Here's What's ACTUALLY Wrong with My FREE Chevy Tahoe (EVERYTHING!)

[@Metered_Air]

This is the best Wrench Every Day video yet. No fancy vehicle, no fancy tools-just a knowledgeable, good guy getting stuff done.

[@corbingreiner9879]

I'm older. This is pure nostalgia for me. I flipped cheap cars twenty years ago as a hobby.

[@defectvirus]

On the floor at that!

[@Six5.0]

Impressive to watch Jared become more natural/confident in front of the camera every video. keep up the great work/content dude 👍👏

[@TylerDurden0331]

He always was.

[@tylern1371]

I was looking for this comment he really has you can tell he’s giving it his all

[@robertvorster8933]

This channel is the closest I have ever seen to real life processes and setups of a shop from start to finish. Great work Jared!

[@slickjohnc1]

I just said the same. This video needs to be shown to people who think mechanics charge too much. They don't see the sweat, bloody knuckles and frustration we go through.

[@dickhitswater4836]

@@slickjohnc1as an electrician I hear the same complaints but people don’t know what a 140 degree attic feels like in summertime, or crawling through nasty crawl spaces etc. I do industrial and commercial now days but residential is not a fun job.

[@rjs2005]

I enjoyed this episode more than just about any before- Jared doing what he does best, wrenching and educating. Please PLEASE keep up this kind of content!

[@Chris-hw4mq]

Yes he should keep working on normal cars

[@joecrancher2008]

Agreed!

[@Ecoli-jm5ik]

Jared is just savage. Best mechanic I can assert so far. Dismantled that drive drain bare handed like a BOSS. SAVAGE I REPEAT

[@rayhubbard1367]

So cool seeing Jared come into his own. No muss no fuss, just straightforward wrenching, and it’s well known that he’s a good guy and great friend. Glad to see numbers coming up.

[@eiserntorsphantomoftheoper2154]

He is relatable. Just one of the regular guys.

[@Makesmistakes]

I live in Michigan, I am so jealous! I have never in my life seen a 20 year old Chevy that CLEAN underneath!

[@GregSalazar]

Kudos for throwing all of this into a single video. Love seeing the progress!

[@joannaatkins822]

Jared, the amount of life and enthusiasm that is back in your videos is self evident. I am so, so happy that you have a space to call your own again! Keep these videos coming, I love this Tahoe content!

[@emzu690]

Congratulations again Jared for the new headquarters in GA! Is great to see you wrenching, looking forward for your next projects

[@tommehling1547]

As a GMT800 Suburban owner, I find this video series very pertinent to my interests. Thank you!

[@allanfoster6965]

I think Jared needs some of those extra tables/shelves on wheels that the Car Wizard has.

[@Akecherfd8424]

Watching you is similar to watching Alex Palmeri of Legitstreetcars. Seeing and understanding all the frustrations you both go through. A true learning experience for everyone.

[@ifgezroxy]

And both are genuinely good guys. Love Jared and Alex both. Really skilled guys, and it is joy to watch them both. :)

[@vadneysean72]

No air, no lift, just intent on breaking it down on his back and frustrated. This is how your watchers do it and can relate. I took apart my 4matic without formal training or a lift so I can relate to his determination. Jared is just a powerhouse of automotive know how.

[@JustADhash]

Duane's editing is IMPRESSIVE AF!!! Kickass content! ✌

[@decaharms]

Thanks Dhash! Because of your kind comments, I'm giving you 5000 Wrench points (not that they're worth anything except for the knowledge that you have them.). Enjoy!

[@mmmlinux]

i knew it would be bad when you said the transmission had been "rebuilt".

[@DeatGaming]

To be fair, it was broken by the other stuff breaking and not being addressed quickly enough.

[@foxyloon]

Since the exhaust bolts were rounded off, I'm inclined to think "Bubba" did the trans rebuild, versus a reputable shop.

[@markcopland5738]

Glad that you got your own place and not having others crowding you out.

[@gingerd2098]

This man needed his own shop so badly. I cannot wait to see MUCH more content just like this!

[@ratman9802]

I'm not from the US and I don't know these vehicles but I was completely absorbed. Content and presentation style here is as good as it gets plus Jared has a genuine warmth that many of his contemporaries have lost in their striving for popularity.

