The CAR WIZARD shares 10 Crazy Easy and Essential Mechanic Tips

[@zew1414]

I've been a mechanic (auto,diesel, machine, race shop) for 26 years but had to basically resort to doing it part time in my driveway because my wife (RIP) got very aggressive cancer and I had to become her full time caretaker for the last 8 years. Now that she has passed, I have to go back to doing this because really what else can I do. So I'm rebuilding my tools and doing my homework all over again, I've missed a lot in the last 8 years. And even these videos are reminding me of some stuff I have completely forgotten about and it's always a good idea to refresh your brain. You can always forget some tricks that maybe you haven't used in a long time. 👍

[@henrytepasse2101]

I feel like quitting life after watching only 30 seconds

[@jin6000]

Really sorry for your loss. Respect for picking back up the work!

[@kathyellis1705]

Bless your heart! It's hard but, if you're nervous, draw on her confidence and strength to get you through. 💪Go shine.

[@jaimeb4774]

My condolences , i hope life finds you well enough to keeping moving forward, stay strong, she'll always be with you.

[@zacki5663]

sorry for your lost brother. happy to see you getting back into it

[@michaelodonnell8209]

My best tip for a baffling mechanical problem, when your frustration level rises, is to just walk away, get a good night's rest, and you might even know the answer with coffee even before you pick up a single wrench the next morning. Often it takes some distance and time away, because we cannot always see the forest since the trees are in the way. Never push on a job when you are irritated by the seeming complexity. It can become a safety issue and seldom yields good results. A smart mechanic knows when it is time to stop, take a rest, and wait for another day.

[@shawnkelly695]

Get too frusterated and wrenches fly hitting stuff

[@TheOnespeedbiker]

When you start thinking I'm just not applying enough force, it's time to walk away.

[@DrDrobotnik]

@@TheOnespeedbiker unless you're doing suspension... Channel that anger into reconnecting that upper control arm. Then on the next side, you'll be so sore you'll think of using something for leverage 👍

[@user-white007]

When’s things get tricky my mentor always said “Let’s make that a tomorrow issue and chill today” do some other brainless things and often think of a new way to try it

[@trubleSum1]

I read that in a book called 'The Jeep Bible'. Excellent resource.

[@jaxnaturals]

I've been a mechanic for 33 years and I learned from your tips! Everyone sees the trees different so don't think that experienced mechanics can't learn from your videos. Going to get those relays. A+

[@LiveSoundTips]

I make videos specifically for beginners trying to learn about concert sound but I get a fair number of veteran concert engineers (who are way more experienced than I am) saying they learned new things from what I've shared. As you said, "Everyone sees the trees different". 😮🤯🤘

[@UncaringAsshat]

I've been an IT systems administrator for about as long. I'm used to thinking of things end to end in a systematic way, paying attention to cause and effect, cascading problems, focused methods of troubleshooting. And I do stupid, random stuff when out of my element in the car. Always good to realize that we are constantly learning, and nobody knows it all. Grateful to find the Car Wizard. The paper trick for sockets and the superglue for washers; I can't believe I've never tried that!

[@jameswhiteii4679]

@@UncaringAsshat Paper tape or a bit of thread or even a blob of heavy grease can also hold on a washer to help get it in place.

[@z.b6506]

Where can i buy such relays ???!!!

[@freesoul9324]

@@z.b6506 you would better make it yourself, it only contacts the pins 30 and 87 together, nothing complicated.

[@rickhartman3960]

Mr. Wizard, I been a mechanic for 40 + yrs. Back in my younger years I had a local repair shop that would let me watch them work on cars and teach me what video does today. What I'm trying to say is Thank you for inviting us in ur shop, ur tips r awesome. Keep on keeping on.

[@ourtime-downhere6931]

For someone who makes their living working on others vehicles it's incredibly nice of him to share some tips for your backyard mechanics. Due to financial limitations I've always repaired whatever I can myself so learning any new tips or tricks is always very appreciated no matter how small or easy they seem. Excellent video.

[@Xibyth]

Even when it's not a matter of finances, I make it a point to not require society to maintain myself. It's an extremely vital skill, particularly when going through a disaster aftermath, I'm not talking in terms of a zombie apocalypse, but when just a bit too much water can shut down your town your comfort and confidence depends highly on your ability to keep basics running.

[@manedwolfwithagmailaccount1478]

@@Xibyth independence is glorious

[@elijahirby250]

No cap

[@CheekyMonkey1776]

He’s the The Wizard. Don’t think he doesn’t have more...

[@ourtime-downhere6931]

@@CheekyMonkey1776 you mean his whole skill set wasn't displayed in a few minute video? Here I was thinking I was on the same level as him now 🧐

[@sovindercalvin]

I can't believe how calm he was explaining the fuel pump problem right after going full *beast mode* on the fuel tank

[@Greenrosettas]

He also had a couple mini beast modes when he cleaned out those hex bolts. This guy is great 👍

[@rogergaudette9511]

;0

[@brad3201]

I am pretty inexperienced with working on cars but here’s my tip for people like me trying to learn. When you’re watching a KZbin video to learn how to do a job, watch one for the specific car you’re working on (ex. Changing brake pads and rotors 2016 Mazda 3) and then watch another one that is a general video (ex. How to change brake pads and rotors). The first video can help you see things specific to your car and the second more general video is likely more thorough and might have some additional tips or steps

[@I-sed-no]

Good tip

[@JonFinnguitar]

Most good mechanics I know are too busy to make videos like this. I appreciate the time and energy you take to make these. This tips are amazing! Thank you for your generosity!

[@paulvalley2125]

Hello David, As an Electronics Technician for over 40 years another trick that I have used especially with electronics circuit boards when you have to attach a fastener that is not magnetic and is hard to get to, I use beeswax. This will hold a Phillips head or a Allen head screw securely attached to the tool. What's great about this tip is that the beeswax is inert and non-conductive. To keep the beeswax handy but not sticking to everything I will put some into an old cleaned out deodorant container. This way every time you need some you take off the cap and screw up the beeswax to expose it and dip your screw head or your to head into the beeswax. To obtain the beeswax I use the wax ring for a toilet. Hope this helps. Paul

[@charlescos]

The sound is clear, no noise, well balanced (as you prove at 4:49) and high quality. The improvement is great. Just like your content! Now teach Hoovie and Doug how to do sound.

