4:44..."It was when he removed his shades with an air of abundant confidence and then pointed at the camera with unbridled authority...., I realized at that very moment in time............................ "it was going to be a very good video....
This is what happens when Ford puts out garbage vehicles from the assembly line, and then blames the dealerships. Ford builds a 60k dollar truck that leaks water.
Totally agree, and as for all the salty people who were going Reeeeee in the comments, if the parts are objectively showing sub-optimal performance and the owner wishes to spend the dollary-doos to replace and upgrade the parts then frankly I fail to see how that is in any way harming all the people who clearly objected in the previous video's comments.
Absolutely correct. I worked in the State of Kommifornia for nearly 20 years as an ASE-certified tech. Here, you cannot tell a customer a part is 'bad' unless it is bent, broken or out of spec. To do so will earn you the wrath of the Kommifornia BAR. You cannot even 'recommend' a part unless it is bent, broken or out of spec. What you can do is a little show and tell, Show the customer the part, note the age and some of the of the signs of potential failure. Let the customer make the decision to replace or not replace. That way, you stay out of trouble. A large tire store chain that came to Kommifornia in the 90's from Oregon learned these lessons the hard way. Telling customers they 'needed' calipers with every brake job, etc. Being honest and letting the customer make the decision is the best way.
Please don't ever listen to the people who want you to edit and shorten your videos. The best part about your videos is how in-depth you get on your repairs. It allows us to really learn how you do things instead of learning part of it and then, poof, it's magically finished. Keep up the amazing work, Ray!
Completely agree also. I'm pretty sure every remote has a fast forward button as well. Some people just gotta complain about everything, ignore them as they are not worth your time.
@@terrymcguire6478 The same people that complain it's too long are the ones that complain because Ray doesn't show removing the negative battery cable every time. (REEEE) and (ZZZT)
Absolutely do not shorten your videos!! 1. We are learning a lot 2. It's like hanging out with your best friend- not knowing how to help 3. Freaking entertaining!!! Side note: I agree with another poster - include the wife unit more she's just v as awesome as you Ray!
The longer the better as long as its not repetitive like some giys on other channels that tell us “make sure the box is right side up” make sure and open the tool box thos way so it dont go anywheres” 50 times in a quick minute then their videos are all 30 minutes of repetitive crap and 5 minutes of actual valuable knowledge and let us learn something… Rays videos are not like that his are amazing
My late Father was a mechanic for Dodge, Chrysler Plymouth for 37 years. Back in 1985, when I was 19, I worked in the Sears Auto Center for a couple years. I took a different career path after that. Now in the last half of my 50s, I just can't lay over fenders and twist my arms and back in ways I used to. But, I still like to do some basic wrenching on my own and my wife's vehicles and other little things in my garage. I don't mind at all videos being long. In auto repair things don't always go easy and to plan. With Ray's videos, you get to see when bolts strip or break, a fastener doesn't come loose, and the whole process of disassembly and reassembly. I like Ray's videos because it takes me back to the mid 1970s when after school ( grade school) I would walk down to the garage where my Father worked and watch him work on what we call the classic muscle cars and the regular cars. Plus I like seeing all the special tools you have to have on some of this now. My Father died in 1988, and if he could see how the cars are now, he would have a few non repeatable words for the auto engineering of today.
“Wiggle out the wheel speed sensor” is a phrase that has never been uttered in the state of Minnesota. Fascinating to watch someone actually be able to do that. Thanks Ray!
See….Ray is 100% honest to his fingertips. If a job goes smoothly, we see it. If a job fouls up, we see it. If Ray fouls up, we see it. We see, therefore, everything that might happen to us. I’ve fallen down every pit that Ray has shown us, from Noodle Arm, to low energy levels, to Karen kustomers. He tells it as it is. So it takes an hour? Who cares? One thing though….sooner or later Ray, you’ve got to let the wife unit loose with the power tools. Now that…Is gonna be a great video!
I suspect the wife unit is busy with the office manager job, along with shuttling the kids around ( I call it the taxi cab driver stage of life), and cooking meals for the family. That said, the wife unit is free to repair whatever she feels comfortable with, and I admire her for stepping up to a challenge to do something new. You go girl!
while i hope this is true, you can't say he's 100% honest when you only see the edited content that *he* chooses to upload. you have absolutely no idea what you don't see.
@@m1stertimwell I have to say I have been watching Ray's video's for a very long time now and from the way he is with his family and friends and joking around with them and also all the oops moments he has left in for me I have to say I whole heartedly he is 100% genuine on when he has had something go wrong as the way the Internet is today he couldn't post this content and hide any mistakes off camera without getting big comeback from other places online it's almost impossible.
I'm fine with longer videos- it's nice to see that the pro's like you also run into issues like we do at home. If you just streamlined everything to make it look like everything went perfectly all the time it wouldn't seem "real"! Keep doing what you're doing -very enjoyable!
His rambling does get a bit tedious at times, but it's his content. People don't appreciate how long it takes to edit videos, even simple edits take a long time. Running a business then going home to edit videos would be really time consuming, not too mention the time he would lose during the day setting up the camera for the videos. That's time lost which he could have been earning more income. An option is to watch at a faster speed, or just watch in X minute chunks. I'm sure there are plenty of shorter videos if someone is looking for a more specific and concise repair.
I agree, I break up my view time based on what I am busy doing. As long as it's interesting. I do videos and try to do the talking during it, except to join different videos into one, I don't know how to edit and voice over. Plus his rambling is more to the point at the time, than going back and watching and then adding audio. He is very wordly talented. Plus he remembers so many things from the past that ring a bell to me and it's fun to think about them again.
It's a case of having half the work done just by getting it on the lift, inspected and pulling the right front axle out with it's bound up u-joint. The added cost for time is a lot less than if you were to let Ray just fix that u-joint and put everything together only to have to come back in a year or two to fix the rest. So parts and some time makes economic sense in this case. Time is so darned expensive that it often makes sense to have as much fixed as possible once the car is off the floor. The frustrating thing is that this mens that those strapped for cash often end up having to pay more because they cant afford the extra parts and work at the same time, so they have to come back several times fixing things as their economy allows for it.
