Parts and Services

Towbar Rust Failed WOF 

Towbar Rust Failed WOF 

When it comes time for your Warrant of Fitness (WOF) inspection, every part of your car will be checked to ensure good working condition. From the brakes to the engine to the seatbelts, the WOF covers it all (see a full WOF inspection checklist here). One thing that...
Rusty Brake Disc and Rotors 

Rusty Brake Disc and Rotors 

When you think of your braking system, you probably of the brake pads, or the master cylinder initially. One component that may not come to mind though is the brake rotors or discs. Though they are not the main components in the system, your car would not be able to...
Rusty Suspension Hamilton

Rusty Suspension Hamilton

Car suspensions are one of the many parts of your car you probably do not think of in day to day driving. However, they are one of the main contributing factors to the way your drives. The first things you may consider in this category might be horsepower or rate of...
Car Quarter Window Replacement Hamilton

Car Quarter Window Replacement Hamilton

Does your car have a cracked or broken quarter window that needs to be replaced? Grimmer Motors can help. What causes car windows to break or crack? The main causes of broken or cracked windows are: Theft and vandalism: Probably the most common cause of smashed...
Different Types of Car Batteries Hamilton

Different Types of Car Batteries Hamilton

Are you using the best type of battery for your car? Is it the most cost-effective? Does it have  a long shelf-life? How long do you have to wait to charge it? Reading about all the different car battery types can get a bit confusing. It would help to remember that...
Rusty Brake Pipes Hamilton 

Rusty Brake Pipes Hamilton 

Just like many other parts of your vehicle, your brake pipes can be subject to rusting. A brake pipe is a rigid pipe within the brake system that transfers the brake fluid that has been pressurised from the master cylinder (foot pedal) to the brake hoses. If your car...