Do Head Gasket Sealers Actually Work (FULL 2yr TEST with Engine Teardown)

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Replacing a Head Gasket can be difficult and expensive. Sometimes your car is not worth fixing and this is where a head gasket sealer in a bottle comes in handy. Do these head gasket sealers actually work? How long do they last? How do they work? What does a bad head gasket look like? Do head gasket sealers clog radiators?
In this video I show you how to use a head gasket sealer to repair the head gasket and test it for 2yrs and 10,000 miles. I then tear down the engine and show you how the headgasket failed, how the sealer worked, and if the radiator got clogged up with sealer.
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0:00 Intro of do headgasket sealers work
3:00 How a head gasket works
3:55 How to check if you have a head gasket leak
10:03 How head gasket sealers work
14:13 How to add a head gasket sealer
22:03 The results of 2yrs of testing
24:00 Engine disassembly
25:38 How to check if a cylinder head is warped
27:36 Does a head gasket sealer clog a radiator
28:38 Oil analysis after head gasket sealer use
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@chrisfix 2 года назад

So it was brought to my attention that my house phone number is on the oil analysis sheet. I am waiting for RU-vid to blur it so in the meantime, please dont call it...

@mondragon9282 2 года назад

Oof

@ravinsingh9155 2 года назад

@imaner76 2 года назад

Puts down phone.. OK.

@kirara4953 2 года назад

What if they call to send some treats for the dog?

@Splitfinger709 2 года назад

Hello, we've been trying to contact you about your cars extended warranty...

@Airdown 2 года назад

Now lets get a round of applause for the commitment Chris puts into this channel. I know for sure I wouldn't put 2 years into a single video

@kevio6868 2 года назад

8+ mill subs he knows how to do it

@el3ctr0_63 2 года назад

He deserve every bit of that money,subscriber and I don't say that often.👏👏👏

@chrisfix 2 года назад

Thanks a lot! I really like doing stuff that other people won’t so we know if stuff actually works! I was kinda bummed I had to wait another year tho haha.

@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power 2 года назад

For good RU-vid money, I'd test 10 different head gasket sealers in 10 vehicles, driving them alternately, for 5 years 😂

@kevio6868 2 года назад

@GiNa RoSe Sᴇx Cʜᴀɴɴᴇʟ 21 spicey for sure ; ) lol

@domainjester 2 года назад

"I don't know who else would do a 2 year test" Project Farm

@stephenmullenax7346 2 года назад

Bingo

@papishampoo04 2 года назад

Lol, true.

@Bremend 2 года назад

I feel like he's running one now but he's staying mum about it

@ShawshankR3demption 2 года назад

Nailed it.

@giggityeffyou 2 года назад

"We're gonna test that"

@interstellar3774 9 месяцев назад

I used Blue Devil when my 97 Acura TL 3.2L started overheating continuously. I dye tested it to confirm and it was my head gasket. I followed Blue Devil step by step. I also bought a brand new radiator and flushed the system with a water hose with the top radiator hose pushing it through it and with no thermostat with bottom hose disconnected. With that I started the vehicle as well to fully flush all the coolant out. Applied the BD and it worked. This was at 100k miles and I am at 190k miles after 10 years! No issues.

@cameronhersh6574 7 месяцев назад

I've got 1 year and 10,000 on my blue devil tundra repair. Still going strong

@smitty8054 5 месяцев назад

Was wondering if it would be a good idea to drain your coolant system after the leak has stopped. Agree that it looks impressive and it didn’t clog things up by why temp fate? At that point you’ve probably kicked up some nasties in that system. Guess that was a long winded way of saying I’d drain it and just replace with properly mixed coolant.

@1ZZT223 3 месяца назад

Used Blue Devil in my 98 Corolla at 380,000. It was in an accident at 597,000 miles, but healthy as a horse. 100% no issues for 110,000+ miles.

@blok9977 2 месяца назад

@@1ZZT223how did you apply it just pour it in and then change oil 2 days later

@WhyFacetattoos Месяц назад

So I had one on my first car a 96 Saturn sl1 5speed 1.9l sohc with 60k miles that I got for 600 bucks in 2007 on it when I got it. I used black bead shit and flushed my cooling system after and put 100k miles on it and drove like....a 14-18 year old. But I also drove a lot of hwy miles back and forth from mpls to Iowa babying it getting 43-46mpg....so it works. Would I do it to a vehicle that has value...idk

@rashaudwalker352 9 месяцев назад

I have a 2013 Dodge Avenger R/T had the exact same problems as this car. No smoke billowing, no white milky substance in the engine cap, but the coolant reservoir reeked of Combustion gas. After $1,450 at the repair shop with no repair just money lost I was about to give up until I stumbled across this video. Followed the instructions to the Letter. Took a day or two and had to top off the reservoir a few times but afterwards no overheating, running smoother and stronger. Reservoir still smells of Combustion gas but it’s probably due to the old radiator fluid, gonna flush it and test it one last time. I really wanna thank you Chris Fix my only regret is that I didn’t come across this video before I spent $1,450 😅

@chrisfix 9 месяцев назад

Glad the video was helpful and nice work! I hope it lasts for you!

@Ferinex_666 2 года назад

"Just to show you, I'm going to quickly disassemble the engine." Only ChrisFix would say that so nonchalantly.

@chrisfix 2 года назад

It was pretty simple to disassemble when you don't care about it :p

@chanus4629 2 года назад

@@chrisfix will you replace the engine? or do away with the car?

@peppigue 2 года назад

@@chanus4629 He talks about the cost in the video. New or even used engine is more expensive or more work than it's worth compared to buying another used car. Fixing the engine is equally expensive.

@taunuslunatic404 2 года назад

@@peppigue His dad has the Maserati at the ready so he doesn't need the Jag anymore.

