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How One Lucky Customer Avoided Total Engine Failure!

The Shocking Discovery

As part of our wet belt service, we stripped the engine and were met with a disaster waiting to happen. The wet belt had started degrading so badly that the teeth were literally falling off in our technician's hands. To make matters worse, the oil filter was completely blocked,...

31.01.2025 14:01 - Comment(s)
The Importance of Regularly Checking Your Brake Fluid: A Vital Safety Tip for Winter Driving in the UK
The Importance of Regularly Checking Your Brake Fluid: A Vital Safety Tip for Winter Driving in the UK
26.11.2024 18:42 - Comment(s)
The Impact of Short Journeys on Your DPF Filter: Potential Issues Explained
Detailed overview of why it is important and cost effective to regularly service and clean your diesel vehicle dfp filer
31.10.2024 05:14 - Comment(s)
What Happens if the Timing Belt Breaks When Driving?
If the timing belt breaks while driving, it can cause significant engine damage. The valves and pistons collide, leading to bends and breaks. Often, the car is written off as the repair costs outweigh the car’s value. For modern cars, this is less likely if the mileage is ...
02.06.2024 10:50 - Comment(s)
Replacing the Wet Belt on the Ford 1.0 EcoBoost
Thurton Auto Centre specializes in the maintenance of Ford vehicles, including the intricate task of replacing the Wet Belt on the Ford 1.0 litre EcoBoost engines. Unlike traditional timing belts, the Wet Belt operates internally within the engine, distinguishing it from its external counterpart.
03.04.2024 01:02 - Comment(s)