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how do i compete with mobile/backyard mechanics?
Brianp replied to carbtech72's topic in Dealing With Competition
2k seems cheap. But then again I dont use used engines so it may be in line. Engien jobs always need additional parts, w/p, t-stat, mounts the list goes on and on. -
Hard to say for sure unless you ask were the people are coming from but as stated by someone else that two is better then one.
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Anyone know about the New Snap On Verus
Brianp replied to Joe Marconi's topic in Automotive Shop Tools & Equipment
We have a verus and it has been good so far not quite a year. I have heard lots of horror stories. Even from locals who own it.- 13 replies
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we close for an hour at lunch also. Our hours are m-f 8-5:30. I usually open the door at 7 and close it around 6. If someone is waiting throught lunch they can i rearely leave but close the office so I can clean up the shop alittle and do estimates etc during lunch while eating. If needed I would stay open and never woudl ask someone to leave. How can docots get away with that. they also get away with alot more mistake then us yet every human body works the same way and the orgins are in the same spots? lol. Techs are smarter then docotrs no doubt in my opinion.
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Automotive Shop Management Software
Brianp replied to Memphis Rob's topic in Management Software, Web Sites & Internet
We use mitchell have for a long long time. great support if needed and overll love the product -
Ever Had A Customer’s Wheel Fall Off?
Brianp replied to Joe Marconi's topic in Workflow, Procedures, Shop Forms
We had an ambulance wheel fall of in our parking lot when it was being brought it. thankfully it had just had brand new tires put on by someone else. That was neat -
Anyone see problems with Ethanol?
Brianp replied to Joe Marconi's topic in Technician Corner - Discussions
The only ethenol related issues we see is if a vehicle is sitting for a long time then it seems to absorb alot of moisture and corrode easily. -
We have evap coolers plumbed inot the walls of our shop. It helps alot. We are not a humid climate but it gets hot could be 115 outside any given summer day. I would not consider a/c with the electrical cost. We ran a/c in a body shop I worked at along tiem ago and the electric bill was outa hand. I am gettign solar put on my roof to help with elect costs but still wouldnt consider a/c due to the expence.
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I do not knwo the exact date id say 5-6 years ago. I looked in my files and have no info on when or how much? sorry I bought it from napa or carquest I believe sometimes they will do like 90 days same as cash
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Mitchell Manager & Carfax
Brianp replied to Gary A's topic in Management Software, Web Sites & Internet
Could it lead to more buisness if a car is sold and on the carfax it shows you as the servicing shop for the vehicle? -
Ever Since You Changed My Oil....
Brianp replied to Joe Marconi's topic in Customer Experience & Reviews
If she was upset she was lost anyways. I bet if you had noted it but not mentioned it it would have been a no issue. Maybe just have noted it on invoice. It was prolly there all along but she never noticed it. -
Best Resource for New Employees...
Brianp replied to GENUINE's topic in General Automotive Discussion
Im in the same boat been looking for another top guy for a while with no luck. Guess its easier to complain of no work, lack of tools and equipment then to come to a place with it all. -
Looking for Info on Mitchell Manager SE
Brianp replied to Joe Marconi's topic in Management Software, Web Sites & Internet
I use se and like it. Ive been using mitchell for 10 + years. I love there products and support (although its rarely needed.) -
I have 2 of the new flip face robinairs. they work well. But need alot of repairs. Ive had mine repaired twice each under warranty and once each out of warranty.
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Opinion On Pro-Cut Brake Lathe
Brianp replied to Joe Marconi's topic in Technician Corner - Discussions
I do get quite a few non seperables in from other shops were we do the whole brake job. Basically they sublet it to us -
Opinion On Pro-Cut Brake Lathe
Brianp replied to Joe Marconi's topic in Technician Corner - Discussions
We have had a procut for prolly 10 years now and its the same one and has never let us down. A great product. In fact id buy a new one if I could ever get my salesman to demo the new one. Ive asked on at least 3 occasions. -
Yes thats the one i just verified.
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I think is was brake and frotn end?
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I saw an article of yours in the magazine. Nice