<![CDATA[Within Spec]]>It doesn't care how your week is going. It's not meant to be perfect. Nothing ever is.

Here's the thing. Anybody can say something's broken. But somebody's gotta guarantee the work. Within Spec means you did the work, you know what the number's supposed to be, and you're putting your name on it. That's earned through experience and lessons learned.

There's a lot of guys talking about the trades right now online. Most of them spent six months in the lube bay, jumped to service writing and now make content about a job they barely knew. Techs sniff right through that in about four seconds.

We're still in it. Still turning wrenches, still under the truck, still running into stuff we've never seen before. We're going to give it to you straight - good and bad. We're not here to whine. Every problem we bring up, we'll tell you what we'd actually do about it.

We failed first so you don't have to. Somebody got us here. This is us paying it forward.

]]>https://getwithinspec.com/Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Mon, 12 Oct 2026 20:16:05 GMTMon, 31 Aug 2026 02:32:14 GMT60Within Spec<p>It doesn't care how your week is going. It's not meant to be perfect. Nothing ever is.</p><p></p><p>Here's the thing. Anybody can say something's broken. But somebody's gotta guarantee the work. Within Spec means you did the work, you know what the number's supposed to be, and you're putting your name on it. That's earned through experience and lessons learned.</p><p>There's a lot of guys talking about the trades right now online. Most of them spent six months in the lube bay, jumped to service writing and now make content about a job they barely knew. Techs sniff right through that in about four seconds.</p><p></p><p>We're still in it. Still turning wrenches, still under the truck, still running into stuff we've never seen before. We're going to give it to you straight - good and bad. We're not here to whine. Every problem we bring up, we'll tell you what we'd actually do about it.</p><p></p><p>We failed first so you don't have to. Somebody got us here. This is us paying it forward.</p>episodicWithin Specteam@getwithinspec.comno<![CDATA[Lick and Stick ]]>In this episode Josh, Marshall and Guest Host Brent talk into the critical importance of safety inspections in the trucking industry, highlighting the integrity of inspections, the role of technicians, and the alarming statistics regarding failed inspections in Canada compared to the U.S. The discussion emphasizes the need for proper training and qualifications for inspectors, the consequences of poor practices, and the specific safety concerns related to brake systems.

Interested In joining the professional technician community? Apply today at https://getwithinspec.com

Chapters

00:00 The Importance of Inspections and Integrity

03:05 Inspection Statistics: Canada vs. the U.S.

05:55 The Role of Technicians in Safety Inspections

09:06 Training and Qualifications of Inspectors

12:08 The Consequences of Poor Practices

15:04 Brake Systems and Safety Concerns

18:05 The Need for Proper Training and Standards

]]>e5fc755a-502e-47ea-b1e6-207caacbb874Sat, 03 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode Josh, Marshall and Guest Host Brent talk into the critical importance of safety inspections in the trucking industry, highlighting the integrity of inspections, the role of technicians, and the alarming statistics regarding failed inspections in Canada compared to the U.S. The discussion emphasizes the need for proper training and qualifications for inspectors, the consequences of poor practices, and the specific safety concerns related to brake systems.</p><p>Interested In joining the professional technician community? Apply today at <a href="https://getwithinspec.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://getwithinspec.com</a></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 The Importance of Inspections and Integrity</p><p>03:05 Inspection Statistics: Canada vs. the U.S.</p><p>05:55 The Role of Technicians in Safety Inspections</p><p>09:06 Training and Qualifications of Inspectors</p><p>12:08 The Consequences of Poor Practices</p><p>15:04 Brake Systems and Safety Concerns</p><p>18:05 The Need for Proper Training and Standards</p>no00:19:264Lick and Stick full<![CDATA[Under the Hood: The Cost of Going Viral]]>In this Under the Hood episode, the Josh and Marshall and special guest Brent, discuss the implications of social media on employment, particularly focusing on a technician who lost his job after posting a TikTok video. They explore the balance between personal branding and workplace policies, emphasizing the need for clear social media guidelines in companies. The conversation highlights the evolving landscape of employment and the importance of navigating social media carefully to protect one's career.

Interested In joining the professional technician community? Apply today at https://getwithinspec.com

]]>6be9b753-71c7-4926-9307-e328b2bb9adfWed, 30 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT<p>In this Under the Hood episode, the Josh and Marshall and special guest Brent, discuss the implications of social media on employment, particularly focusing on a technician who lost his job after posting a TikTok video. They explore the balance between personal branding and workplace policies, emphasizing the need for clear social media guidelines in companies. The conversation highlights the evolving landscape of employment and the importance of navigating social media carefully to protect one's career.</p><p>Interested In joining the professional technician community? Apply today at <a href="https://getwithinspec.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://getwithinspec.com</a></p>no00:10:12Under the Hood: The Cost of Going Viralbonus<![CDATA[The .30 Illusion ]]>In this episode, Josh, Marshall and Guest Richard explore the real-world challenges technicians face that extend beyond book times, including delays caused by logistics, equipment, and processes. Our hosts share insights on how inefficiencies and systemic issues impact productivity and profitability in automotive repair shops.

