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Galway car mechanic needed

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  • #202
    pleasant Co.
    Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 7,411 Mod ✭✭✭✭pleasant Co.


    Hey all, I need to get the tracking done on an 05 focus first and foremost, secondary to that is i'd like to get the car serviced before it's NCT in january. Any thoughts on this?


  • #203
    dev2
    Registered Users Posts: 19 ✭dev2


    Hey maybe get it checked over first before you do the tracking. Just in case it needs anything


  • #204
    biko
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 81,220 ✭✭✭✭biko


    Mactard wrote: »
    Hey all, I need to get the tracking done on an 05 focus first and foremost, secondary to that is i'd like to get the car serviced before it's NCT in january. Any thoughts on this?
    Book NCT asap if you haven't yet. Mine was due in January but I got it tested a few days ago, it passed.
    I will now celebrate with a service DIY and a wax sealant for winter :)

    Tracking is about 40 or so in various places around town but wait until after NCT in case they fail you on wishbones or bushings in which case you need to get tracking done again after they been fixed. Unless tracking is way off and you need it fixed pronto.

    Advanced Pitstop has free pre-NCT you can avail of, just don't get anything fixed until NCT have had their say too (unless it's obvious like broken bulbs and such).


  • #205
    Col200sx
    Registered Users Posts: 1,728 ✭✭✭Col200sx


    Has anybody a recommendation for a mechanic to fit a clutch kit and flywheel to a Skoda Octavia VRS 1.8T?

    I'll be supplying the clutch, so they won't have to.


  • #206
    biko
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 81,220 ✭✭✭✭biko


    Try Western Gearbox Centre on Tuam Rd, I was there about something else and they were reasonable then. Ask about bringing own parts, many mechanics aren't too keen on this in case there are issues later. But it doesn't hurt to ask.


  • #207
    Col200sx
    Registered Users Posts: 1,728 ✭✭✭Col200sx


    biko wrote: »
    Try Western Gearbox Centre on Tuam Rd, I was there about something else and they were reasonable then. Ask about bringing own parts, many mechanics aren't too keen on this in case there are issues later. But it doesn't hurt to ask.

    Never even heard of them. Don't seem to have a website though, but found their number.

    Ya I know the exact clutch/flywheel I'll be supplying so that's not an issue, but I know some aren't happy to "fit parts they don't supply themselves".


  • #208
    biko
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 81,220 ✭✭✭✭biko


    Yeah, because if something breaks 3 months down the road it's hard to say if it was the labour or the part that wasn't right.
    Shop around, I know some mechanics are happy to fit supplied parts.


  • #209
    dev2
    Registered Users Posts: 19 ✭dev2


    Just be wary of free pre NCT checks. They're a marketing ploy to get people in!


  • #210
    pleasant Co.
    Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 7,411 Mod ✭✭✭✭pleasant Co.


    right well booked my nct for tomorrow, i'd like to book a place to get the tracking, and maybe more (probably just the tracking) done tomorrow. Advance Pitstop do tracking for €45 but I don't really want to go there, so where would people recommend?


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  • #211
    biko
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 81,220 ✭✭✭✭biko


    Francis in Clonboo but that's outside of town. Or ring a few places in the golden pages.


  • #212
    deisedude
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,921 ✭✭✭deisedude


    I need a mechanic or more likely bodyshop in Galway thats open today. Scratched my car off a wall and need it sprayed ASAP. can anyone help?


  • #213
    biko
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 81,220 ✭✭✭✭biko


    N&N Autobody in Moycullen.
    Info and more suggestions here


  • #214
    RedPeppers
    Registered Users Posts: 606 ✭✭✭RedPeppers


    Hi,

    Does anyone know of any garages in the Galway city area that open late, say until 7/8pm?

    Thanks
    Red Peppers


  • #215
    biko
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 81,220 ✭✭✭✭biko


    Try ringing some of the indys mentioned in this thread. I don't know anyone by heart open that late but some will do evenings by appointment.


  • #216
    Unrealistic
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,300 ✭✭✭Unrealistic


    biko wrote: »
    N&N Autobody in Moycullen.
    Info and more suggestions here
    Thanks for that recommendation. Had my car done there this week. Happy with quality and price.


