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3 Mechanic Secrets I Have to Tell You Before I Retire
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3 жыл бұрын5 Things You Should Be Doing to Your Car, DIY life hacks and car repair with auto mechanic Scotty Kilmer. Life hack that will make your engine run better. How to make engine run like new. How to make engine run smoother. Doing this will make your engine run better. How to fix a lean engine. Engine problems and engine repair. Engine life hacks. Car Advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 52 years.
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@scottykilmer 3 жыл бұрын
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@jdmforever5583 3 жыл бұрын
No worries Scotty the haters don't have a chance of shutting you down they just hate to hear the truth!
@akhyarrayhka4048 3 жыл бұрын
Drive your celica scotty
@WesselGerrits 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Scotty, what do you think about the bmw e39 5 series?
@FathomFrequency 3 жыл бұрын
@Scotty Kilmer would you happen to remember what dodge models installed the water pumps without weep holes? I just replaced my old 98 dodge ram's water pump- now it has me worried. A mechanic i employed to replace it also replaced a power steering hose that failed within 3 months. Curious about his judgement and whether these "non-weep hole" pumps are possibly offered as generics for repairs?? 😬....just wondering
@austinarvey2266 3 жыл бұрын
hey scotty there is this heavy cleaner that works great. better than any fuel injector cleaner thats already in gas and OIL. it got rid of my engine misfire.
@MeatandTatersGaming54 3 жыл бұрын
My Dad was a mechanic for 15 years and he use to tell me a lot of the same things that Scotty talks about in his videos.
@TheDJF3 3 жыл бұрын
Means your dad is the truth like Scottie. Y’all are lucky to get that free knowledge
@DamianXvolt 3 жыл бұрын
Not everyone has yer dad
@samuelhepburn2636 3 жыл бұрын
Sounds like a cool guy
@Tsch6373 3 жыл бұрын
My dad wasn't a mechanic but he maintained all of our cars very well. This was back in the 60s and 70s before cars became computer controlled.
@emperormaximiliano 3 жыл бұрын
Sounds like he’s been watching Scotty for 15 years
@jackblaze69 3 жыл бұрын
Intro “Rev up your engines!” 5 mins into the video “don’t rev up your engines!”
@rafaelmarin1963 3 жыл бұрын
Hilarious!
@patrickshelton3053 3 жыл бұрын
😂
@callmeultimate-roblox7279 3 жыл бұрын
Lmao
@telsys 3 жыл бұрын
Rev but don't over-rev.
@bretttparkin 3 жыл бұрын
🤣
@nahid1981 3 жыл бұрын
This guy is not a mechanic, this is called legend.
@scottharrisohn6972 3 жыл бұрын
personality, wisdom and communication, this man has it all.
@binagarten4667 3 жыл бұрын
This guy is a not a mechanic, hes a one line artist!
@CountryTenn1365 Жыл бұрын
@@binagarten4667 Who do you work for to try and hurt this expert? Who is paying you….let’s talk about your business and hurt your business. Do unto others as you have them do u to you….
@MegaHolymoly 3 жыл бұрын
This dude said 3 secrets ended up giving a 21 min video on 100 different things lol
@sew04ss 3 жыл бұрын
😂🤣
@dhabangiemmanuel4505 3 жыл бұрын
I know, right?
@naive1769 3 жыл бұрын
Everybody liked that exact aspect of this video
@kensmithmail 3 жыл бұрын
That means you got 97 extra secrets for free, Scotty is a very generous guy!!!!
@diegocontreras2717 3 жыл бұрын
Lol he knows the KZfaq algorithm
@makkmedina 3 жыл бұрын
Hey man you can't retire, you gotta keep teaching us 👍
@sevensickszero8966 3 жыл бұрын
I'm thinking he'll still make videos after he retires.....
@collectivevids5188 3 жыл бұрын
He won’t retire.. he was built by Toyota.
@tonylol3935 3 жыл бұрын
@@collectivevids5188 wtf😂😂😂
@luisdiaz3887 3 жыл бұрын
As simple like this: don’t retire please. We’re learning a lot from your experiences as mechanic.
@pittsburghchip4645 3 жыл бұрын
Car knowledge + years of experience + common sense = Scotty!!!
@MRLEE-of5fj 3 жыл бұрын
Don't forget, he's a sex symbol.
@mamudufofanah1332 3 жыл бұрын
Couldn’t have said it better my self
@RaiderDadBod 3 жыл бұрын
You forgot + funny animal pics.
