Blown out Intake! 2003 Chevy Monte Carlo! 3.8

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PT 1: Oil in Radiator! 2003 Chevy Monte Carlo 3.8 Manifold Leak!
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@RainmanRaysRepairs Жыл бұрын

PT 1: Oil in Radiator! 2003 Chevy Monte Carlo 3.8 Manifold Leak! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/iJNgn7qgzNHdmJ8.html

@dantesinfernopurgatory7826 Жыл бұрын

15:48 - The threat of the prybar convinced the EGR tube to go in.

@wernerpd777 Жыл бұрын

Bacon grease, but of course!

@cw3339 Жыл бұрын

What a waste of bacon grease. Silly Ray, bacon grease is for eating 😋

@splitsecondmagician Жыл бұрын

THREE.

@twc20031985 Жыл бұрын

That other style aluminum elbow you were referring to goes on the bottom of the belt tensioner. I always remove the belt tensioner and change both to aluminum, then it is good to go for a long time.

@GuysPlayingWithTools Жыл бұрын

Replacing a manifold gasket is a lot more fun when I am watching someone else do it 🙂

@joevk6274 Жыл бұрын

3800s aren't too bad. The 3100/3400s, on the other hand...

@michaelpressman7203 Жыл бұрын

Everything's a lot more fun when somebody else does I like getting my hands dirty have a great day

@GuysPlayingWithTools Жыл бұрын

@Michael Pressman I liked to get out in the shop 3 or 4 days a week and get dirty working on assorted motors too, but there is something interesting about watching someone else do it. You never know what tricks you might learn.

@GuysPlayingWithTools Жыл бұрын

@@joevk6274 every manufacturer had one of those at one point or another. Parts that only go on easily with the motor next to the car. 🙄

@weirdwillie Жыл бұрын

Damn right

@n2uid01 Жыл бұрын

That 3.8 will last a long time with proper care! It was one of GMs best engines.

@patrickchavez3848 Жыл бұрын

Woo Hoo!! I didn't think we were gonna get a rain man video today! This is a cool surprise!

@RainmanRaysRepairs Жыл бұрын

I’m out of town right now. Sry for being late😉

@omorin34 Жыл бұрын

@@RainmanRaysRepairs Dude don't be sorry. The number of videos you do and the quality is amazing.

@kenj.8897 Жыл бұрын

Must be frustrating working on junk all the time

@TXDeathInvestigator Жыл бұрын

No worries, Ray! This was an unexpected surprise!

@carlcollingwood2063 Жыл бұрын

I've said it once, I'll say it again... FANTASTIC video, AWESOME content, OUTSTANDING production. Keep up the FANTASTICALLY AWESOME content Ray. We will always return for more.

@RainmanRaysRepairs Жыл бұрын

Thx Carl!

@KevinCoop1 Жыл бұрын

I’m sorry Ray! I told Wife Unit on her channel she needed a private parking sign so she could reserve her a spot. I did not know she would put it right in front of the garage door! 😊😈

@dnixon8767 Жыл бұрын

I like the "Bacon Grease" tease on the tube of dielectric grease. Thanks for another great video.

@proudcanadian5713 Жыл бұрын

The fun part of this video is that it's easy to see you've done this more than a few times, I'm betting. Like they say, practice makes perfect. Nicely done.

@DaniaBeech 3 ай бұрын

Extremely well made! Love to listen to you and watch you in action!

@petebrown6952 Жыл бұрын

In the UK we don't get to regularly work on American vehicles but surely the time to replace all three rear spark plugs and ht wires was when the whole induction system had been removed? As always good entertainment, I desperately want to assist Ray at certain times, my fingers itch to hold a bolt/nut/etc.

@johnnoblet7705 Жыл бұрын

In my years as a mechanic, I have gone the extra mile to guarantee success, just like you do. Your work is exemplary. " Your the man ".

@mph5896 Жыл бұрын

I used to do a TON of those LIM gaskets, coolant elbows, valve cover gaskets, upper plenums on the 3800 series 2 engines. I haven't seen one of those cars in my area (rust belt) in years.

@oliver_klozoff Жыл бұрын

I'm still doing the LIM and valve covers on them here in Idaho. Last one I did had 330,000 miles on it.

