Here's How a Real Mechanic Checks a Used Car Before Buying

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  • @scottykilmer
    @scottykilmer  4 роки тому +191

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    • @laurieannrodriguez4551
      @laurieannrodriguez4551 4 роки тому +1

      Hey Scotty what do you think about a 2013 Honda Accord Sport I saw it on Craigslist they said it is free.

    • @elcocoreyes
      @elcocoreyes 4 роки тому

      i learned a technique to check for a bent valve with a piece of paper on the tail pipe. it rattles if theres a bent valve. is that accurate?

    • @masternobody1896
      @masternobody1896 4 роки тому +1

      scotty lost his hair rip

    • @Mark1971-1
      @Mark1971-1 4 роки тому +1

      Subbed your new channel when will you be doing some video scotty mate if it’s as good as this you’ll be winning lol👍🏻

    • @masternobody1896
      @masternobody1896 4 роки тому +3

      thanks for the knowledge scotty

  • @mysheyquinton4288
    @mysheyquinton4288 4 роки тому +3171

    My dad watched you everyday. He used my UA-cam to like and share your videos all the time. He passed away Monday. Thank you for your videos and showing him things

    • @tarawalton6778
      @tarawalton6778 4 роки тому +168

      Awwww, my condolences. This is my very first time watching this guy. He seems to be HIGHLY informative. I feel like I learned a WEALTH of information from this one video. Your dad must have been a wise individual.

    • @juanpaVlz
      @juanpaVlz 4 роки тому +75

      I'm really sorry to hear... my biggest condolences to you.

    • @BloxxTheBox
      @BloxxTheBox 4 роки тому +53

      I'm so sorry for your loss. :(

    • @TevinP
      @TevinP 4 роки тому +51

      Very sorry for your loss. :(

    • @Realizinq
      @Realizinq 4 роки тому +37

      very sorry for your loss ;( stay strong ❤️

  • @williamdavidson5724
    @williamdavidson5724 4 роки тому +907

    You’re putting the power in the people’s hands. That’s priceless Scotty.

    • @muhammadislam0000
      @muhammadislam0000 4 роки тому +11

      People Power!🤘😎

    • @dylantaylor2142
      @dylantaylor2142 4 роки тому +24

      i wonder if he has to duck when he drives by the dealerships

    • @greed6is6good
      @greed6is6good 4 роки тому +14

      Spreading the knowledge. I wish Scotty was my uncle

    • @gardz3256
      @gardz3256 4 роки тому +4

      This guy is stupidly dangerous.

    • @tahahadada1936
      @tahahadada1936 4 роки тому +5

      Dude even mechanics do not this

  • @jjo9459
    @jjo9459 4 роки тому +436

    Im a mechanic of almost twenty years and info like this is priceless. Thank you.

    • @smithnwesson990
      @smithnwesson990 4 роки тому +16

      Why do mechanics rip people off 🤣 JK

    • @cski12894
      @cski12894 4 роки тому +9

      Yeah man Scotty is the best. Saved me a ton of dough. Nothing wrong with my engine at all. Reflashed ecu and ran for 125k with zero probs. Then I got top dollar selling it with A: Having all paperwork. B: Steam cleaning and degreasing the engine compartment. C: I took Scotty's advice!!! HAHAHAHAH😸

    • @jaysvintagerecordsandphono6184
      @jaysvintagerecordsandphono6184 4 роки тому

      Money

    • @rhondajordan2591
      @rhondajordan2591 4 роки тому

      @@rpm4679 which guy the mechanic that left a message up top Radu?

    • @animeweedlord
      @animeweedlord 4 роки тому +3

      hahaha bro shouldn't you uh
      know this stuff already

  • @johnwoffard7572
    @johnwoffard7572 3 роки тому +248

    I'm an old Air Force maintainer with eight kids, so I'm always fixing my kids' cars and their friends' cars. I truly enjoy and revere you and your show for teaching me stuff that help keep a lot of cars on the road!

  • @wayneknodel3347
    @wayneknodel3347 4 роки тому +148

    I've spent most of my 65 years in the car and motorcycle business, and love how you give everyman's explanation of auto repair, not to mention showing us old dogs useful applications of new technologies. Thanks for being such a great, fun resource.

  • @1JoyPeace
    @1JoyPeace 4 роки тому +679

    Integrity, this man has integrity.

  • @MrFriztaille
    @MrFriztaille 4 роки тому +140

    I am a Red Seal automotive service technician since 2010. Scotty is legit and I can still learn from him. Thanks for the tips Scotty! I hope computer choose me to win one of those...

