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A Geeks Garage
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Welcome to A Geeks Garage. I am a "computer geek" by trade, and have decided that working on cars would be a fun hobby. I don't have any training in this, so watch me as I learn how to tear down and build back up a car. With my first project car complete (1991 Dodge Stealth RT/TT) I am moving onto working on a 1984 Dodge Rampage this winter. Follow along and see where I end up. Just keep in mind: "I Learned it watching UA-cam. ¯\\_(ツ)_/¯"
1984 Dodge Rampage - Part 5 - Rear Shocks
With the brakes all wrapped up on the Rampage, its time to start on the rear suspension. Time to get the original shocks removed, and some new shocks in place and the car back down on all four tires.
If you are looking for how to replace the rear shocks on a 1984 Dodge Rampage, check my web site out for some close up pictures of the work.
ageeksgarage.net/gallery/84-rampage-rear-shocks/
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If you are looking for how to replace the rear shocks on a 1984 Dodge Rampage, check my web site out for some close up pictures of the work.
ageeksgarage.net/gallery/84-rampage-rear-shocks/
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1984 Dodge Rampage - Part 4 - Front Brake Fiasco
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After finishing up the rear drum brakes, I decided it was best to just go on and get all the brakes done and complete the fronts. That did not work out very well. Turned into a much larger project that I thought it would. To make things worse, most of the video I recorded got corrupted on the SD card. This is what I was able to put together from the video I did have. If you are looking for how ...
1984 Dodge Rampage - Part 3 - Completing Drum Brakes
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I am back at it and this time we are going to finish up the rear drum brakes. Who knew this would turn into such a big project? But by the end of the video the brakes are on and working. Pictures of the rebuild are available here as well if you come across this video and you are looking to do this yourself. ageeksgarage.net/gallery/84-rampage-drum-brakes/ Music: Addict by NEFFEX
1984 Dodge Rampage - Part 2 - Bending some Brake Lines
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Since I broke both the brake lines to the rear drums, I am going to try and make new lines for the Rampage. How hard could it be, its just some metal pipes to bend right ... Music Addict - NEFFEX
Start-X Remote Car Starter Install on 2019 Nissan Versa
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In this video we will be installing a START-X Remote car starter on a 2019 Nissan Versa. This is not a how-to video, more of a hints and tricks video and a short review at the end. If you are looking for a full how to, be sure to check out the manufacturers install video here: ua-cam.com/video/V4oljES_gMk/v-deo.html Link to the starter from Amazon: amzn.to/3XY7hlc Music: Go Down Swinging - NEEFEX
1984 Dodge Rampage - Part 1 - Starting on the Rear Brakes
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It's time to start the winter project, and that means brakes. Specifically rebuilding the rear drum brakes on my 1984 Dodge Rampage. Let's just say it doesn't quite go to plan, and 38 year old brake lines do not like to come off as easily as I had hoped they would. Oh well, its a learning opportunity right? Music Tropical Love - Del
Introducing Project Rampage
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It's finally time to start on my next project. Introducing my 1984 Dodge Rampage 2.2. While not quite as sporty as the '91 Stealth, this is yet another unique Dodge vehicle that I couldn't resist picking up. I am going to take you on a tour of this unique and somewhat rare trucklet and show you what I will be up to over the winter.
The New Garage Tour
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Over the summer when I was not working on the Stealth, we expanded the garage! Now I have a dedicated workspace to work on my car projects. Come take a quick tour of the new space with me before I get going on my next car project. Music: Bite Me - NEFFEX
6G72 Engine Diagnostics - Rough Idle and Stalling
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In this video I take you through testing the Throttle Position Sensor and Idle Air Control Valve. I talk about the symptoms that they were causing with my engine and how to test the TPS sensor. These two items are just two of many things that can adversely effect the idle of the 6G72, but replacing them may help you as well if you are having similar issues. Be sure to check this channels Posts,...
Dodge Stealth/3000GT Hood Strut Replacement
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If you are looking to replace the hood struts for your Dodge Stealth or 3000GT be sure to watch this video to save yourself a headache.
