Mrs.O. Cracking The Whip To Get This Car Done!

In this video I hurry along as fast as I can while I fix a customers Buick LaCrosse. We are down to the wire at the end of the day and still have to knock out a 4 wheel brake job, 4 tire balance, a couple of wipers and a left rear bearing in under one and a half hours. Will it get done and done well?
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[@oaksmith1292]

I think what amazes me the most, living as I do in a dry climate, is how much of Eric's work is directly related to rust. Electrical problems, frame problems, even a wiper blade replacement.

[@aanadirbloodblade905]

What always irritated me was when I would bust my ass to get a car done for an unreasonable deadline, only to then find out the customer never picked it up cause it’s sitting right where I parked it before I left for the day.

[@BigWheel.]

That's how it always seems to go too.

[@alexmaclean1]

I feel that man. Or the job you stayed 45 minutes late on Thursday to finish for a customer that needs the car for their pet turtles graduation ceremony only to still see it there not only Friday but Monday too.

[@jblyon2]

Not just with cars. I used to fix computers for a living. They always needed it before we closed for the day. Made it seem like a life or death scenario. 2 days later the thing is still sitting on the shelf ready for pickup...

[@SIGINT007]

@@alexmaclean1😂😂

[@scrappy7571]

EVERY single time!!!

[@xXBuckOFiveXx]

The customer asks if you could have it done by 5 so you rush and get it done. Then you call them at 5 to tell them its done they say, I’ll just pick it up tomorrow. Never fails.

[@Justme-jt1ef]

Lol yep

[@scrappy7571]

EVERY single time!!!

[@SouthMainAuto]

Yeah 50% of the time every time 😅

[@joefratianni8693]

So many times...I think we used to add .5 to the labor charge just for that purpose.

[@artvandelayimports]

I’ve done this once to the shop that services my car and I’ve never felt worse in my life. Even though it was just a simple oil change, I felt terrible making them do extra work at the end of the day only for me to have to change plans last minute. Made sure to get some lunch for my dude after i picked up my car in the morning

[@nmatthew7469]

Mrs O runs a strong operation there, no messing around.

[@frederickburns1739]

Eric, I am a retired CAT&CUMMINGS knuckle buster and was offered the opportunity to attend a BENDIX WESTINGHOUSE BRAKE SEMINAR. Which covered air and hydraulic brakes. The instructor emphasize two things #1 do not push old burnt ( brown )fluid backwards in the system as it can cause problems with proportioning valve and switches in the line!? #2 Never pump brakes to bleed the system and they emphasize especially disc brakes as pumping creates micro bubbles in the system! I'm 99% with your brake procedures Keep up the good work you give your customers and advise for the DIY ers!

[@Mountain-Man-3000]

Even with 90 minutes to do the job you still cleaned the hubs and torqued everything. Impressive sir!

[@hamscanner]

Dont forget Josh help there for abit sandblasting and fitting the pads His time is worth mentioning

[@robstruction]

I’m betting that more than half of all shops don’t clean a damn thing when they swap pads and rotors even when they have all day!

[@shawjoe71]

torqued everything. click click

[@einfelder8262]

@@shawjoe71 I've been click click torqueing almost everything for 6o years. Never used a torque wrench on any brake part. Nothing ever fell off even on thousands of miles of Outback Australian corrugations.

[@scientist100]

@@robstruction that's a fact; no shop will do what he showed in this video. Gotta appreciate a shop that will do this service correctly.

[@ron827]

Mrs. O sure is quick with the comebacks. You two make a wonderful team.

[@dont-want-no-wrench]

it does me good to see a marriage work out.

[@shawjoe71]

Good management knows how to motivate employees. Make your business a pleasant place to be. Offer food in the workplace. Mrs. O knows

[@ihavethedocuments2580]

Where's Eric the car guy? Who's this dude? Jk😂 Dig your videos, praying your back holds up 👍 Lord God keep Eric's back healthy long enough for the end of the age.. amen Yes Eric you will see it

[@curtisroberts9137]

I've learned a ton from your show over the years. The most amazing thing that I have seen is that you and the Mrs. manage to not only remain married but happil so. You guys make a great team.

