3 Mechanic Secrets I Have to Tell You Before I Retire

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  • Опубликовано: 6 окт 2020
  • 5 Things You Should Be Doing to Your Car, DIY life hacks and car repair with auto mechanic Scotty Kilmer. Life hack that will make your engine run better. How to make engine run like new. How to make engine run smoother. Doing this will make your engine run better. How to fix a lean engine. Engine problems and engine repair. Engine life hacks. Car Advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 52 years.
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  • @scottykilmer
    @scottykilmer  3 года назад +112

    These Haters are Trying to Shut Down My Channel: ruclips.net/video/jSITS0h9VJY/видео.html
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    4. Cheap Scan Tool: amzn.to/2D8Tvae
    5. Dash Cam (Every Car Should Have One): amzn.to/2YQW36t
    6. Basic Mechanic Tool Set: amzn.to/2tEr6Ce
    7. Professional Socket Set: amzn.to/2Bzmccg
    8. Ratcheting Wrench Set: amzn.to/2BQjj8A
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    • @jdmforever5583
      @jdmforever5583 3 года назад +16

      No worries Scotty the haters don't have a chance of shutting you down they just hate to hear the truth!

    • @Sean-John
      @Sean-John 3 года назад +5

      I like these longer videos

    • @akhyarrayhka4048
      @akhyarrayhka4048 3 года назад +1

      Drive your celica scotty

    • @WesselGerrits
      @WesselGerrits 3 года назад +1

      Hey Scotty, what do you think about the bmw e39 5 series?

    • @FathomFrequency
      @FathomFrequency 3 года назад +1

      @Scotty Kilmer would you happen to remember what dodge models installed the water pumps without weep holes? I just replaced my old 98 dodge ram's water pump- now it has me worried. A mechanic i employed to replace it also replaced a power steering hose that failed within 3 months. Curious about his judgement and whether these "non-weep hole" pumps are possibly offered as generics for repairs?? 😬....just wondering

  • @jackblaze69
    @jackblaze69 3 года назад +867

    Intro “Rev up your engines!” 5 mins into the video “don’t rev up your engines!”

  • @MeatandTatersGaming54
    @MeatandTatersGaming54 3 года назад +528

    My Dad was a mechanic for 15 years and he use to tell me a lot of the same things that Scotty talks about in his videos.

    • @TheDJF3
      @TheDJF3 3 года назад +53

      Means your dad is the truth like Scottie. Y’all are lucky to get that free knowledge

    • @DamianXvolt
      @DamianXvolt 3 года назад +20

      Not everyone has yer dad

    • @samuelhepburn2636
      @samuelhepburn2636 3 года назад +20

      Sounds like a cool guy

    • @Tsch6373
      @Tsch6373 3 года назад +28

      My dad wasn't a mechanic but he maintained all of our cars very well. This was back in the 60s and 70s before cars became computer controlled.

    • @emperormaximiliano
      @emperormaximiliano 3 года назад +7

      Sounds like he’s been watching Scotty for 15 years

  • @MegaHolymoly
    @MegaHolymoly 3 года назад +541

    This dude said 3 secrets ended up giving a 21 min video on 100 different things lol

    • @sew04ss
      @sew04ss 3 года назад +7

      😂🤣

    • @dhabangiemmanuel4505
      @dhabangiemmanuel4505 3 года назад +7

      I know, right?

    • @naive1769
      @naive1769 3 года назад +28

      Everybody liked that exact aspect of this video

    • @kensmithmail
      @kensmithmail 3 года назад +69

      That means you got 97 extra secrets for free, Scotty is a very generous guy!!!!

    • @diegocontreras2717
      @diegocontreras2717 3 года назад +12

      Lol he knows the RUclips algorithm

  • @nahid1981
    @nahid1981 3 года назад +187

    This guy is not a mechanic, this is called legend.

    • @scottharrisohn6972
      @scottharrisohn6972 3 года назад +9

      personality, wisdom and communication, this man has it all.

    • @binagarten4667
      @binagarten4667 2 года назад

      This guy is a not a mechanic, hes a one line artist!

    • @whistlep4494
      @whistlep4494 Год назад

      @@binagarten4667
      Who do you work for to try and hurt this expert? Who is paying you….let’s talk about your business and hurt your business.
      Do unto others as you have them do u to you….

  • @makkmedina
    @makkmedina 3 года назад +152

    Hey man you can't retire, you gotta keep teaching us 👍

    • @sevensickszero8966
      @sevensickszero8966 3 года назад +5

      I'm thinking he'll still make videos after he retires.....

    • @collectivevids5188
      @collectivevids5188 2 года назад +7

      He won’t retire.. he was built by Toyota.

