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Smackey's Garage
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Приєднався 5 вер 2010
Welcome to Smackey's Garage! Show up, work on my 1969 Mustang and other classic cars and trucks (and anything else with an engine), and spend the evening relaxing in the garage while I do the work.
www.smackeysgarage.com
This channel is one man's journey through many projects that happen in the garage. Join the fun by subscribing to follow as I build up a garage in my new house, fix up and restore classic cars, modify my vehicles, and try out new car parts and tools.
Current Vehicles and Projects
1969 Mustang Mach 1
2008 Factory Five GTM
2013 Shelby GT500
2015 Audi A4 2.0T
2018 F150
2007 SkiDoo Renegade (Snowmobile)
www.smackeysgarage.com
This channel is one man's journey through many projects that happen in the garage. Join the fun by subscribing to follow as I build up a garage in my new house, fix up and restore classic cars, modify my vehicles, and try out new car parts and tools.
Current Vehicles and Projects
1969 Mustang Mach 1
2008 Factory Five GTM
2013 Shelby GT500
2015 Audi A4 2.0T
2018 F150
2007 SkiDoo Renegade (Snowmobile)
Dash Cam F150 Install! | Garmin Mini Dash Cam 2
I'm installing a Garmin Dash cam in my F150. I'm going to show you the way to install a dash cam so that it is a very clean install and not visible behind your mirror. We will use a mirror tap, or a USB adapter for behind the mirror that is plug and play.
Why pay someone to install the dash cam for you when you can do it yourself with this easy kit!
Garmin Dash Cam Mini 2: amzn.to/3PV8asP
Dongar F150 Mirror USB Adapter: amzn.to/3Cq9lNZ
The truck is a 2018 F150 but the process should be similar for many year trucks.
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All videos are for entertainment purposes only. Attempt these projects at your own risk! If you do, make sure you follow all manufacturers instructions!
Why pay someone to install the dash cam for you when you can do it yourself with this easy kit!
Garmin Dash Cam Mini 2: amzn.to/3PV8asP
Dongar F150 Mirror USB Adapter: amzn.to/3Cq9lNZ
The truck is a 2018 F150 but the process should be similar for many year trucks.
#f150
#diy
#dashcam
For sponsorship inquiries contact us here - smackeysgarage@gmail.com
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Instagram: smackeysgarage
All videos are for entertainment purposes only. Attempt these projects at your own risk! If you do, make sure you follow all manufacturers instructions!
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Skidoo Flywheel Crank Removal
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Is your flywheel stuck on your Skidoo crankshaft? Is the Skidoo flywheel removal holding you up? Buy the right tool (skidoo flywheel puller). I spent a few weeks heating, hammering, and using an impact on the crank with automotive tools to try and remove the flywheel. If I only had the right tool I would have saved a ton of time.... This engine is going to get rebuilt so I can have a spare runn...
How to put a FLAT TIRE back on a Rim
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Did your tire fall off your rim? Was this on your snowblower or tractor? I'm going to show you a simple way to get a tire back on a rim using a ratchet strap and an air compressor. No special tools required! #diy #snowblowers For sponsorship inquiries contact us here - smackeysgarage@gmail.com Check Out My Web Store to Support the Channel: www.smackeysgarage.com Join this channel to get access ...
I bought a BED WEIGHT for my F150! Was it a good decision?
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Are you sick of sand and salt in the bed of your truck in the winter. Try this! The ShurTrax system let's you use water in the bed of your truck to add weight. This makes it easier at the end of the year to not have to get rid of salt or sand. Surprisingly it works really well! The one I have is in my 2018 F150 5.0 with the short 5.5' bed. It would fit a longer bed too. ShurTrax Bed Weight: amz...
I 3D Printed a Snowmobile Tail Light! | SkiDoo Renegade 800
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I've decided to modernize my SkiDoo snowmobile by building a custom rear LED brake light and removing the large "wing like" structure. Sleds of this day and age ran halogen or dual filament bulbs rather than modern LED lights. This sled is probably one of my favorite to ride so i wanted to give it the upgrades and mods it deserves! The sled is a 2007 SkiDoo Renegade 800 HO PTEK that was just re...
Audi A4 Oil Change | B8, B8.5 2009 - 2016
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It's really easy to change the oil in your Audi A4 and I'm going to walk you through a DIY on my car. This video shows exactly how I do my oil changes on my 2015 Audi A4 B8.5. This should be the same on many Audi's and VWs with a 2.0T engine, but check the required torque for the drain plug. Audi Oil: amzn.to/3Deuiez (One Extra for all the oil your car burns) Oil Filter: amzn.to/3ZoQ3Qn Extra D...
