I recently had an issue with my 1998 Honda CRV and I was pretty certain that it meant replacing the alternator, which I was told can be a rather expensive fix. I called around several mechanics in my area. Some wouldn't let me bring my own part (which I wanted to do to save a little money), some were too busy to fix it ASAP (which I wanted to do since I need my car to drive for my job and it didn't start at all). I called Salim at ASA and he was so patient and kind said I could bring the part since he didn't have it and he could probably do it by the end of the day (it was already about 1pm at that point and I still needed to get it towed to his place!). After getting it to his place he jumped into action and quickly realized, to my relief, it was the belt, not the alternator. He ordered the part quickly and got it in in a snap, staying late to make sure it was done properly. I asked if I should go ahead and replace the alternator and he was honest with me that it didn't need to be replaced (even though another mechanic might tell me to replace it as well since it's old so that he can charge more).
Salim even called the next day to make sure the battery had charged properly overnight. I cannot recommend his service enough! He was very kind and capable and will go back to him with all of my mechanic needs, not just alternators and starters, in the future. Thank you!! read more