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racepar1 · 01-23-2008, 02:25 AM

I work at a small shop in northridge, ca and the owners allow me to do side-jobs after work. I have been working as a tech for about 5 years and I specialize in drivetrain and computer controls. There is pretty much no job that I can't do as since I have always worked in small shops I do pretty much everything. I went to LA Pierce College's automotive program and maintained a 3.5gpa in my automotive classes. I have been working on my dad's formula atlantic cars and now his indy car since I was about 10yrs old. I currently have 4 ASE's: auto trans, manual trans/drivetrain/differentials, electrical, and automotive A/C. The only jobs that i won't do (due to the amount of downtime involved) are engine rebuilds. I have installed 4 bushing kits, so that is not a problem. I can do a full install of an energy kit for $450 including alignment (to factory specs custom specs will be $25 extra). If you need any work just PM me and we can arrange a time. Thanks.

gripstr · 01-29-2008, 05:45 PM

Quick Question bro,

For the $450 price, does that include the bushing set aswell?

If not, Please excuse my noobness

thnx

racepar1 · 01-29-2008, 06:17 PM

No, that is for complete install with alignment only. The bushing kit should run you about $150. If you have some aftermarket parts so you don't need ALL of the bushings installed the obviously the price would be less.

*S13Boosts* · 01-30-2008, 11:10 PM

come down and check out my hatch AHHHH!

vutony · 01-30-2008, 11:23 PM

energy bushing installs = easy but time consuming, especially the rear arms

ESmorz · 01-30-2008, 11:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vutony

energy bushing installs = easy but time consuming, especially the rear arms

time is money

racepar1 · 01-31-2008, 10:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ESmorz

time is money

Exactly! If you figure in $65 for alignment, which is pretty average, it comes out to $385 for install alone. It doesn't get much cheaper than that.

240meowth · 02-05-2008, 01:08 PM

this racepar1 is pretty cool, i brought my car to him yesterday 'cause it was driving like nuts, and he helped me out and checked for problems on my car and didn't even want to charge.

tv188m · 02-06-2008, 04:45 PM

what do you think bout an s13 rear subframe? taking one out and putting another in? jw how much you might charge??

thanks dude

Bobafreak · 02-06-2008, 05:50 PM

pm'd!
msglngth

s13.slideways · 02-10-2008, 11:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 240meowth

this racepar1 is pretty cool, i brought my car to him yesterday 'cause it was driving like nuts, and he helped me out and checked for problems on my car and didn't even want to charge.

Same deal! Cool dude!

Bobafreak · 02-11-2008, 04:09 PM

still waiting on a cost.....

Bobafreak · 02-27-2008, 07:06 PM

still waiting mind you...

hybrid22l · 05-12-2008, 09:07 AM

He spent all day working on my car and it came out perfect. You just can't beat the price. He installed a new EGR, took off the IACV and cleaned it, Installed a Nissan Quest alternator for me ( PITA if I had to do it), Flex-a-lite Dual Fans and DIf Dual fan controller, and installed my pig nose lip on my silvia front end ( made custom brackets so it doesn't rip off. I have never seen an install like this before I meet him). He spent all day on my car and if I took it somewhere else, it would have cost me at least 3 folds. Everything came out perfect.

The first time I came down, he messed around with my EGR and didn't even charge me. The second trip he did my motor and tranny mounts. He's a bad ass mechanic and my car runs a lot smoother too. I wasn't even paying attention to some details on my car and he pointed it out and what could happen if I didn't fix it. Bump for a legit mechanic.

Donesyboy · 09-16-2008, 02:03 PM

i just need a check up on my SR = D

Shmex · 09-16-2008, 03:34 PM

Hey racepar its heath from the 818 meets. I work near roscoe and sepulveda.I wanna get my car checked out see if anything is wrong. How much would you charge!???

Also bump for a legit mechanic and nice guy!

818_99G20 · 09-17-2008, 01:04 PM

Thats awesome!!!

I'm having low rough ilde. I tried messing with the iacv using the instructions from the fsm, Checked for vacuum leaks, and still no luck. Now i'm dealing with this problem trying to attempt to install the outalw engineering thermoblock spacers.

I'm in Sherman oaks so your not too far away. how much would you charge?

neverrain · 09-19-2008, 05:23 PM

I would just like to say that Aron is awesome.

He has installed coilovers, a VLSD, and today a Nismo Power Brace. He charges so little for the work that I have tried to give him extra twice now lol. He wouldn't take it though.

This guy is ultra legit and a great mechanic. Has walked through all the installs with me too so I can learn more.

Highly recommend him if you are local. Way cheaper than anyone.

Screenname · 09-22-2008, 10:46 AM

Aron is a very good mechanic and knows what he is doing. He worked on my 240 and did a complete dohc swap from a/c to power steering. He does very clean and professional work. When problems arose he was able to troubleshoot the problems quickly. He also has great prices.

