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he most common warning signs (from most revealing to least revealing) are:

• over 10,000 kms since last lube
• oil leaks on driveway
• smoky exhaust fumes
• carbon build-up on exhaust
• dirty oil

What could happen if I just ignore the problem?

You face the risk of:

• complete ignition failure
• a seized engine
• a blown head gasket
• loss of steering control

What does a Full Lube Service involve?

Our Full Lube Service includes the following:

• drain and replace oil
• install new oil filter
• complete chassis lubrication
• check battery
• check and fill transmission fluid
• check differential
• check air filter
• check power steering fluid
• check brake fluid
• check tyre pressures
• check coolant level
• check belts and hoses
• check wiper blades
• check windscreen washer level

How will a Full Lube Service improve my motoring?

Apart from eliminating the problems and future risks, you will enjoy:

• reduced engine wear
• increased fuel efficiency
• quieter engine

How much does a Full Lube Service cost?

For a standard four-cylinder, petrol-powered car (manual or automatic), a Full Lube Service starts at $140 including GST, oil and filter.

For most other cars (diesels, 4WDs; high performance vehicles; 6 and 8 cylinders), a Full Lube Service starts at $190 including GST, oil and filter.

What should I do now?

We suggest you:

• Phone us on (06) 844 7037 to book your car in; or
• Bring your car in for a FREE 5 minute appraisal and quote (Yes! We provide FREE written WINZ quotes); or
• Phone us on (06) 844 7037 for more information – we’re more than happy to advise you!

A transmission flush is only relevant for automatic transmissions. The most common warning signs (from most revealing to least revealing) are:

• difficult or impossible to select gears
• slipping occurs during gear shifts
• frequently missing gear shifts
• discoloured transmission oil ie. a dark brown colour (in most cases it should be red)
• transmission oil smells burnt
• over 30,000 kms since last transmission flush

What could happen if I just ignore the problem?

You face the risk of:

• a total inability to select gears, 
• leading to a possible roadside 
• breakdown
• causing extensive damage to transmission, costing you thousands of dollars to repair

What does a Transmission Flush involve?

Our Transmission Flush includes the following:

• check transmission pipes and hoses
• replace transmission oil
• circulate and filter transmission oil
• add transmission flush & treatment additives
• check operation of transmission

How will a Transmission Flush improve my motoring?

Once we have finished the job you will enjoy:

• smoother gear changes
• extended life of your transmission

How much do Transmission Services cost?

For most vehicles, a transmission services start at $300 including GST, plus parts and oil. 

However, an extra charge will apply for vehicles that require a special grade of oil; or vehicles that require more than six litres of oil (we can advise you of this before the job is started). 

What should I do now?

We suggest you:

• Phone us on (06) 844 7037 to book your car in; or
• Bring your car in for a FREE 5 minute appraisal and quote (Yes! We provide FREE written WINZ quotes); or
• Phone us on (06) 844 7037 for more information – we’re more than happy to advise you!

This page deals with replacing disc brake pads only – not drum brakes. So let’s establish what sort of brakes you have on your vehicle. If you look through the wheel hub and see a shiny round plate behind it, you’ve almost certainly got disc brakes on that wheel. If not, you’ve probably got drum brakes. You’ll need to check front and back wheels as it’s possible to have both.

Does my car need a Brake Disc Pad Replacement?

The most common warning signs (from most revealing to least revealing) are:

• a grinding or squealing noise from the wheels (especially when braking)
• brake pedal pumps up and down more freely than usual
• brakes do not perform properly

What could happen if I just ignore the problem?

You face the risk of:

• failing your next WOF check
• a total brake failure leading to a 
• possible roadside breakdown
• causing extensive damage to brake discs and brake system which could cost you hundreds of dollars to repair

What does a Brake Disc Pad Replacement involve?

Our Brake Disc Pad Replacement includes the following:

• check and lubricate brake caliper slides
• check brake caliper pistons
• check brake pipes & hoses
• check and de-glaze discs
• replace disc pads
• check and adjust handbrake cables (rear brakes usually)
• check for oil leaks

How will a Brake Disc Pad Replacement improve my motoring?

Once your disc pads are replaced you will enjoy:

• improved performance of your brakes
• safer motoring
• increased fuel efficiency
• quieter motoring

How much does a Brake Disc Pad Replacement cost?

Replacing a set of brake disc pads (front or back) costs $160 per set including GST, plus parts. 

