I just purchased a flooded car from Copart and this video is extremely helpful in approaching the project. Thank you for sharing!
@agnesramos48483 жыл бұрын
I was just looking at copart lol that’s what brings me here because there is a lot of flooded cars from the storm in the city was just interested in what the damage would be with a car going through that
@grantwiersum73942 жыл бұрын
🤣 "upvote if you're here because you found something cool on copart"
@alpha_a11062 жыл бұрын
Was it difficult buying a car from them?
@b00tybagel872 жыл бұрын
Literally thinking about doing the same thing
@wrendooley2 жыл бұрын
Look at this before I make a purchase
@truthkeeperfilms3 жыл бұрын
Remove plugs. If it’s a truck, drain all fluids. Diffs, trans, t-case, oil. Put some oil on pistons, let it sit, then manually crank motor as he said. Make sure everything is clean and smooth turning.
@thefirstplug5 жыл бұрын
Bro where's part 2 as promised prove all these guys wrong please i have alot of faith in you. All these guys are inspired by mercedes dealerships so theyre mad knowing that this is the way things are done in the real world. Please part 2 to prove them wrong my brother, love your work and keep talking haters will hate.
@Saul-ps9fu5 ай бұрын
People patiently waiting the second part of this video its amazing (five years and counting)😅
@donaldsmyth7276 жыл бұрын
Very very informative - thanks for sharing this painstaking, and painful, knowledge. Now I know why insurance companies just 'total' out flooded cars.
@thetwisted3rror7663 жыл бұрын
My car got engine exhaust flooded and the oil pan busted out the bottom horrible weather out here. Still waiting to see if it’s totaled lowkey just want them to total it so I can just get a truck instead.
@occamsrazor7939 Жыл бұрын
New subscriber here. Thank you for your videos. They are designing automobiles that make it difficult for shade tree mechanics. I prefer older vehicles. Do you have a video that will show how to restore a vehicle that has gone through an EMP??
@lloydsetty6 жыл бұрын
I'm guessing this didn't go as planned since there is no part 2
@mindykeyte75935 жыл бұрын
Maybe a crimp connector let him down.
@DarkKokoro845 жыл бұрын
part 2 got all washed out...xD
@deelofeelo48805 жыл бұрын
there is now
@MegaRcdrifter4 жыл бұрын
Did you even look bro?
@TJones-bf1rj2 жыл бұрын
@@MegaRcdrifter where's the link?
@BEAUTYnIQ Жыл бұрын
so its been almost 5 years now .. how did this is repair project go on the flooded vehicle ..? is it still running ? did other problems come up..? were there issues you wish you had done differently? did the wife like this car and is still using it or maybe onky sold it to upgrade but had a great run with it..? please do tell .. am hoping to hear!
@davidbenji12 жыл бұрын
I think the biggest issue which is truly unfixable is that any of the wire ends that were submerged in saltwater will have wicked up the water and over time will corrode. The only solution is a complete new wire harness. But I would think you you can still get many years of use out of the car before the wire totally disintegrates.
@dg7848 Жыл бұрын
I found a old Chevy SS that survived hurricane Katrina we had to do something similar to save it because all of the wires were submerged
@aexvortex718 Жыл бұрын
My truck was completely submerged its a 1994 s10 truck is it done or is it fixable
@davidbenji1 Жыл бұрын
@AExVortex I would for sure try to fix it. It may be fine and never have an issue. It may not. But there is definitely a greater possibility for corrosion than for a car that has never been in saltwater. If I ever sold it, I would fully disclose to the buyer what had happened. If I had to choose between buying a car that had been submerged in saltwater vs. one that had not, I'd only take the risk on the submerged car if it were substantially cheaper than a never flooded car.
@aexvortex718 Жыл бұрын
@@davidbenji1 i got stuck and it flooded where it got stuck the day after i got stuck i was supposed to get the day it flooded but we couldn't so we left it and water got inside and even mud inside water definitely got inside so idk if i wanna fix it i was looking around on KZbin and heard it has a very high chance of corrosion if the water went to the steering wheel so i might just put it in the junk yard
@davidbenji1 Жыл бұрын
@AExVortex You could check out a video by Chris of No Nonsense Know How (YT channel) where his Toyota Tundra (I believe) went totally underwater at the boat ramp and he cleaned it and got it running again. I think it's worth a try if you have the time. Good luck!
@jth1987leb6 жыл бұрын
because it's salt water I would recommend just buying a new harness. salt water can get deep in the wiring and it's not for some time to the issues pop up.
