I just posted my newest SUPER CLEAN video on how to Super Clean your Wheels and remove 2yrs of brake dust, tar, and stains: th-cam.com/video/5zZyiY23OpY/w-d-xo.html
Hey man Ik this video was a while back but can u make a more detailed video on how to clean and get rid of surface rust in your engine bay metals, thanks bro
@@chrisfix I just bought myself a Nissan Skyline ER34 GTT and unfortunately they're prone for having rust on the strut towers which mine unfortunately has but I have yet to know if it's only the top plate or if it's deeper, in order to restore the strut tower in the bay does a metal wire dremel such as the one you used in the video and sandpaper suffice? And I assume for sanding it would be working from a grittier grit to a softer grit? Thanks for your videos man as these are going to be extremely useful when my car arrives as it is in rough shape.
I love that Chris has helped me realize that my car is not as scary to understand like some impossible math equation that I thought it was. Saving me tons of money and I'm finally learning about my car and how it works lol.
Been stupidly depressed and anti social. Never thought car videos would cheer me up. I think Chris’s happy attitude and love for what he’s doing is why he’s such a great teacher
Yes you could put a pic of two little innocent children holding hand with God & you would get thousands of dislikes. I would imagine that after you clean your first engine the others are very easy.
@@bobmill4824 The easiest way to spot a jackass on the Internet is when they use the word "genius". They tell people not to clean the engine bay because most people do it by driving to the self-sever car wash, spraying the bay with soapy water, power washing the soap off, and then immediately driving it off. You may have missed it, but that's not what he's doing here. He's going out of his way to protect the electronics from high-pressure water. If the electronics were so sensitive that getting any water on them caused a problem, everybody's car would break down if they drove it in the rain.
I honestly think people get paid to scroll thru TH-cam and hit the dislike button. It can be a video of grass or the sun and it'll have 10k dislikes. I think they just need to get rid of the damn button and tell the haters to suck it. Just my opinion
My friend's do not understand why I spend so much time fixing and cleaning my 289,000 mile 1999 Honda Odyssey EX mini-van. I tell them, "Because Chris Fix is teaching me how to make the damn thing last forever". You're one hell of a good mechanic and I appreciate all of your vids. Thank you.
Kik Stitch you spend time and money fixing it?? My 2000 Ford F-250 has 300,000 miles on it, I spend nothing to repair it...just change your oil about once a year and that’s it....
Hey Mr. Fix, thanks so much for this video! I'm a 20-somethin college gal and former car-hater who was gifted a car at 230,000mi and your videos have taught me how to love and care for my vehicle with genuine interest. After replacing all of the fluids, I spent the whole day today following your tutorial and detailed the mechanical hellscape that is a Hyundai engine bay, and while my results weren't as phenomenal as yours, the car probably hasn't looked this good since it first rolled off the lot all those miles ago! Thank you for your informative videos, and for teaching me to love working on these crazy machines. - Jackie
This video is a masterclass in making a TH-cam video. The contest is almost irrelevant. It's Chris's awesome attitude and personality, and the way he delivers the content that grabs you, holds your attention, gives you hope that you are fully capable of doing a dreaded task all by yourself, and gifts you the skills to get it done. I am a medium-to-advanced DIYer and I never stop learning something from Chris. Thank you!
You nailed it on the head! I don't know a thing about cars, but this video was suggested....and somehow I managed to sit through the entire thing without wanting to fast-forward. I actually enjoyed it!
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I'm building out my garage so that I can work on my car more effectively thanks to you and Cleetus. Thanks for everything you do, Chris. You're a national treasure.
@@chrisfix I'm using an existing space! I moved in about 8 months ago and the house is brand new so I figured I'd get the most out of it. I had the floor epoxied and I'm buying a ton of storage. I've been binging your videos to get some ideas on what projects to do to warm up. I just refilled my bottle of soapy woder and now I'm looking at expanding my existing tool collection. You're the man, Chris!
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ChrisFix awesome video, I've been waiting on this tutorial for a while. a quick suggestion tho, instead of linking to a list of individual items, you should create a list in amazon and link to that.
Chrisfix I honestly have to say your videos and your channel is definitely in the Top 10 on TH-cam. 1. You dont clickbait 2. Your videos are Highly entertaining 3. It's not a waste of time and its fun learning and see what you do every video Thanks for not making me bored and your tips helped me a lot!
Absolutely true. I have only two subscriptions - my brother and ChrisFix. In 45 years of keeping my own cars on the road he is the only person who makes sense 100% of the time.
Dude, I know that the vast majority of comments all say this same thing, but seriously, thank you for making these. You are truly doing a service to vehicle owners everywhere, and you're doing a fantastic job of demystifying car repair. Thank you for the work you're doing, and I wish you many continued years of great success!
I some how stumbled across this video, when I wasn't even looking to clean my engine bay. I ended up watching basically every video you have. Even without needing to do anything on my vehicle. There is just so much time, effort, and instruction in every single video. You earned a sub from the most non-car person on the planet.
Hey Maaaan... as an old time car guy, I really enjoyed this vid - But more, I enjoyed your PRESENTATION! No slacker dude with his dog barking constantly in the background, and forgetting his lines, and the wind blowing across the mic, etc... EASY to understand every step and process... GREAT cam and audio work and excellent editing!!! You can not only be proud of your detailing, but proud of the work that went into this DIY vid! Phunny enuf, I was just thinking about cleaning up the engine bay on my '90 Olds a few days ago when I changed the oil.... now I know - it HAS to be done! Thanks, Chris.
I have seen this so many times and for so long (years) but it is a great, informative video. I did my engine bay by hand with a metal wire brush on the metal (intake manifold and other metal parts) and I took out my battery (cleaned that with a armor all wipes) and the tray cleaned that too. I also cleaned the fenders, the radiator support, and all I could with the wipes. Then I took off the light assembly (front and back) and cleaned them too. With all that work, I felt happy, the bay and car felt cooler, and It was easier for in the future to find any issues like leaks or damaged parts. Items I used: Armor All wipes Leather and vinyl spray cleaner 1 whole bounty hand towel 4-5 hours of cleaning and detailing. Great work Chrisfix
Great video dude. I'm a professional mechanic for Lamborghini and Aston Martin Beverly hills. I wanted to let you (and everyone else) know that in my professional opinion, from a mechanical standpoint, every caution and every recommendation was accurate. (About covering the engine, not spraying connectors and the components you mentioned with high pressure water, using the right protectant for plastics and rubber) seriously... well done. I learned a couple things too. :)
I use a spray silicon lubricant instead of the trim restore around the engine. It repels water away from electrical connections and keeps rubber from drying out and cracking.
This is one of the best videos I’ve ever seen. Clear instructions. Clear audio and video. Easy to understand voice. No ‘ummms’ and ‘ahhs’. Very well thought out. Who are the 22,000 morons that gave this a thumbs down?
Did this on my 22 year old truck that was used exclusively on dirty and muddy roads, never had its engine bay cleaned, pretty much as bad as you could have it. And it turned out fantastic. Extremely good video Chris🤘🤘
@@macs2765 thanks for the reply! Nice to see something realistic, I know it was probably bad but I’m sure for a first timer it could end up taking a lot longer than what he’s saying!
@macs2765 how did you get the mud out of your radiator? Mine has a ton of mud caked on the back of it (facing the engine) and I think it’s starting to make my engine overheat. I wish @chrisfix showed the cleaning of the muddy truck’s engine bay and showed how to wash out the radiator and fans, etc. from caked on mud.
