Chris you don't know how much you do for kids growing up without a dad because these are basic things that should be taught, thank you for teaching us
@nicolasmcturner1211 Жыл бұрын
Plus not every dad knows how to work on cars some dad's didn't have dad's
@stardustjustlikeyou Жыл бұрын
CHRISFIX IS MY DAD NOW
@jf332 Жыл бұрын
@@nicolasmcturner1211 that’s the sad reality
@Okurka.8 ай бұрын
Because moms can't change a wheel.
@senseal54626 ай бұрын
theres my dad who sucks at DIY and has no idea how to work on his car
@ranjan_v4 жыл бұрын
ChrisFix taught me so much about Cars, Thank you
@streetdr34mer804 жыл бұрын
yea manz tought me a whole lot
@sixtyninefourtwenty.694204 жыл бұрын
This video was 6 years lol i was 2
@car24dude4 жыл бұрын
ChrisFix airbag light video saved me from buying a new car. Simple fix with WD-40 (Seat belt pretensioner).
@sixtyninefourtwenty.694204 жыл бұрын
@@car24dude fasten it
@usazobawilin70603 жыл бұрын
Ratio
@Isotope12139 жыл бұрын
chris, you probably make the best videos on youtube related to car maintenance. all you videos are productive and most of all you are a good teacher by taking the time to explain everything clearly and precisely.
@chrisfix9 жыл бұрын
Bharath Kumar Thank you very much! It means a lot!
@erkieandray7 жыл бұрын
Bharath Kum
@erkieandray7 жыл бұрын
Bharath Kum
@olivialisenbee4127 жыл бұрын
Bharath Kumar
@iremkaymak16937 жыл бұрын
NurullAh
@ianlerma81103 жыл бұрын
I don’t have a dad to show me this stuff but I’ve always managed to do stuff on the car but I’m slowly just going through Chris’ videos to make sure I’m doing everything right. Thanks Chris
@TheTwinkiefoot5 жыл бұрын
Who else is here because their father failed them?
@TempuraRoll-of4hj5 жыл бұрын
Now that I am an adult living by myself, I have come to realize my dad didn't teach me much at all. Even for things like shaving, I figured that out myself. Edit: He's not a bad dad though and is still here for me whenever I need him, but I just wished he taught me more lifehacks lol.
@Dulc3B00kbyBrant0n5 жыл бұрын
LOL
@rayankhan86035 жыл бұрын
That’s funny
@torpedo9965 жыл бұрын
My parents told me to learn. Don't get to go to the car to see how to do it. In my friend's school, they teach this. I'ma learn it from here.
@armonisworld69165 жыл бұрын
TheTwinkiefoot mine didn’t fail me he passed away
@user-mv1hv5ce3b2 жыл бұрын
changing a tire seems like a simple thing but it's so daunting for someone who has never done it before! thank you for the video, this was so helpful and you explain things amazingly
@siennaracing6382 жыл бұрын
proten bor
@funkophone8 жыл бұрын
You're an excellent instructor. Thanks for the how-to!
@chrisfix8 жыл бұрын
+funkophone Thanks!
@alexanderreeves50246 жыл бұрын
funkophone jh
@Trollitarawr6 жыл бұрын
vchmztZ▪ cn z 🐢💁🐢🏆
@MizzzKitty6 жыл бұрын
funkophone I agree...😄
@hectorjull84505 жыл бұрын
funkophone he is
@GMoney-B2 жыл бұрын
I love that watching even old videos on simple things you can still learn a lot of little helpful things from Chris Fix's videos.
@Nikos-xu9ue4 жыл бұрын
2014 hey guys Chris fix here 2020 HEY GUYS CHRIS FIX HERE!
@Gladcallman4 жыл бұрын
Can’t believe Chris Fix still checks comments on videos from ages ago
@Nikos-xu9ue4 жыл бұрын
@@Gladcallman bruh
@a.j.javier81194 жыл бұрын
Consistency :)
@rooftopvoter30154 жыл бұрын
Phil Swift here
@TheMelissa52804 жыл бұрын
never knew you should use a torque wrench, thanks!
@ragnarocking6 жыл бұрын
one of the best teachers on KZbin. It's almost impossible to walk away from one of your tutorials with questions, because you seem to answer everything that comes to mind beforehand.
@finisher3x3 жыл бұрын
I've been changing tires for 30 years. The foot technique to line the tire rim up with the tire studs is genius.
@Okurka.8 ай бұрын
Tires or wheels?
@koby14882 ай бұрын
I thought that was pretty standard, Great tip though!
@alimasood40007 жыл бұрын
its just amazing how you explain stuff so thoroughly and precisely in such little time
@condensermike4 жыл бұрын
Chris, I love your attention to safety. I use redundancy when I jack up a car: stands + jack + something else (tire). Thanks, man.
