Don't Be A Dirtbag Mechanic - Take A Little Pride In Your Work

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South Main Auto LLC

South Main Auto LLC

4 жыл бұрын

In this video I talk about some of the frustrations of following up after other "shops" work. It is very discouraging to me to see such shoddy work and complete disregard for customers vehicles. Knifing, hackin' and whackin'. Sure, it's ok to get into a harness, it's ok to poke a wire to do your tests. We all do it, we have to in some cases. FIX IT WHEN YOU ARE DONE! Please... and thank you. Have just an ounce of pride in your work and respect for others. -Enjoy!
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@scottlambeth5478
@scottlambeth5478 4 жыл бұрын
This reminds me of something I was told many years ago when I was in my technician classes. The instructor said "A mechanic's worst enemy will always be the mechanic that worked on the vehicle right before you". This is solid proof that what he said is absolutely true.
@ferdburful6352
@ferdburful6352 3 жыл бұрын
I always hated those " buddy bugs" someone left you.
@jasonn9907
@jasonn9907 3 жыл бұрын
Of course, in my experience, more often than not the previous mechanic was the vehicle's owner (or family member).
@TheCatOfAges
@TheCatOfAges 3 жыл бұрын
ive felt that working on my 2006 crown victoria. the previous owner spliced wires, broke things, smoked, etc.
@kevinstorm6009
@kevinstorm6009 3 жыл бұрын
You're right, of course. But I've also added to my tool box over the years thanks to previous unknown "mechanics" who had worked on a vehicle and left tools behind.
@Mrdubomb
@Mrdubomb 4 жыл бұрын
An older, wiser man (former boss) once told me the sign of a good mechanic will be when after you have fixed the car, it went back together exactly the way it came apart and nobody ever knew you were there.
@doylesmith8678
@doylesmith8678 4 жыл бұрын
Mrdubomb this is why I diy all my own repairs. I'm not a "mechanic", for anyone but myself and family's autos. I will invest the $$ in myself and tools to know the job is done correctly..I've seen too much come from shops with "certified" mechanics.
@Cheepchipsable
@Cheepchipsable 4 жыл бұрын
Then they complain you didn't do anything because it "looks" the same...
@alannorman6402
@alannorman6402 4 жыл бұрын
Mrdubomb you are exactly right.
@mrobvious5892
@mrobvious5892 3 жыл бұрын
Doyle’s smith You are soooo right! The number of incompetent thieving HACK mechanics out there is disgusting!! The problem is EVERYWHERE!!! Not just car mechanics. House repair contractors for the most part are a bunch of Sons of Bit@ch$es. Over the past 10 years I’ve had to self certify in everything from Furnace installation to Chimney Repointing and everything in between!! Can’t be paying for work and then have to turn around and do it all over again yourself!!!! Just do it yourself in the first place, at least then if anything’s wrong you got nobody to blame but yourself- - -
@Mrdubomb
@Mrdubomb 3 жыл бұрын
Mr Obvious You are a man after my own heart
@wrenchoperator6435
@wrenchoperator6435 4 жыл бұрын
TIP: Next time you're at Walmart or a similar store stop by the sewing area and get yourself a cheap little stitch ripper. It's the best tool ever for opening up harnesses, cutting through the tape quickly with zero risk of cutting the wire insulation.
@jomanji1608
@jomanji1608 3 жыл бұрын
I have used seam ripper for years. It really works well.
@raybin6873
@raybin6873 3 жыл бұрын
Dam good idea! Opening harnesses with a knife poses risk of damaging wires - a precarious thing to do. I'm going to get one...thanks for the tip! 👍
@tylerwilliams3868
@tylerwilliams3868 2 жыл бұрын
had the wifey buy me a pair of these! use them all the time!
@autotek7930
@autotek7930 2 жыл бұрын
That's a damn good idea
@eddiejones.redvees
@eddiejones.redvees 2 жыл бұрын
Good idea in my X job has a telephone engineer I came a cross plenty of taped joints with the wires damaged because of knife damage
@McCabeno1
@McCabeno1 4 жыл бұрын
I gotta tell you, Eric... I am amazed that in that town you live in anyone takes their car to any shop but South Main Auto!
@lensmith7221
@lensmith7221 3 жыл бұрын
I've often thought the same thing.
@hornett22
@hornett22 3 жыл бұрын
You'd be surprised what members of the Wal Mart generation will do to save a buck.
@thethumper088
@thethumper088 3 жыл бұрын
They might as well in the first place. All the other shops in the area bring it to him to figure it out for them anyway.
@medtec6747
@medtec6747 3 жыл бұрын
You've seen how stacked he gets I don't think he could keep up with the demand he may be a superhero but he's just one guy
@mattharper588
@mattharper588 3 жыл бұрын
@Julius Sergio who gives a fuck about you,you are all over the place and are a ass hole
@OverwatchExtractor
@OverwatchExtractor 4 жыл бұрын
Had a customer come into our VW shop once saying that another shop was dead certain that he needed a new airbag control module and he wanted a second opinion. So I exercise my due diligence, take it slow, check the simple stuff. Sure enough, under the driver's seat was a tiny 16-18 gauge wire that has a very minor brown spot in the insulation right next to the connector. I decided to gently shave it back and found the wire had rotted into an open circuit. Repaired the wire, light went out, fault went away and as far as I'm aware he hasn't had an issue since. Saved him a couple thousand bucks and got a pat on the back for job well done. A happy customer is a returning customer, and usually brings in more business. A job worth doing is a job worth doing right, and it pays off in the long run, even if you have to take the extra time.
@76nifer7
@76nifer7 4 жыл бұрын
YES! If there were a shop that I trusted- if I weren't HOURS away from SMA ... I would ALWAYS take my vehicles there. (I'm in Ohio - haven't found anyone who even talks to me like I might know a thing or two about cars - which I do. In years passed... B4 I got fed up &. Now do ALL repairs & maintenance on my own ( from 8" diffs, axle swaps, fuel filters, brake lines, radiators, all things suspension, carbs, steering clocks, leaks, windows, etc) Too many wrong diagnosis. Too much wasted money. I do it all myself now. And it's a PIMA! I have a whole other job to do, plus car fixes - uggggg!
@kaygeebee
@kaygeebee 4 жыл бұрын
I feel your pain.
@themanthemyththelegend1392
@themanthemyththelegend1392 4 жыл бұрын
Jennifer Benvie that sound like old stuff... spelled easy labor jobs...
@puckcat22679
@puckcat22679 4 жыл бұрын
As a European car specialist myself, that particular wiring harness is the first thing I'd check on an early to mid 2000s VW with airbag issues. They're really bad for that, especially the Beetles. Let me guess- the customer had it at a dealer first? So many VW dealers hire a bunch of untrained guys that can follow a diagnostic flow chart, but when something comes up that the chart doesn't deal with, they can't handle it.
@OverwatchExtractor
@OverwatchExtractor 4 жыл бұрын
@@puckcat22679 - I worked for a dealership. Started as an apprentice and worked my way up to a fully qualified tech. The techs there were excellent and were always being sent for new training at a nearby VW facility. The dealership went on to become the #1 rated in the area. But yeah, you nailed it, it was a 2001 Beetle.
