I just happened to stumble upon your TH-cam channel one day and your title “Schrodinger’s box “ piqued my interest as I learned of Schrodinger’s box while watching the Big Bang Theory. After watching your methodology of problem solving various mechanical and electrical issues with automobiles I wanted to learn more from you. This specific episode has convinced me I struck gold when I found your channel. I absolutely agree with your philosophy of work ethic and how we have been provided every opportunity to excel because of our privilege to live in the United States of America. The only limitations we face are the limits we impose on ourselves. I can do a lot of things others aren’t able to do, not because I am wealthy or been mentored by superior intellectuals, rather because I choose to put the time and effort into learning those things that mattered to me. You are a true asset to the TH-cam universe and I wish nothing but continued success and peace for you. Thank you for sharing your passion with us.
Really enjoyed this chat 'n fix episode. Seriously needed the pep talk that ensued. Oh...the induction roar from your internal combustion projectile during the AI simulation. Goodness Gracious!
Your videos are pure gold and my mentality is very akin to yours, however sometimes I admit that laziness kicks in. Please never stop making videos, you seem like a great guy!
What drew me to this channel was your "thinking outside of the box" attitude. I certainly understand the "parts changer" mentality. As a former maintenance planner, I tried (unsuccessfully) to get my technicians to look deep into the issue of the machine rather than the surface of the issue and band-aid a problem. Of course, production hated taking a machine offline despite the knowledge that the issue would raise again. This is one of the best channels on the Tube!! Rev on, brother!
Thanks for the education over the years, Matt (both in life and automotive stuff). I still think your fuel trim videos were the best of anyone on the subject. Take care, Bart
Thanks man- yeah those are still my favorite videos on the channel and probably still the most important. I still examine fuel trim as the first step on probably 80% of the check engine light codes I look at.
I agree 100 percent being an maintenance electrician for 50.years and now retired at 74 always being busy at refurbishing every thing I get my hands on and still gratified in everything I do ,so you and I have the same mindset, good luck and never stop what your love to do
Love your comments on persistence and comfort zone. Have also been accused of working too much. Retired now after 30 years in business and living the dream!
Congratulations on your success!! Yes I have also been accused of working too much. The truth is the accusers hate it because it makes them uncomfortable since they know you are removing their excuses and rationalization!!
I’m in my early 60s and have been working on cars since my early teens. A couple of years ago I started tuning my 6 litre LS Commodore (Aussie car) that has exhaust, OTR and cam with HP Tuners software. I tune for power of course but the most challenging part is drivability. To get a car with a cam (albeit not that radical) to start idle and drive acceptably is hard, but now it does. Being persistent and relentless is the key as it is with most things in life. You are never to old to learn you just got to have the want.
As a Skip, my fave Bombodore was the VK, then when jap crap motors was put in, I saw the light and went to Ford. My fave Ford was the BA Fairlane - straight 6, but she was beautiful. Thanks to Matt (this channel), I learned a lot. Thanks everyone.
I loved your story and even though being able to tell which cylinder is knocking might sound far fetched just think of the diagnostic sensors that are available today. Bernie sanders has ways to tell where vibrations are coming from and if you could use a sound sensor with a ignition pickup you might just be able to narrow down a knock. The sky is the limit when you have the tools and knowledge how to use them top make your diagnosis easier. Thanks so much for your informative videos.
Good point. I guess part of my issue with telling by ear which cylinder is knocking is that it doesn’t even matter lol. If there is a rod knock on an engine- what difference does it possibly make which cylinder? It’s not like you are just going to repair that cylinder issue. It’s an engine rebuild regardless.
I get to live my dream every single day (almost), I volunteer with the 3x local Boy Scouts groups. Yes I have a disability, could I get paid to work with youth? Absolutely, but I love what I do because it is my passion. Re: sacrificing things and busting haulage, as I'm on welfare (think of me how you will) I just made a huge purchase, that is going to hurt me in a big way, but the offshoot to that is, in the end, I save thousands, and I get to teach and show others how to. A famous Admiral once said "If you wanna change the world... start by making your bed."
Excellent video as always, The comment about risk really hit home. Im that odd mix of biological scientist (PhD) who also pulls apart cars (and most stuff in general) and I ended up doing my first real brake stuff this year (caliper). No problem doing pads, but thats where I used to stop . I figured out that the fear was the biggest thing holding me back but hit it head on and ended the year by replacing all of the braking components on my car by the end of the year (new lines, disks, drum brakes, flexi hoses etc) with a few learning opportunities along the way! I do this as a hobby and could easily pay someone, but I get a lot of satisfaction from the learning process and the challenge. Plus I get to help friends who can't afford it as i already have the tooling (it's a nice excuse to buy new diagnostic equipment 🤣). Still using some of the stuff that i learned on your channel about fuel trims to fix air leaks and look at engine problems. I now think about WHY something's broken rather than what. That's DEFINITELY down to your channel. Looking forwards to your new stuff in '25
Oh cool. You are now the third person I know (myself included) with a biological science degree (mine’s molecular biology) that works on cars. The other one is also a viewer of the channel too.
Yessss!!!! When you learn something, then you adapt, adapt, adapt and then adapt a little more . I agree 100%. I am seeing this video at 4 am at work waiting for an assignment. I have worked like he said and now at 62, I will retire with a fully paid house and other properties and travel the world while other people drown in a half cup of water. I don't know this person on TH-cam but he is like a brother in our thinking. Merry Christmas 🙏👍👍
Great comment and congratulations on your success!! Oh man so true- adaptability is everything. Things change constantly so once you become complacent and comfortable, you will soon fall behind again!! Got to always adapt.
Through the years. Guys like ETCG, ScannerDanner and JafroDSM and last but least, you, have taught me so much. I don't deal with mechanics besides someone changing my tires. I work on my own vehicles. Not as great looking as on a youtube video. But I feel somewhat accomplished and confident in what I do. My guess is that even in big authorized shops - people are just part swappers. Whatever. Its crazy how people would never try analytical thinking or admit they're bumbling most of the time trying to solve some problem. Recently broke a timing belt on my interference 4g63 did the cyl head job by myself. Kinda proud ngl. I thinking learning actually is tied to being humble and attentive rather than the opposite(says the guy who just boasted). Well, anyway. You're real is all imtrying to say.
thank you for saying what needs to be said outloud im a long retired mechanic but have learned a lot from you im not fluent in computer speak but am trying to repair what others would call a simple system but to me its different than what i grew up on im used to using my understanding mechanically how things work look forward to more videos
Yes that’s getting out of your comfort zone!! What’s funny is that learning the computer stuff will be more applicable than your mechanical skill was- things are becoming less and less and less mechanical.
Yes that’s getting out of your comfort zone!! What’s funny is that learning the computer stuff will be more applicable than your mechanical skill was- things are becoming less and less and less mechanical.
