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Repairs - Purcell Tire and Service locations can handle almost any type of vehicle repair. Below is some helpful information about common types of repair.
Diagnostics - Since 1936, Purcell Tire has provided quality products and services including diagnostic services and complete automotive repair.
Oil & Lube - To make sure your engine is protected at all times, your vehicle manufacturer recommends changing the oil and oil filter regularly. This will keep you engine working its best and may avoid costly repairs down the road.
Brakes - No matter what your brake system needs, Purcell Tire is here to help ensure that your car braking system is functioning correctly.
Batteries - We work with you to create an understanding of your car's battery and electrical system, and how to keep both healthy so you stay on the road.
A/C Service - To make sure all the parts and components of your Heating and A/C system are working properly, Purcell Tire recommends having your system checked at the beginning of each season.
Tires - Getting the most out of your tire investment includes the proper care and maintenance that you can do along with the tire-related services we do at Purcell Tire.

Load Index

The load index (87) is the tire size's assigned numerical value used to compare relative load carrying capabilities. In the case of our example the 87 identifies the tires ability to carry approximately 1,201 pounds.

The higher the tire's load index number, the greater its load carrying capacity.

89 = 1,279 pounds

88 = 1,235 pounds

87 = 1,201 pounds

86 = 1,168 pounds

85 = 1,135 pounds

 

A tire with a higher load index than that of the Original Equipment tire indicates an increase in load capacity. A tire with a load index equal to that of the Original Equipment tire indicates an equivalent load capacity. A tire with a lower load index than the Original Equipment tire indicates the tire does not equal the load capacity of the original.

Typically, the load indexes of the tires used on passenger cars and light trucks range from 70 to 110.

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