Brake service
Inspect and adjust shoes, magnets, drums, springs and backing plates.
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Mobile · Greater Hobart
Caravan brakes, bearings & suspension — done on-site
Full brake service, bearing repacks, component replacements and suspension work carried out at your driveway. Safer towing across Tasmania's hills and highways.
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Your local Hobart caravan mechanic
Caravan Brake, Bearing & Suspension Service in Hobart
Brakes and bearings are the two systems most likely to leave you stranded — or worse. Both wear silently until they fail, so scheduled service is the only reliable way to stay ahead of them.
We service and replace brake components, repack or replace wheel bearings, and diagnose and repair suspension issues on caravans, camper trailers and box trailers across Greater Hobart.
What's included
Every brakes, bearings & suspension job covers
Brake replacement
Full brake assembly, magnet or shoe replacement as required.
Bearing repack
Clean, inspect and repack with high-temperature grease; replace seals.
Bearing replacement
Full bearing and race replacement with correct pre-load.
Suspension checks
Springs, shackles, bushes, shocks and U-bolts all inspected for wear.
Suspension repairs
Replacement of worn shackles, bushes, hangers, springs and shocks.
Why it matters
Why this service is worth doing properly
- A single seized bearing can destroy a stub axle, wheel and hub in minutes on the highway.
- Weak or unbalanced electric brakes make steep descents on Tasmanian roads genuinely dangerous.
- Worn suspension bushes cause uneven tyre wear, poor tracking and premature chassis fatigue.
New customers
Free quote + $50 off your first service
Mention this page when you call or submit the form to claim.
FAQs
Brakes, Bearings & Suspension — your questions
How often should caravan brakes and bearings be serviced?+
Every 10,000–15,000 km or every 12 months. Book sooner if you notice vibration, grinding, pulling to one side or uneven tyre wear.
Can you replace worn suspension components on-site?+
Yes. We carry common shackles, bushes, U-bolts and shock absorbers, and can source and fit replacement springs and hangers when required.
Do you service both single and tandem axle vans?+
Yes. We service everything from single-axle campers through to heavy tandem-axle off-road vans.
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