Customer Says - Give Me A Brake!

[@vehcor]

This car is clearly a paid actor, definitely not a native NY car with hours of rust struggles! I only subscribe to watch you struggle and make me feel better about my life choices! I"M UNSUBSCIBING!!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Ray00069]

😂😂😂😂 Didn’t know that a free KZbin channel matter so much in your life.

[@shannonharris]

I'm selling your seat 💺!

[@vehcor]

@@Ray00069 I have no life sooooo.....😂

[@vehcor]

@@shannonharris NOOOO! How dare you call my bluff! 😂

[@shannonharris]

​@@vehcorANYONE INTERESTED IN BUYING A SEAT 💺?.... its currently 50% off! 🤣

[@jamesrdorn]

It’s back! The brake clean sound is back, boys!

[@rexkars6740]

I bought a can of brake cleaner the other day. Had to return it for credit since it didn’t make any sound!

[@mariosaccoccio1688]

No sheep noises, but hey, I'll take what I can git!

[@misterhat5823]

What about the goat juice sound?

[@glossywhite8634]

I was watching much older SMA videos and was like "omg there was once brake clean sounds?!"

[@donkaiser6704]

Welcome back brake clean fanfare!

[@alanottley]

Loved the rant at your DMV laws. Crazy.

[@CRobertTv]

Its crazy. Im like a jump to NY and from PA to NY laws is nuts. Pa No rust , No holes in rockers , Ball joints , ti rods etc etc will fail in PA. NY nope LOL. But PA we can have check engine light on but not ABS and break light on . If they are that fails too. Yeah NY laws are fucked and they do it for a reason. $$$$ . Second pa we got people that come around every 6 months to check our books and make sure we are doing things right too. If not yell at you and give you a fine. next time lose of license

[@supermrt]

lick'm & stick'm

[@johnhpalmer6098]

Especially when what seems like half of the rules were for tech that's now totally obsolete, and has been for quite a while now.

[@craigbporter]

It might seem crazy if you think of it as nothing more than a parking brake. However, if you think of it as an emergency brake then it makes a little more sense why the government might require it to work in order to pass inspection. The emergency brake is cable actuated, enabling it to stop your car if your hydraulic breaks fail. I'm not here to make a case as to whether or not a non-operational emergency brake should disallow a vehicle from being operated though, I just wanted to add a bit of context. If I were tasked with coming up with a list of systems that were required to function on a vehicle before it could be registered for use on public roads, I think headlights and brake lights would be understandably near the top of the list, while something as insignificant as a dome light seems almost crazy to even consider. Whether or not I would ultimately decide an auxiliary braking system to stop the car should the primary system fail would make the final list, it certainly does not seem crazy to even consider.

[@mystaclean5129]

I'm friggin' 70! I remember leaded gas in fact, I earned enough to buy my first car pumping it for other people. Loved the comments about ball joints. Bureaucracy, ain't it grand.

[@bluegrallis]

I'm almost 72 and remember leaded gas. I didn't know it was a thing for the last 50 years though. Maybe TPRONY only reviews their regulations every 100 years or so! 😀

[@billp1954]

Well you know what they say, if bureaucrats didn't make more regulations then they couldn't hire more bureaucrats and half the country would be unemployed...

[@davesaunders7080]

I'm only 66 but remember that gas

[@firesurfer]

@@bluegrallis Leaded gas was deleted in 1981. Unleaded started in 1982. Ask me how I know... so it's been 43 years.

[@BobSacamano-dy3wg]

I'm only 42 and I remember leaded fuel. My first car was an 84 model and used leaded (in Australia, I think the cut off for leaded in new cars was about 87)

[@leoneyates6372]

As a state employed vehicle inspector and auditor of NSW Australia inspection stations for 30 years now retired Stupidity in regulations is the same all over the world Have a great day Eric O cheers Oscar

[@demonknight7965]

😂😂😂😂 Stupidity is a universal problem. And most often found in the government, especially at higher levels 😂

[@millwrightman99]

being an inspector in Australia must be a difficult job as all your vehicles have pouches as standard equipment .

