Elk City is about 13 miles west of our shop on US-160. Gravel county roads and long drives to town are demanding on tires, and our team provides the flat repairs, sensor service and dependable tires Elk City drivers can count on.
There was a slow leak in my tire. I needed to drive to Wichita the next day and Tony was concerned about my safety so he put on a loaner tire until the replacement tire came in.
Verified Customer · Elk City, KS · Toyota Highlander
That's the kind of call we'd make for anyone. A slow leak before a long trip isn't something we'd send you off with.
Between Elk City, the lake and the farms around it, many miles are driven on gravel and chip-seal. Sharp rock is far more demanding on tires than pavement:
The TPMS warning comes on for a few reasons, and they're worth sorting out:
We test, replace and program TPMS sensors. A SureCritic reviewer from Independence wrote that we "replaced tire sensors in a short amount of time," the same day they called.
Elk City Lake and Elk City State Park sit between Elk City and Independence, with the trails around Table Mound drawing hikers and the lake drawing boaters and campers. If you pull a boat or camper out there, check your trailer tires' age and pressure before the season. Trailer tires usually age out before they wear out.
About 13 miles. Take US-160 east into Independence. We're at 215 N 6th St.
Usually a slow leak, a big temperature drop (pressure falls about 1 psi for every 10°F), or a TPMS sensor with a dying battery. Sensors typically last 5 to 10 years. We can test and replace them.
If you drive gravel regularly, yes. All-terrain tires have tougher sidewalls and deeper tread that resist the cuts and punctures sharp rock causes.
Most days, yes. Call ahead so we can tell you how busy we are.
Ashcraft Tire & Auto Repair – Serving Independence, KS since 1945. From tires and brakes to complete auto repair, our team is here to keep your vehicle safe and reliable. Tell us what you need and we'll call to confirm a time.