I always come back to the Ole Chris Fix videos 😊 just picked up a 2000 Ranger with 225k miles on it. You can guess easily that majority of the parts needed replaced. But i snagged it for $800, and it ran, had a new timing belt, and some other new minor parts. watched some videos, replaced the entire front suspension due to rust and bad ball joints, new spark plugs, wires, and ignition coils, new exhaust due to the old one having holes through it, and a new power steering pump. It runs and rides great now! Watched the coolant flush video, about to do that in the coming week, watching this video now to clean the engine bay because there's oil and dirt nearly everywhere, so I need to find leaks lol. Keep up the great work dude. I'll never stop watching 👍
Chapters - 00:00:00 Best way to clean your engine 00:01:21 Common Products used 00:02:07 Step 1 - Preparation 00:02:28 Step 1.1 - Disconnect battery 00:04:24 We are not using a pressure washer 00:04:44 Precautions - Do not get water into these parts 00:05:15 Step 2 - Dry Clean 00:05:38 Tools used - Brushes and vacuum 00:09:13 Step 3 - Wet Clean 00:09:58 Tools used 00:10:19 Step 3.1 - Cover the bulk of the engine 00:10:48 Step 3.2 - Cleaning the hood 00:11:32 Step 3.3 - Cleaning the engine bay 00:13:03 Step 3.4 - Cleaning the engine 00:16:07 Step 4 - Dry 00:17:07 Step 5 - Detailing hood and engine bay 00:18:12 Step 5.1 - Detail all the rubber and plastic surfaces 00:19:57 Step 5.2 - Using pain markers Hey @chrisFix, I am a big fan and would love to get in touch with you. I have sent out an email a few months back. Looking forward to hearing from you.
@@user_9477 Stan the song by Eminem, the guy said he's a big fan and wants to get a hold of you, looking forward to hearing from you" He wants to be your friend" 😅😅😅
Hey Chris, I work exclusively on aluminum (aircraft world) a nylon abrasive wheel is better for the aluminum. Metal wire wheels actually cause holes into the aluminum. Which will help deteriorate the aluminum over time
It took me 6 hours on a 2009 Camry I was selling and I followed all directions. I would say I got an extra $1000 when I sold it, the engine compartment looked amazing.
Man. I've got to tell you--I have seen a lot of other very unprofessional engine-cleaning videos. I mean, there is a lot of enthusiasm out there, and that's great. But what you have done here is absolutely SUPERB. Thank you SO MUCH. If every video could be this clear and professional, it would change the TH-cam atmosphere forever!
I’m so sorry Chris.. I’ve been seeing this video pop up on my recommendation’s for 3 years & never clicked on it /: It’s 2020 now & it’s seriously a regret of mine! I watched this video yesterday, spent about 5 hours cleaning my 2001 IS300’s engine bay today! I would bet it hasn’t been touched since it was brand new.. It turned out amazing! 💯 All credit & respect goes to you man, thank you! I’m so happy I finally took the time, I’m grateful to now be subscribed to you & consuming all the content that I’ve missed out on 🙏🏼
Hello, young man. I used your method to clean the engine bay of one of my cars. It worked very well. There were some things I did differently, though. The car is a 2007 Mercury Milan Premier V6 AWD. Removing parts from under the hood would have been very time consuming, so I worked around everything. I used Back To Black on the plastics, rubbers, and flat black components and Rust Reformer on the few rusty parts. The aluminum valve cover was a mess, so I did my best with a brass brush connected to my cordless drill and finished it off with that canned cottony polishing stuff. It didn't come out real good, but it's definitely better than it was. I also took the battery tray completely out which made a lot of room for cleaning and to lube my transmission shifter cable connection. I used spray on lithium grease for that and the hood release mechanism. It looks real good for a 10 year old car with 127,000 miles on it. Anyway, thanks for getting me going with your video.
Thank you! I have been wanting to clean my engine but have been afraid of messing up the electronics. Most of the engine cleaning videos I have seen have not inspired confidence that there process was safe. Yours appears both safe an thorough. I now look forward to cleaning my engine.
The only thing better than that would be watching Chris clean our cars! I have a feeling his final result will still be better than my attempt any day.
Just used all this info to clean my 300zx engine bay, I must say it turned out great. But now how do i clean all the grease, dirt, and grime out of my wife's toothbrush?
The amount Of time and effort that went into making this video plus also editing it man you are actually a person who cares about people if no one has thanked you let me be the first and thank you for helping us save money on detailing!!! We appreciate you for this video! ❤️️
Thanks a lot Ricardo! I try to take my time and produce quality content you want to actually watch and that doesnt waste your time! I want my video to be a one stop shop for you to know what to do whether cleaning a car or fixing it.
Some dude mentioned you as a meme in a vid called something like "car culture changed 2012-2022", now I cant stop watching your vids, they are truly a holly grail for us beginners and vets for what I can see, cheers.
I am not a car person AT ALL but Im a huge DIYer for carpentry. You just convinced me the car is not so scary. Thanks so much! This video is really exemplary quality, you are a great presenter. awesome channel
Holy Jeez... This guy is truly the hero we NEED, but don't deserve. You're truly a blessing man, I'm really glad I stumbled upon this channel some time ago.
hey chris i’ve been watching your videos for so many years this video came up in my recommended and dude. 48 million views. you deserve everything you have bro. i’d watch these videos in some of the lowest times of my life and something about you saying “hey guys” genuinely made everything better. I love to see how far you’ve come. keep it up man❤️
Just wanted to say an FYI do NOT use a normal vacuum to suck up water. Vacuums like Shopvacs have their electronics isolated and rated for water so are safe. Great video man!
ChrisFix yeah! I ended up buying most of these tools so I can try it out on my car next week during my time off from work. I just hope I find a convenient way to store them so I don’t have to go looking for them the next time I detail 😂 What better than a ChrisFix bag!
Bro I live in a different part of the world, and just bought my 1st car recently, and your video is extremely helpful! Your attitude, and attention to details made me watch the whole vid, even though I'm not going to wash my car's engine for now (cause it's too cold here). You are a friend everyone needs! Thank you for your help for new drivers my man, and keep doing what you are doing. Best of luck to you Chris.
I always complain to my husband about him spending too much time on his car, but here I am at 12 AM watching how to super clean an engine bay. This was so satisfying.
that is better than any self help video. If everyone watched it the world would be a better place. great to see someone who cares so much, knows what they are doing and does a great job.
ChrisFix gives me the confidence I need to actually fully enjoy my car. I feel like I can tackle anything that has to do with my car thanks to his videos. Thank you ChrisFix!
ChrisFix the amount of dedication you put into your TH-cam channel like going back and replying to questions. Thanks for being a youtuber not in it for the money.
Seriously he's the best. ChrisFix videos are so satisfying and i recently fixed my reverse lights thanks to him. Gave me the confidence to go looking for the switch on my manual transmission because the fuses and globes were both fine. Found it under the air filter, disconnected and cleaned it and instantly fixed my problems. Thanks ChrisFix for helping an Aussie bloke feel useful 😂.
I recently got a brand-new 2024 Kia Forte and this channel has been doing absolute wonders for helping me learn how to appropriately show overwhelming pride in my ride. Thank you so much.
Worth a mention: If you have worn seals on your injectors and/or spark plugs, this isn't something you should do - the soap spray will seep in and dampen your plugs, then your car won't start until you've dried out the wells with a compressor etc.
yeah i learned this the hard way, had water get into one of the spark plug wells in my car and it caused a mass random misfire, thankfully didn't damage anything and i was able to clean it out
This guy is easily in the top 5 tubers in this field; he's a pro. With that said, you can get the engine wet if you know what you're doing, and I wouldn't recommend it if you don't have experience. When you're wetting it, it's important to keep the alternator covered and something stopping the intake up. With the battery disconnected, you won't mess up anything electrical, but make sure you've blown out all the connection points with compressed air. Again, if you're experienced, you can use a degreaser, but don't let it dry, and make sure it's thoroughly rinsed. Soap and water won't clean everything. You will need something stronger sometimes.
For someone who is a car novice, these videos you make are perfect. I spent 9 years as a dealership tech and get asked all the time "how do I......?" And my reply is usually "TH-cam search 'Chris Fix', he probably has a video for that."
@@chrisfix @ChrisFix man!! take a bow 🙏🏼🙌.. I can imagine the EFFORTS you put. You are an INSPIRATION ACTUALLY. If possible please make a video of your journey, work life balance, dedication thing?! 👌etc definitely it gonna be a motivation for many!! Bdw Your new subscriber with lots of love from INDIA 🇮🇳
this isnt "working on your car" just cleaning parts that dont need to be cleaned, i mean if its really dirty and preventing damage to the engine i get it, but cleaning the fucking engine bay can do more harm then good if you dont know what you are doing.
