{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"The Impact of Wait Times and Digital Inspections on Shop Productivity with Christopher Johnson, Part 2","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/the-impact-of-wait-times-and-digital-inspections-on-shop-productivity-with-christopher-johnson-part-2","audioUrl":"https://media.transistor.fm/a547753d/e9285ae7.mp3","description":"\n        Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs.  Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERERegister NOW for Tekmetric's Tektonic Conference coming up HEREIn this episode, Jeff and Christopher pick up where they left off and discuss the benefits of digital vehicle inspection (DVI) for reducing customer wait times and minimizing technician frustration. Christopher also shares how the podcast has positively impacted his outlook and relationship with his manager. Additionally, the conversation explores the intricacies of budget racing and the importance of an efficient shop layout.00:00 Monster Miata car show, LS engine, unique.04:34 Autocross, ice racing led to chump car.08:29 Realized the cost of racing tires is surprising.09:54 Expensive racing involves $25,000 expenses.14:31 Issues with camshafts and lifter failures.16:24 The Last head was stripped down due to tight keepers.21:52 The Backseat is useless for this car, consider removal.25:57 Tool organization on the cart improves work efficiency.27:44 High school followed by work and schooling.31:25 Young lady Erin has family mechanics influence.34:57 Using the phone to document workplace repairs.39:26 Industry history of works but fuels anxiety.41:37 Frustration over customers waiting in the shop.45:21 Grateful for the podcast, overcoming struggles, and improved work.48:31 Exciting plans for Asda's upcoming conversations.51:36 Please comment, share, and subscribe to the podcast.\nFollow/Subscribe to the show on social media! TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jeffcompton7YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheJadedMechanicFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091347564232\n      "},"annotations":[{"startTime":89.0,"endTime":113.0,"type":"car","title":"Honda Civic","url":"/cars/honda/civic","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/d/d3/2017_Honda_Civic_Type_R_FK8_in_Championship_White%2C_front_right%2C_08-04-2024.jpg","quote":"...r raced. 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It's getting really. Yeah, so I. Even in my mom's car, she got a. She has a 23 cx 30. She finally got a new car. If you. If you want. Here's a customer, just a kind of an aside. Here's a customer that is buying a car until it's completely used up. Yeah.","canonicalId":"car:mazda:cx-30","priority":0.5,"confidence":1.0,"source":"fuzzy","data":{"imageAttribution":"Vauxford (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":1084.0,"endTime":1092.0,"type":"car","title":"Toyota A90","url":"/cars/toyota/supra","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/56/2019_Toyota_Supra_NASCAR_Xfinity_Series_Race_Car_front%2C_NYIAS_2019.jpg","quote":"Wow. She had a 79 t bird, a 90 Corsica, an zero four accord, and now she has a 23. 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