@TreeHugger27 3 жыл бұрын
Don’t forget the sunglasses
@samtiglao4946 3 жыл бұрын
Lastly the uhmp sounds after he tighten any fasteners. 🤣🤣🤣
@williamwerman3268 3 жыл бұрын
Another tip, let the engine run for about 30 seconds before driving. Make sure engine oil is circulating and transmission oil. Only takes a few seconds. I seen several people take off and floor it as soon as it starts. And it never hurts to drive slow and easy until everything gets warm.
@YesiPleb Жыл бұрын
I do this. First thing I do when I get in the car is start the engine THEN get myself sorted.
@NOVA__tire_man69 10 ай бұрын
Not über necessary on late model cars and trucks but start your vehicle up by the time you buckle up your good
@informationcollectionpost3257 3 жыл бұрын
Somehow his 3 secrets to getting a car to last ended up becoming 7 to 8 secrets but I lost track of the exact number. Several of those secrets I discovered the hard way. I think that Scotty enjoys making videos because he just loves to talk and wave his arms around. At least he is a good & honest mechanic which are becoming harder and harder to find.
@evanmalitz6680 3 жыл бұрын
5 things? More like 55 things your mechanic doesn’t want you to know! Thanks Scotty!
@Devxphoto 3 жыл бұрын
That’s Scotty for all the info over the years, you’ve saved me lots of money!
@jennifernguyen9477 3 жыл бұрын
& big shitty car companies are mad lol 😆 🤷♀️
@aussieexpat 3 жыл бұрын
Last month a mechanic tried to sell me on getting a new water pump on my Toyota sienna that had only done 24k. He said exactly what you said he would! Had it pressure tested at Toyota, no problem.
@Tsch6373 3 жыл бұрын
Some years ago, Hyundai tried to tell me that I had 50% left on my brakes after the first year that I had it. Made believe that I didn't hear him. Following year, was told the same exact thing - Oh yeah, that's what you said last year! Ignored him then, ignoring him now! Was an 01 Elantra purchased new that year, kept it 10 years, was a 5-speed. An electrical nightmare in the beginning.
@doriangray2347 3 жыл бұрын
lol! the longest lasting van ever... being asked to replace a part that is brand new. wow. scummy mechanic
@st.michaelthearchangel7774 3 жыл бұрын
@ $1,000? That is daylight robbery! I am glad you didn't fall for that evil lie they told you. Looks like justice was served to them for pulling that garbage. We reap what we sow.
@michaeldemetriou1399 3 жыл бұрын
I really like Scotty he is an old school gent.
@cincinnatislider 3 жыл бұрын
So you’re saying if I lose 100 lbs. my car will last longer?
@SoukaDeezNutz 3 жыл бұрын
Remove the rear seats from your sedan when not in use.
@applepoop10 3 жыл бұрын
@@SoukaDeezNutz The rear seats only weight a few pounds, it will not have much of an affect.
@ag135i 3 жыл бұрын
Maybe you and your car both.
@lonewanderer958 3 жыл бұрын
Ian Above right? Its like 40lbs max 🤣
@robertsturtevant6185 3 жыл бұрын
🤣🤣🤣🤣
@charlesschuepfer39 3 жыл бұрын
Great point about stop and go driving. I always laugh at the drivers who speed up to red lights. I coast up to red lights, and usually, it turns green by the time I get there!
@hunterlong1820 3 жыл бұрын
I drive a manual so I try not to stop completely whenever possible lol. My girlfriend tells me I start slowing down way too soon haha. Saving on gas and car repairs.
@montanawarren8462 2 жыл бұрын
Tell her you're saving on your clutch...
@rikkwakeupwesternworld9874 3 жыл бұрын
Please keep going Scotty, lots of mechanical businesses don't want you to share secrets, the truth hurts them, very well done so far.
@Maximus_Decimus_Meridius01 3 жыл бұрын
Here is my favourite mechanic. It's nice to see you Scotty.
@jennatolls904 3 жыл бұрын
Scotty: *secrets i have to tell you before i retire* also Scotty: i don’t plan on retiring anytime soon. i like helping people with their cars
@racheltoby9648 Жыл бұрын
Can't tell you how THANKFUL I am having your guidance. I've had my 94 Toyota Celica since 2000 and I LOVE IT!!! I get A LOT of people that leave notes on the car that want to buy it. I'm 62 yrs old, the car staying in the family. Because of you life has been A LOT less stress free. There are no real mechanics out there just rip off's and mess ups that have a lot of explaining to the Lord. God Bless 🙏
@michaell3711 3 жыл бұрын
Mechanical tips to help us ALL. What a gift in Scotty !!!! Long life king.
