You do realize you are basically mentoring thousands of people through KZitem. I appreciate it a lot.
@thomhill2054
2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely, i owners a car stereo shop for almost 20 years . The wizard is mentoring us mentors.
@fisherman9566
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, a huge thanks to the car wizard. I'm always looking for self-help videos for my vehicles. Mr wizard makes things easy to understand and shows the most efficient way of doing things.
@notxarb21
4 жыл бұрын
One of my favorite tips was to use a small cardboard box to keep bolts of different sizes/lengths in order... especially for a water pump replacement! I draw a crude outline of the bolt pattern on the box, poke holes in the appropriate places and insert the bolts in order as I remove them. Keeps me from using a long bolt in a short hole or vice-versa when I re-install!
@giosoftware
4 жыл бұрын
Very useful idea!
@matthewriley6540
4 жыл бұрын
This idea is great. My father did the same thing in his shop. Takes all the guess work out and speeds up the assembly process.
@CAREERMAN70
4 жыл бұрын
I did the same thing when I had to take the top of a Honda Goldwing apart to get to the Air filter. Nothing will make you want to swing a monkey wrench at an engineer quite like changing the air filter on a Goldwing!
@mikeyboy2154
4 жыл бұрын
I use lots of polystyrene egg cartons for small engine and electrical work . I write on the box with a sharpie the direction of assy. or disassy. I also use them for the cardboard as substitute on smaller fasteners.
@ronnytotten9292
3 жыл бұрын
I often just put the bolt in the correct slot in the old water pump
@paulh2981
4 жыл бұрын
Here's a tip. If you're working on a car that's parked on grass, spread out an old blanket or tarp onto the grass and park the car on that. If you drop something small like a screw or bolt, it'll be a ton quicker and easier to find it on a tarp or blanket than if it fell into the grass.
@daveheiskala7007
10 ай бұрын
Awesome tips you are truly blessed by God and his Spirit. Thank you.
@PaulFletcher-w2l
10 ай бұрын
A magnet will make finding metal parts easier in that situation, too. You can also put the magnet in a plastic bag to pick up swarf and turn the bag inside out as you remove the magnet and bin the bag, leaving you with a clean magnet.
@leetos.4915
7 ай бұрын
auto picnic in other words
@d.j.aguilar6208
4 ай бұрын
Laying a tarp down is a good tip because I lost so much crap in the grass already! 😢
@RyanAllendorf
4 жыл бұрын
Spent 4 Years at college, and learned more here in 20 minutes.
@TiMmMAAaaa
4 жыл бұрын
Lol yeah right you musta had you eyes and ears closed the time dummy
@zaynehm2444
3 жыл бұрын
I'm sorry i have to tell you wasted 4 years then lol these tips for person who really love snap on and spending time and money on stupid stuff .
@Jose-ki6si
3 жыл бұрын
@@zaynehm2444 lol
@evanbushong4291
3 жыл бұрын
😂❤️
@jeffferg8498
3 жыл бұрын
This guy is humble gold for saving money. May his kind increase.
@970357ers
4 жыл бұрын
My tip: always undo the transmission fill plug before the drain plug.
@royevans4581
4 жыл бұрын
haha good one. In the case of my 2006 Focus ST with a Volvo engine crammed into a smallish car, the transmission fill plug is a total nightmare to get loose. You have to cut down a 24mm socket to super low profile and use a wobble bar just to get some bite onto it. If you can get that loose before draining your fluid at least you are not stuck with an empty 'box if things go wrong.
@frugalprepper
4 жыл бұрын
Same goes for diffs. Always get the fill plug loose before removing the pan.
@CarlosRodriguez-hb3vq
4 жыл бұрын
I made that mistake on an old Porsche manual transmission. The plug is a 17mm Allen with pipe threads. I ended up using a 3/4” EZ out and breaker bar but oh what PITA.
@mikeyboy2154
4 жыл бұрын
Kodak moments excellent advice as well as keep window down. 👍🏻thx
@thefogisgone3662
3 жыл бұрын
@@royevans4581 just use a 6 point wrench.. or a super shallow socket. Lol
@darkiee69
4 жыл бұрын
Take several photos. One after each part removed. That way you just look at the images in reverse order when you're putting it back together again.
@getchasome6230
4 жыл бұрын
Definitely bag and label hardware too, that includes bolts and brackets... especially if you're not going to immediately put it back together
@couchrider6228
4 жыл бұрын
darkiee69 wished I had more than once.
@daveholden2711
4 жыл бұрын
Like building a Lego set!