@bigcountrytx2256 Жыл бұрын

Finally!!! Was excited for part two!!😁 keep up the great work Ray, I’ve learned a lot form your videos

@bigcountrytx2256 Жыл бұрын

Also, I’m not a mechanic, just learned how engines and stuff work by the way you explain things, great job

@nychold Жыл бұрын

They may not specify multiple passes for final torque, but they do say 11 ft-lbs and, as you tighten one, the others aren't at 11 ft-lbs anymore. I always make it a habit to do a final torque test on everything. Better to be slow and safe than fast and risky.

@jamesdietz29 Жыл бұрын

The door is NOT ajar... it's a door! 😛

@loudelvis610 Жыл бұрын

You can't fool us with a late morning release Ray ....we will find ....watch.....like the video and then smash that subscribe

@dantesinfernopurgatory7826 Жыл бұрын

Another job well done by Ray's Auto Clinic and Car Wash.

@Tropikaybay Жыл бұрын

You’re so careful and precise, as if the whole world was watching you and critiquing your work. Nice Job.

@toenails. Жыл бұрын

If that intake issue did not exist GM may have built the perfect engine.

@josephbucknavage6739 Жыл бұрын

So much for bulletproof.

@toenails. Жыл бұрын

@@josephbucknavage6739 They are awesome engines. Cheap to fix when they seldom break.

@oliver_klozoff Жыл бұрын

Valve cover leaks too though. I'd have replaced them if I were ray.

@MusicConnoisseurian Жыл бұрын

They could have easily fixed the few minor issues and surpassed the reliability of Toyota's 3.0/3.5 V6 and put it in SUVs and cars etc..., but alas GM is clearly run by idiots.

@user-cq5vb3yf1y Жыл бұрын

replaced with a steel gasket is the fix to the perfect engine Ive had many over the yrs Gm f#@ked up by dropping this engine

@DaniaBeech 3 ай бұрын

Outstanding video. You are a NATURAL and so much fun to watch! Thanks for your time!

@patrickdiehl6813 Жыл бұрын

Silly Ray, you can't use Bacon Grease on spark plug wires🤣 Like the WARNING Tool gravity is near sign 👍Hope your having yourself a great day!

@mcarlkv53 3 ай бұрын

had to have mine replaced on my 3.4 montecarlo at 103,000 miles....great car that monte carlo

@petepeabody8905 Жыл бұрын

I've done this job several times. I always replace both 90 degree elbows so the lower manifold goes on much easier. So the other plastic elbow is now gone. One brittle elbow is always a great indicator that the other is not too far behind. I do like the way you didn't skimp on the sealing silicone on the corners that are notorious for leaks. Job well done. Ray have you ever seen that metal egr metal tube causing the upper intake plenum to warp from heat and fail? Some felpro sets have a replacement metal tube for the lower plenum that is a smaller diameter??? Thanks for your expertise with fun

@haroldterry6327 Жыл бұрын

Did I see Bacon Grease wrote on the tube while you was replacing the rear spark plugs I was watching this without my glasses on because I was having a migraine 😂

@matthewsykes4814 Жыл бұрын

This is why your the best. Every step explained with the how's and why's with the do's and don'ts and it looks like you have customers lining up around the block... a testament to your talent and integrity.

@jeffkahl9491 Жыл бұрын

Wow the over the arm torque technic! Wife unit could learn that one. Another fine job Ray!

@PistonHead43 Жыл бұрын

Hey ray. The other coolant elbow isnt for another version of the 3.8, theres another one at the back under the alternator. Judging by the condition of the front one i would replace it if the car is still at your shop. Love the videos. Keep up the great work.

@w33rd0h Ай бұрын

"20 ft/lbs...or in/lbs...but I'll check" 🤣 reminds me of "220...221...whatever it takes" 🤣

@craigquann Жыл бұрын

I'm the same way. Maintainance is on time or early. I usually use AC Delco or NGK spark plugs.

@williamsquires3070 Жыл бұрын

I like nice and shiny and I like good clickages. Thus video has both. 😊

@clbcl5 Жыл бұрын

Remember guys......Spring back, Fall foward. Doodly Doodly Do.

