We need to talk…I Quit! Evil Technician!

[@FollowingtheCliffNotes]

First

[@RainmanRaysRepairs]

You had to do it, ya didn't even give anyone else a chance...I hereby void your victory

[@RainmanRaysRepairs]

Back to Last Video: Low Compression Misfire! Dead Cylinder | Will it Run? kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGK1m6Gti7iVnZo

[@alexwilliams3283]

I've egr problem with my car ran egr cleaner through it reset the engine light that was 5 months ago

[@pennybeacham6461]

Jesus ray does your wife wear ear defenders whilst at home.😮,on another note your a channel to help people fix there cars and i would say probs 90% tune in for that reason so who gives a sh.t what products you use aslong as it get's the job done and even if you was sponcored yet again why should people give a sh.t.If it helps you financialy so be it.👍

[@CheerfulTent-ww4hr]

I've been using Seafoam in my 2019 Ram Hemi with 240,000 miles,it's still running just fine😊

[@johnherleman9732]

Whenever you get irritated, go into the office, look at Lauren. Say to yourself, “I have a Lauren, you don’t. I win”. End of advice.

[@jonalowe]

Great advice!

[@jamesraymond5085]

❤

[@kathyschoggins3508]

That's awesome advice 💯

[@robertsturtevant6185]

❤ 💯

[@edge1289]

Truth!

[@JonathanFleenor-re7go]

Ray, as a shade tree mechanic who has made the mistake of firing the parts cannon, I appreciate your honesty and dedication to your customers. The fact that you can fix things without breaking the bank says a ton about your integrity, thank you for all your content bud.

[@wa1king_cha0s98]

Not only his integrity, but also his ability to actually diagnose and repair. He is a very skilled mechanic and someone who I have been able to really learn from

[@jeffreysnyder4994]

Ray,the haters will hate.... forget those people and do what you do best fix stuff

[@jeffreysnyder4994]

You are great at what you do...don't stop being Rain Man Ray's Repairs fk the haters

[@jeffreysnyder4994]

Don't feel bad Ray...I got a 2001 Plymouth neon in Sebring the fuel system is pretty well fked...gas tank is nasty after this poor car sitting most of it's life only 39,000 miles gas tank looks like the fuel came out of a swamp fuel filter totally blocked, fuel pump MAYBE working... never give up Ray you KNOW how to fix this stuff

[@jeffreysnyder4994]

That little pickup is in good hands

[@Seawizz203]

Cheer up Ray. 98% of your viewers love what you do. Most of the trolls would never say these things to your face but the anonymity of the internet allows them to spew their hate. I will say, I was skeptical of the chemical solution for this truck, but you proved that it works when used in the right application. Nice work. Don’t get discouraged! We love ya! By the way, you need a Rhode Island plate for your office.

[@michaelray5595]

THIS!!!!!

[@kurtb3606]

98%? More like 99.5%!

[@davidhowell2269]

Ignore the nasty people who attack you. Your Videos are superb, you are doing a great job and I love them all!!

[@t-yoonit]

Does he collect license plates? If so I may have to stop by and bring him a Michigan plate when I go down there

[@Seawizz203]

@@t-yoonit look on the walls of his office. He has a bunch of plates from different states.

[@MrKcmitch]

My son owns a auto / diesel repair shop and watching your show gives greater appreciation for what he goes through on a daily basis. I enjoy your show immensely and the best part is the integrity and honesty you adhere to. Great videos and subject matters, keep it up. Thanks, A mechanic’s dad.

[@Doodler-JL]

Give it up, Ray. Haters will hate. Trolls will troll. Ignore them

[@johnluszey1734]

I actually like the fact that you have gotten this truck going without trying to up sell the owner with a bunch of new parts. Probably saved the guy thousands. The world needs more auto techs like Ray 👍

[@ryans413]

Plus I used the same brake shoes Ray used on that truck and I’ve been happy with them. I’d recommend that brand.

[@davestarr7112]

You can ditto me on that also. I've learned a lot from Ray's video and am impressed with his attitude, work habits, and business ethics. Probably 95% of the trolls have never been in the business, live in their mom's basement and watch video after video looking for things to criticize. Sad.

