How to Install Windshield Wiper Brakes

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  • Learn how to replace your windshield wiper brakes. If your wipers do not return to the correct position and stick up too far or if your wipers are making a squeaking noise, this video will help you solve your problem. I show you how to remove the windshield wipers, disassemble the wiper cowl, remove the wiper brake caliper and wiper rotor and replace the wiper brake pads.
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    0:00 Intro
    0:46 Three common symptoms of bad wiper brakes
    2:00 Tools and Products
    3:58 How to remove wiper blades
    5:03 Wiper brake replacement
    8:27 How to install wiper cowl
    8:47 How to install wiper blades
    8:55 Testing wiper blades
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  • @Shmee150
    @Shmee150 ปีที่แล้ว +8035

    Thanks for the advice Chris, wouldn't know where to start without you!

    • @munderscore1156
      @munderscore1156 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Hi Tim!

    • @DogeDragone
      @DogeDragone ปีที่แล้ว +10

      A wild Shmee appears

    • @ronweanysr
      @ronweanysr ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I caught the shmee Pokémon let’s go😂

    • @zachprillaman649
      @zachprillaman649 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      What an appearance 😂😂

    • @polarlicht4758
      @polarlicht4758 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Hope he replaced your wiper brakes as well!?

  • @wenghiskhan3084
    @wenghiskhan3084 ปีที่แล้ว +19155

    Solid work. While replacing my wiper brakes, I noticed my engine oil was a bit low so I ordered a longer dipstick. Very productive weekend.

    • @Elpigto
      @Elpigto ปีที่แล้ว +327

      😂

    • @rholbrook0587
      @rholbrook0587 ปีที่แล้ว +307

      @ChrisFix needs to show all of us how to do this soon! I can't wait to stop buying engine oil completely!

    • @duke1281
      @duke1281 ปีที่แล้ว +284

      I laughed waay to hard at this... it woke up my wife... thanks for that!... now she's pissed and gonna make me go do the dishes...😂😂🤣😂

    • @aqimjulayhi8798
      @aqimjulayhi8798 ปีที่แล้ว +79

      This is the funniest thing I’ve read all week. Hahahahaha

    • @white_zeddy
      @white_zeddy ปีที่แล้ว +74

      Nah it's all about short throw dipsticks

  • @BenG9C9
    @BenG9C9 ปีที่แล้ว +2329

    I remember helping my grandpa with a repair like this on his old Chrysler. Being built in the 1970s, it had drum brakes on the wipers.

    • @BruceCarbonLakeriver
      @BruceCarbonLakeriver ปีที่แล้ว +39

      LMAOOO XD

    • @hedaron3787
      @hedaron3787 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      😂

    • @friedfish4415
      @friedfish4415 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      Ahh yea, my old buddies Peterbilt had huge wiper brakes because it was was a semi truck

    • @fabidroidneo
      @fabidroidneo ปีที่แล้ว +20

      I think Disc Brakes wipers was an optional. And in some cars wipers Brakes are behind the dash so you can't see it

    • @verohandymike
      @verohandymike ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@fabidroidneo Yeah, on those you have to remove the entire dash, such a pain.

  • @nicholasmikula4186
    @nicholasmikula4186 ปีที่แล้ว +624

    I had NO idea wipers had brakes 😂 great job as always 👍

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  ปีที่แล้ว +100

      ;)

    • @zahimiibrahim3602
      @zahimiibrahim3602 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

      Me too! You're not alone.

    • @moshabbab
      @moshabbab 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

      I don't know why to use brakes for wiper
      Why not use some electronics like stepper motor or else. ?!!

    • @adyraj_01499
      @adyraj_01499 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      fr

    • @propcgaming4859
      @propcgaming4859 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      yeah man

  • @joeadrianmendoza
    @joeadrianmendoza 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +135

    Had to rewatch this video since there was not video today…Always replace my blades every April 1st..

  • @tavarish
    @tavarish ปีที่แล้ว +1464

    You don't want to know how much the carbon ceramic wiper brakes on my P1 cost!

    • @discoj7112
      @discoj7112 ปีที่แล้ว +119

      At least the blinker fluid was already topped up when you got it. One less thing to worry about!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  ปีที่แล้ว +183

      I cant even imagine!!! Hopefully they are not damaged from the hurricane and can be reused!

    • @Dangnilo
      @Dangnilo ปีที่แล้ว +7

      YOU should have shown up in this video, not that other.. person.

    • @BoskiM
      @BoskiM ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Nobody cares how much it costs 😅

    • @milk-it
      @milk-it ปีที่แล้ว +5

      That's gold 🤣

  • @markcollins457
    @markcollins457 ปีที่แล้ว +112

    I made the mistake of not using DOT 3.5 blinker fluid when bleeding my wiper breaks and we all know in NJ inspection stations they check for wear and fluid level. Thanks again Chris for keeping me off track!😊
    It's not like the old days when you had vacuum wipers when you pressed the gas pedal to the floor the wipers would just stop in the middle of the windshield.

    • @wheelteck
      @wheelteck ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Its very important to reminder
      Make sure machine the rotor!

