Chevy Traverse: Parking Brake Shoes Actuators Froze Solid - Missing Friction Material
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9 ай бұрынIn this video I go to slap some customer supplied brake part on the back of their 2012 Chevy Traverse and quickly find out they didn't bring us all the necessary parts to do the whole job. The parking brakes shoes are long gone and the actuators don't move at all. Let's see what we can do.
-Enjoy!
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@ericfrazer4736 9 ай бұрын
"I'm super pissed off today" - "Is it helping you?" - "No." - "Then stop being pissed off."
@2nickles647 9 ай бұрын
I've had those days before. I usually tell my wife. I go outside and work out my frustrations 😂😂
@konradhittner4668 9 ай бұрын
That parking brake spring fitting well on the back side of the brake shoes must be another fine example of Dorman’s “Problem Solver” engineering at work.
@TStheDeplorable 9 ай бұрын
Eric -- After about 13 years of doing my own work on my own cars, using videos like yours to learn, and building up my tools, this very day I take on my first paid job to supplement my retirement. I'm doing the brakes and a/c compressor on a rust free Toyota here in the Pacific north west! I'm at the point where I'm using the Autel bidirectional computer to diagnose when appropriate, and I hope to pick up and learn to use a PICO scope relatively soon. I wanted to be a mechanic when I was in high school but my dad talked me out of it. Well here I am 40 years later . . .
@dave6199 9 ай бұрын
This day and age make sure you have insurance
@spelunkerd 9 ай бұрын
Listening to techs complain about their work, I'll throw out a guess you made the right choice. It's been trendy to advise teenagers to "follow your passion", but the hard reality of doing this for a living means that in some occupations you have to put up with a lot. Some passions are better raised to the higher level of part time hobbies.
@mph5896 9 ай бұрын
@@spelunkerdyeah, playing 5-10 hours a week is much different over putting in full time hours for many years doing it. You really want to hang out in a shop on 90f days working on garbage🤨. Or have a car drop salty water all over you daily in the winter time. Or sit in a climate controlled environment checking emails and pushing paper😉
@LTVoyager 9 ай бұрын
No rust = no real challenge. 😁
@2nickles647 9 ай бұрын
Sir. I've done the same thing. Over the years I've built up my tools. Worked on my own stuff plus work on other vehicle during my time off. And I didn't play around. Working on vehicles for over 40 years. Today I turned 69. I still enjoy working on my own vehicle. I've mostly stopped working on other people vehicle. Starting from the obd1 and to the current vehicle. I'm still learning. Sir. Thank you for your wanting to keep learning.
@carolinamechanic 9 ай бұрын
Had a brake job on a rust belt Honda CRV down here last week. Took three times as long to do as one of our southern cars. Gives a whole new appreciation for what you go through. I'd be in a bad mood about it too.
@JohnDoesGarage 9 ай бұрын
I used to live and work just south of Erie PA in the same rust belt as Eric but I live in South Carolina now where I have my own shop. I sure don't miss working on rusty scrap.
@Averna222 9 ай бұрын
How many hours do brake jobs typically pay down there in paradise?
@jameshatch3996 9 ай бұрын
@@Averna222 I work at a dodge dealer in rust free Washington state. Pads and rotors pay 2 hours. If you add calipers, it pays 3.
@toenails. 9 ай бұрын
Parking brake work is always enjoyable.
@harrywalker968 9 ай бұрын
do you watch.. watch wes work.. his early vids on some of the vehicles, trucks, implaments, just rust.. but he did it.. amazing.. ausie..
@stevenlatham4397 9 ай бұрын
“We could spray it with a garden hose and it would be just as effective” I laughed for 5 minutes after that quote.
@MC-de6tf 9 ай бұрын
A real Mechanic like Eric is rare to find, most of what is called mechanic today are just parts changers. Be blessed. Peace.
