Currently stuck on the side of the road. Jack is stuck and won’t loosen. I’ve tried turning it lefty loosy but it won’t move. Car is a 2016 jeep wrangler jk. Don’t know what to do.2wk ⋅ Molxdawg ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Sold a car I owned for 1 year. Buyer demanded I help her pay this bill and threatened to report me.2mo ⋅ Muted_Recipe_6522 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
My mom accidentally put something that wasn’t gas in the gas tank,she says she removed it and refilled with just gas but now the mower is smoking. What can I do about this?3mo ⋅ ChristianAHH ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
What is this? I found it while getting out of my car from under my steering wheel.2mo ⋅ Soft_Struggle_6545 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
I've seen tons of posts asking, so here's the repairable zone. If it's outside this zone it can't be patched professionally1yr ⋅ Rudiger09784 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
If a window shatters over night like this, is it a manufacturing defect?8mo ⋅ dudeonthenet ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Had a guy at a show tonight tell me my Foxbody wasnt stock because it didn’t have the original 31 year old BF Goodrich tires on it. Wouldn’t this be dangerous if the tires were 31 years old with 64k miles on them?1yr ⋅ frwrddown ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Help please this fell out of my car and now the car won’t move2mo ⋅ Klutzy_Discount5468 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Hey everyone, I’m a 16 year old boy and my father has recently passed away. He left me his 1968 Camaro and I would love to get it to run.5mo ⋅ Left_Commission6796 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
GF's (power steering pump??) fell out from under her car while driving4mo ⋅ Zman1011 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Welp boys, I did it. Fucked er good n tight - how would you get this out:?4mo ⋅ Shhh_Im_Working ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Do not ask why or how, but I have a dried up tortilla in my CD player. Tips on how to clean it out? Or am I done for good on it.10mo ⋅ juicygriff99 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
I fixed my first problem! Thank you for all your help and your kind words! 😊🙏🏼2yr ⋅ Janus_Clericus ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
I just did a complete brake job on my 2005 Ford E-450. (Winnebago). It took 4 days, not including time. Spent acquiring parts and tools. Was it worth it? How much did I save in labor?3mo ⋅ Murphysburger ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
I’m guessing this isn’t safe to start. How to fix this so it is?1yr ⋅ Outrageous-Nothing42 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
One of our local mechanics can really sniff out what's wrong with the car3yr ⋅ phrresehelp ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
I got it out! I just want to say thank you to all of you who offered advice! It really helped! (I'm the noob guy with the Saturn) I had to remove the tensioner pulley for more space, and wallah. It also was only 2 bolts, not 3.1yr ⋅ MisterMafiaMan ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Girlfriends car was broken into in NC. Nothing missing but they left her ignition looking like this: Any idea what they were trying to do?8mo ⋅ cubanxfry ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
How do I fix this? Used brake cleaner on plastic like a dumbass. The ignition was really dirty, it works fine now but the plastic is full of marks. They don't wipe off1yr ⋅ JustShitpostingXd ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
On a scale of 1-5 how difficult is replacing break pads on a 2012 ford escape? Any special tools I need? I have moderate mechanical abilities.5mo ⋅ Expensive-Anteater44 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Any idea what this could be? Found it when I was pumping gas. Was someone messing with my car? :(11mo ⋅ EwokUno ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Replacing alternator and used the ratchet end of a wrench without thinking6mo ⋅ EthanSL24 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Trying to put tire back on but it’s too low. The Jack won’t push it up any higher, what am I doing wrong? 2000 camry7mo ⋅ _SenSatioNal ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
I forgot to put the o-ring on this thing ford calls a oil control plug. The head has been installed and torqued. Do I gotta disassemble the whole thing?3mo ⋅ Coactic ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Hey guys just a question how do i get these stains out a lot of people have told me that they don’t come out but i doubt that i thought that maybe my fellow mechanics might know?5mo ⋅ Top_Current1313 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
This community is great. Built my confidence to replace engine for 1st time - it started up and drives on 1st try!3yr ⋅ Alwaydriving ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Before you post your spark plugs, take a look at this useful spark plug analysis chart!3yr ⋅ sweat119 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