[@wp.sworld.s]

​@@davestarr7112very well said sir. But I think most of them are backyard mechanics that don't know crap.

[@emnrich2]

I never leave a Ray video mad, sad, or disappointed. Just smarter and usually happier. Thanks, Ray.

[@jokensy101]

STOP PAYING ATTENTIONS TO THOSE FREAKING TROLLS!!!! 😡

[@tywebb355]

Agreed again !!!

[@CatmanToxo]

Exactly

[@TommyPickIes]

The biggest dummies are the loudest. Dunning-Kruger effect 😂

[@johnt.848]

STOP YELLING!!! 🤐

[@Tread1775]

Some people were touched as children. They seem to make their own lives harder. Living angry, they post negativity to bring others down to their level. I copied this from a fortune cookie.✌️

[@paulwinstone4825]

Actually using brake cleaner on brakes... What novelty! 🤣 The seafoam you mentioned, I saw someone testing that with two identical lawn mowers. One had been used for a full cutting season and one had never been started. Both smoked exactly the same as though they were on fire so I'm at least not convinced that the smoke is an indication of it working.

[@glasswinder]

I agree with you perfectly. Just keep keeping on with your work and be awesome. I want you for my mechanic in NC 🎉🎉🎉

[@Wheel_Horse]

A friend inherited his grandmother's '63 Ford Galaxie, 352 Windsor, 4 bbl, dual exhaust, along about 1973. This car had low miles, literally drove to the grocery store and church, yeah, one of them. It smoked like a mosquito fog truck! Billowing clouds out the tail pipe. Two shops told him it needed an engine rebuild, had low compression. So... we poured snake oil in the crankcase, took it out for a rip, changed the oil, poured in more snake oil, ripped it around town for a week... smoke started getting better... another oil change and more snake oil... got better... after about a month, that engine didn't smoke at ALL! Sometimes there's a place for "snake oil" and it DOES work! Your little Ranger... case in point.

[@adairwilkinson6916]

Ray, I am an 81 yo guy from the UK. In my younger years, I spent many an hour wrestling with various old BRITISH bangers of the day. I watch your channel as entertainment and never fail to admire your tenacity, humour and sheer determination to sort the problem out. Your analytical approach to sorting cars that need tlc is brilliant. Ignore the grumblers, moaners and whinge merchants and carry on regardless. I , like other of your fans watch you from CHOICE.!!! Very best wishes, Roy W, UK

[@olivethrush7450]

adair. I had four years start on you in1939 and mirror everything you say here.

[@perstrmhylden4836]

I'd wish i could bay your "snakeoil" here, but nooooo.... Ebay are not an option, it cost more in shipping than the item! It cost a 1000 dollars to send a cellphone from Orlando to Norway!!

[@ferguscampbell2485]

I' a 78 year old and agree with this comment. You are a AUTO MECHANIC not a AUTO technician. A MECHANIC repairs while a technician follows flow charts and replaces half the car fixing the problem.

[@JL-ic1pm]

I think there some people who have nothing better to do then complain. The internet is the one place they can go without consequences so they go and complain on every successful KZbin and social media page out there. If they complain anywhere else they have to deal with people head on and they suffer consequences. With that being said. Keep on doing what you are doing who cares what the trolls have to say?

[@ZerokillerOppel1]

Big fan of Ray here since he started his channel!!

[@gavinrewell9703]

People will always have opinions. You are an excellent mechanic and please hold true to your values.

[@michaelhogan4826]

I agree, opinions are like a$$holes, everyone has one and many stink! Just do what is right by your values sir

[@michaelmason1932]

I admire your skills and thank you for making your videos. The ones that criticize and do hate stuff are jealous of your talent. Thank you for making your videos and sharing your skills. You are educating many with your knowledge. Thank you 🙏

[@johnb1658]

lol an excellent mechanic would realize the missing condition was caused by cylinder wash from running the engine so much with a misfire cause a loss of compression due to cylinder wash down from all the fuel being sprayed into the cylinders which washes away the oil. The oil change fixed it not the snake oils that he pushed on his channel 😂

[@billloutzenheiser5397]

makes me feel good with you having spring trouble, its normal on drums, I did my 1974 Dodge W100 4x4 8 yrs back all 4 drums for a week end project, i did get it done Sunday afternoon after a day of cussing

[@richarddouchkov9453]

You do awesome work Ray. Always good to pick the 'low hanging' fruit before throwing too much $$ at a project. You know what I have previously said about opinions.

