Hello, So i was searching on KZbin about coolant leakage and found your video and realised that the water pump could actually leak(did not know it happened :), i have a 1998 honda civic that is just disappearing coolant, i check the radiator and coolant reservoir and coolant level goes down in a short amount of time but no crack/leak on the pipes or the radiator, and also no head gasket leak as there are no bubbles seen from the radiator cap and mo smoke from exhaust. So i wanted to ask you, can a water pump coolant leak can easily be identified or do i have to pressure test it? where should i be looking for a coolant leak since there is a timing cover on top of the water pump?
@HomeownerDIY4 күн бұрын
Thanks for your question, when you take off the timing covers, if you see coolant on the inside of the cover, l am going to assume its the water pump leaking. I would start with the covers,mirror and flash light before doing a pressure test. I dont think there is any other part of the cooling system on this side of the block other than the water pump. Please let me know if you need any more help.
@talhaikram91913 күн бұрын
@@HomeownerDIY just one more question, Does the lower timing cover come off separately or do I have to do the whole process of taking of the valve cover, upper timing cover and then the lower timing cover? I very much appreciate you replying to my questions btw
@HomeownerDIY3 күн бұрын
@@talhaikram9191 There are 2 covers,upper and lower. Upper needs to come off first before you can take off the lower.
@talhaikram91913 күн бұрын
@@HomeownerDIY that's what I thought, thanks
@blal261104 күн бұрын
Is it possible to side mount the mounting brackets? I've got a stone countertop and I'm having trouble figuring it out, I don't see slots for it
@HomeownerDIY4 күн бұрын
Thanks for your question,instructions says yes you can go through the sides. Have you tried to use PL construction adhesive to glue pieces of plywood to the underside of the countertop? This was a very common method used in construction for undermount sinks.
@Omnival12265 күн бұрын
my 99 civic has yellow coolant is that normal?
@HomeownerDIY5 күн бұрын
Thanks for your question, l have never seen yellow coolant. How long have you had the car? Do you know if its been mixed with something else?
@Omnival12265 күн бұрын
@@HomeownerDIY haha i just bought the car and also another person online on a popular KZbin channel put yellow coolant as well
@HomeownerDIY5 күн бұрын
@@Omnival1226 Honda says to use their coolant. I used green for the longest time. Online it says yellow/green doesnt matter. I guess you can roll the dice but thats up to you.
@Omnival12265 күн бұрын
@@HomeownerDIY if yellows in it already i guess i shall roll the dice my friend thank you for the replys!!!
@phillyfathead11 күн бұрын
You just saved them a ton of money from a loss !
@slatsgrobneck751511 күн бұрын
Great Stuff! I just did mine and was hoping to find out how to attach the front trim piece below the door.
@HomeownerDIY11 күн бұрын
I believe you are refering to the bottom trim plate. This plate has 2 screws that fit into slots to hold it on on the ends. The screws are either 2 phillips or plastic slot screws. Check out this video at the 3:57 mark, you will see the slot on the left side. Please let me know if you still need help #QTOW# Leaking dishwasher drain repair m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/fpSYgGOlnM6dZ8U
@slatsgrobneck751511 күн бұрын
@@HomeownerDIY Bingo! Got it - thx
@stewpid121513 күн бұрын
In the same situation. Is the flex coupling code compliant?(Canada)
@HomeownerDIY13 күн бұрын
Thanks for your question, yes in a drainage system it is. If you have to replace a section of piping under ground, a fernco(flexcoupling) is the only way to do it without any play. Hubs like pvc/abs need some play for glueing. I put he flexcoupling on the vent since it would only ever see rain water going down it. Hope that helps.
@guns4merica42914 күн бұрын
Open your mouth when you talk bro. Let the words travel through your teeth I can’t hear shit
@luev223818 күн бұрын
I have a 1997 Honda civic and it drive and very thing but I doesn’t go past 3.5 rpms it starts acting weird and I gotta wait into it goes to a new gear
@HomeownerDIY18 күн бұрын
Thanks for your comment, are you asking why this is happening?
@luev223818 күн бұрын
@@HomeownerDIY yes , I think it would be the distributor cap and rotor but not sure
@HomeownerDIY18 күн бұрын
Its not the distributor cap/rotor. The distributor is run off the cam shaft. Its more than likely an electrical problem,either the ECU or one of the sensors is giving the wrong info to the ECU.
