How to Replace a Clutch in Your Car

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  • @scottykilmer
    @scottykilmer  7 ปีที่แล้ว +72

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    • @TaijiArban
      @TaijiArban 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Scotty Kilmer 13 is without a doubt, the most important

    • @lllowelll
      @lllowelll 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      aligntment tool

    • @maunatlalankoana3120
      @maunatlalankoana3120 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Scotty Kilmer

    • @MonsterFuryGames
      @MonsterFuryGames 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Scotty Kilmer is very complicated for do it by my own isn't it? I have never touch an engine before but I could save a loooot of money, like 600 euros, what would you say boss?, should I try it?

    • @nikkiaweese6462
      @nikkiaweese6462 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My clutch is letting out 1/4 of the way out its almost but it's not slipping at all do I have too take the tranny completely out like I did before because don't think I can get it slid over its a 2003 cavalier

  • @jayjack2768
    @jayjack2768 11 ปีที่แล้ว +2417

    Thanks for the video. You've basically told me to take it to a mechanic.

  • @scottykilmer
    @scottykilmer  11 ปีที่แล้ว +467

    most things worth doing are somewhat hard, think of how boring life would be if everything was easy as pie

    • @boi_9421
      @boi_9421 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have a 1996 volkswagen golf gti the engine idles rough i change the spark plugs and spark plug cables it helped it out a bit what could it be

    • @ethanelectric1024
      @ethanelectric1024 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@boi_9421 I have an 1986 Volkswagen. It's on my channel.

    • @zgeproductions8447
      @zgeproductions8447 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      boi _ boi _ rough idling could be a few things, when the car is warmed up and stationary, the revs should stay around 1000rpms, any lower than that you’ll get a bumpy idle, if your car is turbo’d, try locate the bov or diverter valve and make sure the spring is tight enough so it doesn’t open when decelerating

    • @funkolog
      @funkolog 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      You meet yourself in those hard moments

    • @sofianee3580
      @sofianee3580 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@funkolog hardly true

  • @antikoolaid9891
    @antikoolaid9891 6 ปีที่แล้ว +277

    Scott Kilmer the only man besides Chuck Norris who can change a clutch with minimum effort and no swearing while still having the energy to pose for camera shots wearing Steven Seagal glasses.

  • @rivolinho
    @rivolinho 6 ปีที่แล้ว +102

    This video was hugely helpful and made the whole job so easy. Really a piece of cake. I particularly enjoyed the coffee I had sitting outside in the sun, while I waited for the mechanic to call to say he's finished! Thanks Scotty👍

  • @scottykilmer
    @scottykilmer  11 ปีที่แล้ว +189

    i could do it in two hours, some guys could take two days. Just depends on your speed. take your time, don't rush it

    • @geoo2092
      @geoo2092 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I take 2 days but I get it done right hahha

    • @madam497
      @madam497 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      First timer here. 14 hours in, about to pry off tranny but gotta figure a way to support it since I have no transmission jack. There were lots of bolts that were in tight spots I had to get out plus the subframe . :S

    • @74nova36
      @74nova36 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Any advice for a clutch job on a rear wheel drive 74 Nova? Lol I know it’s been 7 years...🐌

    • @North49191
      @North49191 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@74nova36 same process but rwd is easier

    • @GRD1399
      @GRD1399 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Where ya live Scotty ?

  • @fredmyers120
    @fredmyers120 5 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    50+ years as a mechanic, without a car lift rack? This is one amazing human!

    • @barmaley1982
      @barmaley1982 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I’ve done it without a lift. I tied a pulley to a hook in a joist in my garage and it helped lifting a transmission out.

  • @nhia34
    @nhia34 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1307

    simple enough. should be a 4 min fix. Lol

    • @ZDENIZE777
      @ZDENIZE777 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      🥴🥴🥴🥴🥴🥴

    • @HDitzzDH
      @HDitzzDH 5 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      More like 4 hours in real life..

    • @hendro030290
      @hendro030290 5 ปีที่แล้ว +45

      @@HDitzzDH do it, and it will be 4 Months

    • @bondjamesbond5580
      @bondjamesbond5580 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      🤣

    • @sugar-3-Danny
      @sugar-3-Danny 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      😂😂😂 easy job.

  • @thelieutenantsstopmotion9616
    @thelieutenantsstopmotion9616 6 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I love your how to videos, this repair was going to cost me $1000 + at the shop. Now I’m only out $200 and 8 hours. Thank you!

    • @thelieutenantsstopmotion9616
      @thelieutenantsstopmotion9616 6 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      Scratch that, 40 hours and still have to take it to a mechanic which will cost $1000 plus a tow charge. Apparently I’m not a mechanic.

    • @velianlodestone1249
      @velianlodestone1249 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      What happened?

    • @HunterShows
      @HunterShows 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ouch.

