Will this BLOWN UP jeep run and drive again for under $500?

My girlfriends 2011 Jeep Liberty 3.7l v6 engine blew up on us on the way to Tucson from the Albuquerque balloon fiesta. Dropped a valve seat and locked the motor up. Destroyed a few things. Dad and me get it on the road again for under 500 (hopefully)
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[@richardcline1337]

The thing that makes this job even better is that you did it for Emily, someone you care for. Making her happy is the greatest payment of all.

[@emilyroseeeh]

You did a great job babe! I’m so happy to be driving it again ❤️

[@AB-uw3os]

So happy to see someone in America repairing the engine of his vehicle. Just hearing the number of times perfectly good vehicles are crushed over there due to a just a blown head gasket makes me sick. The American spirit lives on. 👍

[@DonaldStewart-i9j]

Good job Travis brag on your dad more I miss my dad

[@peggydorsey]

Emily’s reaction was priceless, you’re a keeper!

[@theetravisb]

Thanks Peggy! We need to visit again soon

[@the_truck_farmer]

That’s bold using the old rod! Glad it worked out alright and Emily got her car back.

[@BobbyDavis-cl8vr]

Your dad cracked me up when you started the engine. He is an old mechanic was not surprised it started up. “Yep that’s what it’s supposed to do”

[@jackhenderson4357]

Just thought I would share this thought I learned from another old man . To remove rust from old rusty door locks and things , I fill a bucket with white vinegar - put my parts in to some for 3-4 days or more . I take power washer and wash the parts . They look like brand new. It really works great for the old rusty Model A wheels and for gas tanks . Pad locks, window regulator etc . I love the trip you did with the 2,000 mile trip with your dad .

[@charlesadams7002]

Appreciate your videos...thanks

[@Ranman451]

Travis has become one of my favorite shows on KZbin. Keep up the great work!

[@beth-d9]

Love this! Thanks for taking such good care of our Emily!!! ❤

[@lukewalker1116]

Your lucky to have a dad in your life. Cool you and your dad are friends. It also amazes me he can sit indian style at his age lol!

[@theetravisb]

Yes my dads great

[@paullagrange9711]

Yall did a great job! I'm sure Emily really appreciates you for your efforts.

[@marknadeau9190]

That was really nice of you. She seemed really happy.

[@steeliewheelies]

Feels good doanit. Hell yeah man, making people smile is the best. That first start up was something out of a fairytale lol, zero issues and ran perfect. Satisfying as all get out

[@joanisrael4729]

So happy to see this and it makes me feel good

[@brianharvey8287]

Travis, You and your Dad have a relaxing manner about you. It makes it a joy to watch your videos. Keep up the great work.

[@theetravisb]

Thanks man will do

[@takingcarebusiness3357]

You're very lucky she dropped that valve seat so close to home. Dad to the rescue! 😊👍

[@av8tore71]

Enjoy the time you have with your dad, I lost my dad to dementia first then he passed away. The smartest man I ever knew until this nasty disease took his life so enjoy every day you have with him. JS

[@NoWr2Run]

So DAMN SATISFYING when it starts up with no knocking, leaking or engine light, GREAT JOB. That looked like a PAIN IN THE ASS TO ASSEMBLE.

[@mmoats4294]

Great video. Very educational. Enjoyed seeing your girlfriend’s reaction.

[@rayscrafield2106]

I love your videos and I am in awe of how well you and your Dad get along. At least it appears that way. He and you are "budds".

[@robertlacob8831]

Great quick job but always paying attention to details! A must in modern engines today. I applaud DAD for giving you only what you need for right advice and letting you figure things out for yourself if you can, with a little assurance from dad if needed.

[@theetravisb]

Yeah he’s great!

[@rickeymitchell8620]

Great job. Engine is quiet. Love the way you didn't rush the job and took a methodical approach. Cudos to Dad for sharing his expertise! Emily had a look of pure joy on her face when you gave it back to her.

[@theetravisb]

Thank you!

[@RayScrafield]

Travis, every one of your videos are entertaining. I have watched every one you've produced. You are doing a great job and your Dad is an information guru. I sort of thought he and I were a bit closer in age but then I realized I worked in a Buick dealership in 65-68. So, I guess he's a bit younger than me. I'm 81.

