dealer vs auto shop for repairs @ $117/hr
#21
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Re: dealer vs auto shop for repairs @ $117/hr
I'm lucky enough to have a very reputable shop near me that I can take my
cars to if I am unable to do it due to lack of expertise in the repair or
lack of time. It's not much to look at but it's been in operation for 25+
years and the owner is held in such high esteem he was named 2007
Pumpkinfest King...
"P.Schuman" <pschuman_NO_SPAM_ME@interserv.com> wrote in message
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> Over the years, I've almost always brought my cars
> back to the dealer for specific problems vs general maint.
> Chevy - Chevy - Saab - Maxima - Jeep - Jeep
>
> My thinking was that they know their specific brand & models,
> and have the specific experience & parts....
> BUT - my local Jeep dealer labor costs are HUGE at $117 hour.
>
> Here are some of things over the years with my current GC Jeep...
>
> ie - sunroof motor
> electric cooling fan relay
> rear lift gate latch
> transmission transducer sensor
> serpentine belt
>
> then the usual engine/oil maint, flush, plugs, etc
> and the "problem" with brake rotors -
> replaced warped rotors 3 times
> before finally going to a drilled/slotted version
>
> SO - do you continue to go to the Jeep dealer
> with their "experience" and parts,
> or go to an independent shop ?
> Would the shop have been able to fix the sunroof,
> the cooling fan relay, the rear lift gate latch ?
>
> AND - how do you find a shop that works with & really knows Jeeps ?
>
>
cars to if I am unable to do it due to lack of expertise in the repair or
lack of time. It's not much to look at but it's been in operation for 25+
years and the owner is held in such high esteem he was named 2007
Pumpkinfest King...
"P.Schuman" <pschuman_NO_SPAM_ME@interserv.com> wrote in message
news:gLMOi.56116$Um6.36767@newssvr12.news.prodigy. net...
> Over the years, I've almost always brought my cars
> back to the dealer for specific problems vs general maint.
> Chevy - Chevy - Saab - Maxima - Jeep - Jeep
>
> My thinking was that they know their specific brand & models,
> and have the specific experience & parts....
> BUT - my local Jeep dealer labor costs are HUGE at $117 hour.
>
> Here are some of things over the years with my current GC Jeep...
>
> ie - sunroof motor
> electric cooling fan relay
> rear lift gate latch
> transmission transducer sensor
> serpentine belt
>
> then the usual engine/oil maint, flush, plugs, etc
> and the "problem" with brake rotors -
> replaced warped rotors 3 times
> before finally going to a drilled/slotted version
>
> SO - do you continue to go to the Jeep dealer
> with their "experience" and parts,
> or go to an independent shop ?
> Would the shop have been able to fix the sunroof,
> the cooling fan relay, the rear lift gate latch ?
>
> AND - how do you find a shop that works with & really knows Jeeps ?
>
>
#22
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Re: dealer vs auto shop for repairs @ $117/hr
ask around were are you located
"P.Schuman" wrote:
> Over the years, I've almost always brought my cars
> back to the dealer for specific problems vs general maint.
> Chevy - Chevy - Saab - Maxima - Jeep - Jeep
>
> My thinking was that they know their specific brand & models,
> and have the specific experience & parts....
> BUT - my local Jeep dealer labor costs are HUGE at $117 hour.
>
> Here are some of things over the years with my current GC Jeep...
>
> ie - sunroof motor
> electric cooling fan relay
> rear lift gate latch
> transmission transducer sensor
> serpentine belt
>
> then the usual engine/oil maint, flush, plugs, etc
> and the "problem" with brake rotors -
> replaced warped rotors 3 times
> before finally going to a drilled/slotted version
>
> SO - do you continue to go to the Jeep dealer
> with their "experience" and parts,
> or go to an independent shop ?
> Would the shop have been able to fix the sunroof,
> the cooling fan relay, the rear lift gate latch ?
>
> AND - how do you find a shop that works with & really knows Jeeps ?
"P.Schuman" wrote:
> Over the years, I've almost always brought my cars
> back to the dealer for specific problems vs general maint.
> Chevy - Chevy - Saab - Maxima - Jeep - Jeep
>
> My thinking was that they know their specific brand & models,
> and have the specific experience & parts....
