eVo25t Posted August 27, 2018 Share Posted August 27, 2018 Hey guys. I tried to search on here but couldn't find anything. Anyone know a good place in sydney to do a major service on my R33?? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/474792-r33-gtst-major-service/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
JGTC Posted August 27, 2018 Share Posted August 27, 2018 (edited) What part of Sydney are you in? Just had the same done for my R34 by Mark at MRC Performance & Dyno in Castle Hill, very knowledgeable with all things RB, also the best troubleshooter i've been to, he's solved many issues other repuatable workshops either caused or hadn't picked up on. They offer a really good health-check / inspection which includes a quick run on the dyno to make sure all is in order also, mention this as it's really worth the $120 odd dollars so you know what you're up against for future mods etc. If it helps break the ice, mention Daniel with the black R34 GTR suggested you call. https://www.facebook.com/MRCDynoServices Edited August 27, 2018 by JGTC Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/474792-r33-gtst-major-service/#findComment-7883997 Share on other sites More sharing options...
eVo25t Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 Awesome dude. I'm in Concord. What did they charge if you dont mind me asking?? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/474792-r33-gtst-major-service/#findComment-7884004 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JGTC Posted August 27, 2018 Share Posted August 27, 2018 From memory it their rate was $110/hr, i supplied most of my own fluids so i think all up it was approx 6-7hrs labour. Belts and water pump were done a few mths prior. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/474792-r33-gtst-major-service/#findComment-7884007 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bogan Posted August 27, 2018 Share Posted August 27, 2018 What do you consider a major service? If it's a basic fluids, plugs, filters type of thing invest in a good jack and some jack stands and do it yourself. You will save thousands over time. Nothing about it is hard. If you cannot see yourself doing a timing belt, if that's required, any local good garage can do that, just get them to do the timing belt, water pump. The problem with getting basic work done at "tuning shops" is that they cost alot of money, this is a fair thing though because you get what you pay for, usually, but that is really only required for their technical expertise, there is nothing technical about doing the basic service stuff. Plus money saved can be better spent on parts, or shiny things for the missus to take her focus of the car parts that she found stashed in the garage. Plus there is nothing more satisfying than working on your car. Basic service parts cost around $100 - $150 dependent on parts required. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/474792-r33-gtst-major-service/#findComment-7884015 Share on other sites More sharing options...
eVo25t Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 I'm talking timing belt, water pump, gearbox oil, diff oil and probably needs a dyno run too. I'm stuck because I moved to a unit and dont have all my stuff anymore Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/474792-r33-gtst-major-service/#findComment-7884025 Share on other sites More sharing options...
niZmO_Man Posted August 28, 2018 Share Posted August 28, 2018 Yeah that would be a bummer. Umm, does Unigroup do services and stuff? I haven't heard about them in a while. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/474792-r33-gtst-major-service/#findComment-7884064 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bogan Posted August 28, 2018 Share Posted August 28, 2018 14 hours ago, eVo25t said: I'm talking timing belt, water pump, gearbox oil, diff oil and probably needs a dyno run too. I'm stuck because I moved to a unit and dont have all my stuff anymore I've never used one but here is an option, maybe, depends on cost though. https://www.diyautogarage.com.au/about/ Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/474792-r33-gtst-major-service/#findComment-7884071 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTofuS-T Posted August 28, 2018 Share Posted August 28, 2018 4 hours ago, mlr said: I've never used one but here is an option, maybe, depends on cost though. https://www.diyautogarage.com.au/about/ I always wondered about the legalities of such a business, cool idea though. I miss the days of servicing my car on the street in Elizabeth Bay getting death stares from all the hoity toity locals 1 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/474792-r33-gtst-major-service/#findComment-7884089 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bogan Posted August 28, 2018 Share Posted August 28, 2018 28 minutes ago, GTofuS-T said: I always wondered about the legalities of such a business, cool idea though. I miss the days of servicing my car on the street in Elizabeth Bay getting death stares from all the hoity toity locals I would love to start up a shop like that, with a gym with only racks and free weights Oh, and a bar It would be just like my old garage, only without the comments of, "how long are you gonna be", "can you keep the noise down", "how much have you drunk", "do you think it's a good idea to drink and train/work on the car in the state your in". That shit gets tiresome.. 2 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/474792-r33-gtst-major-service/#findComment-7884091 Share on other sites More sharing options...
r32-25t Posted August 29, 2018 Share Posted August 29, 2018 Must wear safety glasses at all times, f**k that Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/474792-r33-gtst-major-service/#findComment-7884124 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bogan Posted August 29, 2018 Share Posted August 29, 2018 2 hours ago, r32-25t said: Must wear safety glasses at all times, f**k that Only a small inconvenience. I actually aways wear safety glasses whenever I'm under the car, usually if I got shit in my eye working under the stands my head would bounce between the floor and some part of the undercarriage at least 10 times.... 1 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/474792-r33-gtst-major-service/#findComment-7884139 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben C34 Posted August 29, 2018 Share Posted August 29, 2018 3 hours ago, r32-25t said: Must wear safety glasses at all times, f**k that Hello Mr Tough Eyes Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/474792-r33-gtst-major-service/#findComment-7884140 Share on other sites More sharing options...
r32-25t Posted August 29, 2018 Share Posted August 29, 2018 54 minutes ago, Ben C34 said: Hello Mr Tough Eyes Do you use your eyes to turn a ratchet? If I’m grinding I’ll use glasses, if I’m undoing a sump plug I’m fine without them Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/474792-r33-gtst-major-service/#findComment-7884144 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben C34 Posted August 29, 2018 Share Posted August 29, 2018 Touchy tough eyes is your name now. ? 1 1 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/474792-r33-gtst-major-service/#findComment-7884153 Share on other sites More sharing options...
r32-25t Posted August 29, 2018 Share Posted August 29, 2018 Sounds good to me 1 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/474792-r33-gtst-major-service/#findComment-7884171 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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