r/AskMechanics is a subreddit with 434k members. The most common kinds of discussions are advice requests and solution requests, and the community frequently discusses noise, engine, car, looking for, and transmission, and they frequently recommend/review scan tool, wipers, and scanner.
Popular Themes in r/AskMechanics
#1
Advice Requests
: "Need genuine advice on where I should go with this from here"
16 posts
#2
Solution Requests
: "How do I get these retainer clips off my front brakes?"
9 posts
Popular Topics in r/AskMechanics
#1
Noise
: "I don’t know what this Noise is"
64 posts
#2
Engine
: "Warped oil filler bolt head solution + How to prevent metal shavings from getting into Engine - 2009 Yamaha XT250"
51 posts
#3
Car
: "Is it a problem if one corner of the Car won’t rest on a jack stand? I’m guess the garage slab is not very level? Trying to change my front and rear differential oil."
41 posts
#4
Looking For
25 posts
#5
Transmission
: "Help! Transmission soler 2013 Hyundai i20 Automatic - Shop claims need an engine overhaul?"
19 posts
#6
Frustrating_issues
18 posts
#7
Struggling
16 posts
#8
Repair
: "Rust Damage Cost to Repair"
14 posts
#9
Brake
: "Bad Brake Job?"
12 posts
#10
Battery
: "check Battery charging system code"
12 posts
Products Discussed in r/AskMechanics
Flair Used in r/AskMechanics
#1
Question
: "Am i cooked?"
191 posts
#2
Discussion
: "It’s fine."
9 posts
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+109k members(33.7%)
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Last updated: June 10, 2026