How to Replace Leaf Springs and Lift your Truck

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  • Опубліковано 23 вер 2018
  • Learn how to replace rusty leaf springs, shackles, and leaf spring mounting brackets in your truck or suv. I also show how to replace leaf spring bushings and remove the rust and undercoat the frame of your vehicle. We lift the truck in the process by using Chevy/Dodge lowering shackles which fit the Ford Ranger/Mazda B-Series trucks.
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  • @chrisfix
    @chrisfix  5 років тому +1654

    I hope you guys are ready for what I have been working on... It's going to be an epic next few months. That's all I gotta say about that.
    Also daily updates here: instagram.com/ChrisFixit
    And what did you think of my new shirt/design I was wearing at the end? Want one?
    Make sure you hit that notification bell so you can get updates when I post the next UA-cam videos!!!

    • @tdlaustralia7791
      @tdlaustralia7791 5 років тому +7

      Great channel mate. I've used a few of your vids recently but always watch anyway.

    • @velo3374
      @velo3374 5 років тому +20

      Pls post more repairs.. I miss watching ur videos a lot

    • @AdamSchell303Racing
      @AdamSchell303Racing 5 років тому +12

      Hope more driftstang stuff is coming soon.

    • @theethicalhackster1445
      @theethicalhackster1445 5 років тому +15

      ChrisFix soooo has anyone even said anything about the nos you had at the beginning of the video?

    • @Edgarq-jw6cu
      @Edgarq-jw6cu 5 років тому +5

      Nice NOS 👍🏻😂

  • @lancekline9977
    @lancekline9977 5 років тому +3342

    Chris’s truck: breaks*
    Chris: “Yes! More content”

    • @panzerveps
      @panzerveps 5 років тому +29

      Same with Ericthecarguy when he forgot to torque the crank bolt, and bent a couple of valves. ;)

    • @FirstnameLastName-xk5pu
      @FirstnameLastName-xk5pu 5 років тому +28

      That is why he bought a for- i mean mazda...

    • @LeaderofStupid
      @LeaderofStupid 5 років тому +5

      That's one way of looking at it, i suppose

    • @JumbleDrops
      @JumbleDrops 5 років тому +1

      @@FirstnameLastName-xk5pu Yeah, hehe...Japan!
      I guess!
      gotta buy companies i guess...

    • @adrianbaumann6638
      @adrianbaumann6638 5 років тому +2

      @@JumbleDrops but it was a cooparation with Ford (Sry iam german)

  • @eliaswilson8376
    @eliaswilson8376 4 роки тому +2311

    Chris after a breakup: out with the old and in with the new

  • @car-jitsu7142
    @car-jitsu7142 3 роки тому +52

    The fact that you go over safety is admirable.

  • @knottreel
    @knottreel 3 роки тому +36

    This is the way DIY videos should be made, concise, organized, and no BS. Thanks!

    • @ArcticSaberWolf
      @ArcticSaberWolf 2 роки тому +1

      Hey Chris do you have to let the rust reformer dry for a whole 24 hours can it still work if its 6 hours?

  • @LightGesture
    @LightGesture 4 роки тому +198

    I don't think some people understand how much easier it is to follow along when someone speaks clearly, and the video is edited so well, like this. Thanks. Now if only my F250 was so small.... lol

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  4 роки тому +16

      I'm glad you found the video easy to follow along!

    • @harrisonrawlinson5650
      @harrisonrawlinson5650 Рік тому +5

      for me, the best part about this channel is the lighting and camera work, i can easily follow what Chris is doing because I can actually see it

    • @flamestar557
      @flamestar557 Рік тому +1

      If you understood it well could you explain the last part with the torching? Like couldn't he just let the car go down off the jack stands and then torch it? Hope that makes sense.

    • @Matthew-vk5kp
      @Matthew-vk5kp 5 місяців тому +1

      @@flamestar557its torque not torch lol. if you do it with truck on the ground instead of with the jack on the diff then the tires are in the way of you trying to torque the bolts.

  • @MerkinMuffly
    @MerkinMuffly 5 років тому +977

    It doesn't bother me waiting for Chris's videos, because I know they're always going to have top notch quality. Some of these mechanic channels throw out worthless videos 3 times a day just to make money.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 років тому +150

      Thanks a lot man! Means a lot! I really work hard to provide the best content I can!

    • @PeanutButterCrew
      @PeanutButterCrew 5 років тому +49

      @@chrisfix way better than scotty's 1 minute fixes I feel like after watching your videos I could go do it myself

    • @1MicrosoftCPU
      @1MicrosoftCPU 5 років тому +2

      Well sir, good point.

    • @VitorMadeira
      @VitorMadeira 5 років тому +6

      Now this is one of the biggest truths in the entire UA-cam ecosystem.
      I totally agree with you. I also had to block all videos from that "channel" so I would not get misinformed again and again, and again, and again...

    • @mistamaog
      @mistamaog 5 років тому

      @@VitorMadeira what chu mean misinformed

  • @mcgoo136
    @mcgoo136 7 днів тому +1

    I see why this channel is at the top. Simple, informative, easy to understand. Good stuff 👍🏾

  • @joshuaknudsen1166
    @joshuaknudsen1166 3 роки тому +22

    The "little big" things you do for your videos always impress. Fixing the light for a shot with cardboard and an extra light under the bed, taking the time to do "extra" work by doing both sides and demonstrating replacing bushings, etc. It's in all your videos and a reason I'm subscribed! Keep up the awesome content!

