GMC Envoy: No Throttle

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In this video I have a look at a 2008 GMC Envoy that was dropped off from another shop with a customer complaint of poor running, no acceleration, service engine soon light on, reduced power light and many more. Evidently this happened after car sat for about a month. -Enjoy!
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@tuccimane 3 года назад

What kind of world are we in a guy can't play the ice cream guy?!

@chrisgabbert658 3 года назад

😂

@DarkFlamage 3 года назад

I don't want to play the "ice cream guy", I'd much rather play "Ice Cream Man" by Van Halen. David Lee Roth does a great job singing that song!!!!

@CitizenPerkins 3 года назад

+tucci3tears -- Mr. O: "So, you're saying you don't have enough money to pay for your ice cream sandwich, eh?" 🤣

@salembiad2 3 года назад

Ignore the haters and the trolls. They’re jealous of your success. Also… “naughty little PCM turning itself on”… that’s what makes this channel gold.

@WhiskeyRiverRifleman 3 года назад

I am a GM master technician with the world-class rating. There is absolutely nothing wrong with what Eric did with that butt connector. Solid repair, great video.

@lukem7203 3 года назад

Better than solder in high vibration applications. Solder makes the wire weak where the solder wick ends.

@ozzykrahn806 3 года назад

no one is a master at anything, before we know it, they change the game

@dassme1 3 года назад

Great job Eric 👏👌

@burtbacarach5034 3 года назад

You make me throw up in my mouth a little!JK

@xenolard 3 года назад

I'm not a hmm matter tech with a world class rating but I agree there's nothing wrong with them little buggers. I use them all the time to good affect

@andrewvillanueva4222 3 года назад

Eric O. You are the master mechanic. These other people are not master mechanics. They probably do no work on cars for a living. Amazing any person would make a negative comment on the way you fix cars.

@alfredocarpaneto5976 3 года назад

Every young mechanic should be required to watch one SMA video each day for his first three years of his career.

@dieseldoll2764 3 года назад

Jay in the back “There’s your problem lady”. At the same time as the viewers 😭😭

@freetolook3727 3 года назад

Seems like if it weren't for SMA, then a lot of auto repair shops would go out of business.

@Cheepchipsable 3 года назад

Sometimes it's best to farm out the stuff you don't do well to those who can do it more effectively. Can save the customer money in the long run.

@steveloux4709 3 года назад

Or at least, they would not obtain the Google 5-star review they obtain with Eric's help!

@MrWolfSnack 3 года назад

@@Cheepchipsable Some shops are too busy or do not have enough garage bays to mothball teardowns while waiting for parts. My Durango had to be outsourced to a shop 20 miles away to do a total brake line replacement for the entire chassis because the shop did not have the tools or the space to do it.

@michaelearl6991 3 месяца назад

I know you patched a little hole were you poked the yellow wire but you didn't show us now I worry

@aku2dimensional 3 года назад

I agree that the window looks like an ice cream shoppe ordering window and I had thought that to myself right before you mentioned it, reminds me of old style Rita's counter. Also I don't understand why armchair mechanic folk want to nitpick your methods on repairs, you have about 25 years experience and I'd certainly trust your shop based off that and all of your videos. If you were a bad mechanic you wouldn't have people coming from miles away to have work done on their cars and a full parking lot of stationary vehicles, or those long term customers you've mentioned a few times.

@freetolook3727 3 года назад

"You like role playing... when I'm the carpenter man." My sides still hurt from laughing...

@PayNoTaxes0GetNoVote 3 года назад

I prefer "lawn boy". "Ma'am, would you like your bush trimmed too?"

@pookatim 3 года назад

Yeah! A mechanic playing the role of a carpenter? There has to be more to that story!

@freetolook3727 3 года назад

@Lord Edward You know there is but you probably don't want to know.

@JHruby 3 года назад

Yeah, I thought this video was about to lose its family-friendly rating at that point.

@freuardo84 3 года назад

Im still dying from laughter.

@johnjohannemann1220 3 года назад

As a 63 year old Ford master technician, I love your videos. I love how they are not sugarcoated and they are real time scenarios. I appreciate the humor and banter that comes along with every video. I don’t have to tell you that you are good at what you do. You’re reputation speaks for itself! I will say good job as always. Thank you for what you do. I look forward to many more videos to come.👍🏻

@adamjones2025 3 года назад

More adult humor in eric's videos than a comedy channel. Also i love how other shops bring it to eric to fix that tells you he's the man.

