Hi Ray. I'm a 62 yr. old lady. I do my best to take care of my older used vehicles, but some things, I just can't do. And it drives my crazy. No one ever taught me how to change a belt or replace plugs or wires, etc. I can change oil, filters, door handles and little stuff like that. But nothing really complex like this. I so admire what good mechanics can do. I love puzzles so trying to diagnose mechanical problems like this really fascinates me. Even though I don't understand all of it, I'm trying to learn. If there was a mechanic, who allowed me to learn some of this stuff, and I could pay for it with cleaning the shop or stuff like that, I would do it in a heartbeat. Mechanics and people who know how to put things together or repair stuff rule the world. I totally respect what you do and wish I could do it too. Thanks!
carol - Perhaps a local Adult Ed class. At 76, I am a good backyard mechanic. I work in an auto parts store. Never wanted to be a real mechanic because of ... PEOPLE. Ray makes an EXCELLENT video with explanations, humor, etc. Also Chris Fix does lots of basic classes. AND good camera, sound, editing, light, scripting, etc.
It is probably best to pursue an adult education course. It is an insurance risk having a non-employee in the shop area, so I doubt that a mechanic would take you up on your offer unless you can convince them to hire you.
Viewer from the other side of the planet here. Don't ever pay attention to the stupid angry haters. You do this for a living and and you show your work in real time. You're not editing out your mistakes that would be easy in the clear light og hindsight. I'm a *mechanic*, but would be of little value to your shop as I'm too slow. I really like your videos and have never given a negative comment to a RUclips movie, just moved on to a better one! Keep yours coming!
Don't let the disrespect of a few outshine the respect of the many. I view these videos because it's the only place where first thing n the morning, someone tells me to, "Don't forget to have yourself, a great day . . ." So right back at you, Ray . . .
I really enjoy Ray's videos. I am not a hater and I'm not nasty to folks on here. I love watching auto repair stuff and try to do as much as I can with my vehicles. Technology and a stroke have put a stop to some of my efforts. When I was a child I was always underfoot when my dad was working on our family car. My favorite job was greasing wheel bearings. My mother just loved that of course. My dad was always patient with me. OK, and don't get mad because I offer this very respectfully. I know it would be somewhat difficult (not impossible) but I would like to see Ray answer a very good question that a viewer poses every now and then. No hate here. Just an observation.
I knew absolute jack about cars watched ray walk us through everything he did next thing u know got my first car a problematic one saab 9-3 2003 and a husky tool set i was able to diagnose a missfire rich air fuel and now shes inspected for all year
dude you’re a rock star, ignore the trolls. i’m a diy guy and i admire you guys who really know what you’re doing every day. the haters probably can’t even change their own oil. you’re making awesome content keep it up sir.
I'm probably one of the few women subscribers here. I like watching your videos, you have a way of talking that's easy to follow, humorous at times, and educational. I'm 70 years old, grew up with 2 mechanic brothers, so I'm comfortable around cars and car parts. Keep doing what you're doing. There's a reason you have the number of subscribers you do.
I'm a woman too and grew up with brothers who worked on cars.. Can change a tire or oil change and llovve watching ray work on cars. Terrific guy. Don't let those people out there try to tear you down.. It's easy to tear someone down on the internet, won't have the b**lsd to say it in person..
Ray, Im a TV executive. I work with A list talent and writers creating content. Yet in the morning I drink coffee watching you play with your wobbly bits. I have no idea what you’re doing half the time but I enjoy watching you do it. F the haters.
Hey Ray, one of very important lessons that I’ve learned about life as I turn 70 is to just ignore the morons who criticize you. Don’t give them a second of your time as they aren’t worth it. Move on to someone who respects what you do and all of the effort that you put into the making of your wonderfully informative videos. If you find that you must respond in some way, the middle finger salute emoji would be appropriate in my opinion. I want to thank you Ray for sharing your knowledge with me and all of your other 300k+ appreciative viewers.
Hi from Australia Ray. Someone once told me something that has helped me greatly. "You need to remember that other people's opinions are none of your business." It's 100% true. You are the KING of your story. You give the rest of us a lot of education about car repairs, aaaaaaaand about Gravity. There will always be haters, especially when you're doing a great job. Keep up the good work.
11:25 Dude, you are one of few people that I would actually trust to work on any of my engines. You are thorough, conscientious, and you know your stuff.
Totally agree. There are a lot of woke pussies out there who would piss in their pants if they actually stood toe to toe with a real human in person not on social media while saying those things.
@@markgelinas8114 That's why Ray is paid to follow up on someone else's work, to find out why the catastrophe happened and perhaps prevent it happening again.
I got the confidence to replace the oil and filter in my car by myself for the first time because of you and your videos. It probably sounds dumb, but it means a lot to me and I hope it means something to you too. Keep on trucking dude.
It doesn't sound dumb at all; you rock! You should be proud of stepping up and doing for your self with out being afraid getting your hands dirty. BTW, don't get down on yourself when (not if) you make mistakes; the money you pay to fix your mistakes and the time it takes to redo it right is just real world tuition.
Basic maintenance is easy to do and you save a bundle by doing so. If in trouble a lot on RUclips already exist to help almost in all cases. Well done.
Ray take no prisoners ..you are doing a fantistic job .I am 76 and still learning form these good vidios of yours ...so for just one that complains 99% of us are very happy with your work .
I put myself through college working as a technician for a Lincoln Mercury dealership. After finishing school I worked as a service advisor for Honda dealership until being promoted to Service Manager. Worked 17 years as a Service Manager. Managing one Honda service department that employed over 40 technicians, open 24 hrs, 7 days a week. Have been watching your channel for a while now and you are one of the best line technicians I have ever seen. The fact that you are pretty darn entertaining is just a bonus. Thank you for the videos.
99.9% of us.. Me included are watching your videos for learn from a professional mechanic. Or technician.. Glad you share your knowledge with us trought this platform.. Thanks again.. And forget about haters
I am a machinist by trade. I have seen several engines break cams . These cams run in the cam bore without any bearing inserts. Oiling problems will lock cam rotation and break camshafts..... they are cast steel which is very weak. On race engines we use billet steel cams and crankshafts. A warped head can cause cam problems because it puts strain on the cam journals. We would machine cam caps to reduce bore diameter then align bore cam holes back to size. When you torque down a warped head you distort the bore holes where your cam shaft rides. It will bind the camshaft from rotating freely ....causing bore wear..... breakage.... or complete lock up of cam in bearing caps. Aluminum heads with overhead cams are prone to cam bore hole misalignment. Aluminum heads warped over .020 should be bolted to a solid steel block plate and placed in a oven to help releive the excess warpage. This keeps you from having to mill excess amounts from your cylinder head and distorting your cam bore alignment. Some engines are more prone to cam bore misalignment than others. I have been a machinst for over 40 years and have metalogry experience. I have manufactured F-15, F16 fighter jets parts for the govermnent.
Don’t let the haters bother you. You’re an expert mechanic and brave enough to record and publish your work for the world to see… for free.. thanks for all that you do!
Hi Ray, I am an ex mechanic from the UK. (last worked professionally on cars in the late eighties). Absolutely love watching your videos . you are funny, entertaining, and above all Honest and professional. A breath of fresh air. Brings back some happy memories of working with guys like you back in the day. any of the new starters lucky enough to have you train them will have the best chance they could wish for. just disregard the haters Ray, Your happy customers are all the proof you need that you are fantastic.
I totally agree with every sentiment. Maybe as I'm also an ex mechanic from the uk. Who last worked professionally on cars in the late 80's ( Austin Rover then Toyota) .. I do get to work on all my friends family colleagues and neighbours cars though being an ex mechanic they all assume I can fix modern stuff ! I normally have to look it all up on You tube . I love watching Ray and I have learned a lot . Peace and love fellow ex mech' and thank you Ray. Haters =Delete button .✌💚
Rainman, forget the nay sayers. The majority of your viewers, like me, love what you do. I'm 72 years old and no longer work on my own vehicles. But I enjoy the hell out of watching you do what you do. And we also learn a few things about newer cars that wasn't under the hood back when we were. So keep M coming Ray, you got thousands out here like me that need our Rainman fix every day.
Watching your videos has taught me that the folks who design these things aren't as smart as they think they are and they'd be a lot smarter if they spent a year in the shop fixing their screwups. Please keep reminding them.
I'm a shade tree mechanic, mainly work on my own stuff. I really appreciate you talking through your troubleshooting as I've learned quite a bit from it.
Shade tree? Pussy. Ima gravel driveway with a full sized ram on wobbly jackstands as I attempt to use a 3/4” drive for everything INCLUDING the lug nuts…. Nut up king! You got this my homey 😎
There are reasons we watch your videos ray! Even the haters! I love not only the fact you find the damage but find the cause also. No need to fix the damage if you don’t fix the reason for the damage. Keep your head high knowing you have the drive to continue putting content out for us to watch. Can’t wait to see what the day brings tomorrow!
The main thing I'd like to say is that you have been consistently an honest, humorous, hard working, genuinely NICE guy as well as damn good diagnostitian. There has NEVER been a reason for personal attacks against you. Sorry they got personal. We love you! ❤️
As a diesel mechanic myself, whenever I have a vehicle come to me with a problem, the first question I ask is - Who worked on it last and what work did they do. Failures like this are a rarity. In saying that, with the cam drive being removed no so long ago, I would be inclined to say that maybe the bolt was overtorqued whilst holding the cam, the mid point between the bolt and the hex on the cam is where it broke. Or it got fatigued when cracking off the bolt for the cam drive when holding the hex on the cam. As the motor operates clockwise, trying to hold the cam and tighten the bolt puts load on the cam in the opposite direction of normal rotation possibly causing a fatigue crack to appear. With a large part of the cam not supported towards the front, it got a twist and the weakest link broke. My best educated guess. Love your content Ray, chin up bro. You are in the top 5% of mechanics out there, don't let fools ruin your day. Peace out from down under 👌🇦🇺
I've never liked torquing the bolt by using the hex on the cam. I've always used a cam sprocket spanner (Mac Tool) to hold while torquing. On most engines I've done I have no reason to remove the valve covers since getting this tool.
