Toyota Tundra: Welding On New Convertor Flanges & Replacing Muffler

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Жыл бұрын

All this time I believed Scotty and yet here I am with a broke down Toyota Tundra. Not to mention MY OWN! It's ok though because it just needs a new exhaust system and a few convertor flanges welded on. I guess we could forgive him...
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@SouthMainAuto Жыл бұрын

Now before we start a *Chevy vs Toyota* war in the comment section let it be known I am a Toyota fan boy haha. I was just poking fun at our good friend Scotty for all the love he gives Toyota. I can't complain to much about my Tundra. After all, this is the first "repair." Not to mention most 2013 GM's I can't put on my lift because the frames snap in half or crush from all the rust 😂 There....shots fired! 💥💥💥 Seriously though😐 ....calm down they're all junk when they're broke

@dans_Learning_Curve Жыл бұрын

Plus 1000!

@animal16365 Жыл бұрын

But how many treat there trucks with either fluid film or krown?

@canifixit3504 Жыл бұрын

I'm not a fan of chevy and will never own a Japanese crap toyota but to each their own choice

@justinballard7242 Жыл бұрын

Theres no good vehicles left anymore too much emissions.

@jeffreyuber5303 Жыл бұрын

I’ve heard a saying at the shop my dad worked at if it’s got … or tires you’ve got problems. I’ll leave the three dots for the word missing to keep it pg lol

@johno9163 9 ай бұрын

I was a service tech for 42 years and there is something extremely satisfying watching a craftsman do work. The skill and explanations of the process keep bringing me back and loving every video. Thanks again Mr. O for the awesome videos ( yes at 75 years old I said awesome).

@vehcor Жыл бұрын

The last time I heard someone break so many experts’ hearts, it was my video. 😂 I hate working on my own stuff too. The owner is a cheapskate that never pays!

@SouthMainAuto Жыл бұрын

You're rubbing off on me haha

@moehoward01 Жыл бұрын

You should complain to management, Scott.

@ZGDX_Smiling_ Жыл бұрын

Giveaway all the repaired vehicles for Free.

@ranierotravaglini8382 Жыл бұрын

@vehcor I watch all your videos, you are extremely talented at what you do. Keep up the good work (without the bi*** mittens 😂😂😂

@user-hv9gk5tc8z Жыл бұрын

Let the pizza girl do the work

@mynameisnickish Жыл бұрын

I've been an auto tech for over 20 years and I think this channel is the most legit auto repair KZfaq channel I've seen. Two thumbs up.

@erie910 Жыл бұрын

On the railroad, the cutting torch is known as the "hot wrench." It's a huge help in replacing rusted track bolts.

@brucedale4465 Ай бұрын

Also on the railroad I used to work for, the gas powered hacksaw!

@mattn6368 Жыл бұрын

The ChrisFix "soapy wudder" killed me! 😂

@harveyband9843 Жыл бұрын

Wow, from Scotty Kilmer to Chris Fix to the Streets of Gold with an absence of rust, my whole day is covered.

@bend3rbot Жыл бұрын

I loved his dead-pan Scotty joke.

@92Pony Жыл бұрын

I was just waiting to see who else he was gonna work in! 😄

@pitchforkpeasant6219 Жыл бұрын

Power Age and ScannerDanner. And Pine Hollow Auto Diagnostics too!😁

@jeffpuras7501 Жыл бұрын

Screw all those people. As a retired professional welder at a high level, your welds are fine. You are usually welding rust to new metal. Always a real joy! ,

@stevenlatham4397 Жыл бұрын

It’s awesome how far the channel has evolved. I found your channel when you only had around 40k. With nearly 20x that many now, you still don’t have a sponsor or do any stupid advertising plugs (I say this as a compliment and with respect). Thanks for keeping it real.

@mrfishbulb7187 Жыл бұрын

Sponsor free you tube content is getting thin on the ground these days. Thanks Eric.

