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Back by Popular demand.

Kieron at STS Tyre Pro in Wymondham has very kindly offered to run us another 4 Wheel Alignment Day with a difference but this time even better than before (if that's possible)

Below is the link to the last event 

http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/forum/forums/t/38580.aspx?PageIndex=1

It follows the same procedure as before but there are limited spaces and because its such great value you need to book early.

Here is the format 

Location

STS TYRE PROS
Station Road 
Wymondham
NR18 0JY
Phone: 01953 603102

Date - Sunday 29th July

Hi All

Just been to see my friendly tyre fitting guys and had a look at their latest high tech alignment gear, Wow they have spent a fortune on the latest gear.

Anyway I asked if they would do a bit of a special for the Owners Club and he was very happy to get involved with this.

So

We need a minimum of 10 Cars (Maximum 20) and he is prepared to open up on a Sunday especially for us so that we can have full use of the facilities.

They can do the 4 wheel alignment to factory settings or your own if you have your own specific requirements they are also prepared to swap wheels and tyres around if required and I am sure he will do something special if anybody needs new rubber.

Plus

1. Free nitrogen fill for all attending, That's right they will deflate you tyres and refill with Nitrogen for free ( this is worth a fiver on its own)

2. They are prepared to offer fluid changing on the day for a nominal fee(£10 per item) (engine oil, diff oil, Gearbox oil and brake fluid) you will need to provide the oil and filters but they will do the rest.

3. Bring your own brake pads and they will fit them again for a nominal fee (It's not worth getting your hands dirty for a tenner)

4. If you want new tyres then Kieran is offering 35% off all tyres plus a fiver for fitting ( Pirelli P1 185/60 14 £38 + Vat or 195/50 15 £39.24 + Vat) He can get any make but needs to know in advance please.

5. Tyre changing and wheel swapping

6. Exhaust Fitting

7. Free Tea and Coffee

8. Plus of course the main reason for going the full 4 wheel Geometry setup (Camber, Cast and toe) for £30.00

9. Last time they even did 3 suspension swaps on the day.

Basically he has opened the workshop for us and us alone so please support this event.

I have took some pictures below of the facilities.

Waiting area with live viewing of the geometry set up.

General workshop 

Geometry set up area.

Hopefully the weather will allow us to do some runs to try out your new settings.

Please let me know if you would like a slot and what you would like done.

Kevin

1. Steve K 11:30        Alignment Engine Oil and Tyres                                    MK3 Black

2. GeoffB 10:30          Alignment       Oil Change, Gearbox Oil, Diff Oil          MK2 Icon 

3. Adam 12:00            Alignment                                                                    MK3 Grey

5. Andy 16:30             Alignment                                                                  MK1 Mariner Blue

6. Brian Thompson 13:30     Alignment, Oil Change, Gearbox Oil and Diff Oil.          ?

7. Paul & Sue 13:00      Alignment                                                                   MK1 BRG

8. Dan 14:00                  Alignment                                                                     MK2.5 Nevada

9. Jamie Thompson 08:30     Alignment, Gearbox Oil, Diff Oil and Brake Fluid          MK1 Black

                                   Front Brake Pads, Rear Brake Pads and discs 4 new tyres

10. Andy Millar 14:00  Alignment 14:30, Engine Oil                                Mk3  (flatcoat1000)

11. Peter Lewis 15:00  Alignment                                                                       MK3 Ice Blue

12. Colin 14:30            Alignment 16:00, Sway Bar Bushes, Steering Gaitors x 2          Mk1 Black

                                    and possible Tyres 

13. Rob 10:00             Suspension swap and Alignment 15:30  Gearbox & Diff oil     MK1 Silver

14*. David 09:00         Engine oil and Gearbox oil only Front Drop links      MK3 

15.  Dave 10:00           Alignment                                 MK2                  

16. Martin 09:30          Alignment                                Mk1 Silver

17*. Paul 08:30 & 16:00  2 x  Engine Oil and Filter Changes only   MK1 Blue & Mk2.5 Blue

18. Dean 12:30          Alignment                                  MK3 Copper Red

19. Steve 16:30        Alignment 17:00 & Brake Fluid   MK1 Black

20. Chris Waterman 17:30    Alignment                       MK1 Classic

21. David R 09:00    Alignment                                   MK2.5 Blue

22*. Peter 08:00       Braided hoses only                     MK1 White, Blue wheels,

23. Paul & Trish 11:00   Alignment                              MK1 Blue

24. Colin 08:00             Alignment                               MK1 BRG

 Not sure I need a Geometry check done, but Im sure I can up with something, will keep you posted as for what,  I have met Kieron and he is a top bloke, he really likes the MX5's and he is considering on getting himself one.

Count me in.

Paul

I will be along again as well, nice venue and some top guys.

Really blown away by the equipment and knowledge.

 Kevin

Put me down for the 4 wheel alignment, may be interested in some tyres to will ring STS nearer the time if I don't find some sooner

Cheers

Steve K

 Hi Kevin.

