Our Services

                 

Servicing

C.J.S Mechanical / Marine Mobile Services carries out Services and Repairs on a wide variety of vehicles; we even wash your vehicle after servicing & offer loan vehicles out while your vehicle is getting repaired or serviced.

Whether you drive a brand new or older vehicle/boat/machine, the team from C.J.S Mechanical / Marine & Mobile Services can service your equipment using quality parts and oils. We can also use our scanning equipment with the latest software to scan onboard computers, which all new cars are fitted with these days, as well as being able to stamp log books so that your new Vehicle/Boat warranty will not be void. C.J.S Mechanical / Marine & Mobile Services can supply and fit 4x4 Vehicles / Off-Road Trailers with suspension lift kits & GVM (Gross Vehicle Mass) upgrade kits. We can also supply pre-fuel filter service kits to 4x4.

What Here at CJS Mechanical, WE DO NOT OFFER $99 or $130 dollar service due to the fact we spend up to 1.25Hrs to 1.75Hrs, checking over your Car or 4wd while using only the very best oils & filters on the market.

   Here is what your pride & joy or work Ute will receive in each in each CJS Mechanical Service :

• Replaced engine oil & filter with approved OEM specification
• Replaced sump plug washer
• Added Fuel treatment to fuel tank 
• Load test battery & inspect water level in the battery (if not self-maintenance, & give battery test printout)                                   
• Inspect fan drive belts & idler pulleys (Adjust belts if required)
• Checked fluid levels & topped up as required
• Pressure test & checked cooling system & associated hoses
• Checked condition & operation of all relevant safety items, e.g. brakes, lights, horn & wipers etc.
• Replace wiper blades
• Checked park brake & adjusted as required
• Rotated & balance tyres & checked condition & pressures (incl. spare), inflated as required
• Inspect & tighten tray bolts (tray back vehicles only)
• Inspected exhaust system
• Inspected steering & suspension system
• Checked onboard computer and scanned for any codes, recorded & cleared codes if necessary
• Lube door latches & hinges
• Washed down the engine bay
• Reset service reminder (If required)
• Road-tested vehicle & checked on-road operation & performance
• Hand wash, wax & chamois dry vehicle & tyre shine (free of charge)

 We also can carry out brake disc machining not only for in-house repairs but also for the general public or the trade industry.

   

                                                                               

 

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Mobile Services

Service Areas: Cairns, Gordonvale, Babinda, Innisfail, Port Douglas, Mossman, Mareeba, Atherton Tablelands & Cape York.

 

4x4 Services

 

Here at C.J.S Mechanical/Marine & Mobile Services, we offer several services such as Repairs,  Rebuilds and Accessory Fit Outs. While also being able to supply and fit 4x4 Vehicles and Off-Road Trailers, with suspension Lift Kits and GVM (Gross Vehicle Mass) Upgrade Kits. We can also supply Pre Fuel Filter Service Kits to suit your 4x4.

Why do you need an additional fuel filter or need a great quality Catch Can System?

Current production diesel engines are equipped with high-pressure electronically controlled injection systems. More than ever before, fuel quality and cleanliness are critical to the reliability of these highly advanced fuel injection systems. Designed to remove particle matter and water from fuel efficiently, the Pre fuel filter Filtration System is simply the best protection you can give your modern Diesel Fuel Injection system to avoid severe damage and expensive repairs.  Due to the extensive and varied range of cartridge sizes and micron ratings, they may be plumbed as a primary or a secondary filter. You should replace these filters according to the manufacturer’s recommendation.

Here at C.J.S Mechanical/Marine Services, we can supply and fit a wide range of installation kits which makes fitting a Pre Fuel/Secondary Filter to the most popular 4WDs and SUVs neat, tidy and hassle-free.

 

Catch Cans help protect your engine & slow the build-up of contaminates in your Diesel EGR system. Installing a decent catch can, set up thanks to HPD & CJS Mechanical/Marine & Mobile Services, this will prolong the life of your motor & EGR System lowing cost & maintenance requirements.

 

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New Car Service

Whether you drive a brand new or older vehicle, you're a tradie, old or young lady, a serious off-roader, or like style and luxury, the team from C.J.S Mechanical/Marine & Mobile Services can service your equipment using quality parts and oils. We can also use our scanning equipment with the latest software to scan onboard computers, which all new cars are fitted with these days, as well as being able to stamp log books so that your-your new Vehicle warranty will not be void.

Here at C.J.S Mechanical/Marine & Mobile Services, the team will take pride in providing you with the highest level of workmanship teamed with meticulous care for your vehicle, whether it is in our workshop or out on site. We also ensure that there are no surprise charges on your invoice by keeping you updated on what needs to be done and perhaps what will need to be done at the next service.

We also have the ability to send you updated images via SMS or email for repairs that have taken place or repairs that will need to be carried out during the next service.

