can anyone recommend a good shop in the mobile, alabama area, if not pensacola, fl is nearby

i think i'm getting ripped off by my mechanic and i'm hopeful that someone knows of a good one soemwhere in my area...i'm getting a ticking noise that seems to be associated w/ my accelerator and i had oil leaks that happened only when it was running and i had jsut took it to the guy for a general overlook....he said it was all fine. MY ASS!!!!! i feel so stupid cuz i check it for leaks and usually watch it very closely but i didn't so much cuz i jsut took it the the mechanic and he said it was in good shape! *crying very loudly*
its my own damn fault cuz it ran super low on oil but now the guy is saying
i need a new motor....its a ticking clicking noise....only sounds when on the road and under load.
please help me.

I can give you the name of a couple of shops in Atlanta if you can travel that distance. Sorry I cant help you any more then that.

i can't...but what's the average for a motor replacement and/or rebuild prices?

I woulld post that question to the Tech Forum. I am sure that there are a bunch of people there that could give you a more qualified answer. Also, there is an auto salvage called riteway in Alabama. They may be able to help you with getting a used engine rather then a rebuilt one.

Anyone know of a good independent shop in Birmingham, Alabama?

The dealership there wants around $200 to do a ppi. That seemed a little steep to me, since I only paid $80 for my last one here in Cincy.

Thanks.

There are some talented forum members in the Birmghm. area. Maybe see if one will lend you a set of eyes

For a PPI I would suggest Central Auto in Homewood. Bob Parker is the owner (nice guy) . They have been around for many years and are quite reasonable. This is a two man shop (Bob/Terrell) with Bob's brother Jim handling the schedule. 205-870-3146

Cheers

Gerard Gunhouse

"The Mercedes Doctor"
100 Morrow Ave.
Trussvile, AL 35173
(205)661-5880

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