Service & Maintenance
Brake Pads, Rotors & Hydraulic Fluid: Service and Maintenance
Brake Pads, Rotors & Hydraulic Fluid: Service and Maintenance When it comes to vehicle safety, few components are as critical as your brakes. At HG Performance, we emphasize comprehensive brake maintenance to keep drivers safe on the roads of San Marcos, CA, and San Diego, CA. Proper care of brake pads, rotors, and brake fluid…
Read MoreThe Importance of Advanced 4-Wheel Alignments on Sport and Exotic Cars
The Importance of Advanced 4-Wheel Alignments on Sport and Exotic Cars Most sport and exotic car owners focus on engine care, detailing, and routine maintenance. However, many overlook one of the most critical services: the advanced 4-wheel alignment. This service doesn’t just preserve performance—it also improves safety and ensures that every drive feels as precise…
Read MoreThe Importance of Walnut Blasting of the Intake Valves in Direct Injected Engines
Understanding the Problem of Carbon Buildup in Direct injected engines has revolutionized the automotive industry with improved performance and fuel efficiency. Unlike traditional port fuel injection systems, direct injection engines have a vulnerability – carbon buildup on the intake valves. Carbon deposits gradually accumulate on the intake valves, hindering airflow and fuel atomization. This results…
Read MorePorsche 911 GT3 Service
The 911 GT3 is one of Porsche’s more rare and highly sought-after models, but we see them regularly here at HG Performance. In fact, we provide a full range of service and maintenance following Porsche’s official maintenance schedule. We also have plenty of experience with track set-up and modifications for owners looking to enhance performance…
Read MoreNissan GT-R R35 Transmission Service
If you were a fan of the Nissan GT-R during the R32 – R34 era, you were probably as surprised as we were to discover the R35 generation would lose its manual transmission and clutch pedal. For us, that initial disappointment faded quickly once the Nissan GT-R R35’s GR6 transmission showed not only its extremely…
Read MoreHow to Maintain Your BMW’s Performance Over 100,000 miles
Dedicated drivers know there is only one sporty luxury brand that will meet their power and performance standards: the BMW. You see it zip by you on the highway, and it’s enticing, but maintaining a BMW is different than with other cars. With proper maintenance, you can have your beautiful BMW and make it behave,…
Read MoreEverything You Need to Know About BMW Rod Bearings & Their Maintenance
Everything You Need to Know About BMW Rod Bearings & Their Maintenance The BMW S54 inline-6, S65 V8, and S85 V10 engines are some of the most iconic performance motors ever built. At HG Performance, we maintain many of these engines, some approaching 100,000+ miles. Owners often ask us about the infamous BMW rod bearings…
Read MoreEverything You Need to Know About Your Mercedes-Benz A and B Services
Since 1969, Heinz Gietz Autohaus has been San Diego’s most trusted service center for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Every service we provide includes a thorough inspection of the vehicle to look for possible wear, leaks, or other small problems so that they can be treated before they turn into major expenses down the road. In this article,…
Read MoreGetting Your Vehicle Serviced Isn’t Just About Saving Money
We rely on our cars to take us just about everywhere. From home to work, school, and on vacations, your car travels thousands upon thousands of miles in its lifetime, but the longevity and efficiency of your car can be significantly impacted by how often it is serviced. At our San Diego auto repair shop,…
Read MoreThe 30, 60, 90 Rule of Auto Service
Luxury cars, whether BMWs, Mercedes, or Audis, are desired by many drivers all around. As great as luxury cars are, though, they are not immune to outside factors that would lead to a need for repairs. If you want to keep your car looking nice and working well, then you need to be mindful of…
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