Cummins, Power Stroke and Duramax

[@WingspeedGarage]

Would love to see Dave and Gale Banks have a chat

[@gordonborsboom7460]

Dave, could he even get a word in on Gale?

[@MesquiteBelt]

This is a great idea, but man what a power plant!

[@FishinFool70]

Sorry, nothing against Dave but not even close comparison.

[@WingspeedGarage]

@@FishinFool70 I was thinking more in the lines of a shop tour at banks

[@WingspeedGarage]

@@gordonborsboom7460 I was thinking more in the lines of a shop tour at banks

[@SilentxWalrus]

Dave, when you said “I hope every man and woman finds peace on this earth. That’s how I feel,” it gave me chills. I didn’t think I could respect you anymore than I already do but I was wrong

[@biglon62]

Awesome Family and business!!! My Dad and I were in business for 38 years had a Napa store and repair shop we were small but had a great business! I’m 60 now my dad is 82 had a lot of good times

[@timothyconnecticut1910]

This sounds like john from the Bristol , CT. Nappa store. Or even the old wolcott rd Nappa store in Waterbury, CT. Great family of good old fashion service.

[@genehart261]

I commuted 130 miles a day for 30 years, worked a minimum of ten hour days and usually six days a week. That long commute enabled me to solve many problems, time well spent.

[@wiredforstereo]

There are always exceptions.

[@charleshof6394]

Enjoyed your whole conversation. Found the idea of having apprenticeship really important. Investing in our younger people is incredibly important and appreciated. Thanks to all of you.

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

Well said!

[@richardroberts8742]

Apprenticeships are worth their weight in gold! Having worked around much of the world including the US I see a clear difference between the majority of the Technicians that have been through a decent apprenticeship and those that haven’t. You will always get people come through different routes and the best will always shine but an apprenticeship gives the right people the best environment to shine as early as possible!

[@moejacob]

I've had people say to me, "must be nice to have a truck, motorcycle, and side by side!" and I say, "yes it is, I woke up and worked EVERY SINGLE DAY for the last 38 years!". 3 jobs and 3 great kids... It's ok to play now. For those who have a problem with Dave buying a $400,000 car.... Pound sand and get to work. 😁

[@guysiemers2116]

Pound sand and get to work . Stfu.

[@sentientdogma1206]

Ok boomer.

[@getbent876]

And even using the BLS fake stats, an individuals real earnings are DOWN $20K in that same 38 yrs. America loves the "I got mine, screw everyone else" mentality.

[@bryanwilliams5919]

Amen Brother!

[@j.l.salayao8055]

@@sentientdogma1206 Ok zoomer!

[@timothyconnecticut1910]

Who needs Discovery? Your producing a great show now! Love you guy's. Former mechanic myself. 80s & 90s . Mostly OBD1.

[@HBSuccess]

100%. Do ppl still even watch cable TV? I’m retirement age… have 9000 channels that ALL suck and I never watch. YT premium… $12/mo no ads. Why would you bother w cable TV with the great home-grown content on EVERY subject imaginable on YT ?

[@mastercreamer1398]

Lame! Old dumb cars nobody cares about. Super lame af

[@mastercreamer1398]

@@HBSuccesswhat are you even saying old man? I’ll meet you anywhere!!!!

[@moonlite2202]

I could listen to you guys all day.

[@kevinoneill41]

But I got work to do.👍🇨🇦

[@Chuck.S.]

I have worked for huge companies. I was a regional manager for a DirecTv HSP. Managed hundreds of techs. Worked for one of the largest catalog order companies for older adults as a manager. Worked my way up in under a year. I have worked on cars all my life. Father and I took care of our collection of 12 55, 56, 57 Thunderbirds after he retired from selling auto crash parts. Plus he was an ASE certified mechanic mainly working on foreign cars and in the 70's one of the only VW mechanics in our area. Dave, honestly, I can tell a good owner from a horrible owner of a company from a mile away. If I lived out that way, I would come out of retirement to join your company.

