DFW ASE master mechanic needed

[dallas_]

Trying to get the SLC on the road and need an ASE certified master mechanic to inspect it to meet the TxDOT requirements

My go-to Firestone shop in Plano no longer has the guy I've always used.

Anyone know someone who has all the current certs?

[spdbrake]

Typically New Car Dealerships have a few working there. It doesn't take too long to gather the certs. You may try the local Ford dealers.

[H-Rod]

Chris Byrd and myself used a guy at a Firestone on Northwest Hwy. literally next door to Kellers.
Cool dude.

[dallas_]

Originally Posted by H-Rod

Chris Byrd and myself used a guy at a Firestone on Northwest Hwy. literally next door to Kellers.
Cool dude.

bingo. One of their guys still has all his current certifications. Thanks guys!

[dallas_]

Originally Posted by dallas_

bingo. One of their guys still has all his current certifications. Thanks guys!

Dang, back to the drawing board. Can't get the required copies of his certifications.

[dallas_]

Originally Posted by dallas_

bingo. One of their guys still has all his current certifications. Thanks guys!

Dang, back to the drawing board. Can't get the required copies of his certifications.

[bwcobra15]

Originally Posted by dallas_

Dang, back to the drawing board. Can't get the required copies of his certifications.

sure you do

[RockBit]

Originally Posted by dallas_

Dang, back to the drawing board. Can't get the required copies of his certifications.

John:

I have copies of all his certs, which he gave to me. Why won’t he give them to you?

[Grey 65]

I think almost all the Firestone shops have at least one on their staff. I used a Firestone shop in Keller when I did my Cobra.

[bwcobra15]

I'll need to find one in Ellis County near Midlothian... soon.

[dallas_]

Originally Posted by bwcobra15

I'll need to find one in Ellis County near Midlothian... soon.

sure you do

[RedHawk]

Sweet! I have to transfer title from Colorado and I'm in Southlake. I've been reading up on the exciting and thrilling process of doing so and I am counting down the 60 days I have left to do that per Texas rules.

Oh Joy!

[dallas_]

I'm fairly sure you have to go thru all this only when getting a title the first time after assembly.

[SSSammy]

Originally Posted by dallas_

I'm fairly sure you have to go thru all this only when getting a title the first time after assembly.

True for new builds, John. And for an out-of-state title coming in you do this if you intend to title as an "Assembled Vehicle - ASVE". Like if his out-of-state title is an ASVE type (component build), year built replica title. You end up with a "Custom Vehicle" plate. Complex process, must read the Assembled Vehicle Manual first.


If he's coming in with a vintage year title, then he can go the vintage route or the ASVE route as he chooses. For instance, a 1965 title year will get you a regular plate, and annual safety-only inspections will be required. Get a regular state inspection first, then do a simple title application. No limitations on operating the car. Or you can choose to get an "Antique Vehicle" plate and 5 yr inspections, accepting the "limitations" that go with an antique registration.


The reason why someone might want to go ASVE has to do with the fact that you only ever need the one ASE inspection for as long as you own the car in TX. Downside is the title will show year built, make: ASVE, and "Replica 1965 Ford" which is not always what future buyers prefer.


Of course ymmv, this always is subject to variations in job knowledge at the title desk, and whether the applicant has done their homework ...


Sam

[Noble65F5]

Loudon Motor Car Services can do it. I used them when I changed my title from Ohio. They'll print a copy of the mechanics certs. to go with your inspection form which is what you'll need. They're at 11454 Reeder Rd. off 35E and Royal Ln. Unfortunately they specialize in German cars so they're no good for anything else on your car.

[Noble65F5]

Guess I should have read the whole thread before posting. Glad you got it taken care of.

[dallas_]

Dang, thats about 2 blocks from my shop. Wish i had known that. Oh well, it's done anyway.

[RedHawk]

Ya know I figured that moving from the Loony bin of Denver Colorado where it is easier to title and register a cobra than a golf cart, took all but 20 minutes and one visit ( I can say that having lived there for 25 years) I mean no disrespect, but I figured Texas would have had their #$^% together for vehicle registration etc...but I forget that we're dealing with a bureaucracy and all that goes with it but this seems like someone who runs this department had their girlfriend stolen from a guy in high school who drove a cobra.

Yeah I know its for our safety, Yeah right! these cars are on the verge of killing us every time we step into one which is why I love them so gosh darn much!

[SSSammy]

Yeah, no argument about CO We had a process that worked until about 2011 when SEMA came through and lobbied the legislature to adopt the "SEMA Model Legislation" for kit cars. That bill was written by the aftermarket industry for the aftermarket industry, not us hobby guys. They wrote the part about requiring inspection by "Certified ASE Master Technician", not one of the tens of thousands of TX Auto Inspection Stations. Their goal was to generate demand for ASE Training. And it has to be Master ASE, with current certs in all 7 automotive sub-systems. There can't be 50 of these individuals statewide who are current. And there is no other requirement for Master Certification, so no motivation to get trained. So the next time you or anyone goes to SEMA Las Vegas, find that guy and kick him in the knee for all of us in TX.


Sam

[Tex2131]

Christian Bros in Roanoke has one.