    • @JLean-hu8fg
      @JLean-hu8fg 4 роки тому +2

      Dave SL Glad to know people like you are always learning about it just as we are along the way and I have hope that this kind of thing gets passed down after Scotty is gone

    • @jeffreycraven8154
      @jeffreycraven8154 4 роки тому +9

      I'm a home grown mechanic for my 69' Chevelle (family owned and have driven since I was 18, now I'm 62) and 48 y/o Plymouth, learned alot from Scotty's videos for my modern cars. Listening to Scotty has helped keep my childhood 1965 lawnmower running as good as new. Yes, mowing yards for money when I was in first grade, I LOVE THAT MOWER! So thanks to Scotty, it seems that mower can't wait to mow my 3/4 of an acre.

  • @Marilynefc
    @Marilynefc 3 роки тому +81

    As a girl who never had a car. Family grew up on buses. I appreciate you so much

    • @nvccimvne3744
      @nvccimvne3744 3 роки тому +3

      🤔

    • @green3488
      @green3488 8 місяців тому +1

      How does a female not have a car in this day and age... Ever heard of having a boyfriend???

  • @Bornagain_2024
    @Bornagain_2024 4 роки тому +59

    I’m going to an aviation mechanical school, don’t want to mention any names but man you have shown me more than all of the teachers in that school combined. Thank you for the years of knowledge. I hope you receive all the gifts you deserve. 🙏

    • @raynabozny6309
      @raynabozny6309 3 роки тому +3

      Uhhhh, that’s a disturbing thought.

  • @kevinmurphy22
    @kevinmurphy22 3 роки тому +20

    I’ve been working in my own cars since a child, watching this guy for the last month I’ve learned and realized every little thing I did wrong or could of done differently. This man is a HUGE HELP!!!

  • @charlesod8372
    @charlesod8372 4 роки тому +59

    they threw away the mold when they made Scotty i watch every day he is the BEST car dude on the net.

  • @damonhill4909
    @damonhill4909 2 роки тому +8

    As a retired Electronics Engineering Technician I truly appreciate your skill at demonstrating electronic tests that can easily check for faulty components with minimum effort! Way Cool Scotty!

  • @luciomiddleschool
    @luciomiddleschool 4 роки тому +354

    Scotty's hands keep moving even when he's sleeping.

  • @THEPAPASMURFTHEOG
    @THEPAPASMURFTHEOG 4 роки тому +36

    scotty, is a genius!! if I've lived closer, he'd be my mechanic no questions asked..

  • @817seanwhite
    @817seanwhite 4 роки тому +15

    When I retire from the Army, it will be in Houston. Thank you for all of your selfless service by providing all of this amazing information.

  • @loquelaprensacalla6846
    @loquelaprensacalla6846 3 роки тому +55

    Great video man, I haven’t seen my dad for years so I didn’t have a father figure to teach me about stuff like cars and it’s just nice that’s there’s a channel like yours

  • @cosmiccowboy9358
    @cosmiccowboy9358 4 роки тому +33

    Scotty reminds me of my mentor that taught me how to become a real mechanic Fritz I will never forget you “logic and leverage”

  • @djarcforceable
    @djarcforceable 4 роки тому +48

    I've tinkered around on cars forever. It's kind of a hobby for me and I know a fair amount about working on them. But I'm always learning new things here watching Scotty. Another great and informative video!

    • @rocklobstar5672
      @rocklobstar5672 2 роки тому

      Same here I've learned through trial and error for many years and I learn a lot of useful stuff from Scotty I love it

  • @danbat5420
    @danbat5420 4 роки тому +77

    I'd love to see the face of a used car salesman when you whip out a meter and start running tests...would be priceless!!!

    • @christopherstevens9488
      @christopherstevens9488 4 роки тому +3

      He would die lol

    • @MrGW2fanboy
      @MrGW2fanboy 4 роки тому +12

      I've done it and they actually wont care, you being interested enough to test the car would make them happy that you're a potential customer.

    • @CraigDAmico
      @CraigDAmico 4 роки тому

      Me 2 😲

  • @LouDog-bx1ep
    @LouDog-bx1ep 3 роки тому +93

    Scotty is probably one of the best mechanics out there, he makes a seemingly complicated task a very simple one!

    • @sicilyny5375
      @sicilyny5375 2 роки тому

      I 💕Scotty's computer..his brain!!
      Ty ..always wanted to be a mechanic since 11...worked with my Gramps..an ACE mechanic..no computers back then. All done with hearing, sight, feel and knowledge. Miss those days .hate computers with 4 wheels.🤬

    • @paulf1071
      @paulf1071 Рік тому

      This is one of Scotty's best videos. Simple tips to save time & money.

