How to Test a Blown Head Gasket in Your Car

Blown head gasket. How to Test a Blown Head Gasket in Your Car, DIY with Scotty Kilmer. How to check head gasket. Head gasket leak. How to test for blown head gasket. How to fix blown head gasket. How to repair blown head gasket. Why head gaskets blown.Testing for blown head gasket. The signs and symptoms of a blown head gasket in your car. Head gasket repair. Car advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 50 years.
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[@scottykilmer]

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[@muhammadafiq2702]

can I torque stud on cyl head a lil bit more than factory spec for high comp mods?

[@wexwell]

Hi Scotty my car doesn't have a radiator cap system. Can we use this tester in the coolant reservoir

[@johncox1983]

SCOTTY YOU ARE A ROCKSTAR. Now gimme dat tool. Lol

[@michaelcohagan1775]

Thanks Scotty, for the education and presentation...nice job!

[@przy911]

Sometimes I blow head gaskets trying to figure out why my car is misbehaving, but then I remember about Scotty 😜👍🏼

[@scottstenbeck9728]

Hey Scotty, I've worked on my own cars for years, mostly because we can't afford to pay someone unless absolutely necessary, and finding your KZbin channel has been a big help. My two kids each just bought their first cars and I find myself forwarding the links to them on a regular basis. Especially your videos with the top 10 do's or don'ts. Thanks for sharing your expertise.

[@Catboy.]

Clean non offensive comment

[@scottykilmer]

Hello and congrats you won, now email me your full name and address so I can mail you this head gasket test kit! [e-mail]

[@Catboy.]

@@scottykilmer no way that's amazing, thanks scotty, I'm sending an email now

[@vinceking7878]

🤣

[@yodiig9504]

This is why we love Scotty! 😂

[@kevindamron4564]

@@scottykilmer love it lmao good man you taught me a lot on my way of unfortunate car events I had

[@carbuff81]

Scotty, I just want to thank you for all of the videos you make for us. I can't tell you how many times your videos have helped us and how many times I've shared your videos with friends and family members. Thank you so much for everything!

[@TheV8nissan]

I've been working on my own vehicles for years and am a heavy jet aircraft mechanic but have never actually seen a head gasket test done until now! Thanks for showing me!

[@charliecuaron8078]

Scott, thank you for the work you do to, and for the users of this channel. I have saved myself from purchasing a nightmare using your advice and have also made better decisions buying used cars because of your content. Keep it up!!!!!

[@mrdavisdrummer]

Awesome as usual. Thanks Scotty. Been watching for years and I’ve gained a lot of confidence with engine repair during that time. 😎

[@TheCrystalGlow]

Hi Scotty! Great video as always. I’m glad to see someone so energetic and passionate about cars. Your videos are quite helpful and I thank you for taking time out every day to share this with us.

[@electronicsNmore]

Those kits are super handy, especially when buying a used vehicle.

[@AP-bo1if]

yeah but if someone puts in one of those gasket seal products you're screwed. dealers use these products all the time...

[@johnstample3624]

Wish I had done the test on a car I just bought. I’m about to do it but I’m pretty sure it’s the head gasket

[@jayislander]

@@johnstample3624 update

[@danielg5988]

Wow, this video is really giving me more knowledge about cars

[@jowen001]

Even as a fairly experienced and seasoned Automotive technician, I still find informative value in your videos and continue to learn. I'm sure I would make great use of that head gasket tester.

[@boonstar69]

I borrowed a friend's fluid leak tester and it worked pretty good. You're videos really show someone who doesn't know much exactly how it can be done by a diy'er.

[@zacdeetz9971]

Love watching the show have watched for years now and recently became a certified ford technician!

[@Milutinovich]

Congratulations! You'll have a lot of work. My Focus is are a pile of crap

[@phillipcastillo8519]

Morning Scotty always nice to watch your videos

[@scottykilmer]

morning!

[@CrazyKid1998MJP]

Was in class today, and a student brought their car in for a possible blown head gasket. Our instructor brought out this very tool, and it worked like a charm. LUCKILY the guy can drive away knowing that his car doesn’t have a blown head gasket in his 96 Toyota Corolla!! Would love to have one for when my vehicle gives signs of a failing/ failed gasket before it’s too late!!!

[@jacobstanley9034]

Hey Scotty I think your a great mechanic and I love learning how to fix small and big problems on cars as well as learning what cars to avoid

[@billpontoon4498]

That looks amazing. My old GMC truck would be a good tester for that.