    • @2Truth4Liberty
      @2Truth4Liberty 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Most will think you were joking.
      Yes, don't forget history or it might repeat :-0)

    • @ScroatBagGarage
      @ScroatBagGarage 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Don’t make the mistake of using amber signal fluid when you should have used red. My wife did that, had to drain and refill with correct color.

  • @darrynruzicka2883
    @darrynruzicka2883 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +43

    I boosted my wipers with a twin turbo kit for extreme performance. However, with that mod I had to go with very hard to find and VERY expensive drilled, slotted and double vented ceramic rotors to bring the wipers to a stop. Well worth the time and money!

  • @vooch496
    @vooch496 ปีที่แล้ว +663

    Keep in mind some older SUVs and trucks will use drums instead of calipers for the rear windshield wipers. Hope we can get a video on that soon!

    • @markmayfield2228
      @markmayfield2228 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      Unfortunately, they are hard to find nowadays. JC Whitney still has them.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  ปีที่แล้ว +107

      I am thinking I should do a wiper drum to disc conversion...

    • @TristanMaiolo
      @TristanMaiolo ปีที่แล้ว +1

      What about the exhaust brakes for the big rigs?

    • @chubbychicken5585
      @chubbychicken5585 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@@chrisfix what about doing a big brake upgrade for people who live in regions with lots of heavy rain??

    • @coriscotupi
      @coriscotupi 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      More modern ones will use caliper brakes on the rear window. Also, most use TWD - Three Wiper Drive.

  • @mtbmikex9
    @mtbmikex9 ปีที่แล้ว +1130

    As a mechanic I love how this guy puts in the effort to make these so believable.

    • @milesparris4045
      @milesparris4045 ปีที่แล้ว +98

      Making what believable? I just used this video as a how-to for my car. No more screeching wipers!

    • @openeyes-411
      @openeyes-411 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Zactly Mac! The guy is so thorough - but I do wonder how many takes he needs to not bust out laughing, lol

    • @benhartson
      @benhartson ปีที่แล้ว +31

      the packaging, the way the brakes fit onto the car, it looks so real.

    • @nickmartinez5644
      @nickmartinez5644 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Gets boxes made and all

    • @alwp_nova
      @alwp_nova ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Same lol

  • @valerieking5265
    @valerieking5265 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +32

    Since when do wipers have brakes??? I had to read the comments. Then, I notice someone talking about replacing the headlight blinker fluid and it all made sense. Great video!!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      Haha thanks!

  • @_IMNNO
    @_IMNNO 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    One year later, and I’m still returning to this video. This is still the most helpful guide out there.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Glad you find this video helpful!

  • @BoroBootBoy
    @BoroBootBoy ปีที่แล้ว +1811

    Took me a while to locate my brakes, but boy am i glad i found them! They were pretty well worn down! A replacement set is now on order. Thanks for this video!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  ปีที่แล้ว +143

      No problem! Glad the video was helpful. It’s overlooked and people don’t realize they are there until it’s raining and their wipers fail!

    • @moeeziqbal3619
      @moeeziqbal3619 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      I didn’t even knew there is something called “wiper brake”

    • @ssenssel
      @ssenssel ปีที่แล้ว +30

      The fact that he showed us in detail boxes of products that look really legit shows the dedication in educating the unwiped masses that the windshield wiper break scam is not a scam... it's real sheeple, wake up!

    • @Captain-Nostromo
      @Captain-Nostromo ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@moeeziqbal3619 Well you learn something new every day 🤓

    • @Saleh34186
      @Saleh34186 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@moeeziqbal3619 me too, and I think it’s not real it’s just April fool

  • @Lettuce-and-Tomatoes
    @Lettuce-and-Tomatoes ปีที่แล้ว +596

    I did this modification to the windshield wipers on my car this morning and I saw a 25 brake horsepower increase on the dyno this afternoon. Great video! Thanks, Chris!!!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  ปีที่แล้ว +52

      Nice work!

    • @Lettuce-and-Tomatoes
      @Lettuce-and-Tomatoes ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@chrisfix Thanks, mang!!! 💪🏻 That means a lot coming from a TH-cam legend like yourself. I’m going to hookup a NOS system to the washer fluid tank tomorrow to see if I can get another 15-20 BHP out of her.

    • @charliequaker5487
      @charliequaker5487 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@Lettuce-and-Tomatoesgood thing you got that extra 25 brake power to solve any issues with that!

    • @breakfast7595
      @breakfast7595 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Lettuce-and-Tomatoes plugging in your windshield wiper hose into the vacuum line also helps a lot. Keeps the engine cool

  • @hanszimmer2189
    @hanszimmer2189 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +47

    I am today years old to know that wipers have brakes

    • @InvictusCoaching
      @InvictusCoaching 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Just another April's fool joke dude

  • @Ammageddon89
    @Ammageddon89 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +25

    The effort in this is top of the line. Even custom printed cardboard boxes!

  • @turtlemaster680
    @turtlemaster680 ปีที่แล้ว +2264

    honestly just buy regular wiper brakes rather than slotted since they'll most likely last a lot longer and get more bang for your buck

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  ปีที่แล้ว +678

      Agreed for a street car but since this is a drift car, I decided to go with performance parts.

