Viewer Automotive Questions ~ Podcast Episode 121

On today’s automotive podcast, I am taking your automotive questions. This is the first viewer Q and A show of 2016. I am super pumped about how 2016 will go. I think you guys are going to love the things I have planned for this year. But this show is not about how awesome 2016 will be. This is about me taking your automotive questions. To get a question on a show like this email me, charles(at)humble mechanic(dot)com. Also be sure to put “Question for Charles” in the subject!

Sponsor of the DayCRP AUTO
CRP deals in a ton of OE automotive parts. They also make the factory DSG fluid for VW. Having them as a sponsor will give us access to more information about fluids than I would ever get from VW. I am really excited to have them as a resource of information. To learn more about the great products they have, check out CRPAutomotive.com

Join me as I take your questions on:

  • Upgrade to APR charge cooler on MK7 GTI
  • Turbocharging a MK4 VR6
  • After run coolant pump will not shut off
  • Adding a filter to the cooling system
  • “How VW Heater Cores Fail“
  • MK7 GTI vs CCTA 2.0t TSI
  • How to bring an old car back to life
  • and more

Trouble veiwing watch “Viewer Automotive Questions ~ Podcast Episode 121” on YouTube.

As always I love to hear your thoughts. Please post them in the comments section below. Again, if you have a question for a show like this, email me Charles(at)humblemechanic(dot)com with Question for Charles in the subject. Also if you have an idea for a show you can email me, or use the contact me form!

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VR6 GTI Update, 2015 Recap, Plans for 2016, Episode 120

MK3 vr6 GTIToday we are taking a look back at the amazing year that way 2015. Last year was an amazing year for me both personally and professionally. We will also be looking ahead to what 2016 will bring for the show, for me and my fellow VW techs, and the VR6 GTI aka “Project White Wookie”.

I also want you all to know that I appreciate all of you. If you have taken just one second to chat with me, send me an email, like a post on Instagram, share a video I did, leave a comment, I owe you a huge thank you. With out your support I would have called it quits. I want to be sure that I am giving you tons of value, and 2016 is gonna blow your mind!

Join me as we discuss:

Recap of 2015 for Humble Mechanic

2015 Recap at the shop

  • “Promoted”to shop foreman
  • DieselGate ~(I forgot to mention this on the show)

What 2016 will bring

  • More DIY
  • More failed parts
  • More motivation
  • More teaching

Project White Wookie

  • GTI Walk around
  • Parking for the winter
  • Tons of repairs and DIY videos
  • How deep will it go?

What do you want from Humble Mechanic in 2016??

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As always, your questions and comments are welcome.
Please post them below. If you would like to suggest a part of a show like this, email me Charles(at)HumbleMechanic(dot)com.

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How did I forget to talk about this?!

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Viewer Automotive Questions ~ Podcast Episode 119

Hey everyone! Today on the Automotive Podcast I am taking your questions. This is a show that I really love to do. I love to involve the community in the show. To get a question on a show like this, email me Charles(AT)Humblemechanic(dot)com. Be sure to put “Question for Charles” in the subject!

Sponsor of the DayCRP AUTO
CRP deals in a ton of OE automotive parts. They also make the factory DSG fluid for VW. Having them as a sponsor will give us access to more information about fluids than I would ever get from VW. I am really excited to have them as a resource of information. To learn more about the great products they have, check out CRPAutomotive.com

Join me today as I take your questions on:

  • Why did I become a VW tech?
  • Buying a TSI vs FSI
  • Buying a used 2012 VW TDI
  • Replacing spark plugs
  • Tiguan Transmission service
  • Afterrun coolant pump failure
  • TDI timing belt replacement
  • DieselGeek intake manifold repair
  • and more


Trouble viewing? Watch “Viewer Automotive Questions ~ Podcast Episode 119” on YouTube.

As always I love to hear your thoughts. Please post them in the comments section below. Again, if you have a question for a show like this, email me Charles(at)humblemechanic(dot)com with Question for Charles in the subject. Also if you have an idea for a show you can email me, or use the contact me form!

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Viewer Automotive Questions ~ Podcast Episode 116

Hey everyone! Today on the Automotive Podcast I am taking your questions. We have questions on changing brake fluid, the TDI payout giftcards, speedometer failures, dealing with bad bosses, and filling DSG transmissions.

To get a question on a show like this, email me Charles(at)Humblemechanic(dot)com. The key is to put “question for Charles” in the subject line. That is how I filter the emails for questions. It will also help you stay out of the spam folder.