> BUT - my local Jeep dealer labor costs are HUGE at $117 hour.
>
> Here are some of things over the years with my current GC Jeep...
>
> ie - sunroof motor
> electric cooling fan relay
> rear lift gate latch
> transmission transducer sensor
> serpentine belt
>
> then the usual engine/oil maint, flush, plugs, etc
> and the "problem" with brake rotors -
> replaced warped rotors 3 times
> before finally going to a drilled/slotted version
>
> SO - do you continue to go to the Jeep dealer
> with their "experience" and parts,
> or go to an independent shop ?
> Would the shop have been able to fix the sunroof,
> the cooling fan relay, the rear lift gate latch ?
>
> AND - how do you find a shop that works with & really knows Jeeps ?
#23
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Re: dealer vs auto shop for repairs @ $117/hr
ask around were are you located
"P.Schuman" wrote:
> Over the years, I've almost always brought my cars
> back to the dealer for specific problems vs general maint.
> Chevy - Chevy - Saab - Maxima - Jeep - Jeep
>
> My thinking was that they know their specific brand & models,
> and have the specific experience & parts....
> BUT - my local Jeep dealer labor costs are HUGE at $117 hour.
>
> Here are some of things over the years with my current GC Jeep...
>
> ie - sunroof motor
> electric cooling fan relay
> rear lift gate latch
> transmission transducer sensor
> serpentine belt
>
> then the usual engine/oil maint, flush, plugs, etc
> and the "problem" with brake rotors -
> replaced warped rotors 3 times
> before finally going to a drilled/slotted version
>
> SO - do you continue to go to the Jeep dealer
> with their "experience" and parts,
> or go to an independent shop ?
> Would the shop have been able to fix the sunroof,
> the cooling fan relay, the rear lift gate latch ?
>
> AND - how do you find a shop that works with & really knows Jeeps ?
"P.Schuman" wrote:
> Over the years, I've almost always brought my cars
> back to the dealer for specific problems vs general maint.
> Chevy - Chevy - Saab - Maxima - Jeep - Jeep
>
> My thinking was that they know their specific brand & models,
> and have the specific experience & parts....
> BUT - my local Jeep dealer labor costs are HUGE at $117 hour.
>
> Here are some of things over the years with my current GC Jeep...
>
> ie - sunroof motor
> electric cooling fan relay
> rear lift gate latch
> transmission transducer sensor
> serpentine belt
>
> then the usual engine/oil maint, flush, plugs, etc
> and the "problem" with brake rotors -
> replaced warped rotors 3 times
> before finally going to a drilled/slotted version
>
> SO - do you continue to go to the Jeep dealer
> with their "experience" and parts,
> or go to an independent shop ?
> Would the shop have been able to fix the sunroof,
> the cooling fan relay, the rear lift gate latch ?
>
> AND - how do you find a shop that works with & really knows Jeeps ?
#24
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Re: dealer vs auto shop for repairs @ $117/hr
ask around were are you located
"P.Schuman" wrote:
> Over the years, I've almost always brought my cars
> back to the dealer for specific problems vs general maint.
> Chevy - Chevy - Saab - Maxima - Jeep - Jeep
>
> My thinking was that they know their specific brand & models,
> and have the specific experience & parts....
> BUT - my local Jeep dealer labor costs are HUGE at $117 hour.
>
> Here are some of things over the years with my current GC Jeep...
>
> ie - sunroof motor
> electric cooling fan relay
> rear lift gate latch
> transmission transducer sensor
> serpentine belt
>
> then the usual engine/oil maint, flush, plugs, etc
> and the "problem" with brake rotors -
> replaced warped rotors 3 times
> before finally going to a drilled/slotted version
>
> SO - do you continue to go to the Jeep dealer
> with their "experience" and parts,
> or go to an independent shop ?
> Would the shop have been able to fix the sunroof,
> the cooling fan relay, the rear lift gate latch ?
>
> AND - how do you find a shop that works with & really knows Jeeps ?
"P.Schuman" wrote:
> Over the years, I've almost always brought my cars
> back to the dealer for specific problems vs general maint.