Matt, I totally agree with your ideology. Im 57 years old. I started in the automotive field and then worked on heavy equipment in NYC (30years). Im humble enough to realize that i lack skills to master diagnosing todays technology. I subscribe to SBQM as well as read to learn and understand these said systems. Keep up the good work. Regards
Well I got to say I really enjoy your videos, I started watching TH-cam just under 2 years ago I’m 60 years old now and I’ve just started a business doing cars just by watching ur videos and some others and I love it . Yes I am payed subscriber to your payed channel and by the way, I very really watch your payed channel but I continue to pay the monthly fee because I support your channel . I’m from the uk , 🏴 wales . So in the new year I am going to start from the start and watch ur channel all the way through because I need to top up my electrical side and will say I do have Alldata but struggle how to read wiring diagrams sometimes so I got a top up on that . Wish you all the best . Catch you around .
My excuse/complaint is the prohibitive cost of genuine or quality parts and even fluids and sometimes their lack of availability. It doesn't take much for a vehicle's repair costs in parts alone to be higher than it is to replace the vehicle. In this disposeable world it's often more profitable to part vehicles out than sinking money into new parts trying to restore them. My favorite repair is a dead fuel injector. An injector and intake gaskets are available and still affordable.
Your view of work ethic has truth. in many regards education is critical as it: (-1-) teaches memorization; (-2-) teaches how learn; (-3-) conveys science, history, math, etc.; (-4-) develops CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS. Some are better than others but EVERYONE has value. I'll conject that much of human ability is CHEMICAL driven and we just don't know what & how. Protein is critical; donuts for breakfast are no-no. Some say "fish is brain food." The PNP center in Texas does brain scans for activity to then Rx meds (chemicals) to improve brain functioning. Amen clinics (all over the country) too! .
I hope you are joking there. Statistics show more successful people are leaving California. When you are successful enough to retire and find your state taxes your retirement to unprecedented levels, you tend to leave.
Hahahaha. Yeah it totally did a 180 here. Colorado was a “last great frontier” kind of atmosphere when I moved here. Now it’s just another sanctuary state.
Could not agree with you more on work ethic and how to be successful. It takes drive. I've also never, ever, been without a job since I was 16. Now, at 56, I have my day job as a corporate pilot and a side gig of auto diag and repairs. The car repair has given me a nice extra nest egg and paid for the kids' college, along with paying for a ton of new tools along the way. It hasn't been handed to me, though. I've put in the time to study...I've been through ScannerDanner's premium channel course and, because of that time spent, have fixed cars other shops couldn't fix. It's given me a reputation in the area. I wasn't born with the ability, just the desire and the drive. Had to work hard for it and am constantly learning.
Oh wow good point - now that I think about it, yeah I have never been without a job either. Hmmm I never even thought about it before lol. Congratulations - sounds like you are doing great!!!
I have trapped about 8 mice that were living in my 2002 Chevy 2500. They can be a real problem to get rid of once they get in a vehicle! You need a tire changer like I have for your garage. I'll buy 1 and send it to you!!!! HAHA!
Everything that has ever gone right or wrong in my life is a direct result of something I did or did not do. It would be easy to blame my downfalls on the actions of someone else, but ultimately I am responsible for how I react to those actions. Nobody "Made me do it", my spectacularly disastrous spiral into the abyss that was my bout with alcoholism is a perfect example. By blaming others for my actions I had relinquished control of my life, but in reality, everything I did was ultimately a decision I made. Nobody to blame but myself. When I finally realized I was responsible for my pathetic existence, and I started making better decisions, along with doing the hard work, did my life start to improve.
Great comment and thanks for sharing that- it’s hard to take personal responsibility like that but it’s absolutely the first step towards success. Thank you for your many years of support too- seems you watch every video. I appreciate it!!
I was thinking that those rear rotors were getting a bit thin.. but the new rotors weren't any thicker. I would have just used the old ones. I know that one side had some scratches or whatever.. but it's not actually an issue.. With the new pads, it self corrects fairly quickly. Even if there is a big lip on the outer rim of the rotor.. I'll spin the wheel by hand and grind off that lip and keep on using it -- as long as the rotor is still thick enough, with plenty of meat on it............... Also, that is probably the 2nd time the front breaks have been changed. it's fairly common to put on front brakes once-- and leave the back ones alone.. and by the time your front breaks wear out again/ a 2nd time-- then the back breaks will finally be worn to nothing by then...... So it makes sense that the front brakes were just changed recently, IMO. That lines up with what I commonly see....... To be fair, the rear brakes are barely used at all. The fronts do like 80% of the braking most of the time. Those new rear brakes will probably out last the car now; which is another reason why I would have just used the old rotors............... but I get it-- they were cheap, and you're not even charging the customer.. So carry on. ;)
Totally agree however I don’t resurface rotors because of a cost effectiveness measure. It typically costs $30 to resurface a rotor and I have to wait hours- sometimes even to the next day. By contrast, my contract with Oreilleys generally gets me a new rotor for under $50. For a $20 price difference and saving the time and also the extra trips, new rotors are a better way to go - for me.
I think most tire shops have someone who can fix brakes. Just don't take it there on a Friday afternoon or day before a holiday. But I noticed a lot of shops have a quick lube brakes repairs and tires. Looks like a million dollar building, maybe two million including the property. These shops just trying to make quick money. They not really repair shops.
Nice one Matt! Last week I was out of my comfort zone, disassembling the dashboard of a Platinum Cadillac. LOTS of leather, metal clips and tons of 7mm screws. I NEED a "shop" as modest as yours... (same purpose)
That’s actually a great example. Many mechanics won’t even take on something like that. therefore, now that you have that skill, you will be one of the few people who can do it and that means you can charge a premium.
@ yeah me either. My neighbors all get together and drink all of the above. I sit watch them and laugh at them but they think it’s with them 😂 the one guy rides his bike 5 miles everyday fast for exercise then smokes 3 cigarettes 🤷🏼♂️ I don’t drink or smoke 👊🏻
When you said rear brakes. Im thinking ,left emergency brake on while driving . Then released later. I'm guessing before you get to it. But probably just liner on regular brake. Edit: I guess it wasn't the parking brake.😃 By the way you do great work.
The "out of comfort zone" for me was starting to work on EV's. My weak spot was always the electric/electronic aspect of diagnosing cars. Now I like to work on the EV's and learn all about them.
@philh9238 i do not. I own a 2011 Chevrolet Volt that I do work on and 2024 Cadillac Lyriq. I have attended a few different EV courses to learn more about them
@@philh9238 I do not. I have a 2011 Chevy Volt and a 2024 Cadillac Lyriq. I do all the work on the Volt. I have a lot of the equipment to work on the EV's and have attended EV repair classes.
Oh man such a great example Mike. Yes I totally realize I will have to start getting into this as well- I would just rather you be the guinea pig lol!!! Also my comfort zone totally got violated when I saw you using that harbor freight tire changer hahahaha!!!!!
I'd like to know the brand of gloves you use? All the ones I buy seem to split apart and I can't help but notice yours fit like a second skin but don't come apart.
Haha yeah you have to get gloves that are at least 8mil thick. I use several types- I have an employee that deals in gloves at my company and he just provides me with extra samples all the time. My favorite are the Raven brand.
@@SchrodingersBox thanks so much , I was looking into Mechanix Wear but I'll definitely look into the Raven brand. As you were doing the brakes I just thought to myself I need to get a pair of those gloves. Love your videos, I've learned so much, fuel trims, evap sys, the lot and how to analyze above all else. I'm 75, so an old dog can still learn new tricks.
