Category - Ultimate Guide To Car Maintenance

What is a Rear Main Seal? (And How to Spot it Failing)

By Tim Miller - February 16th, 2024 - 17 Comments - Uncategorized

The rear main seal is essential for keeping oil in your engine and preventing it from leaking out of the crankshaft and into the transmission. This location typically requires removing the transmission to access it, which can lead to a costly re...

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How Much Does a Catalytic Converter Cost? (2024)

By Eve McPherson - February 14th, 2024 - 27 Comments - Uncategorized

On average, a catalytic converter replacement costs between £150 and £900 in the UK - although the price may vary depending on the vehicle you drive and the garage you choose to complete the repair. Most importantly, no matter how mu...

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How Does a Car Clutch Work?

By Eve McPherson - February 7th, 2024 - 0 Comments - Uncategorized

Wondering how the clutch in your car works?

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What Is a Head Gasket? (And 9 Other Things To Know)

By Eve McPherson - February 2nd, 2024 - 0 Comments - Car Care Made Simple

Your car’s head gasket plays a vital role in the engine’s combustion process. Helping to maintain engine power and prevent it from overheating,...

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MOT Checklist: Get Your Car Ready for Its MOT

By Eve McPherson - February 1st, 2024 - 0 Comments - Uncategorized

Checking your vehicle before its MOT test can help increase your likelihood of passing first time - but you have to know what areas to check.

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What Causes a Blown Head Gasket? (And What Does It Sound Like?)

By Eve McPherson - January 31st, 2024 - 28 Comments - Uncategorized

A blown head gasket occurs when the seal between the engine block and cylinder head wears away, creating a distinctive noise. Learn what to look out for here.

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Is It My Clutch or My Gearbox? 8 Common Problems Explained

By Eve McPherson - January 30th, 2024 - 2 Comments - Uncategorized

As the clutch in modern cars lies between the engine and gearbox, it can sometimes be difficult to tell whether it’s your vehicle’s clutch or gearbox that’s at fault. In this blog, we cover the subtle signs and distinct symptom...

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Top 5 Symptoms of a Bad Oil Pump: How to Check & Replacement Cost

By Tim Miller - January 9th, 2024 - 24 Comments - Uncategorized

A bad oil pump can do damage to your car’s engine and limit your vehicle’s overall performance. That’s why it is so important that you know the symptoms of a bad oil pump to look out for. Delaying repairs can lead to engine fai...

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What Engine Oil Does My Car Need?

By Eve McPherson - January 5th, 2024 - 0 Comments - Uncategorized

Choosing the right engine oil for your car is a vital aspect of vehicle maintenance that can enhance your vehicle’s lifespan and performance. Using the right oil will help your car last for as long as possible, but using the wrong oil coul...

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Why Is My Suspension Creaking? (And How to Fix It)

By Eve McPherson - September 27th, 2023 - 0 Comments - Uncategorized

A squeaking or creaking suspension can signal that something is wrong with your car. Not to mention that this can be particularly distracting whilst you drive over speed bumps and uneven surfaces. Read on and find out what causes the suspension...

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