  • @mymaingotbanned_not5816
    @mymaingotbanned_not5816 5 років тому +212

    Something I love about this channel is that u don’t make subs for the money or just to be famous but u actually show people exactly what to do step by step

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 років тому +32

      The goal is to teach as many people as I can so they can learn something new, save money, and gain life skills!!!

    • @jorgerivera1083
      @jorgerivera1083 5 років тому +1

      @@chrisfix Thanks for looking out for the little people

    • @dawnmiller5872
      @dawnmiller5872 3 роки тому

      @@chrisfix hell

    • @dawnmiller5872
      @dawnmiller5872 3 роки тому

      @@chrisfix hello

  • @jmanc6941
    @jmanc6941 5 років тому +510

    the editing, the narration, and the upbeat attitude. very helpful videos!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 років тому +18

      Glad the videos are helpful.

    • @reaperasylum2163
      @reaperasylum2163 5 років тому +2

      @@chrisfix all your videos are extremely helpful and especially the hybrid battery vid good gracious one came in the shop the other day and because of your video I told my boss that I can replace it, thanks my friend you are a lifesaver well lol a job saver hehe a happy customer is a happy mechanic

    • @David-cy5zu
      @David-cy5zu 5 років тому

      the narration might be too hilarious for such serious vids, but hes work is perfect and he explains it awesome

    • @kgg293
      @kgg293 5 років тому

      The positive attitude is a big help. Cause it’s usually a pain in the ass, we all know that. I try and keep it positive while busted my knuckles on my junk cars.

    • @dawnmiller5872
      @dawnmiller5872 3 роки тому +1

      @@chrisfix hi

  • @commentsoicancaptureyourip9518
    @commentsoicancaptureyourip9518 3 роки тому +61

    Chris: it looks so good.
    Me: will you stop spraying the camera.

  • @asmith5736
    @asmith5736 4 роки тому +37

    thank you for making this, gave my dad and I the confidence we needed to do this repair on our SUV, saved us around 700$. Just bought my first car and hoping to make it really nice!

    • @ScarletBrimstone
      @ScarletBrimstone 2 роки тому

      The irony that I have just acquired a '99 Tahoe with this problem after getting new tires on it.

  • @frank_texas7400
    @frank_texas7400 5 років тому +47

    So far I saved
    $100 spark plug change with proper gap
    $400 coilover install
    $ 700 a/c compressor install plus recharge
    $120 making sure my air fuel sensor was good
    $600 replacing my brakes and rotors
    $400 restoring my headlights instead of getting new ones
    $80 replacing my belt
    Bottomline i am looking forward to the new shirts !

    • @frank_texas7400
      @frank_texas7400 5 років тому +3

      Spencer 7445 for the price it cost me if they last me 6 months i will fix them again and again, bu the time i get to pay 400 lets see i spent less than 10, that will be 20 years i reckon

  • @Hayden-ib3ju
    @Hayden-ib3ju 5 років тому +1440

    who needs thread locker when you have corrosion to hold your bolts on tight!

    • @dennistv598
      @dennistv598 5 років тому +8

      Hayden 115 u don’t need thread locker

    • @Larcona_
      @Larcona_ 5 років тому +5

      No kidding

    • @gamecapturemoments1
      @gamecapturemoments1 5 років тому +41

      @@dennistv598 I beg to differ.... I ripped a rim in half one time because a brake caliper bolt that I didnt put threadlocker on backed out. That was a scary surprise.

    • @j0sh368
      @j0sh368 4 роки тому +17

      @@gamecapturemoments1 yea i agree threadlocker is very important, it can save you

    • @steveafanador6441
      @steveafanador6441 4 роки тому +15

      Yes exactly 👍. Also rust is the tourqe specs I use.

  • @mmini2600
    @mmini2600 2 роки тому +11

    This video gave me the confidence to do it myself on a 2000 F-150 XLT 4x4. Feeling proud that I did it using lots of tools inherited from grandpas who have passed on. Upgrading to heavy duty leaf springs with new shackles and bushings has made for a much smoother ride! Tips for those thinking about doing it:
    -don’t attempt shackle or hanger replacement without an angle grinder-you’ll likely have at least 1 bolt on each side that will need to be cut out; you might need to cut part of the old shackle too so have fresh cutting wheels
    -after U bolts, I found it easier to get the front eye bolt in place 1st then use c-clamp to help line up holes for bolt thru shackle and hanger (make sure you pre-install shackle onto spring with bolt head on frame side of shackle)
    -Power Torque brand 6 ton jack stands from Oreilly had plenty of height for this project

  • @moseskervinsy6329
    @moseskervinsy6329 3 роки тому +4

    I just finished watching your rear diff oil change from 7 years ago on this truck and 7 years later it's still alive and kicking. You're amazing man

  • @ddaru1
    @ddaru1 5 років тому +247

    I don't even have a car that uses leaf springs, but I learned a lot. Thanks Chris...

    • @dashofawesome64
      @dashofawesome64 5 років тому +5

      So now i know the trabant is not the only car with those :)

    • @theeoddments960
      @theeoddments960 5 років тому +3

      Dash of awesome ??? Like, almost any car made before 1975, and any heavy duty truck made before like 2003

    • @jm036
      @jm036 5 років тому

      Nicholas Hillyer 2003? The hell took them so long?

    • @jm036
      @jm036 5 років тому

      Nicholas Hillyer 2003? The hell took them so long!?

