In the criminal automotive system, the people are shafted by two separate yet equally repugnant groups: the dealers, who engineer the corruption, and the auto mechanics, who carry out their orders. These are their stories.
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
We think you just won the comment competition. Well done!!! And thanks for watching!
@trevorbrianhassell2 ай бұрын
tha dum
@michaelscurr90462 ай бұрын
Car dealerships especially BMW are bullshit artists here in OZ. there mechanics are only capable of changing oi filters there not problem solvers. The amount of mistakes they have made with my cars over the years beggars belief. Poor burgers that work for these arsoles I feel sorry for them
@robertosecco983Ай бұрын
LOL. I could hear the music of Law & Order while I read this.
@maconpatton3 ай бұрын
As a retired ASE CERTIFIED instructor, I can’t tell you how happy I am to see that this is how you run a professional business. Keep it up and you all will do very well. I will pass on your shop information to my fellow Porsche owners who live in the Atlanta area.
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for the kind words! We appreciate it!
@MisterMonsieur2 ай бұрын
@@wolfpen_media Nice channel, willing to give you guys a chance ... but cut back on the "humor" a bit. It's a little forced.
@SupraSav2 ай бұрын
@DontDrinkTheFlavorAid certs across the board just get you in the door to gain the real world experience and knowledge. Especially in the automotive world where things are always evolving, changing
@maconpatton2 ай бұрын
@@DontDrinkTheFlavorAid they are a very good way for students to find out if they have the aptitude for being an automotive technician. As a service manager, I could train people to work on vehicles. They had to show up 5 minutes early and be willing to learn and keep their pants above their drawers. I think your comments are a bit harsh but in this country we do have the right to speak.
@nineelevenwerks15713 ай бұрын
All… I’m the owner of this car. To answer some of the burning questions left here. Yes, the owner the previous shop got caught in his deception. He reimbursed me down to the penny for not only the parts he cheated me out of, but also the cost of Wolfpen to repair the car. Thanks Josh and crew for all the hard work and patience. Ultimately, even though I was made whole, many in my group are victims of this same shop and are all going through issues and trying to get resolution. The saga is not over for them. This was a 2 month ordeal that Wolfpen had the patience to diagnose and correct. It was a collaborative effort to understand why the handling issues where present, they listened to my concerns and tested the car at the track were I first experienced the issues. Thank you again Wolfpen.
@Toro_Da_Corsa3 ай бұрын
Chop shops like that have just been getting away with it too long. Thanks for allowing Wolfpen to make the video
@nineelevenwerks15713 ай бұрын
@@Toro_Da_Corsa you are absolutely right. Some start the right way and lose their compass along the way.
@Jeffreypark3 ай бұрын
Name and shame that shop. They should not get away with doing this to anyone else.
@Doctajones23 ай бұрын
Which shop did this. I want to avoid them!
@pussheadd3 ай бұрын
Why would you need to push on the brake to break the wheel nut. If you just left it on the ground you would not need to do this.
@jayc42833 ай бұрын
They should be arrested for fraud
@supertruckertom2 ай бұрын
Fulton County probably. Fanni is busy with other cases.
@jackflash63773 ай бұрын
Started working on German cars in the early 80's. Through the years I've seen such things, even when I worked at a shop owned by a German. (Autohaus Kaiser). I finally went to a Porsche shop and worked there 12.5 years. We never did things like that and I'm proud of that. Perhaps that is why we were always booked 2 - 3 weeks out. Loved working on Porsche. Really appreciate the engineering. P.S. Went back to school, got my IT certs and moved to IT, later electronic tech on industrial automation, made 5x the money and loved it too. Traveled the world. Retired now.
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
Is it wrong that we all envy you... because I think we all envy you. That's awesome! Congrats!
@danielstehura96573 ай бұрын
What is the best year to buy a cheap 911? I see them for 17k with 50k miles! Ugly headlights that’s why they’re cheap!
@jackflash63773 ай бұрын
@@danielstehura9657 For me, 78 to 89 were the heydays of true Porsche. Especially the 84 to 89 models where they started using Motronic injection (no more K jetronic). With no power steering, 5 speed, no ABS they were a joy to drive. So connected. Maybe not as fast as the later models but for pure fun. Very good. Just don't buy a Targa.