Interested In joining the professional technician community? Apply today at https://getwithinspec.com

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Book Time vs Real World Challenges

02:03 Battery Testing in Cold Weather and OEM Limitations

04:11 Transition from Hand Tools to Power Tools in Dealerships

06:19 Diagnostic Time Caps and Warranty Constraints

09:02 Dealership Design and Workflow Optimization

11:08 The Importance of Listening to Technicians

13:20 Financial Impact of Inefficiencies

15:48 The Value of Technician Feedback in Facility Design

16:57 Tracking Time Wasted and Improving Efficiency

17:41 Closing Remarks and Next Steps




]]>f3ad18ea-396c-44da-8003-9a8ab8aebe41Sun, 27 Sep 2026 22:31:16 GMT<p>In this episode, Josh, Marshall and Guest Richard explore the real-world challenges technicians face that extend beyond book times, including delays caused by logistics, equipment, and processes. Our hosts share insights on how inefficiencies and systemic issues impact productivity and profitability in automotive repair shops.</p><p>Interested In joining the professional technician community? Apply today at <a href="https://getwithinspec.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://getwithinspec.com</a></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Introduction to Book Time vs Real World Challenges</p><p>02:03 Battery Testing in Cold Weather and OEM Limitations</p><p>04:11 Transition from Hand Tools to Power Tools in Dealerships</p><p>06:19 Diagnostic Time Caps and Warranty Constraints</p><p>09:02 Dealership Design and Workflow Optimization</p><p>11:08 The Importance of Listening to Technicians</p><p>13:20 Financial Impact of Inefficiencies</p><p>15:48 The Value of Technician Feedback in Facility Design</p><p>16:57 Tracking Time Wasted and Improving Efficiency</p><p>17:41 Closing Remarks and Next Steps</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>no00:17:473The .30 Illusion full<![CDATA[Beyond the Book Time]]>In this episode, Josh and Marshall explore the complexities of automotive technician pay, dealership policies, and the impact of social media on the industry, sparked by a viral technician video. We analyze how manufacturer protocols, dealership decisions, and technician innovations influence efficiency and fairness.

Interested In joining the professional technician community? Apply today at https://getwithinspec.com

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the viral technician video and industry impact

00:05 Technician frustrations with warranty pay and efficiency

00:09 The evolution of warranty times and technician innovations

00:28 Manufacturer responses to faster repair methods

00:49 Dealership management and handling of social media posts

00:50 Policy changes and their effects on industry profitability

00:51 The importance of fair pay and transparent procedures

01:00 The future of warranty work and technician retention


]]>fc3d2e63-5f43-4add-ac2f-af40c9143229Mon, 21 Sep 2026 03:52:14 GMT<p>In this episode, Josh and Marshall explore the complexities of automotive technician pay, dealership policies, and the impact of social media on the industry, sparked by a viral technician video. We analyze how manufacturer protocols, dealership decisions, and technician innovations influence efficiency and fairness.</p><p>Interested In joining the professional technician community? Apply today at <a href="https://getwithinspec.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"><b><strong>https://getwithinspec.com</strong></b></a></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Introduction to the viral technician video and industry impact</p><p>00:05 Technician frustrations with warranty pay and efficiency</p><p>00:09 The evolution of warranty times and technician innovations</p><p>00:28 Manufacturer responses to faster repair methods</p><p>00:49 Dealership management and handling of social media posts</p><p>00:50 Policy changes and their effects on industry profitability</p><p>00:51 The importance of fair pay and transparent procedures</p><p>01:00 The future of warranty work and technician retention</p><p><br /></p>no00:18:192Beyond the Book Timefull<![CDATA[How to Leave ]]>In this episode, Josh and Marshall discuss the best practices for leaving a job professionally in the automotive industry, emphasizing the importance of integrity, communication, and reputation management.



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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Leaving a Job in the Automotive Industry

02:24 Handling Frustration and Motivation in Transition

05:14 The Value of Working Out Your Two Weeks

07:43 Leaving the Workspace in Good Condition

12:29 Building Trust and Leaving on Good Terms

15:41 Communicating About New Opportunities

16:14 The Consequences of Backing Out

17:34 Maintaining Integrity and Reputation

18:19 The Small World of the Automotive Industry

19:36 Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks



]]>b9ed4a8c-d31d-4d29-a545-b328a5a7097cSun, 13 Sep 2026 22:35:03 GMT<p>In this episode, Josh and Marshall discuss the best practices for leaving a job professionally in the automotive industry, emphasizing the importance of integrity, communication, and reputation management.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Interested In joining the professional technician community? Apply today at <a href="https://getwithinspec.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://getwithinspec.com</a></p><p><br /></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Introduction to Leaving a Job in the Automotive Industry</p><p>02:24 Handling Frustration and Motivation in Transition</p><p>05:14 The Value of Working Out Your Two Weeks</p><p>07:43 Leaving the Workspace in Good Condition</p><p>12:29 Building Trust and Leaving on Good Terms</p><p>15:41 Communicating About New Opportunities</p><p>16:14 The Consequences of Backing Out</p><p>17:34 Maintaining Integrity and Reputation</p><p>18:19 The Small World of the Automotive Industry</p><p>19:36 Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>no00:19:471How to Leave full<![CDATA[Why Within Spec?]]>Why we are here. Why Within Spec was made.

]]>a303b6d5-968e-4f66-8ec3-72936ebc5aa3Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:22:16 GMT<p>Why we are here. Why Within Spec was made.</p>no00:02:31Why Within Spec?bonus