Nice instructional video. I've wanted on of these years ago, when we had an small EVAP leak. Took to the dealer and they charged us around $150, to replace a gas cap. Back then, the smoke machines cost a few hundred dollars. I'm glade I was able to find an inexpensive one. We have another small EVAP leak that I need to find. This little guy will pay for itself the first time I use it.
Just ordered one with your discount. Thanks Buddy! I tried Amazon first but 5 days later it still had not even shipped and Autoline Pro gave me free shipping. Win win!
I was in need of checking my motorhome and my jeep out. Saw a video on making your own smoke machine.. Too much time to make and at the end of the day would have had to order the accessories anyway from Autoline. Ordered with accessories and used code. Great Deal!!
Thx for the discount code dude, just ordered the cone adapter and it was a couple bucks cheaper than Amazon after applying the code. Great quality video too. Much appreciated.
Ordered this today after watching several reviews. They're no joke on getting it shipped!! I'm in NC, tracking shows it's going to be delivered Friday. I couldn't get it that quick just one state over!! I have a LR3 for my first victim Friday. It's got a large evap leak code paired with bank 1 & 2 lean. I can't wait to find out what it is.
What the hell? I'm so confused... why did he put that yellow cover over that part of the intake? Isn't that the empty portion of the intake that was the entrance part for air?
They have a new one now called the Ventus Automotive Smoke Machine. I ordered the one you have and just received it. Have not opened it yet and have asked them to let me swap. Looks very good, as all their products are.
Hi, my audi a4 b7 has a turbo. So if I just push the smoke into the air intake the smoke would go through the turbo and ends up at the throttle body. What about all the vaccum hoses? Does the throttle have to be open? Thanks
I made the “martinbuilt” smoker from his channel and hooked it up to the little yellow air compressor from harbor freight. Works great and less than 25 bucks!
Someone recently did this for me because I think i may have an evap leak. But they ran the smoke through the oil cap. Is this recommended? We didn't see any leaks and the smoke just exited through the air intakes. I am trying to see if I have a leaking intake manifold is there a better way to perform this test?
I have a large leak i did the smoke machine but there were no leaks but still say I have a large leak, I changed the purge valve and the leak detection pump and no luck🤦🏻♂️
Hey Ty. I saw that no one responded to you so I thought I'd help you out. Yes you can use an air compressor BUT make sure the pressure is no higher than 1%. That said, you can't always trust air compressor gauges. An easy way to fix that is, propane grills use a pressure regulator that can be hooked up to your air compressor. Or, you can simply use a bicycle pump; just pump enough to circulate the smoke. Lastly, I found a DIY video that lists all you'd need and walks you through making your own smoke tester. Cost about $30-50. Hope this helps.
@@Roller76 I'm here to see if anyone used a tire inflator. But I noticed he did say that the smoke machine comes a 1psi regulator, so I'm guessing a tire inflator set to 1psi would be safe.
Since I don’t have a compressor yet I’m guessing I could duct tape a bicycle pump to that machine and get reasonable results. One pound of pressure - no problem - could probably just stick on any kind of hose and blow on it.
So many great reviews on yelp and on TH-cam I bought it, this piece of shit won’t warm up ! I swear to God I stayed an hour and tried 2 different car batteries and it wouldn’t warm up. I would give this garbage a fucking negative 5 if I could. Maybe I got a defective one but it was BARELY like warm which obviously didn’t produce smoke anything close to this video !!😡
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Nice instructional video. I've wanted on of these years ago, when we had an small EVAP leak. Took to the dealer and they charged us around $150, to replace a gas cap. Back then, the smoke machines cost a few hundred dollars. I'm glade I was able to find an inexpensive one. We have another small EVAP leak that I need to find. This little guy will pay for itself the first time I use it.
Ohh absolutely. Be sure to use the promo code to save you a little money!
Just ordered one with your discount. Thanks Buddy! I tried Amazon first but 5 days later it still had not even shipped and Autoline Pro gave me free shipping. Win win!
