2011 Ram 2500 No Crank but also no Brakes?

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Watch Wes Work

Watch Wes Work

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@ezrhino1803
@ezrhino1803 2 жыл бұрын
I wish i knew why this channel has such a low subscriber count. This is one of the best channels on youtube in my opinion. Concise, to the point with a bit of humor thrown in. No facetime , look at me while I talk or click bait intro photos.. Keep up the good work Wes. Dont change a thing on your presentation...................
@MaShcode
@MaShcode 2 жыл бұрын
Or annoying royalty-free music transitions
@jz9189
@jz9189 2 жыл бұрын
You are so right! He's a brilliant diag technician thats underated.
@Thedavidsavage
@Thedavidsavage 2 жыл бұрын
I've learned a thing or two along the way. Especially in electronic diagnosis
@jasonvsd
@jasonvsd 2 жыл бұрын
Agree. I consider this to be the best auto electrical troubleshooting channel.
@Mishn0
@Mishn0 2 жыл бұрын
Look at the annoying idiots that have a lot of views. Like George Carlin said, "look at how stupid the average person is, half of people are stupider than that!". Those are the ones that don't "get" this channel.
@randyirons1058
@randyirons1058 2 жыл бұрын
"Aaaaand unsubscribe!" Best line of the whole video. Keep sharing you real world experiences, Wes. It's what keeps your content entertaining, educational and fun. I'm a 57 year old equipment tech, been doing it for 35+ years. Sometimes we do what we have to do. I look forward to your content every week. Don't change a thing.
@Netherlands031
@Netherlands031 2 жыл бұрын
I didn't get that one, was Wes doing something in an inproper way?
@aitorbleda8267
@aitorbleda8267 2 жыл бұрын
@@Netherlands031 Pinching the brake line.
@randyirons1058
@randyirons1058 2 жыл бұрын
@@Netherlands031 pinching off a brake line is a bit of a “no no”. Sometimes you could damage the inner lining of the rubber hose. It was a bit of a non issue anyhow, as the line was bad already, and what caused the caliper to drag and ruin the brakes. So Wes was joking that “professional” mechanics would unsubscribe because he clamped the hose.
@diamonddahlberg
@diamonddahlberg 2 жыл бұрын
Gotta agree on Wes`s videos being the best. Some are close but noone yet can keep up with Wes sarcasms and entertainment.
@johndeerekid167
@johndeerekid167 2 жыл бұрын
Ironically, if he had not clamped the brake line, he would have quickly noticed the primary issue. Though a big clue to the bad hose was when he loosened the banjo bolt and brake fluid shot all over the floor.
@todmatthew5824
@todmatthew5824 2 жыл бұрын
You have to admire Wes. Just about everything he works on is clapped out due to the rust belt and one issue turns into ten before Wes is done. Good job as always, Wes
@gailtaylor1636
@gailtaylor1636 2 жыл бұрын
I moved 400 miles South partly for this reason. WV to NC. LOVE IT!
@orbitalair2103
@orbitalair2103 2 жыл бұрын
Standard car shop stuff. People will wait until 2 things break before getting anyone to look at it. Same with shadetree wrenching.
@captaintoyota3171
@captaintoyota3171 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah its why im no longer an ASE tech in the midwest
@nightsailor1
@nightsailor1 2 жыл бұрын
He's a Mechanic with a Masters in Rustology.
@ron827
@ron827 2 жыл бұрын
Same for Eric O.
@Veritas419
@Veritas419 2 жыл бұрын
Having watched this channel for over a year, I’ve decided that one could make a great living having a shop that solely focuses on keeping Chrysler products on the road.
@tylermacconnell217
@tylermacconnell217 2 жыл бұрын
Never has an ignition switch or brake caliper failed on anything but a Chrysler! Keep in mind there are channels devoted entirely to the repair of Toyota’s…point being, they all break.
@longbo2771
@longbo2771 2 жыл бұрын
@@tylermacconnell217 I don't think Chrysler understands electric components, my wife's Jeep was at the dealership for 3 months with computer problems until they called and said come get it, we can't fix it. I took it to a private Jeep guy and he had it back to normal in one day. Of course the Stealership kept my 1000 bucks I pre paid
@tiredoldmechanic1791
@tiredoldmechanic1791 2 жыл бұрын
You would quickly go insane working on only Chrysler products.
