Pesky Driveability Issues Finally Get Resolved..

[@michaelmartin2276]

I had someone bring a Nissan Versa into my shop. They had gotten a spark plug change and new gaskets put on the plastic intake. Just after they left the previous shop it was running awful. Turns out all the other shop did was remove the intake but didn't replace the gasket. They replaced the plugs but with cheap Champions. They also left a blue paper towel which got sucked into the #4 cylinder. I was able to fish it out lucky enough for me ! I put in new plugs and a new silicone gasket. Runs perfectly. When she took it back to the other shop they then told her it needed all 4 coils. She took it to me for a second opinion. After I repaired it properly with the proper parts she again took it back to them and they of course denied everything and blamed me for replacing parts that wasn't needed as they claimed they already did so ! She looked online and found many complaints about pretty much the same thing. I actually went to their shop and confronted them. BTW I just charged her for the parts, no labor or shop fees. A single mom who had difficulty paying the $360 bill she paid at their shop. She actually was able to get her money back by filing a claim with her credit card company. Now I have another good repeat customer and have done more work for her since. My first boss when I was just starting out as a mechanic 45 years ago had a saying. " Be lazy, do the job right the first time" I live by that !

[@_CAT-lg4sr]

Kenny, I hope your wife is feeling better and is on the road to recovery. Thanks for posting another of your informative videos !

[@jeffneumann7274]

You know Kenny, I'll bet there are brilliant surgeons out there that couldn't do what you do. And we put our lives in their hands. Wow! Your videos are quality!

[@Toolaholic7]

I have the long reach and short 1/4 Milwaukee fuel ratchets.The long reach is the only one I had to send out for warranty once.The selector switch would stick on me having to use a pair of pliers to change direction.Was fixed under warranty hassle free

[@bricktop7803]

Nice one Kenny. The problem I've had before is multiple faults hide each other. they do not become apparent, until each fault is fixed. No surprise it had a mis-fire, the faulty fuel pump was hiding the fact it could not fire properly. In all probability they Tech that worked on the vehicle before, did cause a lot of the faults. Why would anyone try to repair a fuel pump. The electronics in each component ensures they are not serviceable. Any competent tech understands this. The vehicle did not throw any codes because the cylinders were all down. If you think of it, any mechanical wear and tear will be factored into the engine management software. If all the cylinders are showing the same performance, it wont throw a code on higher mileage engines. Once you fixed the fuelling issue - then the software can detect something is wrong.

[@deetee3153]

Kenny, audio & video quality is spot on. Great tips too!

[@toomanybikes]

I always brake clean the hole and blow it out before I pull the plug

[@jamesu]

Thanks Kenny. Neglect tends to pile problems up. Have a great day!

[@chucktodd7329]

Kenny put a dab of RTV on the outer end of that broken connector, just enough to hold the connector shut. If you choose a visible "top" position for the dab, the next tech can see it and cut it if the need to open the connector.

[@DavoShed]

What do you mean “In the old days” 🤠 I still have a disy that could use some WD now and then. Well the car did turn 40 this year so I try not to dunk it any more ;)

[@billseay6399]

Hey you are through the car and trucks . Loving the tools that you review too because I use alot of the same

[@jeffneumann7274]

The tips that you generously share are invaluable Kenny. Thanks! Oh, and yes....don't go "bananas" with plastic parts. 😂

[@scottwhitcher265]

Don't go bsnanas on steel parts, either. I've seen too many over tightened, broken parts.Over tightening causes more problems than under tightening does. A good mwchanic shouldn't need to torque everything but if you don't have the experience and a "calibrated forearm", at least you won't break things if you use a torque wrench.

[@crautoguy8384]

I've been trying to figure out who you remind me of since I found your channel. Which I really like You are like-minded simple to the point mechanic like I always try to be. thank you for your videos. But it finally came to me lucky for motor trend. Looks like he could be a brother or a cousin. I say that full's great respect For you both.

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

Love that! Meg, Mrs Wrenching, wants to go to Lucky's place for us to pose together. I like the way he works too. Thanks for your kind words & watching the channel. Keep wrenching 🔧

[@peterwill3699]

Hi,WD saved us when we camped on the beach in RI. We had beach trucks that were exposed to very windy wet conditions and a spray under the distrubuted cap would get us going again

[@schlepandkovacs6019]

Please, use good dielectric grease, like CRC 2-26 instead of WD40 for plugs.

