Changing Your Coolant? You're Doing It Wrong

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  • @scottykilmer
    @scottykilmer  3 ปีที่แล้ว +57

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    • @Andrew-th8jk
      @Andrew-th8jk 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello Scotty! I was wondering if a ford galaxie 500 was a good first car. I really enjoy everything about classic muscle cars and am not looking for anything fuel efficient or technologically advanced.

    • @Andrew-th8jk
      @Andrew-th8jk 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Mark Codiroli do you know how fuel efficient it is? And does it accelerate quickly?

    • @Andrew-th8jk
      @Andrew-th8jk 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Mark Codiroli the preferred option would be the 7l v8

    • @Andrew-th8jk
      @Andrew-th8jk 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Mark Codiroli jeez, saying you are living the dream would be an understatement

    • @m14v81
      @m14v81 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Very useful I'm currently doing a complete overhaul on my Toyota camry 1996.. Also what performance shocks would you recommend for the Toyota camry and for the calipers does it matter if I install abs calipers on a non abs system?

  • @slpthebull
    @slpthebull 3 ปีที่แล้ว +251

    I’m a mechanic and I finds theses video so educational. I send them to my kids. Good job Scotty.

    • @KORUPTIONYT
      @KORUPTIONYT 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      does a chrysler 2005 300 touring have a bleeding valve? i drained the coolant an tried to refill , put in about a gallon but it wont sink in had car engine running but didnt know fans must blow or atleast air turned on very confused on whats the issue

    • @bhipapi5811
      @bhipapi5811 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@KORUPTIONYTyes

  • @yime6631
    @yime6631 3 ปีที่แล้ว +227

    I've met people who are so good at their crafts and careers. Those who can teach this well what they know as well as Scotty are more rare. He's more than just an excellent mechanic.

    • @solascriptura-e7t
      @solascriptura-e7t 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's why he seemingly gains another 500k subs, each year.
      I first started watching his channel,
      back when he first had around 2.5M subs.

  • @gionova1
    @gionova1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    This reminds me of the nearly 20 year old Honda Civic my dad had most of my life. It had cooling problems that he couldn't diagnose so he had to have containers of water in his car when it got too hot and this dude gave him a coolant cap from Mexico that was basically a cheap cap with a hole in it. It was more common for people in Mexico to fill the radiator with water since the cheaper cars in mostly rough terrain driven by mostly poorer people wouldn't last anyway. The cap was designed to prevent internal water damage by letting the pressure release from the hole.

  • @HighestIQ
    @HighestIQ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +208

    After seeing several Scotty thumbnails I have come to the conclusion he likes to point a lot.

    • @unconscioustruth1963
      @unconscioustruth1963 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      👈🏼Good Point 👉🏼

    • @w13rdguy
      @w13rdguy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Studies show experts say pointing generates more clicks.

    • @GilbertJagot
      @GilbertJagot 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      He's very "hands on".

    • @mry82
      @mry82 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      lol; I'd like to point out that these puns are good!

    • @neepgang4091
      @neepgang4091 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah

  • @anitakotowicz5049
    @anitakotowicz5049 3 ปีที่แล้ว +818

    No system will be as cool as Scotty 👌🏼😎

    • @BRIGGS2710
      @BRIGGS2710 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      lol : )

    • @NKP73
      @NKP73 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Profound 🧐

    • @jayrob7418
      @jayrob7418 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol awww 😂😊

    • @49495lwbrmoxybe
      @49495lwbrmoxybe 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey

    • @TheHailstorm77
      @TheHailstorm77 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      An no system is as cute and hot as Anita! 😉 call me

  • @veronicahawthorne3452
    @veronicahawthorne3452 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    I’m such a big fan of yours Scotty! I thought I knew about cars, having grown up around them, but your videos have taught me infinitely more that I’d ever learn while watching my mechanic! I try to watch ever video you post. Keep up the great work Scotty! We love you! 💗

  • @jpteknoman
    @jpteknoman ปีที่แล้ว +13

    my father used to put plain old tap water in the radiator. had to scrap the car after the cylinders warped because the radiator was rusted and the temps kept getting too high (even blew the head gasket a couple of times)

    • @davids.9834
      @davids.9834 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Water is fine for a quick "get you back on the road" situation, but once you get home.... replace it.