@bachakhan260123 күн бұрын
Thanks
@djnatl24 күн бұрын
Sure would be nice if GM was smart enough to add a drain plug, so that it can be drained before you take the pan off
@HomeownerDIY24 күн бұрын
Thanks for your comment, yes you would think a drain plug would be common sense. I think its a way to discourage people from trying to do it themselves.
@andresosa983724 күн бұрын
What solder wire do you use to solder copper to brass?
@HomeownerDIY24 күн бұрын
Thanks for your question, are you talking potable water or drainage?
@pacosmith125024 күн бұрын
I am installing a similar Samsung dishwasher and It appears the dishwasher controls on this model are on top of the door. If I push it into the cabinet so that the rubber seals along the left and right sides are even with the cabinet front, then the controls are hidden under the counter top. Is this normal? If I pull it out so that the controls on top of the door are showing then the seals are close to 1" in front of the cabinet front! Is this normal and are the controls supposed to be operated while the door is open and then shut?
@HomeownerDIY24 күн бұрын
Thanks for your question, is there enough room for your fingers to operate the buttons with door closed when the unit is pushed back?
@user-bb6hx4ko5i25 күн бұрын
thanks for video. very helpful!
@jacure12327 күн бұрын
Thank you. Im putting mine in tomorrow.
@HomeownerDIY27 күн бұрын
Good luck sir!! If you have any questions dont hesitate to ask!
@Steve.Garrison28 күн бұрын
I'm thinking my coil is bad on my 2000 civic ex. Crank - no start. Got her towed home and fuel pump relay clicks when key is turned, and fuel pump runs. Very weak spark from right end cylinder - will have to check properly again using a spark plug on all 4 plug wires. I had just gotten it rolling smooth again with new front wheel bearings, and new radiator last summer - now this. I'll tell you what, when it rains it pours! Thanks for making this video, it helps a lot!
@HomeownerDIY28 күн бұрын
Thanks for your comment, if you have a weak spark it sounds like the coil as it changes battery voltage to 50,000 volts for the spark to occur. If you have any questions, please dont hesitate to ask!
@briancrandall160128 күн бұрын
I had the same problem after adding a prv. The water services have check valves before the meters which makes it a closed system. A expansion tank was added after the prv and inflated to match the water pressure and it fixed the leaking t&p valve.
@HomeownerDIY28 күн бұрын
Thanks for the comment, there is an expansion tank above the water heater but it was so poorly done that it wasnt doing anything. Stay tuned for that video.
@armandomadrigal9793Ай бұрын
shouldnt it be 2" for a shower trap
@HomeownerDIY26 күн бұрын
Thanks for your question, by our local code 1 shower head requires minimum pipe size 1.5". So this drain is fine based on our code here.
@iMatti00Ай бұрын
Do you not have a water meter that they checked to see how much water you have used?
@HomeownerDIYАй бұрын
Thanks for your question, water meters are being brought in now. When l filmed this video the water box l showed didnt have a meter. Last year they upgraded the sewer and watermain putting in a meter box. No meter is in yet but it will be coming. This house is older, so unless they are doing work to dig every house up at the sametime, the cost is too much just to put in a meter for every house. Hope that helps.
@christophermosier3754Ай бұрын
Just did this today on our 2016 Murano
@HomeownerDIYАй бұрын
Did everything work out for you?
@mace288270Ай бұрын
Definitely not a professional tip. Please delete this and use a spacer with silicone. Thanks.
@HomeownerDIYАй бұрын
Not a professional tip? Of course not, its a DIY channel. Should l break into the guys house to do your idea of a professional repair?
@user-nd8rv4dz1cАй бұрын
Good
@phillyfatheadАй бұрын
Sound wisdom!!
@markks2321Ай бұрын
I think you wasted your time, should have just replaced the roof, at least that section?
@HomeownerDIYАй бұрын
Thanks for your comment, do you know how big this section is? It can 20 feet long. If this was much more labour intensive, l would of considered replacing the section.
@SyzygyDАй бұрын
My first big problem was a pin in the right angle trigger switch fell out. Where in the grass, who know? Lucky, I found someone with the same model on kijiji with dying issues. Tried to switch out the switch assembly but between the corrosion and the special screws, I ended up swapping out the whole fork assembly. (Getting the switch replacement, hoo boy, scarce) Now, having hit things in the past and taller grass, I’ve sent off via Amazon for the fan by the blade (one fin broken) and the insulator that clips the blade, the edges having worn from stress and impact. Parts two weeks to arrival. Really think I should have maybe just got a replacement mower.