@Dave5843-d9m2 ай бұрын
I went from power station engineer on an ordinary wage waiting for dead mans shoes to contract quality professional making 2 or mor times the money but only seeing home at weekends. To training as a Dr of chiropractic but subsequently struggled to make a living. I’m now happy working for basic wage in retail.
@ThorstenKreutzenberger2 ай бұрын
If you can successfully deal with german engineering products, you can make it anywhere...
@speedy48293 ай бұрын
Josh….wishing you guys continued success. Really appreciate the thoughtful approach in actually solving the client concerns. We have all been there……chit shops doing crap work at ripoff prices while never actually solving the problem. What a refreshing approach.
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
In the first month, we've serviced more than a few cars where the primary problem had more to do with carelessness, laziness, or a combination of both than we ever could have imagined. It just continues to reinforce why we're doing what we're doing. Thanks so much for watching! 🙏🏻
@jimtaylor4313 ай бұрын
The whole story is insane but charging a customer for brand new wheels from Porsche, and sourcing beat up refurbs from eBay is unfathomably crooked. The customer should seriously be seeking financial compensation from the other shop, and I say that as someone who hates getting lawyers involved with things!
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
Totally understandable. Some agreements were made, without getting into it, but it was a ridiculous and terrible situation for sure.
@K03sport3 ай бұрын
small claims court? no lawyers, right?
@TomWilliams-z4e3 ай бұрын
The law firm of Dewey Cheahtam & Howe
@geodun3 ай бұрын
They were not even good crooks. A good crook would have cleaned up the inside of that e-bay wheel and painted it so it was not so easily discovered the next time the tires were changed. Half an hour and a rattle can might have saved them having to cough up for another wheel. Come on all you crooks, work smarter not harder!
@TomWilliams-z4e3 ай бұрын
If they were intelligent they wouldn't be trying to make a living scamming people. Its the essential reality of criminality.
@Romu1us3 ай бұрын
Well written up. The dialogue wasn’t too wordy. Covered every important question people would ask. And your integrity is transparent. Definitely subbing!
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for the kind words! We're trying to do things differently for sure.
@whiskeyactual.3 ай бұрын
$4k a pc for used, repaired wheels that were supposed to be new?! I want a full refund or we're going to court.
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
Shady dealings for sure
@gianni_schicchi2 ай бұрын
My magnesium with gold ceramic plating BMW CS 19” (763M) wheels are “only” $3.5k new. I’d be furious. Glad the customer was made whole.
@melvinjonesjr9112 ай бұрын
Hey guys congratulations on the grand opening wishing you guys all the best I love this awesome video but I was cringing through all the theatrics!
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! But what are these theatrics you mention...? 😜
@melvinjonesjr9112 ай бұрын
@@wolfpen_media the law & order music play etc.. but I get it’s all good bro! New subscriber definitely supporting the channel keep up the great work!
@DonBMW3 ай бұрын
This is the reason I stopped going to shops 15 years ago. I own some classic BMWs and I do all of my own repairs and maintenance. Cars run wonderfully.
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
That's awesome! Glad to hear it!
@tjautocross3 ай бұрын
Great to what you’ve been up to, and that you are standing up for everyone who feels their cars are a prized possession meant to be enjoyed. Wishing everyone at Wolf Pen the utmost success!!!
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
Thank you for the kind words! Lots more to come, for sure.
@B5Daytona3 ай бұрын
Excellent video! You earned my subscription. Also kudos for taking the high road and not blasting the other dealer although they deserve it. I live in the desert SW wish your shop was closer I would def be a customer!!!!
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! Maybe someday we'll have a shop in your area.
@Numberofbillion3 ай бұрын
I live in Australia & will never be able to afford something like these cars anyway - unless a lottery win - but i don't quite understand why the Kudos for NOT 'blasting' the other shop. I guess there's a legal side where you can't name them but it's dishonest fraud & outright greed & it's exactly what's wrong with this world. Even though it was corrected i Bet those tyres go back on another 911 where the driver may not realize what's going on.
