A Normal Day At The Shop...

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  • It's been a while since I showed the daily shenanigans that go on at the shop during the day to day operations. Now obviously I can not show the phone calls, parts ordering, estimate writing, customer interactions and potty breaks but I can show a few of the repairs that Josh and myself make throughout the day. So with all that being said I decided to make YOU, the PEOPLE, another day in the shop video on a "normal" (not crazy) day at the shop. -Enjoy!
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  • @atrahasis3899
    @atrahasis3899 5 ปีที่แล้ว +387

    A memory from childhood nearly forgotten; head buried deep in a downy pillow. The farm was shrouded in near perfect silence save that one distant, nearly imperceptible, maddening sound. Like fingernails across a chalkboard it burned itself indelibly into his psyche; the sound of mice a milking.

    • @spaceinvadertoo
      @spaceinvadertoo 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Atra Hasis you should write bodice rippers.

    • @atrahasis3899
      @atrahasis3899 5 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      @@spaceinvadertoo Look for the sequel, "Silence of the Mice" this fall on Amazon.

    • @gunther955
      @gunther955 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Andrew Johnson lol , yep

    • @atrahasis3899
      @atrahasis3899 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @Rusty Highlander Award for best reply.

    • @peacefrog0521
      @peacefrog0521 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      "The HandMouse's Tail"
      (Starring Elizabeth Mouse)

  • @jeffclark5024
    @jeffclark5024 4 ปีที่แล้ว +282

    Me: work on cars all day. Go home, watch Eric work on cars 🤷🏼‍♂️

    • @collander7766
      @collander7766 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      how is being a mechanic?

    • @jeffclark5024
      @jeffclark5024 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Collander It’s a lot of hard work, it isn’t a job for the faint of heart. I’ve been at work an independent shop for 13 years. The variety and challenges are what keeps it interesting. I’ve done everything from flame thrower installation to engine replacement, and so much more.

    • @collander7766
      @collander7766 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@jeffclark5024 I've always slightly idolized being a mechanic, the whole self-sustaining aspect of it at least. Although currently 'm finishing up high school, I am very interested in this field in general and would consider myself well above average in terms of car knowledge and experience for my age. My dad taught me everything I know about cars, and I'm so grateful. I do my own repairs/maintenance on my old junkbox jeep, and keep that 25-year-old beast chugging. There's just something so reassuring about the fact that if something does go wrong, you know exactly what to do on your own without paying someone else a ton more to do it. And yeah, I can definitely see it being... challenging, to say the least. Sometimes I get a bit stressed during some of the longer and more strenuous repairs, just hoping and double checking to make sure I did everything correctly, kept track of bolts, etc. And those have been relatively straightforward repairs: alternators, starters, radiators, water pumps, suspension components, driveshafts, and a *slight* bit of internal engine work but I was mostly just watching. And those are all relatively simple jobs. I can't imagine the pressure when removing entire engines and transmissions. Anyways, thank you for your insight and if you're reading this thank you for listening (:

    • @jeffclark5024
      @jeffclark5024 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Collander My pleasure. I would encourage you to really think about if you really love working on cars as a hobby and if you can see yourself doing it long term. The sheer amount of work required and related stress can in some cases take away from the love you have for it as a hobby. I can assure you not every car will be an enjoyable experience. For whatever that’s worth.. consider all the different directions of auto repair you could go in and consider the initial and long term investment in tools and what you want/ need to be making. Like yourself I started working on cars as a hobby. I worked for 12 years before I got around to actually taking time to do a project car for myself... All that being said, it is rewarding, not everyone will thank you for your hard work but a good amount really do appreciate it and taking the time to explain things to them. Best of luck in your future endeavors!

    • @collander7766
      @collander7766 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      ​@@jeffclark5024 Thanks so much! Although I currently have no clue where I want to go in life, I know for a fact that I will continue to improve my car knowledge and hone mechanic skills. I can't understand how some people go their entire lives without learning how to change a tire or their oil.

  • @robertpage4219
    @robertpage4219 5 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Anyone who wonders how you are able to troubleshoot and repair cars needs only to watch one of these vids.
    Bouncing back and forth from one problem to the next, testing and verifying every repair, supervising your assistant, dealing with customers, all with a sense of humor and grace. Repairs done right the first time, all while producing high quality videos.
    A true professional.

  • @mentaldan666
    @mentaldan666 5 ปีที่แล้ว +416

    I'd definitely be happy to see more videos like this! Greetings all the way from Scotland.

