The Woodlands Auto Repair

Catalytic Converter Thefts    2020/2021 has provided various challenges for many. Our shop is disheartened to see an increasing number of customers coming in needing a Catalytic Converter. Unfortunately, all these customers had one thing in common, each had their vehicle’s Catalytic Converter cut off and stolen right where their car was parked!   Most Automotive professionals know that Catalytic Converter theft is a wide-spread problem. It’s a billion-dollar black market industry that’s destroying the environment and the lives of so many car owners.    Catalytic Converter theft is not partial to solely Toyota, Dodge, Ford, Chevrolet – this form of theft is a problem with many vehicles today, but Prius has been at the forefront of this issue. On top of that, dealers in many instances are on a national backorder of replacement Catalytic Converters and because of this, repairs are taking much longer.   Metal prices have once ag ... read more

    Schedule a visit with your pet’s veterinarian before your trip so your dog has an updated health and vaccine report. Be sure to ask for a physical copy for quick reference to show to the Kennel, Dog Sitter, Hotel, AirBNB, etc. Minimize the unexpected by calling your hotel, AirBNB beforehand. Make sure you know the pet policy and inquire if they charge a fee for pets. If your dog is not accustomed to road trips, you can get them used to it by slowly introducing them to the vehicle. You can introduce them to traveling in small increments, first drive down the street, next drive around the neighborhood, etc. As your dog gets used to being in the car, you can increase your trips across town and on short day trips before finally taking a long road trip with your dog.  Consider Ordering a Back Seat Dog Protector or seat belt attachment to keep them from attempting to distract you while driving. Exhaustion helps. Make sure your dog is exercised before the road t ... read more

Welcome to the March 2021 blog for Rusty's Garage! With Spring approaching and Spring Break almost upon us, it's time people plan road trips out of state for the week.  But we'd argue that Texas has a lot of charm, and consider that there are many great places to visit on your Spring Break. Take a look at this video from C. T. Bauer College of Business for some great getaway ideas for your Texas Spring Break! Here are notes on all the spots covered in the video: Marfa - North of Big Bend, the Marfa lights are famous. Be sure to check out the Prada Marfa sculpture! Dinosaur Valley State Park - Just West of Glen Rose, a state nature park. Come marvel at dinosaur footprints! Texas Chainsaw House - In Kingsland, the house of the original Texas Chainsaw Massacre film is now a restaurant you can tour! Cadillac Ranch - This art installation is a monolithic exhibit of half-buried classic Cadillacs and invites you to make your own mark with spray paint. Bartlett - An almo ... read more

Welcome to February! This month has some significant highpoints, like Super Bowl LV and Valentine's Day, and at Rusty's, we hope you make the most of these days with your family and friends. But with Spring coming, one of the issues we feel is essential to address is Tornado Season. Most people think of tornadoes as columns of high wind, but they are much more dangerous than just the concentration of gale-force wind in their appearance.  First of all, tornadoes are incredibly unpredictable. They move erratically and with their own logic. Second, tornadoes are not purely wind. They also carry particles and objects caught in their funnel, moving at incredible speeds. It's like a moveable grenade, capable of tearing you apart with its shrapnel. Take a look at this video from Eustace, just three hours to our direct North. A tornado can suddenly cross your path. I know that many drivers would have taken the chance that the tornado would stay on their right and driven ahe ... read more