Hyundai Accent - From Pump Replacement To A Bearing Replacement

[@zedrone7975]

Amazing a real mechanic that repairs things and not just another "parts replacer"

[@RichieRich-l6s]

It's great to see a real mechanic that repair rather than replace! I'm sure it was much appreciated by the customer saving them a bunch!

[@sweetpeaz61]

That bearing was knackered! the cage holding the balls had disintegrated thats why there were big gaps in the bearing. The balls have to be spaced apart, if they run against each other the bearing will lock up as they will try to turn in opposite directions when they touch. the bearing size in the data on the bearing is 6203 thats a very common bearing the 2 RS means 2 x rubber seal if it had 2ZZ it would be 2 x metal seal and the J is the running clearance of the bearing (C3 for example is for very high speed applications) great repair, that will last. Great video as always

[@fulf]

I am just amazed that it wasnt a manufacture only special bearing.

[@jamescaron6465]

Great info. Thanks!

[@stevemarquez9628]

I just went and looked in the garage and I have some 6203 bearings left over from from a Hayward pool pump. The 6203 bearings ARE everywhere.

[@johnnyblue4799]

@@stevemarquez9628 Including in my lawn mower if I remember correctly.

[@Gregjohnson-gd9go]

Very common in alternators and some gear reduction starters

[@BigEasyTrucking]

I live in the state of Washington. I’d be willing to drive 3 days just to come to you because you’re the BEST mechanic I’ve ever witnessed. God Bless you my Brother

[@nickaa827]

Same here from commiefornia

[@douglasberry8033]

I would love eric to work on my cars but driving from the uk the trouble and strife would not have it

[@nickaa827]

@@douglasberry8033 😂 Excuses excuses, just take your car on a cruise boat

[@HansPD]

Same, but I would have to ship it from Norway - and it's a Tesla... I don't think Mr. O would even touch one of those! Great video as always!

[@u2mister17]

@@HansPD You think correctly.

[@bobkinney7913]

That"Alldeez NUTS" sign is top shelf!!!!! I found myself continuously drawn to it!

[@TheBry_Guy]

gotta love those nuts from Aldi's.... 😄

[@johnnyblue4799]

@@TheBry_Guy Nice one, but I guess alldeez is a homophone for all these.

[@Buckswoodshop]

LOL!

[@mochs3869]

I was going to say - 30 minutes in before I finally noticed that sign sitting right there lol

[@threeputtpar6927]

@@Buckswoodshop hey is that your sticker under the nuts?

[@Latarian_HoodRat]

Seriously, that brake cleaner reveal makes me smile every single time.

[@GeminiSeven43]

I laugh every time I know that it's silly but that's funny!!!!!!

[@dalesparks8512]

Eyechrometer..priceless

[@jaymzx0]

Honestly, I saw it in the first SMA video I watched and I knew it was my kind of channel from then on.

[@robhunter2435]

Me too I love it

[@vonJaerschky]

He needs to bring back the sheep sound effects for Fluid Film.

[@ronaldbrosius7488]

This is exactly why your company has steadily grew! Your customers know they have a excellent, honest mechanic working on their vehicles, if they actually go somewhere else, I Guarantee they will be back!!

[@jumpinjojo]

*Grown *An excellent *If they go somewhere….

[@shenanigans8apeach]

Facts

[@dot7107]

@jumpinjojo, omg 🥱

[@stephenmeeks684]

Has steadily grown.

[@gadasavideos8564]

The KZbin grammar police lol

[@troy9616]

Not a weird video. Just a real guy in a real shop, being transparent.

[@keithstudly6071]

That's not normal, that's ...well, sadly weird!

[@calholli]

So transnormal.. What is the world coming to

[@natal777]

The bolt hitting the pully is what wiped out the bearing! Nice work changing it.

[@FreddyLangley]

That's what i thought. The impacts on the bolt would put a lot of stress on the bearing.

[@shemp308]

You have to be one of the last true blue mechanics left in the country! 40 years ago, when I worked in a shop, this is how we would have done the repair. It's good to see mechanics still exist! Good job.

[@TheNascar991]

I've been in this business for 46yrs and mechanics are far from good these days..but,i must admit,YOU ARE FREAKING AWESOME.!! it's so nice to see a real mechanic..I could tell so many stories..but please keep talking as you're doing it for all of us.✌️

[@fixandrepair6666]

It's nice to see someone fixing things these days, not just replacing them. Good job.