@Pantherman1979 Жыл бұрын

As a shade-tree mechanic, I'm the same way with spark plugs. AutoLite/Ford in the Ford and Mercury and NGK/Denso in the Hondas the family owns.

@dwightyost1606 Жыл бұрын

I have never had a comeback for using extra sealant

@Geezbnme Жыл бұрын

i did my 1999 regal GS and I did what you did silicone on the china rails and water passages. you don't want to do ii twice especially with the super charger.

@TheJmich2001 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for letting us look over your shoulder.NJ

@HouseCallAutoRepair Жыл бұрын

@20:58 Ruhroh! I dropped an 8mm narrow deep-well, just finishing my CVPI Intake replacement... Dropped into cylinder #7. 45 minutes later I found it... Milled down a magnetic tool and went fishing. Got it on my first try! THAT was a close call!

@sammorgan2390 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the training. I enjoy watching you work.

@Froggyfresh04 4 ай бұрын

This is the most common problem with these engines, and there really hasnt been a deatailed video like thise showing the process. As a member of the MC community thank you

@kevinlopota3626 Жыл бұрын

Love the videos ! After watching you talk about the need to be extremely careful when installing spark plugs that are pre gapped I went and got the magnetic spark plug socket kit from matco along with the 3/8 magnetic socket set …..cause hey “ Gravity “

@quicksilver462 Жыл бұрын

The intake manifold bolts need sealer on the threads to prevent oil from traveling up the threads and showing up on the intake manifold under the bolts, since the bolt holes are open to the crankcase, except for the bolts on the very end, sorta like a gen 1 SBC. It does not show up right away, usually several thousand miles later.

@joeberg9823 Жыл бұрын

Yup, lower intake bolts need sealant on the 3800's...

@masongood2477 Жыл бұрын

Just did the same job on a lesabre last week. Did the job because coolant traveled up the threads on one of those bolts.

@CodycoWeb Жыл бұрын

Yep very common on these. Sad that this hack didn’t do it and will most likely have leakage in the near future. Bottom elbow should have been changed also. Just a time bomb 💣 waiting on failure.

@robhalter Жыл бұрын

Great video the only thing i do different is put the rear spark plugs in with the plenum off makes life so much easier ,

@user-pq1tb8zx7e 4 ай бұрын

I own an 2001monte Carlo ss these cars run so strong if you take care of them 3.8 has so much power.

@talontsi92 Жыл бұрын

"If you don't put lube on it, its a lot harder to get it in." @22:06 Sage advice, Ray, sage advice.

@tdhyig5045 Жыл бұрын

Great info. Easy to understand .Thank you

@williamprice3929 Жыл бұрын

Should have done the rear bank of plugs when you had the manifolds off.

@mr.lynnrosaasen8218 10 ай бұрын

I've watched several car Maintance videos, but only once. Rain an Ray is the go to video, because on the monologue , humorous , honest, plus a very good machenic!

@jackkreighbaum783 Жыл бұрын

I'm not a mechanic, but "back in the day", Champion Spark Plugs were top sellers (1960-70s).

@drwho135 Жыл бұрын

Now I know another use for Bacon Grease. Thanks Ray.

@johnnoblet7705 Жыл бұрын

Great work Ray. Keep it up.

@jonathanmoody8919 Жыл бұрын

Ray when I see you do a job like this, im just totally in awe of your skills and knowledge of so many different make of engines, keep up the great work im a fan for life

@stevo4649 Жыл бұрын

thankyou Ray,an enjoyable part 2,,have a great family break,,,👍👍

@kevincurry4735 Жыл бұрын

Good day to you Ray and Happy Saturday. Looking forward to this video.

@rickallen9382 Жыл бұрын

Good job Ray I can tell you have done this a time or two.

@AL-RCjunkie Жыл бұрын

Great use of that Bacon grease-i hadn't thought of using it that way. Can't wait to replace the plugs in my Prius and give it a try 👍

@TeemarkConvair Жыл бұрын

and it smells SO much better

@douglasburnside Жыл бұрын

And that way he can save the silicon grease for cooking!

@nashvillecop1 Жыл бұрын

Always used a small amount of dielectric grease in plug boots to prevent sticking to the plugs and anti-seize on the plug threads (especially aluminum heads) to prevent difficult removal.