    • @GrahamReid34
      @GrahamReid34 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Greetings from Scotland 😂😂

    • @MrKevanGordon
      @MrKevanGordon 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      More greetings from Scotland :-)

    • @gordonbruce2416
      @gordonbruce2416 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Further greetings from a Scotsman in England.

    • @gordonbruce2416
      @gordonbruce2416 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That was a really cool video, very many thanks.

    • @johnallen310
      @johnallen310 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I DO ENJOY THESE VIDEOS \BUT I BET THEY ARE TIME COSUMING TO MAKE.

  • @FixLife119
    @FixLife119 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    It just blows me away seeing what you have to deal with in that climate. I live in AZ where there's almost no humidity and never salt on the roads, no ocean nearby. A 30-40 year old vehicle here doesn't have as much rust as a 2 or 3 year old car there. I remember the first time I was in Ohio/Michigan seeing a fairly new car where the bottom of the doors were just gone. That has to make being a mechanic so much harder! Much respect!

  • @JacobEcret
    @JacobEcret 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    HOW COULD 90 PEOPLE DISLIKE THIS!?!? This show is gold

    • @AZBEEMR
      @AZBEEMR 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Where do you see the # of dislikes? 👍🏻# is visible,but dislikes 👎🏻 are not.

    • @JacobEcret
      @JacobEcret 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@AZBEEMR well 3 years ago you could

    • @chrisclark6044
      @chrisclark6044 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      lol cause 90 people own parts cannons and sad. Vs the rest of us that gain knowledge and greatness.

    • @JacobEcret
      @JacobEcret 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@chrisclark6044 little late on the comment

  • @spaceinvadertoo
    @spaceinvadertoo 5 ปีที่แล้ว +345

    Inspection customer with aged, rotting, splitting tires: "I'm not gonna put tires on it today."
    Eric O: "I'm not gonna lose my inspector's license today, either. Have a nice day."
    Just about fell out my chair laughing.

    • @CubasAutomotive
      @CubasAutomotive 5 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      Priceless Eric O quotes! Lol

    • @splice247
      @splice247 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I cant put a sticker on your car bec theres no guarentee you will put tires on it! You wreck and kill someone in the snow and they track ot back to you! Theres your problem lady!

    • @alanmatthews5949
      @alanmatthews5949 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Just put a SMA sticker on it and ship it!!!🤣

    • @bearsfan2085
      @bearsfan2085 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Exactly what I woulda said. “Tough shit pal” 😂

    • @rddee9268
      @rddee9268 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Soooo glad all the states ive lived in dont require state inspection.

  • @kennethtibbitts6641
    @kennethtibbitts6641 5 ปีที่แล้ว +107

    ANY VIDEO WITH GUEST APPEARANCE OF LOVLY Mrs.O IS A GREAT VIDEO!

    • @davegibson8463
      @davegibson8463 ปีที่แล้ว

      She is definitely a hottie. Mr O is a lucky man.

  • @rollenschultz2707
    @rollenschultz2707 5 ปีที่แล้ว +147

    Your Wife treats you like a king sir , dont take it for granted.

    • @patriotsleepercell4060
      @patriotsleepercell4060 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      He is the money maker!

    • @jonathonvanmeter4893
      @jonathonvanmeter4893 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      He is a king-because she is the queen.

    • @aratneerg1375
      @aratneerg1375 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good food ... good work!

    • @tjvillan69
      @tjvillan69 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Don’t matter if he makes the money! She takes care of the whole family and that is much harder than working on cars.

    • @KrazyKrzysztof
      @KrazyKrzysztof 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@tjvillan69 To apply your logic, you need to ask the question of who can do what if they replaced roles. Do you think his wife can run the business mechanically? Do you think he can raise the kids and cook?

  • @edchenal821
    @edchenal821 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I like the video. I don't know how you keep track of everything. A patient man.

  • @AntonioClaudioMichael
    @AntonioClaudioMichael 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Good day in the shop

  • @treyinok
    @treyinok 5 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    I was yelling at the monitor - "Move the drain pan!" Too late, you didn't hear me.

  • @hazmateer2002
    @hazmateer2002 5 ปีที่แล้ว +108

    I think your channel is great. I'm always thoroughly entertained and learning!

    • @dannyyu2932
      @dannyyu2932 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      The scanner computer used in the video: amzn.to/2H3l6dt Autel MK908 Ultimate Wireless Automotive Scan Tool with ADAS, ECU Coding, Full Bi-Directional Control, ABS Brake Bleed, OE-Level All Systems Diagnosis

  • @cshioleno
    @cshioleno 5 ปีที่แล้ว +70

    Looking forward to the shirt hand delivered from Avoco - NJ cardiologist

    • @splice247
      @splice247 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      You take extra good car of that little lady!