 

Sponsor of the DayCRP AUTO
CRP deals in a ton of OE automotive parts. They also make the factory DSG fluid for VW. Having them as a sponsor will give us access to more information about fluids than I would ever get from VW. I am really excited to have them as a resource of information. To learn more about the great products they have, check out CRPAutomotive.com

Join me today as I take your questions on:

  • Flushing brake fluid
  • Getting your TDI giftcard
  • Possible cluster failure
  • MK4 Airbag light
  • HPFP failures
  • Filling a DSG transmission from the top
  • Brake light on in 1.8t VW Passat
  • and more


Trouble viewing “Viewer Automotive Questions ~ Podcast Episode 116” on YouTube.

As always I love to hear your thoughts. Please post them in the comments section below. Again, if you have a question for a show like this, email me Charles(at)humblemechanic(dot)com with Question for Charles in the subject. Also if you have an idea for a show you can email me, or use the contact me form!

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Viewer Automotive Questions ~ Podcast Episode 116

On today’s automotive podcast, I will be taking your car related questions. These show range from questions on tools, DIYs, car repair, diagnostics and more. If you want to get a question on a show like this email me “Charles(at)HumbleMechanic(dot)com, and put “Question for Charles” in the subject. I use that phrase to filter emails. If you don’t get your question answered on a show, wait a few days and send it again. It may get sucked into the Spam monster file.

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Join me today as I take your questions on:

  • Mk7 Golf powersteering rack failures
  • 2001 VW Golf ~ Burning engine oil
    BG Engine Performance Restore
  • Getting a speeding ticket
  • Water/Meth injection
  • Getting a 2014 Tiguan tuned
  • Turning off the honk when locking the doors
  • 2001 Golf ~ Adding an oil pressure gauge
  • Diagnosing a sticking rear caliper/parking brake
  • Me being negative about VW
  • and more


Trouble viewing? Watch “Viewer Automotive Questions ~ Podcast Episode 116” on YouTube.

As always I love to hear your thoughts. Please post them in the comments section below. Again, if you have a question for a show like this, email me Charles(at)humblemechanic(dot)com with Question for Charles in the subject. Also if you have an idea for a show you can email me, or use the contact me form!

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SEMA and AAPEX Wrap Up ~ Podcast Episode 115

The 2015 SEMA and AAPEX shows were insane. The SEMA show is exactly the car show that Las Vegas would have. I spent a lot of time taking pictures and videos at both the SEMA show and AAPEX. Today I will be recapping both. It was an amazing trip for me. This was my first time visiting SEMA and AAPEX. Plus I had not been to Las Vegas in about 12 years. Someone put LAs Vegas perfectly “Vegas is one of the few places you are as excited to get to, as you are to leave”. I had an great time, but it sure was nice to be home.

Sponsor of the DayCRP AUTO
CRP deals in a ton of OE automotive parts. They also make the factory DSG fluid for VW. Having them as a sponsor will give us access to more information about fluids than I would ever get from VW. I am really excited to have them as a resource of information. To learn more about the great products they have, check out CRPAutomotive.com

 

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Viewer Automotive Questions ~ Podcast Episode 114

Happy Monday everyone. Today I will be taking your automotive questions. This is one of my favorite shows to do. I love hearing from all of you and helping out with your issues with your car. Also these don’t have to be VW related questions. Send me questions on tools, being a tech, car repair I will do my best to help you out.

Sponsor of the DayCRP AUTO
CRP deals in a ton of OE automotive parts. They also make the factory DSG fluid for VW. Having them as a sponsor will give us access to more information about fluids than I would ever get from VW. I am really excited to have them as a resource of information. To learn more about the great products they have, check out CRPAutomotive.com

Join me as I take your questions on:

  • What really happens during a vehicle software update?
  • Torque wrench vs torque stick vs nothing!
  • TDI manual transmission swap, what transmission to use
  • Do I need to replace my intake manifold runner motor
  • What to do when a shop may be taking advantage of you?
  • Issues with TDI regeneration
  • and more

Trouble viewing? Watch “Viewer Automotive Questions ~ Podcast Episode 114” on YouTube.

As always I love to hear your thoughts. Please post them in the comments section below. Again, if you have a question for a show like this, email me Charles(at)humblemechanic(dot)com with Question for Charles in the subject. Also if you have an idea for a show you can email me, or use the contact me form!

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