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Travel › Re: American, US Based, And US Aspirant Derailer Thread by radautoworks: 8:33pm On Aug 30, 2018
Backfornow:
I think everyone is saying the same thing. I wont say no but is very rare. You will have to come to the table with your own money invested. Investors want to see patents, prototypes already made, plans already in place and implemented. All these things require money from you to start. Even the Small Business Association which helps small businesses want to see investment on your end. Many of the success stories you have read are from entrepreneurs who got no or little help.
Love it when we share the same opinion. You're exactly right. Business is risk vs reward. No one is going to risk funds until you have shown that you can risk yours and actually get reward out of it. Put it this way Dremca. If someone came to you for funding it the manner you're proposing and you had it, would you fund them?
Car Talk › Re: I Visited My Former Kazeem Today by radautoworks: 8:29pm On Aug 30, 2018
snipesdam:
I know when this car was been pimped in Enugu i think and someone shared it here. Great job.

https://www.nairaland.com/4243918/man-redesigns-abandoned-peugeot-504
Oh wow. Nairaland detectives no go kill me
Car Talk › Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by radautoworks: 8:25pm On Aug 30, 2018
victorD3:
Sorry guys i wanted to use the car for days to be sure before posting the solution.

The problem was engine mount. I changed all the four mounts and a free box seating and that fixed it. I hope to share my testimony again after 2 months when I'm sure it's been really sorted.
Didn't you say you changed the mounts before? That's why we ruled them out.
Car Talk › Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by radautoworks: 7:19am On Aug 30, 2018
mosesmora:
Carquest Radautoworks, King of Autos, I agree with you totally. I didn't change the bushings on my bull dog because the complete used low control arm goes for just N2,000. I do patrnlonise you and buy parts from your store in Lekki.

The only thing is that most of us get used spares from our Cars. It will be good if you guys can produce list of spare parts and their prices for us. Yes the bushings are bad but the complete Used ones are quite cheap. Most of our local mechanics call it low arm, although I know it to be lower control arm.
Hi! Yes you do!

I understand. Either is fine. I'm just puzzled because he never got back.
Autos › Re: Milex & Carquest, 2nd Largest USA Parts & Repair NOW OPEN In Lekki Phase 2 by radautoworks(op): 7:15am On Aug 30, 2018
Gboliwe:
Welcome to Nigeria.
I wish you have a branch in the south east.
thanks. We're working on it smiley
Car Talk › Re: To Rebuild Or To Replace? by radautoworks: 7:11am On Aug 30, 2018
timifakay:
Miles or kilo?
Just for clarity ma.
Miles. Sorry!
Travel › Re: American, US Based, And US Aspirant Derailer Thread by radautoworks: 5:55am On Aug 30, 2018
Backfornow:
Im not. Like I said, points 1-3.
But I wonder if they are getting some kind of government or special funding.
Im going to research this.
The one Asian group that I dont hear alot about is the Burmese, but they are in my city in very high numbers. But I think it is more from a political asylum aspect. They have liasons and their own translators in the hospital system that I work for.
They're not getting government funding mostly. They form community groups that lend money to each other to set up (a lot of times interest-free). Same as the Asians in Texas and Muslims. Unlike Nigerians who try to take the JJC for what he has, these groups help you get a job, housing, transportation etc when you arrive and take care of each other. You hit the ground running. The wealth stays in the community. That's how they take over entire neighborhoods.

Yes, speaking from MANY experiences. unfortunately as someone else mentioned, I'm leery to deal with Nigerians overseas and a lot more cautious with them than other people.
Car Talk › Re: How Much Should I Expect To Pay For My Repair? by radautoworks(op): 5:45am On Aug 30, 2018
obidevine:
i have a 2002 Nissan pathfinder I want to put back to shape, the 4 shocks need changing, the tie rod needs to be changed, steering rack needs changing, brake pads need changing, the ac needs over hauling, I need to oven bake it as well. I'm thinking of going to ladipo, please advice

I have a mechanic I use but the guy's "wuru -wuru" is too much, I don't want to use him anymore.
If by advice you mean cost, here you go. I'm not going to bother putting parts prices since you're looking at Ladipo. I'll just give you labor times and costs with our hourly rate of N5,000. Ladipo rates should be significantly lower. Anything more than this is gouging.

For Ladipo parts costs, ask Gazzuzz. I think he's over that way if I'm not mistaken.