    • @Coolness59
      @Coolness59 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Avoca 😎 My hometown

  • @sargefreedom1578
    @sargefreedom1578 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Many people don’t realize how much work goes into a business. They think it’s easy money.
    Thanks for showing this part of your everyday “normal” life

  • @danc2581
    @danc2581 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    @11:40 Never fails to have the drain pan right next to where the oil is pouring out!!! Story of my life buddy!!!🤣🤣🤣

    • @mikegregory2535
      @mikegregory2535 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      🤣 Hey ! Who put oil in there.🤣

  • @cgirl111
    @cgirl111 5 ปีที่แล้ว +187

    The Toyota problems are obvious sabotage, Scotty told me they never break.

    • @SouthMainAuto
      @SouthMainAuto  5 ปีที่แล้ว +96

      What he says is true! Actually only half of it.... ok well most of is just him and his bs....

    • @deibama
      @deibama 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Scotty never works on corroded crap from the North; the rust buckets I see here aren't worth saving.

    • @superduty4556
      @superduty4556 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      @@deibama Scotty is the click bait king and everybody just eats that shit up. Sad.

    • @austin5806
      @austin5806 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      what he says is partially true, i have a 2000 tacoma with 200k miles, a 95 civic with 450k miles, and a 2004 rsx with 130k miles. the honda and toyotas rarely break. and if you live down south, there is no problem with operating old cars as long as you know how to fix little things here and there and change fluids. (I do dumb shit with my cars so I have to fix suspension stuff all the time and motor mounts all the time, so I am a bad example.)

    • @superduty4556
      @superduty4556 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@austin5806 I have a 2002 Sierra with 300k. Whatever, really.

  • @JustMike2791
    @JustMike2791 5 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    "That's a code red!" First laugh of the day. Thanks!

  • @DIYDaveOK
    @DIYDaveOK 5 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    Love the videos, Eric. You do a great job and we appreciate them! Always great to see a "South Main" notice in my inbox.

  • @The_Redkween
    @The_Redkween 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Gonna pay you the biggest compliment I know to give: I learn something ever single time I watch an SMA video. Brass and aluminum, silver migration, etc. Outstanding work. It’s no wonder you get 500k views on so many of your videos.

  • @nourbutwatmi
    @nourbutwatmi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Man, you make it look so easy. Big Thumbs Up.

  • @bgdady4269
    @bgdady4269 5 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    I like the day videos. Shows real life issues. Good and bad. Great work and josh seems to be coming along great. 👍🏼

  • @falcon63191
    @falcon63191 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I enjoy the "Day at the Shop" videos very much. Reminds me of the days when I worked at the shop. I also like "No Start" videos, and Miss Marie and Vanessa working on their cars. Those are my favorites.

    • @notajp
      @notajp 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Always like to see the distaff side of the shop getting their hands dirty..

  • @Moparman58
    @Moparman58 5 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    I love these types of videos, this is the best car repair channel on youtube.

  • @jerrydaily8208
    @jerrydaily8208 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Not my bag anymore. I am 81 now and the electrical knowledge you need today is beyond me. The 50’s and 60’s I loved.

  • @dakotagist7526
    @dakotagist7526 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    A tip for you Eric, before installing compression fittings, always debut the outside and inside, for the outside use any abrasive pad or sandpaper to get rid of any lip, as for the inside use a dedicated deburring tool or a pocket knife to get side of the interior lip, interior lips create turbulence is the piping and could’ve entirely accelerated the electrolysis of the aluminum to brass, aluminum has an outer coating of aluminum oxide that protects itself so it is usually fine with brass for a while, this turbulence in the piping wore off the coating of the aluminum, this happens in plumbing all the time with improperly deburred piping. Copper corrodes but will actually protect itself with said corrosion

  • @beauhatman4395
    @beauhatman4395 5 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    43:34 "No Smoking, drinking or eating. Ironically, it smells like old cigarettes and stale food in here".....lol

    • @danlevesque5437
      @danlevesque5437 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The taxi driver is pigging out during off time I live next to the waiting area of a taxi lot a couple of states away I see it all🤢

  • @klwthe3rd
    @klwthe3rd 5 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    I love these type of videos because they show you a REAL and complete day at the shop. Creating one video is different than showing the complete days work. Great job!

  • @BruceWayne-td5cx
    @BruceWayne-td5cx 5 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    This youtube channel is good enough for the ladies I run with.

