Any leads for a good Auto AC mechanic in GTA?

May 21st, 2019 10:20 am

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SimarK87827 [OP]: Newbie; Dec 1, 2018; 13 posts; 2 upvotes

May 21st, 2019 10:20 am

Any leads for a good Auto AC mechanic in GTA?

Hello, I have a 2016 LX Honda Civic and it is currently out of warranty. My car's AC has stopped throwing in cool air and This model has had a genuine issue with AC Condenser. So I wanted to get it checked with a known AC mechanic in Scarborough, Markham, Toronto area.

Also, I checked with iGarage and they don't work on ACs.

Please suggest leads if you know any. Thanks

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May 21st, 2019 11:15 am

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phantom_911: Jr. Member; Mar 28, 2007; 157 posts; 91 upvotes

May 21st, 2019 11:15 am

You can try this place. They do all types of repairs but specialize in AC repair. They're not cheap but they will do a proper job.

Radman-Radtech Auto Repairs
Address: 321 Rexdale Blvd #4, Etobicoke, ON M9W 1R6
Phone: (416) 742-4521
https://www.radtechautorepair.ca/

May 21st, 2019 2:37 pm

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jeeva86: Deal Fanatic; Jul 4, 2005; 6694 posts; 1002 upvotes; Ottawa

May 21st, 2019 2:37 pm

I found a random dude from Kijiji and he “fixed” my ac issue. He said the gas must’ve leaked or something so he refilled it and it works. Probably a short term fix but it’s always a pain trying to fully fix ac issues so I was ok with it. Think I paid $150.

Heatware

May 21st, 2019 3:00 pm

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ROYinTO: Deal Addict; Dec 12, 2009; 4488 posts; 2124 upvotes; Toronto

May 21st, 2019 3:00 pm

phantom_911 wrote: ↑ You can try this place. They do all types of repairs but specialize in AC repair. They're not cheap but they will do a proper job.

Radman-Radtech Auto Repairs
Address: 321 Rexdale Blvd #4, Etobicoke, ON M9W 1R6
Phone: (416) 742-4521
https://www.radtechautorepair.ca/

Has anybody used them for parts? I'm thinking of replacing a rad myself.

Their site https://www.radtechautorepair.ca/products-and-services says:

At The Radman, we sell wholesale parts to other garages, but we also carry a wide variety of radiators and air conditioning parts as well as new tires.

Hoping to find a place where you don't have to consider potential shipping damage and that the rad can be pressure tested before install.

Following the advice of the Health Experts - I will consider voting for Dougie @ 12:01 AM, five days after the next provincial election.

May 21st, 2019 3:02 pm

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SimarK87827 [OP]: Newbie; Dec 1, 2018; 13 posts; 2 upvotes

May 21st, 2019 3:02 pm

You have the same year vehicle? And can you share his number?

jeeva86 wrote: ↑ I found a random dude from Kijiji and he “fixed” my ac issue. He said the gas must’ve leaked or something so he refilled it and it works. Probably a short term fix but it’s always a pain trying to fully fix ac issues so I was ok with it. Think I paid $150.

May 21st, 2019 3:23 pm

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jeeva86: Deal Fanatic; Jul 4, 2005; 6694 posts; 1002 upvotes; Ottawa

May 21st, 2019 3:23 pm

SimarK87827 wrote: ↑ You have the same year vehicle? And can you share his number?

No don’t have his number. He came to my workplace in Markham. Was flexible unlike others. I drive a TL.

Heatware

May 21st, 2019 5:11 pm

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trixstar: Deal Guru; Jun 11, 2005; 13120 posts; 1938 upvotes; Toronto

May 21st, 2019 5:11 pm

just refilled it myself. $25 plus tax for the can. Took 5 mins.

May 21st, 2019 5:24 pm

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papoose: Jr. Member; Jan 3, 2007; 110 posts; 7 upvotes

May 21st, 2019 5:24 pm

trixstar wrote: ↑ just refilled it myself. $25 plus tax for the can. Took 5 mins.

Something was wrong with your condenser as well?

May 21st, 2019 5:37 pm

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trixstar: Deal Guru; Jun 11, 2005; 13120 posts; 1938 upvotes; Toronto

May 21st, 2019 5:37 pm

papoose wrote: ↑ Something was wrong with your condenser as well?

No idea. It wasn't blowing cold so I figured for $25 it was worth a shot. Your model is quite new so maybe there is a leak. If it's a small leak, you can just fill it up and use it. Maybe it will last you a year before you need to fill it again. R143A is not an ozone depleting chemical so I wouldn't worry about it leaking into the air.

May 21st, 2019 6:03 pm

#10

jackrabbit000: Deal Fanatic; Dec 28, 2007; 7957 posts; 4573 upvotes; Alberta

May 21st, 2019 6:03 pm

trixstar wrote: ↑ just refilled it myself. $25 plus tax for the can. Took 5 mins.

This. Used the Red-Tek refridgerant from CT. Worked great for me and it was colder than when the car was new. If it doesn't work, it only cost you a few $$.

Jun 3rd, 2019 10:59 am

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papoose: Jr. Member; Jan 3, 2007; 110 posts; 7 upvotes

Jun 3rd, 2019 10:59 am

Bumppp Any luck finding a place?

Jun 3rd, 2019 11:31 am

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torontoguy777: Sr. Member; Apr 22, 2006; 970 posts; 317 upvotes; Toronto

Jun 3rd, 2019 11:31 am

Me too, would love to know someone recommended by RFD.