@s.j.5850 3 жыл бұрын
Great tips Scotty. Sometimes we forget the little things that make a car last longer. Thanks for the remind!
@SK-xi3ph 3 жыл бұрын
Scotty going full poetic on dodge: 9:14 "Metal Parts Hit The Wires Broke The Wires Started Fires"
@mustafaal-khazraji8277 3 жыл бұрын
lmaoooooooooooooo
@DIYBIGMAN 3 жыл бұрын
It’s amazing how much you can learn from Scotty!
@stanleygodlewski4900 3 жыл бұрын
Amen
@kingofallmediums2123 Жыл бұрын
Not just a podcast, but a spontaneous act of generosity! 😆
@im_keeper1132 3 жыл бұрын
💯 Scotty is a G.O.A.T. 👊 TY 4Everything!
@B0xlife1 3 жыл бұрын
Videos like this , kill dealerships and mechanics with high price shops LOL because it's the truth , common sense , in great tips to help you do it yourself .
@ragincajunfamily4749 3 жыл бұрын
I love watching your videos. Reminds me of being a kid with my late grandfather. He was an inspiration just like you.
@rrenan4651 3 жыл бұрын
But Scotty you said to rev up your engine.
@lonewanderer958 3 жыл бұрын
Once its warmed up*
@florinpasca4986 3 жыл бұрын
Danke for all these precious informations, Scotty Kilmer🔥peace and love from Romania 🇷🇴
@SlingingLead 3 жыл бұрын
Does anyone actually believe that Scotty is ever going to retire? I don't.
@suggesttwo 3 жыл бұрын
He will retire when his wife makes him.
@HR-wd6cw 3 жыл бұрын
As far as I can tell, he never really "worked". Working on cars has probably been like a lifelong vacation for him....
@daveyfromdownsouth7889 3 жыл бұрын
gonna be honest i dont think that its working on cars. its the satisfaction after you fix it.
@nunya___ 3 жыл бұрын
Car mechanics don't retire, the just stubbornly rust.
@prepperjonpnw6482 3 жыл бұрын
What would he do? Fixing cars and making KZfaq videos is his life. My fear would be that he wouldn’t last long because he loves doing those two things. I would love to see him get a tv show of some kind. Remember pimp your ride? Maybe he could travel the country fixing cars for people or exposing mechanics that take advantage of people with unnecessary repairs and/or over charging people. I would definitely watch every episode.
@marinob7433 3 жыл бұрын
scotty you are a legend. noone must shut down your channel. we've learnt and keep learning many stuff with you. be well my friend
@WoundedEgo 3 жыл бұрын
If you have an honest mechanic who is good at troubleshooting (finding the real problem) then do what I do... always show up with a pound of great coffee or a Family Size bag of Oreos or something to let them know that you appreciate them. Good guys love NOTHING more than hearing that their humble work meant something to someone enough for them to say those loveliest of words... "Thank you". Scotty, "Thank you".
@robertsanders339 3 жыл бұрын
Thank u for all u do scotty .. u have helped me and saved me so much on these new cars .. I am not a rich man . If I don't fix it .. it doesn't get fixed .. hell I have bought cars for the price they want to fix new cars lol
@indridcold8433 3 жыл бұрын
I got tired of the old plastic radiator falling apart in my vehicle every other year. So I bought an after market aluminum radiator with an extra tank. It has been great! Since it is aluminum, it radiates a lot of heat. The plastic radiators barely radiate any heat at all. They are only warm to the touch. My giant aluminum radiator gets very hot as the heat escapes from it. The fan barely turns on at all. I loved my aluminum radiator
@jonnyboat2 3 жыл бұрын
Don’t retire. If you do, recommend someone who can best fill that void.
@2.Panzerdivision 3 жыл бұрын
What a wealth of information.
@rotfan77 3 жыл бұрын
Lots of good advice in there Scotty, thank you for the great advice, and good luck with your move, at least it should be a little bit cooler in Tennessee.