    • @ButterNoToast
      @ButterNoToast 5 років тому +4

      Arya Daru I don't even have a car lol

  • @TheTeeTwo
    @TheTeeTwo 5 років тому +47

    I may not have leaf springs on my car, but atleast knowing how to fix rusted parts is great knowledge to have when i inevitably attempt to restore the car.

  • @bluzeblast
    @bluzeblast 2 місяці тому +3

    Dude, back in the day, 1984 to be exact, I was driving my Dads 1972 GMC Custom half ton pickup truck home from work. I started hearing a ting, ting, ting behind me and when I looked in my rearview mirror I saw a 12 inch piece of steel bouncing end over end behind me. When I inspected it more I realized that that was a sizable chunk of the leaf spring that had fallen off. I started calling several local salvage yards and was only able to find springs that had come off a farm grain truck. You know, one of those that can haul a tremendous amount of weight out of a field after getting grain harvested. I was assured that these would fit on my half ton pickup truck, only cost me $50.00, and another $50.00 charge (labor and parts) to get the springs installed. The lift was TREMENDOUS! Over 8 inches of lift!!!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  2 місяці тому

      Haha thats awesome, almost like a reverse Carolina squat lol

  • @sonnychornley9457
    @sonnychornley9457 8 місяців тому +4

    If only there were mechanics around here that put this much time and effort and care into their work and at a reasonable price. This guy seems to know what he's doing pretty well and what a huge difference it made. Solves alot of future problems or prevents them I guess.

  • @hunterk2
    @hunterk2 5 років тому +906

    Who else didnt need to replace their lift springs but watched the video anyway? lol Always learning from ChrisFix.

    • @JM-yx1lm
      @JM-yx1lm 5 років тому +17

      Leaf springs

    • @Sylk15
      @Sylk15 4 роки тому +22

      I don't even own a car with leaf springs suspension, but I still like watching this

    • @78kurenai
      @78kurenai 4 роки тому +3

      Idk, i do none of this myself but its good to learn different things. It can be applied to other diy

    • @countryfella94
      @countryfella94 4 роки тому +3

      i didn't even know what a leaf spring was, never own or worked on a truck, now i know, thanks chris

    • @rt_lucas6822
      @rt_lucas6822 4 роки тому +3

      hunterk2 I don’t even have a car or license yet 😂 I just watch him cause he’s smart lol

  • @yusufk5545
    @yusufk5545 5 років тому +260

    Who else gets such a satisfying feeling when he torques the bolts. That click sound is so good.

    • @isaacwamsley1415
      @isaacwamsley1415 4 роки тому

      Me

    • @guyontheinternet8891
      @guyontheinternet8891 4 роки тому +1

      I love torque wrenches myself lol

    • @devingribble5442
      @devingribble5442 4 роки тому +1

      I have searched far and wide for this comment for a year. Great minds think alike

    • @Clutch_Boy
      @Clutch_Boy 4 роки тому +4

      I got a clicking torque wrench recently, and I've made up excuses to use it. It's so satisfying

    • @jonjohnson102
      @jonjohnson102 4 роки тому

      When tighting a bolt i like to say “click”

  • @mazerunner1054
    @mazerunner1054 11 місяців тому +3

    That was far more educational than I thought it would be.
    I tip my hat for the thoroughness.

  • @wadesweeney421
    @wadesweeney421 2 роки тому +3

    By far the best narrated mechanic video I've seen as to date

  • @Curvee
    @Curvee 4 роки тому +376

    chris' car: literally falls apart into a thousand pieces
    chris: *How to rebuild your entire car from scratch*

    • @ypoa7827
      @ypoa7827 4 роки тому +28

      How to rebuild your car from scratch using common tools

    • @noma_es_sebas
      @noma_es_sebas 3 роки тому +7

      @@ypoa7827 facts

    • @sneakyplays101
      @sneakyplays101 2 роки тому

      Thats physically impossible to do

    • @cbaha4985
      @cbaha4985 2 роки тому +7

      @@sneakyplays101 Not with that attitude

    • @100beamm
      @100beamm 2 роки тому +2

      And some soapy wooder

  • @AljonGolfs
    @AljonGolfs 5 років тому +401

    I don’t own a truck ... or even a car ... I just like watching your vids

  • @josie333
    @josie333 11 місяців тому +4

    Absolute monster of an editor Chris fix is

  • @toddswenson
    @toddswenson 3 роки тому +6

    I'm late watching this video and someone else may have already mentioned it but I wanted to give you props on the part of the video where you mentioned the amount of rust control you used. Mentioning the coverage amount per can of product is always so helpful when your trying to keep leftover supplies and cost in mind. Great videos! Thanks for all the very thorough work.

  • @IanR_02
    @IanR_02 5 років тому +367

    I feel like ChrisFix just drives around between videos and waits for something to break

  • @chrisfix
    @chrisfix  5 років тому +240

    I hope you guys are ready for what I have been working on... It's going to be an epic next few months. That's all I gotta say about that.

    • @Defalt-zt5gr
      @Defalt-zt5gr 5 років тому +2

      Hopefully because ive been waiting

    • @jonsteele424
      @jonsteele424 5 років тому +2

      Hopefully it's customization stuff for the driftstang cuz I just got an 01 mustang so I plan on doing a lot of the same stuff cuz it's so similar

    • @_Saxoman
      @_Saxoman 5 років тому

      Can you tell me how to fit interior lights in my car(neon.) Can you wire them straight to the battery? Cheers Chris

    • @BassManBobBassCovers
      @BassManBobBassCovers 5 років тому +2

      frig yeah buddy!

