mechanics tag
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Recommendations on chch mechanics? I have luckily not had to use a mechanic for ages but now need one!Can anyone recommend a good and reasonably priced mechanic in chch!thanks :) |
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Serious mechanics please. Right, so i have a 1998 subaru legacy GTB automatic (yes a ladies car), and its starting to lose its 'guts', ive had it for 3years, the o/d 153450 runs on petrol, however when im driving it the 'check engine' light comes on and it will sta... |
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Suzuki Swift. Would like hear what owners mechanics other posters think of the suzuki swift please advantages disadvantages cost Would like hear what owners / mechanics / other posters think of the Suzuki Swift please - Advantages / Disadvantages / costs to run. My current car - a 97 Rav (lovingly referred to as the "money sponge")has had alot of money spent on it over th... |
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Truck mechanics Hey. have an old commer truck that we would like to repair up, is there anyone on here from the wellington region that is able to have a look and give an honest opinion without putting through a full cof test - we aware of most of the problems, just need ... |
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Any invercargill mechanics working today or tomorrow able to diagnose worrying problem with 1998 hoinda crv ! |
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Any Chch mechanics open before New Year! I need a cambelt, water pump, fan assembly and so on done asap . This came off due to bearing collapse: http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/17/199155717_full.jpg which has now caused this to be wobbily and needing replacement: http://images.trademe.co... |
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Toyota mechanics help hi there ive just completed a cambelt ona 99 lexus/altezza 3sge engine timing is spot on but now it starts and idles but wont rev!ive double checked timing and computor show no codes any idea where to look next as it was apparantly running ok before,i nev... |
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Advice needed re mechanics Hubby took his automatic 4WD into a mechanic as it seemed to be getting stuck in 2nd. Mechanic replaced a part with a second hand part for around $250. A few days later the fault reappeared so took car back. Was advised that the part had probably failed, ... |
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Mechanics - whats your hourly rate? Hi Guys, I am doing a bit of a project at the moment and just wondered if you are a General Mechanic and you felt comfortable sharing your hourly charge out rate if you would mind doing so! Also your geographical area might be helpful as well. So for exam... |
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Any mechanics in levin That can help me do a clutch on a ford laser please ! |
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Mitsy mechanics! ive got a 98 l200 triton with the 4g64 motor,can you tell me if i have to strip the whole dash out to replace the heater core please |
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This is why mechanics love to deal with women http://www.youtube.com/watch!v=9FefIzya7fw&feature=related |
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How Much Mechanics to do this Give a mitsi l300 van 5 speed manuel 1996 a cambelt change and what ever else needs doing at 100,000kms! TIA |
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Outboard Mechanics ? Hi, can anyone explain to me if its easy to change the "Impeller" on a mid 80smariner 30hp please |
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Air compressor mechanics/whizzes in here I have bought a compressor & tank no motor or piping & want to pipe it up so when it comes up to pressure it will "freewheel"rather than shut the motor off, which saves the number of motor starts per hour, and means the motor will not st... |
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Any Mitsi Mechanics! I have a 96 Challenger and there is oil leak at the back of the motor. Looks like its up high because its running down around bell housing but I cant determine where its coming from - any ideas! 3L V6 Petrol |
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Wanting to take a lover.mechanics please apply! I am serious.I have the means.totally independent , I am a part time life model.i.e. not bad on the eye, want hot times with someone who would find it a pleasure to work on my little red sportscar. I would like to share prep and racing of car-keen to lear... |
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Mechanics/ people that do WOFs advise please. will try to explain this to the best of my ability as im not male lol ok so my car has no fog light switch on the inside, the people that had my car previously put a front bumper on that has just the clear covers for fog lights (if i had them). well the m... |
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Mechanics pricing inconsistency how can you justify $600 dollars before gst for installing a CV boot. Some kind of standards need to be put in in this country so pricing is more consistent across the board. I ring 1 place that quotes $300 and another quotes $1000 simply ridiculous. Ill ... |