    • @tonylol3935
      @tonylol3935 2 года назад +2

      @@collectivevids5188 wtf😂😂😂

  • @pittsburghchip4645
    @pittsburghchip4645 3 года назад +293

    Car knowledge + years of experience + common sense = Scotty!!!

    • @MRLEE-of5fj
      @MRLEE-of5fj 3 года назад +7

      Don't forget, he's a sex symbol.

    • @mamudufofanah1332
      @mamudufofanah1332 3 года назад +3

      Couldn’t have said it better my self

    • @ricmolina28
      @ricmolina28 3 года назад +5

      You forgot + funny animal pics.

    • @TreeHugger27
      @TreeHugger27 3 года назад +4

      Don’t forget the sunglasses

    • @samtiglao4946
      @samtiglao4946 3 года назад +4

      Lastly the uhmp sounds after he tighten any fasteners. 🤣🤣🤣

  • @luisdiaz3887
    @luisdiaz3887 3 года назад +38

    As simple like this: don’t retire please. We’re learning a lot from your experiences as mechanic.

  • @williamwerman3268
    @williamwerman3268 3 года назад +26

    Another tip, let the engine run for about 30 seconds before driving. Make sure engine oil is circulating and transmission oil. Only takes a few seconds. I seen several people take off and floor it as soon as it starts. And it never hurts to drive slow and easy until everything gets warm.

    • @YesiPleb
      @YesiPleb Год назад +2

      I do this. First thing I do when I get in the car is start the engine THEN get myself sorted.

    • @NOVA__tire_man69
      @NOVA__tire_man69 8 месяцев назад +2

      Not über necessary on late model cars and trucks but start your vehicle up by the time you buckle up your good

  • @informationcollectionpost3257
    @informationcollectionpost3257 3 года назад +16

    Somehow his 3 secrets to getting a car to last ended up becoming 7 to 8 secrets but I lost track of the exact number. Several of those secrets I discovered the hard way. I think that Scotty enjoys making videos because he just loves to talk and wave his arms around. At least he is a good & honest mechanic which are becoming harder and harder to find.

  • @Devxphoto
    @Devxphoto 3 года назад +115

    That’s Scotty for all the info over the years, you’ve saved me lots of money!

    • @jennifernguyen9477
      @jennifernguyen9477 3 года назад +4

      & big shitty car companies are mad lol 😆 🤷‍♀️

  • @cincinnatislider
    @cincinnatislider 3 года назад +402

    So you’re saying if I lose 100 lbs. my car will last longer?

    • @SoukaDeezNutz
      @SoukaDeezNutz 3 года назад +36

      Remove the rear seats from your sedan when not in use.

    • @applepoop10
      @applepoop10 3 года назад +15

      @@SoukaDeezNutz The rear seats only weight a few pounds, it will not have much of an affect.

    • @ag135i
      @ag135i 3 года назад +8

      Maybe you and your car both.

    • @lonewanderer958
      @lonewanderer958 3 года назад +4

      Ian Above right? Its like 40lbs max 🤣

    • @robertsturtevant6185
      @robertsturtevant6185 3 года назад

      🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @evanmalitz6680
    @evanmalitz6680 3 года назад +41

    5 things? More like 55 things your mechanic doesn’t want you to know! Thanks Scotty!

  • @aussieexpat
    @aussieexpat 3 года назад +88

    Last month a mechanic tried to sell me on getting a new water pump on my Toyota sienna that had only done 24k. He said exactly what you said he would! Had it pressure tested at Toyota, no problem.

    • @Tsch6373
      @Tsch6373 3 года назад +8

      Some years ago, Hyundai tried to tell me that I had 50% left on my brakes after the first year that I had it. Made believe that I didn't hear him. Following year, was told the same exact thing - Oh yeah, that's what you said last year! Ignored him then, ignoring him now! Was an 01 Elantra purchased new that year, kept it 10 years, was a 5-speed. An electrical nightmare in the beginning.

    • @doriangray2347
      @doriangray2347 3 года назад +6

      lol! the longest lasting van ever... being asked to replace a part that is brand new. wow. scummy mechanic

    • @st.michaelthearchangel7774
      @st.michaelthearchangel7774 3 года назад +4

      @ $1,000? That is daylight robbery! I am glad you didn't fall for that evil lie they told you. Looks like justice was served to them for pulling that garbage.
      We reap what we sow.

  • @michaeldemetriou1399
    @michaeldemetriou1399 3 года назад +42

    I really like Scotty he is an old school gent.

