Are you a DIY repairman/woman?

**TrailLeadr** · 10-22-2007, 12:51 PM

How many of our members do the work themselves, when their vehicle is in need of repair?

**MrShorty** · 10-22-2007, 01:49 PM

I try to do most of the work myself. Diagnostics in particular I like to do myself. Some of the big things (engine/transmission/etc. overhaul) I prefer to farm out.

**Cableguy** · 10-22-2007, 01:52 PM

I do basic because of time (or lack there of) and down time. With just a touch of laziness.

**MD4x4 Fireman** · 10-22-2007, 03:23 PM

i do most of it on my own. but since i am only 18 and dont have alot of knowledge i get help on things i cant figure out right away like why certain things wont work on the truck and when i need welding done

**skivhere** · 10-22-2007, 08:32 PM

I am a cheap bastard...so of course, I do everything I can!!

**GM_Guy** · 10-22-2007, 09:33 PM

I do all my own repairs, except for transmission overhauls

**Duranged Mike** · 10-23-2007, 05:50 AM

Same here, I do most everything myself.

**Skarch** · 10-23-2007, 10:38 AM

Currently, b/c of the magically computerized VW's, I just do the basics on my cars, but with the addition of the 'burb and the availability of a spare car, I will start doing more myself b/c I can aford to have one of the cars down for a week or so. Plus American Steel is so easy compared to the German gadgetmobile.

**NHSilverado** · 10-29-2007, 07:40 AM

Obviously the dealer does the warranty work. Once upon a time I did everything else. These days I have the dealer do it all pretty much. I have a great relationship with this dealer and their labor rates are no worse than any other mechanic's rates in the area( I do NOT use OEM parts from them however = WAY too expensive ). With my bad back I just am not up to wrenching like I used to be. Pretty much I only putz around with a few accessories installs and the like these days.

**tbplus10** · 11-17-2007, 04:09 PM

I do about 85% of my own work. As I get busier and busier at work this percentage is changing.
I almost wish for the days when I had no money and lots of time to tinker with my cars. Two cars have been sitting in the yard for two weeks now needing oil changes that I dont have the time to do and refuse to pay a mechanic to do a job that simple.