@NickTheGreek0410 Yeah, that's the point of checking... if the tire is flat because of a leak or needs to replace the tire therefore the tire should be ready for trip
@NickTheGreek0410 yes if I'm going to be in the interstate going to Vegas or a 4 hour plus trip 🤦🏽♂️ the whole point of checking is if the tire needed to be used during trips the tire won't need air because the tire is ready to perform
3-5k is from the 80s. It's 7.5-10k miles, and sometimes up to 15k. Just check fluid levels regularly and use good oil. They make universal coolant that can be used and mixed with any make, model and color.
If you actually read the recommendations from your car’s manufacturer and if they recommend a 10k oil change dig deeper a lot of them will have a fine print stating only change oil every 10k miles if you drive At least 55 miles per day otherwise change more frequently at the 6 month mark for most. Most people Don’t qualify for a 10k oil change but still do it one of the reasons new cars don’t last as long as the old ones.
Change air filter 2-3 times a year. Holy shit thats a waste of money. Unless you live in an area with dusty roads or something I would just do it every 10-20k. Use an air compressor to blow it out a little if you want. Everything else though is pretty solid advise.
Great advice. When my dad told me these things years ago I didn't listen. Now that I tell my son the same thing I realize how little times have changed. 😆 🤣 Luckily I'm here to do it with him.
Play with your instrument cluster, or check the owners manual. Most cars from the last 10 years will have its own oil life counter which you can reset after an oil change.
Gotta say, those are solid advice for anyone. Sadly, in this westernized culture that is trying to diminish our unique role as men and fathers in our society, these sorts of words of wisdom is sorely needed.
Definitely don't just put water in the coolant. Water should only be used as a last resort. For example, you forgot to fill it before a long trip and your car overheats at midnight when all the stores are closed.
Pay once cry once. Use high quality oil filter napa gold is same as Hastings, run royal purple oil for gas. Diesel motor run Valvoline premium blue or rotella t6.
Big thing you missed here is if you need to top up your coolant you have a leak. Don't just top it up, find the source or take it to a shop so they can pressure teag it for you. Coolant should not go down, it is in a sealed system so somthing is wrong..
Some coolant systems naturally evaporate fluid and or will have a automatic release for it. Just because you’re topping it off once or twice year doesn’t mean anything when it comes to if its leaking or not.
you can get all this info online and do it yourself unless its made to go to a shop. dont spend 200 on minor stuff also you will get a diagnostic fee which is seperate
Horse crap on the 3-5k oil changes. Modern oils last 7500 miles, synthetic oils are good for a minimum of 10k miles. My 2006 vibe has 310k on 10k oil changes, Has never been opened up for repairs.
@@rickbateman2401 I think so too...I do keep a electronic jump start in the trunk that charges from whatever voltage is left so I plan to wait a few months anyway just to see how it goes..if I plan a trip Ill change it out..
Check the voltage while cranking with a multimeter. With no load, a battery should be about 12.5 volts. While cranking the engine, it should never drop below about 9.5 (many don't drop below 10). If yours measures under that when cranking, consider a replacement soon to help keep you from being stranded.
Oil at 5k and air filter once a year is fine. If you drive a fwd you definitely want to rotate your tires because you’ll end up with work or front tires and brand new rears instead of even tires all around.
@@emmanuelalva6597 I don't know anyone who rotates their tires. Just replace them in pairs when they need it. And oil and filters once a year at the service.
@@markmckenzie1686 it’s been a basic standard for the past century. Manufacturers only say their engines can go 10k miles without an oil change so the car grenades right when the warranty is over.
It's just not a thing here in Europe. My diesel volvo has 18k oil change intervals. Fingers crossed its OK at 100k miles so far. A previous volvo was I think 15k and went over 200k miles before another issue killed it!
@jadenrosenberg. right, because mechanics know best right? (Hint: they don't get paid until they work on your car). Independent lab analysis and engineers disagree with your claim.