@nickspiros1519 Жыл бұрын

Looks like you're baking a cake with all that silicone lmao 🤣🤣🤣

@jameskennedy673 Жыл бұрын

👏👏👏👏for part two of Monte Carlo. See you on part three for the radiator flush, it’ll be another great video

@Wakeupandsniffthecoffee Жыл бұрын

What a pleasure to work on such a clean engine!

@hestheMaster Жыл бұрын

Ray you are the MAN. Thanks for showing the repair on this particular engine. One repair no one ever wants to do!

@user-kf8ry8qr9h Ай бұрын

Also. Its easier to take the tensioner assembly off then do the lower manifold, Then re-install the tensioner assembly install coolant elbows, instead of fighting the elbow on an angle. Easier and a nice straight install....

@chrischreech5869 Жыл бұрын

Ray I really enjoy your videos so much last Friday a wind storm knocked out my power for about 5 days my was the only one to go out three tress and a pole was knocked down and a vehicle got crushed I have a jump box with USB port that how I could keep watching your videos so keep up the great work you do 😊

@carlosboyrie Жыл бұрын

Ray you are the man I really enjoy your video I start doing mobile mechanic you teaching the right way to get job done it have help me thank you

@Longeno55 Жыл бұрын

The Monte Carlo owner is a lucky person hey hey hey!

@henryduke722 Жыл бұрын

You seemed to be a whole lot more happier running your own business your a great mechanic good video like always

@Pdblee Жыл бұрын

A+ for remembering where all the blots and connectors go and fittings and everything all in its correct place A+ well done 👏👏👏👏👏👏

@Navajo-man Жыл бұрын

Hi Ray just finished watching 2 part intake manifolds excellent job and as always you and you’re families be safe 🇺🇸🇺🇸

@bobbymckinney1264 Жыл бұрын

This is a very common engine it's good to see someone who knows what they are doing working on it,this video could help alot people just because of that size and most common engine used, nice job Ray as always you the man!!

@MrTonyPiscatelle Жыл бұрын

I like how you describe how to install the lower intake gaskets and how to just use a bit of RTV at the corners. And then shazzam, you glob that shit all over !!!! I almost peed myself

@RainmanRaysRepairs Жыл бұрын

Ohhh no, I’ve seen folks use the whole tube in one sitting 😂

@MrTonyPiscatelle Жыл бұрын

@@RainmanRaysRepairs Yep The machines I worked on for 37 years had a similar issue on the gearboxes, just a bit in the corners. Techs be like nuh uh squirt da whole tube on there mang. If a little is good a bunch is better....lol

@Chevymacjr Жыл бұрын

2000 and *voice over* three. Love it, Ray I'm so happy to see you business has completely taken off and I wish you and wife unit continued success. Please keep up the awesome content.

@pedroequis9396 Жыл бұрын

Another Ray's excellent adventure !

@richardclark3805 Жыл бұрын

I love it when you say what his problem cracks me up

@tmackinator Жыл бұрын

Nice job Ray.

@BOXTERS32 Жыл бұрын

Ray's special Bacon grease for all the bacon lovers..yum nice video Ray..All the best from the U.K.

@JamesSargent-dh6ci Жыл бұрын

Part 3 Monte 2003 ... de 7sec delay... rod and clean on RAD. upper & lower.. you best puttin T/Stat... that cooling system is FUBAR Such a beautiful monte fix it!!!!.. good job 2all Bsafe 🥶🐲

@hav2win Жыл бұрын

For those who may attempt this job, you should know that Ray has skipped what GM recommends be applied to the lower intake bolts to avoid any leakage through the threads. Permatex 59235 High Temperature Thread Sealant or it's mini version 59214 is readily available. AC Delco does have the official sealant, (GM PARTS 12346004 - LIQUID TEFLON SEALANT), but the Permatex is cross referenced and commonly used by professional mechanics. Go with whatever is easiest to get.

@stephenkrauss8240 Жыл бұрын

Fixing cars is like building houses. There's minimum code and then there is better. Never apologize for going above the minimum.

