Does anyone service their own? And not fussed about stamps in the book?

[Robgw]

Keen to know if anyone services their own car?

I know my car inside out and my father is a retired mechanic. Just wondering is parting with $500 bucks every six months is worth it for a Stamp in the book?. Not thinking of selling it and if repairs are done I go to a local specialist anyway.

My D2 is a second car and only does 4k a year!

[CountP]

I also do my own servicing and when I am feeling lazy, take it to a LR specialist for some of the bigger jobs.

I keep a log of all work and all receipts. So one day when I do sell, I may not have a stamped log book but I do have documented proof of all maintenance.

[Collins]

When I first purchased my D2 V8 I booked it in for a full service, however since then I do my own servicing & have been fortunate enough to have a AULRO member assist me when I ran into trouble with a failed crankshaft position sensor (Thanks Alien)
On reflection, looking at the receipt I am now doubtful that the full service I requested & paid for was in fact performed. No listing for auto trans filter or gasket and trans oil quantity lower than it should have been.

If you do your own, you know it has been done & maintain your own records

With a vehicle between 10 - 14 years of age I doubt that comprehensive service history is really important.

[landy]

I do all my own repairs but having said that I haven't had any major problems (touch wood) I am an ex mechanic though so that helps as I still have all my tools. My advice is just do what you feel comfortable with first, and buy a good manual or rave. I wouldn't worry about a Nanocom or similar unless you have the skill/know someone who can fix the problem it gives you codes for. I have one and I seriously believe its payed for itself already.
I can tell you with 100% certainty that the stamps mean squat! Keep all the receipts and invoices and doc what you have done. Photos help too. You will most likely be selling to an enthusiast who is more interested in the care you put into the car than just getting it serviced at the dealer. Most people believe the dealers are ripping them off and doing a crap job anyway. BTW I worked in the dealer network for 17 years. Most people think we're rubbish unless we do the work for free. Then we're fantastic!!
Specialist workshops are a lot more respected, on the hole!
So give it a go. Work with a mate if you are unsure.
Good luck.

Nino.

[Robgw]

I do all my own repairs but having said that I haven't had any major problems (touch wood) I am an ex mechanic though so that helps as I still have all my tools. My advice is just do what you feel comfortable with first, and buy a good manual or rave. I wouldn't worry about a Nanocom or similar unless you have the skill/know someone who can fix the problem it gives you codes for. I have one and I seriously believe its payed for itself already.
I can tell you with 100% certainty that the stamps mean squat! Keep all the receipts and invoices and doc what you have done. Photos help too. You will most likely be selling to an enthusiast who is more interested in the care you put into the car than just getting it serviced at the dealer. Most people believe the dealers are ripping them off and doing a crap job anyway. BTW I worked in the dealer network for 17 years. Most people think we're rubbish unless we do the work for free. Then we're fantastic!!
Specialist workshops are a lot more respected, on the hole!
So give it a go. Work with a mate if you are unsure.
Good luck.

Nino.

Cheers guys.

Im a big petrol head. From Birmingham once upon a time (home of LR and proud so!). Born in garage but with out the old man not here it's the first time ive used garages!..Glad the stamps mean little in OZ, i consider myself on my own.. (6 draws of tools donated rom the old boy and i can also be guided on Spyke! lol)

[bob10]

I do what I can, and that has increased with my experience on the spanners, I keep every invoice , of every filter, gasket, etc purchased, and every invoice of every job done by the local LR independant mob in booklet form in plastic envelopes. It gives a great history of the vehicle, as well as a good history for me of the cost of the parts, over time. That would be good enough for me. Bob

[Robgw]

This is how good the old man is! And I only had a valley gasket leak! Heads were fine. But try stopping a mechanic of 50 years with time on his hands!

[Slunnie]

I service mine every 10k and any other general repair. If its something tricky, or an engine repair I send it off to Davis Performance to have the work done. I also have them check it out periodically, because there are a few TD5 things that need to be checked and if needed fixed.