> Chevy - Chevy - Saab - Maxima - Jeep - Jeep
>
> My thinking was that they know their specific brand & models,
> and have the specific experience & parts....
> BUT - my local Jeep dealer labor costs are HUGE at $117 hour.
>
> Here are some of things over the years with my current GC Jeep...
>
> ie - sunroof motor
> electric cooling fan relay
> rear lift gate latch
> transmission transducer sensor
> serpentine belt
>
> then the usual engine/oil maint, flush, plugs, etc
> and the "problem" with brake rotors -
> replaced warped rotors 3 times
> before finally going to a drilled/slotted version
>
> SO - do you continue to go to the Jeep dealer
> with their "experience" and parts,
> or go to an independent shop ?
> Would the shop have been able to fix the sunroof,
> the cooling fan relay, the rear lift gate latch ?
>
> AND - how do you find a shop that works with & really knows Jeeps ?
#25
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Re: dealer vs auto shop for repairs @ $117/hr
ask around were are you located
"P.Schuman" wrote:
> Over the years, I've almost always brought my cars
> back to the dealer for specific problems vs general maint.
> Chevy - Chevy - Saab - Maxima - Jeep - Jeep
>
> My thinking was that they know their specific brand & models,
> and have the specific experience & parts....
> BUT - my local Jeep dealer labor costs are HUGE at $117 hour.
>
> Here are some of things over the years with my current GC Jeep...
>
> ie - sunroof motor
> electric cooling fan relay
> rear lift gate latch
> transmission transducer sensor
> serpentine belt
>
> then the usual engine/oil maint, flush, plugs, etc
> and the "problem" with brake rotors -
> replaced warped rotors 3 times
> before finally going to a drilled/slotted version
>
> SO - do you continue to go to the Jeep dealer
> with their "experience" and parts,
> or go to an independent shop ?
> Would the shop have been able to fix the sunroof,
> the cooling fan relay, the rear lift gate latch ?
>
> AND - how do you find a shop that works with & really knows Jeeps ?
"P.Schuman" wrote:
> Over the years, I've almost always brought my cars
> back to the dealer for specific problems vs general maint.
> Chevy - Chevy - Saab - Maxima - Jeep - Jeep
>
> My thinking was that they know their specific brand & models,
> and have the specific experience & parts....
> BUT - my local Jeep dealer labor costs are HUGE at $117 hour.
>
> Here are some of things over the years with my current GC Jeep...
>
> ie - sunroof motor
> electric cooling fan relay
> rear lift gate latch
> transmission transducer sensor
> serpentine belt
>
> then the usual engine/oil maint, flush, plugs, etc
> and the "problem" with brake rotors -
> replaced warped rotors 3 times
> before finally going to a drilled/slotted version
>
> SO - do you continue to go to the Jeep dealer
> with their "experience" and parts,
> or go to an independent shop ?
> Would the shop have been able to fix the sunroof,
> the cooling fan relay, the rear lift gate latch ?
>
> AND - how do you find a shop that works with & really knows Jeeps ?
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Re: dealer vs auto shop for repairs @ $117/hr
Stealers here want around the $160 /hr.
Dave
"philthy" <dbrider@cac.net> wrote in message
news:4710F36F.60210F6B@cac.net...
> ask around were are you located
>
> "P.Schuman" wrote:
>
> > Over the years, I've almost always brought my cars
> > back to the dealer for specific problems vs general maint.
> > Chevy - Chevy - Saab - Maxima - Jeep - Jeep
> >
> > My thinking was that they know their specific brand & models,
> > and have the specific experience & parts....
> > BUT - my local Jeep dealer labor costs are HUGE at $117 hour.
> >
> > Here are some of things over the years with my current GC Jeep...
> >
> > ie - sunroof motor
> > electric cooling fan relay
> > rear lift gate latch
> > transmission transducer sensor
> > serpentine belt
> >
> > then the usual engine/oil maint, flush, plugs, etc
> > and the "problem" with brake rotors -
> > replaced warped rotors 3 times
> > before finally going to a drilled/slotted version
> >
> > SO - do you continue to go to the Jeep dealer
> > with their "experience" and parts,
> > or go to an independent shop ?