@HomeownerDIYАй бұрын
Thanks for your comment, if you went through that much it sounds like a new mower would been easier hahaha!! Its part of learning. The parts for the mower arent expensive but how much time and effort is needed? Take the experience and apply it to the next job!
@IsaacHernandez-rb3nwАй бұрын
This is perfect. Thank you. I just bought a table saw. It worked at the guys garage, then stopped working when i got it home. Gonna try this troubleshooting.
@HomeownerDIYАй бұрын
If you have any questions please let me know. Also, the switch maybe full of sawdust that is why it could be not making contact. You can try taking the switch apart before buying a new one.
@jeffhurt2799Ай бұрын
Probably one of the best KZbin videos I've ever seen produced on car maintenance. The step by step descriptions including parts needed, tools needed and the quality of the video and narrative is excellent! Bravo! I wish all the KZbin videos were this good.
@phillyfatheadАй бұрын
Good job brother!
@robertbuck7186Ай бұрын
I am so glad you showed the you can change the coil out without having to undo the troublesome connector ...were on the same page with not breaking that darn connector.. in attempting to take it apart to service the outer and inner seals on the distributor and replace the heater core hose... I found my connector frozen to the mounting bracket and stuck together as well.. The heater core hose was leaking due to motor oil dripping on it and wearing out the rubber hose from the leaky distributor o ring seal (S)... I could not dismantle the distributor and rebuild it on the bench nor buy a new one and replace it... So I only replaced the outer seal...now I am wondering why the heck did honda put a coolant outlet underneath the distributor where it could possibly leak oil as well as spring a leak in the coolant hose and cause terrible humidity and even coolant spring a leak around where the distributor and wires are... I do not know....but all in all these are great cars you can get a whole lot of miles out of them if you take care of them....
@HomeownerDIYАй бұрын
Happy my video helped you!!
@rcpmac2 ай бұрын
Thank you! Very clear and helpful. My rectifier is bad. Now to find a replacement.
@HomeownerDIY2 ай бұрын
eReplacement parts is where l get parts for my mower from.
@phillyfathead2 ай бұрын
Great troubleshooting!
@joshnlevinson2 ай бұрын
Thank you for this super helpful tutorial! I have the same dryer. Do you know what the part number is for the thermal fuse? That seems to be the issue with mine.
@HomeownerDIY2 ай бұрын
Thanks for your question, the part shown in the video was like $40 Canadian. I would suggest buying the element with fuse. That way when the element goes you have it on hand. For $40 for the element+fuse, it makes no sense not to just buy the whole and save the extra parts for later on. This is the second time on this unit the element had to be changed in like 5 years. Hope that helps.
@joshnlevinson2 ай бұрын
@@HomeownerDIY thanks for the response. What are the specific part numbers? I can't find anything online that matches this dryer model. All I'm finding is an assembly for Samsung dryers (DC97-14486A). But I can't confirm if that will in fact work with my Kenmore dryer. Also, that assembly seems to come with different components depending on what vendor you get it from on Amazon (e.g. in some cases the fuses have different part numbers).
@HomeownerDIY2 ай бұрын
The thermal fuse part number: 3977393 As per amazon.ca where the part was bought from.
@joshnlevinson2 ай бұрын
@@HomeownerDIY thanks!
@DKNguyen3.14152 ай бұрын
Too many shitty plastic hose and tubing cutters now. Especially hose cutters. They are ALL plastic now and used to be metal. Identical mold form multiple brands just like your typical adjustable wrench now. Before production got moved both had varying designs since each brand made its own.
@HomeownerDIY2 ай бұрын
Thanks for your comment, l think the plastic ones are designed to break. I have had Ridgid, Bow cutters, expensive and they didnt last very long. The Rok that l have is a low end brand that has actually lasted the longest. Just dont cut on the barb of the fitting!!
@phillyfathead2 ай бұрын
Well done!
@Spiritgumm2 ай бұрын
Old B&D mower was working normally, suddenly stopped. I checked the rectifer with switch on, power seems to be going thru it. There's about half-inch left on the brushes and wires are firmly attached. Is that enough wear to cause a stoppage? I've read elsewhere that worn brushes will cause intermittent running issues at first.
@HomeownerDIY2 ай бұрын
Thanks for you question, a half inch l think is fine, do you notice any burn marks or pitting where the brushes and commutator meet? Is there a lot of debris in the mower that can cause the brushes to make intermittent contact?