  • @mry82
    @mry82 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    I remember bringing the ol' Le Mans over a mountain pass here in the Appalachians back in 90s and it started overheating (it was summer)... cranked up the heat, rolled down the windows, and made it to the other side with no real issues... good times!

    • @buskE46
      @buskE46 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Good trick for a cooling system not quite designed for hills in some parts, or possibly a low drag fan pulley.

    • @mry82
      @mry82 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@buskE46 I've got an e46 too... we gotta know our cooling systems, lol

    • @johnchandler1687
      @johnchandler1687 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Former cooling system mechanic here. In an emergency re move the thermostat, cut the valve from the center and put the outer ring back in. Don't run it without that restriction or the pump will send it through the radiator so fast it won't have time to remove the heat from the coolant. I always keep an old thermostat with the valve removed in my 2 older vehicles just in case. Also, when changing the thermostat test new one in boiling water on the stove to be sure. If you drill a 1/16 or 1/8 inch hole in it just outside the valve center it will let trapped air purge from your engine. Otherwise it can take up to 2 weeks of driving to completely purge that air that gets into it anytime you open the cooling system.

  • @jesus.christis.lord.foreve899
    @jesus.christis.lord.foreve899 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    if I had known the things you share in this video, my car had not died.
    I pray MANY cars' head gaskets are saved by those who watch this video putting into practice all this wisdom.
    and thank you, Mr. Kilmer

  • @gordonwaldner9792
    @gordonwaldner9792 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    One of your best videos. Water is good in an emergency. My car foiled over once. I got a couple gallons from a nearby farmer. It worked fine until The next day when I got it to a garage to replace the coolant. Sometimes mixing two types of coolant they will form a gel and won't do a thing. GM requires a special coolant. Mixed with regular coolant the gel will quickly kill your engine.

  • @bbutc
    @bbutc 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I once had a car with a malfunctioning cooling system. The only way to keep the coolant temperature down and out of the red on the dial, was to turn the cabin heat up to MAX. This was OK in winter, but in the middle of summer - not so much.

  • @globalnetizen956
    @globalnetizen956 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I once owned a 98 Camry , the shop who changed timing belt and water pump forgot to refill the coolant after the work done. I drove it the next day to work 45 miles one way, the car overheated on the return trip when it stuck in traffic. I just turned on the fan and continue to home, the needle stayed in the middle all the way to home. What a car!

    • @ThienTran-ko5xy
      @ThienTran-ko5xy 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      very lucky 😮😮

  • @gmzx3
    @gmzx3 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I agree about using the proper coolant. In the old days, coolant was coolant. Now some have different chemistry, especially long life organic acid ones, and should not be mixed. This is one place I won't try to save money and will get the recommended coolant and transmission fluid at the vehicle dealer's parts dept. I have a Honda with no temp gauge, just a cold and hot light. I hate that, reminds me of domestic cars in the past.

    • @rogacz5966
      @rogacz5966 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My Honda also only has the cold and hot light. Did you use the universal all year honda type 2 coolant? My service book says to use it , but it's literally three times more expensive than a well known brand in my country

    • @gmzx3
      @gmzx3 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I am due for a change and plan on using the Honda type 2. I have seen Peak ones made for Honda etc. Given how long life the coolant is, I'll pay for the Honda stuff knowing it is fully compatible.

  • @AndrayaSmith-ds1rr
    @AndrayaSmith-ds1rr 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    We will always love and remember you Scotty! May your legacy of teaching others about the importance of maintaining their cars continue on for many years to come. ❤️

  • @carlbrooks90
    @carlbrooks90 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    if your radiator is leaking buy the oem, i had a leaking rad in my is300 and got the premium car quest one for it and it started leaking less than a month

  • @lts7565
    @lts7565 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Mr. Kilmer, you're a master educator...thank you! You are appreciated.❤

  • @isaacsaenzsmct26
    @isaacsaenzsmct26 3 ปีที่แล้ว +87

    My wife's car overheated a month ago. I noticed the day after i put a new alternator. To make the story short I had forgot to put the connector back into the radiator😅

    • @Mohapi_Tau
      @Mohapi_Tau 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So does it still run?

