Tips for Inspecting a Junkyard Vehicle: How I knew Grim was a good purchase
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- Опубликовано: 10 фев 2019
- Hey, y'all! In today's video, I talk about the "how" in my equation of choosing the perfect cheapo work truck. How did I know that my engine wasn't going to explode tomorrow? Watch as I go over the simple tests that I used to solidify my purchasing choice.
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* Disclaimer: obviously, there are many more tests that I could have performed and shown in this video; this is by no means an exhaustive list. These are merely the tests that I deemed to be important enough to share today (while also keeping my video as close to 15 minutes as possible) that employed the simplest tools and could be accessible to the largest audience. Please understand this before asking me why I didn't do ________, ________, or _______. Chances are that I very well may have, but simply didn't include it in this video. For recommendations on other tips and tricks for inspecting a used vehicle for sale, please address the viewers in your comments.
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Special tools used in this video:
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Block tester: (combustion leak detection fluid) www.blocktester.com/instructio...
Transmission Issue Reports: repairpal.com/automatic-trans...
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These older Faye videos are just golden. I love her older style when she would insert all different parts including cute facial expressions. I'm going back and watching a ton of older content and it makes me miss the times when she first started.
Awww haha I thought people got burnt out on my mannerisms haha I'll start adding them back in, thanks for the feedback!!!!!
@@FayeHadley People learn better and retain much more information when they enjoy the instructor and his/her content. You make the learning environment fun when you make videos with those "mannerisms" in my opinion. Truly unique 👌.
Been a technician for 13 years. You've broken it all down perfectly, keep up the good work..... nothing but respect....😁
Why thank you!
Great video
I've always just let the engine run just long enough for the thermostat to open then look in the radiator while giving it some gas. The coolant should drop as the engine revs. If you have a blown head gasket/cracked head/block the revving will push coolant back into the radiator and make the coolant rise instead of drop.
Faye is one of the coolest mechanics I ever saw. She really knows what she's talking about and actually cares.
Agreed. She is a gifted young woman that has obviously be born with The Gift.
Ms Hadley has done what most mechanics with their own business have done; find a reliable truck or van from a junkyard for a daily ride. A lot of us have to the same as the prices of good used vehicles are out of most people's range. And you can check them out & get parts right there. Hats off to you.
If Raven from Teen Titans quit her superhero gig, and became a gearhead, she would be Faye! Congratulations on 10, no, 11,000+ subscribers, Faye!
BTW, was that you singing the background music?
Yes! I snagged the audio from one of my karaoke videos:)
OMG YASSS!!
@@FayeHadley you sounded awesome
Thank you!
Honestly I think shes more like starfire in personality lol
I love watching chickens take dust baths. We have chickens as well and that is something that brings a smile to my face.
First, coolest chickens ever! Second, your editing is getting so, so good. And third, thanks for the great content - such good advice for checking a used car out before buying it. Grim is so lucky that you are his new owner!
Toyotas rock 😉 I worked at the dealership for 7 years. Nice video Faye. Thank you for sharing. There should be more female mechanics.
cool chickens! Thanks! I bought a '96 4runner limited a while back with 158K miles and NO rust for $1500. It was a vacation ski home vehicle, one owner. As I was doing my inspection, mice had built a nest in the air box. Amazed it ran with all the midden plugging the filter. It was well maintained except the tires were 20 years old and practically petrified even though they still had good tread. Put about another $1500 into it with tires and all fluid changes, plugs and wires and have a great truck now worth about $10-12K. Just found your channel and love it! Keep on keepin' on Girl!
A 4Runner in good shape is a great vehicle. I grabbed a 2004 Tacoma with the V-6 only because the engine was so solid and clean, it is a 4x4 and a 5 speed manual. Starting cold is a must. I was really happy how smoothly it shifted through the 4 wheel drive modes. I like to remove the oil cap and run my finger all around the inside of the valve cover to see if there is a gunk issue. You got a killer deal on Grim. Got my timing belt/water pump kit ordered. I love your pet chickens. Obviously well loved and cared for. I live in an apartment so I have a pet cat. Sky. Best buddy. Great tips. Thank you Faye.
