A co-worker came into my shop a few years ago and asked for a cordless screwdriver. I pointed to the appropriate toolbox and said "second drawer." After opening the drawer he exclaimed " these are all manual!" To which I answered "yea, but they're all cordless."
Was watching another channel who just got a unit, picked up a metal port adpt. from Amazon and bent the metal hose about 45 Deg. after heating it in the vice.. Worked really great, much better then the straight hose the unit comes with and got all the walnut chips out. So amazed what a great job this procedure does and hope Ray does again also.
Ray, had a pickup in the early 70s that I couldn’t get started. I worked on it for days, but to no avail. I got pissed off and decided to sell it. A friend from school came by and bought it. He opened the hood, connected a wire, got in it and started it and drove off. It was a ground wire. I was mad at myself for not knowing and him not telling me what was wrong before he bought it. I felt like a fool. Roger in Pierre South Dakota
Your homeless/feral kitty might be keeping any mice/vermin out of the shop. Maybe leave the kitty some food, unless it's making a problem somewhere. Anyway, thanks for the part two video on the Prius. Easy/Peasy plugs/coils/valve cover job. At least you make it look easy. The familiarity of engine/vehicle systems makes it that way. Thanks Ray for another of your great videos.
feral cats are a nightmare to a garage, open windows mean cat crap or kittens. Don't get me wrong, I really like cats, but you have to be aware of their downsides !
Well, that was interesting. The time needed to take the wipers cowl out, really saves the day. Nothing like having clear space to work in an engine bay.
I guess I must be ol school, however the very first thing I learned as a little tike was always check for the correct gaps on sparkplugs for ultimate performance.
With the coating and type of plugs You risk damaging them by trying to gap them If it's a couple thousand off it's fine It's going to be more than that half it's life
On Toyota hybrids…put foot on brake …push start button once…then you will be in ready mode…which is started…if you push button without brake pushed ,you will ,in essence be in “acc” mode…which could run the 12v battery down…The little 12v battery is very sensitive…it will run down quickly, if not in ready mode…now if you want to run the engine…be in ready mode and push accelerator to the floor, the engine will then fire up…let up and gas engine quits, but you are still running…in EV mode…
Dont be surprised if the leak continues. You pointed to the area the timing chain tensioner cover that can leak is. And yes its a B1tch to get at. I never got mine to stop leaking. I did forget to try to give it a sand down the 3 times i had the engine apart.
Each side, because you are doing both, not one or the other. You might try putting a short extension in that socket to get a center, even pressure, on the seals.
With reference to the witness marks I would suggest that 1 or 2 things have happened in the past No. 1 the vehicle had an oil leak around the plug gaskets causing a misfire & so all the work was required No 2. The owner was aware of the possible problem (maybe told to by family/friend /dealership) to do this maintenance at vehicle manufactures recommended intervals which the owner has done as the internal of the engine seems to be in very good condition (as far as can be seen through the camera.)
After just doing a similar set on another valve cover, I noticed the same thing where the retaining tabs got forgotten to be bent back. May not be a big deal.
Those spark plug tube gaskets were fighting all the way... I use the same socket as a driver method. A cheap 6" extension as a handle keeps the flang'ees from becoming smashed...
Thank you Mr RainmanRay for providing this video and your correct this was indeed a great video.! I completely understand about wanting to finish up on a job that which would only haunt your productivity once behind its almost impossible to catch up . Time is after all is fleeting regardless 24 hours in a single day we are but humble mortals well most of us. Blessings
Indeed, Always check your grounds. Had a Holden Astra Convertible that (under warrantee) kept going into the shop due to 'failed' computer modules. Even started a fire due to under vehicle misfire and overheated Cat converter. Must have replaced all major body control modules and numerous brake light switches. After a number years of frustration, finally insisted that I witness the mechanics check the grounds and voltages. Turns out that there was only 9V getting to the ECU due to multiple broken strands in the main battery ground. Got an additional $10 ground cable installed between the battery and engine and low and behold, issues disappeared. Never had an issue with it after that day. Always check your ground before firing the parts cannon.
@@JamesTrigg Finished up selling the Astra at 280,000km. It was very reliable after fixing the earth issue. Replaced it with a Mazda ND MX5 (it's the wife's car).
