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Making mistakes is a big part of life. It is also a normal part of being a mechanic. A good mechanic will work hard to keep the mistakes to a minimum, but they are still going to happen. Today I want to talk about the worst mistakes that I have made in my career as a mechanic, or technician if you prefer that.

Join me today as we breakdown:

  • Some reasons mechanics make mistakes
  • Leaving an oil filter loose FAIL!
  • Routan transmission FAIL!
  • W8 Torque Converter FAIL!
  • Broken Beetle windows FAIL!
  • Bentley rear window FAIL!
  • Passat heater core FAIL
  • and more

Trouble viewing? Watch “My 6 Biggest Screw Ups As A Mechanic ~ Podcast Episode 118” on YouTube.

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Funny Car Signs

Happy Monday everyone. Today on the Automotive Podcast, we are talking about what to do when your car is not fixed right the first time. As much as I wish all cars were fixed right, that is just not reality. We discuss the steps you can take to get your car back on the road with as little headache as possible.

Show Notes:

  • Step 1
    Analyze if your car is safe, and keep calm
  • Step 2
    Call the shop ASAP, and stay calm
  • Step 3
    Explain exactly what is happening, and note if it is the same issue, or a new one
  • Step 4
    Give them an opportunity to fix it.
  • Step 5
    Work with that same shop to get your car fixed
  • Why a check engine light may not be diagnosed properly.
  • Keys to getting your car fixed asap

I know that this can be a touchy subject for folks. But these is the best way I have found to help make a crappy situation with your car better.

Thanks for tuning in to the automotive podcast. I am really excited about the response. If you have any show topics, please comment, or contact me.

Tag Archive for: mechanic mistakes

Making Car Repair Mistakes and Making It Right
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As you guys know, we added an R32 to the Humble Mechanic fleet. If you saw the video “Everything Wrong With The R32″, you know it had a good amount of issues.  My goal with the car was to show you guys how to fix all the things wrong with it. One of the first things I wanted to tackle was window tint. The tint on the car looked terrible. Some refer to that as the “South Miami Special”. Well I did all the steps right, followed great advice, took my time, and things still didn’t go well for me.
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