@kg4boj2 жыл бұрын
That's the buyers problem after he flips it
@myplaguesify2 жыл бұрын
is it okay if its saltwater flooded you rinse it with tap water to get rid of the saltwater? or it just might add a problem?
@NewBeRVer6 жыл бұрын
Dude! I can't believe you are using crimp connections! Take the time to do it properly solder and heat shrink it!
@mindykeyte75935 жыл бұрын
I was enjoying the video, until I saw those crimp connectors......
@ptick165 жыл бұрын
Actually, crimping is faster to do, and stronger than soldering. Also not as dangerous. Not every wire must be soldered, or can be soldered. Using the correct connector, and the correct tool to crimp, is the better way to go. He used the correct crimping tool for the job he was doing.
@1972dsrai4 жыл бұрын
Best to avoid any flood damaged car unless you know what you’re doing. Not for a novice.
@crand200333 жыл бұрын
Floods in Germany brought me here. Hundreds of cars floating down the river.
@ijavaid51215 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your experience. How many hours it took you to restore?
@Caseoh.123333 жыл бұрын
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@Jonathan112256 жыл бұрын
at that point this car needs a new body harness, the use of hundred of butt connectors are far from a valid repair in my book
@DrmanoRanja5 жыл бұрын
That harness will cost 5k or more without installations, That is why insurance companies won't fix flooded cars and they salvage it.
@NightOwlGames Жыл бұрын
i just seen a beautiful looking BMW flooded think it was a new M5 its a shame! i wonder if it will ever be fixed? it must of been standing it water for some time it got pulled out and towed away think the place it flooded was called rushford ford in uk.
@calin612725 жыл бұрын
Hi, I have a question. I had my car under water for few days, unfortunately, over 1,20 m (Chevrolet Orlando) so not completely. Flooded for about 15-20 min. I did bring the car to garage the next day. The first thing they did is to put the contract (without stating the car) because they wanted to open the windows. I did tell them that it’s a very bad idea because the car was completely wet but they did it anyway. I have the feeling that they damage the car even more... What do you think about?! Thanks!!!!!
@jefferymaclean94675 жыл бұрын
Would soldering not be the safe bet here and heat shrinking.
@jesusguzman81273 жыл бұрын
Good video man
@IScreamtube6 жыл бұрын
Awesome video. Great content. Thanks for the info. Seriously. But also, you can probably pull your collar down since it’s not 2007 anymore bruh.
@alexandermilleriii4993 жыл бұрын
Shut up bruh, he's killing the look
@1306marty Жыл бұрын
Great info and video BUT.....get an external microphone and its perfect! TNX
@alistairpowers81295 жыл бұрын
I would have to agree, do not use crimp connectors, it wouldnt have taken any extra time to use soldered joints.
@poormanshellcat3 жыл бұрын
Do you I can save my 2013 dodge charger fully loaded, I had water up to the cup holders
@zzzsss82855 жыл бұрын
Good work man
@scaredy65984 ай бұрын
I just bought a flooded celica for 500 bucks. First project car
@aexvortex718 Жыл бұрын
My truck was completely submerged i got it out is it still fixable its a 1994 s10 pickup or is it done
@SHADOWBLACKs6506 жыл бұрын
A headache that never ends. ...no thanks !
@youvids98205 жыл бұрын
exactly look at all them wires,fuck that cadillacs are no good, period
@BrainRotMotors-p4nАй бұрын
wanna try to get a flooded supra off copra, my project car is also a flood rebuild title
@MktNinja4 жыл бұрын
how do you know if a car was flooded 6in or too roof?
@innovator59884 жыл бұрын
Not too easy to tell by pictures from an auction but in person you would normally be able to see a water residue line of where the water came up to
@Saint696Anger4 жыл бұрын
Cool man I learned some stuff here 👍
@larrytroupe72366 жыл бұрын
what is the cleaning solution that your using....?
@vincentsantoiemma55012 жыл бұрын
would it not ne better to just replace the whole wiring harness?
@johnkaplanian5 жыл бұрын
I noticed that the quality of wires itself on American Cars is very low in comparison to Japanese, European and Korean models that uses a thicker gauge and stronger wires that sustain long years without being affected by heat and brittle to break specially under tilted steering columns and doors. Great project to rebuild a nice luxury and Great cars. Enjoy
@cooperboutdoors40022 жыл бұрын
Idk I always see a bmw or a Volkswagen with a tail light out or a head light lol
@kg4boj2 жыл бұрын
@@cooperboutdoors4002 BMW and VW are NOT America cars!