Enjoy your weekend with all your family around you,Schrodingers Box, Happy New Year 🎄 🎉 ✨️ Schrodingers Box 👍 RAZOR-SHARP,Schrodingers Box Take care,Sir From Nick Ayivor from London England UK 🇬🇧 ⏰️ 05:54AM 🙏 🥶
Persistence yes, but how have you conquered frustration. That’s my #1 challenge. I check and try again and again and I still don’t get it. (Especially electrical). I have tried “everything” but I don’t have any clue where else to go. Complete confusion. You always seem to be able to suggest something else. Another thing to try. How do you survive complete frustration without giving up. For me frustration is a mental pain that can stop me in my tracks. How do you manage it?
Ah what a great great point!!! Yeah I admit I used to not be very good at that. I would still persist, but the frustration would be maddening. And persisting through frustration is not fun at all. Sometimes I’d even throw tantrums believe it or not. There are several things about it that can help: First - the best advice I may have ever got in my life is “worry only about what you have control over”. I have adapted this into my very DNA for many years and it’s the best thing I ever did. So the first thing is step back and make sure you aren’t getting frustrated over something you have no control over. If that’s the case - just use your logic to know you are wasting your time worrying about it. Look for what you do have control over. The other thing is the more you develop your skill set, the less frustration. For example - yeah, I used to round off bolt heads or break wires etc… turn a simple job into a frustrating mess. However now, I honestly can’t remember the last time I rounded off a bolt head. It’s been years. This also applies to increasing your knowledge. As your knowledge increases you have less frustration because you are familiar with the system more. If you are more familiar, you have more options- and a better direction for those options. It resolves that frustration of “I’ve tried everything and there’s no where to go”. You will have more places to go. Also- getting better tools REALLY helps with frustration. Oh man, so much. Not just obvious things like versatility to reach bolts or disconnect things without using pliers and breaking stuff. But my scope for example- I have options to be able to check an ignition or fuel without having to remove the intake manifold- which means I am not struggling to disconnect the fuel rail and then breaking a connector doing so….. I can do things faster and less invasive which reduces the chance for those spiraling frustrations. Finally- yeah sometimes I have to walk away for a bit. Maybe I’ll step away- work out and then look at my data again and now I see something I totally missed before. Or I think of a new variable I totally missed before while frustrated in the weeds. Actually- ironically - this is sometimes a source for frustration with my videos!! I might release a video and I’m all happy and proud of it but while taking a shower it enters my mind “Oh my god I never brought up this important point- or I should have thought to use this method- or use the book to demonstrate this concept”. But stepping back is usually necessary when I’m stumped. The final final thing is just a confidence that I know I’m going to solve it eventually because of my persistence and it’s going to be awesome when I succeed. This, as opposed to I’ll always be eating away at myself if I quit. It doesn’t help with the frustration but it helps you get through it lol.
Working all the time is not a flex. Maybe starting out but over time you should be able to transition to a better work life balance . Working everyday to create wealth is a caveman approach.
I agree. One of the biggest misunderstanding people have is working hard is sufficient. It’s not. You do have to work hard however you also need to continually upgrade your opportunities so you always advance. Working hard every day at the same job won’t get you rich. I’m ready to retire at any time actually. But I still enjoy my real job, I feel responsible for the success of my employees and colleagues, and I work hard for my customers. But it’s voluntary at this point.
I am one of the unambitious, US-born humans that watch the channel... Thing is, I know who I am so I don't complain about what I don't have. What's annoying though is that even I get blamed by people lazier than me (...or sometimes just dumber) for having more than them. Fun Fact: They never want my help or advice, they just want what I have (or simply that I no longer have it). People just want to feel that they're better than you without needing to prove it.
Hahaha I have absolutely no problem with that at all!!!! Absolutely none. There is nothing wrong with not being ambitious or pursuing perfection or whatever. My issue is with those who show jealousy to those who do. But if you recognize that others deserve what they earn and they don’t owe you- that’s totally fine!! In fact I can even see there are advantages to that mentality as you are more likely to be at peace and satisfied with your situation! All respect for that.
As always, great content. As per your challenge, i don't have any excuses, but im also doing very well for myself as a mechanic. But I have to ask, what do you make of cognitive abilities?? Because I've known and met a lot of people who really just can't grasp complex subjects. Dont we have an inherent advantage over them? Can you really expect the same results from everyone with enough effort?
Fair enough. There’s no doubt about it- some people are absolutely born with more cognitive abilities than others- or even more than anyone else. Not everyone can be a rocket scientist. However, most people probably can- but they don’t think they can because it sounds insurmountable. We are conditioned from an early ago that some occupations are virtually unattainable so we believe it. But also you don’t need to be a rocket scientist to be successful. In fact- I can tell you from working with hundreds of scientists that the vast majority of scientists are absolutely horrific business people. They have no business acumen at all. So to be succesful - you don’t need to be a rocket scientist- but you may possibly have to hire one. I actually only have a bachelors degree in molecular biology however I have hired numerous PhD’s in it. And they are WAY smarter than me. But that exactly why I want them!!!
My excuse was a court order to pay the ex old lady alimony. Guess her lawyer was better. But when it was over I pushed myself to eat cheap and live as cheaply as possible. Drove a paid off car for 2 years and now I’m In better shape than I was before the divorce. Now I’m getting my nastf credentials and lock smith license to become a mobile lock smith in ohio
I have done MANY of those. At high schools and colleges. I have also been a guest science teacher for advanced science programs in some high schools here.
Very true. But it is funny business often. I can tell you that some of the pressures I have had as a district manager in a fortune 200 company to drive revenues at all costs have been insane. Everything is driven by that stock price. Revenue goals MUST be met. Sometimes we would even lose profit just to meet the revenue for the quarter because we know it will affect the stock price positively. It’s is crazy and I certainly don’t love it- but it works better than socialism.
In some cases - but not always. There are also other conditions where profits will directly affect the stock price. Also lower profits will affect a companies ability to generate revenue so there is a complex network. We pay people a ton of money to understand it…. I sure don’t lol.
Have you ever replaced a timing chain on a 2nd generation nissan xterra 4.0 ? Just curious. I think my 2006 xterra timing chain going to need replaced, plastic tensioner guides i think are bad, 164k miles. I think will be a pain in the butt ,probably be doing it myself, dont trust the dealer.
