Glad to know I’m not the only one that says thank you to bolts for coming loose from known problem areas.
@JW--dc8ri3 жыл бұрын
It's the polite thing to do
@Slowcarfastbeans2 жыл бұрын
I stopped asking many years ago. Oxy-A torch comes if it doesn’t play nice.
@michaelmiller47163 жыл бұрын
Man, to be able to repair a vehicle without a flat-rate clock ticking away or a service advisor telling you the customer is on his way so you need to speed up, is just plain refreshing. Eric, your commentary is of great help to many of us watching and encourages us to give DIY repair a try. Good stuff, I always enjoy your videos.
@roberttaylor77322 жыл бұрын
Did my son’s Element’s rear struts today. Just like you showed! I had to drill and use a self-tapping screw as well. Once I broke one bracket bolt I looked around. I actually loosened two of the through bolts that hold the canister to the bracket and it gave me just enough flex to get the strut out. For anyone who might try this, there is a cover that comes off via tabs, and then you can loosen the nuts and the bolts will fall out.
@benxher3 жыл бұрын
I can't imagine keeping track of all the footage for these videos as well as the audio and then piecing everything together.. Epic work Eric.
@ericthecarguy3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@Doctor_X3 жыл бұрын
love the 5th element reference!
@chadwinpark83863 жыл бұрын
I've been saying that since seeing it many years ago. Especially when I open the garage door. Aziz, Light.
@Jame69993 жыл бұрын
Aziz . Was falling asleep
@ericthecarguy3 жыл бұрын
While working on my Element. 😉
@nospamevereh3 жыл бұрын
I did not think anyone else said Azizz, LIGHT. Would have to be an Element guy. 5th anyone?
@jaypeeztabernac8513 жыл бұрын
loved it, I started LOL at 3am and wife must have thought i was crazy
@Evergreen_Kings3 жыл бұрын
I say this all the time and couldn't remember where I got it from lol
@spunkmire26643 жыл бұрын
super green
@audiogarden213 жыл бұрын
Well it is a 2005 Element. Coincidence? I think not.
@derekmoreno12723 жыл бұрын
Yes!!!!
@gatolibero83293 жыл бұрын
Eric, you have over 1.5 million subscribers! That's amazing.
@ericthecarguy3 жыл бұрын
And I'm grateful for each and every one. Thank you!
@brandtharen3 жыл бұрын
This is a great video. The series of videos on these Elements is building my confidence to do a complete rehab of the rear end on my father's 03 Pilot (bumper, subframe, complete suspension).
@billtanguay89052 жыл бұрын
Hi, Eric. This is exactly what my '07 Element needs as my back tires are feathering on the inside edge. I don't have the skills or tools to do this myself, but I have watched your video many times enjoying your careful and meticulous attention to the infinitely smallest detail.
@maingun073 жыл бұрын
Never wrenched on one of these. Thanks. Also, I've been pretty happy with Eastwood paint. I'm gonna try their spray on ceramic on an exhaust manifold to try to reduce rust. And I am not dead weight. I was cheering you on, especially on the rusty fasteners. It's always useful to have a pretty young girl cheering you on. Even if I ain't pretty. Or young. Or a girl. And I'm several days late. And four or five states away. Okay, I'm dead weight.
@ericthecarguy3 жыл бұрын
😂
@Sirach9853 жыл бұрын
ROFL
@navydipper9557 Жыл бұрын
I might be dead weight currently. But your knowledge has guided me throughly good sir and I appreciate your skill and handing it down freely.
@CastIrongarage3 жыл бұрын
My mom has a 03 Element that needs work. Watching these vids motivates me to fix it up
@Lentsnh173 жыл бұрын
I’m not sitting here completely dead weight… I’m making sure the chair doesn’t float away.
@garyanello38813 жыл бұрын
Some great tips that are often overlooked or not even thought about by the DIYer. Great job as usual Mr. Eric. You never cease to amaze me with your knowledge and skill!!! Stay strong!!! ☺
@ericthecarguy3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@zijiechen38463 жыл бұрын
Wonder if anyone is like me, playing all ETCG and ETCG1 videos as “background music”, even I’m not working on my cars now. Somehow I just like him and his voice.
