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Galway car mechanic needed

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  • #152
    GALWAYINDOOR
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 301 ✭✭GALWAYINDOOR


    hi there
    just wondered if anyone knows of any deals to get a car serviced and recommendations of places im in the city centre
    thanks


  • #153
    factual lies
    Registered Users Posts: 120 ✭✭factual lies


    theres a fella in menlo that services cars for E60. He is just out past crestwood on the left hand side as you turn the first bend.


  • #154
    sentient_6
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,780 ✭✭✭sentient_6


    factual lies wrote: »
    theres a fella in menlo that services cars for E60. He is just out past crestwood on the left hand side as you turn the first bend.

    Guess it depends whether he's looking for an irish ara sure it will be grand 'service', or an actual real service. I imagine that 60 is just for oil & filter, which falls under the former.


  • #155
    biko
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 81,220 ✭✭✭✭biko


    The most common service is oil/filter, this is always done. Often the air filter is done too and sometimes the spark plugs are changed.

    This is something you can do yourself or get a mechanic to do. Ring 4 places in this thread and ask what they charge and what oil they use (you need to know what oil you should have or just tell them what make/year the car is).
    Check coolant level - if it's low top up with pure coolant, not water.


  • #156
    mustang01
    Registered Users Posts: 73 ✭✭mustang01


    be very weary of any garage offering a cheap service, it was ok years back where you could throw chip oil into a car and the engine would stay going but these days engines are so highly tuned and such low tolerences that it is really important that the correct oil etc is used. just for the oil alone in some mainstream cars will cost 50plus euros ! crazy money i know but better that paying few thousand down da road when engine starts giving trouble !


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  • #157
    galwayrush
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,815 ✭✭✭✭galwayrush


    The quality of the oil is vital in engine performance, of course i learned the hard expensive way...


  • #158
    rubywoo
    Registered Users Posts: 37 ✭rubywoo


    Car failed the NCT just before xmas, the chassis/underbody is 'extensively corroded'. I need to have the car retested by January 21st - can anyone recommend anyone? Preferably in the Connemara/Galway city area.
    Many thanks!


  • #159
    ladhrann
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 445 ✭✭ladhrann


    rubywoo wrote: »
    Car failed the NCT just before xmas, the chassis/underbody is 'extensively corroded'. I need to have the car retested by January 21st - can anyone recommend anyone? Preferably in the Connemara/Galway city area.
    Many thanks!

    Brendan Dowling on St. Enda's Road in Shantalla did the welding for my Corsa, as it failed the NCT on the same grounds. And it got the retest. Most garages wouldn't touch it, and the price included coming back after the test to have the welds treated with red oxide to stop corrosion on the welds.


  • #160
    rubywoo
    Registered Users Posts: 37 ✭rubywoo


    That's great - thanks for the tip!


  • #161
    Doom
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 2,381 ✭✭✭Doom


    Hi, can someone recommend a car garage for services, on the east side of the city please, money is tight but still want quality, pm if you like, thanks


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  • #162
    biko
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 81,220 ✭✭✭✭biko


    Merged into main mechanic thread. Have a look in here.


  • #163
    cooperguy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,650 ✭✭✭cooperguy


    I was hoping somebody could point me in the right direction. I have discovered a tyre on my car is flat. I dont have a spare wheel I can use to get the car to a garage.

    Is there a place that wont charge a fortune to come out and do the repair. I rang Advance Pitstop and they told me it would cost €50 to get my car brought to the garage (even though I live on the Headford road!) Any help appreciated!


  • #164
    baldshin
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,382 ✭✭✭baldshin


    Just take off the wheel and bring it in on it's own? Get a cab or something?
    I had a flat last week and brought it out to Kieran Farrell tires in Ballybane and the guy in there repaired the puncture (a screw stuck in the tire) as well as putting the wheel back on for me for 10euro!


  • #165
    StonedRaider
    Registered Users Posts: 450 ✭✭StonedRaider


    check your insurance policy to see if you have free punture repairs. I know Axa do


  • #166
    tphase
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,162 ✭✭✭tphase


    inflate it with a footpump or minicompressor. if the puncture is slow, you'll be able to drive it to the garage

    (and get yourself a spare....:D)


  • #167
    cooperguy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,650 ✭✭✭cooperguy


    I dont know why I didnt think of that! I rang and its all sorted, thanks for the help!


  • #168
    Mr Man
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 187 ✭✭Mr Man


    Anyone recommend someone who is good with Fiats?

    My wife's Punto needs a few things done: timing belt, brakes and something up with the steering.

    (it is still drivable at the moment!)


  • #169
    12 element
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 719 ✭✭✭12 element


    Does anyone know if any mechanics around Galway have emission testing equipment?