I've also noticed another thing that I'm not too sure if anyone else noticed, pay close attention to the right cam drive lip, the cam drive is installed the wrong way, that lip should also be preventing from the belt to be sliding off, that lip is on the inside, it's supposed to be on the outside. as for the left cam drive, the lip is on the outside of the cam drive and the belt isn't half way off.
@@03_protege_il I believe that is done intentionally to keep the belt running straight, one drive stops it from slipping into the head and one stops the belt from slipping away from the head. As the belt is moving quite fast when the engine is running it self corrects pretty quick and runs true. The reason it slipped off the r/h cam drive was because the camshaft snapped and was all floppity in the head.
I am absolutely not a mechanic, I can confidently say I am not even mechanically minded, I just love watching these videos. I mean I did used to change my own brakes and do a service on my cars a long time ago, but these days I am content to hand my car to a mechanic. I think your videos are bloody brilliant and you are a genius. The fact that you can 'recognise' and engine AND what work you did on it blew my mind to be honest....I hank you for your very entertaining and professional work and for sharing it with us.
Ray, you and many of us who follow you, are what sometimes seems like a dying breed of men and women who are good at fixing things… all sorts of things.. solving problems instead of creating them… synthesizers of solutions. It’s literally art but you can’t hang it on the wall so it largely goes unappreciated. Keep at it. The quality people love you.
That was a very nice thing to write to Ray. I don't understand what purpose the commentators had in mind since what he does doesn't effect those apparent assholes in the slightest.
I agree with u 100% there are so many people that hide behind there computers running people down trying to make themselves feel better. Keep up the great info with your content mate .
I've been a maint tech for about 8months and I'm halfway through an automotive technician degree. I've invested everything I have to get into this industry(albeit I don't have much) you have helped me as much if not more than half of the 4k dollar degree I'm working towards.(remember only halfway done :) I know it's unlikely you'll see this but if you do. Love what you do man and keep on turning out good work. Much love from Texas
Smart people learn from the best, As a daily Diesel tech I personally love watching other techs like this including South Main Auto ERIC and a few others All Great Technician's some of the best Content available 😎👍.
Your haters are not worth getting heated about. They’re arm chair mechanics. You’re the real deal. I watch a handful of quality mechanics on yt and you’re one of them. Keep up the great job.
Ray, ignore the trolls and keep doing what you're doing. Seems there will always be haters that feed on their need for self-attention. I have seen broken camshafts before, most attributed to manufacturing defects with the original castings. Also seen prematurely 'rounded' lobes. Was hoping that you might have been able to use your borescope to take a look at the top of the pistons for evidence of valve-piston collisions and maybe get a glimpse at the valve seat. This might help determine the health of the lower end of the engine, e.g. rebuild the top-end or pull the engine for a complete rebuild/replacement. Looking forward to see what the customer decides to do. Keep smiling, as there are more 'good' folks out there than there are trolls. Don't fall prey to the haters and lose focus on what matters. Take care,
@@PJBonoVox the problem with that is you're just giving them what they want, attention. Their mommas never hugged them or something. So they take it out in a forum where they know they won't have any reasonable repercussions to their jackassery. Ignoring and removing them from your life when you can is best.
I had a 1972 Impala that I got when I was a teenager, the previous owner changed the oil on it twice in the 70k miles he put on it. Yes, twice. The cam had 3 lobes that were worn so perfectly round, they looked like bearing journals. Those rocker arms did not move at all when the engine was running. Chevrolet L65 350 engine.
@@randomschmo5778 The problem is, they're like roaches. You zap one, 4 come running in to take its place. Too much time spent swatting flies I'm quite afraid.
Shaft theory, over torque breaks are usually cone shaped on a shaft, fatigue breaks are usually clean. The bearing was badly worn on the belt end allowing the belt to pull down on the cam shaft. The cam shaft carried a greater and greater load and fatigue failed with the bending moment. Notice the break was right at the next bearing taking the bending moment on the shaft. Clean break at the point of repetitive stress. Each revolution stresses the metal until it finds a weak point.
Well said, Superchief. Something was going on with the second bearing (just behind the first lobe), though. A lot of the damage to the first bearing was done after the break, but the rest of the shaft stopped rotating, so the second bearing was already bad. Maybe it was allowing the excursion?
@@jamesanderson2176 Second bearing might be bits from the broken shaft, fracturing off just before it snapped. Or any of a few dozen other things. Another: we may never know for sure.
Remember, while you are busy working while simultaneously editing and uploading videos daily, those haters aren't doing anything or going anywhere in life. You on the other hand, are the opposite. We all appreciate the many hours you put into your channel and video uploads, Especially while you are working at your career and not holding anything back or trying to be something or somebody other than yourself. The content you share with the world here enriches and betters society, and is such a fresh breath compared to everything else going on in the world. Thank you for doing so much voluntarily, that makes the internet and RUclips a much better place than it would be without you, and some of the other RUclipsrs currently active also.
I used to be a mechanic instructor, hat off to your video. I can't even do it with the camera in one hand talking about doing a commentary all at once. You rock, Ray..! Thank you.
Ray, after reading all of these comments it's hard to believe anyone would say anything negative. You are doing a great job and an internet sensation. The only negative thing I could say about your videos is that with your experience you make everything look so easy If I tried a tenth of the jobs shown I would surely F something up.
@@joeconnolly4353 Newer ones, you may be right but older ones went either way. Stupid mistake though on my part, I'd done it many times before, I just got in a hurry. PS looked newer ones up, most could still be installed backwards. I also installed oil rings on pistons upside down. Once!
Ray. I was a mechanic in England for 30 years but your skills and dedication are excellent. Whatever they're paying you isn't enough. Thank you for your work.
For the people that love your content including myself we love you and thank you for what you do as a mechanic and a human being. Keep on keeping on. Cant wait for all the upcoming content and dont forget to have a great day...
Well I for one just love your videos. I’m getting older, so I don’t work on cars as much as I used to but I so enjoy watching you figure out what is wrong and fixing it. Keep up the good work I can’t imagine why anybody would have any problem with your videos.
Don’t let people like that get too you or give them the gratification of knowing they upset you. You have so many subscribers like myself that appreciate your work and your content, you truly rock :-)
You're a credit to our trade. I wish I had more co-workers like you. Working with stupid, negative people is one reason why I no longer work in a shop. I like your style, and appreciate what you do Ray. Keep up the good work and keep those videos coming 👍
Im 67 used to do EVERYTHING on my 50/70s cars then computers and injection happened.that scared me away ..but watching your vids gave me the confidence to dive back in. Just completed replacing a thermostat housing 2006 Audi A 4 . Vids such as yours are fantastic aids. SO THANK YOU.
I had a shop for 40 years and I've seen a camshaft break like that only a few times, twice on Volkswagens and a few Toyota s all on the ones I dealt with were oil related problems were the cam froze up in the head and it snapped in half. People change your oil and use a quality oil. Good video thanks for taking the time to educate people and other mechanics, your a good man.
I've been a vehicle tech for over 30 years and love watching your vids. You obviously have the skills and experience like all of us who have been doing this a long time. Unfortunately there are some people who take pride in being disgusting to others. Keep up the vids.
People can be cruel. Like I mentioned once, wish there were more Auto Techs like you who cared about the honesty and work they do. Thanks for the work you do.👍🏼
It’s pretty clear and obvious that anyone making negative comments have never twisted their own wrenches! Pedal to the metal Ray Ray! All of the folks who really matter enjoy learning from you. Soldier on brother!
Keep doing the videos please and vent it’s what we mechanics do. I was a mechanic for a ford dealership for yrs until I retired and I love these videos and it keeps me up to date and you have shown this old dawg some new tricks and tips so screw those others that got there tips from a Haynes book at AutoZone and never did an honest days work and still live in mama’s basement
i am a mechanic and an engine builder what you have done in this video is exactly what i would of done, well done and respect for your worrkmanship . i have been working on all different types ofengines for 45 years and i know that you do know what you are doing .like your videos. i am from the UK
He's wishy washy on his diagnosis. First he stated that it wasn't anything a previous mechanic did . Then he says after that that it was the cause of the reinstallation of the timing gear which only happens during a timing belt job. So yes, I disagree with his diagnosis. The previous mechanic owes this customer big time. The evidence is there. They also can't use the excuse of the vehicle having a ton of milage and the aging of the parts, bolts and vehicle excetra. That is irrelevant because they put their hands and tools inside that engine and they charged for it. They ruined their engine. And knowingly too. They did a rush job on this vehicle to get paid quickly because it was a big job and a big pay day. They screwed this person out of their vehicle. That timing belt was in not so good shape. Lots of shrap metal inside timing area. Belt fraid, bent gear, timing belt half way off the gear. It's the previous mechanics fault no doubt about it. Period. If I were the customer I'd demand a full refund and for them to pay fully for the repairs on my vehicle. If none of that takes place then it's court time. Plain and simple. We the consumer pay through the nose to these mechanics to do a job and this is what we get a lot of times. This is for you to come back only for them to get you to pay again. Like your a sucker. And for them to deny any wrong doing. This is so you feel volnorable to get your car back into their shop for a big pay day again. We're sick and tired of people like this and these shops not taking responsibility for their actions. Now? I just go do it myself cuz I'm the only one I can truly trust. A lot cheaper too. If the shops can't do the work properly we should do like every other place does. Lower their pay significantly until they can show true workmanship and loyalty to their customers and not their wallets. Basically I call this theft by diception. Because a customer doesn't know, you have here a preditory mechanic who didn't care about the customer or the shop he worked at there for loosing the trust and integrity of the mechanics industry just like we lost trust in the car dealers sales department industry. All I can say is, buyer be ware. Another thing I want to bring up is that Chilton labor manual that most shops uses some use a different labor program to rip us all off. If a job takes 3 hours to do and they charge you more than the three hours it should be considered theft. And something should be done about it. Mechanics can do a three hour job in one hour. Therefore you should only pay for one hours work. Your car may be ready but the mechanic keeps the work order and doesn't punch the time on the ticket when he's done. He holds the ticket until the three hours is up then he punches the ticket sometimes running the ticket over the three hours. After which then he turns it into the service writer. That's theft right there. They'll charge you for it too. A ten minute job will cost us one hour. Now, I get that some mechanics went through vigorous schooling and training and seminars. Those are your upscale car dealers mechanics the very best of them. And some of them are in training so that's why you have a master technician on site to over see what the others are doing wrong when there is a complaint. But, the same goes there too. They hold your work order to charge you the full if not more time than it took them to do the job. Some mechanics and technicians make 6 figures a year pulling this crap and we pay for this. I understand about experience and knowledge but honesty and integrity must always be first. The money's will come if they have those two traits first. But theft and greed come first now a days.