Glad I went to him even if he is a little far from me. Anytime I need anything I will be going to Aron because he is good at what he does and is an honest mechanic.

imnotmatt1189 · 09-22-2008, 01:59 PM

hey how much would you charge to fix the ac in my car? the previous owner disconnected it so i'm not really sure what i'd need to replace or anything...

die hardrift fan · 09-24-2008, 02:02 AM

quick question...my ac hasnt worked since i bought the car. when i press the ac button the light doesnt even go on. the guy said that it was prolly just a fuse. i checked all ac related fuses and relays and they were all good. ive had a few ppl tell me that it is not lighting up because there is no freon in the lines and that there is no pressure. does that make any sense? anyways would you be able to find a solution, if so, please pm me. thanks

racepar1 · 09-24-2008, 04:15 AM

A/C jobs get expensive quick guys, if you are really serious then PM me. I do appreciate you bumping the thread, but this would be better discussed via PM. I do have a waiting list though as I have gotten seriously busy in the last couple months.

TheWayItGoes909 · 09-28-2008, 01:57 PM

can you make it out to the 909 ?

racepar1 · 09-28-2008, 03:08 PM

I am not a mobile mechanic. If you want me to work on your car you have to come to me.

**S13SilviaGirl** · 09-30-2008, 02:48 AM

You're advertiser fees have expired, and this is considered a 'service' which requires an advertiser fee. You aren't the only one, others similar have been locked too.

01-23-2008, 02:25 AM	#1
racepar1 Post Whore! Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Simi Valley, CA Age: 42 Posts: 9,006 Trader Rating: (106) Rides Gallery: racepar1 Feedback Score: 106 reviews	anyone in so-cal need a mechanic? (energy bushing installs too!) I work at a small shop in northridge, ca and the owners allow me to do side-jobs after work. I have been working as a tech for about 5 years and I specialize in drivetrain and computer controls. There is pretty much no job that I can't do as since I have always worked in small shops I do pretty much everything. I went to LA Pierce College's automotive program and maintained a 3.5gpa in my automotive classes. I have been working on my dad's formula atlantic cars and now his indy car since I was about 10yrs old. I currently have 4 ASE's: auto trans, manual trans/drivetrain/differentials, electrical, and automotive A/C. The only jobs that i won't do (due to the amount of downtime involved) are engine rebuilds. I have installed 4 bushing kits, so that is not a problem. I can do a full install of an energy kit for $450 including alignment (to factory specs custom specs will be $25 extra). If you need any work just PM me and we can arrange a time. Thanks. Last edited by racepar1; 09-19-2008 at 05:25 PM..

01-29-2008, 05:45 PM	#2
gripstr Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 546 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	Quick Question bro, For the $450 price, does that include the bushing set aswell? If not, Please excuse my noobness thnx __________________

01-30-2008, 11:23 PM	#5
vutony Post Whore! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: (714) OC area Posts: 5,273 Trader Rating: (145) Feedback Score: 145 reviews	energy bushing installs = easy but time consuming, especially the rear arms __________________ i have engine hoist for rent i do SR wiring

02-05-2008, 01:08 PM	#8
240meowth Nissanaholic! Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: torrance, ca Age: 41 Posts: 2,407 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	this racepar1 is pretty cool, i brought my car to him yesterday 'cause it was driving like nuts, and he helped me out and checked for problems on my car and didn't even want to charge. __________________

02-06-2008, 04:45 PM	#9
tv188m Users Awaiting Email Confirmation Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: orange CA Posts: 8 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	rear subframe? what do you think bout an s13 rear subframe? taking one out and putting another in? jw how much you might charge?? thanks dude

01-29-2008, 06:17 PM	#3
racepar1 Post Whore! Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Simi Valley, CA Age: 42 Posts: 9,006 Trader Rating: (106) Rides Gallery: racepar1 Feedback Score: 106 reviews	No, that is for complete install with alignment only. The bushing kit should run you about $150. If you have some aftermarket parts so you don't need ALL of the bushings installed the obviously the price would be less.

01-30-2008, 11:10 PM	#4
S13Boosts Premium Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: VEGAS Posts: 5,292 Trader Rating: (12) Feedback Score: 12 reviews	come down and check out my hatch AHHHH!

02-06-2008, 05:50 PM	#10
Bobafreak Nissanaholic! Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: 909 Posts: 2,207 Trader Rating: (17) Feedback Score: 17 reviews	pm'd! msglngth __________________ *VIOLENT RUNNING TRIBE* "Love is god, hatin is satin!"

02-11-2008, 04:09 PM	#12
Bobafreak Nissanaholic! Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: 909 Posts: 2,207 Trader Rating: (17) Feedback Score: 17 reviews	still waiting on a cost..... __________________ *VIOLENT RUNNING TRIBE* "Love is god, hatin is satin!"

