You've NEVER Seen This! My Cobra Engine Ate A Piece Of METAL & Spilled It's Guts!

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4 ай бұрын

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@DaleDenton 4 ай бұрын

Saturday mornings are the best with LSC!

@floydhaynes8432 4 ай бұрын

I totally agree

@NickWilliams016 4 ай бұрын

Got my breakfast and LSC, kids have cartoons.

@JohnDoe-ot6he 4 ай бұрын

Anytime of day of night 😉

@Rekuzan 4 ай бұрын

If by that you mean it's fun to point and laugh, then I agree!

@revinot 4 ай бұрын

a few things I leanred from Alex watching this, 1.Keep a child like enthusiasm for the cars or things you love. 2.Never give up. 3.Even though you get what you want in life, it doesnt mean it will always be perfect. 4. Small things can lead to big problems. 5. Always think a little out the box. 6. Experience helps, some mechanics would have never thought of, or checked that oilpump bypass valve.

@VintageCR 3 ай бұрын

Don't forget to ignore the recording studio, as they will put random stuff on your plate to throw you off balance. Stay focused!

@2361jsp 3 ай бұрын

😅😮 8:08

@2361jsp 3 ай бұрын

😂😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

@BeratHoliday Ай бұрын

8. No project can be finished without Mercedes Sunroof Lube

@bakzpf 4 ай бұрын

Oil is practically incompressible, so essentially you had an unregulated hydraulic pump. The answer to, "How high will it go?" is: until something breaks. I highly suspect oil filters are specifically engineered to fail before something more expensive fails. Your video captures the essence of, "real mechanic stuff!" Love it!

@b40m60 2 ай бұрын

Yeah... but when the oil filter fails, everything else fails next moment 🤯

@citylineman 4 ай бұрын

What a good lesson for anyone on persistence and using logic to problem solve. And not a single curse when you smashed your hand! Well done! Take note, this guy is a class act.

@eldraino9933 4 ай бұрын

I was working on my 1989 Ford Falcon ((Australia) in my garage - then a friend of my housemate came in and started talking about what I was doing I didn’t like the guy. Then I heard a metallic sound where he was standing and he walked off I didn’t know at the time but he’d either mistakenly or on purpose knocked a large butterfly screw into my intake manifold Later that day I went for a drive and the car on a hard turn started making a horrible sound The butterfly screw had entered the intake port, then into the cylinder onto the piston - it smashed all the valves and cost me 6 weeks wages to fix I knew he’d caused it so when we were having a party during a huge storm I grabbed his car keys and went outside and opened all of his windows and his sunroof It rained all night and when he came out in the morning he was shocked - puddles in the floor of his car Paybacks a bitch 😂

@GlycerinZ 4 ай бұрын

dang was the butterfly screw already loose? If he walked away right after tossin that screw into the intake, i'd say he did it on purpose@@eldraino9933

@Rev.Match.Reviews 4 ай бұрын

My grandpa would always say "if you didn't have bad luck, you'd have no kinda luck at all!" Man alive Alex, youre swimming in the bad luck 😅 let's hope things turn around!

@beezlebub3955 4 ай бұрын

So true, Born under a bad sign by Cream

@FrankyRedEyes 4 ай бұрын

Pat Travers does an excellent cover of Born under a Bad Sign.

@beezlebub3955 4 ай бұрын

@@FrankyRedEyesI’ll check it out 👍

@BlankBillions 4 ай бұрын

Depends on how you look at things, bad luck = good luck content lol

@Rev.Match.Reviews 4 ай бұрын

@@beezlebub3955 didn't know I could hear those words with Eric claptons guitar blessing my ears at the same time. I'll have to check that out!

@Marty-RR 4 ай бұрын

The 4v stroker I just built and dropped on my channel has boundary opg’s and a 8qt pan. On my gauge it stars at 95psi cold then goes down to 25psi when at temp. What you’re seeing there is perfect. After building and working on hundreds of mod engines I’ve never seen a stuck pressure release. Great diagnostic skills buddy 💪.

@johnp.2267 4 ай бұрын

You're one solid guy, fighting the Ford curse and never giving up. There's a lot to be said for that level of dedication. I hope you get everything you want from your projects.

@StratTone 4 ай бұрын

This is a perfect example of good luck and bad luck when working with cars and how being intelligent, patient, and thinking outside the box can save you. Kudos

@davids.watson7342 4 ай бұрын

Probably one of the best episodes of Alex and Max… maybe the best! 😅 Drama, humor, real pro mechanics, oil and cursed engine…

@smokingbishop 4 ай бұрын

Alex, In my opinion, one of your best episodes! Loved how you troubleshot two very weird issues and got them resolved!

