From: "'RC Dale' rcdale@bigpond.com [Syncro_T3_Australia]" <Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com>
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Friday, 23 June 2017, 12:05
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] gear box repairs
I was very disappointed with the job done at Racetrans.
The gearbox was noisy and leaked from day 1 and got worse to the point where I needed Rudi to fix it properly.
Now not noisy and no leaks.
Very happy with Rudi's work. Due to some dodgy bearings I had in my box - damage was done to the low gear housing so Rudi had to replace that too (not easy to find).
peter from Port had a similar problem with Racetrans just before me.
Anyway I would highly recommend you go to Rudi.
Cheers,
Skot
It had to happen 3rd and 4th gear has started to make noises who would you recommend for repairs in Sydney, Paul and Steve Muller no longer do them, i have talked to Dunhams in Wollongong they do any history about this company?Contacted Racetrans in Kempsey sounds like he knows what he is about, long drive, but shorter than Bribie Island.Any information appreciated.I talked to Bug wreckers 95341077 in Sydney he has stripped down Syncro boxes and parts in his shop so if you need parts he might be worth a phone call.RegardsRobert Dale
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Best regards, Scott Pitcher SPB Consulting
On Fri, Jun 23, 2017 at 5:51 PM, Scott Pitcher spbconsulting@bigpond.com [Syncro_T3_Australia] <Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com> wrote:Bob and Neil,
I was very disappointed with the job done at Racetrans.
The gearbox was noisy and leaked from day 1 and got worse to the point where I needed Rudi to fix it properly.
Now not noisy and no leaks.
Very happy with Rudi's work. Due to some dodgy bearings I had in my box - damage was done to the low gear housing so Rudi had to replace that too (not easy to find).
peter from Port had a similar problem with Racetrans just before me.
Anyway I would highly recommend you go to Rudi.
Cheers,
Skot
On 23/06/2017 12:05 PM, 'RC Dale' rcdale@bigpond.com [Syncro_T3_Australia] wrote:
It had to happen 3rd and 4th gear has started to make noises who would you recommend for repairs in Sydney, Paul and Steve Muller no longer do them, i have talked to Dunhams in Wollongong they do any history about this company?Contacted Racetrans in Kempsey sounds like he knows what he is about, long drive, but shorter than Bribie Island.Any information appreciated.I talked to Bug wreckers 95341077 in Sydney he has stripped down Syncro boxes and parts in his shop so if you need parts he might be worth a phone call.RegardsRobert Dale
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Best regards, Scott Pitcher SPB Consulting--CheersPaul DumaisAerospace Engineer
Cheers
PK
Gold Coast
Yep .... definitely Rudi. If it needs doing, do it properly. Anyone else you are taking a bit of a punt.
Is there a shipping box still doing the rounds somewhere?
Ken
Sent: Friday, 23 June 2017 5:51 PM
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] gear box repairs
Bob and Neil,
I was very disappointed with the job done at Racetrans.
The gearbox was noisy and leaked from day 1 and got worse to the point where I needed Rudi to fix it properly.
Now not noisy and no leaks.
Very happy with Rudi's work. Due to some dodgy bearings I had in my box - damage was done to the low gear housing so Rudi had to replace that too (not easy to find).
peter from Port had a similar problem with Racetrans just before me.
Anyway I would highly recommend you go to Rudi.
Cheers,
Skot
It had to happen 3rd and 4th gear has started to make noises who would you recommend for repairs in Sydney, Paul and Steve Muller no longer do them, i have talked to Dunhams in Wollongong they do any history about this company?Contacted Racetrans in Kempsey sounds like he knows what he is about, long drive, but shorter than Bribie Island.Any information appreciated.I talked to Bug wreckers 95341077 in Sydney he has stripped down Syncro boxes and parts in his shop so if you need parts he might be worth a phone call.RegardsRobert Dale
--
Best regards, Scott Pitcher SPB Consulting
From me it went to Canberra. From there I know not.
It wasnt a piece of magic - it could be easily replicated but the use of some old unwanted sheet timber - plywood or melamine.
Only cost me $70 to ship my gearbox to Bribie island from Central Coast Ego depot.
Very cheap!
Cheers,
Skot
Yep .... definitely Rudi. If it needs doing, do it properly. Anyone else you are taking a bit of a punt.
Is there a shipping box still doing the rounds somewhere?
Ken
From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com <Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com> on behalf of Scott Pitcher spbconsulting@bigpond.com [Syncro_T3_Australia] <Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Friday, 23 June 2017 5:51 PM
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] gear box repairsBob and Neil,
I was very disappointed with the job done at Racetrans.
The gearbox was noisy and leaked from day 1 and got worse to the point where I needed Rudi to fix it properly.
Now not noisy and no leaks.
Very happy with Rudi's work. Due to some dodgy bearings I had in my box - damage was done to the low gear housing so Rudi had to replace that too (not easy to find).
peter from Port had a similar problem with Racetrans just before me.
Anyway I would highly recommend you go to Rudi.