@ericthecarguy3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@markjordan49943 жыл бұрын
Impressive rebuild of the suspension. You're going a long way, Eric, toward make this Element a new vehicle!
@justinlalugski20832 жыл бұрын
idk what it is but watching and listening to you work on cars soothes me. Mechanic ASMR
@AcuraAddicted3 жыл бұрын
23:20 AXELent! I see what you did there, Eric :D
@probochronicles39913 жыл бұрын
Mine has this exact problem and I'm going through tires like crazy. I have new struts and adjusting control arms.
@wildman11373 жыл бұрын
Composite magnetic vice jaws...great tip Eric! I wasn't aware such a thing existed.
@jhuntosgarage3 жыл бұрын
You're right! Just sitting here like dead weight. Gotta get up and get motivated. Thanks for sharing!
@andy32332 жыл бұрын
I appreciate the reference from The Fifth Element. “Aziz, LIGHT!”
@johntowers3 жыл бұрын
Loved the Firth Element reference. have had my element since highschool 2003 and i also have a dog 🐕 named Leeloo!!! thanks for all the great element videos!
@willdickson67613 жыл бұрын
Huge help for my 2006 CRV 5MT! My rear suspension is starting to wear and an alignment is impossible the the cam bolts being seized! Thanks for the tip of good adjustable upper control arms!
@joelambriz20153 жыл бұрын
He's fixing and Element.... "Aziz, light!" ..... I see what you did there.... 🤣
@ericthecarguy3 жыл бұрын
😉
@davevq3 жыл бұрын
Speed Academy is up in canadaland and they deal with bad bolts/nuts all the time. They have been using the bolt buster heat induction tool that centers the heat on the nut or bolt and nothing else. It seems to work for them 100% of the time removing really stubborn rusted bolts/nuts.
@user-wk3ru9do7s6 күн бұрын
Perfektný majster si, ďakujem za super video ako sa to robí. Pozdravuje Peter - Slovakia 😊
@TalosValheru Жыл бұрын
I learned a lot about my car and repair process here. And on a personal note I laughed out loud at "Aziz, light!"
@MarkMyWordsXx6 ай бұрын
Wow we all see that caliper swinging from the brake line on the passenger side, your not gunna get away with that Thanks for the vid, if we all don't need this service now, we're all about to
@vijayantgovender20453 жыл бұрын
Thank you Eric you always make repairs look so easy and simple to do I always love watching your videos I am from South Africa
@ericthecarguy3 жыл бұрын
The tools and the lift help a lot. Have a great weekend.
@ivanlindsey3 жыл бұрын
Dead weight? Somebody needs to manage the shop. All I have to say about your work ethic is this: Good job! You need a raise.
@TerrybleGamer3 жыл бұрын
If only every mechanic was like Eric, knowing what to do, doing it right instead of breaking 4 bolts and JB welding it back saying "that will be 500$ sir!".
@hiyapal6819 Жыл бұрын
Love the video and of course love how you are working on an Element and reference the movie the Fifth Element "Aziz Light!" one of my favorite movies along with my favorite car.
@masterofpatent3 жыл бұрын
greetings from Hellas.thank you Eric for all the knowledge that you have given to us.You have helped me a lot with everything on my ek4 vti. I have make my own 4 jackstands I lift the car I rebuild my transmission my entire suspension system I have make my own front and back wheel bars ,fender bars and generally I rebuild the entire car inside and outside! what I am trying to say is that any information someone needs its in your videos! thank you man..god bless you
@ericthecarguy3 жыл бұрын
Thank you and good luck with your EK4.
@adambeforeeve59042 жыл бұрын
New mechanic here just taking in all info Eric ! U and Scotty the big dawgs of mechanic YT
@etran27193 жыл бұрын
I am glad that you are working on Honda again!
@roberttaylor77322 жыл бұрын
Installed my Aerogenics adjustable control arms yesterday. Thanks, @ericthecarguy!
