Toyota Tundra: Welding On New Convertor Flanges & Replacing Muffler

[@SouthMainAuto]

Now before we start a *Chevy vs Toyota* war in the comment section let it be known I am a Toyota fan boy haha. I was just poking fun at our good friend Scotty for all the love he gives Toyota. I can't complain to much about my Tundra. After all, this is the first "repair." Not to mention most 2013 GM's I can't put on my lift because the frames snap in half or crush from all the rust 😂 There....shots fired! 💥💥💥 Seriously though😐 ....calm down they're all junk when they're broke

[@dans_Learning_Curve]

Plus 1000!

[@animal16365]

But how many treat there trucks with either fluid film or krown?

[@canifixit3504]

I'm not a fan of chevy and will never own a Japanese crap toyota but to each their own choice

[@justinballard7242]

Theres no good vehicles left anymore too much emissions.

[@jeffreyuber5303]

I’ve heard a saying at the shop my dad worked at if it’s got … or tires you’ve got problems. I’ll leave the three dots for the word missing to keep it pg lol

[@vehcor]

The last time I heard someone break so many experts’ hearts, it was my video. 😂 I hate working on my own stuff too. The owner is a cheapskate that never pays!

[@SouthMainAuto]

You're rubbing off on me haha

[@moehoward01]

You should complain to management, Scott.

[@ZGDX_Smiling_]

Giveaway all the repaired vehicles for Free.

[@ranierotravaglini8382]

@vehcor I watch all your videos, you are extremely talented at what you do. Keep up the good work (without the bi*** mittens 😂😂😂

[@8760-x8z]

Let the pizza girl do the work

[@johno9163]

I was a service tech for 42 years and there is something extremely satisfying watching a craftsman do work. The skill and explanations of the process keep bringing me back and loving every video. Thanks again Mr. O for the awesome videos ( yes at 75 years old I said awesome).

[@mynameisnickish]

I've been an auto tech for over 20 years and I think this channel is the most legit auto repair KZbin channel I've seen. Two thumbs up.

[@drbobwoolery]

I grew up with my father's pipeline welding rig in the driveway. Your torch technique is excellent, and MIG work adequate to purpose (I have MIG welded piping for a Nuclear project) . Doing it all with bare hands makes my old burn scars throb, but you get away with it. Don't let the would be fire jockey comments bother you. Gloves and safety glasses are all I would add if I tried this job. Good Work.

[@jefferp]

Screw all those people. As a retired professional welder at a high level, your welds are fine. You are usually welding rust to new metal. Always a real joy! ,

[@stevenlatham4397]

It’s awesome how far the channel has evolved. I found your channel when you only had around 40k. With nearly 20x that many now, you still don’t have a sponsor or do any stupid advertising plugs (I say this as a compliment and with respect). Thanks for keeping it real.

[@mrfishbulb7187]

Sponsor free you tube content is getting thin on the ground these days. Thanks Eric.

[@myfastcars]

Its all about how level headed, sincere, honest and trustworthy he is. NO BS! Its like, I would really enjoy having this guy as a friend! I follow Eric to watch him methodically hunt down and solve really complex issues. Its amazing when you can insert your self into his troubleshooting scenario and do/predict the next step he will take. YES, I have been schooled by Eric but, not very often. I lived in the RUST BELT most of my life and have experienced the exact same vehicle cancer issues he experiences. Ive had damn older Jeeps dissolve out from under me and toil over the same F150 exhaust bolt nubs hell! You can put Rainman Ray and FORDBOSSME up there in the same greatness. They are my go to channels!

[@MarkK01]

@@myfastcars I wouldn't put Rainman Ray on that same pedestal. He was alright when he was working for others but as soon as he started working for himself he went down hill. He complains way to much. Heaven forbid he gets oil on his hands. He complains he has no time to do maintenance on his own truck but he has plenty of time to add gauges and diff covers. I used to be a fan of his but not anymore.

[@rebelregan7487]

I've been a mechanic for a few years now and I have to say your welding and cutting torch experience is Awesome. I'm a full time mechanic here in NC I've done some welding twice this week and I would be so embarrassed if I had taking pictures or even videos of the jobs I had done they were absolutely terrible. I've learned so much from watching your videos keep up the good work and Thank You for the hard and honest work that you do for our fellow Americans.

[@MrAnderson5157]

Welders do take it serious and if your work depends on it there is no good enough to pass muster. There's always competetion too. But I'll go out on a limb and say most critics haven't welding anything in thier life.

[@erie910]

On the railroad, the cutting torch is known as the "hot wrench." It's a huge help in replacing rusted track bolts.

