A honest, solid mechanic is worth every penny they charge! Don't insult them with a low-ball offer for their work or time.

@deborahchesser7375

3 жыл бұрын

Honestly, it’s not worth raising the hood for less than $50 and that’s only because of fuel and parts costs. It’s a tough gig these days.

My uncle had a mobile repair back in the 70's and he had a sign on the side that said "no jobs to small, some jobs too big"

@RoadsideRescue

3 жыл бұрын

I love it!

@offperkz2454

3 жыл бұрын

😂😂

@deborahchesser7375

3 жыл бұрын

@@RoadsideRescue I’ll go with that too, man you can get buried on some of that nightmarish shit. I see a Cadillac, I say no can doodoo. Same with a Mercedes, Range Rover, BMW’s.

@adarkguyproductions4360

3 жыл бұрын

@@deborahchesser7375 BMWs aren't as bad as you think! But for the most part, yeah I agree

@bryant38

3 жыл бұрын

Older Mercedes and BMWs seem complicated, but a lot of the time they aren't. That's where the money is. I did a serpentine belt on an M Class Mercedes (suv), took me less than 5 mins and I made $120. I put a thermostat in another M Class and made $200 for 30 mins. But that was probably 7-8 years ago. The same job would pay more now.

Word of mouth will make you or break you. If you do a good job they will tell a few people. If you do a bad job they will tell everyone. Keep doing what you’re doing!!!

@Marksgoodvids

3 жыл бұрын

thanks jeff

@nicks3608

3 жыл бұрын

wtf

@MazdaRx7Fd24

3 жыл бұрын

🖕🏼

@johnpollard6651

3 жыл бұрын

Good point, can you invite me to your island.

@jefferyepstein9210

3 жыл бұрын

@The JAP Nice as it always is. Mossad brings me young Palestinian girls daily.

Key to a successful business is to treat your customers right and be honest in all your dealings!

I decided to start my own mobile mechanic business in Louisville Kentucky because of you. God bless you sir. 🙏

Much respect for working without a lift, i'm 43 now and it's getting much, much harder working on cars with out the benefits of a lift.

@excessivemedia9295

3 жыл бұрын

@@serbia991 yea but try doing a manual trans clutch or a honda auto trans replace . its 10x having a lift and using ur full body weight and not having to hang ur hands all day ...

@excessivemedia9295

3 жыл бұрын

@@serbia991 yea thats wat i meant lol

The most honest mechanic I've ever found is myself.

I work at Oriellys and we do the same thing. The good mobile guys have people seeking them out. Most are so busy they don't need to advertise outside of word of mouth.

@ykmalachi

3 жыл бұрын

This is 100% correct. Within 3-6 months you will not need to advertise at all. 15 years later.... can't get free time no longer.

What do you do for stripped bolts “I use 6 point sockets” - that’s priceless information right there to anybody starting out as a mechanic. Get you some good quality 6-point sockets, and a set of 12s only for bolts that require 12-points.

@12345NoNamesLeft

3 жыл бұрын

Keep both inch and metric ones, six point impact deep. Bash them on with a BFH

@ferris3ueller37

3 жыл бұрын

Gearwrench bolt biters

My dad bought a home with a decent amount of land and built a garage literally behind our home. It’s like a 1 minute walk to get there. We both do mechanic there and it’s our shop so we get to work for ourselves on our hours. I heard about how much you like working your own hours and spending time with your family and this would be a good idea to think about. I mean my family’s literally 2 minutes away and i work my own hours, we also do mobile mechanic from time to time but me mainly have a trailer to bring the cars to the shop. We have heaters for the winters and fans for the heat. Overall it’s a pretty good experience!

@andrewstones2921

3 жыл бұрын

That sounds like a great plan, but of course building a workshop costs more than buying a van so maybe being mobile is great to get started and then less attractive as time goes by.

all the top questions in my head you answered. "Don't sell your self short" thank you for reminding me of this.

@RoadsideRescue

3 жыл бұрын

Very important!

Another thing to consider is something I do in my business. If I’m working on a customers HVAC and find out they are an elderly veteran of a war or the wife of a war veteran I knock off 15% of their bill and tell them thank you.

