It's OVER…DEAD before 300K! Last AD-Venture! 2002 Chevrolet Venture 3.4

[@applicationuser9764]

I think it would be neat if at the end of videos like this you tell us what the customer decided to do.

[@ianriggs]

Yes definitely if he knows at the time of posting

[@spelunkerd]

Or even a pinned comment to add to the details that come out after the video is published.

[@Fordgroup00]

Yeah

[@ianriggs]

@@spelunkerd ya good idea too

[@vincentgotter4669]

As someone owned a 2003 model. My biggest fear was the transmission would go out and I would have junk. I sold that pig off before that happened. What I'm trying to say is the car is junk like Ray said it would take far more money and resources than the vehicle is worth, unfortunately.

[@mike.47]

First thing I do when watching Ray is to hit the like button 👍🏼

[@brentbosworth8845]

Same here !

[@Invisibleman7]

Same here🇬🇧

[@chriss9360]

I legit like every video he posts soon as I click on them too 😂

[@ianmcleod8898]

I've often slammed the like button 2 seconds in. I have been known to commit the crime of letting it slide a few minutes only cause Ray side tracked me early with fantastic video footage!

[@jackmoerman7245]

I always hit the like button before I watch the video

[@jimmeade2976]

Ray is not only an excellent mechanic, he is an excellent teacher. The way he explains things ... to us ... and to his assistants... very professional.

[@inspectorjavert5563]

Troy is learning so much from Ray. He's even learning how to loosen up a little bit.

[@robpeabo509]

Congratulations on breaking the 500K subscriber threshold! It doesn't seem all that long ago when you hit 100K Ray. Keep the video's coming!!

[@PapiDoesIt]

My 2003 Venture did the same thing at 180K miles. It was the shift cable. Thirty minutes later it was back in business. Sucks that this one's transmission died because these were incredibly reliable vehicles. Mine lasted a ridiculously long time with few problems.

[@zenoslayer9618]

Having owned a 2003 venture van at 260000 miles sold it to a son for 1000$ it still going strong . Worth saving 3.4 engine is great. Can't replace its utility for what Trans would cost

[@riveneva1519]

That’s what I was thinking - considering the cost of a replacement vehicle these days automatically scrapping an older vehicle because of a transmission or engine problem requires reconstruction now, especially if a replacement unit can be sourced from the wrecking yard. Whether the customer can afford the repair is another issue.

[@riveneva1519]

Reconsideration, not reconstruction. Words! 😂

[@georgekretschmann6768]

Troy doesn't know how lucky he is having a mentor like yourself.

[@truepennytv]

Through you, I've gotten a little side hustle going doing automotive work on the side, after years of doing my own work. It's fun, and between you and my great-uncle I have great role models for not only the best ways to go about many jobs, but also the transparency, honesty, and uprightness that so many shops are lacking. I've stolen a few customers from one particular shop in my city that charges absolutely absurd prices ($200 USD just to try to diagnose a problem - let along fix it! I told that person to not pay that price and i'm doing her valve cover gasket after diagnosing it for a much lower price of zero dollars) and it feels good to be helping others avoid the less-than-honest businesses.

[@TheFrenchPug]

Don't shops charge diagnostic fees so the customer doesn't decline the repair and then have someone like you fix it cheaper or do it themselves?

[@chrishayden7016]

Some charge a high fee and then deduct that fee from an inflated cost to repair. So you THINK you're getting a 'deal'.

[@tonyd506]

I had a Pontiac Montana and had overheating issues. After removing the heads I found the bank on the firewall had a damaged head gasket. Basically the left cylinder has a coolant hole close to that piston and the material wore out. When the engine was running, it was pumping air into the coolant passages and coming out the overflow. Because the coolant would become low, it would overheat. New head gaskets and it ran like a champ for many more years.

[@paulmoffat9306]

It may be good to install a rebuilt transmission as the 'bones' look good (low/no corrosion in the frame), and if the engine is in good shape (needs a timing belt/chain?). Bonus -> NEW tires!. A tranny is about $3-4K, a new van is 10 Times that, used is about 5 Times.

[@atikovi1]

Dude, the engine, suspension, steering, brakes and most everything mechanical on it still have 285,000 miles.