[@StaticImage]

Dude, do you remember when Doug had that HORRIBLE microphone however many years ago? It looked like a stupid Bluetooth headset from the 2000s and it had a really bright, obnoxious blue light on it (the one Wizard has is small and not annoying)... that mic was so bad

[@cheesesyrkyer5290]

the club. Doug got me into Hoovie, Hoovie got me into the one and only Car Wizard. Now who will the Wizard get me into in about 2 years?

[@ryanchenier-poulin8570]

@@cheesesyrkyer5290 you know... youtube must be fixed. Lol

[@charlescos]

Probably will inspire someone to show how to make clear, informative, entertaining, non-click-baiting, polished content with no BS , minimal investment, high following, trustworthiness videos that don't waste our time. The Wizard embodies this and is worth every minute viewed. I think focus and value will prevail in a sea of crap that still surfaces so much.

[@blockpartyvintage1568]

@@charlescos like hoovie says, the Bob Ross of mechanics

[@ronaldwilliams9600]

David is like that older brother or dad you never had who could show you some of his experience. Thanks Car Wizard.

[@joeleyendecker5346]

Yeah don't forget to take the piece of paper that held the bolt so the car doesn't catch fire....lol 🙄

[@maddog3768]

That daddy is only scotty

[@scottbartlett4853]

Two more tips. #11 The fuel pump hammer trick can work on any electric motor that has locked up. Your window regulator motor is a good example. Tap the motor lightly with a hammer as you apply power. Same with a bad starter. #12 When dealing with a very stubborn bolt or nut especially one that is already slightly damaged Tighten it to break it loose, then loosen it. Sounds counterintuitive but it works many times.

[@bluestripes6037]

Washing machine motor too, do you think?

[@reuven2010]

@@bluestripes6037 Can work haha.

[@jagmarc]

Used this trick for many decades, electric windows, stater motors, shavers, washing machines, vacuum cleaners anything with brushes

[@clydedoris5002]

If i tighten a bolt until its loose I got way more problems pass

[@abramwalker882]

No you tighten it just a hair to break it loose from its current position. It works man, I promise. ​@@clydedoris5002

[@Intruderzz]

I’m in the Automotive trade 25 years now, and I have to say ,Car Wizard is absolutely on the ball with All his tips and tricks, listen up folks ,you’re goin to learn a lot from this guy,could listen to him all day,love his no nonsense approach.

[@RonAmundson]

35 years ago, an old mechanic taught me the newspaper/socket trick. Last year, I taught it to another fellow, who visited the now very old mechanic in a nursing home and shared the story of how his teaching continues all these years later. The superglue washer idea is awesome.

[@ollie2244]

You are the Bob Ross of car mechanics. Sometimes I come across a youtuber and say to myself, "I'd like to drink beers and BBQ some meat with this guy". You're one of those dudes invited to my BBQ. I have a lot of humble people coming along. Life is good.

[@baronvonteuchter1412]

No happy little accidents though - I hope! 😂👍

[@Realizinq]

could i please come to ur BBQ

[@scottyreynolds2804]

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[@th1545]

@@Realizinq same lol I'll bring the potato salad

[@hemetelectricalservices]

Well said!! I am one of those guys!!! Lets make a club!!!

[@MateoHernandez-nq7ux]

This guy is extremely proficient at what he does. Damn. A true teacher/mechanic to the bone.

[@TheRealGunnap]

The car wizard really is one of the better KZbin channels. He seems like an honest and fair man. Thanks for all you do!

[@DonBMW]

Just hurst my ears as he’s screaming at me. But I keep listening.

[@TruNorthBandit]

This guy makes me feel bad for mistakes that I've never done.

[@halfpack69]

LMAO!!

[@KeyyRussell]

hahaha ..... same

[@drizler]

Hell I’ve proudly 🥴made most of them😖 repeatedly. Since I slaved in the Rustbelt though all these years how about a bit of forgiveness🤷🏻

[@LarryMorales77]

I've made some of these mistakes. Thank goodness for KZbin University.

[@answeredaxis7968]

Ahahaha same

[@karmicmessenger]

I've been twisting wrenches for over 45 years and can say that these tips are pure gold. I've known this stuff since I was a kid but the accumulation of this kind of knowledge takes years for someone who works on vehicles daily and I am glad that there's someone out there sharing these tricks of the trade. BTW, grease works if you don't have super glue handy.

[@dillasoul2228]

I was just about to mention the grease/pomade alternative, works like a charm

[@redtandem8483]

A wee bit of surf wax works. Also a wee dot of chewing gum.

[@SaintBuick]

Really anything that's sticky helps. I used pine sap once out on the trail.

[@Spec1al-D]

@@SaintBuick pine sap... niiice! im strangely inspired

[@SaintBuick]

@@Spec1al-D Awesome! Just remember the next time you get in a bind to keep your cool and get creative. Anything can be a tool or a substitute in dire enough situations.

[@markmannm2]

The extension tip is brilliant! Ford f150 5th generation starter assembly, there is one bolt up on top of the starter next to the block and bell housing. The passenger exhaust manifold boxes the starter in making the one top by near impossible to get at. Well, multiple extensions and one universal joint adapter. Don't bust your knuckles, line up an extension and from a comfortable distance and wha-la! Wizard tip #xx - If you have a volt meter for your battery indicator you can use it to test for a bad battery or alternator. Normally your voltage output while the vehicle is not running ignition switch on should be just over 12 volts, typically 12.2v to 12.7v when your engine is running your voltage should be just over one volt higher or 13.2v to 13.7, IF you have a low voltage engine not running you need to check your battery, battery connections, etc, if you do not see the voltage increase once your vehicle is running you need to check your alternator. Also, alternators do Not charge batteries if the battery has fallen to a low voltage. This does not mean necessarily that your battery needs to be replaced. The battery can be serviced And perhaps brought back into the proper voltage range for the alternator to charge it normally One more thing, if you only have an idiot light for your battery and alternator, you may wish to go purchase an inexpensive volt meter that can plug into your electrical outlet, cigarette cigar lighter etc. It's well worth the $8 or so you'll pay .MarkMannM2

[@markmiranda9461]

If I lived near this guy he’d be my mechanic. He has integrity, knowledge, and... wizardry.. Awesome video.

