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We advise that our workshop will be closed for the Christmas period from the close of business on Thursday the 22nd of December and reopening on Tuesday the 3rd of January

We advise that we are closed for the Easter long weekend from Friday 29th of March, reopening Tuesday 2nd of April

Southey's Mechanical Repairs take great pride in offering their clients personalised, and friendly service at all times.
Conveniently located in Dalby, the business is a member of the Repco Auto Tech training program, ensuring their technicians are kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods.
Southey's Mechanical Repairs have a wealth of experience in servicing all makes and models, including commercial fleet vehicles. As a Repco Authorised Service centre, they have a commitment to high quality workmanship, ensuring the very best in automotive care.


Preparing Your Car for School Holiday Driving in Dalby With Easter just around the corner, it's time to start thinking about getting your car ready for the school holidays... Whether you're planning a long road trip or just staying local in Dalby, regular car servicing is essential for ensuring your vehicle is in top condition. At Southey's Mechanical Repairs, we offer expert car services to help keep your vehicle safe and reliable. Let’s explore why regular servicing is so crucial and what it includes. First and foremost, regular car servicing is a preventive measure. It helps catch potential issues before they become serious problems. By maintaining your vehicle, you ensure that it remains safe and efficient on the road. Especially during school holidays, when roads are busier, having a well-serviced car can provide peace of mind. At Southey's Mechanical Repairs, our services cover all makes and models, including commercial fleet vehicles. We perform comprehensive checks that include examining the brakes, tyres, engine, and more. A critical aspect of our service is our ARC-approved air conditioning service (AU26633). Not only does this service help in maintaining a comfortable cabin environment, but it also enhances fuel efficiency and protects your health. Booking your car service early is a smart move, especially before the Easter rush. Many people wait until the last minute, leading to packed schedules at workshops. By scheduling your service early at Southey's Mechanical Repairs, you avoid the stress of potential delays and ensure your vehicle is ready for the road. During a routine service, our qualified technicians perform a variety of tasks to ensure your car is in perfect condition. These include checking and replacing engine oil and filters, inspecting the cooling system, and ensuring the electrical components are functioning correctly. Tyre checks are crucial, as proper inflation and tread depth are vital for safe driving. We also examine the suspension and steering systems, which are essential for handling, especially on longer journeys or unfamiliar roads. Why Choose Southey's Mechanical Repairs At Southey's Mechanical Repairs, we pride ourselves on keeping up to date with the latest vehicle repair methods through our association with the Repco Auto Tech training program. This commitment to continuous learning ensures that our team is equipped with the knowledge and skills to tackle any vehicle issue, no matter how complex. One often-overlooked component of car maintenance is the logbook service. It's more than just a stamp; it's a record that shows your car has been well-maintained according to the manufacturer's specifications. At Southey's Mechanical Repairs, our logbook services are thorough and precise, ensuring your warranty remains intact and your vehicle performs at its best. Another reason to consider regular servicing at Southey's Mechanical Repairs is our commitment to environmental responsibility. Our practices are designed to minimise environmental impact, ensuring that we conduct all our services with care and precision. So, as the school holiday period approaches, make it a priority to prepare your vehicle. Whether it's for a family road trip or just ensuring smooth local travel in Dalby, regular car servicing at Southey's Mechanical Repairs is a step towards safer, more reliable driving. Don't wait until the last minute - schedule your service today and enjoy the confidence of a well-maintained vehicle. After all, taking care of your car means taking care of your journey, wherever the road may lead.

Get your car ready for School Holiday  driving with regular service at Southey's Mechanical Repairs in Dalby. Ensure safety and reliability for long trips or local drives. Book early to beat the School Holiday  rush!

