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Thank You Gazzuzz by autolearner: 3:56pm On Dec 22, 2016 |
Today makes it exactly a year that i had an overheating issue with my V4 2007 Camry. I normally had checked all vitals a night before getting on the highway, did a double check of the water in the radiator same morning before cranking on the cold engine. Christmas chills in the air and i couldn't wait to enjoy a new mix i had just gotten fresh from the DJ who played at an Owambe i attended that same weekend. I was ready to take on the expressway and tear off the tracks with my 18" wheels . Less than 1hr, 45mins into my trip, while speeding at about 130km on the Ile-ife, in Gbongan to be precise, i noticed a thick white smoke come out of the bonnet. Before i could scream J-E-S-U-S and park, the steering wheel went stiff on me. I simply just dragged and dragged on till i reached for help from a road side mechanic who helped to drag the car to his workshop some few meters ahead. Made a few calls and was told the engine and passed on into the afterlife of terrible Overheating. Poor me, i entirely forgot to check my temperature the entire time 2 nights passed in an unknown town, almost 100k spent on trying to get a new Gasket and all sorts, my ears filled with complaints of how crazy the 2AZ-FE engine was, how naive i was not to have filled the radiator with water before i traveled. Tears almost fell down my eyes.... a waiting boy and his mom hoping for me to get to back to Lagos on the 22nd as promised and have a Christmas blast. Alas, life had it own plans. Guess roadside Kazeem's are the worst! After 2 nights of eating mai-shai(hausa's indomie, egg and tea), money thrown down the drain, bug-filled hotel, i summoned the courage to drag the lifeless cold vehicle down to Lagos with a towing van, it's entire engine laid out in the boot like a bowl of fresh meat, and dumped it at a mechanic close-by. Christmas plans went down the drain! I was just indoor and never saw the color of the sky till the 2nd of January '16. Through the year, i coped with no AC, loud sounds and vibrations from the Engine, engine smoking away 20w-50 total oil like it was weed and all sorts i have had to endure. You literately could mix Akamu and milk by just pouring your milk on your Akamu in a bowl and placing it on the vehicle . If only i had mustered the strength to change my engine before Change happened, but then work took me out of town for almost 6months. Saved up spare cash and rang up Gazzuzz, about replacing the engine at all cost, the 0's i had come at me, sent shivers down my spine . With the wicked smile smacked across his face, baba, wouldn't even be moved by my pleas to reconsider and get a downward review on the cost of a solid engine and workmanship. Thankfully, we reached a compromise, life had a good smile at me and last week Thursday, the vehicle was wheeled in into the bay....................Fast forward to yesterday, i kid you not, when the car was cleaned up and i drove out, i had never had any better drive on any other car before. The cold air from the AC slapping my face and my engine ready to Rev and blow out, i headed back to the office, packed my bags and headed straight for 3MB at around 11pm. Took my engine on a 140-160 (save minor alignment and balancing issues i have to sort out), i felt joy in my heart as i did a 3mins25secs on the bridge beating my personal best of 3:59 . Not only is my car ALMOST silent..(like you would literally stand and hear nothing but the fan or the small leak from the exhaust), there are ZERO vibrations. I feel like moonwalking. Your competence is out of this world Gazzuzz. If only you could add Merc to your list of cars... so i can be guaranteed of not having to change my Technician as long as i live in Nigeria. Thank you for saving my troubles. Bae and Son can now sleep easy when they decide to drive with me in the car. Daaalu!!! I can close my eyes and recommend you to anyone( I have done and would still do)! I appreciate. (PS: I'm yet to take any pictures since i got it out yesterday) 7 Likes |
Re: Thank You Gazzuzz by mammanbawa: 6:12pm On Dec 22, 2016 |
Oga Gazuzz. I salute . God bless |
Re: Thank You Gazzuzz by GAZZUZZ(m): 8:17pm On Dec 22, 2016 |
I'm glad to be of service @autolearner, I hope to see you next year so we can finish up the pending jobs. P.S you doing 160 on 3mb Don't forget to do the comprehensive insurance. 1 Like 2 Shares |
Re: Thank You Gazzuzz by aieromon(m): 11:29pm On Dec 22, 2016 |
You forgot to include the most important lesson: Always keep your eyes on the temperature gauge during long distance trips. |
Re: Thank You Gazzuzz by GAZZUZZ(m): 12:28am On Dec 23, 2016 |
aieromon: I still wonder why cars cannot be made to beep, when temp exceeds the half mark? Peugeot has a lot of warning sounds and displays, but when the electronics gets messed up, it will be warnings all thru the drive |
Re: Thank You Gazzuzz by mayor2013: 12:41am On Dec 23, 2016 |
GAZZUZZ: Don't you want the manufacturers to make more money? The bmw has a warning beep when tempt exceeds half mark but not all bmw |
Re: Thank You Gazzuzz by Nobody: 1:51am On Dec 23, 2016 |
An accomplished driver doesn't need bells and whistles. Periodically scanning the gauges and mirrors should be a habit of any seasoned driver. 7 Likes |
Re: Thank You Gazzuzz by Kjnwancaro: 2:17am On Dec 23, 2016 |
EgunMogaji: But the mobility technology is supposed to work for everyone, Some drivers are not experienced. |