@lorihudson1153 3 жыл бұрын
Please dont retire! You're the best!! I just found you and have probably watched at least 20 videos. I'm shopping for a nice older car and you have helped me so much!!😁
@randelmalavida 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent!!! Some of your tips I've been wondering about for years. Thank You, your awesome energy always pus a smile on my face and gets my engine revved up. (gradually) Randy with the 2007 white v~6 Charger on 22's
@richardseelye9938 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for all you do. Keep up the great work. You have saved me a ton of money.
@ericspecullaas2841 3 жыл бұрын
About 10 years we had a 93 Corolla with the big 1.8L engine 🤣 and were going Yosemite national park. On the way there the temp gauge was perfectly fine. But when we were heading home the radiator cap failed on us so when ever we would hit a hill the temp would skyrocket. So long story short check your cap before you go on a long trip😅😅😅
@swervv2957 3 жыл бұрын
Keep a gun and stay on your toes
@DecrepitBiden 3 жыл бұрын
You should have turn on max heat, lower all the windows. That pulls heat away from the engine.
@driver4011 3 жыл бұрын
avoid long trips.
@lamoona4269 3 жыл бұрын
@@driver4011 ??? That's not how you solve a problem. That's like going to the doctor and telling him you have knee pain when you walk and he just says don't walk.
@cheetohair4481 3 жыл бұрын
@@lamoona4269 lmfao im dead
@robsidders7161 3 жыл бұрын
This is a video that every American who drives a car should watch!
@_Lassic_ 3 жыл бұрын
Anyone noticing some commonly repeating themes in Scotty's videos?
@BlackReapersClan 3 жыл бұрын
Great informative video Scotty, from one mechanic to another 🛠👌🏾💯!
@aciddiver1978 3 жыл бұрын
My dealership said just that, coolant and transmission fluid lifetime. I had it replaced anyway. Nothing is lifetime. They only want to steal money from us.
@Johnnycdrums Жыл бұрын
AT-205 Reseal is something I was unaware of. Happy I learned of it today.
@maartenbaumeister Жыл бұрын
thank you!!!! "you want to minimize the amount of starting and stopping..." thank you, thank you!!!!! people listen to this guy!!!
@emmanuelofori6521 3 жыл бұрын
This guy started working on cars when i was not born sure knows his stuff.
@sled_neckx9972 3 жыл бұрын
3:30 that is an RX-8 tach. If you don't rev an RX-8, that is when stuff breaks because of the carbon build up. "A redline a day keeps the carbon away" is a common phrase among RX-8 enthusiasts.
@fraided88 3 жыл бұрын
Same also with every engine. It isn't healthy for the engine to run on low rpms all year without hitting redline.
@sled_neckx9972 3 жыл бұрын
@@fraided88 True. RX8s seem very sensitve to carbon build up, especially the automatic one that doesnt rev as high. I have heard of many engines trashed from people not knowing how to drive them.
@michaelloach9461 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips on the rubber Scotty. I will do that when I get some stuff to do it with. First Class info!
@TonyAdigwe 3 жыл бұрын
My rx400H was overheating for 2weeks straight especially in a traffic jam, my hit n run mechanics were giving cock n bull tales. Thank God I stumbled on Scotty's videos and a few others like it... little did I know that the water in the radiator was causing this problem due to its lower boiling point. I instructed & supervised the drained of the water and also did a flush with distilled water. Added the appropriate coolant and my car has driven perfect since then. I'm so grateful for videos like these. Saving us thousands
@suggesttwo 3 жыл бұрын
2 more: follow the speed limit in town. Increase speed by 41% doubles the fuel required and work required. When you see a red light take your foot off the accelerator and coast up. If it turns green before you get to the intersection you prevented a stop and you just have to accelerate to cruising speed.
@timmcshane6635 3 жыл бұрын
You can also turn off the engine to save fuel while coasting up to the lights. It only works if you are going to be stopped or the engine is off for 10 to 12 seconds for most cars. It doesn't wear and tear on the engine because it takes a while, much longer than 10 or 12 seconds for the oil to run back down into the engine. Yet it saves fuel if you have a good amount of stop and go traffic and long stop lights. Obviously turn your engine back on as soon as you reach the speed you need to regain your place in traffic!
@suggesttwo 3 жыл бұрын
@@timmcshane6635 I used to do that. (El-cheap-o) When I used to drive my dad's cars.
@mehrnoushkolahdoov198 3 жыл бұрын
Hey bro I really like your videos I appreciate all the hard work you have done for all the years! Millions of peoples lives are much better because of you :)! I hope you stay safe bro don’t let the government shut down your auto repair shop.
