21st Mar 2017, 15:39
The easiest way to address that is to simply pay a shop. Many even shuttle you to work. To me working a little bit of overtime in a clean office is better. You work either way. Saves busted knuckles, grease, jack stands etc. It's hardly worth changing oil anymore. I actually buy better filters, even my own Mobil 1, and just pay labor. The point is I can do it, I have all the tools etc., I just do not like the hassle. There's always alternatives. Work is work. Let a mechanic do his thing. I am really good at mine.
21st Mar 2017, 11:12
Are you really using your Tacoma much at all since you bought the Chevrolet Volt? My point is semi retire the ones with age and high mileage. And drive a newer one. I would rather have a V8 full size and use it for absolutely everything. Haul and tow. Mine gets about 100 miles a month. Gas isn't a factor and it's loaded with options. And paid off. I do synthetic once a year. Keep it immaculate and keep it well waxed. I suspect this one will last for years.