@crisad8674 4 ай бұрын

That was an amazing amount of logic, perseverance, luck, and skill! I am thrilled that it all worked out...and now I need a nap!

@chadlipps 3 ай бұрын

Alex is definitely an enthusiastic and positive person. I enjoy watching because of this calm & and positive perspective,especially when dealing with the Murphys law principal. Alex always maintains a great attitude, and his diagnostic skills are 2nd to none! I like the videos for many of the great perceptions and the unwillingness to quit the project! You have a great way of bringing the viewer along with you to finalize the repairs. Thank you!! Chad

@danielpiep1223 4 ай бұрын

I knew you where a master in mechanics but this tops everything, you are a grand master

@nv1493 4 ай бұрын

"I hate this car"..... we've all been with you on that one, brother.

@jeanfrancoismenard705 4 ай бұрын

What a crazy ride on this one. But seriously on a human side that's a great example of patience, passion, and hard work. With that kind of person we build a good world to live ! Good job Alex

@CarswithNash 4 ай бұрын

That looks like a Ford fuel line retainer clip, probably from the factory fuel lines on the other car that engine was out of. So glad you have it mostly all figured out, many would have given up long ago with all the problems this car has given you.

@billlittle8080 4 ай бұрын

Saw that as well - looks like the OEM fuel line retainer clip. I see the current setup is AN fittings.

@dailydrivenrust8557 4 ай бұрын

Or headlights clips

@JACB006 4 ай бұрын

What a rollercoaster video, feel for you Alex. Great job diagnosing and fixing the issues.

@danieledwards1081 4 ай бұрын

You're patience is admirable Alex, I'd have been seriously contemplating my life choices at that point with the filters blowing out, good thing you had that parts engine to run to

@mymail8503 4 ай бұрын

I am happy for you Alex , don't give up you're a PRO!

@pfajai237 4 ай бұрын

If you didn't have these challenges the video wouldn't be a tenth as good! You're knowlege, persistence and trouble shooting thought process is admirable. Well done Alex!

@user-pu4xm1pd6e 4 ай бұрын

Alex. Those are some amazing diagnostic skills you have. I am in total awe. Thanks for yet again showing us what logic, reasoning and perseverance does. Just amazing.

@finster444k 4 ай бұрын

The fact that you know how to repair an internal combustion engine makes you more intelligent than 99% of people who have a College Doctorate degree in front of their name.

@don_huzan 4 ай бұрын

This is a man who has no idea what he is talking about.

@calebdowns9201 4 ай бұрын

I don’t believe it’s a pissing competition. Can’t we just agree he’s very smart and teaches us a lot and we appreciate the hard work his team and he himself put in to bring us that at our fingertips?

@ianthompson3316 4 ай бұрын

Somebody got butthurt they went through a bunch of schooling😂😂

@Marty-RR 4 ай бұрын

I’ll agree but these four valves we build are also a different animal. The stroker I just built is a pain.

@dannyr3346 3 ай бұрын

Ummmm yea no

@JRs-Garage 4 ай бұрын

As always great rescue Alex! And the Mercedes sunroof grease 😂😂👍🏻I love it ! Can’t have a video without it !

@garagenerd1951 4 ай бұрын

Another great video man! I feel your pain so much when it comes to fixing one problem then having another completely unrelated problem come up! Perseverance!!

@AFatOcelot 4 ай бұрын

Idk if its just me, but this channel has had kind of a sad or kinda off vibe the past few months? Maybe its just me!!!! Just sayin hope all is well Alex!!! :)

@juangonzales0710 4 ай бұрын

Nah man it’s just the life of being a mechanic there’s up”s and a whole lot of downs especially when it comes to performance stuff but I hope all is well with Alex too!!🤟🏻

@MM_in_Havasu 4 ай бұрын

Great work getting all those imposing problems sorted out OK! Thanks for a good comprehensive video, Alex!

@salty_dabs3565 4 ай бұрын

😂when you said you feel like someone's messing with you, i was thinking Peter 😅. Miss that guy. Keep up the work Alex

@mikesmilkstein7763 4 ай бұрын

That was one of the best videos yet! You really did give us a rollercoaster ride of how it actually really is as an auto mechanic dealing with weird problems like this! I was glued to the screen with this one!