  • #170
    mustang01
    Registered Users Posts: 73 ✭✭mustang01


    most the garages in galway have emission testing equiptment, also a lot of exhaust centres have it aswell, get golden pages and make a few calls and get prices !


  • #171
    oddsoxrocks
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 42 ✭oddsoxrocks


    Hello - Can anyone recommend a good (cheap) mechanic in Galway City / Salthill preferably a private guy or small garage? Basically I need to get the exhaust mig welded on a VW Polo 2005 & some other small jobs done.

    Thanks


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  • #172
    skwinty
    Registered Users Posts: 137 ✭✭skwinty


    Hi guys,

    Just wondering does anyone know of the best deals in and around the city when it comes to car servicing??

    Mine's up for an NCT in a few weeks and don't want to be paying over the odds for a service.

    Any help is greatly appreciated!


  • #173
    biko
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 81,220 ✭✭✭✭biko


    It depends on what you need done but any mechanic can do a service (if you mean the usual oil, filter, plugs) so check with a few close to you and go with whoever seems best.

    These guys charge 79 for basic

    If you want extra cheap then DIY is the way to go.
    I supervised my girlfriend doing her first car service a while back and it went well so DIY service is easier than you think.


  • #174
    skwinty
    Registered Users Posts: 137 ✭✭skwinty


    cheers!!

    i'm not quite confident enough to do my own servicing just yet!! :)


  • #175
    dev2
    Registered Users Posts: 19 ✭dev2


    Mobile mechanics seem to do good value servicing! I don't think you can check over a car properly lying under it outside someones house or workplace!


  • #176
    Das Kitty
    Moderators, Arts Moderators Posts: 17,231 Mod ✭✭✭✭Das Kitty


    Scraped the side of my car along the pillar of the estate last night avoiding a car conveniently driving in the middle of the road. :(

    Can anyone recommend somewhere to get it sorted? It's a small bit dented but mostly scraped.

    We live on the west of the city, but I work on the east so either side would be good (and probably preferable to town, but I don't discount town either)

    Thanks in advance!


  • #177
    Peter C
    Registered Users Posts: 121 ✭✭Peter C


    N&N Autobody Repairs in Moycullen, 091-xxx Used them in the past, very professional.


  • #178
    Das Kitty
    Moderators, Arts Moderators Posts: 17,231 Mod ✭✭✭✭Das Kitty


    That's probably a bit far out for me, but I'll keep them in mind all the same.

    Thanks!


  • #179
    Acidflash
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,228 ✭✭✭Acidflash


    Westwide are pretty good. They are in the Ballybane Industrial Estate.


  • #180
    ratracer
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,314 ✭✭✭ratracer


    I used Westwide a few years ago and they were very good. Frank Byrnes in Oranmore is excellent, used him twice in the last year.


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  • #181
    Fey!
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,183 ✭✭✭Fey!


    N&N and Frank Byrnes are both excellent. I'd happily recommend either one.


  • #182
    zarquon
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,734 ✭✭✭zarquon


    Another recommendation here for westside in ballybane industrial estate, professional service and reasonable rates.


  • #183
    baldshin
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,382 ✭✭✭baldshin


    Car failed the NCT on emissions (leaking exhaust), loosely mounted starter motor and airbag bulb not coming on at all, can anyone recommend somewhere that could sort all three for a decent price?


  • #184
    biko
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 81,220 ✭✭✭✭biko


    ladhrann wrote: »
    Brendan Dowling on St. Enda's Road in Shantalla
    Is Brendan still working? Phone number on site isn't connecting, I'might swing by later but I have an inkling he's retired now? Website still up though.


  • #185
    Sappa
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 885 ✭✭✭Sappa


    Looking to get my timing belt/water pump and tracking done on the car.
    I haven't had much luck finding a decent garage in Galway,past experiences have left me feeling ripped off.
    Could anyone kindly recommend a decent garage that won't try and chance there arm and give a fair price.
    Thanks


  • #186
    sgthighway
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,545 ✭✭✭sgthighway


    I always recommend James Connolly out beside the Airport.
    Big thread here on mechanics in galway;

    http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?p=54867628


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  • #187
    SalteeDog
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 450 ✭✭SalteeDog


    I've been using Burbridge motors in Lisobaun for about 10 years. No complaints.


  • #188
    whatlliwear
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,050 ✭✭✭whatlliwear


    Farrells in Woodquay are good.. I had my timing belt changed there last year.. No complaints.