[Yorkie]

when i first got mine (td5) i paid for a service then started looking at doing my own, from there i have done more and most time works, other times can leave it a call a mobile guy but touch wood have not needed him for some time.
i enjoy the learning process and knowing the job is done. :)

[winaje]

Bought new from MLR, done 335k, been to a dealer once, and a mechanic twice, everything else gets done either by me or my group of LR nut mates.

What are book stamps??? :D

[John W]

It's a long way to a dealer from here so I have been doing everything (with the exception of an auto swap) for at least the last 6 years. There are times when I am short on time and wish there was one nearby but then there is the satisfaction in doing another job. Next on my list is a couple of door locks and sorting out the old ignition barrel starting to jam. The car can't be worth much now anyway coming up 14 yrs old but I know it has been done right and I can and do rely on my work.

[Robgw]

335k, been to a dealer once, and a mechanic twice, everything else gets done either by me or my group of LR nut mates.

""""What are book stamps??? """":D

That last 4 words speaks volumes! Question answered! Cheers

[simonl8353]

I used to use a LR specialist, but over the years with this site and Rave have the wherewithal to do my own and at the correct intervals. I fill out the service book (in small print) with what I actually did and sign and date it and keep receipts. I try and do all the recommended items including greasing my greasable front prop :p

I do my own general repairs, even a water pump last year :) which might seem small potatoes to some, but a step outside my personal comfort zone.

Gee I really know this car after 5 1/2 yrs now, got quite a bit of my DNA in it now. And here's another chance to post a pic.. :banana:

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/02/243.jpg

[northiam]

Penrite oils and some others provide a windscreen sticker on the oil container label. I stick that sticker filled out in the service/log book at the relevant kilometre section as evidence of oil purchased and looks kinda official :)

[newlandyowner]

[COLOR="Blue"]Even better than Penrite service stickers....buy Aulro ones off here in the online shop.
I got some last week, and they are well priced.

Plus get an Aulro member sticker while your there. You deserve it./COLOR]

http://www.davesitshop.com/davesitshop/index.php?_a=viewCat&catId=2

[newlandyowner]

Dave's Interesting Things (http://www.davesitshop.com/davesitshop/index.php?_a=viewCat&catId=2)

[Ollie]

I have chosen to use LR filters and quality oils I service and repair a D1 200 Tdi and D2 Td5.
With the mass of knowledge on this website behind you and knowing there are no stupid questions, just Google search AULRO prior to posting, the Rave CD again through this site you should be fine and never short of something to do. Low annual Ks still means servicing just be diligent in following the time or klm intervals
Good Luck Ollie

[Carnut1100]

I've always serviced my cars, and when I finally get my hands on the Landie of my dreams I will do the same.
Anything too hard or special tools etc will go to the local specialist...

[winaje]

Anything too hard or special tools etc will go to the local specialist...

You'll very often find that there are instructions etc on replicating those "special tools" or ways to do the job without them.

[mools]

I have a Td5 defender, but same, same.

I do all the jobs that I know I can undertake and stretch myself from time to time too. To be honest I enjoy it and its one of the best things about owning a serviceable landrover. I did the same on the series II and III that I owned previously. It gives me a better understanding of the vehicle, saves me money (but costs me time), gives me a immense feeling of satisfaction - you feel like you have more stake in the vehicle. Such are the people who do similar there is never any shortage of helpful advice and experience to hand.

Don't have tools? Then spend the money you save on labour on tools.

To be honest, and this is a really big factor, from time to time when I have used a gararge for simple jobs, when I was rushed or a bit nervous about the job, I have been utterly shocked at the mess they have made of them. :censored:'s. Often I've had to do the job properly afterwards myself. Soon I'll have to replace the clutch, I won't do that myself, too big and heavy a job but I'll look long and hard for the right outfit to trust.

As for service stamps, not bothered as I doubt I'll ever sell it. I keep records for my own purposes.

enjoy.

Ian.

[schuy1]

Same same. Do all the servicing on the defender and the D2 except for the heavy stuff like gearbox removals, but will do manual and transfer case overhauls, auto? Hmmm :D
Keep records for own use.Every time I took the deefer to the dealer for work when I was snowed under I had to redo at a later date any way! :o