    • @flagmichael
      @flagmichael 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I am a strong believer in people having at least understanding of their vehicles, and shops are founts of experience. When my daughter bought her first car I made a deal with her: she paid for the car, insurance, registration, gas and repair parts. I would help her with all repairs and maintenance. Today she is a lot more car savvy than her husband.
      One day she was out with my wife when I was out of state and the car died the moment it stopped at a light and was electrically dead. She remembered one of my tips... found a hammer in the back of the car, opened the hood, had my wife hold it in the crank position, and gave the battery positive terminal a sharp rap. Vroom! In hot climates (this was Phoenix) the batteries chronically overcharge, which causes the positive plates to grow because of oxidation. Eventually the connection to the positive plate cracks and can be temporarily spot welded by putting a load on it and jamming the pieces together with a smack. Next stop: battery store.

  • @codemiesterbeats
    @codemiesterbeats 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    31:58 "in case of fire, freak out and run like hell" lol

  • @billysmith6131
    @billysmith6131 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love the day in the shop vids. Keep'um coming

  • @GrahamReid34
    @GrahamReid34 5 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    75 mins of pure heaven there! Would love more of this type of possible I know there are days that it's friggin impossible to even breath you have that much work, I genuinely can't get enough of your videos dude 👍

  • @ericparent7794
    @ericparent7794 5 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Mrs. O is looking particularly lovely today. Vanessa's a lucky lady, she seems to get more beautiful as she ages. On that note, Eric's a lucky guy! All my best to my favourite TH-cam family. :-)

  • @garygloversgt_dbl_g5557
    @garygloversgt_dbl_g5557 5 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    I don’t often comment but I’m hear to say I love the normal day in the shop videos. You have also got me out of the swaptronics money pit and I am testing things now so thank you so much for your time and effort in doing these videos. You are much appreciated. Gary Glover.

  • @porkchop4604
    @porkchop4604 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Eric I also love how you just roll along, singin a song, savin the man and busting your arse. People lucky to have you in that area.

  • @reeceredfern558
    @reeceredfern558 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I love that "tough shit pal" 😂

  • @jumpinjojo
    @jumpinjojo 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Your multimeter has a temperature probe. Now that's fancy!!

    • @wills.5762
      @wills.5762 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      My cheapo Mastercraft multimeter has a temperature probe lol...the thing is about as far from fancy as it gets.

    • @stephenarling1667
      @stephenarling1667 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      My cheap HT206D amp clamp has a K-type thermocouple too. They have become cheap as chips.

  • @spaceinvadertoo
    @spaceinvadertoo 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    In the parking lot, DIY style with the drive shaft. Just to show it can be done. Good job.

    • @n9wox
      @n9wox 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just like Scotty.

  • @richb5478
    @richb5478 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I've never seen a mechanic with more sense of humor than you it's awesome

  • @buleyauto
    @buleyauto 5 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    My man just changed a CV shaft like he was making a sandwich. My hat is off to you sir.

    • @beyondrepair8949
      @beyondrepair8949 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I'm embarrassed to say how long it took me.

    • @streetskatedave
      @streetskatedave 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I had the same thought. Granted the bolts and the splines were surprisingly friendly

  • @bigdaddypat3697
    @bigdaddypat3697 5 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    ALWAYS LOVE YOUR VIDEOS, THE BEST OUT THERE ON TH-cam. AND WATCHING A DAY AND LIFE WITH (ERIC O) AT THE SHOP ARE THE BEST.

  • @8669dean
    @8669dean 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Love it! I’m a technician as well and it’s great watching how other techs work and solve problems...there’s always something to learn.

    • @flagmichael
      @flagmichael 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      There are plenty of mechanics who are good with tools. Not so many good with a scope and wiring diagrams.

  • @steveodonald9503
    @steveodonald9503 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    When I started watching this video, there were 47 views.
    1 hour 15 minutes later there are 3,456 views......
    I think you can take that as we like the "day in the shop" videos.
    Most of us probably realise you can't do them all the time, as it surely slows down your days work, but once in a while, awesome to see.
    P.S. I don't think I've ever commented on your videos before now, but they are all a great learning experience for a DIY'er like myself. Keep em' coming.
    Also, I wish I had someone like you local to me.... An auto' mechanical tech that actually knows what they are doing! You do a great service to your customers, and that's hard to find :)

    • @klwthe3rd
      @klwthe3rd 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Tell me about it! All I have is a Napa Car Care Center run by a bunch of clowns!

