Brian, It’s November 18th, 2021. 8 years from when you made this video. I watched several other videos trying to diagnose a bad inner tie rod. Most of them were around 6 minutes long. They were okay, but your longer format video is what allowed me to correctly diagnose a bad drivers side inner tie rod on our 2008 Prius. I’ll be performing the repair myself since I also have a lift. I do have to buy the inner tie rod tool though; I’m going to buy the universal one from Mayhew. It’s pricey, but worth it. Having known your work ethic from videos I watched 5 years ago, I had a hunch that you would go more in depth than the 6 minute videos offered by others. I was right. Glad you got through your exhaustion in college, and glad you’re still rolling. Thanks again and I did watch all the way to the end. I even saw the cool cars haha.
Yup, I watch to the end. Good " how to" auto repair videos are how I try to keep up to date on modern car repair procedures. Thanks Brian you are doing a great job.
lol. It does, but it certainly has it's rewards. Everyone needs to have something that makes their life count. Video making is one of mine. It's been good to be of service to people and be able to multiply that through this free medium. My favorite part is getting comments of gratitude from those who are down on their luck and don't know what to do and wind up fixing their own car successfully for the first time. It makes a person feel good to be a part of that. Patience precedes growth.
These is no project can be completed without at least 3 trips to the store for stuff. Thanks for video it is more true to life than others where everything goes perfect from beginning. Stuck bolts are a way of life in shops.
Yes. Yes it would. Unfortunately if I waited till I was happy and well rested, it wouldn't happen at all. Perfection robs creation. It's better to create something imperfect than not to create at all.
My most favorite one is the Reality Racing motorbike along with its prop ready to shoot up into the sky at 21:20! But too bad it appears for a microsecond moment. :-)
Used your videos to rebuild the front end of my Ram 1500 4x4. Some of the best i have found on youtube. keep the videos coming you save my sanity while at work.
Awesome stuff. I'm a die hard do it yourself guy and have been daring to go further than the simple oil change. Recently changed control arm bushes for a Toyota Corolla and I'm loving it. Next up tie rods. Thanks. All the way to the end ;)
VERY Watchable Brian. Excellent description of what you are doing and also excellent camera angles in a tough to get-it-right environment. Thanks for a very informative and easy to follow video.
I'm an opportunist. I get footage for an idea and file it for when I need it. Mustang II's are quite rare. That one is a money pit. It has a rod knock and many other issues. In it's favor it has nice wheels and tires and a great exhaust system with cutting edge technology. When the owner gets more money, there may be more of it to see.
Man your video here has inspired me to go further in depth on my vehicle. i just recently had to replace my passenger side cv axle, and in doing so i didn't know that my strut was spring loaded as they say, so now i'm stuck waiting to get the new strut from rock auto, but i figured that since i was i'd take a look around, now i'm not sure if the inner tie rod is bad but i do know that the rack and pinion is leaking, i have almost 300,000 on this vehicle, bought it about a month ago, so its only right to assume that everything is oem, so its a 17 yr old van no rust so why not bring it back to life. thanks a million and know that i watch your vids from start to finish as well as refer them to others...keep it up because i'll still be looking to learn
Just wanted you to know, I am in a GM automotive school program and my instructor used you video in our class, what we do is watch the video and comment on it, i found it informative and one of the guys in class even commented on the girl with the bike, you tricky man with the 1/2 second pic of her...
I've been researching this topic lately and watched many inner tie rod related videos to prepare myself for this task. In your video it was the first time I'd seen anyone re-use the band clamps for the inner tie rod boot. Most videos state you are unable to re-use band clamps and that they must be replaced. However trying to do the job for the least amount of money and not owning the special crimper you have, it was my understanding that even if you replace the band clamps with new ones, they would also need to be crimped with this crimper tool.
Excellent how-to video. Good, clear, well-lit shots. Excellent narration--thanks for the added humor. Thanks for taking the time to do this. Extremely helpful.
LOL, love the end man! I typically watch the entire TH-cam video, unless within the first few minutes I can tell the individual is incorrect, or just using a dangerous method. Watching long videos are great, especially when it comes to repair or learning videos. To many folks out here want the 5 minute video for a repair. "Hey, my car wont start!" When they find a video longer than 5 minutes showing them how to diagnose...they flip out and get mad. Love your videos man, and the cars at the end
20:47 -- Too much tire...WAY too much ! Best Video I've seen on checking inner tie rod slop. Chevy tech says my tie rods are bad when I sail over the top of small hills, lifting the car weight off...and it clunks when the weight comes back down on the tires. Also noticed the tires vibrate at certain speeds more than other speeds. Since he checked it, I'll trust his judgment but still test it with YOUR procedure, listening for clunks and the opposite tire reaction. THAT's a GOOD test, and you're the only one that showed it.
