'13 Chevy Malibu - The Hunt For The Green Crusties
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 15 ต.ค. 2024
- In this video I bring you along and you can watch as I almost make a mistake by making an assumption. The EVAP vent valve on this vehicle is difficult to get to as well as the bulkhead connector in the rear of the vehicle. I almost skipped some testing because.... well just because. Then I remembered to practice what you preach. Test don't guess. Good thing I did too 😉
-Enjoy!
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Customer Ok'd the "correct repair" and I ordered the new wire lead from GM and will have the car the way it should be the first part of the week when the part shows up. They are driving it in the mean time as is. Thanks for watching!
-Eric O.
Doing it right. That's who you are Eric O. Not many left that would do that. But Thanks for the video.
Excellent work 👍
I very much wish that there was a mechanic near me that had the "do it right" attitude. Most shops would have just put it back together and said done. Nice job.
Smart customer
@@richardl4556 the problem is, most customers would shit the bed at the cost of "do it right" repairs, wanting do it right service at do a bodge prices.
There’s absolutely nothing better than an honest car repair tech.
An honest used car salesman😅
@@ApertureAppliedScience rocking horse s***
Nothing more rare either!
@@sweetwilliam49 “We got the gently used 93 Accord with 410,000 miles but thems highway miles certified pre-owned”
Looking for an "honest car repair tech" is like looking for a dodo bird.
Test NOT Guess is a great motto….plus you sleep better knowing you did it right!
Any run of the mill tech would call it fixed, get the cash, and never think about it again !!!! A SUPER TECH ASE Certified PRNY Avoca mechanic would not sleep well, talk in their sleep, and have wiring nightmares till this problem was fixed correctly !!!!! Do you see the difference and agree with the reasoning ??? People in the know, always go - to SMA !!!!!!! Well done, Eric !!! You make all of us PROUD of you !!!!!! 😄😝😺💯👍👍👍
Another instance of Eric's honesty shining through. A rare commodity amongs car repair techs.
That would make Ivan proud... "No parts required repair."
Your a good man, she picked the the right man to do the job.
I hope your customers realize how lucky they are to have an honest and skilled person to deal with.
I love how you can sniff out the green crusties. Great job.
“Hallelujah we don’t have to drop the gas tank and we can talk like this” 😂
You had me laughing at that, because I do the same thing and start singing what I’m thinking when a project takes a turn for the better. Love this channel.
Here in England, we are known for our bad weather, but it would be extremely rare to see a 2013 car with so much corrosion. It is amazing how cars rust so quickly in your neck of the woods.
Salt on roads
Tons of salt on roads that no one washes off
Everything built in the US is garbage now, planned obsolescence.
yeah i live in MN another cold weather state and they don't rot nearly that fast. 2013 is pretty new still with lots of years left
In Wisconsin in recent years they've taken to spraying a salt solution onto dry roads if there's even a hint of snow in the forecast. I think this is the killer & it's what they do in New York. You get 10x as many salt days as snow days, and the dry dust blows into every nook & cranny.
You have a sixth sense for electrical troubleshooting. I don't think your skills can be taught. It's a gift. I'm always impressed.
I've worked on cars pretty much my whole life. Wiring problems are my weakest link. I'm so impressed to watch how you investigate and find the problem. My absolute favorite ones are other shops can't find the fix. Keep up the good fight as cars keep getting more and more complex.
Electrical repairs on cars are very similar to hardwired, remote device-to-central control panel stationary electrical/electronic systems. You use similar diagnostic methodologies and can have similar issues finding wiring faults. (Green crusties on a file alarm device inside a heat detector's connectors inside a bathroom where'd they'd never opened a window during showers and never found during prior inspections this after going above the ceiling to find the fault. 🤡)
Ya me too.. the in-laws and, some of my friends found out i wrench on my own vehicles, now they all bug me to fix their cars because i don’t charging them 😂.. if they bring me a vehicle that has electrical issues that are more complex than a fuse, relay, or sensor.. i tell them to bring it to a mechanic
Great job. Your insistence on proving the fault, saved you a load of work and the customer a large some of money.
Exactly why I watch your channel.
Eric, I enjoy watching your diagnosis on wiring problems. By using your methods, I was able to find and repair a problem with my rear turn signals on my 2012 Colorado, but at my age and not having a garage to work in, I just replaced the wire between the fuse box and the BCM. This old body just can't get in the positions and contortions that I used to when I was working. Thanks again for sharing your knowledge and methods.
I *knew*, I just knew, that Eric O could NOT do this kind of repair. I have been watching SMA videos since Trinity "auditioned" for kindergarten, eight years ago. There is just no way he could leave it at that.