  • @patrickzadd5215
    @patrickzadd5215 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Eric!
    love your channel!
    your customers are very fortunate to have someone so knowledgeable
    also
    your videos are educational and entertaining
    keep up the great work!

  • @edeves146
    @edeves146 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Eric I enjoy your work it is so nice to see an honest mechanic.

  • @TargaWheels
    @TargaWheels 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Awesome video, watched the whole thing. That's a LOT to keep track of. Thanks for taking the time to do this video I'm sure the camera work and editing took a lot of time. 👍

  • @leolammas7940
    @leolammas7940 5 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    BY all means show more of this type of video. There
    is a kind of familiarity about Avoca,the 'shop', Josh
    and Mrs. O ---even the used-car -guy across the street.
    In short Eric,there is a feeling of being there.
    This may seem 'corny' but thata how it seems to me.

    • @mikecarignan7002
      @mikecarignan7002 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      i agree i enjoy it all.

    • @vincescalise4821
      @vincescalise4821 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So true Avoca reminds me of every little town in Pennsylvania

  • @jamesu
    @jamesu 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thanks Eric. Many people may not understand the pace of your business.

  • @curtisroberts9137
    @curtisroberts9137 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Good to see the flow of things and how you maneuver around different types of jobs all in one day. I think that's the hardest part for any shop is to get 'em in and get 'em out in a smooth operation. That's a huge learning point for anyone in the business as much using a scope or diagnosing a suspension noise.

  • @dalefluegel9228
    @dalefluegel9228 5 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    Scotty must be crying, Toyota products being repaired in a real shop. Great video. Loved it!

    • @walkerpendleton760
      @walkerpendleton760 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It just different in your part of the country

  • @rumrunner1756
    @rumrunner1756 5 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Even in winter, I think that I hear that guy mowing in the background. ☮️

  • @popwarhomie
    @popwarhomie 5 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    I’m using that moth balls joke 😂

    • @weldingjunkie
      @weldingjunkie 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      BrandonB311 dad joke lol my wife just told me I wasn’t funny

    • @billydarley6925
      @billydarley6925 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@weldingjunkie your wife sounds like she has a crappy sense of humor. i had an ex gf like that once. pure hell to live with.

    • @weldingjunkie
      @weldingjunkie 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Billy Darley no she’s just young I’m 45 she’s 35 so it’s a dad joke to her lol her dad used to say how do you fit your nose in between his legs.

    • @robertalexander9931
      @robertalexander9931 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I heard it many years ago hikimg on the Appalachian trail in Connecticut. A young boy about 10 years old came running up to and asked "hey mr. Have you ever smelled a moth ball?" Of course I said yes he replyed "how did you get your nose between his legs", he turned ran away laughing and so was I just standing there dumbfounded.

    • @weldingjunkie
      @weldingjunkie 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Robert Alexander lol I think that’s the original saying how did you get your nose inbetween his legs 🤣 I’m in Rhode Island not far

  • @joelopez40oz23
    @joelopez40oz23 5 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Balancing with tire rotation = Avoiding comebacks

    • @sarge152cliff4
      @sarge152cliff4 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      more of going above and beyond of call SEMPER FI

  • @keepinupjonesy3681
    @keepinupjonesy3681 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow, as a retired mechanic, it was good to see you work. At 71 years old, I had a stroke and decided that it was time to quit. At 74, I do still miss it. I sold everything.

  • @timsharpe3498
    @timsharpe3498 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm a retired mechanic. I just want to say that I really appreciate your patience and attention to detail. I didn't have to work on very many rusty vehicles in my day. I worked in a part of the country where rust isn't a problem. Now I retired to where it does snow a little. I just replaced my front brakes (and cleaned the rears) and I made sure to remove all the rust between the drums/rotors/hubs and swab it all with antiseize. When my wife asked me why it was taking so long I asked her if she wanted it done fast or done right.

    • @TheRealMikeWilly
      @TheRealMikeWilly 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I been turning wrenches my whole life, and professionally for 10 years, almost 2 years ago I opened my own shop and the first funny piece of signage I put up in the customer area of the shop says "We offer 3 kinds of service. Good, Fast, and Cheap, but you can only pick two! Cheap and Fast won't be Good, Good and Cheap won't be Fast, Fast and Good won't be Cheap" the sign hung in the shop foreman's office at the first dealership I worked at where it was only ever seen by dealership employees. Some FNG in the bay next to me was given a CV axle job that booked @ 1.8 hours per side, he got one side done in 4.5 hours and a little over 3 hours in, after he'd completely removed the knuckle, the strut, and upper and lower control arms the shop foreman was bitching at the FNG and wanted me to show him how to do the other side and I told him for an 18 rack of my favorite brewskis and that sign, I'd show him how to do the 1.8 hour job in 45 minutes. 37 minutes later I was lifting the rack off the locks and lowering the vehicle onto the ground. I hated that FNG, the shop foreman, and that stealership. It was nice to be a dealership princess mechanic working in a 10 million dollar shop with every SST most people don't even kno exists.