@justina249 3 года назад

Cracks me up people who complain usually have no clue what they're talking about. And you have pretty happy customers with what you do.

@samueljames9342 3 года назад

The "naysayers " will always be there, your track record speaks for itself. Great job.

@MrOakley92 3 года назад

I'm an owner operator trucker and I always like to 'study' your videos mostly for electrical diagnostics to help my thought process straighten out. But your videos are the best when at about 22min and I'm staring at the screen like a school kid and you give a funny brain break with Mrs. O that makes me laugh out loud haha you and your videos are such a great tool. Thanks Eric O and keep it up! 🇺🇸

@kenpecora7526 3 года назад

The sign out front should read "The Broken Wire Garage".

@markcollins457 3 года назад

And below that "green chrusty" abatement!

@phatbuddha1 3 года назад

"We fix what other shops can't fix"

@BirdbrainedPhoenix 3 года назад

Broken Wire Garage (And Ice Cream)

@Lammergeier350 3 года назад

I've recently migrated from being a big-box retail auto parts window-licker to being an commercial auto parts window-licker... the number of oxygen sensors, throttle position sensors, even those god-awful Ford vacuum hub disconnect actuators that get returned by shops not doing proper diagnoses is making me lose faith in the automotive industry. Thank you for teaching me how to do it right.

@richardthomas1743 3 года назад

Eric deserves way more than 5 stars .

@jdrs4214 3 года назад

...and a sponsorship from Napa Auto Parts too.

@chrisnj3204 3 года назад

MR. O you are the BEST. I wish your shop wasn't 4 hours from me, my car and everyone that I know their car would be at your shop getting fixed.

@peterlevy7679 3 года назад

Don't understand why people carry when you join a wire with a sleeve, all lugs, connecter pins are all done with crimps so no difference, love your work from Aust.

@totalyep 3 года назад

I agree but the crimp on the connector pins is different and a lot better.

@peterlevy7679 3 года назад

@@totalyep Yep agreed

@nomad4x 2 года назад

The fact other shops bring things to you to fix says volumes about your abilities! Love these videos!

@jris 3 года назад

Maybe it’s the years of watching SMA vids and it’s all starting to click, but this seemed like one of Eric’s best explained diagnosis videos.

@Anonymous-it5jw 3 года назад

Wish I had the patience and sense to do it his way - saves hours of playing under the hood with no positive results.

@unclemarksdiyauto 3 года назад

FYI: I have never thrown up watching this channel! (How many channels get a comment like that?) I like your ice cream window idea! Kids can help too! Too bad Mrs O already is working full time! The only thing missing was the use of brake clean! I think that always puts a smile on everyones face.

@jefferp 3 года назад

If all types of different crimp connectors are good enough for aircraft, they’re good enough for earth bound vehicles. It’s all about proper use.

@FoxHole345 3 года назад

You beat me to this. My uncle worked on aircraft for many years and those things are put together with crimp connectors and zip ties. More than adequate.

@metalsurgeon9196 3 года назад

Jeff, my first shop foreman was a retired air force guy, he told all kindo horror stories that makes me not wanna fly! He did say that it's all about the proper use in the proper place, that one stuck right up to today!

@ronwilgenbusch1961 3 года назад

I got hung up once at an airport for 1hr sitting on a plane at the gate because of a seat back tray that wouldn’t stay up. People were giving the crew and the mech who showed up all kinds of grief.

@jefferp 3 года назад

My favorite “mechanic vs passenger” story is when an old friend of mine was working in the cabin with a plane full of people. A passenger was giving him grief about him talking too long to fix the problem. He finally had all he could take and told the passenger, “Unless you want to end up in the bay in a pile of whale shit, shut up and let me do my job!” (He was working on electrical cables the size of your thumb behind the flight attendant seat.)

@volvo09 3 года назад

Yeah, if you don't trust a crimp connector, you've only used the cheapo dollar store ones. They come in vast qualities.

@PaulHigginbothamSr Год назад

Eric when you all the time fix other shops failures, I cannot say anything bad about your work, and I played your mom story for my wife. Dad will make sure you grow up a God fearing young man.

@bulldogsv2 3 года назад

When you honked the horn I was waiting for Josh to shout out "Hey, it's that guy."

@jack002tuber 3 года назад

LOL!!!

