My name is Charles. I am a Volkswagen technician, and have been a mechanic, a grease monkey, and a car enthusiast for many years. I started this site mainly to connect with my customers in a way that I can’t in the shop. However, it’s my hope it can also serves as a community forum to share information, impart a little wisdom, and have a little fun. Let’s get started.

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Hey guys! I know that this post is coming in a little late and for that I am sorry. My work changed the customers WIFI to block all social media and email sites. STUPID! I could not access my Humble Mechanic Flickr account. I am home enjoying a tasty craft beer and watching my Carolina […]

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Delayed post for Humble Mechanic

Hey everyone! I am at work today. On days that I work, I try to write posts the night before. Sometimes I can’t get them finished so I finish the post when i go to lunch.b Uploaded some pics to my Flickr account last night, and thought I could import them today. Well, it turns […]

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A Quick Thank You

Hey guys, I just wanted to take a quick second to thank all of you. I love this community that we are all a part of, and I owe you guys so much! I had a really crappy day at work today. The type of day that can eat at your soul. I will spare […]

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What Makes an Honest Mechanic

So what really makes an honest mechanic? Being honest of course. 🙂 I just want to tell you how this subject came about. I will tie it together, just hang with me, it will all make sense.~Promise~ When I first started this blog, I started listening to a really great business podcast called “Five Minutes […]

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Behind The Wrench with Joel A, Lamborghini Technician

NAME: Joel C Armstrong How long have you been in the Industry? Since 2005 What is your current job title? Currently Unemployed What were you doing for your first automotive job? I worked at Manhattan Motorcars Inc. In New York City. It’s a luxury/high end dealership that specializes in Porsche, Lamborghini, Bentley, Rolls Royce, and […]

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