@You Wish I don't think it was meant as a statement that draws sympathy. I think the statement is only showing love for cars. My dad was absent, but a good guy, and just never showed me anything really car wise, so I got into cars on my own and because of my friends the same as @LegitStreetCars.
My Dad was/is around, was an ASE master tech (and Detroit Diesel master tech, Allison master tech, etc), and never really spent much time bothering to teach me anything.. He just didn't have the patience for it and as I got older it became clear that we don't work well together anyhow. So... Dad around, not around, and his knowledge base can give you a boost, but it's certainly not the end all be all of what you can accomplish. I didn't really start wrenching, and learning, until I just bought a POS car and dragged it home.... he was also super against me doing that. So, he actively tried to keep me from learning (to an extent).
@You Wish Trust me... It's not like that. My Dad is just... frustrating. Anyhow, the point here isn't to rag on my pops, the point is that anyone can do it no matter where they start and what might look like an advantage or disadvantage isn't always the case. Only you live your life.
@@Ivonmorr ...for now. Who knows what insane thing will come up to make them change their minds or what new hoops await. They could change the monetization requirements to 1 million subs, minimum, just to rob creators. That's basically what just happened with the 1,000 subs / 4000 watched hours change. It doesn't sound like a lot, but it is... You're putting in work for a long time before you get to that point and you're spending money to do it, not making money.
Don't think he's got too much to worry about since all he's doing is being an honest guy and genuinely helping people. I can't complain. And I usually get some much-needed laughter from every video! The guy's hilarious!!!👍
I didn’t do well in high school either, but excelled in my auto class because I enjoyed it. I never knew what I wanted to do until I got my first car and had to fix it myself and realized this is what I love and what I want to do. I’m now an apprentice mechanic, and I go into work everyday happy and excited to learn new things. You just have to find what you enjoy and do it. Don’t worry about making money, when you love what you do you’ll be great at it and the money will come.
I am honestly just realizing how lucky I am to have RUclips I am 17 and have what I would consider a lot of knowledge about cars solely from RUclips, and it took me a second to realize you never used to be able to do that.
As a husband and a dad, I fully support your decision and I'll keep watching your videos and stories. Keep it this way and keep learning. You're rocking it!
Cars have taught me one thing, well 2.. first is that they are a catalyst for personal growth and a beacon to gravitate towards and build upon. This inherently improves you as a person. The second thing it teaches you, is how to curse like a drunk soldier* *drunk soldier/ lifelong gear head
Also, self-control. Can't tell you how many times I've raised a tool in frustration and had to tell myself "don't do it, you'll just have to fix that too!".
Before I went full time as a financial advisor, I had a regular job because finance is mostly commission. The advice I will give you is always make income, while working towards outcome!
As someone who lacks direction in life and don't know what i want to do with my life, this video is very inspiring. Thank you. Unsure as to why this video doesn't have more views.
And everyone wonders why Snap-on is on the brink of bankruptcy with all the store tool brands really upping their game. Heck Pittsburgh tools isn't even all bad anymore.. Sad to see how things have changed, but I'm thankful I don't have to sell my soul anymore for a decent socket set.
I'm not going to lie bro, everytime I had an opportunity to drive your Trans Am at I absolutely loved it. You're one of the people that inspired me to work hard and fix up my Camaro I had at the time. Great times and great memories bro. Keep up the hard work.
It’s been pouring with rain here all day, and hearing about your journey growing up was a real ray of sunshine - especially the bit about digging through junkyards with your Mum. Thanks for what you do, Alex 👍🏻
Hey Alex! Almost 3 years later you’re finally doing RUclips full time! I’ve been watching your channel for years and it’s awesome to see a fellow Chicagoan doing great
I will be showing my 16 year old son this video which proves that hard work, self belief and a passion for your work can get you what you want in life! Good work mate and well done!
Hey Alex, I've always wanted to say good job on the videos. I've never owned a Mercedes (or a European car) but your video are super interesting and I learn alot about cars I will probably never own. As a person and family that have had public jobs, don't give up that job. You will thank yourself later on when the benefits of years of work start coming in. Keep up the good work
What a great and inspiring story. Thank you for sharing this with us. I'd love to see many more videos on this channel and I understand your need for a balanced life with a "regular job". Maybe one day you'll move to a full-time RUclipsr and I am sure many of us will be delighted.
NFS4LFE I work as an apprentice technician, and never have any real issues when working on customer cars. It’s always when I try to do something quick and easy on my car that It turns into an issue lol. Getting the Factpry service manual and having a decent set of tools will make life so much easier.
Start making videos and your success rate will drop by an additional 50%. I swear that as soon as I hit the record button my IQ drops by half and my bad luck quadruples... and I have a boatload of tools.
