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 Posted: Sun Mar 2nd, 2008 10:06 pm
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scottran



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Being an auto repair shop owner I know all too well about what the auto makers are trying to do.  The main thing they try to do is put an embargo on the repair info.  They have tried to hold back the service manual info so independants cant properly diagnose and repair autos.  Without the proper info it is near impossible to repair todays electrical systems.  Next there are some transmissions that are semi sealed units.  There is no dip stick to check the fluid.  You have to do it under the vehicle or have special tools.  This is one reason why I am in the process of moving from repairing cars to restoring antique tractors full time.  I dont have to worry about being forced out of that profession like i do with the autos.  Dont even get me started on the coming nightmare of repairing hybrids.  Scott