@happygay8240 3 жыл бұрын
This is a GOOD HONEST MAN!!! sending you lots of love Scotty ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜💓
@patrickshelton3053 3 жыл бұрын
Scotty-Never by cheap Chinese products. Scotty- I picked up an aftermarket Chinese radiator...cheap and it works just fine. 😂
@IncertusetNescio 3 жыл бұрын
There's cheap, and then there's Cheap [junk]. Fine line, but it exists.
@captmack007 3 жыл бұрын
Wow what a patriot
@Eligaminglee 3 жыл бұрын
he always says not to buy aftermarket electronics. solid parts can be okay... most of the time like spark plugs, radiators, fans, altinators, etc.
@younesrabhi5731 3 жыл бұрын
scotty insists on electronics parts , other parts from china can be ok .
@danlauer9676 3 жыл бұрын
I'm not a fan of that automatic start/stop engine technology either. No matter what the engineers say, it's common sense that those engines are going to wear faster. They probably do it for a little bit of emissions improvement, I guess.
@ukay23 3 жыл бұрын
Scotty Kilmer, Thank you 🙏🏿 for all the helpful video information that you’ve posted over the years..! You definitely help me with all my vehicles issues..! Thanks 🙏🏿 Be bless and safe Scotty..!
@butchgreen5295 2 жыл бұрын
Dear Scotty, really love your videos, I’ve learned a LOT. Please Keep up the great videos you produce they are VERY Invaluable. I have watch your videos for hours and hours. Sometimes I feel like you’re talking a 100 miles an hour, I wish I had your energy. Keep up the great videos!!!
@dtna 3 жыл бұрын
Buy quality body parts, too. Cheap Chinese sheetmetal takes alot longer to fit and the gaps may not match up, as opposed to OEM sheetmetal. You may pay even more in labor cost.
@chuckinhouston9952 3 жыл бұрын
Better yet, don’t buy ANYTHING made in China
@Blue_Azure101 3 жыл бұрын
Patriot extraordinaire yeah they never understood that China is a service center and the quality issues only arise when the American companies tell them make it cheap.
@Allen-eq5uf 3 жыл бұрын
@Patriot extraordinaire if you look, you can find Higher Quality products of all types from other places without further enriching the true villains of this world ( the evil CCP) Here are just a few examples of phones from other places: ASUS ROG Phone II (Taiwan) LG G8X ThinQ (South Korea) Sony Xperia 1 II (Japan) LG V60 ThinQ (South Korea) Moto G Stylus (India)
@HR-wd6cw 3 жыл бұрын
IDK. I think depending on the age of the vehicle and overall condition of the rest of the vehicle, aftermarket may be considerably cheaper. I know when I had my 97 Civic worked on (from an insurance claim) about 12 years ago they opted to use aftermarket fenders and I couldn't tell the difference, other than the fender didn't have the VIN sticker on the inside of the panel). Of course, the car was 11 years old at the time anyway. ON a modern car, (one made in the last 20 years) you would want to stick with OEM parts most likely but for older vehicles, if you're paying for the repair, you can save quite a bit of money by buying aftermarket. And to be honest, not everything from China is junk. Even Scotty says he has stuff that was made in China that lasted longer than some stuff that was US_made and didn't last more than a few years. It just depends on the item in most cases. What you really don't want to buy from China are critical components like belts and hoses, etc. or even light bulbs. But fenders and body parts aren't going to kill or cause a catastrophic failure while driving.
@SineN0mine3 5 ай бұрын
@@HR-wd6cw realistically for some older cars the chinese copy is the only one available unless you want to hunt around different scrap yards or are willing to refurbish parts yourself.
@wadewilson2170 Жыл бұрын
If I only watched one KZfaq channel. It’s Scotty!!!! Only!!! He’s a gift😊
@klote82 3 жыл бұрын
Scotty you give such great advice on so MANY car topics I'm actually shocked YT hasnt shut you down for some absurd reason. As a gearhead myself I've learned a ton from you since I started watching your channel about one year ago. We just made the decision to skip buying the 2020 Touareg SEL-R because it has a severely under powered 4cyl turbo. Why would they put a weak 4 banger in a mid-size suv, yea i know its cheaper but come on. The veedub is a beautiful suv but we're going with the CX5 GTouring model(non turbo). Turbo'd small engines wear out so much faster.
@highjinx6519 Жыл бұрын
How you liking to cx-5? We got a cx-9 and we’re in love with it.
