This is a true technician. Not just parts house swappers. These guys remind me of the ole German tech who taught me. He taught me brands manufacturers none of that matters, you understand components, their function, and relation to each other you can use them to your benefit. He showed me how yo run a 3.0l honda v6 on GM hei modules. Great teacher and his lessons changed my view on cars. Its got me out of many jams as i can modofy things to what i need in a pinch. For example i rebuilt the ole hei ignition module and used it on my 79 kawasaki because a new ignitor box was 400$.
I turned wrenches for 10 years after getting my associates in auto repair. I left the business about 15 years ago cause of the way the industry is; shady people, cut throat, just churn and burn customer be damned. I couldn't stand it, even after 10 years and as many shops (from dealers to independents to franchise chains) I had to choose my conscience over something I truly enjoyed doing. You sir, are an absolute gem! If I had found someone like you, I guarentee I would still be turning wrenches for a living. Man, it's so refreshing to see someone do things the right way and actually care about their product, their employees, and their customers. I wish you another 34 years and more! Godspeed 🙏
I made a good living for 30 years-25 as a shop owner- and did a lot of related work for corporations and the government. Your job is what you make of it.
My question to you is this. If you love doing it, then why don't you or why didn't you open your own shop? I know it's not a cheap investment, but the world needs honest mechanics and they're just rare these days. I wish we had a shop like this nearby. But they're all scamming people that are ignorant to mechanical work. I've tried finding a good shop because I've had a couple back surgeries and some jobs I can't do without having to make or rig things to help me get at it. Makes a 4 hour job two days. But it is what it is and I will not be taken advantage of so I end up struggling and dealing with the pain so I don't pay 11 grand for a engine when it's the flexplate that's the problem.
@maddawgnoll I live in a large US city on the west coast, where cost of living is high, and shop space is hard to come by and expensive. Didnt have a giant barn or something nearby I could convert into a shop either. So the start up costs would have been astronomical, and it just wasn't in the cards for me at that time. And now I make 6 figures doing something I also enjoy, still fixing things, I just fix people's houses instead of their cars.
@@MrAdam-ry2rh I hear you there. I lived in the bay area (SJ/Los Gatos) before moving to the armpit of CA (redding area). It doesn't matter where you live in CA, everything is overpriced and over governed. I no longer live in the communist regime known as CA, but it isn't much cheaper here in Montana either. Glad you found something you like to do. That's important. Working in a job that doesn't being any satisfaction at the end of the day is an absolute miserable way to have to live. Because of a back injury and a couple surgeries I've been able to open my own business in leathercraft which is something I truly enjoy. Just wish it wasn't so dependent of tourism up here.
That last little interview with the customer was really awesome. I've seen many of your videos but that was next level. You didn't pressure him to replace something big and it came from his mouth. You worked with what you had. We need more of that in this new replace parts SO CALLED "repair" world.
@@gonesilent2814 because 8k isnt going to buy you a new diesel truck and he hasnt even gotten his money's worth out of the truck he did buy which only has 40,000 miles on it.
Judging by the damaged area, and the specific oil filter I used. I believe this could possibly be the engine out of my Titan that was totaled in February this year. The truck had about 105k miles on it. It was very meticulously maintained. Synthetic blend oil and filter change every 5k. And Fuel filters every 10k religiously. Coolant flush @ 50k. I also ran hot shot secret in every tank. I put the truck on a diet @ 50k with a light 60hp tow tune. I towed with it almost every weekday. it never skipped a beat. I miss that truck, but I’m really glad it’s going to save someone else’s.
Dave, your shop is a living testament to you sir. Been in the business myself for years and those techs that work for you should feel honored every day they walk into your shop. Everyone seems to be true professionals. Thank you for bringing honor to the automotive field and elevating the game. Well done sir!!
You take the time to show young mechanics how to achieve at the same time you take care of your customers. With the patience you have and care you take. You need the title of Professor. This is one college I'd pay to get in.
There’s a group of guys that would love the extra help for these, owners have been mostly left in the dark unable to find help. Nissan has been mostly useless for this, Cummins won’t help due to rights issue with the motor. Thank you so very much for the helpful insight! If I need major repair, will ship the truck from MI to you…
Honestly, I love how clean your shop rooms are. I greatly appreciate taking those extra steps to keep an organized and clean shop. It’s a reflection of your work.
The huge issue is not only the shop, but customers are not willing to pay extra to fix their cars correctly. A lot of them want the bare min. A lot complain for a lower cost but will not replace little things we write up as techs. Oh replace this bec it will be an issue, they see the price and they freak out. Its a 2 way street, customers just want to change oil forever and put off not only mileage maintenance that companies recommend on mileage, but also preventative maintenance they will refuse. Then they will cry when they need a motor.
I like what Dave did with the transmission. He did the work with help so if there was an issue and the transmission had to be replaced it was his call. Great job!!
This sickens me how our industry that started off as humble and being able to repair and maintain your own vehicle, has turned into such an ugly cash grab by all these big corporations. It's changed so much for the worst throughout the years and only seems to be getting worse! Great video on the topic Dave keep it up!
