Here's How I Get My Cars to Last Over 400,000 Miles

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  • 3 Things That Will Make Your Car Last Forever, DIY life hack and car repair with Scotty Kilmer. Car life hacks. How to save thousands of dollars by not having to go to an auto mechanic for car repairs. How to fix cars. Expensive car repairs. Car hacks that will save you thousands in car repairs. 5 minute life hacks to make your car run as long as possible. How to tell if your car has a problem. Car maintenance tips. Car advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 54 years.
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  • @scottykilmer
    @scottykilmer  Рік тому +44

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    • @jerad4336
      @jerad4336 Рік тому +1

      Change oil every 6 months.

    • @jerad4336
      @jerad4336 Рік тому

      @Syst3M D3Cod3s water tends to mix with the oil over time so I recommend using cheap oil and change every 6 months.

    • @graysonbrom6284
      @graysonbrom6284 Рік тому

      Hey Scotty do you have any videos on how you diagnose a pre obd2 car?

    • @mightydanp
      @mightydanp Рік тому

      I have a hyundai ioniq 2019 and its coming to 100,000 what kind of maintenance should i do to it ?

    • @xxdeadxangelx6150
      @xxdeadxangelx6150 Рік тому

      Scotty can you tell me how to get rid of small amounts of mold out my convertables interior

  • @nottelling9472
    @nottelling9472 Рік тому +226

    Maintenance pays off. Bought a 2005 Buick Lesabre that had 38K miles on it. Now has 430K.

    • @ZEEKUPP
      @ZEEKUPP Рік тому +4

      Nice!

    • @gardnerberry113
      @gardnerberry113 Рік тому +18

      I always heard that 3800 engine was bullet-proof

    • @paulcoenen7918
      @paulcoenen7918 Рік тому +13

      @@gardnerberry113
      It was very good with great gas mileage.
      I heard they don't make it anymore.
      Makes perfect sense to GM.

    • @poopool_Q
      @poopool_Q Рік тому +9

      I dunno if you had the 3800 V6 but that engine is even known in the Honda world as the best engine GM ever made 😂

    • @nottelling9472
      @nottelling9472 Рік тому +3

      @@poopool_Q It does have the 3800 series 2. My brother used to work on cars. He told me the junk yards are full of them. Because they don't break. It's an amazing engine!

  • @naomisims7230
    @naomisims7230 Рік тому +120

    My dad made sure I maintained my cars well when he was still with us. You make me feel like he's still here in spirit & went back to school for updated knowledge to share.
    You're a GREAT teacher! Thanks so much for caring & sharing, Scotty. God bless & keep you.

    • @raven4k998
      @raven4k998 Рік тому +5

      yeah changing the oil every 6 months or 5k miles is better for their life span over the 10 k 1 year limit the dealers say to do it cause they just want your car worn out faster so they can sell you another simple

    • @kanyeeastlolz
      @kanyeeastlolz Рік тому +1

      God bless

    • @jaycarl1562
      @jaycarl1562 7 місяців тому +1

      My Dad taught me all I know too. Really Miss him!

    • @jamescorfield534
      @jamescorfield534 2 місяці тому

  • @Ed-ig7fj
    @Ed-ig7fj Рік тому +23

    I changed the gas cap on my wife's 2000 Taurus wagon and the check engine light went out immediately. It had been lit for over a year. If you had an emissions inspection coming up, you might try a little Vaseline around the gas cap gasket; that might do it. --Old Guy

  • @ZackAngelMusic
    @ZackAngelMusic Рік тому +99

    Bought a Grand Prix 2003 with 130k miles. I've watched so many car repair videos like Scotty's, and number one thing I've learned throughout the years is, your vehicle is one of your most important resources in life. I'm more than ever in keeping a vehicle maintained, reliable, ready to go, and never trying to put off needed maintenance for too long.
    I've changed my own transmission fluid, oil, coolant, brakes and rotors, electronic components, cosmetics, gaskets, thermostats, and other parts and now just know almost instinctively when certain things MUST be done and not have issues grow into huge problems

    • @iflareman241
      @iflareman241 Рік тому +12

      I love the gm w bodies!! 3800 engines and front wheel drive. Hands down, Best mid size cars ever.

    • @fivefortyeye540i
      @fivefortyeye540i Рік тому +6

      @@iflareman241 hell yeah! America's Toyota .. Very reliable with proper maintenance

    • @MrBluntNose
      @MrBluntNose Рік тому +3

      @@iflareman241 I've always dreamt of owning a LeSabre 😍. Maybe one day, if I go back to North America

  • @sdean4816
    @sdean4816 Рік тому +49

    Regular maintenance is the key. I have a 2010 Honda Insight which I bought new. It now has 180,000 miles on it. I change the transmission fluid every 30,000 miles , the oil every 6000 miles , the coolant every 3 years or so and the brake fluid every 3 years and the only problems the car has ever had is a tire pressure monitor sensor going bad and a fuse for the air conditioner blowing. Can’t get much better than that.

