Chrysler Town & Country - Rotted Oil Pan

[@ozzykrahn806]

this guy is my favorite youtube mechanic, someone i actually trust

[@Thecrazyvaclav]

Mustie 1 is excellent as well, he does more barn find will it run type stuff

[@mybigfartsreallystin]

@@Thecrazyvaclav The common thread is:... ....they *both* have the patience of Job(Tip of the Hatlo hat to the Bible)...

[@Thecrazyvaclav]

@@mybigfartsreallystin the other thing is talking to the viewers like we are standing next to them and training us lik apprentices

[@robear6361]

True dat!

[@johnsn10]

Check out Rainman Rays Repairs. He’s #1

[@carlbowcut7691]

My wife thinks I'm weird that I could watch this for hours. I'm not a mechanic, but I'm a retired teacher and so I have done a good share of my own repair work.

[@n1f1sniper]

It's weird. I spend all day at my job, a mechanic at a honda dealership. Then come home and watch your videos. I love how calm and cool everything is despite the situation.

[@bobhudson6659]

I am a retired mechanic in Land Down Under - and I still watch this bloke. Must be a sickness. Can you recommend a suitable remedy?

[@adventureoflinkmk2]

You're not alone, I'm a bus driver by day and still consume bus content even off the clock

[@stuckinmygarage6220]

He is in "The Groove".

[@duanethumudo3967]

I know right. I turn wrenches on trucks all day and come home and watch Mr. O. You always learn something new!

[@bobhudson6659]

@@duanethumudo3967 I am 71 yrs old and I learn something new every day in automotive, machining or just life in general. I don't care if I learn from a four year old.

[@markfx12]

Thankfully you renewed the guy's contract who does the voice-over commentary. He is a keeper!

[@seanward7676]

This video reminded me of my days as a Chrysler tech. This era minivan was my favorite to work on due to the relatively simple and straight forward design. After the other techs stuck me with all the jobs on the crossfire's, these things were such a relief to take on. Looking forward to the follow up to this video.

[@peachyclean93]

They're amazing vans we had one a 2005 Chrysler Town and country had 250,000 mi on the clock and we had to get rid of her because of the salt! That van was amazing

[@tawidave7092]

That 3 key-ons thing is great (for codes)!!! On my son's nissan, you have to key on 3 times, padal down for 10sec, then key on twice again, then run around the car twice, then sacrifice a lamb, and repeat till the solar eclipse.

[@richardthomas1743]

Hello Eric and hello to Mrs O and hello to the rusted out MOPAR!

[@brianhind6149]

Eric...I VERY much enjoy all your videos, & I have been watching them since day one. I have to tell you that no site I watch on KZbin has as much noise as yours. Traffic noise, the damned "High Noon Siren, rattle guns operating in another bay, the air compressor pumping up, the shop extension of the telephone ringer, & other extraneous noises. Your shops sounds like a Romanian steel mill starting up. When I select your "channel"...I first down down my local audio. Mrs. "O", is a marvelous adjunct to your clips. I can't believe the size of your kids.......has it been that long ? What a great asset you & your shop are to your clients. I enjoy your clips with Ivan from Pine Hollow, & your dual diagnoses as a team. Small town American business man....God Bless you all.

[@stanleytownsend1886]

I live in Arizona. It`s always a surprise to find any major rust damage. The damage you encounter seems a nightmare. Much respect.

[@ethelryan257]

Growing up and living in Wyoming, I am still not quite certain what these 'humidity' and 'rust' are of which Eric so often speaks. We have salt, of course - it comes in blocks for the animals in winter. Somehow, it seems like people in upstate New York go out with salt shakers and spill it all over the streets?!?

[@RideAcrossTheRiver]

@@ethelryan257Don't be daft.

[@joshcrocker4596]

The fact that you and the wife work/live together is awesome! Good people 👍. Truly blessed

[@shamusa943]

I've never seen a rotted oil pan in a daily driver. Here is the first and here is the man who figured out the problem. Thank you sir.

[@CedarAshCanvas]

Pretty common on steel pans in salt-using jurisdictions, in my experience. Rots from outside in, usually on back side of pan where dirt, moisture, and salt can linger. Once perforation occurs, oil seeps through, and stops further rusting at that loc'n, but you now have a weeping pan. My VW 1.6 turbodiesel currently marks its spot when parked.

[@alwhitesell4023]

You have never owned a Ford super Duty.

