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#222 of 275 Re: To find a good mechanic [tankbeans] by shallowthinker Jan 07, 2009 (7:57 am)
Replying to: tankbeans (Jan 06, 2009 6:43 pm) To me, those 30k and 60k dealer service checks are mostly a waste of money. Sure, change the air filter, plugs, oil etc... that are manufacturer guidelines but I push back on the other fifty things. Think about it. Inspecting your brake pads is already done if you are asking them to rotate your tires. All those visual checks on the 30k or 60k service are getting done every time your car is in their shop. It's not hard to stand firm when they pitch that $500 service but it helps my piece of mind to have the manufacturer's list of recommendations.   The other alternative is to build a relationship with an independent mechanic. I have two local shops that specailize in Honda staffed with former dealer mechanics. You pay comparable labor costs but they tend to tell you things like ".. those pads have another 5k miles on them" and not that your battery is two years old so you better change it. Replies to this message: mikefm58 (Jan 07, 2009 10:14 am) tankbeans (Jan 07, 2009 4:23 pm)
#223 of 275 Re: To find a good mechanic [shallowthinker] by mikefm58 Jan 07, 2009 (10:14 am)
Replying to: shallowthinker (Jan 07, 2009 7:57 am) All good advice. I'd even add to follow the maintenance schedule outlined in your owner's manual making sure you do things that say "replace xxx filter or oil/fluid" but let things slide like "retorque propellor shaft bolt" and as the previous poster already mentioned "inspect brake pads". Replies to this message: tankbeans (Jan 07, 2009 4:23 pm)
#224 of 275 Re: To find a good mechanic [mikefm58] by tankbeans Jan 07, 2009 (4:23 pm)
Replying to: mikefm58 (Jan 07, 2009 10:14 am) Thanks for all the advice. I know Mr. Host person, wrong forum , I do have some things that I want checked soon. I know I'm no where near close enough for a full tune up and fluid changes. Probably brake fluid. I'm sure it hasn't been done yet. 60k since new. I'm responsible for 24k of them. Just trying to save money.   I know I've always been more comfortable with my dealer. They charge about $100/hr for labor, or around the same thing as most indies charge and they only look at Honda's website rather than having shop standards for time and distance before X has to be done. If I'm confusing sorry. The only thing they wanted me to do was get my drive belt done, I know I have a timing chain, but the belt looked okay to me. I said no thanks and moved on.   Having no money is an effective way to avoid getting screwed in those situations.
#225 of 275 Timing Belt by Kellbone Jan 08, 2009 (6:22 pm)
What's the feeling about replacing the timing belt on my 2003 Accord EX-L V6 at 107K miles? Is it really necessary at that interval. About 90% of those miles were on the open road. thanks. Replies to this message: mikefm58 (Jan 08, 2009 8:29 pm) thegraduate (Jan 08, 2009 8:39 pm) xmech (Jan 23, 2009 10:13 pm) hondalvr1 (Jan 27, 2009 10:16 am)
#226 of 275 Honda America Financing by Kellbone Jan 08, 2009 (6:25 pm)
Anyone know of any special financing for purchasing a new 2009 Accord Sedan through Honda? Will they budge off the 3.9% they tout for an excellent credit score? Thanks. Other comments I have read from other owners on other details have been very helpful. Replies to this message: rgathright (Jan 20, 2009 4:51 pm)
#227 of 275 Re: Timing Belt [Kellbone] by mikefm58 Jan 08, 2009 (8:29 pm)
Replying to: Kellbone (Jan 08, 2009 6:22 pm) Check your owner's manual. On my 99 CRV, it said 7yrs/105K miles to change the timing belt. That's not a maintenance item to let slide.
#228 of 275 Re: Timing Belt [Kellbone] by thegraduate Jan 08, 2009 (8:39 pm)
Replying to: Kellbone (Jan 08, 2009 6:22 pm) 2003-2007 Honda Accord Maintenance and Repair Forum
#229 of 275 Re: Honda America Financing [Kellbone] by rgathright Jan 20, 2009 (4:51 pm)
Replying to: Kellbone (Jan 08, 2009 6:25 pm) I am in the upper tier of credit score and got 1.9% for 36 months on 1/2/2009.   The car is certainly a more economical option than the 2009 Toyota Prius. Dealers would only budge $1,000 off the sticker for any car. I was able to get over $4500 off the sticker on this car. If you want to find out how my 2009 Honda Accord 2.4L EX-L is working for me view the review I published here: Epinions - 2009 Honda Accord Sedan Review
#230 of 275 Re: Timing Belt [Kellbone] by xmech Jan 23, 2009 (10:13 pm)
Replying to: Kellbone (Jan 08, 2009 6:22 pm) Most people I know who have disregarded replacing the timing belt at the necessary interval have regretted it. Some going over by perhaps 2000 miles. And when the belt goes, depending on the engine, so do valves, sensors, etc....   Like Nike, just do it! Replies to this message: hondalvr1 (Jan 27, 2009 10:16 am)
#231 of 275 Re: Timing Belt [xmech] by hondalvr1 Jan 27, 2009 (10:16 am)
Replying to: xmech (Jan 23, 2009 10:13 pm) It is not a freewheeling engine. If the timing belt breaks ppistons collide with valves, etc. and the engine is ruined. Had a Dodge Intrepid with SOHC V6 with freewheeling engine - timing belt broke at 34,000 miles - no engine damage,

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