Mechanic Screwed UP! Total Idiot Move! 2006 Ford F350. Customer States No Crank No Start!

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  • @RonKnowsStuff
    @RonKnowsStuff Před rokem +1456

    I was doing a tire rotation and oil change. Wife comes into the garage, “why do you keep saying CLICK?” I said, “Wife Unit! How am I supposed to know bolts are properly torqued?!” She said, “Don’t call me Wife Unit” and went back inside. She’s still a keeper.

    • @jordanmckoy1935
      @jordanmckoy1935 Před rokem +58

      She wouldn’t understand 🥲

    • @Jay-pd6vi
      @Jay-pd6vi Před rokem +31

      Lmao

    • @archiedentone5950
      @archiedentone5950 Před rokem +40

      That actually works so you remember that you tightened them all

    • @lelandclayton5462
      @lelandclayton5462 Před rokem +44

      I do the click sounds too but I got it from AvE. Toss in a grunt as well with the click.
      hurah, click!

    • @geniferteal4178
      @geniferteal4178 Před rokem +25

      Don't call me wifey unit! LOL it's way better than being called the wife. Pick your battles.

  • @lifeRobrandom
    @lifeRobrandom Před rokem +403

    As a business owner myself the irony that you have two two post lifts and an entire workshop that you pay good money for and you end up working outside on the gravel is not lost on me love the videos keep up the good work

    • @williamardenjr116
      @williamardenjr116 Před rokem +40

      Better doing it that way than pushing that heavy beast

    • @johncunningham4820
      @johncunningham4820 Před rokem +39

      With all the Shit on the back , the Two-Post lift might not have lifted it .

    • @williamevans6522
      @williamevans6522 Před rokem +13

      Push 5 ton O fun...

    • @stevestevens9046
      @stevestevens9046 Před rokem +12

      It happens a lot in the mechanic world.

    • @michaelpressman7203
      @michaelpressman7203 Před rokem +12

      Ray doesn't have all his little friends anymore to help him push that big monster into the shop sorry I had to work that way but I've been in the same spot and fixed it and then drove it up by myself have a great day

  • @osbro1523
    @osbro1523 Před rokem +58

    I've a mechanic for 42 years worked at dealers, independent repair shops and have my own shop. And I think your videos are great I've told my workers and my grandsons and everyone to watch your videos they are very educational and I like the way you do things and show how and why. Thank you.

  • @deckgun31
    @deckgun31 Před rokem +13

    STATEMENT: I am not a mechanic. CONTENT: But I love to watch you go thru the process. What I really like is the side comments (Open-ze the hood. Or, Powering down … then, makes the power down noise … every time!). Your processes are methodical, I’m sure from years of wrenching. But the comments and noises are purely personal flavor. They are what make you … you. Thanks for bringing us along for the ride. Love the videos! PS: If you we’re local, I would definitely trust you with my vehicle repairs.

  • @donw3912
    @donw3912 Před rokem +258

    The effort you put into putting these videos together for us is IMMENSELY appreciated. Going across town dog tired in the wee hours trying to find something to finish...that's devotion. I hope you were able to sleep in a bit extra that morning. Thanks again...your family is very very lucky to have you !!

    • @peterbuckman6309
      @peterbuckman6309 Před rokem +1

      Remember , he said ,,,. It was Saturday one or two minutes of that day ,. Need to rethink of your writing skills , a teacher in English, ,,

    • @edg5218
      @edg5218 Před rokem +13

      @@peterbuckman6309 how'd you get your degree with the writing skills you have ? Lol

    • @tyrantworm7392
      @tyrantworm7392 Před rokem +2

      @@peterbuckman6309 I don't even know what you are trying to say Peter, care to translate for us English speaking natives (presuming you have a point to make and aren't simply being a penis)?

    • @poppiarlin5612
      @poppiarlin5612 Před rokem +3

      Well stated

    • @johndough4745
      @johndough4745 Před rokem +7

      Cardboard boxes are great for crawling under trucks plus they absorb stains

  • @kevinlstephenson6759
    @kevinlstephenson6759 Před rokem +119

    I do not know about everyone else, but I am grateful for all of the effort you put into these videos!

    • @RednebC
      @RednebC Před rokem +4

      Agree!! Well done Ray!!

    • @thesoniczone
      @thesoniczone Před rokem +1

      Well that's why I do the Patreon thing.. because well... all the effort, and the humour

  • @fullblownredneck9623
    @fullblownredneck9623 Před rokem +28

    With the new starter, you may have just doubled the trucks value. Depending on how full the gas tanks is.

  • @GhostDrummer
    @GhostDrummer Před rokem +78

    Hey Ray, just wanted to say that I’m extremely impressed at how fast you made this new chapter of your life happen. I’m sure it wasn’t as fast for you and your family, but you still pressed in and moved forward.

  • @Zanthum
    @Zanthum Před rokem +63

    Thank you for driving back to the shop in the middle of the night for us Ray.

  • @willsrestorations
    @willsrestorations Před rokem +132

    This was definitely one of the best videos because this is how most viewers will be fixing their cars, on their back or on the ground. Thanks Ray

    • @WastedTalent-
      @WastedTalent- Před rokem +11

      It's one of the reasons why I like ChrisFix. He does everything in his driveway with tools the home mechanic would normally have, or be able to get.