Cheers,
Skot
On 23/06/2017 12:05 PM, 'RC Dale' rcdale@bigpond.com [Syncro_T3_Australia] wrote:
It had to happen 3rd and 4th gear has started to make noises who would you recommend for repairs in Sydney, Paul and Steve Muller no longer do them, i have talked to Dunhams in Wollongong they do any history about this company?Contacted Racetrans in Kempsey sounds like he knows what he is about, long drive, but shorter than Bribie Island.Any information appreciated.I talked to Bug wreckers 95341077 in Sydney he has stripped down Syncro boxes and parts in his shop so if you need parts he might be worth a phone call.RegardsRobert Dale
--
Best regards, Scott Pitcher SPB Consulting
--
Best regards, Scott Pitcher SPB Consulting
It had to happen 3rd and 4th gear has started to make noises who would you
recommend for repairs in Sydney, Paul and Steve Muller no longer do them, i have
talked to Dunhams in Wollongong they do any history about this company?Contacted Racetrans in Kempsey sounds like he knows what he is about, long
drive, but shorter than Bribie Island.Any information appreciated.I talked to Bug wreckers 95341077 in Sydney he has stripped down Syncro
boxes and parts in his shop so if you need parts he might be worth a phone
call.RegardsRobert Dale
Yep .... definitely Rudi. If it needs doing, do it properly. Anyone else you are taking a bit of a punt.
Is there a shipping box still doing the rounds somewhere?
Ken
Sent: Friday, 23 June 2017 5:51 PM
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] gear box repairs
Bob and Neil,
I was very disappointed with the job done at
Racetrans.
The gearbox was noisy and leaked from day 1 and got worse to
the point where I needed Rudi to fix it properly.
Now not noisy and no
leaks.
Very happy with Rudi's work. Due to some dodgy bearings I had in
my box - damage was done to the low gear housing so Rudi had to replace that too
(not easy to find).
peter from Port had a similar problem with Racetrans
just before me.
Anyway I would highly recommend you go to
Rudi.
Cheers,
Skot
It had to happen 3rd and 4th gear has started to make noises who would you recommend for repairs in Sydney, Paul and Steve Muller no longer do them, i have talked to Dunhams in Wollongong they do any history about this company?Contacted Racetrans in Kempsey sounds like he knows what he is about, long drive, but shorter than Bribie Island.Any information appreciated.I talked to Bug wreckers 95341077 in Sydney he has stripped down Syncro boxes and parts in his shop so if you need parts he might be worth a phone call.RegardsRobert Dale
--
Best regards, Scott Pitcher SPB Consulting
Best way to contact Rudi is via home telephone or mobile of an evening say around 8pm.
Home: 07 3408 6669
Mobile: 0403 113 457
Cheers.
Ken
Sent: Sunday, 25 June 2017 10:31 AM
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] gear box repairs
Yep .... definitely Rudi. If it needs doing, do it properly. Anyone else you are taking a bit of a punt.
Is there a shipping box still doing the rounds somewhere?
Ken
Sent: Friday, 23 June 2017 5:51 PM
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] gear box repairs
Bob and Neil,
I was very disappointed with the job done at Racetrans.
The gearbox was noisy and leaked from day 1 and got worse to the point where I needed Rudi to fix it properly.
Now not noisy and no leaks.
Very happy with Rudi's work. Due to some dodgy bearings I had in my box - damage was done to the low gear housing so Rudi had to replace that too (not easy to find).
peter from Port had a similar problem with Racetrans just before me.
Anyway I would highly recommend you go to Rudi.
Cheers,
Skot
It had to happen 3rd and 4th gear has started to make noises who would you recommend for repairs in Sydney, Paul and Steve Muller no longer do them, i have talked to Dunhams in Wollongong they do any history about this company?Contacted Racetrans in Kempsey sounds like he knows what he is about, long drive, but shorter than Bribie Island.Any information appreciated.I talked to Bug wreckers 95341077 in Sydney he has stripped down Syncro boxes and parts in his shop so if you need parts he might be worth a phone call.RegardsRobert Dale
--
Best regards, Scott Pitcher SPB Consulting
Best way to contact Rudi is via home telephone or mobile of an evening say around 8pm.
Home: 07 3408 6669
Mobile: 0403 113 457
Cheers.
Ken
Sent: Sunday, 25 June 2017 10:31 AM
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] gear box repairs
Yep .... definitely Rudi. If it needs doing, do it properly. Anyone else you are taking a bit of a punt.
Is there a shipping box still doing the rounds somewhere?
Ken
Sent: Friday, 23 June 2017 5:51 PM
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] gear box repairs
Bob and Neil,
I was very disappointed with the job done at
Racetrans.
The gearbox was noisy and leaked from day 1 and got worse to
the point where I needed Rudi to fix it properly.
Now not noisy and no
leaks.
Very happy with Rudi's work. Due to some dodgy bearings I had in
my box - damage was done to the low gear housing so Rudi had to replace that too
(not easy to find).
peter from Port had a similar problem with Racetrans
just before me.
Anyway I would highly recommend you go to
Rudi.
Cheers,
Skot
It had to happen 3rd and 4th gear has started to make noises who would you recommend for repairs in Sydney, Paul and Steve Muller no longer do them, i have talked to Dunhams in Wollongong they do any history about this company?Contacted Racetrans in Kempsey sounds like he knows what he is about, long drive, but shorter than Bribie Island.Any information appreciated.I talked to Bug wreckers 95341077 in Sydney he has stripped down Syncro boxes and parts in his shop so if you need parts he might be worth a phone call.RegardsRobert Dale
--
Best regards, Scott Pitcher SPB Consulting
From: "Scott Pitcher spbconsulting@bigpond.com [Syncro_T3_Australia]" <Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com>
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Friday, 23 June 2017, 17:52
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] gear box repairs
I was very disappointed with the job done at Racetrans.
