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@mattsluder36457 жыл бұрын
Scotty Kilmer What size were the bolts to the frame and crowfoot wrench. I have the same van
@Bullsfanforlife16 жыл бұрын
Scotty Kilmer been following your channel for some odd years now. Man I love you enthusiasm and the ways you end your videos lol. Always good content.
@jeffsautopage87646 жыл бұрын
I noticed there wasn't a link for common sense. Where can I go to get that? :-)
@donx036 жыл бұрын
Forgot to mention turn steering wheel side to side, while adding powersteering fluid.
@yomiflz12876 жыл бұрын
Try this on a Mitsubishi lance 2006 es please
@goatslayerwp9 жыл бұрын
I used to watch this guy years ago when I lived in Texas. He has a segment on the news in the morning for car tips. Always something informative and entertaining. I'm glad he included the part about swearing as you try to remove the rack, because that is 100% accurate and necessary to complete the job. lol
@cryora3 ай бұрын
I had to take out the brake line mounts to make more room to get it out of the way. I was even considering removing the exhaust pipe, in order to try and get the subframe to lower even more, but when I initially tried, the bolts got rounded off. I eventually was able to push the part of the steering rack that connects to the steering column past the array of brake lines. And then there's more swearing when it comes to putting back the heat shield, and putting back the pinch bolt. It's like every step in the process involves swearing.
@justinchapman63832 жыл бұрын
When replacing a rack and pinion make sure you center the rack, flush the system, clean or replace the reservoir, lock the steering wheel in place to prevent damaging the clock spring and bleed the system after the installation is done. Just a few more tips for beginners
@nato2panama2 ай бұрын
Do you know how long it takes to do this job that Scotty did? Please let me know.
@blakemoore45127 күн бұрын
Thank you for your comment!
@riichcoby743314 күн бұрын
@@nato2panama4-5 hours
@Haloruler649 жыл бұрын
For those about to do this job, keep in mind that some cars don't take regular power steering fluid. Toyotas generally use ATF in the power steering systems, check the cap for the fluid requirements. Just a tip!
@hugeslacker9 жыл бұрын
Atf is power steering fluid unless you're driving a euro car and then it's most likely mineral oil or a synthetic substitute.
@justinp89469 жыл бұрын
true, like some fords too take atf
@dylangordon89547 жыл бұрын
My volvo Takes atf
@eksine7 жыл бұрын
I'm pretty sure if someone is smart enough to change the rack they can figure out which fluid to put in it
@technomage67366 жыл бұрын
Dima Aryeh Same on Taurus. It seems like regular power steering fluid is thicker, and I've read it can contribute to messing up valves.
@miguelrocks10009 жыл бұрын
Scott be like.. "how to replace an engine." in a 2min video {Cheesy intro goes here} (1) Remove bolts (2)Remove engine (3) Put new engine in voila! {Cheesy outro}
@PitchUpCampsiteReviews5 жыл бұрын
Other than draining the coolant and removing the power and electric connections it's pretty much that straight forward, it might not happen as fast as you can say it or edit it into a video but it's not complex at all.
@Torniojaws5 жыл бұрын
Torque to spec... *Ughh*
@921741645 жыл бұрын
Super cheesy for sure
@arual414 жыл бұрын
Clearly never removed one from a 2003 Ford Escape V6 3.0L XLT 🤔
@tavinmcghee8624 жыл бұрын
And he’ll do it on jackstands like wtf 😭
@markhall34342 жыл бұрын
A Point to make: Be sure the steering wheel is centered and locked before you start removing the Rack. That way the steering wheel clockspring won't be broken. You can slide the rack back and forth to match the sheel straight ahead position before connecting the Steering wheel pinch bolt connection. Your mileage may vary.. mark
@rpuig3974 Жыл бұрын
yeah, how to straigghten the heck outa the steering wheel without it moving when maniupalting the rack and without using an expensive expensive tool?