    • @acepomsky
      @acepomsky Рік тому

      @@sicilyny5375My dad was like that back in the day. One time his Oldsmobile was running rough. He sent my brother to the garage to get his timing light, and by the time he came back my dad had already been turning the distributor and listening. And I'll be damned if he wasn't dead nuts on with the marks! He's rolling in his grave for sure at the technology in today's cars. Back in the Day an engine swap was white a morning or an afternoon? If that! Nowadays, it's a minimum of 12 hours just to R&R an engine.

  • @kevinbishop1736
    @kevinbishop1736 4 роки тому +145

    He tells a whole story with his hands.

    • @chrisweigo36
      @chrisweigo36 4 роки тому +1

      Yeah he's gold👍👍

    • @leebee3845
      @leebee3845 3 роки тому

      I always think he must have grown up around a LOT of Italians 👌🤲🖐️👉👈☝️🤌✌️

    • @zorgaborgaTTV
      @zorgaborgaTTV 3 роки тому

      A person once said, "if you wanna be captivating, speak with your hands"

    • @Paralytixc
      @Paralytixc 3 роки тому

      Good to know id still be able to watch these if I was deaf

    • @DudeBro571
      @DudeBro571 3 роки тому +1

      I watch him on mute

  • @theshadowknowz5900
    @theshadowknowz5900 3 роки тому +49

    I just found Scotty 😁 yesterday, and have been BINGE watching ever since!

    • @cappy2282
      @cappy2282 3 роки тому +1

      Lol he awesome. A mechanic that transcends beyond the "mechanic youtube community" is pretty impressive. You know how much charisma/genius it takes to do that?
      Lol

  • @losthomas7589
    @losthomas7589 4 роки тому +127

    Sounds like Scotty went to the school of “work smarter not harder “.

    • @thomasknight7734
      @thomasknight7734 4 роки тому +2

      TaosDad31
      I think mike Rowe said work smarter and work harder

    • @r.casagrande8689
      @r.casagrande8689 4 роки тому

      He was the teacher of work work smarter school.

  • @williamtorbeck5641
    @williamtorbeck5641 3 роки тому +24

    Thank you Scotty for taking the time to help people with their car issues. Its not something you needed to start doing, but many including myself are very thankful you have.

  • @krazy80baby39
    @krazy80baby39 4 роки тому +7

    More people need to watch these. So many people have no idea to do the simplest thing. They'll look at an engine & know absolutely nothing & intimidated. Then end up getting scammed or ripped off.

    • @fastinradfordable
      @fastinradfordable 4 роки тому +1

      Krazy 80 Baby
      What would really show intelligence is to NOT buy something that you are intimidated by.

    • @krazy80baby39
      @krazy80baby39 4 роки тому

      @@fastinradfordable People are intimidated by changing a tire. Or their own oil or air filter. But they still need a car. I was just saying if more people watched these videos. They'd be like hmmm. That's not hard to do.

    • @thomasandrews9355
      @thomasandrews9355 4 роки тому

      This happened to my aunt, guy wouldnt let her drive the car and the engine was basically seized...she wouldnt listen to anyone

    • @owhoedeenodano374
      @owhoedeenodano374 4 роки тому

      Krazy 80 Baby exactly 👍🏾

  • @bcgrittner
    @bcgrittner 4 роки тому +52

    Now that's useful stuff. I wonder how many so-called mechanics have no knowledge of this kind of information.

    • @shawnpink8857
      @shawnpink8857 4 роки тому +2

      Me

    • @will_of_europa
      @will_of_europa 4 роки тому +5

      I work in the IT field. If mechanics are about the same educated as computer technicians, then hardly any of them know this, cause there are a lot of dumb professionals.

    • @xandinefathom5485
      @xandinefathom5485 4 роки тому +4

      Prescriptions are more profitable than the cure.

    • @bcgrittner
      @bcgrittner 4 роки тому +1

      Xandine Fathom Trust me, I know. I’m a diabetic.

    • @will_of_europa
      @will_of_europa 4 роки тому

      @Jim Kohler ...... yes.... painfully so...

  • @lotus956
    @lotus956 4 роки тому +332

    I really don’t think shady mechanics like this guy.

    • @Jayden-we9ie
      @Jayden-we9ie 4 роки тому +9

      Nope! Thats y ppl are better off watching scotty vids and doing repairs themselves lol

    • @diamondhead5432101
      @diamondhead5432101 4 роки тому +1

      They don't even know about Scotty so F them!

