Car repair and maintenance

[teomingern]

Yup correct... total bill is $3000+, got to change everything... whole shock absorber assembly plus power steering rack (reconditioned) plus lower control arm plus drive shaft... plus bonnet support struts... all original parts...

Enough to pay for a family holiday somewhere...

Edited October 26, 2023 by teomingern

[mersaylee]

On 10/24/2023 at 8:27 PM, teomingern said:

Anyone can recommend a good workshop west side? Maybe within the Toh Guan area? My car developed a clunking sound on the right front wheel. I suspect it's a suspension problem. I brought it to an AutoServ workshop at the Shell nearest my place and the mechanic hoisted the car, use his mobile phone torch and looked around. Then he came to me and said just change the entire front suspension. Quoted me $1540 for both sides, shocks, mounting, bumper, cover, link, etc. And he also said cos the car is wet, he can't really tell if the shock was leaking. So I said I come again tomorrow to let you check cos I was not willing to change everything if only 1 part is spoiled. He said ok can just change the link and see if it helps.

So eh... does this smell fishy? Or is this standard for workshops? I used to have a trusted mechanic who will diagnose and just replace the worn part but he's retired... so have to look for somewhere trustworthy... I don't mind paying but I don't want to just change if the mechanic doesn't really do any checking... just visual...

Let me know if you have any recommendations or any thoughts on the encounter above... I have very little experience with workshops cos I always used my old mechanic... so a little handicapped here...

Thanks in advance!

Torch light plus eye power...liddat I also can be a TCM lokun...aga aga try this and that to see if it helps...oh oh...remember to drink more water... 😁

[teomingern]

Got my car back... waited over an hour cos the boss was determined to sort out a clunking sound which he attributed to the new steering rack installed (reconditioned)... didn't manage to sort it out today... so he asked for me to bring the car back to sort it out...

[taracarroll]

Choosing a workshop for your car repair and maintenance work is a very tricky thing, I believe in the mouth of words - if we ask several people and according to their experience, they suggest the same name of workshop then I can choose it. You also need to choose a company-specific workshop so that you can easily complain in case of bad repair work about it and raise your issues which can tackle. Next, you can also choose Workshop according to your insurance provider company so that there are two parties involved and you don't need to bear extra pain for all of your repair works.

[Yeobh]

This simple mechanic tool will at least help to  narrow down the noise generating source . Low investment with high return.

[goostakekk]

Car Repair and Maintenance: Regular maintenance and timely repairs are essential for keeping your car in top shape. Whether you drive an SUV, convertible, or hatchback, certain tasks are crucial. Here are some key aspects of car care:

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Body Work: Address dents and dings promptly. Car window tinting can also be a good idea.
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[MT1972]

Sent my 7 years old BMW G30 for servicing and engine mount replacements.  Car went to workshop with no errors or engine check light. Car was running fine. After 3 days, Workshop owner called me saying engine check light is on after replacing engine mountings. Took him another 3 days to remap the ECU which he charges me $480. Says engine check light is on and need me to replace coolant tank as level sensor is faulty. I had a low coolant level warning a month ago, so sensor was working fine before!. Had to replace radiator flaps (which was faulty for more than 3 years, stayed open and never registered any engine check light. All in all lost usage of my car for 1 week, additional bill of $1400 for this "engine check light" that was non existence when i sent in my car. I seriously believe their mechanic messed up or they are just taking me for sucker! Experts, please comment. Greatly appreciate your thoughts....

[yorixoj]

Skipping service can lead to costly issues, and it may impact resale value. Whether it’s an oil change, brake check, or annual maintenance, don’t cut corners. Always go to an authorized Ferrari service center.

[yorixoj]

Skipping service can lead to costly issues, and it may impact resale value. Whether it’s an oil change, brake check, or annual maintenance, don’t cut corners. Always go to an authorized Ferrari service center.

[yorixoj]

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[WAKE]

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[Beregond]

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[Kklim]

Just had lower control arms and steering rack bushes replaced in Malaysia. Fewer klok klok sounds from undercarriage and car handles better 

[boonhat_91]

My regular workshop recommended to replace my front lower control arms at next service due to bushings wear. Should I also replace other front suspension components during the same job? E.g. shock absorbers, toe arms and/or other linkages?

[Beregond]

On 12/4/2025 at 9:47 AM, boonhat_91 said:

My regular workshop recommended to replace my front lower control arms at next service due to bushings wear. Should I also replace other front suspension components during the same job? E.g. shock absorbers, toe arms and/or other linkages?

If your car is old. All those stuff never change before.  And u still intent to drive many years. 

Then 1 shot go loh

Absorber mount and bearing. Plus absorber. 

Stabiliser link and stabiliser Bush.

Plus lower arm and ball joint if have. 

That's about it.

[boonhat_91]

On 12/4/2025 at 10:21 AM, Beregond said:

If your car is old. All those stuff never change before.  And u still intent to drive many years. 

Then 1 shot go loh

Absorber mount and bearing. Plus absorber. 

Stabiliser link and stabiliser Bush.

Plus lower arm and ball joint if have. 

That's about it.

7.5 years 130k km considered old? If I minimally intend to drive until coe ends (renew if wallet allows) it should be still worthwhile to change all those I suppose.