Thank you so much, I may not be able to always work on my car, but I at least like to be educated so I can understand what is happening when it is in the shop, Good simple video, Good job, your video helped , this video helped me diagnosed the problem, very helpful, and I like your video because you give history, specs, background, details, Thank you again.
Hello sir I have a question probably a future project hopefully you can give me an opinion before I go to a mechanic. But I just bought a car at an immigration auction and it has giving nothing but trouble. First of all it didn't have a fuel tank, then I had to do a tune up because the oil was super old and a plug was bad so i had to buy them all because they sell them as a set and it was quite expensive for my first car lol But one Of the problems I have now is that when it's raining or when its a really cold temperature sometimes even on normal days. This loud noise comes from the side passenger like I mean really loud to the point It's ridiculously embarrassing and other people turn around to see where the heck is that noise coming from. The mechanic who installed the fuel tank checked the car out and complimented me on how good of a purchase I made yeah right! I kinda think he jinxed me lol well he said that because the wheels where new the brakes look good the motor sounds good. Also the mechanic who did the tune up told me it's a very good purchase. So with that being said I have the understanding that it's not the brakes? What could this horrible sound be? It doesn't make a sound when I brake, just when I'm driving in fact when I'm coming to a red light or stop sign it seems that when I break the sound goes away? I'm seriously in need of help I already spent a lot of money hopefully you can help me save a few bucks if you can diagnose the problem and just have my dad change what ever we find bad? Thanks and sorry for the long thread. Merry christmas :)
+En familia con Wendy Romero Just wanted to add that I found your video typing "loud noise on passenger side" Hopeful to find an answer. I'm in desperate need I'm willing to upload a video to show you what the noise sounds like. I think I haven't mentioned what type of car I have it's a 2001 Chevrolet silverado 1500 LS extended cab with 145,000 miles.
Great question! I was working on an old Colt for an old engineer who went to Japan. He was too old to do the work, but happy to micro manage me as I did it in his shop for him. This was back when I was doing mobile auto repair while going to college. I'm sure he's dead now. He was in his late 80's then. I remember what he said, and I remember the cat and saw dust smell of that old 1970's orange Dodge Colt I was doing a CV axle and timing belt on.
wow brian you are awsome man.........like the true and sincere way of conveying knowlege to others...May God keep you healthy ,safe and Happy forever. your student zia
Great Video. The only thing ia that I have to disagree with you 'cause my Civic driver side (left) CV axle was making a clicking noise when I turned left. I changed it and problem solved. You say that the side you turn is the opposite CV axle that is bad. Well that was not this case. I could heard it clearly in my left ear and right by my left side (almost with my head out of the window) when I turned left to determine where does the clickin sound came from. I was doubding but I'm glad followed my perception of the noise and change the correct side of the CV axle. So Not always is like the opposite side of turning that has to be changed.
Yeah sometimes it's when weight gets lifted and allows more movement but if u You listen it will growl when weight is put on the bad axel whether or not it clicks depends on how sharp u turn/ what part of axel is bad
Good video. You're the first person that has been able to explain what CV means: constant velocity. I also appreciate that you explained how the axle works with ABS. A couple years ago I needed to replace the left CV axle on my VW GTI. I bought an aftermarket axle for less than half the cost of the original equipment manufacture's (OEM) axle, thinking that buying a VW axle meant that I was just paying for the name. I was wrong. The aftermarket axle failed after 2 years of use. I talked with a parts distributor (sells both OEM and aftermarket parts) about it, along with others, and they all let me know that it's common for aftermarket CV axle's to fail much earlier than OEM axles. In hindsight, it would have been a lot cheaper to buy the more expensive and much more reliable OEM axel. The right axle is original, 12 years old, and still holding up well. This just goes to show that you get what you pay for. This time I'm getting the OEM axle for the left side.
Funny how soap and water cleaning these boots once every 4 years or so followed by a nice spray wax seems to prevent them from deteriorating. I just have a theory that washing and waxing is beneficial to more than just the paint job.
That's not typical of classic outer joint failure on a CV axle. That sounds like an inner joint failure or even more like a wheel/tire issue. Check lug nut torque first.