    • @hehotbros01
      @hehotbros01 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Lol

    • @TimSlee1
      @TimSlee1 ปีที่แล้ว

      Expectation VS reality@@thelieutenantsstopmotion9616

  • @Vesper778
    @Vesper778 9 ปีที่แล้ว +334

    3:48 Dat jack release though...

    • @gabrielmorales1388
      @gabrielmorales1388 9 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I was thinking the same thing

    • @Vesper778
      @Vesper778 9 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      +Gabriel Morales Rip suspension.

    • @gabrielmorales1388
      @gabrielmorales1388 9 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      rip the jacks

    • @gabrielmorales1388
      @gabrielmorales1388 9 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Nguyen Duong
      rip the jacks

    • @michaelm3052
      @michaelm3052 9 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      +Nguyen Duong He must be sponsored by Monroe shocks and struts. Lol.

  • @Roosyer
    @Roosyer 11 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I love Scotty's videos because he is so informative yet very straightforward. He covers all the important and necessary steps while the little details anyone should be able to figure out on their own. For those who complain, just shut up and pay your mechanic. Thank you Scotty!!

  • @quinnhunt6124
    @quinnhunt6124 5 ปีที่แล้ว +127

    Next Scotty video, "how to rebuild your engine and transmission" (two and a half minutes long)

  • @9Hickson
    @9Hickson 9 ปีที่แล้ว +95

    I need a clutch on my 1998 Mazda. The cost is 600.00. Looking at your video shows that the job is not easy and the price is reasonable.
    Than you

    • @mattevans1643
      @mattevans1643 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The job is extremely easy. And $600 for your clutch? Wtf? Who are you buying it from? That better be an upgraded clutch, cause there is no way an OEM clutch will cost you $600. I have a 2012, and that clutch is about $200 i also have an 85 MR2, and that clutch is about $150.

    • @BL2197
      @BL2197 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Sometimes, it’s just easier to leave it to a mechanic. Drop it off and it’s done In a day, and you still get your weekend to spend with family. Do an overtime shift or flog some crap from around the house online to pay for it.

    • @mickdavis2385
      @mickdavis2385 5 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      @@mattevans1643 $600 for a clutch job is a steal. The parts are probably only $150. That's 450 for labor. Most shops charge $1,000 for the job at least. Some up to $1500.

    • @matiasrivas8772
      @matiasrivas8772 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mattevans1643 what kind of clutch

  • @7thassasin
    @7thassasin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    1 min in and you diagnosed my clutch problem... Kept asking about the high rpms and no one could answe me.
    You are THE MAN!

  • @karlpfeiffer4815
    @karlpfeiffer4815 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This was everything I needed to eyeball my friend's 99 Protege clutch replacement. Well shot, well produced, funny, and informative, I've used many of this guy's videos to fix car problems. Thanks, Scotty!

  • @michaelhonold694
    @michaelhonold694 9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Scotty,
    I just wanted to say thanks for the video. My car needed a new clutch, and your video was more accurate than the instructions in the manual. It recommended dropping the subframe, which would have taken a LOT longer. I still had PLENTY of room to do the clutch from the top without removing the subframe. Thanks again!
    - Mike

  • @SamFisherK
    @SamFisherK 6 ปีที่แล้ว +158

    One guy watched this video, his car did exactly the same (revs come up put the car won't go). so he bought a new clutch kit and took out the gearbox and then realized that an automatic gearbox doesn't even have clutch. :D

    •  6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I feel sorry for the guy. So what car he has?

    • @SamFisherK
      @SamFisherK 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Toyota Yaris :D

    •  6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      So he just goes to store and say "give me clutch for my Toyota Yaris"..?

    • @SamFisherK
      @SamFisherK 6 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I don't know what he said exactly, but it is his first car that has an automatic transmission, he probably was thinking that automatics also had clutches and Yaris models came with automatic and manual tranys, so he bough a clutch setup

    •  6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Thanks for answer. Still, I feel sorry for buddy.

  • @jima9863
    @jima9863 8 ปีที่แล้ว +484

    i wish i could change my clutch in 4 minutes

    • @tonyoliveira4786
      @tonyoliveira4786 8 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      4 minutes and 3 seconds

    • @princeamir1719
      @princeamir1719 8 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      2 minutes without the talking

    • @rhaineayahcasaba9471
      @rhaineayahcasaba9471 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Clutch cable mitsubishi

    • @VanguardDragon
      @VanguardDragon 7 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Scotty can swap out an entire engine in just over 2 minutes; there's a video to prove it.

    • @YouTubeSupportTeams
      @YouTubeSupportTeams 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      bitch please i do clutches in 60 seconds, scotty is older and slow

  • @willcade5703
    @willcade5703 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just got a 1980 Toyota sr5, 2.2, 2 wheel. I've done quite a bit of work on it and it's only beginning. Your channel is an absolute God send for me. Thanks Scotty

  • @cahanfowler1136
    @cahanfowler1136 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This guy was ahead of his time with you tube videos. Lol. The good old days.

