Robo 2nd Gear October 12, 2010 Share October 12, 2010 yea... nvm once bitten second time more experience liao. dun go back same ws. u want pm me i can intro u a few WS around. all quite good and reliable. cmf wont chop. i remembered when i first time bring car go servicing. went to my "friend"'s work shop. gave me ows 5w40 with the engine treatment. charged me $200($150 max). k&n openpod $150(can buy for $80) best is say gimme OWS spark plug. charged me $120 ccb in the end next servicing open up is copper plugs. needless to say i never met him again. ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bau_ong Clutched October 12, 2010 Author Share October 12, 2010 (edited) To all bros, i just googled online for the car WS that i went to, they seem pretty reputable and reliable, and all along it has been said that their pricing is reasonable, did i really kenna chop? The WS is Hu*t Le* which specialises in japanese and korean cars. I'm sure most of you know which WS this is. From the VOGS forum this WS is also one of the most popular ones to go to for their servicing. They are also stated to be the top WS on sgcarmart for repair and servicing, listed as a recommended merchant, most number of positive reviews, pricing wise reasonable and very honest. I am very confused. Seems like what i read from search results on this forum, sgcarmart, and VOGS is contradictory to what i am reading from all your replies in my own thread? The problem is that the previous owner didn't have any servicing records so it's very frustrating as well for me. Not an expert in this field so really need the advise of you all experienced car owners. I was also watching when they were servicing my car, and saw that they used original toyota parts for my car. It's just that the price i paid took me back by surprise for such a reputable WS, and all my friends claim that i kenna chop. Edited October 12, 2010 by Bau_ong Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robo 2nd Gear October 12, 2010 Share October 12, 2010 To all bros, i just googled online for the car WS that i went to, they seem pretty reputable and reliable, and all along it has been said that their pricing is reasonable, did i really kenna chop? The WS is Hu*t Le* which specialises in japanese and korean cars. I'm sure most of you know which WS this is. From the VOGS forum this WS is also one of the most popular ones to go to for their servicing. They are also stated to be the top WS on sgcarmart for repair and servicing, listed as a recommended merchant, most number of positive reviews, pricing wise reasonable and very honest. I am very confused. Seems like what i read from search results on this forum, sgcarmart, and VOGS is contradictory to what i am reading from all your replies in my own thread? The problem is that the previous owner didn't have any servicing records so it's very frustrating as well for me. Not an expert in this field so really need the advise of you all experienced car owners. I was also watching when they were servicing my car, and saw that they used original toyota parts for my car. It's just that the price i paid took me back by surprise for such a reputable WS, and all my friends claim that i kenna chop. u see my reply to u earlier? popular doesnt mean cheap to me it simply means they chop but they dun over chop. i heard a very famous ws charges down to labour per spark plug install. super good reputation super expensive but also super reliable. wad eva u have done with him i can do it at a much better rate. nuff said. also sometimes u can get parts at a much cheaper rate. just require some googling skills Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robo 2nd Gear October 12, 2010 Share October 12, 2010 To all bros, i just googled online for the car WS that i went to, they seem pretty reputable and reliable, and all along it has been said that their pricing is reasonable, did i really kenna chop? The WS is Hu*t Le* which specialises in japanese and korean cars. I'm sure most of you know which WS this is. From the VOGS forum this WS is also one of the most popular ones to go to for their servicing. They are also stated to be the top WS on sgcarmart for repair and servicing, listed as a recommended merchant, most number of positive reviews, pricing wise reasonable and very honest. I am very confused. Seems like what i read from search results on this forum, sgcarmart, and VOGS is contradictory to what i am reading from all your replies in my own thread? The problem is that the previous owner didn't have any servicing records so it's very frustrating as well for me. Not an expert in this field so really need the advise of you all experienced car owners. I was also watching when they were servicing my car, and saw that they used original toyota parts for my car. It's just that the price i paid took me back by surprise for such a reputable WS, and all my friends claim that i kenna chop. well.. actually original toyota parts might not be the best. some OEM or even aftermarket parts can be cheaper yet better. its ok rar. we all learn. dun fret too much abt it.. its wasnt a very bad chop. i have seen worst. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moredhel 2nd Gear October 12, 2010 Share October 12, 2010 TS you interested to invest in a fuel saving magnet for only $150? Increase power somemore!!! Also got Voltage Stabalizer...though how it works at 50000uf i not sure. But alot of RePuTaBle reviews it's good!!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weixiang_2008 Clutched October 12, 2010 Share October 12, 2010 To all bros, i just googled online for the car WS that i went to, they seem pretty reputable and reliable, and all along it has been said that their pricing is reasonable, did i really kenna chop? The WS is Hu*t Le* which specialises in japanese and korean cars. I'm sure most of you know which WS this is. From the VOGS forum this WS is also one of the most popular ones to go to for their servicing. They are also stated to be the top WS on sgcarmart for repair and servicing, listed as a recommended merchant, most number of positive reviews, pricing wise reasonable and very honest. I am very confused. Seems like what i read from search results on this forum, sgcarmart, and VOGS is contradictory to what i am reading from all your replies in my own thread? The problem is that the previous owner didn't have any servicing records so it's very frustrating as well for me. Not an expert in this field so really need the advise of you all experienced car owners. I was also watching when they were servicing my car, and saw that they used original toyota parts for my car. It's just that the price i paid took me back by surprise for such a reputable WS, and all my friends claim that i kenna chop. i visited Hu@t Le@ once for servicing... dun like what i see.. ended up been with RV for 4yr liaoz.. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weixiang_2008 Clutched October 12, 2010 Share October 12, 2010 (edited) Hi all, just bought a 2nd hand 2.5 year old axio with 50k mileage and recently send the car to a highly recommended workshop for servicing the bill went to 735 sgd... not sure if it was worth the $$, please advise if i was overcharged service w/ FOC balancing of tyres and handbrake = 130 engine filter = 30 Orginal toyota CVT transmission oil = 110 orginal air filter = 35 coolent change = 65 engine flush = 25 aircon flush = 160 change of front tyres = 2 x 90 = 180 - it was claim that the CVT oil used by the previous owner is not tht correct one, with potential damage to the gear box - the aircon "oil" was low and if we did not top-up, the compressor will spoilt and will cause 600 sgd easily. hence they recommended a aircon flush with coolent top-up - the front tyres was more worn out compared to the rear tyres and we change the front tyres, (although i heard that we could easily swap the front tyres with the rear so as to increase the life span of the tyres) went Ric tac sells original - engine (oil) filter for $10 - air filter for $15. - coolant for $20. - engine flush for $10 you carrot big time. Edited October 12, 2010 by Weixiang_2008 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikail5858 Neutral Newbie October 12, 2010 Share October 12, 2010 sorry if it makes you feel bad but sounds really expensive - anyways lesson learnt. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamesc Hypersonic October 12, 2010 Share October 12, 2010 Hi all, The mechanic "smell" the oil and say that the oil dont seems to smell like the the original CVT oil S$735 is cheap when you get an expert mechanic that can tell these things just by smelling! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noel Clutched October 12, 2010 Share October 12, 2010 Not to worry, i believe everyone had their fair piece of share when they sent for their car servicing outside. So, do not take some of the comments here badly. It's good that you had share the information based on your first experience and get some good tips from some of the good forumers here rather than going for the second time without arming yourself with basic knowledge. What's done is done. Just enjoy your ride and don't brood over it. Cheers, mate! