Three Cars, Three SERIOUS Issues! Owners Left Stunned!

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  • Опубліковано 8 лип 2024
  • I have three cars in my shop right now that have three VERY serious problems. What do I find wrong on a 2007 Honda Accord, 2012 Lexus CT200h and a 2010 Mini Cooper S? The owners were shocked what I found was wrong. First CT200h video: • Lexus CT200h Making Re...
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  • @stealthfighter2923
    @stealthfighter2923 14 днів тому +204

    Tell the customer that if they pay for a valve inspection, you’ll throw in an adjustment for free. People love getting something for nothing

    • @w.e.s.
      @w.e.s. 14 днів тому +16

      I'm a mechanic but of another mechanic told me that I'd think they was being a smartass

    • @Vincent-ke5zn
      @Vincent-ke5zn 14 днів тому +6

      Good point

    • @mph5896
      @mph5896 14 днів тому +9

      Or just check it all, put it back together and tell them it needs an adjustment. x2 the price🤣

  • @matthewrooke386
    @matthewrooke386 13 днів тому +23

    ‘The cat is still there and hasn’t been traded for meth’ 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂hilarious comment wizard 😂

    • @2148aa
      @2148aa 13 днів тому

      That is so last year.

  • @briang70
    @briang70 14 днів тому +117

    "Get a Honda; not a Hyundai"... Best car advice ever!

    • @evelynsahoe8896
      @evelynsahoe8896 14 днів тому +5

      yea people always say German cars are designed to explode right when the warranty expires but that really is the case for Kia/Hyundai. I worked there for a month and I saw at least 5-6 cars around 100k with a blown motor or transmission. Whole year at BMW yet to see a ZF trans fail and only engine I've seen blow was a lube techs fault not the engines.

    • @robs_garage0278
      @robs_garage0278 14 днів тому +10

      The older Hyundai were pretty good cars around the 2010s is when they took a nose dive

    • @robs_garage0278
      @robs_garage0278 14 днів тому +1

      ​@Fghh108 Korean tires are pretty good along with Vietnam tires

    • @dmdmos
      @dmdmos 14 днів тому

      @@robs_garage0278 I Have purchased 3 of the 2010 Sonatas. The first my oldest killed by taking out a deer dead center and locked the motor up. It had about 180k which I put 80k. Currently my second which I paid 1400 is at 268k which I have done about 120k since I got it 4yrs ago. The only issues I had between the 2 is a starter, alternator and batteries, change oil every 5-7k miles using value oil. Bought the 3rd for my youngest daughter as it is a solid engine and know how long it can last. All that being said you are correct that everything after is trash.

    • @heathcuster6204
      @heathcuster6204 13 днів тому +1

      My Hyundai and Kia both run without issues. If you take care of it, it will take care of you

  • @paulfrompayroll
    @paulfrompayroll 14 днів тому +83

    the milf mobile sticker on that mini cooper tells you all you need to know

    • @duncan649
      @duncan649 13 днів тому +8

      Yeah, the Wizard is too much of a gentlemen to make a comment on that. Don't think Mrs W would be too happy if he did.

    • @dickfitzinya3082
      @dickfitzinya3082 11 днів тому

      @@duncan649The sticker was put there for Mrs W.

    • @kwilliams1958
      @kwilliams1958 11 днів тому +2

      I am more surprised Mrs. Wizard did not comment on it! They have great banter together!

  • @VorsprungDurchNik
    @VorsprungDurchNik 13 днів тому +13

    Thousands of Honda owners are now scratching their heads and saying, "We have to ADJUST our valves? Is that why my Honda sounds like a diesel?" 😂😂😂

  • @raymond_sycamore
    @raymond_sycamore 14 днів тому +130

    I drive a 2003 Pontiac Vibe (yes I know it's a Matrix, shut up) and I paid $1,400 for it two and a half years ago. No working AC, but otherwise it's great. Only been $600 in basic maintenance and repairs, all I've done myself.

    • @sunsetlights100
      @sunsetlights100 14 днів тому +4

      How many miles

    • @markiangooley
      @markiangooley 14 днів тому +36

      I had a chance at a Vibe some years ago and instead bought a PT Cruiser. About the same price. I made a huge mistake!

    • @geogmz8277
      @geogmz8277 14 днів тому +8

      It's just a Matrix tho...

    • @andrewwong3326
      @andrewwong3326 14 днів тому

      ​@@geogmz8277 It is a Corolla wagon, the best of both worlds!

    • @olebloom1641
      @olebloom1641 14 днів тому +8

      When folks ask me for reliable car recommendations I bring up the Vibe. It was made on the same line and they run forever. Not great fuel mpg but still great cars and can be cheaper than a Matrix usually.

  • @johnhermann762
    @johnhermann762 14 днів тому +86

    "MILF MOBILE" Window sticker; love it.

