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Seeking Mechanic
Hi All:
I have a 1994 Miata that I've had for the past 10 years. Ownership of
this car has been fabulous because it just about never gave me an
ounce of trouble... until last month. Last month I spent close to
$1000 on a tune up, new calipers, and a catalytic converter.
Then this past Saturday my clutch pedal suddenly went to the floor
with no resistance. I also had a puddle under the car, though the
reserve tank for the clutch was full. I deduced that it was probably
the slave cylinder that had failed.
On Monday morning, after failing to find someone to fix my car over
the weekend, I called a local repair shop. They have had my car all
week and have yet to even look at it to give me an estimate; but he
has told me that it will probably be a complicated repair, which makes
me nervous. Needless to say I am angry as heck but sort of stuck at
this point. I can't do the repair myself (not mechanically inclined)
and I've already had it towed to this place.
My question is, is there a way to look up mechanics, by zip code, that
deal with Miatas on a regular basis, or that specialize in Mazda
repairs. I want to secure a mechanic for future repairs and it sure as
hell won't be the one who is presently holding my car and life
hostage.
My zip code is 11754.
Thanks, in advance, for any guidance.
Hi All:
I have a 1994 Miata that I've had for the past 10 years. Ownership of
this car has been fabulous because it just about never gave me an
ounce of trouble... until last month. Last month I spent close to
$1000 on a tune up, new calipers, and a catalytic converter.
Then this past Saturday my clutch pedal suddenly went to the floor
with no resistance. I also had a puddle under the car, though the
reserve tank for the clutch was full. I deduced that it was probably
the slave cylinder that had failed.
On Monday morning, after failing to find someone to fix my car over
the weekend, I called a local repair shop. They have had my car all
week and have yet to even look at it to give me an estimate; but he
has told me that it will probably be a complicated repair, which makes
me nervous. Needless to say I am angry as heck but sort of stuck at
this point. I can't do the repair myself (not mechanically inclined)
and I've already had it towed to this place.
My question is, is there a way to look up mechanics, by zip code, that
deal with Miatas on a regular basis, or that specialize in Mazda
repairs. I want to secure a mechanic for future repairs and it sure as
hell won't be the one who is presently holding my car and life
hostage.
My zip code is 11754.
Thanks, in advance, for any guidance.
Re: Seeking Mechanic
In article
<d58cc24d-f50c-4bfb-8cf9-17c63503bc06@s19g2000prg.googlegroups,com >,
islndbreze@gmail,com wrote:
> My question is, is there a way to look up mechanics, by zip code, that
> deal with Miatas on a regular basis, or that specialize in Mazda
> repairs.
Not exactly, but if you search your regional forum at
http :// forum.miata,net /vb/index.php? or ask for a recommendation there
you should find what you need.
--
Lanny Chambers
St. Louis, MO
'94C
In article
<d58cc24d-f50c-4bfb-8cf9-17c63503bc06@s19g2000prg.googlegroups,com >,
islndbreze@gmail,com wrote:
> My question is, is there a way to look up mechanics, by zip code, that
> deal with Miatas on a regular basis, or that specialize in Mazda
> repairs.
Not exactly, but if you search your regional forum at
http :// forum.miata,net /vb/index.php? or ask for a recommendation there
you should find what you need.
--
Lanny Chambers
St. Louis, MO
'94C
Re: Seeking Mechanic
On Mar 5, 5:17 pm, Lanny Chambers <la...@hummingbirds,net > wrote:
> In article
> <d58cc24d-f50c-4bfb-8cf9-17c63503b...@s19g2000prg.googlegroups,com >,
>
> islndbr...@gmail,com wrote:
> > My question is, is there a way to look up mechanics, by zip code, that
> > deal with Miatas on a regular basis, or that specialize in Mazda
> > repairs.
>
> Not exactly, but if you search your regional forum at http :// forum.miata.net/vb/index.php?or ask for a recommendation there
> you should find what you need.
