[johnscales]

I'm in SE London. Kent.

[johnscales]

I'm based in SE London, Kent areas

[zltm089]

try Prestige in West Thurrock

[johnscales]

I'll give Prestiege a ring and will update if I use them.
Cheers all.

[johnscales]

want 450

[windymissile]

So £250 + £100 fuel still makes DW cheeper. I suggest you call them and book in. There is always a wait..

WM

[AlanYoro35i]

Originally Posted by johnscales

want 450

message old grey steve,im going to get mine fitted at his garage

[johnscales]

Where's he based Yoro?

[AlanYoro35i]

Originally Posted by johnscales

Where's he based Yoro?

hertfordshire?

[johnscales]

Perfect. Will pm him.

Cheers

Have you fitted yours yet?

[AlanYoro35i]

Originally Posted by johnscales

Perfect. Will pm him.

Cheers

Have you fitted yours yet?

not yet, waiting to book it in when i have time.

I'm also doing intake valve cleaning, and ATF change and diff oil change ready for the summer.

[zltm089]

Originally Posted by Yoro35i

message old grey steve,im going to get mine fitted at his garage

how much old grey steve is charging?

[AlanYoro35i]

Originally Posted by zltm089

how much old grey steve is charging?

you send him a pm

[zltm089]

fair enuff!

[old grey steve]

Time wise chaps we are looking at a good 4 hours labour this can and I can only apologise for this in advance can go on for 5 hours, for most of the ones we've done(mine have been on/off twice now) the time taken tondo the job is covered by the times above.

We charge £65 plus VAT and I'll be discussing the why and where forces with the owner tomorrow re this and the walnut blasting as well.

On the transmission fluid side of things we're fully covered on this department and have a drum of the stuff in stock sumps I can order via chassis numbers if required.

I've replie to a couple of you who've kindly sent a PM over time frame we are seriously busy as Amit who visited me last Saturday can vouch for but I'd love to be able to get a few of you through the food with a deal do such, but although I'd love to do something final say goes to the owner but I'll do all I can.

Cheers

Steve

[windymissile]

78 x 5 =£390.
Quite a lot for a downpipe swap out.
It's not an easy job by a long stretch but 5 hours is a bit fruity for an experienced outfit.
Im a big believer in going where you know, though. And if Old Grey Steve is a safe bet, then it could be worth while.

WM

[Josh1a1h]

My garage is now experienced with the job and can take 4-5 hours as well to get them to fit perfect.

[old grey steve]

Originally Posted by windymissile

78 x 5 =£390.
Quite a lot for a downpipe swap out.
It's not an easy job by a long stretch but 5 hours is a bit fruity for an experienced outfit.
Im a big believer in going where you know, though. And if Old Grey Steve is a safe bet, then it could be worth while.

WM

Does sound a lot when you look at figures but if you put the stopwatch on the procedure then the figures I've quoted are on the money, mine as an example differed because the first time all the bolts were obstructive, the second time they came off things were easier in this department, but with lack of space and a tech sweating and scraping his knuckled every so often you're right it ain't easy.

However if it can be done any cheaper then off course the figure will be as you'd guess less, likewise the labour rate itself, but as I may stated its something that I will have a chat about during today to see something can be put in stone re rates and cost for this procedure

[windymissile]

Originally Posted by old grey steve

Does sound a lot when you look at figures but if you put the stopwatch on the procedure then the figures I've quoted are on the money, mine as an example differed because the first time all the bolts were obstructive, the second time they came off things were easier in this department, but with lack of space and a tech sweating and scraping his knuckled every so often you're right it ain't easy.

However if it can be done any cheaper then off course the figure will be as you'd guess less, likewise the labour rate itself, but as I may stated its something that I will have a chat about during today to see something can be put in stone re rates and cost for this procedure

What's your process Steve?
Do you support the engine from above and remove the front subframe and steering rack out of the way?
I can't see how it can take 5 hours the second time round. I had it done in less than 2 and watched every step. Granted, DW have probably done more than most and have it down to a tee.
Not knocking the lads or owt, I'm sure they are very capable, just trying to help out.

WM

[old grey steve]

Originally Posted by windymissile

What's your process Steve?
Do you support the engine from above and remove the front subframe and steering rack out of the way?
I can't see how it can take 5 hours the second time round. I had it done in less than 2 and watched every step. Granted, DW have probably done more than most and have it down to a tee.
Not knocking the lads or owt, I'm sure they are very capable, just trying to help out.

WM

All I can say is we've done a few this is the time scale we've seen, granted I suppose other can do it quicker if you've seen it done quicker point taken but all I can say is time wise if it takes this sort of time to do it right then that's the time it'll take and be charged at.

What I would say having spoken to my tech Alan is that my VRSF pipes are slightly larger than other makes its the room needed to get to the brackets/bolts that creates the issues other pipes are slightly narrower which would mean time wise you could chip away at the time to a degree.

[old grey steve]

Fitting price for down pipes agreed at £245+VAT for members... To book let me know by PM or better www.a1bnspecialist.co.uk/ use the on line booking form stating that you've dealt with me.

Cheers

Steve

[AlanYoro35i]

Originally Posted by old grey steve

Fitting price for down pipes agreed at £245+VAT for members... To book let me know by PM or better www.a1bnspecialist.co.uk/ use the on line booking form stating that you've dealt with me.

Cheers

Steve

All booked on the phone with steve , very nice guy and very helpful and not to mentioned a very good price too.

will report back on the 8th april =]