[@wesleysmith7676]

that's crazy just conking out like that i like watching you and your dad work together

[@lonniesmith4208]

I like these videos I really like the ones where you work with your dad.allways wanted one like that.keep it up

[@itsmephil2255]

Awww that smile at the end, totally worth it And your Dad is awesome

[@shawnsheppard1447]

Her reaction had to be worth it. Cute couple.

[@ghouliesgarage3922]

That was really cool of you Travis! Your channel is quickly becoming my Go To channel! Keep up the great work !

[@shawnsparks-qk7sf]

Love to watch you and your dad work on vehicles. Educational and entertaining all in one show. Keep them coming.

[@martinnightingale6033]

Nice seeing you fix your Girls car . I live in the uk and I have an 05 liberty . She of an age she takes a bit to keep her on the road . Yet she only has 86000 miles on her . I know not the greatest Jeep , but she’s mine . Kind regardsMartin x

[@learning6253]

My grandson has a 2003 liberty that had the same problem with 103,000 miles on it. He wanted to get another vehicle and use the jeep as a trade in. His father gave me the vehicle. I will be using your vehicle as a guide. you have given me a preview. Thanks.

[@noahreese2455]

I’m glad you found a girlfriend. I’m still looking a girl. But I’m happy for you man. Keep up the good work.😁

[@theetravisb]

Thanks Noah!

[@stephenlabranche7201]

Excellent job. Tons of labor to replace that one piston. You’re very lucky that you have your dad to help you. Thank you for sharing this video. 🙏

[@tracieblades3271]

Awesome job Travis. I enjoyed watching this...I knew you'd do a great job😊

[@sdbougeno]

had a 2012 liberty with 3.7 thatdid same thing. glad to see you got it going again

[@WaddedBliss]

You doing that head rebuild with your old man reminds me of doing the same with my dad on an OHC 2 litre Cortina in the UK back in the early 80s. Good memories.

[@jslwrnc63]

Enjoy the time with your Dad!

[@tanhelmet]

Awesome and prompt repair. I've got a '05 Liberty and '08 Commander with the same engine.

[@MrAndrewkheinrich]

First of your videos I have seen - you got a new subscriber.

[@theetravisb]

That means a lot to my dad and me !

[@jamesfaceless666]

The hard work is rewarding

[@stretside]

Hi from the UK, I am new to the channel, very impressed with the detail you put into the videos keep up the good work!

[@theetravisb]

Thank you for the compliment and for watching

[@jerryking2418]

Good job. You and your dad saved a bundle by fixing it yourself. Well done.

[@mike-tl3is]

Great job you and your dad did

[@williamwalker6530]

Nice job! Almost looked like the chain was caught under the head when you torqued it down...

[@janbill79]

that's what I thought

[@shep4life1]

Do more videos with your dad he has a wealth of knowledge we can all learn from

[@kapekodbob]

Great job. Not sure what went wrong. I bought a 05 new in 04 and put 170K on it. Never touched the engine same as hers. Same plugs ran great. Also had a 97 dakota similar engine 217 K on it before wrecked.

[@Hollywood-up6gq]

I hv 01 Jeep Laredo so I was hook on this video and hard work you and your pops did ...

[@LeonardoMarqx]

32:45 Every time you caught thinking what's the purpose of your life, remember this kind of smile from the person that you care the most. No money pays this kind of thing! Well done!

[@Westy73]

Can do attitude for the win. Did the same repair on a 2.8 Chev V6 back in ‘95 or ‘96

[@charlesw.hopperjr.5236]

Big Job;Great Surprise!

[@dontheplumber9338]

You and your Dad rock!

[@DependableAutoTruck]

its always a good idea when you have a engine apart to do a cam crank correlation with a scan tool usually they run better and start quicker

[@ronaldrader402]

It great to see some work like my dad and I did so long ago

[@ralo1558]

Great job and knowledge.Thanks for sharing

[@Lucas_Tulic]

Well... the algorithm worked. I follow channels like Budget Buildz, Halfass Kustoms and Clunkers and Classics, and now out of nowhere this video showed up in my recs, and so far I'm liking what I'm seeing, so... new sub!! Cheers from Buenos Aires!!

[@theetravisb]

Yes the algorithm is working thank you for watching more to come !

[@adambailey9828]

Yanno there’s not many videos I watch all the way through. But my self owning a 2004 Jeep liberty and my mom owning a 2010 Jeep liberty. This video is pretty awesome and pretty informative. Great job on the work.

[@theetravisb]

Thank you !