@senpai165 жыл бұрын
A couple years ago when i drove delivery for Domino's i got a flat. I got the nerve to try changing the tire myself after having watched a friend do his.... i wish i had knows about your channel then cuz i could have followed along perfectly. Instead i forgot to put my break on & chock my tires, so the car rolled down my slightly sloped driveway just enough to bend and break my jack that came with the car. Im very happy thats all that happened but still it really put me off trying to fix anything on my car till now. Thank you for your hard work making these vids to teach us!
@lonewolf25916 жыл бұрын
Your videos help me so much dude! Father wasn’t in my life to show me anything about cars etc. I’m in my twenties just learning, thanks to you! Much appreciated
@rooftopvoter30154 жыл бұрын
Next up: You will be required to rebuild an entire Chevy engine, including degreeing in the cam for better bottom end performance.
@kristophermiller480510 жыл бұрын
This is just a thank you comment for all the hard work you put into your videos. I'm an old school mechanic. I started off as a self taught mechanic and as the year rolled on I educated myself with different courses to keep up with technology. I later moved my skills into aviation and became federally licensed certified. I follow your posts because every once in a while you catch me off guard and I get drawled in. Your videos are helping build "The do it yourself-er" crowd. Whatever you do, don't stop making your videos. This might be asking a lot of the young generation, but I would like to see them more interested in Hot Rodding like my old friends and I were as kids. I see the interest dieing and your videos stay off that dieing interest.
@chrisfix10 жыл бұрын
***** Thanks Kristopher! I really appreciate it! There is a lot of work that goes into these videos, more than you would even think, but at the end of the day comments like this, and people saying they learned something new and stuff, makes it all worth it! Im gonna keep producing new videos as long as I can so stay tuned!
@MizzzKitty6 жыл бұрын
annnnd Thank you ChrisFix for all of what you do. I can say you have definitely helped me along my way of caring for my WRX and saving me a little money too. 👊😙😉😄
@MaciekLord9 жыл бұрын
Your channel is very helpful for someone who have just bought his first car. Thanks! :D
@chrisfix9 жыл бұрын
+Mi Key Glad the videos are helpful!
@MK-ex4pb7 жыл бұрын
twisted machines WTF chill
@jahimuddin73805 жыл бұрын
@@twistedmachines2775, Some people do not have people in their life that can teach them.
@oaoaoaoaoaoaoaos41274 жыл бұрын
@@twistedmachines2775 your 11 year old nephew didnt know how to do it, does that make him dumb?
@uenragedbro7 жыл бұрын
I do tire changes for a living and I approve this video.
@shalinsheth50652 жыл бұрын
Is it lucrative?
@shalinsheth50652 жыл бұрын
@Kr1spyK1lls5089 interesting. 20$ seems pretty cheap actually in the US. You should probably tack on some more charges if you're shopping for a tire, that's additional time of yours!
@writerNB5 жыл бұрын
Hi guys: Trained tyre fitter here. Yeh, we say "tyre" in the UK. I wish I could like Chris' vid twice- He covers jacking safety, correct torquing, star-pattern tightening.. faultless vid clearly explained. The old-style X-tyre iron (what Chris calls the "classic") is far better than single-stem irons that come with hand-jacks. You can get better grip when loosening and spinning those nuts (lugs) off and on like a pro with a "classic tyre iron". I would recommend all motorists have the "classic" iron in their boot. If you dont have a torque wrench, my tip is to have a long metal tube (thats hollow and not much bigger than the iron) that will give you much more "torque" if (as Chris explains) you find yourself fighting with a tough lug (nut) that wont turn. This is a lifesaver if you're caught out on the highways and have to change your roadwheel. (Yeh technically, Chris is changing his entire roadwheel here, but a spare wheel fitted with a correctly inflated tyre should be in your boot at all times, anyway). Drive safe, have fun.
@elonmusk64868 ай бұрын
Thank you
@yuichi51256 жыл бұрын
Hey Chris Fix, Your videos are hands down the best “do it your self”out there. I’m super into cars but I never had a lot of knowledge with mechanical side, I always wanted to become a old dad like you see in movies who can fix their cars. I started out knowing nothing. But ever since I bought my first car, I’ve been always watching your videos. All my car knowledge was educated by your videos. I know making videos is pain in the ass and takes a long time. I make motivational videos and post them on my instagram. But even to edit 1 min long video on instagram, I spend 45-1 hour editing. So I can’t imagine how much time and effort you put into for these videos. I just wanted to say thank you so much for what you are doing. And your video really helps me. Please keep doing what you are doing! And I again THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!