> > Would the shop have been able to fix the sunroof,
> > the cooling fan relay, the rear lift gate latch ?
> >
> > AND - how do you find a shop that works with & really knows Jeeps ?
>
Dave
"philthy" <dbrider@cac.net> wrote in message
news:4710F36F.60210F6B@cac.net...
> ask around were are you located
>
> "P.Schuman" wrote:
>
> > Over the years, I've almost always brought my cars
> > back to the dealer for specific problems vs general maint.
> > Chevy - Chevy - Saab - Maxima - Jeep - Jeep
> >
> > My thinking was that they know their specific brand & models,
> > and have the specific experience & parts....
> > BUT - my local Jeep dealer labor costs are HUGE at $117 hour.
> >
> > Here are some of things over the years with my current GC Jeep...
> >
> > ie - sunroof motor
> > electric cooling fan relay
> > rear lift gate latch
> > transmission transducer sensor
> > serpentine belt
> >
> > then the usual engine/oil maint, flush, plugs, etc
> > and the "problem" with brake rotors -
> > replaced warped rotors 3 times
> > before finally going to a drilled/slotted version
> >
> > SO - do you continue to go to the Jeep dealer
> > with their "experience" and parts,
> > or go to an independent shop ?
> > Would the shop have been able to fix the sunroof,
> > the cooling fan relay, the rear lift gate latch ?
> >
> > AND - how do you find a shop that works with & really knows Jeeps ?
>
#27
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Re: dealer vs auto shop for repairs @ $117/hr
Stealers here want around the $160 /hr.
Dave
"philthy" <dbrider@cac.net> wrote in message
news:4710F36F.60210F6B@cac.net...
> ask around were are you located
>
> "P.Schuman" wrote:
>
> > Over the years, I've almost always brought my cars
> > back to the dealer for specific problems vs general maint.
> > Chevy - Chevy - Saab - Maxima - Jeep - Jeep
> >
> > My thinking was that they know their specific brand & models,
> > and have the specific experience & parts....
> > BUT - my local Jeep dealer labor costs are HUGE at $117 hour.
> >
> > Here are some of things over the years with my current GC Jeep...
> >
> > ie - sunroof motor
> > electric cooling fan relay
> > rear lift gate latch
> > transmission transducer sensor
> > serpentine belt
> >
> > then the usual engine/oil maint, flush, plugs, etc
> > and the "problem" with brake rotors -
> > replaced warped rotors 3 times
> > before finally going to a drilled/slotted version
> >
> > SO - do you continue to go to the Jeep dealer
> > with their "experience" and parts,
> > or go to an independent shop ?
> > Would the shop have been able to fix the sunroof,
> > the cooling fan relay, the rear lift gate latch ?
> >
> > AND - how do you find a shop that works with & really knows Jeeps ?
>
Dave
"philthy" <dbrider@cac.net> wrote in message
news:4710F36F.60210F6B@cac.net...
> ask around were are you located
>
> "P.Schuman" wrote:
>
> > Over the years, I've almost always brought my cars
> > back to the dealer for specific problems vs general maint.
> > Chevy - Chevy - Saab - Maxima - Jeep - Jeep
> >
> > My thinking was that they know their specific brand & models,
> > and have the specific experience & parts....
> > BUT - my local Jeep dealer labor costs are HUGE at $117 hour.
> >
> > Here are some of things over the years with my current GC Jeep...
> >
> > ie - sunroof motor
> > electric cooling fan relay
> > rear lift gate latch
> > transmission transducer sensor
> > serpentine belt
> >
> > then the usual engine/oil maint, flush, plugs, etc
> > and the "problem" with brake rotors -
> > replaced warped rotors 3 times
> > before finally going to a drilled/slotted version
> >
> > SO - do you continue to go to the Jeep dealer
> > with their "experience" and parts,
> > or go to an independent shop ?
> > Would the shop have been able to fix the sunroof,
> > the cooling fan relay, the rear lift gate latch ?
> >
> > AND - how do you find a shop that works with & really knows Jeeps ?
>
#28
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Re: dealer vs auto shop for repairs @ $117/hr
Stealers here want around the $160 /hr.