Just wanted to say thanks for taking time to make this video. Not having much experience with rack & pinion steering, I was looking at other how to check vids which were generic which I already knew. Your was was the best, speaks volumes on your experience. Thanks brother.
Great illustration. Much better than most videos. Wish I knew this before one shop diagnosed my Honda Accord suspension issue as a loose inner tie rod and another shop diagnosed as bad ball joints. One quote as $420 and the other as $1200.
I watch a lot of DIY vids. Yours are among the very best. Good photog and narrative. You have very detail oriented instruction and I like that sort of thing. Thanks again for doing this sort of thing for all the rest of the DIYers like myself.
Interesting comments about alignment. I got mine done and was told "need new tie rods next time as they needed to be heated". 5 k later tires are ruined! Now I do it myself with a few glossy mags. a tape measure and two 2 meter sticks of wood. Interesting cars at the end.
Getting growing noise from front. Replaced wheel bearing. Now believe it is the inner tie-rod. Have slop when checking wheel and order parts today (AC Delco). Thank you! Mr .P
even a very small movment or looseness is the indicator. i usually change both. if the inner is loose, the outer will go bad soon. change both and save on labor. the parts are not that expensive.
Thanks Brian. and thanks for correcting me on the Tie Rod, "Tire Rod" lol. I try to research my car symptoms now before I go to the mechanic. I like to have a some knowledge . The vibration to my steering is fixed. It took an army of guys to get the balancing done correct and for the fact I found a weight in my driveway. I went to my other mechanic and he thought it might be the tie rod. He showed me the wheel movement as you have, but it was not that bad. I am glad I gave my tire place "America's Tires" one my chance to balance. I thank you for your videos!
I've watched several of your videos thus far, and always watch them to the end. They're very descriptive and helpful. Thanks. This video helped me to figure out that my sons first car needs inner tie rod ends, and how to go about it when we (I) tackle it. This will be a job where I can try to instill some mechanical ability into him.
your video was very much! helpful. We all need more mechanics like you to show people like me how to fix different things on cars. I watched this video and and now my car is fixed thanks to you! you!! are the man!
Thank you, it was very helpful. Yes, I do watch it through to the end because some great idea or insight will surface interacting with your sequenced approached helping me to do it even better.
You can see play much easier when they are connected. The only reason I showed it apart when demonstrating play was an oversight on my part when it was together.
Very Helpful! Watching until the end of videos varies. If it is important, as this video is, and the video is exceptional I tend to watch until the end.
Thanks for the video, Brian. I had done the alignment on my Probe with strings, but wanted to have it checked on a machine. They told me that they couldn't check it, because my inner tie rod on the passenger side was bad. Because I had previously replaced the one on the driver's side, that sounded reasonable so I got the part. When I checked it though, it was like new. Then, I wondered if maybe the steering rack was bad, but when I saw your video I knew that it was also good. Looks like I will be doing my own alignments from now on. I took a lot of time to do it with strings, measuring the distances from the front and rear of the rims with calipers, so I am pretty confident of its accuracy.
As with most of your videos the endings are always happy :) Makes me wonder if any of the viewers are skipping to the ends...not that the information is bad, but the eye candy is a wonderful addition. Thanks for posting. Ever do a strut conversion or rebuild?
That IS a nice car! Not sure what it is exactly but it's somewhat reminiscent of a Plymouth Prowler! Loved that car when I was a kid! Great video, very informative! I have learned a lot from your videos! Thank you for helping to educate all us home garage mechanics!
Brian. You Video was perfect. I completely rebuilt front susp. On my 2000 Jag Stype 4.0 sport with computer enhanced adaptive steering and when I grabbed pass. side and moved wheel. Had exactly the symptoms your video shows. Thank you so much. Now I know for sure how to repair it. If I am lucky I will not have to buy the tool u used. Oriellys Auto Part Stores loan tools with a deposit. Great Video. Thanks again. Ron W. from East Texas.
Best explanation and different scenarios on what the problem could be.. answered a few of my questions I had that other videos couldn't, thank you so much
It is a nice car, I like the prowler front end. I like the older cars the newer ones are too plastic toy looking. It is nice to hear a mechanic who is a total dork like myself. Keep making the cool videos, man.
I've found aftermarket tie rod components tend to have slightly buggered threads almost all the time. Easiest way I've found is to take an impact with a deep socket and run the jam nut up and down a couple of times. That usually cleans them up nice.
nice job as usual, I have another way to learn whether or not you have to replace the inner tie-rod ….. when you can't get the outer tie-rod off …. thank you Bill
Hey, another great video! Keep up the great videos (you should have a cable show, if anybody knew anything)! You have a hoard of skill, information and work-ethic, and your ability to move with ease from one task to another, while always being observant and in-the-moment is very followable and keen. Thanks!
