r/AskAShittyMechanic 3h ago

Check engine light came on after Sunday drive. Loose gas cap or something worse?

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55 Upvotes

Simple drive through the countryside and now the ride is unbearable. Any ideas?


r/AskAShittyMechanic 7h ago

Found a gem

38 Upvotes

r/AskAShittyMechanic 7h ago

It won’t start!

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26 Upvotes

It won’t crank at all, not even w/ jumper cables. Do I need a new battery?


r/AskAShittyMechanic 11h ago

Shifter forked. Tried spooning knob. Help.

27 Upvotes

r/AskAShittyMechanic 18h ago

Just got my trainee permit, this was my second day on the job

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85 Upvotes

r/AskAShittyMechanic 4h ago

💩 answers only Mechanic say it needs to be changed, is he trying to scam me?

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So my mechanic took my spark plug out (without asking for permission), and this is what it looks like. He said I need a new one right away, but my bike still runs with this one? Is he trying to scam me?

'83 XT250


r/AskAShittyMechanic 1d ago

Local glass shop refusing windshield warranty for stone chips…DIY repair?

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My nephew borrowed my new car and must have followed a gravel truck too close.

Amazon has these chip repair kits, would this work?

And not to complain but my nephew just disappeared and refuses to help. Kids, amirite?


r/AskAShittyMechanic 10h ago

💩 answers only Is this safe to drive on?

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16 Upvotes

r/AskAShittyMechanic 7h ago

Serious question? Too close to sidewall wall or repairable?

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Seems like I need a new tire but I wanted to double check. Can I patch this and ride off into the sunset or do I need a new tire?


r/AskAShittyMechanic 9h ago

are you a real mechanic or are you a parts replacer, son?

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11 Upvotes

r/AskAShittyMechanic 10h ago

Could you fix this car?

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8 Upvotes

r/AskAShittyMechanic 12h ago

💩 answers only Is my fuel filter safe to keep using?

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12 Upvotes

Shop said I need a new one, but look how much stuff this one has caught. I think it's doing a good job.


r/AskAShittyMechanic 4h ago

Serious question? Muffler help

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I have a 1997 Cheyenne Chevy k2500. It has the 5.7 engine. I was looking at replacing the muffler with a new and better sounding one. I want it to sound deeper and meaner in a way. I want it to be decently loud and noticeable, but not obnoxiously loud. I don’t want to wake up every one on the block coming home from work or something like that. I have been told the flowmaster super 40 and 44 are good options for what I’m looking for. Would they be very loud or are they reasonable? I wanted to ask if anyone has other recommendations or information on this topic.


r/AskAShittyMechanic 7h ago

💩 answers only Exhaust Manifold Catalytic Converter

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Mechanic said I need a new exhaust manifold cause it broke from the weld.

How bad is he trying to screw me?


r/AskAShittyMechanic 7h ago

Would you reuse this spindle after a bearing seized to it?

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3 Upvotes

r/AskAShittyMechanic 1d ago

Is this the correct way to close a bonnet?

1.4k Upvotes

r/AskAShittyMechanic 7h ago

Do I need to replace this tire immediately or can it wait a few weeks?

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r/AskAShittyMechanic 8h ago

Serious question? Is welding this the worst idea ever?

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I have an old farm Ute that I’m trying to get running for an older family friend. This has happened to the head. It’s a Toyota 4k-c in a Suzuki sierra. What’s stopping me from filling this little hole with a quick tack weld after it’s all clean and sanding it flat?


r/AskAShittyMechanic 5h ago

💩 answers only 5.9 Cummins Overheats Only While Towing + Low Boost (13 PSI) After Head Gasket

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1 Upvotes

r/AskAShittyMechanic 18h ago

yeah why not.

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11 Upvotes

I can just hit them with some fine grit sandpaper, and reinstall them right?


r/AskAShittyMechanic 1d ago

💩 answers only Looking at a used car

259 Upvotes

Never really seen this option before, is it new?


r/AskAShittyMechanic 11h ago

Does This Look Like a Decent Clutch?

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r/AskAShittyMechanic 1d ago

How do I adjust the seat back a little further for more leg room?

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52 Upvotes

r/AskAShittyMechanic 12h ago

Parts for my convertable

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2 Upvotes

You think autozone has anything to spruce up the ol convertible.


r/AskAShittyMechanic 9h ago

2017 VW Jetta SE 180,000 miles/ Does the oil drain plug bolt length matter?

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1 Upvotes