How to Find and Repair Exhaust Leaks EASY (Without a Welder)

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  • Опубликовано: 31 июл 2018
  • Learn how to find exhaust leaks in your car or truck and then repair them without a welder using some common, inexpensive exhaust sealer products. To repair the exhaust leak you can use an exhaust putty, tape, or clamp.
    Exhaust Putty: amzn.to/2FAuYvJ
    Exhaust Tape: amzn.to/2TXThXH
    Exhaust Clamp: amzn.to/2n4X9b7
    Sandpaper (100 grit): amzn.to/2KfXwsw
    Shop Vac: amzn.to/2AySXdc
    Electric Leaf Blower: amzn.to/2n5nOoc
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  • @chrisfix
    @chrisfix  5 лет назад +1757

    I will be at POCONO SPEEDWAY this weekend Aug 4th and 5th for some drifting so come by and say hello and maybe even come for a ride along!!!
    I worked hard to make this fix as simple and cheap as possible so anyone can do this at home! If I can cut a hole in my exhaust the size of a playing card, you can fix your small leak!
    Here is what I used:
    Exhaust Putty: amzn.to/2vaDye2
    Exhaust Tape: amzn.to/2MakvqN
    Exhaust Clamp: amzn.to/2n4X9b7
    Sandpaper (100 grit): amzn.to/2KfXwsw
    Shop Vac: amzn.to/2AySXdc
    Electric Leaf Blower: amzn.to/2n5nOoc

    • @ligergarrett8841
      @ligergarrett8841 5 лет назад +7

      hiiii

    • @TheRealDusTT
      @TheRealDusTT 5 лет назад +12

      ChrisFix Well Done! Good video. Very easy to follow like always ;)

    • @firefist8511
      @firefist8511 5 лет назад +13

      I've been looking for a video like this for a while, our family car has had a leek for about a week now, thanks for posting this.

    • @mobilexlegend3301
      @mobilexlegend3301 5 лет назад +1

      ChrisFix my dads exhast rattles when it starts up what could it be?

    • @crisis5082
      @crisis5082 5 лет назад +5

      ChrisFix I know how to change my brakes and all thanks to your video but what do I do if my breaks are stuck to the caliper ? If you can answer it will be awesome thank you

  • @halim.mp4
    @halim.mp4 5 лет назад +9873

    He cut a hole in his truck just to teach us something, what a legend!

    • @TheCUTTERbyPHOENIX
      @TheCUTTERbyPHOENIX 5 лет назад +221

      truly something that let me mind blanked, i was so : "hell, unbelievable !"

    • @cocoabiscuits
      @cocoabiscuits 5 лет назад +271

      I was kinda shocked he made that sacrifice for us.

    • @prepperjonpnw6482
      @prepperjonpnw6482 5 лет назад +253

      Actually it was his neighbour’s car lol. He cut it and fixed it while the guy was at work lol

    • @chicago499
      @chicago499 5 лет назад +79

      NOW THAT'S A LOT OF DAMAGE

    • @snowjix
      @snowjix 5 лет назад +48

      The Box Of Chicago
      You could say its a hole lot of damage.

  • @camn9851
    @camn9851 5 лет назад +2473

    This man cuts his own exhaust just to show us how to fix leaks. What a guy.

    • @EaglesWind1
      @EaglesWind1 5 лет назад +37

      He could buy 4 of those trucks with what he made from the video lol

    • @clayclay1013
      @clayclay1013 5 лет назад +15

      @@EaglesWind1 not really

    • @holoholo4261
      @holoholo4261 5 лет назад +3

      @@clayclay1013 are you 2018

    • @mudargamer
      @mudargamer 5 лет назад +2

      @@clayclay1013 cuz we are 2019

    • @Doganderboss
      @Doganderboss 5 лет назад +4

      @@EaglesWind1 uhm..that's not how RUclips works. He may have made 100 bucks from this video, max.

  • @nenedecaramelo
    @nenedecaramelo 3 года назад +288

    No long intervals, no music, no cursing, no small irrelevant talk . Chris should get an Oscar award or whatever the equivalent is.

    • @EmilyTienne
      @EmilyTienne Год назад +2

      Yes!

    • @brr_e
      @brr_e Год назад

      no he needs the best fixer in the world award

    • @Da_GrandiMan
      @Da_GrandiMan Год назад +1

      "Simply the Best" - as sung by Tina Turner

    • @RichardFreeberg
      @RichardFreeberg 11 месяцев назад

      Yes, this gentleman just gets to the point, no BS. Also no weird and irrelevant music. I need to patch my exhaust pipe asap before smog check! Doesn't have to be permanent. Eventually I'll go to the muffler pro in town who does great work and get'er done . Or sell the truck ...

    • @rustler08
      @rustler08 10 месяцев назад

      This was 13 minutes for a 2 minute video

  • @Isaacisneat
    @Isaacisneat 2 года назад +376

    Chris has saved me so much money it's not even funny. I got my truck quoted for upper and lower ball joints, brakes, a new water pump, and front wheel bearings, the shop quoted me roughly 3300 dollars and I was able to source parts and do it myself for less than $700. So unbelievably grateful that my 13 year old curious self brought me to his videos and started getting interested in cars. Thank you so so much for everything you've done Chris! keep being amazing bro

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  2 года назад +39

      That is awesome! I am glad to hear the videos have been helpful!!

