Is This Uncommon Nowadays?

[@Matt-mq1ep]

Nice job. The remote start is usually disabled with the hood open for safety.

[@josephlyson3896]

Correct

[@digdrivediy]

I discovered that feature works correctly! 🤣

[@josephlyson3896]

lol…love your channel…keep up the good work

[@sargentcolon2323]

I came here to say this.

[@leishawalker5916]

I am a 49 year old single woman. I change my own oil.

[@davedunn2124]

Gibberish on filter was likely names of "technicians" at quick lube place it was at last. Yes i do all my vehicles maintenance and repairs. Hood open no remote start. Nice job

[@electrake2063]

Remote start ISN'T supposed to work with the hood open! It's to save you from losing your fingers if you press it while leaned over the fender working on the truck. I've actually had an incorrectly installed aftermarket car-starter start the engine while working on it - for this reason I ALWAYS place the keys on the dash while working on a car in case the hood-switch wasn't installed, or is defective from being pressed all the time while the hood is closed.

[@tonypanozzo2928]

I do the same thing before I tackle maintenance on my vehicles. I call the the dealer basically for incentive to force me into working on my own cars. My 2012 ram 1500 a tuneup from the dealership was over $800 (16) spark plugs it’s a hemi. I did it for less than a $100. Took 3 hrs but worth it.

[@MasonWelds]

Great video Neil! Quick tip for you, when starting threads (especially ones you can’t really see) turn it backwards slowly until you feel a little click. Once you feel that, your threads are lined up and ready to go.

[@Mcrafter3659]

dude you are seriously the coolest dad ever. love every single video dont stop please

[@davisphillips7792]

The spark knock. Igor smooth out more over a little time. The computer has to relearn the new parameters and fuel trims. Have a great vacation!

[@phillipberthiaume301]

Hey Neil, The hood latch has a switch on it and is part of the door system, so I don’t think the remote start will work if the hood is open. Love your videos, watch them every week. See you on the next one,

[@kenfrazier616]

amazing th eprice for a simple spark today. Saddening good video

[@PurpleCollarLife]

Great job, Neil. I’ve been doing a lot of DIY vehicle maintenance lately too. I’ve always said that I have to do my DIY tasks because I have more time than money. :) If you’ve been watching our channel - I’ve been enjoying the upkeep on our equipment also. It feels good to be able to take care of vehicles and machinery without paying someone else. We recently took our 2009 Ford Expedition with over 165,000 miles on its 5.4 on our family vacation. I did the oil change, tire rotation, fluid top-off and filter changes, pretty much all the necessary tasks - minus the plugs. Those plugs on the 5.4 Tritan engine are crazy. I took it to a professional mechanic and he said he was able to get all 8 out without breaking them - but it took 3 days of spraying the plugs and working them just a little at a time to not break them off. We completed our trip to Tennessee and back without any issues. I’ve got coworkers who can’t believe we still daily drive a 15 year old SUV with over 160,000 miles on it - and that we’d trust it for a family vacation. But I was confident that the vehicle that we’ve taken good care of, would take good care of us in return. I’ve been curious - why don’t you have a company vehicle any more? Do you now have to use your personal vehicle for work trips? Enjoy that vacation!

[@jakerittner1694]

I always change our own oil in both our cars. Have done 2 engine rebuilds as well

[@josephcollins4336]

We buy and keep cars a long time and I do oil and tuneups on our 06 Toyota Avalon and 07 Toyota Tacoma! After an evaluation KZbin and I changed a coil pack as well!! A $392 estimate on coil pack at dealer or an OEM for $79 and 10 min!!!!!

[@giovannicintolo89]

A lot of factory remote starts will disable for a number of reasons. Hood or doors open, fuel level too low, check engine light on.

[@mehawinct]

Growing up, I changed the oil on my vehicles (as disposing the waste oil was easy at the tank at "The Dump"). I even helped my Dad swap a 460 into a F-150, that we turned into a F-225 (by swapping out the running gear and making it into a eight-lug drive-train) In the last 10 or so years, I've changed the oil on my motorcycles before winter-izing them. That said, I haven't changed the oil on a car since 1992. Once out of college, it just made economic sense to have someone else do it. But I know, I still can.... (Just have to figure out what those new-fangled drain plugs are all about!)