[@guynxtdork]

Not everything in video can be described as a "show".

[@ingemarastrom4623]

Me and mrs Å are married 37 yrs - today, in fact. You guys are indeed a great couple; I have no doubt you'll make in there too, and beyond :). Greetings from Sweden.

[@onenuttybuddy]

Funny thing happened when I came into work late one morning. I apologized, and explained to my supervisor that I was running a little behind that morning. He turned to me and said with a big grin on his face, "Nothing wrong with getting a little behind in the morning" He chuckled and I laughed out loud. Tom was always ready to hand out some quick whit anytime of the day. I learned a ton of things from Tom. He retired about 10 years before I did. Great guy. Miss him a lot!

[@allenwilliams6882]

For those that wonder about hours charged compared to hours worked, you also have to realize that two people worked on this job. Josh did all the work on the brackets and pads.

[@jeffreygoss8109]

For those who complain about SMA they can do it themselves! 😂 After working at a few shops I can guarantee you get more here than anywhere else.

[@truthsmiles]

Not to mention the customer is insulated from over-charging if Eric runs into a stubborn hub/bearing or broken bolt and it takes him longer than book time.

[@ogcowboy5743]

Josh also did the test drive, brake break in and torqued the lug nuts to spec. Who did the wiper blades? LOL!

[@Charlie_Crown]

​@@ogcowboy5743 Mrs O 🤣

[@kellyappel3015]

@@jeffreygoss8109 Never read much of anyone complaining about Eric O. and company, but all the asskissing gets old.

[@vincentlallo6543]

any customer of yours should never complain about what you charge. you do quality work and your completely honest

[@imacgst27]

The only thing that can possibly make a SMA video better is having Mrs O show up!! And a Josh cameo is a super bonus. Thank you guys

[@onlywenilaugh6589]

Here ya go @ 12:54

[@sheerwillsurvival2064]

Even though you’re on a time crunch. Ya still did it right cleaning all the rust . Professional though and through. Reputation is everything

[@dans_Learning_Curve]

Comebacks will remind you to do it right the first time!!

[@sheerwillsurvival2064]

@@dans_Learning_Curve that’s for sure. Do it right now or later lol

[@sheerwillsurvival2064]

@@dans_Learning_Curve I remember as a young technician working at a Chevrolet dealership in the 70s I got in a flat rate hurry and forgot the rope seal in a crank seal I was doing. It was a trade in . And they wanted the carb rebuild and some other work besides the crank rear main seal . I guess as the carburetor parts where soaking. I must have breathed in tooo much fumes . Lol well I learned the hard way 😁

[@colonelhacker3661]

Don't forget spraying with some fluid film :)

[@sheerwillsurvival2064]

@@colonelhacker3661 right

[@paulyanega2373]

its refreshing to see someone still do the the work the " Rite Way " even when there pushed for time.GOOD JOB !!!

[@marksmallman4572]

not refreshing to see someone who cannot spell...

[@NoName-zn1sb]

they're pushed

[@BartStar009]

I'm a mechanic ,, the customer doesn't know IF you did a good job or not, the customer thinks mechanics are all scumbags that rip them off, so there is no reward, no pat on the back, no brownie points for doing a good job, so what difference does it make?

[@ua7pyro591]

​​@@BartStar009gods watching you. Maybe you should find a different job, BARTstar

[@vacayooper4728]

​@BartStar009 I do most of my own auto repairs. In the event I have to take the vehicle to a mechanic and said mechanic does a great job, at minimum I tell them and their boss. Some dudes I've actually tipped them. I call it future proofing. People appreciate appreciation. As long as you do it in a way that's not irritating it works out great. But good mechanic work is a dieing art.