[@LesReeves]

@@millwrightman99 Yeah that is where we put the stupid comments gets full quick & needs emptying regularly.

[@mistero4]

And not living in NSW and never having to get a pink slip again is just brilliant. Shudder to think what’s under most cars though! 🤣

[@mph5896]

My Us state has no emissions and no safety inspections on personal cars and trucks. Think about that for a minute

[@bertoltb13]

I’ve missed the brake cleaner sound effect. It’s worth the 35 steps every now and then.

[@carlosnavarro921]

I just about fell out of my chair when I seen the Brake Kleen intro, I hadn't heard for a minute

[@jonlambert1879]

me too, but im sure its a pain the guy has so much on his plate the extra time it takes lol im just happy we get videos

[@jaymzx0]

@@carlosnavarro921 I actually cheered. Then I realized I'm cheering for a sound effect for a cancer can. Then I cheered again.

[@carlosnavarro921]

@@jaymzx0 Rainman Ray's version had to do until we got the OG back

[@tronjet66]

My mom's life was saved by a functioning parking brake once. Keep up the good work!

[@kenmohler4081]

A cool evening, fire in the fireplace, corgi asleep on the couch, a glass of Knob Creek, and a new South Main Auto! Don’t get much better! Thanks, Eric!

[@lordjaashin]

Hehe knob

[@caddyrack]

....you forgot a nice cigar, for me it's a real Cohiba Behike 56. Cheers

[@The_Redkween]

You get a like for your good taste in whiskey. They’re single-barrel is a mic-drop.

[@algorithm-w7o]

I am 63 and member all the neet stuff you talked about. Thanks for the walk down memory lane.

[@timothycooney986]

I remember leaded gas - am 69 yo. Applaud your thoroughness, integrity, concern for repair costs. Thank you.

[@grapeknutz]

You are a breath of fresh air with you helping customers out.

[@DavidMarr-z3r]

I always like to see you save your customers money with used parts, good video

[@sgp9700]

Return of the Brakekleen sound!!!!!!!!!! Thank you!!

[@misterhat5823]

The goat juice needs it sound too.

[@repro7780]

Don't despair, Mr O. I use my parking brake every time I park. Keeps it from seizin up!

[@mikes21348]

Me too.

[@cmc7106]

I raised my hand to the leaded gas comment!! And I wear reading glasses!! Hahaha!

[@Eupher72120]

Me too. I think the new cars went unleaded beginning in 1975. At that time I was driving a '73 Nova and it burned leaded.

[@johnhpalmer6098]

@@Eupher72120 Yeah, I had a very base (ex GSA auction '74 Nova, with the old 2fiddy and 3spd autobox as by I think 73, the old PowerGlide was gone) was thinking did she run on lead or not? I could not recall, though I only owned the car from fall of 1983-spring '85 before getting a bit nicer 78 2 door Nova with the 305. Bought that '74 from my sister and ex BIL when it was several years old. My Dad bought it in August of '79 for them, and my late mother and her mother drove it out to Wisconsin that fall when their first daughter was born. I was with him at the auction when he one this copper base 4 door with parchment interior. The other vehicle I recall we were interested in was dark blue.

[@johnkingery403]

Ditto!

[@michaelearl6991]

If you don't use the parking brake cables will freeze up

[@PK15306]

Your video is so realistic my sinuses stuffed up breathing the dust you buffed off the rotor face. 😢

[@Thomas_jefferson69]

As always, education along with entertainment. Merry Christmas to you and your family.

[@markwightltd]

That air ratchet is a weapon ❤🎉

[@tomd5010]

If you need a reason to have a working parking brake, always remember this. Both your parking brake and your transmission will keep your car from moving on a hill. However, parking brakes are cheaper than transmissions.

