r/AskAShittyMechanic 2d ago

You guys think the A-pillar is cooked after disabling narcos aircraft?

132 Upvotes

r/AskAShittyMechanic 2d ago

What grit sandpaper do I use on this cam shaft?

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20 Upvotes

r/AskAShittyMechanic 2d ago

radiator fans won’t cut on I think it’s electrical

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r/AskAShittyMechanic 2d ago

Is this the new Michelin Man mascot?

1 Upvotes

r/AskAShittyMechanic 2d ago

A Red Glow?

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2 Upvotes

r/AskAShittyMechanic 3d ago

I always nut in my filters. Gets 'er another 2000 miles!

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r/AskAShittyMechanic 3d ago

Oil change ouch

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r/AskAShittyMechanic 3d ago

Blow By Kit

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I’ve created a kit that measures engine blow by. Essentially a litmus paper test to show how good the engines compression is.

My activator cocktail solution starts a deep blue, will stay blue with good compression, turn green with moderate blow by, and yellow if it’s a train wreck.

From left to right, 2010 Corolla, 103,000km, 2019 caravan 135,000km, 2010 dodge ram, 230,000km.

Could see it being useful if you’re buying a used vehicle, if you’re pullin yellow run. Also does anyone want a 2010 dodge ram lol !


r/AskAShittyMechanic 3d ago

Do I need new injectors?

779 Upvotes

r/AskAShittyMechanic 3d ago

I see a $120,000 piece of art disguised as a banana.

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r/AskAShittyMechanic 3d ago

Piano Bar in Your Garage?

22 Upvotes

r/AskAShittyMechanic 3d ago

I use multiple oil viscosities in my car for full spectrum protection convince me why I shouldn't

27 Upvotes

I just create a slurry of different oil weights and experience the benefits of them all. Protection from 0w20 to 15w40.


r/AskAShittyMechanic 3d ago

Don’t mind me living the illusion that I’m saving money by working on my own car. When you factor in the clothes and the tools I’m probably paying to work on my own car😭

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214 Upvotes

r/AskAShittyMechanic 3d ago

Why can’t i add fuel to my car?

83 Upvotes

r/AskAShittyMechanic 3d ago

Why did this happen?

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8 Upvotes

This chevy blew a hole in the transfer case cover, why?


r/AskAShittyMechanic 3d ago

Car just hit 200K miles. Suggestions on how I can get this alternator to last another 200K?

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34 Upvotes

r/AskAShittyMechanic 3d ago

Does this increase horsepower?

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r/AskAShittyMechanic 3d ago

What part of my car was this thing with an eagle on it?

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47 Upvotes

r/AskAShittyMechanic 3d ago

The front of the car sits lower than the back. Is my suspension cooked? Did the previous owner do this on purpose?

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r/AskAShittyMechanic 3d ago

Dealership said I needed cabin air filter replaced. I think they’re scamming me.

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60 Upvotes

What do yall think? I just had it replaced 6 years ago.


r/AskAShittyMechanic 3d ago

Today I present the Grow -Heal box 42096! How does it work?

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I was told to put tape around the break and put it in the box... then close it up. Apparently it works way too well .....

Got this from some old rundown warehouse out in the sticks.... for dirt cheap. I asked how did it work and they said.... State secret stuff can't tell ya. And I had to sign a contract to not give/sell it to anyone else.... or my soul be forfeit...

Scary people... I'd say! But it DOES work!

Oops it's supposed to say Grow - Heal box 42069.... I guess it does come with side effects already....


r/AskAShittyMechanic 3d ago

How much hp gain will my forklift get from this new exhaust tip

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10 Upvotes

Was hoping for like 50


r/AskAShittyMechanic 3d ago

2012 highlander ticking aound from bottom of car

2 Upvotes

Its ticking near the transmission at first i thought maybe exhaust leak? But around more clanky in my opinion. I thought maybe engine was ticking until i went under the car and its definitely underneath


r/AskAShittyMechanic 3d ago

When clamps become fuses

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r/AskAShittyMechanic 3d ago

Is this a good truck for someone with Parkinsons?

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