@josuerivera8602 Жыл бұрын
I think I broke mine mid driving lol
@ryanfaulkes74697 ай бұрын
Seat belt wrapped around wheel
@ilikewaffles36895 ай бұрын
Bro signed a KZbin comment 😅
@bencrosbie7 жыл бұрын
I love how simple this video is and nothing was dragged out hours like other vids.
@cryora3 ай бұрын
In reality it took me 5 days, spending 6 hours a day, and I'm still not completely done yet.
@BigKelvinHomie9 күн бұрын
@@cryorait took you 5 days to do a rack?
@cryora9 күн бұрын
@@BigKelvinHomie Yeah, bolts were seized up. I didn't have all the tools needed, so I bought tools throughout the job. Even bought an underhoist and ubered it cause I didn't have a car.
@wholeNwon9 жыл бұрын
Somehow I suspect that the job would be a lot harder for me than you make it look. Hope I never have to tackle it.
@Brandon-tn8vu5 жыл бұрын
I have before it's alot harder than it looks
@Be_you-forever4254 жыл бұрын
You just watched it to watch? 😂😂
@sammypotpie Жыл бұрын
Never hide from anything. Or the devil will surely do some bad stuff to you. Facing things head on is getting what you want, living in paradise. Would you deny yourself of your dream girl?
@etchosts8162 Жыл бұрын
The power steering lines is the hardest part
@Iceify_ Жыл бұрын
@@Brandon-tn8vumy dad just did it and it truly is.
@jarridsmith6685 Жыл бұрын
I use your videos a lot while working on my own car your videos have helped me save a ridiculous amount of money. Thank you for doing these!
@jw8428 жыл бұрын
I'm not gonna lie, you're a pretty cool guy
@TxShoreDog4 жыл бұрын
Pretty? Try "really".
@Xsupra354 жыл бұрын
TRY EPIC!😎👍
@organicsoulgumbo3 жыл бұрын
Duh lol
@ranganathan77137 жыл бұрын
Scotty, I love the way you revvvvvv in and revvvvv out. Very succinct delivery, no fluff. Thanks
@ZippedyTV3 жыл бұрын
I'm going to suggest that while you are replacing the steering rack, replace all of the fluid and install an in line filter. Also if you can, take the power steering pump off and look for any problems like leaks, chips, cracks. And if the pump is leaking around the fittings or the reservoir, you can get an o-ring kit to replace the old ones with. Might as well check it all before you put bad old fluid into a new rack.
@ocean6945 жыл бұрын
I got an estimate from a shop for my Toyota Sienna. 4 hours ($125 per hours) labor, fluid and shop supplies $50, alignment $90. Total labor is about $650 + tax. Scotty could do it in less than 1 hour. What a difference !!! I wish I live near Scotty's shop.
@thadofalltradesАй бұрын
I went to Pepboys and they said my Lexus RX350 needed it, $3300...
@AmesiesCorner9 жыл бұрын
Good quick video, great for reference. Wish you would have shown locking the steering wheel, a lot of people who would get the most from this video aren't going to know about the clock spring and air bag issues if the steering shaft isn't put on in the right position.
@selmaave91456 жыл бұрын
What's the secret to that? Locking the steering wheel that is.
@Kathleen67.5 жыл бұрын
Yikes, after reading this, I think I'll let my mechanic do it!
@Tedybear3159 жыл бұрын
Must be great to live where there's no road salt. LOL
@xishootstuffx8 жыл бұрын
It is. Thanks.
@BigEightiesNewWave6 жыл бұрын
Tedybear315 It is !🤜
@stevenmontemayor18704 жыл бұрын
Houston is great
@JohnMiller-iu2sx4 жыл бұрын
@@stevenmontemayor1870 nice town; traffic sucks. Last time I was there was after Katrina.
@adrianmaciel13234 жыл бұрын
What’s salt on roads lol kidding
@KushsHood9 жыл бұрын
Video is titled, "Fixing a Leaking Power Steering Rack." Step 1: Replace the whole rack. ...
@loveshy0077 жыл бұрын
Step 2: Lots of Coffee.
@orion77413 жыл бұрын
Video is actually titled " how to change the power steering rack on your car".....