Brian is not only a well trained and knowledgable mechanic/technician but one heck of a trainer. Its a rare combination. Beyond those talents, his video productions are pretty darned good too boot. He's a "go to guy" for auto tech subjects. And I learned a new thing today WRT right turn / left turn and the "symptom reversal" in isolating which CV is failed aside from crawling under the car and looking for things like boot damage, grease splaying and those sorts of "Obvious" problems). Thanks Brian...you just taught an "old dog" a new trick! (Proving yet again that age old truth...You're NEVER too old to learn!)
We'll It's good I replaced them on this 96 accord! It only cost me 250$ for the parts and my mechanic wanted 150$ to install it. It's a good deal compared to these mechanic shops! I got a quote of 850$! Big ones to replace them on my 96 accord! WTF is up with these shops?
Juan Nunez this was a long time ago. The Honda Accord has finally been put to rest 😔 It was a great car and I kinda wished I kept it for the hash Canadian winters. But now I currently drive a 2012 Subaru wrx. And all I can say is I don't miss the horse power but I do miss not making car payment and the cheap insurance lol.
@happy543210 You'll notice that many buicks use CV axles, but the plastic boots on them never fail. They also have timing chains. The weakness on a Buick? An intake manifold gasket that dissolves in antifreeze! And rod bearings that self destruct in the presence of antifreeze. I believe it was the White Truck Company that built trucks SO WELL that they went out of business because of no repeat business.
Hi Brian, I'm replacing cv axle again in less than 2 yrs. Do I need to greas the new one? I notice when I bought this one I upgraded to heavy duty from rock auto. On my old 2001 subaru Forrester. I've seen needles at parts store. Think i should poke hole and fill the new one?
@YBR916 Boy I'd have to drive it to listen for a location. It'ts either the CV, the transaxle, or the wheel bearings from the description. I'd get some one near you with a trained ear to drive it/ look at it. I would drive it and then put the front end up in the air and rotate/ listen with the wheel on an then off.
@TheSilverado1989 Lift the front of the car and inspect the Sway Bar End Links for bushing failure or damage. If they're bad, replace them. If they're not failing then back to the drawing board- perform more tests and inspections elsewhere in the front end steering and suspension realm.
Stop gambling! Just kidding. ; ) It should be about $150 or so to replace the axle if you shop around. The wheel won't ever fall off, but the van will lose forward propulsion. It may be a few months- hard to say from here.
CV axles have two joints per axle that are housed in the CV boots. A CV gator is a large reptile that lives in the swamps of .... you're not buying that are you? It's just another term used outside the U.S. for CV boot.
@soiledmytrousers It most likely is. It won't cause a flat tire, but when it fails you won't have any mobility- just an angry drummer using hammers for drum sticks in your wheel well.
@YBR916 If it does it when you give it gas it could be an inner joint failure (less common). If this is the case it should be quiet when you coast straight and are off the gas.
@conwaychowie I TRY not to cuss. I really do. As for the verdict- I REALLY prefer doing the job once right the first time so if the split is all the way around I replace the whole axle. Cost is usually close to the same as a rebuild- getting the axle apart to get the new boot on is MESSY and can often prove labor intensive. Split boots are NOT fit for even lawn mowers. (That's my personal opinion)
@midlantic1 War is ALL ABOUT GETTING RICH. You can make money on disposable weapons and then you can make even MORE off rebuilding the country you smashed, make business connections and friends in the process and make $ off those relations down the time line moving forward. MOST PEOPLE do not like war.... yet we go again and again due to false flags and propaganda. ARGGGHHHH!!! History people! HISTORY!
@8057joe Sounds like it may be an inboard joint failure. You can verify this by wiggling the inboard joint and checking for play. This is less common, but happens well enough.
@Tapil If your car is clicking while at a complete stop and you're about to turn then it is your turn signal. It's on and that's a good thing. If it makes noise on acceleration then you may need a CV axle in a month or two.
Often times tire damage will manifest like that. I'm at a real handicap not being able to hear/drive it first hand. The neighborhood of causes looks like this- differential prob, inner tie rod, tire damage, wheel bearing failure.
You've done all the right things- I would try pulling the front rotors off and cleaning the mating surfaces and sanding the wheel mating surface too. Here's why. Imagine a rotor etc that's rusted on. Break it free and remove it. Put it back on with rust stuck to the back side and a corresponding divot in the hub. Now rotate 90 degrees from origin and reinstall. Voila! you are now wobbly AND unbalanced. No amount of tire balancing etc will correct that. = bent wheel symptoms.