@Spiritgumm2 ай бұрын
@@HomeownerDIY The ends were abit black and curved, but no pitting. When I removed the hood over the motor area, I was surprised to see so much leaves/grass packed in there, but the motor itself looked okay, just a couple small cobwebs that weren't big enough to stop anything. The motor turns freely with the blade. Is there a way to test the brushes to see if power is getting to them? My impression is the electricity turns them into magnets which then spin the motor, so move the brushes out of the motor area and see if they hold a piece of metal?
@HomeownerDIY2 ай бұрын
Have you confirmed power is getting to the motor? A continuity test will tell you this. If yes: Do a continuity test on the brushes as well. Do you notice visually any burn marks or burn smell at the motor?
@Spiritgumm2 ай бұрын
@@HomeownerDIY I don't know what a continuity test is, but I tested the rectifer according to another video and my meter read 120 AC, and 107 DC. I phoned a Dewalt service center earlier today, and the only thing he could think of was that I had used the wrong power cord (which is true). I'm using light duty 100 foot 16 awg, when I should be using 14 awg. He said this would slowly kill the motor, causing some wire to pop. I asked if there was a way to test if power was getting to the brushes, but he wasn't allowed to give advice that might kill me, lol.
@HomeownerDIY2 ай бұрын
Check out this video for continuity tests: #QTOW# Continuity tests kzbin.info/www/bejne/rpDUZYiCfKtmgtE Probably easiest to take a cord plug it in the mower then use one of the prongs of the cord and test it on the wire going to the brush.Test both wires(both brushes) Make sure the level is pulled so the mower is "on".We are testing to see if power is getting to the brushes. If you were using a 16gauge cord, especially at 100ft, that would be a problem. The wires would get too hot because of resistanace. Please let me know the results.
@Suckitdownpipe2 ай бұрын
You can save a lot of time by jumping the t-stat down at the boiler for which ever zone you're testing. Just attach a jumper to the wires or twist them together and put on a wire nut. I prefer the jumper. Then you don't have to keep going up and the stairs.
@HomeownerDIY2 ай бұрын
Thanks for your comment, what do you mean by Tstat at the boiler? Is it attached to the boiler?
@corylee18002 ай бұрын
Thankyou for the fix guide
@HomeownerDIY2 ай бұрын
If you have any questions, please dont hesitate to ask!
@half_cocked2 ай бұрын
That was kinda sketchy 😂
@HomeownerDIY2 ай бұрын
You should try it when the ramps and tires are wet! I can say, l have never went off the end or missed a ramp.
@phillyfathead2 ай бұрын
Yep, small cracks lead to big problems!!
@michaelpaterson80862 ай бұрын
How did you diagnose that the water pump was the issue Brother, would coolant licking below the timing belt area indicate a water pump is bad Bro?
@HomeownerDIY2 ай бұрын
Thanks for your question, yes after doing a coolant flush l noticed coolant was leaking under the water pump. That is one thing about doing flushes: Leaks can be exposed that sludge was stopping from leaking. The pump itself was still good but might as well put on a brand new one as the other could go any time. Besides a flush video, l also have a coolant leak checking video done on the car that you may want to look at.
@pj8082 ай бұрын
My black and decker started strong but now the power is weak. Do you know how to fix it?
@HomeownerDIY2 ай бұрын
Thanks for your question. What do you mean by started strong? Few years ago? After a few mins? What do you notice that has changed?
@pj8082 ай бұрын
Very sluggish but still cuts just not strong though when i first bought it any suggestions @HomeownerDIY
@pj8082 ай бұрын
@@HomeownerDIY do you know the issue
@HomeownerDIY2 ай бұрын
Have you confirmed its not this: #QTOW# Motor runs, blade doesnt spin(B&D MM 875) kzbin.info/www/bejne/gHq4koilaN1litE
@user-zg3yn4mc6k2 ай бұрын
Great video - thanks for taking the time to do this..
@HomeownerDIY2 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@phillyfathead2 ай бұрын
Looks a ton better!!!
@hmdwn3 ай бұрын
Contact points in my switch needed cleaning > > > easy peasy!
@HomeownerDIY3 ай бұрын
Glad you had a simple fix and didnt need a new saw!
@hmdwn3 ай бұрын
@@HomeownerDIY ... but my stupid self misplaced the inside plastic switch cover. I'll make a new one out of a plastic cup etc... it just has to keep saw dust away from the switch.
@HomeownerDIY3 ай бұрын
@@hmdwn Or clean it out on a regular basis. The important thing is you figured out the problem!