@valentinaharold13333 жыл бұрын
🤣🤣
@liveyourbestlife37859 жыл бұрын
It's important to note that not all vehicles rack and pinions are easy to change like this one. I believe this was a Chevy venture or uplander, one that obviously hasn't spent much time in a rust belt state. And yes as a previous person stated, LOCK THE STEERING WHEEL.
@liveyourbestlife37859 жыл бұрын
+adventureoflinkmk2 Funny you should say that because the van in this video uses a unibody. My point is, do your research on how to work on YOUR car. If you had ever changed a rack on a Sebring convertible, or really any damielchrysler(besides the SUV/truck line)Every vehicle can be VASTLY different from the next.
@letgoodthoughtsgrow4 ай бұрын
thank you, 05 chevy uplander I believe
@mds24659 жыл бұрын
It's also a very good time to replace inner & outer tie rod ends, sway bar links, and whatever else may be shot underneath the car. On some cars I think you have to drop the sub frame to get the p/s rack in/out.
@hugeslacker9 жыл бұрын
Most fwd cars you do now because of how they stuff them in there. And yeah it's a good idea to replace all the suspension components that are worn when you do something like this since you're already taking it apart and paying for an alignment.
@kenyip31503 жыл бұрын
I just worked on my niece 2002 Accord with 4-cylinder. It took me the weekend to complete the job. I wished that I could pulled the rack out from the side as Scotty demonstrated. For mid-size Accord, there aren't much room to maneuver under the engine sub-frame. loosing the exhaust/catalytic converter nuts are required. I also used the crowfoot to loosen the High Pressure hard line flare nut and the Return Hose flare nut from the driver side wheel. There aren't enough room to reach to the flare nuts either from the top or underneath of the car After successfully loosen both flare nuts, then I encountered more difficulty to get rack out. According to some KZbinr tips, they mentioned that the steering wheel must be turned all the way to the left, it caused the driver side inner tie rod end shorter. I also pushed the rack all the way to the passenger side, it allowed the driver side rack came down from the sub-frame. After trial and error, the whole rack came down from underneath the car not pulled out from the side as Scotty demonstrated. Re-installation was much harder than removing. Re-installing the high pressure line was also much harder due to hard line. I don't want to cross threaded the rack thread or the flare nut thread. I used hand to tie them as far as I can go before using the crowfoot wrench. You can do it and the weekend.
@mgavin97567 жыл бұрын
love this guy. everytime I have a problem he makes it so much better.
@zaedoon937 жыл бұрын
m Gavin i agree
@loveshy0077 жыл бұрын
I totally agree. This guy takes no shortcuts !! Obviously, each step takes time, but who wants to wait for liquid wrench to loosen up a nut? This video makes it easy to remember and more fun to try out yourself. I sure hope I don't need a steering rack too soon for my 2011 Impala. Btw: How long do steering racks last in general? I do a ton of steering and should I try changing my rack this summer myself? Looks easy. I love this guy also. Got me so wound up I am still rambling. But this guy made a ton of videos and he's always cheering me up so I agree. Thumbs up big time !!
@dmw8705 жыл бұрын
@@loveshy007 The one in my Honda lasted 103,000 miles. How about you?
@alexanderbarrera91405 жыл бұрын
Mark Paradis i still have the original rack and pinion in my 1994 tercel, still working good.
@constancefreeman14972 жыл бұрын
You taught me more in 3 minutes than all the ridiculous videos I've watched that just promote their business. Thank you!
@timmueller13144 жыл бұрын
You should loose the steering shaft clamp bolt first if you have to drop the sub-frame to get enough clearance to pull out the rack. If you don't and forget, it will slightly bend the end of the shaft. It will come right off when you realize your mistake but then will take about 3 days to get the slightly bent shaft back into the new rack clamp correctly. Lots of fun.
