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private & Light commercial vehicle REPAIR Garage

Voted the Best Mechanic in Shrewsbury for 2026 with an independent 95%+ quality rating.

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Importance of servicing your Air conditioning system in Winter and Summer

In summer to keep the vehicle cool and in winter for its demisting properties.
A/c systems should be used every week 10/20mins to allow the oil to lubricate the seals 

A/c systems lose around 10 to 20% of refrigerant each year.
A/c systems should be serviced every 2 years.

All new models of vehicles from 2017 come with a new eco friendly gas 1234YF.
We can provide both types of a/c gas 1234YF(new vehicles) and R134A (older vehicles)
over time the a/c system can build up mold and bacteria producing bad odours. our a/c debug and cleaning process uses a special anti bacterial solution to remove bacteria and mold from the a/c system. this is included with the a/c service.  

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Protect Your Engine: The Importance of Timing Belt Maintenance

The cambelt (or timing belt) is a vital component of your engine, responsible for keeping all its internal moving parts operating in perfect synchronization. Because it degrades over time, failing to replace it at the manufacturer's specified mileage or yearly interval can lead to an inconvenient and incredibly expensive mistake. If the belt snaps while you are driving, it causes catastrophic damage to multiple components deep within the engine, often resulting in a total engine rebuild.

Unsure when your vehicle's belt is due for a change? Don't risk a costly breakdown. Call our expert team today for friendly advice, a quick schedule check, and a free, no-obligation quote.

 

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Why Servicing a Wet Belt is Critical


Unlike a traditional dry timing belt, a wet belt operates directly inside the engine’s oil system to reduce friction and improve fuel efficiency. However, this means that as the rubber belt naturally degrades over time, tiny fragments and debris flake off directly into the engine oil. If the belt isn't replaced at the strict manufacturer intervals, this rubber debris will accumulate and clog the engine's oil pickup strainer. This blocks the oil flow, causing sudden oil starvation that instantly destroys critical components like the turbocharger and can lead to total, catastrophic engine failure. Regular wet belt servicing—along with using the exact manufacturer-specified engine oil—is the only way to prevent a minor maintenance delay from turning into an incredibly expensive engine replacement.

 

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Don’t Risk a Snapped Timing Belt

Out of sight shouldn't mean out of mind. Your timing belt (or cambelt) gives absolutely no warning signs, squeaks, or rattles before it fails. It simply snaps.
When it does, the internal components of your engine smash into each other at thousands of revolutions per minute, causing instant, catastrophic damage. What could have been a routine preventative service suddenly turns into a massive, multi-thousand-pound engine rebuild.

Don't leave it to chance. If your vehicle is approaching its age or mileage limit, get in touch with our team today to secure your engine's future.

 

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Services we can provide

We can fix nearly every aspect of your domestic or commercial vehicle, offering full body repairs, diagnostics and maintenance.

Vehicle Servicing and Repairs

  • Light Vehicle Repair

  • Car Electrics Repair

  • Engine Diagnostics

  • Brakes

  • Battery

  • Tyres

  • Clutch

  • Collection & Delivery service available

  • Servicing

  • Cambelts

  • Exhausts

  • Welding

  • Air Conditioning

  • Suspension

  • 4 Wheel Alignment

Contact Information

St Michael's Street Garage

St Michael´s Street

Shrewsbury

SY1 2ES


01743245118

smsgarageshrewsbury@outlook.com

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Sunday Closed

Monday 08:30 - 17:30

Tuesday 08:30 - 17:30

Wednesday 08:30 - 17:30

Thursday 08:30 - 17:30

Friday 08:30 - 17:30

Saturday Closed