[@arthurturner9398]

One not only has to check oil pan for rusting out rear end cover also

[@CJ-wq5ve]

I’m probably the only one but I giggled for quite some time when you said “Contact” at 21:17 before starting the engine. It’s the small stuff that makes me really appreciate your channel. Thank you!!

[@graemepaul8748]

I usually only watch classic car/muscle car repair, resto etc, but I never miss an SMA episode now, always great content.

[@ABAT58]

You are my favorite KZbin mechanic. You are very knowledgeable. Thank you for making those videos. God bless you.

[@williamgagnonroadboxservice]

Good evening again Mr. O another after supper video I love it

[@gillboardman8998]

"Easiest oil pan removal/install you'll ever see" is right. I changed my Roadmaster Wagon LT1 pan gasket this summer. Started at 10am in the morning and finished up just after midnight. Including having to raise the engine up off the mounts, get the tranny cooler hoses out of the way, and get the frozen oil filter "adapter" out of the way. Those Fel-Pro plastic stud/holders are the bee's knees. 😎👍

[@m.g.540]

Favourite KZbin Mechanic with his own shop so it is what it is, then it is from the rust belt and all the problems that rust produces and complicates in the repair process.

[@MichaelB-cs6ke]

i had a 05 grand caravan with the 3.3, it had the original plugs/wires/coil with 205k before the coil went out. i replaced all and it ran like a dream after that. too bad the transmission went out at 210k, i loved that van.

[@donstevenson3960]

An oil sending unit socket! I'm often amazed at the specialty tools that Eric has. Not always expensive ones either - just very specific for a task at hand.

[@Ebooger]

Nothing new...I have had one since approx. 1965!

[@allanszast7579]

Not anything that a mechanic with more than 5 years in the field wouldn't have.

[@andrewps84]

Pretty sure I bought one years ago when we replaced the engine in my Plymouth Reliant. Also have an O2 socket and probably some other tools I haven’t often used.

[@trotva]

Had to rewatch the bringing out of the Brake Clean several times. The sound effect is perfect !

[@dwaynemadsen964]

New pan, new drain plug, check it anyway! New doesn't mean good. New means unused. Looking forward to part 2. Thank you for sharing. Stay safe.

[@tonyday7632]

Every pull of the trigger is like rolling the dice. Watching an Eric O video is better than gambling. Can wait to get my next fix, Jones'n for part II. Thanks Eric

[@scottwilcoxson2439]

I'm originally from Central Illinois and I thought I knew what rust looks like. Sure, we get enough of it. But New York rust looks worse. I've certainly never seen spark plugs so rusted. Waiting for part 2.

[@freetolook3727]

The good news is that within 24 hours of any winter weather event, you can drive on the roads.

[@jerrymoore7669]

Glad we are back on speaking terms.

[@johnr6841]

It amazes me the age and shape of the vehicles you help folks keep going. Sometimes I see the things you work on and I cannot help but wonder how they are not already in the pick-n-pull yard.

[@crabmansteve6844]

That's vehicles from a snow state for ya. That road salt all winter long really works their vehicles over, and it seems like 90% of people never get their cars undercoated there which blows my mind. Undercoating doesn't solve the problem but it mitigates it like crazy, it's really quite effective.

[@gatekeeper65]

A lot of it's about the local economy. Not everyone can afford a new vehicle just because the old one is getting tired.

[@johnr6841]

I get that for sure. I am just really remarking on the fact that those vehicles are still repairable given the harsh conditions they are subjected to. 'Back in the day' I have made floorboards for some of my own from scrap to keep them going just a bit longer. Salt is a killer for sure.

[@zr1sparky1]

One of the best things about your videos is the end when you make your segway about making comments always cracks me up

[@DirectCurrent4u]

I have so much respect for mechanics that I have to work in the Rust Belt! Living in the south west I get excited when I see a rust on a vehicle. I can't imagine what it's like to see it every day on every vehicle you were gone. My hats off to you Mr. O for having to deal with this day in and day out. In my opinion taking your time and having patience is key. Keep up the great work and look forward to the next one.

[@snowboardguy1233]

I wish I could say rust excited me 😂

[@mianasadmahmood9092]

This man is true legend auto mechanic, Although, we do customized leather jackets but seen videos of this man regularly.

[@fredkaminski3668]

Oh boy ! A cliff hanger! I can’t wait for part 2!

