I Thought It Was All Over For This GMC

In this video I have a look at a customers GMC 1500 with the big 5.3. He dropped it off and said it had a "little tick" in the engine. Yeahhh a little tick huh!? Sounds more like A LOT OF TICK to me.
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[@chrisjames3087]

You could have sold that guy a new engine. There's a special place in heaven for ethical mechanics.

[@notchback93]

It would have to be a new engine and a tensioner 😊. I’ve never seen a mechanic sell an engine for a “unethical” reason. But I have seen them sold for the wrong reasons “incorrect diagnosis” more than once!

[@vadim7590]

Busy shop wouldn't need to get involved in unnecessary engine replacements. They want to make money and ship cars out quickly.

[@notchback93]

@@vadim7590exactly and most mechanics are not interested in replacing perfectly good parts

[@billupstateny9151]

"YOU" does not apply. What happens when owner gets a second opinion? Nitwit.

[@mblake0420]

​@notchback93 they do when the need an LS for their project car in the back of the shop

[@ursamajor26]

Never a good sign when your mechanic IMMEDIATELY shuts the truck down as soon as he hears it running :)

[@NobodyUR]

Good sign you have a decent mechanic though.

[@ronallen6578]

​@@NobodyUROnly if they do a cheap and honest fix like Eric does. Probably could have stuck that poor guy for a WHOLE bunch. This area is very fortunate to have an honest mechanic like Eric.

[@markh.6687]

Mechanic: "Holy SH!T! I gotta turn that off!"

[@ronallen6578]

@@markh.6687 Me thinkst something is afoul in paradise😱😱😱

[@stevefortune4315]

That would be normal procedure for a 5.4 Ford.😂 No one wants to be the one in drivers seat when they quit.

[@crook0384]

The look on Mrs. O's face as you pulled the truck up to the lift, absolutely priceless!

[@harrylister804]

So easy she could have fixed it and had hubby dealing with troll calls. That would make a great video..... job swap for a day.

[@Swickaz]

When she said I don't think thats the manifold, it turned me on..

[@ronallen6578]

​@@SwickazNow, be nice😢😢

[@jameshoward2738]

Yep, video was totally worth it for that alone. Car repair comedy gold!

[@markh.6687]

@@harrylister804 Just don't let them swap clothes. I do NOT want to see Mr. O. dressed like Mrs. O.

[@cmc7106]

That GMC sounds like the time my garbage disposal tried to eat a spoon !!

[@gorak9000]

I have a spoon that's permanently maimed from the same happening to it!

[@rider547]

Definitely not a wasted video. Never assume anything. Diagnose properly. Might save time and money! Great video as always!!! 👍🏻👍🏻

[@imafarmboy2]

Tighten bolt. Put belt on. Check bolt tension. Assemble bit and bobs. Check bolt tension. Close hood and while driving it back to the parking lot remember to check the bolt tension. Shut off engine and go get 15mm wrench to check bolt tension. Call customer to pick up vehicle. Can't sleep at 3am because you can't remember if you tightened the bolt. Gotta love being a mechanic.

[@jaydegraide6205]

This wasn't a silly video. I was truly relieved for this guy.

[@farmermiyagi1338]

My father, God rest his soul, always said GMC stood for Great Man's Chariot. His had my all time favorite bumper sticker: "Yes this is my truck. No, I won't help you move."

[@AFatherToTheFatherless]

They're junkers now

[@UberAlphaSirus]

Very true. Owning a van, everyone assumes your a free removal company.

[@richardcranium5839]

Garage Mans Companion

[@MaxDoubt2]

Gotta Mechanic Comin

[@scottmarquiss7941]

I've had a Ford Pickup for over 20 years now. . .When I asked to help move someone, I always answer' "You can use my truck, I'll do the driving, you load and unload!"

[@BigDaddy_MRI]

Put a bunch of part numbers into the oil pan. OK, not going to lie, that was hilarious and I nearly spewed and inhaled my coffee at the same time. Consider that phrase stolen. Short but sweet and Mrs. O was there too!! Great video, Mr. O. Loved it.

[@SouthMainAuto]

I'm sure I stole it at some point haha

[@SeilerRdAutoCare]

Thanks a bunch, Eric O! Now every time I hear a horn honk nearby, I find myself saying “hey it’s that guy” 😂😂

[@stephenbellamy8541]

I yell hows the mom and them... 😅

[@markh.6687]

"Horn blows; how 'bout the driver??"