    • @willsrestorations
      @willsrestorations Před rokem +1

      @@WastedTalent- this coming from someone who's CZcams name is wasted talent, IT'S TRUE CHRIS FIX HAS AT LEAST 10 MILLION DELUSIONAL DEFECTIVE FOLLOWERS

    • @muller9215
      @muller9215 Před rokem +4

      I think they used to call us shade mechanics (under the shade of a kerbside tree)

    • @willsrestorations
      @willsrestorations Před rokem +2

      @@muller9215 we used to call it street mechanics.

    • @talon0863
      @talon0863 Před rokem +7

      Lay down a nice big piece of cardboard under there and take a nap.

  • @RealGoldRealWealth
    @RealGoldRealWealth Před rokem +18

    Ray congrats on your recent move and new business. We have just put to bed our 7 day business and closed it at end of a seven year lease. We had very little control over costs as it was a franchise format. I really hope you have purchased the building or plans to eventually do so. Keep control of all your actual costs, that way your integrity will be kept intact. Work only a set amount each day, including keeping up with the books and spending quality time with your family. Don't short change the family, They are priority one. Supervise an apprentice or two, do not let your skills and your positive attitude go to waste.

  • @markraymond2221
    @markraymond2221 Před 4 měsíci +2

    That "brand new" starter that the owner claims they "just installed" didn't look very new at all to me!!!! love your videos, rainman!....keep 'em comin'!

  • @hot_wheelz
    @hot_wheelz Před rokem +81

    Oh I did have to have a laugh at Ray trying to say that he's carrying without actually saying that he's carrying 😂

    • @FollowingtheCliffNotes
      @FollowingtheCliffNotes Před rokem +10

      It’s Florida everyone carry’s

    • @TOXIC-jq3ry
      @TOXIC-jq3ry Před rokem +12

      Carry everywhere you can. Work (if you can, I do sometimes myself) , church, grocery shopping. In today's world, you never know what can happen when you're out and about.

    • @Thomas-lq1jw
      @Thomas-lq1jw Před rokem +15

      @@TOXIC-jq3ry Sounds like a very sad country to live in 🤷‍♂️

    • @jesuslovesyou5819
      @jesuslovesyou5819 Před rokem +23

      @@Thomas-lq1jw That’s America land of the free, home of the brave fathers who have to protect there families because the government won’t!!! 🛡️⚔️

    • @lvstofly
      @lvstofly Před rokem +5

      ​@@jesuslovesyou5819 I would argue that they are hurting our families.

  • @jamesg6792
    @jamesg6792 Před rokem +79

    The automotive repair industry needs more honest and reliable mechanics such as yourself Ray. I like to be able to bring my vehicles into a shop and know I am gonna get helped and not screwed. Keep these awesome videos coming!!

    • @jenniferrogers2624
      @jenniferrogers2624 Před 8 měsíci +1

      I agree with you 100%. I quit working for a shop that was screwing people. I worked the office and did oil changes, tire rotations and a few other small things. Im far from being a master mechanic. More like a shade tree. The owner of the shop was out for nothing but money . He would quote a customer and say they wanted life time warranty parts. Well he would buy the cheap one year parts but charge for the expensive ones. He had a contract with a company that transported disabled and senior citizens. They stayed on top of all the preventative maintenance along with repairs. He would charge them 80 buck for a oil lube and filter package. At the most he would change the filter and top off the washer fluid. I seen him pull some shit. I could not continue to work for someone who was screwing people over. I have lived whats considered in poverty level most of my adult years and know what its like to struggle. I could look these people in the eyes when they came to pick up their cars. His business went under about 2 yrs later. I do have a friend who has his own shop that I met when I sold him parts from the salvage yard I worked at. He is honest, works with people, very good at what he does and even teaches the mechanics class at one of the colleges. He has helped me out in a bind when I get stumped working on my cars.

  • @rayshutsa6690
    @rayshutsa6690 Před rokem +20

    Ray I throughly enjoy your channel and content. You bring back a lot of memories growing up when a mechanic went the extra mile for the customer. I had a electrical problem with my car which was problematic. He came out to my work place at 8pm with two books on the electrical he found out that it was a 5 amp connection at the computer. People like you only come along one in a million. You are a very talented person you take your time and explain why you are doing something. You make learning fun.

  • @robsteingruber9488
    @robsteingruber9488 Před rokem +69

    Appreciate the dedication to put this all together for us. Living out in the sticks, I will lay down a large piece of cardboard when I have to climb under my truck or have to work on the ground. Keep up the grind on this effort. I am happy for you and the rest of Team Ray.

    • @mikebrookerd5833
      @mikebrookerd5833 Před rokem +4

      I call that a disposable creeper.

    • @lorrainehoffman1307
      @lorrainehoffman1307 Před rokem +5

      Out in Wyoming we have to do cardboard or a moving blanket on the ground, to lay under the vehicle, because there are little prickly pear cactus plants hidden in the grass! (Hard to remove the spines from areas on your backside that you can't see) 🤣

    • @thomasmleahy6218
      @thomasmleahy6218 Před rokem +1

      Had an ex-gf do that in her garage, then she discovered that it was a bad idea to leave big brass staples sticking up out of the cardboard - flat tire

    • @thomasmleahy6218
      @thomasmleahy6218 Před rokem +1

      ​@@lorrainehoffman1307 Anything like sand burrs? Those are nasty, part Kryptonite.

