[FrogInABlender]

Wow! Sounds like you dodged a bullet. I’m glad the guy found it before you had an accident. But at least it sounds like you knew what you were looking at and talking about. That always helps when dealing with mechanics.

[Beaker]

I’m the kind of person who has to know how things work, even if it’s just rudimentary knowledge. (I’m not a gear-head in any way shape or form) Really, I’m more embarrassed than anything. The car is an older t-bird, and I try very hard to keep it well maintained. The mechanic treated me like a naughty child, but he gave me a good price for parts and labor. Should have the car back by Monday, though I’m skeptical.