[@quantumleap359]

Or, if you have a manual transmission (remember those?), a parking brake is nice to have especially on a hill.

[@LordOfSilense]

If something breaks the 1" steel tang in your transmission you probably have bigger issues than your transmission.

[@LesReeves]

@@quantumleap359 Seen a lot of burnt out clutches from old guys trying to heel/toe take off on hills . I have two manuals & an automatic pull the hand brake on in all of them when parking.

[@AN-kg4ei]

Or in a snowy parking lot.... ​@@quantumleap359

[@Chevyv8man1]

Hey Eric, I had the same problem with needing glasses on my ole job cuz I would need them every 15 min or so. I decided to get a pare of bifocals with clear glass above and my script below. It takes a little time to adjust to them but after a while you don't even know you have them on. Best move I ever made. It sucks to have to ware glasses but getting older sucks all around. It's really worth it to give them a shot. Good luck buddy

[@mikemurray6727]

I have had them for years, and you are right they are worth it!

[@robinrousseau1087]

SO GLADE THE GUY NOT CUTING HIS GRASS.

[@earlestes8649]

Yeah he will be bringing out the old snow blower 😊lol

[@davidlampe4153]

It’s winter, grass isn’t growing much in winter.

[@G31mR]

I well over 70, and don't do Instie or Facebook, but I remember the big, fat leaded fuel nozzles...and the air cleaner "stove" (usually the first thing we took off the engine in our never-ending quest for MORE POWER. Love the SMA vids that feature mechanical repairs. Keen 'em comin', Mr. O.

[@mikea.2348]

I came here for the rants. Satisfied

[@robertm4914]

That Brake Kleen sound is your trade mark. I loved it the first time I saw/heard it. It was as one of the many reasons I keep coming back to your channel. The other is watching a stand up guy doing stand up work. You Sir are a Great American IMHO. God bless you and your family!

[@abevigoata5761]

10:00 brake clean sounder ftw!!! Best Xmas gift ever!!

[@mikeschaefer6956]

Love your videos. Enjoy it while you can. 42 years of heating n beating I just had complete shoulder replacement. I'm done

[@alannash5696]

So glad the Brake Kleen sound is back. Now I am hoping for the return of the Big Nasty music for the air hammer.

[@bruceirvine3962]

Watching this is a lesson in mechanical genius from yesteryear. Such a mechanism!

[@johndesaavedra1040]

I'm 70 and I remember the leaded gas. My first company truck, a 1981 chevrolet C-20 was 7900GVW and used regular leaded gasoline. You got me, I'm friggin 70!

[@frankwise7464]

Hey Eric O. What the hell is wrong with 70? lol. I was born in 1954. Remember when lights had to adjusted for inspection? Now everybody blinds you with LEDs. People today have NO idea how difficult it was to pass the inspection license test. In PA anyway.

[@Code_Monkey]

PennDOT needs to fix their sh!tty AF roads. IJS

[@misterhat5823]

I need a front mounted flood light for those pee Ricks.

[@robertheinkel6225]

PA inspections were very strict.

[@nealrehm6900]

Over here over here! My hand is raised! I’m 73 and I remember Sunoco you could dial in the octane on leaded gas! Great video Eric, also loved the two deer videos with the pressure cooker.

[@buddybarker8511]

Eric, just FYI they sell safety glasses that are bifocal clear on top / magnifying below in a variety of strengths. I used them the assembly line

[@michaelreeves8164]

Also, I know the body need iron to survive, but not by inhalation.

[@ckm-mkc]

Yup, I have a set of Milwaukee's I really like. Still, not really a replacement for a full lense magnification, so I have both.

[@jamescaron6465]

Nice! I’ll have to look for them. Thanks for sharing!!

[@mattmanyam]

Northern Safety has a big selection.

[@thatdave86]

Correct prescription glasses that are also safety glasses Bi focals will drive Eric crazy,more than he is now !