Brian, you do a stellar job of creating a how to video. The best I've seen in a while in auto mechanics. Thank you for your effort. Also, I didn't know front wheel drive was toe out? wow, Glad I watched your video, or I would have set it an eighth inch toe in.
Great instructive video. This told me everything I need to know about the inner and outer tie rods which I am getting ready to replace on my 1970 240Z. Thank you! And yes, I watched to the very end.
Yes sir. I also own a 97 subie legacy 2.2. Which is how I found your channel when looking for timing belt replacement procedures. I also find the philosophical thoughts quite enlightening and entertaining. my favorite ? " The Definition of Insanity" . which I implement when things dont play nice. peace.
It really was. Unfortunately I was too distracted to make good on it. Fortunately life tends to boomerang the same trials again and again until you do learn. I've learned now.
Another great video. Im enjoying going back and watching your series. And yes, I watch the entire video... kudos for the clip show at the end of this one!
THANK YOU! THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU! As you can see I appreciate hearing that and I also go back and read and respond to comments! = )
Great video, thanks! I really appreciate your showing how to align the tires. I've about had it getting ripped off on alignments over the years and that technique could prove useful. I think the whole "you can't do it in a garage -- you have to use the machine" is just a way of scaring people into spending $80-$100 on an alignment they don't really need. Thanks again for taking the time to make and post this!!
Unless you know what you are doing, and or have a "good eye", for that sort of thing, an alignment is very necessary when doing this type of work, that is if you want your car to behave, and wear normally. Without an alignment, your tires will wear out a lot sooner than they should, and the driving characteristics could be off as well, like pulling to one side, or wandering. Now as for the 80/100 bit. It depends on if you do 2 wheel or 4 wheel alignments. 2 wheel is typically cheaper, about half the cost, the prices you listed would be on the highest side, and you can find shops that will do it a bit cheaper, just try to ask around about the quality of their work.
FFirst LLast I had my guys in Atlanta that did it for me for $40 but I've moved up to the frozen tundra of Chicagoland and everything here is a ripoff, so I'll surely try this before forking over the ransom.
Haha, yeah bro, I watched it all the way through. Your nice, cool, and chill. Thanks for the video man. That alignment trick was pretty cool as well. I stumbled on your video because I was trying to figure out why my steering wheel wobbles, steering is odd, and I heard a pulling noise when going over a big bump at a really low speed and I went over it uneven. I know what a bad outer sounds and feels like and it isn’t the same. I’ve got new tie rods and control arms on their way. Thanks again for the chill video.
Hey Brian. Like so many of your videos there's always something to learn. Often times how to fix something or maybe learn about a tool and how to use it or philosophical thought or just plain humor. Thanks and yes I watch to the end, just in case.
That was a really informative video, it started with the diagnosis and walked us all the way through to completion. That was really helpful. Oh and the red dune buggy was awesome, but the flying crotch rocket was ridiculous...wait...now I get it!
HAHAHA! Yes, I do stay till the very end. I always thoroughly enjoy your side comments while you explain everything so well. With my limited knowledge on alignment i'm super impressed you can align by sight and that it's "better than the machine". I want to learn that! Also, I listen to Rawnald Gregory Erickson the Second as well!
I always watch to the end brian... your smart and funny thats what makes your videos so entertaining and educational, i really like that red sandrail at the end
There has to be something to prevent it from spinning undone in the event it breaks loose. A clip, a wire, a jig- something. Steering is the most important system as far as preventing injury. If the brakes fail, you can aim for something cheap etc. If the steering comes undone- you're furschitzled.
hi brian... i've done some homebrew wheel alignment with hbefreight laser levels and white cardboard infront of car. I'm sure u could do as good as the alignment shop with laser levels taped to each front wheel too. thanks for the great vids!
I skipped some parts but did see the end! Thanks for the great camera work and the thinking mans commentary. Your comments about having kids and languages demonstrate that tech skills and language skills are complementary. Yes, he sheer numbers and variation of languages makes my mind "babble" too. Oh, that the current occupant of the White House was competent,even in one language, and could think and speak as well as an auto mechanic.
I was trained that way when I was young, but now days you get all kinds of errors in manufacturing or translation to metric units. Ultimately you have to have the tires aimed right, so that's where I look to.
Its never over unless the fat lady sings or there is a jet bike flying over the field. Great Video! I like when you leave in your difficulties and show your thought process in overcoming them, my favorite part of your videos!