Re: Thank You Gazzuzz by GAZZUZZ(m): 2:22am On Dec 23, 2016 |
EgunMogaji: uncle is back 1 Like |
Re: Thank You Gazzuzz by Nobody: 2:37am On Dec 23, 2016 |
Kjnwancaro: Well Herr Dokkter Gazzuzz, do stock up on head gaskets and associated sundries then. There's a killing (pun) to be made. 1 Like |
Re: Thank You Gazzuzz by Nobody: 2:39am On Dec 23, 2016 |
GAZZUZZ: I was never really gone, but just selective on posts and posters that I respond to. Nairaland auto/properties has seemingly gone to the dawgs 7 Likes |
Re: Thank You Gazzuzz by fidtopade: 2:55am On Dec 23, 2016 |
autolearner:Please can you help us with idea of total cost of having the engine replaced? I am in same situation now but just scared of approaching the market and mechhanics. |
Re: Thank You Gazzuzz by empron(m): 4:03am On Dec 23, 2016 |
EgunMogaji:You are right bro. 1 Like |
Re: Thank You Gazzuzz by StarboyMichael(m): 6:45am On Dec 23, 2016 |
Op is a great writer. GAZZUZZ is a great engineer. I wish we have a someone close to your skills here |
Re: Thank You Gazzuzz by autolearner: 8:08am On Dec 23, 2016 |
fidtopade: The doctor himself is on this thread. Ring him up! He'll get you the best deal. Heads up: baba doesn't do short-term fix! GAZZUZZ: Definitely boss We are green once the door to the bay opens. Let's get her cleaned & modded up 100%. |
Re: Thank You Gazzuzz by autolearner: 8:29am On Dec 23, 2016 |
aieromon: Guess who can't take his eyes off the dashboard now. Right....that's me sir. Warning sounds would have been great...let's hope future tech will embrace it wholly. StarboyMichael: Thanks sir and I very much agree with you on Gazzuzz's competence! Best believe it's my current benchmark for automotive repairs till further notice. 1 Like |
Re: Thank You Gazzuzz by bong4(m): 3:01pm On Dec 23, 2016 |
Awww Gazzuzz doesn't do Benz. Gazzuzz please recommend for us. |
Re: Thank You Gazzuzz by lonelydude: 4:41pm On Dec 23, 2016 |
OGA GAZZUZZ.I hail o. Meeting you was a high point for me this year. May God continually increase you in wisdom in solving problems and also expand you so that you can start fixing all brands of cars. 1 Like |
Re: Thank You Gazzuzz by GAZZUZZ(m): 4:58pm On Dec 23, 2016 |
lonelydude: www.nairaland.com/attachments/4188320_peepingtomlouisemorgan_jpegdcbd946b7ca56faaae4883cd11932dd8 my oga, twale sir! 1 Like |
Re: Thank You Gazzuzz by MosesNG(m): 5:55pm On Dec 23, 2016 |
fidtopade:And u had to quote all the story...#sigh 2 Likes |
Re: Thank You Gazzuzz by MosesNG(m): 5:57pm On Dec 23, 2016 |
Gazzuzz doesn't do Germans and, oh... He hates Nissans too |
Re: Thank You Gazzuzz by 9icetoo(m): 8:53pm On Dec 23, 2016 |
Re: Thank You Gazzuzz by tosin2013: 1:11am On Dec 24, 2016 |
Very funny thread. Op sorry but i just had to laugh cos the very same thing happened to my corolla on lag ibd express in 2013. Had to change the engine too By the way, i just gave oga gazzuz wifey camry for engine change too. My wife always screams Gazzuz or nothing. Hehehe 4 Likes |
Re: Thank You Gazzuzz by GAZZUZZ(m): 7:46am On Dec 24, 2016 |
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Re: Thank You Gazzuzz by aieromon(m): 8:00am On Dec 24, 2016 |
tosin2013: How come you guys are replacing engines like burnt bulbs? I thought Toyota was the next best thing after sliced bread. As for your wife,tell her to stop "screaming" another married man's name oh 4 Likes |
Re: Thank You Gazzuzz by GAZZUZZ(m): 8:03am On Dec 24, 2016 |
aieromon: www.nairaland.com/attachments/4577860_4571623lookingatugif219a54ccfac9d8844dc4040dcbecbdbd_gif48679deae37e50644603bf1e9a606d43 so you have join bad gang 7 Likes |
Re: Thank You Gazzuzz by eaglechild: 9:40pm On Dec 24, 2016 |
9icetoo:They generally offer a better driving experience than Toyota appliance. They are less reliable though and are more allergic to road side intervention. |
Re: Thank You Gazzuzz by tosin2013: 6:34pm On Dec 25, 2016 |
aieromon: Bros no be like that o. The corolla was an old relative's car whose engine was already suspect. As for wifey's car, na this same nairaland i take buy am o. Fresh toks not up to four months, the engine started to behave one kain. After assessment, oga gazzuz recommended engine swap Most cars sold on nairaland and naija ehn! Na God go dey help us. |
Re: Thank You Gazzuzz by Nobody: 5:08pm On Dec 26, 2016 |
For folks that are may not be inclined to watch gauges here's technology to assist you http://www.ultra-gauge.com/ultragauge/ it has programmable alarms for monitored sensors. I use ScanGauge in my Cooper S, mine doesn't have alarms but reports on engine temperature which MINI doesn't provide
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Re: Thank You Gazzuzz by diportivo: 9:22pm On Dec 26, 2016 |
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Re: Thank You Gazzuzz by Nobody: 9:44pm On Dec 26, 2016 |
I love Nissans. Anyone that has these ugly specimens in their stash should consider letting me adopt them. I'll take the ugly and unreliable bastards off of your hands
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Re: Thank You Gazzuzz by honmusa(m): 5:43am On Dec 27, 2016 |
I use Nissan and love it .My Nissan never disappoint me as she always unleash the expected raw power and performance I always desire when I am on the driving wheel more than what I can get from any Toyota .I treat my Nissan well and she serve me faithfully in return .Treat your Nissan nice and it will serve you well. #Teamilovemynissan. 2 Likes |
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