  • @nhra7110
    @nhra7110 5 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Awesome Eric! Love these "day in the life" videos. Feel like we're there with ya

  • @bostedtap8399
    @bostedtap8399 5 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    Looks like Josh is a very methodical person, stop annoying him!!!!!!. How much food do you guys eat for lunch?.
    Great video, you and Mrs O make a great team. Love the UK references.
    Thanks for sharing and best regards from the UK.

    • @Cheepchipsable
      @Cheepchipsable 5 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Eric is responsible for any mistakes Josh makes. Nothing wrong with checking in to make sure things are going ok and that there are no problems.
      That's how you mentor someone.

    • @larryehrlich8702
      @larryehrlich8702 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Food is like gas in the sense that if you drive alot, you burn alot. So if you are always doing manual labor you will need to eat more than your twin brother who sits behind a desk all day.

    • @gunther955
      @gunther955 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Never noticed eric doin that before . call it what ya want to but its pretty damn micro managing . jmho ...

    • @InsideOfMyOwnMind
      @InsideOfMyOwnMind 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Josh is a treasure.
      Yeah all that juicing is a great way to amp up the carbs.

    • @hanskinslo326
      @hanskinslo326 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@gunther955 He's a responsible businessman. He barely bugged Josh at all.

  • @explorerzero1
    @explorerzero1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You got me to clean the terminals on my motorcycle and when I checked the wires going into them I found a wire that was rubbed raw. Thanks, runs great!

  • @greasee.monkey7224
    @greasee.monkey7224 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I subscribed to your channel after hearing the Flat Rate Master talk about you. I am a 25 year mechanic who is currently off work with back issues. These videos that follow your day are keeping me sane. I'm used to being elbows deep in engines, and am currently living vicariously through South Main Auto Repair. Thanks Eric!

  • @AntonioClaudioMichael
    @AntonioClaudioMichael 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The hinges on that fuse panel are cool that you can pop the fuse panel out without removing all the wires very nifty

  • @nullrout556
    @nullrout556 5 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Good vajayo Eric! I love your sense of humor. "OuhOH, were gonna start a turf war, we're in the other taxi companies turf".

  • @rlbatch5193
    @rlbatch5193 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Unusual to see Eric O rolling around on the floor like those of us that don’t have the luxury of a lift!!

  • @SteveBrecht
    @SteveBrecht 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Love this style of video! Gives a great cross section of problems and solutions. A couple of these a month would be good by me. Thanks again!

  • @mrc6032
    @mrc6032 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mid 2000's Buick LeSabre's are great cars. They are mechanic friendly and relatively cheap to repair. Labor and parts. Plenty of room, and accessible

  • @user-oi2nk3pe4d
    @user-oi2nk3pe4d ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love videos like this one.

  • @hanskinslo326
    @hanskinslo326 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Eric O., in the know, I'm enjoying "A Normal Day at the Shop" show.

  • @SuperDave21
    @SuperDave21 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Love the day in the life videos Eric.... you're one busy man!!

  • @workingshlub8861
    @workingshlub8861 5 ปีที่แล้ว +136

    guy knows he is gonna fail inspection but gets mad anyway.....for all eric knows he is a new york government official trying to get crooked shops.

    • @mattlane2282
      @mattlane2282 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      If that was the case, I'd like to sue them for driving a unsafe vehicle on the road endangering people.

    • @ryans413
      @ryans413 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Really it’s just two new front tire easy then your good to go could be worse

    • @usgs_quarry_explosion7617
      @usgs_quarry_explosion7617 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Joe Black Lol I need new tires like every 2.5 years

    • @qv6486
      @qv6486 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@inventoroftoast 5 Years is the shelf life if you just drive the car to church only on sundays. if you're a travelling salesman 18-30 months on a set of tires

    • @carsonlambert4074
      @carsonlambert4074 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Joe Black j

  • @robertrosicki9290
    @robertrosicki9290 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great vid . Brought back my worst memory ever as a mechanic . R&R an Allison automatic transmission in a garbage truck , full hopper , August heat wave , stinking black juice , maggots stuck to the creeper wheels . Had that smell up my nose for about three days . Had to do it on a Sat. , no one else wanted to be in the shop .

