Changing spark plugs, what does this mean? 21k miles on a 16 Camaro 2SS5mo ⋅ iliketofishman ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Safe to drive on? Never used 9 year old Michelin tires (1714) no dry rot, stored indoors.1yr ⋅ Not_a_bi0logist ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Not sure if this is the right place for this, but I inherited a go-kart from an ex co-worker, I have no idea what I'm doing or how engine's work, how would I even go about getting started fully restoring this?4yr ⋅ monchhichimonk ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Hey guys, this light has been on in my car for few weeks. Even after buying gas. What is wrong with my car?2yr ⋅ reese1982 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
I'm running interior car lights. They come with a cigarette lighter adapter and has a transformer to convert to 5 volts. Is there anyway I could get the 5 volts directly from the car? So I don't have to use the cig lighter?2yr ⋅ SkepticalNinja1738 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
How do I remove this centre hub cover thingy? Seems to be the only thing stopping me from removing the wheel (94 Tercel)1yr ⋅ Leaked99 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
I have a brain lag , what is this part called again ? The big plastic cover that goes around the radio and airvents3yr ⋅ TheRealHowardPotts ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Some dickbag drilled a hole in my gas tank. Is this to big a hole to jb weld? jb weld sells a fuel tank repair kit2yr ⋅ thotdestroyer86 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Seems like I'm getting ripped off. All I wanted was the spark plugs replaced on 2014 Passat TSI. Why do I need fuel system service1yr ⋅ grootdoos1 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
These aren’t attached to anything? What are they and safe to drive as is? Purchased out of state and about to drive long distance.1yr ⋅ GME_dat_puh ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
2300$ for front wheels bearing replacement, camry 2017 with 63k miles1yr ⋅ Modern-Day_Spartan ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Any DIY idea how to repair this before my dad kill me ? Thanks 🥲2yr ⋅ Illustrious_Resist45 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Was quoted over $5000 for the head gasket replacement. I do not want to put that much money in my 2011 impreza. What would you do next?1yr ⋅ jarlicguice ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
How far is it ok to ride on 3 wheels? Limped off the highway, but far from home. Plan on doing a parking lot repair in the morning. Shop has the part I need 8 miles away. Boat is 2300lbs.1yr ⋅ QRKnight ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
The 7 greatest feelings for a man are when things are exiting your body. I submit that there are 83yr ⋅ shiftycansnipe ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
06 Toyota Tacoma single cab. what part is this called and would I be able to do the work with a follow along video?1yr ⋅ tegoisthename ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Any idea what happened to this tire? I just got new tires a little over a year ago. Pretty bummed...tires aren’t cheap.1yr ⋅ LC_Rothschild ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
My uncle badly treated this 95 ranger and gave it to me. It had no oil and it was pitch black when I changed it, Also changed the door locks and window handles. It needs a new battery but after all it's been through still runs like a clock and it has a 5 speed. Project truck now what do u think?3yr ⋅ Primal99 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
01 Dakota. Last tech overtorqued, this lug nut split in half leaving the bottom half still threaded on3yr ⋅ heytheretylerr ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Looking for advice on how to move tool box across a few states. Sits about 72” tall and 80” wide. Moving from AZ to WA. Uhaul truck? Trailer with tall side rails? Lived in AZ my entire Tech career so this type of tool box transfer is a little new to me. Thanks in advance.1yr ⋅ DeeBalt07 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Am I getting scammed? Walked into a repair shop for oil leaking onto my driveway and walked out with a $4,500 bill1yr ⋅ pleasegivemedoggy ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Small engine calls for 1.9qts. Looks overfilled after 1qt. Am I reading this right?1yr ⋅ FenFawnix ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
What happened to this tire? It was making weird noise, but pressure was showing 30 psi, then blew up all of a sudden. I stopped immediately and saw smoke coming out of it. TPMS also went from 30 to 0.1yr ⋅ Impending_Happiness ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Please help, just accidentally drifted my 1998 toyota corolla and this is my wheel socket thing2yr ⋅ neonrider2018 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
This is in my grandpas 67 stingray, it’s definitely not the stock engine does anyone know what it is?3yr ⋅ no-other-names-left2 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Is it worth it to completely replace the transmission fluid and change the filter in a high mileage transmission? Scotty Kilmer says no, but I would like to hear from you guys about this:10mo ⋅ mentholnasalspray ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