    • @478chris478
      @478chris478 Рік тому +5

      Ya but your driving a Honda insight

    • @DyslexicDonkey
      @DyslexicDonkey Рік тому +2

      Well it's a Honda so...

    • @renees8199
      @renees8199 4 дні тому

      I bought my Honda 2010 brand new too. Thank you for this helpful tips.

  • @brockbaker3able
    @brockbaker3able Рік тому +72

    I’m up to 322k on my 2010 focus. Just took a 1300 mile round trip to Tennessee. Oil change 5-7k miles with walmart synthetic and mobile 1 filters.

    • @halaheleu7013
      @halaheleu7013 Рік тому +9

      Got 260k on a focus zero repairs so far. Had it since new great car 40mpg runs great. Tell everyone if it was a corolla would have 500k on it by now.

    • @briangeeesq
      @briangeeesq Рік тому +5

      @Brock Baker : Does the car still have the original transmission?

    • @BigEightiesNewWave
      @BigEightiesNewWave Рік тому +4

      Those are great cars , 2010 not have the problematic dual-dry-clutch automatic. And you have the Duratec engine with metal timing chain , no VVT and you have port injection like mine. My 2002 Manual still runs great.

    • @amandeepbaa6978
      @amandeepbaa6978 Рік тому

      @@halaheleu7013 yes they do

    • @AG-kw7kw
      @AG-kw7kw Рік тому

      Have you changed the transmission fluid as well or just the oil??
      I need to stop changing oil at every 10k miles

  • @Robinhood179
    @Robinhood179 Рік тому +13

    96 Civic, bought used at 58,000 miles and now 282,000 miles and still cooking. Basically done all the work myself in videos like these. Thanks Scotty.

  • @tylersmith293
    @tylersmith293 Рік тому +61

    I’ve said it a thousand times. But I have a 2001 Tacoma with 430k. No major issues. Just regular maintenance and oil changes. Just love your Toyota.

    • @robertmaybeth3434
      @robertmaybeth3434 Рік тому +2

      How many valve jobs by now? I'm interested in which major parts you've replaced and how many times - 2 or 3 clutches at least?

    • @Thecelestial1
      @Thecelestial1 Рік тому +1

      That is insane! Nice work!

    • @toddbob55
      @toddbob55 Рік тому +1

      keep dreaming

    • @tymom9313
      @tymom9313 Рік тому

      👏

    • @tylersmith293
      @tylersmith293 Рік тому +6

      @@robertmaybeth3434 no valve jobs. Just oil changes. It’s an automatic. Alternator. Spark plugs. Timing belt. Noting major.

  • @xGR4Mx
    @xGR4Mx Рік тому +85

    You have inspired me to do my car repairs myself. Spent $400 on tools to do $1500 worth of repairs. wish me luck.

    • @mosthated8190
      @mosthated8190 Рік тому +16

      That’s the best thing to do. I just did the same. Purchased several hundred in tools and did thousands of dollars of repairs and maintenance on my own cars. Tools pretty much paid for themselves 3 times in the last month.

    • @austintomkewitz3981
      @austintomkewitz3981 Рік тому +4

      Just make the wrenches and sockets are the best fit on the bolts break the bolts with wrenches break everything free first then take the bolts off so they don't fight you always UA-cam it first so you have some sort of an idea what to do it's not easy but it is very rewarding good luck

    • @Jordan__Sloan
      @Jordan__Sloan Рік тому +7

      Be ware, I’ve been working on stuff my whole life, and currently do hvac work, and working on cars is one of the hardest things I’ve ever done. It’s always that one little thing you forgot to do that comes to bite you 2,000 miles later

    • @westhavenor9513
      @westhavenor9513 Рік тому +10

      @@Jordan__Sloan Yeah, aint that the truth! I ruined my car's engine when I was 17 by missing something. Now I'm pretty good at it (58 now). Do all my own repairs/maintenance of 4 cars and a motorcycle. I enjoy it, and save a lot of money.

    • @SaycoRa
      @SaycoRa Рік тому +2

      How did it go?

  • @420bigraider
    @420bigraider Рік тому +34

    Scotty, I can't tell you how many times I've recommended to my customers to watch your channel for information on vehicles. I've been a long time listener, thank you for all your work and advice. Look forward to all future videos to watch. "Daily viewer" lol.