"Oh ho, look at that guy !" and then you smile and it's just the absolute nicest thing :D I'm really bummed you removed those last couple of seconds of the intro. Please please please put them back. 🥰😍🤩
Ray, your content is great the way it is. It's amazing how some can't be grateful for free education. Watching your TH-cam videos has saved me well over $1,000. Just replaced the struts on a Sienna van, saving $400. I'd certainly never complain on your content. Thank you for offering such valuable teaching for free. You and A-Rod are the best.
There are a million TH-camrs making highly edited shortened videos. I watch YOUR videos because I enjoy watching your brain work on problems in real time, and seeing what really happens when we work on vehicles. Please please please ignore the critics and keep doing what you’re doing.
I like the longer videos myself. Your videos are like eye crack and are very informative. Hell my 10 year old son sits here and watches these with me. So you must be doing something right.
Ray, I just wanted to say: There ain't nothin' better than waking up to a new video from you, and having my morning coffee and cigarette while watching you take stuff apart. That said, keep showing the vlog format. The people complaining actually aren't considering: Sometimes you might miss something on a repair, or need help diagnosing a problem. Eric O. in New York has had a few videos where that's happened, and I believe you have as well. So what I'm saying is, the longer videos give us armchair, or actual techs, the opportunity to exercise our skills right along with you. And for that, I, at least, am grateful.
No cigarette nor coffee for me. I drink apple juice in the morning with my dailly dose of Raymundo y su gravedad. (Ray and his gravity)@@EastTexasRanching
Ray, keep doing what you're doing. If someone doesn't like the longer videos, there is a fast forward button they can use. Your 532k subscribers speaks volumes to the content.... Love this series..... quite informative.... it's fun to see you work on the truck with car tools!!!!!
Ray, You take on major repairs with no fear. Your tenacity and confidence is inspiring. Sprinkle in a few oil changes, brake jobs and AC charges and we experience a day in the life of Rainman Ray. Bless you, Wife Unit, and Kid Units
I prefer the longer videos Ray, and what I really appreciate is the follow up, both with continuity on jobs and how you ask customers about "while I'm in there" questions for ongoing safety and performance. Mechanics like you are rare in these days of madness!
Once you have established a rapport with a good mechanic you will keep going back to him/her for as long as possible. I had one that serviced all of our cars for nearly 30 years but now he has had the audacity to retire! Swine! :-)
On the time issue, it takes as long as it takes. Don't forget there's a fast forward function that works. Most the time the good stuff happens when the camera isn't recording. Good stuff Ray keep it coming.
It says before you click it how long the videos are, if you don't want to watch for that long you can fast forward. Some of us here like hanging out with Ray! KEEP DOING YOU RAY!
24th! FANTASTIC MORNING TO YOU RAY AND THE WIFE UNIT! But we can never forget about the three new employees! In my opinion, the longer the video the better I like it. You’re able to see a part or a whole procedure of repair. Instead of many episodes that are hard to keep track of in your mind. Make the repairs easier to watch. Again, it’s my opinion. Roger in Pierre South Dakota 😊
Ignore the naysayers Ray, you have 532k subscribers and counting for a reason. Your commentary is so natural and clear and your recording skills so strong and scenes well set up when watching you don't really realise you have edited your videos down. You get better angles on most of your work than the "more professional" outfits do. You've even started more in depth explanations recently of how certain mechanisms or parts function (not theoretically, but in the real world, which is what matters to us driveway mechanics). I cannot imagine the amount of time you spend on the non-operational part of running your business. Fixing vehicles and dealing with customers (and now staff) is hard enough (mentally and physically) - to then go home to tend to your family and somehow manage to throw out new, fully edited and polished up, quality content on a near daily basis is frankly incredible.
I agree and am fascinated by how well he can place the camera to get the shot, with a hand or stand or magnetic device or however he does it. The audio is generally consistent. I would love a wife unit depicting how he does it all from filming, getting various camera angles and how he does his editing at home. I could really learn from watching his video and editing work, like I have learned to fix cars from watching.
I like the longer vids , you see more detail . I have learned so much from this guy , I am 72 yrs old ,and still learning . Keep up the great work Ray !!!
Hi Ray. I think you should always do exactly what you think works. You certainly know what that is. I’m not even interested in auto mechanics but your channel is my favorite to watch. Thanks for bringing what you do to all of us.
Keep doing what you’re doing Ray. My favorite parts are the social commentary and the reality of hard work. I keep your long videos rolling while I’m working at my computer and I love every minute of it.
Your videos, besides being very informative, are very entertaining. Please keep them as long as you like. Those who think they are too long can always skip the parts they do not want to watch. One of the things that make you successful on You Tube is the way you make these videos, including the commentary and the length. One day you will get to over one million subscribers using the same format you have now. Keep that in mind when you think about making changes.
I have searched for repair videos to find and replace 'part X'. The video is we are doing this. The next part is we did that. No HOW in the middle. Typically, I hate those types of videos.
Ray, you are right about video length! What on earth can one learn from a 5 or 10 minute video? Not much! Seeing the whole job or most of it you will learn the problems encountered and some solutions to it on various repairs. I definitely appreciate that. What's more, it will give non-mechanics a better appreciation for mechanics and some problems encountered when making repairs. You keep doing what you're doing! You have a teaching channel and you can't teach much of nothing in 5 or 10 minutes!
You are right, Ray. Most of us don’t care how long the video is. We care about being entertained and educated and because we are “interested” in what you have to say the videos are never too long. The ONLY downside of a really long video (over an hour) is how much time someone has to watch. But if one was three hours, some would just have to watch it in chunks and TH-cam allows us to stop the video and come back and pick up right where we left off. You know that people watch movies that are 2 plus hours long and don’t whine about it (unless they didn’t want to see it end) because they being entertained. You are entertaining and for those who don’t think so……well to each their own.