@jackpalczynski78843 ай бұрын
This re-enforces why I do absolutely everything I can myself. I know someone who bought a 996 across the country. They had the shop who worked on the car for years do a pre purchase inspection and report on the car. He picked it up and within 100 miles, the engine lunched itself. The shop it was brought to indicated that the oil looked like it was 50k miles old and the filter looked the same. During the PPE, that shop was supposed to have changed the oil. Seems that for years, they just "said" that they changed the oil and filter when in reality, they never did. I know I can use the local shop's "special" and get a full oil change for less than I pay retail for oil and filter. But when I'm done changing it, I know what was done, what was used and can inspect other things while the car's on the lift.
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
We understand the sentiment. That's why we exist. 🫡
@old_dan3 ай бұрын
I wouldn't be able to just take that kind of abuse from a shop and I think I may end up getting arrested. What scumbags.
@RickOregon3 ай бұрын
This is why I no longer use the dealer services for "Lifetime" oil changes
@billswim3 ай бұрын
Been running a Porsche specific shop for 3 decades. I couldn't tell you how many times I've come across shoddy workmanship from others. Its not that hard to do the right thing but it's incredibly easy to do the job poorly. Want to work on center lock wheels? Buy the $1500 torque wrench and do the job per the specs. It always seems that when shops try to capitalize on a new profitable trend there's a shake down period and only the good shops last.
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
You are absolutely right! Thanks for watching!
@PhantomMark3 ай бұрын
I wish I had a shop near me like yours. Finding people to trust in the industry is near impossible these days :(
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
Someday we hope to expand. And when and if we do, we will strive to provide the same level of attention and service no matter what shop you walk into.
@PhantomMark3 ай бұрын
@@wolfpen_media I am in the UK, customer service and integrity is already at an all time low sadly........all is not lost tho, the most local Porsche specialist to me is actually damned good.
@mocheen48373 ай бұрын
We spent $4,000 to fix an old Accord that was given to my son. The repair shop replaced many items including brakes, rotors, catalytic converter, oil, transmission fluid, battery, timing belt and tune up. A few weeks after picking up the car it started leaking oil. We spent more than the car was worth in repairs. We took it back and the shop said we had a rear main seal leak and wanted $1,400 to repair it. I took the car to Honda and the took the car apart and showed up that the rear main seal was dry. The leak was from the crank shaft seal and needed to be replaced. we took it back to the original shop and they said it was the distributor leaking. I went back to Honda they checked and said it was the crank seal. I showed them the receipts from all of our repairs and they said we were severely overcharged. None of the parts used were oem including the catalytic converter. He charged full oem pricing and it even stated on the receipt Honda parts and fluids. I went back to the shop again and confronted him. He denied everything and told us not to come back again. What a crook. This was on 19th Avenue and Ortega. He did not want to repair the leak that was introduced when he changed the timing belt. Honda said the crank seal required a special sealant to prevent the pressure from blowing it off and causing the leak. We also discovered that center console was cracked because he did not remove a screw when changing the interior cabin filter. I went to smog the car and the smog shop gave me a hard time because of the cheap catalytic converter that he used. We spent $1,400 for the new catalytic converter and the shop said it was probably only $300 while a new one from Honda was $1,400.
@drivingreview15783 ай бұрын
If you don't already know the mechanic and have some time, I recommend just giving them something little to do at 1st to try them out.
@243wayne13 ай бұрын
Should have taken it to Honda to begin with. Class dismissed.
@old_dan3 ай бұрын
@@243wayne1 Dude, you know how much dealerships charge for labor? It's stupid expensive and not guaranteed to be good work because their techs get treated like shit a lot of times. A good shop in your area is all you need, which is obviously not the case here.
@jorgej59162 ай бұрын
this is another reason why I never bring my cars to any shop other than Jiffylube or quick oil change outfit especially if I bought the car brand new. Never use the Free Oil Change deal offered by the dealership. The old saying, "a person walking into the hospital on his own will be on his wheel chair coming out; and if he is wheel-chaired into the hospital, he is sure to be on his back coming out of the hospital...Not saying all shops or dealership shops are crooked, but majority of them are only established to make money and fixing your car is secondary or third.
