AB Automotive Mobile Mechanic

03/01/2026

Volkswagen Crafter in for a full service and vehicle inspection, on the vehicle inspection I found the crankshaft seal leaking and rear brake pads low and discs worn. Advised the customer and rebooked in for the advisory work at a later date.

Came back and carried out my timing belt package, rear discs and pads.

Timing belt package includes;
Timing belt kit
Coolant pump & bolts
Crankshaft seal
Crankshaft bolt
Oil pump belt
Oil sump removed cleaned and resealed
8 litres 5W-30s oil, oil filter and sump plug
G12 anti freeze
Genuine Volkswagen parts supplied and fitted

When replacing the seal and speaking to the customer he said he’s only had the van around a year and said the crankshaft seal was done before he bought it.

Upon removal of the crank seal and oil sump I could tell the previous mechanic didn’t remove the oil sump and just installed the crank seal with the sump still on the engine, this is the wrong way to do it as it will just eventually leak again as this one did, the crank seal sits flush against the oil sump so if the sump isn’t removed the silicone gets scraped off when installing the new crank seal.

I do this job the proper way!

If you want a quote for this job or any other quotes just give me a message/call/whatsapp on 07594348093 👍🏻

29/11/2025

Another lovely converted VW Crafter in with me, absolutely no expense spared on the build, and it drives beautifully.

I’ve worked on this van a few times before (intake manifold stripped and cleaned, alternator, glow plugs and control module) plus a recent basic service. On the service inspection I spotted the common crankshaft cover leak and recommended replacing the front crankshaft cover.

The owner went ahead with my timing belt package. The belt kit and water pump had been done just over a year ago, so this time we only replaced the belt itself using a genuine Volkswagen kit and left the water pump in place as it was still in great condition. While we were in there I also changed the crankshaft seal, oil pump belt, and removed the sump, cleaned it thoroughly and resealed it.

He’d been noticing a slight tappet noise, so we replaced all the hydraulic lifters and rocker arms. Camshaft cradle came off, top of the head was cleaned, new lifters were bled and fitted along with fresh rocker arms and valve cover gaskets.

The customer was also concerned about the injectors. When I serviced it recently I checked the live data and found two were right on the limit for deviation, so I advised removal for professional testing and cleaning. They came back in good health – after a proper ultrasonic clean we refitted them with all new seals, copper washers, stretch bolts and fuel return pipe.

Finally fitted a new starter motor too, the old one was getting lazy on the first turn and taking a fraction longer than it should to fire up.

Back with the owner now and running better than ever.

Fancy getting yours booked in if you’re around the Greater Manchester area? Just drop me a message on here, WhatsApp or give me a call/text on 07594 348093 and I’ll sort you out. Cheers 👍🏻

27/11/2025

Just had this lovely converted MAN TGE in with me for its full service and inspection, all done with genuine MAN/VW parts.

Days are getting proper cold now and it’s getting dark earlier, but I’m still out on the road getting as much work in as possible!

Whether your van needs a basic service or a full service, I can come to you. Service book stamp and full invoice provided and I always plug in and do a full diagnostic scan to check for any fault codes stored.

Fancy getting yours booked in if you’re around the Greater Manchester area? Just drop me a message on here, WhatsApp or give me a call/text on 07594 348093 and I’ll sort you out. Cheers 👍🏻

22/11/2025

Skoda Octavia VRS

✅ Basic service using genuine parts
✅ Lowering springs all round (Eibach Pro-Kit)
✅ New front shock absorbers & top mounts
✅ Front anti-roll bar drop links
✅ New front brake discs & pads

Small 20mm drop on the suspension with the lowering springs making it look better but keeping it practical for every day use!

I do fit modifications aswell as general servicing, maintenance and repairs. If you want some modifications fitting on your car then send me a message/whatsapp on 07594348093 👍🏻

20/11/2025

Volkswagen Crafter in for my timing belt package.

This package involves replacing the timing belt, water pump, crankshaft cover, oil pump belt, oil sump removed, cleaned and resealed, fresh oil, oil filter and G12 anti freeze.

All genuine Volkswagen parts and oil used, as usual.

With these VAG 2.0 TDI engines the crankshaft cover is a point of failure, it leaks oil, sometimes only a small amount but if left it can get quite bad so it’s not something to overlook when it comes time to replace the timing belt and water pump.

The proper way to replace the crankshaft seal is to remove the oil sump, some mechanics may replace the crankshaft seal without removing the sump but this can lead to an improper seal and leak again in the future which is not ideal after a repair.

Oil sump is fully cleaned out of any old oil and carbon build up from the previous 100k+ miles. While the crankshaft seal and oil sump is removed, I also replaced the oil pump belt as this is sat in oil and can degrade overtime, especially if the engine hasn’t been serviced when due.

New oil filter, sump plug and 5W-30s long life oil, G12 antifreeze and it’s all sorted.

If you want a quote for this job or any other quotes just give me a message/call/whatsapp on 07594348093 👍🏻

04/04/2025

If anyone needs their air conditioning servicing around the Manchester, Cheshire area then get in contact with Cheshire Cool , he’s mobile like me so it saves the hassle of taking it to a garage!

11/02/2025

Hello everyone,

I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt thanks for your unwavering support and custom, I am busier than I've ever been!

I must apologize for the slower response times to your messages and inquiries over the past few months. With the business being run only by myself, its difficult to have the time to respond to everyone's messages as soon as possible, I try and fit as much of you in as possible throughout the week as I know everyone needs their vehicles on the road but that only leaves me with a few hours at night to respond to messages, price up jobs and create invoices etc.

To keep up with the growth and ensure I continue to provide an excellent service, I am in the process of bringing on a new member to help manage the administrative side of the business. This means I will have more time to be on the spanners fixing your vehicles, messages, inquires and quotes will be responded to alot quicker, more social media content and less overall stress for myself :)

Thank you for your patience and understanding. I am incredibly grateful for each one of you and can't wait to continue this journey together with even more support. 👍

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12/12/2024

Volkswagen Golf in this morning for a full service and gearbox oil service with genuine Volkswagen parts and oil!

Drop me a message or contact me on 07594348093 if your vehicle is due a service or repairs! 👍🏻

11/12/2024

Volkswagen Crafter in today for a full service and EGR valve & cooler with all parts being genuine Volkswagen!

Drop me a message or contact me on 07594348093 if your vehicle is due a service or repairs! 👍🏻

27/11/2024

Mercedes Sprinter booked in today for an oil leak coming from the oil filter housing and cooler, common issue on these OM651 engines, I’ve replaced a few of these now!

This Sprinter is one of a few vans I look after for the same customer, if you are a business and have a fleet of vans or cars that need regular servicing and repairs and don’t have the time to take it to a garage then please feel free to get in contact with me on Facebook or 07594348093, I do almost all types of work mobile!