Blew Up in MY Face! 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.4 Non Turbo

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[@TheOriginalDaveJ]

Sorry, not trolling you🙂 I just wanted to say how much I appreciate your videos. For some reason, since you started on your own, the videos have got better and you seem a lot happier. Cheers, all the best.

[@SkookyDoo]

People are happy to do what they love. However some people only love to make money. Those people make more and more money by forcing the workers to work harder and faster because all they care about is more money.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

I agree

[@adotintheshark4848]

Working for yourself is always more enjoyable than working for someone else.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

@@adotintheshark4848 yes it is Being a shop owner and a Mobile tech it's much more enjoyable especially spending more time with the family

[@KevBehindACamera]

He can do what he wants when he wants where he wants in the shop and dress how he wants.

[@godkingwashington]

Never worked on a car. Never thought about working on a car. Only drive when I have to. Yet, I live out auto mechanic adventures vicariously through Ray.

[@honestspirit56]

You should go out and open up the hood on your car. It’s a wonderful sense of accomplishment after opening the owners manual and learning how to check and maintain fluid levels and such. Those abilities last a lifetime, and will save you tons of $$$$$.

[@SpencerLemay]

Go and change your brake fluid right now.

[@mrgunn2726]

I have worked on my car and this is so much better; none of the grease on body parts, parts and tool gravity or the horror of realizing that you are missing a critical part and need to drive there to get it but but your vehicle is now disassembled in your drive way.

[@rs1971camaro]

@@mrgunn2726 Many auto parts stores will deliver.

[@markp.5342]

@@SpencerLemay blinker fluid too

[@Daddy-ro2vs]

no matter how much work ray does to this, at the end of the day, it is still a pt cruiser.

[@michaelpressman7203]

Does anybody remember to Chevy Vega or the gremlin or pinto or what about a Pacer you guys are going on about PT cruiser those four cars with the biggest pos's I ever seen in my life the only fun thing about him was you pulled the motor out and put a short a small block in them and a drive shaft about as long as my arm and then you have some fun with them till I twisted in half but otherwise hey PT maintained Right is no worse than a lot of other vehicles have been out there for years it just was misunderstood have a great day

[@calyodelphi124]

The thing that I absolutely love most about Ray finally having his own shop, is that he can give us complete repair series and even follow-ups of customers that come back for more work to be done, and he can more freely show us more of the goings-on around the shop instead of carefully aiming all of his camera shots to not capture more than he can get away with without getting into trouble. 😄

[@chrisjames3087]

As much as those Snap On sockets cost, you'd think they'd find themselves.

[@DevJB]

Shhh.. All the ip addresses are allotted already. We don't need bluetooth sockets. ; ) hehe

[@vernonbruce3722]

When you spoke of getting your hands dirty, I thought about my Dad, who was a mechanic all of his life. He was born in the early 1900's and passed in the late 70's. His hands were very rough, scarred, and missing a part of one of his fingers. He got it caught in a fan belt while the engine was running. Even when his hands were clean, they always looked "dirty". His hands were stained from all the oils and chemicals he worked with/around for decades. Never wore gloves. His hands were considered a "badge of honor" for all of the very hard work he did all of his life.

[@DC-bm7oz]

Ditto for my Dad

[@jamesrobinson3796]

Your Father was a MANS MAN!

[@AA-vw9po]

@Les Reeves I’m a non glove wrench for 55 years yes I can relate to your dad sadly a dieing bread

[@jezeski2011]

@@AA-vw9po Many times I try to have gloves for when I do mechanics, but most often I start doing the work and notice I forgot them after I'm over half done. By then my hands are usually black already.

[@BobBasshead]

Same thing with my father, grease embedded in his hands, he was a mechanic from 1962 - 1987, a hard working man, I miss him so much 1930 - 2000 emphysema killed him.

[@CSmith-oz4wp]

Most guys love the disassemble part, it’s part of when we were little and taking apart the old vacuum cleaners but didn’t learn to put them back together. That’s when the Mother Unit would throw them away. Ah the fond memories. 😂

[@MargaretLeber]

I have to say that I hope Ray's new business is working out financially because I think he's having a blast being his own boss.