9:54 I worked for a shop that didn’t tell customers about other problems on a customer’s vehicle and told me: “worry about that later, they’ll be back”. I would sneak it into my report on the circle hoping the customer would see. They also wouldn’t replace anything outside of the original concern. They expected me to sacrifice my quality of work and I couldn’t do it. I was paid flag hours and often lost money because I chose to do right by the customer instead of my wallet. After 5 months, I grabbed my tools, walked away, and went out on my own. My hat off to you Dave, continue pouring into the younger generation 👍
It's a long shot but I'll speak. I wish my dad was EXACTLY like Dave. I was 13 when I was taken from my bed on a Saturday and was FORCED and IMMERSE in cars. I'm now 37 with the knowledge Dave has. And have proven it. I wish the things that happened in my life didn't happened but I'm rebuilding my self and Dave your my inspiration to start over.
I really want to thank you for inspiring me to become an automotive mechanic. The satisfaction of tearing down an engine and rebuilding it is something satisfying.
I know a lot of people have their opinions on the GM 6 liter gas, but I love the facts it's simple, it was relatively cheap compared to the diesel I also owned, and parts are sitting on the shelves. It would make me sick to buy a truck at that type of cost and not be able to buy parts a couple years later.
I used to work for case ih building sprayers and floater trucks and occasionally we built cotton pickers too. Everything was on a tact time to roll the line ahead on schedule. They would literally send people down to the assembly lines to video tape us and then review the footage and count our steps and movements and “ lost time “. It was maddening but you learned how to be efficient, put all the parts and tools you’re gonna need for a particular assembly on your rolling bench and bring it with you, set your hardware out where you’re gonna need it when you’re actually assembling. You can really cut out a lot of wasted time. And always clean up messes as you make them 👍
The respect Dave had toward the young mechanic while training him was awesome. That's how it should be done. Dave's one those top tier role models. You can't easily replicate that.
This might be my new favorite video on the channel so far. It showed a resolution at the end, showed the struggles that a shop owner/mechanic deals with, and showed how to navigate those struggles with patience, perseverance, and grace. Good job all around on this one, from Dave to the mechanics to the video editors. This is what I’m here to watch, so keep it up.
I just hit 60k on my 2018 Titan and just ordered the oil catch can. I have changed the oil religiously and only use a synthetic blend oil and just changed to amsoil from here on out..!
It TRUMP where I office he ( the customer) could afford a new engine replacement instead of a junkyard gamble engine..... we all are stuck figuring things out... Good job Dave and fam/team..
Appreciate that. I've worked hard on my relationship skills to become a better boss. It's taken me a long time but it sure is important to me. Working on it continually because I need to improve
It's so satisfying watching you and your guys do such an amazing job. Both technically and in how you treat your customers and employees. See everyone, you can do the right thing, and still earn a good living. You and your shop are a real class act!
This is great! Mentor your young workers! Don’t be a jerk cause nobody likes working for a jerk or with a jerk. They need direction and sometimes a lot of direction! Have patience! Dave is such a good guy!
I work in insurance and the biggest nightmares I have ever had have been trying to find parts for Nisaan models - some only 4 or 5 years old. In my opinion they are notorious for changing model styles and not supporting the older generations. For that reason, I will not own a Nissan
My mechanic was telling me the ones we have in Australia, England and africa, they had one timing chain as the original block design had but increased compression, turbo and all this other crap and the chain would break. So someone made a dual chain aftermarket one where you just add an extra chain to run 2 chains and it was strong enough. VERY NEXT MODEL they changed the POSITIONING of everything and stuck with the one chain so now that aftermarket fix WOULDN'T FIT. Ever since renault bought up 45% of them in the early 2000s, EVERYTHING has gone to crap with them. Same model was commonly getting chassis cracks as well
I still love my 2019 Nissan Titan XD diesel. We have two Nissan dealerships in IDAHO with awesome, well trained diesel techs. We love diesels in Idaho.
His was 2018 You got one more year thinking it’s awesome. It’s a horrid terrible engine In a terrible chassis From one of the worst manufacturers. Yea diesels are awesome Your titan is a liability.
Condition, cause, correction, confirm. These words will ring in my ears forever Dave. Love your approach on fixing stuff and customer treatment. If only you'd be a bit closer (I'm in Europe) you'd definitely have my customs. Keep it up, I really enjoy your videos. 🙏 Oh and one more thing, you understand the metric system. Wooo hooo! 😀
I have yet to hear of another shop in my area that would be willing to road test let alone do an 80 mile one! I just had a clutch, flywheel, pressure plate, and bearings done in my '97 Camaro SS and after putting 120 miles on it the bolts on the transmission mount are coming loose and the transmission feels like it's hitting inside the tunnel when I go over bumps. So far the shop that did the work is standing by it but, I can't help wondering why he didn't want to drive it outside of the parking lot. Hopefully it doesn't turn into another horror story. Fantastic work as always Dave and Team!
I love how this guy mentors young men. It would have been so great if I had enough mechanical ability even to make a paper airplane that isn't screwed up to go to work for a shop and just to learn. Just start doing it when you're 18 or 19 and then by the time you're 30 you have expertise you are valuable.
