Episode No.129 - Serpentine and Drive Belts

[@fourshottf2113]

This video convinced me to pay for the full course and I have no regrets. Please don't stop going into immense detail with new videos produced as thats exactly what we want. Alex is great at explaining everything in terms that everyone can understand too. Highly recommend to anyone.

[@tuphelo]

Can you please give me the full course?

[@IcefireFitness]

I happened across Alex Muir's How A Car Works video course a couple days ago now and bought it almost immediately. It's a shame due to personal circumstances he wasn't able to complete the course (like many, I pray that he will find the motivation and time to do so one day as I have never come across anything so comprehensive and mesmerising - I've been binge watching his videos ever since I bought his course) but there is enough content there to keep you satiated for sure! There is so much potential (eg. to follow on and do "how an electric car works" by taking a Tesla or Hyundai Ioniq apart) that I really hope Alex finds some backers so that he can concentrate 100% on this project without having to worry about covering his everyday living expenses and/or business overheads and staff costs. He is a brilliant and very intelligent man with a natural flair for presenting. I wish him luck with any and every venture he embarks on. Alex, if you ever read this comment, may I ask if you've considered Crowdfunding? I am sure you'd raise a heck of a lot of money that way if you needed funds in order to finish the project?

[@frank6048]

I also bought it recently and noticed there's not many news of the course nor alex, or none at all. What did you mean by "due to personal circumstances he wasn't able to complete the course"? what are those personal circumstances and how are you sure it's not gonna be completed. Before buying the site said that the course was expected to be completed by august 2024.

[@joaomonteiro7063]

​@@frank6048 check now and it says October 2024. I think he pulled a GRRM on us

[@jeffreydijkstra3391]

Have you stopped making video's? 😢 Really looking forwards to new content on your website. Buying your course was the best thing I ever did

[@pashap3849]

Agreed. Wish there were more!

[@abfkwbdkdmggfilw-uv5bn]

For real. Normally online courses are a useless waste of money, but there is so much content on his course that touches all subjects in depth. And most importantly it's not a stupid subscription service. Thanks how a car works guy

[@Qutoe]

BEFORE YOU BUY: This project is pretty much abandoned. He just stopped making videos, no responses to anyone and he doesn‘t even acknowledge that it‘s abandoned. Yet they still advertise on their website that the course will be completed. He left everyone who paid for this in the dark, which is very shady. It‘s also very outdated, the whole thing seems to be made off an old book on how cars work. I have reported this to consumer services.

[@jeanpierregalea9048]

I was also quite disappointed with the pdf included with the video course. The videos however are quite informative. Unfortunately, I do think that this project is terminated/forgotten/no finances to continue it. What a shame.

[@tamjeed101]

I dont know where you are now or for what reason you stopped creating and uploading content. But if by any chance you see this comment, I sincerely hope you get back to making these videos again. They are amongst the best produced and most informative in the automotive niche on youtube and Im sure I speak for many when I say I hope to see more content on this channel again. And thank you for all you have uploaded already.

[@art333ful]

you should buy the course

[@OleksiiL]

@@art333ful it seems it does not work. many people claim that after buying nothing happned

[@abfkwbdkdmggfilw-uv5bn]

@@OleksiiL works for me still but I bought it a few years ago

[@edwardgrigoryan3982]

Haven't used the course in a while, but just checked and it still works for me. And yes I agree, PLEASE COME BACK and make more! These are among the best resources out there for learning about cars.

[@hayksamvelyan]

I really appreciate that a complete history lesson was shared in this video, including the origin of the names and how each type of belt is manufactured. I never knew modern belts don’t crack and should be inspected for depth like tires. Thank you so much for putting all the extra details into this video.

[@howacarworks]

I always think when you understand the reasons and history for stuff, then you remember the details more :) it works for me anyway!

[@gosho0]

@@howacarworks When are new videos going to be available?

[@yamanbakri9417]

@@gosho0 yeah

[@johnclarke7960]

It's a true tragedy that this channel does not produce more content considering how amazing it is but beggars can't be choosers! Chapeau sir!