[@brucedale4465]

Also on the railroad I used to work for, the gas powered hacksaw!

[@dgk42]

Over my way it is referred to as a Gas Axe.

[@bataviawillem1]

@@dgk42 We call it the blue wrench.

[@boogerhead0]

High school shop classes/aka ag shop class, should be required to watch this particular video. Sooner or later, they will need to perform such tasks, exhaust fix, hitch bend, bracket fabrication, etc. As to torch use, most kids my age who had anything to do with tractor, car fix, agriculture, etc learned how to use both torch and cutter as teenagers, maybe even earlier, and this would have been in the 60s. You display perfect torch handling/technique, nothing wrong with using heat to fix/fabricate/form/touch up...

[@mikep1646]

I've welded for 38 years and I will say your welds are perfect.. great work

[@GS-lh2nx]

I always come for the repair but stay for the commentary. Eric O. is the king of auto repair on KZbin. Thanks and Merry Christmas to you and yours.

[@calholli]

He's top 5 for sure.

[@amatod4]

Agree 💯

[@brucea822]

Indeed Mrs. O’s husband is the ultimate

[@GrayRealities]

Eric is a great mechanic if I’m ever in New York I’m definitely gonna look him up but what about Ray and Scotty they’re also great mechanics too watching these three guys videos is like watching the Three Stooges. You could never get enough and you can watch the reruns and enjoy them over and over again 👍❤️ merry Christmas everyone God bless you all in Jesus holy name, and have a happy new year… sending love and prayers and holiday. Cheers from Chicago another salt belt 👍❤️⛄️🎁🎅🎄

[@phillipschutter24]

I also work in the rust belt and that's ehat separates mechanics from dipshits, Eric o is one of the best I know and I'm right up there with him and no I dont have to brag to know I'm better than most..... my work speaks for itself

[@mattn6368]

The ChrisFix "soapy wudder" killed me! 😂

[@landonhall6444]

I hate muffler/exhaust work. I'm 70 and just put a new muffler and tailpipe on my 98 Malibu. All Amazon and O'Reilly parts. Not bad. A lot of messing around making things fit. I have a little advantage, I was a dealer line mechanic back in the 70's and then changed careers and spent 25+ years doing computer software development, so at least I have all the tools and some kinda background. Love your channel and appreciate your skill level and work ethic.

[@stanleyknight8173]

It is nice to know someone who can still use a cutting touch not just a sawzall and PB blaster.

[@inatrance92SK]

For a truck driven in the north east, the frame and undercarriage look really good.

[@SouthMainAuto]

It is a daily dirt road driver and a I plow with it

[@jamesofallthings3684]

An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, as they say.

[@chrisE815]

Fluid film

[@mikeanthony7940]

Fluid film my 06 Tacoma every year and I live in southeast PA where the brine and salt are used. The frame is still original and looks great. Like Eric’s Tundra.

[@MARKE911]

I never heard of fluid film until I started watching here. If we get a few inches of snow here in the South it's over. Snow plows??? Haha nope. Not here. We all just stay home and wait for the roads to melt 24 hours later

[@jerrygundrum1]

Fluid film for the win.....lookin good after all those years

[@brucehobbs1734]

Mrs. O is the best supervisor. Making sure your working and doing it right!

[@ahmedalhimaidi9804]

Man that's funny 🤣😂🤣🤣 Scotty waving 👋👋. I been watching Scotty for 16years now my wife hates his voice 🤣😆🤣.but I learned a lot from him.

[@danlearned6199]

Just a quick note that might make life a lil' bit easier. The confines, restricted access space makes MIG welding exhaust a PITA. Thought you should know that Tweco makes an adjustable/bendable replacement contact tube for MIG guns called the Knucklehead series making it a ton easier to wrap a weld bead around those hard to get to spots.

[@pcvideos100]

Thanks, I was wondering how others get away with that.

[@frankish5314]

Damn.. I need one of these!

[@grahamcooper3399]

Not sure if anyone else noticed, but Eric O shows the same care and attention to detail on his own vehicle(s) as he does anything else that comes through his doors. Truly a class act! Merry Christmas to Mr. and Mrs. O and all the O's!

[@paulkirkland1535]

My thoughts exactly. Dr and Mrs O are a class act💯👍🌲

[@interdiction2]

Nice to see that you treat your own vehicle just the same as your customers' vehicles. 👍 Never ever seen you take a cheap shortcut. Just a very good and honest mechanic.