  • #189
    irishlady29
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 468 ✭✭irishlady29


    O'Farrells in Knocknacarra across from the Spinnaker are as honest as the day is long. Charge very fairly and don't try to screw ya either.
    Defo would recommend them


  • #190
    jkforde
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,009 ✭✭✭jkforde


    try Brendan Dowling in Shantalla, esp. if it's an older car, he's not mad keen on the newer 'black box' cars

    🌦️ 6.7kwp, 45°, SSW, mid-Galway 🌦️

    "Since I no longer expect anything from mankind except madness, meanness, and mendacity; egotism, cowardice, and self-delusion, I have stopped being a misanthrope." Irving Layton



  • #191
    biko
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 81,220 ✭✭✭✭biko


    Merged with the massive mechanics thread.

    Btw, I tried ringing Brendan several times a while back but couldn't get through, he still operating?


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  • #192
    jkforde
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,009 ✭✭✭jkforde


    biko wrote: »
    Btw, I tried ringing Brendan several times a while back but couldn't get through, he still operating?

    he took a break from it for a while but he's back in action alright

    🌦️ 6.7kwp, 45°, SSW, mid-Galway 🌦️

    "Since I no longer expect anything from mankind except madness, meanness, and mendacity; egotism, cowardice, and self-delusion, I have stopped being a misanthrope." Irving Layton



  • #193
    Contradirony
    Registered Users Posts: 9 ✭Contradirony


    biko wrote: »
    Amhran Nua just mentioned Mileage tyres there.
    You can also use Galway Car Service across from the NCT place (mind they never finish the job on time, if they say 30 mins expect 1 hour).

    I'd avoid Mileage Tyres - went to them for a pre-NCT test last week and they said I'd fail if I didn't fix something that'd cost €230. I was suspicious and decided to wait until after the NCT to be sure. Turned out I was right - passed my NCT last night, no probs.


  • #194
    _Whimsical_
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,958 ✭✭✭_Whimsical_


    I know I should be able to do it myself but I have no idea how and I don't have time to learn by tomorrow. Is there anywhere on the west side of the city that will do it?

    Thank you for any help.


  • #195
    biko
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 81,220 ✭✭✭✭biko


    I can show you how to do it but tbh you can just watch these videos and see how it's done.
    This is something you can do anywhere - I do it on my car in front of my house every few weeks or so.
    If you can open the bonnet and have some paper napkins, you have all you need to check. There is no learning curve.

    If you do need any oil or coolant, we can get to that in step 2 :)

    And inspect your lights

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_IbK6flCqfk


    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vEdtHZwLKZ8


  • #196
    _Whimsical_
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,958 ✭✭✭_Whimsical_


    Thanks Biko, I'll give it a shot anyway. Me looking under the bonnet of a car will certainly be a novelty for the neighbours :)


  • #197
    gaillimhabu
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 546 ✭✭✭gaillimhabu


    Looking to get heater fixed as takes half an hr to feel some warm air. Not good with the cold weather setting in.
    Preferably in the Tuam area. If not anywhere around Ballybrit


  • #198
    biko
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 81,220 ✭✭✭✭biko


    _Whimsical_ wrote: »
    Thanks Biko, I'll give it a shot anyway. Me looking under the bonnet of a car will certainly be a novelty for the neighbours :)
    Give it a shot, or PM and I can pop by tomorrow. I'm out and about anyway.
    gaillimhabu wrote: »
    Looking to get heater fixed as takes half an hr to feel some warm air. Not good with the cold weather setting in.
    Preferably in the Tuam area. If not anywhere around Ballybrit
    In Ballyban there's Galway Radiator Services, I was told they're good but haven't been there myself.
    Are you sure there's an issue and not just low on coolant? Have you topped up and it kept leaking?


  • #199
    gaillimhabu
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 546 ✭✭✭gaillimhabu


    biko wrote: »
    In Ballyban there's Galway Radiator Services, I was told they're good but haven't been there myself.
    Are you sure there's an issue and not just low on coolant? Have you topped up and it kept leaking?

    Yeah that was the original problem about a year ago when the coolant kept leaking. I had to replace the thermostat housing. It doesn't leak anymore and the coolant is at the correct level. Only getting around to trying to fix the heater issue now with the cold weather coming in


  • #200
    2rkehij30qtza5
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,476 ✭✭✭2rkehij30qtza5


    We go to a guy called Dave Fallon in Craughwell. We have found he is well worth the trip out there, charges very reasonable rates and does a top notch job. I'd say google to get his number. He has a great set-up out there.


  • #201
    _Whimsical_
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,958 ✭✭✭_Whimsical_


    biko wrote: »
    Give it a shot, or PM and I can pop by tomorrow. I'm out and about anyway.

    Thanks Biko. That has to be one of the most generous things I've encountered on boards. I think I managed to do it ok today thanks to the video... I think! I really appreciated the offer and the help. :)


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