You reveal yourself without knowing it. I'm not a curious person, but i've always wanted to know the origin of your infinite thirst for mockery towards other mechanics. By mechanics i mean all men in automotive repair field that don't have deep knowledge in automotive electrical/electronics. Regular mechanics must know that if someday they achieve such great knowledge will be given an advancement and the incredible "title" of "diagnostician/technician" 🤣🤧 Apparently Matts big and chronic wound was caused by simple words thrown unintentionally by "parts changers", "mechanics", "grease monkeys" or whatever else he calls them. So everything begins decades ago - around 25 years ago in ICQ and mIRC chat rooms. Matt was a young adult between 20 and 30. And he got punked in these chat rooms, while he was trying to help people. He was hurt by words. There's the story his own mouth just told us in this very video - When a guy that changed 3000$ worth of car parts still didn't fix his car problems, Matt suggested him to use voltage drop. Chat participants yelled or laughed and said sentences like - "don't listen to this blockhead , he doesn't know nothing about cars" and sentences like "using a voltage testing, he's crazy!!!". But really ? This story - 25 years ago? And you still remember it till this day. Is this why any chance you can get , you always mock general mechanics and wrench-turning grease monkeys?(it's more of a hatred if you ask me) Did your feelings got hurt because they said you're wrong ? Was Scotty Kilmer one of these chat participants ?😂 😁Maybe that's why you don't like the guy. 25 years ago in a chat he said that you are not right about some stuff. And that's why you hate him all these years. Come on Matt. Be cool. Mechanics are cool.😁 At least now i know the answer to this very important question why you don't like general mechanics😄. Everything happened.....25 years ago.......in a chat......🤣 Please tell me that Kilmer wasn't there in the chat. I think he was. 😂 Like Brandon says - C'mon man! btw : Everybody knows that automotive technicians/diagnosticians think of themself to be more IMPORTANT and GREAT 🤣than general maintenance mechanics. But now , SOME IMPORTANT NEWS. - with increasingly more vehicle communication networks, computer module programming , reprograming, flashing, coding and eeprom work. Because all of this - we can call people that are engaged in such work , give them even more special "rank" - an IT specialists😆 or why not..even.. "NETWORK AND SIGNALLING TECHNICIANS".😂 Ahahahahaha. No-no wait ! We'll call them "Software engineers" Holy-moly , what a joke.. I'm having a lot of laugh and a good time writing this BS.🤧 Nothing personal as usual. Happy and prosperous new year 2025 🎄🌟
btw : you did a TON of hard work for a DAY in a garage ! Lets see the big list of jobs you did - rear pads and rotors ! That was quite a job ! And don't forget -rear stabilizer bushings. Did you sweat? 😁That was pretty productive day in the garage. 😂You've worked very hard. 🤣You're hard working man ! Did your back hurt in the evening? In your past-life you've been one of the workers that built the pyramids !🤧ps: i personally know 2-3 men in their late 60s with whole lot of physical problems, because all these decades of "grease monkey" "no-brain-wrench-turning".10 hours a day! Year after year ! Thats a way different than just an oil change and a brake job and a few seized bolts for a whole Sunday in the backyard while eating a delicious meals cooked by a wife and enjoying the time-off and the fresh air and freedom. I know an old mechanic hunched as Quasimodo. Worked his whole life on public transport buses ,lorries , cement trucks etc. But guess what - he don't know voltage drop or ohms law. You know perfectly good that not every man or woman out there can do work on their cars. That's why there's shops. And these shops won't be there if there isn't "grease monkeys". I'm talking about a day of hard work. 10 oil changes, 5 brake jobs, suspension work, wheels and tires, exhaust work, and a ton of other general maintance work for 10 hours straight , each day ! And leave Scotty alone man, he's an old man. Yours is total disrespect to the field man. 😞
I think what you were trying to say is "having a chip on your shoulder"? Regrettably, I have never met Matt. For the millions of us around the world who can relate to "parts cannon" professionals ripping us off, wasting our time($), he's a good American. IMHO, Sensei Matt teaches how to fish - selflessly.
And now it’s obvious- it’s your projection that is the cause of your lack of success. And ignorance. So after working my typical 72 hour week, I filmed this video on the day after Christmas - when typically most people take vacation. Filming a job takes triple the time because of positioning camera, checking sound and that I got the shots, and then comes at least 3 hours of editing and then proofing. This video took 10 hours to complete for both parts. And I finished it overnight…. While you were having your hissy fit instead of being productive. I do appreciate that you watch and comment though- you keep getting me paid!!
You're saying you are privileged because you were lucky enough to be born in the US... Which I wouldn't call it a privilege; We just got to start without the burden of being born in the wrong place.. So instead of starting at a negative.. We got to start at ground zero-- from the starting line. So you're saying we are privileged to not be burdened.. I don't see that as a privilege, personally. There are millions that had the same starting point as you and I -- and they are living in a tent under a bridge somewhere. We all have to be accountable for the decisions we make. Some will try to say we are "lucky": We have to make our own luck. Luck is just preparation meeting opportunity. You were only able to take advantage of the opportunities that came your way, because you put in the work to prepare for them before hand, through sacrifice.
I can accept that however there are absolutely some people not born in the US that don’t have the privilege to pursue opportunities. communist Russia for example. Or a woman under taliban controlled territory. I would argue that they would say I have privilege they don’t have. I have viewers in some parts of Africa where there are no automotive tech schools. They don’t exist. In America I have the ability to attend one if I wanted to.
Honored to be a part of it!!! Great discussion and thanks for your years of support- And truth be told, every time I see your name I always think it’s saying “cornholio” lol.
For the distractors: Matt's source of motivation - his impetus(?) - is key to understanding true success. Regrettably, I have never met Matt. For the millions of us around the world who can relate to "parts cannon" professionals ripping us off, wasting our time($), he's a good American. IMHO, Sensei Matt teaches how to fish - selflessly. He has taken a negative action from the past and created a solid fountain of knowledge for everyone. Shedding shackles of the past. (I can't help but relate Matt's Phoenix!) Kudos. 🫵💪.
Oh man thanks!! Very appreciated! Much of my motivation came from growing up in a “victim mentality” while on welfare. Mom never worked a day in her life- just focused on blaming others and justifying her milking of the system. I hated it and wanted to get out of that cycle.
I just happened to stumble upon your TH-cam channel one day and your title “Schrodinger’s box “ piqued my interest as I learned of Schrodinger’s box while watching the Big Bang Theory. After watching your methodology of problem solving various mechanical and electrical issues with automobiles I wanted to learn more from you. This specific episode has convinced me I struck gold when I found your channel. I absolutely agree with your philosophy of work ethic and how we have been provided every opportunity to excel because of our privilege to live in the United States of America. The only limitations we face are the limits we impose on ourselves. I can do a lot of things others aren’t able to do, not because I am wealthy or been mentored by superior intellectuals, rather because I choose to put the time and effort into learning those things that mattered to me. You are a true asset to the TH-cam universe and I wish nothing but continued success and peace for you. Thank you for sharing your passion with us.
Nicely said. I hope he reads this. 💯👍
Hey thanks Ken, your comment absolutely made my day!!! I am so glad you found the channel!!
Oh I read EVERY comment!!
Really enjoyed this chat 'n fix episode. Seriously needed the pep talk that ensued.
Oh...the induction roar from your internal combustion projectile during the AI simulation.
Goodness Gracious!
Hahaha glad you enjoyed it!!!
Your videos are pure gold and my mentality is very akin to yours, however sometimes I admit that laziness kicks in. Please never stop making videos, you seem like a great guy!
Well thank you and glad to hear you are enjoying the channel! Thanks for commenting.
What drew me to this channel was your "thinking outside of the box" attitude. I certainly understand the "parts changer" mentality. As a former maintenance planner, I tried (unsuccessfully) to get my technicians to look deep into the issue of the machine rather than the surface of the issue and band-aid a problem. Of course, production hated taking a machine offline despite the knowledge that the issue would raise again. This is one of the best channels on the Tube!! Rev on, brother!
Ah wow thanks!!! I always say- don’t think outside the box, realize there is no box!!
Thanks for the education over the years, Matt (both in life and automotive stuff).