@timmiller9146 2 ай бұрын
I just spent half a day screwing around with this exact brake set and your video saved me another half day showing the CORRECT way to put the lower spring on. THANK YOU ERIC! Excellent vid.
@rickharper1497 9 ай бұрын
I work on my own car, but I wouldn't have a problem with you doing repairs on it. You are a rare breed in these times! I've been watching you for years Dr O!!
@MarkTorgusen 6 ай бұрын
Don't get me wrong. I think you're the best mechanic and diagnostic technician I've ever seen. All auto manufactures have over designed the newer vehicles making it almost impossible for a good diy mechanic to fix their own vehicles. That's why I'll keep my 2005 duramax forever.
@neiljuedes1661 9 ай бұрын
That’s what makes Eric such a good mechanic he has patience. I would had to walk away for awhile.
@Thecrazyvaclav 9 ай бұрын
Can tell the weather was bad, lawnmower man wasn’t out
@dddevildogg 9 ай бұрын
No parts,wrong parts immediately alters the flight plan. This lump is now taking up a lift.It's gotta go- into the parking lot Glad it's not a "waiter" because that impacts how many times the boss will ask you a stupid question and you're losing here too.Not just the money- also your patience Eric is really being a nice guy here.Keeping it cool. And probably the only man in 50-100 miles that would get that job done right This looks like a 3-5 hr job for an A tech with all the correct parts Road Salt equals quickly recycled unit
@tiredagain6722 9 ай бұрын
Woh Mrs. O, DON'T POKE THE BEAR!
@karencary3312 9 ай бұрын
Brighten up buttercup. We love you.
@djgodden 9 ай бұрын
I've realized I don't even care what you're working on, I'll watch. Great content and commentary. Mrs. O cameo appearances and banter make me smile.
@MRrwmac 9 ай бұрын
Eric, You didn’t mis a lick! Got er all dun!
@jimmyfiggs6293 9 ай бұрын
Looks like Someone needs a hug.
@craigmccolm285 9 ай бұрын
After having worked on vehicles since 1971, my hearing started failing at about 55. Now my favorite word is "what" ; my wife tried to get me to use hearing protection, but it was inconvenient, fyi.. I appreciate your videos.
@dougngwenlawson3886 9 ай бұрын
I love the smell of Kroil in the morning.
@richardthomas1743 9 ай бұрын
Happy Friday everbody!
@beaverc2884 9 ай бұрын
Thank you, and happy Friday to you too. 😊😊😊
@jacobgreen1884 9 ай бұрын
Same too you
@randycarpenter2914 9 ай бұрын
One day, Miss O is going to walk out and do something that will turn your pissy day into a smile all day. Mr O it can't rain all the time.
@mateo801 8 ай бұрын
You make this a unique special channel. Please don't stop producing content
@demonknight7965 9 ай бұрын
Warped wiseman say. Better to be pissed off than pissed on! 😂
@wilgerdes3240 9 ай бұрын
Years ago when I delivered parts for Big A, I remember a shop had a sign about bringing your own parts for them to install. It showed a fella' standing at a restaurant counter with an arm load of groceries for them to cook! It said don't expect us to use your parts! Got the point across pretty well. Plus, wholesale parts cost to shops allows a proffit to the shops who charge customer retail.
@dddevildogg 9 ай бұрын
I worked also at 2 Big A franchises,back then cars seem to have many parts that fit a lot of models- and Big A sold a lot of parts and paint in my area/As a driver you put some serious miles on the tired old vehicles Now they are new and have A/C
@DeserTech 9 ай бұрын
At 7:00 Mr. O: "I'm super pissed off today." Mrs. O: "Is that helping you?" Mr. O: "No." Mrs. O: "Then stop being pissed off." Brilliant!
@johnpereira822 9 ай бұрын
Love how your a man of the people. You may piss and moan about customer not having all the parts needed but at the end you always come thru and get it done. That’s why all your subscribers are appreciative of your content
@DeserTech 9 ай бұрын
Not sure about the frustration with that. If the customer is missing some parts, you source those parts yourself. If the customer has no parts you source all of them. Either way you have to get some (maybe all) the parts.
