Wet Belts – Great Missenden

Some manufacturers use wet belts, which are similar to cambelts, but operate internally and use engine oil in the same way that chains do. Wet belts have their name because, unlike cambelts, they are kept wet by oil. In theory, this means that they are less likely to crack and deteriorate like dry cambelts, however, this is not always the case.

At Prestwood Modern and Classic in Great Missenden we are one of the very few garages in the area that specialise in wet belt repair and maintenance issues. We are independent wet belt experts with the relevant timing tools and equipment to work on most vehicles.

What causes a wet belt to fail?

There are two main reasons for wet belt failure:

1. The belt can occasionally snap (just as a cambelt might) and although this can cause serious damage to the engine, it’s not necessarily catastrophic.
2. The belt can deteriorate over time and fragments can break off and contaminate the surrounding oil. This in turn blocks the oil strainer which means that other vital components don’t receive the lubrication they need. This can lead to the oil-starved components failing and can potentially lead to complete engine failure.

However, with regular maintenance, including oil and filter changes, any issues with wet belts can be caught before they have a chance to cause any damage. If you see an engine warning light come on in the dash, get in touch with our team at Prestwood Modern and Classic in Great Missenden straightaway so that we can assess and sort the situation.

Prestwood Modern and Classic is proud to be a Castrol Service Centre, providing excellent quality of work standards and customer service, and using only Castrol-approved oils. Our team are also IMI-qualified and our affiliations with Bumper and Payment Assist can help customers with spreading payments for their garage services.

To find out more about Wet Belts in Great Missenden, contact us online or call us directly on 01494 866446

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