The Return of ETCG1

[@wyattoneable]

It's been that long? Wow. I'm glad to hear you took some time off. Many people think you are the grandfather of KZbin auto repair; something you can be proud of.

[@LinusScrubTips]

That would make Scotty Kilmer the insane uncle

[@rimmersbryggeri]

@@LinusScrubTips Carnival barker.

no one thinks that.

[@Patrick94GSR]

@@LinusScrubTipsgotta include Eric O in there somewhere too!

[@HouseCallAutoRepair]

He's a MUCH better infuence(r) than Scotty!

[@motormaker]

I’m glad you’re back, and I’m glad you’re better.

[@NikMitchell]

welcome back, Eric! The KZbin world is a better place with you in it!

[@galuple]

Welcome back to the internet, we’ve missed you!

[@JdmZack]

The legend has returned

[@GustavLevangIversen]

Dear Mr. Carguy. You do not need to apologize for anything. Thank you so much for everything you have posted yet. I really enjoyed Dads Truck, but the Fairmont were also very enjoyable. Thank you for your honesty. Greetings from Norway.

[@EarlSinclair97]

Dad's Truck was probably my favorite project.

[@Oblithian]

I learned from the Fairmont project that I don't want to bother with forced induction on a non-fuel injected engine. ...So, make it fuel injected first.

[@jerryalvarez1967]

THANK YOU ERIC!!!!!! been following you since 2009!!! godspeed!!!!

[@ETCG1]

Thank you!

[@cg799]

Every time I need to do a car repair, I google Eric the car guy I just changed the radiator in my father-in-law‘s 1998 Acura CL 2.3. And of course, you walked me through it step-by-step. Glad you’re back!

[@dc5723]

Good to see you back. Yes, taking care of yourself is the #1 priority. Take care.

[@Atomicriffmaster]

I remember finding your channel right when I graduated high school in 2010. I think I remember you mentioning you went to art school. I was trying to get a music theory degree and do studio work in college. I was also short on cash and you really gave me the tools directly, but also the tools to seek out information for how to best do car repairs myself using sources even outside your KZbin channel. I loved your videos not just for your content but for your personality, how you speak, and just how smart you are. We all really appreciate you! It’s crazy to think that so many random people out there have gotten to know you through KZbin for more than 10 years now. We will support you and enjoy your content and we are excited for your new creative juices that has been flowing! Thanks for what you do Eric! I’m so glad to hear you took care of your mental health! Finding a good therapist can be absolutely life-changing. Us guys need to talk more about this stuff with each other. It’s important and you never know just how big of a difference or how much you could save someone you know and care about.

[@ayitsyaboi]

Same story here, also 2010. It's wild we've all been watching the same channels for almost 15 years now.

[@ETCG1]

It seems my intentions were successful, and I never get tired of hearing about it. Thank you for that. Also agreed on the mental health side of things. I've learned a lot during my time away and plan to apply it to my future endeavors. Thanks again for your comment. I really appreciate you taking the time.

[@nighthawkj30A4]

Same graduated in 2010 great Time

[@apollocreed3549]

Great to see you back, Eric.

[@burkezillar]

Back Bigger, Back Better, Back Stronger. Like the Fairmont! Good to have you back.

[@nutritionperfection]

Just glad to see you're back and in a better place Eric.

[@Mickey_Bauer]

Before i started watching ETCG long time ago i didn't know shit about cars, neither did my dad so i had no one to learn from. Somehow we figured out how to change oil and filter on our own 😃 A few years later, THANKS TO YOU, i successfully replaced the engine on my dad's car which is still going strong and on my car i replaced the clutch, suspension, brakes, AC components, fuel pump, rebuilt the alternator and starter and a whole bunch of other stuff. I even removed my transmission one time and pulled all the gears out of it, just for fun (nothing wrong with it). I have also been very sick for years and i know how important health is. When you're so sick that you can't sleep and eat food, nothing else matters. Your health is the number one priority, everything else in life is a big fat bonus. Welcome back Eric and thank you!