[@vespamorelli7090]

Best money I ever spent ..... trust me ! Thanks Alex 👍🏼

[@abisismael1343]

Amazing and interresting explainations ! Thanks

[@scab14]

Love these videos their so clear

[@polychronisrempoulakis3588]

I really hope your project was a successful one! Top notch production!

[@DesmoXVI]

Great to see you’re back! Key take away: always eat a good breakfast :)

[@howacarworks]

I’m building a new studio. Coming back after this corona stuff stronger than ever. I hope everyone else does too!

[@medicalschoollectures]

@@howacarworks Great to here, can't wait to watch hours of this stuff!

[@recess677]

@@howacarworks if we can support you in anyway let us know! (i.e patreon) I already bought access to the online course

[@TheRojitha]

@@recess677 how was the course

[@suryadev4481]

I made the payment but couldn't access the videos!!

[@konturgestalter]

Excellent series, but will there by more content coming? It seems very quiet for a long time. The quality is excellent!

[@jeanpierregalea9048]

Top 10 mysteries that no one can solve...

[@veryboringname.]

These videos are always so well-explained. His accent reminds me of DIY Perks.

[@majortom4543]

DIY Perks is amazing i wish i could do all his Projects but i dont have the materials, tools or the money.

[@karanbeerdhanoa4130]

Hey Alex, when are you going to make more videos on your video course?(btw love your videos!!)

[@cycmeister]

leaving a like for mmkay reference

[@howacarworks]

When it’s just me in the studio I think no-one will ever get my 90’s jokes.

[@joshchavarria9947]

Is that a South Park reference?

[@sambulate]

Even if I only paid $25 for your "beta" version, I would still expect that you would have, at the very least, contacted your customers to let them know that you were taking the site down. I understand that life happens, but this is shitty. I'm really disappointed in you, Alex.

[@DiavolO18]

unbelievable content. subbed, liked.

[@yeruschmift8422]

Despite the good quality, I must say that the complete course was originally scheduled for 2 years ago at least! And still there are no videos on such important parts as spark plugs, ignition coils, battery, steering rack, gearbox, differencial, the whole clutch system, fuel pump, fuel rail, fuel injectors, crankshaft sensor, idle air control valve, EGR, air conditioning system, catalytic converter, windshield wipers. I don't even know cars but look how many I could name. The whole concept of this paid course in early access was fishy from the beginning, and now I can say it for sure: don't pay for this course!

[@mattmgarza]

it's well worth the $25 I spent on it, it sucks that it doesn't have anything about suspension, but it is still well worth the $25

[@adelm.3835]

one of the most informative channels out there.. no wonder the subs count.. :) please more content!! much love from Egypt

[@howacarworks]

Thanks Adel. I lived in Zamalek for three months. Went around all of Egypt. Loved it. Alex

[@OmarElmasry1]

@@howacarworks hey Egypt here too, I'm actually very glad that I bought your course. Amazing content mate.

[@prinzo.worldwide]

I love Egypt I went holiday and put vlogs on my channel

[@HeathJ.Ledger]

This is the BEST INFORMATIVE car channel I’ve ever come across of!!! I’m actually upset I didn’t find this channel before but it’s better late then never. Definitely subscribed!

[@friendlykaps]

you are unbelievably good !😊

[@evancahenzli]

Ok ok. He tweeted out a pic on Jan. 13 of him working on the video series. He said they ran into problems and stuff with the website. Not entirely sure if or when we'll get new videos but he is 1. Still alive and 2. Hasn't completely given up.

[@canabisquick]

Thank you for that. Do you have his Twitter handle?

[@rnbriley]

Hopefully he’s making all the episodes, he missed and will upload all of them on the website, once he’s done because Im learning so much from his videos.

[@Happy-dl4qt]

Just bought your course, tho idk for whatever reason you stopped making the videos i still appreciate the knowledge and time you put into them. As someone starting to get into cars, your passion really helps me want to understand them better. Even if you don't finish the course you wanted, you definitely made videos worth the price!