[@ozhoo]

6203-2RS bearings are a dime a dozen and super versatile. In addition to Hyundai power steering pumps they're in mower spindles, small engines, pumps and transfer cases, 4 wheels and countless other things.

[@fixerofthings]

I've learned to keep a couple on hand. It seems that most idler and tensioner pulleys use those bearings.

[@chrisjackson9102]

I just bought 10 packs of 627, 608, and R6 (3/8 ID) on my last Amazon order, just to have on-hand.

[@charlietanner6211]

alternators also all kinds

[@Fix_It_Again_Tony]

Hitachi uses them in their power steering pumps as well. I have a few Hitachi pumps sitting around from Nissans. Interestingly, these bearing have a metal shield instead of a rubber seal on the backside.

[@toyota38]

@@Fix_It_Again_Tonyyes, just FYI the 2RS is for 2 rubber seals and Z or ZZ stands for one or two shields.

[@pdanieldusome]

That is how you take care of your customers. A low risk repair on a vehicle that may be high mileage, given the year. As others have said, the 'new' pump would have likely had a shorter life than this fix. Keep keeping it real, Mr. O!

[@mejesse809]

wrong

[@josephdalonges8718]

What a hack. You call yourself “a mechanic” and gave that car back to the customer without actually replacing the faulty part! JUST KIDDING! That repair is 10 times better than replacing it with a cheap aftermarket Napa pump. Maybe an oem pump does just as well but I am of the school of repair anytime you can instead of replace. A lot of mechanics would never consider repair but I’m glad you did! Keep up the great work

[@OldePhart]

The Brakekleen sound makes me giggle every damn time. Thanks for bringing it back.

[@tjhanlonjr]

You saved a customer money she knows the risk if it happens again she will have a new power steering pump. I would be happy as all get out knowing my mechanic cared about me enough to help me save money. Eric your a good guy

[@jhaedtler]

It is so very nice to see a mechanic that can actually rebuild a pump, Instead of just R &R ing them! Thanks for the great videos!

[@tjroelsma]

Most pumps can't be rebuilt though: the rotor is often made of plastic and due to the bad bearing that rotor probably has been destroying itself by grinding on the housing for quite some time. Then there's the money issue: replacing the whole pump is simply cheaper than having a mechanic taking it apart and rebuilding it. Eric can do it simply because this channel pays for the extra costs.

[@6lles6ber]

@@tjroelsma naaah, u just cant give guarantee to old pump with new bearing and seals, it's way easyer to buy new cheap and have like 1-2 year part guarantee

[@BillMalcolm-tn3kq]

Really? Did Eric take three hours to rebuild the pump? You know his hourly rate is about $100. SMA ain't located in downtown Ithaca.

[@darkerbinding6933]

Fixing the pump was a great move. Way better than the new junk parts. I'd trust you to take it apart and fix it, any day.

[@GolfMike09]

👍👍The repair will last longer than anything made in 'you know where'.

[@jimhaines8370]

The cage has disintegrated so the balls are no longer separated to keep them even as they should be, some cages are metal some are plastic and some are like a phenolic material. I'm sure the pump with new bearing will out live the high quality ride.

[@ET_Don]

I agree. The pump with new bearing will probably also out live the new aftermarket pump that was on the way.

[@steveo6631]

So good to see fixes like this in our disposable society... I'd rather have the new bearing than a "new" pump that probably has plastic internals wrapped in a cheap pot metal case... 2 thumbs up... Regards

[@Dirtyharry70585]

That chinesuim bearing ground that ball bearing to metallic paste.

[@BillMalcolm-tn3kq]

Can't figure out what you're saying. China has nothing to do with the KBC brand, Korea Bearing Company, owned by Schaeffler Group of Germany, one of the biggest automotive parts companies in the world. China doesn't even enter the equation here. I mean, if you were Hyundai, a Korean company, why bother using Chinese parts when Korea can make 'em across the street just as cheap? And likely much better. The replacement bearing was made in Italy. Not everything is made in China by the Hoo Flung Dung Co out of recycled bottle caps from India. Thank goodness.

