RGDave
Money List Winner
On 2 occasions this week, I have been advised by supposedly professional experts to buy replacement stuff as the quick fix to sorting out a problem.
1) My garage wanted to replace a wiper motor, but I said NO, as 90% of replies on this issue (on forums) suggest that often it can be fixed with a good service.
2) I needed some brake pads for my MTB. All 3 bike shops told me it's easier to buy a new caliper, as the disks are "impossible" to acquire.
Anyway, miracle of mircles, the garage spent 40 minutes servicing my motor and hey presto, it does indeed work after all. Cost £39 instead of £239
Looked on ebay for some brake pads and guess what...£4.49 for a pair from 100% rated seller who gets parts from all over the world. £4.49 instead of £25.99
I've had similar things over the years, like a "broken" freezer. I fixed it in an hour. £free instead of £350 new one
It's a jungle out there, but the internet saves me more often than not.
PS...anyone know a reliable source for BMW key blippers? I'm not paying the main dealer £150 for a flippin key.
(and yes, that one IS broken!)
1) My garage wanted to replace a wiper motor, but I said NO, as 90% of replies on this issue (on forums) suggest that often it can be fixed with a good service.
2) I needed some brake pads for my MTB. All 3 bike shops told me it's easier to buy a new caliper, as the disks are "impossible" to acquire.
Anyway, miracle of mircles, the garage spent 40 minutes servicing my motor and hey presto, it does indeed work after all. Cost £39 instead of £239
Looked on ebay for some brake pads and guess what...£4.49 for a pair from 100% rated seller who gets parts from all over the world. £4.49 instead of £25.99
I've had similar things over the years, like a "broken" freezer. I fixed it in an hour. £free instead of £350 new one
It's a jungle out there, but the internet saves me more often than not.
PS...anyone know a reliable source for BMW key blippers? I'm not paying the main dealer £150 for a flippin key.
(and yes, that one IS broken!)