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Mayor555:
Aunty Radu ma, you need the ears and the sight of gods.

If any kamaru for naija loose engine and couple am back, if the car pass my side, the sound of the car go relate the condition; no matter the calmness...

So what's your warranty?

thebigkendo:
Wanted to try out carquest oil in my last oil change.. But then your shop had no delivery option & only open M-F, I work Mostly M-F too.. So no convenient time for me to pick up oil at the shop

https://www.nairaland.com/4501821/milex-carquest-2nd-largest-usa/9#68941598

I need to update that! I'll do so on the first page. It's now M-F 9-5, S 9-2

Also, there is now delivery

tolusan:
Aunty, I'm coming for this tomorrow o. This Carquest oil, is it like our gazz.uzz's Mobil? Plus, will I get more discount if I mention the magical word, auntyradu, more than once ? Then there is one oga Glen that I've been hearing upandan, will I meet him there too?

Lol. The price you are seeing is the aunty radu special so no more discount ROFL. Try the oil you go see.

Yes, Glen should be there. You'll like him. Take screenshot of my post just in case.

Mayor555:
But one can run an engine on ground...the ears of gods will hear, if something is wrong, couple with physical inspection.

Engines can be bought without going wrong...

Or I'm getting something wrong?

By the way, I have a rebuilt engine still going strong after 8yrs. But it was not done in Nigeria.

I did say you would have to run it. I didn't say they couldn't be bought without going wrong. My point is chances of an issue are higher.

So I assume you're so confident in your engine picking abilities you offer a warranty like Gazzuzz? Because even there where they run and test engines before sale, we have received bad ones.

I will never be able to sleep as well at night with a bought one versus one that I know what was done to it. It's the engine replacements that used to keep me up at night.

thebigkendo:
Please sir how do you know Toyota motor oil is a semi-synthetic blend? No inscription of such on the oil can

Forget that one. Simple solution. Carquest oil is fully synthetic AND cheaper

GreenWorld:
Hello house, please i need someone to explain in lay man understanding the mean of the term Mineral oil.

If I'm not mistaken, in Naija speak, petroleum based oil

You guys will soon understand we are not here to play. Nothing I've said is strange or unusual in the USA. It's the bare minimum. If I have to live in Naija, you best believe it will become the bare minimum here. Just give it some time.

obekediamondfuto:
seLiously?

are u for real? I'll get my 70percent back in event of any failure?

I just cannot help but sense that there is a disclaimer that will void this contract...... always......

no vex, just that I'm programmed to think that way..... only when I experience it live..... then and only then will I now accept.


incredible!

Beweave it Gina! Beweave it!!

obekediamondfuto:
engine swap? first grade, direct fit and measurements from the factory.....assurance from quality assurance officers ...... and time efficient.

rebuild? only if I get a 1yr warranty.... that in event of any failure I get 70percent of my money back....

I don't mean warranty that will involve another rebuild oh..... then technicalities will come into play..... oil and filter etc that client must bear plus the time it will take for another rebuild ..... abeg.... mbok... I will be needing my money back.

the 30 percent forgone is the usage of the engine in terms of service usage before the catastrophe.

one thing is this, a well seasoned mechanic knows a good engine when he analyses it. it's this simple.

Not always true. I mentioned earlier that with the equipment we have, we could fool a seasoned mechanic because the fault would be internal and only discovered when it was installed and then torn down. Happens all the time. Only way to be sure at purchase is to make sure they have tested the engine previously and promise to take it back if it doesn't start.

radautoworks:
Question for the house.

If the costs were like this, which would you do?
ENGINE SWAP BY NAIJA SHOP
Used Ladipo engine N150k
Labor (10 hrs) N50,000

Or

ENGINE REBUILD BY RAD AUTO WORKS
US Parts N 109,500
Labor (19hrs) N95,000
1 year warranty parts and labor

Which would you do?

