Mechanic Tattoo Ideas: Grease, Gears & Grit

Mechanic Tattoo Ideas are perfect for those who like to fix a car, bike, or any kind of machine. These tattoo tools show pride in working with construction engines and dirtying their hands. Many designs include things such as wrenches, gears, spark plugs, or engine parts. Something gear and pipe tool,s or mechanical hearts are holding.

Whether you are a full-time mechanic or just like to work in your garage, these can represent hard work, skill, and passion for tattoo machines. You can keep it simple with small devices or go large with wide engine art. Some people also add quotes like “not bought” or “Greece monkey” to show their love for business. This is a great way to show your love for building and fixing things.

Mechanic Tattoo Ideas

1. Wrench and screwdriver crossed
2. Gear with a piston in the center
3. Heart made of gears
4. Realistic engine block
5. Spark plug with flames
6. Skull wearing mechanic goggles
7. Hand holding a wrench
8. Toolbox with “Fix Anything”
9. Greasy handprint
10. Ratchet tool design
11. The car shape is made from tools
12. “Built Not Bought” text
13. Wrenches in a cross shape
14. V8 engine image
15. Sleeve with gears
16. Old-fashioned oil can
17. Gear and chain tattoo
18. The tool belt was tucked around the waist
19. Engine timing marks
20. Hot rod car
21. Gas pump tattoo
22. Car clutch image
23. Skeleton handmade of tools
24. The timing chain wrapped around the wrist
25. RPM gauge at max
26. Gas pedal with “Go!”
27. Skull with piston jaw
28. Bolt and wrench
29. Tire on fire
30. Mechanic’s prayer text
31. Transmission design
32. Air hose wrapping arm
33. Socket wrench set
34. Full sleeve of tools
35. Ratchet bracelet
36. Car jack design
37. Creeper board image
38. Torn skin with gears inside
39. Gear shifter knob
40. Torque wrench image
41. Exhaust pipe with flames
42. Spark plug
43. “Grease Monkey” phrase
44. Pin-up girl mechanic
45. Hammer and wrench crossed
46. Tools in a chain pattern
47. Hand holding a piston
48. Bench full of tools
49. Speedometer and tachometer
50. “Oil in My Veins”
51. Blueprint of the engine
52. Wrench ring
53. Jack stand
54. Battery with lightning
55. Manual gear shift pattern
56. Exhaust smoke in cool shapes
57. Crankshaft art
58. Drag racing car
59. Check-up list tattoo
60. Headlight beams
61. Bolt cutters
62. Welding mask and torch
63. Auto shop name
64. “Turn & Burn” text
65. Broken tool with “Fixed it Anyway”
66. Chain bracelet with tools
67. Diesel engine block
68. Wings made of gears
69. Toolbox filled with parts
70. Crossed ratchets
71. “Built by Hand” quote
72. Engine head and parts
73. Blown engine art
74. Heart dripping with oil
75. Alignment tool
76. Steering wheel
77. Socket tool wrapping arm
78. Tire tread marks
79. Helmet with tools
80. “Check Engine” symbol as a joke
81. “Torque It” with flexed bicep

1. Wrench and Screwdriver Crossed

• Draw a wrench and a screwdriver crossing like an “X”.
  
• Add some bolts or nuts in the background.
  
• Shade it to give it a bold, strong look.
  
• Great spot: arm, back, or chest.
  

2. Gear with a Piston Inside

• Draw a big round gear.
  
• Put a piston (car part) right in the middle.
  
• Add a few oil drops or smoke to make it cool.
  
• Best spot: shoulder or leg.
  

3. Mechanical Heart

• Start with a heart shape.
  
• Replace parts of the heart with gears and pipes.
  
• Color it with grey, black, and maybe some red.
• Best for chest or upper arm.
  

4. Realistic Engine Block

• Find a detailed engine picture.
  
• Ink it with metal parts and bolts.
  
• Add some fire or smoke if you like it bold.
  
• Best for back or full arm.

5. Spark Plug with Flames

• Draw a spark plug (the part that sparks the engine).
  
• Add flames coming out from the end.
  
• Use color for the fire (red, orange).
  
• Works well on the neck, forearm, or calf.