I still think your fuel trim videos were the best of anyone on the subject.
Take care,
Bart
Thanks man- yeah those are still my favorite videos on the channel and probably still the most important. I still examine fuel trim as the first step on probably 80% of the check engine light codes I look at.
I agree 100 percent being an maintenance electrician for 50.years and now retired at 74 always being busy at refurbishing every thing I get my hands on and still gratified in everything I do ,so you and I have the same mindset, good luck and never stop what your love to do
Great advice and congratulations on the well deserved retirement!!
Love your comments on persistence and comfort zone. Have also been accused of working too much. Retired now after 30 years in business and living the dream!
You should simulate a 180 mph run. 🤣 Love this channel.
Hahahaha so far I have simulated 165. Was afraid of going to jail lol.
Congratulations on your success!! Yes I have also been accused of working too much. The truth is the accusers hate it because it makes them uncomfortable since they know you are removing their excuses and rationalization!!
I’m in my early 60s and have been working on cars since my early teens. A couple of years ago I started tuning my 6 litre LS Commodore (Aussie car) that has exhaust, OTR and cam with HP Tuners software. I tune for power of course but the most challenging part is drivability. To get a car with a cam (albeit not that radical) to start idle and drive acceptably is hard, but now it does. Being persistent and relentless is the key as it is with most things in life. You are never to old to learn you just got to have the want.
Agreed! Great story!!
As a Skip, my fave Bombodore was the VK, then when jap crap motors was put in, I saw the light and went to Ford. My fave Ford was the BA Fairlane - straight 6, but she was beautiful. Thanks to Matt (this channel), I learned a lot. Thanks everyone.
I loved your story and even though being able to tell which cylinder is knocking might sound far fetched just think of the diagnostic sensors that are available today. Bernie sanders has ways to tell where vibrations are coming from and if you could use a sound sensor with a ignition pickup you might just be able to narrow down a knock. The sky is the limit when you have the tools and knowledge how to use them top make your diagnosis easier. Thanks so much for your informative videos.
Good point. I guess part of my issue with telling by ear which cylinder is knocking is that it doesn’t even matter lol. If there is a rod knock on an engine- what difference does it possibly make which cylinder? It’s not like you are just going to repair that cylinder issue. It’s an engine rebuild regardless.
I get to live my dream every single day (almost), I volunteer with the 3x local Boy Scouts groups. Yes I have a disability, could I get paid to work with youth? Absolutely, but I love what I do because it is my passion.
Re: sacrificing things and busting haulage, as I'm on welfare (think of me how you will) I just made a huge purchase, that is going to hurt me in a big way, but the offshoot to that is, in the end, I save thousands, and I get to teach and show others how to.
A famous Admiral once said "If you wanna change the world... start by making your bed."
Excellent video as always,
The comment about risk really hit home. Im that odd mix of biological scientist (PhD) who also pulls apart cars (and most stuff in general) and I ended up doing my first real brake stuff this year (caliper). No problem doing pads, but thats where I used to stop . I figured out that the fear was the biggest thing holding me back but hit it head on and ended the year by replacing all of the braking components on my car by the end of the year (new lines, disks, drum brakes, flexi hoses etc) with a few learning opportunities along the way!
I do this as a hobby and could easily pay someone, but I get a lot of satisfaction from the learning process and the challenge. Plus I get to help friends who can't afford it as i already have the tooling (it's a nice excuse to buy new diagnostic equipment 🤣).
Still using some of the stuff that i learned on your channel about fuel trims to fix air leaks and look at engine problems. I now think about WHY something's broken rather than what. That's DEFINITELY down to your channel.
Looking forwards to your new stuff in '25
Oh cool. You are now the third person I know (myself included) with a biological science degree (mine’s molecular biology) that works on cars. The other one is also a viewer of the channel too.
Only one person is responsible for your own success. Yourself.
Yessss!!!! When you learn something, then you adapt, adapt, adapt and then adapt a little more .
I agree 100%. I am seeing this video at 4 am at work waiting for an assignment. I have worked like he said and now at 62, I will retire with a fully paid house and other properties and travel the world while other people drown in a half cup of water.
I don't know this person on TH-cam but he is like a brother in our thinking. Merry Christmas 🙏👍👍
Great comment and congratulations on your success!! Oh man so true- adaptability is everything. Things change constantly so once you become complacent and comfortable, you will soon fall behind again!! Got to always adapt.
Through the years. Guys like ETCG, ScannerDanner and JafroDSM and last but least, you, have taught me so much. I don't deal with mechanics besides someone changing my tires. I work on my own vehicles. Not as great looking as on a youtube video. But I feel somewhat accomplished and confident in what I do. My guess is that even in big authorized shops - people are just part swappers. Whatever. Its crazy how people would never try analytical thinking or admit they're bumbling most of the time trying to solve some problem. Recently broke a timing belt on my interference 4g63 did the cyl head job by myself. Kinda proud ngl. I thinking learning actually is tied to being humble and attentive rather than the opposite(says the guy who just boasted). Well, anyway. You're real is all imtrying to say.
Nothing wrong with being proud! It doesn’t contradict humility- arrogance does.
thank you for saying what needs to be said outloud im a long retired mechanic but have learned a lot from you im not fluent in computer speak but am trying to repair what others would call a simple system but to me its different than what i grew up on im used to using my understanding mechanically how things work look forward to more videos
Yes that’s getting out of your comfort zone!! What’s funny is that learning the computer stuff will be more applicable than your mechanical skill was- things are becoming less and less and less mechanical.
Yes that’s getting out of your comfort zone!! What’s funny is that learning the computer stuff will be more applicable than your mechanical skill was- things are becoming less and less and less mechanical.
Great episode! Really solid advice.
Matt,
I totally agree with your ideology. Im 57 years old. I started in the automotive field and then worked on heavy equipment in NYC (30years). Im humble enough to realize that i lack skills to master diagnosing todays technology. I subscribe to SBQM as well as read to learn and understand these said systems.
Keep up the good work.
Regards
Thanks for your subscription and glad we agree on the attitude needed for success!!
Doing a good job mat merry Christmas to you and family mate 😂😂😅😅
Happy new year!!!
You got me beat Matt. I only worked three years, seven days, and 16 hours a day in my 20’s.
It's amazing how far AI technology has come!
Hahahaha it was almost like really being there wasn’t it!!!
Well I got to say I really enjoy your videos, I started watching TH-cam just under 2 years ago I’m 60 years old now and I’ve just started a business doing cars just by watching ur videos and some others and I love it . Yes I am payed subscriber to your payed channel and by the way, I very really watch your payed channel but I continue to pay the monthly fee because I support your channel . I’m from the uk , 🏴 wales . So in the new year I am going to start from the start and watch ur channel all the way through because I need to top up my electrical side and will say I do have Alldata but struggle how to read wiring diagrams sometimes so I got a top up on that . Wish you all the best . Catch you around .
Thanks for the great comment!! Thanks for being a paid subscriber too- very appreciated!!
@ no worries at all
My excuse/complaint is the prohibitive cost of genuine or quality parts and even fluids and sometimes their lack of availability. It doesn't take much for a vehicle's repair costs in parts alone to be higher than it is to replace the vehicle. In this disposeable world it's often more profitable to part vehicles out than sinking money into new parts trying to restore them. My favorite repair is a dead fuel injector. An injector and intake gaskets are available and still affordable.
