Top Mechanics For Rocker Cover Gasket Replacement & Repairs in Horbury
63 Reviews
Garage in Stockport, 13 years of experience
I started my car repair Apprenticeship in 2004 and finished it at a main Land Rover dealership as a Diesel Specialist. After working at several garages I've decided to start a business as a mobile mechanic. ...
ANDREW, Cheadle • 28th October 2015
Fiat Punto/Punto Classic • Rocker cover & gasket replacement
270 Reviews
Garage in Sale, 12 years of experience
I started off my career at a local independent garage where I stayed for 5 years. This was a VW, Audi specialist, which really gave me some in-depth knowledge on these vehicles. Following this I then went on...
TONY, Manchester • 13th February 2017
658 Reviews
Garage in Derbyshire, 25 years of experience
I completed my apprenticeship at a small garage in Nottinghamshire called Underwood Garage and after my apprenticeship I worked in the business for 5 years. I worked in recovery after the garage as a dedicat...
DEN, SUTTON-IN-ASHFIELD • 9th January 2017
Vauxhall/Opel Vectra-C • Rocker cover & gasket replacement
132 Reviews
Mobile mechanic in Blackburn, 16 years of experience
I did my apprenticeship with VW and stayed there for about 9 years. I moved on and went to BMW for a couple years before I decided I wanted to work for myself. I have been running my own mobile mechanic busi...
PAUL, Blackpool • 24th May 2016
Vauxhall/Opel Frontera-A • Rocker cover & gasket replacement
204 Reviews
Garage in Deeside, 20 years of experience
The majority of my experience has come from working for main dealers and learnt many skills through this route. I have worked for Saab, Ford, Citroen, Renault and most recently Vauxhall. I was there for 6 y...
GARETH, Warrington • 4th December 2015
Vauxhall/Opel Corsa-C • Rocker cover & gasket replacement
18 Reviews
Mobile mechanic in Darlington, 24 years of experience
I started my mechanic career by undertaking my apprenticeship at Beckside Garage in County Durham, I was there for three years. From there I moved to Lex Auto Centres, later taken over by Halfords Autocentre...
PHIL, STOCKTON-ON-TEES • 14th February 2018
Audi A4 Cabriolet • Rocker cover & gasket replacement
22 Reviews
Garage in Horbury, 10 years of experience
Mechanic of 10 years - mhc autos established in 2013 . We provide a high quality service to you as a customer, and will take an extra care in making sure you would 100% recommend my company to anyone you ...
47 Reviews
Garage serving Horbury, 9 years of experience
I am a fully qualified Volkswagen technician, this is where I carried out my apprenticeship when I was training to be a technician, I then moved into many independent garages to get experience on all makes a...
RICHARD, WAKEFIELD • 10th October 2024
Ford Transit • MOT with collection & delivery
31 Reviews
Garage serving Horbury, 10 years of experience
Been a mechanic since I was 17 went through an apprenticeship and now I’m a clutch and cam belt specialist and happy to do other services and am now a qualified mot tester as well been working on cars for th...
PETER, Wakefield • 5th September 2024
23 Reviews
Mobile mechanic serving Horbury, 12 years of experience
12 years of experience, we cover almost all job types including tyres, brakes and clutches
1673 Reviews
Garage serving Horbury, 8 years of experience
I started my career as a mechanic at BMW undertaking an apprenticeship which lasted 4 years. After learning all the tricks of the trade at BMW I then went onto Land Rover for 2 years further enhancing my ski...
42 Reviews
Garage serving Horbury, 30 years of experience
We are a dedicated family-run business that you can trust for all your car repairs. We are a reliable and trustworthy garage in Horbury, with 32 years experience in the motor industry. At JP Auto Services we...
MARTIN, West Yorkshire • 23rd February 2024
Ford Mondeo • Starter motor replacement
1473 Reviews
Garage serving Horbury, 14 years of experience
I started my apprenticeship when I left school at the age of 15. I’ve been fully qualified for 11+ years with NVQ level 1, 2 and 3. I’ve been an MOT tester for 10 years. Here at Jamie’s mobile mechanic w...
NICOLA, WAKEFIELD • 11th August 2022
Nissan Qashqai • Alternator replacement
59 Reviews
Mobile mechanic serving Horbury, 10 years of experience
Mobile services at home or at your works Is your car in need of its annual service? If so, don’t hesitate to get in touch with me today at Whatts Autos. I am a main dealer trained mechanic and will ensuri...
