How to Replace Control Arms and Bushings to Fix a Bouncy Suspension

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  • Learn how to replace control arms and bushings to fix a car with a bouncy suspension. I show you how to figure out what is causing the bounce (shocks or bushings) and then I show you how to replace the upper and lower trailing arms and install new poly bushings. Then we take the DriftStang to the track and test her out!
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    How to Replace Shocks: • How to Replace Shock A...
    How to Install Coilovers: • How to Install Coilove...
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  • @loganedwards7158
    @loganedwards7158 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7084

    “This suspension is finally set up to handle a supercharger” *Everybody Liked that*

    • @Saleem_Bhai
      @Saleem_Bhai 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      Yup

    • @techno_viking2609
      @techno_viking2609 3 ปีที่แล้ว +84

      Mustang Supercharger
      Honda Twin Turbos

    • @lyianx
      @lyianx 3 ปีที่แล้ว +137

      This is what you do. You upgrade the parts before the power, not in response to adding power. So many people ive see first thing they want to do, is add power without having done the 'prep' upgrades first.

    • @nirvananickleback3341
      @nirvananickleback3341 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Watch that u joint

    • @uzmanasir6433
      @uzmanasir6433 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I am 770th like

  • @FDB77
    @FDB77 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2611

    *Neighbors:* "Honey the dude is... jumping... on his cars now."

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 ปีที่แล้ว +870

      They've seen everything at this point lol

    • @lommedegroote6262
      @lommedegroote6262 3 ปีที่แล้ว +44

      @@chrisfix haha i love u❤

    • @jafhu
      @jafhu 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      lomme de groote We all do, we all do

    • @MrDanielgarnica
      @MrDanielgarnica 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😂😂😂

    • @Feather__
      @Feather__ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@chrisfix yup

  • @bitzyboo6458
    @bitzyboo6458 3 ปีที่แล้ว +800

    “I don’t wanna become another mustang statistic” 😂😂

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 ปีที่แล้ว +118

      :p

    • @alanlahay8693
      @alanlahay8693 3 ปีที่แล้ว +53

      Wow, you really don't take a day off, if you're replying to comments 3 months after the video came out!

    • @ethanunverzagt2951
      @ethanunverzagt2951 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@alanlahay8693 this guy is super dedicated

    • @cherrypepsi2815
      @cherrypepsi2815 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ouch man I made this same comment 2 months earlier and got no likes rip me

    • @DA_KXNGJUNIOR
      @DA_KXNGJUNIOR 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@chrisfix why is this dude toyotacamryfan2016 always hating on you????

  • @mikeoxmaul_2121
    @mikeoxmaul_2121 3 ปีที่แล้ว +70

    Mustang wanted to do Mustang things
    Chrisfix : " Out with the old, in with the new "

  • @yerboi2902
    @yerboi2902 3 ปีที่แล้ว +719

    imagine being responsible for inspiring an entire generation of car enthusiasts to not be afraid of their own cars, a gift from above this man!

    • @bushtruck
      @bushtruck 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      For sure, youtube in general has helped me fix my truck a ton of time. And now its helped me start my own channel! Amazing platform

    • @m.campbell2776
      @m.campbell2776 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      This kid is a gift - he deserves everything that comes his way .
      He's not flashing cash, or talkin bout how many ho's he's bangin or how f'd up he got last night ...
      He's multi-talented and Real.
      He's an American Treasure .

    • @RubyXIII
      @RubyXIII 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Goo Hee i fuckin love him whenever i get my car i kind of hope something small goes wrong so i can look up one of these and fix it lmao

    • @redfox-zj5mn
      @redfox-zj5mn ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bushtruck unfortunate for me because I only have my truck and don’t have time to get it fixed

  • @kjohnston4846
    @kjohnston4846 3 ปีที่แล้ว +713

    Everyone: we want the turbo install
    Chrisfix: bushings and control arms, take it or leave it.

    • @andrewhopkins1416
      @andrewhopkins1416 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      He is doing a supercharger

    • @kjohnston4846
      @kjohnston4846 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@andrewhopkins1416 na man hes doing a turbo he said it on another comment as soon as he can dyno he will do the turbo video haha

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 ปีที่แล้ว +259

      I need to dyno before and after and then get it tuned on the dyno. Can't do that right now due to the virus. The virus messed up all of my plans and scheduling. With that said, some stuff is starting to open back up so that video will be here soon!

    • @gonnabe765
      @gonnabe765 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      KJohnston On the delsol he is doing a turbocharger, on the mustang he is going to do a supercharger, he said it himself in this video (sorry if I’m overreacting, just woke up)

    • @kjohnston4846
      @kjohnston4846 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@gonnabe765 ah haha I was talking about the del sol but I didn't know he was supercharging the mustang that's neat

  • @megadestroyer454
    @megadestroyer454 3 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    I love the driftstang, it's gonna be sweet to see how it's looking after you get a few more track days with the upgraded suspension.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      It's going to be awesome!