@myfastcars Жыл бұрын

Its all about how level headed, sincere, honest and trustworthy he is. NO BS! Its like, I would really enjoy having this guy as a friend! I follow Eric to watch him methodically hunt down and solve really complex issues. Its amazing when you can insert your self into his troubleshooting scenario and do/predict the next step he will take. YES, I have been schooled by Eric but, not very often. I lived in the RUST BELT most of my life and have experienced the exact same vehicle cancer issues he experiences. Ive had damn older Jeeps dissolve out from under me and toil over the same F150 exhaust bolt nubs hell! You can put Rainman Ray and FORDBOSSME up there in the same greatness. They are my go to channels!

@MarkK01 Жыл бұрын

@@myfastcars I wouldn't put Rainman Ray on that same pedestal. He was alright when he was working for others but as soon as he started working for himself he went down hill. He complains way to much. Heaven forbid he gets oil on his hands. He complains he has no time to do maintenance on his own truck but he has plenty of time to add gauges and diff covers. I used to be a fan of his but not anymore.

@danlearned6199 Жыл бұрын

Just a quick note that might make life a lil' bit easier. The confines, restricted access space makes MIG welding exhaust a PITA. Thought you should know that Tweco makes an adjustable/bendable replacement contact tube for MIG guns called the Knucklehead series making it a ton easier to wrap a weld bead around those hard to get to spots.

@pcvideos100 7 ай бұрын

Thanks, I was wondering how others get away with that.

@frankish5314 7 ай бұрын

Damn.. I need one of these!

@drbobwoolery 9 ай бұрын

I grew up with my father's pipeline welding rig in the driveway. Your torch technique is excellent, and MIG work adequate to purpose (I have MIG welded piping for a Nuclear project) . Doing it all with bare hands makes my old burn scars throb, but you get away with it. Don't let the would be fire jockey comments bother you. Gloves and safety glasses are all I would add if I tried this job. Good Work.

@rebelregan7487 Жыл бұрын

I've been a mechanic for a few years now and I have to say your welding and cutting torch experience is Awesome. I'm a full time mechanic here in NC I've done some welding twice this week and I would be so embarrassed if I had taking pictures or even videos of the jobs I had done they were absolutely terrible. I've learned so much from watching your videos keep up the good work and Thank You for the hard and honest work that you do for our fellow Americans.

@MrAnderson5157 Жыл бұрын

Welders do take it serious and if your work depends on it there is no good enough to pass muster. There's always competetion too. But I'll go out on a limb and say most critics haven't welding anything in thier life.

@GS-lh2nx Жыл бұрын

I always come for the repair but stay for the commentary. Eric O. is the king of auto repair on KZfaq. Thanks and Merry Christmas to you and yours.

@calholli Жыл бұрын

He's top 5 for sure.

@amatod4 Жыл бұрын

Agree 💯

@brucea822 Жыл бұрын

Indeed Mrs. O’s husband is the ultimate

@GrayRealities Жыл бұрын

Eric is a great mechanic if I’m ever in New York I’m definitely gonna look him up but what about Ray and Scotty they’re also great mechanics too watching these three guys videos is like watching the Three Stooges. You could never get enough and you can watch the reruns and enjoy them over and over again 👍❤️ merry Christmas everyone God bless you all in Jesus holy name, and have a happy new year… sending love and prayers and holiday. Cheers from Chicago another salt belt 👍❤️⛄️🎁🎅🎄

@phillipschutter24 Жыл бұрын

I also work in the rust belt and that's ehat separates mechanics from dipshits, Eric o is one of the best I know and I'm right up there with him and no I dont have to brag to know I'm better than most..... my work speaks for itself

@markellwood4132 Жыл бұрын

For a welder he makes a good mechanic. The man knows the way round a car. But welding is a skill which takes time to learn.

@stanleyknight8173 Жыл бұрын

It is nice to know someone who can still use a cutting touch not just a sawzall and PB blaster.