Ray, those complaining on the videos could be shorter, I'm betting they're just watching to DIY stuff. True followers enjoy the character you are. Keep doing what you're doing
Good day to you, Ray. We watch your content for the diagnostics, repairs and more importantly the fun banter! No need to make your videos shorter or change your style. Just you do you, Ray! Never change!
Yup! A little play here, a little play there, adds up to allot of play!!! Doing what you're doing should fix his issues................for awhile. BTW Ray, great video's and great channel thank you! In my personal experience, the TRACK BAR was ALWAYS one of the culprits of DEATH WOBBLE.
I say to the folks that think Ray should edit down his videos, there is over a half million of us who enjoy Ray's organic style of video production. Let what works work. You rock Ray, just keep doing what your doing.👍👍
Ray. I watch all your videos, have learned a lot. The way you explain the problem and show the fix is great. I find others try to force a little comedy and skip over the important disassembly and repair. Don't change the format it's what sets you apart, if it's long it long but factual. Some of the others just make it simple, auto repair seems to be the unknown til you start to pull back the onion covering to find out its worse than we thought. Keep doing a great job.
I like the longer videos. There is no learning value in watching heavily edited and shortened content. Your content is why I watch, learn, laugh and enjoy every episode. Thank you!
Please don't change anything at all! I'm a shade tree mechanic and I've learned numerous things from you, for the better! I now know what I can do and what to take to my mechanic. you are a great, honest man. I have found your videos a very good source and if you ever get tired of doing them you should bring you knowledge to a tech school! you are a great teacher!
Keep doing what you are doing with your videos. I have learned a lot because of the "detail" you go into, not like a lot of others out there that end up only showing the start and then the end result. You'll never make 100% of people happy, but I think from the number of subscribers you have, you have A LOT of people liking what you do.
I used to be able to watch and somewhat help my mechanic do repairs on my vehicles. Insurance companies frown on that now. So now we're allowed to still watch and "help" with repairs, sort of. I LIKE IT!
Hey Ray, Keep up doing what you are doing. I find that I learn more from your longer videos then I do from other content creators that over edit their videos. Even when you make a mistake, you show it which means that we get to learn from your mistakes so we can avoid making those mistakes ourselves. You are Awesome!
Ray one of the things that makes your videos so interesting to watch is you don't hide things you show real issues and your fixes for them. Keep doing what you are doing.
Ray your videos are great. Video length is good. You can't make a short video on something this involved. I'm sure a lot of people watch your videos to see how the job is done, a learning experience for those that wish to do the same job. Keep up the good work. Tell the ones that complain about videos being too long to buzz off. 😊😊😊😊
Longer videos are absolutely fine, Occasionally I skip some of the stuff which is repetitive but that is my choice. 95% of your videos I watch in full. I just love watching you tackle these jobs and am just amazed as to how you keep such an amusing commentary going. Best wishes to you, Wife Unit and your rapidly growing team.
Ray, not a big commenter. But!, I absolutely love the longer format, i.e. full video’s. It is more like I am there, over your shoulder, being shown by my favorite Uncle how to do something. Nothing left out, nothing left for me to figure out on my own. I really think that is what draws people in. Yeah, I and a thousand others KNOW the ball joint press cup has to allow the mass of the ball joint to move upwards into it but, there are a thousand others who are “mind-blown” and never considered the physics of it. You blast through it quick, so most are not annoyed, whilst the others are brought up to speed. Keep up the good work and know that so many are right there over your shoulder.
Longer videos - people can skip thru some parts if they'd like, or just skip watching altogether. When watching a TH-cam video, a right arrow fast-forwards 5secs. Keep doing what you do, Ray.
"Been there, done that". As a retired GM suspension/brakes mechanic I did not have to do a lot of Ford's. When I did the disassembly went just as badly as yours. Special tools can help a bunch. I waited to just before I retired to go to local steel pipe shop and have them cut off several sizes of pipe to use with press to remove joints. I also saw a tool called "Tiger tool" which I wished I had bought to help with "u" joints. My left hand has the scars of the three surgeries it took to remove the metal from my hand when the ball joint broke. I decided that day to never beat a "u" joint out with a hammer again. Good video. Thanks Don.
Ray this is what defines You! When I want to refer a friend to a very good video on how to say remove and replace an intake manifold, I will always recommend Ray’s Repairs. Because you are the defining mechanic and videographer of detail. Detail that want to see and need see if you want to get the job done right. Detail you’ll never see in a 3 minute video. Ray you get viewers Up Close and personal with All the Fasteners and parts, even ones that you can’t see. Ray keep on doing what you’re doing. It works, and that’s why people watch you‼️
We absolutely adore the organic, authentic, and real Rainman Ray. Whether it be an hour and twenth five minutes if educational entertainment, or its a ten minute oil change, we love Ray as is. If you do not enjoy the hour plus video, go choose one of his shorter videos, you will not be disappointed and most likely have a smile on your face by the end. Ray please do not change a thing... well perhaps tje return of the doodley doos, but nothing else.🙏💜
Do NOT change anything about your videos, Ray. It’s impossible to make everyone happy, so make videos the way you want to make them. If you try to cater to the opinion of others, you’re going to lose the satisfaction and joy it brings you.
Ray, Don't change a thing with the content of your videos. I watch every day and thoroughly enjoy your commentary. Other viewers that don't agree can always fast forward. Thanks for being you.
Please don't change the length of your videos. They are perfect! They are long enough for me to wake up slowly and get two cups of coffee in. Perfect way to start the day off!
I've seen so many videos of vehicles that are totally trashed, so it's refreshing to see an owner who says "go for it, I want it primo". Nice truck, take good care of it...
