Unexpected family wagon - 2006 4.4V8 Vogue (going in blind!)

[bolidemichael]

Thanks for that, Jeremy. Being able to spell ‘independent’ is a good start, too!

[bolidemichael]

I called AJS, but alas, they don’t specialise in L322 models and petrol V8 at that.

However, he did recommend Millennium with whom I’m booked in on Thursday morning.

Upon calling LR Wimbledon, for clarification, I received slightly better news that I had previously interpreted.

The gasket on the nearside is leaking.

There is a chance that the manifold is cracked, but not visually confirmed.

There are no studs cracked or damaged, however, there is a risk that they may crack due to heat exposure and age, which is why they won’t take it on.

[E90_M3Ross]

bloody hell, sounds like a right nightmare!

[RicksAlfas]

If you have to scrap the head you can give it to Ross to put in his boot and help straighten up his headlights.

[daver1184]

https://www.tomlenthall.co.uk/

[E90_M3Ross]

RicksAlfas said:

If you have to scrap the head you can give it to Ross to put in his boot and help straighten up his headlights.

It'd have to be by Saturday 17th though

[JeremyH5]

RicksAlfas said:

If you have to scrap the head you can give it to Ross to put in his boot and help straighten up his headlights.

[E90_M3Ross]

daver1184 said:

https://www.tomlenthall.co.uk/

He features prominently on Autoalex cars. I wonder whether he'd do it, and how much he charges!

[RicksAlfas]

E90_M3Ross said:

daver1184 said:

https://www.tomlenthall.co.uk/

He features prominently on Autoalex cars. I wonder whether he'd do it, and how much he charges!

He did Harry's XJC engine too.

[E90_M3Ross]

RicksAlfas said:

E90_M3Ross said:

daver1184 said:

https://www.tomlenthall.co.uk/

He features prominently on Autoalex cars. I wonder whether he'd do it, and how much he charges!

He did Harry's XJC engine too.

I doubt he'd be cheap! Yes, I'm sure he could do it though. It's whether he'll want the risk of it going iffy and occupying a space for some time.

[bolidemichael]

E90_M3Ross said:

RicksAlfas said:

E90_M3Ross said:

daver1184 said:

https://www.tomlenthall.co.uk/

He features prominently on Autoalex cars. I wonder whether he'd do it, and how much he charges!

He did Harry's XJC engine too.

I doubt he'd be cheap! Yes, I'm sure he could do it though. It's whether he'll want the risk of it going iffy and occupying a space for some time.

Thank you. I called them and they'd defo look at it but from 7th March. He charges £105/hour.

Keith Gott are also willing to look at it, but with the same caveats i.e. it could be a slippery slope and in a worst case, £3-£4k costs.

As it stands, I'll take it to Millennium, who are local and willing to look at it, at the first instance. I'll gather a quotation and consider my options from there.

Edited by bolidemichael on Tuesday 6th February 13:16

[NomduJour]

See what RR London say.

[bolidemichael]

Which ones are they, again? The Wandsworth Old Town guys?

[NomduJour]

Across the road from Queenstown Road station, under the arches.

[bolidemichael]

Perhaps I shall do, depending on progress.

Your post prompted me to amble over to these guys, who wish to see the car tomorrow morning.

[RicksAlfas]

bolidemichael said:

Perhaps I shall do, depending on progress.

Your post prompted me to amble over to these guys, who wish to see the car tomorrow morning.

Look at that! Clear glass and silver wheels. Must be a one off!

[tobinen]

Proper Brenda-spec

[Stick Legs]

tobinen said:

Proper Brenda-spec

Brenda?

[5 In a Row]

Stick Legs said:

Brenda?

Private Eye's nickname for the Queen

[Stick Legs]

5 In a Row said:

Stick Legs said:

Brenda?

Private Eye's nickname for the Queen

Ahhhh. Makes sense.