    • @dioanindra2920
      @dioanindra2920 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Lucky you figured it out immediately haha

    • @misterudik6101
      @misterudik6101 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      another fail DIY

    • @williamoneal3947
      @williamoneal3947 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Stay away from any car repairs. You are a danger to yourself.

    • @yeetedon
      @yeetedon 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Rip

  • @tthoy7338
    @tthoy7338 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Now that’s a Great Scotty video !! No arms flailing all over the place. Just calm “cool” (pardon the pun) & collect.

  • @TA_Plus_Hemi
    @TA_Plus_Hemi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Love the Camry TRD pulling a j-turn just to pull in the driveway

  • @magcitrate
    @magcitrate 3 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    All failed engines that I’ve experienced are from faulty cooling system. Leaking radiator or water pump, and I didn’t fix them in time. 😵

  • @johnnytsunami6185
    @johnnytsunami6185 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wish Scotty lived around my area he would be my go to mechanic without a doubt

  • @maartenc6099
    @maartenc6099 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    If you have a leak in your cooling-system, the boiling temperature of your cooling fluid will change.
    Think of it as pressure cooking. The water boils at a higher temperature because it is a closed system.
    Cool system leakage shows itself when you watch your temperature gauge. If it is fluctuating while following your drive speed. So higher when you dive lower and lower when you drive faster. Check your levels. If the level is good, you might have a leakage.

  • @mattfy5392
    @mattfy5392 3 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    I love this new video format!

  • @oliverp3858
    @oliverp3858 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Afternoon Scotty!

    • @scottykilmer
      @scottykilmer  3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      afternoon!

    • @KevZX-10RC1H
      @KevZX-10RC1H 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@scottykilmer Hi from England Scotty👌

  • @Braveheartman123
    @Braveheartman123 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The visuals are great on this one. Even better than when Scotty stands there and waves his arms around a lot.

  • @virginia7125
    @virginia7125 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Not the car I have now, but my previous car had cooling system issues generated by listening to Jiffy Lube. They told me on a 2004 Cavalier, my coolant needed changing. I bought the car new, so for warranty you had to go to one of these places for warranty to cover stuff. Jiffy Lube used a general purpose coolant in it. Didn't notice anything wrong for a while. Started smelling antifreeze. The seal shrunk around the water pump. I put the dexcool antifreeze back in it. Within a few weeks, the seal swole back up & the leak stopped. What use to piss me off was, they would bang my air filter up against the wall & distort the louvers in it. I would have to go buy a new air filter. No matter how new your wiper blades are, they said you need new ones.

    • @GeneralChangFromDanang
      @GeneralChangFromDanang 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I stopped going to those places after being told I need a new battery when the battery was new.

  • @jackeldogo3952
    @jackeldogo3952 3 ปีที่แล้ว +134

    Whenever Scotty does these narrations, he sounds just like Joe Pesci doing his voice overs in Casino.

    • @kylosolo8815
      @kylosolo8815 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I thought the same lol

    • @clbcl5
      @clbcl5 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I can't understand him without yelling at the camera.

    • @1pointt21gW
      @1pointt21gW 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      hahahahhahahah.
      WHAT?? YOU THINK IM FUNNY?!? AM I FUNNY TO YOU???

    • @Gallagherfreak100
      @Gallagherfreak100 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@1pointt21gW : DO I AMUSE YOU?

    • @davekostka7151
      @davekostka7151 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Scotty just needs a hair more Brooklyn accent.

  • @mikegonzalez8071
    @mikegonzalez8071 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Afternoon Scotty! 🏁

  • @muhanc.a.9299
    @muhanc.a.9299 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    My mind overheated with so much cool information.

  • @BusterKitten
    @BusterKitten 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    love these classes Scotty puts on

  • @obque86nz
    @obque86nz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I come to scotty first for advice and knowledge when it comes to cars. Solid bloke and funny af.. Quality

  • @chadfree4719
    @chadfree4719 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you for this. Have you considered writing curriculum for high school/ comm college auto tech programs?