I went to an automotive school and what I learn from it is unless you go into a high end dealer ship such as Mercedes Benz or Bmw it is not worth it. I end up at Toyota and after a year call it quits. No regrets I still learn a lot and it was a good experience.
Yeah Alex! So stoked for you man. As I did a typically 3hr "brisk return home" in 2hrs tonight in my E320 CDI-all while getting 36.7mpg, I actually thought about the first time I saw your channel on the CDI and started to research and find my car. For that I THANK YOU MY FRIEND!! Solid work.
Just recently stumbled across your channel, and to be 100% honest, you produce some great content. Keep building your community, so when you do decide to make it your career, you have everything set up to keep being successful. Good on ya man.
I've recently entered as an apprentice for a fleet company. It's been a learning experience but I'm glad I get to work with a technician. I hope to learn as much as I can all the time
Great story and thanks for sharing! I was an ASE certified technician 15 years ago and left the field to pursue a degree in engineering. Glad I don't wrench for a living anymore but something like fleet Management sounds like a good balance, and I miss working around cars. Definitely a wise move to keep RUclips as a hobby and great way to fund your projects. Thanks for keeping the videos coming!
I was the same self taught. School of hard knocks. Any body looking to get in field get in a shop learn all ya can. Learn all you can outside of work. Don’t give up. Honestly it’s refreshing to hear positive story of the field.
Thanks for all of the informative vids. I wouldn't go to university nowadays either. No point in starting your professional life $350k in debt for a 4 year degree. Btw, did you ever learn how to fill the oil? I kid!
Where are you paying 350k? Average is 30k. Y’all cry about it being expenses but don’t bat an eye about getting a 50k car loan at 12%apr for 10 years.😂
Great hearing your story, Iv'e been in the motor trade in the UK all my life and I know nothiong else but it's been fun(most of the time) but it's changed so much over the years, cars are so much more reliable these days. Love your channel, makes me wish I had your setup with garage and a lift, I would be in there all day every day....keep up the good work.
@@DStabs720 I think cars have got mechanically more reliable but yeah I would have to agree that a lot of electrical parts give a lot of trouble these days, TPMS seems to be one of the items people moan about, lights keep coming on dash even though tyre pressures are ok.Of course I'm a fine one to talk I drive a 2003 Saab :)
I'm not much of a car guy. For me, your channel attraction is really you: the way you talk and explain things, the patience and heart you put into fixing things. As long as I can feel that care and dedication, I'll keep watching.
But any things can happen with RUclips they can decide to cut the money they are paying creators like Alex . Big companies get pissed when people they are paying start making too much money they will come up with a reason to cut them back . Another thing is when you are young you do not think about pensions that much , but I will guarantee you when you get older you will , and if you are lucky enough to have one you will be very thankful . you
Super inspirational stuff Alex! Bought my E55 nearly 3 years ago because of your videos and it's still my only car. Have used lots of your vids to learn how to service it. Keep up the good work
Honestly stick with what you're doing i think the videos and schedule work well plus having a job is enabling you to get projects while not relying on RUclips Ads to make a living
I consider myself a big AMG fan. But, this was my favorite video of yours', Alex. Great stuff. Similar story here. One of the best motivators to learn something is having a broken car and needing to be somewhere while broke.
Love your story man. And how hard and consistent you have worked you can see the fun and love you have for cars in all your vids. Which i am watching all of
I used to love looking out the window at cars on the road as a kid, and when I was really young I’d sometimes look inside neighbors cars through the car’s windows. Of course I don’t do the latter anymore but my auto passion was reignited when I got my permit 3 years ago, after which I read up on all automakers in existence, what kinds of cars they built and what those cars were called. The mother load for me was finding out which cars were hybrids and electric and how much their mileage was boosted. That said, awesome video!
When I was thinking about being a mechanic I was always told by mechanics "DON'T DO IT". After having avoided their wisdom I became a mechanic and now I share their wisdom when someone says they want to be a mechanic. I really enjoy working on cars but when it is done to earn a living, it is less enjoyable.
@@71sc502 It seems to me it would give you a feeling of satisfaction to fix a car that had a problem or to install new brakes, etc. You actually made a difference! Most jobs don't give you that feeling. You didn't get that?
Listening to this while doing a transmission and front brake service on my dd. Perfect timing too, because I couldn't find a single thing on RUclips I wanted to listen too.
Alex i am proud to say you’re the main reason i got into mercedes. I’m 18 and own a w210 e55 and i just bought a w221 s550 to daily drive . Keep the vids coming!
Alex, your story was great! It worked out very well for you and I am happy for you and your family. Keep RUclips as side/extra $. You have a dependable job with good benefits that you enjoy. If everyone could be so lucky.