[@tommyis13]

Good job Jarred. Good job your a pretty big guy, muscling those parts in on the floor is a pain!

[@tommyis13]

@Mike Yeah, I agree would be great for Bend Pack to sponsor him and give him a couple of lifts, I hope they do!

[@___123n]

You are a brave man I could never work on a truck held up with 4 jack stands .. 😳

[@forsakend27]

Best show on KZbin, favorite truck platform and favorite mechanic teaching...today is a good day..congratulations on the new shop coming along nice brother...

[@dan725]

Maan seeing the truck just working and driving within one episode was just such a treat to watch. Jared is just one talented and extremely experienced car doctor. Those 30 minutes went so quick. I wanted more! hahaha.

[@chendrik]

This is basically what old school Tavarish’s channel was like. The good ol’ days…

[@TheRealAlpha2]

So you're saying in a few years Jared will have a fleet of super cars. Just Kidding, I'm sure he'll stick to good ole wrenching until he just can't anymore.

[@revolutionday1]

....right?! And then #greed fucked it all up.

[@monicosandoval9991]

YEP , I went through the same ordeal, After a major MVA , my brother sold me a $1,000 02 Yukon . I had to rebuild rear end , replace brakes , rotors , shocks , u joints, starter and transmission . Spent 4,500 on parts , Lesson learned and I will hold to this one.

[@nicklutz61]

Breaking in the new shop - nice work Jared! I love it when a project goes from start to finish in one video. That was a heck of a lot of work! Give Jared a BIG Thumbs Up everyone!

[@brainiac9579]

And stuck, stripped, rounded, rusted out, name that condition, bolts and nuts is the reason why I got Oxyacetylene torches when I went from being a Diesel Mechanic to being an electronic repair tech. Alleviates SO much frustrations! I still miss having a welder. Love the content!

[@lop8828]

I love my torch. Its my second to third choice before the sledge.

[@lovichaines6012]

Congratulations Jared on the new shop, looking forward to more content on the Tahoe and future projects.

[@benjamincolson]

Watching at 26:09, it looks like the new front diff has a different gear ratio than the rear!

[@tkskagen]

Bolt Extraction Tools should be "Locked in a Safe" as they tend to "Grow Legs"!

[@MAGGOT_VOMIT]

Plot Twist: They've been in Jared's back pocket the whole time. {0.o} 🤙😆😂🤣🥳

[@Fix_it_Garage]

As someone who wrenches everyday (haha) for my day job them goes home and wrenches every night for youtube. I enjoy watching the struggle. It makes it all the more real and enjoyable. I always look forward to every upload and seeing the confidence in front of the camera grow. Keep it up! Love it what your doing with this channel!

[@Comfy_Snorlax]

hey Jared, do you have a way to reach someone in case you get hurt working on the many projects? are you often alone doing these?

[@mikevitale2066]

I Think he has Duane on the most part

[@decaharms]

@@mikevitale2066 I'm usually either in the shop or just a few minutes away. Thanks for caring about Jared's safety!

[@TheRealAlpha2]

@@decaharms Anytime he's under a few tons of metal I think it's all most of us worry about.

[@enriquerrs]

@Stupid Liberals for starters, one person can do a big difference I’ve seen it

[@absolutelynonameslef]

@Stupid Liberals check out Kentucky Ballistics accident videos. Dude ventilated his jugular in the middle of nowhere but having his dad with him absolutely saved his life.

[@micheallastname5772]

Jared, 90% of us work on jack stands outside in all weathers, this is why we watch you, we can relate. hyper cars in heated industrial sized garages are a distant dream to most of your audience

[@HeavyTanker-vx4oq]

I will always have a soft spot for the Tahoe.

