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Skill Savvy DIY
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In my lifetime I have learned a lot of trades and skills including, pipe welding, pipe fitting, electrical, HVAC, MVAC, automotive mechanics, plumbing, carpentry, and all around maintenance. This channel is for anyone wanting and willing to repair most anything in their home from their appliances, electrical, A/C systems, drywall, flooring, etc. I will also be showing some automotive work as I have the opportunities.
Best BiDirectional scan tool For The Money, Kingbolen K7
In this video I review the KingBolen K7 scan tool.
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**DISCLAIMER: Some links in this description may be affiliate links. If you buy any of these products using these links I'll receive a small commission at no added cost to you. All links are to products that I actually use or recommend. Thank you in advance for your support!
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Welding 7018 For Beginners
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This video is for anyone wanting to learn how to weld with 7018 welding electrodes in any position. PrimeWeld 225X Tig Welding machine: amzn.to/3SWLz0O PrimeWeld welding machine extension cord: amzn.to/3SY3J2p DISCLAIMER: Some links in this description may be affiliate links. If you buy any of these products using these links I'll receive a small commission at no added cost to you. All links ar...
Up Your Welding Skills! Learn How To Mirror Weld
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This video will get you started in learning how to mirror weld. Mirror Holder: amzn.to/4dwJ5ye PrimeWeld 225X Tig Welder: amzn.to/3LWIkCJ Bustin Loose (with lead) by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Powerful Scan Tool That Uses Your Phone | KINGBOLEN Ediag Plus Full Review
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In this video I review the Kingbolen Ediag Plus scan tool showing that it is the most powerful dongle with full professional OE level functions. KINGBOLEN Ediag Plus Bidirectional Bluetooth OBD2 Diagnostic Scanner www.amazon.com/dp/B0C3GJTD45 Original price: $145.99 Final price: $99.93 Coupon Code: QRLRO5E3 Expiration Date of Coupon: 2024/7/26 08:00 - 2024/8/1 23:59 After August 1st 2024 use th...
How To Test An Alternator
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This video will show you how to quickly determine if the alternator is bad or not. TopDon BT50 battery and charging system tester: amzn.to/3zxET2z Disclaimer: I receive a small commision on any sales from Amazon links that are posted in this section. This does not affect the price of the product.
How To Diagnose A Bad Automotive AC Compressor With 100% Accuracy
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Most all cars if not all cars have a variable displacement AC compressor that is controlled by the ECU/ECM nowadays. This video will take all the guesswork out of diagnosing these AC compressors with 100% accuracy. Jump Starter: amzn.to/4cdqkj3 Electronic Control Valve Tester: amzn.to/4ceOfPk Robinair Vacuum Pump: amzn.to/3zb8PBx Fieldpiece Refrigerant Scales: amzn.to/3Xzxo57 DISCLAIMER: Some l...
Made A LED Backlit Sign For My Channel
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Lone Star Grillz: lonestargrillz.com/ LED Wall Washer Light: amzn.to/3KPc4kJ DISCLAIMER: Some links in this description may be affiliate links. If you buy any of these products using these links I'll receive a small commission at no added cost to you. All links are to products that I actually use or recommend. Thank you in advance for your support!
Why I Bought A PrimeWeld 225X Tig Welder For My Garage | Full Review
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You can buy this PrimeWeld 225X Tig Welder straight from Amazon here: amzn.to/4dgwpfC Follow Skill Savvy DIY on Instagram My BBQ Channel: www.youtube.com/@UC0UPLkKVX3qyiQ8MqQgYw8Q DISCLAIMER: Some links in this description may be affiliate links. If you buy any of these products using these links I'll receive a small commission at no added cost to you. All links are to products that I actually ...
E Z GO Golf Cart Not Charging ~ Here Is Why
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A buddy of mine owns this golf cart and brought it to me to see if I could figure out why it wouldn't charge. Easy fix had him right back up and going.
Harbor Freight Titanium Welding Table Review
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Harbor Freight Titanium Welding Table Review This table is available at most Harbor Freight stores but here is the link on their website: www.harborfreight.com/36-in-x-24-in-modular-welding-table-with-welding-fit-up-kit-59403.html?_br_psugg_q=welding table If you would like to help this channel grow by donations for tools and equipment that are needed for future videos, then you can donate on P...