@rightlanehog3151
@rightlanehog3151 4 жыл бұрын
My gosh! This truck hasn't even had a chance to start rusting yet.
@NoWr2Run
@NoWr2Run 4 жыл бұрын
LMAO.
@hocrest
@hocrest 4 жыл бұрын
3:44 it has begun....
@MAGWolf
@MAGWolf 4 жыл бұрын
@@hocrest Yah its a chevy they rust in the lot a new.
@iaxable
@iaxable 4 жыл бұрын
Yes it has
@metalbill2007
@metalbill2007 4 жыл бұрын
It looks like a 20 year old truck underneath
@md65000
@md65000 4 жыл бұрын
"Treat the person's car like it's your own" ---I'm afraid that would be the worst thing I could do!! My car would be much happier if I treated it like it was someone else's car.
@stephenkohler3472
@stephenkohler3472 4 жыл бұрын
"If you don't have time to do it right when will you have time to do it over?" - Ancient irrigation tech wisdom
@f-j-Services
@f-j-Services 3 жыл бұрын
100% true.
@rubenproost2552
@rubenproost2552 2 жыл бұрын
But if you do that then you are in fact treating other people's cars the same as your own.
@feloniousalpha1815
@feloniousalpha1815 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this.
@wolfpackman92
@wolfpackman92 2 жыл бұрын
I had a boss I had to tell that to. "If you're not giving me time to do it right will you at least give me time to fix it later when the CEO is asking why it's broken in the first place?"
@bobbybentley8136
@bobbybentley8136 4 жыл бұрын
Best time to work when everyone else is gone. The sound of silence is golden
@sumduma55
@sumduma55 4 жыл бұрын
But it is hard to believe it is really a south main auto video without the air compressor kicking on at some point in time (generally when Eric is about to explain something critical to his diagnosis or trouble shooting thought process).
@philliplancaster1273
@philliplancaster1273 4 жыл бұрын
No phone ringing? Got to be filmed somewhere else.
@MrCROBosanceros
@MrCROBosanceros 4 жыл бұрын
@@sumduma55 One of the best comments ever. I feel the same way whenever watching Eric's videos.
@kootybear
@kootybear 4 жыл бұрын
I love weekends, work at a freightliner dealer and crank the music.
@raybin6873
@raybin6873 3 жыл бұрын
Ha ha ha....I noticed the quietness too! (He's working "overtime") 😁👍
@15743_Hertz
@15743_Hertz 4 жыл бұрын
It's a bit early for Holloween, but in this week's tale of horror, we present Auto Repair's Spooky Theater's presentation of "It came from the other shop!" (Queue the ominous organ music.)
@streetskatedave
@streetskatedave 4 жыл бұрын
That slow zoom on the initial green crusty really had me on the edge of my seat.
@CubasAutomotive
@CubasAutomotive 4 жыл бұрын
I HATE when ppl poke right AT the connector... wtf?? Why? In case the electrical liquid tape doesn't do its job, how do you repair that??? What HACKS!!
@CheezyDee
@CheezyDee 4 жыл бұрын
Will it be hosted by Count Floyd?
@15743_Hertz
@15743_Hertz 4 жыл бұрын
@@CheezyDee Nope. Vincent Price and Elvira.
@glenjones6980
@glenjones6980 3 жыл бұрын
I was hearing the ominous organ music before I finished reading that :)
@garysteele9141
@garysteele9141 4 жыл бұрын
“Don’t be a dirtbag” #1 lesson in life.
@americanstreet8704
@americanstreet8704 4 жыл бұрын
Gary Steele yup
@elabayarde3377
@elabayarde3377 4 жыл бұрын
“Every job is a self-portrait of the person who did it. Autograph your work with excellence.”
@hyperfox805
@hyperfox805 4 жыл бұрын
Love this quote.. Im going to use this.
@kontrarien5721
@kontrarien5721 4 жыл бұрын
That's fantastic.
@randybeard6040
@randybeard6040 4 жыл бұрын
Amen--Great Analogy...
@hemisuperzee1287
@hemisuperzee1287 4 жыл бұрын
Yep, but unfortunately, for many its all about time since time is money. That said, some still cant do a good job when they take their time (should not be mechanics then). Have worked with many hacks, its hard to look away and mind my own business.
@catlady8324
@catlady8324 4 жыл бұрын
Corny cliché
@theovandaele3220
@theovandaele3220 4 жыл бұрын
Mr. O.: Me: "I can do that!"
@paullenzen2562
@paullenzen2562 4 жыл бұрын
I must admit, I was waiting for the compressor come on for the whole video.
@buffsheeri
@buffsheeri 4 жыл бұрын
me too, I want mustie to show up one day too
@t-bear1863
@t-bear1863 4 жыл бұрын
@@buffsheeri Oh that would be a day. Good one. Jeeps VS Vw's.
@MS-es9hm
@MS-es9hm 4 жыл бұрын
Every town in America should have a trusted and honest mechanic to come to like you. Thanks for what you do.
@davisjames8484
@davisjames8484 4 жыл бұрын
They do.
@astanix
@astanix 3 жыл бұрын
@@davisjames8484 how do you find an honest mechanic though?
@daleburrell6273
@daleburrell6273 3 жыл бұрын
@@astanix ...an "outstanding" mechanic- doesn't have to advertise.
@daleburrell6273
@daleburrell6273 3 жыл бұрын
Popular Science magazine used to have a feature: "Gus Wilson and the Model Garage"- all the stories are on the internet.
@raybin6873
@raybin6873 3 жыл бұрын
We have a good honest shop in Greensboro GA - they even repair vehicles local dealerships can't. They're a little bit more expensive but worth it! (I'm a mechanic myself - do all repairs on my vehicles). 👍
@inverseuniverse5727
@inverseuniverse5727 4 жыл бұрын
Eric , don't blame the technician , blame the shop . The values of the technician reflect the values of the shop . If bosses rushes tech , tech rushes diagnosis.
@mattfarahsmillionmilelexus
@mattfarahsmillionmilelexus 4 жыл бұрын
Could be a salvage title light flood vehicle, would explain the no warranty situation and the wet wiring.
@Davido50
@Davido50 4 жыл бұрын
Yup. Not normal for these trucks have probs being newer etc
@thesteveprichard
@thesteveprichard 4 жыл бұрын
@Dirty Harry Houston is my bet.
@jeanvi52
@jeanvi52 4 жыл бұрын
Stupid
@dukeman7595
@dukeman7595 4 жыл бұрын
A Dirtbag Mechanic can be found in approx. 60 -70% of shops in my area, and that is very sad, but unfortunately true. The good ones don't stay because the owners don't pay.
@dukeman7595
@dukeman7595 4 жыл бұрын
@Frost Dealerships are the worst for sure, even in Canada which don't surprise me. I'm looking for a decent vehicle from the early eighties that I can work on without computers in them.