02-27-2008, 07:06 PM	#13
Bobafreak Nissanaholic! Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: 909 Posts: 2,207 Trader Rating: (17) Feedback Score: 17 reviews	still waiting mind you... __________________ *VIOLENT RUNNING TRIBE* "Love is god, hatin is satin!"

05-12-2008, 09:07 AM	#14
hybrid22l Leaky Injector Join Date: May 2004 Location: southern cali Posts: 83 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	He spent all day working on my car and it came out perfect. You just can't beat the price. He installed a new EGR, took off the IACV and cleaned it, Installed a Nissan Quest alternator for me ( PITA if I had to do it), Flex-a-lite Dual Fans and DIf Dual fan controller, and installed my pig nose lip on my silvia front end ( made custom brackets so it doesn't rip off. I have never seen an install like this before I meet him). He spent all day on my car and if I took it somewhere else, it would have cost me at least 3 folds. Everything came out perfect. The first time I came down, he messed around with my EGR and didn't even charge me. The second trip he did my motor and tranny mounts. He's a bad ass mechanic and my car runs a lot smoother too. I wasn't even paying attention to some details on my car and he pointed it out and what could happen if I didn't fix it. Bump for a legit mechanic.

09-16-2008, 02:03 PM	#15
Donesyboy Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: 対と区東京都/Socal Posts: 368 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	i just need a check up on my SR = D __________________ you can call me prince

09-16-2008, 03:34 PM	#16
Shmex Nissanaholic! Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: West Los to West Knox Age: 38 Posts: 1,846 Trader Rating: (6) Feedback Score: 6 reviews	Hey racepar its heath from the 818 meets. I work near roscoe and sepulveda.I wanna get my car checked out see if anything is wrong. How much would you charge!??? Also bump for a legit mechanic and nice guy! __________________

09-17-2008, 01:04 PM	#17
818_99G20 Leaky Injector Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Sherman Oaks, CA Age: 38 Posts: 104 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Thats awesome!!! I'm having low rough ilde. I tried messing with the iacv using the instructions from the fsm, Checked for vacuum leaks, and still no luck. Now i'm dealing with this problem trying to attempt to install the outalw engineering thermoblock spacers. I'm in Sherman oaks so your not too far away. how much would you charge? __________________ SoCalG20\|SR20DE+T W10 Setup will be ready soon.

09-19-2008, 05:23 PM	#18
neverrain Zilvia Addict Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: SoCal 818 Age: 44 Posts: 901 Trader Rating: (12) Feedback Score: 12 reviews	I would just like to say that Aron is awesome. He has installed coilovers, a VLSD, and today a Nismo Power Brace. He charges so little for the work that I have tried to give him extra twice now lol. He wouldn't take it though. This guy is ultra legit and a great mechanic. Has walked through all the installs with me too so I can learn more. Highly recommend him if you are local. Way cheaper than anyone. __________________

09-22-2008, 10:46 AM	#19
Screenname Zilvia Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: California Posts: 260 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	Aron is a very good mechanic and knows what he is doing. He worked on my 240 and did a complete dohc swap from a/c to power steering. He does very clean and professional work. When problems arose he was able to troubleshoot the problems quickly. He also has great prices. Glad I went to him even if he is a little far from me. Anytime I need anything I will be going to Aron because he is good at what he does and is an honest mechanic.

09-22-2008, 01:59 PM	#20
imnotmatt1189 Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Stockton, CA Posts: 1,118 Trader Rating: (6) Feedback Score: 6 reviews	hey how much would you charge to fix the ac in my car? the previous owner disconnected it so i'm not really sure what i'd need to replace or anything...

09-24-2008, 02:02 AM	#21
die hardrift fan Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: 626 Age: 33 Posts: 378 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	quick question...my ac hasnt worked since i bought the car. when i press the ac button the light doesnt even go on. the guy said that it was prolly just a fuse. i checked all ac related fuses and relays and they were all good. ive had a few ppl tell me that it is not lighting up because there is no freon in the lines and that there is no pressure. does that make any sense? anyways would you be able to find a solution, if so, please pm me. thanks

09-24-2008, 04:15 AM	#22
racepar1 Post Whore! Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Simi Valley, CA Age: 42 Posts: 9,006 Trader Rating: (106) Rides Gallery: racepar1 Feedback Score: 106 reviews	A/C jobs get expensive quick guys, if you are really serious then PM me. I do appreciate you bumping the thread, but this would be better discussed via PM. I do have a waiting list though as I have gotten seriously busy in the last couple months.

09-28-2008, 01:57 PM	#23
TheWayItGoes909 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Inland Empire Posts: 382 Trader Rating: (10) Feedback Score: 10 reviews	can you make it out to the 909 ?

09-28-2008, 03:08 PM	#24
racepar1 Post Whore! Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Simi Valley, CA Age: 42 Posts: 9,006 Trader Rating: (106) Rides Gallery: racepar1 Feedback Score: 106 reviews	I am not a mobile mechanic. If you want me to work on your car you have to come to me.