Mario (jr94513) the Mechanic - Official Vouch Thread!
05-16-2016, 09:30 PM
#32
Just want to give a HUGE thanks to Mario this weekend. I daily my car, track (when I can), and tougé. The last service I got was when I first got my car, which was a 60k at the dealer. WAY overpriced, but I needed it done to have somewhat peace of mind. I used to service write so I'm pretty sure it was a rip off anyway. We were talking for a couple weeks since I was waiting for my parts. Some other parts I wasn't intending to get so early came in so I threw those on as well.
Services Completed:
Superb workmanship. Knows what he's doing. Even if you don't have an S2000 if you're in the East Bay come here. He has experience with all sorts of vehicles. Brakes are on point. Great feel and better stopping power. The clutch feels a LOT better. I did a quick bleed myself since I started leaking fluid a few weeks ago. It was a half ass job on my part. Mario got it done right so no more weird feel clutch. Also, ask questions! He's more than happy to help. We were pretty much talking the whole time, just a bunch of guys hanging out. Valve adjustment was immediately noticeable. Smoother powerband, slight change in engine tone. Super quick job done too. After he retorqued the subframe I noticed the feel was more responsive, had less slop, and more feel. My car is a daily so I notice all of the small changes. Definitely coming back here for work again. He welcomed me back anytime if I had any issues with the car. Quick, efficient, and I'll never set foot in a dealership again. Oh and if he's able to get you parts himself he'll save you the trouble of looking for them.
Right as he finished up Toshi pulled in with his baller ass exhaust. Now it was a party of 3. I hung around to watch the job get done and took some videos/pics. Had a lot of fun and laughs.
I already have major service planned and I'll be coming back. Very good communication by the way. I'm just really happy I have someone to take my car to in the East Bay.
Services Completed:
- Replace brake pads
- Replace Rotors
- Replace OEM brake lines with SS lines
- Clutch Bleed
- Brake bleed
- Valve Adjustment
- Retorque subframe bolts
Superb workmanship. Knows what he's doing. Even if you don't have an S2000 if you're in the East Bay come here. He has experience with all sorts of vehicles. Brakes are on point. Great feel and better stopping power. The clutch feels a LOT better. I did a quick bleed myself since I started leaking fluid a few weeks ago. It was a half ass job on my part. Mario got it done right so no more weird feel clutch. Also, ask questions! He's more than happy to help. We were pretty much talking the whole time, just a bunch of guys hanging out. Valve adjustment was immediately noticeable. Smoother powerband, slight change in engine tone. Super quick job done too. After he retorqued the subframe I noticed the feel was more responsive, had less slop, and more feel. My car is a daily so I notice all of the small changes. Definitely coming back here for work again. He welcomed me back anytime if I had any issues with the car. Quick, efficient, and I'll never set foot in a dealership again. Oh and if he's able to get you parts himself he'll save you the trouble of looking for them.
Right as he finished up Toshi pulled in with his baller ass exhaust. Now it was a party of 3. I hung around to watch the job get done and took some videos/pics. Had a lot of fun and laughs.
I already have major service planned and I'll be coming back. Very good communication by the way. I'm just really happy I have someone to take my car to in the East Bay.
it was really nice meeting you!
05-27-2016, 02:16 AM
#34
06-03-2016, 08:39 PM
#35
Thread Starter
06-26-2016, 03:20 PM
#37
Awesome guy and awesome mechanic... this guy is a pro and knows his s2000s. Today he did valve adjustment, bled clutch fluid and did full alignment on the AP2 I've had for a month now and did a stellar job.
Will definitely be taking my car to him whenever I need anything else done. Thanks, Mario!
Will definitely be taking my car to him whenever I need anything else done. Thanks, Mario!
06-28-2016, 07:01 AM
#38
Installed Berk 63mm Test Pipe right before Toshi's Redwood drive:
In and Out!
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In and Out!
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07-08-2016, 06:08 PM
#39
Drove up to meet Mario with @kmac. I had the height adjusted on my coilovers and an alignment done. I am very happy with the results and at a great price! Thanks again bro!
07-18-2016, 09:14 AM
#40
Another shout out to Mario for working on the S this past Saturday afternoon. Good dude for sure. And thanks for the recommendation on the Hankook R-S3 tires. Ordered them and can't wait to try them out this coming weekend.
-Mike
-Mike