by webbiesmechanical | Jul 11, 2025 | From the Workshop Floor
When replacing a diff, we never rely solely on the tag or what it’s labelled as — and here’s why: 🔍 Tags can be wrong. Over time, parts get swapped, tags go missing, or the wrong info gets stamped.🔍 Labels fade or get reused. Especially in older trucks or second-hand...
by webbiesmechanical | Jul 9, 2025 | From the Workshop Floor
When this white Western Star rolled in for a last-minute yearly accreditation, the owner thought it’d be a quick tick-and-flick. Instead, we handed them an A4 page of issues — worn bushes, blown lights, oil leaks, and more. Their reaction? “But it’s been serviced at...
by webbiesmechanical | Jul 7, 2025 | From the Workshop Floor
Ever wondered how we spot a failing water pump before it causes major damage? Check out our quick video where we show you exactly where to look — including the telltale weep hole that gives the game away. During a visual inspection (with the pump still on the truck),...
by webbiesmechanical | Jul 2, 2025 | From the Workshop Floor
In this month’s behind-the-scenes look at life in the workshop, we’re sharing the journey of a hardworking red bonneted Kenworth that came to us in serious need of help. The truck was hauling three trailers up a steep hill when the driver missed a gear. What followed...
by webbiesmechanical | Jun 30, 2025 | From the Workshop Floor
First, we do a visual once-over — looking for any dried coolant residue around hoses, fittings, and the radiator. (White, green, or pink stains are a dead giveaway.) Next, we grab the pressure tester, connect it to the radiator, and pump it up to match the pressure...
by webbiesmechanical | Jun 25, 2025 | From the Workshop Floor
Plan ahead so breakdowns don’t break the bank. ✅ Stock Your Spares Keep essentials on hand: belts, filters, fuses, hose clamps — anything that fails often or is slow to get. ✅ Service Smart Book your maintenance before something forces your hand. It’s cheaper (and...
