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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 Carmarthen (15 found)
PDVI Ltd (Pontantwn Garage)
30 Jobs Completed
kidwelly
5.0 / 5

We try To save you money and time. We use the best or Original parts (unless requested by customer). We aim to provide the best service by far! Immobilizer/Immobiliser i

GP-Autos
10 Job Completed
Carmarthen
5.0 / 5

We are a small family run business with 14 years experience within the motor trade, we are able to offer affordable top quality vehicle maintenance and repairs. Along wit

CYMRU Tyres
30 Jobs Completed
Carmarthen
4.9 / 5

Main dealer service without the price tag. We strive to offer a unrivaled personal service, matched by our own very high standards. We pay particular attention to the who

West Wales Auto Services Ltd
7 Jobs Completed
Cynwyl Elfed
5.0 / 5

At West Wales Auto Services we offer a comprehensive range of garage services (all from our base at Derwydd Garage Cynwyl Elfed SA33 6TP or with limited mobile availabili

Howards of Carmarthen
Member since 30 August 2016
Carmarthen

Since 1985, Howards of Carmarthen is one of the very best garages in Carmarthen and the surrounding areas, providing MOT’s, car services and repairs to Carmarthen & t

Gravells (Kidwelly)
Member since 17 November 2015
Kidwelly

At Gravells, we've been providing excellent service since 1932 and have the full range of Renault, Kia, Subaru and Isuzu ranges. We also stock more than 400 used cars and

Mikes Mobile Mechanics
Member since 16 April 2012
Pontyberem

"Welcome to Mikes Mobile Mechanics, total car care at your home, at your work, at your convenience. Let me take care of your cars servicing needs while you put your feet

GWD Motors
Member since 09 October 2013
Carmarthen

"We offer a fantastic service for all makes and models, we have the latest diagnostic equipment to work on your car. We service every make and model, and carry out MOT al

Moduron GWD Motors Cyf
Member since 03 July 2015
Carmarthen

Founded in August 2004 by Garry Davies, who has been a member of the Motor Industry since 1986, the business focused on wholesaling cars but soon expaneded to accommodate

Howards of Carmarthen LTD
Member since 20 February 2018
Carmarthen

Established in 1985, Howards of Carmarthen offer a complete range of garage services. We are an MOT testing centre, clutch fitting centre and a brake fitting centre. All

E&M Mot & Service
Member since 05 March 2018
Carmarthenshire

we are an independent renaut specialists and we a up to date and modern garage and part of all motoring organasions

Garej Raymond SEAT
Member since 21 November 2018
Llanelli

We offer competitive, transparent, fixed prices on service and maintenance work that are great value for money. You love you SEAT and so do we. Keep it as good as new wi

gerynant garage
Member since 28 August 2020
carmarthen

MOTs + servicing

Morgan Motors
Member since 24 May 2021
Carmarthen

MOT Testing, Vehicle sales, Tyres, Car services & Repair Garage Carmarthen sinceWe will use high quality OE parts to service and repair your car, all work will be don

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Book in for Cambelt Change in Carmarthen
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 Carmarthen bookings

5.00

1 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