[@jcadult101]

Lost the idler on my F150, drifted into a grocery store parking lot and called for a rentacar. Looked under the hood and the belt was off and found the lose idler. Got to work, local ford had the part, grabbed part and some tools and when I got back to the truck there was a note 'from a mechanic' that he noticed my belt hanging down and to check it out before driving. Damn nice of him.

[@bigdaddymak1439]

This wasn't Mrs Os first rodeo she knew that wasn't manifolds. You two crack me up! 😂😂❤❤

[@DavidScheiber]

I'm sure it will be soon tho, I spy a broken bolt on the front of the drivers manifold.

[@bigdaddymak1439]

@@DavidScheiber PRNY always wins! 🤣🤣

[@bryanfuentez7640]

Remember Eric we like to watch the simple videos too. It’s no difference than kids who watch other kids play video games.

[@KendrasEdge757]

Mrs. O is a phenomenal diagnostic specialist!! Eric pulled in and Mrs. O said “lol that’s not a tick!” So crazy how fast that went out according to the owner! God bless~

[@piquat1]

No, she said "that's not an exhaust manifold". Exhaust manifold leaks can sound like ticking. She's picked a few things up over the years.

[@KendrasEdge757]

@@piquat1 thanks professor

[@piquat1]

Don't put things in quotes when that's not what she said. You're paraphrasing, you basically just made it up. There you go, you learned two things today.

[@KendrasEdge757]

@@piquat1 oh I definitely learned something today that’s for sure!

[@andries4561]

Another day another chevrolet! The German equivalent is 'Alle tage ein andere Volkswagen' I work in the Netherlands and we work on VAG cars as much as you work on GMs

[@MarcMercier1971]

VAG cars... that's hilarious as that's slang in the USA and quite fitting for a lot of the drivers.

[@robiecarmichael9958]

Agreed! That is for sure the LOUDEST failing tensioner I have ever heard! Great content as always thanks

[@brnmcc01]

Did you see how loose that pulley was. That tensioner pulley was about 10-15 miles from leaving the chat, "I'm done, see ya"

[@eddiereichel9354]

Mrs O is great. Her face when she said that sure aint no manifold leak. Those things have 3 belts. It's funny vehicles used to have multi belt setups. Then with serpente system everything on one belt. Now they are back to 2 or 3 belts

[@brnmcc01]

I think it's just two, a stretch belt for the A/C, and serpentine belt for the rest of the accessories.

[@goenitzlopez2076]

​@@brnmcc01 3 for that generation. Vacuum.pump has its own belt

[@robc5955]

Sounded like Jim Rockford was ringin from the 70's.

[@Jordendog]

Don`t you hate it why you pull into work the first thing in the morning and the boss is standing there, waiting on you! 🤣

[@Tsnor150]

Don't you love it when that happens and you know it's *NOT* an issue. Good boss is like gold. Little tyrant can ruin the whole week. Think we've all had both kinds.

[@Danzilly]

I was scared it was the lifters! Nice to see Vanessa!

[@mechanic1316]

Some of that new fangled CHEVY THUNDER

[@SouthMainAuto]

Right!? Chevy Rattle!! Doesn't have the ring as Chevy Thunder!

[@chrisbarker2573]

A swift fix, and we got to see the lovely Mrs O, what a great way to start the day.

[@BrianS_IN]

I thought it was a Diesel engine! Love the O! statement when you started the engine the first time.

[@SouthMainAuto]

I think the diesels are quieter haha

[@xnewguyx2738]

I would have said, go throw some fuel oil in and move on. Probably could have added another 100 foot/lbs of torque.

[@lvsqcsl]

@@SouthMainAuto I am wanting both 6.0 liter diesels in my Superduty and Excursion ARE quieter. The new diesels are very quiet. Exactly right!

[@brnmcc01]

@@SouthMainAuto I was surprised you didn't sell him a new belt, you know, "while we're in there". Literally zero extra labor to just put a new belt on. Maybe that one was in really good shape, couldn't see belt condition that well on the video.

[@ianwally818]

Every Chevy truck owner wishes their tick tick noise was just the tensioner. great video.

[@SouthMainAuto]

Very true

[@ebenwaterman5858]

In most garages, the louder the belt tensioner, the more expensive it is. ;)

[@rbailey225]

Been watching for years and never heard the "batphone" ring before.