    • @aeoteroa818
      @aeoteroa818 Год назад +6

      I feel that man. I saw the quote and I did wheel bearings CV axles upper and lower ball joints and brakes.

    • @mrstl3000
      @mrstl3000 Год назад

      ​@@chrisfix hey can u use the soapy water method with engine on if u don't have shop vac or leaf blower

    • @Richardv24
      @Richardv24 Год назад +3

      @@mrstl3000i would say yea aslong as you apply the the soapy water to your exhaust while its not too hot

    • @mrstl3000
      @mrstl3000 Год назад

      @@Richardv24 thanks

  • @BenM
    @BenM 4 года назад +1989

    i can barely fit a socket wrench in some of these places and chris gets his whole camera and lighting setup in there lmao

    • @udzejl562
      @udzejl562 4 года назад +119

      He actually showed it on his instagram, sometimes he needs to disassemble some parts tovfit camera in

    • @Pube83
      @Pube83 4 года назад +30

      Helps being super fit, too.

    • @ethanebang7507
      @ethanebang7507 3 года назад +3

      Ben Mak lol haven’t really thought of that

    • @atarvhegde5210
      @atarvhegde5210 3 года назад +17

      @@udzejl562
      That is some real dedication.

    • @chuky816
      @chuky816 3 года назад

      🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @izzy-monkey7112
    @izzy-monkey7112 5 лет назад +1135

    The dude literally broke his exhaust just to fix it. This is a guy I can trust

  • @tdwnex
    @tdwnex Год назад +122

    I feel like you're my mechanic. I've never been so obsessed with a channel before! Your editing, explanations, information, and everything is fantastic. You do an AMAZING job and I hope you are proud of yourself and your work!

    • @Fraudsniper47
      @Fraudsniper47 Год назад +3

      I'm always back for content to help me with my projects! He is amazing

  • @markbolton5606
    @markbolton5606 2 года назад +208

    This dude is a hero. I know how to do many of these fixes, but I always find myself second guessing myself.
    So great to be able to hop on here, get that reassurance AND helpful tricks, to make the process even easier. Thank you, Chris!

    • @rustler08
      @rustler08 10 месяцев назад

      That's because he just takes resources from others and copies them

    • @StrongerThanBigfoot
      @StrongerThanBigfoot 10 месяцев назад

      @@rustler08That’s what everyone does

    • @keenanryan8735
      @keenanryan8735 5 месяцев назад

      @@rustler08Yeah…I guess you don’t believe in using something you see someone else do if it works?

  • @BloodAcidPro
    @BloodAcidPro 5 лет назад +428

    Chris won our heart when he cut open his own truck exhaust just for us.

  • @ahmed-al-raiyan5238
    @ahmed-al-raiyan5238 5 лет назад +422

    My man literally cut a hole on his own exhaust just to show us. What a legend! 🤩

  • @abelpardo5511
    @abelpardo5511 Год назад +15

    Just found this video. Saved me going into shop to get a clamp tightened. Probably would have been $200 just for that. 😅. vacuum trick is awesome!!!! Found a two leaks tightened one and added putty in other. Chris you saved me money!!!! Have a blessed life. Big Thanks!!!

  • @ppburns
    @ppburns 9 месяцев назад +5

    Just did the soapy water and leaf blower method. Found my leak in a jiffy. Thanks Chris fix 🤝

  • @aceofashot
    @aceofashot 5 лет назад +104

    This man really just cut a hole in his exhaust of his perfectly fine, running truck to show us a few methods that work. What a man.

  • @a1jay124
    @a1jay124 5 лет назад +709

    he deadass cut a hole in his exhaust just to prove a point

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 лет назад +92

      You know it!

    • @a1jay124
      @a1jay124 5 лет назад +34

      yo! you the goat and all your videos are great

    • @thatilluminati_3421
      @thatilluminati_3421 5 лет назад +6

      Jay the kid deadass

    • @IvanOoze1990
      @IvanOoze1990 5 лет назад +10

      He took one for the team

    • @izzulhaziq4898
      @izzulhaziq4898 5 лет назад +3

      Jay the kid
      That is why i love Chris Fix rather than any other car youtube channel

  • @norbertoperez4579
    @norbertoperez4579 2 года назад +6

    I'v been getting an O2 sensor code, and have noticed a louder exhaust coming from the front, near the engine. This video helps me prove my suspicion that it was an exhaust leak, damn!

  • @AJGvideos
    @AJGvideos 9 месяцев назад +4

    0422 code and cracks in all 3 manifold pipes. Used a shop vac to pull extremeheat into each crack. Cured 48 hrs then used vacuum and second coat to plug any missed areas. Cured 48 hours. On first 2 mile drive, the epoxy puffed out in areas going from smooth finish to bubbly surface, but no cracks. Drove on highway a few days later 15 miles and passed emissions. Will definitely change the manifold soon, but not until the epoxy cracks. Thanks Chris Fix! Used wire brush and 150 grit to prep, and 90% ipa to clean before epoxy application.