[@franksenick18]

I love that he said the first thing someone needs to succeed is a change of attitude. When I was young I used to watch and listen to other mechanics that would just sit and complain. They never thought they were part of the problem it was always somebody, or something else. It was toxic. One person fed off of the other and nothing ever got done. I also like that they said failure is ok. A person much smarter than me used to tell me it’s okay to lose just don’t lose the lesson. I miss that man every day.

[@anthonyhengst2908]

This was very educational and professional with complete attention to detail. That is why I think you're the best.

[@randalpowell2968]

Hey Dave I have enjoyed your show for a while and I really appreciate your style and your philosophy on your work and all I can say is we need more like you, I'm 67 yo and built engines all my life and had very good success but I really enjoy how you do it, my name is Randal and I live in TN and still building engines only there diesel now, just keep up the great work brother

[@Pigtrapper]

I've worked on vehicles, semis, farm equipment, atv, almost everything. My maintained 2004 5.9 cummins is a great motor. I prefer cummins. Mainly because it's i6. Every diesel shop I ask... they all say the same. They work on powerstrokes the most, they would rather work on a cummins, but they all want to own a duramax. I'm not a fan of v8 diesels. The 7.3 is good for what it is.. but I prefer cummins

[@jimturpin6503]

I've owned a 2015 Cummins for 270,000 miles and have only needed to replace the turbo. I still have the original breaks. I average 23 mpg and have seen 27 mpg.

[@andymike6575]

@@jimturpin6503wow that’s impressive especially for the stock injectors and CP3. When did the turbo need to be replaced?

[@jimturpin6503]

@@andymike6575 I replaced the turbo at about 180,000 miles due to actuator codes. I see now that you can replace the actuator alone, but I did not know that then. I use a few of bottles of Purple Power injector cleaner every 8-10,000 miles which so far has served me well. I have always been worried about 68RFE, but it is still good to go.

[@andymike6575]

@@jimturpin6503 Thats even more impressive that the 68rfe made it that long. My 2018 6.7L has the G56 mated to it but replacing the synchros is more expensive than a reman transmission. Do you tow a lot?

[@jimturpin6503]

@@andymike6575 Yes, I've got the only one in about 6 counties that has lasted. But I am retired and want the thing to last. I don't tow much, but I am worried that I will have to pull a fire truck out of mud one day. I am trying to find out if one of those new 8 speeds will fit my truck.

[@christopherwilson4003]

You're work ethics are 100% correct Loved watching this from 🇬🇧

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@stevelink7541]

after 45 plus years i still love it, the way i look at all jobs is very simple. there are no hard,,, jobs. some just take longer than others,,,,,

[@808vws8]

Dave your a solid human,father& business owner. How I know that it’s cause of what you just said in this video. “If they were qualified I’d hire a man in a dress&treat them well/with respect” I personally think/feel the same way...as long as said person doesn’t push there lifestyle on other’s there ok in my book. You could call yourself a kitty cat for all I care...if your a great person with luv in your heart I wish you all the best in life! Much luv&respect from Hawaii🤙🏽

[@geneheck]

Excellent video guys. Also at 11:50, The word FAIL is also an acronym. "First Attempt In Learning".

[@jdef1]

One of your best videos so far. Love the technical talk.

[@rickbatey1548]

I think it was a huge help just seeing you all together and answering questions!

[@TheRealDaveRiddle]

I love this channel. I love the education and I love seeing Dave buying a McLaren. Proof that hard work can get you anywhere. I hope one day Dave buys 15 McLarens.

[@markfigger4240]

Hi Dave and crew. Really enjoy your videos and great knowledge. It's great to see you teach your son's and new employees.

[@RichardBehling]

Thanks for the web site. After spending thousands for my diesel I have cringed at the thought of rebuild or replacement. I checked out your site and find that rebuilding/replacement is still in my budget long term.