    • @TheOzthewiz
      @TheOzthewiz 14 днів тому +14

      We men of "distinction" approve!

    • @ddk80
      @ddk80 14 днів тому +22

      Need to see the driver to confirm the validity of the sticker

    • @uncleKai_SWW
      @uncleKai_SWW 13 днів тому +2

      Where can buy sticker

    • @mitchhedberg4415
      @mitchhedberg4415 13 днів тому +4

      @@ddk80
      I saw a plate that said "Hot Mom" and it was a pig

    • @OffGridInvestor
      @OffGridInvestor 12 днів тому +1

      ​@@mitchhedberg4415like here in Australia. You meet a 9/10 and they don't think they're pretty. You meet a 2 or 3 and they think theyre hot.

  • @waynekaminski5438
    @waynekaminski5438 13 днів тому +4

    Snappy slogan: "Get a Honda, not a Hyundai"!

    • @johnmadow5331
      @johnmadow5331 3 дні тому

      We have two accords with no issue compares to Buick Summerset (I called Sunset) that brought new but plagued with problems and we almost filed a lemon laws suite. We had issue with 3 US made cars that brought news and one used since 1980 and we terminated the love affair with US made car in 1985 with Honda and Toyota plus one Prizm that brought used during my employment depression.

  • @kenk7049
    @kenk7049 14 днів тому +25

    I don't send food back at restaurants either. :)

  • @Tenorio_Cavalcante
    @Tenorio_Cavalcante 13 днів тому +6

    Its always more expensive when it finally breaks

  • @allworldmusic8270
    @allworldmusic8270 14 днів тому +4

    A long time ago a second hand car could be reliable or easy to fix, not any more. I am amazed the Honda still needed to have it's valves adjusted.

  • @user-li1fi4qu5n
    @user-li1fi4qu5n 13 днів тому +3

    Mr. Car Wizard!! Just wanted to say I bought a 2000 Crown Victoria. $1,400, 167,000 miles, ac works, its a little beat up but yeah.

  • @jnljnl8485
    @jnljnl8485 14 днів тому +40

    He aint lying about people just driving junk untill it don't drive. I got a really cheap Eddie Bauer explorer that almost killed me on the way home. Every bushing and ball joint in the front end was completely clapped the tow adjusters were loose brakes completly gone at both ends the oil was chunky the first few changes. About 600$ in parts and a few afternoons cussing the new Mexico heat and ford engineering i trust it just enough to make it the dogs river run car.

    • @EthanHyland
      @EthanHyland 14 днів тому +2

      What model year? I drive my family's 1996 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer edition. Sure it is not in peak condition as it used to be used as a work truck, but we only got it for $200. It has somehow survived longer than some of the other used vehicles we had that we paid more for. My family drives a 2018 Ford Explorer XLT for the main vehicle.

    • @LiljamezZz
      @LiljamezZz 14 днів тому +2

      @@EthanHyland It was probably taken care of better

    • @evelynsahoe8896
      @evelynsahoe8896 14 днів тому +1

      we've all been there if we weren't born into wealth but ball joints and brakes are one of the few things you don't mess around with. Even when I could barely afford to put gas in my car I bit the bullet and charged some cheap ball joints on my credit card. One bad pothole with blown ball joints and you could lose a wheel and your life.

    • @EthanHyland
      @EthanHyland 14 днів тому +1

      @LiljamezZz We got it running better. It sounded a lot rougher when we got it. We got an oil change, a few new parts, and so new tires within a few years of getting it. We eventually need to fix the transmission and 2 of the brakes, but it still runs with the many, many miles that engine has traveled.

    • @davidbeckenbaugh9598
      @davidbeckenbaugh9598 14 днів тому +1

      A 'tow' adjuster?

  • @Crispychicken4u
    @Crispychicken4u 14 днів тому +102

    Comments on the MILF mobile sticker ..😮 ❤️ 😅

  • @ReverendBrown-d8f
    @ReverendBrown-d8f 13 днів тому +1

    YOU ROCK, TOTAL FANS OVER HERE IN ILLINOIS. KEEP UP THE HARD WORK AND THANKS AGAIN FOR TAKING TIME AWAY FROM YOU'RE VEHICLES (IM A CAR GUY TOO SO I KNOW HOW IT IS) TO MAKE THESE VIDEOS. THEY HAVE HELPED A NEW GENERATION- MY SON AND HIS FRIENDS LEARN HOW TO FIX THEY'RE CARS.

  • @w.e.s.
    @w.e.s. 14 днів тому +41

    Smoke machine :500 bucks
    Cheap cigar from the gas station: 1 dollar

    • @TheOzthewiz
      @TheOzthewiz 14 днів тому +8

      Great "tool" for checking on EVAP leaks! Scotty Kilmer would approve!!