[@tdotw77]

​@@BillMalcolm-tn3kq "Hoo Flung Dung" is hilarious man! Good one!😅😂😅😂 I think he was just assuming ut was a cheap Chinese bearing that failed and wasn't aware the 3 random letters were representing the koren bearing co instead. To be fair there are many cheap chinese bearings around too👍🏻

[@donrodgers283]

I’m 72, my dad had a junkyard and a repair shop. The things I watched my dad and his employees do still amaze me. My first was car a 62 corvette that he made out of 2 recks and made one. I still own that car today. They rebuilt everything from the radiator to the differential. I see nothing wrong with what you did. Screw the keyboard know it alls. You’re running a business and keeping customers happy.

[@RacerRoss]

I really like the way you take care of your clients. Not just throwing parts at the car, but rebuilding parts.

[@EMERYE77]

Great video. My Uncle used to rebuild starter motors back in the late 60’s and 70’s instead of replacing them to save his customers money. Customers appreciate the extra effort and word of mouth brought more customers.

[@CraigGrant-sh3in]

Usually it was the bendex which was an easy cheap fix unless it was a Chrysler starter which were totally junk.

[@Alboalt]

I needed a new CV joint last year, and the guy I use said it would be cheaper and better to rebuild the joint than buy the whole axle assembly, because they were crap.

[@LostInThe0zone]

Back in the 60s and 70s most "accessories" were rebuildable.

[@wilbilt]

I remember buying GM starter solenoid rebuild kits that contained the copper contact bolts and the contact disc. You could fix that 'click click click' for about $1.00 and a few minutes of time.

[@johnt.848]

@@CraigGrant-sh3in Bendix was the manufacturer, not a part.

[@thedogbarber]

Just signed up as a member. I've been indulging in the SMA goodness from waaaay back and it's the least I can do for all that you've given me. I had the flu about 6 years ago and I was on the couch for weeks...thought I was gonna die and all I did during that time, sunrise to sunset, was watch SMA videos, sometimes multiple times. You've saved my sanity and educated me on so many levels. I am but a humble DIY'r myself and most of your diag stuff shoots over my head, but through alot of repetition I've actually learned alot. I sincerely appreciate all you do for us common folk out here. I know you have days where you just don't want to do this, but know we all appreciate it. Even if it's stuff you've done time and time again, repition is key for simple fellas such as myself. Heck, from afar, we've even seen your kids grow up in the background. I know it bugs you that many of us build you up to be some perfect mechanic that can't make mistakes, but i appreciate your humility that you've always maintained. Thank you and Mrs. O for all you do for us. Love always, Matt. 😅 P.S. ...now about those outros.

[@SouthMainAuto]

Lol I make most people go insane. Glad to get you through and glad you enjoy the content :)

[@ChrisVargasrpht2000chris]

And this is why you are king, Mr.O's remanufactured power steering pumps. When others just slap a new one you remind us how to rebuild one. Great job. By the way, I thought you would forget the brake clean sound.

[@Rx4Lyfe]

Is that a reference to a TV ad?

[@ChrisVargasrpht2000chris]

@@Rx4Lyfe nope

[@paulwoodall2377]

Life of being a mechanic. The inquizivness gets you everytime.

[@TStheDeplorable]

Back when the world was still black and white, I went with dad to the auto parts store many times to buy rebuild kits for broken pumps, alternators, and starters. It's sad that rebuilding is no longer the norm. It feels great to take something that is 95% good and return it to 100%, instead of throwing it away.

[@SouthMainAuto]

Ahhh the good ol' days.... Back when men were men and women couldn't have a peni..... ahhh well you know

[@robbillings2516]

@@SouthMainAuto never a truer word spoken! Or typed.

I assume back then parts and labour cost ratio was much closer to what we still have in eastern europe. Workers are not paid so well, but it means it is cheaper to rebuild something rather than replace.

[@andrewfidel2220]

Actually workers earned more on average back then, the 1% now take a significantly higher percentage of the pile. What's changed is automation in the manufacturing process has lowered the stored labor in the replacement part.

[@JT-lq4yd]

Just a few years ago, I was able to get AC Delco "wiper inserts" made in Japan for my Chevy at my local dealership for $7 each. These lasted around 2 years here in north of the PR Illinois. Yeah, they are no longer available 😢.

[@Jordendog]

Good to see original rebuilt. Now she`s ready for the car show.