@rpuig3974 Жыл бұрын
good point , 2 years later still necessary tip
@johnwerner71948 ай бұрын
Scotty I don't know if you read these old post comments you're the only guy I know that can do a 30-hour job video in 3 minutes you've done a lot of videos since this one brother
@lexmaximaguy87889 жыл бұрын
easy peasy when the car does not have 10 tons of rust and corrosion on the frame. And the frame does not have to dropped.
@Passionate7477 жыл бұрын
Scotty Kilmer : The best mechanic I will say a genius man.
@trippm40369 жыл бұрын
I really appreciate the emphasis on the cursing and swearing part. Car companies should require their design engineers to spend a few years as a mechanic before their allowed to design these impossible to get to components.
@2ndamendment3837 жыл бұрын
We are lucky that we can still curse our cars. In the land of rotten teeth, the Queen has enacted hate speech laws. Wouldn't that suck to be working on your car and get 2 years in prison for cursing it.
@Euphoria00115 жыл бұрын
They're not so impossible to get to clearly
@samsen2015 жыл бұрын
Well said but will never happen. Don't you see that is only how dealer keeps his profit at best!
@KobeCorona-uj3zb4 жыл бұрын
Try doing this on Audi of bmw
@humanehuman1026 Жыл бұрын
So the fluid that leaks from the power steering going onto the rack & pinion is a reason to replace the rack and pinion?
@sayyidali5825 жыл бұрын
Also remember that cars with clock springs and ribbons on the steering wheel you have to keep the wheel more or less stationary as free spinning the steering wheel will damage the clock spring. And no mention of centering the rack prior to connecting the rack pinion to column spline. To enable you to get even turns on both sides when the job is done. I just finished my cursing and swearing and wiping blood off my finger from a rack swap this morning.
@duncanmcleod44593 жыл бұрын
He makes most scarey leaks and problems seem so easy he takes away the anxiety of these major repairs
@axbello18 жыл бұрын
I think you missed a couple of very important steps here mister Scotty, first secure the steering wheel so it does not spin while the rack is out and destroy the spiral cable, also the reattach the steering column before the tie rod ends to avoid missing the steering wheel center as well.
@scorpiocat698 жыл бұрын
Scotty_ You've done it again!! THANK YOU. About to troubleshoot a leaking p/s pump, and after seeing this AND your previous video about "noisy p/s units" , and the often overlooked pressure regulator valve, I will not "jump the gun" and simply replace the p/s pump.....THANK YOU.
@Fj3llis9 жыл бұрын
You make it look so easy :) great video as always!
@robertsetting7036 Жыл бұрын
Hey Scotty...I'm having this exact Part replaced on my 08 rx 350 at the local Lexus Dealership...I don't have the complete tools or patience for this type of job. I wish you lived near Delaware because you'd be the first one I'd trust. $2300.00 later today I get to pick er up. I didn't realize it had this problem before I purchased the lexus just months ago. Other than this with 107 k miles her she runs like butter 🧈 thanks for all of your videos.
@WookieSenshi8 жыл бұрын
This is great, thanks. Honda is trying to charge me like $1600 for the part and labor. I've found a rack for my 2007 CR-V for less than $300.
@letsthinkitover17 жыл бұрын
Odyssey Van Life It should be $200
@loveshy0077 жыл бұрын
next thing they will be putting it inside the engine block ('for stability') and it will cost you a complete engine rebuild ??
@sonnymoon64655 жыл бұрын
@@loveshy007 Hopefully this whole world of designed to fail will be over before they get to that point !!!
@cartoonist19757 жыл бұрын
Scotty your right ! I didn't wanna replace the rack in my rear wheel drive 85 Toyota GTS 5spd with a aftermarket cause I HATE aftermarket so I tried calling Toyota for a oring seal kit and replace the seals in the rack I had. I'm mad cause they discontinued the seal kit so had a new Genuine rack from California shipped to me. All this ramble from me was just to back up what you were saying about just replacing the whole rack and keep shit movin'. Thanks brother. Season Greetings and a Happy New Year to you & who evers reading this comment.
@keithkennedy48599 жыл бұрын
have the car running as your refilling the steering fluid and turn the wheels lock to lock to bleed all the air.
