Wes, Eric O. has done more brake jobs than I can shake a stick at. We watch the videos for the entertainment. Doesn't matter if the jobs are repetitive. Your sense of humor and approach to the jobs are what is interesting and entertaining.
I don't watch Eric O, Ivan, Wes videos for entertainment. If you want entertainment, go to the local Ford dealership and ask to watch them work for entertainment 😅 I have learned many valuable things about how to do repairs on my own vehicle or my family. Wes, thank you for the videos. I appreciate it.
Also agree, I lost track on how many brake, wheel bearing, exhaust etc jobs since I've been watching him. Don't worry about that, it's possible Wes you may have a new viewer watching for the first time, even though it may be a little boring to you, it won't be for the new viewer.
Wes, I have been repairing vehicles for 48 years and nothing entertains me more than a cup of Coffee and watching you. It inspires me to get going out in my shop. Thanks from Iowa!
Wes please don't be afraid of repeat automotive videos. Yours are among the best repair videos on TH-cam. Don't care if it's brakes exhaust leaf springs fuel lines or tires. We come here to watch YOU. Never forget that. It's your personality that people come here to watch as much or more than the content. This video literally made my day.
Life is hard and I like to see great people fix stuff. It braces me up so I can go to war and work on my problems that I can't afford to pay someone to fix, even if I could find them. Wes, Farmcraft, CEE, Paydirt, Diesel Creek, etc. keep me going. You moved your lift. Your drill bit video's were good and deep down everyone wants a Wes down the road from them that they can go to. Repeat or not, we like your work and love to watch it. Please, keep them coming.
Love a video that starts with Wes looking distraught sat in front of an older but servicable truck; just as much as I love a video starting with Wes looking distraught sat in front of a ripped apart shop, random electronics project, or some random old heavy equipment. Just do you man, you know people like us are drawn to one another, everything you've done here has been enthralling and entertaining.
Not true but you be you.. at times the knowledge and factory training wins.. have seen 1000s spent a dealer later fixed for 100s. But yes for most repairs, your own hands or a trusty garage is prolly abetter choice.
@@mikerhodeback9636 🤣😂🤣😂 I've owned cars for more than 50 years. Every dealership that I have ever dealt with ultimately proved itself to be a scammer. Even when, at first, they seemed to be reasonably honest. NO EXCEPTIONS.
@@stansddsthis is true, as a rule of thumb a properly run dealership earns about 75% in service; however, you have to keep in mind they are servicing vehicles for more than a year. The typical vehicle returns there for at least 3-4yrs while in warranty and that service income includes warranty work as compared to the amount made on selling vehicles which is a one and done income, not a continuing revenue stream like service is.
Saving a customer from a $3600 bill sounds pretty fantastic to me! Worthy of a video for sure. Shows that used parts don’t mean broken, and that trying is always worth it. Stop doubting it Wes, just keep posting vids. Shop looks great man!
Module Repair Pro in Van Nuys California will repair that module for $149 dollars. I've used them in the past and the service was great. If I'm not mistaken, the $149 covers return shipping back to you, but you still need to pay for the initial shipping to them. I had my ABS brake module back in hand about 5 days after I sent it to them. I would use them again, no question. No programming required.... you get YOUR module back.
I did the same for my 2009 F 150 a few years ago. I’m pretty sure it was the same Van Nuys company. Best money spent. I had no idea entire assembly was so expensive. No way I would have spent $3600. Truck had over 200k miles. It’s still going. 🤞🏽
I got one from a junkyard and I just reprogrammed it with un-named software that rhymes with ford and scan. 2005 ford f150 4.6 2wd, remember that when searching for modules as they are all different for configurations.
Wes, it doesn't matter what you are repairing because your content and repairs are always interesting. Keep doing what you are doing. Blessings to you, Mrs. Wes, your son and Max.
Hey Wes, we dont come here for new repair videos.... We come here to watch YOU (and your wonderful family) fix stuff.... I wanna Watch Wes Work... I dont care what he's workin' on! Keep those videos pumpin!!!
I couldn't put it better myself. I've been watching Wes and family for 5 years or more. Its the only repair video I can watch with interest. Go Wes and Family.
Yep totally agree, there is zero chance that I'm going to own a ford truck, let alone one where the abs module fails. I come here to hear how Wes found out what is wrong and how he fixed it. Literally to watch him work, whatever that work may be.
Great video! Proves that often there is an easy work-around that won’t break the bank. Very lucky customer to have such a smart, honest and practical mechanic.
sometimes you don't need "evergreen content". Some of us are just wanting to tag along on your day and fix something... especially when we are old and disabled... Keep the content coming!
My abs module went out a year ago on my 2016 ram 1500, and I can't even get a new one, lots of class action lawsuits. Frustrating. Also happy to watch anything you put out, thanks for sharing your work with us!
I do not care about repeats, your troubleshooting process, and fixing the broken part and seeing it good again is what gives me satisfaction. I am tired of all my favorite creators chasing subscribers/views. Just keep doing what brought me here and we will be ok. Now saying that at 75 and having seen the world turn upside down I may be wishing for something not attainable. Who cares about what I want, except for me maybe. What ever you do is up to you and if you make a mistake I am sure you will be told by some keyboard commando from his mom's basement.