[@GoyslopGladiator]

I love that you guys didn't just answer the "how do I know what's a good car" question with "if it has X motor, it's bad", I have a very mechanical mind, in my opinion, ever motor can be made reliable by the right hands. You guys are awesome, keep doing what y'all do!

[@keithfilkins2043]

Love all your video's and shorts! But thus one was special, you must be very proud Dave! I have learned something from everyone of your videos, Thank You

[@Corey-y4p]

I would 100% work for you for free! I was injured in Afghanistan, so I spend all my time Helping. A friend opened his second house up for me on his ranch so I could have a roof over my head and I help out. I could care less about the money. But to learn from someone like you would be an absolute privilege! I love mechanics. I’ve loved mechanics for as long as I can remember. I actually tried to join the military to be Mechanic, but they ended up manipulating things and got me into a combat trade. I’m not a real big fan of technology or the smart phones, but I absolutely love that. I can throw on a video and learn more about mechanics from guys like you, who I can trust. There aren’t many people I trust when it comes to work and I’ve yet to meet a good solid mechanic, except here on KZbin. Thank you so much guys for making these videos. I know it’s another source of income for you guys but you guys like me more than you know! I do miss the days when vehicles didn’t have so much electronics in them. it’s made it a lot harder for you guys to learn. The owner of the ranch here has a 2008 6.4 L that I’ve been able to maintain and fix, but now it’s got problems that I think are bigger than what I can do. What is more videos for me to watch so you never know. Guys like you can fix this industry and bring the quality of workmanship back. You said it perfectly, you couldn’t find people to do good work! One of the hardest parts for me and getting back into the civilian world is people never care about doing good work.

[@alvinhyman6838]

It's great to hear the talk on the 6.4 power stroke because they are so easy to turn up the power. Before the EPA went crazy a full delete before cylinders 7 and 8 got washed and all the bearing destroyed by diluted oil are actually very good motors and with a normal tune had the output of the high output 6.7. A simple reprogram to add an injector in the exhaust instead of dumping on 7 and 8 would keep them EPA compliant yet eliminate a major factory flaw!

[@klikliks_service]

Funny thing is new cummins do the same thing now

[@jellyfrosh9102]

Deleting them doesn't magically make the water pump cover stop eating itself, the rod bearings get bushings, or fix their turbos from self destructing. I know. I had a deleted 6.4. On a good day it got 13 mpg deleted. My 2024 L5P with full emissions gets 21 highway every day.

[@alvinhyman6838]

​@@jellyfrosh9102if you didn't delete it before the fuel dumped in the oil ruined the bearings , it didn't do any good to delete it. If you didn't use the right fluid or check the levels the water pump will cavitate and cause damage but that isn't an issue if just the 6.4 because many of the new vehicles from different companies have that same issue! Claim what you want but Ford is the only company making it's own motor . Ram depends on Cummins and GM products rely on Isusu! General Motors tried twice with the 6.2 a converted 350 and then with the 6.5 . Oh yeah while we at it Ram nor GM have a transmission for theirs either! They depend on other manufacturers to provide those also !

[@jellyfrosh9102]

@@alvinhyman6838 The L5P is not an Isuzu engine, and they've been making that since 2017. The 10 speed in the 3/4+ tons is made by GM with Allison branding on it. I had a 2004 Duramax that had the original water pump with 285k miles on it and it didn't cavitate because it wasn't a dogshit design like the 6.4. Meanwhile on my 6.4... Engine was deleted at 80k miles, still got awful MPG. Fuel pump died at 120k despite having the filter changed every 10k. Front end death wobbled above 50 mph after about 115k miles. The best MPG I was ever able to get was 13 city and like 18 highway and that was deleted running 65 mph with stock tires. 6.4s also like to eat radiators because the frames flex, the EGR coolers fail and bend connecting rods, the turbochargers fail constantly, and they are a pain in the ass to service and work on. I sure enjoyed getting a face full of diesel fuel every time I changed my filter because Ford decided the best place for it was in the frame rail. 6.4s also eat rocker arms for lunch too. If you have a 6.4 and like it, great. Good for you. It is an objectively unreliable engine full of design flaws they never fixed.