@WreckDiver99
@WreckDiver99 4 жыл бұрын
99% in my area...why don't the independents in my area get business? Simple, they are MORE expensive than the dealerships by me, don't do the job right, and try to sell you things you don't need (almost like a dealership). Had my M-I-L take her car for new tires to one of those tire shops (not the one that has Red-White-Blue and a tire that says its name)...Anyway, I had already done the brakes on this car (which is why I knew the tires had to be replaced), and they tell her she needs "Brakes, Rotors, Calipers, Tie Rods, Ball Joints, AND Struts". They tell her "well, we don't do that work, but we can recommend a shop for you"...She called me and asked and I said "Leave, just leave now and go to that other shop"...Yea...THIS is why Scumbag mechanics get a bad rap...and in my area? UGH...
@chrism1966
@chrism1966 4 жыл бұрын
Joseph M yes so true
@dukeman7595
@dukeman7595 4 жыл бұрын
@@WreckDiver99 That's crazy. the bastards seem to prey on older women the most.
@WreckDiver99
@WreckDiver99 4 жыл бұрын
@@dukeman7595 I've seen places do this to men too. I blew a brake line on my Tahoe (1999), it was a hard line, so I didn't want to get into it. Took it to the "local recommended" shop. They said "Oh no sweat, we'll get a new line in there and we'll be all set"...GREAT...Pay a HUGE price for this "line" since it had to be "hand bent and run since it was a rear line"...got in my truck and my foot went to the floor. I'm like "Dude, SOMETHING is wrong". He told me "Oh, yea, you're going to have a soft pedal for a while"...I was "umm, no, that's BS, either you didn't bleed the brakes, the Master Cylinder is gone, or the Booster is shot, OR you didn't do anything"...I'll be back...Next day he calls "Oh dude, you BRAKE PADS AND CALIPERS ARE TOTALLY SHOT"...umm, No...they are BRAND NEW the week before I blew the brake lines...both calipers were replaced and the brake pads replaced BY ME...Finally found that the master cylinder went when the brake line blew (ran the cylinder dry...learned about that here and on Eric The Car Guy), and that "new" line? Yea, they found the hole, put a coupling in it, and moved on. Charged me $750 for quite literally an hour of work. THIS is common in my area. :(
@platachicken
@platachicken 4 жыл бұрын
I wire cars all day long, It allows me to play my favorite game " guess whats under the black tape" game. I understand your frustration.
@paulsmith5611
@paulsmith5611 4 жыл бұрын
Lol. Yup you never know what you will get when you unwrap it!
@asconstruction4146
@asconstruction4146 3 жыл бұрын
It’s like surprise sex but your out of condoms what you do?
@theah781
@theah781 3 жыл бұрын
@@asconstruction4146 😲 lol
@jimzivny1554
@jimzivny1554 4 жыл бұрын
30 minutes to get it running, 3 hours to fix everyone else's crap! Charge accordingly
@michaelmcgregor3108
@michaelmcgregor3108 4 жыл бұрын
My favorite tool for wiring harness splitting and repair is a humble sewing seam ripper, lets you get in there and cut tape with minimal chance of harming the wires
@thefordmaniac
@thefordmaniac 4 жыл бұрын
Yup and snap on charges 200 bucks for it!
@tpcoachfix
@tpcoachfix 4 жыл бұрын
Seam ripper Snap On $200.00 Walmart sewing dept $2.00
@85rx7se
@85rx7se 4 жыл бұрын
Those will work. I had suggested a safety cutter in my post above. .. www.walmart.com/ip/SLICE-SAFETY-CUTTER/13432904
@Garth2011
@Garth2011 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tip...perfect
@ooelectronoo
@ooelectronoo 4 жыл бұрын
This is an awesome trick im going to have to invest in that
@BillinSD
@BillinSD 4 жыл бұрын
Eric: spends 15 minutes looking at wiring, finds break Me: Unzips 80% of the wiring harness before finding a fusible link...... Excellent work Mr. O
@jennings20100
@jennings20100 4 жыл бұрын
HAHAHAHA SO DAMN TRUE!
@phillipdewitt4454
@phillipdewitt4454 2 жыл бұрын
Eric looks at “buggered” wiring first and foremost. Few problems are encountered in unopened wiring harness.
@beenbadChad
@beenbadChad 4 жыл бұрын
44 dislikes was the crew that bombed the job originally.😄
@esemiklo5833
@esemiklo5833 4 жыл бұрын
🤣🤣🤣👍
@esemiklo5833
@esemiklo5833 4 жыл бұрын
They sent the one who did it to check youtube and find out how it got fixed lol
@clinedinstconsultingllc4552
@clinedinstconsultingllc4552 4 жыл бұрын
How do you dislike a video by Eric when he fixed the mistake of others? Probably the first one was the guy who messed it up and all of his shade tree mechanic friends followed his "lead". See what I did there? 😁
@kalijasin
@kalijasin 4 жыл бұрын
@Chad Keith, 95.
@clinedinstconsultingllc4552
@clinedinstconsultingllc4552 4 жыл бұрын
@@kalijasin Wow! I know I won't visit the 95 mechanics who disliked the video. 🤦‍♂️
@rob2267
@rob2267 4 жыл бұрын
Dealer: “Well we butchered some harnesses and had the apprentice shove a module on top of the spare tire and it still didn’t run, idk not my problem” Eric O: “hold my test light”
@dennymambo
@dennymambo 4 жыл бұрын
Lot's of unknowns... like the time frame. How much time elapsed between whoever nicked that wire and poohed up the rest of it, and the other shop receiving it. Could have been the Stealership doing something early on in it's life when it must surely have been under warranty. Or maybe the customer tore into it for some odd reason? Why would they though if it was under a manufacturers warranty? So many questions hahaha!
@REDMAN298
@REDMAN298 4 жыл бұрын
rob: test light = scope on a rope. bwahaha
@billdougan4022
@billdougan4022 4 жыл бұрын
@Nancy Pelosi I agree, sounds like the truck owner blew off steam at the dealer, and was told to leave. What a mess.
@j.c.smithprojects
@j.c.smithprojects 4 жыл бұрын
my guess is this was a flood salvage vehicle that was rebuilt....might explain why there is no warranty. may be just one of the electrical gremlins to show its face right now. hate to leave a harness like that in that new of a truck....this may just be the beginning of troubles.
@1974kenm
@1974kenm 4 жыл бұрын
This was my first thought. Flood damage or salvage.
@larryboy4905
@larryboy4905 4 жыл бұрын
I think you hit the nail on the head.
@yotajeff68
@yotajeff68 4 жыл бұрын
Or it could be that it's a chevy
@capnskiddies
@capnskiddies 4 жыл бұрын
@@yotajeff68 a year old and fucked forever.
@ifitsnotbrokenfixit1193
@ifitsnotbrokenfixit1193 4 жыл бұрын
I think you are correct J.C. I was thinking the same thing when Eric pulled the lum off.
@johnmcdonald3720
@johnmcdonald3720 4 жыл бұрын
Dont be so modest Eric, it's in your shop because your that good. 👍 I'm sure other shops say if Eric cant fix it, it cant be fixed. Great diag.
@asskickingperformance3550
@asskickingperformance3550 4 жыл бұрын
John McDonald I would definitely say that if Eric O can’t fix it then it can’t be fixed and I’ve been working on cars all my life! This dude is something special no doubt!!
