A Mechanics Worst Nightmare

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For me, the worst thing that can happen as a mechanic is to think you did a good job and find out that you didn’t.
I take pride in my work. I want to do a good job. When people drive their vehicles away after I work on them, I want the customer to be happy and satisfied with the work that was done. When it isn’t, it’s a sickening feeling.
It doesn’t happen often, but when it does, nothing sucks more.
Have you ever had a situation like this? If so, please share your story. I’d love to hear about it.
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@LeMecanoDuDimanche 6 лет назад

Eric you're great. You tried to help the best you could, and you made the right call, using that money for paying the bills.

@thomasdearment3214 3 года назад

those were the cars we always liked working on at the Acura dealership wonderful cars , dont worry Eric shes just turning into an Acura owner thats what they do .

@ozzstars_cars 6 лет назад

Sounds like you did the right thing helping your friend out but you can't feel responsible for every future issue the car gets. Two rules, never loan money to family and never sell cars to friends.

@nealmont 6 лет назад

I don't sell cars to friends unless either they or I are moving out of town :-) I have never sold a bad car knowingly to a friend, but I still might feel responsible for something that is not my fault. If a car is questionable, I GIVE it to the friend or family member.

@Swordie100 6 лет назад

I don't get this, it's still their choice to buy the car, as long as you are 100% upfront about it, good friends will understand this anyway. If not? You don't need them in your life anyway. :)

@EarlSinclair97 6 лет назад

Words to live by!

@estelover100 6 лет назад

This is true if something were to ever go wrong, which eventually it will, you will never ever hear the end of it

@Swordie100 6 лет назад

Then they are bad friends anyway.

@RL-xb4gz 4 года назад

I'm a 56 year old mechanic all my life I've helped people from all likes with similar stories what it did for me was gave me great karma and blessed me beyond belief.

@worldhello1234 2 года назад

Karma theory is just a theory. Don't be superstitious. ;)

@selmirfazlic4194 6 лет назад

The best thing when a girl come to my workshop and ask me to change the turbo on mercedes she just come from authorized dealer with that diagnose. Pleaseeeee tell mi how much money just tell me the price as soon i open the hood i see vacum hose off turbo actuator is just drop from his place i put it back and close no money nice girl she come to my shop few days later with botle of jack and allmost start to cry.... Let's be nice mechanic P.S SORY FOR BAD ENGLISH I'M FROM BOSNIA

@codered5431 5 лет назад

Selmir Fazlic right on brother honesty always works

@kdavis269 5 лет назад

A friend of mine was told he needed a new engine. We changed the spark plugs and coil pack and it was good to go. There is a reason most people have trust issues when it comes to car repairs.

@mikelemoine4267 5 лет назад

She will always come back and will recommend her friends and family to you for being honest. You'll make more money long term.

@jonathanwilkes5565 5 лет назад

Good on you buddy, cant beat honestly. 👌👌

@fixit4u73 5 лет назад

👍👍Honesty is the best advertising you can get👍👍

@TedStrzalkowski 6 лет назад

As a donor to Fixing it Forward, this is exactly why I donated. Sure, maybe it doesn't result in a repair video, but the spirit of Fixing it Forward is bailing out those in need. You nailed it. I'm glad you did this.

@usmale47374 6 лет назад

I think that using Fixing It Forward money was justified in this instance. My health is bad and continuing to decline, so I know how grateful she must have been for the help you provided.

@sunnylam2284 6 лет назад

usmale47374 get well soon my friend :)

@usmale47374 6 лет назад

Thanks, but I won't get well. I suffer from MS, plus a chronic form of AZOOR, which is gradually stealing my vision. It sucks, but it is what it is.

@xxRamD3yruxx 6 лет назад

never give up, you may get contact from somewhere that a new treatment or drug was developed. There is always a chance.

@roland985 6 лет назад

Yep. Try to find a linux distro for the vision impaired and install it on an old laptop if you have one. Windows accessibility software like JAWS or Zoomtext are too damn expensive.

