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Today we’re rebuilding the rear brake calipers on a DeLorean — a job that solves common issues such as dragging brakes, uneven pad wear, sticking pistons, and handbrake imbalance. The DeLorean’s rear calipers have some unique design quirks, including the integrated...
Learn practical lab-scope workflows you can use today. We reinforce the basics with real-world tests: checking primary ignition current with a low-amp probe, verifying an entire bank of coils via the common power feed, reading fuel-pump current through a fuse-loop...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Check out our website - sixstarautomotive.com If you like this video, check out @ScannerDanner he is the GOAT here. In this video, I take a deeper dive into how I use the LOADpro Dynamic Test Leads along with the Power Probe for real-world diagnostics. After...
Our website - sixstarautomotive.com At Six Star Automotive, efficiency isn’t just for the shop floor—it starts in the front office. In this video, I show the process of building a brand-new service advisor desk designed to streamline daily operations. By centralizing...
One of the most important things to do when buying a new (used) car, is to have it inspected by someone who in non-bias and can give you some insight as to the kinds of things you should look for in a car, and specifically that car.
Buying a used car? A pre-purchase inspection (PPI) could save you thousands. In this video, we break down why getting a vehicle inspected before you buy is one of the smartest moves you can make—whether you’re buying from a dealer, private seller, or online.
🛠️ What’s covered:
What a pre-purchase inspection includes
Why PPIs uncover hidden issues sellers may not mention
Common red flags found during inspections
What tools and diagnostics are used
Why you should never rely on a Carfax alone
How a clean-looking car can still be a money pit
What a good inspection report should include
How to use a PPI to negotiate the sale price
Essential viewing if you’re considering a Subaru, Toyota, Honda, Ford, Chevy, or any used vehicle. This is real-world advice from an actual shop that’s inspected hundreds of cars.
⚠️ Don’t buy someone else’s problem. Get it inspected first.
🔔 Subscribe for honest auto advice from professionals who see the reality behind the shiny paint.
👍 Like and comment if a PPI ever saved you from buying a lemon!
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