The next live hang out is scheduled for August 12, 2015 at 7pm EST. Check my Google+ page for details: https://plus.google.com/b/100195180196698058780/100195180196698058780/posts
The next show will also be an hour long thanks to Advance Auto Parts!
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Jim Bates channel: http://www.youtube.com/jimbatesproductions
In this show we talked about fiberglass body panels and crash protection, how to use a clutch in traffic, hard starting with a carbureted engine, AC problems, how to evacuate an AC system, does the oil get removed when evacuating AC?, VTC problems on K series Honda’s, VW shifting problems when hot, solving Odyssey alarm problems, igniting switch issues, hard hot restart problems, leaking injectors, what type of plugs to use, cleaning new brake rotors, machining discs and drums, P0500 codes, and other automotive stuff.
Special thanks to Jim Bates from Advance Auto, he was a great guest and a font of automotive wisdom. I hope we can have him on the show again.
If I didn’t get to your question I apologize. Questions posted after the event ends will not be answered. Questions posted to the YouTube video will not be answered. Next show is July 22, 2015 7pm EST though, or visit EricTheCarGuy.com 24/7/365.
The best place for answers to your automotive questions: http://www.ericthecarguy.com
Videos discussed in this hang out.
Basic Electrical troubleshooting 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wLVu2HYtOhA
Basic Electrical troubleshooting 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVSvA0y-peA
Finding Noises on your Vehicle: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6mpNRJ7m-c8
How To Check Fuel Pressure: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AeVTZz0od7Y
AC System basics: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w17DpGCcRj8
AC Performance test: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XU_A4wNuHXI
Finding and Repairing AC leaks: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=95RdGLFIbL8
Recharging AC systems: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lglPJuBXVeE
How To Drive a Stick: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D2C_eNV6znw
How To Diagnose a Clutch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h7JJ_g2UuBI
Disc Brake Service: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cKpmBvfVYZg
How To Adjust a Carburetor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oRrJQRtBNck
Discussion about this video: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/kunena/18-The-EricTheCarGuy-Video-Forum/59057-ericthecarguy-jim-bates-answer-questions-live-47#142935
Useful articles.
Engine overheat: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/what-to-do-when-your-engine-overheats
No start problems: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/solving-automotive-no-start-problems
Idle issues: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/solving-automotive-idle-problems
Performance issues: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/solving-automotive-performance-issues
Diagnosing Noises: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/diagnosing-noises-in-your-car
Diagnosing Vibrations: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/determining-the-causes-of-vehicle-vibrations
Electrical Problems: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/solving-automotive-electrical-problems
Brake Issues: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/solving-brake-problems
Transmission issues: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/solving-transmission-problems
HVAC problems: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/solving-automotive-hvac-problems
Buying a Used Car: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/what-to-look-for-in-a-used-car-purchase
Leaks: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/finding-and-fixing-leaks
MPG: http://ericthecarguy.com/faq/finding-and-fixing-the-causes-of-poor-mpg
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1984 celica gts 22re ignition coil getting super hot car won't start til coil cools down. need to replace. can I replace with msd or exel better quality coil? any difference
he puts boring in boring. I'm falling asleep too.
Please someone help. I need my truck back. Its an electronic 4×4 nd its stuck in 4lo..can I just remove the front driveshaft nd drive it? I've been riding my bike nd lost 10 lbs lol..I need my truck back guys help! My question is would it matter if I remove the shaft ..I mean the CV axles r still technically electronically locked.. But no driveshaft.. Would I be able to drive it? Without the clunks nd jumps of driving on dry pavement
Eric, Can you please put up a video on how to tighten Emergency brake on 2008 Ford Edge. Also had a hard time in removing the rear rotor. Any suggestions. Have heard that rear bearings on this vehicle are failing at 60K. Thanks
Hi Erick, I would like to buy an OBD can you recommend a good one. I used to wrench on cars with my dad as a child. Now that I am 58 ( am a women ) tired of getting ripped off. I am purchasing a code book as well for my 03 Tahoe. I bought it used from an unsavory type. Took it to a Mechanic, I asked him to go over it. Full tune up, changed the oil filter plugs, plug wires, wire harness, air filter, he also changed the fuel pump and filter. Before the tune up it had power ie when I hit the gas pedal it took off now it lags. And when it sits and idles for a short time it starts to get hot. Thank you for your time. Bobbie
I have a 1996 Chevy blazer and when I drive it for a bit and have to stop my car will start to shake like it is going to stall but when I start to drive again it will be fine then when I slow down to stop it does it again and so on. What do I do?