    • @renj6531
      @renj6531 14 днів тому +3

      Col Hanibal Smith

    • @Mortalomena
      @Mortalomena 13 днів тому +3

      Always need one vaper in the shop to come blow some sick clouds into the intake XD

    • @w.e.s.
      @w.e.s. 13 днів тому +1

      @@Mortalomena i smoke and vape but I use starter fluid. I spray that stuff everywhere till the engine stutters and found it

  • @jeronronnunkoffunk4691
    @jeronronnunkoffunk4691 10 днів тому +1

    😂😂😅”well the cat is still there, it hasn’t been traded for meth” damn that line is epic!!!!

  • @johnmadow5331
    @johnmadow5331 3 дні тому +1

    During these days, the mechanic work on service advisor sales scams that based upon R&R (remove and replace) when the hoods is opened. I was told by service advisor to replaced the whole suspension and brake rotor when the mechanic round one of the knuckle during tire rotation that cost $1K for parts and labor. It took 10 minutes to brake the round knuckle and replaced it with OEM knuckle and cost $125.00 in other Asian shop!

  • @toomanymodz
    @toomanymodz 14 днів тому +24

    It's hard to find an honest shop. I once took my Jeep into a local shop to replace the pilot bushing. When I got it back, the steering wheel was crooked, the vehicle pulled to the right. I also noticed thick grease on the inside of the front rims. Long story short, they messed up the alignment, they took a knife and stabbed holes in the CV boots, and they also tried to tell me that it had an antifreeze leak and a power steering leak. All of which was a lie. BEWARE of local shops. I wish The Car Wizard was local to me.

    • @TheOzthewiz
      @TheOzthewiz 14 днів тому +2

      Unf**ken believable !!!!!

    • @Derek8487
      @Derek8487 12 днів тому

      I have a independent shop by me with affordable labor rates thank god.

    • @SnapRasta
      @SnapRasta 5 днів тому

      Yeah I am taking my SAAB 9-5 to a shop to get some repairs done since they are the only one around me that can service them. Luckily the service manager has been working on SAAB's for 25 years and he told me he will be doing the work on it. I agree it is hard ti find a good shop nowadays.

  • @Amored_Red_Ranger
    @Amored_Red_Ranger 14 днів тому +7

    Welcome back Jr. Mint. Grimes, I wish you well on your next journey.

  • @markaruski
    @markaruski 13 днів тому +4

    Car Wizard - "I want the tooth!"
    Mini Cooper used engine - "You can't handle the tooth!"

  • @winterburden
    @winterburden 14 днів тому +81

    i cut off my own catalytic converter and traded it for meth

  • @nismo2070
    @nismo2070 14 днів тому +16

    Every Honda I have had in for a valve adjustment had valve clearances that were too small. I've never had to tighten one. It's always crack the 10mm and back off the center screw about 1/2 turn. We pretty much recommend it if the vehicle is at 100k or more. I had one that was so bad, the intake valves weren't closing all the way because of the lack of clearance. Misfiring like mad. Another shop did ignition coils and fuel injectors but firing that parts cannon didn't fix it. Honda 3.5's are the worst for this in my experience.

    • @samholdsworth420
      @samholdsworth420 14 днів тому +1

      They always tighten up

    • @user-yc2oz8kc5k
      @user-yc2oz8kc5k 14 днів тому +2

      The V6 Accords have their issues. The 2.4 motors are better built.

    • @robertbell525
      @robertbell525 14 днів тому +3

      Because of timing belts and valve adjustments, Honda's are a no go for me. Why mess with it when you can get a Toyota and not worry about it.

    • @SamslamminCars
      @SamslamminCars 14 днів тому

      ​@@user-yc2oz8kc5kthe 3 & 3.2 V6 are better long-term over a k24.
      Definitely not inferior at the very least

    • @elmarko9051
      @elmarko9051 13 днів тому +1

      Only Honda I ever worked on was a relative's 05 Pilot...did the valve adjustment. Supposedly the dealer said is wasn't necessary, but this car always had a noticeable tick since new. After I was done, the tick was almost gone. I hug my GM's with hydraulic lifters, no adjustment needed...

  • @davidshettlesworth1442
    @davidshettlesworth1442 11 днів тому

    Thank you Car Wizard for an excellent video. It makes me appreciate my local auto repair shop. I have a new appreciation for what you and your mechanics have to deal with. Carry On.

  • @scott8919
    @scott8919 14 днів тому +6

    You telling me the MILF mobile has been around the block a few times? 11:00

  • @gregedmand9939
    @gregedmand9939 14 днів тому +2

    Knowing when to say "No!" is as important a practice for a shop to follow as saying "Yes!". Swearing off fiddling with 2nd hand engines that someone else has modified or repaired recently is a good place to start. If the customer then gives you the go ahead to do whatever is necessary that's a different story. Some people have to learn the hard way. 2nd hand engines are a nightmare.