[@ETCG1]

So many of us take good health for granted. I'm sad to hear that part of your story, but ecstatic to hear that my work helped inspire you to take on bigger repair jobs. That is the very essence of 'staying dirty'. Thank you so much for your comment and I hope you're better soon.

[@Mickey_Bauer]

@@ETCG1 you inspired many people. Best of luck to you too brother!

[@danielsiler2355]

I tried farming/homesteading but it was as expensive as being a mechanic...although I had barns for storage....but I find retirement to be far more lucrative. You be you , Eric , and I'll appreciate the effort ....and magnificent beard !

[@ETCG1]

Best user name ever.

[@joshuakrumlauf6481]

You put out a video many years ago about broken timing belts, and it was a genuine lifesaver for me. I had the exact same car with the exact same issue and had a shop tell me I needed a new engine. The new timing belt got the car running once again. So thank you, sir, and God bless 🙌. 😊

[@ETCG1]

You are the person I made that video for. I'm so happy it accomplished what I set out to do. Thank you for sharing that.

[@scotty305]

Welcome back, ETCG! I'm interested to see how you've consolidated and reorganized your setup to work in a small garage space, if you don't mind sharing. I imagine most of your viewers have smaller garage/workshop areas than we might prefer.

[@Dakiraun]

This is why I like ETCG1 so much; it's very honest and good, healthy info. Glad you are in a place where you feel ready to come back to stuff. Um... also, I think that is the most epic cake picture you have found yet. Wow.

[@ETCG1]

I did just get back from Las Vegas. 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@Dakiraun]

@@ETCG1 HA! Okay... that explains a lot.

[@vidsbychazzle2056]

Never heard of you. As an old Iowan,(47 yo) with an 08 Civic coupe and a 72 Malibu coupe, I like dudes with 2 door Acuras and Fairmonts. Let's get this thing rolling Eric. Instant sub.

[@Zinglupate]

Greetings from France, I used to watch your channel in the beginning when i was 17, didn't know how to drive and didn't know yet i was into cars!

[@warusweims]

Your , "Be like Yoda" video really resonated with me. I still think of it and use one of your quotes. "Violence is the last resort of a limited mind". That changed me for the better. Thanks Eric.

[@AutoFixYT]

The Fairmont project was one of the most entertaining projects you've ever posted. I watched every minute of that and wished you had posted more of it. I learned a ton from it, but also from all your content. Glad to see you back in action!

[@erikbarnas-uk3gc]

I’m glad all is well with you I remember back around maybe 2012ish I had problems with my van brakes- you spent the time to reply to my email and gave me lengthy advise on how to fix the problem. Thank you very much I always appreciated you spending the time on someone you didn’t know- thanks again!!!

[@charlessmarr7107]

" Be safe. Have fun. Stay dirty!" I sure missed that signoff.

[@dljones61]

Older guy here that you’ve helped over the years and wanted to say thanks and welcome back. Just recently got roped into working on my daughter’s 2006 mini cooper and thought of all the fun you had. Have a great day and welcome back from the other side 😉👍🏻

[@ETCG1]

Don't forget to tighten the crank bolt. 😉

[@laszlototh5956]

Welcome back, Eric! I went to the shop today in my ETCG T-shirt and was thinking about your videos. It is such a nice surprise to find the new content today.

[@rockthecashba]

Glad your back Eric! Now more then ever we have to keep our cars going with the economy and crazy car market the way it is.

[@metrodon3927]

Take your time get yourself together thank you so much I have a 97 Acura TL 3.2 your channel has helped me so much your video on taking apart the dash to get to the AC fan was excellent can't wait for more repair videos

[@cionnait]

Gol darn it Sir! Great to see ya! and I remember that time it hit my birthday, was so pleased - gotta laugh. Anyhoo, keep on rocking!

[@jasonelizanigel9381]

You still have a lot to offer. You were a big inspiration as to why I got into automotive repair. It’s almost thirteen years later and I’m running my own shop. Possibly the best automotive KZbinr ever.

