I went to the mechanic at the local auto repair place because my car was making a very loud grinding noiss when i stop the car. the guy said that there was a lot of things wrong with it , i wrote them down, including the brakes, timing belt, axle crankshaft repair, and he said that alignments need to be done and its gonna cost me about 2200 to get fixed. This seems like alot of stuff to do but it ran good but it just made loud noises. is all this necessary?
2007-06-12 16:14:39 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Truth known, it could probably uses some upholstery work, a tune up a paint job and a new stereo. What you NEED is your brakes repaired. At least pads and rotors turned or replaced.
It's your money. Don't let him sell you more than you can afford.
2007-06-12 16:22:05 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
For now, it sounds like you should get some brake work done. The timing belt should be replaced every 60,000 to 100,000 miles, depending on the car. This is a required maintenance item because it will break eventually if not replaced, and a broken timing belt will result in significant engine damage if you have an interference engine. Ask the mechanic about the other problems, why he thinks they are problems, and to show you the problems. For example, he can show you that the timing belt's teeth are messed up on parts of the belt, or show you some cracks in the belt. Show that you care about learning about the car, and that you won't be tricked easily. Ask why he thinks an alignment is needed. He should have checked the alignment with a machine (an alignment rack) to determine that an alignment is needed. But if the car doesn't drive straight when the steering wheel is straight, then it is obvious that an alignment is needed. If it isn't too serious, I would wait until you get your tires replaced to get an alignment.
2007-06-13 00:04:20 · answer #2 · answered by Spee 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Probably not, get a second opinion.
Depending on what type of grinding, that is most probably the brakes, have the axles looked at, but they usually make more of a clunking noise, especially when backing up.
Timing belt is maintanence repair, should be replaced every 60, 000 miles.
I am confused on the crankshaft? what was said? If it were bad, or faulty, the car would not run.
Depending on what is needed, price will vary. Call around, most places will give free estimates.
I work for a repair shop, and write all the service orders.
2007-06-12 23:25:28 · answer #3 · answered by TKinMI 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it is just the brakes. Definitely need new pads and if your car was shaking when you began to brake, then your rotors are warped and you'll need new ones. Here is my BEST advice, if you know anyone who can do a brake job (that they really know what they are doing and whom you trust), LET THEM DO IT. You may have four - wheel disc brakes, depending on your make and model, which are way easier to do then drum. A lot of people don't have the tools for drums. Semi-metallic pads are usually around $15-$25. That means to put new pads on your front two wheels will cost you on $15-$25 if you know someone who will do it for free. If you go to a shop and they will probably charge you around $80/axle which, with tax, is like $200 for your front wheels. Big difference. And if you don't know anyone, call around to some shops and ask them how much they will charge if you already have the pads. And w/out a doubt, if you don't get new rotors, make sure you get them turned!
2007-06-13 13:25:14 · answer #4 · answered by britt2684 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know crap about cars but I know that this mechanic may be taking advantage of you. Get a second, possibly a third opinion. Do you have anybody you trust (like an uncle who knows a little something about cars)? If so, run all of this by them b/c depending on your miles, car, etc...this could be unneccesary.
I would suggest determining the exact noise (when and where it happens, what it sounds like, where it's coming from, what you're doing when it occurs such as braking on a slope, etc...) and then post a more specific question here again. Lots of people could give you some better information.
2007-06-12 23:21:09 · answer #5 · answered by Beanie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The metal to metal grinding sound is a classic symptom of
worn out brake pads.
The rest of the items are an overview of what other work(besides the brakes) you need done to your car.
I think the mechanic did you a favor in telling you the facts.
Take your car to two other reputable mechanics and do not
tell each one what the previous one told you.
Someone once told me that a person can never have too
much information, excluding national security issues and
criminal issues as in accessory before and after the fact.
Good luck. Thank you.
2007-06-12 23:22:51 · answer #6 · answered by lrsepulvado 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the grinding is worn brake pads,as far as the rest goes,a car is a money pit,you can put a little in now or a lot later,timing belt,axle shafts,really important,if timing belt breaks the valves will go through the pistons,bend valves,major engine damage,axle shafts breaks could cause accident,and major damage,it might be time to get a new ride good luck
2007-06-12 23:23:48 · answer #7 · answered by dwayne t 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
grinding is from the brakes...all the other items are the mechanic trying to make a living! so do the brakes for now and keep in mind other stuff!
2007-06-12 23:19:55 · answer #8 · answered by james d 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