I just retired from a large school district, in the fleet section, it was a great job, loved my co-workers, some very knowledgeable technicians, the variety of vehicals from school buses to bobcats, caterpillars and large lawnmower was fun, I understand where you are coming from.
Mamas don’t let your babies grow up to be (auto mechanics) don’t let em play guitar or drive big ol trucks, make sure they’re doctors and lawyers n stuff!
Alex - thank you for posting your story. What a great story - you have done so well with your life! I'm sure you will encounter continued success using your legit work ethic!
Your story is very inspiring. I have a beginner level knowledge of cars and sometimes I feel I'm too late to even start learning, but your story was a ton of fun to listen to and I'm glad you got to where you are, you deserve it!
You remind me of my old man now after hearing this. Love the determination no chip on ur shoulder attitude, respect bro. ......ur prolly a pretty awesome dad too. 👊🏼🍻
Grew up without Dad too Alex learned hard way..around big trucks too still working around them in South Dakota now just moved here…enjoy you a lot you are an awesome man thanks for sharing..Hey Max…
PERFECT timing on this video! I had just asked my son, who's a junior, to sit down with me and talk about tech school. And you published this video. Very helpful. Thank you, sir.
I went to college, and I still have an almost exact similar story to you. Cars are just cool, and you get paid good for it, if you're smart at it, or if you're just good at it and work hard.
Hey saw your video on oil leaks, I have a C250 Sports and really like it. I saw you talking and was like WOW! this guy really knows his stuff, of course once hearing you're an EX-Mercedes Mechanic I was like this is my go to guy. Glad you're doing these videos to help us save a lot of money. Big thanks!!
Great Video , I’ve been with Mercedes for 6 years now , they changed how long it takes to become Master Certified . You have to have 5 years with Mercedes and complete 37 days of in class training and over 70 hours of online training . You also have to attend a face to face written knowledge and practical assessment ..
Alex, I've been following your channel since you bought the C63. You turned me into a Mercedes guy. When it was time to upgrade my old Acura TL I started looking at the Mercedes lineup. Just bought a 2013 CLS 4-Matic last month. Because of your Renntech admiration I bought a tune. The car now has a 'Legit' 540 HP in sport mode. Love the car and love your channel. Great heart to heart story!!......BTW: Yeah, with kids and wife, best keep the government job with solid insurance or you might wind up single and broke with a 2005 Chevy Cobalt.
Your story sounds somewhat similar to mine. I always loved cars and my father and grandfather really stoked that fire in me. However, I never really turned a wrench when I inherited my grandfather’s 1967 Mustang. I went full tilt tearing that thing apart just to learn how it worked, breaking or damaging many expensive parts to replace. Caught the bug and turned wrench professionally for the better part of 20 years, proud of who I was and what I could do. However, I took a job with a big packaging company fixing trucks and one month in that job killed any ambition or hope in me and my abilities. I gave it up about 2 years ago now and I have to say, I don’t miss it whatsoever. I still love to do the work, but I will never do it for a living anymore. I am much happier, and cleaner, selling the parts for them at the local Ford garage.
I'm not really a Mercedes guy myself, but ive got tons of respect for people who work on them. Every auto maker has its weird differences. I mainly work on ford's and I completely agree, sometimes you just gotta jump in and teach yourself how to fix and do stuff. Keep up the great content man!
Good come up story!! Man it’s all about the work you put into your passion. When you create that situation, you get paid to do what you love & learn at the same time.
currently a 17 year old hs student i have always loved cars and i plan on going to a tech school after graduation the program is sick i went in for a campus tour and the environment has me very interested i appreciate the gems and you sharing your journey 🙏🏾
That's great to hear that you are a normal guy who likes his cars. Thanks for making great videos! As far as I know, you are the largest midwest automotive youtuber!
Good stuff man, I'm about to turn 26 but really considering switching careers to do this, I genuinely enjoy working on cars and would love to just do it rather than wasting time on a job I don't enjoy.
I love all your videos Alex, i'm a hardcore mercedes fan, but i also like pretty much anything motor related, as long as you enjoy what you're doing, i'm sure your dedicated fans will too. look forward to the next one
Stumbled across your channel and in your most recent video I was going to ask "whats your story?". Glad I kept looking through the rest of your videos. I've wanted to be a tech since I was 16 but joined the military. Now I'm on my way out but working on other people's broken stuff and my own stuff is still all I want to do. Glad to see it's possible thanks to your story.
Thank you, I needed to hear this. Very motivational story. I work as a technician at Caterpillar and have been discouraged lately. I want to be a better technician and really understand cars and heavy machinery.
