That YouTube DIY guy nearly ruined a customer's engine

Overheard a customer at the counter talking about following a YouTube video to replace their timing belt. They skipped the crankshaft seal because the guy said "it's optional." I spent 20 minutes explaining why that's a $2000 mistake waiting to happen. Any of you guys have to fix jobs started by internet videos?

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the_leo4d ago

Dude, I watched a video where a guy insisted you can rebuild a transmission with just a screwdriver and a hammer. Three days later I was calling a real shop to fix my driveway art project. Some people really should put down the camera and pick up a manual.

pat7814d ago

My own truck's timing belt is held together with prayers and my questionable YouTube skills, so I'm definitely not judging from a high horse here. But man, skipping that seal is like trusting a YouTube chef who says "undercooked chicken is optional.

claire_grant344d ago

@pat781 did you actually trust a YouTube chef after that chicken thing or learn your lesson?