shadetree mechanic

Someone who repairs cars informally or as a hobby. Grandpa seems to love being retired. He's always been a bit of a shadetree mechanic, but now it's become his passion. You've got a pretty big problem with your transmission right now, more than this shadetree mechanic can diagnose. You'll have to take it to a professional.

See also:

from here to eternity
get (one) going
get going
get someone going
go strong
carp
carp about
carp about (someone or something)
care for
care for (someone or something)

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