Went to get my transmission rebuilt agreed on 3000 then day of payment said they add an whole clutch kit (without advising) and are charging me 3500.( I don’t even have enough to pay them that if I wanted to) help please....2yr ⋅ Affectionate_Mud_148 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
was driving to work this morning and all of a sudden I heard a scraping noise. When I parked at work I found this hanging off close to the front tire on the passenger side. Any idea what it is??2yr ⋅ 1ron_pandaa ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Is there any value in these old batteries which don’t hold a charge? The Optimas were quite expensive maybe $200-$300 new1yr ⋅ Try2Relate2AllSides ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Spotted in rural Washington. Looks British and 70s. I'm sure at least one of you knows what it is. Help?4yr ⋅ BigEbucks ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
My trolly jack is on its last leg. Not a mechanic, but maintenance two vehicles several times a year. Would a Harbor Freight/Wal mart jack be a good option for me?1yr ⋅ Tophat9512 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
How do I get this Torx screw out? I already tried hammering in a larger bit but it's just too tight.4yr ⋅ [deleted] ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Boyfriend is low on money and needs help prioritizing these car problems. He doordashes for work. Any advice or input is appreciated2yr ⋅ sad420throwaway666 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Need a new heating core on an 05 wrangler unlimited. Is $1600 reasonable?4mo ⋅ HokieFan10 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Just drained my motorcycles oil and it’s this color, what does this mean1yr ⋅ McFarquaad ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Friend said the color of my transmission oil was bad. Said it smelled burnt. What do you say?1yr ⋅ abusoglobal ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Looking for a recommendation for a decent enhanced OBD2 diagnostic tool3yr ⋅ requiemforfire ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Caliper fell off after having pads replaced and rotor resurfaced by dealer. What should I confirm they fix/replace?1yr ⋅ lanfear2020 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Is this redline? Regering to 4500-5000 where it’s dotted2yr ⋅ Altruistic-Metal-415 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
My brother drove my van 3 days ago, now I've got a flat. I said it's from the way the wheel is in the curb. He says it went flat by itself. What do you think?2yr ⋅ realbestusernameever ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
I made an itemized list of my points of interest during a pre-sale inspection. Is this tacky or helpful to the technician?3yr ⋅ bravobenji ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
I keep breaking these, any recommendations on ones a lil tougher? Use Milwaukee and ryobi brands because thats what closest store carries, both brands keep snapping like this3yr ⋅ thee-chum ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Replacing the 400cc Engine on this ATV with a 1.3L Mazda Rotary Engine... Thoughts?3yr ⋅ Saito720 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Thanks to everyone for the help on my last post about the ball joints. In the end directing me to use a combination of violence and sexual tension worked.2yr ⋅ villagerapist ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
If I buy this truck: what music should I play on loud speakers (ice cream truck)? As I slowly drive by your shop with a banner across the truck saying everything 75% off?3yr ⋅ phrresehelp ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Just got the truck back from the shop, one of the things they did was an oil change and treatment. Noticed a puddle of oil in the driveway, and this is the drain plug. Do I take it back?1yr ⋅ ikau ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Hey guys I have a 2016 Subaru wrx sti and it’s all wheel drive. The tires are all mounted with the inside label facing outwards as seen in the picture. Will this damage the front wheel drive system ?2yr ⋅ Gmoney04152005 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Took my Mini Cooper into Midas for brake pads and the screwed up my car's computer so this is now all I can see on my dashboard9mo ⋅ exyalie ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Just put in new PS rack and pump and lines last week. After alignment everything’s been great. Just now turning on a slight hill and bang, all power steering gone. Do I have to replace the whole rack again? Leaking from hole in the boot5mo ⋅ i_write_ok ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
I just bought the 2005 Volkswagen Beetle yesterday and now the car won’t turn on and it shows this. What does it mean????1yr ⋅ RoughHealth ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Been having slow acceleration, poor throttle response, weird shifts, thought it was my trans the whole time until my dad pointed out this. Can someone link me to the part to fix it? Lot of slack on Tb cable to3yr ⋅ Andrew361150 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