    • @Exitly
      @Exitly ปีที่แล้ว +80

      @@chrisfix them wiper brakes are the best performance mod. 😂

    • @churchgest
      @churchgest ปีที่แล้ว +18

      ​@@chrisfix need performance wipers for those Gs you're pulling on the track

    • @mikethebeast1012
      @mikethebeast1012 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Lol

    • @Marco49511
      @Marco49511 ปีที่แล้ว

      @chirsfix how often do these brakes last on your average car? Should I change my soon?

  • @andyeve8
    @andyeve8 ปีที่แล้ว +518

    Pure genius. I just installed a turbo on my washer jets. Works a treat.

    • @realMrVent
      @realMrVent ปีที่แล้ว +39

      I trust you redirected the blow-off valve airflow to dry the glass afterwards as well? ;)

    • @Justsomegamergamingandstuff
      @Justsomegamergamingandstuff ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@realMrVent that's genius, I gotta set that up!

    • @gilbertsbiogasexpertske1120
      @gilbertsbiogasexpertske1120 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      to be honest he is gonna come up with intercoolers for your headlights🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @needude7218
      @needude7218 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      ​@@gilbertsbiogasexpertske1120You say that as a joke, but the current racing Hypercars actually do have coolers for the electronics behind the headlights.

    • @andyeve8
      @andyeve8 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @MrVent absolutely. 🙂. Add a little Party blower too. For added sound effects.

  • @gextreme2381
    @gextreme2381 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Good one! Finally someone made a repair video for all the simpletons that don't know how to do it. Such an easy repair, but the parts are sometimes difficult to locate. Don't forget to also check your muffler bearings. Probably also a good time to put summer air your tires as well.

  • @paulcvdh
    @paulcvdh ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I recently bought a 2005 Tacoma. Mechanically everything checked out! Unfortunately, I didn’t realize after the purchase how badly rusted my wiper brakes and calipers were totally rusted out! I heard Toyota had a recall/class action suit on these but I guess the original owner never got the notice. Anyways, the dealer is replacing mine. So glad to find out now that I can do this job on my own. Thank you Chris!

  • @liamgallagher7842
    @liamgallagher7842 ปีที่แล้ว +120

    I installed dual caliper Brembo wiper brakes just last week, huge upgrade in performance.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  ปีที่แล้ว +11

      The upgrade is worth it. The Brembo wiper brake calipers are expensive tho!

    • @ObliviousPsycho
      @ObliviousPsycho ปีที่แล้ว +2

      huh? bro you joining some kind of wiper race?

    • @windows6.0
      @windows6.0 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@chrisfix Good thing there are cheaper options!

  • @Samcrac
    @Samcrac ปีที่แล้ว +171

    My car came with Carbon Ceramic Wiper Brakes, the dealer wanted $15,000 for replacements!

    • @flagmichael
      @flagmichael ปีที่แล้ว +4

      That's outrageous! Even the titanium disks are not that expensive. Almost, but not quite.

    • @kenweller2032
      @kenweller2032 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      NEVER rely on a dealer for those. Perfectly good aftermarket Carbon Ceramic Wiper Brakes can be had for around 5K. Just shop around.

    • @Akotski-ys9rr
      @Akotski-ys9rr ปีที่แล้ว

      What’s up Samcrac

    • @altairtodescatto
      @altairtodescatto ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They do really try to rip people off, gotta say, You can get factory quality or even better for half that

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  ปีที่แล้ว +9

      What?! That’s way expensive even for carbon ceramic wiper rotors. I’d go aftermarket then.

  • @ashonlyash4076
    @ashonlyash4076 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    How to install ABS in windshield wipers breaking system??

  • @jb678901
    @jb678901 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I immediately ordered an OEM kit (incl. the ceramic disks, calipers, pads) for my Ferrari. They were on special and only cost me $4K at the dealer. Got lucky! Thanks Chris for this important video!

  • @richardsvacuumcenter
    @richardsvacuumcenter ปีที่แล้ว +608

    I had this done to my vehicle right around the time I had a prescription windshield installed. Those two repairs has made my driving experience so much better!

    • @styldsteel1
      @styldsteel1 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Now your comment has me in stitches. BTW, prescription windshields are a terrific anti theft😂😂😂

    • @jimmysigman
      @jimmysigman ปีที่แล้ว

      I KNEW IF I SEARCHED THE INTERNET LONG ENOUGH I'D FIND MR. MAGOO! I see your using a pseudonym. 😉 Don't worry I won't blow your cover.

    • @Ksweetpea
      @Ksweetpea ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Oh man, prescription windshield!

    • @mikerisner
      @mikerisner ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I was hoping Rx Windshields would be covered by my health insurance, but nope. 😡

    • @styldsteel1
      @styldsteel1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@mikerisner blasted insurance companies! Bums.🤣

  • @romanbdk6952
    @romanbdk6952 ปีที่แล้ว +1310

    The amount of effort that went into this video is simply amazing.

    • @jarrodsargent5818
      @jarrodsargent5818 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      It almost had me questioning whether there was wiper brakes if there weren't silly things like performance brakes I would have had to google it

    • @xcodename11
      @xcodename11 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@jarrodsargent5818 Except there's no way that barcode would've been 123456789012 :D

  • @wildfire6820
    @wildfire6820 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This is on a whole other level of dedication and comedy😂 I love hearing him hold back laughter occasionally

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol thank you!