[@MattLetarte]

My Dad taught me how to do brakes when I was 15. I'm 66 now. I have done my brakes on every car I have ever owned. THANKS DAD!Amazing how little they have changed over the years. Leaded gas ha ha!

[@davidcoates4852]

Nice rant at the end there Mr O 😂 🔧👍

[@davidbaldwin2729]

thanks for another great video. congrats on 10 years and one month, time sure flies.

[@fredhoyt6900]

Hey, I remember pumping Ethyl, least I think that was er name. I'm old....

[@justinshaffer3419]

Never could afford Ethyl, always had to go with the regular pump.

[@keithstudly6071]

You remember the Marx Brothers bit with Groucho saying 'filler up with Ethyl, if you can't get Ethyl get Mabel!' Texaco had "Fire Chief" and "Sky Chief". Gulf had "Good Gulf" and "NoNox". Believe it or not leaded regular was legal in the US until 1996 though most cars made after 1975 required un-leaded.

[@u2mister17]

@@justinshaffer3419 $0.36 for reg. $0.47 for 100 octane for 20 years until '71.

[@lloydprunier4415]

We had purple Ethyl.

[@tallpaulsynd]

⁠@@keithstudly6071 Leaded fuel is still legal for airplanes, piston engine airplanes still use 100 octane leaded fuel.

[@karencary3312]

I remember leaded gas. Yes, I'm in my early 70's. I also use my parking brake ALL the time BUT i put my car in Park and then apply parking break. Love you, Eric and the Mrs., too. ❤❤

[@edwinlandy]

If it makes you feel better, the brake kleen sound effect does have a richer quality to it.

[@jaymzx0]

Yep I could have sworn that brake kleen sound came through a tube amp or something..

[@mrbill8542]

I knew a set of twins back in high school-- we used to call them lickem and stickem--Good times !!

[@budd1814]

That is sofa king funny

[@JohnSmith-fm3jm]

I am 61. I remember leaded gas nozzles. And the adaptors to fill unleaded necks with leaded nozzles.

[@mrbill8542]

YES--had one !!!

[@johnhpalmer6098]

Don't recall the adapters for using lead in an unleaded vehicle, but DO remember leaded gas (59, will be 60 next month).

[@SeanBZA]

The adaptors were sold expressly stating they were not to be used to fill vehicles, but to fill fuel cans with small necks, which were almost non existent. that way the EPA could not fine the manufacturers out of business.

[@mrbill8542]

@@SeanBZA Like the "test" pipe for the catalytic converters !!

[@johnchambers12]

I am 68 and used leaded gas in my first car. I now use ethanol free more on my older (2000) car only because I rarely use it. Good video, thanks!

[@bones007able]

" at least something else is still working"... give it about 10 more years 🤣🤣...

[@mikemurray6727]

Amen!

[@COBRO98]

Little blue pill time

[@casualcarver4887]

ANOTHER WONDERFULLY DONE JOB!

[@TheWhale45]

I haven't had to do King PIns since my 68 Austin Healey Sprite needed them in 1975.

[@davidbaldwin2729]

I did kingpins on my '51 F-1 in Sept. Lucky I still have a machine shop who can ream them to size.

[@kicknsystm]

I live in Alabama so I was confused about exactly what you were doing until you explained the inspection issue. I still learned with the trick you did hammering the bolts from the backside with the air hammer to break the assembly loose.

[@jamesmcgraw9570]

Yep, pumped many a gallon of leaded go juice. And you hit the nail on the head with that 70 year comment

[@cliffspencer3173]

I'm only 68, but yeah....

[@SempreGumby]

Shell Station in North Wilton CT Route 7 next to Bob Sharp Motors. Marty Metternic. Those were the days. Rode bicycle everywhere.

[@charlestredway8253]

You definitely proved you are the expert with rear drum brakes.

[@iamnoone.]