I watched the whole thing Brian.Thank you. I'm about to change my wife's 1992 Lebaron inner tie rod as suggested by where she gets her inspections every year. I had a suspicion I would be needing specialized tools. At the beginning you show a Mustang 2. It looks as though at the end you're working on a Caravan?I'm hoping it's the same setup and parts.Thanks for all your mechanical help!
That's correct. If possible for a vague video concept like this, I try to show more than one example. It will be similar. You're welcome- I'm just happy you find the videos helpful! The videos are a LOT of work- so I'm glad they're being watched and appreciated.
Thanks for the tips, didn't want to remove the boot for no reason. (LoL, bad Rod.... properly knocked your little end off! And nut off!) Love the mechanic humor!
Wow… Your video was exceptionally well done…Great video of every facet of the job…. Good narration… Good common sense application of the entire process … And I am not a mechanic - I am a old guy trying to do my own repairs since I am mechanically adept with respect to fine motor coordination… Thank You …. Also, I loved the last two minutes of great wheels from unusual auto-artists…. Steve
i like the last part brian where you were aiming at, the yellow box on the left side rear of the car was pretty helpful, you should have both yellow box on the left side. it would be so much easier to see...thank you for the video
You're very patient . I alway want to make a video, but it's always a mess everywhere so I have up the camera at the beginning. Not to mention all the cursing random stuff
Heck yeah I watch until the end. I think you have a great mix of videos (short and to the point/longer and more process-focused). Besides, I enjoy your insights and positive attitude regarding life/stress/all that other stuff. Thanks for the videos1
That little thing you called a plug that's on the outside of the tool is an Allen set screw. Its used to hold the crows foot wrench inside the cup. This way the crows foot wrench won't keep falling out of the cup end of the wrench.
Hey Brian, I like your videos for both, learning how to work on the mechanical systems of the vehicles, and to learn about the parts, tools and procedures in english. We do have some brazilians mechanics/technicians also making videos like you do, but there´re much more videos in english.
So Thank you for this helpful video. I'm redoing some front end work on my wife's Monte Carlo that has 360K miles and she tells me that from what she knows its never been done before! Awesome at least I'm useful for something. Anyway I'm going to head out and pull a late nighter in the shop wile learning about a front wheel drive car. And Yes I watched all the way to the end. I like the paddle rig the you had up there. Big Jeep fan my self though.
The video was very helpful. It gave me confidence in doing another tie rod job. Did one a couple of years ago and was amazed how much I forgot. The only question I have is where did you buy that boot band clamp plier? I used a thick tie wrap last time I did a tie rod replacement. Thank you for the video.
I bought it off the MAC truck while I was working at the dealership. They're available on Amazon too. Here's a link→ www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002SREPY/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B0002SREPY&linkCode=as2&tag=httpwwwyou00f-20&linkId=QXFPWDBYA6ICQHWY
Dude your the best I love this video your the coolest I've enjoyed everything about this video and I feel very confident in putting on inner and outer the rods thank you so much GOD bless
you are a real mechanic who does his work with passion and love, keep up the good work.
Thanks!
Brian,
It’s November 18th, 2021. 8 years from when you made this video.
I watched several other videos trying to diagnose a bad inner tie rod. Most of them were around 6 minutes long. They were okay, but your longer format video is what allowed me to correctly diagnose a bad drivers side inner tie rod on our 2008 Prius. I’ll be performing the repair myself since I also have a lift. I do have to buy the inner tie rod tool though; I’m going to buy the universal one from Mayhew. It’s pricey, but worth it.
Having known your work ethic from videos I watched 5 years ago, I had a hunch that you would go more in depth than the 6 minute videos offered by others. I was right.
Glad you got through your exhaustion in college, and glad you’re still rolling.
Thanks again and I did watch all the way to the end. I even saw the cool cars haha.
Yup, I watch to the end. Good " how to" auto repair videos are how I try to keep up to date on modern car repair procedures. Thanks Brian you are doing a great job.
lol. It does, but it certainly has it's rewards. Everyone needs to have something that makes their life count. Video making is one of mine. It's been good to be of service to people and be able to multiply that through this free medium. My favorite part is getting comments of gratitude from those who are down on their luck and don't know what to do and wind up fixing their own car successfully for the first time. It makes a person feel good to be a part of that. Patience precedes growth.
These is no project can be completed without at least 3 trips to the store for stuff.
Thanks for video it is more true to life than others where everything goes perfect from beginning. Stuck bolts are a way of life in shops.
You may not know, but you apprising me of it certainly demonstrates humility. An empty vessel is often the best suited to be filled with knowledge.
Yes. Yes it would. Unfortunately if I waited till I was happy and well rested, it wouldn't happen at all. Perfection robs creation. It's better to create something imperfect than not to create at all.