@chrisfix10 жыл бұрын
Xingyu Luo You can lift all four tires off the ground, but you need to be sure you balance the car on the jack stands so it is very stable. Keep the jack stands the furthest from the center as possible (so keep it on the sides if possible). It is similar to what you saw in this video plus lifting the rear. Again, make sure the car is stable before going under.
@АйгульНысанбекова-ш2ш7 жыл бұрын
ChrisFix 3
@alinafe87917 жыл бұрын
Hi Chris, I’m like the worst person when it comes to working with my hands I am office environment guy. It really bothers me that I can’t change a tire or change oil. It makes me nervous when I’m dating because I don’t want to ne in a situation I can’t handle. Besides your videos do you know of any month schools/classes I could take to help me learn the basics?
@2LaftsonStudiosTM6 жыл бұрын
you can ask help from a friend
@BalrajSingh-nu9bx6 жыл бұрын
ChrisFix whats that tool on the thumbnail called
@johnapplseed23366 жыл бұрын
ChrisFix hey
@AP-nq1ld10 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. Having learned how to maintain my car the hard way, I appreciate someone taking the time to patiently explain auto maintenance to the public.
@PatrickWagz5 жыл бұрын
I can't figure out how to get my torque wrench to leave red dots behind on the lugs that I've already torqued!! *HELP!!*
@billyxamonty69235 жыл бұрын
Patrick Wagz 😂
@zacjohnson4524 жыл бұрын
Did you try rice? Also turn it off and back on again.
@kristal67424 жыл бұрын
1
@gdhammr81134 жыл бұрын
Try drinking a potion of torque
@SMDz4 жыл бұрын
Hey, try updating your torque wrench from the app store, it seems like this feature has finally been added!
@wliu63815 жыл бұрын
Most useful one when you have a car. Thank you Chris! I just bought my first car ever in my life this morning. My car comes with 5 winter tires and 5 summer ones, I'm gonna change them by myself!
@swaiti39547 жыл бұрын
WHO else know's how to change a flat tyre but watches this for fun
@DominikDoesGaming6 жыл бұрын
Me
@alanw58125 жыл бұрын
That mean you don't know ,do you know he did it very wrong,have a look your car manual, the book most people never read, never put the stand under there when only the jack holding ,when the jack drop people died,should put it like the book said ,put it to the side!
@wqsoto21695 жыл бұрын
Um yup me 😁
@live_lifeor_dye88755 жыл бұрын
Me.
@tubejulian115 жыл бұрын
Alan W actually he did ver well... you are right too but crix fix did it good too, i don’t know if you see very well but he was save he put the jack stands on both sides and just put the jack very loose so jack stand still do the job... obiously if people want to change the side tire on the ROAD...just jack up from the side thats it...
@RLynn-yu3ju8 жыл бұрын
Thank you for such comprehensive and detailed videos. I appreciate the time, effort, and hard work to create self-help videos like this which helps thousands of people like myself. Thanks again Chris.
@chrisfix8 жыл бұрын
+Rinaldo Policicchio No problem! I am glad you are learning a lot!
@happygolucky58555 жыл бұрын
I just got my first car yesterday, its a bit of a bomb. I know nothing about cars, but just by watching a few of your videos ive learnt so much. Enough where i now i can fix so much of it myself with out mechanics. Thank man!!
@chrisfix5 жыл бұрын
I'm glad the videos are helpful!
@bye86205 жыл бұрын
@@chrisfix and Plus With This Video Is Great Because Both Of The Wheels Are Off So Now I Know How To Put The Tires Back On!!!
@armendgashi67878 жыл бұрын
A technique how to know wich way to loosen the lugnuts or tightening them is saying "righty tighty, lefti loosy" that always helps me in all situation, hope this helps somebody, sorry for my bad english i am from Kosovo
@69589215 жыл бұрын
Kosovo je serbija
@jayit68514 жыл бұрын
Pretty common saying in english lol
@armendgashi67874 жыл бұрын
@@6958921 Allah je stvorio ovaj svet, nije moja i nije tvoja,
@jvsky11404 жыл бұрын
@@armendgashi6787 yoo i am from Kosovo too i didnt know Kosovars watched Chris Fix
@armendgashi67874 жыл бұрын
@@jvsky1140 Normal qe edhe une kam qef me kqyr Chris Fix, se ka shum video interesanta per kerre, thojn nese nuk din diqka, shko te aj qe din ma shum se ti dhe ka provoj, e per qata kam qef mi kqyr videot e tina, se ka sene per mue qe veq sa om ka hi ne qef kerret asht interesant, se msohna me ndreq kerrin se tu kan me que te mekanizeri e me tandreq diqka qe pe ndryshe asht kallaj me ndreq. Kalofsh mir, me vjen mir qe paska Kosovar qe i kryrin videot e tina.