@AntonioClaudioMichael Жыл бұрын

Good video series Ray Only thing left is to clean the radiator out of all the contamination and make sure it's sealed at customer satisfaction guaranteed good video as always @Rainman Ray's Repairs

@theverizondroid Жыл бұрын

I did this job on my grand prix and didn't get the coolant out blew up my engine. I have a new to me engine now same problem now I know where I failed Thank you Ray for posting this.

@i_fudg3d_my_pants Жыл бұрын

FANTASTIC video, AWESOME content, OUTSTANDING production. Keep up the FANTASTICALLY AWESOME content Ray

@delantel6689 Жыл бұрын

I like Bacon Grease, great video. You and family have great weekend.

@andrewg6238 Жыл бұрын

Nice, Ray! I have to say, watching this series makes me feel I would be comfortable doing a job like that. Always hear how bad something is, fear of the unknown, would never buy one of those engines, yada, yada. Not so anymore! Thanks for what you do, but I have to ask...you talk about lubri-can't. I NEVER hear about lubri-can...please fill us in! 🤣😉

@miked0602 Жыл бұрын

Love the 2000 (3) voiceover correction Ray!!!!

@peteratkinson6779 Жыл бұрын

Really pleased your business has clearly taken off, Ray. Best Wishes from the East Midlands, UK

@jonathancotterill168 Жыл бұрын

Me and my dad call champion spark plugs misfire specials as they never seemed to even work straight of of the box . Always use oem spec or NGK

@222boneal Жыл бұрын

Makes me miss our 1997 Pontiac GTP. I loved that car! Unfortunately Illinois road salt claimed that one!

@betomendez4304 Жыл бұрын

Great work and video as usual ray thx

@kamib6147 Жыл бұрын

Learning so much about engines. I had the courage to change the belts on my 2011 Escape because of your videos...not too bad for a gal.

@geraldharkness8830 Жыл бұрын

good job well done ray!

@timstout307 Жыл бұрын

It's nice to see a man enjoy his job

@TXCherokee Жыл бұрын

Years ago I bought a Goodyear spark plug tool. Thick blue rubber hose stick plug in end and screw into block. Very handy in tight spaces

@dalejones3862 Жыл бұрын

Been waiting all day Ray great work

@TroyStevensStelzerPaintingInc Жыл бұрын

Great vid as always. Incidentally, the egr tube both disassembled and reassembled without incident as soon as they heard the threat of pry bar. Sometimes it's enough to just let them know what's gonna happen if they don't behave, as was the case here. Thanks for another hit!

@MrMattDat Жыл бұрын

Nicely done Ray!!

@johndesaavedra1040 Жыл бұрын

My brother just found it necessary to replace the plug wires on both of his cars with this 3.8. The Buick has around 150,000 and the Pontiac has over 400,000. I have once had a car with this series of engine and I agree it is a phenomenal platform, save for the plastic coolant pipes.

@TheCorpsehatch Жыл бұрын

Good afternoon, Ray. Nice mid afternoon video.

@hotpackjay Жыл бұрын

I like working on cars with you ray

@kevindowd31021 Жыл бұрын

When it comes to GM engines and sealant, the bigger the glob, the better the job!

@Fastball115 Жыл бұрын

Great video... just bought a t-shirt from your shop! Wobbly bits lol

@blandrooker6541 Жыл бұрын

LOL had to laugh at the stealth "three" audio edit 👍😂👍

@michaelpressman7203 Жыл бұрын

Excellent repair as usual the old spark plug gaps looked a little wide I like the bacon grease! have a great day

@marcelwildeboer Жыл бұрын

Zo jammer dat je niet in Nederland bent met je shop, ze proberen je hier allemaal een poot uit te trekken in de garage en ik heb dan ook totaal geen vertrouwen om mijn auto er naar een garage toe te brengen zonder er zelf met de neus op te moeten staan en alles te controleren. Ik kan wel een boek schrijven over hoe vaak ze mij geprobeerd hebben op te lichten met onnodige reparaties en kosten voor werk dat helemaal niet is uitgevoerd. blijf je zelf Ray met wat je doet en je eerlijkheid, wij voorspellen dat je het goed gaat doen en wij wensen je het allerbeste voor de toekomst.