@kathyortiz8774 Жыл бұрын
Good comments. Thanks Scotty! Joe
@miguelperaza6615 2 жыл бұрын
Love ALL your videos, you put a Lotta research and knowledge to all your clips ! 😉 Congrats ! 👏
@TheLizardKing1967 3 жыл бұрын
The 6th Mechanic Secret is buying a '94 Celica.
@jdmforever5583 3 жыл бұрын
"Duh" Yeah no kidding. You didn't know that!!!!
@TheLizardKing1967 3 жыл бұрын
@@jdmforever5583 I did know that. I took Scotty's advice and bought a 1994 Celica ST just like his. It's slate Blue with fresh paint and the A/C blows cold as can be!
@TheLizardKing1967 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Scotty! Happy Belated Birthday!
@kathleensimpson7021 3 жыл бұрын
I have a 1995 Celica convertible and the metal or aluminum that folds the top back broke right where the windows meet! Any suggestions on fixing it without replacing?????
@Vgp-rp4iu 3 жыл бұрын
I have a 97 Celica and love it. It was my very first vehicle bought for me for my 15th birthday back in 97. It's got 140k miles and had always been garage kept and doesn't have a scratch on it. It could pass as new. Interior is perfect and the ac blows ice cold. Never been in the shop. Only done oil changes, a few brake jobs, and just had to replace the clutch at 130k miles. That's all that's ever been done to it. It's a damn tank.
@mercenarybillgaming959 3 жыл бұрын
Scotty hello! Next year I'm going to start driving, so your videos are really helpful and informative for me
@mercenarybillgaming959 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you kind sir for sharing your wisdom
@debrahoover5636 3 жыл бұрын
Thank You Scotty Kilmer! I am & have saved money, time & can work on & fix problems with my car !! I appreciate knowing how to stop problems from starting
@LouisWinthorpe622 3 жыл бұрын
My dad would've loved your content, like I do too. I wish we'd had the technology to watch this stuff when he was around, so I could have watched it all and talked about it with him. I'm going to apply loads of your advice to my Audi A3. But sometimes, watching your videos, I wish I had bought a Toyota or one of those Civic Type-R's I was eying up, too. I'm British but a lot of your stuff totally translates and I absolutely love it all. Cheers!
@VKSgtSLaughter 3 жыл бұрын
Great information, thanks Scotty! 👍
@BlaqRaq 3 жыл бұрын
Sir Scotty! That’s the B-E-S-T advice I’ve heard on KZfaq from any channel. These “modern” cars NEED a good battery and alternator, or else....,
@telisah9611 3 жыл бұрын
Learned so much!!! Thanx. I did not know about spraying all the rubber parts and I don’t think most ppl think about it. learned more stuff to, but that will stick with me way no problem. Stay safe, stay blessed.
@paulcormican7994 3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic advice, simple and logical, well done Scotty
@TheLizardKing1967 3 жыл бұрын
8:00 - A lot of people are "Weeping" for not buying a '94 Celica and now they are weeping and are in a hole.
@pedrofernandez8729 3 жыл бұрын
If I had only driven a couple of thousand miles per year, my 1986 Camry would still be sitting on my driveway as well.
@TheLizardKing1967 3 жыл бұрын
@@pedrofernandez8729 My '94 Celica ST has over 337,000 miles on it and is still going strong.
@imanidiot7630 3 жыл бұрын
Afternoon Scotty just wanted to say Thank you for the WD-40 window video You’re awesome!!!!
@scottykilmer 3 жыл бұрын
afternoon and thank you!
@pacmakaveli8917 3 жыл бұрын
@@scottykilmer Hey Scotty! Can you tell me where is the fuel filter in a Toyota Corolla sedan from 2003? I ve been looking for it all day. Thanks a lot
@imanidiot7630 3 жыл бұрын
pac makaveli front passenger side of the fuel tank. It’s behind driver headlight, and between headlight and front wheel area. Hope it helps
@markomealley285 3 жыл бұрын
Another informative Vlog, Thank you Scotty
@jupavalos 3 жыл бұрын
One of the best videos I have seen. Great content!
@jeffreydevoti7000 3 жыл бұрын
Buying quality parts, no way to tell what's quality when everything is made in Ch-yna & put in "Quality" manufactures box. Bring factories back to USA now
@onYTsince2008 3 жыл бұрын
American-made cars are the WORST. They are made for planned obsolescence so that the American car companies can make more sales. Their cars breaking more often makes their service department rich. Then when the badly-build Merkin car breaks down again....you go get another American one.....