Cool show!
Do you have a video about honda six speed manual transmission that was put in the 2006 honda civic si as well as others that blows the main input shaft bearing. Seriously by the time you hear it and get it checked out its wallered out and ruined the trans case. Honda wanted 4945 dollars to fix my car. So now I have to buy a rebuilt trans for 1699 and install it myself and be stuck here without a car because some engineer used the wrong bearing. FUUCCK
For that Austin guy with the manual transmission, I think to put it quite simply, yeah, it's def. something you have to feel, but he had the right idea in his secondary question which I don't think was really answered. You rev it up a little bit and half engage the clutch for like 1/2 or 3/4 second just to get the car rolling a bit then clutch back in. You want to get the car rolling a little bit but you want the clutch to be engaged as little of a time as possible w/o shocking the drivetrain. That's by far the best way to do it. Hope if he reads this that helps.
Also, as a side note, revving less is better for the clutch (given the same clutch engagement duration) as there's less of a speed differential which will translate to less heat which will translate to less wear. So just like, 1700 revs or so (depends on the car and how much torque it makes down low), partially engage the clutch for like 1/2 second, then disengage and let it roll. As little revs as possible for as little duration as possible.
Yeah Jim ruined the show Please dont do again.
No thanks to uber muffed sound, cant hear anything really.
Someone should send Eric a better webcam 😉
Well im late as always bye for now
Hi Eric and Jim….got a 1995 Toyota Corolla…my clutch works well when car has not been driven… I drive it for a while and my clutch gets stuck in first or second…i need to turn off car to put it in gear….i adjusted the clutch underneath car and it still does it….can you tell me what the problem may be….plus when i put it on reverse or 5gear it grinds….can you help me….Mike
Hey Eric and Jim, quick question, can I use dielectric grease on brake slide pins since its silicone and not petroleum based?
dam he skipped my question lol
hey, i have a 2003 lexus is200 and the problem is that that the check engine light doesn't show on start up but does show up after a few minutes driving because of a o2 sensor, just strange that the light doesnt show on start up could it be a bad bulb?. what you think?
What's a perfect go cart motor
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Eric, what kind of adapter for a radio would i need to install a http://www.walmart.com/ip/Kenwood-KDC-BT710HD-CD-Receiver-with-Bluetooth-and-HD-Radio/36706823 in a ford 2001 crown victoria (Police interceptor model)
Going to replace engine of my BMW 316i tomorrow, so I came to see some tips and saw this show live, awesome.
Awesome Jim Eric
What do you think of tesla?
got a 1995 Toyota Corolla…my clutch works well when car has not been driven…
I drive it for a while and my clutch gets stuck in first or second…i need to turn off car to put it in gear….i adjusted the clutch underneath car and it still does it….can you tell me what the problem may be….plus when i put it on reverse or 5gear it grinds….can you help me….Mike
Quick question Erick and quick answer please … 2010 BMW 535 or 2010 Mercedes C350
Thanks for your videos I have a 1998 chevy malibu the cooling fans are not working I check the fan motor they working fine I change the thermostat still not working can u help me
Hey Eric, my car, a 1996 nissan skyline, it has a 2.5 litre turbo engine, Is making a high pitched whine, almost like a supercharger whine, at high rpms ( 6000+ rpms) and it only occurs then. what could it be, i have recently checked all the belts and they all seemed to be in good condition.
thanks
quick question …i have a 04 nissan altima 2.5L that is having starting problems…..the car drives fine when started but cranks and dont want to start….ive changed the crank sensor, cam sensor, sparkplugs, ignition coils, fuel pump, catalyst converter….any ideas?