@foellerd3 жыл бұрын
I'm stoked, I got a 03 CRV with all kinds of suspension noise and play, so this video is exactly what I need. Every CRV I've seen from this generation (with yellow turn signals, 02 to 04) has its rear tires cambered pretty bad. I think they solved the issue for the face lifted same generation 05 to 06 CRV. Its really hard to stay between the lines at highway speed. I've replaced all 4 struts with KYB's, outer tie rod ends, tires, and had a alignment done.
@ericthecarguy3 жыл бұрын
I believe those same rear control arms might fit your CRV. Links in the description.
@WisconsinWanderer3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Eric for putting this together! Very helpful
@theorycreative3 жыл бұрын
I think the CR-V is the same from 02-06. The second generation. They changed the body style in 07. I’ve got an 06 CR-V so I love that you have an army of Elements to work on. The 02-06 Acura RSX Type S chassis/suspension parts are also mostly interchangeable.
@bigm24463 жыл бұрын
he quote's my favorite move. Fifth Element
@codo73 жыл бұрын
Well, I really like those Elements. I wish I had a shop space to work in. I would really like to overhaul one...and keep it for myself.
@shawnvanderdoes98233 жыл бұрын
This video kept me entertained well fixing a leak under my sink. Keep up the dirty work.
@robertspitzer15663 жыл бұрын
Thanks Eric, it was fun and entertaining watching the video. I'm looking forward part 2.
@johnclark7908 Жыл бұрын
Eric, at 5:41 you can see your differential suspension bushing jumping about an inch while you are loosening the differential plug. It sits above the rear sway bar and the differential. Yours is SOOO shot! That bushing missing makes a huge clunk at odd times.
@WouterB763 жыл бұрын
If not for the mechanical work then your sense of humor would have me still watch your videos.
@ericthecarguy3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@wobblysauce3 жыл бұрын
Great day when parts fit.
@mikefernandz67703 жыл бұрын
I like how the socket just exploded out lol
@ericthecarguy3 жыл бұрын
And I landed on my butt after. Didn't get it on camera though.
@richardlugar68683 жыл бұрын
@@ericthecarguy I thot I felt the ground shake.
@ericthecarguy3 жыл бұрын
😂
@GleepGlop23 жыл бұрын
Can't wait to watch this! I want to buy a used Element and my understanding is there are recall inspections on the rear suspension such that Honda will appropriate your Element if it fails inspection.
@richeyrich22033 жыл бұрын
Really? Links? I've not seen any recalls on suspension, and the dealer said there are none that need to be done for mine.. What's your source?
@GleepGlop23 жыл бұрын
@@richeyrich2203 google honda element rust recall - its something about where the frame and rear trailing arm attach. If it is too far gone to reinforce they buy it off you. I think the recall hasnt been issued in USA though, I'm in Canada. If you get rust best to maybe do a preventative job on that area.
@roberttaylor77322 жыл бұрын
You are a font of knowledge, Eric! Thanks for posting this. My rear camber is super extreme, so I will definitely be installing some adjustable upper control arms.
@roberttaylor77322 жыл бұрын
Ordered the Aerogenics Rear Upper Cont. Arms (thanks for the code!)
@shane69613 жыл бұрын
You're right, I'm literally just sitting here, eating a bagel.
@Apk073 жыл бұрын
I just finished a bagel, glanced down at the comments and saw this.
@mikepettengill27063 жыл бұрын
@@Apk07 you guys are literally sitting in his waiting room, watching stuff on your phones, eating bagels.
@FloridaSunMitochondria3 жыл бұрын
Ok I’ll admit it now I can’t wait for Part 2!! Thank you for such amazing videos.
@ramonpagan6953 жыл бұрын
Hi Eric I'm not a mechanic but I enjoy watching your video also I get to learn how to do some car repairs thanks
@ericthecarguy3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@TheJKDGuy Жыл бұрын
If my last mechanic used a bungee cord I wouldn’t have needed a new break line 😂❤❤
@chrisrussell40732 жыл бұрын
I say "Aziz, light" all the time and nobody gets it. Thanks for nerding with me. Also, thanks for warning about the charcoal canister.