[@porkchop4604]

Eric, you work on engines like a dentist on teeth, poking then blowing off with the air gun. Always love your videos and your quality work. Need more Erics.

[@kens.3729]

Another Quality Repair Job by the Most Conscientious Auto Mechanic on the East Coast. Thanks Eric! 👍🙏

[@elicallaway342]

Decent mechanic, absolute master of segue into the closing.

[@135SoHc]

Those felpro snap-ups are great for the chrysler 2.2/2.5 oil pans, which looks 90% similar to the 3.3/3.8 and almost as easy to service. The key dance trick works for OBD-1 mopars as well, just count the CEL flashes.

[@josephking6515]

One of the best parts of your videos is the _segway_ at the end. Very innovative IMO and well worth the wait. *Thank You!*

[@rogeryanez8107]

I have learned so much from this guy, Thanks Mr. O for all the valuable knowledge through out the years.

[@paulbush7095]

Always leave them wanting more, Mr. O. Always leave them wanting more. You are THE consummate professional.

[@callingoutdead]

Phew! I thought I was going to have to do some work. Thanks to this video, I can just procrastinate a bit longer!

[@vandalsr1959]

A friend of mine had a 2006 town and country with 380000 miles on it still run perfect I had a 05 had 180000 on it when I sold it

[@riccracc6547]

Key on 3 times is what I've used for my jeeps for years! Thanks for the great video as usual Eric

[@larryreagan6936]

I remember the early 90s Chrysler v6 engines were know for the oil sending unit to pop apart and squirt all the oil out going down the highway, the plastic pressure insert would literally break off and expose the sending unit bladder behind it. great video as always!

[@robcarter42]

Glad to see and hear the "classic" Eric O is back! I will be looking forward to the spark plug replacement video. Thank you for sharing your life experience and your family with me. My wife and I are going to a firearm class at our local gun range to learn how to shoot. Thank you so much for taking the time to share your talents with us! We really look forward to learning about all different things from cars to tractors and BBQ! 😃

[@peteosinga8845]

My 2004 caravan has the same engine, just about to hit 300,000 miles no major repairs, love it

[@markmalikowski4971]

Great video as always. Even though Chryslers are mostly old parts and rust, the older ones aren't too bad to work on. Also had to replace an oil pan on my 13 Avenger, but it was way worse, to the point of looking like an onion blossom. Looking forward to the crusty plugs. Thanks again for another awesome video!

[@brassmule]

Hey Mr O, thanks for this video! I am doing some repairs to my elderly neighbor's 1998 Plymouth Grand Voyager as a bit of charity work - valve cover gaskets, spark plugs, belt tensioner and idler pulley, and I decided to handle the oil pan and front seal leak while I was at it. I got a little stumped by the bracket you dealt with at 11:18 - a little different on my model year but close enough - in order to get the inspection plate off the transmission and get the pan fully removed. I couldn't believe you had to remove a bracket to get the cover off to get the pan off but lo and behold, you do. Really helped me out so I appreciate it. She's all buttoned up now and finally no more leaks! Thank you for sharing all that you do with us. God bless you and yours.

[@jeremyTallen1]

These 3.3L are surprisingly easy to work on. If I am correct you can do headgaskets pretty easily also.

[@tiredagain6722]

I share the "on off on off on" trick with all my friends that have Chryslers. It never fails to amaze!

[@joelrobledo9833]

Love how you make it look so easy.. Keep at it Eric. Encourage us all.

[@donpenning7172]

Oil pan and good old fashioned speed wrench, what a match.

[@SomeGuyInSandy]

I did my headlights last week, and used the Safe-T-Clear coating. it's really good, thanks for the recommendation. They should be paying you.

[@twig3288]

It’s because they’re not paying him that assures authenticity.

[@Yawwee]

If you like to have nice expensive tools and testers - you sure as hell better have good quality camera and recording equipment to film this stuff !!!!! Kind of easy oil pan removal, minimum tasks to get it off. No undoing motor mounts and exhaust pipes and such as jacking the engine up. Those were some rusted spark plugs, should put new wires, coil and plugs and silicone dielectric grease in the boots of the wires. Good workmanship demands it !!! I'll be waiting for the tune up edition of this vehicle, and some fluid film on rusty areas to give it another year of life !!!!! Well done, Eric !!!!! 😀🥳😺👍

[@stephencooney9870]

Thanks for talking. Everybody knows you have to talk to the car when your working on it, it needs guidance as to what you want! Then there are all of us too!