  • @jchapman8248
    @jchapman8248 Рік тому +65

    Scotty, been following your channel for about five years, if not longer. I've gleaned valuable tips and knowledge to keep my '95 Ford Taurus (227,000+ miles) and my 2005 Nissan Murano (100k+ miles) humming along! Besides your sagely mechanical advise and DIY instructions, I get a big kick out of your goofy and well timed pop ups. The Al Capone pic and the shot up, bullet hole riddled car pic that popped up when you mentioned Chicago were outrageous! Props to whomever does the editing on your videos, Scotty. Bravo!

    • @rusty383
      @rusty383 Рік тому +2

      I Happen to like the Engine Cover! It keep your Engine for looking like a frinkin Plumber's night mare. Like a Ford. A lot of guys like to show them. Like me.

  • @justincase2281
    @justincase2281 Рік тому +25

    Preventive maintenance is KEY!! Another goodie by Scotty!!👍😁

  • @candicerenn4783
    @candicerenn4783 Рік тому +6

    I wish I had someone like Scotty living closer to me. Mechanic’s in my area suck! Everyone of them keeps telling me I have to go to the dealership to get my problem fixed. They don’t deal with that problem.

  • @dinodemauro4855
    @dinodemauro4855 Рік тому +19

    Thanks Scotty for your generosity in sharing your genius maintenance tips conveyed with enjoyable quips of sarcasm and humor, keep on "Revving and Rocking" respectfully yours, Dino

  • @jameshyde1501
    @jameshyde1501 Рік тому +9

    Love! your candor on the subject of Cars and what is kept "Unrevealed" to the customer! Your Honesty is Your Strength!

  • @middleschoolteachers7866
    @middleschoolteachers7866 11 місяців тому +1

    I believe 300,000 miles is possible on just about any decent car brand with routine maintenance and what I call " fluid watch" to catch any fluid leaks or low conditions quickly: air pressure, oil, tranny fluid, brake fluid, power steering fluid, coolant, etc. Basic knowledge of this is a must for any young driver especially.

  • @NealHartsChannel
    @NealHartsChannel Рік тому +33

    Another great video! I wish there were more people like Scotty in this world!

    • @stevemorlock5366
      @stevemorlock5366 Рік тому +1

      Scotty for president! Seriously he has more sense than any politician I've ever seen.

  • @OpoSai
    @OpoSai Рік тому +17

    So satisfying to watch someone who knows what he's doing

  • @ShiftyLizardStore
    @ShiftyLizardStore Рік тому +3

    Very few people care about the tire gauge sensors, I would never pay to have them fixed, it’s called a tire gauge.

  • @ryanneal7491
    @ryanneal7491 Рік тому +9

    They don't want them to last no money in it. I've been a fleet mechanic on semis for 10 years now. We had a volvo d12 engine with 2.2 million miles. Head was never removed. Injectors and turbo was the only major repairs. No reason why a car shouldn't be able to go a million miles without a rebuild. We have the technology to do it.

    • @stevenkunkle3857
      @stevenkunkle3857 Рік тому

      No reason? Have you seen the way most people drive? Have you seen the way most people maintain their cars? One in five Americans does the required, scheduled maintenance. That means 80%+ of the cars on the road are being abused and neglected.

  • @michaelloach9461
    @michaelloach9461 Рік тому +3

    Brilliant! Thanks for reminding me to change the power steering fluid. Wishing you all the best Scotty.

  • @ronrichmond4694
    @ronrichmond4694 Рік тому +7

    Scotty you are a HOOT to watch! Loved the "sealed for your protection" then your "I think it's sealed for your annoyance!" 😂
    Hod bless you Scotty

  • @chriskourlos4407
    @chriskourlos4407 Рік тому +6

    Love your rant. Learning alot!!! Scott is a natural! If it ain't broke, do not fix it!!!

  • @Vincent-ke5zn
    @Vincent-ke5zn Рік тому +23

    I've got 272k miles on my Ford Focus, I've got a great shop I go to for normal maintenance and repairs, they are very good technicians and very honest

    • @Speedslip-bq2gk
      @Speedslip-bq2gk 9 місяців тому

      Whay year, some years good, some so-so...thanxs!

    • @Vincent-ke5zn
      @Vincent-ke5zn 9 місяців тому

      @@Speedslip-bq2gk 2007 5 speed manual transmission

  • @BigEightiesNewWave
    @BigEightiesNewWave Рік тому +9

    I did the power steering fluid transfusion like 5x on my 2002 Focus just to be safe. It had some stop leak in it too. Never made noise but it's 21 yrs. old.