The gearbox was noisy and leaked from day 1 and got worse to the point where I needed Rudi to fix it properly.
Now not noisy and no leaks.
Very happy with Rudi's work. Due to some dodgy bearings I had in my box - damage was done to the low gear housing so Rudi had to replace that too (not easy to find).
peter from Port had a similar problem with Racetrans just before me.
Anyway I would highly recommend you go to Rudi.
Cheers,
Skot
It had to happen 3rd and 4th gear has started to make noises who would you recommend for repairs in Sydney, Paul and Steve Muller no longer do them, i have talked to Dunhams in Wollongong they do any history about this company?Contacted Racetrans in Kempsey sounds like he knows what he is about, long drive, but shorter than Bribie Island.Any information appreciated.I talked to Bug wreckers 95341077 in Sydney he has stripped down Syncro boxes and parts in his shop so if you need parts he might be worth a phone call.RegardsRobert Dale
Best regards, Scott Pitcher SPB Consulting
Before going to Ron, I had heard nothing but good about him.
My gearbox parts were all Weddle gears or original gears - nothing from Albins.
It wasnt a gear issue this time but syncros and bearings - 1 of which he replaced failed severely and destroyed the housing. Two other bearings also failed to a lesser extent.
The gearbox leaked badly from day 1 due to poor seals and gaskets and was very noisy - due to the dodgy bearings.
I spoke to Ron about it and he started blaming everything else - not impressed.
Anyway he was a lovely bloke until after I picked up the gearbox - but one thing should have warned me there was something wrong when I picked it up - the selector was on upside down - an easy fix but I started getting nervous from there - with good reason I since found.
Then Peter from Port had a massive problem with the gearbox built by Ronnie and we both had to have Rudi sort them out.
Anyway, you live and learn.
I know who I will be going to from now on.
But if you are happy with Ronnie - I wont stop you.
Cheers,
Skot
Hi Scott,
I had no idea people were unsatisfied with Ron's work. I am disappointed to hear it. I wonder if he knows? I find it hard to believe that anyone could be unsatisfied with his work, he is so obliging and open to ideas and challenging mods. I don't know the details of the problems you experienced but I know Ron uses Albins gears and they can be noisy, I don't think Rudi uses anything but genuine if he can and he has good access to genuine parts.As far as I know Ron and Rudi are the only ones in the country that use the factory diff set up jigs so not sure how the others are doing it??I also know Rudi well and regard him very highly. His reputation is second to none. He has helped me with my gearboxes sourcing parts and also advice but hasn't actually built one for me yet as I always seem to need custom work.Ron has built me a gearbox so amazing that I am getting him to build me a spare as it has now been 7 years and I am paranoid that if anything ever wears out on it I won't be able to replace it.
Neil.
From: "Scott Pitcher spbconsulting@bigpond.com [Syncro_T3_Australia]" <Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com>
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Friday, 23 June 2017, 17:52
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] gear box repairs
Bob and Neil,
I was very disappointed with the job done at Racetrans.
The gearbox was noisy and leaked from day 1 and got worse to the point where I needed Rudi to fix it properly.
Now not noisy and no leaks.
Very happy with Rudi's work. Due to some dodgy bearings I had in my box - damage was done to the low gear housing so Rudi had to replace that too (not easy to find).
peter from Port had a similar problem with Racetrans just before me.
Anyway I would highly recommend you go to Rudi.
Cheers,
Skot
On 23/06/2017 12:05 PM, 'RC Dale' rcdale@bigpond.com [Syncro_T3_Australia] wrote:
It had to happen 3rd and 4th gear has started to make noises who would you recommend for repairs in Sydney, Paul and Steve Muller no longer do them, i have talked to Dunhams in Wollongong they do any history about this company?Contacted Racetrans in Kempsey sounds like he knows what he is about, long drive, but shorter than Bribie Island.Any information appreciated.I talked to Bug wreckers 95341077 in Sydney he has stripped down Syncro boxes and parts in his shop so if you need parts he might be worth a phone call.RegardsRobert Dale
--
Best regards, Scott Pitcher SPB Consulting
--
Best regards, Scott Pitcher SPB Consulting
-------- Original message --------
From: "Scott Pitcher spbconsulting@bigpond.com [Syncro_T3_Australia]" <Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com>
Date: 26/06/2017 8:29 PM (GMT+10:00)
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] gear box repairs
IthNeil,
Before going to Ron, I had heard nothing but good about him.
My gearbox parts were all Weddle gears or original gears - nothing from Albins.
It wasnt a gear issue this time but syncros and bearings - 1 of which he replaced failed severely and destroyed the housing. Two other bearings also failed to a lesser extent.
The gearbox leaked badly from day 1 due to poor seals and gaskets and was very noisy - due to the dodgy bearings.
I spoke to Ron about it and he started blaming everything else - not impressed.
Anyway he was a lovely bloke until after I picked up the gearbox - but one thing should have warned me there was something wrong when I picked it up - the selector was on upside down - an easy fix but I started getting nervous from there - with good reason
I since found.
Then Peter from Port had a massive problem with the gearbox built by Ronnie and we both had to have Rudi sort them out.
Anyway, you live and learn.
I know who I will be going to from now on.
But if you are happy with Ronnie - I wont stop you.
