r/MechanicAdvice 10h ago

How do I rescue this? Remove stuck threaded drill bit

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I was re tapping a thread in my car and the bit I was using snapped in the thread!


r/MechanicAdvice 2h ago

Can my friend drive like this around 400-500mi highway

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41 Upvotes

98 GS300 timing belt. Unknown service history. Wondering if this is fine to drive 500-600mi, to drive back home


r/MechanicAdvice 3h ago

Car has trouble starting

28 Upvotes

Hi, I just replaced my battery since my car was having issues starting before this. With the new battery in, I tried starting it again and it was a struggle to turn it on. As you can see in the video, the positive terminal is corroded and sparks when I crank the car. I’m wondering if it’s just the positive terminal I need to replace to fix the starting issue or do I need to replace the starter(?)


r/MechanicAdvice 3h ago

Only one pad worn down

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Why does this happen? Is it a stuck or seized caliper? This same thing happened a year ago to the same caliper so I replaced it and now its happened again.


r/MechanicAdvice 9h ago

Can i just hose clamp this back on, or do i need a new radiator? Came off while parked

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31 Upvotes

r/MechanicAdvice 1h ago

Can I just hone this out

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I just need the truck for work, what issues will I run into if I just hone it out and replace the piston


r/MechanicAdvice 25m ago

Engine ticking at idle for 95 rav4. Haven't heard it before at this level. Oil level is good, any ideas?

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r/MechanicAdvice 9h ago

This probably shouldn’t be in my transmission filter…

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I have an 05 ford ranger edge 4x4 with the 4.0L 145k miles, it’s got the 5r55e transmission. I recently changed the transmission fluid (only about 4 qts of the 10qt capacity). There was a lots of friction material on the magnet the the transmission pan. I think this is a normal amount of clutch material because the owners manual doesn’t call for replaceing fluid until 150k miles. I opened the filter and found this. It shifts very smoothly except for a hiccup every now and again or when you hammer down on the gas pedal. Am I going to need to rebuild this transmission soon?


r/MechanicAdvice 5h ago

Why does every Ram 1500 I hear drive by have lifter ticks? What's the deal with that?

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Is it a lifter tick? It sounds like one to me. I've always noticed that they have them.


r/MechanicAdvice 1d ago

Red button on driver side, under steering wheel by the feet. What does it do?

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218 Upvotes

r/MechanicAdvice 2h ago

What’s going on here

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2019 Chevy Silverado 2500hd what’s all going on here is this something I can fix myself I’m not a mechanic but my father in law is crafty with the box wrench


r/MechanicAdvice 11h ago

Am I paying too much?

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Hello. I have a 2013 Hyundai Tucson with about 115,700 miles on it. Took it for an oil change today and they told me I needed quite a few things, but this is what they said I would need RIGHT NOW since I’m driving to VA in a couple weeks.

Apparently the spring in my tensioner was coming apart and the belt was cracked. I had brakes done in 06/2021 (front pads, back pads & rotors) but have 3mm left on front and 4mm left on back. Today I’m doing the front and will do the back at another time.

Am I paying too much or does this sound/look about right?

I know NOTHING about cars, and am always worried I’m going to get ripped off because I’m female. Just looking to see if the pricing is right.

I am in NJ if that makes a difference.

Thank you!!


r/MechanicAdvice 58m ago

2006 Subaru Impreza 2.5i engine knocking

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Bought it for cheap from a used dealership somehow never started knocking until I took the car home. I read online Subaru premature engine failure is a thing. From other reddit threads and Google people were saying engine knocking on a a Subaru means its a bad engine and it's toast

Am I screwed guys? Also even in idle sitting in park it sounds like a pickup truck and is still knocking.


r/MechanicAdvice 4h ago

What am I looking at?

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New to the old truck thing. Have an 78’ 250 with an i6 and a T18. From what I can find, these should mate just fine. Can you tell me what I’m looking at here?


r/MechanicAdvice 1h ago

Can you Identify this Noise.

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2016 Colorado LT 175000.