@pccchurch 6 лет назад

no drug will help with man created diseases. U have to detox from all the GMOs food, chemicals in ur daily life, and get away from stress and get good rest. It's cheap but difficult because ppl are stuck in their ways and want a "pill" to solve the problem ... these magical pills dont exist. There are pills that temporarily suppress symptoms but that is like making ur hand not hurt while u stick in a meat grinder. Symptom suppressors will kill u. Remember that when u ask ur doctor if that pill he prescribes will cure u or only suppress symptoms with loads of side effects.

@RyleeKat02 6 лет назад

The golden rule should be: Support people in need, not poor life choices!

@ETCG1 6 лет назад

Well said!

@worldhello1234 2 года назад

What if there is no difference and one is the result of the other? :)

@timan206 2 года назад

@@worldhello1234 grow up.

@firewaterforgeofarizona4304 5 лет назад

Seems like whenever I've done a "favor for a friend", I've always come to regret it.

@wysetech2000 6 лет назад

I think over 47+ years in the trade i have had many more happy customers than unhappy. Several people have followed me throughout my career to work on their cars and that makes me happy. It's the ones that you know you were honest and did your best and something went wrong either with the repair or something else. Those things still bother me today. I hate people thinking that i am dishonest.

@p3l1k44n1 6 лет назад

"I hate people thinking that i am dishonest."

@jomangeee9180 6 лет назад

how come everyone come on these boards claiming they are all honest, where are all the dishonest ones. For every honest mechanic I met there were at least 10 bitches (dishonest or just don't know what they're doing),. And the honest ones are becoming harder to come across! I guess thats why your customers follow you around. Hope you don't retire soon. Cheers.

@wysetech2000 6 лет назад

JO MANGEEE What kind of work do you do? Do you have to deal directly with the public? Where are all the dishonest Plumbers, Electricians or any other trade for that matter. Everyone thinks that because they have to spend money on their car they must be getting ripped off or because some know it all tells them they are. People know nothing and don't want to know about the automotive repair business. Everyone thinks that mechanics and shop owners don't have any expenses and would like them to work for free. People would rather buy a couple of six packs of beer or have a good time than having their cars oil changed and then cry rip off when they have to replace an an engine. Yes, there are dishonest mechanics out there but there is so much honest work out there that most of us don't have to screw the public. The MoM and PoP shop that i work at could be open 24/7 and seldom be out of work to do after 32 years in business. That doesn't happen by being dishonest.

@jomangeee9180 6 лет назад

@wysetech2000 How about to charge people a fair rate for an honest job! It is not rocket science. Saying well there are dishonest electrician or plumbers does not vouch too well for you. Check out RU-vid it is full of examples of dishonest mechanics (some links below for your convenience). Cheers mate ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Cw-ACoxStfQ.html ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-v5cmvhvteNw.html ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-7ytmN7T_HEI.html ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-jBpMe36GoW0.html @Frank.T You are right a lot of people like to complain. And others just don’t mind their own business

@pccchurch 6 лет назад

There are 2 bad areas of business: dishonest incompetent tradesmen and toxic insanely unreasonable customers. I met both. I do not like both with a passion.

@hocman123 6 лет назад

I have no problem with u helping this lady out with fixing it forward money it is there to help people and that's what it did

@estradaj777 5 лет назад

You’re a good man , but we in the Latino culture, say never make business with family and friends , you did what you could do and even went above and beyond of what many people would have done , you should be proud

@TheRRM64 6 лет назад

I am doing a similar thing right now. Helping a teenage family friend that was kicked out of her home weeks before graduating high school - no car, no money, no job. Just picked up an old Kia Rio to get her to school and back. Seems solid, but no history on it. We're praying it holds together until she can get done with school in a few weeks and then into some kind of job so she can support herself. So far, I have been able to fix the few minor things wrong with it - but every time the phone rings, I anticipate the worst. Bless you for your fix-it-forward fund. I will contribute as these situations present themselves frequently and those who can help, should.

@1catbrains 5 лет назад

Randy in Texas Your a good man 👍

@hackdeez1075 5 лет назад

@@CCCP1968 what the hell is wrong with you?

@geenawknee9694 5 лет назад

@@hackdeez1075 😂😂😂😂 he thinkin bout the pussy.. He said family. Might wanna re read

@Trident_Euclid Год назад

Why would her parents do such a thing?

@gpaine 6 лет назад

Eric, I'm glad you're such an incredibly stand up guy. Great call to use that money, and what a wonderful testimony to her that you care and value your work.

