Top 5 Humble Mechanic Articles of 2018

As TechShop closes the year, the editorial team chose the most read Humble Mechanic articles from 2018.

Charles is a Master Certified Volkswagen Mechanic, giving you the honest word about VWs, and life as a mechanic.

Published: December 14, 2018

As TechShop closes the year, the editorial team chose the most read Humble Mechanic articles from 2018.

Humble Mechanic: The Must Have Tools for VW and Audi Repairs
Published May 2018
Charles Sanville goes over some of the must-have tools for working on VWs and Audis.

Humble Mechanic: Socket Storage Tips
Published Aug. 2018
Sanville discusses the best way to store sockets.

Installing Coilovers: 5 Tips
Published March 2018
When we think about upgrading a suspension, upgrading coilovers is a really great option.

Humble Mechanic: Tips for Powered Test Lights
Published Oct. 2018
Sanville does a review and demo of a powered test light.

Humble Mechanic: Important Tools, Tips for Clutch Replacement
Published July 2018
Sanville gives some tips on replacing the clutch disc, pressure plate and flywheel.

Clutch “No Release” Problems

Poor clutch release makes it difficult to start and stop the vehicle or change gears.

By TechShop Staff Writers

Published: February 7, 2024

“No release” is probably the most common of all clutch problems. The purpose of the clutch is to couple and decouple the engine and transmission. Poor clutch release makes it difficult to impossible to start and stop the vehicle or change gears.

Common Clutch release problems