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DIY Transmission Valvebody & Pump Vacuum Tester!
Today we'll show how to build a Sonnax style vacuum tester with NPT Fittings, needle gauges, and a vacuum gauge.
Simple and easy solution to be able to test the most critical part of your 4L60E or other GM, Ford, and Dodge transmissions!
Link to Sonnax Vacuum Chart; www.sonnax.com/tech_resources/441-gm-4l60-e-vacuum-test-guide
Remember to calibrate your tester!!
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DIY Cylinder Head Vacuum Tester!
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Follow along as we make a FREE (at least for me) Vacuum Cylinder Head Tester. This is an easy DIY ANYONE can do! You will see as I make mine out of misc junk in the shop. With this tester you can verify your cylinder heads don't need major work out of the gate and check if valve stem seals are sealing. Don't spend $100 plus on one if you can make it yourself. Save yourself a lot of cash you can...
Trailblazer V8 Oil Pan MUST DO! (Kevin Hanson Baffle) Rebuild and Upgrades!
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In this video we will SAVE the new LQ4 from certain death with some cheap and easy mods. Follow along as I rebuild this Oil Pan for the Trailblazer. Not only will this prevent catastrophe, it'll ensure the new engine lives a happy and long life. This applies to all LS Engines, but mainly those found in Trailblazer SS and 5.3 v8 models. Whether you rock a regular Trailblazer, TBSS, 4WD or AWD. T...
Purple Power does what to Aluminum?!?!
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Does Purple Power Ruin engine parts? Or more specifically aluminum parts? Can it safely be used? Come along as we fill Broken Acres with bad smells and broken hopes! The results are... Shocking to say the least.
Best Cam Bearing Tool? From Amazon?!
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Today we're going to see how well this cam bearing tool will remove and install bearings. Does it damage them? Does it actually work? Or does it permanently ruin my engine block and stall my rebuild. Find out here at Broken Acres as we test this Orion Motor Tech Cam Bearing tool from Amazon.
Engine Block Prep 101: Get that LS ready or any Engine
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Follow along for prepping an engine block. Tips and tricks and best practices. Take that junkyard block and turn it into something. Doesn't just apply to LS based engines, the concepts are the same whether Ford, Mopar, Honda, or etc. Music featured in video; Big 10 - Tracktribe Hotlanta - Tracktribe Amazon link to LS Head Bolt Thread Taps; (Note: This is not a sponsored or affiliated link. I re...
Powder Coating Factory Engine Bolts
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Powder Coating Factory Engine Bolts
I Bought The Cheapest Mag Starter on Amazon
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I Bought The Cheapest Mag Starter on Amazon
PRO Powder Coating Results with Harbor Freight Gun!!
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PRO Powder Coating Results with Harbor Freight Gun!!
Fixing Harbor Freight’s Powder Coating Gun
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Fixing Harbor Freight’s Powder Coating Gun
Is it worth it? Crework’s 30L / 7.9 Gallon Ultra Sonic Review (Yes with caveats)!
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Is it worth it? Crework’s 30L / 7.9 Gallon Ultra Sonic Review (Yes with caveats)!
Building a Quiet Box for an air compressor
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Building a Quiet Box for an air compressor
5 Easy tips to organize your Garage!
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5 Easy tips to organize your Garage!
99-06 & 07 Classic Silverado Sierra 2500HD Rear Wheel Seal & Bearings
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99-06 & 07 Classic Silverado Sierra 2500HD Rear Wheel Seal & Bearings

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  • @brieflean
    @brieflean 6 днів тому

    Let it matte out then just take the tape off and finish cure

  • @DerSumpfadler
    @DerSumpfadler 9 днів тому

    ☝️🤓

  • @bnkrdbones4391
    @bnkrdbones4391 Місяць тому

    If it’s a new timing cover and seal can you remove the seal and put it back on or it needs to be replaced once removed?

    • @mikesbrokenacres
      @mikesbrokenacres Місяць тому

      If you’re working on an LS, like I was in this video, chances are very slim of getting the seal out without damaging or ruining it. I’d always recommend a new seal in this situation. Thanks for watching!

  • @adrianpena5219
    @adrianpena5219 2 місяці тому

    Why make video but not show how to wire it

  • @Simple5.0
    @Simple5.0 3 місяці тому

    Do you think this will fit 19’s off my mustang AND maybe be converted to do 17” motorcycle tires? I can weld anything I need I just want to know if it looks like a worthwhile project.