CHRIS, Wakefield • 1st January 2021
Citroen C-Crosser • Fuel filter replacement
321 Reviews
Garage serving Horbury, 25 years of experience
I initially started building my own cars and track day racing 205 Gtis . I moved on to working in garages doing a variety of work, engine rebuilds, head gasket, timing belts , clutches and gearboxes. ...
Frequently asked questions about rocker cover gasket replacement & repairs in Horbury
Read our answers to questions about rocker cover gasket replacement costs, symptoms and more.
What does a rocker cover gasket replacement in Horbury involve?
There will be different requirement of the process depending on the engine manufacturer, but the basic requirement is similar as follows;
- Mechanic will inspect the rocker cover and the gasket.
- If necessary, the mechanic will replace the rocker cover gasket.
- Mechanic will clean the rocker cover.
- Mechanic will advise if any other parts need to be replaced.
- Mechanic will run the engine and check for any leaks.
What are the symptoms of a bad valve cover gasket?
As the component is simple, there are only a couple of points to look for;
- Oil seeping out between the rocker cover and the cylinder head
- Oil evident in the spark plug or injector wells
- Oil burning smells from the top of the engine
How long does it take to change a rocker cover gasket?
A rocker cover gasket replacement typically takes 1.5 hours, but times can range from under 1 hour to 2.5 hours. Ultimately, the time that the job will take depends on a range of factors. For example, your vehicle's make and model, year, as well as other factors. Select your car at the top of this page for information on job time and cost for your vehicle through ClickMechanic.
How much does it cost to replace a rocker cover gasket in Horbury?
Prices for a rocker cover gasket replacement range from £65 to £210 with an average cost of £110. Ultimately, the cost of replacing the rocker cover gasket depends on your car and what parts your car's manufacturer recommends using for the replacement. Find out what you could save by having your rocker cover gasket replaced by ClickMechanic by selecting your car at the top of this page!
Is a leaking rocker cover gasket an MOT failure?
While the rocker gasket cover is not checked during an MOT, any sort of leak that is excessive will result in an MOT failure. It's best to find out the source of the leak and get it fixed by a qualified mechanic.
Can Horbury garages offer home collection and delivery for rocker cover gasket replacement?
Yes, many garages in Horbury are able to offer collection and delivery for a rocker cover gasket replacement. With ClickMechanic collection & delivery is free if your vehicle is drivable. Once booked a mechanic will pick up the vehicle on the day and time of your choice, do the work, and return the vehicle at a time convenient to you. Simply enter your vehicle registration number and postcode to get an upfront price for a rocker cover gasket replacement in Horbury.
Can Horbury mobile mechanics do rocker cover gasket replacement at my home or office?
Yes, Horbury mobile mechanics can do a rocker cover gasket replacement at your home or office, provided there is a safe and sufficient space to conduct the repair or replacement. With ClickMechanic, once booked for a date and time of your choice, your booking will be offered to vetted mobile mechanics in your area.
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Mechanics in and around Horbury
- Central Garage ARC Limited, Brighouse
- Cliftech Ltd, Leeds
- Cm Performance, Leeds
- Direct Automotive And Performance Tuning Ltd, Featherstone, Pontefract,
- Fevtowbars, Pontefract
- Infiniti Service Specialist LTD, Wakefield
- Leeds Vehicle Repairs Ltd, Leeds
- MCR CARS LTD, Featherstone
- MOT Hub, Dewsbury
- Nathan Farrell Auto Services, Cleckheaton
- Niche Autos Ltd, Wakefield
- Northern Automotive Limited, Castleford
- Oakland Garage, Dewsbury
- PULSE AUTOCARE, Ossett
- RRBD Autos, Leeds
- Rallyraid Uk T/a 4 X 4 And More, Huddersfield
- Roberts Mechanical Services Ltd, Castleford
- SHAKILS MOTORS, Dewsbury
- Silver Street Garage (wakefield) Ltd, Wakefield
- Supreme Motor Company, Clekheaton
- TLCH LEEDS LIMITED, Leeds
- The Autocentre Dewsbury Limited, Dewsbury
- Tyres2go, Huddersfield
- Volvo Specialist Car Sales Ltd, Huddersfield