inspected to assure there are no oil leaks. JASPER's testing is one of the many ways we assure your satisfaction.
QUALITY CONTROL
Consistent quality is maintained through a continuous training program of technicians, many of whom are ASE certified, backed with statistical process control. Technicians are also JASPER® Certified for specific engines and job functions. Quality audits of all areas of the engine are scrutinized for cleanliness, surface finish quality, lubrication, clearance, and wear patterns.
WARRANTY 3 YEAR | 100,000 MILE NATIONWIDE, Parts & Labor *transferable
Here at Hamby's Automotive Inc in Cumming, we install JASPER® with confidence as we know the high level of quality that goes into every unit and the dedication that goes into each unit developed at the factory. They are number one in the nation for a reason and yet still maintain that shop next door attitude where every engine is important! Their warranty is one of the best in the business.
*3 YR | 100,000 Mile Complete engines for passenger cars and light-duty trucks receive a (whichever occurs first) parts and labor warranty.
*Ambulance, off-highway vehicles, package delivery, police, snow removal, taxi, tow truck, or any vehicle over 1 ton, 18 months, or 100,000 miles, (whichever occurs first.)
If you are looking for an engine replacement solution, talk to our team of technicians at Hamby's Automotive Inc in Cumming to see which JASPER® solution is right for you. We can assure you it will add value to your vehicle and is the best choice for your pocket plus deliver peace of mind.
3 YEAR | 100,000 NATIONWIDE PARTS & LABOR WARRANTY
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We are a full service mechanical facility. At Hamby's Automotive Services we do all of own work. We can control the quality that goes into the job we do by completing machine shop work "on site". This not only saves you time by eliminating the need to ship your valuable parts to an outside source for this work, it enables us to keep the quality higher. If you are in need of our services, please Contact Us and we will be happy to assist you.
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24/7 Wrecker Service Call: (678) 776-6844
The Hamby's Automotive fleet of five wreckers are on call 24 hours a day - 7 days a week. We have a "non-consenual" towing permit issued by the State of Georgia, which allows us to remove abandoned vehicles without the owner's consent, a service that not all wrecker services can provide. So, if you are in need of towing, please give us a call and we will be happy to assist you. It's another way that we here at Hamby's are working hard to serve your needs here in Cumming Georgia!
Thank you for letting us serve your needs since 1945 from M.L. "Shorty" Hamby and the entire family!
FREE COMPUTER ESTIMATES
In our Body Shop we have two Car-O-Liner frame machines and a computerized Bear 4-Wheel alignment system. We have a state-of-the-art Saico downdraft spray oven and a Binks cross draft spray booth. Our I-car trained technicians occupy 20 work stalls to complete all types of collision repair as well as alignment, air condition service, and computer diagnostics. We are a Preferred Repair Shop for most major insurance companies. We welcome all insurance estimates and customer pay repairs.
All completed work carries a lifetime written warranty for the original owner. Talk to our team today!
Tune-up Services for ALL Vehicles
Do you find your vehicle acting: Sluggish. Squealing. Unreliable. Vibrating? If any of these descriptors fit your vehicle’s recent behavior, it just might be trying to tell you something. Bring your car, truck, SUV into Hamby's Automotive Inc in Cumming, GA for a tune-up and discover a "faster-smoother" drive. Cars and trucks need general service and especially a tune-up to avoid BIG repair bills or serious damage. It doesn't matter the type of vehicle you drive: compact or luxury sedan, standard truck or SUV, our certified mechanics will provide professional repairs during service visits that will help you avoid big-ticket repairs.
What does a tune-up include?
Auto Repairs
Wheel Alignments
Oil & Filter Changes
Tire Rotations
Radiator & Engine Power Flushes
Battery Service
Timing Belt Replacement
Cooling System Service
Performance Upgrades
Here at Hamby's Automotive Inc in Cumming, GA we also perform preventative maintenance and thoroughly inspect your ride on EVERY visit looking for potential problems. Be sure to drive wisely and keep your vehicle in the best possible shape by abiding by the vehicle's recommended service schedule!
Today’s vehicles differ significantly from their decades-old brethren that required a tune-up every 10,000 or 20,000 miles. With newer vehicles, it’s increasingly common for manufacturer-recommended service intervals to stretch to 100,000 miles before certain maintenance items, such as replacing the spark plugs, should be completed.
That doesn’t mean, however, that routine maintenance or potential warning signs can or should be ignored. After all, replacing a vehicle is expensive. A more economical alternative is to take care of the one you’re already driving. Start by paying attention to what your vehicle might be trying to tell you and by recognizing these 9 signs that it’s time for a tune-up or maintenance.
Here are 9 signs that you need a tune-up.
1. Warning lights Those little indicators on your dashboard that light up when starting the car and that sometimes stay illuminated are there for a reason – to indicate a problem or potential problem with a vehicle system or component. Pay attention to these indicator lights, and when they illuminate, get them diagnosed at your earliest opportunity. They could be indicating something as simple as a burned-out taillight or a more serious problem, such as a transmission failure. Diagnosing and fixing a minor problem can help you avoid a much bigger and costlier problem down the road.
