The Lengths Some Automotive Shops Will go to Cover up Their Mistakes!

[@GrouseHiker]

Throughout my career and personal life (I'm 71), I have come across so much incompetence this doesn't surprise me. I have always tried to do everything myself, but when you find that gem of a person with integrity and knowledge they MUST be supported. I'm sure the demand for your services is very high. Keep up the good work!

[@keltecfan]

I'm fortunate enough to live within a reasonable drive of Brian's shop. I've been using Brian almost exclusively for any/all of my vehicle maintenance. I'm a retired mechanic/transmission builder that grew up in my dad's transmission shop. Brian is a rarity in his industry, an honest mechanic. I've been using Brian's services (& videos) since his mobile mechanic days. I send anyone that's looking for a good honest mechanic his way. His prices are fair and you're absolutely getting what you're paying for.

[@beardednomadvanlife6363]

@@keltecfan I wish he was local in my area in Pennsylvania cause my van home is having issues and I'm so scared of most garages in my area

[@mikejohnson6611]

God bless you I going to to. Start a timing Jody on my 5.4 3 vale it got the start up death rattle man I went to ford had a heart attack pray for me it take some time put I get it done I am 70 never say die

[@jr7441]

Brian’s detective work is bar none. He is showing his workmanship skills and ford expertise to help others. Keep killing it bro.

[@mathabroad8908]

Except that he unfairly trashes Jasper engines for 1 failure

[@lisc11]

If you love him so much you should marry him 😂

[@jr7441]

@@lisc11 I would why not lol

[@marcuscameron4264]

@@mathabroad8908 I have no experience, but after watching that vid read MANY reviews/horror stories. That was not based on just the one video you saw.

[@JimmyVaught]

This channel, South Main Auto, and to a lesser extent Legit Street Cars are my favorites for in depth repair content.

[@ChancetheCanine]

Brian you are a one of a kind mechanic, to bad there isn’t a thousand more like you!!

[@alphaomega8373]

I support cloning!

[@jasonortega8546]

Yes you are the most thorough mechanically inclined one of a kind with integrity that I can appreciate someone like you

[@JimmyMakingitwork]

Ouch.

[@dieseldabz7104]

There is, we don't all make KZbin videos however.

[@alphaomega8373]

@@dieseldabz7104 Great name DD :D

[@goldenboypromo9055]

At Firestone shop I went in for a realignment n water leak . They said I needed a new water pump n water hose for $ 850 parts n labor for my 2012 f150 XLT excluding realignment. I said oh man not ready for this . I went home looked up your video n wa-lah. Just a 35$ water hose . I fixed w your guidance. You are the best . Wish you were in so cal. 🙏

[@Dirtyharry70585]

Had a Goodyear shop quote mother in law $550 for a alternator on a ‘03 Honda! Rebuild Honda go for $150. Told my mil I’d do it free. Then I went back to GY and told them about law in Ohio preying on seniors. They came down to $250. MiL said for them to do it… Aholes some how punched a hole in her radiator doing a 20 minute job🤪! Let’s say karma bit them in the ass!

[@deezal1380]

Definitely need him in the LA area!!👍

[@timothyallen3027]

SoCal has most incompetent auto shops period. Zero diagnostic skills on anything newer than 25 years and no shops have factory scan tools. Pathetic.

[@FixIt1975]

I had a customer bring in an older explorer a few years ago. Coolant leak. He says shop up the street told him over a grand, water pump, radiator, tstat, hoses, all that. He wanted a second opinion. He left my shop after being charged a half hour, gallon of coolant and a worm drive hose clamp because the factory squeeze clamp had rusted in half. Yeah, it's really easy for us to rip people off and overcharge for repairs but I gotta answer to my maker someday

[@goldenboypromo9055]

@@FixIt1975 ty man

[@Squat5000]

That's why I don't trust most shops. You have a great track record so I respect everything you do

[@FishFind3000]

Shit even my local ford dealer broke a nipple off my turbo intake pipe and just jb welded it back together…. It’s plainly visible when you open the hood. They also said jack shit about it till I decided to check their handy work.

