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Autos › Re: Milex & Carquest, 2nd Largest USA Parts & Repair NOW OPEN In Lekki Phase 2 by radautoworks(op): 5:44pm On Aug 08, 2018
olaade21:
Madam, be expecting me next week on my way to Epe for Eid Kabir. I need to come and eat the Jamaican delicacies and have my Nissan maxima diagnosed.

Good job as well. I so much love when a woman is deeply involved in a family company. Very good of you.
I'm missing everybody! I need to get back to Nigeria. Wet in dey do dis pikin sef wey na now e wan come?

Thank you for the love.
Car Talk › Re: Fuel Pumps In Nigeria. by radautoworks: 5:39pm On Aug 08, 2018
All one can do is use additives and be cautious buYing fuel. Also, don't let tank get below one quarter. I'm at 60k on my car in Nigeria with no fuel pump issues. My catalytic converter on the other hand cry

My family has been in oil from the beginning and i promise is not our fault! It's the tankers and the station storage systems. (Okay maybe the single grade is a little our fault).

Someone hold me back please because someone asked if tokunbo or new fuel pump is better.
Car Talk › Re: Let's Encourage DIY: Operation Show Your DIY Tools. by radautoworks:
erico2k2:
ahahah, Impact wrench
What spec? This is the lowest spec one we have in cordless.
Porter Cable Cordless Impact Wrench - 4Ah 20 Volt Lithium-Ion Battery with pro grade cells - 330 FT-LBS of torque for heavy applications http://weblink.carquest.com/acl/?mfgName=SBD&partNumber=PCC740LA

Autos › Re: Milex & Carquest, 2nd Largest USA Parts & Repair NOW OPEN In Lekki Phase 2 by radautoworks(op): 5:26pm On Aug 08, 2018
Well said dru23. I agree 100%. I'm glad there are sources like you that help bring prices down.
Car Talk › Re: To Rebuild Or To Replace? by radautoworks: 5:21pm On Aug 08, 2018
Piyke:
Personally, I will prefer to rebuild if I have the OEM parts, a capable machinist that will rebore cylinders and whatever needs to be machined.
The truth is a replaced engine is no match for a properly rebuilt engine. A rebuilt engine is practically new.
But again, this depend on location and available funds. Although desirable, rebuilding may not be feasible. If you are in Ebonyi (no offence. Most other states join sef) you are better off getting an engine replaced.
PREACH!

Car Talk › Re: To Rebuild Or To Replace? by radautoworks: 5:15pm On Aug 08, 2018
GAZZUZZ:
One year if you service with us at scheduled intervals. Will do it and sleep well at night.
You brave o! cheesy
Car Talk › Re: To Rebuild Or To Replace? by radautoworks: 4:43pm On Aug 08, 2018
EgunMogaji:
We do replace engines here too and there are many companies bringing in used engines from Japan especially.

Most of the times, the engines that I have replaced have been to get a better JDM or GDM engine that has more power.

Is replacing an engine cheaper and faster> Of course but the customer needs to be given a chance to make a decision.

What I see here is a "we only replace engine" mantra.

This is not good for customer service.
I agree but would argue about the cheaper part. Depends on the engine. e.g. Corolla, yes. Land cruiser, hell no. Plus, still no warranties. It works for a week and breaks, your problem.
Car Talk › Re: To Rebuild Or To Replace? by radautoworks: 4:34pm On Aug 08, 2018
dumo1:
If I have the means replace the engine without looking back. It pays off In the long run.
No,it doesn't.
Car Talk › Re: To Rebuild Or To Replace? by radautoworks: 4:34pm On Aug 08, 2018
lilkech:
right tools? . . . check

OEM spares? . . . check

capable and knowledgeable workmanship? . . . check

engine with no history of extreme neglect or abuse? . . . check

Then let’s rebuild wink

It feels good knowing that those your new pistons and rings are all coming out the workshop with zero mileage although in an old engine block. That’s a feeling of actually ‘knowing’ something is at least gonna work for a few decades without hassles until it gives

It’s like asking me what’s cost effective? Buying a new car or a used one?

