Classic Aston Martin Servicing
ROE are classic car servicing specialists based in Lincolnshire
(pre-1989 only)
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Dedicated service bay to carry out servicing and maintenance on classics.
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Enclosed vehicle transportation (collection and delivery) is available on request.
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Specialists in classic Aston Martins (However, they also have experience working on various other marques. These include; Bentley, Jensen, Ferrari, Rolls Royce, Austin Healey & Porsche).
Example service with mileage breaks
Please find below an example fixed priced servicing guide for an Aston Martin DB5, DB6 and DBS. Other makes and models can be discussed by calling 01522 685476.
2,500 mile service
1. Drain the engine sump and refill it with new oil.
2. Check clutch push-rod adjustment.
3. Adjust the handbrake if required.
4. Lubricate handbrake pivots.
5. Lubricate kingpin grease nipples.
6. Lubricate steering grease nipples.
7. Check the coolant level.
8. Check tyre pressures.
If necessary:
9. Top up carburettor dashpot oil levels.
10. Top up brake and clutch hydraulic fluid reservoirs.
11. Top up the windscreen water bottle water level.
12. Adjust the alternator and water pump drive belt.
13. Adjust distributor points gap.
14. Top up the battery electrolyte level.
5,000 mile service
1. Drain the engine sump and refill it with new oil.
2. Top up rear shock absorbers, if necessary.
3. Lubricate the propeller shaft spline.
4. Lubricate propeller shaft joints on cars fitted with a four-speed gearbox.
5. Top up the rear axle oil level, if necessary.
6. Adjust the handbrake, if necessary.
7. Check clutch push-rod adjustment.
8. Lubricate handbrake pivots and cable grease nipples.
9. Lubricate kingpin grease nipples.
10. Lubricate steering grease nipples.
11. Top up carburettor dashpot oil levels.
12. Check and adjust mixture settings.
13. Renew the oil filter element.
14. Lubricate distributor.
15. Adjust distributor points gap.
16. Examine brake lining pads for wear.
17. Balance the road wheels, interchange them accordingly to the diagram and grease the spline and tapers.
18. Check the toe-in of the front wheels.
19. Check wheel spokes for tightness.
20. Carry out all oil-can lubricants.
21. Clean, set and test sparking plugs.
22. Check tyre pressures, including spare.
If necessary:
23. Top up brake and clutch hydraulic fluid reservoirs.
24. Top up the windscreen washer and bottle water level.
25. Adjust the alternator and water pump drive belt.
26. Top up the gearbox oil level.
27. Top up the overdrive unit oil level.
28. Adjust king-pin upper ball joints.
29. Top up the battery electrolyte level.
10,000-mile service
1. Drain engine sump and refill.
2. Drain the gearbox and refill.
3. Drain the overdrive unit and refill it.
4. Drain the rear axle and refill.
5. Top up rear shock absorbers, if necessary.
6. Check propeller shaft bolts for tightness.
7. Lubricate the propeller shaft spine.
8. Lubricate propeller shaft joints on cars fitted with a four-speed gearbox.
9. Check the tightness of all rear suspension linkage bolts, including shock absorbers and Watts linkage mounting bolts and links.
10. Check all brake pipe connections for tightness.
11. Inspect brake hoses.
12. Check all fuel pipe connections for tightness.
13. Inspect track rod ball joints
14. Inspect steering box mounting.
15. Lubricate rear hub grease nipples.
16. Adjust the handbrake if necessary.
17. Lubricate handbrake pivots and cable grease nipples.
18. Check clutch push-rod adjustment.
19. Lubricate kingpin grease nipples.
20. Lubricate steering grease nipples.
21. Adjust kingpin upper ball joints, if necessary.
22. Dismantle the front hub and repack with grease.
23. Examine the brake lining pad for wear.
24. Balance the road wheels, interchange them according to the diagram and grease the splines and tapers.
25. Check toe-in front wheels.
26. Check wheel spokes for tightness.
27. Top up carburettor dashpot oil levels.
28. Check and adjust the mixture setting.
29. Renew the oil filter element.
30. Renew carburettor air box filter elements.
31. Clean carburettor fuel strainers.
32. Clean fuel pump strainers.
33. Lubricate distributor.
34. Adjust distributor points gap and renew sparking plugs.
35. Inspect steering column universal joints.
36. Carry out all oil-can lubrication.
37. Check tyre pressures, including spare.
If necessary:
38. Top up brake and clutch hydraulic fluid reservoirs.
39. Top up the windscreen washer and bottle water level.
40. Adjust the alternator and water pump drive belt.
41. Top up battery electrolyte level.
Notes
Further to the list provided ROE will also perform further checks and tests to ensure the reliability and safety of your classic car.
If your classic car is seldom used and is unlikely to reach these miles in a year, then ROE may recommend that you have servicing works completed on an annual basis.
If your classic has undergone sudden heavy use, for example, a race or a grand touring excursion, then ROE also recommends that you visit them. That way they can conduct a full assessment report.
Pricing
Richards of England offers fixed pricing and can collect from anywhere within the UK (extra charges apply). To request a booking or for any enquires please fill out the form below and click submit. Alternatively, please call them on +44 (0) 1522 685 476.