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Tire Shop Employee Shares Pics Of The Things He Has Seen On The Job, And Here Are 28 Of The Craziest Ones
Just because something looks normal to us regular folk doesn't mean it actually is. For example, a bolt sticking out of your car tire may not raise your eyebrows but it will definitely send shivers down any gearhead's spine.
A dude who goes online by the nickname BonusSatis has been witnessing so many crazy things while on the job at a tire shop, he started taking pictures and sharing them on Imgur. It didn't take long before people noticed and the images went viral.
2020 isn't a Goodyear but these people could've ended up even worse if they kept driving like this.
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BonusSatis told Bored Panda that most tire shops are a rough and tumble environment. "When you are getting yelled at, that means they love you. So when you are not getting yelled at or corrected, that means that no one likes you and does not want to help," he explained the industry culture.
When it comes to people's perception of their metal horse's shoes, BonusSatis said a common misunderstanding is that not all tires are made equal. "People ask about a Walmart tire that is $80 and want to know why the tires we sell [at Costco] are so much more. You get what you pay for in a car tire."
There can be many differences between cheap and expensive tires, including durability, handling, braking distance, comfort, and noise."
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If people are learning about tires and want to know more, they should not go to a dealership," BonusSatis said. "Those places will pump up the price every time. Instead, bring the car by two different shops and have the tire mechanic explain what they see about the tire, [and don't be afraid] to ask for details."
According to BonusSatis, car owners should check (or have someone do it for them) tire pressure at least about every 2-3 months. "You can save yourself a lot of trouble by having your pressure set correctly. The tire mechanic should be doing a visual inspection during the air check and can spot any incorrect wear or problem areas."
#3
#5
Almost a million miles
#6
Grim Reaper 5 years ago
sorry if this is a stupid question....I'm still a learner driver so I dont quite understand what happened to the tire >< can someone please explain what happened?
#7
A run flat tire that was used way too long. The alignment was also out which is why the edge is so worn down
#11
This is where the wheel weight goes -> This is NOT where the wheel weight goes
D. Pitbull 5 years ago
Wow. I know sweet f** all about cars and tires... and even I can tell "You probably don't put metal object thingie in the middle of the inflatable surface"
#17
The rim was not correctly attached and was rattling while he was driving it
#18
Blister on tire side wall after an impact
#21
Steel belt seperated causing the tire to tear open
#23
Kisses4Katie 5 years ago
Snorkel!! I've been obsessed with them ever since Dante's Peak. No volcano will get me once I have one. 😎😎
#24
Oh look another wheel weight
#28
This was the most ghetto fix ever
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Kristin Ingersoll 5 years ago
Feel Good Story - Pay it forward... Two years ago, I was in a very bad place financially. Of course, that's when someone decided to slash all four of my tires. I had the car towed to a Discount Tires. I'd heard their customer service was top notch and I really needed someone to NOT take advantage of my relative ignorance about tires. I was in a fragile state. I got there and talked to a nice guy who, while symathetic, could only do so much. We decided on four, unmatched, used tires. But honestly, it was too much money for me. I got a little weepy, but kept it quiet. Eventually I smiled and muttered something about being glad I like PB&J because that's what I was going to live on for awhile. And I sat down to wait. (to be continued in comments... who knew there was a limit? LOL!)
Kristin Ingersoll 5 years ago
About an hour later, they called my name and I went to pay the bill and go home. The same young man was absolutely BEAMING when I walked up to the register. And my initial reaction (interally) was totally grumpy. How can he be so happy when I feel so wretched? I took out my debit card to pay and he said, "There's no charge. Someone overheard our conversation and not only did he pay your bill, he paid for four matching, brand-new, high quality tires. He said he's been down, and had someone kick him (like the tire slasher) and someone did something kind for him that turned things around. He hoped he did the same for me." I absolutely shrieked, and asked where he was. The store guy told me he had sworn not to tell me until the man had left the store. He didn't want credit. He didn't want a thank you. He just wanted to help. It's been two years and I still cry about this moment. It was life altering, to be sure. The money helped. Yes. But the sheer generosity and goodness of a total
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WilvanderHeijden 5 years ago
There are, but they vary from state to state. A car that's fully road legal in one state could be sent to a scrapyard in the next state. Because every state has it's own regulations there are a lot of differences when it comes to road safety or even how polluting a car can be. Just read https://www.motorbiscuit.com/a-surprising-number-of-u-s-states-dont-require-vehicle-inspections/ and you'll understand how the American system works.
Load More Replies... Dorothy Parker 5 years ago
Tires are date stamped. They age whether or not they're being used. Always look at the year of the tires that are being sold to you, and ask for the current year!
Kristin Ingersoll 5 years ago
Feel Good Story - Pay it forward... Two years ago, I was in a very bad place financially. Of course, that's when someone decided to slash all four of my tires. I had the car towed to a Discount Tires. I'd heard their customer service was top notch and I really needed someone to NOT take advantage of my relative ignorance about tires. I was in a fragile state. I got there and talked to a nice guy who, while symathetic, could only do so much. We decided on four, unmatched, used tires. But honestly, it was too much money for me. I got a little weepy, but kept it quiet. Eventually I smiled and muttered something about being glad I like PB&J because that's what I was going to live on for awhile. And I sat down to wait. (to be continued in comments... who knew there was a limit? LOL!)
Kristin Ingersoll 5 years ago
About an hour later, they called my name and I went to pay the bill and go home. The same young man was absolutely BEAMING when I walked up to the register. And my initial reaction (interally) was totally grumpy. How can he be so happy when I feel so wretched? I took out my debit card to pay and he said, "There's no charge. Someone overheard our conversation and not only did he pay your bill, he paid for four matching, brand-new, high quality tires. He said he's been down, and had someone kick him (like the tire slasher) and someone did something kind for him that turned things around. He hoped he did the same for me." I absolutely shrieked, and asked where he was. The store guy told me he had sworn not to tell me until the man had left the store. He didn't want credit. He didn't want a thank you. He just wanted to help. It's been two years and I still cry about this moment. It was life altering, to be sure. The money helped. Yes. But the sheer generosity and goodness of a total
Load More Replies... WilvanderHeijden 5 years ago
There are, but they vary from state to state. A car that's fully road legal in one state could be sent to a scrapyard in the next state. Because every state has it's own regulations there are a lot of differences when it comes to road safety or even how polluting a car can be. Just read https://www.motorbiscuit.com/a-surprising-number-of-u-s-states-dont-require-vehicle-inspections/ and you'll understand how the American system works.
Load More Replies... Dorothy Parker 5 years ago
Tires are date stamped. They age whether or not they're being used. Always look at the year of the tires that are being sold to you, and ask for the current year!
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