Out of Service! Sideways Steering! Nissan Pathfinder 3.3 VG33E kzfaq.info/get/bejne/o6eIZ5ukrp3DdX0.html

Wife unit seems to enjoy her time around the shop and be supportive of your endeavors. Congratulations, you've got a really good wife unit.

Fun Fact: I spent a year working at Uh-Oh Zone back in the day & Dorman actually started out manufacturing little replacement parts that no one else did in their help section. Body and chassis bushings and bearings, body clips, just about anything made out of rubber that wasn't usually available as just a replacement, not to mention all of the OEM hardware the dealer no longer carries in stock. This is why when they graduated to doing bigger stuff, they would include all the stuff no one else even thinks about because that's they came from! Say what you will about Dorman, but they know what's up when it comes to all the annoying little $hit you run into turning wrenches! 😃😃😃

Many months later,and self-employed shop, you still keep your site mechanics stuff only. Thanks for keeping politics and personal opinions out of the conversation. Your videos don't get old. Your work and ethics keep us tuned in.

What makes me think Ray is so much better off now than he was in those other shops is in just 1 thing he does..."ANOTHER !!!" and throws the brake cleaner can...lol. Never saw him do that until he got on his own. It's like a 180 turn around for Ray and his fun factor which has gone up by 1000%. And that's why I think Ray is in his element perfectly. Take care. ps....but I still miss the DOODLE EE DOOS

Good morning Ray and Wifeunit. 👋🏼👋🏼 It’s going to be a very good day. Watching Ray whilst I have cricket on in the background.

That had to be the easiest rack to get to that I have seen you replace!👌👌

IIRC from the previous episode on this car, there was some suspicion that the power steering pump was leaking too. One reeee item---I would have added new sway bar bushing to the quote, they're usually pretty cheap and given that they were also oil soaked like the rack bushings, changing them out could be justified. LOL @ 23:00 you did replace them--thumbs up.😎 In the past one could have sold the power steering flexible hoses as a precautionary measure, but these days with the garbage-level quality of replacement parts, unless they are actively leaking, I think it was wise to keep the OEMs even though they are 20+ years old.

Always nice to see Lauren. Dorman may "have the things no one else does", but the quality of those "things' is questionable.

Good morning Ray ,Troy ,and to the wife unit. Cup of of Joe ,and Rain man good start for the day . 👍🇺🇸✌

I love how you get mad at the empty brake cleaner cans and throw them , I laugh at that every time lol

I think many DIY viewers would like to see how you prepared for the oversized bolt in the steering rack clamp. I see some viewers missed your edit where you noted same. Nice presentation! This is something that many DIY'ers and newer techs will face.

I had to have a giggle when Ray found his southern drawl for a moment before returning to his usual much less heavily accented speech.

Thank you Ray! It is awesome to see you and caster Troy at work! 😁😁😁

It is almost 4:50 AM Central time and there is a video that was put up 3 minutes ago! And it already has several comments! Wow!

When you said "Darling, will you hand me the little red gun", I thought for a moment you were speaking to Troy 😉

Ridgid for the win... Lol. I bought one after seeing yours and it's a brute for sure

Been there done that repair more than once on my 96. When u change oil filter it dumps right on that dr side bushing. Some after market bushings are on the loose side too. I used dealer bushes finally. I do a mucho off roading so harder on them. Love your blow by blow narration Ray. Thanks

Nice job done Ray much appreciated cheers Declan from Galway Ireland 👍👍🙏

146th! GOOD MORNING RAY AND THE WIFE UNIT! But don’t forget the two new employees! Roger in Pierre South Dakota

Rainman Ray's Repairs.. Another awesome video brother. Looks like an easy rack to do.

Wow 😍 new Rigid impact wrench

Mornin' from Texas!

i caught myself yesterday making the powering down sound, when shutting down my car 🤣🤣

Morgan Wallen's Sand in My Boots is apparently now the official background music. This is like the 3rd video in a row I heard it, lol. Not that I'm complaining. I like the song.

The Best wife unit handing you tool video yet 😎

And that is why I’ve just replaced my steering rack bushes with polyurethane. The steering is perfect again! 😎

I love your early morning vids!! Keep up the good work!!!

Good video as always Pretty easy Steering rack replacement on these old pathfinders @Rainman Ray's Repairs

Glad you're doing it instead of me. Good job.

When are we going to see you teach the Wife Unit more?

"what is problem" its the country music soon as the compressor drowned it out you were able to function correctly... lol need more 90's rock

You people from Florida sure do talk funny.

This is why I flush the power steering fluid every 50,000 miles. The dirty fluid under high pressure accelerated the wear of the pump, lines and rack.

Please do an update video on the Monte Carlo. That is going to be a sweet ride when finished.

I appreciate you double weilding the brakleen

Great Video, thanks for sharing!

My opinion on Dorman is. If I can't find anything else. Then it is Dorman. Was expecting to at least to flush lines with air. To try to get rid of as much of the old oil as possible.

Ray, did you really say you knew the rack wasn't leaking because it was new? How many times have you told us that new doesn't always mean good or working? I am shocked! Shocked I say! LOL. Great video as always. I do have a question for you though: when you were looking for another mechanic, did you ever think about bringing on Peter from the previous place?