[@Acc_220]

A 12” piece of 3/8” rubber hose works great for starting a spark plug down in the plug well. Press the top of the plug into the hose and fish it down into the spark plug hole.

[@AaronSefchick]

Yes! I just replaced my headlight enclosures because they were fogged. Anytime I can do work on my own vehicle, I will. Unless of course it's next level. Then I let the pros do their work. Hope you enjoyed your vacation!

[@kc033056]

Great job. I’m a diy’er, short piece of rubber fuel line on the spark plug tip for lowering it in the hole and starting it, even on an old style engine.

[@williamberry9237]

A can of SeaFoam or similar for the next 3 tanks. Then a can every third tank or so. Makes a huge difference. Great videos.

[@aaronburford5701]

Once again, I went on the Neil experience this morning. For as long as this video was, I was with you in the truck, under the hood, on the road with you. This is what your content does each time, it allows me to get away and forget what's going on only focus on your journey. I'm impressed with your storytelling, commentary, organizational skills, strategy development and your transparency! Thanks again for talking us a along with you and providing great nuggets of info!

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks so much Aaron! I appreciate all the support!

[@aaronburford5701]

@@digdrivediy Also, I continue to recommend you channel to others, Bill in Iowa, I love his demeanor and presentation. He was using a box blade and directed him to the King! Fyi

[@DKAB66]

@@digdrivediyyou’re the only channel I don’t ever have to fast forward. Great commentary, entertaining but to the point.

[@Rustfish]

Love the channel. Yep, do all the maintenance on my own cars, even the Mercedes. That way you know it’s done right and on time.

[@matthewbrower654]

I try to do all repairs myself. Saves a ton of money and the satisfaction of fixing something is what it's all about.

[@troywilliams159]

The 2018s with the 5.0 have a cam phaser issue and a service bulletin. They burn oil, about 2 qts per change interval. Watch the plastic plug and oil pan. Both can warp and leak. The spark knock can be from poor quality fuel. We have a hole fleet of these 2018s and all have similar issues.

[@jonathanfrantz8384]

Keep and eye on that plastic oil pan and drain plug. They changed back to a metal pan on the newer engines because the plastic pans were prone to leaking. I had a 2013 5.0 super crew until last year when it was burned up in a garage fire. Now we have a 2023 f150 Lariat super crew 5.0. Not sure what plugs you went with but in my 2013 5.0 I put auto lite plugs in and they didn’t last long before I had rough idle issues. Switched back to ford motorcraft plugs and the issues went away.

[@johnbeck845]

Live on Norris lake. Lol. Small world and hope you enjoyed the beauty💪🇺🇸

[@digdrivediy]

We love it. This was our 4th vacation there.

[@sshaw4429]

The rule in my house (and my dad was a mechanic) was you had to be able to do some things on your own car first, before you could drive your first car. Which we purchased ourselves. Lol. Mine was a 65 VW Beetle. 1) know your car, identify parts. 2) tool kit; where was it. Was it complete? No we had to add duct tape, scissors and heavy string. 3) check the air in tires, change a tire. 4) inspect and change the belt. 5) check the oil. And I’m a girl. Great video….great content, great memories. Thanks.

[@digdrivediy]

My wife's Dad taught her much the same. She learned to change her own oil and tires. But, I've been doing it for her for 21 years now :)

[@SteveSherman-jp1dz]

My Dad did the same, and then I had to relearn it all since he almost always did things wrong.