  • @davebruins8623
    @davebruins8623 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    this probably covers 2 days in auto-tech school ;)

    • @happinesshotel5375
      @happinesshotel5375 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      There is a whole section on this. He explained it in less than ten minutes. He seriously is a go-to guy!

    • @DanA-st2ed
      @DanA-st2ed 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      is that all you lasted?

  • @elliottpalumbo7407
    @elliottpalumbo7407 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    This is why it’s important to keep an eye on the coolant , radiator hoses, and radiator to help you're engine stay cool so it won’t overheat.

  • @GoldGlizzyGang
    @GoldGlizzyGang 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I remember opening the radiator on my honda when it was overheated... learned the hard way😂

    • @williamoneal3947
      @williamoneal3947 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Stay away from anything under the hood. You could be a danger to yourself.

    • @michaell3711
      @michaell3711 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow!!!! What was the cost for the plastic surgery 😅???

    • @freeguide8912
      @freeguide8912 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ouch!🥵

    • @gaphneastanislaus8482
      @gaphneastanislaus8482 ปีที่แล้ว

      Me too, ouch!

  • @robertdatario85
    @robertdatario85 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Scotty is keeping up with EV technology. I like it. Job security I guess. Before all the internal engines will disappear and the word piston is part of history.

  • @shamamohammed4557
    @shamamohammed4557 2 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Why are you no longer screaming at us? :(

  • @frankfrankenstein979
    @frankfrankenstein979 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Cool video! I've been using some great car care software named Automotive Wolf for years. It keeps track of all the maintenance on both my cars and a motorcycle. My 2008 Toyota has over 300,000 miles and still runs like new. I only use Toyota Oil and filters in it. Keeping up with a vehicle maintenance schedule is critical to avoiding repairs.

  • @blanc5522
    @blanc5522 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Ive learned lots of info from Scotty. Ive also bought couple vehicles since watching his car stories and I became diyer. I have done fixing 3 accord myself, changing timing belt, drive belt, suspension parts etc. I always like to challange.

  • @evoevannismo8141
    @evoevannismo8141 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Yep I actually learned something but it'll still take me time to learn more. That's because when I buy my own car soon which will be a temporary old car with a stick shift, I will probably refer back to this video if I can find it LOL. Same thing when I buy my dream car sooner or later, refer back to this video. Anyways I will share this video.

    • @Blue-jn1ph
      @Blue-jn1ph 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah lol. I have a beater rn just to properly learn about cars and then later on when I buy a newer one I'll have a lot more knowledge from taking care of the one I have now

  • @kents.2866
    @kents.2866 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Weird not seeing Scotty's hands moving around. 😁

    • @centsofhumor
      @centsofhumor 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Perhaps he broke a vase and cut his hand while talking.

  • @jefferyreuben9259
    @jefferyreuben9259 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Scotty you're the best! I absolutely trust your car insight! Love the HORSE JOKE PIC!

  • @NKP73
    @NKP73 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Afternoon Scotty, enjoy your vacation

  • @Loudes012
    @Loudes012 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good video. Coolant is the life blood of the engine.

  • @robertmeyer4744
    @robertmeyer4744 ปีที่แล้ว

    great video. I find newer cars have a color dot buy coolant tank.also has in big letters do not mix different colors.some cars can use different coolant types but always check compatibility first and flush the old out first. never mix ! Scotty is right on. if you lost owners manual you can look up online. google it or have auto parts store look it up. newer cars have it right buy or on coolant tank or cap.same for oil type and transmission fluid. I find car companies good a very good job of letting the oner know what type of fluids to use. stick with what they say to use. that is correct information the people that made the car/truck know it the best .

  • @CaseAgainstFaith1
    @CaseAgainstFaith1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Back in the late 70’s, my broke brother drove a beater 66 Buick Special. We live in Houston, which usually doesn’t get all that cold, but, can occasionally. It had a leak somewhere not easy to fix, I don’t remember. But it would only leak a little every day. So, for several years, he just filled it with water (only) daily and it worked sufficiently

  • @robbanks4356
    @robbanks4356 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was going to do flush on my 2006 tundra but I read on Toyota forum that the red coolant really never has to be replaced. people swear by it and think it is a waste of money.

