Ive done a lot of starters, alternators, and water pumps, a clutch, and a few head gaskets/timing belts. I still fall in the advanced category. Experts don't need as much guidance as I need.
Edit... Brakes (not drum) I can do in my sleep, and apparently did once as I put the pads on backward. Drove it around the block and ruined the rotors so I got to change those too.
I feel like brakes might be the most overpriced repair that garages charge for. Also I'm trying to figure out how you got the pads on backwards. It was something I did with some older cars but assume the new models have some bullshit you need a special tool to complete the job or the hands of an infant to reach (ie try replacing your headlamps now).
It was my girlfriends 2002 Sebring. Easily done. The slots lined right up, apparently. I really can't explain it.
I can't think Sebring without thinking Michael Scott
Ive done a lot of starters, alternators, and water pumps, a clutch, and a few head gaskets/timing belts. I still fall in the advanced category. Experts don't need as much guidance as I need.
Edit... Brakes (not drum) I can do in my sleep, and apparently did once as I put the pads on backward. Drove it around the block and ruined the rotors so I got to change those too.
I feel like brakes might be the most overpriced repair that garages charge for. Also I'm trying to figure out how you got the pads on backwards. It was something I did with some older cars but assume the new models have some bullshit you need a special tool to complete the job or the hands of an infant to reach (ie try replacing your headlamps now).
It was my girlfriends 2002 Sebring. Easily done. The slots lined right up, apparently. I really can't explain it.
I can't think Sebring without thinking Michael Scott
He had the convertable. Not half as awesome as the coupe
Ive done a lot of starters, alternators, and water pumps, a clutch, and a few head gaskets/timing belts. I still fall in the advanced category. Experts don't need as much guidance as I need.
Edit... Brakes (not drum) I can do in my sleep, and apparently did once as I put the pads on backward. Drove it around the block and ruined the rotors so I got to change those too.
I feel like brakes might be the most overpriced repair that garages charge for. Also I'm trying to figure out how you got the pads on backwards. It was something I did with some older cars but assume the new models have some bullshit you need a special tool to complete the job or the hands of an infant to reach (ie try replacing your headlamps now).
It was my girlfriends 2002 Sebring. Easily done. The slots lined right up, apparently. I really can't explain it.
I can't think Sebring without thinking Michael Scott
He had the convertable. Not half as awesome as the coupe
I'm sure with YouTube handy I could figure out how to do most of it. Assuming I had ample time.
YouTube is wonderful that way. Did I know how to change an O2 censor before YouTube? Nope. Did YouTube show me how easy it is? Yup!
Haven't used it for car repairs but basic plumbing and a number of other little projects around the house. I'm not much of a man when it comes to taking things apart and putting them back together but the little bit of a man that I am in those areas is 100% thanks to YT.
They are a mode of transportation. Nothing more, nothing less.
And Ducks PUMP MY GAS!!!
Don't get me wrong @PurpleThrobber I still pay for most stuff. But there's also a convenience factor involved on the easiest shit like batteries, air filters, etc, vs taking it to the dealer or mechanic for that shit. The Toyota dealers in White Wakanda has the busiest service department I've ever seen and they take forever, even on simple shit.
Also I get more gas pumped jack Ducktards than anyone here.
They are a mode of transportation. Nothing more, nothing less.
And Ducks PUMP MY GAS!!!
Don't get me wrong @PurpleThrobber I still pay for most stuff. But there's also a convenience factor involved on the easiest shit like batteries, air filters, etc, vs taking it to the dealer or mechanic for that shit. The Toyota dealers in White Wakanda has the busiest service department I've ever seen and they take forever, even on simple shit.
Also I get more gas pumped jack Ducktards than anyone here.
The throbber has underlings who take his car to the shop.
In lieu of charging him rent, the adult kid who boomerangs back on occasion is tasked with sitting in the repair shop or getting snow tires put on or whatever. Someday your Lil Piss will be a fine underling, I'm sure.
The throbber then productively uses that time to make more $$$ or brb, jo as applicable.
They are a mode of transportation. Nothing more, nothing less.
And Ducks PUMP MY GAS!!!
Don't get me wrong @PurpleThrobber I still pay for most stuff. But there's also a convenience factor involved on the easiest shit like batteries, air filters, etc, vs taking it to the dealer or mechanic for that shit. The Toyota dealers in White Wakanda has the busiest service department I've ever seen and they take forever, even on simple shit.
Also I get more gas pumped jack Ducktards than anyone here.
The throbber has underlings who take his car to the shop.
In lieu of charging him rent, the adult kid who boomerangs back on occasion is tasked with sitting in the repair shop or getting snow tires put on or whatever. Someday your Lil Piss will be a fine underling, I'm sure.
The throbber then productively uses that time to make more $$$ or brb, jo as applicable.
@MrsSnow has a no underlings living at home post college.
They are a mode of transportation. Nothing more, nothing less.
And Ducks PUMP MY GAS!!!
Don't get me wrong @PurpleThrobber I still pay for most stuff. But there's also a convenience factor involved on the easiest shit like batteries, air filters, etc, vs taking it to the dealer or mechanic for that shit. The Toyota dealers in White Wakanda has the busiest service department I've ever seen and they take forever, even on simple shit.
Also I get more gas pumped jack Ducktards than anyone here.
The throbber has underlings who take his car to the shop.
In lieu of charging him rent, the adult kid who boomerangs back on occasion is tasked with sitting in the repair shop or getting snow tires put on or whatever. Someday your Lil Piss will be a fine underling, I'm sure.
The throbber then productively uses that time to make more $$$ or brb, jo as applicable.
@MrsSnow has a no underlings living at home post college.
They're pretty handy. Especially one with a pickup truck and the ability to use a chainsaw or swing a hammer.
They are a mode of transportation. Nothing more, nothing less.
And Ducks PUMP MY GAS!!!
Don't get me wrong @PurpleThrobber I still pay for most stuff. But there's also a convenience factor involved on the easiest shit like batteries, air filters, etc, vs taking it to the dealer or mechanic for that shit. The Toyota dealers in White Wakanda has the busiest service department I've ever seen and they take forever, even on simple shit.
Also I get more gas pumped jack Ducktards than anyone here.
The throbber has underlings who take his car to the shop.
In lieu of charging him rent, the adult kid who boomerangs back on occasion is tasked with sitting in the repair shop or getting snow tires put on or whatever. Someday your Lil Piss will be a fine underling, I'm sure.
The throbber then productively uses that time to make more $$$ or brb, jo as applicable.
@MrsSnow has a no underlings living at home post college.
They're pretty handy. Especially one with a pickup truck and the ability to use a chainsaw or swing a hammer.
Indentured servitude is how I would consider it.
I think there's a movie with Terry Bradshaw about this.
Basic - I can change my own oil, air filters, batteries, etc
I used to work on vehicles, have done all sorts but now - pay some one. Have replaced heads, fuel pumps, distributers, plugs and wires, timing but has been so long and the worst part - cars/vans/trucks seem to always break is frigging freezing weather.
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He was watching YouTube videos on how to be a project manager
True story and a cool story
Also I get more gas pumped jack Ducktards than anyone here.
In lieu of charging him rent, the adult kid who boomerangs back on occasion is tasked with sitting in the repair shop or getting snow tires put on or whatever. Someday your Lil Piss will be a fine underling, I'm sure.
The throbber then productively uses that time to make more $$$ or brb, jo as applicable.
Indentured servitude is how I would consider it.
A Toyota owner
Now I am learning how to work on trailer homes