@robteleeiii8567 10 ай бұрын

I am very surprised you even waste your time telling your audience about those who complain about what you do, how you do it or what tools you use. They way I see it they are watching your videos to learn something. Your channel is one of the best featuring the best mechanic on the net. I watch looking for your Chevrolet Suburban 1500 truck spots. I definitely come across a lot of the issues you show and I can decide to make the repairs myself or pay someone. Great channel and tell Mrs O hey.

@kerrylewis2581 Жыл бұрын

That was a dam fine Scotty imitation.

@jw-hy5nq Жыл бұрын

I could almost hear his testicle-less screech.

@lawnside82 Жыл бұрын

The flailing arms..lmao

@lawnside82 Жыл бұрын

Now scotty is gonna come after eric like he did chris fix.

@tennesseehillyankee8376 Жыл бұрын

@@lawnside82 Scotty will bring a knife to a gun fight.

@tomtheplummer7322 Жыл бұрын

I play Scotty vids at 1.5x and it makes him look like he could take flight. 😂

@romeo_alpha0176 Жыл бұрын

The title ALL of us were waiting for! 🤣

@RustyZipper Жыл бұрын

Next video title: “I’m getting sued by Toyota for saying this…. But I don’t care!” Then “My Last video before I quit KZfaq” ….

@tonebonebgky2 Жыл бұрын

@@RustyZipper Scotty will never quit, he's "quit" dozens of times.

@61rampy65 Жыл бұрын

@@tonebonebgky2 Which is one reason I don't watch him anymore. Clickbait, and his annoying voice, not to mention the waving hands. If he ever gets handcuffed by the cops, how will he be able to answer their questions?

@sparklander Жыл бұрын

"Heaven will be a place with the Lord and no rust.". I love that.

@ahmedalhimaidi9804 Жыл бұрын

Man that's funny 🤣😂🤣🤣 Scotty waving 👋👋. I been watching Scotty for 16years now my wife hates his voice 🤣😆🤣.but I learned a lot from him.

@mikep1646 Жыл бұрын

I've welded for 38 years and I will say your welds are perfect.. great work

@GrayRealities Жыл бұрын

Love how wifey walks in “is it done yet” no matter what you say the next line will always be “what’s taking so long” 😂 lol she wants to see Customer work being done 👍

@Garth2011 Жыл бұрын

LOL...Oxy/Acet torches are in every muffler shop out here in the west and when they came out in volume, so are MIG welders. Every complete front to exhaust tip dual exhaust job I had done in the 1970's was performed with a torch from removing the existing system to installing the custom bent new system. No MIG welding at all, no muffler clamps etc. I had 4 or 5 vehicles in the muffler shop back then and not once was anything but a torch used. Today, I see advantages in the MIG welder and also in the Milwaukee Hacksall or larger Sawsall for exhaust sytem work. There are areas that a blade would be best vs a hot torch with too much ambient heat for various surrounding parts, rubber, wiring etc. but you will always have a use for a torch in any exhaust work, expecially as Eric said, in the north east. Any vehicle repair shop would have a need for a torch as long as the user knows how to use one properly. They are required in various procedures and as in this shops location, minimum requirements for north east repairs. BTW...many muffler shops have access to all kinds of "truck" mufflers through their suppliers. Might be worth a look now and then. We have a few muffler only shops, some still with the "pit" type service bays and ramps above them. Super cool for doing that kind of work. They aren't going to be needed as much if the country really does turn into mostly EV's 30 years from now.

@stangaston9033 7 ай бұрын

Rock Auto to the rescue. I've had good luck with their parts. I have used them for decades.

@inatrance92SK Жыл бұрын

For a truck driven in the north east, the frame and undercarriage look really good.

@SouthMainAuto Жыл бұрын

It is a daily dirt road driver and a I plow with it

@jamesofallthings3684 Жыл бұрын

An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, as they say.

