One helluva expensive repair estimate
04-12-2012, 10:38 AM
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One helluva expensive repair estimate
So I went to Park Ave Acura in Maywood, NJ the other day and look what they showed me...
+5k in repairs????!?!?!?!
I'm guessing the LCA bushing are torn bc of my ride height being low without a camber kit... anyone out there that had similar problems, want to throw in some help?? I know I'm definitely going to find a local mechanic for the fixes, IF they are even an issue..
+5k in repairs????!?!?!?!
I'm guessing the LCA bushing are torn bc of my ride height being low without a camber kit... anyone out there that had similar problems, want to throw in some help?? I know I'm definitely going to find a local mechanic for the fixes, IF they are even an issue..
04-12-2012, 03:19 PM
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Hit up MP Built in Port Reading. I just had my j pipe, pre-cat, axles done. I am getting new control arms done soon. Yes it's expensive, but the quality is there and it is STILL CHEAPER THAN DEALERSHIPS!
04-12-2012, 03:33 PM
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I just like the original estimate of $74.95. Oh and by the way, you need $5,345 worth of recommended repairs. Crazy expensive
Good luck with finding a local shop and saving tons of money
Good luck with finding a local shop and saving tons of money
04-12-2012, 06:59 PM
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Are you out of warranty? The motor mounts for sure are part of the 6-year/70,000 mile drive train warranty. Maybe the other stuff on that list too (oil pump? main seal?).
04-12-2012, 07:58 PM
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04-13-2012, 11:40 AM
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How is your car out of warranty? 
I'd have a talk with the service manager about factory assistance if there really are that many issues, if the warranty does not apply. Every one of those problems noted on the estimate is abnormal at less than 45K miles on a stock car.
I'd have a talk with the service manager about factory assistance if there really are that many issues, if the warranty does not apply. Every one of those problems noted on the estimate is abnormal at less than 45K miles on a stock car.
04-13-2012, 12:57 PM
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Time to sell or trade in the car. Just another option rather than fixing the problems.
Ohh while your at it, I believe the radiator cap will start to leak to. A new cap cost about $16.95. You can get it at Honda if your local Acura shop is far or don't have it in stock.
Ohh while your at it, I believe the radiator cap will start to leak to. A new cap cost about $16.95. You can get it at Honda if your local Acura shop is far or don't have it in stock.
04-13-2012, 01:26 PM
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Basic Warranty is 4 Years/50K miles and powertrain is 6 years 70miles (72500miles with the lawsuit) whichever comes first.
OP try to call Acura HQ, see if they can goodwill it or atleast a percentage of it off.
04-13-2012, 03:17 PM
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OEM Front Mounts = $138.50
OEM Passenger Mounts = $71.10
OEM Rear Mounts = $130.37
You can DIY by using a jack and some tools. Save yourself at least $400 in labor. Man, dealership makes a big profit out of labor alone.
OEM Passenger Mounts = $71.10
OEM Rear Mounts = $130.37
You can DIY by using a jack and some tools. Save yourself at least $400 in labor. Man, dealership makes a big profit out of labor alone.
OP's car is an '07 with 45K miles, and all that leaking and stuff seems related to the powertrain...
04-13-2012, 06:00 PM
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Time to sell or trade in the car. Just another option rather than fixing the problems.
Ohh while your at it, I believe the radiator cap will start to leak to. A new cap cost about $16.95. You can get it at Honda if your local Acura shop is far or don't have it in stock.
Ohh while your at it, I believe the radiator cap will start to leak to. A new cap cost about $16.95. You can get it at Honda if your local Acura shop is far or don't have it in stock.
will look into it thanksi think im gna go with xlr8 motor mounts, all ive been reading is good stuff about em.
04-14-2012, 10:56 AM
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What I'd want to know is, "Why didnt' your dealer tell you that?" Time for you to find an honest dealer.
Warranty booklet for 2007 here: http://owners.acura.com/Documentum/Warranty/Handbooks/BWL32398.pdf
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04-17-2012, 12:17 PM
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Acura labor rates are always going to be higher. I think its $150 an hour or something like that. Take it to a local garage instead.
04-17-2012, 10:09 PM
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Ok so i tried calling acura (a number i found somewhere), and was put on hold numerous times so i gave up on that...
I'm currently trying to find time to see "Jae" the guy who has a garage in Teterboro, NJ and see if he can lend me a hand.
*i recently found out i scraped my jpipe PRETTY bad going over some big ass speed bump...and I'm probably going to have to replace it as well..
I'm currently trying to find time to see "Jae" the guy who has a garage in Teterboro, NJ and see if he can lend me a hand.
*i recently found out i scraped my jpipe PRETTY bad going over some big ass speed bump...and I'm probably going to have to replace it as well..
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