How to Find Faults that the ECU Can't | ThinkCar PLD-212 Smoke Machine Leak Detector

[@careyautorepairs]

I love my smoke detector saved me many times. It’s amazing how many mechanics don’t have one when they need one.

[@dieseltechjoe]

Picked up the Thinkcar smoke machine a few weeks ago. Have not used it yet but no stranger to smoke machines with 7 years auto tech experience. The Thinkcar does seem nice from playing around with it, awesome for taking home and not having to lug around a compressor. Guys the flow meter is a must have. I wouldnt waste my money on any smoke machine without it. You could run into intermittent issues and be looking for smoke for hours. The flow meter will tell you the leak is or is not present.

[@MechanicMindset]

Thanks for sharing! Hope it serves you well 👍

[@KingLoopie1]

Just a hobbiest here, but a smoke machine is already on my wishlist... Thanks for showing it, Darren! 👍

[@MechanicMindset]

Great tool especially on the complex intake systems on modern cars 👍

[@robertmobileman8304]

Every mechanic needs one ! Cheers

[@MechanicMindset]

Awesome tool, save loads of time!

[@careyautorepairs]

WOW! Thank you very much for the information on the 10 mil I didn’t know that.

[@JWYATT18]

Is this OK for VAG PCV system ? The launch tool says on you need to buy V2 ( the double price tag one ) I'd rather your thinkcar one if so

[@MechanicMindset]

This one is fine: it does 16psi/1.1bar - amazing for this price and no external pressure required 👌

[@husaberg75]

Muito bom seu vídeo! Amigo reparador poderia me informar quantos bar de pressão essa maquina produz ?

[@sollykhan2385]

Thanks for another AWESOME video, Darren, an amazing must have tool, will be looking to purchase one very soon, CHEERS and do please continue with your great work, 😎

[@MechanicMindset]

Cheers Solly!

[@sollykhan2385]

@@MechanicMindset keep up the fantastic work , Darren, you're well appreciated 🙂

[@crackertracker1176]

I have been using plastic jar containers. I save jars of different sizes and install them in the intake hose use the hose clamp and presto the hose is plugged and I have repurposed a container that would be thrown away otherwise. Also, it's easy to modify them for special needs, all that's needed is a drill/bit and a glue gun.

[@MechanicMindset]

Love the innovation and recycling there! Nice idea 👍

[@stephanevaucelles6378]

hello thank you for the presentation of the machine and the video

[@smorrow0816]

Can you over pressurize the system with this and blow seals?

[@MechanicMindset]

I suppose it depends on the system you are testing. Maybe for NA systems, dial it down. For turbo system, crank it up. But for sure, you have to be careful. Maybe pull the dipstick or oil cap in case of crank case pressurisation. But at the same time, there could by a leak there too

[@uptownimports-foreignautor5338]

I noticed that the pressure can do turbo leaks at 14 psi and evap leaks at 1 psi how is this done? I was trying to get a PDF of the manual for the smoke machine but cannot seem to find one.

[@MechanicMindset]

Internal pump and you dial it up and down with the flow valve 👍

[@aranhaydar9195]

I've made my own, and it was relatively easy to make 🙂

[@MechanicMindset]

Nice! I did see this somewhere. Sounds right up our street! 😁

[@adrian.cardiagnostics]

Hi. To see the smoke easier use an laser pointer, is much faster than the flashlight

[@MechanicMindset]

Nice idea! We used to have a UV lamp that worked well too 👍

[@beluxauto5968]

I think that most diagnosticians have a smoke machine. I read some comments below, and no offense, but I have never thought of building one myself. If I am not mistaken than I bought my first pro smoke machine for 200€ back in 2001. They are a bit more now but we use them weekly and that justifies the purchase instead of self made.

[@MechanicMindset]

Never thought of making one either. I think they are quite good value, especially if you want some pressure behind it too

[@djmobileautoservices]

Yo D, I see you bro. do your thing. Loving the content. Was now thinking about stepping up my videos doing tool reviews.

[@MechanicMindset]

Go for it mate!

[@gogoskull6289]

What is the best pocket Oscilloscopes for beginners

[@MechanicMindset]

Hi, I just picked up an Owon hand held oscilloscope. Pretty good, will do a video on it soon 👍

[@gogoskull6289]

Do a video Owen hand held vs Uscope

[@MechanicMindset]

@@gogoskull6289 I don’t have the U Scope

[@gogoskull6289]

@@MechanicMindset i can’t wait for it i saws some reviews on it very good

[@arthurfricchione8119]

Darren does it have an internal compressor or do you have to supply it and how much PSI or does it have an internal regulator. Thanks for sharing Artie 👍

[@impactdiagnostics8087]

Yes it has its own built in airpump, it will go upto 15psi.

[@overload3996]

@@impactdiagnostics8087 What is the min PSI, most say evap, but psi is to high.

[@mymoonny]

Evaporative leak is also a common use for them

[@MechanicMindset]

For sure, quite an issue in the states I believe with DMTL?

[@nickayivor8432]

PRODIGY Mechanic Mindset 👍 for sharing it Take care and have a great Evening PRODIGY Mechanic Mindset From Nick Ayivor from London England UK 🇬🇧

[@MechanicMindset]

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[@sheerwillsurvival2064]

I guess it’s not available in us yet 😕

[@MechanicMindset]

Give Alex @ImpactDiagnostics an email mate, his contact is in the description

[@sheerwillsurvival2064]

@@MechanicMindset ok 👍🏻

[@sheerwillsurvival2064]

@@MechanicMindset I’ve been wanting a smoker 🤔

[@TheApplestick]

1:08 looks like you overfilled before the video cut

[@MechanicMindset]

It was just the sight glass settling 😅

[@yassin9749]

1st :D

[@MechanicMindset]

Great work Yassin 😁