Diesel service in Melbourne

Submitted: Sunday, May 31, 2009 at 13:14

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you eat the bear

Can someone recommend a good diesel workshop in the Eastern suburbs of Melbourne?
After the 20,000 km service on my 2008 '76 Wagon, done at the local Toyota dealer came in at $848, I've decided I'd rather not go back there!!

Otherwise, I can report the car is behaving as expected, not using oil and I'm still averaging 11.6 kms per 100 kms around the suburbs. However, the speedo and therefore I suspect the odo is under reading by almost exactly 10% - i.e. at an indicated 110 kph I'm actually doing 100 according to the GPS. Thats on the standard tyres and rims and the problem goes away when I switch wheels to the BFG muddies which are about 1.5" taller.

Anyway, a good mechanic reference would be very much appreciated. Cheers

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Reply By: Member - Niss42 - Sunday, May 31, 2009 at 14:54

Sunday, May 31, 2009 at 14:54

G'day YETB ?

Give Jeff a phone at SCS 4X4 Services, Boundary Rd, Braeside.
95873088.

Barry

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Reply By: you eat the bear - Sunday, May 31, 2009 at 15:29

Sunday, May 31, 2009 at 15:29

Barry,

Appreciate it. I will give them a call next week.

Cheers

Steve

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Reply By: GoneTroppo Member (FNQ) - Sunday, May 31, 2009 at 15:47

Sunday, May 31, 2009 at 15:47

Try Guests In Fairfield.

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Follow Up By: Leroy - Sunday, May 31, 2009 at 19:28

Sunday, May 31, 2009 at 19:28

They're not real cheap either.....but then they do a good job!

Leroy

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Reply By: Member - Mick O (VIC) - Sunday, May 31, 2009 at 21:25

Sunday, May 31, 2009 at 21:25

If you want the best in the east, try Aaron at ATOC auto's in Belgrave South. Great reputation and I can vouch for both his knowledge of diesels and more so, 4x4 vehicles. Ph 03 97542751.

Cheers Mick