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When you spend years educating yourself about complex systems and then back at the dealer you get rewarded by only doing diagnosis jobs, normally warranty then don’t get the repair back which pays because you are doing another DIAG.
Learn how to change oil and align and earn some money, god help anyone who can actually fix cars!Sorry for ranting!
I worked at an independent shop whilst finishing school and it was a great atmosphere and laid back. I’ve worked at dealers for 11 years and I enjoy the manufacturer training and access to loads of technical information. If your into new tech and don’t mind working with a few ruthless guys, dealers are great. Your job is whatever you make it I think. As far as experience goes, you’ll get a more eclectic knowledge base at an independent shop but there’s nothing wrong with specialising on a manufacturer, doing so lets you do some pretty in depth diagnosis and after all said and done, all cars are nuts and bolts, with good fundamental knowledge and logic you can fix anything.
I worked at an independent shop whilst finishing school and it was a great atmosphere and laid back. I’ve worked at dealers for 11 years and I enjoy the manufacturer training and access to loads of technical information. If your into new tech and don’t mind working with a few ruthless guys, dealers are great. Your job is whatever you make it I think. As far as experience goes, you’ll get a more eclectic knowledge base at an independent shop but there’s nothing wrong with specialising on a manufacturer, doing so lets you do some pretty in depth diagnosis and after all said and done, all cars are nuts and bolts, with good fundamental knowledge and logic you can fix anything.
[quote=”stingray66″ post=39088]I have only one question WHY I just talk three people this week out of ever becoming a tech. I have made it my mission to tell any one thinking about out to forget it But I guess you will have to find out on your own. Now as far as a dealership goes STAY FAR AWAY same goes for places like pep boys they are the worst Go to any good independent shop and ask them what they think about this Feld Most will tell you NOT to go in to it In my 40 plus year in this business I do not know one tech that likes what they are doing I have seen so many after 5/6 years just walk away form it
SO I will ask again WHY[/quote]Hey, the guy is starting out and asking for useful advise. Just because you’ve had a bad experience doesn’t mean he will. I am a dealer tech, I think pretty good at my job and I love it. In a dealer you’ll always work along side an ass but that’s life. If he likes the job that’s 90%. I respect your opinion but that gives you no right to destroy this guys hopes at a career in the trade. If you enjoy what you do, do it. If you hate the trade, get the hell out and stack shelves for an hourly rate and 10% off at Walmart.
[quote=”stingray66″ post=39088]I have only one question WHY I just talk three people this week out of ever becoming a tech. I have made it my mission to tell any one thinking about out to forget it But I guess you will have to find out on your own. Now as far as a dealership goes STAY FAR AWAY same goes for places like pep boys they are the worst Go to any good independent shop and ask them what they think about this Feld Most will tell you NOT to go in to it In my 40 plus year in this business I do not know one tech that likes what they are doing I have seen so many after 5/6 years just walk away form it
SO I will ask again WHY[/quote]Hey, the guy is starting out and asking for useful advise. Just because you’ve had a bad experience doesn’t mean he will. I am a dealer tech, I think pretty good at my job and I love it. In a dealer you’ll always work along side an ass but that’s life. If he likes the job that’s 90%. I respect your opinion but that gives you no right to destroy this guys hopes at a career in the trade. If you enjoy what you do, do it. If you hate the trade, get the hell out and stack shelves for an hourly rate and 10% off at Walmart.
Simple one but true – my pocket flat head, I use it for everything except maybe undoing screws. I don’t think I could function without my 11th finger!
Simple one but true – my pocket flat head, I use it for everything except maybe undoing screws. I don’t think I could function without my 11th finger!
Could be a bad MAF sensor, try cleaning it and reset the memory, that’s important. If not, try replacing it. Multiple misfires can be set by a faulty neutral position sensor on the manuals. Subaru ECUs are a bit slow to learn new values so don’t give up on the MAF until after a reset and a good roadtest.
Could be a bad MAF sensor, try cleaning it and reset the memory, that’s important. If not, try replacing it. Multiple misfires can be set by a faulty neutral position sensor on the manuals. Subaru ECUs are a bit slow to learn new values so don’t give up on the MAF until after a reset and a good roadtest.
I’m Tom from the UK, I did my apprenticeship at a Subaru/Isuzu dealer for 4 years. I moved to Toyota 7 years ago and worked up to master diagnostic technician in Toyota’s TEAM21. I’m also certified ATA master technician and an MoT tester and love my job. Enjoy ETCG1 channel a lot.
I’m Tom from the UK, I did my apprenticeship at a Subaru/Isuzu dealer for 4 years. I moved to Toyota 7 years ago and worked up to master diagnostic technician in Toyota’s TEAM21. I’m also certified ATA master technician and an MoT tester and love my job. Enjoy ETCG1 channel a lot.
FLUKE 78 automotive meter. Bought it when I started out, great meter accurate and reliable. Not expensive after 11 years as a tech. Payed for itself a long time ago.
Approx $250 11 years ago. Still available.FLUKE 78 automotive meter. Bought it when I started out, great meter accurate and reliable. Not expensive after 11 years as a tech. Payed for itself a long time ago.
Approx $250 11 years ago. Still available.Snap On cooling system filler. Vacs out the system and pulls in the new coolant, no more bleeding air. On the offer sheet last week. £80