jennifer wrote:
I haven't tried another mechanic yet as I haven't given up on Mike yet. Update to my transmission. They didn't replace any fluids as they are trying to get the something to trip so they can figure out what the problem really is. They say replacing fluids would be like throwing my money away until they find the cause. They want me to leave the car with them so they can drive it around when they have time and try and make it trip. Does this sound reasonable? Its a drag to be carless as we have 4 drivers in the house (visualize teenage angst). They've had it 2 days. How long is reasonable to just have it there while they try and drive it around waiting for the thing to trip?
Sounds very reasonable to me, not many shops will go to that much trouble to try and pin down a problem rather than just throwing money (yours) at it and hoping for the best. Biggest issue is when/if they can replicate the problem.
I feel for you on the teenage angst issue, BTDT...