2 ft of exhaust rusted off. Would it be safe to drive 2 hours today with it.3yr ⋅ barry713 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Dealership said I should look into changing my tires soon because they're barely passing inspection. Do you agree?🤔1yr ⋅ Gonomed ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Car thief cut this with an electric saw last night. What should I do? The car starts but I have not tried driving yet.2yr ⋅ Yallfeller ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
What work should I do on a car that has been sitting for little over 10 years? Stuff like brake lines and what fluids to change.3yr ⋅ _RanZ_ ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
I’ve flushed my cooling system 4-5 times now and it is still coming out orange (but lighter). Is this unusual?2yr ⋅ nature_and_grace ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Is this safe to ride on? It was a hot summer and now it’s dipping down to 33F at night. Not sure if that has something to do with it?1yr ⋅ spuds88 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Pulling my hair out...and I don’t have enough left to be doing that.1yr ⋅ GT_Higgins88 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
What would be the potential consequences of having a hood without these raised parts?3mo ⋅ the-dumbass-human ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Just realized that terrible alignment caused this - how urgent is the change.2yr ⋅ artistic_sky ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Why do car body parts have these complicated shapes on the underside? Wouldn’t it be easier for manufacturers to make bodypanels smooth?3yr ⋅ anchelor9899 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
My seat got stuck reclined down like this, it's not a lever it's got a reclining motor in it. Is there anything I can try other than just replacing the motor?2yr ⋅ l0chN3ssYet1 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
I bought a cylinder head, something is missing (picture). What is that part, is it replacable from another head? How could it disappear?1yr ⋅ Il_Duce_ ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
2012 Toyota RAV4 I4 auto with 112K. Had my transmission fluid flushed at 107K, and now during service the shop says it’s this dark color and should be replaced. Is it normal for ATF to get this dirty this fast after a full ATF flush, or is there something wrong with my auto transmission?3yr ⋅ WalkThisWhey ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Went to do my first oil change on my Toyota Camry 05, found this instead. What is it? Anything serious? Should I fix it before or after the oil change?3yr ⋅ FeetOnGrass ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Has anyone actually made this with a master cylinder cap and a Schrader valve w/ JB Weld and hooked up an air chuck with the compressor regulator at 10 psi to bleed brakes?3mo ⋅ refrigerator_runner ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Doing wheel bearings on my wife's '14 Lancer and I cut a little deeper than intended getting the race off the hub. So do I have to replace this hub now or can I run it?3wk ⋅ jorgenvonstrangle420 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Right front rim, car is now pulling to the right. Am I okay to drive on it until it’s replaced or should I put the donut on?1yr ⋅ CallmeCap ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
What was stolen and is it safe to drive to a mechanic? 2006 Honda CRV?2yr ⋅ RandomUsername6697 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
I need some ideas for a dual transmission setup as I will be driving this from the top. Fly high with the eagles 94 k2500 auto big block1yr ⋅ Barry_McCockinger69 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Does this alignment look ok? The shop said rear camber isn’t adjustable on my car2yr ⋅ 1442190 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
2010 corolla I just bought - No braking until brake pedal is pressed in a ways. Master cylinder issue? Something to tighten?5yr ⋅ Habitattt ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
This spontaneously happened to my mom’s car today. What on earth went wrong?1yr ⋅ hrpratt ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Worth replacing brand new oil filter? Slightly dented from squeezing too hard while tighteni1yr ⋅ aikroix ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Used a wire wheel to clean off old gasket material. I didn’t realize it was all being thrown inside the diff. How can I clean this up?2yr ⋅ parkerhowell ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Aunt shut off car in driveway after no oil pressure alarm went off. This is her dipstick. Would it be a good idea to fill oil then drive to a mechanic for oil change?1yr ⋅ Mosin_Nagant556 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
[2022 F250 7.3L V8] Heard a weird noise this morning and looked under the truck to find this. Any ideas? Am I safe to just start pulling this wire out?1yr ⋅ Mastopharian ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
