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HumbleMechanic
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On Humble Mechanic we talk about many areas of the car repair world. I teach about cars, car parts, and even do DIY videos. Also, if you are a mechanic, or thinking about becoming a technician or mechanic I show you how to get started
I am a master certified Volkswagen technician. I have been fixing broken VWs for over 10 years. I have also been training and mentoring young techs for about 10 years. I have seen a lot in my career, and I am happy to share those experiences with you.
Be sure to follow at HumbleMechanic.com, and all the fun social sites. Links are below.
I am a master certified Volkswagen technician. I have been fixing broken VWs for over 10 years. I have also been training and mentoring young techs for about 10 years. I have seen a lot in my career, and I am happy to share those experiences with you.
Be sure to follow at HumbleMechanic.com, and all the fun social sites. Links are below.
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jc1796
(3 minutes ago)
This guy was clean shaven when he started looking for the draw.
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clintlambert689
(10 minutes ago)
I’ve used this method with success several times. I’ve recently learned an extra hint to go along with this test. Prior to testing each fuse(especially with vehicles with a large amount of fuses), use a thermal image camera to look at the fuses. The one with the draw will show up warmer than the rest. Helps pinpoint the circuit quickly.
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b_gumm
(17 minutes ago)
Electrical Engineer here; didnt realize that fuses has a large enough resistance to them to detect a significant enough voltage drop to calc amperage off of. Interesting technique. Thanks.
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mikewest712
(28 minutes ago)
When I worked as a diesel mechanic it was always aftermarket shit. Even high end GPS trackers that were tamperproof. Always start with aftermarket add ons.
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ih560na
(31 minutes ago)
Had a draw on a skid steer. Not as much out there for help with equipment as there is for automotive. A fuse panel is a fuse panel so I administered your test and used in line amp draw method. Ended up being a bad starter. Thank you for taking the time to share the knowledge
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klyddmeisters
(46 minutes ago)
Its very important to check fuses before start metering. If a fuse is blown you might have 12v on one side and ground on the other (through a windshieldmotor or windowheater etc) and your multimeter might get damaged when measuring up to 300mV. Set meter to 20v dc atleast and do this test before switching over to 300mV.
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