@D989501L 3 года назад

Wow you've really outdone yourself this time, two opening windows with fly screens, you are a smooth Charmer, lucky Mrs O 😀. Regards Richard 🇬🇧

@born2golf1 3 года назад

The diagnostic process you go through is a great teachable moment

@jessj3010 3 года назад

I absolutely agree. Even without a high-end scanner, I have applied SMA diagnostic techniques with cars I have repaired in my driveway and my job. I'm extremely grateful for yhe SMA channel

@jack002tuber 3 года назад

With acorn bits under the aircleaner I expected some rat to jump out at him

@josecondemarin9586 3 года назад

Eric, crimping wires is the right way, in the mining business we use this type of connectors, because seals and crimps wires and stop the humidity, done it for long time. You doing the right thing. Great troubleshooting skills, there is much to learn from each other.. Haters are just jealous. Great video thanks

@thezombino6119 3 года назад

I'm attempting to bring the skills you have shown, with me to a local shop I've just graciously been accepted into. We appreciate all the knowledge and skill you show. You are freaking awesome Eric O!

@tmcgaffigan 3 года назад

It’s a GM preferred method of wiring repair

@jack002tuber 3 года назад

@Joe Huff Common sense is not common

@ve3lks997 2 года назад

Just keep in mind that you will NEVER come close to being a South Main Auto shop unless you have the lovely Mrs. O sitting at reception! 😂

@tracydiller9378 3 года назад

The only people that is making negative Comments are the ones that are crimping wrong.Great video Mr.O.

@matt2118 3 года назад

This is one of the best auto repair channels on the web!

@QBRX 3 года назад

I disagree. It's the best.

@farmalltomf 3 года назад

Well played my friend. If you can't figure out what it is, eliminate what it isn't! Rule #1 in diagnostic theory! Rock on Bob Seager!

@nelsonic74 3 года назад

I love these wire chaseing videos I'm an aircraft mechanic and that's what makes the best mechanics is when you can troubleshoot to the component and find a broken wire without loading the parts Cannon

@billiebobbienorton2556 3 года назад

true dat!

@Troy_Built 3 года назад

These are my favorites. The problems that come from other shops are usually the most interesting. That also why I watch Bernie. When they say it's been to three shops it's going to be a good video.

@PayNoTaxes0GetNoVote 3 года назад

@@Troy_Built - Bernie?

@Troy_Built 3 года назад

@@PayNoTaxes0GetNoVote Automotive Test Solutions.

@coache1nine 3 года назад

I'm King of the World when I find a broken wire.

@dailydriver8280 2 года назад

You know you're good when you have a constant flow of work from other shops that can't figure out what's wrong and have to bring it to the Big Kahuna to get it fixed. Watching you track down the problem and fix it correctly instead of replacing parts is a joy to watch. Getting to see Mrs. O isn't a bad thing either 😉. Great job as always.

@polygaryd Год назад

The funny thing is, with schematics and his scan tool that can see inputs and live data, its not hard to track down eletrical issues. The other shops should be able to do this. They are a legitimate mechanic shop afterall I say its easy but I also have a computer science degree and had to learn electronics repair so i use those skills when diagnosing vehicles also. So maybe its hard for others even though they should be trained to repair vehicles properly if they are a legit shop.

@jamesbergfeld5923 3 года назад

Mrs O picked some nice colors for the outside building. She has some great taste.

@amunderdog 3 года назад

I missed the tour of the remodel? I saw a video awhile back, where he was saying it was happening. So it is done?

@MoMonde 3 года назад

Except in her relationships! Lol

@davidmcchargue8427 3 года назад

No nausea here brother!!! Hey, those that can't do thing's, always have some criticism to spout!!! Keep up the great work....We love you out here!!!

@jordanvargovich 3 года назад

I've never had any issues using those wire connectors. But to each their own. Another great video.

@paulkleinschmit9871 3 года назад

I've used them with zero issues as well. I think crimp terminals earned their bad reputation due to all those crappy, pos, sheetmetal stamped electrical pliers. A good crimper makes all the difference in the world.

@adobedoug2564 3 года назад

That’s what they use in aerospace.

@edwardmyers1746 3 года назад

They look pretty legit to me

@coaldigger1998 3 года назад

We use these on 3 million dollar mining machines, no issues

@matthewnowell4657 3 года назад

I use those crimps on milk tankers that get washed every load and have no issues with them, every other repair type has issues . The cheap ones with no glue are junk though.

