Wet Belts – Pontllanfraith, Blackwood

Wet belts are so named because they are located inside the engine and are lubricated by oil, similar to a timing chain.

However, they are lighter than metal timing chains and create lower friction than the traditional external timing belt. Wet belts have now become popular with manufacturers such as Ford, Peugeot, and Citroen because their other advantages include improved fuel efficiency and reduced exhaust emissions. Designed initially with a life expectancy of around 150,000 miles, or up to ten years, it is not uncommon for wet belts to fail much sooner – sometimes as early as 30,000 miles.

With this in mind, GKT MOT Centre are pleased to offer advice about the condition of your vehicle’s wet belt, especially after its mileage hits around 30,000 miles, by providing an honest appraisal of its condition for your complete peace of mind. You could be avoiding a potentially expensive repair bill.

Wet belts can fail prematurely for several reasons, and contaminated oil containing soot particles or other impurities is one of the most common issues. This causes deterioration of the belt, leading to failure, so it’s essential to make sure the oil is changed regularly to prevent this situation. At GKT MOT Centre, we are highly experienced in working with wet belts, particularly on the EcoBoost engine, and our technicians are highly qualified and knowledgeable. Our workshop in Pontllanfraith, Blackwood, is fully equipped to deal with all the latest engine types, and we are happy to work on all makes and models.

An RAC Approved Garage, GKT MOT Centre is fully committed to delivering quality work, exceptional customer service and fair, honest pricing. We are also pleased to be affiliated with respected organisations such as the IMI and Trading Standards’ Approved Code Scheme.

To find out more about Wet Belts in Pontllanfraith, Blackwood, contact us online or call us directly on 01495 781004