Hey Brian, would love to hear your current outlook on the automotive industry and if it is still something you strongly advocate most to do ? In addition, a follow up on current take of flat rate, and pay ?
Hello, I did upload this video a few years ago, so a lot of things have changed. I still believe it’s a good career option and most shops are under staffed. I am no longer a tech, I started selling automotive shop equipment to dealerships and independent shops and the biggest question I get is do you know any technicians looking for a job? The pay has also increased considerably. One of my apprentices is now making $37 an hour flat rate. It seems that with the tech shortage, places are finally starting to realize what good techs are actually worth. I miss being working in the shop but after 27 years, my body had enough.
A very well-done video, thank you! I must say, however, having owned convertibles my entire life..... this is by far the most convoluted American set-up I've ever seen. I suspect Ford engineers will one day (hopefully soon) simplify this process. Lastly, the fact that your lovely wife accomplished this multi-layered task with those nails is truly a testament to her level of expertise! 😏😏😏
My husband and grandfather want me to give you a huge thank you. They have been trying to fix my brakes and the piston got stuck, the tool they rented did not work and thanks to you they were able to fix it and cannot thank you enough! God bless you!
When I left Ford to work for Subaru in 2020, I was no longer able to review new and used cars. So, that put a damper on things. Last August, I took a job in automotive equipment sales, so I lost lift access to show repairs. I am working on getting a lift and possibly some new personal vehicles. I haven't written the channel off just yet. Thanks for reaching out.
I just bought a used 2007 RX350 and it's legit the best vehicle I've ever owned and possibly driven. $3,200. 1 family owned. It's so smooth in every aspect. I would trust it anywhere. Was thinking about taking it into the mountains and wanted to see what it might be capable of. This is beyond what I would push it so thank you for posting this lol.
Couple of quick QUESTIONS: 1) When putting Parking Brake in Service Mode you said turn the key. You are NOT starting the engine correct? Just in ACCESSORY MODE? 2) What is the purpose of putting the Parking Brake in Service Mode? If I already removed a caliper is it TOO late to put in Service MODE? 3) You did not show using the Caliper Piston Tool to screw in the Piston. Why is that? I thought these screwed in and not pushed in? 4) Can you use brake grease on all the parts that need lubing? Great video. Thank you.
Correct, just accessory mode. Putting it in maintenance mode releases the pistons and 99% of the time, you can push them in without turning them. If you can, put the caliper back on before you try it maintenance mode. Yes, the use of grease is recommended. Thanks for watching!
@@tristintadlock8947 Its actually not too bad to do. Take off the wheel and under engine shield. Remove the axle nut, Separate the lower ball joint, unbolt the brake hose retainer. Then remove the 2 nuts and the bearing retainer strap and pry the axle out.
I think these guys/gals need to get paid more, every time you go to 'shop' they charge arm n leg but don't seem like they pay enough. what do you think?
I used to say…I don’t understand why this didn’t get traction. Great idea and combines both vehicles for a cheaper price.” Then I looked it up. It’s was because of the EPA emission standards. And they would grandfather it 🤦♂️
The Lexus went to the scrap yard right after this next video was filmed but here are some more off roading videos for your viewing pleasure. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-3hCoEUHaJdg.html ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-69ZqHmLncKU.html ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-xRCDSCW6o_w.html
My mates m8 comp is much quicker with traction fully off , mess with your esp too it definitely pulls harder! Were in Scotland and the weather is shitty aswell. But if you don’t care enough that you leave that dummy plug and loom in there you must realise a tech will see it IMMEDIATELY so just remap it and you really will see a HUGE difference. 👍🏻 just spotted this is 3yrs old so you probably don’t have the car now. Hope you enjoyed it while you had it though there beast’s. 💪🏻
Made me feel a lot better about the condition of my '01 model. Same white color, but, from what I've come to realize, the interior has held up really well through the years. Ended up here after watching crash test footage because I was curious to see how my old grandma car would fare in a crash. Mine also has a wheel with wood and leather accents, which I thought was standard, but I guess must be an extra feature for a lil more money. These babies were about $37,000 when they came out, something around $65,000 in today's money. You can tell they're built for luxury. Both front seats electric(and heated), that screen up front that even newer cars didn't get. My brother has an '07 Dodge Caliber, and it's nowhere near as fancy (or comfy, scratchy seats imo) as the Lexus. Glad I got the 4 wheel drive model, the extra power to the wheels suits my "hurry up and get to speed" kinda driving. Neat to know it can do this stuff, but I don't think I could do that to Lexi (my car lmao).
Did this top come with your Bronco, or did you buy it from a third party? I just bought a 2024 Bronco and it has a modular hard top, which I love. However, I would also like a retractable soft top like this for Summer. The ones FORD currently offer do not retract all the way back like this.
Yes, this is the stock top. The Best top/fastback style tops don't retract all the way but Ford should still sell the factory style top. Congrats on the Bronco!
Is it normal for it not to click/not latch like yours did at 6:38 when putting the top back on? Seems like my soft top is just a tad too far back when I’m putting it back on, but I’m still able to get it closed all the way🤔
It should click immediately when you drop it into the channel. You can get your top adjusted at the dealership. Basically the bracket can slide forward and back until it clicks without a problem.
I used to have this car in the exact same color. It’s a damn shame that Hyundai decided to be cheap and not give the car an immobilizer. I had it from October 2020 - February 2024. Someone stole it, it was found and declared a total loss. I ended up getting a 2024 Honda HR-V EX-L as my new car. I love it 💗 but sometimes I miss my Hyundai because it was my first car and the mileage was better 😢.
Sorry to hear that! You’re actually the second person to comment that their Elantra got stolen. You are better off at the Honda anyway. Thanks for watching!
Too bad it was not equipped with a anti-theft device which led to thousands and thousands of stolen cars beginning in 2022 and still going on in 2024 mine was one of the stolen ones
I’m a senior master tech with 40 years with ford /Lincoln … flat rate is a barbaric pay plan .. I do only problem vehicles. B and c guys do all the paid labor work while the senior master gets new vehicles with problems .. I have to do everything from a transmission to a/c to upholstery work .. I am strictly warranty work . The business is finished .. there is no incentive for great techs who fix cars all day . I make roughly 100k a year at nearly 50 an hour . I produce anywhere from 35 to 45 hours a week . I am being very honest and this is all the truth anyone producing 60 to 80 a week is stealing from the manufacturer or the customer again I do no customer paid labor .. no brakes no services no cash work .. fixing cars is the worst way to make a living . Yes I make 100k a year but that isn’t even close as to what I should be making .. stay away from this business . this business is nothing but favoritism and ass kissing .. and you will go through 20 service managers in your career who think of you as a slave .. message me I’ll tell you how it really is . Ive given my life to this career and trained very hard and long .. not worth it at all
