CAR WIZARD Replaces Transmission Mount on '04 Mercedes S430

The CAR WIZARD introduces his new '04 Mercedes S430.
He also shows how to replace a failed transmission mount on the W220 chassis.
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[@cheesesandwich1236]

The piece of wood. One of the most underated tools

[@ArthurMoore-ii8nn]

THAT'S WHAT SHE SAID!

[@pauljohansson7697]

Yes it is.

[@JDMHaze]

bigart1993 lol

[@JDMHaze]

this is true

[@mauriciomarianocarneiro]

Not in a fight

[@motoring9056]

That book time analogy is very true. People think you’re ripping them off but in truth you just learned how to make time. That’s plain skill and that’s part of what they’re paying for.

[@HT-io1eg]

Go wizard go! You’re the epitome of what I enjoy on KZbin. A quiet, calm expert. No shouting, no razzmatazz, no style over substance (not saying you have no style - your quiet confident expertise is totally stylish!). All power to you. I wish I didn’t live half a continent and an an ocean away, I’d bring my vehicles to you!

[@saddestchord7622]

Yeah, I like this channel. He's only going to get even better with time in terms of editing, sound, and stuff like that.

[@zephead843]

Agreed. And no *ucking death metal playing in the background. Car Wizard doesn't go for that nonsense.

[@gehrBehr1]

I've always said "you don't pay me to turn the bolt, you pay me to know what bolt to turn and by how much"! Wizard is awesome!

[@zephead843]

Full stop, mic drop!

[@royblankenship5185]

Your point about flat rate is SPOT ON. Being able to finish a job quickly because of competence and experience is the reward....😊

[@mohamedelyaouti2051]

The wizard is awesome, no lame music , over dramatics, just clear calm concise

[@traviscone340]

I worked as a boat mechanic for a number of years. We went by the book time on most repairs. They're not paying you for what you do, they're paying you for what you know. Knowing how to do it is the most valuable part of the business.

[@loreaxTheDane]

Thank you miss wizard for your questioning!

[@Bierkameel]

At first I thought it was Hoovie.

[@felawes]

Mrs Wizard has epic comic timing. Always comes in at the perfect time.

[@mouaxiong8618]

Some people may find her annoying and asking stupid simple questions. I think that's a good thing though. Because some people don't know or don't think the same as others. Not only that it shows what wizard has to deal with everyday... Not Mrs. wizard but customers, I love what she does.

[@ericdoe2318]

I appreciate the leveling down of the LOUD tool sound!

[@jcprov9481]

Time is money, like in most businesses. Shops have massive overhead, keeping the lights on, running the books, stocking the parts, rags, rent, e.t.c. That is where that hour goes. Keeping the day to day operation moving right along. Good mechanics study in their down time, keeping up on the latest tech, perfecting their knowledge. A good mechanic is worth his time.

[@DaBearBaloo]

Wish you'd do pre and post test drives to show us how you diagnosed and issue, and how it acts after fixing. Love the channel, keep up the great content.

[@nelsonpoll8526]

Probably the humblest mechanic on the planet. Nice vid Wizard. Say's it like it is, no more, no less. If I lived close, my car would be there.. keep it up...

[@kevb3047]

I have a tool question wizard what wrench do you use to knock sense into Hoovie cuz that tool is not working

[@jorgengabrielsson6660]

Kev B 😂😂👍🏼

[@MrMaxyield]

Ha...!!! Lmao

[@MalibuDan1967]

10mm 3/8" impact deep socket... I think he should use a Pipe Wrench or 1"Impact Gun...

[@AdrianNelson1507]

Please may we have a tour of your S class? :)

[@gnarkill32]

Another Demuro Parody

[@Karsonbarnes11]

As a watchmaker there are a lot of parallels not only between watchmaking and automotive repair, but their industries. Estimating and charges are very similar. It may take me 2 minutes to properly change a battery, but I still charge you $20 because of the years of experience I have in knowing how to quickly and safely do it. Also our tools are expensive and availability of parts from some manufacturers can be very difficult (although I think watchmakers "win" that argument) 😜

[@jlmagana]

I am totally excited to see your work on an S430, cause I have a 2001 E430. I know yours is newer and more luxurious but I love mine and since I'm now 62 and disabled, doubt I'll be able to upgrade to a newer one. Anyways, since I admire your work and follow you thanks to Hoovie, can I once in a while HIT YU UP for technical advice on a very few things that I would try to do myself on my E430? I can't do a lot due to my disability but I try to stay useful to feel ALIVE if you know what I mean. If not Ill understand wizard. I'm STILL YOUR FAN. BLESSINGS.