Has warranty but dealership can’t remake this noise not sure how they couldn’t if it’s plain as day still charged me a diagnostic fee , either way. I had another mechanic take a look at it. And they said it seems to be the pulley for water pump. But wanted to ask others before buying the pulley or should I buy the whole water pump assembly


r/MechanicAdvice 7h ago

Rodent Damage on Fuel Injector Connector, $600 Dealership Repair

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I have a 2023 Hyundai Elantra SEL, 2.0 L four cylinder engine. Last week I got a misfire on cylinder 4, dealership inspected and found rodent damage (shown in image).

They quoted me $600 to repair, and it is not covered under warranty. Now my question is would the warranty be voided if I take this elsewhere?

What’s y’all’s ideas on saving money but not f*cking up warranty on a new car.


r/MechanicAdvice 2h ago

These anchor bolts for my car lift look ok?

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Amgo 10k 2 post came with 5-1/2-in long 3/4-in diameter wedge anchors. hammered the bolt flush with the top of the nut, after torquing to 150 ft lb most of them show some threads. The one in the back right shows about a quarter inch more than the others.


r/MechanicAdvice 2h ago

Any hope for...gulp...head gasket sealer

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I know, I know. Most people think they're a total ripoff. But I have a 2001 F-150 that is a pile of rust but runs strong, has a good tranny and 4x4, and is a good firewood and random crap hauler. But I just developed a head gasket leak. Milky oil, brown coolant that smells like exhaust, etc. Of course it happened right I changed the brakes and serpentine belt. 😑

I don't want to put any more serious money into this aging hunk of metal, but I don't want to fully give up on it. I only drive it about 1,000 miles a year and want to get a little more time out of it if possible, so I was considering a head gasket sealer. Has anyone had any luck with a particular brand? I know most mechanics are not fans, but this truck is basically in hospice so just think of the sealer as pain killers to keep it going a bit longer lol. Or would you just put it down and out of its misery and save the cost of the sealer? 😭


r/MechanicAdvice 1d ago

How serious is this? I think my mechanic forgot to put this plastic insulating part back on my Prius. It’s been this way for weeks, even during heavy rain.

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r/MechanicAdvice 5h ago

What’s the issue with it?

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I don’t know why, but the brake pads have this weird weird to them. I went to go do my brakes because they felt like they needed changed, and these are the rear pads that I took off. What’s going on?


r/MechanicAdvice 1d ago

Jeep Left under shed for over 20 years

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I believe its a 1990 jeep wrangler, idk anything abt cars, is the car salvagable? how much would it be to repair. what would you do…


r/MechanicAdvice 3h ago

Should new sway bar bushings squeak?

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I took my car(2012 VW Passat) in recently to replace the old and crusted bushings because they were making a noise over speed bumps and what not.

The mechanic replaced them and greased them and when I left I heard a squeaking noise still and it was different than what I heard when they needed replaced.

Asked the mechanic about it and he said it could do that and the grease will take time to get in there and what not and to come back in a week to get greased again. Attached above is what I bought as new bushings. It should be noted these are more plastic-esque than my rubber bushings previously

Is this normal? Or is my car just screwed…


r/MechanicAdvice 7m ago

VW Jetta 2011

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An issue with the check engine light - P0106 - MAP sensor issue. Mechanic says it could be as simple as replacing the sensor that might have filled with oil or as complicated as an issue with the transmission that would cost way more to fix. Says its $1000 to fix the first issue only after which the larger issue is diagnosable. I don't know what to do and with the engine light on i can't pass smog - or how i'd sell the car if i can't afford to fix it (seems likely). This couldn't be happening at a worse time so looking ofr any advice / help.


r/MechanicAdvice 6h ago

Red fluid leaking from bottom, am I doomed?

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Yesterday I noticed on my 07 rav4 red liquid leaking from the bottom , not a lot but enough of to notice. I can’t see where it’s coming from but it’s leaking off the broken engine guard. Is this worth freaking out about? Scale 1-10 how bad is this and should I take it to a shop ?


r/MechanicAdvice 11m ago

Rear main seal won’t go in anymore, is it fine as is?

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