@interstate80. 2 года назад

@@chrisfix fair enough

@JamiesGarage1 2 года назад

The fact that you took video of the car in all 4 seasons is pretty amazing 👌

@chrisfix 2 года назад

It's for my dad so it had to be taken care of no matter what!

@1blueorange 2 года назад

He didn’t, he just edited that in

@camsreviews5115 2 года назад

@@1blueorange NO he did, its called dash Cam

@chrisfix 2 года назад

Haha thanks man. It was hard to line up each time and hard to remember to get the shot for each season.

@SuperSlothgaming 2 года назад

@@chrisfix Legend chris from Australia

@michaelbauer4065 6 месяцев назад

As a WRX owner this video is extremely useful.

@YurrrrrrrrpNation 3 месяца назад

That part

@NickMachado 2 месяца назад

Same, WRX owner with over 200k miles on the engine.

@hotel_arcadia 2 месяца назад

Subaru moment

@realhusky 2 месяца назад

Oh boy

@user-rl3tk5zz5p Месяц назад

boutta throw some in my LGT rn

@MrDemourad Месяц назад

This is the first time I write a comment on RU-vid and I’ve had this account for like 15 years. Simply because it has to be said that I’ve never seen any video that says explains the situation so clearly the way you just did. Respect

@jordananderson2728 2 года назад

"We have about 5 million people in this community" Yep, this was filmed ages ago. Props to Chris!

@PapaDikpill Месяц назад

Just watched it. 10.1 million.

@kenthompson857 7 месяцев назад

10- 4 - 2023 I have had BLUE DEVIL IN MY CAR FOR FOR OVER 4 YEARS. AND MY HEADS ON BOTH SIDE WAS LEAKING BAD. I HAVE PUT OVER 14000 HARD DRIVING MILES ON... IT... AND STILL DRIVING IT EVER DAY .... I HIGHLY RECOMMEND BLUE DEVIL SEALER... I HAVE PUT IT IN THREE DIFFERENT VEHICLES. IT HAS WORKED GREAT FOR ME....

@Chris-cy8mx 3 месяца назад

I CAN USE CAPS TOO

@keithhummel6660 2 месяца назад

@@Chris-cy8mxHES JUST ALERTING THE MASSES OF THE GOOD NEWS

@216cle 2 месяца назад

I HAVE USED K SEAL BEFORE. I WAS ABLE TO PUT 500 MILES ON THE CAR THEN SELL IT TO SOMEONE ELSE

@jocelyn.__. Месяц назад

@@216clewhat were the symptoms you were having prior? we have every head gasket issue other then leaking coolant but oil is leaking into our reservoir and our temperature doesn’t register.

@216cle Месяц назад

@@jocelyn.__. I had all the obvious signs, smokey exhaust, overheating, bubbly exhaust, but let a mechanic friend of mine confirm it before I did the k seal

@monirobaid5809 5 месяцев назад

If you are not the best, then you are one of the best who provide educational content regarding car repairs and diagnostics on RU-vid, and you explain everything in detail, in addition to the fact that the filming of all your videos is clear. Thank you for all your efforts.

@chrisfix 5 месяцев назад

Thanks!

@Tokomi 5 месяцев назад

@@chrisfix No we thank you Chris :)

@TimeBucks 2 года назад

appreciate all the effort he put into this video

@DrDoomBloom 2 года назад

Yeah this is major

@Finaloperator 2 года назад

From 2019 until now

@ItsIdaho 2 года назад

You need to see Project Farm. He often does 1Year tests

@tarstarkusz 2 года назад

I drove a car for several years with some head gasket sealer. Luckily, the head gasket was leaking externally and not internally. It was flying out of the side of the block and was therefore MUCH easier to seal. If you are leaking internally, it rarely works.

@EnviousGenome 2 года назад

The comment "there are 5 mil. Of you guys" him sitting at a healthy 8 mil. Definitely a old clip haha still love you for all the help over the years to help keep my car on the road and safely.

@802Garage 2 года назад

This is honestly the question the automotive world has needed answered for decades. Let's gooo!

@RJ-x 2 года назад

2 years bro the dedication

@kdigiacomo 2 года назад

Let's goo?

@TamaraGarrettAlpha 2 года назад

Lol. I got rid of a whole car because of this. Lol 🤷. I loved that car too.

@chrisfix 2 года назад

I was genuinely curious. Like will this cause a clog in the radiator?!

@802Garage 2 года назад

@@chrisfix I've heard many times that it can. Wonder if the newer products are much better than the old. Or it could all just come from the sawdust and concrete tricks of old! Great video, Chris.

@natehaskins1067 9 месяцев назад

Love how excited this guy is about sharing knowledge. Keep up the awesome work!

@nollidredins6257 8 месяцев назад

9 years ago we put kseal in a cavalier. 9 years ago. They still drive that car to this day and haven't had to add more or replace the gasket

@im-that-guy-pal Месяц назад

The coolant must be rusty brown by now.

@nollidredins6257 Месяц назад

@@im-that-guy-pal we have done coolant flushes maybe twice for maintenance and it's been fine everytime.

@Nyitemare 2 года назад

2 years in the making, unreal Chris. Thorough isn't the word

@chrisfix 2 года назад

Haha thanks!!!!

@trvman1 2 года назад

Do you think you could do this over again once the car started to overheat? Does it state it's a one time only use?

@maxminutiae1170 Год назад

This is what sets Chris apart. 2 YEARS to test a vehicle for a video. No one else does that. Thanks for another great video.

@austinhernandez2716 Год назад

Saying no one else does that is not true

@maxminutiae1170 Год назад

@@austinhernandez2716 Don’t care, was giving the man a compliment. It’s a YT comment, let it go bro.