@campybear 6 лет назад

We have faith in you. This is exactly what the money is for. You did a grand thing for her. How could you have fixed something that wasn’t wrong while you had it?

@ddd228 6 лет назад

You just cannot for see future problems at all. $%IT happens with all used cars.We all drive used cars and things wear out or,,,break. Fix the brakes and the water pump goes South. Engine is smoking so it must be over heating.Sorry."Did you look at the temperature gauge?"

@guyazbell8169 6 лет назад

Campy H bet she has lovely teeth.

@rafaelmarin1963 4 года назад

Eric, you've got a heart the size of Texas.

@williamcricket7931 3 года назад

And everything in Texas is huge.

@Chevy-hw6lw 3 года назад

And a big wiener

@davidmullins267 6 лет назад

No good dead goes unpunished. You are a class act ETCG. I enjoy your programs

@jerryzedler1440 6 лет назад

I understand. I'm a do it yourself guy. Professionally I work on computers. In the past when I've tried to help friends get a computer it has NEVER turned out well. Sigh. Same exact feelings. Hate that for you, good on you for helping and going the extra mile.

@guyazbell8169 6 лет назад

Jerry Zedler in order for it to be a "good"thing she is required to say thank you not sure if that little nugget was accomplished.

@wolvenar 6 лет назад

The fix it forward use sounds perfectly legit. With the idea of making sure this lady was in something reliable and safe. Would like to see it out to use for projects we all get to see though sometime.

@rayontherobot 6 лет назад

"what did the temperature gauge say?" "Well, I didn't look at the temp. gauge." [DEEP INHALE] Laughed so hard. You're a good guy Eric. Teach this girl how to car, use fixing it forward money.

@DENicholsAutoBravado 4 года назад

I watched your busted knuckle video today and I saw this as a suggested video. Totally forgot I watched. Again, I feel good about what you did. The point of those donations are to help someone in need and you did. Thanks again Eric, and I'm happy to be a part of this community.

@bulldozer7656 6 лет назад

I'm like you, a soft spot for people who really need it. You did the right thing bro. You can't see the future, cars break. Bad on your friend for the oil leak.

@A3203503 6 лет назад

You're a straight shooter Eric, if you think using Fixing It Forward money is validated, then I have no question to doubt it and support your opinion. Cheers from Oz.

@Ottonic6 6 лет назад

Fantastic on your part Eric. As far as the starter. You know as well as anyone with any mechanical knowledge that being a "used" starter it can go out anytime, and sometimes without warning. So major cudos to you for going above and beyond to make it right...

@FirstLast-fr4hb 5 лет назад

I just want to say thank you for having a heart for those in need.

@dvddmc 6 лет назад

I think you did Right Eric.

@sophiecutler9741 6 лет назад

Your honesty is refreshing, I love your work mate!

@ETCG1 6 лет назад

Thanks!

@davidhollenshead4892 6 лет назад

Eric, Thanks your being helpful to a person in need.

@molybogo 6 лет назад

I started with bikes as way of giving back to kids that need it , just did my first fix it forward, and realized what it meant (no good deed goes unpunished)at first I thought it meant "you try to help someone out and you get screwed" but then analyzing it really meant that sometimes you don"t receive the gratitude that you were expecting,but in exchange what I did receive was a chance to learn how to do brakes,master cylinder,and struts,that help improve my confidence in knowing that now I have the resilience to fix anything , and for that Im eternally grateful, you are my hero ;)

@ETCG1 6 лет назад

Good on you for helping others. A couple of notes. Expectation is the shortest rout to disappointment. Also, if you're doing it for gratitude, you're doing it for the wrong reasons as you pointed out in your comment. You do it because you can help someone, nothing more. If you get gratitude, great. If not, you take away the satisfaction of helping others and learning new things as you stated. Thanks for the comment.

@joshuadoliveiro 6 лет назад

I respect you for your integrity, Eric. Heartwarming to know you handled the situation the way you did.

@jimmydeen58 6 лет назад

I think you did a fine thing under the circumstances..

@Rickm2003 6 лет назад

Thats what the money is for, helping people in need, no mater how, whether its you doing the work, or you paying the bill. lf u or another shop, was not wasted money or a bad decision considering the circumstances.