My car has low oil, is it safe to drive to a shop to get it filled up ?2yr ⋅ SlightResolution8 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Took my truck to get crankshaft position sensor replaced and this is what the receipt says. Am I wrong or is 3.5 hours for a cps replacement way too much? Also, does the high resistance loom description sound legit?1yr ⋅ AlinedGames ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Am I an idiot or does this indicate it was manufactured in the 53rd (???) week of 2017?1yr ⋅ JohnSeemore ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
07 Dodge Caravan, had a rattle for a couple days then this happened.9mo ⋅ Dead_tread ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
2010 Chevrolet Equinox 2.4. Spark plug broke off. A little penetrating oil and an easy out. Bad night avoided! Superman💪3yr ⋅ jaycee9292 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Hi all. This is a pic on my 2016 Honda Fit Hybrid (GK3 series). I have always been curious as to what the button i circled does. Any ideas? I googled but to no avail. Thanks in advance1yr ⋅ el_penetron ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
My tire blew up dramatically on the highway. What could’ve caused this? It wasn’t too worn, I had checked the pressure recently, I wasn’t overloaded, and I didn’t hit a pothole.2yr ⋅ Ok-Professional1355 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
So I woke up this morning and my gauges were like this, and I can’t start the truck at all. The starter won’t even go off.1mo ⋅ PROTOLEE ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
1972 Ford Bronco with ‘86 302 - Do I need to drain the oil and drop the pain to get at the rear main seal?3yr ⋅ i3adme ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
I spent $1,000 on this 08' Malibu LS with a blown engine, and thanks to this sub, I was able to swap a new engine (that I pulled from a junkyard) on my own, for $273, without any prior knowledge of this job, allowing me to list this car for $4,500! You guys are the best! Best sub ever!5yr ⋅ EveryXtakeYouCanMake ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Car got vandalized in LA last night. I just bought this car too... Any idea how to remove it?2yr ⋅ AyKay4ty77 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Need advice ASAP. I just got to work and saw my wires showing on my tires. I am ~25mi from the nearest tire shop and I do not have a choice but to drive when I leave work in the morning. Do you think this tire will make it to the tire shop?1yr ⋅ x0smolsquish0x ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
2018 Honda Civic. Found something weird under the hood. Rotate your screen 900 counter clockwise. Can someone tell me if this was a part of the car?1yr ⋅ fluffydarth ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
what's this part called and how stuffed am i? (2006 mazda 3 - in front of back drivers side tyre)1yr ⋅ shrimptheory ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
These people are worthless humans. (Scam) why do people do this, the elderly are the ones who fall for this the most which is who they target, if you want to prank call them and waste their time here it is.3yr ⋅ DiegoRo08 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Prius V head gasket job: reinstalling camshaft housing and 2 of the front bolts broke. Torqued at 20 ft. lbs. What did I do wrong?1yr ⋅ Whosyofadda ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
I think the company that did my inspection did a lousy job at putting my tire back, what can I do about it?1yr ⋅ CrossWithHat ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
How do you know when you start accumulating too many ratchets? Asking for a friend...3yr ⋅ gingernuts13 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
oil found in antifreeze but no antifreeze in the oil...help-got a sketchy oil change the other day and now I'm 2qt low on oil as well2yr ⋅ PerkyPsycho ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Saw a worn out clutch here so I present you this gem I found on a car I repaired3yr ⋅ KickAssSmokeWeed ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Any idea how to get this off? I've tried everything and I'm stripping the bolt10mo ⋅ throtic ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Got a spark plug extractor cant figure out how to get the tag thing off lol2yr ⋅ Dalejrfan5150 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Hello! Someone broke into my car and messed up the ignition. Why does it look like this? (Super old car)2yr ⋅ joakim67 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
How much is something like this cost to fix? 2004 Honda Accord.1yr ⋅ Ambitious_Cobbler100 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Just noticed this cracking in my tires, the DOT code says that they were manufactured in 2009. Is it time for a new set?3yr ⋅ Raccoon-toes ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Someone drilled a hole in my gas tank (in a strange spot), did not notice it for months. Why did they do it up so high?1yr ⋅ j123guapo ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