  • @TheJimmyhughes7
    @TheJimmyhughes7 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I wish I would have found this video sooner! It would have helped me tremendously when I upgraded my old stock wiper motor brakes system for the Brembo kit. Bleeding them was a bit tricky without help from a well trained friend. Be sure to top off your windshield wiper brake system reservoir while you are in there. I almost forgot. The reservoir in most vehicles is either next to or directly behind the blinker and flasher fluid reservoirs.

  • @couch1596
    @couch1596 ปีที่แล้ว +334

    I think it’s also important to note, is that running your windshield wipers when it’s dry out can cause the rotors to possibly warp. Great video and informative as always, thanks Chris.

    • @dawhoda1
      @dawhoda1 ปีที่แล้ว

      I just turned mine yesterday at SnapCo Auto, they they included Water Bearing Lube this time👍

  • @dominikrohel2546
    @dominikrohel2546 ปีที่แล้ว +705

    Just a quick tip, from my experience, since these are linked to the brake system, you can help the wipers stop by pressing the brake pedal each time they reach the A pillar. That way, you won’t scratch your paint and it will give you a few months to get a replacement!

    • @justinguarino201
      @justinguarino201 ปีที่แล้ว +58

      Just brake check everyone lol

    • @Havixx0
      @Havixx0 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I suggest pouring some wiper fluid on the wiper breaks to significantly improve how long they last

    • @MickayG
      @MickayG ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Havixx0 An industry secret is using blinker fluid... you'll get 50% more life out of them.

    • @tonijohnson09
      @tonijohnson09 ปีที่แล้ว

      😂😂😂😂

    • @Funnykid26
      @Funnykid26 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Havixx0 it may seem counter intuitive but ive found blinker fluid works way better then wiper here

  • @niratsirackod1
    @niratsirackod1 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I just got a car. (My grandfather got himself a new one so he gave me the old one) And I decided that I would fix everything bad with the car that he always wanted to fix but couldn’t. I started watching your videos and now some stuff are really useful. Like the old ceramic coating video you made. I did what you did in this video with my brother and now the cars wiper blades last longer. I had to get them changed every three months. And they look a lot better than how they wiped three days after the last change.

  • @GummiSammi
    @GummiSammi 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is the only channel that properly show you how to do this simple but important maintenance. Now my Prius hold ludicrous speed way more stable and can even go plaid.

  • @maxfindlater6145
    @maxfindlater6145 ปีที่แล้ว +341

    Always a treat seeing what Chris posts on April 1st!

    • @MrRMT1986
      @MrRMT1986 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Damn. He got me!

    • @beantown_billy2405
      @beantown_billy2405 ปีที่แล้ว

      1 out of 365 youtube videos is posted on that date. Not sure the significance of your comment.

    • @tedcox3586
      @tedcox3586 ปีที่แล้ว

      I was googling wiper brakes...how did I not know about this badly needed maintenance iten...😂

  • @falxonPSN
    @falxonPSN ปีที่แล้ว +780

    The level of work you did to prepare for this video is impressive. I just showed this to my wife, and we agreed I would work on her wiper brakes later today. I told her it will probably take me longer than Chris, so she promised to make me a nice dinner in exchange.

    • @thomasharris5151
      @thomasharris5151 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      She should be making you good dinners everyday anyway!

    • @JwilliamsAssociates
      @JwilliamsAssociates ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @chimney6046yeah making sure her man is taken care of women on average have much much much much less demanding jobs

    • @my3dviews
      @my3dviews ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @Chimney Why would a woman want or need a job? 🤔

    • @amogus1981
      @amogus1981 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@my3dviews to make money? lol

    • @DorianTMChannel
      @DorianTMChannel 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      @@my3dviews unfortunately in this economy it's necessary a lot of times for a household to have at least 2 incomes.

  • @bobwiley6221
    @bobwiley6221 ปีที่แล้ว

    The NRS wiper brake kits are the best you can get. After replacing mine the screeching went away and they always park where they should. I just saw your video on the difference between summer air and winter air in the tires and I'm about to change to the summer air. Wish me luck it looks like a pretty good project.

  • @zigmogcreator
    @zigmogcreator 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video. I just finished changing my windshield wiper brakes with your expert advice. Now i have one more annual repair left to take care of. I just need to change my muffler bearings and grease my radiator cap.

  • @mundanestuff
    @mundanestuff ปีที่แล้ว +488

    Nothing less than 100% commitment here. You can tell Chris is a man of integrity. Also, no time like now to change your blinker fluid, there's a video in here from around the same time of year showing that process.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  ปีที่แล้ว +41

      Haha thank you! Every video will always be 110% commitment!

    • @fhqwgib
      @fhqwgib ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Make sure you get the correct season of headlight fluid for your location. No one wants their head lights boiling over or freezing in the middle of a cruise

    • @lukeclarke1068
      @lukeclarke1068 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Literally came up as recommendation after watching this video

    • @cest7343
      @cest7343 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Please be extra careful when replacing blinker fluid, if it gets in your eye you might end up blinking for hours on end! Don't ask how i know...

    • @jasonwheelock4274
      @jasonwheelock4274 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      dont forget, remember to replace your piston return springs

  • @jamesfair9751
    @jamesfair9751 ปีที่แล้ว +355

    I love how you never fail to come with how to vids that no one else will tell you about. Cause of you I was able to change my blinker fluid wiper brakes muffler bearings and piston return springs. Thanks for all the time and money saving videos!!!

