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Lisa Horton
I was following the thread on turning/replacing brake rotors with
interest, when a front wheel starting making a familiar squeaking
sound. Having bought a used T&C with rotors that appeared to be warped,
I knew that I wanted to have that addressed when it came time to do the
front brakes. Fortunately in this case, there was enough material there
to have them turned, and the brake shudder is thankfully banished.
When I picked it up, I took a moment to query one of the two head
mechanics about his pricing vs book pricing. I guess they only hire
experienced mechanics, he says that they typically do common jobs in
about 20% less time than the book says, and that their pricing reflects
this. It seemed to be a point of pride for him.
It's kind of like when the transmission went out, and thanks to this
group I understood the warning signs, and was able to talk intelligently
to the transmission shop. Well, to the guy at the front desk, actually.
I firmly believe that if a non mechanic knows a little about the basics
of cars and car repairs, but doesn't try to act like they know more than
they do, they get better service from auto repair shops.
BTW, after asking about tires a while back, I did end up going with the
Bridgestone Tuarenzas. They have really superior traction, and work
impressively well in the wet. Had a panic stop situation coming back
from Christmas, and while cars were skidding and tire smoke was all
around, we calmly, but rapidly, simply stopped.
Anyway, thanks.
Lisa
interest, when a front wheel starting making a familiar squeaking
sound. Having bought a used T&C with rotors that appeared to be warped,
I knew that I wanted to have that addressed when it came time to do the
front brakes. Fortunately in this case, there was enough material there
to have them turned, and the brake shudder is thankfully banished.
When I picked it up, I took a moment to query one of the two head
mechanics about his pricing vs book pricing. I guess they only hire
experienced mechanics, he says that they typically do common jobs in
about 20% less time than the book says, and that their pricing reflects
this. It seemed to be a point of pride for him.
It's kind of like when the transmission went out, and thanks to this
group I understood the warning signs, and was able to talk intelligently
to the transmission shop. Well, to the guy at the front desk, actually.
I firmly believe that if a non mechanic knows a little about the basics
of cars and car repairs, but doesn't try to act like they know more than
they do, they get better service from auto repair shops.
BTW, after asking about tires a while back, I did end up going with the
Bridgestone Tuarenzas. They have really superior traction, and work
impressively well in the wet. Had a panic stop situation coming back
from Christmas, and while cars were skidding and tire smoke was all
around, we calmly, but rapidly, simply stopped.
Anyway, thanks.
Lisa