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  • #217
    dev2
    Registered Users Posts: 19 ✭dev2


    Hi there. I do some evening work by appointment.


  • #218
    deisedude
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,921 ✭✭✭deisedude


    Unrealistic wrote: »
    Thanks for that recommendation. Had my car done there this week. Happy with quality and price.

    Brilliant quality and good price. Definitely going back.


  • #219
    Gal2011
    Registered Users Posts: 109 ✭✭Gal2011


    Hi there, I was on route from Dublin to Galway and about 5 mins from Galway on the motorway my windscreen wipers stopped working completely and will not move. It was like the wind affected them but I was wondering if any mechanic that is available today to look at it fix the problem hopefully as I need it done by tomorrow????


  • #220
    Birroc
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,070 ✭✭✭Birroc


    Anyone know any car maintenance places like Advance or Quick Fit open tomorrow (Xmas Eve)?


  • #221
    biko
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 81,220 ✭✭✭✭biko


    www.advancepitstop.com/home/advance-pitstop-galway.218.html
    is closed Sundays as is most/all mechanics today. Might be open tomorrow.


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  • #222
    Gal2011
    Registered Users Posts: 109 ✭✭Gal2011


    Yes I wonder if there are any garages open tomorrow Christmas Eve as I need to get the Wipers fixed. I have rang a couple of garage numbers hoping they would have their opening hours for Xmas on a voicemail but none of them do??


  • #223
    biko
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 81,220 ✭✭✭✭biko


    Sometimes the linkage unhooks and can be fixed easily DIY.
    You can start a thread in Mechanics DIY forum if you want to give a go yourself.
    You'll need to say what make the car is, year etc. Does the wiper motor still make noise even though the wipers do not move?
    Could be the fuse if this isn't the case.


  • #224
    HappyDancer
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 54 ✭✭HappyDancer


    Hi,

    I have a car which needs two electric related pieces of work done to it. I've gone to a city based garage over the last year, have had parts replaced and now have gone again within 12 months. There was also a lot of work done on my behalf to source the parts which the garage was slow to take up on at the time and which leaves me a little hesitant to return to them for the latest repair. They relate to the electric window and the heating system with a Saab 93 (2004). Any recommendations for garages/car electrics specialists who have know how and access to these type of electrical repairs? Kinda stuck for Galway options as Cunningham Higgins are off the scene.....

    Cheers


  • #225
    dan hibiki
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 421 ✭✭dan hibiki


    try gus in liosbaun, across from the golf shop. used to be called galway tyre centre, beside woodcut. if he cant help, he knows who can.


  • #226
    biko
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 81,220 ✭✭✭✭biko


    Perhaps the audio guy in Ballyban Ind Est can help but tbh you should look for SAAB indys around the country to make sure you get someone who knows these cars inside out.

    www.google.ie/search?q=SAAB+indys+site:boards.ie


  • #227
    goat.sniffer
    Registered Users Posts: 46 ✭goat.sniffer


    Hey guys. Can anyone recommend a decent place to get a basic service done and maybe do a bit of work with the exhaust as well.

    Cheers


  • #228
    biko
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 81,220 ✭✭✭✭biko


    You can do a service yourself and save some money. Otherwise there's many mechanics mentioned in this thread.


  • #229
    Arnold Layne
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 976 ✭✭✭Arnold Layne


    Looking for a mechanic to replace the cigarette light socket in a Skoda Octavia. I don't want to get ripped off either. Does anyone know the typical cost for this?


  • #230
    dev2
    Registered Users Posts: 19 ✭dev2


    Hey Arnold. It's not a big job. I'm an independent mechanic. I can check it out sometime


  • #231
    HappyDancer
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 54 ✭✭HappyDancer


    Cheers Biko / Dan for the recommendations


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  • #232
    bedubaya
    Registered Users Posts: 54 ✭✭bedubaya


    In a bit of an annoying situation with my Car/Mechanic at the minute.