@scottykilmer9 жыл бұрын
+keith kennedy yes, and do that with the vehicle still up in the air
@liveyourbestlife37859 жыл бұрын
Although many do it that way, you can burn up your power steering pump if it go dry, techs use vacuum pumps with the engine off to avoid this.
@garyhessenflow93436 жыл бұрын
keith kennedy T
@richardgrimes62084 жыл бұрын
the instructions that came with my rack and pinion literally say "Do NOT TURN STEERING WHEEL LOCK TO LOCK"
@truthseeker12033 жыл бұрын
@@richardgrimes6208 did you get a Detroit axle reman?
@adventruebone22634 жыл бұрын
I Wonder how much money this guy has helped the Internet save. Thanks soo much Scotty !!!
@Nvp89859 жыл бұрын
This is not a job for the faint of heart. Scotty makes it look easy.
@loveshy0077 жыл бұрын
I'm so happy that he didn't make a 2 hour documentary out of it.
@PKAdventures3 жыл бұрын
i've probably told you this 20 times before, but i love you Scotty. you have saved me a bunch of money, s000o many times
@MrJuanses9 жыл бұрын
On some vehicles it s necessary to unbolt the subframe... and it's a hell of job!!!
@scottykilmer9 жыл бұрын
+Juan Noguera yes, there are some I won't even touch
@neonzkewl859 жыл бұрын
+Scotty Kilmer yup 94 camry 3.0 is going to be hell :(
@MaDeuce809 жыл бұрын
Tu que sabes Juan
@BlastReadingSeries7 жыл бұрын
You have to drop the subframe on Volvo P80 bodies as well. It's a bear of a job...
@ryanfaulkes74697 ай бұрын
Especially when the ape before you cross-threads the subframe bolt and hammers it all the way home!
@sandrapanico63576 жыл бұрын
Having this repair done after the new year. I have a minor leak in my power steering rack but I’m replacing the old one next week to avoid serious safety issues.
@3m0k1d4evr8 жыл бұрын
hahaha "cursing and swearing till you get it on" So true!
@BossmanTv1033 ай бұрын
The best cyber mechanic on the net 💯💪🏽
@Dave-yg8jj5 жыл бұрын
1:48 Why are you in the dirt almost in the bushes with car parts? 🤦🏻♂️
@12mak5 жыл бұрын
That's how it is. You think being a technician is a clean job?
@dave34644 жыл бұрын
@@12mak shoddy mechanics work in the dirt. Simple, put cardboard or plywood if you dont have a concrete pad.
@12mak4 жыл бұрын
@@dave3464 and what do you do? Changing your own oil does not make you a mechanic.
@dave34644 жыл бұрын
@@12mak Didn't say I was a mechanic. Although I haven't been to one in 25 years. So I must be doing something right.
@loldude24689 жыл бұрын
49 years of experience, Nice Scotty!
@JorgeGonzalez-yp6ls5 жыл бұрын
legend says hes still driving that car
@madcyborg7 жыл бұрын
One of the few jobs that was not as bad as I expected. 1996 V6 Camry.. 5 hours, and saved $$$$ DIY-ing it.
@altops44909 жыл бұрын
nice alignment trick but your supposed to measure the inside of the rod as the outside is a less reliable measurement
@deltabravo57198 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the condensed version! nice video! I cant wait to do mine! now that i have seen this my confidence is UP!
@ajprice65957 жыл бұрын
Very informative video here, but I doubt replacing the steering rack is that easy. In some cases, if not most, you will be required to unbolt the subframe. And that can take some serious time and tool action to accomplish.
@bobbyr17427 жыл бұрын
Just did this on a 2006 Montana AWD. Was straight forward and was just as described. I replaced both outer tie rods as one was bad, so figured it was time for the other too. The link pins both broke, and are connected to the lower control arm. I pulled the sway bar out to get more room to get at the hose fittings. I was able to get them off using a wrench too (18mm). I also removed the line bracket clamp that was just above the right mounting bolt. Took the car in to get an alignment after the install. Did not need to drop the subframe as the rack came right out the drivers side very easily. This video covered the basics and was a great summary of the job. Thanks for posting this Scotty.