Eh, I've been subscribed for almost 4 years now I think. Can't speak for everyone but I watch your channel more because I like you, the way you discuss things and tackle problems more than for "evergreen" content. All Watch Wes content is good content, even if you end up working on the same stuff over the years.
I don't mind the occasional similar videos because they tend to have different issues in the diagnosis/repair. Like others have said you're great at what you do and we really enjoy your humor and personality. You're the kind of guy everyone would like to have as a friend. Rock-on!
Regarding repeating topics, the thing that I appreciate most about your videos is the process you go through. You aren't just good at troubleshooting, but you're also good at explaining how you approach the diagnosis. I heard you say that you're looking for "evergreen" content, but watching your process gets me thinking about troubleshooting in a way that I am unlikely to come up with on my own. The repetition helps me learn, so even if the topic of the issue is familiar, the 'reps' still help me follow your thought process and build my own mental muscle. In any case, I appreciate what you do and look forward to seeing how you approach things.
ABS controllers are nuts. I had a failure on the yaw rate sensor on my 2012 Honda Civic (hello YRS!) and the dealership wanted $2,700 for a new ABS module, and another $1,000 for installation and programming. On a Civic the YRS is part of the electronic module, and you cannot just swap the electronics on the ABS controller because they are coded to the ECU (yes, really - it is considered a safety feature. Swap the ABS and they will just not work until it is reprogrammed, and no dealership will do that). I found a place that would reflow a new YRS onto my existing ABS module. I shipped it off to them, they fixed it, and I reinstalled the same exact one. It cost $240 with shipping. No reprogramming needed. The only hiccup is it took 2 weeks for shipping since it got stopped at customs since it had to hop the Canadian border to the USA. I will say that I envy how easily you were able to get those brake lines disconnected - it was NOT fun on mine, but mine had like 140k miles on it at the time. At 220k now and still strong.
As much as I love the very wide variety in your work and as useful your insights on drillbit sharpening, welding and wooden construction are for me, I really have been missing vehicle repair stuff.
It’s not so much the repair, it’s the diagnosis and determination to repair that makes the video. Another fine job! May it hold up after a winter of salted roads!😊
Of course a lot of you-tubers don't realize that the majority of the audience are watching for entertainment not reference and don't mind watching jobs that have been done before. Sure, it would be a bit coma inducing to watch changing a battery in a Ford F150 every week but as long as there's variety in the repairs, it fulfills the entertainment factor. And that's just my two cents anyway.
My attraction to early WWW video was the mix of machining, automotives, WIR, and Hufflepuff Towing assistance!!! So, you just on keep on doing what you do Mr. Wes, this old schooler ain't going no where...🔥👍😎💯🙏🙏
I have to say I enjoy your troubleseshooting process and root cause analysis style repair. If the videos are similar and repair similar, that is alright so long as you show the process. Thanks Wes!
Whatever you show us is good for me. I like your videos. I like your delivery style. I like your honesty. Some of us are old enough we wouldn’t know we seen similar content before.😅
A lot of these shops/dealers have lost their minds... no conscience. My daughter in-law went to get a state inspection, car is 1-year old, told her it needed a can of BG44k... cost?? $300. Now it's $24 a can, any fool can poor it in the tank... $300?? Really. She called me, I told the mechanic that if I wasn't 7 hours a way, I'd hang my foot in his ass. Car passed inspection (really?) and away she went. Damn crooks. Keep up the great work... I'd watch you clean your ears with a Q-tip... just keep doing your thing!!
I've got my Patreon turned on, and it is too much of a bother to turn it off. So, at least from my end, keep doing what you are doing. I watch for the personality. The content is good, as well, so keep on keeping on.
Just to let other viewers know, the LAUNCH Creader Elite F (which is like $120 on Amazon) can program the Ford ABS Module (and other Ford modules). I did my ABS module on my F150. Good video.
Love your content as is Wes. I like the variety of vehicle maintenance, shop build stuff, and machining. I always think it's funny when people watch and comment for you to change content🤣 Been watching for years now and enjoy everything. I appreciate the knowledge you share and I've learned quite a bit from your channel🍻
Wes, no matter what kind of content you make we will watch it. Start to finish. We're not here because we like seeing Ford's get fixed or backhoes go into open heart surgery. We're here because we love your passion for what you do. You share your passion and knowledge with us, that's what keeps us coming back. I'd watch you talk about Ticonderoga number 2 pencils for 3 hours straight if you decided you wanted to. You're the best Wes!
on other channels i have no issue watching the 20th carburetor rebuild or magneto adjustment. Wes, perhaps do a second channel "watch wes do regular jobs" ;-)
There are 3 billion auto repair channels. We do appreciate the variety, thats why you are one of the only ones i subscribe too. I appreciate the farm content and heavy equipment repair mixed in. You remind me of me and my fathers business when i was younger. Pop is gone, but still fun to relive it vicariously through you.
Thanks Wes. My mechanical skills are dismal however watching you has often given me the courage to tackle a few little projects on my own with remarkable results. Keep on doing what you do it is entertaining, informative, and always inspiring.
