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This is our story, from where it started to the daily happenings in the garage. Including everything from the good times and easy jobs to the nightmare jobs and tears. Hopefully this gives you an insight that you don't normally get from garages.

Apr082026 Rear Subframe Rusted or Split? Serious Safety Risk Explained

Rear Subframe Rusted or Split? Serious Safety Risk Explained

Rear subframe rusted or split? Learn the warning signs and risks. Book a suspension and chassis inspection in Newtownabbey, Mallusk or Belfast today.

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Apr072026 Handbrake Stuck or Not Holding? Seized Mechanism Explained

Handbrake Stuck or Not Holding? Seized Mechanism Explained

Handbrake stuck or not holding? Learn the causes, symptoms, and risks. Book brake repairs in Newtownabbey, Mallusk or Belfast today to avoid MOT failure.

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Apr062026 Swirl Flaps Inspection – Ensuring Proper Engine Performance

Swirl Flaps Inspection – Ensuring Proper Engine Performance

Car losing power or showing warning lights? It could be swirl flaps. Learn the symptoms and book engine diagnostics in Newtownabbey, Mallusk and Belfast today.

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Apr052026 Wishbone Bush Coming Out? Suspension Knock Explained

Wishbone Bush Coming Out? Suspension Knock Explained

Wishbone bush coming out? Learn the signs, causes, and risks. Book suspension repairs in Newtownabbey, Mallusk or Belfast today to avoid MOT failure.

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Apr042026 Wing Mirror Indicator Not Working? Avoid MOT Failure

Wing Mirror Indicator Not Working? Avoid MOT Failure

Wing mirror indicator not working? Avoid MOT failure. Learn the causes and book electrical diagnostics in Newtownabbey, Mallusk or Belfast today.

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Apr012026 Do I Need a New Top Mount and Bearing for My Suspension?

Do I Need a New Top Mount and Bearing for My Suspension?

Hearing a knocking noise when driving? It could be your top mount and bearing. Learn the signs, causes, and how 1Stop Motor Shop in Newtownabbey can fix it quickly.

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Mar272026 Injector Blow-By Causing Fumes – Diagnosed and Repaired

Injector Blow-By Causing Fumes – Diagnosed and Repaired

Vehicle diagnosed with injector blow-by after customer reported fumes. Faulty injector seal repaired to prevent engine damage and restore safe operation.

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Mar252026 VW Tiguan Brake Replacement – How Worn Brake Pads Can Get

VW Tiguan Brake Replacement – How Worn Brake Pads Can Get

VW Tiguan brake pads found heavily worn during inspection. New brakes fitted to restore safe stopping performance and prevent further damage.

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Feb232026 Suspension Noise? Knocking From the Front Diagnosed in Newtownabbey

Suspension Noise? Knocking From the Front Diagnosed in Newtownabbey

Vehicle inspected after front suspension knocking noise reported. Worn component diagnosed and replaced to restore safe handling and eliminate the noise.

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