@bilalahmed21233 жыл бұрын
Great job
@gregoryh46012 жыл бұрын
Sir do you have any info on Front End andEngine was underwater but inside of the BMW X5 not Bad a little wet. Can you help?
@tauruscarclubphoenixaz14255 жыл бұрын
My first thought was is this a video of how to restore the car or how to flood the car 😂...bucket in hand my face was like NNNNOOO YOU DIDNT
@tauruscarclubphoenixaz14255 жыл бұрын
I restored my 2016 toyota camry also from Irma and you can never tell I only had to replace the tail lights harness and of course new fuel lines filter an had the tank retreated but went with all new ones just to be on the safe side
@deven6518 Жыл бұрын
Its often times cheaper to buy a harness from a wreck than paying an electrician. 😊
@jakobauger6805 Жыл бұрын
The center council will determine your fate!
@floodx49475 жыл бұрын
"How NOT to Restore a Flooded Car" (2018)
@K0NY7182 жыл бұрын
But how do you get the odor out? My car didn’t flood but i bagged a bunch of wet grass clippings and forgot them in the trunk of my suv and the next day horrible smell and windows had moisture on them. Got it detailed but smell still there. I need help.
@RoninsCorner2 жыл бұрын
Hopefully you have it fixed already, but for my car I had to use a carpet cleaner to clean out a rained out interior. Detailers typically will do a spray/powder and vacuum vs full carpet cleaner. Ones that have the the attachment. Plus baking soda can also help, and vacuum if you don’t want to the full monte. Hopefully helpful in your situation.
@michaelvalone9076 жыл бұрын
where is part 2??
@Worldviewofak55867 Жыл бұрын
Please i need video how to restore fully flooded car😢
@OmenFree5 жыл бұрын
AWESOME DAISY WIRENESS, COMRAD
@rabiielmissaoui66295 жыл бұрын
Trying to buy a 14 mercides benz it has the some problem any idea? Before buying it please!?
@tonywalker27483 жыл бұрын
Too much issues will be going on with a flooded car. It might be best to rebuild it. Change everything brand new
@maximus011528912 жыл бұрын
The quickest way to wash off salt inside is to drive into non salt water 😏
@MariaMarakiMario902 жыл бұрын
Can u fix a 2020 Nissan Sentra that was in 8 feet of flood water?
@griseldachavez94455 жыл бұрын
How much was the car?
@dalejrfan8200020005 жыл бұрын
You can't tell me that some computers didn't get wet. Water moves around when you pick up the car .
@drpepper37265 жыл бұрын
Who still pops their collar in 2018? That guy! Lol
@jeramiakins63475 жыл бұрын
thats when i quit listening. if you have a popped collar im just guessing you are full of it.
@billymasoner37355 жыл бұрын
Where is part 2??? I hate being left hanging dammit
@mars63382 жыл бұрын
The first step I will take when repairing a flooded car is making sure I pop the collar on my polo shirt 👕
@yotheman5 жыл бұрын
I definitely can't subscribe to a channel where the owner doesn't respond to people or doesn't update. Good luck.
@kecah045 жыл бұрын
How can I tell by looking at it that it was only in 6 inches of water?
@RoninsCorner2 жыл бұрын
Sometimes the dirt is clear as day on the seats and on the side of the car. Other times the insurance company will mark a line with the initials WL
@gerardojuarez9994 жыл бұрын
If you got a flooded car can’t you just get a parts car as well? One that’s damaged but has the engine , seats and all electrical components and just grind off any rust on the frame ?
@innovator59884 жыл бұрын
That would work very well but might be more expensive then replacing the electronic parts that are damaged especially if the car is fairly new
@jimeagle66363 жыл бұрын
how much did you spend?
@isiahscars57992 жыл бұрын
Never buy a flood car if you look under the dash in the the computers will be rusted badly unless water hasn't gotten to it check under the carpet for moisture, damp carpet molding and moldy seats also look in the air filter for water
@ruta29556 жыл бұрын
When can you expect part 2?
@abelosei4202 жыл бұрын
What sites can you buy flooded cars from?
@biancasaucado5 жыл бұрын
If the radio or instrument cluster not working this is the time to walk away
@Zippylippy4 жыл бұрын
This happen to me today with this storm In Florida great salt water 😳
@myeride6 жыл бұрын
What is in the water you used to rinse the floor area?
@miguelsandoval82035 жыл бұрын
I worked for an auto insurance company as an adjuster. These cars are the worst investment you can ever make. They are totaled for a reason. The time it takes to fix is quiete lengthy. Most dealers that sell those don’t take the time and you’re driving a ticking time bomb.