Can’t believe I just heard your story. Dots the I’s, crosses the T’s ! Been actively watching you for over a year, since the install of your car lift which is where you first popped up on my youtube search. I’m very picky about what I subscibe to, but always enjoy all your installments. Regular guy stuff ! Living a full existence and having a very active mind reminds me of me, except my focus is elsewhere. That said......keep up the good work !
Don't quite your day job, no need to add videos everyday. Once a week is enough, you let us anticipate what is coming in next video. Wish you all the best from Macedonia
I have followed you r channel for some time now, I enjoy your content. I am glad that there are people like you to inspire us ! I love you mercedes. Keep the mercedes projects comming !
Always wondered about how you got started and appreciate the background and your thoughts on full-time RUclips. Thanks and best of luck in whatever you decide!
You're an inspiration to many. Humble beginnings. No BSing around to get views, etc. Been watching ur vids for quite a while. Just recently decided to sub. Keep it up.
I saw the name of the video and thought “ I can relate “ because I knew nothing about cars one year ago but I make sure to learn everyday. I still clicked on this video because if I’ve learned anything it’s that even if you think you know everything about a topic there is always more to learn
This video is awesome!!! I don’t know why I never saw it before. It is satisfying to see you in this video and where you are now! Keep up the good work!!
This is exactly what I want to be! I didn't get my license until I was like 26 and then I became a car guy in my 30's and have been doing any work I can do myself. Many first times recently for me
What was your German car? Mine was a 2000 S430 I bought for $1,500 with a misdiagnosed bad engine!
2002 E270, sbc unit fault :) $150
LegitStreetCars 2008 Audi S8. Just sold it last week after 5 years. I don’t want to talk about it....
UrQuattro the original daddy from group B rally
2000 E55 AMG, clogged automatic trans filter, previous owner thought the trans was completely broke so got it for a good price :))
04 745i, leaks oil from everywhere but i love it
“I didn’t have a Dad around me to teach me”.....you are a real deal. Very good for you, Man. Now, have five kids and teach’em all you know.
Amen!
@You Wish I don't think it was meant as a statement that draws sympathy. I think the statement is only showing love for cars. My dad was absent, but a good guy, and just never showed me anything really car wise, so I got into cars on my own and because of my friends the same as @LegitStreetCars.
My Dad was/is around, was an ASE master tech (and Detroit Diesel master tech, Allison master tech, etc), and never really spent much time bothering to teach me anything.. He just didn't have the patience for it and as I got older it became clear that we don't work well together anyhow.
So... Dad around, not around, and his knowledge base can give you a boost, but it's certainly not the end all be all of what you can accomplish. I didn't really start wrenching, and learning, until I just bought a POS car and dragged it home.... he was also super against me doing that. So, he actively tried to keep me from learning (to an extent).
@You Wish Trust me... It's not like that. My Dad is just... frustrating. Anyhow, the point here isn't to rag on my pops, the point is that anyone can do it no matter where they start and what might look like an advantage or disadvantage isn't always the case. Only you live your life.
I had a father around but he wanted me to be a doctor. I ended up having my own business.
You're definately doing the right thing. RUclips as it stands can't be trusted not to arbitrarily change their monetization scheme
Yep they can also cancel your channel at any time with no questions asked and no recourse
Automotive channels are relatively safe from the whole demonetization thing.
@@Ivonmorr ...for now. Who knows what insane thing will come up to make them change their minds or what new hoops await. They could change the monetization requirements to 1 million subs, minimum, just to rob creators. That's basically what just happened with the 1,000 subs / 4000 watched hours change. It doesn't sound like a lot, but it is... You're putting in work for a long time before you get to that point and you're spending money to do it, not making money.
Don't think he's got too much to worry about since all he's doing is being an honest guy and genuinely helping people. I can't complain. And I usually get some much-needed laughter from every video! The guy's hilarious!!!👍
I didn’t do well in high school either, but excelled in my auto class because I enjoyed it. I never knew what I wanted to do until I got my first car and had to fix it myself and realized this is what I love and what I want to do. I’m now an apprentice mechanic, and I go into work everyday happy and excited to learn new things. You just have to find what you enjoy and do it. Don’t worry about making money, when you love what you do you’ll be great at it and the money will come.
Just make sure you don't overwork yourself
Love to hear it 🤙.
Hows it going for u now bro ?
Hope all is well brother. Ur comment really stuck with me. Im doing the same thing.
Hope u can give us a follow-up comment soon !
I am honestly just realizing how lucky I am to have RUclips I am 17 and have what I would consider a lot of knowledge about cars solely from RUclips, and it took me a second to realize you never used to be able to do that.
Hands down the best channel for Mercedes owners right here🙌
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As a husband and a dad, I fully support your decision and I'll keep watching your videos and stories. Keep it this way and keep learning. You're rocking it!
