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Old Aug 14, 2013 | 05:17 AM
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Doesn't seem a lot for the money TBH - all I can see there that's really worthwhile is;

8. Drain and refill engine oil
9. Replace engine oil filter and sump washer
36. Replace air filter
37. Replace pollen filter
38. Replace brake fluid


For what you (don't) get with that service, I'd seriously consider a trip round the M25 to visit TGM with your original list (might be worth getting a coolant change too) - I think you can drop off and pick up on Saturdays from there if it helps organise your life.
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Old Aug 14, 2013 | 06:43 AM
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Originally Posted by BenRNBP
Doesn't seem a lot for the money TBH - all I can see there that's really worthwhile is;

8. Drain and refill engine oil
9. Replace engine oil filter and sump washer
36. Replace air filter
37. Replace pollen filter
38. Replace brake fluid


For what you (don't) get with that service, I'd seriously consider a trip round the M25 to visit TGM with your original list (might be worth getting a coolant change too) - I think you can drop off and pick up on Saturdays from there if it helps organise your life.
TGM?
http://www.tgmsport.co.uk/

I did think the list was a bit rubbish for the money. It'd take a bit more planning/organising for me to bgger off to Hampshire (if that's the right TMG?). So maybe next time I guess.

Would TGM have a 'service' list that they could share as well do you think?
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Old Aug 14, 2013 | 06:53 AM
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Yes, that TGM. However, you do have Dixon (http://www.dmsracingltd.co.uk/) much more local to you but I have no personal experience so can't testify either way.
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Old Aug 14, 2013 | 07:12 AM
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Originally Posted by BenRNBP
Yes, that TGM. However, you do have Dixon (http://www.dmsracingltd.co.uk/) much more local to you but I have no personal experience so can't testify either way.
I've got a feeling that those guys in Erith have closed down. They never answer the phone at least. I tried to get the wheel alignment on my MX5 done there. Just tried ringing again - no reply.
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Old Aug 14, 2013 | 07:34 AM
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Dixon was active on here a couple of hour's ago .

I think he must be very busy cos he never answer's the phone
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Old Aug 14, 2013 | 08:02 AM
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Originally Posted by jsh
Dixon was active on here a couple of hour's ago .

I think he must be very busy cos he never answer's the phone
That is good news. If I can get hold of them they might get the business instead of Honda!
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Old Aug 14, 2013 | 08:28 AM
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Sorry I am not in my office all the time so best way is via email to get me - info@dmsracingltd.co.uk

Thanks

Dixon
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Old Aug 14, 2013 | 08:48 AM
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Originally Posted by Dixon Motorsports
Sorry I am not in my office all the time so best way is via email to get me - info@dmsracingltd.co.uk

Thanks

Dixon
am now (via email) in the process of arranging work to be done at DMS.
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Old Aug 14, 2013 | 10:56 AM
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Originally Posted by Nottm_S2
How much you spending mike? Mine is in for that sort of work on bank hol week. £550. .
I picked it up after work today, total was just under £500, the rear brakes (discs and pads) were getting low so figured i might as well get it spot on as the car is new to me.
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Old Aug 14, 2013 | 11:02 PM
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Update.

I'm booked into Dixons today for the following:

Engine oil
Gearbox oil
Diff oil
Oil filters
Brake oil
Clutch oil
Spark plugs
Coolant
Grease gear lever and check for boot leak and rear arch too
Check all ball joint and overall condition of the cars, brake disk/pad, Tyres, seized bushes...etc

Could anyone tell me the benefit of the valve clearance work? That would be extra so I'd like to know the benefit if possible.

Thanks for all your input
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