Need Trustworthy Mechanic

[DMS3Reno]

I'm in Reno nevada and other than the dealer I do not have any
idea who to go to for service. Does anybody know of a reputable
mechanic in the area.
I need my drive line checked out as I think I have the front u-joint
going out. I don't have the time to tackle this one right now.

I will go to the dealer if I have to.

Thanks for any help.
Donnie

 

[joey]

http://www.landroverworld.org/forums/showpost.php?p=28501&postcount=2

 

[meyersd]

I'm in Reno nevada and other than the dealer I do not have any
idea who to go to for service. Does anybody know of a reputable
mechanic in the area.
I need my drive line checked out as I think I have the front u-joint
going out. I don't have the time to tackle this one right now.

I will go to the dealer if I have to.

Thanks for any help.
Donnie

http://www.scottmotors.com (Looks Like the Stealer)

or http://www.market2millions.com/kensingtonmotorcars/index.htm if you want to drive into the big city...

 

[DMS3Reno]

I didn't see anyone local listed on those sites :-(
Thanks though Joey!

Any northern Nevada locals??

Also Joey is there any other way to confirm the U-joint going out besides taking the front drive shaft off?

 

[joey]

Easiest way I know is to jack up the front or rear (depending on which end you are checking) and then move the driveshaft and feel for play in the U-joint as you turn it. You will more than likely feel the play.

 

[GeekMonster]

I used to have a good mechanic that was factory trained, and charged very low rates compared to the dealership when I had a new VW Passat. He actually worked at the VW dealership and did all the work there after the shop closed, or on the weekend. I just met him up there through a salesman and found out he did side-work. You might be able to ask around at your Land Rover dealership through the salesman or parts dept. and find someone like that. I like going that route because your getting the same work done for a fraction of what the stealership charges and they are more skilled on your vehicle than anyone else.

 

[DMS3Reno]

http://www.scottmotors.com (Looks Like the Stealer)

or http://www.market2millions.com/kensingtonmotorcars/index.htm if you want to drive into the big city...

Yep Scotts is the stealer and Vegas is 8.5 hours from Reno.
Oh well...Guess for this one it's the stealer.

Small price to pay to prevent bigger problems I suppose.

Thanks for the help Joey! I'll check it out. I'm really hoping it's that simple...
or easier!