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ryoungs 07-18-2025 09:58 AM

Need a mechanic
 
Hi all--

At 125,000 miles, I expect my 13 year old Ford SUV would love getting some things taken care of before they fail. If I were home in Illinois I would take it into my long-time mechanic who would tell me what needs doing, and he would not at all expect to do the work in his own shop. But now I am in The Villages. So, my question is, who could look at my car and tell me what I need to do but not expect to do it himself?
Some example: the tires have lots of tread but are almost 10 years old. Should they be changed? The windshield washer bottle is broken, but changing it is a major hassle requiring hours of work. Should I get it fixed, or not? The list goes on------->
Ron

Topspinmo 07-18-2025 10:48 AM

Most Recommended tire replacement 6 years, but some claim tire manufacturers recommended being they have skin in game. If you just drive locally I see no problem. I wouldn’t want to drive to Illinois though tires, but that’s me. washer fluid bottle usually on most models inner fender plastic panel removed for easier access. If you don’t drive in rain don’t need it, even if do not driving in Illinois during slouchy winters.

splashes 07-18-2025 10:49 AM

Sumter Tire on 301 is very and honest

retiredguy123 07-18-2025 11:12 AM

I would suggest Michael's Automotive in Fruitland Park, 352-365-2955.

I stopped going to Sumter Tire. They may be honest, but they are very expensive. They may be okay for small things, but if you need a major repair, shop around.

CoachKandSportsguy 07-18-2025 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by ryoungs (Post 2446603)
Hi all--

At 125,000 miles, I expect my 13 year old Ford SUV would love getting some things taken care of before they fail. If I were home in Illinois I would take it into my long-time mechanic who would tell me what needs doing, and he would not at all expect to do the work in his own shop. But now I am in The Villages. So, my question is, who could look at my car and tell me what I need to do but not expect to do it himself?
Some example: the tires have lots of tread but are almost 10 years old. Should they be changed? The windshield washer bottle is broken, but changing it is a major hassle requiring hours of work. Should I get it fixed, or not? The list goes on------->
Ron

A ford dealer will also do that. . and with a price attached. .

I always start with the dealer, and then shop around the mechanics I use. .

good luck

dewilson58 07-18-2025 12:35 PM

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Originally Posted by splashes (Post 2446615)
Sumter Tire on 301 is very and honest

Agree

Michael G. 07-18-2025 02:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ryoungs (Post 2446603)
Hi all--

Some example: the tires have lots of tread but are almost 10 years old. Should they be changed?

For tires, look for hair-line cracks between the threads.
That always show signs of aging or rotting.

Pondboy 07-18-2025 06:18 PM

10 year old tires? Please get those changed out. How much is an accident, visit to the emergency room, hospital stay and a lawsuit going to cost you?

Please stay off the road.

dewilson58 07-18-2025 06:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Pondboy (Post 2446754)
10 year old tires? Please get those changed out. How much is an accident, visit to the emergency room, hospital stay and a lawsuit going to cost you?

Please stay off the road.

Bingo

Rocksnap 07-19-2025 04:51 AM

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Originally Posted by splashes (Post 2446615)
Sumter Tire on 301 is very and honest

Don’t forget expensive. What I was getting done at my past mechanic for $20 cost me $60 at Sumter Tire.

Rocksnap 07-19-2025 04:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Pondboy (Post 2446754)
10 year old tires? Please get those changed out. How much is an accident, visit to the emergency room, hospital stay and a lawsuit going to cost you?

Please stay off the road.

Local roads you are fine. Highway, not so much. But I’d still get them replaced.

mdmurrell 07-19-2025 05:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Topspinmo (Post 2446613)
Most Recommended tire replacement 6 years, but some claim tire manufacturers recommended being they have skin in game. If you just drive locally I see no problem. I wouldn’t want to drive to Illinois though tires, but that’s me. washer fluid bottle usually on most models inner fender plastic panel removed for easier access. If you don’t drive in rain don’t need it, even if do not driving in Illinois during slouchy winters.

Buy a Toyota. My 2005 Highlander went 228,000 miles before I traded it in for a Camry hybrid. I get 51 trouble-free miles per gallon.

MarcStephen 07-19-2025 05:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ryoungs (Post 2446603)
Hi all--

At 125,000 miles, I expect my 13 year old Ford SUV would love getting some things taken care of before they fail. If I were home in Illinois I would take it into my long-time mechanic who would tell me what needs doing, and he would not at all expect to do the work in his own shop. But now I am in The Villages. So, my question is, who could look at my car and tell me what I need to do but not expect to do it himself?
Some example: the tires have lots of tread but are almost 10 years old. Should they be changed? The windshield washer bottle is broken, but changing it is a major hassle requiring hours of work. Should I get it fixed, or not? The list goes on------->
Ron

I have a 2017 Audi Q5 and I take It to Expert Auto on 441. They do all my service and they are honest. They recently changed hands and the new owner is great. Check em out!

donfey 07-19-2025 06:16 AM

Michael's
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by retiredguy123 (Post 2446620)
I would suggest Michael's Automotive in Fruitland Park, 352-365-2955.

I stopped going to Sumter Tire. They may be honest, but they are very expensive. They may be okay for small things, but if you need a major repair, shop around.

Agree.

sowilts 07-19-2025 06:24 AM

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Originally Posted by dewilson58 (Post 2446755)
Bingo

Correct and this is the rainy season.


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