[@JonnyDIY]

I never understood how most cars incessantly *ding* if you forget to close the door all the way or buckle your seatbelt, but *doesn't* make any noise when your car starts overheating? 🤔 maybe on brand new cars theyve added this?

[@everardovaladez7125]

Yes, modern cars will have it. My 2012 Focus started overheating once and it alerts the driver on the dash along with a ping.

[@oliveresq3340]

Cheap cars no but on "luxury" cars yes like my 04 Mercedes if it overheats the dash turns red and beeps like crazy it even does it if I don't close the hood all the way and if it really overheats it displays a message to pull over immediately because it turns itself off to avoid engine failure....but on my mom's 07 Suzuki forenza the engine could be on fire and the car won't even beep...

[@oliveresq3340]

And I think even Mercedes from the 90s did this so it's more about cutting cost on cheaper cars by removing features like this...

[@johnfitbyfaithnet]

Because they want you to buy a new car!

[@jmurray01]

My '06 VW Passat dings and flashes dashboard warnings at you even if the coolant level is just 1cm low in the reservoir! None of my other cars (Fords, Nissans or Volvos) have that feature though. It's all about cutting costs in manufacturing, hence most cars don't even have a washer fluid low light anymore.

[@jaseflex]

Hi Scotty, ever since I started watching your channel I have learnt a lot about cars. Thank you, for helping everyone with their car issues.

[@fjarguelles]

Love your channel man...lots of great content...really good advice and tons of knowledge to help with car maintenance.

[@birdworldist]

Luv the thing that falls out at the beginning. That was funny :)

[@GregSereda]

I've become a expert car mechanic from watching this channel alone.

[@saddestchord7622]

I've watched six seasons of House. I'm starting my medical practice next week.

[@evilal20]

I've been working on tractors for 3 days, I'm now a tractor mechanic 😉😂😑

[@afisemenaborevlaka48]

You are probably better than most mechanics and will take better care of your car.

[@personperson9591]

tbh he's not necessarily wrong. I used to do nothing on my vehicles myself, not even oil changes, never shown how and change shops are cheap enough. Well, it all started with the oil change shop I completely trust (distant family owns it, they aren't going to burn me) didn't even want to do an oil change on my newer Rav4 because the dealership (only folks who had worked on it) had cranked down and stripped the threading on the oil canister cover, there recommendation was to go back to the dealership and have them do the oil change where they'd be forced to replace it. I decided to instead order a metal one and install it (Toyota makes a metal one, yet stock installs a plastic one), and that was the start of me doing all my own work. Since then, I've seen all sorts of mechanic issues on my 3 vehicles. And that's not even counting the times they've ripped me off financially; most mechanics seem to just either straight suck, don't care, or are under such pressure to rush they do a piss-poor job. So yeah, I'm more distrustful of mechanics than ever now, and if you do your due-diligence and can be a little technical and get your hands dirty, getting how-to and advice from youtube is probably the better way to go. Seriously. Just realize where your own limits are, you probably shouldn't jump straight into rebuilding an engine if you've never even changed a drive belt, for example.

[@tenhundredkills]

@@saddestchord7622 I watched all 8 seasons. I don't think I want my own medical practice, but I have a snarky, cynical retort for damn near everything.

[@garageshopminnesota]

Thanks for all your videos, Scotty. I've learned a ton of information from you, and will always appreciate this channel.

[@jegcruz]

Scotty, you are the Greatest Mechanic, in the USA and the whole world. I enjoy watching your videos and learn a lot of stuff from you.

[@chrisburke2724]

I was wondering how this test was performed. Thank you.

[@norskviking9410]

Just get one of those wonderfull Cadillac northstare engines, with in five minutes of overheating you now know what a blown gasket is! What caused it! water pump quit on the freeway, "End of car!

[@vgbr88]

Thank you for another informative video, Scotty.

[@newuseryou]

Love your videos. This tester kit is much cheaper than changing the engine or head gasket in my car.And you can avoid blowing the head gasket in the first place.

[@MrDanteman300]

Hey Scotty! Watch your channel alot you have saved me lots of money and provide me awesome info. Feels like free school. Many blessing to you. Keep revving engines man!