My most favorite one is the Reality Racing motorbike along with its prop ready to shoot up into the sky at 21:20! But too bad it appears for a microsecond moment. :-)
Great video! Thanks,,,,and the humor at the end made me smile.
I usually watch through the necessary parts, don't want to waste time, need to get to work. Love to watch you working your magic.
Don't doubt us Brian, we watch everything. Thanks for the information again.
Thanks for your thoughtful insight Gerry, I appreciate it. Thanks for being part of this!
Used your videos to rebuild the front end of my Ram 1500 4x4. Some of the best i have found on youtube. keep the videos coming you save my sanity while at work.
I watched to the end because I liked your inner ponderings and found that you were entertaining. Thanks for the tutorial.
Awesome stuff. I'm a die hard do it yourself guy and have been daring to go further than the simple oil change. Recently changed control arm bushes for a Toyota Corolla and I'm loving it. Next up tie rods. Thanks. All the way to the end ;)
Brian, excellent demonstration! Camera view angle and focus are both perfect!
VERY Watchable Brian. Excellent description of what you are doing and also excellent camera angles in a tough to get-it-right environment. Thanks for a very informative and easy to follow video.
I'm an opportunist. I get footage for an idea and file it for when I need it. Mustang II's are quite rare. That one is a money pit. It has a rod knock and many other issues. In it's favor it has nice wheels and tires and a great exhaust system with cutting edge technology. When the owner gets more money, there may be more of it to see.
Great video,Great instructions and yes I watch the entire videos "Dont' want to miss anything". Thanks for all you do.
+Fernando Gaxiola Welcome buddy. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Man your video here has inspired me to go further in depth on my vehicle. i just recently had to replace my passenger side cv axle, and in doing so i didn't know that my strut was spring loaded as they say, so now i'm stuck waiting to get the new strut from rock auto, but i figured that since i was i'd take a look around, now i'm not sure if the inner tie rod is bad but i do know that the rack and pinion is leaking, i have almost 300,000 on this vehicle, bought it about a month ago, so its only right to assume that everything is oem, so its a 17 yr old van no rust so why not bring it back to life. thanks a million and know that i watch your vids from start to finish as well as refer them to others...keep it up because i'll still be looking to learn
I watched all the way to the end. It’s enjoyable to listen your ideas and tricks. Keep doing it. You are a good engineer!
Just wanted you to know, I am in a GM automotive school program and my instructor used you video in our class, what we do is watch the video and comment on it, i found it informative and one of the guys in class even commented on the girl with the bike, you tricky man with the 1/2 second pic of her...
One of my hobbies is long range rifle shooting. Many of the same optical principles cross over. It's like lining up iron sights on a target.
I've been researching this topic lately and watched many inner tie rod related videos to prepare myself for this task. In your video it was the first time I'd seen anyone re-use the band clamps for the inner tie rod boot. Most videos state you are unable to re-use band clamps and that they must be replaced. However trying to do the job for the least amount of money and not owning the special crimper you have, it was my understanding that even if you replace the band clamps with new ones, they would also need to be crimped with this crimper tool.
I don't like to miss a thing , so I watch diy vids in their entirety , Thanks for passing on the knowledge !
We're cut from the same cloth Kenneth!
One of the best, helpful, entertaining fix it videos I've ever watched. Dig the flying motorcycle too
Excellent how-to video. Good, clear, well-lit shots. Excellent narration--thanks for the added humor. Thanks for taking the time to do this. Extremely helpful.
LOL, love the end man! I typically watch the entire TH-cam video, unless within the first few minutes I can tell the individual is incorrect, or just using a dangerous method. Watching long videos are great, especially when it comes to repair or learning videos. To many folks out here want the 5 minute video for a repair. "Hey, my car wont start!" When they find a video longer than 5 minutes showing them how to diagnose...they flip out and get mad. Love your videos man, and the cars at the end
20:47 -- Too much tire...WAY too much !
Best Video I've seen on checking inner tie rod slop. Chevy tech says my tie rods are bad when I sail over the top of small hills, lifting the car weight off...and it clunks when the weight comes back down on the tires. Also noticed the tires vibrate at certain speeds more than other speeds. Since he checked it, I'll trust his judgment but still test it with YOUR procedure, listening for clunks and the opposite tire reaction. THAT's a GOOD test, and you're the only one that showed it.
Just wanted to say thanks for taking time to make this video. Not having much experience with rack & pinion steering, I was looking at other how to check vids which were generic which I already knew. Your was was the best, speaks volumes on your experience. Thanks brother.
Great illustration. Much better than most videos. Wish I knew this before one shop diagnosed my Honda Accord suspension issue as a loose inner tie rod and another shop diagnosed as bad ball joints. One quote as $420 and the other as $1200.
