[AT] Autos-Was:refusing to replace old equipment-OT

[Steve W.]

Cecil Bearden wrote:
> Yes, but the computer diagnostic system is a fortune for a little guy. 
> I have always done my own work.  I bought 2 systems to connect a laptop 
> to the computer about $250 each.  Then when you  find the codes, you 
> have to go get another $250 program to really diagnose what is wrong 
> unless you are familiar with that brand and generic codes...
> 
> Before, we spent about 1 day per year working on a truck or car.
> Sure they took service, but then a lot more of the public knew how to 
> service and maintain their car, lawnmower, home etc.  With all of this 
> specialization, it has created a "dumbing down" of the general ublic 
> when it comes to all things mechanical..
> 
> It all has a price.  And the price of the dealership I cannot afford. 
> My small ford dealership lost its really good mechanic.  He went to one 
> of those big dealerships where it costs a minimum of $200 just to pay 
> for the invoice that is written up..
> 
> Cecil in OKla

True, the equipment costs a few bucks. However it also cuts down on my
diagnostic time as well. Kind of a toss up.

As for the dumbing down, that is true. However if you take a look at
many of the current generation and they have NO desire to learn how to
service anything. If they can't have it NOW they don't want it. I think
a lot of that stems from the folks who think that just giving the kids
whatever they want is "parenting" when in reality parenting is much more.

-- 
Steve W.
Near Cooperstown, New York