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A TikToker and auto technician, Menjicar, saved a woman nearly $1,000 by cleaning the throttle body of her 2020 Chevy Malibu instead of replacing it, as another shop had suggested. The other shop had quoted her over $1,000 for a new part and service she didn't need. Menjicar's honest approach and significantly lower charge of $100 for cleaning the part garnered praise from viewers.
Colorado car mechanic Jeff Capps left his job for an $80,000-a-year position at the US government-owned Amundsen-Scott South Pole research station in Antarctica, where temperatures often reach negative 60 and half of the year is in total darkness. Despite the extreme conditions and isolation, Capps enjoys the close-knit community at the station, legendary parties, and the opportunity to witness the Southern Lights. He and his partner, who also works at the station, have used their six months of downtime to travel the world and plan to return to work in Antarctica next year.
An experienced mechanic shares that he personally drives a 2015 Toyota Camry due to its reliability, fuel efficiency, and low maintenance requirements. The Camry has a strong track record for longevity and minimal repairs, making it a popular choice among car owners. However, the mechanic advises against owning a Dodge Dart, Volkswagen Beetle, or Ford Focus due to their reputation for being unreliable, requiring frequent repairs, and having lower safety ratings compared to other cars in their class. Additionally, the mechanic suggests avoiding brand new model designs as they often come with unforeseen problems and quirks.
Car dealer and Mercedes enthusiast Stathios Georgopoulos, along with mechanic Maciej Bakowski, have developed a conversion kit to transform a '90s Mercedes SL600 from automatic to manual transmission. The conversion, priced at $30,000, took eight months of research and development and includes using stock ECUs, a ZF GS6 gearbox, a custom clutch and flywheel, and a custom driveshaft. The goal was to create a factory-like driving experience, and the result is a manual V12 convertible that sounds like a Pagani for $60,000.
Dave Burnham, one of America's best Citroën mechanics and restorers, is looking for someone to take over his shop and carry on his legacy. Burnham has built his reputation through 40 years of dedication to the brand, and his shop is full of customer cars in various states of repair. He is willing to turn over the keys to someone who wants the opportunity, and all they need to do is commit to treating his customers right and pay Burnham a little rent every month.
The Druid class in Diablo 4 will have access to the Animal Spirits mechanic, which allows players to pick one of four different spirits at a time, each offering unique bonuses called Boons. Players can only have one Boon active at a time, but when they unlock all four spirits, they can have two active. An XP system lets players rank up each spirit, resulting in additional passive buffs. The Animal Spirit system is hoped to give the Druid class a much-needed boost.