My grandson is driving a 1997 4Runner I purchased new in '97. It currently has 280,000 miles in it. He does his own maintenance on it. He loves that truck. I'll let him know about your channel.
GREAT, thanks!! :)
AutoZone in CA has freeloaner tools. I got a radiator pressure tester and found a lower hose leak from a loose clamp. The head gasket tester was available but you had to buy the fluid for $10.00. You had some very good advice for the DIY'er. Also, an inexpensive code reader for the OBD2 would be great also. You got a bargain by knowing your stuff. You have Moxie. Bravo!
Glad you put your safety glasses on.. safety is a must..
Especially when you work for your self.
Faye you are awesome, I am glad I discovered you. I just bought a used 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk. I dont get to be home much only 10 days after being out 60 and its got me nervous having bought it while out on the road, having it shipped home and getting all the tax and other things done only by going home for a day. I inspected the thing pretty good and feel its pretty good but I am on pins and needles until I can take my 10 and look at it some more and drive it around. While looking at your scrutiny of your gem, looking can never replace a serious scrutiny with my car but I do feel better about using a keener eye and a TECH to help with a better inspection. I know about the smoke in the tail pipe and a number of other inspection pts but nothing replaces a good TECH. Anyway, ty for being here I really appreciate you . I think you are smoking HOT! Keep it up sweet heart
Super cute with those safety glasses on.
Sincerely wished you were in my area. I would feel really confident with you maintaining my vehicle.
Autozone rents that kit. They call it a "Block Tester."
Biggest issue with 4runners is front caliper pistons freezing. Unless they are used for off roading they are pretty much basic maintenance vehicles that go on forever.
I own a 2007 4runner SR5, 100,000 miles, no problems, just oil changes, brakes and tires.
Great find, Great video!
Hearing your preference for a car's age makes me want to kick my used pickup search into high gear. Reminds me of my dad's(he's 60) advice. Thanks for sharing your wisdom!
BTW, just discovered your channel. I hope it explodes, and grows!
You will positively LOVE your 4Runner. I have 288.680 on mine and I just returned from a 6000 mile round trip across country with zero issues.
That combustion gas checker is really cool.
I have five kids and at one time was keeping eight cars on the road, doing basic maintenance and some big jobs like head gaskets in my garage. I forward channels like this to my daughters, who love working on their cars to prove that this isn't just for boys. Thanks for sharing!
I'd love for you and Sarah (Sarah-n-Tuned) to get together on a project sometime.
She probably couldn't handle being next to her knockers hanging out while wrenching... she might get a little thirsty... Just sayin!
Thanks for the recommendation, I will have to check her out! I love collabing with other women. :)
@Mark Frey umm WUT
@@markfrey5709 Eww.
Oh, shes's a pretty big RUclipsr, I didn't realize, she probably wouldn't want to collab with little me haha plus it looks like we have pretty different styles with the way we present automotive. I am not closed off to the idea though!
Hi Faye. I found your channel when searching for 'replacing the fuel filter on MY 1997 4-Runner'. I do my own service, so I hope to learn more about my 4-Runner from watching you work on yours. I bought mine new in 1996 and have put 209,000 KM on it (130K miles) in 23 years, and love it to death. No major problems whatever - just consumables, so far. Keep up the good work.
You're doing an awesome job and very knowledgeable. The 4runner is a awesome vehicle. I brought a 84 model when they first came out over here in Australia back in the 80's and now own a 2nd gen RV6 3vze motor which has done 420,000 k's and hasn't missed a beat. The motor has never been cracked open and I always do my service every 5,000 k's and always use the Toyota coolant. The motor is flushed out with diesel and I have a magnet attached to the filter to keep metal fragments out of the engine. It doesn't even use oil or blow any smoke. Keep up the service and they just keep going.
Keep up the good work.
