Bought my Omega on 6th October and it is nearly ready now after endless work and advice from OOF members. Would have done a few things differently knowing what I know now, but this is the job list so far:
2000 Vauxhall Omega 2.2 CD auto
Schedule of Works
6th October 2009
Major 100,000 mile service completed
Engine flush and additional short oil change to semi synthetic
Spark plugs replaced-NGK
Pollen Filter replaced
Both wiper blades replaced, arm springs lubricated
Brake fluid replaced
Additional works completed:
Complete 3 part exhaust system fitted, plus brackets
Rocker cover gasket replaced
Front brake discs replaced
New Mintex brake pads fitted, front
New Mintex brake pads fitted, rear
Wash/wipe system flushed, jets re-aligned
Road wheels changed front to back
Tracking and alignment
Wheel balancing
MOT test, passed no advisories
Full HPI registry check
VOSA MOT and history check
Presentation
Interior shampoo valet including boot
Exterior cutting compound and wax finished
Underside washed and inspected
Engine bay hand detailed
Front and rear number plates replaced
OE Vauxhall Persia paint stick supplied
Body checked and touched in as required
During October 2009
1000 mile test and checks, parts replaced:
7th October 2009
Multi-function VX cruise control stalk fitted
27th October 2009
2x ignition key outer cases replaced
2x remote key batteries replaced
29th October 2009
Osram Nightbreaker H1 headlight bulb +90% upgrades fitted
Philips Xtreme H7 main beam bulb +90% upgrades fitted
6 LED clear white sidelight bulb upgrades fitted
Entire car inspected and adjustments made as necessary
Lubrication of moving parts
Detailed valet
Number plate bolts replaced with correct colour
Mat clips replaced
6th November 2009
Ludlow Motors Vauxhall Main Dealer
Workshop inspection, parts noted for repair 7th November
Diagnostics code read-no faults
Outstanding recalls or notifications checked against Vauxhall database
Central computer updates via Tech2 for:
Gearbox software
Engine management
Climate Control
Cruise control fitment enabled via Tech2
7th November 2009
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Another additional short oil change with semi-synthetic oil
New OE Vauxhall oil filter and sump washer fitted
Coolant drained, flushed, replaced to high strength
Under-bonnet alarm switch replaced
First aid compartment latch replaced
NS door panel top repaired to OOF modification
Missing grommets and screws replaced as required
NS headlamp replaced complete
OS headlamp replaced adjusters, refitted
Assorted corroded minor fasteners replaced
Twin horns removed, inspected, front horn replaced
Fuel flap release motor replaced
NS front door check strap tightened and washers replaced
OS front door check strap tightened and washers replaced
Expert inspection to engine and body carried out
Scuttle panel drained and drain hole cleared
10th November 2009
Vaughan Garage
New headlights aligned to MOT standard
Under-body inspection on ramp by MOT tester
Federal tyre fitted to NSR wheel to create correct matching set
Wheel balanced
14th November 2009
welung666
Automatic gearbox fluid flushed and replaced with Dexron3
AT filter inspected and cleaned
VX OE transmission gasket fitted
Car run to fill torque convertor and topped-up with ATF
Tested second-hand catalytic converter fitted
Lambda sensors checked
2 tanks super-octane high detergent fuel used
16th November 2009
Markhams Garage
New ATF and gasket checked
Automatic transmission fluid level topped up with Dexron3
22nd November 2009
welung666
Handbrake and rear brakes stripped, cleaned, lubricated and adjusted
Handbrake cable lubricated adjusted
Exhaust manifold gasket replaced, three previously broken studs noted
Exhaust system, catalytic converters and sensors leak tested.
All cabin door latches and catches adjusted
Missing towing eye supplied and checked
Wynnes valve lifter treatment added
26th November 2009
Vaughan Garage
Exhaust manifold removed and cleaned
All original studs removed and disposed of
Removal of 3 broken studs
New multi-layer VX manifold gasket fitted
10 Vauxhall OE manifold studs fitted
Manifold heat shield bolts drilled out and replaced
All exhaust joints and sensor fittings inspected
Complete system engine-tail pipe confirmed leak-free
2nd December 2009
Kwik-Fit
Brake fluid changed to Mobil DOT4
Front brakes stripped and copper greased to resolve squeal
Tracking and alignment checked and re-done, plus front directional tyres swapped NS/OS to check for radial pull as part of tracking price
Steering wheel centred correctly
Wheel balancing
Tyre pressures checked
Road test and brake check
Spare wheel inspected and inflated to correct pressure
Spare wheel well inspected and cleaned
Towbar checked and touched in on ramp
Battery level checked
Battery tested on condition meter
It is now nearly right and I am starting to enjoy it-let's hope the Poland trip goes smoothly.
Sincere thanks to welungg666 for his help, advice and support. Without this, I would have sold it by now. He calls it "Trigger's broom"
Thanks to everyone for their query responses and general help.
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