POST FURTHER CLARIFIED. HOW ABOUT NOW?

GAZZUZZ:
Bolts did not show signs of rust. My own queshun in 0.8hrs go do dis work?

Thebigkendo has spoken. 0.8 hours is just for an inspection. We haven't said what is wrong yet to be quoting repair. Plus like I said in other thread, rusty bolts are easy with right equipment.

Those are not the only two options for that problem. Call Glen. He'll teach you something new.

obekediamondfuto:
baba u needn't go brutal on mama na.....

OK lemme say this for her.

40 percent discount for the rebuild labour charge.

now will u reconsider? and also a free lunch to top it? Jamaican or Chinese... ur preference!

I offer better than that already but I accept your offer

diportivo:
sell the old engine to offset most of the labour charge...ofcos kazeem won't even charge 50k

we have a winner already

I forgot you guys don't keep your engines a long time. You would be better off with option 2 if you did.

obekediamondfuto:
engine swap? first grade, direct fit and measurements from the factory.....assurance from quality assurance officers ...... and time efficient.

rebuild? only if I get a 1yr warranty.... that in event of any failure I get 70percent of my money back....

I don't mean warranty that will involve another rebuild oh..... then technicalities will come into play..... oil and filter etc that client must bear plus the time it will take for another rebuild ..... abeg.... mbok... I will be needing my money back.

the 30 percent forgone is the usage of the engine in terms of service usage before the catastrophe.

one thing is this, a well seasoned mechanic knows a good engine when he analyses it. it's this simple.

We give that and 100% warranty. Next issue?

Inception:
For the 2nd option , the tools used and specifications religiously followed is key: Torqueing, cylinder bore measurements, crankshaft journal measurements, top cylinder valve shims/ rocker am tappets measurements, Cylinder head bolts torqueing sequence( torque to yield?) Checking for ovality in cylinder walls ( for engines plagued with piston slap) which might require reboring of cylinder, piston ring installation sequence on piston etc etc ... The wahala and the variables considering the clime we are in too much abeg( imagine when reboring is required, where can it be done with peace of mind in Nigeria using the right tools?)

Na to just jejely replace with Japan grade engine jejely to avoid installing a CPR kit in my car abeg

With us

GAZZUZZ:
how bad is my engine? Would you need to cut the crankshaft to a new size? Would you need to re-bore the cylinder walls?

Assume all that is built into pricing

?

timifakay:
I'm lost. Please what exactly is your point sir?

Cut coat according to size. Maintenance budget according to price of car I'm assuming

timifakay:
If all parts for either options are being sourced for in Nigerian open market (eg Ladipo) engine swap is the way to go.

Post clarified

Question for the house.

If the costs were like this, which would you do?
ENGINE SWAP BY NAIJA SHOP
Used Ladipo engine N150k
Labor (10 hrs) N50,000

Or

ENGINE REBUILD BY RAD AUTO WORKS
US Parts N 109,500
Labor (19hrs) N95,000
1 year warranty parts and labor

Which would you do?

yagor:
Thank you.

How do I locate your place?

While you are at it, please also confirm price for the MAP (manifold absolute pressure) sensor too.

Your reply is appreciated.

BWD MAP Sensor N31,025 1 year warranty http://weblink.carquest.com/acl/?mfgName=BWD&partNumber=EC1841 6-10 day delivery

Full contact information is on first post of this thread or you can just enter Rad Auto works in Google maps. For these items though I suggest you deal remotely for payment etc until they arrive. Mention quote number 1165 if you call the shop to proceed.

Or you can just come and play at the shop and enjoy a little Jamaican food and drink

GAZZUZZ:
meaning if I buy a used engine under 100,000 miles I have about 200,000 miles of happiness left

Now the big question

how many Nigerians can cover 200,000 miles on ownership of 1 particular vehicle?