    • @occgaming2971
      @occgaming2971 5 років тому +1

      Congratulations on 4 million

  • @alexwhitney7627
    @alexwhitney7627 Рік тому +2

    This is the best video honestly you told us what the parts were how to lift the truck also how to install them. Nice job.

  • @MorfMusic
    @MorfMusic Рік тому +1

    This video saved me like $1000 as I swapped my snapped single leaf, and old rusted single leaf, for heavy duty dual leafs without the mechanics insane overhead costs

  • @pokcay
    @pokcay 5 років тому +192

    New Chris Fix videos fixes my bad day

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 років тому +16

      Im glad I can make your day better!

    • @pokcay
      @pokcay 5 років тому +3

      ChrisFix always man, keep your positivity up, love what you’re doing!

    • @Kratos-bf2jg
      @Kratos-bf2jg 5 років тому +1

      It was a Monday so... yea it’s a bad day for everyone lol

  • @_BAD_MERC_
    @_BAD_MERC_ 5 років тому +134

    From piston return springs to suspension springs!! Chris Fix is the man!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 років тому +7

      Haha

    • @TheRedCap
      @TheRedCap 5 років тому +4

      Might wanna check those. Bad return springs tend to mess with suspension (in my experience)

    • @erikkovacs3097
      @erikkovacs3097 5 років тому +2

      Ford has a recall for their piston return springs on the Ranger. It's been know to contaminate the blinker fluid during winter conditions while there are auroras and Jupiter is in the 7th house.

  • @dreamlookautodetailingauto3353
    @dreamlookautodetailingauto3353 2 роки тому +2

    Finally... found a way to lift my rear end of my truck without expensive lift kits or air bag's!!
    very good at explaining & showing what needs to be done! Good job Chris! You're an overachiever! 👍

  • @lbk1982
    @lbk1982 3 роки тому +2

    Hey Chris, I followed this guide to change my leaf springs, shackles, and mounts on both sides of my truck. Saved myself 2000 bucks that I was quoted at a shop for this job. Thanks to you!!
    The one thing that was a pain was getting the forward mount installed on the gas tank side without dropping the gas tank. I did manage to get it done however by using a string to pull the bolts through the hole backwards, then using a pair of vice grips on the tip of the bolt that is not threaded as I tightened the nut down, that way I didn't need access to the space between the frame and the gas tank to hold the bolt by the head.

  • @cosmicshadow8466
    @cosmicshadow8466 5 років тому +97

    i am going to a technical school to be a mechanic, and no lie, we just got done with our lesson about leaf springs yesterday.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 років тому +23

      Haha that’s awesome. Show your professor the video. Maybe he will use it

    • @tubeyouxer
      @tubeyouxer 5 років тому +8

      and which one was better?

    • @MCFishNuggets
      @MCFishNuggets 5 років тому

      Well looks like now you got a better lesson

    • @cosmicshadow8466
      @cosmicshadow8466 5 років тому +2

      @@tubeyouxer this is an honest statement (not biased because its his video) but i think chris's is better just because he went into way more detail, ie. the rust reform, my teacher mostly just gave us a sheet from a site called ALL DATA and pretty much told us to go do it (and we did it on rusty AF chevy astro vans which made the job 2x harder than it needed to be cause i dont think those springs have ever come off before)

  • @supremegamingred7700
    @supremegamingred7700 5 років тому +45

    Am i the only one who got a instant smile on my face when i saw he released a video

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 років тому +1

      :)

    • @DominikDoesGaming
      @DominikDoesGaming 5 років тому

      Nope

    • @skullbeat9414
      @skullbeat9414 5 років тому

      Nope!
      When I saw the notification I got off the bed make a coffee and start watching the video🖐️🖐️🙂🙂

    • @SM-mt8pz
      @SM-mt8pz 5 років тому

      No. Same with me

    • @meme-lg4vh
      @meme-lg4vh 5 років тому

      Nope

  • @IsAmericaforSaletoChina
    @IsAmericaforSaletoChina 2 роки тому +1

    Do you know how long I have watched youtube looking for someone like you that, well makes sense, without making a clear fool of himself around every corner. So far, you are the man bro.

  • @Dav3Campb3ll
    @Dav3Campb3ll 4 роки тому +4

    How could anyone dislike a Chris Fix video?? So well put together and straight to the point!

    • @uncrustable9923
      @uncrustable9923 Рік тому

      good thing youtube removed the dislikes for chrisfix's vids!

  • @fabianroman1699
    @fabianroman1699 4 роки тому +349

    My car doesn’t even have leaf springs. I’m just here for the content.
    Also, what’s up with spray painting the camera. Lol

    • @blimps2428
      @blimps2428 3 роки тому +63

      He has to buy a new camera every single time. It's crazy.

    • @blimps2428
      @blimps2428 3 роки тому +60

      Meme Man it was a joke. I was being sarcastic lol. Most likely he puts plastic over the lense

    • @duncanblack7359
      @duncanblack7359 3 роки тому +4

      It’s a little tricky to detect sarcasm over text, so.. smol slack?

