You can do most auto repair yourself with some basic tools, just DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH before picking up a wrench. In this episode we go over how not to get ripped off by a mechanic, which jobs to do yourself vs. when to take it to a professional, and what tools you’ll need for most jobs.

Main topic at 51:14

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Music by King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard: www.kinggizzardandthelizardwizard.com/polygondwanaland //

Links/Sources:

Forney Museum: https://www.forneymuseum.org/ //

Photos from the Forney Museum: https://ibb.co/album/nrRsc9 //

How to "Double Wrench" for more leverage and torque: https://youtu.be/MhkydEzXL0U?si=iluM6icn4_5o5E5q //

Harbor Freight jack stands don't have the greatest reputation: https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a33238450/harbor-freight-recalls-replacement-pittsburgh-jack-stands/ //

Minivan on rails, Vaser Valley Railway, Romania https://youtu.be/0zeBIxI7n1I?si=HL39Y4_S6Svq_8iN //

Tools that we recommend (not sponsored):

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-Mechanics-Tool-Set-290-Piece-H290MTS/312945780 //

https://www.harborfreight.com/automotive/jacks-jack-stands/floor-jacks/low-profile/2-ton-low-profile-floor-jack-with-rapid-pump-slate-gray-70485.html //

https://us.gktech.com/products/super-low-car-ramps-pair-1 //