How I Fixed My Car for Just $20 Using the Tinker DIY App

Growing up, I didn’t even know that you had to change your oil regularly. 

So maintenance or mechanical work was out of the question for me.

When the master cylinder in my car went out, I didn’t have the money to hire someone to replace it. So my friend and I decided it would be a good idea just to wing it using his dad’s tools and some blog articles we could find.

It went about as well as you would assume. The job got done, but not well, and that car was essentially a death trap for a long time, until I finally got a new one.

If Tinker DIY had existed back then, I could have just hopped on a video call with a trusted mechanic for $20, walked through the repair step-by-step and actually done it right. No guesswork, no shortcuts – just guidance from someone who knows their stuff. Think about how much money and time I would have saved. That kind of help isn’t just convenient, it’s a game-changer for anyone who wants to take control of their car repairs without the hassle of going to a repair shop and spending money on repairs.

What Is Tinker DIY?

Tinker DIY is an app that connects DIYers with expert mechanics for help with car repairs and virtual rideshare inspections. 

Whether it’s changing oil, replacing spark plugs, or even a faster way to pass the Uber and Lyft vehicle inspection requirements, Tinker DIY can help you.

It’s more than just how-to videos like you’ll find on YouTube, which you hope show precisely what you’re looking for. Instead, you have a real ASE-certified mechanic looking at your car and telling you precisely what you need to do next.

With options starting at just $19.99, you can tackle repairs or complete virtual rideshare inspections from your phone, potentially saving you thousands.

Car Maintenance Made Easy for Rideshare Drivers

Beyond rideshare inspections, here’s why every rideshare driver should download Tinker DIY today.

Help Maintain Your Own Car

Car maintenance is one of the biggest expenses for rideshare drivers.

Skipping or postponing it to “save money,” often leads to bigger repairs or an earlier vehicle replacement, costing thousands in repairs and lost income while your car is out of commission..

One way to save money on maintenance is to do it yourself, but if you’re like me, working on cars can feel intimidating. 

Even with some knowledge, having an expert confirm your approach or guide you when you’re stuck can make all the difference.

With Tinker DIY, you still do the work, but you get the confidence and step-by-step guidance to complete every repair or maintenance task correctly. 

Get Your Uber and Lyft Inspections Without Leaving Home

Getting your car inspected can be a hassle for rideshare drivers. Depending on where you live, inspections may be a requirement, but it may not be easy to do.

Uber and Lyft do not always have hubs near you where you can get inspected, which means driving to a shop, scheduling a time and spending money on gas..

Tinker DIY makes inspections simple. You can get your inspection for Uber, Lyft, or both. Even better, the price includes up to three attempts – so if you don’t pass the first time, you can try again without paying extra.

What I love about this is that I could do it right from my house, whenever I want. Meaning I don’t have to waste gas, I don’t have to find a time that works for everyone. And I have the peace of mind knowing I can have time to fix things if needed after the inspection, and don’t have to spend any additional money to get another inspection.

Not only that, but if I don’t pass the inspection, I can also use Tinker DIY to help me do the work so I can pass it next time.

Possible Extra Side Gig

If you are a mechanic and looking to earn some additional income, then Tinker DIY could be your next side hustle.

Mechanics can sign up online to guide DIYers through repairs and maintenance – all remotely. No commuting, no overheating under the hood, and no mess that requires industrial-strength cleaning. Just paid to provide your expertise, sounds fantastic to me.

Who Should Use Tinker DIY?

Tinker DIY is for everyone – and it’s free to download.

Use it only when you need it, andsave money on maintenance by doing your own mechanical work with guidance from experts at a fraction of the cost.

You can get Uber and Lyft inspections done quickly at an affordable price when it’s convenient for you.

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