    • @mikesbrokenacres
      @mikesbrokenacres 3 місяці тому

      It’ll do 19s. I’d recommend looking into doing the duckbill mod if you care about your rims. If you’re not careful with the bar with the changer will scratch your rims. Make sure to pad the changer with rubber to prevent any scratches or marring on your rims. As for the motorcycle tires, Harbor Freight use to sell an adapter that mated with this changer. They no longer sell it right now but you may be able to find one used. For motorcycle tires I spoon them on, I find it’s quicker and easier myself.

    • @Simple5.0
      @Simple5.0 3 місяці тому

      @@mikesbrokenacres good to know about the spoons being faster. Thanks

  • @thomaswilliams4215
    @thomaswilliams4215 3 місяці тому

    Only looking for how to wire mine up. What a waste of time

    • @mikesbrokenacres
      @mikesbrokenacres 3 місяці тому

      If you watched the video you’d see I pointed out where the incoming 240v comes in and where the wires go for your motor. If you’re having trouble with the pressure switch, it’s wired under the thermal relay for the in and out. Your wiring for the pressure switch may and probably is different then mine. Depends on make of the switch. Look at the wiring diagram. One wire goes out to the switch. One wire goes from the switch to the other terminal under the relay. Make sure to ground it all. Remember it’s 240v single phase. Two hots and a not. If you cannot figure out the basic wiring between the wiring diagrams and this video and comment, call an electrician. You do not want to be on the receiving end of 20 amps of 240v.

  • @thomaswilliams4215
    @thomaswilliams4215 3 місяці тому

    How can I unwatch this

  • @GrimReaper-play24.7
    @GrimReaper-play24.7 3 місяці тому

    👍👍👍

  • @rbarr1200
    @rbarr1200 3 місяці тому

    Sweet

  • @comfort_in_discomfort
    @comfort_in_discomfort 4 місяці тому

    Remember, dB is a logarithmic scale. So 2dB reduction is great. If you add more mass to the walls, you'll have better performance (like double/triple the drywall). I'm about to do this myself.

    • @mikesbrokenacres
      @mikesbrokenacres 4 місяці тому

      Absolutely! And if you build it as two walls, isolated as much as possible from each other, and offset the studs between walls you can reduce it much farther!

  • @bikbildr.5186
    @bikbildr.5186 4 місяці тому

    Wish I had seen this before I returned mine. Really mad surging.

  • @gerrymasterman5766
    @gerrymasterman5766 5 місяців тому

    I used it diluted in my parts washer. It removed the paint below the liquid level and dissolved the aluminum filter. It was diluter 8 parts water to one part Purple stuff

  • @dbmail545
    @dbmail545 5 місяців тому

    I think you should have weighed the test samples

    • @mikesbrokenacres
      @mikesbrokenacres 5 місяців тому

      I absolutely should have. I didn’t think at the time it’d be so destructive to my test samples. I plan to revisit this once I setup some ventilation and test this against a few products to find what cleans aluminum safely and the best

  • @electron1012
    @electron1012 5 місяців тому

    New sub here. Nice video.How long does your compressor take to build till cut off pressure?

    • @mikesbrokenacres
      @mikesbrokenacres 5 місяців тому

      Thanks! And from 0 psi to 150 psi it takes about 6 minutes to fill my 80 gallon tank

  • @rudyflores9395
    @rudyflores9395 5 місяців тому

    New to your channel what was the size of drill bit you used for re-drilling the extra holes on the part in the gun ?? I did see another video where the tip ( a metal tip ) was ex-changed for another & it looks like a PVC type pipe added to the tip of the gun. Would these mods help the gun more ? Since I'm barely starting to powder coat I can't afford even advise LOL to buy extra stuff for the gun. Thanks for the video's its awesome how you use the kiss method (keep it simple stupid ) Bueno sir be checking out the other videos you got.

    • @mikesbrokenacres
      @mikesbrokenacres 5 місяців тому

      I used an 1/8” bit. Since these videos the only thing I do different is I run the gun without the diffuser on the tip (the yellow plastic). I find the gun is a lot better without it in corners and I just bump the PSI to barely on when spraying. I don’t know how the metal tip or the PVC mod affect the gun but currently I’m happy with how it works with just the holes drilled out and 2 added. I’m glad you like the content! Thanks for watching!

  • @artistryoflockwoodandthorn8320
    @artistryoflockwoodandthorn8320 5 місяців тому

    Did it come out of the Wilkes-Barre area?