    • @chrisvela5462
      @chrisvela5462 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@chrisfix did you experience any binding?

    • @GladiatorGladiator2023
      @GladiatorGladiator2023 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@chrisfix good thing I didn't have to do this with my semi truck

  • @mtheoverlord7840
    @mtheoverlord7840 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    I would love to see an aftermarket stereo mod on the Driftstang. It may not make it any faster, or may not fall under that "weight-reduction" category, but I think it would give it a nice bit of flair that the car deserves. :)

  • @nikolavatkov
    @nikolavatkov 3 ปีที่แล้ว +491

    Things ChrisFix can’t live without:
    1- Medium strength threadlocker.
    2- Soapy Wooder.
    3- Blinker fluid.
    4- Blue latex gloves.
    5- Nothing else. That’s just his life.

    • @leepicgaymer5464
      @leepicgaymer5464 3 ปีที่แล้ว +81

      So does he have Threadlocker for breakfast?

    • @o0kilabot0o
      @o0kilabot0o 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Bro, you forgot the infamous "Soapy Wooder".

    • @kenanjephd7212
      @kenanjephd7212 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Torque wrench

    • @nikolavatkov
      @nikolavatkov 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Abdullah alam Oh definitely😂

    • @VAALLDDOO2
      @VAALLDDOO2 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      4. His blue latex gloves

  • @mayag9011
    @mayag9011 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I just apréciate the work of this man, not just setting up cameras is easy, also the amount of time he has to invest, and that is just called respect and admiration🙌🏻

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks a lot!

  • @ne0n1ch
    @ne0n1ch ปีที่แล้ว +12

    i really hope you have that you’re working on new driftstang videos because i love and miss these drifting vids

    • @jefferyaung1404
      @jefferyaung1404 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      me too man, i loved this series

    • @hamzahamid1163
      @hamzahamid1163 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      He said that he'll continue these series after the lemons race. The next video might be it

    • @ne0n1ch
      @ne0n1ch ปีที่แล้ว

      @@hamzahamid1163 i hope so

    • @Vectnorman
      @Vectnorman ปีที่แล้ว

      sorry but he sold the car but maybe he might buy a new one

    • @alexd4171
      @alexd4171 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Vectnorman HE DID?!!!

  • @kennyszw
    @kennyszw 3 ปีที่แล้ว +328

    Chris: "This suspension is finally set up to handle a supercharger"
    me:YESSSS

    • @mmmmmMuffinz
      @mmmmmMuffinz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      chris what kind of supercharger are you getting? Procharger? Vortech?

    • @YousefAz123
      @YousefAz123 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      skyZ prob a procharger

    • @devon5078
      @devon5078 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      skyZ i hope he goes kenne bell tbh centrifugal superchargers sound horrible and Ive always seen so many problems with constantly throwing belts or bad heat soak

    • @rosssabin8624
      @rosssabin8624 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If I had my choice, anything positive displacement for better throttle response. Either way i'm happy he's going for it.

    • @Lumberjack_0187
      @Lumberjack_0187 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      When i heard him say it i wanted to comment the same thing :D

  • @alfatasteless
    @alfatasteless 3 ปีที่แล้ว +333

    ChrisFix: The only person that has a backup for his backup for his backup

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      :p

    • @gavindang6805
      @gavindang6805 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ChrisFix oi there

    • @ahmadghosheh3104
      @ahmadghosheh3104 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I have 2 backups the wheels and the floor jack to back up the jack stand and vise versa

    • @samuelturella
      @samuelturella 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Chris is an Airplane

    • @doriansimmons6913
      @doriansimmons6913 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I like that he's safe, you can never be to safe with a ton plus over your body.

  • @Hoserfishing
    @Hoserfishing 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Thanks for stressing safety in your videos Chris!
    Used to work with with a really good mechanic that was always flaunting safety. One day he had put jack stands in himself so I asked him why he was suddenly being safe.
    He said because his cousin had just died...suffocated under a car that fell on him.

  • @toykoogm6808
    @toykoogm6808 3 ปีที่แล้ว +96

    " the mustang wants to be a mustang and spin out" - Chris 2020

    • @phantom8869
      @phantom8869 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I was scrolling for 2 mins lookin for this

  • @doormaat5033
    @doormaat5033 3 ปีที่แล้ว +226

    "I don't want to become another mustang statistic"
    this is why i love your channel

    • @stevenson3741
      @stevenson3741 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I feel you, i love this channel

  • @blackblastgaming1381
    @blackblastgaming1381 3 ปีที่แล้ว +206

    Chris is the only one that makes me able to sit, while watching a camera under a car, driving. Also him jumping on a truck as well

  • @albertalcasid6755
    @albertalcasid6755 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    As a mechanic, i can say you know very well the forces acting on the car and how to fix it. You also know how to use tools efficiently and safely. You are amazing bro. Not many youtubers under this genre knows their shit. Subscribed. Watching from the Philippines.

  • @onlycodered
    @onlycodered 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just installed the Steeda rear control arms in my ‘01 GT after redoing the entire front suspension. The difference is night and day. I can fling my car around corners like nobody’s business now!