[@jlmagana]

@@liberals_destroy_everythin2497 WHO ARE YOU MITE I ASK?

[@Hedonistic0Frog]

They're not that expensive, especially if you get one that needs a bit of work. The soft close doors are common failures and aren't physically demanding to fix. The engine mounts are difficult to get to though. I have a black 2001 S430 with 168k miles so almost identical to the Wizards.

[@andrewgonzalez4095]

E430s are quite nice plenty of power and solid. They hardly have issues, I have a 2001 s430 its great but parts are a bit more pricey. There are a lot of things you can do to your car. Some maybe a bit difficult but depends on your skill and ability

[@duranamo4297]

Those W220's are awesome, had an 05' S500 and it too needed a tranni mount and motor mounts, made the car worlds smoother.

[@notxarb21]

Your channel has quickly become one of my favorites on KZbin! I like your low-key, no-nonsense approach to mechanic work, and your helpful suggestions are spot-on! Keep up the good work, Dave... I'm a big fan!

[@crazyeyez1502]

It's nice watching old stuff and seeing how far you've gone. Eager to hit 100k, now sitting at 600k+. Congrats and keep up the great work. 👍🇺🇲

[@sammerkun95]

Absolutely love the way you speed your vids up for boring parts it makes your vids 10x amazing love em all

[@marcoflores737]

I have been an auto mechanic at a dealership for 36 years I like the way this guy presents the facts not the BS not the glorification of certain car brands just keep it to the facts every brand has a good in their bed you can't play Brand favoritism when you know the truth

[@marcoflores737]

I meant to say every brand has their good and bad products

[@RichieRouge206]

Great video as always Wizard. I love the fact that your videos are just straight forward, not over edited or fancy. Its just like being at the garage with a friend doing jobs on a Saturday morning.

[@jblyon2]

What an easy fix. Audi would have made you get to that mount through an access hole in the back of the glove box of a car 3 miles away.

[@jorgengabrielsson6660]

jblyon2 😂😂😂that’s soooo true

[@someguy5975]

Hey that’s my old 430! I used to do burnouts in it almost every week. I also forgot to change the oil a few times. Glad to see it has a new home

[@diggleboy]

Thank you, Wizard! W220's are really great. Nice find and purchase. They literally run forever with lots of TLC and routine maintenance.

[@TheMrzucker21]

Top 10 most reliable cars by Car Wizard!!!

[@cjelectronichunter]

Diego Warthon great idea for a video

[@mercedesbenzformula1]

Wow I'm amazed how easy that was. Nice condition car. Zero rust

[@elesjuan]

I'm not going to lie.. I have a feeling you're a super fair and very competent mechanic. I would feel very comfortable having you work on my car... which is a trust that is NOT easily gained. I was screwed over a TON when I was younger, so I mostly do my own work.. I kinda became a bit of a gearhead over the years and can literally do everything from build an engine, alignments, build transmissions, etc... but there's just some things that I *can* do, but don't *want* to do...

[@kellingtonlink956]

A beautiful sedan indeed! The difference between you a Tyler, is the fact that he wouldn’t have stopped with a 430. He (to many a delight) would have found an inexpensive V12 (S600) and paid for it later in repairing $$$ on an ongoing basis. Congratulations on your new Luxury sedan and Thanks for the video. (My favourite was the honest ending).

[@kellingtonlink956]

I still appreciate his attempt though. At least, he’s passionate about his Hoofty fleet.

[@Phosphor66]

I'm so glad you started this channel. It's nice to see someone working on cars that.. certain other KZbin mechanics frown upon.

[@GregsStoneYard]

I can't believe how clean the underside of that car is. An 04 with 170k miles would be a rust bucket here. You are fortunate to get to work on them in that condition. Nice car.

[@mrlrob3102]

As an old service advisor, I had a customer tell me "I will never buy a Cadillac or gm product again" I told the customer I understand. I told him no disrespect " The day a car company makes a car that doesn't have a service department lead me to them!" The funny thing he had a check engine light code for gas cap not tight, I found that on the service drive with the TECH 2. There is no perfect car or model. That is why we need guys like the Car Wizard!

[@chunkychuck]

Thanks for the comment on the potential mis-diagnosis caused by the transmission mount. I have a '94 W202 C-class that feels sort of like it's slipping while cold. I'll have to check it out. My dad always wants me to take it to the dealer.