[@392redienhcs]

He's fully booked until the middle of January, at least. And that livestream earlier was quite the blockbuster (almost 4k viewers). But the work rate required to finish his commits will take a toll, and the worst thing for us (selfishly) is if he gets sick and stops posting videos/going live. We need to support him as he tries to expand the biz, keeps up with the viewers and supporters, and most importantly, have time to be there for his family because 12-hour workdays will take a toll. If Linus could build it, Ray can too.

[@armandoa5468]

@@392redienhcs Linus has a whole team behind him now...writers, video editors, photogs, etc.... I have a feeling Ray is going to have something like this soon.

[@isaiahwelch8066]

Am I the only one who caught how punny OP's comment was? *Shakes head*

[@dennyj8650]

@@392redienhcs Who is Linus?

[@concernedcitizen9208]

@@dennyj8650 his a tech u tuber his channel name is linus tech tips he has over 11 million subs

[@richardhessert7862]

One of the few "u" tubers that post new stuff every day- speaks towards your work ethic! Great job! Great learning channel for us backyard mechanics!

[@user-pl7lr5dn8q]

thats cause as a mechanic everyday there is content haha

[@pootthatbak2578]

And works one-handed all day🤣🤣 ray could probably get more stuff fixed with both hand

[@valiroime]

Don’t expect that to always be the case. Ray is now running his own shop and has a family to take care of. He has to sleep sometime in there.

[@dangeiger4231]

Is the fan a "Dorkman"also?

[@JOESTV74501]

My dad never let a car go out of his stall till he checked his toolbox for any missing tools. enjoy watching you work. thanks

[@theundergroundlairofthesqu9261]

Ray has trouble finding his tools in his toolbox.

[@yogidemis8513]

I found some pretty nice tools left under people's hood, I'd ask the customer where did they go last and if they told me I'd return the tools. If I couldn't return the tools then it would be up to the customer to keep it or donate it to the shop. I put in a lot of time returning tools and I earned a lot of respect from other shops and it benifited both shops in the end.

[@69xr7ragtop9]

Tip: arm burn prevention = Lisle “hot arm” sleeve. It’s about $12 at NAPA. I absolutely love mine and it has saved my arm from catalytic converters plenty of times. BTW love the channel and the humor and tips.

[@NethTech]

This video is a prime example of why repairs on my PT cruiser were so damn expensive, the labor involved for a simple fan replacement is crazy

[@DevJB]

It's a terrible car. It's like driving a wood block. Bluebook on a high mile 2007 PT isn't worth this repair. Scrapper gives 300 for it, avg.

[@tracymclaughlinholmes677]

I knew it was coming... from the thumbnail I knew.... I was still startled by it 😆

[@ranger178]

one of those great designs where making the car interesting looking on outside was more important than practicality or ease of repairs

[@adeptronic]

A car can be well engineered, A car can be easy to work on. A car can be reliable. But a car MUST sell!

[@gr3ndl3r]

As a lifelong Mopar fanatic, I'm enjoying the "Chrysler Week". I'm even a fan of the, much maligned, PT Cruiser. I've seen a lot of comments stating that you seem happier in your own shop.

[@sparksalot4950]

Good morning Ray, thanks for including us on your PT cruiser adventure, this video really tells me that even the engineers had to think about how to get 10 lbs of poop in a 5 lb box, and cover the sows ear with a silk purse on the outside...

[@MrKornnugget]

People really love the PT’s. It takes a real tech to keep them on the road.

[@kenholt8297]

"OWE HOT!!" LOL not laughing at your pain but rather this incident brought back memories of when I worked as an automotive tech. Plenty of owe hot experiences. Love your videos Ray.

[@fred414141]

Now we know why there's a shower in the back of the office! I hope you have at least one complete change of fresh clothes, including shoes n socks, at the shop. Great work, Ray. Two thumbs up from Texas!

[@shanebarclay5671]

Coffee and Rainman Ray’s repair! Go together like peas and carrots… I’m here every morning!

