I took my 2000 Nissan Frontier in on Friday before new years. There was a rasping noise that only happened during acceleration. It was a cold morning and the noise was minimal. I also needed it looked over to see what maintenance related repairs it may be needing. The service manager was very nice and called me, suggested I change the plugs, wires, distributor cap and rotor. The rasping noise was from a heat shield vibrating against the exhaust. I agreed to have this work done and went to pick it up that afternoon.\r
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When I arrived, the truck was making a new noise. This time it was a patterned tapping sound. The mechanic told me it was an exhaust leak from a bold that was missing from the manifold. He told me he had heard it since he started working on it. since this noise happened when the engine was idling, I know it was new. The service manager agreed with me and they agreed to work out a deal for me since it happened on their watch. At this point I was reluctant and wondered it I had been had. I dropped by another place that verified the bolt was missing and that was what caused the noise. \r
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Choice repaired the bolt faster than they expected and adjusted the price according. Now the truck sounds great. I'm pleased. I will most likely return for future work, although as a warning, their hourly rate is higher than some. \r
Pros: specialized in asian vehicles
Cons: prices similar to dealership
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