@Movieman19656 жыл бұрын
I like the cursing and swearing requirement to replace this part! Very nice demo!
@TheCarista9 жыл бұрын
scotty you do not fix it, you change it . So call your video "Changing a leaking power steering rack" :) There is a difference between fixing and changing. Still love your videos and thanks for them a lot!!
@RevoltingSnakeman997 жыл бұрын
TheCarista I believe the idea is that the only acceptable way to repair it is to replace it so, in a sense, he is repairing the leak.
@scottbates1007 жыл бұрын
the title is called fixing a leaking power steering rack. in no sense at all is he fixing the leak because that steering rack still leaks.
@scottykilmer7 жыл бұрын
Hey, let's not get pedantic here, this isn't 5th grade english class
@Itsuptoyouandme7 жыл бұрын
You forgot a very important step to secure the steering wheel to avoid wiring issues on your steering column. Also use the castle nut bolt to avoid ruining the bolt before you wack it with a hammer. Then run your engine when all done turn 10 times each way with wheels off the ground to get any air out of the system. Finally you can repair the rack if you know how even someone with basic knowledge can do it.
@loveshy0077 жыл бұрын
He did, indeed, 'Fix it' - unless the new rack was defective. Sigh.
@gavinharvey54932 жыл бұрын
he made it look so easy i did mine and i had to lower the subframe and it took me 4 days
@MrRangerZr19 жыл бұрын
Hey scotty, I was checking my oil today and it had a strong smell of gasoline. it also had lttile droplets of gasoline on the dipstick I think. What is happening and what should I do? 2010 Honda odyssey 122k miles PS: This was my question from last Saturdays live chat that never got answered lol
@fdamien809 жыл бұрын
You're running rich for some reason
@MrRangerZr19 жыл бұрын
xSnakeStyles I had a rich code and turns out it was the MAF sensor. I cleaned that and no CEL since then. the droplets in the oil are still there.
@fdamien809 жыл бұрын
+MrRangerZr1 After the code went away did you get an oil change? Also how is the performance?
@MrRangerZr19 жыл бұрын
xSnakeStyles I am going to do the oil change this weekend. performance is same as b4
@hugeslacker8 жыл бұрын
+MrRangerZr1 gas getting into the crank case.... Leaking injectors, fuel pressure regulator possibly... You really should track this down soon because gasoline breaks down oil and that's terrible for your bearings.
@Jon.......8 жыл бұрын
1999 Ford Taurus ... had my power steering pump as well as rack and pinion replaced, front brakes & rotors done, oil & filter changed and engine compartment exhaust leak repaired for $1014 in SoCal.
@Bjpwz18 жыл бұрын
how to know if ur steering rack is gone for sure, also can i use a used one to replace ?
@Smalltechguy8 жыл бұрын
Well Scotty, that looked way to easy. Im about to tackle a 2000 Ford Ranger XLT 4x4. I have already replaced the tie rods, but thought the inner was still ok. I went over to the passenger side of the truck and all kinds of fluid came out of the boot. But the side of the rack was dry on the passenger, so I had gone back to the drivers side and I can see straight through the shaft as if a seal was missing. So I hope I can use what you had done here and get this thing out. Also if I can find one that doesn't come with the inner rods since mine are new.
@johnpickens7626 Жыл бұрын
How did it go? I'm replacing my tie rods tomorrow hopefully which will be the last thing before I go looking through the steering system for the shake and play I'm still getting on my 08 Ranger
@alancooper70628 жыл бұрын
Not a very good idea to hit the end of the tie rod end for fear of damaging threads ! Just hit the housing where the taper sits and it will shock it free Also i wouldnt have put the rack on the dirty floor, soill and grit getting into threads ect ect , other wise good video
@cb250nighthawk35 жыл бұрын
It's nice to watch Scotty repair cars.