[@dakotataylor7909]

Half of the guys in the dealership would be guessing, if anything go to a well respected aftermarket mechanic. If you go to someone who used to work for merc/specializes in euro stuff that would be ideal. Dealership techs are only educated on the cars being sold recently and there’s not a high likelihood on a 25 year old car that any of the techs were there during the period that car was new.

[@neilmurphy845]

I'm glad that tyler told the car wizard that he should make a KZbin channel i love how he talks normal voice and doesn't shout at you unlike outher KZbin's

[@jackwood8307]

Yea! A wizard video! As to your shop rates, if you lived near me I would let you work on my cars and never question the bill. Work done right is worth every penny!

[@qmunity5888]

You and Edd China should tag team on one of Hoovies cars. Think of all the good content that'll come out of that.

[@nasimwehbe8410]

That's an awesome idea.

[@aaronbays4]

I don't think Ed lives anywhere near Witchita or could even find it on a map lol

[@blackbird8632]

I dont think two alpha type mechanics would have fun together.

[@edwilko8819]

@@aaronbays4 err he used to live in the usa too. He also goes all over the world with C-tech chargers at the mo

[@TwentytenS4B8]

Edd China is another ace mechanic.

[@nadenolam8368]

Met the Car Wizard at coffee and cars today, super nice guy with a killer Rolls Royce.

[@pnwvibes_]

Making hoovie jealous one car at a time even though Jay Leno told him he could by cars again

[@DarthVader1977]

buy*

[@philipcooper8297]

@@DarthVader1977 kaufen*

[@MBDieselFreak]

W220's are possibly the biggest bang for your buck you can get in a luxury car. They don't cost very much to maintain, you can DIY almost any job, the M113 engine and 722.6 transmission combo is absolutely bulletproof. It's just one hell of a solid car.

[@schmidt28117]

Great new Car! I have had several Mercedes and found them designed to be worked on and repaired. Hope it gives you many miles of comfy rides home.

[@kevinc9006]

One thing about it...with a Mercedes, you will never run out of content to make👍👍

[@idiotstick1527]

Thanks for the endorsement of Bob at Euroasian, probably going to pick up a car from him this weekend.

[@Auto_Funk]

Completely agree regarding the labour hour charges. Also, the job may only take 10-20 minutes or whatever but the time taken getting the car on and off the ramps, cleaning up, parts disposal etc... Well.... It all adds up! Keep up the good work Car Wizard!!!

[@ZanderKaneUK]

This not hate, I've subbed since Hoovie sent me here, please let this be a discussion not a dong waving contest! I don't 100% agree the with labour charge or the NASA analogy (as the guy/girl who invents the faster process is rarely the guy/girl who loose their job to that progress). Yes I understand labour comes from the "shop time bible" however if you complete a one hour twenty minute job in twenty minutes your customer should have the right to complain. And flashing on the screen that's what a "main franchise dealer does" doesn't really justify it either as it would be fair to say the wizard would have half the overhead. All that being said YES the wizard deserves to make $ just as much as the next guy but a more fair system would be to justify a minimum repair period, so you would pay a minimum of an hours labour. It would of benefit of both parties. I eagerly await your replies I think.

[@Auto_Funk]

ZanderKaneUK I don’t think it’s hate, it’s a fair point to be honest :) the trouble is, thorough mechanics who care about doing a good job really are few and far between in my experience which is why I do all my own maintenance on my cars. I’ve been disappointed and let down too many times ! If a skilled guy did a perfect repair for me with great customer service I’d pay book time even if I knew the job was completed much quicker.

[@charger19691]

Beautiful Mercedes indeed! I wish you the best of luck with it Wizard. All mechanics need a smooth ride home at the end of a hard day.

[@MKT_ADJ]

Such a nice and honest guy. You are the real MVP Wizard.

[@jrbbikerx3309]

you're billing practices are 100% LEGITIMATE, ESPECIALLY when you consider the fact that you're getting QUALITY WORK DONE ON YOU VEHICLE!!!!

[@billroberts4012]

As always a sincere thank you. Congratulations on he new to you Benz

[@colingoldthorpe5918]

Wow subscribers was at 100K a year ago now you're at 277K just goes to show when you're a good guy with awesome content you get subscribers!!! I wish you're shop was here Wizard id give you every piece of business for sure. It's hard to find a genuine guy nowadays!!!

[@garfixit]

Thank you for giving such a good explanation on labor I wish people would understand how that works

[@gdazey1]

Should do a side by side comparison of the mounts, so we can see what was wrong or worn on the old mount. Good stuff as usual, keep it up.