1991 Dodge Stealth - PreLube, First Start and Rolling out of the Garage
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So this is it. After two years of work, its time to fire up the engine after the rebuild, button a few things up and take her on her first drive. I wish I had gotten more footage of me driving it for the first time, but I was on a time crunch and had to get this car buttoned up. Thanks to everyone who has followed along for the past two years and given feedback, suggestions and words of encoura...
1991 Dodge Stealth RT/TT - Final Assembly
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1991 Dodge Stealth RT/TT - Final Assembly
1991 Dodge Stealth R/T - Oil Cooler Replacement
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1991 Dodge Stealth R/T - Oil Cooler Replacement
1991 Dodge Stealth R/T - Transfer Case Install and fluid change.
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1991 Dodge Stealth R/T - Transfer Case Install and fluid change.
Dodge Stealth R/T - Jack Axel Rebuild & Install
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Dodge Stealth R/T - Jack Axel Rebuild & Install
Replacing the Starter motor in a 2009 Pontiac Vibe
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Replacing the Starter motor in a 2009 Pontiac Vibe
6G72 Engine Assembly - Part 16 - Engine Install
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6G72 Engine Assembly - Part 16 - Engine Install
6G72 Engine Assembly - Part 15 - Transmission Install
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6G72 Engine Assembly - Part 15 - Transmission Install
6G72 Engine Assembly - Part 14 - Fuel Filter Flush and Gas Tank Drain
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6G72 Engine Assembly - Part 14 - Fuel Filter Flush and Gas Tank Drain
6G72 Engine Assembly - Part 13 - Fly Wheel and Clutch Install
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6G72 Engine Assembly - Part 13 - Fly Wheel and Clutch Install
6G72 Engine Assembly - Part 12 - Turbo Instal
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6G72 Engine Assembly - Part 12 - Turbo Instal
6G72 Engine Assembly - Part 11 - Exhaust Headers
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6G72 Engine Assembly - Part 11 - Exhaust Headers
Starlink Internet - Unboxing and First Impressions
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Starlink Internet - Unboxing and First Impressions
6G72 Engine Assembly - Part 10 - Timing Belt Install
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6G72 Engine Assembly - Part 10 - Timing Belt Install
6G72 Engine Assembly - Part 9 - Valve Cover Install
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6G72 Engine Assembly - Part 9 - Valve Cover Install
6G72 Engine Assembly - Part 8 - Cam Install
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6G72 Engine Assembly - Part 8 - Cam Install
6G72 Engine Assembly - Part 7 - Head Install
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6G72 Engine Assembly - Part 7 - Head Install
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Great to have you back!
This is the best series I've found on you tube showing the rebuild of a motor
This is gold
Those cone spring washers are hard to find. Otherwise called Belville washers. Loving this video as I'm at a similar stage with my motor. cheers
Best lockers are two bolts with large washers going through the bolt holes on the front cams and bulldog clips. Those tensioner tools are crap. Best to buys as many as you can in one hit.
Great video. Stealth and 3000GT are identical. I work on them and own 2. History (1980s-90s): Dodge partnered with Mitsu due to Chrysler's business objective. GM partnered with Toyota and Ford partnered with Mazda. To make the long story short, Mitsu had the quality and technology so Chrysler had Mitsu design and produce everything, except for the Stealth's exterior design. Dodge did a slight modification of exterior but dimensions were same. Everything else was produced by Mitsu and stamped with Mitsu's 3 diamond logo. Dodge stamped Chrysler logo on exterior sides only. Ultimately, freed up Dodge in 1992 so that they could focus on their ultimate super car...Viper. Reduced some of the high tech items from Mitsu by simplifying and focusing on brute power and cornering...thus, the Viper came to dominate against all high performance cars...
Oh the humanity.......taking thay apart next time is going to be fun with all that rtv ......thats a no no in our shop.
You mention “somebody makes a code reader”. Who and how can they be contacted?
Here is a link to the guy who makes the device. anterojussila.wixsite.com/lcdbc They also appear to sell it over at 3SX Performance, www.3sx.com/3s-touchscreen-obd1-obd2-scan-tool 3sx appears to mark up the price from what is listed on the other site. For what its worth I bought directly from the maker, but this was also over 3 years ago. Hope this helps.
