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Yes, those NOCO clamps are secure.

@@PaulNaylor3 Thanks, because I want to get a Noco for my Ridgeline and I was trying to envisage how the Noco clamps would attache to the ring terminal. I am alkso considering installing a 6mm bolt on the front inner passenger side where Honda have a pre dilled / tapped hole as a ground point for a jump cable..

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Thank you, Dave. You mentioned the biggest problem with standby generators is they are often ignored until they are needed. If someone runs them for five or 10 minutes at a time every three or four months and then shuts the fuel off letting the carburetor empty and uses a fuel additive the generator should be ready to go. I also recommend keeping an extra spark plug on hand. Yes, these generators can be plugged in to operate a house when done properly. Many people install a transfer switch on the main electrical panel which makes it safe to run a generator and not put power back to the lines, which can kill a lineman working on power lines. Once a transfer switch is installed someone can plug the generator directly into the transfer switch and, based on the size of the generator, can use outlets and everything in the house as you normally would. The next step up from that is a whole house generator which uses natural gas and kicks on automatically when the power goes out. This requires nothing of the homeowner other than to keep the generator maintained. The transfer switch may cost around $1,500 and the whole house generator may cost $10,000 or more dollars. My way of doing this is the most inexpensive. I have about $600 in the generator itself but by the time you add accessories (wheel kit, cover), gas cans, propane tanks, and the extension cords, it is easily over $1,200 in investment.

@@PaulNaylor3 always good to be prepared in a weather related disaster event. Yes the Standby transfer switch is the most important element if one chooses to go that route. Backfeed could be a killer for the lineman. I was one for 31 years.

Wow, 31 years! I am sure you have many experiences to share and have braved a lot of difficult weather. I’m sure you’ve helped millions be restored to power. Glad you were able to do that for so long and be safe.

@@PaulNaylor3 surff red did. Had a fellow line worker get electrocuted on an ice storm job years ago before they implemented transfer switches. But protocol for the utility also requires the line workers to apply preventative safety measures … Grounding out the Line before repairing infrastructure. If I recall that step was omitted on his side. Operator Error. But he survived luckily. Great videos

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Thank you for the encouragement!

I begin the video by sharing that I have 64,000 miles on the vehicle. I have not disabled the VCM as it requires an aftermarket item to do this. Also, I do not want to overreact to a very small amount of oil missing. I will be monitoring this closely, checking oil every thousand miles to see if any oil is missing. I have an oil change coming up soon. I will keep you posted on the channel with updates will each oil change. If you want to share your experience with the VCM, what you used to disable, and how that has worked for you, please share in the comments so we can learn from your experience.

@@PaulNaylor3 i have an svcm for about 40 kkms now.. honestly the gas milage has gone down a little but no vibrations anymore on the highway when switching to 3 cyl mode. Its also instant power when passing no more hunting for gears.. try it out if you like i would never go back. I also hear it saves your motor mounts and rear sparkplugs from fowling.

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Years ago I changed the spark plugs on my 2007 Honda Odyssey but have not yet changed them on my Pilot or Ridgeline. When I do, I will be sure to post a video. I would estimate they will need that somewhere between 80,000 and 100,000 miles. Thank you for the comment.

@@PaulNaylor3 Maybe do that in conjunction with timing belt change?

Glad to hear! I hope you did well through the storm. It was heading towards Hammond then took a crazy shift to the east before heading north. Hammond definitely benefited from that shift.

@@PaulNaylor3 yea I did fine, lost power for the night and that was it. Appreciate your videos man, glad your daughter has the same car as me!

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After I completed the job I thought about that. While it was up in the air I wish I would have checked that more thoroughly. Next time I will. If that is solid and can be used as the center front jack point that would be great. I’ll make sure to update that when I change the oil but that will be a few months. Thank you for the comment.