Hi Ray. I was about to say that you forgot to apply couple of silicone dap. between the head and the time chain cover. because you didn't mention that, but when I played it back, I saw that you already did it ( at the minute 19:08). good job buddy. you are amazing. every time i keep admiring the work that you been doing.
I made a tool for pressing those darn oil seals into their seats, with a long piece if threaded bar large washers/plates and socket, you can then use a ratchet and spanner to tighten the nuts and pull/push the seal in without the fear of them going in " cock eyed" and getting a good seat.
I pulled and replaced the motor on my 03 toyoda echo. With 500k on it. It was consuming oil. Cylinders all clean. Good conpression. So think it was head gasket. Still havnt pulled it apart. But i did take valve cover off. Still looked like new in there. No build up. No worn lobes. Gasket didnt even crack up as yours did in video. I nedd to find the 12point headbolt bit/socket. Think torx but 12 points. Nobody in my area has one. Put a used motor with 100k in the car and its still going.
Also hybrids sensors are touchy. Honda for example even touching let alone disconnecting quickly an evap sensor can rain O2 sensor, MAF sensor and purge control solenoid codes. Even straight up giving ECU/ECM failure information codes. Keep up the good work not just with the shop but with your family
ECM stays alive for a few minutes after power down, and wakes up if there is a door open event so that is why you got codes. Cat place a nice box for the cat, where the cat can be comfortable, and a bowl of dry kibble, and a bowl of fresh water. Kibble and water separate from each other by a bit, and some catnip in the box to attract the cat to it. Shop cat means no mice eating wiring looms in the vehicles, and if possible do a TNR on it as well, using one of the local groups to keep the population at one.
There is a correlation between the chipmunk voice and the walnut blaster...hhhmm Ray is trying to lull us into a slow and Suttle submission to all be brainwashed into becoming chipmunks.
On this whole 2 part job, starting at the wipers first then working around to the intake might have made the job much smoother the fighting 2 nuts in cramped quarters.
Wouldn’t it work better if you flipped the socket over & have the “Flat” end against the gaskets? It’s also good to hear Alvin stopped by the shop again to lend you a hand (paw?).
Either, each. Interesting. No matter what people would understand that you mean there are 2, one on each side. I think “one on either side” would mean there is one (clip?) and it might be on the passenger or driver side.
I'm from the land down under and majority of 4x4 Ute's are 1 toners I myself have a isuzu dmax 3l td and all the videos are v8. I know 1 toners aren't as popular in the us. It just seems like these videos are for us audience
Oh, that was not posted in the video. I saw the glob of silent after you were checking out why the code was presented on the meter panel. I really appreciate and enjoy yourself and the humor that comes with car maintenance and repair. Great person with a positive attitude 🙂
I keep watching for my car but not many impala's 06 14 in repair at rays shop.250k on mine auto start still works has the ol rust prevention oil leaks but after few oil changes with at 205 its pretty much stop. It does burn a bit of oil half quart about half way through oil life not the cars monitor but about 1500 miles i top it off. Iv never went over 4k miles on the oil synthetic or blend doesn't matter
I always use the saying "same thing other side" but being as I am from the north it sounds more like "same ting udder side" and tbh I always crack myself up a bit
When you do the fast play on parts of the videos, you should talk slow in the video at that point and see if it comes out as normal talking in the video. I think it would be hilarious.
With all that you've done to this, it should run like a new one. However though, they'll still have to stick a corresponding arm out of either window to make either a right hand turn, or left. "In reference to Jeff Dunham and his Prius". 😅😅😅
So Ray? Why not use a thin layer of glycerine on those plug tube seals to seat them? Guaranteed not to hurt rubber and will disappear over time. I am a pump guy not a mechanic. We use glycerine as a rubber friendly lubricant on a lot of mechanical seal seats which are similar.
remove a part to make more space to work faster and in "comfort" or try to work blind with only fingertips because thats all that will fit. some times, you have to take time to make time. i rather work on what i can see and in relative comfort when and where i can so i have no problem taking something off to gain access and additional light. the time wasted messing around trying to find stuff you cant see or looking for dropped fasteners/sockets AAAND taking time to shake out the cramp in you hands from trying to "make it work" is more than the time it takes to remove the part(s) in said way and get the job done. jmho. thanks ray.