@PzKwT1 9 ай бұрын
HAPPY EASTER BUNNY HURRAY, Keep smilin Doc
@NatesHomeTours 9 ай бұрын
Not many shops will even let you bring your own parts. Mostly cause they don't bring the all the parts needed or they bring the wrong parts. I was fortunate enough that the shops would let me, since I worked at a parts store and I was the guy the shops called when they ordered their parts. So they knew me and that I was thorough in making sure they had everything they needed to get the job done.
@roywhite7833 9 ай бұрын
Eric, my ex-wife just got rid of her 2009 Buick Enclave CXL with over 300,000 miles. The A/C wasn’t working and she needed both catalytic converters replaced. She didn’t want to spend the money to repair it, so she bought a new car.
@steadyeddie7453 9 ай бұрын
When the shop phone rang at 8:37 my first thought was that Mrs. O was calling just to get you to stop the air hammering.
@oldbiker9739 9 ай бұрын
let's help MR O get to one million folks
@paulfiebke3909 8 ай бұрын
I'm happy don't have the rust in TN. Keep up the good work
@williamrizzo1285 9 ай бұрын
Gotta love the rust belt. I live in Florida, my only fear this winter is needing to wear long pants an shoes! 😅
@DietBajaBlast 9 ай бұрын
Enjoy the 105 degree heat
@wolleysegap9740 9 ай бұрын
Eric O..."You don't bring your own eggs to a diner, don't bring your own parts here". 👍
@PatrickJago 9 ай бұрын
Even though nobody uses their parking brake, it’s wise to exercise it a few times a year.
@harrywalker968 9 ай бұрын
i think she/he/they/them/it/alien/.... used it 100% times of the yr,, basicaly, used for stoping the vehicle from rolling when stationary,,so,,should never wear out..vehicles today have ding dings,,to tell you its on..i love ding dings,, there my friend, they tell me when i do something wrong,, such blish... no,,i hate them..
@R_Forde 9 ай бұрын
I use mine every time I park my car. I am an odd one I guess. I even enforce that rule when my car is borrowed.
@bradc9491 9 ай бұрын
Always use the parking brake. It's healthier for the transmission.
@michaelsnively3621 9 ай бұрын
Definitely use the parking brake. Getting bumped in the parking lot happens and that's no good for the transmission.
@BMan100 9 ай бұрын
" I love my job, I love my job, I love my job..... I FEEL SO MUCH BETTER ABOUT MYSELF!!!!!" ON the inside.....
@meyertkg 9 ай бұрын
TPM is like "Do not eat this" protecting us from ourselves.
@mph5896 9 ай бұрын
I personally like them. Get a hole in the tire and I will see it start to drop pressure. Last time I was pulling down the street and turned right around saving a tire swap on the road
@gadasavideos8564 9 ай бұрын
@@mph5896 when I install tires without sensors it can be 3 drive sessions before it even tells me there's a pressure issue
@TheDak123 9 ай бұрын
drilled and slotted rotors, we're going racing boys
@darrellhewey1141 9 ай бұрын
Gotta love that road rash on the RF wheel
@L8terdays 9 ай бұрын
I have a 99 f150. 297000 miles. New engine tyranny diff. No rust. Runs like a champ. I do my own work on it. No way am I going to spend 75k for a truck with computer crap all over it. Mine looks and drives like new. Sometimes your videos give me a nightmare with all the stuff one needs to find a problem. I'm 62 so stuck in my ways now. Love the videos. I watch all the time. Thanks for the good work. Your amazingly honest and thorough.
@robertfitzgerald3432 9 ай бұрын
Eric, you and Mrs O have such weight on your Shoulders. Everything almost is dependant that You are there each and every morning. Just want you both to know, I know. Eric..next-up, a Million SMA utube subscribers. You don't have to change anything.. so honest -- all the time.