@ClickClack_Bam 3 жыл бұрын
@@onYTsince2008 Eh that's subjective imo. You take care of your car properly & it should last 200,000 miles every time imo.
@chuckinhouston9952 3 жыл бұрын
Yes!!
@chuckinhouston9952 3 жыл бұрын
Mason Bilbrey Highly ignorant, son
@mark00820 3 жыл бұрын
Mason Bilbrey Master and Overlord of the chinese worker/subcontractor? It did sound catchy though.
@bigbean78 3 жыл бұрын
Don’t forget to check the cabin air filter while you’re doing the engine filter. I checked the one on the last used car I bought, and it was FILTHY!
@bigwo56 3 жыл бұрын
Good advice! Your sinuses AND your a/c system will last longer!
@HR-wd6cw 3 жыл бұрын
Good advice, but not all vehicles have them.
@ifoster165 2 жыл бұрын
I checked and changed mine, and it was beyond filthy omg, changed both myself lol that cabin filter was next to the gas pedal omg it wasn't easy getting to, thank goodness for you tube lol
@slipit9 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Scotty. Picked up a ‘96 4Runner a month ago and in the process of ‘doing it myself’. This video actually pinpointed a couple issues I couldn’t quite find. Thank you so much.
@terrancegolden762 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your knowledge Scotty. Very well appreciated.
@smashenYT 3 жыл бұрын
^Hey Scot how about some winter tipps tricks? Its getting cold in Germany 😄
@brucemorris3830 3 жыл бұрын
I heard a great one the other day. Supposedly in very cold weather you ought to, instead of just trying to start an ice cold engine and electrical system? You should put a drain on the battery before you crank the engine to literally warm up the mains wires; just run the high beams for a few seconds to bring the wires up to temperature and the proper resistance & capacitance. I have no idea if it has any basis in reality but it sounded cool anyhow 😂
@ceruleanc505 3 жыл бұрын
@The Flags that Flew Prussia is now the Ukraine, isn't it?
@larrycolvin7117 3 жыл бұрын
Scotty lives in Houston. No winters.
@bigwo56 3 жыл бұрын
@@brucemorris3830 sounds logical, in theory, but if ya have a diesel, it MAY just lower surface charge enough to not start.. I don't know, just a thought!
@suggesttwo 3 жыл бұрын
When the roads get slick SJW snowflakes get thick slow down. Have the Terminators eyes scanning ahead and planning ahead. Snow tires only give you upto 5%? better traction than all season tires. Upto 15' shorter ON ICE on a 300-600' stop from 30mph/-48km/h
@waqar88 3 жыл бұрын
How to make sure your engine lasts as long as possible? Make sure it’s not a GM!
@louarmstrong6128 3 жыл бұрын
I got a GM, 1999, just got a compliment today how well its running
@aciddiver1978 3 жыл бұрын
I have gm opel. Runs fine after 15 years.
@michaelhansen1669 3 жыл бұрын
My GM got 440.000Km om the clock
@thejuice7924 3 жыл бұрын
My 04 Yukon drivetrain will last decades. I only have to worry about everything else 😂
@chrisgraham2904 3 жыл бұрын
1999 GMC Safari van with the 4.3 Ltr. V6 Vortec.....Just passed 528K. All original drive train. Only internal engine component ever replaced was the distributor 2 years ago. Runs like new.
@BrianMegilligan 3 жыл бұрын
I kinda lost track, but I think these were more than five things. Thanks for the bonuses!
@albrennfleck54 3 жыл бұрын
Sorry to see you retire. Always enjoyed your KZfaq videos. Hope you will continue making them.
@markhc4581 3 жыл бұрын
Scotty's videos remind me of an old 80's love song that goes like this....."sometimes when we touch, the honesty's too much"..... Thank you for telling it like it is Mr. Kilmer🇺🇸
@bhuff123 3 жыл бұрын
Can you give us a link where we can get this reseal I didn’t quite see a link down below thank you very much have a good day bye-bye
@peterrudy9207 3 жыл бұрын
Try 303 Protectant
@demetreusarm 3 жыл бұрын
I appreciate the tip info, Scotty. Thank you sir.
@bonniehatcher8198 Жыл бұрын
Love you Scotty! Don't leave us! We need your Wisdom!