[@ScottishFreedomFighter]

I was talking to someone a few weeks ago because years ago I devoured all your content; dismantled my old Honda CR-V and replaced so many bits. Your videos gave me the confidence to have a go. Sometimes, when I needed to use blowtorches and breaker bars on certain stuck bolts I may have spoken your name alongside some choice cussing but it was all from a good place. Glad to see you back, looking well and looking after yourself

[@ETCG1]

It's a honor to be living in your head providing encouragement when you need it. I never thought of it quite like that before, but it's really cool. Thanks for the comment.

[@tomthecat8172]

A few years ago my 90's accord was failing smog due to NOx, your video on how to clean out the EGR passage was a lifesaver! Glad to see you're back

[@brettcarter6189]

Yay!!! I’m so glad you’re coming back! I have missed your excellent content and YOU, bro! I’m glad you took the time you needed. Keep that pace comfortable- life is too short to stress yourself out.

[@danielguzman9061]

Welcome back Eric! Happy to see you again on ETCG1! And happy to see You healthy. Please make a visit to Jay Leno and Car wizard too. I think the electric and future plans of the "big three" gonna be interesting topics to talk.

[@AR_420]

GLAD YOU'RE HEALTHIER!!!😊❤😊❤😊❤

[@MikeBramm]

Good to see you back Eric. If you don't have cars to work on, you could do some "Cool Tools" or "Tips and Tricks" types of videos. Keep it fun and easy so you don't burn out again.

[@qnaap]

Hey Eric, I’m currently 33 years old and you pretty much got my into diy auto repair some 14 years ago when I was in university. Always watching your videos and getting inspired to work on my own vehicle. Fast forward and now I have my own place with a nice garage and in it is my own project car. Thank you for sparking this hobby for me!! You got to remember that I’m probably with thousands of others that you have inspired. Please do whatever inspires you and it will result in good videos that inspire others 💪

[@ryana6836]

Thanks for sharing and good for you all around! I’ve been watching since the beginning. I fell in love with the auto industry and am now the mechanic for my family- you not only teach but inspire! Would love to see a beginner to intermediate level tutorial on scan tools and diagnostics! I see videos either too basic or so advanced I don’t know where to start.

[@t8erlove]

It was great to see you again. I’m glad you worked on yourself and you’re doing well. I remember watching you change brakes in your original house garage. (Yeah I’ve been around a while) Can’t wait to see what you have in store for us.

[@ETCG1]

I never get tired of hearing how my work has helped people. Thank you for that comment and for your viewership.

[@JWCMotorsports]

I started watching around 2010. Enjoyed Friday night at the Red Line. You are the inspiration for what I'm doing now that I have retied from the US Air Force. Glad you are back. And I completely understand the need for therapy.

[@ETCG1]

Thank you for your service!

[@jeremybennett5547]

Nothing wrong with taking a break for yourself. As a fellow car guy myself you have helped me more than once over the years. Thank you

[@Tom-kw6km]

Welcome back. I've always enjoyed the content. Pleased don't feel like you have to make videos every week. I'll still see when I get notified.

[@Sommyie]

I'm happy to see you back and I'm happy to hear you're working on yourself. Your videos have given me the knowledge I've need to build my own project car and I thank you for the wisdom you've shared over the years.

[@Dymundback]

Been stuck around for a long while through this here Tube. You've done a lot in teaching me though these videos. Cheers Eric!

[@indybobthis]

Congratulations on the new you. Glad you are back.

[@AlmostHuman94]

I'm glad to hear you are doing well. Watching your videos inspired me to become a certified automotive technician. Seeing and hearing you again feels like meeting up with a friend after a long time. I'm glad you're back.

[@thewholls7176]

Good job Eric. I’ve been watching you since the start. Back in 09 I think Put it this way I had a full head of hair I wish you all the best from Melbourne Australia. You know what they say, Get back on the horse Boy…..!!! Hang in there big fella you’re looking well

[@Code2142Loco]

Nice to see you, Eric! Plus, it's good to see you in good spirits, and health, as well! In what you choose to do, I wish you all the best!

[@ETCG1]

Thank you.

[@noskatehate]

Your Fairmont project is still one of my favorite cars! So many of the videos helped me with my fox body and the transmission video that you made with Paul Cangialosi was amazing!