@zachtaylor1288
@zachtaylor1288 4 жыл бұрын
Dealer: I've tried nothing and I'm all out of idea's!
@fordnut4914
@fordnut4914 4 жыл бұрын
Lmao
@paulsmith5611
@paulsmith5611 4 жыл бұрын
The dealer probably saw the damaged wires and loose module and didn't want to warranty it (and they shouldn't) and still wanted to charge a fortune to fix it and that's why it ended up at SMA shop.
@tech99070
@tech99070 3 жыл бұрын
@@paulsmith5611 yep more to the story. with visible rusting and crusting in weird places for a 1 year old truck, even eric kinda floated the idea that this truck has been in serious water. i think he got turned down for warranty work and the 2nd shop did the hack job.
@daleburrell6273
@daleburrell6273 3 жыл бұрын
9:47...tape residue(?)
@stevewaclo167
@stevewaclo167 4 жыл бұрын
“We saw the light and it was good.” 😀😀😀 You crack me up!
@Cjnchef
@Cjnchef 4 жыл бұрын
I have personally seen your videos like this shown in community college auto tech classes. FYI
@klwthe3rd
@klwthe3rd 4 жыл бұрын
Wow, that's awesome!
@tdogboy7254
@tdogboy7254 4 жыл бұрын
Good teacher
@zuestoots5176
@zuestoots5176 4 жыл бұрын
@@BeerkegGarage even for one who has been around the block a few times, some of his tips and diag's really help
@keeganpock864
@keeganpock864 4 жыл бұрын
My high school auto teacher would play chrisfix🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️ id always try and suggest sma videos
@kellyconstenius676
@kellyconstenius676 4 жыл бұрын
@@BeerkegGarage Me TOO!!! I live in Rustville, MN and have spent soooooo much time fighting to make a repair while also fighting the rust. The first time I saw him break out "big nasty" I swooned and said. " Got to get me one those" SMA is the best channel by far and its not even a close second. Expert knowledge in actual real world conditions tackling the real world problems.
@papi-champoo6033
@papi-champoo6033 4 жыл бұрын
Problem fixed now customer complains that their alignment is off.
@pugbug288
@pugbug288 4 жыл бұрын
So true anything for free shit.
@cindytepper8878
@cindytepper8878 4 жыл бұрын
But my brother in law's, cousin's, next door neighbor's friend said that you caused the alignment problem and he is an expert that works at Firestone
@petemedina8446
@petemedina8446 4 жыл бұрын
Yeah I've heard those things before you did a brake job and now their heater don't work.
@jamesb1221222
@jamesb1221222 4 жыл бұрын
I like the repair orders that say "Customer's mechanic says *insert problem* is wrong with vehicle." Ok... why isn't your mechanic fixing the car if he knows what's wrong with it??
@petemedina8446
@petemedina8446 4 жыл бұрын
@@jamesb1221222 well it obvious he really doesn't know how or it wouldn't be at another shop
@jong8024
@jong8024 4 жыл бұрын
I've found that using a pair of sewing seam rippers work great for cutting electrical tape without getting into the wires
@buffystclair9042
@buffystclair9042 3 жыл бұрын
Poor boys race truck that’s what’s in my tool box
@LadyAnuB
@LadyAnuB 3 жыл бұрын
Depending on the thickness you are going through, trauma sheers for the bigger looms with seam rippers for the smaller ones. Both are meant to do the same thing, cut through without cutting things inside.
@GeneralRELee
@GeneralRELee 4 жыл бұрын
South Main Auto "other shop can't, our shop can"
@adamjones2025
@adamjones2025 4 жыл бұрын
Who ever caused the wiring loom problem needs to stay away from vehicles.
@wdsracer
@wdsracer 4 жыл бұрын
It would be interesting to hear the whole story from the vehicle owner. I wonder what happened at the dealer when he took it there.
@MAGWolf
@MAGWolf 4 жыл бұрын
That would probably be anyone GM Dealership hires fresh out of upsell school. I mean ASE training :P
@adamjones2025
@adamjones2025 4 жыл бұрын
@@wdsracer feel sorry for the person who owns it
@adamjones2025
@adamjones2025 4 жыл бұрын
@@MAGWolf LOL nice one
@wdsracer
@wdsracer 4 жыл бұрын
Adam Jones me too. I personally would get rid of it. The corrosion already present and the wet wiring within the harness wrap seems like this truck will be plagued with problems in the future. Who knows how long the harness was open allowing water to get into it.
@billmcveigh5875
@billmcveigh5875 4 жыл бұрын
Dude, you remind me exactly of my father, I am 46 years old and he could diagnose anything especially electrical and transmissions. He owned his own business for 30 years and you my friend know exactly what your doing. I watch everything you put out because of that. Thanks man!!
@rhoonah5849
@rhoonah5849 3 жыл бұрын
I studied electrical engineering in college and learned very early on to run nice neat wires and to keep my work clean.
@lyndelbeckwith1706
@lyndelbeckwith1706 4 жыл бұрын
I managed shops most of my life. Totally agree. I hated when corporate sent me hacks, and usually found a quick way to fire/transfer them. When you get a really good one, you become very dependent on him.
@kinglangren
@kinglangren 4 жыл бұрын
It’s pretty bad when you good mechanics give us hacks a bad rap lol
@adrianhughes5693
@adrianhughes5693 4 жыл бұрын
have you considered giving the hacks up for a job say at Dorman ? should fit right in with that hack talent of yours lol
@roadkill5333
@roadkill5333 4 жыл бұрын
HEY!! Speak for yourself!! I put a lot of time and energy into making a bad name for myself, and ruining my future business, just to make a nickel!! It takes talent to strip out every oil pan bolt, and cross thread every oil filter you touch! I can't tell you how many gallons of acid I've gone thru, injecting into crucial wires, in the wiring harness!! I even have an antique fuse display out back, that I can put old worn out fuses into cars, just hoping that I'll get the business fixing a blown fuse!! I use a special electrical coating on my parking lot, to help run batteries down faster, so that I can charge for a new battery, and electrical diagnostic fee, even tho I never do one, because I know what drained the battery!! Lol You folks think that it's easy being sleazy!! I think that I have to put extra effort into it! It don't just happen by itself!! Sincerely, Honest Abe's car repair!!
@tom7601
@tom7601 4 жыл бұрын
Reminds me of, "99% of the lawyers out there are giving the other 1% a bad name!"
@js4187
@js4187 4 жыл бұрын
@@tom7601 1%? ha
@Moon___man
@Moon___man 4 жыл бұрын
@@roadkill5333 acid is expensive man, just fill a pressure washer with salt water
@andygause1339
@andygause1339 4 жыл бұрын
You sir are a master at electrical issues and I salute you sir wish I had the patience that you have for other peoples screw ups love your videos and keep them coming best wishes from Florida
@danielc.3725
@danielc.3725 4 жыл бұрын
Andy G. +, Fer sure, patience!, patience!, something like this will make a man drink or something of whatever....