  • @ithurtstowatchyouplay
    @ithurtstowatchyouplay 3 ปีที่แล้ว +388

    “lightly tap it”
    also chris: haha hammer go brr

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 ปีที่แล้ว +58

      I promise it was light lol

    • @suvaang1823
      @suvaang1823 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      ChrisFix hmmmm are you sure about that? BRRRRRRR

    • @antishifty
      @antishifty 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@chrisfix yo my bed has body roll

    • @sheryldowe9044
      @sheryldowe9044 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@chrisfix hmm

    • @JasonfromMinnesota
      @JasonfromMinnesota 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      lolz

  • @dibblesvillard5268
    @dibblesvillard5268 3 ปีที่แล้ว +272

    Locktite: "We need more people to notice our prroducts"
    ChrisFix: **Uploads**
    Locktite: "It's Free Real Estate"

  • @m.campbell2776
    @m.campbell2776 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Chris, you're a Natural instructor .
    And a fantastic mechanic !

  • @ahmedelsaeedy67
    @ahmedelsaeedy67 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What I really like is how you showed when there is a problem with the suspension (shocks), Please Chris keep doing that because it's difficult for begginers to Know which part causes the bounces
    Thank you isn't enough

  • @HH-ph3gq
    @HH-ph3gq 3 ปีที่แล้ว +545

    "Honey, that guy down the road is jumping on his cars again, wearing a helmet"

  • @SadMarinersFan
    @SadMarinersFan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +171

    "Now this suspension is ready for a supercharger"
    You dare tease me even more repair man.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      >:p

    • @snower7648
      @snower7648 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ChrisFix next step on the mustang we figure out how to make the supercharger even louder

    • @lukemccartney826
      @lukemccartney826 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      everytheverything yasssssssss

  • @ShortsMovies2K
    @ShortsMovies2K 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mechanic going to lose money because of yours tutorials 😂 you make the best tutorial on TH-cam

  • @stefcia420
    @stefcia420 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I watch like 199 videos on car stuff I like to diagnose my own car issues and I must say, this is one of the best videos I’ve ever watched

  • @DeepakKumar-zl5cx
    @DeepakKumar-zl5cx 3 ปีที่แล้ว +121

    Chris is the only guy who gets happy when his car gets a problem
    ( edited my grammatical mistakes)

    • @ethansimon6216
      @ethansimon6216 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      MissBttrsctch legittt

    • @IIIAlwaysGamerIII
      @IIIAlwaysGamerIII 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      He infected me with this xD
      My starter recently gave out and I was like "Oooh nice! Something to repair!" I even went "Out with the old and in with the new" in my head xD

    • @ethansimon6216
      @ethansimon6216 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Deepak Kumar you edited the comment so the heart went away

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Haha you know how it is!

    • @DeepakKumar-zl5cx
      @DeepakKumar-zl5cx 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ethansimon6216 there was a grammatical mistake 😃
      Got it back

  • @sirsavagethe21st56
    @sirsavagethe21st56 3 ปีที่แล้ว +115

    the dude with a fan base so loyal when he drops a vid it ends up on the trending list

    • @kiyoponnn
      @kiyoponnn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      He earned that loyalty through his unwavering
      honesty

  • @Reflexnation590
    @Reflexnation590 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The driftstang series is a strong contender for one of the best series on TH-cam it would be the best but not everyone likes cars but for me definitely the best series 👍

  • @altoyhost
    @altoyhost 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Chrisfix. I've been watching your videos for ages, but I recently bought one of my dream cars, a Honda Civic EF Hatch. Your videos have helped me so much on being able to do a bunch of DIY work on it to get it running which has saved me probably hundreds of dollars. Thanks for everything you do! And keep it up!

  • @Thesevideostrash
    @Thesevideostrash 3 ปีที่แล้ว +401

    “I don’t want to become another mustang statistic”😂

    • @recyclegeorge3495
      @recyclegeorge3495 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@seanlambert-knight4735 when you are driving, if you think you have time for a pass or anything, just wait a little longer. if you are not sure, it's not worth the risk. if your friends make fun of you for being an inexperienced driver, let them and ignore them. it is perfectly normal and you don't have to prove them anything. that's when mistakes happen. as for the winter, drive slow, no sudden moves, get good tires and learn, really learn how to use your engine break, and always brake test the road when possible, at low speed. i do this everyday on my first drive(in the winter). I hope this gives you a little idea of things to consider.

    • @shaunrollo1991
      @shaunrollo1991 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      One thing I like to do, is find a big empty parking lot that hasn't been cleared, and practice making turns and breaking at different speeds, to see how the car reacts. I even try to get the car to lose some traction to practice gaining control in a slide. Getting comfortable with how your car reacts in these situations will allow you to stay calm if it happens to while in the road

    • @charleslewis8968
      @charleslewis8968 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Eat your cereal

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Definitely not!

