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Welcome to Sal the rookie’s channel.

Sal is a simple guy with limited experience in car repairing and is trying to learn something new and bring some fun to your screen. Let’s be honest, you do not need any background in car mechanics, electrical, or paint and bodywork. All you need is the will to try and some support from people you do not know who share the same passion 😊.

Thank you for tuning into my channel as I walk the long path of car fixing, trouble shooting, and lots and lots of unknowns. Yes, this journey will probably involve more car breaking than fixing.
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@carlyturner-z6j
@carlyturner-z6j 6 дней назад
Do all BMW have the same process to replace the washer motor ? looks hands on
@carlyturner-z6j
@carlyturner-z6j 6 дней назад
does your fog lights have ballast ? this might be faulty and throwing the code
@TioletPrelude
@TioletPrelude 7 дней назад
Tengo un Honda prelude doble carburador cómo lo transformó uno solo
@saltherookie
@saltherookie 6 дней назад
which year it yours ? I think both are same engine.
@mitchelhardy
@mitchelhardy 12 дней назад
check the fluid . if it works and stops, you might have leak or need top up. at least, you got the trunk to open
@saltherookie
@saltherookie 6 дней назад
true that. I sure do have a leak.
@mitchelhardy
@mitchelhardy 12 дней назад
the blinker housing completes the electrical circuit FYI. one good thing BMW did :). another good thing, the steering cover. you dont have to remove the airbag is really something good. what you know, they know their shit loll
@saltherookie
@saltherookie 6 дней назад
yeah did not expect that myself. less work loll
@EmilyHarris-v2p
@EmilyHarris-v2p 14 дней назад
you may have error due to voltage issue. try and get CANBUS error free lights or voltage regulator or something.
@saltherookie
@saltherookie 13 дней назад
@@EmilyHarris-v2p I tend to agree with you.but the is, I did not install any led lights and made sure to use correct bulbs. So it could also mean the switch itself is faulty. I will need to investigate that a bit more
@Zackreed-d1v
@Zackreed-d1v 17 дней назад
you are getting better wrapping things. good work. for the lights, check the fuse box and if still nothing, this could be due to voltage issue. if the light bulb is LED for example, this will throw a code. get Carly code reader, it has function to override that. @carly
@hondajunky
@hondajunky 18 дней назад
@temu for the win lolll
@hondajunky
@hondajunky 18 дней назад
Why bmw always likes to complicate things ?😅 you practically removed the front just to replace a $10 part lolll. But good on you for doing it yourself. Came a long way from when first got it
@saltherookie
@saltherookie 17 дней назад
$8 to be exact loll. tbh, I was doubtful it will get fixed, I swear I thought my work will be for nothing. but at least, we got it fixed. now we need to turn our focus to the roof top and this light emoji ...
@tonyzriag
@tonyzriag 18 дней назад
Looking good , loving the rez so far
@saltherookie
@saltherookie 17 дней назад
thanks boss. appreciate the support :)
@infernozl1
@infernozl1 21 день назад
Any update with the wiring?
@saltherookie
@saltherookie 20 дней назад
I am so sorry, I have been busy with the BMW and tbh, I only managed to get the wiring for the passenger side seat. I do apologize for the delay. the plan is, finish the paint and then can work on the seat. I promise, I will get to it soon
@vungnguyen9277
@vungnguyen9277 22 дня назад
how many cans would you need to do inside and out of the trunk?
@saltherookie
@saltherookie 20 дней назад
if we are talking about same color or close to it, then 2 cans is more than enough. for the base. for clear you will need another two. if another color that is lighter, like from blue to white, I would say have 3 cans
@vungnguyen9277
@vungnguyen9277 20 дней назад
@@saltherookiethanks for the help, im actually doing blue to white 😅
@Xcelsis
@Xcelsis 27 дней назад
Looking to buy a working OEM stereo new or used. Where did you buy yours?
@saltherookie
@saltherookie 26 дней назад
I got lucky and found it on FB marketplace. mind you, the OEM one known to brake so upgrade will be better option. main issue with AC controls. me personally, I got lucky and needed to keep the car looking OEM
@Zackreed-d1v
@Zackreed-d1v 27 дней назад
do you need to bleed the system after replacing the motor ?
@saltherookie
@saltherookie 26 дней назад
doubt it. I did not change the pump so it should be plug and play. I am leaning into physical issue. something is stuck or preventing it from opening . will diagnose more
@carlyturner-z6j
@carlyturner-z6j 28 дней назад
try and manually open it then try again. it could be stuck or something preventing it from fully open. run the error code again and see. and lastly, check the motor again to see if any leak
@saltherookie
@saltherookie 26 дней назад
this is on my to do list for sure.
@hotrodgreg504
@hotrodgreg504 Месяц назад
How do you remove the rear seat head rest?
@saltherookie
@saltherookie Месяц назад
@hotrodgreg504 first, you need to remove the backrest. Once that is out of the way, you will see two bolts one on each side. If I remember correctly, they should be either 8mm or 10mm. Remove them and the head rest can be removed
@EmilyHarris-v2p
@EmilyHarris-v2p Месяц назад
Also, really happy for you on fixing the trunk. was it just erasing codes ?