@chrisgraham2904 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Scotty...You confirmed what I thought, that new engines that stop and start at every red light are going to take a beating. Has to be incredibly harsh on the starter, so are their starters "super heavy duty" and what are they worth compared to a standard starter?
@atuber7301 3 жыл бұрын
The starter is the least of your worries. It’s the engine that wears out, starter is just a bolt on lego piece
@yamen857 3 жыл бұрын
Starters last pretty long, ya shouldnt worry about them, worry about your engine
@lindafoxwood78 3 жыл бұрын
Since your recommendation on the AT-205 , I have bought 4 bottles so far. It works great on rubber stuff around the car and the house. :)
@peterrudy9207 3 жыл бұрын
And / or use 303 Protectant .
@mikehand2668 3 жыл бұрын
I just put in an order for some
@tonysharoneubanks2762 3 жыл бұрын
Hey and thanks Scotty for all the videos you have placed on youtube over the years. I have watched several and enjoy them. Thanks again.
@eliasdiez9896 2 жыл бұрын
Scotty, you are a really good guy for sharing information. Thank you, I'm sure so many appreciate you.
@marjeketchum1630 3 жыл бұрын
I count more than 3 tips Scotty... Thanks for the extra! :)
@CaliforniaStreets 3 жыл бұрын
You're an absolute genius, thanks!
@laurieannrodriguez4551 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Scotty!
@adalbertoescalera47 3 жыл бұрын
Love your personality scotty so real and humble and honest and some times funny. Thanks and God Bless scotty.
@domenpecovnik2424 3 жыл бұрын
“Buy quality parts”....2 mins later: “ i bought this radiator for cheap and its from china but it works just fine”😂
@kimberlyg05 3 жыл бұрын
Buy quality when replacing suspension, spark plugs. Not radiator
@domenpecovnik2424 3 жыл бұрын
@@kimberlyg05 it was a joke smarty pants
@thesoulforge3607 3 жыл бұрын
I think he specified "electronic"
@pedrofernandez8729 3 жыл бұрын
Don't start your car too much, manufacturers are putting stop/start systems in many cars, go figure.
@obsoleteoptics 3 жыл бұрын
It's to save fuel so you're not unnecessarily idling at red lights, and on some models, if you sit with your foot on the brake long enough, something like 30 seconds to a minute, they will automatically restart anyway before you lift your foot and continue to idle until you do and take off.
@TraceLight 3 жыл бұрын
obsolete optics it’s a plainly stupid design focused solely on satisfying one of the worst nightmares to the auto industry and car enthusiasts. EPA and CAFE Standards. What a steaming pile of hot legislative garbage. It provides you as the user near negligible fuel benefits, while needing a beefed up starter. It’s a gimmick at best, and if not perfectly implemented it’ll wear down an engine faster. Regardless of what the bozos over at the engineering department will tell you, it isn’t healthy for an engine. It’s akin to CVTs, they make manufacturing costs cheaper FOR THE PRODUCER but repairs more expensive for the buyer.
@obsoleteoptics 3 жыл бұрын
@@TraceLight Agreed. I'm an engineer and I hate that stuff. CVTs, Auto Stop/Start, the whole lot. When I was buying my new car, I didn't want any of that stuff, so I got the base model with a manual transmission, and I love it. Granted, I did get the optional engine, because I wanted more power and wooshy noises, but overall I'm very satisfied with my purchase. I even still have a normal key! Well, it's got the four lock, unlock, trunk, and panic buttons built into it, but still, it's an actual key, not a fob, and there's no button to push to start the car; you still stick the key in the ignition and turn it like a regular car, and it's a 2017.
@labornurse 3 жыл бұрын
@@obsoleteoptics is it a hyundai? My daughters 2018 sonatas is like that still.
@obsoleteoptics 3 жыл бұрын
@@labornurse nope, it's a Ford Fiesta SFE; the SE Fuel Economy Package, they call it. It's not the ST, nor a base S-level rental car, nor did I want the flashy chrome accents of the Titanium trim level, nor anything with an automatic due to the class action lawsuit against Ford for their crappy six-speed automated manual SelectShift and PowerShift transmissions, so I went with the mid-level SE trim with the standard 5-speed manual transmission and the only option I got was the one liter three cylinder Fox engine for an extra thousand bucks, which has paid for itself with what I save at the pump ⛽
@Cursed_Gaming 3 жыл бұрын
You came in clutch with this video!!
@michaelbrennan7148 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Scotty. Thank you for posting. Very helpful.
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