    • @AJGvideos
      @AJGvideos 9 месяцев назад +2

      1 week later: Some hairline cracks have appeared now when the engine cools down. When the car runs, they seal up. The hardened epoxy is likely expanding and contracting with temp, but so far it is working to suppress the leak.

  • @_Ambition124
    @_Ambition124 5 лет назад +200

    *This couldnt have came at a better time as I have an exhaust leak on my Audi A4 .... thanks a ton for uploading this!*

  • @savagecomanche
    @savagecomanche 5 лет назад +324

    chrisfix is the kind of guy thats cut into his exhaust just to fix it

  • @jmichalakjr
    @jmichalakjr 9 месяцев назад +3

    Was in shock to find out that the JB Exhaust weld actually worked. My 2015 Ford Explorer was ticking from the engine compartment. Many said it was a lifter, but it only made that noise when I accelerated. I did the vacuum cleaner test with soapy water and bubbles were coming up from all over the manifold. I used the same putty in jar as you had. It did not cure all the way after 2 hours and used the heat gun as you suggested.
    IT WORKED!!!!
    Thank you!!!!

  • @joeburrier2273
    @joeburrier2273 2 года назад +6

    I used a leaf blower up the tailpipe and sealed it with some electrical tape.
    Applied some soapy wooder and found my leak!
    $20 and my afternoon got it fixed.
    Thanks. Probably saved me $500.

  • @Brabelfratze
    @Brabelfratze 5 лет назад +33

    Absolute madman
    cutting a hole in his truck's exhaust just to show how to pluck it up
    that's some dedication man, keep up the great work!

  • @carlosedwardos
    @carlosedwardos 5 лет назад +110

    this video perfectly illustrates why you have nearly 4 million subscribers

    • @louf7178
      @louf7178 5 лет назад

      Excellent comment

  • @MrFrankcoughlin
    @MrFrankcoughlin Год назад +10

    Great video--A knowledgeable person who is a great teacher and who can explain how we can fix a problem and save $. (The dealership wanted $340 just to diagnose where the leak was coming from.) I really appreciate this video.

  • @Nicholas1994
    @Nicholas1994 2 года назад +18

    Aw man. Your videos are really motivational. I've just watched a few of them and you make things I would've been too scared to try look really easy (as long as you follow the instructions properly). For those of us who didn't acquire any mechanical knowledge growing up, or frankly even basic DIY skills, these videos are priceless.

  • @thieflack7132
    @thieflack7132 5 лет назад +52

    Dude actually cut his exhaust to prove it actually works dedication

  • @nox_chan
    @nox_chan 5 лет назад +32

    The madman did it! He cut a hole in his own exhaust for us! What a guy!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 лет назад +5

      You know I like to prove my methods!

  • @1800JCful
    @1800JCful Год назад +18

    Wow. Thanks! No one else could explain like you did.

  • @eliphas_catdaddy7982
    @eliphas_catdaddy7982 9 месяцев назад +6

    As always, thank you, not just for the theory but for the confidence. It matters for people who have never done it, because it looks very complicated, but you make it look simpler and understandable.

  • @molly9248
    @molly9248 4 года назад +284

    imagine selling the car on and seeing Chris make this video and think “It’s that easy?!??” heartbreaking stuff 😂

    • @Ryder-Plays
      @Ryder-Plays 3 года назад +4

      Well he bought it for his friend, so in the end everyone still wins.

    • @Smokeyboii707
      @Smokeyboii707 3 года назад +7

      This happened literally today 😂😂 i thought it was a blown head gasket but I was told it was just an exhaust leak

    • @saidhussein2679
      @saidhussein2679 2 года назад

      Hhhhhhhhh I will need some back him making RUclips money the car he sold me hhhhhhh

  • @Deekilledyou
    @Deekilledyou 5 лет назад +95

    That JB weld extreme heat saved my ass a week ago. I bought a car Brooklyn and I need to drive in 20 miles north to my job to work on it but i hadn't registered the car yet and i need to get to work on it asap. The car had a huge crack in the headers so i put that stuff on and left it overnight. Came back the next day it and it works perfectly so slapped on some plates i had, my photoshopped registration and inspection and drove that across the Brooklyn Bridge, up the FDR, thru the Bronx, and up into Connecticut. If that stuff failed then my ass would be in jail now. Now I recommend that stuff to everybody!!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 лет назад +13

      Hahahaha funny story!

    • @xcptt8015
      @xcptt8015 5 лет назад +3

      ChrisFix you inspire me to do what you do your the best

    • @mind.hacker9996
      @mind.hacker9996 5 лет назад

      lmao

    • @92powerdiesel61
      @92powerdiesel61 5 лет назад

      Had the same issue, it works wonders...

  • @kevinshazam4069
    @kevinshazam4069 2 года назад +53

    I really enjoy how he explains everything in detail! I absolutely enjoying watching his videos! Thanks Chris

  • @cyanchild2079
    @cyanchild2079 2 года назад +15

    Not a car person at all, I love the simple down-to-earth instructions. Thank you so much!

  • @azine6679
    @azine6679 5 лет назад +103

    Please never stop making videos this is literally all I watch on RUclips anymore lol

  • @dennyssiagian9613
    @dennyssiagian9613 5 лет назад +611

    There will be the time when ChrisFix teaches us on how to install a turbocharger.