[@Taillighttim26]

With an altered chassis and body and frame extension and possibly wires or connectors being made it's still all the stock engine and ECU programming without those changes to the system can cause weird things to happen seen it in a chassis modified work truck my job had there was always something going on with it. It's the cheap cost you more in the long run but alot of people don't get it it's already there instead having to bring it back in a few months not knowing when it will break down could be at the worst time for it to happen now you might have towing fees the downtime can cost you more than what it would have been while it was there it's not rocket science

[@greggc8088]

If you ever have some weird misfires on a Ford, especially after fixing a misfire or doing engine repair/replacement, perform the Neutral Profile Correction under functional tests of the scan tool. It's their form of cam/crank relearn but makes a world of difference.

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

Thanks for the tech tip! Keep wrenching 🔧

[@CajunShrek]

You can also heat the area of valve cover where insert goes and quickly push insert back in spot using a screwdriver to work plastic back around it

[@christinamoneyhan5688]

Kenny, this brings tears to my eyes to watch any mechanic work today on these vehicles. Just to change a simple spark plug. 🥲

[@davegallucci9327]

Great video Kenny! I just went through almost the same issues. Every time I thought I fixed it another problem would show up. It was on my 2011 e250, 4.6. Runs great now. Keep Wrenching!😊

[@82_KID]

"Mid-throttle bog".. I really should change my air filter. Thank you, Mr. Kenny! I have a somewhat loose intake pipe as well...

[@christinamoneyhan5688]

Ha Kenny, the reason it was labeled W D is that the WD stands for water displacement . That’s why you can spray it into the distributer . I believe it came out of the space programs. 👍🇺🇸😎

[@bobby9195]

Good evening Mr Kenny, it's a tinker with vehicle 😅. All small problems just a bunch of them together. Tinker with this,tinker with that, everything you do makes it run even better 😅😂

[@jthonn]

Another good one Kenny. Like I have said before, I like the little tips and tricks along the way. Thanks for sharing.

[@legionofanon]

I feel like I called the spark plugs being bad on the last video lol I didnt even think about there being COP and one coil being bad, but those plugs def needed replacing antiseize and pipedope, you mostly only need to brush it into the threads, if you cant see the thread profile when brushing it around like I usually do, youve got too much. I use a lot of true blue and alum antiseize at work, and the true blue when thinly brushed into the threads makes a sort of bead on top of what its threaded into, and larger than 2" pip you brush it into both male and female threads and makes the bead on both sides. It seals really well and the saying a little goes a long way really applies

[@mikedayitt]

yes I agree on hardest one first otherwise you have to tighten or put back in again after getting tired and frustrated getting the harder ones out.

[@johnchambers12]

I am very surprised that the oil didn’t cause a misfire on that coil . And was that copper never seize on the spark plug threads or a rust problem?

[@daviddubeck2436]

Great repair. She sounds great traveling down in Mexico.

[@lawrencecavens5760]

At time index 8:22 - This is why you blow off the intake before removing the plenum

[@haneyoakie14]

Yes, I watched that video with great interest. Good job Kenny.

[@arthurbrown277]

Thanks Kenny , you and Scotty K are the only two mechanics I have ever seen using WD-40 or at least some kind of lubricant on parts and I have look at hundreds of videos throughout the years watching so call mechanics working hard trying to put back parts on 🤣😂

[@JettaJack]

Sounds like you had a combination of effects that together summed up to the problem.

[@haneyoakie14]

All Kenny has to do is fix the stuff somebody else “fixed” before.

[@lawrencecavens5760]

But at least it's fixed Right - at least we hope so.