Since subscribing to your channel, a few years back, and watching your business grow after being released from former employer, I have been educated to the world of auto repair. I enjoy every minute and have come to appreciate your knowledge, tech skills, but more so, your pride, love, passion and dedication to your work ethics and honesty to your customers .. Your always looking ahead, investing, improving and growing your shop with a positive attitude. Such a role model we should embrace to enhance and grow our own lives! Undeniably your greatest asset is your family! You "glow and are alive" with Lauren, what a team you guys are and a joy to watch...💖 Thank you Ray for letting us in and for your life lessons .. 😎
I caught that "Left side, Stronge side" comment. Remember the Titans. I was born and raised in Virginia during this time period. My high school was also in that movie, Herndon High school. The scoreboard was displayed in it. We now live in Wisconsin. I've also noticed your Seabee placard in your office in the past. Made me proud as I served in the Seabee's as a CM. Thanks for the great videos and education they impart.
Vlog style 100%. I appreciate you including me on a job, not producing a video for my approval. Its hard, time consuming work you put into this every day and i appreciate your efforts.
I enjoy not just watching the how to with some details, but hearing some of the rants. It makes the videos relatable. Keep up this format. Many of the folks who edit the time down to 10 mins get boring to watch but we miss a lot of the process.
I am part of the .04%. The YT account is in my name and I watch...with much interest. My husband watches, too. We love your videos just as they are. The brake cleaner empty can toss always gets a smile from us. Keep up the good work.
I like your organic style. There are more than enough "how to" videos edited for time, Thats not why we're here. Often you don't even title videos with the task or make, because they aren't tutorials. I come here for morning coffee with Ray. Humorous and educational entertainment. Thanks, Ray.
I have watched since you where with the dealership. I have enjoyed both your and the Wife Unit videos. I love watching the in between also. Your videos while some are 1 hour or 20 minutes you are a very enjoyable person to listen too. Your humor is infectious and I enjoy it. Thanks Ray for all you do.
That is a major reason I watch your videos, you show everything. A lot of times I learn something from you, other times I am rolling my eyes and laughing! Keep doing what you do.
Ray, a tip for those trackbar ball joints. Under the boot, the stud thins out before it turns into the ball, and it's a really good place to just cut it off. Then you can get the press with a large cup on it way easier. I worked in a fleet shop and we did these all the time on 450s and stuff.
You stick to what you do Ray. The world is full of people who think they know better. I was a motor mechanic in Scotland back in the 70’s which is when I learned that if something could go wrong it will. I like how we go on the journey with you. Oh, and rust, lots and lots of rust!
Ray, do continue with your full content. We’re able to see the full drama that encompasses the take down and the repair. There’s no better way to learn.
Please don't whittle-down your vids to a particular running time Ray, what makes your channel so enjoyable is that you show the good, the bad, and yes, sometimes the ugly too for repairs that don't always go as planned. I just wish you had a drive-on lift for these big boy trucks, I could've sworn I saw that F250 shimmying a bit when you were using that big pry bar to remove the front-left axle! 😮
30:06 Once again, @RainmanRaysRepairs, I for one, LOVE the longer format videos. The guys who try to condensed them down into 15-20 mins leave a ton of details out that I dont find entertaining.
Just because of one or two guys unhappy commenting of the duration of the video, doesn't mean that it represent 90% of us. Because 90% of us like your video the way it is. Minority does not represent the Majority. Carry on Ray you did a good job.
A good 3/4 of the 1100~ comments are going to be people saying "I like your video formats". Ray - I LOVE your unscripted, organic vlog-style content. You're probably one of the best vehicle mechanics to watch on Lubetube. Thank you for being as excellent as you are, you're a solid 10/10 from me. I have not missed a single episode, even from all the way back in your (other place) days.
My husband and I enjoy your videos every morning. Do not stop doing what you do. We love your work and when you forget something we holler at you though the screen! So funny to be on our side knowing you did it yesterday. We still go Ray you forgot this or that or it is wrong and then in the next screen you have corrected it. We love it and your works and fun with the work. I did the "another" at hubby with windshield solvent! He looked at me like I was stupid and I had to remind him of you and the brake clean, then he laughed at me.
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Keep the long VLOG!!
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4:44..."It was when he removed his shades with an air of abundant confidence and then pointed at the camera with unbridled authority...., I realized at that very moment in time............................ "it was going to be a very good video....
I think showing the whole content is better then part so your right. Great job ❤ love the content ❤
This is what happens when Ford puts out garbage vehicles from the assembly line, and then blames the dealerships. Ford builds a 60k dollar truck that leaks water.
Every job takes as long as it takes, Ray. You keep doing it your way. Long video or short video. They're all good. 👍
Two things I love: Mechanics who accurately point issues out, and owners who have them fixed.
Totally agree, and as for all the salty people who were going Reeeeee in the comments, if the parts are objectively showing sub-optimal performance and the owner wishes to spend the dollary-doos to replace and upgrade the parts then frankly I fail to see how that is in any way harming all the people who clearly objected in the previous video's comments.
Absolutely correct. I worked in the State of Kommifornia for nearly 20 years as an ASE-certified tech. Here, you cannot tell a customer a part is 'bad' unless it is bent, broken or out of spec. To do so will earn you the wrath of the Kommifornia BAR. You cannot even 'recommend' a part unless it is bent, broken or out of spec. What you can do is a little show and tell, Show the customer the part, note the age and some of the of the signs of potential failure. Let the customer make the decision to replace or not replace. That way, you stay out of trouble. A large tire store chain that came to Kommifornia in the 90's from Oregon learned these lessons the hard way. Telling customers they 'needed' calipers with every brake job, etc. Being honest and letting the customer make the decision is the best way.
Please don't ever listen to the people who want you to edit and shorten your videos. The best part about your videos is how in-depth you get on your repairs. It allows us to really learn how you do things instead of learning part of it and then, poof, it's magically finished. Keep up the amazing work, Ray!
I agree 100% .
Not only is it entertaining, but we can fix our own issues with the videos .
Keep the longer videos. If a portion is repetitive or boring, just skip ahead a few times and resume. Great videos - always makes my day.
I completely agree.
Completely agree also. I'm pretty sure every remote has a fast forward button as well. Some people just gotta complain about everything, ignore them as they are not worth your time.
