Deal or No Deal

[Marlon_JB2]

How did I miss this thread before?

Those prices and procedures are ridiculous. Sad part about it is... there's a hell of a lot of people out there that actually get this stuff done.

 

[hyde]

You thought we were playing a game here..
What are you talking about? People line up in front of the damn dealership.. I still cannot believe myself, I used to get up at 6 and go get in the line to get F#(*@%& IN the #@*%$&!)($* BY THE stealership, pardon my french........ fries!

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[Dave]

I don't necessarily use any one of these-- no more!
My oil change is due, I might get it there or maybe jiffy lube! $15 oil change, 10 mins. 10w30, right?

Be careful of Jiffy Lube. Aren't there and decent independant garages down there? There must be. The preferred is 5w30 per the owners manual - but 10w30 can be used per the manual. Check it out in your owners manual.

Dave

 

[hyde]

Or I'll just go to my gas station, last time he did well and I got to stay underneath my jeep while he was doing it!

 

[Dave]

Or I'll just go to my gas station, last time he did well and I got to stay underneath my jeep while he was doing it!

That is much much better than Jiffy Lube. Do that. You can also check underneith for leaks and such while you're under there.

Dave

 

[JeepJeepster]

Yup.. Anytime they let you stay with them, you are in good shape.. Go to him even if its a couple of bucks more..

 

[hyde]

But I am worried about the filter they are using.

 

[Dave]

But I am worried about the filter they are using.

What filter are they using??

I guess you could bring your own.

Dave

 

[hyde]

I didn't check, let me see if I can spot it.
Otherwise what kind of filter is a good one?

 

[Dave]

I didn't check, let me see if I can spot it.
Otherwise what kind of filter is a good one?

Wix, Purolator, or the Mopar one. In that order.

Edit: I think Wix makes Purolator. It's a good filter. If you have NAPA down there I think Wix makes theirs too.

Dave

 

[Dave]

I got a flyer in the mail today from the jeep dealer.

Summer Vehicle Maintenance Special. - oil and filter change, tire rotation, and 23 point check-up (?)- $24.95 - - Then in another place on the flyer it says 16 point check up for $24.95 ??

Free air conditioning check.

Brake inspection - inspect brake pads, rotors, etc - $19.95

Diff service - 4x4 - drain and refill front and rear diffs - $79.95

The diff service has me thinking. The front is easy, but the rear is a PIA...haha.... Now if they would let me watch.....hmmmmm I hate that rtv stuff.......I need a gasket. Then I could just get the atf-4 and do the t-case which is easy.

Dave

 

[hyde]

Oil change charge is not that bad..
ANything that they charge for "inspection" i would consider it worthless. they should inspect everything during the oil change and they should look for things to fix.. I am already there.

Diff Service for both of them? it doesn't sound that bad....

 

[hyde]

A/C Service Special*!
A/C Service
Check A/C Outlet Temperature
Check A/C For Proper Charge
Check Drive Belts
Check A/C Drain Operation
Add refrigerant as needed**
Only $99.00

 

[hyde]

Summer Travel Special*
Get ready for your summer travels with:
• Oil and filter change
• Quality vehicle inspection
• Rotate and inspect four tires
• Inspect brake system
• Test battery
• Check cabin air filters
• Check belts and hoses
• Top off all fluids
All this for the special eVIP Price of Only $129.95!

 

[hyde]

Cold Weather is Coming Special*
•Battery check
•Radiator check
•Check Antifreeze
•Lube, Oil, & Filter change
•Multi-point inspection
all for only $69.95.

 

[JeepJeepster]

Edit:^So its $70 for an oil change? haha, awesome.

I use a PureOne Purolator. PL-20195 is I remember correctly.

 

[Dave]

My last one I got for Fall Vehicle Maintenance has,

1) 23 point vehicle checkup - $24.94 (must be just to look)

2)Tune-up - 6 cyl. $100.00 - includes Mopar/Champion spark plugs......platinum plugs extra.

3) Auto Trans Service.. $159.00 - drain and replace filter and refill etc

4) Brake Service - $69.95 - front OR rear - brake pads or shoes. -- resurfacing or replacement of rotors or brake drums not included.

5) Oil & filter - $24.95 (up to 5 qts - regular oil - syn is extra).

Dave