  • @henrykim4230
    @henrykim4230 14 днів тому +2

    I remember Eric the Car Guy said valve adjustment is just cherry on top. It does not resolve on going issues with an engine.

  • @jimpie231
    @jimpie231 14 днів тому +5

    Good video! On my first Honda I replaced seals on the transmission. One was leaking, so I replaced them both. I purchased the seals at the local parts store. A month later they were leaking. These seals were cross referenced by the parts store. I purchased replacements at a Honda dealer and a month later they still weren’t leaking. I returned the seals from the parts store for a refund. I never made this mistake again, this was in 1996. I’ve always bought seals, o rings and the like parts at Honda, lesson learned.

    • @TheOzthewiz
      @TheOzthewiz 14 днів тому +1

      It's interesting that the parts store would take back parts that were INSTALLED (used)!

    • @robhood1167
      @robhood1167 14 днів тому

      @@TheOzthewizthey absolutely do. I have had to return several defective new parts over the years. One time I complained so hard that their ATF filter did not fit not only did they refund the price of the aftermarket filter, they also paid for the genuine part I bought at the dealer, plus the cost of the fluid. I was really pissed. It’s not easy to work laying on your back trying to install the part that is made incorrectly! Another time I installed an aftermarket steering pump that did not work. Then installed a genuine part and it was perfect.

    • @jimpie231
      @jimpie231 13 днів тому

      @@robhood1167 At 115,000 miles my 2009 Honda Crv power steering pump was making a screech or howl. I bought the “o” ring the dealer suggested and 6 pints of PS fluid. Jacked up the front (wheels off ground) and turned the wheel back and forth, engine off, and bleed out fluid out and put in new at same time (you can find this procedure on U tube). It was the wrong O ring, but I didn’t need it. After this, the noise was gone, I now have 140,000 miles and pump is still good.

    • @jimpie231
      @jimpie231 13 днів тому

      @@TheOzthewiz Because the part leaked and the Honda did not.

  • @ronaldcooper7609
    @ronaldcooper7609 14 днів тому +8

    That model Honda must use screws and lock nuts for the valve adjustment. Older Toyotas required the removal of the camshafts to change shims. In that case, I would imagine there would be an extra charge to make adjustments.

    • @TheOzthewiz
      @TheOzthewiz 14 днів тому +3

      The SAME set-up as on my 1975 Kawasaki Z1. Need to keep an assortment of "shims" in stock, but can "trade in" the ones you took out!

  • @RoadtoEcoEmpwmt
    @RoadtoEcoEmpwmt 14 днів тому +2

    I really wish I had gone to mechanic school like my dad. Everything you have said just makes sense. Thanks for sharing your knowledge on this channel.♥🎁

  • @glennbeadshaw727
    @glennbeadshaw727 14 днів тому +4

    Cannot always afford to fix what goes wrong straight away that's why preventive maintenance when you have the money to do preventive is the best policy

  • @Zeck88522
    @Zeck88522 14 днів тому +3

    I still prefer Toyota over Honda. I don't have to do timing belt, nor valve adjustment on Toyota. I own both Honda Pilot, Acura MDX Honda fit and on Toytota side Highlander. rav4 Corolla, Sienna. I love Toyotas

  • @darylkik6204
    @darylkik6204 13 днів тому +2

    Thanks, Wizzard. I enjoy your videos and being a car nut. Everything you recommend is common sense. I feel sorry for folks that have no clue.

  • @tonyInPA
    @tonyInPA 14 днів тому +2

    An older car that has good looking brake fluid (without new hydraulic parts) is a car that’s been taken care of. That’s an owner who is taking care of business.
    New parts are nice though.

  • @brandonmorris2513
    @brandonmorris2513 14 днів тому +6

    "MILF Mobile" I freaking love it.

    • @brian5o
      @brian5o 12 днів тому

      When I saw that sticker, I really started wondering what the owner looked like. I wish we had a picture.

  • @FrankInglese
    @FrankInglese 9 днів тому

    Mr. Wizard and Mrs. Wizard are incredibly genuine. My 9 year old son and I enjoy every video. Thank you for being original. Can't wait to receive your merch! Excellent work. Please keep it up. Hoovie is awesome too!

  • @Mr.Meme01
    @Mr.Meme01 14 днів тому +4

    Just went through the same Prius/CT headgasket job myself. Looks like you went about it a different way compared to how other shops/ dealers do it. Normally the exhaust manifold is bolted off and left in the car, and I'm not sure what that metal chain was in there for?
    I would recommend the tech refer to the Toyota service manual because sealant placement and the order in which things are put back together/torqued is extremely important.

    • @DanTheManIOM
      @DanTheManIOM 11 днів тому

      DId you notice how short that pathway was for coolant to reach the cylinder ? What, the guy who got fired from Subaru went to Toyota ??