[@Brandon_Nelson92]

6.4s are also well known for cracked pistons and failed lifters. Some people have had decent luck with the 6.4. All power to them. Many are not so lucky. I've seen the 6.4 financially devastate too many people and companies.

[@JasonMcCord-qk3yb]

Ohhh! Good one!!!👍. A “Technician” will diagnose the problem and change parts (and there’s nothing wrong with that, if that’s what you’re comfortable doing). A “Mechanic” can really fix things. Including modifying parts, in order to get more reliability, or greater functionality out of them. It takes intelligence, and a real understanding of how a machine works, in order to properly evaluate, adjust, modify and repair a complicated machine.

[@kellyscott227]

Love it man in 75 I was fixing the mistakes that dealerships couldn't make and I was making 25 bucks an hour in my driveway and I was in high school appreciate your honesty and everything cuz that's how I always did it

[@petereldredge6204]

It’s your honesty and straightforwardness that people like, keep it up! I know that’s why I watch you guys across the different platforms.

[@mr19471985]

It is good to hear your boys talk engines, your business is more than your view, your boys have your views from what you have taught them. They now have their own experience to call upon, great program and information.

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

Appreciate that, it means a great deal to me 👍. Have an awesome day

[@wingman8447]

Nice to hear guys chat about loving what they do.

[@Gilmore304]

There’s equal mechanics in your area to not have to send your vehicle or motor over 50 miles get worked on. Don’t freight even if it’s your daily. I can tell you as a mechanic in a very small unincorporated town and there are even here very capable machinist & mechanics both it’s understandable when you aren’t familiar and panic to get work done but your blessed, this isn’t 60’s 70’s or even 90’s when we didn’t have social media & even with that there’s even less people like Dave here explaining steps to help vs. other content creators just wanting show off like this is rocket science. Patience & common sense coming from self taught ASE mechanic in myself. Praise Dave & crew for legitimately trying help.

[@benjaminframe2533]

I think 99% of us like the potential recognition of being a mentor but don’t actually like the traits that are required to become one. I am in the IT industry and have yet to find one person willing to put their ego aside for the pure sake of someone else's gain. I certainly am impressed with your eagerness to show those who are motivated to learn with added opportunities. I recommend one thing for you, to not only passively mentor but actively (find opportunities) to mentor. Don't ever accept status quo from your employees, root for them every step of the way. Keep it up,

[@johnlower9112]

Best shop on KZbin, love your content

[@michaelyarussi911]

Hi Dave , I think it’s awesome that u & joe & miles took the time to answer questions from your followers u have a awesome & talented family your sons take after there dad they are very smart & knowledgeable & they don’t cut corners I love watching your channel & I do learn a lot & I thank u for that I’m an old school mechanic back in the day I built & raced a 67 & a 76 mustang & mustang 2 I wish I could find pictures of them but a lot of things got lost years ago but thank u for your channel !!!!!!!

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

Thanks 👍

[@will51001]

Happy to hear your story of success, greetings from Homestead, FL!

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

Thank you! You too!

[@86LukeM]

Gotta love the wallpaper on the computer. That's a great looking memory to relive in a photograph.

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

Couldn't agree more!

[@kevinoneill41]

Gentlemen thank you for inviting me to listen in on your round-table chat. Dave you and your Guys are inspirational. For me as a DIY kind of guy. You have to know your limitations. The biggest thing in my city is finding a truly professional guy to work on your diesel truck. Yes some great guys work on commercial trucks but few of them have time to work on your private diesel is what I find. My old 6.4 has very low miles on it, and I keep up on a 4k service but it is the 6.4 I will do the upgrades if I'm going to have to get in there but where do I get my hands on those quality parts and pieces? I have no intention of getting rid of my truck. I will spend what I have to to keep her running at better than new. I love the name Bullet Proof but here in Southwest Canada 🇨🇦 I get an odd look when I start using terms like that.