[@mikerobbins5049]

Looking forward to part 2 Eric. I don’t do a lot of work on my vehicles these days but I still do my own oil changes and air filters. Oh, and brakes. I did rotate the tires on my Jeep today and I think next time I’ll let my mechanic do it (they are 37’s) as they are heavy for this 70 yr old fella.....

[@oldbiker9739]

Mike Robins , I here yah , Im 70 and just changed out the wife's summer to winter tires here in Alberta Canada , yes Ill have the tire shop doit next time ,still sore from 3 days a go , like Clint Eastwood said A MAN'S GATTA KNOW HIS LIMITATIONS LOL. have a good day

[@mikerobbins5049]

@@oldbiker9739 I know what you mean about being sore I just sometimes forget and do more than I should. Take care Old Biker. Hope you have a good rest of 2022 and a good New Year too

[@rickrogers2649]

Like an epidemic or something, I'm 70 also. I still do most of my own repairs but I notice it takes longer to get up off the creeper than it used to. 😁🙃🤣

[@JHruby]

The brake clean sound effect. Gets me every time. Those Astro carbide scrapers are awesome. Get several because you'll want 1 in every tool box.

[@ChrisVargasrpht2000chris]

I can"t wait for part 2 to find out what happens.

[@smokeskull]

So you can appreciate how good that new coil works we recommend new spark plugs and wires.

[@NatesHomeTours]

I feel you on the lost footage. I had a nearly new, memory card go bad on me and lost a whole days worth of filming. I spent 7 1/2 hours filming homes in N.C (I live in Montana) didn't know the footage was corrupt till I got back home in Montana.

[@SouthMainAuto]

ughhh that sucks :(

[@agenericaccount3935]

I feel ya. I carry a laptop with me after similar losses. Just a quick skim after every gig to make sure things are where they need to be.

[@garywaisner7393]

Eric, you need to trust the "Force" because the "Force" is strong with you. You only do what is necessary for customer.

[@jimclifford1241]

Another awesome video. Thank goodness you have abandoned the no-talk video style. It's always helpful to know what things are "classic". Love ya bro.

[@SouthMainAuto]

It's the classic talking video :)

[@michaelperry7527]

I never want to work on my vehicles but I like being educated on the process so I am not ripped off. I had a mechanic tell me I had a head casket that was cracked but when I took it for a second opinion it was the heater core was cracked. The head casket was just fine. Stay knowledgeable so you don't get cheated. Thanks for sharing these videos so we can be educated in the process.

[@pablos6.060]

I bet the twist is that the rear 3 spark plugs are older than the front ones or probably never been changed. I have helped family change spark plugs and found that to be the issue.

[@brnmcc01]

All 6 were original factory plugs, he mentioned that in the video.

[@russellstephan6844]

Intense DIY guy here... To simplify my oil changes, I converted over to vacuum extraction some years ago. Now, I no longer need to drag out the hydraulic jack and jack stands to perform a simple oil change. Every other year or so, when the family's vehicles are up on the jack stands for other underside maintenance, then, I'll hit it with a new oil filter and complete oil pan drain. But, my 1993 Chevy C1500 pickup truck didn't particularly like to accept or give back the vacuum extraction tube inserted down the oil check dipstick. Well, that just won't do... I removed the oil pan and cut out the thin sharp-edged anti-slosh baffles causing the tube insertion/retaining problem. In addition, I welded in a couple of blocking plates to keep the vacuum tube from folding under where it shouldn't be. Now, every time I breeze through an oil extraction oil change, ten minutes tops, I smile that smile of making a dreaded necessary chore *_so_* much easier!

[@BigDaddy_MRI]

Looking forward to the part dos. Once again, love your videos. Thanks for taking us along!

[@tonychandler8908]

I have been watching your videos for about 4 years now and I truly love them because you are the real dell I am a mechanic and been one for 47 years now but I work on big trucks like your Dad and brother I am going to retire next year and if I had to do over I would do the same thing but I love watching your videos and the way your wife is wright their with you THAT is what makes it great brother

[@brianbanks3044]

"Mother of pearl...who put this oil filter on last time???"...oh yeah, i did it last time

[@davidplaster4576]

I will say, after working on these vans multiple times a year; it's nice to see Eric doing exactly what I do every single time!! These are classic common failures these vans have!! Oil pressure switch, oil pan, bottom and side transmission pans!! Easy money baby!! Badly worn spark plugs knock out the ignition coil, common failure!! That power steering hose is another common thing, looks to be another part swapper coming up later.