[@bobwayne911]

Love your informational videos Scotty - from RWF

[@MoistChungus]

How to tell if you have a blown head gasket: Do you have a Subaru? If yes your head gasket is blown or is about to

[@MoistChungus]

@Randy Jackson I feel like it's a lack of maintenance and people just beating too hard on their cars thinking they're fast

[@sweis12]

It's TRUE. I used to love Subaru but after dealing with so many head gaskets on my and my families subarus I got tired of doing the job every couple of years.:( I recommended my grandma to buy a head gasket rated for a high hp sti, but it costed too much and then they had to do it again about 30k miles later and still put another generic brand gasket

[@sweis12]

@@MoistChungus no. Ny grandmother drove her baja like a grandma would and did 3k oil changes everytime. The engines are just poorly designed. Newer ones are better but they still blow .

[@MoistChungus]

Guess Subarus are kinda garbage but they do well in snow and are easy to work on apparently

[@Sandwich420]

Doesn't help when people buy cheap auto zone headgaskets. I'd go performance if I had to replace it the first time.

[@davehoward6573]

I love your videos, very informative and I have picked up some useful tips and techniques. I could really use one of those Head Gasket Test Kits. Thanks for all you do for us mere mortals, looking forward to more, all the best.

[@checkupcharter]

Scotty, you do an awesome job with your videos! I have learned so much and I appreciate what you do!

[@damiensmith6656]

Hey Mr. Kilmer I admire your timeless and respect your well known work ethics including sharing knowledge on cars to the world...

[@smithraymond09029]

A Lexus LS with a blown head gasket? Rare, rare, rare. I'm sure the owner neglected that motor. Those 1UZFE motors go 300k miles easy.

[@justindavis5983]

doesn't matter how good the engine is if you neglect it, it'll have problems

[@alexshkurin5213]

That's GX

[@robojimbo7039]

Hey scotty. Im sure im late for the test kit entry. Gjust wanted to say your helping me keep my 06 escape alive.

[@docjody8624]

Scotty thank you for educating the DIY population! LONG LIVE DIY!

[@chegep51]

Going to basic training today. Wish me luck!

[@davidg5704]

Good luck🙌

[@Justforfun-ek7et]

that one person I hope your being for real and actually at boot camp, if so, have fun! It’s the best worst days of the start of your career in the military. You get out of the military what you put in, so be smart and save your money, go to school for free while your still in, go to every school the military offers you and be kind but firm with your juniors. Enjoy the ride.

[@timberwolf2543]

Just for fun that sounds like great advice for our young friend. Apparently, you have been there so thank you for your service. 🇺🇸

[@timberwolf2543]

that one person, good luck!

[@timberwolf2543]

J S 🤣

[@yoshikilla818]

I would love a new head gasket tester kit Scotty !

[@anonymike8280]

Some of the parts chains have them in the loaner tool inventory, but you have to buy the blue stuff.

[@kennydenmark7694]

You are the man Scotty! You have helped me many times and this video also. I sure could use a head gasket tester if possible.

[@legambaz]

Excellent info this episode. I've never heard a better and clearer explanation on head gasket then this one.

[@brianalebleu4625]

Hey scotty ! Watch them all i learn so much 😇

[@lemonflavorclorox7389]

You still didnt get the free testing kit did you? 🤣

[@brianalebleu4625]

Harsh Tank ohhhh i didnt want it lol i always comment

[@brianalebleu4625]

Dont need it lol

[@Draedo]

$200 in 1965 has the same buying power as $1600 in 2018

[@TheBaz568]

Draedo Still way cheaper than today

[@saddestchord7622]

Yep. More expensive now but not exactly a minor expense back then.

[@HAL-dm1eh]

Also factor in someone would have to be EXTREMELY low IQ to mess up a pushrod head gasket job whereas today there is a lot of room for error and on top of that people now have less discipline and the attention span of a sparrow.

[@theheathenspulpit1705]

@@HAL-dm1eh The attention span of a goldfish more like it.

[@GardenerEarthGuy]

Using an inflation chart, except most jobs then paid around $300 a week. A head gasket job would cost many people more today than 2/3 of a week's pay.

[@Killatunga]

Always appreciate the knowledge 👏

[@sassafrasjoness3167]

You're the best Scotty! I've learned so much by watching your videos!

[@billstmaxx]

would the coolant over time not change color if the exhaust was purging into it?

[@mercer982]

naah, not really.

[@HauntedVenturesFX]

Hey Scotty, thanks for the giveaway opportunity. This is my "clean non-offensive comment".

