Brent's Diesel and Automotive Services

07/07/2024

Shop will be closed Monday July 8th.
Yall stay home and stay safe.

04/08/2024

📝 PSA and it’s kind of long. 🤷🏼‍♀️

Here are some examples of why people don’t trust mechanics/dealerships/automotive repair industry in general.

💭 Example one.
Vehicle shows up at another repair facility with the complaint of- check engine light and reduced power.
Technician from that shop diagnoses failed DPF filter and turbocharger actuator. Estimated at over $12,000 with all the fluff service some shops like to add.

🧨 Vehicle actually needed a turbocharger actuator and a stationary de soot. Customer also added a crank case filter replacement. Total repair $4,300

💭 Example two
Vehicle arrives on a tow truck after it died while driving.
Technician from a previous shop diagnoses total high pressure fuel system failure. Estimated at $17,000.

🧨 Vehicle actually needed- supply fuel pump. (Not sure how you diagnose a high pressure fuel system failure without the system actually receiving fuel) Total $1400.

💭 Example three
Vehicle arrives at facility with reduced power message.
Technician from previous shop reports failed DPF and several services needed. $6,500
Before the added services.

🧨 Vehicle actually only needed an exhaust manifold pressure sensor.
Total $600.

🛻 The point of all this- these vehicles break (A LOT)! We don’t need to create extra work for us. The customer doesn’t need to pay for a jumped up diagnosis. This whole situation creates a huge distrust for the industry. The 3 examples listed happened in the last month. We see it way too often. And if our little shop is seeing it that often it’s an even bigger problem.
🛑 Now mistakes happen. With the amount of systems that have to work together and all the regulations there’s no way to diagnose them correctly 100% of the time. But the above examples are not those examples. The above are examples of either- poorly educated technicians and/or service writers, no effort applied to diagnose, or a completely disgusting and purposeful over charge.
Either way the industry as a whole needs to do better.

‼️ If you find yourself at a shop with a major repair- ask questions then ask more. Second opinions or just reassurance that the repair seems reasonable is a great idea.

If you have questions feel free to ask.

02/01/2024

Yes, we are busy.
Yes, I schedule some jobs up to a month out.
No, we will not install customer supplied parts.
No, we will not put you in front of someone else for $$.
If your check engine light comes on and you ignore it until you are in reduced power, its going to cost more.
Clearing codes is not a repair!
CLEARING CODES IS NOT A REPAIR!
Stay on top of your maintenance. (If you are not sure give us a call.)
Be picky about your fuel and filters.

We are hiring technicians. Good help is hard to find.

09/26/2022

Brent enjoying a turkey leg. Go by and support Clements FFA!!

02/15/2021

Due to Texas weather being confused, we will be closed tomorrow (Monday).
We will see what Tuesday and Wednesday brings.
Y’all stay safe and warm.

03/27/2020

Doing our part.
With COVID-19 running it’s course thought out our county we have made a few temporary changes.
First- The office, shop and parking areas are closed to non employees. This includes parts delivery drivers and customers.
Second- The shop is only taking vehicles in by appointment. Vehicles will be dropped off at the back gate. All vehicles will be moved inside before closing each day.
Third- Completed vehicle’s will be handled case by case with as little contact as possible.
Forth- We are asking that all non urgent repairs that are currently scheduled to be flexible.

This is all to limit the person to person contact. We need to keep each other healthy.

The only way we can get through this is by working together and working smarter. Things are going to change and we will adjust as needed. This is nothing we can’t or won’t handle.
Please reach out to us if you have any questions or concerns. We will do what we can.
The best way to reach us is through Facebook messenger.
Sincerely,
Brent

12/03/2019

Heads up!
We are now switched to the new lanes on Spacek Rd. Our front driveway is out of order for the time being. Please use the side driveway on Herbie Dr.

08/15/2019

Current situation here at the shop.

Spacek is closed. The main gas line was hit this A.M.
Rosenberg Fire Department,Police and center point are here and keeping everyone safe.

06/14/2019

FYI Customer. The City informed us today that construction on Spacek Rd will began this Monday June 17. Please be aware. We will try and post any closures/detours as we see them.

04/17/2019

It would seem we need to apply a little more emphasis regarding maintenance. Good air filtration is very important for the operation of your vehicle.

04/16/2019

Maintenance is important for the life of your vehicle. Knowing how to properly maintain your vehicle is also important. If you have maintenance questions pleas give us a call. We will be happy to help you with any questions you may have regarding your vehicle.

04/16/2019

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