[@TheLazyCarrot]

Surprisingly clean engine!! Good job Eric as always.

[@danrowley7002]

I was starting to miss the brakleen sound. Nice to know it’s still there.

[@DIYDaveOK]

You know, I sometimes think Chrysler/Stellantis *deliberately* lowers the quality bar to see just how low it can go before people just stop buying them. Thanks as always, Eric!

[@ryanthompson2893]

Those "crappy" minivans can last 100s of thousands of miles. They're not bad.

[@DIYDaveOK]

@@ryanthompson2893 To each their own. After seeing a parade of those things in so many SMA videos over the years, then comparing that to the 12 trouble-free years we had with our Toyota Sienna, I'll take the latter any day.

[@knobrush]

@@ryanthompson2893 My brother has one of those "crappy" minivans. It's an '03 with 160k on the clock and way less rust than that one has. Just routine maintenance.

[@robertrichardson1133]

@@DIYDaveOK I am not going to say that Chrysler (or any of the big 3) are at the level of quality of a Toyota, but I have had 2 T&C's and both of them were still running good with know issues afyer 200k. I am a mechanic, but did not have to do any repairs other than normal maintenance.

[@GixxerRider1991]

​@@DIYDaveOK You see so many in these videos because most of the people who own them can't afford to keep up with maintenance.

[@robertgreer5229]

That’s it ! I want to know the producer’s and director’s name to complain lol 😂 Glad we have voice audio on this one , I thought you were mad at us! Lol I felt scolded ! It was cool on the leaf spring fix video. “Professional at work…..” Thanks… can’t wait to see the drama with those spark plugs! Damn…..👍🏻🍿👏🏻😎

[@jamesbruno5896]

Nice job team SMA!

[@DeweyCheatumNHoweLLC]

Ooh! A cliffhanger! The drama! The suspense! The pathos! Popping the popcorn.

[@ericpaul4575]

I was surprised there was not enough oil on that pan to keep it from rusting.

[@hoopty.]

Crisis quit in town and the country issues.

[@fredwalker839]

Eric, the irony of this trade! Yesterday, Friday, I did spark plugs on a 03 Ram Convertion van 360 V-8 ! # 1 &3 were so rusted in I could not see the base of the plugs for Hardened rust ! Here we go Friday! Small angle grinder, can’t hit what was left of plug hex! Grind,spray,blow x 3-4 times ! New plug socket, hammer on,, #1 finally came out ! Feelin good! #3,,,,,,,,, worse fear on Friday ! “SNAP” 1/2 of plug came out ! Like a ford 5.4L ! Hail Mary Friday! Threads seized in head, put brazing tip on torches, got Mac short hex extractors, taped to 2 sockets,plan A&B. Found a new Snap On long spiral extractor, put in my tap socket, plan C ! Water hose ready, burnt off fluids, ( cast iron heads) Standing on my head,, heat threads, (short window of hope) heat broken threads in the head,,,,plan A,, nope ! switch to plan C quickly! 2 good pounders with the hammer ,,,,,boom! it came loose ! Quickly spray , spray, came out ! Borascope in cylinder,,,no disasters! Got er done,,,,6 hrs.? I broke my arm patting myself on on my back! TGIF ! LOL

[@johnreese3762]

Now I know what they mean by "The rust belt"!

[@solarscreen]

Was the driver's door not closed or is it not airtight up at the top at the b pillar? Thought I saw light coming in when you went outside to get it.

[@davidfarmer1666]

Say hi to Mrs O. I am glad you forgot to start the camera, we saw enough of the van repairs. But those plugs were probably fun to get out with all the rust. But again you are so skilled you got it done 👍. Be safe and stay out of the city.

[@edwinsemidey1992]

Love the video can't wait for pt2

[@dmonty8721]

Eric you are the cheapest form of therapy a get. So relaxing.. Good job thanks for the relaxation.

[@charleskile3769]

So glad you can still talk... I was afraid you had been struck by lightning and lost your voice. Yeah baby! Keep up the good work, blessings to you and yours my friend.

[@officialshadetreeamerica]

The transmission pan doesn't look long for this world also. I had to do both pans on my 2011 Chrysler Town And Country last year at the same time. Great video Eric. Can't wait for part 2 and your struggles on those OE spark plugs. I can imagine how crappy that job was.

