I love how you actually clean every part before putting things back together. You know not all mechanics do this. I was trained under a master mechanic back in the late 70's and this is how he trained me. clean everything then reassemble. You're awesome Ray and very meticulous. Thanks for such great videos.
And mold making and tool and die it was a must to clean every part because one little grain of sand control you out thousands of an inch and totally ruin your tooling it's the right thing to do and at the end when the customer looks it looks like you cared and it it makes a big difference have a good day
@Michael Pressman I've had so much business it's not even funny over a tiny little job for someone where they noticed the little things like cleanliness. It leaves a good impression, promotes pride in your work, and pays dividends financially too
I’m hearing the same comment from Ray “stay tuned this is going to be a very good video”. Well, he’s right, it is! The general knowledge and understanding of the vehicles he fixes is tremendous. They don’t come much better than Ray here!
It's always astounding how watching a competent craftsman keeps my attention so focused that I don't hear my wife talking to me from across the room (keep up the great content ray) !
I hate to say it it's typical of my wife too she doesn't know whether I'm talking to the phone or talking to her but we managed to work things out have a good day
The pulsing for that heater in the O2 is perfectly normal. I often test with a bulb as well. It will actually line up perfectly with the voltage duty cycle on your scan tool live data in relate to fuel trims.
Hey bud I just want to say thank you for being a human being and keeping it real and no editing and no making of stuff thank you for being a real human being and a real gentleman and a real mechanic actually does make make mistakes and does correct them and admit when he makes them thank you for being a real human being buddy we need all mechanics to be like you you're honesty carries you a long way God bless you and remember when you looking down look up cuz God is looking right at you
Dirt is the chief enemy of any mechanical system. One of the mechanics who taught me illustrated it this way. Take a teaspoon, fill it with sand, and level it off with a straight edge. Then dump it down the throat of the carburetor (behind the air cleaner). You have just caused 10,000 miles of wear to that engine. Love the videos, Ray! Keep 'em coming!
TH-cam is showdown banning you, it took me a lifetime to find your videos. Please don't stop when you're doing we love it. Keep fighting the system brother
WOW! Even the wire wheel struggled to get that built-up carbon deposits off. The engine thanks you Ray, and I salute you. A job worth doing, is worth doing right! That's called an EOL O-ring on that pick up tube. (End Of Life)
I am a former validation engineer and I always have questioned other engineers about placement of known sensor , wiring , fuel systems, and filter issues I was tasked due to previous customer complaints . The bottom line is the only factor that takes president over anything connected to a million dollar machine because most corporations are controlled by bean counters . Engineers are the ones who have to fix all the B.S. failures from customer complaints and have budget cuts forced on their department leaving them only to use vendors under contract who caused most of these failures .
I wholeheartedly agree. I did my time as an engineer for two major European manufacturers and experienced all the same frustrations. Even though I've been out of the role for a good many years now it still annoys me a little when I hear mechanics complaining about the engineers who actually had to put the car/ truck into production with costs being the bottom line all the time.
@@RainmanRaysRepairs That’s the end result most of the time. Would I state that engineers always get it right? No, I’m not that naive; there are plenty of examples of long standing issues that are the result of fundamentally poor basic design… but even when engineers put their hands up and say “we got this wrong, we need to rethink” - the accountants say “you’ve got to make the best of what you’ve already got”. Having been a hands on engineer and done plenty of repair work myself, I can understand the frustrations from both perspectives.
Most industries call it "eating your own dogfood". Until you've had to repair that thing, you're in no position to argue your design is end to end perfect.
*@**1:22* My '89 Buick Reatta uses the same HVAC controller. Relatively inexpensive, available new from many sources, Very simple to disassemble, lubricate and renew if needed.
I wish I had a mechanic like you that was thorough, honest, and took pride in their work like you do years ago, and I may have held on to my vehicle a lot longer. Now I lease them new, and they are turned in right when the warranty expires... I had too many repeated nightmares with dishonest, slipshod mechanics that ruined the joy of keeping a well maintained and paid off automobile... I have respect for you! 🙂
Whenever I watch an oil change on YT, I just love seeing the old dirty oil drain out. But I love seeing even more, the new oil being poured in. Come on Ray next time show us that new caramel elixer being poured into the engine! I love the hear the engine say, "Ahhhh" whenever new oil is put in.