@_RicksGarage 4 ай бұрын

As stressful as this probably was for you it provided some great viewing content which is what your channel is all about. Excellent work, Sir, keep it coming 👍🏼👍🏼

@gertsouverijns7865 4 ай бұрын

Great video! Sitting on front row of you diagnosing and solving issues! Thank you for this great content!

@paularietta6744 4 ай бұрын

Absolutely amazing! I am always so impressed with your incredible mechanical knowledge but even more impressive is your never give up attitude. Love this channel.

@robertcrowther1547 4 ай бұрын

You are a great analyst and mechanic. The problems that you were having and the excitement generating new issues were enough to discourage the best of us. Amazing job and I am excited for the next video.

@ThaShaydeeSaint 4 ай бұрын

Love your channel been watching it awhile. Most other channels I try to watch come off as youtubers and not car guys. You are a true car guy man. I look forward to a new video by you more than any other channel on KZfaq.

@OB928 4 ай бұрын

Good to see you stay motivated and get to the bottom of any issues that come up.

@GeoffInfield 4 ай бұрын

Huge relief ! So happy you sorted it 🤗

@osinue 4 ай бұрын

This is why I love your videos they are true and not filled with nonsense. I feel your frustration and pain Alex. Keep it up man by far best true car channel. Love it.

@EFFEZE 3 ай бұрын

Beeeeennnnnnffffffffffffffffff mate

@bobmanzi7712 4 ай бұрын

I'm always amazed at the amount of knowledge you have. I have faith that you will get it all Worked out. Great stuff, thanks.

@nates2243 4 ай бұрын

Alex, this episode was excellent. You are an amazing technician and that was proven by this video. You faced some crazy stressful challenges and the way you kept your composure and thought through things with a level head is what makes you so good. As always, keep it up and can’t wait for more.

@stuartround 4 ай бұрын

Alex, you're a true fighter. What a great lesson in not giving up, or giving in to despair. Or should I say, another great lesson, since this is not the first time. Congrats on your progress with this car.

@2003cobramustang 4 ай бұрын

Alex the patience you have with this cobra is incredible. Your the best i hope you can get it running right and shifting i have faith in you. So happy for you Alex sounds amazing!

@phish32786 4 ай бұрын

Alex, your troubleshooting abilities never cease to amaze me. Amazing work on this one! Can't wait to see it cleaned up!

@michiganporter 4 ай бұрын

What a cool gig to work on your dream cars and have thousands of fans cheering you on! Nice work Alex and co!

@jeffv968 3 ай бұрын

I just love your channel, watching brings me so much joy , the struggles, the victories, all the same things that we all go through, bless you brother, you show us all how to do it, Thank you!!!

@donaldphillips2648 4 ай бұрын

Your vids are so very good and informative and your never say die mantra serves you so well especially when you encounter problems that never come up for anyone else. Keep ‘em coming!!

@Jason_Shelby77 4 ай бұрын

It’s 8pm central time, because I’ve been in the shop all day working, brakes on the daughter’s car, and getting ready to install a new motor in my dump truck. Just now sitting down for a few minutes.

@user-ni8hq2uv4u 4 ай бұрын

If I ever find myself losing my patience or losing my temper,I will remember this episode and practice self control. That was quite the episode. You are a real pro. Thanks for giving us such a good thing to look forward to and learn from.

@mivact 4 ай бұрын

Something similar some years ago way out in the country in the middle of the night. The engine started to sound labored and I noticed the oil gauge was way beyond max of 100. A quick shutdown and after a pause a tentative restart and it was back to normal. A cautious long drive home and, the next morning found signs of a previously stuck oil relief valve complete with a tiny bit of grit. Be pleased it happened to you in the workshop and not on a dark country road.

@Yamaha2016...R1 4 ай бұрын

You've got to be one of the best mechanics.! If I was in Chicago I would definitely go to you and ask any questions I would have cuz you're very knowledgeable you're a great guy couldn't say enough great things about you Alex keep up the great videos your phenomenal to watch appreciate all your knowledge and you sharing everything with us......

@redtesta 4 ай бұрын

i totally remember that mustang back in the day and the article. Nostalgia . You're trouble shooting and finding the smallest thing that can be an issues is unmatched. You never really need to bring anyone in unlike some others on youtube which have full teams if they need them. Respect.