Front shocks 4.2 hrs. N21,000

Rear shocks. 0.8 hrs. N4,000

Tie rod outer 1.1 hrs. N5,500

Tie rod inner 1.7 hrs. N8,500

Steering rack 2.2 hrs. N11,000

Brake pads front 0.9 hrs. N4,500

Brake shoes rear 1.2 hrs. N6,000

AC unknown without diagnosis

Total if done individually N41,600

Total if all at once. N29,600
Car Talk › Re: Official Nissan & Infiniti Thread by radautoworks: 5:14am On Aug 30, 2018
MrBuzy:
Good Day. Please what is the best engine oil to use for my Infiniti G35 2007 model.
5W30 is the ONLY recommended oil for this car. I've also put all your other fluids for you below

CARQUEST All Season Motor Oil, 5W-30 N9,855 http://weblink.carquest.com/acl/?mfgName=CQO&partNumber=CQ620-5QT

OR

CARQUEST Synthetic Motor Oil, 5W-30 N16,060 http://weblink.carquest.com/acl/?mfgName=CQO&partNumber=CQ930-5QT

You can use either but be aware once you start using synthetic oil, it is NOT recommended to go back to conventional.

Car Talk › Re: Maintenance Tips For Honda Cars by radautoworks: 5:07am On Aug 30, 2018
mosesmora:
This happened to my bull dog. I replaced the shaft 3 times as well. The problem was nothing but the low arm below the shaft itself.
I have been driving the car for more than 2 months now and the shaft is intact. You can USE a trusted mechanic in Ebutemetta if u want. Mech Seun . 09094981285. The guy is so good.
"Check your front end thoroughly again especially control arm bushings before you replace again. Also, try a different brand. "

That's what i told him a page ago and never heard back. So? Victord3? Did you do what i said?
Car Talk › Re: I Need To Understand The Functions Of "thyrod" In A Car by radautoworks: 4:24am On Aug 30, 2018
Car Talk › Re: I Just Got My First Car!!!!! Toyota Matrix 2005 Toks by radautoworks: 4:21am On Aug 30, 2018
yettymuse:
The only thing wey deh pain me be say I'm yet to find a mechanic from nairaland that stays around Sangotedo and it's environ, ordinary servicing na ikeja I dey go cry cry cry cry

Someone posted he stays close to my end but I can't find the details, please if you do kindly quote me...
Check our profile. Second toll gate. We know your car like the back of our hand
Car Talk › Re: I Just Got My First Car!!!!! Toyota Matrix 2005 Toks by radautoworks: 4:19am On Aug 30, 2018
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Car Talk › Re: I Just Got My First Car!!!!! Toyota Matrix 2005 Toks by radautoworks: 4:17am On Aug 30, 2018
LeJeun3:


At Bolded I am the closest Mechanic on Nairaland grin grin
Abijo GRA, behind Corona School..

Come in for free diagnosis/free original oil filter ..... hope you plan to stick to OEM oil??

Dammit. This should be one of our babies. Second toll gate. Don't let the building scare you lol. Girls have each other's backs.

https://www.nairaland.com/4501821/milex-carquest-2nd-largest-usa
Car Talk › Re: Subaru Maintenance / Mechanics? by radautoworks: 4:10am On Aug 30, 2018
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Car Talk › Re: My Dad's Nissan Maxima 99 Is Just Trouble by radautoworks: 4:07am On Aug 30, 2018
Abduletudaye:
Update

New list for repairs now in...

Totalling 41k. cry

Will share the image tomorrow..
Una dey tif de parts?
Car Talk › Re: I Visited My Former Kazeem Today by radautoworks: 3:57am On Aug 30, 2018
SMH. You chose the perfect day lol I just realized that was a peugeot!
Car Talk › Re: Fake "New" Parts Everywhere. An Engine Water Pump Failure by radautoworks: 3:54am On Aug 30, 2018
TRYGO:
@radautos. Hehehe! Yeah, realised that recently on one of your threads.

My expectation is that apart from getting OEM parts from you guys, I'd expect to have a market for aftermarket parts as well(some aftermarket parts, improves on the weaknesses of OEMS).

Emmm, I sure know this article channels potential clients to you guys.

Nice job you guys doing.