    • @amonronin8759
      @amonronin8759 4 роки тому +4

      You are rite sir....at this point its 315 of em...lol

    • @baddabingbaddaboo100
      @baddabingbaddaboo100 4 роки тому +1

      Lol

    • @rhondajordan2591
      @rhondajordan2591 4 роки тому +1

      Especially when you present ur knowledge to ur mechanic from scotty's education they look at you like ur talking from another planet either they really don't know or they are shock that I know n don't knw how to relate

  • @TheFinnishBerserker
    @TheFinnishBerserker 3 роки тому +78

    I'm master electrician, but Scotty is training me to be a car mechanic😂

    • @delgande
      @delgande 3 роки тому +7

      I dont trust anyone so i gotta do everything myself. God bless Scotty

    • @jdcapps21
      @jdcapps21 2 роки тому +5

      I’m a master baiter and he’s helping me too!

    • @doncorleone9442
      @doncorleone9442 Рік тому +3

      I am a master fortnite gamer and hes helping me!!

  • @stevecuellar6453
    @stevecuellar6453 4 роки тому +13

    I'm studying a bachelors in electrical engineering and its always so cool to see things that relate to my major! That graphical multi-meter is so cool. I didn't know they existed.

    • @bryanstuckmayer4545
      @bryanstuckmayer4545 4 роки тому

      I just watched that one and had to rewind it as i was like," what the hell did he just call that thing?!". Lol. Love this guy!

  • @derekv275
    @derekv275 4 роки тому +24

    I been watching scotty for a year now. I've never seen a comment where somebody has challenged what he has said. That says something about his knowledge

    • @derekv275
      @derekv275 4 роки тому

      @Jim Kohler sure

    • @marcvecellio
      @marcvecellio 4 роки тому +1

      This dude doesn't know everything and really, he's not always correct.

  • @NikosKatsikanis
    @NikosKatsikanis 4 роки тому +212

    I actually found somebody on UA-cam I have to listen at one time speed

    • @jbrhel
      @jbrhel 4 роки тому +9

      Meanwhile he's 3X speed.

    • @NikosKatsikanis
      @NikosKatsikanis 4 роки тому

      @Moto 90 bad life?

    • @elizabethlee3187
      @elizabethlee3187 4 роки тому +2

      Lmao i never knew could do that 😆😆😆😆 I can't stop laughing. I'm cryin oh boy whew

    • @lexy3754
      @lexy3754 4 роки тому +1

      My dude I hate when people speak slow af Hahahaha so I understand XD 😂

  • @curtthechameleon
    @curtthechameleon 3 роки тому +10

    I grew up with relatives that are mechanics and I still learn a ton from you Scotty. Love this channel.

  • @digdoug9678
    @digdoug9678 4 роки тому +295

    Scotty Kilmer's Cars: Please sir, I have 240,000 miles on me. I was designed and built to only go 80,000 miles. Please let me die!
    Scotty Kilmer: No.

  • @beverlystewart1752
    @beverlystewart1752 4 роки тому +6

    Scotty, I love watching and learning from your videos. I'm an old girl and I wish my Dad could have seen your videos, I know he would have enjoyed you. Dad was an old school mechanic who mostly worked on his own trucks and tractors.Please keep on keeping on. Also the updated version of your programs is great! Thank you!

  • @Redlifeministries
    @Redlifeministries 4 роки тому +25

    “Knowledge is power”. Thank you for empowering us Scotty. God Bless you.

  • @jamescampolo7824
    @jamescampolo7824 2 роки тому +2

    Love your videos. I've been working on cars for 50 years and still learn stuff as they change. Watching your videos give a lot of insight to easier ways to diagnose and repair issues.

  • @heshamos
    @heshamos 4 роки тому +37

    I would love to win this meter. I do a lot of volunteering repairs and never in my life charged a dime!

    • @urosbukovec4435
      @urosbukovec4435 4 роки тому +3

      Give him Scotty

    • @mistertakeuchi984
      @mistertakeuchi984 4 роки тому +6

      Thank you for helping people that are in need. Blessings will come to you beyond scanner tools and the like. Keep on paying it forward like Scotty. Really appreciate all of you. Hope you win the oscilloscope too. :)

    • @SUGAR_XYLER
      @SUGAR_XYLER 4 роки тому

      @Mai Mariarti
      😂😂 Empathy doesn't work anyway !

  • @crayoneater68.5
    @crayoneater68.5 4 роки тому +56

    Scotty literally act's like a car is just a playground, while I am scared to touch anything I don't have to when working on it.

