I've been doing business with Canadian Tire over 10 years, easy. I mostly buy parts and hardware from their store, and from time to time I would use their auto service. Usually I would just get my alignments done at the shop.

However, after going for an alignment yesterday, I was told I couldn't get it done. I was told that many suspension components were worn out and broken; making alignment impossible.

Instead of paying for the alignment, I ended up paying *$57* for the bogus inspection. And on top of that, Canadian Tire was trying to get me to pay at least *$1,800* in auto repairs before they would do the alignment.

When I went home to check out their claims, I found 6 out of 7 claims to be complete bogus.

So I complained to the manager. I was told if the shop indeed made an incorrect diagnosis, I would only be refunded my money in full.

I told the manager I've been doing business with them for over 10 years, and now they pull a scam on me? I said they need to offer me more than just a refund. That's gas, and more time I have to spend to go back to correct their mistakes.

The manager refused to make a better deal.

So I said, "No deal."

Now you know how Canadian Tire treats you after doing 10 years of business with them. So there's my review of this so called "Local Establishment." They are nothing but crooks, and I wont ever use their Automotive Service Center again.

From now on I'm going to get my alignments done at other independent shops. Will also stop shopping for tires at Canadian Tire Auto. 

With this bitter experience, I think I'll slowly move to other stores for my hardware as well.

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Last video, I show how Canadian Tire Auto scammed me at the shop. I had to pay $57 to get my car back from them to tell me they couldn't do an alignment.

8 days later, I got my alignment done at another shop. Not only did they charge me less than what Canadian Tire charges, but they got the job done without any hassle!

In the end we see that: many of the suspension components Canadian Tire claimed, were at play or faulty was a misdiagnosis. Indeed, they were only trying to scam me out of more money to do more than one easy alignment.

Also will stop shopping for tires at Canadian Tire Auto as well.

Now you know how to spot scams like this one.

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*This is a last resort repair option*

If you've recently done a brake bleed/flush, but nothing you do fixes a spongy pedal, watch this video. 

Recently, I replaced my old front brake caliper due to a leaky bleeder screw. However, the brand new caliper I just bought was having the exact same issues. 

I spent 2 days and $50 on two brake fluid bottles to resolve a leaky brake system. However, nothing was working.

I didn't want to do more labor and remove the newly bought caliper to do an exchange at the store. So I just put in gasket sealer inside the bleeder threads to fix the issue. All you need to do is put a small amount around the top part of the bleeder screw (not all the way inside the system).

It's been over 5 months and brakes are working fine; still good braking power.

So if nothings working for you, this may help you.

But a better solution may have been to use an extra matching bleeder screw; which you can ask your parts store if they have some available.

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How to Start a Successful YouTube Channel: Grow Subscribers & Earn Monetization: https://skl.sh/3LeiQOO

If you’re thinking of creating your own Automotive YouTube channel, here are some good reasons to get into it. I’ll also show you how you can cut your own piece of the YouTube market as a complete beginner starting out.

First off, anyone can do this. All you’ve got to do is find what people aren’t posting about and make a video about it. 

Of course it would take time as a beginner to level up your mechanic skills, but you can advance your skills with each new video you create. 

But you might be asking, “isn’t there too much competition on YouTube to do repair videos?” Yes and no. Yes there might be a lot of competition for Automotive YouTube channels in general. But let me ask you this, “Are there channels specifically making repair videos for the car you’re driving? Can you make videos better than the next guy when it comes to your own make and model?”

For example. I own a 2011 KIA Sorento. At the time when I started recording repair videos, there weren’t many good 2011 kia sorento repair videos out there. Either they did a half ass job explaining how to fix things or they just told you what to do instead of showing you step by step.

This is where I entered. I took something people weren’t doing a good job of posting about and did it step by step when fixing my vehicle. Over time I grew subscribers and became monetized as I grew in skill.

So no it’s not high competition if you focus on the make and model that isn’t on YouTube. So if that’s you, here’s your chance to enter the market.

Besides YouTube clout, here’s a list of other good reasons to create your own channel:

- You can become monetized to start earning money while you sleep

- You can share your channel with employers to get hired as a mechanic

- You can create a side hustle to show future customers how you repair things

All these things have something in common; the potential to earn more freedom and income in your life.

Yes it will take time to develop the skills to become good at repairing vehicles. And there is a bit more to it than just posting things that are missing in the market to rank on YouTube.

So if you want to learn more I’ve got a course you can check out. It’ll show you how you can take your content and optimize it with keyword research, SEO, and basic tools you’ll need to get off on the right path.

I’ll even show you some case studies which include my channel so you can see real results as a beginner. 

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Although rare, it is possible to get started as a self employed apprentice in the automotive world. In this video I’ll offer a quick breakdown on how it’s possible to get into it, and some of the pros and cons going down this route.

So how do you get this deal?

The first answer is you need to be overqualified to approach employers this way. If you haven’t seen the video already, I explain how to become an overqualified 1st year mechanic. I’ll link that below.

Once you’ve become overqualified, you can now approach any employer and ask if they’re looking for contract mechanics.

Since you’ll have the skills to back you up, employers may consider hiring you out as a contractor. 

It’s even possible to get this type of contract as a 1st year apprentice. But again you’d have to be an overqualified 1st year to accept this kind of deal.

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If you’re having trouble getting into apprenticeship, this video might help you out so you can get started sooner. I’ll also explain how you can get hired as a 1st year apprentice on day 1.