@G31mR 9 ай бұрын
I know leaving comments helps your channel, so I left this one. I want to be posting these for a LONG time.
@tokuzumi1 9 ай бұрын
Traverse getting some track day prep with those racing rotors.
@AlanBurnham 9 ай бұрын
In my experience, the few shops that allow customer supplied parts, labor is billed at 1.5 times the regular rate. It helps cover the shops loss on the parts margin and makes frustrations experienced here easier to stomach. The best option is probably to just not allow customer supplied parts.
@onenuttybuddy 9 ай бұрын
Morning Mr. "O", I was wondering if you got the job to fix/replace the bad cam sensor gear/actuator. I would imagine that would be a repair series of several videos. One good thing about that job, it ain't the same old stuff. Again, super interesting video. Hey, making a trip to the Northwoods in September. Love the fall weather. Nothing like the smell of firewood smoke in the air! Later!
@walterdodds3925 9 ай бұрын
Mrs O be like,stop being pissed off,lol. Eric good morning.
@richardthomas1743 9 ай бұрын
Chevy THUNDER!!
@Bob-se1si 9 ай бұрын
Being from Canada, I really understand the rust issue. Loved the way you were able to recover the actuator without replacement. Was a very thorough job and explanation. You appear very committed to the doing the the complete and correct job the first time. Wish your shop was closer for some of the work I really don't want to do on my small fleet. Great work!!
@ralphwatten2426 9 ай бұрын
Video up 3 hours ago and 11K views. Shows the value of the content. Thanks Eric O. The stuff you work on looks just like the stuff I work on condition wise. Thanks again.
@baratono 9 ай бұрын
Slotted and drilled rotors on that high performance Traverse!
@bltoth1955 9 ай бұрын
I still say Scotty’s got nuthin on you. 👍🏼
@tetedur377 8 ай бұрын
Mrs O, Eric wasn't wearing a breather and brake dust was flying all over the place!
@rightlanehog3151 9 ай бұрын
Eric, I call this the Chevrolet Travesty. 😉
@mph5896 9 ай бұрын
Most of the issues with them is people not taking care of them. I know of 1/2 a dozen of them with 150k plus still puttering along reliably
@phprofYT 9 ай бұрын
Yet people keep buying those overpriced wrecks.
@MoeLarrycurly1 9 ай бұрын
😂😂😂
@attilakohbor3360 9 ай бұрын
@@phprofYT😂
@jblyon2 9 ай бұрын
@@phprofYT A friend bought one after being told by everyone not to. Just over 2 years later he's trying to unload it because it's got unfixable electrical issues all over.
@jackdotts1476 9 ай бұрын
I don’t do any repairs anymore, but you are just fun to watch and listen to
@SlimFarmer 9 ай бұрын
Dear Eric, wifes gone all weekend. Might go buy me a sound bar and crank up your KZfaq videos to experience it like I’m right beside you. Have a good weekend!
@kenmohler4081 9 ай бұрын
Wife’s gone? Perfect time to buy that sound bar!
@starcarrier1874 9 ай бұрын
“See, that’s why you can’t hear!” What! I love this stuff!
@joelplotecher7051 9 ай бұрын
Always appreciate your video's! Small engine mechanic for 21 years, auto mechanic for 0. You gave me the confidence to replace a rear wheel stud on our chevy spark. Thanks always we appreciate you all!
@NoName-zn1sb 9 ай бұрын
your videos
@joelplotecher7051 9 ай бұрын
@@NoName-zn1sb my mistake, yes.
@jimb2580 Ай бұрын
Hey. Great video it helped me a lot. 2015 traverse 165000 miles. All original.