[@itzmxlvin]

The videos work for you ?

[@Happy-dl4qt]

@@itzmxlvin yeah be breaks down the parts and tells you what they do and how they work. He has more examples videos on yt if you want to check them out

[@itzmxlvin]

@@Happy-dl4qt I bought the course too on the app but never works or loads

[@Happy-dl4qt]

@@itzmxlvin ah I never used the app. I just use my browser (whether I'm on my phone or computer) , the website loads the vids no problem. It also has a good enough ui for mobile browsers

[@itzmxlvin]

@@Happy-dl4qt man I’ll see if I can try the website just sucks if it don’t work another 20$ down the drain

[@rwbishop]

Great videos, Thanks! I might add that slipping/squealing belts also accelerate pulley wear.

[@larsalfredhenrikstahlin8012]

Amazing quality mate. Just keep going, even if it's slow. It's just a matter of time before this channel takes off. Love the historic context, your immense knowledge and your sense of humour! And the production quality is off the charts too 5/5

[@victorsiongok2548]

What happened to you ??? 😭😭😭

[@ektachhaila6958]

Where can I get all the episodes?

[@harisankarspillai5301]

Need more n more videos from you

[@ToneeBologna.]

What happened to this project?

[@jeanpierregalea9048]

Abandoned/paused production due to current global crisis/ no financial backing....im assuming

[@ToneeBologna.]

Ya Covid … ok sure

[@evieemaya88]

This channel is genuinely the best thing since sliced bread. Helps and teaches all levels of people. Ashame it's gone quiet, hopefully you come back soon pal👍🏼

[@jeanpierregalea9048]

I just bought the course and so far I am really enjoying the teardown of the Miata! Is the series still ongoing, or has it finalized? I hope it has not!!!

[@Sketchr_]

what is it like? ive never done an online course and i keep hearing about alot of scams regarding them but this looks like it has actual financial backing, can u give me any insight into it? it also worries me how it does not go through any other sort of website and instead uses its own wedsite. seems kinda dodgy to me is all...

[@jeanpierregalea9048]

@@Sketchr_ it basically starts from Alex tearing down (disassembling) the Miata. Then, he explains the parts and systems in great detail. Unfortunately, I really rooted for the pdf to be their own diagrams regarding the Miata, but it is just photocopies of a book that explain how cars work, and its very wordy and seems a bit old if you might ask. Overall I think that it is an informative course, however, I have not finished it myself so I cannot give a complete opinion about it. The course is not a scam, except the pdf part lol.

[@Qutoe]

@@jeanpierregalea9048 The whole course seems to be explaining that old book. It‘s pretty outdated.

[@Dinoatewhat]

@@jeanpierregalea9048 hey, I'm sorry to ask but do you think I can borrow the course from you because it seems it's not being updated and I don't want to lose my 25$

[@jeanpierregalea9048]

@@Dinoatewhat honestly its not the best course, and i lost a bit of respect for the producers cause they just abandoned the course halfway and it had alot of potential. Only the latest videos are of great production quality but the first few ones are not what you see on youtube. I think there are better options on youtube which are free. Plus no sorry, i cant give out my credentials to other users online.

[@Mattiu75]

Yesterday I didn't have a good enough breakfast, today I discovered a cooling liquid leakage from underneath my car. I just realised how Car-ma works! 😅

[@accesstech212]

Best thing I ever bought this course. I hope you make more videos, particularly on CANBUS systems and what’s going on inside gearboxes. Anyone doing an apprenticeship on cars, plant, or similar where engines and electrics are involved, I’d highly recommend this course.

[@nightsailor5998]

Any one know what is happening with app and website both are not working?

[@pluto8318]

The SSL certificate for the website has expired and no one from the clearly abandoned team has unfortunately yet to respond or do anything to fix it.

[@pluto8318]

It should be up bow

[@bikramjitubhi4141]

Hey man the website no longer works?! Can you please fix it. Says domain has expired

[@dineshkumarsaini7680]

How I can get your all episodes?

