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Problems with your cambelt can have a detrimental impact to other components of your car; from causing engine damage to issues with your head gasket. Therefore, make sure not to put off cambelt repairs or replacement if the part is experiencing issues.


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Top garages for Cambelt Change in Camborne (13 found)
Pennance Road Garage Ltd
16 Jobs Completed
Redruth
5.0 / 5

At Euro Repar Car Service we specialise in a wide number of services for your vehicle including MOT, Servicing, General Repairs, Clutches & Braking. Contact us today!

Hawkins Motors (Hayle)
Member since 17 November 2015
Hayle

At Hawkins Kia, Hayle, we pride ourselves in offering the highest level of care whether your current model needs servicing, or you are looking to buy a new or used Kia. W

Hayle Garage Services
Member since 13 December 2018
Truro

Hello there! Customer satisfaction is always paramount for us at Hayle Garage Services, with over 37 years’ experience, we have found that our keen attitude towards our c

Rosewarne Downs Garage
Member since 21 December 2011
Camborne

"Rosewarne Downs Garage specialises in working with Subaru and Isuzu cars, our owner has 30 years of experience so you can rest assured that we will carry our all of our

Thomas Auto Tec
Member since 21 December 2011
Hayle

"Thomas Auto Tec is an MOT, servicing and motorhome specialist. For over 40 years we have continued to grow by offering our customers good service and excellent value. We

Peninsula Motor Company
Member since 03 January 2012
Redruth

"Peninsula Motor Company are a family owned independent garage, located in Redruth, Cornwall. We pride ourselves on offering all of our customers a range of quality autom

DC bodyworks
Member since 07 November 2012
illogan

we are a small independent workshop fully qualified to repair all makes of car.We are trained vw/audi and toyota technicians and ata accredited.We can cater for all your

Vintec Automotive
Member since 26 March 2015
Redruth

Vintec Automotive is a new business that I have set up in March 2015. I have over 20 years experience in the motor trade 16 of these has been in main dealers so have a lo

North Country Garage
Member since 10 March 2016
Cornwall

North Country Garage is an independent family run business based in Redruth, Cornwall. Our professional service and renowned expertise makes us the number one choice i

Glassons Garage
Member since 22 March 2016
CAMBORNE

Glasson's Garage has been in operation for over 70 years and is today is run by the 3rd generation Stephen and Sandra Glasson. Keeping in with the tradition of the family

Glimmer of hope
Member since 08 June 2016
Camborne

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Morcos motors
Member since 18 August 2020
Redruth

If you have any mechanical needs at all please don’t hesitate to contact us. We are available for emergencies and breakdowns 24/7. We can offer a pick up and drop off ser

Mayne Garage Services Ltd
Member since 11 November 2020
Redruth

Maynes Garage has been a local family owned garage for over 80 years specialising in Vauxhall vehicles and servicing all makes of cars and light vans. We employ highly

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Book in for Cambelt Change in Camborne
Frequently asked questions
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What is a cambelt and what does it do?

The cambelt helps your engine run efficiently by making sure its valves open and close in sync. It ensures that your engine parts run in harmony and keeps the timings just right to make the engine as efficient as possible.

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Does my car have a cambelt (timing belt) or timing chain?

In order to tell if your car has a timing belt or a timing chain you must inspect your engine. Check the side of your engine, if it has a tinplate or plastic cover, you've got yourself a timing belt. If your engine has neither of those, it has a timing chain.

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Where is the cambelt located?

Where it is located depends on your vehicle:

·      In front wheel drive vehicles, it is usually on the left hand side of your engine

·      In rear wheel drive vehicles, it is usually at the front of the engine, normally protected by a plastic cover

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How do I know my cambelt needs changing?

Signs which point to a problem include:

·      High pitched, whirring engine sounds

·      Juddering when the engine is on

·      Difficulty starting up your vehicle

·      Spots of oil or coolant on your cambelt

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What happens if your Cambelt breaks?

