Travelling Mechanic

You should get your vehicle serviced every 5000 kilometers if you are towing or 10,000 klm if you not towing. The things you should look for with your services are: Tyre rotation – front to back, back to the front.  I recommend you get this done every service as it helps with the wear and [...]

A properly installed windscreen will set you back hundreds of dollars, but it’s money well spent when you consider it could save your life if you have an road accident. But it may surprise you to learn the industry is largely unregulated and a cheap deal could do more damage than it is worth.

I have a tip on how to keep your windscreen clean .   Under your bonnet you will find your washer bottle.  All you  need to do is add 1 cap of white vinegar and 1 cap of methylated spirits and fill to the top with water. That will keep the grime of your windscreen, [...]

TOPIC TODAY [BRAKES] If you feel you have a shudder in your front end when you apply the brakes it maybe that the rotors are worn,  and may need a light skim or your brake shoes are getting low. Please check your break fluid under the bonnet of you vehicle.  If it is low, don’t [...]

Just to let family’s and travelers out there know: The festive season is upon us . A lot of people will be heading off on the road for their Christmas break.  It is very important to check all your fan belts for wear, and look for cracks . If you have any wear or cracks, [...]

All vehicles have different tyres  and all aren’t the same size.   They all have different air pressures, running the right air pressure helps with tyre wear and fuel economy. The correct tyre pressure  will help you on the road.  The brand of tyres will make a difference.  Tyres changes for dirt or just for [...]

Topic for the weekend: How many people know what oil a mechanic uses in your car when they do a service? What grade of oil and what brand? Now you will be all in shock when I tell you when you answer back.