Timing Belts in Gateshead
Different sorts of cam belt
There are a number of different sorts of cam belt and the sort that you will require will depend on what sort of vehicle that you have. A cam belt will be required in two types of engine.
Interference engine cam belts need to be frequently checked and maintained as a result of the proximity between the valves and pistons of the engine. Non-interference engine cam belts do not require such careful maintenance as the pistons and valves do not lie so close together.
The teeth of your timing belt may be of a number of different shapes. Triangular toothed timing belts tend to be older, in contrast to the rounded teeth of modern cam belts.
Timing belts are usually made from rubber which is then which has been treated with materials like Kevlar to make it stronger, although modern cam belts are made out of materials like HSN.
Cam belt problems
Issues with the timing belt of your car are one of the main reasons for a vehicle suffering a breakdown.
A number of potential problems can arise with timing belts and spotting them early on can prevent serious trouble.
Having your cam belt snap is the worst possible problem, but there are a number of things that can cause this to happen.
Cam belts can become too tight resulting in them emitting loud squeaking noises.
Should the teeth fall out of your timing belt the cam shaft cannot be turned.
The camshaft will also be stopped from turning if the timing belt is not aligned properly.
Timing belts can also suffer oil damage causing the dimensions of the belt to shift, stopping it from working.
Timing belts can also become slack meaning that they can slide out of position.
Cam belt corrosion can also result in them snapping.
What happens when timing belt problems are not addressed
Failure to recognise when a timing belt is damaged, or even worse; failure to address the problem can spell disaster for your engine. If you have an interference engine in your vehicle can lead to your car becoming irreparably damaged in some circumstances.
If the cam belt snaps then your car will simply stop, but should it be running whilst it is damaged you could be blissfully unaware of the damage that it is doing to your engine. Should your timing belt be damaged your engine's valves and pistons will knock into each other potentially causing your valve guides to become cracked.
You could suffer bent valve guides which is also a costly procedure to fix. You might even end up with a broken camshaft.
Should you be having any difficulties with your cam belt utilise RepairACar to find a timing belt specialist in Gateshead.
Timing belt jobs for Gateshead mechanics
Should you need to have cam belt work done Gateshead mechanics will need to be located.
RepairACar can be used to source registered Gateshead mechanics to carry out work on your timing belt.
Any number of cam belt jobs can be carried out by our approved Gateshead mechanics.
If you think that your cam belt may be broken they are able to check your timing belt.
Should there be an issue with your timing belt it can be repaired by our timing belt experts in Gateshead, or you can have your cam belt replaced should this not be possible.
A cam belt tightening may need to be carried out, or the timing belt on your car might even be too tight.
It could be that you need to have your cam belt realigned.
Perhaps you need to have your cam belt and crankshaft synchronised, or you might have to have both your timing belt and water pump replaced at the same time, no matter what you requirements RepairACar can be called upon to find Gateshead timing belt specialists.
What does a cam belt do?
Cam belts can be found within the engine of your car that are able to control the timing of valves in engines. The engine valves need to open and close a set number of times and a timing belt ensures that this is allowed to happen. The teeth on a cam belt are purposefully made in order for them to provide a high level of efficiency for their intended engine.
These teeth turn the cam shaft of the engine in sync with the crankshaft. The camshaft rotates at exact half the speed as the crankshaft and this is regulated by a cam belt. If this does not happen your engine will not operate correctly which will result in your engine being damaged.
Causes of such damage to engines can be engine valves staying open when they should be closed causing them to be stuck by the engine's pistons.
Definition of a cam belt
A timing belt is a belt that connects the crankshaft of an engine and its camshaft.
It has teeth running it's length that vary in shape dependant upon the type of belt you have.
Timing belts that are new will have rounded teeth, whereas triangular teeth tend to cover traditional belts.
Cam belts are constructed from rubber and will then be covered with materials like fibreglass so that they are stronger so that they can last longer between replacements.
Modern cam belts will sometimes be made from durable materials such as HSN so that they are better equipped to cope with high engine temperatures.
Recently made cam belts are manufactured much thinner so as to lower weight and as a result, friction.
