All Hours (NW) Ltd
Leyland
90 jobs completed
Mobile service offering general vehicle diagnostic, maintenance, service and repair to the customer in their time of need, and at time and place that suits their day.
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CKE Commercials/Fleet Services Limited
Preston
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Mulberry Vehicle Repairs
Leyland
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North West Garage Services Limited
Leyland
1 job completed
North west garage services was established in 2023 by Thomas Kirby and Matthew SimonTom (T.K Mobile Mechanic) has been working within the trade for last 15 years at vario
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The Preston By-pass, which opened in 1958, was the first stretch of motorway in the UK. It was built to ease congestion from tourists; today, it is part of the M6, with a small section forming part of the M55. The Road Rage Index recently listed Preston as one of the worst places in England and Wales for angry drivers. The busiest rush hour of the week is on Friday between 4pm and 5pm, according to TomTom's Traffic Index.
Driving in cities like Preston puts extra strain on your car due to long periods of idling and frequent stopping and starting in traffic. The parts most at risk are the brakes, cooling system and transmission. Manoeuvring into tight parking spaces and navigating busy roads can result in scuffed alloys and dented or scraped bodywork while driving over potholes can throw out your suspension. FixMyCar can help you find affordable repairs and maintenance in Preston for all these crucial components.
Ticking and rattling are two closely related noises you might hear from your car. If you listen closely to where the sound is coming from and when it happens (while accelerating, for instance), you might be able to work out the cause.
The first thing to check is whether the engine oil is low, requiring a top-up - this is the best-case scenario. If your car is rattling and the sound is coming from the engine, it could be caused by a loose serpentine belt or timing chain. From the car's rear, it might be a loose exhaust or a broken catalytic converter, and the other possibility is worn suspension, which can cause rattling from the front or rear of the vehicle.
Possible explanations for ticking include worn spark plugs, knocking engine rods, dirty valve lifters and misaligned valves. You can learn more about these issues here.
Ticking and rattling noises should be taken seriously as they sometimes indicate a problem with the engine that could cause further damage if ignored.
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