I uninstalled the Fuelly app now that it has become hot garbage, everything is a subscription service even though it’s just a simple Excel sheet. I could go back to using an excel sheet, but I was curious if anyone has any recommendations. TIA!
I wait for something to make a noise when it really shouldn’t be.
I use Carfax. You can create an account and self-report services. Some shops will automatically report to Carfax on your behalf, but most don’t, and I certainly have to enter my own DIY work manually.
This came in clutch when I sold my last car private party because I was able to print out the Carfax for my vehicle and it included my self-reported records as well, the buyer loved it.
I wasn’t even aware the dealership I got my car from automatically reported to Carfax until I started receiving reminders for oil changes, inspections, and registration renewals. I just went ahead and created an account and it’s great to have an automatic record there in case I lose my receipts.
I’m low tech. I just keep the receipts in the glovebox.
I do similar, except I scan the receipt with my phone and save the file with a name like “Oil 78542” - recording what I did and the mileage. Then I throw the paper away.
I use fuelio on Android. Works well and has backup to Google Drive. Fuelio
This is what I use too. I’m not super happy with it but it gets the job done. Services and reminders are very confusing.
Love this app aswell but I only use it to track fuel consumption
Oil gets changed every 6000 miles.
I use Trello. Both for planning mods and tracking service history.
Hondas built in maintenance minder. Excellent idea.
A custom made Google Sheet to track everything - maintenance, repairs, insurance, and fuel ups. I’d like to move to an app that supports all of the above, but getting everything into an importable format was messy (tried it with Fuelio), and I gave up after a while. The fact that I’m also writing down parts purchased prior to installation does not make this easier.
My plan is to try and convert it all into plaintext accounting format (probably Beancont with a tailor-made plugin), but so far I’ve been mostly kicking that ball down the street.
The car reminds me, otherwise I guess I’d make calendar entries for maintenance schedules?
Google sheets for years
I’ve used Simply Auto on Android for 4-5 years. Simply Auto is doing a great job at tracking my vehicle’s mileage and services. https://www.simplyauto.app
I have a service notebook in the glovebox and I also write them in Notes so that I can view it online from anywhere.
I keep a small journal. I write the date, mileage, and fuel level in the journal for each entry. Then I detail what maintenance was performed, and when the next time that maintenance should be done. I also write other information such as part numbers, manufacturers, or any other important information regarding a repair or replacement so that I can reference back in the future if I need to do it again.
I am a professional mechanic, so its not a big deal for me. Just like making a repair order for my own vehicle, really.
Maybe im too tired, but what’s the point of noting the fuel level?
158,000+ miles on my Subaru and only needed a new battery and bought new tires.
You might want to check out the oil
These must be solid brakes
I do my own brakes.
For now
Brakes are super easy to do yourself.