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Mechanics - question please What makes of 4 door small cars are the most economical to run! What is the Mazda Lantis 1996 like for economy! |
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Mechanics out west auckland hi looking for good honest mechanic out west. any takers! |
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ATTN please Mechanics. recently got all new spark plugs, air filter and oil and filters replaced in our mits legnum, car was going fine before hand and now it shudders on accleration and the engine light is on. Any ideas on what is wrong! HELP |
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Gotta love mechanics they fix other peoples cars all day but dont look after there own. Took my car to garage, said it needed to be ready by 1pm which he said was fine. wasnt so he said i could borrow his own personal car (which was nice of him) but every time i turneda corne... |
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Help - Subaru wrx, Att: mechanics sounds like a bad coil |
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Our mechanics at work Yea yea funny the 1st time even tho it's seriously rigged |
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Any diesel mechanics on here we have a isuzu motorfor our bus. it idles good no smoke but once power is put on it has cloud of whitish smoke and misses. think it is fuel any ideas. isuzu BD1 is the motor. |
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Mechanics apprenticeship anyone know of any mechanics shops offering an apprenticeship |
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Quick Question (mechanics). Taking my car in for an EFI decarbon tomorrow. My car's idle is going too low/ fluctuating up and down during warm up. Will they clean the IAC valve and throttle body (which looks pretty dirty) during this clean up, or should I talk to the mechanic an... |
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Mechanics. The cork gasket on my gear box sump is stuffed.Should I leave it out in favour of red hi-temp rtv! |
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Female mechanics Your thoughts! |
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Performance Car Mechanics in Takanini/Papakura? Hi Guys i have an Mitsubishi Evo and instead of taking it so St HItec in sylvia park i'd like to find someone more local. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks Josh |
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Bmw mechanics To any bmw whizzes my son has just purchased a 2005 320i e90 sedan 4cyl he’s just had the orange over heat light come up and has just replaced the water pump thermostat second hand rad as he broke his second hand fan switch and temp sender switch but af... |
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Mechanics Prices Can I ask a question to you mechanics out there. I need to have a new clutch fitted to a 2wd ford ranger and have been quoted the job taking between 6-8 hours. I understand that they are being conservative but everywhere Ive read and wat |
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A qustion for qualified mechanics. Would you let your boss who knows nothing about working on cars,use your tools after hours without you being there ? Also do you lock your toolbox at the end of the day before heading home ? |
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Mobile mechanics Any suggestions for a good mobile mechanic please ? Yesterday car was going well, as usual, today ,started it but seems to be going on 3 cyl,s, and first start was noisey as well. maybe petrol filter, plugs, ? no mechanic here but need vehicle for hospita... |
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Any Car Mechanics around. Hi, I have a 1995 Nissan Primera. My mechanic replaced the upper link on the right side but I have a clunking noise coming from the front of the car. I have check the bolts he removed but found when you move the front wheels like you turning the corner le... |
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Question to any Mechanics here please. How long does it normally take, to take auto trans out of a car and put another one back in please. |
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Mechanics Please I have a Q about my FTO Is there a computer board or relay or some kind of electrical gadget that can only be accessed from up in behind the dash board and that you can get to, to look at with one of those flexi stem lights with a mirror on the end, from in behind the glove comp... |
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Ex-Toyota /Lexus mechanics working for themselves? I'm trying to find a competent and knowledgeable mechanic who has previously worked at any major Toyota/Lexus dealership in Auckland. Does anyone know of someone who fits the bill and has set up shop for themselves? I can supply all parts, I just need som... |
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Mechanics Hourly Rates? We are still (I think) at the lower ebb of the market at $69+ per hour, if you have seen lease prices in Chch lately you would be wondering how anyone survives? I would like to know what anyone else is charging or paying around NZ even? Had a client with ... |
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Old time mechanics.L200 carb issue Calling all the old timers for a bit of advice as to what might be causing what seems to be a flooding and/or overfueling issue in a 1990 L200 2.6 Astron. Symptoms are hard starting mostly when hot. Hold foot hard down and she winds over for a good 10 sec... |