@faceup5 5 лет назад

Hey Eric. Nice to stumble on your videos. I really appreciate you sharing your insight and experience. I'm not a mechanic but I am very mechanically inclined and enjoy working on my older cars. That said, I know my limits and I've always retained a good mechanic to repair what I can't. The best thing about me fixing some stuff is that I have a much greater appreciation for professionals like you and I know that nothing is black and white. There have been a few occasions like you described where my mechanic thought his repair was final and I had to bring the vehicle back because something still wasn't right. But I am always respectful and not mad because I get it. These are complex mechanical items and sometimes things don't go perfectly the first time. What I appreciate more is the mechanic's honesty and willingness to make it right. I admire guys like you who have integrity and are always learning and sharing. Keep up the great videos and I'll keep watching. Thanks.

@christopherbrennan4858 6 лет назад

Dude, the transparency with which you conduct yourself and act as a steward of the money people have donated is EXACTLY how more folks should conduct themselves. You are such a solid example of what TO DO.

@jamesadams2333 6 лет назад

Your a good man Eric! Lords knows what could have happened. But I’m glad your friends able to get to her treatments.

@stymiesnerdly771 6 лет назад

As one who has donated to FIF, I have no issue at all with the funds going to this repair. Well done on getting it out of the stealership as well & obtaining piece of mind with a trusted source.

@ETCG1 6 лет назад

Thank you!

@brucehutcheson5371 5 лет назад

Eric, You definitely did the right thing to reach out to help a friend in need. All of us at one time or another regardless of the details need help. That's just being human. You helping a friend that truly needed it is called being a good human. Some rewards are beyond monetary. Those experiences will be the ones you remember long past the others.

@jerrykurl69 6 лет назад

You went above and beyond for this lady. Whenever I fix up and sell a vehicle, I really try to make sure everything works and its good to go but ya just never know when anything can break. I sell vehicles as is but tell the customer if they want to bring it back to me for repairs I'll cut em a deal. So I can make some cash flipping a car and get some $$$ out of it down the road. Using your fixing it forward $$$ in this situation is completely warranted, that seems like that is the perfect scenario to use it on as she really seemed to be in need! Good work man!

@kr1886 6 лет назад

You're a good guy Eric an I'm sorry this one turned out the way it did for you but you did your best. I've not come across this fixing it forward in the UK but she sounded like as good a case as any for some help. You'll get your reward in Heaven mate! :D

@ChuckWood14 6 лет назад

As far as I'm concerned, Fixing It Forward is a charity fund set up for people who need repairs done to their car that can't otherwise pay for them themselves. This instance is fully justified to me! Good video, good guy, Eric!

@stacydornan9765 6 лет назад

NICE TO SEE THERE ARE STILL SOME GOOD HEARTED PEOPLE STILL LEFT IN THIS WORLD.Well done bro,keep up the good work.

@mikea.2348 6 лет назад

It takes some guts to admit mistake in such a public forum. You're a good guy, Eric.

@malcolmyoung7866 6 лет назад

Using 'Fixing it Forward' money for someone who is unwell and having regular treatment?...Spot on. Paying another shop to do the work? No problem...we just miss out on the videos....

@timmarker5492 6 лет назад

Hi Eric, I am really sorry to hear about your friend and hope her treatment is going well! I, for one, think you did the right thing in this instance to make right a difficult situation. With the starter replaced and all the other work you put into that Acura, I hope it lasts a good long time for your friend! Love the Fixing it Forward idea, awesome way to help folks in need. I am no pro mech, but as a DIY'er, I try to do right by my friends as well so I think the use of those funds in this situation was spot on 🙂👍

@RAB1954 3 года назад

God bless you Eric for helping this lady who’s going thru her own medical trials. In my opinion, this is EXACTLY what fixing it forward should be used for. Whether you fix it personally, or pay someone else when it’s impossible to do it yourself, helping people is what it’s all about!

@ricmcusa 6 лет назад

Your in Cincy? Hamilton here. Been there done that.From hero to zero in no time flat. Fix her car. Its for a good cause. I love how honest and passionate you are about customers even if its someone you know.