@eginteractive
4 жыл бұрын
Also, get some cheap paint markers (you can find these at just about any hardware store, Grainger, etc.) and put a little dot on the hoses / fasteners, and put a dot of the same color on where the fastener goes, or where the hose plugs in to. If you have a ton of hoses, or only have one paint marker, you can use multiple dots (like 2:2, 3:3, and so on) or a cross (or some other symbol) so you don't even have to confuse the color coding. I've also used different colored electrical tape for this purpose as well. This is extremely useful for vacuum hoses, which may have multiple hoses of the same diameter. Manufacturers often do this for lining up certain components as well during assembly.
@St3althytoast3rTV
3 жыл бұрын
This is a must on my wife's Jetta Tsi.
@ajw828
4 жыл бұрын
A/C O-ring tip is great, will have to keep that in mind for next time! Will check the Amazon page...
@neilmurphy845
4 жыл бұрын
Ya me to never knew you could use them on everything
@DEEuroworks
4 жыл бұрын
A.J. W. Prices just went up on em lol. Bmw uses the green o rings on lot of their sensors and solenoids. The old ones seam to be in pretty good shape after removing. Getting me a box asap
@ajw828
4 жыл бұрын
hyelifels haha no kidding, Wizard has quite a following.
@brogenville
4 жыл бұрын
Neil Murphy because you can’t- not quite anyway. You wouldn’t want to use them on moving seals exposed to brake fluid for example. Static should be ok though.
@neilmurphy845
4 жыл бұрын
@@brogenville ya I guess they weren't made for that
@sleepyhollow783
4 жыл бұрын
The AC O-ring was a secret unknown. But all were excellent. Never liked the radiator drain because it was too slow & wouldn't clear out any debris as well as the hose outlets. Tip #11. Marry a great, innovative & supportive person.
@stevebo8055
4 жыл бұрын
sleepyhollow783 Mrs Wizard is a keeper for sure.
@derkdiggler4995
4 жыл бұрын
I jiggle it a little bit. And usely pull my hose !💑 Great Scott!
@derkdiggler4995
4 жыл бұрын
Dig it!
@caseywhite8969
3 жыл бұрын
Mrs.wizard is just the best
@PFLEONARDI0906
2 жыл бұрын
@@derkdiggler4995 Sounds like a personal problem…
@seeya205
4 жыл бұрын
I lose the straws for my spray cans before they are empty! LOL! I have done the dremmel on broke bolts too! I also haven't touched a peacock in 20 years. So much easier and faster to drain coolant from the bottom hose.
@paulh2981
4 жыл бұрын
I touched a peacock once. I will *never* be allowed back to that zoo.
@kris856
4 жыл бұрын
12:00 :) very good idea. I do actually leave the windows open while working on my own car - especially after witnessing a fellow guy breaking the window of his car - the car was left running idle but it locked up itself. The owner was literally crying breaking this window. Later it came out the smallest windown he has chosen to break was the most expensive one :) Then he cried for the second time.
@frugalprepper
4 жыл бұрын
I swear I have 10,000 of them in my garage, somewhere. I think there is a black hole under my workbench somewhere. It got an 11mm deep the other day.
@couchrider6228
4 жыл бұрын
seeya205 10-4 on bottom rad. hose 20
@johnmichaelkarma
4 жыл бұрын
Car Wizard reminds me of a heating n cooling guy I finally met a few years ago. A real straight shooter that wants to help,treats you fairly,doesn't talk down to you and truly has your best interests at heart. Someone you can be proud to recommend to others.
@coryalansmith
4 жыл бұрын
These tips remind me of lessons I learned from my dad and grandpa in the garage -- not amazing mechanics like you, but amazingly resourceful guys. Thanks for sharing!
@markusstrobl1067
4 жыл бұрын
Tip 7: Another reason to always leave the window down is most newer cars with frame-less windows lower the window a little when the door opens. If you leave the window up and then disconnect the battery and get in the car you'll damage it when you close the door and the window is all the way up. The service manual for my car specifically states the window must be lowered as part of the procedure of disconnecting the battery.
@scottketchum2224
4 жыл бұрын
I'm a DIY mechanic and I always have the rule to not touch the drain plug on any radiator and I also like to take some pics of the engine before I take it apart. It really does make life easier.
@jaynorthpen
3 жыл бұрын
For old parts functioning as tools (tip #6) if you slap a coat of spray paint on them in some uncommon colour like safety orange, school bus yellow, etc... that would make it less likely someone else will confuse them for scrap or the new guy doesn't pick up the wrong one and put is on a customers car. Which colour doesn't really matter. As long as it is consistent and stands out so everyone knows it is a shop tool.