@bentleybloodworth42823 ай бұрын
I need to do this temporarily during converting to PEX through out. What I want to know if the same tool is used for both rings? Also if you know can the cinch clamp rings be used for both sides?
@HomeownerDIY3 ай бұрын
Thanks for your question, yes pex crimpers can be used for both sides. Only pex crimpers. The rings you see in the pic, they are to be used with this coupling. Do not use any other type of ring. This comes as a system and should be used as a system. Please let me know if you have any other questions.
@bentleybloodworth42823 ай бұрын
@@HomeownerDIY Thanks, another question if you know I am using all white super Pex B piping and want to know what is a safe marker or paint to indicate cold pipes that won't cause harm to the PEX B. I will only mark the cold or the hot.
@HomeownerDIY3 ай бұрын
@@bentleybloodworth4282 The only thing l have ever heard of what not to use with pex piping is WD40. I have used a black marker many times, you can use electrical tape or masking.
@cchemmes-seeseeart39483 ай бұрын
I have the same mower, purchased in 2010, & the only work ever needed was to replace the plastic retaining washer once, & the brushes once. I'm replacing the brushes now again. The video helped to understand the mower & parts & issues, in general. I need just a bit more precise/ exact detail on how a few things are done, in checking wires with the multi-meter, & installing the brushes. I "kind of' "pretty much" get it, but for actually doing the job, (changing brushes) right now, for me, I need more exact, precise details to feel like I'm fully ready to do the job right & without issues. Just a couple more sentences & the video would have been absolutely perfect for me. But for what you did show, I'm thankful for the video.
@HomeownerDIY3 ай бұрын
Thanks for your comment, for the brushe(s) if you pause the video at 9:17, you can see the brush inside its metal housing. The spring keeps tension on the brush. To install you need to compress the spring with your finger. Between 9:17-11:00 I show how to install in the brush. l am sure you are really over thinking this. If you need a video, I can make a QTOW video for you. As for the multi-meter, The only check I do is a continuity test. Here is a link to the video: #QTOW# Continuity tests kzbin.info/www/bejne/rpDUZYiCfKtmgtE Please let me know if you need any other information.
@cchemmes-seeseeart39483 ай бұрын
@@HomeownerDIY Thanks. I'm going to try to replace the brushes tomorrow, & see how it goes?? Hopefully, it will be straightforward.
@HomeownerDIY3 ай бұрын
@@cchemmes-seeseeart3948 Look at my video when you do it and I am sure you will be fine. This electric mower is really basic to work on. Good luck sir!
@pault53633 ай бұрын
How about you include a link to the switch?
@HomeownerDIY3 ай бұрын
Thanks for you comment, here is a link: www.amazon.ca/Craftsman-Table-Paddle-Switch-0LWG/dp/B08BNGNT6Q FYI, l dont know if this is a strickly Canadian switch, but I could only find it on Amazon.ca
@pegasus89873 ай бұрын
I do this every time I’ll close the door to a room and leave the heater run
@HomeownerDIY3 ай бұрын
Thanks for your comment, just be aware if it dries too fast the mud will crack.
@MollieRamirez3 ай бұрын
What do you need a vent for going up? 3:29
@HomeownerDIY3 ай бұрын
Thanks for your question,the continous vent(The vent going up) vents the laundry and the tub. If the plumbing system isnt vented(Think of putting a straw in a cup of water and putting your thumb over the end) it will be air locked. Remove your thumb equalizing pressure and the water drains out. Hope that helps.
@MollieRamirez3 ай бұрын
@@HomeownerDIY I’m sorry I didn’t realize it posted my comment multiple times! Thanks for your reply. We are converting our basement bathroom into a laundry room. I’m not quite sure how we will install the vent that extends up as our living room is directly above the bathroom.
@HomeownerDIY3 ай бұрын
@@MollieRamirez Is there something close by that you connect to? Like a kitchen or bathroom?
@kenlangan50813 ай бұрын
That was not stuck much, I thought they might just drive around with lugs loose that usually pops it free
@HomeownerDIY3 ай бұрын
Thanks for your comment, what you stated is exactly what l did before l took it to the tire shop. That was it didnt work. It wasnt bad this time around because l just did work on it last year or the year before changing the rotors.(l made a video of that as well)
@phillyfathead3 ай бұрын
Very interesting, I never thought about having a handheld sledge in the car for a flat!
@HomeownerDIY3 ай бұрын
You dont want to carry around a sledge for a flat!! This car isnt driven much and is parked outside all year. Probably the 2 biggest reasons for this problem. This is the only car where l have ever had this problem.