How bad did I screw up? Jacked up a crossmember while jacking up the car. (Volvo XC70 2008)4yr ⋅ LXNDSHARK ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Vacuum canister fix! My 67 Cougar had the headlight actuator problems and I realized the previous owner removed the rusted out vacuum tank and plugged the line so I improvised. After taking my time finishing my favourite drink I used the empty bottle as a vacuum tank reservoir. Works perfect.3yr ⋅ EZC100 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Thanks for the rust removal tip. I posted earlier that I'd gotten this old beauty for $25, but was unsure how to remove the rust. Thanks to whoever recommended this amazing product. Soaked the chuck over night and...walla.2yr ⋅ marco961990 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
This came out underneath the car today when i started. What is this part? Thanks2yr ⋅ Excellent_Release_34 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
This fell out from the bottom of my 2007 Honda Accord. What is it? Is it safe for me to drive the car?4yr ⋅ Fabianzzz ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
To all of my southern state dwelling Wrench turners....I hate you all so much (details in comments)3yr ⋅ yotta_T100 ⋅ 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?2yr ⋅ Chrissymebob ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
1989 Shelby Dakota. 183K miles. Any thoughts about what to look for under the hood?4yr ⋅ scheuey ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Workmate’s Audi TT TDI MK3 fuel pump isn’t spinning when he tries to start it. We are currently trying to get it to manually spin by connecting it to a 12V power supply. No joy. There is no live from the car when it’s plugged in. We have a second pump that is doing the same, anyone shed any light?1yr ⋅ Injurypronesk8r98 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
I also just did spark plugs for my first time! Beaten and bloodied knuckles but she lives!3yr ⋅ switchup ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Dealership is telling me to replace calliper due to wrong spare tire grinding it down. Looks like only cosmetic damage to me or does it need to be replaced?1yr ⋅ RandomName0405 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
2011 Ford Focus, this fell off of the bottom of the car, the engine is making a very odd whooshing noise, help?10mo ⋅ letgorensolo ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Turn on my car this morning and it sounds 4x louder than usual. Look under it and see this. Any advice?2yr ⋅ BigDtyrone_III ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
New tekton socket set. Super excited thanks for all the help deciding4yr ⋅ terminonoctis ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
got my new wheels balanced and each of them has like 10 or more weights on them. is this normal? I've never seen more than 4 weights. crappy rims? crappy tire shop? both? neither?2yr ⋅ Vikovish ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
I screwed up, big time and now I cant get the strut back in place. (More info below)3yr ⋅ naessjobo ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Shop says my CV axle is leaking and will need replacing, quoted me at $1400. Is this a rip off or is that a fair price?1yr ⋅ ShartedAtCVS ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
do I really need to replace this engine air filter? mechanic said so but aside from being off white, it looks weirdly clean...3yr ⋅ akbcodes ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Going to sell this car, is this a bad sign? It's on the front driver side.2yr ⋅ bird-boxer ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
My 2015 Honda Civic is leaking something from this opening under the front passenger side. Any suggestions?1yr ⋅ fruitmongerking ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Lost the engine in my car and opened the oil fill cap to find this. Any idea what this is?2yr ⋅ Combustible_Bananas ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
How worried should I be about this? More details in comments3yr ⋅ youtoocanplaythetuba ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
What is this white stuff coming from my wheel (its only happening to one wheel)7mo ⋅ Ye_Boi_Roy ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
92 F-150 starter went out after flooding the truck in a mud hole. Bolt rounded and I have had everyone try everything they can think of to get it out and it just won’t budge.3yr ⋅ SnortingOxieClean ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
I took my BRZ to pep boys to mount my tires. Is it normal for these studs to break like this? They said the stud was corroded so it broke off1yr ⋅ Quick_Preparation975 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
My 91 original 305 TBI injected camaro, currently running too rich, stalling while flooring it, backfires on the exhaust and intake mouth, how can I make it run leaner, thanks:)1yr ⋅ terminator777jd ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
What's the deal with this? I can't get my winter tires on my new-to-me because one axel has this thing on it?3yr ⋅ maxis2bored ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Dealer is saying this can’t be patched. Wondering if that’s true or not.2yr ⋅ sipicup ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Installed new thermostat with hole upside down. Just realized it goes at the 12 o’clock position. Can I leave it like that?10mo ⋅ vmag58 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
How can I remove this lug nut? The center rounded out, tried to cut with dremel, but cant cut any further 😅😩.11mo ⋅ TwistedCarrot7 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Dealership keeps trying to sell my girlfriend on this. Car is at 19k miles. I’m certain she doesn’t need most of this.5mo ⋅ Alpastor_Moody ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