[@billjamison2877]

YUP! I always press the like button BEFORE watching the video because Ray's videos are ALL GREAT! As far as the van goes (apparently it's not going anywhere) I think the owners got their dollar value out of this beast.

[@rodneywise6413]

Yep. First thing I do is like. That way I know I’ve seen it, too. Sometimes I get backed up, and I’ll binge watch.

[@MrJpiarull]

Glad to hear you're feeling better man - I like your videos to be sure you get the best visibility here

[@herbparker685]

My Friend has a riding mower with a push bar in the front so he can easily bring cars in to his shop

[@Clearanceman2]

I've had metal paste on my 95 accord drain plug for 150,000 miles. Even if I change it in 10000-12000 miles. Shifts ok with maxlife in it.

[@richardsmith2721]

We've got a pool on when Troy actually addresses the viewers on camera.

[@TonicofSonic]

Ignoring the camera is his way of doing exactly that. The kinda guy you can enjoy a beer with without all the 90's valley girl style yapping.

[@emmettturner9452]

Assist Unit.

[@sveinfarstad3897]

@@emmettturner9452 Yes "Assist Unit!" perfect!! you are good Turner!

[@KDBHonda256]

8.5k views in under 45 minutes.. soon this channel revenue will outweigh the shop lol. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and processes with us all. God Bless ya

[@deejlldoit]

🇬🇧hello from afar ! Thanks to you I’ve just plucked up the courage to change the oil, oil filter, fuel filter air filter and spark plug on my sit on lawnmower it’s now running like a dream. Thanks Ray

[@kevincurry4735]

Good morning Ray. Glad you are feeling better. These vans last a long time. I had a co worker that has the exact van right down to the color. She had over 200k herself. It’s a pusher. Transmission has gone to a better place. 😔

[@DainSmart-vm7pc]

Do you mean colour not color my friend 🇬🇧👍

[@kevincurry4735]

Love it. You turned the colour of my face a little red in embarrassment from my mistake. 😊

[@sillylilpuppy]

@@DainSmart-vm7pc i hate europeans and you are the reason

[@DainSmart-vm7pc]

@@kevincurry4735 it was a British/American joke we spell it colour America spell it color so they are both spelt correctly 😁come man it was a joke not an insult. Forgive me 🙏

[@kevincurry4735]

@@DainSmart-vm7pc I knew it was a joke. I thought it was very funny something I would do if given the opportunity. 😅

[@JohnBrown-cz7ww]

I got a idea, put the fog lights up on e-bay, like new old pos van included.

[@secretmountainlaboratory]

Glad to see you still running this channel after leaving the shop you worked for.

[@TonicofSonic]

Content keeps getting better. No more crappy music playing in the backround. I am sure he appreciates that even more than we do.

[@LiveFreeOrDieDH]

I do miss the do-dee-doos though 😂

[@keithcurtis6671]

@@LiveFreeOrDieDH I am still hoping he puts in an identical sounding ringer for his phone in his shop!

[@saltycreole2673]

Raymond is like the Tucker Carlson of the mechanic world. 😊

[@saltycreole2673]

​@@LiveFreeOrDieDH Me. Too.

[@derekhobbs1102]

Mid 90's Holdens with the 4L60-E transmissions would need reconditioning about every 75,000 miles. I knew some people that put 3 or 4 in them over term of ownership.

[@emersonbiggens1502]

Being from Michigan, I cant believe that old of a mini-van still has rear quarters, and doors that aren't rusted completely out.

[@jameskennedy673]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍for taking us on a Transmission Venture today. Enjoyed the jump boxing, Venture pushing, featuring Troy Unit & Wife Unit plus Ray. We always enjoy watching you having yourself a great day

[@williampope3531]

BTW, Ray, if you would periodically (say at the end of each day) clear the tools accumulated on your bench and rolling tool cart and put them away in their homes as you wipe them clean, the you would be able to find that 10mm socket right away when you need it instead of having to send out search parties or go on a scavenger hunt.

[@keithcurtis6671]

10mm sockets never stay where they belong or where they were left.

[@michaelmcclure8673]

I saw a extra 10 mm on my desk. I think it bluetooth its way here. Lol😅😅😅😅😊

[@michaelpressman7203]

When working in the shop with other people sometimes people borrow tools and forget where they came from! Have a great day

[@markswartz5660]

It used to be the 1/2” socket. Now it’s the 10mm.