[@mike.47]

Let’s hear it for the designers who made it so easy to change that switch 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@michaelpressman7203]

Personally I think you know Ray hit the nail on the head between the two groups of engineers to design a vehicle but they ought to consider on the end user the guy working on the vehicle and take that into account personally I think they just want to produce the vehicle get it out the door and it's somebody else's problem at the end have a good day

[@bd5993]

Morning Ray and everyone

[@billiebobbienorton2556]

You are the man ! ! ! We're all behind you (well at least behind the camera with you) and rootin' for ya ! ! !

[@wilbilt]

I have to relate a true story. 3 days ago, I was in a grocery store here in CA (California, not Canada). I was pushing my cart down an aisle where an employee was stocking the shelves. Just as I passed, she dropped a box of cereal onto the floor. I said, 'gravity'. It was not a conscious effort on my part, it just came out. I rounded the corner and headed down the next aisle, thinking 'what just happened?' Of course, I then said 'cereal gravity'. I was trying to keep from laughing while at the checkout. 60 years old, it made my day. Best wishes for your new endeavor, Ray!

[@robertrussell6440]

Nothing is more annoying when you lose part of a set. I'm glad you found it in that sneaky little spot. Thanks for the great videos

[@anonanonme2463]

Yea those dang 10mm keep running off...

[@steveherrera3233]

Good morning Ray good to see you, love everyone of your videos and your sense of humor, you're an awesome mechanic. Thank you for the hard work you do and making these videos for us.

[@mikeyb.145]

When he reached behind the camera to undue a bolt, did anyone else feel like Ray just gave you a reach-around? Asking for a friend 😂

[@justinlanglais9825]

Hey Ray, You're a brave man working on that PT Cruiser... another POS Chrysler product! Isn't it frustrating! I had a 2000 Dodge Neon that was hard to work on (cramped, poorly designed, limited accessibility). Seemed like every maintenance task took 3 times longer to do.... ARGH !!! Now I own Toyota products.... finally learned my lesson after years of DIY maintenance! Great videos young man.... keep it up ! I'm glad to see you in your own shop and those Chrysler products Will definitely keep you busy! 🤣

[@danielwhite3162]

Keep them coming Ray, I enjoy your descriptions of what you are doing and the way cars are built to make life difficult for mechanics.

[@michaelpressman7203]

He's not the first mechanic I've heard voice and opinion on the waves of vehicles or assembled but especially with the PT cruises that nose is so narrow but I would have just pulled the the grill out and flipped everything forward got to it that way but that's just my opinion I'm not trolling you I'm not telling you what to do that's just me have a great day

[@nosairfun9230]

@@michaelpressman7203 I absolutely agree with you, I would've done the same thing. Taking the grill out , is the most effective way to the it, in this case in my opinion.

[@miceinoz1181]

I work on cars I buy from auctions mostly, with a pay job here or there. I have a well kitted out workshop with a hoist. I do mostly auto transmission repairs but will do anything including full engine overhauls etc, but as I am now "retired" I love the ability to do things at my own time with no customer time pressure. I am sure Ray is feeling better right now working for himself, but just be cautious about the finances would be my only advice.

[@dennyj8650]

Great and varied efforts to save this car! It is the sort we used to say, "Jack up the horn button and put another car under it!"

[@adeptronic]

Thanks Ray. They can't be paying you much to work on that pile, so you must be doing it for us. I appreciate it!

[@scottvolage1752]

Congrats on the amazing Live Stream last night. You probably made a day's pay from your loyal fallowers. A true tribute to your strong work ethic.

[@wayneessar7489]

The speed of the chat stream as the number of watchers increased was Epic!

[@johnminor2496]

Ray, I am not a tech. You earn every dime you work for. I learn a lot by watching your videos. Thank you.

[@mikemadeja7642]

The wife unit is a definite good addition to your videos. Maybe try to get her in the videos more often.

[@stephenrogers4537]

Good morning Raymond from Chicago, ☃️hope this day😁 finds you and your family well BROTHER ! 🧰👋🏻

[@davidhildreth-farnsworth-s3657]

Old style clever guy hard at work. Never figured how come I take out ten bolts then have three spare when I put everything back. Could be why I let real mechanics work on my old stable

[@graememckay9972]

Every time I work on my land rover I finish with spare bolts then the next time don't have enough to rebuild. I go to my spare nuts and bolts jar to get the previous spares and they don't fit. I swear my missing 10mm sockets are gathering an iron monger collection in a hidden garage compartment somewhere.