You know me well
Hello Eric! you love the green crusties! You have a uncanny ability to find them and fix them!
That is fucking awesome. Confirms the diagnosis, and finds the real minor issue.
Eric - Love your honesty and integrity. Well done, sir. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Of course, the one time you don't have to drop the tank, it comes in empty. You know damn well if it was full, the problem would be above the tank. You need an easy one once in a while. Love the vids, keep them coming.
It’s always nice when you find out you don’t have to do something like drop a fuel tank
You saved the customer a lot of money by not pulling the tank out Eric. Nicely done smelling the green crusties.
GM Tech here. Ive picked up a few things watching your electronic diagnosis work. Nice to know theres competent repair technicians out there. Keep up the good work!
Wow 792k and growing. Means Your vehicle repairs on all types of vehicles is very very useful. The trouble shooting is well done. I know it can be tiring but hey you're making it happen.
A diligent, honest, talented man! Inspirational.
You did a great job ,way better than most other repair shops !
The crusties, the crappy wire wraps, the use of A/C twist tighten wire connector, and on and on!
Good one Mr. O!
Hey Mr. O. I just want to thank you for your work. It has bought a world of revelations for me working in the industry of how to not over think. And pointing out ways to find the problems at hand. You have helped in ways I can not express. You not only helped me but my colleagues as well. Sharing the love so to speak. Again.....Thank You. Dan Wiley
Thanks for the comment Dan 👍
This is a man who listens to his wife.”Honey, use my TH-cam only.”😊
Nice Barry Gibbs impression.
Thanks Mr. O.
a true honest pro at work. 👍
can't wait for the video of the black Prius in the car park.
keep up the good work.👌
It just needed a new taillight was all
Atleast the customer can use the vehicle while waiting for the wire to show up always nice not to have to do more work for a repair when there is a work around good video Eric O @South Main Auto Repair LLC
I really enjoy your videos when I'm killing time,,thanks for sharing them. I respect your talent on diagnostics and getting the job done properly each and every time.
It's Chevrolet weekend at SMA!
Another fun one!
Thanks Eric!
Gotta love them green crusties, especially those right in front of us. Great video
Your ability to find the green crusties and broken wires is freeky Eric!
Still having trouble comprehending the level of rust and corrosion on a vehicle with so few miles. What a terrible waste. Good job with the diagnosis and patching it up for your customer though. And, having the integrity to explain what you did and what it needs to be done properly.
Be careful! Your honesty is showing again! Great video! Thank you for doing the right thing! (As always)👍🏻👍🏻
Very surprised you don't have over a million subscribers yet.
Again, we're shown the value of observation along with a commitment to excellence.
If you live in the rust belt, it's gonna get the crusties. Then the fun begins finding it, and you always do. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.👍
Need more honest repairs like you. “Wont sit go with me “ until it fix right. Good Job Eric O.
Your 40 years of experience and that scan tool , are magicians. Thanks for another lesson in "thinking and verifying" . !!! I can see your family saying grace and giving gratitude , for the valley of rust !! :) haha About time for an SMA family vacation ? If only your parking lot could hold a weeks worth of other shops bad work .
fab South Main....you are the best
It was 99 today and I was wishing I lived up north. Then watched some of your videos. I'll stay here by the gulf of Mexico cause there is less rust and corrosion.
Love these adventures in electrical troubleshooting. Thanks for bringing us along.
At 13:49 pulled a little vice grip garage action. Nice :)
You always amaze. Your ability to find a bad wire/ connection is remarkable.
Here in FL, I miss good, honest mechanics like you…but I don’t miss the rusty cars (laughs in 08 Prius with 86K miles and no rust 😂). Fairly new subscriber…I love your content!
@Richard Cranium this is true, but he’s a bit too far for me to drive…with all love and respect to Ray and his Wife Unit! 💜
If people would just treat their vehicles with rust protection there wouldn't be so many rotting away. I live in NJ where the winter salt application is out of control. All of my trucks and suv's have been sprayed with krown or fluid film every fall since they were new (2009 and earlier) and none have rust anywhere. It's all about preventative maintenance.
I'm glad to hear you got the proper repair job. You did the diag, so you should also get the job. Almost 30 years in this industry has taught me that's not always how it works, but it's nice when it does.👍👍
Mr O and his infamous green crusty findin sniffer is triumphant once again
You - sir- are a master at troubleshooting! Awesome video! Keep them coming!
Well done Eric O great job fixing the Chevy. Take care of yourself and family and be Blessed ❤️❤️❤️ it.