I have a 2001 Toyota 4Runner and it is absolutely one of the best vehicles I have EVER owned!! Nice find and good job!! You just earned yourself a new subscriber, keep up the great work Faye!! :)
DeathMammoth I came to comment on the vehicle to. I had a 2001 Tacoma with that motor. Loved that motor
That combustion leak tester is pretty kick ass I never knew Bluepoint made that ! Thank for the info 👍🏼👍🏼
Of course! That's the goal of my channel (and why I watch other automotive RUclipsrs) !! I learn so much from watching other people work on cars.
You can get it on Amazon from the manufacturer for like $40
You measured twice and cut once. Good prep is rewarded.
The closest thing I've ever seen to the perfect woman! Your attitude, your brains, and your passion for automobiles makes you so very awesome! And beautiful to boot! Keep up the great work!!
Before you know it, you'll pass the 100k mark and beyond! You're got that Top Gear/Grand Tour style entertainment which makes the channel really bingeworthy. Great job!
I think what you're doing is great. You're a better mechanic than most guys I know. Car people in general are a dying breed. Keep up the good work!
You are such a wealth of understandable information you are an inspiration.
Thank you!
Scotty Kilmer is in Texas too. If you guys are close to each other, you should consider doing a video together. It might expose your audiences to each other, and it would probably make for an interesting video.
Dont think the chicken and the black and white cat will get along so hot.
Both Toyota lovers! It's a match made in heaven
And both dont really like new cars
This is an awesome idea. “New school vs. new school”
It will be a bad match seems like Scotty stopped working on cars years ago and makes his money from RUclips and apparently Fay is still actually working on vehicles just saying.
Well you know that 4Runner has another 100k miles of life easy now. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
Wow! Unlike the BS that most RUclipsrs talk about, you really cram terrific useful info into a small space. Most people don't know the work you put into these videos.Your delivery, your personality, your experience, your work and editing! Fantastic job, such a valuable contribution and service to us all. And not just because I have a soft spot for female mechanics.
Best part of this video, how do I choose? The chicken? The "got it, bought it , brought it"? The list of tools demonstrated, the information, or just the pure joy, happiness and pride on your face? Every bit of it was the best! Bonus dirt bathing chickens.
:)) I love watching them play in the dirt!!
Some of mine will let me put extra dirt on top of them like you bury people in the sand at the beach. So silly.
Luck is when preparation meets opportunity. Nice work
2 thumbs ups up!! and yes I always smell the exhaust... but I am an old guy mech, we did not have all the fancy stuff back when. my dad could just listen and smell and tell you what was wrong with an engine. respect for the vids
Love the way you express yourself ,is not easy to share the knowledge,many options in you tube but you are one of my fabs. keep up the good work !!
Thanks Faye this summer I will be looking for my son's first vehicle.
I will be adding the suggested tools to my toolbox
You deserve way more subs. Best of luck to you. Thanks for the great info.
You did a fine job of relaying the information via video. Thanks for the tips along the way.
Great video thanks. Congrats on the 11k . Glad you took everything you needed with you and got what you wanted . Taking your time with the other stuff is not always a bad thing. Keep up the great work see you in the next video thanks again
Enjoyed your posting this. Always interested in how others do things, their work & thought precess. (I have a 1986 4-runner I bought in 1987. Love it.) Following you now. Good job. You’re smart & resourceful. I learn a lot watching you. Keep it up!
Wow...just found your channel! Just 2 videos watched, already one of my favorite channels, besides Scotty’s. Thank you for this video and others. Grim is excellent truck, my friend has 97 runner still run daily perfectly, probably runs forever with you taking care professionally .
Another 1k subs after 2 more days, Congrats! You are on your way to 100k. Great info in this video. The Autozone free block tester rental with free test fluid is a single chamber tester. They suggest removing/draining some coolant to avoid contaminating the fluid. It works well and the free price is right in case you need to buy head gaskets from them. Great suggestion to start a car cold when looking to buy. On an impulse I bought a 69 Camaro last year. When I looked at it and later when I picked it up it ran fine, but I didn't know the owner warmed it up for at least 15 min each time. When cold it wouldn't stay running and stalled all the time. Tough to drive a manual trans like this, I needed a 3rd foot. It was really embarrassing stalling it all the time and then flooding it for a no re-start in traffic. Fortunately a choke and idle air screw adjustments fixed that problem, but it could have been really bad. Keep up the great work.