@elainerussell924 9 ай бұрын
Eric needs a bud light !😆
@Yawwee 9 ай бұрын
Sure rains in PRNY Avoca a lot....on half your videos it is always raining !!!! Them tire pressure sensors have a mind of their own, I set all the tire pressures to 35, and as you go for a drive, one is 37, another is 34, another is 36 .....they are very rarely the same pressures across them all !!!!! I've never heard of someone who had the parking brakes worn down to the metal shoes !!!! Is that just a New York thing ??? Nice work, job well done, Eric !!! Seems no job is error free, always some kind of a problem to overcome or a set back encountered till the job is completed !!!! On to the next one. 😃😺👍
@DukeFawks 9 ай бұрын
2:47 RIP wheel bearing. Ever wonder why cars come in with bad bearings seem to have recent brake jobs done. Rest of the job is top notch!
@georgereiss998 9 ай бұрын
I could watch you do brake jobs all day just for the commentary.
@alanmoffat4680 9 ай бұрын
I can remember when replacing break shoes on my 1960 VW beetle, buying the brake pads separately and having to rivet them on to the old shoes. The brass rivets made a squeal on the drum when the linings had to be replaced.
@Danzilly 9 ай бұрын
Love the techniques Eric uses to conquer the rust.
@1320pass 9 ай бұрын
Customer supplied junk, lol. Those poser race rotors with the holes and whatnot are gonna fill up with rust and saw the pads right off. Give it a year, they'll be back. Edit; Thanks for doing the vids and teaching us, sharing your trade even when you're swamped in work. 🤙
@rasmus1036 6 ай бұрын
I always cover the friction material on the brakeshoes with masking tape first thing I do when they are fresh from the box and remove it the last thing I do before I put the disc/drum on. Then I don't have to be to careful with oily and fingers hands when I install them 👍🏼
@andrecampbell691 9 ай бұрын
For some unknown reason, I do enjoy a good brake video with my morning coffee. 👍😁
@kevincorkery6292 9 ай бұрын
Love Kroil from about 40 years ago when WD-40 wouldn’t loosen a bolt but someone offered Aerokroil and it worked. Sold!
@notyou6950 9 ай бұрын
Just wait till the customer requests a transmission service. Got to love those clam shell transmission cases.
@Drundel 8 ай бұрын
Jealous of that rain. Bad drought here in STX.
@CrownVic33 9 ай бұрын
7:11 😂 I love you an Mrs. O interactions. Wish I had that kinda persona 🙃😪
@melvinjones3895 9 ай бұрын
2000 thousand miles Oh Wow. Chevy must be proud on this one.
@markB40 9 ай бұрын
Great watching as usual, you just proved with that adjuster that not everything needs to be replaced, some things can be “ manipulated” back to operational condition.
@MrRunner 9 ай бұрын
Well..........I admire your acceptance of a customers parts supply. Many shops here will not accept them because a) they lose profit and b) once the thing is in bits, have to wait as more parts are often needed and will charge for hoist time. SMA has shown customer support of the highest order.
@mattbrown5511 9 ай бұрын
The only time I bring my own parts is if I know them to be "un-obtanium" and know that they have a high chance of being used on that job. You are a good man Eric O.
@nrvsauto8990 9 ай бұрын
Man I’m jealous of the new Thor gun, sweet racing blue power dial, upgraded grip!
@Acrowat40 9 ай бұрын
Seeing the state of the brakes makes me appreciate the annual comprehesive vehicle checks in Europe....
@DietBajaBlast 9 ай бұрын
There are annual comprehensive checks in NY State.
@pureblood3813 9 ай бұрын
Sounds like a peaceful place to live. Excuse me KING can I drive my car?
@Acrowat40 9 ай бұрын
@DietBajaBlast are these the same "comprehensive checks" that Eric is always commenting on while replacing broken suspension parts on a car thats just passed inspection? 😳
@LAactor 8 ай бұрын
Where in Europe@@Acrowat40
@jaybaker4447 9 ай бұрын
Always great to watch. I gave up on Rainman. He’s getting to sloppy. Doesn’t use torque wrench very often. Whereas you do always and that says it all
@erickdanielsson6710 9 ай бұрын
Love the Smell of Brake Clean in the Morning!!!