    • @dphbadboy
      @dphbadboy 4 роки тому

      ☝️🏾☝️🏾☝️🏾☝️🏾 same here

    • @diamondhead5432101
      @diamondhead5432101 4 роки тому +1

      Stick the Tonka trucks and Erector Sets, they're more your speed.

  • @dusanmal
    @dusanmal 4 роки тому +18

    This is one of the best car advice videos, learned something very efficient and new , thanks S.K.!

  • @dhmilitargamingpr2367
    @dhmilitargamingpr2367 3 роки тому +12

    This man has a piece of my heart

  • @AndreiCristianProcaru
    @AndreiCristianProcaru 4 роки тому +22

    I love how Scotty shows the relatively time consuming tests in a fraction of the time using this multimeter. Great work !

  • @joelangulo2386
    @joelangulo2386 4 роки тому +7

    I don’t learn one or two things Scotty from your videos, I learn tremendously, you make it look and sound so easy until you start doing it thanks sooooooooo much

  • @lestertaulbee9266
    @lestertaulbee9266 4 роки тому +9

    Scotty, you're my favorite online source for automotive knowledge. I've learned a lot from you. Thank you for the great videos and insight

  • @robemory9695
    @robemory9695 3 роки тому +3

    Scotty you truly should be running a mechanic trade school. I mean honestly you explain everything soo thorough and understandable which is a major skill in and of itself.

    • @jlmarine0126
      @jlmarine0126 3 роки тому +3

      He is. He’s making money from UA-cam and it’s worth it.

    • @redwood6737
      @redwood6737 Рік тому

      Scotty can reach more people through u tube ,than any trade school ever could

  • @DocNo27
    @DocNo27 4 роки тому +5

    Deductive reasoning at it’s finest - brilliant Scotty!

  • @bdubs82
    @bdubs82 4 роки тому +6

    Better than "Googling" for hours trying to match symptoms. Awesome shortcuts, thanks Scotty.

  • @melaninstrength1853
    @melaninstrength1853 4 роки тому +52

    I am so happy I found your channel😭❤️

  • @fyodordochievsky4376
    @fyodordochievsky4376 3 роки тому +8

    Still taking me to school after all these years, thank you sir.

  • @JL-qo7cs
    @JL-qo7cs 4 роки тому +5

    This is why I need a mechanic like you, Scotty, to check my cars out.

  • @kendread
    @kendread 4 роки тому +10

    I find that most good mechanics are a little “quirky.”
    .....And Scotty you’re the best!

    • @BossManSays
      @BossManSays 4 роки тому +1

      They get quirky from having to deal with a lot of shitty engineered vehicles.

  • @ForTeAm2057
    @ForTeAm2057 4 роки тому +8

    I've never known of this method. I'm definitely going to be using this!

  • @teresapflaumer5717
    @teresapflaumer5717 3 роки тому +2

    Scotty, please move to my neighborhood in Southampton NJ, gateway to the Pinelands and Used Car heaven! We need a great, honest, and reliable mechanic like youself.

  • @artbray2024
    @artbray2024 4 роки тому +10

    Scotty I wish I had your knowledge!!My son thinks it funny when I’m watching your videos..I never miss a new video hope they continue👍

  • @tmcc191
    @tmcc191 4 роки тому +9

    It's amazing to see some waveform plotting from such an inexpensive device, really.

  • @MG102786
    @MG102786 3 роки тому +15

    You are the best mechanic I’ve ever seen! I love how knowledgeable and honest you are! I wish all mechanics were like you! Keep up the great work!

  • @nigelclark7360
    @nigelclark7360 4 роки тому +8

    I wish you had been with our unit during the war l was in tank recovery, l was a Diamond T recovery wagon driver and worked also with a repair maintenance unit.

  • @granderondeproductions3286
    @granderondeproductions3286 4 роки тому +7

    I feel like I learned a lot from this Scotty. I hope to become my own mechanic someday so I'll never get ripped off again. I didn't know you could tell a lot about a car just by an osc.!

  • @jazzthis7451
    @jazzthis7451 4 роки тому +15

    Thank goodness Scotty Kilmer's garage is an essential business. I don't think we could survive quarantine without his videos.

  • @rog8201
    @rog8201 4 роки тому +9

    I really appreciate the usefulness of this video. I would love to see some graphs of cars with issues as a follow up. Thanks again for your time and expertise!