[@needleonthevinyl]

We do this type of repair at my shop all the time! Great to see someone else doing it like we do. Whatever Toyota and Subaru use for exhaust pipe holds up good, but the flanges just turn into dust. By the way, that's an Autopart International muffler and we get them special order through Advance Auto. As far as I can tell they're the highest quality replacement exhaust out there. It's now my first choice for exhaust. Had way too many Tundras come back for Walker tailpipes that rusted off after a year or two.

[@summerforever6736]

Good info thanks

[@drloch6174]

The people that comment about the cutting torches are people that don't work on cars for a living. It's more cost effective and a better use of your time to cut it off with the torch than spend time screwing around with some other means of achieving the same results... getting the pipes and mufflers off when they are rusted on.

[@Garth2011]

LOL...Oxy/Acet torches are in every muffler shop out here in the west and when they came out in volume, so are MIG welders. Every complete front to exhaust tip dual exhaust job I had done in the 1970's was performed with a torch from removing the existing system to installing the custom bent new system. No MIG welding at all, no muffler clamps etc. I had 4 or 5 vehicles in the muffler shop back then and not once was anything but a torch used. Today, I see advantages in the MIG welder and also in the Milwaukee Hacksall or larger Sawsall for exhaust sytem work. There are areas that a blade would be best vs a hot torch with too much ambient heat for various surrounding parts, rubber, wiring etc. but you will always have a use for a torch in any exhaust work, expecially as Eric said, in the north east. Any vehicle repair shop would have a need for a torch as long as the user knows how to use one properly. They are required in various procedures and as in this shops location, minimum requirements for north east repairs. BTW...many muffler shops have access to all kinds of "truck" mufflers through their suppliers. Might be worth a look now and then. We have a few muffler only shops, some still with the "pit" type service bays and ramps above them. Super cool for doing that kind of work. They aren't going to be needed as much if the country really does turn into mostly EV's 30 years from now.

[@murphymmc]

Cuttin' torch, heck yeah, efficient. Like other commenters, I don't use my torch as frequently as a whole lot of guys and the local supply house raised their prices about 500% for tank lease, so I bought them. That has worked out well. I think they have added gold molecules to the fuel and shielding gases as well as the price indicates something like that. They've also decided that every consumable, from tips, to gloves, to hammers, pliers, discs, everything, now gets a hazmat charge. I never realized soapstone markers were hazardous, didn't know mig tips and sharpies were hazardous, didn't know leather gloves were hazardous. How have we stayed alive for so long? 😉😉

[@frankvucolo6249]

Just for shoots and giggles, you should have soldered something just to complete the hat trick of introducing heat to influence metal in one video. Love your channel, Eric. It’s the best out there. Just keep doing what you’re doing!

[@elcheapo5302]

As a DIY'r, I own my torch setup. Leasing the tanks all year long to use it once or twice just didn't pencil out. A medium Miller/Smith torch setup, a 75cuft full acetylene tank, an 80cuft oxygen tank, and a cart set me back over $1000 several years ago. The upfront cost of leasing the tanks would have been lower, but at this point they're probably paying me back. There are cheaper ways to torch, but I like nice tools. 😉

[@WarrenMillerIII]

Yep. Same for welding gases: it works out better for us DIY’ers in the long run to own the tanks outright and find a place that will fill them at a reasonable cost.

[@mph5896]

I had a set of tiny tanks used for hvac brazing I was using for automotive. Seems like I was constantly having them filled. Upgraded the garage to giant tanks on the cart and I haven't filled them since. Its time to refill though. I use mine a couple times a month, but without them I can't do the work. Well worth the $.

[@dougjones9493]

I always wanted a torch but could not justify the cost. Than one day I was driving along and someone was throwing out one of the small portable kit, ( tanks carry case gages the whole thing). The tanks were completely full.

[@wssides]

Some jurisdictions won't allow you to own tanks as a diy or shop or dealership. The people that own them can't legally get them filled.

[@briangardner5764]

One draw back with torches is the cost of acetylene. The last time I had my small tank refilled (2 years ago) it was well over $100.

[@johnerway7255]

Eric, I like the remarks that detailed the viewer (arm chair critic) calling out issues with welding. They must have ran out of popcorn!!!!!! Thanks guy for the instruction.

[@charlesrusso9531]

Been using a torch and MIG welder for 50 years. Living in the Northeast, I don't know how one could work without them. One can develop some pretty good surgical skills over the years using these tools.

[@donnlowe9129]

Who would have thought that replacing a muffler and tailpipe you would be able to showcase your many skills from using your cutting torch to fitting the flanges and pulling your system tight with a ratchet strap , nice Eric as usual.