[@paulbrancato8262]

4 wheel brakes, 4 tires balance, wipers and wheel bearing. Sounds like all day Saturday and a case of beer to me. 😀

[@emanuelblanchette2940]

and 3 divorces later

[@bvbberserk]

"keep your shaft lubed" - that's the advice I always follow! 👍

[@emanuelblanchette2940]

its more common sense lol

[@jackdotts1476]

I notice that you most always put your good tools away as soon as your finished with them. Great practice

[@oliver_klozoff]

Vanessa hanging out with you and flipping you shit waiting to have dinner with you is a real insught into your relationship. You guys are awesome.

[@SouthMainAuto]

We always eat together 😊

[@snapperboat25]

Not ice cream………

[@oliver_klozoff]

@@snapperboat25 lol

[@trekOCLVone]

When the pressure is on - Mrs. O comes in and says - "Hi, I'm from the front office and I'm here to help". lol

[@29chevbolenschannel40]

REALITY TV AT ITS BEST! Thank you for sharing real life in your shop.

[@silence692]

Show more of Mrs O it makes it more entertaining 😊

[@daddyg2005]

plus, she's much better looking than Eric, lol

[@BartStar009]

Mrs O lives in a far away small town, she doesn't know how there are better men out there , men that put their relationship over their job and career, if there was black men in that town she would have left him years ago

[@KillaninjaFC]

⁠@@BartStar009Baiting much? Sad if you truly believe in race superiority in any form. Hope you will be relieved of your anger someday

[@eric_seguin]

@@BartStar009 Knew a Bart Star once. You sure as hell ain't him. He was a good human being.

[@JohnnyCarroll-wi6tx]

@@BartStar009 dont bet on that

[@hughdevine1827]

Dang Eric, it would have taken me 15 minutes a piece to cut the wrappers off the new rotors. Great job.😂

[@jeepinspence]

and half a day on the bearing! :)

[@dave6199]

Definitely easier than using your teeth

[@leftyo9589]

15min book time sounds right!

[@OceanofMaya]

Even under a time-crunch he (Eric O) does the most thorough brake jobs I've ever seen. I do my own EXACTLY as he recommends - from the type of grease, to parts, to rust removal - all of it - and never had my stuff run so smoothly. 'just remember folks if I can do it you can do it today with 400% more time invested:))'.

[@ferndog1461]

The wifey is the brains of business operations. Best listen.

[@MikeMcCue849]

WE KNOW WHO THE REAL BOSS IS. GREAT VIDEO ERIC.

[@DavidEdwards9801]

Behind every Great man is a Wonderful woman !! (edit) 9:57 just looking through the comments to see what other people thought

[@pb3033]

As sweet, working and beautiful boss Mrs. O. is , I wouldn't complain

[@DavidEdwards9801]

@@pb3033 I didn't mean to sound like I was complaining, I was trying to make it sound funny, cause yeah no complaint meant here

[@miketarbox1190]

Eric, this was simply amazing to watch! Freaking car surgeon.... And Mrs. O with the distraction for the win!

[@steelwheels327]

Man , Eric you flew right through that like it was nothing!! my hats off to you!! Vanessa really puts out a nice spread of food for you too!!

[@steveyountz9184]

I only saw two plates.....does Josh just starve?

[@rj.parker]

Eric O gets done in one hour and forty minutes, gets paid double by the book AND gets paid for the video. Well done!

[@CopeCory]

Well done Mr. O! It’s gotta be hard working for such a tough boss. Mercy…

[@robpeters5204]

Good to see you finally taking your health serious and wearing a dust mask when doing brake work. My uncle died not being able to breath because of those friggin brakes and doing them for 35 years at a Chevrolet dealership He was able to retire but had to stay in his home because he couldn’t breath from his lungs being damaged so far that the outside environment would kill him. His retirement being subjected to house arrest. Work smarter. We have the statistics. Just use them . Help to educate others. Mrs. O is probably happy to see you around for a few extra years. Lol? Keep up the good work!

