Now I Did It! I Snapped Off A Speed Sensor In The Rear Axle!

Come along as I show you the process of removing a snapped off speed sensor in the rear of a GMC Sierra. I pull out a few classic moves to get the job done 😏
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[@SouthMainAuto]

Cal-Van Tools 49600 : amzn.to/3WX2elm

[@MrAnderson5157]

I use WD40 to keep All my tools from rusting as well as loosening rusted bolts etc. Nothing works better.

[@agger838]

its like you knew we were gonna ask

[@jeffcooper5789]

That MeMa was a smart woman.

[@derrikarenal3308]

..and, just like that, it's "Temporarily out of stock."

[@yeahitskimmel]

@@derrikarenal3308 $32 on sale for me was too good to be true

[@canalboating]

The classic double twister "that's one of your best moves " Mrs O on top form 🤣

[@oliver_klozoff]

I absolutely died when Mrs O expressed how she knew all about the double twister. Love the sense of humor and chemistry between you and your wonderful wife. Keep up the awesome content Eric O

[@dannytreadway4561]

Had a pipe break off inside an elbow underground for an outside faucet once. Spent half a day trying to use every kind of oversize extractor and spent all kinds of money. I finally tapped it with a chisel only one time and used a expanded needle nose and screwed it right out. This came from watching you on broken off parts. I truly learn from you . Thanks

[@amythompson6494]

Excellent,short and to the point. Very helpful🎉

[@scaryfear21]

Could please point us to that video?

[@throttlebottle5906]

torch 😁

[@RayJay]

You taught me how to use Fluid Film so my cars here in northern Ohio are not rusted to hell. Thanks for that!

[@WhalerGA]

Whoever invented the needle scaler was a friggin' genius. Major help in the rust belt, I imagine.

[@KenShields]

This video has it all! Secret moves, dual tips, bolt snuggling... man, it's an early Christmas present!

[@tiredmaestro3122]

And lets not forget the "classic wiggler" and "double twister".😄

[@105HD]

It’s especially enjoyable to watch one of your videos on this Veterans Day. A shout out and thank you to all our veterans, past and present. Keep‘em coming Eric O.

[@deconteesawyer5758]

Veterans Day ? We still have that ? Surprised the woke have not cancel cultured and renamed it already.

[@bradsnyder8802]

Brother in law is a retired mechanic, upstate NY. I loved to hear his stories of young pups coming up from the south to work in the garage. They never lasted, quickly got sick of working on rusted fasteners. Maybe two months tops. Respect the work you do!

[@kd7cwg]

I’m glad I’m down in Louisiana 😂. Not many rust buckets like that, unless they spend time on the beaches, or used for salt water fishing

[@disorderlymovement]

Funny, I had this same thought while watching video and before reading comments. I'm an amateur mechanic - meaning I just like turning a wrench on my own vehicles and those of a few friends who trust me. Yet, the joy I have from being under these vehicles, in Texas, where there is no rust, would dissipate very quickly being in the rust belt. No way could I enjoy the rust factor. My friends and myself would be seeing Eric a LOT if we lived in that area! Much appreciation and respect to people like Eric who tolerate the rust and who are still professional in their work while charging a fair price.

[@funnypranker34]

Rusty cars up here is just an excuse to buy the most powerful power tools money can buy and a oxy acetylene torch with the big tanks and a mig welder. I’m from the Chicago area and the rust is not as bad as the rust in NY but it’s still bad enough to curse and struggle

[@timothyoneill3154]

Now i feel all self-conscious. I'm a ding dong watching KZbin videos.

[@yeahitskimmel]

That valve stem cap plug trick is slick, I keep a tin of foam earplugs just for such occasions

[@SouthMainAuto]

oh that's a great idea!

[@keffective6650]

@@SouthMainAuto Now, I was telling you to hit it with the cheek poker before you drilled the broken stub out, bt your idea worked well, also. I like the ear plug suggestion, too. I reuse the little plastic plugs that come shipped with parts, calipers, pumps, etc.

[@fins59]

That is a great tip.

[@ouch1011]

After nearly 20 years of working on cars (professionally) in an area without rust, I really respect your level of patience working on these rusty piles. I’m sure some of it is just doing what you have to do in the area you live, but I couldn’t do it without losing my mind. It’s hard enough to earn a decent living in a legitimate way in this industry without having to deal with rust.