@mverbaan3381 6 лет назад

I reckon you did well here. I recognize the feeling when things you honestly and sincerely try to do well turn out otherwise. These moments suck, but than again: (working ) people make mistakes. Even Eric the car guys. Keep up the good work! Keep your right attitude!

@michaeld_68 6 лет назад

Hey Eric all you can do is do your best ! As far as using Fixing It Forward money that's what it's for .Sound all good to me !!!!

@jamesburba1995 5 лет назад

It's good to see you enjoying the fruits of your efforts, Eric. Once you get the apparent top-end fuel starvation problem worked out, you really need to work on "power shifting". You built the driveline to handle it, now, ya gotta learn how to use it, just like the rest of us did. Keep on havin' fun, you earned it.

@srtmetal7647 5 лет назад

This is also a sign of a good mechanic. My mechanic has taken a loss in the past over a mistake that anyone could have made. He stood by his work but in turn forever got a reliable customer.

@ericeiler7016 6 лет назад

Eric good story on how we should be able to do for others. I have adopted your Fixing it Forward idea in my own life, and work on cars for friends and family members for free,to save them from being ripped off by the dishonest shops in my area. Being a cabinet maker and not a mechanic, I rely on you and others like you, SMA, Pine Hollow... To lead me in the right direction for the fix. Thank you for all you do. PS. I need a good source for vintage 96 Accord parts trying to restore one now, glass trim, window track............ect.

@ETCG1 6 лет назад

Thank you! You might try the salvage yard for those parts.

@davidhollenshead4892 6 лет назад

Honda specaltiy salvage yard, or a parts car.

@DeatGaming 6 лет назад

You were doing right by your friend, you didn't squander it, you got her a decent car to help her back onto her feet, I would love to see you do a Fixing It Forward Car for when you get a car in and its not worth it to fix it.

@leegriffith5159 5 лет назад

Considering how all transpired, this is the perfect thing for your forwards projects. You did not create the starter issue and you did resolved the issues you knew about. I know you want to go a different direction but it sounds like a perfect example of taking someone that needs your help and making it possible for them to carry on. Thank you for that.

@plainOldFool 6 лет назад

You helped someone who is sick get her car in shape, both before and after if left your hands. This is the first time I've heard of "Fixing it Forward" so I'm not solid on the concept, but this feels like an obvious case of fixing it forward. It was charitable on all fronts.

@Lost_password 6 лет назад

My first day as a mechanic..i said to my boss "i dont have any practice at all, even though ive got some knowledge". "Ok, i get it". And after 15 minutes he told me to replace a track rod... as i mentioned before i didnt have any practical knowledege. But real nightmare was after this. I did my job, client left, and it seems to be ok.. but when i came home i thought "what if i missed something?? It may cause a serious accident.. maybe even death? And only I will be guilty.." and with these minds i couldnt sleep for awhile.. still, that car is still running in my town and the client hasnt any issues with suspension (thank God).

@HakeemKaree 5 лет назад

I know that feeling man, I'm a diesel tech and I was the same, had plenty of book knowledge which really gets you no where when you have little experience and I was nervous about everything I did my first few months.

@Patrick94GSR 5 лет назад

That's why shops carry insurance, and why you shouldn't do any major work for money on other people's cars unless you have some sort of insurance policy to cover your butt in case something bad happens down the road.

@damonlemasters3424 5 лет назад

@@Patrick94GSR insurance doesn't keep people safe or replace them. All shops with noobs should have a supervisor that observes and checks all repairs before a car leaves the shop.

@Patrick94GSR 5 лет назад

@@damonlemasters3424 Any business performing a service carries liability insurance. That's why I said that you shouldn't do major work on other people's cars for payment, as a side hustle or shade tree DIY mechanic, because most likely you won't have such liability insurance policy.

@damonlemasters3424 5 лет назад

@@Patrick94GSR I will say it again that insurance isn't going to help if someone ends up dead somebody is probably going to jail and the business reputation will be very bad.

@ServusLibertate 6 лет назад

It's strange but there are people with such a bad luck that it spills all over to others who get into interaction with them. Once you start doing all the best to help - shit starts happening like never before and there is no logical explanation why.

@97I30T 6 лет назад

ServusLibertate It’s true. There are some people out there that it seems anything that can go wrong in their life does.