[@sandoo22]

Great job, car wizard. Now, I want to buy an S 430 ! And, by the way, who doesn’t understand the labor charge calculation don’t deserve to be your clients. I would drive from Toronto Canada just to have my Honda Pilot examined by you , since our local mechanics are not able to detect the reasons for my front end noises.... Great mechanics deserve great money!

[@1XSTEALTHTWINTURBOX1]

This is just around era with Mercedes last dying breath before they got way too complicated & turned to garbage. Good choice

[@andrewgonzalez4095]

That's a beautiful car, that transmission looks like 722.6 which is a solid trans, since its a 4 matic. I have an 01 s430 with almost 190,000 miles, did all the front suspension and bushings, she still rides like dream

[@lightworker303]

Thank you for this. This is a 4Matic car. Most videos out there are for RWD cars and they use different mounts. This is the one I was looking for. I have the same car.

[@traviscox3071]

Love simple commentary. I need a wizard in my town.

[@brwlegge]

terrific video, now lets see more on the 5.7 diesel transplant,

[@inMotionOutdoors]

Right! I am ready to see that build

[@maxmuscle27]

I'd love to see more videos on Mercedes. Especially on the S Class. The S430s are sweet ass cars... Super comfortable ride too

[@2003saga]

Thats real content, Wizard. And thanks to the camera women for asking you that question.

[@Leo-lr4eq]

“Wizard ft-lbs” I’ll have to remember that next time I torque something down.

[@hyperfocal2002]

If there's no gasket, close is good enough.

[@danparden8103]

My dad always said if your butthole puckers up it’s tight enough

[@sayrerowan734]

That is the cleanest 170k mile undercarriage I've ever seen.

[@royblankenship5185]

Subtle plug for merch! I like these videos where the Wizard is doing and explaining....

[@kaidiego]

You seem like a nice guy and obviously very knowledgable about your craft, thanks for all the well informed content wiz! Congrats on approaching 100k!

[@hamsterox9216]

My man car wizard rockin the W220 chassis. Welcome to the club.

[@jamesfarnarkler]

The Wizard talks about hoping to reach 100k subscribers and now he's closing in on 300k. Awesome!!

[@muskokamike127]

still amazed at how air tools have gone away for cordless. I don't do care work that often but it is a damn sight easier than lugging a 3/4" air line everywhere.

[@Czechbound]

Wishing you safe driving in your new machine ! Greetings from Prague, CZ !

[@JUST_ONE_ID10T]

I had a fiero once. only a 2.5lt the water pump started to leak. I tried to replace it myself but couldn't get to two of the bolts. I put it all back together and took it to a shop close by his book said 2 hours to do the job. Well they worked on it a good 8 hours to replace that water pump. and i wasn't charged any extra. So i do see your point of even charging the same even if you can do the job a lot quicker then the book says. It all works out in the end.

[@SuperFIFTHGEAR]

Can't believe how clean that is underneath.

[@AMGmeister]

Haha only an hour after I posted my trans mount video. What are the chances. Good video, that Benz looks great for the mileage.

[@iceberg4736]

^ subbed for future reference.

[@Biker_Gremling]

When I was studying engineering, one class was all about screw torques. At the end it was like "people with a lifetime torquing screws do this" and really it mostly just doesn't matter.

[@bmwrepaircrew8848]

Wizard, you'll love this car! as I'm sure you know already the m113 v8 is uber reliable - After my first w220 it sold me so much I now have 4 mercs from this era, 2 SL's an S similar to this, and an ML v8. Tried to get a CL55 recently as well so I could experience an m113K. Your S looks very clean, enjoy!

[@leftlanesilverstar7444]

Wizard I am super impressed with your knowledge and professionalism. It is great to see a channel that is entertaining and so educational. It seems like so many car and motorcycle channels are only focused on gingerbread Hollywood entertainment. Good for you and keep these awesome vids coming! :-D

[@ZippoVarga]

Heya David...Wipe your lens thoroughly to help eliminate the halo effect you're getting with the lighting. You might also look into getting a UV filter to help as well. Enjoying your videos and sense of humor! Cheers Wizard! Zip~

[@RichieRouge206]

Great to see you heading towards 100,000 - you deserve it

[@MrBeefsteak6]

i've been trying to diagnose intermittent vibration on 2003 SL500 and will be checking this mount for sure

[@danielperkins4610]

Congrats Wizard 100k subs in no time!

[@Maxthafirst]

Shout out to any mechanic that can work on any car, foreign or domestic!