[@gordturnbull4835]

Good to hear you are back. Looking forward to seeing more. Thanks for doing the work you do. My three little Hondas thank you too.

[@xb1230]

Good to have you back Eric, glad to know all is better for you and wish you the best success in any new project you wish to undertake. You have been a great help to me in learning about car repairs over the years.

[@seanc6128]

Hey just glad to know you've been alright.

[@garymills6702]

Welcome back Eric. Great to see you again. Thank you for sharing your journey with us.

[@wurlyone4685]

Brilliant to see you back - but even better that you took the time out you needed for you and worked through things. Look forward to seeing what you do next! Btw I originally came to ericthecarguy for the honda repair stuff, but enjoyed the Fairmont and Dad's truck builds, was looking forward to the Factory Five and always enjoyed the etcg1 chats - so there are those among us that do enjoy the variety!

[@boblabelle6704]

Working on cars and solving problems IMO is tough enough, without all life's problems. Hope you feel better and thank you for your commitment to helping others

[@WisconsinWanderer]

Hey Eric so glad you’re back, with a big hug. Kudos to you for bettering a guys mental health. I’ve been in and out of therapy over the years myself nothing wrong with self reflection it does me good. Thanks bud been watching for years looking forward to the next chapter 😊

[@edwinc9948]

It's so nice you're back Eric, I started to follow your channel I think back in 2011 when I was in university and just inherited my grand dad's old but new (barely used) nissan, I had no money so had to do everything myself, at that time there aren't many people on YT teaching you how to fix and service car in detail and explain how stuff works along the way, I learned how to change oil/spark plugs/brakes/radiators...so much more, and those tips from a experienced mechanic like don't use petroleum based grease on caliper slider(later on I found out that, many "mechanics" don't know this), put copper grease on hubs so the rotors come off easily next time you service it, REALLY HELPS!!! Car YTbers nowadays has because more of a entertainment, not really something you can learn stuff from, so again, really good to see you back! Greetings from Taiwan :)

[@shinyredcobra]

Hey Eric, I'm glad to see you coming back to KZbin and I'm happy to hear you took time for yourself to regroup, that's very important. I've been watching your videos for many years, I enjoyed watching both your repair videos and your build videos, I'm a big fan of the Fairmont and Dad's truck build series. I hope you can build something else someday, and I'll be there to watch it. I'm interested to know if you have any plans for getting another shop in the future, I'm sure many of your subscribers would also like to know if you have anything in the works. Good to have you back!

[@UncleSarkis]

I'm glad you're back and more glad that you're better. You're old videos popped up and I could help and think how some of your old videos were the first ones I started watching when I started working on cars (my cars, I'm a DIY guy).

[@2eagle86]

Good seeing you again, what got me to watch you was working on cars and trucks. It's always good to go back to the beginning and use your other channel to talk about new and upcoming projects and tool reviews

[@kylesanders8276]

I learned so much about Honda engines and engines in general from you, and I was able to turn that knowledge on to plenty of other people's cars for years after that. Energy is neither created nor destroyed, only transferred.

[@futballplaya4u]

Glad to see your back and hope you continue to work on yourself! Your videos gave me the confidence to do some repairs that I thought were way over my head when I was younger and just learning things. As someone who was in desperate times trying to keep my car running, thank you for all you’ve done and continue to do!

[@rog8201]

Glad you're back and hopefully healthier as you discussed. You're a blessing to many people just like Eric O. Life is a gift, that's why it's called the present.

[@mylesgoodwin2017]

I first discovered your channel when I couldn't get the stock rotors off my '07 Civic Si. The double ball-peen hammer trick is a godsend!

[@nsxt290]

This was the first car videos I saw from ECTG. I learned a lot, working on my integra, prelude accord. He gave me the confidence & knowledge of cars , maintenance & repair. Whatever road you choose, I wish you the best. Love all your honda videos. No vulgar words, no extra stuff. Real life situations as if I'm there working with him. God bless. I hope I can meet you one day💙 regards, Omar

[@KrashGT]

Welcome back bud, got to meet you last year @ CHD, you were super cool to me and my son, glad to have you back Eric.