I can't understand why, with the car completely shut down, it would complain about sensors being unplugged, but my CT6 sport threw MAF codes when I unplugged the MAFs to remove the top of the airbox and replace the air filters (I found it easier to remove the top of the box rather than just unscrew it and try to move it out of the way while attached to everything).
Hey, Ray. Maybe you can go over this about the dielectric grease. Wouldn't it be a good thing to put it on the plug ends on the coils, on every connector, including light bulb connectors, and pretty much anything that snaps together? I'd think that would help stop water intrusion and the chance of corrosion. If you see this, maybe answer it here, OR during a video so others will know the answer...I imagine I'm not the only one asking and wondering. Thanks. Cheers.
Two questions Ray. I noticed that you've stopped using a torque wrench when tightening down spark plugs Or valve covers. Is that not being taped? Second is you did not mention changing the oil after all that work. Thanks. Great video.
Be careful the cat isn't napping in an engine compartment when you come in each morning too. Maybe he will become a shop cat and customer relations department over time.
Hey, Ray, Do you wanna mess with Lauren for putting in the doodlie-do time clock? Go into it and change all of the alarm times to something else. Or set them all one after the other.
Interesting how so many operations on Toyotas seem to involve removal of the cowl. On my Avalon almost everything on bank 1 is better with the cowl out.
The walnut blasting was way worth it, now that the job is over and it's back together. I like that little thing. It's definitely not over-engineered, that's for sure.
Was anyone else watching those pliers on the work bench during spark plug seal installation, waiting for it to dance off the table? Wait! What were those two nuts that you tried to install on the wipers for? 🤔
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A co-worker came into my shop a few years ago and asked for a cordless screwdriver. I pointed to the appropriate toolbox and said "second drawer." After opening the drawer he exclaimed " these are all manual!" To which I answered "yea, but they're all cordless."
😂 HAHAHAHAHA
"Can we say Nazi on RUclips?", proceeds to say nazi half a dozen times. I totally get your internal dialogue Ray.
Yes, apparently you can say it several times, depending on the context. Just don't do it when your working on a VW!!!😋
@@justcurious3525accurate
@@justcurious3525 Jawohl!! 😁😁😁
LoL I read this comment right before someone talks about Nazi.
Anyone that’s been watching Ray for any length of time knows his internal dialogue….
This customer is taking good care of his/her vehicle. That valve cover was clean enough to use as a soup bowl.
That's what happens when you use synthetic oil all the time.
I’m always amazed how much faster some operations are accomplished when your chipmunk 🐿️ assistant shows up to help!
😂😂😂
I love it when Ray speeds up the video and sounds like Alivin and the Chipminks.
We need to see more walnut blaster action.
I agree more nut blasting
Was watching another channel who just got a unit, picked up a metal port adpt. from Amazon and bent the metal hose about 45 Deg. after heating it in the vice.. Worked really great, much better then the straight hose the unit comes with and got all the walnut chips out. So amazed what a great job this procedure does and hope Ray does again also.
I hope the cat makes friends someday great job Ray
Now every time I tighten a bolt on my own stuff I say, "Click!". Damn you Ray, damn you!!
I dont think i have heard a "do de do de do" in a while. I forgot how much it amused me to hear you do that!
Ray, had a pickup in the early 70s that I couldn’t get started. I worked on it for days, but to no avail. I got pissed off and decided to sell it. A friend from school came by and bought it. He opened the hood, connected a wire, got in it and started it and drove off. It was a ground wire. I was mad at myself for not knowing and him not telling me what was wrong before he bought it. I felt like a fool. Roger in Pierre South Dakota
Your homeless/feral kitty might be keeping any mice/vermin out of the shop. Maybe leave the kitty some food, unless it's making a problem somewhere. Anyway, thanks for the part two video on the Prius. Easy/Peasy plugs/coils/valve cover job. At least you make it look easy. The familiarity of engine/vehicle systems makes it that way. Thanks Ray for another of your great videos.
feral cats are a nightmare to a garage, open windows mean cat crap or kittens. Don't get me wrong, I really like cats, but you have to be aware of their downsides !
Definitely bonus, Ray on Sunday! Yeh!
