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Harshaw · 06-06-2004, 09:06 AM

Thanks for the help up to this point. It has been very useful.

Ok. Let's say I go a bit nuts and decide to fix either one or both of these problems myself. How hard of a repair are these two problems? I don't have much experience working on cars, but I'm willing to read up on how to do the repair. I also have a few friends who have some car knowledge; I could probably bribe them into helping me. Where would I start? Is there a cheap way to find out the stuff I need to know about fixing these issues?

I also have another idea, one which I don't like as much, but I'm going to ask and see what other people think. As luck would have it, I spotted some fliers around town today for a mechanic who is looking to do some repairs on the side to get some extra money. The idea is appealing, except for the fact that this seems like a great way to get ripped off. Is there any way I can check up on this guy? Any certifications I can ask to see? If he is legit, it might be a good way to save on some of the costs. If he is not legit, it is a great way to throw more money down the drain.

06-06-2004, 09:06 AM	#9 (permalink)
Harshaw Is mad at you. Location: Bored in Sacramento	Thanks for the help up to this point. It has been very useful. Ok. Let's say I go a bit nuts and decide to fix either one or both of these problems myself. How hard of a repair are these two problems? I don't have much experience working on cars, but I'm willing to read up on how to do the repair. I also have a few friends who have some car knowledge; I could probably bribe them into helping me. Where would I start? Is there a cheap way to find out the stuff I need to know about fixing these issues? I also have another idea, one which I don't like as much, but I'm going to ask and see what other people think. As luck would have it, I spotted some fliers around town today for a mechanic who is looking to do some repairs on the side to get some extra money. The idea is appealing, except for the fact that this seems like a great way to get ripped off. Is there any way I can check up on this guy? Any certifications I can ask to see? If he is legit, it might be a good way to save on some of the costs. If he is not legit, it is a great way to throw more money down the drain. __________________ This too shall pass.