Cars have taught me one thing, well 2.. first is that they are a catalyst for personal growth and a beacon to gravitate towards and build upon. This inherently improves you as a person. The second thing it teaches you, is how to curse like a drunk soldier*
*drunk soldier/ lifelong gear head
Haha
Heck I enjoy making up new Cuss words while working on my cars.
LOL
Also, self-control. Can't tell you how many times I've raised a tool in frustration and had to tell myself "don't do it, you'll just have to fix that too!".
Before I went full time as a financial advisor, I had a regular job because finance is mostly commission. The advice I will give you is always make income, while working towards outcome!
Alex, if you were a BMW tech you would know the oil goes on the garage floor. It's gonna end up there anyway. 😁
Woody Balto LOL
Broke
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*NATO knows your location*
*NATO knows your location*
😂😂😂😂
I smell a G wagon coming.....
@Reality Lives A RL would be awesome to see. I've always loved them
r63 amg
@@toddtempleton9321 g63 is better
A G63 does the quarter mile in 12.5 and the R63 does it in slightly over 13 seconds. So it’s definitely a AMG G Wagon.
It’s not an r since the r63 has infotainment
As someone who lacks direction in life and don't know what i want to do with my life, this video is very inspiring. Thank you. Unsure as to why this video doesn't have more views.
$12,000 worth of Snap On tools, so a set of socket and a screwdriver?
LOL!! c'mon, you can get two screwdrivers for that money!
Mr. Blue fr😂
and "free" hat.....and don't turn in a broken screwdriver you used as a pry bar or you'll lose your Snap On benefits
And everyone wonders why Snap-on is on the brink of bankruptcy with all the store tool brands really upping their game. Heck Pittsburgh tools isn't even all bad anymore.. Sad to see how things have changed, but I'm thankful I don't have to sell my soul anymore for a decent socket set.
you'll probably get some sort of plastic case as well but i think you covered it
I went to Laramie Wyotech just after I turned 18 2016 and now I’m 22, managing and a fleet of about 60 tow trucks
I'm not going to lie bro, everytime I had an opportunity to drive your Trans Am at I absolutely loved it. You're one of the people that inspired me to work hard and fix up my Camaro I had at the time. Great times and great memories bro. Keep up the hard work.
What a great story! Cars are my life and I love watching others who are successful with them!
It’s been pouring with rain here all day, and hearing about your journey growing up was a real ray of sunshine - especially the bit about digging through junkyards with your Mum. Thanks for what you do, Alex 👍🏻
Alex, I look back to my senior year in High School, and can only wish I had the determination and drive you did. 1968 was a LONG time ago!
Hey Alex! Almost 3 years later you’re finally doing RUclips full time! I’ve been watching your channel for years and it’s awesome to see a fellow Chicagoan doing great
Great story of your history as an automotive technician. Enjoyed it tremendously.
I will be showing my 16 year old son this video which proves that hard work, self belief and a passion for your work can get you what you want in life! Good work mate and well done!
Hey Alex, I've always wanted to say good job on the videos. I've never owned a Mercedes (or a European car) but your video are super interesting and I learn alot about cars I will probably never own. As a person and family that have had public jobs, don't give up that job. You will thank yourself later on when the benefits of years of work start coming in. Keep up the good work
Just found a love for cars my senior year, I am going into automotive with almost no experience. Thank you for this video it's so encouraging!
Dude if you love you're job don't do full-time RUclips, it's to unconsistent
PD fleet career vs. part time RUclipsr...
The easy answer is "my family and future come first so never" Keep up the great work. Love your videos
What a great and inspiring story. Thank you for sharing this with us.
I'd love to see many more videos on this channel and I understand your need for a balanced life with a "regular job".
Maybe one day you'll move to a full-time RUclipsr and I am sure many of us will be delighted.
I’m still bumbling when servicing my car. Seems like I have a 50% success rate when I do something. I blame my lack of tools lol
NFS4LFE I work as an apprentice technician, and never have any real issues when working on customer cars. It’s always when I try to do something quick and easy on my car that It turns into an issue lol. Getting the Factpry service manual and having a decent set of tools will make life so much easier.
Yep. Every single issue I ever had working on my car was simply because I didn't have the right tools. Makes all the difference.
Start making videos and your success rate will drop by an additional 50%. I swear that as soon as I hit the record button my IQ drops by half and my bad luck quadruples... and I have a boatload of tools.
Pretty fly for a WiFi LMAOOOOO
@@TheBrokenLife Now that's must see TV!!
I went to an automotive school and what I learn from it is unless you go into a high end dealer ship such as Mercedes Benz or Bmw it is not worth it. I end up at Toyota and after a year call it quits. No regrets I still learn a lot and it was a good experience.