[@markhollick2511]

Enjoy your vacation plans. I always change my own oil and filter on cars, trucks, snow blower and lawn mower. Mark

[@HerrMuX]

Its indeed uncommon for many people my age (90s kid) to do minor repairs or service work on their cars, let alone identifying parts. I recently changed the main thermostat on my 2014 Passat 2.0 TDI and of course messed up the first time with having major leaks. Got another thermostat and went to town a second time😅 After doing the maths it still was way cheaper than taking it to a shop, let alone a dealer... I will encourage my kids to work on their cars, it just makes sense because it surely boost your self esteem plus you will save money. Keep up the good videos, they are truly entertaining!😁👍

[@geraldadams973]

I just did the same thing neil we just went on a 1500 mile vacation changed my oil and it was time for tires so I put new tires on changed oil .love the channel like the different things you put on here the pool got me watching.

[@PatDollard-h5u]

I still do the basics - Oil Change, air filter, coolant flush, brakes, Tire rotation. some things - like AC I leave to the pros. That truck - for 150,000 miles looked really nice.

[@MattBlacklist]

Hey Neil! On your next service,take a air hose and blow out all the dust around the spark plug area prior to service also with the newer direct port injection it’s a common problem to have “spark knock” due to build of carbon on the intake valve. It might be necessary to perform a decarb on the intake side and as well to add a crank case ventilation catch can to eliminate the issue. Keep up the great content!!

[@keglover-x4i]

At age 72, I still do all of the work on my 2012 F-150. XLT extra cab, 5.0, 4x4 , 3.55 gears., with OWL 18" tires like it came with .Bought him new $32 K cash , changed oil myself every 6000 miles with Motorcraft oil/filter. just turned 270,000. It looks new inside and out and runs perfect. (original plugs still ) I plan on driving it another 270 K

[@kevinfirmin9528]

I've got a 2017 5L F150 and have been changing all the oil and filters. Don't forget the cabin filter, mine is behind the glove box. Definitely saves some money. I haven't had to change out the plugs yet, so thanks for including that bit!

[@DABSAYS]

I change my own oil for a few reasons. 1. It seems faster and more convenient for me to do it. 2. I can use whatever oil change interval I want, but it is shorter than the manufacturer recommendations. 3. The waste is annoying, but I do 5-6 oil changes then take the oil to a recycling center. 4. I can use whatever oil and filter I want. I do usually have things like anti freeze and the differential fluid and gear oil changed at a shop.

[@joshuaschneider3591]

Poor is more... I grew up holding tools and being scolded for putting the light where I could see, but not my father. Now I automatically assume I will be tackling a repair. If only things would stop breaking in the dead of winter when the probability of skinning knuckles and not feeling my toes is almost certain!😅 On a side note, I almost caved and let the dealer work on my nonfunctional DEF system last winter. Once the service guy said they simply replace the entire system due to them not being worth the time to diagnose, I limp- moded mine back home and set to work learning how to diagnose a completely computerized system. It was frustrating, but my kids got to help and see their old man persevere through a difficult task. I also learned a country neighbor is an electrical engineer who has a lift and a heated shop! He was able to confirm much of what I had done, and he discovered the final bug I was missing... a loose wire! All to say working on your own equipment isn't easy, but it shapes you for the better. It also helps to shape the next generation by getting them involved in problem solving and learning to keep your cool under stress. Mechanics are great, but what we trade in the name of convenience often robs us of the opportunity to run towards struggle...

[@digdrivediy]

Very well put! I should have included this in the dialogue of the video. I feel exactly the same way and have tackled almost every myself. Rebuilt the transmission in the red ranger shown in this video by watching KZbin and downloading a manual. Many other DIY adventures just out of having a frugal attitude. Thanks for the contribution!

[@SpicerDesignsLLC]

I trust no one. Always do my own maintenance. Great video Neil!

[@digdrivediy]

Right on! Thanks Kyle 👍🏻

[@DougBunn-m6p]

I have been to an oil change location about 5 times at most. I’m 76 and been driving my own car/truck/van since 16. I have the advantage of working with my dad at his garage as a kid so changing oil was a usual thing since maybe I was 9 or 10. It is extremely hard for me to allow someone else to even look under the hood. I applaud you.