@@terrymcguire6478 The same people that complain it's too long are the ones that complain because Ray doesn't show removing the negative battery cable every time. (REEEE) and (ZZZT)
Dude, you have amassed 532k subscribers. Your formula for video content is proven. I wouldn't change a thing.
Absolutely do not shorten your videos!!
1. We are learning a lot
2. It's like hanging out with your best friend- not knowing how to help
3. Freaking entertaining!!!
Side note: I agree with another poster - include the wife unit more she's just v as awesome as you Ray!
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The longer the better as long as its not repetitive like some giys on other channels that tell us “make sure the box is right side up” make sure and open the tool box thos way so it dont go anywheres” 50 times in a quick minute then their videos are all 30 minutes of repetitive crap and 5 minutes of actual valuable knowledge and let us learn something… Rays videos are not like that his are amazing
My late Father was a mechanic for Dodge, Chrysler Plymouth for 37 years. Back in 1985, when I was 19, I worked in the Sears Auto Center for a couple years. I took a different career path after that. Now in the last half of my 50s, I just can't lay over fenders and twist my arms and back in ways I used to.
But, I still like to do some basic wrenching on my own and my wife's vehicles and other little things in my garage.
I don't mind at all videos being long. In auto repair things don't always go easy and to plan. With Ray's videos, you get to see when bolts strip or break, a fastener doesn't come loose, and the whole process of disassembly and reassembly. I like Ray's videos because it takes me back to the mid 1970s when after school ( grade school) I would walk down to the garage where my Father worked and watch him work on what we call the classic muscle cars and the regular cars. Plus I like seeing all the special tools you have to have on some of this now. My Father died in 1988, and if he could see how the cars are now, he would have a few non repeatable words for the auto engineering of today.
Ray, your content length is fine, keep doing what your doing! You have one of the better vlogs on youtube!😊
“Wiggle out the wheel speed sensor” is a phrase that has never been uttered in the state of Minnesota. Fascinating to watch someone actually be able to do that. Thanks Ray!
Here in Minnesota, just once... I'd love to see it happen on a non new vehicle!😅
See….Ray is 100% honest to his fingertips. If a job goes smoothly, we see it. If a job fouls up, we see it. If Ray fouls up, we see it. We see, therefore, everything that might happen to us. I’ve fallen down every pit that Ray has shown us, from Noodle Arm, to low energy levels, to Karen kustomers. He tells it as it is. So it takes an hour? Who cares? One thing though….sooner or later Ray, you’ve got to let the wife unit loose with the power tools. Now that…Is gonna be a great video!
Well said Chris 👊👏👏
I suspect the wife unit is busy with the office manager job, along with shuttling the kids around ( I call it the taxi cab driver stage of life), and cooking meals for the family.
That said, the wife unit is free to repair whatever she feels comfortable with, and I admire her for stepping up to a challenge to do something new. You go girl!
while i hope this is true, you can't say he's 100% honest when you only see the edited content that *he* chooses to upload. you have absolutely no idea what you don't see.
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@@m1stertimwell I have to say I have been watching Ray's video's for a very long time now and from the way he is with his family and friends and joking around with them and also all the oops moments he has left in for me I have to say I whole heartedly he is 100% genuine on when he has had something go wrong as the way the Internet is today he couldn't post this content and hide any mistakes off camera without getting big comeback from other places online it's almost impossible.
I'm fine with longer videos- it's nice to see that the pro's like you also run into issues like we do at home. If you just streamlined everything to make it look like everything went perfectly all the time it wouldn't seem "real"! Keep doing what you're doing -very enjoyable!
His rambling does get a bit tedious at times, but it's his content.
People don't appreciate how long it takes to edit videos, even simple edits take a long time. Running a business then going home to edit videos would be really time consuming, not too mention the time he would lose during the day setting up the camera for the videos. That's time lost which he could have been earning more income.
An option is to watch at a faster speed, or just watch in X minute chunks.
I'm sure there are plenty of shorter videos if someone is looking for a more specific and concise repair.
I agree, I break up my view time based on what I am busy doing. As long as it's interesting. I do videos and try to do the talking during it, except to join different videos into one, I don't know how to edit and voice over. Plus his rambling is more to the point at the time, than going back and watching and then adding audio.
He is very wordly talented. Plus he remembers so many things from the past that ring a bell to me and it's fun to think about them again.
The owner is wise to get all of the work done now vs waiting! Well done Ray!
the owner is going to love Ray's work into the future
It's a case of having half the work done just by getting it on the lift, inspected and pulling the right front axle out with it's bound up u-joint. The added cost for time is a lot less than if you were to let Ray just fix that u-joint and put everything together only to have to come back in a year or two to fix the rest. So parts and some time makes economic sense in this case.
Time is so darned expensive that it often makes sense to have as much fixed as possible once the car is off the floor.
The frustrating thing is that this mens that those strapped for cash often end up having to pay more because they cant afford the extra parts and work at the same time, so they have to come back several times fixing things as their economy allows for it.
@@blahorgaslisk7763 , As a retired automotive mechanic(technician)I already knew everything you said in your comment lol.
@@kenholt8297 Understandable, but some people need the information.
"Oh ho, look at that guy !" and then you smile and it's just the absolute nicest thing :D I'm really bummed you removed those last couple of seconds of the intro. Please please please put them back. 🥰😍🤩
Ray, your content is great the way it is. It's amazing how some can't be grateful for free education. Watching your TH-cam videos has saved me well over $1,000. Just replaced the struts on a Sienna van, saving $400. I'd certainly never complain on your content. Thank you for offering such valuable teaching for free. You and A-Rod are the best.
There are a million TH-camrs making highly edited shortened videos. I watch YOUR videos because I enjoy watching your brain work on problems in real time, and seeing what really happens when we work on vehicles. Please please please ignore the critics and keep doing what you’re doing.
I like the longer videos myself. Your videos are like eye crack and are very informative. Hell my 10 year old son sits here and watches these with me. So you must be doing something right.
Its impressive how these solid axle Fords are built. Reminds me of 70's trucks.
