Are Burnouts an Appropriate Way for Mechanics to Road Test Cars?

[Patcon]

Not any mechanic I would use. Like Wheee said, I don't do burnouts in my car why would I let my mechanic do it.

 

[240260280]

I am guessing possible  Ujoint Damage, differential damage, clutch damage, Front Differential Mount Damage, maybe differential retaining strap damage and a louder clunk.

[siteunseen]

4 hours ago, SteveJ said:

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This reminds me of a painting my Mom had, "If you can't baffle them with brilliance buffalo them with bulls**t".

[718Miata]

Brad’s explanation for the burnouts is cut and pasted directly from his email. Perhaps next I’ll post his explanation for SZR’s failed electrical work. 

[siteunseen]

 

3 minutes ago, 718Miata said:

Brad’s explanation for the burnouts is cut and pasted directly from his email. Perhaps next I’ll post his explanation for SZR’s failed electrical work. 

We all like a good chuckle, sorry it's on your dime though.

[grannyknot]

They are complete hacks, find a another mechanic. Better yet learn to diy.

[240260280]

They just have a Facebook page.... weak company.

 

[26th-Z]

Great conversation - complete Homer Simpson!  Don't take your car to them any more.

[87mj]

Wow.  Reading this post really put me in a bad mood.  Beat the crap out of someone else's classic car....

[grannyknot]

2 hours ago, 87mj said:

Wow.  Reading this post really put me in a bad mood.  Beat the crap out of someone else's classic car....

...and then charge them money for it and tell them it's all fixed!  Unbelievable.

[psdenno]

4 hours ago, grannyknot said:

...and then charge them money for it and tell them it's all fixed!  Unbelievable.

Is there a state licensing board to complain to?

I’d be interested in seeing the service procedural checklist and summary sheet.

If they have one it probably looks something like this:

1. Replace plugs, wires, points, rotor, condenser, & cap
2. Set timing
3. Check brakes for wear
4. Check brake fluid
5. Check tire pressure
6. Adjust clutch
7. Change oil & filter
8. Top off radiator fluid
9. Check to see if owner is in the waiting area
10. Drive it like you stole it

[siteunseen]

My Dad always rubbed the rear panels to find a handful of tar. That was his white glove test and the start of my get bitched out day.