2015 - 2019 F150 USB-C Upgrade!
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I upgraded my truck to a USB-C Charger for my Apple / Android phone! I've been wanting to upgrade to a USB-C charger for my truck for a while. To do this mod, you will also need to upgrade your sync to Sync 3.4. See my video below See this for Sync 3.0 to Sync 3.4 Update! ua-cam.com/video/cU-gno459jA/v-deo.html Hose Pick used to remove the old module: amzn.to/3PbF8on USB-C Module: www.tascapart...
Sync 3.4 from 3.0 Update | How to and Step by Step on my F150!
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I'm upgrading my 2018 F150 that has Sync 3.0 to Sync 3.4. I've been wanting to upgrade for a while, because I've heard the UI is much faster and the enhanced night mode is easier to view. In this video I'm going to walk step by step through the installation of Sync 3.4 on a Ford vehicle that originally had Sync 3.0. This works on other vehicles that have Sync 3.0 as well. Cyan Labs Website: cya...
Universal Gauge Mounts for YOUR Classic Car or Truck!!
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I've designed a BETTER Universal Gauge Mount for classic cars and trucks and others! My goal was to make a gauge mount that could be mounted to a circular pipe, tube, or steering column. These will fit many different trucks and cars. If you want to purchase one, head over to my website: www.smackeysgarage.com Subscribe! ua-cam.com/users/SmackeysGarage Join this channel to get access to perks: u...
BETTER SEAL and Fix Rattles on your Garage Door with GREEN HINGES!
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Here is a solution how to better seal and insulate your garage door to keep it warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer. Installing the green hinge system has helped me fix rattles and seal the garage door better. Green Hinges: amzn.to/3BfxTc0 I'm extremely happy with how this is performing in my garage that I purchased a set for every door that I have. #garage #garagedoors Subscribe! ua-c...
Will it Start??? - SkiDoo Snowmobile Rebuild Part 3
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We are going to get this thing STARTED! We are going to get the rest of the engine and components rebuilt and back into the sled. Unfortunately I found issues with the carburetors and other parts I wasn't expecting.... We are going to take off the PTO Buddy, rebuild the Boyesen rage cages, get the exhaust, cooling system, clutch and everything back together to get this sled riding again. Part 1...
The Final 1969 Mustang Drive | What I've done to the car this year
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Going on one last drive in the 1969 Mustang Mach 1 for the year. I'm going to talk through the mods I've done to the car, how I've enjoyed it, and enjoy it for one more ride around town. Fall is here in New England and it is time to put the cars away. While we haven't had any measurable snow yet, it is coming and I want to be prepared. Come along for one final drive in the car before I put it a...
Installing and Testing New F150 LED Fog Lights
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Are you wondering what the best fog lights are for your F150? Well today we are trying out a new fog light that is cheaper then anything that I have tried before AND it performs better. I've been searching for the perfect F150 fog lights for me that have the best lighting and the best performance. To find the perfect fog light, it needs to 1) Still have the fog light pattern 2) Provide a good a...
The Engine is GOING IN! Snowmobile Rebuild Part 2
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The Engine is GOING IN! Snowmobile Rebuild Part 2
1969 Mustang Custom Gauge Pod! - Steering Column Mount
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1969 Mustang Custom Gauge Pod! - Steering Column Mount
F150 Key Fob Battery Replacement | DIY | How-To
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F150 Key Fob Battery Replacement | DIY | How-To
SkiDoo Restoration | Blown Engine | Rev 800 PTEK Part 1
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SkiDoo Restoration | Blown Engine | Rev 800 PTEK Part 1
I bought a $900 Vyper tool cart... and I LIKE IT
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I bought a $900 Vyper tool cart... and I LIKE IT
F150 Dometic Fridge Install and Review!
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F150 Dometic Fridge Install and Review!
Counterfeit(?) vs OEM F150 Coil Comparison (8L3Z12029A & 8L3E-12A366-AA & DG-521)
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Counterfeit(?) vs OEM F150 Coil Comparison (8L3Z12029A & 8L3E-12A366-AA & DG-521)
Audi A4 2009 - 2016 Headlight Bulb Replacement DIY!
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Audi A4 2009 - 2016 Headlight Bulb Replacement DIY!
F150 BedRug Long Term Review | 4+ Years!
