The frame rotted out of this Equinox, leaving the engine with no support. Can we find a cheap fix?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 22 ส.ค. 2024
- This mounts for the subframe of this 2007 Chevy Equinox completely rotted out, leaving the subframe dangling. To replace the frame rails would cost much more than the vehicle is worth. I think I might have a low-cost solution so let's try it out.
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Get it right its a fucking bar you idiot. You just dumb or stupid.
Care to clarify your statement for this dumb or stupid idiot?
Eat a sandwich, stop being hangry.
Scott, I think this person doesn't like you calling a pry bar a multi-purpose belt tensioner tool. Some people have no sense of humor. Obviously they're in the wrong place if they can't appreciate wry humor.
And your rude comment got the Pin of Shame
Says the clown that still struggles with spacing, punctuation, and grammar.
You did a nice job of dealing with the rust to restore the structure without costing the customer a fortune.
I owned a GN that I had the rear lower control arm boxes beefed up and welded. I was concerned the heat from welding would weaken the metal which had a lot of stress from my built engine. Luckily a friend of mine knew a guy who worked at the Naval ship yard and welded on submarines. He was the only one I was convinced had the knowledge to weld the boxes perfectly, and he did.
That has to be one of the nicest rust repairs I've ever seen!
Thanks, I was really just going for function! 😂
@@vehcor Really, that turned out way better than I expected! It looks like the subframe will be the next to go.
Scott, your mechanic skills and care that you have in every repair job puts you in a category of excellence and trustworthiness. Thanks for sharing these videos and giving an in-depth insight with the challenges of each repair.
I expect that being able to fix rust like this is going to be something in demand as the economy goes even further to crap, and people have to keep their older cars on the road even longer because they can't afford a new one. Job well done, as usual.
It's a skill that has been needed in the rust belt forever.
Rust belt need for sure
I can't see that that repair is in anyway temporary or inferior.... that's a superb job. Painted and waxed that should outlast the car.
I just hope the rest of the frame rail doesn’t rot off. 😂
Makes me thankful for my sunburned west Texas paint. No rust though.
It's so nice crawling under my '05 Saturn Vue, and seeing absolutely no rust. Arizona is real nice on sheet metal, not so much for interiors tho...
This has become my favorite auto rebuild channel....
I've been in the business for 25 yrs & I can tell anyone who watches, that this guy is legit...
I would buy from this guy even if he were more expensive...
Thanks for the support!
@@vehcor
Everytime one comes up for sale, it is sold !
Im looking for a GMC Denali 2500 diesel truck.
4x4 a must.
I live in Tx , but trucks here are insanely high.
That supervisor definitely needs to bark some more orders for you. 😂🚗🚗🚗
Great video Scott.
She is easily bribed with biscuits! 😂
@vehcor go figure. Mine can be bribed with canine carry outs bacon treats. Think mine are probably more vocal, have 2 pugs that are 7 yrs old.
i was worried for a minute i thought you werent uploading a video today. and its nice to see mr spoty
Luckily I had this one in reserve.
I think this is a really nice repair. Certainly not a hack job. Best part of the car now. And a good way to recycle otherwise useless parts. So this car is actually good for the planet now, instead of getting replaced, and becoming landfill. Well done...
Excellent point !!!!
Scott, your channel is one of the few that has given me the confidence to tackle larger projects. A tree fell on the cab of my F250. Had a shop swap the cab shell from a donor to mine; the rest was up to me. Just finished it yesterday. 2000 with the 7.3, no rust. Donor was a 2004 with a 6.0
Appreciate what you do on the channel, even more now.
Been watching your videos in anticipation of when my 2014 Explorer truly starts to fall apart. Have to tell you I really love your approach to videos - no flashy cars or screaming at us about how epic and awesome this is. You probably know the youtubers I am talking about. Unsubed from those clowns who never really go into the details of what they are doing but just buy all new things to slap on. I am really glad the supervisor keeps you real.
it was very nice of you to polish that turd for them and buy them some time!!!! Top notch!!! NJ
Of course Scott fixed it like it was nothing the jedi master at it again
That's a good servicable repair. It should last many years, even in the rust belt.
The look on the supervisors face says it all.
Appreciate you going out of your way to take care of a customer in need. Many shops would give an absurd estimate and tell the customer to junk it. You hit a triple play; gave the customer back a much safer car, saved them money, and kept the car out of the junkyard for a while.
