techs leaving dealers episode 38

Thoughts on Techs Moving Away From Dealerships ~ Episode 38

Happy Wednesday everyone. I hope that you are all rocking it this week. Today you have me in the car with another GoPro video. I really do like doing these. Once the sun is up later, I can start doing them more. It doesn’t make for a great watch when it is dark outside.

I always love your comments. This is a show that your thoughts really make the show great. So post them up! 🙂 Also, my uploader did not upload in HD. That version is coming later today.

Join me today as we chat about

  • Techs leaving dealerships
  • What is the “next step” for a good tech
  • Dealerships and brands do not have the answer
  • I don’t really have the answer either
  • Me worried about getting pulled over
  • and more

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Automotive Podcast 37

Viewer’s Questions ~ Podcast Episode 37

V.I.M. Triple Square Set

V.I.M. Triple Square Set

Happy Monday everyone. I hope that you all had an amazing weekend. I can tell you that you guys freaking CRUSHED IT, on the 1st Lava Soap giveaway. I have 2 more so stay tuned for that. This is Episode 37 of the Podcast, and like all Monday’s I am taking your questions. To get a question in for a show like this, email me Charles(at)HumbleMechanic(dot)com with QUESTION FOR CHARLES in the subject.

Important links from the show

Today on the automotive podcast we look at:

  • Tips for buying a used VW
  • Evacuating engine oil on newer VWs
  • The camera and equipment I use for producing the show
  • 10k oil changes
  • Subframe shifting
  • Restoring electrical power after replacing a battery
  • Golf R vs WRX the choice has been made 😉
  • Triple square fasteners and bits
  • Soot on exhaust pipes
  • MK1 Caddy swap with an automatic transmission
  • Transmission issues MK1 Jetta
  • And more

Trouble viewing? Watch “Viewer’s Questions ~ Podcast Episode 37” 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.

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Viewer’s Questions ~ Podcast Episode 36

Happy Monday everyone. I hope that no one has a “case of the Mondays”. It shocks me that people don’t get that movie reference these days. 🙂

Today is episode 36 of the Humble Mechanic Podcast. I may have called it episode 35 in the show. On Monday shows, I take your questions about all things automotive. If you would like to submit a question for a show like this, send me an email to Charles (at) humblemechanic (dot) com. Be sure to put QUESTION FOR CHARLES in the subject. I get a ton of emails so be sure to use that in the subject so I an answer your questions.

Join me as I take your questions on:

  • Warming your car up on cold mornings
  • the “snowflake” sign on VWs
  • Modifying VWs
  • How modifying VWs may impact your warranty
  • Why VW uses vacuum pumps for brake boosters
  • Difference in “dealership” oil vs “store bought” oil
  • a 40yr ban on motorsports
  • the worst DIY fixes
  • Diagnosing a bad wheel bearing
  • Engine oil I use in my Passat and why
  • Golf R VS WRX
  • And more

Having trouble viewing? Watch “Viewer’s Questions ~ Podcast Episode 36” on YouTube.

As always your comments are very much appreciated. Please post them in the comments section below. If you have a question to submit, email me Charles (AT) humblemechanic (DOT) com put QUESTION FOR CHARLES in the subject. If you have an idea for a show, email me, or use the contact me form.

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The Future of Automotive Technicians ~ Episode 35

Happy Friday everyone. I hope that you had a great work week. Today we go a little out there, and talk about the future of being an automotive tech. Some of you may think that I am going a little off the deep end in today’s automotive podcast. But, stick with me and I think you will get it.

This is also one of those shows that YOUR participation is vital. If you are a tech, this may be your future. It could be an amazing time, or it can be a nightmare. It depends on how forward thinking you are. Sadly as techs, we find ourselves playing catchup. We need to be the ones at the front of technology!

Join me today as we look to the future:

  • Guided diagnosis
  • Tech brain removed from the process
  • MORE input from “tech line” types
  • Catching issues early
  • More TSBs and Tech Tips
  • More updates
  • Over the Air updates
  • Carnet
  • Over the air dealer reports
  • Shift of technician levels
  • Need for less “A” techs?
  • Need for more “C” techs
  • And More

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Factory Repairs VS Non Factory Repairs ~ Podcast Episode 34

Hey everyone! Today we are talking a look at the difference between a “factory car repair” vs a “non factory repair”. This is a really cool topic to talk about. Be sure to post your thoughts in the comments below.

When it comes to this type of thing, I come from a dealership mentality. But I also understand, that does not always equal the right way. I actually like to step out of the normal mindset. I think it makes me a better tech, and can be a little more fun. Not only that, it may work out even better for the customer.

Join me as we talk about:

  • Show schedule
  • What is a factory repair
  • Why factory repairs
  • A warranty mindset
  • The programming of a dealership technician
  • Headlight repair vs replacement
  • The influence of the parts department
  • Customer’s expectation at the dealer
  • Giving options
  • Let customers choose
  • Diesel Geek repair kits
  • And more

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Automotive Podcast

Viewer Automotive Questions, Podcast Episode 33

VW Driver GearHappy Monday everyone. Hope that you are all off to an amazing start to the week. Today on the automotive podcast, I answer YOUR emails! If you have a question for a show like this, email me Charles(AT)HumbleMechanic(dot)com. Be sure to put “QUESTION FOR CHARLES” as the subject. I want to be able to filter emails to the right location.

A surprising shout out!
I have a very surprising shout out today. That is to Volkswagen of America. My assumptions were that VW hated my blog and my show. But the hooked me up with some awesome VW Drivers Gear for the show. As a VW fan, I am almost always dressed in VW shirts. So it is great to get the thumbs up from VW. 🙂 Plus I want to demo a 2015 Golf R!

Today I answer your questions on:

  • Why VW doesn’t recommend soldering
  • Standing out to get your first job as a tech
  • Carbon build up on 2.0T engines
  • What is an “Italian Tune Up”?
  • What happens when customers get in over their head, and have to bring it to a shop
  • The W8 engine Check out W16 Explained
  • Humble Mechanic shop shirts
  • Rattle from MK4 VR6 engine
  • A short bit on positive vs negative camber
  • Where I got the VW Drive Gear trucker hat in the “Viewer Questions” show.
  • Time Lapse video “coming soon”
  • Tool Box Tour “coming soon”
  • And more

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Looking Professional VS Being Professional~Episode 32

Vr6 VW Logo

This is the VR6 logo that someone asked about the other day

 

Happy Friday everyone! This was the first full week of 2015. I hope that you all stayed warm. Today I want to talk about being professional as a mechanic, as well as looking professional. This is a pretty interesting topic. If you have seen any of the podcasts, you know that I don’t really fit the mold of a professional looking technician. I think that gives me the perfect outlook to talk about it 🙂

While you are watching, be ready to post your thoughts in the comments below!

Today on the Automotive Podcast we chat about:

  • VR6 sign
  • Why this came up today
  • Looking professional
  • Traditional professional
  • A uniform look
  • STOP DRAGGING YOUR FEET!(Didn’t talk much about it, but seriously)
  • Ideal of being professional
  • Being or acting professional
  • You CAN look however you want as a mechanic
  • There are still things you need to be read for
  • Be ready to get judged
  • 10 Habits of Successful Technicians; Podcast Episode 23 ( think I said 27 in the show)
  • and more

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As always, your comments are always welcome and appreciated. I hope that you all have an awesome weekend. I will be doing a view questions show on Monday. To submit your question, email me Charles(at)HumbleMechanic(dot)com and put “QUESTION FOR CHARLES” in the subject.

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