heart broken... my dad accidentally dropped the windshield wiper arm onto my glass while he was teaching me how to change them... what do i do? i’m a broke college student and the cracks are just getting worse. 1985 porsche 9443mo ⋅ Pokevan8162 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Can we just take a moment to ensure that anyone posting in this subreddit knows that this is a serpentine belt.. not a timing belt. They are two totally different things that require a big difference of knowledge to replace.2yr ⋅ 06tuscani ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
I hit a pothole, heard a loud noise and found this sticking out in my trunk. Any ideas as to what it is?2yr ⋅ guccitaint ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Shouldn’t this metal clip go in the yellow circle? Friend went under his hood and found the hose disconnected3mo ⋅ General_Business_157 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Turn on my car this morning and it sounds 4x louder than usual. Look under it and see this. Any advice?1yr ⋅ BigDtyrone_III ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Friendly reminder to everyone please change your engine's air filter2yr ⋅ TheUnnamedUsername ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Just a friendly tip on how not to have leftover bolts. Cupcake trays work great!3yr ⋅ MFnThugnificent ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Asked about Milwaukee tools a couple of weeks ago, my black Friday shopping has arrived in England today3yr ⋅ DutshKrusher ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
I overloaded my trunk and bent one of the lifting arms trying to close it. Now there's a giant gap when it shuts. Any good tips on bending it back into shape?1yr ⋅ inf4nticide ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
I took my 2019 Ram 1500 to get spark plugs changed. I can't help but feel I was overcharged. What do you think?1yr ⋅ bigal75 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Just pulled my valve cover off. Someone please tell me this isn't coolant in my oil1yr ⋅ TheSenate150 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Didn’t know my two front tires could do the splits like this, what could be the issue? 2023 Tesla Model Y3mo ⋅ buffalonpcola43 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Thanks for the advice to change the cabin air filter.. I didn't expect this2yr ⋅ Yellow_Tatoes14 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Does this sound reasonable? I drive a 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan w/ 146350 miles.10mo ⋅ Inconspicuous- ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
I've been thinking about switching my 02 Tacoma for a new Ram. Any thoughts?3yr ⋅ lastshitbag1995 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Found this on my 2014 chevy cruze. I’m not sure how long it’s been there, but is this something I should be concerned about ?3mo ⋅ xxAZZ1P21xx ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Was driving was driving and the rim blew out instead of the tire8mo ⋅ StinkyMcGinky ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
I bought a new car and the air filter seems to have a little gap. Is this something to worry about?8mo ⋅ Oddsweatshirtt ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Just picked this beauty up all original 95k miles can’t wait to start working on it!!3yr ⋅ manilovebagels ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
15’ Chrysler 200, Paid off car yesterday, today the radio is black. Poetic.2yr ⋅ The_OtherDouche ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Any ideas for driving up on these ramps? Garage floor is too smooth and they slide forward when I try to drive up on them. RWD1mo ⋅ celsius032 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
How bad is it? Wife and kids broke down in Reno. I'm back in Minneapolis trying to get this figured out.2mo ⋅ MNPhatts ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
UPDATE 2: holy fucking shit i did it, but now the bastard wont give me my tool back! Thank u all for your help7mo ⋅ dylangiantsfan ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
My tire came off while I was driving. After mechanic changed my rotors and brakes.11mo ⋅ SwagKing1011 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Heard a thunk, about 3 seconds of knocking, saw I had 0 oil pressure, and then my tires screaming. Dont take your car to quick lanes2yr ⋅ xJD88x ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Accidentally put 1 bottle that was not for high mileage will my engine be fine?3mo ⋅ Teemosfinest ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Willys Station Wagon, worth it for $750? Has title, supposedly runs, frame is solid2yr ⋅ TacoIsACat ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
What's this fluid? Engine temp when into the red, no indicator lights came on, then this leaked out. 2008 Honda Pilot.2yr ⋅ DJBunnies ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
What to do with leftover rotor shavings? No one seems to be emptying the bucket1yr ⋅ ommyn0us ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
My Jack slipped out underneath my car while I was trying to change it8mo ⋅ NoireOwO ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Mechanic quoted me $300 for rotors only. Ripped off or valid?4mo ⋅ Tryingtobenontoxic ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
I just had to share my progress thanks to help from r/MechanicAdvice - yesterday I drove this 1975 F250 390 across town to a car wash with no stalling, no sputters, no backfiring, and no idle drops. With no mechanic experience, I've been able to revive the truck in 5 months. Thank you.2yr ⋅ Wise-Tree ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