[@mmathis3947]

Glad to have you here in my backyard Neil fishing is great at Norris. Haven't got to fish there in a while though with all mt fishing tournaments being at Watts Bar. Hope you guys have a great trip and look forward to the next video

[@brianworley7705]

Good morning Neil, I do most common maintenance, however a couple of times, with my wife's suggestion, we have opted for an oil change or brakes via a shop, mostly due to a lack of a covered place or solid floor to work from. Typically do oil changes myself and most other filters, etc. Only one brake job we paid to have done due to complexity of it. We are glad we didn't end up tackling that one outselves. We just couldn't and can't typically afford to pay a shop to do maintenance and simple repairs. Thabk you for the video. Oh, i like the Scout IIs in the video. We own a '72 1210 tryck a previous owner abused and converted to a flatbed. Good durable truck that serves us well. We have been very blessed.

[@hummmingbear]

I love changing my own oil, easy way to save and only takes me 15min. One thing that has made it super easy and less messy was a Fumoto valve. Replaced my drain plug with it and now I just unlock the valve and the oil comes out.

[@jimalderman8666]

Just a tech tip that I learned from someone years ago and I like to share, is to use a rubber hose and attach it over tip end of the spark plug and lower into the hole and twist to get the threads started. Once threads started just pull off the hose and torque the plug down.

[@digdrivediy]

Great tip! I knew that and have forgot already!

[@JohnR9965]

Spark plug socket with magnet saves a step.

[@1bcordell]

@@JohnR9965 I agree. Plus, you can get a better feel for how well it's threading. A rubber hose wouldn't give you the tactile sensation of threading.

[@hollandduck79]

Hello from the Netherlands Koch Family . I try to do all my car maintenance/minor repairs (no airbag or ABS or Safety systems) myself. This way you have and keep basic knowledge for breakdowns on the road. And it saves you a lot of money and time. Tip for putting those spark plugs back in : put a small piece of tissue paper between the spark plug and the socket wrench so the spark plug doesn't fall out, when you have secured the spark plug, pull the socket wrench off and either the paper comes with it or you blow it out with an air blow or just a drinking straw thanks for the video Neil. Kind regards, Hollandduck

[@HazzyME]

I hope you had a great time with the family on vacation. I’m sure you’ll tell us about it next Sunday.

[@BretteCaldwell]

I just changed the oil in my 2012 F-250 6.2 gas this morning. Growing up my parents always took the trucks to the dealership for everything. When I got my F-250 (my first truck) I wanted to put the best quality items, and make sure it was done right. The dealerships don’t always do it right, like a few times they put the wrong type of oil in the truck, put a shock upside down, overnighting the drain plug with a impact thus stripping threads. Besides it is a valuable skill and satisfaction keeping your truck in great shape, and knowing you did it. With the knock try a thicker oil than manufactured call for since higher mileage. Example- calls for 5w-20 put 5w-30. That’s exactly what I have done in my F-250, no more lifter tick. As engines get wear the tolerances are not as fine as new, thus needing a “thicker wedge” to still maintain proper lube between parts. The old timers used to know this and some times put diesel oil in a gas engine when really high mileage. I’m glad I found this out at 22. Really enjoy your videos, God bless y’all!

[@netposerx]

My dad wasn't a mechanic nor was he into cars but he did teach me the basics of auto ownership. Back in the early 80s I remember changing oil, spark plugs, breaks and even installing a new stereo. I learned all this on a Chevy Chevette. Now I change my own oil mainly because the price has tripled in the past few years,

[@digdrivediy]

Nice! I had a Chevette in college.

[@scottfurlong5475]

Greeting from Torbay, Newfoundland. I literally get a jolt of excitement when a new DDD video pops up because its just so darn relatable. I do all of my own repairs, maintenance and home improvement tasks. It's always been hard for me to pay someone to do something I'm perfectly capable of doing. At some point, I fugure I'll eventually pay someone to do things but everything just keeps getting more expensive. I've been watching your channel since you started the pond and the content is excellent no matter what you choose to film. Whether it's about heavy equipment; work; home improvement or just a short story about your family, I enjoy and appreciate it all. Keep doing what you're doing and if I'm lucky, I'll see you next time!