    • @marke.1021
      @marke.1021 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hard to beat that blinker fluid one of years ago- but good try here!

    • @TwoFeatherChannel
      @TwoFeatherChannel ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Where can I buy a stronger than stock piston return springs my engine is running a little sluggish lately

    • @richardtaylor9798
      @richardtaylor9798 ปีที่แล้ว

      Now that it is officially spring be sure to remove the winter air in your tires (don’t forget the spare) and refill with fresh spring air!😂😂

    • @me7229
      @me7229 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Piston return spring! Lol. There’s a TH-camr that actually tried that. Lol

    • @TwoFeatherChannel
      @TwoFeatherChannel ปีที่แล้ว

      @@me7229 Return Spring, you missed the joke. Spring sends it back to the upstroke. Ring doesn’t

  • @JoeG93
    @JoeG93 ปีที่แล้ว

    My friend told me to put some blue def exhaust fluid into my muffler to make it quieter, think I’ll replace my wiper brakes too while I’m at it! Thanks, Chris! 🤙🏽

  • @jeremygeorgia4943
    @jeremygeorgia4943 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I initially had an odd & uncanny feeling about this, but I was reassured, when I saw the 3D printed calipers. When I saw the link to blinker fluid, I knew I could put complete confidence in the sound advice given in the video.

  • @kedo
    @kedo ปีที่แล้ว +441

    The amount of time that went into putting this all together I respect a lot

  • @barch90
    @barch90 ปีที่แล้ว +160

    Great job as always! I suggest to check the wiper brakes at least once a year, every 1st of April :)

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Good tip!

  • @sithsiri
    @sithsiri ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thanks for the great video Chris! I was having this same problem with my mom’s new car, and this video helped us save a trip to the dealer!

  • @williamsnyder1205
    @williamsnyder1205 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Chris, thanks for this video i went out to check my wiper brakes and found out that they were never installed, luckily i had an old bicycle that had disk brakes, it took some work but i got them installed on my car, again thanks!!!

  • @jackevans2708
    @jackevans2708 ปีที่แล้ว +447

    I admire the amount of effort put into a video like this. Even down to designing and creating custom parts to make it look even more real!

    • @kevincinnamontoast3669
      @kevincinnamontoast3669 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Huh?

    • @raterman4624
      @raterman4624 ปีที่แล้ว +75

      someone has never changed their wiper brakes and it shows.

    • @Dazza-gp6we
      @Dazza-gp6we ปีที่แล้ว +9

      It is real, what do you mean?

    • @themaskedmusician4846
      @themaskedmusician4846 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Yeah Fr when I first saw this I was like what the heck and then I realized what day it was lol

    • @ZacharyFriesen
      @ZacharyFriesen ปีที่แล้ว +5

      The boxes for the brake kits are what really impressed me!

  • @thellamamotorsports
    @thellamamotorsports ปีที่แล้ว +227

    Omg, Chris really took this video to the next level, the amount of work and quality put into a fun video like this just shows how dedicated Chris is to youtube and his audience.

    • @beantown_billy2405
      @beantown_billy2405 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Car maintenance is an important topic

    • @flagmichael
      @flagmichael ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@beantown_billy2405 We must avoid silliness.

    • @scoobsshrooms109
      @scoobsshrooms109 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      What fun video? This is a real maintenance video, you gotta replace them every 3000 miles just like your oil.

  • @surendragupta4773
    @surendragupta4773 ปีที่แล้ว

    Holy cow! 😂😂 I lost it when I saw wiper blades. First, Blinker Fluid, and now this?!?! Lol!!!! What a great wrap up for a long day. Thanks, man.

  • @sensiblewheels
    @sensiblewheels 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Rewatching this for 2024 ❤ No worries Chris! We know a lot of cool stuff is coming up!

  • @b-horu7452
    @b-horu7452 ปีที่แล้ว +259

    Pro tip: When servicing pneumatic wiper brakes be sure to apply a thin layer of D.O.T Fluid to the wiper blades and winshield surface area to ensure no contamination arises from the old air.

    • @KiCkiN828
      @KiCkiN828 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      Old air and windshield friction will erode a wiper faster than anything. Good tip

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  ปีที่แล้ว +30

      Thanks for the tip!

    • @debunkthejunk1
      @debunkthejunk1 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Don't forget you can't mix DOT 4 and DOT 5

    • @Justsomegamergamingandstuff
      @Justsomegamergamingandstuff ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@debunkthejunk1 I tried that, and my wipers just melted straight through my windshield

    • @debunkthejunk1
      @debunkthejunk1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Justsomegamergamingandstuff Sounds like you're not getting cooling to the rotors. Check you blinker fluid level and look for leaks in the line.

  • @EJTechandDIY
    @EJTechandDIY ปีที่แล้ว +375

    I can finally brake and clean my windshield at the same time, thank you just what I was looking for.