@ianwright40
@ianwright40 2 жыл бұрын
@@tylermacconnell217 That ignition switch looks very similar to the Mercedes.
@temporaryhandle-m2c
@temporaryhandle-m2c 2 жыл бұрын
Pro: Tons of work Con: Chrysler...
@stevet7471
@stevet7471 2 жыл бұрын
Don't change man. Being real is what makes your channel so great :)
@jamessampson4677
@jamessampson4677 2 жыл бұрын
I enjoy every time Wes declares he's not an expert in something, then totally dismantles it and then explains what he thinks is the issue, replaces faulty parts, puts it back together and more often than not it's fixed.
@garymucher4082
@garymucher4082 2 жыл бұрын
I'd rather watch this channel than any other. Always great material and a lot of humorous talk. Thumbs Up!
@chadvalliere8697
@chadvalliere8697 2 жыл бұрын
I like Wes and south main auto
@Gadgetstoolbox
@Gadgetstoolbox 2 жыл бұрын
For those brake job haters. I just found out my 18year old daughter finds brake job videos quite satisfying. She also is well versed in brake changes on our family vehicles.
@clifbradley
@clifbradley 2 жыл бұрын
This channel is criminally underrated. Wes is the best out there and considering the absolutely destroyed nature of most of the vehicles he works on, he performs literal miracles tk getbthese things back to running.
@roycewoods9219
@roycewoods9219 2 жыл бұрын
Looks like you could go down a never ending rabbit hole with that truck. Hope you feel better real soon Wes. We’ve missed you.
@cg8469
@cg8469 2 жыл бұрын
"If you play around with the key switch long enough it will start" so just like every other Chrysler product in history, got it
@WatchWesWork
@WatchWesWork 2 жыл бұрын
It’s a Chevy trick.
@kevinsok3011
@kevinsok3011 2 жыл бұрын
"aanndd unsubscribe" 😂😂 your humor makes these videos so fun to watch
@rodneymiddleton9624
@rodneymiddleton9624 2 жыл бұрын
The dealer has to have a work order of some sort before corporate will let them obtain a pin code. Since you bought a part they were able to get one. That's how my buddy that works at the dealership explained it to me. I used to be able to just call and get one. Just another way to get more money out of us. Thanks Wes.
@spelunkerd
@spelunkerd 2 жыл бұрын
It does seem a little self serving, although I guess one could argue that theft deterrent products deserve closer scrutiny.
@mph5896
@mph5896 2 жыл бұрын
I go, show Id and proof I own the car such as title or registration. They give me the pin. Not sure on the shop side of it if you don't own the car.
@Noah_E
@Noah_E 2 жыл бұрын
Ford charged me a diagnostic fee for the master code to the keypad of my F350 when it only took a minute to retrieve and didn't even leave the parking lot. Pure greed.
@rodneymiddleton9624
@rodneymiddleton9624 2 жыл бұрын
@@Noah_E Exactly!!!
@mph5896
@mph5896 2 жыл бұрын
@@Noah_E you can purchase a scan tool that will tell you door pin codes. My launch cost $1500 and is able to show them
@colinklang
@colinklang 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you've recovered from the virus of unknown origin. Great job as usual!
@billdyke9745
@billdyke9745 2 жыл бұрын
Is it only me who thinks that modern vehicles are too complicated for our own good? A truck should be simple, strong and bullet proof. This channel should change its name to Watch Wes Tear His Hair Out... Well done fella. 👍
@shook0002
@shook0002 2 жыл бұрын
I don’t know why, but when you said “Gaps you can throw a dog through” had me laughing 😂
@andyfixedit1805
@andyfixedit1805 2 жыл бұрын
I can only hope that all the keyboard technicians will point out that you obviously ruined the hose by clamping it, that all brake parts must be replaced in pairs because their uncle says so, and possibly that Mrs Wes brought you that beer at the wrong temperature. Keep up the great work, love the content. What's this about a virus?
@Hey_Its_That_Guy
@Hey_Its_That_Guy 2 жыл бұрын
"A simple no crank diagnosis turns into a normal day here at the Watch Wes Work Bermuda Triangle of Automotive Repair." - Love it!
