2000 Honda Civic LX 99k.
So I called my usual mechanic and he quoted me $650. I asked if he does a warranty and he says no because the part is cheap and the job may scratch the crankshaft. Is this normal?
Another shop I went to offered $500 and while I asked the mechanic but not the owner, they said they'll offer a 1yr warranty.
As far as this job goes, is it something that can have a warranty? Because a rack and pinion is an expensive part and if it fails, I understand why it is under warranty and can be replaced if faulty versus a $15 seal.
Curious, if I'm asking someone to do a big job like this, would it be unreasonable to ask for the mechanic to replace all the seals while they're at it if seals around $5-15? Might as well do a few more things to make the engine last if it's already out, no?
Of course you want a warranty on the job. If the shop damages the crankshaft or ruins the seal while installing it, that's their fault and they need to be responsible for that on their dime. Be sure to get it in writing.
There isnt much else in that area that's a simple seal. Most other parts in that area are major drivetrain components (automatic or manual?).
Have you tried putting some AT205 reseal in it? It stopped my RMS leak.
Have you tried putting some AT205 reseal in it? It stopped my RMS leak.
I have an automatic! And yeah, I did clean full synthetic oil with AT205 but it's still leaking (small 2 - 3" puddle) and hitting the exhaust which makes the drive very difficult with the burning oil fumes. I thought it stopped the leak but when the car sits, it still leaks. Maybe my problem was also using full synthetic vs conventional oil? I also used Gumout a few weeks ago and am worried I got rid of the carbon deposits, but anything can happen on a 22 year old car, right?
In one of his videos, Scotty did mention using heavier oil for old cars but at the same time other mods mentioned it'll wear the engine out sooner. I'm def gonna just try to replace the seal and hope this car lasts me another 5 years.
Of course you want a warranty on the job. If the shop damages the crankshaft or ruins the seal while installing it, that's their fault and they need to be responsible for that on their dime. Be sure to get it in writing.
I figured I would avoid my mechanic for this job because he doesn't want to offer a warranty.
I also did not get the rack and pinion replacement 2 year warranty in writing but I'll double check my receipt. Thanks for this!