Regards
Thanks. Honestly,we don't care where people get their parts as long as they are good parts. Obviously we'd like if it's us but at the end of the day it doesn't really matter as long as they're good. We have both aftermarket and oems btw. Anything on advance auto parts website is available. Now to find faster than 6-10 day shipping for items not already in warehouse.
Autos › Re: Diagnose N Fix Your Vehicle by radautoworks: 3:43am On Aug 30, 2018
GAZZUZZ:
Take a deep breath, read thru and open another thread.
. I promise to behave this time grin
Autos › Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by radautoworks: 3:35am On Aug 30, 2018
More i look at your thread,the more in sure I'll NEVER open one.
Autos › Re: Carquest/Milex Deals & Specials Thread courtesy of Rad Auto Works by radautoworks(op): 3:29am On Aug 30, 2018
What should i put on special for September my birthday month? I'm thinking maybe shocks or brakes. Ideas people?
Autos › Re: Milex & Carquest, 2nd Largest USA Parts & Repair NOW OPEN In Lekki Phase 2 by radautoworks(op): 3:28am On Aug 30, 2018
What should i put on special for September my birthday month? I'm thinking maybe shocks or brakes. Ideas people?
Car Talk › Re: To Rebuild Or To Replace? by radautoworks: 3:24am On Aug 30, 2018
Inception:
How much last for the hoist ma'am?
No mind me. It's brand new, unused and i don't even know the capacity. Na my husband talk am. I'll find out and get back t you on the specs and price. We just ordered one too many for the shop.
Car Talk › Re: To Rebuild Or To Replace? by radautoworks: 3:22am On Aug 30, 2018
timifakay:
I was asking for which mineral engine oil the manufacturer recommends 3k miles OCI.
All non-synthetic oils have 3,000 intervals. Certain vehicles may differ but that is the norm.
Travel › Re: American, US Based, And US Aspirant Derailer Thread by radautoworks: 3:17am On Aug 30, 2018
Backfornow:
You win, ok.
You do not understand my points and it is ok with me.
Did i not say not to waste your time some posts back?
Travel › Re: American, US Based, And US Aspirant Derailer Thread by radautoworks: 3:15am On Aug 30, 2018
Dremca:
This is exactly the answers am seeking. Are these situations intentional to make the black disadvantaged.
Dremca, while i love the fact you have questions, you have some very unrealistic views and expectations of the United States. Based on what you told us, i think you'll be more successful elsewhere.
Travel › Re: American, US Based, And US Aspirant Derailer Thread by radautoworks: 3:11am On Aug 30, 2018
Chapecoense:
Hi.. I dont think you will see any green card holder working as a pilot in any of the big three..
Green card holders are most likely to work for a regional and then flow through to the majors. Usually they are looking at 6 to 10 yrs flying for a regional. Enough time to apply for citizenship. So by the time they flow through to the majors they are already citizens.. Well i still think a green card holder that is a qualified and certificated pilot will not be denied a Job to fly in the US regardless of how long he/she has been living in the US.
Again. You can "think" all you want but that doesn't change the facts. Why do you guys ask questions than refuse the answers givenhuh
Travel › Re: American, US Based, And US Aspirant Derailer Thread by radautoworks: 3:10am On Aug 30, 2018
Dremca:
Jumia recently raised $700m funding from Goldman Sachs making it a unicorn valuing the company at $1.2B. This is an african company being funded by foreign financial company. I can tell you that foreign financial institutions are willing to invest in any viable idea in an emerging market even in the US. They are simply there to make money from ideas.
And how long has Jumia been proving itself before that happened?
Travel › Re: American, US Based, And US Aspirant Derailer Thread by radautoworks: 3:08am On Aug 30, 2018
Chapecoense:
Isn't This discrimination at the highest level? What were the reasons for the long wait to be an Air traffic controller?
9/11. Again, you have t gain trust. It takes years in basic interpersonal relationships. What makes you think it should be easy for people in charge of thousands of lives?
Car Talk › Re: HELP!!! Golf 4 Engine Needed. by radautoworks: 8:13pm On Aug 29, 2018
thebigkendo:
Lol grin
His is probably European/German... From the Vin number it's German
Yeah. I should have said for Naija market not Naija made. Does that mean it was side converted then?
Car Talk › Re: I Visited My Former Kazeem Today by radautoworks: 8:00pm On Aug 29, 2018
Piyke:
Before I could say jack robinson, LGA enforcement guys came.

LGA guy: Weldone o, who be Oga for here

Kazeem: Anything?

LGA guy: We wan see weda you don pay for that workshop permit

Kazeem: I dey come

Next was arguement all over the place. I don pay, you never pay, you never bring demand notice etc.

It was time to check out.
shocked
Car Talk › Re: HELP!!! Golf 4 Engine Needed. by radautoworks: 7:05pm On Aug 29, 2018
Chelseafan1:
Found it.

VIN is : WVWZZZ1JZXW451364
Ah, it's Naija made. The 1999 American ones had smallest engine size 1.9L that's why I was confused for a second.

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