Dude, my wife and I both tackled our 2015 V6 Mustang this after noon starting at like 3pm. We still weren't done after we lost sunlight. Had to resort to flashlights to attempt to finish the plastic protection and still was only able to half ass it until almost 8pm. Granted, the engine bay has never been cleaned, but it looked roughly as dirty as Chris's mustang, so I thought we would have similar results. While it does look ten times better than it did, it's still far from looking new. We're going to repeat the entire process again hopefully next weekend and bust out some cotton swabs because there are SO many hard to reach spots that seem impossible to get to even with wire brushes, pipe cleaners, a ton of soapy water, and detailing brushes.
Out of all the engine bay cleaning videos i’ve seen, yours seems to be the safest one to do. Others cover the air intake and battery and proceed to spray the engine using a pressure washer.
Just cleaned my 2002 4Runner using this video. It's night and day. Came out so great. Wish I could attach before and after pics here. Thanks for the video!
Chris could shut down the car repair industry if he trained his employees one by one and started his own chain of repair shops across the country. Facts
No. That's the whole point of his channel, cheap front yard, DIY repairs. If he started a repair shop it would conflict with his whole channel. It's not the matter of the training, in fact, a mechanic probably has more mechanical knowledge of vehicles than him.
Dude, you are an absolute godsend. Your attention to detail, thorough explanation, scientific knowledge and balls-out enthusiasm have guided me from engine ignorance to badass chick mechanic!! I learn something new with every new video. I owe you big time.
6 years late but this video has helped me understand my car in a new light. No longer do I see cleaning and checking my engine as complex physics, but a task I genuinely feel like I can do even though I know nothing about cars :)
Step one, buy a commercial steam cleaner.... But if you dont have $1500 for a used steam cleaner, carpet cleaner cans (with the scrubber) and microfibers do the job. the carpet cleaner works great on cloth seats too. I cleaned a bench seat from a 92 F250 that was a construction truck it's whole life and it looked almost brand new after I was done, aside from a small tear from wear.
I used to think detailing was some magical thing i could never do. Your videos guided me through several super cleans on my own vehicles 11/10 this stuff works
I just wanted to say the way that he sounds all the time on his videos is very inspiring and it makes a person thinks that the job isn't so hard after all great job Chris you are in a role model because of your voice is very uplifting
I know I love it, though it makes everything seem like a piece of cake and then when everything goes horribly wrong you’re left crying on your driveway covered in grease blood and tears it stings that little extra
I just discovered your site, very informative and yes, your monologue is very uplifting, but, your speaking voice is clear and perfect for instruction videos. At times you get excited and speak a little faster for us old guys, but I just back up and listen again. I look forward to viewing more of your videos Chris! Thank you !
Great job, with fantastic instructions and results! The only thing that would worry me is, when using just the brushes or microfiber wrapped brushes, and fishing them into the tight spaces, I would worry about loosening, not completely removing, wires and harnesses. Not being a big time car guy would mean that I wouldn’t know what things weren’t making the correct connections. So, I will have to be much more careful when getting into the small spaces, or mostly skip them. Either way, the engine compartment will look tons better! Thanks again.
OUTSTANDING video, to the point, you covered a lot of ground, no obnoxious music, one of the best tutorials I've seen on TH-cam. I've done things like over the years, have had several show cars and always prided myself on my attention to detail, I learned so much from this video, Well Done!!
Thanks a lot Eduardo! The biggest reward is you guys learning and enjoying the video! I love getting the before and after pics you guys send me after watching a vid!
Great vid! There's one thing I'd add that you didn't touch on because none of these cars had one. If you have a K&N or other cold air intake where the filter is basically an exposed cone, take the filter off even if you aren't planning on removing the main intake ductwork. You really don't want to get that filter wet if you're not ready to clean, dry, and re-oil it. However, this would be a great time to do just that. Do it before the rest of the engine bay so the filter has more time to dry. If you're not going through the enormous headache of removing that duct assembly, cover the open end with a plactic bag to keep water from getting in there. You dont want to suck water up through your air intake. You WILL seize your nice clean engine. This is also why you need your newly cleaned filter to be dry before oiling and attaching.
This video is amazing, perfect for newbies to this stuff like me. Not only do you walk through every step, but you gave us links to all the products you are using so we don't need to spend hours searching for them or waste money buying the wrong items. Thank you for taking the time to make this video
I need someone like Chris to keep me motivated while I do this stuff. Like a personal trainer, but for maintenance. "C'mon one more! You can do it! Just think of how clean it'll be when you're done! Feel the burn!"
@@electrontube Right? "That bolt is pretty rusted but you got this! Oh no, it broke? That's okay! It's a learning experience and I'll show you how to fix it!"
I am a girl and you just inspired me to clean my dads engine bay! Not only will he be happy about it being clean and neat but i will also learn so much about the car. You got a new subscriber. Totally got hooked!
40 year old woman, and im suddenly watching your videos for information and for relaxation ha ha, you have a lovely calm demenour. Also i changed my own spark plugs because of you. You deserve every follower.
Chris - your videos are exceptional. Your camera work, editing, explanation of what you’re doing is simply awesome! I’ve been wanting to clean my engine, and thanks to you I have the confidence to do it.
Your editing, tone of your voiceover, and the way you present your subject matter are all EXCELLENT! The video keeps moving right along so it doesn't stagnate, and it still explains everything in crisp detail. It feels as though nothing has been left out, but still managed to keep it at a short 20 minute video. Well done! EDIT: oh, and the camera work is great too! Very good detail. Honestly, there isn't any sort of criticism I could think to offer to improve the way you do things.
I'm not so good with English😅 But this is the first time I'm watching a 20 minutes video without the English sub😎 Your instructions and the way you speak were totally clear and loud ,this video really help a lot with my car grooming ,tqvm ,you got another sub😘
Many years ago, I was running a CNC punch press. I'd wipe the machine down, removing oil streaks and the like, whenever I had time to do so. When the machine broke down, I called maintenance, and the team that came out had a truly crusty British tar for a mechanic. He was surly and taciturn, but he paid me a compliment I never forgot. "I wish others took such care of their machines. It's a pleasure to work on something so clean." Or words to that effect. He's gone now, but his sentiment isn't.
When I got my first car(About 1971) I was visiting my family in Wales and had a problem with it, my cousin was a ships engineer, used to clean engines and repaired it, but said to me "you shouldn't expect people to work on anything that you don't keep clean" or words to that effect, I've always, since then kept my car inside outside and engine clean, and when I take it for M.O.T feel proud when nearly every time the mechanic comes to me and tells me it's a pleasure to work on such a clean car, they expect a car over a certain age to be filthy and are delighted to see it clean.
Its really remarkable to have people like you. Continue doing the good work. Am setting up my 1993 Suzuki Swift, its a standard transmission ( gear box). I fixed my starter yesterday without any prior experience before watching your video. My name is Jaylee from Jamaica. Chrisfix Big up Yuhself My Yute!!! Nuff Respect!
ChrisFix I have been subscribed to your channel for the last couple of years and without a doubt you have the best instructional videos on TH-cam by far. I appreciate the thoughtfulness and hard work you put into every video. It really shows your commitment to providing an exceptional and VERY informative video. Great work!!! Thank you, Thank you!!
You definitely break it down so that almost anyone can follow along and do these things that feel daunting, or as many, (myself included sometimes) are just plain ignorant to. The cost-effective and alternative methods are great as well. You are a Legend as far as I'm concerned! You help so many people. The biggest High Five man!
I didn't even finish watching the video the first time I watched. I stopped it and ran out the door and started working on my engine. Amazing video. This was the first time I have even heard of you or watched one of your videos. Excellent quality and informative. Subscribed!