@hermanschepers4739
@hermanschepers4739 2 жыл бұрын
And he hopes that some of the dogs he works on disapper into it!
@andywalliams
@andywalliams 2 жыл бұрын
I agree, this channel is probably my favourite as it is real. Wes shows us what he does and all the issue's he has along the way. Keep up the good work Wes and never change.
@phillipkeeling7327
@phillipkeeling7327 2 жыл бұрын
For gods sake son take a break and get well. You’re the best mechanic on utube Don’t want you to die.
@bill3641
@bill3641 2 жыл бұрын
I learn something from Wes EVERY time that I watch one of his videos . Thanks again Wes .
@matthewmiddleton63
@matthewmiddleton63 2 жыл бұрын
I love your crickets, i also find it hilarious that its so quiet at your shop while others have to wait to film while its quiet
@Outindacold
@Outindacold 2 жыл бұрын
Rust jacking on the bracket will squeeze the hose restricting the flow. The fluid will pass while applying pressure but can't return causing premature brake failure.
@mauricekeithjohnson2598
@mauricekeithjohnson2598 2 жыл бұрын
Love your reference to the " BERMUDA TRIANGLE". 77 years living here, many years of similar work, in one of the most Saline atmospheres on earth, Rust is our National color, and the cockroach our National bird !!
@josephking6515
@josephking6515 2 жыл бұрын
You sounded noticeably better the day after you took your Misfit Red _medication._ Hope you fully recover as quick as I did. It took me 7 days and I was 95% right with the 5% taking a week or so longer but I put that down to my age. Mrs Wes has an infectious smile Wes. You are a very fortunate man. 👍
@eddiepatterson5025
@eddiepatterson5025 2 жыл бұрын
This should be your motto “Nothing is never that simple in my shop”. Have a Blessed One Sir.
@johnkluttz4704
@johnkluttz4704 2 жыл бұрын
Wether you feel healthy or under the weather you always maintain your professionalism, sense of humor and teaching awareness. Much appreciated.
@rebootonthetrail51
@rebootonthetrail51 2 жыл бұрын
Wes, You never cease to amaze me. You’re pulling off a crusty brake line, filming a video and actively participating in a conversation with your wife about candy. Who says men can’t multitask.
@mikemaccracken3112
@mikemaccracken3112 2 жыл бұрын
I use an old valve stem to keep the brake hoses from leaking when changing calipers. Unfortunately I have to replace a set of rear calipers today on my daughters 2010 Dodge Journey. Thankfully my son put the car on the lift so I don’t have to kneel on the floor with my old bones. Thanks for the video Wes!
@JamesApril-sl4yw
@JamesApril-sl4yw 11 ай бұрын
Wes, I had an ambulance that the brake on one front side almost did the same thing. I found that the metal clamp that held the brake hose to the frame had rusted inside around the hose cutting off the fluid. In your area there must be much rust. I enjoy your show. You do a great job. Thank you. Jim April, Weymouth, MA.
@laveritesurlestemoinsdejeh8522
@laveritesurlestemoinsdejeh8522 9 ай бұрын
Jeep wranglers are REALLY susceptible to that same thing.
@cullenmiller8170
@cullenmiller8170 2 жыл бұрын
This win module goes back to when Daimler Benz owned Chrysler. Mercedes Benz had another part behind the circuit board that used infrared to communicate and change the code of the fob every time the vehicle was started. At least that’s what I was told when I bought my new Mercedes in 2002. Hope you feel better soon.
@gmctech
@gmctech 2 жыл бұрын
"Annnnnnd unsubscribe". I laughed so hard when you clamped off the flex-line! Thanks for the hardy chuckle Wes! 😅
@joejakubec9708
@joejakubec9708 2 жыл бұрын
Having lived the first 30 plus years of my life in Chicago, I always felt that the torch was one of my most important tools. You can't do much without one. Nice to see you cutting rotors, most people throw out good drums and rotors and buy new. Cutting is easy money and could be resurfaced while working on something else. Great video as always. The best. "Almost" makes me want to me to come visit Illinois.
@WatchWesWork
@WatchWesWork 2 жыл бұрын
I always save the rotors if I can. These 3/4 ton and up rotors are really pricey.