[@jacobharris6446]

MECHANIC MONDAYS! THIS IS A GREAT VIDEO! Thanks for the quick lesson I needed the refresher for sure. Also this trick of the trade to determine weather or not my currently non-working vehicle is a junker or if i should invest the cash to fix is awesome. I will definitely pass on the knowledge thanks again fir all the good videos

[@personperson9591]

Haha how funny, not only is that the exact block kit I got to test and make sure, that's also the exact "fix" product I used as well with good results. If only this came out months ago it would have saved me a few hours of research! But, thank you Scotty for all the videos, I've gone from never even doing an oil change to doing all my own maintenance and repairs with nothing but improvements over going to shops! And I'm at >3k miles on the bar's fix and so far holding fine. I can tell there's still an ever-slight vacuum leak still as my idle will dip really low, but it's running fine and no longer overheats, and at over 220k miles on the vehicle already so eh, it works and I'm happy with it.

[@reyalmonte1533]

I work at an auto parts and people have asked me how I learned so quick 😂 well here’s the answer KZbin expert

[@andythompson3528]

Stock 6.0 powerstroke owners might want one of these!

[@low87dawg86]

Yup

[@Louthemailman]

🤣🤣🤣 yup

[@buttascotchluv2818]

For the past year I’ve been watching you. I accidentally came across one of your videos since then I’ve been hook. i’ve learned so much tips and information about my own car, since then I’ve been keeping better maintenance for my car. So thank you thank you thank you thank you👏👏👏👏👏👏🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@boydthree8952]

This is going to be the best channel for a do it yourself car guy! I hope I still get the test because I think my head back gasket is gone. Even if not thanks Scotty you’re number one in my book kid!

[@dennisfriel6248]

Hi Scotty, Back in the day,(1989), we also used a Sun 1125 analyzer to sniff the steam vapor at the radiator neck on cars we were not sure of having a head gasket leak or crack.(we NEVER stuck the probe near the fluid). It worked quite well and we then tried to sell the owner on further testing if needed, using the analyzer test as a free preliminary test. Customers remember being treated fairly. Your videos are the greatest, thanks.

[@edman79]

My engine hasn't blown a gasket, but I'm about to.

[@timberwolf2543]

Eddie G good one! 😂😉😎

[@jegcruz]

Block seal it

[@daveinkeles8546]

Another awesome video Scotty. Thanks for your help once again. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi with 85k might have a blown head-gasket. Did not get any bubble over when I started it, but I replaced the thermostat, water pump, and checked the radiator to see if it was plugged and haven't found anything yet. Time to try the kit that you give away on Mondays. Hey.....Today is Monday.....LOL

[@engagedswitch]

Thank you for everything you do Scotty Kilmere. God Bless You and your family sir. God Bless you Jeremy Scruggs

[@d_theletter]

Thanks Scotty love the show daily watcher

[@scottykilmer]

thanks for the support!

[@johnyoung468]

d w Same here.

[@bernardflood8289]

Greetings from Ireland. Awesome tool.

[@scottykilmer]

morning!

[@bernardflood8289]

Afternoon!

[@nick011182]

I’ve really being enjoying your videos a lot lately. Very informative and easy to understand.

[@timberwolf2543]

Scotty, since I found your videos I don’t even watch other mechanics videos anymore. Thanks for all of the useful info.

[@jimguyett7969]

Scotty, very useful test. But when I'm going out to buy a used care do you think the owner will let me do this test? Thanks

[@bobbates6595]

Jim Guyett he would, or I would just say, thanks, and walk away!

[@cernatsross5722]

Scotty, you posted this video just as I noticed my V6 Accord has been losing coolant but there is no leaks!

[@FranquieMaisonet]

Cernats Ross start praying 🙏🏻

[@unknowninfamous2346]

White smoke coming out exhaust is a clue for a head gasket or coolant in your oil. Pull dip stick and smell for propylene glycol in oil, you can feel it too.

[@nigal1371]

Scotty awsome job....I was in the 101st Airborne Div. at Ft. Campbell...Air cav unit ....early 70's...you're a great mechanic...keep it up..

[@dah8rsluvme]

Thanks Scotty, your videos are very helpful and informative. I learn something new everytime you post a video👍😎

[@ZombieCraftSlaya]

I got a real good mechanic scotty I got a 364 hundred thousand Crv my head gasket was blown somthing in my radiator busted and coolant was getting in the engine and I needed my starter replaced my mechanic took care of me well good I gave him free reign just wanted everything he could find fixed as long as it was a decent price, spark plugs replaced, head gasket fixed, radiator replaced, starter replaced alternator replaced, cleaned up all my stuff and all for 2,100

[@thaddeusmcgrath]

I had my head gastket blown on my old S10 and had the heads redone at 165000. Drove it home and the next day and started hearing engine rod knocking. Bad times then lol.