Cheers,
Skot
Hi Scott,
I had no idea people were unsatisfied with Ron's work. I am disappointed to hear it. I wonder if he knows? I find it hard to believe that anyone could be unsatisfied with his work, he is so obliging and open to ideas and challenging mods. I don't know the details of the problems you experienced but I know Ron uses Albins gears and they can be noisy, I don't think Rudi uses anything but genuine if he can and he has good access to genuine parts.As far as I know Ron and Rudi are the only ones in the country that use the factory diff set up jigs so not sure how the others are doing it??I also know Rudi well and regard him very highly. His reputation is second to none. He has helped me with my gearboxes sourcing parts and also advice but hasn't actually built one for me yet as I always seem to need custom work.Ron has built me a gearbox so amazing that I am getting him to build me a spare as it has now been 7 years and I am paranoid that if anything ever wears out on it I won't be able to replace it.
Neil.
From: "Scott Pitcher spbconsulting@bigpond.com [Syncro_T3_Australia]" <Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com>
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Friday, 23 June 2017, 17:52
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] gear box repairs
Bob and Neil,
I was very disappointed with the job done at Racetrans.
The gearbox was noisy and leaked from day 1 and got worse to the point where I needed Rudi to fix it properly.
Now not noisy and no leaks.
Very happy with Rudi's work. Due to some dodgy bearings I had in my box - damage was done to the low gear housing so Rudi had to replace that too (not easy to find).
peter from Port had a similar problem with Racetrans just before me.
Anyway I would highly recommend you go to Rudi.
Cheers,
Skot
On 23/06/2017 12:05 PM, 'RC Dale' rcdale@bigpond.com [Syncro_T3_Australia] wrote:
It had to happen 3rd and 4th gear has started to make noises who would you recommend for repairs in Sydney, Paul and Steve Muller no longer do them, i have talked to Dunhams in Wollongong they do any history about this company?Contacted Racetrans in Kempsey sounds like he knows what he is about, long drive, but shorter than Bribie Island.Any information appreciated.I talked to Bug wreckers 95341077 in Sydney he has stripped down Syncro boxes and parts in his shop so if you need parts he might be worth a phone call.RegardsRobert Dale
--
Best regards, Scott Pitcher SPB Consulting
--
Best regards, Scott Pitcher SPB Consulting
From: "Scott Pitcher spbconsulting@bigpond.com [Syncro_T3_Australia]" <Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com>
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Monday, 26 June 2017, 20:27
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] gear box repairs
Before going to Ron, I had heard nothing but good about him.
My gearbox parts were all Weddle gears or original gears - nothing from Albins.
It wasnt a gear issue this time but syncros and bearings - 1 of which he replaced failed severely and destroyed the housing. Two other bearings also failed to a lesser extent.
The gearbox leaked badly from day 1 due to poor seals and gaskets and was very noisy - due to the dodgy bearings.
I spoke to Ron about it and he started blaming everything else - not impressed.
Anyway he was a lovely bloke until after I picked up the gearbox - but one thing should have warned me there was something wrong when I picked it up - the selector was on upside down - an easy fix but I started getting nervous from there - with good reason I since found.
Then Peter from Port had a massive problem with the gearbox built by Ronnie and we both had to have Rudi sort them out.
Anyway, you live and learn.
I know who I will be going to from now on.
But if you are happy with Ronnie - I wont stop you.
Cheers,
Skot
Hi Scott,
I had no idea people were unsatisfied with Ron's work. I am disappointed to hear it. I wonder if he knows? I find it hard to believe that anyone could be unsatisfied with his work, he is so obliging and open to ideas and challenging mods. I don't know the details of the problems you experienced but I know Ron uses Albins gears and they can be noisy, I don't think Rudi uses anything but genuine if he can and he has good access to genuine parts.As far as I know Ron and Rudi are the only ones in the country that use the factory diff set up jigs so not sure how the others are doing it??I also know Rudi well and regard him very highly. His reputation is second to none. He has helped me with my gearboxes sourcing parts and also advice but hasn't actually built one for me yet as I always seem to need custom work.Ron has built me a gearbox so amazing that I am getting him to build me a spare as it has now been 7 years and I am paranoid that if anything ever wears out on it I won't be able to replace it.
Neil.
From: "Scott Pitcher spbconsulting@bigpond.com [Syncro_T3_Australia]" <Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com>
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Friday, 23 June 2017, 17:52
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] gear box repairs
Bob and Neil,
I was very disappointed with the job done at Racetrans.
The gearbox was noisy and leaked from day 1 and got worse to the point where I needed Rudi to fix it properly.
Now not noisy and no leaks.
Very happy with Rudi's work. Due to some dodgy bearings I had in my box - damage was done to the low gear housing so Rudi had to replace that too (not easy to find).
peter from Port had a similar problem with Racetrans just before me.
Anyway I would highly recommend you go to Rudi.
Cheers,
Skot
On 23/06/2017 12:05 PM, 'RC Dale' rcdale@bigpond.com [Syncro_T3_Australia] wrote:
It had to happen 3rd and 4th gear has started to make noises who would you recommend for repairs in Sydney, Paul and Steve Muller no longer do them, i have talked to Dunhams in Wollongong they do any history about this company?Contacted Racetrans in Kempsey sounds like he knows what he is about, long drive, but shorter than Bribie Island.Any information appreciated.I talked to Bug wreckers 95341077 in Sydney he has stripped down Syncro boxes and parts in his shop so if you need parts he might be worth a phone call.RegardsRobert Dale
--
Best regards, Scott Pitcher SPB Consulting
Best regards, Scott Pitcher SPB Consulting
From: "Scott Pitcher spbconsulting@bigpond.com [Syncro_T3_Australia]" <Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com>
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Monday, 26 June 2017, 20:27
Subject : Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] gear box repairs
Before going to Ron, I had heard nothing but good about him.