@Prodigy-vk9jm8 ай бұрын
I’m a big off-roader and the tip to get the tire back on the car is one of the best I’ve seen thank
@karinagarcia4915 Жыл бұрын
God Bless you Chris for taking the time for making this video. I am a single mother I need to definitely learn how to change a tire/ flat before it happens, so when I do have a flat I am prepared and confident. Thanks again. 💋
@pierremorin47754 жыл бұрын
As others have mention your a good teacher thanks after many year I’m learning the proper way to jack the vehicle and torque my wheel all these year I always over torque my wheel Even now at 100 pounds I feel my wheel are not rite but I’m trying lol even at 75 I’m still learning thanks CHRIS I WACH YOUR CHANNEL ALL THE TIME EVEN THE CLEANING JOB YOU DID THAT WAS A GREAT ONE ALSO but I’m trying to feel safe
@MrJimmy-ox7fq6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Chris for such high quality videos......clear, concise, accurate, and to the point. I also appreciate the tool buying tips. I recently jumped a curb with my 2008 Mazda3; no visible damage, handling at high speeds is still perfect, but when I turn the steering wheel going slow I hear a rubbing and clicking sound. The dealer charged my $55.00 to tell me that there is no visible damage, but it does make a noise....then it was they think it may be a bearing (top of shock location)....they then suggested (as there is 145,000 miles on the car) to change out both shocks and then realign the front end....$$$$...then I watched your change a strut video on your 2006 Mazda3, so I think that I'm gonna go for it by doing the work myself!! All thanx to you and your videos....if you have any additional tips.....we'd all appreciate it....A big THANK YOU again!
@friedchicken18 жыл бұрын
I bought a nice expensive jack to do the same as in the video but now i can't put the tires back on because I don't have the money to buy shoes :( 9:00
@jamesmadden78867 жыл бұрын
😂
@chipsahoi54156 жыл бұрын
friedchicken lol reallly
@CoD_Maj3st1k6 жыл бұрын
Lmao
@BruhB0i6 жыл бұрын
friedchicken 9
@sabagamer30526 жыл бұрын
Xxxxd
@jacoblloyd25736 жыл бұрын
Chris is my favorite on YT. I don't know what I'd do without you. I use so many of your tutorials. Quality.
@fireadept007 Жыл бұрын
Your level of detail and being thorough are unmatched, you deserve the #1 spot.
@yougotgamesonyourphone69475 жыл бұрын
Wow this video was really helpful! I just brought my first car,and I will be taking a 21 hour drive to Colorado from Georgia and I refused to be that chick that was stranded on the side of the highway because she didn’t know how to change a tire!
@cathoare89353 жыл бұрын
Keep watching his videos I'm learning how to do as much as I can...even if you don't want to do the work next time you go to a mechanic you'll know what you're talking about and won't get ripped off 😀
@minirey3609 жыл бұрын
Hey man, great video! Just a tip.. when torquing, push down the wrench instead of pulling up. You could injure yourself by lifting with your back. Plus, pushing down uses less energy because you're only using your weight and hardly any muscles.
@chrisfix9 жыл бұрын
Lobster Thanks for sharing your tip!
@khuo02195 жыл бұрын
Absolutely, same for loosening those lugs, just go to the opposite side. If you have to pull, use your legs rather than your back!
@writerNB5 жыл бұрын
Good point: I've seen pro fitters use their entire body weight (pushing down) to loosen tough lug (nuts). Safety is always the best starting point when dealing with mechanical repairs. Thanks for sharing.
@yapyapthedestroyer83794 жыл бұрын
@@writerNB yep otherwise you destroy your back
@Turk_20234 жыл бұрын
@@chrisfix Thats what she said
@KDreezy8 жыл бұрын
Remember, always lift with your back in a twisting jerking motion.
@BlackNGoldRules8 жыл бұрын
That's right. Take your legs completely out of the equation.
@mattatherton13238 жыл бұрын
you wanna make sure that your back is also round. imagine how a cat makes its back when its scared. perfect lifting position.
@13anomalous168 жыл бұрын
And ALWAYS keep your legs locked
@eastpaloaltosfinest7 жыл бұрын
you guys are going to kill someone
@WhenGamersGetAngry7 жыл бұрын
this made my day looool
@CrazyForCashews4 жыл бұрын
I rarely ever post comments on KZbin but because of how useful this video was I just had to drop by and say thanks. There are a ton of videos out there on how to change tires but this is the best one. I just changed my tires for the very first time yesterday thanks to your simple yet detailed instructions. Although I did bruise one of my nails when removing a tire (7:45 is quite important) it was quite easy... Aside from loosening all of the bolts on my tires because those car mechanic bastards used impact guns to tighten them (I had to stand on my breaker bar and jump on it just to break one of the bolts). Thank you very much ChrisFix! Keep the videos coming and I'll keep learning!