@old_dan3 ай бұрын
So refreshing to see mechanic shops who actually want to do work the right way. I've only been in GA for 3 yrs and even though I do most maintenance myself, I'm not a mechanic, so I was anxious to find a good mechanic that would do quality work. My coworkers and my wife's coworkers had some really awful experiences with some local shops, but thankfully found a good one near me.
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
That's what we're here for. Thanks so much for watching, and let us know if we can ever help you.
@joeethereal29683 ай бұрын
Can't wait for the ViN WIKI collaborative.
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
Haha! Sitting here waiting for Ed's phone call... 😂
@ym-us2ck2 ай бұрын
Great job by Wolfpen. Being a former tech I totally understand the frustration of trying to diagnose and correct issues after some buffoons had previously worked on a car. Props to you for sweating the details and not cutting corners. On a side note I noticed the 911 in the corner with the Boston Bruins logo on it and what appears to be Ray Bourque's number on the door 👍
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! And yes, one of our customers is a HUGE Boston fan. There are references on most of his cars.
@michaelschultz11043 ай бұрын
This is great! Love it and can’t wait to come out this Saturday for the Grand Opening.
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
We can't wait to see you!
@vanillasf2 ай бұрын
Great job guys! the stress of bringing our Porsche to a shop that is going to rip us off is one thing but putting our lives in danger to these crooks is another thing!
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
Thanks! We want to instill as much confidence as possible!
@glennbattersby74473 ай бұрын
Great story, that is so scary that a shop can get so many things wrong! Nice job!
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
Thank you! It's absolutely scary, but in the short time we've been open it definitely seems like the norm. We will strive to change that one car at a time. Thanks for watching 🙏🏻
@robertloane87862 ай бұрын
Wolfpen thank you for being legit! The problem most customers I’m sure are having is. Finding a professional shop that is not shystie. They probably feel that the stealership is going give them the Full Monty. So that’s why they don’t go there. Really you can have the same or worse (As shown in your video) happen at a private shop. This leaves customers between a rock and a hard place. Thank you for showing your transparency! Kudos!!
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
We appreciate the kind words! We will always strive to provide the best possible customer experience with full transparency.
@mrpbody443 ай бұрын
The other shop and the owner was lucky that there was not a catastrophic failure that killed or injured some one.
@alhuegayle75502 ай бұрын
Things like this is exactly why i work on my porsche all by my self in the comfort of my home garage. I can name several shops guilty of these shady practices here in Atlanta. God speed my friends 🙏🏽.
@vatechguy33 ай бұрын
1500 lb-ft.... lucky the hubs werent damaged!
@kerryscott32872 ай бұрын
They were damaged and reolaced
@mapandcallsheet2 ай бұрын
You guys killed it , great editing, And great story telling. Straight to the point . Not to long keep up the great work .
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! We really appreciate it. It truly is a team effort here at Wolfpen.
@thetruth76332 ай бұрын
I simply cannot understand how some shops treat such an immaculate supercar like it is a destruction derby banger, I simply cannot!
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
You'd be surprised how often this happens
@thetruth76332 ай бұрын
@@wolfpen_media Keep this content going, and call the scammers out for their malpractice. I would have been furious.
@michaelschneider-2 ай бұрын
And I had to relocate out of State ! .. Teir -One Porsche shops are hard to find. .. Especially for the early air-cooled 911s as many techs were not born when my '98 Carrera S (993) was in production; 9/1997 spec./ordered new. .. Great outcome "new Wolfpen shop principals". . Cheers, Vail, Colorado
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
Thanks! And you're right: the old ways are a dying breed. That's why we grabbed some extremely knowledgeable Porsche techs as quickly as possible. :-)
@pjfan1733 ай бұрын
Awesome to see you close the door by pushing in the handle and not on the door.