[@robbo770]

Wife unit, slap Ray and tell him to stop worrying about blockable trolls from the channel, drop mic 😝

[@tywebb355]

Agreed !!!

[@CatmanToxo]

Yeah block that shit

[@barusu1300]

Was it Ray, or Jordan Peterson, or Bill Mahar who stated that blocking the dissenters and trolls limits your circle to 'yes-men' who all agree with everything you say or do. You'll miss the full spectrum of these opinions which might, occasionally, provide some useful insights. Ray has the self-confidence to deflect these idiots without blocking them.

[@dnixon8767]

Rainman Ray's channel has been at the top of my play list for 2+ years

[@tomdixon1213]

The motivation with a lot of people trying to catch you is simple envy. There are people who can’t stand the success of the Rainman. Keep expanding Ray. And ALWAYS drop everything when the Wife Unit is communicating or wants to communicate as was shown in her cameo. (Thanks for the cameo).

[@barusu1300]

I 'second' this comment, and move to adjourn the haters.

[@ChrisCamp.222]

Ray you are doing an outstanding job. You inspired and gave confidence me to do my own maintenance and repair in all my vehicles. Save me a lot of money also. Thank you

[@marlinandsueweaver5463]

Great to see you doing drum brakes...I'm old did many drum brakes in my lifetime. I always put a dab of white lithium on each of the pads where the shoes rub on the backing plate. The theory is that it helps the shoes to apply and especially disengage more easily. Good job!

[@stefanbatist]

Ray, you and Lauren make great videos. Have been subbed for couple of years now. Imho you have been always objective with best interest for customer. Love your vids and keep going!

[@TheRealYorkshireman]

I admire your frugal approach to reviving this semi industrial vehicular transport module. As a skinflint myself, your approach to using the parts the customer has already procured plus some chemical stimulants is fiscal responsibility at its best. Bravo.

[@johnhanson1419]

I guess you ate a Dictionary for breakfast.. regards from a a real Lancashire man ;)

[@TheRealYorkshireman]

@@johnhanson1419 surprised by level of literacy exhibited by a self confessed Lancastrian. Wonders will never cease. Vive La revolution al a Nord.

[@stoker261]

ya, what he said!

[@wacowildcat]

My wifey yells “Loud noises!” before running the garbage disposal so I won’t miss any dialogue on the tv. She’s a keeper.

[@michaelray5595]

😂😂😂😂😂 DEFINITELY A KEEPER!!!!

[@gawddangthatsmoist2251]

Did he just say "wifey"? Did a grown ass man really just use the term "wifey"??

[@gags730]

​@@gawddangthatsmoist2251 Your screen name is 'gawd dang that's moist' and you expect an adult male to take your advice...especially when it comes to being married... that is hysterical. I think you need to stay in your own lane bud. HAHAHA .... you should take a few steps back and view yourself.

[@Sarc-n-Sass]

@@gawddangthatsmoist2251 Oh no, a slang word from the English language. /s

[@KevinNollette]

I have done drum brakes since I was a kid (now 69). My dad taught me to do them and then check his as he checked mine. I have avoided doing disc brakes since I didn't really know how (and thought they were terribly complicated) until watching you! Now I think I'll give disc brakes a try next time I get a chance. When watching you I realize how funny it is that I thought drum brakes were simpler.

[@Rob-Eckert]

Ray, I appreciate your knowledge and skills because I have been able to learn how to fix my own vehicle by your videos. And yes, I have tried very hard to not break the electrical connection tabs on my Toyota's, but not been able to. So I used your advice to fix those connectors.

[@davidmoore_oo1]

My dad has a saying, something along the lines of "People will line up for a chance to run your life . . all you have to do is make sure you're first in that line"

[@davidmoore_oo1]

I sometimes find myself wishing you'd abuse anti-sieze as a rust preventive like I do. And I wish you'd get a MIG welder, but you gave your reasons against that (expense vs non-frequency of use). For old time's sake - doobley-doobley-doo

[@nigelcox1451]

Drum brakes. So many little pieces, so many springs fighting, but real satisfaction once fully assembled and working as intended. I admire your calm approach, I've spent many hours fighting such things, always with special language to help the task along. Plus a few tears, and time spent searching in the grass for the escaping springs. Also had a cat that would bat little things into the grass. The joys of working on the drive.