@timsmith97587 жыл бұрын
Dude I can see why your videos are so popular. Beautiful scripting no nonsense concise and to the point. Very thorough. Keep it up.
@holeyabdool65904 жыл бұрын
MY GOD!! This video was so packed with great, informative info and so well presented. Chris, one HELL OF A JOB SIR!!!
@chrisfix4 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot!
@keithcee63787 жыл бұрын
Perfect video, I was skeptical about doing the tire change on my own, but u made it so simple thanks chrisfix!
@Mini-cu6mk3 жыл бұрын
“Some vehicles only have 4 lug nuts, I’d say 5 is the most common” Here I am with only 3 lmao
@pradeepjhuboo9458 Жыл бұрын
Thanks. Many people think changing tyres is too easy but if one follows the right procedure it makes it much safer indeed. Good job Chris
@abab2014 жыл бұрын
I love this guy, he teaches us the way I teach others, patience, instructions and words anyone can understand! You da man Chris!
@notleila66704 жыл бұрын
I’m here bcs I’m homeschooled and dont do the life lessons class so i do it on my own and this helped me a lot thx
@chrisfix4 жыл бұрын
I'm glad the video helped you out! Thanks a lot!
@waleed1724 жыл бұрын
@@chrisfix are you actually commenting on this old video?? Thats a real youtuber who even helps people on 5 year old comment section!
@rositamiranda70184 жыл бұрын
@@chrisfix de y
@Aerondighteternal4 жыл бұрын
That’s definitely not a class in public school.
@notleila66704 жыл бұрын
Bucky Sanders rlly?
@awakegreen5 жыл бұрын
Now I know changing a tire with these tools and my feet would be such a nice combo. Very nice and helpful video!
@eksine8 жыл бұрын
I just use the power of my mind to lift the car, much faster
@tilerosborn33728 жыл бұрын
eksine
@rooftopvoter30154 жыл бұрын
The Force is strong in this one
@dukenukem57684 жыл бұрын
You use your head?
@eksine4 жыл бұрын
@c v the council has made me a Jedi, but I refused. I want to study the darkside, they have better facilities
@eksine4 жыл бұрын
@c v nah don't try that, rookie mistake, it just fries the computers. Wait our cars hover they don't even use batteries
@andypollock55773 жыл бұрын
I love these vids, as they are so informative for guys trying to do the work themselves. My only comment on this vid is that when you torque the lug nuts you should make sure the car can't roll at all. If it can, then some of the torque is lost turning the wheel a few degrees before tightening the lug nut. The other thing I was taught as an apprentice mechanic many years ago is that when using a torque wrench you should use it by pushing down and not pulling up. Other than that I can't praise Chris enough for the quality and knowledge he gives away for free in all his videos. Top guy!
@Elliana2002Ай бұрын
Thank you Chris for reminding me of the lessons my shop teacher Mr. Hebert taught me. He did 1 on 1 car maintenance lessons with me, it was a really good experience. Im only realising now, in my early twenties how very important caring for your car is
@MrSupercrayo5 жыл бұрын
This was extremely helpful and thank you for including how to use the torque wrench 💯💯
@Dannyyzeee8 жыл бұрын
is there any other way to lift up the wheel without your feet cause I don't wanna mess up my yeezys and my wheels are solid gold even my tires. BTW I drive a Hyundai accent
@Dannyyzeee8 жыл бұрын
***** my rims and tires were forged off a solid block of gold brah and diamond studded lugs
@unlimitedprogress38828 жыл бұрын
i dont think toy should be wearing yeeyzys when working on a car. hust common sense man.
@ToXiiCxGUNNER8 жыл бұрын
+Daniyal S. This made me laugh 😂 you have gold rims with diamond lug nuts and I have a pure diamond Lamborghini with rims made of jewels
@Kevinrevenger8 жыл бұрын
Go to the gym more
@thumpertorque_8 жыл бұрын
+Daniyal S. Took me some type to realize it was a joke xD
@MrTrustafox10 жыл бұрын
I usually put the stands on the jacking point on the sill. That way you don't need to even put your arm under while its still on the jack.
@stephmasha3 жыл бұрын
Congratulations on getting straight to the point, talking fast but clearly, and not under explaining or over explaining!
