General Repairs

14 videos

Videos that may help you with some common repairs.

Removing Carbon Buildup On Intake Valves | Direct Injection27:44
Removing Carbon Buildup On Intake Valves | Direct Injection
10 months ago
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Is your DI engine running poorly? This may be why... Carbon buildup on intake valves is a special consideration for Direct Injection (DI) engines. This video covers DIY servicing of your valves, and it was surprisingly easy. It is generally applicable to all DI -only engines, and directly applicable to Hyundai and Kia Nu series 2.0L GDI engines. Including: 2013-2015 Hyundai Elantra / i30 (& 2016 GT), Hyundai i40, Kia Forte, Kia Soul, Hyundai Tuscon Like changing your oil, this HAS to be done, or your engine WILL fail! ** Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FixingWithFriends/ Website: https://www.fixingwithfriends.ca ___________ Credits ___________ Starring - 2016 Hyundai Elantra GT Co-starring - 2 mics, and some carbon Girlfriend plz -by- Sora The Troll Source: https://soundcloud.com/user-265680042/ License: (CC0 1.0) Public Domain / Permission from Artist (We caution you, his other music is very weird. ...Like an 11 year old Weird Al on caffeine pills) #diyrepair #vehiclemaintenance #hyundai

Brake Line Flare Misadventures | Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais13:31
Brake Line Flare Misadventures | Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais
1 year ago
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A heavy duty mechanic (Jesse) helps That Guy You Know with re-flaring a new brake line on an N-body 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais S. That Time We Flared A Brake Line (Fixing W/ Friends | Episode 4) Feat. lots of brake bleeding. ** Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FixingWithFriends/ Drivetribe: https://drivetribe.com/t/fixing-w-friends-e5NhP3M7SNKYONij5HBPYQ ~~~~~ Skip ~~~~~ Opening - 0:00 Work Starts at: 1:36 ___________ Credits ___________ Starring - An Oldsmobile Co-starring - Humans White Crow by XTaKeRuX https://freemusicarchive.org/music/XTaKeRuX/Empty_Grave/White_Crow License (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/legalcode

Steering Knuckle Removal - Bad Wheel Bearing [Part 1] | Acura Integra24:49
Steering Knuckle Removal - Bad Wheel Bearing [Part 1] | Acura Integra
2 years ago
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My car makes loud noises at speeds above 50kph (30mph)? Does the sound go away if you turn one direction but not the other? Chances are you have a bad wheel bearing. Wheel bearing diagnosis: Jack up the car and try to wobble the wheel in and out (hold the top and bottom). If it wobbles (at the hub) it's almost guaranteed to be worn out. In this video we show you how to get to your front wheel bearing. Unfortunately it's not easy like cars with a single hub/bearing assembly. The process is likely the same (or very similar) for a Honda Civic around the same year. (Reupload for video quality issue) ** Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FixingWithFriends/ Website: https://www.fixingwithfriends.ca YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCITl-PhnrG6xlKPOi0Yrxqg ___________ Credits ___________ Starring - 2000 Acura Integra Jump Up And Bounce Down ~by~ FantomenK The Massacre ~by~ FantomenK CPU Mood ~by~ FantomenK Album - The Massacre Get the album on Itunes! https://music.apple.com/us/album/fantomenk/426984733 License: Permission by Artist #FixingWithFriends #FWF #RustyRepairs #Integra

Warped Rotors? Front & Rear Brake Replacement | Mazda 337:04
Warped Rotors? Front & Rear Brake Replacement | Mazda 3
2 years ago
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Amanda is back and today she's learning how to change her brakes (pads & rotors). Not only is this her first brake job, it is also her first DIY oil change. She just bought a 2006 Mazda 3. However, it is making thumping sounds and the steering wheel shakes while braking. This sounds like the symptoms of a warped rotor. But upon inspection all 4 sets are very worn so the front and rear brakes all getting replaced, and might as well change the oil while we are at it. Fixing With Friends, where we make manual labour FUN!... ** Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FixingWithFriends/ Website: https://www.fixingwithfriends.ca YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FixingWithFriends ___________ Credits ___________ Starring - Amanda's Mazda Co-starring - Humans Getting Melodies Out Of My Head -by- FantomenK Tiny Tunes -by- FantomenK The Sprites And You -by- FantomenK Album - The Massacre License: Permission by Artist Get the album on iTunes! https://music.apple.com/us/album/fantomenk/426984733 #Brakes #FixingWithFriends #FWF