@chrisE815 Жыл бұрын

Fluid film

@mikeanthony7940 Жыл бұрын

Fluid film my 06 Tacoma every year and I live in southeast PA where the brine and salt are used. The frame is still original and looks great. Like Eric’s Tundra.

@MARKE911 Жыл бұрын

I never heard of fluid film until I started watching here. If we get a few inches of snow here in the South it's over. Snow plows??? Haha nope. Not here. We all just stay home and wait for the roads to melt 24 hours later

@OtherWorldExplorers Жыл бұрын

At the moment you said" come on baby light my fire " the video went to commercial and I couldn't be happier... 😁

@johnerway7255 Жыл бұрын

Eric, I like the remarks that detailed the viewer (arm chair critic) calling out issues with welding. They must have ran out of popcorn!!!!!! Thanks guy for the instruction.

@needleonthevinyl Жыл бұрын

We do this type of repair at my shop all the time! Great to see someone else doing it like we do. Whatever Toyota and Subaru use for exhaust pipe holds up good, but the flanges just turn into dust. By the way, that's an Autopart International muffler and we get them special order through Advance Auto. As far as I can tell they're the highest quality replacement exhaust out there. It's now my first choice for exhaust. Had way too many Tundras come back for Walker tailpipes that rusted off after a year or two.

@summerforever6736 2 ай бұрын

Good info thanks

@jerrygundrum1 Жыл бұрын

Fluid film for the win.....lookin good after all those years

@david26799 Жыл бұрын

2:18 😂 FedEx guy chucks it of the back like it's a Christmas present. 😆thats so true man

@mikehemen9708 Жыл бұрын

I grew up in my dad's blacksmith shop and I can assure you Eric's welding's just fine. Always hated overhead welding. Few things more fatiguing than that.

@WayneB27 Жыл бұрын

2003 Tundra owner , I installed a Gibson dual muffler and pipes when the OEM system rusted out (at 200,000 kms) , Gibson lasted less than 50,000 kms, was noisy and droned at HWY speed. Replaced that with a used OEM TRD Borla stainless dualsystem removed from a crashed tundra in a junkyard ($50 complete) that system sounds great, no drones and has survived 6 years , 60,000 kms . Truch has over 400,000 kms , original drivetrain , only minor issues over the nearly 20 years I have owned it (Toyota changed the frame for free, rear shocks , a couple of lower balljoints , 2 batteries and a radiator, brake pads , one caliper , ) I used to love my Chevy trucks but OMG dod quality take a dive in the mid '90's.

@grahamcooper3399 Жыл бұрын

Not sure if anyone else noticed, but Eric O shows the same care and attention to detail on his own vehicle(s) as he does anything else that comes through his doors. Truly a class act! Merry Christmas to Mr. and Mrs. O and all the O's!

@paulkirkland1535 Жыл бұрын

My thoughts exactly. Dr and Mrs O are a class act💯👍🌲

@CatRPlrC16 Жыл бұрын

I'll tend to learn more from watching 10 minutes of this channel than an hour of listening to Scotty's opinions.

@eddymahon1503 Жыл бұрын

It surprises me how important positive comments are to so many KZfaq creators. It surprises me more that anyone would give a bad comment to this channel.

@Mark-um3hm 9 күн бұрын

I don’t see anything wrong with your welding. Nice job Eric👍

@frankvucolo6249 Жыл бұрын

Just for shoots and giggles, you should have soldered something just to complete the hat trick of introducing heat to influence metal in one video. Love your channel, Eric. It’s the best out there. Just keep doing what you’re doing!

@wjhjr1415 Жыл бұрын

I suspect the torch issue is because the "youngsters" and those who grew up in dealerships haven't had ready access to torches. I'm just a DIYer and can't imagine not having "Vic".

@ianwatosky5481 Жыл бұрын

as a youngster who doesn't have ready access to a torch i just sit there jealous.