@mohabatkhanmalak1161
@mohabatkhanmalak1161 2 жыл бұрын
I am an old timer and I must say I 've never seen a brake caliper chewed up this bad. Keep em roll'n Wes.
@michelecrown2426
@michelecrown2426 2 жыл бұрын
Feel better soon. I made it this far, and am recovering, just still feel more tired than usual. That was one nasty brake fail. I think with the costs of rotors like that your brake turning machine may make a comeback. You’ll be the only garage in the area still doing it 😊.
@cornbobrimlove7892
@cornbobrimlove7892 2 жыл бұрын
Bermuda Triangle.....hahahaha.... I laughed pretty good at that one Wes. I know that feeling well!
@toma5153
@toma5153 2 жыл бұрын
The Bermuda Triangle of auto repair! 😵‍💫 Love it.
@allanvaneste9106
@allanvaneste9106 2 жыл бұрын
The crickets chirping in the background while you were waiting for the brake fluid was a nice effect.
@briandrew8684
@briandrew8684 2 жыл бұрын
Another great video Wes, I hope you feel better, took me a good month to get over it, hope goes quicker for you. Keep up the great work brother
@bobburgess7283
@bobburgess7283 9 ай бұрын
Wes, I can't tell you how much I enjoy your content. I learn so much! You are humble and just get shit done!!!
@thirdcargarage2951
@thirdcargarage2951 2 жыл бұрын
In the 80’s I learned that if you heat a brake line with a torch it sometimes pops off and lights the fluid, along with your corvette on fire….
@DanEBoyd
@DanEBoyd 2 жыл бұрын
I wouldn't heat it till it's red. I'd try like hell with mild heat before that.
@ronaldsmith8811
@ronaldsmith8811 2 жыл бұрын
Glad to see you defeated the Rona! Great stuff as always Wes.
@Crack84baby
@Crack84baby 2 жыл бұрын
Do people pay so little attention to their vehicles? No way you couldn't hear those brakes.... Great work Wes, as usual.
@Not_Sure-i6o
@Not_Sure-i6o 2 жыл бұрын
What brakes? 🤣
@Crack84baby
@Crack84baby 2 жыл бұрын
@@Not_Sure-i6o valid point ☝️
@jonathanstancil8544
@jonathanstancil8544 2 жыл бұрын
Possibly the sound of magnifigance from the Hemi power overwhelmed the sound of the inferior brakes?
@CAPNMAC82
@CAPNMAC82 2 жыл бұрын
Hey, don't interrupt people texting with the radio turned up to 11 🙂
@bustedknuckle3808
@bustedknuckle3808 2 жыл бұрын
I used to live up in the snow belt.. Grand Rapids. Fighting the rust can be a nightmare Good fix on that brake line. I learned a new trick ... thanks
@DeWittPotts
@DeWittPotts 2 жыл бұрын
I have been taking care of my sister in laws 2013 Dodge Dart with the same type of key. You have to wonder what Chrysler was thinking with this design. It's almost like they were trying for a 'push button' start but couldn't quite figure out how to make it work so they came up with this 'hybrid' system. I had a 2008 Dodge Avenger which had a 'normal' key but used the same type of 'wireless' system. On my car I found out that they also don't protect the 'WCM' from static electricity. One very dry day I went to start my car and a small static charge jumped from the end of the key to the switch. That small static charge managed to short out the Wireless Control Module and I ended up having to be towed into the dealership.
@orbitalair2103
@orbitalair2103 2 жыл бұрын
the turn signal module thing is made with the same wiper-finger setup. Ive replaced the town and country one we own about 3 times.
@M.TTT.
@M.TTT. 2 жыл бұрын
I hadn't seen the video before reading your comment and thought to myself, "I bet its those weird plastic key things" lol. I never understood what the heck they were supposed to be or why.
@pdoherty
@pdoherty 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you're feeling better man. Another classic video!
@JSchaefers91
@JSchaefers91 2 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately people unsubscribe because he clamped that line. Just like he said "unsubscribe". I haven't read these comments, but anyone who truly believes that he collapsed that brake line needs to actually get off the couch and do some brake jobs. Good job on not twisting that line off. You have some serious patience Wes. I applaud you sir.
@mastertech7104
@mastertech7104 2 жыл бұрын
I have changed many of the one way valve brake hoses. Keep up the good work Wes.