[@cardo1111]

The Bob Ross of auto repair, good info and relaxing to watch.

[@theRhinsRanger]

If your fuel pump is stuck, get a rubber mallet, go to the gas tank and just beat the devil out of it :) lol

[@vig5100]

Happy little bolts

[@blackice7408]

Yeh. Kind of asmr for mechanics

[@amerlin388]

However, unlike painting there are no 'happy accidents' in car mechanics.

[@AlexMartinez-1316]

The new generation of shade tree mechanics is us KZbin mechanics. 😎

[@TheOzthewiz]

Excellent video! BTW, the fuel pump trick will also work on starter that has a bad spot on the commutator by rapping it with anything you can reach it with.

[@jackwood8307]

ojars zvaigzne/ drove a vw van for a few years doing this! Was broke and was hanging on by my fingernails so I had to do it. Sucked though if I stalled out at a light and had to get out and crawl under it to do this! My road companions were not usually very happy. Finally this stopped working and i got a new starter.

[@atodaso1668]

this got me back from being 30km down a logging road , my friend would get out with a piece of wood and hammer the tank and it would run for 5 mins then die. The dealer towed it 300km home for me under warranty, I partied in whistler for the weekend instead.

[@WBush-uc9pe]

Right on! "Percussive Maintenance" to the rescue. :-)

[@picklemetimbers3003]

I drove a 97 Honda accord for daily for about 3 months from banging on the starter. At that time in my life all I could afford was a hammer. That I borrowed.

[@mediumunwell]

Can rap it with my mixtape?

[@Joe.D.780]

i usually stick a little button magnet on the side of my sockets if i have trouble with the bolt falling out . cheap way to magnetize your sockets or drivers

[@noiricha]

You can always learn something new if someone is willing to share their knowledge .Thanks for sharing ...

[@joseyar9356]

To lubricate "O" rings I've used Vaseline Petroleum Jelly for 40 years, never had a problem cutting or nicking seals. The Navy called it Petrolatum Technical, same thing, works great and it's cheap.

[@richeyrich2203]

That will work well with any rubber that's not a natural base rubber. There are a few types of rubber which are not used much any more that will degrade from contact with petroleum distillates.

[@chikogota]

vaseline is also used to assembly rotaries

[@ItsMeUrDaad]

Astroglide work well too lmao

[@coyote5735]

The internet really has made life easier for the engineer, when I get stumped with a problem the answer is nearly always on there. It can save hours of struggling and testing.

[@Your_username_]

Coyote That is true. Especially in engineering, you don`t have to reinvent the wheel because someone else has already found the solution.

[@buzzcrushtrendkill]

So true. I think back to how much I, and my friends, did things the hard way because we simply didn't know there was a different approach to take. Now all that tribal knowledge can be shared.

[@addambyers]

Note to engineers: don’t engineer shit until you work on it! So many times we have all hated engineers for stupid solutions for easily solve able issues without the added headache.

[@robrain1344]

Learning about banging on gas tank blew me away. I used bang on starter motor but never dream of bang to get fuel pump stasrt.... 200% thanks for that tip

[@RustyMustang45]

As a qualified mechanic i can vouch for this guy he knows how to make life easier

[@Nicole-dj3jf]

I live in north Dakota my belt has a sound only on the first start of the day it's really cold is this because of the cold weather? It squeals just for a minute or so then everything is fine until the next cold start in the morning?

[@GhostBlueEternalFlame]

@@Nicole-dj3jf That can be several things. The belt can be bad, the bearings to that pulley can be bad. Squeals are typically metal related. You should search on KZbin. Engine squeals when I start it in the cold. Reasons belts squeal. If that belt goes, then you are dead in the water on that engine. It’s not going to run.

[@marcpaesen460]

@@Nicole-dj3jf Belt to loose or worn out

[@Nicole-dj3jf]

@@marcpaesen460 thank you it just got the alternator and started changed so I'm guessing bad belt he said all the bearing and pulleys where good thx

[@hiendkle]

​@@Nicole-dj3jf bless you for coming back and letting us know

[@allenh118]

I used to check youtube when I couldnt figure something out... now I check it before I even try!!!

[@LethalDentCompany]

Tony Lam can you guide me to the short to ground section on my Mercedes c63? cAnt seem to find it and I read it in all the languages.

[@DickiMonster]

Just like building a lego set with just the picture not the instructions plan

[@hughwolf5418]

Me to, I own my own shop business, I check KZbin first .

[@chriswilliams2652]

Me too. I tell my kids they have no idea what it was like before the internet. Before just about any answer is at your fingertips. Answers....and porn. I left out the porn comment with the kids fyi.

[@allisself8819]

I just graduated 6 months of classes in automotive and learned the basic but there isn’t nothing like hearing from mechanics that deal with everyday issues. I’m not done learning and love this industry because this is my passion. I want to do things the right way and make customers happy. Thanks again for helping me with simple mistakes that can be avoided with just a little thought and effort.

[@byloyuripka9624]

Good luck if you are interested in learning you can become a great mechanic. A great place to learn is a shop where there are fleets of mechanics and equipment, you can see others working and learn from a plethora of knowledge accrued over time and a good shop should have constant breakdowns that require troubleshooting. I work on boats nowadays so half my time is driving sourcing weird parts and its sadly rare that i have to troubleshoot a complex problem but i am ahead of many because my earlier experiences.

[@Mazdatree]

You put exactly how I feel into works. Finding the right 2 year school and the right degree it hard

[@ronniemullis8717]

Wizard is great, also check out Rainman Rays Repairs and South Main auto.