Partially incorrect IMO. The car you can find yes and have that kind of usage left. But to find the engine alone in that condition in the used market? What would be the reason for removing the engine for sale alone? Unless there was a collision that totalled the car, in which case the engine would most likely no longer be in the same condition.

You're most likely not going to find the engine from that car in the used engine market. Not even close.

Now about the second part, none with 20w50

yagor:
cc: radautoworks

2008 Mercedes Benz C300 4MATIC Sport Mass Air Flow Sensor?
How much is this item and cost of labor to fix ?

Labor 0.7 hrs= N3,500

yagor:
cc: radautoworks

2008 Mercedes Benz C300 4MATIC Sport Mass Air Flow Sensor?
How much is this item and cost of labor to fix ?

Cardone Reman Mass Air Flow Sensor N72,635 6 month warranty http://weblink.carquest.com/acl/?mfgName=REB&partNumber=7410161 6-10 day delivery PLEASE NOTE WE WILL NEED THE OLD ONE IN EXCHANGE FOR THIS OR WE WILL HAVE TO CHARGE YOU FOR THE CORE!

Bosch Mass Air Flow Sensor N156,585 1 year warranty http://weblink.carquest.com/acl/?mfgName=MAF&partNumber=0280218190 6-10 day delivery

Labor 0.7 hrs= N3,500

GAZZUZZ:
meaning if I buy a used engine under 100,000 miles I have about 200,000 miles of happiness left

Now the big question

how many Nigerians can cover 200,000 miles on ownership of 1 particular vehicle?

Imogine!

GreekDon:
Please Honda Gurus here, is this a normal driving condition for the 8th generation Accord? Mine is 2009 Lx-P i4.(Automatic Transmission).
When driving, I take my foot off the gas pedal and let the car cruise on its own. Normally with any other car it will just smoothly cruise along until it comes to stop on its own due to forces of nature. But that is different with this car. What happens is when the speed goes around under 20-35 mph, there is a sudden slow down, as if you just down shifted your gear, the RPM drops and car actively slows down itself as if I had applied brakes.This happens even if I am driving on level road,once I lift my foot off the gas pedal,and speed comes around 20-35 mph,there is noticeable downshift and slowdown as if you just applied the brakes.
Driving in traffic is very annoying because you have to keep hitting the gas pedal every now and then. I believe this also affects the mpg of this car.
Is this normal? Are there users of this model experiencing same thing?

You answered your own question

nevplus:
Hl Gazzuzz,please help me .I want to purchase Toyota liteace but the one I see happened to be righty,which needs conversion.does converting of bus has any bad effect?

Noooooo!!!!!!

RichDad1:
920k, Is it coated with blood of jisox ?

You're thinking naira. Think in dollars and this is actually cheap

obekediamondfuto:
cc radautoworks

Aunty radu, can this be done here?

When dem no want pay 20k for engine oil?Thank you o! Alakoba

obekediamondfuto:
to be candid, I am really impressed with ur positivity towards this goal..... I really really hope u grow in strength and integrity.

this issue of engine replacement is a very big issue in Nigeria esp with the fact that those that rebuild are few and lack sense of responsibility.....

but with what u are offering, I think we are ready to think outside our usual confines....

only that ladipo will suffer small

Ladipo will be just fine. Market still plenty for borale

GAZZUZZ:
I love round numbers.

This is a 2006 honda accord 4cyl

Same engine and transmission since manufacture, Runs on full synthetic oil, still drives well.


Question. how long would this engine run before it starts to give signs of wear and tear?

300,000 miles at least under those conditions

Readonee35L:
Funny.
A 2010 bmw can have mechanical issue even with proper maintenance . Go read complaints of that 5series.

Nigeria na bad black you're surprised of a faulty 2010 car.

How about this 2014 - 2015 evoque's lol.
Their life will never remain the same . Even as this repair is carried out by some of this big shops in nigeria. The cars life will never remain the same.

W.T. Actual F.