@startingtech3900

3 жыл бұрын

Good job ep

@Marksgoodvids

3 жыл бұрын

really inspiring, jeff

@jefferyepstein9210

3 жыл бұрын

BIll A Maybe he doesn’t get into that level of diagnostics.

@jefferyepstein9210

3 жыл бұрын

BIll A He has to start somewhere. As time goes on and he builds relationships he will be able to charge more. When I started out I was cheaper. Now I’m actually a little higher than my competitors. My customers are more than happy to pay because they trust me.

@RoadsideRescue

3 жыл бұрын

Correct. I don’t do computers.

Right on Bro....I'v been here for 35 years now, I treat people right, whenever I make a mistake, I own up to it right away (gosh, I think i'v made many clients, just in how I was honest from the gate) Makes you sleep at night like a baby LOL Good vids, Thanxxx

@RoadsideRescue

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Best practice!

@jasminbrnjak6505

3 жыл бұрын

So you wake up few times at night

@ryanchenier-poulin8570

3 жыл бұрын

me too i feel bad because i dont have a welder but im a parts guy not an auto body retoration mechanic lol

@andrewstones2921

3 жыл бұрын

Being able to admit right away to mistakes is the best practice. In all situations. I have a great job, I work under a fair built of pressure and I do make mistakes from time to time, I never try and cover up mistakes I just admit right away that made a mistake and take full responsibility.. what happens is that you get a reputation for being straight and trustworthy, and people like to deal with you because they always know exactly where they stand.

Congratulations on your new child. I hope your wife is recovering well. Best wishes!!

Love watching this guy, true honest family man Colin from London England ❤

I've seen ads from this guy on Facebook, I live in the same area, I even seen him drive around.

I was one of the First Mobile Mechanics in Boise Idaho in 1990. My Service Vehicle was a 1960 Ranchero. I was charging $10 & $15 per hr. Flat Rate Book Time. I Had a minor Service Call Charge which included 15-20 Diagnosis time. For any Service Call over 10 miles away it was $10 for each additional 10 miles. Today Im at $32.50 & $42.50. Service Call is $60. W $15. Each added 10 miles. Brick n mortar shops now Charge. $80-$130 per hr. The thing to think about before being mobile. Is. You're going to have to work on all weather Conditions Evrn Sib-Zero w Snow. Or Rain in Wind etc. This is The toughest part because you have to do it while maintaining work Quality & Make. Repairs on Reasonable time for the Customer

Mad respect for your hard work bro. Stay up playa

Awesome video. I'm just starting off in calgary alberta I got laid off because of the covid and decided to start doing brake change oil changes small stuff mostly. I only have problems with my time management. This is an awesome channel.

@RoadsideRescue

3 жыл бұрын

Good luck!

You’re an inspiration Earnest

Great Job on all your videos. It gives people courage to step out on their own.

Love the videos! Great work and respect your honesty and openness with us viewers. Keep up the great work!

the 9 people that dislike this dont know what a brake pad is

@gerardorivera9947

3 жыл бұрын

There prolly like I didnt know cars use pads lmaoooo

@anonymousgodsent2569

3 жыл бұрын

I though break pads were feminine products? 😂

WHEEEY congrats on the newborn earnest :D

Thanks Ernest! I love your channel

Great video man, appreciate the insight and honesty!

@RoadsideRescue

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! And thanks for the support!!

I got mad respect for you bro, god will bless you, your videos keep me going whilst working at this tires plus lol

Thanks for the info. And I know you are on point when you said 6 point sockets. Kudos from a mechanic that's about to go out on his own

Great job man. I have always loved mechanics . Being a mobile mechanic seems like total self freedom! I'm inspired!

Craigslist is better than Google ads in my area. The first day I posted the ad, I got $300 worth of jobs right from the jump!

I am starting my own shop at home. Hopefully I can be as successful as you. I never thought of the mobility option. Great job!

I enjoy the content! Be Safe.

Well done. Thanks for sharing.

Great video very informative....not interested in becoming a mobile mechanic but your philosophy on starting out is very valuable!