I personally have benefited from your automotive content (really love when you roast some of the manufacturers). But I keep coming back because I love that you take us along the journey. I really enjoy that you share your troubleshooting thought process along with your setbacks and mistakes - all part of the process. Ive learned so much how to diagnose and troubleshoot in my work. Really appreciate all you share and do in a kind, loving manner, never condescending. Keep doing this for as long as you can as long as you’re enjoying it. Take care buddy 😄👍
I’ll watch you do whatever. I’m just here to learn some insights from the super smart multitalented guy in front of the camera. Honestly just refreshing to watch someone who seems to be pragmatic, logical and honest.
Wes, you never really need to worry about repetitiveness. I'm sure you know that sometimes even the most routine jobs throw you a curve ball. Watching you solve those mysteries is always entertaining.
Everytime i watch one of your videos and I see all the rust it makes me appreciative moving from Illinois to the Carolinas in the 80's. Good video as always!
Wes; I don't care if you're doing automotive, farm, construction equipment or the wife's dishwasher! Just you keep doing YOU! That's why most of us are here. ;-) Love your work, your ethics and your classy style.
You're dinosaur, Wes, remnant of a times when men were men, honest, passionate, patient, useful and straight forward. I often say I wanna be just like you when I grow up but I've passed 50 mark, so, there's not much time for me to get to it. Stay dinosaur, Wes and i'll be here watching you being so.
You mentioned that you created a video about replacing the ABS module, but since you did not have to replace the Electrical module, this was not a wasted video and you showed how easy it was. Sometimes we have to take the extra step to get it right and you did just that.
Good guidance! Three years ago BMW E46 ABS Module $2500 - ebay $50 for same repair. Getting at the unit was like heart surgery in the E46 - buried under master cylinder with knot of piping. Replaced electronics and valve body from the get go. You saved your customer big bucks -- super service!!! (Three Stooges quote...)
A little food for thought Wes. Maybe it isn't the content that pulls people to your channel, but perhaps it is the content creature. Love you and your videos Wes. Keep up the good work.
Very impressive. It's hardly a simple fix, but it's exciting to see someone who knows what they are doing do a successful repair and find away around an insane cost for a new part. Thanks for your video
I like the everyday stuff. I dont care if its repeated. I see it as free classes in repairs and fabrication if all kinds. I have several 20 plus year old vehicles and I sort of enjoy the challenge of keeping them on the road. Seeing the stuff you work on helps me learn new and better ways of doing my own stuff.
the journey is often better than the actual parts replacement. I enjoy the troubleshooting as much as anything especially on unusual codes. If I can watch you repair a dishwasher I'll pretty much watch anything.
I wouldn't sweat doing some videos that you've done a few years ago. People just want to see your face on a regular basis. As far as the ABS module goes, it seems like a great business opportunity for someone with some mechanical skills to rebuild these units, along with an instruction sheet on how to reprogram the module once installed.
Doesn't matter to me if you cover a certain aspect more than once - I will watch it anyway 🙂 And, oh, your son will get into the aviation world - just as I did 60 years ago 😇 Greetings from far away Switzerland!
you are one man, who owns the equipement of large company. Now your shop is a mess. Free the space, do car-repairs. We, your viewers, your customers, we like it! Sell all machines, buy a sandblaster or a dry-ice-blaster. This is very good for yt, you will love to work with that equipement. Buy old scrap-cars, repair them, use or sell them, if not enough car-customers find their way to your repair-shop. Sand-blast everything! Have fun, bring videos to us!
All of your videos are new to me, even the repeats. Keep 'em rolling! My thoughts on the cost of parts. They price they based upon the VALUE of the part, not the acutal cost to manufacture and distribute the parts. Without that part, the truck's value becomes the value of scrap metal. I can't see $3.6k+ in that part either. I've posted before that dealerships charge 2x-5x the retail price that cosumers can buy themselves. My story: A well known car window replacement franchise Saxxxxte wanted to charge me $320 for a window regulator + $150 labor. I scheculed the repair but the part didn't come in. So I rescheduled the repair. When I received the new work order, the price went up by $28. I cancelled the job. I found that part on Amazon for $44. So I bought it and installed it myself. Never did it before on any car, but I learned by doing.
I haven’t ever cared what the video is about, even if it’s over my head, I still love seeing a new video from you and will watch it every time! I love your sense of humor and ways you go about things, super entertaining and educational!
Stabilatrak is a GM thing. 15-20 minute videos are just about perfect. And even if you do the same repair, there is always something different about each job that isn't repeated.
I have a 92 Thunderbird Sport the antilock brake system went out on it. It was about 20 years old at the time. Ford never built enough birds with antilocks to even think about building a replacement unit. I had to go pull a power brake unit off of a 99 crownvicky and convert it over to power brakes. It worked still have the car still runs like it did when it was new!!!!!!
Thanks for posting. I'm glad to watch similar car repair videos. I wouldn't touch an F-150 with a 10 foot pole, and I sure wouldn't buy one of those iPods on wheels, but your methodical approach to diagnosis helps me out a lot when I'm fixing my 20 year+ old vehicles from a less rusty part of the US.
They don't have to justify $3600 for that ... they want you to justify trading it in on a new one. Willing to watch any video you put out. Thanks for sharing 🇨🇦
I am here to watch you fix, explore, create and build any type of vehicle or machine you find interesting. I enjoy the diagnostic and engineering mindset and every now and again you inspire me to push my boundaries with a project of my own. I will never own a backhoe but I sure like learning big about diesel engines and hydraulics as I encounter them from time to time on other applications. Just do what you find interesting and chances are most of us will be interested as well.
