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Car Talk › Re: Uncle Heard I Now Fix Ford And This Happened by radautoworks: 7:28pm On Aug 12, 2018

GAZZUZZ:
funke!!!!!! You know you can be prosecuted for that!!!

Abeg na who be funke and amaka? My Naija Urban dictionary no reach that level

Car Talk › Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by radautoworks: 7:26pm On Aug 12, 2018

GAZZUZZ:
its a good thing you included the pic of the exhaust.

the only reason your exhaust will break at that point is due to excessive engine movement and a missing or unbolted exhaust support bracket.

Installing another catalytic converter will be a waste of money as it will crack at same point again.

1. Material can be welded.

2. Fix engine mounts.

3. Install support bracket ( contrary to popular Kamaru belief they are useful)

First thing I thought

Car Talk › Re: Good Mercedes Benz Mechanic by radautoworks: 7:21pm On Aug 12, 2018

weyreypey:
Stop throwing parts at the car. Get a Star machine.. radautoworks

Thanks for the shoutout
https://www.nairaland.com/4501821/milex-carquest-2nd-largest-usa#67520230

You really are too close to us to be wasting time with part swaps.

Car Talk › Re: How to buy a used car in Nigeria (or pretty much anywhere) by radautoworks(op): 7:18pm On Aug 12, 2018

Piyke:
2008 Toyota Rav4

A whole Rav4

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Autos › Re: Milex & Carquest, 2nd Largest USA Parts & Repair NOW OPEN In Lekki Phase 2 by radautoworks(op): 7:15pm On Aug 12, 2018

DUNKA:
Please do you have and how much for the fuel pump of a 2005 jeep liberty?

Which of these do you need? Electric or full assembly?

You didn't specify engine.

Autos › Re: Milex & Carquest, 2nd Largest USA Parts & Repair NOW OPEN In Lekki Phase 2 by radautoworks(op): 7:12pm On Aug 12, 2018

Piyke:
Whaaat? It's not a small something o

When I kept saying revolution you thought I was joking?

https://www.nairaland.com/4501821/milex-carquest-2nd-largest-usa#67520230

While we have pretty much all the toys, it's not enough. We also have the experience and know-how. We don't rely on the toys, they just make things faster.

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Autos › Re: Awoof Reg 2007 Toyota Avalon With Little Fixes For N900k Net by radautoworks: 7:10pm On Aug 12, 2018

GAZZUZZ:
Transmission 270,000

W.S Transmission oil 30,000

Logistics of Transmission 7,000 (average)

Engine Ecu (that's why the transm got bad) 50,000

Radiator 28,000

Coolant 26,000

Used compressor VDC 38,000

New Condenser OEM 60,000

New evaporator OEM 50,000

New pipes 30,000

Compressor fluids 5,000

grease for C.V joints 3,000

Labour charges 60,000

Total 657,000

This is assuming suspension and engine are in Top form.

I'm cheap Wait for Aunty Radu

Don't wait for me o! The person wey go buy this one go suffer.

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Car Talk › Re: How to buy a used car in Nigeria (or pretty much anywhere) by radautoworks(op): 3:36am On Aug 12, 2018

Piyke:
Thank God for the wisdom to do car inspection when I bought my car 9 years ago. Although it was a Kazeem I used, he knew what to look out for based on what his people do vehicles.
Paying for inspection is so worth it and nobody who plans to buy a car should skip it except you know your onions or buying brand new.

In other matters, I scanned a vehicle yesterday and it takes the record for the most warning lights on any vehicle I have ever scanned, most codes too. Powertrain had 4, ABS 5, SRS 5, AT was clear but even the P/S system had codes. My scanner does not assess P/S systems but the warning light was on.
Practically all warning lights were on except the low oil pressure and alternator warning lights. Vehicle had been heavily kazimized. Of course cooling fans were running direct. Guess what? Owner was talking of selling the car off. Maybe to an unsuspecting buyer who would be told "Oga the lights no mean anything".

Please, what car was this undecided

Car Talk › Re: To Rebuild Or To Replace? by radautoworks: 3:32am On Aug 12, 2018

So many kits, so little time...

Car Talk › Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by radautoworks: 3:24am On Aug 12, 2018

RightWayauto:
Hello dear prospective clients @rightway automobile we offer clinical services for your automobile or cars using the latest software and hardware machine for proper diagnosis.@Rightway autos we fix your automobile the right way contact :08111275719 Mr Ayoola (Director) location Ibadan Oyo state

Please, what is a software and hardware machine?

