John Haynes, the father of the diy manual, 1938-2019

[Lerxst]

Can’t believe this wasn’t posted when he passed away a couple weeks ago.

Anyone who came of driving & wrenching age in the era before YouTube videos probably owes Haynes (and Floyd Clymer) a debt of gratitude for the excellent repair manuals. Detailed instructions, vehicle specific techniques, and great photographs made every new repair job a possibility for the amateur mechanic.

https://www.automobilemag.com/news/john-haynes-creator-haynes-manuals-obituary/

 

[telecaster911]

I still buy those or the clymer and keep them in the appropriate vehicle. RIP.

 

[Rick 381]

I've got about 6 of those in the bookcase. Some f the best manuals ever. It's really hard to follow step by step instructions out in the driveway on youtube.

 

[Steverino]

I've got several too. I seem to recall being frustrated at those books a few times when I'd really need to get in depth and it'd refer me to a "qualified mechanic" or similar.

 

[Tralfaz]

RIP

Those manuals gave me the courage to start many a repair I really shouldn't have.

 

[tiger roach]

I changed my own oil, once.

And even I know about those books.

 

[Steverino]

I always used Chilton or even better, Motor Manuals. If you had one of those, you could fix anything, or at least see how.