    • @johnjennings5429
      @johnjennings5429 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      A mustang ran into me the other day😐

  • @apetersenALT
    @apetersenALT 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    No wonder why your videos take so long to make. It’s because you put so much time and effort into these videos. Thank you so much for being informative and giving us the help we need for fixing our cars. It has always been worth the wait every time.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Thank you for being one of the people that understands all of the work that goes into the videos! I'm glad you find the videos worth waiting for!

  • @tim76239
    @tim76239 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The best auto repair guy on the internet

  • @HardWorkandFaith
    @HardWorkandFaith 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve done my research on why my car is so bumpy and tried so many things and put hours into it but always thought my coilovers were just that bad. Then I found this. Thank you Chris! You help so many people out!

  • @wadeperkins714
    @wadeperkins714 3 ปีที่แล้ว +147

    Chris: now this suspension can finally handle a supercharger
    Me: 👁 👄 👁

  • @fvrxxxx
    @fvrxxxx 3 ปีที่แล้ว +404

    Chrisfix: hey guys!
    Neighbours: this man is talking to his camera again...

    • @Tool0GT92
      @Tool0GT92 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      "Why did he take off his struts and jump on his truck?"

    • @nicholasgrimm7181
      @nicholasgrimm7181 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@fvrxxxx he was joking😳

    • @shadowfan982
      @shadowfan982 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Robin Rydén no you did, your supposed to say r/WHOOOOOOSH

    • @bigrockyrock
      @bigrockyrock 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lol don’t watch a repair video on mute @Tool0GT92

  • @eyeraskinswhatever1770
    @eyeraskinswhatever1770 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I dont have a garage or tools to do my own repairs but I love learning from your videos

  • @stephen_mwaniki
    @stephen_mwaniki 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much sir for your videos and the effort you put into making them. I don't have a car yet but on most occasions I am able to offer sound mechanical advice and solutions to my friends and family just because I watch your videos. I am forever grateful.

  • @J0E2706
    @J0E2706 3 ปีที่แล้ว +112

    Can we just take a moment to appreciate all of the hard work, late nights, and hours editing that went into this video, thanks Chris

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 ปีที่แล้ว +48

      Thank you for understanding all of the work that goes into each video! Every video takes hundreds of hours to plan, film and edit, and I always work hard to make sure each video is better than the last! Even with the virus messing up my scheduling and plans with videos (why some have yet to come out), I'm still working hard for you guys! Hopefully everything gets back to normal very soon and I'll be releasing some awesome and long awaited videos!

    • @antonio240z7
      @antonio240z7 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      The work he is doing isn't easy.

    • @antonio240z7
      @antonio240z7 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@chrisfix thanks Chris

    • @The13661
      @The13661 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much Chris learned a lot from you!

    • @asiacarr6998
      @asiacarr6998 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you so much Chris!!!

  • @kadenellenbecker9482
    @kadenellenbecker9482 3 ปีที่แล้ว +194

    *ENGINE EXPLODES ON THE MUSTANG*
    Chris: Hey guys Chrisfix here

    • @Jasiel.95
      @Jasiel.95 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I read that as “Hey guys, it’s Austin!”

    • @tripwire3992
      @tripwire3992 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Today im gonna show you how to replace an entire engine bay and LS swap your car

    • @davidyusaku
      @davidyusaku 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Jasiel.95 if it's him then it's not a car
      It's a house

    • @owenoreilly_20
      @owenoreilly_20 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      SakuraSabreTV you forgot with only common hand tools

    • @luka_abh
      @luka_abh 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      "Today we're gonna swap a 4v in my Mustang

  • @jimmy2035
    @jimmy2035 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    man, I love how you place the camera exactly where it needs to be so we can see the difference. Just awesome!!

  • @mboyer68
    @mboyer68 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    First let me say that I really like your videos. I found you originally when looking for tips on soldering wires. You not only helped me get that job done perfectly BUT you also included a bonus tip of putting dielectric grease on the solder joint, pulling the shrink tubing on, heating it from the center and watching the grease come squeezing out the ends..how satisfying!! And perfect!! And I like perfect. That being said...written? Anyhow..the springs control the car's ride height and suspension travel. And the shocks control the springs. You wrote that control arms and bushings have something to do with bouncy suspension, a bouncy ride. Well..control arms are fastened to the chassis using bushings. If they're worn then the car's handling will suffer and also, it shouldn't pass inspection. But worn bushings will not cause the suspension to move up and down. Up and down movement is controlled by the shocks, compression damping is down, rebound damping is up...they control it whether or not the car has worn bushings!
    If you've got a bouncy car, get new shocks!!
    A friend of mine has a badass '67 Camaro. As a little trick you scare all the newcomers away every crew years, he'll remove his front shocks. He'll get to the line, launch it a little, hit the brakes so the front suspension compresses, then let off the brakes and punch the throttle again and boom, he's seeing the sky! Wheelies in a big American muscle car!
    Edit: You got me! I should've watched the entire video before making a comment like this..oops, sorry!
    I still truly don't understand how that bushing slop causes bounce. I don't understand how anything but shocks even could possibly control up and down motion. But I'm not a scientist..so I'm not gonna worry!