I was in the garage the other day at the shop that does my work and the mechanic was working on a cabover van just like that one and I asked them do you watch Ray Raymond Rayman and he said yeah all the time have a good day
And a $200 trip to the junk yard could replace the seats and defective seatbelt latch, not to mention numerous other cosmetic flaws derived from dedicated years of service. Maybe they do and maybe they don't but vehicles seem to have a soul appreciative of frequent service and will attempt to keep you going if you seem to care.
11:25 my favorite song ever! I love your shops music it’s so fun to reminisce about the songs while I watch something I’m so passionate about! Thank you for all the quality content Ray!
I always change the O-rings on the pick up tubes to avoid oil pressure issues later on down the line and then have to redo it under warranty because I like to do it right the first time.
Glad to see such a thorough job done in that oil pan. Being mostly man hours, that good of a job just doesn't happen without a big price tag attached. I don't know what they paid for the job, but knowing it is cleaned and done properly would really ease my mind.
The Duramax V8 engine is a family of 6.6 liter Diesel V8 engines produced by DMAX, a joint venture between General Motors and Isuzu in Moraine, Ohio. The Duramax block and heads are poured at The Defiance GM Powertrain foundry in Defiance County, Ohio. This engine was initially installed in 2001 Chevrolet and GMC trucks, and has since become an option in pickups, vans, and medium-duty trucks. In 2006, production at Moraine was reportedly limited to approximately 200,000 engines per year.[1] On May 9, 2007, DMAX announced the production of the 1,000,000th Duramax V8 at its Moraine facility,[1] followed by the 2,000,000th on March 24, 2017.
These are pretty solid vans. We drive a fleet of 3500s. The last major redesign was in 2003 and since then barely anything has changed except the transmissions. Around 2010 GM went from the 4-speed automatic to a 6-speed. The main things to watch out for are brakes and cooling system issues. The brake system will corrode from the inside out if you do not change your brake fluid often enough and you will be looking at a $2000 repair bill. The same is true of cooling. That orange "OAT" coolant becomes corrosive when exposed to oxygen and will corrode the entire cooling system. The coolant level naturally declines due to seepage from the water pump etc. This means you must monitor your coolant level closely and top it up if it does not reach up to the radiator cap, or you will again be looking at a $2000 repair to replace all of the cooling system. Ask me how I know. By the way if you have a 6-speed transmission and it is always shifting into the wrong gear, get the shift schedule reprogrammed. We had some of what were supposedly "the same" vans and transmissions, but some would have good power and drive great while others were absolute dogs, constantly shifting into too high of a gear and then downshifting when you lost too much speed. Just an awful driving experience. Others, though, were really nice. Go figure.
I can't get my guys to put back all the clips on a splash guard and you're scrubbing the oil pan... Thank you for being an example of how good we can be.
I’m a retired electrician when I was an apprentice I had it drummed into me that bulbs grow in the garden lamps light the way. Have a good day everyone.
Altho I would not have the patience to clean an oil-tub like this and it looks absolutely gross, the tech-nerd in me is just so happy to see a machine having its oil-carrying bits cleaned and maintained.
Very cool mate, well done you must have located the last remaining fan clutch for that van in the USA LOL. Glad it all finished off well for you and Ty as always for the video effort. Keep Safe Keep Strong 🦘🦘🦘🦘
The 4L60/80 are the electronic versions of the TH400 transmission. Had the pleasure of working on both, and all of the pre electronic transmissions from the other automakers.
Correct on the 4L80. Same as a T400 with an overdrive planet added to the front. Many interchangeable parts. T400 probably the best transmission Chev ever produced.
It was my understanding the 4LXX series was a progression from the700r4 series but I could be wrong, plenty of experts on YT. Never got to own a awesome equipped 400 turbo Hydromatic vehicle - always had 350's (good trans too)
@@LJJKD1947 No, the 4L60 and then the 4L60E evolved from the 700R4. The only thing a 4L60 and a 4L80 have in common is oil. The 4l80 is commonly retrofitted into many performance applications due to its strength and dependability. However, it is heavier than the 4L60(E) and takes more power to turn.
