Thread: repairs

Originally Posted by wanabe7

Hi, Can anyone recomend an honest and reliable landrover mechanic who works in the western area of Melb. I need pistons, rings, maybe a rebore, etc. I have spent a lot of money on this motor, it has been pulled down twice and no one suggested I may need new rings even though one guy said he could see his reflection in the bore. I had the head done and the new compression stuffed the pistons. I can transport the truck to the location. Thanks Guys. ps, Its a 96 disco 2.4 tdi.

Is there such a thing as an honest mechanic. I have had a few ex-mechanics tell me about how they had ripped of their customers before they became Christians. Perhaps there are some honest ones.

I do know of 1 lol. but at 90 bux an hour (he must have a phd) I may be better off buying a new motor.

Originally Posted by wanabe7

I do know of 1 lol. but at 90 bux an hour (he must have a phd) I may be better off buying a new motor.

$90 per hour is good....

Avg in SA runs around $110.00 p/h

I agree $90p/h is good, however I do pay $85p/h to my Landrover Mechanic.

Thats in QLD though.

I think it is more about having an understanding of what is involved in the work before you have it done and getting quotes for work.

Also make sure your invoice is itemised right down so you can see exactly where money has gone on parts and labour etc.

This is how mine are done and whenerver I have had an issue with an item they have been more than happy to discuss and rectify where necessary.

i have tried most of the mech's on my side of town and i stick with range rov now they charge $110 per hr but my disco has never ran so good!