  • @racheltoby9648
    @racheltoby9648 Год назад +2

    Can't tell you how THANKFUL I am having your guidance. I've had my 94 Toyota Celica since 2000 and I LOVE IT!!! I get A LOT of people that leave notes on the car that want to buy it. I'm 62 yrs old, the car staying in the family. Because of you life has been A LOT less stress free.
    There are no real mechanics out there just rip off's and mess ups that have a lot of explaining to the Lord. God Bless 🙏

  • @charlesschuepfer39
    @charlesschuepfer39 3 года назад +21

    Great point about stop and go driving. I always laugh at the drivers who speed up to red lights. I coast up to red lights, and usually, it turns green by the time I get there!

    • @hunterlong1820
      @hunterlong1820 3 года назад +4

      I drive a manual so I try not to stop completely whenever possible lol. My girlfriend tells me I start slowing down way too soon haha. Saving on gas and car repairs.

    • @montanawarren8462
      @montanawarren8462 2 года назад +1

      Tell her you're saving on your clutch...

  • @rikkwakeupwesternworld9874
    @rikkwakeupwesternworld9874 3 года назад +7

    Please keep going Scotty, lots of mechanical businesses don't want you to share secrets, the truth hurts them, very well done so far.

  • @Maximus_Decimus_Meridius01
    @Maximus_Decimus_Meridius01 3 года назад +17

    Here is my favourite mechanic. It's nice to see you Scotty.

  • @michaell3711
    @michaell3711 3 года назад +7

    Mechanical tips to help us ALL. What a gift in Scotty !!!! Long life king.

  • @SlingingLead
    @SlingingLead 3 года назад +145

    Does anyone actually believe that Scotty is ever going to retire? I don't.

    • @suggesttwo
      @suggesttwo 3 года назад +17

      He will retire when his wife makes him.

    • @HR-wd6cw
      @HR-wd6cw 3 года назад +21

      As far as I can tell, he never really "worked". Working on cars has probably been like a lifelong vacation for him....

    • @daveyfromdownsouth7889
      @daveyfromdownsouth7889 3 года назад +7

      gonna be honest i dont think that its working on cars. its the satisfaction after you fix it.

    • @nunya___
      @nunya___ 3 года назад +12

      Car mechanics don't retire, the just stubbornly rust.

    • @prepperjonpnw6482
      @prepperjonpnw6482 3 года назад +10

      What would he do? Fixing cars and making RUclips videos is his life. My fear would be that he wouldn’t last long because he loves doing those two things. I would love to see him get a tv show of some kind. Remember pimp your ride? Maybe he could travel the country fixing cars for people or exposing mechanics that take advantage of people with unnecessary repairs and/or over charging people. I would definitely watch every episode.

  • @jennatolls904
    @jennatolls904 3 года назад +12

    Scotty: *secrets i have to tell you before i retire*
    also Scotty: i don’t plan on retiring anytime soon. i like helping people with their cars

  • @SK-xi3ph
    @SK-xi3ph 3 года назад +36

    Scotty going full poetic on dodge: 9:14
    "Metal Parts
    Hit The Wires
    Broke The Wires
    Started Fires"

  • @kingofallmediums2123
    @kingofallmediums2123 10 месяцев назад +1

    Not just a podcast, but a spontaneous act of generosity! 😆

  • @s.j.5850
    @s.j.5850 3 года назад +13

    Great tips Scotty. Sometimes we forget the little things that make a car last longer. Thanks for the remind!

  • @DIYBIGMAN
    @DIYBIGMAN 3 года назад +30

    It’s amazing how much you can learn from Scotty!

  • @im_keeper1132
    @im_keeper1132 3 года назад +22

    💯 Scotty is a G.O.A.T. 👊 TY 4Everything!

  • @rrenan4651
    @rrenan4651 3 года назад +93

    But Scotty you said to rev up your engine.

  • @B0xlife1
    @B0xlife1 3 года назад +9

    Videos like this , kill dealerships and mechanics with high price shops LOL because it's the truth , common sense , in great tips to help you do it yourself .

  • @florinpasca4986
    @florinpasca4986 3 года назад +9

    Danke for all these precious informations, Scotty Kilmer🔥peace and love from Romania 🇷🇴

  • @ragincajunfamily4749
    @ragincajunfamily4749 3 года назад +1

    I love watching your videos. Reminds me of being a kid with my late grandfather. He was an inspiration just like you.

  • @marinob7433
    @marinob7433 3 года назад +1

    scotty you are a legend. noone must shut down your channel. we've learnt and keep learning many stuff with you. be well my friend

  • @2.Panzerdivision
    @2.Panzerdivision 3 года назад +11

    What a wealth of information.

  • @WoundedEgo
    @WoundedEgo 3 года назад +6

    If you have an honest mechanic who is good at troubleshooting (finding the real problem) then do what I do... always show up with a pound of great coffee or a Family Size bag of Oreos or something to let them know that you appreciate them. Good guys love NOTHING more than hearing that their humble work meant something to someone enough for them to say those loveliest of words... "Thank you". Scotty, "Thank you".

