DIY vs shop maintenance

[cansberry]

Now I know the 4xe as a platform is so new that it hasn't had enough time to mature into anything with a large base of shade tree mechanics working on it, but I am curious.

As a guy who grew up working on ancient piles of garbage that cost less to buy than a shop visit, when my 4xe is of age to suffer mechanical malady or upgrades to the powertrain (solid state battery) become widely available, I'm rather intent on doing that work myself. I also have some experience in computer repair, so I think I've got at least a base to build knowledge from. And given dealerships can't seem to figure the simpler Jeeps out, much less 4xes, I figure that's prudent.

But what about the larger community? Will you only trust shops to work on it? Do it yourself once that warranty is dead and gone? Or is this a disposable vehicle that at the first sign of trouble is gone?

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[Maxpwns]

I do all my own work. If I don’t have the tools I buy the tools I need. Regular maintenance on your vehicle will give you a good understanding of what’s going wrong and possible problem areas. I’ve had engines gone from dealers not putting plugs back after oil changes etc.

Recalls and major engine work will be done at the dealer. Otherwise I’ll be doing it. Eventually I’ll move to working on the battery. Im very big in right to repair, have been following rich rebuilds forever and party of many Tesla rebuild groups. Eventually I’ll need to repair it and I’ll be ready at that time.