[@2405jacko]

Awesome bro, it's so hard to find good mechanics that won't rob you blind. I wish Scotty lived near me.

[@thaddeusmcgrath]

Yes it's good to have a local guy like Scotty around to troubleshoot. There are somethings to work on when it comes to vehicles that are out of our troubleshooting scope so you need a Scotty!!!!!

[@johngotone4334]

generally if a head gasket is blown there are signs,... if your oil looks milky,DONT drive it anti freeze is in your oil= blown head gasket, if you see anti freeze leaking outside the block= blown gasket and lastly alot of white smoke out your exhaust= blown gasket

[@dynamo3059]

you got an amazing price, the starter alone is a $500 job.

[@silvergrizzly316]

From a very young age, I've ALWAYS wanted to own a Head Gasket Leak Tester, I'd love to win this one, Mr. Kilmer. That's my bestest comment Scotty, everything else was way too offensive! LOL!!😉😁😁😁. Love your channel Scotty, hain't no other out there like it!!! 👍👍

[@arturosarinana2621]

Silver Grizzly The are not very expensive...

[@Broncort1]

Turin Alvarado I hope he’s being happily sarcastic...lol

[@j.j.giangalanti8779]

Great job on these videos Scotty! I have learned a lot from these videos.

[@JBlanke]

I’d love to get one of those testers, would definitely come in handy as I am always helping friends fix their cars.

[@tlife31]

That’s right on time I think I have that problem

[@jayislander]

Did you fix

[@tlife31]

@@jayislander it wasnt the head gasket

[@jayislander]

@@tlife31 what was it

[@tlife31]

Crack in the radiator,it only showed after it got hot

[@wardroland270]

“A clean, non offensive comment”. : )

[@zak182006]

Thanks for all of your great advice! Missing a Scotty video is not an option :)

[@georgecoelho4607]

Great, balanced advice. You also keep on adding value and changing with the times.

[@JuniorLexus6692]

The best way to check for a blown head gasket is to get on your knees and push your nose in the tailpipe and inhale! Lol😂🤣 I won't be responsible for anybody passing out, do it at your own risk!😉🇺🇸🇯🇲🚗💥🗯🗯🗯

[@eriktruchinskas3747]

Thats not that far from the truth. If the gasket is that far gone and coolant is being burned the exhaust will smell sugary sweet and water will pour from the tail pipe

[@JuniorLexus6692]

@@eriktruchinskas3747 I know!😉...coolant has a sweet smell, i just figured it would be funny how I wrote how to diagnose the problem...sometimes people's pets would drink it and get sick, I think nowadays they make it repulsive to pets.🇺🇸🌴☀️🌴

[@scottstenbeck9728]

Hey Scotty, I've worked on my own cars for years, mostly because we can't afford to pay someone unless absolutely necessary, and finding your KZbin channel has been a big help. My two kids each just bought their first cars and I find myself forwarding the links to them on a regular basis. Especially your videos with the top 10 do's or don'ts. Thanks for sharing your expertise.

[@eriktruchinskas3747]

@@scottstenbeck9728 he most likely wont see your comment. Youre replying to someone elses comment instead of doing a general comment

[@JuniorLexus6692]

@@eriktruchinskas3747 lol🤣🇯🇲🇺🇸🌴☀️🌴

[@beefyisrare3423]

Scotty I have a Audi a4 with a 1.8t that has oil in the coolant do you think it's the head gasket

[@DAN007thefoxx1]

Most likely. Symptoms may be slightly different depending on where it failed. The most obvious ones are overheating and a big, white cloud of smoke coming from the exaust

[@bobbates6595]

beefyisrare yep!

[@beefyisrare3423]

@@DAN007thefoxx1 no smoke from the exuasht well more then normal

[@taylorford4218]

Clear indicator

[@metroidmayhem8463]

Yep

[@johnfitbyfaithnet]

Thank you for sharing this important information listening from Brownwood Texas

[@realtjp]

That’ll be a great tool to use in my 1993 Acura Legend Coupe...bought the car for my mom, it’s her dream car

[@johanmattsson6572]

Volvos headgaskets never blow! They are built from tanks and old Nokia phones

[@digitalmohsin]

Really? I was thinking to use this on my Volvo S60. I checked a couple of days ago and the coolant was low.