    • @taiga996
      @taiga996 5 лет назад +116

      Someday he'll teach us how to build a car from scratch.

    • @teaganbob
      @teaganbob 5 лет назад +25

      id rather have him show us how to install a supercharger lol

    • @luis4210
      @luis4210 5 лет назад +4

      Tiger he actually did teach us how to make a car into scratch so we’re half way there lol

    • @carolinamama84rr
      @carolinamama84rr 5 лет назад +2

      wouldn't want him to install mine. Probably use jb weld and tape :/

    • @paulwilliams6927
      @paulwilliams6927 5 лет назад +3

      Tiger someday he’ll teach us how to build a scratch from car

  • @austinmay2911
    @austinmay2911 2 года назад +3

    My truck is so loud! I’ve been thinking about fixing it, but was discouraged because I don’t know how to weld and it just seemed like too big of a job. Now I’m running to auto parts store right now 🤣😂 I know where the leak is already so I lm going to try the tape and the metal clamp! ChrisFix is a god send 😍

  • @calebward1339
    @calebward1339 2 года назад +1

    Chris fix is a reliable source

  • @ReluctantCEO
    @ReluctantCEO 5 лет назад +135

    Got to tell you, man. I’ve been a driveway mechanic and builder of racing cars for over 40 years. Your videos are well done, well thought out, produce quality results for those who follow them, and bring out some innovations to boot. Using the vacuum cleaner/blower trick is genius!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 лет назад +13

      Thanks a lot man!!!

    • @zakhara
      @zakhara 5 лет назад +1

      Chris, thanks for the videos! Whats your paypal? :)

    • @prepperjonpnw6482
      @prepperjonpnw6482 5 лет назад +2

      That’s exactly what I was thinking lol. I’ve been repairing my own cars for almost 40 years and that’s the first time I’ve seen the vacuum trick lol
      What’s funny to me is I’ve been doing the reverse of that while wiring buildings for decades and this just never occurred to me lol

    • @MrBilld75
      @MrBilld75 5 лет назад

      I thought that was really unique and cool too. An inventive, economical and totally safe way to do it. I especially liked switching it to suction during the putty application. That's thinking!

    • @brr_e
      @brr_e Год назад

      @@zakhara THAT PERSONAL BRO

  • @slomantm
    @slomantm 5 лет назад +94

    Dat under the car shot tho.... Good job Chris! New video looks amazing. You improve the production value with every video. Love your work.

  • @92JoseR
    @92JoseR 2 года назад +3

    Man I can't thank you enough. A couple weeks ago it was the squeaky belt and your vid helped me find a solution. And now I found three exhaust leaks using your method and I fixed them. Thanks again!

  • @e-fezzy8860
    @e-fezzy8860 Год назад +3

    You ARE The TRUTH!! I've watched a ton of your videos to fix not only my car but others as well. And I'm NO Mechanic!!

    • @Da_GrandiMan
      @Da_GrandiMan Год назад

      ME2,
      Not many cars, of others though.

  • @InSeshion
    @InSeshion 5 лет назад +1470

    Low key wish chris was a surgeon. "Hey its ChrisFix here and today I'm gonna show you how to perform a kidney transplant, now this patient didn't need one but I told him he did so I could prove to you guys they work, ok let's get started, so what you're gonna need is a scalpel..."

    • @michaelhartman3555
      @michaelhartman3555 5 лет назад +60

      and its that simple!(chrisfix)

    • @mtbridingog9083
      @mtbridingog9083 5 лет назад +31

      Sounds exactly like something Chris would say and do ...

    • @jaydoesanything7652
      @jaydoesanything7652 5 лет назад +3

      Sean M Moran I

    • @christophervelazquez6581
      @christophervelazquez6581 5 лет назад +80

      "Now what you're gonna wanna do is take some SOAPY WATER, and just spray it all over the kidney to disinfect it."

    • @dkmodder4405
      @dkmodder4405 5 лет назад +47

      Next we will be using a torque wrench configured at 200 Lb/Ft to make sure that the aorta is nice and tight around that aortic valve. Also we need to attach the battery starter to the brain to jump start the human, or would that be a defibrillator?

  • @budthestud9400
    @budthestud9400 5 лет назад +71

    You know it’s a good day when ChrisFix uploads

    • @mh-60t
      @mh-60t 5 лет назад +1

      true

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 лет назад +6

      Thanks!!! I am glad I can have that affect on your day!

  • @grimmcrow6224
    @grimmcrow6224 Год назад +2

    This is awesome, thank you so much lmao I know nothing about repairs or pretty much anything for that matter when it comes to vehicles, I just bought a cavalier the other month for work, and the exhaust completely broke at the flange while I was driving, started dragging it and it was LOUD. SO embarrassing. Going to cut the flange off and fix it with a pipe, using your methods to make sure all the rust is safe enough from holes

  • @daarchdukefranzferdinand236
    @daarchdukefranzferdinand236 2 года назад +2

    I love you dawg , highest rewatchability of any channel best clear non intimidating instructions ever

  • @loomish
    @loomish 5 лет назад +36

    I don't know shit about cars or mechanics, but i watch every Chrisfix's video, because it's so relaxing and well done!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 лет назад +8

      And I bet after watching this video you could find an exhaust leak and repair it easily!