Ensure safety and reliability for the holidays

Are you ready to hit the road with confidence? We’re giving 21 lucky winners the chance to win a $100 voucher for Repco Authorised Service! That’s one winner every day for 21 days. Whether your car needs a service, a tune-up, or just a little TLC, this is your chance to get it sorted – on us! All you need to do is hop on over to www.repcoservice.com and go on a little hunt... if you find the easter egg - make a note of what page it's on and then enter your favourite road trip destination! 
A little hint - You might CHOOSE US if you need a LOGBOOK SERVICE!
Happy Hunting ! 

We’re giving 21 lucky winners the chance to win a $100 voucher for Repco Authorised Service!

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Keep your cool, without global warming. A proactive car air conditioning approach to protecting our environment.  As Australia begins phasing down HFC use (from January 2018), many new vehicle manufacturers may be switching to new air conditioning systems using the more environmentally friendly refrigerant R-1234yf, instead of R-134a. The benefits of using R-1234yf "Twelve Thirty Four", as R-1234yf is sometimes known, is an HFO type refrigerant delivering high performance, resulting in a more efficient air-conditioning system, fewer emissions and reduced fuel consumption. Hydrofluoroolefins (HFO's) have a double carbon bond meaning they trap less heat in the atmosphere than Hydrofluorocarbons (HFC's) and break down faster. Importantly, R-1234yf systems are specifically engineered to prevent refrigerant leakage and loss, including into the interior of the vehicle. The leakage of refrigerants contributes considerably to greenhouse gases. Why the switch? Older type refrigerants accumulate in the upper atmosphere as greenhouse gases and contribute significantly to Global Warming for a considerable time. In the mid-'90s, the old R-12 (or Freon), which takes a long time to break down into a non-greenhouse gas, was replaced with R134a, which breaks down much quicker. R-1234yf takes that improvement to the next level, breaking down in less than half the time of R-134a (and a fraction of the time R-12 can take). R-134a will remain in use for some time and a licensed mechanic can still service R-134a air con systems, but new vehicles will likely use the new systems with R-1234yf. Some already are. Irrespective of what type of refrigerant your car air conditioner uses, a car service workshop undertaking air conditioner service must have the right knowledge and equipment to handle these gases responsibly. You should always take your car to a mechanic with the skills and specialist equipment to undertake air conditioning service safely and correctly.

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Trust, experience & knowledge ... You can rely on your Local and Independent Repco Authorised Service centre, Southey's Mechanical Repairs to service and repair your vehicle. As a Repco Authorised Service centre, Southey's Mechanical Repairs use quality parts and lubricants and employ state of the art diagnostic equipment and repair methods. What’s more, our fully qualified technicians have access to the latest service information, bulletins and training through the Australia wide Repco Auto Tech program. We provide a full range of automotive services right here in Dalby and surrounding areas, all backed by our Repco Authorised Service Nationwide Warranty and fully supported at over 500 Service Centres right across Australia. So rest assured - your car is in safe hands.

As a Repco Authorised Service centre, we use quality parts and lubricants and employ state of the art diagnostic equipment and repair methods.

Southey's Mechanical Repairs - Our expertise & knowledge

Modern radiator coolants not only protect your car from overheating, or the fluid from freezing, they also protect the radiator system from corrosion. Southey's Mechanical Repairs in Dalby are very knowledgeable and experienced in looking after these systems.  It is recommended that you exchange your radiator coolant fluid every two years or 40,000 km's whichever comes first. However the size of the engine, the climate in your area, the age of your current coolant, and the total miles that have been driven can all affect the need to replace the coolant in your radiator. Knowing when to replenish your radiator fluid isn't always easy - obviously, when it has gone a dirty brown colour it's a sign it probably needs to be flushed and replaced - however even fresh-looking coolant could have lost its corrosion protection properties and without measuring its reserve alkalinity there's no signal that it is no longer protecting your vehicle components, and it could even be doing more damage than good. Maintaining good coolant means your radiator system will be much better protected from corrosion and will have a longer life span, it will help prevent you from having to replace expensive engine components. At Southey's Mechanical Repairs in Dalby at your request, we will perform a full 65 Point Vehicle Inspection report for free as part of any minor, major or log book service. Part of this inspection includes checking the level and condition of coolant in your system and the written report will advise you if we feel a radiator flush, fluid replacement or any repairs are required to maintain the performance of your vehicle.