[@hazmania4794]

@@Mazdatree If that’s how you feel, I hope you go for it, and find the right school! I’m 58, disabled, and trying to learn how to fix/maintain my own car, because I’m SO tired of walking into a repair shop and being treated like ‘payday’. I don’t mind paying for necessary repairs/maintenance, but I’m so tired of being ripped off by unscrupulous mechanics, many of whom don’t even know how to fix the car! People like you, and All is SELF, who are honest, passionate about learning, and genuinely want to make customers happy are so needed! Do it!

[@70sfred1]

Good luck and always be honest, because as a customer, some have and some have not. I finally found an honest place and I go there for all of my car needs!

[@douglasburnside]

Super glue trick and relay/switch were new to me. All 10 of these tips are gold.

[@Rickmakes]

Google has changed the game on repairing things. I even google things I know just to make sure I am using the best techniques and practices.

[@Cartier_specialist]

The Internet in general has changed the world. It allows the free flow of knowledge to be shared as fast as your connection to the Internet is.

[@Rickmakes]

Perry Elyod Good point! There can be very valuable information in the comments.

[@glasser2819]

any tip about fixing SAM's acting up on Benz ?

[@freshstart3555]

Same here. I personally look for more efficient way of doing things. My way is or doesn't always have to be the best if sometimes anothers way is better.

[@robertcurrey1929]

I have a trustworthy mechanic do a front end service on my MIL van. The next day she says “it’s acting weird” (the PS was pulsing at slow speed turns). I returned it, showed the issue, and it was something he had never seen (weird was used again). I and a tech of his found the TSB at about the same time via a search that the PS hose needed a loop added. Longer hose, added with new loop, problem solved. It was something you would never notice until the worn bushings had been replaced.

[@seanwieland9763]

Silicone spray lubricant is also the secret to pulling electrical wires through rubber gaskets without struggling.

[@scottfirman]

Hoses also. Dish soap works too. Dilute some in a sprayer and shoot some on the wires. They slide in.

[@gokblok]

YUUUUUUUUUUUUPPP

[@JtMotley]

I died when he went from calm to banging on the gas tank

[@jerrymoreno6396]

No capp

[@diemman70]

That’s how he fixes the Hoopties.

[@donotwantahandle1111]

Yeah he let out some repressed anger there!

[@800624]

I was a fleet mechanic for many years. Tapping on the gas tank to get a fuel pump to run works.

[@TwentytenS4B8]

Works for a stuck level sender too.

[@marko7843]

I discovered another "don't get boxed in" tip when replacing the steering pump on my supercharged 3800 Riviera. I found the right combination of tools for the underside, but the stuff I had to attack from the top was nearly impossible. When putting the new one in, it dawned on me that removing the upper washer fluid tank would give my elbow a place to go that would get the wrench where I needed it! Moral: See if there's anything else, easily removed, that will get you toward your goal... 🙂 (Also, I use masking tape instead of the paper trick to hold bolts in sockets. That way the tape comes back out with the socket.)

[@gilmour6754]

I've never worked on a car but some of these tips are awesome in other areas. I used to do computer repair and the bit about needing to make sure your tools are actually making full contact with what you're trying to manipulate is SO IMPORTANT! Even with other types of closures. Placement/contact is the difference between unclasping plastic tabs cleanly or ripping the back right off a laptop. I love this channel. It's great seeing an expert give master class lessons like this!

[@andrewdomenitzdmd]

The hammering of the fuel tank is like the beating on your starter motor when it won't start.

[@gtarules1]

Does that actually work??

[@andrewdomenitzdmd]

@@gtarules1 Yes if it can unstick the float or jiggle a wire int becoming connected. These methods are not a permanent fix.

[@reivertomwilson4959]

Even if it doesn't work, you'll feel better after you beat the crap out of your fuel tank.

[@javiervalenzuela7214]

@@reivertomwilson4959 this trick has never worked for me but your right, I did feel much better.

[@cccycling5835]

same with blower motors

[@Rexmorgan687]

Has to be my absolute fave channel on KZbin. Such a chill-dude sharing their wisdom w/ the world! Keep up the great work!

[@dyingbreed5386]

To expand on tip #1; not only do you not want to get mentally stuck in one area, don't get stuck on one vertically either. Sometimes it's easier to get to a bolt on the underside by going in from the top.

[@ashishpatel350]

The problem is here The solution is here But the solution is not there. Better than most philosophical writings.

[@sarahmathias9463]

It is honestly.

[@thereisa6inthename]

I was on the edge of my seat.

[@BiologicalEngineer]

Wow, actually though

[@KLAWNINETY]

His delivery is almost poetic.

[@kirkjohnson9353]

I stopped reading Nietsche so that I could watch his videos

[@1guitarfreak4]

I'll be honest, I wasn't expecting much. Now I've favorited this video for future reference

[@yakobwakjera2102]

Nice comment

[@ericlewandowskivlogs]

I was expecting some wizardry, because I've been following him for a bit now, but I still saved it also.

[@grantperkins368]

Me neither, thought I'd seen 'em all ... but there were a couple, I'm like "hmmm, good idea" ... Nice one, Car Wizard!

[@kingkongxxi2625]

Litterly all of these were great and new tips to me

[@chillinwithdylan636]

@@kingkongxxi2625 *literally 😎✌

[@maurosgarage]

"it evaporates and you never see it again "... ahhh you mean like my paycheck? Wow that fuse trick you pulled out is so simple yet genius!

[@kio51423]

😂😂😂

[@wes518171]

Great video, my dad was a successful automatic transmission mechanic in the 60s and 70s. He was good and he was fast (air tools galore) working a flat rate hour. He gave me all his tools after he retired and I noticed he had several 3 and 4 ft. Extensions hanging on the side of his tool box and I wondered what he used then for. Now I know.

[@LuckyCharms777]

Sounds like he was a pro. 😃

[@busman2050]

Avoid air tools when reassembling a transmission, you are going to get more comebacks

[@waterheaterservices]

This man has a sound of satisfaction and enjoyment in his voice about his work. We should all endeavor to enjoy our work like he does.