[@gaojen3365]

Jared, I know this project did not go the way you wanted. But it better educated me about a car situation, that I have questioned since I made it. I once had a Tahoe just like this one, but in beige. One day, while reversing, I lost the reverse gear with a *TWING*. I drove it for a couple months after that, always careful of where I parked, until I started having battery trouble. The wife and I had started to consider trading it in on a newer 300 or Charger, but then we found a V6 Magnum and the deal was made. For years I drove by the dealership where I traded the vehicle in, and always saw it in the lot, which I always thought was odd considering the high trade in value they gave me on it, and how they convinced me they could turn it around... but never did, because when the vehicle was finally gone, it was only because the dealership had folded. I am smiling on that deal a little more now... so Thank You

[@benjamindavidson632]

The exhaust bolts are a problem no matter what. I've done tons of these. I just cut the crossover pipe out and weld it back unless the manifold gaskets are leaking. Also taking the nuts and bolts after the trans is out is way easier. If you read this and are about to take this just cut the exhaust. If you can't weld a short drive to a muffler shop and 25$ later is the way.

[@LouisWritingSomethingCrazy]

Can't wait to see this thing finished and detailed! It looks awesome

[@brettfisher3912]

Good luck in new shop loving the content and how you explain things respect from the UK

[@martymeyer4125]

Way to go Jared. Wish you were closer, I'm one of those freaks that enjoys detailing. Cut and buff, pull the seats, carpet shampooing, bring out the toothbrushes and get busy. My 6' 3" son has saved up for a vehicle, the Tahoe would fit him perfect. When it has a price, let me know.

[@americansmark]

Neat tip I learned for moving heavy engine and drivetrain parts from under the car when you're on jack stands: Get a cheap baking sheet from the dollar store and screw a bolt or thick screw into one end. Wrap a piece of Paracord over the bolt then bend the bolt over to keep the Paracord on it. You can then lower parts onto the sheets and easily slide it on garage floors or driveways with almost no resistance.

[@RJIGGLES]

music & editing during time lapse was awesome

[@sparkplug1018]

I think you made the right call on replacing the trans, but the sun shell isn't the only thing that can cause the issue you were having. For reverse to work in these units, the reverse clutch pack (which transfers through the sun shell) and the low/reverse pack need to work. Its possible the low/reverse clutch pack was burnt up while someone was trying to get the truck out of the mud. Going between reverse and manual low and still being stuck can do that. The ratcheting noise was the parking pawl trying and failing to engage on the rear ring gear, either the pawl is worn out or the rod got bent. Great video as always Jared, love seeing these.

[@xXTECHxKNIGHTXx]

This music line up for the time lapse is dope af!

[@NWEDC]

Looking great Jared! Keep it up brother, I need you around for a long time so I can learn everything from you!

[@823Labs]

In addition to the cleaning, get an Ozone machine for the smell.

[@Prometheus1954]

Congratulations on getting your on shop. Enjoy the videos. Can’t wait to see you getting back to the Honda limo.

[@paulandba]

Awesome Jared! I liked the fact that you put all this in one video...much more entertaining. I'm a retired motor mechanic and I know exactly all the struggles you went through without your workshop set up properly so kudos to you brother!

[@thereignofdando]

Great vid. Jared is hardcore man, barely any power tools, just hard work and literally wrenching. Props!!

[@cigarjefe]

Jared is a pro. This guy is the real deal.

[@aarno09]

I have a gmc denali of the same vintage and watching you work on this is incredibly reassuring for me

[@thomasbierberg1903]

When something is broken it might be a good idea to take it apart and show whats wrong and perhaps share some tips how to put it together again.. I love to learn new things.

[@Carstuff111]

Dude... that actually does look like it has a lot of potential! I love driving this generation of Tahoe/Suburban, and love when they are kept/made nice.

[@phillipduncan2497]

This brings back a lot of memories working in a shop while going to college. We didn't have a lift either so I spent a lot of time on my back under cars. I really enjoy your videos.

[@vincentbarnes7839]

I hope some gives you a lift it looks hard work on the floor

[@americansmark]

Forgot to add until researched a part: if you find bolts that's really rounded off like that, weld a new larger nut onto the stripped nut and then remove it. We've had to do this on farm equipment a few times when they just got so rusted on that they stripped rather than break loose. Lots of wd40 and a larger nut welded on make a world of difference, as does a good battery powered impact wrench. Air is better for a shop, but those Rigid Octane batteries on their 1/2" impact wrench will break anything loose. I used mine (with the 9.0Ah Octane battery) to break a 10" lag bolt loose from a conex container. It resisted a 24" breaker bar with a 4 foot cheater bar but the Octane broke it loose like it was a screw in softwood.

