Entries by Charles

How To Deal With Cars that Come Back

Comebacks are something every mechanic will deal with at some point. Many times it is not the mechanic’s fault, but plenty of times it is. Either way, it’s more about how we handle the situation that makes all the difference. We had the attitude at my old dealership “Be the HERO”. This mindset to the […]

Viewer Car Questions ANSWERED ~ Podcast Episode 245

Today I will be taking your car related questions. The topics we cover are, car repair, DIYs on cars, Volkswagen, mechanic’s tools, and anything car related. To ask a car question for a show like this, email me Charles(at)Humblemechanic(DOT)com. Be sure to put the phrase “Question for Charles” in the subject. That is the best so you can […]

5 Tips for Marketing a Mobile Mechanic Business

The mobile mechanic business is one that fascinates me. One of the big issues people have with maintaining a car is time to take it in the shop. This is where mobile mechanics can win big. But how do you market that business? Remember marketing is telling the story. If we approach our marketing strategy […]

Viewer Car Questions ANSWERED ~ Podcast Episode 244

Today I will be taking your car related questions. The topics we cover are, car repair, DIYs on cars, Volkswagen, mechanic’s tools, and anything car related. To ask a car question for a show like this, email me Charles(at)Humblemechanic(DOT)com. Be sure to put the phrase “Question for Charles” in the subject. That is the best so you can […]

How To Replace or Reseal Brake Vacuum Pump

Leaking valve covers, and valve cover gaskets are common. In this video I will show you step by step how to replace a valve cover gasket, or a valve cover. We will also cover the valve cover breather, or PCV valve built into this valve cover. Valve cover failure is common on the VW BPY […]

Viewer Car Questions ANSWERED ~ Podcast Episode 243

Today I will be taking your car related questions. The topics we cover are, car repair, DIYs on cars, Volkswagen, mechanic’s tools, and anything car related. To ask a car question for a show like this, email me Charles(at)Humblemechanic(DOT)com. Be sure to put the phrase “Question for Charles” in the subject. That is the best so you can […]