Seems they buy so enough cars from him, and he is getting paid - he is not a charity.
I wouldn't have any concerns buying a used vehicle you repaired. You're thorough and make good decisions. Or is it the Supervisor who makes the decisions. 👍👍👍
That's not bad underneath for an 07. I've had those captive nuts spin. Now I do a "pre-job inspection". If the cradle bolts don't come out with a 1/2" breaker bar I tell them to come get it.
I'm assuming shearing the bolt off qualifies as a successful removal.
Thanks for the uploads, i learn tons from them!
No problem, glad they help.
Being from SE Ohio I was scared when you mentioned patching it up, but you don't hack stuff up. I've seen that kind of work and it ain't pretty, though usually holds. This was pretty much at the same quality of repair as if it was crashed. Nice job. I really wouldn't be scared of one of your rebuilds. You put it out there showing what you did to fix them.
This was a walk in the park for Scott and his emporium monopoly. Nice work.
Good analysis of how it all developed there.
looked like a good fix. Great job Scott.
Thanks!
someone is watching this thinking wow look how easy it is i can do this to my rusty chevy /wrong you just make it look easy because of your skill
I'm always most amazed at how Scott is able to get parts needed from outa nowhere it seems.
Scott's Used Emporium of Parts has a terrific stock.
They came off of smashed unusable framerails literally junk lol
Even Better.
Rust free but smashed vehicles from Mississippi...
That was one of the most satisfying things ive seen you do! Saving a car and someone money for a few more years. And seeing the bad come out and new in was like some weird ASMR lol.
That was an awesome repair Scott! Five thumbs UP!!👍👍👍👍👍
Thanks!
Thank you for answering an age old question I now know that I’m one of life’s wheel well liners and I too have seen better days, you are a man of insight Scott 😂👍🏻🏴
😂 we all have our wheel liner days!
Scott, you are one fine mechanic. Impressive work, quality job.
Nice repair. You make it look easy.A friend of mine has owned a body shop for 30 years. I live in eastern Canada, so rust is a huge issue and daily drivers are hard to maintain. I’ve never asked him to do that kind of work because I know how nasty and difficult it is.
Kinda like peeling and onion, layer after stinking layer and in the end all that’s left is stink and tears !
That went very well , you did a very solid repair Scott, im surprised they didn't have you replace that rusty subframe while you were at it !
Funny! The supervisor has been barking at you all day. A good laugh for those of us that know the breed of your supervisor.
Great job as usual, you are the ServPro of automobiles, like it never even happened!
Thx for fixing our junks!
Judging by the amount of rust under this Equinox, I don't think it's going to last many more years before it falls apart.
I was thinking the same thing the remaining rust looks awful
Hopefully gives them some time to save before they need to apply for a mortgage on a new car.
@@vehcor take an eight year auto loan like that other woman. That still blows my mind.
They could pull it off if they keep undercoating every year, but it's also a little late for that
@@sharifsircar You can be surprised how a good pressure wash than a generous undercoating can do, to slow down the rust process ( I live where there is 5 months/year snow and salt on the road, where an untreated rustproofing vh don't survive well after 7-8 years)
Your the Bob Ross of auto body
Great engineering solution again Scott and interesting to see the method behind it.
great video, enjoy your sense of humor and learn a lot from your videos
This is very common with the 2002-2007 Saturn Vue's. I just got ride of one because of this and lack of time to attempt what you just did. Last i checked the part that contained the captured nut was still available from gm for 200ish? Your skills and knowledge make this look soo doable. Great video and work!
You did a super job as usual Scott. I hope you & yours have a wonderful weekend. See you in the next installment.
Thanks, you too!
need more ppl like you sir
Quit calling people sir good greif
Super Scott to the rescue. Great job btw!
Living in IL I've learned that you must get something on bare or metal that is starting to rust. Whenever I'm working on mine or family vehicles I just rattle can some cheap spray paint on anything that that is starting to rust under them. It has really extended the lives of my cars and trucks. Then I use Fluid Film on things like strut towers.
The automotive master surgeon in action again and one more survivor! Great job and detail! I love all the detail and how you explain all you’re doing.
