I keep under my hood clean and shocked how clean it stays after driving through rain storms and such. Dust under my hood is usually my worst enemy.
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I wipe mine engine bay down every now and then. We went and got xmas trees towards end of November and I was surprised at how dusty some of the forest service roads were, but we hadn't had a lot of rain or snow yet. You could detail engine and after one drive up in the mountains around here, would be dust everywhere, although usually more of issue in the summer.I keep under my hood clean and shocked how clean it stays after driving through rain storms and such. Dust under my hood is usually my worst enemy.
I stopped by the shop first thing yesterday and asked the individual who had set up everything to come out to my truck so we could have a conversation. I let him know how good service had been on the front side of everything, but let him know how frustrated I was when I found the vehicle as shown in the pictures and why I felt that way. Rain and more snow are in the short term forecast and so I did take a small tarp and cover the bay. Took about a minute. I even showed him how I'd remove it to direct water away from the primary areas I was concerned about. More worried if there was potential heavy rain before it converts to snow. I was not rude but I think he got where I was coming from. I let him know I had documented everything. Said he had never thought about it. I told him I'd like to hear from the general manager or owner of the place (wasn't available when I stopped by and I had to get to work). As of this time, haven't heard back yet. When I asked him if he'd leave his hood open before a storm (he also owns a dodge ram}, the look on his face was priceless. Based on what most of the posters had shared on here, end result will hopefully be just fine. But just something I have never experienced before and was really caught off guard. My objective here is to make sure I cover my a**, and make them aware of how this practice could concern their patrons. I don't wish to see anyone fired or the business adversely affected.Are you a problem solver? Do you believe in one-upmanship? If so, take pictures (you have), go buy a tarp, go back and cover YOUR own hoodless engine and take another round of photos, get the facility owner or manager, and cooly and calmly let them know these photos will be posted on social media. Let them know that you will seek to do business elsewhere in the future and will shake your head in quiet, sad knowledge when, in the future, you drive by their out of business facility.
Used to travel all over the country for a former job and always wondered what kind of issues folks in humid areas had to deal with that we don't encounter where I live.This is very common, and rarely a cause for concern.
Had a vehicle getting hail repair that had the engine exposed like that for over a month. When I checked during the inspection they had detailed the engine bay, so I was glad I had not gone off prematurely. In your place I'd keep the pics handy, inspect the under hood area for any excess dirt or abnormal debris when inspecting the other work at pickup, and ask questions about the condition if there is a concern.
Covers tend to cause more issues than they solve. The hardest rain or snow is not equivalent to a power washer's ability to push water past weather protected seals or into unsealed areas. Snows and ice don't tend to promote rust when still frozen. Not too much worse than parking in a humid climate. I'd be more worried in the fall with leaves trapping moisture in place promoting rust and offering comfort for critters that might want to snack on things.
A tarp would definitely trap more moisture than a closed hood. The difference is a tarp if closely wrapped could stay wet for days or even weeks and not allow air circulation. Someone earlier mentioned being concerned about wet leaves in the bay. Splashing through water and throwing rooster tails in Houston of course gets the bay wet temporarily, but it rapidly drains off and dries out as soon as the the vehicle is parked. Engine heat and air circulation speeds the process.I doubt a tarp will trap any more moisture than a closed hood. I live in Houston, by GOD!, Texas. So, I'm all too familiar with "torrential rains". But, how many times have you observed some moron foraging through surface water on the freeway, kicking up a 10 foot rooster tail? The matching water deluge on the INSIDE tire trac is very devastating to the underhood, or is it?
Humidity alone does not typically cause rust or other issues. When an engine is run, the heat inside the bay drives out moisture, as does the massive air circulation while going down the road. As long as moisture is not trapped somewhere, all is good.Used to travel all over the country for a former job and always wondered what kind of issues folks in humid areas had to deal with that we don't encounter where I live.
Well saidNobody is asking the whole truck to be tarped, a simple piece of tarp to cover the engine compartment with 4 small 4x4 to put on each corner to hold it down or a bungee cord or 2 would have taken 2 minutes to show some care. The light on the battery and is "on" shows the lack of attempt, another 10 seconds to unplug and put inside cab. I still don't think it will hurt it but it definitely doesn't make the shop look good.Some of the comments on here shows the American work force that I'm ashamed of. If you're under 40 you probably won't know what I'm talking about when I say it use to be a handshake between 2 people was more valuable back then than having your moms signature notarized today to hold her to her word. Sad!
Integrity. It's a lost character trait, so it seems. My late father, when he gave his word, he delivered 100% of the time. I even witnessed it costing him money to KEEP his word a handful of times while I was growing up. Trust has been lost in the fray as well, and few people value these virtues anymore.Well said
I feel you handled it properly. They got the point and you did it without being a jerk. Well played.I stopped by the shop first thing yesterday and asked the individual who had set up everything to come out to my truck so we could have a conversation. I let him know how good service had been on the front side of everything, but let him know how frustrated I was when I found the vehicle as shown in the pictures and why I felt that way. Rain and more snow are in the short term forecast and so I did take a small tarp and cover the bay. Took about a minute. I even showed him how I'd remove it to direct water away from the primary areas I was concerned about. More worried if there was potential heavy rain before it converts to snow. I was not rude but I think he got where I was coming from. I let him know I had documented everything. Said he had never thought about it. I told him I'd like to hear from the general manager or owner of the place (wasn't available when I stopped by and I had to get to work). As of this time, haven't heard back yet. When I asked him if he'd leave his hood open before a storm (he also owns a dodge ram}, the look on his face was priceless. Based on what most of the posters had shared on here, end result will hopefully be just fine. But just something I have never experienced before and was really caught off guard. My objective here is to make sure I cover my a**, and make them aware of how this practice could concern their patrons. I don't wish to see anyone fired or the business adversely affected.
One of my trucks i had a Allison put into it. I had them build it and add a paddle shifter. 1.6year the tranny gave out and they wouldn't cover the warranty. We are talking 13,000 dollars. I was in a wheelchair at the time after rolling one of my 4x4's, so I couldn't do it. I rarely trust other mechanics. This shop left out most of the bullet stuff I ordered ahead of time. 2 weeks ago I took it apart and saw that after it failed. I was passed, doesn't really cover how I felt when I found it out, or how I feel now. And after that bad job, everyone in town that knows me will never go there again. I wasn't quiet about it. Nor will I be. Both input and output shaft were gone, thats 1300 plus in parts alone. And critical if your running any type of power. Found a jasper build plate on it. Yep they bought a jasper rebuilt with 1/10th the quality i wanted. Not to say jasper is not good rebuilders. But I expected my billet parts to be used. They said they did not know anything about billet parts being missing, and refused to cover their work. Shop's name is holdens, kingman Az., they claim certified mechanics. Well every certified i know do better work. And wouldn't short work the job. And a big reason I won't go to many shops.I too would be annoyed as eff. It’s not their right to get your business it’s their privilege. YOU chose them, they should be honoured to work on your vehicle. They are making money from your business whether insurance pays for the work or you do. Lack of customer service/care is rampant these days. My 2 bits.