Before you toss those zip tie scraps in the trash, consider saving them for plastic repair jobs. In many cases, the plastic used in zip ties will bond with common automotive plastics with the help of a soldering iron.
Lemmy explains why this basic task always comes before removing the positive cable to help you understand the theory behind the practice.
Resistance is futile.
Stop beating your sockets to death.
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A nationwide framework of safety regulations has transformed vehicle design and saved countless lives since its introduction in 1968.
You know what bump steer is. Where does it originate?
You don’t want to sell every job. Trust me.
When the pump automatically shuts off after filling a vehicle’s tank, many people are tempted to add a little more gas. Unfortunately, this can do more harm than good, and the repair bills could add up quickly.
It isn’t the “registration and insurance card box,” after all.
Formal education teaches you theory and the real world teaches you the rest.
The right tools will expand your capabilities and help you to tackle more advanced jobs, but it’s not always easy to know where to start.
It’s been asked of every new mechanic for more than a century. Does it matter in 2025?