  • @ArnoldsDesign
    @ArnoldsDesign Рік тому +5

    Buicks are great cars. My parents had several. They never really had any reliability issues. Minor stuff sometimes. My mom has a 2000 Buick Lesabre now with about 120,000 miles. Runs great, and she wants to keep it, but rust is having its way with it here in the northeast.

  • @josephtaylor5909
    @josephtaylor5909 Рік тому +27

    I continue to be excited and amazed at Scotty just leading us into clarity with automotive maintenance 👏👍💪 I truly think he should be in charge of America's department of transportation and the NHTSA national highway traffic safety admin. he knows more than they do and won't lie to us as politicians always do.

  • @BrotherKyler
    @BrotherKyler Рік тому +20

    320,000 miles on my F-150, still purrs like a kitten! Proper maintenance is key, and is so often neglected!

  • @quigleyclampett6132
    @quigleyclampett6132 Рік тому +2

    Scotty I have taken your advice and I have saved me and my family 10’s of thousands of dollars! Thank you and have thanksgiving from Arkansas!

  • @LarryVanz
    @LarryVanz Рік тому +45

    I use the synthetic oil 5W30 from Costco. I don't go for fancy oil like Royal Purple because it's way too expensive and I know it's high performance and better than the one I use but it costs up to three times and I'm pretty sure it's not three times better.
    So I stick with the Costco synthetic oil and a bosh filter for synthetic oil every 4-5k miles.
    I also clean the throttle body which it's pretty easy, spray MAF sensor and replace air filter if needed.
    Thanks to Scotty, I do all of this myself not to save money but to make sure it gets the oil and parts I want and to make sure it's well done. I don't trust shops anymore.

    • @BigEightiesNewWave
      @BigEightiesNewWave Рік тому

      A lot of the OTC medications like nasal spray I get at Costco are like 4-5x cheaper than even Walmart. The water pitcher filters I got were like 2.5x cheaper than even Walmart.

    • @pauljnolan1000
      @pauljnolan1000 Рік тому +2

      @@BigEightiesNewWave There is no such thing as "times cheaper." "Times" is a multiple. Unless you're multiplying by a fraction, multiplication makes the product LARGER! Get right by using %smaller or %cheaper. Of course, you'll need to know how to figure that correctly.

    • @robertwessel6409
      @robertwessel6409 Рік тому

      I bought Costco oil last year at $23. Now it's $38

    • @anonymike8280
      @anonymike8280 Рік тому +1

      @@pauljnolan1000 We don't need your kind in this saloon. Move on, stranger.

    • @timothykeith1367
      @timothykeith1367 Рік тому +2

      Walmart Super-Tech full-synthetic is good for me. I save my used oil as I have uses for it.

  • @mdcollins3806
    @mdcollins3806 Рік тому +4

    Maintenance goes along way!!!! Agree 100% !!

  • @e2m514
    @e2m514 Рік тому +12

    Scotty you’re my Honorary Grandpa

  • @georgevue8175
    @georgevue8175 Рік тому +3

    In the northeast rust is the #1 car destroyer. An annual coating of Woolswax and/or Fluidfilm will stop the rust. I use the thicker Woolswax underneath & the thinner Fluidfilm inside the body panels.

  • @clydebethatway7485
    @clydebethatway7485 Рік тому +1

    I old mechanic in Chicago showed me this trick. And then he shows a picture of Al Capone. Absolutely hilarious Scotty.

  • @saltyapostle44
    @saltyapostle44 Рік тому +4

    Wow - Scotty is so cool all the leaves have already fallen off the trees around him!

  • @Code.Name.V
    @Code.Name.V Рік тому +4

    Well spoken Daniel Hernandez. I bought a 1979 VW Rabbit with 159000 miles on it sold it with 375000 miles on it. Ran like a top. Bought an 82 VW Scirocco with 120000 on it, sold it with 288000. It to ran like a top. From what I understand, both vehicles eventually succumbed to rust after 500,000 miles.

  • @brandonstclair6530
    @brandonstclair6530 Рік тому +18

    My 2006 Tundra was getting a miss under load, but it had no codes. I replaced the spark plugs and the problem went away completely.

  • @raptormx9502
    @raptormx9502 Рік тому +2

    Gotta love this guy! Very helpful video Scotty

  • @mikerotchburns42069
    @mikerotchburns42069 Рік тому +21

    As a hobbyist, I got my first scan tool a few months ago to fix a problem with SAS. Best decision ever. It helped me to familiarize myself with all the different car systems, and I’m now much more confident after fixes when I can see live data.

    • @Bob-of-Zoid
      @Bob-of-Zoid Рік тому

      Your crotch burns? I think they make some kind of ointment for that.

