what car mechanic do u use?? - Page 2

K.S.H · 26-08-2005, 17:01

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Originally Posted by mani

i've booked it in at belgarth - takin it in on monday

how long does it take to replace a ignition barrel

About an hour depending on how long it takes to chisel the old one off, there designed not to be taken off, the heads shear when you tighten the bolts, its a safety precaution

Neil · 26-08-2005, 18:35

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Originally Posted by K.S.H

About an hour depending on how long it takes to chisel the old one off, there designed not to be taken off, the heads shear when you tighten the bolts, its a safety precaution

I have just been reading the HBOL (Haynes Book Of Lies) for our two cars. Removing the ignition key switch and barrel does not require a chisel. You basically insert the key and turn to the first position. You can then remove the barrel after undoing a screw or releasing a catch. The switch itself comes off quite easily as well once the steering column covers are off. It is a different story if you don't have the key so you can turn it to release the switch and barrel. I seem to remember some cars used to use shear bolts on the ignition locks, Mini's spring to mind. Not the new oversized BMW ones the proper Mini's.

entwisi · 27-08-2005, 16:51

Sorry for teh delay guys, I've been up the lakes for a week.

Gas conv cost anywhere from £800 to over £2K depending on type of vehicle/type of conversion(mixer/gas injection)/numberand position of tanks etc.

My lastest conversion is a top dog SGI kit from PRINS on a 5 cylinder 2.5 turbo Volvo(200bhp jobbie). This came in at &COUGH% but i will get my money back in less than 12 months. I usually keep my cars for about 3-4 years( I do 30-35K a year in them so they are getting a bit tired by then as I usually buy them at ~90-100K)

The previous 2 cars cost just over £1K each for mixer systems. These aren't as efficient and usually can't be used with Turbo charged cars. Again I got my money back in ~10-12 months.

I'm popping in tonight so I'll have a chat then.

Ian

mani · 27-08-2005, 22:02

can u fuel convert diesel engines too???

i've got a vw sharan that i wudnt mind convertin onto gas

Neil · 27-08-2005, 23:56

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Originally Posted by mani

can u fuel convert diesel engines too???

i've got a vw sharan that i wudnt mind convertin onto gas

You can't run a diesel on gas ( well you can but the conversion cost would be silly )

entwisi · 28-08-2005, 11:36

There is a taxi in town that was diesel and is now LPG. Len at LPG Auatopower did it( I believe he has closed his doors now though when Accy Gas went bump.)

Ian

KIPAX · 28-08-2005, 12:16

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Originally Posted by mickmc

Try Autofix, on Argyle Street, behind Aldi - run by Ian - always done my cars, gives top quality service, MOT's etc - only does what needs to be done, if theres a cheaper way i.e you nip to scrapyard and get this little component and fit it yourself to save cash - then he'll do it that way too

His prices are very good - give him a ring & see

went to him for a full service.. not happy having 2 lots of brakes replaced in 3 mths....

mani · 28-08-2005, 23:44

still how much wud it cost??? roughly???

we do loads of long distance journeys and the milage we do is ridiculous considering its all for "family" visits..

entwisi · 29-08-2005, 08:35

What sort of car? a 'standard' mondeo type 4 cylinder with spare wheel tank should be ~£1200ish. Ring Simon up and ask for a quote.

With Petrol at nearly £1 a litre I'm surprised there hasn't been another fuel strike.

entwisi · 29-08-2005, 09:01

Forgot to say, you are looking at about 25-30K miles for payback after that its profit.

Neil · 29-08-2005, 10:11

I have to eat some humble pie folks. I was reading about a company that does convert diesel to gas. Not sure if they are duel fuel because I think it is a major mod.

entwisi · 29-08-2005, 17:32

Correct, they have to fit a spark ignition system but they can be duel fuel still it just doesn't fire when on diesel. They can also add LPG to a normal diesel to get better torque and performance. I believe they can get over 200bhp froma 150bhp Golf with addition of a bit of gas.

Ian

mani · 30-08-2005, 00:39

so for a 7-seater volkswagen sharan?

we're doin about 40K on long distance driving alone...

entwisi · 30-08-2005, 04:59

Give Simon a ring and ask him directly. He doesn't bite and it doesn't cost owt to ask. mention my name if you like(Ian Entwistle) 01254 392425

If you are doing 40K a year in a petrol car you will be quids in in no time. Plus its environmentally friendy as well!

Ian

K.S.H · 30-08-2005, 10:09

Did you get your ignition problem fixed?