@jannearo328
@jannearo328 2 жыл бұрын
A day in the life of a country blacksmith. Wheter it's a truck, tractor, car or combine, Wes will fix it.
@wb8ujb
@wb8ujb 2 жыл бұрын
Get better Wes! Thanks for the video, looked like a rabbit hole to me. Glad it was isolated to that one corner of brake system.
@keithalexander4267
@keithalexander4267 2 жыл бұрын
Glad to see you’re back. The ‘vid can be crappy. I enjoy your videos a lot.
@craigsmith8217
@craigsmith8217 2 жыл бұрын
Since Covid, I find myself sleeping a lot. Sometimes I get so sleepy I feel like I'm gonna fall over.
@craigsmith8217
@craigsmith8217 2 жыл бұрын
Strange disease.
@gailtaylor1636
@gailtaylor1636 2 жыл бұрын
@@craigsmith8217 And yet huge contingent still out there saying "it's just the flu" and don't get "Fauci'd". Myself, 4 shots & will get the 5th 6th 7th when it's appropriate. I believe in science. If I break my leg i go to a doctor, don't ask a politician for a recommendation or pastor for prayers. Will vax prevent your from getting infected? Not unless you also use the other protective measures. Like staying out of restaurants, wearing a mask when in close contact with others, avoiding crowds. NONE of these are even slightly difficult. YMMV
@stevanrose7439
@stevanrose7439 2 жыл бұрын
I avoided the virus 🦠 for two years and then about three weeks ago it got me. And now it’s like a cold with runny nose and chest congestion cough. I feel for you Wes. Take care of yourself and get some rest. You deserve it.
@DeadInsideButStillSmiling
@DeadInsideButStillSmiling 2 жыл бұрын
Hope you're feeling better. I know the Rona is no fun. But then, neither is working on Fiat trucks.😜
@williamsmith5647
@williamsmith5647 2 жыл бұрын
2013 Jeep Wrangler. Started shaking expected death wobble. After seeing this video in past I checked front brakes. Sure enough the right front was stuck. Could not compress caliper. Listened bleeder and caliper released. Opened line above flex line and only drips. Took line off and I could not blow through it. Your video made troubleshooting a piece of cake. Thank you.
@hillbillyb4u
@hillbillyb4u 2 жыл бұрын
I like driving my vehicles on the “deferred maintenance program” too. Hope you get over the bug quickly
@jakebpau2396
@jakebpau2396 2 жыл бұрын
Wes, my new love affair for rusted up brake lines and fittings is to soak with Marvel mystery oil, Map gas torch heat lightly, quench with MMO, light back and forth wrenching, repeat,. Gets it apart almost every time without twisting off the brake line.
@classiccomputers6211
@classiccomputers6211 2 жыл бұрын
What’s funny is old VCRs used an extremely similar wiper/contact switch that failed all the time in the same manner. The gold plated track wore out or it just got plain dirty and the VCR would eat tapes or stop threading them. I guess nobody learned anything from that.
@M.TTT.
@M.TTT. 2 жыл бұрын
thats a cool fun fact of knowledge. Unfortuantely seems like we always forget or never learn from old occurences.
@nightsailor1
@nightsailor1 2 жыл бұрын
You've been invited to The Dog Throwing Championships this fall in recognition of your promotional work. Bring a poodle.
@altonriggs2352
@altonriggs2352 2 жыл бұрын
You will never grow hungry as long as Chrysler makes vechicles.
@garethjudd5840
@garethjudd5840 2 жыл бұрын
No spark and brakes. The Ram seal of approval 👍
@jamesbruno5896
@jamesbruno5896 2 жыл бұрын
Nice job as always Wes! Feel better bro!
@MaShcode
@MaShcode 2 жыл бұрын
I think Max got back at you for calling in the exterminator. I had a 106° body temp once and started hallucinating. Required an ice bath to get back to reality. Glad you’re on the mend.
@Daxun155
@Daxun155 2 жыл бұрын
Hope your feeling better Wes!
