So.Cal Mechanics Thread

[BatmannamtaB]

To all mechanics near me, Alhambra CA, can anyone hook me up / discount me a front windshield for a 2000 Honda Accord 2D?

[jhondayaaj]

Call all American glass company. Don't have their number, but look it up online, there should b one close to u.

[my 9t9d]

im getting water in my trunk peeps and i dont know were its comming from?
its not the trunk line, i used some weather sealer and it worked but i did notice that the bottom of the wheel wells silicone lining was kinda wet does anyone know if thats were it leaks? are there any shops that might help me with the problem? thanks

[bmxicansd]

im getting water in my trunk peeps and i dont know were its comming from?
its not the trunk line, i used some weather sealer and it worked but i did notice that the bottom of the wheel wells silicone lining was kinda wet does anyone know if thats were it leaks? are there any shops that might help me with the problem? thanks

its most likely your taillight gaskets. I suggest getting them from the dealer and change them out.

[my 9t9d]

its most likely your taillight gaskets. I suggest getting them from the dealer and change them out.

i replaced them and put on a weather strip from home depo it looks like it worked but now the right side of my ride is drenched like wow so i really dont know what up...

[bacal36]

Ok so my crank pulley broke... Ill post pics after I upload them.

The alternator belt flew off and caused the PS belt to come off as well.

So i was able to get the alternator belt back on and drove around with out power steering.

I replace the crank pulley with the accord one... dont know if I like that at all because I have the belt on the inner track... the accord is 6 rib and the prelude is 5 rib. In anycase when I turn on the a/c the belt starts to squeal. no biggie im not a big a/c fan... even during summer.

But I do have an issue with the PS now... the ps pump makes a whining noise, and when I turn the wheel it sounds horrible. Then the powersteering reservoir starts to over flow with the ps fluid. Seems like a lot of bubbles are there too.

Now I am just trying to figure out if its the pump? or the belt not on correctly? I have about 3/4" of play on the belt. Did me driving without PS help effect the pump and fluid in the system already?

Help socal mechanics!

Thanks,

Paul

[jhondayaaj]

the belt is too loose. but as for the pump reservoir bubbling, it may just need a power steering reseal or there's a leak somewhere causing air to get into the system.

[iwork4mycb7]

does anyone around LA have a CEL scaner?

[bmxicansd]

does anyone around LA have a CEL scaner?

just use a paper clip and count the blinks man..

[iwork4mycb7]

the thing is that when i turn the acc lghts the CEL light goes away, but once i start the car turns on after 2 or 3 sec, and ive tryed putting the paper clip in while the car is on but it dont trow me codes..

[Nurega]

I'm looking for an wheel alignment shop in the West LA area...one with honest mechanics and decent prices. My wheel alignment has been shot since lowering my car, and the old frame damage certainly doesn't help.

I was originally thinking of doing a "poor-man's alignment" by myself, but I know that I'd somehow end up with worse alignment than before.

Anyways, there are glowing reviews all over the internet for this place: Globe Tire and Motorsports, a family-owned shop. Does anyone have any recommendations for a shop in the West LA area, or will this place have to do? Thanks in advance!

[ikayto]

I'm looking for an wheel alignment shop in the West LA area...one with honest mechanics and decent prices. My wheel alignment has been shot since lowering my car, and the old frame damage certainly doesn't help.

I was originally thinking of doing a "poor-man's alignment" by myself, but I know that I'd somehow end up with worse alignment than before.

Anyways, there are glowing reviews all over the internet for this place: Globe Tire and Motorsports, a family-owned shop. Does anyone have any recommendations for a shop in the West LA area, or will this place have to do? Thanks in advance!

i'd recommend a lifetime alignment, but since you're tight on cash $50 is cheap! edit, just realized it's hella far ahha

whats up everyone, the majority of everyone here knows who I am and where I work. For all the NEW members Hi I'm Hugo (aka FAMOUS). well i am a manager for Firestone Complete Auto Care, and after some time i finally convinced my company to okay some set prices for all SCP members.

This is completely legit alot of the O.G. members and moderators including our founding father Aaron :smt023 will vouch for me. well with out any delay here are my deals.....

ALL BRIDGESTONE AND FIRESTONE TIRES WILL BE SOLD @ COST. (NO MARK UP)

Install Package is $13 Per Tire, That Includes:
* LIFETIME WHEEL BALANCE & ROTATION
* LIFETIME VALVE STEMS
* ROAD HAZZARD PROTECTION
* AND ALL STATE AND FEDERAL DISPOSAL FEES

LIFETIME ALIGNMENTS: $119.99

ONE TIME ALIGNMENTS: $49.99

BASIC BRAKES: $ 99.99
includes new pads and resurfacing of rotors, and 12 month/12k mile warranty

BEST PART
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SO HIT ME UP FOR YOUR PRICE.......BTW WE OFFER FINANCING ALSO

MY SHOP INFO:
Firestone Complete Auto Care Store
Store # 015768
9201 Central Ave
Montclair, CA 91763
(909) 624-9939
-OR-
P.M. Me

P.S. i just got transferred to a new location not to far away, but i posted up all the info above^^^ istart there saturday 5-29-10.

Thanks for all the support everyone.

[Nurega]

i'd recommend a lifetime alignment, but since you're tight on cash $50 is cheap! edit, just realized it's hella far ahha

oh, thanks Wilson! I never saw this. Like you said though, it's pretty far. I'll see about it.

[2.2litrebeater]

I just replaced the pads. rotors, and piston seals in my rear calipers and bled the rear brakes. Do I need to do anything else to adjust them? feels spongy and I have more brake pedal travel now.

[90accords]

I just replaced the pads. rotors, and piston seals in my rear calipers and bled the rear brakes. Do I need to do anything else to adjust them? feels spongy and I have more brake pedal travel now.

Probably bleed again and make sure you hit all 4 corners