@JV220 4 ай бұрын

No doubt, but let's get some more OJ on the channel

@user-gt5wv7tp6b 4 ай бұрын

Great work Alex , I love that you work through every issue ,which would do most peoples head in .👍👍😁

@two38382 4 ай бұрын

You have awesome patience in dealing with all the setbacks. I have been a mechanic at a Volvo dealership for 16 years. Every day is like a box of chocolates. You never know what your going to get. It definitely keeps things interesting. I'm a G.M. guy at heart. Great Job Alex. You are the man. I look forward to L.S.C. every Saturday morning.

@NapFloridian 3 ай бұрын

You can apply that to tech jobs too, I am working for over 30 years in IT, for the last 16+ for a big tech company. We have people calling engineering and you never know what hits you. It keeps you on your toes for sure.

@volourondonut74 4 ай бұрын

Solid work my dude. I truly enjoy your videos, always insightful, always learning. Keep on rocken👍😎.

@carlsing1190 4 ай бұрын

Glad to see this thing running finally. Really looking forward to the detail video and payoff of a trouble free drive.

@bryanconner6112 3 ай бұрын

your knowledge is incredible and I've learned so much from your channel Alex. Amazing as always!

@silverlbc3342 4 ай бұрын

What a roller coaster of emotions ! Great video as usual, congrats Alex !!! Big thumbs up from France

@bgee461 4 ай бұрын

Incredible troubleshooting and problem solving. Really great job Alex.

@RandomActsofGibberish 4 ай бұрын

What an episode! Normally, I get to your eps on Sunday morning here in Australia, but I was only able to get to this episode today, which is Monday, local time. I probably would have lost my mind and set the thing alight. You're a more patient man than me, Alex.

@roberto3420 4 ай бұрын

Very interesting episode, some of the car youtubers over there have no idea about fixing cars mechanically and that's is what I like from this channel. Finally the Cobra is Live!

@trevorleonard7069 4 ай бұрын

It’s 3/4/24 06:31am here for me. Just got home from work, enjoying my “Friday” morning eating breakfast while watching this great video 😎

@thomasmclehaney6089 4 ай бұрын

Great show Alex, this is one of your best. I really enjoy your work and keep it up.

@gerritfitness2111 4 ай бұрын

I am so happy for you! Good luck on your transmission issue and your dyno run. Such a neat car. And the rims!!! ❤

@mattchapple4101 4 ай бұрын

Hi Alex what a roller coaster. So glad that clip didn't destroy your engine and great to see you get some good luck.

@shaun6562 4 ай бұрын

New viewer here. Your persistence is amazing man. Love watching your videos. Giving up is not an option for you. Great stuff! Look forward to your next video!

@runningon-dinosaurs1569 4 ай бұрын

The bet the guy who had that engine in his shop is still looking for that clip!

@pauladolf3692 4 ай бұрын

Pretty bizarre foreign body you found there! Your scope paid for itself on this fix alone. Kudos for having at least 2 redundancies for securing that clip from falling into the cylinder! As a vet, I find it's always fun, but can be nerve-wracking, to open up a dog to see what strange thing(s) it ate that have obstructed its bowel. Same process for both of us: diagnose it, find it, get it out of there and puts things back together. Great video, Alex!

@andrewjackson8401 4 ай бұрын

Good job alex and thanks for not giving up like most people would have done. Awsome video!!!!!

@RenewUrMindEnt 4 ай бұрын

Wow, what a day. I'm glad you sorted it out in the end. Keep up the good work. Cheers 🍻

@jay7264 4 ай бұрын

Love the feeling of relief and victory at the same time. Im glad it worked out for you

@albanutz 4 ай бұрын

Ive said the exact same thing at some point in my hobby/ career with cars. "AM I BEING PUNKED" or "God are you testing me?" Your perseverance is admirable. Thankyou

@Jgrace-hu6xn 4 ай бұрын

This is the pure definition of a true mechanic very inspiring

@AC_metro 4 ай бұрын

Amazing! Best automotive channel bar none!

@TenheadLife 4 ай бұрын

Great problem solving man! Loved it

@rescuehoundemtd 4 ай бұрын

Alex. Your tenaciousness is inspiring.

@motojumble9385 4 ай бұрын

Amazing work. What a find, and what a save !

@iamkoekwous 4 ай бұрын

watching on 4 March 19:58 from the Netherlands, and your quick bolt removal always put a smile on my face :)

@KevinStull 4 ай бұрын

Alex, we LOVE your content! Thank you for never giving up!