[@johanmattsson6572]

Your head gasket may have a small leak but more possible it’s just a coolent leak in the radiator or heater core but sure a test for your head gasket is not a bad thing to do and Then you know for sure if it’s that or something else

[@dvperr]

This video came at the right time for me. My truck is slowly losing coolant but its not dripping. Hmmmmm

[@dvperr]

@Rick O'Shea you are correct. A good lesson to read what autofill puts in because it doesn't always put in what you intended to type.

[@alexanderestk]

Just did this test today, squeezed the pump constantly for 2 minutes and the fluid remained blue. What a relief! If the coolant mixes with the fluid it’ll turn green so be careful

[@shaka00virgo]

Great information, I could really used one of those testers for my old car!!

[@megacharzard10gameing79]

Can we get Scotty to 1.6 mill or 2 mill by the end of the year

[@jonathanLara1989]

Megacharzard10 Gameing it all depends on him

[@dreamrealitysyndrome]

Hopefully not. A lot of his videos are informational, but he is somewhat gimmicky and his age-ist bias really suffocates the veracity and seriousness of his content. Plus, attacking other KZbinrs in his field was a costly mistake, one that he might have to live with awhile. I watch his videos mostly for entertainment, probably because he reminds me of my Grampa. Sure, I can learn SOME things here n there, but I gotta sift through most of his content to find those precious little jewels of legitimate information to find anything. Which is why I am not a subscriber.

[@c96jimenez]

Can I still win that gasket tester? I’m struggling with this bmw :( need one

[@geomendez2412]

Carlos Jimenez I’m on the same page my car feels the test fluid now I feel that there is no hope for my car unless I have money .. and as of right now I don’t have money like that :,(

[@geomendez2412]

Carlos Jimenez *failed

[@codyziebko7713]

Seems like a great product! Thanks for all the helpful tips and tricks Scotty.

[@reynaldogarcia7696]

You the man Scotty. You always have a way of explaining things in a way that I get.

[@sorenmcnary3214]

Scotty I wanna buy a Mercedes 2009 with 200k for 10,000 think that’s a good deal?

[@scottykilmer]

no

[@aadheenmasood7960]

That was a direct and simple reply from scotty

[@bobbates6595]

Scotty is Right!

[@jeffcarpenter8000]

Run. That cars a parts car.

[@bcgreen7479]

Here's my non-offense comment today.

[@joshuam.escalera3493]

just wanna say scotty thanks for another great video ! you really helped my situation with this really informative video thanks alot and keep these great videos coming .

[@smmydvr]

Thanks for another great video Scotty! You are the best on KZbin!

[@jamesvalenti9288]

Yea I blew a head gasket when trying to work on my girlfriends Mini Cooper. Never buy a German car..

[@chrisj197438]

TheSakul08 He didn’t. She probably knew it was blown and asked him to change a belt or something. When he was done she called him later saying her car is overheating and was told it was the head gasket. She tricked him into either fixing it or paying for it to be fixed. Women are very crafty like that.

[@jamesvalenti9288]

Hahaha....nope...I just got frustrated because of "german engineering" and punched the hood leaving a big dent

[@MitzvosGolem1]

James Valenti The worst true. Euro trash

[@MrMartycbt16]

How can anyone hit the dislike button on one of Scotty’s vids? Miserable sods...

[@joechen7006]

Thank you for the great content on car repair Scotty!

[@danjss1]

Thanks Scotty, I have benefited much from your decades of experience.

[@YusufMatcheswala]

Thanks for a detailed explanation of the coolant system. I'm going to try this kit. I'm getting different opinions from different mechanics about my 2004 Honda Civic (108K miles) some saying it might be a head gasket problem some saying not. The fact remains that the car keeps loosing coolant over time especially when driven long distances and overheats. I'll try this kit and see if its head gasket issue but hoping its just a bad sealing radiator cap!!!

[@debbiestinnett2987]

I trust this channel. Scotty has vast knowledge over a number of years. This is my go to, being a woman with no mechanical experience. I trust the older mechanics.

[@johnarnette4611]

Thank you Scotty for another great video! Keep them coming!

[@ujjc001]

This test saved me from buying a blown outback!!! Best 10 bucks ever spent!

[@israelramos5356]

I like your videos. You’re one of the guys I watch typically watch when I have an question.

[@lals4557]

Your very informative and not boring. Thanks for that and keep up the great work you do. From one mechanic to another. Thanks again

[@VincentStevenson]

Excellent tips and comments, thank you!

[@georgev4536]

I never knew you could test for it other than taking it apart. Thanks scotty