[@buscuttbutchie]

This guy is my hero! Eric is so knowledgeable when it comes to all aspects of Automotive Repair. I live in Brooklyn New York and I'm going to send him my 2007 GMC Yukon Denali to diagnose and I'm sure he will find a problem as so many others have failed in diagnosing the dreaded P0300😢 I know he will definitely find the issue and solve the problem! I am a huge huge fan

[@dennisharvey4499]

Very useful video to show how to isolate parts and make a quick diagnosis. Never too silly Eric.

[@lightcapmath2777]

There are no silly videos from you, all have worth. Thank you SMA. Erick and wife and feline. Blessings DVD:)

[@mattbrown5511]

I thought that GMC was going for a little trip, straight to the boneyard. Your diagnostic skills saved the day.

[@brnmcc01]

I thought it was going to be on it's way for a final trip to Bath, NY. To Wilbert's pick a part. 😁😁

[@CARyan08]

FMP, Factory Motor Parts is out of Minneapolis, largest ACDelco Distributor in the country by dollar volume and foot print. Over the past 20 years, half a dozen of the big ACDelco distributors have been buying up independent parts operators that have multiple stores. (Jobbers) FMP has access to ACDelco and Motorcraft OEM parts, as well as all the other big brands like Gates etc.

[@ricebike]

Thank, was scrolling through to see what is FMP... So a more direct store besides rock Auto parts 👍

[@scottmcmillan5085]

"That sounds a lot better!" That, sir, is the understatement of the year!!! Well done!! Need more honest and reliable people/mechanics like you in the world. "I thought it was going to put a lot of part numbers in the bottom of the oil pan." had me lol, truly enjoy the dry wit and humor from you.

[@mrrobot545]

I work for Factory Motor Parts. We bought all the Auto Plus Stores in the area. We supply Genuine original equipment GM and Motorcraft Parts. OE AC Delco and Motorcraft batteries. Along with aftermarket parts, Drive products Moog etc.. Probably cheaper than your local dealer too, Which FMP supplies parts too. Thank you Eric for the great videos.

[@Tsnor150]

FMP --- "not a sponsor" But you got a shot at it, Napper is slow to pull the trigger.

[@davidbaldwin2729]

why does Mr O call you "fast freddies" ?

[@tonya3872]

Definitely a great supplier! Use them alot , Webster Ny!

[@leonkernan]

Mrs O with the correct diagnosis there.

[@chrishartley1210]

Quicker than Eric too!

[@lvsqcsl]

I love it when Eric mimics the noises a vehicle makes with his mouth; especially the turbo. GREAT VIDEO!

[@92Pony]

And his torque wrench click. ;)

[@southernrrman]

I'm impressed. Didn't even need a code reader!

[@michellemain8768]

I appreciate you showing us some of these things too. Its nice to know something so horrible could be so "simple."

[@johnpereira822]

Wow that sounded terrible I was expecting no oil but was all that noise for a tensioner

[@SouthMainAuto]

Same lol

[@flagmichael]

Decades ago I had a 1970 Volvo 145. Driving it home from work on the freeway I heard the unmistakable sound of a rod knock. I got it home and dropped the pan... no loose rod bearings! The sound, even at pull-through, was actually coming from under the timing cover. The fiber ringed timing gear had separated, with the fiber piece riding up until it slapped back down. I replaced the gear and all was well.

[@pauldormont4470]

Been there done that with my 145 somewhere on Vermont Route 29 east of Schuylerville, NY. I pulled the timing cover in the Summer sun while my work partner first hitched to town for a 1 1/16" socket and then to Albany for a timing set ($110.00). Installed the new gears, tightened the nut and snapped the end right off the camshaft. What a day! We still had to go to Marine city, Michigan and I was burned to a sun-fired crisp. Good times. Not quite 50 years ago!

[@TheBry_Guy]

Not so small a blessing to have a life life partner that "gets" what you do. If I'm out in the driveway DIYing it to trade $1000 in shop labor for knuckle wounds, all my wife usually says to me is "are you done playing around yet? I need to go save 2$ because mayo is on sale!"

[@scannerlanier471]

Welcome to my world bro. Really has no appreciation for my saving money by DIYing things. I can't start car repair because she has a nail appt. Yet I have to dyi car repair so we can afford her nail appt.

[@richard1835]

The GDI injector install should be a great video.