@impulse41042 жыл бұрын
3 years of watching your videos man thank you for the knowledge and the passion🤝🤝
@jenifergopo49175 жыл бұрын
Thanks for showing a safety jacking up
@brandonalvarez6040 Жыл бұрын
Watching this while I have a flat tire because no one taught me 👁👄👁
@jdigitalseven78 жыл бұрын
I love that you promote using a torque wrench to put lug nuts back on!!
@chrisfix8 жыл бұрын
Thanks! It really helps ensure your wheel wont fall off while driving and if there is an emergency like a flat tire, you can actually get the wheel off on the side of the road.
@voland45138 жыл бұрын
Hello ChrisFix a have got a interesting question to you, an old European car VW golf MK3 1994 with 300 000 Miles on. Left side bearing new the same both CV joints on the driveshaft new. Driving on straight line I'm getting a rubbing noise from the left side, the noise stops only when turning left. I'm suspecting the left side bearing inside in the gearbox that turns the driveshaft. Is an expensive job as transmission need to be replaced. The noise increase with the speed, so has to be a bearing.What you think about this noise?
@RileyBanksWho6 жыл бұрын
aurel ion Rotaru call a garage..
@16wickedlovely6 жыл бұрын
Is the torque wrench necessary if your tightening by hand an not an impact gun?
@christianta19336 жыл бұрын
Torque wrenches are used simply to tighten the lug nuts the proper amount. If lugs nuts are too loose, worst-case scenario your wheel will straight up fall off in the middle of your drive. If too tight (highly unlikely), you can strip the threads, or potentially warp the brake disc, or hell also make the entire wheel fall off. Just like Chris advocates, better safe than sorry.
@18sohaib3 жыл бұрын
Just got my first car (2013 honda accord sport) and I'm binge-watching your videos so hard. Want to learn how to treat my baby right!
@hinatauzumakih62986 жыл бұрын
My first video watching how to change a tire and it gives me confidence on changing the tire on my mom's car because i just want her to be safe . thank you for making this so in depth , i learned how to change one but not in depth like this
@lookitslucas36594 жыл бұрын
Of course he has to make a video about the mist basic thing in the world. That's why this channel is good
@chrisfix4 жыл бұрын
I want to show these basic things for people that might just be getting into cars!
@azain35644 жыл бұрын
@@chrisfix thanks Chris. Appreciate the hard work. I also watched two ads before the video :) so I hope that helped
@jeremycrisp84606 жыл бұрын
I've changed a tire a dozen times. Still wanted to watch this lol
@Okurka.8 ай бұрын
I bet you never changed a tire in your life.
@chrisfix10 жыл бұрын
I would like to hear if anyone does anything differently or has other tips to add to the video!
@dwoodog10 жыл бұрын
I'm not gonna get into it to much, but do you ever put anti-seize on the lugs or nuts?
@chrisfix10 жыл бұрын
dwoodog Not on the lugs or studs (never put anything on the lugs or studs) but I have seen people put it on the hub where the rim contacts the hub. The reason some people do this is because dissimilar metals bond together through rust. I never really had that problem on my vehicles so I never had to... So on the lugs or studs, no, but on the hub, maybe.
@noxkidxxx10 жыл бұрын
ChrisFix Everywhere I have read, they say to NEVER put any kind of lubricant or anti-seize on the studs or nuts for fear that they will work loose. However, I always put some on the center hub to keep the wheel from seizing onto the hub.
@chrisfix10 жыл бұрын
Thomas Perry Exactly! You should never put anything on the studs or lugs. I misread his comment. I thought he said around the studs (where the rim meets the hub).
@123jkhk910 жыл бұрын
Hey what brands should I buy my tools from. Good brand any cheap brand from the dollar store
@oobaka19676 жыл бұрын
This makes me appreciate the ramp my father made from a couple of I beams. Changing tires at chest level is a lot easier than at ground level. Also makes it easy and safe to get under the cars. Haven't used a "four way" in years. Breaker bar and impact driver makes things pretty easy and quick. Changed hundreds of tires if not thousands and I still enjoyed watching Chris do it.
@kathygarvin57453 жыл бұрын
I dont know why he doesnt use one to get then off. Is there a reason. Breaker bar more risk to break a lug
@izzyeasy302 жыл бұрын
I'm a car dummy & a woman.. this is really helpful so in future if anything happens, i know what to do.. Plus, when i first got a car, i bought most of little major/minor tools/equipment in the boot.. thank you for explaining.. & i love the way your video is pretty straightforward - straight to your tools.. Like Gordan Ramsay - straight to his knife 😁
@tylerrussell31215 жыл бұрын
You also want to put on the lug nuts in a star pattern
@hcoyhis7 жыл бұрын
The torque can vary a lot between vehicles. I've seen as low as 75 ft/lbs on some Subaru and 170 on old f350s. Most cars actually call for around 80 ft/lbs.