    • @theguy949
      @theguy949 3 роки тому +1

      It adds up to about 700 microns

    • @ghillepig2
      @ghillepig2 3 роки тому +1

      @AJ Hauter boi

  • @MarkkTheSharkk
    @MarkkTheSharkk 5 років тому +49

    "I'm not a mechanic" everything you mention you do so W/ confidence as if you've been doing this for decades...
    Come fix my life like you fix your cars

  • @rezavarghayi8181
    @rezavarghayi8181 3 роки тому +6

    Chris is just flexing on us with his big collection of tools. He's gonna be the ultimate dad

  • @ItsPandaaa
    @ItsPandaaa 2 роки тому +3

    i replaced my leaf springs with deaver leaf springs, welded on triple bypass suspension and did a lot more with the help of these tutorials and my dad, thanks chris :)

  • @brettdavis5555
    @brettdavis5555 5 років тому +254

    All that rust makes me thankful the roads never need to be salted where I live.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 років тому +68

      Lucky

    • @biosaber585
      @biosaber585 5 років тому +11

      technically rust isn't so much the salt, it's more so undried water and salt creating a solution on the metal of the vehicle's frame. Not saying this is Chris's fault but usually it's when you don't wash your vehicle thoroughly after the winter months and that salt becomes damp from road water in the rainy months and it rusts the metal frame. Again this is most likely NOT Chris's fault since we know his love of cleanliness this was probably pre-existing but it's best to watch your vehicle even in non snowy states. California actually has BAD salt issues especially for those on the beach, the salt water on the breeze eats through the paint of vehicles and destroys them

    • @warnadoproductions615
      @warnadoproductions615 5 років тому +6

      weird flew but okay

    • @BEEFY-hu8gl
      @BEEFY-hu8gl 5 років тому +5

      Warnado Productions let me help u out FLEX

    • @yuskeurameshi1536
      @yuskeurameshi1536 5 років тому +7

      I live in florida and mine are exactly this level of fucked up.

  • @CoronaTheFatCat
    @CoronaTheFatCat 5 років тому +100

    It's always a great day when a new ChrisFix video pops up!
    Seriously, your videos have helped me gain the confidence to work on my cars myself instead of shelling out hundreds of dollars at a repair shop.
    (hopefully I can finish the rest of the repairs I need to do before winter comes!)

  • @sovietscrapmechanic5058
    @sovietscrapmechanic5058 3 роки тому +2

    I pretty sure Chris is the only person on North America that is happy when something breaks on his cars

  • @logankd4640
    @logankd4640 2 роки тому +1

    Chris these videos are amazing! Clear concise and to the point. Not missing any important info and your tone makes these fun to watch! Thanks alot. Helped me with my 96 ranger!

  • @MaxSpeedMike
    @MaxSpeedMike 5 років тому +327

    Why am I watching a ChrisFix video at 1 am? Knawwwledge

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 років тому +21

      ChrisFix bedtime story haha

    • @NaturalZBey
      @NaturalZBey 5 років тому

      Same here....@130

    • @MaxSpeedMike
      @MaxSpeedMike 5 років тому

      @@chrisfix the best of the best

    • @MaxSpeedMike
      @MaxSpeedMike 5 років тому +1

      @@NaturalZBey you must be on the east coast haha

    • @tanner5623
      @tanner5623 5 років тому +1

      Here in my garage, I replace one leaf spring every day.

  • @panducation4119
    @panducation4119 4 роки тому +75

    This is the best repair channel I've ever seen

  • @cooperazinovic90
    @cooperazinovic90 Рік тому +1

    When he sprayed the under coating on the camera, I flinched like I was gonna get it in my eyes, it got me both times.

  • @markjaynes8526
    @markjaynes8526 Рік тому +1

    Probably the best "DIY" video I have ever seen! You march right through and are very succinct and explain things very well. Not a bunch of humming and hawing and adjusting the camera. perfect video. I subscribed because I liked how well you did it.

  • @mr.eiesland2122
    @mr.eiesland2122 5 років тому +35

    Hey Chris, me and my wife are in the hospital while she undergoes her chemo. Wanted to say awesome video! Thx

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 років тому +17

      Hey Jay!!! I will say a prayer and I hope she is doing well and I hope she enjoys the videos!

    • @alam.j.3993
      @alam.j.3993 5 років тому +1

      Stay strong fella, wish her full recovery :)

    • @mr.eiesland2122
      @mr.eiesland2122 5 років тому

      ChrisFix She loves your videos bud, god bless!

  • @fredbecker607
    @fredbecker607 5 років тому +195

    Old guy suggestion. With stuck bolt pull wrench towards you. When you push and something slips or breaks you hit your hands on something. Did it way to many times before someone pointed it out,

    • @Larcona_
      @Larcona_ 5 років тому +3

      I try to, though sometimes you end up picking yourself up before it breaks lose.

    • @joshuaquick5511
      @joshuaquick5511 4 роки тому +2

      Strongly agree, been there, got the T shirt

    • @crazeguy26
      @crazeguy26 4 роки тому

      open hand and push with palm.

    • @honchoryanc
      @honchoryanc 4 роки тому +2

      If its that bad I hit the wrench with a mallet or brass hammer

    • @ssimon64
      @ssimon64 4 роки тому

      Busted my knuckles so many times haha

  • @Cruz0604
    @Cruz0604 3 роки тому +5

    Your videos are very educational and clean. You don’t have any unnecessary bullshit like other UA-camrs. And you don’t miss any important points.
    Big thumbs up for you, buddy keep the good work!👍🏼

  • @BigIslandbbadd
    @BigIslandbbadd 3 роки тому

    Great video. I've spent so much money on my 96 Yukon and it still has issues. Your classes are so helpful. Thanks for teaching.

  • @wesley-yz2dn
    @wesley-yz2dn 5 років тому +64

    Every time i see your vid i click right away keep up the good work

  • @decentdeckhand8603
    @decentdeckhand8603 5 років тому +104

    does anybody else watch these, just to know you're probably never going to do it to your car, to then come back to this video to do it?

