Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 9 hours ago

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I’ve been a mechanic for more than 30 years now. I still screw up. I still have stuff to learn and that will likely never change. However, I have learned some things and I hope those things help save me next time.

What was the most expensive mistake you made?

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