Regular servicing and maintenance not only ensure your safety and the reliability of your car but makes for a better resale price when it comes time to upgrade as most people like to know a car has been looked after so that no nasty surprises are in store.

 

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Measure Ups for Trucks, Trailers and Caravans/Motor Homes

                 

Service Areas: Cairns, Gordonvale, Babinda, Innisfail, Port Douglas, Mossman, Mareeba, Atherton Tablelands & Cape York.

C.J.S Mechanical/Marine & Mobile Services are licensed/ticketed to carry out all types of measure-ups on Heavy/Light Trucks/Caravans and Trailers/Boat Trailers. This means we can not only do your measure-up but also carry out Roadworthy (RWC) and Certificates of Inspections (COI), so it saves you time & money rather than taking it down to the transport department for a measure-up.

 

 

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Industrial Services

Service Areas: Cairns, Gordonvale, Babinda, Innisfail, Port Douglas, Mossman, Mareeba, Atherton Tablelands & Cape York.

 

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Roadworthy Certificate (RWC), Certificate of Inspection (COI), UBER Inspections and Pre Purchase

 Pre Purchase Vehicle Inspections Starting from $160

  

Outside Vehicle                                                    

Take Pictures of the outside & inside of the vehicle for a condition report.
Check all dash gauges, no engine or fault lights present                               
Test drive the vehicle & carry out a brake test

Inside Of Vehicle

Check the service book & service history (If it is with the Vehicle)
Check Engine, Transmission/Drive Line operation/Noise,/Steering wheel Alignment
Check Body - Damage-any shape edges, or excessive rust
Inspect wiper blades & windscreen washer work
Check the windscreen for stone chips, cracks or damage
Lights - Check operation Bulbs Out/Broken, split lenses
Horn Operation/Handbrake Travel
Check the condition of the steering wheel & Grip-excessive movement
Brake & clutch pedal Foot Rubber Condition
Check seat belts/ operation & Seat condition (make sure seat belt clips in to buckle & retracts; also check for any fays)
Check all windows wide up & down (if electricity must work from the front main control panel as well as individual window control)
Check Power windows operate properly
Check all doors open & close properly
Check inter lights work on roofs & floors or in vans/bus floors or stepwell lights work.
Check inter fan speeds work & air control from front vents to dash/windscreen.

Under Bonnet

Check vehicle for engine oil leaks (around tappet covers, turbos, power steering pump and injector pumps)
Carry out compression test & check spark plugs (please note if this requires manifolds to be removed or glow plugs/injectors, extra charges will apply)
Radiator hose –Top, Bottom, Heater Hose, Radiator
Pressure Test Cooling System
Check engine oil level & condition & Blow By.
Check the condition of all fan belts -Cracks/Damage & idler pulleys
Check Battery health/load test

Under Vehicle Raise Vehicle

Check vehicle for engine oil leaks (around tappet covers, turbos, power steering pump and injector pumps)
Check the condition of tyres, tread, dates, rotation direction, Load rating & matching set.
Front-wheel bearings for movement Inspect Tie Rod Ends & Rack Bush for any movement
Check Rack boots & CV boots rubbers for any splits (If Fitted). Inspect Ball joints for any movement (If Fitted)
Inspect Kingpins/ swivel hubs (If Fitted)
Inspect front brake disc pads & rubber brake line hoses
Check front Control Arm Bush’s/ Radius rod bushes for any movement (If Fitted)
Check fan belts
Check around the water pump, radiator hoses & radiator tanks for any leaks
Check Clutch Slave Cylinder; pull the rubber boot back to inspect for any leaks
Check Engine Mounts
Check exhaust system Manifold bolts (not missing, snapped off) & all exhaust mounts & tap with hand any catalytic converters & mufflers
Check all driveline oils, conditions & reports)
Check fuel line hoses, coolers,
Check gearbox mounts
Check Tail shaft uni joints, yokes, pinions & centre bearings for movements.
Check rear control arm & trailing arm bushes (movement or spit in rubber bushes if fitted)
Check rear brake disc pads / if brake drum removes drums to inspect brake linings & pull brake wheel cylinder boots back inspect for leaks.
Check front & rear shockies if fit for any leaks or worn mounting bushes (if fitted)
Checked rear leaf spring/shackle bush (if fitted)
Make sure no rust holes in underbody floors or wheel arcs.

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Wheel Alignment/Balancing/Tyre Fitting

Here at C.J.S Mechanical/Marine & Mobile Services, we have the latest Wheel Alignment and Balancing machines the market has on offer.

Wheel Balancing and Alignment is a key factors for getting maximum life from your tires as well as ensuring the safety and handling of your vehicle. Regular Wheel Balancing, Tyre Rotation, and Wheel Alignments can reduce unnecessary wear and tear while also providing safe driving standards.