2. Stalling If your vehicle suddenly begins stalling at intersections, when you try to accelerate, or at other times, not only is this a warning sign of trouble lurking but it also can put you in a dangerous situation. Engines are designed to deliver reliable performance, particularly when you need it most, such as merging onto a highway. The cause could be fouled spark plugs or a clogged fuel filter, or something else entirely. If you find your vehicle is stalling unexpectedly, then give us a call and describe the situation then bring it in as soon as possible.
3. Hard starts You’re allowed to be a little sluggish first thing in the morning. Your vehicle isn’t. If it won’t start when you need it to, if it takes several turns of the key before it does start, or if it starts but won’t stay running, you’ve got a problem. It could be a weak battery or a defective starter or a host of other problems. Keep an eye on it and see if there is a pattern of when it happens then give us a call OR if you feel concerned at any time, simply call us here at the shop!
4. Poor fuel mileage If you feel like you are filling the gas tank more frequently even though you’re driving the same distance and you’re confident no one’s taking your car for unauthorized late-night spins, your vehicle might be experiencing a reduction in fuel mileage. You’re getting fewer miles out of a gallon of gas, and you need to find out why. A sudden decrease in fuel mileage indicates the vehicle isn’t operating as efficiently as it should. Maybe it’s improper tire pressure or a sticking brake pad or just time for a tune-up. Track your baseline fuel mileage so you know what it should be before a problem occurs. Lower fuel mileage is always a sign of something different happening inside your engine and should work like a "check engine light" on your dash!
5. Soft or noisy brakes Your vehicle’s brakes are supposed to bring you to a stop quietly, without you having to put your foot through the floor pressing on the brake pedal. If your brakes squeak unmercifully or you feel a rhythmic vibration when the brakes are applied, there’s a good chance something’s wrong. The same goes for a brake pedal that feels “soft” or “spongy” when you press down on it, requires a lot of leg power, and doesn’t stop until you’ve almost reached the floor. Brake pads, rotors, and brake fluid are items that wear down and need to be replaced and maintained periodically. Never wait until you have NO brakes, any changes in your brakes are important, and we'd love to hear about it before an accident!
6. Other unexplained noises If your brakes are quiet but other unwelcome noises have suddenly appeared on the scene, trouble might not be far behind. Common culprits include squealing when turning the steering wheel at low speeds – a possible indication of a low power steering fluid level; squealing from under the hood when the vehicle is started – possibly a loose or worn belt; noise from one or more wheels or perhaps an unbalanced tire or a failing CV joint. Whatever the reason, noise isn’t good, particularly if it’s a sound that wasn’t there previously. You know your vehicle better than anyone else as you drive it continuously so if you are concerned at any time, simply give us a call or bring it by the shop.
7. Rough shifts Automatic transmissions take the work, and guesswork, out of shifting. They’re smooth, reliable, and efficient – until they’re not. If your vehicle hesitates when shifting from reverse to drive or vice versa if gear changes are rough or abrupt if the vehicle is upshifting or downshifting sporadically and when you least expect it, or if it has trouble shifting into a higher gear as engine RPMs climb, your transmission needs attention. The gears that make your vehicle go depend on transmission fluid, filters, and screens all of which require periodic maintenance for protection and long life. Your transmission should shift smoothly and if it is not doing so let us know before it becomes a larger issue.
8. Sluggish acceleration or a loss of power This can be a dangerous problem. Sometimes you have a need for speed, and power, such as when merging onto a highway, passing another vehicle on a two-lane road, or towing a trailer uphill. When the power you’ve come to expect and rely on suddenly isn’t there, it can cause a sticky situation. While regular maintenance can help prevent these problems from occurring, if you do notice a reduction in power, get it checked out to determine the cause.
9. Vibration The sudden appearance of a vibration that isn’t caused by rough road conditions is a red flag. You might only feel it in the steering wheel at a certain speed or it may seem to go throughout the whole vehicle. It could indicate a variety of problems, including worn or unbalanced tires, a tire going flat, or a failing universal joint, among other problems. Document where it happened and at what speed as well as how it felt (was it in your hands on the wheel or did you feel it under your seat or feet) You get the idea.
A good starting point – Your vehicle owner’s manual Your owner’s manual is the solution to preventing many common vehicle problems in the first place. In addition to your trusted technician, this handy little book is the authority on when your vehicle and all its complex systems require maintenance. These service intervals are clearly spelled out in the maintenance section and detail the recommended mileage and time intervals at which maintenance should occur. Refer to the manual regularly, follow its recommendations, listen to what your vehicle is trying to tell you, and act on those warning signs if you want to experience fewer vehicle-related problems. The owner's manual is there for your convenience and if you can't find it the 2nd option we tell our Cumming drivers is that it may be "worth a Google" if they can't reach us at the shop.
Call us at Hamby's Automotive Inc in Cumming, GA if you have any issues at all or feel unsure about the safety of your car, truck, SUV! We are here to ensure the safety and longevity of your vehicle. Saving you money and keeping you on the road is simply what we do!
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