[@ucakpan]

You do a paid subscription at howacarworks.com, login there and enjoy. I've been a subscriber since 2017.

[@asos2657]

Buy the course. Come on man pay attention

[@louisking7401]

Please give us a link in the description. Tea is important

[@thelastwooter]

What happened to this channel? These videos were so good. Please come back.

[@perrinejeanberno2701]

i bought the course and its very interesting , I have reached the bonus part and I wonder if you are still uploading new videos to the site

[@firozosman]

Indeed it is very sad that you are not posting new videos on how a car works. Hope you are doing well and keeping healthy. - a random distant fan

[@rishavsinha7658]

What happened to this channel ? why no more videos ? Does anyone know ?

[@danielsccot7141]

Hi, need Demo video for car jump starter set, paid cooperation, pls reply, thank you

[@deeptisharma5326]

If you're not done with the new studio yet, please let me and others know by when can we expect more of your magic videos 🙂

[@bill7853]

He still takes the money on the website and changes the date of finishing the series but as far as I know ..never replies or gives answers ... Perhaps he's given up but still takes the payments . Hope I'm proved wrong as amazing content .

[@maxlay1382]

This lack of replies frustrates me too. I noticed the date has been updated on the website: "Buy it today for a bargain price until filming is completed in February 2023. ", it was late 2022 from memory.

[@thedomestic-6383]

this is what i’m looking at, is the content you get for the £20 still worth it?

[@maxlay1382]

@@thedomestic-6383 it is very good content and probably is worth it, but it's frustrating when you were promised more. No videos about the transmission or drivetrain for example.

[@rexisretro]

he changed the date again to june 2024 on the website, very sketchy

[@joaomonteiro7063]

​@@rexisretroOctober now. It's abandoned.

[@CRICKETking355]

hi mate i bought ur course and accidentally i paid twice .. can u please help me ?

[@sudevsaju533]

Why did you not uploading new videos..

[@gabedahlinghaus3594]

Is this still active or did they stop making these videos. I wanna buy the lifetime access if they are still coming out with new videos.

[@jeanpierregalea9048]

You can buy it, but be aware that the course is not complete, and will most likely never will. I hope they prove me wrong and continue uploading!

[@cccccc4623]

I can't acess to the web course I bought! It says here that the "https" connection doesn't exist anymore and therefore the website is not safe! Please help

[@vinna2k884]

Sir...reveal about alternators in detail....I wish to make a car with ur. Guidance...

[@harshalpatil3117]

Wow you are back Curious for next new videos 🏁

[@icsmartbot]

Where are you dude? We want new videos!

[@cashlinart]

one of the most personable dudes i think ive seen in a car related video ever, maybe tied with car talk radio.. i swore when he said "bad.. mkay" it was a south park reference

[@jerryjerkules6756]

Hi! great to see that you are still working on it! I am thinking of buying the full video course, but I want to ask if the handbook which i´ll get is the same as the free text guide, or if its different! Thanks :)

[@howacarworks]

Basically the same. I’m working on a new one but it’ll be a while!

[@saadahaq6403]

Absolutely amazing informative videos 👍 , So Glad to see your content after a long time . Really Appreciate all the work you put in these videos behind the camera to provide an indepth informative video. Your content is like the best one on youtube so far 💯. Super helpful to hear this stuff , understanding how car parts work in reality . Keep posting such Amazing content regularly . Regards from Karachi , Pakistan .

[@s.jackson858]

It sucks that I paid $25 for this and now its available for free on YT. Most likely because the course was never fully completed with all the 3d animations it promised. Also, the video quality is awful via their website, thus much easier to navigate on YT. There are A LOT of holes in these videos, so I would suggest browsing around other channels to fill in the gaps.

[@choojunwyng8028]

I'm pretty sure these videos on youtube are just used as a teaser or example of what to expect, before you buy their course. I just stumbled onto this channel so it sucks that I didn't find it earlier, or else I would've definitely bought the course before it went inactive.