    • @carlovanrijk4039
      @carlovanrijk4039 Рік тому +3

      Mike Rotch Burns, what scan tool did you get? I’m currently in the market for a late model used car (within the last 4-5 years). Wanting a scan tool to pre-purchase check out the condition of the car. Thanks.

    • @mikerotchburns42069
      @mikerotchburns42069 Рік тому +6

      @@carlovanrijk4039 FOXWELL OBD2 Scanner NT624

    • @carlovanrijk4039
      @carlovanrijk4039 Рік тому +3

      @@mikerotchburns42069 thanks so much! 😃👍🏼

  • @Ivan-qq6dj
    @Ivan-qq6dj Рік тому

    I always watched your video on UA-cam you’re very professional thank you all the time for being there for those who watch your video

  • @SuperOverlord666
    @SuperOverlord666 Рік тому +11

    My whip is a 2001 new beetle... 329,000 miles and counting.. just take good care of your car.. I’ve done all the work myself.. learned some things.. but absolutely worth it... 😁👍

    • @shaunbava1801
      @shaunbava1801 Рік тому

      @@hunterpinson807 that's miraculous, VW's of that vintage tend to have timing chain failure way before 300k miles, the parts are cheap plastic. He must have gotten a good one, maintenance is actually why Toyotas are considered so much more reliable than other cars. Toyota owners tend to be fanatical about maintenance where as most VW's are abused and even VW's maintenance requirements are suspect with 12k oil changes, etc

    • @SuperOverlord666
      @SuperOverlord666 Рік тому

      330,000 miles now... in the next couple months Bugous is getting new valve stem seals, a fresh head gasket and a good looking over of its guts.. doesn’t matter if it’s a vw or a Toyota (I had an 85 celica gts) or a garbage fiat (lol) if you are handy with tools and know how to read, you can make any car last.. just take care of it.. clean it, change oil, listen when it ticks or thumps and don’t ignore it..

  • @Nick41622
    @Nick41622 Рік тому +197

    I love how Scotty always sends the beauty cover flying.🤣

    • @jerrodrollins1509
      @jerrodrollins1509 Рік тому +10

      I know, right!? Bahahaha!!🤣

    • @frankharley1000
      @frankharley1000 Рік тому +7

      🤣😁😄

    • @darthganu
      @darthganu Рік тому +14

      I cringe when the cover hits the concrete. 😂

    • @Roller-01
      @Roller-01 Рік тому +7

      I do the same thing ... I don't put them back on either...lightweight,high-speed lol

    • @Nick41622
      @Nick41622 Рік тому +5

      @@Roller-01 yes, mine is off to, I don't like it. 👍

  • @rob5944
    @rob5944 Рік тому +5

    The power steering fluid is a new one on me, might change mine now.👍

  • @sparkystours
    @sparkystours Рік тому

    Scott glad I found your site you make everything very simple
    Thanks a lot.....Miles

  • @rickalling2535
    @rickalling2535 Рік тому +7

    Don't forget to change the cabin air filter too!!

  • @DaveyDave1050
    @DaveyDave1050 Рік тому

    I been using that Lubegard synthetic power steering fluid in all my cars for years! Lubegard makes excellent fluids.

  • @dtna
    @dtna Рік тому +4

    A GM Buick lasting that long? OMG! The '69 Eldorado, '69 Lincoln Mk III, '65 Buick Riviera and '69 Z-28 Camaro were my favorite cars when I was a kid. My uncle knew Harley Earl in the 1930's when Harley was a coach builder in Pasadena, CA before becoming the head of design for GM.

  • @ChevyCitation
    @ChevyCitation Рік тому +11

    At 0:37 Like how the Rav-4 owner uses Trip-B to monitor the Engine Oil

    • @Mr18000rpm
      @Mr18000rpm Рік тому +4

      I do that as well

    • @rival989
      @rival989 Рік тому +1

      I honestly thought that's what it was for when you had trip A and trip B I thought one was for monitoring your oil at least that's what I was taught when I was young

    • @missythedog4558
      @missythedog4558 Рік тому +1

      I just use trip A haha

    • @jimmorrison5144
      @jimmorrison5144 Рік тому +2

      I do as well,,trip A keeps track of liters of fuel per tank

  • @proudtexan5513
    @proudtexan5513 Рік тому

    Scotty, great tip on power steering fluid!!!

  • @mojo331
    @mojo331 Рік тому +2

    Instead paying £40 for a new gas cap from the dealer just replace the o-ring for 50p. Just measure the original o ring and get a new one.

  • @damianpasour
    @damianpasour Рік тому +5

    Hey Scotty hope your doing great happy Thursday thanks for all your help!

    • @scottykilmer
      @scottykilmer  Рік тому +6

      Happy Thursday!