You also forgot about checking your spare tire before a long trip
@@CentralTexasCarSpotter that's the point to check the spear before leaving
@NickTheGreek0410 Yeah, that's the point of checking... if the tire is flat because of a leak or needs to replace the tire therefore the tire should be ready for trip
@NickTheGreek0410 yes if I'm going to be in the interstate going to Vegas or a 4 hour plus trip 🤦🏽♂️ the whole point of checking is if the tire needed to be used during trips the tire won't need air because the tire is ready to perform
Greatest car advice! Keep up the good work dad!
3-5k is from the 80s. It's 7.5-10k miles, and sometimes up to 15k. Just check fluid levels regularly and use good oil. They make universal coolant that can be used and mixed with any make, model and color.
If you actually read the recommendations from your car’s manufacturer and if they recommend a 10k oil change dig deeper a lot of them will have a fine print stating only change oil every 10k miles if you drive At least 55 miles per day otherwise change more frequently at the 6 month mark for most. Most people Don’t qualify for a 10k oil change but still do it one of the reasons new cars don’t last as long as the old ones.
Maybe turn off the video games, and actually read a book. I'm a car, bus and aircraft mechanic. What are you...
Thanks for teaching me this. Thanks for sharing with us.
Change air filter 2-3 times a year. Holy shit thats a waste of money. Unless you live in an area with dusty roads or something I would just do it every 10-20k. Use an air compressor to blow it out a little if you want.
Everything else though is pretty solid advise.
I have to change my filter every month because it gets extremely dirty….
@@Hike_and_Yapwhere do you live 😂
@@kaydenmorrison4769the Sahara
Loving the advice on your channel.
Thank you Bob!
Thanks,Dad,God, bless you ! 😊
Ur advice is genuine ❤ Thank you!
Great information great reminders!! Thank you.
Thank you for the advice
Great advice. When my dad told me these things years ago I didn't listen. Now that I tell my son the same thing I realize how little times have changed. 😆 🤣 Luckily I'm here to do it with him.
Love the videos fantastic advice. You’re awesome sir.
Thanks dad!!!!!
Hell yea cool tips from an awesome dad!!! 👍👍👍
Thanks Yt Dad!! Helps still having A Dad's advice still!!!
Play with your instrument cluster, or check the owners manual. Most cars from the last 10 years will have its own oil life counter which you can reset after an oil change.
Good advice 👍
Gotta say, those are solid advice for anyone. Sadly, in this westernized culture that is trying to diminish our unique role as men and fathers in our society, these sorts of words of wisdom is sorely needed.
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3-5k mile oil change is for conventional oil. Modern synthetics with a decent filter will go double that
If you use green coolant, it mixes with water, you can put it in anything.
Definitely don't just put water in the coolant. Water should only be used as a last resort. For example, you forgot to fill it before a long trip and your car overheats at midnight when all the stores are closed.
Great advice. I will add check the coolant while the motor is cooled off. Don't open the radiator cap while its hot.
Sent this to my daughter at university
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Would you do a video about if and how to clean your back up camera? Any thoughts would be helpful and appreciated!
Ahhh Scotty Kilmer says not
Necessary to rotate tires. He’s the car mechanic god. Sorry dad
As long as you don’t have a worn out suspension part, and your alignment is good, rotating your tires doesn’t much of a difference on the longevity.
Oh! Napa Auto Parts. Was that a subliminal advertisement?
NAPA actually is good!
I wish he was my dad 😔
Pay once cry once. Use high quality oil filter napa gold is same as Hastings, run royal purple oil for gas. Diesel motor run Valvoline premium blue or rotella t6.
Big thing you missed here is if you need to top up your coolant you have a leak. Don't just top it up, find the source or take it to a shop so they can pressure teag it for you. Coolant should not go down, it is in a sealed system so somthing is wrong..