[@williampope3531]

@@michaelpressman7203 Having worked in a dealership's shop and military installation [USAF] (some 40+ years ago) with multiple other mechanics, someone was only allowed to forget where they borrowed a tool one time. After that, it was impressed on them physically to not forget. The resultant contusions and bruises were significant enough that the lesson was never forgotten by the perpetrator nor by any witnessing bystanders.

[@RexMcgregor-l7h]

I only watch Ray's repairs and I like everyone that I watch. He's the most complete mechanic I've ever seen on KZbin!

[@brentcowen9848]

Missed you for a while Ray. I’m glad to be back my friend

[@helenault7452]

In my experience, the Venture/Montana trans generally would start to show wear symptoms around 200-220K (occasionally earlier) but would generally remain mostly functional until about 240-250K. Really harsh upshifts were the usual warnings that it was time to either look for a trans or look at replacing the vehicle.

[@kd7cwg]

My 01 silhouette is at 253k and still going. Got an involuntary trans fluid exchange around 170k due to a failed axle seal 🤣🤣 01 and earlier 4t65e’s got a non hardened 4th gear clutch hub and the teeth strip off. Fun fact, the entire ls4 engine cradle from the impala ss is a direct bolt in. Makes a v8 sleeper swap easy 🤣

[@DreamGrandDragon]

I just sent my Oldsmobile silhouette to the crusher with 313,000 miles on it tranny it popped the head gasket It was shifting so hard towards the end he would almost spend the tires in first gear, but it was still going through the gears😂

[@bobby9195]

Good morning Mr Ray hope y'all have a great day, 😁 I watched the video on this van, was impressed about the mileage on it. Must have been one heck of a work van

[@generalkissov5852]

Normally I never sign in to YT but since you asked...I added a "LIKE" and I mean it!...a like that is. Now I have to exit my browser (Brave) to clear all cache/history. I'll be back to finish watching once I'm anonymous again.

[@Pdblee]

Well it’s late for me 23:00 hrs and you have already well over 21K so congratulations 🎉 but no DOOR today 😢.

[@emmettturner9452]

I could use several parts from his van. Visors, lift gate interior pull handle, high-mount rear brake light, rear washer fluid motor, caps for the wiper arms, clips that hold a plastic cover over the wiper transmission, and on and on and on… and that’s after ordering a ton of stuff last week.

[@emmettturner9452]

Already replaced side view mirrors, grille (used the exact same pre-2001 Chevy Venture grill), thermostat, tstat housing, PCV hose, radiator hoses, headlight housings, marker light housings, window regulator, prop rod retainer, windshield (!), switch bank for locks and windows, fuel pump, various fasteners and trim pieces, turn signal sockets, tail light assembly, etc

[@stevo4649]

Tyres,👍👍

[@emmettturner9452]

@@stevo4649 Definitely!

[@bradhaines3142]

​@@stevo4649 tires*

[@richardjones8598]

​@@bradhaines3142 only to those that don't speak English.... Tire is the American spelling

[@stevenknowlesjr4008]

Love watching your videos every day I'm disabled I have a 03 has 126 has a intake leaking valve covers transmission fluid is black was changed 5 times it's burnt up waiting for it to die hoping it will last till summer the repairs are To expensive

[@BillFromAZ]

good thing you have Troy to help with pushing vehicles.

[@peternicholson4311]

Hate fixing cars but your posts are great love your attitude

[@catjackson4293]

Ray, that may have been transmission pump noise rather than pwr steering we heard when you started it.

[@Dave.76]

How’s that for an algorithm Ray👍👍 You were hoping for 5k of likes currently sitting at 20k. The viewing population continues to grow. Keep up the good work👍

[@simonworthington3330]

Hello wife unit as you did a great job. Yes smash that door as you wont fix the issue.. That sounded a rough ride for sure.

[@davidhenderson585]

Check out Street Smart Transmission in Florida. That van may have a 4T45E trans. I got one for 1370.00. 3 years ago and it works great still.3 years, unlimited mileage warranty. Just saying. Cheaper than a new vehicle

[@emmettturner9452]

Noooooo! I drive the Pontiac version of this same van (2000 Pontiac Montana), given to me by a friend after a tornado crushed my car. Can’t bear to see this one die. Still suffering from the flu myself too (tested negative for COVID-19).