@crazyracinjason Жыл бұрын

Long time dealer tech here. It's weird where I'm at in Virginia because it wasn't as essential until about 10 years ago or so when the state started brining the roads before winter weather. Now I use them all the time. As far as the young people I've encountered lately, most of them can barely operate a screwdriver, so using a torch is going to be a hard sell for a while. I hope that's just an issue in my area and not everywhere. It's time for me to move into the independent world though.

@anthonybenanti9240 Жыл бұрын

I work at a dealership on Long Island and i use the torch weekly. Rusty cars need some extra motivation to come apart lol

@wssides Жыл бұрын

@@crazyracinjason Try some farm boys (and girls) for productivity and knowledge.

@jondawnjoshuahutson1877 11 ай бұрын

At the start i thought oh god a boring exhaust video . Wrong...it just goes to show how a simple exhaust swap can go arse up. Good job Eric.

@TPIR_Fan_1972 Жыл бұрын

I love your description of heaven, especially the "no rust" part. 🤣

@murphymmc Жыл бұрын

Cuttin' torch, heck yeah, efficient. Like other commenters, I don't use my torch as frequently as a whole lot of guys and the local supply house raised their prices about 500% for tank lease, so I bought them. That has worked out well. I think they have added gold molecules to the fuel and shielding gases as well as the price indicates something like that. They've also decided that every consumable, from tips, to gloves, to hammers, pliers, discs, everything, now gets a hazmat charge. I never realized soapstone markers were hazardous, didn't know mig tips and sharpies were hazardous, didn't know leather gloves were hazardous. How have we stayed alive for so long? 😉😉

@interdiction2 Жыл бұрын

Nice to see that you treat your own vehicle just the same as your customers' vehicles. 👍 Never ever seen you take a cheap shortcut. Just a very good and honest mechanic.

@ronniefrantzen2397 8 ай бұрын

The references to other mechanics was great 🤣

@3duckit Жыл бұрын

I feel that you let the comments bother you more than you did years ago. Don’t listen to these people. Half of them have no clue what it takes!!! You rock and are by far one of the best humans ever!!!!!!!!! Honest hardworking and a great family man!!!!!

@nissandudeful Жыл бұрын

You wont see Scotty working with a torch. It doesnt matter where or what he would be working on ... his hair would catch fire.

@donnlowe9129 Жыл бұрын

Who would have thought that replacing a muffler and tailpipe you would be able to showcase your many skills from using your cutting torch to fitting the flanges and pulling your system tight with a ratchet strap , nice Eric as usual.

@rockyj2008 11 ай бұрын

I feel so good owning an old school Toyota that has been maintained. 330000 miles and still can’t see oil on dip stick at 4000 miles when checked. 5,000 mile oil/filter changed. Required maintenance done when needed. Scotty wasn’t wrong.

@markhamilton1847 Жыл бұрын

Cutting torches in general are an absolute necessity . I was an electrician and we had torches in our shop.Kanda like a sledgehammer , you may not need it all the time but when you do it's nice to have. Makes a 30 minute job a 3 minute one.

@lloydweems6237 Жыл бұрын

I love to see you bring out the torch, it gets the job done. Merry Christmas.

@Randrew Жыл бұрын

I think he oughta get a HyperTherm brand plasma cutter. But only because he's got too much money ;)

@paulregner5335 Жыл бұрын

There's an old adage that the best mechanics own the most clapped-out cars. Speaking as someone that spends 40+ hours a week spinning wrenches, sometimes the last thing I want to do when I'm not on the clock is pick-up a wrench and turn it on my own pile of parts.

@Blazer02LS Жыл бұрын

So very true, I think it's a combination of things though. One, we don't want to work on down time and two we tend to know if something is actually a big deal that needs to be repaired ASAP or if it can wait a bit and three, we know that the repair is likely to snowball....

@300DBenz Жыл бұрын

We know how bad a car can get before it needs an actual repair.