@chuckcompton3622
@chuckcompton3622 2 жыл бұрын
I can relate to your comment of ....”here at the Watch Wes Work “ Bermuda Triangle of automotive repair! “ Lately, almost every job I do in my shop seems that way! From defective new parts; once easy to locate parts to now impossible to find; seemingly simple repairs become catastrophic ordeals, prices that are embarrassing to tell the owner.....I applaud your ability to deal with these situations and still have a sense of humor! Great content and thank you for sharing....!
@jasonyoung5628
@jasonyoung5628 2 жыл бұрын
I'm not sure why, but pretty much every 3/4 ton Ram I've worked on has extremely uneven brake wear like that. My theory is that the left front caliper is the shortest circuit of the hydraulic system so it gets the most pressure, but that isn't how hydraulics are supposed to work.
@blackhatch46
@blackhatch46 2 жыл бұрын
But, dodge.
@LAactor
@LAactor 2 жыл бұрын
But it's a Jesus Christ'ler. How things are supposed to work is not in their playbook.
@LN997-i8x
@LN997-i8x 2 жыл бұрын
Chrysler engineering somehow defies the laws of hydrodynamics yet again.
@firesurfer
@firesurfer 2 жыл бұрын
It probably has something to do with the design of that truck. It naturally aims water at that wheel, causing corrosion.
@LAactor
@LAactor 2 жыл бұрын
This opening shot is cinematic gold.
@engineeringpunk
@engineeringpunk 2 жыл бұрын
Someone is gonna say the brake hose was blocked because you pinched it, but in my experience they rust jack inside where that bracket is clamped around the hose where they bolt to the knuckle. They pinch inside there. Same thing happens to the Chevys. I've replaced many of those hoses.
@gailtaylor1636
@gailtaylor1636 2 жыл бұрын
Was little surprised he didn't catch that right off. And I replace calipers & hoses in pairs. Had too many weird initial brake application pull just doing one side.
@aitorbleda8267
@aitorbleda8267 2 жыл бұрын
My 2 cent "from a bar stool" is that the valve was failing and this is why that side was screwed, and when he pinched it the increased pressure shut it for good. So it was a good thing. Maybe the valve rusted/corroded? pretty sure that brake liquid is full of water.
@aldeleau7427
@aldeleau7427 2 жыл бұрын
I wish there where more mechanics like Wes. and Eric.
@stuartpulvermacher6861
@stuartpulvermacher6861 2 жыл бұрын
That happened to me on a 93 GM chassis motorhome The left front caliper did not release I didn't realize it while I was driving it untilI smelled the heated brake pads I pulled over to check what was up and in a couple minutes the tire bloew a huge hole in the inner sidewall It was pretty scary I had it towed to a shop they replaced the caliper and the hose I almost had to change my jockies after that episode
@interdiction2
@interdiction2 2 жыл бұрын
You sounded a bit better at the end of the video than at the beginning. Must've been the "beverage". Your wife is a real sweetie. Hope you are making a good recovery. Look after yourselves. 👍👍👍🐶
@ksokie63
@ksokie63 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Wes 👋, great video on the no crank. Hope you get to feeling better soon. The brakes on that dodge were just a little rough. But it would not be at Wes shop with out making some extra fun. You and the family have a great afternoon 👋
@Gunnr1236
@Gunnr1236 2 жыл бұрын
Happy to see Mrs. Wes sporting a Cubs jacket! Go, Cubs, Go!!!
@rovhalgrencparselstedt8343
@rovhalgrencparselstedt8343 2 жыл бұрын
I have a theory why ppl dont seem to hear when their brakes are metal on metal, and this is from my own experience. Once the pad material wears off and things go metal on metal, stuff wears down to this point so quickly that once you do hear it, the metal part of the pads is already half worn down. This is what happened to me, i started hearing a grinding sound from the rear brakes, and just a day or two later the metal part of the inner pad on the rear drivers side was already half ground down in thickness and and also severely rust damaged, like those tabs that go into the bracket were basically completely gone. Later the same day the rear passenger side brake line popped. Yes it was a Subaru. To fix it would have been close to what i bought the vehicle for, so i stuffed it in a garage until i get it sold as a parts car.
@terryharvey4811
@terryharvey4811 2 жыл бұрын
Often get the hose off that way. Once the hose is off, the fitting CAN USUALLY be freed up. Love you're dry sense of humor and the what next attitude you possess. It helps keep us sane. You, Eric O , and myself were lucky enough to have wives who married us as well as our business. Without their help and support, we as small shops could not make it. A cold drink and a smile goes a long way on a crappy day in the shop. Keep up the good work. THANKS. Oh and by the way, I did not unsubscribe.