@smokinhalf
Жыл бұрын
thats interesting where I work we spray the stuff with paint that is to be thrown away
@garfixit
4 жыл бұрын
I love the o ring tip I'm a A/C tech you are 100% correct that's also going to give more confidence from your customer with your work. You rock Wizard👍🤟👌🧙♂️
@paidoluca
4 жыл бұрын
Fantastic! I watched the three videos with our tips - I'm actually a DIY mechanic and use few. I liked most the oring lubricant idea, relay switch, A/C o-rings and few others. Please do more videos like this. The DIY community appreciate it very much!
@hedga001
3 жыл бұрын
Another method to use besides the straws from spray cans is to use white cable ties. The locking groves plus the white make it easy to read the level of fluid in transfer cases and differentials.
@colorocko1
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I remember the days before KZitem and asking a mechanic or two for information and I get a reply: "trade secret," or worse, ignore mode. It is nice to know information can be shared now.
@bmh67wa
4 жыл бұрын
Excellent tip about the O rings. I've been using AC ones for everything for years.
@meshies
3 жыл бұрын
Even for fuel injectors? Are they ok?
@JamesParus
4 жыл бұрын
Before the dremel you take torx Key and hammer it in. Works almost every time.
@Schnuppi67
4 жыл бұрын
Nice turtle
@SerbanCMusca
4 жыл бұрын
60% of the time it works every time
@timewa851
4 жыл бұрын
@@SerbanCMusca & it's not a Torx bit anymore 99% of the time.
@timewa851
4 жыл бұрын
@@SerbanCMusca & it's not a Torx bit anymore 99% of the time.
@nbpt1000
4 жыл бұрын
@@timewa851 Torx or triple square bit.
@1juan167
3 жыл бұрын
Good man. It's nice to see a mechanic that is not ashamed of adminitg that he needs help
@Czechbound
4 жыл бұрын
Great Video ! SUGGESTION : Could you do a video about the car lifts maybe ? How to choose them ? What concrete bed do you need ? Drive on vs arm lifts ? How do you position a vehicle for safe lifting. How not to bed rocker arm pinch welds. When do you need to consider using a screw jack under the vehicle also. Safe working procedures around/ under lifts. Thank you. Love the channel
@AlessandroGenTLe
4 жыл бұрын
I'd add: when you have a 10x10cm (3x3in) surface where to put your lifter (I mean the Hydraulic Trolley Jack Car Lift), how can then you put the stands below the car? As working with the car on the lifter isn't safe, but you can't both have the car lifted and put the stand if there is just 9sqin surface for all.
@inappropriatevideos1353
4 жыл бұрын
I've been doing the window down thing for years at home. It's saved me many times.
@drippingwax
4 жыл бұрын
That is the first tip that I can use, but I also try to do that when I work in my garage. I am paranoid that I will lock myself out, even though neither of my cars lock the doors automatically. The power door locks do not work great, either. :)
@moyadapne968
4 жыл бұрын
@@drippingwax I started a Honda, jacked it up with motor running to fill the auto trans. Yep, the doors locked as the wheels started turning in neutral. 2 hrs waiting for the locksmith.
@drippingwax
4 жыл бұрын
I think that it makes sense to keep something handy in case someone locks themselves out, but you cannot exactly carry around Slim Jims. I am sure that lockout kit would be fine, but I expect there would be fewer questions with medical equipment.
@toddperry2270
4 жыл бұрын
Girl friend had her car at the body shop and a stray cat got into the car (through the open car window) and pissed inside the car... Not a fan of the open car window hack.
@caseywhite8969
3 жыл бұрын
I always keep a window cracked. Not wide open if the car is outdoor. Just enough to easily get something in the open the door. Because as mentioned prior.... fucking cats.
@gbw28
4 жыл бұрын
That green Mustang in the background, gorgeous.
@amirmograbi
4 жыл бұрын
petcock recommendation is legit, I had a hell of a time with that one on a chevy sonic
@kacperstick
4 жыл бұрын
Not that long ago i had to drain coolant on my car but it didnt have a petcock so i had to tak the bottom hose off. Turns out i was lucky i didnt have to deal with it.
@Beer_Dad1975
4 жыл бұрын
@@kacperstick I prefer having a petcock personally, due to having pulled a bottom radiator hose off only to have the stupid crap plastic bottom tank split on me - and yes, it was an American car - but most of the cars I've done coolant servicing on have been Japanese cars that have had pretty decent quality petcocks.
@zohaiblughmani5089
4 жыл бұрын
I tried to open the petcock on my sisters Saturn and it completely rounded out. I wont to that again. Thank you Car Wizard!