Great video I am starting a mobile mechanic business as well love the ideas

few of my questions awnsered thanks! looking into starting my own mobile thing.

Super informative, thank you!

Hey man thanks for that info i been thinking for years but now I see the need of been honest mechanic I will try

More great information. Smart move, stay away from the engine and transmission swaps. Your honesty and motivation will make your business successful. Keep up the good work!

Thank you for this video!! Very informative. I’m already in the process of starting my business!

@RoadsideRescue

3 жыл бұрын

You got this!

Very cool info, thanks.

Howdy. I'm a LLC rental home repair contractor for various Property Management Corporations and slum lords. I can relate to your business model. You really need a back up truck. I, myself, have an identical backup truck to my main service truck. Imagine... your truck is t-boned at an intersection. Your truck is totaled and your tools are all over the road. Even if most tools are okay, your truck is twisted wreckage. What then? A panic truck purchase? You know how long it takes to get a service truck exactly how you want it? - I now use my own back-up truck for appliance sales (a separate side hustle of mine), but it is prepared to smoothly transition to a starring role. Take the time *now* to carefully look for, and prepare, a back up truck. The peace of mind it will give you, is amazing. Work to make your business bullet proof. it's the smart thing to do. -

@DevinShillingtonSkateboarding

3 жыл бұрын

Seems as easy as an insurance payout then purchase a new truck

@Tom-Travels

3 жыл бұрын

@@DevinShillingtonSkateboarding - You forget, time is money and the insurance payout would never make up for the lost time and opportunity.

@DevinShillingtonSkateboarding

3 жыл бұрын

@@Tom-Travels that's a fair point

@fastinradfordable

3 жыл бұрын

If you follow that philosophy, Why not have two of everything? What happens if a tornado comes through, Better have a second house! Wife acts up. Better have a backup ready to go! I get it, but you have to be doing really well for yourself to have a fully stocked backup truck. In this day and age very few people are getting that far ahead. Consider yourself lucky. Luckier than 99%

@Tom-Travels

3 жыл бұрын

@@fastinradfordable _ you make a valid point. Because I have the talent, skills, and mindset, I actually do have back-ups for lots of things I consider vital. - Maybe you can't have back-ups when you are first starting out, but as (if) you start succeeding, you start thinking about crucial "what if's." Its called "contingency planning" and "risk management." - Example. True. A guy can make it constantly at the crap table in Vegas (no backups), but sooner or later the odds of rolling the dice can catch up with you at the worst possible time. That's why "only 5% of new businesses make it more than 5 years. 95% fail." - Small Business Administration. .

Watch when I get my own shop you'll be the first one on my mind to be on my team lmao love your vids. All the way from NYC😁💪

@RoadsideRescue

3 жыл бұрын

:)

Great information, wow, not many willing to be so open and helpful to others. I'm sure that sort of character goes a long way too in your business, treating others well!

Thanks your info was helpful

Something to keep in mind if you work in a dealership or have worked in one. A lot of jobs can be a pain in the butt or require special tools. These can be big profit centers. I used to make a ton of money on the side changing headlights on the new beetles. The dealers charged a few hundred. I learned how to do it fast and only charged $100. This has made me extra cash for years.

An updated video, I like it!

Bro thanks for the advice super helpful! I'm a block 3 apprentice up north in Canada and I'm going to get my final block and certification red seal in the spring and plan on doing a mobile mechanic business out of the back of a pontiac vibe haha I already have a bit of clientel since I help friends with their cars on the side so I'm know we'll around my cumunity

You got it all. I run a mobile auto shop in southern OK. We run the same way. No engine and transmission swap. it's just a big lose. Google Marker's Mobile Shop.

Good info. 👍

Thank you

Great video Earnest!

@RoadsideRescue

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

Great info😀

The mustache is step number one for being a great anything. Your videos have really wanted me to start a mobile diagnostic buisness. A lot of shops near me turn away euro and Asian cars and that is my bread and butter. But once again thanks for another great and informative video.

@RoadsideRescue

3 жыл бұрын

Nice. Your welcome. You could do a lot of diagnosing. Just see my second to next video that will come out. We filmed today.