[@JeffBreyer]

I found other guys doing the same sorta thing but I am glad to see we may get more of you again. You were the one that encouraged me to get my hands dirty and learn more about the repair side of the vehicles I own.

[@corymatthew1058]

It's awesome to see the ETCG1 content back on the tube. I think it would also be great if you were a guest on the Cooper Bogetti podcast because you've been a big influence in the car community and KZbin.

[@tuffytoys9707]

Great to see your back. Scotty Kilmer just got some real competition on KZbin again. Hope you do some reviews of the newer cars, what you like, what you don't, some junkyard repairs on older Honda's or Toyota's etc .

[@ETCG1]

All of that sounds fun. Thank you for the suggestion.

[@Inquisitor6321]

Welcome back Eric! I'm glad you're doing better.

[@ManSeeksCivic]

Welcome back Sir. I've been helped by you for 15 years now and have made a career in the industry in part by the gifts you've shared. It's good to see you again 👍

[@josephreisinger33]

Hopefully you'll see this? Back when you were working on the 05 Civic, I saved the clutch one and the input shaft bearing one because I needed to put in a new clutch in my 04 civic two door. I'm 65 now and I don't have a lift so I couldn't do it on the ground. I spent the money at my local Honda dealer and that hurt my pride and my wallet. But I want to thank you so very much 4 making those videos!!! If I had a lift, I would have done it myself. Glad to hear you're doing good. Take care and Happy holidays 😊👍🖖🙏

[@pb3033]

Glad to see you ! The angle you took for a while to helping a local ..the ordinary man or woman with car troubles big or small..that's was golden for me. Take it cool, slow if you want ..It's all OK

[@ETCG1]

Thank you!

[@jacobfrench853]

I'm looking forward to seeing what direction you're going to go with Ericthecar guy. I would like to see a video series starting with the basic repairs and working up to more complex re and re jobs like clutch or anything electrical with modern cars.

[@ETCG1]

I've been thinking along those same lines. It's nice to know I might be onto something. Thanks for the comment and suggestion.

[@Nazereth666]

I've been following you since you had that old shop that looked like it was in the basement of a house. Glad to see your working on yourself. You taught me alot of the stuff I know about cars. You explained stuff in a way that allowed me to convert that knowledge to almost any vehicle. Because of that knowledge I was able to 302 swap my 95' Jeep Wrangler. Thank you so much for that. Taking yourself into consideration first I hope you get the opportunity to teach others some more. Take care Eric!

[@robertbaysinger1309]

Nice to see you back again! Your videos have saved me a lot of money and frustration over the years. Looking forward to wherever the future takes you.

[@butterbeantx]

Hey good to see your face! Glad you were able to get yourself sorted and take a well-deserved break after your long tenure of videos. You've given me lots of courage to work on my own vehicles and saved me lots of money. Also your enthusiasm for Hondas made me go out and get a manual Fit that I love. Best of luck to you no matter if its on or off KZbin.

[@AnthonyLovato]

Great to see you back. A topic for discussion or learning I like is scanner usage. How to properly use a scanner and the use of different types of scanners. I own three and each is useful in its own way. Basically a focus on diagnostics. Thank you, keep up the great work.🤙

[@ETCG1]

Great topic. Sounds like a good one to bring ScannerDanner into.

[@AnthonyLovato]

​@@ETCG1there's a thought, a collaboration. I like watching different channels and their take on the use or non use of scanners. Their approach to diagnosis and which piss they like using in that diagnosis.

[@LowVoltage_FPV]

I'm glad I left notifications on for this channel. Welcome back!

[@jeffbanfieldsflwr3537]

Thanks, Eric. We love ya. You got me through many vehicle issues back in the day. I'm glad you're back, brother.

[@pudermcgavin4462]

Glad you got time! I remember the video you talked about losing the shop! And you were very hopeful and had ideas of the new shop ect! Can't believe it's been that long! Glad to see you are doing well and growing in a good way! Welcome back we missed you!

[@jmcenterprises9591]

Welcome back, glad to hear that you're ok. I look forward to seeing etcg1 videos again!