  • @loupremo
    @loupremo 8 ปีที่แล้ว +481

    do your neighbors think you are crazy for popping out of the truck like that?

    • @Megatronmarc
      @Megatronmarc 8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      lol

    • @supersabrosinho
      @supersabrosinho 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      haha

    • @whitetrashandhellbound6905
      @whitetrashandhellbound6905 7 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      It's crazy to pop out of trunks at your neighbors? .... Well shit, guess I'm a crazy person too, at least Scott has his clothes on when he does it lol

    • @DraGScxpe
      @DraGScxpe 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lmfao

    • @kevinbrislawn5918
      @kevinbrislawn5918 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      LouPremo he most likely does it in his neighbors cars all the time scaring the daylights out of them

  • @suprafly89
    @suprafly89 10 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Only guy on TH-cam that makes a clutch job looks fun! Lol thanks Scotty!!

    • @scottykilmer
      @scottykilmer  10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      If you like my car help, be sure to watch my live car talk show every Saturday morning at 10 AM CST on TH-cam. I answer your car questions LIVE there. Just check it out at How To Ask A Live Mechanic Car Questions Free On TH-cam . And remember, every TUESDAY I upload a new video on the scotty kilmer channel on TH-cam, th-cam.com/users/scottykilmer , so don’t miss them.

    • @suprafly89
      @suprafly89 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Will be tuning in.

  • @Awesum
    @Awesum 6 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Thanks for the vids Scotty. You and chrisfix are my favorites. Chris for showing every step and you for getting right to the point

  • @מרדכיזלץ
    @מרדכיזלץ 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    It's. very difficult to push the gear back to its place. this job need two strong persons. thanks, you helped me to do it!

  • @ahdam82
    @ahdam82 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This has to be the quickest, most informative video. I’ve watched so far. Good job Scotty.

  • @Veniessubdentem
    @Veniessubdentem 10 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Mr. Kilmer, I find your videos inspiring.

    • @scottykilmer
      @scottykilmer  10 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      If you like my car help, be sure to watch my live car talk show every Saturday morning at 10 AM CST on TH-cam. I answer your car questions LIVE there. Just check it out at How To Ask A Live Mechanic Car Questions Free On TH-cam . And remember, every TUESDAY I upload a new video, so don’t miss them.

  • @scottykilmer
    @scottykilmer  11 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    actually, it hits all the main points, as even another mechanic found amazing.

  • @cameronrichards4756
    @cameronrichards4756 6 ปีที่แล้ว +107

    "Pump it until it starts coming out the hole you fill it up with."

    • @Arounadabout
      @Arounadabout 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Cameron Richards
      You dirty minded freak 😂

    • @surferdude8086
      @surferdude8086 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @Timothy Bingham
      Might as well do the rear main seal too. 😱🌊🏄

    • @RicardoJMontalvoBatiz
      @RicardoJMontalvoBatiz 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cameron Richards lol 🤣

  • @billyjohnson637
    @billyjohnson637 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey scotty, Remember me from a while ago?. I just wonted tell you that the racing clutch I put in my car really works for me. I don't stall it much and it helps on a hill around my home town. It catch's faster, so I don't have worry bout hitting other cars behind me on a hill. keep up good work n I love your lil shows on here

  • @conorodonnell1826
    @conorodonnell1826 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's crazy how easy this guy makes a job like this look. Not even a lift or pit needed either😂. You're amazing Scotty.!👍👍👍

  • @sheriethomas9931
    @sheriethomas9931 10 ปีที่แล้ว +63

    I am pretty sure that you could put together a vid on assembling a brand new car from scratch..and get it over with in 4 minutes.

    • @MrMisanthrope1RBjr
      @MrMisanthrope1RBjr 9 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      +Sherie Thomas my mercedes has no dipstick and my corvettes are almost as pretty as you, im single a millionaire and my mercedes has no dipstick

  • @nonotanymore
    @nonotanymore 9 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Was really helpful and made changing the clutch a little less daunting

  • @TheBigBossOnEarth
    @TheBigBossOnEarth 11 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Sir,
    you have so much energy!keep it up!!!

  • @GrayPatton
    @GrayPatton 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    what a legend, still watch these videos today, 🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • @jamiewatchorn7639
    @jamiewatchorn7639 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had to do this with just a breaker bar, 5 sockets, a clutch aligner, a jack and axle stands, a set of open ended spanners and a ratchet. I just used some old hose pipe to refil the gearbox. You make this look way easier than it was for me haha

  • @dongmingzhu666
    @dongmingzhu666 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Now I know how to change the clutch in the car? Now I know I have to take the car to a mechanic!

  • @b18citr
    @b18citr 7 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    You have so much respect from me. You do all this in your laneway, no hoist nothing. You get er done though.