    • @ronaldradicalhickman6071
      @ronaldradicalhickman6071 5 років тому

      yes I am ......next week on my 09, e150......he's great !!

    • @tigersprr77
      @tigersprr77 5 років тому

      yes... all the time.

    • @azeissler1987
      @azeissler1987 5 років тому

      Ive done that for my breaks. His video really helped me have the confidence to complete the job.

    • @joelopez7459
      @joelopez7459 5 років тому

      Cars don't have leaf springs so.................

    • @decentdeckhand8603
      @decentdeckhand8603 5 років тому

      Joe Lopez well you know what I mean.

  • @stevenl8687
    @stevenl8687 Рік тому +2

    Hey Chris
    On very tight/rusty bolts I usually heat them up with a torch before I try to break torque plus it will melt any loctite if it has been previously applied.
    Love your videos! you have helped me save alot of money over the years plus thousands others I’m sure!

  • @davidstewart5594
    @davidstewart5594 9 місяців тому

    always loved how genuine chris is, and how easy he can make it look approachable for us to work on things and giving us all the steps.

  • @802Garage
    @802Garage 5 років тому +134

    Very nicely done, Chris! Simple and thorough. You are going to teach a lot of people that are rusted suspension component does not necessarily mean throwing away a good vehicle. Awesome!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 років тому +11

      Thanks a lot man! Yea I have to be honest, when I first glanced at the damage in the parking lot, I got concerned she might be done... luckily a little more looking around at home showed the frame was just surface rusted!

    • @802Garage
      @802Garage 5 років тому +1

      Thanks for the reply, Chris! Always nice you take time for the viewers. Wish some of my cars just had surface rust!

    • @steve5912
      @steve5912 5 років тому

      Those people shouldn't even own a car lmao

    • @jackscringechannel807
      @jackscringechannel807 2 роки тому

      @@chrisfix you made me confident to work on my cars in my driveway THANK YOU SO MUCH

  • @shannonfrye6449
    @shannonfrye6449 3 роки тому +1

    OMG! You make that process look so easy! Takes the fear and intimidation right out of it. Thanks!

  • @Punkbustafreak
    @Punkbustafreak 2 роки тому

    You videos make me feel super confident about doing work on my truck. Much love and appreciation for the tutorials that you give. 🙏

  • @HazzySpade
    @HazzySpade 5 років тому +81

    i like how you did your transitions by covering the camera with the rubberized coating looked good

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 років тому +29

      Thanks a lot! I made a whole setup for spray painting the lens haha. That way I don’t ruin my gear.

    • @omgacat520
      @omgacat520 5 років тому +6

      not gonna lie, kinda had a heart attack when you did it.

    • @Killme-fb5qu
      @Killme-fb5qu 5 років тому +4

      AppearedSpadeGaming I freaked out when he did that

    • @bige3510
      @bige3510 5 років тому

      Hasn’t he been doing this?

    • @mannyavila3629
      @mannyavila3629 5 років тому +1

      As someone that does photo/video and getting into cars, I appreciate the creative transitions and overall editing and content! Great work!

  • @mikavink5307
    @mikavink5307 5 років тому +34

    as a knifesmith i want to say: put your broken leafsprings on the internet, they are really nice steel for knifemaking so you can probaly catch 30-40 bucks if you sell them a beginning smith.

    • @dsadsa726
      @dsadsa726 5 років тому

      Are you gonna commit genocide of african minorities with those?

  • @michaelbyrd5573
    @michaelbyrd5573 3 роки тому

    Starting to resto our 87 Toyota pickup, I've realized again how awesome Kroil oil is for rusty hardware. After becoming paranoid about getting the rear end out of wack and watching tons of videos.....yours popped up and was exactly what I needed. Chrisfx vids are the best,always.

  • @hass7245
    @hass7245 2 роки тому

    i been a mechanic for 25 years i trained alot of ppl and met alot of great mechanics but i never met a smarter person then this guy chris, i mean he does make things so easy on his videos because of how smart he is .keep it up brother ur doing a great job by helping alot of ppl on here

  • @ddjohnson9717
    @ddjohnson9717 5 років тому +23

    this dude throwing tyres in the end lol..... strong man he is!

  • @familyaccount4728
    @familyaccount4728 5 років тому +34

    I love chrisfix not only because the way he explains us but also he replies to all the comments which he can and that make ma smile😀😊.Other big youtuber never replies to there fan but chrisfix is a kind hearted big youtuber

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 років тому +16

      I try my best!

  • @joshuavizcarra7735
    @joshuavizcarra7735 3 роки тому +27

    When chrix spares the camera with rust reformer i feel like am a part of the rust hahahah lol

  • @BLS36
    @BLS36 3 роки тому +127

    Caution with the rubberized undercoating - when it develops holes, it will actually trap the salinated water and it will rust from the inside out.
    It’s probably better to finish painting and then apply POR-15, regularly apply fluid film, or take the car in for a yearly undercarriage oil spray.

    • @saratc660
      @saratc660 2 роки тому +23

      THIS ⬆️ when I bought a Wrangler and was looking to undercoat, everyone told me about this and I was disappointed to see Chris recommend rubberized undercoating over fluid film

    • @andrewmcgill4957
      @andrewmcgill4957 2 роки тому +12

      Agreed. I bought an F150 that the PO rubberized the entire frame and floor of the cab on in 2004. It's now 2022 and the entire frame has rusted. The rubberized coating trapped in moisture and it's just completely rusted under there. It's not even stuck to the frame anymore and it's just peeling off in chunks. The floor of the cab is literally gone. I have to get a new cab and I am completely stripping the frame, painting it with POR15 and I will undercoat with Fluid Film. Never using Rubberized undercoating.