@andygause1339
@andygause1339 4 жыл бұрын
Northeast fl Jacksonville
@jonathanmoore7472
@jonathanmoore7472 3 жыл бұрын
As a newer mechanic I’m really enjoying your content
@charlestredway8253
@charlestredway8253 4 жыл бұрын
You do have a gift to find electrical problems. It’s a spiritual gift.
@327JohnnySS
@327JohnnySS 4 жыл бұрын
Good job Eric O, the Wire Whisperer.
@bigragu6828
@bigragu6828 4 жыл бұрын
Patriotic Porn It actually gave me chills when he said “cmon, talk to me” and he found it.
@mattland4510
@mattland4510 4 жыл бұрын
Watching a good KZfaq while drink my coffee and wake up
@RealWorldGarage
@RealWorldGarage 4 жыл бұрын
Matt Land and some of us are on our 3 am lunch break 😂 have a great day, hope the coffee is strong and your Friday work day is short!!!
@jhitt79
@jhitt79 4 жыл бұрын
6am here. I just got home from work and I have a SMA video to watch while I fall asleep.
@neillleblanc4039
@neillleblanc4039 4 жыл бұрын
Same
@jonathanmacleith7810
@jonathanmacleith7810 4 жыл бұрын
Same here, 545 in Cali, waking up with SMA!
@maxwell6504
@maxwell6504 4 жыл бұрын
ok, thanks for sharing.
@scott22v
@scott22v 11 ай бұрын
Hands like a surgeon. All mechanics should strive be like Mr. O.
@tchads_57
@tchads_57 2 жыл бұрын
Have integrity, take pride in your work and be honest. 3 things my father and grandfather taught me. You summed it up in “Don’t be a dirtbag.” 👍👍
@LFBsmokealarm
@LFBsmokealarm 4 жыл бұрын
Yay, sick in bed and I've got an SMA video to make me feel better. Thanks Eric O.
@LostDryerSocks
@LostDryerSocks 4 жыл бұрын
That makes two of us.
@BlindBatG34
@BlindBatG34 4 жыл бұрын
Hope you guys feel better.
@ericstevenson7696
@ericstevenson7696 4 жыл бұрын
Same here. Tis the season 😒
@stevenreynolds2327
@stevenreynolds2327 4 жыл бұрын
I must be doing something right, that just doesnt happen to me.
@ichoozjc
@ichoozjc 4 жыл бұрын
Sending y'all positive vibes.
@YDVDL
@YDVDL 4 жыл бұрын
You said it right: "TAKE PRIDE IN WHAT YOU DOING"...and huge THANKS for sharing this experience with us.
@nickidewet7711
@nickidewet7711 4 жыл бұрын
It's not luck, it's experience! Gary Player said 'the more I practice the luckier I get'
@porkchop4604
@porkchop4604 Жыл бұрын
It is amazing to see how inadequate a dealer can be to address serious trouble shooting issues. You prove time and time again when the mechanic is front and center with the customer, he is bought in with his personal reputation. We need more Eric Os in the world.
@wpgngaming-videos888
@wpgngaming-videos888 4 жыл бұрын
I was expecting you to say "Tell me where the bad man touched you" xD
@roadkill5333
@roadkill5333 4 жыл бұрын
Trumps fault!
@Reaglesracing44_
@Reaglesracing44_ 4 жыл бұрын
roadkill5333 Trump is the best damn president we have had! a lot better then Any Clinton or “Birdie” Sanders ! #Trump20/20
@kman-mi7su
@kman-mi7su 4 жыл бұрын
@@roadkill5333 Yes, and it could very well be a front-page story on the NY Times on Monday!
@02GrandAmGT1989
@02GrandAmGT1989 4 жыл бұрын
ORANGE MAN BAD! lol
@roadkill5333
@roadkill5333 4 жыл бұрын
You can't say orange, it's "fake suntanned American"! Lol
@eliduttman315
@eliduttman315 4 жыл бұрын
Eric, Don't be a hack is good advice for people in every line of work. Do it right or don't even start.
@robertbarnett7993
@robertbarnett7993 3 жыл бұрын
Top notch honest mechanic, no foul language, no drama just getting the job done. Awsome.
@davidwharton466
@davidwharton466 2 жыл бұрын
“Talk to me Goose” it’s really a crying shame that either younger or less experienced mechanic’s don’t clean up properly after testing? With hard winters and weather bare wires don’t take much to rot out. That you Eric for being a VERY STAND UP EXCELLENT MECHANIC! Love ALL your content!!💪😎💪
@wyattoneable
@wyattoneable 4 жыл бұрын
Cory at S&A auto channel did a similar video where he was frustrated at the lack of workmanship from other shops. Joe over at Joe's auto Electric channel tells a story of the same frustrations. Until I watched KZfaq and came across great shops such as yours, I thought every shop did just enough to get by. I became frustrated at the poor work ethics and poor quality diagnostics and just decided to get educated. Jason is correct in his assessment of your abilities. It may be luck but when luck repeats itself over and over again, it becomes pure magic.
@SmittySmithsonite
@SmittySmithsonite 4 жыл бұрын
Me too, Wyatt. I figured it was just a MA thing ... but I guess not! It's a Nationwide problem. Thank God for KZfaq creators shining light on this issue.
@socialghost4400
@socialghost4400 4 жыл бұрын
This exactly why I do the work on my car myself......so many times have I seen stuff like this after getting my or a friends car back from a mechanic
@stevenrice47
@stevenrice47 4 жыл бұрын
The big difference between Eric O and most mechanics is the simple fact that Eric RTFM before he does anything. That is so important yet so many people don't do. When I worked at a dealership, my dad beat it in my head to always RTFM, which I still do today whenever I work something new. Doesn't matter what it is, I always RTFM. My dad, the guy next to us, and I were the only ones reading the factory service manuals. Everyone else just winged it. It is scary to think about. Thus I don't trust dealership anymore than a shady tree hack, and do all the work myself because at least I know I RTFM before I started the job.
@shadowdog500
@shadowdog500 4 жыл бұрын
Steven Rice +1! The factory service manual is the only way to go!
@mesomemore97
@mesomemore97 3 жыл бұрын
Had horrible experiences at numerous dealerships. Worked out of state all over the US. Show up at a dealership on the east coast with out of state tags. Just get you out the door. This scenario played out for me over and over. Then I found a well respected North Dakota mom & pop shop. They've been in business since 1964. They renewed my faith in humanity. It's a great feeling when you find that. Kudos the guy in this video.
@gtzgreatride
@gtzgreatride 4 жыл бұрын
These small victories are what make working on cars exciting
@tedmattingly7564
@tedmattingly7564 4 жыл бұрын
A 1 year old truck with a molested wiring harness in New York, might as well total it now. That's a complete shame and someone needs beat severely.
@capnskiddies
@capnskiddies 4 жыл бұрын
At the very least spend a bit and replace that harness. Too many holes & questions.
@brad8665
@brad8665 4 жыл бұрын
King Zak yup. Gm junk.
@greengolftee87
@greengolftee87 4 жыл бұрын
@King Zak Every car in NY has under rust after a year. Same here in MI.