My motor started knocking what should I do
I want to say thank you for making this series and uploading all that you have. I just finished building and finally running my 3000gt and without you I wouldn’t have been able to do that
WOW, I dont know what to say other than THANK YOU. That makes me feel so great. I was hoping that seeing someone else be able to successfully rebuild one of these things would take away a little of the stigma that comes along with them. Congratulations on completing your project, and enjoy!
Started watching cuz I'm pulling and engine this weekend...and what do ya know I'm pulling it out of a black Stealth. What are the odds of that LOL. Wow. Hope this went well for ya, scored a new subscriber. Thanks for the video.
Good luck with your project, and be sure to check out some of my other videos on pulling the engine. Its not a simple task, and putting it back in is even more of a pain. But the sense of accomplishment you get from doing it yourself is unbelievable. If I was buying the engine stand again today, I would spend the extra $100 for the one with the built in rotisserie. Having the engine flip on you if you are a one man show is scary. Good luck to you and thanks for subscribing!
@@AGeeksGarage After watching your video and see how the 6G72 acts on the stand shown, I'm definitely springing for the rotisserie style engine stand. I'm a one man shop, can't risk it.
Is it possible on this engine to rotate the crank all by itself clockwise and can sprocket individually in order to line up timing marks? this would be a huge help. Thank you 🙏
Thanks for the video, but that thing is junk, a waste of $200. A man should not have to go to those lengths to use an engine stand. The only hoist I would find it usefel for is a big overhead hoist that it doesn't matter which way the engine is turned you can put it on.
Hello, I watched all 16 parts of this series, great stuff, thanks for sharing! - just dropped off our parts at the machine shop on Tuesday, so in a couple weeks the rebuild will begin
Good luck to you! Rebuilding the engine was probably my favorite part of this entire project. It is so rewarding to hear that engine fire up for the first time after the rebuild!
Hey so sweet Stealth! Not that I know it all but your cv boots were already torn before you noticed. Especially the pass. side one; the joint looked very dry. Oil-based grease inherantly destroys rubber and the only fix is to replace the leaker. I bought both front cv axles for my vintage Datsun 4x4 from Rock Auto and the lasted about TWO MONTHS before they BOTH tore on the outboard boots.
Thanks for the comment, sucks that they break down so quickly. A Datsun 4x4 is awesome, you dont see too many of those around any more. Thanks for watching.
That should help with my 1990 Daytona V6.
One year later, still working great. Have had no issues with it and it hasn't caused any adverse issues with the car. Would buy it again if I had another Versa to work on.
Thanks for the video. Any long term issues with this product since you’ve had it? Cheers
No problems with this at all. The only complaint is that it "sometimes starts itself", however I believe this was due to accidental bump of the keys as opposed to it truly "self starting".
I had a 91 Dodge Stealth ES. When it started having issues running and wouldn't start it ended up being the ECU. The capacitors inside the ECU failed and leaked out onto the board causing a short.
I bought a different ECU on eBay, also had to replace the IAC valve
@A Geeks Garage, I know it’s been a long time since you’ve finished the Stealth. But do you remember having trouble removing the CV Axles from the transmission? Were they easy to remove or did you have to use any special techniques to get them off in one piece? I did watch your other video on getting them off but in that video they were already out of the transmission just dangling. I watched the other engine removal video to see if there was any explanation there, but there wasn’t any. If you could please help that would be greatly appreciated. I’m going to try to rebuild my transmission this spring when I get the car back from out of storage and I want to make sure I don’t fall into any pitfalls that I know I can avoid. Also, I don’t know if you remember me commenting on one of your videos from earlier this year about the Stealth being finished. But I finally did get my Stealth and I am in love with that car. It’s the most fun I’ve had with a car ever. It just needs some loose ends tied up and it’ll be in great shape! Thanks in advance for your help. (I’ve researched that there are circlips that hold the cv axles to the transmission. That’s my main concern with removing the axles. How to get those clips off so I can simply pull the axle out of the transmission.)
@kiweeltyler3586 yeah, removing the CV axels from the transmission was a pain! I ended up using a pry bar that I had in the basement (one for wood working... not the best tool but it did work). This guy here: ua-cam.com/video/nVxDgcTJOHE/v-deo.html used a similar method to what I did. I think maybe I would try using a tie-rod separator if I had to do it again (although I am not sure that this is the best tool for the job either ... ) Good luck on your project. Good luck with your transmission rebuild!