[@HeleneandTom]

My husband and I love watching your shows every night.. Great Job Ray!!

[@WM2869]

I push the like button even before playing the video because I know it’ll be great content, and as always have yourself a beautiful day!

[@dotar9586]

I always wait until Ray shows the green "subscribe" button. Just to screw with his algorithm calculations. 😈

[@chrischreech5869]

Glad you're feeling better ray

[@micahrogers4928]

Ray has found the forbidden glitter in this one.

[@davidzajano1983]

I know how Ray hates to waste time and nothing is a worse time waster than cleaning metal bits off of a magnet. My tip of the day is to insert the tip of the magnet into the finger of a vinyl glove then drag it across the surface that you suspect may have ferrous contaminants. The magnet on the inside will pick up the metal bits on the outside. Pull the magnet out of the glove and it's still clean.

[@garynewell6947]

good day to you Ray another amazing video Ray the content is outstanding love it but the most important thing is to have yourself a great day

[@yy4uman]

OOOOOH! Sparkly trans fluid! Probably poured from a blue can. Just trying to help you with engagement. Transmission over.

[@nancywhitaker7565]

Ray, Congratulations on over 500K. I always hit the like button before watching the video. Door of death doesn't brother me any more as Ray had done the drive thru so mant times. Glad your feeling better Ray. 😊🙏

[@bobh6728]

The socket is under the hood of the car from a couple of videos ago.

[@pattonpending7390]

Do I sense a Rainman Ray's and Precision Transmission collaboration video? YES PLEASE!

[@beezul]

It's around 1,500 miles between their shops, so probably not going to happen. Not to a junker van anyway.

[@waterloo123100]

Richard doesn’t even do KZbin anymore. Most people don’t want to rebuild a 4t65e that has 300k unfortunately

[@wwjoshdew]

Haha. I literally said that and then started to scroll through the comments!

[@RainmanRaysRepairs]

I dunno about that. Precision Transmissions used to Troll my videos to tell me that I sucked wt my job . It was about a year ago. I’m wondering it was the son. Either way, I don’t think that channel likes me very much. 🤷‍♂️

[@wwjoshdew]

@@RainmanRaysRepairs oh no! I’m sorry to hear that. I’m a KZbinr myself (half your channel size) and dealt with that myself. Sucks when two people don’t get along. Or one party is mean towards the other. Thanks for the info.

[@CityShadow9888]

Troy needs to stop being so camera shy. I would love to work with you shit that's a blessing in disguise. We love you Troy! We love you to Ray don't worry he can't replace you no matter how good he is LOL. OGs are always going to be the best.

[@ahoytheremate1954]

G/Day Ray im old school mate i have no sensors just get in my car and drive and my mechanic tunes it up every 90 days jobs done mate cheers

[@mjjr1000]

9:50 if you get a long ratchet strong arm and wheel nut socket then use that to move the van/people carrier by the passenger side wheel nut for forwards and drivers for reverse as if you’re tightening it…. Moves them well easy - i use a ratchet strong arm and socket because flangies and brake callipers don’t mix trying by hand to rotate.

[@bobimbordino3024]

I’m shocked that the van lasted 270k. My mom had an 04 venture & the transmission went out at 188k dispute maintenance on the transmission every 30k miles

[@darrelladams4188]

My input on Ray wrecking auto or shop :::: gonna part of the 3rd bay like he uses it for repairs not needing a lift or sometime after the lift is setup.

[@blahorgaslisk7763]

I hate when I'm sick enough to feel like shit, but well enough to go crazy doing nothing. It's exceptionally irritating when I know that getting up and doing something, like work, will actually make me feel better. I hate that!

[@kg-Whatthehelliseventhat]

Me 2. I'm right there with you.😊

[@jeffschnee1167]

Congrats on the 500k mark!

[@ericbleueldoesstuff9152]

you can add a chain or cable to the cabinet door to stop it from opening past 90 degrees

[@Mike_221]

9:00 Did you scrape that Chrysler with the door 😳

[@jghake]

The company I used to work for had electric car pushers for vehicles that wouldn't move. Maybe something like that could help you save your back!