@mrkevindshore I'm not sure. Driving it would tell a lot. I'd take it to some one local with a good reputation and have them listen to it. This problem isn't common enough for me to make a call on it like that.
You don't have to replace the hub, just make sure your new axle has a tone ring, and that your sensor doesn't get disconnected or damaged while you're working in that area.
@ncrdisabled Thanks for your service! I'll upload a Honda CV axle vid today. I only replace the one that's bad unless the vehicle is going cross country soon.
@aeneas101 YES. It's in a wet environment already. It only helps installation and protects the seal. The wheel nut holds the wheel hub bearing halves together and is in a dry environment. They also have a retaining device of some kind because it's what holds the whole show axle and all together.
I have watched few of your videos and would like to say that how you shoot them is very good and informative. When you were talking about turning and tilting and you turned and tilted your camera it was instantly understandable by the motion. I like thoroughness and bits of history too :) I'm about to replace front suspension bushings on my Subaru Outback wish me luck
When you mention adding grease on the end of the axle to hold the clip, what type of grease would you recommend? Also, do you need to drain the transmission fluid first before taking out the axles? Thanks for the time and effort you put into these videos, they have helped a lot.
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Thank you so much, I may not be able to always work on my car, but I at least like to be educated so I can understand what is happening when it is in the shop, Good simple video, Good job, your video helped , this video helped me diagnosed the problem, very helpful, and I like your video because you give history, specs, background, details, Thank you again.
Hello sir I have a question probably a future project hopefully you can give me an opinion before I go to a mechanic. But I just bought a car at an immigration auction and it has giving nothing but trouble. First of all it didn't have a fuel tank, then I had to do a tune up because the oil was super old and a plug was bad so i had to buy them all because they sell them as a set and it was quite expensive for my first car lol But one Of the problems I have now is that when it's raining or when its a really cold temperature sometimes even on normal days. This loud noise comes from the side passenger like I mean really loud to the point It's ridiculously embarrassing and other people turn around to see where the heck is that noise coming from. The mechanic who installed the fuel tank checked the car out and complimented me on how good of a purchase I made yeah right! I kinda think he jinxed me lol well he said that because the wheels where new the brakes look good the motor sounds good. Also the mechanic who did the tune up told me it's a very good purchase. So with that being said I have the understanding that it's not the brakes? What could this horrible sound be? It doesn't make a sound when I brake, just when I'm driving in fact when I'm coming to a red light or stop sign it seems that when I break the sound goes away? I'm seriously in need of help I already spent a lot of money hopefully you can help me save a few bucks if you can diagnose the problem and just have my dad change what ever we find bad? Thanks and sorry for the long thread. Merry christmas :)
+En familia con Wendy Romero Just wanted to add that I found your video typing "loud noise on passenger side" Hopeful to find an answer. I'm in desperate need I'm willing to upload a video to show you what the noise sounds like. I think I haven't mentioned what type of car I have it's a 2001 Chevrolet silverado 1500 LS extended cab with 145,000 miles.
Great question! I was working on an old Colt for an old engineer who went to Japan. He was too old to do the work, but happy to micro manage me as I did it in his shop for him. This was back when I was doing mobile auto repair while going to college. I'm sure he's dead now. He was in his late 80's then. I remember what he said, and I remember the cat and saw dust smell of that old 1970's orange Dodge Colt I was doing a CV axle and timing belt on.
wow brian you are awsome man.........like the true and sincere way of conveying knowlege to others...May God keep you healthy ,safe and Happy forever.
your student
zia
Great Video. The only thing ia that I have to disagree with you 'cause my Civic driver side (left) CV axle was making a clicking noise when I turned left. I changed it and problem solved. You say that the side you turn is the opposite CV axle that is bad. Well that was not this case. I could heard it clearly in my left ear and right by my left side (almost with my head out of the window) when I turned left to determine where does the clickin sound came from. I was doubding but I'm glad followed my perception of the noise and change the correct side of the CV axle. So Not always is like the opposite side of turning that has to be changed.
I same here
Classically it's the right side which is gone!
