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Harewood Garage Andover is an independent and professionally run garage offering a wide range of motor vehicle services based at Andover Down in Andover, Hampshire. As leading and experienced car mechanics in Andover, we offer a personal and friendly service to all our customers. We are a Family co...
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We are one of the busiest independent garages in Andover, and just two minutes walk from Andover town centre. The key to our success is our determination to offer good value coupled with an excellent, personal service from our highly trained technicians. We offer: MOTs and repairs, Car servicing,...
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Portway MOT Centre is a family-owned vehicle repair workshop established in January 2006. We offer top quality repair services for motorcycles, cars and other vehicles across Andover. We also offer a free collection and delivery service as well as a free courtesy car if required conditions apply.
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IN'n'OUT Autocentres are experts in vehicle servicing, MOT's & repairs. We were established in 2008 and have over 29 autocentres nationwide. All our workshop technicians are trained to the highest standards. Many of whom have joined us from big brand main dealers. They are car enthusiasts and put as...
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Customers come to us for a car service because we’re the car experts. We know autocare inside out, and our friendly team will keep your vehicle running all year round. Your MOT and full service are carried out by a team of professionals who have extensive knowledge of all types of vehicles. We carry...
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Welcome to Multi Service Centre. We are a family run business, with a great team of very knowledgeable technicians. We are very skilled in all aspects of the trade, whether that be; general repairs, servicing, clutches, add blue faults, timing belts/ chains, engines, welding or recovery.. We pride ...
What are shock absorbers?
When a car is moving over rough or uneven surfaces, shock absorbers help to stop the car bouncing or vibrating too much and ensure that the tyres have full contact with the road surface all the time.
Why are shock absorbers important?
Enormous demands are placed on certain parts of cars when being driven. Shock absorbers are found on a car’s suspension, where they take the strain of all the constant bouncing up and down of the vehicle. Most cars’ wheels also have them. Worn shock absorbers will affect the car’s handling and braking, which can reduce your safety. That's why you must book a shock absorber repair promptly if anything feels wrong with your car's suspension.
How do shock absorbers work?
Shock absorbers have a piston inside them that moves up and down in line with the suspension and, depending on the vehicle, hydraulic fluid or air chambers absorb the energy from the road caused by vibration.
What causes shock absorber problems?
- If a car hits a pothole or curb, a shock absorber might get damaged.
- When a car is in an accident, there is a chance that its shock absorbers will be damaged.
- If the springs in the piston of a car’s shock absorber break or the hydraulic fluid or air leaks out.
What are the signs that a car needs a shock absorber repair?
- It’s hard to know if there is a problem with your shock absorbers as they usually fail over time.
- The pattern of tyre wear looks like cups or is “scalloping,” which is when the tread looks wavy all around, because the tyre isn’t able to stay firmly on the road.
- If a car feels different to drive on a familiar road, its shock absorbers might be worn or damaged
- When a car’s stopping distance is up to 20% further than usual.
- If a car bounces more than it normally would while driving over bumps.
- Whenever a car swings up and down like a boat.
- If a car swerves and dips when the brakes are used.
- On those occasions when tyres start squealing when a car goes around corners.
- If a car’s suspension squeaks.
How long does a shock absorber repair take?
- Replacing a shock absorber is a relatively simple job to perform.
- A standalone shock absorber is connected to a car’s suspension and frame and can be changed quickly.
- A strut shock absorber is harder to change because suspension coil springs and the strut unit have to be removed to get the work done.
How much do shock absorbers cost?
- The cost of an individual shock absorber can be up to £200, but labour needs to be factored in.
- Buying shock absorbers in pairs will lower the cost.
- When shock absorbers are replaced, the suspension mounts are removed and should be changed at the same time, which will add a little more to the cost.
What do you need from your garage?
We all have different needs, and choosing a garage is no different. For some of us, it’s the quality of the overall service which matters most; not just the work that’s done under the bonnet, but the human interaction that comes with it. BookMyGarage allows you to compare Andover garages on everything from their waiting room refreshments or whether having your toddler in tow is going to be a problem, to how clearly the staff can explain the work your car requires.
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