Mister G Posted August 3, 2017 Report Share Posted August 3, 2017 Watch the video and see if you recognize anyone......LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canoecarrier Posted August 3, 2017 Report Share Posted August 3, 2017 About 2 years back or so, I had an older ford escape. I took it into Jilesons auto close to Omemee, they said they changed the thermostat, but they stripped a bolt on the thermostat housing itself and broke it, essentially made it so it wouldn't open or close properly. They charged me $300 and they did absolutely nothing to my vehicle other then break it more. We figured that our the hard way when we did it all in the driveway ourselves.Replaced both the thermostat and the housing in the driveway. They had it for a week and it wasn't done by Friday at 2pm in the afternoon, same day later on they called and said come pick it up, it's ready. Not sure what you do about something like that? Still have to make a google review, how do you deal with a crooked mechanic? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KLINKER Posted August 3, 2017 Report Share Posted August 3, 2017 I know a guy who had his old comaro in for an oil change and they swapped out his axle gears. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ketchenany Posted August 3, 2017 Report Share Posted August 3, 2017 Where I get my oil changed I stand under the car! I got my first at the dealer last year, 2 hours and $140 !!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Ironmaker Posted August 3, 2017 Report Share Posted August 3, 2017 Heck I only pay $110.00 for a freekin' oil change!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ketchenany Posted August 3, 2017 Report Share Posted August 3, 2017 OI, $80 now and rotated the tires too. Told the dealer to shove it after the $140. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manitoubass2 Posted August 3, 2017 Report Share Posted August 3, 2017 Oil change here is $40 But don't use any "mechanic" for auto work. Only about 15 in the area and nothing but problems with EVERY SINGLE ONE! Nothing but nightmares. I took my mom's Jeep liberty to at least 4 shops, vehicle outta commission for 6 weeks, never even got an answer as to what was wrong My mom sold it. The guy who bought it drove it over two days later kinda laughing at us I wish I was mechanically inclined Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ketchenany Posted August 3, 2017 Report Share Posted August 3, 2017 Oil change here is $40 But don't use any "mechanic" for auto work. Only about 15 in the area and nothing but problems with EVERY SINGLE ONE! Nothing but nightmares. I took my mom's Jeep liberty to at least 4 shops, vehicle outta commission for 6 weeks, never even got an answer as to what was wrong My mom sold it. The guy who bought it drove it over two days later kinda laughing at us I wish I was mechanically inclined Regular oil yes, $40; synthetic I pay $80 at the dealer $140!!! but, they bring the car back with a piece of paper where they put their feet lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted August 3, 2017 Report Share Posted August 3, 2017 This is why I do it myself. I really don't like anyone else touching my car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boombap Posted August 3, 2017 Report Share Posted August 3, 2017 Do it yourself A few 2x10s stacked and drilled for some cheap ramps and your good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIFTER_016 Posted August 3, 2017 Report Share Posted August 3, 2017 (edited) This is why I do it myself. I really don't like anyone else touching my car. Me too. I do as much as I can and only take it to a mechnik as a last resort. Last big job I did was a timing belt and waterpump replacement as well as replacing several valves when the old belt skipped a tooth. Edited August 4, 2017 by DRIFTER_016 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rizzo Posted August 4, 2017 Report Share Posted August 4, 2017 rotten bugger. I live in Guelph, have never been to an economy lube and sure won't start now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Ironmaker Posted August 4, 2017 Report Share Posted August 4, 2017 (edited) OI, $80 now and rotated the tires too. Told the dealer to shove it after the $140. I should have said I use to pay that. Now I get it down the same street from the GM dealer now for 80 bucks including all fluid top ups and tire rotation. I think the synthetic oil is 40 or something. My wife went into the same GM dealer I bought the truck new from to say she needed some nitrogen in her tire. The sticker on the window says free N2 top ups at any GM dealer. They laughed at her, not only that they called her Honey. Oh my. I know the service asst. since he was 8 years old. I went in to see them, no Police were called. It cost that dealer a sale as I was looking at a new car there. No way, no how. They don't even have N2 there. My sales guy got a please don't email me about having a buyer for my truck. He wasn't too happy as he lost that future commission. Searles GM, Caledonia On. Edited August 4, 2017 by Old Ironmaker Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
