good mechanic in Pittsburgh, PA?

[bagpiperjosh]

So i was told by a local shop that i have a leaky head gasket, becasue i asked them to tell me where i was leaking coolant from. Are there any mechanics in the PGH area that are trusted to work on these motors and don't cost an arm and a leg. This truck is my daily driver, so i need to have it done sooner than later.

thanks

 

[icanfixall]

Only person that comes to mind is Mel at Conestoga diesel in Pa. I really don't know if he will take on that kind of a rush job or not. don't know how far off you are from him either. You might try Barnett in New Jersey too. I know they are a machine shop but do not know if they will take on that job either. Just throwing out there some possible places to ask.

 

[FarmerFrank]

I'm only 30 or so miles from you and take on a good bit of side work. Sadly with the farm and side projects I don't know when I'd be able to do your truck

 

[icanfixall]

I should ask why does the "mechanic" think its a head gasket leaking. What are the signs that you can tell us.

 

[gandalf]

Gary, as nearly as I can measure, he is about 150 miles west of Mel. It's a do-able distance if need be, but there should be somebody closer.


Josh, is that a Tardis in your avatar? (Y)

 

[mu2bdriver]

Pittsburgh to Willow Street is about 245 mi apart. Well worth the drive both ways for a knowledgeable tech.

 

[bagpiperjosh]

Gary, as nearly as I can measure, he is about 150 miles west of Mel. It's a do-able distance if need be, but there should be somebody closer.


Josh, is that a Tardis in your avatar? (Y)

yes it is. and if its gonna cost a few grand to get this truck fixed. i will likely just sell it. I cant justify so much money to fix a 30 year old 2wd truck.