  • @549BR
    @549BR 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You might want to consider a product called De-oxit, to clean contacts and prevent future corrosion. What you used is good, but generally won't prevent future deterioration like De-oxit will. These "Days at the Shop" are great....always nice to see Mrs. O.

  • @brianmulligan6239
    @brianmulligan6239 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    You are pulling a Scotty Kilmer by working on your back and knees! I'm older than your Dad so when I say this I'm not being a creeper, Mrs. O is looking very lovely. You two are a great pair!!!

    • @dannyyu2932
      @dannyyu2932 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      The scanner computer used in the video: amzn.to/2H3l6dt Autel MK908 Ultimate Wireless Automotive Scan Tool with ADAS, ECU Coding, Full Bi-Directional Control, ABS Brake Bleed, OE-Level All Systems Diagnosis

  • @DavidPruitt
    @DavidPruitt 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I'm glad to see a pro will also put the drain pan 2 feet from where its suppose to be.

    • @dirtfarmer7472
      @dirtfarmer7472 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      He didn’t make much of a mess, gota be quick

    • @billkoskie6888
      @billkoskie6888 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah, I've done that more than once.

  • @buffuniballer
    @buffuniballer 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    When I lived in Germany back in the late 1980s, their plumbing used SAE, not metric. So perhaps it has something to do with pipe standards...
    Happy B-Day Mrs O's mom!

    • @benbauer1257
      @benbauer1257 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Plumping generally is standard

    • @buffuniballer
      @buffuniballer 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@benbauer1257 Both plumping and plumbing are standard, LOL.
      But seriously, I hear you.

    • @paulmoir4452
      @paulmoir4452 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I don't think there are any good metric pipe threads. My favourite is panzergewinde, which has a metric diameter but the thread pitch is in threads-per-inch.

    • @dublindave5795
      @dublindave5795 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      NPT (National Pipe Thread) are the most popular type in the U.S. and Canada. BSPT (British Standard Pipe Thread) is similar to NPT except there are important differences. The angle across the flanks of threads (if you sliced the fitting in half long-ways and measured the angle from root to crest to root) is 55 degrees instead of 60 degrees as it is for NPT. BSPP (British Standard Parallel Pipe) is most popular in the UK, Europe, Asia, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa. It is a parallel thread fitting that uses a bonded seal ring to do the sealing.
      More than you wanted to know. LOL

  • @johndieudonne8518
    @johndieudonne8518 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Having the right tools makes things easier. Me so envy

  • @paulmiller4246
    @paulmiller4246 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely love the channel and watch all the time. I thought that was pretty cool the day that lady bought a Toyota Camry and with a door that was all jacked up and you fixed it for free. You sound like good people to me please keep posting

  • @1996turbocamaro
    @1996turbocamaro 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hey Eric, I liked the video... there you go.... thanks for showing the fuse box install !!! that was pretty easy for the most part !! keep up the good work !

  • @FortyTwoAnswerToEverything
    @FortyTwoAnswerToEverything 5 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Eric, I hope I'm not offensive here, but your wife is so amazingly gorgeous. You are one lucky dog. I want to hate you for it, but you are too awesome for that.

  • @RANDALLOLOGY
    @RANDALLOLOGY 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thanks for letting me job shadow you. That analyzer is the cat's meow for troubleshooting..lol
    Your wife seems like a really laid back person that can keep you in line. Ha. Ha. She is a valuable asset to your company. Thanks for a view in a day in the life of South Main Auto.

  • @dannylinc6247
    @dannylinc6247 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You treat the worker like a person.
    You make sense when getting answers from him.
    Thats unusual in a car repair place.
    The things he found werent his fault.
    That was nice to see.

  • @michealcrepps5035
    @michealcrepps5035 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Finally found a show worth watching I do lawn care now and work on small equipment but I was a tech for 20 years kind of awesome to see somebody do something I used to do all day!!!

  • @randymarion2466
    @randymarion2466 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Thanks so much for the free tip liquid E tape tip! Cannot tell you how much I have had to toss!

    • @CARRJ142
      @CARRJ142 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      John E. Carr
      1 second ago
      Also, all RTV store in the refrigerator.

  • @levithompson4619
    @levithompson4619 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I'm a tech in a very busy car and heavy truck shop I flip from side to side and I love to watch your videos like this sir I was actually just thinking wondering when he is gonna do another one you read my mind lol. I definitely relate to what you deal with I have very similar days I can't never stay on top of one job always getting pulled on top of that having to go do state inspections on trucks and schools buses that come in. But awesome content love your videos man thanks for making them make me a better tech with every video.