@Reebang6 жыл бұрын
Great Vidoe
@waiz-men69566 жыл бұрын
You are so funny, "cursing and swearing"...I like the video. you made it look easy. Thanks for the great video.
@hugeslacker9 жыл бұрын
Leave the nut on the tie rod end so you don't mess up the threads with a hammer
@gemanscombe49858 жыл бұрын
+hugeslacker Good tip. I once bent the castellations, ruining the nut, so now I thread the nut on upside-down or use another regular nut (easier). Here's another way: Loosen locking nut between inner and outer tie rod ends after painting an alignment mark (for the measurement later on). Slip small rack boot clamp off and run a pocket screwdriver tip under the boot if it's sticking to the tie rod.Turn the inner tie rod hex flats with open end wrench to unthread it from the outer end. Popping the tapered stud with a hammer usually isn't as easy as this time was for Scotty.
@loveshy0077 жыл бұрын
Seen someone use a fork tool...
@cmscott7 жыл бұрын
I don't think it really WAS that easy...I think he did the grunt work to loosen it, then started filming later to save time and keep the video short.
@sonnymoon64655 жыл бұрын
@@gemanscombe4985 yes that one stroke of the hammer in this video sure did not do mine ! I was trying to do this with the wheels on in my ignorance. When it came to that step I took off the ramps the van was on and put it on jack stands and took off the front wheels. Then I could (with a nut on there to protect the threads and using a small sledge hammer could swing it hard enough to actually remove those outer tie rod ends from their place. On mine it is upside down from in the video. I think using a $10 pickle fork here would help immensely; i used a big screwdriver which may have helped. The hammering eventually got it. Use silicone spray or a similar product always of course when removing bolts and let it soak in spraying 2 or 3 coats in 10 minutes depending on how hard it is for that wd-40 or whatever you're using to get to the threads. I am working on a 93 quest (van) and I sure hope i do not have to drop the subframe to get the old one out ! Today hopefully I will get to that point. Going to try to find a shop manual somewhere since I do not find that exact video on youtube anywhere. I'm glad people here said to lock the steering wheel. In the video there is no mention of what position the rack is in when it is removed and how to make sure the new one is IN THE SAME POSITION as when the old one is removed as the gears inside allow those tie rods to move from all the way left to all the way right and if we take off the rack in the center position and the new rack is set at a right turn or a left turn position according to another viewer here, and common sense that will not work... they do not self adjust. I am thinking to set the steering wheel straight and clamp it in position somehow (my ignition key has been stuck in there for years so I cannot lock the steering wheel by just removing the key and turning the wheel until it locks). Then measuring how far the the end of the tie rod end is from the center of the steering connection. That way if the new rack differs in some way as to the threads or design, the wheels and the steering wheel will be in the same position when the new rack is installed. Obviously I have not done this before ! Good luck all.
@alex8811299 жыл бұрын
You the best !!! I have solve many problems in my car watching your helpful videos. Thank you Scotty Kilmer.
@CravinMorehead4209 жыл бұрын
And burp the system to get the air out.. =]
@MrPangulo0074 жыл бұрын
Holy xrap. Hes got diy vids too? This guys the cure to cars
@billrogers68638 жыл бұрын
lots of cursing and swearing. But you make it look easy.
@jamesrooney34526 жыл бұрын
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@johnvarro50947 жыл бұрын
not a dull moment watching how to do it.. more action than talk.. i like that style!
@shenanigansalv3179 жыл бұрын
torsion bar or sway bar???? rev up your enginess!!!
@steveneumeyer6816 жыл бұрын
it goes by several names. i find the term 'sway bar' misleading.
@fabulousdolphin42215 жыл бұрын
@@steveneumeyer681 titty bar
@TheBenderover698 жыл бұрын
"Wiggle and curse and swear" An import part of all back yard mechanical work! Love you videos
@fbgdracc06744 жыл бұрын
This man is the GOAT
@Grunklowe3 жыл бұрын
Every minute of Scotty time is like an hour and a half of regular labour time. By that measure this is something like a 5 hour job
@erick89415 жыл бұрын
i wish all youtube videos were produced like this, excellent, thank you
@Wajjajagg7 жыл бұрын
Had to replace mine on a tacoma 04 & it was leaking like crazy i ripped the boots & such & wow did this help out big time! Thanks totally subbing
@keishulife56747 жыл бұрын
Thank you Scotty Kilmer love your videos and so does the kids
@spkay317 жыл бұрын
Scotty, you're a character and make a great mechanics overview video!