@LostBeetle
@LostBeetle 4 жыл бұрын
@King Zak Ohio here. I see rotted out GM trucks all the time. Judging by the amount of rust after one year on this truck, they haven't fixed the rust issue. They rust out like Nissan. I would stay away from them.
@crisprtalk6963
@crisprtalk6963 4 жыл бұрын
Eric, welcome to the world of being car mechanics customer! Before I started repairing my own vehicles I would be treated like crap by shops including dealers , overcharged, work would be VERY poor and on and on. One time I had a shop who couldn't even put a valve cover on correctly! Oil leaked everywhere. One of the reasons why your channel has become so popular is because you ARE The mechanic that tons of people have been looking for for years!
@cliffoo7a
@cliffoo7a 4 жыл бұрын
Eric has to be the most respected mechanic in the world.He's honest He's damn good and he fixes it right the first time.
@firstlast5630
@firstlast5630 4 жыл бұрын
if you took it to a bunch of different shops and had problems with all of them you're probably the issue.
@rightwoke
@rightwoke 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, a mechanic who actually knows how to properly troubleshoot an electrical problem. I wish you worked in my local.
@yoshy4072
@yoshy4072 4 жыл бұрын
Because of this experience, I make sure I seal any wires I probe, no matter what vehicle it is. Life lesson learned.
@jhuntosgarage
@jhuntosgarage 4 жыл бұрын
Seems to me this is indicative of a flood car scenario. All the green goo. Nice work my man!
@NoName-zn1sb
@NoName-zn1sb 4 жыл бұрын
That would be a very likely scenario!
@ionracer24
@ionracer24 4 жыл бұрын
Exactly!!
@tomast9034
@tomast9034 4 жыл бұрын
or that truck just did what it was meant for ...balls deep in mud :D
@layyouin6860
@layyouin6860 4 жыл бұрын
What kind of mudder buys a brand new truck? Old Ford's are still kickin for a reason!
@ScienceOfDiagnostics
@ScienceOfDiagnostics 4 жыл бұрын
😖 There is no excuse for this and it makes our jobs much harder than it needs to be to go back and re-evaluate everything that has been touched instead of focusing on the problem. I'm a firm believer in factory level or better repairs no matter where the vehicle is being worked on. Thankfully there are shops and techs who still have pride in their work.
@ryandavis930
@ryandavis930 4 жыл бұрын
Agreed we try very hard not to take in problems from other shops, especially if the customer knew us before said problem. Nobody wants to pay me to fix manmade problems
@brianburns7211
@brianburns7211 4 жыл бұрын
I saw an interview where Eric says that he wanted only a one man shop. This was so that he could guarantee quality workmanship personally. That ship has sailed. The quality repairs have lead to too much work for one guy. Now it is three. Josh has been groomed to work the same way, with his long tenure at SMA,. Now I’m sure Jay was hand chosen for his reputation. Marie is starting to get the religion on how to do things right. She’s in the early stages of being able to diagnose herself. Quality of work has built a great reputation and a growing company.
@beckywatt5048
@beckywatt5048 4 жыл бұрын
Science Of Diagnostics Not very many.
@CubasAutomotive
@CubasAutomotive 4 жыл бұрын
@Sam S many times because the customer doesn't want to pay to fix the botched job, then figure out the original problem. Been there... have turned away ppl for the same. If customers are willing to pay, that's a different story.
@CubasAutomotive
@CubasAutomotive 4 жыл бұрын
@Sam S personally, I don't need the biz. I have too much. I can't afford to work for free correcting mistakes, using materials... then go about fixing it correctly. Either go back to the previous shop, demand a quality job... or pay to have it done correctly. Life lessons, I suppose. I've learned myself.... I know to not even trust my local dealer for even the smallest of tasks (trying to save time on a vehicle, as I was working on the engine, but it also needed wheel bearings pressed in). They completely butchered both spindles deforming them. So now I'm out the time, money, and paying out of pocket for parts.
@GeminiSeven43
@GeminiSeven43 3 жыл бұрын
"OH Talk to me Baby" Eric the Harness Whisperer.....You are so funny and anyone that gets to work with you would be Lucky and very entertained. You Rock!!!!
@allwheeldrivespin6415
@allwheeldrivespin6415 4 жыл бұрын
New subscriber, great videos, very professional. No tedious intros, no lame background “music” just a professional doing professional work. Extremely informative and helpful! Thank you sir for your time and effort. Greatly appreciated
@kevinp1904
@kevinp1904 4 жыл бұрын
Being so new I would say replace the harness. No telling how many other spots might have been touched.
@MrBchott
@MrBchott 4 жыл бұрын
Or take it apart and run through it.. Then retape it.. Just like building a race car.. Those harness can be pretty expensive
@frazerguest2864
@frazerguest2864 4 жыл бұрын
If it were my vehicle, I'd now be really concerned with how many other problems there are waiting to cause trouble. I think I'd be wanting that truck to be looked over with a fine toothcomb. The thing is, who pays for it ?
@MrBchott
@MrBchott 4 жыл бұрын
@@frazerguest2864 its just weird that the wires in the harness is wet and corroded.. I would not put it back like that.. Don't trust them Trucks (nervously smiling)
@frazerguest2864
@frazerguest2864 4 жыл бұрын
bchott truth : I agree mate.
@mohammedelsayed2889
@mohammedelsayed2889 4 жыл бұрын
It would be nice to replace it if GM didn’t have 500 different variations of that harness and the one that you need is always weeks away on back order.
@bigdogpete43
@bigdogpete43 4 жыл бұрын
If someone hacked up a $50K vehicle of mine like that, I would be suing someone.
@crisprtalk6963
@crisprtalk6963 4 жыл бұрын
Eric's video could be exhibit A to prove damage.
@jomangeee9180
@jomangeee9180 4 жыл бұрын
good luck, you be spending another 50k to get 500 bucks
@bigdogpete43
@bigdogpete43 4 жыл бұрын
@@jomangeee9180 attorneys fees and court costs are tacked on to settlements generally.
@wkdravenna
@wkdravenna 4 жыл бұрын
@@bigdogpete43 just make sure they got the money to actually sue
@oldbatwit5102
@oldbatwit5102 4 жыл бұрын
Yeah, sue someone, that's the answer and solution to everything.
@lgregg2478
@lgregg2478 3 жыл бұрын
This was the second time I watched this video, couldn’t remember what the outcome was, I still enjoyed it. You may think it’s a simple wiring repair but, as I read the comments there is a real desire of doing the job right among the youtubers that follow you’re channel. Nice follow up, remind everyone finish what you start.
@postersm7141
@postersm7141 3 жыл бұрын
Dude this is why I like you. You are the real deal. I repair dental equipment every day all day long for the past 22 years. I run my own business and I work on everything from Dental lights to dental air compressors to x-ray machines. Always treat the customer and the equipment like I own it. Well not the customer LOL I don’t own the customers but you know what I mean. You are a class act and a dying breed. Please keep up the good work Mr. O. By the way I live in Virginia and if I weren’t so far away I might solicit you to see who repairs your shop air compressors :-) keep up the good work man you’re doing such a great job!!!!