Wes, I've been subscribed to your channel for around 7 years and I can sort of understand the desire not to repeat content, but your videos are a lovely mix of humour and subject content. I'm probably not alone in saying that I don't care if you repeat content, but do whatever makes you happy, I'll watch them all....
Been a Ford truck guy forever. Sadly, the company has gone the way of the DoDo. I wouldn't own a Ford any newer than a 2003. Thanks for sharing. I enjoyed the shop reorg project. I am getting close to setting up my shop and enjoy seeing others concepts. Thanks for sharing.
I’ve been with you for 5-6 years? And I can’t remember anyone giving a bad comment. Poor Mortske gets em every video! You have solidified your #1 spot!
I got the ABS warning on my 09 F150. Being unwilling to pay stupid prices for a repair, I sent the electronic module to a place in Los Angeles to be repaired. IIRC it was a little north of $100. It came back and worked! Plug and play, no programming needed as it was my original module.
A cup of coffee and a new video from Wes. It’s gonna be a great Saturday. Like so many others, I’ll watch whatever you post. I wish I lived closer, I have a couple vehicles that could use your expertise. ❤ from WI.
I like all of your content. I love the humor, explanations of how things work, varied subjects are fine. You have ability and show how to get things done. Keep it up
Mix n match Wes, whatever comes your way and you want to put out there fine by me. As other comments state you are honest,trustworthy and 110% watchable, at the same time you may not realise how much you teach us thank you from across the pond
We dont care about repeat videos. We watch your videos because of you. I am disappointed when you dont upload for a couple of weeks. I get it you're busy. That just shows how much I look forward to your videos. Have a good one, Wes.
Doesn't matter if the repair is a repeat. Your witty take on scenarios and situations, your expertise and the whole watching experience is what I enjoy. Just my two cents. Dealer costs are becoming ungodly. I was quoted $2600 for ONE catalytic converter recently. No labor, just the part. I went aftermarket and got both cats brand new for half the cost of the one Mopar cat. I'm hoping prices start going the other way soon. Everyone needs to live!
While you don’t want to repeat, we out here see different things, and in the end we are here to watch you drop tools on the floor just as much as fix things. It’s a human story as much as a technical one.
I'm a dealer tech and i have been able to swap multiple hcu blocks to the original module. That was a weird one. Oh and we'd watch you do the same things over and over again. It's not the content, it's your attitude and approach to the jobs that's bringing the views
Great job Wes saved the customer a fortune,defo not many honest and reliable mechanics like you buddy and I’m sure if you were painting the shed or whatever we would still watch it’s the detail and humour and honesty that I’m sure most of us would agree with that makes your videos interesting and of course your skills ,defo one of the best TH-camrs in my view out there take care to you all and max and have a great day 👍👌❤️🔧🔧🔧🦴🦴🐾🐾
Wes, Eric O. has done more brake jobs than I can shake a stick at. We watch the videos for the entertainment. Doesn't matter if the jobs are repetitive.
Your sense of humor and approach to the jobs are what is interesting and entertaining.
Agreed!
I don't watch Eric O, Ivan, Wes videos for entertainment.
If you want entertainment, go to the local Ford dealership and ask to watch them work for entertainment 😅
I have learned many valuable things about how to do repairs on my own vehicle or my family.
Wes, thank you for the videos. I appreciate it.
I can say I happily watched his recent video about replacing car batteries.
It's definitely more about the personality of the presenter.
Also agree, I lost track on how many brake, wheel bearing, exhaust etc jobs since I've been watching him. Don't worry about that, it's possible Wes you may have a new viewer watching for the first time, even though it may be a little boring to you, it won't be for the new viewer.
This!! No matter the content, your channel is always worth watching!
Wes, I have been repairing vehicles for 48 years and nothing entertains me more than a cup of Coffee and watching you. It inspires me to get going out in my shop. Thanks from Iowa!
Wes please don't be afraid of repeat automotive videos. Yours are among the best repair videos on TH-cam. Don't care if it's brakes exhaust leaf springs fuel lines or tires. We come here to watch YOU. Never forget that. It's your personality that people come here to watch as much or more than the content. This video literally made my day.
Amen!
Agreed
We come here to see you brother and how you breakdown/tackle a problem, I couldn't care less if you have made a video on it before.
Life is hard and I like to see great people fix stuff. It braces me up so I can go to war and work on my problems that I can't afford to pay someone to fix, even if I could find them. Wes, Farmcraft, CEE, Paydirt, Diesel Creek, etc. keep me going.
You moved your lift. Your drill bit video's were good and deep down everyone wants a Wes down the road from them that they can go to.
Repeat or not, we like your work and love to watch it. Please, keep them coming.
You should add Ivan at Pine Hollow Auto Diagnostics to your list of go to channels.
You will be amazed.
Farmcraft and Wes are two real inspirations for me.
Love a video that starts with Wes looking distraught sat in front of an older but servicable truck; just as much as I love a video starting with Wes looking distraught sat in front of a ripped apart shop, random electronics project, or some random old heavy equipment.
Just do you man, you know people like us are drawn to one another, everything you've done here has been enthralling and entertaining.
Whatever you make Wes I will watch. After watching TH-cam for many years I've realised it's the personality of honest guys that makes them watchable.
❤❤❤!
Well said....