The last time I worked on King Pins was a 66 dodge 3/4 ton pickup in 1977

[@chrisfreemesser5707]

I credit the astonishingly easy disassembly of this Subaru to the work being done in the official SMA SubaruBay(tm). Had you been working on this over on Josh's side, you'd have needed a stamshovel to get that bearing out. And don't feel bad about needing glasses. I work with vision scientists, people's vision starts to deteriorate around age 35. Be glad you made it quite a bit past that before needing glasses, some of us have needed to wear them since 5th grade 😕

[@goodpplz123]

I am so glad that I live in the Deep South. My car is 12 years old and looks brand new under it. This is just crazy that a 7 year old vehicle is rotted.

[@richardmullins9299]

Same here in South Texas. No need for salt on the road when we only get heavy snow once every 35+ years

[@beast36001]

Only problem is the deep South has got ignorant idiot mechanics, I live in South Carolina and the best mechanics are not from South Carolina

[@SLDave]

It's depressing, given that we pay the same price for new vehicles

[@sonichedgehog8723]

It's horrible, they depreciate so fast up here. We pray for used cars from the south. Just bought my son a 2016 from Arizona and it's beautiful.

[@MarcBchannel]

I live in Missouri. I buy used cars in Las Vegas where my relatives live. I fly there, visit for a few, and drive back. Cars here look like junk much past 7-10yrs old

[@petermccoll469]

Who remembers what the lead in gas did for your engine? Great video! Thanks

[@Stephen03S600]

brake clean sound made my day 😄

[@sunshinegirl2879]

Here in PA, inspections definatelly check ball joints. When I got my first car, I had the inspection done by a guy everyone called "Ball Joint Bill" because every damn car that came through the door "needed" ball joints. It's funny now but not when you made $1.65 an hour.

[@IAmTheShaz]

I really enjoyed the rant at the end about the stupid antiquated rules that will fail an inspection but broken ball joints won’t. 😂 I feel your frustration! Keep up the good work. I drive a stick shift and ALWAYS use my parking brake.

[@gadasavideos8564]

I use my parking brake all the and sometimes remember to release it before driving off.

[@johnhpalmer6098]

Same here, though I live where hills are quite common and steep in places. Hell, even Tacoma requires you to park with front wheels into the curb if parked downhill, or away from curb if up or you are bound to get a parking ticket from parking enforcement. I know as I accidentally forgot one day many, many years ago, and got a ticket for failing to turn the front wheels appropriately when parked downhill.

[@anthonypeck3588]

"The DAWG don't play" woof woof woof!

[@davidkroth]

People who live within range of SMA are ridiculously lucky they have access to someone who cares about helping them out and keeping their vehicle on the road for a reasonable price. Whew.

[@hawksite]

I was a NYS inspector when they took ball joints off the checklist. A local TV station did a story on how some garages were ripping people off since the lower ball joints on American cars had a little play from new. Rather than going after the garages - poof - it just left the inspection. Of course those were the days when all ball joints had grease fittings, not like today where they can fail due to lack of factory grease. On the other hand most cars barely made 100k or ten years so they hit the scrap yard before getting too dangerous…

[@jimandnena4]

Kingpins?! YES, I AM 75 and I have changed kingpins on my 53 Dodge pickup in 1965, my first vehicle. I worked in a shop during the 70's SMOG era, pure madness.

[@alfredocuomo1546]

Well my NY state motor vehicle inspector licence expired in 1974 but I remember failing cars for bad brakes, cracked windshield, Tire rods, Idler arms, Pitman arms & yes Ball joints even control arm bushings & wheel bearings. I guess a lot has changed, they are just happy to plug in the ODBII and look for codes. Oh Ya, my 1969 Hemi Road Runner took leaded gas and I got a Steak Knife with a fill up too..!!

[@dfestus]

Vice grips makes a 13.5mm 😅

[@jamesrdorn]

Which brand? (Kidding)

[@ningen1980]

So does an angle grinder.