[@ekop1778]

REMINDS ME OF MY 97 4 DOOR NEON JUNKER CHRYSLER

[@Sicktrickintuner]

Wait till you need a crank sensor….

[@officialshadetreeamerica]

@@Sicktrickintuner Please don't jinx me😂

[@Sicktrickintuner]

@@officialshadetreeamerica It’s pretty easy, just cant see it on the back of the engine/transmission and one 10mm bolt

[@officialshadetreeamerica]

@@Sicktrickintuner oh, so it's like a 4.0L Jeep or a 90's Dodge Ram then... Why couldn't it be as easy as a small block Chevy??

[@prevost8686]

Toyota FIPG,we called it figpig back in the day at the dealership, is the best sealer made and I’ve used them all. Once you seal an oil pan with it you better be sure that you did everything correctly because figpig don’t let go easily once it sets up. Great stuff.

[@ericpaul4575]

Definitely a Chrysler headliner.

[@daviddickrell4197]

Thanks for talking! I was afraid you where upset with us.

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[@scottraven1721]

Not a sponsor ? Or got one ? Thanks for postin' 🙂👍

[@agwright1183]

What in the silent ratchet wrench is that!? No ratchet sounds!

[@ptakvm]

Hey Mr. and Mrs. O, I just have 2 words for you, "Go Lee Zeldin". !

[@SouthMainAuto]

We can wish but it will never happen...😥

[@HotRod-wv4vm]

Why do people let their car go like this. Especially living in upstate NY🎃

[@johnjones4825]

I'm so glad to hear somebody else's wipers squeaking. No matter what brand I put on my car, within a month or so they start driving me crazy with the windscreen music.

[@ShainAndrews]

Bosh Icon. And clean your glass... Talking straight blade and windex. I'm not kidding either.

[@redarrow3722]

Is it me or do Mopar products love to visit Mr. O?

[@Sonichu_is_watching]

And GM

[@randycarpenter2914]

Great job Mr O. As you always do. Smarter than anyone on cars on the net tube.

[@danielschabilion9435]

First-love the videos! You are an amazing mechanic!

[@richardthomas1743]

🥉

[@dangunn6961]

Very good mechanic. I'm lucky. I have a mechanic just like him. He can fix anything and is in an old family owned garage with no overhead.

[@williamholcombe31]

Crank n them out this my guy. Thanks

[@stashoski2675]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍. I stick around for all you videos because there’s always something you can learn or refresh your memory about something you know

[@davidcurlee6759]

Sometimes Chrysler outdoes their poor quality in ways I didn't think were possible.

[@docktorleaky5869]

Sadly its not just Chrysler. My Ford work vehicles had rotted oil pans, bad ignition coils, tranny that went at 60,000, AC problems. One jumped time with 7500 miles on it. I even had a Toyota highlander that the rear pumpkin rotted out. Not abuse or lack of maintenance, just poorly made with junk materials.Of course the salty NYS roads don't help.

[@jameswise8870]

My favorite online mechanic. If only you lived a little closer, like 8 or 9 hundred miles!

[@thomashanke6750]

Oh I’ve been there before on a Chrysler. Busted spark plug electrode out of the threaded base!!! I was like WTF!! I’m so screwed. Can exactly just start it up and take it to a repair shop after that. Of course that was the first one I took out, however the others did not break. There was a few choice words and a little ingenuity and it came out without having to cut anything. Thanks Chrysler and their long spark plug tubes!

[@Vineyard_Edge]

For anyone that is a newer to auto repair, be extra careful when tightening the bolts on the oil pan. I overtightened and snapped 3 of them off, was unsuccessful getting out the broken bolts. I ended up having to "goop" the pan together where the broken bolts were. Luckily they were staggered, so it's been fine. He mentioned being careful when snugging these back down and I just wanted to second that!

[@jeffh4505]

Oh this brings back memories. I just got rid of an 05 Grand Caravan with the big 3.8, and I had all the same issues: crusty oil pan, crusty trans cover (bottom and side), crusty water pump line on the passenger side, oil pressure switch, AND the misfire (mine was a bad lifter). I'm so glad that van is gone.

[@hackfabrication139]

Eric O hits us all with the cliffhanger on the sparkplug replacement....

[@delantel6689]

Nice job as always, you and Rayman are my favorite mechanics. You explain what you’re doing and why. Thanks for the video.