@@stevethea5250 They sell them eveeywhere advance auto zone Wal-Mart they are good. You can wash and reuse with reg detergent just don't use dryer sheets or fabric softener it effects the fabric 💕
he actually put "soapy wooder" on the bottle! 😂😂 honestly though you put so much work and effort into detail and quality when you do these jobs and also in producing the videos you make. blows me away! keep being amazing
I just posted my newest SUPER CLEAN video on how to Super Clean your Wheels and remove 2yrs of brake dust, tar, and stains: th-cam.com/video/5zZyiY23OpY/w-d-xo.html
First (I have a Ford Fiesta too btw)
Hey man Ik this video was a while back but can u make a more detailed video on how to clean and get rid of surface rust in your engine bay metals, thanks bro
@@mikhailmanalili3394 metal wire brush and sandpaper
Yes! I love w this!
@@chrisfix I just bought myself a Nissan Skyline ER34 GTT and unfortunately they're prone for having rust on the strut towers which mine unfortunately has but I have yet to know if it's only the top plate or if it's deeper, in order to restore the strut tower in the bay does a metal wire dremel such as the one you used in the video and sandpaper suffice? And I assume for sanding it would be working from a grittier grit to a softer grit? Thanks for your videos man as these are going to be extremely useful when my car arrives as it is in rough shape.
I love that Chris has helped me realize that my car is not as scary to understand like some impossible math equation that I thought it was. Saving me tons of money and I'm finally learning about my car and how it works lol.
That’s awesome to hear and exactly why I make these videos!
@@chrisfix outstanding TH-cam channel behavior chris! Well done for keeping so in touch with your past videos!
Me too, and I’m a 70 year old woman who now details her own car thanks to this young man!
Honestly...
Yeah mechanics love to want to make you think it's far more complicated than it actually is.
Been stupidly depressed and anti social. Never thought car videos would cheer me up. I think Chris’s happy attitude and love for what he’s doing is why he’s such a great teacher
Glad you enjoy the videos!
You're not alone man... a lot of depression in the world these days, keep your head up and do things that make you happy.
Praying for you. Feel better man.
Has it gotten any better lately?
@@chrisfixin Pakistan, we wash engine bay with diesel amd water mixed, what you recommend is it good?
It's strange that 25k people would thumbs down for a gentleman providing a cleaning tutorial. That's bloody barmy
Those weren't people, they were 25k pigs that like to get around in a garbage scowl.
Yes you could put a pic of two little innocent children holding hand with God & you would get thousands of dislikes. I would imagine that after you clean your first engine the others are very easy.
It's like my mom used to say: Some people aren't happy unless they're unhappy.
@@bobmill4824 The easiest way to spot a jackass on the Internet is when they use the word "genius".
They tell people not to clean the engine bay because most people do it by driving to the self-sever car wash, spraying the bay with soapy water, power washing the soap off, and then immediately driving it off. You may have missed it, but that's not what he's doing here. He's going out of his way to protect the electronics from high-pressure water. If the electronics were so sensitive that getting any water on them caused a problem, everybody's car would break down if they drove it in the rain.
I honestly think people get paid to scroll thru TH-cam and hit the dislike button. It can be a video of grass or the sun and it'll have 10k dislikes. I think they just need to get rid of the damn button and tell the haters to suck it. Just my opinion
Most positive engine cleaning video, I have ever seen. 6 years later watching this, and loved the energy you demonstrated in this video, well done!
Thanks a lot!
My friend's do not understand why I spend so much time fixing and cleaning my 289,000 mile 1999 Honda Odyssey EX mini-van. I tell them, "Because Chris Fix is teaching me how to make the damn thing last forever". You're one hell of a good mechanic and I appreciate all of your vids. Thank you.
Kik Stitch you spend time and money fixing it?? My 2000 Ford F-250 has 300,000 miles on it, I spend nothing to repair it...just change your oil about once a year and that’s it....
@@freedom1439 Then you dont know the value of money he earned that car with hard work and wants to keep it
mängu kood lol your funny.....
@@freedom1439 i wonder how your car last that long
Nur Iman that’s all that’s required....read your owners manual.....change oil about once a year......the oil manufacturers have fooled the public
Dude your work ethic and the way you break down problems into smaller jobs is truly amazing. Inspirational. Not gonna lie
Thanks a lot!
@@chrisfix dude, if you ran for president, I would vote for you.
🤓🤓
This is the lesson of Mathematics. This is how we transfer the same principles of problem solving. Break them down, follow the steps.
@@dope1974 @chrisfix this country lmao
I love how his videos are timeless, it doesn't seem like this video is 3 years old at all
That's one of the goals with all the videos!
I know...right
I'm still watching!
Same!!
for real it’s like unexplainable
Hey Mr. Fix, thanks so much for this video! I'm a 20-somethin college gal and former car-hater who was gifted a car at 230,000mi and your videos have taught me how to love and care for my vehicle with genuine interest. After replacing all of the fluids, I spent the whole day today following your tutorial and detailed the mechanical hellscape that is a Hyundai engine bay, and while my results weren't as phenomenal as yours, the car probably hasn't looked this good since it first rolled off the lot all those miles ago! Thank you for your informative videos, and for teaching me to love working on these crazy machines. - Jackie
Thanks a lot Jackie! I'm glad the videos have taught you how to care for your car! I'm sure it will last many more miles!
I too used to be a car hater. but now i feel pride in keeping mine nice, and these videos have helped tremendously.
I can’t believe that you’re still replying to comments to a three year old video. I really like how you’re positive btw
Thanks a lot! I spend 4 hours every day going back and reading comments!
@@chrisfix that's awesome of you!
@@chrisfix Umm, probably the most geniune guy on TH-cam, MashaAllah. Thank you man....you put be in the feel good vibes
ChrisFix wow that’s dedication
@@chrisfix ohh man. That's ultimate dedication for us. Thanks mate.
This video is a masterclass in making a TH-cam video. The contest is almost irrelevant. It's Chris's awesome attitude and personality, and the way he delivers the content that grabs you, holds your attention, gives you hope that you are fully capable of doing a dreaded task all by yourself, and gifts you the skills to get it done. I am a medium-to-advanced DIYer and I never stop learning something from Chris. Thank you!
Jesus loves you alot trust in His death 4 salvation and be saved from eternal hell
You nailed it on the head! I don't know a thing about cars, but this video was suggested....and somehow I managed to sit through the entire thing without wanting to fast-forward. I actually enjoyed it!
@@Fit4Ccalm down. You can keep your hole in shape for your lord but don't force that upon others. That's on the raypee side.
You tell him boss
I was thinking the same thing. No way this guy brought out 4 different cars and went through it all like a training class. Truly amazing content!
this guy is still hearting comments in 2019. what a dude. that's a sub.
Q: Do you have 55 days interest free until you have to pay anything after the billing date?
A: The interest free period can be UP TO 55 days, not a 55 days from time of purchase. Ensure you always pay your entire balance by the due date to avoid interest charges on purchases.
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So you subscribed cause he still hearts comments 🤔thats lame and all for the wrong reasons!!
Joshua Deacon lmfao!!!!
Stfu ! Ughnoyying!,!
I'm building out my garage so that I can work on my car more effectively thanks to you and Cleetus. Thanks for everything you do, Chris. You're a national treasure.
Awesome! Are you building a pole barn or your just renovating your current space?
@@chrisfix I'm using an existing space! I moved in about 8 months ago and the house is brand new so I figured I'd get the most out of it. I had the floor epoxied and I'm buying a ton of storage. I've been binging your videos to get some ideas on what projects to do to warm up. I just refilled my bottle of soapy woder and now I'm looking at expanding my existing tool collection. You're the man, Chris!
Thanks to my ChrisFix Subscribers! You guys are awesome!! We are #7 on TH-cam Trending!
Subscribe to ChrisFix here (if you arent already) →: goo.gl/bxa8cV
ChrisFix awesome video, I've been waiting on this tutorial for a while. a quick suggestion tho, instead of linking to a list of individual items, you should create a list in amazon and link to that.
wheel barrow its basically the aame thing?
Lol, I was planning on cleaning my engine bay tomorrow. Got your vid for some help now!
what happened to the drum to disc break vid?
I Like You video
Chrisfix I honestly have to say your videos and your channel is definitely in the Top 10 on TH-cam.
