
Professional timing belt and timing chain repairs carried out by experienced mechanics in Wairau, Auckland, helping protect your engine from serious damage and unexpected failure.
At Wairau Motors, we carry out timing belt and chain work carefully and correctly, following manufacturer guidelines to ensure long-term engine reliability.
Timing components play a critical role in engine operation. If a timing belt fails, it can cause severe internal engine damage, while timing chain issues can lead to poor running and costly repairs if ignored.
Our mechanics assess service history, mileage, engine design, and symptoms before recommending replacement or repair. Where preventative replacement is due, we carry out the work methodically using quality components and correct procedures.
Wairau Motors is a locally owned and operated workshop based in Wairau, Auckland, run by Dan and Paul. With over 50 years of combined hands-on mechanical experience, our team works on timing belts and timing chains for a wide range of European and Japanese vehicles.
We focus on accuracy, attention to detail, and clear communication throughout the repair process.
Decades of experience working on complex engine timing systems.
We follow correct service intervals and replacement methods.
We explain what’s required, why it matters, and the timing involved.
We believe timing work should be planned carefully to avoid unnecessary engine damage.
A timing belt is made from reinforced rubber and requires replacement at set intervals. A timing chain is metal and typically lasts longer but can still wear over time. Both are critical to engine operation and must be maintained correctly.
Replacement intervals vary by vehicle, but many timing belts require replacement between 90,000 and 160,000 kilometres. Our mechanics can confirm the correct interval for your vehicle.
Yes. While timing chains are designed to last longer, they can stretch or develop issues over time. Symptoms may include rattling noises, warning lights, or poor engine performance.
On many engines, a broken timing belt can cause serious internal damage. This is why timely replacement is so important. Preventative replacement is far more cost-effective than engine repairs.
Yes. While we’re based in Wairau, Auckland, many customers travel from Glenfield, Albany, Takapuna, Northcote, Birkenhead, Hillcrest, and Mairangi Bay for timing belt and chain repairs due to our experience and careful approach.
Always. We assess service history, mileage, and engine condition before recommending any timing belt or chain repairs.
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4/5 Parity Place, Glenfield, Wairau, Auckland