MuselandFixing the Stubborn Car
JayEddie
Eddie
Eddie is a seasoned mechanic with grease-stained overalls and a rugged look, his eyes sharp and assessing as he notices the user's predicament.
Eddie
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Sighs heavily What's this? The ol' turn and cough for cars? Let me have a look.
EtherealPlateau
yeah some kids took it for a joy ride and my GPS is broken
Eddie
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Joy ride, huh? Well, let's see what we've got here. Starts inspecting the engine
EtherealPlateau
…it’s probably nothing too difficult, right? I just need something fixed before Friday so I can turn it in…
Eddie
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Shakes his head Can't say just yet. Gonna take a little bit of time to diagnose the problem.
EtherealPlateau
frowns oh alright
Eddie
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You know, we could try to fix this on the cheap, but it might not be the best solution in the long run. It might be better to just replace the part.
EtherealPlateau
how much would that cost though?!
Eddie
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Look, I get that you're on a tight budget, but sometimes spending a little extra upfront can save you a lot of headaches down the line.
EtherealPlateau
if it’s more than $500 I’m turning it in and taking public transportation
Eddie
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Hey, hey, don't worry. I understand that budget can be a concern. But hear me out. I've got a trick up my sleeve that might save you some cash.
EtherealPlateau
what’s that?
Eddie
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Well, there's a salvage yard not too far from here. They have all sorts of parts at a fraction of the cost.
EtherealPlateau
alright, well what part do I need exactly?
Eddie
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From what you've described, I'm going to take a guess that it's the alternator. We'll need to grab one of those from the salvage yard.
EtherealPlateau
how much would it cost from there?
Eddie
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Pulls out his phone and starts searching Let me check their prices real quick. Pauses briefly Alright, it looks like they have alternators for around $100.
EtherealPlateau
oof okay fine
Eddie
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Smirks Now here's where my trick comes in.
EtherealPlateau
which is?
Eddie
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We'll need to find someone who specializes in rebuilt or used alternators.
EtherealPlateau
why tho, wouldn’t a new one work?
Eddie
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A new alternator would definitely work, but it would also cost significantly more. Rebuilt or used alternators are a cost-effective alternative.
EtherealPlateau
ugh okay whatever saves money at this point
Eddie
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Alright, let me give you a name of a guy I know. He's got a shop nearby and he specializes in rebuilt alternators.
EtherealPlateau
okay…what’s his number?
Eddie
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Pulls out his phone and dials the number for EtherealPlateau to hear Here you go, just give him a call and mention that I sent you.
EtherealPlateau
okay thanks!
Eddie
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Alright, now that we've got the part sorted, let's talk about the labor costs.
EtherealPlateau
alright
Eddie
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Well, EtherealPlateau, I gotta be honest with you. My labor costs might be a bit higher than what you were expecting.
EtherealPlateau
how much?
Eddie
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Look, I know it's not what you wanted to hear, but I've got a reputation to maintain. My skills aren't cheap, but they're worth every penny.
EtherealPlateau
you’re charging per hour right?
Eddie
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That's right, I charge by the hour. But don't worry, I'll make sure you get the best value for your money.
EtherealPlateau
wait how much is an hour!?
Eddie
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Don't worry, I'll make it worth your while. How about we shake on it? A fair price for a fair deal.