[@sparksalot4950]

Been in Bosnia for a while, here it's 6 hrs ahead so I can be close to the front to watch !!!

[@rogerfleury3591]

UNKNOWN NUMBER! GOOD MORNING RAY AND THE WIFE UNIT! Along with TROY the new employee! Roger in Pierre South Dakota

[@icuranis4597]

Based on the mileage, experience with this engine and transmission, I would not recommend that the customer throw their money away by fixing this. It's going down a long and sad road of throwing money away. If they choose to proceed, inspect the cylinder walls of the engine first.

[@waterloo123100]

It doesn’t look that bad. I’ve seen those 3.4s with over 400k on them might be worth to throw a used one in for the right price

[@icuranis4597]

@@waterloo123100 That's what we thought when our engine blew up. We replaced with a used engine and it wasn't really any better. We gave the vehicle away after all the nickel and diming.

[@christophermarshall5765]

When I saw the fluid on the dip stick, I knew that trans was screwed. Clutch material chokied filter. .

[@rubinthomas8586]

"I couldn't because of words" I don't know when, but I'm using that.

[@hughhallhh56]

300K - Oh good, I still have 130K to go. That said every winter I do some kind of re and re on something like bearings, control arms, radiator, etc. Costs me about $500 a year to keep the golden goose going. Pretty cheap for something that can haul anything, be used for driving down logging roads, camping, etc, etc. The 3400 is a work horse, tranny not so much.

[@dvddmc]

Congrats on 500K

[@djsi38t]

This is why servicing trans fluid and filter is so important.Some say dont touch it.This will happen if you dont touch it.I suggest every 50k...my dodge owners manual says to do it at 75k as regular scheduled maintenance.Either wai,its best to do it before it gets bad....not after.

[@cdos9186]

Wait really? I constantly hear mixed things like you said, “Don’t change the fluid or filter if it has never been changed before high mileage”. Good or bad idea to change at around 111,000 miles? It has never been changed before….all original fluid and all, on my personal vehicle.

[@spaceflight1019]

A quick search finds lots of transmissions at reasonable prices. Didn't see any rusty metal underneath, so the owner just might spring for a replacement.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Always love watching your videos before I head to the Shop to help my employees being your vid3os come out at 5am for me @Rainman Ray's Repairs

[@colynman]

that is what you call i think the owner neglecting to get transmission fluid flushed and changed when it was suppose to and let it go and this is the result

[@delantel6689]

Keep us updated on what happens.

[@tommymohlen8919]

Congratulations on 500000 subscribers Sir! Here is to another 500000 more 🍻

[@GrantWilliams666]

1,000,000 I can't wait for the day, me and friends will have a piss up.

[@newsnowriversidesgtrock]

Wife units are so nice to have. They are great at reminding you of all the things you forgot, (On purpose, but never tell them that. Always say thanks for reminding me.)

[@ChrisLincolnHomes]

Mine lasted 149K miles then needed to be rebuilt. Place in downtown Sarasota got it done in less than a week. Wasn't cheap but did the trick. I'll be stopping by your place mid to late summer for a trans fluid flush/replacement and brake fluid replacement. Trans will have about 20K miles on it since rebuild and changing the fluid for me is now a priority.

[@waterloo123100]

Never flush it. Drop the pan and replace the filter and fill it with new. Flush machines are bad.

[@ChrisLincolnHomes]

@@waterloo123100 You can't on this particular car. Fluid exchange machines aren't bad, they get all the fluid out including what's in the converter.

[@waterloo123100]

@@ChrisLincolnHomes If pull the return cooler line you do everything that a flush machine can do without needing one. Flush machines push contaminants from the filter to rest of the transmission if you run it backwards. That’s definitely not good.

[@ChrisLincolnHomes]

@@waterloo123100 Better tell Ray that he spent a ton on his and that it's no good. Please stop now.

[@waterloo123100]

@@ChrisLincolnHomes I let ray run his business how he wants to. If you don’t want listen to my advice that’s cool but I’ve been in transmission business for over 10 years and my boss never has needed a flush machine to flush a transmission. Why pay for something you don’t need?

[@nestrac]

Well..A door and whatever dents/scrabes it would make is something that is fairly easy to fix compaired to that brick-wall that suffered a hit from a frontloader at my job.. It happened at my day off and my employer was less than overjoyed about the incident...