[@johnpetersen8116]

Eric, you have given the community a great deal of information over the years and forged the way, (IMHO) for many mechanics and car guys to start their own channel. You also helped so many of us DIY folks out in our early days and gave us some great tips and tricks and tool recommendations, etc... Remember your drive axle tear down way back around 2010? Remember your first small and somewhat dark garage? Humble beginnings are what made me tune in and im glad you are thinking about coming back and adding more content. I'll keep an eye out for your next video! Thanks again for all you have done Jp

[@SJGINC]

I'm glad to see you back and that you are well. You have taught me so much about car repair over the years. Thank you

[@Jabberwocky4k]

I'm glad you're back and thank you for taking care of you before taking care of your channel. I guess my automotive-related topic suggestion would be The proper way the customer should carry a conversation with a technician / mechanic.

[@ETCG1]

Great suggestion, thank you!

[@Jabberwocky4k]

Also: Ways not to lose tools or parts when working on a vehicle.

[@KPaul7]

Long time no see. Welcome back, and I'm glad you took a break. I am also glad you are back. Towards the end, I could see the stress and just how it was affecting you. I am just going to enjoy whatever you do put out. Much respect ❤

[@EarlSinclair97]

Started following ETCG in 2008-2009 (pre-beard days). Eric's the OG of KZbin automotive guys.

[@Caf1972]

I'm glad you've taken time off and renewed yourself. I remember watching a ton of your first videos!!!! Glad your back and willing to start making more content, Sir!!!

[@Ecosse57]

i'm glad you're well sir. you've been nothing but a positive voice in this sphere and you've helped me with car stuff quite a bit. fwiw i also loved the four door hot rod (and cobra, et al) stuff. hoping nothing but good things for ya.

[@JPR3D]

My Man. I'm glad you're doing better and that you want to share more of your work.

[@sixteenseven123]

Dang, makes me think of when I first started watching your videos way back in 2011-2012ish. I wasn’t very interested in cars until I was 16 and got curious to learn more before I started driving, and of all things a Need for Speed game was really the closest I could get to practicing, so that’s what I did lol. I had so much fun playing that game I started to just Google search the parts that were available in the game and try to learn what they did and how they work, and I found myself enamored at the depth of knowledge there was to be had. I don’t remember exactly how, but at some point I stumbled across an ETCG video on KZbin and I enjoyed watching it so much because I was able to learn how all these parts and systems communicate and work together to make these crazy machines work, so over the course of several days I sat there and watched every single video in your catalog at the time lol. I stayed subbed because I wanted to keep learning, and it just kind of became a staple in my life to watch every single video you put out, regardless of if there was knowledge to be gained or not😂 Really glad to hear you’re doing well Eric, and glad to see you back online, I’ll be looking forward to any new releases🙏

[@roadworthy6901]

Your videos have always been entertaining and informative, I genuinely appreciate all you've done in your youtube endeavors! You've definitely saved me a ton of money in fixing my project cars in learning and discovering what to do without paying for extensive conventional education. Thanks again!

[@Paul1958R]

Eric, Long time subscriber. Good to see you alive and hopefully healthy and happy. Paul (in MA)

[@ETCG1]

Thank you Paul!

[@randym.4209]

Glad to see you coming back. You were one of the first and best auto repair channels on YT and I always loved your content

[@chasefrench2352]

Was super pumped to see this video in my feed. Welcome back. Maybe spread it out a bit more this time around. We don't mind waiting

[@ToyotatechDK]

Hi Eric, its great to have you back on the air. Greetings from Denmark

[@jasonyoung7673]

Eric, glad your back man!!!, glad you had some time to take care of you man!!!...... follow your flavor brother and you will find your path....🙌

[@spelunkerd]

It's so nice to hear from you, Eric!

[@ETCG1]

Nice to see you again!

[@glennisguntoro2408]

Glad you're back and in a good place. You're everybody's friend!

[@Elvis35-77]

Aw man! So good to have you back buddy! Your videos helped me get through a really rough time in my life a few years back. I'm in a good place now and seeing this video made my day, just fantastic news Eric! Looking forward to some great content bro. All the best from Marty D in Glasgow, Scotland😁😁😁😁