Great video Faye. Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us. Keep them videos coming.
Thanks for the informative video, Miss Hadley. I now know what to look out for, when purchasing a used vehicle. All the best in your RUclips success. Cheers.
Brilliant video and a great breakdown of what to look for in a used vehicle before you purchase! I highly recommend doing everything you suggested at a dealership too! They are the worst for just changing the oil, detailing and then putting the vehicle out on the lot!
Also, Faye when pressure testing your cooling system, if you are losing fluid and cannot see where it’s going, don’t forget the heater core! The floors mats will be wet under the dash. Heater cores are a bear to change out most of the time.
Keep up the brilliant job, Faye! Wish you were in Cali! I’d love to have a wrenching buddy as knowledgeable, fun, cute and cool as you!
Cheers! 🇬🇧😊
I'm a mech. Those 3.4s are almost indestructible and beautifully smooth motors. Had a off roader that I abused day in day out for a couple of years (4runner with the 3.4) and I was absolutely blown away by the amount of punishment it could take and nothing broke. Now got a 3L diesel Hilux which are even more overbuilt than the 4runner, typical torquey diesel but absolutely gutless.
I still like using your videos just like a good old chilton or Haynes manual. Great reference material and always well laid out. Thanks Faye!
Another great video, I like all of your Toyota repair videos. Very helpful.
Love the close-up on the eyes, Faye ! Ha ! Also, that's one cool pressure tester kit. I have a Stant kit with a couple of adapters, but nothing like that. Wow !
Great video again! Awesome job. Great tool for combustion gas testing. I've got to find one. Thanks for the tips on a used vehicle.
Nice find on the 4Runner, and congradulations on all your subscribers! All my cars are 5spd. Manuals. I too have a daily driver 4Runner. It's a 99 SR5 5spd. manual 4x4. I'm still doing all the maintenance, before jumping into upgrades. It's got over 330,000 original miles. I used Redline MT-90 on the gearbox and transfer case. I also used Lucas 75w-90 on the front and rear diffs. For now, I'm running Mobil 1 high milage 5w-30 and Liqi-Moly truck edition in the crank case. I swapped all the regular plugs for goldplugs. With crazy strong magnets. Need to address the fuel system and will also be changing out the lower ball joints with outer tie rod ends. Your channel is very inspiring! Keep up the good work! 👍
Really loving your videos. Very straight forward and informative. You rock. Only watched a few so far, but loving your channel.
I’m interested in getting a used 4Runner and this video really helped me in figuring out what I should be looking for! Took notes in everything. Thanks!
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Great Video!
Didn't realize there where so many tools/methods to test for the dreaded HG leak!
Another great video. You have a great knack for explaining things. Keep up the great work. I know that's three greats in a row, but it's all true!
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Im a tire man by trade but my dad is a mechanic. You explained everything perfectly. Motor and tranny are key to buying a used vehicle. Other probs. Are just maintenance issues. I can not stress it enough how important maintenance is on a 🚙. I like ur thought process and friendly attitude. Thanks for ur knowledge.
Awesome Faye!!! Love watching your videos and I pick up a lot of good car tips too!!!
Great job Faye. Keep up the great work!
Thank you!!
I am so glad to see a female mechanic with videos. I stumbled onto your stuff looking up tips on changing the 4 runner fuel filter cause I had to change one on my daughters. I do my own work and though most things are straight forward and fairly the same if it’s on a vehicle I always look up stuff to find what is easy. I enjoyed your video and felt your a very cool hip chic. And I am now subscribed to your channel looking at your stuff and will be sending this video to my daughter even though she doesn’t want to be a mechanic. I feel for her to see and learn but more importantly to see another female doing this stuff is very inspirational. Thank you so much for what you do and sharing so that young ladies can look up to you and know they can get their hands dirty and still look beautiful and be lady like again thank you so much!
