COVID-19

NSW is currently dealing with a COVID-19 outbreak.


Before making a booking, please confirm the below:


  1. No member of your immediate household or yourself has been in contact with someone who has had a confirmed case of COVID-19 in the last 14 days.
  2. You do not currently have any flu like or respiratory symptoms - fever, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath, loss of smell or loss of taste.
  3. Having reviewed the list of the latest COVID-19 case locations in NSW and other states, you have not been to a venue on a date and time that requires self-isolation.

Perth and Peel COVID-19 lock down

Perth and Peel have entered a minimum 4-day lockdown from 12:01am, Tuesday 29 June 2021 until 12.01am, Saturday 3 July, 2021

For more information, please visit https://www.wa.gov.au/government/announcements/4-day-lockdown-introduced-perth-and-peel


If you can answer yes to one of the questions below, you can continue with your booking


  1. Are you an essential service or critical service employee? (Essential service employees list can be found here.)
  2. Is the service you require a breakdown or emergency repair?
  3. Is this something that is a matter of safety and you believe it cannot wait until restrictions ease?


If you feel there are extenuating circumstances with your booking or need further assistance please call 13 30 32 for help as to whether we can be of service to you.

South-East Queensland COVID-19 lock down

South East Queensland has entered a COVID-19 lockdown


If you can answer yes to one of the questions below, you can continue with your booking


  1. Are you an essential service or critical service employee? (Essential service employees list can be found here.)
  2. Is the service you require a breakdown or emergency repair?
  3. Is this something that is a matter of safety and you believe it cannot wait until restrictions ease?


If you feel there are extenuating circumstances with your booking or need further assistance please call 13 30 32 for help as to whether we can be of service to you.

South Australia COVID-19 lockdown

South Australia has entered a COVID-19 lockdown.


If you can answer yes to one of the questions below, you can continue with your booking


  1. Are you an essential service or critical service employee?
  2. Is the service you require a breakdown or emergency repair?
  3. Is this something that is a matter of safety and you believe it cannot wait until restrictions ease?


If you feel there are extenuating circumstances with your booking or need further assistance please call 13 30 32 for help as to whether we can be of service to you.

COVID-19

Victoria is currently dealing with a COVID-19 outbreak.


Before making a booking, please confirm the below:


  1. No member of your immediate household or yourself has been in contact with someone who has had a confirmed case of COVID-19 in the last 14 days.
  2. You do not currently have any flu like or respiratory symptoms - fever, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath, loss of smell or loss of taste.
  3. Having reviewed the list of the latest COVID-19 case locations in VIC and other states, you have not been to a venue on a date and time that requires self-isolation.

ACT COVID-19 lockdown

ACT has entered a COVID-19 lockdown.


If you can answer yes to one of the questions below, you can continue with your booking


  1. Are you an essential service or critical service employee?
  2. Is the service you require a breakdown or emergency repair?
  3. Is this something that is a matter of safety and you believe it cannot wait until restrictions ease?


If you feel there are extenuating circumstances with your booking or need further assistance please call 13 30 32 for help as to whether we can be of service to you.

Lube Mobile Hygiene Practices When Servicing Customers Vehicles

There is evidence that the Coronavirus (COVID-19) spreads from person to person, some reports suggest the virus can last for several days on surfaces including plastics found in vehicles.


Good hygiene can prevent infection from coronavirus as well as the common cold and flu.


With this in mind we wish to share with you what practices Lube Mobile have put in place to ensure the safety of our Customers and of our staff.


Prior to working inside a vehicle, the Lube Mobile technician will use the following procedure;


  1. The technician will check with you whether you have been overseas and ordered to comply with a self-isolation order.

  2. Disinfect car. 

  3. Disinfect hands. 

  4. Where possible avoid switching on HAVAC system (air conditioning / heater control). 


Disinfect Car

  1. Disinfect outside door handle prior to entering the vehicle. 

  2. Spray or wipe all relevant areas inside the vehicle. 

  3. Allow disinfectant to sit for up to 10mins to dry by airing out the vehicle. 

  4. Conduct works inside the vehicle.

  5. When the work is finished we will give the vehicle a final spray or wipe prior to returning the vehicle to you (including outside door handle). 


Parts of the Vehicle to be Disinfected

  1. Door handle (outside first then inside). 

  2. Steering wheel. 

  3. Radio and other control buttons and indicators. 

  4. Seat belt. 

  5. Any other areas we may need to touch when working inside the vehicle (i.e. glove box handles, drink holders, dashboard, hand brake and gears etc.) 