[@scientist100]

People named John Doe shouldn't be trusted at all.

[@ChancetheCanine]

@@scientist100 😂😂

[@albaker2938]

I hear you. I'm a tech at a Ford dealership and I don't trust us either🤣

[@jtugfestiva]

@@albaker2938 we had a guy that sucked so bad here at the Ford dealership. Every car he touched even just a regular oil change would come back. Such a sloppy technician.

[@DocHemi4268]

As a lifetime mechanic (35+ years), i love you videos, and have learned a lot. You never stop learning. Keep up the good work.

[@bigdaddymak1439]

I think the biggest problem other than these guys ethics is that they won't just admit when they don't know something. Only one thing worse than someone who doesn't know what they're doing is someone who doesn't know and thinks they know! Great work Brian

[@dm7097]

Heck, even some Ford dealer service departments can’t even do a “one and done” repair. And I speak from first hand experience. It’s very frustrating taking your vehicle in for a repair, even once much less multiple times.

[@WhittyPics]

Many dealers have shotty mechanics

[@dieseldabz7104]

Never once sent anything to any dealer

[@dieseldabz7104]

@@WhittyPics Ya idk about that, guess maybe where you live..

[@rey3468]

@@dieseldabz7104 everywhere. Most places aren't going to pay more than one or two master mechanics. It's much cheaper to hire the dudes strait out of tech school and have them shadow your master mechanic.

[@lynxstarautomotive208]

@@rey3468 yea. But the problem is we have a massive shortage of techs as millennials don’t even own a toolbox, much less know how to use tools. Zoomers prefer to be KZbin stars. So dealers are short handed. Which puts more stress on the techs that do know what they are doing, and forces the ones that don’t know what they are doing to take on jobs they are not trained for.

[@richc5684]

Love the work you do Brian. I’m OCD too and I totally agree with you. Cars these days REQUIRE a level of OCD. I did flat rate (crap rate) for a while and it is an absolute tragedy dealer shops and others put such a focus on production. I could not make enough money for the Ford dealer I used to work for but they didn’t care about the customer surveys put my quality at 97-100% I was let go for “being unprofitable”. I sincerely hope the industry realises flat rate died in the 80’s and put a focus on the quality over quantity. Good techs are hard to find.

[@hardcoretrout]

You rock brother! Most people will never recognize the impact a dishonest mechanic can have on a families day to day life until they are victimized by a one. I appreciate knowing there are good people in this field helping inform others.

[@paulsosa1872]

With inflation & the way the economy is everyone is money hungry cutting corners is the new norm. Techs these day are inexperience.

[@keepyourbilsteins]

Thanks Brian. 60% of the "tough problem" repair concerns I encounter are PMS, Previous Mechanic Syndrome. Catch a lot of cars that have bounced from shop to shop. They wind up getting referred to me. A lot of electrical concerns, but many mechanical problems due to plain old shoddy repair. Crap repairs so clever, it is sometimes very time consuming to figure out what the heck happened. Best of luck to you.

[@tcouty]

Great timing for this video. Just rebuilt the 5.4 in my 06 and I was getting low readings in power balance on one bank. Tore it back apart and sure enough it was off by one tooth on one bank. Buttoned it back up and ran great. Mistakes happen, but honesty and standing behind your work goes a long way.