These GM 6.0l V8's are the same blocks we run in the Freightliner based UPS trucks we have, dyno out at the factory between 325hp and 345hp. They really move.
Restaurant work could denote you at one time were a dishwasher like me. Yea my fingertips are pretty immune from heat as well. Goes to show the dish machine was operating properly. 180 degrees. Aloha.
One part I don't miss about not being a tech anymore is the new parts crap show (specifically aftermarket ones). Being handed the wrong part or incorrect part for said vehicle numerous times, all the while trying to beat the time allotted for the job and so the customer can get their vehicle back to them in a certain time period. Then by the time the right part arrives the pressure added by the parts crap show now puts added pressure on the tech to get the job done asap. I don't miss it at all.
My wife says I have asbestos hands for the same reason because of car and restaurant employment. You just get used to how it feels and go on. Callouses definitely help.
Most techs wouldn't even bother cleaning the oil pan, but the best techs like Ray make it standard operating procedure to do it right, to make it Nice and Shiny👍 I'd do the same. I recently had the plenum off my Firebird, cleaned it inside and out and I even painted it😁
Great video as usual Ray😊 I recently replaced the pan gasket on my wife's 97 Astro AWD, whoever previously worked on the van apparently thought it would be ok to leave the front two bolts out.
My 2001 Lumina had that no click safety feature...it was unobtainium, even from GM parts bins. Luckily, I had the 60-40 front seat, so I used the middle passenger buckle. And those valve covers are so clean that it will be obvious someone's been there recently and that someone cares about the job they do.
Ray is so good that I don't own an Astro van and don't even plan on owning one but to watch him work on one is why I watched the full video. Thank you for loading these videos.
Ray , the best all around mechanic I've seen 🖒🖒.. Got to love working on vans.. LOL.. Thanks for all the teachings you do Brother !! Slow motion CLIIIIIIIICCKKKKKK..😂😂 HAVE A GRRRREAT DAY!!😎
Then, one day, at band clamp…. (American pie reference) lol newer Chevy vans are nicer for oil pan gasket than old ones. Old ones had to remove bolt from pass side engine mount, and lift engine for clearance. Clearance Clarence. Lol. Good vid tho!
Ray, another great video the only concern I had at the end was that the oil fill cap wasn’t aligned like you are always determined to set at. I hope you caught that and made the necessary adjustment ha ha I have a great rest of the weekend always enjoy every one of your videos
I used to drive a 1 ton van for my job and I never allowed to get that dusty/dirty inside, but then I am a little OCD. I keep all my rigs as clean as possible.
Watching your videos it makes me afraid to take any of my vehicles to a shop now. I wish you worked where I live so I could have some confidence in my mechanic.
Punch a hole in the oil filter a couple of times and let it drain while you remove the oil from the drain plug - not so messy - suggestion only - that's how I do it
I prefer the vacuum line HVAC system to the electronic version. It is dependable. I have a 1988 GMC pick up and have replaced the 9 port vacuum switch one time in all the years we have owned it. I have also repaired the vacuum lines once. On the 1999 GMC Suburban we own, I have replaced all the door motors at least once and the defrost motor three times over the years. All motors had the same problem. The plastic gear cracks and the metal shat moves without the plastic gear moving and yes I use GM parts, but they are now made in China.
Leverage is your friend until gravity takes over. When you took the oil filter off my first thought was; they're treating this thing terribly. That oik looked like an old briggs and stratton lawn mower oil, don't change just add. As always great vid. I really took heed with the dramatic slo-mo.
5:11 I think most of the oil in the torque converter dust cover may have been after removal because I think it passed under the flow of oil from the drain pan.
Any time I watch your videos, right when I think ooh do forget to do this you come in with a ( yes don't worry I already did this kind of saying) it's like your reading my mind.
Ray, Where did you learn all about being a mechanic? My dad was a mechanic all of his life and was self taught for the most part. But there wasn't all that much to automobiles back in the 1930s and 40s. Some of his education came from attending seminars and classes for specialty items. He invited me to accompany him to one of them and we learn all about those new fangled disc brakes that we had been hearing about. It was a fascinating class, but I chose a different career path. I never liked getting greasy.