@michael-johndunning882 Год назад

Thanks for the info💯🙏🏽I have a Quick question. I have HEAVY White smoke, sweet smelling Coming out The Exhaust of my “2011 Jaguar XJL 5.0” so I poured blue devil into my coolant reservoir (I didn’t drain my coolant before adding Blue devil, also had a sealed Radiator) Anyways I closed the coolant cap as soon as I poured the in & drove for about 30 mins, Next day later? My car just makes a 1 Click noise!! &Jump the car nothing Same Loud “1 CLICK”😢 What may have happened? (Also Car oil burns in under 3 days, and coolant reservoir becomes underfilled in 1 day) Also do you think it was my upper intake manifold? Blue devil May have sealed my cylinders stuck? How do I fix?!? Plz help?🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽😭

@CadillacDriver Год назад

@@maxminutiae1170 you "don't care" that you blatantly lied? What a freak.

@CadillacDriver Год назад

@@maxminutiae1170 internet hard, street weak. You'd never call me a loser to my face - and you know it.

@zhr464 9 месяцев назад

Worked for my porche cayman " misfire + head gasket leak " now 2.d day and everything work as expected. well done bar's you made my day ❤

@hhova29 3 месяца назад

Which product did you use of the 4?

@BadaBing.UCF30 2 месяца назад

My ML55 also started developing a bad misfire. Did you have to do any tune-ups after pouring the sealer?

@matthewcraig8926 4 месяца назад

Very good tutorial. I used Blue Devil in my 1998 Subaru Forester 2 years ago and I'm still driving it now, no problems. It had a bad head gasket. Can't believe how good Blue Devil works, and I highly recommend it.

@OldWorldLad 2 месяца назад

I have a 99' that has a small oil leak. Just a spot here and there so nothing crazy. Thinking it could be the head gasket though. Car only has 62k miles, but it's never been replaced. You think it'd be worth using the Blue Devil on it now to get ahead of any issue? I use it for my business, so planning to keep the car a long time.

@leakyjeep5.9 2 месяца назад

@@OldWorldLad I'm just wondering how an additive for coolant would help of motor oil leak?

@steveww07 2 месяца назад

@@leakyjeep5.9 oil runs through the head as well as water

@MrTheHillfolk 9 дней назад

I'm surprised at this point that Subarus aren't factory filled with blue devil.

@matthewcraig8926 8 дней назад

@@MrTheHillfolk 😂. Maybe a specialized 50/50 blend

@hamzahsyed7485 2 года назад

Words cannot describe how much this guy actually cares. 2 YEARS he’s spent testing this. This is unheard of. Keep it up!

@carlosdeleon9593 2 года назад

ChrisFix and Project Farm are the most dedicated RU-vidrs for sure

@hamzahsyed7485 2 года назад

@@carlosdeleon9593 yessir!

@Jacobwafflez 2 года назад

Probably because this is such a common and annoying ass problem

@retrograde7156 2 года назад

Damn 2 years, my guy is dedicated, round of applause Chris for doing this for so long.

@patrickdanforth7700 8 месяцев назад

Been using the sealers for years. Grew up originally using just basic sodium silicate which was easy to buy. Not all gaskets are created equal. Also the liquid glass method wasn't always wise. I've had more success with Steal Seal and K-seal never used the ultimate formula. Had the most failures with BlueDevils formula. Tested most on the markets as the budget of customers its what they brought for me to use. I just did what the manufacturer stated for instructions. My friends 2004 Impala leaked in 2007 did a new gasket. In 2010 it blew again only 68000 miles and 2x blown so I did the Steel Seal this time and now there 201k on the vehicle and hasn't leaked or blown another spot. Thats the longest lasting quick fix I've been able to track. As the owner gave me the vehicle and I gave it to my brother and he sold it to a friend in need. The Bars Block seal imo should be only temporary as I've had to do many radiator and heater core flushes as it clogged either the radiator or the heater core. Especially in aluminum rads. Seen 4 Land Rovers clogged bottom of the rads. Just replace the gasket in those beasts.

@Jennyhicks33 7 месяцев назад

Thank you for all the info! I have a 2011 Impala and was wondering which one to use. Now I know! ❤

@Marksmith2-qu6tl 7 месяцев назад

Hi . So I need to do a sealer on my blown v6 engine tommorow . If it works should I change oil and filter after it and do more frequent oil changers to keep oil nice

@stefanczechorskidds8435 6 месяцев назад

Yes! Once your contamination leak (oil and coolant) is stable, ie no more intermix, change the oil. @@Marksmith2-qu6tl

@Mostly-Nuts 6 месяцев назад

@@Jennyhicks332011 and 2004 have different head gaskets, ones plastic and ones plastic with rubber components. Btw 2011 is the worst year for impalas.

@chriswands1677 6 месяцев назад

Hi have you ever tried the head gasket sealer on a turbo engine? I have a 2013 ford fusion 2.0 eco boost wondering if it would work on a high compression engine or if it might clog the inter cooler or damage the turbo?

@cuoplegrand 19 дней назад

Love how he went from 5 mil to 10 mil. Obviously it’s well deserved since no other mechanic is putting in this much effort. Top tier performance, im a subscriber for life!

@chrisfix 18 дней назад

Thanks a lot!

@cuoplegrand 16 дней назад

@@chrisfix no sir, thank you!

@InUtero1994 2 года назад

Video suggestion: How to install aftermarket sound system in your car or truck. Subs, amplifier, speakers. I’m sure you or someone in your family would love a new sound system in their car on the go.

@chrisfix 2 года назад

Thanks for the idea!

@InUtero1994 2 года назад

@@chrisfix absolutely 😁 thank you for all the hard work you put into your videos! Great job.

@ShawshankR3demption 2 года назад

@@chrisfix Especially with sound dampening material. You can include dynamat, and compare it with the super effective and inexpensive " peel and seal, aluminum" for a WAY cheaper alternative. Love you for bringing this topic up and for Chris to reply.

@exilemike 2 года назад

I could do that video I've done all my own installs since the eighties

@Amir.253 2 года назад

could also include how to do sound dampening and fit aftermarket head units briefly again

@AcaTea 2 года назад

2:00 Chris said that the channel was 5 million strong, and by the time he finished the video it was nearing 8.5. So crazy. Good job, man.