I was in need of checking my motorhome and my jeep out. Saw a video on making your own smoke machine.. Too much time to make and at the end of the day would have had to order the accessories anyway from Autoline. Ordered with accessories and used code. Great Deal!!
Thx for the discount code dude, just ordered the cone adapter and it was a couple bucks cheaper than Amazon after applying the code. Great quality video too. Much appreciated.
Literally just bought a volvo and was testing for air leak with water the old way and stumbled accross the video at the perfect time. Appreciate it
Ordered this today after watching several reviews. They're no joke on getting it shipped!! I'm in NC, tracking shows it's going to be delivered Friday. I couldn't get it that quick just one state over!! I have a LR3 for my first victim Friday. It's got a large evap leak code paired with bank 1 & 2 lean. I can't wait to find out what it is.
This thing is great. Hope you used the discount code!
@@BuddysDIY I did, but it was down to $107, or something like that before entering the code. I don't think it took any extra off.
@@BuddysDIY maaaaaan! Oh man!! I've been sleeping on a smoke machine. This thing works beautifully!!!! Might buy a buddy of mine one for xmas.
Goo to hear brother. It's a little beast. Especially when it hooked up to a nice strong battery it will pump out some smoke forsure
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This is a TERRIFIC comprehensive demonstration video.
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What the hell? I'm so confused... why did he put that yellow cover over that part of the intake? Isn't that the empty portion of the intake that was the entrance part for air?
Yea that got me scratching my head too, it was un-needed.
Same here lol
To prevent dirt from going into it.
@@Pk3_Garage Dirt wouldn't get into it if it wasn't opened. 😂😂😂
Just purchased this through your link! It automatically puts your discount code in... Thanks!
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They have a new one now called the Ventus Automotive Smoke Machine. I ordered the one you have and just received it. Have not opened it yet and have asked them to let me swap. Looks very good, as all their products are.
Dude this best channel on TH-cam
This is something all shade trees need. They used to be like $700.. finally things like this gets affordable.
This guy sounds just like Chris Fix. They both do great videos!
Thanks for the video bro!
Appreciate it!
Have a good one!
Nice tool!
Does this one spit any amount of oil out of the end with the smoke? I bought the autool with built in pump and pressure gauge.
Hi, my audi a4 b7 has a turbo. So if I just push the smoke into the air intake the smoke would go through the turbo and ends up at the throttle body. What about all the vaccum hoses? Does the throttle have to be open? Thanks
Hey great video Buddy, I always wondered about how to do a smoke test like this, thanks.
Why would you block the air filter box? It's not even connected to the intake/engine any more.....
You don’t want anything touching/contaminating your mass airflow sensor other than air. On the opposite end the air filter protects the sensor.
Thank you for the heads up about the regulator and what the rated pressure was.
I’m curious is the code you get for the evap canister the same as the code for anything else including a gas cap problem?
I ordered mine. Thank you for the discount.
I made the “martinbuilt” smoker from his channel and hooked it up to the little yellow air compressor from harbor freight. Works great and less than 25 bucks!
What item number was it ? And were you able to use a quick connect
That's the reason I'm here for this video was to find out if I could use a tire compressor instead of an air compressor
Thanks for the information
Thanks Pickup up 2 today using your code...
Someone recently did this for me because I think i may have an evap leak. But they ran the smoke through the oil cap. Is this recommended? We didn't see any leaks and the smoke just exited through the air intakes. I am trying to see if I have a leaking intake manifold is there a better way to perform this test?
Nice video thanks!
I have a large leak i did the smoke machine but there were no leaks but still say I have a large leak, I changed the purge valve and the leak detection pump and no luck🤦🏻♂️
Does the car have to be on to test for leaks?
Thanks for the review, where did you buy the yellow caps?
Ordered it off your link, but promo code didn't work anymore I guess- Kept telling me invalid on both upper and lower case.. Great video.. Thx!!
Have a running lean code. This will show if any vacuum hoses are bad (On inspection they all look good), heck even the EVAP system might have a leak.