>
> --
> Lanny Chambers
> St. Louis, MO
> '94C
Thank you for your reply. I'll give it a shot :)
On Mar 5, 5:17 pm, Lanny Chambers <la...@hummingbirds,net > wrote:
> In article
> <d58cc24d-f50c-4bfb-8cf9-17c63503b...@s19g2000prg.googlegroups,com >,
>
> islndbr...@gmail,com wrote:
> > My question is, is there a way to look up mechanics, by zip code, that
> > deal with Miatas on a regular basis, or that specialize in Mazda
> > repairs.
>
> Not exactly, but if you search your regional forum at http :// forum.miata.net/vb/index.php?or ask for a recommendation there
> you should find what you need.
>
> --
> Lanny Chambers
> St. Louis, MO
> '94C
Thank you for your reply. I'll give it a shot :)
Re: Seeking Mechanic
On Mar 6, 1:14 pm, Genny <islndbr...@gmail,com > wrote:
> On Mar 5, 5:17 pm, Lanny Chambers <la...@hummingbirds,net > wrote:
>
> > In article
> > <d58cc24d-f50c-4bfb-8cf9-17c63503b...@s19g2000prg.googlegroups,com >,
>
> > islndbr...@gmail,com wrote:
> > > My question is, is there a way to look up mechanics, by zip code, that
> > > deal with Miatas on a regular basis, or that specialize in Mazda
> > > repairs.
>
> > Not exactly, but if you search your regional forum at http :// forum.miata,net /vb/index.php?orask for a recommendation there
> > you should find what you need.
>
> > --
> > Lanny Chambers
> > St. Louis, MO
> > '94C
>
> Thank you for your reply. I'll give it a shot :)
Then click on, "Actual Car information," then scroll down to "Mechanic
Files."
On Mar 6, 1:14 pm, Genny <islndbr...@gmail,com > wrote:
> On Mar 5, 5:17 pm, Lanny Chambers <la...@hummingbirds,net > wrote:
>
> > In article
> > <d58cc24d-f50c-4bfb-8cf9-17c63503b...@s19g2000prg.googlegroups,com >,
>
> > islndbr...@gmail,com wrote:
> > > My question is, is there a way to look up mechanics, by zip code, that
> > > deal with Miatas on a regular basis, or that specialize in Mazda
> > > repairs.
>
> > Not exactly, but if you search your regional forum at http :// forum.miata,net /vb/index.php?orask for a recommendation there
> > you should find what you need.
>
> > --
> > Lanny Chambers
> > St. Louis, MO
> > '94C
>
> Thank you for your reply. I'll give it a shot :)
Then click on, "Actual Car information," then scroll down to "Mechanic
Files."
Re: Seeking Mechanic
On Mar 5, 12:51 pm, islndbr...@gmail,com wrote:
> Hi All:
>
> I have a 1994 Miata that I've had for the past 10 years. Ownership of
> this car has been fabulous because it just about never gave me an
> ounce of trouble... until last month. Last month I spent close to
> $1000 on a tune up, new calipers, and a catalytic converter.
>
> Then this past Saturday my clutch pedal suddenly went to the floor
> with no resistance. I also had a puddle under the car, though the
> reserve tank for the clutch was full. I deduced that it was probably
> the slave cylinder that had failed.
>
> On Monday morning, after failing to find someone to fix my car over
> the weekend, I called a local repair shop. They have had my car all
> week and have yet to even look at it to give me an estimate; but he
> has told me that it will probably be a complicated repair, which makes
> me nervous. Needless to say I am angry as heck but sort of stuck at
> this point. I can't do the repair myself (not mechanically inclined)
> and I've already had it towed to this place.
>
> My question is, is there a way to look up mechanics, by zip code, that
> deal with Miatas on a regular basis, or that specialize in Mazda
> repairs. I want to secure a mechanic for future repairs and it sure as
> hell won't be the one who is presently holding my car and life
> hostage.
>
> My zip code is 11754.
>
> Thanks, in advance, for any guidance.
go to cartalk,com (Click and clack). On their site they have a place
where you can do that by zip code, very dependable, IMO
On Mar 5, 12:51 pm, islndbr...@gmail,com wrote:
> Hi All:
>
> I have a 1994 Miata that I've had for the past 10 years. Ownership of
> this car has been fabulous because it just about never gave me an
> ounce of trouble... until last month. Last month I spent close to
> $1000 on a tune up, new calipers, and a catalytic converter.