  • @jcsaves9725
    @jcsaves9725 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Wow! That looks really easy, and it can be done in under five minutes, incredible!

  • @jackr4777
    @jackr4777 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The wonderful thing about Scotty’s videos is that even though this one came out in 2010, his format has literally not changed at all in 10 years 😂

  • @bEEBO178
    @bEEBO178 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Scotty can take a whole day job and finish it in 4 minutes! i love how he simplifies it to the extreme!

  • @dylanchitwood885
    @dylanchitwood885 9 ปีที่แล้ว +78

    One day this guys videos are gonna give me a heart attack. "Oh thats an nice white tru... holy fuck he's back there!!!"

  • @crx122
    @crx122 10 ปีที่แล้ว +167

    I am going to state the blatantly obvious, but often overlooked tidbit of common sense: Don't EVER try doing this unless you're extremely advanced with cars. Yes, it is quite expensive to be done at a mechanic, but you will have absolutely no car if you screw something up, or just plain can't get things back together. Dropping a transmission is no novice task, getting it back into place is EXTREMELY difficult, this video doesn't show just how hard it can be. There are certain things that are absolutely worth paying a big price for to get them done at a shop, unless you're extremely proficient at cars, this isn't something you want to be getting into. I know this is all common sense, but I can't even count how many people I've seen fuck up their cars trying to do very difficult repairs by themselves, all because they didn't want to pay to get it done right.

    • @scottykilmer
      @scottykilmer  10 ปีที่แล้ว +131

      depends on the car, and the person doing the work. I was putting clutches in cars when I was 14 years old, any mechanical person can do it.

    • @crx122
      @crx122 10 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      ***** I'm not telling people to depend on shops for everything, I'm a person who does nearly all of my own car work, and learned that way. I'm just telling people to be very careful what they get into, make sure they know what they're doing, or have someone around who is. Like I said, I have seen so many people fuck up their cars because they were trying to do something way other their head. Say you need your car for work, if you can't get your transmission back into place, you aren't going anywhere. It's definitely a great idea to work on your own cars, saves a ton of money, just make sure you have the necessary experience before delving into the advanced stuff, that's my whole theme here.

    • @crx122
      @crx122 10 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      ***** Hey in that case you had nothing to lose, I'd say go for it. It absolutely depends on the car, no doubt about it. For instance, I think anyone could agree a RWD is much easier to change a clutch in over a FWD or especially an AWD. My point is for people to always make sure they do their research beforehand; you don't want to jump in to suddenly realize you're absolutely screwed, have no idea what you're doing, and now have an inoperable vehicle that you cannot get back together. When that occurs, there are only two likely outcomes: They just put things back together despite being lost, and wind up screwing up their car, or they have no car to drive until they tow it to a shop, or find someone who can help them.

    • @crx122
      @crx122 10 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      ***** In my personal opinion, I think the best idea is to have someone around who knows their stuff to shadow you. Everyone knows of someone who is good with cars, most people will be happy to help you if you respect them, show genuine interest, and most importantly listen to them. My neighbor was a mechanic, I began going over there on weekends when he did side work. As a condition for him to teach me, I offered to assist doing all the "bitch work" so to speak, grabbing and returning tools, collecting trash, disposing of fluids, you name it. I figured that was fair, considering he was taking his personal time to sit and explain things to me.
      In a very short period of time I went from not knowing how to change oil (I was never taught anything about cars in my family, every problem was take it to the shop) to changing my own brake pads, struts, fuel filter etc. If you gain a mechanic's respect, they will eventually usually let you bring your car over and work on it, and you always have them there for when you run into a jam. You then have the ability to be a go getter and dive into projects, with peace of mind knowing you have someone there to help.
      Manuals can be a great tool, I just personally think nothing beats learning hands on from another mechanic. Jumping into projects is great, just make sure you have someone available to assist you if you run into a jam. Eventually you can pretty much become self sufficient, but until then it is wise to err on the safe side.

    • @scottykilmer
      @scottykilmer  10 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      *****
      Na, my father could barely tie his own shoelaces, he played bridge and won money playing the ponies. My grandfather, his father, was the mechanic. One of those skip a generation things.

  • @GreatYue
    @GreatYue 8 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    You make it look so easy but I am sure it is a tough one

    • @jackslater230011
      @jackslater230011 8 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      It is. On my daily driver, you remove 3 engine mounts, unbolt the slave cylinder, remove the battery, remove the air cleaner assembly, disconnect the shift linkage, unbolt the starter, remove the tie rods and CV axles. So yes, it's a pain in the ass.

    • @yolsclassics6347
      @yolsclassics6347 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      GreatYue this was done on a what appeared to be a 98-02 Honda Accord EX.
      The trans is fairly easy to get too. What amazed me about Scotty was he did most of the work from the top, I do it under the car.