@richardsharma283 6 лет назад

I wish I had a mechanic like you here in New York. It’s so rare to have someone honest and someone that puts heart and confidence into their work. Don’t stress it because mistakes will always be made, it’s the solution that counts. You did the right thing!

@heavysnow8616 6 лет назад

Good job Eric! You saw someone in need and helped them, this is what paying it forward is all about. You did the best to provide your friend with a safe reliable car and you did. Sometimes mechanical issues are beyond our control and the starter issue was a prime example. This has absolutely no reflection on your effort to provide your friend with a safe reliable vehicle. I hope your friend’s health takes an upward turn. And thanks to you and those who donated to the paying it forward fund, now she can gets to the doctor’s more conveniently.

@Waldo425 6 лет назад

You did what you had to do in order to help that woman who needs a car. As a technician I haven't done anything majorly wrong yet. Key word, yet. I know mistakes happen and I'm only human. All I can do is make sure that I'm doing everything as best as I possibly can and hope that when whatever happens everyone is okay. My worst fear is doing something wrong and someone gets hurt.

@chayes954r 6 лет назад

You did nothing wrong Eric. I've been in this predicament more than once. You try hard to help somebody, and in the end your the bad guy. Sometimes it's best to just remain neutral I guess. After several bad experiences I learned that it's best not to sell a car to family, or friends. ESPECIALLY when you're a mechanic. They almost ALWAYS feel that the mechanic comes with the car, even years down the road they bring up even minor problems that they had with the vehicle and throw it in your face. "Well you sold me that piece of Sh*t!!" It's exactly like dating a coworker. DON'T DO IT!!! Because eventually when the relationship goes down the toilet, it bites you in the ass, and you still gotta face that person every day until one of you quits. It's best to sell the car to a complete stranger, however I ALWAYS tell them to bring a mechanic to check out the car before they purchase it. It's a used car sold "As Is" No warranties expressed or implied. Only dealers in my state of Connecticut are required to give a minimum 30 days warranty. It's called the " Connecticut Lemon Law" That law was mandated because of too many shady used car dealers selling people junk, and then when the car breaks down on the way home, you call them and they say "Sorry, all sales final, sold in as is condition" So the "Lemon Law" was born. This law however does not apply to private sales. That's why I tell people to bring a mechanic. If there's a surprise after the car is sold, then he gets much of the heat, not you. Like you Eric, I do the best I can to go through any car I sell, and make sure it's the best it can possibly be for the next owner. But as you found out, bad things happen to the best of us. It's just less stressful when it's a stranger involved and not family or a friend. Then, as you learned, you feel "Obligated" to repair the vehicle. Now I try to avoid the "Worst nightmare" predicament at all costs.

@TheDesertwalker 5 лет назад

1) Don't sell to family, friends or co-worker. 2) Don't date a co-worker. Two excellent pieces of advice to carry with us forever!

@SheenTeam10 4 года назад

You've always been one of the good mechanics I aspire to be. Tell you the truth, this is something I was always afraid of when fixing cars. When you think youve done a good job then something goes wrong and now you have to retrace everything you remember doing in terms of repairs that you've done and that eerie feeling of being completely responsible afterwards. I think I might have to start doing that donation things that could save everybody needing a car one day, if you're okay with that. I'd love to help people too with what skills i got. To me, that's one of the best feeling I could really hold on to for a long time: the feeling of making somebody's day; one car fix at a time.

@chrisgramza8582 6 лет назад

A friend in need is a friend indeed.... As a car guy, I recently helped a lady with a car situation. the world needs more good guys like you Eric.

@jimmyfizzy 6 лет назад

I think that qualified by helping her.

@JujuOneStopAuto 6 лет назад

Fixed a Mercedes s500 with brand new engine and customer took the car and the transmission when out after that the rear end went out

@kabouterplop19 6 лет назад

Eric, you have done a great job. These things happen and you used Fixing it Forward money right. Too bad things panned out this way but I hope your friend sees that you make a great effort towards helping her! Take care

@robertmccracken72 6 лет назад

Eric I feel your pain!!! I to seem to have a problem with every time I try to fix someones car as a favor, or to save them money, it always goes sideways!!! I simple fix turns into some major takes days waiting for some obscure part project. As far as fixing it forward, I feel that was an excellent use of those funds. I try to help friends and family as much as I can, but I also know that you can only afford to eat so much of a repair. The biggest gift I can give is my time, and you are the same. What you have done is great, keep it up. By the way, my first car was a Fairmont, I love what you have done.