Nice job Ray: Excellent job sir. Lately what they call mechanics is a real joke. Every dealer here in N.J. labor rates is $ 250.00 to $ 300.00, an hour. Car parts here in N.J. are nuts & getting worse. For a 2014 Subaru Outback to replace the intermediate exhaust pipe & both mufflers are $ 2,000.00 + rax & shop supplies. That includes 2 hours labor at $ 250.00 an hour. If you ask for a discount they tell you to take a hike. TMP from N.J.
@@Slithey7433 Good morning Mr. Giff: I've been turning wrenches for 60 years & sold both of my shops. I got so pissed off at try to get things done I ended up doing things myself. I needed brakes on my Subaru & trying not to get Chinese crap it took me 7 weeks & hours on the computer. What should have cost $ 500 to 600 max cost me $1,831.00 to get it done correctly. Most unsuspecting people are at the mercy of these morons at the auto chain stores & have 0 product knowledge. They read & tell you what their computer says & tough shit. God forbid if you ask where the parts come from or where there made. There is a Subaru parts dept. Close to me & the parts Mgr is a terrific person but the Owner / dealer sets up the prices & they will not deal. What kind of a vehicle do you own sir ???? TMP from N.J.
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Here's another great perspective Ray, Pine Hollow Auto Diagnostic.
I.. I... I don't think you used enough brake cleaner.
Shoulda went to the Junk yard and pulled pans for now and years to come.
Try not to show catalytic converters too much the street urchins start salvating.
Better mileage...new fan clutch.
I love how you actually clean every part before putting things back together. You know not all mechanics do this. I was trained under a master mechanic back in the late 70's and this is how he trained me. clean everything then reassemble. You're awesome Ray and very meticulous. Thanks for such great videos.
And mold making and tool and die it was a must to clean every part because one little grain of sand control you out thousands of an inch and totally ruin your tooling it's the right thing to do and at the end when the customer looks it looks like you cared and it it makes a big difference have a good day
@Michael Pressman I've had so much business it's not even funny over a tiny little job for someone where they noticed the little things like cleanliness. It leaves a good impression, promotes pride in your work, and pays dividends financially too
Good to see a mechanic taking pride in his work. You should be proud.
Add.. that inexperienced mechanics learn how to repair THE RIGHT WAY by watching Ray.
I’m hearing the same comment from Ray “stay tuned this is going to be a very good video”. Well, he’s right, it is! The general knowledge and understanding of the vehicles he fixes is tremendous. They don’t come much better than Ray here!
I wish I had a Ray in my neck of the woods and I am sure many here would agree.
Ray would get the the most wicked discount on brake clean ever known at MY Autozone!
After all those comments here, I’ve just one thing to add. Slow-mo clickage was the Cherry on top😂😂, thank you Sir
The oil pan cleaning was so satisfying on some primal level for me
It's always astounding how watching a competent craftsman keeps my attention so focused that I don't hear my wife talking to me from across the room (keep up the great content ray) !
Listen to John Prine - The Other Side of Town🍺
does she get mad at you when you dont answer.???
@@MrMustangMan yep
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I hate to say it it's typical of my wife too she doesn't know whether I'm talking to the phone or talking to her but we managed to work things out have a good day
The pulsing for that heater in the O2 is perfectly normal. I often test with a bulb as well. It will actually line up perfectly with the voltage duty cycle on your scan tool live data in relate to fuel trims.
Hey bud I just want to say thank you for being a human being and keeping it real and no editing and no making of stuff thank you for being a real human being and a real gentleman and a real mechanic actually does make make mistakes and does correct them and admit when he makes them thank you for being a real human being buddy we need all mechanics to be like you you're honesty carries you a long way God bless you and remember when you looking down look up cuz God is looking right at you
I live in Michigan, I am absolutely flabbergasted at how easy that O2 sensor came out!!!!!
Yeah not much rust in Florida unless you're on the beach
Yep, in Michigan they’re rusted shut.
Dirt is the chief enemy of any mechanical system. One of the mechanics who taught me illustrated it this way. Take a teaspoon, fill it with sand, and level it off with a straight edge. Then dump it down the throat of the carburetor (behind the air cleaner). You have just caused 10,000 miles of wear to that engine. Love the videos, Ray! Keep 'em coming!