Scott I am just starting to watch this episode and I already feel bad for the negative comments you are going to get. I have not looked at the comment section yet but I can just imagine the rude comments. I do understand that the customer need to get another couple years out of this car and in my opinion I know you are going to fix this to the best of your ability. I will comment after I watch this episode.
Actually, it seems most people understand today. Maybe the haters are just late to the party. 😂
@@vehcor Well Scott they brought the vehicle to the right person. I knew you would fix it the right way. Great job Scott.
Scott, you did a really great job on this repair! I know a lot of people may not understand why you would repair a vehicle of this age to keep it on the road, but i totally believe in holding on to what is yours and keeping it serviceable as long as possible in this economy. Bravo to you and the owner of this Equinox for knowing the value of something that is Paid off!!!
Some in the “salt belt” undercoat vehicles, excepting engine and exhaust, with a couple of spraycoats of a mix of kerosene and chainsaw bar oil over a couple of days; you let it kinda drip dry. Then they drive down a dusty road to build up a coating of dirt. This seems to give good undercarriage protection from salt water rust for a couple of years.
You're a good man Charlie Brown... nice save.
Thanks as always.
cant remember the last time i did a job like this,its most satisfying of course and the bonus is you get paid😊
Had a ‘91 Taurus that actually did rust through and drop an engine mount. (Scary experience!) Rust occurred in Iowa but rust through and break occurred in Texas. They had no idea on how to fix this even though it was on a recall!
You def saved that pos from the scrapyard 👏 lol solid job
It will make it there eventually, just not today! 😂
You did a GREAT job (as well as shop manager ... ;-) ) proving/showing this can be repair in a very good way while vast majority of garage/body shop will never touch this.
Well done ! You are very skillful! 😉
Thanks!
@@vehcor Goodluck to you ! You are exceptionally talented!😉
When I wanted some rust repaired on the doors of my truck several years ago, 4 of the 5 body shops I stopped by wouldn't touch it. I explained to them I knew it was expensive, didnt care, just charge me your hourly rate for however long it takes to fix it and I can pay you cash if you want. Nope, they preferred to get beat up by insurance companies for a lower hourly rate for bolting parts on and spraying them I guess.
It is the fact that it will return. Customers don’t understand that and when you do rust repair, they feel it should come with a lifetime warranty.
Scott that was an outstanding repair for those folks! I lived a lot of my my life in Greys Harbor County Washington and crazy rust is pretty common there. I live in a semi arid area of Eastern Washington now and even old Camaros are reasonably solid if they have lived their whole life here. Once I found a 69 Camaro that had sat out for at least 20 years because of a bad timing chain. It had a vinyl top which in Greys Harbor Country would of meant crazy rust but here it only had a few pinholes under the rear window. Sometimes in the same state cars can have a very different outcome even though they are treated the same! I am sure the owner of the Equinox will be very happy with the repair!
Welcome to Scott's Classics and Restoration shop🍺
Today we have a timeless classic, the 2007 Equinox. 😂
Yup been there done that with some older late 90s early 2000 GM fullsize Buicks mostly but any of the 3800 4t60e fwd full size GM cars will have the same issue and very similar to this where the rear sub frame captured nuts rust around them and the pull through the frame rail and leave nothing left to weld anything too so a few 1/8-1/4 ,in thick strap pieces and ensure that 5hee is no tranny issues if there are replace it before the final repair is welded in cause on e done the subframe is no longer separate from the rest of the car 😀
I’ve done those and the other end where the frame rots around the bushing and drops over it.
@@vehcor for sure want one got it sitting behind the Barn currently lol
Very nice work. Will have to pass this along to my friend in IL that owns a 2009 model.
Great repair
Well done! As soon as you said Equinox, my first thought was "nope"!! Nice clean repair!
Great save Scott, wish you lived near me!
Awesome repair
Thanks!
Really liked this episode,nicer guy than you portray helping get a couple more years out that car. I’m from Pennsylvania originally I known the pain of rust repair. Now I’m in Arizona and have 20 something year old vehicles with perfect bodies zero rust problems. Thanks John from Arizona
Nice work Scott. You made this look easy. Imagine if more people knew how to repair rusted vehicles like this.
Very impressive! You never cease to amaze me.
That was fun to watch…. Nice work!