@Zirion123
4 жыл бұрын
you have to drain the coolant anwyays so why not just take the lower bigger hose off. never got why they put those on radiators, never seen anyone use it ever
@amirmograbi
4 жыл бұрын
@@Zirion123 If done right, a good quality petcock that doesn't require tools would be easier to work with. However because of cost cutting they should've just not included one at all.
@jamesluke7377
4 жыл бұрын
Some, mostly older petcocks are/were brass or aluminum. I with that was the case, but as long as it appears to be plastic, I too drain a radiator by removing the lower hose.
@jimmyboredom3519
4 жыл бұрын
Google and youtube are the only reason im capable of doing all my own auto repairs. Some basic standard and metric tool sets and google lets you take care of a lot of problems
@georgecroney6168
2 жыл бұрын
Be careful, you'll end up with thousands worth of tools, but they'll save you 10x that over a lifetime
@leonpetit8798
4 жыл бұрын
Hello Wizard, I wanted to thank you for your respect for apprentices and backyard mechanics, I’m from France and when I started my mechanics reconversion last year there was so many of these tips that could have save tons of time, but better learn late than never, you’re a great mentor
@dave1w41
4 жыл бұрын
Almost 40 years ago, the first thing I learned as a tech was to roll the window down. I still do it, even in my own garage when I'm doing an oil change.
@endtimeswriter
Жыл бұрын
I keep my truck rear slider window unlocked but closed even when I am not working on it. The I can use a broom handle or whatever is long enough to unlatch the inside front door.
@damageman
Жыл бұрын
Always roll it down! Still do it today as well
@mitch9521
4 жыл бұрын
My dremel has been a lifesaver many times, Paid $10 for it at a yard sale a few years ago, brand new and came with a 500 piece bit set.
@BSGSV
4 жыл бұрын
Video in the year 2050: Hoarder Intervention: Mrs. Wizard forces David to give up his 50,000,000 spray can tubes and old brake pads. ;)
@drippingwax
4 жыл бұрын
Have you seen Shouty Kilmer's garage? :)
@georgekerr8804
4 жыл бұрын
LOL
@Anonymous-it5jw
4 жыл бұрын
drippingwax The hoarder police have!
@elcaminosunlimited
4 жыл бұрын
@@drippingwax Its not a garage, its a dumpster.
@nickking1510
4 жыл бұрын
S V hey I worked in auto painting ,auto body,mechanics tv repair, industrial electronics heavy equipment, pc board repairs , marine repairs marine electronics , hf communications vhf uhf communications ,hvac and controls , motor rebuilding ,alternator rebuilding ,pump overhauls ,building automation,pc repairs .networking , industrial mechanical, pneumatics,hydraulics, welding ,brazing ,microwaves ,fabricating,medical electronics ,networking ,audio ,phone ,and auto electronics pcm , train remotes ,security cameras, robotics. My hobbies auto restoration custom auto painting engine building ,boat restoration ,fishing all types canoeing ,short wave listening ham radio .Guess what I don’t like to throw out much stuff ,also I was in my own business 35 + years I did exactly as Wizard and Scotty save time money and every dollar not spent is as good as a dollar earned !!
@dennysmith5284
Жыл бұрын
Love this guy. No goofin' around: right to the point, patiently, so everyone gets it.
@brianredmond4919
3 жыл бұрын
Figured out a lot of these tips by myself over the years but kinda though they were not” professional “ enough . You just made me feel good about them now .
@dennyhostasa2928
4 жыл бұрын
My only tip to add is always have "JB weld" on hand. Always. Fixes almost anything automotive. Amazing stuff.
@hawkeye454
4 жыл бұрын
Great tips my friend! One tip I used when I was once working as an apprentice mechanic was when remounting a cylinder head back on the gasket and block, (especially if there are no studs) was use a few drill bits in the bolt holes to keep the gasket from slipping out. Worked great on inline 4 and 6 engines. There may be something better to use but the drills never let me down.
@1320pass
4 жыл бұрын
I remember those TV carts! Good idea there. In the body shop we had to keep the windows up. A good place for keys also is on the driver side wiper blade at the base of the windshield.
@chipb1193
4 жыл бұрын
The Dremel is a highly underrated tool in auto repair!
@seeya205
4 жыл бұрын
Invaluable in tight spaces.
@wurly164
4 жыл бұрын
Chip B it’s great for removing nose hair
@DavidBugea
4 жыл бұрын
Amen, brother!
@efilnikufecin2004
4 жыл бұрын
@rogue I use my dremel all the time. you can create a new smaller head on a stripped bolt too. Never saw a spark except when I hit a nail with a circle cutter bit made for wood.
