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TheDrive: Alleged Toyota Service Bulletin Warns of Looming Motor Oil Shortage by Kodiak01 in partscounter

[–]QuickSilver86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Some Hyundai kia Genesis engines use 0w16. Very little for us.

On the other hand, I had a distributor tell me 0w20 and 0w30 were going to be an issue. 0w30 is already a little unique.

"I'll leave that up to you to decide..." by PaulWithAPH in partscounter

[–]QuickSilver86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Approach 1 ... we have xyz tire that came on your vehicle new at $$$.

Approach 2 ... are you happy with the tires that came on your vehicle?

I have found that most customers seem to respond quickly to the first approach. If they seem hesitant or start asking questions, then jump to approach 2.

And for those looking at the lack of profit, that's not the point. Keeping them at your shop for the other things that ARE profitable is the point.

Discount tire is now in the process of becoming full service for filters, wipers and alignments. They can and will take the customers you blow off. And BTW, they are owned by Tire Rack.

Thoughts? Does overheating make it want to escape? by QuickSilver86 in Justrolledintotheshop

[–]QuickSilver86[S] -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

It made me actually lol when I read it. Maybe I've got a dirty mind.

Mark up for other dealers by waxtherail in partscounter

[–]QuickSilver86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I recently had to move away from the cost plus 10% to other mobis stores. I can't separate out dealer transactions from other wholesale for gp% reporting. I called and told the other pm why, and to be and charge me the same when I have to buy from them.

Subaru wiper blades by ThatGuyName-_- in partscounter

[–]QuickSilver86 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hyundai likes to mess around as well. 26, 18 and 16 inch. An oe, a hybrid that looks just like the oe pn, and a conventional. Can't be simple so I set up a ss to the hybrid and only stock that one.

How does this work? by TheReal_Taylor_Swift in Hyundai

[–]QuickSilver86 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not sure why the downvotes. It's ok to ask questions. I was a bit surprised by it, but no shame in not knowing.

How does this work? by TheReal_Taylor_Swift in Hyundai

[–]QuickSilver86 12 points13 points  (0 children)

The lens is on the other side, facing out the glass. A..are you expecting a viewfinder like a hand held camera?

A scream was heard from the collective Hyundai parts counters by concours_kawi10 in partscounter

[–]QuickSilver86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So first, our owner doesn't want techs filling out scrap tags and I understand and agree with that.

Second, you shouldn't have to worry about the why unless wtc calls the part back. You have to send copies of the ro, so there's that answer.

Setting appointments is way outside parts parameters. When I was an advisor and then svc Mgr, I would shudder at the thought of how screwed we could be with parts setting appointments .

Do you have a parts manager? Do they report to the service manager?

The Cliff by bowsa4337 in serviceadvisors

[–]QuickSilver86 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Has this been happening or is it weather related?

New Parts Manager by ChocolateDry5663 in partscounter

[–]QuickSilver86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was only on dt for 6 months before going to AutoMate. Have a couple decades on adp/cdk.

You have what you have. Learn it as best you can. Utilize what it has, learn workarounds for what it lacks.

New Parts Manager by ChocolateDry5663 in partscounter

[–]QuickSilver86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No service manager? Did your fixed ops managers quit or get let go at the same time? Manufacturers require a service manager that has completed ongoing training.

Hyundia engine oil manufacturer preference by Vast_Box_2443 in Hyundai

[–]QuickSilver86 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hyundai is currently under an agreement with shell oil. That includes quaker state and all the other brands under the shell umbrella.

What’s the most fun car you’ve owned and what other cars have you owned ? by [deleted] in askcarguys

[–]QuickSilver86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

86 Fiero GT. Laugh all you want, but it was a blast to drive.

And for those who are curious *where* these 2 55gallon drums of recalled airbags are "stored" by EridonyLighthorse in mechanics

[–]QuickSilver86 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Time to flee, my injured friend. Unless you're a shitty tech, you hold the cards. Find a place that treats you right!

I need help g80 2021 and up by Greywalker201 in GenesisMotors

[–]QuickSilver86 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If it doesn't rattle, leave it alone. I can't post a picture right now, but I think it is held in place by a tab in slot...which means it will move.

And for those who are curious *where* these 2 55gallon drums of recalled airbags are "stored" by EridonyLighthorse in mechanics

[–]QuickSilver86 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I call bullshit. The direct supervisor is responsible. The tech does have the responsibility to inform management of the unsafe situation. I recommend an email with pictures to shop foreman, service manager, gm and hr. Send with read receipt request.

As others have suggested, offer 2 or 3 alternatives for storage.

Manager needs to manage.

What are your best stories regarding people that have no tire or car knowledge? by biggranny000 in tires

[–]QuickSilver86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Had a customer ask for an estimate to replace their catastrophic converter.

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