Your integrity and knowledge, are second to none. I thoroughly enjoy your videos inclusive of detailed explanations and a commitment to - "do it right - or don't do it all all"... I wish you were closer to Ohio. Thank you for your honesty and integrity.
The only thing I got out of that was Red-Green (show), and 2 out of 3 Ain't bad (Meatloaf) 🤣
I am just very impressed. Honestly, from auto tech, it is a commodity now and day. Take care, thank 😊
Man mechanics like you are very rare
Always a pleasure. Thanks mr. O. Didn’t mean to rhyme sorry
Your always looking out for the customer Eric... Good on you.
Great example of how taking a few minutes extra to verify diagnosis saves the customer a few bucks. Mr O, you are a credit to your profession.
Ah yes, the smell of the green crusties, smells like victory to me! Great stuff as always Eric! Sending my regards from north of the rust belt😋
Whew Eric, that was a close one. You figured out a way NOT to drop the tank and all that is involved in doing so!
Good deal. The continuing saga of the greenies. They’re everywhere. Thank you.
We had a prof who put it more succinctly - `If you guess, your employer has no need of you'.
Nice one again Mr. O. The benefits of an Annual Inspection.
Well well Mr O you did it AGAIN... EVEN YOUR TEMP FIX IS BETTER THAN 90% UP HERE.... 100 POINTS Mr Magoo Milo, Maine
Another job well done Eric. The world needs more like you!
I count my blessings for living in west Texas. I lived in Houston loved the fishing but when I pulled the carpet under the driver side that was it muchachos, adios Houston and salt water.
Thanks for explaining about the ability to replace the wires.
Yay! A green crustie video! My favorite color of crustie.
Just a good honest mechanic. Most would have jury rigged it and sent them on their way after charging them for parts. And when the gum failed they would say the check engine was a different code.
Great repair, great customer dynamics as always. 95% of techs would have called the customer and dropped the tank too early.
My father was from upstate New York. As he left the area for warmer climes before I was born. I never lived there. But I visited often once he retired and moved back there. It still amazes me how cars just simply disintegrate...
Nice work Eric!!!!!!
Bravo. Functional fix to get the car back in service but more reliable repair when parts become available.
I spewed my coffee when you said that the car was in hospice. Thanks for the laugh!!😂
Honest mechanic. Hard to find one like you.
I remember the parking-brake-cable-caused green-crusty issue!
You been on roll lately with chevy thunder! 😅
Great diagnosis and good repair considering. Always enjoyable
Have to say it's nice to see more videos being put out absolutely love the content and the fact your family is included. You have helped me to strive to be a better tech. Thanks Eric O and family keep up the great work.
Great job as usual Eric. I'm sure you're happy not having to drop the tank and exhaust.
Great call Eric, fix it right the first time. 👍
Gotta Love those Self inflicted wounds!!!!
You the best Eric O’ ! Love this channel! The Green Crusty garage ,lol! 😂
Great video Eric O. as always.The important thing is being up front with the customer as you do thats why people trust you. And you got the customer back on the road.
Nice customer service and support
I might not have all your awesome gadgets but I enjoy and use the way you attack each job. I'm 63 but still like to learn about electrical repairs. Keep up the great content
Good job with the Quick fix 🤟🏻🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Going to sleep at night with a clear conscience...that's what it's all about! You are truly one of a kind "old school".
Eric, “two out of three ain’t bad,” thus sang Meatloaf many moons ago. “You give techs a good name.”
Outstanding repair. Bobs your uncle little fella.
I like all your videos but I like these diagnosis videos best.
You're such an honest man
With good maintenance and repair that vehicle should last 10 years. I'm so glad that customer found good repair; the second half of that equation. Great analysis... now I can do it ;-)
FYI if you are a Wrangler jean guy that Gerber cutter fits perfect in the watch pocket. Frees up any hang ups getting in and out of the main pocket.
You're such a great mechanic! Great vids!
Every time you make me thankful I live in a no salt state. My 2012 Chevvy Cruze has lots of problems (don't they all?) but its completely rust free!
Ought get Mrs. O to make your next BDay cake decorated with your age written out in Red Twizzler string licorice (for wires) with small “money shot” breaks with “green crusty” sprinkles on the gaps. Maybe some mini Snickers as “connectors”. Dub it “The Money Shot” cake! 🎂 💚❇️🤪
I can only imagine that some other mechanic would say they dropped the tank when infact they did not You are an honest man Eric.
So I see that Rainman Ray is not the only conscientious mechanic on TH-cam. That is good to know.
Good job!
Hey Mr O, you should call Hannah. She knows lots about them Malibus. Ive seen her work; she's good.