Timing Chain Garages in Chelmsford

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Top garages for Timing Chain in Chelmsford (56 found)
Essex Motor Service Ltd.
159 Jobs Completed
Chelmsford
5.0 / 5

We are a family operated service and customization business with over 10 years of experience, covering Chelmsford and the surrounding area. We are a specialist in automob

Harris and box vehicle solutions ltd
201 Jobs Completed
Witham
4.0 / 5

Celitos
41 Jobs Completed
Chelmsford
4.9 / 5

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Quest Motor Group
26 Jobs Completed
Braintree
3.3 / 5

As an authorised Bosch Car Service workshop, you rest assured that we deliver high quality servicing, maintenance and repairs for all makes and models of vehicle. Our acc

Andy Mobile Mechanic
65 Jobs Completed
Ongar
5.0 / 5

My name is Andy and I own and run my own mobile mechanic business. Being mobile, I can come to carry out all work at your location of choice, be it at work or home, savi

Miles Motor Mechanics
73 Jobs Completed
Little burstead
4.4 / 5

began my mechanic career through Addison Lee the London taxi service and this was through Ford which was a scheme where both were involved. I served my time repairing the

BOOST'M
8 Jobs Completed
CHELMSFORD
5.0 / 5

NO JOB IS TOO BIG TOO SMALL,TUNNING,REMAPiNG, SUSPENSION

Autobahn Maldon
98 Jobs Completed
Maldon
4.9 / 5

Autobahn located in Maldon has established an excellent reputation locally for outstanding customer service and great prices on branded, new and part worn tyres and all a

HiQ Chelmsford
36 Jobs Completed
Chelmsford
4.8 / 5

HiQ Chelmsford is the complete car care centre offering Servicing and MOTs to dealer standard for all makes of vehicle. We have a huge stock of all the major brands of ty

Torque Monkey
Member since 11 August 2020
Chelmsford

Previously known as iTuning Autocenter, Torque Monkey is set to be the latest performance tuning centre and car repair auto shop in the Home Counties. With over 15 years

Braintree Motor Works Ltd
Member since 20 February 2017
Braintree

Here at Braintree Motor Works, we offer a full range of car servicing and can undertake work on all makes and models. We are also specialists in car diagnostics in Braint

Markham and Smith Motor Engineers Ltd
Member since 10 October 2019
Witham

Looking for great value car servicing in Witham, Essex? We are an independent sales and service centre specializing in the service of Ford vehicles at great prices. We pr

Wood Automotive Ltd
Member since 15 March 2018
Great Waltham

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

Perkins Garages Limited
Member since 17 August 2015
Braintree

The team to go to for service you can trust, at a price you can count on. Here at a Perkins Garages Limited we aim to provide you with an unrivalled experience when s

Chelmsford Hyundai
Member since 22 April 2016
CHELMSFORD

As an established Hyundai dealer, we're proud to represent the philosophy of New Thinking, New Possibilities. We believe in challenging conventions, not for the sake o

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Timing Chain Garages in Chelmsford

Average rating for  Timing Chain in Chelmsford bookings

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Timing Chain Repair Prices

What is a Timing Chain?

A timing chain is metal chain which works in a similar fashion to a bike chain in its function. The timing chain runs inside a car engine and is responsible for moving connecting the crankshaft to the camshaft to create motion.

The timing chain, like almost every car part, is a vital part which need to be work at optimal capacity in order for a car to be driven properly.


What does a Timing Chain do?

The timing chain is specifically responsible for connecting the crankshaft and camshaft within the engine, which are in turn, responsible for opening and closing the engines valves.


How complex is a Timing Chain repair?

A timing chain needs to be replaced between 40,000 and 100,000 miles and problems are not uncommon, especially for cars with high mileages.

Like every part used to construct a car engine, the timing chain is subject to natural wear and tear which means, eventually, it will need to be replaced.

If your engine oil is low, this will speed up the process of degradation for the part as the build-up of heat and friction will damage the part.

Furthermore, there are a variety of parts which are responsible for keeping the timing chain in the correct position including the chain guider, chain tensioner and chain silencer, which are also liable to suffer from wear and tear.

If these parts are damage, the timing chain will invariably become unsafe as well.


What will happen if my Timing Chain breaks or is damaged?

If the timing chain in your car is damaged or broken, the engine may feel sluggish, be low on power and or completely unable to start. As the timing chain wears down over time it becomes longer as it is stretched. Once this process has taken place, the ignition and valve timing becomes troublesome.

There are also a few signs that other parts surrounding the timing chain are damaged. If you can hear rattling, whirring, whining or buzzing, there is a good chance that the timing chain guide or timing chain tensioner are broken and responsible for the offending noise.


What is involved in a timing chain repair?

The average price in the UK for a timing chain repair is listed at the top of this page though the cost of a repair will depend entirely on the extend of the damage, the age of the car and the model of the car as well.


What can I do to prevent timing chain problems?

Changing your engine oil regularly will give you the best chance of keeping the timing chain in the best health and using premium oil will improve the help even more. In a well maintained engine, a timing chain could last for up to 300,000 miles and above.

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