Not a sealed system
Some coolant systems naturally evaporate fluid and or will have a automatic release for it. Just because you’re topping it off once or twice year doesn’t mean anything when it comes to if its leaking or not.
Even with electric cars they're not rotating tires and those don't require oil changes.
How do you set a trip meter
Not all napa auto parts is accommodating in providing customer service.
Can you plz teach us how to drive skillfully
I believe I can learn it from a Dad only
Thanks
Dad's checklist: NAPA
I bet he works for napa
you can get all this info online and do it yourself unless its made to go to a shop. dont spend 200 on minor stuff also you will get a diagnostic fee which is seperate
Napa is for auto parts, Sonoma is for wine.
This should be common sense
As a dad, I would advise to pull the fuel pump relay when you don't want your daughter to go meet that boy
Air filter twice a year? No. That's ridiculous
Air filter 2-3 times a year?!!! Hellllll no dad
Don't go to Napa, they'll price gouge the hell out of you. Rockauto is the place to go!
Horse crap on the 3-5k oil changes. Modern oils last 7500 miles, synthetic oils are good for a minimum of 10k miles. My 2006 vibe has 310k on 10k oil changes, Has never been opened up for repairs.
Change air filters 2 or 3 times looks too much to me unless you’re living somewhere n a very dusty place. I rather to do it once a year.
when should you replace your battery? Im on about five years now..
A lot of battery retailers will test it for free. You’re probably close to the end of its reliable life but it could also go another couple years.
@@rickbateman2401 I think so too...I do keep a electronic jump start in the trunk that charges from whatever voltage is left so I plan to wait a few months anyway just to see how it goes..if I plan a trip Ill change it out..
@@rickbateman2401 he checked mine and said it was about 73% life
Check the voltage while cranking with a multimeter.
With no load, a battery should be about 12.5 volts. While cranking the engine, it should never drop below about 9.5 (many don't drop below 10). If yours measures under that when cranking, consider a replacement soon to help keep you from being stranded.
(Don't do napa please guys they sell it cheap because its made cheap and always faulty, idk if its just uk that it's bad but it's badddd :( love ya)
DO NOT change your oil every 3 to 5k miles. What a waste of money.
At last some good advice ,stop watching politics and learn some basic skills,I love it.Thankyou.
Sounds like you just read a list that you were given…
because 2 or 3 of those are completely unnecessary
You don't need to change your oil or air filter that often.... and who rotates car tires?
Are you drunk or have no clue about vehicles?
Oil at 5k and air filter once a year is fine. If you drive a fwd you definitely want to rotate your tires because you’ll end up with work or front tires and brand new rears instead of even tires all around.
@@emmanuelalva6597 I don't know anyone who rotates their tires. Just replace them in pairs when they need it. And oil and filters once a year at the service.
@@John...44... if that’s how you feel about maintenance I can only imagine how the condition of the rest of your vehicle is.
@emmanuelalva6597 just fine thanks. Modern cars really don't need looking after as much as cars used to
This guy is so smart. Seeking ad endorsements every vid
Rotating your tires is stupid.
Oil change is too excessive. Recommended interval is 7-8k for most people.
that’s only on some new cars, and almost every mechanic recommends against waiting that long. For basically every engine, 5k should be the maximum
@@jadenr.11I wonder why a mechanic would advise visiting more frequently 🤣
@@markmckenzie1686 it’s been a basic standard for the past century. Manufacturers only say their engines can go 10k miles without an oil change so the car grenades right when the warranty is over.
It's just not a thing here in Europe. My diesel volvo has 18k oil change intervals. Fingers crossed its OK at 100k miles so far. A previous volvo was I think 15k and went over 200k miles before another issue killed it!
@jadenrosenberg. right, because mechanics know best right? (Hint: they don't get paid until they work on your car). Independent lab analysis and engineers disagree with your claim.
Nah 3 too 5k us too short try every 20 to 50k if you've got a good engine it won't hurt it
That’s a bit high 😂