Disinfect Hands

  1. We will use hand sanitiser or washing of hands prior to entering the vehicle. 

  2. After completing the work we will Sanitise our hands thoroughly and close the door to the vehicle. 


Payment and Invoicing

  1. No Cash payments. Our strong preference is payment by card via the tap and go facility. 

  2. Printing of invoices and quotes will cease and we will instead email them to you. 


Should you have any queries regarding our Coronavirus (Covid-19) procedures, or any other matter please do not hesitate in contacting us on 13 30 32.


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Fuel Tank Repair

car repairs

Lube Mobile, the Mobile Mechanics repair Fuel Tanks.

Wheather it has a leak, has rust or dirt inside, Lube Mobile can Help.

At Lube Mobile we offer fuel tank repair as one of our services. If your car is leaking a liquid near the rear of the car, it could be that you have a puncture in the fuel tank, or that one of the many connectors is malfunctioning. This can be very dangerous, and petrol is highly combustible, especially when it is in vapour form.

To check if it is petrol, you can smell the liquid. Petrol has a very distinctive smell, and anyone that has filled up a car should be familiar with it. If the dripping under your car smells like petrol you probably have a problem that needs to be repaired. Ideally you should not drive a car that has a leaking fuel tank. Your best option is to either have the car towed to a place that can repair the problem or call a mobile mechanic that can come to you. Hiring a mobile mechanic can save you money as you won’t need to pay for a tow to move your car or risk your safety by driving it.

If you seem to be going through more petrol (or diesel) than normal, but can’t see any actual signs of leaking, you might need the fuel system checked over and a fuel tank repair. Although there can be other reasons for excessive fuel consumption, such as poorly adjusted carburettors, you should have your fuel system inspected for any leaks. While fuel leaking when the car is stationary is a clear sign that something is wrong, fuel will often escape during driving as this is when it is pumped from the tank into the engine bay, and it is moving along the fuel lines. The most common place for fuel to leak is through the moving parts of the system, or by any of the joins.

Gas powered cars need to have their systems regularly inspected. Mechanics can do this with a gas detection device. This is a very sensitive tool that is designed specifically to check for gas leaks. At Lube Mobile we can perform this service for you, without the hassle of having to take your car to a mechanic.

How to Repair A Hole in The Fuel Tank?

In most cases a fuel tank repair can be completed quickly. For small holes and leaks an epoxy bonding agent can be used. The fuel tank will need to be drained of as much fuel as possible. The vehicle will need to be raised and a proper inspection performed to find the exact location of the leak. In some cases, it may be better to have a complete fuel tank replacement. Especially if the fuel tank is excessively worn and old.

Once the location is found and cleaned, the fuel tank repair can commence. A bonding epoxy will be mixed and applied to the site of the leak. Once it has dried, the area should be sanded until it is smooth to the touch. Then an inspection will be carried out, so the bond is correct and no longer leaking. This test may involve filling the fuel tank up and running the car. Once it has been established that there are no more leaks, the car can be lowered, and the job completed.

A properly repaired fuel tank using an epoxy sealant should last for many years. But it is a good idea to keep an eye on the car for any leaks. Having your car service completed by the same mechanic means they will know the history of the car and be able to perform these checks regularly.

How to Repair A Plastic Fuel Tank Leak?

Completing a fuel tank repair on a plastic tank is very similar to the repairs on a steel tank. However usually a different type of epoxy sealant will be used. In some cases, the repair can be performed while the tank is attached to the car. But, for best results it is better to remove the tank so a complete inspection and fuel tank service can be completed.

If you have a lot of damage to the plastic fuel tank, it may be better to have a fuel tank replacement. This way you are guaranteed that all problems will be fixed, and your tank will last you many years of motoring. Based on an inspection of the overall health of your fuel tank we can give you a recommendation on which is better for your vehicle.

How to Hire a Mobile Mechanic?

At Lube Mobile we have a fleet of vehicles offering our services all over Australia, and we are available for all types of fuel tank repair, we cover all aspects, including testing, parts supply, and fuel tank replacement, or any other car repairs.

If you are searching for a mechanical specialist that is ‘near me’ you’ll find our vans are available in all major cities, including Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, Perth and Adelaide. Over the past 30 years Lube Mobile has established itself as the largest mobile mechanic service in Australia with over 190 vans operating daily. Most of our services are completed onsite, but we have workshops available for those bigger jobs that require more equipment. We can work on a variety of makes and models, and our work comes with a warranty.

Booking in is an easy process and can be completed by using our online booking system or by calling 13 30 32. We’ll come to you and get your car back to be the best it can!

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