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F150 BedRug Long Term Review | 4 Years!
F150 5.0 Belt Replacement with Diagrams! DIY
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F150 5.0 Belt Replacement with Diagrams! DIY
Ford F-150 Backflip MX4 Bed Cover Review | Install and First Impressions (2015-2020)
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Ford F-150 Backflip MX4 Bed Cover Review | Install and First Impressions (2015-2020)
Power Running Boards for my F-150! | Boost Auto Powered Running boards Installation and Review!
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Power Running Boards for my F-150! | Boost Auto Powered Running boards Installation and Review!
Audi A4 Engine Air Filter Replacement DIY (2009-2016)
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Audi A4 Engine Air Filter Replacement DIY (2009-2016)
Removing Adaptive Learning from the Transmission on My 2018 F150!
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Removing Adaptive Learning from the Transmission on My 2018 F150!
2015 - 2020 Ford F-150 5.0 Coyote Engine Spark Plug Replacement
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2015 - 2020 Ford F-150 5.0 Coyote Engine Spark Plug Replacement
Will the hood mounted wire harness NPD Part Number : 13B308-1 plug into the turn signal wire harness on a 68 mustang?
Very straight forward video. Thanks again.
Thanks
Nice, concise description of the process, without wasted time. My 2012 FX4 5.0 has the same belt & pulley layout. At least in my year model there seems to have been several configurations, depending on engine and options, and many of the available YT tutorials seem to show different layouts. On a side note: My truck has 217k. Original belts were changed out at around 120k, at the same time the original water pump went out. Figuring the belts should be changed again at ~ 100k since the last change, and knowing tensioners also go bad over time, I also changed the two tensioners (figure you have to pull one off anyway...). What I noticed immediately was much harder starts. Several seconds of engine turning over, a few more times than usual, before suddenly "catching" very violenty with a much more "forceful" initial start up. Second thing I noticed is the responsiveness of the throttle. Pressing on the gas pedal gets a noticeably quicker response (less "soft / mushy" of a response to throttle increases. Less "gradual" acceleration response than before). No thrown codes, though. Timing advance is about where it has been and should be, so my timing doesn't appear to be off. Maybe timing chain adjustment issues adapting to the new belts/tensioners? Lastly, I have noticed a slight improvement in gas mileage, perhaps ~ 1 mpg improvement on the highway. Maybe I'm imagining it, but I went from about 17-18 mpg highway (mid 18's if I really "feather" and soft-touch the pedals when accelerating or decelerating, to 19 mpg on my first long, 1 1/2 hr trip immediately after the changeover. Anyone else seen similar issues with the "hard starts", or noticeably more sudden / forceful starts? Or the quicker pedal / throttle responsivenes? Thanks.
Just changed my battery following this, thanks for the assist
Glad to help!
Did you use 1/2” or 1/4” npt on your filter/regulator
1/2" NPT
Having a mid 2000s SkiDoo 800 HO is like boating....break out another thousand
You are exactly right. I have an 01 and an 07 in my trailer.
On my 2020 xlt I’ve added a bullet antenna, American flag tire stem caps, weather tech mats, led fog lights, high beams and license plate lights, bright white low beams, tailgate assist, and did a resonator delete. Going to add tint, oil catch can, led reverse lights, wheel well covers, maybe new shocks too after seeing this video. In the future I’d like to change the rims to black fuels and put a level kit on. It came from factory with the soft roll up cover, led bed lights, bed liner and tow mirrors which were some nice additions.
That's a great list of mods. I'll have to check out the american flag stem caps. I like the fuel wheels as well, but I might end up going bronze. I think it looks great with white. Thanks for sharing. Sounds like a great truck
Thank you for saying 8mm/10mm... to many how-to's kinda forget little things like that...
Glad to help. Figure knowing what tools you need before you go into the project makes it so much easier!
Nice review thanks
Appreciate you watching!
Great idea, did it work?
It did. Made a big difference in the garage from the smell. Wife = Happy
Thank you! It worked in my 2018 f150 Raptor.
Pretty easy, takes about 20 minutes once you have all the tools.
Definitely. More steps than other cars, but after you do it once, it isn't hard to do again.
I've thought about those for about 5 years now. I wanted one for my mustang, but then thought the police would use it against me. Lol. Seriously though, they are almost great idea. A while back my wife was rear ended by some moron in a plow truck. Turned out he didn't even have insurance so that became a battle. Great video brother.