I watch a lot of DIY vids. Yours are among the very best. Good photog and narrative. You have very detail oriented instruction and I like that sort of thing. Thanks again for doing this sort of thing for all the rest of the DIYers like myself.
Interesting comments about alignment. I got mine done and was told "need new tie rods next time as they needed to be heated". 5 k later tires are ruined! Now I do it myself with a few glossy mags. a tape measure and two 2 meter sticks of wood. Interesting cars at the end.
I watch the whole thing, just for fun. I get to learn something from it, too. Thanks for posting these, they're great.
Thanks for the vids! You're one of the first car repair channels I've ever watched and learned so much! Always reliable, accurate information.
Getting growing noise from front. Replaced wheel bearing.
Now believe it is the inner tie-rod. Have slop when checking wheel and order parts today (AC Delco).
Thank you!
Mr .P
even a very small movment or looseness is the indicator. i usually change both. if the inner is loose, the outer will go bad soon. change both and save on labor. the parts are not that expensive.
exactly. the inner one can be kinda tricky so if you can replace the inner, might as well do the outer which is nothing to change
Thanks Brian. and thanks for correcting me on the Tie Rod, "Tire Rod" lol. I try to research my car symptoms now before I go to the mechanic. I like to have a some knowledge . The vibration to my steering is fixed. It took an army of guys to get the balancing done correct and for the fact I found a weight in my driveway. I went to my other mechanic and he thought it might be the tie rod. He showed me the wheel movement as you have, but it was not that bad. I am glad I gave my tire place "America's Tires" one my chance to balance. I thank you for your videos!
I've watched several of your videos thus far, and always watch them to the end. They're very descriptive and helpful. Thanks. This video helped me to figure out that my sons first car needs inner tie rod ends, and how to go about it when we (I) tackle it. This will be a job where I can try to instill some mechanical ability into him.
You're welcome! Thanks for being part of it!
Best / most detailed video on youtube for this problem. Thanks
Thanks. I find it's the times that things don't go right that the most opportunity for learning occurs.
your video was very much! helpful. We all need more mechanics like you to show people like me how to fix different things on cars. I watched this video and and now my car is fixed thanks to you! you!! are the man!
Great video and the end brought me back to reality...I was dreaming of getting under my car and assessing the front end looseness. Thanks!
Thank you, it was very helpful. Yes, I do watch it through to the end because some great idea or insight will surface interacting with your sequenced approached helping me to do it even better.
Watched right to the end. Really appreciate your posting this.
You can see play much easier when they are connected. The only reason I showed it apart when demonstrating play was an oversight on my part when it was together.
Very Helpful! Watching until the end of videos varies. If it is important, as this video is, and the video is exceptional I tend to watch until the end.
I knew mine was shot but never knew what one looked like. Great videos Brian they have helped me many times
Thanks for the video, Brian. I had done the alignment on my Probe with strings, but wanted to have it checked on a machine. They told me that they couldn't check it, because my inner tie rod on the passenger side was bad. Because I had previously replaced the one on the driver's side, that sounded reasonable so I got the part. When I checked it though, it was like new. Then, I wondered if maybe the steering rack was bad, but when I saw your video I knew that it was also good. Looks like I will be doing my own alignments from now on. I took a lot of time to do it with strings, measuring the distances from the front and rear of the rims with calipers, so I am pretty confident of its accuracy.
As with most of your videos the endings are always happy :) Makes me wonder if any of the viewers are skipping to the ends...not that the information is bad, but the eye candy is a wonderful addition. Thanks for posting. Ever do a strut conversion or rebuild?
It ain't over till the motorcycle flies. At least not on this highly entertaining and informative video. Thanks Brian. Rock on
That IS a nice car! Not sure what it is exactly but it's somewhat reminiscent of a Plymouth Prowler! Loved that car when I was a kid! Great video, very informative! I have learned a lot from your videos! Thank you for helping to educate all us home garage mechanics!
Brian. You Video was perfect. I completely rebuilt front susp. On my 2000 Jag Stype 4.0 sport with computer enhanced adaptive steering and when I grabbed pass. side and moved wheel. Had exactly the symptoms your video shows. Thank you so much. Now I know for sure how to repair it. If I am lucky I will not have to buy the tool u used. Oriellys Auto Part Stores loan tools with a deposit. Great Video. Thanks again. Ron W. from East Texas.
Best explanation and different scenarios on what the problem could be.. answered a few of my questions I had that other videos couldn't, thank you so much
great job.. yr videos is a valuable stuff. in my country...mechanics don't tell how they repair... they only tell how much it cost!
Great job on changing inner tie rod! I like your video and i watch all 21:27 minutes of it.Thanks Dave..
