Legacy Automotive Inc
1900 55th St Suite A-102, Boulder, CO 80301 303.396.0555

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How Cool is That! (Coolant level sensor replacement)

Your vehicle’s engine runs hot.  It should, since it’s a series of little explosions that create the power that gets you going where you want to go.  To keep the engine cool, eng...
Published on: Sep 07, 2025

Radiator Fans

{{ image('MzU0') }} Boulder residents who are old enough have probably heard the term “fan belt”. Back in the day the radiator fan in your vehicle was turned by a belt driven by the engin...
Published on: Feb 16, 2025

The Hot Switch (Coolant Vacuum Valve Switch)

When the weather gets cooler, you want the cabin of your vehicle to stay warm.  When you switch on the heat, you may find the air that comes out of the vents just isn't hot.  The problem co...
Published on: Jun 02, 2024

Legacy Automotive Inc Tech Question On Your Cooling System

Question I was driving down the freeway and smoke started coming out of my car.  I pulled over and called my husband.  I had to be towed to my mechanic.  He said my car had overheated....
Published on: Feb 28, 2024

Air Blend Box

You push a few buttons or turn some knobs, and voila! You have air blowing on your feet or cool air chilling your face. But how does all that happen? Well, it's all thanks to ...
Published on: Feb 11, 2024

Legacy Automotive Inc Advice on Your Cooling System

Last week I was out running errands and my temperature warning light came on – total panic!  I pulled over and my car was overheating After it cooled down, I went right in to my service ce...
Published on: Sep 24, 2023

Thermostat

{{ image('MzU0') }} The thermostat is part of your cooling system. Boulder residents' vehicle thermostats perform a similar function to the thermostats in their homes. At home, you set your...
Published on: Aug 15, 2023

Prevent Cooling System Problems In

Cooling system problems are the most common reason for mechanical failure.  And, they’re largely avoidable.  Here’s what you need to know about your cooling system.  First, ...
Published on: May 22, 2023