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Reliable NW garage?

Posted: 08 Mar 2011, 11:16
by pinkypinky
Hi,
I need my 1.9 petrol valves replacing and cylinder head putting back on (long story) and the engine putting back in the van. I have seen the website for Accrington Beeltes & Campers and also for manchester Air cooled, and was wondering if anyone could recommend either one of these or anywhere else to try,
many thanks
Sarah

Re: Reliable NW garage?

Posted: 08 Mar 2011, 12:00
by slowcoach
manc air cooled are excellent in my opinion. been there a good few times over the last couple of years- nice guys, good value and great work are all ive seen there.

Re: Reliable NW garage?

Posted: 08 Mar 2011, 20:09
by Cruz
www.brickwerks.co.uk - Huddersfield

www.gasure.co.uk - Chester

not exactly local but if you are having to get the van towed to a garage you may as well take it to the best

Re: Reliable NW garage?

Posted: 10 Mar 2011, 12:36
by jake1953
I use Walton Summit Mot centre (01772 698754) On the industrial estate of the same name in Bamber Bridge (just south of Preston J29)
They are not VW specific But I have seen a caravelle having an engine change/overhaul being done also loads of vintage/classic cars are taken there. Ask for Peter.
I have no affilliation with the company but I work on the same estate and he gets a great reputation. However be prepared, he won't be rushed.

Re: Reliable NW garage?

Posted: 10 Mar 2011, 16:36
by Cruz
jake1953 wrote:I use Walton Summit Mot centre (01772 698754) On the industrial estate of the same name in Bamber Bridge (just south of Preston J29)
They are not VW specific But I have seen a caravelle having an engine change/overhaul being done also loads of vintage/classic cars are taken there. Ask for Peter.
I have no affilliation with the company but I work on the same estate and he gets a great reputation. However be prepared, he won't be rushed.
He fit me in on spec to re-adjust my headlights and didn't want anything for it. Nice guy

Re: Reliable NW garage?

Posted: 16 Mar 2011, 20:07
by nevill3
Hi I own three VW's and I get them all serviced and fettled at http://kendalvwcentre.com/ Peter and Ian are great guys with loads of experience and a passion for all things VAG....they didn't particularly like an Audi I bought a few years ago but soon forgave me when I sold it and bought my T25 camper!!!!

Kendal is not that far from you, also have you heard of the local VW Clubhttp://furnessvw.freeforums.org/index.php they are a great bunch and always willing to help.... just like the folks on here