[@lugnutgmc]

I was gonna have to unsubscribe if you didn't open up that old bearing to see what it looked like inside, but you delivered! I was ready to throw you a $5 tip if you ordered an extra bearing from NAPA just to open it up and count its balls. Thanks for what you do Eric, I really enjoyed this one!

[@htownblue11]

I came for Eric O’s insight. I stayed for the brakeKleen sound effect. Bravo 👏 👏

[@sicily6740]

Mr. O - as a long time user of no-line bifocals, I can report there's a certain charm to be able to read without needing longer arms. I concede glasses are a PITA and attract dust, oil and moisture from great distances. Fun video.

[@TheOnespeedbiker]

As another KZbin channel mechanic says, "its only temporary unless it works".😊 And yes those bearings are very common; I've used the identical bearings in the hubs of my bicycle wheels (it does appear the internal bearing cage disintegrated).

[@shadetreeknucklehead3675]

Dude, so nice to see you doing what most of us do with our old cars - fix it the cheapest way possible. Also - it was nice to see you a little unsure. Normally you do some super human craziness, the tell us mere mortals that if you can do it - we can do it. Yeah right lol.

[@garyharms8466]

I really enjoyed this video. When I was young my dad taught me how to rebuild alternators. The last time I tried to do one nobody in the area carried the brushes or diodes, everything is disposable now.

[@nickaa827]

I chose $30 rebuild kit for my denso alt rather than $200 cheap aftermarket. So glad i did, it only needed two new brushes and it's been running great for 2.5 years

[@commietube_censorship_sucks]

I had no choice but to replace my last alternator as the road salt corroded the case so bad that it cracked and locked up. Thanks a lot Penn DOT.

[@abevigoata5761]

Best bolt repair channel on the tubes. No bolt parts required. Ivan approved.

[@georgejetzon3833]

It's nice to see someone actually FIX something! Thanks Eric, you're a real inspiration!!

[@patrickreynolds801]

In 06 I worked with a mechanic that had 50 years on semi trucks. He taught me old school would rebuild starters alternators water pumps etc. Everything is built it's just finding the parts. That bearing is probably used in many applications. Great work. Old school

[@danabbott2398]

Nice work. You checked all the boxes to assure the repair was reliable. Not always do you have access to desired parts. When parts are limited, you do what you can. Getting the customer up and running is what is important.

[@scowell]

Love this kind of content... Pine Hollow without the dorkiness... saving money for the customer... having fun... creating content for the home-gamer.

[@udrtydog1]

E-Man!! I have an '08 Optima 185k miles and I got a dolla' says the PS pumps are EXACTLY the same unit! This video has been saved for posterity! That bearing is less than 13 bucks!

[@mojunk19]

A real old school auto repair, who would’ve thought in today’s world a mechanic would do a real repair. Great video like always.

[@williamgagnonroadboxservice]

I’ve been swinging a wrench since I was 12 my father and uncles used to race cars and we would rebuild them after they smashed them up. Bring them to the next race. I am now 69 so you do the math. To this day, I still rebuild, alternators starters, wheel cylinders and caliber assemblies, and my local. NAPA dealer says I’m about the last to order these parts and I must admit sometimes I have to order them online, but I look for quality builders Never had a come back with a leak or a problem. Lucky I guess. Lastly, let me say, Ivan and I are very proud of you . Have a safe and happy New Year’s

[@BigEightiesNewWave]

Having grown up helping dad work on cars, then doing so myself, it is amazing to some people, that in my free time, I watch other people work on cars. To me, it is just normal, and a learning experience.

[@brucejones2354]

For those who worry about the wear patterns.... if the rotor is symmetrical put it in upside down from where it was. It will be as though it were new. In my years as a mechanic I've never had a problem with rebuilding pumps. My Dad owned an excavating company and those machines were filled with hydraulic pumps, gear, vane, variable displacement piston pumps and I rebuilt all of them. Seems to me that you do excellent work. Thanks for your time you spend making videos.... I certainly enjoy the ongoing humor!

