MotorAbility

02/19/2026

02/03/2026

When your check engine light comes on, connecting our diagnostic scanner is the first step in the process, scanners are helpful but don't do the work for you.

01/13/2026

Yes, 5 cylinders, rear timing chain...do not try this at home

01/13/2026

Today we have the 5 cylinder VW engine with the dreaded head gasket leak. Interesting note on this engine, the timing chain is on the transmission side of the engine.

01/09/2026

Kyle getting busted on cameras not plowing

01/09/2026

Engine had a rattle upon start up. This bolt was bouncing around behind the tone ring. Similar to a rod knock, further investigation revealed the true cause. The bolt was surgically removed and an acceptable reshaping of the aluminum ring was successful. Attention to detail is extremely important on any repair to avoid possible damage.

01/06/2026

It's engine day in the shop. Jadon has pretty much destroyed any personal best record I may have had over the years so I just save these jobs for him

12/23/2025

Customer came in for a transmission replacement shortly after another shop installed a used engine. We were asked to locate a substantial oil leak from the engine if we had time. We found that someone had broken the Solenoid housing, sprayed foam into the housing and sent it to the customer. We are replacing the affected parts and customer will be back on the road. Trying to save money doesn't always work out.