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lol internet.
Sep 4, 2007
the internet makes you stupid
Thought this thread might be a bit relevant to ask my questions:

1. Pros and cons of dealership mechanic vs wal mart mechanic? I was told the transmission and transmission fluid needs to be replaced by the Toyota mechanic.

2. When do you know the transmission needs to be fixed? Is it mileage based?

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lol internet.
Sep 4, 2007
the internet makes you stupid

Thwomp posted:

1) Ignore both and find an independent shop. Check Yelp, ask around (someone you know knows someone who's REALLY into cars), and try a couple of different garages out. You'll be amazed how much better you and your car will be treated by a trustworthy and independent mechanic.

2) Transmission stuff usually revolves around checking the fluid once every great while. If its dirty, it probably just needs changing. If it's dirty far prior to the regular interval, something may be wrong. Anything beyond fluid gets expensive real quick because transmissions are pricey.

It's one of those issues where if it looks like it's going to go south, you just have to wait for it.

Thanks. I will need to follow up with my wife, she just said needs to change transmission and fluid.

When you say independent shop, I assume places like Mr. Lube and Wal Mart don't count correct?

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