  • @davekeller2798
    @davekeller2798 13 днів тому +1

    GREAT WORK WIZARD. ENJOY YOUR DEMONSTRATION AND EXPLANATION OF AUTO REPAIR

  • @vfr400r3l
    @vfr400r3l 14 днів тому +3

    In Ireland we jokingly say we love the misery and hardship. But I wouldn’t like big surprise big bills

  • @wotrulke5868
    @wotrulke5868 14 днів тому +10

    11:26 love the sticker on the back window 😳 #shocked

    • @TheOzthewiz
      @TheOzthewiz 14 днів тому +3

      We "Men of Distinction" approve that sticker!!

  • @darrellsaunders4267
    @darrellsaunders4267 14 днів тому +12

    That's better than when I bought a new Super Beetle in 1973 for $2604.00 and the valves need adjustment every 6000 miles.

    • @TheOzthewiz
      @TheOzthewiz 14 днів тому +2

      Volkswagen ALWAYS wanted to "KISS" in the Type 1.

    • @garrypritchard1658
      @garrypritchard1658 13 днів тому

      ​@@TheOzthewizI had a 1970 1500 beetle thay did the valves every service at least thay were correct and saved on valve train wear

    • @OffGridInvestor
      @OffGridInvestor 12 днів тому

      Still a very simple engine fortunately. But they have their niggles.

    • @FantaLaStrada
      @FantaLaStrada 11 днів тому

      very easy to do valve adjustments on beetles. The covers just have a latch to take them off. Just have to lie on your back to adjust them at home.

    • @FantaLaStrada
      @FantaLaStrada 11 днів тому

      @@garrypritchard1658 They probably just checked them because they usually don't need adjusting every oil change. That was a good shop because it takes at least 1/2 hour/maybe 15 minutes if you have two people doing the job even for an experienced mechanics because you have to keep on rotating the camshaft to get the feeler gauge in to check the clearances.

  • @Mindblazter80
    @Mindblazter80 14 днів тому +4

    I really like this channel. You really love to work and save all this cars. I love my work to (not mechanic) and when u love your work, u will do it right.

  • @martymiller4300
    @martymiller4300 13 днів тому +1

    The Honda engine is kind of a dinosaur and pretty unique among ‘solid lifter’ or ‘valve adjustment required’ engines in that medium is threaded adjusters. On an engine that uses variable thickness shims the procedure (and cost) for checking is very different than that of actually changing the clearance if it’s out of spec. Some variable thickness shim engines require removal of the camshafts to access the shims. So be careful when approaching the situation with your specific car. If the shop takes the valve cover off your Toyota and finds a tight valve the cost might triple.

  • @SteamEngine-zn1kl
    @SteamEngine-zn1kl 13 днів тому +1

    Timing chain, timing chain, timing chain, timing chain ! SNL skit from the seventies, with John Belushi and Bill Murray: Cheeseburger, cheeseburger, cheeseburger, cheeseburger !....

  • @MrFastFox666
    @MrFastFox666 14 днів тому +1

    One time I had a trans rebuild on an 06 Mazda 6. They were supposed to replace the rear main seal too since it was leaking, but it still leaked when we got the car back. I bet they were real happy to do that job a second time.

  • @wysetech2000
    @wysetech2000 10 днів тому

    I'm a 74yo retired Tech of 50+ years, and I owned several cars in my life but my costumers were still driving them. I, like yourself got smart and did like you did. Don't touch someone else's headache because you just unknowingly acquired another car, even if a tail light bulb burns out. It's always "it was fine before I brought it here". Some people have NO idea how difficult it is working on Cars for a living. There are so many ways a simple job can blow up in your face and most times it's not your fault. We only drove the car into the shop sometimes. I had an early 80s Civic for a simple oil change. I started the car and put it in reverse. I moved about 6 ft and the left axle broke in half. A fairly common issue on a Honda those days. Contacted the customer and he blew his cork. To make a long story short we replaced the axle for free and didn't break the bank, and told him to never return. We even showed him where the axle was almost rusted through under the rubber vibration dampener and he wouldn't even look at it. I could write a book, and maybe I will. 😁

  • @mikemayne001
    @mikemayne001 14 днів тому +4

    MILF Mobile on a Mini Cooper? Now I have seen it all! lol 😂

    • @brian5o
      @brian5o 12 днів тому

      Honestly, a Mini Cooper and Jeep Wrangler are probably the two cars I’d most expect to see a sticker like that on……. Okay, let’s make that 4- a non-V8 Mustang or Camaro, too.

  • @flymachine014
    @flymachine014 14 днів тому +1

    Love the K series engine, reliable, powerful and with good fuel economy with the bonus of being easy to work and mantain. My K24 on my Civic Si has 128k miles and I am keeping every maintenance up to date and doing preventative stuff as needed before it breaks. Only time it left me stranded the pilot bearing on the clutch failed.