Ray, I just wanted to say: There ain't nothin' better than waking up to a new video from you, and having my morning coffee and cigarette while watching you take stuff apart.
That said, keep showing the vlog format. The people complaining actually aren't considering: Sometimes you might miss something on a repair, or need help diagnosing a problem. Eric O. in New York has had a few videos where that's happened, and I believe you have as well. So what I'm saying is, the longer videos give us armchair, or actual techs, the opportunity to exercise our skills right along with you.
And for that, I, at least, am grateful.
I bypass the cigarette. But I do have a Ray video with my coffee. I was super interested in how this one was completed.
No cigarette nor coffee for me. I drink apple juice in the morning with my dailly dose of Raymundo y su gravedad. (Ray and his gravity)@@EastTexasRanching
To each their own, as they say.
Are you 6?
Eric O fanboy
Ray, keep doing what you're doing. If someone doesn't like the longer videos, there is a fast forward button they can use. Your 532k subscribers speaks volumes to the content.... Love this series..... quite informative.... it's fun to see you work on the truck with car tools!!!!!
Ray, You take on major repairs with no fear. Your tenacity and confidence is inspiring. Sprinkle in a few oil changes, brake jobs and AC charges and we experience a day in the life of Rainman Ray. Bless you, Wife Unit, and Kid Units
I love the longer videos. I watch as I can when working. A 10 min video is just leaving enough room for the conversation. I enjoy hearing you think,
I prefer the longer videos Ray, and what I really appreciate is the follow up, both with continuity on jobs and how you ask customers about "while I'm in there" questions for ongoing safety and performance. Mechanics like you are rare in these days of madness!
Once you have established a rapport with a good mechanic you will keep going back to him/her for as long as possible. I had one that serviced all of our cars for nearly 30 years but now he has had the audacity to retire! Swine! :-)
I personally like the long format videos, and the organic content. Keep up the great videos Ray!
i swear i have learned more from this channel than 12 years of school lol
I would like to say that I for one really appreciate the longer videos and am glad you don't cut them down to short videos.
On the time issue, it takes as long as it takes. Don't forget there's a fast forward function that works. Most the time the good stuff happens when the camera isn't recording. Good stuff Ray keep it coming.
It says before you click it how long the videos are, if you don't want to watch for that long you can fast forward. Some of us here like hanging out with Ray! KEEP DOING YOU RAY!
24th! FANTASTIC MORNING TO YOU RAY AND THE WIFE UNIT! But we can never forget about the three new employees! In my opinion, the longer the video the better I like it. You’re able to see a part or a whole procedure of repair. Instead of many episodes that are hard to keep track of in your mind. Make the repairs easier to watch. Again, it’s my opinion. Roger in Pierre South Dakota 😊
Ignore the naysayers Ray, you have 532k subscribers and counting for a reason. Your commentary is so natural and clear and your recording skills so strong and scenes well set up when watching you don't really realise you have edited your videos down. You get better angles on most of your work than the "more professional" outfits do. You've even started more in depth explanations recently of how certain mechanisms or parts function (not theoretically, but in the real world, which is what matters to us driveway mechanics).
I cannot imagine the amount of time you spend on the non-operational part of running your business. Fixing vehicles and dealing with customers (and now staff) is hard enough (mentally and physically) - to then go home to tend to your family and somehow manage to throw out new, fully edited and polished up, quality content on a near daily basis is frankly incredible.
I agree and am fascinated by how well he can place the camera to get the shot, with a hand or stand or magnetic device or however he does it.
The audio is generally consistent.
I would love a wife unit depicting how he does it all from filming, getting various camera angles and how he does his editing at home.
I could really learn from watching his video and editing work, like I have learned to fix cars from watching.
The length of your videos are fine. I like watching the step by steps you have to take to fix things. If they are long I don't care. Thanks Ray
I like the longer vids , you see more detail . I have learned so much from this guy , I am 72 yrs old ,and still learning . Keep up the great work Ray !!!
Keep on doing what you are doing, here in the UK we enjoy your content.
I love your organic style of filming.
It sets you apart from all others in a very positive way.
Keep up the good work, Ray.
You're doing awesome!
Hi Ray. I think you should always do exactly what you think works. You certainly know what that is. I’m not even interested in auto mechanics but your channel is my favorite to watch. Thanks for bringing what you do to all of us.
I like the longer videos. You get to understand more about how the repair was made.
And the hits keep on coming, astute observations are critical for customer support and safety great service Ray
Keep doing what you’re doing Ray. My favorite parts are the social commentary and the reality of hard work. I keep your long videos rolling while I’m working at my computer and I love every minute of it.
Don't change a single thing in your format. I personally like it. Shows the problems that can and usually do pop up and what it takes to solve them.
I don’t mind the 40-60 minute format. I also enjoy how you overcome the problems and your commentary.
Your videos, besides being very informative, are very entertaining. Please keep them as long as you like. Those who think they are too long can always skip the parts they do not want to watch. One of the things that make you successful on You Tube is the way you make these videos, including the commentary and the length. One day you will get to over one million subscribers using the same format you have now. Keep that in mind when you think about making changes.
Hooray to Ray for not knuckling under to the heckler's veto phemonenon!
I have searched for repair videos to find and replace 'part X'. The video is we are doing this. The next part is we did that. No HOW in the middle. Typically, I hate those types of videos.
Me too. I like them the way they are. You tube has a 1.75 speed if I am impatient.
i concur 100%
Agreed .
i like the vlog style because they are entertaining the whole way through and I learn how to be a mechanic at the same time.
Ray, you are right about video length! What on earth can one learn from a 5 or 10 minute video? Not much! Seeing the whole job or most of it you will learn the problems encountered and some solutions to it on various repairs. I definitely appreciate that. What's more, it will give non-mechanics a better appreciation for mechanics and some problems encountered when making repairs. You keep doing what you're doing! You have a teaching channel and you can't teach much of nothing in 5 or 10 minutes!