@saltherookie
@saltherookie Месяц назад
when I opened it the first time, I noticed the latch does not close, so I replaced that. I also replaced the open/close handle as noticed some minor rust. but both would not prevent it from opening. so I guess I got lucky and erasing the code worked :)
@EmilyHarris-v2p
@EmilyHarris-v2p Месяц назад
I thought the same thing, either fuse or relay. but looking at your motor, good thing you changed it. maybe you should have changed the whole unit. there is some rust on it too. really good work.
@saltherookie
@saltherookie Месяц назад
thank you for watching, while there was surface rust, it did not impact the actual pump. so good for now. the pump cost a lot so good thing did not get it :)
@Tiffanystanden
@Tiffanystanden Месяц назад
nice work and its actually easier to remove the pump assembly than I thought. thanks for the vid
@saltherookie
@saltherookie Месяц назад
@@Tiffanystanden appreciate the feedback and support
@Oyvind88
@Oyvind88 Месяц назад
Great video and work like allways my man, nice hoodie on the shifter and code reader is nice to have🔥😎💪
@saltherookie
@saltherookie Месяц назад
@Oyvind88 thank you mate. Really seeing your comments always bring joy
@hondajunky
@hondajunky Месяц назад
Read the codes again. Connect your code reader again and see what the issue. As for the fog lights, i think you got a fuse missing or blown.
@saltherookie
@saltherookie Месяц назад
@hondajunky actually I was thinking the same thing. But I get the feel something is stuck. We'll get there
@hondajunky
@hondajunky Месяц назад
@saltherookie as the roof opened but not fully retracted to it's place, i doubt electrical. Either something stuck in the rail preventing it from fully seated or it needed to be reprogrammed. You did change the moter so maybe Try it few times. I know you said the fluid seemed ok, but worth checking again. In case you got leak.
@saltherookie
@saltherookie Месяц назад
@@hondajunky when it worked, did not hear anything getting stuck so I tend to agree being electrical issue. will run the diagnosing tool and try another shot
@saltherookie
@saltherookie Месяц назад
@@hondajunky when it worked, did not hear anything getting stuck so I tend to agree being electrical issue. will run the diagnosing tool and try another shot
@hondajunky
@hondajunky Месяц назад
Wow, that motor is in really bad shape, no wonder it didn't work.
@carlyturner-z6j
@carlyturner-z6j Месяц назад
wow, the seats transformed , this is really good work. does it fade, smug or anything ?
@saltherookie
@saltherookie Месяц назад
@@carlyturner-z6j as long you follow the instructions, you should be ok. Once done with the dye, ensure to apply the leather conditioner
@carlyturner-z6j
@carlyturner-z6j Месяц назад
good job. it looks really good, but does the paint flake ?
@saltherookie
@saltherookie Месяц назад
@@carlyturner-z6j no, not at all. This is designed for leather seats. Check their website and reviews too. I used them for my skyline seats and I trust their product
@EmilyHarris-v2p
@EmilyHarris-v2p Месяц назад
Any plan to install carplay ? wonder if it is easy and if can install reverse cam too. car is looking better and better
@saltherookie
@saltherookie Месяц назад
actually, it is on my to do list. I have already been looking for good quality carplay unit that looks OEM and still comparing. as for the reverse camera, Yes I will. but I need to fix the rooftop first. feel free to send recommendation
@Oyvind88
@Oyvind88 Месяц назад
Looks amazing my man, always awesome job and video😀🔥
@saltherookie
@saltherookie Месяц назад
@Oyvind88 thank you champ. Appreciate your support
@ChalresWaters
@ChalresWaters Месяц назад
thank you for this easy to follow step by step process. I came across your channel by accident and now I am hooked. I cant wait to see the final result
@ChalresWaters
@ChalresWaters Месяц назад
I legit came across your channel by accident and now I am hooked. I love how simple and easy your way of explaining. thank you for this amazing work
@saltherookie
@saltherookie Месяц назад
@ChalresWaters thank you very much for the support and hope you like and stick around
@hondajunky
@hondajunky Месяц назад
I love it. Looks amazing. This car is the gift that keeps on giving loll. Use those $8 and buy yourself a coffee. You have earned it sir. Time to focus on the roof top
@saltherookie
@saltherookie Месяц назад
@@hondajunky believe it or not, those $8 bought the paint. So from the car and into it :)
@saltherookie
@saltherookie Месяц назад
Thank you for watching and your support as always
@EmilyHarris-v2p
@EmilyHarris-v2p 2 месяца назад
car looks mint, the interior cleaned up really nice as if new, good stuff bro
@EmilyHarris-v2p
@EmilyHarris-v2p 2 месяца назад
the more you work on the interior, the more you need to deal with your centre console . it does look out of place now loll. I love your simple, cheap and easy fix ups, they do make the car look more sporty and surely add value to you. your tasty mods are the right stuff
@saltherookie
@saltherookie 2 месяца назад
@user-ip5ok1yi8m 100% agree. Wait for the next video and you'll have your wish
@mitchelhardy
@mitchelhardy 2 месяца назад
How did you get the matching color ? did you have to provide VIN # and they matched it , because your car was originally black seat. the match is SPONT ON...