@marcusaurelius652 2 года назад

He obviously started this a 2 years ago. Haha some people

@AcaTea 2 года назад

@@marcusaurelius652 I know he started it two years ago. I’m saying he’s come so far in two years, it’s surreal.

@oShadowkun 2 года назад

@@marcusaurelius652 He obviously stated that he understood its a 2 year old video. Haha some people. I love how he didn't explicitly state "this is 2 years ago", and that's all it took for you to not understand LOL whoosh if i've ever seen one

@yoboymax1855 24 дня назад

10.1 now

@user-lb9ej5up8u 10 месяцев назад

this is the most detailed, patient, and hope giving video I've ever seen (and i watch you tube every day) i also watch many of your videos but this one tops the lot, as this video is over 1 year old i don't suppose you will read this but my expansion tank was nearly empty after 6 mile journey and i filled it to max prior to the journey, and when i looked in the oil filler cap it was really gunkey .I've only done 1000 miles in it since i bought it for $12000 so i hope your video can help me thank you for the great effort you went to !!

@FISHFANATIC95 9 месяцев назад

Wow, so much time went into this just for a problem few people, relatively, actually have. So grateful for your videos as always Chris. Keep doing you!

@user-ij8ys5ru8r 5 месяцев назад

It still happens buddy

@chrislingham757 5 месяцев назад

Hi can I use head gasket sealer on Audi s8 and what make of sealer. 5hanks

@dracofenix3860 2 года назад

1:58 "We have 5 million subscribers" -checks subs -8.4 million Yep, checks out.

@fostercare3102 2 года назад

What makes this video even better is the fact that Chris started this video two years ago without any idea of where his channel would end up between the start and end. Just shows you how much dedication he has to this channel and how much he deserves every good thing that comes his way!

@davidmontano7678 2 года назад

He had 5 million subscribers when he started the video but….I get what you mean😂

@VegetaT23 2 года назад

It was a nostalgia trip when he said 5 million, not gonna lie...

@Jacobtheunwise 2 года назад

Hasnt really come anywherw since than his channel was still giant then lol. Shows you havent been here long

@VegetaT23 2 года назад

@@Jacobtheunwise i know, i came around the time he got the 1 million plaque, just reminisced on the times, y'know?

@Jacobtheunwise 2 года назад

@@VegetaT23 yeah man ive been here since way before then his come a long way but his video style has stayed the same. My comment was aimed at the poster not you, i like your profile pic lol

@CX0909 11 месяцев назад

Well done sir! You are an asset to all DIY’ers! Thank you for your hard work and dedication!

@bertgrau3934 5 месяцев назад

I put Bar's stop leak in my 2001, Lincoln Town Car almost 3 years ago and its still holding. My heater works great, uses maybe 8 oz of anti freeze a year. The heater core was leaking. That's why I used Bar's Stop Leak. Works great for me. To change a heater core on this car, the entire dash needs to come out about a 2 day job for a professional, 3 days for a DIY. For what I spent on the Bar's Leak, it's worth it even if I have to flush , and add new anti freeze and Bar's leak. 😊

@thegreen4me Год назад

Wow, a 2 year test and then a complete engine teardown, this is probably the best-made video chrisfix has ever done

@lamarw7757 10 месяцев назад

I missed the "complete" engine teardown. Can you give a time stamp?

@mpasaa 10 месяцев назад

Right near the end of the video....shows block and radiator....quite interesting.

@lrodriguez6691 7 месяцев назад

One of the best car tutorial/product test videos I've seen

@jacooosthuizen3593 7 месяцев назад

It is so good im strait going to put some sealer in my Jeep as i noticed my water temps have been rising once i go uphill but downhill they fine but did notice i had to top it up.

@ralphseifer5537 Год назад

This was a college-level course in head gaskets and head gasket sealant. Hugely impressive. Many thanks.

@zachst0ree Год назад

Im in college and I would say this is better than college

@TrillMurray Год назад

@@zachst0ree cheaper

@petersmith5219 11 дней назад

I am a brand new subscriber - from Downunder - this is a phenomenal upload and I can't thank you enough. Thank you. I now understand it all so much better and you have answered so many of my concerns.

@chrisfix 10 дней назад

Welcome aboard! I'm glad the video helped you understand this a lot more!

@BAYBAY_316 5 месяцев назад

For those watching this video years later I thought it might be helpful to know there is more than one Blue Devil head gasket sealer. I had a friend that used the smaller ( 16 oz ) bottle that's featured in the video and he didn't have any luck but I used the larger (1 quart)Blue Devil version and it did work for me. I highly recommend following the directions

@terrellgibson3984 4 месяца назад

3 versions of the bars as well

@RachelWhite-vs7dc 3 месяца назад

Well i have white smoke and a little water in oil

@RachelWhite-vs7dc 3 месяца назад

I had a radiator leak and over heated my 2010 jeep commander

@RachelWhite-vs7dc 3 месяца назад

So im going to try something from auto zone

@BAYBAY_316 3 месяца назад

@@RachelWhite-vs7dc Which one?

@LiamsGotThis 2 года назад

Your dad is a brave man driving a Jaguar daily. It is known that Jaguar makes the safest cars... because they spend all their time in the repair shop not putting anyone in danger on the road!

@erikrobles5727 2 года назад

Are you serious of all people I’d say this guy knows what his family is driving and wether it’s worth driving for gods sake he bought it for his dad

@LiamsGotThis 2 года назад

@@erikrobles5727 Chris is a very politically correct mechanic. Ask any other mechanic, they all hate them. He probably only allows his dad to drive them because it generates good content for his repair videos! HAHAH

@erikrobles5727 2 года назад

@@LiamsGotThis do you mean they hate Chris?? And don’t all u tubers create video because of the income or are trying to get to the point we’re it creates them income I bet 95%of them would stop if there were no financial gain!!