[@connorschill9469]

Video and audio quality are great wizard. Well done this channel has came an incredible way since the beginning.

[@StaticImage]

Yeah, they're really learning as they go and adjusting to it as opposed to trying to overproduce something and putting out garbage. I like it.

[@justinnitsuj7041]

That some sort of underhanded comment? The channel has always been wizard level! And yes he improved the audio/video components of channel :D

[@justinnitsuj7041]

@@StaticImage imo it seems to "jive" with the posit that tyler had influence at the beginning..lol

[@TheOzthewiz]

Has to be among the BEST youtube presenters.

[@StaticImage]

@@justinnitsuj7041 If you were asking me, the answer is NO. I mean what I say- this channel started off very simple and with very little know how on how to do most of this KZbin stuff. So they stuck to simplicity and focused on finding ways to improve. Others would have gone down the path of just trying to throw heavy production at everything and it would turn into just garbage. But Team Wizard has stayed true to form and they're better off because of it. tl;dr- I have tons of respect for Wizard. He's doing it right and I really like it.

[@carnut678]

I’m in my 50’s. It took me years before I figured this simple stuff out on my own. You young guys watching... listen to the man😎

[@shanemitchell477]

I have a tip, if you have no heat in your car, but the blower motor is running, you more than likely have a plugged heater core....You can go to a car wash, take the hose off the easy end of the intake (or whatever hose is attached to your heater core). Take the nozzle at that car wash, and wrap the hose around the end, and blow compressed water into it. It will blow out all that crap and you'll have heat again, but I do suggest draining your antifreeze and changing it after that.

[@EricMilner-qo2jn]

This is probably not a good idea for way too many reasons.

[@shanemitchell477]

@@EricMilner-qo2jn I guess you have never done it before. I've done it on multiple vehicles, it's always worked, yes there is a chance it will blow out your heater core, but since it's either that or replace it anyway (which is a pita on many cars). There is no reason not to try it.

[@thejoneseys]

Using paper on a bolt head and super glue for washers. Genius tips in this video, thank you. The microphone works great by the way, great quality 👍🏻

[@bobtheelectrician6692]

You can also use softened candle wax to temporarily bond a screwdriver tip to the fastener.

[@mr.slaphappy3794]

I find that a bit of grease instead of superglue works, although it can be a bit fiddly sometimes.

[@andyt3938]

I keep a ball of “dum- dum” or window sealing tar in bottom drawer for this. Sticky, and handles banging around.

[@brickwal92tt]

A fresh leaf works just as well!

[@fishhuntadventure]

I didn’t realize superglueing stuff wasn’t common. doesn’t nascar crews do that with lug nuts?

[@PullTab]

A tip that blew my mind was an easier way to align the input shaft when mounting the transmission to the engine.... Get some real long bolts and cut the heads off of them, then thread them into the engine. They will guide the transmission into to the correct orientation, then replace the long bolts with normal bolts as you bolt everything together,

[@calvingoodswimmer2944]

Yuup works really good,done that lot's.

[@JustAnotherJarhead]

maybesome long bars of all thread?

[@MindbodyMedic]

used this trick fitting gas lines to a 20 cylinder caterpillar gas generator engine.

[@IROCZ28PHOENIX]

damn genius level mech- witchery. XD

[@jhorne18]

With GREAT tips like yours, you need to get on KZbin, as well. The more knowledge out there makes it easier for all of us.

[@scottdeason2940]

I knew some of these "old school " tricks of the trade, but learned some new ones. Very fresh and concise.

[@DirtyRottenBikes]

Another Tip I use on occasion is when your trying to install spark plugs in tough locations, you can take a piece of fuel hose and slide it onto the end of the plug and use it to guide the spark plug into the hole and can twist the end of it to screw the plug in enough so that you can finish up with a socket and an extension. I’ve also used the hose Tip when installing knock sensors on some Hondas when they are really difficult to get your fingers in there.

[@daviddowns7552]

Good tip with the rubber air hose those are very hard to get back on.

[@robertmckeown3014]

My dad showed me that one back in the 70s

[@dirkzwack9918]

It also very difficult to cross thread something when using that rubber hose.

[@tgeliot]

It helps a lot if you can get some hose that is straight. Curved hose is a PITA.

[@jamespn]

Spraying silicone in the window tracks will sometimes free up stuck or slow moving power windows.

[@dafirnz]

I do it as part of maintenance. The track will get dry and eventually the resistance will take the motor out.

[@Vfh........y]

1997 Honda Accords are bad for getting dry. Quick shot or two every few months and you are good to go

[@DavidLLambertmobile]

I did that with a 1998 Ford CV sedan(LX) & it worked well. ✔. I'd go over a older SUV or car 🚘 with the spray 2x a year if you have power windows.

[@rfreitas3298]

Well reminded

[@user-ys6pk7tw9h]

That work for me.

[@MrForcat]

Best 26 minutes I’ve spent in months, I was aware of most but only one of these pays. My mentor in a garage taught me some tips back in 1991, every time I use them I remember the guy. I think open mind and ability to learn is the main skill for a mechanic, got a few cars and bikes and do most of the repairs cause I enjoy learning and finding out what the issues are

[@sirich7751]

I immediately had visions of me in a lawn chair while fixing the car w/ 10' of extensions.

[@zachtaylor1288]

Just need 400ft lbs to turn it😂

[@oneofmany1087]

extensions are good even at tax time

[@garynew9637]

Haha

[@viktorhansen3331]

SI Rich I can do all my repair work from inside my house from now on

[@mayasevelen]

😩

[@rickjacobson50]

The first sign of wisdom is...."restatement of the obvious". Your videos are very good and a nice reminder that more people can handle this car mechanic stuff if they have a little curiosity and some gumption. I was an executive headhunter most of my career but was always trying to figure things out or fix something. This included maintenance and issues specific to my cars, the family and even some friends and neighbors. Most of my vehicles have been Honda the last 37 years. I even did some time at Monro and Firestone as an entry-level tech during Covid-19. I agree with your Tip #10 and would also add beyond Google and KZbin searches, look up the "Forum" for your car online. I've been part of Piloteers for many years and get outstanding wisdom from owners and actual mechanics on Honda Pilots. I told every customer who would listen how to look that forum up for their cars because a good handful of people who love their common cars, find a place to share ideas. Kind of like "birds of a feather flocking together". Keep up the good work Car Wizard.