[@slickjohnc1]

This is the most realistic mechanic video I have seen. Some of the videos make me feel like a caveman sometimes because they just use the best takes and make everything seem seamless. Thanks for keeping it real.

[@xXDarthBagginsXx]

Congrats on the new shop man, no more headaches - other than the lack of lifts and other amenities, which I know are on they way.

[@ryurc3033]

I worked in an exaust shop. I battled so many manifold bolts....ugh its so frustrating. For real the best thing I ever used was called a nut splitter. About a 3 ft long attachment for an air hammer( they also make them you can just thread in a bolt but they suck) it looks like a mini pickle fork. Splits the nut in half and it also mushrooms one side so a socket has something to grab. I hope it helps with the next one b/c it litterally changed my life when I bought one.

[@auxientius]

I never thought I would enjoy watching someone work on something as mundane as a Tahoe. Love it.

[@fryreartechnology7611]

That's awesome and I think it is really nice ride you have. I'd love to have something that nice, you can clean smells lol. I got a smoker car cheap as a repo. Pulled all the seats, door panels, and carpet out to clean them. Got the Dodge Avenger for $1500 from a bank who loaned me $2500 on it so I could fix all the issues, oil leaks, full brakes set, two door panels needed, center console replacement and major cleaning. Drive it for a year and traded it in for $4500 on my wife car which we got a deal on at the start of Covid when people were not buying cars. I'd like to have that as my truck to drive to work and take my son fish in. He "can't" ride in old hardbody pickup be his car seat doesn't lock in. But the truck was $100 lol.

[@budrohammbone2806]

Well Done Mr.Pink ! I always make sure to catch the vids when posted.

[@thomasmroz]

Ferris Bueller and a ferrari garage scene came to mind while watching him test out the driveline on jack stands.

[@choppermarc2342]

Hahahahah

[@thomasmroz]

@Mike If I remember correctly, three cars were used in the movie - all Modena GT Spyder California replicas of the ’61 Ferrari GT. The one that went out the garage was just a fiberglass shell. They damaged the other running car in the jump scene, but someone bought and restored it I believe. I'd love to have one, real or fake.

[@MikeJohnson-ld9rn]

I just love Jared. Not much phases him, therefore he just keeps at things at a steady pace till he gets it done while maintaining an even keel.

[@closewatermelon]

Quality content man, Badass job working in this Florida heat!!!

[@closewatermelon]

@Mike I’m dumb, I heard him say he’s at the new shop in Georgia in the beginning of the video lol, either way the man is drenched in sweat and providing quality content!

[@grantclelland7211]

Happy you got the new shop!

[@OutandAboutwithTrev]

Hey Jared, I've just completed a big vehicle project getting a 2001 Subaru Outback on the roads here in Melbourne, Australia. Been a tough project that took 18months to complete, but yesterday I finally got it registrated and now able to drive it wherever I want - well??? not really due to the lockdown rules here in the most lockdown city for the world but atleast I can drive to shops to get things etc. I did this all in my driveway due to not having a workshop and yep it was on stands so I know how tough it can be. But when you keep going, you can get to the end like I am now - doing driving along the roads again. (Haven't had a car for over 8 years due to my tough budget however I have to say the last few days and driving kms have been awesome!!!!!) I wish I had a workshop...one day.. yours looks great!!!!!

[@lonmcclellan2414]

Jared You are the reason why I watch this show...Lon from Ohio...

[@habpar6531]

A "rebuilt" transmission is a huge redflag. Lots of shady transmission shops reuse old worn parts to save cost and also don't know how to properly rebuilt units.

[@MrMdams70]

Jared, great video and all the best with the new shop!

[@AshGTE]

Send it to Richard from Precision Transmissions in Amarillo Tx. He can make a video about it too.

[@Youniversalclips]

Jared is the most under rated mechanic on KZbin. This man should have over 2m subscribers. He’s why someone has such a garage in FL

[@daviddennett2645]

Big props doing it rolling around on the ground. I've been there before I got a lift and it sucks, not even fun with a lift

[@BHondo86]

I need blooper reels. I know you got them Mr editor man!

[@decaharms]

Hmmm. Good idea. That could be fun :)

[@tripleegarage]

Good stuff man. Literally just did all of this last month on my 08 Silverado on my driveway. Not a lot of people get the full experience. Good stuff man.