[@armchairtin-kicker503]

Considering his following, Mr. O has a lot of responsibility on his shoulders to set an example, especially when it comes to safety and following specifications like torque. As a semi-retired college mathematics and physics tutor, I am especially delighted that he calls out torque specs in pound-feet, rather than foot-pounds, the former being units of torque, a vector quantity, the latter being units of work, a scalar quantity. During my 29-year career as a commercial system software developer, I always wrote code with the knowledge that younger developers would rely on my code as a model, replicating whatever I did within the code base and beyond. Accordingly, I never took short-cuts yet I became evermore efficient through the decades. And when it comes to efficiency, look at how Mr. O spreads the threadlocker using two bolts at 16:15, a great spread in half the time.

[@oddmanout7755]

Your uncle worked during an era in which manufacturing was allowed to use asbestos and other cancer causing agents.

[@mikehonda7934]

When you have a quality standard, it becomes second nature to do a full cleaning job and installation. This is awesome service here. As a fellow repair technician I would let Eric work on my car any day I couldn’t myself. You da illest O!

[@BartStar009]

come on ! he's only making it look good just for the KZbin videos ! I bet when there is no video it's a crap job

[@RayofallTrades]

That would have been so easy to say I'm too busy to video for this one but we REALLY appreciate you bringing us along! You have truly earned your subs and respect brother! Keep up the outstanding work!

[@tomg721]

Don't forget to factor in Josh's time in sand blasting and prepping the caliper brackets.

[@Northstorm_Tom]

This is one of my favorite videos of yours, because it hits all the main things that I do in my shop. I’m an old man and retired tool maker who decided to make some side money doing brakes and bearings in my garage. Ugggg. The only difference I see between what you do in this video and what I do, is that I have to lay on my back on the cement, and no bolts ever come loose easily for me. Everything requires torches and sledgehammers. LOL. The two hour time limit you had on this video might have given me enough time to remove the four tires. Lol. you are the king.

[@blder56]

@@Northstorm_Tom It would take me even longer..I live in the north as well. Stupid rust

[@Northstorm_Tom]

@@blder56 yep, I’m in Michigan and simply removing lug nuts often requires nut extractors. I feel your pain.

[@stusims1702]

Scotty (James Doohan), from Star Trek TOS, would quote hours to repair the Enterprise. Captain Kirk would be yelling, "We only have minutes, Mr. Scott, work faster!!" Every single time, Scotty saved the ship and Kirk came to believe and depend on Scotty's miracles. Eric O. did the job within minutes to spare and with a little help along the way. Perhaps Mr. O. is capable of miracles, too. That's some quality work there SMA! Excellent job! As a DIY type guy with the tools to match, I could've had the car ready by 5. 5 days from now! 😅 A lot more ice cream and beer between a few unkind words I suspect, too, when I suddenly recognize I've got the wrong tool for doing this job. 😊

[@rogergoins8118]

It’s fun to watch Mrs O crack the whip. Another great video

[@mikeabbitt8309]

Dr. O, putting dealership shops to shame, doing it right AND doing it fast!

[@charlesfranks1902]

I believe you do need a doctorate to be a good mechanic. You probably need to read as much literature as a medical doctor to stay up to date. Doctorate in auto mechanics should be a thing.

[@ralphwatten2426]

I like that little hand operated piston retracting tool. Much fast than the ol' clamp method. C'mon Eric get goin'! Restaurant story- When I was 18 I worked at a fancy restaurant as a bar back. The head cook was in charge of the steaks. He threw these fancy steaks on the floor, stomped on them with tennis shoes and put them on the grill. He got raves for the tenderness of the steaks. It was plenty busy too. Everybody that went into the kitchen had to change their shoes before they went in or out. Nice job on those brakes ol' son!

[@USbilbo1966]

The only thing I hate about videos now a days is all of the content creators having to worry about what some SA is going to say about processes someone is using during a fix. Most of you are professionals. Eric , Ivan, Ray, Muskie, etc all have to explain that you aren't doing something dangerous. Because if you don't then here comes all of the critics trying to tell you what you are doing wrong. Hats off to you all for having to deal with all of that garbage. I really enjoy all your videos. Learning a lot so I can do it like you do.