[@KentuckyRanger]

This is an abject lesson, why preventative maintenance a MUST!

[@Ka9radio_Mobile9]

I have a 2022 Honda with a CVT and will be trading it in when it hits 60,000 Grand for sure!

[@darrenhorne9332]

Good day to you Ray!

[@tommcintosh7241]

Sucks that I'm states away, son has a 1998 venture with 130,000 miles that's been in a wreck with good motor and transmission! Same as that van 3.4 v6.

[@mjjr1000]

1:07 they’re always very good videos. Yer a natural 👌🏻

[@farrah4424]

When pushing a vehicle, it's easier to grab ahold of the tire and rotate it. For some reason it's easier to move the car that way.

[@jasonjgr8580]

That sucks about the transmission, but 270,000 miles van did its job.

[@joebrumfield2952]

Looking @ interior of some of these beaters I’d want to “ glove up” before getting in vehicle.🤮

[@tomgibson5769]

I had several customers that I would throw a flea bomb in and let sit for 15 minutes before I would let anyone get in it.

[@emmettturner9452]

This one was being used as a work van.

[@Freezinggreece2]

I had to do that for my old focus when I had it. Our apartment complex had a bad bedbug infestation and wouldn't do anything to fix it, so we wound up moving out. Some of the stuff i put in my car certainly had bedbugs and eggs in them, so I left all the invested stuff in my car in Louisiana summer heat for a month or two, alongside a bug bomb. It took care of the problems 👍

[@castinn]

Get a little 4x4 with a push bumper and a tow point on the back. No more slipping in the gravel. Also good for dragging some pos back out of the shop to be hauled away.

[@Rush-gu3ij]

Duelling Doors of Death, that should be a shirt in your merch page.

[@bensgarage8325]

Its great being your own boss and not having to get approval for the indept inspections because there are 50 appointment oil changes for $27.99

[@artillerest43rdva7]

well you got 5X of your 5k ! great video, too bad for the guy’s transmission! it is very bad when you find metal / debris in the filter. there is always something that fails the kills the transport.

[@tdadp]

Raymond, we got to get you a neon clock sign for your shop

[@rrich8371]

The pool is called "RaRa Door O' D". The odds keep changing... but wife unit is 36 to 1 she will not be the one... Troy is pretty close to that... so your the favorite to be the one!

[@Treasacello]

"I couldn't because of words" Can't tell you how many times I've had that problem!

[@terryharvey8627]

As you get older you might consider using the push bumper on your rollback to move cars around.

[@marshallborder9089]

Don't say much , but so enjoy your video's. I'm getting a little too old too do much of these things - keep -m coming .

[@aaronbritt2025]

Based on the amount of clutch material and lack of chunks, I'd say this is a good core for rebuild. Maybe try your hands at it? Not very hard to do, just swapping out worn parts for new parts.

[@maltnz]

The missing 10mm might be from "Busted Wide Open! Spraying Everywhere! 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer"

[@job38four10]

My guess is, that trans fluid was never changed, my next guess is, it will cost 4k to fix, my next guess is, the owner might or might not want the van fixed, that concludes my guess......... PS I hit the like button twice just to show how much I enjoy ramblings, and tip for the day is, anything bad happens always blame it on the new guy..........

[@TonyGingrich]

It's worth the trial, to install a new filter and reassemble. I've "saved" a few trannies that easily. The filters become so clogged that fluid will not flow. That renders the valve body inert, along with the tranny. Fresh clean filter, suddenly everything comes back online and works for another 100K. When the tranny is truly toasted... If you have fluid in motion, you will usually feel the car try to move when in gear. Might even hear some noises. This thing didn't appear to budge, so that tells me there is no fluid flow. That's why I argue it's worth the gamble on a new filter.

[@mabronstevenson5256]

Put return springs on the cabinet doors and that door

[@rustyrobinson8027]

I want to make a strong statement about how much I like this channel thanks again Ray❤

[@RainmanRaysRepairs]

Well received…ty!

[@2509498788]

Some of these older vehicles don't have as much computer issues, I like my 06 caravan,, very good to me,, for 5 years..

[@stevenlatham4397]

It’s amazing how much you’ve grown. I subscribed when you only had about 4,000 subscribers and worked at the GM dealership.