@LiamsGotThis 2 года назад

@@erikrobles5727 What? No lmao I meant the mechanics all hate Jaguars and for good reason! They're junkers! Buy a Toyota or a Honda!

@chrisfix 2 года назад

It was pretty reliable for the past 4yrs up until the coolant hose burst and it overheated causing the head gasket leak. Otherwise I really had no issues and my dad really drives his cars lol

@twalls16 2 года назад

Chris: "I don't know anyone else that would do a 2 year test like this". Me: Someone get Project Farm on the phone.

@wonderfultigger6620 2 года назад

I'm pretty sure he's a subscriber to chris as well.

@FissecatOriginals 2 года назад

Actually thought this was a project farm video untill it started

@margaritatorres4807 2 года назад

640re tut

@margaritatorres4807 2 года назад

640re tut

@joeytate6917 2 года назад

@@FissecatOriginals same here but I ain't mad best 2 youtubers I watch and most trustworthy i feel

@dariomendoza1518 4 месяца назад

Chris I never really thought if these remedies work or not so really Appreciate you taking the time to do an honest Test!! Thank for posting!!

@URich7123 2 месяца назад

THANK YOU! I HAVE ZERO CAR KNOWLEDGE. You explained so very thoroughly and with care. I saw a car for sale that needed head gasket replaced. I wanted to use the last of my funds to purchase. I now feel more comfortable to weigh my options.

@wesleyheimer6651 2 года назад

“We have 5 million” Me looking at his current almost 9mil: “That’s cute”

@GBOY185 2 года назад

Chris, we really do appreciate you and the commitment. Your effort does not go unnoticed.

@marshallsgraffitti 2 года назад

Im glad this comment made it to the top and Chris liked it. He deserves to know!

@davidbuffetta4129 6 месяцев назад

You have completely changed my mind about head gasket sealer, I have a beater that I dont want to spend all that time to replace the head gasket and before this I thought it was my only option, thank you ChrisFix!

@NorthFloridaAirGunner 11 месяцев назад

The bars leak works 100%. We used it in the 01 3.0 ranger with 300k miles he bought with a bad head gasket. Put it in a year ago and it's still working fine.

@sylvainr.399 2 года назад

Chris’ talent is his ability to break down every concept and make everything crystal clear. That #1 automotive channel on RU-vid is well deserved.

@eidwsatan9254 2 года назад

research is key:)

@Loner4life20 2 года назад

he makes me understand mechanics like i understand math. just one easy step at a time all the way to differential equations or in the cars' case an engine tear down.

@killabilla3399 2 года назад

Let's appreciate the fact he recorded it 2 years ago and waited to post this so we don't have to wait.

@mattlaurent2495 9 месяцев назад

Very excellent video and test, hats off! After watching this I added Blue Devil to my 2015 Chevrolet 2500HD with the 6.6 Diesel. I wasn’t sure if the compression on the diesels would be too much for this type of fix. My truck was pushing exhaust gas into the coolant system and overflowing the tank. The truck ran well despite this. No overheating, it did towing, daily driving at 75mph, approximately 500-750 miles a week. It’s used for business purposes. Just left a puddle everywhere I shut it down and needed to be topped off with coolant weekly. Through your description of the products I chose the Blue Devil because it seems like the exhaust leak I was having would heat this product in the damaged area and seal it up. Plus I was scared to use one with the fibers and clog the system up. It worked like Magic! I followed their instructions but ran to truck twice as long to make sure it was hot. I haven’t added any coolant since I put the thermostats back in. Little over 30,000 miles on it since I did this and I’m knocking on wood as I type this up, Thanks for the video and the confidence to try it.

@autopartsmonkey7992 8 месяцев назад

watch out for that over pressure on the coolant side, i recently lost both a radiator and a heater core due to it. it was just pushing coolant out the expansion tank cap,,over flow, that releases coolant when above 18 psi or so...problem was the pressure would climb faster then the coolant was being released causeing not only for the car to loose a bunch of coolant in just a 15 mile drive( liter or so) , the coolant pressure would peak at 26 psi. usually peaking after i turned the engine off. this extra pressure blew open the heater core..and a week later blew the side out of the radiator. then i finally realized what was going on.

@patrioticmisinformation7184 7 месяцев назад

holy crap.

@monkeyboy90123 9 месяцев назад

I appreciate how you plan you video out so far ahead it is amazing. Love your videos

@Adam-sp9gg 2 года назад

Shoutout to the people that remember what vehicle he's talking about with the sawdust. The ol' PT Cruiser

@chrisfix 2 года назад

Dang you guys are awesome!

@michaellema9699 2 года назад

LMAOOO the PT Cruiser came to mind literally when he said sawdust 😆

@catinthehat5140 2 года назад

Why didn't they use head gasket sealer instead of sawdust?

@Robin-hi8oq 2 года назад

@@catinthehat5140 cost

@VeyronBD 2 года назад

Its the classic car dealer thing, I've seen it used in rear differentials too. basically anything that makes a noise

@maxklassen254 2 года назад

Did Chris just really get himself a VIPER? 😮 Good lord are we ever going to have fun watching Chris Ripp around in it :O

@glenjamindle 2 года назад

I don't know any viper you can buy for $21k

@leocui03 2 года назад

22:05 has a car under a red Dodge car cover... 👀 reflection at 30:07 also shows a Viper!

@jyotikhanna6495 2 года назад

@@leocui03 damn , Chris played himself by super cleaning his cars 😂

@kaster_8889 2 года назад

@@leocui03 When he revs it at 30:11 you can also see a stone or something getting pushed (Which I presume are the exhaust gasses) near the rear of the car which would add up to the side mounted exhausts vipers have. The mic also gets a little distorted, which could be explained by the engine sound coming straight out the side.