  • @ok-mj3bz
    @ok-mj3bz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good Afternoon Scotty

  • @robertheinkel6225
    @robertheinkel6225 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was driving my sisters van up Pikes Peak, when she stated it was overheating on the interstate. Cranked up the heater, but only made it about 2/3 of the way up before it overheated.

  • @Theminecraftian772
    @Theminecraftian772 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Yep, if it breaks badly, it's pricey to get fixed. Recently got a car, turns out it's got a coolant leak in both the water pump AND a crack in the top of the radiator. The radiator is one I'd be willing to fix myself, considering it can just drop in from the top, but the water pump is under and behind so much that I'd rather not risk screwing something up putting it back together. And since you can't replace the water pump and test it when you've got a leak in your radiator, I've got to get them fixed at the same time. not cheap.

    • @gewfone
      @gewfone 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Brakes...*😁

    • @rockwithme5346
      @rockwithme5346 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@gewfone O.P used the correct spelling.

    • @berniemadoff7837
      @berniemadoff7837 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      While changing a water pump, always replace the thermostat with a new one.
      They're relatively cheap, and most mechanics recommend it since you're already in there.
      I use Denso parts, which are OEM for Toyota products.

  • @itsyazzypoo
    @itsyazzypoo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Scotty never fails to give history lesson
    ❤️ from 🇵🇭

  • @jackiegarcia7800
    @jackiegarcia7800 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Good afternoon Scotty!
    I just wanted to thank you for the the information and knowledge you're sharing with us!
    Take care!

  • @smithereens1693
    @smithereens1693 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Scotty, your voice is truly ASMR to my soul.

  • @poolmotorrepairguyFL
    @poolmotorrepairguyFL 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The Florida pool pump motor repair guy approved ! that was good info Scotty

  • @Lunar.cipher
    @Lunar.cipher 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Scotty's Vehicle University is the best. 🙌🏾

  • @laurieannrodriguez4551
    @laurieannrodriguez4551 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Good afternoon Scotty thank you for the good news and auto education! YOU are the coolest! Even a lizard stepped on my porch to listen to you!

  • @k1n63d
    @k1n63d 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Scotty I really enjoy your voice. You have a voice that is perfect for teaching. I think I'll subscribe to you asap.

  • @DJGrasshopa
    @DJGrasshopa 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks! I always learn something from every vid I watch!

  • @ajvenom
    @ajvenom 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I worked for a courier company and sometimes the radiators would get full of bugs. Drivers would turn on the cabin heaters to cool the engine until they got back off the road and cleaned them.

  • @ivanrico961
    @ivanrico961 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Scotty we love you so much your videos have saved me so much money how can I send you money as a thank you? I would like to show my appreciation, you have literally saved me thousands I feel you deserve SOMETHING. 🙏🏽 God bless you sir

  • @JohnWick-yk3eg
    @JohnWick-yk3eg 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've been an auto mechanic for over 20 years. Many of the problems I see daily could have easily been avoided by simply following the vehicles maintenance schedule. I use a program on my computer called Automotive Wolf car care software to keep track of all the maintenance for my 3 cars, a truck and even a generator. It automatically can send you text message reminders when any type of service is due. Two of my vehicles have over 200,000 miles and have never needed any repairs. Want to save money? Follow your maintenance schedule!

  • @originalflavor
    @originalflavor 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I remembered when I had to direct connect my radiator fan on as the solution. Went through a handful of fans from the junkyard. 1994 Pontiac Sunbird same as Chevy Cavalier.

  • @garylee2976
    @garylee2976 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you Scotty.

  • @etutlf4176
    @etutlf4176 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Scotty is a man I can trust!!

  • @al-mubdizahir8704
    @al-mubdizahir8704 ปีที่แล้ว

    It would be nice if we had a guy like Scotty for diesel trucks like semi's

  • @RedneckHillbilly-ho9md
    @RedneckHillbilly-ho9md 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Don't forget for those who don't know your temperature gauge will not work or give an accurate reading if your engine is low on coolant.

  • @battlearenatoshinden
    @battlearenatoshinden 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like the visual aid.

