Monday, Jul 06, 2020 at 13:03
Chop.
The mechanic, I am critical of many of them, not all, possibly has little idea of front end alignment and effects of modifications and their detrimental effects on vehicles. It may be trendy, look cool or is that Kool? but unless he understands the implications of the mods he performs then it shows little actual mechanical knowledge and it's correct application. I agree, it seems he built what he perceives as good, but is it really? Did he consult you about the mods, if not, although an "open cheque book" doesn't mean he is legally allowed to mod beyond the limits of modification law and then fit items which you DID NOT WANT. I don't know the closing and opening lengths of the shocks, but if lowering it to a more reasonable level, it is easy to
check my measuring both the vehicle closed
suspension position and the appropriate shock length to suit and see if they truly match. Some discussion as to the overreach and unnecessary fitment of expensive parts needs to occur. He is directly liable for anything which does not conform to the regulations and if it doesn't he should be refunding the cost of those items. Just because he "cut his teeth" on 80 series vehicles doesn't in anyway mean all his work is Kosher and correct. It seems he has gaps in his basic understanding of vehicles and particularly
suspension and steering. Only 9% of mechanics gain a decent level of trade qualifications. Did you
check his ability beforehand? After your info, it seems you didn't inherit the vehicle as is but it was made unsuitable by this bloke at your cost by someone who is a bit too Gung Ho. Just replacing and bolting on stuff isn't very technologically demanding and is achieved by many even those without qualifications in the field, but getting it singing correctly requires a greater/deeper degree of understanding of vehicle systems.
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