The hardest-working component in any vehicle with a manual transmission is the clutch. Every start, every stop and every gear change means the clutch is engaging and disengaging. This causes friction between the clutch plate, pressure plate and flywheel when…
We recently performed an ECU Remap on this Ford Ranger XLT and Toyota Landcruiser. Our clients wanted extra performance, improved fuel economy as well as better throttle response. So, with a full ECU remap we were able to increase the…
Hot Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) off a 2010 Mitsi Pajero. What's a DPF? DPF (diesel particulate filter) is an exhaust based filter used to remove diesel particulate matter or soot from the exhaust gas of a diesel engine. As with any…
Nelson Truck Repairs & Spares Ltd requires a new diesel technician or 3rd year apprentice to join our rapidly expanding family business which is locally owned and operated and run on family values. This is a permanent full time role.…
A slipping clutch can be due to the clutch plate wearing or when the pressure plate cannot supply enough clamping force to the clutch plate onto the flywheel. We've just repaired a slipping clutch in a Ford Ranger. Our customer…
To prevent my truck having DPF and EGR issues again, I contacted the guys at Nelson Truck Repairs & Spares. They had the truck for half a day and solved any further DPF and EGR issues. I also had the…
Thanks to TWL for recently putting on a BBQ for our team. Chicken nibbles, bangers, bacon, meat patties - what a treat! Just what was needed on a cold winters day! For all your commercial vehicle maintenance and servicing requirements,…
...a full ECU remap can turn it into a whole new beast! We've been busy remapping a wide range of vehicles of late. Here's a couple of comments from our recent customers who are enjoying the extra power boost -…
Isn't it frustrating when you get into your vehicle on a cold winter morning and find the ignition doesn’t spark. The wipers are leaving streaks and you've just remembered your coolant levels should have been checked. You can avoid the…
We have great support from our Vertex lubricants supplier and to help us keep up-to-date on new products and specifications, our supplier recently held refresher training with our technicians. The correct lubricant can contribute greatly to the performance of your…