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Dakota City Auto Repair

RICK'S RADIATOR & HEATER

Rick's Radiator & Heater offers auto repair services to Dakota City, NE

Thank you to our customers from Dakota City! For years, Dakota City residents have chosen Rick's Radiator & Heater for auto repair and auto service. We appreciate the loyalty that we have found from our Dakota City customers.

For new customers, Rick's Radiator & Heater is a leading auto repair shop that has a reputation for honest and dependable repair work. Our services include Brakes, Car & Truck Care, Custom Built Radiators, Custom Vintage & Hot Rod A/C Kits, Domestic Cars & Trucks, Electrical Services, Electronic Services, Gas Tanks, General Services, Heating and Cooling Services, Import Cars & Trucks, Miscellaneous Services, Quick Lube Services, Semi & Ag Radiator Sales & Services, Towing and Undercar Services.

For questions please give us a call at 402-494-1614.

Rick's Radiator & Heater located at 1009 Dakota Ave is where customers go to find affordable, professional car care!

  • Working Hours
    Monday 8:00AM - 4:30PM
    Tuesday 8:00AM - 4:30PM
    Wednesday 8:00AM - 4:30PM
    Thursday 8:00AM - 4:30PM
    Friday 8:00AM - 4:30PM
    Saturday Closed
    Sunday Closed
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    1009 Dakota Ave
    South Sioux City, NE 68776

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    • Vehicle Tips

      According to recent studies, 5 percent of all motor vehicle fatalities are clearly caused by automobile maintenance neglect.

    • Vehicle Tips

      The cooling system should be completely flushed and refilled about every 24 months. The level, condition, and concentration of coolant should be checked. (A 50/50 mix of anti-freeze and water is usually recommended.)

    • Vehicle Tips

      Never remove the radiator cap until the engine has thoroughly cooled. The tightness and condition of drive belts, clamps and hoses should be checked by a pro.

    • Vehicle Tips

      Change your oil and oil filter as specified in your manual, or more often (every 3,000 miles) if you make frequent short jaunts, extended trips with lots of luggage or tow a trailer.

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      Replace other filters (air, fuel, PCV, etc.) as recommended, or more often in dusty conditions. Get engine drivability problems (hard stops, rough idling, stalling, diminished power, etc.) corrected at a good shop.

    • Vehicle Tips

      A dirty windshield causes eye fatigue and can pose a safety hazard. Replace worn blades and get plenty of windshield washer solvent.

    • Vehicle Tips

      Have your tires rotated about every 5,000 miles. Check tire pressures once a month; let the tires cool down first. Don't forget your spare and be sure your jack is in good condition.

    • Vehicle Tips

      Check your owner's manual to find out what fuel octane rating your car's engine needs then buy it.

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      Keep your tires inflated to the proper levels. Under-inflated tires make it harder for your car to move down the road, which means your engine uses more fuel to maintain speed.

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      Lighten the load. Heavier vehicles use more fuel, so clean out unnecessary weight in the passenger compartment or trunk before you hit the road.

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      Use the A/C sparingly. The air conditioner puts extra load on the engine forcing more fuel to be used.

    • Vehicle Tips

      Keep your windows closed. Wide-open windows, especially at highway speeds, increase aerodynamic drag and the result is up to a 10% decrease in fuel economy.

    • Vehicle Tips

      Avoid long idling. If you anticipate being stopped for more than one minute, shut off the car. Contrary to popular belief, restarting the car uses less fuel than letting it idle.

    • Vehicle Tips

      Stay within posted speed limits. The faster you drive, the more fuel you use. For example, driving at 65 miles per hour (mph) rather than 55 mph, increases fuel consumption by 20 percent.

    • Vehicle Tips

      Use cruise control. Using cruise control on highway trips can help you maintain a constant speed and, in most cases, reduce your fuel consumption.

    • Vehicle Tips

      Keep your engine tuned. A fouled spark plug or plugged/restricted fuel injector can reduce fuel efficiency as much as 30 percent.

    • Vehicle Tips

      Inspect the engine's belts regularly. Look for cracks or missing sections or segments. Worn belts will affect the engine performance.

    • Vehicle Tips

      Have the fuel filter changed every 10,000 miles to prevent rust, dirt and other impurities from entering the fuel system.

    • Vehicle Tips

      Change the transmission fluid and filter every 15,000 to 18,000 miles. This will protect the precision-crafted components of the transmission/transaxle.

    • Vehicle Tips

      Inspect the suspension system regularly. This will extend the life of the vehicle's tires.

What our clients say about us?

Reviews and comments from our satisfied customers

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    THE BEST IN THE BUSSINESS !

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    When my car broke down and I was trying to outrun a winter storm, these guys were AMAZING. They got the part I needed right away, charged me a fair price for the part and their work, and even showed me what they had found was wrong with my car and what they did to fix it. They answered all my questions, were incredibly friendly and professional, not to mention they got me in with no notice, and back on the road in 3 hours! I cannot say enough good things about this shop- if you need anything make sure you go to them first!

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    Awesome guys fast friendly service

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    Good value for the work I had done and seem trustworthy.

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    I can't say enough great things about the service we received yesterday! My daughter needed a new radiator and she was given a quote of almost $700 at another shop. I knew that was way too much so we took it to Rick and he did it for less than half of that, and they also cleaned her windows and vacuumed her car out! Rick also replaced my radiator in a car a I had 10 years ago. Great customer service, fast and reliable, and at a great price!

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    I had to have my heater core replaced in my Mitsubishi Eclipse it was done in a timely manner and affordable however there was an issue with the Manufacturer of the heater core but they made it right got me right in and fixed the problem. Cannot thank them enough for their excellent service I will always do business with them. Thank you guys for a great job.

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    Extremely honest and nice people!!!! I would recommend these guys any day! He told me he was busy all the way out to the 16th and I told him I have kids that are sick and I am pregnant he jumped on in within 20 minutes of me walking in. Dan thank you you made a wife and mother extremely happy! Cudos to you!!

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    He had my part in the afternoon and radiator installed in the morning. No problem AWESOME SERVICE

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    I was having issues with the heat in my 2003 Audi. My mechanic referred me to Rick's. My experience was excellent from the 1st phone call. Dan was the guy who helped me. I dropped off the car at noon and the radiator was flushed and heat was back working in a couple of hours. The cost was almost half of the national average which was a bonus. I rarely write reviews but they deserve a "thumbs up."

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    These guys know their stuff. If you have radiator and or ac issues call these guys. They were able to help me immediately and took care of the problem without any hassle. Prices were very reasonable and the ac is nice and cold!