@chrisfix7 жыл бұрын
+Hunter Coyhis thanks for sharing Hunter
@sanischare4 жыл бұрын
This one is really good video, when u have all the tools required.
@classic.calypso Жыл бұрын
Thanks for helping me change a flat on my own! Had to step up on my short tire iron because it was too tight. And putting the tire under the car is a great idea. This video alongside the owner's manual made my morning easy! Cheers!
@SOVIETSKY_ Жыл бұрын
This is so easy to understand and I appreciate it I'm a Automotive student where in preventive maintenance system chap that's why I really really need this Vid thank U
@jasoncaldwell88810 жыл бұрын
I roll the tire up on my knee on bigger tires. you have to do it kinda fast but better than lifting it
@chrisfix10 жыл бұрын
Jason Caldwell Good Tip! Kinda like rolling it on your foot sitting down!
@Rymden28 жыл бұрын
If u have a friend with you, he/she can push the breaks on the car and u can tighten the bolts with ease.
@chrisfix8 жыл бұрын
Good idea! Thanks!
@Rymden28 жыл бұрын
You're damn fast to respond to comments Chris, keep up the good work! :)
@DJzMax8 жыл бұрын
there might be a chance that the car could fall off the jack stands cuz ur putting alot of pressure on the car when it's in the air. I'm not sure tho.
@dukenukem57684 жыл бұрын
That's a wrong way. Tighten as much as you can with wheel off ground, then 3/4 tight with wheel just touching ground, then final fully tight with car's full weight on the wheel
@Akotski-ys9rr3 жыл бұрын
Imagine seeing a guy take off the tire off his car then put it back on right away 😂
@corym25136 жыл бұрын
Bud your the best, went and purchased 2 torque wrenches,learnt how to use them watching your vids. Great job. Great vids.
@blizzardbeepimp69933 жыл бұрын
If I may say so, you sir, are quite the man of undeniably disciplined safety, a gifted and gracious educator, and above all else, of course - a flagrant yet legendary comedian 11:39 10:40 Nice Video dude
@josueavalos59623 жыл бұрын
Rip to all the people watching this on the side of the road
@MGKammy7 ай бұрын
It's me 😢. I am people
@seasons16504 ай бұрын
Don't say that! 😢
@380stroker6 жыл бұрын
Step 1. Jack the car up so the tire is off the ground. Step 2. Use a impact wrench to take off the wheel while the tire is off the ground. Step 3. Use impact wrench to put lugs back on so they are only snug. Step 4. Low the car back to the ground and use torque wrench to tighten to spec.
@dukenukem57684 жыл бұрын
I don't have an impact wrench. I don't find any problem using a hand wrench.
@xingyulu761610 жыл бұрын
Can you show how to jack all wheels off the ground simultaneously? Any thing we have to be aware of?
@MrThorMNFinest2 жыл бұрын
Chris Fix , I have one arm as well as 4 titanium rods attached to my spine and do all the work on my 4x4 Chevy Blazer solely on my own. With your help at times. Right now I have to replace my front right wheel hub/bearing assembly but I can not afford it! 😔 Is there any possibility you could help me ? I swear I’d never in my entire life forget it and would tell so many of the great miracle you are. If you were to tape it I garauntee you it’d make you grow in ways you never thought possible. Love you man. -Mr. Harley David Thorson.
@peterpayne27202 жыл бұрын
I just got stuck on the side of the road for the first time. This video along with my Lancer owner's manual got me back on the road. Thanks for showing how to do this.
@MrTrustafox10 жыл бұрын
One tip would be to make sure you put the wheel on the ground with the face up. I unthinkingly quickly put one face down and when I gave it a shove out the way it got scratch! :(
@ryans4135 жыл бұрын
MrTrustafox Oh rim side up it’s not a must but it’s more to keep everything looking good. Not a bad tip
@Isurirajakaruna3 жыл бұрын
I was meant to watch a movie with my friends but my mum just realised that we have a flat tire and my dad isn't home how convenient 💀💀💀
@veritas10738 жыл бұрын
hey chris, do you have a video on changing tires off and on the wheel? cheers.
@MrRafa19198 жыл бұрын
That would be interesting!
@MK-ex4pb7 жыл бұрын
You need a machine for that or a lot of time and effort. It's easier to just pay$10 to a shop. Nobody really changes their own tires
@dukenukem57684 жыл бұрын
@@MK-ex4pb I take tyres on and off, eg to change the TPMS valves when they stop working. I don't use a machine, just tyre levers, it's not as hard as you say. It would take me longer to drive to a workshop and wait around for them. I get new tyres from a workshop because they need balancing, but then I take just the wheels because they do the lug nuts too tight.