@victorbellan8357 9 ай бұрын
Lots of patience! You make these jobs look easy, thanks for sharing!
@davidgriffiths2069 9 ай бұрын
I just saw something recently, "If two tire gauges agree...they are both wrong!"
@tomoakhill8825 9 ай бұрын
I am leaving my comment because you asked me to. I enjoyed this video.
@MrZimmaframe 8 ай бұрын
1:53 that is the most horrible sound in the world 😂.
@tiredoldmechanic1791 9 ай бұрын
I purchased brake pads, rotors, calipers, stainless steel brake lines and fuel lines to do a brake job on my own vehicle. Due to a medical problem I had to have them installed at a shop. When I called, I apologized when telling them I had the parts and the guy was actually happy I did because they had been having problems getting parts and that was prior to COVID.
@mod_incllc3235 9 ай бұрын
That's a good shop.
@jrhageman1 9 ай бұрын
That's why I'm so glad I work in Central Montana, I still work on older cars, had a 61 corvair last week and lots of 70's and 80'S every month, but the 2014 and newer and my bread and butter, P.O.S. may piss you off, and get frustrating but the older one help you keep your sanity, lol
@jrhageman1 9 ай бұрын
btw, if You ever decide to take the family to Yellowstone, let me know!
@stevealbers685 9 ай бұрын
Love Ms O..."No wonder you can't hear!"
@darwindwelle5267 9 ай бұрын
Thank you Eric for you do for us back yard mechanics. I have learned so much watching you over the years.
@hickorystx 9 ай бұрын
Very nice job, even with the rust issues. Hope your day got better. I can understand the frustration doing your job, but don't give in. Easier said than done. Mrs. O. gives good advice, just like my own Mrs. Hang on there Mr. O., life is good when you need it most! Thanks for all you do for so many. Great tips too!!
@cjwelty2012 9 ай бұрын
Hahaha. U called her old girl🤣🤣🤣
@dendkmac 9 ай бұрын
Tough days happen at least you were able to loosen it up without having to tear into it and have stuff fall apart, good job.
@ronaldsinclair6837 9 ай бұрын
Watching a break job is pretty boring, but at least you do them right. Good job Eric 👍
@abw121 9 ай бұрын
Friday morning and Eric O doing a rusty brake job! Thank you for bringing us along!
@bryanlatimer-davies1222 9 ай бұрын
Almost sounds like Mr O prefers the aftermarket spring setup !
@chrissmithz314 9 ай бұрын
10:10 I remember on my old 5mt subaru legacy, I had an issue with a squeak coming from the rear when I would get in and out of the car (I think with the parking brake engaged, this was probably 10 years ago). A heavy gust of wind could knock me over, so it's not like there was a lot of weight on the suspension components. Long story short, the lube on those shoe contact points (if there ever was any) had gone away, and that was the cause of the squeaking. So I guess I'm saying, sure doesn't hurt to lube them in a parking brake setup
@pudermcgavin4462 9 ай бұрын
Kroil smells the best when it turns to smoke!
@davidalbrecht7659 9 ай бұрын
The brake hose, rotor and pads look the Power Stop brand. I like to use them on my vehicles. Very affordable and better than OEM.
@briansimpson8062 9 ай бұрын
damn you got the blue jays!
@xrisdavid785 9 ай бұрын
@ 13:43 ----> Wait!! WHAT ??? A "Korea" hub on the Chevy ?? 🤣🤣
@eltonyancey6426 9 ай бұрын
I sure wish you could send us some of that rain down to Texas. All we get is sunshine and Hotter than. Well you know. Thanks for another good video.
@greggc8088 9 ай бұрын
5:50-I love it when you break out the air hammer. I love it when anyone does, really. I've got just about every adapter for mine and break it out often. Even have one adapter used for putting my condoms on. That light trigger controllable air hammer would be good for that one for sure. 😂😂
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