    • @vicpetrishak7705
      @vicpetrishak7705 Před 11 měsíci

      People throw them plastic bed liners away all the time . Pick them up and cut a 4’ X 8’ section out of it , better to lay on than cardboard . Cut with a circular saw . 7/9/23

  • @geniferteal4178
    @geniferteal4178 Před rokem +73

    Nice to see the amount of dedication it takes to not just do your job but then to put it all on CZcams. Thought about this myself and I realize the Epic undertaking it can be. Appreciate all your efforts.

  • @acdii
    @acdii Před rokem +97

    A little tip on U-Joint, wrap some electrical tape around the joint so that it doesn't fall over on you in tight places. It still allows the joint to swivel, but makes it much easier to get into places like this. A trick I learned removing the upper transmission bolts using 36"' long extensions.

    • @brnmcc01
      @brnmcc01 Před rokem +8

      36 foot? Dang that's a long extension. Would give a guy noodle arm quick trying to hold that up! lol 🤣

    • @racingforthecure
      @racingforthecure Před rokem +4

      I use the electrical tape trick all the time!!!

    • @taselescanlan2795
      @taselescanlan2795 Před rokem +4

      @@brnmcc01 yeah Most of the time it’s 36” worth of half inch extension. But all the beer drinking has conditioned my arms for that exact moment lol

    • @taselescanlan2795
      @taselescanlan2795 Před rokem +6

      I would have used some anti seize in the bolts as well.

    • @acdii
      @acdii Před rokem +1

      @@brnmcc01 It was a big, VERY big transmission!

  • @xXTheZombieSlayersXx
    @xXTheZombieSlayersXx Před rokem +2

    "I take personal safety first and foremost" winks at Mr .45 on the hip

  • @zomburs
    @zomburs Před 11 měsíci +1

    as a guy who doesnt work on cars, I love your videos

  • @Mountainbaseddweller
    @Mountainbaseddweller Před rokem +11

    Ohh that start up listen to those timing chains slap. Combined with the scary electrics and a battery that is too small..:no maintenance ever done on this rolling disaster. Excellent stuff Ray. It lives to die another day!

  • @richb.4374
    @richb.4374 Před rokem +31

    We appreciate your effort making these videos more than you know Ray. Thanks for the great content, I enjoy your comments while fixing vehicles. Especially the innuendos you sneak in there.

  • @nvdwarriorLtc
    @nvdwarriorLtc Před rokem +3

    You didn't fail Ray, you have a bunch of us watching life's little barbs that we all get from time to time. It's nice to know I am not alone on the sea of life haha. Good video.....Go Pro's are cool.

  • @bhaelhalelthebastard6014

    Ray is the true MVP of mechanic-tube 😁

  • @gregusjay
    @gregusjay Před rokem +64

    Up late in Cali again Ray ! That's my same battery . .$185 at walmart ! So glad to see things are going well ! I bet wife unit and the kids are glad they can spend more time with Dad at the new place !! I enjoy your videos. . even the stubborn bolt ones. . . must see the win over those. . ! ! You make life interesting ! :) I wish you continued SUCCESS !!

    • @briscoesjug1026
      @briscoesjug1026 Před rokem +6

      The rest of America thought you cali folk were going back to peddling cars like the Flintstones. Didn't realize 12 volt batteries and fuel was still a thing out that way lol

    • @gregusjay
      @gregusjay Před rokem +9

      @@briscoesjug1026 I would rather have a Flintstone foot peddler instead of an Electric fire bomb like the politicians out here want us to purchase that's for dang sure. . I may just move back to Wyoming where I can drive what and how i want to . .including my lawn mower. . meaning the wacky Governor out here pushed a bill into law by next year I believe or 2024 ..can't buy any gas powered lawn equipment. . AND the funny thing is the power grid out here sucks.. I don't think they can support all this electric "stuff" .. so now I hear they're going to revitalize a Nuclear plant that they shut down awhile back . .cuz #1 - J BIden..just gave the Utility company PG&E a billion bucks to renovate it. . PG&E is the same company who. . asked for a rate hike to upgrade gas pipelines and clear bush around power transformers...BUT PG&E used the money instead to pay the executives more salary. . so that's why all these fires in CALI because they didn't do what they were supposed to . . i used to like living here.. but not anymore. . its been ruined

    • @billymanilli
      @billymanilli Před rokem +4

      @@gregusjay Yeah man, it's really a shame what bs you guys have to go through in CA. So many BEAUTIFUL places to live in that state, but as a "gearhead", it's one place I'd never be able to live.

    • @gregusjay
      @gregusjay Před rokem

      @@billymanilli amen !

    • @FabriDragon
      @FabriDragon Před rokem

      “The rest of [North] America” is carried by California.
      lol

  • @ugly88yj
    @ugly88yj Před rokem +90

    Ray love your videos. As a mechanic myself I really enjoy watching someone else getting into situations that seem non ending but sticking with it and getting the job done. Keep up the good work creating great videos for us to enjoy.

