In message >, "Casper" wrote:

>bllsht > hacked up a hairball and the stain left
>behind looked like this:
>
>>Not to take anything from your mechanic, but it looks like he's had mostly GM
>>training, and probably has mostly GM experience. You may be better off with
>>somebody who is experienced with the Chrysler systems. Being familiar with a
>>system is a big advantage.
>
>Already been to two different Chrysler/Jeep mechanics and they had
>considerably less to offer in the way of a fix except to charge me
>exorbitant fees and wanted to replace my muffler for $1600.
>
>>He designed a current probe? Any decent automotive lab scope kit will come with
>>one of those, and they're not $400.
>
>Maybe. I do not know. But he has won several awards for his probe, so
>there must be something different about it.

I'm sure for $400 he'd like you to believe it's different, but it's still just a
current clamp. Can't help but wonder if he makes more money fixing cars or
selling probes...

>
>>Again, he may be good, but this problem has been going on for quite a while now
>>with no fix in sight.
>>Does he have a DRB?
>
>Again, he has all the DRB and other diagnostic tools. He has more than
>any of the Chrysler/Jeep dealerships in the area.
>
>The repairs are per acceptance of the insurance company, so I am
>restricted to who can make repairs. Also, this guy has already been
>paid for some parts and must warranty his work. Especially for the PCM
>he already replaced should it be defective.

In an earlier post you said YOU weren't going to pay for anymore replacement
parts. Why are YOU paying for stuff that's supposedly covered by your insurance?

Something smells bad here...