Car Talk › Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by radautoworks: 3:22am On Aug 12, 2018

GAZZUZZ:
. Cc:RightWayauto

Here is an opportunity, say something intelligent.

Car Talk › Re: Please I Need A Mercedes Benz, Guru To Advice Me Urgently by radautoworks: 3:15am On Aug 12, 2018

smestudio:
Oh I see what you mean. Thanks. I never thought about it that way. Wha would you advice I look out for before making payment/purchase. Its Nigerian used. Any advice you can offer?

Advice https://www.nairaland.com/4669209/get-car-inspected-before-buy

Car Talk › Re: Please Help Me Out With Advice On The Best Automobile To Buy For My Business by radautoworks: 3:12am On Aug 12, 2018

Nice nurey

Car Talk › Re: Help Me Calculate Pls by radautoworks: 3:10am On Aug 12, 2018

Hmm... In six months you will have a whole nother set of problems. That kind of had mileage in a sienna with Nigerian fuel is not sustainable long term. Also, keep letting your tank stay below one quarter and just save money for new fuel pump in the next fuel months.

Car Talk › Re: Urgent CRV 10 Issue by radautoworks: 3:07am On Aug 12, 2018

olubankemi:
Thanks. Have gotten a mechanic to check it n he said its not so bad. He said if am a man its something i can manage to my destination. I wont take the risk. He is fixing tomorow first thing.

Wanted to know what the issue is and check online thats why i posted it here.
Thanks again

I'm sorry but your mechanic sounds like an idiot.... Please take it elsewhere.

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Car Talk › Re: Uncle Heard I Now Fix Ford And This Happened by radautoworks: 3:05am On Aug 12, 2018

I'm laughing because my ex and I sent at least a dozen of these vehicles to Nigeria and didn't have all this drama! grin

Yes, my ex was a car guru too though by hobby not profession.

Car Talk › Re: Your Car Is 'Not An Investment!' by radautoworks: 2:57am On Aug 12, 2018

weyreypey:
Cold has no absolute universal temperature level it is relative... Well if you can submit my resume to Trump I'd be joyful for the recruitment.

You must not quit and write a book like Omorosa okay?

Autos › Re: Milex & Carquest, 2nd Largest USA Parts & Repair NOW OPEN In Lekki Phase 2 by radautoworks(op): 2:55am On Aug 12, 2018

ivoryhouse:
I delivered my senior friend's BMW from the hands of Branded kazeems today. And we took it straight to RAdAutoworks and the beauty is in safe hands. We have a 1992 Jag restoration project loading..after the Landrover project...
But seriously, if you're reading this and you haven't been to radautoworks, you are missing out..they have 10 ten lifts..it's like candy shop for the auto enthusiast...and a warehouse full of tools..and they're kind enough to let anyone who desires, buy some! Oh yes, the Jamaican cuisine and slush is On pOINt too

Aww shucks.. you're making me blush!

Car Talk › Re: Your Car Is 'Not An Investment!' by radautoworks: 10:32pm On Aug 11, 2018

Cold is scientifically defined at certain temperatures. It is not a philosophical debate though that was one of my minors. Not I'm sure you're just trolling for arguments sake and not actually ignorant. I've lost interest now lol

I do want to send your resume to Trump though. These your alternative facts wink

Car Talk › Re: To Rebuild Or To Replace? by radautoworks: 7:57pm On Aug 11, 2018

sultaan:
From our point of view labor cost is the biggest chunk of Auto repair it is easier and faster to replace with used engine scrap old engine when doing diy, at mechanics shop they buy rebuilt engines so warranty is on labor and rebuilder warranty covers engine.

If you use a common model like Corolla engine can be very cheap at junk yard, wall all saw video posted by Egunmogaji of a $20 all you can carry

Exactly and labor is so cheap in Nigeria which is why it's hard to justify replacements for us since parts are available. At the end if the day, we offer customer information on both options and let them decide. Even in the USA with the high labor costs, they typically went for rebuilds with both options unless they had a 'hooptie'.

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Car Talk › Re: To Rebuild Or To Replace? by radautoworks: 7:56pm On Aug 11, 2018

TheCar:

As end-user (Consumer) I have successfully said decision making depends on the options presented by the solution provider.

At least with the enlightenment and information provided here daily by Your Excellency, President Gazzuzz, Her Imperial Majesty, RadAutoWork, His Lordship, AutoElectNG and His Emirates, TheBigkendo of Honda Accord United Emirates Kingdom plus His Royal Highness, Olubadan Egun.Mogaji we are aware that there are options available.

Research In Motion.