    • @HouseCallAutoRepair
      @HouseCallAutoRepair Před rokem +7

      I'll bet, a significant number of mechanics watch this channel!

    • @oldtimefarmboy617
      @oldtimefarmboy617 Před rokem +4

      Mechanical engineers design stuff to work. Not to be easily worked on and repaired

    • @danielakers9711
      @danielakers9711 Před rokem +2

      And a significant amount of non-mechanics searching for knowledge 👈

    • @bayareaguessthesound3773
      @bayareaguessthesound3773 Před rokem

      And us shade tree DYI ers appreciate seeing the needed perseverance . It’s weirdly comforting to see that some things are a pain for the professionals as well…. …. But tenacity and a good attitude can carry the day. We win!

  • @dudebud72
    @dudebud72 Před rokem +1

    The hand shaking is called subconscious competence. I learned it fast in law enforcement for the defensive aspect of the job so you don’t get hurt. You are perfectly fine! Love the videos as usual!!

  • @NemoConsequentae
    @NemoConsequentae Před rokem +5

    We appreciate the effort you go to for the regular updates! A midnight run to retrieve an errant camera... Literally going the extra miles there!

  • @James-ol6rw
    @James-ol6rw Před rokem +95

    Running to the shop at midnight shows us just how much work and devotion Ray puts in his informative, entertaining and humorous videos. You’re a real trooper Ray! Thank you for all you do!

    • @charlescurran1289
      @charlescurran1289 Před rokem +11

      When you’re the owner you do things you’d never do as an employee.

    • @Titan.Fox56
      @Titan.Fox56 Před rokem +7

      @@charlescurran1289 Yep especially when you're just starting up your business, there is no such thing as "taking a day off" or set time off, you're constantly working.

    • @shrodingerschat2258
      @shrodingerschat2258 Před rokem +4

      Yeah, but since he works for himself now he doesn't have to come into the shop till noon.

    • @beardsntools
      @beardsntools Před rokem

      Shows up how much time and effort he spends for clout and how little time he actually works and why he got fired and why his own business won't work out :P

    • @charlescurran1289
      @charlescurran1289 Před rokem +7

      @@beardsntools You sound jealous.

  • @merrillschaps2325
    @merrillschaps2325 Před rokem +42

    Those starters are a pain in the butt only because of that top bolt. This is the same setup as my '07 Lincoln Town Car. I really admire your passion and patience for doing the work that you do Ray! I'm so glad you were able to get an independent shop of your own! Keep the great video content coming!

    • @adamhandyside9836
      @adamhandyside9836 Před rokem +2

      I pulled a trans on a 15 f250 6.2, horrible

    • @CitEnthusiast
      @CitEnthusiast Před rokem

      You ain't see nothin' till you pull a starter from an Audi A4! Ask me how I know, LOL!

    • @Papawcanner
      @Papawcanner Před rokem

      After about 100. replacements it gets really easy . I leave the bottom bolt on loosely until last and start the top first .

    • @alexbrown1995
      @alexbrown1995 Před rokem

      @@CitEnthusiast I had a Fiat many years ago. That obscene machine needed a new starter motor. To remove the starter I had to remove the exhaust and the exhaust manifold. Just to get to the starter. Sheesh!

  • @tomdipasquale9633
    @tomdipasquale9633 Před rokem +3

    This brings back so many memories of myself doing the same thing when I was a teenager. The worst part for me was doing it in the winter in Buffalo NY. It rarely broke down in the summer! Lol Great video!

  • @dumberdrumerstickz0534
    @dumberdrumerstickz0534 Před rokem +2

    Thanks for the insight into difficulty of reaching the unseeable/unfindable starter bolt,,,and just how difficult doing filming and editing can be...glad you figured it all out...

  • @mde8965
    @mde8965 Před rokem +23

    Hey Ray. This video reminds me of my very first mechanical undertaking. I had a 72 Plymouth Satellite when I was 16yo. This was in the years of the mullet. Starter went bad. I didn't have the money to get it expertly repaired by a professional. And one of my buddies claimed "It would be easy" and we could do it. It was September in good ole Pine-ellis country... and it was hot. So we jacked er up and after emptying half the tool box under the car, got the old one off. Then realized we had the wrong starter. Had to drive around to 3 stores to find the right one. Upon installation of said unit...I think it took the two of us 3 hours to get the top bolt in. After all we only had a cheap set of craftsmans...no wobbly bits...like one extension...and had no clue how to to be resourceful. Entire job took about 6 hours. But we were so dang proud when the car fired up... Thanks for all that you do Ray. Thanks for sharing so much of yourself with us.

    • @michaelpressman7203
      @michaelpressman7203 Před rokem

      I drove through a stream over a concrete slab during high water my starter motor shattered inside my 72 Town and country wagon it got towed into town the next day a friend gave me a ride to the local parts store down the road in his Hudson after that I took the starter motor apart replace the brush holder which was plastic and broke apart put it back together put the starter in and fire her up and went home a happy man have a great day

  • @stevenstritenberger1761
    @stevenstritenberger1761 Před rokem +56

    Good to see you in the new shop and doing great work as always man! Gotta replace water pump on my 4Runner this week so that should be fun and prove to me that I am glad I do not do this for a living but guys like you and youtube videos really help me out and I always learn something!