[@captaindishman9126]

3 years later... There are still a lot of things to learn about cars my man..

[@vectormodz6863]

Where he go

[@AlexxxSaladBar777]

I hope you're well and continue to make videos soon.

[@alhassanismail3324]

That's is Avery good episode It has been long time I waited to know what is the serepentine

[@snick.]

I have seen a lot of comments about this course and they are saying he just stopped making the videos is it true? Because im thinking about buying this course

[@scaevola7181]

same

[@jeanpierregalea9048]

Yeah they kinda did...I have bought the course, and its quite informative but it is not complete. I do not suggest buying this for now, perhaps they continue to upload more videos in the mere future.

[@muumia4]

Any chance to get update on the course? The content is really good and explained well on the engine part but I feel that it's missing few parts to be considered complete. Like transmission, differential, suspension and fuel pump for example. Maybe even some tips for tuning. I have found a somewhat of a rare car that I would like to fix up but I'm having issues with the things that are missing from this course. For the price it's a bargain and I would be okay paying for part 2.

[@jeanpierregalea9048]

I agree 100%. Unfortunately, I think Alex and the team have kind of lost interest or not have enough finances to continue the series, because it has been two years since the last video.....it is very heartbreaking to see such potential pause in its tracks :( I would be so excited if they continue the series!

[@Vladdani2008]

Hello, I bought the course and is very well detailed and explained but unfortunately the app for android is broken.

[@briansoley1720]

just ordered the online course. thanks for your hard work !

[@deifor]

Hi. How do you like the course? I'm thinking about ordering it but not sure if it's worth it. Thanks

[@nasserismail3021]

This is first time me watching your video and the best time 👍🏼

[@ישראל-ג1י]

Next time is timing belt

[@Leo-co3vp]

As an apprentice for car mechanics I really appreciate your videos. They help a lot to understand a cars mechanics and to prepare for what's coming in the examen. I also like that everything got subtitles, so that even a German like me, whos English isn't the best and isn't used to the sound of it can keep track. subbed, liked, and bought your video course. It's always a good thing to invest in your own education. And 22€ really isn't the world. Great Work!

[@elbertmejia4232]

Extremely informative. Please make more!

[@Zixzi104]

Just brought the complete course yesterday 👍

[@abhishek_bhardwaj]

Hii! Can you share your experience or a review regarding this course? I want to buy it too....

[@Zixzi104]

@@abhishek_bhardwaj I'm very satisfied so far! I really enjoyed the videos about the different mechanical parts of the engine going into great detail of every component very professionally. The engine that's being used is from a MX-5, very similar to the engine in my cars, which makes it even better. There's some videos about removing interior etc. that I haven't watched yet. I also really wanted to show my support for the awesome videos I have enjoyed for free on this channel!

[@Leo-co3vp]

@@abhishek_bhardwaj I can confirm Nikolajs experiences too. Bought it today and don't regret it a second. Also it's just 22€ (about 25$). If I wouldn't have spent it on this course for my education, I would have probably spent it on burgers or cigs lol... nah that's well spent money in my opinion. And I also think that good content need an appropriate payment. If I had spent so much time and money to make those videos, I would have wanted a little money for it too. Wouldn't you?

[@skybeast2738]

The website is down permanently?! I paid for the course and can't access it anymore. I hope it's only temporary

[@prestonpatterson5692]

The same goes for me. It tells me the domain is down and needs to be renewed. Unfortunately, this likely means it will be down forever because he has not posted anything on here or his Twitter in a few years, meaning he probably will not be renewing. If you figure out a way to get to just the videos instead of the cover page, please let me know.

[@skybeast2738]

@@prestonpatterson5692 It's back up!

[@prestonpatterson5692]

@@skybeast2738awesome, thank you

[@LegendaryWaterBottle]

Wow I found a gold mine of automotive channel

[@madhurjain4689]

Sir i took ur application subscription, but im unable to download videos offline and. Im unable to use video controls in landscape mode

[@Krumbuscus]

When will you be continuing this series, wher can i find updates

[@jeanpierregalea9048]

The series has been sadly abandoned. I hope that he paused production just because of the current global situation and will be continuing once everything calms down.