[@haneyoakie14]

@@lawrencecavens5760 the Kenny fix will fix it, if not, we have every confidence that Kenny stands behind his work. My bet is it is ready to go another 100k+

[@glennfields8121]

Good morning brother Kenny. I hope your leg and knee are feeling a bit better since the acupuncture. Kenny, does this particular motor have the long tubes under the valve cover leading to the plugs? The Transit may need to have new valve cover gaskets to stop the leak into the tubes and fouling the plugs and the coils. If it has that, one has to remember that not just the traditional oil leaks onto the exhaust manifolds but if it has the tube design and it likely does, then the oil can leak into the plugs and coils tubes. The valve cover gaskets get extremely hard and brittle from HEAT and would likely have to be replaced every 75,000 to 100,000 miles. I have personal experience with this. Most engines (motors for you brother) have this design since about 1996 forward. Wow Kenny, I'm old since I do remember the olden days using WD ( water dispersant) 40 spraying down the distributor. Those were the good old days. Remember viewers that when thighteng down loose bolts, " You don't have to go bananas!", my brother Kenny says so. At 34:19 I couldn't quite make out what you were saying as a result of your losing track of stuff today. If is was to pray for you, I do that every day! You are the consummate professional and could call this repair a restoration in that you are doing your best to restore the vehicle to like new. You are a good teacher and a highly qualified automotive technician. Hey Kenny, a quick question regarding the use of WD40 on the coil connectors. Would it be better or about the same to use the QD Electrical spray? Kenny, a lot of OEM restorations keep every factory tag and label. To me, I think it looks neater and more finished without all the labels. The only benefit I do find if a label is there such as on a factory vacuum hose which many are not rubber but plastic or a composite and if you need to replace it, the part number is right there. Have fun with the 'lube-a-dube' as it sounds sort of kinky! LOL Don't you find that when you are nearly finished and you are removing your tools and the old sparkolaters that you wish you had about 3 sets of hands or just some help. I use a single handle 2 sided plastic carry tray to make it easier. It is clear to me that others before you at different shops don't care whereas you do. Kenny whenever you say we're going on a road test, I get excited because it means another trip to a secret spot in Mexico!!! Keep Wrenching Kenny!, Bob

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

I can't happily report that the acupuncture seems to be working. I never thought I would say those words. I'm glad you enjoy Mexico 😂 I hope you are well, brother. Keep wrenching 🔧

[@SeanBZA]

It always only had one problem, just they left it so long every time something else failed as well.

[@goodcitizen64]

Another great video and some fantastic information and tips! Thanks Kenny!!

[@willarddenton4360]

Some times it takes time more Great Detail

[@aldonco]

You are the man and determined.

[@scottymoondogjakubin4766]

You cant just tighten bolts thinking well tight is tight ! Theres a reason most have torque specs and tightening sequence's !

[@GregThompson-u6g]

why did you put the new coil on the easy side im thanking puit it under the intake you have 1 new under the hard side thats a good tip on inserts diy takes a little experience anyone trying to much heat more problem i could see i take your torch heat a additional 5 seconds needs a new valve cover gasket insert

[@stephenmeeks684]

It seems that the timing vacuum advance may be a minor issue that may contribute to the dwell on accelerating.

[@randyhammett4467]

I'd spray some holy water on it after this repair so it doesn't come back.

[@CajunShrek]

"they didn't want to spend anymore fixing it" in a limo that HAULS PEOPLE.... 🤔

[@46bovine]

That’s correct. People can be replaced and it can be an enjoyable procedure! BAAAAWAAAHAHAHAAAAA!

[@scottwhitcher265]

But look how much they "saved"taking to a buddy or fly by night shop that screwed it up. It's tempting to charge extra for having to go behind that.

[@ShiftingSkys]

I always chargw more for going vehibd. Who knows what crazyness youll find or waste time unraveling.

[@brianvandenberg1764]

I got a electrical connector pliers that's the cats ass for unplugging coils and injectors. Just letting you know...... wish I had one a long time ago

[@bigbill709]

Those battery powered impact tools are the cat's pajamas

[@billseay6399]

Another great video love it thanks again kenny

[@johnw9637]

That purge valve was like yo I have a bolt holding me down stop trying to break me 😅

[@warthhoh]

Years ago saw a KZbin video of mass air flow sensor being cleaned with break clean 🤔

[@Doug....]

Where is your shop based Kenny ?

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

Durham, NC

[@Doug....]

@@WrenchingWithKenny Thanks for the reply Kenny. Thats a long drive to Mexico to test out cars 😂 All the best from the uk 🇬🇧

[@crautoguy8384]

Isn't it wonderful when you're already working on stuff it was not designed to last it's pretty much junk then you have another shop Just make things absolutely worse. It's hard enough to fix the built-in problems.