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Yeah sometimes it's when weight gets lifted and allows more movement but if u
You listen it will growl when weight is put on the bad axel whether or not it clicks depends on how sharp u turn/ what part of axel is bad
Good video. You're the first person that has been able to explain what CV means: constant velocity. I also appreciate that you explained how the axle works with ABS. A couple years ago I needed to replace the left CV axle on my VW GTI. I bought an aftermarket axle for less than half the cost of the original equipment manufacture's (OEM) axle, thinking that buying a VW axle meant that I was just paying for the name. I was wrong. The aftermarket axle failed after 2 years of use. I talked with a parts distributor (sells both OEM and aftermarket parts) about it, along with others, and they all let me know that it's common for aftermarket CV axle's to fail much earlier than OEM axles. In hindsight, it would have been a lot cheaper to buy the more expensive and much more reliable OEM axel. The right axle is original, 12 years old, and still holding up well. This just goes to show that you get what you pay for. This time I'm getting the OEM axle for the left side.
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I have a GTI. I know it’s been two years, but how did you decide your axle was bad?
@@alyamoney Lol
@@wheaterz7567 Hahahahahahahahaha.........hahahahaha, your damm right about that Wheterz, Patrick, slosses on the stick.
Funny how soap and water cleaning these boots once every 4 years or so followed by a nice spray wax seems to prevent them from deteriorating.
I just have a theory that washing and waxing is beneficial to more than just the paint job.
I like to hit mine boots with silicon spray at each oil change.
Really? this is one useful tip Bro. Thanks for sharing. :)
Michael Block yeah putting some Silicone spray on the CV boots will help to preserve them as well
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@@chrisaldana8164 No that will swell the rubber,you should only use armorall
@c10td You're welcome. It's fine to just replace the left. Look at the boot on the right. If it's good just leave it for now if you like.
Is there a major difference between how a bad cv joint sounds compared to a bad wheel bearing assembly?
@mustangsammy95 The best way to get a life that I know of is to gain a marketable skill. That's one of the reasons I do these videos.
Thank you, very clear and informative.
+Cardinal Knife Co. You're welcome! Thanks for subscribing and clicking like!
@poching0521 I meant to say that... when you turn left the weight goes to the right side of the car.
That's not typical of classic outer joint failure on a CV axle. That sounds like an inner joint failure or even more like a wheel/tire issue. Check lug nut torque first.
@mustangsammy95 lol thanks man. I think it's the system? I always get one or two dislikes right off the bat.
OH MY GOSH 😵...Thanks bud!!
The LF CV axle is slinging grease everywhere on my Subie.
I will get this taken care of!
@brakedd It definitely can. I've seen that before.
This was really informative and interesting. Although I probably won't ever actually undertake the work, thanks for taking the time to make the video!
Thanks- I'll look into that.
"What an amazing video this has turned out to be". lol. True statement.
@kchak1616 You're welcome thanks for stopping by.
Thank you- I'm flattered you would think so!
Thx I like the a and p lesson.
@SuperStrangeone Thats your power steering pump belt slipping.
Great video! Very informative! Question: What causes an axle (or CV joint) to go bad?
@MrSzviktor Check tire pressure first and then alignment.
bravo. wish i had mechanics like you in my area
Brian is not only a well trained and knowledgable mechanic/technician but one heck of a trainer. Its a rare combination. Beyond those talents, his video productions are pretty darned good too boot. He's a "go to guy" for auto tech subjects.
And I learned a new thing today WRT right turn / left turn and the "symptom reversal" in isolating which CV is failed aside from crawling under the car and looking for things like boot damage, grease splaying and those sorts of "Obvious" problems). Thanks Brian...you just taught an "old dog" a new trick! (Proving yet again that age old truth...You're NEVER too old to learn!)
We'll It's good I replaced them on this 96 accord! It only cost me 250$ for the parts and my mechanic wanted 150$ to install it.
It's a good deal compared to these mechanic shops! I got a quote of 850$! Big ones to replace them on my 96 accord! WTF is up with these shops?
ynohtnA i had replaced my own...not that hard if you git the tools and time and basic knowledge of car mechanic
Juan Nunez this was a long time ago.
The Honda Accord has finally been put to rest 😔
It was a great car and I kinda wished I kept it for the hash Canadian winters.