[@yngveamundsen5184]

Many bearings have plastic/resin ball retainer cages, and without proper lubrication these cages will just disintegrate, being ground to dust between the surfaces and finally leave the bearing balls free floating like we saw in this bearing. Manufacturers claim to have "lifetime lubricated" bearings, well, that's a truth with modifications, and they often do not specify what a "lifetime" is. And if they do, it's often stated in VERY small print. SKF also have these plastic/resin cages, but they also have bearings with metal cages and no matter what, they use GOOD grease for lubrication. So I guess the pump vanes will wear out long before that bearing does. But given the ammount of salt on the roads in the area, I suspect that the car in question will end up at Wilbert's long before that! 😁 And Eric; Sir, you did exactly what I would have done in the same situation!

[@jesstreloar7706]

25:20 The cage that spaces the balls equally apart is missing. Good call as stated.

[@ryand4786]

One of the best cars Hyundai ever made. Easy to work on, cheap on fuel, and little to no issues. Drove a 2007 accent for 12 years and only got rid of it because the body was rotting

[@x_x_w_]

That was the end of the generation when Hyundai cared about quality. I had a 2005 sonata that I did the same as you. Now, won't touch them.

[@ferrumignis]

My wife had an Accent for around 6 years and the only thing that went wrong in that whole time (apart from wear items like tyres and brakes) was the reverse light switch on the gearbox stopped working. Super simple to replace, and the part was quite cheap. Probably the most reliable car either of us have ever owned.

[@commietube_censorship_sucks]

My 08 Elantra has been a surprisingly good car. It's nearing 240k and amazingly doesn't use any oil to speak of. I've gotten as high as 37 MPG, too.

[@bearing_aficionado]

As the official bearing aficionado of this channel, I do love me a good bearing video!

[@allanszast7579]

When you're in, you're in. You'll know it.....oh yes we will, with a smile on our face.

[@BlairPowley]

The eye-crometer comment and the Brake-kleen were the best! So great to watch!

[@tomoakhill8825]

I LOVE *!LOVE*! this video. It is Eric O all the way down. Eric is a Grand Master Mechanic. He can't stand to just replace the pump, but just _has_ to take a peek to see what is wrong. HAS TO ! Then he can not stop himself from doing the repair. WTF! Just get the replacement pump and slap it in. NO NOPE Not doing that. Love you Eric O. This video made my day. It filled me with joy.

[@sohcahtoa5786]

Nice job. An uncaged failed bearing fixed by an honest old school mechanic. I’m sure you’ll have one happy customer there.

[@marshalllarson8970]

I am also OKAY with the bearing. I have done it to my own cars, trucks, tractors, lawn mowers, and for many of my customers. Good job.

[@Roboticdoughbull3k]

Another fine job Eric, chinese power steering pump has left the chat.

[@gregadams558]

Eric rebuilds power steering pump Sounds great. Hyundai engine throws a rod under idle.

[@quantumleap359]

That little pump will work flawlessly for another 40K miles easy. No worries. Good job Dr. O.

[@danielbutler578]

Back in the 90's, I had a 69 AMC Ambassador that I bought cheap and fixed up to be my daily driver. The power steering pump had a bad seal on the shaft and a replacement pump was rare and expensive. I took the seal out and got it matched by size. A $3 part fixed it well enough that I never needed to add fluid for as long as I had that car. I took that car to Houston Texas 3 times. The first trip was 18 hours overnight in thunderstorms until we were 2 hours from Houston. It made the return trip in a little over 12 hours. On the

[@KSMike1]

I well remember doing these component level repairs on pumps, alternators, etc. back in the day, but it’s shocking to see a pro doing it today. Well done!

[@OldMan854]

You are a TRUE mechanic as opposed to a parts changer. 👏👏👏👏👏

[@wesleypulkka7447]

Eric, early in my ownership of a 4 year old Travelall I replaced the bearings in the alternator 11 years later everything still worked perfectly when I sold the truck to a contractor. I've installed wheel and master cylinder kits etc. I saved hundreds of $ doing that. Good on you!

[@williamschmitz971]

I enjoy knowing tat there's still 'mechanics' out there that'll take the time to try and actually repair something rather than just replace it! I remember back in the 80's repairing A/C pumps now they'll just throw a new one at it!! Great content Eric O!!

[@RaymondEldridge-lm8dk]

It’s nice to see someone repair something old school

[@vincentlallo6543]

loved this video. a new technician is only taught to replace not repair

[@DanClark-r4b]

Great job, truly old school mechanicing! It was once common to do this with parts available from many parts suppliers. I started working on 40s & 50s era cars in the mid 60's and replaced hundreds of bearings and bushings in water pumps, starters, generators, and the like.

