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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 Hamilton (55 found)
Drive Motors
689 Jobs Completed
Glasgow
4.9 / 5

Drive Motors is an independent garage based in Blantyre, Glasgow specialising in motor repairs, servicing, mechanical work, body work, MOT's and car diagnostics. Not only

D&G Autocare - East Kilbride
685 Jobs Completed
East Kilbride
4.7 / 5

Proud to be Central Scotland’s No.1 autocare centre, D&G Autocare provide our customers with the best deals on MOTs, tyres, exhausts, brakes, servicing, suspensions,

Budget Tyres & Autocentre
16 Jobs Completed
Motherwell
5.0 / 5

Our mobile technicians ensure they fit into your busy day wherever you are – at home/work. Our fully qualified team are equipped with the latest technology to diagnose

CRD Automotive
142 Jobs Completed
Glasgow
4.4 / 5

We build on our success delivering the best prices in mots servicing and repairs. Being a family run business we offer a personal service to each of our clients and provi

Righead Limited T/A VRS
26 Jobs Completed
Bellshill
5.0 / 5

Local garage offering personal service and quick turn around of vehicles. Excellent facilities and waiting area for customers with vending machine and tea and coffee afte

Falconer Auto Repairs Ltd.
1 Job Completed
Hamilton
5.0 / 5

We are an established local independent garage and are proud to be members of Autofirst Network – a nationwide network of independent garages operating to the Network’s 6

B&C service centre ltd
29 Jobs Completed
Motherwell
4.9 / 5

We do m.o.t servicing tyres any mechanical work bodywork ,insurance claims breakdown.

R and B Autos
12 Jobs Completed
Wishaw
5.0 / 5

We r family business from last about 12 year we r good at our jobs lots happy customers from past

Lanarkshire Motorist Centre
20 Jobs Completed
Bellshill
5.0 / 5

Here at Motorist Centre we are a family run independent garage, who can also offer you a mobile service as well. If we can't fix the vehicle on site then we will transpo

B&B Autocare Ltd
3 Job Completed
High Blantyre,
5.0 / 5

"Based in Blantyre, South Lanarkshire, B & B Autocare Ltd are ideally located for providing quality garage services for motorists in East Kilbride, Hamilton, Motherwell a

Orbiston Street Car Sales
1 Job Completed
Motherwell
5.0 / 5

We are a small friendly garage with all jobs done to a high standard we do everything to do with repairs to your car we have special deals e.g mot and service for -ú89.00

Lanarkshire Recovery Service
53 Jobs Completed
Hamilton
4.8 / 5

We are a completely mobile servicing and repair company offering most service that a garage can but at a time and location that suits you and at a price that is very comp

Central Garage Holytown
Member since 13 March 2023
holytown

We are a business who have been opened for around 30 years and take great pride in our work and customers. we specialize in- Mot failures Tyres Brakes Servicing

Farmer Autocare - East Kilbride
Member since 08 August 2018
Glasgow

Farmer Autocare is a dedicated independent Limited Company specialising in the supply and fitting of tyres and wheels, Servicing, MOTs, brakes, exhausts and repairs. B

B-Tek Auto Repair Garage
Member since 10 March 2016
Wishaw

We pride ourselves on the range of affordable car repairs that we carry out for our customers. Our vehicle repairs are completed to an extremely high standard and at a M

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Book in for Cambelt Change in Hamilton
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 Hamilton bookings

4.63

8 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
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  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