    • @llorenc6365
      @llorenc6365 Рік тому +3

      @@scottykilmer very useful your videos scotty thank you so much

  • @mikehenthorn976
    @mikehenthorn976 Рік тому

    Thank you Scotty, love your videos, great Job!!

  • @67BAMO
    @67BAMO Рік тому +60

    Hey Scotty!!
    I had a 2018 Honda Civic with the 1.5 L turbo. Within 1000 miles, the oil was dirty and it would be above the full line on the dipstick. I watched your videos on that subject. So I recently traded it in on a 2022 Honda Civic with the 2.0 L naturally aspirated engine. Oil looked brand new after the first thousand miles and it was right where it needed to be on the dipstick. Thanks!!!

    • @BigEightiesNewWave
      @BigEightiesNewWave Рік тому +5

      That's sad about Honda putting out these oil-dilution engines.

    • @angelgjr1999
      @angelgjr1999 Рік тому +6

      Use real oil. Not that watered down 0W

    • @wiz4020
      @wiz4020 Рік тому +3

      I bought a Chevy pickup years ago, I put 500 miles on it, then changed the break-in oil, which they did recommend. I changed the oil myself aprox. Every 5,000 miles. Put over 300,000 miles on it the engine still runs. I would definitely change the oil if you haven't already. Get rid of the break-in oil.

    • @overseasterritory8983
      @overseasterritory8983 Рік тому +6

      You could’ve just switched to 0w-16 oil and it would have most likely fixed the oil dilution as Scotty has shown in pervious videos, but the 2.0l is a good choice either way

    • @robertmaybeth3434
      @robertmaybeth3434 Рік тому +1

      @@wiz4020 They don't use break-in oil, it's the exact same stuff you get from a 50 gallon drum at a jiffy lube.

  • @SergioJoelLeivaBenegas
    @SergioJoelLeivaBenegas Рік тому

    Awesome! Makes it look so easy!

  • @Themnotme23
    @Themnotme23 Рік тому +4

    Right on the money I thank you so much I have a Honda and the power steering fluid looks like it's almost black I just bought it and I was wondering how do I get the old fluid out and flush it and you just told me how I thank you so much Scotty.

    • @martinradtke5181
      @martinradtke5181 Рік тому +1

      Use a Turkey Bastet with clear hose extension. Suction out what you can and refill it. Repeat every 2 yrs and you’ll be fine.

  • @curtesamoangelos5995
    @curtesamoangelos5995 Рік тому

    Great video as usual. Thanks!

  • @markpell5654
    @markpell5654 Рік тому

    My 03 focus is at 311k miles thanks to tips from you Scotty. Thanks

  • @josepharmato8032
    @josepharmato8032 Рік тому +1

    I have a 13 RAV4. Great Japan built car. Thanks for the video.

  • @paulromsky9527
    @paulromsky9527 Рік тому +1

    At 17:27 I love how you show those water balloons sealed in blue plastic when you mentioned, "sealed for your protection"... funny.

  • @fightgarr
    @fightgarr Рік тому

    Love the videos and advice! Also love the Canadian tuxedo

  • @FaithisKey792
    @FaithisKey792 Рік тому

    Is the everything is seal for your protection image, xxx protection from the 50’s 😂😂.
    Great video Scotty. Another gem from you sir. God bless you all.

  • @watchinyoutube8919
    @watchinyoutube8919 Рік тому +8

    I love how he knows the exact foot - pound of torque for the plugs but he just knows it by feel

    • @bcole3442
      @bcole3442 Рік тому +2

      Scotty is a pro.

    • @martinradtke5181
      @martinradtke5181 Рік тому +2

      Torque wrench 🔧 is best BUT most v6 engines you can’t use it on rear plugs! Old school “feel” & experience when torquing plugs is necessary. Us old guys can feel when spark plug washer us compressed.

  • @andynormand8084
    @andynormand8084 Рік тому +2

    Gross EVAP leaks can also be caused by a faulty EVAP Canister Purge Valve (common with Fords). They get stuck open and allow tank pressure to vent which will set the gross leak code. Replaced a lot of those over the years.

  • @xswagcatx6303
    @xswagcatx6303 Рік тому +11

    Yes! 20 minutes of entertainment.

  • @valeriejensen983
    @valeriejensen983 Рік тому

    Fantastic video SCOTTY♥️💯👍

  • @alonguanama
    @alonguanama Рік тому

    Can't stop listening this song. Greetings from Florida!