    • @mikesbrokenacres
      @mikesbrokenacres 5 місяців тому

      Yeah this one came from there. It needs the ways repaired and a 3 and 4 jaw chuck made for it. It had all the change gears and the other attachments minus a taper attachment. I’ve slowly gotten it back to working order and looking good again.

    • @artistryoflockwoodandthorn8320
      @artistryoflockwoodandthorn8320 5 місяців тому

      @@mikesbrokenacres I had seen it up for sale, and was debating on making them an offer when you must have gotten it. I look forward to seeing you progress with it. I might be able to get you the specs for the chucks.

  • @commentbotog2025
    @commentbotog2025 5 місяців тому

    Looks great congrats

  • @Surfweinerhawaii
    @Surfweinerhawaii 5 місяців тому

    Better keep cleansing...... Definitely not sanitary to eat chips out of it.

    • @mikesbrokenacres
      @mikesbrokenacres 5 місяців тому

      The chips I found tasted fine to me! They aged just like a fine wine

  • @ryananderson8974
    @ryananderson8974 5 місяців тому

    Real f****** nice? Thanks for sharing!

  • @CycleFab
    @CycleFab 5 місяців тому

    Good job.

    • @mikesbrokenacres
      @mikesbrokenacres 5 місяців тому

      Thanks, gotta give credit where credit is due. You’re the original founder of this mod and you also make an excellent replacement for the original one. So thank you for your videos on this!

  • @genegalpin556
    @genegalpin556 6 місяців тому

    Great Video buddy. I am looking into doing some home Powder coating. Thanks.

    • @mikesbrokenacres
      @mikesbrokenacres 6 місяців тому

      Thanks and awesome! Let me know how it goes for you then!

  • @Anthony-vq1wn
    @Anthony-vq1wn 6 місяців тому

    Paint it Chevy Orange engine paint.

    • @mikesbrokenacres
      @mikesbrokenacres 6 місяців тому

      I am a Chevy guy so makes sense!

    • @Anthony-vq1wn
      @Anthony-vq1wn 6 місяців тому

      ​@@mikesbrokenacres Engine paint is a super tough finish.

  • @benjitheengi4447
    @benjitheengi4447 6 місяців тому

    Look for dtm or some damn good bonding primer. Dont beleive that paint and primer in one bs. Surely whats what happened with the last paintjob. High gloss red might look good. Or magenta

    • @mikesbrokenacres
      @mikesbrokenacres 6 місяців тому

      Everything minus the bed, chip tray and legs I’m going to powder coat. If I had a large oven I’d do all of it. I’m not sure if I want to take it to someone to do those since my oven isn’t large enough or if I want to spray it. If I do spray it I’m thinking an epoxy primer on it first. Perhaps a red and black combo would a good choice!

    • @benjitheengi4447
      @benjitheengi4447 6 місяців тому

      @mikesbrokenacres7927 ohhhhh a powder coat. Ive never worked with those but i bet itll look sweet

  • @Arv.99
    @Arv.99 6 місяців тому

    You can never have too many tools

  • @little_one
    @little_one 6 місяців тому

    Oh my gosh what a beauty.

  • @ewaldvanderbiezen5892
    @ewaldvanderbiezen5892 6 місяців тому

    Looks good😊

  • @user-ke5rt1xr1i
    @user-ke5rt1xr1i 8 місяців тому

    Great tips my man

  • @rollinchevys6134
    @rollinchevys6134 8 місяців тому

    Dam thank you 🙏 sir u made a whole lotta sense knowledge like this u can’t just find anywhere. I have a 98 2 dr Tahoe and thinking of dropping a LQ4 in it and the tranny was my issue but u answered everything in a short.

    • @SofiaSclafani
      @SofiaSclafani 27 днів тому

      I believe 2001+ is all short crank

  • @ignaciosisneros9420
    @ignaciosisneros9420 Рік тому

    Sorry not hateing but 6-8 ply tires are LT also

    • @mikesbrokenacres
      @mikesbrokenacres Рік тому

      No worries! Didn’t even think of that, when I buy tires locally for my truck I always say LT before the size and end it with ten ply to make sure I get exactly what I want. Didn’t even think of the 6 and 8 ply tires that are also LT. Thanks!

    • @mosesandrews4381
      @mosesandrews4381 7 місяців тому

      what kind of wood you use in order to mount the tire changer down

  • @mikesbrokenacres
    @mikesbrokenacres Рік тому

    Building a Quiet Box for an air compressor ua-cam.com/video/T_-trAUPf0I/v-deo.html