    • @loomish
      @loomish 5 лет назад +2

      Absolutely! Thanks for sharing your knowledge Chris. You're a gift.

  • @simonbernasconi4170
    @simonbernasconi4170 5 лет назад +25

    No hole, no worries! Loved how you just cut a massive hole in your exhaust to show us how it's done. Thats commitment!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 лет назад +2

      haha thanks Simon!

  • @wootuser
    @wootuser Год назад +2

    The shop Vac? Wow, this is amazing and such an easy test.
    If there's a mechanics hall of fame Chris Fix needs to be mentioned.

  • @MonkeyZeus194
    @MonkeyZeus194 2 года назад +3

    Bruh, I'm just trying to figure out if my idea to put putty and tape on a hole where my manifold connects to my catalytic converter will work so you torch a big ass hole in your exhaust and now I no longer doubt myself. Your channel is a blessing.

  • @nunoresende4980
    @nunoresende4980 5 лет назад +101

    man with videos like that there's no surprise that you have 3.7M subscribers KEEP IT UP CHRIS !

    • @abdulrahimtahir2943
      @abdulrahimtahir2943 5 лет назад

      Nuno Resende he should have 10million subscribers

    • @stillatin
      @stillatin 5 лет назад +1

      He should have way more, I always recommend his videos whenever I see someone with car problems

  • @joshuahumphries7743
    @joshuahumphries7743 5 лет назад +437

    DUDE BOUGHT A FREIND A MUSTANG BRUH IS THE MVP

    • @crisyn3791
      @crisyn3791 4 года назад +1

      @David Sanchez ive done it😂 and im not rich i got a 2001 3.8 camaro they mechanic said engine and tranny were going at the same time....cats were stopped up ,needed a tuneup, couple fiberglass patches and lil bit of paint blending im 250 deep😂

    • @crisyn3791
      @crisyn3791 4 года назад

      @David Sanchez he tried to buy it off them i told them the truth that Id fix it for them nothing wrong with it said already replaced it let me have it for scrap price🙌

    • @adrianamorales818
      @adrianamorales818 4 года назад

      @David Sanchez I was about to say that,except the Obama part lol...normally...it takes so e common sense,ppl do it all the time,I bought,huh ..you bought???I gave u the money,you just got it for me,...well...you know what I mean,lol,yea,except it doesn't sound all that nice when the one who gave the money finds someone takes credit for paying for it,when they didn't,they just made the purchase for you lol...I mean,we could be wrong in this case,but yea...

    • @prince_sach50
      @prince_sach50 4 года назад

      GOAT

    • @jacobpatterson1091
      @jacobpatterson1091 4 года назад

      🤦‍♂️ Jesus why would he want his friend to wreck curvy roads everywhere

  • @barbarahirsch1312
    @barbarahirsch1312 2 года назад +3

    Thanks for these videos, I have a 97 Taurus, just noticed an exhaust leak in the front, no smell, just loud..we will be following these instructions to find the leak. We have followed many of these videos..perfect!

  • @Suspect002
    @Suspect002 Год назад +6

    I got a cheap harbor freight welder and its great for stuff like this. Obviously my welds suck compared to a professional job, but they work, hold and keep the system in check. Plus, you're learning a valuable skill on a part that is relatively easy to fix.

  • @sinan7975
    @sinan7975 5 лет назад +37

    Chris really put a hole in his truck just to have a quality demonstration......wow

    • @VERSE20009
      @VERSE20009 5 лет назад +3

      I have a feeling he did it because he might upgrade his exhaust

    • @BmwMe-uh9sy
      @BmwMe-uh9sy 5 лет назад +1

      CryptoVerse why would anyone upgrade a truck exhaust

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 лет назад +9

      I like showing that what I do actually works rather than just telling you it does.

    • @prowolf5501
      @prowolf5501 5 лет назад +1

      ChrisFix quality content creator right there

  • @vitaminman98
    @vitaminman98 5 лет назад +51

    Can't believe you did it to your truck just to show that the two methods work... Can't think of another genuine RUclipsr (besides you)who really radiates dedication and and is as sincere as you. U deserve every bit of the success you've had since starting the channel and more. For real I don't know you but I can say I'm proud to know someone like you lmao

  • @LuisRodriguez-rt3sk
    @LuisRodriguez-rt3sk Год назад +2

    You’re the man! Helped pin my exhaust leak. Thanks!!

  • @XaviDaKringeKid
    @XaviDaKringeKid Год назад +1

    Tysm, Chris! I've been watching for about three years now, and I've been taking advice from multiple automotive YT Channels, but once I discovered the ChrisFix Channel, well... Its definitely the best out of all. Cars have been my thing since the age of four/five, because my dad had a 1999 Honda Accord EX V6 that was pretty much a death-trap, and was on its way out. He worked on it a lot, and one day I asked him if I could help him when I got older, and he said "Maybe" but that never happened, because in December 2016 he passed away from a brain-tumor, and at the time I was so young, that I had to ask what "Passed away" meant. Once it kicked in I had a different outlook on life, and suffered from depression, which landed me in therapy. So from there-on-out I have been determined to become the best that I can be, because sometimes I feel like I don't want to exist, but I have to remember that I'm doing this for him. Now I'm 13 years-old, with an IQ of 121, and all I want to say is Thank you to (most importantly) my dad, and also all the others that are (or were) in my life.

