Reddit Users Share DIY Mechanic Fails: These Amateurs Really Should Have Hired A Professional
When your car has an issue, the best thing you can do is take it to a mechanic unless you're for sure you know what you're doing. If there's even the slightest doubt in your mind, don't try it.
The following people proved DIY car repair shouldn't be a thing. Either take it to a professional or crank up the music to drown out that weird rattling sound. Keep reading to learn more.
That Looks Legit
Would you try running your minivan on three regular wheels and one wooden one?
It looks like this person tried it, but it doesn't seem like the best idea to carry out.
Put A Cork In It
Hey, they don't say put a cork in it for their health. In this situation, they should've taken the car into the shop.
I'm sure it worked while they had it like that, but at what cost?
This Battery Placement
Wow, I've never seen anyone put their battery in this location. How did they even come up with this idea?
Some cars use this strategy, but there's a reason not everyone does it.
Just Take It In
If you're resorting to a brush as your side mirror, you should've taken your car in yesterday.
This little brush isn't going to give you the same view as a regular car mirror.
Would You Try This?
Here's one way you can fix your headlight, but you really shouldn't consider doing this.
Tossing a medicine bottle and leftover container shouldn't even be in your thought process when it comes to fixing your lights.
Yes, That's The Correct Way
Some people have no idea what they're doing when it comes to handling their cars and this is proof.
Dealing with the air nozzle is one of the easiest things anyone can do, but still.
The Fuel Line Wasn't Long Enough
When the fuel line isn't long enough, the best thing to do is insert a pen.
Okay, no, that's a huge lie. I can't even believe someone came up with something like this.
Keeping It Lifted
Yeah, this seems like it'll get someone very far! No, it doesn't — this looks more like a death trap.
I can't wrap my head around how people come up with wild things like this.
Playing Around With Tires?
How do you think putting ice inside a tire is a good thing to do? That's the thing you should never consider.
Even if you live in a cold climate, filling your tire with ice is a bad idea.
Forking The Hood
A fork has more purposes than one might consider. Apparently, you can use it to open the hood.
It's not the best thing to look at, but it seems like it gets the job for people.
An A/C Hack
Hey, this isn't such a bad idea. Some people have A/C that doesn't reach to the back.
If it's the summer and you have at least one person in the back, they're going to have to feel the cool air.
An Interesting Car Combination
Does a soccer parent drive this or someone who does work in construction? There's too many vibes with this thing.
You'll never know what kind of vehicle it is because not even the person who did this knows.
Let The Mechanic Figure Out Your Air
Have you ever seen anyone with this setup in real life? It might be hard to find because it isn't a good idea.
If they need cool air circulating, they should have brought this classic beauty into the shop.
It's A Quick Fix
Someone must have looked up to MacGyver growing up if they pulled a move like this.
Taking chances on the exhaust pipe doesn't seem like the bright thing to do, even if it seems as secure as this does.
How To Cover The Check Engine Light
This is how you cover the check engine light if you're in high school. Who do you think you're fooling?
You're only delaying the inevitable with a silly hoax. Remove the sticker, man.
There's No Way
They really added a screwdriver underneath the car with duct tape. What was this person thinking?
The mechanic probably had a nice laugh before losing their mind. You have to be down on your luck to do this.
So Many Questions...
The way I see it, this person drove this car like he was Santa on Christmas Eve.
It's like he's pulling the string as if he controlled the reindeer. I don't even want to know the whole story.