@Lugnut64052 Жыл бұрын

Yeah, I'm guilty.

@kvaughan5193 23 күн бұрын

I live in Quebec and work on my own stuff for 40 years and I can’t imagine trying to tear down anything and rebuild it without the use of torches, plasma cutters and a Mig if you factor time versus messing around trying loose nut or cutting with a grinder or air chisel the torch is the most efficient solution

@chuckluscomb5824 Жыл бұрын

Aside from the minimal cost of the cutting torch, add in the time savings it provides. Lower overall costs to repair which of course makes the customer happy.

@johngoodwyn8246 Жыл бұрын

I wish there were more people like you in the world it would be a far better place Merry Xmas to you and family !

@samueljames9342 Жыл бұрын

One of the only KZfaqrs I watch start to finish, thanks Eric O

@jimmiller4023 Жыл бұрын

@southmainauto I don't know why anyone would have a problem with your welding ability, it looks great from my house!

@grominwithrob1339 10 ай бұрын

I remember the first universal joint i did in a s-10. I was using a regular torch to heat up the joint. After cooking it, it didnt want to come out. I looked over at my brother in-laws cutting torch and had a great idea. I fell in love with cutting torches that day. 😂😂😂😂

@elcheapo5302 Жыл бұрын

As a DIY'r, I own my torch setup. Leasing the tanks all year long to use it once or twice just didn't pencil out. A medium Miller/Smith torch setup, a 75cuft full acetylene tank, an 80cuft oxygen tank, and a cart set me back over $1000 several years ago. The upfront cost of leasing the tanks would have been lower, but at this point they're probably paying me back. There are cheaper ways to torch, but I like nice tools. 😉

@WarrenMillerIII Жыл бұрын

Yep. Same for welding gases: it works out better for us DIY’ers in the long run to own the tanks outright and find a place that will fill them at a reasonable cost.

@mph5896 Жыл бұрын

I had a set of tiny tanks used for hvac brazing I was using for automotive. Seems like I was constantly having them filled. Upgraded the garage to giant tanks on the cart and I haven't filled them since. Its time to refill though. I use mine a couple times a month, but without them I can't do the work. Well worth the $.

@dougjones9493 Жыл бұрын

I always wanted a torch but could not justify the cost. Than one day I was driving along and someone was throwing out one of the small portable kit, ( tanks carry case gages the whole thing). The tanks were completely full.

@wssides Жыл бұрын

Some jurisdictions won't allow you to own tanks as a diy or shop or dealership. The people that own them can't legally get them filled.

@briangardner5764 Жыл бұрын

One draw back with torches is the cost of acetylene. The last time I had my small tank refilled (2 years ago) it was well over $100.

@akshonclip Жыл бұрын

You hate working on your own stuff because you’re NOT GETTING PAID. 😂

@mykimikes Жыл бұрын

With a torch the amount of time that can be saved is worth itself. Coming from an ex mechanic, not just a desk engineer

@geopad8444 Жыл бұрын

No truer word spoken “I hate working on my own stuff “ love the videos and expertise!

@davidduerr7150 Жыл бұрын

As a fellow resident of NYS in the rust belt, Your comment on the torch could not be more true! It is an absolute necessity!! I think that its rare that I can do any car repair up here without using the torch. Great videos and I love your channel! Merry Christmas

@clintprice2123 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video! Nice to see Scott’s comment along with the Chris Fix reference. I was waiting for you to say Rays gravity when you dropped the bolts as well. This is always as entertaining with your humor as it is informative with the repairs.

@boofer875 Жыл бұрын

Here in Mississippi, I have passed the "Fire Wrench" to someone who has just about had it with stuck bolts many times. Other than improper identification of a must have tool your channel is spot on. I wish you could come down and work on our cars.

@charlesrusso9531 Жыл бұрын

Been using a torch and MIG welder for 50 years. Living in the Northeast, I don't know how one could work without them. One can develop some pretty good surgical skills over the years using these tools.