@reinegreen4111 4 ай бұрын

Hello. You asked in the video where we live. I live 40 km north of Stockholm in Sweden. (You know, the Volvo country) I'm definitely a car guy on about the same level as you, but you're better at the car's electricity. I'm a bit like you in some ways. I have the same kind of feeling when something goes well, or badly. I feel when you are happy and everything is working as it should. You are talented and humble and tell stories in a good way. You are my favorite on youtube right now. 👍👍👍

@dieseldog289 4 ай бұрын

Alex!! How you keep the motivation to do these things amazes me!! Well done

@alexholt4148 4 ай бұрын

Love this show! Best line at the end "may have a bad transmission but at this point I just don't care"! Haha ❤

@NapFloridian 3 ай бұрын

Its a Ford, Clutch, Transmission, is standard to break... I had a Mustang once (way back when) and sold it, never to look back.

@NismoPWNS 4 ай бұрын

Your diagnostic skills are insane, I learn so much from these videos

@davidparise4517 4 ай бұрын

I sure learned a lot by watching you wrench on these cars! Thanks so much Alex. I have a 2001 Roush Stage 3 that is a blast. 32,562 original miles on the clock.

@rbiamby 4 ай бұрын

Great video, I feel your pain, happy that you solved the issue.

@jeffreyacton3373 4 ай бұрын

Nice job Alex way to stick with it can't wait to see this car fully sorted out you rock

@Cougracer67 3 ай бұрын

As a side note, that slick funnel you're using to fill the cooling system does not work at high altitude! At sea level water boils at 212 deg. while a t-stat usually opens around 195-205 deg. so any air is simply purged. But at say, 7,000-7500 ft., water boils around 198 deg. So it can boil before the t-stat opens. Believe me, it makes a big mess!

@buster8295 4 ай бұрын

Outstanding diagnostic and repair effort, Alex. Honestly, the amazing sh*t you come across wrenching on old cars, huh? You da man!!!

@Texasknowhow 4 ай бұрын

Wow.... just wow.... I've never seen two totally unrelated issues like that just pop up after already doing the driving you did. Nuts! Good job handling them, that less stiff spring will yield a lower overall pressure as you know, but those pressures looked fine. Glad you sorted all this out and took us along Alex. Another awesome video. Oh, I'm watching at 10:30 pm Texas time on Monday night after work and wrenching on my own vehicles first.... was tied up all weekend so was ready to watch this episode tonight. That car does sound nice... take us through the exhaust setup in the next video please. ;) - Take care, Clay

@Hectoriousz 4 ай бұрын

This was the most emotional mouth open while watching episode I’ve seen in a while! Holding my breath and glad everything worked out!

@moronmoronsports2707 4 ай бұрын

Funny you mentioned sleeping. I’m sitting up holding my newborn at 5:46 am so the wife can get some sleep watching you with subtitles😂

@OddBaptistProduction 4 ай бұрын

Loved this episode! Amazing how crazy fixing cars can be. Thx for showing us real world mechanic life……especially Ford life! Haha

@pauldwyer6939 4 ай бұрын

Watching your video at 2am right now just like you guessed and can’t sleep wish I could but insomnia gets the best of me a lot of the time… Best of luck on the rest of your builds because you helped me with mine and gave me tips that made my car be able to run and drive again now I actually have a means of transportation again! Really appreciate you…

@rubencruz2486 4 ай бұрын

one heck of a roller coaster ride. great content!!

@deanoscott 4 ай бұрын

Is it wrong i enjoyed this episode despite alex's pain? I love the tech explaining on this channel. Most channels just tell you what they plan to do then show you when its done. Gets boring after a while. Alex takes you along for the ride and i love it.

@cobratrick96 4 ай бұрын

Love it! Great video and great ending!

@rockbiterhd 4 ай бұрын

That was fantastic watching you sort out those issues very smart man and not one tool thrown haha enjoy

@candlesstaylit3964 4 ай бұрын

I love how you pushed that cleaner stuff and said something about the chemicals of brake cleaner. Then like a real car guy you proceed to spray the bajesus out of the intake, makes me proud 👏 🥹

@hateju 4 ай бұрын

Really revealing video. I'm not the only one that have those kind of things happening All the time🙏 good work with that Alex👌

@g6et_wrx177 4 ай бұрын

Amazing work Alex!

@richardroy6914 4 ай бұрын

Hi Alex. You are so awesome. I’ve watched all your videos since you almost started and now it’s a ritual for me. Every Sunday morning I make myself a cup of coffee and watch your video. You’re the best mister. I wish I can visit you someday. Take care body.