@clarkkent58653 жыл бұрын
Honda CRV 2001 to 2005 have the same issue with the negative camber angle on rear wheels.
@citruscollins3 жыл бұрын
Fifth Element quote in a Honda Element video… yup, that’ll do!
@davidbelville24633 жыл бұрын
A few years ago I helped my son remove some suspension parts from his car; after many sawzall blades smoking and loosing their teeth, we found the spraying the blade with a mist of water would make the blade last 10 times as long.
@MrHanichak23 жыл бұрын
Anytime you like an assistant all you have to do is ask. And I'm assuming anyone of us would really happy to jump in to help you out! Not all of us are bumps on a log.
@paulmachak98533 жыл бұрын
I sure wish I lived close to you. I would have no reservation about you working on my '10 Element
@Jame69993 жыл бұрын
Eric you should be at 2.5 million subscribers by now. Don't UNDERSTAND why with all the value of information you have archived on YT
@ericthecarguy3 жыл бұрын
I feel I make good videos, but I really hate playing the KZfaq/Social Media game. I'm sure that's worked against me. Thanks for your support.
@pgarrett66653 жыл бұрын
I see Eric the car guy videos I click like.
@ericthecarguy3 жыл бұрын
I see your comment and I do the same.
@pgarrett66653 жыл бұрын
@@ericthecarguy I'm currently setting the valve lash on the original b18a1 , I just replaced the crank , cleaned everything like some ocd with a manic episode, and I'm just now buttoning everything on the top end up, top end got the same love, I love this car , maybe it'll go another 190k miles 🙏😀.
@GleepGlop23 жыл бұрын
Dang I was hoping you'd break a bolt on the stabilizer bushings so I could see how you fix it lol, broke all 4 of mine and just took the bar out for now, don't want to deal with the headache laying under my car trying to fix that.
@ericthecarguy3 жыл бұрын
You might find this helpful. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mZOGd5Sq3ZyVknU.html
@g0dl3553 жыл бұрын
Much better, thank you Azizz
@mattfoley60823 жыл бұрын
25:35 Excuse me? I am NOT just sitting here; I've been doing arm curls with my coffee.
@ericthecarguy3 жыл бұрын
Nice. That's the first I've heard of my videos accompanying exercise.
@preludedude47653 жыл бұрын
@@ericthecarguy I hope you realize he meant he was lifting his coffee to his mouth. No excersize happing here lmao
@UNEEK_LOGIK3 жыл бұрын
Bigbadaboom Bada-boom Your are the supreme being Erik..
@pirana63 жыл бұрын
Eric your magnetic grips that go into the vice jaws: They go in the other way. All the funny grooves are for putting things into those grooves to better hold stuff.
@labradormcgraw3 жыл бұрын
Well, from not having any initial idea where you were going with this, it actually turned out pretty damn good, methinks. 👍👍
@ericthecarguy3 жыл бұрын
The ride is excellent too. It's like a brand new vehicle in so many ways. I feel terrible because I plan to drive it in the salt and muck. I'll do what I can to wash it off in the spring though. Always nice to see you. Have a great weekend.
@VBshredder3 жыл бұрын
Yay, rusty parts replaced with new parts. I'm in!
@chooch5023 жыл бұрын
Sorta
@machinesofgod3 жыл бұрын
Greetings Eric! I'm going to enjoy this video. Thank you for all you have done, helped me out a lot!
@ericthecarguy3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your viewership and comments.
@patrickmcalister13853 жыл бұрын
This video couldn't have come at a better time. I'm literally ordering all the parts to rebuild the suspension in my 2007 Element EX. Everything I've learned how to fix on my Element are because of your videos 🤟 Quick question for ya', Eric: Do you know if complete strut assemblies for the 2003-2006 Elements will fit the 2007-2011 Elements? I know in 2007 they changed the direction of the right coil spring (I think) but figured it would work the same if I just buy the complete assembly. Honda suppliers have run out of struts, and I'm having to buy aftermarket, possibly Monroes. KYB is supposedly making a Strut-Plus for the Element, but not being released until later this year, or possibly longer. And thanks for the awesome info on these Elements. Glad to see there are still people who love em' 🙌
@carpenterek3 жыл бұрын
Maybe I drive my 06 Element to your shop, from Norway! Very nice video- I might do it myself. Thank you again!
