Little Rascals Automotive

10/09/2026

Happy thanks giving from my family to yours!
Grateful for all of our old and new customers, you guys are the real foundation of little rascals automotive.

Have a wonderful long weekend, drive safe

10/08/2026

10/05/2026

Don’t let unexpected car troubles haunt your Halloween! 🎃👻

Wicked season is here, and Little Rascals Automotive is ready to scare away those frightening squeaks and scary dashboard lights.
🕷️ From battery checks to full fall inspections, we’ll keep your ride running smooth and safe for all your trick-or-treating. 🍬

Booking is now open for October, but spots are winking out fast! 🕰️ Don’t be left in the dark—schedule your service today!

📞 (226) 368-1725 | RascalsAuto.ca | 42 Papple Rd, Brantford, ON

09/30/2026

A day as a mechanic!
Sometimes it takes two of us and a machine to do the heavy lifting.

09/21/2026

Playing Russian roulette with your brakes?
Rust, worn pads, and metal-to-metal contact don’t just ruin your rotors, they put your life on the line.
Don’t bet on luck when it comes to stopping.

Schedule your brake safety inspection today! 🛠️

09/19/2026

Safety first...ish? 🤿💨 We aren’t body shop guys, but the derby car needs a logo! See you at the Ancaster Derby! 🚗💥

Come see the Derby at the Ancaster fair grounds next weekend!! September 26th

09/18/2026

From timeless classics to daily drivers, we make sure every ride is safe and road-ready!

We had this stunning Ford Model A hot rod in the shop. Whether you need a Safety Standards Certification to get your classic registered, or a quick check-up on your daily vehicle, our team has you covered from bumper to bumper.

📍 Book your safety inspection with us today

09/08/2026

🚨 A quick reaction saved this customer thousands! 🚨

Road debris struck the bottom of this vehicle while driving.

Instead of ignoring the noise or trying to “limp it home,” the driver did the absolute right thing: pulled over immediately, spotted fluid leaking, and called for a tow.

As you can see in the photo, the impact punched a hole straight through the oil pan.

Driving even a few miles without oil causes total engine failure within minutes. Thanks to the driver’s quick decision, this turn of events only required a new oil pan and a fresh fill of oil—not an entire engine replacement.

Moral of the story: If you hear a loud hit under your car or see warning lights, pull over safely and check. It could save your engine (and your wallet).

🛠️ Need your vehicle inspected? Give us a call

08/25/2026

Just a normal day at the shop, where team work truly makes the dream work!!

08/18/2026

That’s Not How Timing Chains Are Supposed to Look!

If your timing chain has this much slop, you’re living on borrowed time. In the clip, you can clearly see severe slack in the chain, allowing it to lift right off the sprockets by hand.

Excessive slack causes the chain to jump teeth on the sprockets. If this happens on an interference engine, valves meet pistons—turning a standard timing job into a full engine rebuild.

Warning Signs to Watch For:

- Metallic rattling or slapping noise on cold startups
- Check Engine light for timing camshaft/crankshaft position codes (e.g., P0011, P0016)
- Rough idling or misfires

Don’t ignore the rattle before the chain decides to skip!