  • @TonyAdigwe
    @TonyAdigwe 3 года назад +2

    My rx400H was overheating for 2weeks straight especially in a traffic jam, my hit n run mechanics were giving cock n bull tales. Thank God I stumbled on Scotty's videos and a few others like it... little did I know that the water in the radiator was causing this problem due to its lower boiling point.
    I instructed & supervised the drained of the water and also did a flush with distilled water. Added the appropriate coolant and my car has driven perfect since then. I'm so grateful for videos like these. Saving us thousands

  • @Johnnycdrums
    @Johnnycdrums Год назад +1

    AT-205 Reseal is something I was unaware of.
    Happy I learned of it today.

  • @robsidders7161
    @robsidders7161 3 года назад +11

    This is a video that every American who drives a car should watch!

  • @ericspecullaas2841
    @ericspecullaas2841 3 года назад +44

    About 10 years we had a 93 Corolla with the big 1.8L engine 🤣 and were going Yosemite national park. On the way there the temp gauge was perfectly fine. But when we were heading home the radiator cap failed on us so when ever we would hit a hill the temp would skyrocket. So long story short check your cap before you go on a long trip😅😅😅

    • @swervv2957
      @swervv2957 3 года назад +2

      Keep a gun and stay on your toes

    • @DecrepitBiden
      @DecrepitBiden 3 года назад +9

      You should have turn on max heat, lower all the windows. That pulls heat away from the engine.

    • @driver4011
      @driver4011 3 года назад +1

      avoid long trips.

    • @lamoona4269
      @lamoona4269 3 года назад +10

      @@driver4011 ??? That's not how you solve a problem. That's like going to the doctor and telling him you have knee pain when you walk and he just says don't walk.

    • @cheetohair4481
      @cheetohair4481 3 года назад +4

      @@lamoona4269 lmfao im dead

  • @maartenbaumeister
    @maartenbaumeister Год назад +1

    thank you!!!! "you want to minimize the amount of starting and stopping..." thank you, thank you!!!!! people listen to this guy!!!

  • @bonniehatcher8198
    @bonniehatcher8198 10 месяцев назад +1

    Love you Scotty! Don't leave us! We need your Wisdom!

  • @_Lassic_
    @_Lassic_ 3 года назад +18

    Anyone noticing some commonly repeating themes in Scotty's videos?

  • @robertsanders339
    @robertsanders339 3 года назад +9

    Thank u for all u do scotty .. u have helped me and saved me so much on these new cars .. I am not a rich man . If I don't fix it .. it doesn't get fixed .. hell I have bought cars for the price they want to fix new cars lol

  • @indridcold8433
    @indridcold8433 3 года назад +2

    I got tired of the old plastic radiator falling apart in my vehicle every other year. So I bought an after market aluminum radiator with an extra tank. It has been great! Since it is aluminum, it radiates a lot of heat. The plastic radiators barely radiate any heat at all. They are only warm to the touch. My giant aluminum radiator gets very hot as the heat escapes from it. The fan barely turns on at all. I loved my aluminum radiator

  • @lorihudson1153
    @lorihudson1153 3 года назад

    Please dont retire! You're the best!! I just found you and have probably watched at least 20 videos. I'm shopping for a nice older car and you have helped me so much!!😁

  • @richardseelye9938
    @richardseelye9938 3 года назад +4

    Thanks for all you do. Keep up the great work. You have saved me a ton of money.

  • @BlackReapersClan
    @BlackReapersClan 3 года назад +3

    Great informative video Scotty, from one mechanic to another 🛠👌🏾💯!

  • @kathyortiz8774
    @kathyortiz8774 Год назад

    Good comments. Thanks Scotty! Joe

  • @happygay8240
    @happygay8240 3 года назад

    This is a GOOD HONEST MAN!!! sending you lots of love Scotty ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜💓

  • @rotfan77
    @rotfan77 3 года назад +5

    Lots of good advice in there Scotty, thank you for the great advice, and good luck with your move, at least it should be a little bit cooler in Tennessee.

  • @teslatalks2450
    @teslatalks2450 3 года назад +2

    Live Free or Die. I love it. Do you know any good mechanics in Phoenix metro area similar to yourself? Thank you.

  • @randelmalavida
    @randelmalavida 3 года назад +2

    Excellent!!! Some of your tips I've been wondering about for years. Thank You, your awesome energy always pus a smile on my face and gets my engine revved up. (gradually) Randy with the 2007 white v~6 Charger on 22's

  • @TheLizardKing1967
    @TheLizardKing1967 3 года назад +108

    The 6th Mechanic Secret is buying a '94 Celica.

    • @jdmforever5583
      @jdmforever5583 3 года назад +3

      "Duh" Yeah no kidding. You didn't know that!!!!

