About LDS Working closely with Sterling Engineering Ltd - Distributors of high quality engine components we are able to offer most FAI/Camtec head gaskets and bolt sets, valves, camshafts, waterpumps, cambelts/timing chains and tensioner kits. We are also a distributor for Denso Iridium Power performance spark plugs. Please use the contact form to get intouch with anything you might require including a year, registration number and chassis number if possible for the vehicle so we can give you a quick and accurate quote. 3 Cylinder head skim (petrol or diesel) - £30 Inspect/recondition existing valves - £6.00 per valve Collection and delivery of cylinder head by 48hr express courier - £12.99 each way *Please note to skim heads need to be as bare as possible........ie no bolt on housing/manifolds/cams/followers/caps etc. Threaded studs can remain along with valves in most petrol cylinder heads. Some diesels however need to have valves removed due to being non-recessed. Any heads sent that are unable to fit in the milling machine bed or unable to skim due to parts being left on will be charged a hourly rate of £25 to strip the head. General Service, repairs & welding General Servicing - £35 Per hour Can also supply: Number plate printing & custom offroad show plates/stickers We carry a various stock of used carparts for many makes and models. Please see the webstore to view the parts available, all parts are used but in good working order.
We are a family run business that have teamed up with Sterling Services and D.R.A.S.S to offer a wide range of vehicle services and products in the Surrey/Hampshire area. Please browse the site for the services we have on offer.
Cylinder head repairs & headgasket timing belt supplies
We offer a skim and pressure test service for cylinder heads that have blown head gaskets, thread repairs/heli-coiling service for damaged/snapped studs. We also recondition existing cylinder heads as well as being able to sourcing good serviceable 2nd hand heads if yours head is beyond repair.
Most heads we repair are from local motor traders but we also do some for the general public/home mechanics via ebay and the web. If you are abit further afield and cannot drop the head off to us, send your cylinder head by courier for us to inspect/repair.

Cylinder Head repairs
4 Cylinder head skim (petrol or diesel) - £40
6 Cylinder head skim (petrol or diesel)- £60
Other.......ie motor cycle/jetski - £30
Pressure test (any 3/4 cylinder petrol or diesel head) - £20
Thread repairs/heli-coiling - From £25
Valve seat renewal - £40 per valve seat
Recutting valve existing valve seat - £10 per seat
Lapping in valves only - £5.00 per valve
Cracked head, Aluminium welding - From £75.00
Discount prices are available for heads that need a full reconditioning service, please use the `contact us form` with your requirements.


Welding and all other repairs - Varies depending on size of welding or type of job.
Can also fit & balance new/part worn tyres - Please enquire about stock.

Car transport, Recovery & Scrap car removal
We have access to two 3.5 ton transit recovery trucks with a 3rd being built. Please us contact for a competitive price. Including (if applicable) postcodes of pick-up and drop-off destinations. We can pick up most cars including non-runners.
Scrap cars, unfinshed projects and non runners bought for cash.

Zetec 1.8/2.0 16v conversions & parts
I have been rebuilding Fords for as long as I can remember! I`ve built engines for my own projects and also for friends/customers. Generally I only keep a limited amount of zetec conversion parts/spares in stock but I can source most mk2 fiesta, mk3/4 escort and sierra parts/panel sections through various contacts I have made over the years.
Zetec 1.8/2.0 silvertop headgasket sets, single inlet gaskets (for manifold swaps), head bolts and conversion belts are always in stock.
Please see Plates & signs page.
Car sales
Please see Car sales page for current stock.
Used Car parts & Alloy wheels