I think I will keep this title o. Add Khaleesi and it's a wrap!

Car Talk › Re: To Rebuild Or To Replace? by radautoworks: 7:54pm On Aug 11, 2018

oblo:
Is that not the other unofficial job of a gate man?

Yeye gateman if he works for someone else cheesy

Car Talk › Re: Your Car Is 'Not An Investment!' by radautoworks: 7:54pm On Aug 11, 2018

weyreypey:
Let me put it simply here:
We agree on asset but not on the concept of investment.

Nothing to disagree on. It's a clearly defined term. You can't have an opinion on it. Just like like you can't have an opinion on the term cold, square, happy or debt.

Car Talk › Re: 10 Cars You Should Never Own by radautoworks: 7:51pm On Aug 11, 2018

ivoryhouse:
Does anyone have cars he feels people should not own?
My neighbor bought Volkswagen bug for sale..wait for it..4years ago..the day I saw it, i shook my head and smiled..it's been parked, waiting for a buyer ever since..some guy paid some money as part payment for it and also abandoned it..
Does anyone have a personal experience with the beetle bug? Not the old school beetle of the 60's-80's but the new bug, do share your experience..
User experience from sites like edmunds.com hasn't been great especially for the early 'new' generation..I think I will take it off my neighbors hands at a great bargain, does anyone have personal experience with the early 'new'generation?

Get it since you know about cars

Car Talk › Re: 10 Cars You Should Never Own by radautoworks: 7:50pm On Aug 11, 2018

ivoryhouse:
The dragon saliva bit got me LOL
This thread is 4years old..

That's why I couldn't resist either

Autos › Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by radautoworks: 7:49pm On Aug 11, 2018

GAZZUZZ:
4th scenario, you are new in the business and want to follow all repairs by the book, you buy a new cluster, install it and the circuits Get fried instantly because a couple of wires have been bridged under the fusebox to disable certain lights

I'mma let you make it this morning cause I just woke up!

Car Talk › Re: How to buy a used car in Nigeria (or pretty much anywhere) by radautoworks(op): 7:41pm On Aug 11, 2018

jodecibmw:
You forgot to add the latest upcoming culprit parts due to adulterated fuel, road conditions etc.

1. Fuel pump
2. Ignition coils and
3. Suspension parts.

Also due to okada's, danfo's etc.
Money for panel beating/paint job and front / rear lights replacement.

We are going to just ride with all our dents grin

Car Talk › Re: How to buy a used car in Nigeria (or pretty much anywhere) by radautoworks(op): 7:40pm On Aug 11, 2018*

TheCar:
Evaporator
Oil Filter
Cost of Engine (Tokunbo & New)
Cost of Fuel
Coolant
Transmission Fluid
Leg Pull - Honda Accord - Thebigkendo
OEM spare parts
Brain Box - Corolla
Aboki Cost - Corolla.

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Not forgetting duration of oil change.

The list is endless. You

Abi? Don't want to scare EVERYONE! add those and and even I'm thinking 'why do I have a car??' lol

I was focusing more on what you simply cannot get the car to move without that is most likely to happen.

Car Talk › Re: Your Car Is 'Not An Investment!' by radautoworks: 8:45am On Aug 11, 2018

weyreypey:
No it doesn't. Take a British educational lense and read through the highlighted portion.

I'll put it to you in simpler terms. A ~~square~~ investment is a ~~rectangle~~ asset but a ~~rectangle~~ asset is not necessarily a ~~square~~ investment.

Car Talk › Re: Your Car Is 'Not An Investment!' by radautoworks: 8:38am On Aug 11, 2018

weyreypey:
Why did you use the word investment in nonprofit investment. Why nonprofit asset....

You all need to get to the philosophical underpinnings of these concepts. Which people in finance rarely do.

You do realize your own picture just supported our argument. An investment has to be expected to be MORE valuable in the future which is exactly what your definition says.. notice also it lists asset as a synonym for investment but not vice-versa grin

You're killing us making our argument for us!

Car Talk › Re: Your Car Is 'Not An Investment!' by radautoworks: 8:36am On Aug 11, 2018

weyreypey:
Why did you use the word investment in nonprofit investment. Why nonprofit asset....

You all need to get to the philosophical underpinnings of these concepts. Which people in finance rarely do.

Because investments are ASSETS lol

Car Talk › Re: Your Car Is 'Not An Investment!' by radautoworks: 8:33am On Aug 11, 2018

fuckboys:
you're very wrong again, even non-profit investments is an asset to it's owner

Correct again. All it has to do is be able to be turned into cash.

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