Wayne2015 10 Posted March 2, 2015 Wayne, that bulb you repairing what's on the end of the wire, is it a spade connector? As I'm sure all you needed was a new H3 bulb Hi Sanky Yes - AFTER fixing the fogs, I been told all I need was a new H3 bulb which CAME with the bulb holder (and it was the bulb holder corroded that I was trying to fix)!!! :( Only TWO months I been thinking how to fix it ... Tried several times failed... My DIY skills/mentality never ceases to impress even myself - eeeek! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chuggs1 10 Posted March 2, 2015 Not been to the Magic Roundabout for a long time .... ;) I love the magic roundabout! Next time your passing through give a shout! Kettle can be on! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted March 2, 2015 Not been to the Magic Roundabout for a long time .... ;) I love the magic roundabout! Next time your passing through give a shout! Kettle can be on! Lol I used to be a National Lottery machine installer. That Magic Roundabout was on my patch - nightmare to get on, nightmare to get off - and for those new to it, they can never leave the damn thing! :) :) :) Cool Earl Grey? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chuggs1 10 Posted March 2, 2015 If its Earl Grey you want give me plenty of notice. I only drink Yorkshire Tea (thought that may be your thing too - haha) And no .... once you know it its ace - approach and look in all directions then take the path (road) of least resistance! So many ways you can cross it and avoid traffic Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted March 2, 2015 If its Earl Grey you want give me plenty of notice. I only drink Yorkshire Tea (thought that may be your thing too - haha) And no .... once you know it its ace - approach and look in all directions then take the path (road) of least resistance! So many ways you can cross it and avoid traffic Lol I am Chinese, Originally from the West Country, Living in Yorkshire, Driving a Classic Jap car with Welsh plates! I actually prefer Lady Grey - shall I give notice now for my 2016 visit? ;) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chuggs1 10 Posted March 2, 2015 Sounds a little confused ha-ha! Ooo I think a weeks notice will be enough for me to locate Lady Grey! lol! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted March 2, 2015 Sounds a little confused ha-ha! Ooo I think a weeks notice will be enough for me to locate Lady Grey! lol! Cool Once i was asked by a Bradfordian "your English quite good, where u from?" I preceded to reply "From Bristol" And added "Your English not bad too, where u from?" (As he wasnt local too but pretended to be - :) :) :) ;)) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted March 2, 2015 WO - what happened??? Is it coz i said Earl Grey and not Yorkshire tea? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chuggs1 10 Posted March 6, 2015 Ok Front and rear brakes fitted (Callipers, Carriers, discs, pads and braided hoses - all of which I supplied) , 2 x New tyres supplied and fitted (Bridgstone RE002s), Tracking done, Heat shield welded up, Full underside check (apparently excellent) Total cost including Mk3 Calliper refurb and paint (black) - £520 - didn't think that was too bad although its beans on toast for the next 3 weeks. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted March 6, 2015 Ok Front and rear brakes fitted (Callipers, Carriers, discs, pads and braided hoses - all of which I supplied) , 2 x New tyres supplied and fitted (Bridgstone RE002s), Tracking done, Heat shield welded up, Full underside check (apparently excellent) Total cost including Mk3 Calliper refurb and paint (black) - £520 - didn't think that was too bad although its beans on toast for the next 3 weeks. Chuggs! Does that include cost of what u supplied? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted March 6, 2015 Update! No update :( Squatting in specialist garage week 4? EEEEEK! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chuggs1 10 Posted March 6, 2015 No mate all the parts were on top of that. Over the weekend I will post a full list inc parts and cost of each so you can get a full costs of doing front and rears brakes - looks really good with the larger black callipers mind - now saving up for the B12s as skint now! If only I was handier - need to learn! I believe fitting brakes is fairly straight forward but was nervous about the bleeding and re-filling of brake and clutch system - none of my mates round here know anything about cars so no one to show me the ropes! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted March 6, 2015 No mate all the parts were on top of that. Over the weekend I will post a full list inc parts and cost of each so you can get a full costs of doing front and rears brakes - looks really good with the larger black callipers mind - now saving up for the B12s as skint now! If only I was handier - need to learn! I believe fitting brakes is fairly straight forward but was nervous about the bleeding and re-filling of brake and clutch system - none of my mates round here know anything about cars so no one to show me the ropes! Cool - thanks Chuggs! I want to learn too!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chuggs1 10 Posted March 6, 2015 Rough guide All performance hoses (Front, back and middle £115 Front callipers and sliders inc reurb and painting = £130 Front brembo discs = £80 Front pads = £35 Back callipers pagid(new) = £140 Rear Brembo discs = £50 Rear Pads = £25 Fitting was approx. 120 front and 120 rear So I guess the total costs front and rear was close to £820 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted March 6, 2015 rough guide all performance hoses (front, back and middle £115 front callipers and sliders inc reurb and painting = £130 front brembo discs = £80 front pads = £35 back callipers pagid(new) = £140 rear brembo discs = £50 rear pads = £25 fitting was approx. 120 front and 120 rear so i guess the total costs front and rear was close to £820 omg! Arrrgghhhhhh!!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chuggs1 10 Posted March 6, 2015 Having said the above - I now potentially have all the old parts I can resell and make some of the money back - plus I seem to have some additional hoses??? will be selling those too LOl Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted March 6, 2015 I remember as a teenager I paid £10 for oil/filter change Why it costs £100 now i dont know?!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chuggs1 10 Posted March 6, 2015 Sure it could all be done cheaper but went for goodridge hoses which are the most expensive and went for decent discs etc - not necessarily the best but good enough for me! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chuggs1 10 Posted March 6, 2015 I remember as a teenager I paid £10 for oil/filter change Why it costs £100 now i dont know?!!! Im sure if we drove Citroen 2CV it would be £10 - but then that would not be driving! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chuggs1 10 Posted March 6, 2015 HOLD on - why is oil filter costing £100 - that's loads too much surely whats the part number Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted March 6, 2015 Sure it could all be done cheaper but went for goodridge hoses which are the most expensive and went for decent discs etc - not necessarily the best but good enough for me! Should i go for the hoses as well? Did u change the caliper bolts? Do i need to? Lol We are like the 2 characters in Dumber n Dumber - lol :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim 1 Posted March 6, 2015 Oil & filter plus labour charge and bearing in mind disposal of old oil. £100 seems about the going rate these days to be honest though I agree it's pricey. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted March 6, 2015 Oil/filter quotes: My specialist £90 Leeds specialist £85 Stealth £75 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
seanl82 23 Posted March 6, 2015 £120 per axle to remove and refit brake calipers, disks and pads is mental! I'm in the wrong job!!!!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sankysvr6 0 Posted March 6, 2015 Kwik fit charge around £50 for an oil and filter change. And if your friendly with them, they will put your oil filter and oil in for about £30 You don't need to use a specialist for everything, brakes and oil changes can be done by any competent garage. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