[@somejake7]

As a full-time mechanic, I love it when people learn to do things by the book and take care of what they can especially when it's things like this. The concept is the same as it used to be just with more electronics in the way. Great job with the service! You may also have an ignition coil going out. That would cause the knocking.

[@goptools]

Hi Neil. For my daily driver, I go to a drive through place for oil changes. I like the ease of it, and I can't seem to find the exact synthetic oil that's called for. It is around $100 for that service, and I don't even get out of the car. For my project truck, I change the oil myself because, with 360K on it, it's more important to have oil in it than to be picky about using the exact right oil. I can always find something suitable. Hope vacation goes smoothly this year!

[@MasonL-qs7vy]

Your videos are the highlight of my my Sunday morning. A little coffee and quiet watching this weeks installment before the the family wakes up! Thanks for what you do!

[@astonmcleod5344]

My neighbour serviced his suv, when it came to trade in, the price was woeful, due to the logbook not being stamped by an approved mechanic.

[@br549rdr]

Absolutely love your channel. I hope you and your family have a wonderful vacation. Safe travels. 😇🙏🏻

[@nickp.9168]

Hi Neil. My wife and I and our 3 kids moved from Washington State to Monclova, Ohio about 5 years ago. Shortly after the move I saw you guys on MORR. Started watching you ever since! I like watching your projects and your ‘outdoorsy’ lifestyle even in our extremely flat part of the country:) Definitely a bit harder to find outdoor activities in NW Ohio than in WA:). I drive a 2019 F150 with the 5.0 and 10 speed. I did buy the OZ tune for the transmission shift points and it’s quite a difference! I do try to run at least 89 octane but it likes 91 or 93 better too. These motors have 12:1 compression and make great power but need that higher octane fuel to resist that ‘spark knock’. Looks like this has been mentioned a few times but figured our elevation and climate was similar so figured I’d share my experience with the 5.0. Thanks again for the great videos!

[@aconnelly9534]

Hey Neil. I have the exact same truck 2018 5.0L with the same knock on acceleration. This engine burns oil due to an over vacuum in the top end on deceleration when the throttle plate closes, the PCV valve cant handle the vacuum and therefore oil is drawn past the piston rings causing carbon buildup which causes pre-ignition. Ford, to my knowledge has some updates to fix this issue to a degree. A friend of mine who is a mechanic sprayed sea foam top engine cleaner into my engine while hot and running, we let it soak for several hours and the knock is gone. For now at least. Hope this helps. Cheers

[@johnbyrne341]

I replaced the factory drain plug on our 2018 expedition with a ronin factory drain plug and never make a mess definitely worth checking out.

[@kenblankenship4436]

It’s a good feeling when you do something yourself plus save some money. For me I do everything from oil changes to engine rebuilds. It’s my happy place and for me very relaxing. Great job.

[@speedracer5721]

When you pull out the drain plug next time pull it out a little bit let it drain slowly be patient and slowly pull it out a little more be patient it will eventually all drain out instead of pulling the plug out fast and all the oil splashes out on the sway bar and make a big mess.

[@JimHill-e8z]

Hi Neil, Nice video on maintaining your truck and your history of vehicles. I notice on the video when you put the tire blocks on, the rear tires were worn down pretty good. I had to rewind the video several times to catch it. Maybe it’s the video. Just a suggestion but I would recommend having the tires change out as soon as possible. People don’t realize the stress on tires can be. Even pulling small load trailer. Glad you made it to your destination safely. Take care. 👊

[@77vette350]

Ohh boy the lovely 5.4L spark plug change. Probably the worst weekend of my life!! :D I have a 2013 F150 now and those plugs are much easier! It's always nice when you can do things yourself. Rewarding and cost efficient. Love the vids Neil!

[@jasone679]

My 20 yr old son is a mechanic so he has taken over all maintenance and repairs on all our vehicles and farm equipment which is such a huge help to me.