  • @harishkumar-ms7tu
    @harishkumar-ms7tu 3 ปีที่แล้ว +371

    Neighbour: "that dude is talking all alone and jumping on cars....."

    • @wingedstring
      @wingedstring 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yeah.. Like they dont recognize a mechanich doing a video....

    • @VeyronBD
      @VeyronBD 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @wingedstring I mean, not everyone watches youtube

    • @jroberts3428
      @jroberts3428 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      "with a full face helmet"

    • @ThanenJ
      @ThanenJ 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      With his helmet on. Haha

  • @damiencaetano9216
    @damiencaetano9216 3 ปีที่แล้ว +127

    Am I the only one that loves watching him even though I don’t even have a car, much love bro 🙏🏼

  • @johnliang92
    @johnliang92 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Man, i probably need to be able to afford those tools and my own garage before i watch this video 😂

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      You can get tools for free: th-cam.com/video/rCOgrIPFxIY/w-d-xo.html and you could always work in the road or in your driveway!

  • @danrodrigues3531
    @danrodrigues3531 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    First, I just wanted to say thank you for your video series on car repair. It's been a godsend to me and the fact that you walk us through the steps one by one and not assume that your viewer already knew to do this step and jump to that step and not make the viewer feel like you're 'dumbing it down' for them. However, the vehicle that I work on is a Chrysler Cirrus and I don't know about your other viewer's vehicles but my vehicle's engine compartment is tighter than tight ought to be and I would love to see a video showing any tips or tricks that you have up your sleeve for those hard to access areas of engine compartments. Right now, I'm replacing the valve cover gaskets and of course, the rear valve cover is giving me a hell of a time. There are hoses, wires, etc and it would be great to know what can be temporarily disconnected, if disconnected what sort of clamp or plug can used safely to limit loss of liquid within those lines, how to remove those bolts in the crazy places where you can only get access with a single finger, etc. Now, if you made a detailed video like that, THAT would be an incredible tool for not only me but for a great deal many other subscribers of yours. Keep up the great work.

  • @kristiandellantone7819
    @kristiandellantone7819 3 ปีที่แล้ว +563

    Neighbours: **seeing a guy with a helmet jumping on a truck**

    • @kevinperron5767
      @kevinperron5767 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      Hi im chris and this is jackass

    • @pedrolanza4318
      @pedrolanza4318 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kevinperron5767 you are sooooooo rude you sun of a gun!

    • @mercury0214
      @mercury0214 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Pedro Lanza you dint get the joke

    • @henrybayliss1394
      @henrybayliss1394 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      That guy who said your so rude you don't have car knowledge

    • @69Phuket
      @69Phuket 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      They're used to it! ;p

  • @lukeneild4767
    @lukeneild4767 3 ปีที่แล้ว +413

    "now this car is finally set up to handle a supercharger" 👌

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 ปีที่แล้ว +78

      Oh yeahhhh

    • @royalmist2590
      @royalmist2590 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      yea, i like how he slid that in there lol

    • @justinw.7407
      @justinw.7407 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      DOES THIS MEAN WE’LL FINALLY GET THE SUPERCHARGER VIDEO

    • @riza5559
      @riza5559 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yes Finally

    • @jaimenbrunson1652
      @jaimenbrunson1652 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      ChrisFix You should put a hellcat supercharger on it

  • @pancakesizzler
    @pancakesizzler 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is a quality video! Found your explanations to be thorough and your whole video came together so well. Great job!

  • @gr8whitestang613
    @gr8whitestang613 ปีที่แล้ว

    So cool to see where you started at, and where you are now. Awesome work buddy. One thing I ran into when I did the coil overs on my 2001 GT was the factory rubber bump stops. Keeps the axle from banging the frame when the suspension compresses. There are plenty of low profile urethane replacements to eliminate bounce on lowered vehicles.
    Another item I would recommend to help knock weight off the nose would be a chromoly UPR K- member. Knocks off about 30 pounds and give much more clearance for LT headers and/or working on the car.

  • @saahiljawale1572
    @saahiljawale1572 3 ปีที่แล้ว +178

    Chris is such a polite guy, he actually reads comments and likes a replies to them❤️

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 ปีที่แล้ว +49

      True!

    • @EliasRoy
      @EliasRoy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@chrisfix Please read My comment about lexus Chris please 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

    • @kitt199546
      @kitt199546 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@chrisfix Hate to bother, but they don't make trailing arms for my car anymore. Any suggestions on a aftermarket company that makes like a general size?

  • @jordanwiley4582
    @jordanwiley4582 3 ปีที่แล้ว +193

    "so let's safely jack up the rear"
    *1:14*
    yeah, 45 degrees should do it.

    • @2005StangMan
      @2005StangMan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Seriously! When he posted the pic, I'm thinking he must have been doing a rear end swap or something to go that high!

