(reputable) Mechanics in Derby
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(reputable) Mechanics in Derby
Hi folks.
Anyone know of any mechanics for servicing/repairs in Derby and surrounding area? I know a fella near Lougborough (burton on wold) but the trip is really time consuming so looking for something more local if you might be able to help?
1985 1.9 Watercooled.
Ta, Liam
Anyone know of any mechanics for servicing/repairs in Derby and surrounding area? I know a fella near Lougborough (burton on wold) but the trip is really time consuming so looking for something more local if you might be able to help?
1985 1.9 Watercooled.
Ta, Liam
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'90 Syncro Hightop. Ex-BUPA/Rowan ambulance with 2.0L GTI power and some curious windows.
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Brilliant thanks - gave them a call - sound like really nice/knowledgeable folk.

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Chris did an engine swap/rebuild on one of my old Caravelles and was very good. Tell him Paul said hello 

'90 Syncro Hightop. Ex-BUPA/Rowan ambulance with 2.0L GTI power and some curious windows.
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Absolute VW in Castle Donington, their is stunning, also expensive though but well worth the money however.
Drives a 1986 T25 1.9 W/C petrol/LPG Panelvan
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They are more T2 and beetle focussed though
Drives a 1986 T25 1.9 W/C petrol/LPG Panelvan
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JamesKT25 wrote:They are more T2 and beetle focussed though
Yeah I called them - they don't really work on T25s. Too busy on Bays/Splitties, which is fair enough. I'm hoping this fella is the business - sounded great. MOT booked next week + some work on the clutch/gearbox.
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poshbuggers wrote:Chris did an engine swap/rebuild on one of my old Caravelles and was very good. Tell him Paul said hello
Ha. Will do

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limbo wrote:JamesKT25 wrote:They are more T2 and beetle focussed though
Yeah I called them - they don't really work on T25s. Too busy on Bays/Splitties, which is fair enough. I'm hoping this fella is the business - sounded great. MOT booked next week + some work on the clutch/gearbox.
Shame really, as their work is immaculate and maticulous!
Drives a 1986 T25 1.9 W/C petrol/LPG Panelvan
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poshbuggers wrote:Chris did an engine swap/rebuild on one of my old Caravelles and was very good. Tell him Paul said hello
Chris and his team (pushes out to specialists for electrics carbs etc) have done a great job so far.
New carb + pump, minor service, replacement wiring (was getting drain on both batteries due to terrible set up I had from previous), adjusted tappits, MOT (inc. welding/wiper fluid pumps), new starter motor, killswitch + two keys (added security / protection against battery drain), drain gearbox and general tuning of idle speeds.
All just over 1k.
Very happy so far.
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Yeh looked good to me! Fancy seeing you on here!
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HeloEngineer wrote:Yeh looked good to me! Fancy seeing you on here!
Bonjour rodderz

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never seen this thread before chris at m and b motors is one of my customers and to be honest he is as straight as they come and wont lead you astray or charge for things thats not been done.. i would recomend him anyday.
never realised there is some members in sunny Derby
never realised there is some members in sunny Derby