Same here
Ditto and a few more words for the algorithm to take notice of.
NEVER EVER take a vehicle to a dealership for repair. NEVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! LOVE your channel!!!
Not true but you be you.. at times the knowledge and factory training wins.. have seen 1000s spent a dealer later fixed for 100s. But yes for most repairs, your own hands or a trusty garage is prolly abetter choice.
@@mikerhodeback9636 🤣😂🤣😂 I've owned cars for more than 50 years. Every dealership that I have ever dealt with ultimately proved itself to be a scammer. Even when, at first, they seemed to be reasonably honest. NO EXCEPTIONS.
I have to agree, dealerships don't make much money on the sale of a vehicle, but the service center is the profit center.
@@mikerhodeback9636...why did you disagree and then immediately disprove your own point?
@@stansddsthis is true, as a rule of thumb a properly run dealership earns about 75% in service; however, you have to keep in mind they are servicing vehicles for more than a year. The typical vehicle returns there for at least 3-4yrs while in warranty and that service income includes warranty work as compared to the amount made on selling vehicles which is a one and done income, not a continuing revenue stream like service is.
Saving a customer from a $3600 bill sounds pretty fantastic to me! Worthy of a video for sure. Shows that used parts don’t mean broken, and that trying is always worth it.
Stop doubting it Wes, just keep posting vids. Shop looks great man!
Wes is practically a hero! HE SAVED the customet one months salary..IF YOU HAVE A GOOD JOB😮
Apparently Wes doesn’t understand this basic concept. Fool!!
Module Repair Pro in Van Nuys California will repair that module for $149 dollars. I've used them in the past and the service was great. If I'm not mistaken, the $149 covers return shipping back to you, but you still need to pay for the initial shipping to them. I had my ABS brake module back in hand about 5 days after I sent it to them. I would use them again, no question. No programming required.... you get YOUR module back.
I did the same for my 2009 F 150 a few years ago. I’m pretty sure it was the same Van Nuys company. Best money spent. I had no idea entire assembly was so expensive. No way I would have spent $3600. Truck had over 200k miles. It’s still going. 🤞🏽
I got one from a junkyard and I just reprogrammed it with un-named software that rhymes with ford and scan. 2005 ford f150 4.6 2wd, remember that when searching for modules as they are all different for configurations.
Wes, it doesn't matter what you are repairing because your content and repairs are always interesting. Keep doing what you are doing. Blessings to you, Mrs. Wes, your son and Max.
I agree 100%
I don’t think it’s the content of the video, it’s the way you make it easy to follow and understand.
👏🤞👍🙏🚙
Hey Wes, we dont come here for new repair videos.... We come here to watch YOU (and your wonderful family) fix stuff.... I wanna Watch Wes Work... I dont care what he's workin' on! Keep those videos pumpin!!!
I couldn't put it better myself. I've been watching Wes and family for 5 years or more. Its the only repair video I can watch with interest. Go Wes and Family.
This!
Yep totally agree, there is zero chance that I'm going to own a ford truck, let alone one where the abs module fails. I come here to hear how Wes found out what is wrong and how he fixed it. Literally to watch him work, whatever that work may be.
Great video! Proves that often there is an easy work-around that won’t break the bank. Very lucky customer to have such a smart, honest and practical mechanic.
You just keep talking and filming, we will just keep watching and listening. Thanks again for all the great honest and wholesome entertainment.
sometimes you don't need "evergreen content". Some of us are just wanting to tag along on your day and fix something... especially when we are old and disabled... Keep the content coming!
My abs module went out a year ago on my 2016 ram 1500, and I can't even get a new one, lots of class action lawsuits. Frustrating. Also happy to watch anything you put out, thanks for sharing your work with us!
Typical ford dealership tried to upsell my 2015 f150
Idc what you do… automobiles or anything else, you always make it interesting to watch. Thank you sir keep on keeping on!!!
Your channel is a real oasis in the world of TH-cam. Continue to delight us with your work.😲🚢🚀
This is one of the reasons I keep my 64' Chevy 1/2 ton on the road, simple and easy and no programming anything!
Drove my 76 3/4 k20 to work today, cabs rusting away but everything else is solid 👍🏽
I'll gladly watch you work on any rusty junk even if I have seen it before.
I do not care about repeats, your troubleshooting process, and fixing the broken part and seeing it good again is what gives me satisfaction. I am tired of all my favorite creators chasing subscribers/views. Just keep doing what brought me here and we will be ok. Now saying that at 75 and having seen the world turn upside down I may be wishing for something not attainable. Who cares about what I want, except for me maybe. What ever you do is up to you and if you make a mistake I am sure you will be told by some keyboard commando from his mom's basement.
UK here, WWW is worth watching whatever you are repairing, thanks.
Eh, I've been subscribed for almost 4 years now I think. Can't speak for everyone but I watch your channel more because I like you, the way you discuss things and tackle problems more than for "evergreen" content. All Watch Wes content is good content, even if you end up working on the same stuff over the years.
I don't mind the occasional similar videos because they tend to have different issues in the diagnosis/repair. Like others have said you're great at what you do and we really enjoy your humor and personality. You're the kind of guy everyone would like to have as a friend. Rock-on!