1. You dont clickbait
2. Your videos are Highly entertaining
3. It's not a waste of time and its fun learning and see what you do every video
Thanks for not making me bored and your tips helped me a lot!
I can't argue against any of your reasons.
redneckchristian666 cc
Absolutely true. I have only two subscriptions - my brother and ChrisFix. In 45 years of keeping my own cars on the road he is the only person who makes sense 100% of the time.
Not only are Chris' videos informative and highly useful, he does them with a very positive, upbeat, cheerful attitude. Great work, Chris!
Crazy that he still responds so so many comments 50M views and 6 years later. You’re a King Chris 👑
Dude, I know that the vast majority of comments all say this same thing, but seriously, thank you for making these. You are truly doing a service to vehicle owners everywhere, and you're doing a fantastic job of demystifying car repair. Thank you for the work you're doing, and I wish you many continued years of great success!
I some how stumbled across this video, when I wasn't even looking to clean my engine bay. I ended up watching basically every video you have. Even without needing to do anything on my vehicle. There is just so much time, effort, and instruction in every single video. You earned a sub from the most non-car person on the planet.
GET WREKT same
Blaque
me too...or I ll just hire some Mexi ans to clean my car..
DoctorKnow956 DoctorKnow956 you lazy ass..
Same here and I don't even have a car. XD
lol a little crowd of us here
Hey Maaaan... as an old time car guy, I really enjoyed this vid - But more, I enjoyed your PRESENTATION! No slacker dude with his dog barking constantly in the background, and forgetting his lines, and the wind blowing across the mic, etc... EASY to understand every step and process... GREAT cam and audio work and excellent editing!!! You can not only be proud of your detailing, but proud of the work that went into this DIY vid! Phunny enuf, I was just thinking about cleaning up the engine bay on my '90 Olds a few days ago when I changed the oil.... now I know - it HAS to be done! Thanks, Chris.
I have seen this so many times and for so long (years) but it is a great, informative video. I did my engine bay by hand with a metal wire brush on the metal (intake manifold and other metal parts) and I took out my battery (cleaned that with a armor all wipes) and the tray cleaned that too.
I also cleaned the fenders, the radiator support, and all I could with the wipes.
Then I took off the light assembly (front and back) and cleaned them too.
With all that work, I felt happy, the bay and car felt cooler, and It was easier for in the future to find any issues like leaks or damaged parts.
Items I used:
Armor All wipes
Leather and vinyl spray cleaner
1 whole bounty hand towel
4-5 hours of cleaning and detailing.
Great work Chrisfix
Great video dude. I'm a professional mechanic for Lamborghini and Aston Martin Beverly hills. I wanted to let you (and everyone else) know that in my professional opinion, from a mechanical standpoint, every caution and every recommendation was accurate. (About covering the engine, not spraying connectors and the components you mentioned with high pressure water, using the right protectant for plastics and rubber) seriously... well done. I learned a couple things too. :)
I also subbed.
I use a spray silicon lubricant instead of the trim restore around the engine. It repels water away from electrical connections and keeps rubber from drying out and cracking.
Mad respect.
Kevin in the back don't worry, he's a mechanical engineer
Oh my god! You work on over priced tractors bro. Noting special
This is one of the best videos I’ve ever seen. Clear instructions. Clear audio and video. Easy to understand voice. No ‘ummms’ and ‘ahhs’. Very well thought out.
Who are the 22,000 morons that gave this a thumbs down?
Nathan Voss
"Who are the 22,000 morons that gave this a thumbs down?" Skateboarders or old Monza owners.
22.000 people i think they are lazy people
@@vinyltapelover why skateboarders tho?
@@meepowned4613 Maybe I could have said vintage Union skatesJ ust having some fun...don't take it seriously.
probably someone that does not think that permanent marker is good way to fix rust marks in your car.
Did this on my 22 year old truck that was used exclusively on dirty and muddy roads, never had its engine bay cleaned, pretty much as bad as you could have it. And it turned out fantastic. Extremely good video Chris🤘🤘
How long did it take you?
@@johnbaker6466 honestly about 4-5 hours😭 but it was worth it
@@macs2765 thanks for the reply! Nice to see something realistic, I know it was probably bad but I’m sure for a first timer it could end up taking a lot longer than what he’s saying!
Ah man i would have loved to see the before and after of this
@macs2765 how did you get the mud out of your radiator? Mine has a ton of mud caked on the back of it (facing the engine) and I think it’s starting to make my engine overheat. I wish @chrisfix showed the cleaning of the muddy truck’s engine bay and showed how to wash out the radiator and fans, etc. from caked on mud.
I always come back to the Ole Chris Fix videos 😊
just picked up a 2000 Ranger with 225k miles on it. You can guess easily that majority of the parts needed replaced. But i snagged it for $800, and it ran, had a new timing belt, and some other new minor parts. watched some videos, replaced the entire front suspension due to rust and bad ball joints, new spark plugs, wires, and ignition coils, new exhaust due to the old one having holes through it, and a new power steering pump. It runs and rides great now!
Watched the coolant flush video, about to do that in the coming week, watching this video now to clean the engine bay because there's oil and dirt nearly everywhere, so I need to find leaks lol.
Keep up the great work dude. I'll never stop watching 👍
Chapters -
00:00:00 Best way to clean your engine
00:01:21 Common Products used
00:02:07 Step 1 - Preparation
00:02:28 Step 1.1 - Disconnect battery
00:04:24 We are not using a pressure washer
00:04:44 Precautions - Do not get water into these parts
00:05:15 Step 2 - Dry Clean
00:05:38 Tools used - Brushes and vacuum
00:09:13 Step 3 - Wet Clean
00:09:58 Tools used
00:10:19 Step 3.1 - Cover the bulk of the engine
00:10:48 Step 3.2 - Cleaning the hood
00:11:32 Step 3.3 - Cleaning the engine bay
00:13:03 Step 3.4 - Cleaning the engine
00:16:07 Step 4 - Dry
00:17:07 Step 5 - Detailing hood and engine bay
00:18:12 Step 5.1 - Detail all the rubber and plastic surfaces
00:19:57 Step 5.2 - Using pain markers
Hey @chrisFix, I am a big fan and would love to get in touch with you. I have sent out an email a few months back. Looking forward to hearing from you.
Uh ohhh a "Stan" lol
@@m42037 ?
@@user_9477 Stan the song by Eminem, the guy said he's a big fan and wants to get a hold of you, looking forward to hearing from you" He wants to be your friend" 😅😅😅
"Pain Markers"
@@kaldo_kaldo it's where u mark the pain in ur back after ur done from all the bending over lol
Hey Chris, I work exclusively on aluminum (aircraft world) a nylon abrasive wheel is better for the aluminum. Metal wire wheels actually cause holes into the aluminum. Which will help deteriorate the aluminum over time
Yeah I nylon brush wheel would probably have been better, the steel wire wheel will cut through that aluminum
He's a child for cripes sake, he has a lot to learn!
@@jrambo7495 cringe
Good tip thanks man!
Damn I wish I saw this before I want to town on my aluminum lol
It took me 6 hours on a 2009 Camry I was selling and I followed all directions. I would say I got an extra $1000 when I sold it, the engine compartment looked amazing.
Those 6 hours of detail and 21:58 minutes of the video paid off
Awesome! I'm sure it came out great!
I have the exact same vehicle. Good to know
I bought a mercedes about 10 years ago, the engine bay was filthy when I bought it and still filthy when I sold it five years later. lol
Cbf1A lmao
Man. I've got to tell you--I have seen a lot of other very unprofessional engine-cleaning videos. I mean, there is a lot of enthusiasm out there, and that's great. But what you have done here is absolutely SUPERB. Thank you SO MUCH. If every video could be this clear and professional, it would change the TH-cam atmosphere forever!
Thanks a lot!
Well said!