    • @capitalisteconomist
      @capitalisteconomist 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I've changed 2 clutches on 2 different vehicles and, while it looks intimidating, it's not that difficult in real life. The first clutch I replaced was a 1982 Datsun 210 station wagon. That was ridiculously easy. Just had to disconnect the drive shaft (most Japanese cars prior to the mid 80s were rwd) a couple of wires, and the tanny itself. Whole process, from start to finish, took 5 hours. Transmission only weighed about 70lb dry. I could lift it with my bare hands but still used a floor jack and Jack stands for clearance. Unluckily for me, a garbage truck backed into that car two weeks later, totaling it. God I miss that car. (On a side note, if you want a car that is super easy to work on, Buy an older rear wheel drive Japanese or European Vehicle. Small engines and massive engine Bays with few wires, hoses, Etc. Everything is very easy to reach.) Second clutch I did was on a 1991 Mercury Tracer, basically a rebadged Ford Escort. It took me a couple of days to do it because it is front-wheel drive and everything is cramped in the engine bay and I had to take more stuff out of the way to get to it. But I still did successfully. The most difficult part was getting the transmission to fit back on to the engine

  • @kdarban
    @kdarban 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Only thing I've done with a car before was change oil. Did a whole clutch kit with this video as reference. Only $95 and 3 hours with the right tools. Could probably do it in an HR next time. Thnx Scotty 👍😁👍

  • @jrvapor
    @jrvapor 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Man this guy is the Truth, if all Mechanics were like him the World of Cars would be a better place, Happy Birthday Scotty!

  • @scottykilmer
    @scottykilmer  11 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    often worn out clutch release bearing, but I'd change the whole clutch set if I were pulling that transmission off to fix it.

  • @gohan5123
    @gohan5123 9 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    this guy is the best

    • @russianbot2397
      @russianbot2397 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I heard that he occasionally enjoys young ladyboys like yourself. Gay for pay much?

    • @miguelruiz2288
      @miguelruiz2288 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Wtf

  • @marlensands943
    @marlensands943 11 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Happy Birthday Scotty and love your videos. Great job

  • @mkatalin09
    @mkatalin09 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    easier said than done😂😂
    I'm glad that after 10 years ur still making useful videos

  • @JoeyG4L
    @JoeyG4L 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This video helped me change the clutch in my Impreza

  • @Scorpion54092
    @Scorpion54092 10 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Yeahh... Imma take it to a mechanic once my clutch wears out lol. I'll stick to watching your videos to learn things I'd never do because it looks so complicated

  • @saintboudreau1545
    @saintboudreau1545 9 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    You are a genius doing that complicated job in your back yard on jack stands.
    What about the torque standards ? the wrench down pattern ? the shims and spacing tolerances?
    In any case you did it made it looks easy and I thank you.

    • @rfvc600r
      @rfvc600r 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      He didn't do it right. He didn't say anything about inspecting/resurfacing/replacing the flywheel.

    • @Biddybalboa
      @Biddybalboa 9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Dondi Moore He did in his newer video
      If the flywheel is fine no need to replace it.

    • @saintboudreau1545
      @saintboudreau1545 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      he should have added important details.
      and it was an easy car to work on most need the tranny dropped. but he did make us realize we can do it if we have any industry.

    • @batvette
      @batvette 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      its a generic video not vehicle specific so these details are superfluous.

  • @scottymsu6063
    @scottymsu6063 9 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    What Scotty Kilmer show in 4 mins. will take me 2 days to do! I don't even feel I did it right...
    Phew next time i'll just take it to a certified Mechanic!

    • @Jason-ji4sy
      @Jason-ji4sy 9 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Scotty MSU Hey man, you did it! Don't forget that! Most people go their whole lives without ever doing something like that.

    • @scottymsu6063
      @scottymsu6063 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Kilmer is the man when it come to cars.. but this sense of humor get a little getting use too. I have to say I learn a lot from his how to video Thou! Keep up the good work

    • @romars197
      @romars197 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Scotty MSU M

    • @capitalisteconomist
      @capitalisteconomist 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I've changed 2 clutches on 2 different vehicles and, while it looks intimidating, it's not that difficult in real life. The first clutch I replaced was a 1982 Datsun 210 station wagon. That was ridiculously easy. Just had to disconnect the drive shaft (most Japanese cars prior to the mid 80s were rwd) a couple of wires, and the tanny itself. Whole process, from start to finish, took 5 hours. Transmission only weighed about 70lb dry. I could lift it with my bare hands but still used a floor jack and Jack stands for clearance. Unluckily for me, a garbage truck backed into that car two weeks later, totaling it. God I miss that car. (On a side note, if you want a car that is super easy to work on, Buy an older rear wheel drive Japanese or European Vehicle. Small engines and massive engine Bays with few wires, hoses, Etc. Everything is very easy to reach.) Second clutch I did was on a 1991 Mercury Tracer, basically a rebadged Ford Escort. It took me a couple of days to do it because it is front-wheel drive and everything is cramped in the engine bay and I had to take more stuff out of the way to get to it. But I still did successfully. The most difficult part was getting the transmission to fit back on to the engine