Does EZ Strip Work? | Paint Stripper Comparison26:46
Does EZ Strip Work? | Paint Stripper Comparison
2 years ago
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Which one should you buy? Toluene vs Acetone vs EZ Strip I couldn't find any useful information when I went to buy them so I thought you might want to see how they work. At the end you should know, what is the best paint stripper for your car. Should you sand or use chemicals? We discuss that aswell. ** Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FixingWithFriends/ Website: https://www.fixingwithfriends.ca YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FixingWithFriends ~~~~~ Skip ~~~~~ 00:00 - Intro 02:10 - Safety Precautions 04:36 - Testing Starts 07:43 - Acetone Results 08:30 - Toluene Results 10:03 - EZ Strip Results 13:28 - Conclusions Acetone 15:20 - MSDS 15:41 - Conclusions EZ Strip 16:54 - Conclusions Toluene 17:23 - Tips 19:40 - Heat, Sanding, or Chemicals 26:23 - Outro ___________ Credits ___________ Starring - Deadly Poison Co-starring - Less Deadly Poison DisChipo -by- FantomenK Album - The Massacre License: Permission by Artist Get the album on iTunes! https://music.apple.com/us/album/fantomenk/426984733 #CarPainting #PaintRemoval #FWF

Can Spray Painting A Car Look Good? Bumper Replacement | 2015 Chevy Cruze19:40
Can Spray Painting A Car Look Good? Bumper Replacement | 2015 Chevy Cruze
2 years ago
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Derek's car had a collision in winter and needs a cheap fix. We are doing a 'rattle can' paint job, on a new front bumper cover for a Chevrolet Cruze. If you want to do the best job possible, do it inside, take your time, and sand it to perfection. But you can do a passable job outside, using matched spray paint from a local supplier. ** Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FixingWithFr... Website: https://www.fixingwithfriends.ca Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCITl-PhnrG6xlKPOi0Yrxqg ~~~~~ Skip ~~~~~ 0:00 - Opening 0:45 - Work Starts 4:11 - Upper Retaining Clips 5:27 - Wires & Lights 6:54 - Paint Can Fan 7:25 - Trim Removal 9:55 - Painting 13:31 - Derek's Stunning Revelation 13:44 - Trim Installation 16:56 - Bumper Installation 18:14 - Wrapping Up 18:46 - Outtakes 19:12 - Bad Luck _________ Credits _________ Starring - 2015 Chevy Cruze Co-starring - Derek & Jon Girlfriend plz -by- Sora The Troll Source: https://soundcloud.com/user-265680042/ License: (CC0 1.0) Public Domain / Permission from Artist (We caution you, his other music is very weird. ...Like an 11 year old Weird Al on caffeine pills) #SprayPaint #CollisionRepair #FixingWithFriends #FWF

Fix Your Perma-Twisted Seat Belt In Seconds | Fixing With Friends00:59
Fix Your Perma-Twisted Seat Belt In Seconds | Fixing With Friends
3 years ago
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Get rid of that annoying twist in your seat belt, and understand how and why it ends up that way. ** Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FixingWithFriends/ Website: https://www.fixingwithfriends.ca Drivetribe: https://drivetribe.com/t/fixing-w-friends-e5NhP3M7SNKYONij5HBPYQ ___________ Credits ___________ Starring - 1989 Cutlass Calais Co-starring - That Guy You Know #Safety #FixingWithFriends #Shorts #FWF

