learnfpga@gmail.com wrote:

> On Jul 16, 2:38 pm, "http://www.ClubPlug.net - Your Source for Online
> Spark Plug Cross Reference Catalogs!" <clubp...@hotmail.com> wrote:
>> On Jul 16, 2:05 pm, Joe LaVigne <jlavi...@hits-buffalo.com> wrote:
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>> > learnf...@gmail.com wrote:
>> > > I have 2001 Honda Civic with about 88K. I was looking at maintainence
>> > > manual and it recommends lot of things to be done at 90K.
>> > > (Transmission Fluid, Spark Plug replacement etc etc)
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>> > > My question is what would be approximate cost of this whole thing?
>> > > Also is it better to get it done from a dealer than say a local
>> > > mechanic?
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>> > > Thanks in advance....
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>> > Without the whole list, an estimate isn't going to happen...
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>> > As for dealer vs local mechanic, it doesn't matter, as long as the
>> > mechanic
>> > is reputable and competent, and as long as they use the right fluids.
>> > For instance, Honda Transmission fluid is a must...
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>> I have to agree with Joe, you need to make sure that the local
>> mechanic is competent. One thing is for sure, the local mechanic will
>> or should be cheaper compared to the dealer.
>> :-)
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>> Good luck.
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> I am looking for Transmission fluid, Coolant, Brake Fluid, Oil/Filter
> Change, and Spark plugs. The dealer I called said the 90K service
> would be about $500. I think thats exhorbitant. I called my local
> mechanic and he quoted approx 200-250 bucks.
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> Is it recommended to have original fluids like coolant and
> transmission fluid etc?

Yes. AAMOF, I would recommend OEM on everything you listed, except for the
Oil and Filter. The other fluids are a must, as are the spark plugs (for
the most part)... If they can't get OEM plugs, use NGK.