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Concerned about the loss of hands-on diagnostic skills in today's shops
Back when I started, we diagnosed issues by feel and sound before ever plugging in a computer. Now, I've seen technicians replace parts based solely on fault codes, often missing the root cause and leading to unnecessary repairs. How do you ensure your team maintains those essential mechanical instincts?
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ninas671mo ago
Watch this happen everywhere with tech making us skip the basics. My kid's teacher said they grab calculators before even trying mental math, which is wild. We gotta force that foundational skill or it just disappears.
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harperr303mo ago
Scanners show things hands never could.
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harris.kai3mo ago
In ortho, scanners catch stress reactions long before palpation finds anything. That early detection is crucial for preventing chronic damage. Skyler551's instinct training has merit, but without scanners, we're working blind.
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