@alhodge4051 3 года назад

you are indeed a high level diagnostician. no wonder other shops send you their mysteries...

@tctnick4156 3 года назад

Perfectly acceptable repair. Whoever says othetwise should sell their toolbox and get a nice office job

@MikeBrown-ii3pt 3 года назад

They probably all "work from home" and don't even own a tool box!

@GYPSY400 3 года назад

They probably use black tape... so you know where to look next time!

@frankbailey6013 Год назад

Nailed it again. These other shops owe you big time. Hope they show their appreciation with a little ice cream or something.

@jameslarsen3184 3 года назад

My favorite kinds of videos from you. Logic,deduction, theory, repair method and some humor and interaction thrown in! Perfect!

@normanschenck6906 Год назад

Can't believe he got the wooden spoon. Thought it was just me. Great video. Never thought a loom could do that.

@wak359 3 года назад

My thought on the "crimp/seal" connectors: a repair pigtail from Cummins for one of their engines utilizes crimp/seal connectors. If crimp/seal is chosen by Cummins it is fine for use by anyone.

@fulf 3 года назад

Worked in a VW dealer several years ago and several times you got a repair kit there was this style of crimps. VW didient agree of using those with solder. A friend of mine worked with Toyota forklifts and they was onley allowed to use unisolated crimps wih heat shrink after so you could see if it was a god crimp.

@dustinbornhoft2313 3 года назад

Ford tech here. All our warranty wire repairs use mechanical crimps with heat shrink and glue. Same stuff. I would assume most Oems are the same. You the man Eric keep doing what you do!!

@hightttech 3 года назад

@@fulf: I can see that. I absolutely HATE crimping through a condom, so i make a perfect splice with non-insulated crimp, then slide the gourmet, 3M marine condem over it and cook with HOT AIR (not a lighter or torch). The repair is like ART, and is less bulky per wire, if you have a bunch to fix).

@BobPegram 3 года назад

Stars? I can give Eric O. Stars? Where, where? At least there's no reason to clonk him on the head so he SEEs stars! Gr8 job Eric, a pleasure to watch you get to the problem. Even your explanation of the connector you use to fix the wire with should stop most jealous complainers.

@Mike-zu5xj 3 года назад

I've used those connectors for years. They have a proven track record with me. I wonder how the people that complain about the connectors think the ones from factory are attached. As long as you have the proper crimp tool your good to go.

@djtechinics97dj37 3 года назад

I saw you crimp that wire and it gave me the a warm and fuzzy feeling like I just visited the ice cream shop.

@markmichlewicz5141 3 года назад

Ive been a mechanic for 34 years and i learn alot of tips from you.stuff ive never seen.i havent done much electrical in a long time and following you thru a diag is a great refresher course for me so thankyou.

@brucewebb6183 2 года назад

I watch you a lot and you and one other person are the only ones that do a total inspection of the systems that is a sign of a true mechanic

@glassvial 3 года назад

TIL when Eric O's not working on rusty junk, he moonlights as a carpenter 😂

@kevinfergusson8239 9 месяцев назад

There is nothing wrong with those butt conectors. Good work Eric O.😊

@timwilson3150 3 года назад

One of my moms favorite sayings was “I brought you into this world and I can take you out!” Everything you said brought back hilarious memories.

@SouthMainAuto 3 года назад

My dad would tell me he could run faster mad than I could scared... And yes it was true

@justina249 3 года назад

My mom scared the hell out of me when I got in trouble. Boy I got some harsh whippings. Remember once as a little kid I got in trouble at school and the dreaded were calling your mom. Well I had to talk to her after the teacher did and I knew my rear was grass. Sure enough I get home im petrified and boo hooing saying mom im already crying don't whip me. The beat down commenced anyway. Looking back all these years later it taught me keep your head straight and life will be so much easier. Thanks mom rip

@Bellboy40 3 года назад

@@justina249 If there was more of that kind of discipline these days, there would be a lot less problems in this world. A lot of the trouble now is caused by people that have never had any discipline at home.

@justina249 3 года назад

@@Bellboy40 well now if someone spanks their kid or something people scream child abuse. I mean seriously what do you do

@Bellboy40 3 года назад

@@justina249 Yes, you are right about people screaming child abuse. That is part of the problem. People can't spank their children for fear of getting locked up. I don't have to worry about it now. My boy is now 53 but when he was growing up, if he needed his ass whipped, that is what he got, same as I did. Too many Dr. Spocks now for folks to teach their kids how to behave.