  • @markyoung1750
    @markyoung1750 Рік тому +22

    Hey Scotty been using mostly Walmart Super tech full synthetic since I bought my 09 Mazda 5 in 2016 with 106,000 , definitely a daily driver with my courier job , I'm at 519,000 now !!! Hard telling when it's gonna die 😉😉, still getting mid to upper 30s mpg during the summer months , change oil as close as I can every 7000

    • @VesproDBA
      @VesproDBA Рік тому +4

      exceptional!

    • @senseisambo
      @senseisambo Рік тому +1

      What engine is in that? 2.0?

    • @markyoung1750
      @markyoung1750 Рік тому +1

      @@senseisambo it's a 2.3

    • @TheBenjammin
      @TheBenjammin Рік тому

      Dang man, you've gotten your money's worth out of that car for sure lol.

    • @markyoung1750
      @markyoung1750 Рік тому

      @@TheBenjammin Yeah , it's at 536,000 & counting now

  • @leannecrawford4701
    @leannecrawford4701 Рік тому

    Great 👍 👌 video as always.

  • @MyLifeThai371
    @MyLifeThai371 Рік тому +5

    My co-worker had 335,000 miles on his 2005 Nissan Altima automatic, without sticking any money into it, other than oil changes every 3000 miles and changing the transmission fluid every 50,000 miles.

    • @timetowakeup6302
      @timetowakeup6302 Рік тому +1

      Back when Nissan's were still built with quality parts. They went downhill after 2005.

    • @MyLifeThai371
      @MyLifeThai371 Рік тому +1

      @@timetowakeup6302 in 2005 his did not have the dreaded cvt transmission

  • @joet4806
    @joet4806 Рік тому

    Scotty, Thank you for making this video.

  • @garyh.7282
    @garyh.7282 Рік тому

    Timing chains are stretching will turn on lite soon time to trade. There is a filter in the return hose that is starting to plug. GM fluid is synthetic.

  • @arigyerodney2771
    @arigyerodney2771 Рік тому

    Nice tutorial.... Very helpful

  • @troy9er
    @troy9er Рік тому

    Scotty with pears of Wisdom! Thanks Scotty!😉

  • @arenmoore2516
    @arenmoore2516 Рік тому

    I don't say "GOAT" as a habit, but this is the GOAT with another banger.
    Mr. Kilmer, that is really cool you are in Clarksville. Nashville boy here. I'll have to look you up and come learn a thing or two someday!

  • @serene786
    @serene786 Рік тому

    Love your vidoes Scotty.

  • @williamtukeyjr3661
    @williamtukeyjr3661 Рік тому

    Thank you, Scotty.

  • @jondoe4667
    @jondoe4667 Рік тому +3

    Do your oil changes and maintenance regularly and on time, and don't beat on it when you are driving.

  • @anthonyholleran9378
    @anthonyholleran9378 Рік тому +11

    "Uncle Scotty!" You'd absolutely love my little Ford Ranger pickup truck, going on 215,000 miles and it looks and drives like it was new. I keep it oil sprayed so that the oxidation doesn't get to it! 😊

    • @brucejones2354
      @brucejones2354 Рік тому +4

      I had a '94 Ranger pickup. Went through 3 teenage boys, bought it from my neighbor with 99,600 miles, sold it with313,000 plus miles. Replaced starter, alternator, u joints, and the water pump just before I sold it to my son for his business. He sold it to one of his employees a couple of years later. It was still running when the employee moved to another state. It's amazing how long an automobile will last when you take care of it.
      Oh, by the way, my 2000 Freightliner is still going. Replaced one rearend this week, not bad considering it ran 2,142,000 plus miles and will be going back to work on Monday.

    • @anthonyholleran9378
      @anthonyholleran9378 Рік тому +1

      @@brucejones2354 "Built Ford Tough!" And that Freightliner, WOW! "A Christopher Walken style, WOW!"

  • @jamescrooks1353
    @jamescrooks1353 Рік тому +2

    Best car maintenance advice ever.

    • @michaelcesco2970
      @michaelcesco2970 Рік тому

      Scotty, thanks so much for your videos ! You tell us stuff we need to know to keep us on top of our vehicles. Things mechanics don't want us to know so we can keep running to them fattening thier bank accounts. Can't really blame them, but don't stuff your pockets on our lack of knowledge !

  • @thec130side
    @thec130side Рік тому +1

    The plugs come with directions: exactly how Scotty did it. 80k is usually the change interval.

  • @leighclaude
    @leighclaude Рік тому

    Thanks Scotty👍🏼

  • @hvega8199
    @hvega8199 Рік тому +6

    Step 1
    Get a Toyota.
    I finely picked up a pair last year.
    Tundra CM 4wd
    Rav4 awd.
    Coming from chevys 👎🏽

  • @Nobody1975JM
    @Nobody1975JM Рік тому

    I enjoyed this one. Most newer uploads not so much.