[@calholli]

Don't forget, part of the reason you were able to get it done so fast is because Josh helped you clean up and prep those brakes, and also torque the lug nuts and add air in the tire, etc. So you would actually be charging for both guys if you charged by the hour, so it would end up being closer to the book time anyway. When I ran a construction crew, some odd jobs I would charge 40 an hour for each guy on the job.. and I might have 5 or 6 guys there. SO when charging by the hour, you have to charge for all man power- per hour... bare minimum.

[@frankmcdonough3351]

That lisle bearing puller is worth every penny I paid for it!!

[@BartStar009]

I have no problem getting them off with a slide hammer

[@oemytech]

Fastest COMPLETE brake job I have seen n!👍

[@Stevie_B_0828]

Hey Mr. "O", ur already ahead of the game, ALL of the lug nuts came off with relative ease. No lugs/studs snapped, no severely over torqued nuts, no cross-threaded lugs... Smooth sailing, and I'm only 50 seconds into this video. 😎👍

[@rheidtech]

Lol..Me and my buddy used to work at an electrical company. We would work together so good where we would do an electrical service in a half hour and spend the rest of the day fishing. Lol. Smash on it!

[@newman5924]

LOL I love it when Mrs. O comes out to chat and keep Eric on task.

[@markh.6687]

I'd be terribly distracted with Mrs. O. around while I was working. :)

[@fascistpedant758]

3.2 hours sounds about right to me. I was sometimes told that someone else charged half the time I did, but I've also heard of a car coming back with a caliper hanging by one very loose screw. It takes whatever time it takes.

[@mikelafave602]

I've done my own brakes for 35 years and I don't have a tork wrench, NOOO problems!

[@jeffberg8015]

It was cool to see you working when you didn't have the luxury of plenty of time. By the way, that car was remarkably unrusty for a 2013 in NY. Thanks for the video.

[@SST11B]

Great work Mrs O, you got the job done just in time!

[@andrewlisenby9693]

The main thing, Eric, is that you do the job right! You don't cut corners. You do PM that other mechanics/techs would rarely do. You are a jam-up dude! You've also a winner in a woman like Mrs. O.

[@jpack61108]

Love y’all’s relationship. You can feel the genuineness through the phone ❤

[@kevinkoepke8311]

I've always felt better getting a job done under pressure after it's done. Kind of like winning. Thanks, Eric and Vanessa!

[@imTKable]

I love watching your videos. Even after being a tech for years, I learn something new in every video you post. Also the interaction you have with Mrs. O is incredibly refreshing and wholesome.

[@FeralPreacher]

I certainly hope you know how lucky you are to have Mrs O with you. A partner like her is worth everything. God bless you both and stay safe. Thanks for sharing.

[@GlennHamblin]

Very thorough and quality work even under pressure.

[@rightiousangel]

I think this is the first time I've seen you work on a vehicle that isn't falling apart by rust. You'd love it down here in the desert southwest.

[@stevenpollard5171]

Texas, too.

[@FrogOff420]

Man, it’s crazy to me how through KZbin, Eric O. has become a household name. Every shop I’ve worked at down here in Texas has known your name, and directly quoted something they’ve learned from your videos. Love this guy man.

[@eourt1986]

Even when your pressed for time, ya take us along. Thank ya!!! It was hanging by the e-brake cable.

[@paulsmith3998]

Your charge rate explanation was spot on. I started working on cars and trucks in the late 60's. I always worked on a labor and parts commission or a flat rate hour. I found of you wanted to make a "good" living on that income type you worked fast efficient and no comebacks, and never cheating your customers, your ethics are spot on, great work and teaching skills!

[@flatdaddio]

Great work Mr "O". Worth every penny to have your car back in a couple hours. I could never have done that job in that amount of time. It would take me 2 days! 😂

[@fairbanksbrian]

I really like the quick, concise, no-bullshit approach, yet with great camera work. I'm not such a huge fan of the banter near the end of the job, just because it's a bit distracting. It's too easy to screw up when being distracted and rushed. After the car rolls out the door, in my opinion, that's the best place for the fun and interaction, not to mention the nice meal. Just my opinion.