How can you blame this on the prior mechanic? What evidence is there that this was a result of their work? You are every mechanics worst nightmare as people like you put the blame on the mechanic right away for something they have no control over. As for paying 3 hours for a job that took one hour, that;s called flat rate. Do you have any idea why that mechanic gets paid 3 hours when it took him 1 hour to do it? It's called experience and skill that allows him to get it done in less amount of time. That same job may take someone else 4 hours to do...would you want to pay that person 4 hours for a 3 hour job?
As someone who's been a multi vehicle tech(HGV,LGV,car,van etc) for 38 years now over the pond 🇬🇧😁 I found you on here after the collaboration with Eric from I do cars, I've watched several videos and found them informative and entertaining 👍 We all have our different ways and methods to get things done and what works for you might rub some one up the wrong way but hey that's their problem haters will hate 😔 keep doing what you're doing mate as far as I concerned I can't see anything wrong 👍 keep up the good work cheers Matt N
Though I rarely do automotive repair work any longer, I find your videos immensely entertaining. Your wealth of knowledge proves to me that you would have made an excellent physician had you chosen that field. Thanks for providing these videos, this old hand had learned a lot about "modern" cars.
I learn alot from watching your channel, diagnostics to repair. I appreciate your professionalism, humor and backstories. You're an awesome tech and never let the trolls win.
I'm 2 years into the trade, working for a small local shop. Your videos along with some other RUclipsrs are a big inspiration and a place for me to look to for advice and technique!
do what you,,think is right,,not your employer,,theres employers that appreciate good techs,of any trade..hell,i build houses,,some trades i wouldnt let build a dog kennel..be tru to your self, do your best, learn all you can..of any,,subject you come across, even digging a hole,,theres a right & wrong way..
best way to learn is watch and listen to us old timers that have been doing it for many many years .. ask for advice we will help . the diffrence between a tech and a mechanic . is a tech will just throw new parts in while a mechanic can listen to an engine and know what needs to be fixed and fix it .. good luck
Jeez Marie! Forgot how stressed and tired you sounded back in the 'doodly doo' days! Just watched this (Feb '24) and even on a bad day in the new shop, you don't sound anywhere near this exhausted. I am so glad for you going out on your own and building an amazing community! Good job.
Excellent diagnostic video. Amazing break on the cam shaft.... Looks like the breaks that some knives/swords get on Forged in Fire. As for the haters; JUST IGNORE THEM. You (Ray) are the man. You WORK for a living doing this mechanic stuff to cars/trucks. YOU KNOW YOUR STUFF !!! Thanks again for the videos. I always learn something about the inside of a vehicle.
Every time I watch your videos, I wish you were working a shop near me. You would be the ONLY mech I would let touch my cars. Being a mechanic is a sorely lost art. I do all the work myself because I have nothing but issues or pay insane prices every time I take my car in. Thanks for all you do! You are an honest man doing great work!
I'm retired from the military and one of the first things upon reporting to a new duty station was to find a good mechanic. One who took pride in their work and didn't cut corners or rip you off. It was often difficult and like you, I would have loved to find a Ray at each stop.
I appreciate what you do Ray! You have given me the confidence to make some pretty extensive repairs. Your skills and ethical workmanship are a credit to the profession! I am an aircraft mechanic for 35 years and fully appreciate your efforts. Keep up the good work my friend. Let not your heart be troubled.
Anyone willing to let others learn from their work is doing a great thing. Keep it up!!! I personally enjoy your videos and use them to help teach some new people on the ways of doing some jobs
Hey Ray, I religiously watch your episodes when I get home from work. I’ve always worked on my own trucks and dirt bikes since I was 16, doing mostly basic repairs/maintenance. Watching your videos has inspired me to tackle much more complex repairs on my truck. After watching an episode usually motivates me to tackle some project on my truck. I really appreciate your candid approach. I don’t usually post on RUclips videos, as I watch on my tv, but hearing how the haters had you a little mentally perturbed, really bothered me. You seem like a really authentic and genuine nice and caring person and it’s really disheartening to think some jerks on the internet had to lash out and try to hurt another human who is just producing content for all to enjoy. Anyways, easier said than done, but try not to let them get you down. I know a lot of us really appreciate the hard work you put in to give us a glimpse into your world.
Ray, you just keep on making free content for those of us who love to watch your rainman ways at work, and ignore the haters. Every video I have seen you in on here youre always in a good mood, and you even admit fault and mistakes as they happen, despite being able to just edit it away. Haters can get bent, Ray is forever!
People have changed since I was young. I’m 71 and from Texas. I think most of the people who disrespect you have never worked on a car. I respect the ones who make their living working with their hands. Thanks for your channell
I enjoy your videos and have developed a HUGE respect for the knowledge, skills and work ethic you demonstrate. Your comments about the disrespect shown by SOME viewers are spot on. Whether it's driving or viewing videos, I have noted that many people remove all "filters" on what they say and do. The Golden Rule has been replaced with the "Selfie" mentality. Hang in there; you are doing a great service.
Ray, I’m not a mechanic and never will be. But I watch your videos. I appreciate your honesty and integrity. My dad was a Chevy dealer 30+ years and only kept folks like you. He hired a lot of people, and I saw more than one get literally run out of his shop for being “less than honest”. He would have kept you. That says a lot. Keep it up and please don’t let the jerks get to you.
I'm from the UK so we don't see the sort of engines you get- vast majority of engines over here are 2l or less almost all with turbos. I really enjoy your commentary and honesty which is most refreshing. And yes, many people hide behind their keyboards but most people want for you to be as they are. Keep up the good work.
13:35 'You're not in this situation...' I could not agree more Ray- You keep doing the work you do! Love the vids and the amount I've learned just from watching these is insane.
I've learned a ton watching your vids Ray. Watching them also gives me more and more respect for what mechanics do to keep our cars running. Thanks for taking the time to show us your world and don't let them get you down. One thing I wonder is how you keep track of what screw goes where after you tear apart half the car to get to something.
I love the low key venting! I continue to learn that we get to choose which voices we listen to. That also means we get to choose which voices we ignore. Those who have all the answers and have nothing left to learn need to keep their opinions to themselves. I learn a lot watching you teach (and even learn) as you work.
I used to work on cars in my younger days, so I can appreciate that sometimes its not too easy to spot the problem, you just have to keep following the clues and analysing the feedback from the engine. I can see you do that very well and would be happy for you to work on my car any time, your videos are honest and entertaining, just don't let any incompetent and jelous idiot tell you any different.
Hey Ray. Problem solving requires flexibility and insight. Blind adherence to to random protocols shows a lack of understanding. Keep doing what your doing. You’re awesome as usual.
Awesome work...I'm nearly 70 yo, Aussie and been a mech since I was 18 (started my apprenticeship at 14) and have only ever seen one broken cam and that was because some one had put an alloy cam gear meshed with a steel crank gear (in the days before cam belts lol) looking at this I think you hit the nail on the head....belt prolly jumped a tooth and there you go....oh as far as those negative dipstick...don't let they're sad lonely live butt into yours...have a good one mate.
Hay I'm new to your videos. Seen 7 so far and out of all the tv shows out there and video makers. I honestly prefer hour way of keeping things real. No B.S. and sometimes people who feel they need to put their 2 cents in show you why THEY are. Like a battery. You have negative and possitive. Best to ignore a woman yelling at her child. Eg. Keep up the great work and I'm learning to not try to fix things myself sometimes lol.
Its fascinating to me that a belt could jump a tooth and the carnage that happens afterward. I always heard timing chains on engines are better than belts, and this really brings to light why that is. Thank you for the comment. I learned a lot from you.
Awesome find, I've never seen anything like that before. The force to snap that clean off had to be massive. I've seen warped cams even cam phasers explode but never a break like that. I wouldn't let what people say get to you. I found most of the time when someone is putting someone down its because they don't feel good about them selfs. Its crazy how are minds work. Someone can get 1000s of compliments but the 10 negative ones get the most attention. I learned along time ago how to look at negative remarks. First does it actually hold weight and if so how can I improve myself and then look at the comment as a blessing. If its a lie then most likely the other person isn't happy with them self so they put people down so they look better.
I think the last bearing either was worn, or wasn't concentric with the other bearings. That would cause the camshaft to flex every time it rotated, which could easily cause a fatigue failure.
unfortunately you don't have a filter on comments, one coming from a master mechanic should be seriously considered but one from a gum chewing idiot shouldn't be of concern.
@@lovetolearn5253 Oh, very simple, we agreed and he accepted money he was gonna be the 2nd driver to get my other car from a Point A to Point B. Got the money.. all of a sudden, unavailable and excuses. Total POS. I reached out many times.. I think the ship has sailed on him paying me back but my CashApp is the same as what I sent to him on. Dude runs game. I reached my lifelong limit of bullshit so nobody can shut me up. Some total fiction on his channel too, maybe small amounts of easy to film stuff...
Just wanted to let you know how much I enjoy watching you in your craft. I'm learning something new every day. Makes me appreciate talented and honest mechanics more and more. Thanks
Had something very similar happen, also on a high mileage engine. Looked like the cam bearing lost oil pressure, probably a clogged port, welded itself together and snapped the cam in two. It was a 4 cyl engine and it still ran fine on 3 cyls. Actually when I pulled the cap off, the cam came with it. The car had 300k+ miles so I just replaced the engine and drove it another 300k miles. As far as the "haters". The best thing to do is ignore them. Treat em like your 2 year old when they pout and throw a tantrum when they can't have their way. When you react to them it just gives them purpose and embolds them to continue.
I've been wrenching since the 1960's. You do a good job for your customer and own your work be it good or bad. I sometime disagree with your methods and procedures but not often. Shocker: I've learned a few things from you about the newer cars I don't have a lot of experience with. Keep on being you and thanks for the great content.
Keep doing what you're doing. Even venting. Just ignore the idiots and let them continue to mooch the free knowledge you choose to give us. I personally appreciate the videos and enjoy watching and listening to your journey!