Ha ha that karate kick on the rear wheel lol
Hahaha- I'm a third degree black belt in Tae Kwon do! That's true- I really am!
Your view of work ethic has truth. in many regards education is critical as it: (-1-) teaches memorization; (-2-) teaches how learn; (-3-) conveys science, history, math, etc.; (-4-) develops CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS.
Some are better than others but EVERYONE has value. I'll conject that much of human ability is CHEMICAL driven and we just don't know what & how. Protein is critical; donuts for breakfast are no-no. Some say "fish is brain food." The PNP center in Texas does brain scans for activity to then Rx meds (chemicals) to improve brain functioning. Amen clinics (all over the country) too!
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I hope that rant doesn’t get you kicked out of Colorado 😂
If he does, let him come to California, all successful people do! 😂
I hope you are joking there. Statistics show more successful people are leaving California. When you are successful enough to retire and find your state taxes your retirement to unprecedented levels, you tend to leave.
Hahahaha. Yeah it totally did a 180 here. Colorado was a “last great frontier” kind of atmosphere when I moved here. Now it’s just another sanctuary state.
Persistence will give you an education, complacency is the road to ruin. Continue to educate Matt
100% agree!!! Very well said.
Happy New Year Schro!
Hey happy new year to you as well! Thank you!!
Could not agree with you more on work ethic and how to be successful. It takes drive. I've also never, ever, been without a job since I was 16. Now, at 56, I have my day job as a corporate pilot and a side gig of auto diag and repairs. The car repair has given me a nice extra nest egg and paid for the kids' college, along with paying for a ton of new tools along the way. It hasn't been handed to me, though. I've put in the time to study...I've been through ScannerDanner's premium channel course and, because of that time spent, have fixed cars other shops couldn't fix. It's given me a reputation in the area. I wasn't born with the ability, just the desire and the drive. Had to work hard for it and am constantly learning.
Oh wow good point - now that I think about it, yeah I have never been without a job either. Hmmm I never even thought about it before lol.
Congratulations - sounds like you are doing great!!!
I have trapped about 8 mice that were living in my 2002 Chevy 2500. They can be a real problem to get rid of once they get in a vehicle! You need a tire changer like I have for your garage. I'll buy 1 and send it to you!!!! HAHA!
Everything that has ever gone right or wrong in my life is a direct result of something I did or did not do. It would be easy to blame my downfalls on the actions of someone else, but ultimately I am responsible for how I react to those actions. Nobody "Made me do it", my spectacularly disastrous spiral into the abyss that was my bout with alcoholism is a perfect example. By blaming others for my actions I had relinquished control of my life, but in reality, everything I did was ultimately a decision I made. Nobody to blame but myself. When I finally realized I was responsible for my pathetic existence, and I started making better decisions, along with doing the hard work, did my life start to improve.
Awesome comment! Thank you for sharing!!!
Great comment and thanks for sharing that- it’s hard to take personal responsibility like that but it’s absolutely the first step towards success.
Thank you for your many years of support too- seems you watch every video. I appreciate it!!
I was thinking that those rear rotors were getting a bit thin.. but the new rotors weren't any thicker. I would have just used the old ones. I know that one side had some scratches or whatever.. but it's not actually an issue.. With the new pads, it self corrects fairly quickly. Even if there is a big lip on the outer rim of the rotor.. I'll spin the wheel by hand and grind off that lip and keep on using it -- as long as the rotor is still thick enough, with plenty of meat on it............... Also, that is probably the 2nd time the front breaks have been changed. it's fairly common to put on front brakes once-- and leave the back ones alone.. and by the time your front breaks wear out again/ a 2nd time-- then the back breaks will finally be worn to nothing by then...... So it makes sense that the front brakes were just changed recently, IMO. That lines up with what I commonly see....... To be fair, the rear brakes are barely used at all. The fronts do like 80% of the braking most of the time. Those new rear brakes will probably out last the car now; which is another reason why I would have just used the old rotors............... but I get it-- they were cheap, and you're not even charging the customer.. So carry on. ;)
Totally agree however I don’t resurface rotors because of a cost effectiveness measure. It typically costs $30 to resurface a rotor and I have to wait hours- sometimes even to the next day. By contrast, my contract with Oreilleys generally gets me a new rotor for under $50. For a $20 price difference and saving the time and also the extra trips, new rotors are a better way to go - for me.
I think most tire shops have someone who can fix brakes. Just don't take it there on a Friday afternoon or day before a holiday.
But I noticed a lot of shops have a quick lube brakes repairs and tires. Looks like a million dollar building, maybe two million including the property. These shops just trying to make quick money. They not really repair shops.
LOL. Couldn't detect diaper rash on a baby with sandpaper pampers.
Happy new year from sunny SW Florida Cape Coral
Oh man good for you!! What a great location!! wow!
Nice one Matt!
Last week I was out of my comfort zone, disassembling the dashboard of a Platinum Cadillac. LOTS of leather, metal clips and tons of 7mm screws.
I NEED a "shop" as modest as yours... (same purpose)
That’s actually a great example. Many mechanics won’t even take on something like that. therefore, now that you have that skill, you will be one of the few people who can do it and that means you can charge a premium.
For a hang out . Bud lite coors lite . Or vodka and orange w🤪
I don’t drink hahaha. Never been drunk or high in my life. Another “risk mitigation” strategy.
@ yeah me either. My neighbors all get together and drink all of the above. I sit watch them and laugh at them but they think it’s with them 😂 the one guy rides his bike 5 miles everyday fast for exercise then smokes 3 cigarettes 🤷🏼♂️ I don’t drink or smoke 👊🏻
Moth balls under the seats , in map pockets , glove box , will keep the mice away and get rid of smell . After cleansing
Yes I have heard that but it also makes it hard to breathe in the car. Napthalene is pretty nasty.
Ai really making strides
Hahaha it’s so realistic!!!
Excuses are like arsholes , everyone has one. 😊
When you said rear brakes. Im thinking ,left emergency brake on while driving . Then released later. I'm guessing before you get to it. But probably just liner on regular brake.
Edit: I guess it wasn't the parking brake.😃 By the way you do great work.
Yes that would be a variable for sure. The other side was just as low but still had a tiny amount of pad material so wasn’t noisy.
The "out of comfort zone" for me was starting to work on EV's. My weak spot was always the electric/electronic aspect of diagnosing cars. Now I like to work on the EV's and learn all about them.
You work on them daily?
@philh9238 i do not. I own a 2011 Chevrolet Volt that I do work on and 2024 Cadillac Lyriq. I have attended a few different EV courses to learn more about them
@@philh9238 I do not. I have a 2011 Chevy Volt and a 2024 Cadillac Lyriq. I do all the work on the Volt. I have a lot of the equipment to work on the EV's and have attended EV repair classes.
What meter do you use for insulation leak testing? Got a preference?
Oh man such a great example Mike. Yes I totally realize I will have to start getting into this as well- I would just rather you be the guinea pig lol!!!
Also my comfort zone totally got violated when I saw you using that harbor freight tire changer hahahaha!!!!!