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
We're all car guys here 😉👍🏻
@simonov_spas2 ай бұрын
Watching this, I just hope more people who want to open a shop take inspiration and do it your way - the only proper way. We all know the guy who doesn't care how his car is fixed and this is ok. But to do it behind the owners back when he wants nothing but the best is just wrong. Kudos for the video and keep up the great work!
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for the kind words! We appreciate it! And thanks for watching.
@gregoryjefferson63113 ай бұрын
( Paused vid @ 13:01) . If this story doesn't end with the Owner/Customer not taking that Janky Shop to Court I'm gonna be pissed .
@timweb15103 ай бұрын
You know they won’t, and that’s why these scumbags continue to do it to others
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
Agreements were made. Thanks for watching.
@SuperLuckyCat72 ай бұрын
Incredible! Watchmakers precision! Way to go 🏆
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
We try.
@oficina_moomoo3 ай бұрын
Such a shame that stuff like this still happens. Hopefully owner got some money back from the old shop. My shop trust issues are so high now a days that I won't even get the free dealer oil changes anymore, just rather do it myself. There are still good shops out there though but its getting harder and hard to find. Video was great btw!
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
It's what we're striving for. We want to be the place that people don't just feel confident dropping their cars off but they're actually happy to do so. It's starts with being as honest as possible. Thanks for watching 🙏🏻
@davidb16643 ай бұрын
Amazing, but I'm not surprised. I really want to thank you for the info on the need for Porsche specific tires.
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
Of course! We assume there are probably more than a few people out there who are unaware. Thanks for watching 🙏🏻
@warbuzzard71673 ай бұрын
There is a terrible problem in this entire country - a generalized failure of competence and morality and a spectacular failure of work ethic. It seems to be generational - like the old guard has passed and the new one is left wanting. I feel like children are running the show, and doing it BADLY. Yes, Old Man Yells At Clouds - guilty as charged. But this is my perspective after nearly 6 decades of observing the way things are now done in the United States.
@Luke-ph9xf3 ай бұрын
This exactly this!
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
Definitely some truth to what you say. Two problems that have led to this: we expect everyone to be excellent, which is silly, and we've demonized excellence in trades as somehow beneath professional degrees, which is also silly. And here we are as a result...
@donh15113 ай бұрын
The other terrible problem this country is that nobody has the balls to call anybody out anymore.
@dustinkaviani2 ай бұрын
This isn’t a generational issue. Plenty of old guys out there doing shotty work. Bad habits are learned.
@DavorZdralo2 ай бұрын
This is solely due to the lack of accountability. If these shop owners ended up 6 months in jail over what is a 10k fraud, everyone else would think twice before selling eBay wheels as new to someone else. But they won't. Their "punishment" was that they had to get the customer the correct wheels and one new rim, which they were supposed to do anyway. When the punishment is to do what you were already paid to do, there is nothing to disincentivise the scummy behaviour.
@JimmyCrooks7412 ай бұрын
Loved this video. Pumped to see this place grow. Loved the editing, the commentary and the process.
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! We're glad you liked it!
@backnunAndy3 ай бұрын
at my first glance, I thought key lock mechanism of wheel lock hub is not working properly. Then it turns out it was actually tightened with massive force over 1200 foot pound. Damn I will definitely sue that shop for sure.
@CodeBlueNurburgringAtom3 ай бұрын
Good job figuring out the issues! Crazy how what seems like a straightforward wheel/tire swap could lead to such a disaster.
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
We were also shocked. We certainly didn't expect this cascade of shenanigans to come out. Thanks for watching!
@bori_mk73 ай бұрын
"Simple, right?" That's how every job with my car starts and ends up being some multi-day, part scavenger hunt, anger inducing, "get the blowtorch" kinda deal lol
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
We like the "get the blowtorch" approach
@CrippledKittens132 ай бұрын
Nice video. That type of mistreatment of the car is heartbreaking
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
It sure is
@MrAndyj0072 ай бұрын
good video but to many chops to silly bits ..they are really anoying , feel un professional , and prevent a nice flow of video , big shame imo as video is great apart from that
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
Professional?! We've never been accused of that before... :-)
@jerrysojan31912 ай бұрын
This is great content. When I get my Porsche I will most certainly be bringing it to you guys.