Great video Dave! So thorough and concerned for your customers. You deserve a break; watch the movie "Remember The Titans" tonight!! Excellent movie!!!!!
Taking the time to power wash and clean the frame and transmission before installing a the new engine is the attention to detail you look for 👌 good job!
I am really impressed with the quality of work and the attention to detail that y’all put into your work. Excellent communication with your customers. More shops need to take notes.
Really like what you did both for checking out the used engine and getting that trans sealed up. Attention to the details of what makes it work correctly for the long haul makes a big difference. Replacing those gaskets and seals and testing the engine before installing is the “piece de resistance!” Having the tools like the sim tester makes it possible. I don’t know of any shop that can afford that for the run of the mill production operation. But it’s great to know where one is available should you need it.
Dave you are a gentleman and scholar. I really enjoy watching the show but more how you and your shop operate. I keep learning new little things/tricks that i never new before and sure didn't learn in automotive school.
Thanks for showing us how to do things the right way sir, as a newbie in this business i appreciate the way you show your ethics on every job, not only has helped me but also my friends who im teaching as im also learning everyday
Outstanding job I really liked the way you showed your mechanic how to figure out and also how to do the job the best way. Out standing job on the bushing and seal on that transmission job. The diesel engine was a aussme job too.
Dave excellent Diag, implementation, followup, research. + going the extra mile. You & your crew did an amazing job. Over here on the east coast I don't know of any that performs at your caliber of experience and excellence. God Bless, TMP from N.J.
Awesome episode Dave!!! This was a real challenge!!! Excellent job diagnosing and repairing the replacement engine issues... What is interesting , is the lack of factory parts support that Nissan provided... That company has changed a lot, since the time their good vehicles and equipment were available, The earlier Z-cars the earlier mini-P/U trucks and their earlier economy cars, like the 510, B-210 , their earlier forklifts are good examples of what this company has done right, in the past... If they keep manufacturing these problematic vehicles that parts can not be bought for, this company just might become a thing of the past...
Nice job, Dave and your shop! That 5.0L Cummins has been a challenge since day one, but overall, it’s not a bad engine. Never meant to as robust as the B6.7, it does a good job in the 1/2 ton Titan. Too bad the truck didn’t pan out for Nissan. Thanks for doing a great job for the owner of this truck. There needs to be more shops like yours!
Dude…. Your videos have always highlighted your superb leadership. This one exposes your talents as professor…. I am SUPER envious…… However….. The more I watch you videos it’s super obvious that internal combustion engines and the transmissions that go with them days are numbered. Soooo many points of failure. Soooo much complexity… My son the big shot battery chemical engineer tells me that batteries are getting better/safer/cheaper by the day. The batteries his company is making they put into a tesla and got 750 miles on one charge. Tesla engineers are saying their latest batteries will easily get 500,000 miles. Dave at your age this transition to electric propulsion will probably not effect you.professionally … But rest assured your young mechanics tell there grandkids that once upon a time they worked on machines that burned fuels to make rotational motion……. I think you produce the best videos on RU-vid…. Thank you very much….
Love your work Dave, you are the type of person I strive to be every day. Concern, cause, correction. This is something that runs across my mind regularly and I thank you for all of your knowledge you share. On a different note I remember when these things first came out, I took one look under the hood and knew this was a nightmare waiting to happen. My hat is off to you sir
The problem is it’s practically impossible to get parts to rebuild them unfortunately. And you cant cant hardly get new longblock s anymore. Makes the used motors crazy expensive as its the only option.
One more awesome job Dave I'm completely addicted to your channel looking forward to the fall i would like to bring my Ram 6.7 up to you for some engine work. Take care stay safe and may God bless you always 🙋♂️🇬🇧🇺🇸
I'd definitely keep a couple of those bushings and seals in stock if i were you Dave . If there's one bad apple in the bushel you'll usualy find more down the road.
you guys are awesome! i love watching your videos... i learn more and more and it makes me more confident to get into my vehicles a little more (and know where to stop and get a pro when i should!)
I just had a junk yard trans I put in, It was bad. Jerked it out and the "junk yard" jerked me around on warranty. The counter guy said I wasn't buying a new one so I should expect to waste my time with what they sell me. Yeah, out 12 hours, $100 in fluid and programming fees.
@@mph5896 ouch... you know these days there is probably a full time business for someone to do used engine inspections. Like a used car inspection, but just for engines. Need a way of verifying compression, leak down or other damage before paying all that labor time etc
I like the idea of sharing places that we can contact to find parts that can't be found by stealerships. I heards there are places that if you give them the measurements they can make seals and bearings. Let the people know where to find these godsends! But great job overall!
Ive been looking for a diesel truck. I kept seeing these for really attractive prices, but that seemed like a red flag. Couple tech friends told me stay away. Now this series comes up and i really see why. Such a shame this was a flop. Heavy duty half ton trucks would really fill a needed gap for guys like me, but crap like what Nissan/Cummins did with this will forever ruin that idea. Thanks for showing it all and finding creative solutions!