    • @TheLizardKing1967
      @TheLizardKing1967 3 года назад +11

      @@jdmforever5583 I did know that. I took Scotty's advice and bought a 1994 Celica ST just like his. It's slate Blue with fresh paint and the A/C blows cold as can be!

    • @TheLizardKing1967
      @TheLizardKing1967 3 года назад +6

      Thanks Scotty! Happy Belated Birthday!

    • @kathleensimpson7021
      @kathleensimpson7021 3 года назад

      I have a 1995 Celica convertible and the metal or aluminum that folds the top back broke right where the windows meet! Any suggestions on fixing it without replacing?????

    • @Vgp-rp4iu
      @Vgp-rp4iu 2 года назад +1

      I have a 97 Celica and love it. It was my very first vehicle bought for me for my 15th birthday back in 97. It's got 140k miles and had always been garage kept and doesn't have a scratch on it. It could pass as new. Interior is perfect and the ac blows ice cold. Never been in the shop. Only done oil changes, a few brake jobs, and just had to replace the clutch at 130k miles. That's all that's ever been done to it. It's a damn tank.

  • @aciddiver1978
    @aciddiver1978 3 года назад +7

    My dealership said just that, coolant and transmission fluid lifetime. I had it replaced anyway. Nothing is lifetime. They only want to steal money from us.

  • @mehrnoushkolahdoov198
    @mehrnoushkolahdoov198 3 года назад +2

    Hey bro I really like your videos I appreciate all the hard work you have done for all the years! Millions of peoples lives are much better because of you :)! I hope you stay safe bro don’t let the government shut down your auto repair shop.

  • @miguelperaza6615
    @miguelperaza6615 2 года назад +1

    Love ALL your videos, you put a Lotta research and knowledge to all your clips ! 😉 Congrats ! 👏

  • @sled_neckx9972
    @sled_neckx9972 3 года назад +7

    3:30 that is an RX-8 tach. If you don't rev an RX-8, that is when stuff breaks because of the carbon build up. "A redline a day keeps the carbon away" is a common phrase among RX-8 enthusiasts.

    • @fraided88
      @fraided88 3 года назад +1

      Same also with every engine. It isn't healthy for the engine to run on low rpms all year without hitting redline.

    • @sled_neckx9972
      @sled_neckx9972 3 года назад

      @@fraided88 True. RX8s seem very sensitve to carbon build up, especially the automatic one that doesnt rev as high. I have heard of many engines trashed from people not knowing how to drive them.

  • @jonnyboat2
    @jonnyboat2 3 года назад +5

    Don’t retire. If you do, recommend someone who can best fill that void.

  • @butchgreen5295
    @butchgreen5295 2 года назад

    Dear Scotty, really love your videos, I’ve learned a LOT. Please Keep up the great videos you produce they are VERY Invaluable. I have watch your videos for hours and hours.
    Sometimes I feel like you’re talking a 100 miles an hour, I wish I had your energy.
    Keep up the great videos!!!

  • @scottharrisohn6972
    @scottharrisohn6972 3 года назад +2

    This is absolute gold.

  • @patrickshelton3053
    @patrickshelton3053 3 года назад +32

    Scotty-Never by cheap Chinese products.
    Scotty- I picked up an aftermarket Chinese radiator...cheap and it works just fine. 😂

    • @IncertusetNescio
      @IncertusetNescio 3 года назад +12

      There's cheap, and then there's Cheap [junk]. Fine line, but it exists.

    • @captmack007
      @captmack007 3 года назад +1

      Wow what a patriot

    • @Eligaminglee
      @Eligaminglee 3 года назад +6

      he always says not to buy aftermarket electronics. solid parts can be okay... most of the time like spark plugs, radiators, fans, altinators, etc.

    • @younesrabhi5731
      @younesrabhi5731 3 года назад +3

      scotty insists on electronics parts , other parts from china can be ok .

  • @wadewilson2170
    @wadewilson2170 10 месяцев назад +2

    If I only watched one RUclips channel. It’s Scotty!!!! Only!!! He’s a gift😊

  • @suggesttwo
    @suggesttwo 3 года назад +10

    2 more:
    follow the speed limit in town. Increase speed by 41% doubles the fuel required and work required.
    When you see a red light take your foot off the accelerator and coast up. If it turns green before you get to the intersection you prevented a stop and you just have to accelerate to cruising speed.

    • @timmcshane6635
      @timmcshane6635 3 года назад

      You can also turn off the engine to save fuel while coasting up to the lights. It only works if you are going to be stopped or the engine is off for 10 to 12 seconds for most cars. It doesn't wear and tear on the engine because it takes a while, much longer than 10 or 12 seconds for the oil to run back down into the engine. Yet it saves fuel if you have a good amount of stop and go traffic and long stop lights.
      Obviously turn your engine back on as soon as you reach the speed you need to regain your place in traffic!