[@undergod1987]

Soooo... Yeah I did the same with min 07 expedition... However I timed both phasers to L...... It ran but man horrible.. uh.. mistakes happen.. lol.. still felt like a total idiot.... But when corrected.. runs great 👍

[@undergod1987]

I wonder if raising the RPM would helped me on that... Lol

[@tcouty]

Actually it did. Power balance evened out above 1200 rpm. Truck ran surprisingly well for it being off a tooth but I could tell power was a little down

[@FleetTech97]

That’s the problem no one is honest anymore. We’re all human and we do make mistakes. Just admit it and fix it properly. Last year I did an alternator on a Honda CR-V and it’s in a very tight spot. Gotta remove the cooling fans and then wiggle the alternator out. Well I went to remove the alternator and it got stuck, I gave it a hard pull and it put a small hole in the radiator. I was so mad and upset but I called the customer and told him. I’m sorry I damaged your radiator but don’t worry I have a new one coming tomorrow and I will put a new one in for you. She was a little concerned but after picking up the car she was happy that I was honest with her about what happened. I lost money on the job but she has used my services a few more times since.

[@Harveje]

What were your issues? Reason is my 04 has a full bank one power balance dip BUT no codes at all just a slight rough idle. Off idle power balance flattens out.

[@nomation]

Brian, you should start a certification process for Mechanics. They can go to your school and when they graduate, they can receive a special certification. When we visit a Mechanic we can ask if they are "Brian Certified" . If you have a website we can check for Mechanics in our area that are certified by your school. We may have to pay a little more for service but we know it would be worth it. I am TOTALLY SERIOUS Brian. Love ya man!

[@joenugent9638]

First thing, thank you so much for your incredibly detailed and thorough knowledge and understanding you've shared. You're #1 and unmatched with this stuff. I finally bought an '07 f150 step side with the 5.4 3v (180,000) and I'm intending on making it reliable with your advice but for now I just want to replace the ring or valve guide in one cylinder without pulling the engine if you think it's feasible. The previous owner never changed the spark plugs and when I did I found why it was smoking and missing. Now with new OEM plugs, the misfiring has ceased but burning oil (and dumping into exhaust pipes) has not. Number 3 cylinder was the only damaged plug that might have damaged the ring or valve guide? to cause this and I'm a traveling electrician with my family and just hoping to open it up and replace whatever will stop the smoking til I get the time to upgrade my oil pump and maybe timing chain kit. I just want your thoughts on how feasible this is without pulling the engine.?

[@gregsicinski8138]

I'm blessed to live close enough to Brian's shop that he does all of my Ford work. PTU fluid changes, struts and springs, 3.5 timing job as well as the water and oil pump, and my dad's Ford Ranger. Brian's work definitely speaks volumes as to his character and superior attention to detail. I honestly can say when I pull out of his shop I have 100% confidence in the work he's performed. Great guy and I can't say enough good things about the man and his business. Greg Sicinski

[@YukonDelta-hb2oy]

Go and rub it in for those of us that are hundreds and hundreds of miles from Brian's shop...😀

[@jerryfrederick6610]

Lucky Dog!

[@josephsharman1219]

Where is his shop located

[@gregsicinski8138]

Yorkville Illinois which is about 50 miles southwest of Chicago.

[@marathonfreak67]

Every time I watch one of his videos I learn something. Hats off to ANYONE that can work on modern engines. I grew up with the old small blocks and appreciate their simplicity.

[@jeffryblackmon4846]

As you said, a rebuilt Ford factory engine is probably the best route for a high mileage vehicle. The old engine is removed, the new one goes in with known-good genuine Ford parts. I learned a lot. Thanks very much.

[@less5406]

This is EXACTLY the problem my daughter had. Took it to a shop to have timing components changed, they said engine was toast, they put in a "remanufactured" engine, now it is dead after 2 lousy years. Engine never was quite right but I didn't wanna mess with it until warranty was up. Died right after the warranty expired...go figure.

[@PistonShack]

That's right: "Nothing can be hidden under the sun". (Ancient Greek phrase). Thank you Brian for filming everything in details.

[@TelosDextroza]

*Sun

[@PistonShack]

@@TelosDextroza Yup!

[@garythibeault168]

This is why it’s so hard to find a shop that will work on a 5.4 shops in our area refuse to work on them ! Good stuff thanks

[@jg6142]

Honesty is always the best way to be! Brian proves this over and over!