[@kevinhharmony8420]

I like the way you speed up the reassembly. It's kind of cool. :D

[@rvj1126]

Just love looking at your videos, can't wait to see the big Cadillac rolling!!!

[@joedpl]

When you do the valve cover gaskets (easy job) make sure you reseal the bellows and replace the breather hoses.

[@j3rf]

I would be interested in seeing a Car Wizard toolbox tour!

[@carlosjaros2486]

Great choice a nice v8 S klasse just wish you showed us around the specs and took it for a spin.It would surely boost the views too.

[@23gatesy]

He's not doug demuro 😁

[@motopolak]

Shoutout to Mrs. Wizard for improving those camera skills! If you notice at 11:13 when the shop guy stumbles into the shot the camera slowly turns to eliminate the distraction

[@oliverplante]

Looking forward to more videos! I have a S500 4Matic from 2004

[@gabriellecours1438]

Don't forget that in that 1.2 hour there is the time it took to shop for the part, deal with all paper stuff for the bill, get the place and yourself clean and also that part of your time saving comes from your investement in more efficient tools.

[@MelodyOo]

it was a wonderful generation of luxury cars wasn't very cutting edge technology and wasn't too primitive. just a perfect balance, always wanted to own an early 2000 Mercedess S class or Early 2000 Lexus LS400.

[@erikjohnson2889]

I think Jay Leno needs to invite The Car Wizard out to his spot.

[@viktorkalinovskiy7858]

You never broke any bolt.. that hard to believe..good content. Big fan of Mercedes s class. I own a w140 s500 great cars

[@marcusgonzalez6390]

Would definitely love to see more of that s class, 01 S55 AMG owner right here.

[@Nippledozer]

Huh, I forgot they put the 55 motor in those

[@Nippledozer]

Does it ride as well as a regular s class?

[@muskokamike127]

Regarding wiping your hands on the t shirt, that'd be kinda funny though if you think about it....get a pre-dirtied t shirt with authentic car wizard grease stains on it hehehe Kind of like those exercise shirts that come pre-stained with sweat stains! hahaha

[@bertbinion7420]

Years ago I purchased a cruise control kit from the dealer, asked how much to install it, 4 hrs. labor. I did it myself in less than 2 hours not knowing what I was doing. I suspect the dealer could have done it in an hour. No one likes to feel they've been ripped off unless the Wizard's customers are so wealthy they don't care. A lot of us have never been that wealthy. I'm will aware that the flat rate game is pretty much universal. A local guy l use doesn't play the game and has more business than he can handle. He must have another goal apart from getting rich. Then again maybe Ernie is getting rich. He can't be operating at a loss. I once ask if he was charging enough, being aware of how much a competitor charged, said he was satisfied.

[@jo05dk]

My mechanic also bills people the actual time he puts into a job, and naturally he's so freaking busy it's always a problem finding time for all the customers :)

[@druffner3074]

Considering you bought this in Kansas... that’s one clean undercarriage. Love me early 2000 benzs.

[@petrilaakso7927]

Keep videos coming of your older S Mercedes. I've been dreaming about getting one. I'm sure I should also find good independent mechanic to work on it. (I live in Europe so it cannot be Car Wizard)

[@PhillipBillups77]

Would love to hear you elaborate more about why you like working on this generation of Mercedes

[@greenscobie86]

Car wizard can you please do more w220 stuff as it comes up? I just bought a 2001 s500 and am very interested in seeing/hearing your take on them. Especially since you seem so well versed in their common fault points.

[@Michael-fw5ef]

Mr. Wizard: Congratulations on 100K Subs. I see 1 Million in your future. I wanted to ask you - why do car manufacturers use odd fasteners like a Torx screw head when it isnt necessary? Or is it necessary? Dont understand why all bolt heads cant be the same.

[@seanmccauley1446]

Give us a quick tour of you new cruiser soon. Good job as always.

[@francoa.9646]

Awesome video! Congrats on the new (to you) Benz. Would love to see a video on making the a non-serviceable M-B transmission serviceable. To where we can do a fluid change. Or possibly address the 2-1 downshift issue on many 7-speed M-B. Owner of an ML350 and that 2-1 shift is making me crazy, even after a computer reset/relearn.

[@jasonbrown2912]

Didnt need to take crossmember out but glad you got yourself a cool ride the w220 is my favorite Mercedes affordable and comfortable

[@jasonbrown2912]

I did this job last night lol on my 2006 s500

[@bdetert82]

What no full stop launch after the new mount. I know you did it. I would 😁