  • @tommybounds3220
    @tommybounds3220 Рік тому

    Thank you for the video.

  • @Johnny53kgb-nsa
    @Johnny53kgb-nsa Рік тому

    I could pump out brake fluid in a similar manner as the power steering fluid also? Thank you! I enjoy your video's.

  • @Mr18000rpm
    @Mr18000rpm Рік тому

    Hello Scotty from Toronto Canada.

  • @HotRod-wv4vm
    @HotRod-wv4vm Рік тому +2

    Scotty sporting his mechanic duds

  • @bringforthtruth
    @bringforthtruth Рік тому

    I love his little "uuh" when he struggles on bolts.

  • @James-nq3en
    @James-nq3en Рік тому

    Love your videos you're awesome thank you!!!****

  • @danielhernandez7684
    @danielhernandez7684 Рік тому +446

    Hey Scotty. Seriously! I’ve had cars that I’ve run 200,000 , 300,000, and 400,000 miles. The secret? Just do the normal maintenance. I’ve been known to change oil at 3000 miles. I can feel it. The oil I’ve used? Mobile 1 , penzoil, and Quaker state. Please, keep your receipts! If you don’t believe me, we’ll fine!! Who cares!

    • @oreally8605
      @oreally8605 Рік тому +30

      Mobil 1 = expensive

    • @thesamsquatch5224
      @thesamsquatch5224 Рік тому +54

      I've used mobile one, pennzoil, castrol mainly whatever is reasonably priced but regular maintenance absolutely

    • @bobmosley1043
      @bobmosley1043 Рік тому +3

      @@thesamsquatch5224 j. $

    • @ytr8989
      @ytr8989 Рік тому +31

      With the modern cars you can go 5,000 mlies

    • @Nick41622
      @Nick41622 Рік тому +17

      Then you are wasting oil.

  • @jeffgrantIS350
    @jeffgrantIS350 Рік тому +4

    Hello Scotty from Mooresville NC USA

  • @davidmckinney6577
    @davidmckinney6577 Рік тому

    I've got a 02 dodge ram 1500 truck 4.7 liter and it's got 397000 miles on it and still runs good I've always used mobil 1 fully synthetic 5w-30

  • @mikemorgan4280
    @mikemorgan4280 Рік тому

    Great videos.

  • @lightningsmokerXx
    @lightningsmokerXx Рік тому

    16:26 - If anyone reading the comments has a really noisy power steering system -- you might
    try Amsoil's Synthetic Transmisison Fluid that meets your power steering spec ( ie Mercon V, ATF+4 , etc ) or The Amsoil Specifically named Power Steering Fluid that meets your cars power steering fluid spec (ie Nissan PSF etc ) . That oil has PAO in it and is considered a group 4 synthetic oil, so in short it is generally superior to the group 3 hydrocracked synthetic oil, and definitely superior to conventional oil. I hear alot of people say they used Amsoil in a pump that had a lot of noise and it quieted up pretty good. I switched both our cars over to it, mine uses Transmission Fluid as power steering fluid , so i just matched the right Amsoil transmission fluid to the right spec. But otherwise scotty is correct, get anything that says Synthetic over conventional if you can, the power steering system can use all the help it can get.

  • @richlethal776
    @richlethal776 Рік тому

    Hi Scotty. I'm from the UK and wanted to know if the fully synthetic power steering fluid is okay to use on a 2004 Subaru Impreza WRX, cheers.

  • @faradaysage15
    @faradaysage15 Рік тому +2

    what Scotty isn't really telling you is that with the OBD1 system, it doesn't spoon feed you the information. it might give you a code in the 30s for an OBD1 system for Ford which has to do with the EGR system but it doesn't mean it's the valve.

  • @spiritseeker1932
    @spiritseeker1932 Рік тому +5

    They’ll never be another Scotty! 😊 you are so much knowledge. I have learned so much from you through the years and saved a this single gal with not much $$. Loved doing the work. Your such a great person! Helped so many people. love you Scotty your the best! 👍🏼🦾
    Oh, my Honda CR-V bought at 114k. Now has 150k. I did everything you mentioned to do in your videos and cvr pursssss like a kitten. 😉 Thank you Scotty..👍🏼😀

  • @addiemaysonet1
    @addiemaysonet1 Рік тому +4

    Why couldn't there be mechanics like you every where?! I youtube videos on the vehicle I'm driving and see what I can do myself. Anything else goes to the mechanics. But it's hard to find a good mechanic that is not going to take advantage of you. I have to take my brother with me to take my vehicle in. Smh.

  • @charlie225
    @charlie225 Рік тому +2

    Good evening scotty, be well!😉