@electridan69 Жыл бұрын

You're the best mechanic, and only mechanic I watch. I love your channel, don't stop. Socal here!

@HoneyGlzedHam Жыл бұрын

REV UP YOUR ENGINES! (But not too much because the exhaust is shot)

@haywardsautomotive6156 Жыл бұрын

My 2006 Chevy Silverado SS over 200K not a bit of rust & original stainless steel exhaust. Only thing I've replaced is the LF wheel bearing. Just done normal maintenance with OEM parts & all synthetic lubricants. They don't make the SS anymore so I don't ever plan on buying another truck. As far as the torch goes I have Diablo blades but I still reach for my torch. The New Yorker in me comes out. Learned real fast as a NY mechanic grab the torch & minutes later the rusted exhaust is on the floor. Only had arc welder & acetylene torches so learned real quick how to weld & braze even the most rusted crap. Now I MIG everything. Thoroughly enjoy watching you torch stuff. Brings back my NY early days as a mechanic!

@JM-nd3ps Жыл бұрын

Dang that "new" muffler looks like the rattle can special. Next time look into Ferrita exhausts for options. Full stainless that allows good flow, but not a lot of noise. The rear coupling (marmon) flange isn't a bad style, they usually seal pretty well.

@mobes329 Жыл бұрын

Scotty said you need to have a mechanic like him to check it over. LOL

@Superdude93_ Жыл бұрын

Eric, you have no idea how much I love this video 😆🤣😂👏👏👏

@billc7211 11 ай бұрын

SMO, Scotty, and Chris Fix. Nicely rounded out utube diet. Or a great Celebrity Deathmatch lineup!

@igrowdrugs Жыл бұрын

Off road diesel guy also in NYS...can't imagine the shop without torches. They're used daily for us at a small 4 (in shop maintenance, not counting road or setup) tech shop. Essential tooling.

@rick980 Жыл бұрын

Love how organized you and your shop are.

@howardscott7521 Жыл бұрын

The welds on those flanges are beautiful. I’m envious. Happy holidays!

@markmaguire3554 Жыл бұрын

I don't know about the cutting torch comments, but it does impress me how you can cut a nut of a stud without damaging the threads. Hats off to you for that.

@marclemoullec7997 Жыл бұрын

From Manitoba, Canada. I Use the torch alot. Heat and remove otherwise it break and the repair. Love how I can cut one layer and not touch the other layer on exhaust work. Keep up the good work. Merry Christmas!

@DonRRicks Жыл бұрын

Oh Lord!! My 2008 is on borrowed time. 😁 I put an aftermarket muffler on my Tundra about 12 years ago, and I’ve had zero problems. Flowmaster is a litttle throatier, but nothing that abuses my sensitive ears

@ozzyfranf Жыл бұрын

I have a 2010 Tundra that still runs great fixing to hit 200.000.

@chaoskid1211 Жыл бұрын

On your way to 1 million subscribers! I am a math teacher and show your work my students.

@DJMovit 5 ай бұрын

When you touched that hot pipe it reminded me of Bill Engvalls routine about "Here's Your Sign!" Said he was selling his car and a guy took it for a test drive. When they finally got back the guy walked to the back of the car and grabbed hold of the tailpipe and said "Dang that's hot!" Bill said see if he was wearing his sign he could have stopped him! LOL😂

@robertswartzwelder8810 Жыл бұрын

Have noticed your exceptional surgery skills with a torch in the past. My dad fixed rusty junk and farm trucks that lived on dirt roads to feed the family when I was a kid. He too used a torch all the time. Love watching a pro burn a 3/8 nut off an exhaust stud and the stud is still useable. Love your channel!

@dgk42 Жыл бұрын

I lived for a few years in the North East (NH) and I realised quickly that rust doesn't worry about the badge on the front, or where a vehicle is made/assembled. It hits all metal very quickly.

