Few Probs

[Greenauto]

Can Anyone help?

 

I've got two problems with the car. 1st is that the brakes aren't up to much. This shouldn't be the case as they are the bigger brakes. Discs and pads seem to be ok. When I'm driving along I get two warning lights coming on internittently. They are the same two red lights that you get on start up with the handbrake on. I really have to stamp on the brakes hard to get anything to happen(worrying, especially for an auto) also you can hear a noise like the caliper clicking once as you push the pedal down. Not sure if something has gone within the caliper itself or if they just need bled and a general once over. I'd love to have braking to match the performance.

 

2nd problem is a rattle when I go over pot holes. You can't hear it when you've got the windows closed but open its really annoying. Its not the boot as I did the rubbers. I think its likely to be the Subframe or suspension/bushes. Any thoughts?

 

I'm getting my mechanic friend to look at it tonight but if anyone can recommend a good gargae in Aberdeen to do the work that'd be great.

[hoff]

With regards to your 1st problem,it could be due to the brake fluid. It could need changing or topping up to prevent the lights comming on. That was advice I was given. Could also be the lines.

 

The 2nd problem could be your shocks are leaking a little.

 

Im not very technically minded but thats the things that come to my mind. Someone else should be able to give you more info.

[Eve]

Dave,

 

Kslb has recently used two garages up here. One is japerformance in Ellon and the GM Garage Services in Inverurie. Both for oil leaks.

 

Wallace Performance are Scooby specialists really but you could try them for simple mechanics.

 

There are a couple of garages to avoid but i'll PM you them save getting done for slander or libel!

[Greenauto]

Cheers for the replies guys,

 

Yeah I'm hoping the brakes is just needin a fluid change or top up and not something popped off or fallen to bits. As for the suspension I'll get him to have a look while he's got the car on the ramps.

 

Cheers for the run down on the garages Eve. If my mate manages this time I'll just use him for the basics. It shouldn't be too much hassle If I'd been twin or single it might have been an issue but the NA should be fairly basic and easy to work on.

 

I might try Wallace Performance for some of the bits I want done once I've got the money from the sale of my flat through. I guess once I find somewhere I trust its best just to stick with them.

[Eve]

If you find someone you trust let me know! Mechanic mates are very handy to have.