01-05-2013, 01:17 PM
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Denver Oil Change Shop Recommendations
I don't really have a regular place I go to for oil changes in the Denver area. I am located in central Denver (Cherry Creek North) area so hoping to find a location within reason. Can anybody make a good recommendation?
I also want a shop that will grease the zerks in my drive shaft too. I have a rather annoying clunk sound usually caused by shifting into drive or reverse and during hard acceleration and braking. I originally thought it was coming from a bad inner tie rod but turns out I had more than one clunk. New inner, outers, and LBJS fixed that problem (all NAPA premium in case you are wondering). I know it's easy to grease by yourself but honestly right now I don't really have the time and would rather just pay to have it done.
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01-05-2013, 03:23 PM
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Um, your driveway? Just being a smartass, I assume you probably live in an apartment or something.
As for driveline work, Larry's Automotive (near 72nd and Lowell) is a good shop, but kind of on the far side of town for you.
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01-05-2013, 03:32 PM
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Why don't you just go to the dealership.
At least they:
A) won't try to rip you off and sell you $500 worth of flush services you don't need.
B) give you a real OEM filter which is far superior to the cheap fram
C) only charge about $5-$10 more than a quick-lube type place
D) have mechanics who are certified. The quick lube jokers make min wage and have little training. They definitely get paid less than dealership guys.
I know the Toyota dealerships in San Diego charge between $30-$35 for normal oil change. The cheapo places charge $25-$30.
Don't be cheap -- I assume since you posted that you really care about your truck and want to treat it right.
I actually go to a Toyota specialty shop (non-dealer) that uses all OEM parts (always and without request) and charges less per hour than a dealership. Even if you don't have that option, the dealerships are good for oil changes. They keep the prices low so you will come back.
BTW, I also had that same clunk whenever stopping and starting at a light. I simply had the mechanic grease driveshaft zirks and the clunk went away for good.
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01-05-2013, 05:14 PM
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01-05-2013, 05:50 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by brianemc2_42
Why don't you just go to the dealership.
At least they:
A) won't try to rip you off and sell you $500 worth of flush services you don't need.
B) give you a real OEM filter which is far superior to the cheap fram
C) only charge about $5-$10 more than a quick-lube type place
D) have mechanics who are certified. The quick lube jokers make min wage and have little training. They definitely get paid less than dealership guys.
I know the Toyota dealerships in San Diego charge between $30-$35 for normal oil change. The cheapo places charge $25-$30.
Don't be cheap. I assume since you posted that you really care about your truck and want to great it right.
I actually go to a Toyota specialty shop (non-dealer) that uses all OEM parts (always and without request) and charges less per hour than a dealership. Even if you don't have that option the dealerships are good for oil changes. They keep the prices low so you will come back.
I also had that same clunk whenever stopping and starting at a light. I had mech grease driveshaft zirks and the clunk went away for good.
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And the dealer will wash it for you for free. stevenson does mine for 35
its on indiana off of 6th
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01-05-2013, 05:54 PM
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I've had good experiences at Astro Automotive (near Alameda & Broadway - astroautomotive.com), and they have a good reputation on colorado4x4.org as well.
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01-05-2013, 06:09 PM
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Pretty close for you - Ken's Auto Service - expert auto repair - Aurora, CO 80012
I wouldn't use dealers around here though I did in the past. Stevensons told me I needed all sorts of stuff done even though most had already been done by me in the driveway. I suspect they look at dealer maintenance records instead of the truck when writing it up.
I was surprised by Ken's. I live by them and on a whim stopped in regarding an issue. I won't bore you with details but I go there all the time now. Good, reliable & honest.
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01-05-2013, 06:11 PM
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Awesome suggestions! Thank you for the replies. I will be checking out all of the mentioned. Most of the time I would just normally do it myself but sometimes I just feel lazy. Especially when I am working 6 days a week and would rather spend that 7th day either relaxing or snowboarding.
Thank you again for the suggestions.
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