[@stacydornan9765]

Gotta pay for quality work from a competent cat like you Mr O

[@tiredoldmechanic1791]

The bolt replacement is like the head gasket kits that say you have to replace the head bolts but they don't include them. Another is Deutz Diesel says the high pressure fuel lines have to be replaced any time they are loosened but Deutz doesn't ever have any available in the US.

[@ranger178]

i like those brake disks with the anti-rust finish then they don't become a complete pile of rust especially if you don't drive car every day.

[@davidh7339]

No need to spray the CRC Brakleen on those coated rotors.

[@mikechiodetti4482]

Budda boom, budda bing! Nice job Mr. O! Some rust to slow you down, but not like the the cancer cars I've seen you work on. Thanks to Josh for the help and thanks to Mrs. O for the "guidance," humor, and dinner. Mrs. O used guidance at your in-laws and on this job. Speed and accuracy are your trademarks Mr. O. Good Job!

[@nDiggity]

Mrs. O never doubted you. she knows what youre capable of 💪

[@DavidEdwards9801]

20:56 It always made perfect sense to me, like you said a moment before, I don't make up the rules, I just try to follow them. If ya don't like the rules, play a different game. You're good at following the rules, a true inspiration to us all.

[@joelplotecher7051]

Those brake rotors are the same size as our chevy spark tires. Appreciate all you do!

[@frnkjones40]

Mrs. O is a gift from GOD!

[@thomash1923]

THE SHEEP SOUND!!!!! It’s back! Life is good.

[@delbertrohrbach4734]

Watching Eric perform top notch automechanics really improved my skills through the years! I now help other people who don't have the funds to get their vechicles back on the road. It's my way of giving back just like Eric does with his library of videos! Thanks Eric!

[@BartStar009]

if you want a good car just look at what the mechanics drive

[@lucidbarrier]

@@BartStar009 I don't know about that, I went to a couple mechanics and they drive beaters. I bought an Avalon with some problems and a mobile mechanic showed me his Camry with the same 1MZ engine as mine. Car was absolutely filthy with grease and dirt all over the seats and there were misc tools, bolts and sockets all over the back seats. I do have a buddy that is an ASE Master Mechanic and his car is spotless but he takes great pride in his work and he is a genuine car lover. The rest of the mechanics I met have beaters that are filthy. My friend told me it's like a running joke with mechanics, that they drive beaters on purpose because they don't like working on cars when off duty.

[@GaryWhittingham]

I thought the whole point of having your own shop (or business) was to prevent being under pressure every day HAHA. Great vid as usual - I think the kids call it a SPEEDRUN!

[@dougbledsoe259]

WOW! That wuz like a "drive thru" mechanic shop 😂 Great job of "cleanliness" keeping that grease off them brand new rotors. AND, as always, nice to see Mrs. O in the shop keepin it REAL! 😏 REMEMBER, if SHE can do it, YOU can do it 😅🤣 Thanks for lettin us watch..👍😎

[@chuckluperful]

It's a fair rate, because a newer mechanic would have taken the whole time, you shouldn't be Penalized because you are so awesome ! And I didn't even know about the orange lock locktite, I'm switching to orange even though I've been really happy with blue. Thank you Eric

[@MgoBlue24]

Been there done that more than once. Plus side is when it's a job you've done a zillion times you know you can make it happen. Good job Eric, yet another great video.

[@EJ-zn6eo]

Thank you for finally wearing a mask !! We need you here with us....

[@jamespritchett1886]

Best wrench man going. Absolutely

[@johnchambers12]

The shorter time you took was a blessing of experience. It would be very hard to set a time for all skill levels but most can achieve the book time , more experienced tech’s can beat the time. I was in the machining field for 42 years after leaving my dads garage. We had the same problem with meeting/making the time standard.

[@ogcowboy5743]

A very good, highly skilled, highly experienced mechanic with the proper high tech time saving tools can cut the book time in half. Just like Mr. O did in this video.

[@jameshawthorne3082]

I did a bearing on my 2014 impala yesterday, kicked my ass no air tools. Love watching your videos. Great job!