@marcowaldschmidt8646 Жыл бұрын

Chris Fix and the soapy water made my day🤣

@declanfarber Жыл бұрын

Yes. Fire is man’s best friend. An inductive heater doesn’t always work, although it’s nice to have.

@1607rosie Жыл бұрын

Buddy you are the master of the cutting torch for automotive use. Even at 68 im still learning a chit load from watching your videos. The only thing I thought about was setting something on fire but probably ready for that anyway! Happy holidays to you and your family

@macklandtube Жыл бұрын

Hands down Eric - you do the best auto repair videos

@bhaebe6671 Жыл бұрын

Eric does very nice work but is a very poor example when NOT using protective gear, or NO seatbelts on his test rides, when thousands of people watch these videos.

@MarkK01 Жыл бұрын

Eric O and vehcor are my 2 favorites. They keep it real.

@MarkK01 Жыл бұрын

@@bhaebe6671 I think the audience that watches Eric's videos are old enough to decide whether they want to wear protective gear. They do not watch Eric because he does not do this or that. I think Eric is one of the best ones that use protective gear.

@erickieffer8440 Жыл бұрын

The idea of working on a car without having a torch available, I like my Victor too, is inconceivable. A mechanic without a torch isn’t serious.

@piggiesshadetreemechanics3657 Жыл бұрын

Eric, wanna really put the haters in a frenzy? SMA WELDING HATS!

@barryfoster8491 Жыл бұрын

I am guessing to say Walker Mufflers are not a sponsor - lol all the best and great video

@autotek7930 Жыл бұрын

Wow that is beat up. I miss working in a shop where I can do exhaust jobs. I recently had to put a piece of pipe on my xj coz some crackhead stole my converter. Welding outside on the dirt in the wind was fun. The burning flesh smell brought back so many memories

@efil4kizum Жыл бұрын

i have some major minor exhaust work to do on an old old Corolla, what do you recommend

@oldoldpilgrim7898 Жыл бұрын

I love it when you call Scotty on Toyotas.

@TheSadham123 Жыл бұрын

i Hate working on my own car after you finish there is nobody to say thank you !! and a thank you goes a long way top channel keep up the good work :)

@davidplaster4576 Жыл бұрын

I had a muffle from Rock Auto that was stainless steel that looked just like that all banged up. I was like "heck no!!" I shipped it back, they shipped another one, and the new one was clean with no dents. I have been using Rock Auto for pretty much anything, great prices, and great service!!

@mikeboring1293 Жыл бұрын

Lol love watching you and as a welder by trade mig sounds nice frying bacon, only got one thing to say please wear some type of glove protection, you make your living with your hands, you wear them when doing mechanical work just saying hot molten metal hurts and can get infected

@dodgerfan1203 9 ай бұрын

Before I ask the question you already have the answer good job.

@tkendr01 8 ай бұрын

Oxyfuel torch for cutting and wire-feed for welding - a perfect combination for automotive work.

@mrbill8542 Жыл бұрын

The old time muffler guys used them to cut the old off then gas welded the new pipes together-came out perfect every time!!

@blockbertus Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for all the videos over all these years. So much entertainment and teaching, all for free. Even if "If I can do it, you can do it." does not always apply to me, I still learned enough to do more home wrenching on my car. I wish you and yours a merry christmas and may your wishes be fulfilled. Again, thanks for everything you do. It is very appreciated. Greetings from Germany!

@penguinbrand Жыл бұрын

I love Tundras. I am on my 4th one. I drove the first one, an '07, for 5 years, 95,000 miles. I changed the tires and the wiper blades and nothing else. I got 60% of what I paid for it after all that time from the dealer! Similar experiences with the '12, '16 and the '19. I was laughing out loud when you explained why we feel the need to touch something 5 seconds after welding it.🤣🤣🤣 I think you're a GREAT welder. Merry Christmas