Austin Truck Repair In and Near Austin, Texas

Austin Truck Repair, in and near Austin, Texas. This is a photo of a leaking hub seal. Notice the oil saturation behind the hub and on the shoes. There is even oil splatter on the airbag.

Road Service. This is a picture of the fender being torn to shreds from a blown tire. I fabricated a new fender from a sheet metal and reinforced it with the original straps form the original fender.

Mobile Mechanic. This is one where I did a D.O.T. Annual inspection.

Trailer Repair. This is a picture of a mud flap bracket that has been completely severed from the trailer after a blown tire. Used standard angle iron to fabricate new bracket and install new mudflap.

Truck Repair,in and near Austin, Texas.


06' F250 Dummy Plug. This is the dummy plug i pulled out of my work truck. it is located in the high pressure oil rail that actuates the injectors. If the seals on this blow out, then the injectors act like they are misfiring.

This is a picture of a dump valve on the side of a 52' trailer.

Trailer

•  Comcheck
• T-Check
• EFS
• TCH
• Fleet-One
• Visa
• M/C
• Am/Ex
• Cash

Big Rigs, Trucks, Trailers, Cars, RV's
    
Welcome to Austin Truck Repair! We are located in and near Austin, Texas and service all surrounding communities and towns in every direction as far as you need. At Austin Truck Repair, we provide on-site, same-day repair to your truck or trailer, ANYTIME/ANYWHERE! Austin Truck Repair also does reefer repair. Our service trucks at Austin Truck Repair are fully equipped to get you back on the road fast.

• Tires, Belts, Filters, Hoses
• Jump Starts, Batteries
• Charging System
• Fuel System
• Welding
• Electrical
• Out Of Fuel
• Brake System
• Suspension
• Cooling System
• Air System
• Mechanical
• Diagnosis
• ETC....

HOW TO BECOME A MECHANIC:
By Matt Bunker, (Owner of Austin Truck Repair)

    Being a mechanic is a gift, it's not something you learn. You are either born with it or you aren't. To  be a successful mechanic, you have to have the desire to make a mechanical item work properly the first time, and you have to be able to do it quickly. Patience is the number one key to becoming a successful mechanic. Patience does not mean that you need to take your time on whatever you are working on, it means that you are persistently focused on the goal of repairing or building whatever it is that you are working on, using all of your knowledge and experience, as well as common sense, (which is a huge factor), to complete your task quickly and perfectly the first time, and making sure it works perfectly without fail for thousands of hours threafter.
    There are many types of mechanics in this world. Auto mechanics, diesel mechanics, mechanical engineers, heavy equipment mechanics, road service mechanics, windmill mechanics, general mechanics, etc.... Each type of mechanic focuses, on a specific area of expertise. For example, even a A.S.E Certified Master Auto Mechanic isn't qualified to repair a semi truck and trailer, let alone have much knowledge of how they work. The point is, that you need to figure out what you are most interested in and pursue it with all diligence. if you don't, you will never be successful. Remember one thing!, the bigger it is, the more money it is going to make you.
    Schooling is very important no matter what type of mechanic you are. Specific trade schools are extremely beneficial. Certifications are a must if you are going to work for someone. Certifications are organizations like A.S.E., or I-carr, Dupont, and PPG. You combine any one of these certifications with the schooling of an organization such as MMI, and you are bound to be successful. Having a degree in Automotive Sciences will put you over the top. However, if your attitude sucks, none of this means anything. If there is one things that I have learned throughout my career, it's that you will never stop learning new things as a mechinic. New technology continues to evolve every day. A prideful mechanic is a mechanic near the end of his time as a mechanic. A humble and honest mechanic will be a mechanic for life.
    Unfortunately, on the job experience is the biggest factor of becoming a mechanic. Most, if not all mechanics started out as a helper of some sort. Getting hired on as a helper with a large and reputable company, will help detemine the outcome of your journey to becoming a mechanic. Although working for a small company sounds like it would be great and full of freedom, its the big companies like the "Big 3" dealerships that are going to give you the experience that you need to succeed quickly. Certifications and additional training is expensive, but if you show yourself to be a good helper, with a great attitude, and the ability to continue to learn, than most big dealerships will pay for your certifications and training. Just remember...don't ever bite the hand that feeds you!
    To sum up this article on How To Become A Mechanic:, love what you do and work hard to get to the promised land. Remember that you will be training to be a mechanic all of the days that you are one. Have a great attitude and treat the people around you with respect. Never turn knowledge or training away. And most importantly, have patience. May God bless you in your journey in becoming a mechanic, and if you should have any questions, please feel free to call anytime. Thank You.

Matt Bunker.