News & Events
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Failing Timing Chain Symptoms, Diagnosis, Cost & Replacement Guide
Date Posted: 4 August 2020
Your timing chain is an absolute essential to the entire operation of your vehicle. Once it breaks, your car will most likely not work at all, and it could also lead to your engine completely breaking down.
What are the Symptoms of Bad Sway Bar Links & How to Replace Sway Bar Links
Date Posted: 6 July 2020
One of the most crucial parts of your car’s suspension is the sway bar; without it, your car’s handling would be bad. This car part helps your car stabilise, especially when faced with unfavourable situations when driving...
Ignition Coil Test: The Ultimate Guide to Diagnosing & Testing your Ignition Coils
Date Posted: 21 May 2020
Do you suspect that there’s something wrong with your ignition coil? If yes, then you should test it with a multimeter. Driving over a longer distance with a misfiring engine can damage the engine and break the bank.
The Top 6 Most Popular Aftermarket Headlights
Date Posted: 30 April 2020
Ready to get the best headlights for your vehicle? Here at Machter Auto, we offer a range of aftermarket headlights. Shop from a wide range of auto parts online with the following benefits
How to Check Your Wheel Hub Assembly: The Easy Guide!
Date Posted: 16 December 2019
The wheel hub unit transfers both the vertical and lateral load from the wheel to the axel. This part essentially acts as the glue between tire and axel, with the former attached via studs to the assembly. With the hub assembly connecting two vital parts
Understanding Strut Mount Bearings
Date Posted: 12 December 2019
A strut mount bearing connects the strut with the body of the suspension, which is a pivotal part of both the performance and safety of your vehicle. The front axle strut bearings allow for the strut to .....
Power Steering Rack – Broken or not working, what now?
Date Posted: 22 October 2019
In this article, we have covered power steering racks, and the important information you need to know about replacing and maintaining them.
Control Arm Bushings – What Are They and What Do We Need to Know About Them?
Date Posted: 22 October 2019
To make sense of the proper functionality of Control Arm Bushings parts, we have put together a guide to give you a comprehensive understanding of their importance.
Brake Calipers
Date Posted: 27 September 2019
In this article, we present to you a simple and complete guide to the brake calipers and answer some frequently asked questions, such as: What is a brake caliper? What is the function of brake calipers?.................Learn more.
Ball Joints
Date Posted: 19 September 2019
Ball Joints are a marvel of engineering and a critical component of your vehicle's suspension. For all the bumps and rough roads ball Joints are forced to endure, it's surprising they don't fail more often........
