In this video I help a customer out by replacing the rotted-out exhaust flanges on her 2015 Honda CRV. Convertors in NY are really expensive because we are forced by the government to purchase C.A.R.B. certified convertors regardless of the emission package the car came equipped with from the factory or we can face a fine of $25,000. (no joke look it up)
At any rate this is an easy fix and will last her a long time.
-Enjoy!
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You may not be welder certified but you’re a master torch cutter.
Nascar approved.
PRNY 😂 My condolences Eric
Ooooh brother…. who taught you how to weld… that great. I love it.
As a woodworker you can't have too many clamps. I guess as a mechanic you can't have too many vice grips. Great job.
Anyone notice the Warning Uncertified Welder Present sigh on the wall? In Australia we do 6 months of welding course during our automotive mechanical apprenticeship.
Here I am closing my eyes during the tack weld….I'm at home in my lounge room….old habits are still strong…..
Nice you take the time to help your community save money…That’s extremely rare.
Mr. O Love watching you and have nothing but respect. I'm an automotive technician myself. It worries me to see you working with you wedding ring on! Every automotive instructor and trainer I've ever had say leave it at home! I'm sure you are aware, I'm just concerned for your finger. Thank you for creating such informational and entertaining content.
Yeah man if the cat is still good there is no reason not to weld a new flange on it. I have done this many times in my home shop with cars with over 200k on them cause I'm in the northeast!.. No real mechanic should not have the abilty to weld should be among the first skills taught to all new mechcanics.
Great job savings on the catalytic converter, she's going to be happy 😊.
Look at this guy… just casually putting his welds on the internet
Sir just notice the collection of the license plates you have on the wall. the ( CER 376 ) how that thing ended up in your wall? LOL
I see the paycheck collection truck is there!
Eric, I can't survive without mine either!!
I am as frustrated as you are, over the stupid laws on the emission systems in your state. It makes no sense!!
great repair!
Love your work/videos! I'm new as far as welding, and have been taking care of my own cars now, I'm an HVAC mech. now for 26 yrs, have been trying to find an answer on this ?: is it a good idea to mig/flux weld something while it's still on car? I was worried when doing my mid pipes that using the car as the ground or send charge through the car while welding would affect and possibly damage cars electronics? Would love to know your thoughts. Also, might I suggest a band saw (cordless obviously ) instead of sawsal in some cases. I learned the hard way😂. Thank you again
Nice job Eric – always impressed with your approach to repairs.
Ha! If you saw my "gorilla" welding you would go get your certs. Ugly is not the word for my welding…..but it is not gonna fall apart! Bless you for being a good guy and helping when you can. Your little city should be proud to have you. They are lucky to have a true craftsman who believes in doing good work and taking care of the customer when possible. Keep on keeping on!!
Very great job ! You saved your customer a lot of money ! Thanks Eric for your experience! Handyman Dave!
Dude, weld spatter can burn through the eyelids and gravity is working against you, wise up…
I’m a younger mechanic and I patch mufflers and do stuff like this too when it makes sense. A lost art in the world of today.