Regarding repeating topics, the thing that I appreciate most about your videos is the process you go through. You aren't just good at troubleshooting, but you're also good at explaining how you approach the diagnosis. I heard you say that you're looking for "evergreen" content, but watching your process gets me thinking about troubleshooting in a way that I am unlikely to come up with on my own. The repetition helps me learn, so even if the topic of the issue is familiar, the 'reps' still help me follow your thought process and build my own mental muscle. In any case, I appreciate what you do and look forward to seeing how you approach things.
Just keep putting out the videos, I don't care if you are washing the dog. You are in my opinon one of the best mechanics around. Thanks, Wes
ABS controllers are nuts. I had a failure on the yaw rate sensor on my 2012 Honda Civic (hello YRS!) and the dealership wanted $2,700 for a new ABS module, and another $1,000 for installation and programming. On a Civic the YRS is part of the electronic module, and you cannot just swap the electronics on the ABS controller because they are coded to the ECU (yes, really - it is considered a safety feature. Swap the ABS and they will just not work until it is reprogrammed, and no dealership will do that).
I found a place that would reflow a new YRS onto my existing ABS module. I shipped it off to them, they fixed it, and I reinstalled the same exact one. It cost $240 with shipping. No reprogramming needed. The only hiccup is it took 2 weeks for shipping since it got stopped at customs since it had to hop the Canadian border to the USA.
I will say that I envy how easily you were able to get those brake lines disconnected - it was NOT fun on mine, but mine had like 140k miles on it at the time. At 220k now and still strong.
As much as I love the very wide variety in your work and as useful your insights on drillbit sharpening, welding and wooden construction are for me, I really have been missing vehicle repair stuff.
Your channel is called WATCH WES WORK. I like you and your growing family. I would enjoy watching Wes do just about anything. God bless you.
Yes, we know what his channel is called 😂
It’s not so much the repair, it’s the diagnosis and determination to repair that makes the video. Another fine job! May it hold up after a winter of salted roads!😊
Of course a lot of you-tubers don't realize that the majority of the audience are watching for entertainment not reference and don't mind watching jobs that have been done before. Sure, it would be a bit coma inducing to watch changing a battery in a Ford F150 every week but as long as there's variety in the repairs, it fulfills the entertainment factor.
And that's just my two cents anyway.
I've been a mechanic for almost 50 years, and i'm still learning something everytime i watch your videos. They're entertaining as well.
My attraction to early WWW video was the mix of machining, automotives, WIR, and Hufflepuff Towing assistance!!! So, you just on keep on doing what you do Mr. Wes, this old schooler ain't going no where...🔥👍😎💯🙏🙏
I have to say I enjoy your troubleseshooting process and root cause analysis style repair. If the videos are similar and repair similar, that is alright so long as you show the process. Thanks Wes!
Whatever you show us is good for me. I like your videos. I like your delivery style. I like your honesty. Some of us are old enough we wouldn’t know we seen similar content before.😅
In Ford's eye its a 10yr old vehicle and obsolete. So they want you to buy a new vehicle by over priced replacement parts.
100%
2009 Explorer XLT 4.0 4x4, multi-month nightmare locating Gem security module. Parts for '89 Toyota cargo van, no problem.
How did you reply 3 days ago when the video came out this morning?
That's every manufacturer. 😡
@markh178 Patreon subscribers get to see videos days earlier.
A lot of these shops/dealers have lost their minds... no conscience. My daughter in-law went to get a state inspection, car is 1-year old, told her it needed a can of BG44k... cost?? $300. Now it's $24 a can, any fool can poor it in the tank... $300?? Really. She called me, I told the mechanic that if I wasn't 7 hours a way, I'd hang my foot in his ass. Car passed inspection (really?) and away she went. Damn crooks. Keep up the great work... I'd watch you clean your ears with a Q-tip... just keep doing your thing!!
I can only imagine the terror the machanic felt.
I've got my Patreon turned on, and it is too much of a bother to turn it off. So, at least from my end, keep doing what you are doing.
I watch for the personality. The content is good, as well, so keep on keeping on.
Don’t worry what your working on Wes, I’m here because of your personality and approach to repairing things.
Man I do love all the things your drag us along on but watching you work on things with engines is always a joy.
That’s life in a rural repair shop, you get what you get. I’d still watch if you were peeling potato’s.
Not sure i would have clicked on that actually
Just to let other viewers know, the LAUNCH Creader Elite F (which is like $120 on Amazon) can program the Ford ABS Module (and other Ford modules). I did my ABS module on my F150. Good video.
Love your content as is Wes. I like the variety of vehicle maintenance, shop build stuff, and machining. I always think it's funny when people watch and comment for you to change content🤣 Been watching for years now and enjoy everything. I appreciate the knowledge you share and I've learned quite a bit from your channel🍻
Wes, no matter what kind of content you make we will watch it. Start to finish. We're not here because we like seeing Ford's get fixed or backhoes go into open heart surgery. We're here because we love your passion for what you do. You share your passion and knowledge with us, that's what keeps us coming back. I'd watch you talk about Ticonderoga number 2 pencils for 3 hours straight if you decided you wanted to. You're the best Wes!
Your the real deal, a man with integrity and honesty, and definitely a happy customer! Don't mind if you make a few similar topic videos at all.
$3600.00 looks, to me, to be a clerical error on Ford's behalf! That is just outrageous! Nice work saving the customer a load of dough!