@MikoMuru 2 года назад

Its a volvo five cylinder probably. They sound similar to a v10 viper especially at higher rpms

@novakenss Месяц назад

I have a '74 Triumph TR6 that shows one spark plug #6 on the end of the block, super clean and white while others all look too rich. I now am not afraid to try some stop leak after your excellent and very thorough testing and explanations. Great work. Your Dad should be proud of you.

@oleksigoriachek7428 Месяц назад

ChrisFix, thank you, man for putting this video. Grey Head Seal fixed my small (1 liter per week) head gasket leak. Already 1 month in and no rough idling and no adding the antifreeze. Thank you.

@FixItFrench 2 года назад

It’s unreal that Chris put 2 years of content into 1 video. I’m convinced Chris best RU-vidr in the world 💯

@surgeonso4345 2 года назад

You should check out Project Farm if you like long and detailed tests.

@FixItFrench 2 года назад

@@surgeonso4345 good to know

@chrisfix 2 года назад

Thanks a lot!

@christheimprezive2866 2 года назад

Finally, the ultimate ChrisFix video for us Subaru owners!

@captainsparklez10112 2 года назад

me ^

@Gatsu3D2A 5 месяцев назад

Ive tackled a few repairs I didnt think I could do thanks to this channel. ❤

@bradbradshaw6082 9 месяцев назад

Purchasing a Chevy cruze that has the same issue and so started digging to see what I was going to have to deal with and stumbled upon this video and glad I did! This is probably the best video I've seen someone make in a long time. Being this car has 350k on it I will give this stuff a try being I was just going to swap the engine so If I can get some free life out of it before having to do so why not? Thank you for the time and effort and look forward to checking out all your other video's!

@HarisridinatTN57 2 года назад

30:15 I immediately knew that this was a Dodge Viper with that side exhaust (blowing up something off for its way) and that V10 sound. I appreciate you for the last 2 years of your hard workings.

@chrisej5987 2 года назад

Super stoked for Viper content! 😆

@master6435 2 года назад

Yeah the viper V10 is very different sounding to V10 in Lamborghini

@MrSageOlorin 2 года назад

@@master6435 crossplane ohv vs. flatplane dohc.

@HarisridinatTN57 2 года назад

That Viper sound is done by that LARGE 8.4L OHV V10.

@catfishredneck88 2 года назад

was my first thought too.

@Bigiron429 2 года назад

Literally no one has done this. No one has put 2 years for a project then show us engine tear downs. Kudos to you Chris for being so dedicated to your following and putting in the work no other RU-vidr has. You’re in uncharted territory and you’re killing it. 🤟🏽

@chrisfix 2 года назад

Thanks a lot man!

@Turk380 2 года назад

[Project Farm has entered the chat]

@TylerDurden775 2 года назад

And to see clear water jackets, clear radiator and a good result on the oil sample too 👍

@billstorey1953 9 месяцев назад

Your video was very professional and nothing left out great job thank you!

@nonoyrafael9505 5 месяцев назад

The best of all tech/mechanical test of blown head gasket or warped block. Amazingly a genius automotive engineering illustration. You should create your own automobile factory. Kudos! And thanks for the excellent detailed analysis! Simply, bravo!👍

@censordeez 2 года назад

6 years?! Christ, I remember when you bought the jag. Can’t believe that flew by that fast!

@sharifsircar 2 года назад

Same, I was like didn't get that for his dad last year!

@richardbentoskiIII 2 года назад

I was thinking the same thing

@risingstar1309 2 года назад

“ I don’t know anyone else who would do a two year project like this “ because there isn’t anyone else who would do it. Much respect to you, mr fixtopher.

@samo4648 2 года назад

Project farm would like a word

@GamerKiwi 11 месяцев назад

This is great. My head gasket is currently fine but I've been having general cooling problems and this helps alleviate my fears of my car totalling itself if the head gasket starts leaking.

@mikek5486 5 месяцев назад

Although, this is just one of 12,000 other similar comments I have to say: Chris, you are absolutely phenomenal!!! To do a long term detailed follow up is exceptional in and of itself, but your content knowledge and masterful presentation style are leagues ahead of others. I just subscribed to your channel without even looking at anything else you've done -- i know I'll be learning from anything you publish! Kudos man. Next stage for you are TED talks, young man!

@imaner76 2 года назад

Chris says.. This is real you wont have to wait a year, we have about 5 mil subs right now. 2021, has 8.39 million. Yep legit. Lets go 😎

@kevinss1969 2 года назад

I was thinking the same thing. He gain about 4 million subs in that time.

@chrisfix 2 года назад

Crazy right?!

@LordLiquidBaconII 2 года назад

@@chrisfix You deserve it for all the hard work you put into the channel. Is there a way to send you a few bucks as a way to say thanks?

@imaner76 2 года назад

@@chrisfix 100% earned and deserved. PS, thank you.

@mikevga_cr 2 года назад

I think Chris is one of those youtubers you just don't care how long he takes for the next video. The quality and effort he puts is so incredible that the wait is well worth it!!!!

@KainYusanagi 2 года назад

I always drop what I'm doing for a ChrisFix video!

@mikevga_cr 2 года назад

@@KainYusanagi Wait. Are you saying there is people that can actually leave it for later?

@m_eminozcan 4 месяца назад

I got a lot to say but shortly, u are the best ChrisFix. Literally, the best in the class. U answer all the questions in mind before I even ask to myself. Couldn't appreciate your hard work more. Thank you a thousand times man.

@hustlemansnipes 9 месяцев назад

I had to pull over to leave this comment cause the commitment you put into making this videos is admirable.

@andrewsapp856 2 года назад

Most RU-vidrs would make 100 videos posting the smallest updates trying to milk the views. While Chris will spend 2 years to help people who really need it. Thank you Chris! You personally have saved me over 5k by helping me fix my various vehicle issues. You are the best!

@AlexisRubik 2 года назад

The way Chris took the engine apart, it is exactly the same way my local dealership works.