    • @lavissa9596
      @lavissa9596 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I think he did it for safety purpose,ain't no families want their son dead under a red Mustang that famous on the internet for going sideway

    • @vangattan
      @vangattan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@lavissa9596 I don't think Chris wants to die you feel me

    • @DB-xc5zu
      @DB-xc5zu 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @Sam S Ouch, think I just cut myself with all that edge.

    • @jordanwiley4582
      @jordanwiley4582 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I'm pretty sure it was just for easy camera access.

  • @PenguPlayYT
    @PenguPlayYT ปีที่แล้ว

    The fact that he still has the .50 cal bullet antenna on it from the fan wayyy back in the "Drifting in the Rain with the DriftStang!" video, I love the dedication! Literally one of the best TH-camrs and my favorite TH-camr :)

  • @ryanthomas6853
    @ryanthomas6853 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    So I know this has nothing to do with content, I've fixed and upgraded alot on my own stuff because of Chris but after watching him for over 4 years I've never seen the dudes face lol

  • @Levithemechanic
    @Levithemechanic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +72

    Chris- I don’t wanna be a mustang statistic
    Also Chris - NOW THIS SUPENSION IS READY FOR A SUPER CHARGER!

  • @thestigsamericancousin4588
    @thestigsamericancousin4588 3 ปีที่แล้ว +355

    Chris: "I'm not gonna use an open flame near the gas tank"
    Me: *already wearing a gas mask with my home made flamethrower in hand* *confused unga bunga noises*

    • @MatthewMilton
      @MatthewMilton 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yo

    • @Carstuff111
      @Carstuff111 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hahahahahaha

    • @Silver_o
      @Silver_o 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      You wear a gas mask? Who's the sissy?
      I'll do that wearing a tank top, shorts, and flip flops with the nearest fire extinguisher at least 200M away.

    • @Carstuff111
      @Carstuff111 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Silver_o hahahahahahaha

  • @jamesa6272
    @jamesa6272 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved the camera views of the shocks and bushings in action.

  • @vincentiannelli229
    @vincentiannelli229 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    ive learned so much from this channel ....this is my go to now ....thanks chris fix ...did my own power steering fluid ....followed your vid ...worked amazingly thanks so much!!!!!!

  • @mr.disorganized6287
    @mr.disorganized6287 3 ปีที่แล้ว +345

    Chris: "This suspension is finally set up to handle a supercharger"
    Viewers: WAIT WHAT!!??!!??!!
    I know what's next for the Driftstang

    • @steverossen2816
      @steverossen2816 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      he literally said in his plan posts that he was getting a supercharger and that at the time coronavirus kinda set back his plans

    • @jokumukamikalie
      @jokumukamikalie 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      He's been considering the supercharger since he got the car. It was on the checklist in the very first Mustang video.

    • @ibrahimqureshi2420
      @ibrahimqureshi2420 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      a roll cage as well

    • @jatanyt1382
      @jatanyt1382 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ibrahimqureshi2420 vinyl or wrap as well

    • @mr.disorganized6287
      @mr.disorganized6287 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      guys guess what it is a joke for new people for the channel I was not here when he got the Driftstang.
      stop being so serious about stuff.

  • @claudiofiero8523
    @claudiofiero8523 3 ปีที่แล้ว +437

    Early viewers team ✌️

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 ปีที่แล้ว +66

      Winner winner chicken dinner! DM or email me (email preferred, my DMs fill up fast haha) your name and mailing address for some ChrisFix swag!

    • @muresanmatei4753
      @muresanmatei4753 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      here brother!

    • @miguelare3
      @miguelare3 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Man I'm 3 minutes late why😭

    • @gamingtoptrack1018
      @gamingtoptrack1018 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes chris

    • @azriel.b2651
      @azriel.b2651 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ŕ
      Early team

  • @dannykshamo
    @dannykshamo 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    def my favorite car maintenance channel.

  • @satujodasrivathsav3050
    @satujodasrivathsav3050 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Chris! I just started watching your vids and I have probably binged most of them. And to think you live so close to where I m (New Brunswick)is unreal . I got my first car like 8 months back... it’s a 2016 golf r.... kindly consider making some videos on a golf... the way you explain things is nothing short of amazing.. thank you

  • @Bryan-qd4fk
    @Bryan-qd4fk 3 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    For those who are still confused on what the shocks do:
    What we call shocks are actually shock absorbers. When springs are compressed by a bump in the road, they push against that, but they over shoot and extend past the original position if there isn't a counter force. They oscillate back and forth quite a bit before returning to the original position. The shock absorbers stop the oscillation so the car doesn't continue to bounce up and down.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Thanks for sharing!

    • @Meche697
      @Meche697 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Marketing...they should be called dampeners.

    • @Hudinify
      @Hudinify 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      ChrisFix is the Stig's mechanic cousin.

