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As above, does anyone know of a good mechanic/repair shop for Landy's in the Chichester area? Ideally an independent/sole trader type of place which I much prefer to the franchised dealers.

Thanks
 
I have a Freelander 2 and have just put it into a "fairly" local garage. No names at this stage but if they turn out to be good I will let you know who and where. I have the usual problem of a warning signal of loss of traction so think it is the Haldex presenting a problem. When it's fixed might like to try some of this green laning lark.
 
I have a Freelander 2 and have just put it into a "fairly" local garage. No names at this stage but if they turn out to be good I will let you know who and where. I have the usual problem of a warning signal of loss of traction so think it is the Haldex presenting a problem. When it's fixed might like to try some of this green laning lark.

Should have just gone to Keith Gott in Alton, I can't recommend them highly enough, very good mechanics and impressive parts stores with everything you could ever need.

Me an the lads get out laning around once a month or so, see here https://www.landyzone.co.uk/land-rover/east-sussex-calling.286230/
 
Wow I can't believe the speed of your reply, thanks For the Alton connection. If my current garage doesn't work out I will certainly give them a try. Interested to see how the Freelander works out against the "proper" 4x4s.
 
Should have just gone to Keith Gott in Alton, I can't recommend them highly enough, very good mechanics and impressive parts stores with everything you could ever need.

Me an the lads get out laning around once a month or so, see here https://www.landyzone.co.uk/land-rover/east-sussex-calling.286230/
Belated update regarding Freelander 2. My local garage wanted a more complete assessment of the Haldex situation so they sent it to Keith Gott as you suggested. I suppose that makes them a pretty good garage to admit their limitations anyway Keith checked everything using a micro camera where they could not reach otherwise. Gave it a service and a good report so eased my peace of mind. As you said clearly "the place to go" in the first place.
 
Belated update regarding Freelander 2. My local garage wanted a more complete assessment of the Haldex situation so they sent it to Keith Gott as you suggested. I suppose that makes them a pretty good garage to admit their limitations anyway Keith checked everything using a micro camera where they could not reach otherwise. Gave it a service and a good report so eased my peace of mind. As you said clearly "the place to go" in the first place.

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I found Chichester 4X4 and Paul Rutter. Has anyone here used either before?

Well I hope the former are ok as they are currently converting my 2.5P Ninety to a 3.5 V8 :D

Seriously, I went to them, 40 miles from me, based on word of mouth rep. They are Landy owners, only work on them and seeing a conversion done by them convinced me of their skills; the owner couldn't sing their praises enough. The workshop is always busy and there's a healthy waiting list!

There have been a few problems, mostly missing and non-matching bits (3.5 from a 92 Disco 1, ZF auto from a 88 RRC into a 85 Ninety) but they have contacted me immediately to discuss options e.g. when they found the small hole in the footwell was lots of large ones seriously close to the brake mounts :eek:

I'll let you know when I get it back, but so far I'm impressed.
 
I have heard good reports of chi 4x4 but they don't fit second hand parts. I have old discovery and need to find garage that will fit them even if I have to supply. Any ideas?
 

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