[@sebastianmackay5657]

"With a flip of a switch, I can answer five questions at once" that was such a flex 🥵😂

[@Josef_R]

And then proceeds to list all 4 of them...

[@MiggyCW]

What is that relay tester called?

[@thomasmiller9001]

Y'all be hating on him and close minded at the same time smh. He answered 4 of them in sequence of what they were not. Proceeded to tell you the what the final 2 results could be, which is the 5th answer. 😅🤫.......🤯🤪 listen with your eyes some more Tommy, that's what they used to tell me, your ears work just fine.

[@thomasmiller9001]

Any ways good night trolls

[@danielpleskot2768]

The one with the fuel pump actually works with the starter too, I've done it for whole summer 😀

[@yubasunproductions2494]

yup a little tap with a lighter

[@bluor3713]

Also, a few taps on a bad a/c blower motor can get it turning again.

[@paulkeating2049]

..hit the starter with a broom handle while the key is held on. Just remember to let go of the key as soon as the car starts.

[@emmettrodriguez111]

Broom handle will work on fuel tank also ! No dents on fuel tank either , truly an emergency procedure .

[@lauriemacquanan2141]

I was shown with a starter if I am stuck somewhere to get a long screw driver and make contact with the two outside screws n it will jump it some I can make it to the mechanic.

[@garbo8962]

I was a maintenance sparky for 50 years and learned a few tricks from you. You are so correct in having extra long ratchet extensions. Still buying toys mean tools at my old age.

[@johnb1268]

About three years old. However, I do appreciate your content tremendously. I enjoy working on vehicles, home issues ( hardware) as well when not "an emergency" as in getting to work, and you cannot afford a good mechanic. I do all my repairs on my oun, not by choice, but necessity. Your tips here help me take care of my family. Experience is underrated and undervalued. Honestly, I just cannot afford it presently. So your tips are and were critical to me. I wish I could afford a good honest mechanic, but I can't right now. I just have to figure things out in the no choice but myself mode. Thank you for your help.

[@Mr3X7R3M3]

For the washer falling off the bolt, I’ve always used a tiny bit of grease because washers stick to it pretty well… never thought to use glue

[@jagmarc]

magnet

[@Mr3X7R3M3]

@@richlewis6800 head bolts are supposed to be OILED before installation, so the idea of grease being a problem is i misconception

[@Richard-gn6hw]

What the hell are triple squares?

[@vwecco1]

Similarly to banging the fuel tank to get the pump to work again, for dead power windows: With window switch pressed to desired up/down action, slam the door ( keeping button pressed) two hand maneuver, watch window regulator work again.

[@mysticjedi6730]

Better yet, don't drive on empty to keep your fuel pump cool and buy toyota or honda and your fuel pump will last the life of the vehicle..

[@PorscheRoseSylveon]

@@mysticjedi6730 cries in GM vehicle

[@Mr3X7R3M3]

I learned to rebuild engines from an old retired mechanic and already knew most of these lol The relay tester switch was the best one for me

[@jagmarc]

Unfortunately the response you get back is "So how much is a new relay to fix it?"

[@mikeholt1248]

Absolutely one of the best pearls of advice you will ever hear is what this gentleman just said, just call it a day (or a night), go get cleaned up, relax and quit thinking about that blankety-blank frustrating problem. Almost every time when you re-address the problem the next day or whenever you get to it, then you will solve it much quicker than you believe possible. I should know, I am an expert at getting into frustrating auto repairs! PS: At at least it’s not a total loss, you learn lots of new cuss words each time

[@carlosmejia5728]

"Use Google, KZbin... I do that myself.."... you're an honest person ✌️

[@bobm7275]

He didn't mention, sometimes You need to look at a few to find the intelligent guy.

[@Cultural_Supremacist]

That and iATN. I think you have to be a working tech to be a member though. Can't tell you how many weird jobs I got through using KZbin. If someone made a video of the procedure (one I'm not familiar with), why not use it? I'm trying to fix cars and make money, not learning how to be a better narcissist by pretending I know everything.

[@camcorder911]

You remind me of some of the balls-to-the-wall Union Journeyman electricians I worked with as an apprentice. Extremely thorough, you easily distringuish "bad," or "good," and you take your work seriously and expect the same from anyone else who approaches your trade. Subscribed

[@hemetelectricalservices]

Amen

[@Iconoclasher]

One thing I've done for allen head or torx heads that are stripped out, put a dab of Clover lapping compound in the socket then stick the wrench in and turn. The compound is carbide I think and it generates some serious friction between the head and wrench. It works 80% of the time.

[@SwaggingWithBen]

With Tip #9 make sure you're not running your engine, otherwise you probably won't see the interior lights dim due to the alternator putting out 14 ish volts.

[@curtisangelamay1510]

The Wizard should run a "Shade Tree Camp" a two week course where you get to wrench with the Wizard and learn a ton.

[@robhughes8516]

C Curtis Klotz this is actually a really good idea!

[@ixionn563]

I'd love to work at the Wizard's shop, seems like a really cool down to earth guy.

[@zaneullman2543]

Wow, been a family mechanic a long time and still learned from your tricks, thank you! Tomorrow I’ll spray some silicone on my legs before I pull my pants up 😂

[@Gijeff69]

Love ya brother! Every one of these “tips” I wish someone would have given me as a young AutoTechnician 30 years ago. One side note, NEVER use silicone products in and around fuel, intake or exhaust systems of the modern automobile as any silicone contamination can take out 02 sensors. Especially injector O-rings.