  • @naveen5126
    @naveen5126 3 ปีที่แล้ว +181

    Petition for Chris to add eurobeat in the background whenever he's drifting

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 ปีที่แล้ว +49

      Haha

    • @Feather__
      @Feather__ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      @@chrisfix do it I dare u

    • @naveen5126
      @naveen5126 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@chrisfix is that a yes?

    • @nineisalso6237
      @nineisalso6237 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Where can I sign?

    • @AngeloDenwillPetate
      @AngeloDenwillPetate 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That would be awesome!!

  • @thxyluvv3074
    @thxyluvv3074 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    it crazy how far u have come. cant wait to get my car so i can come back to these vids to fix everything....thank you chris

  • @sheelasharma2080
    @sheelasharma2080 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am 13 years old and I see all his video even i drive car love you. This is fav TH-camr

  • @kristiandellantone7819
    @kristiandellantone7819 3 ปีที่แล้ว +253

    No one:
    ChrisFix: **Holy smokes, what a difference!**

  • @MultiMinors
    @MultiMinors 3 ปีที่แล้ว +177

    "This suspension is finally setup to handle supercharger"
    Is that a hint of next video? :)

  • @appliancedude63
    @appliancedude63 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great advice on securing the car once it's in the air. That's how I was taught and have used this method forever.

  • @fatpants40
    @fatpants40 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are such a godsend. The way you explain things is so thorough. It’s so helpful for people truly wanting to learn everything about to is shit

  • @adithyaajay1097
    @adithyaajay1097 3 ปีที่แล้ว +165

    Chrisfix is soo nice because he changed his good shock to a bad shock to just show how it works

    • @Hectoriousz
      @Hectoriousz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Probably just removed the bottom bolt and disengaged it, hopefully 😀

    • @briansuderman5597
      @briansuderman5597 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@Hectoriousz he shows in the video that he simply unbolted it

    • @chknnuggies
      @chknnuggies 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Also when he literally cut a hole in his perfectly good exhaust just to show us another method of fixing it

  • @MarcoEvens
    @MarcoEvens 3 ปีที่แล้ว +272

    Random dude on the interstate: Why is that guy wearing a helmet in his ca- Oh. *waves* Hi Chris!

    • @jum5238
      @jum5238 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Some people are taking this mask thing TOOOOO seriously. But it looks a LOT cooler!

  • @mitchdavis5216
    @mitchdavis5216 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    "I don't want to become another mustang statistic"
    That was deep man

  • @Epic_R3K47
    @Epic_R3K47 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    i cant stop watching this channel. the best auto repair channel.
    keep the good work Chris!!

  • @adeebsalameen7284
    @adeebsalameen7284 3 ปีที่แล้ว +129

    "Now this car is finally ready for a supercharger"
    Me: N O I C E

    • @jaguarke069
      @jaguarke069 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yeah, coming up next! Can't wait!

    • @adeebsalameen7284
      @adeebsalameen7284 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jaguarke069 this is literally the only channel that i have post notifications on for 💙🔥

    • @rigby9999
      @rigby9999 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Adeeb Salameen same

    • @a10warthog15
      @a10warthog15 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hmmmmm supercharger

  • @cxmmax4265
    @cxmmax4265 3 ปีที่แล้ว +317

    "I don't want to become another mustang statistic" hopefully you won't

    • @ethanjacobson3867
      @ethanjacobson3867 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @Prodigy Mustang's like to spin out and crash.

    • @Sousaboi865
      @Sousaboi865 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Mustangs are also called the crowd surfer

    • @freddy1172
      @freddy1172 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I know someone else heard that lol 😂

  • @markcadman1516
    @markcadman1516 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great stuff. Really helps and Chris is very clear and helps you through the job - “non American car owner”!

  • @JayCeeMax
    @JayCeeMax 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You were real detailed in this one. I'm using these to replace my lower control arms and spring to fix my noisy suspension on my 2013 Lincoln mkZ aka Ford Fusion. Thanks @ChrisFix!

  • @cra-zgamer5741
    @cra-zgamer5741 3 ปีที่แล้ว +102

    Someone tells me what goes through peoples' heads when they decide to dislike a video. Especially Chrisfix's videos, the man, the myth, the legend.

    • @Rickmakes
      @Rickmakes 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I can only assume they have produced a better quality video on the same subject. 🤔🤷🏻‍♂️😜

    • @Tomi-zz9hh
      @Tomi-zz9hh 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I just dislike videos for fun😎

    • @sideneiluiz8236
      @sideneiluiz8236 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      X3n0n lol do you really?