Why did you quit Toyota?
blapblapism it was not what I expected but could of been just that one Toyota dealership.
Yeah Alex! So stoked for you man. As I did a typically 3hr "brisk return home" in 2hrs tonight in my E320 CDI-all while getting 36.7mpg, I actually thought about the first time I saw your channel on the CDI and started to research and find my car. For that I THANK YOU MY FRIEND!! Solid work.
Don't give up that security! RUclips can't last forever 😖
Just recently stumbled across your channel, and to be 100% honest, you produce some great content. Keep building your community, so when you do decide to make it your career, you have everything set up to keep being successful. Good on ya man.
Your mom's awesome 😂
I've recently entered as an apprentice for a fleet company. It's been a learning experience but I'm glad I get to work with a technician. I hope to learn as much as I can all the time
Very inspirational Alex I’m sure of you you have inspired at least one person in these comments to become a mechanic 👍
Great story and thanks for sharing! I was an ASE certified technician 15 years ago and left the field to pursue a degree in engineering.
Glad I don't wrench for a living anymore but something like fleet Management sounds like a good balance, and I miss working around cars.
Definitely a wise move to keep RUclips as a hobby and great way to fund your projects. Thanks for keeping the videos coming!
I was the same self taught. School of hard knocks. Any body looking to get in field get in a shop learn all ya can. Learn all you can outside of work. Don’t give up. Honestly it’s refreshing to hear positive story of the field.
Thanks for all of the informative vids.
I wouldn't go to university nowadays either. No point in starting your professional life $350k in debt for a 4 year degree. Btw, did you ever learn how to fill the oil? I kid!
Where are you paying 350k? Average is 30k. Y’all cry about it being expenses but don’t bat an eye about getting a 50k car loan at 12%apr for 10 years.😂
Alex, great to hear your personal story! I'm so happy for your success, and I hope this video encourages other young viewers of your videos.
Great hearing your story, Iv'e been in the motor trade in the UK all my life and I know nothiong else but it's been fun(most of the time) but it's changed so much over the years, cars are so much more reliable these days. Love your channel, makes me wish I had your setup with garage and a lift, I would be in there all day every day....keep up the good work.
Paul Broadway more reliable these days? Maybe in the UK but the 90s had the most reliable cars by far for the US
@@DStabs720 My fleet of '90s cars agrees with you... Newest vehicle I own is an '01.
@@DStabs720 I think cars have got mechanically more reliable but yeah I would have to agree that a lot of electrical parts give a lot of trouble these days, TPMS seems to be one of the items people moan about, lights keep coming on dash even though tyre pressures are ok.Of course I'm a fine one to talk I drive a 2003 Saab :)
I'm not much of a car guy. For me, your channel attraction is really you: the way you talk and explain things, the patience and heart you put into fixing things. As long as I can feel that care and dedication, I'll keep watching.
Don't go RUclips full time. Don't put all your eggs in one basket.
But any things can happen with RUclips they can decide to cut the money they are paying creators like Alex . Big companies get pissed when people they are paying start making too much money they will come up with a reason to cut them back . Another thing is when you are young you do not think about pensions that much , but I will guarantee you when you get older you will , and if you are lucky enough to have one you will be very thankful .
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@@12wingwfetech True words, never put all the eggs in one basket. RUclips has cut pay in the past
not to mention who knows how long youtube will even be around. it’s hard to imagine the same popular youtubers still making videos 25 years from now
This is funny in retrospect
Great story Alex! You should be really proud of your achievements and thank you for sharing your story!
Super inspirational stuff Alex! Bought my E55 nearly 3 years ago because of your videos and it's still my only car. Have used lots of your vids to learn how to service it. Keep up the good work
Hardest working dude on RUclips by far. Great guy and it shows in every video. Just a real guy doing real things well. Love the channel, bro. Solid.
Honestly stick with what you're doing i think the videos and schedule work well plus having a job is enabling you to get projects while not relying on RUclips Ads to make a living
I consider myself a big AMG fan. But, this was my favorite video of yours', Alex. Great stuff. Similar story here. One of the best motivators to learn something is having a broken car and needing to be somewhere while broke.
Alex, another great video. Great story. Your Mom must be proud, she did a great job. Keep the videos coming.
Mom’s who support there sons love of cars are the best. My mom took me to my first swap meet, took me to many car shows... I owe her so much.
Your a good honest person man,well done with your learning journey, you should be proud.
Love your story man. And how hard and consistent you have worked you can see the fun and love you have for cars in all your vids. Which i am watching all of
AMG wagon. Alex keep the evening job with all of the benefits. It is financially prudent. Allan
I used to love looking out the window at cars on the road as a kid, and when I was really young I’d sometimes look inside neighbors cars through the car’s windows. Of course I don’t do the latter anymore but my auto passion was reignited when I got my permit 3 years ago, after which I read up on all automakers in existence, what kinds of cars they built and what those cars were called.
