I think over the years I've seen some posts here about tire places. There are lots of these Mom and Pop places in Newark and Elizabeth.

One of them was San Juan Tire on Rt 21 in Newark. I had come to know the owner and his nephew Richie. Hard working guys. Unfortunately the owner was a stubborn guy and didn't listen to the Dr's advisory to watch his health and what he ate, so he died. RIP.
The place was for sale for an outrageous price and now sits empty in front of a gigantic new Car wash and oil change place.