I somehow threw my keys in the fire including my car key, incinerating them. using the same car key why won't it turn over?1yr ⋅ diddlydodat ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Have been trying to get this Kia Rio drain plug out for about an hour now, any advice I’ve tried everything the last people to touch it was lube center10mo ⋅ Fantastic-Dirt-4506 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
2003 Toyota Corolla changing the valve cover gasket. Should I clean these out?2yr ⋅ GiftedThirdLeg ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Inside a Catalytic Converter. I opened the cat on my 1999 Chevy motor home to clear it out (rattling) and thought I’d share. Looks like an alien insect hive.4yr ⋅ PCDuranet ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
New and old cabin air filter, how bad is its really? I think my friend is just being funny saying it’s one of the worst he’s seen.1yr ⋅ Sleepyheadsleeps ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
I bought a used car from a dealer, took it home and found this in the back...3yr ⋅ aliatic ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Look what I noticed while washing my car. 😐 I don't know how long it has been there. (Max 3 days) Do you have any advice?2yr ⋅ mburax ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
What is this stuff, wife just got home , small amount of smoke (whiteish) coming from grill- short 10 min drive.1yr ⋅ cwtaylor1229 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
New radiator and thermostat for my truck temp gauge does this after driving for while2yr ⋅ igotaflatire ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
I just pulled this out of my crown vic... I have never.... what the hell is this???3yr ⋅ Pie_Authority ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
What hanging from my car? Is it alright or something to be concerned about? Just saw it today1yr ⋅ rackyp ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Mother found this offer online for me and I’m interested at least. Anyone know how these wear and what I should lookout for? 2001 Jaguar XJ82yr ⋅ Ryuu_Turner ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Have I screwed up? I'll keep it short, I've replaced the springs, discs (rotors), pads and drop links on my car 2 weeks ago. Since then 2 of my brake caliper mount bolts (labelled in the pic) have fallen out. I copper greased them before I put them in, have I screwed up?1yr ⋅ Maybe1AmaR0b0t ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
A shout out to Ed, my mechanic and all of you out there doing good by your customers, building relationships. This dash is clean and this truck is still running like a beast.2yr ⋅ hooty88 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Mini say 60k but I’ve just changed at 45k, was it needed? (First time changing spark plugs)1yr ⋅ cameronchalmers ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
What is this? I ran over a large pothole and noticed a scraping sound from my front drivers side wheel. After a while this fell off and the scraping stopped.1yr ⋅ Free_Price3574 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Trying to get my 04 mustang to start after engine replacement3yr ⋅ Imaginary-Yam6742 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Isn’t this a sketchy placement for jackstands (Fiesta Sedan)? Thought all modern economycars were unibodys...?1yr ⋅ EmilioTF ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
What is this and how do I avoid it? How am I as the owner of a car suppose to know if this is happening or not? Do mechanics do preventative care for this kind of thing? (don’t know much about mechanics obviously;)) comments in post didn’t tell me much.1yr ⋅ mintjuulpod4134 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
What did I do wrong? There was zero antifreeze in the car so I added some. I opened the hood and found this2yr ⋅ _soulbrat ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Please help! This fell from either the front or back left side of my car I think. Wondering what it is and if still safe to drive until I can get it into a garage? Thanks in advance11mo ⋅ Sakura_oxo ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
2016 Mazda CX-5. Been getting this chalky residue on the passenger seat. Nothing was spilled and the substance is easily cleaned up with water but returns. Any ideas?1yr ⋅ saintcillian ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Genuinely curious, how does this look? 06 Toyota Highlander with 200k miles, just changing the valve cover gasket. Not a mechanic by trade but I do what I can on my own.2yr ⋅ abadgley15 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
[Question] Trying to sell my car, interested buyer opens engine cap and few oil spitting out - says my engine is damaged?3yr ⋅ Alwaydriving ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Fucked up BIG TIME. I loosened the oil filter before i drove onto the ramps... Oil everywhere in engine bay... What's the best way to clean all up? FML...1yr ⋅ griffindor11 ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
1978 F150 original 302. I just got the engine and transmission rebuilt, it had 55,000 miles prior to the rebuild, I’m burning about a gallon of oil between oil changes, what could be the cause? My mechanic told me it was a dirty air filter pulling a vacuum but the air filter had 3K miles on it.3yr ⋅ cafcintheusa ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
Got it! Pulled the rounded cam bolt out with an 11/16 bolt extractor and a lot of fussing.3yr ⋅ ignorantspacemonkey ⋅ r/MechanicAdvice