The mother load for me was finding out which cars were hybrids and electric and how much their mileage was boosted.
That said, awesome video!
E55 AMG wagon is what I think he bought.
Oh yea that’s a decent guess
Or a 63. Same thought here.
@@scottlauren3145 He said no infotainment system which is why I didn't put down the e63 or a G55
HannibalACP82 has anyone ever manual swapped a 6.3 car?
2003 E55, very tuneable apparently.
The 1988 Trans-am looks awesome
When I was thinking about being a mechanic I was always told by mechanics "DON'T DO IT". After having avoided their wisdom I became a mechanic and now I share their wisdom when someone says they want to be a mechanic. I really enjoy working on cars but when it is done to earn a living, it is less enjoyable.
My brother taught me that.
Why?
@@robertbrandywine I love cars. I love vettes camaros lambos ect. You'll end up working on shitboxes. You dont want to end up hating your passion.
@@71sc502 It seems to me it would give you a feeling of satisfaction to fix a car that had a problem or to install new brakes, etc. You actually made a difference! Most jobs don't give you that feeling. You didn't get that?
@@robertbrandywine for the effort required, physical damage to yourself over time and the idiocy you have to deal with it isn't worth it
Listening to this while doing a transmission and front brake service on my dd. Perfect timing too, because I couldn't find a single thing on RUclips I wanted to listen too.
Good vid....you seem like a good guy....I like that....not enough good guys about 👍🏼
jarrad Moore #truth
Don't worry about RUclips, keep your job and take care of your family. We love your videos as they are!
Don’t do youtube full time.
Welp
This didn’t age well at all.
Example of why we don’t listen to random people on the internet
Dayummm you got proved wrong 💀
Alex i am proud to say you’re the main reason i got into mercedes. I’m 18 and own a w210 e55 and i just bought a w221 s550 to daily drive . Keep the vids coming!
I miss my 210 E55 so much!
$12k worth of Snap-on tools. Soooo 6 screw drivers and 3 socket wrenches?
BrandonB311 and a key ring
Alex, your story was great! It worked out very well for you and I am happy for you and your family. Keep RUclips as side/extra $. You have a dependable job with good benefits that you enjoy. If everyone could be so lucky.
Where did you get your headlight from that's on the 2003 E55AMG want a pair for my 2005 E55AMG ???
I believe he only replaced the lenses and I think he made a video about it a while back
I just retired from a large school district, in the fleet section, it was a great job, loved my co-workers, some very knowledgeable technicians, the variety of vehicals from school buses to bobcats, caterpillars and large lawnmower was fun, I understand where you are coming from.
Six munce ago I couldn't even spell injuneer and now I are one.
your story speaks a lot for the person you are and for the way you parents brought you up. All the best.
Buy a cheap C6 Z06, prices are low and there is barely any good C6 Z06 vids on RUclips
I envy people who know what they want (for a career) during their high school years. Well done sir, you are an embodiment of the American dream!
Mamas don’t let your babies grow up to be (auto mechanics) don’t let em play guitar or drive big ol trucks, make sure they’re doctors and lawyers n stuff!
Alex - thank you for posting your story. What a great story - you have done so well with your life! I'm sure you will encounter continued success using your legit work ethic!
Your story is very inspiring. I have a beginner level knowledge of cars and sometimes I feel I'm too late to even start learning, but your story was a ton of fun to listen to and I'm glad you got to where you are, you deserve it!
You remind me of my old man now after hearing this. Love the determination no chip on ur shoulder attitude, respect bro. ......ur prolly a pretty awesome dad too. 👊🏼🍻
Grew up without Dad too Alex learned hard way..around big trucks too still working around them in South Dakota now just moved here…enjoy you a lot you are an awesome man thanks for sharing..Hey Max…
PERFECT timing on this video! I had just asked my son, who's a junior, to sit down with me and talk about tech school. And you published this video. Very helpful. Thank you, sir.
This is one of the realist videos I've seen in a while. Continue being humble and enjoying your passion Alex. Many blessings to you and your family.
I went to college, and I still have an almost exact similar story to you. Cars are just cool, and you get paid good for it, if you're smart at it, or if you're just good at it and work hard.
Hey saw your video on oil leaks, I have a C250 Sports and really like it. I saw you talking and was like WOW! this guy really knows his stuff, of course once hearing you're an EX-Mercedes Mechanic I was like this is my go to guy. Glad you're doing these videos to help us save a lot of money. Big thanks!!