    • @Asad-2166
      @Asad-2166 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      😂😂😂😂

    • @user-tefnobi
      @user-tefnobi ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @DontReadMyProfilePhoto_3 okay

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  ปีที่แล้ว +28

      Glad the video was helpful

    • @davidkrocks
      @davidkrocks ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Just a heads-up to you all, you don't need slotted or drilled windshield wiper brake rotors. Standard ones will last longer and won't risk having the rotors cracks. Ask me how I know, 😂

    • @RetroGamerOG_
      @RetroGamerOG_ ปีที่แล้ว

      @@chrisfix was this real?🧐

  • @virgilemarro7643
    @virgilemarro7643 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you so much for doing this video. I really needed that to live on. My wiper blades were really sad and now they feel a lot happier. Thank you man

  • @crusinscamp
    @crusinscamp 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Being an old phart, I didn't get to this video until December. You youngsters have it so easy. Back in my day wipers used drum brakes. No pad slap on those drum brakes, you really had to fiddle with them to get them right. My '68 International Harvester Scout had vacuum driven wipers and it was a real pip to get right.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I always convert the drums to discs. Drum wiper brakes are a pain!

  • @FrumpyFriend39
    @FrumpyFriend39 ปีที่แล้ว +68

    This video was a life saver! My mechanic told me it would be $2500 to do this job! Thank you so much for saving me so much money

  • @rexlanv
    @rexlanv ปีที่แล้ว +280

    I've had my car for ten years and didn't know I needed to do this service! Thanks! You're a lifesaver.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  ปีที่แล้ว +57

      Glad to help

    • @thepretzelball
      @thepretzelball ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@chrisfix Commenting in replies as to not give it away, I honestly believed you up until 2:46 when I realized it was a joke... good one.

  • @dalehenderson8991
    @dalehenderson8991 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I followed your instructions and replaced mine. Easy! I also greased my muffler bearings and refilled my blinker fluid.

  • @poolhalljunky
    @poolhalljunky 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I immediately read the title, opened the video and pressed like button before even watching the video lol. Knew it was gonna be the best wiper brake replacement video ever! 😂

  • @errorsk2188
    @errorsk2188 ปีที่แล้ว +70

    He created a whole set of symptoms for a made up problem. He designed super believable packaging. He made up words for parts that do not exist, he made an in depth video on servicing the contraption. This is unbelievably believable. Well done as always.

    • @dwightfulcher3870
      @dwightfulcher3870 ปีที่แล้ว

      Very creative. 😂

    • @lrs3
      @lrs3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      What do you mean a “made up problem”? It’s a very serious issue.

  • @wellfulgoodness8211
    @wellfulgoodness8211 ปีที่แล้ว +254

    This is a great video by Chris. I'm a master technician of 25 years. I had a customer last week saying that their wipers were clapping the windshield when the wipers moves back into the resting position, even with new wipers. Come to find out that the wiper rotors were warped. I changed them and the wipers were back to normal. And I also replaced their blinker fluid with a new type of liquid with reflective particles to make their blinkers more bright. They were very satisfied.

    • @oznetyoutube125
      @oznetyoutube125 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      Synthetic Blinker Fluid is the best. its rated for 10,000 blinks between changes.

    • @Samanthaarteno
      @Samanthaarteno ปีที่แล้ว +4

      please tell me you didn't forget to replace the muffler barrings did you? it's recommended to get them changed out every time you fill up with gas. but only on fill ups. if you just get a few bucks wprth at a time then they'll last forever.

    • @ahmadnabil1665
      @ahmadnabil1665 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      can i use brake fluid on my blinker?

    • @ahmadnabil1665
      @ahmadnabil1665 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@oznetyoutube12540-50 ?

  • @Atlas.X9X
    @Atlas.X9X 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Nicely done. I'm impressed with the level of detail on this video. Definitely subscribing. I found this video while searching for a how to replace the wiper drums and shoes on my '51 Merc.

  • @atomiklam
    @atomiklam 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    I've been working on my own cars for a couple decades, but I had no clue wiper brakes were a thing. Crazy!

  • @jordanweaver3039
    @jordanweaver3039 ปีที่แล้ว +266

    The detail. You put so much effort into this. You bring joy to the world of car enthusiasts. Thanks Chris 😊

  • @luketmarx
    @luketmarx ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Unfortunately, my car is older, so I have the drum style wiper brakes. I’m wondering when you were going to come out with a video of those? Great content, as always!

  • @19ghost73
    @19ghost73 ปีที่แล้ว

    That's just an insanely high level ... en par with the blinker fluid replacement. You created more than a meme with this content - congrats!

  • @flank84
    @flank84 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My car runs great after replacing my piston return springs, blinker fluid, and wiper brakes. Thank you Chris Fix. My 1812 Maserati Ford Cessna 151 runs like it just rolled off the factory floor.

  • @BOYinFIELD
    @BOYinFIELD ปีที่แล้ว +200

    You got to love the mount of time and quality that Chris puts into these videos!! Thanks Chris!!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  ปีที่แล้ว +24

      I’m always gonna put 110% for you guys!

    • @D0rifto
      @D0rifto ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ​@@chrisfix ♥️

    • @flagmichael
      @flagmichael ปีที่แล้ว

      @@chrisfix 9.48 million subscribers... We are all waiting for the ten million bash! It seems like yesterday you surpassed Top Gear (a great channel in their own right) and now you are nearly a million ahead of them.