I meant if it’s on a vehicle I haven’t worked on before I like to look stuff up. Sorry got ahead of myself on my post
Your channel has grown significantly in the 19 months since you made this video and I’m sure it’ll snowball from here. I’ve only come across it today. Not only do you know what you’re talking about but you have the best laugh Ive heard in quite a while,
great video good to see a young person working with their hands ,you know your stuff
Remember, a clean engine is a happy engine.
The 3.4L Toyota 4Runner from 1996 to 2002 is one of the most reliable I heard.
Times two. Wise choice. Guaranteed Faye will give the love this 'Runner deserves.
That’s a really reliable engine
You are sure right. Mine is a 2004 V-6, 3.4 L. Isn't that about the precise same engine? Gen. 1?
I knew you would go far! Now almost 40k. Keep being awesome 👍
Great video: informative and good luck with Grim. All the best.
39.4 now my tv ladie! Keep up the fantastic work!
Congratulations on your 11,000 subscribers Faye. I love your channel . 💝💝💝💝💝💝
Scotty says "I knew it was a good buy because it's a Toyota , thank u next"
Amazing, Faye! Well done
Your very informative. And your good with Toyota’s. They run forever with minor maintenance. The cooling system pressure test is the BEST way to find leaks in cooling system. Great job.
I hope my daughter is like you your awesome !! I am teachen her all about cars and how to work on them so she doesn’t have to depend on anyone and the best things is she loves it
Thanks for the breakdown Faye - appreciate you!
Great job Faye,glad you got a good running vehicle,always gotta be careful buying used vehicle.Old Grim looks like she in pretty good shape.
Thank you for another awesome video!
i think your videos are very decent Faye and let me say i am certianly proud of you i am a mechanic of 35 plus years you go girl you have my support
Sometimes the heater core as well, keep it up young Lady. Your channel is awesome!
16,000 Subscribers now! You're doing awesome!
I didn't know about the leak detection kit you have, particulary the gas detection in the coolant, I have to remember this. Good that you can do all those tests before buying Grim, over here they would say you buy it as you see it :-). Great work as allways and cute chickens ;-)
Great explanation - logical and very helpful. Thanks very much! Love those chicken shop helpers.
I just discovered your channel and I love it. Best to you!
Got lucky with the timing too! have never seen the one checker. So cool.
Makes me miss my 3rd gen! I did so much to that truck and it was frustrating and fun to learn to wrench on. Cool channel, definitely sub'ing!
Great vid keep them coming. Love from 🏴
Most amazing videos I don't know how I stumbled across your feed. But it gives me something awesome to watch. I think we're both about the same age. Cool to see someone doing their thing. Especially being skilled at doing cool stuff cleetus and cars in Houston in a couple weeks. Don't know if I'll make it, but hope you go. Maybe I'll see you there. If not, I'll see you on here. Love your videos.
As a fan of 4runners its always good to learn what they need to keep on ticking. 😊👍
Great video Faye thanks for sharing this experience. Know I have a better idea what to look out for when buying a car.
Faye you're great. Love all your help.
Awesome points.young lady. Keep the videos coming.
Faye...I like your common sense/shadetree approach to automotive diagnosis and repair (i run out of daylight and have to break out the worklights also :) )also you seem practical with your spending and convey that to your viewers ---liked and subbed ...
Faye, great video. I do a lot of DIY work on my cars and I learned a lot in this 18 minute video. Subscribed. Go Texas.
Your an awesome mechanic with loads of good knowledge, thanks for sharing this video.
+1 for researching common problems ahead of time on the interwebs. jbweld radiator, thats a riot!
Awesome Faye! thanks for the vid!
Love your channel and vids, Faye!
A lot of work required to be that lucky - I particularly liked the point about accepting issues you knew you could fix cheaply/easily.
Things do go much better when you properly prepare in advance.
Awesome Faye, as always ur leading by example Hua!!!!