I didn't even think about that. i guess it doesn't have a GPS built in so there is no MPH visible... haha. Thanks for watching. Appreciate it!
Would like if you could try the Garmin X310 4K. Also is anyway if had that installed can you say use Garmin Mini as your rear camera. I'm confused as if you can use seperate camera with X310 in the Garmin Drive app. This would be for new SUV purchase so rear of SUV has 12V outlet. Thanks
I'll do some research on it. Why the X310 specifically? It's the most expensive one that doesn't have many purchases (based on Amazon review numbers). I'll definitely look into that one further, but at that price point, you might want to consider a system that has both front and rear (which is why it may have lower sales).
@SmackeysGarage I had possibly decided on a Garmin 67W but saw this X310 being newer. I have know experience with Dash Cams. I'm in process of getting new vehicle and buying new accessories for it. Reading one time about Polorizing filter X310 has it the 4K HDR.
is possible to wire two OBD2 ports splicing every wire from one OBD2 port to a second OBD2 port without affecting the function of it?
I mean, assuming you aren't trying to use them both at the same time, I don't see why that wouldn't work. Only one could communicate to the data line at a time.
@SmackeysGarage Am installing Dakota digital gauges with an OBD 2 interface that have to connect it all the time to OBD2 port to get information from computer to gauges module so I need a second one to connect an scanner if I need a diagnostic
Thanks for the video was great help , funny story i took my battery out of the forgot my new battery was in the bed of truck ( electric tailgate with hard cover ) lucky i had my jump pack 😂
Oh that is a great point. Only way to get into the bed with a cover is to unlock it electronically. Glad you had your jump pack!!!!
I can’t find a follow up video on how you tuned it??
Here is some tuning work I did. Let me know if this works for you or you are running a different setup. ua-cam.com/video/sbpwujYFPuE/v-deo.html
Steve. How did you determine you needed to use the current driven setup? I am using a Dakota Digital gauge package, an MSD distributor, coil and a Digital 6AL. I am using the purple wire on the 6AL going to a magnetic pickup in my distributor to make my ignition work. '68 C-10 SWBSS, 454, 7R4. Cheers!
If the trigger wire of the tach was originally connected to the coil negative terminal you have a Voltage triggered tachometer. If it is the positive side, it is current triggered. Does the dakota digital gauge package give you instructions with the tach? They should provide a diagram. Otherwise, the MSD site has some good diagrams for all options.
How is this legal?? Hell I’m afraid to buy any motorcraft coils and plugs.. and if you buy online you can’t inspect them visually to compare counterfeit or OEM..
I don't believe it is, but a lot slips by. I'd say if there is a part significantly cheaper online, then I'd avoid it. I've seen it across all manufacturers. I did a video on trailer brake controllers as well for the F150. There are a lot of legitimate sellers on ebay and everywhere. The ones that are ford dealers selling on ebay are the best to focus on.
This is a GAME CHANGER especially the working guys out in the field and not in office spaces Sandwiches, drinks, smoothies, shakes etc 💯 Sounds like Happy couples trips also
Yea definitely. It gets more use than I expected for myself. Mountain biking, camping trips, etc!
Hey my floats wer flooding my engine for like 1 year untill i checked yesterday dam fuel was pouring out like a water fountain no wonder I was mosfiring so bad
Glad you got it fixed! Probably went through a bunch of plugs?
I've got the same USB power adapter with short cables, and a different dashcam. The USB power adapter is key, super easy and cleaning looking.
Definitely!
How many miles on that truck? I have a 2017 with the original battery. Today is Feb 2025.
Around 90,000 miles. The battery could probably have gone longer that I had. We do get extremes in temperatures though. Cold starts were a little slower
Same. My 2017 is on the original battery. About 91k on the truck. The stop start no longer kicks in when at the stop light. Usually a telltale sign it’s time for a new battery.
@@thomasdaniel5711 Yep. that sounds about right. Good point.
Do a review of the Mangoal Model A Dash Cam from Amazon. Loving the Block M hat. I have mine in the same place on my F150. GO BLUE!!!
Go blue!!! Great profile image by the way! I’ll check my truck to make sure it fits then I’ll buy it this week. I will target having a video in the spring comparing a few of them and that’ll be included.
Great video! I recognize that section of 128, lots of congestion, good idea to have a dash cam. I'm about 30 minutes south. I've been wanting to get one of these and like this setup, not too invasive. I'm interested in the rear view cam too. I also used your brake videos as a guide to do mine, so thanks for that.