[@shadetreemech290]

In my own drive way (under my shade tree) I would have drilled and put in a machine screw or sheet metal screw and used a claw hammer to rip it out as I don't have a slide hammer (either large or small). But, it's nice to know that there is such a thing as a small slide hammer. I hallways learn something here.

[@nickjones7477]

Also my go to when in a similar situation. Keep meaning to buy a slide hammer but always get the job one without and then just say put it on the list ....

[@iaov]

WD 40 is more than just for water displacement. I’m an engineer (albeit electrical) and I use it as a penetrant, light oil, tapping oil and fish attractant. It also kills weeds and will take mosquitoes right out of the air if you lead them correctly! Well done again Eric! Thanks

[@jblyon2]

It'll also take out a hornets nest. Bald faced hornet was building a nest on one of the garage doors. Had no bee spray, but figured some WD 40 coupled with a quick sprint away was worth a shot. She fell right out and was dead on the ground in seconds.

[@rockeerockey6941]

@@jblyon2 It's deadly too! Danger Will Robinson

[@1McMurdoSilver]

My neighbor sprays WD40 on his steaks before he puts them on the grill. Gives the steaks some good grill marks.

[@walterk1221]

@@jblyon2 brake clean is an excellent wasp/hornet killer as well.

[@jamespfitz]

Shines up a used car GOOD for a couple days

[@jacksigler2302]

I am blown away by the valve stem cap tricks. Great job as always Mr O.

[@tomcrotty1498]

Nice job Eric. Nice to see someone who prides himself in putting fasteners back where they belong. A lot of guys come under the category of being “ that guy” who doesn’t bother. Well done sir.

[@RealWorldGarage]

When Mrs O walks up, “ya need me” we become second fiddle. That’s what a good marriage looks like fellas. 👊🏻 props to you Mr O!!

[@markcavandish1295]

Truth

[@anthonyiron4635]

I've never seen the Rainman use a scaler so you taught me something (he couldn't). 🙂BTW, I live in Ontario so your videos are very helpful. Keep them coming.

[@toeknee6588]

Rule of thumb on these jobs, the bolt comes out,the sensor breaks, the bolt snaps the sensor is free as a bird.

[@livnowpayl8r]

Nice to see you closing in on 750 K. Thanks for the many years of learning & entertainment!

[@caseygunn9627]

I was a tech for 11 years, I can't anymore, so your videos help me alot. Just want to say thanks for your efforts bud.

[@99andrianmonk]

"Out pressure while wiggling," "classic wiggler", and "old double twister" - wow, free tip Friday. Also, thanks for the video on how to remove sensor from rusted Chevvvy.

[@AjMoore-fg4wb]

As a former California Ford Certified Technician, I would've lost my #$%T 10 seconds in to that sensor not coming out! Props to you my guy for handling it like a champ 🏆

[@jeffreygoss8109]

Me too, well not all the certificates, but I would have told the lady “your car is totaled” 😂

[@02jeepwj]

You'd probably die if rust flakes started landing on you like crazy then

[@danmolumby4186]

Thanks for another awesome video Eric. I’m sorry people give you a lot of crap, they obviously don’t know any better. Have a wonderful upcoming Thanksgiving.

[@lightningsmokerXx]

3:00 - Eric really is a hero working with all that rust all day , it can't be easy, and to have patience with the thought of trying to be careful to not snap something else and cost a customer more money because something near breaks (even though it's not the mechanics fault--as everything is crispy around the area you are working on ) . Imagine a world where everyone sprayed their car.

[@justindaley6384]

I live in the Michigan rust belt. I have watched south main from the very beginning because of the different techniques used in rusty situations. The difference in Michigan is we don’t have state inspections so the things I see with rust is crazy

[@davidfoulk3078]

Mr O, I was born and raised in Elmira NY and I’ve never seen so much under carriage rust as I’ve seen in your videos!

[@Todd66]

I’ve learned so much from this channel over the years. E has a great sense of humor. 12:20

[@davidarnette327]

"That's one me-maw taught me back in the day even before tires had tubes" ..... Now that was an amazing woman!

[@jimclifford1241]

It's always a good day when there is a new SMA video. Thanks Eric.

[@utahyork3338]

Thought I was watching a car repair video when "Mr Science" taught me the Venturi effect. Never too old to learn something new. Awesome!