Of course buying a used car will forever be more cost effective than a new one no matter the various seen and unforeseen ‘issues’ the used one may have

Well except if it’s an issue of rust . . . Don’t buy a car that’s carrying extreme rust. That’s something your car can’t come back from people
You really didn't leave us much to say here. Most of the time, the damaged parts are few and cheap and may come down to just gaskets, rods or a head that needs machining. We have all the boxes checked and will almost always rebuild rather than replace. It is nearly always cheaper and comes with a warranty (especially in this country with cheap labor). We gave an example in our little rant about rebuilding smiley https://www.nairaland.com/4501821/milex-carquest-2nd-largest-usa/18#69784777

When it's not better for the customer to rebuild, we recommend replacement.

Gazzuzz, would you confidently give a customer a 6 month to 1 year warranty on that beauty? I'm guessing no because you never really know the story behind that replacement. We have the machine to make any engine look prettier than that one in 45minutes and internally it's a piece of crap. It's the same machine used to clean up all the parts when we rebuild.
Autos › Re: Milex & Carquest, 2nd Largest USA Parts & Repair NOW OPEN In Lekki Phase 2 by radautoworks(op):
dru23:
So basically you go to mobil directly be dat now ...cough, cough and cough... well me too I go directly to the manufacture.. Coughs and coughs .... So dru23 buys cheap, pays no duty ..boom and sells cheap ok ok people..... Please just wait for.." "The calm before the storm " and you go know if I pay duties or not ....just wait please,
falzthebadguy:
This one looks more recent volume looks like he can last a while and is still half the price of same product.

17,500

https://www.nairaland.com/4606605/mobil1-5w30-advance-full-synthetic

This is 23,000 extended performance better than what both of you supply protection for up to 15,000miles

https://www.nairaland.com/4477823/us-spec-5-qt-mobil


I could go on and on.... No 6-10day delivery.

What buy from you if in your words you will source for it between 6-10 days and twice the price? How do you ensure product quality if you don't have a particular source? Dru23 shops from Walmart, I have seen the stickers on his product before, same with Autoelectng, how do you know the products you are sourcing within nigeria are quality products?
Dru23, that was a general statement and i don't remember mentioning you. I don't know what you specifically do. What i do know is that some people on here (including you according to falz) buy from Wal-Mart et al on sale. What they then do is take it to shippers who put them inside vehicles or other containers that are classified as household items and either avoid or minimize the tax completely. Oil is considered hazmat and taxed a lot higher than parts, even containerized. With air freight (which is what we use), it's at $7/lb.


This option was offered to us for oil, gas struts, batteries and other hazmat products, however when you bring things by container, it's not as easy. Plus,when you spend as much as we have, you don't risk your entire business on trying to cut corners. Our actual costs for the oil are most likely the same or even lower than yours. Our methods and overhead however are not. You specialize in oil, we do not. It is simply one item in our thousands of lines.

It's there anything untrue in what I've said? And if it doesn't apply to you (and again, i never said it did), move on.

Now if you want to drag this out, we can circumvent all that and simply post both our manufacturer/distributor order invoices right here.
Car Talk › Re: Let's Encourage DIY: Operation Show Your DIY Tools. by radautoworks: 11:54am On Aug 08, 2018
erico2k2:
Madam talk you own ni, you cant just caugh and leave lah datttt grin grin grin
Hehn? No it's the harmattan. Lol

Which tool did you say you wanted?
Autos › Re: Milex & Carquest, 2nd Largest USA Parts & Repair NOW OPEN In Lekki Phase 2 by radautoworks(op): 11:39am On Aug 08, 2018
GAZZUZZ:
why unna just de quote me anyhow this morning?.

Falz go and open your own thread and stop looking for trouble this morning.

Aunty radu, no mind am nah aproko, I sure say him no get bicycle

Haba! On the real though. I'm confused. I didn't know you could get in an argument with someone while agreeing with them! But please settle one thing. Na true I talk?