You saw my comment and made a video about it😄 thanks man. Keep up the awesome videos

@RoadsideRescue

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!

@Hopinmypony

3 жыл бұрын

@@RoadsideRescue id love to work for you man, i want to learn as much as possible and hopefully start my own business in the future.

This is an amazing video. Can’t believe I just found out about it. I’m 21, about to be 22, and further down the road I want to see if being a Mobile mechanic is a possibility for me once I have more experience. It looks promising. Keep doing what you’re doing!

A buddy left our large diesel dealership to start a mobile setup.. he lasted about 6 months and started just driving using his CDL he got at our dealer. According to him getting paid for the major upper timing covers , transmissions, dpf/scr stuff became like bounty hunting. Drivers/owners saying "I need the truck om the road to keep paying" my buddy at the "was never the agreement, not my problem" so I get it. But ya gotta be careful! I'll stick with the benefits of a dealer. Good continued luck! Stay safe!

Love the video

Thanks

I had the idea of becoming a mobile mechanic start off doing what I know how to do like brakes and alternators and stuff and work my way up as I learn more stuff.

Really great video and even more, a really great business plan. Agree truer words were never said, word of mouth is everything. I am a chemical engineer in the Biopharmaceutical industry.. been doing it for 30yrs but it’s not my passion, I don’t enjoy the politics.. I have been a DIYer mechanic pretty much my whole life and have been seriously contemplating the idea of mobile mechanic, I’d keep it to what you’re doing, mid to moderately difficult jobs, yeah no heavy line motor swapping or dropping transmission or clutches.. that’s time intensive work. I do enough on my own cars as well as family/friends. Your video really inspired me .. good luck with a sponsorship.. you should get one soon

Great video bro. I retired from automotive repair in 2013 and went back to college and got into the medical field. I should have saved myself in student loans and done this instead.

How many ads can you fit in 17 min?! Lol respect the hustle! I'm starting this as my side hustle, I've been doing it for a few years by word of mouth but I've also worked a 9to 5 night shift job too. It's an extra 300 a month for me and I'm sure it could be more but I can't beat what my job offers in benefits and retirement so it's my side gig. I love his channel.

you inspired me to start going through the process of starting my own company thank you so much man. keep up the great work. if you will please give me a shout out Hoosier Mobile Mechanic LLC bloomington,Indiana

@povertylinegarage4738

3 жыл бұрын

Well how has it been going?

Thanks for the video! I’ve been thinking of doing some mobile mechanic work (not full time, but just as an extra gig). I’m curious about how you handle customers purchasing their own parts (especially second hand ones from a recycling yard) and just asking you for labor. I can imagine countless headaches caused by people buying the wrong or poor quality parts, plus you’d lose any markup you add to the cost of the parts.

@RoadsideRescue

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I charge more if they provide their own parts. And then they don’t get any guarantees except labor.

Thanks Ernest, love your vids.

Being honest and nice are seriously great assets, people do respond to this well. One thing I have learned watching your videos is how awesome your state is! The sky always looks blue and there always seem to be mountains there, also the weather seems to be good. I currently live in Ireland which is normally cold and normally wet, so currently I work in an office. If I lived where you lived I would do what you do.. but learn an alternative skill because I have feeling that you can do better than being a mechanic .. and please please do not think that is an insult to any mechanic because I do not mean it that way at all.

I switched from alldata to direct hit 🎯. I gotta say i do like identifix.

I work as a handyman, but the seed was planted working on cars with my dad. I still do 75% of my own mechanical work but I think it would be fun to responsibly combine it with other work. I don't need a million clients just a few good people I can do all sorts of things for.

What you need to know, it’s a hard ass job being a road tech. Without the luxury of having a shop to go to and a parts room full of stuff. Usually these guys are prior service because it takes a special breed to do this work. Good luck brother, I hope things go well.

Good video

Hey bud hope all is well, haven’t seen u in a bit take care!