@chrisparenti2461
@chrisparenti2461 4 жыл бұрын
Pretty sad these hack mechanics, gives the rest of us a bad name
@lshale7306
@lshale7306 4 жыл бұрын
Whomever did the hack job may have given the entire shop/dealership a bad reputation. All it takes in one underperforming technician and the customer tells the world that place is no good.
@jomangeee9180
@jomangeee9180 4 жыл бұрын
The defend a mechanic brigade is out in full force today. All car owners know that for every good mechanic, there are 10 clueless ones, not to mention the unscrupulous shop owners who think that each car owner is responsible for paying for ALL his bills, debts, shop supplies, child support etc.
@bostedtap8399
@bostedtap8399 4 жыл бұрын
Technicians, rather than a vehicle mechanic, technicians think they are working inside a PC, where lovely clean dry, maybe a little dusty air is the harsh environment.
@BlueBomberTurbo
@BlueBomberTurbo 4 жыл бұрын
The worst part is, they're probably getting paid as much as honest mechanics who do a good job.
@jomangeee9180
@jomangeee9180 4 жыл бұрын
@@BlueBomberTurbo probably more, because they are full of shit
@defendermender4959
@defendermender4959 4 жыл бұрын
God bless these kids and their KZfaq "i bought this 1 year old car from a Copart auction and fixed it myself saving thousands"
@jamiepatterson1214
@jamiepatterson1214 Жыл бұрын
When the only motive of any shop is profit, they'll start losing customers who know they've been fleeced by that shop. Too often, in any field, there are those who shouldn't be allowed in that field because they lack the necessary nature to do the work correctly. Or they may desire to do the work correctly, but knuckle under just to keep management off their back. Eric, you are a rare breed of mechanic. You care about the quality of work you do and do it to the best of your abilities. The shop that truck came from either lacks the training to do exactly what you did or weren't allowed to search for that broken wire. My money is on a bit of both reasons. What garbage mechanics and dealers don't understand is that sloppy work soon comes to bite them in the bum. Word eventually gets around, and it isn't long before they have to fold up their tents for lack of customers.
@jamespearce7954
@jamespearce7954 Жыл бұрын
Eric is so right. If you're gonna work on any car do it like it's your car. Do it right. Think how much hardship was caused by this shoty work and Eric found it in 20 mins of methodical troubleshooting. It's worth the effort.
@watsisbuttndo829
@watsisbuttndo829 4 жыл бұрын
Lol. "treat your car like its your wife or your mother or your girlfriend" .15 minutes previously. " Oh yeah baby, talk to me!" .
@kamdaddypurp3341
@kamdaddypurp3341 4 жыл бұрын
watsis buttndo depends gotta Watch who ur talking to on that one lol their car might get totaled
@brianburns7211
@brianburns7211 4 жыл бұрын
“Or your boyfriend .........if you’re a girl.” The pause in that statement got me laughing, keeping in mind how things are these days.
@NoName-zn1sb
@NoName-zn1sb 4 жыл бұрын
@@brianburns7211 What about your boyfriend if you're not a girl, eh? : -
@genericusername1365
@genericusername1365 4 жыл бұрын
@@brianburns7211Ha ha, that was my favorite part.
@RayRay-ov7uw
@RayRay-ov7uw 4 жыл бұрын
I hope the flat-rate hack that butchered that harness ends up watching your video.
@brad8665
@brad8665 4 жыл бұрын
Ray Ray coming from a flat rate tech. We are not all hacks
@thehvachacker
@thehvachacker 4 жыл бұрын
Ray Ray even a hack like me puts the wires back in the harness. Or just run a new wire. Plus I'm laying on the ground not standing under the car with it on a lift. whoever did it was lost and not sure what he was working on
@Dunkinize
@Dunkinize Жыл бұрын
Hi Eric, I have to say that I didn't realize how lucky I've been to work with cars here the Pacific Northwest. It seems like NY just dissolves vehicles so rapidly. My 34 year old 4Runner still has zero rust. I've been addicted to your videos, and absolutely love the electrical diagnosis videos. Great honest work. My hat is off to you.
@offspring30001990
@offspring30001990 3 жыл бұрын
Had a 30+ year master ASE mechanic give me a valuable tip years ago. When it comes to opening up a wiring harness, go to a fabric/tailor store and purchase a "seam ripper" to cut through the electrical tape with ease without worrying about damaging the wires inside. So much quicker then a razor blade and you can get them for less than 5 bucks. I'm a big fan of your videos, super helpful! take care!
@mitchelrowe7363
@mitchelrowe7363 4 жыл бұрын
You fix it. Dealership takes the credit.
@adamjones2025
@adamjones2025 4 жыл бұрын
Yep, but in reality they have no idea how to think for them self, they rely on computers to say what's wrong and a manual how to fix it. But Eric is one of those mechanics who is on a whole nother level.
@klwthe3rd
@klwthe3rd 4 жыл бұрын
These videos make me proud to be an SMA subscriber. A quality job seems to be such a rarity anymore when dealing with automotive repairs. Great video.
@shredders3881
@shredders3881 4 жыл бұрын
Took my Subaru to the dealer for the scheduled changing of the main belt. They charged a ton, and didn't even change the tensioners, which quickly started squealing. I had to pay an independent mechanic to do it right. It seems Subaru wanted me to break down so they could make more money. What a dirty operation.
@yyz125
@yyz125 3 жыл бұрын
That was so satisfying...as soon as the green corrosion was visible you know your onto it...
@jeffryblackmon4846
@jeffryblackmon4846 4 жыл бұрын
You, Eric, have earned your DMVES- Doctor of Motor Vehicle Electrical Systems degree.
@homeguy4
@homeguy4 4 жыл бұрын
I've come across hack's with my vehicle. I stay away from dealerships now at all cost and do most of the work myself if possible.
@BB-gb4eh
@BB-gb4eh 3 жыл бұрын
I concur with a previous comment...looks like a flood salvage. This might be just the tip of the iceberg for that truck owner's issues coming down the road. Nice video!
@idahofabricator8710
@idahofabricator8710 2 жыл бұрын
It is so frustrating fixing other peoples mistakes, you’re absolutely right treat it like it was your own, customers will be happy and you’ll know that was done right👍
@Tedybear315
@Tedybear315 4 жыл бұрын
Sad reality: The other shop likely will still charge for the module even though it's not needed. Now that's what gives mechanics and techs a bad name.
@EL-gu1oy
@EL-gu1oy 4 жыл бұрын
They really do, We had a young dude at the shop who didn't know shit when he first started, he worked at our shop for a year and started to demand a raise but he had constant comebacks on almost anything he touched so he never got the raise he quit and got a job at a local bmw dealer and fucked up a bunch of shit till he was fired. He now sells insurance for a living thank god (He got the job at our shop because his dad was friends with the owner)
@Drhumbolt
@Drhumbolt 4 жыл бұрын
@@EL-gu1oy lol
@adamUDavies
@adamUDavies 4 жыл бұрын
@@EL-gu1oy I have seen people that have no idea what they are doing getting jobs that they don't deserve and guys that know what they are doing getting let go. And being told , "well you can get a job anywhere because you know what you are doing , but he needs this job " ?? I worked in Union Construction and it is happening all the time , in the last 15 years it's been out of control.