[@skat5268]

Really enjoy the vids guys, keep 'em going. Even outside the exposure this gives you, the insane pricing of vehicles these days just means your business is just going to keep growing as people aren't going to be as willing to dump their vehicles vice getting rebuilds.

[@pedrolabrada5591]

You guys have been blessed! Testament that hard work, dedication, discipline, and perseverance pays off!

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

Yes! Thank you!

[@billhendon1017]

Cool thanks guys!! I’ve got two 6.4 power strokes and one 7.3 ! Love these old girls!

[@RobertHolster1]

It's good that Dave and his sons tell the true story, regarding the 5mm dowel pins on the Duramax cranks and cams, based on experience and not from something they "assumed" from their home garage. I have seen and heard other engine builders say the same thing in that those pins sheer off, no rhyme or reason. Not just because someone's dampener wasn't properly torqued. Gotta love "bro science."

[@matthewguzman7038]

I really appreciate you guys. Good people. I enjoy every video

[@cycleguy666]

Was a tech for forty years. Now retired!! Have settled up on a few forever vehicles for my present needs Three vehicles...... 2005 Chevy Malibu v6......bought cheap and low miles... will run forever. 2004 Dodge Dakota v8. Bought with 80k miles..... will run forever!! Cheap buy too!! 1996 Subaru Legacy..... 366k miles......bought used for 400 bucks and runs great. Everything works , cold ac. As a local beater car seems unfazed on dirt country roads or the interstate!! No need for new puchases!! Motorcycles.....Have two Honda Goldwings. .......over 20 years old!! Will run forever!! No more new motorcycles here anymore!!

[@NJDEVILz86]

I got a mint 01 Dakota from SC other than clear coat pealing....zero issues

[@CT_Taylor]

which v6 in the malibu? came with 3.5/3.9 High Feature or something, and a 3.8 series 2

[@tomweldon1542]

1997 Z71 Chevy the throttle body runs forever❤

[@tomweldon1542]

2014 Ford F250 6.2 L 4 x 4❤

[@rohw0016]

I buy new for tax purposes 😂

[@armandomedina-ui5td]

good video ! hopefully we get more videos of you guys just talking about things that go in the shop or industry its preety cool to listen to guys with experience

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

Thanks for the feedback! We will try to do more of this if you guys enjoy it👍

[@Jonny-Tech]

I've been a tech for 30 years now.. If I moved to Utah, I would definitely want to work for this guy.. No questions.. All my vehicles that I drive are all old school.. the newest is a 98 Saturn SL2 1.9 DOHC. 39 MPG.. Everything new, totally rebuilt motor, transmission, all I did myself.. with that said, everything else is 83 and older. My most reliable truck I've ever had, is my 78 Ford F250, 6 inch full suspension, 460, 4 speed manual with gear to gear cast iron transfer case, Dana 60.. my anti left on it, is pull the roter button and go in the house . LOL Can't start it without spark. 😅 But seriously, best truck ever. And now I'm going back to points distributor.. Tired of electronic ignition systems, I want everything manual I can fix anywhere I am.. God bless you guys.

[@daveshepherd7582]

The channel just keeps getting better!

[@ar2043]

You guys aren't just mechanics and shop owners, you are absolutely elite engine builders... and I mean that. I can't imagine what it cost to have you build a motor with even just the reliability upgrades and not the power-making upgrades but it has to be worth it compared to what the average Joe (see what I did there? Joe?) out there is going to build by comparison. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼🔥🔥🔥

[@KieranShort]

Wouldn't it be great to sit down the Ram/Ford/GM engine designers and engineers and have it out with them about the small stuff like pins vs keyways and ask them why they make the design decisions they do.

[@russellvoth5161]

Good talk about what your family does, greatly appreciate . Like the framed Ferrari photo of Schumacher above your desk true motorhead.