My gearbox parts were all Weddle gears or original gears - nothing from Albins.
It wasnt a gear issue this time but syncros and bearings - 1 of which he replaced failed severely and destroyed the housing. Two other bearings also failed to a lesser extent.
The gearbox leaked badly from day 1 due to poor seals and gaskets and was very noisy - due to the dodgy bearings.
I spoke to Ron about it and he started blaming everything else - not impressed.
Anyway he was a lovely bloke until after I picked up the gearbox - but one thing should have warned me there was something wrong when I picked it up - the selector was on upside down - an easy fix but I started getting nervous from there - with good reason I since found.
Then Peter from Port had a massive problem with the gearbox built by Ronnie and we both had to have Rudi sort them out.
Anyway, you live and learn.
I know who I will be going to from now on.
But if you are happy with Ronnie - I wont stop you.
Cheers,
Skot
Hi Scott,I had no idea people were unsatisfied with Ron's work. I am disappointed to hear it. I wonder if he knows? I find it hard to believe that anyone could be unsatisfied with his work, he is so obliging and open to ideas and challenging mods. I don't know the details of the problems you experienced but I know Ron uses Albins gears and they can be noisy, I don't think Rudi uses anything but genuine if he can and he has good access to genuine parts.As far as I know Ron and Rudi are the only ones in the country that use the factory diff set up jigs so not sure how the others are doing it??I also know Rudi well and regard him very highly. His reputation is second to none. He has helped me with my gearboxes sourcing parts and also advice but hasn't actually built one for me yet as I always seem to need custom work.Ron has built me a gearbox so amazing that I am getting him to build me a spare as it has now been 7 years and I am paranoid that if anything ever wears out on it I won't be able to replace it.Neil.
From: "Scott Pitcher spbconsulting@bigpond.com [Syncro_T3_Australia]" mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Friday, 23 June 2017, 17:52
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] gear box repairsBob and Neil,
I was very disappointed with the job done at Racetrans.
The gearbox was noisy and leaked from day 1 and got worse to the point where I needed Rudi to fix it properly.
Now not noisy and no leaks.
Very happy with Rudi's work. Due to some dodgy bearings I had in my box - damage was done to the low gear housing so Rudi had to replace that too (not easy to find).
peter from Port had a similar problem with Racetrans just before me.
Anyway I would highly recommend you go to Rudi.
Cheers,
SkotOn 23/06/2017 12:05 PM, 'RC Dale' rcdale@bigpond.com [Syncro_T3_Australia] wrote:It had to happen 3rd and 4th gear has started to make noises who would you recommend for repairs in Sydney, Paul and Steve Muller no longer do them, i have talked to Dunhams in Wollongong they do any history about this company?Contacted Racetrans in Kempsey sounds like he knows what he is about, long drive, but shorter than Bribie Island.Any information appreciated.I talked to Bug wreckers 95341077 in Sydney he has stripped down Syncro boxes and parts in his shop so if you need parts he might be worth a phone call.RegardsRobert Dale--
Best regards, Scott Pitcher SPB Consulting
Best regards, Scott Pitcher SPB Consulting
I have a syncro mate from the South Coast NSW who needs his front wheel bearings done and he contacted Dunhams to be told that they no longer repair syncros?
Might be worth a call before you head there.
Cheers,
Skot
Hi all;Talked to Paul Muller regarding gear box repairs he recommended Michael Schymitze who has 35 years experience in rebuilding gear boxes, he is at Dunham autos Wollongong, they will only work on the gearbox out of the vehicle and it is up to the owner to chase up parts I still have to contact Rudi and have a talk to him, there is a mechanic in Canberra who purchased Pauls equipment he had to do the gear boxes but his comment was that he wants to get rich quickly, he highly recommended Rudi saying that he is a very intelligent man with a good contact for spare parts it is interesting what you find out with a bit looking around. BobSent: Tuesday, June 27, 2017 8:38 AMSubject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] gear box repairs
Hi Scott,
All I can say is I am sorry that you had such a bad experience. I feel bad since I introduced Ron to the group in good faith. I will be seeing him shortly and will speak to him about these issues but I would say the damage has been done,
Neil.
From: "Scott Pitcher spbconsulting@bigpond.com [Syncro_T3_Australia]" <Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com>
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Monday, 26 June 2017, 20:27
Subject : Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] gear box repairs
Neil,
Before going to Ron, I had heard nothing but good about him.
My gearbox parts were all Weddle gears or original gears - nothing from Albins.
It wasnt a gear issue this time but syncros and bearings - 1 of which he replaced failed severely and destroyed the housing. Two other bearings also failed to a lesser extent.
The gearbox leaked badly from day 1 due to poor seals and gaskets and was very noisy - due to the dodgy bearings.
I spoke to Ron about it and he started blaming everything else - not impressed.
Anyway he was a lovely bloke until after I picked up the gearbox - but one thing should have warned me there was something wrong when I picked it up - the selector was on upside down - an easy fix but I started getting nervous from there - with good reason I since found.
Then Peter from Port had a massive problem with the gearbox built by Ronnie and we both had to have Rudi sort them out.