I'd like to know the brand of gloves you use? All the ones I buy seem to split apart and I can't help but notice yours fit like a second skin but don't come apart.
Haha yeah you have to get gloves that are at least 8mil thick. I use several types- I have an employee that deals in gloves at my company and he just provides me with extra samples all the time. My favorite are the Raven brand.
@@SchrodingersBox thanks so much , I was looking into Mechanix Wear but I'll definitely look into the Raven brand. As you were doing the brakes I just thought to myself I need to get a pair of those gloves.
Love your videos, I've learned so much, fuel trims, evap sys, the lot and how to analyze above all else. I'm 75, so an old dog can still learn new tricks.
Oh wow man. If I’m still working on cars at 75 I will be thrilled!!!!!
Wise words for any who will listen!
Mickey flosses.
Enjoy your weekend with all your family around you,Schrodingers Box, Happy New Year 🎄 🎉 ✨️
Schrodingers Box
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RAZOR-SHARP,Schrodingers Box
Take care,Sir
From Nick Ayivor from London England UK 🇬🇧 ⏰️ 05:54AM 🙏 🥶
Hey thanks Nick!! always glad to hear from my friend across the pond!!
Persistence yes, but how have you conquered frustration. That’s my #1 challenge. I check and try again and again and I still don’t get it. (Especially electrical). I have tried “everything” but I don’t have any clue where else to go. Complete confusion. You always seem to be able to suggest something else. Another thing to try. How do you survive complete frustration without giving up. For me frustration is a mental pain that can stop me in my tracks. How do you manage it?
Ah what a great great point!!!
Yeah I admit I used to not be very good at that. I would still persist, but the frustration would be maddening. And persisting through frustration is not fun at all. Sometimes I’d even throw tantrums believe it or not.
There are several things about it that can help:
First - the best advice I may have ever got in my life is “worry only about what you have control over”. I have adapted this into my very DNA for many years and it’s the best thing I ever did. So the first thing is step back and make sure you aren’t getting frustrated over something you have no control over. If that’s the case - just use your logic to know you are wasting your time worrying about it. Look for what you do have control over.
The other thing is the more you develop your skill set, the less frustration. For example - yeah, I used to round off bolt heads or break wires etc… turn a simple job into a frustrating mess. However now, I honestly can’t remember the last time I rounded off a bolt head. It’s been years. This also applies to increasing your knowledge. As your knowledge increases you have less frustration because you are familiar with the system more. If you are more familiar, you have more options- and a better direction for those options. It resolves that frustration of “I’ve tried everything and there’s no where to go”. You will have more places to go.
Also- getting better tools REALLY helps with frustration. Oh man, so much. Not just obvious things like versatility to reach bolts or disconnect things without using pliers and breaking stuff. But my scope for example- I have options to be able to check an ignition or fuel without having to remove the intake manifold- which means I am not struggling to disconnect the fuel rail and then breaking a connector doing so….. I can do things faster and less invasive which reduces the chance for those spiraling frustrations.
Finally- yeah sometimes I have to walk away for a bit. Maybe I’ll step away- work out and then look at my data again and now I see something I totally missed before. Or I think of a new variable I totally missed before while frustrated in the weeds. Actually- ironically - this is sometimes a source for frustration with my videos!! I might release a video and I’m all happy and proud of it but while taking a shower it enters my mind “Oh my god I never brought up this important point- or I should have thought to use this method- or use the book to demonstrate this concept”. But stepping back is usually necessary when I’m stumped.
The final final thing is just a confidence that I know I’m going to solve it eventually because of my persistence and it’s going to be awesome when I succeed. This, as opposed to I’ll always be eating away at myself if I quit. It doesn’t help with the frustration but it helps you get through it lol.
Working all the time is not a flex. Maybe starting out but over time you should be able to transition to a better work life balance . Working everyday to create wealth is a caveman approach.
I agree. One of the biggest misunderstanding people have is working hard is sufficient. It’s not. You do have to work hard however you also need to continually upgrade your opportunities so you always advance. Working hard every day at the same job won’t get you rich.
I’m ready to retire at any time actually. But I still enjoy my real job, I feel responsible for the success of my employees and colleagues, and I work hard for my customers. But it’s voluntary at this point.
I am one of the unambitious, US-born humans that watch the channel... Thing is, I know who I am so I don't complain about what I don't have. What's annoying though is that even I get blamed by people lazier than me (...or sometimes just dumber) for having more than them.
Fun Fact: They never want my help or advice, they just want what I have (or simply that I no longer have it). People just want to feel that they're better than you without needing to prove it.
Hahaha I have absolutely no problem with that at all!!!! Absolutely none. There is nothing wrong with not being ambitious or pursuing perfection or whatever. My issue is with those who show jealousy to those who do. But if you recognize that others deserve what they earn and they don’t owe you- that’s totally fine!! In fact I can even see there are advantages to that mentality as you are more likely to be at peace and satisfied with your situation! All respect for that.
As always, great content. As per your challenge, i don't have any excuses, but im also doing very well for myself as a mechanic.
But I have to ask, what do you make of cognitive abilities?? Because I've known and met a lot of people who really just can't grasp complex subjects. Dont we have an inherent advantage over them? Can you really expect the same results from everyone with enough effort?
Fair enough. There’s no doubt about it- some people are absolutely born with more cognitive abilities than others- or even more than anyone else. Not everyone can be a rocket scientist. However, most people probably can- but they don’t think they can because it sounds insurmountable. We are conditioned from an early ago that some occupations are virtually unattainable so we believe it.
But also you don’t need to be a rocket scientist to be successful. In fact- I can tell you from working with hundreds of scientists that the vast majority of scientists are absolutely horrific business people. They have no business acumen at all. So to be succesful - you don’t need to be a rocket scientist- but you may possibly have to hire one.
I actually only have a bachelors degree in molecular biology however I have hired numerous PhD’s in it. And they are WAY smarter than me. But that exactly why I want them!!!
My excuse was a court order to pay the ex old lady alimony. Guess her lawyer was better. But when it was over I pushed myself to eat cheap and live as cheaply as possible. Drove a paid off car for 2 years and now I’m In better shape than I was before the divorce. Now I’m getting my nastf credentials and lock smith license to become a mobile lock smith in ohio
Have you considered being a presenter at your local school's career day?
I have done MANY of those. At high schools and colleges. I have also been a guest science teacher for advanced science programs in some high schools here.
It is awesome what you do for the community!❤
What's preventing $15,000 new cars at dealerships? Safety and EPA? Corporate greed?
Mostly it’s the stock market that drives it- which is ultimately driven by consumer demand.
You did invest in it right?
Corporate greed is misleading as if suggesting corporations aren't supposed to make a profit? They'd better!
Very true. But it is funny business often. I can tell you that some of the pressures I have had as a district manager in a fortune 200 company to drive revenues at all costs have been insane. Everything is driven by that stock price. Revenue goals MUST be met. Sometimes we would even lose profit just to meet the revenue for the quarter because we know it will affect the stock price positively.
It’s is crazy and I certainly don’t love it- but it works better than socialism.
@SchrodingersBox thx for lesson: revenues => stock price
regardless of PROFITS
investors are misinformed
In some cases - but not always. There are also other conditions where profits will directly affect the stock price. Also lower profits will affect a companies ability to generate revenue so there is a complex network.