You make it I'll will watch it. Thanks Wes.
on other channels i have no issue watching the 20th carburetor rebuild or magneto adjustment. Wes, perhaps do a second channel "watch wes do regular jobs" ;-)
There are 3 billion auto repair channels. We do appreciate the variety, thats why you are one of the only ones i subscribe too. I appreciate the farm content and heavy equipment repair mixed in. You remind me of me and my fathers business when i was younger. Pop is gone, but still fun to relive it vicariously through you.
During your brake bleed the closed captions said [applause] and [music]. I wish my brake bleeding was as dramatic and well received.
Thanks Wes. My mechanical skills are dismal however watching you has often given me the courage to tackle a few little projects on my own with remarkable results. Keep on doing what you do it is entertaining, informative, and always inspiring.
Wish you were closer here as we would be very blessed to have someone with you skills, expertise and integrity in our area.
Thx for the great videos.
I personally have benefited from your automotive content (really love when you roast some of the manufacturers). But I keep coming back because I love that you take us along the journey. I really enjoy that you share your troubleshooting thought process along with your setbacks and mistakes - all part of the process. Ive learned so much how to diagnose and troubleshoot in my work. Really appreciate all you share and do in a kind, loving manner, never condescending. Keep doing this for as long as you can as long as you’re enjoying it. Take care buddy 😄👍
I’ll watch you do whatever. I’m just here to learn some insights from the super smart multitalented guy in front of the camera. Honestly just refreshing to watch someone who seems to be pragmatic, logical and honest.
Wes, I don't mind repeat content, as long as it's a different vehicle... because you always find a way to make it entertaining.
Wes, you never really need to worry about repetitiveness. I'm sure you know that sometimes even the most routine jobs throw you a curve ball. Watching you solve those mysteries is always entertaining.
Everytime i watch one of your videos and I see all the rust it makes me appreciative moving from Illinois to the Carolinas in the 80's. Good video as always!
Wes; I don't care if you're doing automotive, farm, construction equipment or the wife's dishwasher!
Just you keep doing YOU! That's why most of us are here. ;-)
Love your work, your ethics and your classy style.
You're dinosaur, Wes, remnant of a times when men were men, honest, passionate, patient, useful and straight forward. I often say I wanna be just like you when I grow up but I've passed 50 mark, so, there's not much time for me to get to it. Stay dinosaur, Wes and i'll be here watching you being so.
I think most people agree, we watch for Wes, whatever the work 😊
You mentioned that you created a video about replacing the ABS module, but since you did not have to replace the Electrical module, this was not a wasted video and you showed how easy it was. Sometimes we have to take the extra step to get it right and you did just that.
Good guidance! Three years ago BMW E46 ABS Module $2500 - ebay $50 for same repair. Getting at the unit was like heart surgery in the E46 - buried under master cylinder with knot of piping. Replaced electronics and valve body from the get go. You saved your customer big bucks -- super service!!! (Three Stooges quote...)
Don’t care what you are working on! Everyone is great to watch, could never get bored 😊
A little food for thought Wes. Maybe it isn't the content that pulls people to your channel, but perhaps it is the content creature. Love you and your videos Wes. Keep up the good work.
Very impressive. It's hardly a simple fix, but it's exciting to see someone who knows what they are doing do a successful repair and find away around an insane cost for a new part. Thanks for your video
I like the everyday stuff. I dont care if its repeated. I see it as free classes in repairs and fabrication if all kinds. I have several 20 plus year old vehicles and I sort of enjoy the challenge of keeping them on the road. Seeing the stuff you work on helps me learn new and better ways of doing my own stuff.
the journey is often better than the actual parts replacement. I enjoy the troubleshooting as much as anything especially on unusual codes. If I can watch you repair a dishwasher I'll pretty much watch anything.
I wouldn't sweat doing some videos that you've done a few years ago. People just want to see your face on a regular basis.
As far as the ABS module goes, it seems like a great business opportunity for someone with some mechanical skills to rebuild these units, along with an instruction sheet on how to reprogram the module once installed.
I like the content mix, I like it when you fix old junk, Tools, equipment, tractors
Doesn't matter to me if you cover a certain aspect more than once - I will watch it anyway 🙂
And, oh, your son will get into the aviation world - just as I did 60 years ago 😇
Greetings from far away Switzerland!
you are one man, who owns the equipement of large company.
Now your shop is a mess.
Free the space, do car-repairs.
We, your viewers, your customers, we like it!
Sell all machines, buy a sandblaster or a dry-ice-blaster.
This is very good for yt, you will love to work with that equipement.
Buy old scrap-cars, repair them, use or sell them, if not enough car-customers find their way to your repair-shop.
Sand-blast everything!
Have fun, bring videos to us!
The automotive content is probably my favorite, but I like all of it. I'm more here for the entertainment than anything else
All of your videos are new to me, even the repeats. Keep 'em rolling! My thoughts on the cost of parts. They price they based upon the VALUE of the part, not the acutal cost to manufacture and distribute the parts. Without that part, the truck's value becomes the value of scrap metal. I can't see $3.6k+ in that part either. I've posted before that dealerships charge 2x-5x the retail price that cosumers can buy themselves. My story: A well known car window replacement franchise Saxxxxte wanted to charge me $320 for a window regulator + $150 labor. I scheculed the repair but the part didn't come in. So I rescheduled the repair. When I received the new work order, the price went up by $28. I cancelled the job. I found that part on Amazon for $44. So I bought it and installed it myself. Never did it before on any car, but I learned by doing.