  • @donpayton737
    @donpayton737 14 днів тому +5

    Single layer head gasket. Same issue that that one generation of Subaru non turbos had.

    • @MicMc539
      @MicMc539 12 днів тому

      2008 Forester and still waiting!

  • @jakedarang
    @jakedarang 13 днів тому +2

    The milf mobile sticker on the mini lol.

    • @brian5o
      @brian5o 12 днів тому

      I can almost picture the woman that drives it.

  • @davecarey7452
    @davecarey7452 10 днів тому

    Three serious issues indeed. Fortunately, Honda's are repairable. Unfortunately, the other two vehicles are more difficult to keep on the road. Your wealth of repair experience is appreciated by all of your subscribers for sure. Keep up the great work.

    • @williamegler8771
      @williamegler8771 8 днів тому

      Any vehicle is repairable if the parts are available and the owner is willing to do the work themselves or pay a mechanic

  • @Hypersquid98
    @Hypersquid98 13 днів тому +1

    Wizard, I saw timing chain, I immediately thought, I have a 7th generation honda accord, with a timing chain. Wasn't expecting to see another little 7th gen on this channel 😂
    Also, didn't make sense to me either why the customer would refuse an adjustment, when you also have to use a specified lash tool to check and adjust!

  • @Rundark-
    @Rundark- 14 днів тому +2

    Who else lost their shite when he said, "the catalytic converter hasn't been cut off and traded for meth!"? If he had said it 2 seconds earlier I would have been in the middle of sipping on some iced tea. And you know what that would have meant.🤣😂🤣

  • @lancezeigler2577
    @lancezeigler2577 13 днів тому +1

    I almost spit my coffee out when he talked about the cat on the honda 😅

  • @nightvisionnn909
    @nightvisionnn909 9 днів тому

    These kind of videos are so helpful as a service advisor

  • @jbrooker78
    @jbrooker78 12 днів тому

    Thank you for your advice, I punted my 2007 Mercedes GL 450 last year and replaced it with a 2017 Lexus GX 460. Couldn't be happier.

  • @Michael-yi4mc
    @Michael-yi4mc 14 днів тому +4

    You can’t neglect the OBD system. It’s not like the old cars before that era.

    • @TheOzthewiz
      @TheOzthewiz 14 днів тому +1

      Unless, it's JUST a loose gas cap!

  • @mhk67091
    @mhk67091 14 днів тому +5

    Exactly get a Honda not a Hyundai. 100 percent agree. People never listen oh the Honda is more. Yeah that’s for a reason because they are very reliable.

    • @TheOzthewiz
      @TheOzthewiz 14 днів тому +3

      Hyundai/Kia exist for the same reason (quality (?), lol) that "dollar" stores are so ubiquitous........CHEAP, CHEAP!!!

    • @robs_garage0278
      @robs_garage0278 14 днів тому +3

      90s and 00s Hyundais were pretty good just got to change the timing belt evey 80k and they ran forever in my 24 years of owning one

    • @petrosaguilar8916
      @petrosaguilar8916 11 днів тому

      ​@@robs_garage0278lol. They were junk too. When was the last time you saw a 90's Hyundai still driving??

  • @rosschamberlain1823
    @rosschamberlain1823 14 днів тому +2

    The head from that Lexus looks really rough on the mating surface. Check to see if Toyota has issued any TSBs for that. Been there seen that. Head gasket failures can occur because of that.

  • @houseofno
    @houseofno 14 днів тому +12

    Honda still using manual adjustable valves in 2007. Mind boggling. I am surprised it didn't come with an 8-track tape player or a CB radio.

    • @phillipsmith1489
      @phillipsmith1489 13 днів тому +3

      Wait til you find out about the latest Porsche GT3.

    • @dennislippert8875
      @dennislippert8875 13 днів тому +2

      Yeahbut... like that 240k '07, my 170k '06 was still singing like a sewing machine when I got bored with it. Don't know if the valves had ever been done prior to my purchase at 90k, but I never had 'em done. Meanwhile, a buddy's '22 Equinox is at the dealer waiting for a warranty-replacement engine...

    • @OffGridInvestor
      @OffGridInvestor 12 днів тому

      They just didn't choose those options

  • @jaurequi25
    @jaurequi25 14 днів тому +2

    I was looking for 3rd generation prius because it has a better look than the 1st and 2nd gen, but after doing a deep research on the 3rd gen and found the egr and head gasket problems decided for a 2nd gen.

  • @aaronscott2278
    @aaronscott2278 13 днів тому +1

    Most shops don’t even do head gaskets anymore since it’s such a liability shoot hard find shops rebuilding anything they all just want to get new and replace from engine to transmission

    • @DanTheManIOM
      @DanTheManIOM 11 днів тому

      and it costs so much, customers say, f it. Northstar was quoted at 6K, years ago, I saw a subie -dealer - 3K. Totally nuts since I can't spell ridiculous.