[@Buckswoodshop]

Bowl of cereal and a SMA video will get your day started right! 👍👍

[@stephenjackson9555]

The best videos are when Mrs O’ appears and the interaction with you. It’s obvious that you two are a based couple and still like each other! This is saying a lot for marriage! It can work, even at work with the right mate! Plus, you gave me hope for my GMC Sierra! Thought for sure the DMF took out the cam when I heard you start that truck

[@Bowhunters6go8xz6x]

Eric, I kind of get a chuckle every time you talk about GM vehicles. I have a 2001 GMC Sierra Z71 with a 5.3L V8 that I bought new off the local GMC dealership car lot back in 2001 and it runs great and it still has its original belt tensioner, and original engine, trans, transfer case, differential, water pump, alternator, exhaust, etc etc so they can last a while.

[@karenboles4542]

You are a mechanical genius. The way you attack a malfunction from code number through your paid wiring service, following power and ground until you discover the problem. Your corrosion expectations many times direct you to the simplest of solutions. I wish i lived closer to you.

[@johndickerson9328]

I love that it turned out to be something simple. We always expect the worst, and hope for the best. And thank GOD for the blessings 🙌. Nice video Eric 🎉

[@Hey_Its_That_Guy]

Short or long, easy or complicated, we love them all! Thanks for being honest, Mr. O.

[@JohnLaidlaw]

It's nice to know that not every terrible rattle will mean a catastrophic failure and a big bill.

[@andrewruble7706]

I was so happy to see it was just the Tension Pulley!! I have a Chevy with the exact Motor and boy did that noise scare me. Thanks for showing us its not Always the worst case.....Eric this was by no means a "silly" video. As I said above I can't be the only GM 5.3 owner that had a lump in their throat when you first started it. The amount of exhales when you found the pulley was heard around the world!

[@kens.3729]

Silly video or Not, they ALL Help Pay the Bills so Mrs. O can go Shopping and Cook both of you some Great food in her Kitchen. 👍🙏

[@JoseSilveira-newhandleforYT]

When a part diagnoses itself 🙂

[@johncooper4637]

It was definitely NOT a wasted video, I never thought about removing a belt to run the engine as a diagnostic tool. Thank you.

[@ricebike]

Yeah, I usually just spin each pulley by hand to feel/hear anything

[@JacobEcret]

Ooooo a video. A tick!? That sounds horrendous. I thought it was going to sound like my gmc, got a lifter tick, old 5.3. Tick tick tick, all the time. My bet on the red one is either a water pump failure or maybe timing chain. 🤷‍♂️ *I was wrong*

[@SouthMainAuto]

Yeah I was half expecting to hear the common GM tick of the manifolds when it is cold. Surprised me a little lol

[@JacobEcret]

@@SouthMainAuto I bet!

[@blueboats]

Maybe "a silly video" but it's very amusing and it put a smile on my face on this all too early morning

[@rogergoins8118]

Good to see Mrs.O! You deserve an easier job from time to time.

[@Stover1928]

NOT a silly video! Genius mechanic had it narrowed to accessory area before pulling it in the garage. Love your stuff. The other guy might have tried to sell a new engine. Integrity Honesty you

[@petemedina8446]

Dang that was very loud and scary it sound like something was about to let go in the engine today with the customers lucky day turn out to be something simple instead of major work good job Eric has always😂😂

[@ducky1496]

Thanks for showing some of the more mundane repairs. Not everything has to be a knock down drag out!!!!

[@musicktx]

Any video is great! They all give me enjoyment, and memories of growing up in a gas station.

[@skipstevson9457]

Hello Mr O! That was only easy because of all the experience you have! Also, Love the narration. That's a major part of SMA. Great video and good to see Mrs O. Be safe and have fun.

[@johnkranyics281]

Great to see parts from Canada being used. 👍👍🇨🇦

[@DIYDaveOK]

Thanks as always, Eric!

[@edtaylor6252]

I been watching your channel for years and your content is about as educating as you can get. Thanks.

[@cliffordkanuhojr.6998]

Always a pleasure to see your skills and enthusiasm in what you do…great video and thanks for sharing

[@russellwilkey390]

I finally got to use your tape around the socket trick .i was in a tight spot and it worked, thank you

[@graemepaul8748]

Great coffee time video, 👍.

[@Hubjeep]

GREAT video! This shows things aren't always what they seem!