[@350x85]

LOL! I have the very socket Eric (3:10 - 3:35 mins) mentioned wasn't available 17/32" (13.5mm) I scored a set at a garage sale , 6pt 3/8" drive that had every socket from 5/32" thru 7/8" @ 1/32" increments. These odd ball sockets were probably made for custom applications.

[@GrevilleRyan]

Another great video Mr 'O'. You take us along with you and entertain at the same time

[@tonbouw6180]

LOVE the BIG dogs, mama jama.. Bring out the Big Doggs yeah MOMMA..

[@flyinghoward]

Eric, you are a pro, love the show. Your quality of work appears top notch to me, plus the perfect rant is brilliant. Thank you.

[@remogaggi82]

Christmas came early boys. The brake clean sound effect is back!

[@danlscan]

Love it man! Nice to see a good man doing well.

[@brucehobbs1734]

We appreciate the return of the of Captain Brakleen! He was truly missed. He is his chosen pronoun. Now this comment is PRNY correct. 😅😅

[@cpcoark]

I'm 70 next week and remember leaded gas well. Thanks for the laugh.

[@TXAG81]

I know someone that had a ‘78 Pontiac and pulled the plug on the catalytic converter, remove the catalyst, and replaced the plug with an engine freeze plug. Used a fuel nozzle adapter and pumped leaded gas in that car for years. Leaded gas was higher octane (89) and cheaper than unleaded (87) during the late ‘70’s.

[@scottsautomotivecenter5612]

@@TXAG81 don’t forget reduced engine wear on the old flat heads

[@joshbreeze1865]

Change it to a 79 Dodge Ram and you would be talking about my Dad😂

[@cbsctom7428]

I remember that I used the parking brake on my '06 Rav4 back in '07...not sure why but, I did use it!

[@mikecopenhaver4484]

Where’s them safety glasses ol’ son!

[@SempreGumby]

please!

[@thewayidoit8895]

I've got a friendly inspector! However, when I did my brakes last spring my 2016 F150 parking brake was rusty AF. Installed new shoes and doused them liverally with Fluid Film. Parking brake on an F150 is like a washer/dryer in a motorcoach; you gotta have one but you'll never use it.

[@william121852]

Brake Clean Music ! Finally !!!

[@tschuuuls486]

For the Glasses issues: Get a pair of bifocal lenses and wear them for a few days. If they are measured and fitted correctly you should be able to adjust to them in a couple of days. If you don't want to wear glasses, you could probably try bifocal contact lenses. If you don't like the first pair of contact lenses they give you, don't worry. Contact lenses are fairly different across multiple brands and eye shapes etc.

[@dericksilva0919]

Another brake video. Yeah buddy

[@slalomking]

I too love Eric rants on the DMV

[@stevec5657]

Yep, once upon a time here in the PRC (People's Republic of California) you could swap an older motor into a newer car, because the emission requirements followed the year of the motor, not the vehicle. They quickly reversed that law to require emissions testing based on the vehicle year. 😆 Surprisingly, they do not require safety inspections though, it's all about emissions here.

[@johnhpalmer6098]

We did have emissions here in Washington State, but in 2017, we got rid of emissions testing since our air had improved enough to not need it, and like the PRC, no safety inspections.

[@kd7cwg]

Now, if you buy an older diesel rv or bus, it has to be updated to meet current emissions requirements there.

[@davidbires2351]

You deserve more.... you are truly the best....

[@cullenmiller8170]

Thank god for government regulations and employees working at those agencies. I would have not made it to 55. I would be eating Tide Pods, putting toothpaste in my eyes and probably use a blow dryer while showering. 🤣🤣

[@tallpaulsynd]

I was living in New Zealand in 1977 and met an American that had moved to New Zealand. He bought a new Thunderbird from Ford before he moved, exempted for leaded fuel. It had no catalytic converters from the factory and they provided an adaptor to put on the leaded fuel pump nozzle so it would fit in the small hole in the filler neck. He drove it across country in the US then put it on a boat to New Zealand. That car was huge and had the steering wheel on the wrong (left) side for driving in New Zealand.