[@normanrhone142]

Ypu and your dad, did awesome. Proper job 👍👍

[@theetravisb]

Thank you for watching

[@normanrhone142]

@@theetravisb nuff respek boss 👍

[@robertlove73]

Nice job looks like you can just about fix anything

[@ernieking2664]

Oh no another deadly fram filter

[@brianhornak5937]

Good Man Travis

[@thatguy1905]

Such nice weather we are having.

[@rodneyprimm5984]

Thank you for sharing 🙏

[@marcussimon7971]

Nice work sounds good

[@cleophusA]

Man you got a TON of "honey do" points for this one!

[@theetravisb]

Should last me at least a year

[@Michael_Greenhill]

Great job on that piston!

[@theetravisb]

Thank you!

[@danbentsen]

You are fortunate you are intrested in the same trade as your father made a livin with. You two seem to get along well in your auto repair. Your videos are intresting to watch. Remember my old man tellin me you could get Ford model A & T at the Dump in Minneapolis all day for $25 & 50 bucks, those days are gone. Thanks for watch

[@thomashenniger2070]

As always- great stuff!!!

[@MUCKFOOT399]

always take out the top bolts first on the bell housing.

[@winstonemerson2439]

Mad skills.You and your dad should run a mechanic school.

[@scrambler69-xk3kv]

My daughter had a Jeep Liberty, but it was the older body style. Also, a 3.7 liter. When she sold it, the mileage was well over two hundred thousand. It treated her pretty good other than the gas mileage which I do not believe was very good. I hope you did not get any gasket material into the coolant or oil passages.

[@timsquire9620]

Awesome job great content can't wait to see more videos

[@jonathanmiddleton1141]

Man, I’ve been subscribed to your channel since the very first video I saw of yours a few months ago.

[@maxd4196]

Good video as usual, the tree near your workbench and vise is one of our Aussie ones I think, a kurrajong.

[@paullagerquist4964]

Good job you two

[@BillyBob-uc9zp]

Well done Mr 😎

[@fordpower1977]

Great job 👍👌

[@timhughessr]

Great video thanks for sharing

[@daleschuler1720]

Good job and a good video.

[@kevinwhaley8217]

I had a ram pickup same 3.7 that did the same exact thing . I sold it got a cummins

[@dannyisaacs3877]

you did a great job

[@michaelliles2157]

Nice job guys

[@nannielu]

Amazing! Well done!!!

[@3208catbird]

I have a love hate relationship with my Jeeps. My 1993 Grand Cherokee with the 4.0 L, is way more reliable than my 2006 Hemi Commander. Wouldn't be surprised if the gen 1 Hemi's cylinder deactivation causes a dropped valve in the future. The Commander's like a Cherry on a Daimler/Turd Sunday!

[@andrewk6844]

Hope you cleaned the cylinder out well ,washed it out then clean cloth with oil to make sure there was no metal left from honing ,plus you had the crank covered

[@briancalvey4997]

You and your dad are good mechanics. A lot of know-how. Impressive achievement, and it was the icing on the cake to do it for someone you care about.

[@chrisflaws6763]

Great job

[@gnp253]

Congrats!

[@TheTrooper777]

Great job guy's

[@craigsowers8456]

Good job, good BF ... nice story !

[@AndreBarnett]

I also have a KK, I can’t wait until you have to do the heater core one day.

[@hooskidoesminecraft6807]

How bad, as i’ve got to do it myself here soon

[@tylerchrist14]

Very nice. Keep it up!

[@jessierandolph5084]

Love your videos your gettin the hang of it

[@theetravisb]

Thanks!

[@Diggingforendtimetruths]

Well done

[@dusterowner9978]

the 3.7 was prone to valve seat problems . Might want to move on from the Jeep to a Jeep with chrysler pentastar v6

[@deniscudahy4549]

Good job 👍

[@michaelsaenz6133]

Any Chrysler/Jeep/Dodge product with a .7 in the engine size are trouble. The 3.7 is famous for dropping valve guides. A friend of mine dropped one before any other damage pulled the head and had a machine shop do all the valve guides on that head. I warned him to do the other head as well while he had the intake off and the exhaust dropped but he thought he knew better than I did. He ran his Dodge Nitro for three days and dropped a valve guide on the other head. Live and learn.

[@davidweidner1675]

Great 👍 to you can shadetree wrenching modern vehicles

[@johnygonagetu7096]

Best automotive KZbin channel