Quality mechanic in the lakes region (Laconia) of New Hampshire - Toyota 4Runner Forum

cps3575 · 05-22-2019, 07:00 PM

Hey, I just moved to NH and am in need of a quality mechanic to bring my 99 LTD to.

I just came from Lakewood CO and RSG was doing an awesome job with the work they provided.

I don't mind paying a little bit higher of a labor rate (~$120/hr) as long as the work is solid.

Any recommendations?? Thanks in advance
Chris

dogtail · 05-23-2019, 11:00 AM

NH is rust hell, you'll miss CO. Lot of chopping up of rusted out 3rd gens in NH. Make sure you really really to some serious rust proofing, make it like a glazed doughnut. Mines holding up fine about 2 hours south in MA with diligent rust proofing.
There's a guy in NH in that area that specializes in Toyota axle housings, you can find him on CL in search in auto parts, refurbished rear end housings. I spoke with him, seems really nice. He would probably know, I lost his phone number. He works on his own stuff too, and no doubt would be a good parts source. You'll find that used parts are plentiful out here cause of scrapped rigs, prices are cheaper overall.

cps3575 · 05-23-2019, 05:50 PM

Thanks

mtbtim · 05-24-2019, 01:03 AM

How about becoming your own mechanic?

tgreenwood75 · 05-24-2019, 12:21 PM

I would agree with @mtbtim , near as I can tell most people in NH do their own work or rather half of the work then drive their death traps around anyhow!

In all seriousness, it isn't too far down to Bow for Mainline Overland and a member on here owns a shop in Kittery ME if you want to go down there but I would reserve those long trips for major work and try to do most things yourself.

cps3575 · 06-13-2019, 05:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mtbtim

How about becoming your own mechanic?

Because at the moment I live in a condo and can't work on my vehicle in the parking lot smart ass

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