[@deanjudy6525]

Ray Ray Ray you need to become a duck in the rain and let the bs roll off , you know your honest mechanic you do great videos you help people out let the haters roll off and keep on keeping on

[@MrYellowDawg]

Dorman and other Autoparts suppliers call that bar a "Parking Brake Strut". There are listings for The Ranger/B2300. Good Hunting. 😎

[@j.k.7807]

I've seen Ray use hundreds of cans of brake cleaner over the years and I think this is the first time that I've seen him use it to actually clean brakes.

[@scottcampbell4678]

as one of the overlords, I demand you do things YOUR way. I have watched you for a long time and I almost always learn from you. I don't want to stop learning. If you have rotors on the back with drum brakes for parking brakes, this is a valuable lesson for people who want to fix their parking brakes. One thing I find enormously funny is the fact that many different brands are made by the same company. A good example is the Craftsman tool set I have. The exact same set is sold under at least 3 different brand names. The only difference is the name stamped onto the tools. They even have identical boxes. I am saying this to point out that parts stores don't make their own brand parts. They are made by the major companies with the parts store's name put on them. I looked up the spreader bar for the parking brakes. O"Reilly auto parts have them so you don't need to hunt in E Bay

[@wadeeb]

I'm a shade tree mechanic who has been wrenching on his own cars for 30+ years and never once have I seen anything in your videos that would necessitate a criticism. Everyone does things differently and after a while they get a feel for what works in their situation. Suppliers, climate and customer appetite for cost savings vs quality are all factors that play into what parts you purchase and use on your customers cars. I also follow Eric O at South Main auto but guess what? he lives in New York in the rust belt with winter so he uses different techniques and products than you do in Florida but doesn't make it wrong or better. I live in Yukon Canada so I always buy the most powerful battery, and use the thinnest synthetic oil that the manufacturer allows. Its contextual to the climate. Keep the videos coming Ray, you are entertaining and informative to watch.

[@denveyebanks4787]

Another good saying. "It's not an argument. I'm just explaining why you are wrong". Love that one.

[@rayshutsa6690]

Ray I enjoy your channel and content very much it has become part of my day have a coffee and watch your video. I can remember when cars had four wheel drum brakes. I have learned a lot from you. The way you explain the repair makes it easy to understand.

[@MikeP-oj1ty]

Very entertaining video, Ray. Some people just have to complain about everything, unfortunately. Keep doing what you are doing, you do it well.

[@johnt.848]

Lauren trying not to laugh at Ray for ranting is priceless.

[@cesardavrieux3767]

😀😆🤣

[@billjohnson2000]

I’m AMAZED that you have the TIME to read comments! You must not sleep….😴

[@FloodExterminator]

Love how the Wife Unit was trying her best not to laugh while you were ranting about the supposed "infomercials" you make XD

[@cesardavrieux3767]

¡De acuerdo!

[@maltnz]

Giggle suppression activated 🙂

[@Erik-oe7gc]

I had a set of drum brakes installed by a “pro” who put large pads on one wheel and smalls on the other wheel. I learned how to do brakes myself after that. Been doing them for decades.

[@JamesTrigg]

Ray, remember, a wiseman once said-"Those that can , do! Those that can't , criticize. What works for you works . Keep doing what you are doing. Would doing a compression check verify your " Snake Oil " Fix?

[@RalphsPier1961]

I watched my dad, who grew up during the depression, fix the water hose that came from the well to the pump using CAR RADIATOR HOSES! We had great water pressure. Dad said," Don't argue with anything that works."

[@erictheis6093]

Actually, it would be interesing to run a compression test again, after the chemical fix. I'd be interested in seeing the difference.

[@FaradayBananacage]

And those who can't criticize, teach.

[@neilpinner5750]

RAY! Stop feeding the trolls they get their pleasure from belittling what you do, You are good at what you do,you know what works and even your try things out work because you know what will work. Delete/block all the negative speakers. You are good at inspiring those who can!