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

Yup! I hate having to fix botched repairs. It aggregates the customer even more. Well, unless they were the fool that attempted the repair 😂 Keep wrenching 🔧

[@bigbill709]

Good job Kenny

[@jameswood9764]

Bad habit laying down items on the rags of the open intake area?? Add a dab of RTV to broken connector?

[@timferguson8654]

How many miles to this thing have on a Kenny that it had all this work previously done

[@Michael-yi4mc]

How do you warranty a job with a leaky coil gasket?

[@wingman8447]

Good job

[@Michael-yi4mc]

How do you warranty a job using JB Weld?

[@campermike8879]

had a feeling it needed plugs from your prior video on this van

[@daleschmitt2919]

Thank you

[@Michael-yi4mc]

Every bolt is easy to remove on a 1955 Chevy.

[@rustystubbs242]

I’d say those spark plugs needed to be replaced back when jesus wore cowboy boots.

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

😂😂😂 you're right! Thanks for making me laugh and watching the channel. Keep wrenching 🔧

[@centurionhomeinspectionsin2253]

Not horrendous? That’s like a 0.060” gap 😂

[@bigbill709]

Looks to me like it was built broken 😊.

[@bobbyabbott3035]

my famous words, I love fixing other peoples screw up!

[@walsakaluk1584]

Doesn't anyone use a hacksaw and a file anymore?

[@snubbelbuff1471]

"..Be careful when handling nipples.." GOT IT!

[@Michael-yi4mc]

Kenny is not that kind of person.

[@techjdu]

Do you let the customer know that the previous shop did shoddy work?

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

A lot of time, I do. That's when they usually fess up & tell me it was "their buddy, uncle, brother...." that did the repair. Thanks for watching & keep wrenching 🔧

[@techjdu]

@@WrenchingWithKenny Yeah, some red faces I bet. Good video. Nice tip on melting that nut into the plastic, that's a tip that's useful for a lot of things around the house too.

[@user-qb7qg2pp6w]

30 minute videos a long enough, most people don't want to sit for a whole hour for a video.

[@donames6941]

I love an hour video. If you dont fast forward, are just dont watch it

[@Michael-yi4mc]

I’m retired and have all day.

[@bigbill709]

Sounds like I was working on this rig with all the broken connections.

[@kelvinrf]

🤣🤣🤣

[@richardcranium5839]

when in mexico go you go to tiajuana fir the bar-b-qued iguana? lol

[@danielflinn3571]

Thanks from Australia

[@markhuyette8509]

The customer is a idiot because do it right the first time while you got apart because it comes back to haunt both of you he will say a week or two later when it is running bad why didn't you tell me when you had it apart been there but you can try ATP stop leak for seals works great started using it seen a lot of videos on it and it gets thumbs up keep up your hard work making videos and have a blessed day today 🙏

[@jaymichael91]

It's a symbiotic relationship between you and that test meter. It's playing jokes on you.

[@terrydoyle4298]

Please cut off the other part tag Kenny, it's going to drive me BANNAS 😂

[@peterwill3699]

Kenny is the Mini Pearl of car parts.

[@Michael-yi4mc]

Take me to “Mexico “, Kenny!

[@maxenielsen]

Like a toilet: tight is tight and too tight is busted

[@jackmosqueda9724]

Wd40 be dielectric grease

[@82_KID]

You're gonna love my Subaru lol.

[@Michael-yi4mc]

Last week it was bananas. This week it is about fried chicken. You making me hungry.

[@bigbill709]

You sound like me one track mind.

[@bigbill709]

It's so easy a caveman could do it. 😊

[@leonardhirtle3645]

Previous “mechanic “ was just some yokel who claimed to be a mechanic.

[@mckinleygoetz9855]

You are so meticulous about getting things right. You just don't see that in the work ethic of the younger generation.

[@jackmosqueda9724]

Who you calling a caveman

[@watchinglclowns9890]

Sorry but todays New Vehicles Are Junk All of Them.....

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

I feel like they are making them to be disposable. 60-70K for a new truck that MAY last 100,000 miles. No thanks. I will spend my money on an older vehicle & treat it right. Thanks for your comment & watching the channel. Keep wrenching 🔧

[@HouseCallAutoRepair]

Í did the rag down the intake, on my Crown Victoria, during an intake replacement video... I did NOT edit it out. (Currently an unfinished project)