16 Footer Posted August 4, 2017 Report Share Posted August 4, 2017 When the mechanics and dealer employees are paid low wages that is what you can get poor quality people and service. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pics Posted August 4, 2017 Report Share Posted August 4, 2017 I do my own.. My truck and the wifes car cost $40 each using synthetic and hers uses the dexos..$28 and change for the synthetic dexos at Walmart. I don't trust the quick lube places and the dealers aren't much better. I like to drain the oil for about a half hour or until all the drips stop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sinker Posted August 4, 2017 Report Share Posted August 4, 2017 I had my tranny drained on a subaru forester once. I didn't even get out of the parking lot and I could hear it. Lucky for them. I got a free tranny flush out of it anyways...lol...idiots. S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Ironmaker Posted August 5, 2017 Report Share Posted August 5, 2017 When the mechanics and dealer employees are paid low wages that is what you can get poor quality people and service. Most aren't employees of the dealership. They are subs that get paid a flat rate for the job whether it takes the 1.5 hours the book says or 4. I do my own.. My truck and the wifes car cost $40 each using synthetic and hers uses the dexos..$28 and change for the synthetic dexos at Walmart. I don't trust the quick lube places and the dealers aren't much better. I like to drain the oil for about a half hour or until all the drips stop. I will also do my own after the 175,000 KM warranty is up. If you have it done from someone that isn't qualified according to GM, Ford or whoever you void your warranty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted August 5, 2017 Report Share Posted August 5, 2017 (edited) I'd love to see GM or Ford deny a warranty claim because you changed your own oil Nothing but a PR stunt to get you in for service (Which is where they make their $$$) Edited August 5, 2017 by BillM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Ironmaker Posted August 5, 2017 Report Share Posted August 5, 2017 They have few more lawyers than we do Bill, they win. Buddy next door has his motor blow on his mid life crissis Camaro 6 months new. He had to fight to get them to honor the warranty. They claimed he didn't break it in right, on board computer showed high RPM's before 10,000 km or some stupid thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garnet Posted August 5, 2017 Report Share Posted August 5, 2017 If you are buying new GM you should be negotiating in exacter oil changes, the most I've got is 6. Couple hats maybe a jacket or a shirt. That's why those sales rep are wearing those shirts. I go to jiffy lube an pull the hood and get and watch buddy take off the filter and watch the new one being installed. I can see buddy go get the synthetic. If buddy says you need a new plug and washer it's no charge Jiffy lube did it. I did plenty oil changes I just don't do them anymore. I've also showed my wife the process. She was mad in the beginning but takes great pleasure in knowing how to check level ect now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted August 5, 2017 Report Share Posted August 5, 2017 They have few more lawyers than we do Bill, they win. Buddy next door has his motor blow on his mid life crissis Camaro 6 months new. He had to fight to get them to honor the warranty. They claimed he didn't break it in right, on board computer showed high RPM's before 10,000 km or some stupid thing. That's just craziness man! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Posted August 5, 2017 Report Share Posted August 5, 2017 Didn't want to get into this thread but lot's of heresay and mis-information thrown around. I don't want to get into a debate on the state of the auto service industry but if anyone wants to ask a real question or in need an honest answer PM me. If I don't have answer I will find it for you.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Ironmaker Posted August 5, 2017 Report Share Posted August 5, 2017 Didn't want to get into this thread but lot's of heresay and mis-information thrown around. I don't want to get into a debate on the state of the auto service industry but if anyone wants to ask a real question or in need an honest answer PM me. If I don't have answer I will find it for you.. Is it such a secret you need to PM answers? Share your expertise with us. There are going to be scammers in each and every business out there, the auto service industry isn't the only one. We all remember the bad service but don't remember the good ones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manitoubass2 Posted August 5, 2017 Report Share Posted August 5, 2017 I remember the good one lol. Only guy I'll go to now. Prices are great and he's very reliable, great service too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aplumma Posted August 5, 2017 Report Share Posted August 5, 2017 Is it such a secret you need to PM answers? Share your expertise with us. There are going to be scammers in each and every business out there, the auto service industry isn't the only one. We all remember the bad service but don't remember the good ones. It is not a secret he doesn't want to argue with people. John has as much knowledge as Bernie and both of them have responded to P.M.s on my questions for years. There wealth of knowledge is amazing. Art Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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