@hadez_3602 жыл бұрын
Just changed my first tyre today, this video had me prepared for this very day. Thanks Chris
@honeybee65762 жыл бұрын
I like that you showed a technique to put the tires on if they're a bit heavy When my dad showed me how to do this he covered most of what you did but replacing the tire he had to do bc i was too smal (not very strong-)
@revolutions886 жыл бұрын
I just changed my tire for the time today
@chrisfix6 жыл бұрын
Awesome and nice work!!!!
@revolutions886 жыл бұрын
ChrisFix cheers man for the videos
@rooftopvoter30154 жыл бұрын
I change tires everyday in a tire shop. Try doing a dually from Canada with rusted on everything. Canadians never take care of their vehicles.
@revolutions884 жыл бұрын
@@rooftopvoter3015 cool story bro changed my life
@BIGDAWGTEMP10 ай бұрын
I’m here because I apply for a job at Gerald’s tires & brakes but I don’t kno shi bout cars
@CadenHolland-my4od6 ай бұрын
Bro fuckin same
@ashtonbaird84644 ай бұрын
lmao i feel bad for who’s ever car comes across you
@Mr.Ramirez958 жыл бұрын
"Another thing you can't jack up on" I see what you did there 😏
@thebunnydeville54256 жыл бұрын
I just bought a new car jack, and it's different from the one that came with my car. Thank you so much for this, it was very educational and now I won't have to call for help when I get a flat! ;)
@aztropanda70823 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much ChrisFix. The last time i went to a mechanic they torque my wheel lugs so tight and they also made my oil drain plug so tight and stripped it off. I had to buy the tools and do it myself and learned all thanks to you.
@BillyBob-vh8sw6 жыл бұрын
You forgot the aluminium paste or grease! Is the torque wrench calibrated?
@c0r5e6 жыл бұрын
My god “ Dat one dat one dat one “ 😂
@kimorawilson31214 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! Now I know how to take off tires off of my boyfriend's car when he has me f***ed up
@thevoid66195 жыл бұрын
Wow I gotta give u props. U are actually a good teacher when it comes to cars. Keep it up
@anupamacr5523 жыл бұрын
I know how to drive a car but im a kid 10 years old XD because my uncle teaches me only about manual car gears so i watch you and i started practicing and I subscribed :)
@gamecapturemoments16 жыл бұрын
Was really hoping this would be a demount/mounting a tire video. Future video?!?!?!
@chrisfix6 жыл бұрын
Yea I want to do a video on that! It’s hard to do at home
@gamecapturemoments16 жыл бұрын
From my experience, the easiest way to break the bead is to run it over with a truck after removing the valve core. To reset the bead, push it over on the back side so it is tight, then put an unmounted tire under the one you are trying to mount, so that the rim lays due to gravity and puts even pressure on the other side of the bead. Fill it with air, wait for the bead to pop on both sides. That's how I've done it.
@dukenukem57684 жыл бұрын
@@gamecapturemoments1 That's about what I do. But I don't directly run the tyre over, I put a plank of wood like a ramp up to the tyre and drive up it. More control over where the force is placed.
@squidgodtheinkmonster94098 жыл бұрын
whenever I need to take a tire off I always leave a lug nut at the top of the rim on the peg.
@JoyconJames8 жыл бұрын
chris...i have a flat tire...I bought a used 1995 honda civic that didn't come with a tire iron and it has cutom tires. nothing I do can even begin latching onto the lugnuts...so i have a car in my driveway without anyway of being able to take the tire off and getting it patched...the tire will not hold any air at all...please help man.
@MK-ex4pb7 жыл бұрын
Joystick James did you figure it out yet
@jayrivers84786 жыл бұрын
I know this is late and I'm sure you've solved this problem already, but this is in case someone else reads it in the future and has the same question. The answer is that you have aftermarket lug nuts. Aftermarket lug nuts have their own unique sizes, that's why when you buy aftermarket lug nuts for aftermarket or custom wheels, they come with their own unique socket to loosening and tightening them.
@drippingwax6 жыл бұрын
@@jayrivers8478 If you can figure out what lug nuts they are, you can find the proper socket, or you purchase nut extractors and the proper lug nuts.
@Milchyy6 жыл бұрын
This was one of the best instruction videos ever :D please never stop doing videos. It's excellent for beginners :D
@Jamie-mm8cj4 жыл бұрын
I am a girl who knew pretty much 0 things about cars and now that I am 20 I bought my first car it was used You helped me get my car in decent shape I even repainted my car and fixed clear coat scratches I successfully changed my transmission fluid the other day thanks to your video on it Thanks !! Now I'm here because I'm transforming my car and it needs brand new wheels lol