[@rrmech11]

Love how you found the the tune program. I sure learned something today. Keep them great videos coming neighbor. 👍👍

[@carterorio1526]

I wish there were more techs such as yourself. I find today hardley anybody diagnosis problems anymore, they just throw parts at the problem. Keep up the excellent work. Love the channel!

[@lionelvan7882]

Your videos have helped me out a lot thank you for always being honest I'm from Michigan and the only person that I absolutely trust with the Ford 4.6 5.4 three valve is Matt's Auto service in Dearborn heights Michigan Matt is an absolute genius when it comes to those motors and only uses OEM Ford parts and he is honest just like you

[@D2O2]

Brian, your relentless attention to detail and integrity (what you call OCD) is what is missing today in the auto repair industry. Too many shops that don't have a clue what they are doing too hungry for money that they won't turn a job down. This gives a bad name to those like you, although I am not sure there is anyone else like you. I have never met/heard anyone else like you. This lack of knowledge and integrity is in all trades/industries, sadly. Please keep up the great work and never compromise.

[@Markomyt1]

When I was having the cam phaser issues with my '06 F150 with the 5.4. I went to several shops and realized I knew more about the engine than they did. I followed FTM's 4 part series and did the work myself including the Melling HV oil pump and all of the roller rockers. What a difference in that engine. I now wear my FTM shirt with pride! The least I could do is buy a shirt to say "Thanks".

[@peanutbutterisfu]

You got 2 choices for engine work nowadays the dealer or a small independent shop that is owned by a technician.

[@ChrisR1270]

It's great to know there are still people dedicated to the quality of their work.

[@srercrcr]

That's an old school trick, raising the idle speed to camoflage the ills.

[@Bewitagos1]

The big take away from this, is knowing when to gracefully "smile and back away" Thank Brian. well done as always.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Oh definitely plus he was a waiter from Michigan and had no way home.

[@paulnirschl6500]

If I had a Ford 5.4 3 valve you would be the man I’d come to for any major engine work. Keep it up Brian.

[@mikecrawford9268]

Thank God you don't

[@lanceripplinger8352]

You have integrity, and that shows in every video.

[@stephenmoxley3004]

Great video, Brian. Most modern engines are very complex and not everyone knows what to do to fix them. It's a shame that our industry still has this stigma over our shoulder. Keep up the good work.

[@CrazyPetez]

I really enjoyed your analysis of the problem, and your caution to Ford owners who need extensive work on their Ford products. Even a Ford dealer cannot be trusted to do this kind of work correctly. Very sad state of affairs.

[@dannypeters9688]

I haven't had the chance to thank you. I have a 2004 f150 with a 5.4 3v. It had several codes that lead me to a phaser problem. I watched you videos on phaser repair and it made it twice as easy as it would have been figuring out for myself. It now is so smooth and quiet that sitting at idle I keep looking at the tac to make sure it's still running. Thanks again.

[@Lake_Lover]

You are the man Brian. If I ever own another ford and I have issues you would be the only tech that would touch my car/truck. I've watched just about every video you have on your channel including the one for the AC unit on the older Taurus and it helped me a lot on the same repair on my wife's 02 Taurus. You are a credit to your profession. Thank you for your attention to detail and taking pride in your work. I wish there were more like you in your line of work. God bless you !

[@oby-1607]

I can feel your passion thru the monitor. I swear I saw your eyes changing color form blue to green and back as you were voicing your disappointment. I repair a lot of welding jobs that have been brought to me broken. It just burns me when someone tells me the botch job I am fixing was such a great deal from the previous welder.

[@jerrywilderman1569]

Glad there's at least one good mechanic out there. Brian should be teaching the young ones , he has a lot to give.

[@IKCS1]

You set the example and define what a good caring technician should be. Love your videos thank you again always educational.

[@martinhagness5679]

Semper Fi Brother!! 70’s 2142 here. ASE long time ago. Thanks for the videos, I’m trying to get caught up with my repair skills. Stopped doing it for a living in 1991 so I have a lot to learn. I’m retired so I have the time and I have 5 f150’s to play with, all with different problems

[@texanbalaban6777]

*I tapped on the ads and let the page load to help your ad share Makuloco! Thanks for everything keeping my 3 King Ranch’s rolling!*

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Wow, thank you!