[@jaybrown7177]

Don't forget your cabin air filter. Will help immensely with quality of air. Fan runs quieter as well.

[@gregstapleton6849]

Don't believe f150's have a cabin filter

[@frontball2754]

Your old one wouldn’t have. F150's from 1997 to 2014 for sure don’t, but I believe he's right that the new ones do. It’s behind the glove box I think.

[@jaybrown7177]

I'm a Chevy man but a big fan of DDD. Was not aware that some Fords did not have cabin air filters.

[@GenXmember]

@@frontball2754I have a 2011 F150 Lariat with heated and cooled seats. There’s a filter for that system.

[@SusanPoersch-rd7bj]

Great video. Hope you guys had a good time at Norris Lake. I'm from Chattanooga. 😎

[@cwy31]

I just installed a 2 post car lift in my barn so I can change my own oil and save some money. Best $5000 I’ve ever spent.

[@williamtuttle7285]

I change my own oil and only save about $40 bucks but it is kinda gratifying and gives me the piece of mind it was done correctly.

[@leedun7]

Great video, as always. I'm 61 and have always done my own basic mant. Oil, filters, plugs, breaks, etc. Plan to keep doing it as long as I can. Kinda love it 😊

[@jeffreybaker2687]

You done forgot the kitchen sink LOL. I have always done my own maintenance on my vehicles, and yes it saves a considerable amount of money, and more importantly I know it is done right.

[@mattshell7753]

Thanks so much. My 2018 F150 with 80,000 I'm thinking replacing plugs, and starting to due oil changes myself so your video sure helped. Love your video s weekly

[@michaelserres3604]

I have a Tesla so I’ll change oil in about another 50000 km. :). I did have a series of used cars that needed lots of TLC, replaced mufflers,installed stereos, fixed holes. I live in Canada so changed from all-seasons to winters and back for many years. It’s good to get your hands dirty once in a while so you understand how a car breaks and what to do to fix it.

[@Mr_Timi1]

I hate it when you have to pull a bunch of stuff off to get to what you need to work on. For a while it was only 5 bucks more to have someone else change the oil, now I'm back to doing it myself. Happy Sunday everyone.

[@SteveSherman-jp1dz]

And you can't trust that they will even do an oil change properly.

[@ALZ2526]

Like you I would do all my own work but now with all electronics my fear is high. Neil you give me courage great job

[@brianh3347]

I've always taken my vehicles to have the oil changed, but with inflation, it's up to $100+ per vehicle. You may have just inspired me to do it myself from now on.

[@GKmano52]

I feel your pain trying to get to those back 2 coil packs, I had a 5.4 l Triton back in the day and it brought back memories of climbing in the engine compartment. Good job! It was worth it

[@dizzystick9]

Always do my own maintenance on my vehicles however I grew up working on cars and worked at dealerships and shops for 20+ years so I learned a lot and have a little edge. However, you bring up a good point as sometimes as we get older our body don't agree with getting under the hood or under the truck to do things lol. That may sometimes get me to pay someone else to do some of the easy cheaper things. If you are pulling the trailer don't forget about the transfer case and the front and rear diffs.

[@c.hawley7615]

I have a 2019 F150 with the 5.0 and I also have that slight engine tick even at only 55,000. I was told by a Ford tech that it's an inherent characteristic of that engine. I found when I switched to e85 the ticking was greatly reduced. After watching this I'm going to be upgrading my spark plugs and possibly even the coil packs. Always loved doing my own maintenance whenever possible and can't wait to teach my son and daughter to do theirs. Love the videos, keep up the great work!

[@tylerdaavettila5148]

I also have a 19 F150 I switched to E85 and 5w30 and it was alot quieter

[@markpayne3029]

Great Video! I do all my own maintenance work on my vehicles (5 total). I’m an old avionics guy and I just enjoy working on motors (any type) for therapy. Enjoy your vacation

[@guyina4x499]

Nice to see somebody diy spark plugs, basic maintenance is so satisfying. Hood open, no remote start for safety.