I’m so sorry Chris.. I’ve been seeing this video pop up on my recommendation’s for 3 years & never clicked on it /: It’s 2020 now & it’s seriously a regret of mine! I watched this video yesterday, spent about 5 hours cleaning my 2001 IS300’s engine bay today! I would bet it hasn’t been touched since it was brand new.. It turned out amazing! 💯 All credit & respect goes to you man, thank you! I’m so happy I finally took the time, I’m grateful to now be subscribed to you & consuming all the content that I’ve missed out on 🙏🏼
& yes I did eat off of it.. 🍎 🍷
Ditto Nino :} )
I’m a woman and I can honestly say this is way more enjoyable to watch than a make up tutorial! Excellent video, Thanks! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I'm glad you found the video enjoyable! Thanks a lot!
Thats because your probably a butch....
@@deezostrong6303lol
@@arteonyx hahaha
Finally a women found this helpuf more than a mameup tutorial thank lord
This is exactly the equivalent of a make-up tutorial that women like
Seldom have truer words been said!
Be blessed. 🙂
I'm a woman and I'd rather watch this 😂
I'm a Lady that watches both🤣 and this specifically has the most views from me way over 20 times
Hey, watch yourself dude. I'd much rather watch this than makeup tutorials
Ps I’m a girl cars are awesome makeup is dumb there’s no point
One of the best tutorial I have ever seen. Organized, deep, detailed, right to the point and well explained.
Thanks a lot!
I just popped my hood and went through an automatic car wash to clean mine. Doesn’t start anymore but at least she’s clean 💪🏾
seriously
don't do this. it will bend your hood and who knows what else
@@allseeingeyezz only the first time
Good tip, thanks
Lmao
Hello, young man. I used your method to clean the engine bay of one of my cars. It worked very well. There were some things I did differently, though. The car is a 2007 Mercury Milan Premier V6 AWD. Removing parts from under the hood would have been very time consuming, so I worked around everything. I used Back To Black on the plastics, rubbers, and flat black components and Rust Reformer on the few rusty parts. The aluminum valve cover was a mess, so I did my best with a brass brush connected to my cordless drill and finished it off with that canned cottony polishing stuff. It didn't come out real good, but it's definitely better than it was. I also took the battery tray completely out which made a lot of room for cleaning and to lube my transmission shifter cable connection. I used spray on lithium grease for that and the hood release mechanism. It looks real good for a 10 year old car with 127,000 miles on it. Anyway, thanks for getting me going with your video.
The absoloute greatest mechanic TH-camr to exist. 5 years later still the most informative and captivating video and tutorial.
Thanks a lot!
Thank you! I have been wanting to clean my engine but have been afraid of messing up the electronics. Most of the engine cleaning videos I have seen have not inspired confidence that there process was safe. Yours appears both safe an thorough. I now look forward to cleaning my engine.
Just realized how satisfying it is to watch other people cleaning stuff.
The only thing better than that would be watching Chris clean our cars! I have a feeling his final result will still be better than my attempt any day.
Check out the guy who does free landscaping for people with overgrown lawns
Just used all this info to clean my 300zx engine bay, I must say it turned out great. But now how do i clean all the grease, dirt, and grime out of my wife's toothbrush?
Oven cleaner works great on engine bays. Watch out for aluminum though, it leaves a white chalk.
D Rutt 1969 ? he didnt ask how to clean that and he was joking
oven cleaner acts like paint remover. plz don't try that
Sharayah Green savagery!!
How the fuck did you find room for a toothbrush in the engine bay of your 300zx??
The amount Of time and effort that went into making this video plus also editing it man you are actually a person who cares about people if no one has thanked you let me be the first and thank you for helping us save money on detailing!!! We appreciate you for this video! ❤️️
Thanks a lot Ricardo! I try to take my time and produce quality content you want to actually watch and that doesnt waste your time! I want my video to be a one stop shop for you to know what to do whether cleaning a car or fixing it.
ChrisFix what if we can't take out the car battery I have a dodge avenger and it's in a hard place to take out
I completely agree - one of the reasons I'm subscribed is because he goes above and beyond.
granted he does care about us and our viewing experience he also gets paid the better his videos do so theres a lot of incentive to making them good.
soxredsox He deserves to get paid good but if you watch his videos he does everything with excellence! That's just part of who he is!
Some dude mentioned you as a meme in a vid called something like "car culture changed 2012-2022", now I cant stop watching your vids, they are truly a holly grail for us beginners and vets for what I can see, cheers.
Thanks a lot!
I am not a car person AT ALL but Im a huge DIYer for carpentry. You just convinced me the car is not so scary. Thanks so much! This video is really exemplary quality, you are a great presenter. awesome channel
Awesome! If you can work with wood you can fix your car!
Holy Jeez... This guy is truly the hero we NEED, but don't deserve.
You're truly a blessing man, I'm really glad I stumbled upon this channel some time ago.
Ignatius
Ignatius gfffgffffffffffff
Ignatius ppl point
ROFL!!!!!!!!!
Michael Miner
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So I split my engine down the center and now my Car won't start
CHALLENGERGAMING 😂👌🏽
don't worry, this is normal challenger. once you clean it and put it back together with duct tape and super glue it should start right up.
dont forgett to make new rubber seals
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Flexseal and you'll be good. Trust me, bro, I know what I'm talking about. :P
hey chris i’ve been watching your videos for so many years this video came up in my recommended and dude. 48 million views. you deserve everything you have bro. i’d watch these videos in some of the lowest times of my life and something about you saying “hey guys” genuinely made everything better. I love to see how far you’ve come. keep it up man❤️
Thanks a lot! I'm glad the videos helped you out when things were rough!
2:06 Step 1: Preparation
5:12 Step 2: Dry Clean
9:09 Step 3: Wet Clean
16:07 Step 4: Dry
17:06 Step 5: Detailing
No step 1 is go to sleep and dream your doing all this
Thank you good sir
Lmao my auto maintenance class asked for the 5 steps for the assignment 👌👌thanks
L.V I dream I have a car
Step 1 is setting your respawn point
Just wanted to say an FYI do NOT use a normal vacuum to suck up water. Vacuums like Shopvacs have their electronics isolated and rated for water so are safe. Great video man!
Too late for that
@@Hoofhackamore rip
Obvious dude
^ not obvious
You should sell a “ChrisFix” kit that contains all of those tools in an easy/convenient to carry bag!
That’s a cool idea
ChrisFix yeah! I ended up buying most of these tools so I can try it out on my car next week during my time off from work.
I just hope I find a convenient way to store them so I don’t have to go looking for them the next time I detail 😂
What better than a ChrisFix bag!
@@chrisfix I'd buy a ChrisFix kit like that
I agree and would purchase just put it in the link below the video please and thank you 😁
@@chrisfix i would buy without a doubt
Bro I live in a different part of the world, and just bought my 1st car recently, and your video is extremely helpful! Your attitude, and attention to details made me watch the whole vid, even though I'm not going to wash my car's engine for now (cause it's too cold here). You are a friend everyone needs! Thank you for your help for new drivers my man, and keep doing what you are doing. Best of luck to you Chris.
I always complain to my husband about him spending too much time on his car, but here I am at 12 AM watching how to super clean an engine bay. This was so satisfying.
Lol glad you enjoyed the video
the only part i didnt find satisfying was when he painted his camera lens
it just kills me when he does that
@@aidankuster1333 haha I thought that part was pretty cool
@G1zm0 abizmo hahaha WOOOOOOW
Nice...
This is about my 14th time watching this.... Its just so satisfying as a car guy
Glad you are enjoying the video!
Same, probably watched it 100 times haha and shared it a few too😍
Coulda super cleaned two engine bays by now!
that is better than any self help video. If everyone watched it the world would be a better place. great to see someone who cares so much, knows what they are doing and does a great job.
I'm not even a car guy and it's still super satisfying
ChrisFix gives me the confidence I need to actually fully enjoy my car. I feel like I can tackle anything that has to do with my car thanks to his videos. Thank you ChrisFix!
Awesome! Thanks a lot!
ChrisFix the amount of dedication you put into your TH-cam channel like going back and replying to questions. Thanks for being a youtuber not in it for the money.
Seriously he's the best. ChrisFix videos are so satisfying and i recently fixed my reverse lights thanks to him. Gave me the confidence to go looking for the switch on my manual transmission because the fuses and globes were both fine. Found it under the air filter, disconnected and cleaned it and instantly fixed my problems. Thanks ChrisFix for helping an Aussie bloke feel useful 😂.