Dave
"philthy" <dbrider@cac.net> wrote in message
news:4710F36F.60210F6B@cac.net...
> ask around were are you located
>
> "P.Schuman" wrote:
>
> > Over the years, I've almost always brought my cars
> > back to the dealer for specific problems vs general maint.
> > Chevy - Chevy - Saab - Maxima - Jeep - Jeep
> >
> > My thinking was that they know their specific brand & models,
> > and have the specific experience & parts....
> > BUT - my local Jeep dealer labor costs are HUGE at $117 hour.
> >
> > Here are some of things over the years with my current GC Jeep...
> >
> > ie - sunroof motor
> > electric cooling fan relay
> > rear lift gate latch
> > transmission transducer sensor
> > serpentine belt
> >
> > then the usual engine/oil maint, flush, plugs, etc
> > and the "problem" with brake rotors -
> > replaced warped rotors 3 times
> > before finally going to a drilled/slotted version
> >
> > SO - do you continue to go to the Jeep dealer
> > with their "experience" and parts,
> > or go to an independent shop ?
> > Would the shop have been able to fix the sunroof,
> > the cooling fan relay, the rear lift gate latch ?
> >
> > AND - how do you find a shop that works with & really knows Jeeps ?
>
Dave
"philthy" <dbrider@cac.net> wrote in message
news:4710F36F.60210F6B@cac.net...
> ask around were are you located
>
> "P.Schuman" wrote:
>
> > Over the years, I've almost always brought my cars
> > back to the dealer for specific problems vs general maint.
> > Chevy - Chevy - Saab - Maxima - Jeep - Jeep
> >
> > My thinking was that they know their specific brand & models,
> > and have the specific experience & parts....
> > BUT - my local Jeep dealer labor costs are HUGE at $117 hour.
> >
> > Here are some of things over the years with my current GC Jeep...
> >
> > ie - sunroof motor
> > electric cooling fan relay
> > rear lift gate latch
> > transmission transducer sensor
> > serpentine belt
> >
> > then the usual engine/oil maint, flush, plugs, etc
> > and the "problem" with brake rotors -
> > replaced warped rotors 3 times
> > before finally going to a drilled/slotted version
> >
> > SO - do you continue to go to the Jeep dealer
> > with their "experience" and parts,
> > or go to an independent shop ?
> > Would the shop have been able to fix the sunroof,
> > the cooling fan relay, the rear lift gate latch ?
> >
> > AND - how do you find a shop that works with & really knows Jeeps ?
>
#29
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Re: dealer vs auto shop for repairs @ $117/hr
Stealers here want around the $160 /hr.
Dave
"philthy" <dbrider@cac.net> wrote in message
news:4710F36F.60210F6B@cac.net...
> ask around were are you located
>
> "P.Schuman" wrote:
>
> > Over the years, I've almost always brought my cars
> > back to the dealer for specific problems vs general maint.
> > Chevy - Chevy - Saab - Maxima - Jeep - Jeep
> >
> > My thinking was that they know their specific brand & models,
> > and have the specific experience & parts....
> > BUT - my local Jeep dealer labor costs are HUGE at $117 hour.
> >
> > Here are some of things over the years with my current GC Jeep...
> >
> > ie - sunroof motor
> > electric cooling fan relay
> > rear lift gate latch
> > transmission transducer sensor
> > serpentine belt
> >
> > then the usual engine/oil maint, flush, plugs, etc
> > and the "problem" with brake rotors -
> > replaced warped rotors 3 times
> > before finally going to a drilled/slotted version
> >
> > SO - do you continue to go to the Jeep dealer
> > with their "experience" and parts,
> > or go to an independent shop ?
> > Would the shop have been able to fix the sunroof,
> > the cooling fan relay, the rear lift gate latch ?
> >
> > AND - how do you find a shop that works with & really knows Jeeps ?
>
Dave
"philthy" <dbrider@cac.net> wrote in message
news:4710F36F.60210F6B@cac.net...
> ask around were are you located
>
> "P.Schuman" wrote:
>
> > Over the years, I've almost always brought my cars
> > back to the dealer for specific problems vs general maint.
> > Chevy - Chevy - Saab - Maxima - Jeep - Jeep
> >
> > My thinking was that they know their specific brand & models,
> > and have the specific experience & parts....