@rpeary5043 3 года назад

Nothing like chasing electrical gremlins. Great job tracking it down!

@danielgeng2306 3 года назад

As an electrician 24 years I’ve never had a mechanical crimp come apart. Nice work Eric !

@yarpos 3 года назад

wow you know the current status of every crimp you've done for 24 years?

@phonotd 3 года назад

@@yarpos "current status", was that pun intended? 😆

@shauno3697 2 года назад

If people are throwing up in their mouths over a butt connector, reality is not for them. Keep up the five star work, Eric!

@GmanBuilds 3 года назад

I felt a very cold stare from Mrs O when you mentioned that she liked to role play xD. Great vid got a good laugh out of me

@Fix_It_Again_Tony 3 года назад

LOL, the carpenter. "I got your wood right here".

@gregsidel3557 Год назад

😅 An excellent way to connect The Wire versus sottering. You don't burn nothing up and don't let idiots. And their comments are you know what they're doing, you know what's happening? You're the man. Good job

@shaneanderson1036 3 года назад

gday from East coast Australia.

@polygaryd Год назад

I love how the local shops send their unfixable vehicles to sma. What a reputation Mr. O has.

@montestu5502 3 года назад

The ice cream thing was hilarious!

@Dcs-Brasil 3 года назад

I'm also a mechanic, and with absolute certainty I always see great work here on this channel!

@jebner3066 3 года назад

I love this channel! We need to find a way to get Eric O. to a million subs! You do a great job working on these vehicles. I don't understand people sometimes. You're one of the real mechanics that is trustworthy and cares about your job and customers. If you don't like the way he works...quit watching! Lol

@s.j.5850 3 года назад

He will one get those one million subscribers & he will be the first to crash the site!

@terryargo 3 года назад

Young man I learn a lot from you. I have a 2006 Tahoe that has given me another grey hair. I have been helping the kids with their 6.2 flex fuel escalade. The dash looks like a Christmas tree with all the lights. I’m down to thinking its a stuck lifter. Things have sure changed since my days working in the engine plant in the 70s. Anyway thank you. Screw the negative people they are JEALOUS of you.

@cullenmiller8170 3 года назад

I imagine the rust will kill that car first before the crimp seal connector fails again.

@jack002tuber 3 года назад

202K on it, if his fix lasts three weeks, that's all the car has left in it. =-D

@wtfhaveidone6589 3 года назад

@@jack002tuber Oh, ye of little faith. My wife's 07 Trailblazer has 289,000 miles and is still reliably transporting her around. In NY. With plenty of weight reduction. That GMC looked in reasonably decent condition. It'll last a while yet.

@MrWolfSnack 3 года назад

@@jack002tuber Learn how to maintain your cars and they will last the rest of your lifetime. Follow oil changes and maintenance schedules, be aware of things that do not feel right. Also sheetmetal and bondo as well as chassis protectant paint will take care of the rust issue. The airplanes you fly in are often 25-30 years old and still airworthy because problems are caught before they cause a problem, and maintenance schedules are followed. That's really all there is to it.

@fsu3784 3 года назад

2008 Chevy trailblazer with 150000 miles on it with little to no rust and runs perfectly 💪🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

@fsu3784 3 года назад

Fords are the rust kings in my opinion. They rust like crazy

@jaybailey8044 Год назад

If Eric says the connector is good then it's good. Eric is amazing at finding the wire that was bad and fixing it. I wish he was fixing cars where I live.

@TheJumpn 3 года назад

I’m trying to apply your problem solving skills to my life. You should write a book called “There’s your problem, guy / lady!!”

@lordjaashin 3 года назад

did you just assume two genders?!

@ericroy5677 3 года назад

As an A&P mechanic they are what is frequently specified for aviation wiring repairs, and they are great!

@richsommers6638 3 года назад

Eric I'd trust your splicing procedure any day.

@roxanneabbott8424 3 года назад

Praise the Lord for the American flags down the streets!!! Great job Mr O!!

@matteoregan 3 года назад

Hope you're happy Eric - I laughed so loud at the Mrs. O/role play conversation that I woke my kids up. :) Thanks for the vid!

@grabovg 3 года назад

I know man. That was too funny

@michaelearl6991 Год назад

Used the shrink tube butt connectors for years. Good solid repair.