[@giuliamelchiorre6190]

I've become addicted to this course! Alex when are you going to release the episode on fuel injection and spark plugs? Looking forward to watching it!

[@Nya-e5m]

What really happened here? No more videos! Someone explain

[@softercal]

You make me better at my job!

[@joenop3393]

9:43 lol

[@awudubannaf8608]

I like your presentation........... Absolutely awesome......

[@AHJ99.]

Is the video course finished yet? If not, how many videos until it is?

[@sarathy319]

Please upload more videos

[@megatrolltrollington]

Belt slippage is bad, mmkay?

[@DemonTimeAfterNine]

Wow very informative at the end, very much into detail, perfectly described

[@jonnyj7137]

Before you download this app, read the reviews. It doesn’t work. Unfortunate because so much work went into the videos.

[@AkJack_]

Good morning Alex,i bought the online video via IOS in-app purchase but can't access it till now, it's over a month now, please I need help on how to go about it. Have got the proves for my payment if it's needed please let me know so I can send it ASAP

[@Vladdani2008]

Also I really like the CGI that explains everything so clearly. I hope there will be more!

[@larzatorth123]

when was the last episode thay they upload. Do someone know if there are any news from them? At website said that the project will finisht on september of 2023. any hope?

[@jean6734]

This is so good. I wish I knew about it two years ago when I took on my automatic transmission! Was so hard to find a clear video. Thanks for this.

[@jerzysamborski5612]

Single belt for engine requires too much tension and it still squeaks with too much tension. The tension gives too much stress on bearings and glands of the driven elements, also on the belt itself.

[@raybellherasme1208]

make a video about how the diesel engine works

[@godistrue5400]

Why can't you all give the copyright information on your webpage.

[@Realjamesamani]

The last video that was made was a year ago, I hope he'll continue making videos😭

[@michallacki9462]

Absolutely amazing 👌👍

[@mechanicson01]

Bro! Will you take videos anymore

[@mynamefrank6567]

7:52 Huh that makes sense

[@itzmxlvin]

Just bought the course not working I can’t watch anything and it keeps asking me to pay but I already payed for it ?

[@khachris6144]

Hello please I just paid for the course but still can’t access the videos

[@137_Diego_]

Are your videos on "How a car works.com" adjustable, in regards to the playback speed? I love the content and would really enjoy learning more, but I can never watch a video at normal speed! Great videos! Thanks in advance!

[@rwbishop]

You can adjust the playback speed of any KZbin video. Click the little 'gear' icon on the lower RH edge of the frame, then select 'playback speed' and jump through the hoops. You can also pause & restart play back by pressing the space bar. Once paused, the comma (,) key will go back one video frame at a time, and period (.) will go forward one at a time. Edit: Also, during playback, pressing the 'left' arrow key jumps back 5 seconds, and the 'right' goes forward 5.

[@137_Diego_]

@@rwbishop oh yes, that's normally what I have to do to watch any youtube video. But I notice his online course/content is on his own website and I'm unsure if his site will allow for playback speed options. Because I love the content and would love to sign up/lay for his videos but I can't watch them at normaly speed. It's difficult to keep mt attention. I need atleast 1.5× times faster lol.

[@137_Diego_]

@cannabased lmao it feels like it sometimes 😂 The videos just feel like slow motion at normal speed. That and I watch a ton of videos, but at nomal speed is brutal 💀 Can't go back to normal. I'm in too deep

[@Kj16V]

1:56 Yes. I love my Gates gimp mask.

[@nicom4996]

those guys are just professionnals

[@spaceman1861]

Super great information :) thanks

[@PepeDaily]

I just have to say that as a car mechanic apprentice, your videos are extremely helpful! Thank you a lot

[@howacarworks]

Thanks! It's great to hear that from a car mechanic! :)