  • @joeblow1942
    @joeblow1942 3 місяці тому +1

    HOW TO SWITCH FROM NUMERICAL TO OSCILLOSCOPE
    To switch the display from oscilloscope to numerical readouts on a multimeter, follow these steps:
    1. Locate the mode or function button on your multimeter. This button allows you to switch between different measurement modes like voltage, current, resistance, etc.
    2. Press the mode button repeatedly until you reach the desired measurement mode, such as voltage or current.
    3. Look for a button or switch labeled "DC" (Direct Current) or "AC" (Alternating Current) on your multimeter. This button allows you to select the type of voltage or current you want to measure.
    4. Press the "DC" or "AC" button to select the appropriate setting for your measurement.
    5. Once you have selected the desired measurement mode and type, look for a button or switch labeled "Num" or "Digits" on your multimeter. This button toggles the display between the oscilloscope waveform and numerical readouts.
    6. Press the "Num" or "Digits" button to switch the display to numerical readouts, which will show the measured value in numerical format.
    Remember, the specific button locations and labels may vary slightly depending on the make and model of your multimeter. Always refer to the user manual for your particular multimeter for the most accurate instructions.

  • @catehoopaugh2786
    @catehoopaugh2786 4 роки тому +7

    Scotty , you give the old man advice that keeps my perspective well rounded. Thank you

  • @VKSgtSLaughter
    @VKSgtSLaughter 4 роки тому +10

    Relative Testing... never knew about it until now. Watching your videos, I learn something new everyday! Thanks Scotty!!

    • @bigdaddymak1439
      @bigdaddymak1439 4 роки тому

      @scannerdanner @southmainauto and @pinehollowautodiagnostics have been doing it for years

    • @Exploring_Nature
      @Exploring_Nature 4 роки тому +2

      @@bigdaddymak1439 nobody cares

    • @bigdaddymak1439
      @bigdaddymak1439 4 роки тому

      @@Exploring_Nature but here you are commenting????

  • @adalbertotescalera4642
    @adalbertotescalera4642 4 роки тому +17

    God bless scotty thanks for always being such a cool positive honest car mechanic and always posting funny clips lol.

  • @adventureguy4119
    @adventureguy4119 4 роки тому +32

    My dad is like Scotty. Old mechanic loves Honda’s and despises Chrysler

    • @amopastorcanadense
      @amopastorcanadense 4 роки тому

      Is chrysler neon okay?the first generation

    • @richsweeney1115
      @richsweeney1115 3 роки тому +5

      @@amopastorcanadense no, how do people not know this....dodge is usually bad

    • @mrtim5363
      @mrtim5363 3 роки тому +1

      I started with a 85 civic hatchback Si Moved to a 88 CRX Si Then a 93 Del Sol SI & today choice is..... Oh ya .... Still driving the 93 del sol 🤣

  • @shawn2296
    @shawn2296 4 роки тому +16

    wow that’s actually the most incredible thing ive seen yet

  • @firdausomar2356
    @firdausomar2356 4 роки тому +56

    who else waited till the end to see Scotty ring the bell??? :'D

  • @InYaFaceStudios
    @InYaFaceStudios 2 роки тому

    I just bought a used car the other day and my mother's friend is a mechanic when he was looking over my car he pulled out his phone and I heard a familiar voice, I said "you watch Scotty too?" He said "oh yeah all the time" I learned a lot from watching your videos to the point where I can even perform my own simple maintenance on my vehicle, thank you.

  • @arcllight6561
    @arcllight6561 4 роки тому +8

    Great Scotty when U show the use of tools with a life time experience & the tricks of the Trade.

  • @JT-mz5oc
    @JT-mz5oc 4 роки тому +4

    This has got to be one of my favourite Scotty videos, incredibly helpful advice put in a very clear and easy to understand way. Thanks Scotty.

  • @ofgoldie5925
    @ofgoldie5925 4 роки тому +10

    This man right here is a true LEGEND ☹️❤️

  • @xreggiexx
    @xreggiexx 4 роки тому +1

    Can I just say thank you to this guy because I didn't have a dad around to show me anything about cars so for this guy to do this is really appreciated.

  • @websurfer1585
    @websurfer1585 4 роки тому +11

    This is great info, just when you think there's nothing more to learn, you discover something else!

  • @esmmm990
    @esmmm990 4 роки тому +73

    How to make a scotty Kilmer thumb nail: point at a car and write “don’t”

  • @jayobrine8475
    @jayobrine8475 4 роки тому +4

    Great mix of facts, useful info, and humor. Keep doing these and I'll keep watching.