[@nelsonglass6]

Your explanation of direction is spot on… I think other people have too much much time on their hands

[@keithfork8663]

"Double twister,one of your best moves" good one Mrs. O.

[@NikMitchell]

gotta love having "the PERFECT tool" when it comes to common failure points. Loved the cap removal move using the venturi effect, too! Thanks Mr O

[@dporrasxtremeLS3]

Eric O, you my friend are so entertaining! To be able to learn and be entertained at the same time is double good! Thanks Eric!

[@blakehawkins4617]

When Mrs. O said that’s one of your best moves I lost it 😂

[@stehan1422]

Fantastic real world repair…the only thing missing was the cuss in’ words that usually come outta my mouth during just such a repair. Great tips to remember doing wheel speed sensor R&R!

[@billrimmer5596]

80 % of the fun on this channel is listening to what Eric says about the commenters. WD40 is the most important tool in my shop. That and my gasoline pressure bottle. It cleans throttle bodies, oil spills, threads on bolts. It is also handy for quick enrichment, starting your barbecue or fireplace and dispatching spiders

[@dopeman420]

Wd40 is a joke. Step it up with pb blaster

[@knobrush]

I like WD-40 also but I use CRC Brakleen for anything with more than two legs.

[@mph5896]

@@dopeman420 PB blaster smells like death

[@oldcynic6964]

I make my own penetrating oil from light machine oil (aka sewing machine oil) and acetone, in about 50-50 proportions. The acetone "carries" the oil in. I have it in an old-style oil can. Cheap as, and works for me.

[@dogguy2012]

I watched this video with the sound off and I could still hear your voice, jokes, and quips ! That's what I get for watching the video while pretending to be talking to a friend of mine on the phone from California!

[@av8tore71]

I am A&P IA (airplane mechanic for side work) and I have learned stuff watching Mr. O A&P school is a 2 year and 2000 hour Aviation Maintenance Technology school to boot so yes you definitely can learn just by watching Mr. O's videos

[@edrico1]

Actually, that principle where the velocity of the air flow creating a low-pressure area to pull that valve cap out of the hole is known as the Bernoulli Effect, the same principle that allows airplanes to get off the ground by making the air flow faster on the top of the wing than on the bottom. I learned about that back in engineering school before I started working on thyroid nodules. All the best, -Ed

[@davidbaldwin2729]

hi Ed, hope that you are well, I am retired now working on 50-60's Fords in LaPorte IN. Isn't Eric O the best thing since sliced bread? db

[@Ottonic6]

2009, old and rusted out? Wow, I live in Oregon and though we get our fair share of rain, living in the Portland area there's not much snow or ice, so very little salt.. I have a 2000 Accord that has no rust what so ever (maybe some tiny surface rust) I have never had to worry about removing anything on my car. It does help that before I got the car in 2014 it had spent its earlier days in Arizona. If you are a successful mechanic in the rust belt, you are among the elite of the industry. Eric, you amaze me on how successful you are at any job that comes your way.

[@LeewardStudios]

I moved from Ohio to Tennessee and never really appreciated how easy it is to work on my vehicles that live salt free until I started watching your videos. And believe me now when I work on them I do not complain as much.

[@adventureoflinkmk2]

I know that's right... I got a whole Camry here (edit: supposedly from TN) and with some PB Blaster convincing I haven't broken a fastener

[@yqwgjsg]

I’ve lived in TN my whole life and grew up in a service station my dad owned. I’ve got a 97 F150 and to this day, the frame has a light dusting of surface rust with no bubbling anywhere. I guess living up north is the only place you pray for a rear main seal leak so the underside stays coated in oil.

[@dealerauctionnightmare4689]

Salt is used in TN. Not for months on end though.

[@fascistpedant758]

It probably broke because you used water dispersant rather than wheel speed sensor penetrating fluid.

[@repro7780]

Thats what WD stands for, right? Water Dispersant? Now I got it !

[@kenchilton]

Make sure you use the Left Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Penetrating Fluid. If you use the wrong one the truck will only work in reverse.

[@jtjones4727]

Water Displacement, 40th formulation. Since it went on sale to the public in 1958, even way back then, all the documentation called it "WD40 Multi Use Product". Although it was originally designed for water displacement, they quickly realized it had great potential as a multi use product.

[@C.V._McCullar]

Definitely, what happened. Should have used a rust penetrant, there was no water in there.