Ok boomer
@@KpR333 Grow up and be an adult.
I recently got a brand-new 2024 Kia Forte and this channel has been doing absolute wonders for helping me learn how to appropriately show overwhelming pride in my ride. Thank you so much.
Congrats on the new car! Thanks a lot!
Boy do i feel dumb I've been eating off my dirty engine for years now.
I'mnosuperman lmfao that is great
Even if I super cleaned my engine to dine off of, where does he even get a sandwich like that??
Realistically Dazed did you have a stroke?
You get used to it.......don't be ashamed......
Your mistake was to eat off a cold dirty engine.
Worth a mention: If you have worn seals on your injectors and/or spark plugs, this isn't something you should do - the soap spray will seep in and dampen your plugs, then your car won't start until you've dried out the wells with a compressor etc.
If you have worn seals you should probably fix those first before doing anything. Lol.
@@1justdont true
yeah i learned this the hard way, had water get into one of the spark plug wells in my car and it caused a mass random misfire, thankfully didn't damage anything and i was able to clean it out
Chris ,where are you buying all your long handle brushes,
@@wayneyoung7265 I found some at advance auto and at Walmart online, look up car detail brushes 😊🙋♀️
My OCD doing backflips. The sound bites are perfect timing. Your enthusiasm got me pumped - here I go! Appreciate ya!
My OCD: "2 hours? HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA. Hope you don't have plans this week."
"Perfect timing." Glad someone said it. I am not alone.
This guy is easily in the top 5 tubers in this field; he's a pro. With that said, you can get the engine wet if you know what you're doing, and I wouldn't recommend it if you don't have experience. When you're wetting it, it's important to keep the alternator covered and something stopping the intake up. With the battery disconnected, you won't mess up anything electrical, but make sure you've blown out all the connection points with compressed air. Again, if you're experienced, you can use a degreaser, but don't let it dry, and make sure it's thoroughly rinsed. Soap and water won't clean everything. You will need something stronger sometimes.
For someone who is a car novice, these videos you make are perfect. I spent 9 years as a dealership tech and get asked all the time "how do I......?" And my reply is usually "TH-cam search 'Chris Fix', he probably has a video for that."
Awesome that's the goal!
Its been 3 years and he still liking comments
Of course!
@@chrisfix @ChrisFix man!! take a bow 🙏🏼🙌.. I can imagine the EFFORTS you put. You are an INSPIRATION ACTUALLY.
If possible please make a video of your journey, work life balance, dedication thing?! 👌etc definitely it gonna be a motivation for many!!
Bdw Your new subscriber with lots of love from INDIA 🇮🇳
it's a bot bra. See if it like this comment.
@@socialist_king a bot? Seriously? I hope thats a joke, he literally said once that he uses 4 hours everyday to respond and reply to comments
@@Maldalf nah bra I doubt. I could write a script for you that would do it in less than a second, whilst keeping the context.
I'm from UK and this guy has made my day on TH-cam. In one day I've learned a lot. He's a blessed genius and deserves millions more subscribers.
God bless you guys from Uk! You said it man!!
Neighbour: Mom he is talking to his engine now
I could watch you clean these engines all day. It's so satisfying.
Thanks!
Now, if he could just clean my car too.
just close the fucking hood and you are good to go, no need to waste 2 hours cleaning it.
@spqr101010 Ever heard of working on your car? It's so much easier.
this isnt "working on your car" just cleaning parts that dont need to be cleaned, i mean if its really dirty and preventing damage to the engine i get it, but cleaning the fucking engine bay can do more harm then good if you dont know what you are doing.
ChrisFix: "It should take you 2 hours total."
Me: "This is gonna be an all day job."
When he said 2 hours I was like if he was my manager i would be fired
Me too...
And probably get drunk during the process.
Dude, my wife and I both tackled our 2015 V6 Mustang this after noon starting at like 3pm. We still weren't done after we lost sunlight. Had to resort to flashlights to attempt to finish the plastic protection and still was only able to half ass it until almost 8pm. Granted, the engine bay has never been cleaned, but it looked roughly as dirty as Chris's mustang, so I thought we would have similar results. While it does look ten times better than it did, it's still far from looking new. We're going to repeat the entire process again hopefully next weekend and bust out some cotton swabs because there are SO many hard to reach spots that seem impossible to get to even with wire brushes, pipe cleaners, a ton of soapy water, and detailing brushes.
As long as you get everything prepped and ready, it won't take you as long as you think!
Two hours i can detail motor in 30 minute better then that but i a professional detailer
Out of all the engine bay cleaning videos i’ve seen, yours seems to be the safest one to do. Others cover the air intake and battery and proceed to spray the engine using a pressure washer.
Just cleaned my 2002 4Runner using this video. It's night and day. Came out so great. Wish I could attach before and after pics here. Thanks for the video!
Chris could shut down the car repair industry if he trained his employees one by one and started his own chain of repair shops across the country. Facts
No because labour costs money
I highly doubt someone who doesnt even know the difference in a distributor and a coil pack would go far in the auto repair industry 🤦🏻♂️🤦🏻♂️
No.
That's the whole point of his channel, cheap front yard, DIY repairs.
If he started a repair shop it would conflict with his whole channel.
It's not the matter of the training, in fact, a mechanic probably has more mechanical knowledge of vehicles than him.
@@jeffglover262 i highly doubt anybody gives a shit about what you think
Arjun Arun i highly suspect you must or you wouldnt have commented,this guy needs to stick to sewing instead of mechanic work
Dude, you are an absolute godsend. Your attention to detail, thorough explanation, scientific knowledge and balls-out enthusiasm have guided me from engine ignorance to badass chick mechanic!! I learn something new with every new video. I owe you big time.
Hello
👋 Hi
Glad to hear the videos have been helpful!
I like the tone of your voice confident and not boring it really makes me listen to everything u say
Thanks Johnny!
ChrisFix I hope you keep it up turned on notifications and subbed 😁
True that
Agreed
I think that's a big part of what makes these longer how-to's enjoyable. He doesn't drone on. He has a valid and important point in every sentence.
6 years late but this video has helped me understand my car in a new light. No longer do I see cleaning and checking my engine as complex physics, but a task I genuinely feel like I can do even though I know nothing about cars :)
MAKE A HOW TO SUPER CLEAN YOUR INTERIOR.
LIKE IF YOU AGREE!!!
Step one, buy a commercial steam cleaner....
But if you dont have $1500 for a used steam cleaner, carpet cleaner cans (with the scrubber) and microfibers do the job. the carpet cleaner works great on cloth seats too. I cleaned a bench seat from a 92 F250 that was a construction truck it's whole life and it looked almost brand new after I was done, aside from a small tear from wear.
I am looking for a car with a dirty interior! My friend says she has one so we will see!
That would be awesome!
You're the best ChrisFix!
ChrisFix great job
ChrisFix you can do mine 😂😂😂
I used to think detailing was some magical thing i could never do. Your videos guided me through several super cleans on my own vehicles 11/10 this stuff works
I just wanted to say the way that he sounds all the time on his videos is very inspiring and it makes a person thinks that the job isn't so hard after all great job Chris you are in a role model because of your voice is very uplifting
I know I love it, though it makes everything seem like a piece of cake and then when everything goes horribly wrong you’re left crying on your driveway covered in grease blood and tears it stings that little extra
Sounds like Tony hawk lol
I just discovered your site, very informative and yes, your monologue is very uplifting, but, your speaking voice is clear and perfect for instruction videos. At times you get excited and speak a little faster for us old guys, but I just back up and listen again. I look forward to viewing more of your videos Chris! Thank you !
Great job, with fantastic instructions and results! The only thing that would worry me is, when using just the brushes or microfiber wrapped brushes, and fishing them into the tight spaces, I would worry about loosening, not completely removing, wires and harnesses. Not being a big time car guy would mean that I wouldn’t know what things weren’t making the correct connections. So, I will have to be much more careful when getting into the small spaces, or mostly skip them. Either way, the engine compartment will look tons better! Thanks again.
