The Mobile Gearhead

02/28/2026

16 spark plugs for one engine?! C'mon Dodge.😩

10/24/2025

Please note:

No warranty will be provided for customer supplied parts. This means that if the part you provide fails or is found to be defective, and you request for it to be replaced again, the full labor amount will be charged. This is a standard practice and policy in the automotive service industry to protect businesses. Thank you for your understanding.

08/27/2025

What is a diagnosis? Is it just the free scan you get at an auto parts store? Why does it cost to have it done? Why is it recommended to have it done even if I'm confident of what my problem is?

A diagnosis is the process used by a skilled professional using their tools, time, and expertise to accurately troubleshoot a reported issue in order to properly recommend a repair.

It includes, but is not limited to, a computer scan, visual inspection, and test drive.

A computer scan, which most auto parts stores perform for free, will pull up trouble codes present in the computer modules of a vehicle. Diagnose trouble codes (DTCs) are meant to "get you in the ballpark" of what the issue is. They are NOT meant to be a one to one correlation from problem to solution. It is necessary to understand how to interpret the data that's displayed to know what to do with it. Don't just load up the parts canon and start installing things on the car.

Given the knowledge, skills, and tools needed to accurately troubleshoot an issue with a car, there's value associated with doing so. The value a skilled mechanic offers justifies a fee being charged.

Even if you're confident in your own knowledge and have a general idea of what you need, it's good to have peace of mind from a professional before you spend your hard earned money on repairs.

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07/22/2025

If you're looking for the absolute bottom dollar price on car repair...
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Then do NOT contact me. I don't, and never have promised, to be the cheapest option in town and I'm not going to price match the "other guy" you talked to.

I commit to being fair and often times generous. I commit to being reliable and trustworthy.

Why? Because that's what good businesses do!

05/23/2025

Today's project!😍

03/16/2025

Customer had an accident that ruined the suspension on one corner. Good to go now! 😁

01/14/2025

Still out here serving the community, even in the freezing cold. Hand and toe warmers are my best friends in this weather!😁

Stay warm and stay safe everyone.

12/08/2024

Solid purchasing advice from one of the best Toyota and Lexus mechanics!

A Mechanic and Shop Owner shares mistakes he sees when folks buy used cars. Buying any car is difficult enough, making the mistakes when buying makes it even...

11/01/2024

"An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure," is a phrase that applies even to your vehicle's health. Fixing your car on the cheap doesn't always work out in the long run. So, do your maintenance on time and you'll be less likely to have costly repairs bills later.

08/13/2024

Hello good people!

Business is growing and we are booked solid! 😁

That said, it's going to be at least a week for an appointment. Thank you for your patience.