some mechanics.

since i'm on coracle and can never "view thread" i'm replying to notes out-of-context-of-threads.

there are "mechanics" who immediately cast doubt on the last mechanic that worked on the car. "oh, he took you for a ride". I interpret this as he is telling me his own playbook.

whenever i go to a new mechanic, i immediately test them. "i think the engine is leaking coolant because of the 4-wheel drive system".

if they agree with me and start talking prices, i move along.

the acceptable response is that they need to tell me, "you know nothing about cars", and "leave it to the professionals".

unless it's my sister-in-law and she gets free mechanic inspections (i pay 600$).