[@crazyoilfieldmechanic3195]

I put an 06, 6.0 engine in my 62 GMC and I smelled rubber burning and shut it off quick. The idler pully bearing had desentigrated and the belt was getting abused. I started it long enough to coast down the hill in town and was very happy the local parts store had one and loaned me a 15 mil wrench to change it out. Sometimes it's easy peasy 👍

[@porkchop4604]

Love the GMC comment.....Get More Check$. Has to be the fastest fix ever on SMA! keepnem coming.

[@johnnychun59]

I think he said Get More Chicks. 😆

[@rickharper1497]

Happy for the truck owner, Good Morning Mrs. O.

[@wingman8447]

Easy peasy. Not bad for a GM. You’re an honest man.

[@elcheapo5302]

Bet that customer was REALLY happy to get that phone call.

[@Mr-Mag00]

Super job as always South Main Auto LLC! And the Videos are never too silly you are teaching the masses, and that = Priceless for those who are not aware. My 1992 BMW is rattling this spring when I took it out of storage, I'm afraid to look but you give me new hope that maybe it won't be the water pump and this old guy can relax.👍

[@aarondean8299]

That guy passing by and tooting the horn is just another happy customer. YOUR the Best. Aaron from Canada.

[@whatsthatnoise954]

What a racket that was making! Thanks for sharing.

[@EugeneGacki4545]

love watching all your videos . great value in your knowledge to share with people like me. i can fix some things but do run into my own problem of confidence to attack some items. i try to learn from making mistakes because i am hard on myself if i do. Keep those videos coming and thanks again.

[@jayjudd6518]

❤ I’m liking your troubleshooting.

[@vincebowling1778]

It’s amazing how much noise can resonate from a bad tensioner. Great video! 👍

[@nickinflorida777]

Short video and sweet! Thanks Eric and Mrs O. Blessings!

[@stanthurman9008]

Thank You for being so honest , hope you and Mrs. O have a wonderful day .

[@zeke1eod]

That is another reason I will be a lifelong viewer, honesty, integrity, and straightforward. Stay safe, and God bless

[@glenharper3136]

Thanks for the video Eric. Good to to see the Lovely Mrs. O.

[@Mike44460]

@ 5:14, Can't help myself. Way back when Steve Allen had his 11:?? PM show I'd stay up Friday nights and watch it, late 50s early 60s. You could hear a car horn outside honk on air, and Steve, no matter what he was involved in, would yell, "I'll be right out" as do I mentally to this day. I guess it's an age thing.

[@johnmaranuk1842]

@southmainauto Great diag! Quick and to the point. Saved that fella alot of money. Youre awesome!

[@brianm4312]

Your really awesome at what you do, Thanks

[@SouthMainAuto]

I appreciate that!

[@johnmaranuk1842]

Definitely not silly video. You sir, are a blessing. Saved your customer tons of money! Im sure he will be breathing fresh now.

[@Tsnor150]

Enjoyed this video. Nice to see something light and easy. Aside Mrs O for the win == "that's not a manifold"

[@jerryking2418]

Good job. Amazing how loud a bearing can get.

[@ohiomoto]

Than you for the quiet stool.

[@shaneharrison4775]

Well done Mr O always refreshing to see a great mechanic with integrity so many out there without lately.

[@murphymmc]

Definitely not a wasted video. It's the kind of fix we always hope for when it's our own rig, but rarely get.

[@MH-ev3wr]

This was great. The little icons you use is hilarious, too, man.

[@emylrmm]

I'm now addicted to this channel. Great stuffl! Watching from Vancouver.

[@Pb_Slinger]

Share the channel folks! This is good content. Let’s take Eric O to one million subs!!!!

[@donspringer8222]

Especially helpful for someone who owns a 2014 GMC 1500. Great quick video...keep up the good ethical work! Actually suspected AFM/DOD at the beginning.

[@jmcenterprises9591]

Good, easy fix. Thanks Eric,

[@mike_dodane]

There are no silly videos. This type of stuff is really helpful for the do it yourselfers

[@legogummybear5]

Thanks Eric (and Mrs O) :-)

[@miceinoz1181]

Nothing is silly from SMA Eric, always something to learn.

[@michaelgudde9385]

Not a silly video at all, learn no matter what, plus the reactions of you and Mrs. O, totally worth it, belted out laughing hearing her reaction 😂 and yours in the beginning.