[@blythkd9017]

Thank you all for taking some time to answer a few viewer questions. Maybe make it a regular thing every now and then? I've been wrenching since I was 15 as well and I do have to disagree a bit with the comment about having a bad attitude toward a poor design. As mechanics, we see poorly designed stuff all the time and I can still fix it even if I hate it. I know I can tend to gripe about some things that are of a pathetic design. Great video overall, keep up the good work!

[@nickb011bra]

Been with you here on KZbin for about 3 months. LOVE this channel, your business and values! Drove by the shop last week from West Jordan! Best to you all!

[@stephenbullock-yn3vh]

We appreciate all you guys doing pep talk.love it. Keep them coming 👍

[@carlbyington5185]

I have owned my auto shop here in California now for 40 years.... I gotta tell you, (and, Dave knows this) the retired folks are always in much more of a hurry to get their car finished, Figure THAT one out.

[@fastcoffee9878]

If they are retired, then they are probably..umm..elder. which means their "time up" is coming sooner than most.

[@jimturpin6503]

Have you rented a car now days? The rental car cost more than the repairs.

[@matthewholzmueller6292]

My old shop, we would drop you off pick you up from your house, but the old folks would always insist on waiting and hovering around the shop for any type of work being done😅

[@jimturpin6503]

@@matthewholzmueller6292 I am old. I live 25 miles from the nearest store in all four directions. There is no Uber. I don't need to hover, but I can change oil and mount tires rather than being useless.

[@rolandlencioni9313]

I would love to see some more involved and longer videos content I think you guys are great

[@andrewsamanthamadison3320]

Let’s get this channel to over a mil subs! Maybe we can get a pic of Dave whippin around in his old mini van!

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

😂

[@victorbellan8357]

Thanks for sharing your experience and knowledge !

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

So nice of you

[@stephenjackson9555]

I live next door to a Cummins R&D engineer. He specializes in turbo pump air dynamics. Very knowledgeable dude (over my head sometimes).

[@FuelMan]

I have become a big fan. Keep the educating of you future customers

[@jasonschneider2925]

Love the cummins diesels my truck has 415.000 miles.

[@adammiller695]

I love the Duramax on my 2024 GMC. 1st Diesel engine and I’m shocked by the mpg. I’m getting 26.3 MPG with 5,000 miles on the truck. I had a ford Ecoboost before. I liked it and thought I was getting good MPG for a truck at 19 MPG. The Diesel Duramax is killing it.

[@N4HHE]

$2.999 vs $3.699 for ULSD the 19 MPG is 23.4 MPG diesel cost equivalent. Now how many miles must you drive to recover the added cost of your Duramax?

[@fit4ya1975]

@@N4HHE What about when you drive to work in the morning, All those empty seats is a waste, you should just ride a motorcycle back and forth. How many miles do you have to drive to recover for the added cost of a car?

[@N4HHE]

@@fit4ya1975 you have no idea of the operating costs of motorcycles. Tires rarely last 8,000 miles and cost $150 to $400 each, plus $50 to $100 each to mount.

[@fit4ya1975]

@@N4HHE Maybe a pedal bike with a basket?

[@jizchimp]

It’s rare you find a car or truck regardless what drives it that don’t have weak point, especially when you have significant power upgrades past stock. Once you get to a certain point you find a weak point, you fix and upgrade it just to get to the next one. It’s a constant maintenance when you are pushing good power according to the engine. It truly is a labor of love. Lovin’ that POWA!!!!

[@ericridout61]

so cool to listen and learn. you guys are awesome old school..........

[@briannareid9423]

In 1979 I was a first year and got 43.80$ a week my bus fare to work was over 20$ a week I loved it

[@hoyinwong]

Fellows, this is a superior video ! Great, great job.