@johnmichaelkarma
4 жыл бұрын
I spent 2 hours trying to get a buried hose clamp off. On my way to buy a new Dremel to cut the clamp I stopped at a pawnshop. Lucky me they had beautiful comprehensive Dremel kit for 40 bucks. Now use it often for over 10 years
@estlhm805
3 жыл бұрын
This is why you are called the wizard. Great video and information!
@TheJurassicJunkie
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the o-ring suggestion!
@Andrew-rb4gs
4 жыл бұрын
My Dremel is a life saver. The AC o-ring tip is so logical. I'm going to stock up. Thanks. Your video's are great teaching tools. All the best to Mrs. Wizard also.
@ronrandall7118
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for all of the tips. I leave the keys either in my pocket or the ignition. Most cars cannot be locked with the key in the ignition. Leaving the window down is ok if you don't have any potential rodents. I didn't know about the A/C seals can also be used on oil seals. Great Video!!! Sounds like the Mrs. Wizard came up with all of the tips.
@heartofdixie67
4 жыл бұрын
Not to mention dust and shop smells 👍
@couchrider6228
4 жыл бұрын
Ron Randall MR. WEARDDID SURE has a LOT of special RULES. NO way I could handle even working around this arrogant dude much less for him . He’s the only one in that warehouse probably can’t keep help the condescending way he sounds when explaining one of HIS RULES.
@marte1a256
Жыл бұрын
I’m so confident, I love “pulling it out and taking a picture!“
@MassiveTrackHunter
4 жыл бұрын
Best bit: not using the radiator drain valve. Wish I had heard that before busting mine a few months ago. $250 screwup sponsored by GM's cheap plastic design and my own lack of knowledge. Thanks for the tips!
@wildberry752
4 жыл бұрын
that saved me
@johnmichaelkarma
4 жыл бұрын
I learned the hard way 35 years ago. Ya want to use the intended component and expect it will be ok........NOT.
@wildberry752
4 жыл бұрын
@@johnmichaelkarma even chrisfix used the petcock
@johnmichaelkarma
4 жыл бұрын
@@wildberry752 just pulled the good radiator out of my nice 94 300zx to do the timing belt service. Did not touch the petcock . Chris Fix does great vids and this old guy has learned some stuff from him. It is best to have numerous advisors. I have seen well intended vids on YT on different topics that have given terrible advice. Best to watch numerous if you undertake a task and are looking for help.
@derkdiggler4995
4 жыл бұрын
Oil changes payoff but we show the customer what they need and safety’s always over manitnece! 🔎👍
@fisherman9566
2 жыл бұрын
This man is taking time out of his busy day for our benefit. He provides valuable information on issues that every car owner should know. Thank you car wizard.
@weSteh
4 жыл бұрын
Wizard is the man. I would gladly have him work on my automobiles.
@josephm8294
4 жыл бұрын
This is one of the greatest DIY car repair videos ever. Thank you
@tobygathergood4990
3 жыл бұрын
I've built and worked on vehicles for the last 56 years and you sir are a mechanic after my own heart. I always replace any plastic petcock with brass ones, AND, I cover them with some kind of cover to keep dirt from jamming them up, just as I always replace under vehicle bolts with stainless ones, particularly on exhaust systems. I too have collections of all kinds of shaped metal pieces for my presses. Great videos!
@fuzzycuffs
4 жыл бұрын
Essential Mechanic Tips Part 4: Have a constant stream of income from an idiot friend who buys broken cars.
@tr33c21
4 жыл бұрын
Tbh. Only if you're experienced and know how to estimate the time the car needs fixing. Well maintained reliable cars usually are in the shop for an hour. And those make money as well. And don't cost space or time guessing
@wetlettuce4768
4 жыл бұрын
@@tr33c21 Oil changes and brakes are your bread and butter
@mcearl8073
4 жыл бұрын
Wet Lettuce Not if you’re good at actually charging for your labor, or in most cases like the wizard, charging for more hours than it takes. An oil change there’s really not much time available to make up additional free time and you have a lot of time just spent dealing with the customer, especially the ones who like to BS for a while. Nothing wrong with that of course, it’s just part of the deal but it can eat up a lot of time and the more customers you have to deal with per day the worse it gets.
@theflorgeormix
4 жыл бұрын
Showbiz
@derkdiggler4995
4 жыл бұрын
I buy cars when someone wants to write them off for junk and it’s mostly my time and my hoist it’s going to get me something!🦍💨
@ericlee1624
4 жыл бұрын
Your tips are great for beginners. I'm a weekend warrior and just started fixing up an old work truck, your paper in the socket trick saved my bacon on an obnoxiously placed bolt doing the headlights. You're the man, thanks and keep up the good work.
