Group Service Day

[Messiah]

After trolling through DJ's "Servicing Problems" post ( http://www.skylinesaustralia.com/forums/sh...ead.php?t=30269 ) I came across a mention of a group service day (i'll call it GSD for short). The basic idea was to organise a day where a whole bunch of us can get together to service all our cars at once (well i mean all together during a day). The logic behind it is that with enough of us together we can lower the cost of a service by buying stuff in bulk (oils sparkies etc etc) and use each others expereince to fix niggling probs and make small changes, pick each others brains etc etc. And prolly have a bbq too.

Now this idea sounds good to me (it would, i'm still on the steep part of the learning curve) and i was interested in trying to organise one. But first off i thought it would be a good idea to see how many of you would be interested and if you have any advice or suggestions to fine tune the idea.

If it looks like a popular idea i'll be looking at ordering bits in bulk and tracking down other odds and ends (anyone know anyone with a portable dyno, we can make it a service and tune day ) but for now a yay or nay will do.

M

[Jimbo2000]

sounds good to me simon

[PranK]

Simon, thats a great idea.. we've thought about these before - but i think its time to do it.

The only problem we had last time is that we couldn't think of anywhere big enough to hold all the cars with enough room to work on them, unless we do one at a time...

Christian

[Messiah]

The only problem we had last time is that we couldn't think of anywhere big enough to hold all the cars with enough room to work on them, unless we do one at a time...

 

Christian

How many takers did you have last time?? there are a few places i can think of that might be an option but i guess it all depends on numbers.

Heh maybe i should do a "field of dreams" thing, build a giant service park then stand on the front lawn and watch performance cars from all around aus magically appear down the road: heh "Build it and they shall come"

that last thing aside tho, i'm more than happy to work on the idea, if someone can through me an approx number of ppl who might be interested i can look at where more closly, would indoors be better (not considering the weather), or doesnt it make too much difference.

i think about 5 ppl have said yay so far, which is easy to cater for, but if more are thinking about joining us then it will get more interesting, one way or another i'll figure it out.

M

[junkie13]

i just got my car and in need of a service and dont know alot about working on cars >>> am i still welcome to this day

[benm]

Sounds like an interesting idea... only thing is im not sure what would need servicing. I change my engine oil every 6,000km and oil/fuel filters about every 15,000km and thats it. I haven't checked my spark plugs in... well ever (so thats 30,000km) and i've never changed my radiator fluid (its still bright green after 30,000km.

What else would be done on a typical service? I wouldn't mind attending just to learn abit more...

[Merli]

Wouldn't mind coming along to see what I can learn... Might even get my hands dirty

A Group Service/Learning Day was suggesting at UAS in Castle Hill, not sure how that ended up though.

[junkie13]

no one answer my question yet

are newbies like welcome i really need to ask alot question about my car and dont havy money in hands to ask the pros so a day like this willo be great for me

[Messiah]

no one answer my question yet  

are newbies like welcome i really need to ask alot question about my car and dont havy money in hands to ask the pros so a day like this willo be great for me

Everyone who's got a car to bring along is welcome, just cos your new is no need to be scared. Just jump in.

[junkie13]

cool thanks for the offer but who is going to organise it and wany idea where it will be held

[Messiah]

Junkie... dude, read the first post so far i'm organising it. i'm looking for feedback before moving on.

[T0nyGTSt]

You can do it at my workplace on the weekends. We have a huge carpark in Silverwater.

T.

[Messiah]

You can do it at my workplace on the weekends. We have a huge carpark in Silverwater.

T.

Dude thats excellent, i think now all we need is numbers and a date, everything else i can see could be pretty straight forward.

I think someone also mentioned that they didnt know what kind of parts they'd service, beyond a few minor components. This i thought was kinds a valid point so i had a think on it.

Whats everyones opinion of making it a "Premium" Service, i can think of all sorts that can be done. Minor things like oil and filter, pod or panel clean (if applicable), new sparkies (nice ones too if we like) all sorts of belts bits and peices, you name it really. I think if enough people are interested we could probably get a good supply of good bit, and maybe if we're lucky maybe a parts place to come out ( i cant see why they would object to makeing a little money and alot of good will).

So we have a venue, so everyone help drum up some interest, the more people who get invloved the better we can make it.

M

[junkie13]

sorry messiah , my bad

and also i dont know what i need so can anyone help on the basic thing to check if its stiill ok or need changing

[Messiah]

Junkie,

So far my general plan is as follows...

Once i have a rough guide in numbers (i'm thinking 10 would be a nice start) and prices for parts sourced from a supplier (need numbers so i can give supplier an idea in aid of discounts), i'll stick a nice big post up listing a more solid date and the availablility and costs of parts.

As for what parts you should or need to replace. Well the way i'm thinking (for me anyway) is that i'm going to replace the things i need to first, then things that would i think would just be nice to do anyway. so basically as much as i can reasonably afford to. This will be my cars first serivce in my hands since the previous owner, even though he has told me one was done late last year, i'm doing alot of things just for my peice of mind.

Keep in mind that alot of what this day will be about is also being able to have a look at what others are doing and being able to ask their opinion/help. Its not a bad idea to do research first, that said it wont just be a case of "heres some bits off ya go matey".

Hopefully some people might come down just to refill their wiper fluid and stuff, then stick around and have a look and maybe give a hand with others cars. Sometimes finding a strange and exotic fault and getting together and fixing it can be really rewarding and entertaining.

As for getting and idea of what to do before that day, you can garner this off mates or family members with a knowledge of mechanics or you can take yer car to a mechanic and say "i'm thinking of bringing it in for a good solid service, i have this much to spend (or) price is not a problem what would you do, give me a list and a quote" and bugger of with a free mechanics opinion of what u should get done.

Honestly tho i can see this being really fun, with not just general tinkering but even the idea or a competition or two to see who can change certain parts the fastest yet still do it properly etc etc jumping into my head, throw in a barbie and we have a skyline lovers heaven.

Anmyone is welcome, the only requirement is that you bring either a RB-compatible car (cos thats what kind of engines any bits would be for) , some knowledge, or just a capable set of hands. bascially anything that will help to make the day better.

Anyone think this is worth a sticky?

[Jimbo2000]

well thought out mate.

i will definately be there, luckily i dont need anything done to my car for a while but i'll be there with a helping set of hands and willing to learn for when the time comes.

might actually see if anyone knows how to take off a front bar and fmic so i can polish it.

everyone bring plenty of tools yeah?

[DJ984]

Hey Messiah...

Yep, you know i'll be in... only problem is i'm not due for about 2 months... but yeah... i'll be keen to do this every 3 months from there... will be great!...

cheers man,

Dave.

[Bleach1]

I would probably come and check it out if it doesnt clash with anything else. Havent been to any cruises/events for a while. Im a mechanic so i could help out with most servicing questions.

[ninjadust]

are there any ruff ideas on the date of this event as im looking at getting my 100k service ASAP!! .... also i gotta slow leak in the radiator, looks like i might need a core change or something...

im down to cheakout this out

[DJ984]

Bleach1: your exactly the kinda person we need.... I used to do all my servicing on my old car ('86 N12 Pulsar... lol)... but as you can understand there's a huge difference between that and the 'line... so we need ppl like you to show us how it's done...