Oeditpus Rex
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Thu Sep-14-06 09:54 PM
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Believe it or don't — a *good* mechanic story |
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I had a couple of busted exhaust hangers (one weld broke yesterday when I was installng new header gaskets), so I went to a muffler shop today to get 'em re-welded. It took the guy about half an hour, whereupon he goes, "Twenty bucks." Right off, I'm getting a break because standard automotive labor is $45-$55 per hour.
I pulled out my debit card and he said, "I need a minimum $30 for that." No biggie; I said, "Well, how about if I buy something to make it $30?" He goes, "Nah, if you need to run to the bank, I trust you." Then I said, "Well, I've got $15 in cash," and he said, "Okay, just gimme that."
I guess it helped that he has two El Caminos of his own. :thumbsup:
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lizziegrace
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Thu Sep-14-06 10:09 PM
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I deal with mechanics who are honest and don't overcharge, but I've never been that lucky.
You must be living life right. ;)
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