@blipco5
4 жыл бұрын
CW, let me change your life...Those spray straws- heat them up with a match or lighter and you can bend them to spray at odd angles or to dip into the transaxle. BOOM, life changed. 🍻
@Czechbound
4 жыл бұрын
Very cool !
@blipco5
4 жыл бұрын
Czechbound ...Somebody showed me how to do it for lubing my motorcycle chain instead of twisting the can every which way. Try it. 🍻
@KLAWNINETY
4 жыл бұрын
@@blipco5 That is the most ingenious thing I have ever heard in my entire life and I cannot wait for spring to come so I can try this. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
@blipco5
4 жыл бұрын
KLAW90 ...I was at a motorcycle show and I was at a booth that some guy was selling motorcycle chain lube. I was telling him that my chain was a pain to get to. He pulls a cigarette lighter out of his pocket and says "Here, just do this". He heats It briefly and beds it at about a 75 or 80 degree bend. Now I'm a good mechanic and a pretty resourceful guy but my jaw dropped to the floor wondering why I have never thought to do that in like thirty years or more. If you look on my tool bench I have several straws bent to certain angles to match the bike I'm going to lube. Glad I could help. Cheers 🍻
@mannypuerta5086
4 жыл бұрын
blipco5 Been doing that for years when I had sport bikes. Wish I had thought of it, myself. Too simple.
@rpsmith
4 жыл бұрын
I agree 100% about not using the petcock! And if you are trying to flush the system, water flow out the petcock is way too slow to flush the system properly!
@stekker1041
3 жыл бұрын
Nice tips! About grinding a slot in rounded allen bolts: works great! Usually before resorting to that you could try using a torx! For some sizes an oversized torx will barely fit an allen bolt head, which is good, because you can rotate it until it indexes but doesn't fit and then hammer it in. :)
@revinot
4 жыл бұрын
Radiator hose tip is dope didnt even think of that hahahaha
@seeya205
4 жыл бұрын
It's the only way to flush your rad and get everything out.
@lukekoleas3378
4 жыл бұрын
I owe you 8 beverages and 3 steaks. Gratitude Wizard.
@Galfrid
3 жыл бұрын
+1 on taking a photo of complicated wiring/tubing +1 on avoiding the radiator petcock. Always breaks, refuses to turn or refuses to seal. Great stuff! 👍👍
@georgebigalow977
4 жыл бұрын
Just amazing! I wish i had watched this before i broke the rad drain plug on my car! Liked and subbed.
@raider81blackhole15
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your tips.Im not a mechanic.I like to do work on my car,but understand my limits.I seen your videos,and learned alot from you.Thank you again,God bless you and your family.
@a.a.8572
4 жыл бұрын
Good tips! I will never forget the last tip from now on
@ruinunes8251
4 жыл бұрын
Good tip also when you round out Philips screws or in this case in the video, any screw or bolt that uses Allen keys, simply use a torx bit that is slightly bigger than the round out area, and knock the torx bit in with a hammer. Voila, now you can use a small spanner or anything you have handy to unscrew that bolt or screw. It worked for me many times.
@ultrablue2
4 жыл бұрын
I ran into #10 last year working on a neighbors’s car; the people at Autozone didn’t even know what a petcock was.
@Kingdan2011
4 жыл бұрын
Show them a picture of a rooster 🤣
@bartfoster1311
4 жыл бұрын
So just remember, if someone wants you to pet their cock, say no! I have never had this problem but every radiator I have done this on had a brass or aluminum valve but I was still careful with it.
@bwwilson1765
4 жыл бұрын
@@bartfoster1311 What the?! What cars are you working on that have metal petcocks?
@bartfoster1311
4 жыл бұрын
@@bwwilson1765 my 95 toyota pickup,2001 Montero, 95 Chevy w4 box truck. They used to make things a little better.
@charvakkarpe
3 жыл бұрын
How about just plugging up the petcock hole with JB Weld Water Weld after you break it?
@dronepilotflyby9481
4 жыл бұрын
Awesome video Wizard! I remember, back in the 80's, I worked rotating shifts for a very big company. On my days off I worked casually for a video rental chain (VHS days) and learned from the owner all the same type of tips to open a new store. You could fill the store with older used videos from brokers and get the new releases a few at a time to build your clientele. Our best rentals were not new vids but old horror and karate movies! I see this as your intro to newbies on your business.