Please Wes don’t worry about it. I’m old enough now that everything is new. The memory has gone. You have a great channel
I haven’t ever cared what the video is about, even if it’s over my head, I still love seeing a new video from you and will watch it every time! I love your sense of humor and ways you go about things, super entertaining and educational!
Stabilatrak is a GM thing. 15-20 minute videos are just about perfect. And even if you do the same repair, there is always something different about each job that isn't repeated.
I have a 92 Thunderbird Sport the antilock brake system went out on it. It was about 20 years old at the time. Ford never built enough birds with antilocks to even think about building a replacement unit. I had to go pull a power brake unit off of a 99 crownvicky and convert it over to power brakes. It worked still have the car still runs like it did when it was new!!!!!!
Thanks for posting. I'm glad to watch similar car repair videos. I wouldn't touch an F-150 with a 10 foot pole, and I sure wouldn't buy one of those iPods on wheels, but your methodical approach to diagnosis helps me out a lot when I'm fixing my 20 year+ old vehicles from a less rusty part of the US.
It doesn't matter if you show us repeat work we just like to watch you fixing things.
They don't have to justify $3600 for that ... they want you to justify trading it in on a new one.
Willing to watch any video you put out.
Thanks for sharing 🇨🇦
I am here to watch you fix, explore, create and build any type of vehicle or machine you find interesting. I enjoy the diagnostic and engineering mindset and every now and again you inspire me to push my boundaries with a project of my own. I will never own a backhoe but I sure like learning big about diesel engines and hydraulics as I encounter them from time to time on other applications. Just do what you find interesting and chances are most of us will be interested as well.
Wes, I've been subscribed to your channel for around 7 years and I can sort of understand the desire not to repeat content, but your videos are a lovely mix of humour and subject content. I'm probably not alone in saying that I don't care if you repeat content, but do whatever makes you happy, I'll watch them all....
Been a Ford truck guy forever. Sadly, the company has gone the way of the DoDo. I wouldn't own a Ford any newer than a 2003. Thanks for sharing. I enjoyed the shop reorg project. I am getting close to setting up my shop and enjoy seeing others concepts. Thanks for sharing.
I’ve been with you for 5-6 years? And I can’t remember anyone giving a bad comment. Poor Mortske gets em every video! You have solidified your #1 spot!
I got the ABS warning on my 09 F150. Being unwilling to pay stupid prices for a repair, I sent the electronic module to a place in Los Angeles to be repaired. IIRC it was a little north of $100. It came back and worked! Plug and play, no programming needed as it was my original module.
A cup of coffee and a new video from Wes. It’s gonna be a great Saturday. Like so many others, I’ll watch whatever you post. I wish I lived closer, I have a couple vehicles that could use your expertise. ❤ from WI.
You are very skillful, hope your customers know this
I like all of your content. I love the humor, explanations of how things work, varied subjects are fine. You have ability and show how to get things done. Keep it up
Mix n match Wes, whatever comes your way and you want to put out there fine by me. As other comments state you are honest,trustworthy and 110% watchable, at the same time you may not realise how much you teach us thank you from across the pond
Wes just keep making content, your personality is what helps and your lovely assistant too. Love watching you.
Repeat videos are not a problem I'll watch them regardless
Just film your jobs. I enjoy watching to see what kind of job you have and how you solved the problem. Thanks for sharing your world with us.
We dont care about repeat videos. We watch your videos because of you. I am disappointed when you dont upload for a couple of weeks. I get it you're busy. That just shows how much I look forward to your videos. Have a good one, Wes.
Doesn't matter if the repair is a repeat. Your witty take on scenarios and situations, your expertise and the whole watching experience is what I enjoy. Just my two cents. Dealer costs are becoming ungodly. I was quoted $2600 for ONE catalytic converter recently. No labor, just the part. I went aftermarket and got both cats brand new for half the cost of the one Mopar cat. I'm hoping prices start going the other way soon. Everyone needs to live!
While you don’t want to repeat, we out here see different things, and in the end we are here to watch you drop tools on the floor just as much as fix things. It’s a human story as much as a technical one.
Do what makes you comfortable Wes and more importantly keep Mrs. Wes happy.
Yep - got a video from Wes on Saturday - Yea!!! We love anything you work on Wes, and it's never a bore.
For me, your mix of content is interesting and fun to watch. I’m always learning something from your videos.
Some days one just wants to Watch Wes Work. What Wes does is not that important as Wes has a way to make a lot of things interesting.
Go Wes!
I'm a dealer tech and i have been able to swap multiple hcu blocks to the original module. That was a weird one. Oh and we'd watch you do the same things over and over again. It's not the content, it's your attitude and approach to the jobs that's bringing the views
I've done it several times too. I don't have an explanation.
Great job Wes saved the customer a fortune,defo not many honest and reliable mechanics like you buddy and I’m sure if you were painting the shed or whatever we would still watch it’s the detail and humour and honesty that I’m sure most of us would agree with that makes your videos interesting and of course your skills ,defo one of the best TH-camrs in my view out there take care to you all and max and have a great day 👍👌❤️🔧🔧🔧🦴🦴🐾🐾