[@renerusso3332]

*DAVE IS "THE MAN!" PERIOD! NO QUESTION ABOUT THAT! VERY VERY VERY PROFESSIONAL! THE BEST! NO QUESTIONS ASKED! PERIOD!*

[@munozinni]

Hola 👋 señor Dave!!! You guys have worked hard to be successful in your business people only talk smack because they don’t know how rewarding is to work honestly and with quality so the business is always busy and making profit…when you went to test drive the Mac laren I just thought señor Dave deserves it but he is too smart and he is probably investing in his business equipment instead of buying himself a nice toy car that is just going to be a expensive vehicle to maintain and prevent it from losing its value 😢…and besides it’s nobody’s business what people do with their money specially if they worked hard their whole life is not like that dude that asked his father for money (million)to start a business that is BS …You guys keep up the great work cause we need honest people like you guys to keep us informed of the bad vehicles with engine failures or transmission failures because we are people that work hard everyday to get a pay check…Saludos!!!👋😊👋Y’all have a great day!!!!😊

[@MTHDCS]

Machine shops...ugh. I'm a retired heavy equipment mechanic and have fought with machine shops for 50 years. Last engine I did was a Cat D342 out of a D8H. Send in the crank to be ground as they get egg shaped. Put it in and plastic gauge the rods & mains....everyone was tight. Pull and measure with mic's and check compare to Cat specs. They ground it to the high side to save time. Ended up having another shop re-grind it...

[@leonardhirtle3645]

I really enjoyed this video. You people are incredible.

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@westrotter7847]

You guys are Incredible !!!!! Thankyou for what you do !!!!!

[@zeta1951]

Thank you for the Q & A. Allen , Germantown, TN

[@Daninreallife247]

Dave if only I had you as my Boss. I would love to come over from Australia and work for you. Thanks for all the videos.

[@rxgueplanet]

Thank you for this priceless wisdom gentlemen! 🧐🍻

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

Our pleasure!

[@fernandogadala-maria6749]

Hello Dave and family One of the best and most trouble free trucks is any 2000 - 2006 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, Silverado and same years GMC of the same line of course as you say, with a good maintenance record.

[@schreilavoge]

On enjoyment, 6.0 power stroke. On quality and reliability, the 5.7 Tundra best bang for the buck truck on the road.

[@VeLvEtGuNs]

Man I wish I done this, I'm a technician on telecoms but the love for engines never left.

[@gronniergilles6458]

Very nice to see you and your soon. Me i don't care if you buy an AMG or a Ferrari. You where working long time ago before youtube or Instagram, and you will still there when they will not exist. You have since a long time for buy this one. Take some fun Dave. And take care of you 👍

[@rickjones6798]

Love your videos and would love to meet you guys someday you're all just awesome

[@demuntresmith6666]

I love your content you are a blessing.Keep the video coming 😊

[@djcunningham1962]

under 10k and beyond reliable.... ford 300 6 cylinder.

[@chuckschob107]

😂😂😂😂

[@michaeljohnson2922]

Yup, 100%

[@MrToad-actual]

Best engine ever built👌

[@stephenb6054]

Great Content as always. For sure, we all would love to see Dave and Gale Banks do a collaboration video in their respective shops. 🤗😎

[@MichaelEastman-e8v]

Chevy Avalanche 2003 430000 miles new trans, two front ends , same engine. Works good lasts a long time.

[@dougbunyard2724]

I can't possibly imagine having my engine done anywhere else! Soon to be customer!

[@zackzander425]

The stock oil cooler is fine on the 6.0 unless you’re towing heavy. The BBD cooler will cause the engine to run too cold unloaded. If you’re going to run the Ford Gold coolant change it every 25,000 miles. That was the main problem. The coolant breaks down and clogs the cooler. I got over 500,000 out of my stock 6.0 oil cooler.

[@Boykot1]

I've seen/heard Banks say that original head studs are the way to go, even way above 1000hp.

[@JD-sl1qs]

My 2001 suburban is under 10k and very reliable. 300k on the clock and still going strong. It’s a Z71 with 4wd that still works. Only thing that doesn’t work is the AC

[@Rickie-37]

yea my last job I told the owner im coming in every Wednesday and he can make me mop floors or build engines, it doesn't matter to me but im gonna be here like it or not, with or without pay. worked there till he passed away and shut down the shop

[@JohnSmith-ih9rh]

Love these videos, hope to see many more!!