  • @tigerdurham1096
    @tigerdurham1096 5 лет назад +217

    I can’t believe you cut a hole in your exhaust!! For us!!

    • @ups1dedown
      @ups1dedown 5 лет назад +19

      I bet he upgrades it in the next video.

    • @williamkeenaghan2243
      @williamkeenaghan2243 5 лет назад +2

      Respect ✊🏻👍🏻

    • @regisdrift
      @regisdrift 5 лет назад +9

      I was shocked when I saw him cutting a massive hole on it

    • @crpth1
      @crpth1 4 года назад

      The only bad detail. Is that traditional exhaust holes due to rust. Are NEVER on beautifully straight pipe sections. It's rather on highly twisted sections most times with perpendicular surfaces. :-(
      When a section like this develop a rust hole the rest of the exhaust is long gone into the exhaust heaven. LOL :-)

  • @willyalvaro5493
    @willyalvaro5493 4 года назад +88

    That camera transition when checking under the car tho was lit

  • @jasonclark8040
    @jasonclark8040 3 года назад +2

    Freeking Dope, man! Probably the best, most professional DIY video that I've ever seen! Dude cut a gigantic hole in his exhaust just to help the public fix their problem, freeking-A! Shot well, not too long, straight to the point, very informative, I'm very impressed! Keep up the great work 🤟

  • @staffsaber534
    @staffsaber534 2 года назад +5

    Props to Chris for punching a hole into his perfectly good exhaust just for educational purposes. What a guy.

  • @mattgarcia8909
    @mattgarcia8909 4 года назад +91

    He litterally had the best camera angles so we can see and under stand everything

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  4 года назад +18

      I always do my best to show you guys everything as clearly as possible!

    • @FakeExotic
      @FakeExotic 2 года назад

      @@chrisfix i appreciate it, fam

    • @user-yi1xw8un7c
      @user-yi1xw8un7c 23 дня назад

      I love you!!!

  • @valkyrie_voodoo
    @valkyrie_voodoo 5 лет назад +26

    ChrisFix is the best auto teacher while having great quality videos.
    Change my mind.
    Learned half my auto knowledge from Chris.

    • @thehawk5141
      @thehawk5141 5 лет назад +3

      HillBros. Same. He sparked my interest in fixing my own vehicles. Save me a lot of money too.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 лет назад +3

      I am glad you are not only enjoying the videos but learning a lot from them! That is why I make them!

  • @kayrams1792
    @kayrams1792 11 месяцев назад +1

    This guy is a legend amongst mechanics and RUclipsrs.

  • @MarioGarcia-mv1gj
    @MarioGarcia-mv1gj Год назад +2

    You are great Chris! I enjoy your videos a lot

  • @GoudaFetaExpandDong
    @GoudaFetaExpandDong 5 лет назад +46

    To prove how strong it is, I SAWED THIS EXHAUST IN HALF!
    now that's alotta damage

  • @2001BornAgain
    @2001BornAgain 5 лет назад +760

    The only people disliking this video are mechanics who are hot because people can do the exhaust work themselves now!

    • @alfonz0010
      @alfonz0010 5 лет назад +5

      Yeah all exhaust work is this simple.

    • @becomematrix
      @becomematrix 5 лет назад +6

      Not everyone wants to fix their own car.

    • @woahvibez9988
      @woahvibez9988 5 лет назад +1

      Yeah woh

    • @MrFreeze79
      @MrFreeze79 5 лет назад +11

      trust me, most mechanics don't want those shitty exhaust jobs.

    • @2001BornAgain
      @2001BornAgain 5 лет назад +2

      @@MrFreeze79 If you work at a muffler shop (like Meineke and Midas), and if you want work you will.

  • @trippdean1879
    @trippdean1879 2 года назад +3

    You are THE MAN!
    I've always enjoyed and benefited greatly from your many videos.
    This one was no exception... the creating vacuum while applying the putty was pure genius!
    Many many thanks

  • @Flowshow88
    @Flowshow88 2 года назад +1

    The greatest mechanic on RUclips 👌🏽

  • @gavinrivera9929
    @gavinrivera9929 5 лет назад +24

    I don’t even have an exhaust leak, I just love watching these videos! Great job as always Chris!!!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 лет назад

      Thanks

    • @jasonk1884
      @jasonk1884 5 лет назад +1

      Traxxas Driver Pro 101 lol yeah...makes me wanna destroy my exhaust so i can fix it again😂😂😂

  • @thomasjones4306
    @thomasjones4306 5 лет назад +187

    Wooder...lol never gets old.

  • @alulaleak
    @alulaleak 9 месяцев назад +2

    Vacuuming the air inwards while adding the puddy was a great technique I never thought of or heard in another video

  • @dk609
    @dk609 3 года назад +2

    I love how thorough you are in your videos. It should be called how to fix a car for dummies lol that's how easy your videos are. So simple and love how you put the link of the parts you use.