TH-cam is showdown banning you, it took me a lifetime to find your videos. Please don't stop when you're doing we love it. Keep fighting the system brother
An auto mechanic - tech that works on customer's cars like it was his own is just so great to see. Fantastic!
WOW! Even the wire wheel struggled to get that built-up carbon deposits off. The engine thanks you Ray, and I salute you. A job worth doing, is worth doing right!
That's called an EOL O-ring on that pick up tube. (End Of Life)
I am a former validation engineer and I always have questioned other engineers about placement of known sensor , wiring , fuel systems, and filter issues I was tasked due to previous customer complaints . The bottom line is the only factor that takes president over anything connected to a million dollar machine because most corporations are controlled by bean counters . Engineers are the ones who have to fix all the B.S. failures from customer complaints and have budget cuts forced on their department leaving them only to use vendors under contract who caused most of these failures .
I wholeheartedly agree. I did my time as an engineer for two major European manufacturers and experienced all the same frustrations. Even though I've been out of the role for a good many years now it still annoys me a little when I hear mechanics complaining about the engineers who actually had to put the car/ truck into production with costs being the bottom line all the time.
As a fellow engineer I'll note that non-engineers just DON'T appreciate ALL THE EFFORT THAT W-A-S SPENT designing that damn vehicle.
I believe you guys design masterpieces and then come in the suits and ruin everything
@@RainmanRaysRepairs That’s the end result most of the time. Would I state that engineers always get it right? No, I’m not that naive; there are plenty of examples of long standing issues that are the result of fundamentally poor basic design… but even when engineers put their hands up and say “we got this wrong, we need to rethink” - the accountants say “you’ve got to make the best of what you’ve already got”. Having been a hands on engineer and done plenty of repair work myself, I can understand the frustrations from both perspectives.
Most industries call it "eating your own dogfood". Until you've had to repair that thing, you're in no position to argue your design is end to end perfect.
*@**1:22*
My '89 Buick Reatta uses the same HVAC controller.
Relatively inexpensive, available new from many sources,
Very simple to disassemble, lubricate and renew if needed.
Not die at work. Great rule👍😀
I wish I had a mechanic like you that was thorough, honest, and took pride in their work like you do years ago, and I may have held on to my vehicle a lot longer. Now I lease them new, and they are turned in right when the warranty expires... I had too many repeated nightmares with dishonest, slipshod mechanics that ruined the joy of keeping a well maintained and paid off automobile... I have respect for you! 🙂
You don't need to say it is going to be a very good video - they are always very good videos :)
Whenever I watch an oil change on YT, I just love seeing the old dirty oil drain out. But I love seeing even more, the new oil being poured in. Come on Ray next time show us that new caramel elixer being poured into the engine! I love the hear the engine say, "Ahhhh" whenever new oil is put in.
I want to be a mechanic and I have been stedying for about 4-5 year's now and this is my first year of high school I love your videos
Great video Ray, I have a 2004 version of that van and need to do a similar service and this will help me exponentially better than just winging it!!!
I was in the garage the other day at the shop that does my work and the mechanic was working on a cabover van just like that one and I asked them do you watch Ray Raymond Rayman and he said yeah all the time have a good day
I couldn't figure out why I couldn't get myself going, then it dawned on me !! I haven't had any rainman Ray. So here I am
Rainman, you have the patience of Job!
Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us amateurs.
That's the most love this truck has had in a long time!
And a $200 trip to the junk yard could replace the seats and defective seatbelt latch, not to mention numerous other cosmetic flaws derived from dedicated years of service.
Maybe they do and maybe they don't but vehicles seem to have a soul appreciative of frequent service and will attempt to keep you going if you seem to care.
Nice to see that the customer changed his oil at the recommended intervals.
Love watching you work Ray. Makes me happy your level of detail you provide to customers
11:25 my favorite song ever! I love your shops music it’s so fun to reminisce about the songs while I watch something I’m so passionate about! Thank you for all the quality content Ray!
I always change the O-rings on the pick up tubes to avoid oil pressure issues later on down the line and then have to redo it under warranty because I like to do it right the first time.
Loved the jet turbine engine sound effects with the drill wire wheel work!
Some of these vehicles would qualify for a demolition derby. Your a saint ,👍👍🇬🇧😎
Love those "MONEY SHOTS" while cleaning the pan.