[@1robhook]

I've heard this too in a technical bulletin from Mercedes Benz but it was MAP/MAF sensors that were being fouled. They investigated this after hundreds of cars all over the world would have the MAP/MAF sensors fail again and again, sometimes 10 or more times in a year. Turns out there was silicone spray in the intake from a mechanic spraying it around and the replacement sensor would just get another does of silicone after a couple hundred miles. Some cars were literally returned under lemon laws because of this. Cost them millions I'm sure.

[@ACitizenOfOurWorld]

VW has the same warning in their engine service manual.

[@user-fk8zw5js2p]

What to use instead of silicone products?

[@hemetelectricalservices]

Snappp

[@lincoln6981]

I’ve used silicon spray and even silicon paste for injector o-rings and I never had a problem 🤷🏻‍♂️ on jags and rovers. Not for o2 sensors tho

[@globalpilot76]

You’re such a calm dude… love your style and your integrity. Folks in Kansas are very lucky to have Omega

[@MrGaryRoberton]

Sound? Perfect Picture? As good as it gets on my laptop. Tips? You are a credit to your occupation. Thanks David.

[@deplorabass1588]

We DEMAND more mechanic tips!!! Those were very useful.

[@Mrbfgray]

See my pilot bearing tip here. ;-) I totally agree, love USEFUL content!

[@danlevesque5437]

I was expecting to see the rubber vacuum hose inserted into the spark plugs for easily starting them into the holes during the paper and glue demonstration

[@trbobrick]

These tips are seriously amazing, I'm going to be using ALL of these from now on. I can't tell you how many bolts I've dropped and spent so much time fishing out with a magnet because they wouldn't stay inside of a socket. Thank you wizard!

[@dan_zehner]

Started working as a part time mechanic at a shop specializing in classic Land Rovers. Thanks for an inspiring video for thinking up my own wizardry on these old trucks!

[@Lee-San247]

For Tip #6 I’ve used sticky wax for many years to keep a bolt in the socket. Wax rings for toilets or if you can find a block of soft beeswax. Either one works great and it eventually melts away.

[@zaklarue-buckley3906]

I use Vaseline. Fill the socket with vaseline and the bolt stays in. Can also use it to stick the washer to the bolt.

[@DanielJohnson-ec8rk]

Also a piece of plastic bag like grocery bag over top of a bolt head will hold something in place

[@alinutzalin6346]

On tip Nr. 5, I usually use dialectic grease instead. That's what I have. Learned it the hard way. Ripped the stupid accordion. Now, I didn't use the grease to stop that from happening, I actually disconnected the hose along with a section of the airbox, much easier to take off and not fight the compact space. The grease just makes it easier to slide it back into place. On tip Nr. 7. I personally use nut drivers here, since they have a magnet inside them, they just hold the fastener for me, they also make it easier to remove stuff without unscrewing it 95% and then use my hand to take it out so it doesn't fall down....

[@TheTubaMan2]

The manual relay switch is so obvious and could have helped me so much in the past.

[@fernando13e]

Another tip related to o rings, if you need to remove em without hurting lines or aluminium housings you can use a toothpick to have it removed.

[@channingsparks7759]

The mic is very good, very professional! Video quality as well.

[@kurt666kurt666]

Young mechanic voice “hey Dave I glued my finger to the bolt,

[@watermonkey9440]

lolz

[@bryantcurtis2665]

Are use duct tape to tape some Lugnuts to my friends drive shaft

[@bakerloobadboy]

@Mike Anderson I had a neighbour who was too tight to fix his exhaust that was blowing very badly. On my home from work one morning I came across a dead rabbit at the side of the road. I took this home and secured it to his exhaust. A couple of days later after he had given some money to the local repair garage he told me that some little s**t had strapped a dead rabbit to his exhaust (I faked a surprised look). "Man, it stunk" he said as he cried about how the mechanic told him that they had removed the exhaust to find the problem and it was unlikely to survive being put back on so he should really replace it.

[@chrisepps6902]

@@bakerloobadboy what the fuccck 😂😂😂

[@TheMotorcycleMuse]

Hilarious 😂

[@prawnk1ng]

Such a nice guy and good camera work from Mrs wizard.

[@mikegleco3388]

I seen your clip on 2016 sonata 2.4 motor rapping and low oil . I found out that the pcv clogs up forcing your engine oil pass piston ring and valves seals. On my 2014 Santa Fe gls SUV with a 3.3 6l by changing the PVC and adding rislone in a oil change no more oil consumption.

[@RolandAshcroft]

18:20 I am not a mechanic but I wrench on things time to time. I normally temporarily magnetize the wrench by a smaller or larger magnet.

[@JoseSantiago-hv3xm]

I swear I have to say I love your channel- just the way you lay topics out and go step by step makes it really easy to follow along and learn. Might I add you have great skill in the teaching dept- that is a big part in helping one to develop confidence when learning mechanical work! 🤙🏼

[@Chimera6297]

hitting random things with hammers has proven to be a surprisingly effective technique

[@eringrave6622]

I was at the airport dropping my friend off for a flight. This was way back when you could watch the flight take off. Everyone was boarded and they were firing up the engine and made a loud boom and it seemed to cause some concern because they didn't move out if the docking spot. After a couple of more booms that I could feel in the terminal they were delaying the flight. I was watching out the window from where they all just boarded and a maintenance guy is fast walking to the plane with a claw hammer in his hand. When after a half hour if sitting in the not running plane they let everyone off the plane. I said my friend they are trying to fix that big booming noise with a claw hammer. Let's see if you can reschedule. They did let him reschedule. They flew that same plane empty to Detroit and the next day, his rescheduled time it was the same plane again! It made us all a bit nervous.

[@monkeseeaction21987]

Except putting on the O ring

[@m80thewolf86]

And if it doesn't work, you already have something to help vent that frustration lol.

[@paulkeating2049]

I learned that from Arthur Fonzarelli, "heyyy!"