Anyway, you live and learn.
I know who I will be going to from now on.
But if you are happy with Ronnie - I wont stop you.
Cheers,
Skot
On 26/06/2017 3:28 PM, neil smith jackthebearau@yahoo.com [Syncro_T3_Australia] wrote:
Hi Scott,I had no idea people were unsatisfied with Ron's work. I am disappointed to hear it. I wonder if he knows? I find it hard to believe that anyone could be unsatisfied with his work, he is so obliging and open to ideas and challenging mods. I don't know the details of the problems you experienced but I know Ron uses Albins gears and they can be noisy, I don't think Rudi uses anything but genuine if he can and he has good access to genuine parts.As far as I know Ron and Rudi are the only ones in the country that use the factory diff set up jigs so not sure how the others are doing it??I also know Rudi well and regard him very highly. His reputation is second to none. He has helped me with my gearboxes sourcing parts and also advice but hasn't actually built one for me yet as I always seem to need custom work.Ron has built me a gearbox so amazing that I am getting him to build me a spare as it has now been 7 years and I am paranoid that if anything ever wears out on it I won't be able to replace it.Neil.
From: "Scott Pitcher spbconsulting@bigpond.com [Syncro_T3_Australia]" mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Friday, 23 June 2017, 17:52
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] gear box repairs
Bob and Neil,
I was very disappointed with the job done at Racetrans.
The gearbox was noisy and leaked from day 1 and got worse to the point where I needed Rudi to fix it properly.
Now not noisy and no leaks.
Very happy with Rudi's work. Due to some dodgy bearings I had in my box - damage was done to the low gear housing so Rudi had to replace that too (not easy to find).
peter from Port had a similar problem with Racetrans just before me.
Anyway I would highly recommend you go to Rudi.
Cheers,
Skot
On 23/06/2017 12:05 PM, 'RC Dale' rcdale@bigpond.com [Syncro_T3_Australia] wrote:
It had to happen 3rd and 4th gear has started to make noises who would you recommend for repairs in Sydney, Paul and Steve Muller no longer do them, i have talked to Dunhams in Wollongong they do any history about this company?Contacted Racetrans in Kempsey sounds like he knows what he is about, long drive, but shorter than Bribie Island.Any information appreciated.I talked to Bug wreckers 95341077 in Sydney he has stripped down Syncro boxes and parts in his shop so if you need parts he might be worth a phone call.RegardsRobert Dale--
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Best regards, Scott Pitcher SPB Consulting
From: "Scott Pitcher spbconsulting@bigpond.com [Syncro_T3_Australia]" <Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com>
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Tuesday, 27 June 2017, 14:55
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] gear box repairs
Hi Bob,
I have a syncro mate from the South Coast NSW who needs his front wheel bearings done and he contacted Dunhams to be told that they no longer repair syncros?
Might be worth a call before you head there.
Cheers,
Skot
Hi all;Talked to Paul Muller regarding gear box repairs he recommended Michael Schymitze who has 35 years experience in rebuilding gear boxes, he is at Dunham autos Wollongong, they will only work on the gearbox out of the vehicle and it is up to the owner to chase up parts I still have to contact Rudi and have a talk to him, there is a mechanic in Canberra who purchased Pauls equipment he had to do the gear boxes but his comment was that he wants to get rich quickly, he highly recommended Rudi saying that he is a very intelligent man with a good contact for spare parts it is interesting what you find out with a bit looking around. BobSent: Tuesday, June 27, 2017 8:38 AMSubject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] gear box repairsHi Scott,
All I can say is I am sorry that you had such a bad experience. I feel bad since I introduced Ron to the group in good faith. I will be seeing him shortly and will speak to him about these issues but I would say the damage has been done,
Neil.
From: "Scott Pitcher spbconsulting@bigpond.com [Syncro_T3_Australia]" <Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com>
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Monday, 26 June 2017, 20:27
Subject : Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] gear box repairs
Neil,
Before going to Ron, I had heard nothing but good about him.
My gearbox parts were all Weddle gears or original gears - nothing from Albins.
It wasnt a gear issue this time but syncros and bearings - 1 of which he replaced failed severely and destroyed the housing. Two other bearings also failed to a lesser extent.
The gearbox leaked badly from day 1 due to poor seals and gaskets and was very noisy - due to the dodgy bearings.
I spoke to Ron about it and he started blaming everything else - not impressed.
Anyway he was a lovely bloke until after I picked up the gearbox - but one thing should have warned me there was something wrong when I picked it up - the selector was on upside down - an easy fix but I started getting nervous from there - with good reason I since found.
Then Peter from Port had a massive problem with the gearbox built by Ronnie and we both had to have Rudi sort them out.
Anyway, you live and learn.
I know who I will be going to from now on.
But if you are happy with Ronnie - I wont stop you.
Cheers,
Skot
On 26/06/2017 3:28 PM, neil smith jackthebearau@yahoo.com [Syncro_T3_Australia] wrote:
Hi Scott,I had no idea people were unsatisfied with Ron's work. I am disappointed to hear it. I wonder if he knows? I find it hard to believe that anyone could be unsatisfied with his work, he is so obliging and open to ideas and challenging mods. I don't know the details of the problems you experienced but I know Ron uses Albins gears and they can be noisy, I don't think Rudi uses anything but genuine if he can and he has good access to genuine parts.As far as I know Ron and Rudi are the only ones in the country that use the factory diff set up jigs so not sure how the others are doing it??I also know Rudi well and regard him very highly. His reputation is second to none. He has helped me with my gearboxes sourcing parts and also advice but hasn't actually built one for me yet as I always seem to need custom work.Ron has built me a gearbox so amazing that I am getting him to build me a spare as it has now been 7 years and I am paranoid that if anything ever wears out on it I won't be able to replace it.Neil.