[@davidplaster4576]

I had a muffle from Rock Auto that was stainless steel that looked just like that all banged up. I was like "heck no!!" I shipped it back, they shipped another one, and the new one was clean with no dents. I have been using Rock Auto for pretty much anything, great prices, and great service!!

[@davidduerr7150]

As a fellow resident of NYS in the rust belt, Your comment on the torch could not be more true! It is an absolute necessity!! I think that its rare that I can do any car repair up here without using the torch. Great videos and I love your channel! Merry Christmas

[@3duckit]

I feel that you let the comments bother you more than you did years ago. Don’t listen to these people. Half of them have no clue what it takes!!! You rock and are by far one of the best humans ever!!!!!!!!! Honest hardworking and a great family man!!!!!

[@markmaguire3554]

I don't know about the cutting torch comments, but it does impress me how you can cut a nut of a stud without damaging the threads. Hats off to you for that.

[@wjhjr1415]

I suspect the torch issue is because the "youngsters" and those who grew up in dealerships haven't had ready access to torches. I'm just a DIYer and can't imagine not having "Vic".

[@ianwatosky5481]

as a youngster who doesn't have ready access to a torch i just sit there jealous.

[@crazyracinjason]

Long time dealer tech here. It's weird where I'm at in Virginia because it wasn't as essential until about 10 years ago or so when the state started brining the roads before winter weather. Now I use them all the time. As far as the young people I've encountered lately, most of them can barely operate a screwdriver, so using a torch is going to be a hard sell for a while. I hope that's just an issue in my area and not everywhere. It's time for me to move into the independent world though.

[@anthonybenanti9240]

I work at a dealership on Long Island and i use the torch weekly. Rusty cars need some extra motivation to come apart lol

[@wssides]

@@crazyracinjason Try some farm boys (and girls) for productivity and knowledge.

[@lloydweems6237]

I love to see you bring out the torch, it gets the job done. Merry Christmas.

[@Randrew]

I think he oughta get a HyperTherm brand plasma cutter. But only because he's got too much money ;)

[@robertswartzwelder8810]

Have noticed your exceptional surgery skills with a torch in the past. My dad fixed rusty junk and farm trucks that lived on dirt roads to feed the family when I was a kid. He too used a torch all the time. Love watching a pro burn a 3/8 nut off an exhaust stud and the stud is still useable. Love your channel!

[@motocomiot]

Here in salty Britain (England, Scotland & Wales) Oxy Acetylene cutting, brazing and welding is a dying art - as far as welding goes modern mig & tig is superior for less skill, but in the hands of an experienced gas welder its a tool of beauty. I learned from my old man (Dad) and I could not run my shop without it.

[@stuartbuckley6113]

I have never seen such a beautiful job of welding in my life! Fantastic job! Wonderful workmanship.

[@harveyband9843]

Wow, from Scotty Kilmer to Chris Fix to the Streets of Gold with an absence of rust, my whole day is covered.

[@bend3rbot]

I loved his dead-pan Scotty joke.

[@92Pony]

I was just waiting to see who else he was gonna work in! 😄

[@pitchforkpeasant6219]

Power Age and ScannerDanner. And Pine Hollow Auto Diagnostics too!😁

[@rick980]

Love how organized you and your shop are.

[@romeo_alpha0176]

The title ALL of us were waiting for! 🤣

[@RustyZipper]

Next video title: “I’m getting sued by Toyota for saying this…. But I don’t care!” Then “My Last video before I quit KZbin” ….

[@tonebonebgky2]

@@RustyZipper Scotty will never quit, he's "quit" dozens of times.

[@61rampy65]

@@tonebonebgky2 Which is one reason I don't watch him anymore. Clickbait, and his annoying voice, not to mention the waving hands. If he ever gets handcuffed by the cops, how will he be able to answer their questions?

[@markhamilton1847]

Cutting torches in general are an absolute necessity . I was an electrician and we had torches in our shop.Kanda like a sledgehammer , you may not need it all the time but when you do it's nice to have. Makes a 30 minute job a 3 minute one.

[@marclemoullec7997]

From Manitoba, Canada. I Use the torch alot. Heat and remove otherwise it break and the repair. Love how I can cut one layer and not touch the other layer on exhaust work. Keep up the good work. Merry Christmas!

[@clintprice2123]

Excellent video! Nice to see Scott’s comment along with the Chris Fix reference. I was waiting for you to say Rays gravity when you dropped the bolts as well. This is always as entertaining with your humor as it is informative with the repairs.