    About 2 months ago my car broke down- Had to get it towed to the mechanic near where I live in Furbo, galway. He said it was the timing belt that went, and that there hadnt been any damage to the engine. So he ended up having to replace the timing belt, pump, Pulley and gaskets. Cost about 600 euro for all that, and he had the car for over 3 weeks.

    Then about 2 weeks after I got the car back it broke down again. Had it towed back to the same guy. He said that all the parts he put in were fine, but the bolt that holds it all in had been sheered off. This was around Christmas so he said it would be around the 27th or so before he could check what damage had actually been done.
    This time when it broke down it had done a lot of damage. He said most of the valves in the engine had bent, Head gasket was gone, and the whole engine had lost pressure. Then he said he would have to wait to hear from scrapyards when he could get the parts and how much they would be.
    He said he would try and keep the labor cost minimal because he just gave me back the car, so he then gave me a quote of approx 300 euro for the new parts.

    All this I was expecting, but since I sent the car back to him the second time he has had it for nearly a month and a half!

    Every time i ring him he says 'Oh sorry I got the wrong parts the first time so im waiting to get the correct ones'. Every other time i ring him he'll say 'it will be ready tomorrow and I'll give you a call when its done'. He's been saying the same thing pretty much every other day for about 3 weeks of the time he's had it.
    I told him at the start of this week that I need it by friday at the absolute latest, and of course he said it would be done before then. So on friday I tried ringing him but his phone was off all day.
    Rang him this morning (saturday) and he said he found another part that needed to be replaced (the rocker?) and that he has been in scrapyards yesterday and this morning looking for them with no luck. So he says it will be monday before I get it.

    Anybody else ever have problems like this? I know im cursed when it comes to cars, but this is ridiculous!
    I was thinking of calling him on monday and telling him that if its not ready the next day for me that i will send a tow truck to collect it and not pay him anything.

    Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

    (sorry for the long winded post!)


  • #233
    biko
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 81,220 ✭✭✭✭biko


    Was the broken bolt a part supplied by him or already in the car?
    Tbh, this is more a consumer issue than anything.

    What make/year is car?


  • #234
    bedubaya
    Registered Users Posts: 54 ✭✭bedubaya


    Was already in the car is what he said.
    Its a 2004 Citroen Berlingo Multispace.


  • #235
    Mick0
    Registered Users Posts: 62 ✭✭Mick0


    bedubaya wrote: »
    Was already in the car is what he said.
    Its a 2004 Citroen Berlingo Multispace.

    Tell him straight, you're at the end of your tether... You could try to get him to commit to lending you a replacement vehicle if he doesn't have it sorted by an agreed date. I'd also be lookin for a second opinion from another mechanic.


  • #236
    boardzz
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 863 ✭✭✭boardzz


    I need to get a service and some damage repaired. Preferably the same place within the city and cheap.

    Suggestions?


  • #237
    GastroBoy
    Registered Users Posts: 863 ✭✭✭GastroBoy


    Could be worth having a look at this older thread.

    http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2055431583

    Not sure about body repair but I've always found O' Farrells in Knocknacarra decent for a service


  • #238
    berrecka
    Registered Users Posts: 170 ✭✭berrecka


    Theres a guy out in Menlo who fixed a bump and a few scrapes on my otherwise spotless car. He was cheap and quick and the car looks perfect again!


  • #239
    biko
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 81,220 ✭✭✭✭biko


    Autobody Moycullen are good for bodywork.

    Service, just about anyone. If you're diy minded I linked to a thread with a walkthrough a few posts up.
    Oil - 40 euro
    Oil filter - 10 euro
    Air filter - 10 euro
    Tools and oil tray - 25 euro
    Sense of accomplishment - priceless.

    Otherwise have a look through this thread and see if there are recommendations close to you.


  • #240
    biko
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 81,220 ✭✭✭✭biko


    I need someone to read error codes on an Alfa 156 for a CEL.


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  • #241
    Col200sx
    Registered Users Posts: 1,728 ✭✭✭Col200sx


    biko wrote: »
    I need someone to read error codes on an Alfa 156 for a CEL.

    I have an OBD2 scanner if that's any good to you biko, can give you the codes and descriptions.