  • @luisparedes4492
    @luisparedes4492 4 года назад +792

    He depends on his soapy wooder alot

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  4 года назад +244

      It's the most important tool in any garage :p

    • @M364A
      @M364A 4 года назад +4

      Lol Chrisfix

    • @TheRob1024
      @TheRob1024 4 года назад +8

      Soapy wooder lol

    • @MiniDien
      @MiniDien 4 года назад +3

      That's why he make it his own brand :v

    • @kieranrayner5014
      @kieranrayner5014 4 года назад +2

      @@chrisfix you must go through 200 gallons a day

  • @Noah_R1
    @Noah_R1 5 лет назад +36

    You know when someone is confident enough to cut a massive hole into their exhaust just to show you those options work, then those things really work haha. Awesome video Chris! Keep it up and can’t wait til the next one!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 лет назад +3

      Thanks a lot man!

  • @kennethstair3874
    @kennethstair3874 Год назад +3

    Wow... your my hero! I never thought to use my shop vacuum to find an exhaust leak. I learned something!😮

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  Год назад +2

      Glad I could help

    • @Da_GrandiMan
      @Da_GrandiMan Год назад +1

      ME2 !
      Time to put my new 40v cordless, shop vac to work !

  • @keivanabdollahpour8737
    @keivanabdollahpour8737 2 года назад +2

    You are simply a good example of dedication and professionalism

  • @samuelskelton9603
    @samuelskelton9603 5 лет назад +17

    Chris fix you are the best you cut a hole in your trucks exhaust just to show your viewers how to fix it.Thank you for all the great content!!!

  • @lemur2870
    @lemur2870 5 лет назад +20

    I just got accepted for my first job as a trainee/apprentice mechanic an hour ago. 90% of what I know, I've learned through your videos. You are the inspiration for my career. I really hope you can feel good about that :D Much love man, keep it up!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 лет назад +5

      That is awesome!!! Totally made my day! Learn as much as you can and have fun with it! Work on every car like it is your moms car!

    • @lemur2870
      @lemur2870 5 лет назад +1

      I'm glad to hear, as the news about the job made my day! I've worked on the cars of a few friends too, and like you say - treat them like your own (or your mums!). Thanks for all your work again!

  • @gregsteele9002
    @gregsteele9002 3 года назад +1

    Yeeaaaahhh I got the same color red 97 v6 5 spd Mustang from a young doctor with 146,000 for $685. He needed the room in his garage. Handles like a Ferrari, he put all urethane bushings and new hi performance clutch. I did have to replace the pipe from the cat back with a Weld system. Sounds great

  • @AllAmericanGuyExpert
    @AllAmericanGuyExpert 3 года назад +7

    This is an amazing video. I've found leaks on two vehicles and I have used the techniques for repair.
    1. Trailblazer -> manifold leak, fixed for a year with High Temp putty
    2. Super Duty -> leak around valve cover gasket and catalytic converter ... gonna try tape and of course I need a new gasket, but at least I know where they are

  • @nexusofice9135
    @nexusofice9135 4 года назад +438

    You may want to remind people to clean out the vacuum before you reverse flow. LOL

    • @aladinhegic3306
      @aladinhegic3306 3 года назад +61

      Aaa haha turns on the car and couple condoms fly out of muffler

    • @aaronabney8924
      @aaronabney8924 3 года назад +5

      Aladin HAHAHAHAHAHA

    • @27779206
      @27779206 3 года назад +1

      😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡

    • @ubmixinb360
      @ubmixinb360 3 года назад +1

      @@aladinhegic3306 I'm rollin' dying over here......And the Wifey was behind the car when it happened.....lolololol.......Ummm dear,...we don't use Condoms.........Start "Splaining" Desi Arnaz

    • @woo-tip3309
      @woo-tip3309 3 года назад

      @@27779206 ???

  • @lebebop9931
    @lebebop9931 5 лет назад +107

    Cuts a hole in his own exhaust. You sir, are dedicated.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 лет назад +18

      Anything to show you guys that you can fix your car at home and be confident in the repair!

  • @raymonshults2561
    @raymonshults2561 Год назад +1

    Man your vacuum test was just the trick I have been dealing with a rumble for over the last year. I have taken it to 4 different shops and all of them said that's the way it's supposed to sound at speed you could tell that the power was way down and so loud. turns out it was the exhaust manifold flange. Thank you so much

  • @jiskoboutv7460
    @jiskoboutv7460 2 года назад

    This guy is the best .. i realllllly love him for caring about people he doesn't even know .... Thx so Much dear friend

  • @e2-n412
    @e2-n412 5 лет назад +33

    He always sounds so excited and energetic. I don't even have a car but i'm hooked 100%

    • @TheFokusing
      @TheFokusing 5 лет назад

      In his tire shine video he’s not enthusiastic, but that’s the only one I’ve heard his non-enthusiastic voice

  • @mydude2579
    @mydude2579 5 лет назад +194

    Don't have a car, but will be getting my license in March. Have my eyes set on a Honda civic (1990- 2001), but just because I don't have a car or can drive it doesn't mean I can't enjoy great content, that A: Will help me so much. And B: watch Chrisfix, because it's chrisfix

    • @justhavefun2640
      @justhavefun2640 5 лет назад +1

      good choice hhh mine is hyundai accent 2002 very low gas consumption and cheap maintenance .