[@MrWolverine46]

I’m in the Midwest (aka the other rust belt), and yes torches are necessity in our shop. The time it saves, and the ability to get out rusty hardware is well worth the expense. We lease our tanks as well through prax and when we have empty tanks they just swap them out. No need to worry about hydro testing and such.

[@kenmohler4081]

Even for non-rusty stuff like the single nut end of a shock absorber, cutting the nut off with a torch is much faster than playing around trying to stop the whole thing spinning with the wrench.

[@electridan69]

You're the best mechanic, and only mechanic I watch. I love your channel, don't stop. Socal here!

[@retrowonder1097]

Hi South Main, I want to let you know that I am a fan of your channel, and after watching this video, it confirms what happened a few years ago with my 1999 4Runner. I have owned it from new and take very good care of it. However, we have quite a few repair shops where I live in PA that take every opportunity to rip you off. The shop I take my 4Runner to, replaced my OEM system with a Walker system to pass emissions. My Toyota never felt the same afterward. Then two years later, they said the muffler and tailpipe had rusted through and needed to be replaced again. After getting poor performance and numerous CEL, I bought an OEM system from the dealer in 2021 and replaced the Walker junk myself. It was expensive but worth every penny, as my 4Runner runs like it did when it was new, and no more CELs. Keep up the good work.

[@AaronBelknap]

When I worked at the tractor dealership working in service, we fired up the torch a lot! Cutting old gears, bolts etc! It was faster than spray and pray your favorite penetrant. The lead mechanic told me what each minute costs to work on a rig and it opened my eyes. Use that torch Mr. O! Whatever works the best. I inherited my father in laws torch kit and I love it! Keep on keeping on!

[@JT-dx1qk]

The heat wrench is a must where I come from. I use propane and oxygen , it works awesome , I don't miss acetylene at all. That's the best looking aftermarket exhaust I've seen in a long time , hope it holds up as good as it looks

[@dougbourdo2589]

Only the second time I have heard of using Propane rather than Acetylene.

[@alwhitesell4023]

I also use propane and oxygen it's much cheaper and unless you are cutting 1/2 in plate steel there is not a huge difference.

[@dirtfarmer7472]

When I was farming we used a carbide acetylene generator. I know it was an antique. Switched to propane in the winter.

[@InsideOfMyOwnMind]

It's painted black.....so you know it's good. But then he puts his had over the tail pipe for a second, probably set a code🤣

[@parkerlich5617]

@@dougbourdo2589 All the muffler shops I used to go to used propane.

[@tomoakhill8825]

I love your extreme welding excellence. I have never ever seen anyone weld as well as you do.

[@geopad8444]

No truer word spoken “I hate working on my own stuff “ love the videos and expertise!

[@penguinbrand]

I love Tundras. I am on my 4th one. I drove the first one, an '07, for 5 years, 95,000 miles. I changed the tires and the wiper blades and nothing else. I got 60% of what I paid for it after all that time from the dealer! Similar experiences with the '12, '16 and the '19. I was laughing out loud when you explained why we feel the need to touch something 5 seconds after welding it.🤣🤣🤣 I think you're a GREAT welder. Merry Christmas

[@jamesspash5561]

Cutting torch? Very first tool I bought 40 years ago. Yes required here in salt country. Impact gun, air hammer and torches. Yes the hot rust is good for the lips. Also good for landing in an ear!

[@paulregner5335]

There's an old adage that the best mechanics own the most clapped-out cars. Speaking as someone that spends 40+ hours a week spinning wrenches, sometimes the last thing I want to do when I'm not on the clock is pick-up a wrench and turn it on my own pile of parts.

[@Blazer02LS]

So very true, I think it's a combination of things though. One, we don't want to work on down time and two we tend to know if something is actually a big deal that needs to be repaired ASAP or if it can wait a bit and three, we know that the repair is likely to snowball....

[@300DBenz]

We know how bad a car can get before it needs an actual repair.

[@Lugnut64052]

Yeah, I'm guilty.

[@bbay1977]

That Miller 211 is a great machine for the average DIY person. It does cost more upfront for the machine but all I habe ever used is Miller. As soon as I'm able to thats the machine I'm going to order for myself.

[@OtherWorldExplorers]

At the moment you said" come on baby light my fire " the video went to commercial and I couldn't be happier... 😁

[@WayneB27]

2003 Tundra owner , I installed a Gibson dual muffler and pipes when the OEM system rusted out (at 200,000 kms) , Gibson lasted less than 50,000 kms, was noisy and droned at HWY speed. Replaced that with a used OEM TRD Borla stainless dualsystem removed from a crashed tundra in a junkyard ($50 complete) that system sounds great, no drones and has survived 6 years , 60,000 kms . Truch has over 400,000 kms , original drivetrain , only minor issues over the nearly 20 years I have owned it (Toyota changed the frame for free, rear shocks , a couple of lower balljoints , 2 batteries and a radiator, brake pads , one caliper , ) I used to love my Chevy trucks but OMG dod quality take a dive in the mid '90's.