                                                                       

  

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Marine Services

                 

We are happy to perform maintenance and repairs on all types of boats, inboard & outboard engines and have the latest aftermarket scan tools for all the major brand outboards and inboard onboard computer systems.  C.J.S Mechanical/Marine & Mobile Services Workshop and Mobile Service Vehicle are ready to meet all of your servicing requirements. We can also carry out trailer servicing, including wheel bearings, springs, brakes, trailer lights and general repairs.

Our trained technicians are available to ensure that you and your family will not run into trouble out on the water. We can also undertake a full range of engine repairs and rebuilds, as well as a host of boat repairs, maintenance, and modifications.

Additionally, we can supply and fit Marine Radios, Sounders and Accessories, as well as Fishing Accessories, Rod Holders, Rocket Launchers, Bait Boards and Burley Buckets.

C.J.S Mechanical/Marine & Mobile Services values the safety of our customers and asks you not to take boating safety for granted. Have your boat inspected and serviced at least once each year to ensure your time is spent on the water – and NOT in the workshop.

 

Need a Pre-Purchase Boat Inspection? Sure thing we can help you out there here are just some of the things we check for you so you don't buy a floating pontoon.

Carry out pre-purchase boat & trailer inspection for customer
Check & record the boat hours on dash gauges
Inspect the date & check the condition of EPRB (if fitted)
Inspect & report on the condition of a boat interior, side gunnels, paintwork /sticker kits
Check & Test the operation of the boat bilge (If easily accessible)
Carry out battery test
Checked fuel lines, primer, and connections
Check the Condition of engine oil & level
Carry out a visual check on overall engine condition (oil leaks, excessive corrosion or damages)
Connect the board scan tool to the motor, check for any fault codes & record actual engine running hours (If applicable)
Start engine & run in test tank (if on-site, may use muffs)
Check the forward & reverse gear selection & operation of the throttle
Check the flow of water tell tail & check the engine cooling system temperature
Checked engine live data feed on the scan tool
Check the fuel quality (make sure, not stale or water in the pre-water separator filter)
Checked the condition of spark plugs & carried out engine cylinder compression test & recorded all cylinder compression values.
Checked the condition of all anodes on the leg transom, exhaust manifolds & engine head (If fitted)
Checked leg/ Gearbox oil quality
Check the propeller for damage, wear & excessive free play
Checked trailer lights
Checked wheel bearings for correct adjustment or noisy wheel bearings
Check brake pads, hubs, cables, and adjustment
Check suspension for excessive rust & leaf spring/shackle bushes for movement.
Carry out visual inspection & report on trailer framework rust Or damage

 

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Trailer Servicing

       

C.J.S Mechanical/Marine & Mobile Services also stock and can supply a wide range of new trailer parts and carry out minor/major trailer repairs, as well as being able to offer Safety Certificates, RWC, COI on Heavy/Light Truck/Boat Trailers

 

 

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Exhaust Systems 

Here at C.J.S Mechanical/ Marine & Mobile Services, we love to support Australian-made products & businesses, so we have teamed up and are very proud to not only use Manta Performance Exhaust systems on all of our own vehicles but supply and fit Highly quilty exhaust systems

                                    

 

WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE DIFFERENT EXHAUST PIPE SIZES? 

Manta Performance has designed and built many, many exhaust systems for all types of vehicles. They offer systems that use 2.5-inch pipes, 3-inch pipes, and 4-inch pipes.

 

 

Which one is right for you and your vehicle? We’re glad you asked!

IT ALL COMES DOWN TO YOUR VEHICLE AND WHAT YOU ARE DOING WITH IT

Manta Performance exhaust systems are specifically designed to get the most performance from the type of engine your vehicle comes equipped with. We can break all engines down into two basic categories:

1. Forced induction – turbocharged or supercharged
2. Normally aspirated

Then there is the difference between a 4WD and a street vehicle, such as your Commodores and Falcons. Let’s start with 4WDs.

TURBOCHARGED ENGINES ON 4WDS NEED BIGGER PIPES

Generally speaking, a turbocharged engine benefits from larger pipes – up to a point. Most Manta systems made for turbodiesels use 3-inch pipes. This provides several benefits:

-Faster spool-up of the turbos

-Improved gas flow

-More power

-Larger drop in exhaust gas temperatures

But there is a limit, and that has to do with the size of the turbo outlet pipe. In a vehicle like the 70 Series 4.5L V8, the turbo outlet is only about 2 inches across. This means that there are no extra gains from going up to a 4-inch pipe over a 3-inch. Another good reason to use a 3-inch pipe is that in the event of any pipe damage that happens off-road, you should be able to find a 3-inch pipe at most repair shops.