@@PaulNaylor3 i have to change my tyres next weeks and will give it a try, maybe:) it's really not looking solid with the perforated steel, but on both sides are also bolts. thank you anyway! i will let you know if i bent the crossmember😄

Real-world testing! 😂

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I chose to put in 4 quarts based on everything I had read and watched prior to doing this job. The only problem I see with only relying on what was in there before, is the right amount of fluid may not have been in there before. Since you have the dipstick, the right way to do what you are saying would be to make sure the level on the dipstick is exactly where you want it before you drain it. Then I would feel comfortable using that method of putting back in exactly what was drained as long as nothing spilled. I think you will end up very close to 4 quarts. Once you do it, please comment and let us know how much yours took. Don’t be afraid of this job. You can do it!

@@PaulNaylor3 Thank you Paul! Really appreciate all your help !

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Thank you, Jason! I appreciate your encouraging comment. You got a deal on that generator!

Good question and one you will get mixed opinions. The color does not matter but the types of coolant must be compatible or it can cause serious problems due to chemical reactions. If you talk with your mechanic and he is unsure of the compatibility then, yes, you could do a complete flush and start fresh.

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The Valvoline MAX Life ATF full synthetic is compatible and safe to use for the Elantra transmission. It is economical to purchase and readily available at Walmart and most parts stores. That is what i used in this video and it is performing well. The Hyundai compatibility is listed on the back of the bottle as recommended. I hope everything goes well for you. If you think about it, comment and let us know how the work goes for you.

You’re welcome! You are correct about there not being a dipstick for the 9-speed ZF transmission.

Yes, the vehicle needs to be reasonably level. The viewing angle early in the video may seem like the rear is elevated but the jack stands on all 4 corners are about the same. Other views, such as at 6:11, show the front & rear tires at close to the same height off of the ground.

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Doing great so far, but have only put 1,000 miles on it since the oil change.

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I won’t be able to answer without seeing that because I’m not familiar with the flat top jack stands. Whatever you decide, just be safe, because it’s not worth risking your vehicle slipping off of the jackstand. Let us know what you decide.

Thank you for the kind words. I recommend the following maintenance intervals (miles): Oil change & Tire Rotation: 5,000 Rear Differential, Engine Air Filter, Cabin Air Filter: 15,000 Automatic Transmission Fluid & Transfer Case: 30,000 Coolant: 100,000 The rear differential and transfer case fluid are for AWD (all-wheel-drive) models only.

@@PaulNaylor3 great information for me to save. When you mention transaxle. Is this the same term as mentioned in your video as Transfer case? Thanks

I should have said transfer case. I went back and edited my earlier comment so it would be correct. Thank you.

@@PaulNaylor3 I have always enjoyed doing maintenance and mechanical work in all my stuff. Your videos surely inspired me even more to do even later in my life. Thanks for all your You Tubes for us do it yourselfers.

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When you are adding the fluid you should notice pretty quickly that it’s dripping. You could wait until that drip slows down to a very slow drip and then put the bolt in.

Thank you for the kind words. The 30,000 mile maintenance intervals for the automatic transmission & transaxle fluid are what I practice. I believe it’s also consistent with Honda recommended intervals and these components are so critical to the life of the vehicle that I would rather change them at this interval than wait for the maintenance minder code. This is just my personal preference. For the rear differential I change that every 15,000 miles but once the vehicle reaches 60,000 miles I plan to also go to a 30,000 mile interval on that. The reason for that is that by 60,000 miles it is well broken in and there are hardly any metal shavings on the magnet at that point. Again, this is just my personal preference and I’m sharing with you what I do.

@@PaulNaylor3 I understand now & I totally agree with you. Thanks again so much for everything & having scribbled to your channel I'll get to see more of your videos too. Keep up the great work sir & have a safe & Happy Labor Day!

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Yes, the fill bolts get tight. I try to stay clear of the direction I’m pulling but this is an awkward location and I understand how it happens.

Prevents sparking.

@@PaulNaylor3 Thank you, but there is another negative wire going to another spot on the vehicle that would stay connected if the cable were left on the post so why would there be a spark?

I have seen it spark so I disconnect it. The reason disconnecting the negative keeps it from sparking is you are no longer receiving energy from the battery.

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No, I checked the coolant level frequently for a few days after and didn’t have to add any more coolant.

My daughter’s CX-5 is not AWD (All-Wheel Drive) so there is no differential fluid to change.

@@PaulNaylor3okay, thank you!

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Thank you. I hope everything goes well.

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