Do You NEED To Plug In Your Car? Why Do Cars Struggle In The Cold?11:42
Do You NEED To Plug In Your Car? Why Do Cars Struggle In The Cold?
4 years ago
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What happens to your car when it gets cold? Why doesn't your car start in extreme cold? What happens to your oil when it gets cold? Why is synthetic oil an advantage? This episode we show you the effect low temperatures (-18C -20C -30C -45C) have on your car, and how to prevent excessive engine wear and damage. Oil gets thick in the cold, and your coolant can freeze. This is why you need to plug in your car! Be prepared for winter by winterizing your car. ** Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FixingWithFriends/ Drivetribe: https://drivetribe.com/t/fixing-w-friends-e5NhP3M7SNKYONij5HBPYQ ---Complimentary Videos--- Oil Viscosity in depth - Engineering Explained https://youtu.be/IKdhgKUZhPA Frozen Oils - MIchael Cummings https://youtu.be/pxepwZ4e85o Head to Head, Conventional vs Synthetic - Project Farm https://youtu.be/a9DWGtXpYUc ~~~~~ Skip ~~~~~ Opening - 0:00 Oil's function - 1:14 Oil Ratings - 3:00 Cold oil demonstration - 4:52 Why Synthetic is better - 7:01 How engines are cooled - 9:42 What is the appopriate coolant mix? - 10:20 Frozen Coolant - 11:05 ___________ Credits ___________ Starring - Oil, Coolant, Anti-freeze Co-starring - Really @#$%!*& Cold temperatures Return to the basis by Soft and Furious https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Soft_and_Furious (CC0 1.0) Public Domain Riding the Film (1937) - Jam Handy Organization https://archive.org/details/0762_Riding_the_Film_04_18_19_00 (CC0 1.0) Public Domain #FixingWithFriends #FWF #Winterize #ColdWeather

How to Replace Non-Replaceable Driveshaft U-Joints | Datsun 280Z25:37
How to Replace Non-Replaceable Driveshaft U-Joints | Datsun 280Z
4 years ago
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Learn to install universal joints, and how not to install U-joints in a prop-shaft. See how they break, why U-joints break, and how U-joints work (SKIP TIMES BELOW). This largely applies to all types of U-Joints, "irreplaceable" or not, and especially for other S30 and S130 240Z/260Z/280Z and 280ZX, (Part numbers are often specific to year(s)). NOTE: Use care (and extra padding) for specialty propeller-shafts. (magnesium, aluminum, Carbon Fiber, etc.). These were the measurements I took for the U-joint (yours may differ)... Cap: 0.945-0.958 Ears: 1.637-1.526 ** Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FixingWithFriends/ Drivetribe: https://drivetribe.com/t/fixing-w-friends-e5NhP3M7SNKYONij5HBPYQ ~~~~~ Skip ~~~~~ Opening - 0:00 How Did it Break - 1:37 What Does a Broken U-Joint Look Like - 6:02 How to Remove a U-Joint - 6:48 Work Starts - 7:32 Installing a U-Joint - 12:30 How to Install a Driveshaft - 12:25 What Not to Do - 20:07 Inside a U-joint - 20:31 Outtakes - 22:43 ___________ Credits ___________ Starring - Datsun 280Z / ニッサン FairladyZ Co-starring - The Shaft Det var han -by- FantomenK DisChipo -by- FantomenK Album - The Massacre Get the album on Itunes! https://music.apple.com/us/album/fantomenk/426984733 License: Permission by Artist Battle of Pogs by Komiku https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Komiku (CC0 1.0)

Fairlady Wiring Issues LEDs Don't Turn ON | Datsun 280Z19:31
Fairlady Wiring Issues LEDs Don't Turn ON | Datsun 280Z
4 years ago
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This episode we cover how to fix your miswired harness and re-pin connectors on a 240z/260Z/ 280Z WITHOUT buying a new connector. Also, we accidentally reveal how to remove your speedometer or tachometer without removing the steering wheel or dashboard. (standard) LEDs only run one way, which is an opportunity for mistakes and difficulties. Especially when your S30 cabin harness comes miswired from the factory. If your LEDs aren't working and your gauge lights are out, check the wires and connectors. ** Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FixingWithFriends/ Drivetribe: https://drivetribe.com/t/fixing-w-friends-e5NhP3M7SNKYONij5HBPYQ ~~~~~ Skip ~~~~~ Opening - 0:00 How To Remove The Tachometer - 0:45 Identifying the problem - 08:29 Re-pinning Connectors - 09:46 ___________ Credits ___________ Starring - Datsun 280Z / ニッサン FairladyZ Co-starring - No one EPIC SONG by Alpha Brutal https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Alpha_Brutal License (CC BY-SA 4.0): https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/legalcode