But they do all kinds of AMAZING things on "5 Minute Crafts" and that's never just for clicks and never dangerous or possibly deadly or anything. 🤣
We absolutely LOVE the long videos! Do not stop
Keep doing what your doing, that's how we learn and love.
You are right, Ray. Most of us don’t care how long the video is. We care about being entertained and educated and because we are “interested” in what you have to say the videos are never too long. The ONLY downside of a really long video (over an hour) is how much time someone has to watch. But if one was three hours, some would just have to watch it in chunks and TH-cam allows us to stop the video and come back and pick up right where we left off. You know that people watch movies that are 2 plus hours long and don’t whine about it (unless they didn’t want to see it end) because they being entertained. You are entertaining and for those who don’t think so……well to each their own.
Don't worry about how long a video is, I like to see the complete job !
Ray, those complaining on the videos could be shorter, I'm betting they're just watching to DIY stuff. True followers enjoy the character you are. Keep doing what you're doing
Good day to you, Ray.
We watch your content for the diagnostics, repairs and more importantly the fun banter!
No need to make your videos shorter or change your style. Just you do you, Ray! Never change!
Don't change a thing I have learned alot from your channel, thank you and wife unit for what you do.
Your current length of videos is great - do not change it for the short attention spanners.
Keep doing what you are doing. It is natural, unscripted and REAL. Great job!
Yup! A little play here, a little play there, adds up to allot of play!!!
Doing what you're doing should fix his issues................for awhile.
BTW Ray, great video's and great channel thank you!
In my personal experience, the TRACK BAR was ALWAYS one of the culprits of DEATH WOBBLE.
Track bar wander. Especially on Dodges, because they are always gone.
I say to the folks that think Ray should edit down his videos, there is over a half million of us who enjoy Ray's organic style of video production. Let what works work. You rock Ray, just keep doing what your doing.👍👍
Ray. I watch all your videos, have learned a lot. The way you explain the problem and show the fix is great. I find others try to force a little comedy and skip over the important disassembly and repair. Don't change the format it's what sets you apart, if it's long it long but factual. Some of the others just make it simple, auto repair seems to be the unknown til you start to pull back the onion covering to find out its worse than we thought. Keep doing a great job.
I like the longer videos. There is no learning value in watching heavily edited and shortened content. Your content is why I watch, learn, laugh and enjoy every episode. Thank you!
I like the more detailed videos, keep them coming. Thank you
Please don't change anything at all! I'm a shade tree mechanic and I've learned numerous things from you, for the better! I now know what I can do and what to take to my mechanic. you are a great, honest man. I have found your videos a very good source and if you ever get tired of doing them you should bring you knowledge to a tech school! you are a great teacher!
Keep doing what you are doing with your videos. I have learned a lot because of the "detail" you go into, not like a lot of others out there that end up only showing the start and then the end result. You'll never make 100% of people happy, but I think from the number of subscribers you have, you have A LOT of people liking what you do.
I used to be able to watch and somewhat help my mechanic do repairs on my vehicles. Insurance companies frown on that now. So now we're allowed to still watch and "help" with repairs, sort of. I LIKE IT!
Hey Ray, Keep up doing what you are doing. I find that I learn more from your longer videos then I do from other content creators that over edit their videos. Even when you make a mistake, you show it which means that we get to learn from your mistakes so we can avoid making those mistakes ourselves. You are Awesome!
Ray one of the things that makes your videos so interesting to watch is you don't hide things you show real issues and your fixes for them. Keep doing what you are doing.
Ray your videos are great. Video length is good. You can't make a short video on something this involved. I'm sure a lot of people watch your videos to see how the job is done, a learning experience for those that wish to do the same job.
Keep up the good work. Tell the ones that complain about videos being too long to buzz off. 😊😊😊😊
Longer videos are absolutely fine, Occasionally I skip some of the stuff which is repetitive but that is my choice. 95% of your videos I watch in full. I just love watching you tackle these jobs and am just amazed as to how you keep such an amusing commentary going. Best wishes to you, Wife Unit and your rapidly growing team.
Ray, you keep doing what got you here
Ray, not a big commenter. But!, I absolutely love the longer format, i.e. full video’s. It is more like I am there, over your shoulder, being shown by my favorite Uncle how to do something. Nothing left out, nothing left for me to figure out on my own. I really think that is what draws people in. Yeah, I and a thousand others KNOW the ball joint press cup has to allow the mass of the ball joint to move upwards into it but, there are a thousand others who are “mind-blown” and never considered the physics of it. You blast through it quick, so most are not annoyed, whilst the others are brought up to speed. Keep up the good work and know that so many are right there over your shoulder.
Ray, keep doing what you're doing! I love how in-depth your videos are, I lean from your videos. Don't listen to the people who go "Reee"
Longer videos - people can skip thru some parts if they'd like, or just skip watching altogether. When watching a TH-cam video, a right arrow fast-forwards 5secs. Keep doing what you do, Ray.
"Been there, done that". As a retired GM suspension/brakes mechanic I did not have to do a lot of Ford's. When I did the disassembly went just as badly as yours. Special tools can help a bunch. I waited to just before I retired to go to local steel pipe shop and have them cut off several sizes of pipe to use with press to remove joints. I also saw a tool called "Tiger tool" which I wished I had bought to help with "u" joints. My left hand has the scars of the three surgeries it took to remove the metal from my hand when the ball joint broke. I decided that day to never beat a "u" joint out with a hammer again. Good video. Thanks Don.
Ray this is what defines You! When I want to refer a friend to a very good video on how to say remove and replace an intake manifold, I will always recommend Ray’s Repairs. Because you are the defining mechanic and videographer of detail. Detail that want to see and need see if you want to get the job done right. Detail you’ll never see in a 3 minute video. Ray you get viewers Up Close and personal with All the Fasteners and parts, even ones that you can’t see. Ray keep on doing what you’re doing. It works, and that’s why people watch you‼️
We absolutely adore the organic, authentic, and real Rainman Ray. Whether it be an hour and twenth five minutes if educational entertainment, or its a ten minute oil change, we love Ray as is. If you do not enjoy the hour plus video, go choose one of his shorter videos, you will not be disappointed and most likely have a smile on your face by the end. Ray please do not change a thing... well perhaps tje return of the doodley doos, but nothing else.🙏💜
Keep your videos exactly the same don’t change anything love watching the FULL process
Do NOT change anything about your videos, Ray. It’s impossible to make everyone happy, so make videos the way you want to make them. If you try to cater to the opinion of others, you’re going to lose the satisfaction and joy it brings you.
