Basic Car Maintenance Middle School- Adults Homeschool Resource Center 307 S. Parsons Ave. Brandon, 33511 Tuesdays, beginning January 7th, and running for 15 weeks no class spring break week 3:30-4:30 PM Want to give your kids some invaluable skills they will use for the rest of their lives? In a recent poll, approximately 70% of millennials or younger claim to not know how to change a car tire. On top of that, thousands of dollars are wasted every day by frivolous charges tacked on at unscrupulous automotive shops that can be easily saved by conducting basic vehicle maintenance at home. This year, the average age of vehicles in the US hit a record 12.5 years, making vehicle maintenance more important than ever. This is an automotive maintenance skills class for all mature children ages 11-17 and adults. The following skills will be taught in this class: The basics of how engines function The basics of suspensions The basics of fuel, electrics The basics of tools Headlight/taillight replacement Engine air filter replacement Cabin air filter replacement Battery diagnostic and replacement Oil change in standard, turbocharged, and diesel vehicles Proper vehicle cleaning, detailing, minor paint correction How to change a tire How to repair a flat tire Coolant flush and change Diagnostic tool use ODBII code clearing (Check engine light) And much much more Parents: Now here's an additional opportunity. Want maintenance done on your vehicle? Email me and we can arrange supervised service done if items are provided (oil/filters/spark plugs, etc). The instructor, Bobby O'Brien, has over 15 years of professional automotive experience in the civilian and military sectors. He early retired from the USAF after 16 years of service and currently serves his community as a volunteer assistant scoutmaster. He has a communications degree from CCAF and has instructed students at Tampa Bay HEAT since 2022. Bobby O'Brien can be reached at 325-227-9659 or at [email protected] For 15 weeks of class, the fee is $200. This is limited to 20 students so register and pay early to secure your spot in this amazing program! You may pay online, drop payment by the HRC or mail to Tampa Bay HEAT, 1011 Knowles Rd. Brandon, 33511 | 