There is an exception to this rule, and it applies to twin-turbo engines like the one found on the 200 Series, as well as big displacement engines such as the 7.3L V8 on the Ford F250. A 4-inch system works well with these types of engines, giving you improved flow as well as better sound!

NORMALLY ASPIRATED ENGINES ON 4WDS NEED SMALLER PIPES

While a turbo acts as a compressor to pack more fuel and air into the cylinders, a normally aspirated (NA) engine must do without this upstream boost. These NA engines rely on a principle called exhaust scavenging to efficiently suck the exhaust gases out of the cylinders when the valves open.

WHAT IS EXHAUST SCAVENGING?

Exhaust scavenging is a process that starts when your NA engine’s exhaust gases exit each cylinder and travel through the exhaust system as quickly as possible. The high speed of the departing exhaust gases then creates a negative pressure area inside the cylinder, which works to pull more fuel-air mixture into the cylinder for the next combustion cycle. When the scavenging process is optimized, it’s like having a mini-supercharger on your engine.

Pipe size is critical here – pipes that are too large will reduce the scavenging effect, decreasing torque, slowing down the exhaust flow, and impairing the engine’s performance. Manta Performance exhaust systems are engineered to maximize this scavenging effect, boosting your car’s performance significantly.

Years of experience have led us here at Manta Performance to use 2.5-inch pipes on our NA exhaust systems. By maintaining the right amount of exhaust scavenging, the 2.5-inch pipe produces improved performance and preserves low-end torque, especially when extractors are added.

THE SAME PRINCIPLES APPLY TO STREET VEHICLES

For street exhaust systems, our guidance is the same as that for off-road vehicles. For turbocharged and supercharged vehicles, a Manta system with 3-inch twin pipes will flow over 800+kw, which is perfect for a blown powertrain or a vehicle with an upgraded cam. It also gives you a deeper, louder note.

For NA street vehicles, our 2.5-inch twin systems will flow up to 500+kw, which is ideal for a naturally aspirated engine. This is also a quieter option that provides less interior resonance.

WHAT ABOUT HEADER PIPE SIZES?

We are often asked, “What is the ideal header primary pipe size?” The right answer depends on the modifications made to your vehicle and how you plan to use it:

-For a daily driver, a 1 3/4-inch primary pipe provides great mid-range torque while slightly reducing your top-end power

 potential.

-For blown engines and racing use, a 1 7/8-inch primary pipe gives you the best top-end performance, but you will lose some mid-range torque.

Bottom line, whatever mods you have made or planned, Manta Performance has the right exhaust system for you and your vehicle, wherever and however you plan to drive it!

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Accessories 

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Buying/Selling 

Here at C.J.S Mechanical/Marine & Mobile Service, we offer pre-purchase inspections for Cars,4wds, Truck, Trailers & Vessel Starting from Just $160

We value you, as the customer and your vehicles/vessels so much; it's not just a job to us working on your vehicles/vessels but more so a privilege and passion of ours. So we will advertise vehicles/vessels on the web page for sale free of charge .yes that's right Free of charge. How do you ask?

We like to offer our existing customers and new customers a buying and selling service that we do for free. Unlike some shifty used car dealers with no idea or genuine history /repairs on what they are selling, to that budgie-up back yarder mechanic, dishonest private sellers around town and surrounding areas.

Any commission does not drive us for sales, budgets, time frames or trying to sell any bogus warranty scams. We are independent, a local family, everyday certified mechanics, basing you, the buyer, with facts, service history and repairs throughout the life/time the vehicles/vessels have been under our team's care.

So what can you, as the buyer, expect?  That little bit of peace of mind, whether it's that first car/boat for your son, daughter or your second or third vehicle/vessel because you just wanted to upgrade or expand due to family or lifestyle changes/circumstances. Here at C.J.S Mechanical/Marine & Mobile Service, we are trying to look out for the best interest of you to the buyer and make sure you haven't bought a piece of sh.....t and could be leaving you a lot more debt and downtime.

As for the Seller, what can they expect? We don't charge you any fees, nor do we charge any commission. We simply just take all the hard work and stress that can be involved when trying to sell vehicles/vessel-like, e.g., Technical talk about models, extras, km, hours, modifications, RWC  inspections, helping with transfer papers, and we can even organize detailing. We also take dealing with tyre kickers or no genuine inquiries, so it doesn't put you out or cause you any inconvenience to your day/nights, as we only refer you to genuinely interested people before exchanging out any numbers.

So what's in it for C.J.S Mechanical/Marine & Mobile Service, you ask? Only the fact we keep our current customers even happier and hopefully, we gain a few new ones in the future, which leaves our team with more vehicles/vessels to work on. This leads to more satisfaction and the thought of knowing we have just helped out another customer, which we are so appreciative to have and, in return, hope to save them time, money and heartache. Cheers & happy motoring to all.

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