It is a nice car, I like the prowler front end. I like the older cars the newer ones are too plastic toy looking. It is nice to hear a mechanic who is a total dork like myself. Keep making the cool videos, man.
I've found aftermarket tie rod components tend to have slightly buggered threads almost all the time. Easiest way I've found is to take an impact with a deep socket and run the jam nut up and down a couple of times. That usually cleans them up nice.
nice job as usual, I have another way to learn whether or not you have to replace the inner tie-rod ….. when you can't get the outer tie-rod off …. thank you Bill
Both my wheels are freaking wobbling at 3-9! Sux! Thx for vid Brian.
Damn! That 1st black one at the end, crazy! And..... finally, its over!!
Hey, another great video!
Keep up the great videos (you should have a cable show, if anybody knew anything)!
You have a hoard of skill, information and work-ethic, and your ability to move with ease from one task to another, while always being observant and in-the-moment is very followable and keen. Thanks!
Brian, you do a stellar job of creating a how to video. The best I've seen in a while in auto mechanics. Thank you for your effort. Also, I didn't know front wheel drive was toe out? wow, Glad I watched your video, or I would have set it an eighth inch toe in.
Wow, a real life mechanic. Nice Job !!
Great instructive video. This told me everything I need to know about the inner and outer tie rods which I am getting ready to replace on my 1970 240Z. Thank you! And yes, I watched to the very end.
I always watch to the end brian... you are filled with word of wisdom.. I never know when some gem is going to pop forth from you next :)
Very informative. I'd always wondered how to set a tie rod. Had no idea they got loose like that. Thanks!
Yes sir. I also own a 97 subie legacy 2.2. Which is how I found your channel when looking for timing belt replacement procedures. I also find the philosophical thoughts quite enlightening and entertaining. my favorite ? " The Definition of Insanity" . which I implement when things dont play nice. peace.
It really was. Unfortunately I was too distracted to make good on it. Fortunately life tends to boomerang the same trials again and again until you do learn. I've learned now.
Welcome Bill- good to hear from you!
Another great video. Im enjoying going back and watching your series. And yes, I watch the entire video... kudos for the clip show at the end of this one!
THANK YOU! THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU!THANK YOU! As you can see I appreciate hearing that and I also go back and read and respond to comments! = )
Great video, thanks! I really appreciate your showing how to align the tires. I've about had it getting ripped off on alignments over the years and that technique could prove useful. I think the whole "you can't do it in a garage -- you have to use the machine" is just a way of scaring people into spending $80-$100 on an alignment they don't really need. Thanks again for taking the time to make and post this!!
Unless you know what you are doing, and or have a "good eye", for that sort of thing, an alignment is very necessary when doing this type of work, that is if you want your car to behave, and wear normally. Without an alignment, your tires will wear out a lot sooner than they should, and the driving characteristics could be off as well, like pulling to one side, or wandering.
Now as for the 80/100 bit. It depends on if you do 2 wheel or 4 wheel alignments. 2 wheel is typically cheaper, about half the cost, the prices you listed would be on the highest side, and you can find shops that will do it a bit cheaper, just try to ask around about the quality of their work.
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I had my guys in Atlanta that did it for me for $40 but I've moved up to the frozen tundra of Chicagoland and everything here is a ripoff, so I'll surely try this before forking over the ransom.
Just what i needed , and the camera angles were good . cars at the end were great also ... good work .
Haha, yeah bro, I watched it all the way through. Your nice, cool, and chill. Thanks for the video man. That alignment trick was pretty cool as well. I stumbled on your video because I was trying to figure out why my steering wheel wobbles, steering is odd, and I heard a pulling noise when going over a big bump at a really low speed and I went over it uneven. I know what a bad outer sounds and feels like and it isn’t the same. I’ve got new tie rods and control arms on their way. Thanks again for the chill video.
Hey Brian. Like so many of your videos there's always something to learn. Often times how to fix something or maybe learn about a tool and how to use it or philosophical thought or just plain humor. Thanks and yes I watch to the end, just in case.
That was a really informative video, it started with the diagnosis and walked us all the way through to completion. That was really helpful.
Oh and the red dune buggy was awesome, but the flying crotch rocket was ridiculous...wait...now I get it!
Yes i see the videos to the end , by the you awesome videos , you have saved me hundreds in repairs by showing me how to, Thank you
Love your videos. Yes I watch them to the end, but didn't really care for the car at the end of this one. Always looking forward to BFATE.
HAHAHA! Yes, I do stay till the very end. I always thoroughly enjoy your side comments while you explain everything so well. With my limited knowledge on alignment i'm super impressed you can align by sight and that it's "better than the machine". I want to learn that! Also, I listen to Rawnald Gregory Erickson the Second as well!