I'm still waiting for the wahala I started with diportivo
Autos › Re: Milex & Carquest, 2nd Largest USA Parts & Repair NOW OPEN In Lekki Phase 2 by radautoworks(op): 11:24am On Aug 08, 2018
falzthebadguy:
I know what I saw, but here it is in your own writing



This is not the best mobil1 has to offer but same product I am comparing with or is there any transmission transmission?
THAT'S the very first one I replied about and the one I said we are expensive on! It's the one Gazzuzz has for 17,550! I agreed with you so I'm not sure what the dispute is?

radautoworks:


This one we are way more expensive https://www.nairaland.com/4606605/mobil1-5w30-advance-full-synthetic


Like we said, this has been hashed through before on this thread and it was agreed upon to buy the cheaper source. Nothing else makes sense! That is why we don't stock because we know there are slightly cheaper though inconsistent sources. In the event those sources are out, that is where we come in. We can bring them in 24/7/365. ALL OF THEM. For a little bit more than waiting for a sale.

It's 5:30 in the morning and I'm due in three weeks. I'm going back to sleep.
Autos › Re: Milex & Carquest, 2nd Largest USA Parts & Repair NOW OPEN In Lekki Phase 2 by radautoworks(op):
falzthebadguy:
If there is one thing I have learnt on this forum, it is to be weary of cheap engine oil. Until you came on NL I never heard of Carquest engine oil. I have heard of Carquest but not a branded engine oil. Carquest oil is blended by Valvoline to Carquest specifications. Valvoline isn't considered the best oil on the market. Every marketer will swear by his product, but I choose to go with the likes of egunmogaji piyke gazzuzz and other popular autoist here when it comes to the choice of engine oils.
Carquest is Amalie or in rare cases Valvoline.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amalie_Oil_Company

http://www.amalie.com/About-Us

Amalie is way higher performance than Mobil and was actually a high performance racing oil. https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=https://pitstopusa.com/c-891227-oil-fluids-chemicals-motor-oil-amalie-motor-oil.html&ved=2ahUKEwiS4d_so93cAhVClKwKHTHkDFMQFjAGegQIBRAB&usg=AOvVaw0ApiCElCP0jj9kPPrfBsGS


The sheets are there for you to compare. I'm not sure why the aggressiveness from you a about our oil pricing when as your said there are so many sources out there (that again we've endorsed). My only issue is your saying we are double and when i checked, with the exception of one, we are not.

Feel free to ask Gazzuzz and Egunmogaji if these prices are prices they can sustain any time they want it or if they wait for sales. Also ask them about their thoughts on Carquest.

I've used Carquest for my own vehicles and never had a motor go bad so to each his own.

Buy what you're comfortable with!
Autos › Re: Milex & Carquest, 2nd Largest USA Parts & Repair NOW OPEN In Lekki Phase 2 by radautoworks(op):
falzthebadguy:
This one looks more recent volume looks like he can last a while and is still half the price of same product.

17,500

https://www.nairaland.com/4606605/mobil1-5w30-advance-full-synthetic

This is 23,000 extended performance better than what both of you supply protection for up to 15,000miles

https://www.nairaland.com/4477823/us-spec-5-qt-mobil


I could go on and on.... No 6-10day delivery.

What buy from you if in your words you will source for it between 6-10 days and twice the price? How do you ensure product quality if you don't have a particular source? Dru23 shops from Walmart, I have seen the stickers on his product before, same with Autoelectng, how do you know the products you are sourcing within nigeria are quality products?
This one we are way more expensive https://www.nairaland.com/4606605/mobil1-5w30-advance-full-synthetic

Our price on this http://weblink.carquest.com/acl/?mfgName=MOB&partNumber=14977 is N25,733 NOT double https://www.nairaland.com/4477823/us-spec-5-qt-mobil we are only N2,700 more than AutoElectNG

I could go on and on.... No 6-10day delivery I explained that and told you it was intentional

What buy from you if in your words you will source for it between 6-10 days and twice the price? I didn't say you should! I said there were better prices out there and recommended some!

How do you ensure product quality if you don't have a particular source? Dru23 shops from Walmart, I have seen the stickers on his product before, same with Autoelectng, how do you know the products you are sourcing within nigeria are quality products. Not sure where you got this impression... We don't source from Nigeria or Walmart. We get through manufacturers from USA! Please look up Carquest and Advance Auto parts. That's why the other guys can sell cheaper. Wait for a Walmart sale or liquidation, buy cheap, don't pay duty and boom!
Autos › Re: Milex & Carquest, 2nd Largest USA Parts & Repair NOW OPEN In Lekki Phase 2 by radautoworks(op): 10:57am On Aug 08, 2018
Autos › Re: Milex & Carquest, 2nd Largest USA Parts & Repair NOW OPEN In Lekki Phase 2 by radautoworks(op):
falzthebadguy:
Small champ https://www.nairaland.com/3077874/mobil-1-high-mileage-full-synthetic

Small champ https://www.nairaland.com/3814128/american-mobil-1-engine-oil

https://www.nairaland.com/2880651/us-engine-oils-toyota-motor/1


these are all small time business men who also pay duty, and their prices are cheaper. This is just engine oil, we are yet look at other parts being offered.
Just checked and they are not even much cheaper!!