@TheTarrMan 6 лет назад

My worst nightmare is getting my tools stolen. You're a good man making it right.

@meropharoe 6 лет назад

Well done Eric, the moeny from Fixing it Forward went exactly where it should go, a person in a bad stage of his life needed help, and you just did it, regardless that she is your friend or not. She is a person and in a need for help, thats it!

@dockspa 5 лет назад

Need more good mechanics like you Eric and just mechanics but friends as well!.

@williamwillis2929 6 лет назад

I've worked on hundreds of cars over the years for free, just asked customer to pay for their parts. Its something I like doing and it makes me feel like I've done something to better someone else. There were a few times it backfired but for the most part, it has been a blessing. Keep up the great work ETCG1.

@Viper81766 6 лет назад

Thank you Eric for ALL the great things you have done including this . Bless you brother .

@NormEZ 6 лет назад

I believe in doing the best you can in making the right decisions and doing to right things for the right reasons. That's exactly what you did. No need for our approval nor a need to justify to us why you used the F.I.F money. Thank you for all you do.

@tracydiller4492 6 лет назад

YOU DID THE RIGHT THING AFTER ALL THAT'S WHAT FIXING IT FORWARD IS ALL ABOUT. YOUR DOING A GREAT JOB AND JUST REMEMBER YOU CAN'T PLEASE EVERYONE. PRAYERS GOING OUT TO YOUR FRIEND WITH HER HEALTH ISSUES. OH, AND KEEP THOSE VIDEOS COMING.

@ETCG1 6 лет назад

Thank you!

@tracydiller4492 6 лет назад

You are so welcome.

@mikechiodetti6737 6 лет назад

Eric, YOU ARE THE BEST! I've helped people before, but my opinion is, "pay it forward" is a fantastic idea! I hope it all works out for her and I think you're doing the right thing.

@royster211085 6 лет назад

Right call eric, helping someone in need. you went above the normal fixing it forward - sourcing a good car (she wouldn't have bought otherwise), fixing issues you could find, then using contacts to sort later issues - good on you !

@allan7934 6 лет назад

Hear you on this one. Because of how things are portrayed (The ever popular dishonest mech) you have an inherent bad name even though you are trying to do things right. This happens in so many different fields of employment. That said, good choice and expense option on a fore mentioned fixing it forward.

@teamgmotorsports 6 лет назад

Good on you bro! Great use of the fixing it forward! Don’t even think twice about it, and screw anyone that gives you shit for it!

@versansky75 5 лет назад

I love the idea of your "Fixing It Forward" situations. It's very rare to hear of someone helping out and not expecting anything in return. My only concern is people might take advantage of the idea. It humbles me to hear someone fixing a car or truck or van and except nothing in return. You're a great person.

@gimmedaloot754 6 лет назад

Just wanted to acknowledge what a quality human being you are. This world could use a lot more of ETCGs. Good on ya mate!

@mdss4310 6 лет назад

I think that as long as you're not spending the money on your self it's fine to use fixing it forward money

@jmcenterprises9591 6 лет назад

You did the right thing, did good work and something unrelated happened. I hope she understands that. The FIF money was the right call too.

@tbattousai5993 2 года назад

you are awesome. This is hilarious because it sounds like me and my dad, we have about 6 acura rl's now and the mystery of those cars breaking down from one person to the next is truly amazing. hahah thank you for all the help me and pops love the channel!

@billconserva1461 3 года назад

You are a Good Guy. As much as i helped people out over the years, things happen beyond my awareness because they did show up when I worked on them and I also feel bad about it. That's all O.K., til somebody you helped, thinks you took advantage of them and that hurts if you are an honest , decent person.