@icankickflipok 5 месяцев назад

This is what I call integrity. Not trying to waste anyone’s time or buy curiosity views by hoping people’ll come back to “finally see the results of the plan talked about in the last video.”

@mistercables9943 Месяц назад

Chris I really like that every time you open the coolant fill, you specify that it’s cold and safe to do so.

@PhenomII1090T 2 года назад

Chris Fix and Project Farm are by far the best reviewers on the internet, always awesome to watch!

@aurias01 2 года назад

I thought it was a project farm video by the thumbnail lol good vid

@PhenomII1090T 2 года назад

@@aurias01 ha! Looking at the thumbnail I can see it

@mustanghunter2020 2 года назад

You have helped millions of regular Joe’s like myself better understand how their vehicle operates. While I do not have time to fix my vehicle myself, your videos have helped me keep from getting played at the mechanic shop. Thank you for your dedication to being so thorough.

@justexisting8457 2 года назад

Same!

@TndPnyRCofficial 2 года назад

I always encourage people who aren’t into cars or don’t know anything about cars to at least know their vehicle. The more they know the car, the less chance of a scam mechanic prying out money from them

@usualstbot1427 2 года назад

whos joe?

@ihatelexuslol 2 года назад

@@usualstbot1427 joe mama

@kengit2 2 месяца назад

Wow! This video deserves a lifetime achievement award!!👏 The thoroughness and dedication, unmatched!! 🥇

@chuitoshorts 7 месяцев назад

Thank you Chris for all your time

@otabash 2 года назад

I've been watching Chris ever since those old videos, when he used to talk with a very different tone voice (serious voice haha). Is very clear how good he has become at this, but I think this is his best video. What a patience! Wait 2 years to give us this kind of info.... RESPECT!! I have learned a lot from this guy over these years. Thank you vey much!

@chrisfix 2 года назад

Thanks a lot!

@kristenjersey7250 2 года назад

Sounds very much like Luke Lango on the stock/investment tapes!

@richardday3136 2 года назад

Probably the most thorough video I've seen on youtube.

@qiwang6395 2 года назад

@@chrisfix DUDE, I used Blue Devil and the head gasket issue is solved, no more coolant leaks and car is running at normal temperatures. My mechanic tried telling me to buy new engine since fixing head gasket is too complex and time consuming for him. For added support I was wondering if people can try using different head gasket product within days of each other? Would you recommend that?

@jojo-ub5bw 2 года назад

This video was 2 years in the making? You really are the real deal❤

@RJ-x 2 года назад

The dedication of this man

@chrisfix 2 года назад

Wanted to show some real world, long term testing in the best way possible!

@paymaker11 2 года назад

Best on the net!😁

@jojo-ub5bw 2 года назад

@@chrisfix And this is why youre the best. Didnt rush a video for clicks. Real man of the people. Salute😎

@jasonjr2500 2 года назад

@@chrisfix You are the best when it comes to helping with problems and solutions on cars

@mrprosale 10 месяцев назад

The BEST video about head gasket sealers! Awesome, Chris is THE MAN !

@vashstampede4878 8 месяцев назад

I've never put any kind of stop-leak in my car, bought it 8 years ago. 2008 Chrysler 300c 5.7L hemi Busted a lifter. Did the replacement with a friend. Also had a blown head gasket. When I took the heads off, I saw the break in the gasket with stop-leak near it and EVERYWHERE ELSE IN THE COOLING PORTS. The far rear ports on both sides were COMPLETELY clogged, so the back of my engine hadn't been getting proper coolant for who knows how many years. Probably what eventually caused my lifter to die, along with idling for too long on a fairly regular basis, smoking cigarettes in the parking lot before work (Oops). That's my experience with sealer/stop-leak. And, dude... What a video! Got yourself a new sub

@marcusholtzheimer9316 2 года назад

There’s a lot of mechanics on RU-vid but nobody I’ve seen can match your energy and simple way of explaining how party of the engine work. I remember years ago learning how to wash my car and detail engines from your videos. Just wanted to say thank you for all the knowledge you’ve passed on Chris you made an enthusiast out of a laymen. I’m almost done fixing up my first non hand me down rig that I actually own and it feels so good!

@MiguelASant 2 года назад

Goonzquad but their channel is a tad bit different.😉

@Hym5225 2 года назад

@@MiguelASant goon squad??? They should have picked a different name if they wanted to be taken seriously

@nuzzget 2 года назад

@@MiguelASant Garage 54 all the way.

@carlel4219 2 года назад

He does have a lot of energy.

@MiguelASant 2 года назад

@@Hym5225 😊 They made that name years ago they also explained way they named it that. But either way their channel is still great!!

@moca4783 2 года назад

The time has finally arrived😩 missed u Chris

@RJ-x 2 года назад

Yeah it’s been long🥲

@farisshaikh2852 2 года назад

I missed him more tho

@kyruzarnejo7472 2 года назад

well i guess he probably make a video from 2 years ago to now and also i think this is the reason why we don't have any Reports about the Jaguar X type head gasket replacement

@Benlucky723 2 года назад

Same

@kyruzarnejo7472 2 года назад

same thing to the other repairs like the axles Abs module and so on because he's testing a head gasket sealer

@Fuzzyhead5060 11 месяцев назад

Man thank you so much Chris. I had to use similar stuff to fix a hairline fracture in my radiator today, and I’ve been so stressed I hurt my baby. I feel much more confident now that I did the right thing!

@kevinainscough6839 10 месяцев назад

Very helpful video and for sure the best I've seen so far for a decent amount of time temporary fix! Thanks chris!

@kameronproductions3569 2 года назад

4/5 cars it’s fixed, and on the one it failed turned out wasn’t actually a headgasket. I’ve ever only used blue devil and works great

@Jeremyho439 2 года назад

Me too. How long ago?