My only car experience is from Car Mechanic Simulator. I enjoy watching someone who obviously knows what they’re doing. 👍
I love how you give the electric ratchet a running start like it's a Nascar thunder gun! If only it made that iconic sound.
I don't ever comment on videos but WOW! The editing was top notch in this! Keep it up Ray!
Glad to see such a thorough job done in that oil pan. Being mostly man hours, that good of a job just doesn't happen without a big price tag attached. I don't know what they paid for the job, but knowing it is cleaned and done properly would really ease my mind.
Excellent series, Ray. Again, your attention to detail and top-notch training is on full display. Be blessed!
The Duramax V8 engine is a family of 6.6 liter Diesel V8 engines produced by DMAX, a joint venture between General Motors and Isuzu in Moraine, Ohio. The Duramax block and heads are poured at The Defiance GM Powertrain foundry in Defiance County, Ohio. This engine was initially installed in 2001 Chevrolet and GMC trucks, and has since become an option in pickups, vans, and medium-duty trucks. In 2006, production at Moraine was reportedly limited to approximately 200,000 engines per year.[1] On May 9, 2007, DMAX announced the production of the 1,000,000th Duramax V8 at its Moraine facility,[1] followed by the 2,000,000th on March 24, 2017.
Aahhh 😊 the comforting sound of parts cleaner being sprayed on a Sunday morning.
These are pretty solid vans. We drive a fleet of 3500s. The last major redesign was in 2003 and since then barely anything has changed except the transmissions. Around 2010 GM went from the 4-speed automatic to a 6-speed. The main things to watch out for are brakes and cooling system issues. The brake system will corrode from the inside out if you do not change your brake fluid often enough and you will be looking at a $2000 repair bill. The same is true of cooling. That orange "OAT" coolant becomes corrosive when exposed to oxygen and will corrode the entire cooling system. The coolant level naturally declines due to seepage from the water pump etc. This means you must monitor your coolant level closely and top it up if it does not reach up to the radiator cap, or you will again be looking at a $2000 repair to replace all of the cooling system. Ask me how I know.
By the way if you have a 6-speed transmission and it is always shifting into the wrong gear, get the shift schedule reprogrammed. We had some of what were supposedly "the same" vans and transmissions, but some would have good power and drive great while others were absolute dogs, constantly shifting into too high of a gear and then downshifting when you lost too much speed. Just an awful driving experience. Others, though, were really nice. Go figure.
I can't get my guys to put back all the clips on a splash guard and you're scrubbing the oil pan... Thank you for being an example of how good we can be.
I must be getting old that loud music all day in that heat would drive me nuts
That oil pan is Grose so bad it needed a wire wheel to get it clean came out amazing Ray on how clean it is now @Rainman Ray's Repairs
As always good attention to detail and I appreciate the factthat you use the correct terminology and call it a parking brake and not emergency brake
I’m a retired electrician when I was an apprentice I had it drummed into me that bulbs grow in the garden lamps light the way. Have a good day everyone.
garden [comma] lamps
@@MrMustangMan Do’h🤦🏻♂️
I'm impressed on how much care he puts into a van that looks like the owner doesn't really care about it. Professional at all times!
I miss the days of 2 piece bellhousings. Changing a cracked 6.0l flywheel in less than an hour to a half day job. Thanks gm.
You need a couple of toothbrushes in your parts washer. Also a paint brush. Best for crevices.
Altho I would not have the patience to clean an oil-tub like this and it looks absolutely gross, the tech-nerd in me is just so happy to see a machine having its oil-carrying bits cleaned and maintained.
About the oil pan. A wise man once told me, “Any job worth doing is worth doing right”. You do thinks right.
Rays slow motion oil pan cleaning was so satisfying
Very cool mate, well done you must have located the last remaining fan clutch for that van in the USA LOL. Glad it all finished off well for you and Ty as always for the video effort.
Keep Safe Keep Strong 🦘🦘🦘🦘
The 4L60/80 are the electronic versions of the TH400 transmission. Had the pleasure of working on both, and all of the pre electronic transmissions from the other automakers.
Being a welder will numb you to heat as well. I am numb from all three tho so it is a blessing.
