Joys motors Ltd
Reading
1007 jobs completed
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MH Motor Experts LTD
Wokingham
605 jobs completed
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
IN'n'OUT Autocentres Reading
Reading
1420 jobs completed
At IN’n’OUT Autocentres we offer fixed prices MOTs and Servicing for any make and model of car with no hidden extras. We are proud to be a ‘Which? Trusted Trader’ so we a
M Tek | Mobile Mechanic | Berkshire | We come to you | At your home or place of work
Reading
383 jobs completed
M Tek is a well-established family business located in Windsor and Maidenhead, officially established in March 2020 amidst the Covid pandemic lockdown. While individuals
WWAC Automotive Engineers, Bosch Car Service
Reading
607 jobs completed
Based in the Reading area and comprising of Full Service, Repair and MOT garage and We offer Full Dealer Level Diagnostics, and Vehicle Body and Accident repair centre. W
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If you want to book a head gasket repair in Wokingham, you can compare quotes from our network of thousands of garages and mechanics, find the best price and instantly book online.
Since Wokingham is just seven miles southeast of Reading and four miles west of Bracknell, you could compare garage prices in all three locations if you don't mind travelling a little further for the best deal. The A329(M) is accessible from the northeast of town, providing a route into Reading and the rest of the motorway network from junction ten of the M4. The train station and bus interchange are on Station Approach.
The head gasket is crucial because it prevents oil and coolant from mixing and seals the internal combustion process. It is under the most pressure of any engine gasket, and it can be expensive when it fails, so it's best to shop around.
Head gasket symptoms to look out for include white or milky oil caused by leaking coolant, white exhaust smoke, loss of power and water or a sweet smell from the exhaust. Blown head gaskets are usually caused by overheating, so keeping your coolant topped up is important. You shouldn't try to drive with a blown head gasket.
A head gasket repair is usually only a temporary fix, especially when you use sealant, and if the damage is too extensive, you may need to book a full head gasket replacement. A cylinder head repair is sometimes required if the head gasket has blown.
A head gasket specialist can advise you on the exact repair your car needs and how much it will cost. Read our complete head gasket replacement guide for more information.
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- RecommendedPeter reviewed Joys motors LtdHead Gasket
Superb service and quality work carried out on my Hyundai i20 2011, new timing chain kit water pump fresh oil and filter thankyou guys mr Peter Neal
Hyundai I20 - RecommendedMaurice reviewed MH Motor Experts LTDHead Gasket
The garage has a personal feel about it, the staff are all very friendly and helpful. The work was carried out to my satisfaction and at a reasonable
Ford Ka - RecommendedChloe reviewed IN'n'OUT Autocentres ReadingHead Gasket
Extremely professional and upfront about the work to be carried out. I would have appreciated a little more communication from them as it takes me a l
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