@@AGeeksGarage thank you!
Usually this is caused by one of the 4 girdle stays being installed wrong. The counterweight hits the stay if it’s installed wrong.
Yep that is exactly what it was. Took a little bit to figure that out, but once I got it pulled back apart I was able to flip it around and get right back to putting it back together. Thanks for watching.
Looking good buddy 👍🏼
Nice work sir! She's lookin frikn AWSOME!! Good luck at the show🏆🏆
Thank you!
Good luck. You already won first to arrive 😊
Thanks! You won the award for first post!
It doesnt help much if you didnt show how to install and calibrate the tps sensor If its not calibrated, there will be improper shift in the transmission and among other things 😂
Awesome bro! How could you get the error code on this older vehicles? I can’t seem to find a scanner for that…
So there is a scanner specific to the first gen 3000GT/Stealths. You can buy it here: anterojussila.wixsite.com/lcdbc I have an older version of this and love it. Your other option is to follow the instructions here: www.stealth316.com/2-diagcodes91-93.htm to manually read the codes. I can't speak to the newer cars (94+) since I have not worked with one of them. Hope this helps.
That was useless
I’m trying to find the torque specs for the maxspeedingrods connecting rods. Do you happen to remember what they were?
I am sorry I do not, I just checked to see if I could find the documentation, but I believe that I threw out the paperwork after I was done. I will check a few other places, but I am not optimistic that I will find the docs. A search on the internet for the ARP 2000 bolts that come with the connecting rods says ~45ft lbs. ... but I can NOT validate that. Good luck to you.
I followed your advice and we were able to install these struts. However, it seems that the blister on the left side doesn’t fit properly anymore. Actually there is an opening between the blister and the hood. Could that be because of the increased tension the not exactly made to measure struts are putting on the hood? Have you observes this as well?
I did not have that problem, mine is still working great. Was the hood rusted, or the mounting point compromised in some way? I would reach out to 3SX as they have always been extremely responsive and helpful when I contacted them. Sorry to hear you didn't have as good an experience with the struts.
Sounds like someone learned the hard way
Yeah, I should have known better. But this is how you learn. Thanks for watching.
I watch your videos for the dogs. Lololol no seriously, brakes suck. When I did the rears on my Midget the brake fluid that came out was absolutely disgusting. Roasted brake fluid is all I can describe it as. Just South of Starbucks coffee.
Hey buddy did you go one tooth back on the crankshaft gear or did you place it right on the mark? Thank you
I placed it right on the mark. I have seen some people put it one tooth back as it makes it easier to get it to line up when you put the belt on. Good luck with your repair.
I REALLY appreciate the videos. I have a 1992 Dodge Stealth ES. It is garage kept. Super clean, but has a few idiosyncrasies. I LOVE my car though. It’s wonderful to see you dissect one. In my opinion, it’s the coolest modern car of the 90’s. Definitely appreciate your efforts.
Thanks that means a lot. I had a lot of fun working on it. There are a few more things to finish up with the exhaust that I am hoping to do this summer. Enjoy your ride, they are great cars!
I did use the Strong arm struts and the worked fine on my 1994 Mit 3000gt SL.
Weird ... Not sure how they mounted for you and not for me, I wonder if the mounting brackets are different from the Stealth vs the 3000gt.
Can you bolt the engine stand plate 1/4 turn on to the engine and adjust the plate a little higher to center the weight . when you take the intake and heads off it will be bottom heavy but it will be lighter
The metal clamp on the rubber hose has squeezed the line shut most likely. Rust gets under the strap and collapses the hose
For $10 I got a replacement line, but I will watch for that next time. Thanks for the comment.
You obviously have no idea what to do
You have no idea how right you are ...
The shop helpers are getting soooo big !! Cute puppies
It certainly is an odd car. Hassan and I are in the MG Car Club and are hosting a car show 8/27 in Rush, you should bring the Rampage!
If she is back on the road I will. I am further along in the work than the videos show and am currently trying to figure out how to patch rust holes in the floor pan when they dont make re-pop floor pans for this unique little guy.