Correct on the 4L80. Same as a T400 with an overdrive planet added to the front. Many interchangeable parts. T400 probably the best transmission Chev ever produced.
It was my understanding the 4LXX series was a progression from the700r4 series but I could be wrong, plenty of experts on YT. Never got to own a awesome equipped 400 turbo Hydromatic vehicle - always had 350's (good trans too)
@@LJJKD1947 No, the 4L60 and then the 4L60E evolved from the 700R4. The only thing a 4L60 and a 4L80 have in common is oil. The 4l80 is commonly retrofitted into many performance applications due to its strength and dependability. However, it is heavier than the 4L60(E) and takes more power to turn.
It's a joy to watch you work.
These GM 6.0l V8's are the same blocks we run in the Freightliner based UPS trucks we have, dyno out at the factory between 325hp and 345hp. They really move.
Restaurant work could denote you at one time were a dishwasher like me. Yea my fingertips are pretty immune from heat as well. Goes to show the dish machine was operating properly. 180 degrees. Aloha.
One part I don't miss about not being a tech anymore is the new parts crap show (specifically aftermarket ones). Being handed the wrong part or incorrect part for said vehicle numerous times, all the while trying to beat the time allotted for the job and so the customer can get their vehicle back to them in a certain time period. Then by the time the right part arrives the pressure added by the parts crap show now puts added pressure on the tech to get the job done asap. I don't miss it at all.
Bad flashbacks! tgftmaresI was a GM dealer mechanic from about 74 to 99. Vans were a pain in the ass. I will probably have nightmares!
My wife says I have asbestos hands for the same reason because of car and restaurant employment. You just get used to how it feels and go on. Callouses definitely help.
The 4L80e was based on the TH400, but adds an overdrive gear, and all electronic controls. They can be build to nearly bulletproof.
TH400 was a three speed with hydraulic valve body, 4L80 has overdrive and is a computer controlled valve body.
All I got to say your very thorough from a tired old mechanic
Most techs wouldn't even bother cleaning the oil pan, but the best techs like Ray make it standard operating procedure to do it right, to make it Nice and Shiny👍 I'd do the same. I recently had the plenum off my Firebird, cleaned it inside and out and I even painted it😁
Great video as usual Ray😊
I recently replaced the pan gasket on my wife's 97 Astro AWD, whoever previously worked on the van apparently thought it would be ok to leave the front two bolts out.
nope its called an untrained man at work.
they always seem to have parts leftover after fixing something
Watching Ray he's too meticulous to leave any belts out if he does a job it's right or he won't do it at all have a good day
Thank you, Ray, for walking us through a daunting task. Again, I’m amazed at the sh*t show car manufacturers create under the hood.
Dammit Ray, I have an Autozone to run tomorrow morning!! How dare you create entertaining and informative content that may apply to my job and hobby!!
When you pulled off the filter let people know to remember and check that the rubber ring came off too.
Prep work is everything to a successful job.
My 2001 Lumina had that no click safety feature...it was unobtainium, even from GM parts bins. Luckily, I had the 60-40 front seat, so I used the middle passenger buckle.
And those valve covers are so clean that it will be obvious someone's been there recently and that someone cares about the job they do.
The pan cleaning was satisfying!
Ray is so good that I don't own an Astro van and don't even plan on owning one but to watch him work on one is why I watched the full video. Thank you for loading these videos.
Ray , the best all around mechanic I've seen 🖒🖒.. Got to love working on vans.. LOL.. Thanks for all the teachings you do Brother !! Slow motion CLIIIIIIIICCKKKKKK..😂😂
HAVE A GRRRREAT DAY!!😎
If you watch the video, it's readily apparent where that bell housing oil came from (the drain plug)
04:36
Rofl yeah but still was a leaky boi
Not the rms
I spray PB BLAST In the buckle. It works 9 out of 10 times.
That Plan G will work every time
Then, one day, at band clamp…. (American pie reference) lol newer Chevy vans are nicer for oil pan gasket than old ones. Old ones had to remove bolt from pass side engine mount, and lift engine for clearance. Clearance Clarence. Lol. Good vid tho!
Airplane reference! We have your vector Victor , Roger over. Huh. Love the satire but you have to watch it many times to catch the jokes.
