Hey... its been almost a year since I've posted in here. My 2000 Accord V6 won't start. The battery is fine, all the lights and stuff work. When I turn the key the engine chugs but never catches or turns on. I thougt this might be the alternator, since I heard weird noises coming from that area last night before the car completely died this morning.

Now its at a mechanic's place, and he says its not the alternator and wants to do a $45 diagnostic to find out what's wrong. Is this guy trying to jack me? Does my problem sound like it might be alternator? Does anyone know of any good mechanics in the San Diego (Mira Mesa/Miramar) area?

Thanks,
Bryan