Whenever I see a hater online, I always assume it's a 12 year old kid. I found it harder to be upset by 12 year olds (even if some are biologically older than that, that changes nothing).
As an motor technician, now well retired, I remember getting crankshafts like this. It is highly likely to be a crystalline fracture which is manufacturing fault. They are usually caused by a fault in the heat treating process which is highly complicated. Rarely occurs.
@@friendlyhonda3187 That's not particularly high miles. Most of the trucks I sell are in that 200 to 250 range and still have years left in them. Of course those are all LS engines, but a 'yota V6 will usually last about as long with good care. 350k is usually around when things start to come from together.
I was going to suggest the same, after 200k worth of heat cycling it finally became brittle enough to give. And if the timing belt was just switched that added bit of tension could've pushed it over the edge. I have a 240k 1mz in my Lexus and It's a pretty decent engine if you actually keep up with maintenance. But they will absolutely grenade in spectacular fashion if abused enough.
Ray- I live in the UK, I love the videos you put out- in I wish more garages did videos like you, not only to show the customers, but also for the learning that it offers. Ignore the haters, the rest of us love the content!
Just stumbled across this video. I was hanging out watching you work when you called out the ugly people. That right there was enough for me to hit that subscribe button. That and you're a dang good mechanic. I don't have much faith left in people either. But it seems I found at least one more decent human out there in this crazy world. Keep up the great work! I just learned something new today.
I'm not mechanical at all and I watch you do what you do all the time and I see the logic and the difficult times but what you do is still majic in my opinion. I'm amazed at your ability to deduce and diagnose the these problems. I can see expierience is a big part of the trick.Thank you for putting all of your work out there. I don't know many people that would have the balls to video tape themselves doing their job every day. Also thanks for being an honest mechanic. I fear those are becoming harder to find.
Hi Ray, I’m no mechanic but just a car guy, love all that you do, from your content, sense of humour and everything in between. Keep up the great content and all the best from everyone in Australia and as always “have a great day” 🇦🇺 🇺🇸
im UK, I live in thaialnd now - I love the main dist shops here they let you right under the car and there is very little HSE or "you cant see what we are doing-gedd out" generally a totally differnt envirnment than UK, but having a Thai wife to interpret helps but they do respect engineers (I'm sparks not too much mech just enough to know what to ask for)
My theory would be: The guy who made the timing belt job didn't used a camshaft sprocket holding tool while tightening the sprocket. Instead, he held the camshaft itself with an open end wrench (on the same spot you used to rotate the camshaft) while tightening the bolt. This introduced stress cracks, which then, combined with the load from the tensioned timing belt eventually lead to the shearing of the camshaft in this particular area. Greetings from germany! :)
right on the money.. ... i was one of the turds that perform the exact action on a Camry with the same engine to which lead to same result on bank 1. having the tool or holding the sprocket is the only way
@@FEETLE Yes, and the slight bend in the cracked area was also responsible for the galled pair of bearings which put crazy stress on the cam as it was seizing up.
Ray, Don't give up hope. For every 'hater', there are 50 of us who sit quietly, never comment, and are forever thankful for your content. You do an amazing service (for free) to all of us wanna-be weekend mechanics. Keep the faith bro, and the amazing content.
On a happier note, I got my dad a few of the tools you recommended and use as fathers day presents. He already has used most of them and loves them. You are a good guy and thats why I trusted your recommendations.
I have been with Autozone over 20 years, you have a great show on RUclips. Your are a great mechanic, honest, skilled, real and put the customer first, even when it isn't the easiest thing to do. You're very inventive, always finding a way to finish the task CORRECTLY. Don't let these @$#$%# get you down and I was happy to see you vent about it. You have a great following of fans, far more than the the few ****. Keep up the great work and I look forward to see your next video each day.
Hi, I never comment on videos, but your rant brought me here: your videos are great! Keep doing what you’re doing. Ignore the trolls. I enjoy them, even at you 40th airco port replacement I still get excited! Keep it up!
The recommended procedure is not always the best route to take when doing something. I have no problem with your approach. Sometimes, going out of your way gives knowledge on possible future situations. Good video
I’m sure you’ve heard it 1 million times from your other viewers, but you run a very realistic, healthy, and educational channel. I’ve only been watching for a couple of weeks now, and I have learned more watching this channel that I have from the books in my studies and my own practice. Better people will be bitter, but there’s one thing that you have from them that they can’t take back, a view number.
I’ve been watching you from my garage in Australia and never found or heard anything that should cause anyone to take offence to you In fact I find very instructive and helpful please keep going it’s part of my day that I look forward to rods BC
I'm just a home tinkerer who does his own work, but I find videos like this to be EXTREMELY interesting. There's a thrill in opening stuff up, and not knowing what you're gonna find. It's like fishing, and bringing up god knows what. lol
I just discovered your channel, and despite what the haters say, I really appreciate your stream-of-conciousness approach. I am not a mechanic, but I've been working on my family's cars since I was a teenager in the 60s, but what I'm learning most from the videos is the mindset you go about to identify the problems (and it's also reassuring that even a pro can be stumped at times).
It would be interesting to see what the bearing clearance is on the bearing right behind that upper pulley. If there was a leak in the seal such that the previous mechanic had to replace the seal, that might indicate that the bearing was worn. If the bearing is worn, the belt would exert a side force, a bending force, on the cam shaft. Each time the camshaft was rotated, that side force would exert a wobbling side force on the shaft. If there was the slightest stress crack or defect in the metal structure from manufacturing, that could lead to the crack spreading and the shaft eventually failing. The take-away might be that if the seal is leaking, don't just replace the seal. Check the condition of the bearing behind the seal because if the bearing is worn the new seal won't last long.
'bearing clearance on fhe bearing behind upper pulley', can you explain in other words what you meant? In general your theory sounds plausible to me, maybe looking at the crack could shed some light on damage type, but I don't feel experienced enough to call the shots here
@@naurisb3142 I'm with you on that one! Very poor lubrication caused a partial seizure of the Camshaft. Evidence being all of the metal which had been deposited upon the Bearing Caps - obviously well prior to the Camshaft break happening. I would have also checked - to see if the V6 Engine was an "Interference" engine. If it isn't an Interference engine, then it should be a simple fix - without stripping-off the Head to examine the pistons / valves for damage.
I’ve learned that “Misery truly loves company” and trust me there’s a lot of miserable people out there! Keep doing what you doing the majority of us love your channel.
People, no need to tell Mr. Ray how to deal with those who cannot even contribute anything technical and only leave negative comments, just tell Mr. Ray the technical info if you know something he does not, to hopefully help Mr. Ray solve the puzzle. Cut to the point. My take on this one is: The camshaft broke first, then the timing belt started to deform. Yes, since the belt is still under tension, the one bank still works, became a 1.65 liter, 3-cylinder engine, haha. Why the camshaft broke, no one has to know anymore no point dwelling in the past, just change the camshaft, install new cam seal, put new timing belt in(I did it to my Dad's 2006 Sienna van), and voila!
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Hi Ray. I'm a 62 yr. old lady. I do my best to take care of my older used vehicles, but some things, I just can't do. And it drives my crazy. No one ever taught me how to change a belt or replace plugs or wires, etc. I can change oil, filters, door handles and little stuff like that. But nothing really complex like this. I so admire what good mechanics can do. I love puzzles so trying to diagnose mechanical problems like this really fascinates me. Even though I don't understand all of it, I'm trying to learn. If there was a mechanic, who allowed me to learn some of this stuff, and I could pay for it with cleaning the shop or stuff like that, I would do it in a heartbeat. Mechanics and people who know how to put things together or repair stuff rule the world. I totally respect what you do and wish I could do it too. Thanks!
carol - Perhaps a local Adult Ed class. At 76, I am a good backyard mechanic. I work in an auto parts store. Never wanted to be a real mechanic because of ... PEOPLE.
Ray makes an EXCELLENT video with explanations, humor, etc. Also Chris Fix does lots of basic classes. AND good camera, sound, editing, light, scripting, etc.
With experience you learn to realise what causes what but you have to
YOU LADY FRIEND, ARE AWSOME...KUDOS TO YOU DEAR...❤
Don’t worry. Some of the best mechanics around can’t change plugs 😂.
It is probably best to pursue an adult education course. It is an insurance risk having a non-employee in the shop area, so I doubt that a mechanic would take you up on your offer unless you can convince them to hire you.
Viewer from the other side of the planet here. Don't ever pay attention to the stupid angry haters. You do this for a living and and you show your work in real time. You're not editing out your mistakes that would be easy in the clear light og hindsight. I'm a *mechanic*, but would be of little value to your shop as I'm too slow. I really like your videos and have never given a negative comment to a RUclips movie, just moved on to a better one! Keep yours coming!
Don't let the disrespect of a few outshine the respect of the many. I view these videos because it's the only place where first thing n the morning, someone tells me to, "Don't forget to have yourself, a great day . . ." So right back at you, Ray . . .
I really enjoy Ray's videos. I am not a hater and I'm not nasty to folks on here. I love watching auto repair stuff and try to do as much as I can with my vehicles. Technology and a stroke have put a stop to some of my efforts. When I was a child I was always underfoot when my dad was working on our family car. My favorite job was greasing wheel bearings. My mother just loved that of course. My dad was always patient with me. OK, and don't get mad because I offer this very respectfully. I know it would be somewhat difficult (not impossible) but I would like to see Ray answer a very good question that a viewer poses every now and then. No hate here. Just an observation.
@@stevereaves6757 I like the 'question of the day' idea!
@@stevereaves6757 I loved learning stuff from my dad as a kid. When something broke and he was fixing it I was right there.
i am a wiewer from Sweden :)
When you edit out your feelings, we lose part of who you are. Ray, don’t do that. Your personality is what makes your channel so much fun to watch.
I totally agree with you on this John. I love this channel because of Ray's personality and his perfect grammar.
I knew absolute jack about cars watched ray walk us through everything he did next thing u know got my first car a problematic one saab 9-3 2003 and a husky tool set i was able to diagnose a missfire rich air fuel and now shes inspected for all year
@@neilb4209 Is this sarcasm? I am not sure.
Yea but sometimes enough’s enough !
dude you’re a rock star, ignore the trolls. i’m a diy guy and i admire you guys who really know what you’re doing every day. the haters probably can’t even change their own oil. you’re making awesome content keep it up sir.