  • @SvcGlobal
    @SvcGlobal 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Great video, please do that more often, its nice to be along with you, Mrs Vanessa and your lovely crew.

  • @oldbluecookie5688
    @oldbluecookie5688 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Eric O. When you torqued the tire you took the car off the Jack Stands. In order to correctly Torque down the wheel nuts you have to have the wheel off the ground. I have learned this from Mikes Automotive in Hilton, New York. And yes I do watch all your videos. This is just a FYI

  • @davidgillettuk9638
    @davidgillettuk9638 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love the insight Eric. Fascinating to see the real things that happen through the day. Please keep doing these occasionally.

  • @TheRetarp
    @TheRetarp 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    You better use jack stands. I had a car buddy die working on his XJ12 when it fell off the jack and crushed him in his garage. His poor wife and kid when the found him, I can only imagine...

    • @flagmichael
      @flagmichael 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Everything is a technicality until something goes wrong.

  • @2secondslater
    @2secondslater 5 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    For the green crusties on the terminals, DeOxit D5 is brilliant.

  • @themc3311
    @themc3311 5 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    Does Josh know you used his toothbrush to clean those terminals?

    • @joemilton7552
      @joemilton7552 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      They're not brothers, you know

    • @carlthaysen5779
      @carlthaysen5779 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      On a serious note, how about one of those tiny round brushes that goes between teeth. Jam one of those down deep into that female contact. Over and over. Something tells me that'll work.

  • @richyscameracaptures276
    @richyscameracaptures276 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great Video. Thanks!

  • @sensey111
    @sensey111 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have been watching your video's for a while now and you inspire me to perform more complex repairs. You and your wife are an adorable couple. Your shop looks busy all the time, a sign of a very good mechanic. I wish you were near my home. for the jobs too complicated for me to handle.Best wishes to you and your wonderful family.

  • @zx8401ztv
    @zx8401ztv 5 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Mouse milk, i wonder if they sell it at supermarkets, maybe next to the bat farts :-D
    What a mad day :-D

    • @bombardier3qtrlbpsi
      @bombardier3qtrlbpsi 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      zx8401ztv good one lol.

    • @zx8401ztv
      @zx8401ztv 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Bombardier64
      It's ok but there is a comment much better.
      Look down to 7 hrs ago, Atra Hasis

    • @DaBossk
      @DaBossk 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ello m8

    • @zx8401ztv
      @zx8401ztv 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello again :-D, i thought m8 was a nut...well i am a nut lol :-D

  • @Dave52732
    @Dave52732 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This was the first all day event for me. I found it quite interesting. I used to field service photo copiers, and I can appreciate how one machine can jam up your day. Thanks for bringing me along!! 😎

  • @ricklakes9405
    @ricklakes9405 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Your reaction when you dropped that part or what ever it was your look was priceless LOL. Keep up the wonderful videos.

  • @maker000
    @maker000 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I absolutely adore the banter between you and Mrs. O!

  • @richardwallinger1683
    @richardwallinger1683 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    you have no idea how much you need mrs O .. enjoy life together while you can .

  • @wshultz74
    @wshultz74 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Love your content. A day in the life of a mechanic! Good stuff. I'd like to see more.

  • @russ533mj
    @russ533mj 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Great video Eric! Love it!
    Just like my day at work in Wisconsin, same rusty cars. But you have a gourmet chef for lunch.😉😉😉

  • @TheLazyCarrot
    @TheLazyCarrot 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Love these type of videos. We do need an occasional Ms Marie appearance love her shenanigans! Keep up the good work. And can’t forget greetings from the beautiful wheat fields of the Palouse in the great no rust state of Washington

  • @claytonchar9232
    @claytonchar9232 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I stumbled upon your videos just this week and found them not only interesting and entertaining, but educating. My hobby is automotive mechanics and I work on my own autos and motorcycles. What intrigues me is your selection and use of tools to perform a repair. It's given me knowledge on what tools to use to perform various types of repairs. I also enjoy the interaction between you, your wife, and the other mechanic. I can't believe how rusted the undercarriage and suspensions of the vehicles you work on. You must live in a state where they salt the roads during the winter.

  • @claytonfite3197
    @claytonfite3197 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I always enjoy our videos and I hope you continue doing them. Thank you for sharing the things that help people like me understand what it takes to repair some of these break downs. Awesome Job