[@justinwatch]

You shouldn't have used WD-40. I wouldn't have used WD-40. That stuff is crap. What you should have done was used WD-40. I would have used WD-40. WD-40 is the best. That stuff that you used is crap.

[@ronallen6578]

You are the type of guy that seems to know his stuff, gets it done and has a good disposition. Too bad you're in NY. Enjoy your videos. Keep 'em coming. Thanks for sharing Eric.

[@caseygunn9627]

Mr. O! Thank you for the frequent videos and your efforts to bring your fans along buddy I really appreciate it.

[@revkev5098]

Haven't finished watching the video yet, but just wanted to drop in and say that the pink character in the thumb nail cracks me up. 🤣

[@kennethhendrie2091]

I am so glad that I don’t live in the salt belt every time I watch what you have to go through it makes me glad I’m in California I feel all your pain

[@imhooks]

Venturi effect and of course the double twister. Ive been telling my wife that watching Eric O KZbin videos is actually beneficial. Wait till I show her my double twister 😅

[@chrisforker7487]

Keep cranking out the videos, I could watch this all day long during winter when I’m not working!

[@cavemanindustries5102]

I’m currently watching the double wiggler, but I wonder if, during your twist and pry technique, if you did a horizontal pry instead of a vertical pry, utilizing a twisting motion with the screw driver angled below the leaf... I wonder if that would have allowed the sensor to slide along the screw driver, thereby facilitating improved action of the twisting pliers and reducing movement of the prying screwdriver against the axle housing. Thank you for being part of what makes automotive KZbin so educational.

[@crasher88]

after watching the transmission video you just did and comparing that truck to this one is an amazing demonstration on how well that fluid film stuff works.

[@davescruton2829]

After moving out of upstate PRNY I have seen much less rust and my sympathy for the poor schmucks that deal with it has gone up.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Nice little Slider Hammer Eric O @South Main Auto Repair LLC

[@timothycooney986]

I've nothing but respect and admiration for Eric's skills. I especially like videos that depict problems and their reso!ution. I was beginning to think that only I was facing the forces of evil...

[@stephencurry8552]

I live in the SW. My parents gave me their 1962 Impala SS. No rust, anywhere. Great videos. Since I turn my own wrenches, I pick up a lot of great practices from you.

[@ArdFarkable]

It's the salt everyday in the winter for these trucks, I have a sedan i drive sparingly in the winter salt and wash it, it doesn't look NEARLY this bad. You have to get salt on the car for like 150+ days a year, every year, for 10+ years, AND forget to wash off the undercarriage aka get a full carwash.

[@ccole9080]

sweet ride there. I remember when they came out ..... All the old Impalas were sweet

[@ccole9080]

Ive had several , no SSs but I had a 94 9C1 , a real screamer and handled great

[@pb3033]

OK, glad to see the 'If it breaks', the venturi trick 👍👍

[@pedroequis9396]

Best shop class EVER !

[@nicksrandomviews1296]

I just did front brakes on a 2011 silverado a couple weeks ago and it was so rotted the bleeder tips were almost gone on the calipers. The guy said as long as they still work and not leaking he was happy. This was a northeast Ohio truck.

[@scotthill1278]

A double twister, wallered out, an WD40, this video has everything.

[@fishin11]

That’s funny. Right or left of a circle. I remember a time I’m working in a kitchen a friend and he asks me to grab the end of the table so we can move it, I ask him which end, it’s a round table.😂🤣🤪

[@MrAvlandrew]

Yesterday I changed my first wheel speed sensor on a 2003 Pilot, had to use a drill and a torch, but I emerged victorious!

[@stevengullison5123]

Good afternoon, I wish all you guys was that smart, and honest. Steve from N.B

[@garymcmullin2292]

it takes a special kind of guy to mechanic in the rust belt. I am forever critical of automotive engineers and management that have created the mess of moving parts called cars, they could have done better in terms of maintenance and repair.

[@stevenmotchan2048]

I remember seeing that slidehammer thing in my Dads garage but I never new what the heck it was.

[@billr6983]

Prepared to watch a good 'ol country mechanic. "...and using the venturi effect..." Wait, is this The Science Channel?!

[@spartus56996]

A little tip from an old timer, use valve grinding compound on screwdriver tips and Torx bits , Hex Bits, it aids in gripping the fastener, wont strip out or cam out.