@sunilanandan22902 жыл бұрын
How much is price For bmw cla
@gloobark3 жыл бұрын
i like the music
@chriscraven332 жыл бұрын
Video was not good, did not show how center consul pops out, it may seem like a simple thing to do and you can do it in your sleep, but we people who need to watch these diy can't see how it's done.
@markvankalmthout50125 жыл бұрын
Why didn't you steam clean the interior?? If you steamclean you sanitice and disinfect the whole area.
@johnshirley81845 жыл бұрын
This car is going to have wiring problems forever but connectors are not a good idea.
@andyg50045 жыл бұрын
How much did you buy it for
@joserangel12124 жыл бұрын
How much was they charge
@seicento2tone5 жыл бұрын
DO NOT TRY TO REPAIR A FLOODED CAR
@brianandrews70995 жыл бұрын
No Copart Kool Aide for me, thanks! No flood cars or wrecked but rebuildables for me.
@lyubovfedorov41116 жыл бұрын
Interesting
@alexh58943 жыл бұрын
Anyone heard of a way to register a "certificate of destruction" title? from a running driving car
@Mechaxthemaskedgamer Жыл бұрын
My friend and his brother rebuilt a 1991 Nissan GT-R n1 after it was in a tsunami in Japan........oh Jesus Christ the amount of work he had to do on it basically had to replace everything on it but hey he rebuilt his in laws GT-R that can top out at 370 kph but apparently he and his brother in law may joined the trend of ev conversion on the GT-R. If Toyota can convert two ae86s to evs then why tf not ok a gtr 😅
@rayox17655 жыл бұрын
What about the engine?
@nagunaks22223 жыл бұрын
Now's the time
@Trader2Win5 жыл бұрын
Two words "Better Audio" da
@ramireznico3 жыл бұрын
Never would be as original electronic problems will always pop up. I think the only way is replacing every electronic part.
@ebinbelji73816 жыл бұрын
What you did with engine is not in this video ?
@jasongrooming366 жыл бұрын
He said the engine was not under water.
@ebinbelji73816 жыл бұрын
@@jasongrooming36 he didn't mention the repair he did with the engine
@ptick165 жыл бұрын
This video would have been MUCH better without the music.
@ScorpionVonScotts6004 жыл бұрын
Crimps on a JVC head unit yes but....
@vaporwingfauxmcloud11903 жыл бұрын
Use flex tape
@meridianmoda3 жыл бұрын
cool vid, the background music is annoying as hell
@swanklabrecords31225 жыл бұрын
the center council
@ganis35573 жыл бұрын
sorry....i see there are a lot of guns in your car garage....is they real....
@davewilliams13425 жыл бұрын
David Williams home now that last night
@nemanja39253 жыл бұрын
My car was 6m under water hahaha
@GabyBobocea5 жыл бұрын
Never buy a Salt water car ... I got 6 back in 2014 took me a bit of time to go over each and every one . I got a F150 clean water that was only a trans rebuilt and a clean up used it for over 70k miles with min problems ... some parts they go just because you cannot grease them...
@shanebaby73205 жыл бұрын
@gaby bobocea My uncle told me the same thing, he said its the minerals that short the cars out and that putting computer components in iso-alcohol will lift the minerals with a better chance of ecu and other components working still not 100% but better odds.
@tjbrewster695 жыл бұрын
0:57 "There is no right or wrong way to restore a flooded vehicle" Yes...there is a wrong way....exactly how you "restored" this vehicle. Really crimp-on butt connectors. You didn't restore that vehicle, you did nothing more than a hack job. Hopefully your wife doesn't get hurt in this cobbled together piece of crap.
@kysmelmonge27312 жыл бұрын
Just put it in rice
@aboveitallmc5 жыл бұрын
Way to much and a huge fire risk , just grab a new harness off eBay .
@livonia18072 жыл бұрын
absolute rats nest of wires
@robbob80505 жыл бұрын
Hatchet job.
@yantolee40175 жыл бұрын
all flood cars should be crushed and never resold. period.
@MrUranium2384 жыл бұрын
cheaper to buy a new car
@crand200333 жыл бұрын
It's would be like throwing your PC in the water and expecting to restore it to working condition.
@jameynewsom36895 жыл бұрын
It's hard for me to take anyone seriously that "pops" their collar. Try dressing like a grown adult.
@pavil1i5 жыл бұрын
Jamey Newsom ok, jamey newsom
@19samkhan6 ай бұрын
poor voice quality
@gooddman5 жыл бұрын
U talk super too tooooo much.... talk while u workkkkk
@lornwell36694 жыл бұрын
This is not a how to video, this is just you half-assing it and filming it