HotRod Posted January 14, 2008 Share Posted January 14, 2008 I'm looking for recommendations please, for an independant Land Rover mechanic to do a cambelt replacement on my 300tdi Defender. South Hampshire, ideally Southampton/Winchester area Trustworthy and reasonably priced spring to mind! Grateful for recommendations, thanks Simon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FridgeFreezer Posted January 14, 2008 Share Posted January 14, 2008 Paddock Garage at Funtley ( 01329 844433) is just about the only guy I trust with my vehicles, he does a lot for the motor trade & taxis. I reckon he's a better bet than most of the 4x4 specialists in the area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan Posted January 14, 2008 Share Posted January 14, 2008 I've used HLC at Curdridge a couple of times and found him OK. Tel 01489 799399. Jeremy's the guy who runs it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HotRod Posted January 15, 2008 Author Share Posted January 15, 2008 Thanks for those.... any other recommendations please? I've seen a Land Rover specialist near Wickham /North Boarhunt - anybody used their services? cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LR90 Posted January 15, 2008 Share Posted January 15, 2008 Thanks for those.... any other recommendations please?I've seen a Land Rover specialist near Wickham /North Boarhunt - anybody used their services? cheers If that's West 4x4 I've not used them myself but a colleague does for his Camel and seems happy with the quality/value balance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FridgeFreezer Posted January 15, 2008 Share Posted January 15, 2008 I've used West, he's OK although a couple of other club members have said he's sometimes lacking in finesse, shall we say which is why I use Paddock now. One lot I would trust to the ends of the earth are Chichester 4x4 although they're a way away they're a great bunch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan Posted January 16, 2008 Share Posted January 16, 2008 Thanks for those.... any other recommendations please?I've seen a Land Rover specialist near Wickham /North Boarhunt - anybody used their services? cheers I think I know the one you mean - along the Southwick road? Never used them, but they've been there for years. I think they used to sell LRs but now only fix them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V8 Freak Posted January 16, 2008 Share Posted January 16, 2008 A great guy Julian put me onto is Pete of Stunning Services in Bournemouth. Knows V8's inside out and passionate about Land Rovers. Great balance of value for money backed up by many years of experience on Land Rovers. PM me if you would like contact details. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jules Posted January 16, 2008 Share Posted January 16, 2008 A great guy Julian put me onto is Pete of Stunning Services in Bournemouth. Knows V8's inside out and passionate about Land Rovers.Great balance of value for money backed up by many years of experience on Land Rovers. PM me if you would like contact details. I can second that he has been looking after all my cars both competition and daily drivers for over 10 yrs £25 ph over 25yrs of Land Rover experience works on all 4x4's new and old along with servicing he also does cages and engine conversions he will build anything you want. 07809273943 (Pete) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonk Posted January 17, 2008 Share Posted January 17, 2008 Thanks for those.... any other recommendations please?I've seen a Land Rover specialist near Wickham /North Boarhunt - anybody used their services? cheers thats J&R i think, bit of a one man band. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FridgeFreezer Posted January 17, 2008 Share Posted January 17, 2008 Aah I know the one - that's A&R and it's a bloke in a shed. Never used him so no idea if he's any good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
western Posted January 17, 2008 Share Posted January 17, 2008 there's always our Les H, he'll do a good job at a good price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mo Murphy Posted January 18, 2008 Share Posted January 18, 2008 I'll take this opportunity to recommend Uncle Les too, top chap and very thorough. Mo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hi-tek Posted June 19, 2009 Share Posted June 19, 2009 Hampshire newbie Disco owner here. Thanks for the tips, interested to know where is "Uncle Les" situated? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 'Uncle Les' as in Les Henson is based in or around Swindon, wiltshire. Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freeagent Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 would also recommend Les, he did the cambelt and clutch on my Disco... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FridgeFreezer Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 There's also Terry Finlay, he's mobile and based Nursling/Southampton way. 07752 519253. He spent a lot of years as the only competent one at a popular local LR "specialist" and has now gone solo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coastcard Posted July 1, 2009 Share Posted July 1, 2009 One lot I would trust to the ends of the earth are Chichester 4x4 although they're a way away they're a great bunch. Seconded without hesitation! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrRob Posted December 29, 2009 Share Posted December 29, 2009 I can second that he has been looking after all my cars both competition and daily drivers for over 10 yrs £25 ph over 25yrs of Land Rover experience works on all 4x4's new and old along with servicing he also does cages and engine conversions he will build anything you want. 07809273943 (Pete) Thanks for the advice on this thread. Taking my '93 RR down to Pete's tomorrow for new inner wings to be fitted (ebay is great ) and a list of other jobs. He comes highly recommended from SCOR's Dave Turnbull..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrRob Posted January 9, 2010 Share Posted January 9, 2010 Thanks for the advice on this thread. Taking my '93 RR down to Pete's tomorrow for new inner wings to be fitted (ebay is great ) and a list of other jobs. He comes highly recommended from SCOR's Dave Turnbull..... Pete did a fantastic job on my RR - new inner wings, braided brake hoses and lot of other little jobs. He's one of the few mechanics that I know that is a genuine LR enthusiast. 100% recommendation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hi-tek Posted March 29, 2010 Share Posted March 29, 2010 Paddock Garage at Funtley ( 01329 844433) is just about the only guy I trust with my vehicles, he does a lot for the motor trade & taxis. I reckon he's a better bet than most of the 4x4 specialists in the area. Sadly he's retired due to ill health. I've been told West 4x4 in Swanmore are good - any comments? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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