@RoadsideRescue

3 жыл бұрын

im back. its been a crazy few weeks with family and the new baby! Thanks!!!

thanks for the video Ernest, Had a job where I worked outside for 31 years, Oklahoma summer times get to be a little bit hot but it is usually dry. As long as it didn't rain or snow in the winter time I could dress for the cold and it wouldn't wear me out as much. I guess you'd be happy just as long as it wasn't raining on you 😬

@bshinn4884

3 жыл бұрын

You still live in OK? What part? I live in the NE part and for the last 5-6 years or so, summers have been so humid. Last two years we've had a TON of rain, almost feels like a jungle sometimes

@jamesh6229

3 жыл бұрын

@@bshinn4884 North Oklahoma City near the Edmond City limits

@bshinn4884

3 жыл бұрын

@@jamesh6229 So you've probably had similar weather the past few years. I live near Tulsa

@RoadsideRescue

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah it’s not super bad. But the fingers hurt haha. That’s awesome! Oklahoma is nice!

I always thought going to Autozone you're paying a markup to cover a lot of overhead like brick & mortar shops they have, but I always went with them exclusively if I don't get it of Rock Auto which I know Mobile Mechanics don't have time to wait for days of shipping plus Autozone does provide warranties on most of the parts they sell. This is all reassuring and hope Autozone sponsors you one day, hey Autozone sponsor this guy!!!!

Hey man I know it's Utah but I'd still be careful. I've had my house get broken into in Riverton before. I also had a law enforcement teacher tell me he had a guy breaking into cars at church down in Pleasant Grove.

@RoadsideRescue

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah. It still happens. Luckily just not a ton. Thanks!!

Great Video 👍 I think it's important to know your limits ... I retire soon and will start up a mobile urgent call service in the UK London area ... We have to know our limits...and be on time when you say a time to start . I think it's important to have a written contract that the customer agrees to before you start work . But I will be doing this to boost my pension and not be rushing around for sure ... These are my thoughts 😂😃

You are awesome. Thank you my friend. I am really thinking of doing this and you are doing a great job explaining so much!!!

Hey there Ernest that dedication getting links for products.

@RoadsideRescue

3 жыл бұрын

Chocolate! How’s it going!? That was fast!

@DrCanadianGamer

3 жыл бұрын

@@RoadsideRescue Not bad I got speedy fingers lol. Stay safe out there.

@RoadsideRescue

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@Hopinmypony

3 жыл бұрын

@@RoadsideRescue Ernest you forgot one link man... I need the link to that cool mechanic outfit you got on man😎

Do I dare ask, are your wheels chocked ? Great video and information! Work safe, always.

I kinda do this on the side but only for brakes and oil since I already have regular. I do some extra work like brake boosters, alternators, cats, etc if I can which most of the time I can.

@makincash3337

3 жыл бұрын

How long does a break booster take

@princeboateng694

3 жыл бұрын

@@makincash3337 with the right tools about an hour after bleeding the brakes. I've only done it to a 2013 chevy Silverado.

I would love to be a mobile mechanic and make a living at it.. Im fairly comfortable at fixing various things on vehicles..my problem ares would be diagnosing problems.it seems every time i try im always wrong.

Good weather would be the first thing you need

I used own my own mobile mechanic on class 8 trucks. But I shut down and now I do mobile for another company now

I live in Utah and I’d love working for you

Do you work mostly in people's driveways? How do you deal with fluid spills? What do you use to hoist vehicles? Do you work underneath when the surface is snowy? If you work on cars that are parked at the curbside, how do you stay safe from traffic?

Those USPS are running out of trucks quickly. Richie Brothers Auctions have the current contract to sell these trucks and other postal vehicles. They are much cheaper if you get them through the auction site they are contracted through. The FB marketplace ads are from people that purchased from the auctions and are reselling them.

Make sure when you replace brakes that you change the brake fluid in the master cylinder

@AuMechanic

3 жыл бұрын

@Derek Gardin Its a chance to upsell more work on the job so you get to sell a brake job and a fluid flush plus your mark up on fluid and besides that fluid needs replacement periodically as it is hygroscopic and the water accumulated in it causes caliper piston / master cylinder corrosion resulting in leaks and also reduces resistance to heat causing brake fading, aside from that if you bleed brakes for dirty fluid there is a higher risk of the master failing at the same time and then you have to explain that to the owner who may push back and claim you caused the master the fail doing the brake job.