  • @madern7
    @madern7 ปีที่แล้ว +168

    I actually opted for the carbon ceramic version. Can’t wait to do the retrofit. I’m combining it with gold brake lines actually. Thanks for the guide!

    • @MAxAMILLIoN757
      @MAxAMILLIoN757 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Just switched over to pneumatic brakes, working great. Brake pedal is much softer and more comfortable now, would recommend!

    • @madern7
      @madern7 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MAxAMILLIoN757 I hate the scraping sound in the morning though ...

  • @whitecracker3013
    @whitecracker3013 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I’m new to the car scene and learned a lot by watching your vids and researching the past 3 weeks. Got me with your dust boots and didn’t even know what a cowl was🗿

  • @kirkjohnson6638
    @kirkjohnson6638 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I'm pretty sure your creative talent is needed in Hollywood. This was better than any big screen movie of the past decade. Thanks for the laughs! 😂😂😂

  • @Makitaization
    @Makitaization ปีที่แล้ว +110

    The amount of time, energy and materials you put in this is mind blowing! 👍👍

    • @johnh4957
      @johnh4957 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I save April 1st for all these essential maintenance tasks, can you make a video on how to empty the deep chasm, seems I didn't use a towel and have lost a menagerie down there!

  • @antazur3983
    @antazur3983 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    I'm actually amazed by the level of details you went through, 100% worth it.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Thank you. Took a lot of work to find the parts and even fabricate parts haha.

    • @flagmichael
      @flagmichael ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@chrisfix You fabricated them? [lip trembling...]

  • @DeezNuts-
    @DeezNuts- ปีที่แล้ว

    I was doing this same repair yesterday and noticed that A/C blowoff valve was stuck off, so im looking forward to your video on how to replace it!

  • @EricResells
    @EricResells 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    WOW! Learned something completely new today! I thought this was a joke at first like blinker fluid. BUT wow actual brakes for your wipers. I had no clue this was a thing…

  • @grob25
    @grob25 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    The level of detail and the commitment to this video is astounding. Well done Sir! My wife was in hysterics. (she was a mechanic in the Army)

    • @Utubeutu
      @Utubeutu ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lucky you

  • @thefallen9562
    @thefallen9562 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    It's one of the two most overlooked car issues along with bad blinker fluid. Finally someone made a video about it! Thank you Chris 😊😊

  • @spikymikie
    @spikymikie 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great advice. I just installed a set of drag racing wiper rotors. Saved a good 3 ounces of weight.

  • @zudemaster
    @zudemaster 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I've been looking all over TH-cam for a video on this. I'm glad I found yours it really helped me out

  • @XCNT
    @XCNT ปีที่แล้ว +96

    Wish you uploaded this yesterday, was struggling big time replacing mine, but with your tips and tricks I now see it as a easy 5 min job!!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  ปีที่แล้ว +13

      I’m glad the video helped! I had to get this out as quickly as possible but the videos take a while to film so today was when it had to go up unfortunately.

  • @yzstormer
    @yzstormer ปีที่แล้ว +123

    It surprises me on how much work and effort you put in even for "these" shorter videos! Keep up your work, Chris!
    This video will certainly be helpful when I get my car.

  • @survidmt
    @survidmt 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What a twist on a theme, I needed this repair video, got tools but lacked the experience to just try it, given it's a safety device for a safety device.

  • @hellhound1585
    @hellhound1585 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Didn’t even know wipers had brakes i thought it was a hydraulic system man I’m glad I’m subbed to Chris fix learning more about my car with each upload lol

  • @jayrobslosho2013
    @jayrobslosho2013 ปีที่แล้ว +71

    Finally got my transparent windshield ordered today. I will definitely be doing the wiper brakes during the install thanks Chris!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Glad I could help

    • @vanilla5749
      @vanilla5749 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@chrisfix common w

  • @KevinOMalleyisonlysmallreally
    @KevinOMalleyisonlysmallreally ปีที่แล้ว +339

    The attention to detail is really impressive here. I've tried to follow multiple tutorials to do this (I don't do it often enough, like lots of us I'm sure) and this is the best one I've seen. The best on youtube most likely.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Thanks!

    • @RichardSmith-rh8wg
      @RichardSmith-rh8wg ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah man Chris is the only one on TH-cam who really ever makes videos on this‼️‼️‼️
      So strange …………

  • @GalaxyRCG
    @GalaxyRCG ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Been using your Code a lot at Advance Auto thank you so much 🤗 I would be Lost without your videos I always recommend your channel to everyone I come across trying to fix their vehicles

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Im glad the code helps! It helps me so I am glad it still works haha!!!! I think they changed it to just "ChrisFix" now.

  • @slumerican-made-1986
    @slumerican-made-1986 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wiper brakes and blinker fluid are a must change regularly!! Thanks chris fix for saving the day!

  • @InsideOutPorkChop
    @InsideOutPorkChop ปีที่แล้ว +98

    What would I do without this guy, first the bathroom faucet, and now wiper brakes. He really does fix everything!

    • @Tylnorton
      @Tylnorton ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Don't forget those Piston Return springs. Those are more critical.

    • @Tech_481
      @Tech_481 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Also don't forget the exhaust bearings! Mine just went bad a couple weeks ago and it's making one hell of a rattle

  • @karljolley8346
    @karljolley8346 ปีที่แล้ว +85

    looking forward to this every year; blinker fluid, piston springs, Really impressive how you even got the box printed up. Top notch stuff.