I always watch to the end brian... your smart and funny thats what makes your videos so entertaining and educational, i really like that red sandrail at the end
There has to be something to prevent it from spinning undone in the event it breaks loose. A clip, a wire, a jig- something. Steering is the most important system as far as preventing injury. If the brakes fail, you can aim for something cheap etc. If the steering comes undone- you're furschitzled.
Good perspectives and a great level of detail! Thanks for the video - watched all the way to the end if you wanted to know.
hi brian... i've done some homebrew wheel alignment with hbefreight laser levels and white cardboard infront of car. I'm sure u could do as good as the alignment shop with laser levels taped to each front wheel too.
thanks for the great vids!
I skipped some parts but did see the end! Thanks for the great camera work and the thinking mans commentary. Your comments about having kids and languages demonstrate that tech skills and language skills are complementary. Yes, he sheer numbers and variation of languages makes my mind "babble" too.
Oh, that the current occupant of the White House was competent,even in one language, and could think and speak as well as an auto mechanic.
Great tutorial Brian.
Watched it all the way to the end lol.
Cheers m8
Great video, Bravo. I'm changing my struts and shocks soon and this info is gonna be perfect for checking condition of the front steering components.
I was trained that way when I was young, but now days you get all kinds of errors in manufacturing or translation to metric units. Ultimately you have to have the tires aimed right, so that's where I look to.
Its never over unless the fat lady sings or there is a jet bike flying over the field.
Great Video!
I like when you leave in your difficulties and show your thought process in overcoming them, my favorite part of your videos!
I watched the whole thing Brian.Thank you. I'm about to change my wife's 1992 Lebaron inner tie rod as suggested by where she gets her inspections every year. I had a suspicion I would be needing specialized tools. At the beginning you show a Mustang 2. It looks as though at the end you're working on a Caravan?I'm hoping it's the same setup and parts.Thanks for all your mechanical help!
That's correct. If possible for a vague video concept like this, I try to show more than one example. It will be similar. You're welcome- I'm just happy you find the videos helpful! The videos are a LOT of work- so I'm glad they're being watched and appreciated.
Thanks for the tips, didn't want to remove the boot for no reason.
(LoL, bad Rod.... properly knocked your little end off! And nut off!)
Love the mechanic humor!
Wow… Your video was exceptionally well done…Great video of every facet of the job…. Good narration… Good common sense application of the entire process … And I am not a mechanic - I am a old guy trying to do my own repairs since I am mechanically adept with respect to fine motor coordination… Thank You …. Also, I loved the last two minutes of great wheels from unusual auto-artists…. Steve
i like the last part brian where you were aiming at, the yellow box on the left side rear of the car was pretty helpful, you should have both yellow box on the left side. it would be so much easier to see...thank you for the video
Wow! That's the kind of compliment that hits me right in the pick-me-up. Thanks!
You're very patient . I alway want to make a video, but it's always a mess everywhere so I have up the camera at the beginning. Not to mention all the cursing random stuff
I always watch them till the end! Love the bonus footage.
Heck yeah I watch until the end. I think you have a great mix of videos (short and to the point/longer and more process-focused). Besides, I enjoy your insights and positive attitude regarding life/stress/all that other stuff. Thanks for the videos1
That little thing you called a plug that's on the outside of the tool is an Allen set screw. Its used to hold the crows foot wrench inside the cup. This way the crows foot wrench won't keep falling out of the cup end of the wrench.
Hey Brian, I like your videos for both, learning how to work on the mechanical systems of the vehicles, and to learn about the parts, tools and procedures in english.
We do have some brazilians mechanics/technicians also making videos like you do, but there´re much more videos in english.
So Thank you for this helpful video. I'm redoing some front end work on my wife's Monte Carlo that has 360K miles and she tells me that from what she knows its never been done before! Awesome at least I'm useful for something. Anyway I'm going to head out and pull a late nighter in the shop wile learning about a front wheel drive car. And Yes I watched all the way to the end. I like the paddle rig the you had up there. Big Jeep fan my self though.
The video was very helpful. It gave me confidence in doing another tie rod job. Did one a couple of years ago and was amazed how much I forgot. The only question I have is where did you buy that boot band clamp plier? I used a thick tie wrap last time I did a tie rod replacement. Thank you for the video.
I bought it off the MAC truck while I was working at the dealership. They're available on Amazon too. Here's a link→ www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002SREPY/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B0002SREPY&linkCode=as2&tag=httpwwwyou00f-20&linkId=QXFPWDBYA6ICQHWY
Dude your the best I love this video your the coolest I've enjoyed everything about this video and I feel very confident in putting on inner and outer the rods thank you so much GOD bless