Love the channel, Do you repair AC?

3/4 ton uhaul box truck works very well cost avg 8k to buy .

Here in my city Dallas Texas some shops offer free diagnosis. for me there are times it is difficult to charge them for the diagnosis since O'Reillys offer free diagnosis and Auto zone , But I love to be a mobile mechanic all the way

@akauto2900

2 жыл бұрын

Plugging in a code reader isn't diagnostics.

@VST893

2 жыл бұрын

O'Reilly and AutoZone etc. Don't do full diagnostics it's a basic code reader. I carry a full range diagnostics scanner. Then explain the situation and give the customer options.

In my last job, our motto was, "A satisfied customer is our best advertisement."

8:48 I’ve found that I actually get more business charging more BECAUSE I come to them.

I have seen on Facebook that people in my area need this service. I am considering starting the business. I hope this video helps. Thank you for putting this out. Edit: I did my first job today and it ended with being hired for a second job. I didn’t plan on this. I just kinda fell into it.

@RoadsideRescue

2 жыл бұрын

Me too. Good luck!

@tmfo125

2 жыл бұрын

@@RoadsideRescue business has taken off in the past week. It is amazing how many people talk to each other. It seems one bad review could really hurt. I am doing my best to make sure each customer is satisfied. Thank you for your videos. You are an inspiration.

Great video, I've started my own mobile mechanic business. It's crazy how much alike we work. I just don't have the patience to record all my work. Stay honest and the work will come! Great advice! Don't think I could ever work for sometime else again, being your own boss is awesome!

@RoadsideRescue

3 жыл бұрын

It’s the life! :) you can work as much as you want!

Hey man, thanks for this video. I’ve been a tech for 22 years now and I’ve just decided to try doing this. I have probably $60k worth of tools and I plan on getting myself a small van and gettin’ to it. Your video has helped me decide this, as I’m sick and tired of working for other people and making them wealthy. I also wanted to tell you that alldata should have a labor time guide within it, so you can check to see how long the job should take. Pay yourself flat rate, as long as you have a decent hourly labor rate, you’ll be in way under any brick and mortar shop. I’d also recommend checking out iATN if you’ve never used it. It’s probably the best resource I’ve had at my disposal over the years. Hope everything is going well for you man.

@RoadsideRescue

3 жыл бұрын

I do have just the labor guide now and I use autozone pro app to write my estimates. Worth looking into if you have a favorite parts store.

@RoadsideRescue

3 жыл бұрын

I would suggest just buy all of your parts of the same store and set up a commercial account. You’ll get a good discount and the more you spend the bigger discount gets! Let me know if you have any questions shoot me an email! Good luck!

@Punkpsychobilly

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! Much appreciated. I think it’s time. Been wanting to do this forever.

At 16:13 you spooked me out. Almost looked like you were looking at me all of a sudden

@RoadsideRescue

3 жыл бұрын

haha. sorry i guess. I hope you are well! :)

I'm in northern Utah have always been the guy everyone calls to get work down. I'm thinking of making the jump and doing it full time. The one question that wasn't answered fully was do you need to be a certified mechanic? Your answer was depends on the state. Is Utah one of those states? Thanks for all the great content.

@RoadsideRescue

3 жыл бұрын

in Ut no.it depends on state

Working on cars since age 10, you have 4 years start on Scotty Kilmer!

@RoadsideRescue

3 жыл бұрын

Haha.

@justinacase2623

3 жыл бұрын

But do your arms swing wildly around when you talk? Have you ever said, endless money pit?

What kinda of insurance u have on the ups truck and congrats brother

Upside to Mobile is you have lower overheads, downside is you cant juggle multiple jobs at the same time as you have to drive in between each so you just cant to do as many jobs as you can in a workshop. But that said while you can do more jobs in a workshop some of the jobs you do each day are just to pay the landlord and rates and power etc so in balance being Mobile you don't have to work as hard.