@ViperKillerWannabe3 жыл бұрын
25:54 Ah, I see you are a man of culture as well.
@Dave.S.TT6003 жыл бұрын
Love this video. Even though i've never heard of this car.
@ericthecarguy3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@mcrande3 жыл бұрын
Ahhh you watched my documentary thanks Eric
@2810Mad3 жыл бұрын
The element of surprise
@stratmancruthers3 жыл бұрын
Lots of unintentional ASMR goodness going on here, and I own an 03 Element as an added bonus to watching
@TheDerrty1113 жыл бұрын
I ENJOY WATCHING YOU ERIC. LOVE YOUR VIDEO'S ! GO ACURA & HONDA REPAIRS!
@ericthecarguy3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@tymyshoes1033 жыл бұрын
Technically, I’m laying down! 😂😂😂
@arthurfricchione81193 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing Eric. You and family have a safe and enjoyable 4th of July Artie 🇺🇸
@ericthecarguy3 жыл бұрын
You too!🇺🇸
@Jupiter7Nonot3 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad u made a Pokémon reference 🙌
@thelonelywolf883 жыл бұрын
7:40 I guess you can say that was quite the Element of surprise
@GHE20053 жыл бұрын
Eric, U sure make the job look simple. I'm sure it's not. I wonder how long did the whole job took u to do and cost? I love when u work on ur Element since I hv the same vehicle. 👍🏾 Lastly, I wish I can find a mechanic that's thorough, honest & do an excellent job as u do always! 🤗 Thank u. ✌🏽
@mattfoley60823 жыл бұрын
33:45 My rear diff became noisy during turns. Changed the fluid and that got rid of the noise.
@biggerbill823 жыл бұрын
I remember working at the Honda plant in East Liberty Ohio and making these cars.
@CRAPO20113 жыл бұрын
Really thought Elements were made in Japan, i think some the crvs have a "J" vin
@dpete89953 жыл бұрын
Thanks Eric… made it look easy!
@HUBBABUBBADOOPYDOOP3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for another great video, ETCG!
@ericthecarguy3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the comment.
@ptroinks3 жыл бұрын
25:55 I just loved that Fifth Element reference! Made me laugh!
@motorbikemadness57733 жыл бұрын
Nice work, Eric!
@TJSpartan0083 жыл бұрын
Not naming any names, Moog! 🤣🤣
@RobertHancock13 жыл бұрын
Might want to try the carbide saw blades for jobs like this, probably would hold up better than the bimetal ones.
@milboltnut2 жыл бұрын
Eric really digs 12 point wrenches and sockets. Hey Eric you forgot to bungee the caliper. Make sure you tighten those nuts on the upper control arm.
@Vakkeran3 жыл бұрын
I too enjoy The Fifth Element.
@timrowe81233 жыл бұрын
Eric, we’re traveling to Cincinnati later this year. Wheres your favorite place to eat? Love the channel and what you do. Thanks!
@ericthecarguy3 жыл бұрын
I don't go out to eat much, even before the pandemic. I'm actually a pretty good cook myself and most of what I do is better than any restaurant that I've gone to. Especially since they seem to have teenagers doing all the cooking these days. Thanks for the comment.
@The513Warning3 жыл бұрын
Depends on which part of Cincinnati you're going to and what you're looking for.
@markfiorella74473 жыл бұрын
a friend of mine used spray paint at the strut mounts to mark where the new ones would go
@bigwavedave25503 жыл бұрын
Hahaa... love the 5th "Element" reference 😆
@FloridaSunMitochondria3 жыл бұрын
Excellent video!! Thank you so much.
@michaelfitzgerald13283 жыл бұрын
Again, thank you
@djtunecooficial49622 жыл бұрын
thanks for the information i have the same issue i guess i have to do this i am glad to find you video
@Earth294313 жыл бұрын
Thank you for another video tips Eric, your awesome.👍