  • @andrewmadden215
    @andrewmadden215 3 ปีที่แล้ว +122

    Girls: How do men not have to use toilet paper when they pee?
    Men: 1:19

    • @ilikememesandcars217
      @ilikememesandcars217 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ye

    • @iniremfail5230
      @iniremfail5230 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Underrated comment😂

    • @brianguzman9443
      @brianguzman9443 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lmao

    • @brianguzman9443
      @brianguzman9443 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      15:45 was I the only one saying “that’s what she said”? Lol

    • @ALLMEM616
      @ALLMEM616 ปีที่แล้ว

      "And that is solid as a tock"
      *Among us drip music intensifying*

  • @jetmirberisha8201
    @jetmirberisha8201 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best suspension explanation on the internet

  • @johnlocke617
    @johnlocke617 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Jheeeeeez, never has a stang on TH-cam ever survived a slide with out running over a curb or person 🥳 well done lad

  • @ruax6993
    @ruax6993 3 ปีที่แล้ว +127

    chris: “lightly push it”
    also chris: smashes with a hammer da hell out

    • @slipknotfan2217
      @slipknotfan2217 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      he beated the devil out of it

    • @flix8743
      @flix8743 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Aghyad Hakki it was a hammmer not a mallet

    • @aidanglendenning
      @aidanglendenning 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      RuaX noice

  • @jayylowkeyy9815
    @jayylowkeyy9815 3 ปีที่แล้ว +120

    Chris Honestly , Your Just the Best Mechanic In The World 👨🏻‍🔧

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Thanks a lot!

    • @michellefernandez3155
      @michellefernandez3155 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@chrisfix You are such an inspiration. Loved the helmet, reminded me of Gran Turismo.

    • @hpt08
      @hpt08 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      And one of the most generous - free advice

    • @sorrowizard268
      @sorrowizard268 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Youre*

  • @alep_sn9550
    @alep_sn9550 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Chris, mustang drifter here as well. I noticed at 18:26 the axle is sitting on the pinion snubber. Not sure if you've deleted the pinion snubber by now, but basically if the axle's sitting on that at ride height, the car has no suspension bump/compression travel. Theres no way to have the car at an aggressive ride height with any travel while keeping the snubber so most just throw them in the trash (me included).

  • @araybeezy1653
    @araybeezy1653 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much. This Video was extremely helpful. I put nice (top of my budget) coilovers on my car. And it handles better but it's bouncy. But I still need lca bushings in the front. Now I know it should ride way smoother when the rest of the suspension is installed

  • @jd9546
    @jd9546 3 ปีที่แล้ว +126

    Thanks to my son I have seen ALL of your videos. He just turned 6 and watches your videos EVERY DAY!!!!!!!! Your videos are so well done that my 6 year old can tell me how to properly install a kill switch, use an air compressor and washing/polishing/waxing a car. He loves that you drift too. Well done - as a mom I love that you have educational, interesting, safe content for my child even though its geared for adults. He's young but he is your biggest fan!

    • @HolyKripple
      @HolyKripple ปีที่แล้ว +4

      This like my 2 year old watching Bluey daily, I can't wait to buy a project car sometime in the coming years to work with kid.

    • @tripwire3992
      @tripwire3992 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@HolyKripple massive W

  • @509ryan
    @509ryan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +98

    Chris: now this suspension can finally handle a supercharger
    Me: happy

  • @acid_leon3080
    @acid_leon3080 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hey Chris,
    I am so sad that you dont post new Videos anymore rn i hope new ones are coming i want to get the same Mustang to go drifting just like you.
    You are my Idol

  • @davidhawthorne652
    @davidhawthorne652 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Chris I know you get this alot but you've probably saved people millions of dollars. Thank you for taking the time to explain things as clearly. If you got even 5% of what we all save you'd never have to work at all. Just post more videos 😉

  • @tomasandroulakis8902
    @tomasandroulakis8902 3 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    I was so hyped when the notification popped up on my screen
    I was like:
    It's learning time!!!

  • @hassanaleid6938
    @hassanaleid6938 3 ปีที่แล้ว +459

    When your so early the highest quality is 360p

  • @Pika_Gabe
    @Pika_Gabe 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just a guy who loves his cars and shows us how to love ours!

  • @mwapemusonda5483
    @mwapemusonda5483 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks for all your videos they are awesome

  • @mestarnekic9807
    @mestarnekic9807 3 ปีที่แล้ว +197

    After 1 year of learning and getting all the tools, today, I successfully changed my brakes and oils. Thank you Chris for giving me all the little tips, cause now I can sell my knowledge to another people and help them maintenance their cars. Keep up the good work this is just beginning.

  • @MrRods
    @MrRods 3 ปีที่แล้ว +72

    “Now it’s this thing is ready for a supercharger “
    Omg 😱

  • @oscarm.l.7550
    @oscarm.l.7550 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just started watching your channel Chris. Awesome and informative videos.

  • @isaackillian7616
    @isaackillian7616 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hey Chris, just a suggestion for your jack stands. I see you have plywood under your stands, I have welded a square piece of steel on to the underside of the jack stands to keep them from digging into the asphalt on your driveway. I had a close call when the stands dug into the asphalt on my driveway, and my aunt's van fell down. Very scary moment, so I welded a piece of steel to the bottom, so I never have to worry about forgetting to put something underneath them again. Just a suggestion 😉

  • @heckinchonker_8157
    @heckinchonker_8157 3 ปีที่แล้ว +104

    The neighbors: Hey that TH-cam fella has finally lost it, he’s jumping in his truck like a trampoline in a helmet.