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Column Headings: K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness
N = Nominated for Expert of the Month
| Date | User | K | C | T | P | N | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009-06-10 | Barb | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you so much |
| 2009-05-15 | Will | 10 | 10 | 9 | 10 | No | |
| 2009-05-14 | Stacey | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank You,,,It was the starter.... |
| 2009-04-20 | Chuck | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Tim, Thanks for the reply. I will check with another Toyota Dealer in the area. I appreciate the timeliness of your response. Chuck |
| 2009-04-20 | Susan | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | I would have liked to ask another question but unable to to do as he is on vacation. |
| 2009-03-31 | John | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Tim, Thanks a lot for your prompt answer to my Question. This gave me some direction as where to start. I may have more questions in the future as I embark on a little restoration project. Thanks again, John |
| 2009-03-26 | Rose | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2009-03-26 | Kendall | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Good recommendation. |
| 2009-03-18 | Ramon | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Great advise from Tim. |
| 2009-03-17 | Ned | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2009-03-05 | Dave | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you. I couldnt wait any longer because I was having engine quits at intersections. Yesterday I found out I put in the wrong sensor because of the california emissions difference. Sensor changed and voila, new truck. I guess thats why the plug was wrong on every sensor I found in town with that exact same part number! A california vehicle I bought in MD. I suppose the VIN would have helped. Thank you. Dave |
| 2009-03-03 | Jonny | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | You just hit it in the bulls eye thank you |
| 2009-03-03 | Romell | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you very much Tim! It'll ease my worries. More power to you! |
| 2009-03-02 | jim brown | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | recen surgery will check out info. soon thanhs |
| 2009-02-28 | Jeff | 10 | 10 | 6 | 10 | No | Thanks Tim! I do feel better now. |
| 2009-02-23 | Karen | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2009-01-20 | james | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you, I did not realize they were availabke for imports, |
| 2009-01-19 | Debbie | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2009-01-13 | Dan | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2009-01-12 | David | 9 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you |
| 2009-01-09 | Maureen | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Tim basically confirmed what I was thinking...rip off! I couldn't get thru to give him mileage (he was maxed out) so I contacted another volunteer. Andrew kind of agreed but said it could happen. |
| 2009-01-03 | Michael | 10 | 10 | 8 | 10 | No | Thanks very much! cheers, Michael |
| 2008-12-28 | Rocky | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | thank you |
| 2008-12-23 | grant | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | very prompt and informative |
| 2008-12-21 | Zynique | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Answer question quickly and in a timely manner. Great answer. |
| 2008-12-19 | Brian | 10 | 9 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2008-12-17 | Chuck | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you |
| 2008-12-17 | Zameer | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Very quick and helpful. |
| 2008-12-16 | PAM | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks, Ill try your suggestions! |
| 2008-12-16 | V. Tongson | 9 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | thanks for your time |
Tim
Expertise
Any Toyota, especially Camry, Corolla, or Geo/Chev Prizm problems. Heavy experience with ECM,sensor,diagnostic issues, driveablilty, starting, fuel,charging, electrical, overall mechanical engine/transmission, and suspension problems. If I can't answer a question correctly in a timely manner I will search for the answer.
Experience
I have 32 years experience in automotive field as a diagnostic technician. I analyze and correct problems on Toyota cars. I manage a car care organization for my church. The church has approximately 9000 members We provide diagnostic and repair services for low income individuals on a volunteer basis. I personally have owned and driven Toyotas for 27 years. My children, grandchildren, father and mother drive Toyotas. I have converted many friends to Toyotas.
Education/Credentials
Unrelated; Computer Science Degree.
My experience has been self taught, always learning. I am not a parts replacer! I've seen way to many parts replaced by shops or individuals that don't have a clue, eventually I get called to resolve the issue. Most of the time its something simple like a bad ground, broken wire, gas cap, or dirty sensor(02 or MAF), etc.
Sensors are there to send a signal back to the computer that something is off slightly, that doesn't mean the sensor is bad!
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