    • @christopherhobby8391
      @christopherhobby8391 2 роки тому +1

      Oxidation blows.

    • @herculesbrah
      @herculesbrah 2 роки тому +4

      por 15 is uv sensitive. most people are probably doing this in their driveway. I would say to use whatever rust converter and then use the fluid film on top/oil film.

    • @andrewmcgill4957
      @andrewmcgill4957 Рік тому +2

      @@herculesbrah To do POR15 properly you have to top coat it while it's still tacky. I use Rustoleum Gloss black, it turns rock hard and protects against UV.

  • @SpaceMarine113
    @SpaceMarine113 5 років тому +20

    this channel is one of the best, so satisfying to watch

  • @kennethtrice705
    @kennethtrice705 5 років тому +11

    I'm currently in an auto tech class in high school and I watch these videos to help me in class and they usually do help me thank you chris

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 років тому

      Awesome! Glad they are helpful.

    • @nickelbraun5360
      @nickelbraun5360 5 років тому

      I also watch these videos in auto techie high school. Our class would laugh at everything you did wrong.

    • @cicero1178
      @cicero1178 5 років тому

      @@nickelbraun5360 what did he do wrong?

    • @nickelbraun5360
      @nickelbraun5360 5 років тому

      Cicero First of all he diagnosed it wrong. The only reason he bought the aftermarket leaf springs is because he thought that they were broken. That is ridiculous. Ford Rangers and Mazda B series pick ups along with the Ford Explorer is based on the same chassis were known for broken shackles. Any amount of research on the Internet you could easily find this out. Especially if you own one and think you have knowledge of how to work on cars. Secondly when he took off the tire and remove the leafspring The axles should have had support underneath it. It was hanging by the shock observer and the sway bar. Now because not every pick up has a rear sway bar this could lead to potential he dangerous situations especially in a to Tutorial. The shock absorber cannot be trusted to hold the weight of the axle. In his case it probably would have been fine if there was no sway bar because he’s shocks were newer. But people watching that have a truck like this may not Nice enough shocks. They could easily break and drop the axle on to somebody. Not to mention giving specific torque specifications for what is supposed to be broad tutorial for many vehicles. Someone could also easily watch this video and install the shackle bracket incorrectly. Nowhere in the video does he touch on orientation of the shackle bracket. I have a 1996 Ford Ranger that I did the same exact project on. My shackle brackets were in the opposite direction Of what is shown on the video. If someone installed theirs in the way that is shown in the video but it is supposed to be the opposite it could potentially lead to failure. This is a complex project and there is many more things that he should have covered but he didn’t probably because he didn’t know or think about it. This is why I do not like him. He claims that he knows all of it but if you watch his videos with any amount of knowledge about the subject you can easily find his flaws. I am not a person who would care if he just did it to his own vehicle. You can go ahead and make your own mistakes on your own vehicle. But you should not be putting out tutorials if you don’t have any idea what you’re doing to begin with.

    • @hanskinslo326
      @hanskinslo326 5 років тому +1

      ChrisFix's videos will probably help you more than school, in the long run! Keep at it, though!

  • @vendetta_1442
    @vendetta_1442 2 роки тому

    I love how you make this kind of videos very informative and its super detailed and cover all the details that you should take care of when repairing, thumbs up and im expecting more videos like this in the future. Thank you so much cris!👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

  • @michaelcosta5040
    @michaelcosta5040 Рік тому +1

    I just learned 25 new tricks I never knew working on trucks for years in the first 3 minutes

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  Рік тому +1

      That is the goal! Glad to hear that!

  • @MegaMSMD
    @MegaMSMD 5 років тому +51

    I like the can of nos

  • @lunisce
    @lunisce 5 років тому +16

    I don't even own a truck but I still like watching Chris's videos

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 років тому +2

      Thanks

    • @fl1x05
      @fl1x05 5 років тому +1

      same im 13 and i find these vids interesting

  • @gabrielortiz665
    @gabrielortiz665 10 місяців тому +1

    Incredible Video - most informative ever 💯 I'm performing this job soon...but I did this before like 20 years ago....i wish this vid existed 😢

  • @robertjones8397
    @robertjones8397 2 роки тому

    Chris, thank you for all of your videos. They are informative, and give me the confidence to SAVE huge money on repairs. Thanks again.

  • @cargo4070
    @cargo4070 5 років тому +36

    Damn man. You are an AMAZING teacher. I just bought a 99 Mazda B4000 in the same color, and your channel is going to be invaluable as it ages. Thank you so much I feel like you’re saving me thousands of dollars

  • @arethouready
    @arethouready 5 років тому +63

    Chris neighbor stopped mowing so he could finally film a video!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 років тому +8

      It was also the rain and work, and life... Just so much going on and I cannot do it all :(

    • @LandyXB
      @LandyXB 5 років тому +4

      @@chrisfix Work at your own pace! Don't burn yourself out so that you don't enjoy making videos anymore!