But now I currently drive a 2012 Subaru wrx. And all I can say is I don't miss the horse power but I do miss not making car payment and the cheap insurance lol.
you bay
ynohtnA ....plenty enough in looting those closer to shop..
@happy543210 You'll notice that many buicks use CV axles, but the plastic boots on them never fail. They also have timing chains. The weakness on a Buick? An intake manifold gasket that dissolves in antifreeze! And rod bearings that self destruct in the presence of antifreeze. I believe it was the White Truck Company that built trucks SO WELL that they went out of business because of no repeat business.
Brian, I appreciate that your videos are clear, concise, informative and that you know the subject matter. Keep up the great work. 👍
Hi Brian, I'm replacing cv axle again in less than 2 yrs. Do I need to greas the new one? I notice when I bought this one I upgraded to heavy duty from rock auto. On my old 2001 subaru Forrester. I've seen needles at parts store. Think i should poke hole and fill the new one?
@YBR916 Boy I'd have to drive it to listen for a location. It'ts either the CV, the transaxle, or the wheel bearings from the description. I'd get some one near you with a trained ear to drive it/ look at it. I would drive it and then put the front end up in the air and rotate/ listen with the wheel on an then off.
@KillerZero259 Thank you- I really appreciate it!
@TheSilverado1989 Lift the front of the car and inspect the Sway Bar End Links for bushing failure or damage. If they're bad, replace them. If they're not failing then back to the drawing board- perform more tests and inspections elsewhere in the front end steering and suspension realm.
Stop gambling! Just kidding. ; ) It should be about $150 or so to replace the axle if you shop around. The wheel won't ever fall off, but the van will lose forward propulsion. It may be a few months- hard to say from here.
CV axles have two joints per axle that are housed in the CV boots. A CV gator is a large reptile that lives in the swamps of .... you're not buying that are you? It's just another term used outside the U.S. for CV boot.
Most aftermarket ones are fine.
@soiledmytrousers It most likely is. It won't cause a flat tire, but when it fails you won't have any mobility- just an angry drummer using hammers for drum sticks in your wheel well.
@YBR916 If it does it when you give it gas it could be an inner joint failure (less common). If this is the case it should be quiet when you coast straight and are off the gas.
@TRcustomengineering As long as you like them ; ) Thanks man!
@XxHatredxX13 lol I think this was before I picked up 3 hater subscribers. They dislike everything I do in the first day it's up. Thanks
@conwaychowie I TRY not to cuss. I really do. As for the verdict- I REALLY prefer doing the job once right the first time so if the split is all the way around I replace the whole axle. Cost is usually close to the same as a rebuild- getting the axle apart to get the new boot on is MESSY and can often prove labor intensive. Split boots are NOT fit for even lawn mowers. (That's my personal opinion)
Not sure. I often do see axles fail between 75K miles and 130K miles. 100K would seem to be right around the mean failure time.
@midlantic1 War is ALL ABOUT GETTING RICH. You can make money on disposable weapons and then you can make even MORE off rebuilding the country you smashed, make business connections and friends in the process and make $ off those relations down the time line moving forward. MOST PEOPLE do not like war.... yet we go again and again due to false flags and propaganda. ARGGGHHHH!!! History people! HISTORY!
Thanks!
@8057joe Sounds like it may be an inboard joint failure. You can verify this by wiggling the inboard joint and checking for play. This is less common, but happens well enough.
@Tapil If your car is clicking while at a complete stop and you're about to turn then it is your turn signal. It's on and that's a good thing. If it makes noise on acceleration then you may need a CV axle in a month or two.
@YBR916 It sounds like a wheel joint on an old 4X4 solid front axle. What year make and model is it?
@MightyCarnac In a word. Yes.
@8057joe Tire wear noise. Try rotating the front tires to the back and see if the noise follows.
Often times tire damage will manifest like that. I'm at a real handicap not being able to hear/drive it first hand. The neighborhood of causes looks like this- differential prob, inner tie rod, tire damage, wheel bearing failure.
How about hearing the "flat tire" sound and feeling the "banging" on the floorboards when driving straight?
It's a vibration dampener to help prevent new car owner mystery noises under warranty.