[@pjv767b5]

In the early ‘60s at a ski resort in PA. My Penn State buddy’s mom was in charge of a restaurant who served the best Chili in the area. My friend took me back to the kitchen to show me the “secret ingredient “. They never turned the heat off and they scraped the chili left on customer plates into the mix prior to washing the dishes. I thought wtf, I’m still alive and not sick so I continued to eat the chili. No harm no file as I am 79 and still kicking.

[@MRrwmac]

Eric, Glad Mrs.O was there to supervise or you would have taken 3 minutes longer. Seriously…Very nice work. thanks for the ride…haha

[@peterhodgkins6985]

Outstanding job! You get more done by accident than most people do on purpose. Nothing wrong with charging flat rate and beating the clock with a job done properly. Especially in the rust zone! Speaking of which - That 2013 model is by casual appearance remarkably rust-free. That must be a vehicle that travels south for the winter or that stays in the garage when the roads are salted. It looked to be in terrific shape.

[@BartStar009]

he never told you how much money he makes on the up charge for the parts, that's why he replaces the rotors, most rotors don't need changed

[@peterwill3699]

But if you're in there why not do a whole break job.

[@chrisgabbert658]

One out of 10 goes that smooth.

[@lvsqcsl]

I know recently, Eric, you shared recently at W.U.W. that people can be very insulting in the comments section and you don't post certain things because you may not be an expert on certain topics. (I certainly liked the fact that you applied the fletching of an arrow you were working on incorrectly and you admitted that you did as well.) I hope that I haven't ever done that. You have a gift, please continue to share it with us. Thanks.

[@mdorf61]

I am very happy to see you wearing a mask guy. I would never preach it to you, but I'm glad you're using them 😊

[@mattn6368]

So much respect and admiration for this business and the family that runs it. I've learned a lot over the years watching this channel, laughed and smiled many times. I'm just a part time/hobby mechanic doing repairs and restoring old rusty Japanese sports cars in my spare time, but I love watching the work that goes on in a real shop. Keep up the awesome work Mr and Mrs O (and Josh)!

[@SouthMainAuto]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@robertcochran7103]

You, Mrs. O, and Josh make a really great team!

[@ghost37666]

I can't imagine the amount of work you put into editing this video.

[@jonnyrockets4756]

Love that you double check your lug nuts by hand, most the guys at my shop dont and it drives me crazy.

[@ChrisM78]

It’s never good to let the boss know how fast you can really do things. The next time you’ll get even less😜

[@dennisgundlach87]

Excellent work done by Master Mechanic Eric O. done right the first time every time and on time.

[@roberthawkins8740]

once a rule breaker, always a rule breaker, LOL at least when you were younger. o, there is Mrs. Erie O, gently pushing her man to get it done. good to see her on video.

[@donaldsanders7234]

Heck, I would pay the book rate at his shop. How many shops out there go thru all the steps of grinding away rust, lubing up all the different spots on the calipers and bolt etc. After Eric O is done those brake's are as good as new or better. Thanks, I may not be able to do the work myself anymore, but I certainly enjoy learning what Eric O is showing/teaching. Keep it up!

[@dirkg7062]

I LEARN SO MUCH FROM THIS GUY! Thank you Eric!

[@trunkmonkey355]

Glad to see you wearing a mask when grinding on the wheel hubs. Looking forward to many more years of videos!

[@jimgandee2570]

You better put it in high gear! Ha, love it! I have absolutely no problem with a good technician charging the flat rate time if it is more than the actual time. The reason he was able to complete the job faster than the flat rate time is due to having the correct, specialized tools and experience all of which cost money!

[@JBlake-moon-shdo]

One of the funniest videos yet. But please don't throw you son Josh under the bus. I'm retired now but I do remember that pressure damn well. Great video...pal.

[@dans_Learning_Curve]

More of you and Mrs O's banter!!😂😂😅 She can give it and take it!!

[@boomerdrillman]

Well done as usual, all the details attended to. Customer is driving a vehicle with a proper brake job. The price is unimportant!!

[@dst6619]

Atta girl ms. O! make sure he tows The line and gets it done😉