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What will mechanics do when EV'S rule the market? Do they require similar maintenance to petrol engines or do auto sparkies take care of most of it? |
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Some mechanics https://www.facebook.com/Velocity/videos/1763153780386230/ Have way too much time & cash to spare |
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Diesel Mechanics Does anyone know of issues with the DPR system in the Hino 500 series ? |
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Mercedes Diesel Mechanics Christchurch I have a 2001 motorhome on a Mercedes Sprinter chassis Owned for 5 years has just click 300thu kms Faithfully serviced by a reputable dealership incl rebuilt injectors 3 months ago Very recently I was heading south to Central for a few days break, stopped... |
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VW mechanics west auckland I'm looking for a mechanic to service VW Beetle, West Auckland. (Possible replace cambelt too). Are there any European car specialists in West Auckland? Thanks |
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Launching a backyard mechanics directory What's with going from mr positive to mr negative - you having a bad month ? Cause trademe is an improvement - listing numbers on autotrader a joke compared to on here. The difference in traffic also follows suit. Can only imagine T & E just as weak. You ... |
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So, this mechanics invoice. Car needed brake pads, bushes and cv boot for a WOF.When asked, I was given an approximate prices of $200 for parts, plus 2, most 3 hourslabor I have no issue with the parts component of my account Long story short, there was a lot of swearing and tantrum... |
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Mechanics-Advice I've got a van. Drives perfectly. Can drive on the flat, temperature gauge never moves. Drive up a hill, temperature gauge rises. I've had my mechanic replace the "viscous fan" I still have the same problem. Could the replacement viscous... |
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Any peugeot mechanics here? problems again. So after replacing the clutch $800 later the squeaky grinding horribleness has gone. Yey! But this has been replaced with shuddering when the clutch bites. Seems to mostly be in first and second gear. Once I have speed up its fine. I'm not sure if the... |
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Any peugeot mechanics here? Having this same problem with my clutch. http://www.youtube.com/watch!v=CnEpF05r2HYlots of squeaky grinding horribleness. Says on the video title clutch bearing failure. Replaced clutch. My silly car had the clutch replaced by the old owners about 40k ago... |
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Ducati mechanics Christchrch who knows if there is a really really really good decent Duke mechanic in Christchurch, I have brought a Duke Super Sport (1988) so a tad older but a goodie and would like a decent mech who knows these types of bikes to service it for me. I know of the ch... |
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Mechanics grrrrrr! Approximately 1 yr ago I had my car fixed at my local mechanics, it was the car alarm immobiliser, immobilising the car when I removed my battery. Anyway I asked mechanics to disable the alarm completely as I had broken the remote for it. A few hundred do... |
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Nissan. Im having problems with my car its been to 2 mechanics 1 had it on a computer the other checked the motor but could find Im having problems with my car, its been to 2 mechanics, 1 had it on a computer the other checked the motor but could find nothing wrong. My car shudders like its going to stall which sometimes its does and its hard to start when it stalls, I was going ar... |
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Why don't mechanics tell u this head gasket test? If you suspect you have a blown head gasketdrive car until temp starts climbing and then turn heater on full . If the temp then starts to drop, you do not have a blown head gasket. Simple as that. |
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Any older mechanics or classic car enthusiasts. I have a challenge - I have a 3.5L rover, dizzy 35D8, GL63 points.I'm in the process of getting things up and running with a new vacuum advance and converting to electronic pickup.The kit I got is the same as one sold on trademe, and they say that I c... |
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Mechanics help This listing it says it woobles when it goes over 80k does this seem majorhttp://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx!id=529817599 |
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Diesel mechanics.help please? good morning all, i have a 93 isuzu forward truck, that we cant start.we have replaced both batteries and still no luck, when we turn the key the dash lights come up and we just get the click sound that you get when batteries are flat. we can however tow ... |
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Christchurch mechanics - older vehicles does anyone know a good mechanic in chch who specialises in older vehicles! i'm looking at buying an old commer and want to get a pre inspection done on it. |