[@richtfox]

What a great mechanic, thinking of your customers all the time.😊

[@timbush8544]

I too have heard that noise. We were in the great North, Bigfoot! I'll never forget it

[@JoseSilveira-newhandleforYT]

Great job, Eric! It's so rewarding to see a pump repaired, instead of replacing it! Of course, the "wear patterns" will ruffle some feathers, but I don't think it will become a problem, for a very long time - just polish a little different (after all, it's hardened steel on hardened steel).

[@douglash3129]

Hi Eric, again, this is why you have an outstanding reputation in your Community, YOU TAKE CARE OF YOU PEOPLE! Good job Mr O.!

[@THEDUDE0410]

You have to be the best mechanic ever. Also you never lets us down.

[@kevins5259]

Great job Eric! Saving someone a little money these days is a nice way to do business. Great channel.

[@johnaclark1]

"Welcome back to the Pine Hollow Auto Diagnostics channel"....Almost no parts required. Having had too many comebacks from the chinese "new" power steering pumps I think that was a WAY better fix.

[@Roger21989]

Mr. O, you and Ivan are the best “real mechanics”! You give me hope!

[@douglash3129]

The blade spindles for my lawn tractor uses the same bearings! I have 2 sets of spindles,I keep 2 on the shelf with new bearings,so I just change the spindles when needed and replace the bearings in the bad ones. I also remove the seals on one side of the new brgs. so I can grease them! I drilled and tapped the housings for a fitting! Easy Peasy!

[@Sicktrickintuner]

John deere im guessing

[@gadasavideos8564]

They put a grease nipple in the housing yet the bearings are sealed both sides.

[@BigEightiesNewWave]

Eric O has changed my outlook on NY. I used to only think of NYC, but UPSTATE, is much different.

[@CS-cx9gp]

Another great video! The triumph of man over machine and the parts supply chain

[@Robalo-2660]

Great job Erick! I don't know of another mechanic other than myself that would attempt to save that that pump. You're the best!!

[@sidvis7235]

Loved the video! That's the way we did things in my day. That, and 4 barrel carburetors, starters, alternators and generators. What changed is labour rates began to outbpace the price from assembly line rebuilders. Used to feel great satisfaction when everything worked out.

[@jbrhel]

Erik, you're a great man. Your honesty, integrity, and dedication shine. Thanks. Happy New Year to you and your family. "Torqued to factory specs."

[@chrisrichard298]

6203 is an EXTREMELY common bearing size. I used to fix small engine type stuff and I used those all the time for mower spindles, even some wheel bearings on go-carts, all kinds of stuff. Great repair!

[@tallguy8452]

The art of repair! Rather than tossing parts at it. Another well done job.

[@Hooch737]

Mr O, I’ve shadely (is that a word?😝) turned wrenches for a moon or two and you TEACH me something every time. Thank you. Your spectrum of influence goes beyond that of which you’ll ever know!

[@spelunkerd]

It’s refreshing to see a pro use a technique more often reached for in the diy world. You need to charge for your time, and warranty might be tricky when pump is not replaced.

[@Latarian_HoodRat]

ERIC! ERIC! He's our man! If he can't fix it, NO ONE CAN!

[@YouAllKnowBob]

Like you said, this is the way mechanics always used to repair things! And a lot of the newer stuff is probably just as easy to do but the problem is finding the replacement bearings, seals, brushes etc. Since we've become a replace instead of fix society no one stocks the parts anymore! Nice refreshing video to see real mechanic work! Thanks! 👍👍

[@robertswartzwelder8810]

Nice work! Dad ran a garage when I was a kid (1970s-80s) fixing farmers trucks. He used to rebuild starters and alternators all the time, and bitched because fuel pumps were no longer rebuildable. Nice video! Thanks for sharing!

[@jjpol-ih1uu]

I must be the same age as your dad .I still repair repair alternators and starters ,but now just industrial types. Automotive stuff is mostly throw away when they fail it is to costly to repair them ,even the cheapest of the cheap ones have a 1 year warranty in most cases .A shop can never compete with that. When I first started in that trade I rebuilt mostly generators, starters ,magnetos distributers clutches and water pumps . For me it makes me sad to see the path that the mechanical trades has gone down ,

[@jamespeterson686]

The upside is that you did the owner a big favor. The downside is that you own the pump if it has issues. I’m sure you did the best thing. Being a good guy has burned me a few times but the positive recognition has probably gotten me a lot of business.