@stoolie108 жыл бұрын
thanks for the advice on replacing the rack verses rebuilding it. shops want a small fortune to replace the rack.
@billyazprospector7 жыл бұрын
Always appreciate the videos and help Scotty K!
@TheGalaxyhopper9 жыл бұрын
I am planning to do this job myself, in a few weeks, thanks buddy, I like the part about marking the nut to keep things back to where they are supposed to be.
@twe12vegaugeTX7 жыл бұрын
damn Scotty your the best. you make it look so easy though. I have never worked on a rack and pinion, but I have worked on a few cars in my life even though I'm not a mechanic. watching this video of you working on the rack and pinion looks similar to my 2002 Chevrolet Impala. I think I will do this first thing in the morning. lol. thanks again. take care.
@MrKeran223 жыл бұрын
This man makes things looks real eazy
@RevoltingSnakeman997 жыл бұрын
I love your energy, dude!
@kennyallred61194 жыл бұрын
I have to replace the rack in a 2000 dodge neon from what I've found I can only use a rack off of the same year all other years have a diff rack what makes them diffrent they all hook up the same right
@KingVic959 жыл бұрын
Hey Scotty I have a 2000 manual mustang v6. it's hard to shift gears when the car is on, but when it's off I have no problem. I recently put in a new clutch and transmission.
@GalaXy8085 жыл бұрын
HI! Scotty my 09 crv I just replaced the hose steering,BUT I JUST FOUND OUT MY RACK IS LEAKING..omg! THANKS FOR YOUR HELP,IM GONNA TRY TO DO MY OWN CRV.
@bbruuse4 жыл бұрын
Sweet Trick with the cardboard for measuring the nut placement... I be using that... Thanks Scotty
@micahdunham78742 жыл бұрын
Just had this done at the shop. Fluid level looks good but the power steering feels so stiff it's almost as if i have no power steering. They also replaced outer tie rod ends.
@joshhubbard82853 жыл бұрын
You make it look so easy scotty
@FreshKicks45459 жыл бұрын
thank you scotty your videos have helped my mechanic skills.
@Sroor900107 жыл бұрын
Nice Scotty tried to fix leak with all sort of stop leak even changed seal in my e39 with no luck finally got another rack from scrapyard in good condition fix it and it's ok so far
@garysmart19 жыл бұрын
respect to you scoty, fixing it on the ground ur the man
@58thatdude7 жыл бұрын
this guy is the best ever
@stendanb23426 ай бұрын
do you also need to change the steering column thing that goes down to the rack
@JohnSchoolingJr3 жыл бұрын
Thank you scotty I am now gonna change mine to do what you just did in that track
@taratitipene66924 жыл бұрын
You ROCK dude!! You are so generous to share your knowledge
@bucki587 жыл бұрын
Scotty your my favorite NASCAR driver! America!!!!!
@sonny24355 жыл бұрын
Love Scotty but he GREATLY understates ``CURSE & SWEAR'' coming out AND going in !! RoyalFPIA !++
@kenyahobson90636 жыл бұрын
Scotty's really living life❤ Great video!
@thomasswab39194 жыл бұрын
Loved the video..the ending kills me haha. Great stuff Scotty, hope you're doing well!
@kathleenatkinson64658 жыл бұрын
I have a 1995 Mazda Protege LX with a huge power steering leak. I had it taken to a garage to see what they can find. They said the return hose and pressure hose need to be replaced. They also said the rack needs to be replaced soon. For $1000 I can have it all fixed but I just don't have the money. Is it easy to replace both the hoses and if so would you by chance have a video or could make one for me??? I love working on my car but this part looks tricky.