FFS, where are all the real mechanics gone?

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Originally Posted by Eevo

they dont call themself a mechanic for starters.

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The reality is with jobs like this they usually get burnt and cant charge for the hours that they are likely to spend doing the job.
If they did you would have a thread about how bad the mechanics were as they charged you 5K for an engine swap.
Its far easier to work as a parts fitter for Toyota s than taking on a job like this.

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Originally Posted by BigJon

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For example. My main mechanic is boostworx performance engineers. I go to him when I want a bigger turbo and then a custom tune to match.
If I wanted to do an engine swap, i would use him.

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Originally Posted by roverrescue

I agree Didge,
But seriously. I would consider avoiding the disco-fender gearbag swap over - I say this only because JC has said it is a palaver and he would not do it again! reason enough for me to steer well clear.

Steve

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Do you mean changing the linkages/etc was difficult, or did he keep the disco shifter and modifying the floor was a pain? I haven't quite made up my mind on that part, the disco shifter sits further back so would mean I don't have to lean forward to change gears (I sit a fair way back thanks to Mulgo seat rails). Only problem is it would mean the centre cubby has to go...

Oh, and yes, have done a few engine swaps when I was young and silly. Not rocket science, but not wouldn't be much fun on a dirt floored shed.

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Originally Posted by Eevo

For example. My main mechanic is boostworx performance engineers. I go to him when I want a bigger turbo and then a custom tune to match.
If I wanted to do an engine swap, i would use him.

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So the implication is a "mechanic" is no good, but an "engineer" is?

If I was still in Tamworth I'd come and help :p
The Disco/Defender box swap, as previously mentioned, is supposed to be a royal PITA.

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So the implication is a "mechanic" is no good, but an "engineer" is?

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there are exceptions to the rule but in general, i would not be going to a mechanic for an engine swap.

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So the implication is a "mechanic" is no good, but an "engineer" is?

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In a drinking contest perhaps :D

I've never seen a mechanic too drunk to stand up but can still complete advanced mathematical equations to the 200th decimal place

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The new vehicle dealerships around here describe their workshop staff as "technicians". I always thought the distinction between a tradesman and a technician was that the technician held a diploma whilst a tradesman held a trades certificate. I doubt if any of the oil drainers and parts replacers at the dealerships hold diplomas.