I Made My AC Condensate Drain Much More Functional
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I Made My AC Condensate Drain Much More Functional
Hotpoint Chest Freezer Quit Freezing ~ Replaced $11 Part ~ Easy Fix
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Hotpoint Chest Freezer Quit Freezing ~ Replaced $11 Part ~ Easy Fix
How To Install A 60 Amp AC Disconnect
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How To Install A 60 Amp AC Disconnect
Thank you for the easy instructions. I have a fairly new (6 months) battery not holding a charge on a 2001 Camry with 200k miles. I’ve never checked an alternator before so was hesitant to try by myself. Now I can! It’s the next step then on to the other possible causes of battery drain. Great video!
You’re welcome, glad it helps
Did the vise holes line up? Or did you have to drill new ones?
The holes are not in perfect alignment but by using smaller bolts with washers they worked without drilling.
I work full time as a diesel mechanic and at my shop I have a scanner that cost $3,800 and hooks to a $2600 laptop. This little unit featured in the video does everything my more expensive scanner does when it comes to consumer cars and trucks. I keep one in my toolbox everyday and trust it as a professional mechanic. Great video!
Funny that I get this comment today, because this morning I hooked it up to a 2005 F250 6.0 and monitored the pressures from the high pressure oil pump to see if it was hitting the desire pressure and it was spot on. I'm really liking this scan tool. Fantastic for the price especially. Thanks for leaving a comment!
I've learned more from your channel than anywhere else. Really appreciate it, and I'm looking forward to more of your amazing videos!
Awesome, thank you!
Indeed - very good information to know & how to utilize a volt meter. I'll definitely give this a try. Thank you sir!
You’re welcome and thank you for watching!
The HVAC module supplies a constant voltage while the ground side is the PWM duty cycle controls the solenoid from the HVAC Module with a good meter % Duty cycle. Same test with computer controlled alternators.
Why not use a condensate pump?
You certainly can but this is much more cost effective, or at least for me.
Thank you for the useful info. Much appreciated.
You're welcome, thank you for watching, it helps out a lot!
Good tutorial, getting hooked on your channel thanks . :)
Thanks! That's a good thing haha.
Good video Rus . I'm not sure what to do with a tool like this. You are like a college professor ( you ) trying to teach a kindergarten kid ( me ) how to build a 747 jet from the ground up ., if you ever get up to montana don't forget to bring that tool,, my car isn't running good. THANK YOU FRANK FROM MONTANA......
Thanks Frank! I appreciate you watching either way.
Nice review, Rus! It's definitely a handy scanner! Thanks for the heads up. It definitely could save some cash ! Have a fantastic weekend, brother! Cheers 🍻
Thanks Bat! You're welcome. Cheers!
Well, I think this is the best tutorial on the 225 on the web . :) I've had this welder for a couple years now and bought the cooler shortly after that and it is a great unit . Looking to get their cut60 pretty soon . The customer support and all is off the charts . I figure that if I need it and Primeweld has it, it'll be a no brainer . Anyway,, I just subscribed and I like your approach to life brother . :)
Thank you, I appreciate it! Yes, their customer support is great! I just purchased a PrimeWeld 50 amp extension cord as well for when I need to do welding out in the driveway for bigger projects. I'm definitely looking at their other products as well. Thanks for subscribing!
0.0 volts from alternator to positive terminal?
What does it mean when it reads 12.3 volts on the battery when car is off but 0.1 volts when car starts
Is it starting up and running, or is it reading 0.1 while cranking? The starter will pull down to about 9.6 volts while cranking but anything lower than that then you have a bad battery or a bad cable causing some serious voltage drop
Tell em like it is Rus😂😂 great video cheers 🍻
7018 is my go to on the farm. 6013-6011. Are also a good option for certain types of welding
When it comes to stick welding mild steel, I always prefer a 7018
Wow Rus - I learned so much (having no previous knowledge) - Thanks for your clear and concise instructions. - Cheers! I was amazed at how fast the rods burned. - lol I would like to see welding of thinner materials - like 1/8" steel or less. (sheet metal?) - It must take a lot more care? Maybe a different method?