    • @suggesttwo
      @suggesttwo 3 года назад

      @@timmcshane6635 I used to do that. (El-cheap-o) When I used to drive my dad's cars.

  • @paulcormican7994
    @paulcormican7994 3 года назад +2

    Fantastic advice, simple and logical, well done Scotty

  • @Cursed_Gaming
    @Cursed_Gaming 3 года назад

    You came in clutch with this video!!

  • @emmanuelofori6521
    @emmanuelofori6521 3 года назад +4

    This guy started working on cars when i was not born sure knows his stuff.

  • @markhc4581
    @markhc4581 3 года назад +3

    Scotty's videos remind me of an old 80's love song that goes like this....."sometimes when we touch, the honesty's too much".....
    Thank you for telling it like it is Mr. Kilmer🇺🇸

  • @laurieannrodriguez4551
    @laurieannrodriguez4551 3 года назад +2

    Thank you Scotty!

  • @donovanmartin623
    @donovanmartin623 2 года назад

    Always learning something new when I watch your videos.

  • @TheLizardKing1967
    @TheLizardKing1967 3 года назад +7

    8:00 - A lot of people are "Weeping" for not buying a '94 Celica and now they are weeping and are in a hole.

    • @pedrofernandez8729
      @pedrofernandez8729 3 года назад +2

      If I had only driven a couple of thousand miles per year, my 1986 Camry would still be sitting on my driveway as well.

    • @TheLizardKing1967
      @TheLizardKing1967 3 года назад +3

      @@pedrofernandez8729 My '94 Celica ST has over 337,000 miles on it and is still going strong.

  • @dtna
    @dtna 3 года назад +18

    Buy quality body parts, too. Cheap Chinese sheetmetal takes alot longer to fit and the gaps may not match up, as opposed to OEM sheetmetal. You may pay even more in labor cost.

    • @chuckinhouston9952
      @chuckinhouston9952 3 года назад +2

      Better yet, don’t buy ANYTHING made in China

    • @Blue_Azure101
      @Blue_Azure101 3 года назад +2

      Patriot extraordinaire yeah they never understood that China is a service center and the quality issues only arise when the American companies tell them make it cheap.

    • @Allen-eq5uf
      @Allen-eq5uf 3 года назад

      @Patriot extraordinaire if you look, you can find Higher Quality products of all types from other places
      without further enriching the true villains of this world ( the evil CCP)
      Here are just a few examples of phones from other places:
      ASUS ROG Phone II (Taiwan)
      LG G8X ThinQ (South Korea)
      Sony Xperia 1 II (Japan)
      LG V60 ThinQ (South Korea)
      Moto G Stylus (India)

    • @HR-wd6cw
      @HR-wd6cw 3 года назад

      IDK. I think depending on the age of the vehicle and overall condition of the rest of the vehicle, aftermarket may be considerably cheaper. I know when I had my 97 Civic worked on (from an insurance claim) about 12 years ago they opted to use aftermarket fenders and I couldn't tell the difference, other than the fender didn't have the VIN sticker on the inside of the panel). Of course, the car was 11 years old at the time anyway. ON a modern car, (one made in the last 20 years) you would want to stick with OEM parts most likely but for older vehicles, if you're paying for the repair, you can save quite a bit of money by buying aftermarket.
      And to be honest, not everything from China is junk. Even Scotty says he has stuff that was made in China that lasted longer than some stuff that was US_made and didn't last more than a few years. It just depends on the item in most cases. What you really don't want to buy from China are critical components like belts and hoses, etc. or even light bulbs. But fenders and body parts aren't going to kill or cause a catastrophic failure while driving.

    • @SineN0mine3
      @SineN0mine3 3 месяца назад

      ​@@HR-wd6cw realistically for some older cars the chinese copy is the only one available unless you want to hunt around different scrap yards or are willing to refurbish parts yourself.

  • @ukay23
    @ukay23 3 года назад

    Scotty Kilmer,
    Thank you 🙏🏿 for all the helpful video information that you’ve posted over the years..! You definitely help me with all my vehicles issues..! Thanks 🙏🏿 Be bless and safe Scotty..!

  • @jupavalos
    @jupavalos 3 года назад +2

    One of the best videos I have seen. Great content!

  • @VKSgtSLaughter
    @VKSgtSLaughter 3 года назад +4

    Great information, thanks Scotty! 👍

  • @danlauer9676
    @danlauer9676 3 года назад +10

    I'm not a fan of that automatic start/stop engine technology either. No matter what the engineers say, it's common sense that those engines are going to wear faster. They probably do it for a little bit of emissions improvement, I guess.