Thank you!!

Autos › Re: Milex & Carquest, 2nd Largest USA Parts & Repair NOW OPEN In Lekki Phase 2 by radautoworks(op): 10:02am On Aug 08, 2018
diportivo:
well

once I have money to afford these expensive oil I already know where to buy them grin
That's why we have them on 6-10 day delivery because we know people can get them cheaper. If someone really can't find it and orders it,we bring it in. We don't stock them unless ordered smiley

And I'm going to say something that will start quarrel. Carquest is better than Mobil one anyway. Come at me bro smiley
Autos › Re: Milex & Carquest, 2nd Largest USA Parts & Repair NOW OPEN In Lekki Phase 2 by radautoworks(op):
falzthebadguy:
Small champ https://www.nairaland.com/3077874/mobil-1-high-mileage-full-synthetic

Small champ https://www.nairaland.com/3814128/american-mobil-1-engine-oil

https://www.nairaland.com/2880651/us-engine-oils-toyota-motor/1


these are all small time business men who also pay duty, and their prices are cheaper. This is just engine oil, we are yet look at other parts being offered.
No,they do not pay duty. As previously mentioned, that option is available to us but not at the volume we move. It would be too obvious. It is also why you notice their inventory is not consistent. They find sales and liquidations, buy cheap and avoid duty so inventory is whatever they could find on that week.

We are transparent and confident in what we offer. If you look through the thread, you will see that we have quoted many, many parts. We even provided one or two other sellers we discovered selling the same parts we do because we know they may sometimes be cheaper for the customer. Ebuks4ever one of your links is even one we've promoted.
Autos › Re: Milex & Carquest, 2nd Largest USA Parts & Repair NOW OPEN In Lekki Phase 2 by radautoworks(op):
falzthebadguy:
Why are your Mobil1 synthetic engine oils over 2wice the price what is obtainable on this forum from the likes of Dru23? They are small champs but sell same oil and better (high mileage) at 15,500 for the 5liter quart.
You do know high mileage means for older cars not more miles right?

That is a great question.

We addressed this before and thebigkendo is exactly right. We do not shop liquidations and sales overseas as we are provided regular inventory by manufacturers. Couple that with how we bring in our inventory and we end up at the price we are. We know how the 'small champs' bring oil in for those prices but would rather not go that route.

We cannot be the lowest at every item we sell but can promise original and consistent inventory at fair prices overall every single time as you see with the other oils on the list. As a distributor,we must also provide our commercial accounts with a different pricing tier. Add on the fact that we accept responsibility for everything we sell in the form of warranties.

Besides,if we were the lowest in everything, how would the 'small champs' survive? wink
Car Talk › Re: Let's Encourage DIY: Operation Show Your DIY Tools. by radautoworks: 10:56pm On Aug 07, 2018
erico2k2:
its expenssive, I mean teh real stuff not those cheap £100 ones that can pull a log nut ahaha
*Cough*
Car Talk › Re: Guys My Vehicle Was Saved From An Incompetent Nairaland Auto Guru Mayor2013 by radautoworks: 10:44pm On Aug 07, 2018
grin grin now I know how to get all of your attention ROFL!! If you like, go ask Glen for donut. You go see real Rasta kiss kiss
Autos › Re: Milex & Carquest, 2nd Largest USA Parts & Repair NOW OPEN In Lekki Phase 2 by radautoworks(op): 6:10pm On Aug 07, 2018
maballack:
Contemplating instead of a grind but getting a new break disc
whats the pricing on that
for same Lexus es350 2009
Carquest Platinum front rotor 296mm, Painted hat and edge; 120 hour salt spray tested N28,820 each 1 year warranty http://weblink.carquest.com/acl/?mfgName=BDR&partNumber=YH145713P IN STOCK