@2MasterBuilder2 2 года назад

The head studs are probably what caused the head to warp.

@WillemVerb 2 года назад

The single best video on RU-vid

@hiimappy 2 года назад

The single best channel when it comes to fixing on youtube

@josefbecher4790 21 день назад

This may be the best video ive ever watched. Im was homeschooled and at 40 im still a self learning guy with many interests.. this was so enjoyable and impressive!

@michaelchownyk5255 4 месяца назад

Thank you very much for making this video. I already have a good working knowledge of what’s happening there, but you explain it so perfectly. You are the reason why I love, RU-vid. Please keep making videos you rule buddy.

@victor_sanchez7542 2 года назад

This guy taught me so much over the years. I started fixing my dads truck then my truck since I was 14. Thank you sir for all you have provided for us

@oliverriley2180 2 года назад

Best time to start!

@glenniz1 2 года назад

I've been working on cars for nearly fifty years, and I've tried many different head gasket sealers over the decades. Usually the sealers from my early days were made to just get you home, but over the last decade things have definitely changed. My experience over the last ten years has seen quite a big difference in the quality and performance of these additives, and the one I recommend most would be Blue Devil, from their rear main seal repair, to transmission shift additive, and head gasket sealer, they are definitely The Best in my opinion!!!!

@anubaral 2 года назад

what you should recommend is get the actually fixed, if you can't afford that high bill just get a cheaper car and don't go to a dealer ship for starters. If you're car is worth $1500 i doubt anyone will be able to spend 30 000$ on a newer car, so yea, fix it if the bodywork is in good shape. On the used market you'll never know if there is sawdust in the engine or not.

@user-ku2ic1vs3i 4 месяца назад

Man you’re awesome! That’s why I watched your videos the time and dedication you put into it makes it even better! No one on earth does that much respect brother! You’ve taught me a lot and give us confidence we can do anything!

@chrisfix 4 месяца назад

Thanks a lot!

@MiniFilms96 3 месяца назад

WOW the commitment to the 2 year timeline is unreal but! i thank you for your test it helps me out sm rn with deciding on options for temporary solution for my project build haha

@LearningAutomotive 2 года назад

The dedication this man puts into the channel…what a legend🙌🏽

@chrisfix 2 года назад

I want you guys to get the best info and best videos possible!

@LearningAutomotive 2 года назад

@@chrisfix and it definitely shows! Never seen any other channel go through such lengths as a two year timeframe to test out things like this; if at all, the best a channel would do is probably just say “yeah I’ve tested it, worked for about two years, 10k miles so I’d recommend it,” but you always break it down so much and make it extremely easy to follow along and understand the videos and the steps and components that will be associated with the job. It’s amazing, really🙌🏽long time fan here, and very much looking forward to all future videos❤️‍🔥keep up the great work!

@LearningAutomotive 2 года назад

Not to mention, you STILL go through the whole comments section and interact with everyone who has feedback or questions, always willing to clarify what you can🙌🏽👏🏽definitely worthy of all your success🔥🔥

@googleearthknoth1333 2 года назад

@@chrisfix I have so many things to say but I want to sell it up like this I'm a 35-year master technician ASE certified that was so well said that was some of the greatest information I've ever seen on the internet very very informative information was golden thank you very much and the world thinks you, don't change buddy! Your new friend Dave

@chrisfix 2 года назад

@@googleearthknoth1333 thanks a lot Dave!

@popweasel2883 2 года назад

1:58 about 5 million subscribers 2 years ago. Almost 8 and a half million now. The dedication to make a video like this shows why you deserve it.

@X-Dub 6 месяцев назад

Just sorted the comments by new and was amazed to see Chris still replying. I recently pressure tested my radiator and went through every chamber with an endoscope and found coolant filling my 4th chamber. The car usually last 60 miles before it needs a coolant top of so I'm hoping the blue devil HG sealant does it's thing. I'll be removing the thermostat and giving it a flush before i run the test but will be back with updates and results. Hoping for the best!

@chrisfix 6 месяцев назад

Let me know how it goes!

@X-Dub 5 месяцев назад

I ended up doing an oil change before and after but so far it's holding up, now we see how long we can roll 🤘😎

@harigopaldas108 2 месяца назад

@@X-Dubhow did it go?

@X-Dub 2 месяца назад

@@harigopaldas108 got a good two months in before it started to overheating again, taking it to the shop to get the engine pulled and resurfaced. Not a bad temporary job to save for the task though

@TheClassicmind 2 месяца назад

Awesome job, so we'll explained and thought out, but the best is the dedication you put into it. Thanks for the video.

@tavarish 2 года назад

Watched this all the way through. Amazing as always!

@dParakeet 2 года назад

Parakeet approves this message 🙌

@shilohstore6086 2 года назад

I'm watching with my 300C sitting in the driveway with a head gasket blown

@rhamlay8806 2 года назад

Can you give us an update about your McLaren?

@justinmurphy2227 2 года назад

I totally agree Mr. Ish....lol. While everyone is worrying about phone numbers and blurry spots (engine nudity lol), I was just crazy happy to see someone actually do this test the RIGHT way and show that these can work.....and can get you home! You know a little about all that now don't ya? LOL. Real quick though, what caused the original overheating issue that caused the head warpage?

@chrisfix 2 года назад

Thanks a lot bud!

@alciderichards3622 Год назад

Excellent job. I am an engineer and you did everything right. From the theory to the test to the dissassembly and analysis. Very impressive Chris.

@Loompius Год назад

How do you tell if someones an engineer???

@kevo8225 Год назад

@@Loompius Ask them 😁😁

@StrongerThanBigfoot Год назад

Can you guys design cars that people can work on without tearing apart the whole engine to get to something?

@Juan-dc6yf Год назад

@@StrongerThanBigfoot they're all yes men. The boss says make it cheap and they say yes sir and sure they will talk to each other about how the plane will fall out of the sky but in front of their boss they are cucks