  • @TROOPERfarcry
    @TROOPERfarcry 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A guy -- can't remember his name -- came up with a 6-stroke engine. The first four strokes are identical to any other 4-stroke engine, but stroke 5 squirts water -- just water -- into the cylinder, where it is immediately converted to steam, using the excess heat of the cylinder, whereupon stroke 6 starts by that steam now pressing down the cylinder. It's a 2:6 power ratio, or slightly more powerful than a 1:4. It's also utilizing only the excess heat that's already there to generate that extra power-stroke.
    -
    Of course there are problems with squirting water into a cylinder.

  • @mohammadsakib9290
    @mohammadsakib9290 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Scotty makes things easy like water.

  • @scottdavis1549
    @scottdavis1549 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Scotty, I like these lessons and you’re a fun and insightful professor. What do ya know about Antilock breaking? Are modern vehicles overly sophisticated and require far to much technical maintenance? A failure free car is totally buildable, don’t ya think?

    • @gewfone
      @gewfone 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Braking...*

    • @fuckcensorship69
      @fuckcensorship69 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      A failure free car is impossible without maintenance. I would LOVE to see an antiTesla....a car made with 1970s technology

  • @caliberkid
    @caliberkid 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Scotty: I enjoy your videos, and learn something new every time. Steam is a invisible; odorless; colorless, gas. What people take for steam is actually water vapor.

    • @buskE46
      @buskE46 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I can tell you are as weird as me. (Thumbs up to you my sir.)

    • @caliberkid
      @caliberkid 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Mark Codiroli I spent 7 years working and operating steam engines. Take a tea kettle. there is a invisible space between the kettle and the water vaper; that is the steam.

  • @ReubenAStern
    @ReubenAStern ปีที่แล้ว

    I like the pets and children at 7:56. They look like they're saying "Yay! Sweet, delicious coolant!"

  • @abdullahabdulrazaq6786
    @abdullahabdulrazaq6786 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Scotty means the BEST

  • @CosmasCosmas-b4d
    @CosmasCosmas-b4d 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Killer you are great in this field.

    • @CosmasCosmas-b4d
      @CosmasCosmas-b4d 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Kilmer you are great in this field.(corrected).

  • @mikegentzke6424
    @mikegentzke6424 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I had my coolant drained and had a new thermostat installed in my Forester. I used a NAPA thermostat. After all the air was bleed out the car still ran hot. Surprisingly, it ran hotter on the highway than in the city.
    Bottom line, if you own a Subaru, buy a Subaru thermostat instead of an aftermarket one.

    • @buskE46
      @buskE46 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How were you reading the engine temp? NAPA and any OEM, really - will have different temp thermostats that will fit the same system. If it's maintaining a lower temp in the city vs highway you might have a blockage in your coolant system.

    • @jasonhurdlow6607
      @jasonhurdlow6607 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Facts, always use OEM thermostats in Subies.

    • @edwinroyal9734
      @edwinroyal9734 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Napa sells OEM thermostats so as long as you get OEM you're fine, right?

  • @nathanyuelle
    @nathanyuelle 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m glad you uploaded this. My cars coolant light keeps coming on, but the coolant isn’t low. And it doesn’t look like it’s over heating. Idk what to do about it

    • @PauloHeaven
      @PauloHeaven 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Check the thermostat or the coolant temperature sensors (there could be several of them in various places depending on the car)

    • @nathanyuelle
      @nathanyuelle 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@PauloHeaven thank you I will check themout

    • @buskE46
      @buskE46 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Keeps coming on like - always on, or comes on when you are accelerating, just started up, at a stop?? So many options. Also depending on the car it could be a coolant temp light (Paulo addressed that) or it could be a coolant level light, that could just be a bad connection or sender depending when you are seeing the light and the above mentioned options.

    • @nathanyuelle
      @nathanyuelle 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@buskE46 usually between 1 minute and 20 minutes it takes to come on.

    • @nathanyuelle
      @nathanyuelle 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@buskE46 I’ll replace the sensor on my coolant reservoir, doesn’t look like a big job at all and the piece is cheap.