[@jeffnickels6199]

It is such a pleasure to watch a mechanic/tech with your skills and honesty. I occasionally repair everything from computers/motorcycles to some auto repairs for other people and I always try to be honest and thorough with my work also. Most people will screw you hard to steal a penny from you if they can.

[@Chuck88vert]

I followed your timing set videos for 5.3 3v on my 4.6 3v mustang. That was 60,000 miles ago and it run great. Your a fantastic ford tech thank you for your hard work.

[@capnmorgan72]

Hey Brian followed you step by step my Brother and I , 09 f150 5.4 3valve timing chain job. Cam phasers, oil pump the works. Afterwards it was running funny, pulled the vvt's and low and behold they gave me one bad one. Replaced it and BOOM ! Brought the truck back to life ! From a family who desperately needed there truck we THANK YOU !

[@Wowzers2006]

You are really good at what you do, your intuition with these motors is second to none!

[@musicfan6575]

Good work. I sold my 2002 ford 5.4 3 valve with 286,544 miles on it. Still ran like a champ. Pays to know and trust a good mechanic.

[@billborden9179]

Brian, I am sure most us that subscribe to your channel do our own service and repairs. Besides saving money, it is very hard to find a shop we can trust. You have helped me with your channel. Keep'em coming!

[@w.j.bendellr.c.flying.1037]

So he spent $7000 to have his engine rebuilt and now they still gotta go back in and pull the driver side head off and put the right Cam in which is gonna cost him another three or $4000 just to get it right. That’s so sad people do stuff like that. 😔 Great Videos ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@canadianmarauder1923]

I learnt something again, thanks Brian. Still no issues with my 08 f150 after all these years.

[@TheRealSlowhand]

This is an example of why I watch your videos... Your video on the 6.7L Power Stroke turbo removal was instrumental in my replacement of my turbo about a year ago... Thank you for all the great trustable content....

[@trafficsignalman]

Great information. Some form of OCD is required to be a good technician nowdays. Do it right once, double check everything. Thanks for the videos.

[@Terrypics]

Brilliant knowledge and up to date analytics. Too many people in all trades and professions do basic training and achieve a passing grade then shut off and never learn anything else for the rest of their lives.

[@frankwilson1776]

"5 minutes of talking here". 5 minutes of your time that we are grateful 🙏 for.

[@donniejohnson7499]

Great video. Nothing wrong being OCD. It's means you take pride in your work. Your a Great Ford automotive technician.

[@jimmydavis8578]

I had the same issue on a 08 Navigator. I had a roller lock up and while I was in there, I replaced all the lash adjusters with the rollers.. After everything was back together, the engine had a terrible miss at idle. Ran great otherwise. Finally found that the aftermarket Melling lash adjusters were just ever so slightly taller that the OEM causing the valves not to seat properly and overlap.

[@dr7477]

This is exactly why I watch your videos and do ALL work on my Navigator myself.

[@daveclark5076]

Brian you are the best mechanic and shop owner that I have ever come across. Great video

[@Davido50]

Ford #1...& Brian the #1 Ford mechanic! 👍

[@mandog2142]

Brian, you've increased my Ford mechanicin' skills 100% and saved me probably $1000's of dollars doing the work myself. BTW, is that OCD a chip upgrade or what? 😀

[@bradh4734]

You never disappoint! Wish you were local, but Chicago isn't far from Ann Arbor, Michigan. 🙂 I've got 2 Expeditions 2011 & 2013. Thank you very much for your expertise and these videos. You've saved me from so many mistakes. What a great asset to us Ford people... Stick around please👍

[@jcvinaja5542]