    • @Carlos-hr9kg
      @Carlos-hr9kg 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Scotty MSU lol when I first started tinkering around with my car. I did the spark plugs. Had no clue where they were on my old 95 Mercedes, I was pulling on the fuel injector rails thinking the spark plugs were under the injectors lmao and taking bolts off the engine not knowing wtf is going on. Till one day, under the black cover just a few inches to the side of the rails, where the spark plugs lived, I found them. Took me 1 day to figure that out and the second day to actually finish it, should’ve been a like a 30 min, (maybe a tad bit more, since mine was a v8 and there was little room to get to the back part where the plugs were). But then again, I bought the cheapest tiniest socket wrench set for 15 bucks outside my local junkyard, and the set was garbage to begin with and it was just hard not having proper tools. I was mad but relieve and felt proud I did something. Just recently I changed my starter, took me two day too, but since I got a new job, wasn’t able to have time to change it, was about 3hrs, only cause I didn’t have 10mm hex bit, and again, there was no room for my large hand to fit. Point is, I was just glad to get it done hahah😂

  • @servel2
    @servel2 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Man, that was the best mechanic video I have seen ever, thank you Scotty.

  • @markcoyle3874
    @markcoyle3874 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mr. Kilmer I have seen many of your videos and I have done work on cars a fair amount myself...I think your tips and instructions are right on. I believe you are doing your best to help people save time and money when it comes to there cars and repair cost ..thank you for insight and help Sir..

  • @supraflyg6177
    @supraflyg6177 7 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    it took me 5 hours of hell!!! my back is killing me now !!!

    • @kevinbrislawn5918
      @kevinbrislawn5918 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Supra flyg I feel your pain..Scotty I think has no issues with muscles or pain

    • @billdougan4022
      @billdougan4022 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      On another video, Scotty said he was getting carpal tunnel in his arms, and took his wifes glucosamine chondroitin and it went away. 💪

  • @LaJOttaaa
    @LaJOttaaa 11 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I need a mechanic like him!!!!! beast

  • @peaceonthis265
    @peaceonthis265 8 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    How on earth can you slip a clutch alignment tool in with the transmission input shaft in the way? You did not address supporting
    the engine ether. I wonder how many weekend warriors have torn their hair out over this one. And what is with all those rocks on the ground surrounding your work area;-)? No offense intended Scotty! I love your videos, they are informative, and interesting. This one is a stretch.

    • @Skibidijones0330
      @Skibidijones0330 8 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Doing a clutch now it's way more involved than what's shown in the video you'll most likely have to drop the trans all the way out

    • @IaintTrynaGoOutLikeBIGnPAC
      @IaintTrynaGoOutLikeBIGnPAC 7 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      He's been doing this longer than you've been alive... You would understand unless you did it yourself.

    • @matowixunplugged7927
      @matowixunplugged7927 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      peaceonthis265 agree

    • @brianlopez4000
      @brianlopez4000 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      peaceonthis265 he dident torque his bolts so the clutch might be uneven at one side

    • @hpbryan
      @hpbryan 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      He also forgot to mention it’s a procedure for front wheel drive only lol

  • @kcchiefs0428
    @kcchiefs0428 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I had a 75 Chevy luv and did the clutch to it. But when i had pulled the transmission out it had an “ inner bearing” that i didn’t know was there and had a heck of time putting it back together. My dad had to help me take it all apart and borrowed a pulley to take out that inner bearing and replace it with a new one😂👍thank God he showed up to help👍

  • @fernandomigjorres4677
    @fernandomigjorres4677 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Finally someone has properly explained and presented how to do that job! I appreciate it! Thank you, Mister... What Mister, Master 😉

  • @mabast007
    @mabast007 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Customer: My clutch is worn out
    Me: It is easy
    Customer: how?
    Me: According to Scotty's 4 min fix.. lol

    • @Art_V101
      @Art_V101 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mine just went out,I could just take it to the shop and give them $1500-2000 to do the job or I could spend $200 and do it myself following Scotty’s video.I’m smart enough to know if I tried to do it myself I’ll end up paying the mechanic the $1500-$2000 to replace the clutch and another $1000 from the other stuff I’ll break trying to do it myself.

  • @scottykilmer
    @scottykilmer  11 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I would replace the clutch with a full clutch kit, and PRAY the transmission has no internal bearing damage

  • @rustyshackleford932
    @rustyshackleford932 8 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    at 3:38 it looks like the jack stand is about to fall down. NOT safe.....