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Mechanics please. opinion requested I need to purchase a car as my old one is going to cost too much to repair.Please may I ask your opinion on the following small cars that I am looking at.Great Wall Chery, Hyundai, Kia,toyota, Mitsi, honda.basicallyany small car.I am wanting to know what ... |
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Mitsy gurus ,mechanics ,ur thoughts Missus went check water yesdaybrings me rad cap its corroded inside bits missing im where rest so go look still in radiator managed get out with long nose pliers, it all corrodedbum all water left no sign antifreeze. So pop thermostat out ,it had it and r... |
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Mechanics in Auckland area. Hi Everyone can anyone recommend a mechanic that provides a good basic service (Oil change) at a good price, that do a good job! thanks :) |
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Mechanics-morality and ethics It all comes down to $.If the customer only wants a ptach presumably thats what the tradie will do.I've never actually seen a major oil leak but have seen lots of weeps.Surely a major leak means something is broken rather than worn. |
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Mechanics? Any idea what could be causing problems with this vehicle! Cheap Fix! Expensive Fix! http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/holden/auction-492737425.htm |
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Got the car back from the mechanics and. Hi guys, my missus got her car back today from the mechanics. (1993 Mazda Familia Interplay, auto). She took it in to get a leak fixed and when she got it back the trans shifts much more rougher that usual from 1st to 2nd and there is a high pitched whirr... |
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Any home based motobike mechanics in Matamata ? Doing up a Honda ct125 for kids and need some skilled help that wont cost me more than the bikes worth. Main issues no spark (think its due to wiring loom which I want ripped out) and stuck clutch |
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Mechanics - wanted quote but they did the work Re-posted from General. I took my dead car in to the mechanics and asked them to call and let me know what was wrong and how much it would cost. But . they just went ahead and fixed it. Had I known how much it would be I would have elected to not fix it, ... |
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Any mechanics OR owner of Peugeot 307 here? Help! Have to use my car tomorrow. The car's engline light is staying on.my manual is in Japanese! If you are a mechanic can you ps give me some idea of what it could be and if I can drive on it safely for about 30kms to get to nearest Peugeot dealer!... |
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Hourly labour charge when car at mechanics? Just wondering what the average mechanical hourly labour charge is. How much is yours and where are you from! Hubby's work is $105/hr and while we get a discount I'm wondering if we would be better to pay full price elsewhere if it's cheaper. ... |
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Help with mechanics please I have a mazda familiar 1998 with 137 000 kms on the clock - should I get the cam belt done, or run it into the ground! It will cost about $700.00. Ta I am single female, so no idea |
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Blenheim mechanics Any good suggestions as to who would do a pre-purchase check on a car! Im in Invercargill and wouldn't want to make the trip without having it inspected first. Nothing out of the ordinary about the vehicle so any mechanic worth paying would be able to... |
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Favourite mechanics? in the Manukau/Papakura area! that are really good and honest and cheap i want to change mechanics |
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Truck mechanics: will a Daihatsu Delta 1986 V58L motor fit into a 1984 Daihatsu Delta (V55L)! Our campervan needs a new motor and there's a 1986 truck on TM, so it might be worth buying it fir the motor, etc - if it fits! |
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1991 XR600 mechanics out there? Seems to have lost all compression,didnt make any nasty noises when she died,was idling away then faded out on me.Just removed baffles from the road legal cobra silencer,pretty much doubled the power.and now shes dead,thinkin maybe valves!cant be rings/pi... |
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Mechanics in here ford/holden your opinions Looking at Ford/Holden utes around 2000 to .2004 Falcons $2000 cheaper than Holdens, the old GMC/Ford thing I know |
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Hiring mechanics: what do you look for? I'm in the market for a new mechanic, I havent had a great run lately with workers. What do other guys in the trade look for when interviewing! I need someone who is fairly dynamic and outgoing, with a good work ethic too. Seems to be hard to find som... |
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Mechanics Seat I have to try and avoid kneeling in the workshop due to a broken knee cap, so are looking at Mechanics Seats. Does anyone use them! tried them! have an opinion! Look like this -http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/car-parts-accessories/tools-repair-kits/other/... |
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