We call them acorn nuts, on the wiper.
Hey Ray, I have no doubt your customer is going to be very pleased with all the work you've done for him on this car. Cheers!
Well, that was interesting. The time needed to take the wipers cowl out, really saves the day. Nothing like having clear space to work in an engine bay.
Welcoming back! To the secondary.
👆 lol…this guy
It sounds like you have a “cat burglar”! 🐈 lol 😂 👍
Kids loved the fast forward thank you 🎉😅
I guess I must be ol school, however the very first thing I learned as a little tike was always check for the correct gaps on sparkplugs for ultimate performance.
These type of plugs - you do not gap. Not like the older copper ones.
With the coating and type of plugs
You risk damaging them by trying to gap them
If it's a couple thousand off it's fine
It's going to be more than that half it's life
You make fixing vehicles look easy 😁👍
Meanwhile, I take 2 hours to do brakes 😅
Things always look easy when someone else does it😂
It now should be like a new car. The customer has faith in you as they come back. Quality shows.
Great job Ray, but even your "off duty" channel is still, very much on duty!!
Well it's a mixed grab bag over here.
You wouldn't have been able to pull the coils without removing the wiper assembly and cowl so good job lol
On Toyota hybrids…put foot on brake …push start button once…then you will be in ready mode…which is started…if you push button without brake pushed ,you will ,in essence be in “acc” mode…which could run the 12v battery down…The little 12v battery is very sensitive…it will run down quickly, if not in ready mode…now if you want to run the engine…be in ready mode and push accelerator to the floor, the engine will then fire up…let up and gas engine quits, but you are still running…in EV mode…
Great Rainman Off Duty video. Thank you
Looking forward for new content of no spill long pouring things :)
I think your audience likes speedy Ray's voice.
Dont be surprised if the leak continues. You pointed to the area the timing chain tensioner cover that can leak is. And yes its a B1tch to get at. I never got mine to stop leaking. I did forget to try to give it a sand down the 3 times i had the engine apart.
Each side, because you are doing both, not one or the other.
You might try putting a short extension in that socket to get a center, even pressure, on the seals.
With reference to the witness marks I would suggest that 1 or 2 things have happened in the past No. 1 the vehicle had an oil leak around the plug gaskets causing a misfire & so all the work was required No 2. The owner was aware of the possible problem (maybe told to by family/friend /dealership) to do this maintenance at vehicle manufactures recommended intervals which the owner has done as the internal of the engine seems to be in very good condition (as far as can be seen through the camera.)
You forgot to bend back tabs for valve cover tube seals…
yes I noticed that too.
@@joeblow1868 probably not a big deal
After just doing a similar set on another valve cover, I noticed the same thing where the retaining tabs got forgotten to be bent back. May not be a big deal.
I knew you would not take Sunday off. Hang in there. I spent the day in my work shop.
Those spark plug tube gaskets were fighting all the way... I use the same socket as a driver method. A cheap 6" extension as a handle keeps the flang'ees from becoming smashed...
Thank you Mr RainmanRay for providing this video and your correct this was indeed a great video.!
I completely understand about wanting to finish up on a job that which would only haunt your productivity once behind its almost impossible to catch up . Time is after all is fleeting regardless 24 hours in a single day we are but humble mortals well most of us.
Blessings
Indeed, Always check your grounds.
Had a Holden Astra Convertible that (under warrantee) kept going into the shop due to 'failed' computer modules. Even started a fire due to under vehicle misfire and overheated Cat converter. Must have replaced all major body control modules and numerous brake light switches. After a number years of frustration, finally insisted that I witness the mechanics check the grounds and voltages. Turns out that there was only 9V getting to the ECU due to multiple broken strands in the main battery ground. Got an additional $10 ground cable installed between the battery and engine and low and behold, issues disappeared. Never had an issue with it after that day.
Always check your ground before firing the parts cannon.
I had a Vectra that kept blowing modules so I got rid of the car for a VYII , I now have a VE SS , brilliant touring car
@@JamesTrigg Finished up selling the Astra at 280,000km. It was very reliable after fixing the earth issue. Replaced it with a Mazda ND MX5 (it's the wife's car).