I'm probably one of the few women subscribers here. I like watching your videos, you have a way of talking that's easy to follow, humorous at times, and educational. I'm 70 years old, grew up with 2 mechanic brothers, so I'm comfortable around cars and car parts. Keep doing what you're doing. There's a reason you have the number of subscribers you do.
I'm a woman too and grew up with brothers who worked on cars..
Can change a tire or oil change and llovve watching ray work on cars.
Terrific guy.
Don't let those people out there try to tear you down..
It's easy to tear someone down on the internet, won't have the b**lsd to say it in person..
Ray, Im a TV executive. I work with A list talent and writers creating content. Yet in the morning I drink coffee watching you play with your wobbly bits. I have no idea what you’re doing half the time but I enjoy watching you do it. F the haters.
He is not telling the truth..
Hey Ray, one of very important lessons that I’ve learned about life as I turn 70 is to just ignore the morons who criticize you. Don’t give them a second of your time as they aren’t worth it. Move on to someone who respects what you do and all of the effort that you put into the making of your wonderfully informative videos. If you find that you must respond in some way, the middle finger salute emoji would be appropriate in my opinion.
I want to thank you Ray for sharing your knowledge with me and all of your other 300k+ appreciative viewers.
Amen 2 that.
yep same here 1951 vintage - I laugh at moronic remarks - they are all failed traffic wardens
I'm only 68 and I totally agree with you.
I'm 66 and I approve this message.
The man who never made a mistake,,has never done anything,,,keep up the good work,,from a truck tech in the UK.
what mistake?
Hi from Australia Ray. Someone once told me something that has helped me greatly. "You need to remember that other people's opinions are none of your business." It's 100% true. You are the KING of your story. You give the rest of us a lot of education about car repairs, aaaaaaaand about Gravity. There will always be haters, especially when you're doing a great job. Keep up the good work.
Their opinions are like arseholes, everyone’s got one.
Just remember opinions are like assholes everyone has one and they all stink but my stinks a lot less than everyone else’s does🤣🫡
They don't like to see others succeed.
@@izzyboss6875 AND they all stink!
@@izzyboss6875 and they all stink
11:25 Dude, you are one of few people that I would actually trust to work on any of my engines. You are thorough, conscientious, and you know your stuff.
Ditto!👍👍👍
Totally agree. There are a lot of woke pussies out there who would piss in their pants if they actually stood toe to toe with a real human in person not on social media while saying those things.
@@markgelinas8114 That's why Ray is paid to follow up on someone else's work, to find out why the catastrophe happened and perhaps prevent it happening again.
I got the confidence to replace the oil and filter in my car by myself for the first time because of you and your videos. It probably sounds dumb, but it means a lot to me and I hope it means something to you too. Keep on trucking dude.
Every journey begins with a first step. Good job Grasshopper!
Fist time for everything.👍🏻
It doesn't sound dumb at all; you rock! You should be proud of stepping up and doing for your self with out being afraid getting your hands dirty. BTW, don't get down on yourself when (not if) you make mistakes; the money you pay to fix your mistakes and the time it takes to redo it right is just real world tuition.
Not dumb at all, that is great to hear you researched and tried it. Keep watching, and keep trying.
Basic maintenance is easy to do and you save a bundle by doing so. If in trouble a lot on RUclips already exist to help almost in all cases. Well done.
Ray take no prisoners ..you are doing a fantistic job .I am 76 and still learning form these good vidios of yours ...so for just one that complains 99% of us are very happy with your work .
I put myself through college working as a technician for a Lincoln Mercury dealership. After finishing school I worked as a service advisor for Honda dealership until being promoted to Service Manager. Worked 17 years as a Service Manager. Managing one Honda service department that employed over 40 technicians, open 24 hrs, 7 days a week. Have been watching your channel for a while now and you are one of the best line technicians I have ever seen. The fact that you are pretty darn entertaining is just a bonus. Thank you for the videos.
Agreed.
It helps to have a phone system that is easily mimicable. :-) Each video is helped along by the "dooDEEdoo"
@@jum5238 I still laugh every time he does the “do DEE doo!”
I worked my way through college working on import cars. Try finding a Triumph, MG or Jaguar mechanic in 1971 Lubbock, Texas
I wouldnt mind to put my car there for sure, and iam a mechanic.
99.9% of us.. Me included are watching your videos for learn from a professional mechanic. Or technician.. Glad you share your knowledge with us trought this platform.. Thanks again.. And forget about haters
i ponly sse a hater here- YOU
If I lived in Florida, I'd be seeking you out as my mechanic. We need more people like you in the trade. Keep on 'click'ing!
I am a machinist by trade. I have seen several engines break cams . These cams run in the cam bore without any bearing inserts. Oiling problems will lock cam rotation and break camshafts..... they are cast steel which is very weak. On race engines we use billet steel cams and crankshafts. A warped head can cause cam problems because it puts strain on the cam journals. We would machine cam caps to reduce bore diameter then align bore cam holes back to size. When you torque down a warped head you distort the bore holes where your cam shaft rides. It will bind the camshaft from rotating freely ....causing bore wear..... breakage.... or complete lock up of cam in bearing caps. Aluminum heads with overhead cams are prone to cam bore hole misalignment. Aluminum heads warped over .020 should be bolted to a solid steel block plate and placed in a oven to help releive the excess warpage. This keeps you from having to mill excess amounts from your cylinder head and distorting your cam bore alignment. Some engines are more prone to cam bore misalignment than others. I have been a machinst for over 40 years and have metalogry experience. I have manufactured F-15, F16 fighter jets parts for the govermnent.
Don’t let the haters bother you. You’re an expert mechanic and brave enough to record and publish your work for the world to see… for free.. thanks for all that you do!
After watching 15 minutes, I’m counting all the parts I would forget where they go.
Hi Ray,
I am an ex mechanic from the UK. (last worked professionally on cars in the late eighties). Absolutely love watching your videos .
you are funny, entertaining, and above all Honest and professional. A breath of fresh air. Brings back some happy memories of working with guys like you back in the day. any of the new starters lucky enough to have you train them will have the best chance they could wish for. just disregard the haters Ray, Your happy customers are all the proof you need that you are fantastic.
Which part of UK you’re from if close by more than welcome to pop round for a cuppa and a chat in my little place
I totally agree with every sentiment. Maybe as I'm also an ex mechanic from the uk. Who last worked professionally on cars in the late 80's ( Austin Rover then Toyota) .. I do get to work on all my friends family colleagues and neighbours cars though being an ex mechanic they all assume I can fix modern stuff ! I normally have to look it all up on You tube .
I love watching Ray and I have learned a lot .
Peace and love fellow ex mech' and thank you Ray.
Haters =Delete button .✌💚
Rainman, forget the nay sayers. The majority of your viewers, like me, love what you do. I'm 72 years old and no longer work on my own vehicles. But I enjoy the hell out of watching you do what you do. And we also learn a few things about newer cars that wasn't under the hood back when we were. So keep M coming Ray, you got thousands out here like me that need our Rainman fix every day.
I'm 70, & every year there's less and less that I do. Ray is a great mechanic. This in one of my favorite channels!
You are a great mechanic, don't worry about all the people that think they are!
We appreciate what you do, Ray. There's a lot more of us folks that enjoy your content than the other type of folks. Thanks for what you do.
Watching your videos has taught me that the folks who design these things aren't as smart as they think they are and they'd be a lot smarter if they spent a year in the shop fixing their screwups. Please keep reminding them.
Ray, Never worry about trolls. My late Cop father drummed into me the "Daily Documentation" You do through your videos.
I'm a shade tree mechanic, mainly work on my own stuff. I really appreciate you talking through your troubleshooting as I've learned quite a bit from it.
We all know now how insecure he is about other peoples opinions. He needs his widdle safe space. Booo hoooo.
Shade tree? Pussy. Ima gravel driveway with a full sized ram on wobbly jackstands as I attempt to use a 3/4” drive for everything INCLUDING the lug nuts…. Nut up king! You got this my homey 😎
Don't let ignorant people bother you. I enjoy your videos, you are a very good mechanic.
There are reasons we watch your videos ray! Even the haters! I love not only the fact you find the damage but find the cause also. No need to fix the damage if you don’t fix the reason for the damage. Keep your head high knowing you have the drive to continue putting content out for us to watch. Can’t wait to see what the day brings tomorrow!
The main thing I'd like to say is that you have been consistently an honest, humorous, hard working, genuinely NICE guy as well as damn good diagnostitian.
There has NEVER been a reason for personal attacks against you.
Sorry they got personal. We love you! ❤️
As a diesel mechanic myself, whenever I have a vehicle come to me with a problem, the first question I ask is - Who worked on it last and what work did they do.
Failures like this are a rarity.
In saying that, with the cam drive being removed no so long ago, I would be inclined to say that maybe the bolt was overtorqued whilst holding the cam, the mid point between the bolt and the hex on the cam is where it broke. Or it got fatigued when cracking off the bolt for the cam drive when holding the hex on the cam.
As the motor operates clockwise, trying to hold the cam and tighten the bolt puts load on the cam in the opposite direction of normal rotation possibly causing a fatigue crack to appear. With a large part of the cam not supported towards the front, it got a twist and the weakest link broke.
My best educated guess.
Love your content Ray, chin up bro. You are in the top 5% of mechanics out there, don't let fools ruin your day.
Peace out from down under 👌🇦🇺
Great Comment.
I've never liked torquing the bolt by using the hex on the cam. I've always used a cam sprocket spanner (Mac Tool) to hold while torquing. On most engines I've done I have no reason to remove the valve covers since getting this tool.
I've also noticed another thing that I'm not too sure if anyone else noticed, pay close attention to the right cam drive lip, the cam drive is installed the wrong way, that lip should also be preventing from the belt to be sliding off, that lip is on the inside, it's supposed to be on the outside. as for the left cam drive, the lip is on the outside of the cam drive and the belt isn't half way off.
@@03_protege_il I believe that is done intentionally to keep the belt running straight, one drive stops it from slipping into the head and one stops the belt from slipping away from the head. As the belt is moving quite fast when the engine is running it self corrects pretty quick and runs true. The reason it slipped off the r/h cam drive was because the camshaft snapped and was all floppity in the head.