@michaelpolly9159
@michaelpolly9159 2 жыл бұрын
I think some people turn up their radio and become oblivious to noise coming from their brakes!! I am with you do not understand how people can just let things go especially brakes!! Great video as always. Hope you get over the big C quickly..
@LN997-i8x
@LN997-i8x 2 жыл бұрын
I've seen people driving at high speed directly on aluminum wheels seemingly without noticing. I hope they're just oblivious and not completely blitzed, but who can tell anymore.
@macgvrs
@macgvrs 2 жыл бұрын
Great job as always. You have quite the cross section of vehicles and customers. It appears auto repair customers are the same everywhere and there seems to be nothing new about how they abuse their vehicles. I used to do automotive repair for a living, 50 years ago, and our customers seem to have been as bad as yours are at automotive mayhem. We had a customer's car towed in because they ignored the fact that their left front wheel bearing, rear wheel drive car, had failed. They kept driving. The only thing that kept that wheel on was the fact that the axle nut had welded itself to the spindle. The noise that had to have made, that they had to ignore, I just can't comprehend. I'm thinking some people shouldn't drive cars.
@letttttttssssss_gooooooo
@letttttttssssss_gooooooo 2 жыл бұрын
I hate how much we can do at home but now need computerized stuff to complete the job. I changed the sycro motor thing that changes the vent choice on a 2013 Caravan once. You still have to take it to the dealership to synchronize it. Such bs....
@mph5896
@mph5896 2 жыл бұрын
If you are a strong DIY, you may want to invest in a decent bidirectional scan tool. Spend $1k on a tool you will have for 3-4 years will pay off.
@letttttttssssss_gooooooo
@letttttttssssss_gooooooo 2 жыл бұрын
@@mph5896 I need to! Ty
@williampeterson265
@williampeterson265 2 жыл бұрын
My brother ran into a bad brake hose situation where one wheel would lock up after applying the brakes. Finally traced it down to the bad brake hose. We concluded that the inside of the hose must have broken down, come loose, or some other problem. Maybe we should have cut it open and found out? I feel like I learn a lot watching your videos. Thank you, keep it up and I'll keep watching!
@toolwarrior1773
@toolwarrior1773 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you are feeling better, Wes. I am racking my brain trying to figure out how a brake hose gets blocked like that.....hummm.
@gailtaylor1636
@gailtaylor1636 2 жыл бұрын
It's the hold-down bracket.
@jeffs2809
@jeffs2809 2 жыл бұрын
Seen it happen on several vehicles, even ones without extra hold down brackets. I kinda figured the inner hose was breaking down over time & turning into a “1 way valve”, but I’ve never done an autopsy on a failed hose to verify my suspicions.
@terryharvey4811
@terryharvey4811 2 жыл бұрын
@@jeffs2809 Correct, interior of hose under release suction from master cylinder sucks shut, creating as you mentioned a check valve. This holds fluid and thus pads against rotor resulting in pad wear out. Most do not know that on brake release that there is a slight vacuum applied by the master cylinder. If you want to see it, just watch the piston when someone mashes the brake and then releases it after doing a brake job.
@beefchicken
@beefchicken Жыл бұрын
I appreciate that you always take apart broken parts to show how things work.
@markd8296
@markd8296 2 жыл бұрын
old caravans were known for internally collapsed brake hoses...acted like a one way check valve.
@tedjackson5272
@tedjackson5272 5 ай бұрын
She's a keeper! Brings you a cold beer while your working in the garage OMG!
@alanenglish9681
@alanenglish9681 2 жыл бұрын
Ahhh Wes... I had money on you never getting it! Hope you don't get any long term effects! Nothing any mechanic does has ever one story
@tiredoldmechanic1791
@tiredoldmechanic1791 2 жыл бұрын
When I hear the crickets on your videos, I keep thinking there is one in my house. I used to get them from time to time but I haven't any for at least 10 years. I haven't even heard or seen them outside and my 2 acres are surrounded by farm fields. Maybe they use good insecticides but it doesn't seem to stop the mosquitos.
