SK Autos has good reviews and has welded Bongos. Unit 7, Heritage Business Park, Wick Rd, Llantwit Major, South Glamorgan, CF61 1YU. Although I have no direct experience, they come well recommended by a close friend and I have seen their work on a 1996 Bongo.
@TheImportanceofBeing
2 жыл бұрын
Really helpful and that garage is not to far away. I’m in the case 👍🏼
@Carrera-gp9od
2 жыл бұрын
There must be someone can recommend a decent body shop near you . A lot of garages probably won’t want to touch it as when you start getting in to it it could be a lot worse than they first thought . I had that problem when I wanted my wheel arches done , toured round lots of garages , none of them wanted the work ! Edit : I used a garage who offer a mobile service and they specialise in bongos . He’s very good but if you want the mobile service he can be very hard to pin down to a date 😂 Contract mechanics harbury, I live in Glasgow he rebuilt my top end in the driveway and replaced radiator He also does welding , I think he is a couple of hours from you
@TheImportanceofBeing
2 жыл бұрын
That’s exactly the problem I seem to be facing with the garages I have contacted. They seem negative about Bongos generally. There must be a mechanic who loves Bongos as much as we do surely 😆 I will look up that mobile one Thank you 😊
@steverascal7441
2 жыл бұрын
My bongo is in for repair and due to be finished this Friday. I too book in weeks in advance but that’s not a problem for me and was in no hurry for it . Back arches replaced. Front wing replaced. One sill replaced and various patching up done plus a re spray to the. bottom of the van.also had bumpers sprayed to freshen up. Had constant photos sen to show the work and and a invite to see progress. Probably not much use to as I’m based in Stroud cost is £3100 hope this helps
@TheImportanceofBeing
2 жыл бұрын
It must be such a relief to get all that done ! It will be like a new van 🚐
@chrisje1991
2 жыл бұрын
Had similar when I had a Bongo, left the van with them for a week and would pass them on the way to work, didn't move at all. When I finally got it welded, there was still a 2 inch gap in the rear sill...
@TheImportanceofBeing
2 жыл бұрын
Isn’t it awful how this can happen? I despair 😞
@markthompson50
2 жыл бұрын
I feel your frustration. Big red flag when they don't keep to a pre-booked slot & then ask YOU to chase them rather than making an effort to keep you up to date. They don't deserve your business so at least you can be happy they didn't get it. Just trying out a new place for my own Bongo after my old garage who I had used for years had to close. Good luck 🤞🤞
@TheImportanceofBeing
2 жыл бұрын
That makes me feel a bit better Mark. I was wondering if I had overreacted. 🥺 Good luck in finding your new garage too
@amandapontin4141
2 жыл бұрын
I’m in the same position with our bongo, thought I’d found a garage, hoping to get an estimate soon. I hope you find someone soon, I’ll be following and keeping my fingers crossed for you!
@TheImportanceofBeing
2 жыл бұрын
Will definitely let you know when I find somewhere
@zeez9053
2 жыл бұрын
I’m sure you find a solution ❕Also when it’s done put mud flaps on to reduce rain water getting underneath
@TheImportanceofBeing
2 жыл бұрын
Hmmm that’s a good point actually 👍🏼
@martinnorth2680
2 жыл бұрын
And waxoil it
@ijbmottesting
2 жыл бұрын
Sorry your finding it hard to find a decent welder. I work as an MOT Tester and in our area we struggle to find any body to weld. It may be worth trying local body shops as well as they might be blue to help.
@TheImportanceofBeing
2 жыл бұрын
This is exactly what I have now started to do. Great suggestion thanks 🙏🏽
@gilldodsdods5151
2 жыл бұрын
I know the feeling ...sorry to say but I have the same trust issues..I prefer my husband or his mate to take the van ..as I feel they see a women ..and think ok..
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