[@jefftaylor5724]

I do all my own repairs. Have 3 sons in the automotive mechanic world, so if I run into issues, they usually help me diagnose issues. In the Ford world, I like to use FORSan. It's a laptop diagnostic tool with an online forum. I believe it is the European version similar to what is used here in the us by Ford technicians. It has saved me countless hours of research time and a must have for any Ford guy.

[@rustyul]

Like Neil, I learned how to work on cars out of necessity. I could barely afford gasoline and oil. Paying a mechanic was not possible. My first major repair was replacing the timing gears on my 1973 Olds Cutlass when it left me stranded in my Tech School parking lot in Ft. Wayne up around Neil's area. No KZbin University then, but several automotive minded students helped me diagnose and I fixed it one rainy Saturday by myself. Today I recondition 10th generation Thunderbirds and there isn't anything I haven't disassembled and reassembled. It is a skill that has served me well over the decades. Great video once again Neil!

[@digdrivediy]

That's a cool story! Thanks for sharing.

[@jjffarmsjoshuaflees911]

Born and raised on a farm, always been changing oil myself because like you said it saves a guy a couple extra dollars... boy your truck fits right in with the others

[@davidmcclellan4621]

Grew up broke and haven't progressed much past that. I do my own work out of necessity. It's taught me a lot!

[@timleuliette899]

Something to recommend for the oil change. I have a RAM, but same issue with the swaybar being in the way when the oil comes out and it sprays.... EVERYWHERE! I took a small piece of sheet metal (4"x6" aluminum I had laying around) and bent one of the short ends into a 'V', then tape the flat end to the underside of the oil pan. Lets the oil flow over the swaybar and off the end of the V. Might help you in the future to reduce the mess. Also, on a FORD, the remote start will not work with the hood open.

[@jasonmaxfield6y312]

Hope you enjoyed your vacation. Enjoyed the video. Nice savings by DIY!

[@carolynhogan6816]

I accidentally started collecting all the old car tools I even had a wooden steering wheel. I gave them all to my son to keep. They have them on display in their shop. And yes that air pump I believe is Model T. Maybe they made one and used for both! I see a lot of folks renting vacation houses now. And bringing a trailer is pretty clever on your part. We are now on our 8th travel trailer. This one #8 like number 7 sleep “2” me and the husband. Have a good week and we will see you next Sunday!

[@chuckh5031]

You were smart getting the 5.0, still have cam phaser issues but far better than the f150 turbo engines. Gear wrench has very nice magnetic sparkplug sockets.

[@Ede74]

hey Neil, congratz on 250k subscribers.. awesome!! Well deserved vacation ;) Greetings from germany

[@digdrivediy]

Hey, thanks!

[@shibby4389]

Your remote start wasn't working because the hood was open. Any remote start has what's called a dead man switch that won't let the remote start function when the hood is open. This is to protect the mechanic from accidental remote start button presses. Imagine having your hand's right into the fan and they keys in your pocket and you accidentally bump the remote start while you're leaning in there. Anyways, in our family shop when you bring a vehicle in for service, put the keys under the driver seat and roll the windows down (to prevent accidentally locking the keys in).

[@IowaKim]

It is amazing how you learn your vehicle so much more when you do your own routine maintenance. You not only save money through parts, but you save money by understanding how your specific vehicle works, for future problems.

[@chew643]

I like spending a little time under the hood of my vehicles. I still do most maintenance up to say level 7 .... Lol

[@ITBlanka]

I'd say if we're luck we'll see you next one 🙂 Your videos are always a breeze to watch, time flies.

[@alainacallahan5030]

I had a 1979 Datsun 210 that had a thermostat problem. Dad taught me to change my own oil, filter, and thermostat. He never wanted his daughter at the mercy of anyone. So grateful for his attitude and all he taught me.