    • @dawnmiller5872
      @dawnmiller5872 3 роки тому

      @@chrisfix good work

  • @aaronsalvesen4553
    @aaronsalvesen4553 Місяць тому +1

    Exactly what I needed to see! My go to UA-cam Mechanic!💪🙌💯

  • @henryhaworth1743
    @henryhaworth1743 3 роки тому

    I love how you do this video no room for anyone to be confused or make a mistake thank you keep it up 👍

  • @DVeck89
    @DVeck89 5 років тому +615

    I'm going to add a little medium strength thread locker to this comment.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 років тому +155

      That way it stays at the top of the comments.

    • @anfaal_raftel
      @anfaal_raftel 5 років тому +1

      Dantastic 😂😂😂

    • @TerminusOmega13
      @TerminusOmega13 5 років тому +13

      Don't forget to clean this "thread" with a metal wire brush.

    • @myerspostrandy2473
      @myerspostrandy2473 5 років тому +8

      Dantastic out with the old threads and in with the new

    • @brendancross2767
      @brendancross2767 5 років тому +9

      Don't forget the soapy wooder

  • @IceInMaWeiner
    @IceInMaWeiner 5 років тому +6

    Crazy how you have better quality videos than MotorTrend. It really shows how much effort you put into each video.

  • @RazoE
    @RazoE 3 роки тому +1

    I've been watching ChrisFix videos for the past 8 hours. Can't get enough 👍🏻

  • @theblogofsingh
    @theblogofsingh 2 роки тому

    Great video. Thanks for the tips and tricks. You make it look easy but its not easy! I had a 2017 ram 1500 I purchased new because I was afraid of working on old cars. I watch your videos alot, just for fun and they encouraged me to sell my truck. That 2017 I got new for 26k, 3 miles on the dash. I sold it last week for 19k and 98k miles on the dash. In place of that, I purchased an old 99 f150 with 108k miles for 2k. LOL I got it cheap because the brake lines were rusted. It had no brakes. I ended up replacing the brake lines. Took me about 4 days and 6 trips to the parts store. But I got it done. Drives and stops like a champ. Now on to the customization. I plan on putting an undercoating. Looks rough down there. And lifting it up. Will also add led light bar and loud speaker for fun.

  • @goldencosmonaut
    @goldencosmonaut 5 років тому +43

    Much love Chris!
    Edit: I clicked as soon as I saw the notification lmao.

  • @pjay1281
    @pjay1281 5 років тому +20

    God damn this guy is talented.
    After watching a ChrisFix video you feel like an ASE certify technician.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 років тому +4

      That’s the goal.

    • @erikkovacs3097
      @erikkovacs3097 5 років тому +3

      I feel the same way watching Ron Jeremy.

    • @gilbertrobles1374
      @gilbertrobles1374 5 років тому

      Confidence booster that Chrisfix. lol 😎

    • @nickelbraun5360
      @nickelbraun5360 5 років тому

      As an ASE certified technician Chris fix is far from a certified tech. I went through two years of schooling to become an ASC certified tech. And you think after watching a 10 minute video you are now a certified tech screw off.

    • @thefastassford
      @thefastassford 5 років тому +4

      @@nickelbraun5360 lmao it was a joke

  • @Fkn.Frankk
    @Fkn.Frankk 3 роки тому

    Love your video quality! You are able to see everything with great lighting and clear voice audio to hear every detail. Great work!

  • @nickgiard8553
    @nickgiard8553 Рік тому

    Great vid, I have the exact same problem. Replacing both springs, hangers and shackles. Thanks for the vid, makes this job super easy after I finished all the grinding and cleaning up the old rusty parts.

  • @lildrezz2350
    @lildrezz2350 5 років тому +105

    Did anyone else see the nitrous bottle next to the tool box i feel like he gonna put nos on the drift stang

    • @CREMATORY.
      @CREMATORY. 5 років тому +27

      *_OH GOD HE LIKED YOUR COMMENT AH SHIT RED ALERT RED ALERT-_*

    • @Deek1290
      @Deek1290 5 років тому +2

      He likes being subtle

    • @hect857
      @hect857 5 років тому +1

      I see nos and that is cool

    • @jakobr35pect96
      @jakobr35pect96 5 років тому +1

      NANI!? 🏎💦= burning rubber

  • @audifixr101
    @audifixr101 5 років тому +7

    I’m a licensed auto tech and I’m thoroughly impressed! Excellent video for diy’ers and great info from start to finish 👏

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 років тому +6

      Thanks a lot! My goal is to provide helpful, accurate, concise info.

  • @hcooper267
    @hcooper267 2 роки тому

    You are the best mechanic in the wold,I repaired my AC sistem watching your video and my ac work perfect.
    Thank you.

  • @qazqa5
    @qazqa5 5 місяців тому +1

    Well Chris, I’m doing this to my Ranger. I’m so thankful this knowledge is a direct transfer to my truck! I’m struggling of course with the rivets. I got one out after a few hours!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 місяців тому

      Glad the video was helpful and let me know how it goes!!!

  • @maxpickle355
    @maxpickle355 5 років тому +29

    Chris is like the 8th grade math teacher explaining hard things to make it easier for you.👍👍👍

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  5 років тому +2

      Exactly!

    • @nickelbraun5360
      @nickelbraun5360 5 років тому +1

      Except for a math teacher is a professional that has been trained.

  • @jonathangamboa6546
    @jonathangamboa6546 5 років тому +81

    I got off facetime with my girlfriend just to watch this video 😂😂

  • @Dave-lg5oz
    @Dave-lg5oz 2 роки тому

    Great work man, exactly what a repair should look like, bit more effort but 10x better final product, excellent job.

  • @damianjefferson1957
    @damianjefferson1957 3 роки тому

    This is hands down the best replacement video I've ever watched