Where To Buy Cheap Auto Parts? - Rock Auto | Getting Started In DIY18:28
Where To Buy Cheap Auto Parts? - Rock Auto | Getting Started In DIY
4 years ago
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If you want to learn how to fix cars, you need to know where to buy low cost parts. To our knowledge the cheapest and best place to buy car parts online is www.rockauto.com. Don't waste money buying from chain parts stores that typically charge more than 100% more than RockAuto even including Shipping If you disagree, we appreciate any alternatives you can suggest. That time we helped you save money on your car (Fixing W/ Friends | Episode 6) Our personal coupon: Rock Auto discount code: 177909047136289555 (Expiring Aug. 29, 2021) Otherwise you can find them on google easily enough *This video is not sponsored nor do we recieve any benefit from this (...That should be obvious given Fixing W/ Friends has 60 some subscribers.) ** Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FixingWithFriends/ Drivetribe: https://drivetribe.com/t/fixing-w-friends-e5NhP3M7SNKYONij5HBPYQ ___________ Credits ___________ Starring - Rock Auto Co-starring - That Guy You Know Project Farm Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sJ3L-E-ufYo Engineering Explained Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GS69owXpGdY Intro Song: Intensive Puzzle Resolution by Komiku Album: Poupi's incredible adventures ! https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Komiku (CC0 1.0) Public Domain #RockAuto #EngineeringExplained #ProjectFarm

Changing & Installing Tires | Volvo XC7018:15
Changing & Installing Tires | Volvo XC70
5 years ago
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That Time We Changed Some Tires (Fixing With Friends | Episode 3) Swapping on a set of winter tires on a... 2007 Volvo XC70 ?? and swapping a turn signal, because communication is important. ** Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FixingWithFriends/ Drivetribe: https://drivetribe.com/t/fixing-w-friends-e5NhP3M7SNKYONij5HBPYQ ~~~~~ Skip ~~~~~ Opening - 0:00 Steps To Change Your Tires - 0:52 Work Starts at - 2:25 Wheel Removal - 3:30 Inspecting Tire Wear - 7:17 LugNut Tightening Order - 8:49 Indicator Bulb Change - 11:17 ___________ Credits ___________ Starring - A Volvo Co-starring - Humans Run against the universe by Komiku The Moment of Truth by Komiku Intensive puzzle resolution by Komiku Album - Poupi's incredible adventures ! https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Komiku/Poupis_incredible_adventures_ Battle of Pogs by Komiku Album - Captain Glouglou's Incredible Week Soundtrack https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Komiku/Captain_Glouglous_Incredible_Week_Soundtrack (CC0 1.0) Public Domain #DIY

Oil Change & Checking Fluids | Dodge Avenger25:20
Oil Change & Checking Fluids | Dodge Avenger
5 years ago
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That Time We Did An Oil Change (Fixing With Friends | Episode 1) 2009 Dodge Avenger SXT *The skip times shifted when trimming the channel intro (by -1m 22s). They have been corrected below V-V-V ** Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FixingWithFriends/ Drivetribe: https://drivetribe.com/t/fixing-w-friends-e5NhP3M7SNKYONij5HBPYQ ~~~~~ Skip ~~~~~ Start 0:00 Jacking The Car 1:28 Oil Change 3:39 Rounded Bolts 5:26 Fluid Disposal 15:52 Checking Fluids 17:37 Bloopers 22:30 ___________ Credits ___________ Starring - Danish's car Co-starring - Humans EPIC SONG by Alpha Brutal https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Alpha_Brutal License (CC BY-SA 4.0): https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/legalcode Skate by Komiku https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Komiku (CC0 1.0) #DIY