Parts usually cost between $50 and $100 including GST.

Please note: we only use quality parts for our brake replacements (this is important when comparing costs with our competitors). 

What should I do now?

We suggest you:

• Phone us on (06) 844 7037 to book your car in; or
• Bring your car in for a FREE 5 minute appraisal and quote (Yes! We provide FREE written WINZ quotes); or
• Phone us on (06) 844 7037 for more information – we’re more than happy to advise you!

The most common warning signs (from most revealing to least revealing) are:

• noisy engine
• warning light appears on dash
• over 80,000 kms since cam belt last 
• replaced
• difficulty starting car
• high fuel consumption

What could happen if I just ignore the problem?

You face the risk of:

• a roadside breakdown causing extensive engine damage, costing you thousands of dollars to repair

What does a Cam Belt Replacement involve?

Our Cam Belt Replacement includes the following:

• check power-steering belt
• check air-conditioning belt
• check alternator belt
• check auto tensioner
• check cam belt idlers
• check external condition of water pump
• check oil seals
• check and replace cam belt*
• check power-steering fluid level
• check and adjust cam timing
• check and adjust ignition timing
• check engine mount
  *cost of belt is extra

How will replacing the Cam Belt improve my motoring?

Once we have finished the job you will enjoy:

• reduced engine wear and damage
• increased fuel efficiency
• quieter engine
• improved engine performance
• greater engine reliability
• easier engine starting

How much does a Cam Belt Replacement cost?

As there are so many options please ask us for a price. 

What should I do now?

We suggest you:

• Phone us on (06) 844 7037 to book your car in; or
• Bring your car in for a FREE 5 minute appraisal and quote (Yes! We provide FREE written WINZ quotes); or
• Phone us on (06) 844 7037 for more information – we’re more than happy to advise you!

This service only applies to manual transmission vehicles. The most common warning signs (from most revealing to least revealing) are:

• difficult or impossible to change gears
• a noise (rumbling or squealing) is heard when using the clutch
• a burning smell emanates from the engine
• oil leaks on the driveway
• clutch pedal is unusually high or low
• high fuel consumption
• slow to move off, slipping sensation

What could happen if I just ignore the problem?

You face the risk of:

• total inability to changes gears, leading to a roadside breakdown
• causing extensive damage to flywheel, costing hundreds of dollars to repair
• oil leaks worsen
• possible damage to your gearbox

What does a Clutch Replacement involve?

Our Clutch Replacement includes:

• check CV or universal joint
• check engine mounts
• change gearbox oil
• check condition of flywheel (and grind if required)
• check oil seals
• align and replace clutch plate
• align and replace pressure plate
• replace release bearing
• check spigot bearing (and replace if required)
• check clutch hydraulics or cable
• check and adjust clutch clearance

How will a Clutch Replacement improve my motoring?

Once we have finished the job you will enjoy:

• easier gear changes
• increased fuel efficiency
• smoother, quieter take off

How much does a Clutch Replacement cost?

As there are so many options with replacing a clutch please ask us for a price.

What should I do now?

We suggest you:

• Phone us on (06) 844 7037 to book your car in; or
• Bring your car in for a FREE 5 minute appraisal and quote (Yes! We provide FREE written WINZ quotes); or
• Phone us on (06) 844 7037 for more information – we’re more than happy to advise you!

The most common warning signs (from most revealing to least revealing) are:

• a clicking noise is heard when 
• accelerating or turning
• vibration in the steering wheel
• a split CV boot
• grease or oil stains on driveway

What could happen if I just ignore the problem?

You face the risk of:

• failing your next WOF check
• a roadside breakdown
• causing extensive driveline damage, costing you thousands of dollars to repair

What does a CV Joint Replacement involve?

Our CV Joint Replacement Service includes the following:

• check CV joints
• check ball joints
• remove CV joint
• clean and inspect axle spline
• replace circlip
• repack and install new CV joint & clips

How will a CV Joint Replacement improve my motoring?

Apart from eliminating the problems and future risks, you will enjoy:

• smoother acceleration
• smoother cornering

How much does a CV Joint Replacement cost?

A CV joint replacement starts at $240 fitted including GST. 

What should I do now?

We suggest you:

• Phone us on (06) 844 7037 to book your car in; or
• Bring your car in for a FREE 5 minute appraisal and quote (Yes! We provide FREE written WINZ quotes); or
• Phone us on (06) 844 7037 for more information – we’re more than happy to advise you!