[@noyopacific]

The last time I changed my own oil was when I taught my daughter how to do it about 12 years ago. Now she changes it for me. She can also change a tire which she has done for friends several times. She can drive a stick shift too and can even power shift (shift gears without using the clutch.) My sweet girl even caught 3 Walleye and a 28 inch Northern Pike off the dock at our cabin last week !!! 😍

[@johnnylindsey5808]

I have been doing mechanic work for 50 years you done a good job

[@scottmole7819]

I,m 57 still do my oil changes & basic maintenance. I also taught my kids(2 girls 1 boy) to do all their own oil changes and basic maintenance. One of my girls still does her own breaks & tire rotations also then calls me to let me know. 😂 she is always so happy when she accomplishes these tasks.

[@iowafox2206]

About a month and a half ago now I picked up a 2014 Ford F150 xlt with the 5.0 206k from the original owner. I have to say for being the newest truck I've ever owned it is easy to do basic maintenance to which is real nice. I had to do pads and rotors all around. I will need to do the front passenger cv axle here eventually. But even that doesn't seem to hard to do at all from the KZbin videos I've seen. And doing all this definitely is saving me ALOT of money vs the shop doing it all.

[@matthewnelson5472]

Those appeared to be the original factory installed spark plugs. Good to get them out!

[@troypayne3398]

Neil. good video. number one to raising your truck. Wouldn't start is because you had to hood up. That's a safety feature. So if the key is in your pocket and your hands are inside the engine bay, it won't start. Second of all, you might want to try to see if you have a cabin air filter. on that truck. I was lucky with my father being a mechanic. You've learned to do to work yourself. If you have more than one auto parts store shop around, sometimes you can find a little cheaper than the other one. And if you're going to do the oil changes yourself. Go online, see who has a case of oil filters that are reasonable price. And then here and there by bay your oil. And when you're ready, the only thing you've got to do is to. Go to the shelf and pull your stuff. Keep it up and you and your family be safe.

[@brockwagner939]

The next time you cant find your spark plug socket, use a piece of appropriately sized fuel line or rubber hose to slide over the spark plug to start the plug by hand, then finish with a socket.

[@Renville80]

It is incredible how complex engines have become. I know the basics of car maintenance and remember my dad doing oil changes in the alley behind our house in the small town we lived in, but now the only thing I do for myself anymore is changing the two air filters. Progress? I try and keep a copy of one of the 'shade tree mechanic' books on hand for whatever vehicle I own so I know what's involved with various component replacements. I remember with my previous car you actually had to remove the intake manifold to get at the starter (which unfortunately gave out on me at one point)! And even, to remove that manifold you ALSO had to drain the coolant because one passage is through the throttle portion! :eyeroll:

[@royevans7793]

I do all the maintenance on all my vehicles (truck, tractor, ATV) and what repairs I'm capable of doing myself. I need to change the oil in my tractor, but am waiting to do it with my 6 year old grandson. Never too early to teach this stuff to the younger generation!

[@puirYorick]

Disposing of the dirty oil was what kept me from doing a second oil change on my first and only new car myself. That and the fact I could get a garage to do it for under twenty bucks (parts included) in under ten minutes back then. At today's prices, I don't know how regular people cope.

[@milesharlan1]

Thank you for the extra details with the spark plugs of today w the coil & explaining the difference of older vehicles.. I chg oil & airfiler along w cabin filter.. I do chg coolant for the cars too. I pay for everything else. Thanks again. Keep Uo The Good Work (KUTGW)

[@rirebel6029]

I'm so glad I grew up the way I did on the farm learning to fix stuff and with dirtbikes and quads that if I wanted to ride them I had to fix them!!! I'm mid 30s now and my son knows how to do the oil on all the vehicles because I have shown him the way. It blows my mind to see "men" my age or younger that have no clue where anything is on their vehicle , they couldn't even change a flat if their life depended on it . Where I grew up changing a tire or oil change was expected to be common knowledge for both boys or girls . Same with driving a manual most everyone I knew had to prove to their parents they could drive a manual transmission vehicle incase they found themselves at a party with the person that drove them there drunk and they had a manual ( this was b4 cell phones were super common to call for another ride ) it makes a lot of sense