@@JT-4real That does make alot of sense aswell, I didn't think about that one.
I am absolutely not a mechanic, I can confidently say I am not even mechanically minded, I just love watching these videos. I mean I did used to change my own brakes and do a service on my cars a long time ago, but these days I am content to hand my car to a mechanic. I think your videos are bloody brilliant and you are a genius. The fact that you can 'recognise' and engine AND what work you did on it blew my mind to be honest....I hank you for your very entertaining and professional work and for sharing it with us.
Ray, you and many of us who follow you, are what sometimes seems like a dying breed of men and women who are good at fixing things… all sorts of things.. solving problems instead of creating them… synthesizers of solutions. It’s literally art but you can’t hang it on the wall so it largely goes unappreciated. Keep at it. The quality people love you.
That was a very nice thing to write to Ray. I don't understand what purpose the commentators had in mind since what he does doesn't effect those apparent assholes in the slightest.
For fear of breaking cams is why I purchased the cam gear holder tool
I often say a good mechanic is so unappreciated .
@@nategmaycock9398 in my experience a good mechanic is overworked and underpaid,
In contrast shit mechanics do minimal work and overcharge.
@@toddfraisure1747 it affects rip of mechanics by showing what's really involved in honest car repair.
I agree with u 100% there are so many people that hide behind there computers running people down trying to make themselves feel better. Keep up the great info with your content mate .
Keyboard Warriors. Ray, keep doing what you do.
Keyboard warriors are such a joke
Ignore those losers & haters!! Keep up the great videos and honest work.
If they aren't happy with what they see they could change Chanel or fast forward, 😅🤣
They asked for it when they uploaded the video.
I've been a maint tech for about 8months and I'm halfway through an automotive technician degree. I've invested everything I have to get into this industry(albeit I don't have much) you have helped me as much if not more than half of the 4k dollar degree I'm working towards.(remember only halfway done :) I know it's unlikely you'll see this but if you do. Love what you do man and keep on turning out good work. Much love from Texas
Smart people learn from the best, As a daily Diesel tech I personally love watching other techs like this including South Main Auto ERIC and a few others All Great Technician's some of the best Content available 😎👍.
watch wes work is great too
I wish you luck bro
Your haters are not worth getting heated about. They’re arm chair mechanics. You’re the real deal. I watch a handful of quality mechanics on yt and you’re one of them. Keep up the great job.
Ray, ignore the trolls and keep doing what you're doing. Seems there will always be haters that feed on their need for self-attention.
I have seen broken camshafts before, most attributed to manufacturing defects with the original castings. Also seen prematurely 'rounded' lobes. Was hoping that you might have been able to use your borescope to take a look at the top of the pistons for evidence of valve-piston collisions and maybe get a glimpse at the valve seat. This might help determine the health of the lower end of the engine, e.g. rebuild the top-end or pull the engine for a complete rebuild/replacement. Looking forward to see what the customer decides to do.
Keep smiling, as there are more 'good' folks out there than there are trolls. Don't fall prey to the haters and lose focus on what matters. Take care,
I would say don't ignore them. Call them out. Post their shitty comments as inserts in the videos so we can see them for who they are.
@@PJBonoVox the problem with that is you're just giving them what they want, attention. Their mommas never hugged them or something. So they take it out in a forum where they know they won't have any reasonable repercussions to their jackassery. Ignoring and removing them from your life when you can is best.
I had a 1972 Impala that I got when I was a teenager, the previous owner changed the oil on it twice in the 70k miles he put on it. Yes, twice. The cam had 3 lobes that were worn so perfectly round, they looked like bearing journals. Those rocker arms did not move at all when the engine was running. Chevrolet L65 350 engine.
Or just ban them from the site summarily. Send the Tourettes Trolls on their way elsewhere.
@@randomschmo5778 The problem is, they're like roaches. You zap one, 4 come running in to take its place. Too much time spent swatting flies I'm quite afraid.
Shaft theory, over torque breaks are usually cone shaped on a shaft, fatigue breaks are usually clean. The bearing was badly worn on the belt end allowing the belt to pull down on the cam shaft. The cam shaft carried a greater and greater load and fatigue failed with the bending moment. Notice the break was right at the next bearing taking the bending moment on the shaft. Clean break at the point of repetitive stress. Each revolution stresses the metal until it finds a weak point.
Which leaves us at: What trashed that bearing?
We may never know.
It will only do it so many times.
Well said, Superchief. Something was going on with the second bearing (just behind the first lobe), though. A lot of the damage to the first bearing was done after the break, but the rest of the shaft stopped rotating, so the second bearing was already bad. Maybe it was allowing the excursion?
@@jamesanderson2176 Second bearing might be bits from the broken shaft, fracturing off just before it snapped.
Or any of a few dozen other things.
Another: we may never know for sure.
@@fhuber7507 Sure we do, running it with a broken cam with it trying to push down the valve was not kind to that bearing.
Remember, while you are busy working while simultaneously editing and uploading videos daily, those haters aren't doing anything or going anywhere in life. You on the other hand, are the opposite.
We all appreciate the many hours you put into your channel and video uploads, Especially while you are working at your career and not holding anything back or trying to be something or somebody other than yourself.
The content you share with the world here enriches and betters society, and is such a fresh breath compared to everything else going on in the world. Thank you for doing so much voluntarily, that makes the internet and RUclips a much better place than it would be without you, and some of the other RUclipsrs currently active also.
I used to be a mechanic instructor, hat off to your video. I can't even do it with the camera in one hand talking about doing a commentary all at once. You rock, Ray..! Thank you.
Ray, after reading all of these comments it's hard to believe anyone would say anything negative. You are doing a great job and an internet sensation. The only negative thing I could say about your videos is that with your experience you make everything look so easy
If I tried a tenth of the jobs shown I would surely F something up.
Lol so true! I would have a dozen half done cars all over the place!
As an individual who installed a thermostat backwards once, I criticize no one.
@@haroldwilkes598 lol... I wouldn't know I had... I assumed they only went in one way
@@joeconnolly4353 Newer ones, you may be right but older ones went either way. Stupid mistake though on my part, I'd done it many times before, I just got in a hurry. PS looked newer ones up, most could still be installed backwards.
I also installed oil rings on pistons upside down. Once!
@@haroldwilkes598 i snapped a headbolt in the block once XD
Ray. I was a mechanic in England for 30 years but your skills and dedication are excellent. Whatever they're paying you isn't enough. Thank you for your work.
For the people that love your content including myself we love you and thank you for what you do as a mechanic and a human being. Keep on keeping on. Cant wait for all the upcoming content and dont forget to have a great day...
Well I for one just love your videos. I’m getting older, so I don’t work on cars as much as I used to but I so enjoy watching you figure out what is wrong and fixing it. Keep up the good work I can’t imagine why anybody would have any problem with your videos.
Don’t let people like that get too you or give them the gratification of knowing they upset you.
You have so many subscribers like myself that appreciate your work and your content, you truly rock :-)
This.
@@Malc2169 this.
You're a credit to our trade. I wish I had more co-workers like you. Working with stupid, negative people is one reason why I no longer work in a shop. I like your style, and appreciate what you do Ray. Keep up the good work and keep those videos coming 👍
Im 67 used to do EVERYTHING on my 50/70s cars then computers and injection happened.that scared me away ..but watching your vids gave me the confidence to dive back in. Just completed replacing a thermostat housing 2006 Audi A 4 . Vids such as yours are fantastic aids. SO THANK YOU.
I'd run away from working on an Audi too. I hope it's the 4 banger! (Even then it'd have a timing belt AND timing chain lol)
I had a shop for 40 years and I've seen a camshaft break like that only a few times, twice on Volkswagens and a few Toyota s all on the ones I dealt with were oil related problems were the cam froze up in the head and it snapped in half. People change your oil and use a quality oil. Good video thanks for taking the time to educate people and other mechanics, your a good man.
Ignore the hateers, you clearly know what you are doing and obviously competent in what you do. Keep up the great work
Love you torquing up the broken cam bracket even though it was junk. Keep doing what you're doing, even the venting. Keeps you sane 👍
So much this!
Haha I appreciate Ray's sarcasm so much!
I've been a vehicle tech for over 30 years and love watching your vids.
You obviously have the skills and experience like all of us who have been doing this a long time.
Unfortunately there are some people who take pride in being disgusting to others.
Keep up the vids.
People can be cruel. Like I mentioned once, wish there were more Auto Techs like you who cared about the honesty and work they do. Thanks for the work you do.👍🏼
It’s pretty clear and obvious that anyone making negative comments have never twisted their own wrenches! Pedal to the metal Ray Ray! All of the folks who really matter enjoy learning from you. Soldier on brother!
Keep doing the videos please and vent it’s what we mechanics do. I was a mechanic for a ford dealership for yrs until I retired and I love these videos and it keeps me up to date and you have shown this old dawg some new tricks and tips so screw those others that got there tips from a Haynes book at AutoZone and never did an honest days work and still live in mama’s basement
i am a mechanic and an engine builder what you have done in this video is exactly what i would of done, well done and respect for your worrkmanship . i have been working on all different types ofengines for 45 years and i know that you do know what you are doing .like your videos. i am from the UK
He's wishy washy on his diagnosis. First he stated that it wasn't anything a previous mechanic did . Then he says after that that it was the cause of the reinstallation of the timing gear which only happens during a timing belt job. So yes, I disagree with his diagnosis. The previous mechanic owes this customer big time. The evidence is there. They also can't use the excuse of the vehicle having a ton of milage and the aging of the parts, bolts and vehicle excetra. That is irrelevant because they put their hands and tools inside that engine and they charged for it. They ruined their engine. And knowingly too. They did a rush job on this vehicle to get paid quickly because it was a big job and a big pay day. They screwed this person out of their vehicle. That timing belt was in not so good shape. Lots of shrap metal inside timing area. Belt fraid, bent gear, timing belt half way off the gear. It's the previous mechanics fault no doubt about it. Period. If I were the customer I'd demand a full refund and for them to pay fully for the repairs on my vehicle. If none of that takes place then it's court time. Plain and simple. We the consumer pay through the nose to these mechanics to do a job and this is what we get a lot of times. This is for you to come back only for them to get you to pay again. Like your a sucker. And for them to deny any wrong doing. This is so you feel volnorable to get your car back into their shop for a big pay day again. We're sick and tired of people like this and these shops not taking responsibility for their actions. Now? I just go do it myself cuz I'm the only one I can truly trust. A lot cheaper too. If the shops can't do the work properly we should do like every other place does. Lower their pay significantly until they can show true workmanship and loyalty to their customers and not their wallets. Basically I call this theft by diception. Because a customer doesn't know, you have here a preditory mechanic who didn't care about the customer or the shop he worked at there for loosing the trust and integrity of the mechanics industry just like we lost trust in the car dealers sales department industry. All I can say is, buyer be ware. Another thing I want to bring up is that Chilton labor manual that most shops uses some use a different labor program to rip us all off. If a job takes 3 hours to do and they charge you more than the three hours it should be considered theft. And something should be done about it. Mechanics can do a three hour job in one hour. Therefore you should only pay for one hours work. Your car may be ready but the mechanic keeps the work order and doesn't punch the time on the ticket when he's done. He holds the ticket until the three hours is up then he punches the ticket sometimes running the ticket over the three hours. After which then he turns it into the service writer. That's theft right there. They'll charge you for it too. A ten minute job will cost us one hour. Now, I get that some mechanics went through vigorous schooling and training and seminars. Those are your upscale car dealers mechanics the very best of them. And some of them are in training so that's why you have a master technician on site to over see what the others are doing wrong when there is a complaint. But, the same goes there too. They hold your work order to charge you the full if not more time than it took them to do the job. Some mechanics and technicians make 6 figures a year pulling this crap and we pay for this. I understand about experience and knowledge but honesty and integrity must always be first. The money's will come if they have those two traits first. But theft and greed come first now a days.