I like watching your videos. I've been a Ford tech since 2004. My department is transmissions. Time and technology has changed a lot since. I rather dig and dig until finding the cause of concern. When you are on commission it's getting hard to make money. Managers at dealerships want to see number going up but they don't get that you can't rush a job. On top of that, you got new kids that want to be techs. Yet don't have a clue how to hold a wrench and over think on what's wrong with the car. Example: car came in for slow crack. The young very "Master Certified" tech declared engine seized. Put new engine. Same concern. Guy scratch his head. Then a veteran tech walked up to the car, noticed he couldn't spin the AC compressor pulley. Told the kid the AC was seized. Kid replaced the AC compressor. Engine started right up. Ford denied the warranty claim. Manager had to pay for the repair. My point is, we are headed to a point where it's hard to find good reliable techs. Most veteran techs are retiring. I spend time trying to calm a customer and then explain to then what's really wrong with the vehicle. Sadly most customers feel like we are screwing them over again. There are times a feel like giving my two weeks notice and work for the city. Just doesn't feel the same.

[@2nickles647]

A master tech right out of skool. Knows more than anybody else. Wants the highest pay. Yet has very little experience. I've seen those young guys before.

[@jojorock2]

I took on gen 1 ecoboost exhaust manifold replacement. It was a serious challenge with the exhaust studs. but I am glad I did it...like you, I took my time, torqued everything, followed directions so that I do NOT have to go back in there and do it again!

[@oldschool9746]

I am a 65 year old retired mechanic and I done a few ford 5.4 and 3.5 timing jobs that are still running strong.yes I used O.E.M. parts and I am also O.C.D. about doing it right the first time.

[@michaeldowns2389]

OMG! I got one of those old school engine building shops here, I try to indirectly inform the guy what's going on with his 3 valves that have trouble but they just dont listen, they put a quart of lucas in them and send them down the road.

[@alphaomega3766]

OCD or military training? Working on this engine by the numbers like a drill movement You are the Ford Whisperer. Love your honesty.

[@royalblood2405]

Both

[@julesviolin]

Good channel Doing good honest work You will always be booked up!!! I specialise in just one model here in the UK (the Rover 75) Folk come from all over and my books are full 6 weeks ahead !!! ⚠️The crux of saving time and customers hard earned cash is accurate diagnosis!! I spend time double checking stuff before throwing parts in. So many shops just guess & play the parts roulette game.

[@PurpMcGurk]

Thank You, My 2004 5.4 F-150 would have been in the junkyard a long time ago if it wasn't for you sharing your knowledge. Saving up for my reman engine now.

[@smithwesson7149]

Great video as usual! Fortunately I own a 5.4 2V 2004 Expedition with 273,000 miles with no major repairs....only preventive routine maintenance. Only replaced serpentine belt, PCV valve, two heater hoses. Original engine, transmission, water pump, PS pump, alternator, starter, HVAC, & no rust in Mississippi...(still have seven of the original spark plugs).....knock on wood!

[@a4channoob]

We ordered a crate engine from Ford dealership for a 351w Lightning. Was very upset it came with the wrong heads. It came with the standard E7TE heads found on most trucks instead of the GT40 heads it should have which make a decent amount more power. Dealership told us "casting numbers dont mean anything, it has the correct heads" and the shop that assembled the engine said "its been ported to match the GT40 heads". Both of which were BS to try to get us to leave. Cant trust anybody

[@mmichaeldonavon]

As far as I can tell, the qualified mechanics that I know of are: YOU, Ivan, Eric, & "Rainman." even though he seldom used any high tech equipment. That's about it. This also means that all of you are HONEST - KNOWLEDGABLE - TRUSTWORTHY, and can be relied upon to do the job correctly. That's it! And, my friends, that's a damn shame. I, your humble servant have followed Ivan (The Russian :-) for a couple of years now, and by watching him, I've learned how to work MANY problems on my 007 Buick Lacrosse. I have a little bit of test equipment, now, and I use it. Have fixed several problems on the Buick. Saved a TON of money. I'm the neerdy guy who even torques the bolt on the oil pan. (18ft lbs.) Learn how to fix you own car - as far as you can go.