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
Glad to hear it! We'll be happy to see you!
@Scott-hq3df2 ай бұрын
Great video keep up the good honest work! I hope the other shop gets sued and pays for the repairs. Scammers need to be exposed!
@S.Matt2403 ай бұрын
I wish there were more mechanics/shops like you guys around. Seems like 75% of shops nowadays are shady and always trying to rip people off.
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
We're trying very hard to do things right. Maybe someday there will be a Wolfpen near you. Thanks for watching!
@sinappanis2 ай бұрын
This is why when I find a quality shop to work on my cars I stick with them even if it costs more or I have to drive a bit to get there. Good shops and good mechanics are worth their weight in gold nowadays. Too many people pretending and just throw parts at things.
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
We like the way you think
@HappyRescues3 ай бұрын
That my #1 complaint.. almost every shop over torques the wheels to hell.
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
And it can have bad repercussions. In this case, it was the start of a laundry list of problems, but the over torqued wheels alone were definitely a concern.
@CIRCUITDRIVERCARS2 ай бұрын
I can't believe the timing of the vid popping up to watch... I recently had a front left PS4S changed on my 981S. I noticed a slight vibration on a longer road trip the next day but nothing substantial enough to do anything about... I simply couldn't put my finger on what was wrong or if anything was wrong at all. Then a week later was on track... which made it undeniable that there was an issue. It felt just plain wrong, TC light flicking constantly and a slight vibration through the car on right hand corners.... I watch this video.... instantly check the tyre.... none N0 rated tyre had been fitted (even though I had bought and paid for an N0 tyre), all other tyres N0 rated. Thank you Wolfpen!
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
No problem at all. That's what we're here for. Thanks so much for watching!
@TedTlk3 ай бұрын
Great job Josh and team. Congrats on the start of the journey.
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! And thanks for watching 🙏🏻
@samtx55182 ай бұрын
Whole new meaning to shade tree Mechanic! Damn that sucks
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
Hahaha! You're right about that.
@DarkClosetOfTheMind2 ай бұрын
Great video! I learned several things, which is impressive as I have been a PCA member for 30 years
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it! And thanks for watching!
@jonlowrey2 ай бұрын
I had fun watching. Very well put together video. There are factory recommendations but once breakerbars get broken, all bets are off. Best of luck.❤
@klintonkacatin2 ай бұрын
Proof that it is all about the people. I don't care if you passed the test, you have to know what you are actually doing. Certified or not. Keep doing great work.
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
Thanks! That's all we've set out to do!
@npharkes3 ай бұрын
Great production!!! And good story :)
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
Thank you on both accounts!
@DaleCarterDrives2 ай бұрын
Shops like this one are rare and should be highly valued by enthusiasts. The other shops are the reason I have a lift and the tools to do ALL my own work. I have a few stories involving the two "best" Porsche/German car shops in Birmingham.
@davidsnaith90412 ай бұрын
Great video. Great story. Great diagnostics. I look forward to more.
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! More to come for sure.
@dogdog41732 ай бұрын
This Porsche owner has a good taste man. I appreciate these type of cars and will never hate on another man living my dream. I hope this owner gets to experience this thing to the fullest
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
We do, too. We're glad we could help him.
@TheRdub822 ай бұрын
Thanks for making this video! I'm glad to see you guys taking the hobby into the community of like-minded ppls hands. The industry is out of control without question. I would file a complaint with the local automotive repair authorities and review local laws. Is selling someone something else than what it advertised fraudulent? Anyways keep up the good work. Subscribed!! ❤
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! And welcome to the channel!
@bblightart2 ай бұрын
Good luck with the channel. Nice content. Keep up the good work on the vids (and cars).
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! We appreciate the kind words!
@jeffstrand6012 ай бұрын
Glad I found this channel, super well done
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! And thanks for watching!
@markbenn19072 ай бұрын
Great work guys, and that detailing job… WOW!
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
Thanks! We're lucky to have amazing people like Nova to work with in this area. He's the best!