[@marcuskolschejung3365]

Ray ist und bleibt einfach der Allerbeste wie auch hier schon geschrieben wurde eine lebende legende

[@johnr.803]

PLEASE DON'T QUIT UTUBES! THAT WOULD DESTROY MY HAPPINESS! YOU ARE A GREAT TEACHER AND ENTERTAINER!

[@MadMax-yq9ix]

Doing a great job ray, you know what you are doing that’s all that matters.

[@shirriej1]

One thing I like to is I just bought a used vehicle and thanks for watching your KZbin I knew what to look out for you will get a very good used cars I have no issue with anything. Can I looked at everything under hood anything really well done and perfect and lots of new parts so now on the proud owner of it you're yo tub video taught me to look out for when buying used vehicles

[@MrTytyth]

I love the look on her face when you're going on your rant, which by the way is totally valid not every solution will work in every situation

[@g.gordon8117]

Some people sit in their mom's basement, eating frozen microwave food, and their purpose for being is to be nasty trolls on the internet. And love it when they get reactions from those who they troll. Keep up the great work.

[@John....luvoldcars]

They live amongst us , in basements , and unfortunately breed ...but.....the folks that do things are the gems .......😊

[@pauldehayes1898]

I swear to god I read that as "some people shit in their mom's basement". Also valid LOL 🙃🙃🙃

[@ryans413]

The people that leave comments then come back and say edit thanks for the likes annoys me so much.

[@Andrew-ep4kw]

6:16 Lauren is smiling at Ray in the exact same way my wife smiles at me while she's bemused at me ranting about some thing or another.

[@gregjohnson2073]

She is saying there he goes again.

[@shannon-852]

Yeah my wife does that to me too, I know that face very well 😂

[@jays106]

i like the wire wheel set up for the drill that goes over the wheel studs and cleans them as well as the axle flange

[@sfnnll1289]

Brought back memories of the brake shoe spring cap tool, kinda like a nut driver for the quarter turn that i might have used once, or the spring tool hook to twist them onto the stud or hole. One day I might dig down deep into the old tools to find them again, but probably not. Found the pliers and skinny screwdrivers much quicker than looking for them. Besides, I haven't pulled a drum in many years. Credit to not needing to go to the other side to look at how the springs go on and also for leaving it on just in case it was needed for reference. Learn REAL early to do that.

[@danmaynard1383]

My answer to the trolls, “585k subs, Ray must be doing something right.” To Ray, I have learned so much from you, I can’t begin to thank you enough. I used to hesitate to work on my vehicles (I’m no mechanic), but watching your channel gave me the confidence to try new things.

[@johndickerson9328]

AWSOME, Good for you👍 !🎉

[@scottminer7702]

Runs good now. I am almost 70 and have done my own automotive work since I was 17. Replacing fuel filters and pouring AT fluid into carbs was common to fix crappy running engines. As you correctly stated, engineers have made some things better and now there are better things to pour to produce better results. Keep up the good work.

[@thomasbailey7505]

Ray I wrenched for forty years and was certified like you are. You need to learn not to listen to the assholes who have never turned a wrench. People like this always have something negative to say regardless of how much you can show and prove to them. Tell them to kiss your ass and keep on doing the good work you always have.

[@lou-fcb5529]

Hey Ray, loved all the work you did replacing all those stinking springs, levers and parts on those drum brakes! Brought back lots of memories of doing the same thing replacing the shoes on my 64 Chevy in my dad's driveway back in the sixties as a teenager. Boing boing, where the heck did that dang spring land!

[@edwardberwind8544]

I was always taught to install the rear shoe (Longer) first. Ray you also need the proper cup install tool it just makes the job so much easier.

[@AndyPipkin-dj8sy]

car fix wisdom is why we here - please keep up the videos and cool repairs

[@kurtisstutzman7056]

If you were a bad mechanic, you wouldn't have a 3 MONTH waiting list...! Don't worry about the trolls and La-Z-Boy mechanic trolls...!!! I finally found another competent, honest mechanic who would fix my 95 f150 before y'all could, or I would have waited... You're one of few actual mechanics in this town/ area of Sarasota/ Bradenton...! Keep up your awesomeness and don't worry about the trolls that wish they could be your client, they're just jealous of you...!!! Thanks for sharing...!

