UsedToGoToCentralPark Posted May 7, 2019 Share Posted May 7, 2019 Some absolute nugget scraped my rear bumper when I was parked at the beach recently. The scrapes are very deep and it looks like more work than just a paint touch up. The reflector is also broken. As someone who knows absolutely zip about anything car related, could anyone estimate how much a new bumper would be if it came to that? Bumpers aren't generic. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Lambies Doos Posted May 7, 2019 Share Posted May 7, 2019 Some absolute nugget scraped my rear bumper when I was parked at the beach recently. The scrapes are very deep and it looks like more work than just a paint touch up. The reflector is also broken. As someone who knows absolutely zip about anything car related, could anyone estimate how much a new bumper would be if it came to that? A brand new bumper to fit specific car could cost you in excess of a grand, especially if damage underneath 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deanburn Dave Posted May 7, 2019 Share Posted May 7, 2019 Forget a new bumper. Ask your local garages who does their bodywork and contact them directly for a quote. With modern materials and construction your bumper will be repaired for a fraction of the price of a new bumper. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
welshbairn Posted May 7, 2019 Share Posted May 7, 2019 Usual answer, get down the scrappie, you might be lucky. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jumbo Muir Posted May 7, 2019 Share Posted May 7, 2019 When getting quotes, consider your local independent SMART repair guy. Both my nearside doors were keyed and local guy repaired to new for under £300. Very impressed. Consider all avenues. Cheapest may not be best but anything beats a new bumper. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyrTroopMajor Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 Thanks guys, advice much appreciated 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newbornbairn Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 Got a VW Touran, company car, fully serviced. I've noticed that the engine fan runs for an inordinately long time after switching off. Yesterday, after a short 2-3 mile trip it ran for over 10 minutes after I parked up. Strong smell of oil/heat too. Normal? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UsedToGoToCentralPark Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 Dpf? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newbornbairn Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 ah! Thanks 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supermik Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 Water level in rad? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newbornbairn Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 Nah - the dpf hint set me on the right track. https://georgetownvw.wordpress.com/2012/04/30/why-does-my-tdi-cooling-fan-run-after-shutting-the-engine-off/ 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Lambies Doos Posted May 28, 2019 Share Posted May 28, 2019 Bump 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
welshbairn Posted May 28, 2019 Share Posted May 28, 2019 45 minutes ago, John Lambies Doos said: Bump Knock it out with a hammer. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alta-pete Posted June 23, 2019 Share Posted June 23, 2019 I need a couple of new tyres but I also need to get the tracking done - does anywhere do both in one go (Stirling area if poss)? Otherwise I'm going to have to spend whatever on tyre fitting then almost the same again on alignment.All tyre places will do alignment. My choice in the area is JK Tyres. I have a - maybe irrational - distrust of the KwikFit/NTS type places. Also check internet prices for your preferred brand of tyres. Most places will price match. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Empty It Posted June 23, 2019 Share Posted June 23, 2019 I need a couple of new tyres but I also need to get the tracking done - does anywhere do both in one go (Stirling area if poss)? Otherwise I'm going to have to spend whatever on tyre fitting then almost the same again on alignment.Jump on blackcircles and check the prices, I've always found them significantly cheaper for tyres than the likes of farmers or qwik fit. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alta-pete Posted June 23, 2019 Share Posted June 23, 2019 It's not standard though is it? Any time I've had tyres they balance them but I've always had to do alignment on top of it. If I'm spending £120 on a couple of tyres, another £60 for alignment is a sair one, I was kind of hoping somewhere might throw it into the bargainGood luck. Hi, I’d like a bacon sandwich please. I’ll pay for the bread but can you throw in the bacon for free? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandomGuy. Posted June 23, 2019 Share Posted June 23, 2019 10 hours ago, MixuFixit said: There's these magical things called loss leaders that businesses sometimes use to generate repeat custom. They'll sometimes refer to these as a 'special offer'. I was just wondering if anyone knew of anything like that but thanks for your contribution. I'd be surprised if any company used their £50k tracking machine and didn't charge for it. Just the way of the world. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UsedToGoToCentralPark Posted June 24, 2019 Share Posted June 24, 2019 My local garage lets me supply my own tyres and they fit them for £15 a wheel. I find tyres on Ebay to be very cheap when they have 20% off and saving about £150 all in compared to supply and fit.They are also fine for me to let them source replacement parts or bring my own as well. They even suggested it for some bits.Not looking forward to the day they sell up. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ICTJohnboy Posted June 24, 2019 Share Posted June 24, 2019 7 minutes ago, UsedToGoToCentralPark said: My local garage lets me supply my own tyres and they fit them for £15 a wheel. I find tyres on Ebay to be very cheap when they have 20% off and saving about £150 all in compared to supply and fit. They are also fine for me to let them source replacement parts or bring my own as well. They even suggested it for some bits. Not looking forward to the day they sell up. ^^^ Cowdenbeath cheapskate. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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