You've done all the right things- I would try pulling the front rotors off and cleaning the mating surfaces and sanding the wheel mating surface too. Here's why. Imagine a rotor etc that's rusted on. Break it free and remove it. Put it back on with rust stuck to the back side and a corresponding divot in the hub. Now rotate 90 degrees from origin and reinstall. Voila! you are now wobbly AND unbalanced. No amount of tire balancing etc will correct that. = bent wheel symptoms.
@arkondlight No. It's not the CV axle. It's the brake pad indicator OR it's the splash guard sheet metal next to the brake rotor.
In the States the axles are $50- $110 each. So it's easy to just replace them.
@mrkevindshore I'm not sure. Driving it would tell a lot. I'd take it to some one local with a good reputation and have them listen to it. This problem isn't common enough for me to make a call on it like that.
Over tightening the spindle nut will cause the hub to go bad prematurely.
You're welcome Luke!
@MrBlacktom83 could be a motor mount
You can grab them and shake them down for play.... you know for fun, but also to see if there's movement more in one than the other.
@nuccireyo7 They're a good car to love
NO!!! Split boots are not fit even to be thrown in your trash can.
Sure I'd be happy to. Thanks for the suggestion!
Thanks Chuck!
The engine generally won't lock up unless the oil is drained out.
You don't have to replace the hub, just make sure your new axle has a tone ring, and that your sensor doesn't get disconnected or damaged while you're working in that area.
Thanks!
Recheck your torques and clearances. If all is OK then warranty out the new axle that's knocking.
@ncrdisabled Thanks for your service! I'll upload a Honda CV axle vid today. I only replace the one that's bad unless the vehicle is going cross country soon.
@PacificHustler Most likely some radical brake component or tire failure issue. Outside of that could be a wheel bearing.
@maindaful1 Thanks! Will do.
@aeneas101 YES. It's in a wet environment already. It only helps installation and protects the seal. The wheel nut holds the wheel hub bearing halves together and is in a dry environment. They also have a retaining device of some kind because it's what holds the whole show axle and all together.
What about all wheel drive? What sound would the rear make?
@lprocker189 Yes, but it would at least have to be moving.
@TehEndahs You're welcome. When people say they like them it makes making them that much funner.
Thanks!
@soiledmytrousers Pretty much anything that can move can make noise. So yes it's possible.
@TheMcs33 No that's fine. One ring holds it in and the strata rings are from the manufacturing process.
Absolutely replace. Once those joints eject the grease and are exposed for even a week- damage is done and the wear pattern establishes and continues.
You're welcome!- great to hear it
Ultimately you'll have to replace the axle. If now is a good time (before ski season starts for example or a road tour) then do it now.
@TheChev98 Axles click when under load long before doing it on a lift. Try to isolate the noise. It could be brake pads or rotor splash guard.
@pedrof830 If you mark the strut bolts before removal you likely will not need an alignment.
Right. CV axle=drive axle=CV joint=half shaft for most intents and purposes.
I would replace the CV axle. If they are apart for any length of time they wear out very quickly once the grease is gone.
@cruzoperezo That's usually a control arm, tie rod, or just alignment got whacked on a curb etc.
Thank you very much!
@wardog31687 Those are the symptoms of a bad CV
@alpessade YES!
@amgad3 An inboard joint is likely bad. It could also be a front wheel bearing.
I have watched few of your videos and would like to say that how you shoot them is very good and informative. When you were talking about turning and tilting and you turned and tilted your camera it was instantly understandable by the motion. I like thoroughness and bits of history too :)
I'm about to replace front suspension bushings on my Subaru Outback wish me luck
Thats a front wheel beaing. When it's un weighted the roaring stops.
$120 is considered a "Great deal" more than $220 you're paying too much.
YES!!!
@concordbdance Thanks for letting me know. Making vids is like throwing a rock into the dark. Some times I hear good things and other times nothing.
Check out the big brain on Brad! Thanks
@Tapil he he he ; )
@ElLeonidas2009 It's the part of the axle that flexes.
When you mention adding grease on the end of the axle to hold the clip, what type of grease would you recommend? Also, do you need to drain the transmission fluid first before taking out the axles? Thanks for the time and effort you put into these videos, they have helped a lot.
I usually do not drain it. It will spill out the perfect amount for doing the job and nothing more. Catch it- measure it- replace it.
Welcome- Skiing is a much better thing to spend your money on!