OUTSTANDING video, to the point, you covered a lot of ground, no obnoxious music, one of the best tutorials I've seen on TH-cam. I've done things like over the years, have had several show cars and always prided myself on my attention to detail, I learned so much from this video, Well Done!!
this dude is living the American dream
Chilling outside his house on a warm sunny day and deepcleaning a red Ford Mustang
while being paid $$$$
and being rich enough to afford healthcare
@@Crouder im unemployed and medicaid literally pays everything lol
I hope you get a lot of money off this video, I can tell a lot of hard work and time was added to the video.
Thanks a lot Eduardo! The biggest reward is you guys learning and enjoying the video! I love getting the before and after pics you guys send me after watching a vid!
ChrisFix I'm still waiting for the wheel spacer video lol
Eduardo Rodriguez this is why he missed to upload every week
Great vid! There's one thing I'd add that you didn't touch on because none of these cars had one.
If you have a K&N or other cold air intake where the filter is basically an exposed cone, take the filter off even if you aren't planning on removing the main intake ductwork. You really don't want to get that filter wet if you're not ready to clean, dry, and re-oil it. However, this would be a great time to do just that. Do it before the rest of the engine bay so the filter has more time to dry.
If you're not going through the enormous headache of removing that duct assembly, cover the open end with a plactic bag to keep water from getting in there. You dont want to suck water up through your air intake. You WILL seize your nice clean engine. This is also why you need your newly cleaned filter to be dry before oiling and attaching.
This video is amazing, perfect for newbies to this stuff like me. Not only do you walk through every step, but you gave us links to all the products you are using so we don't need to spend hours searching for them or waste money buying the wrong items. Thank you for taking the time to make this video
Bad news: it'll take me 17 hours to accomplish this because of my OCD, and if my wife sees it, she'll expect just as much detail on the bathroom.
That comment made laugh hard. I know the feeling bro
Tell her to clean the bathroom herself.....
lol
Why cant i like this comment twice
Chris Fix: Don't have a wife.
I love how excited you sound in the video. Makes the whole thing much better to watch. Thanks for the tips and tricks!
I need someone like Chris to keep me motivated while I do this stuff. Like a personal trainer, but for maintenance. "C'mon one more! You can do it! Just think of how clean it'll be when you're done! Feel the burn!"
@@electrontube Right? "That bolt is pretty rusted but you got this! Oh no, it broke? That's okay! It's a learning experience and I'll show you how to fix it!"
I am a girl and you just inspired me to clean my dads engine bay! Not only will he be happy about it being clean and neat but i will also learn so much about the car. You got a new subscriber. Totally got hooked!
Welcome aboard! I'm glad you were inspired from this video! Thanks a lot!
Just finished my first engine bay cleaning! Thank you as ever for the clear easy directions! On to the next car!
Hello Claudia
@@danielwatte347 this isn’t LinkedIn
how many miles/kilometers did it last clean?
This video is 4 years old cool he's still responding to people
@@danielwatte347 Probably a scammer looking to scam that lady. Idiot!
Let’s take a moment and just listen to how simple this guy is. Then look at how many subs he has. Simplicity is the road to perfection.
That engine bay shines brighter than my future
How to superclean your future coming soon!
I'll be waiting for that... lol
lol
InfamousCharacter This overused joke is more used than Taylor Swift's vagina
zZiL341yRj736 attention
funny joke
40 year old woman, and im suddenly watching your videos for information and for relaxation ha ha, you have a lovely calm demenour. Also i changed my own spark plugs because of you. You deserve every follower.
Milf cougar after Chris fix… man I need to become Chris fix
Chris - your videos are exceptional. Your camera work, editing, explanation of what you’re doing is simply awesome! I’ve been wanting to clean my engine, and thanks to you I have the confidence to do it.
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Wow! His pipes must be huge. Those brushes are more like bottle brushes. I bet he keeps his bongs really nice
Your editing, tone of your voiceover, and the way you present your subject matter are all EXCELLENT! The video keeps moving right along so it doesn't stagnate, and it still explains everything in crisp detail. It feels as though nothing has been left out, but still managed to keep it at a short 20 minute video. Well done!
EDIT: oh, and the camera work is great too! Very good detail.
Honestly, there isn't any sort of criticism I could think to offer to improve the way you do things.
The only youtuber that don't have to worry about viewers watching he's videos from the beginning to the end
Has 10 million subs and still responds to comments on a 7 year old video
What a legend
I'm not so good with English😅 But this is the first time I'm watching a 20 minutes video without the English sub😎 Your instructions and the way you speak were totally clear and loud ,this video really help a lot with my car grooming ,tqvm ,you got another sub😘
Yeah I just hate the TH-camr that speaks super quiet like they're mom were sleeping.
Many years ago, I was running a CNC punch press. I'd wipe the machine down, removing oil streaks and the like, whenever I had time to do so. When the machine broke down, I called maintenance, and the team that came out had a truly crusty British tar for a mechanic. He was surly and taciturn, but he paid me a compliment I never forgot. "I wish others took such care of their machines. It's a pleasure to work on something so clean." Or words to that effect. He's gone now, but his sentiment isn't.
When I got my first car(About 1971) I was visiting my family in Wales and had a problem with it, my cousin was a ships engineer, used to clean engines and repaired it, but said to me "you shouldn't expect people to work on anything that you don't keep clean" or words to that effect, I've always, since then kept my car inside outside and engine clean, and when I take it for M.O.T feel proud when nearly every time the mechanic comes to me and tells me it's a pleasure to work on such a clean car, they expect a car over a certain age to be filthy and are delighted to see it clean.
This is wonderful. I teach 4S at my company and wish more people took better care of objects.
Its really remarkable to have people like you. Continue doing the good work. Am setting up my 1993 Suzuki Swift, its a standard transmission ( gear box). I fixed my starter yesterday without any prior experience before watching your video.
My name is Jaylee from Jamaica.
Chrisfix Big up Yuhself My Yute!!! Nuff Respect!
Thanks a lot Jaylee and nice work!
ChrisFix I have been subscribed to your channel for the last couple of years and without a doubt you have the best instructional videos on TH-cam by far. I appreciate the thoughtfulness and hard work you put into every video. It really shows your commitment to providing an exceptional and VERY informative video. Great work!!! Thank you, Thank you!!
Thanks a lot William!
You definitely break it down so that almost anyone can follow along and do these things that feel daunting, or as many, (myself included sometimes) are just plain ignorant to. The cost-effective and alternative methods are great as well. You are a Legend as far as I'm concerned! You help so many people. The biggest High Five man!
Ah, the good old days when those masks were only used for dust protection
Lol ikr I bought a bunch of masks for a purpose like this before hand
Laughs in doctor.
@@Bankable2790 The only problem is that they have expiration day, you can't buy them in bulk to storage them for a long time.
They work really good as a oil rag too
@@Jose04537 An expiration date really lmao
I don't even have a car yet, I just love your videos!!!
Awesome! When you get one you will be wayyyyy ahead of everyone else in knowledge about cars!
I don't even have drivers license
Łosoś Racing me too
SimpleGuy I'm 12 and i watch all of these videos
SimpleGuy same
I can not believe that this video is seven years old. Absolute gem of a channel you've got Chris. Thank you
I didn't even finish watching the video the first time I watched. I stopped it and ran out the door and started working on my engine. Amazing video. This was the first time I have even heard of you or watched one of your videos. Excellent quality and informative. Subscribed!
Awesome man! I’m glad you enjoyed it and welcome aboard!
Sir?, how much microfiber towels do you need?
ChrisFix: yes
how i get are they good?
@@stevethea5250 They sell them eveeywhere advance auto zone Wal-Mart they are good. You can wash and reuse with reg detergent just don't use dryer sheets or fabric softener it effects the fabric 💕
@@stevethea5250 Check the description of the video, the links are there.
Enough
Steve Thea and they dont scratch your paint.
he actually put "soapy wooder" on the bottle! 😂😂
honestly though you put so much work and effort into detail and quality when you do these jobs and also in producing the videos you make. blows me away! keep being amazing