  • @createachanneltopost
    @createachanneltopost 14 днів тому +3

    could also be a broken or twisted camshaft. They may have set the timing correctly, but if the camshaft is twisted, you can still get a lean code.

    • @Czechbound
      @Czechbound 14 днів тому +3

      Never heard of a camshaft being twisted. Very interesting.

    • @MPMeterman
      @MPMeterman 14 днів тому +1

      With hollow cams being a thing that twist is unlikely

    • @pedlpower
      @pedlpower 12 днів тому

      Twisted camshaft? 🙄

  • @misterfeedback202
    @misterfeedback202 14 днів тому +2

    Thanks for the vehicle update in the last video.

  • @pudermcgavin4462
    @pudermcgavin4462 13 днів тому +1

    Also I feel this way about alignment checks just sell the alignment

  • @jestan01
    @jestan01 10 днів тому

    I’ve been watching his videos without subbing for a some time now, always enjoyed his content and information. I’m a car nut myself and also a Honda fan boy, still never subbed.. Until now! It was that “selling the cat for crack” that made me subscribe. Keep up the good work Mr. Wizard. I’d flatbed my 2020 Honda Passport to you from Philadelphia just so you can work on it if the need ever arose.

  • @Michael-yi4mc
    @Michael-yi4mc 14 днів тому +10

    Many cylinder heads can’t be machined now. You will have to buy a new head.

    • @TheOzthewiz
      @TheOzthewiz 14 днів тому +4

      Same with "turning" rotors. New rotors are cheaper AND THICKER!

    • @DanTheManIOM
      @DanTheManIOM 11 днів тому

      @@TheOzthewiz local o'reilly's said 40 dollars to turn, "we can charge pretty much whatever we want since no one else does them ?"...I said, no, no you can't because at 40 dollars, I can buy new ones from some where else.

  • @WhittyPics
    @WhittyPics 14 днів тому +2

    I wish you were in my neck of the woods. I would have you adjust the valves on my 09 CRV. I fear someone may do the job that don't know what they are doing.

  • @bobthrasher8226
    @bobthrasher8226 10 днів тому

    Some say Toyota timing chains don't wear out from normal wear. You check the colored links to see if the color is there to know if they're still good. If no color, replace, it's probably overheated.

  • @robertdiehl9003
    @robertdiehl9003 14 днів тому +3

    Pvc is vital to replace. Such an overlooked item

  • @banterdose650
    @banterdose650 14 днів тому +1

    im thinking to get a used mini countryman 1.6 non turbo (N18) for my daily drive around town. between a 2013 or 2014-2015 which is the better choice? thanks

  • @williammiller6043
    @williammiller6043 7 днів тому

    Informative and entertaining. Thank you

  • @stevengreco5897
    @stevengreco5897 13 днів тому +2

    Great channel Car Wizard!

  • @alexaldridge1704
    @alexaldridge1704 14 днів тому +3

    Have you ever thought about doing a “buy this, not that” video for classic cars?

  • @samkitty5894
    @samkitty5894 8 днів тому

    Every used car has a secret like these. No exceptions...No one sells dependable, reliable, fun to drive car.

  • @thebeddoctor4273
    @thebeddoctor4273 13 днів тому +1

    Geeze i need to take my car to you. I live in Omaha Nebraska and have a 2006 sienna with 255k miles. It has a clunk sometimes in the front end and a slight vibration on the highway. I have taken it to 5 shops including the dealership and everyone says its fine and cant find anything wrong with it. Its driving me crazy.

  • @blockpartyvintage1568
    @blockpartyvintage1568 14 днів тому +3

    Congrats on 1M

  • @reharris904
    @reharris904 14 днів тому +1

    Lol The Wizard said Mating surfaces and I knew what he meant 😂

    • @brian5o
      @brian5o 12 днів тому

      I have a feeling that the MILF with the Mini is very knowledgeable about mating surfaces, too. 😂😂😂

  • @bobtis
    @bobtis 14 днів тому +1

    I like this type of videos from you Mr. Wizard

  • @forextrader6038
    @forextrader6038 14 днів тому +3

    Mr. Wizard I would like to buy you a meal one day sir. Thank you for you educational videos kind sir

  • @mikefixescars
    @mikefixescars 10 днів тому

    Conversely, if it's hot and you're running the air conditioner a lot and there is no puddle under your car, that is a cause for concern

  • @dennisschmitter7310
    @dennisschmitter7310 12 днів тому

    I've made a lot of money doing timing chains on those mini coopers! I have to say they have been very good to me!

  • @nemanjaradisavljevic9983
    @nemanjaradisavljevic9983 12 днів тому +1

    Yeah, do your fixes on time, I could've had great trouble if I'd left my old A/C compressor in...

