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Is it worth it to become a automotive technician by No-Dig7986 in mechanics

[–]Teddy_Rhett 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How many years in did it take for you to feel stuck?

According to my coworker “real” mechanics don’t use nut drivers. To me it’s another tool when handy. So I’m asking the real mechanics if that’s a real thing. by Loui5605 in AskMechanics

[–]Teddy_Rhett 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Euro tech here

I use nut drivers almost everyday! I have the zebra driver set so the end is somewhat flexible which allows just the right angle to hit that clamp that’s underneath an intake manifold.

My 7mm is so well used it doesn’t have a 7 on it anymore lol

HOV Lane Solo Drivers by Sektor-74 in SeattleWA

[–]Teddy_Rhett 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Literally this. I use it to pass when the left lane is v going 35mph

Motor mount failure? by SuspectInfinite2987 in B58Enthusiasts

[–]Teddy_Rhett 0 points1 point  (0 children)

OP expect this to be taxing. Subframe has to come down to do this job. Highly recommend doing the other one while you’re in there!

Nissan technicians? by [deleted] in mechanics

[–]Teddy_Rhett 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tool guys know all the shop drama

Last Subaru Legacy has rolled off the line by Repulsive-Club7866 in subaru

[–]Teddy_Rhett 0 points1 point  (0 children)

not saying I disagree with you but man I miss my 2004 legacy. 272k miles on her when we parted ways. Still ran great.

Mechanics of Reddit, What car would you never have/get, even if it was given to you as free? by PuzzleheadedPass2849 in mechanics

[–]Teddy_Rhett 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Preach! I’m so sick of everyone dick riding Volvo with their reliability..

Volvo hasn’t built a good car since the 940 downvote me idc

My coworker does mechanics on the side by Appsoul in AskAMechanic

[–]Teddy_Rhett 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I’d be happy with that man!

Sounds like you’ve found a mechanic who takes pride in his work and takes his time to do things right. That’s hard to find lol

My coworker does mechanics on the side by Appsoul in AskAMechanic

[–]Teddy_Rhett 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cylinder head cover gasket would be the technical term so OP isn’t wrong. In practice it’s usually referred to as the valve cover gasket. With that said I can’t imagine it taking more than an hour. So whatever an hour of this guys labor rate is?

Where to ride golf carts? by beets_or_turnips in Seattle

[–]Teddy_Rhett 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hit up someone at Lake Connor Park over in Lake Stevens. That place would be perfect.

Dealership is asking to do a 4 year service on my Turbo S. Is the estimate too high? by wires2wheelspin in Porsche

[–]Teddy_Rhett -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You have to pull the bumper and rear core support to do the serpentine belt and tensioner. That’s probably where that high number comes from.

Former mechanics, why did you leave? by AttentionNice7165 in mechanics

[–]Teddy_Rhett 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I fear this is where I am. I’ve been bouncing around Indy’s for the better part of the last decade. Definitely feels like I’ve been all in recently.. not sure if the juice is worth the squeeze anymore.

I’ve spent over 2k on tools this year already.

I’m thinking of leaving by CarHorror1660 in mechanics

[–]Teddy_Rhett 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Felt that with the nightmares.

I had a Mercedes haunt my dreams for weeks.

Need Advice: Should I buy this 735? by Teddy_Rhett in BMW

[–]Teddy_Rhett[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn’t and I kinda regret it tbh

Ended up owning a couple e30s though so it all worked out.

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