@@richarddouchkov9453 the Vectra was still under warranty . It actually blew a hole in a piston on the way for a service
Hi Ray. I was about to say that you forgot to apply couple of silicone dap. between the head and the time chain cover. because you didn't mention that, but when I played it back, I saw that you already did it ( at the minute 19:08). good job buddy. you are amazing. every time i keep admiring the work that you been doing.
Now you have all kinds of room for extra activities!!!
You must have applied the sealant while we weren't looking.:)
You can see it on the front side at least. My heart was in my mouth until I spotted it
My thoughts exactly must have put the gasket material
@@militarycoo Both sides. Ray's "easter egg".
Nicely done Ray!
The BOSS is going to gig you for doing over time. Careful.
YOU DO A GREAT JOB 😊😊😊😊😊
9:23 I need this itty bitty baby pry bar
I made a tool for pressing those darn oil seals into their seats, with a long piece if threaded bar large washers/plates and socket, you can then use a ratchet and spanner to tighten the nuts and pull/push the seal in without the fear of them going in " cock eyed" and getting a good seat.
I pulled and replaced the motor on my 03 toyoda echo. With 500k on it. It was consuming oil. Cylinders all clean. Good conpression. So think it was head gasket. Still havnt pulled it apart. But i did take valve cover off. Still looked like new in there. No build up. No worn lobes. Gasket didnt even crack up as yours did in video. I nedd to find the 12point headbolt bit/socket. Think torx but 12 points. Nobody in my area has one. Put a used motor with 100k in the car and its still going.
A triplesquare. Orielly auto parts has them.
Hello Ray I enjoy your work
Great job ray
185th! I’m late again. Have a fantastic Sunday evening Ray,Lauren, and Dave, the new employee. Roger in Pierre South Dakota
Also hybrids sensors are touchy. Honda for example even touching let alone disconnecting quickly an evap sensor can rain O2 sensor, MAF sensor and purge control solenoid codes. Even straight up giving ECU/ECM failure information codes. Keep up the good work not just with the shop but with your family
Sounds like you have hired a new employee - Donald Duck - as a commentator!
ECM stays alive for a few minutes after power down, and wakes up if there is a door open event so that is why you got codes.
Cat place a nice box for the cat, where the cat can be comfortable, and a bowl of dry kibble, and a bowl of fresh water. Kibble and water separate from each other by a bit, and some catnip in the box to attract the cat to it. Shop cat means no mice eating wiring looms in the vehicles, and if possible do a TNR on it as well, using one of the local groups to keep the population at one.
Thank you Ray for the update on Luna, AKA shop dog
As soon as you started tearing into the wipers, why did I get a sense of deja vu?
Nice work ray
Dielectric grease on holes will make life pretty easy...
Well done
There is a correlation between the chipmunk voice and the walnut blaster...hhhmm Ray is trying to lull us into a slow and Suttle submission to all be brainwashed into becoming chipmunks.
Well done 👍
On this whole 2 part job, starting at the wipers first then working around to the intake might have made the job much smoother the fighting 2 nuts in cramped quarters.
Notification squad Have a nice weekend!🔥🔥🔥
Bravo 👏
I got excited until I realized this was a re run.
Wouldn’t it work better if you flipped the socket over & have the “Flat” end against the gaskets? It’s also good to hear Alvin stopped by the shop again to lend you a hand (paw?).
Drain and refill the big battery with summer electrons.
Ray The Luna dog gets to go home too,Nice.
Prius V for Vendetta!
Either, each. Interesting. No matter what people would understand that you mean there are 2, one on each side. I think “one on either side” would mean there is one (clip?) and it might be on the passenger or driver side.
I notice the exposed windscreen edge, I found if you breath on it it may crack.
Left your torch on I think
Genuine ngk coils are the only non oem replacements one should use. You shouldn't replace those coils unless you have a problem.
I'm from the land down under and majority of 4x4 Ute's are 1 toners I myself have a isuzu dmax 3l td and all the videos are v8.
I know 1 toners aren't as popular in the us.
It just seems like these videos are for us audience
Good morning, Ray
I might have missed it , but did you get the sealant for the timing cover to the block? I know that you pointed out earlier!