  • @thesetruths1404
    @thesetruths1404 ปีที่แล้ว

    White vinegar. Run it 100%, or as near as you can get so, for 3 to 5 days. Rinse 3 times and refill with 60% antifreeze to water. The extra 10% is to neutralize any remaining white vinegar, and is probably unnecessary after 3 rinses.

  • @davebanner8666
    @davebanner8666 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This was so awesome. Thanks Scotty

  • @davidaslani5981
    @davidaslani5981 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My VW golfff 2005 runs like a dreammmmmmmmmm scotty.volkswagens are gooooooooood

    • @davidaslani5981
      @davidaslani5981 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mcc7762 only issue is the flex pipe is broken or something so it backfire like mad

  • @rubyweapn8312
    @rubyweapn8312 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I can’t help but notice. You never mentioned. In the winter in then north. In the middle of nowhere. About using snow and urinating in your coolant system. This is the number one thing i learned while driving in iowa winters. You blow your system. Snow and piss.

  • @tonyperez6978
    @tonyperez6978 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you for your videos!

  • @alansimpson8962
    @alansimpson8962 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I been using water in radiator for years in my buick

  • @briand.1694
    @briand.1694 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I drove from NY to FL in the early 90's in August with the windows open and the heater on the whole way to keep the engine from overheating due to a clogged radiator. Not a fun trip.

  • @Grow_Your_Food
    @Grow_Your_Food ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How do you know/test what kind of coolant is in the car? I have no idea what coolant the previous owner put in. FYI, I have a 2008 Lexus RX350. I was going to put in the Toyota pink coolant (as instructed by The Car Care Nut), but now I realize I should probably identify what is in the car currently first...

    • @Fire91ful
      @Fire91ful 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Or you can flush it out and put what you know it has

  • @brandonb88
    @brandonb88 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I only use water during Iowa winters

  • @-Tyreal_Awesome-112-
    @-Tyreal_Awesome-112- 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    U explain it nicely but we werent looking for battery powered cars ,only gasoline

  • @nythanorayvri
    @nythanorayvri 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Well detailed Scotty my all time mechanic TH-camr help us a lot.

  • @CAPTMAHI
    @CAPTMAHI 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    For every one pound of pressure you increase the boiling point by three degree's.

  • @neiltingzon
    @neiltingzon 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Why do I see scotty's hand waving in the air when listening to his voice?

    • @chrishardman2574
      @chrishardman2574 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      And he's not telling us about Toyota xD

  • @parasiteunit
    @parasiteunit หลายเดือนก่อน

    Had some interesting advice regarding water use - which kind of makes sense, but still I'd still prefer the genuine article....
    Anyway, IF HAVE TO use water - use deionised water, as it has nothing in it other that water, so not so much chance of nasty deposits.
    That said, this is still only used if you have no other choice in an emergency.

  • @santososornia5741
    @santososornia5741 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another awesome video!

  • @r4k10
    @r4k10 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great info Scotty!

  • @Lucifer_334
    @Lucifer_334 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you So Much Scotty My car always over heat in the Summer time to change that

    • @Mohapi_Tau
      @Mohapi_Tau 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's because you're lucifer

    • @Lucifer_334
      @Lucifer_334 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Mohapi_Tau Woah Epic😂

  • @victorgojocco1716
    @victorgojocco1716 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    THANK YOU SCOTTY!!😃

  • @charlesstuart1119
    @charlesstuart1119 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent video well done Scotty !

  • @UriyZ9mb8e
    @UriyZ9mb8e ปีที่แล้ว

    what a truly amazingly informative video. teaches everything you need to know about the basics of engine cooling, and was fun to watch, especially with all the music

  • @stephenrogers4537
    @stephenrogers4537 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good Tuesday evening to Scotty hope you and yours are doing well 🧰🙌👍🍺

  • @RexRaven22
    @RexRaven22 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video Scotty!

  • @archiethedog4515
    @archiethedog4515 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My Mazda CX-5 actually revs higher at a cold startup to warm up faster and retards the timing to more quickly warm up the catalytic converter.

    • @arkinazimet4123
      @arkinazimet4123 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      in cold start all cars rev high, and engine does not retard timing when cold start, actually it advances the timing !