[@fasteddy917]

Just as exciting as a free puppy and every bit as costly.

[@johnds6621]

Funny 40 years ago when I use to work on cars we worked on the floor like you were doing and that was the only way to do anything under the car. Sometimes it was so cold in the garage there was a frost film on the floor. It's nice that today even a shade tree mechanic could by a lift to put in a garage or in a driveway to work on cars. I like your shop. I also Like your comment about how free cost you money.

[@joaquinausiro]

Congratulations!! Keep the good job

[@KarelBeelaertsvanBlokland]

Nice shop! Well done.... Love your wrenching, honesty and humor

[@revampted]

thanks for the video about those tahoes, I also want to keep my mom's old tahoe, the issue with that truck is that shut off randomly, the only I can get it to start is to move at an angle the fuel pump relay. Every since the fender-bender it got back in 2004 it been having that issue. It came back with that problem when my parents picked it up from the progressive body shop, now I am trying to restore the family old truck while doing other maintenance on it.

[@dddddd4152]

I have a 2002 Chevy Suburban Z71 I hear a lot of play in the brake pedal and also a lot of play for the four-wheel drive on the front shafts with all the clinics at the shop say it's all good

[@chiluco2000]

So satisfying to see that transmission fixed. And that Tahoe in green looks good 👍

[@MAGGOT_VOMIT]

@ 26:46 Jared stumbled and looked at the camera like, "YOU TALKIN' SHI 'BOUT ME?!!" 🤙😆😂🤣🥳

[@dans_Learning_Curve]

No rust! I live in MN! Lots of salt in the winter! Nice job with the video!

You’re doing great Jared, loving this series 🤘🏻

[@jiminemesis8494]

Dang what a guy!! I wish we had a guy like Jarob in every country!! Like like like from Holland 👍👍👍

[@Ltldrk]

I really love watching Jared in action - I learn something every time and enjoy the content 😀

[@Forevertaken0417]

Would be nice to see you do a single cab 3rd gen ram 1500 with the 4.7

[@MrTheBigNoze]

This is awesome, feels like how I would be working as a home mechanic... on the floor, no fancy tools, by myself.

[@robertwhall]

Looks really clean underneath considering the age. In Ohio, I’m used to seeing crusty rusty undersides on older SUVs

[@rcman1023]

Unfortunately most cars in Ohio die from rust, it's sad :(

[@MauroAlexandro]

Wrench Every Day with Jared is instant like!

[@Hogiewan1]

Awesome Jared. Going through a very hard time personally, and your videos take my mind off things for a short time. Thank you and God bless

[@jamesbeeney9084]

I spent all day on the wife's VW Touareg 3.0 v6 changing the starter. On the driveway. One or two low points, but coffee and a bit of youtube. It's all done and working :)

[@ernieleithes6545]

I know the feeling when your used to lifts then start crawling around on your back its hard, but you nailed it again.

[@blakeadelmann6228]

I miss my Tahoe so much! these things are a beast ! Fits a full size piece of plywood. And can still get it in some corners

[@randommisshaps7]

As a guy who has worked on a few too many vehicles already on axle stands, i know your pain and frustration. Loving the channel.

[@captainfancypants4933]

working on old rust belt junkers most of my life has given me the skills to realize whenever you see stripped bolts or rounded nuts you either go for the grinder or the acetylene

[@psavel274]

What a great say to break in the new shop lol. That water pump was SMOKED!!! Those bearings were definitely GONE! Exhaust manifold bolts are a pain in the ass on anything older/ rusty as is, let alone with someone being a jackass rounding off the fasteners. Was going to suggest a small cutoff wheel but access is tough. Glad you got all that done laying on your back. Its truly not fun no matter what, and when your accustomed to using a lift it'll definitely make you miss it lol.

[@richc9503]

Helps to be a big guy, I was impressed when you wrestled the transfer case and front diff in without a jack! Nice work, nice old Tahoe. Keep it going, love the new shop!

[@DK2332]

We need more people like Jared in the Wrenching industry and in life

[@r.w.4276]

This mechanic is just a miracle worker. With tender loving wrench 🔧 he gets it done.