@saltherookie
@saltherookie 2 месяца назад
@mitchelhardy I did not actually. If you go to Clyde's website, you'll see the pictures they have for the red are actually from a bmw. So I took a gamble and turned out just fine 😀
@Oyvind88
@Oyvind88 2 месяца назад
Great video and work my man, looks amazing and this car well be a head turner😎🔥
@saltherookie
@saltherookie 2 месяца назад
@Oyvind88 thanks man, appreciate your support as always. Wait until next video, we tranformed the center console
@hondajunky
@hondajunky 2 месяца назад
Wrapping is never easy and to do this good of a job is nothing short of amazing. Especially when it's your first time. Respect for being honest with your work.
@saltherookie
@saltherookie 2 месяца назад
@@hondajunky yeah I ruined it twice but got it done in the end. Happy with results for sure
@saltherookie
@saltherookie 2 месяца назад
Thank you for watching. the car is going to be a head turner soon.
@hondajunky
@hondajunky 2 месяца назад
It sure is. Just wash it for a start 😅
@saltherookie
@saltherookie 2 месяца назад
@@hondajunky yes yes.. I will... eventually 😉
@camgarz1
@camgarz1 2 месяца назад
Great video. I currently have a RHD drivers side mirror on my prelude.. tired of the skewed vision. Could I just order the mirror part and swap it in?
@mitchelhardy
@mitchelhardy 2 месяца назад
You should have tested the new speakers. really amazing touch with these red seats, just get the driver seat fixed. do your magic man. love your vids
@saltherookie
@saltherookie 2 месяца назад
@mitchelhardy I ran out of time and got dark, but I should have. Next video will be testing
@Oyvind88
@Oyvind88 2 месяца назад
Great video and work as allways my man, looks awesome🔥👏
@saltherookie
@saltherookie 2 месяца назад
@Oyvind88 my best man, really thank you for your outstanding support
@Oyvind88
@Oyvind88 2 месяца назад
And thank you my best man for the awesome content you make😀♥️
@tonyzriag
@tonyzriag 2 месяца назад
Bro the seats look sick ! good work
@saltherookie
@saltherookie 2 месяца назад
@tonyzriag thank you bro. Getting there
@hondajunky
@hondajunky 2 месяца назад
@Ryobi... you should sponsor this legend #ryobi
@saltherookie
@saltherookie 2 месяца назад
@@hondajunky if only. Loll
@hondajunky
@hondajunky 2 месяца назад
The fact you got the seats working is beyond me. I love the seats, the interior... you really revived the car man. Respect
@saltherookie
@saltherookie 2 месяца назад
@hondajunky thank you man, appreciate the positive feedback
@saltherookie
@saltherookie 2 месяца назад
Thank you for watching and appreciate the support.
@mitchelhardy
@mitchelhardy 3 месяца назад
you should disconnect the battery before unplug the seats. otherwise, you will have airbag light. but looking at the wiring, I am surprised you did not have the airbag light on to start with. your step by step is really handy. those back seat headrests and pain to remove.
@saltherookie
@saltherookie 3 месяца назад
technically you are right, it would have been better if I did disconnect before. but as I was fixing the wiring, I needed to know if my work is heading in the right direction. code reader can fix and clear those codes so not too worried :)
@carlyturner-z6j
@carlyturner-z6j 3 месяца назад
can you re assemble the seat back once you took it all apart? looks complicated loll
@saltherookie
@saltherookie 3 месяца назад
You can, only a matter of re bolting them back and you should be all set. but I sold them as is due to space and time crunch :)
@EmilyHarris-v2p
@EmilyHarris-v2p 3 месяца назад
the tape method is really handy. so simple yet really works. I did not do this and paint peeled when unmasking, if only I thought of this. THANKS
@saltherookie
@saltherookie 2 месяца назад
@user-ip5ok1yi8m that is why I thought to share. Trust me, been there and learned the hard way loll
@EmilyHarris-v2p
@EmilyHarris-v2p 3 месяца назад
you did not finish the Skyline seating issue and now you have this!!!! you do know how to chose them loll
@saltherookie
@saltherookie 2 месяца назад
@user-ip5ok1yi8m I sure do. Loll.nah, that one is new seat arrangement. At least with this one, it's more of same wiring. But I get you, time to dust up and work on that too
@Zackreed-d1v
@Zackreed-d1v 3 месяца назад
No wonder your seats did not work. I think the jumper pack would have worked, use wire tester to see the power/ground and you should be able to get the motor working. but then again, your method works too.
@saltherookie
@saltherookie 3 месяца назад
I don’t have one yet, but maybe. I ended up selling the interior because I got the red one to install. Stay tuned for that
@Oyvind88
@Oyvind88 3 месяца назад
Great video and work like allways my friend, electrick work is allways fun😅👊🔥
@saltherookie
@saltherookie 3 месяца назад
It sure is. Thanks buddy for your support
@tonyzriag
@tonyzriag 3 месяца назад
Good work so far
@saltherookie
@saltherookie 3 месяца назад
Appreciate you man