Hi all-
I've been getting a noise that sounds like a bearing going out (or already gone) in my A/C pump, perhaps (sounds like it, maybe the A/C motor clutch or something?), though the A/C is still turning and working. Since the pump belt is connected to the other drive belt setup, I don't want it to fail catastrophically and really mess something up (worst case I can think of is the thing seizes and the A/C stops working, however that is just a guess).
Anyway, I was wondering if anyone knew a reputable shop with decent rates (if there is such a thing anymore) that specializes in Toyota trucks? It is a 2.7L Tacoma 4x4. Looking for a shop in the South Bay, preferably around Mountain View/Sunnyvale/Santa Clara or somewhere close. Thanks. Alternatively, if someone says, "don't be a cheap ass and just take it to a factory shop/dealer", then I will probably accept that, too. It seems to me the sound is very localized and should be easy to diagnose, just don't want some bastard to charge me $100 for 5 mins of time, especially if I am going to get the work done there...
Zach