    • @PhoenixT1953
      @PhoenixT1953 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      ok safety sally

    • @theoholden2389
      @theoholden2389 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@PhoenixT1953 you won't be saying that when a vehicle almost comes down on you

  • @MeMe-yy9fs
    @MeMe-yy9fs 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just try to do it yourself. Dont be afraid. I've learned and done a lot of things I thought were impossible for me to do. I've saved a lot of money and I know more about car repairs now.

  • @tlr91990
    @tlr91990 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    My throw bearing starting acting up Yesterday and I have a 2003 honda civic si. This one place I called alone tried to charge me 789.95 in labor alone. Going to order a kit and try and do it myself with the hubby. Thanks for you video!! If I have any questions I will be in contact with you! Thanks again Scotty

  • @kingkong8974
    @kingkong8974 8 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I just put a clutch in a 1988 honda civic and now it wont shift, did I accidentally put the clutch in backwards? or could it be a faulty throwout bearing

    • @mikepalmer1178
      @mikepalmer1178 8 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      start over - you know the procedure now so it will be quicker second time through - take it all back apart and check it's the right way round - when its opened up give the flywheel a good look over make sure it's not blued anywhere or scratched badly - also make sure you rebuilt the each assembly correctly and keep checking here for an answer from someone more qualified than me... im no mechanic... hope you get sorted

    • @kingkong8974
      @kingkong8974 8 ปีที่แล้ว +62

      I put the throw out bearing in backwards.

    • @QuintonJewett
      @QuintonJewett 8 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      thx for letting me learn from your mistake man, seriously. sorry it happened to ya though

    • @kevinbrislawn5918
      @kevinbrislawn5918 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      kingkong8974 pull it out again an try to Dee where you went wrong..I did a clutch on a 83 Toyota truck..major pain but the job was a suceesex

    • @mattevans1643
      @mattevans1643 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kingkong8974 haha that's awesome

  • @jasonbentley9968
    @jasonbentley9968 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video (y) Very informative. But I don't know why, but 1:18 made me laugh :')

  • @aaronhoward5467
    @aaronhoward5467 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is the real life dale from king of the hill. just missing a beer and a smoke.

    • @whitetrashandhellbound6905
      @whitetrashandhellbound6905 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Bobby Digital You realize he is nothing like Dale right?... Scotty isn't fat? He isn't bald? He the wearer of a mustard stained undershirt? He doesn't sound like a Shell Shocked Vietnam Vet?... sooooo... in what ways is Scotty luke Dale Gribbles?

  • @p.k.808
    @p.k.808 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Jesus u make it look so easy. Idk how you removed the old clutch and installed the new one with that little bit of room.
    I have done this job as well before and was not as painless as you make it look.
    You sir!!!...........are Talented. 👍

  • @whitetrashandhellbound6905
    @whitetrashandhellbound6905 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well... 4 minutes to change a clutch. To think I thought it would take me two days. Well, let me get my check list together... Camera, Check... Bad ass attitude and a raspy voice, check... Some sweet latex gloves, check... And last but not least a 2000 Ford F150 to pop out of after my 4 minute clutch video is finished, check... lol... thanks Scott, all jokes aside I love your videos. Tackling my clutch this weekend... but needless to say... it won't be as smooth as your job you just did. Keep them comming man, I appreciate every second of it.

  • @Skitungen
    @Skitungen 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Chrisfix's video is 100 times better.

  • @Number8of10
    @Number8of10 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Meanwhile, two weeks in and still can't separate the darn transmission. 😂

  • @WezTzu
    @WezTzu 9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    would i need many tools to do this?

    • @scottykilmer
      @scottykilmer  9 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      +Wesley Maye just a jack and jack stand and normal hand tools on most cars, unless you're doing some crapper like BMW or Porsche.

  • @nzbluestone
    @nzbluestone 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    I found your video very helpful. Of course your video is not national geography channel and not designed for everyone. But as a person who is interested in the machanics of cars, I like your video and want to thank you for sharing it with everyone.

  • @anthonyguzman2315
    @anthonyguzman2315 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like these videos because it's short all you really need is a recap of what needs to come off and everything goes smooth from there

  • @mrmomtime111
    @mrmomtime111 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Intimidation level; 88%. Unable to perform. Failure probability too high. Diagnosis: I'm too wussy to do it :(

  • @honda8770
    @honda8770 8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    my luck! he's using my exact car!

  • @KnobCreekBandit
    @KnobCreekBandit 10 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    this guy is fucking awesome

    • @scottykilmer
      @scottykilmer  10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If you like my car help, be sure to watch my live car talk show every Saturday morning at 10 AM CST on TH-cam. I answer your car questions LIVE there. Just check it out at How To Ask A Live Mechanic Car Questions Free On TH-cam . And remember, every TUESDAY I upload a new video, so don’t miss them.

  • @kevinpeterson294
    @kevinpeterson294 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow! One smart man! I do work on all my own repairs as much as possible. I haven't yet worked on fwd engine/transmission. Scott big help! I wish you could get a lift and save your back/neck, I need one as well.Gr8 job!!