[@kurtisstutzman7056]

And, you can't forget that common sense and common decency checked out of America decades ago...!!!

[@johnhpalmer6098]

@@kurtisstutzman7056 I would largely agree, especially these days with all the going on politically at the moment, it is reflected in society, unfortunately.

[@kurtisstutzman7056]

@@johnhpalmer6098 Yep...

[@Tim.Scotland]

Watching your videos for some time in the UK, pure brilliance at work, so informative, funny and educational. Keep doing what you do best both for you and your customers and please dont stop posting as love the content

[@jjwilli]

I'm gonna use this screwdriver to mount this spring and do it over and over and over until it works. (30 sec later, uses plyers to do the same thing.) It's the subtle things that makes Ray who he is. 🙂

[@RagnarKon]

Well I'm glad I'm not the only one who has to rebuild the same drum brake 3-4 times before I do it correctly.

[@gregorylewis8471]

Ray, You do you! 😁 As far as the internet goes, a lot of people, and it's not just your channel, take a long look and you'll see the naysayers are everywhere, on every channel. A lot of those people do have an agenda and that is to see how much shit they can stir up. They live in their mother's basement and have the internet 24/7 to do nothing but become bigger and better assholes everyday! Unless they can do what you do, their opinion really doesn't count for much! They make themselves self important, and in their little minds think their opinions are equal to yours, and they are not! Thank you Ray for your videos, I enjoy them very much, and I have learned a great deal by watching you! All the best! 😁

[@johndickerson9328]

I love your comments. I was thinking 🤔, 40 year old in mom and dad's basement. 😂🎉❤

[@john_in_phoenix]

Indeed, there are people devoted to being a pain. The internet brings out the worst in anonymous jerks.

[@davebaker489]

When it comes down to "Brass Tacks" Your job is to do the best you can within the cost the customer is comfortable with. So far it seems you are doing your job. Screw the trolls. You should be proud of what you do.

[@ericknutsen8133]

Also fun fact, mid 90's Chevy Monte Carlo rims will fit on that style Ford/Mazda truck with no modifications.

[@brucemorris6319]

You’re doing a great job man. Don’t pay no attention to those people that think they no everything.

[@jimmyhorton8297]

lol, all I can say is, I do inspection for a living, and the amount of times I’ve heard someone say that they’ve been doing something a certain way for 20 years, is mind blowing. The capacity of grown men to throw a tantrum because you tell them that they may have been doing something wrong for 20 years is staggering. I tell people all the time, if they can show me that what they are doing works and they can end up with a finished product that fits within the parameters we have to work under, I’m not opposed to being proven wrong. However, my tolerance for flat out stupidity, is shrinking as I age. You are far more patient than I. Thanks for the content.

[@howardrubin4916]

The biggest problem as we get older is..... Gravity!

[@wacowildcat]

Preach it! We get shorter as we age but the floor seems further away when we drop something. 😁

[@devinangola3458]

It’s not the getting down part, it’s the getting back up part with gravity…😬

[@mornewucherpfennig1336]

It's amazing how people that dislike themselves always have to put down someone that is comfortable with who they are. You should pity them rather than take them seriously.

[@vincentpattavina2120]

In the South we say, “Bless their hearts”

[@michaelgerencir6444]

I enjoy your videos. Its YOUR video and YOU get to do it YOUR way. Its very informative to me as I am a amateur mechanic. Please keep them coming.

[@michaelgallagher7082]

Been watching you from the start of your quest to keep people moving. Your content is amazing way better than most content on the tube🎉

[@michiganborn8303]

Anybody here old enough to remember the old Slick - 50 commercials? Pepperidge Farms remembers

[@sammorgan2390]

Heck yeah, people swore by that stuff

[@michiganborn8303]

@@sammorgan2390 I used it. I also remember it was expensive.

[@jdesaavedra0432]

My late father-in-law subscribed to the belief that all you had to do was downshift. Save the brakes. When I bought his 6 year old Tacoma at 40,000 miles, the front brakes had completely seized from disuse.