[@mmuffin9722]

Your final point is what I suggest to customers when needing an engine rebuild or major failure. You can't bet the ford remanufactured engine. Even used 5.4 engines are almost as expensive around me in iowa

[@kawalaco]

I put a remand 5.4 from Ford earlier this year in my f150. 15k miles so far and it is doing great.

[@jamram9924]

I’ll take the OCD over the cheap parts/labor. This is the perfect example

[@jrcll7856]

These podcast are one reason I'll buy another F150..I like to work on my own vehicle...and Brian's knowledge and explanation of everything makes it possible.... great job Brian we appreciate what you do

[@chrislittle9419]

That reminds me of a old Jeep Grand Cherokee I worked on, post purchase inspection from some shady used car lot. Had a bad injector driver in the PCM so they just hooked up the injector to the circuit for the companion cylinder and pulled the check engine light bulb and sold it.

[@richardmitchell7679]

Dude you are fantastic! Knowledgeable as hell, and thorough. Definitely learning a lot about my fords watching your videos. Thank you!

[@billybolt31]

I really enjoy your videos and you are a genuine person with great knowledge. i wish other technicians would take as much pride in their work as you do for the customer. customer service is lost in todays times.

[@shenfly8446]

You are such a good tech. What you do is between art and detective work

[@standhd]

Great Job, nice to see you again Brian. Yea man, you are the GO TO GUY when it comes to the Ford 5.4 3 valve.

[@TOONMAN200]

I always use OEM parts. For years I got parts from my local auto parts store. When things did no fit properly, or failed, a shop owner said, his shop would only used dealer parts. So I started getting parts from the dealer, what a difference, I hope other people will learn from my experience. By the way I watched several of your videos, very informative and easy to follow. THANKS

[@jgeorges3061]

Brian, AWESOME you are professional and honest person really appreciated that is the main reason am hooked to ur channel and thankyou for taking the time to show all this. cheeeeers from Ontario/ CANADA

[@29madmangaud29]

Dude, I'm "NOT" any kind of "FORD" guy,,,, nor a DODGE Guy,,, nor a "CHEVY"/GM guy........ but : "IF" I do ever get me a FORD,, (say P/up)> I'll come to YOU to get something worked/fixed/rebuilt! Thanks : I watch all of your stuff for now about 2+ yrs now!

[@josephvella3688]

This what makes you the best man! Always keep it 100 percent and no sugar costing! Keep killing the game dude!

[@johnstockwellmajorsmedleyb1214]

Just no way to mimic, replace, or compare, those of us who can Legitimize their Authority on demand. Ladies and Gentlemen thats what makes this channel and others like it so very compelling. Seems to me thr massive majority of society has lost the ability to even Demand that so called Authority Legitimize itself much less even comprehend what I am commenting on.

[@Jeff-sc1df]

You are the man!! Wish I could afford a new engine replacement in my 05 f150. You would definitely be doing it.

[@armedinbama]

Automotive forensics! Man, that's cool! The shop that did this is like the Buy-Here/Pay-Here of rebuilders!

[@OSIS909]

You are the 🐐 Greatest Of all Time‼️💯 I work at ford myself and see and hear hard working customer tell me similar story’s about taking it somewhere else besides the dealer and they end up with the same issue after paying a hefty repair fee and a shop not being able to fix it . Sucks u ain’t local to me (SoCal) cuz I would refer EVERY customer over to you . What I have done in the past is mention your YT channel to them cuz u either fixed or help identify half the customer concerns they tell me I’ll be like hey I just see a video about that lol . Thank you for ur knowledge and honest work.