Jezus you got some spare time not
How can you blame this on the prior mechanic? What evidence is there that this was a result of their work? You are every mechanics worst nightmare as people like you put the blame on the mechanic right away for something they have no control over. As for paying 3 hours for a job that took one hour, that;s called flat rate. Do you have any idea why that mechanic gets paid 3 hours when it took him 1 hour to do it? It's called experience and skill that allows him to get it done in less amount of time. That same job may take someone else 4 hours to do...would you want to pay that person 4 hours for a 3 hour job?
"Haters will Hate." You are an experienced mechanic and experienced mechanics go with their gut instinct, great job brother.
As someone who's been a multi vehicle tech(HGV,LGV,car,van etc) for 38 years now over the pond 🇬🇧😁 I found you on here after the collaboration with Eric from I do cars, I've watched several videos and found them informative and entertaining 👍 We all have our different ways and methods to get things done and what works for you might rub some one up the wrong way but hey that's their problem haters will hate 😔 keep doing what you're doing mate as far as I concerned I can't see anything wrong 👍 keep up the good work cheers Matt N
Though I rarely do automotive repair work any longer, I find your videos immensely entertaining. Your wealth of knowledge proves to me that you would have made an excellent physician had you chosen that field. Thanks for providing these videos, this old hand had learned a lot about "modern" cars.
I learn alot from watching your channel, diagnostics to repair. I appreciate your professionalism, humor and backstories. You're an awesome tech and never let the trolls win.
I'm 2 years into the trade, working for a small local shop. Your videos along with some other RUclipsrs are a big inspiration and a place for me to look to for advice and technique!
do what you,,think is right,,not your employer,,theres employers that appreciate good techs,of any trade..hell,i build houses,,some trades i wouldnt let build a dog kennel..be tru to your self, do your best, learn all you can..of any,,subject you come across, even digging a hole,,theres a right & wrong way..
best way to learn is watch and listen to us old timers that have been doing it for many many years .. ask for advice we will help . the diffrence between a tech and a mechanic . is a tech will just throw new parts in while a mechanic can listen to an engine and know what needs to be fixed and fix it .. good luck
Jeez Marie! Forgot how stressed and tired you sounded back in the 'doodly doo' days! Just watched this (Feb '24) and even on a bad day in the new shop, you don't sound anywhere near this exhausted. I am so glad for you going out on your own and building an amazing community! Good job.
Excellent diagnostic video. Amazing break on the cam shaft.... Looks like the breaks that some knives/swords get on Forged in Fire. As for the haters; JUST IGNORE THEM. You (Ray) are the man. You WORK for a living doing this mechanic stuff to cars/trucks. YOU KNOW YOUR STUFF !!! Thanks again for the videos. I always learn something about the inside of a vehicle.
Every time I watch your videos, I wish you were working a shop near me. You would be the ONLY mech I would let touch my cars. Being a mechanic is a sorely lost art. I do all the work myself because I have nothing but issues or pay insane prices every time I take my car in. Thanks for all you do! You are an honest man doing great work!
I'm retired from the military and one of the first things upon reporting to a new duty station was to find a good mechanic. One who took pride in their work and didn't cut corners or rip you off. It was often difficult and like you, I would have loved to find a Ray at each stop.
@@pursang6792 Thank you for your service!
I appreciate what you do Ray! You have given me the confidence to make some pretty extensive repairs. Your skills and ethical workmanship are a credit to the profession! I am an aircraft mechanic for 35 years and fully appreciate your efforts. Keep up the good work my friend. Let not your heart be troubled.
Anyone willing to let others learn from their work is doing a great thing. Keep it up!!! I personally enjoy your videos and use them to help teach some new people on the ways of doing some jobs
Hey Ray, I religiously watch your episodes when I get home from work. I’ve always worked on my own trucks and dirt bikes since I was 16, doing mostly basic repairs/maintenance. Watching your videos has inspired me to tackle much more complex repairs on my truck. After watching an episode usually motivates me to tackle some project on my truck. I really appreciate your candid approach. I don’t usually post on RUclips videos, as I watch on my tv, but hearing how the haters had you a little mentally perturbed, really bothered me. You seem like a really authentic and genuine nice and caring person and it’s really disheartening to think some jerks on the internet had to lash out and try to hurt another human who is just producing content for all to enjoy. Anyways, easier said than done, but try not to let them get you down. I know a lot of us really appreciate the hard work you put in to give us a glimpse into your world.
My personal opinion, you're one heck of a mechanic and seem to have a wonderful respect for the owners and your profession. Keep up the good work 👍
Ray, you just keep on making free content for those of us who love to watch your rainman ways at work, and ignore the haters. Every video I have seen you in on here youre always in a good mood, and you even admit fault and mistakes as they happen, despite being able to just edit it away. Haters can get bent, Ray is forever!
People have changed since I was young. I’m 71 and from Texas. I think most of the people who disrespect you have never worked on a car. I respect the ones who make their living working with their hands. Thanks for your channell
Love the running commentary, being ex auto tech after fifty years its great to hear somebody give these young upstarts professional etiquette.
AMEN, MY BROTHER
I enjoy your videos and have developed a HUGE respect for the knowledge, skills and work ethic you demonstrate. Your comments about the disrespect shown by SOME viewers are spot on. Whether it's driving or viewing videos, I have noted that many people remove all "filters" on what they say and do. The Golden Rule has been replaced with the "Selfie" mentality. Hang in there; you are doing a great service.
Ray, I’m not a mechanic and never will be. But I watch your videos. I appreciate your honesty and integrity. My dad was a Chevy dealer 30+ years and only kept folks like you. He hired a lot of people, and I saw more than one get literally run out of his shop for being “less than honest”. He would have kept you. That says a lot. Keep it up and please don’t let the jerks get to you.
I'm from the UK so we don't see the sort of engines you get- vast majority of engines over here are 2l or less almost all with turbos. I really enjoy your commentary and honesty which is most refreshing. And yes, many people hide behind their keyboards but most people want for you to be as they are. Keep up the good work.
13:35 'You're not in this situation...' I could not agree more Ray- You keep doing the work you do! Love the vids and the amount I've learned just from watching these is insane.
I've learned a ton watching your vids Ray. Watching them also gives me more and more respect for what mechanics do to keep our cars running. Thanks for taking the time to show us your world and don't let them get you down. One thing I wonder is how you keep track of what screw goes where after you tear apart half the car to get to something.
"One thing I wonder is how you keep track of what screw goes where after you tear apart half the car to get to something." Hence the moniker "Rainman"
I love the low key venting! I continue to learn that we get to choose which voices we listen to. That also means we get to choose which voices we ignore. Those who have all the answers and have nothing left to learn need to keep their opinions to themselves. I learn a lot watching you teach (and even learn) as you work.
I used to work on cars in my younger days, so I can appreciate that sometimes its not too easy to spot the problem, you just have to keep following the clues and analysing the feedback from the engine. I can see you do that very well and would be happy for you to work on my car any time, your videos are honest and entertaining, just don't let any incompetent and jelous idiot tell you any different.
Hey Ray. Problem solving requires flexibility and insight. Blind adherence to to random protocols shows a lack of understanding. Keep doing what your doing. You’re awesome as usual.
Awesome work...I'm nearly 70 yo, Aussie and been a mech since I was 18 (started my apprenticeship at 14) and have only ever seen one broken cam and that was because some one had put an alloy cam gear meshed with a steel crank gear (in the days before cam belts lol) looking at this I think you hit the nail on the head....belt prolly jumped a tooth and there you go....oh as far as those negative dipstick...don't let they're sad lonely live butt into yours...have a good one mate.
Hay I'm new to your videos. Seen 7 so far and out of all the tv shows out there and video makers. I honestly prefer hour way of keeping things real. No B.S. and sometimes people who feel they need to put their 2 cents in show you why THEY are. Like a battery. You have negative and possitive. Best to ignore a woman yelling at her child. Eg. Keep up the great work and I'm learning to not try to fix things myself sometimes lol.
Its fascinating to me that a belt could jump a tooth and the carnage that happens afterward. I always heard timing chains on engines are better than belts, and this really brings to light why that is. Thank you for the comment. I learned a lot from you.
Awesome find, I've never seen anything like that before. The force to snap that clean off had to be massive. I've seen warped cams even cam phasers explode but never a break like that. I wouldn't let what people say get to you. I found most of the time when someone is putting someone down its because they don't feel good about them selfs. Its crazy how are minds work. Someone can get 1000s of compliments but the 10 negative ones get the most attention. I learned along time ago how to look at negative remarks. First does it actually hold weight and if so how can I improve myself and then look at the comment as a blessing. If its a lie then most likely the other person isn't happy with them self so they put people down so they look better.