Now there could be a number of reasons why it’s taking longer for you to get into apprenticeship. And I know because I’ve been there. But I’ll get into that later on in the video and the different ways you can shape your own path to enter apprenticeship.

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If you’re planning to get into automotive apprenticeship soon, I’ll explain how it works here in North America and talk a bit about the blue book. Each province and state will differ in the books they use for their apprenticeship, but it’ll all be similar in practice. 

I’m using the blue book issued in Alberta.

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Learn how to open up your automotive shop without being licensed. This only applies to certain states and provinces. Check your local and federal regulations before deciding to go this route.

I recommend at least having 2 year worth of experience repairing mechanical components from any vehicle. This way you're in a better position to take on this endeavor.

There is profit to be made and if done correctly, you can sustain this business idea for a long time. 

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If you’re thinking of getting into the automotive field soon, here’s some good news.

It really doesn’t matter what age you are. Whether you’re 30, 40, or 50; it’s never too late to get into the field.

Quick story…

As a matter of fact, I’ve seen people in their 40s and 50s working in entry level jobs at the dealership.

During my practicum at Honda, I saw both a 40 year old and a 60 year old man working in the lube bays changing out oil. All they did was change out engine oil.

At the back of the dealership in the big bays, there were mechanics my age and younger working on bigger jobs.

All the roles were reversed at this Honda dealership.

Typically you would think more younger people would work in the lube bays while the seniors worked in the big ones.

Anyone Can Enter the Automotive Field:

So there you go, now you know it doesn’t matter what age you are. As long as you’re willing to learn and work, companies are willing to give you a job.

Dealerships/mechanic shops will start you off small, but who doesn’t need a laborer who can bring in cashflow?

As long as you can do that for any company you approach, you’re as good as gold.

As time goes on and you develop your skills, you’ll naturally move up to do bigger jobs to become a full fledged mechanic.

Here's are 5 Paths to take to become an automotive mechanic with no experience: https://automotiveforbeginners.com/how-to-become-a-mechanic/

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Learn here how to find a reliable mechanic near you. This is one solid technique you've got to keep on the down low. Once you learn this tactic here, be sure not to mention it to your mechanic. 

Use this on mechanics you do not know well or you're meeting the first time to work on your vehicle. 

This is also a good way to build a good relationship with a good mechanic over time. You will get to know him better and likewise. 

And if your new go-to mechanic realizes later on about this tactic you pulled on him, he might even respect you for it. You got guts to pull this one off!

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Learning about dealing with mechanic scams is one thing, but actually being at the shop and navigating shady tricks is another.

Do one thing that will increase your chances of avoiding 80% of shop scams by doing 20% of the work up front. Prevention is always better than damage control; especially when it comes to dealing with crooked mechanics.

Scotty Kilmer and the Mechanic OC are great people to learn from as well when it comes to tips on dealing with mechanics. But I like to dig things they haven't touched well on. Enjoy the video.

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Learning about dealing with mechanic scams is one thing, but actually being at the shop and navigating shady tricks is another.

Do one thing that will increase your chances of avoiding 80% of shop scams by doing 20% of the work up front. Prevention is always better than damage control; especially when it comes to dealing with crooked mechanics.

And that is getting your "QUOTE" in writing! This will help you avoid being ripped off hundreds of dollars for your car repair. You can always use it to claim any money back if ever you're overcharged. Without it, you will have no proof to show regulators that you got ripped off.

Scotty Kilmer and the Mechanic OC are great people to learn from as well when it comes to tips on dealing with mechanics. But I like to dig things they haven't touched well on. Enjoy the video.

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The best time is when you are offered apprenticeship by your employer. Usually this happens when you've worked for a shop for 1-2 years. Because if you've managed to stay there that long, that already says something. Most people don't last that long in a shop when they start out. 

So when the employer sees that your worth investing into the next 2-4 years for their business, this would be the next logical step to bring you up. 

In some cases employers could even pay part or all of your tuition. It will all depend on who your employer is and whether they deem it worth it or not to cover your expenses. And if they don't offer to pay for some of your tuition, you could always ask if they could.

What's great about apprenticeship schooling is that it usually requires a shorter time to get technical training in order to be certified. Which means cheaper tuition costs, lower debts, and a higher chance you'll walk away with more money in your bank account.

Then there is the good time to go to college. This is when you have absolutely no experience in working with cars and you have no credentials. Going to places like community colleges where you only spend up to 4-6 months to complete a course is ideal. It won't cover everything in detail, but you'll still get a sense of how the whole overview works with automotive theory. 

And once you've got your certificate, you can easily approach independent shops and dealers with a higher chance to get in the door. Taking those 4 month courses will put you back maybe $3,000 to $5,000, but compared to the 4 year programs I think it's much more worth it. Loans in that dollar range are usually very negligible to your expenses and they usually have good terms with them.

Then there's the ugly. The one year, two year, three year programs. Don't get me started on the four year programs. Definitely not worth it in the long run and may not be good for your financial health. Sure some people make it out, but they've got a huge balloon debt always hovering over them for a long time. Don't be that guy.

If you have no experience and you really want to go to college, attend a community college that offers a 4-6 month course. You'll learn almost everything the 4 year programs learn in a brief manner but most importantly you'll be out the door running after 4 months. While the other guy is shackled to his desk for 3 years and 8 more months, you're out there getting a job and earning income.

If you have to go to college, this is the way you've got to go. 

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