@timmieclark9976 3 года назад

You did what I would have done. You will always find trolls and haters no matter what you do. Just keep it real and keep the vids comming.

@coryhorne1037 3 года назад

The trolls and haters are the ones that fire the parts cannon and can't fix it

@hannahazboun3363 3 года назад

Best fix is to have a new wire loomed in... Possible not needed. Now how you go about to fixing a wires is your business. You are trying to fix something that broke any method is as good as any. I love your work and your approach. Keep it up.

@rickharper1497 3 года назад

You know what works when it comes to repairing broken wires because you've tested all possibilities!!! EXPERIENCE

@waynefelker3103 Год назад

HELLO ERIC I'VE WIRED SCHOOL BUSES FOR 25 YEARS FOR THOMAS BUS THATS THE ONLY CONNECTOR I'VE USE PAL! YOU THE GREATEST!

@bogoto247 3 года назад

Like how you test things and avoid chaseing wild hares, also avoids creating more faults. Very nice window for Mrs O!

@kallepohl3544 2 года назад

I have to say this as a state-certified electrical engineer with over 20 years of professional experience: These crimp connectors with the heat shrink tubing and the adhesive are the best, if not the only permanent solution to repairing a broken wire in the car. Anything that has the word "soldering" in its name has no place in a car - except everything that is absolutely hard-fixed to the chassis (PCM, ECM, every other component with a PCB). But as Eric already said, due to the vibrations in the car, the copper wires break again exactly at the soldering point. A wire cannot be hard-fixed to the chassis - so it will always move due to the vibrations! That's one of the things that really convinced me right away about Eric, that he's a "good guy" and knows what he's doing. 👍 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

@mitchs323 3 года назад

I used these when I was working, they are a good repair. I worked on salt trucks for 35 years, until we started using these and crimping them correctly was a godsend for us. I also used liquid electrical tape to repair where we used a test light.

@bradforrest6624 Год назад

I am a certified General Motors technician this a solid repair. All of General Motors connector pigtails, come with crimp and seal connectors. Great Video as always Eric

@panzerveps 3 года назад

I love those crimp seal connectors. Quick and easy, and it's what most car makers recommend (require) you use.

@dannywood6842 3 года назад

I was about to comment that it is the recommended VW repair. They explicitly state to never use solder connections. I have always used the crimp/heatshrink/seal type and have never had any issues.

@panzerveps 3 года назад

@@dannywood6842 yup. Never had an issue with them in my 13 years as a vw/audi/Skoda tech. But it can get bulky. Had to repair a transmission wiring on a flooded allroad once. Some 60 wires, if not more... Even if you stagger the connections, you'll struggle getting it to fit in its original place.

@colinfield97 Год назад

No vomit watching you work fella. Those connectors work fine for me every time. Cheers from Scotland.

@DIYDaveOK 3 года назад

I always love your methodical, systematic method of diagnosing issues. Absolute masterclass every time. Thanks as always, Eric! Love the glimpses of the remodeled shop!

@jamesbarlowjr.3762 3 года назад

Eric is definitely a World Class Technician! That’s the way it should be. I live in Ohio and had the same exact issue. And was told mine was throttle body! Which was probably not the issue after seeing this and 1100.00 Dollars later… Yeah I was a little pissed! This was way before I seen this video. I wish I was close he would definitely be my Go To Mechanic! Nice Job Eric! Keep up the Awesome Work! 🤝 James Barlow Chardon, Ohio

@jack002tuber 3 года назад

No vomit here, you did a good repair. Once years ago that was a solder joint with some black tape, but your way is faster and maybe better.

@sylviaverrill6681 3 года назад

I remember the, wait until your father gets home, very well!

@TheFatesLieutenant 3 года назад

Indeed....

@richardcranium5839 3 года назад

"i'm gumma beat you so hard your brother feels it" was a good one i remember

@ranger178 2 года назад

LOL the commentary on the crimp connectors and ice cream window is great it is worth watching the video even if i don't have the car you are repairing

@shermer11 3 года назад

Great Videos. Those connectors are A- OK. Good Mechanical connection and sealed. 30 Years in Electronics experience says so.

@anthonyknight3866 Год назад

I can't help but wonder how those fellas could be so much better as technicians that they have to point it out to everyone else? To those guys I say make up your own content and put it out for all of us to watch betcha a tune up that someone will find fault with something you've done so with that thank u Eric and Mrs O for the part of your alls life u share with us have a wonderful year.