Love hearing these background stories, shows that no matter what you want, you can always get it. Well done and keep up the great content.
Great Video , I’ve been with Mercedes for 6 years now , they changed how long it takes to become Master Certified . You have to have 5 years with Mercedes and complete 37 days of in class training and over 70 hours of online training . You also have to attend a face to face written knowledge and practical assessment ..
Actually just started working at Mercedes as a tech, and this is inspiring man
Alex, I've been following your channel since you bought the C63. You turned me into a Mercedes guy. When it was time to upgrade my old Acura TL I started looking at the Mercedes lineup. Just bought a 2013 CLS 4-Matic last month. Because of your Renntech admiration I bought a tune. The car now has a 'Legit' 540 HP in sport mode. Love the car and love your channel. Great heart to heart story!!......BTW: Yeah, with kids and wife, best keep the government job with solid insurance or you might wind up single and broke with a 2005 Chevy Cobalt.
Keep doin what you’re doing Alex. You’re the best at what you do on RUclips and have saved me thousands working on my SL. Mad respect
Your story sounds somewhat similar to mine. I always loved cars and my father and grandfather really stoked that fire in me. However, I never really turned a wrench when I inherited my grandfather’s 1967 Mustang. I went full tilt tearing that thing apart just to learn how it worked, breaking or damaging many expensive parts to replace. Caught the bug and turned wrench professionally for the better part of 20 years, proud of who I was and what I could do. However, I took a job with a big packaging company fixing trucks and one month in that job killed any ambition or hope in me and my abilities. I gave it up about 2 years ago now and I have to say, I don’t miss it whatsoever. I still love to do the work, but I will never do it for a living anymore. I am much happier, and cleaner, selling the parts for them at the local Ford garage.
I'm not really a Mercedes guy myself, but ive got tons of respect for people who work on them. Every auto maker has its weird differences. I mainly work on ford's and I completely agree, sometimes you just gotta jump in and teach yourself how to fix and do stuff. Keep up the great content man!
Your story mirrors my journey. All it takes a life long dedication to curiosity.
Good come up story!! Man it’s all about the work you put into your passion. When you create that situation, you get paid to do what you love & learn at the same time.
currently a 17 year old hs student i have always loved cars and i plan on going to a tech school after graduation the program is sick i went in for a campus tour and the environment has me very interested i appreciate the gems and you sharing your journey 🙏🏾
That's great to hear that you are a normal guy who likes his cars.
Thanks for making great videos!
As far as I know, you are the largest midwest automotive youtuber!
Good stuff man, I'm about to turn 26 but really considering switching careers to do this, I genuinely enjoy working on cars and would love to just do it rather than wasting time on a job I don't enjoy.
I love all your videos Alex, i'm a hardcore mercedes fan, but i also like pretty much anything motor related, as long as you enjoy what you're doing, i'm sure your dedicated fans will too. look forward to the next one
Stumbled across your channel and in your most recent video I was going to ask "whats your story?". Glad I kept looking through the rest of your videos. I've wanted to be a tech since I was 16 but joined the military. Now I'm on my way out but working on other people's broken stuff and my own stuff is still all I want to do. Glad to see it's possible thanks to your story.
Thank you, I needed to hear this. Very motivational story. I work as a technician at Caterpillar and have been discouraged lately. I want to be a better technician and really understand cars and heavy machinery.
Can’t believe I just heard your story. Dots the I’s, crosses the T’s !
Been actively watching you for over a year, since the install of your car lift which is where you first popped up on my youtube search. I’m very picky about what I subscibe to, but always enjoy all your installments. Regular guy stuff !
Living a full existence and having a very active mind reminds me of me, except my focus is elsewhere.
That said......keep up the good work !
Don't quite your day job, no need to add videos everyday. Once a week is enough, you let us anticipate what is coming in next video. Wish you all the best from Macedonia
I have followed you r channel for some time now, I enjoy your content. I am glad that there are people like you to inspire us ! I love you mercedes. Keep the mercedes projects comming !
Always wondered about how you got started and appreciate the background and your thoughts on full-time RUclips. Thanks and best of luck in whatever you decide!
You're an inspiration to many. Humble beginnings. No BSing around to get views, etc. Been watching ur vids for quite a while. Just recently decided to sub. Keep it up.
I saw the name of the video and thought “ I can relate “ because I knew nothing about cars one year ago but I make sure to learn everyday. I still clicked on this video because if I’ve learned anything it’s that even if you think you know everything about a topic there is always more to learn
This video is awesome!!! I don’t know why I never saw it before. It is satisfying to see you in this video and where you are now! Keep up the good work!!
This is exactly what I want to be! I didn't get my license until I was like 26 and then I became a car guy in my 30's and have been doing any work I can do myself. Many first times recently for me