Great video. I'm testing a 2019 Jetta and see smoke coming out of the round vent next to the canister. Does this mean the valve is open and bad?
It means it’s staying open replace
I bought this same one and mine dose not push nowhere near the amount of smoke that yours pushes out.
EVAP service kit is no longer included and a $24.99 extra??
Can I attach my portable tire- air compressor? Not sure how I would do this though… I’m having an EVAP leak myself and I’m a beginner DIY
Hey Ty. I saw that no one responded to you so I thought I'd help you out. Yes you can use an air compressor BUT make sure the pressure is no higher than 1%. That said, you can't always trust air compressor gauges. An easy way to fix that is, propane grills use a pressure regulator that can be hooked up to your air compressor. Or, you can simply use a bicycle pump; just pump enough to circulate the smoke. Lastly, I found a DIY video that lists all you'd need and walks you through making your own smoke tester. Cost about $30-50. Hope this helps.
@@Roller76 I'm here to see if anyone used a tire inflator. But I noticed he did say that the smoke machine comes a 1psi regulator, so I'm guessing a tire inflator set to 1psi would be safe.
Why is a regulator needed to maintain 1 psi?
Is the evap system that sensitive?
Thank you for this video. I learned much
The pressure sensors are delicate and can be damaged by higher pressure.
@@MarzNet256 thank you for the information!
Did all that hardware came with the smoke machine? Or I have to order separate
I just bought the same machine and it's not putting out close to that much smoke and says it's a 0.5psi regulator
You battery is getting week. It should be putting out a good bit of smoke. And the website sais 1 psi regulated
If that’s the case why don’t you send them a pic and get an explanation or get it replaced? It doesn’t do you any good to complain.
So this unit doesn't have a flow valve ??
I am interested in your eval smokes system the red one
I was going to buy the machine but accessories are not clearly shown on the thumbnail.
Maybe next time. Thanks for the vid.
about 8 months ago when u worked on that chevy were u in japan?
Hahaha no. That was just a stock video
@@BuddysDIY lol
Does this thing test for oil leaks or just air intake leaks?
You can test for oil leaks, cylinder leaks, a/c leaks and all that good stuff
@@BuddysDIY Amazing thanks, that's so handy to have. I'll have to get one.
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Are you planning on doing more flipping car videos or no?
Yes sir. Next video is a flip video!
Since I don’t have a compressor yet I’m guessing I could duct tape a bicycle pump to that machine and get reasonable results. One pound of pressure - no problem - could probably just stick on any kind of hose and blow on it.
Hahahaha. You'll get dizzy. Hit up facebook marketplace and you can probably get one for 40 bucks!
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@@BuddysDIY So a portable tire inflator wouldn't work? Thinking of ordering the smoke machine, but not if I need a dedicated air compressor.
Can you do a video on how you go about handling the transaction/ title for a vehicle if you are going to turn around and flip it ?
I'm a dealer so it's different for me. You'd have to ask your local DMV because all states and even counties all have different regulations
You didn't say how much fluid to put into the smoke machine
So many great reviews on yelp and on TH-cam I bought it, this piece of shit won’t warm up ! I swear to God I stayed an hour and tried 2 different car batteries and it wouldn’t warm up. I would give this garbage a fucking negative 5 if I could. Maybe I got a defective one but it was BARELY like warm which obviously didn’t produce smoke anything close to this video !!😡
2:50 Or put a brick on the gas pedal. ;)
Someone been fkn w my charcoal canister. Threw an engine code. Autozone computer said EVAP error.
This is nice except i dont have a air compressor just wasting money
Is a compressor necessary? Can i get a job done by blowing it if i bypass the regulator?
Mines came with air and two 10 amps
Only 119 nice
I doubt anybody buying a regulator
No
Make your own smoke machine for $20.
Simply a commercial.
no more flipping car videos?
In about 5 days the next one drops!
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Okay but my battery is in my trunk, what do I do now 🥲🥲