Yea if you are familiar with that area, you definitely understood why I got one. They do have a newer version of the one I got that looks to be better. I think the it is the Mini 3. Glad to hear the videos have helped!
@ does the video re-record over that SD card? Or do you manually delete it and reuse once the memory is full? If there was an incident and you needed the video, how are you able to retrieve it?
It does re-record over it. There is a save button on it that saves the video clip if you need it. 15 seconds before pressed and 15 seconds after. You can take the videos off with Bluetooth or take out the sd card and get everything. Pretty easy to get the clips off.
Not sure what ForScan ver it is but this is not anywhere near as simple as shown here. To reprogram BCM ForScan asks for calibration file and these are really hard to get
I run whatever the latest version is. I update it anytime I do a video. Not sure why you would have a different UI.
Great review I’ve been looking at this camera, this closed the deal. Thanks! I use the Garmin commercial GPS with a built in camera in both our commercial delivery trucks at work, they have great image quality as well.
For the price it’s a good deal. Interesting to hear Harmon makes commercial gps/camera systems but I guess that makes sense. Surprised there isn’t a gps or speedometer built into their consumer models. Thanks for watching!
Incredible video brother. Nice dashcam. Thanks for sharing. Keep the content coming. Hope you have an incredible weekend. Much love and RESPECT
Thanks Tim! Appreciate you watching. Have a great weekend as well
I restored my 70 Maverick. Mine costs less because I got less protection on insurance than I should. It’s $200 a yr plus $80 for a vanity tag. I drive it about 1000-2000 miles a year depending on weather.
That's not a bad deal on insurance. 1000-2000 miles a year is pretty good too. I don't even get my car 500 miles in a year. It's more of a local car show type of car.
Awesome thing to have! I've been thinking about getting one myself!👍
Yea it’s really nice to have! I’m pretty much forget it’s there since it’s out of the way. Thanks for watching!
How did you know what to change the number to, to make the turn signal blink 5 times?
Forscan forums. They have it detailed out.
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Does it charge the phone a lot quicker?
I have no data to say it does, but it feels like it does. My iphone doesn't have a way to measure charge speed and it doesn't let me know when it is fast charging.
Yeah let’s talk about the lifetime of the bulb instead of telling me how to do the fucking shit I looked up
Would pad removal give me access to ignition switch wires to install new pigtail? It's tight and short under there
I’m not sure. I’d guess if you were to get above access you’d probably have to remove the dash as well. It’s not that hard to do just time consuming. You’re right it’s tight back there
Do you know will the passenger side method be the same on an RS4?
I’m not sure. Sorry
I wish to God people would STOP lowering muscles cars and/or putting wagon wheels on them. That is NOT how a muscle should be degraded.
I prefer muscle cars at their stock height. I went with the lowering springs because I changed many of the steel engine parts to aluminum. I had to use lowering springs to get it back to looking stock
Were the Bilstein shocks hard to instal?
Not at all. Probably one of the easiest projects. Just don’t cut the strap u til they are in.
FFR kits are trash
Great video. well made. Is there another line for the front turn signals? thanks!
Thank you for the feedback. Yes there is another Front Bulb Outage for the turn signals.
I use 70lb sand bags from lowes
Those work great. I’ve used those in the past when I had a place to get rid of them. Super cost effective as well
Cool information on that tool
It’s good to see you on the short video! Love the sound of a 390 as we have talked about before. Great job on the car!
Thanks! Yep. I remember!
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How technology savvy do you need to be to use the foreskin app? I have a Ford Edge and want to disable the daytime running lights and use only the accent running lights.
Is that Forscan? For skin? Probably could’ve called it something better😂
I did this step by step but for some reason the passenger side light still won’t turn on ! 😢
Could it be the ballast? I'd trace back to see if there are any fuse issues first
@@SmackeysGarage Well I ended up going to my mechanic and it turned out the BULB I bought was defective! What are the odds! Very annoying considering it would have worked with your video and a decent bulb!
@@mattmorris222 That is annoying but glad you got it sorted out!
Watched your who,e series on this sled very nice I am going through same thing as you bought 07 mxz600 guy said top end was blown but got it cheap but crank gone too so project for me once this runs I sell my 01 mxz800 did the bite going to rev chassis leaving Zx😳
Thanks for watching the whole series! The rev is a great chassis. I’m sure it’ll be a lot of fun. There are a great number of aftermarket parts and a lot of knowledgeable people. What are you doing for an engine rebuild for it? New crank or a rebuild?