Parts and Services

Fuel Door/Petrol Flap won’t Open – Inspection & Service

Fuel Door/Petrol Flap won’t Open – Inspection & Service

Why Fuel Doors Play Up: Everyday Issues on Waikato Roads Alright, so you’re off to fuel up after a run down Te Rapa Road, tank sitting low because of all that city traffic and stop-start driving. You pull into a BP at Five Cross Roads, flick the lever for your fuel...
Airbag Diagnostics & Replacement in Hamilton

Airbag Diagnostics & Replacement in Hamilton

How do airbags actually work? Right, so let’s break it down – airbags aren’t just another bit of hi-tech fluff in your car, they’re actually a proper lifesaver, especially with how often Hamilton drivers cop a surprise from a pothole on Peachgrove Road, or a kangaroo...
Driveshaft Inspection & Part Replacement

Driveshaft Inspection & Part Replacement

So, what actually is a driveshaft? Right, let’s keep it simple. Driveshaft’s the long metal tube underneath your car that spins around as you drive, transferring power from your gearbox to your wheels (or axle, on some). Without it, your car’s going nowhere...
Leaking Rocker Cover Gasket – Inspection & Replacement Hamilton

Leaking Rocker Cover Gasket – Inspection & Replacement Hamilton

So, What’s a Rocker Cover Gasket Anyway? Alright, if you’ve ever popped your bonnet here in Hamilton (maybe stuck in traffic on Victoria Street or waiting at the lights on Te Rapa Road), you’ve probably seen the top of your engine. Sitting right on top is the rocker...
Tie Rod End – Removal & Replacement

Tie Rod End – Removal & Replacement

What’s a tie rod end, and why should you care? Ever had your steering feel a bit off, maybe a little loose or unresponsive? That could be your tie rod end calling it quits. Tie rod ends are one of those unsung heroes in every car, from the trusty Corolla to those...
Car Coil Springs – Inspection & Replacement

Car Coil Springs – Inspection & Replacement

So, What Exactly Do Coil Springs Do? Alright, let’s get down to brass tacks. Coil springs – or suspension springs – are sort of the unsung heroes under your car. They work along with your shock absorbers and struts, basically making your ride a whole lot smoother. Got...