[@firstdaddy]

I have the highest faith in your ability to resolve the customer's complaints on this vehicle. You have the patience of a saint. I would have already told the customer it's time to throw the car away. So many things are rigged, it's horrible.

[@johnmcalpine8903]

Looking forward to part three, Ray, of the PT Cruiser reassembly. How you keep track of all the fasteners and where everything fits together is amazing. It's going to be fun following along on your journey and see you growing your business. Wannabe auto techs can learn so much from you and your videos. You are a good teacher and hilarious too. Keep it up Ray and al the best.

[@johnholst8579]

That's called that mechanical memory, haha

[@Amen.22]

Most or all of the connections are made so you can’t connect the wrong way. For example, I recently removed the dash in my Pontiac Solstice so I could repaint it (the previous owner painted it with cheap paint that was scratched up). There was many electrical connectors, three or four of them were for push buttons, all with the same connectors. The connectors all had a spline in different positions so I couldn’t connect them wrong.

[@Eddi3xBac0n]

Just put them in a magnetic tray that is sitting around. I worked ina shop like this with someone for like 6 months and learned a lot like ten years ago. Shop apprentice is fun but you see all his girlfriends all day

[@mriley4955]

When you said the line was tucked up under the fender well, I thought you were going to take the fender off next. By the time you get done this will be an engine removal to change one part lol. Great vids Ray and so glad you have a waiting line of work.

[@DevJB]

Many Audi's are engine out job just to replace a sensor. Firewall facing timing chains etc. PT Cruiser 2.4 touring edition engine removal takes 40 minutes. Some Audi's take 12 hours. I make about 0 to 800 bucks profit from a GM\Chrysler flip, while I make about 4k to 10k profit on an Audi flip.

[@jeffryblackmon4846]

Before the video begins- my daughter had one of those PTs. It developed a problem of blowing out the oil pressure sensor. She abandoned the car while on a trip. I'm anxious to see how this episode plays out. So far, so good. It crossed my mind that removing the grill might make your task easier.

[@guzzijack9714]

Ray-Ray, I wish you would make a video about filming your work and demonstrating lighting, microphones, focus and pointing the camera at what you are working on. And I wish KZbin would make it compulsory for every other automotive channel to watch it and pay you a fee. You are far and away THE BEST at showing and explaining the work you are doing. Thank you.

[@mikecrane2093]

I had an oil sending unit go bad on a car back in the 90s. Cost me less than $20 at my local car parts place. The shop that installed it wanted to charge me $40 just for the same thing, but I convinced them to use the part that I supplied. Worked like a charm. Would have changed it myself, but didn't have the right tool for the job.

[@lennartvestin5124]

I had a new Saab 9-3 diesel -2000 and the diesel injection pump said goodbye after only 4000 miles. It was a 8 hour job to replace it because of its location between the engine and the fire wall. My mechanic said it was the most terribly located part he had ever exchanged so far, but it reminds a little how to access that condenser.😀

[@tomtke7351]

seems the NEW business is going well. 😎

[@SheriffJackCarter]

Watching you deal with the battery with a penny in it reminded me of a recent experience. I had a customer come in with a VW so new, it still had the factory original battery. It was a massive pain in the ass to change, not because they buried the battery like in the Chevy Equinox, but because the positive battery terminal was cross-threaded. Remember, this was installed at the factory cross-threaded!

[@oldclimber5502]

Definitely would like to see part 3, good to see that you have plenty of work

[@gibsonj5035]

I've watched you remove countless radiators and condensers. Some of them required removing a lot of stuff but I don't remember any of them being as difficult as this PTC. I would never be able to get all of the correct bolts back in the correct holes. You've got a lot of patience. Good video.

[@markadams5429]

Great job Ray! Of course we want to see the reassembly, we came this far! Great video as always, thank you!

[@willgallatin2802]

Good to see the wife unit and toddler unit in the shop. Good memories being made there, along with good work.

