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The automotive industry is not dying…

The automotive industry is not dying…

Everyone’s talking about how bad the automotive industry is right now — low pay, burnout, lack of respect, and technicians leaving the trade. But that’s only half the story. In this video, I talk about what’s really going on in the automotive world — and why it’s not...

Stop Guessing, Start Scoping (Lets start with the basics)

Stop Guessing, Start Scoping (Lets start with the basics)

Automotive Lab Scope Basics | Understanding the uScope In this video, we walk through the fundamentals of using a lab scope (automotive oscilloscope) — what it does, how it works, and why it’s one of the most powerful diagnostic tools you can own. Using a signal...

Delorean Relay Update Kit and Some Basic Electronics Fundamentals

Delorean Relay Update Kit and Some Basic Electronics Fundamentals

Dont forget to check out our website - sixstarautomotive.com Is your DeLorean suffering from unreliable electrics, random stalling, or cooling fan problems? In this video, I install the K111168A Improved Relay Update Kit and show you exactly how to upgrade the...

How to use the Load Pro Test leads

How to use the Load Pro Test leads

In this video, I go in-depth on how the LOADpro Dynamic Test Leads work and how I pair them with the Power Probe for faster circuit testing. I build a simple circuit to demonstrate real-worldish conditions and show why a circuit can appear to have full voltage—but...

Inside Six Star Automotive: Updates, Layout & Efficiency

Inside Six Star Automotive: Updates, Layout & Efficiency

We have invested heavily in our shop to serve you better. In this tour, I walk you from the frontage and after-hours drop box through our front shop (new floor + new lifts + reorganized layout for efficiency), into the inventory room where we stock high-quality OE...

(Episode I) Brakes Explained – What They Do How They Work

I figured I make a series on brakes. There was just way too much information to get out in one video. Stay tuned to catch the rest of the series.

Your brakes are your vehicle’s most important safety system. In this video, we break down everything you need to know about car brakes—how they work, when to service them, and what to watch out for before they fail.

🔧 You’ll learn:

How brake systems work (pads, rotors, calipers, fluid, and ABS)

Signs you need new brakes (squeaking, grinding, soft pedal, vibration)

How to tell if it’s pads, rotors, or something else

Why delaying brake service can cause expensive damage

How ABS and brake fluid impact braking performance Common causes of uneven wear and brake pulsation

Real-world examples from the shop

Tips to extend the life of your brakes

Whether you’re driving a Subaru, Toyota, Honda, Ford, Chevy, or anything else, this is must-know info for anyone who wants to stay safe on the road and avoid costly repairs.

⚠️ If your car is making noise or not stopping like it should—don’t wait.

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