@GeekyFast
4 жыл бұрын
Love this! Thanks a million for sharing your experience, Wizard!
@platty9237
2 жыл бұрын
The cut screwhead thing has come in so handy for me over the years. It’s an essential trick, that’s for sure.
@adrianmassey6673
4 жыл бұрын
Great tips, and loving that Corrado!
@Mr.XJ.96
3 жыл бұрын
Yes Sir......Its a rule in my shop too. Window down. Every shop I've worked at as well. I myself learned that lesson 25 years ago the hard way. Drilled that into my head.
@DougsCars
4 жыл бұрын
Yes! More Weeeeeezard!
@Jaxav8or
4 жыл бұрын
I used your rivet removal hack on a Briggs and Stratton rip cord assembly. Worked flawlessly and I’ll be able to re-use the holes on the frame the assembly attached to. Thanks Wizard!
@AceP40
4 жыл бұрын
i used the petcock on my 2007 mustang, it worked fine. still a good tip, I'll go with the hose method from now on.
@vikingman4614
4 жыл бұрын
You don't want to become another Craigslist seller selling his broken mustang. Stick with the hose method.
@tinytim9453
4 жыл бұрын
Tip #11 Use a shop vac with 3 feet long 1/4 inch clear plumbing tubing. Stick it straight down radiator opening (if it has one). Will only work on radiators that has the opening on either end of radiator. No mess bro! Keep in mind most lower hoses are couple inches higher than bottom of radiator.
@Merc767
Жыл бұрын
My vocational school instructor taught me the picture tip almost 10 years ago. I am now an aircraft maintainer and still use it to this day. Great tip!
@Cboot301
4 жыл бұрын
I love the wizard tips videos! I use the dremel tip on security and one way screws quite often! 👍
@JohnForTheWin
Жыл бұрын
I love your approach to wrenching and to life. Creative solutions to common problems.
@Kamelo2001
4 жыл бұрын
Love the Dremel too! best multi tool ever
@homealone5087
2 жыл бұрын
I worked a lot with SAE in aviation. If I had a stripped out allen I'd grab a set of metric keys. Maybe 60% of the time it would bridge the gap between sizes and get the rounded allen out. I assume it would work the other way around (metric to SAE) too. You can also put some valve grind compound on the end of your bit as well for some extra grip.
@laxr5rs
4 жыл бұрын
I like the petcock tip the best! Obvious - but I never thought about it. Thanks!
@Demonpixyb
4 жыл бұрын
The window open rule is one I have as well for working on my own car in my own garage. It's saved me a number of times! 👍
@Louisfps
4 жыл бұрын
Great tips Wizard, thanks for the share. You're a Lucky guy, Mrs. Wizard by your side.👍💯💯💯
@philheese1728
3 жыл бұрын
What a great tip about the press items. Retired 35 yr. Cat dealer mechanic. I kept a lot of races and other parts like that just like you do. Great video.
@zxggwrt
4 жыл бұрын
The HNBR O-ring tip is the best. But, keep them away from ethanol so no fuel applications.
@AnonYmous-qg4ph
4 жыл бұрын
Or gear oil and hydraulic oil
@NathanCEnyart
3 жыл бұрын
I am 62 years old. You sir are a very smart man. Some I knew but a lot more I didn't. Wish I would have known some of this in my younger days. Also a friend of mine showed me how to use a piece of fuel line to put in spark plugs that are deep seated.
@CyberDocUSA
4 жыл бұрын
Man, the last tip about the petcocks... I don't feel so terrible now but wish I'd known back then. Did that on my Scooby Doo and it cost me a new radiator. :-)
@TheUnknownHarbingers
3 жыл бұрын
do you live by the river? lol
@CyberDocUSA
3 жыл бұрын
@@TheUnknownHarbingers, lived on the coast of Maine when it happened. :-) You were as close as it gets. Peace.
@georgelewisray
4 жыл бұрын
IMPRESSIVE:: There are many smart, talented, articulate people in the world who generously share their knowledge and experience. Car Wizard channel is one of the best for many reasons. Thanks!
@Blurky82
4 жыл бұрын
Miss Wizard: Wizard, what did you forget to tell the people...? Wizard: Oh yes, sorry @4:00 😁
@jamesyoung151
4 жыл бұрын
Tip #7 I'm familiar with. I used to install stereos, remote car starters, etc. One rule we had in our shop was to roll the drivers window down and leave the key in the door lock. Wizard is absolutely right on this one! I do like the A/C o-ring idea. My air filter uses the same exact o-ring. I use a Wix oil filter on my cartridge based Corolla.