[@justinsmith6296]

I haven't heard Garth Brookes "The Dance" since my Wife's funeral 16 months ago, it bought back some good memories, thank you Ray 😔

[@joel_707]

Years ago the dealer gave me a PT Cruiser as a loaner. With therapy and electric shock treatment I was eventually able to mend the deep emotional scars.

[@wilbilt]

How long did it take you to find the window switches?

[@dnixon8767]

Ray, Your videos are at the top spot of my must watch list.. Please keep them coming.

[@mjb12141963]

When the PT Cruiser first came out, my then girlfriend wanted one and I am so glad now that I stood my ground on that.

[@Williamtehgit]

The engine at 1.20 is like a jelly on a plate wibbly wobbly

[@mayhemsmaster5050]

If you think working on a PT Cruser is tight work space... Imagine being a paramedic and having to peel back this car to free a badly injured PT! These things are death traps... and I seek from ALOT of experience. Theu were all the rage back in the day. They were economical, fun to drive. Etc. But passengers always lost in accidents. Thank you for your incredible work and work ethic... also for parts 3 and possibly four. Much love n prayers from upstate NY🙏💜

[@supergeekjay]

It's shocking when you go on KZbin and search for crash test videos of all the older cars you used to have fun whizzing around in. Gives you a shiver down the spine. But you didn't think of that back then, you lived in the moment!

[@tim3172]

@@supergeekjay *you died in the moment!

[@Darthvolvo]

The ol exploding ac line. I feel your pain on that. Was at a junkyard pulling a ac compressor off a Subaru Outback, with the system supposedly evacuated. Much to my surprise when I disconnected the lines from the compressor, I was showered with freon and green ac dye.

[@macgyvernetwork1437]

I love how you use to make comments about vacuuming the ac so it don’t vent in atmosphere. Now you own you own company and don’t have a machine so you release refrigerant into the atmosphere. 😂 love the videos! Keep them coming!

[@z50com]

Live Chats Pay the Bills. . . . That turned out spectacular, I bet that was your most profitable hour you've ever had. You've earned it Ray, CONGRATULATIONS!

[@ferrumignis]

I had a flexible AC condenser hose burst in my face once. I was trying to diagnose a rattle on my grandmothers car which seemed to be coming from lower down in the engine bay, got on the floor and stuck my head under the front bumper to get a closer look (with engine idling) and the hose just let go. My sphincter almost followed it.

[@YeOldeGeezer]

How was all that Freon?

[@michaelpressman7203]

That would have been a heck of a cleanup have a great day we've all had that excitement once or twice in our life have a good one

[@ferrumignis]

@@YeOldeGeezer Very cold! I moved fast enough to avoid any injuries fortunately.

[@patk8417]

Good day Ray, I watch most of your videos and enjoy seeing that you do things much like I do. I saw the lead-in scene and said, yup she's plugged. Hope your new endeavor works out well for you. Keep up the good work!

[@cosmiccowboy9358]

Turned wrenches for over 20 years finally threw in the towel a few years ago but I do miss it at times so it’s nice to watch these videos

[@johnmchardy1229]

Someone bought on of these to me. I live in Australia in country Victoria. They had replaced the MAP sensor as the engine was shaking. I took one look at it and even though the engine oil was clean and the valve gear looked ok when the oil cap was off. I decided after 5 mins that it would be very difficult to diagnose and repair. I put my interrogator on it and there were many codes. I then gave them the BER.(Beyond Economical Repair). And it now sits forlornly in a field almost covered in grass. I saw another one for sale lately for $750 and yes it sold. I hope they have a big wallet and a kind compassionate mechanic. Looking forward to the next exciting episode as Ray does his magic. I watch every day and love it. Thanks Ray for all your efforts. There was a small indignity of focus nothing really cheers John.

[@Orell_Dee]

Finally! Ray works on my dream car! Ever notice Ray (almost) never speaks negatively about any vehicle. Nice guy and the patience of a Saint.

[@MrConstruction36]

Thats one of my favorite reasons for watching him, just does his job and keeps it positive ;-)

[@richfloors]

Really liking the new videos Ray! Always did, but you seem to have much more to time to share and describe what you're doing now. Being your own boss definitely has its perks! Keep up the great work man.

