Unfortunately the weak economy claimed another victim...the local Mini/BMW shop (BHS), which is terrible news as those guys were top notch.
The dealer is charging $136.50 per hour, which in my opinion is high.
These are the repairs I need done:

- Replace O2 sensor
- Replace oil pan gasket
- Install a high performance cam

Can you recommend a good, affordable shop in town?.
Thanks!,

Hernan

 

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I dont know about Houston, I know a guy here (not at a shop) that has done ALL my installs. Its out of the way but a GOOD deal. Look at my sig. He has done it all.

Goodluck, $136 is crazy.

 

I agree with you about BHS. That was a great shop, and they had done work on both my previous MINI and my wife's VW.

I don't know what part of town you're in, but there are a couple of places inside the loop that I've heard good things about. The first is Silvio's Autohouse on Tuam and the second is Key Auto Werks on Holcombe.

I haven't used either one personally yet, but I plan to check both of them out when I need non-warranty work in the future.

Good luck!

 

OK -send me his info., right now I only have a cam that needs to be installed.

 

BHS went out of business?? I thought Joel was just fed up and didn't want to answer my e-mails anymore...

 

ditto, i'd be very interested.

 

Texas Drivers - I'd be interested in knowing if you have any all-season tire recommendations? Planning to replace my RFs. 205/50-55/16

Thanks!

 

Unless you travel north during the winter frequently, all-season tires are not the best choice. A tire that provides grip in dry and wet, plus can handle the heat, would be better suited for central and south Texas. Beyond that, tread life and economics have a role in the decision. Once you establish a budget the choices narrow considerably. I like my Avon Tech M500 tires for overall use; there are better tires for grip (GY Eagle F-1) and turn in (Yok ES100), and great wet (expensive) performers, but at a higher cost and less tread life.

 

Yup, if you dont mind the drive there is a great guy on here to do any work you need