@v4vauxhall498 3 года назад

This wire damage is really common in the uk gm range , as regards your repair duraseal butt connectors are dealer recommended, so concrats on showing the people how to carry out a proper wire repair.

@jccarnut 3 года назад

GM has a part number for those wire to wire repair sleeves, it's a GM approved repair. Good enough for the manufacturer, good enough for me. There is a class at GM tech college if someone needs to know how they work. SMH. Just walk away. "I'm your ice cream man, stop me when I'm passin' by". Great episode !

@chrisrichard298 3 года назад

Eric, you are one of the best, thoughtful, insightful, and thorough mechanics I've ever seen. Your ability to track down faults is legendary. Don't listen to these nitwits. Keep up the awesome work you do, and keep making the awesome videos. I only wish I lived closer so I could take my vehicles to you.

@pookatim 3 года назад

According to the ABYC (American Boat and Yacht Council) electrical standards: The ABYC E-11 standard "solder shall not be the sole means of electrical connection". Due to the possibility of vibration causing solder to crack or otherwise fail, only crimping is permitted in Marine applications. Solder can only be used in addition to a crimp connection. That supports Eric O's argument. I realize we are talking about automobiles, but the Marine standards are higher due to wet environments, salt spray, constant vibrations and pounding electrical connections will likely be subjected to. So Eric, I would say your method of repair is about as good as can be reasonably applied. A sound practice! It provides both a mechanical connection which is best against vibration and as good a protection from moisture and salt as can be desired. BTW-Haters gonna hate!

@electrickal1 3 года назад

As an electrical technician in a hospital here in Ireland, I love watching these sorts of diags and repairs. I spend my days looking for faults on electrical equipment (including vehicles at times) so am always interested. I visit a well known river in NY state not too far north of you guys in the fall, unfortunately couldn't get last year or this year, but hopefully get the pilgrimage back on the road next year. Might even call with SMA on the way up from Newark, will make a change from OCC. Be safe yall.

@danmarklesr6260 3 года назад

Thanks Eric, been crimping wire conn. for over 45 years, it just hit me, I've been destroying the coating on the connectors! Just like a rookie!

@richardcranium5839 3 года назад

i've got about ten crimpers or crimper/strippers in my toolbox just because trying to find ones that wont damage the plastic. they all work good new, bur once they get wear in them .......

@TreyCook21 3 года назад

You make us sick, Dan! Sick, I tell ya!

@danmarklesr6260 3 года назад

@@TreyCook21 Glad I could help!

@TreyCook21 3 года назад

@@danmarklesr6260 I have been doing the "Watch Wes Work" way with the non insulated butt connectors and then sliding glue lined heat shrink over it. Basically the same thing. I'm not a mechanic, though. Gah, I make myself sick!

@blackout260112 2 года назад

Great work, wish shops here were as detailed.

@2harrynipples 3 года назад

Absolutely love you walking us through the thought process involved. Thinking your videos should be part of a mechanic course curriculum , at the college level no less. And nevermind those who disagree with your methods or products you use 'cause I'm sure some of those have a car or two in the backyard, for like 7 years now, and they'll get it running, someday. You seem to accept anything that can be pushed or dragged in and in not much time it leaves under it's own power. More power to you sir, and thank you for the great videos.

@sambitar8448 3 года назад

Your diagnosis is fast and direct to the issue. The tuck came back to life. Impressive. thanks

@rwbishop 3 года назад

For the record, most (but not all) aircraft wire connections are crimped... even from the factory.

@jdtractorman7445 3 года назад

I saw someone comment about that on a video once concerning aircraft, I believe the reasoning is the vibration can cause the solder to crack. That's why they use the crimp method. If it's good enough for the airline industry, it's good enough for passenger cars for sure.

@Wayne-Jones Год назад

As an ex British Airways Engineer Mr O, you can tell the guy that criticised your crimp repair that the next time he’s on a flight to think of all the hundreds of crimp cable repairs thats currently on the Aircraft, does he think we pull the cable along it’s whole length from the aircraft and replace it. Depending on the application we use solder sleeves and inline crimps, heat shrink sealed of course. But I will say it’s strictly regulated, you must use the correct crimp for wire size and the appropriate crimp tool, and staggered so they don’t lay on top of each other. You can’t pull over up there Mr O 👍 Great diag as usual.