Episode 249: DIY Land Ahead

On this week’s episode of Grease the Wheels, Uncle Jimmy takes a look at the Automotive DIY Market. This is one of those countercyclical industries that really kicks in when the economy gets bad - and in the past that wasn’t the worst thing in the world because cars were exponentially simpler. Today, depending on the make, model, and Russian YouTuber whose video you find - the results can be a lot more mixed. We go into an article about jobs that the internet thinks that people can do themselves - and a lot of them aren’t even relevant anymore. When was the last time you changed a distributor on a car? Regardless, there is often tons of money in it for the people who can undo this carnage and return these vehicles to their proper working order. The market forces are bound to balance out with the rising inflation and dwindling number of technicians entering the field.  Also Uncle Jimmy again avoids obvious anecdotes about Erik the Producer.  This episode is distributed by The Wrenching Network. Whether you're a technician, a mechanic, or someone who just loves the car scene, The Wrenching Network is a place that you have to check out. They have all sorts of great content, gear, and snacks to keep you turning wrenches in whatever capacity you do it. Also if you see us over there, make sure you say hi and leave a comment with what you think about the episode!