Even if it looks clean, your coolant still might need replacing!

Radiator Coolant

Faulty and low charge batteries are to be avoided. Don't wait till you're stranded somewhere on the side of the road, hoping for a jump start. It is easy to have your car, bike, truck battery tested or charged up at Southey's Mechanical Repairs in Dalby.  Often issues occur because we have all reduced how much we drive or decided to only rely on one car (as petrol prices skyrocket!) and have left the other in the garage. But did you know that batteries can still discharge even when your car isn't in use? - ask Southey's Mechanical Repairs about a battery test today!  Our technicians do a battery load test as part of the 65 Point Vehicle Inspection Report that comes free with every car service. If you have concerns, we can do a stand-alone battery test and inspection right here in Dalby. Car Battery FAQ How do I know if my battery is getting flat or low? The most obvious sign of a flat battery is when your car won't start, but modern motor vehicles can show symptoms like non-essential functions not operating correctly - things like idle stop-start function not working, or the car's air-conditioning not working effectively.
Other signs you might need a new car battery include: Vehicle is slow to start Engine won't start Dash Lights work, but engine won't start Constantly needing a jump start Film or corrosion on the battery Cracked swollen or leaky battery Rotten egg smell under the hood Do I need a new car battery? The most obvious sign of a flat battery is when your car won't start. Modern motor vehicles can show symptoms like the idle stop-start not working or the car's air-conditioning not working to full capacity.

Other signs include cracked, dirty or leaky batteries, a rotten egg smell under the hood of your car, or regularly needing a jump start or recharge. The best way to know if you need a new battery is to get a car battery test at {{{businessName}}} Does a flat battery use more fuel? Yes! When your car battery is running flat, the alternator works harder to recharge the battery. This added load on the engine means it burns more fuel. Where can I buy a new car battery? Come in and see us! As a Repco Authorised Service Centre, {{{businessName}}} have access to the highest quality batteries to suit most vehicles. Who can test my car battery? {{{businessName}}} can do a battery load test. Phone us or visit the workshop today. Why choose {{{businessName}}} for a battery test? If you have concerns about your vehicle's performance, it is wise to get your battery tested at a full-service workshop like {{{businessName}}} rather than at a parts store. That's because we take into consideration the whole vehicle and can diagnose any deeper issues. There is nothing worse than replacing your car battery only to find the problem actually lies elsewhere… except maybe being told your battery test is fine with no explanation for your ongoing issues! Can my car battery be recharged? Yes, in fact the battery is being recharged by the alternator in your car whenever the engine is running. Sometimes this fix isn't enough, and your battery requires an external recharge. It's best to ask the professionals like our team at {{{businessName}}} about this, as you could void the battery warranty by recharging it yourself. Sometimes external recharging is not the best option because every battery eventually reaches a point in its life where replacement is the only answer to avoid unexpected breakdowns. Can I fit my battery myself? The short answer is yes...But! Modern vehicles are “computers on wheels”, so if you decide to DIY you must follow proper installation procedures to avoid damaging the ECM (Engine Control Module) and TCM (Transmission Control Module). Plus, if the battery gets incorrectly installed, items like the radio, the navigation system and security codes may need to be professionally reset. Talk to {{{businessName}}} today. We can recommend the right battery for your needs and install it for you. 

Ever replaced your battery only to find your car problem wasn't fixed? Don't be left feeling flat, get your battery tested at a full service workshop.

Southey's Mechanical Repairs

Cars are our passion.

Ensure safety and reliability for the holidays

Win $100 off your next service!

There's a new gas in town

Southey's Mechanical Repairs - Our expertise & knowledge

Radiator Coolant

Car Battery Testing and FAQ