@chrisp7570
4 жыл бұрын
James Young I did too. Always ask the customer if the window works, before rolling down. Had an older Astro van come in, pushed the down switch, fell to the bottom of the door and shattered. Customer had a wad of napkins holding it up. Circuit city paid for a new window and regulator setup.
@smashervt
4 жыл бұрын
Been watching you since you started your channel, I love the tips and tricks you teach us! I've been implementing some of them with my cars i work on!
@jmabs5096
3 жыл бұрын
I have always video and picture EVERYTHING before I work on something. It's saved my butt so many times, also MAGNETIC BOLT TRAYS! buy 10 of them and you'll be set for life. Love the windows down tip that is something new I can use!
@ronnieicard
Жыл бұрын
Back in the 1970's when I first learned to work on cars, an old mechanic got me in the habit of taking photos before I even turned the first screw or bolt. It saved me a whole lot of headaches.
@gsmith207
4 жыл бұрын
You the man Wiz... love the tips. Old dogs can learn, I’m telling you
@siamesepleaseme7468
Жыл бұрын
This is wonderfully like depression era mentality. I wonder if the Wizard’s grandfather taught him to operate this way! I appreciate him teaching our current generation. We are in late 60’s and have accumulated what we have by operating this way.
@joem.7621
4 жыл бұрын
Car business master wizard!
@derkdiggler4995
4 жыл бұрын
I’ve been wrenching 35 years I didn’t know about the O rings! Thanks I just subscribed! That’s like stuck slide pins I use my air hammer with my dull chisel bit before I heat it it works great 👍
@rusnsc7622
4 жыл бұрын
Good stuff wizard!. Thanks
@AlessandroGenTLe
4 жыл бұрын
The Pic before disassembly (or halfway) is also what I use when service mechanical watches, it works very well.
@nathansmith6914
4 жыл бұрын
Wait, the Wizard has an actual name? And it's David? I feel like some of the magic just evaporated.
@crowttubebot3075
4 жыл бұрын
As a tip about the A/C O-rings, youcan easily get them get buy buying parts. Often, parts come with the O-rings needed, so if hoses are purchased along with a condensor or compressor, you get 2 sets of O-rings. Be sure to keep the extra set.
@coses4957
4 жыл бұрын
#7 Contrary rule, don't roll the windows down on cutomer cars because they won't go up again and of course they were ok before. ;)
@LP640PR
4 жыл бұрын
Right im conflicted too lol both are totally reasonable. Still think replacing a window regulator cuz its "our fault" is worse but idk.
@FishFind3000
4 жыл бұрын
Also don’t move the seat unless you have to.
@FishFind3000
4 жыл бұрын
What’s easier is just manually lock the door with a screw driver so it can’t lock. Plus it also turns the lights off.
@GeneticallyModifiedH
4 жыл бұрын
Never roll them all the way down. Leave them 1/4 the way up so when the regulator decides to break on you you can pull it up easily by hand, but you still don’t have to worry about the vehicle locking. Best of both worlds lol
@FishFind3000
4 жыл бұрын
@@GeneticallyModifiedH even if the regulator breaks the glass wont stay up if you pull it up
@RJ-vb7gh
4 жыл бұрын
So here's a freebie for you.... Old soda bottles make great funnels. Just slice them in half... Never have to clean a funnel again. And so far, I haven't broken a petcock... just take your time and don't force it... It shouldn't ever be too tight... if it feels like you are actually going to break it, undo the hose... Us old timers have learned through the years that a lighter touch often saves hours of fixing things you broke...
@happy543210
4 жыл бұрын
viton is also a damn good o-ring material.
@chriskostecki8777
4 жыл бұрын
The Frugal Machanic !!! Brilliant, best car repair site I"ve seen \ watched ever, at least 10 \15 years. you"re doin it right. Thanks Chris
@ToJoseGarcia
4 жыл бұрын
My petcock broke on its own when idling. Pain in the @$$ to have a new one delivered. Treat it like a regular maintenance part to replace when you open your cooling system.
@efilnikufecin2004
4 жыл бұрын
actually no. You are better off if it's never touched. If you replace it, the new one being the right part may not be possible to get in right. Then your stuck needing a new radiator. I never never seen on break that wasn't touched. Could have been someone else used it, and it didn't go back in right in your case.
@ToJoseGarcia
4 жыл бұрын
@@efilnikufecin2004 So your suggestion to everyone with a car is they should wait till their petcock breaks on it's own while driving before replacing. Great advice.
@XxXButtXNuggetsXxX
4 жыл бұрын
If you never touched it, then it should have stayed? If not I’m guessing some extra cheap plastic was used on yours to break apart while idling.
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