  • @markomealley285
    @markomealley285 3 года назад +2

    Another informative Vlog, Thank you Scotty

  • @albrennfleck54
    @albrennfleck54 3 года назад

    Sorry to see you retire. Always enjoyed your RUclips videos. Hope you will continue making them.

  • @chrisgraham2904
    @chrisgraham2904 3 года назад +13

    Hey Scotty...You confirmed what I thought, that new engines that stop and start at every red light are going to take a beating. Has to be incredibly harsh on the starter, so are their starters "super heavy duty" and what are they worth compared to a standard starter?

    • @atuber7301
      @atuber7301 3 года назад +2

      The starter is the least of your worries. It’s the engine that wears out, starter is just a bolt on lego piece

    • @yamen857
      @yamen857 3 года назад

      Starters last pretty long, ya shouldnt worry about them, worry about your engine

  • @jeffreydevoti7000
    @jeffreydevoti7000 3 года назад +40

    Buying quality parts, no way to tell what's quality when everything is made in Ch-yna & put in "Quality" manufactures box.
    Bring factories back to USA now

    • @onYTsince2008
      @onYTsince2008 3 года назад +2

      American-made cars are the WORST. They are made for planned obsolescence so that the American car companies can make more sales. Their cars breaking more often makes their service department rich. Then when the badly-build Merkin car breaks down again....you go get another American one.....

    • @ClickClack_Bam
      @ClickClack_Bam 3 года назад +1

      @@onYTsince2008 Eh that's subjective imo.
      You take care of your car properly & it should last 200,000 miles every time imo.

    • @chuckinhouston9952
      @chuckinhouston9952 3 года назад

      Yes!!

    • @chuckinhouston9952
      @chuckinhouston9952 3 года назад +1

      Mason Bilbrey Highly ignorant, son

    • @mark00820
      @mark00820 3 года назад +1

      Mason Bilbrey Master and Overlord of the chinese worker/subcontractor? It did sound catchy though.

  • @debrahoover5636
    @debrahoover5636 3 года назад

    Thank You Scotty Kilmer! I am & have saved money, time & can work on & fix problems with my car !! I appreciate knowing how to stop problems from starting

  • @ranjanaluwihare1511
    @ranjanaluwihare1511 Год назад +1

    Scotty, is a wise & realistic god on cars! Thank you!

  • @BlaqRaq
    @BlaqRaq 3 года назад +3

    Sir Scotty! That’s the B-E-S-T advice I’ve heard on RUclips from any channel.
    These “modern” cars NEED a good battery and alternator, or else....,

  • @klote82
    @klote82 3 года назад +3

    Scotty you give such great advice on so MANY car topics I'm actually shocked YT hasnt shut you down for some absurd reason. As a gearhead myself I've learned a ton from you since I started watching your channel about one year ago. We just made the decision to skip buying the 2020 Touareg SEL-R because it has a severely under powered 4cyl turbo. Why would they put a weak 4 banger in a mid-size suv, yea i know its cheaper but come on. The veedub is a beautiful suv but we're going with the CX5 GTouring model(non turbo). Turbo'd small engines wear out so much faster.

    • @highjinx6519
      @highjinx6519 Год назад

      How you liking to cx-5? We got a cx-9 and we’re in love with it.

  • @owenchevarillo5742
    @owenchevarillo5742 3 года назад +2

    Thank you Scotty

  • @terrancegolden762
    @terrancegolden762 3 года назад

    Thanks for your knowledge Scotty. Very well appreciated.

  • @imanidiot7630
    @imanidiot7630 3 года назад +10

    Afternoon Scotty just wanted to say
    Thank you for the WD-40 window video
    You’re awesome!!!!

    • @scottykilmer
      @scottykilmer  3 года назад +5

      afternoon and thank you!

    • @pacmakaveli8917
      @pacmakaveli8917 3 года назад +2

      @@scottykilmer Hey Scotty! Can you tell me where is the fuel filter in a Toyota Corolla sedan from 2003? I ve been looking for it all day. Thanks a lot

    • @imanidiot7630
      @imanidiot7630 3 года назад +3

      pac makaveli front passenger side of the fuel tank. It’s behind driver headlight, and between headlight and front wheel area. Hope it helps

  • @waqar88
    @waqar88 3 года назад +91

    How to make sure your engine lasts as long as possible? Make sure it’s not a GM!

    • @louarmstrong6128
      @louarmstrong6128 3 года назад +7

      I got a GM, 1999, just got a compliment today how well its running

    • @aciddiver1978
      @aciddiver1978 3 года назад +2

      I have gm opel. Runs fine after 15 years.