Thanks for checking the video out Garry! Yeah, thin metals like sheetmetal is actually better suited for other welding processes such as mig or tig welding. I've got to get a wire feed mig machine one day, but I do plan on doing a video soon using the tig process
Nice rod to weld with, I love the way they puddle and leave a smooth bead without having to whip it. Nice explanation Rus.
I've done my share of 6010 and 6011 rods over the years, and they are fine for deep penetration, but 7018 has always been my favorite to weld with. Thanks for watching!
7018 is my go to rod. 6011 or 6013 is next.
Same here Bo. Tig is my favorite process, but when stick welding, I prefer 7018 when possible.
Well explained Rus! Not a welder but definitely kept me interested the whole video. You definitely could be a instructor! Have a awesome day! Cheers brother 🍺 👍
Thanks Bat! I appreciate you watching to the end! That helps me out a LOT! Cheers!
Good video Rus you should become a teacher for welding. THANK YOU FRANK FROM MONTANA....
That's pretty much why I made this video. Nothing can replace actually being with the student, but at least video allows me to explain things and show the techniques somewhat, but actually being beside an instructor is the best way to learn welding. Thanks for watching Frank.
That is a great price for that tool.... 150 would still be a good price.... That one there can do a lot and more than I would know .....
Yeah, it's a very powerful tool especially for the price point.
Flukes are one of the best in the mobile field , and for bench top models also ....
That's all I will depend on. Been using them for many years. Thanks for watching Boo!
I bet i have the welder you used in the ship yard. It is a Miller Dial Arc HF 250, and it is a beast. thanks for the video.
Well actually I used quite a few different machines over many years. They didn't buy just one brand and model of welding machines. There was everything from Miller, Lincoln, ESAB, Gillian etc. but my favorite to weld on over the years was both a Miller Dynasty or the Lincoln Precision Tig (water cooled). Thanks for watching.
Very good information 👍😊. I especially like how you showed the Voltage Drop tests,looking for bad connections 👍😊.
Glad it was helpful, and I appreciate you watching!
Hi my non fused pull out disconnect looks like burn (copper) now do I need to replace the pullout copper or the whole unit thanks
If heat has caused the connections between the copper blades and the busses to swell and loosen then you may want to change out the box with a new one. As long as the circuit is protected with the correct size wire and breaker, then you can upgrade to a higher amp non fusible disconnect. In this video I installed a 60 amp disconnect even though the wire and breaker is rated at 30 amps. Hope this makes sense.
@@SkillSavvyDIY got it thx 🙏
You’re welcome
I subscribed, you seem like a good old school guy, I like what you said about the table being good enough, we have to start somewhere! I’m wanting to get into welding and doing some craft and fab stuff, old man here, 66, but still want to do a lot of stuff.
Thank you for subscribing! Yeah, for at home welding, this little table is doing all I need it to and good enough. I will be 66 on my next birthday in December.
How do you get the blob out of the drainpan threaded nipple. 😮
😮 garden hose in a house.
Actually that is in my garage, but I have pulled water hoses into homes many times. Either to unclog drains using a drain king, or to drain leaking water heaters, but using water pressure to clear a clog in the AC drain is the most effective way.
@SkillSavvyDIY Sorry, I have been actively servicing HVAC sytems for 20 years in South Florida, and I have to highly disagree in my professional capacity. Strong shop vacuum in terms of horsepower outside is the number 1 go to. The next we use is sodium hydroxide on a case by case basis. The last is pressure but not before suction. You won't normally get any leftover blobs of bio slime going towards the drain pan nipple doing any type of flush at the air handler without taking panels off.
@@DrainCognito Everyone has a right to their opinion. I see you sell an automated device so I understand your bias. I have used wet vacs plenty of times to unclog AC drains and they work, but in my opinion flushing works better, not just on AC drains but anything such as a car radiator, refrigerant lines after compressor burn out, plumbing, etc. I live in south Mississippi and I have been servicing HVAC systems since 1982. Figured I would throw that in since you made a point to tell me your experience.
@SkillSavvyDIY Not before flooding someone's home, breaking a brittle old plastic pipe in a wall, or simply not actually getting the blockage at the drain pan nipple. It's not really an opinion if these are the risks you're suggesting to people. Selling this invention is my side job. I'm also one of the owners of a 30 year old AC company.