[@Steven22453]

Does it work on people too? 😁

[@nedfox6534]

I love you tips, many I have seen but many are new to me. I have been in automotive for 55 years, heard people say they know everything about something. THEY ARE STUPID, you and I both know a lot but the moment you say you know everything, YOU ARE STUPID. I learn something every day and I like to watch your stuff. At 63 years old I am still learning. Thank you

[@cdorhoutable]

I've been working on cars (hobby) for 20+ years and learned a TON from this video! You're the man Wizard!

[@MrMopar413]

Great tips , I’m retired heavy duty diesel mechanic and the super glue trick👍👍 and the paper trick is better then mine is using masking tap in the socket. And I love the relay switch trick and I went to your store on Amazon and purchased a set👍👍👍 thanks for the tips. Never to old to learn something new.

[@montestu5502]

Upcoming winter tip: Silicone spray on your shovel and/or snow blower chute keeps the snow from sticking!

[@FrankGutowski-ls8jt]

I told my niece that once. She looked at me like I was crazy. I told her mom, my sister, that she should spray the area where huge clumps of frozen slush builds up right behind her car’s wheel wells. She thought I was crazy too.

[@kittykat999a]

Monte Stu What is this snow you speak of? Perhaps you should move south a ways. Lol..

[@scottfirman]

If its all rusty and nasty, paint the inside of the blower housing, the augar and shute That prevents the snow from sticking also.

[@jeffnorbert1871]

WD40 works too

[@scottfirman]

@@jeffnorbert1871 PB Blaster works as well

[@dagamer667]

Great tips! As far as using lubricants for orings and hoses goes, use silicone brake lube! It's safe for rubber parts. Unlike what I've done in the past a few times, which is to remove the oil cap and run your finger inside of that, hahaha. If you don't have a set of magnetic sockets to hold the bolts, there much more environmentally friendly and sustainable alternative. Especially for shadetree mechanics whose shop floor has grass. Grab a blade of grass or a leaf from a bush, and make a shim with it instead. And it's very unlikely that any harm will result if it falls off into the engine bay.

[@jamies8973]

Many years ago, a blade of grass (it may have been 2 or 3) was used the very first time I used a shim to hold a bolt onto a socket. This is solid advice.

[@iamher6422]

And just like that, I learned a plethora of tips and tricks that would’ve otherwise caused me a lot of frustration... Wizard, you, Sir, are a gem!

[@kennycunningham8721]

I have been a auto tech for 30+ years and have watched two of your videos this on on the tips and the one on the jaguar and the jaguar one I learned a lot . On your tips tonight on tip 6 and 7 where you use paper on the socket and glue to hold the washer on you can also use grease to hold the bolt in the socket. It's really nice to watch a video and learn something thank you sir and keep the tech stuff coming.

[@TheBlueicefang]

A mechanic that i work for once told me "if you can touch a bolt with your finger, you can take off. Just need to be creative."

[@Cultural_Supremacist]

...and patient.

[@tts626]

I think that advice might apply to a lot of different situations than auto mechanics LOL!

[@NickTaylorRickPowers]

Does the finger have to be your own and does it have to be attached to the hand it came from?

[@SilverbackE12B]

If you strip out an Allen head bolt, there’s a super easy way to still engage it. Take a hammer and hit the bolt head a couple of times. Go 2 sizes up on your Allen socket and place it on the bolt and hit it with your hammer. ( this causes the material in the bolt head to collapse in) Then you want to take your original Allen size and tap it into the bolt head. Make sure it is at full depth. You don’t want to use a power tool at this point for risk of re stripping it. Put on your ratchet and apply some pretty damn generous force downward onto the ratchet and make very light turns. (If it strips again, repeat but hit the bigger socket a few times more and harder so it seats better. Cheers. 🍻 I’m an industrial mechanic ( millwright) and Allen bolts are often a headache. Especially when you’re doing maintenance on machinery that you didn’t install🚬

[@FedkaSlovanich]

i always heat it up a bit and do it

[@tl1024]

I will add this simple one to the o-ring thing. Whatever your trying to seal with o-ring probably has a lubricant in it that's compatible with your o-ring.. think about it. Ac has pag oil, power steering, transmission, motor oil.

[@Kinghavs]

Seems like such a nice gentle guy.. glad he is a youtube millionaire

[@longfade]

I haven’t even graduated to "shade tree mechanic" level yet, so this is great info for me. Thanks man.

[@_not_your_mom]

Same dude

[@shortydancer]

Lol same. Just a dude learning to work on my car by watching youtube.

[@zigzag7194]

A friend of mine.... well I say a friend doesn't like me watching KZbin because I'm now learning bit by bit from KZbin. And to tell you the truth i think I'm getting better at fixing my own cars better than he does it. ✔ Plus he gets less £££ out of me now 🇬🇧

[@TheYouTubeMechanic]

The best way to start getting more experience is to advertise on craigslist services and facebook marketplace. Mainly craigslist. That's how I started and I'm doing ok.

[@TheYouTubeMechanic]

I just uploaded a video talking about how to start a mechanic service. this comment have me the idea.

[@Squares.SSs.and.Bowties]

Mr Wizard, 1st I'd like to comment on the TV show - you are a true asset to the show. Appropriate humor, good knowledge etc... good car show type entertainment! Thanks for that. 2nd I understand you served for our good ole r,w & b... Thank you for your service! Finally- this sort of video is a really great concept. The world thinks there are 2 types of mechanics- professionals and diy guys or hobbyists. I have a small excavation company and below a certain level of difficulty, l fix most of my own problems and do ALL of my own maintenance. I also enjoy hot rodding but dont have nearly enough of that in my life. Anyhow, never being formally taught the art of mechanics I know my speed is way behind the curve or my techniques dont evolve because I'm too focused on getting the job done. So these tips are SUPER helpful! Also, would love to view your approach to larger or harder jobs that you see people procrastinating over. I have a terrible habit of youtubing the hell out of something only to find out there was nothing left to doing it... but doing it! I still fall into that trap a lot. Anyhow there are many types of mechanics other than the two stereo types I mentioned that will really benefit from your tips. These tips, order of operations, good tool advising, troubleshooting techniques etc are all going to help us folks that find ourselves doing this on a daily basis in one way or another! Thanks! You are the man!!!