Its so wholesome every time I hear "Wife Unit". Love your work.

great job Ray your a bloody beauty mate as we say in Aussie

‘That being said….it’s just Florida weather’ priceless 😅😅

I learned a valuable lesson about replacing a rack, make sure it is centered before installing or you may not be able to bring it into alignment.

I was wondering when the brake clean was making an entrance. 😂😂

"Everything slides better with lubricant"..................... Sorry, but that had me in stitches of laughter so much I had to pause the damn video!!

Holy crap that's a lot of brake cleaner. Looks like you guys can still use the chlorinated version in Florida. I don't miss the strong smell, but it cleaned way better than the non-chlorinated crap we get in Cali.

I aleays enjoy your videos and learn so much.

Blew seals. There is a joke in there.

The Customers are so lucky you clean up with Brake Clean

Ray needs a CRC sponsorship

Welcoming back!

"the whining pumps "was a band in the 90s

Good to see you wearing gloves for a change. Thumbs up.

Still no 4 non blondes, starting to think Ray is playing with me. Morgan Wallen is back today. So that's good. Thank you for the video Ray...

So break clean fixes everything!!

I'll bet Wifeunit doesn't pick up any empty brake cleaner cans Ray.

Rainmam be careful of the clock spring. And Dorman rules 👍

"My brain's not braining" made me almost spit out my coffee 😂

Vacation did you some good, you sound enthusiastic.

You need to include some "Tips & Tricks" videos. I used to work with an old mechanic who made some of his own tools to do some jobs.

I was starting to get brake cleaner withdrawal. The last few videos didn't have a need for it. I'm glad we're making things shiny again. 😁

Another successful repair. 😀

Wife unit is to good to you Ray defo a forever keeper

I'd have to soak the steering gear in degreaser and pressure wash it before starting. Ray's shop floor would drive me nuts.

I see Troy working on a long term project on that burgundy car

How did you get a beautiful girl when you are just a mechanic 😂? My wife and I have been married for 56 years and I was just a army guy and I even went to Vietnam 6 weeks after we got married. So take great care of her and love her more everyday ❤

I have that exact rigid impact, absolute beast.

Amazing clarity, focus from the camera your using!

YAY!!!! BC Sounds!!! Good job Ray! Cheers Brother!!🍻

You make it look easy.

And Yes, were glad to be here : )

thankyou Ray,another enjoyable repair,,👍👍

I love it the cans of brake cleaner I am wanting for 4 cans at a time 😂

Never gets old tossing the break clean can! ANOTHER!!!

I actually tuned in specifically for the "Good Day to You"... and I was missing it. Thanks for remembering! :D

Goin' with the name brand nice 'n shiny, moving up in the world!

Hi ray don't mind me saying but why don't you get a washing machine in your garage to wash all off you oily rags let as now and I like watching you it makes my day as I use to be a car mechanic but now I am disabled.

That split in the steering gear coupler is there for a reason so you can drive a chisel in it and separate it so you can remove it with ease

Hi Ray, Good point on the Doorman Products. I reaaly like their stuff. Most if not all the transmission pans come with a drain plug and a decent gasket.

great job my friend, all the way from MICHIGAN

Brilliant video. Looking forward to more on the car.

Glad you're back from vacation too bad it could have been longer it looked like you were having fun though

Thanks for making my day by making sure the job was NICE AND SHINY

I remember back in the day working at GM dealership we used rebuild them when under warranty

Fascinating display of knowhow and memory ! One question : what about the Subaru ? Any news? Sorry for such silly comments but afterall I'm a M.D. , specializing in Oral surgery .

Loved the weather part. When I see a tornado drop I just record it. 😅

Good morning Ray. Full steam ahead Captain. Words!

Ray, you need to master the "Do What I Mean, Not What I Say" command. It will really help you in life.

I like that your videos are long enough to show all that you do and all the care you take. I would love to work in a shop like that. 👍

That doesn’t make dorman parts better though. That just makes them the only option. Quite the difference lol dorman are still crap compared to oem parts WHEN available it’s still better to use the oem parts on a lot of things i.e. anything electrical or sensor related is a must. Learned that by experience unfortunately lol good stuff otherwise. Your shop is growing. Good for you and the fam!!! You most certainly made the right decision to start the shop!! God bless~ PS: ALWAYS 4 non blondes forever playin. The shop soundtrack!!!

Thanks again Ray and family ❤️

Hello Ray, I like the vacation videos, and the new intro!

@RainmanRayRepairs ..your mind is still in "vacation mode" Ray...with the word association biz..lol. always a good video.. cant wait for you to post on the other lift install and garage door... when should we expect that vid?

My 98 pathfinder had the same problem when I bought it, guess it’s a common occurrence

HEY YAY , no more Complaining about needing a new Rigid impact 😂 yippe lol

🎵 " ... When words get in the way..." 🎵. Appropriately... Miami Sound Machine. 😉

Glad to be here 😂

Like the clean up as the job progress, another great video .

Ray, I love how you clean as you go, getting rid of sludge etc even when it doesn't affect the repair. I've lost more time than I care to admit removing crud from parts and bolts because it has to go back together CLEAN. Like, I keep a set of dental picks in the garage 😂

One is fortunate these days if copper crush washers for banjo fittings are actually included with new parts that require them (cost savings, of course !!!). Last year I had to obtain 4 crush washers separately to install two new flexible brake hoses for my 1988 Mazda truck.