[@Starsnu1]

Heya Ray, Keep the videos coming. It doesn't matter whether it is the 3rd or 4th or even the 5th video on particular car/repair. They are good and educational. Love he channel and now that you have your own shop, it's even better!

[@aenoymotors]

Definitely a good reminder why I got rid of my PT GT. Working on it was such a pain in the ass and it was always broken. It was fun though with that turbo and a 5 speed manual!

[@BlindMansRevenge2002]

Man that dude has a lot of business for just getting started on his own!

[@sat_sonic]

These are great videos, Ray! I agree with the other commenter’s you seem much happier having your own shop

[@garynewell6947]

yet another epic video Ray you the best well done that man but most important have yourself a great day

[@jimhorton9111]

Glad to see you're doing so well on you're new adventure. Hope you and your family are doing well. Enjoy watching your videos

[@belowzeros]

nice to see some work orders stacking up for you, keep moving forward!

[@eugenemoor1570]

Great videos, your commentaries really makes it all worth watching. Nice to see that there are still a few good and trustworthy mechanics left. One who verifies an issue vice saying and replacing parts. Don't think you will have any problems about making it in your own shop. Keep on cruising.

[@matthewsykes4814]

Morning Ray and family, I'm still awake from a long 12 hour night shift and not sleeping until I've watched you fix stuff. I miss fixing stuff, getting the fluke and tdr out.... wiring diagrams...just the best of times. I miss doing what you do Ray though my stuff was a lot bigger and faster (fast jets) . Still love watching you work though, there's something about watching a pro work that's just quite relaxing and satisfying. Big high five to Mrs Ray and the little one's just because. You have yourself a good one, my bed is calling me.

[@minotaurbison]

that motor shakes more than an angry chihuahua LOL (only commenting to help with YT algo, and couldn't come up with anything better than that)

[@Prpich25]

I always enjoy watching the final part. I love seeing the end result of all that work.

[@MrMattDat]

Ray, great job again! I've always loved the look of the PT Cruiser, but between its design problems and all the other hands that have been in that engine, it is crazy how much you are finding! The owner of the PT is lucky to have found you! Now, about moving your operation to Massachusetts.....

[@LesCattin]

Great videos Ray. I've been deep into PT's and if you take the grill out you can remove rad mountings and rock the whole unit forward and lift the fan out.

[@garybrugone433]

That's a live and learn thing. The first time I did one I did it the same way he did,and then sat back and went...well that was a lot of unnecessary work. I friggin hated working on those.

[@21jimmyjr]

You can have the fan out in no time flat doing it that way.

[@Eddi3xBac0n]

I hate working on pt and caravans and equinox’s. I hate the equinox water pump. You have to raise it up. And it’s up under a cv axle by the right side wall of the front

[@marialewis1739]

Oh, nooooooo. That was a blast, lol. Great video, Ray. Enjoy watching them. Keep up the good work.

[@londoncentral]

Yes loving the new you and your videos Ray. Great now that it is you and Family together. Wishing you all a great future. I feel it is only going to get even better 👍

[@CRAZY_VIDS07]

Keep up the great work 💪

[@joeapicelli8367]

Shop safety is always a priority. Glad it worked out.

[@robertpimpo4698]

Great videos Ray your getting busy very good to see your picking up quick

[@markraday8071]

Good job Ray, you're a far better man than I. LoL my last encounter with a PT cruiser left me covered up to my armpits and grease grime rust and a Rx for tranquilizers LOL

[@thecuss6817]

Good video, shows that even pro mechanics can have issues with repairs that "should" be routine. I've replaced a few AC compressors, have backflushed the old-style serpentine condensers with solvent, and even replaced the parallel flow condenser on my 2004 Frontier after its compressor seized in 2018 in Gila Bend AZ departing for vacation (of course bummed me that my 1998 Frontier with same engine and AC compressor had 2.5 times the miles on it and still works good at 260K miles).