@@DrainCognito LOL, if city water pressure breaks a PVC pipe in someone's home then they have much bigger issues than a clogged drain! This conversation is over but thanks for watching and I hope you do well with your invention.
99% of techs will sell the customer a compressor when all it really required was a new orifice tube and fresh pag oil 😂…watching the pressure gauges is the best way to tell….if you’ve got massive pressure differentials and surging head pressure on the high pressure side, it’s a an obstruction in the system (most likely the orifice tube)
Yes, restrictions show just the opposite as what the pressures were showing on this car in the video. A restricted orifice tube or a restricted expansion valve are the normal suspects when restricted, but not always. A very low suction pressure (often in a vacuum) along with high head pressures is most certainly a restriction but any tech worth his money will know this, and any honest tech will do the right thing by the customer, but unfortunately we live in a world full of scam artist.
Great video Rus. I’ve heard of this but never done it. I’ve done upside down before several times. Keep these coming. Cooking too.
Thanks Bo! I've welded in positions and places you wouldn't believe! Thanks for checking the video out!
Great stuff sir. I would love to know how this welder goes on some 1/4 inch aluminium plate. Any chance of a video to test how much you can push it? Keep up the good work, thankyou from New Zealand.
I will plan to do a short video on welding 1/4" aluminum soon and also just pushing the machine to see how it does. Thanks for the suggestion!
Humm have seen complete video to conclude what is actually trace. But such condition to replace and service hole system it’s out of real diagnose. Good video as per experience…
All brand new tools❤
Yeah I had to buy a lot of tools when I started this channel back in February. I have owned so many tools over the years and have no idea where they all went. I suspect my two sons had something to do with their disappearance haha
Was wondering how long can you run liquid tight clipped at 18" - 36" intervals along the exterior of a building?
I had to rework my drain line as well. Are you supposed to insulate the tubing on the Rectorseal "P" trap? I have not and I am getting a lot of condensate at the bottom of the "P" trap.
If your condensate drain is in the attic then you will definitely want to insulate the drain line up to and a little past the p trap. I didn't insulate mine because it's in my garage, but insulating tightly will prevent the condensation.
@@SkillSavvyDIY Yes, mine is in the attic. I was not sure because if there was a plug in the "P" trap tubing I would not be able to see it. Thank you.
Interesting,and something I've never saw...Great Video.
Thank you very much!
awesome job rus.
Thank you! Cheers!
I've been welding for... 16 years? It never even occurred to me that I could use a mirror in specific situations. Brilliant idea.
When needed, it makes your job easier.
Awesome Rus! I sent this to my son who is taking college welding this year as a high school senior
Thanks Kent! This is right up his alley!
Now that is a skill to develop. I have done blind with stick but never blind TIG. Your welding videos are appreciated, just wait for some cooler fall temps first.
Thanks, I appreciate that and yes, come on cool weather!
Good video Rus . I haven't got a clue how to weld , good thing i guess i would be making all kinds of camping , bbq , smokers . Etc etc etc... thank you frank from montana.....
Thanks Frank, I appreciate the view just the same.
I think you should do more instructional vids teach. TY
Thanks Lance, I appreciate it
Another awesome video Rus, very informative! I'm definitely enjoying the content. Keep em coming! Cheers brother 🍺
Thanks Bat I appreciate ya
Great video!
Thank you!
WoW! That’s Awesome Review!
Thanks and thanks for watching
How is the jump starter in the video? Is it worth buying?
I actually had to use it a few weeks ago and it worked really well! Surprised me
@@SkillSavvyDIY Thanks!
What if it is just the valve and not the compressor.??
If you watched all the video then you would hear where I addressed that, and why I replace the compressor regardless
I’m a retired Union pipe welder and have been retired for nine years. I had an older Miller Econo Tig welder, but the board has went out and parts are expensive and pretty much not available. This Prime Weld machine looks pretty good thanks for the video.
You’re welcome.
Nice video Rus, very well made and I appreciate the helpful review.
Glad it was helpful!
I've done hvac for 4 years and this is the most professional condensate drain I've seen
Thank you! Most HVAC companies would not go to this extreme but since it is my own equipment, I wanted to make it user friendly. Thanks for watching, I appreciate it!