  • @stanito9373
    @stanito9373 2 роки тому

    I'm an expat living in Tokyo, Japan. I watched this video and you took us viewers on a ride of a lifetime, Scotty. You're genius and I'm telling everybody that you are. You can go to Hollywood with your stand up routine on cars, no problem.

  • @douglasfarr2875
    @douglasfarr2875 4 роки тому +7

    Scotty, you have saved me thousands of dollars since I found you. Thank you very much!

  • @shornironsights
    @shornironsights 4 роки тому +76

    Is it me or does this guy dont age.. Looks the same when i first saw him years ago

    • @craigweis1675
      @craigweis1675 4 роки тому +6

      People don't age year to year ... they age by the decade. Every ten years a difference will be noticed.

    • @stephenmichael3211
      @stephenmichael3211 4 роки тому +6

      He looks older and less energetic to be honest. I watch his videos daily around 6-7 years ago. Stop watching it and watch it again recently. There are 6-7 years gap and I saw a significant difference but thanks to him, 80% of my car knowledge were coming from him. I used to know nothing about cars but now I repair all my family cars as a hobby from engine, wiring, suspension, brakes to car painting & polishing. He help to awake the sleeping tiger inside me LOL

    • @westmcgee9320
      @westmcgee9320 4 роки тому

      Craig Weis kind of. But there’s a window where sh!t’s falling off of us all the time.

    • @gwade111
      @gwade111 4 роки тому +2

      Haha, agreed!!😂

    • @Tonydevora--
      @Tonydevora-- 4 роки тому

      Illuminati👁

  • @dadtype2339
    @dadtype2339 4 роки тому +6

    I had an old account I couldn't get back into so made another, but I've been following and a subscriber of the SK channel back when his channel first started, back when UA-cam didn't have commercials lol!!! Also been working on vehicles, mowers, (Engines) for years never went to school to be a mechanic, but when I work on my truck I tune into Scotty and work while the instructor continues my education! Even if he isn't talking about what I'm working on, lol just like the idea of working on a vehicle with Scotty! Thank you Scotty!!!

  • @scottstewart2831
    @scottstewart2831 2 роки тому

    as usual you give sensible advice and since you have dealt with customers all your career you know how to leave the final say so in their command with them being a little more educated in the process. not only are you articulate and down to earth but you help people learn and these days the service you perform is priceless!

  • @memine1283
    @memine1283 4 роки тому +4

    I've always had a drive to fix things myself. Thank you for your guidance! You're awesome.

  • @gemini291
    @gemini291 4 роки тому +12

    In my experience, when you deal with a private seller, they are VERY inconvenienced if you want to perform any kind of lengthy inspection or test.

    • @ricardomierz8467
      @ricardomierz8467 4 роки тому

      Thats The norm everyone for everythg nowadays..
      They are just looking for faults to set you up for a lowball offer and the sellers know that, would you want to talk to a time waster or tire kicker?.. I tell them to get lost after their first smile in order to save me my nerves and time....
      This is why they have these stupid so called " no haggling prices" at the dealers.

    • @joepierson3859
      @joepierson3859 4 роки тому +1

      @@ricardomierz8467 had a private seller looking at my car once like for like 20 minutes pointing out all the problems he said it's going to cost $1,000 to fix I said that's all I'm going to raise the car price by another thousand😂

    • @ricardomierz8467
      @ricardomierz8467 4 роки тому +2

      @@joepierson3859 l had a browny guy come over with his wife, and when she seen my stance and attitude she didnt even get out of the car as she knew that her husband will be taken down at the knee's..
      This guy started to show me obvious micro issues like some stone chips (3) on the hood to try to make him look smart and possibly get a 90% tire kicker discount, well my little minpin pug got tired of that and chased him off my property... By herself!
      She is the best sales dog I have.

    • @troytruong8246
      @troytruong8246 4 роки тому

      Ive dealt with many private sellers before. Lots of private sellers want to sell their car as high as dealer price. Now that is stupid. As a buyer, i get so mad and frustrated. These sellers are so ignorant.

    • @troytruong8246
      @troytruong8246 4 роки тому

      If the car market value is $20k at the dealerships, u cant be asking for $18k-$19k as a private seller! Reasonable price to buy at dealer is $17k-$18k. I offer them between $16k-$17k and they said no. If they were to trade in the car, they will not get more than $14k! Id rather buy from dealer than private if the price are the same!

  • @FleaMarketJohn
    @FleaMarketJohn 4 роки тому +5

    I now time my outdoor exercise quarantine walks when I think you're going to release a new video! Thank you

  • @seriouscat5242
    @seriouscat5242 Рік тому +1

    We need more car doctors like Scotty! Thanks for your generosity!❤

  • @meow8384
    @meow8384 4 роки тому +28

    Hey Scotty! Stay safe!!

