Help needed in Essex...
Help needed in Essex...
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TVRtricky

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4 posts

231 months

Saturday 29th December 2007
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Going up to Nottingham the other day, on a nice A1 cruising speed when all of a sudden the engine over heated and water was forced out of the header tank, called the AA out and they said it looks like a Head Gasket “problem”.
Contrary to all the urban myths, this is the first problem I have had with my Chimaera, in over 8 months of regular driving, so as yet haven’t needed any engine repairs (only servicing at Leven).
Can anyone suggest a good place to go to get this looked at, as close to Chelmsford as possible?

Flintstone

8,644 posts

277 months

Saturday 29th December 2007
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Ummmmm, Leven?

TVRtricky

Original Poster:

4 posts

231 months

Saturday 29th December 2007
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Thanks Flintstone, unfortunately I have spoken to Leven, and they don’t do engine work, so really need somewhere that will replace the head gasket if needed.

Flintstone

8,644 posts

277 months

Saturday 29th December 2007
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Try Matt at Sebring in Wisbech. Other than that I don't know anyone closer who I'd recommend.

Zippee

14,144 posts

264 months

Saturday 29th December 2007
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Flintstone said:
Try Matt at Sebring in Wisbech. Other than that I don't know anyone closer who I'd recommend.
Seconded - though I believe he's on holiday the first part of Jan.

Codshead

84 posts

227 months

Saturday 29th December 2007
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Kerridges of Needham Market are a main dealer, but about 55 miles from you. They have a good reputation, but can be pricey.

Mattt

16,664 posts

248 months

Saturday 29th December 2007
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What about Castle Sports Cars? Only about 20 miles from Chelmsford.

Codshead

84 posts

227 months

Sunday 30th December 2007
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Just seen ad. in Sprint for P.R.Wood who seem to be in the Southend area; 01702 337735

TVRtricky

Original Poster:

4 posts

231 months

Sunday 30th December 2007
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Thanks for the suggestions, I will try them