  • #242
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 0 ✭ [Deleted User]


    I need to get a leak sorted in my Rover 25, pretty sure it's leaking Coolant as after finding it empty and topping it back up.... I noticed it's dropped down below the min level again.

    Would give it to a Boardsie as it wouldn't be a massive job once you can hoist the car.


  • #243
    irisheddie85
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 762 ✭✭✭irisheddie85


    gilberto_eire wrote: »
    I need to get a leak sorted in my Rover 25, pretty sure it's leaking Coolant as after finding it empty and topping it back up.... I noticed it's dropped down below the min level again.

    Would give it to a Boardsie as it wouldn't be a massive job once you can hoist the car.

    leaking coolant can be a sign of a water pump on the way out. That would be a big job involving changing the timing belt or a head gasket going which rovers have a history of. Can be a very big job if left too long. I would be going to a garage for a look to be sure it will be a small job. First stop in Knocknacarra have always been good to me for quick diagnosis and good estimates on work


  • #244
    Irish_Elect_Eng
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,260 ✭✭✭Irish_Elect_Eng


    Hi All,

    Could someone please point me in the direction of a reputable BMW Mechanic with a fully equipped set-up.

    Best Regards;


  • #245
    biko
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 81,220 ✭✭✭✭biko


    Fahys Garage in Oranmore
    John Roche in Gort
    Eddie Ronayne, BMWcare


  • #246
    dr.bollocko
    Moderators, Music Moderators Posts: 35,945 Mod ✭✭✭✭dr.bollocko


    I think Colm Quinn in Athlone is the nearest main BMW dealer for now.


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  • #247
    Yardleys Lavender
    Closed Accounts Posts: 62 ✭✭Yardleys Lavender


    Motorpark on the Headford Road are BMW service agents still.


  • #248
    dinneenp
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,153 ✭✭✭dinneenp


    Looking for a very simple welding job-
    we have a metal shower head that's snapped in two, want to get it welded together.
    I could try some kind of super glue but don't think it'd last.


  • #249
    uscias
    Registered Users Posts: 12 ✭uscias


    Hi everyone, This is for Galway City.

    I’ve a Vauxhall Astra Diesel. Was on motorway doin 120 when something went in engine, white smoke out back, lost power, managed to crawl home and park her up, when i slowed down to a crawl also noticed engine knocking. So pretty serious... suspect cracked cylinder head or something of that nature.

    Can’t drive to garages to get it checked and get a quote which means a tow. If i get a tow i was quoted 70 euro one way then 50 euro to tell me what’s wrong with her, then obviously i have to leave it with them to fix or pay another 70 euro to tow her home. If i do leave it with them and it is something like the cylinder head then it’s an expensive job and cheapest option might be a second hand engine install.

    My own mechanic is a good bit away and have been advised by him to find out what’s wrong with her first. As I don’t want to get stuck with her in a shop with a mechanic I don’t trust (don’t know any mechanics in galway!) i’m therefore looking for a good call-out mechanic to tell me what’s wrong with her before I bring her in. I’m east side of Galway City.

    So any contacts, numbers, recommendations for call-out mechanic in Galway City?

    Cheers


  • #250
    biko
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 81,220 ✭✭✭✭biko


    First check if you have roadside assistance on your insurance. That may cover the transport to a mechanic.
    To be honest you need a garage for that stuff but you can have a look at the engine particularly belts and hoses, and see if anything looks missing or broken.

    www.wardsgarage.ie in Oranmore has callout, as well as www.calloutoil.ie (mainly servicing but could maybe help).

    Previous mentions in this thread


  • #251
    confuseddotcom
    Closed Accounts Posts: 5,790 ✭✭✭confuseddotcom


    So I've purchased a mirror which needs to be replaced and now it needs to be installed. :rolleyes:

    Anyone recommend any competitive Garages that they know of for installing stuff? City or Oranmore (Sorry Mods, mentionned Oranmore here as didn't want to multi-Thread in County Forum.) area. Would like to get it done in the next couple of days if at all possible, :/ (even though I know there's loads of other cars besides mine but I'd like to get it done soon if I can at all.)


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