[@haywardsautomotive6156]

My 2006 Chevy Silverado SS over 200K not a bit of rust & original stainless steel exhaust. Only thing I've replaced is the LF wheel bearing. Just done normal maintenance with OEM parts & all synthetic lubricants. They don't make the SS anymore so I don't ever plan on buying another truck. As far as the torch goes I have Diablo blades but I still reach for my torch. The New Yorker in me comes out. Learned real fast as a NY mechanic grab the torch & minutes later the rusted exhaust is on the floor. Only had arc welder & acetylene torches so learned real quick how to weld & braze even the most rusted crap. Now I MIG everything. Thoroughly enjoy watching you torch stuff. Brings back my NY early days as a mechanic!

[@autotek7930]

Wow that is beat up. I miss working in a shop where I can do exhaust jobs. I recently had to put a piece of pipe on my xj coz some crackhead stole my converter. Welding outside on the dirt in the wind was fun. The burning flesh smell brought back so many memories

[@efil4kizum]

i have some major minor exhaust work to do on an old old Corolla, what do you recommend

[@duanedelestienne2997]

I have to agree with you, an Oxy/Acetylene setup is a very cost effective tool. I many cases there is literally few other choices that work so well... and yes finesse is required or things just melt or fuse together.

[@CatRPlrC16]

I'll tend to learn more from watching 10 minutes of this channel than an hour of listening to Scotty's opinions.

[@eddymahon1503]

It surprises me how important positive comments are to so many KZbin creators. It surprises me more that anyone would give a bad comment to this channel.

[@robertclubs9908]

Glad to see you're show again.

[@kerrylewis2581]

That was a dam fine Scotty imitation.

[@jw-hy5nq]

I could almost hear his testicle-less screech.

[@lawnside82]

The flailing arms..lmao

[@lawnside82]

Now scotty is gonna come after eric like he did chris fix.

[@tennesseehillyankee8376]

@@lawnside82 Scotty will bring a knife to a gun fight.

[@tomtheplummer7322]

I play Scotty vids at 1.5x and it makes him look like he could take flight. 😂

[@dougschmidt8677]

I really enjoy your videos. A few comments on why...1) Just because you can do it, doesn't mean that I can. You are a skilled troubleshooter with tremendous patience. The backbone of our great country. And to think, we are paying six-figures-plus to a bunch of worthless Phd grads. 2) In a world where people don't change out of their PJs for the day, how Mrs O dresses is refreshing. Also love how the two of you interact. Classy! 3) Thanks for keeping the content G-rated....or can I just call it "respectable" . 4) You need not invest any of your time on the negative comments you receive. Those of us that are confident in who we are may see something we'd do differently, but have no urge to try to one-up you. More than likely, we'll try it your way the next time and make up our own minds. Merry Christmas to you and your family!

[@johngoodwyn8246]

I wish there were more people like you in the world it would be a far better place Merry Xmas to you and family !

[@Cst-dh7hn]

As a backyard, after hours mechanic, pulled a wrench for many years while living in eastern Mass. The person I worked with (and learned a lot from), taught me the two most important tools to have ready, before opening the bay door, was a good O/A torch and a 5lb hammer.

[@billsomebody4151]

BFH, special tool #1. I'm a super precision grinder hand +/-.0002 all day every day. i couldn't live without hammers and i have a full drawer of them in my roller box. I keep the big ones in the bottom drawer. Teensy weensy ones I make on the fly.

[@TechieGuy-zw5mp]

This is what I did about 3 years ago on my 2010 Tundra. Same time frame winter, mine was in January. I was driving and all of a sudden, the truck lost almost all power. I pulled into a gas station purchased some Ajax dish soap to add to the rubber hanger so I could remove the exhaust. Later I am going need to replace the flanges sometime soon as they are also very thin. I used one of the flange repair clamps to support the back of it for now. I also think the same thing about how Heaven will be like when working on my vehicles with rust. Everything dies here on earth; we are just seeking for ways to delay the inevitable here. I am very glad you shared you story and how you felt. I hope you and your family have a very Merry Christmas!!!

[@macklandtube]

Hands down Eric - you do the best auto repair videos

[@bhaebe6671]

Eric does very nice work but is a very poor example when NOT using protective gear, or NO seatbelts on his test rides, when thousands of people watch these videos.

