sears rip off
10-09-2004, 06:28 PM
#1
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sears rip off
i got my struts and springs for like almost 2 weeks and i went to sears to get the estimate to install them guy gave me estimate for $695+ and thas w/o alignment WTF why is it too much
10-09-2004, 07:30 PM
#2
yes it's too much. I suggest you locate a couple of .org members in your area and you guys get together on a weekend and put them on. All you'll need in tools are:
1) set of 1/2" drive socket wrenches and ratchet
2) breaker bar for above
3) spring compressors (rent from autozone)
4) pipe wrench
That is nowhere near $150 in tools and you'll have them for other jobs.
Get some beer and have a barbecue while you're at it and make it a fun event.
1) set of 1/2" drive socket wrenches and ratchet
2) breaker bar for above
3) spring compressors (rent from autozone)
4) pipe wrench
That is nowhere near $150 in tools and you'll have them for other jobs.
Get some beer and have a barbecue while you're at it and make it a fun event.
10-09-2004, 07:54 PM
#3
Or go to some independent shop. Chains suck. Go to cars.com then to the cartalk section (yes I listen to public radio at times). There are recommendations for mechanics by area in there...you can even specify make.
10-10-2004, 04:46 AM
#6
Aren't they having a central Florida meet on the 23rd??? You should hook up with someone there, bring some beer, a grill, and a few burgers/hotdogs, and have at it!! 
Make new friends AND get your **** fixed!! How cool is THAT??
Make new friends AND get your **** fixed!! How cool is THAT??
10-10-2004, 06:27 AM
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Originally Posted by Terran
Or go to some independent shop. Chains suck. Go to cars.com then to the cartalk section (yes I listen to public radio at times). There are recommendations for mechanics by area in there...you can even specify make.
fo shizzle
10-10-2004, 07:05 AM
#8
Never go to sears for strut. I had Monroe black ( the best one they sell at sears)put in for my 95 Accord and after two year they rode like crap (they bottom out when it cold outside). But, I only paid only 400 with alignment. My worn OEM strut rode better. the good part is they give out life time warrantee on parts and labor, but who wants replacement, they are crap struts.
Make sure you put in good stuff like KYB, Koni, etc or else it waste of money.
Make sure you put in good stuff like KYB, Koni, etc or else it waste of money.
10-10-2004, 09:21 AM
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Originally Posted by NYC TAR
Never go to sears for strut. I had Monroe black ( the best one they sell at sears)put in for my 95 Accord and after two year they rode like crap (they bottom out when it cold outside). But, I only paid only 400 with alignment. My worn OEM strut rode better. the good part is they give out life time warrantee on parts and labor, but who wants replacement, they are crap struts.
Make sure you put in good stuff like KYB, Koni, etc or else it waste of money.
Make sure you put in good stuff like KYB, Koni, etc or else it waste of money.
10-10-2004, 10:06 PM
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Originally Posted by filtor1
Come to the CFMA in Tampa. There is plenty of help there. I will be there as well. Post up in the regional forums southeast.
10-11-2004, 07:59 AM
#14
yup, look around the regional forums or somehow find someone that's close. I typically charge $120 for a spring/strut install... but I'm only 1000 miles away.
expect to pay anywhere from a 6-pack to $100-$150, depending on how good of a friend you are.
expect to pay anywhere from a 6-pack to $100-$150, depending on how good of a friend you are.
10-14-2004, 07:38 PM
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Originally Posted by tedo007
i got my struts and springs for like almost 2 weeks and i went to sears to get the estimate to install them guy gave me estimate for $695+ and thas w/o alignment WTF why is it too much
thats robbery. And why are you going to sears for car work 
are there no reputable shops around your area ? i wouldnt take my car to sears by my house if they paid me 695 bucks. And i agree get a strut compression tool ($30) for a good one and get to work i did my whole car in 4 hours
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