Will you add me for a slot please for the geometry set up and the oil change, engine, gearbox and dif.

Regards

Geoff

sjk:

 Kevin

 

Put me down for the 4 wheel alignment, may be interested in some tyres to will ring STS nearer the time if I don't find some sooner

 

Cheers

Steve K

Hi Steve

Got you on the list.

If you can't wait for the tyres give Kieron a ring and explain you are booked on the day but can't wait for tyres and see what he can do them for.

He is a great guy and I am sure will help if he can.

Thank for supporting the event.

Kevin

GeoffB:

 Hi Kevin.

Will you add me for a slot please for the geometry set up and the oil change, engine, gearbox and dif.

Regards

Geoff

Hi Geoff

Got you on the list and thanks for your support.

It's a great social day with lots of tyre kicking in the car park and I plan a couple of runs so you can try everything out before you leave.

Good to have you on board.

Kevin

Hi Kev,

Book me in for Geometry set up and possible brake pad change. 

Mandie

Book me in for a geometry please. I'm fitting some 40mm lower springs in a week or two so I'll want it resetup after that.

I might as well have the gearbox, diff and brake fluid changed at the same time.

Cheers

Colin

Betty_Swallocks:

Book me in for a geometry please. I'm fitting some 40mm lower springs in a week or two so I'll want it resetup after that.

I might as well have the gearbox, diff and brake fluid changed at the same time.

Cheers

 

Colin

Hi Colin

Got you on the list, Seens how you came last time how about a bit of an endorsement as to what great value this day offers members.

Any help is appreciated.

Kevin

mandie_d:

Hi Kev,

Book me in for Geometry set up and possible brake pad change. 

Mandie

On the List Mandie, perhaps Paul could do a few hood changes on the day. LOL

kevallen:

Hi Colin

Got you on the list, Seens how you came last time how about a bit of an endorsement as to what great value this day offers members.

Any help is appreciated.

Kevin

More than happy to. They did a great job and made us feel very welcome with a non stop supply of coffee.

 The car felt great driving back and at 30 quid is a real bargain.

Hi All,

I had this geometery done on my car only last week at Formula 1 in Peterborough, the front drivers side was slightly out. I had a long explaination about this new bit of kit that does the geometery via the computer and all 4 wheels will be perfectly in alignment. The car went on this brand new ramp and 10 mins later they produced a print out of all that was wrong, along with my front driverside wheel being out of alignment also the rear driverside camber angle needed adjustment, so all seemed well, NO!! After an hour or so the young lad started smashing at the rear camber adjust with a chisel and a 10lb hammer, I ran across and told him to stop and had a look at his handy work, he had managed to split along the camber adjust with his actions. I complained to the manager who seemed to think that this is the correct method of adjustment! (I of course will be taking this matter up with their head office due to the damage). Eventually I was given another print out that showed all was now in alignment and a bill was produced  for £127.00. I was shocked and asked why so much, apparently it's £17.50 per adjustment + Vat. After a long argument the manager made me an offer of £63.00 all in as no one had bothered to explain the price structure in advance, be warned and check first!

My point to all of this is to say that at £30.00 it's an absolute bargain and I wish I had read about this beforehand.

Brian.

barneybear:

Hi All,

I had this geometery done on my car only last week at Formula 1 in Peterborough, the front drivers side was slightly out. I had a long explaination about this new bit of kit that does the geometery via the computer and all 4 wheels will be perfectly in alignment. The car went on this brand new ramp and 10 mins later they produced a print out of all that was wrong, along with my front driverside wheel being out of alignment also the rear driverside camber angle needed adjustment, so all seemed well, NO!! After an hour or so the young lad started smashing at the rear camber adjust with a chisel and a 10lb hammer, I ran across and told him to stop and had a look at his handy work, he had managed to split along the camber adjust with his actions. I complained to the manager who seemed to think that this is the correct method of adjustment! (I of course will be taking this matter up with their head office due to the damage). Eventually I was given another print out that showed all was now in alignment and a bill was produced  for £127.00. I was shocked and asked why so much, apparently it's £17.50 per adjustment + Vat. After a long argument the manager made me an offer of £63.00 all in as no one had bothered to explain the price structure in advance, be warned and check first!

My point to all of this is to say that at £30.00 it's an absolute bargain and I wish I had read about this beforehand.

Brian.

 

Thanks for the comments Brian, Sorry to hear about your bad experience.

We ran a day like this back in February and it was a great success so it was nice to be asked back again. They managed 20 cars on the day which was a fantastic achivement and I think everybody left happy.

Regards

Kevin

 Sorry to hear about your bad experience Brian, sounds like they paid for the gear but didn't  train their staff  I always ask fellow members for recomendations thus limits any problems later, hope all is now well.

Perhaps you could pop along even just to check the guys out?? Maybe then use them at a later date.

Paul