[@MarkK01]

Eric O and vehcor are my 2 favorites. They keep it real.

[@MarkK01]

@@bhaebe6671 I think the audience that watches Eric's videos are old enough to decide whether they want to wear protective gear. They do not watch Eric because he does not do this or that. I think Eric is one of the best ones that use protective gear.

[@alstirling69]

Absolute nothing wrong with your welding..! Your the man who is able to turn their hand to anything. Been watching your videos for years now and still love them all.. Keep up the great work Sir.. Merry Christmas..! Al from Scotland 😎👍👏👏🎅

[@howardscott7521]

The welds on those flanges are beautiful. I’m envious. Happy holidays!

[@mavicaerials8825]

In the Republic of NY and with a rusted vehicle, the first tool to come out is the "Blue Flame" Wrench. That is absolutely necessary if you want to get the job done this year.

[@MTTech]

Very true about the torch. Brought my car into a chain shop in MN and noticed they were short staffed. This was several years back. Guy said they hired a guy that moved from the south and said he had years of experience fixing cars etc. Little did he know he had to use a torch to work on cars in the north. When he found that out the hard way, he quit. Apparently he didn't last a week.

[@raymondreiff8170]

I believe YOU 💯% You're not a work up north without a Torch working on on road machine of any kind🤣.👍

[@TheFrenchPug]

Damn. That took some serious skill. Great job Eric. I couldn't begin to imagine doing that without all of those honed skills

[@GrayRealities]

Love how wifey walks in “is it done yet” no matter what you say the next line will always be “what’s taking so long” 😂 lol she wants to see Customer work being done 👍

[@dougjones9493]

Eric, You are lucky to have a wire feed welder, back in the day I had to use a stick welder, you bent the rods to weld the top. You should have left the tape on it, it'll be the only thing holding it together in a year.

[@turbulent_tubemeat]

Off road diesel guy also in NYS...can't imagine the shop without torches. They're used daily for us at a small 4 (in shop maintenance, not counting road or setup) tech shop. Essential tooling.

[@coycarlson4979]

Eric - I too am a mechanic - nothing under the hood scares me - Cetainly don't have the experience you have - and actually learn much from your video's demonstrating your expertise and vast knowledge , BUT - to the point , I know and have said many times over the years - DOESN'T MATTER what vehicle , how OLD or NEW the vehicle - INDEED 100 % are ALL JUNK when something is broke - ESPECIALLY when the malfunction leaves the vehicle COMPLETELY inoperative - YET ANOTHER GREAT shop repair documentary 👍✌️✌️

[@armandm4587]

Just wanted to wish you all a Merry Christmas, and a great new year! I appreciate your video's and the learning experience you provide to us all. Your ability to explain what you are doing, while performing your repairs is a gift. Thanks!

[@WhalerGA]

WARNING: No wrenches were used in the removal of this exhaust system. (LOL)

[@carlboro2191]

Just the smoke wrench.

[@mikeboring1293]

Lol love watching you and as a welder by trade mig sounds nice frying bacon, only got one thing to say please wear some type of glove protection, you make your living with your hands, you wear them when doing mechanical work just saying hot molten metal hurts and can get infected

[@mrgto455]

I always had good luck with the Walker Dynomax Super Turbo mufflers. Had some on my fox body mustang and sounded and flowed great.

[@NitroModelsAndComics]

I owned my 2000 Cavalier for 19 years (R.I.P.). During those near 2 decades I put 5! Count em, 5! Walker exhaust pieces on it. Now, the muffler? I stopped getting that 2nd year. I got a NAPA performance one. It was a tad louder but had a nice little rumble to it. That lasted 4 years each. So that was good. The flex pipe just under and to the side of the oil pan was replaced at least 6 times! I would have my friend DJ at DJs Auto Seekonk Ma weld one in about every 2 years or so. The cat was OE until I junked it so that was awesome. But the other pipes lasted 2 years each in these Mass winter and salt cycles. Rest in Peace my little Cavalier. You never stranded me. You owed me nothing when the tow truck came for you this summer. You were a good boy for 19 years! I put 165K miles on you. One cylinder head, about 3 batteries. 4 full sets of tires. 1 alternator, 2 starters, 2 water pumps, 1 PS pump, 1 radiator. Some of the bulbs on you were still OE. As was the fuel pump. Oh! 2 aftermarket CD players. I will always have the memories!