Oh, that was not posted in the video. I saw the glob of silent after you were checking out why the code was presented on the meter panel. I really appreciate and enjoy yourself and the humor that comes with car maintenance and repair. Great person with a positive attitude 🙂
I keep watching for my car but not many impala's 06 14 in repair at rays shop.250k on mine auto start still works has the ol rust prevention oil leaks but after few oil changes with at 205 its pretty much stop. It does burn a bit of oil half quart about half way through oil life not the cars monitor but about 1500 miles i top it off. Iv never went over 4k miles on the oil synthetic or blend doesn't matter
I always use the saying "same thing other side" but being as I am from the north it sounds more like "same ting udder side" and tbh I always crack myself up a bit
When you do the fast play on parts of the videos, you should talk slow in the video at that point and see if it comes out as normal talking in the video. I think it would be hilarious.
With all that you've done to this, it should run like a new one. However though, they'll still have to stick a corresponding arm out of either window to make either a right hand turn, or left. "In reference to Jeff Dunham and his Prius". 😅😅😅
Good, you have stray kitty, take care of mice problems from nutshell around the shop..
I like it 🚙
So Ray? Why not use a thin layer of glycerine on those plug tube seals to seat them? Guaranteed not to hurt rubber and will disappear over time. I am a pump guy not a mechanic. We use glycerine as a rubber friendly lubricant on a lot of mechanical seal seats which are similar.
remove a part to make more space to work faster and in "comfort" or try to work blind with only fingertips because thats all that will fit.
some times, you have to take time to make time. i rather work on what i can see and in relative comfort when and where i can so i have no problem taking something off to gain access and additional light. the time wasted messing around trying to find stuff you cant see or looking for dropped fasteners/sockets AAAND taking time to shake out the cramp in you hands from trying to "make it work" is more than the time it takes to remove the part(s) in said way and get the job done.
jmho.
thanks ray.
I can't understand why, with the car completely shut down, it would complain about sensors being unplugged, but my CT6 sport threw MAF codes when I unplugged the MAFs to remove the top of the airbox and replace the air filters (I found it easier to remove the top of the box rather than just unscrew it and try to move it out of the way while attached to everything).
Hey, Ray. Maybe you can go over this about the dielectric grease. Wouldn't it be a good thing to put it on the plug ends on the coils, on every connector, including light bulb connectors, and pretty much anything that snaps together? I'd think that would help stop water intrusion and the chance of corrosion.
If you see this, maybe answer it here, OR during a video so others will know the answer...I imagine I'm not the only one asking and wondering. Thanks. Cheers.
Two questions Ray. I noticed that you've stopped using a torque wrench when tightening down spark plugs Or valve covers. Is that not being taped? Second is you did not mention changing the oil after all that work. Thanks. Great video.
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I love Ray’s Donald Duck voice.
Here is a bonus comment, for the algorithm
At first I thought I was having a severe case of deja vu
Be careful the cat isn't napping in an engine compartment when you come in each morning too. Maybe he will become a shop cat and customer relations department over time.
Hey, Ray, Do you wanna mess with Lauren for putting in the doodlie-do time clock? Go into it and change all of the alarm times to something else. Or set them all one after the other.
ReeeeeeEeeeEEeeeee! No brake clean wash down! #brakecleanmafia 🇺🇸
You should have used the press if it fit on throws seals.
Interesting how so many operations on Toyotas seem to involve removal of the cowl. On my Avalon almost everything on bank 1 is better with the cowl out.
Do the little metal tabs on the spark plug seals not need to go back into place? Genuine question - yo the expert! 🙂
Would it be easier to use a six inch extension in the socket to seat those seals to get even force
The walnut blasting was way worth it, now that the job is over and it's back together. I like that little thing. It's definitely not over-engineered, that's for sure.
Someone forgot to bend those metal tabs that help keep gaskets in place...
The only problem with staying late to finish the job is the boss won’t pay you any overtime!
Was anyone else watching those pliers on the work bench during spark plug seal installation, waiting for it to dance off the table?
Wait! What were those two nuts that you tried to install on the wipers for? 🤔
Those were Ray's nuts. He pulls them out every now and then. :)
@@mainid2490Rays are better than Deez
Remarkably clean for 180,000 miles I think you said?
ALVIN!!!!!!!!! Okay
I feel like I have seen this video before, a few days ago.