I like the way that spray solvent eats up the sludge. I gotta get me some of that.
Ray, another great video the only concern I had at the end was that the oil fill cap wasn’t aligned like you are always determined to set at. I hope you caught that and made the necessary adjustment ha ha I have a great rest of the weekend always enjoy every one of your videos
I used to drive a 1 ton van for my job and I never allowed to get that dusty/dirty inside, but then I am a little OCD. I keep all my rigs as clean as possible.
Got an O2 sensor to replace on my Buick, you make it seem easy. Tempted to give it a try and replace it myself.
The slow seductive click was priceless. Lol. Great video Ray!!
Watching your videos it makes me afraid to take any of my vehicles to a shop now. I wish you worked where I live so I could have some confidence in my mechanic.
I always removed the filter after.. IDK why people say that is the wrong way. you are the mechanic lol didnt know the car gods are watching
Punch a hole in the oil filter a couple of times and let it drain while you remove the oil from the drain plug - not so messy - suggestion only - that's how I do it
I prefer the vacuum line HVAC system to the electronic version. It is dependable. I have a 1988 GMC pick up and have replaced the 9 port vacuum switch one time in all the years we have owned it. I have also repaired the vacuum lines once. On the 1999 GMC Suburban we own, I have replaced all the door motors at least once and the defrost motor three times over the years. All motors had the same problem. The plastic gear cracks and the metal shat moves without the plastic gear moving and yes I use GM parts, but they are now made in China.
Leverage is your friend until gravity takes over.
When you took the oil filter off my first thought was; they're treating this thing terribly. That oik looked like an old briggs and stratton lawn mower oil, don't change just add.
As always great vid. I really took heed with the dramatic slo-mo.
5:11 I think most of the oil in the torque converter dust cover may have been after removal because I think it passed under the flow of oil from the drain pan.
Any time I watch your videos, right when I think ooh do forget to do this you come in with a ( yes don't worry I already did this kind of saying) it's like your reading my mind.
Such the satisfying oil pan cleaning effort🤙🏼
what a job i do not fancy that so many places oil could be coming out off , thanks for the video
Ray, Where did you learn all about being a mechanic? My dad was a mechanic all of his life and was self taught for the most part. But there wasn't all that much to automobiles back in the 1930s and 40s. Some of his education came from attending seminars and classes for specialty items. He invited me to accompany him to one of them and we learn all about those new fangled disc brakes that we had been hearing about. It was a fascinating class, but I chose a different career path. I never liked getting greasy.
@11:52 - FLASHDANCE - Ray's a MANIAC, MANIAC mechanic!
I like my vac controls... it's keeps me from supporting the local RAINMAN... and supporting ME!!
Nice job Ray: Excellent job sir. Lately what they call mechanics is a real joke. Every dealer here in N.J. labor rates is $ 250.00 to $ 300.00, an hour. Car parts here in N.J. are nuts & getting worse. For a 2014 Subaru Outback to replace the intermediate exhaust pipe & both mufflers are $ 2,000.00 + rax & shop supplies. That includes 2 hours labor at $ 250.00 an hour. If you ask for a discount they tell you to take a hike. TMP from N.J.
I’m in Hunterdon County, Tom. Any recommendation for a trustworthy shop?
@@Slithey7433 Good morning Mr. Giff: I've been turning wrenches for 60 years & sold both of my shops. I got so pissed off at try to get things done I ended up doing things myself. I needed brakes on my Subaru & trying not to get Chinese crap it took me 7 weeks & hours on the computer. What should have cost $ 500 to 600 max cost me $1,831.00 to get it done correctly. Most unsuspecting people are at the mercy of these morons at the auto chain stores & have 0 product knowledge. They read & tell you what their computer says & tough shit. God forbid if you ask where the parts come from or where there made. There is a Subaru parts dept. Close to me & the parts Mgr is a terrific person but the Owner / dealer sets up the prices & they will not deal. What kind of a vehicle do you own sir ???? TMP from N.J.
new tech at pepboys, love seeing everything you do
SloMo of the oil pan being cleaned was neat.
I almost bought a full size van instead of my pickup....I would have hated working on a van. I made the right choice.
The Eurovans are really nice.
Hey Ray If you tighten the chuck then turn it back one click it locks