  • @CharlesThomas-jd3pw
    @CharlesThomas-jd3pw 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have been watching 30 and 40 mins long and this 4 min video was way more informative

  • @kemomholo7132
    @kemomholo7132 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    1:50 first time I see scotty's eyes

  • @NotN8
    @NotN8 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am currently paying my mechanic $645 (parts + labor) to do this for my '02 Wrangler. Awesome to see how to do it, and doesn't appear as difficult as I thought - probably could've saved money doing it myself! but I trust my mechanic

  • @juice323blue4
    @juice323blue4 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really believe Scotty kilmer is Superman . The only mechanic that can work on 100 cars in one day.

  • @NAARYANIV
    @NAARYANIV 11 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    man you make it so simple!
    i saw a capules videos of raplacing a clutch and you did it the simplest :)

  • @vincentv9147
    @vincentv9147 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very trusted channel about your car.... thank you for learning sir!

  • @theprodigy88888
    @theprodigy88888 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great tutorial. Some car fixings doesnt need to lengthy. Good job Scott!

  • @FCT8306onTwoWheels
    @FCT8306onTwoWheels 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video made my morning cause I have the same generation Accord and have a slipping clutch. Thumbs up!

  • @markcoyle3874
    @markcoyle3874 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mr. Kilmer my father always told me there anit nothing like seeing a man do his job who knows what hes doing...and its true sir...

  • @davidgriffiths7696
    @davidgriffiths7696 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just another repair! I’d have someone on standby for that who had done one before, I know you have to lift the engine a few inches on a vw engine. All the same if it’s old you might as well take a chance. I did a timing belt/pumpearly in my amateur mechanic career, I reasoned if I trash the engine I haven’t lost much the van only cost 900 €. It was fiddly but I got it all lined up ok going carefully and gained in confidence. I think I would do it with thorough preparation, it kind of doesn’t make sense to run old vans if you won’t take a chance on doing repairs. Scotty the great can do man👍

  • @MiDi88X
    @MiDi88X 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This took 3 evenings on my car. I would suggest you have a piece of paper to tape the bolts/nuts/screws to and label them. It's very easy to forget where they go. Use a torque wrench for the big nuts on the hub if you don't have an electric drill with adjustable torque. Removing the gearbox from the car takes more time, but it makes it a lot easier to work on (fewer tight spaces). If you do remove the gearbox, you also need to take out the speed cable, and unhook the shifting clips.

  • @JaysGarageRaleigh1
    @JaysGarageRaleigh1 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your vids. Very to the point, only vids I watch on TH-cam where I don't fast forward

  • @zoroluva
    @zoroluva 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Scotty is awesome. I've never seen a clutch job made look so easy.

    • @scottykilmer
      @scottykilmer  10 ปีที่แล้ว

      If you like my car help, be sure to watch my live car talk show every Saturday morning at 10 AM CST on TH-cam. I answer your car questions LIVE there. Just check it out at How To Ask A Live Mechanic Car Questions Free On TH-cam . And remember, every TUESDAY I upload a new video, so don’t miss them.

  • @darrengolds
    @darrengolds 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Straight to the point no talking crap about what they had for breakfast good video

  • @lineartechbd1600
    @lineartechbd1600 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have that exact same car. I was worried about a $1000 bill when I burn out my clutch (I am just learning how to drive stick) but you make it look so easy I will do it myself. Funny part is that I bought this car cause I had the automatic version and I know that the car is easy to fix . I have done axles tons of times and they are very easy.

  • @SeSmith405
    @SeSmith405 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Honestly man thank you so much for this video. The first statement you made about the rpm's goi up and not goin anywhere answered my question right away!

  • @aiymshadmet2287
    @aiymshadmet2287 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    You should've been an actor! You have a natural charisma (which many people don't have) and it was enjoyable to watch the video, thou I'm a girl but understood everything you said :)

  • @GlennnD
    @GlennnD 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can't get enough of your video's ! So inspring. Just bought a clutch kit for my Toyota Corolla E11. Found out there is no alignment tool. So it seems not every kit comes with it. :(

  • @strictlyvintagebasketball354
    @strictlyvintagebasketball354 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    man how easy you make it look less than 5 mins work LOL!! I wish it was that fast you are a great mechanic though wish you were here in Chicago to work on my autos thanks for the post sir!!

  • @henrybikeman
    @henrybikeman 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good for you Scotty. Would you believe it, some claim you have to remove the engine and gearbox? Others claim you have to remove just the gearbox? You show that with enough skill you don’t need to fully remove either. Bravo! I wish I could do it in 4 minutes too!

    • @jfarns1897
      @jfarns1897 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Skill or just mad crazy no F's given about that rolling timebomb??

  • @mikevez6639
    @mikevez6639 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You're an absolute LEGEND