> > BUT - my local Jeep dealer labor costs are HUGE at $117 hour.
> >
> > Here are some of things over the years with my current GC Jeep...
> >
> > ie - sunroof motor
> > electric cooling fan relay
> > rear lift gate latch
> > transmission transducer sensor
> > serpentine belt
> >
> > then the usual engine/oil maint, flush, plugs, etc
> > and the "problem" with brake rotors -
> > replaced warped rotors 3 times
> > before finally going to a drilled/slotted version
> >
> > SO - do you continue to go to the Jeep dealer
> > with their "experience" and parts,
> > or go to an independent shop ?
> > Would the shop have been able to fix the sunroof,
> > the cooling fan relay, the rear lift gate latch ?
> >
> > AND - how do you find a shop that works with & really knows Jeeps ?
>
#30
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Re: dealer vs auto shop for repairs @ $117/hr
How much is that in Pound Sterling, about 15?
Cheers,
Earle
"Dave Milne" <jeep@_removethisbit_milne.info> wrote in message
news:PdkQi.6579$lV4.4392@fe2.news.blueyonder.co.uk ...
> Stealers here want around the $160 /hr.
>
> Dave
>
> "philthy" <dbrider@cac.net> wrote in message
> news:4710F36F.60210F6B@cac.net...
> > ask around were are you located
> >
> > "P.Schuman" wrote:
> >
> > > Over the years, I've almost always brought my cars
> > > back to the dealer for specific problems vs general maint.
> > > Chevy - Chevy - Saab - Maxima - Jeep - Jeep
> > >
> > > My thinking was that they know their specific brand & models,
> > > and have the specific experience & parts....
> > > BUT - my local Jeep dealer labor costs are HUGE at $117 hour.
> > >
> > > Here are some of things over the years with my current GC Jeep...
> > >
> > > ie - sunroof motor
> > > electric cooling fan relay
> > > rear lift gate latch
> > > transmission transducer sensor
> > > serpentine belt
> > >
> > > then the usual engine/oil maint, flush, plugs, etc
> > > and the "problem" with brake rotors -
> > > replaced warped rotors 3 times
> > > before finally going to a drilled/slotted version
> > >
> > > SO - do you continue to go to the Jeep dealer
> > > with their "experience" and parts,
> > > or go to an independent shop ?
> > > Would the shop have been able to fix the sunroof,
> > > the cooling fan relay, the rear lift gate latch ?
> > >
> > > AND - how do you find a shop that works with & really knows Jeeps ?
> >
>
>
Cheers,
Earle
"Dave Milne" <jeep@_removethisbit_milne.info> wrote in message
news:PdkQi.6579$lV4.4392@fe2.news.blueyonder.co.uk ...
> Stealers here want around the $160 /hr.
>
> Dave
>
> "philthy" <dbrider@cac.net> wrote in message
> news:4710F36F.60210F6B@cac.net...
> > ask around were are you located
> >
> > "P.Schuman" wrote:
> >
> > > Over the years, I've almost always brought my cars
> > > back to the dealer for specific problems vs general maint.
> > > Chevy - Chevy - Saab - Maxima - Jeep - Jeep
> > >
> > > My thinking was that they know their specific brand & models,
> > > and have the specific experience & parts....
> > > BUT - my local Jeep dealer labor costs are HUGE at $117 hour.
> > >
> > > Here are some of things over the years with my current GC Jeep...
> > >
> > > ie - sunroof motor
> > > electric cooling fan relay
> > > rear lift gate latch
> > > transmission transducer sensor
> > > serpentine belt
> > >
> > > then the usual engine/oil maint, flush, plugs, etc
> > > and the "problem" with brake rotors -
> > > replaced warped rotors 3 times
> > > before finally going to a drilled/slotted version
> > >
> > > SO - do you continue to go to the Jeep dealer
> > > with their "experience" and parts,
> > > or go to an independent shop ?
> > > Would the shop have been able to fix the sunroof,
> > > the cooling fan relay, the rear lift gate latch ?
> > >
> > > AND - how do you find a shop that works with & really knows Jeeps ?
> >
>
>