@ZL1pegasus2 ай бұрын
Great work to the shop for going above and beyond to find out everything. But boys if you can't bring it to the actual dealer of the car be ready for stuff like this to happen. The most important price tag is the maintenance. Unfortunately, we don't have a wolf pen everywhere yet.
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
We're working on it. Thanks so much for watching!
@larryhand58923 ай бұрын
There have always been incompetent and unscrupulous shops. This does show that they are changing more money for the crappy service. Enjoyed the video.
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@hartfordlabs77542 ай бұрын
It's pretty cool that you did the high speed road test driving on a track and not "Mexico". Good on you, man, great content with ethics to boot 🤙
@benodie027603 ай бұрын
Nicely done, informative and enlightening to see the mistakes made. A good shop will know when to delay a repair like you guys did prior to owners trip!
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! 🙏🏻
@Dave5843-d9m2 ай бұрын
The slightly too narrow tyres should not shrink when stretched onto the rim. The side walls stretch because the steel belts won’t shrink. BUT something is affecting the ABS/stability system.
@bryce33773 ай бұрын
This is not a video I would normally be interested in. However, your presentation was excellent. Great job guys.
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! 🙏🏻
@neilschneider73673 ай бұрын
Great video. Congrats on the new channel and your shop. It’s pretty obvious what they did. They used the torque multiplier but still set the torque to 444 pounds per Porsches specification. I guess they forgot they were using the torque multiplier. They would’ve had to divide 444 by 4, if they were going to use the torque multiplier when tightening the nut.
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
This is likely exactly what happened. Thanks for watching!
@kneokneo57922 ай бұрын
I’ve had the same issue in diagnosing this error on my volvo c30 T5 polestar, Accept I spent lots of money and time on steering and suspension at volvo Cpt/ Revolve/Autoworks- no one could figure it out. And this makes sense for me because new tires were put on by the dealership when I purchased the T5 that went from Continental to an unknown. I wish I had a shop like this on my side.
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
That's what we're here for. We'll get to the heart of the matter. Thanks for watching!
@JNatella2 ай бұрын
New channel? I got this vid recommended by the algo and I'm like... I know that guy
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
Josh is everywhere... yet nowhere.. He is everyone... yet no one. He is inescapable. :-)
@Gronholm143 ай бұрын
Great video! Good to see someone has but their M Coupe in your care. Hope it’s getting some TLC and maybe a cool video as well
@davidthomas14242 ай бұрын
Enjoyed the story. I hope the customer also received the correct wheels. This a great advertisement for your business 👍👍
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! We really appreciate it!
@Theseones2 ай бұрын
It's shame full that people think they can get away with scamming people!
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
Sure is.
@whitefoxcoupe20242 ай бұрын
Congratulations and I’m a subscriber. Best of luck on this new adventure.
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! 🙏🏻
@Mr.NoBones3 ай бұрын
If I don’t get consistent uploads from this channel I found on a wild whim and am now fully invested in I will be sorely disappointed
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
Thank you! We have plenty more on the way. Stay tuned!
@livingroomguitarist72 ай бұрын
After dealing with a bunch of different dealers and shops trying to charge family members and myself ridiculous sums of money for basic maintenance or maintenance not required which was basically attempted robbery, I would say yes.
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
Sad but true.
@lalaeuro2 ай бұрын
Wow, just watched all of this. I can't stand it when shops overtorque the wheelnuts on my daughter's cheapo car so I can't remove them myself if there's a puncture let alone on such a great car. Well done sorting all the problems out, and glad the owner got his car back righted!
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it!
@Gronholm143 ай бұрын
Very interesting premise and high quality production! Good to see someone has put their M Coupe in your care. Hope it’s getting some TLC and maybe a cool video as well
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
There may be one in the future 😎
@CPK0073 ай бұрын
Josh, loved the video and learning about your core values. Your shop will be incredibly successful. I wish you were in our Hudson Valley, NY region.
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
Thanks for the vote of confidence. Expansion is the eventual goal. Stay tuned!
@fivedotsdave97233 ай бұрын
Being the victim of a cycle crash, resulting in broken back, I can never understand when loosening wheel nuts and extremely tight center locks people want pull upwards which puts ridiculous pressure on ones back, push it downwards or even put your foot on it....