We pay people a ton of money to understand it…. I sure don’t lol.
32:00 Just like trading
unreal...if it was real
Have you ever replaced a timing chain on a 2nd generation nissan xterra 4.0 ? Just curious. I think my 2006 xterra timing chain going to need replaced, plastic tensioner guides i think are bad, 164k miles. I think will be a pain in the butt ,probably be doing it myself, dont trust the dealer.
Yes I have. I don't have a video of it but yeah its a pain in the butt.
You reveal yourself without knowing it. I'm not a curious person, but i've always wanted to know the origin of your infinite thirst for mockery towards other mechanics. By mechanics i mean all men in automotive repair field that don't have deep knowledge in automotive electrical/electronics.
Regular mechanics must know that if someday they achieve such great knowledge will be given an advancement and the incredible "title" of "diagnostician/technician" 🤣🤧
Apparently Matts big and chronic wound was caused by simple words thrown unintentionally by "parts changers", "mechanics", "grease monkeys" or whatever else he calls them. So everything begins decades ago - around 25 years ago in ICQ and mIRC chat rooms. Matt was a young adult between 20 and 30. And he got punked in these chat rooms, while he was trying to help people. He was hurt by words. There's the story his own mouth just told us in this very video - When a guy that changed 3000$ worth of car parts still didn't fix his car problems, Matt suggested him to use voltage drop. Chat participants yelled or laughed and said sentences like - "don't listen to this blockhead , he doesn't know nothing about cars" and sentences like "using a voltage testing, he's crazy!!!". But really ? This story - 25 years ago? And you still remember it till this day. Is this why any chance you can get , you always mock general mechanics and wrench-turning grease monkeys?(it's more of a hatred if you ask me) Did your feelings got hurt because they said you're wrong ? Was Scotty Kilmer one of these chat participants ?😂 😁Maybe that's why you don't like the guy. 25 years ago in a chat he said that you are not right about some stuff. And that's why you hate him all these years. Come on Matt. Be cool. Mechanics are cool.😁
At least now i know the answer to this very important question why you don't like general mechanics😄. Everything happened.....25 years ago.......in a chat......🤣 Please tell me that Kilmer wasn't there in the chat. I think he was. 😂
Like Brandon says - C'mon man!
btw : Everybody knows that automotive technicians/diagnosticians think of themself to be more IMPORTANT and GREAT 🤣than general maintenance mechanics. But now , SOME IMPORTANT NEWS. - with increasingly more vehicle communication networks, computer module programming , reprograming, flashing, coding and eeprom work. Because all of this - we can call people that are engaged in such work , give them even more special "rank" - an IT specialists😆 or why not..even.. "NETWORK AND SIGNALLING TECHNICIANS".😂 Ahahahahaha. No-no wait ! We'll call them "Software engineers" Holy-moly , what a joke.. I'm having a lot of laugh and a good time writing this BS.🤧
Nothing personal as usual.
Happy and prosperous new year 2025 🎄🌟
btw : you did a TON of hard work for a DAY in a garage ! Lets see the big list of jobs you did - rear pads and rotors ! That was quite a job ! And don't forget -rear stabilizer bushings. Did you sweat? 😁That was pretty productive day in the garage. 😂You've worked very hard. 🤣You're hard working man ! Did your back hurt in the evening? In your past-life you've been one of the workers that built the pyramids !🤧ps: i personally know 2-3 men in their late 60s with whole lot of physical problems, because all these decades of "grease monkey" "no-brain-wrench-turning".10 hours a day! Year after year ! Thats a way different than just an oil change and a brake job and a few seized bolts for a whole Sunday in the backyard while eating a delicious meals cooked by a wife and enjoying the time-off and the fresh air and freedom. I know an old mechanic hunched as Quasimodo. Worked his whole life on public transport buses ,lorries , cement trucks etc. But guess what - he don't know voltage drop or ohms law. You know perfectly good that not every man or woman out there can do work on their cars. That's why there's shops. And these shops won't be there if there isn't "grease monkeys". I'm talking about a day of hard work. 10 oil changes, 5 brake jobs, suspension work, wheels and tires, exhaust work, and a ton of other general maintance work for 10 hours straight , each day ! And leave Scotty alone man, he's an old man. Yours is total disrespect to the field man. 😞
I think what you were trying to say is "having a chip on your shoulder"?
Regrettably,
I have never met Matt.
For the millions of us around the world who can relate to "parts cannon" professionals ripping us off, wasting our time($), he's a good American. IMHO, Sensei Matt teaches how to fish - selflessly.
It’s not what mechanics have done to me that cause my retaliation. It’s what they have done to OTHERS.
And now it’s obvious- it’s your projection that is the cause of your lack of success.
And ignorance. So after working my typical 72 hour week, I filmed this video on the day after Christmas - when typically most people take vacation. Filming a job takes triple the time because of positioning camera, checking sound and that I got the shots, and then comes at least 3 hours of editing and then proofing. This video took 10 hours to complete for both parts. And I finished it overnight…. While you were having your hissy fit instead of being productive.
I do appreciate that you watch and comment though- you keep getting me paid!!
There shouldn’t be one comment here from what you asked. You make your own “luck”
Exactly. I define luck as the intersection of opportunity and work ethic.
You're saying you are privileged because you were lucky enough to be born in the US... Which I wouldn't call it a privilege; We just got to start without the burden of being born in the wrong place.. So instead of starting at a negative.. We got to start at ground zero-- from the starting line. So you're saying we are privileged to not be burdened.. I don't see that as a privilege, personally. There are millions that had the same starting point as you and I -- and they are living in a tent under a bridge somewhere. We all have to be accountable for the decisions we make. Some will try to say we are "lucky": We have to make our own luck. Luck is just preparation meeting opportunity. You were only able to take advantage of the opportunities that came your way, because you put in the work to prepare for them before hand, through sacrifice.
I can accept that however there are absolutely some people not born in the US that don’t have the privilege to pursue opportunities. communist Russia for example. Or a woman under taliban controlled territory.
I would argue that they would say I have privilege they don’t have. I have viewers in some parts of Africa where there are no automotive tech schools. They don’t exist. In America I have the ability to attend one if I wanted to.
@@SchrodingersBox You are my automotive tech school. lol.. (and about a dozen other channels).
Honored to be a part of it!!! Great discussion and thanks for your years of support-
And truth be told, every time I see your name I always think it’s saying “cornholio” lol.
For the distractors: Matt's source of motivation - his impetus(?) - is key to understanding true success.
Regrettably,
I have never met Matt.
For the millions of us around the world who can relate to "parts cannon" professionals ripping us off, wasting our time($), he's a good American. IMHO, Sensei Matt teaches how to fish - selflessly. He has taken a negative action from the past and created a solid fountain of knowledge for everyone. Shedding shackles of the past. (I can't help but relate Matt's Phoenix!) Kudos. 🫵💪.
Oh man thanks!! Very appreciated! Much of my motivation came from growing up in a “victim mentality” while on welfare. Mom never worked a day in her life- just focused on blaming others and justifying her milking of the system. I hated it and wanted to get out of that cycle.
@@SchrodingersBox Respect.