>
> Then this past Saturday my clutch pedal suddenly went to the floor
> with no resistance. I also had a puddle under the car, though the
> reserve tank for the clutch was full. I deduced that it was probably
> the slave cylinder that had failed.
>
> On Monday morning, after failing to find someone to fix my car over
> the weekend, I called a local repair shop. They have had my car all
> week and have yet to even look at it to give me an estimate; but he
> has told me that it will probably be a complicated repair, which makes
> me nervous. Needless to say I am angry as heck but sort of stuck at
> this point. I can't do the repair myself (not mechanically inclined)
> and I've already had it towed to this place.
>
> My question is, is there a way to look up mechanics, by zip code, that
> deal with Miatas on a regular basis, or that specialize in Mazda
> repairs. I want to secure a mechanic for future repairs and it sure as
> hell won't be the one who is presently holding my car and life
> hostage.
>
> My zip code is 11754.
>
> Thanks, in advance, for any guidance.
go to cartalk,com (Click and clack). On their site they have a place
where you can do that by zip code, very dependable, IMO
Re: Seeking Mechanic
i understand "angie's list" (,com ?) may be of use to you.
hth,
peter
i understand "angie's list" (,com ?) may be of use to you.
hth,
peter
Re: Seeking Mechanic
islndbreze@gmail,com wrote:
> Hi All:
>
> I have a 1994 Miata that I've had for the past 10 years. Ownership of
> this car has been fabulous because it just about never gave me an
> ounce of trouble... until last month. Last month I spent close to
> $1000 on a tune up, new calipers, and a catalytic converter.
>
> Then this past Saturday my clutch pedal suddenly went to the floor
> with no resistance. I also had a puddle under the car, though the
> reserve tank for the clutch was full. I deduced that it was probably
> the slave cylinder that had failed.
>
> On Monday morning, after failing to find someone to fix my car over
> the weekend, I called a local repair shop. They have had my car all
> week and have yet to even look at it to give me an estimate; but he
> has told me that it will probably be a complicated repair, which makes
> me nervous. Needless to say I am angry as heck but sort of stuck at
> this point. I can't do the repair myself (not mechanically inclined)
> and I've already had it towed to this place.
>
> My question is, is there a way to look up mechanics, by zip code, that
> deal with Miatas on a regular basis, or that specialize in Mazda
> repairs. I want to secure a mechanic for future repairs and it sure as
> hell won't be the one who is presently holding my car and life
> hostage.
>
> My zip code is 11754.
>
> Thanks, in advance, for any guidance.
i understand "angie's list" (,com ?) may be of use to you.
hth,
peter
islndbreze@gmail,com wrote:
> Hi All:
>
> I have a 1994 Miata that I've had for the past 10 years. Ownership of
> this car has been fabulous because it just about never gave me an
> ounce of trouble... until last month. Last month I spent close to
> $1000 on a tune up, new calipers, and a catalytic converter.
>
> Then this past Saturday my clutch pedal suddenly went to the floor
> with no resistance. I also had a puddle under the car, though the
> reserve tank for the clutch was full. I deduced that it was probably
> the slave cylinder that had failed.
>
> On Monday morning, after failing to find someone to fix my car over
> the weekend, I called a local repair shop. They have had my car all
> week and have yet to even look at it to give me an estimate; but he
> has told me that it will probably be a complicated repair, which makes
> me nervous. Needless to say I am angry as heck but sort of stuck at
> this point. I can't do the repair myself (not mechanically inclined)
> and I've already had it towed to this place.
>
> My question is, is there a way to look up mechanics, by zip code, that
> deal with Miatas on a regular basis, or that specialize in Mazda
> repairs. I want to secure a mechanic for future repairs and it sure as
> hell won't be the one who is presently holding my car and life
> hostage.
>
> My zip code is 11754.
>
> Thanks, in advance, for any guidance.
i understand "angie's list" (,com ?) may be of use to you.
hth,
peter