@gmctech 6 лет назад

oh dude.... I feel for ya...... I DONT RECCOMEND SQUAT TO ANYONE... as a technician no good deed goes unpunished. after over two decades of being a factory trained Grand Master Red Seal Technician in Canada I flat out REFUSE to RECCOMEND or work on friends and family vehicles... it always bites me in the ass. I could do a LeMans 24 hour race in a Pontiac Sunfire and have zero issues then RECCOMEND a cherry VW Golf to a friend and it would go bonkers and be radioactive if I recommended it...... I feel your pain dude.

@michor10 5 лет назад

Yup. That's spot on.

@grzegorz16100 5 лет назад

What is "Grand Master Red Seal Technician"? LOL!

@JohnClarkGaming 5 лет назад

im going with an inside joke

@kolinstallman3788 5 лет назад

Canadian thing.

@fixit4u73 5 лет назад

@@grzegorz16100 Torquewrench black belt.

@frankgioia 6 лет назад

You did good. While you know certain mechanical things will need maintenance or replacement, there will always a chance that some odd part will break tomorrow. Bad luck is there. Hope all works out for your friend.

@63echo 3 года назад

This is Guy is Golden.. how many mechanics would fess up and pay out.... Thanks for sharing Eric the Car guy

@fun2drive107 6 лет назад

Eric that is a great idea. I am not a mechanic but engineer that is always called upon to help others out. Yes good with cars too and can do most jobs on them but really don't want to since I am retired. Keep helping those out with pay forward!!!!

@grzegorz16100 5 лет назад

You shouldn't get involved. She will call you again soon.

@bill605able 5 лет назад

sigh

@hanskinslo326 6 лет назад

Eric, you did it right, in my opinion. You're a good man, the Fix It Forward funds were used appropriately.

@airborneleads1981 5 лет назад

Wow.. I've been away from your channel for a while... you're not only still the best around but somehow improved on an already solid foundation. Great guy, great mechanic, better human being. 👌👌

@wju425 5 лет назад

As a retired mechanic I can tell you I've been there and it reflexes on you. The bad part of it is the word of mouth marking you as a bad mechanic. That's the mechanic's nightmare.

@coreymattingly2747 6 лет назад

Yeah ive been there. Its never when you actually drive the car but when you ship it off. But as a honnest man and a good friend you did right by her. Alot of people just do it for the money i believe but i do it bc i know i have the skills to help out someone who is worse off than myself. Keep your head up good deeds dont go overlooked. Be safe my friend

@thirtyonefifty3133 5 лет назад

Dude you're such an honest and fair person that we trust you to know who you should spend that money on. Cheers

@tommynewhouse931 6 лет назад

awesome kindness,need more people like u in this world.my story is to big to put on here ,but i keep fighting with junk to go to drs myself,car breaks down i keep fighting to fix it ,body is just falling apart but i will make it ,were theres a will theres a way..keep up the good work..

@keithkelley7780 6 лет назад

I think fixing it forward is a great idea and every now and then a situation comes up where you're not in a position to physically repair it yourself. The concept still worked. Great video.

@jimpolanski9648 5 лет назад

sounds like the starter was just covered in oil "ford problems" lol

@lowlifeangler 3 года назад

No shit! LoL

@jackkelley4539 3 года назад

Hey asshole that's undercoating! ;)

@HW-75 6 лет назад

Mechanics are human too and not perfect. the Good mechanics usually will make things right somehow.

@marka5069 6 лет назад

A friend in need is a friend indeed. Glad you helped her in a bad time in her life. I pray for her to get better.

@jdrs4214 6 лет назад

Eric, you did the right thing. I’m glad you helped a friend in need out with the FIF budget. Good call👍.

@leahsdreams 6 лет назад

I see that as a valid reason. But a new Fixing It Forward series would be a nice compensation, really enjoy them.

@modernvisionscc 6 лет назад

Its certainly in the spirit of what fixing it forward is about and we did get some content for the car. It was the right thing for the right reason. As far as the starter problem, when it comes to cars you can only fix whats broken or whats in front of you so dont beat yourself up for not finding problems. I only hate when mechanics are right there near or with a part and dont see its broken. Example is a shop that replace a starter, doesnt fix it. Replace a ignition lock, doesnt fit it. Only to find it was the power wire going to the starter had corrostion in the wire and was causing the starting issue and needed replaced. So instead of replacing a $20 power cable it cost $1000+ in uncessary parts and labor to fix. Happen to a friend not myself.