2010 VW Jetta 2.5 - tons of white smoke and went through entire coolant reservoir after running for 20 seconds. What is going on? Thanks.1yr ⋅ cfrow ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Apprentice Ford tech here. This was my first time rebuilding a diff Something obviously went wrong. My mentor just laughed and said do it right next time and I don't really know what could have gone wrong. What do you think happened?1yr ⋅ InvisibleSlidingDoor ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Did the catalytic converter in my 2004 Honda CR-V almost get stolen?2yr ⋅ cptawesome11 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Help. Did I just drain my transmission instead of my oil, I have my finger on what I just unplugged1yr ⋅ Mxlinis ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Toyota dealership quoted me over $3k for 30,000 mile service on a 2016 Prius - am I crazy or is that way overpriced?1yr ⋅ jarlania ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
how do I fix this, my dad recently crashed my car and I have no idea how I’m supposed to start2yr ⋅ HorseWeiner335 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Friend borrowed car, bottomed out. Cracked the sump. Cheapest way to fix?6mo ⋅ rikky44 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Anyone else extremely disciplined at work, but absolutely unhinged when working on their own shit box?3yr ⋅ 96ToyotaCamry ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Just picked this up. 94 bronco with 141k. What are some things you all would do with it to start?2yr ⋅ mcsqu1sh ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Do you guys call this a engine hoist or a cherry picker I’m settling a argument.1yr ⋅ camo-sniper49 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Every time someone post “is this rust concerning”. A mechanic in the rust belt does a belly chuckle. 5 year old GMC in PA2yr ⋅ tvanore ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
i know this has been posted in the past, but I keep seeing posts with nails in tires. Hope this helps somebody.1yr ⋅ MrFoxy69 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Ok, follow up wheel/hubcap question. I would assume there’s no harm in zip tying my damn hubcaps on? $74 for one hubcap...I ain’t losing one again.1yr ⋅ Undercover500 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Checked multiple times to make sure my belt was on correctly, but it pays off just to check one more time.3yr ⋅ Maddog1929 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Guy put 2 layers of rubberized undercoating on the exhaust system and it smells AWFUL when I have the AC on. How can I get it removed? ('21 Subaru Crosstrek)2yr ⋅ petertree ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
My first thread restore ever, followed your advice and went with Time-Sert. Turned out pretty solid and torqued to factory specs. This was the thermostat housing, bolt snapped when I attempted to unscrew it. Thank you!2yr ⋅ corske ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
one month old belt already looks like it's going to rip? 2000 Northstar 4.6l1yr ⋅ PoniesPlayingPoker ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Anyone know a fix? Put seats down and sat on a water bottle and made indentation. Anyway to fix?1yr ⋅ IamHappyCola ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Mr Lube fucked up the oil drain bolt. This shit so round now, any advice how I could take it off?4mo ⋅ Confident-Round6375 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Someone swerved off road and knocked a rock into my lane on the highway.......... is this fixible or is my car done for1yr ⋅ catkisserX ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Which gear are you supposed to leave your car parked in? In case e brake fails? I personally don’t think it matters, my friend is telling me you need to always park it in reverse gear1yr ⋅ ZadarskiDrake ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Completed my first rear end brake overhaul today and super stoked about it!3yr ⋅ trkr6k ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
How bad are the shavings in this oil? 09 Civic 1.8L 135k miles1yr ⋅ TheRealMorthos ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
When putting oil in .. I put it where it says oil correct ... I know it’s a dumb question I just want to double check ..3yr ⋅ thadankster ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Oil container collapsed overnight causing massive spillage at the walkway. Need advice to clean ASAP1yr ⋅ ryuley ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
does anybody know why the 55 mph mark is highlighted on my speedometer?10mo ⋅ turbocharged_autism ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Brake rotor on this Mazda will NOT come off. The chunk missing is from a rotor puller...4mo ⋅ Pnollie ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
my neighbor is selling this car. it's in amazing condition, well maintained and drives well, except it won't pass smog (code po421). does anyone know how much it might cost to fix? is it worth buying?6mo ⋅ lovezofo ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Car wheel came off control arm/ball joint. How do I fix? I’m blocking the bike lane5mo ⋅ peppermcneil8 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Fell of ‘09 Accord when I accelerated hard. Now car smells like burning and I can’t drive it. What is this?11mo ⋅ sparksaflowin ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