  • @Rangergeo85
    @Rangergeo85 14 днів тому +6

    I drive a 1993 buick lesabre with 210000 miles. Runs fine. Just redid the brakes.

    • @Fony_turgeson
      @Fony_turgeson 14 днів тому +2

      No one cares

    • @TheOzthewiz
      @TheOzthewiz 14 днів тому +3

      With the 3.8L OHV V6? Best engine EVER made!!!

    • @Rangergeo85
      @Rangergeo85 14 днів тому

      @Fony_turgeson you know comments helps his channel right? Shit talking like you just turns people away. Keep your negative shit to yourself. We know you hate yourself

  • @BocaAtractivo82
    @BocaAtractivo82 12 днів тому

    That decal on the Mini..."MILF Mobile" gave me a smile =P

  • @triatheletewolf7279
    @triatheletewolf7279 14 днів тому +1

    The Wizzard is lookin' slimmer!!!

  • @doctorryanmiescke
    @doctorryanmiescke 12 днів тому

    The bumper sticker on the mini.... bwa ha ha ha ha 😂

  • @radanovics
    @radanovics 12 днів тому

    Get that egr valve and cooler cleaned/replaced and the intake manifold. These parts need to be removed from the car and cleaned every 100k miles so they don't become clogged up and put pressure on the head gasket.

  • @azmike3572
    @azmike3572 14 днів тому

    Car Wizard forgot to set his phaser to "LIGHT stun"--no wonder the customer was left stunned more intensely!

  • @tripfall224
    @tripfall224 14 днів тому +1

    mini coopers have always been good boat anchors!!

  • @chevyvanngoghandfriends
    @chevyvanngoghandfriends 14 днів тому +6

    Man I wished I lived closer to you…

  • @TommyPickIes
    @TommyPickIes 13 днів тому +1

    Very cool videos!

  • @ronaldwarren5220
    @ronaldwarren5220 14 днів тому +2

    Great info

  • @dl33tc0dr6
    @dl33tc0dr6 День тому

    Does the 2007 accord V6 engine have the same valve adjustment requirements as the 4 cylinder?

  • @fyodor8008
    @fyodor8008 13 днів тому +1

    Anyone who asks you to open a car and check something out without expecting a full rebuild is an idiot. I've been that idiot. You gotta know when your motor is totaled and your valves are bent.

  • @malcolmpurdum5026
    @malcolmpurdum5026 13 днів тому +2

    Grimes is gone already?

  • @deanrhodenizer938
    @deanrhodenizer938 14 днів тому +7

    Bonnet because Mini is British.... Rolls Royce and Mini belong to BMW who makes this engine, Bentry belongs to Volkswagon.

    • @aliendroneservices6621
      @aliendroneservices6621 14 днів тому +1

      And *_Maybach_* is owned by Mercedes-Benz AG.

    • @MecanoDeLaCave
      @MecanoDeLaCave 14 днів тому +3

      To be exact, this engine is a half BMW, half PSA. So it's a bit French as well.

    • @TheOzthewiz
      @TheOzthewiz 14 днів тому +2

      BENTLEY ?

    • @deanrhodenizer938
      @deanrhodenizer938 14 днів тому

      @@TheOzthewiz oops, you are correct, of course, my apologies.

    • @marko7843
      @marko7843 13 днів тому +1

      I was just about to post the same thing! He doesn't have to call it a bonnet since it's owned by BMW...

  • @mikimiki195
    @mikimiki195 14 днів тому +1

    No need to replace chain and guides on that Lexus it’s just waste to replace it. I would put original parts back on 👍🏻

    • @georgebettiol8338
      @georgebettiol8338 14 днів тому +1

      In most cases I would opt to change the timing chain. However, I agree with your sentiment when considering Toyota chains - they are a robust design.

  • @billredding2000
    @billredding2000 13 днів тому

    My truck isn't that old but the 3-year factory/OEM warranty expired this past April. Concerned about any future expensive repairs, I went ahead and got an extended warranty (factory/OEM, not 3rd party/aftermarket) for 5 more years -- covered until April 2029. After that any serious/expensive repairs are on me. Smaller repairs would still be on me (my deductible is $100) but the really larger ones my wallet would find "inconvenient." ;-)
    -- BR

  • @ronaldspins
    @ronaldspins 14 днів тому +8

    @ 4:50 I laughed my ass off ... my cat got stolen and it cost me $2000.00 You made me laugh.... priceless

    • @fleurdewin7958
      @fleurdewin7958 14 днів тому

      Owh.. Not the type of cat that meows ? 🤣

    • @NoNo-iz8hd
      @NoNo-iz8hd 14 днів тому

      Chicago has a criminal centric Mayor Brandon Johnson that endorses this crime.

    • @TheOzthewiz
      @TheOzthewiz 14 днів тому

      That's a LOT of "crack"!lol