  • @derekchipman1876
    @derekchipman1876 4 роки тому +45

    "Things used in this video" hah, "common sense"! We need more of that, thanks Scotty.

  • @mrdouglasbaker
    @mrdouglasbaker 4 роки тому +11

    Great vid. I’ve been around lots of car guys and never heard this.

  • @decaygrim8943
    @decaygrim8943 3 роки тому +1

    I learned how to swap out my suspension because of you Scotty. I love how much information you have obtained of your life

  • @kepguy89
    @kepguy89 4 роки тому +14

    Scotty, that graphical meter would fit perfectly in my tool chest.

  • @azizhusseinz2083
    @azizhusseinz2083 4 роки тому +19

    I got Physic Engineering degree, but my lecture never told me this stuff.

    • @cxjeter
      @cxjeter 4 роки тому +1

      Its not new it been around for more than 40 yrs

    • @jonathangomez8269
      @jonathangomez8269 4 роки тому +1

      It’s called common sense and they don’t teach that

  • @JoeLarge
    @JoeLarge 4 роки тому +7

    Nice tip especially when we're trying to minimize human contact, even with our mechanic. Good post.

  • @craigburdick7593
    @craigburdick7593 3 роки тому +1

    I've been working on my own cars for many years now, but always learn something new with Scotty. Always appreciate the videos!

  • @jesusguadalupeflorespillad9211
    @jesusguadalupeflorespillad9211 4 роки тому +13

    Great tests, especially when finding a right used car, and avoiding going into a money pit... Thank you.

  • @jamesspivey279
    @jamesspivey279 4 роки тому +27

    man i wish i knew about this before i bought my 2005 ford focus. that thing was a money pit

    • @robmalcolm8042
      @robmalcolm8042 4 роки тому +3

      Yeah Ford's are more known for there big pick ups and SUVs . Their small cars aren't that good. But I will say a Japanese or Korean made car from that country vin number is a good buy.

    • @vannloc7551
      @vannloc7551 4 роки тому

      I had a 02 for 7years before I sold it. Was a very good car. 230000+ miles. U probably abused urs, or bought it abused.

    • @BANE.-.
      @BANE.-. 4 роки тому

      Endless.

  • @jack_keyes
    @jack_keyes 4 роки тому +188

    “Don’t buy the car.”
    Shows a Benz.

    • @thatguyontheright1
      @thatguyontheright1 4 роки тому +41

      If you can't afford a new BMW, you can't afford a used one

    • @OriginalSebie
      @OriginalSebie 4 роки тому +1

      seems legit :)

    • @scotte3698
      @scotte3698 4 роки тому +3

      TGOTR classic bmws live forever

    • @kidstoney3418
      @kidstoney3418 4 роки тому

      Beamer

    • @stillededge
      @stillededge 4 роки тому

      He has done a video on why not to buy used Mercedes..."electronics everywhere". Had a buddy at work that "liked" used Mercedes...he didn't get to DRIVE them much...but be kept buying them. 🤣

  • @kimcady7980
    @kimcady7980 3 роки тому +1

    I show your videos and I recommend your videos to my family and friends best honest mechanic I've ever seen in my 59 years

  • @mpalmer7484
    @mpalmer7484 4 роки тому +4

    Scotty, I just found you a few months ago. I watch you everyday and have shared your channel with my family too. Best UA-cam channel ever!

  • @patrickhartman5957
    @patrickhartman5957 4 роки тому +7

    Love the videos!. Watch them when I get home from work. Always learning from these

  • @RedTigerofGa
    @RedTigerofGa 4 роки тому +4

    Scottie, Always love your vid's. I wish we had a Scottie around here. It seems like all the nearby mechanics are corporate shysters. You never know if they're telling you the truth or just trying to sell you something you don't need.

  • @frankthewrench340
    @frankthewrench340 3 роки тому

    I bought my uncle's 2000 nissan frontier with a poor idle. I've never worked on vehicles before but I learned a lot from your videos so I thought I'd give it a shot.
    Random misfire code and a knock sensor code. Checked the air intake and it had a vaccum leak at the bottom so I replaced it. Didnt fix the idle. But I remembered you saying chinese make shotty electronics! And there was a box in the truck, a chinese made MAF sensor - with the OEM MAF sensor inside! So I bought maf cleaner and swapped them out and it started idling like a dream!
    Thanks Scotty, you rock!