  • @johnhermiston4789
    @johnhermiston4789 Před rokem +1

    Great video, as an old retired boat captain, worked in a lot of tight spaces. On my F350 I replaced the top bolt with a stud. Makes the install easier. Keep ‘em coming!
    Captain Jack

  • @mackjohnson3165
    @mackjohnson3165 Před rokem

    Nice video and thanks for all the recording and step by step instructions.

  • @SouthMainAuto
    @SouthMainAuto Před rokem +11

    Ok I'll be the one to say it.... NO SAFTEY STANDS!? NO GLOVES!? You could have been under that vehicle and if the tire suddenly deflated you'd been a goner. This is YT, never get under a non jacked up vehicle with out a life jacket. Gosh you have so much to learn 😐

    • @RainmanRaysRepairs
      @RainmanRaysRepairs  Před rokem +5

      If the frame suddenly broke I could have been crushed. There was a lot of weight in the dump bed. 😬

    • @SouthMainAuto
      @SouthMainAuto Před rokem +3

      @@RainmanRaysRepairs I am glad you recognize the problem....

    • @leon419
      @leon419 Před rokem

      Hey Ray, just a suggestion but, personally myself I'd have thrown in a wheel chock as well, even on a flat surface, can't be too safe :)

    • @SouthMainAuto
      @SouthMainAuto Před rokem

      @@leon419 Haha see Ray I told ya 🤣😂

  • @richardsmith51
    @richardsmith51 Před rokem +16

    It is nice to see a pro work the same way as us shade tree mechanics. Laying on our back in the dirt is a place we have all been. You are both informative and fun to watch, I have learned much.

  • @jakobole
    @jakobole Před 11 měsíci

    I'm not a mechanic, but I love watching people who know their way around things.....your style, demeanor and professionalism makes me come back.

  • @matthewstiles3963
    @matthewstiles3963 Před rokem +2

    One quick tip on that style Ford there is a single wire connector right by the battery that does exactly what you did. All you have to do is touch to positive post. Easiest starter test that I have ever done on any vehicle. Kudos to Ford for that ingenuity anyway.

  • @victorjudice7344
    @victorjudice7344 Před rokem +9

    Ray, whenever I would fix something under a vehicle I always bring a large piece of rubber mat to lay on. Trust me, it beats laying on gravel or rocks. Great job on that truck. Well done...

    • @billboyer8897
      @billboyer8897 Před rokem +6

      Whenever a rich relative got a new appliance, we'd save the box to be used as a creeper for working under a vehicle in the dirt / mud / gravel.

  • @MrMattDat
    @MrMattDat Před rokem +10

    Always great to see you work Ray! I was surprised you did not bring an "attitude adjustment tool" with you to rap on the starter in the beginning. Done off camera?

    • @Thestargazer56
      @Thestargazer56 Před rokem +1

      As someone that has removed a "Ferd" starter or 5 I can relate. The last time my son did it for me and replaced the brushes in the motor and it still cranks. A few "love taps" will getcha running in a pinch.

  • @oscarbravo9009
    @oscarbravo9009 Před rokem +9

    I noticed issues like you described when I was in my 20s. The problem has progressed over time and affects both shoulders, neck, throat, arms, and hands. The cause is several collapsed discs in my neck (no trauma or accidents to cause them). Any work I do at (or above) head level becomes extremely uncomfortable after a minute or two from the neck all the way to my hands. I have not yet had to change my line of work but this definitely has made the job a lot harder as the years have gone by. I have to slow down and very deliberately do my work so that I can continue to resist item gravity. I find myself working from the top down rather than the bottom up when possible.

    • @warbuzzard7167
      @warbuzzard7167 Před rokem +1

      How did my story get into your life?

    • @porkstack
      @porkstack Před rokem +2

      I'm 66 years old. As I watch this my arms and shoulders and back and forearms are starting to ache. There's a piece of rust in my good eye and I have cramp in my leg.
      Anyone relate?

    • @JohnDeere14SZ
      @JohnDeere14SZ Před rokem +1

      @@porkstack I'm 62 have arthritis in both shoulders haven't had to put a starter in for 12 years I would last about 4 minutes before needing a break.

  • @ronnydowdy7432
    @ronnydowdy7432 Před rokem +1

    I like these longer videos. The way you test parts to make sure you have found a problem is very informative.

  • @knightwalker44
    @knightwalker44 Před rokem +29

    The dedication to get up in the middle of the night just to find out it was all for nothing! We really appreciate the effort you put in! It was fun to see that whole clip too.
    It could have easily been summed up as "i thought i lost the rest of the footage, so i went to the shop at midnight to find that I had the footage the whole time", but we get to see the hard work you put in for ourselves.

  • @chrisfreemesser5707
    @chrisfreemesser5707 Před rokem +10

    The fact that you'd go to the shop at midnight on Saturday just to get a video out for us is pretty amazing, but between having two young kids, starting your own shop, and putting out a new full length video every day, eventually you're going to get burned out. Ain't gonna lie...I love having new daily vids to watch, but nobody's going to think less of you if you skip a day here and there or even went to an every other day schedule to make your life more manageable 🙂

  • @kansascityshuffle8526
    @kansascityshuffle8526 Před rokem +3

    Minor nerve damage in your fingers could do the same. I remember working a machine that required some extremely repetitive motions to replace huge grinding stones. I had a shake for about 3 months after trying to do similar tasks.