Ray, Don't change a thing with the content of your videos. I watch every day and thoroughly enjoy your commentary. Other viewers that don't agree can always fast forward. Thanks for being you.
Please don't change the length of your videos. They are perfect! They are long enough for me to wake up slowly and get two cups of coffee in. Perfect way to start the day off!
I've seen so many videos of vehicles that are totally trashed, so it's refreshing to see an owner who says "go for it, I want it primo". Nice truck, take good care of it...
Since subscribing to your channel, a few years back, and watching your business grow after being released from former employer, I have been educated to the world of auto repair. I enjoy every minute and have come to appreciate your knowledge, tech skills, but more so, your pride, love, passion and dedication to your work ethics and honesty to your customers .. Your always looking ahead, investing, improving and growing your shop with a positive attitude. Such a role model we should embrace to enhance and grow our own lives!
Undeniably your greatest asset is your family! You "glow and are alive" with Lauren, what a team you guys are and a joy to watch...💖
Thank you Ray for letting us in and for your life lessons .. 😎
I caught that "Left side, Stronge side" comment. Remember the Titans. I was born and raised in Virginia during this time period. My high school was also in that movie, Herndon High school. The scoreboard was displayed in it. We now live in Wisconsin. I've also noticed your Seabee placard in your office in the past. Made me proud as I served in the Seabee's as a CM. Thanks for the great videos and education they impart.
Vlog style 100%. I appreciate you including me on a job, not producing a video for my approval.
Its hard, time consuming work you put into this every day and i appreciate your efforts.
I enjoy not just watching the how to with some details, but hearing some of the rants. It makes the videos relatable. Keep up this format. Many of the folks who edit the time down to 10 mins get boring to watch but we miss a lot of the process.
I am part of the .04%. The YT account is in my name and I watch...with much interest. My husband watches, too. We love your videos just as they are. The brake cleaner empty can toss always gets a smile from us. Keep up the good work.
I like your organic style.
There are more than enough "how to" videos edited for time, Thats not why we're here. Often you don't even title videos with the task or make, because they aren't tutorials.
I come here for morning coffee with Ray. Humorous and educational entertainment. Thanks, Ray.
I have watched since you where with the dealership. I have enjoyed both your and the Wife Unit videos. I love watching the in between also. Your videos while some are 1 hour or 20 minutes you are a very enjoyable person to listen too. Your humor is infectious and I enjoy it. Thanks Ray for all you do.
Thanks for the front end lessons you are one of the best instructors I have ever seen. Also I'm fine with the longer videos.
Don't listen to the negativity! We love your long videos!!! We watch you EVERY morning! We love the long videos!!!
That is a major reason I watch your videos, you show everything. A lot of times I learn something from you, other times I am rolling my eyes and laughing! Keep doing what you do.
Ray, a tip for those trackbar ball joints. Under the boot, the stud thins out before it turns into the ball, and it's a really good place to just cut it off. Then you can get the press with a large cup on it way easier. I worked in a fleet shop and we did these all the time on 450s and stuff.
I like the way you show all the work,no short cuts !! It’s very hard to talk while you’re working and sometimes one handed keep up the good work Ray!!
You stick to what you do Ray. The world is full of people who think they know better. I was a motor mechanic in Scotland back in the 70’s which is when I learned that if something could go wrong it will. I like how we go on the journey with you. Oh, and rust, lots and lots of rust!
I like how organic your videos are ray!
Ray, do continue with your full content. We’re able to see the full drama that encompasses the take down and the repair. There’s no better way to learn.
I like the way you show in detail! After 55 years of experience it lets me analyze the ways I would do it differently. Love your shows!!!😁
Enjoy your videos. Do not edit them for time. I like the more detailed repairs that are needed. 👍
Please don't whittle-down your vids to a particular running time Ray, what makes your channel so enjoyable is that you show the good, the bad, and yes, sometimes the ugly too for repairs that don't always go as planned. I just wish you had a drive-on lift for these big boy trucks, I could've sworn I saw that F250 shimmying a bit when you were using that big pry bar to remove the front-left axle! 😮
30:06 Once again, @RainmanRaysRepairs, I for one, LOVE the longer format videos. The guys who try to condensed them down into 15-20 mins leave a ton of details out that I dont find entertaining.
Keep your videos the way they are Ray! I learn a lot from what you do. Your way of explaining makes sense. 👍
Just because of one or two guys unhappy commenting of the duration of the video, doesn't mean that it represent 90% of us. Because 90% of us like your video the way it is. Minority does not represent the Majority. Carry on Ray you did a good job.
A good 3/4 of the 1100~ comments are going to be people saying "I like your video formats".
Ray - I LOVE your unscripted, organic vlog-style content. You're probably one of the best vehicle mechanics to watch on Lubetube. Thank you for being as excellent as you are, you're a solid 10/10 from me. I have not missed a single episode, even from all the way back in your (other place) days.
I like the long videos you do , the longer the better. Keep up the good work !
Best online repair videos I watch, Ray you just keep on providing the content the way you like to do it, I learn so much watching you, good job!
My husband and I enjoy your videos every morning. Do not stop doing what you do. We love your work and when you forget something we holler at you though the screen! So funny to be on our side knowing you did it yesterday. We still go Ray you forgot this or that or it is wrong and then in the next screen you have corrected it. We love it and your works and fun with the work. I did the "another" at hubby with windshield solvent! He looked at me like I was stupid and I had to remind him of you and the brake clean, then he laughed at me.