[@djt3999]

FINALLY a Tundra video! I think the only other one I seen you do was when you changed your brakes.(The video that led me to your channel). I own a 2008 Tundra Crew Max that I bought new. I love it. I also love your videos, keep up the good work!

[@RustyZipper]

Don’t sell it!

[@gregorylewis8471]

Eric, I think you do just fine with a torch. Most viewers don't know a time before cut-off saws, Sawzalls, stick, TIG & MIG welders, and a host of other modern tools. But there was a time, not so long ago when blacksmiths turned mechanics traveled with Oxyacetylene rigs to do both cutting and welding. And that was the only way to get things fixed! You made short work of your exhaust rebuild and I'm sure it will last! Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you and Mrs. O and family! 😁

[@kevinschmidt8142]

Love the channel. Nice to see you working on a ’13 Tundra 5.7. I have a ’12 of the same version. Love the vehicle. The only thing that rusted out for me so far in MN was the original bed…replaced under warranty…”manufacturing issue” that they stood behind. Of course, the replacement is rusting out in the same place, and it is out of warranty. Maybe you can do a vid on how to convert to a flat bed 😊. Keep up the awesome-ness.

[@markdaugherty6378]

I live in the South so excuse my ignorance, is coating the undercarriage considered optional considering the chemicals used on the roads?

[@kevinschmidt8142]

@@markdaugherty6378Optional for sure but highly encouraged. Dr. O has many episodes talking about frame rot in NY. Not as bad in MN but rusty cars due to road treatments are definitely a thing

[@declanfarber]

Yes. Fire is man’s best friend. An inductive heater doesn’t always work, although it’s nice to have.

[@BobSmith-mc7uq]

I have found that wiping the pipes/muffler down with Lacquer thinner, heating up the pipes & then spray it while it is hot, works the best for longevity. As for the "hot wrench, got to have it & price is not crazy to fill a cylinder. Owning your own cylinders is a plus. Cool Gulf hat, brings back memories from the 60's!

[@DialedIn57]

Your welding and cutting skills are great. I have done some welding and cutting back in the day. You were dead on about developing those skills. Always enjoy your videos. Keep them coming and Happy New Eric.

[@frankiehensley2928]

Nothing wrong with the welds as long as both parts are welded and no leaks it's a win win no matter what it looks like, Merry Christmas Mr,O and your family 🎄

[@1607rosie]

Buddy you are the master of the cutting torch for automotive use. Even at 68 im still learning a chit load from watching your videos. The only thing I thought about was setting something on fire but probably ready for that anyway! Happy holidays to you and your family

[@chuckluscomb5824]

Aside from the minimal cost of the cutting torch, add in the time savings it provides. Lower overall costs to repair which of course makes the customer happy.

[@boofer875]

Here in Mississippi, I have passed the "Fire Wrench" to someone who has just about had it with stuck bolts many times. Other than improper identification of a must have tool your channel is spot on. I wish you could come down and work on our cars.

[@blockbertus]

Thank you very much for all the videos over all these years. So much entertainment and teaching, all for free. Even if "If I can do it, you can do it." does not always apply to me, I still learned enough to do more home wrenching on my car. I wish you and yours a merry christmas and may your wishes be fulfilled. Again, thanks for everything you do. It is very appreciated. Greetings from Germany!

[@Prisonmike89]

Sweet video Eric, just sold my 05 Suburban and I may look for a Tundra sometime soon. Would be cool if you did kinda a long term review from your perspective on the truck. Also a video on how to set up and tune in your torch!

[@nedasher116]

Good trucks frames go rear ends sometimes go but easy fix

[@psdaengr911]

Nice job and there's nothing wrong with your welds aside from you touching one too soon. A suggestion. There's a product called Instant Cold Galvanize that works as a sacrificial coating. It works better than engine enamel at slowing rust on heat cycled steel exposed to salt, plus its grey so you can see where rust starts at a scratch and respray over it before it progresses, similar to Fluid Film. .

[@parkerlich5617]

I was just about to mention the same Cold Galvanize product for coating the welds.

[@mikehemen9708]

I grew up in my dad's blacksmith shop and I can assure you Eric's welding's just fine. Always hated overhead welding. Few things more fatiguing than that.

[@fasst5511]

I think your personality is as great as your car crafting skills. Very enjoyable to watch. What I call car crafting/fabricating is becoming a lost art. So many youngsters just want everything to bolt on and if it doesn't or fit exactly they are lost. I started working on cars more than 50 years ago in my early teens. There was no internet or videos showing how to do things. I had a Chilton's book and we just figured out how to do things. I will bet as you age you'll find yourself using gloves more and more just as I have, Really helps with the cuts and burns.