  • @stevenandriulaitis1896
    @stevenandriulaitis1896 Před rokem +1

    Your tenacity to ensure a quality video production is admirable.
    Keep up the good work Ray!! 😎👍

  • @michaeltaylor5939
    @michaeltaylor5939 Před rokem +9

    @rainmanray That model of jump box is only supposed to beep constantly if it detects a reverse polarity condition (cables are connected backwards). It will also show the reverse polarity indicator on the screen which I do see on the video at 7:20. But you are clearly connecting the cables correctly if the colors of the clamps are correct, so that jump box may be defective.

  • @Owen.T
    @Owen.T Před rokem +9

    I didn't know a 06 F-350 comes with keyless start from factory🤣🤣

  • @davewilliams9353
    @davewilliams9353 Před rokem

    I really enjoy ur videos being a motorcycle mechanic for 26 years very informative
    I am a new subscriber

  • @joeybobbie1
    @joeybobbie1 Před rokem +4

    Great Job Ray. Really happy to see you with your own Shop. Things will just get bigger from here.👍❤️

  • @kowaltoboggan
    @kowaltoboggan Před rokem +16

    Thank you, Ray. Haven’t missed even one of your vids yet. Appreciate the “behind the scenes” glimpse into your genuine effort to share with the world your incredible talent. So happy for you to be off on your own now. Stay true to yourself. And BRAVO to you!

  • @brianmcdonald80
    @brianmcdonald80 Před rokem +12

    RAY! I’m missing the Doodle dooodly doos 😢

  • @johncoulter9753
    @johncoulter9753 Před rokem

    It's nice to see a proper mechanic, great skill!

  • @lzxray6781
    @lzxray6781 Před rokem

    Ray, don't know if you read the comments. But I have learned so much from you on repairing cars. I own a 2001 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner with the 2.7l 4 cylinder. She's got 242.000 miles on it and still runs great. Have some minor things to replace, PVC valve and thermostat and just replaced the radiator. I love that truck.

  • @neonsigns6721
    @neonsigns6721 Před rokem +7

    Ray, since you asked - I call it the "s" terminal. We run a voltage drop test on the starter motors for new engine installations and measuring the drop in voltage from the key to the s terminal is one of the tests. We call the excited wire a wire that goes to the alternator that energizes the field so the "nator" can do it's nating

    • @boggy7665
      @boggy7665 Před rokem +1

      "s" for solenoid?

    • @neonsigns6721
      @neonsigns6721 Před rokem +1

      @@boggy7665 yes I think so. Even though we call it a mag switch. So "m" would make more sense. But birg warner calls a different terminal the m terminal. Alot of larger diesel engine starters have that terminal labeled as the s terminal though. Borg Warner, Delco Remy (though they are the same company now). I think prestolite. Look at a diagram for a Delco 50mt, it will have that labeled as the s terminal. I know that is way more information than you asked for... But hey it's the internet where everyone is an expert! Have a good day

  • @alanm.4298
    @alanm.4298 Před rokem +5

    It is SO much more fun watching you work than doing it myself! 😎

  • @davidsherrod6498
    @davidsherrod6498 Před rokem

    Enjoyed it. Thanks

  • @jtveg
    @jtveg Před rokem

    Great work. ☑💯
    Thanks for sharing. 😉👌🏻

  • @k19widow
    @k19widow Před rokem +16

    Love listening to you in the background and watching each repair, learn lots about how best to approach these problems and gives me the confidence to do more myself!

  • @ckmoore101
    @ckmoore101 Před rokem +7

    if there is one thing I have learned from Rays videos, is I need a cordless ratchet (good one). That looks like your most convenient, time saving tool upgrade (from traditional).

    • @spaceflight1019
      @spaceflight1019 Před rokem +1

      A few years ago I bought an Earthquake electric ratchet. I took it to work at the power station and shaved a ton of time off a valve repair thanks to the wrench. The boss was so impressed that he ordered Milwaukee electric wrenches for us. He liked my electric heated hoodie too, and bought them for us.

    • @tolow16
      @tolow16 Před rokem

      Same here been looking at the hercules one from HF. Would love to get the snap on one but kinda pricey for me

    • @katywalker8322
      @katywalker8322 Před rokem

      I have a basic one. Not sure it saves much if any time per boot, but it saves a lot of effort - and that saved effort means I can keep doing bolts without getting tired abs slow down.

  • @johnrosen
    @johnrosen Před rokem +1

    Glad your working for yourself, doing good, I hope to get to your level some day, you gave me the motivation to start my youtube channel. thank you .

  • @Teslamaniac
    @Teslamaniac Před rokem

    Thanks for thinking about us so much, running around when you should be chillin

  • @cmarquez928
    @cmarquez928 Před rokem +5

    Good Sunday morning it is very appreciated all the information that you provided for the people that are willing to do there own repairs they can definitely absorb all the good tips., And just want to add good luck on cleaning up your yard for the new fencing

  • @alfredozayas3421
    @alfredozayas3421 Před rokem +5

    Ray, I would invest in some moving blankets from HF. They are cheap and come in handy for occasions like this one, or for impromptu picnics, beach blankets, and a lot of other things including moving stuff...

