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cmc68

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• Aug 5, 2007

• #1

Hi,

I have recently taken ownership of a 94 110 CSW (300tdi). This is my first Landy and I am headlong into the process of absorbing massive amounts of info

One thing I am trying to get into place is that gem that is a reliable, trustworthy and cheap! mechanic.

I need to replace the clutch and a couple of gaskets. I have got quotes from a couple of local "specialists" but they strike me as very dear. One is highly regarded but I think just too specialist for the simple jobs I need.

I live in West Kent, so anywhere around Tonbridge, Maidstone, Sevenoaks or even Swanley would work. Any body local to me that can give me any tips?

Or offers to replace the clutch for me!!

Much appreciated

Chris

 

Adz

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• Aug 6, 2007

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Give Roberts Country Vehicles in East Peckham (I think) a call... they're pretty good but not what I'd call 'cheap'.

Changing a clutch on one of these isn't a small job, so I'm not surprised you've had some big quotes.

 

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cmc68

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• Aug 6, 2007

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Adz said:

Give Roberts Country Vehicles in East Peckham (I think) a call... they're pretty good but not what I'd call 'cheap'.

Changing a clutch on one of these isn't a small job, so I'm not surprised you've had some big quotes.

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Thanks Adz. RCV are just round the corner from me. They have given me a quote but as you said not cheap. I am looking to see if anyone knows the typical Man with a lock-up that knows Landys like the back of his hand.

Cheers

Chris

 

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Side-show-bob

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• Aug 9, 2007

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let me know what you want doing i might be able to help. i live in horsmonden but the father-in-law is based in east peckham....

rob

 

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cmc68

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• Aug 10, 2007

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Side-show-bob said:

let me know what you want doing i might be able to help. i live in horsmonden but the father-in-law is based in east peckham....

rob

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Thanks Rob

I am near Five Oak Green so just round the corner. The main job is the clutch. There are some other bits, A frame ball joint, water pump gasket, p gasket and manifold gasket but the clutch is the main worry.

I have all the bits, but not the talent or patience.

If you are interested PM me, I'll give you a call.

Cheers

Chris

 

buttonmonkey

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• Aug 15, 2007

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Gigglepin in Sevenoaks Weld/Hildenborough.

Good guy's but very busy also parts and accessorie shop is good value.

There on the Gaza Trading Estate http://www.gigglepin4x4.net/homepage/main.htm

 

the_chosen_family

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• Aug 16, 2007

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I use this guy

Dave


Tel: 01959 570941

He is in Biggin Hill. 25years working on Land Rovers

Also

Dakars

01322 614044

They are in Swanley
A bit pricey though.

 

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cmc68

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• Aug 16, 2007

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the_chosen_family said:

I use this guy

Dave


Tel: 01959 570941

He is in Biggin Hill. 25years working on Land Rovers

Also

Dakars

01322 614044

They are in Swanley
A bit pricey though.

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Thanks, I'll give Dave a call.

Chris

 

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cmc68

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• Aug 18, 2007

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Thanks for all the tips.

I spoke to Dave in Biggin Hill yesterday and am going to try and get my Landy up to him next week. Certainly reasonable, lets hope he does a good job.

Will feedback after he's done his stuff in case anyone else is interested.

Also spoke to Sussex 4x4, sounded OK but was away on hols for two weeks then backed up for another two.

 

the Electrician

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• Aug 20, 2007

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I would be interested in finding out what sort of service you get from Dave as i too could do with an experienced LR man, sometimes you gotta know when to call in the experts.
Gary.