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Scotties Hobbies ScottiesHobbies.com Automotive Smog and Emissions component locations on a wide variety of vehicles. Change your oil and brakes. Still time for FAM fun!

26/10/2026

Tired of Breaking Electrical Connectors? Try These Pliers! 🔧

Ever spent more time trying to unplug an electrical connector than actually replacing the part? 😂

If you've worked on cars long enough, you know exactly what I'm talking about!

I recently used these Electrical Disconnect Pliers, and they're a great little time-saving tool!

They make disconnecting ignition coils, fuel injectors, and v***r canister purge valves much easier, especially when the connectors are in tight spots.

The set includes straight and 60-degree angled pliers, helping you get to those hard-to-reach connectors without cramping your fingers or putting unnecessary pressure on fragile plastic tabs.

Whether you're a weekend DIY mechanic or work on cars every day, these are worth checking out!

👍 Follow Scotties Hobbies for automotive repair tips, helpful tools, and DIY maintenance videos!

💬 Have you ever broken an electrical connector trying to remove it? Tell me your story!



23/10/2026

🚨 SB 1392: Is Your Classic Car REALLY Exempt From Smog Checks Forever?

🚗 California classic car owners, we need to talk about SB 1392!

One of the biggest questions I've been getting about Leno's Law is whether the new classic car smog exemption is permanent.

A lot of people believe that once their vehicle qualifies, they'll never have to worry about another smog check.

Well, I attended the Bureau of Automotive Repair's public workshop on October 22, 2026, and personally asked BAR this question.

Their response wasn't what I expected!

I'm sharing what they said because I want everyone to understand how this law is actually going to work.

👇 Here's my question for you: Did you think this exemption was permanent?

Follow Scotties Hobbies for more updates on California smog laws, SB 1392, and automotive news!

17/10/2026

GM MADE IT HARD TO REACH… SO I MADE A TOOL!

Chevy Colorado Owners NEED This Tool! 😳

Tired of fighting that hard-to-reach coolant temperature sensor? I MADE A TOOL FOR THAT! 💪🔧

If you own a 2017–2022 Chevy Colorado or GMC Canyon with the 3.6L V6, this specialty tool makes removing your coolant temperature sensor a whole lot easier!

🔥 Saves time
💰 Saves money
🔧 Makes a frustrating repair easier!

Coolant Temperature Sensor Part #55488246

Designed by a mechanic, for mechanics! 💪

15/10/2026

Trump Pardons Diesel Delete Mechanics! But What About the $350K Civil Case?

Well, this is BIG news for the diesel community! 🚛🇺🇸

President Trump just pardoned two owners of Arm Rippin Toys, an Alaska diesel performance shop that was prosecuted for removing emissions equipment from diesel trucks.

But there's more to this story!

One of the owners also faced a separate federal civil judgment exceeding $350,000 involving COVID-relief money.

So does a presidential pardon clear that case too? 🤔

I break down the original Clean Air Act charges, the presidential pardons, and the difference between criminal convictions and civil judgments.

And remember, these pardons don't automatically make diesel deletes legal.

What do you guys think? Should mechanics face criminal charges for modifying diesel trucks?

Scotties Hobbies | Hella Auto Vids!

10/10/2026

California Mileage Tax V2? Could Drivers Be Charged for Every Mile?

🚨 CALIFORNIA DRIVERS, HAVE YOU HEARD ABOUT THIS?

What if the miles you put on your vehicle helped determine how much you pay in road taxes?

California has been looking at road usage charges, and there are some important questions about what a future system could mean for everyday drivers.

With Election Day coming up on November 3rd, I wanted to get people talking about the issue and encourage everyone to research their representatives.

I'm not here to tell you who to vote for. I'm here to give you information that matters to California drivers and the car community.

🚗 What do you think about a mileage tax?

👇 Leave your opinion in the comments and share this with another California driver!

More voter information:
https://ScottiesHobbies.com/vote

07/10/2026

BEWARE of Cheap Oxygen Sensors Online! 😳

I get asked all the time if those cheap oxygen sensors and air/fuel ratio sensors on Amazon are worth buying.

My answer? Be careful. 👀

Saving money upfront doesn't always mean you're actually saving money.

A poor-quality sensor can give inaccurate readings and have you chasing check engine lights, fuel trim problems, drivability issues, or even replacing perfectly good parts.

Before you buy the cheapest sensor you can find, here's why spending a little more on a quality part can save you money AND headaches in the long run.

Have you ever installed a BRAND-NEW part only to find out the new part was bad? 😂🔧

05/10/2026

Aipas M2 Max Takes on the Mountain Trails! 🚵‍♂️

I took the Aipas M2 Max e-bike out on some dirt trails in the mountains to see what it could really do.

Plenty of power for climbing hills, battery life to keep the ride going, strong brakes when it’s time to slow things down, and that full suspension makes a BIG difference on rough trails.

Best part? My body can still function at work the next day. 😂

I’ve been having a blast with this e-bike!

05/10/2026

Would YOU do this 80 feet up?! 😳🌲

We checked out the Sequoia Aerial Adventure at Mount Hermon Adventures in the Santa Cruz Mountains today, and what an experience!

There are 40 aerial challenges, 2 zip lines, and parts of the course take you up to 80 feet above the forest floor.

If you're looking for a fun outdoor adventure near Santa Cruz, California, this is definitely one to add to the bucket list.

🌲 Mount Hermon Adventures
🧗 Sequoia Aerial Adventure
📍 Near Santa Cruz, California

👉 Full adventure video coming soon!

30/09/2026

BIG NEWS: Scotties Hobbies Is Going to SEMA 2026!

I finally get to say it...

I'M GOING TO SEMA!

Scotties Hobbies has been invited to the SEMA Show 2026 in Las Vegas, and this is honestly a dream come true for me.

I also want to say thank you.

Everyone who watches these videos, comments, shares them and follows the channel has helped Scotties Hobbies get to this point. I appreciate you guys more than you probably realize.

Now I want to make this trip about what YOU want to see.

What should I look for at SEMA? What companies should I visit? What cars, tools, parts or new automotive technology do you want to see?

Leave me a comment. I'm making a list.

30/09/2026

California Makes Move to Help Lower Gas Prices

Could some relief finally be coming to California gas pumps?

Governor Gavin Newsom is allowing winter-blend gasoline to be sold early in California. Winter-blend fuel is generally cheaper to produce, and allowing it into the market early could increase supply and help put downward pressure on prices.

Of course, that doesn’t mean prices automatically drop overnight. We’ll have to see what actually happens at the pump.

California drivers, what are you paying for regular gas right now? Post your city and price below.

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