@enelnelson2 ай бұрын
Keep up this sort of content and you have a winning channel to go with a winning shop.
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
Thank you for the kind words! 🙏🏻
@armurano50932 ай бұрын
I'm not sure what's worse: removing the sharpie written eBay tag or leaving it on as they did. Just wow.
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
It's a fail on so many levels for sure.
@jonodempsey8523 ай бұрын
Enjoy the humour and style. all the best with the new shop!
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! And thanks for watching!
@jonodempsey8522 ай бұрын
@@wolfpen_media Looking forward to watching what's next! Shared one of the videos with my friend that i send photos of Pontiac phoenixes/marketplace listings of 80s woody wagons to. :D Cheers man!
@TareqAlabdoulsalam2 ай бұрын
I got my 992.1 T to the dealership to check some noise. They fixed it, but gave me a bigger headache: a big oily stain on the driver’s seat, a big scratch on the dash leather, and another one on the rear seat!!!! Until this day, they are trying to “repair”!!
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
That's exactly the kind of poor treatment we're trying to remedy. Sorry to hear that.
@thekingofcamo3 ай бұрын
Great story cant wait to visit Wolfpen myself!
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
Stop by and say hi!
@maintenancethrottle3 ай бұрын
Good stuff, Josh! Good luck with the new venture. 💪 Good to know you guys are right down the road! 👍
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
We're here if you need us!
@jorgemorales23863 ай бұрын
Greetings from Sugar Hill !! I just stumbled on your video. Wow!! Thanks for the story ! Storytelling is great! And kudos to is it Jack? For the editing!! Keep it coming!
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
Welcome to the channel! Jack thanks you for the kind words 🫡
@MarceloPaciorek2 ай бұрын
I love this episode of Law and Order!! Very entertaining!!
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
It ended up being way more intense than we were anticipating.
@krashfinatik43962 ай бұрын
You had me rolling on the floor @ 5:05 😂
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
We try. :-)
@jwmarc1232 ай бұрын
Wait you are not a tech yourself???? An admission that would give others pause.. glad you helped out this guy.
@blue_lancer_es3 ай бұрын
Gabe is the main character here. 😬 Subbed and liked. Heres to more.
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
Gabe has main character energy for sure
@TravisRhoads3 ай бұрын
Good to know of a new local shop that cares. I actually saw the Bruins livery Cayman at the track this past weekend!
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
He has a few Porsches and they all get DRIVEN. He doesn't play.
@Slflanders2 ай бұрын
I had the exact same Porsche spec tire problem on my 2012 Turbo S. Even the local Porsche dealer couldn't figure it out.
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
That's what we're here for!
@rotorblade95083 ай бұрын
what a carnage to that Porsche, this is unbelievable. awesome shop and team, wow.
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! 🙏🏻
@zoriox86673 ай бұрын
this is some wonderful production quality! you guys deserve a larger following :)
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! We wanted to start with a bang! Glad you enjoyed it 👍🏻
@ADunk6403 ай бұрын
Great job guys! Looking forward to seeing more content like this and the details of that wide body 987!
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
It's definitely going to get its own video. Stay tuned!
@tidalwave9533 ай бұрын
Awesome video, Definitely want more like this in the future.
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
Thanks! Lots more shop stories to come. Glad you liked it!
@JesusIsGod2223 ай бұрын
Loving this series . you guys Earned a new subscriber here .
@wolfpen_media3 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! And thanks for watching 🙏🏻
@marksandland71242 ай бұрын
I was stiffed by a garage over here in the U.K. my Mercedes Cosworth went in for four new tyres all looked well until I was going up the motorway and the back right wheel fell of. Fortunately I was only doing 50 miles an hour. This as you can imagine caused a fare bit of damage to the car and two others. It turned out that they had hand tittened the wheel bolts and simply forgot to torque them up. I and my family are lucky to be alive.
@wolfpen_media2 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing that story. It's important to remember that the quality of work performed isn't just a financial investment, but it's also a safety issue. Glad you're OK.