[@AmericanRusticWoodworks]

04 Dodge Ram 2500 with a hemi Fix the front end with top dollar parts and get 230000 miles and still runnin strong. Not a drop of oil. Take care of your stuff people....still looks better than a new f350 for sure! Haven't had a payment in over a decade. Yet I've pulled plenty of trucks with payments out of the mud and snow!!!

[@Taillighttim26]

There are still a lot of machine shops that don't do good work it's hard to find ones that do everything the way they should

[@calebhodsdon2816]

Y’all gotta be the smartest people ever in the business

[@guro.n8548]

Yupp 1000% by far id say also the best in the business and most important trustworthy!!!! We need more like you guys ..!!!!!

[@typrus6377]

Funny, around where I'm at and the industry I'm in, we consider the "mechanics" to be the parts-changers. The shotgun-loaders. We consider "technicians" to be qualified troubleshooters with good mechanical skills and knowledge.

[@drenski1]

Good advise for any business model.

[@rickycamp8647]

How did you repair the Nissan trans front seal? You could have taken the seal to a bearing supply house. They could match it up. Or get a. Seal to match the input shaft and make a sleeve for the od to fit the housing.

[@Robo-hy8xu]

What is the best injector to run in a 08 6.7 Cummins,. Have a FASS fuel pump, Banks Monster RAM, Calibrated Turbo and an H & S tune. btw I change my oil every 3,000 miles, friends say I am wasting money by doing it but I have always done it on the 3,000 mark not sure if I am or not. Glad I found your channel !!

[@Tomtommy1501]

Question: What is the most common failures of each major diesel engine. 7.3, 5.9, 6.0, 6.4, both 6.7s and the Duramax line.

[@shotgun3363]

Avoiding your shop!! or Did I do the right things? For 9 years we towed a 5th wheel with Cummins powered RAMs as we worked as Yellowstone NP seasonal work campers. My idea of preventing diesel problems were: • Frequent oil changes. • Frequent fuel and air filter maintenance. • No performance tuner while towing. • Fuel from reputable stations. • Towing by EGT. While traveling mountainous areas our digital gauge informed us that we might want to back off when temperatures approached 1200-1500º f. Thank you in advance for your reply and the great videos!! With highest regards from….the Kamper Dave and Wife.

[@jcarr0314]

1st Generation Tundra Best deal under 10k

[@___auburn___]

Good luck finding one

[@KortNatali]

Toyota 2UZ is literally the only engine I can think of that has zero flaws.

[@EdZackly-307]

I still have an 05, 2uz-fe 4.7 Tundra… bought it new. Change the timing belt and water pump (kit) every 90k or 6 years. Use OEM parts, especially driveline carrier bearings and the paint will fade and fall off before the truck breaks down. Totally agree, 1st generation Tundra is the best.

[@kylelaw7210]

⁠@@KortNatalithe 1st gen Tundra has a timing belt that isn’t a pretty big job to change and it is an interference engine. The starter is also difficult to change. Over all it seems to be a great truck but a 1999 to 2007 Chevy Silverado/GMC Sierra with a v8 would be my pick for most reliable truck.

[@KortNatali]

@@kylelaw7210 timing belt is not hard to do, starter is not that hard either, have to buy a set of intake gaskets, big woop. Chevy 4l60 trannys have a ton of problems and the interior plastic is some of the worst quality I have ever seen. My 2000 Land Cruiser with 340k is still pristine inside and out, nothing is broken and not even one squeak or rattle.

[@bradr8806]

have a 98 4 runner 4wd, 200k, for $4000, add new timing belt, oem parts, water pump, valve cover gaskets, tires, fluides, wheel bearings, $5500 total, good for 5 or 6 more years trouble free

[@Anonymous..VQ3.5Lg35]

The older chevys are tough, reliable!