I think the last bearing either was worn, or wasn't concentric with the other bearings. That would cause the camshaft to flex every time it rotated, which could easily cause a fatigue failure.
unfortunately you don't have a filter on comments, one coming from a master mechanic should be seriously considered but one from a gum chewing idiot shouldn't be of concern.
Yep! I speak the truth.. Semper Fi Mechanic owes me $400. It takes a special kind of person to fabricate a whole channel!
@@82_KID just curious how does that youtuber owe you money.
@@lovetolearn5253 Oh, very simple, we agreed and he accepted money he was gonna be the 2nd driver to get my other car from a Point A to Point B. Got the money.. all of a sudden, unavailable and excuses. Total POS. I reached out many times.. I think the ship has sailed on him paying me back but my CashApp is the same as what I sent to him on. Dude runs game. I reached my lifelong limit of bullshit so nobody can shut me up. Some total fiction on his channel too, maybe small amounts of easy to film stuff...
Just wanted to let you know how much I enjoy watching you in your craft. I'm learning something new every day. Makes me appreciate talented and honest mechanics more and more. Thanks
Had something very similar happen, also on a high mileage engine. Looked like the cam bearing lost oil pressure, probably a clogged port, welded itself together and snapped the cam in two. It was a 4 cyl engine and it still ran fine on 3 cyls. Actually when I pulled the cap off, the cam came with it. The car had 300k+ miles so I just replaced the engine and drove it another 300k miles.
As far as the "haters". The best thing to do is ignore them. Treat em like your 2 year old when they pout and throw a tantrum when they can't have their way. When you react to them it just gives them purpose and embolds them to continue.
I've been wrenching since the 1960's. You do a good job for your customer and own your work be it good or bad. I sometime disagree with your methods and procedures but not often. Shocker: I've learned a few things from you about the newer cars I don't have a lot of experience with. Keep on being you and thanks for the great content.
Keep doing what you're doing. Even venting. Just ignore the idiots and let them continue to mooch the free knowledge you choose to give us. I personally appreciate the videos and enjoy watching and listening to your journey!
Whenever I see a hater online, I always assume it's a 12 year old kid.
I found it harder to be upset by 12 year olds (even if some are biologically older than that, that changes nothing).
Agreed! I'm stealing your "mooch the free knowledge " line.
Well said Babriel, and replying supporters - hate the keyboard warriors
You are so right you can say the most innocent thing and someone will object. Keep going ray !
all jackwagons aside we luv you Raymond keep on keepn on
I must say I like watching your content you’re a great mechanic with a really calm demeanor. Haters gonna hate keep what you’re doing.
As an motor technician, now well retired, I remember getting crankshafts like this. It is highly likely to be a crystalline fracture which is manufacturing fault. They are usually caused by a fault in the heat treating process which is highly complicated. Rarely occurs.
Cool perspective. Is this uncommon even for a motor with that high of mileage?
@@friendlyhonda3187 That's not particularly high miles. Most of the trucks I sell are in that 200 to 250 range and still have years left in them. Of course those are all LS engines, but a 'yota V6 will usually last about as long with good care. 350k is usually around when things start to come from together.
@@FMChimera Makes me happy. I own an LS engine.
I was going to suggest the same, after 200k worth of heat cycling it finally became brittle enough to give. And if the timing belt was just switched that added bit of tension could've pushed it over the edge. I have a 240k 1mz in my Lexus and It's a pretty decent engine if you actually keep up with maintenance. But they will absolutely grenade in spectacular fashion if abused enough.
I've had a few crankshafts that were broken all the way through but at such an angle they could still be started up and ran.
Ray- I live in the UK, I love the videos you put out- in I wish more garages did videos like you, not only to show the customers, but also for the learning that it offers. Ignore the haters, the rest of us love the content!
Just stumbled across this video. I was hanging out watching you work when you called out the ugly people. That right there was enough for me to hit that subscribe button. That and you're a dang good mechanic. I don't have much faith left in people either. But it seems I found at least one more decent human out there in this crazy world. Keep up the great work! I just learned something new today.
Been tripping over this guy's videos for a little while, Exactly like you, that "haters" line, got me subscribed too, cheers
I'm not mechanical at all and I watch you do what you do all the time and I see the logic and the difficult times but what you do is still majic in my opinion. I'm amazed at your ability to deduce and diagnose the these problems. I can see expierience is a big part of the trick.Thank you for putting all of your work out there. I don't know many people that would have the balls to video tape themselves doing their job every day. Also thanks for being an honest mechanic. I fear those are becoming harder to find.
Hi Ray, I’m no mechanic but just a car guy, love all that you do, from your content, sense of humour and everything in between. Keep up the great content and all the best from everyone in Australia and as always “have a great day” 🇦🇺 🇺🇸
im UK, I live in thaialnd now - I love the main dist shops here they let you right under the car and there is very little HSE or "you cant see what we are doing-gedd out" generally a totally differnt envirnment than UK, but having a Thai wife to interpret helps but they do respect engineers (I'm sparks not too much mech just enough to know what to ask for)
My theory would be: The guy who made the timing belt job didn't used a camshaft sprocket holding tool while tightening the sprocket. Instead, he held the camshaft itself with an open end wrench (on the same spot you used to rotate the camshaft) while tightening the bolt. This introduced stress cracks, which then, combined with the load from the tensioned timing belt eventually lead to the shearing of the camshaft in this particular area.
Greetings from germany! :)
right on the money.. ... i was one of the turds that perform the exact action on a Camry with the same engine to which lead to same result on bank 1. having the tool or holding the sprocket is the only way
@@FEETLE Yes, and the slight bend in the cracked area was also responsible for the galled pair of bearings which put crazy stress on the cam as it was seizing up.
@@OldTooly another accurate diagnosis 👍🏼
that would resutl int he engine absically self destructing?
@@randomrazr apparently the chaos wasn't immediate.... lead to a testament of good engineering 👏🏽
Ray, Don't give up hope. For every 'hater', there are 50 of us who sit quietly, never comment, and are forever thankful for your content. You do an amazing service (for free) to all of us wanna-be weekend mechanics. Keep the faith bro, and the amazing content.
Thanks! Very educational, and the camera work is actually fantastic considering what you are trying to document.
On a happier note, I got my dad a few of the tools you recommended and use as fathers day presents. He already has used most of them and loves them. You are a good guy and thats why I trusted your recommendations.
I have been with Autozone over 20 years, you have a great show on RUclips. Your are a great mechanic, honest, skilled, real and put the customer first, even when it isn't the easiest thing to do. You're very inventive, always finding a way to finish the task CORRECTLY. Don't let these @$#$%# get you down and I was happy to see you vent about it. You have a great following of fans, far more than the the few ****. Keep up the great work and I look forward to see your next video each day.
Hi, I never comment on videos, but your rant brought me here: your videos are great! Keep doing what you’re doing. Ignore the trolls. I enjoy them, even at you 40th airco port replacement I still get excited! Keep it up!
The recommended procedure is not always the best route to take when doing something. I have no problem with your approach. Sometimes, going out of your way gives knowledge on possible future situations. Good video
I’m sure you’ve heard it 1 million times from your other viewers, but you run a very realistic, healthy, and educational channel. I’ve only been watching for a couple of weeks now, and I have learned more watching this channel that I have from the books in my studies and my own practice. Better people will be bitter, but there’s one thing that you have from them that they can’t take back, a view number.
I’ve been watching you from my garage in Australia and never found or heard anything that should cause anyone to take offence to you
In fact I find very instructive and helpful please keep going it’s part of my day that I look forward to rods BC
GOD BLESS you for being an honest mechanic who actually knows what he's doing
I'm just a home tinkerer who does his own work, but I find videos like this to be EXTREMELY interesting. There's a thrill in opening stuff up, and not knowing what you're gonna find. It's like fishing, and bringing up god knows what. lol
I just discovered your channel, and despite what the haters say, I really appreciate your stream-of-conciousness approach. I am not a mechanic, but I've been working on my family's cars since I was a teenager in the 60s, but what I'm learning most from the videos is the mindset you go about to identify the problems (and it's also reassuring that even a pro can be stumped at times).
It would be interesting to see what the bearing clearance is on the bearing right behind that upper pulley. If there was a leak in the seal such that the previous mechanic had to replace the seal, that might indicate that the bearing was worn. If the bearing is worn, the belt would exert a side force, a bending force, on the cam shaft. Each time the camshaft was rotated, that side force would exert a wobbling side force on the shaft. If there was the slightest stress crack or defect in the metal structure from manufacturing, that could lead to the crack spreading and the shaft eventually failing.
The take-away might be that if the seal is leaking, don't just replace the seal. Check the condition of the bearing behind the seal because if the bearing is worn the new seal won't last long.
'bearing clearance on fhe bearing behind upper pulley', can you explain in other words what you meant?
In general your theory sounds plausible to me, maybe looking at the crack could shed some light on damage type, but I don't feel experienced enough to call the shots here
That would be my guess as well
I would add possible oil channel blockage to that bearing
@@naurisb3142 I'm with you on that one! Very poor lubrication caused a partial seizure of the Camshaft. Evidence being all of the metal which had been deposited upon the Bearing Caps - obviously well prior to the Camshaft break happening. I would have also checked - to see if the V6 Engine was an "Interference" engine. If it isn't an Interference engine, then it should be a simple fix - without stripping-off the Head to examine the pistons / valves for damage.
I’ve learned that “Misery truly loves company” and trust me there’s a lot of miserable people out there! Keep doing what you doing the majority of us love your channel.
Amen to that
And because it loves company, misery tries to inflict itself on everyone around it... Don't give in! Combat it with humor and a sunny outlook! :D
Well said hurbye! Ray keep up the good work.
People, no need to tell Mr. Ray how to deal with those who cannot even contribute anything technical and only leave negative comments, just tell Mr. Ray the technical info if you know something he does not, to hopefully help Mr. Ray solve the puzzle. Cut to the point.
My take on this one is: The camshaft broke first, then the timing belt started to deform. Yes, since the belt is still under tension, the one bank still works, became a 1.65 liter, 3-cylinder engine, haha.
Why the camshaft broke, no one has to know anymore no point dwelling in the past, just change the camshaft, install new cam seal, put new timing belt in(I did it to my Dad's 2006 Sienna van), and voila!