    • @angelrs_0838
      @angelrs_0838 5 лет назад

      The 2001 Honda Civic has transmision isues

    • @HappyfoxBiz
      @HappyfoxBiz 5 лет назад +1

      I was watching this long before I got my licence or car and it's one of those things that is great if you want to save a lot of money while owning a car

    • @morenas6403
      @morenas6403 5 лет назад

      I had honda civic 1999 vtec, but the biggest problem is rust. It is literally everywhere. I have been driving it for about 2 years, and then I got myself honda accord 2004 2.4 vtec sedan, and it is absolutely amazing car

    • @ZacklFair
      @ZacklFair 5 лет назад +1

      My first car is the Audi A3 from 1997. Cóupes just rule and i love the design of the Audi. And thanks to Chrisfix i already learned some stuff if i ever need to repair something.

  • @Brandonschacher
    @Brandonschacher 10 месяцев назад +1

    Finally A Proper RUclips Technician.

  • @abertamente7089
    @abertamente7089 9 месяцев назад +2

    This guy is incredible!

  • @BabyLiseaDawnC
    @BabyLiseaDawnC 5 лет назад +128

    Chrisfix you are a blessing from Heaven you just bought your friend a car out of nowhere cuz they desperately need a car and you're fixing it for them you are a blessing from heaven

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 лет назад +12

      Thank you! I try to help when I can!

    • @lucasaldrich5949
      @lucasaldrich5949 5 лет назад +3

      Lisea Coe I wish we had more people like him

    • @68camarorsss33
      @68camarorsss33 5 лет назад

      Lisea Coe If your comment were true then he wouldn’t make a video saying how he bought it for a friend...he wouldn’t even address it

    • @AdamSeanAkiz
      @AdamSeanAkiz 5 лет назад

      @@68camarorsss33 68CamaroRS/SS doesn't he address every reason he has a different car though? Like if he got one just to destroy he would say "I bought* this just to destroy it" nothing wrong at all he only casually said it for a brief second

    • @luis4210
      @luis4210 5 лет назад

      68CamaroRS/SS people are very into his videos and follow everything he does, they will ask where the new car came from regardless. He mentioned it in once sentence and never brought it up again during the whole video

  • @darksid007
    @darksid007 3 года назад +340

    Friend: I need a car to commute.
    ChrisFix: here a mustang

    • @Motorsports_3
      @Motorsports_3 3 года назад +15

      I said to commute not kill people
      Jkjk

    • @_playa_
      @_playa_ 3 года назад +2

      @@AlmondBscotch ikr, it's a nice mustang but V-6 and automatic??? Automatic is understandable, but V-6???

    • @royliber3824
      @royliber3824 3 года назад

      If ChrisFix tells me that I can commute in a Mustang, I would listen to him lol

    • @Goodtimes2021
      @Goodtimes2021 2 года назад

      *starts saying putty*

    • @noynayru
      @noynayru 2 года назад

      @@_playa_ i don’t understand the problem.. why u guys freaking out about it being a V6 and automatic??

  • @JoseMartinez-ou4ej
    @JoseMartinez-ou4ej 2 года назад +1

    The best mechanic teacher ever. Thank you Chris. God bless you.

  • @antouab221
    @antouab221 3 года назад +2

    Wow, I am starting to love this channel to the point that I am clicking on all advertisements in the video to help out Chris a little. He prepares the whole set and all needed items/tools for the repair work like a surgeon does before a surgery. I am now looking for a video that shows now to change a whole muffler on my cr-v 1997, but can't find one anywhere.

  • @memeboi1265
    @memeboi1265 5 лет назад +420

    Chrisfix~ “as you can see there are no leaks”
    *Phil Swift left the chat*

  • @jay694ever
    @jay694ever 4 года назад +64

    Cutting a hole in a perfectly good exhaust just to prove a method works.... This man is amazing.

  • @issacf4416
    @issacf4416 2 года назад +1

    Dude will someday win some kind of DIY award for his thoroughness and top-notch production.

  • @sofyane4428
    @sofyane4428 8 месяцев назад +2

    I just discovered your chanel Chris. The best video I have seen so far. Very well explained, straight to the point, great angle views, very easy to understand and mostly, very professional.
    Great work Chris.

  • @DodgyBadboy
    @DodgyBadboy 5 лет назад +23

    Your enthusiasm is infectious someday ill buy a car and repair it myself

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 лет назад +3

      Awesome! That’s the goal!

  • @luk4280
    @luk4280 5 лет назад +46

    He just destroyd his exhaust for us. Youre the best.

    • @dwolf97
      @dwolf97 5 лет назад

      Lukas Jacobs I’m pretty sure I remember a video where he painted his exhaust on his truck black so I think he swapped out his exhaust pipe to cut a hole into this one and swap it back right afterwards

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 лет назад +2

      I like to prove stuff works so this is the best way I could think of!

    • @TJ-qz6hr
      @TJ-qz6hr 5 лет назад

      That ban clamp will outlast the rest of the exhaust. The only way to make that better is to use red high temp silicone under that clamp, it will never leak.

    • @wholeNwon
      @wholeNwon 5 лет назад

      Not destroyed at all.

  • @scottbatey5934
    @scottbatey5934 11 месяцев назад +2

    Just stumbled upon this video and I'm hooked! I really like this guy's teaching style and the energy he puts into it. Subscribing!