[@DIYDaveOK]

The Brakeleen Stab!!! Its Christmas again!! 🙂. Thanks Eric!

[@janetcoursey6756]

Did you know that they have these fancy glass that let you see long distances and closeup? They are called bi- focals. They are amazing, you can walk around with them on and not fall over things!

[@JamesAgans]

You feel tired after lunch, because you do more than most 2 guys do before lunch.😊

[@eightycutty]

As a former Texas vehicle inspector I completely feel you. If it came from the factory with emissions it had to be there regardless of year. Thats a job I hope I never have to deal with again living in Oklahoma

[@PaulLorenzini-ny2yw]

Sumbags make people that won't ever use a parking brake make poor folks fix them because some lobbyist said it would be a safer world.

[@WARCHILD61]

Great video. I doubt many mechanics would have used salvage parts and reused the old bearing to save the customer money. Good for you.

[@richard3141592638]

Thanks Mr oh. That was interesting with the backing plate and the bearing that came out nicely.

[@rip7562]

You're a good guy Eric O. Keep on trucking...

[@blueadept4689]

Thank you Eric O, always educational watching your videos.

[@josephbaker677]

I remember LEADED GAS! I am a 67 model. It was EPA outlawed in our state in 1974 ish. It Hung around for the older cars till 1976? Boom! Gone!

[@bm03431]

I've heard talk that some aviation gas is leaded, not certain though but i have heard of 110LL, 110 octane, low lead.

[@shameless5868]

I was a gas attendant at my uncle's gas station and do remember having to ask if the customer wanted leaded or unleaded gas. By the way, I'm only 60. LOL. Love the channel.

[@chrisrutherford8191]

I like that fact that you take pride in your work, cause that's what I do.

[@robertmedina6875]

Do what I do ask somebody from 13 years old to 25 years old and they know how to run all that computer crap and software! Great video as always, Mr. O! We really appreciate the hard work you put into doing these videos!❤ HOWDY from Michigan !😊

[@alantorrance6153]

I, too, always use my parking brake. I rarely stop without it being put into use. Only times would be at traffic lights when my green signal is only a few seconds away.

[@DeWittPotts]

I remember when leaded fuel was fazed out back in the mid 1970's. The main reason was because the lead would foul the catalytic converter not because the emissions of the vehicle would include lead compounds. By 1975 most cars had a catalytic converter so leaded fuel could not be used. I also remember working on carburetors as well as ignition points. That was back in the days when you could open your hood and actually see the engine.

[@miceinoz1181]

Funny you should mention fuel inlet restrictors and 70 together. I am 71, and yes, I remember them all, including king pins on orstrayan cars up to 65 or thereabouts.

[@gromett]

Whenever you say "Maybe I'm dead wrong", I always say out loud... "I bet you're not" 🤣

[@bismarcksandiego6539]

We appreciate the brake clean sound effects.

[@roberthutson2023]

Even though I’m on vacation down in Florida I’m loving the videos and still watching them 😅. I agree NY state inspections can be a joke most of the time, I never messed with inspections and passed a car that would fail especially since NY loves their inspectors and if god forbid something was broken and the customer or friend ended up in an accident or worse it’s your ass and license on the line none the less the amount of trauma your gonna go through all for $21 no thanks!!!! I use my parking brake everytime I put my car into park to take the strain off the transmission and the mounts. I always advocate to use the parking brake.

[@billburkart9087]

One thing is for sure Eric probably doesn't need iron supplements with all of the iron rust he breathes in. Yes Eric I'm frickin 70 and I pumped gas at an Esso station at the time they changed the name to Exxon. We were a full service station meaning you could come in get a dollars worth of gas and make me check all of your fluids and pump your tires up in the pouring rain. "The good old days"

[@robertquast9684]

They will pull licenses from guys trying to do the job right but then give one to guys that make every effort to circumvent the laws.