  • @kelviecarlile3282
    @kelviecarlile3282 Před rokem

    Bringing back memories of a starter I replaced 6x . I'm gonna have nightmares tonight. Thanks!!!

  • @kenjackson5685
    @kenjackson5685 Před rokem +2

    Great to see you moving forward Ray.... keep up the good work

  • @michaelredwine5074
    @michaelredwine5074 Před rokem +6

    For your dedication to your craft and steadfast commitment to your subscribers I award you the coveted 👍 and a hearty "attaboy"!

  • @ianmarsden8568
    @ianmarsden8568 Před rokem +27

    466k subscribers - on to the next milestone. I think the variety of content in the workshop and back on your property makes for a more rounded picture of what you do. Sure its great seeing one engine bay after another - and believe you me I have seen lots, because I like them - but the new stuff is more attractive. Which is fortunate because you had little choice I guess. More power to you and the family.

  • @rhohenstein2588
    @rhohenstein2588 Před rokem

    I love the back office banter and behind the scenes trials of a youtuber. Thanks.

  • @marktalley5885
    @marktalley5885 Před rokem

    Hello and Good Morning to YOU Ray, err I mean Good Midnight lol. Lazy Sunday just me and my Chow Chow puppy enjoying another great Rainman Ray video. Got inspired to put Banks headers on my tj from your Project Jeep vids. Also it's nice to watch a TRUE pro going through the same travails (at midnight no less! Yeah, I've NEVER done that! lmao). Take care buddy...and thanks for an awesome channel! Click!

  • @jllisiewski
    @jllisiewski Před rokem +9

    Been watching you for a while now.Wish the best for you and your family congratulations venturing out on your own!Your a true professional and awesome troubleshooter.

  • @fps079
    @fps079 Před rokem +4

    Thank you for your service, Ray. Thanks for the videos, too.

  • @Msjskdk
    @Msjskdk Před rokem

    We would also like to thank you too Ray and have yourself a great day 👍

  • @donaldhewitt100
    @donaldhewitt100 Před rokem +1

    As a mechanic my self . Yes the shaky hands is what I got as well. It’s just from manipulating things to fit . It goes away after a while of not working on cars for awhile. Mine did when I started healing from a surgery that took me out of work

  • @seraphim1833
    @seraphim1833 Před rokem +3

    I do the same thing with my hands fidgeting to get a fastener to line up. Thanks for the videos, Ray.

  • @rayclark9643
    @rayclark9643 Před rokem +7

    Ray so many of your videos just serve to reinforce my feelings of joy about being retired and not having to do things like this anymore😄!!!

    • @michaelpressman7203
      @michaelpressman7203 Před rokem +1

      Yes I'm retired and I prefer to do stuff myself this way I know my car is fixed right have a good day

  • @pascal9073
    @pascal9073 Před 10 měsíci

    Other youtubers :never showing there mistakes
    Ray : a whole middle of the night episode to look for a go pro and gets distracted 😂
    This is why you get our support genuine guy keep up the work

  • @TLee-pc1xs
    @TLee-pc1xs Před rokem

    Love your videos Ray keep up the great work

  • @geniferteal4178
    @geniferteal4178 Před rokem +8

    Every time I watch your videos it impresses me how thorough you are. Have you ever needed to use your video to show yeah I checked that? Seems like a great resource to back up your diagnosis.

  • @TrondBrgeKrokli
    @TrondBrgeKrokli Před rokem +8

    "I love it when a plan comes together" seems to be a good description for many of those things you do, Ray. Good job, thanks for sharing & uploading.

    • @2pugman
      @2pugman Před rokem +1

      Ray, Are they still makin' cheap aluminum wound starters ? Good copper wound starters are superior.

  • @nanookofthenorth6186
    @nanookofthenorth6186 Před rokem

    I’ve been fixing airplanes for a living for over 40 years. Glad to see “you can see it or touch it, but not both” isn’t just for Learjets. Love the vids…All the very best of luck with the new business!

  • @gregt722
    @gregt722 Před rokem

    Love watching you work & Talking to yourself. You’re your own commentator! Best professional diy mechanic! 😆

  • @nigeltina13
    @nigeltina13 Před rokem +8

    Hi Ray from the UK. Thanks for your videos you make. I'm currently off work due to mental health issues. I look forward every day to your all content keeps me going. Thanks Nige.

    • @stevo4649
      @stevo4649 Před rokem +1

      hope you get sorted Nige,all the best from a subscriber near heathrow,,👌👍

    • @michaelpressman7203
      @michaelpressman7203 Před rokem

      I retired now I'm 69 and I found out my mental health issues for the geniuses I was working with and not me have a great day

    • @michaelpressman7203
      @michaelpressman7203 Před rokem

      See phone misprinted I said from the geniuses I worked with have a great day

  • @philipershler420
    @philipershler420 Před rokem +4

    Initially, you called one of your tools a swivel. I was very concerned that you had forgotten to bring your “wobbly bits” from your previous job. But very relieved that you referred to that tool piece correctly subsequently. 😅

  • @sponiebr
    @sponiebr Před rokem +1

    I feel ya Ray, I don't throw things either... I just cry, silently, on the inside.