[@EristiCat]

What about saving the transmission.

[@derekhobbs1102]

A friend of mine stabbed himself in the face installing the springs on his brakes, still has the scar over 20 years later.

[@1gerard47]

Done if got the t shirt.

[@mikehunt908]

Valuable lesson learned . Hopefully nothing too serious 😮

[@Pwills]

@@derekhobbs1102 I haven’t stabbed myself in the face yet but I have punched and given myself a black eye doing drum brakes before, I really don’t like doing them. 👍🇬🇧

[@DonaldWells-wk8dc]

Even with the brake this springs would make me nervous.Then people say safety glasses or face shield and those can fog up too😏

[@warrenwinslow4266]

​@@Pwills easiest way to install springs is put a small box wrench over the mount post and slide the spring down the wrench 🔧

[@ghose0809]

You also have to remember, automotive is a customer driven industry. If the customer says "I want a BG induction service" the customer gets a BG induction service weather the mechanic agrees with it or not. You can't charge for a service that isn't performed. If it is your own personal vehicle, do what you feel is best. (I used BG as an example because that's what I used when i was a mechanic)

[@ericknutsen8133]

I had a 92 Ranger with the same engine in it. It was the fastest and easiest timing belt I ever did. There is basically nothing in front of the timing covers, making for easy access to the timing components.

[@carlmaruyama6863]

You have to take the customer’s financial situation. If the customer said “here is a blank check, go for it”. Why shoot a parts canon at it when you can fix a car doing what you by using fuel and engine cleaners

[@MonkeyJedi99]

A 'REAL' blank-check customer would drop off the title with the pickup and go buy new. That is the mindset that modern manufacturers have been working very hard to inculcate in the modern consumer.

[@russellstyles5381]

@@MonkeyJedi99 Kind of a fact with some European sports cars. 15,000 mile oil change because the only driver they care about, the original buyer, will sell after 30,000 miles. What happens after that isn't their problem.

[@robertunderwood4262]

They complain because most people would rather see you fall then rise

[@ryans413]

I know that’s so crazy to me

[@robertkelly9015]

I have a 97 Jeep Cherokee XJ. Original owner. I have used BG cleaner, Seafoam, Amsoil, STP on my Jeep since it's first fluid changed. 213,000 miles later, the Jeep is in great condition. Let's find out how many vehicles, the haters have gone through, due to being worn out. I bought the Jeep, new, in 97 for 14,800 and still going strong. A fool is what a fool does. All talk and no show.

[@johnhpalmer6098]

Yep, I just rolled to 200K myself in a Mazda P5 wagon the other day. Still runs great for the most part.

[@MrTherende]

Ray, you do a good job! Showing the boxes that parts come in is normal and reasonable. I appreciate when I can see what brands you use, it helps me.

[@bobbg9041]

That BG cleaner worked so good on an older truck or car I might just use it once a year. If other people say its snake oil ill raise snakes. The change in how that motor was night and day. If anyone doesn't think it worked They didn't pay attention.

[@altona98]

Ray you are a legend

[@chevy-bull2041]

Firstly, it's fantastic when an old car like this is running again. It has charm and character, in contrast to the electric vehicles. Secondly, you explain it so well that even my grandma could now repair the car.

[@LabCat]

I know quite a few people who would pay reasonable money for that sort of truck. Small trucks used to be utility vehicles. Now we just have rolling Barcaloungers.

[@cengeb]

It's obsolete uncomfortable junk. Modern vehicles are better, do you still use a rotary phone?

[@cengeb]

Old cars maybe should be called non serviceable....too much of a liability

[@cengeb]

No charm,no character,just worn out obsolete

[@MattG-n2z]

@@cengebthere isn’t no such thing as a obsolete vehicle, as long as it goes front point A to point B no matter the age, especially when it comes to environmental means, the longer you can keep it on the road the better for the environment. The only time a vehicle becomes obsolete is when it does not run and is not worth fixing and is just taking up space. The only other time a vehicle is really obsolete for most means is when they are fully electric no matter the age. In my opinion 90’s and 2000’s vehicles are also more reliable and definitely have more charm (Better looking).