    • @michaelhansen1669
      @michaelhansen1669 3 года назад +3

      My GM got 440.000Km om the clock

    • @thejuice7924
      @thejuice7924 3 года назад

      My 04 Yukon drivetrain will last decades. I only have to worry about everything else 😂

    • @chrisgraham2904
      @chrisgraham2904 3 года назад +3

      1999 GMC Safari van with the 4.3 Ltr. V6 Vortec.....Just passed 528K. All original drive train. Only internal engine component ever replaced was the distributor 2 years ago. Runs like new.

  • @LouisWinthorpe622
    @LouisWinthorpe622 2 года назад +2

    My dad would've loved your content, like I do too. I wish we'd had the technology to watch this stuff when he was around, so I could have watched it all and talked about it with him.
    I'm going to apply loads of your advice to my Audi A3. But sometimes, watching your videos, I wish I had bought a Toyota or one of those Civic Type-R's I was eying up, too.
    I'm British but a lot of your stuff totally translates and I absolutely love it all.
    Cheers!

  • @eliasdiez9896
    @eliasdiez9896 2 года назад

    Scotty, you are a really good guy for sharing information. Thank you, I'm sure so many appreciate you.

  • @bhuff123
    @bhuff123 3 года назад +15

    Can you give us a link where we can get this reseal I didn’t quite see a link down below thank you very much have a good day bye-bye

  • @smashenYT
    @smashenYT 3 года назад +25

    ^Hey Scot how about some winter tipps tricks? Its getting cold in Germany 😄

    • @brucemorris3830
      @brucemorris3830 3 года назад +4

      I heard a great one the other day. Supposedly in very cold weather you ought to, instead of just trying to start an ice cold engine and electrical system? You should put a drain on the battery before you crank the engine to literally warm up the mains wires; just run the high beams for a few seconds to bring the wires up to temperature and the proper resistance & capacitance. I have no idea if it has any basis in reality but it sounded cool anyhow 😂

    • @ceruleanc505
      @ceruleanc505 3 года назад

      @The Flags that Flew Prussia is now the Ukraine, isn't it?

    • @larrycolvin7117
      @larrycolvin7117 3 года назад +1

      Scotty lives in Houston. No winters.

    • @bigwo56
      @bigwo56 3 года назад

      @@brucemorris3830 sounds logical, in theory, but if ya have a diesel, it MAY just lower surface charge enough to not start.. I don't know, just a thought!

    • @suggesttwo
      @suggesttwo 3 года назад +1

      When the roads get slick SJW snowflakes get thick slow down. Have the Terminators eyes scanning ahead and planning ahead.
      Snow tires only give you upto 5%? better traction than all season tires. Upto 15' shorter ON ICE on a 300-600' stop from 30mph/-48km/h

  • @tonysharoneubanks2762
    @tonysharoneubanks2762 3 года назад

    Hey and thanks Scotty for all the videos you have placed on youtube over the years. I have watched several and enjoy them. Thanks again.

  • @deceivedhero9395
    @deceivedhero9395 3 года назад

    Thank you for your honesty Scotty. Your a wise man.

  • @mercenarybillgaming959
    @mercenarybillgaming959 3 года назад +5

    Scotty hello! Next year I'm going to start driving, so your videos are really helpful and informative for me

  • @CaliforniaStreets
    @CaliforniaStreets 3 года назад +3

    You're an absolute genius, thanks!

  • @kikupub71
    @kikupub71 2 года назад +1

    True enough about dirty coolant conducts electrical resistance. I found out the 750 kva diesel generator test after 20 years of service.

  • @Karly_Watches
    @Karly_Watches 3 года назад

    I Effin live for this guy !!!

  • @bigbean78
    @bigbean78 3 года назад +5

    Don’t forget to check the cabin air filter while you’re doing the engine filter. I checked the one on the last used car I bought, and it was FILTHY!

    • @bigwo56
      @bigwo56 3 года назад +1

      Good advice! Your sinuses AND your a/c system will last longer!

    • @HR-wd6cw
      @HR-wd6cw 3 года назад

      Good advice, but not all vehicles have them.

    • @ifoster165
      @ifoster165 2 года назад

      I checked and changed mine, and it was beyond filthy omg, changed both myself lol that cabin filter was next to the gas pedal omg it wasn't easy getting to, thank goodness for you tube lol

  • @marjeketchum1630
    @marjeketchum1630 3 года назад +5

    I count more than 3 tips Scotty... Thanks for the extra! :)

  • @raymondtrimm5842
    @raymondtrimm5842 4 месяца назад

    Scotty, you are the GOAT
    Love your videos.
    I wish we had an older head like you in our shop still.
    The knowledge you have is worth millions

  • @adalbertoescalera47
    @adalbertoescalera47 3 года назад

    Love your personality scotty so real and humble and honest and some times funny. Thanks and God Bless scotty.