[@rickwarfel7818]

Brian I am having all the same problems that alot of Ford f150 owners go through with the 5.4 3 valve I own a 2007 king ranch that has been a good truck I've owned it for 10 years with very few problems , I religiously changed my oil and used full synthetic 5 20 the only thing that I've done to it is the 100,000 mile tune up and transmission flush and I replaced the oil filter housing twice. Not long ago while coming home from work I started to notice a shaking and just overall rough running and and the check engine light came on with the cam phaser bank 1 and bank 2 I replaced both and it ran good for a day then started all the usually 5.4 timing issues and the check engine came back on and it was showing the vct solenoid were bad having the 5.4 l motor that you have to pull the valve covers off to get to the vcts or vvts I opted to take it to the shop they informed me that the truck needed a timing kit installed and it would cost 2500 to 3000 not really having the money but being this is my work truck and with out it I'm dead in the water so off it goes to the shop 2 wks later they tell me it's done and I'm excited to have my truck back so I pick it up and for the first 20 miles it's better than ever, smooth running has lots of power and I'm

[@willgriffin3490]

Brian is by far the most thorough Ford mechanic out there. You're right... too many shade-tree mechanics out there. And like you, the sound of the tracked vehicles does remind me of times in Iraq.

[@tr4u5mp90]

Brian thank you for your service..

[@JimmyMakingitwork]

Wow those idle numbers are off the charts. Amazing they thought it would Cover other problems and not add to the list. Glad you sorted it for them. Nowadays service bulletins and programming fix a LOT of issues!

[@JustJoshing902]

This is why I'm scared to take my vehicle to a shop. Atleast when I fuck up, I know what I did.

[@SuperDaddyruss]

Had a similar misfire low idle on a 06 town car with the pi 4.6 comes in with egr transducer codes and maf and lean codes.... the rebuilder put nonpi heads on (wrong port shape) and siliconed the ports oval to bell..... customer was so fed up with the shop they just had us replace the motor. Some of the stuff we see as techs.......

[@JLsAutoSolution]

I get where you are coming from Brian. Too many times i have to diagnose an issue that the customer already spent money on to repair. There is less diagnostics and more parts being changed due to inexperienced "technicians" with 12000$ scan tools and confirmed fixes(mitchell and alldata and identifix) its a great feature but should only be used as a guide. The tool is only as good as the person using it. Thanks for sharing.

[@raymondholguin7272]

Hello, just watched "the lengths' video. Only the second one I've watched, but gotta say I know I'll be watching more. I left my career with Ford in 2010 and can't believe the scan tool layout has not changed ONE BIT! WOW. You called it right on that one. The most challenging concerns will always source from another shops work. These videos take me back. Idle quality was a problem back then. It was explained to me it was because engineers forced to design to accommodate the lowest fuel economy possible. They got away with the roughest they could. Anyway great video. Yeah it is amazing what you'll find getting shipped from other shops.

[@raymondholguin7272]

I meant best fuel economy possible

[@lchavarin]

Great video. As soon as I'm able I will take my 2018 F150 3.5 for a cam phaser job to your shop. Keep the videos coming.

[@donrussell4875]

Thanks for the specific info on the 5.4 3v. I have a 2013 Navigator with 86k miles. Really appreciate the in depth knowledge on troubleshooting issues with this engine. I will benefit tremendously in your insight about these engines when it comes time to address problems when they arise. Thanks

[@jackpatteeuw9244]

Genuine Ford remanufactured engines also come with the "as new" warranty, 3 years, 36K, God at ANY US Ford dealership.

[@martinriefner6007]

I like your work ethic and really enjoy seeing how electronic devices provide so much information, the shade tree mechanic is definetly gone.

[@brucerushing2363]

Wow ! You are the Man ! I watch your videos on a regular basis, I learn so much.

[@UploaderNine]

Man I wish you had your shop in MI, you'd be the only guy I 'd take my precious gen 1 raptor to. Chicagoland is fortunate to have you...

[@louiswagner4543]

It blows my mind how much you know these fords. I’ve watched just about every one of your videos and would love to have you work on my f250 5.4 3v.

[@homesteadhaven2010]

If you only work on one kind of vehicle it's not that hard... Now working on all makes and models is a different story.