[@davidbaldwin2729]

DAP also makes it called tank bond liquid grip 5.00 on amazon

[@lightcapmath2777]

Nice seeing how the slap hammer pulled out that stud. Drilling around the circumference to release the O-ring is a method I will remember.. Many thanks SMA!! DVD:)

[@allenspivey6967]

This engineer says your tricks are impressive. Thanks again for teaching us!

[@chrisharris3371]

That looked like normal rust but then again, I’m in the rust belt. I just got done blasting all the rust off my Chevy. It’s the perfect weight loss program for Chevys. Mines a 91 and still going strong thanks to fluid film

[@jtee9548]

I didn't know there was such an animal as a small slide hammer. It's an odd moniker, kind'a sounds like a small sledgehammer.😁

[@jamesbruno5896]

Thanks for the tips & a happy veterans day to all who served!

[@chrisE815]

It's amazing how many problems slide hammers solve in the salt belt. Of course, I never remember to use a slide hammer until after I have used the cutters and drills for an hour...

[@gregambrose2566]

I'm glad that I sprayed all my vehicles, 8 of them, with wool wax this spring and fall.

[@spelunkerd]

What a cool little slide hammer. Another brilliant video, Eric.

[@MTLeopold]

Well the right thing to use is what works the best. Best thing to use is what works right now.

[@joecnc3341]

The one thing that they don't teach in automotive schools - how to battle the rusted fastener (and win). Every job is just one broken fastener away from being a 3-day ordeal. Great idea on using the valve stem cap!

[@darylmorgan9887]

Always a pleasure to watch you do your work Eric. Nice job.

[@dwaynemadsen964]

15:53 We have the same "Nut drivers" where I work! Stay safe and thank you for sharing.

[@DIYDaveOK]

Always good to see Mrs. O! Thanks as always, Eric!

[@jimkramer]

"oh, you're familiar???" - CLASSIC!!!! Lauging my azz off.

[@fredwalker839]

Didn’t show the “classic” Matco , left hand drill bit attempt !lots of spray, couple “love taps” out she comes ! Hurry up , but “slow down” theory, comes out ! To each’s own ! Good vid, Eric !Salt & Plastic do “not like each other !👍👍👍

[@rider547]

Great video! Love learning new tricks from your channel! Thanks!

[@RJon2006]

I find myself adding “it’s your classic…” when I explain any inanimate object. Thanks Eric, O!

[@raybates3119]

Had a guy tell me today about going to buy a 2018 GMC 2500 AT4 with less than 30,000 miles on it at a GMC dealership in Northern Alabama. He said when he looked underneath it was already rusted and starting to rot. Turned out it came from Michigan. Still under factory warranty and already going with corrosion. I don't know how you guys do it but my hat's off to you for working in those conditions.

[@j.markkrzystofiak9907]

Thanks for bringing us along

[@BrianWicks-uv7rs]

Very good video. I broke one off on my 2007 GMC 2500 and had a time getting it out. Now I know what works. Thank you.

[@jayjudd6518]

Congratulations. Thanks for the Learning session.

[@bradsmn]

I learned far more than the 2 tricks. I always learn something when I watch your videos!

[@SouthMainAuto]

Great to hear!

[@Omardottcom]

Mrs. O: “The double twister?….. that’s one of your best moves” 😂😂😂😂

[@jamesfrederick2044]

Thank you Chevy for all this content!

[@jerryking2418]

Another action packed video with helpful tips. Thanks

[@JJ-sv1ov]

Excellent training video.

[@devenair681]

Been there done that. The bolt broke off too. Araldite and a bit of stud got round that issue on my old BMW. 🤔 Always informative to watch a professional work round an issue. 👍🙂

[@bigrig4630]

Love all the videos, and the transmission 3 part video 👍keep it up

[@AaronBelknap]

I'm telling you, Big Nasty on the corners to knock off that scale would help! Needle scaler works in a pinch. And, wanted to remind you that the truck was a GMC Sierra my good sir :D Great video!

[@CoBrAChiCKeN948]

Learn something new everyday. Thanks for the tricks Eric

[@two6s722]

Awesome. Have a great weekend, EO👍

[@edwardmissouri2216]

She's a crusty one, but I got er fixed! I thought things got rusty here in the St Louis region, but you have us beat by a long shot.

[@L8terdays]

Jeesh! You make rust look easy peasy.

[@JBreeze4598]

Car Repair/Disco Moves, Eric O' has it all. Thanks for the share.