@EL-gu1oy
@EL-gu1oy 4 жыл бұрын
@@adamUDavies yea it sucks
@layyouin6860
@layyouin6860 4 жыл бұрын
adam0U812 Davies Brother... Censor bad words like 'union' from the kids please.
@caveman95987
@caveman95987 4 жыл бұрын
It's a shame but I definitely see it all too often. Some guys at the dealership take real pride in their work and some could care less.
@debtminer4976
@debtminer4976 4 жыл бұрын
That's any field really. . Auto just gets a bad rap, cause it's something so expensive, and ''value engineering'' has everyone seeing these expenses a bit too often, given our technological prowess today. Basically increases the odds of someone's vehicle meeting a hack.
@waynegray6453
@waynegray6453 4 жыл бұрын
I’ve been fixing cars for years, and seeing some poor workmanship from so-called professional mechanics. I’m with you people need to take some pride with the work. I’m sure the thumbs down are some of these people that are responsible for this crap work that we see. Keep up the good work Eric. Wayne. NZ.
@recedingant4868
@recedingant4868 3 жыл бұрын
Always good to see some people actually take pride in there work
@mrred123
@mrred123 4 жыл бұрын
I have OCD and i might take slightly longer then most but the work gets done right the 1st time. Clean and stock--- 20 year tech😉
@andylucas8262
@andylucas8262 4 жыл бұрын
I suffer from CDO, it's like OCD but in alphabetical order, as it should be.
@spaceinvadertoo
@spaceinvadertoo 4 жыл бұрын
@@andylucas8262 I see what you did there.
@alasdairhamilton1574
@alasdairhamilton1574 4 жыл бұрын
Dealership should supply new wiring harnesses for other shop to install, don’t trust the dealership!!!👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
@adamjones2025
@adamjones2025 4 жыл бұрын
Yeah in Australia they are shocking too. Take your money (sale), service your vehicle with them and they will always find issues with your vehicle so you keep on spending money!! I would not let them service a lawnmower
@bodydraggersautoclub
@bodydraggersautoclub 4 жыл бұрын
And that’s why most folks call them “Stealership”
@groosbro1
@groosbro1 4 жыл бұрын
@@bodydraggersautoclub I once had a dealer charge me for a repair that was supposed to be done under a recall. Boy were they pissed when I came back a week later with the recall notice letter that the dealer had known about for months! Full refund and an apology letter from manufacturer and dealer. Yes, I took it up to the manufacturer...
@Garth2011
@Garth2011 4 жыл бұрын
I would get GM involved and suggest they do just that, replace that beautiful main harness that was wrongly abused by one of their dealerships. This video would be good evidence to make the allegations.
@Snadzies
@Snadzies 4 жыл бұрын
It was likely the owner who did this trying to install some aftermarket crap and messed things up. Dealership took one look at the butchered harness and rightfully told him to fuck off.
@1973miniclubman
@1973miniclubman 3 жыл бұрын
What he says from 15:45 onwards 👌🏻 always treat it as if it your own. Exactly the same as I treat any brickwork/flintwork I do. Always take pride in your work. No matter where it is and who it’s for.
@jerryumfress9030
@jerryumfress9030 3 жыл бұрын
I worked in an electric motor shop many years ago. My boss didn't put up with any bs. When I first started in 1979, I already had a good mechanical background after going to trade school. One thing he told me to remember and never forget was this ...there is never enough time to do a job right the first time, but there is always time to do it over.
@zx8401ztv
@zx8401ztv 4 жыл бұрын
The problem is getting all of the truth, almost impossible. The Who What When Where and Why would have been usefull.
@DaveSender66
@DaveSender66 4 жыл бұрын
That is correct!!!! Trying to find out who fixed what and why is the essence of field service work! And you are absolutely correct a person that did that work will never admit to it.
@Witheredgoogie
@Witheredgoogie 4 жыл бұрын
I wonder if it was sabotage on a nearly new truck like that..you know somebody with a grievance with the dealer got under there with some snippers or something. Trouble is, it don't hurt the dealer he just passes it on.
@jamesmoore3346
@jamesmoore3346 4 жыл бұрын
I worked as a hydraulics technican for a company servicing the offshore oil&gas industry. Can't begin to count how many times I heard, 'I didn't do it, must of been the other crew', or The night crew did it'. Nobody ever owns up to being the guilty party...lol
@luke8210
@luke8210 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Now I can show this video to family members who ask why I do all the work to my vehicles; Even those under factory warranty. Great job fixing that mess.
@johnjohannemann1220
@johnjohannemann1220 Жыл бұрын
Yet again, you perfectly demonstrate the difference between desire and aptitude. Good job!
@wimschoenmakers5463
@wimschoenmakers5463 Жыл бұрын
Great job! 👍 There must be a line up of a mile of customers at your shop !! 🤣
@mshine5
@mshine5 4 жыл бұрын
For the sake of learning, I would like to see your process of fixing the wire and harness.
@kittyhawk9707
@kittyhawk9707 3 жыл бұрын
just twist the wires together.. bit of sellotape / a plaster over them .. then you are good to go .... :)
@daleburrell6273
@daleburrell6273 3 жыл бұрын
...I WOULDN'T EVEN TRY TO FIX A WET HARNESS LIKE THAT- I'D TEAR IT OUT AND REPLACE IT!!! AN AWFUL LOT OF PLASTICS ABSORB MOISTURE- AND YOU'RE IN FOR NOTHING BUT GRIEF WITH A WET WIRING HARNESS- AND THAT'S GOES FOR DAM SURE- IF IT WAS SALT WATER!!!
@jessiepooch
@jessiepooch 3 жыл бұрын
Don't be silly now.
@daleburrell6273
@daleburrell6273 3 жыл бұрын
@@jessiepooch...WHO ARE YOU REFERRING TO?!
@fpscanada3862
@fpscanada3862 3 жыл бұрын
@@daleburrell6273 why are you typing in all caps? it doesn't make what you are saying more true or something..
@TwoTall1988
@TwoTall1988 4 жыл бұрын
LOL "Or your boyfriend's car... Ya know, if yur a girl." Golden
@bermchasin
@bermchasin 3 жыл бұрын
so many women watch this channel! ... ya know, with their boyfriends.
@scottamu7816
@scottamu7816 3 жыл бұрын
If he had any clue, he should've left out that 'clarification' on his own commentary... Blatant homophobia = loss of previously acquired respect for your professionalism, man. Done f'd up
@TwoTall1988
@TwoTall1988 3 жыл бұрын
@@scottamu7816 You're just a triggered idiot that is so fragile that an inclusive joke set you off.
@concernedcitizen1395
@concernedcitizen1395 3 жыл бұрын
you amaze me by showing that some problems are just basic look , find ,and fix
@TheDigitaldoug
@TheDigitaldoug Жыл бұрын
Love your disgust at said dirtbag mechanics and/or slime bag dealers. Such behavior is the reason I shed no tears for many dealerships having a hard time--they deserve it.
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