As part of our M32 gearbox repair service, we are now able to offer a new revised M32 gearbox endcase. This later revised end case, introduced during 2012 for production vehicles, features additional oil galleries for improved lubrication of the end case bearings and also the end case bearings are of a larger diameter (62mm […]
Category: Workshop
Astravan 1.9 CDTi Gearbox Overhaul and Uprated Clutch
Another M32 gearbox overhaul. Again we removed the gearbox to carry out a full strip down, inspection and clean of the components including the transmission case. It was then rebuilt with new bearings throughout and the revised end case was fitted which features additional oil galleries for better lubrication and larger end case bearings. Prior […]
Astravan 1.9 CDTi Gearbox Overhaul and Remap
This Astravan came to us for a gearbox overhaul and ecu remap and rolling road set up. We remove the gearbox, and have it fully stripped down and all the internal components are cleaned and inspected. This also allows the transmission cases to be fully clean as well, something often overlooked if bearings are replaced […]
Astra H VXR Stage 4 K06 Coversion
Another fabulous conversion on an Astra H VXR. This car first came to us for mapping to Stage 3 (hardware requirements are a full 3″ exhaust system and uprated intercooler). The car was fitted with a Forge lower front mount intercooler, but on the exhaust side only had a pre-cat removal pipe, and a Piper […]
Zafira GSi Turbo Clutch and Flywheel Replacement
A tuned Zafira GSi in our workshop for an uprated fast road clutch and lightweight billet steel flywheel assembly. To cope with the higher power and torque figures, we have fitted this Zafria with an uprated clutch, and at the same time replaced the rear mail oil seal (behind the flywheel) and fitted a new […]
Astra J VXR Stage 2
Astra J VXR’s are becoming more and more popular for tuning now and here is another example. White seems to be a popular choice on this model. This car was brought to us for a Stage 2 Tuning package which consists of a replacement 76mm downpipe to remove the restrictive pre-cat, a revised silicone inlet […]
Astra J VXR Day
Returning after the Christmas and New Year break to work on more Astra J VXRs.
Astra H 2.0 Turbo Mapping
We recently remapped this Astra H SRi 2.0 Turbo model. The 3 door model with the Z20LEL engine leaves the factory with 170PS and was booked in for a repalcement 70mm pre-cat removal pipe, a high flow panel filter, ECU remapping and full rollinh road set up. Once on the rolling road after an initial […]
Routine Maintenance Service
Routine Maintenance for this lovely clean Golf GTi. In our workshop today for its annual maintenance service, including brake fluid change.
Something Different
Something a little different…… Brought to us for an independent examination and mechanical inspection. The subject of an insurance claim (from a well known ‘local’ insurer) the car had suffered lower front end damage to the water radiator and dry sump set up. We were asked to carry out an inspection and to check that […]
Classic 911 in for MOT
There is just something about the lines of a classic 911…. we had this immaculte car in recently for headlight bean alignment and MOT.
Astra 1.9 CDTi 150 Gearbox Overhaul
We recently had this Astra 1.9CDTi SRi 150 brought to us for a gearbox overhaul with new bearings for the M32 gearbox, replacement 75w-90 fully sythetic gearbox oil and at the same time a new genuine dual mass flywheel and Genuine OE clutch:
KW Coilover Kit Vectra B
This Vectra B is now sporting a KW V2 Coilover kit as its latest addition and is sitting pretty.
D2 Brake Kits
We had a couple of cars in recently for D2 big front brake upgrades, both receiving D2 6 Pot kits with 330mm alloy belled discs to fit under 17″ Alloy Wheels: Purple Calipers: Red Calipers: Also available with 356mm discs to fit under 18″ Alloy Wheels. Kit prices start at £1022.00 including DOT5.1 braked fluid, […]
Astravan 1.9 CDTi Upgrades
Upgrade work for this Astravan H CDTi included a new uprated clutch, new gearbox bearings and a Quaife Limited Slip Differential to help with the Stage 3 power and torque.
Astra H VXR Routine Maintenance
Some people are under the impression that we only modify and tune Vauxhalls, but we do also carry out regular maintenance, servicing and repairs. This modified Astra H VXR was brought to us for a full enhanced service which includes a thorough inspection, an oil and filter change, replacement of the air and pollen filters […]
Astra H VXR – Uprated Clutch and Lightweight Flywheel
This Astra H VXR Nürburgring came to us for an uprated CSRacing clutch and lightweight billet steel flywheel, due to the fact the factory clutch had started to slip occasionlly. The car had covered a shade over 91,000 miles and was originally modified to Stage 3 in 2008 at around 3,500 miles, virtually from new. […]
KW Clubsport Coilover Kit for Astra H VXR
We have recently fitted a KW Clubsport Coilover kit to our Astra H VXR track car, which was running a Bilstein B8 set up with Courtenay DAP Race Spec springs. The Clubsport kit is the prefered choice for a track biased suspension for a car that is used predominantly on track (more than it is […]
Astra G – LSD and Uprated Clutch and Flywheel
We recently had this Astra G GSi Turbo in with us to have a Quaife Limited Slip Differential fitted into the F23 gearbox and whilst the gearbox was off the car we had the opportunity to fit a lightweight billet steel flywheel and uprated clutch cover and 6 paddle disc, in preparation for some big […]
KW V3 Coilover Kit – Astra G Turbo
Upgrading the suspension on this Astra G Turbo with a KW V3 inox line adjustable coilover kit.