  • @darrylm3627
    @darrylm3627 Před rokem

    Good Stuff,Great Tips😄👍🏿

  • @brandonwilliams1671
    @brandonwilliams1671 Před rokem +18

    Good Morning Ray! Glad you were wearing your “bear arms” when you went back to the shop to look for the GO Pro! Love your content! I would probably watch a video of you watching paint dry as long as you had your whitty banter! Keep up the amazing work! You and the Family Unit are Amazing! Here’s to success in your current and future endeavours! Cheers 🍻 ☕️

    • @Grayhook1
      @Grayhook1 Před rokem

      😂I call it my American Express 😂
      (Don’t leave home without it)

  • @LeewardStudios
    @LeewardStudios Před rokem +9

    15 years ago a friend started an ambulance service with a used fleet. Can’t tell you how many repairs I had to make from the gravel. We saved money and time by doing what needed to be done and in a few years had an inside shop which could hold 8 ambulances and two side bays for smaller vehicles. I was wrenching on a unit outside and the new guy asked why I did t bring it inside first. Old habits die hard.

    • @wilbilt
      @wilbilt Před rokem +2

      There is only gravel here at the poor farm. A small section of concrete would be a luxury. Rolling a loaded transmission jack in gravel is great fun LOL.

  • @joshsandmeier9626
    @joshsandmeier9626 Před 10 měsíci +3

    This has my favorite squirrel moment so far!
    "I must find this camera... I drove all the way in for this camera at midnight for 6 minutes of video! Oh! Look! I got a new box of whatever... let me show you right now!"
    I love it, keep up the great videos!

  • @stevenkelley9025
    @stevenkelley9025 Před rokem

    You need to bring back the phone ringing, that's the only thing missing from your new shop! Great choice to go on your own. You are the best!!

  • @glennschemitsch8341
    @glennschemitsch8341 Před rokem +3

    Nice video, those little starter motors are lot easier compared to the old fashioned heavy ones. keep up the good work! you sure make me happy i don't work on cars anymore.

  • @benminor5562
    @benminor5562 Před rokem +21

    Unless I'm mistaken, the rate of growth of this channel versus time it has been running predict it could catch and exceed others like Car Wizard in short order. And rightfully so. It's simply excellent and better. Be careful what you work hard for sir, because you're going to have success far beyond what you ever likely imagined.

    • @travissheehan6082
      @travissheehan6082 Před rokem +2

      I like carcwizard when he does buy this not that or actually shows any work. The rest is kind of a waste of time, especially if that hoodie idiot is involved

    • @rolfrevman
      @rolfrevman Před rokem +3

      Used to watch car wizard til i realized we never saw him working on cars, just talk about working on cars...

    • @blackopsrocks
      @blackopsrocks Před rokem +1

      Same as others, car wizard has so few videos actually working on cars. He talks too much, yes we understand he is a knowledge filled person...its been established. But save that for friday night ask me anything live casts like richard holdener.

    • @brad3741
      @brad3741 Před rokem +2

      Ray makes good videos, has a wide variety of repairs, and he plays the youtube game very well. I can tell he closely follows his CZcams anylitics. Everything matters, titles of videos, thumbnails of videos, interaction with veiwers, and the time of day he posts the video. Also, probably the most important, he makes a lot of videos! I just looked, Ray has about 100 more videos than car wizard.

  • @CamoEffectiveness
    @CamoEffectiveness Před rokem

    I'm glad you are staying busy with the new shop. The feeling of working for yourself must be amazing.

  • @zona1953
    @zona1953 Před rokem

    Great videos! You mentioned your hand shaking. My right hand shakes when I reach for something. The Dr calls it an "intention tremor".
    Been like this for around 30 years. Not Parkinsons either.

  • @infatuationsencumbering2251

    working on that truck could be a health hazard hope you have all your shots Ray

    • @xephael3485
      @xephael3485 Před rokem +2

      No kidding.. hopefully he charged his fees up front.

    • @tiddybearkush
      @tiddybearkush Před rokem

      Indeed, how hard is it to not drive around in a dumpster 😂

    • @michaelpressman7203
      @michaelpressman7203 Před rokem +4

      I hate to say it but life is a health hazard you walk through it and do the best you can have a good day

    • @keno77
      @keno77 Před rokem

      Except for all the fake ones

    • @billymanilli
      @billymanilli Před rokem

      @@michaelpressman7203 very true!

  • @andymacpherson7424
    @andymacpherson7424 Před rokem +7

    Hi Ray .. Love the Vids .. Watching you fight with the Universal Joint and socket combination.. Have You tried or looked into "Wobble extension bars".They come in 1/4" 3/8" and Half inch bars . they allow the socket to Wobble but not as much free play as the Universal Joint gives... Hope this helps Andy UK ..

  • @dontimmins5878
    @dontimmins5878 Před rokem

    Another great video. Congratulations on the new shop, need to get a phone, missing your sound effects when the one at the Other place rang 😅

  • @MrDawes
    @MrDawes Před rokem

    Excellent video. Rainman working in the wild. I learn so much from you. THANKS!