Your local car service mechanic in Clontarf, Hycraft Automotive bring you only the best in car servicing and automotive repairs.

We now have two Free Loan Cars available. We have a utility for use by tradespeople and a standard loan car. Both Free Loan Cars are automatic transmission.

Conveniently located in Clontarf, Hycraft Automotive specialise in car servicing for all makes and models, including commercial fleet vehicles. We provide Log Book Service with a Nationwide Warranty on Parts and Labour.

Hycraft Automotive have been in business for more than 40 years and the car service team has more than 100+ years combined experience between them. We are an Independently owned and operated car service workshop. So you get the friendly local service that only a small business can give, but we are backed by the Repco Authorised Service Network which means we maintain nationally accredited standards and can offer a Nationwide Warranty.

As a Repco Authorised Service centre, Hycraft Automotive have a commitment to high quality workmanship, ensuring the very best in automotive care. Our Business is a member of the Repco Auto Tech training program, ensuring each mechanic is kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods.

Our fully qualified log book servicing ensures your car is in safe hands, and we provide quality car service and repairs on all models including;

We wash and vaccuum every vehicle booked in for a service and we keep all parts replaced or removed in case you want to see them. Simply ask the mechanic when you book your car in for service.

Hycraft Automotive care about the local community and support a range of local charities and organisations including:

So rest assured - at Hycraft Automotive your car is in safe hands. We provide a comprehensive range of car services including:

For friendly car service from a trusted independent mechanic rely on the team at Hycraft Automotive.

Log Book Service with Nationwide Warranty on Parts and Labour & Free Vehicle Inspection Report. Repco Authorised Service Centre.

Automotive Servicing and Repairs in Clontarf

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Brake fluid transfers the pressure you put on the brake pedal through to the actual brakes.
Without the brake fluid your brakes quite simply would not work. As everyone knows - not having brakes is a huge problem! In fact even slightly affected brakes are very dangerous.


Brake fluid absorbs moisture very easily. Brake fluids are also subject to very high temperatures and so they are designed to have a high boiling point to stop them from boiling and evaporating- when brake fluid has accumulated too much moisture- this lowers its boiling point and it can boil off more easily causing low levels. Low levels of brake fluid affect your braking performance and could mean your car will fail to stop.
Brake Fluid that has absorbed too much moisture will also shorten the life of your braking system including damaging the callipers, wheel cylinders and anti-lock braking systems.

Why is brake fluid replacement necessary?

Your manufacturer's log book will advise how regularly your brake fluid should be changed or flushed, we recommend a drain and replacement every two years however it is wise to have it regularly checked by an expert at every service to make sure the levels are not reducing too fast (a sign of a leak) or that the moisture levels have not reached a point that could be damaging your system.

How often should I replace my brake fluid?

At Hycraft Automotive we offer a full 65 Point Vehicle Inspection report, upon request, with every full car service which includes a written review of your brake fluid, master cylinder, front and back discs and pads, callipers and cylinders and more. This inspection helps to identify any issues in your vehicle which should be addressed and our mechanics will certainly advise you if they feel your vehicle might need a brake fluid replacement, or an out of schedule brake system service or repairs.

Do you check the brake fluids during a car service?

Without the brake fluid your brakes quite simply would not work.

Brake fluid - what is it and why do I need it? 

Your car's braking and suspension play an important part in making sure that your car stops quickly and safely. Here at Hycraft Automotive in Clontarf we take your safety very seriously. This is why we have invested in a state of the art Safe-T-Stop testing machine and we are an approved Safe-T-Stop Testing Centre.

Specialist Braking & Suspension Testing in Clontarf.

Your family's safety can be trusted with a Safe-T-Stop test. It provides an added safety inspection that goes far beyond a standard check and road test to scientifically test your braking capacity and ensure maximum stopping performance. No matter how good the mechanic involved, there is no way a simple road test could ever produce the accurate and detailed information provided by a full Safe-T-Stop test.

Safe-T-Stop test lanes measure and simulate a vehicle's brake performance in real-life conditions, exactly as it would happen in real life, including an emergency stop on the road! This technology allows us to carry out the entire inspection without even leaving the workshop.

Along with the peace of mind that comes from knowing that your car will stop straight and in the shortest possible distance in an emergency, having your braking and suspension system in peak operating condition help you save money by minimising tyre drag and tyre wear which can increase fuel costs.

A Safe-T-Stop check will give the Hycraft Automotive mechanic testing your car a detailed and accurate printed report that will enable them to advise you on any urgent repairs or critical adjustments that should be made to your braking or suspension systems.

Safe-T-Stop - Committed to Safer Motoring

Want to know more about safe braking and suspension?

Find out more about Safe-T-Stop Testing at http://www.safetstop.com.au  or visit www.repcoservice.com for more about Shock Absorbers or Brake Service

Book your safe-t-stop test online or call Hycraft Automotive today.

Car not braking the way it used to? A Safe-T-Stop test will soon have your braking back on track.

When it comes to brakes, you should never wait until brake repairs are necessary.  

Proper testing and routine checkups, such as our 65 Point Vehicle Inspection which we provide with all full car services, are important to ensure your vehicle's brake system is in top condition. Our expert team of technicians will be happy to advise you when they suspect that service or repair of your brake system is indicated to stop it becoming a bigger issue.

Brake services we perform at Hycraft Automotive include:

Brake Disc/Rotor and Drum Resurfacing or Machining

If you recognise any symptoms that your car's braking system could possibly need service or repairs simply book online with us and have the brakes of your vehicle assessed through our Clontarf workshop today.

When it comes to brakes, you should'nt wait until brake repairs are necessary, get tested regularly.  

Brake and Clutch Service in Clontarf

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We advise that our workshop will be closed for the Christmas period from the close of business on Friday the 20th of December and reopening on Monday the 6th of January. If you need to contact us over the break you will be able to do so via our email at info@hycraftautomotive.com.au or book on line via our website. 

We advise that the workshop will be closed over the Easter long weekend reopening on Tuesday the 11th of April

We advise that we will be closed Thursday the 25th of April for ANZAC Day and the following Friday the 26th of April, reopening Monday the 29th of April.

We advise that we will be closed Monday the 1st of May for Labour Day reopening Tuesday the 2nd of May.

Please note our workshop will be open Public holiday Wednesday 16th of August, but closed Monday the 14th of August. Apologies for the inconvenience..

We wish to advise that we will be closed for the public holiday on the 2nd of October. Apologies for any inconvenience.

Hycraft Automotive take great pride in offering their clients personalised, and friendly service at all times.
Conveniently located in Clontarf, 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.
Hycraft Automotive 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.


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