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haziqko Clutched October 12, 2010 Share October 12, 2010 Hi all, just bought a 2nd hand 2.5 year old axio with 50k mileage and recently send the car to a highly recommended workshop for servicing the bill went to 735 sgd... not sure if it was worth the $$, please advise if i was overcharged service w/ FOC balancing of tyres and handbrake = 130 engine filter = 30 Orginal toyota CVT transmission oil = 110 orginal air filter = 35 coolent change = 65 engine flush = 25 aircon flush = 160 change of front tyres = 2 x 90 = 180 - it was claim that the CVT oil used by the previous owner is not tht correct one, with potential damage to the gear box - the aircon "oil" was low and if we did not top-up, the compressor will spoilt and will cause 600 sgd easily. hence they recommended a aircon flush with coolent top-up - the front tyres was more worn out compared to the rear tyres and we change the front tyres, (although i heard that we could easily swap the front tyres with the rear so as to increase the life span of the tyres) went LOL...bro... unfortunate to say this but you have won the biggest carrot chopped award... A/C oil..??? oil or gas..??? no gas only a/c not cold what..??? Do you see them doing it..??? really feel sorry for you, but anyway.. lesson learned... P/S: ASK THEN DO not DO THEN ASK... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haziqko Clutched October 12, 2010 Share October 12, 2010 TS you interested to invest in a fuel saving magnet for only $150? Increase power somemore!!! Also got Voltage Stabalizer...though how it works at 50000uf i not sure. But alot of RePuTaBle reviews it's good!!! dON'T YOU THINK HE HAD ENOUGH... you still wanna chop the leaf...??? TS: don believe in this BS... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haziqko Clutched October 12, 2010 Share October 12, 2010 To all bros, i just googled online for the car WS that i went to, they seem pretty reputable and reliable, and all along it has been said that their pricing is reasonable, did i really kenna chop? The WS is Hu*t Le* which specialises in japanese and korean cars. I'm sure most of you know which WS this is. From the VOGS forum this WS is also one of the most popular ones to go to for their servicing. They are also stated to be the top WS on sgcarmart for repair and servicing, listed as a recommended merchant, most number of positive reviews, pricing wise reasonable and very honest. I am very confused. Seems like what i read from search results on this forum, sgcarmart, and VOGS is contradictory to what i am reading from all your replies in my own thread? The problem is that the previous owner didn't have any servicing records so it's very frustrating as well for me. Not an expert in this field so really need the advise of you all experienced car owners. I was also watching when they were servicing my car, and saw that they used original toyota parts for my car. It's just that the price i paid took me back by surprise for such a reputable WS, and all my friends claim that i kenna chop. Don't blame it on the workshop... but the mechs who chopped you and fry you with other beans and vegetables of the same kind... always remember they target noobs like you and others of the same kind... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weixiang_2008 Clutched October 12, 2010 Share October 12, 2010 LOL...bro... unfortunate to say this but you have won the biggest carrot chopped award... A/C oil..??? oil or gas..??? no gas only a/c not cold what..??? Do you see them doing it..??? really feel sorry for you, but anyway.. lesson learned... P/S: ASK THEN DO not DO THEN ASK... picanto, are you around? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haziqko Clutched October 12, 2010 Share October 12, 2010 u see my reply to u earlier? popular doesnt mean cheap to me it simply means they chop but they dun over chop. i heard a very famous ws charges down to labour per spark plug install. super good reputation super expensive but also super reliable. wad eva u have done with him i can do it at a much better rate. nuff said. also sometimes u can get parts at a much cheaper rate. just require some googling skills If reputation like this kind who charges by the bloody per spark plugs install... that means its a carrot factory...who parades itself with clean and big welcoming doors like McDonalds famous double arches... P/S: to each his own who his money ends up with... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haziqko Clutched October 12, 2010 Share October 12, 2010 picanto, are you around? picanto who...??? got the wrong dude huh? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weixiang_2008 Clutched October 12, 2010 Share October 12, 2010 picanto who...??? got the wrong dude huh? coz picanto thinks one ws is very expensive.. but TS's wk is really Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kerwen 6th Gear October 12, 2010 Share October 12, 2010 think must do some homework before you go down any workshop la ... i got a quote from h**t L** on shock aborbers recently ... 2xfront 260, 2xback 240 include labour ... cheap? anyway, i put on hold till i get more market survey ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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