Carquest Platinum rear rotor Painted hat and edge; 120 hour salt spray tested N21,535 1 year warranty http://weblink.carquest.com/acl/?mfgName=BDR&partNumber=YH145712P IN STOCK
Autos › Re: Milex & Carquest, 2nd Largest USA Parts & Repair NOW OPEN In Lekki Phase 2 by radautoworks(op): 6:01pm On Aug 07, 2018
jodeci:
Please do you have AC condenser for 2007 Nissan Pathfinder,if yes,how much.
Carquest AC condenser N110,595 1 year warranty http://weblink.carquest.com/acl/?mfgName=RDR&partNumber=6469 6-10 day

Labor 2.1hrs = N10,500
Autos › Re: Milex & Carquest, 2nd Largest USA Parts & Repair NOW OPEN In Lekki Phase 2 by radautoworks(op): 5:18pm On Aug 07, 2018
GreekDon:
Please we need this kind of service here in Port Harcourt. Got plans of expanding down East?
Actually, yes we do. We will be franchising 9 more locations over the next 7 years. Once we do, our warranties will be Nationwide. Any shop will honor any other shop's warranty.

Currently, Ibadan, Abuja and Enugu are in the works. PH is one of my priorities and if we don't have a franchisee interested there, we may end up doing it ourselves.
Autos › Re: Milex & Carquest, 2nd Largest USA Parts & Repair NOW OPEN In Lekki Phase 2 by radautoworks(op): 4:34pm On Aug 07, 2018
GreekDon:
Do you have brake pads front and rear for 2009 Honda accord?
Yes, in both gold ceramic and silver organic. I recommend the silvers for the Honda.

Wearever Silver Organic Rear Brake Pads N13,505 6 month warranty http://weblink.carquest.com/acl/?mfgName=WVR&partNumber=NAD1451

Wearever Silver Semi-Metallic Front Brake Pads N11,315 6 month warranty http://weblink.carquest.com/Weblink_2_0/appCategoryPage.htm?categoryId=2617&categoryDesc=Front+Brake+Pads+%26+Shoes&categoryChildren=false

Labor= 1.7 hrs +1.6 hrs= N16,500
Car Talk › Re: Guys My Vehicle Was Saved From An Incompetent Nairaland Auto Guru Mayor2013 by radautoworks: 10:15am On Aug 07, 2018
obekediamondfuto:
nice one Mama I seriously want this to change.... I'll be visiting on Saturday to eat the donuts
See? When I asked for food that time you offered to get me in trouble instead. Now I'm finishing your quote, you dey look for donut SMH

You see that you are greedy? cheesy
Autos › Re: Milex & Carquest, 2nd Largest USA Parts & Repair NOW OPEN In Lekki Phase 2 by radautoworks(op): 10:11am On Aug 07, 2018
erico2k2:
Excellent, ETA of service?
I'm hoping to do front alignment of my car there if its up and running at the time.
You have to call the shop. I'm not in town. Glen will know.
Autos › Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by radautoworks: 3:22am On Aug 07, 2018
dapotemi:
I hit "many" pot holes with speed my brother; at a time i was just tired of pressing the brake. What do you mean by dynamic wheel balancing pls
embarassed lesson learnt I hope. undecided
Car Talk › Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by radautoworks:
Iceman296:
My car is too low, especially on this Nigerian Road.

What do you I do?
Probably cheaper alternative in Long run is to change tires and possibly rim. You won't get a lot of lift but maybe just enough. Lifting the car itself or using spacers in the long run will increase your maintenance costs.

Alternatively, and I say this without any sarcasm, sell and get a car with more clearance.
Car Talk › Re: Engine Oil Requirements ... Advice Needed.. by radautoworks: 3:15am On Aug 07, 2018
weyreypey:
For w203 c320 2003 model fleece oil filters
Why do you want to make me work?? Common year and model. Una Nigerians with your w203, x473, ?234 lol
Car Talk › Re: Engine Oil Requirements ... Advice Needed.. by radautoworks: 3:12am On Aug 07, 2018
meetchandus:
Thanks a lot.the demand is quite low here in nigeria.Reached out to gazzuzz but he doesn't have any in stock. Will try to order and ship down here..
Chai! See how this man just dismiss me lol

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