[@AlAmantea]

Eric, 6203's are everywhere, and in everything! As others have said, the cage was likely vaporized by the side loading of the shaft from the loose bolt hitting the pulley. It's quite obvious she drove it that way for a long time (or a few long trips). It's also a low volume, medium pressure, hydraulic pump, that only generates somewhere between 1200 to 1500 PSI at full load. It will usually live most of it's life cruising down the highway at around 400 to 500 PSI when traveling straight ahead, and only hit those higher pressures when she turns full lock to flip a B in the road. Having rebuilt quite a few hydraulic pumps in my days twisting a wrench, even if you did flip the vanes and the motor, it's basically giving it a 2nd life. We used to rebuild our pneumatic tools by doing that when they got a little weak to squeeze every ounce of life from them! That pump will outlive the car, and end up at Wilbert's U Pull It, where you'll end up recycling it for another one in 3 years...

[@bigbearvenom6145]

I've seen bearings like that when taken apart where it looked like it could use one more. But ive seen them where the inserted bearing balls were their was very slight tolerance between them. That's cool you gave her a warranty that's worth a lot !

[@metalmangle]

With the quality of parts/pieces we get now a days, It's easy to assume you need to replace rather than rebuild. Either way, job well done, Mr. O!

[@waynemontgomery8484]

I think in our industry repairing parts, went away because of the cost of labor. but with the crap we get for replacement parts may come back a little .Good vid.

[@peterhodgkins6985]

Amazingly well done! A complete overhaul with nearly no parts required! Brilliant. The fact that NAPA had 6 of those bearings in stock suggests that might not be the 1st time that's been done on this brand of car. The stove up bolt head and missing bearing roller suggests it may have not been THIS vehicle's 1st rodeo either. Whatever the case - Good repair and safe bet to offer a warranty!

[@luviskol]

Looks like those bearings are the equivalent of a 10mm bolt. Used in a lot of places

[@Sicktrickintuner]

Bearings are a common lego part in a bunch of things a 6030 isn’t uncommon like same as 6003 etc

[@chrisfreemesser5707]

I dunno Eric...if the quality of aftermarket replacement parts keeps going further and further down the toilet and OEMs keep raising the price of replacement parts to increasingly ridiculous amounts, you may end up having to rebuild more and more stuff like this so customers can afford to fix their cars and have the repairs last more than 5 miles. I'm all for it personally! And a very Merry Christmas to you and the family...I hope Santa is good to you this year!

[@SteelheadTed]

We are headed back in time!

[@TJ-oi5qe]

Great video, brings me back to my days as a hydraulic tech. Nice to see repair work.

[@DavidMackey-w4c]

Nice job Eric--always nice to be able to repair and not replace with aftermarket junk!!!

[@garymeredith2441]

Mr O you are a true mechanic ( NOT A Parts Changer ) and you know what you're doing and you did a great job here and you saved the customer a lot of money , thank you .

[@scottwieszchowski5522]

I love it, most people would have sat around, waiting for a replacement. Your approach is just what i would have done. You are great!

[@Fedwrench]

it's a Hyundai Accent. It's amazing that it's still running. Great old school repair. I don't think there's another shop that would take the time to rebuild the pump. I am curious about the bolt backing out rubbing against the pulley though. Great video!!!

[@andrewfidel2220]

Those shops are out there. I had a 2004 Pontiac Vibe AWD, they only made a few thousand of them. The rear diff was only good for about 65k miles. Mine got replaced at 65k with a crash donor, then at 120k it was making noise again, shop couldn't find a low mileage used unit so they contacted the ODM and got the specs for the gears in it, rebuilt it with new parts. It finally died a 3rd time at just under 200k miles and wasn't worth rebuilding again.

[@fredhoyt6900]

As a machine repairman, that was one of your best videos. Most automotive mexhanics are component replacers. That would like someone that could replace a fender calling themselves a bodyman.

[@applefordguy76]

Yessir that's a very common bearing used over allot of industries. Another great vid, had to chuckle at the "Hyundai thunder!" That's the sound they make before they make access ports in the block