From: "Scott Pitcher spbconsulting@bigpond.com [Syncro_T3_Australia]" mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Friday, 23 June 2017, 17:52
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] gear box repairs
Bob and Neil,
I was very disappointed with the job done at Racetrans.
The gearbox was noisy and leaked from day 1 and got worse to the point where I needed Rudi to fix it properly.
Now not noisy and no leaks.
Very happy with Rudi's work. Due to some dodgy bearings I had in my box - damage was done to the low gear housing so Rudi had to replace that too (not easy to find).
peter from Port had a similar problem with Racetrans just before me.
Anyway I would highly recommend you go to Rudi.
Cheers,
Skot
On 23/06/2017 12:05 PM, 'RC Dale' rcdale@bigpond.com [Syncro_T3_Australia] wrote:
It had to happen 3rd and 4th gear has started to make noises who would you recommend for repairs in Sydney, Paul and Steve Muller no longer do them, i have talked to Dunhams in Wollongong they do any history about this company?Contacted Racetrans in Kempsey sounds like he knows what he is about, long drive, but shorter than Bribie Island.Any information appreciated.I talked to Bug wreckers 95341077 in Sydney he has stripped down Syncro boxes and parts in his shop so if you need parts he might be worth a phone call.RegardsRobert Dale--
--
Best regards, Scott Pitcher SPB Consulting
From: "Scott Pitcher spbconsulting@bigpond.com [Syncro_T3_Australia]" <Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com>
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Tuesday, 27 June 2017, 14:55
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] gear box repairs
Hi Bob,
I have a syncro mate from the South Coast NSW who needs his front wheel bearings done and he contacted Dunhams to be told that they no longer repair syncros?
Might be worth a call before you head there.
Cheers,
Skot
Hi all;Talked to Paul Muller regarding gear box repairs he recommended Michael Schymitze who has 35 years experience in rebuilding gear boxes, he is at Dunham autos Wollongong, they will only work on the gearbox out of the vehicle and it is up to the owner to chase up parts I still have to contact Rudi and have a talk to him, there is a mechanic in Canberra who purchased Pauls equipment he had to do the gear boxes but his comment was that he wants to get rich quickly, he highly recommended Rudi saying that he is a very intelligent man with a good contact for spare parts it is interesting what you find out with a bit looking around. BobSent: Tuesday, June 27, 2017 8:38 AMSubject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] gear box repairsHi Scott,All I can say is I am sorry that you had such a bad experience. I feel bad since I introduced Ron to the group in good faith. I will be seeing him shortly and will speak to him about these issues but I would say the damage has been done,Neil.
From: "Scott Pitcher spbconsulting@bigpond.com [Syncro_T3_Australia]" mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Monday, 26 June 2017, 20:27
Subject : Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] gear box repairsNeil,
Before going to Ron, I had heard nothing but good about him.
My gearbox parts were all Weddle gears or original gears - nothing from Albins.
It wasnt a gear issue this time but syncros and bearings - 1 of which he replaced failed severely and destroyed the housing. Two other bearings also failed to a lesser extent.
The gearbox leaked badly from day 1 due to poor seals and gaskets and was very noisy - due to the dodgy bearings.
I spoke to Ron about it and he started blaming everything else - not impressed.
Anyway he was a lovely bloke until after I picked up the gearbox - but one thing should have warned me there was something wrong when I picked it up - the selector was on upside down - an easy fix but I started getting nervous from there - with good reason I since found.
Then Peter from Port had a massive problem with the gearbox built by Ronnie and we both had to have Rudi sort them out.
Anyway, you live and learn.
I know who I will be going to from now on.
But if you are happy with Ronnie - I wont stop you.
Cheers,
SkotOn 26/06/2017 3:28 PM, neil smith jackthebearau@yahoo.com [Syncro_T3_Australia] wrote:Hi Scott,I had no idea people were unsatisfied with Ron's work. I am disappointed to hear it. I wonder if he knows? I find it hard to believe that anyone could be unsatisfied with his work, he is so obliging and open to ideas and challenging mods. I don't know the details of the problems you experienced but I know Ron uses Albins gears and they can be noisy, I don't think Rudi uses anything but genuine if he can and he has good access to genuine parts.As far as I know Ron and Rudi are the only ones in the country that use the factory diff set up jigs so not sure how the others are doing it??I also know Rudi well and regard him very highly. His reputation is second to none. He has helped me with my gearboxes sourcing parts and also advice but hasn't actually built one for me yet as I always seem to need custom work.Ron has built me a gearbox so amazing that I am getting him to build me a spare as it has now been 7 years and I am paranoid that if anything ever wears out on it I won't be able to replace it.Neil.
From: "Scott Pitcher spbconsulting@bigpond.com [Syncro_T3_Australia]" mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Friday, 23 June 2017, 17:52
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] gear box repairsBob and Neil,
I was very disappointed with the job done at Racetrans.
The gearbox was noisy and leaked from day 1 and got worse to the point where I needed Rudi to fix it properly.
Now not noisy and no leaks.
