Its good to learn everything you can I don't pay anyone to do anything for me. You would not believe how simple a dishwasher is to fix when you can look it up on youtube.

I actually did and always do oil the rubber but for some reason I didn’t film that bit in this video. I look back at videos years later and ask myself why didn’t I show this at that. Thank you though mate

Christopher Hubbard Give me a shout if you get stuck on anything. It's so straightforward on most cars. Good luck

Thank you Amy you should easily be able to do your car service now. If you KZfaq the make of your car you might see someone actually servicing that brand. It just saves more money than you would think. Have a good day👍

What I forgot to say in this vid is to get the very first service done to keep the initial warranty. After that it saves you so much money doing it yourself

All that glitters is not gold. I can only afford this place because I built it myself. I could never afford to buy it. That's what I do I make and save money by doing everything myself. I would love to video a build so I could show people how to save thousands but brexit has got me on hold for now

Well keep up the good work. I think that’s great, we could all learn a thing or two from you. Good luck!

Late reply but literally no one uses a torque wrench on sump plugs

Just tighten until snug... Who the hell uses a torque wrench on a sump plug..🤷‍♂️

I use a torque wrench on sump plugs.

I understand it’s not easy at the moment. If you need any advice when you come to do it just message me. You can do a oil change without ramps

@@buddysinsight9834 Thanks. I am right now just ordering the filters I will need online, and was thinking last night about how to get around the ramp situation.

You can carefully jack up each side of the car and put a couple of thick wooden blocks under the wheels. It’s just so you can put a big piece of cardboard down and slide under the car. What type of car is it you want to service?

@@buddysinsight9834 good idea! The car is a 2009 hyundai tucson. Has 180k on it and have not had a service in over 3 years. It is getting old now and worried I am doing major damage by not changing oil so had the idea of learning to do the basics myself so I could at least change oil etc and filters more often if I knew how.

@@Ann-ly5lk Well done you I promise it’s very easy to do. If you type into KZfaq 2009 Hyundai Tucson service there is videos on how to do it exactly for that car. I am not sure we get them here in the uk I don’t recognise them.

I do it because I want it done properly. Some garages like to make out that a service is a huge project. I get the first service done for the warranty and the rest done by me. I put the receipts in the book sign date and milage it. Not a single buyer of my vehicles has ever had a problem with my explanation about doing it properly

It’s always good to also look over a vehicle as well. One thing not to forget is the vehicle is fitted with many early warning lights so if there is any problems it will safely tell you. Anything electrical will show up before your service. Brake pads indicate when needing changing etc. There are many things on a dealerships list used to bulk out the bill but don’t worry one good service and cast your eye over is ideal.

Thank you mate I appreciate that

Amazing indeed. Agree with you! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Z5qVpqqAtNiZmWw.html

Every vehicle comes with a small book that explains basic maintenance. Also even new engines all follow the same simple principle change oil and filters. There’s some engines that you need to check the oil when the car is running but it’s always explained in the little book.

I agree with you I should have filmed that part like you say people wouldn’t consider something like that. I always look back on old videos and see things that I edited out or missed. Thank you mate👍

I have sold my used cars to dealers and very carful private buyers and not one person in all these years has doubted whether it’s been done or not. If you buy a main dealer service kit the receipt has the reg and all of the details on it. I just write the mileage on that and the service book and slip it in that page. I have saved thousands doing it and I always sell my vehicles at the going rate. I do it because I know it gets done properly and that’s what I tell people. It’s still a service history no matter who does it👍

Richard Jackson Yes you can get to it at the back of the sump without removing anything. You might need a little extension bar to reach it. It’s one big bolt in the back of the sump you can’t miss it. Just make sure you keep hold of it and put the copper washer back on with it. The engine always needs more priming. Nice one mate

Richard Jackson You will service every vehicle you have from now on it’s so easy and you will save a fortune👍

Many thanks

Charles Tebbutt That’s exactly what I do get the first service done for warranty purposes and then after that it’s all me

I suppose there is a limit some mums can be 20 stone and built like a brick shit house lol. It is very easy to be honest cars are just swapping bits.

stupid 8 year old Excellent 👍Don’t be afraid to ask for help though. Learning from others is what makes us successful👌

The parts department will tell you how much you need and then as you top up the car keep checking with the dipstick to make sure you don't go over the maximum line. Message me if you get stuck

Check it with the dipstick , come on - 🙄🙄 I’m 16 like

@@jameswilson5007 I think you should know what a dipstick is regardless your age

Playboi Smoovz Yes this was a full service. I don’t know where you’re from but in the UK we have something called an MOT this is a safety inspection. Companies tend to big something up to justify the money. One good service and a mot will keep you going well

Half of those 77 points are checking all the buttons work inside your car 😂

Pritesh Champaneri the reason why I made this video is because I tested the dealers services and everything they say they did they didn't often it's about profit not service.

U sayin us small mechanics can’t do our job ??! 🖕

Trusting people you don't know and can't see what they do gives you peace of mind....

I put all of my receipts in the log book sign and date it with the milage and not a single person who I have sold my vehicles to in 20 years have had a problem with it. If anyone asks me I say I do it because I want it done properly. It gets done properly with me and not rushed.

One thing I forgot to say I get the first service done by the dealer to give me the full 3 years warranty. After that I save myself thousands

Don’t they put a stamp on it tho to make professional job :)

Yes they do but if you can provide proof with dated receipts in the book that it has a full service history know one has a problem. A genuine dealer service kit receipt is total proof. Trust me I buy and sell every couple of years and even car traders except my previous cars and service history. Servicing is a manufacturers way of getting more out of the car deal. It works so well for me the money I have saved in my lifetime is amazing.

Ok cool thank you 😊

Just go to a main dealer of your car make. You will be saving so much money getting the official parts will not be that expensive. Then you can place the receipts in your service book. When you re-sell the car people love genuine parts fitted. 👍. Message me if you get stuck

Glow plugs on this motor its a diesel :) You could change them but a car soon lets you know if they need doing.

Thank you for the hot tip you have changed my life

christopher wilkinson bet you’re glad you came here then eh

Charlton Athletic 22 You just go to the service department of any dealership and they give you exactly what you need. Message me if you get stuck and I will help you.

​@@buddysinsight9834 Ok, thanks for the reply so I'm assuming because I own an Audi TT, I would need to find the nearest Audi Dealership?

Charlton Athletic 22 Yes just give them your registration number and they will Collect everything it needs. That way you know what needs changing. Keep the recipe put the mileage on it and place it in your service book. If a item looks complicated to you just search it up and see how it’s done on a Audi. Very easy

@@buddysinsight9834 Ok thanks for all the help

I look back on these old videos and I can see many things I could’ve done better. You can be blind to things when editing I think that’s why the bbc have 3 editors to check things over. I am in Thame :)

Do you understand the word Pratt look it up

The GLC is not mine it belongs to Mercedes. I am just a bloke that liked it that's all. We get a brand new merc from Mercedes every 6000 miles for the last 16 years so I am so used to driving them.

+Buddy's Insight Good for you to be able to afford a new car every year . I qualified has a mechanic many years ago ( I started a new career ) but in 20 years of owning cars I've only service 1 car, the rest been at dealers or local garages . Great videos by the way !

sorry the Merc is a company car from Mercedes and thats why we get so many of them. I run around in the truck you see in this vid.

I just buy a genuine service kit from a main dealer and I put the mileage date and my signature on the receipt. Then I slip it in the service book. Every car I have ever sold the buyers have been more than happy. Saved myself thousands and I know the job is done right

Yeah man, i love cars and i want to work as a mechanic but im 15 years old