    • @JrRRr1976
      @JrRRr1976 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Bar-code was revealing though..

    • @marvinmitchell966
      @marvinmitchell966 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I saved A TON of cash by having the rotors turned and the pads rebuilt rather than buying all new !

    • @seatac9365
      @seatac9365 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Don't forget to check the muffler bearing!

    • @Tyler_l3166
      @Tyler_l3166 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I remember actually falling for his summer and winter air video

  • @johnuhelski8613
    @johnuhelski8613 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dang man , all these years I have been turning wrenches , I have NEVER changed my wiper brake pads , thanks for the great vid !!

  • @Alakay77
    @Alakay77 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks so much! My engine has been overheating and I kept hearing knocking noises when accelerating, so I thought I'd try this. Drives like a dream now!

  • @BlueOvals24
    @BlueOvals24 ปีที่แล้ว +494

    It is such a simple repair, and I think that's why not a whole lot of people cover it on YT. Even my auto instructor from HS didn't go much in depth on this repair. So glad Chris finally made a video, can't tell you how many cars I've had to sell just because I didn't know how to fix the wiper brakes.

    • @junkyardracing289
      @junkyardracing289 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Is this real

    • @BlueOvals24
      @BlueOvals24 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      @@junkyardracing289 As real as blinker fluid, piston return springs, and muffler bearings.

    • @lilpisser124
      @lilpisser124 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@BlueOvals24 How do I replace my muffler bearings my car is violently screeching near the muffler

    • @BlueOvals24
      @BlueOvals24 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @Rose GregorYT Chrisfix made a video on that a few years ago, he explains it way better than I ever could.

    • @Collector123k
      @Collector123k ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@junkyardracing289 April Fools video (upload date 1. of april)

  • @brandonhnunez8985
    @brandonhnunez8985 ปีที่แล้ว +490

    If I didn’t know any better, I would have thought this was real😭great work and dedication Chris, thank you for the years of help you have given us!!!

    • @girrrrrrr2
      @girrrrrrr2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      The comments make it so much better. Imagine if you didn't know, and you checked the comments and everyone's going along with it.
      Honestly I'd be looking online for parts for mine.

    • @brandonhnunez8985
      @brandonhnunez8985 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@girrrrrrr2 I would start doing a ton of research and see if it would be time to replace mine too💀💀

    • @mikekasich836
      @mikekasich836 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Where did he get those brakes though? Is it from like a little remote control car or something?

    • @girrrrrrr2
      @girrrrrrr2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@mikekasich836 Yeah probably.

    • @thomaschirila6372
      @thomaschirila6372 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Thank you for letting me know it wasn't real lol. I had no clue!

  • @ppwithaweewee9403
    @ppwithaweewee9403 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My man did so much work and put so much for effort for a shitpost that would confuse some mom AND still likes the comments. A true legend for our time.

  • @pedrothemexican10
    @pedrothemexican10 ปีที่แล้ว

    At first I thought this was a goof video, I'm glad I watched it through to the end. Thanks for the helpful tips!

  • @ifoundmytv
    @ifoundmytv ปีที่แล้ว +47

    The previous owner of my car lived on and only ever drove on a highway so he never went below 85mph. He deleted the brakes and I had no idea how to add them again! You've saved not only my life but everyone's around me when I'm driving! Thank you!

    • @blackcarmafia
      @blackcarmafia ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@@mrputin4889driftoo with handbrakooo, not wiper brakoo

  • @isaacsjl
    @isaacsjl ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Got a full service in one day. Changed my piston return springs, blinker fluid, muffler bearing and my wiper brakes. Thank you ChrisFix!

    • @Seif_Morsi
      @Seif_Morsi ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Don't forget basic maintenance, mainly changing the winter air in the tires to summer air

    • @jimmypickle6343
      @jimmypickle6343 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You forgot to add a can of compression

  • @RussMeister70
    @RussMeister70 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You almost had me. I mean this looked legit a lot of work in this video. But i went to google just to confirn you were full of it lol. Nicely done

  • @bwaldo1
    @bwaldo1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for posting this, I had no idea this was even a thing. I've got a couple cars that likely need this repair

  • @mark.esposito
    @mark.esposito ปีที่แล้ว +38

    I just did this job myself, I used the wipers so much during recent winter weather that I warped the rotors. Thanks for bringing this issue up, most don’t know how important these are!

  • @JuanSuasto
    @JuanSuasto ปีที่แล้ว +116

    Thank you for the amazing video; it worked great, and when I finished the brake job, I also changed my tires from the old winter air to the new Spring fresh air. Thank you for keeping us well-informed. Tomorrow the alternator will get a fluid change because I have over 5000 miles on that fluid.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Nice work!

    • @Maserati7200
      @Maserati7200 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Some Maybachs actually have water cooled alternators, lol.

  • @robertwillemsen368
    @robertwillemsen368 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanx Chris. This reminda me that i still have to refresh my blinker fluid, and piston return springs this weekend

  • @logangabrielsen2875
    @logangabrielsen2875 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I got a 1970s VW beetle and you've helped out a ton with the restoration process. Thanks!