Very happy with Rudi's work. Due to some dodgy bearings I had in my box - damage was done to the low gear housing so Rudi had to replace that too (not easy to find).
peter from Port had a similar problem with Racetrans just before me.
Anyway I would highly recommend you go to Rudi.
Cheers,
SkotOn 23/06/2017 12:05 PM, 'RC Dale' rcdale@bigpond.com [Syncro_T3_Australia] wrote:It had to happen 3rd and 4th gear has started to make noises who would you recommend for repairs in Sydney, Paul and Steve Muller no longer do them, i have talked to Dunhams in Wollongong they do any history about this company?Contacted Racetrans in Kempsey sounds like he knows what he is about, long drive, but shorter than Bribie Island.Any information appreciated.I talked to Bug wreckers 95341077 in Sydney he has stripped down Syncro boxes and parts in his shop so if you need parts he might be worth a phone call.RegardsRobert Dale--
--
Best regards, Scott Pitcher SPB Consulting
Hi Bob,
I have a syncro mate from the South Coast NSW who needs his
front wheel bearings done and he contacted Dunhams to be told that they no
longer repair syncros?
Might be worth a call before you head
there.
Cheers,
Skot
Hi all;Talked to Paul Muller regarding gear box repairs he recommended Michael Schymitze who has 35 years experience in rebuilding gear boxes, he is at Dunham autos Wollongong, they will only work on the gearbox out of the vehicle and it is up to the owner to chase up parts I still have to contact Rudi and have a talk to him, there is a mechanic in Canberra who purchased Pauls equipment he had to do the gear boxes but his comment was that he wants to get rich quickly, he highly recommended Rudi saying that he is a very intelligent man with a good contact for spare parts it is interesting what you find out with a bit looking around. BobSent: Tuesday, June 27, 2017 8:38 AMSubject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] gear box repairsHi Scott,All I can say is I am sorry that you had such a bad experience. I feel bad since I introduced Ron to the group in good faith. I will be seeing him shortly and will speak to him about these issues but I would say the damage has been done,Neil.
From: "Scott Pitcher spbconsulting@bigpond.com [Syncro_T3_Australia]" mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Monday, 26 June 2017, 20:27
Subject : Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] gear box repairsNeil,
Before going to Ron, I had heard nothing but good about him.
My gearbox parts were all Weddle gears or original gears - nothing from Albins.
It wasnt a gear issue this time but syncros and bearings - 1 of which he replaced failed severely and destroyed the housing. Two other bearings also failed to a lesser extent.
The gearbox leaked badly from day 1 due to poor seals and gaskets and was very noisy - due to the dodgy bearings.
I spoke to Ron about it and he started blaming everything else - not impressed.
Anyway he was a lovely bloke until after I picked up the gearbox - but one thing should have warned me there was something wrong when I picked it up - the selector was on upside down - an easy fix but I started getting nervous from there - with good reason I since found.
Then Peter from Port had a massive problem with the gearbox built by Ronnie and we both had to have Rudi sort them out.
Anyway, you live and learn.
I know who I will be going to from now on.
But if you are happy with Ronnie - I wont stop you.
Cheers,
SkotOn 26/06/2017 3:28 PM, neil smith jackthebearau@yahoo.com [Syncro_T3_Australia] wrote:Hi Scott,I had no idea people were unsatisfied with Ron's work. I am disappointed to hear it. I wonder if he knows? I find it hard to believe that anyone could be unsatisfied with his work, he is so obliging and open to ideas and challenging mods. I don't know the details of the problems you experienced but I know Ron uses Albins gears and they can be noisy, I don't think Rudi uses anything but genuine if he can and he has good access to genuine parts.As far as I know Ron and Rudi are the only ones in the country that use the factory diff set up jigs so not sure how the others are doing it??I also know Rudi well and regard him very highly. His reputation is second to none. He has helped me with my gearboxes sourcing parts and also advice but hasn't actually built one for me yet as I always seem to need custom work.Ron has built me a gearbox so amazing that I am getting him to build me a spare as it has now been 7 years and I am paranoid that if anything ever wears out on it I won't be able to replace it.Neil.
From: "Scott Pitcher spbconsulting@bigpond.com [Syncro_T3_Australia]" mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Friday, 23 June 2017, 17:52
Subject: Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] gear box repairsBob and Neil,
I was very disappointed with the job done at Racetrans.
The gearbox was noisy and leaked from day 1 and got worse to the point where I needed Rudi to fix it properly.
Now not noisy and no leaks.
Very happy with Rudi's work. Due to some dodgy bearings I had in my box - damage was done to the low gear housing so Rudi had to replace that too (not easy to find).
peter from Port had a similar problem with Racetrans just before me.
Anyway I would highly recommend you go to Rudi.
Cheers,
SkotOn 23/06/2017 12:05 PM, 'RC Dale' rcdale@bigpond.com [Syncro_T3_Australia] wrote:It had to happen 3rd and 4th gear has started to make noises who would you recommend for repairs in Sydney, Paul and Steve Muller no longer do them, i have talked to Dunhams in Wollongong they do any history about this company?Contacted Racetrans in Kempsey sounds like he knows what he is about, long drive, but shorter than Bribie Island.Any information appreciated.I talked to Bug wreckers 95341077 in Sydney he has stripped down Syncro boxes and parts in his shop so if you need parts he might be worth a phone call.RegardsRobert Dale--
--
Best regards, Scott Pitcher SPB Consulting