I have a 2015 that sits in the garage and has very limited salt contact. It was a treat to see what it would look like if I did. My daily is a 97 blazer that I call Frankenstein with 445k on it. Mostly from 88 and 355. These days I’m afraid if I come to a sudden stop the frame will be sitting there and the body will keep going with me in it! 😮
An Equinox that got turned into an Equi-not-much-left? Congrats on saving another one from the scrap pile, Scott. You know rust is pretty bad when it disintegrates just by looking at it.
It is going to the Chevy dealer in the sky one day, but hopefully this buys it some time.
now I know why I subscribed to this channel awhile ago. You fixed a car just like mine.
The Nox must be saved.
Solid A repair. I’m sure it’ll last a long time not so much for the rest of the rust. The south has it easy
Beautiful work man. Saved another one. Unfortunately for most folks it's probably not economical to get repairs like this as your skill set is not common these days.
I keep getting my comments censored by the tube. but I gotta say you are a really smart man, that was a superb body fix. and your explanation of the previous garage job was excellent too. an excellent vid, I really appreciate your efforts in explaining and doing the work at the same time. thanks again
I have an 07 equinox that has rotted out in the same area. I got 2 peices of 2x3 steel tubing and cut each side out flush and welded the steel tubing in and drilled new holes for the both for the subframe and left enough room to get a wrench in the tuning for the subframe nut. So far so good haha
Bolts*
I usually separated the rails in half when doing a repair. Makes it easy to line everything up. Great job!
would fluid film of helped these cars out? or some kind of oil?
FF in the wheel wells is useless unless it's behind plastic, it gets blasted right off by water and snow off the tires. A cosmoline type product like CRC Marine or Amsoil Metal Protect is much better in those spots.
Rust proofing will help but it is only as good as the application. It is a huge benefit but will not eliminate all rust concerns, the only way to do that is not drive in the salt.
You've got a new pile for this one - the dust pile 😂
I have one of those already. It is where the Fords go. 😂
Thanks for the video Scott. Always interesting.
No problem, thanks for watching.
You may not realize it Scott but think of the danger your keeping us out of! Think of the drivers beside, in front and behind these deathtraps.. Thanks for doing such a great job!!
Good job. I'm glad I live in the south !!!!
Nicely done Scott...
Nice clean job. Saved them a lot of money.
you are an amazing man I so appreciate your videos and your kindness toward this owner who needed this fix , Keep up the great work
Hi Scott, I’m Chad. I live in Saskatchewan, Canada. Lots of rust around here too.! I enjoy watching your videos, your skills are incredible & your quality of workmanship is in its own category. I do learn from you,especially with the Grand Am repairs. I am currently working on one (rusty rockers) and wonder if your emporium would carry some metal sections that are incredibly difficult to find & are no longer produced. I hope to hear from you. Thanks again for showing us your knowledge. Chad. 25:50
No doubt Scott your years of experience showed up here in full force. It's very kind of you to help that customer but yeah I understand the up-front "I don't do rust repair" chat. Well done and no cookies for the supervisor - they left you work!
Great job! Glad I live in Georgia when it comes to salt & rust, though I sweat 11 months of the year
That's a nice clean structurally sound repair. Thanks for showing that one!
Holy frame Batman!
What frame? 😂
@@vehcor holy unibody?
Excellent work, man. I'd trust it with my life.
Good little job gave that car another couple of years of life. Owners will be happy. Good job
Excellent repair. You do beautiful work!
I didn’t know that we was having a beauty pageant here rust work
This family bought 12 if your builds ? I don’t blame them I would to much respect ✊
Actually, 13 now. They just bought another one since I filmed this and ordered another.
I can’t believe you got that screw out easy that holds the rotor on. I had to drill them out here in Texas!
Real work, no magic tricks. 🤔👍
Yeah you can tell someone has done that wheel bearing before and it didn't last. I normally have to use an air chizzal to remove them at least up here in PA. It's a big fight to get them off.
I was shocked it came right off
After my struggle with the frame rails, that was my consolation prize! 😂
I’ve got a 2007 Equinox with the same problem. Mine was also rebuilt but I’m pretty sure Ohio winters had something to do with it. Now I know how to get a little more time out of it! Thanks, great video as usual!!!!
This guy is for sure legit and real deal
Great fix scott you did your customer a great service
I towed those a few times in FL.. Northern ones. The control arms rip out on the bottom... right out of the subframe. The wheel started falling off when I was winching it on the rollback