@noahd4039
@noahd4039 2 жыл бұрын
I've always thought those Chrysler "keys" were so dumb either just do full keyless or a real key😂
@stephenlucas9995
@stephenlucas9995 2 жыл бұрын
I love all your content and humor Wes, I look forward to seeing the vid's from week to week. I also can't believe you don't have a million of subscribers. I have been working, or braking cars since I was 12 holding the flash light with my dad because he had to get to work the next day and we only had the one car. By the time I was 16 I had bought, fixed and sold four cars. When I was 20, I owned 9 VW's and gave most of them to friends. I got a job as a tech at 24 and retired at 68. I'm 69 now and own 2 trucks and one car. As I said I love watching you. Your the best entertainment around and I'm still learning something. SEE YOU NEXT WEEK! I love it!
@TheBrokenLife
@TheBrokenLife 2 жыл бұрын
Well, at least it wasn't a 3500... 🤷‍♂ I also avoided said flu by being a hermit. One trip to my parent's house and that was over. 😆The first week is the worst. Looks like you're already on the mend. 👍
@jrboehmhouston
@jrboehmhouston 2 жыл бұрын
As soon as I saw that caliper the next thought I had was Rabbit hole.
@nathansharma87
@nathansharma87 2 жыл бұрын
Wes did you buy the mint unicorn? It's always there and always inside where it should be.
@russbonneau9152
@russbonneau9152 2 жыл бұрын
sorry to hear that you were/are sick. your videos are always appreciated.
@zeightguy
@zeightguy 2 жыл бұрын
I don't use grips to seal the old hose anymore as in my experience I think it damages the internal layer of the HP hose. I have some tapered plugs ready to use as a temporary stop tap. Speedy recovery Wes I'm sure that Redeye beverage will help.
@gailtaylor1636
@gailtaylor1636 2 жыл бұрын
Or just push the brake pedal down 1/2". Closes the compensating port. No flow.
@mshef140
@mshef140 2 жыл бұрын
It's amazing how well engineered against neglect some systems are... Especially brake systems. Seen rotors worn to the cooling fins and car was still stopping!
@goenitzlopez2076
@goenitzlopez2076 2 жыл бұрын
It was stopping because of the other 3 brakes. That side was basically useless the piston was already overextended
@n6mz
@n6mz 2 жыл бұрын
You know that you have a great channel when I hit the "thumbs-up" even before the video starts 😁 Hope you get that commie plague out of your system soon.
@blainesayler1514
@blainesayler1514 2 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear Jimminy Cricket is still alive and well!
@hmbpnz
@hmbpnz Жыл бұрын
There's something unique and really captivating about your channel. It's clear that you have a mastery in your craft. Please keep it up!
@kenc3288
@kenc3288 2 жыл бұрын
Flu re branded, don’t worry, you’ll be well soon.
@Netherlands031
@Netherlands031 2 жыл бұрын
One is from the influenza family, the other from the corona family. It's not a rebrand. Also covid-19 is the #3 cause of death in the US right behind heart disease and cancer, that wasn't the case with influenza.
@WatchWesWork
@WatchWesWork 2 жыл бұрын
I agree it’s no joke. I had a 106F fever at one point.
@EvilTurkeySlices
@EvilTurkeySlices 2 жыл бұрын
It’s not the flu rebranded, the flu is worse.
@chrisfreemesser5707
@chrisfreemesser5707 2 жыл бұрын
@@WatchWesWork Hopefully you didn't lose your ability to smell gasoline and taste for watermelon like Mr. O did
@thomas316
@thomas316 2 жыл бұрын
Took me a couple of weeks to fully recover but much longer to get my full sense of smell back.
@aaronemery738
@aaronemery738 2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you are feeling better.. We missed your content
@wallysprint
@wallysprint 2 жыл бұрын
You gotta love Mrs. Wes showing up with a beverage !
@pettyfogger2305
@pettyfogger2305 2 жыл бұрын
You are the man, Wes; a walking paper cut of ascerbic wit. Waiting breathlessly for your tell-all book; "HERE'S YOUR PROBLEM, LADY; MY JOURNEY WITH JUNKYARD REJECTS AND THEIR OWNERS, THE EARLY YEARS."
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