[@brianoregon8616]

I'm glad you're alright!! I've had that happen to me and I was friggin blind for about a week! PPE is definitely a good thing to have on " note to self " lol and btw, love the videos man, I hope you are proud of yourself! Keep up the great work!

[@ronpflugrath2712]

Mouse trap blam danger thanks for showing this. I ditched my steering cooler was leaking now not in way!

[@johncraig406]

Ray, it is good to see you are finally back in Full Swing, and feeling comfortable in your new Setting..... the ole Ray who laughs at himself, enjoyable as ever. Love ya guy

[@lamara2u]

I've been watching your videos for a few months now. I think you're brilliant. I've been a backyard mechanic for 59 years and am buying tools that I really don't need, but, after years of frustration, I am now prepared to not hurt after a job. Thank you for your knowledge and expertise. I will continue to watch and learn.

[@Geezbnme]

Looks like you're on a roll. wish you great success, hope you have a good security system at the new shop.

[@Hoaxer51]

And insurance!

[@WhitentonMike]

I've had my PT radiator out twice due to a bad aftermarket unit that leaked. You don't need to take the intake off. Just the grill and core support.

[@nb1843]

but he wanted to reseal that for shakings only he didnt tell us coz its a shoot in a dark.

[@thenotoriousrvh6091]

That's what I thought after watching the video. Rad,Cond,Fan come out as one piece with the core support out ?

[@damuta007]

Dude. I love watching you work. I get to turn my brain off and just enjoy. But man you gave me anxiety today with not putting towels in the intake manifold holes. I was just waiting for something to fall in. And now you’re doing your own thing and I’m super happy for you but it makes me stress for you. Lol keep up the good work and my your clients squeal just right when you hand them the tab. 😂

[@michaelbruton3537]

Yet another great video from you Ray Hope KZbin are paying you more for these numerous video's your pushing out all highly watchable though

[@pietervanzyl732]

I think you are great. Sadly, one of my greatest pass times is laughing at mechanics in general for being soft. My son wants to be diesel mechanic, so i told him to qualify as boilermaker first to take some heat and repair buckets and scoops before doing diesel mechanic. There need to be more mechanics like you to diagnose problems correctly.

[@michaelpressman7203]

The biggest problem is because of time constraints a lot of guys rush into a job and don't take the time to do proper accurate diagnostic and it ends up being more expensive more work more aggravation for the mechanic and the customer have a great day

[@ken2tou]

I really enjoy watching the diagnostics process. Also, I can appreciate the work you do putting these videos together Ray! Your productions have improved greatly over the years. You are among the top in my books! Keep up the excellent work! 👍🏼

[@chrishengeveld6117]

Ray gave us a Reach around. All i needed today. Thanks Ray. Awesome-sauce 🤟

[@johnillig7281]

Thanks for the video. I would probably always have 1 or 2 bolts or screws left over after trying to do something like this. Great Job.

[@ldiablo9921]

Owner spending more on this repair than the car is worth. 🤣

[@richardklein408]

People get attached to their cars. I have a 2014 Touareg diesel with 115,000 miles that I refuse to part with. Plus, not having a car payment is glorious.

[@tegimr]

@@richardklein408 agreed! A car with no payments and known history is a value to me, for certain. Purchase a new rig (and I'm glad people do) and you don't know for a while if that model has costly quirks. Purchase a used vehicle and you often don't know the history and purchase someone else's headaches. And sometimes you purchase a car that someone has just dumped a lot of money fixing and it's a good rig. I like my old cars.

[@jaykellett2327]

Thanks Ray! I always liked the retro look of the PT Cruiser, and my sister had one and loved it. (Her company gave her a lease car so she sold it). But after watching your video, I have changed my mind about acquiring one. Probably the same issues with the Crossfire.

[@iHelpSolveIt]

The crossfire was a SLC in a new skin... So unlikely

[@theterriblegamer1228]

I loved my PT Cruiser. Had a Blue 05 with a Standard Trans. It wasn't fast or comfy, but it had a low center of gravity and was fun to speed around corners in. Felt like driving a big Go Kart.

[@jamiepatterson1214]

Of course there needs to be a part 3, we have to watch a successful repair. Plus, that high pressure reading come down to a proper level.