@@AGeeksGarage crazy they don't make that stuff, they make it for all the sprites and MGs of all ages. Maybe it's just too new and unique. Sounds like you're back to the whole "side of a washing machine" method, lol
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HAHAH so you know how this is called "A GEEKS Garage"... there is a thing called "ODBc" in the tech world, for connecting to databases, and years of saying ODBc, have become muscle memory. Thanks for the correction.
@@AGeeksGarage ahhh - i wondered. ODB is in my daily vocabulary. Good stuff.
Any chance you could post driving the vehicle? Have you had any issues post rebuild or is everything good?
Right now in upstate NY it is below fr ezing and everything is iced over... So she won't be leaving the garage for another month or two. I was waiting to do a full driving video once I have the exhaust complete as it is currently very loud to drive. Stay tuned I will be sure to post driving videos once I take it for a longer drive. Thanks for the comment and for watching.
Quick question, why do you put the belts on after the engine is installed? Can’t you put the belts on before installing the engine?
Good question. I was following someone else's instructions on how to remove and put back the engine and that was their suggestion. I do remember part of it was that I did not want to disconnect the power steering pump lines (you will notice it tied to the firewall in some of the video) and so that very much drove the decision to put the belts on after the engine was back in the bay.
Wow, amazing job is done! Thanks a lot for sharing, that is very useful as I was eager to learn more before my 6g72TT assembly starts next week! Yeap, I remember the notice from the first video - it is not a manual! And again, congratulations, I know that it always goes not as planned with these babies:) I really appreciate you taking these videos to share your experience!
Thanks! It was super satisfying to complete the work, and I am glad that making the videos have been helpful to others. Good luck on your build, and please come back and let us know how it went!
I think I would have cleaned that pick up tube.
I wasn't sure what I would be getting into when I first started buying parts so I figured buying a new one was best. It probably could have been cleaned in an ultrasonic cleaner and been fine.
Sorry. I am doing the same motor right now, and just about to put the pistons back in.
Yeeesss pistons
Ima rebuild mine too how much did it cost you to take it to the machine shop
I think it was about $1100, for having the short block cleaned, decked, new freeze plugs, and oil jets, and cylinders honed, heads milled, valves fitted and rings gapped.
Were there any lights that would display on your dash when this issue was occurring, or was the vehicle only able to tell you there was an issue through the obd tool?
Mine is currently having issues of the vehicle stalling within a second or two after starting it up. It does not happen on cold start, only when the engine is already warm, and I have found out that I can relearn the idle by revving gently to 2k rpms, and slowly down to 1k rpms, and letting it go. Then it will go back down to about 5 to 600 sound like its about to stall and then idle again. I am new to the field so does that sound like it could have to do with the TPS starting to go bad, a bad fuse, or something else? I have replaced my vacuum lines so I don't think I have any air leaks right now. I would test it myself like you did in the video but I do not have the tools. Any advice is appreciated, and thanks for the great repair videos you've made, they help a lot!
Unfortunately there was no indicator light light that said "the TPS sensor is bad" although what you are describing does sound similar to what I was seeing. If you have access to a volt-meter there is a way to "read" the diagnostic codes from the car. (if you don't have one you should be able to pick one up fairly cheap at a Home Depot/Lowes or Amazon ... depending on where you live) This page details how to do it: www.stealth316.com/2-diagcodes91-93.htm Its a little difficult to do, but it is manageable. Hope this helps in some way.
@@AGeeksGarage awesome, I will look into that. I did some more looking and saw that it could also be the IAC, and the throttle body may need a service since Im at 63k miles
@@connorarndt1726 yeah, I ended up replacing both the IAC as well as the TPS sensor. The TPS sensor seemed to cause issues when the engine was cold, and the IAC problems showed up once the engine was warmed up. One quick test I remember for the IAC is at idle, try turning the steering wheel from "lock to lock" (all the way left to all the way right), the IAC should respond and up the idle of the engine to compensate for the extra load on the engine. Would love to hear what you end up finding.
@@AGeeksGarage Im not sure if that test will affect it bc the vehicle dies as soon as I start it when its warm. But I will see if it affects the rpm after I relearn it. I have noticed after relearning it, it will still run rough with a slight misfire for a few minutes and then eventually go back to normal.