If the component breaks it could cause serious internal damage to your engine, which can be very expensive and at times impossible to fix.

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How long does a cambelt change take?

A cambelt change typically takes 3 to 4 hours, including a water pump replacement. So, ensure to set a whole morning/afternoon aside for the job to be carried out. 

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Should I change my Water Pump and Cambelt at the same time?

Your garage may have recommended a water pump change at the same time as your cambelt replacement. This is because both parts are located in the same area and typically wear out at the same point in a vehicle's life. Changing both parts at the same time can save on future labour costs.

Average rating for  Cambelt Change in Camborne bookings

5.00

3 reviews

What is a Cambelt?

The cambelt is a rubber belt which controls the timing of a vehicle’s internal combustion engines. It is vital in the process of making the vehicle run smoothly as it also ensures the crankshaft and camshaft rotate in synchronisation.

A snapped cambelt is uncommon however tension issues are more widespread.


If the belt is too loose it will end up whipping around inside the engine which will cause a variety of knock on effects and if the belt is too tight it will put a strain on the bearings of the cogs it's fitted to.

A tight belt will cause a whining noise to be emitted from the engine so if you hear this sound make sure to book a repair as soon as possible. You shouldn’t wait until this happens though, as the damage caused by a faulty cambelt will end up costing you even more money in repairs.


Signs that your Cambelt needs Replacing

  • A squealing noise can be heard when starting the vehicle
  • Starting issues
  • A glazed or glossy look to the belt


Cambelt Replacement prices

As you will see in the FAQ section and video above, the cost of a cambelt repair can vary depending on the vehicle and garage. The biggest cost associated with this job type will be the labour itself.

This is because the parts are based deep within the engine and getting to them takes time. The components themselves won’t cost you a huge amount as they are not complex so don’t be surprised to see labour costs making up the biggest part of the bill.

Even if your cambelt doesn’t completely break its important to keep an eye on the component as per the instructions provided by your cars manufacturer, if you leave it for too long, the belt could snap and cause catastrophic engine failure.

The cambelt will need replacing at some point, usually around the 30,000 – 50,000 mile mark but make sure to consult the vehicles owner’s manual to double check as it may vary depending on the vehicle.

If you are looking for cambelt repair or cambelt replacement, WhoCanFixMyCar is the best place to find cambelt change cost online.

Cambelt change is a relatively simple repair and cambelt replacement price should generally be close the the national average as shown at the top of this page.

However, it is impossible to predict cambelt replacement cost as each car is different, as is the extent of damage.



How much to change timing belt?


(A timing belt is another word for a cambelt)

The cost to change a timing belt should not vary from the cost to change a cambelt as they are literally the same thing.

So if you want to know how much to change a timing belt, you can use the form at the top of this page to get a quote for a new timing belt.

If you want to replace timing belt and want to find out the timing belt change cost from local garages, make sure to use WhoCanFixMyCar.

Timing belt replacement cost will vary from one car to another however timing belt replacement should not be the most expensive repair.

Remember, if you want to replace timing belt yourself, don't! Trying to carry out a repair yourself is incredibly dangerous!

Replace timing belt cost will only spiral out of control if you attempt it yourself and then take it to a garage for timing belt change.

The last thing you want is timing belt change cost to increase!



Get Your Cambelt Repaired or Replaced with WhoCanFixMyCar

Finding a mechanic you can trust to do a good job and charge a fair price, is not always easy which is why we have simplified the process.

We work with a network of over 10,000 mechanics and garages across the UK so we can find competitive Cambelt repair deals for you.

To find the best Cambelt Replacement or Repair service available in your region;

  1. Enter your car registration number
  2. Give us a few details about your car and your requirements
  3. We’ll send you a great selection of quotes from mechanics and garages in your area
  4. You can then compare the quotes and read reviews from previous customers to find the best Cambelt deal in your area, before booking the Cambelt Replacement or Repair online.
  5. For more information on the cost of Cambelt Repair, read our dedicated blog post.
Gary from Complete Mechanics speaks to us about Cambelts