[@Groot564]

Ray! You’re letting idiots get to you why? It’s time to tuffen up! I let nothing bother me ever! My wife said I have no heart! But she knows I do because she is my pride and joy for 32 years and my loving daughter for 21 years as long as they’re happy that’s all that matters. Now just take care of yourself and family that’s all that matters! You are an awesome person, there will be always someone trying to make you feel like crap let it go! Life to short and you are better than that! Keep up the great work and take care of yourself and family that’s all that matters..

[@jw-hy5nq]

The mustang brake install was done backwards on purpose. They don't do well going forward so backing up with good braking power is more important.

[@michaelchristiansen1497]

I was able to diagnose & fix a misfire in my Chevy today because of Ray. Thanks Ray!

[@RMSadventures-ie4fr]

look at it this way, as long as the trolls are leaving comments, they are actually helping your channel by making the youtube algorithm high, which in turn makes your channel do good. so they are not hurting you like they think they are, they are making you even better LOL>.. now i just need more trolls on my channel to help me because i dont have many commenters on my videos.

[@MonkeyJedi99]

Bicycle guy is using the sidewalk, but given the lack of shoulder on that road, he made the best of three very bad choices. 1) Get run over on the road where he is "supposed" to ride. 2) Ride on the sidewalk where he is not supposed to ride and end up in stop line conflicts. 3) Ride on peoples' lawns.

[@flyer617]

I, for one, appreciate the tips you give us about products you use which you have found to be good. It saves me a lot of grief.

[@marymulrooney1334]

Yes Ray, you are quite a character and that is why I like to watch your videos. I'm not going to use anything I watch you do on your videos myself because I am old and bodily unable, but I still learn, so I can sort of speak intelligently when I go to the mechanic. And I enjoy your ability to describe things so that just about anyone can understand and you do it with some comedy/character. Gravity. Phalanges. Click. Words. Brake cleaner. A few minutes later. And so many more.

[@Jethu262]

Project Farm has demonstrated many times that chemical cleaners actually work inside an engine. You just have to use the good ones, and don't expect a miracle.

[@williammyers5911]

Excellent truck restoration.. customer will be very impressed....love older trucks, I drive a 98 ford ranger, maintenance is every thing ...love your video's, thanks Ray

[@garypillischafske1425]

On a humorous note….you are a character! And we love it!

[@mikenicholson2548]

I'm glad you saved the truck. They were good little trucks.

[@brenthuiberts6340]

Love your videos, Ray -- don't change a thing!

[@ethan-01]

Thank you Ray! I changed out my drum brakes the other week on my older car, had issues with one side dragging and smoking... thought I'd just adjusted the parking brake too tight... Just heard your "short shoe up front" comment and realized I zoned out on that... Looked my "after" photos and I think I mixed up the four shoes... both short on one side of the axel and both long on the other 😳

[@skipper2285]

Watching you do those brakes was like the first time I did the same. You took it apart, so you MUST be able to get it back together, but "Oops, I forgot the thing" keeps rearing its ugly head. I agree that there is certain smug satisfaction to be had in seeing the whole thing back together and thinking "I did that!"

[@Bizzaro500]

I wish every neighborhood had a mechanic like you in it! The dirty dealerships don't want to fix anything, they just want to replace parts that don't need fixin'! Same with the franchises! It's funking impossible to trust anyone.

[@ebenbresler-jz4hf]

Hi. Take the spreader bar from the other site and trace it onto a piece of flat bar of the same thickness and cut it out.

[@Doug-pu5tf]

Thanks for all your tutelage Ray! You’re the best…in my opinion😜

[@bryanwilson5003]

Hi Ray, I'm not a mechanic but I do minor repairs to my own vehicles when I can. I think you are a fantastic mechanic, it amazes me how you diagnose vehicles by process of elimination. Guess you can say I'm a little jealous of your abilities lol. I also want to say I have a 2003 Pontiac Aztek that I bought in 2005 with 33,000 miles on it. When it had 35,000 miles I switched to Amsoil and today it has 312,000 and going strong. Amsoil is fantastic! I really enjoy watching you work, I feel like I have learned a lot by watching your videos. Your wife seems so nice as she is always smiling. Don't change your ways, absolutely no need. Thanks for reading this. Have a great day! Bryan