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Steve's Garage
United States
Приєднався 7 жов 2010
Quality Automotive Tutorials | '00 Volvo V70 | '02 VW Jetta | '20 Volvo XC90
My channel focuses on tutorials for the cars I own, and whatever work I do to keep them running! If you're looking for a video and don't see it here, drop me a comment or a message and I'll see if I can help you out. If you like written write ups, check out DIY Auto profile. All my videos are posted there and include written instructions. I do my best to answer every comment and help anyone who needs it, so reach out if you have a question!
Thanks for watching, and don't forget to subscribe!
My channel focuses on tutorials for the cars I own, and whatever work I do to keep them running! If you're looking for a video and don't see it here, drop me a comment or a message and I'll see if I can help you out. If you like written write ups, check out DIY Auto profile. All my videos are posted there and include written instructions. I do my best to answer every comment and help anyone who needs it, so reach out if you have a question!
Thanks for watching, and don't forget to subscribe!
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A Drive Through AutoZone Is The Future! @AutoZone #autozone #carparts
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A dash cam isn't a bad idea these days #fitcamx @fitcamx #dashcam
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You never know what you'll encounter out on the roads. It's good to be prepared!
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Be careful out there or your car will remind you who's boss.
Heating and Insulating a Garage Cabinet
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In this Steve's Garage video I share a simple way to heat and insulate a cabinet in your garage. I'll be working with a Kobalt cabinet that I previously assembled in another video, but this method would work for any garage cabinet. Many garages are unheated. Once temperatures drop the products you keep in your garage can freeze. Rather than try to heat the whole garage, just heat a cabinet inst...
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OEM Volvo Seat Back Protector Installation and Review
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In this Steve's Garage video I review and install OEM Volvo Kick Guards for the seats. More commonly referred to as seat back protectors, these are available through Volvo as an OEM accessory. They're specifically made to fit and work with SPA Volvos, but they seem universal enough that they could work on other Volvos, or other cars entirely. If you've used these on a non-SPA Volvo, leave a com...
Do you know what size chain this bike takes? I recently came across one that someone was throwing out and all it needs is a new chain.
I'm not sure the size, but I know 3/32 is a common size. I'd check out a local bike shop if you have one, they're typically very helpful.
How much mm?
About 76mm from my stock height to the modified height.
Did you anchor this to the wall? Is it necessary?
It comes with straps to anchor it to a wall and it's a good idea to anchor it. I didn't anchor it at the time of filming since the drywall in my garage is double layered and I wasn't sure about the final placement.
How can I purchase some parts online second hand
If you're on Instagram there are some part recyclers/dismantlers. There's also a lot of scammers though, so you have to be careful. eBay isn't a bad option if you set up some alerts for parts you're looking for.
That’s a 1st gen not a 2nd
Definitely a 2nd gen. First gen is the rounder one built from 01-07.
Mine only makes noise when I turn the wheels. Mostly the left turn
It's possible to be a CV, but I'd check your wheel bearings if it's just happening when you turn one direction.
@@StevesGarage also makes noise from the left when turning right.
@@jimbosvidbits6166 If it were me I'd double check the front end before pulling the trigger on axles specifically. There are a lot of parts that can make similar noises, better to see with your eyes than take guesses and waste money.
@@StevesGarage 2011 GMC Terrain. 2nd owner. Got from dealership when had 39,000 miles. It now has 123,000. Replaced battery 3x, all 4 tires once, replaced that intake oil solenoid.
@@jimbosvidbits6166 Sounds like it's been a pretty solid car!
just a fyi if you do a cv axle you might have play in other parts in you suspension so i would rule out aftermarket until you fully rebuild the suspension and then replace the cv axles i get that they are not supposed to have play but you can check that in store
Exactly why I showed the play in the joint off the car rather than on the car. There are a lot of parts that can have play in the front end when worn. Luckily they're pretty easy to verify if you get the car in the air. Rule things out one by one to make and educated decision based on using the parts cannon approach.
The CV axle boot has split on my car and has lost some grease and it started making poping sounds when turning the steering wheel. I have took the outer joint out, inspected for any damage, it did had a bit o wear but nothing serious like indents on the balls or cage or housing. I packed the joint with grease and put new boot, but still makes the same poping noise. Did i do something wrong or it needs a new joint?
If it started making noise it's most likely too far gone, even after rebuilding it. A new axle is probably your best bet. The other option would be finding a good condition used axle and rebuilding that one just so you know it has new boots and fresh grease.
I find that it takes longer than 2 to 5 min, and a wipe down with a hot damp sponge first really helps
Warm water definitely helps more. You're right, time is totally subjective. I don't have a ton of experience with different glue, but different areas of my room had much different amounts of glue. Slow and steady is definitely the better way to go to avoid damage of the wall though.
Great work on the video! Easy to follow and I'm sure anyone who watches it can do the same thing you did. I think you need to help me with installing some accessories on my truck, lol. I'm not the handiest when it comes to working on cars
Thank you! I'm always down to help someone work on their car. Installing accessories is even more fun since there's the customization aspect instead of just straight maintenance.
@@StevesGarage Awesome! I smell a collab this summer!
@@Ideal-Setup Lets do it!
I’ve never done this before and didn’t know it was this easy! Love how you get straight to the point and don’t waste anyone’s time. Instructions were clear too.
Thanks! VW/Audi cars care fun to see what you swap off from one to another.
Sweet. I did the Polo arm swap on my GTI, which looks great, but I'm going to try this setup on my wagon.
The polo arm is very cool, especially with the lower profile blade. I'd probably do one of each if I had two MK4s 😄
Mine won’t find the camera in the app
DId you connect to it's WiFi network first? You have to do that and then pair it via bluetooth. Also make sure your phone isn't connecting to the car itself.
Years 08 and 09 switched to the 9mm. 2010 and after went back to 7mm for the pins. I am sure someone answered this ages ago, just want to pop it back up to the top.
Thanks for the comment! At the time of this video I couldn't find any concrete information, so I appreciate the follow up details. I'll pin your comment so others will see it!
I know this video is pretty old, but my gear shifter is broken, and it won't move the derailer just if anyone has way to fix it or change the gear shifter on this bike thank you.
Is the shifter itself broken, or the cable? Either way you can buy replacement parts for it. I believe the grip shift slides off the handle after removing the grip, so it's not too difficult of a replacement.
@StevesGarage I believe it's just the gear shifter. I looked at the cables and didn't notice any cable damage. Also tried to take the grip off, and it feels stuck.
@@someoneidontknow7938 Those grips are typically pretty tight to begin with, which you want so they won't move. But that makes getting them off tough. You can try to spray something like WD-40 in there to try and lube it up to get it off.
I bought a pair from ebay and I am having a popping sound real scary
Certainly possible with cheap axles. Do they have a warranty? If not I'd buy some that do so if they fail you can swap them out.
Nice and short. To the point. Thanks!
Thats the goal! Thanks for watching and commenting.
Is it normal to hear oil bubbling when I start applying pressure?
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Yea it's possible since your PCV connects to your engine. If you're pressurizing the whole system you might hear some bubbles.
Thanks for making this!
You got it, thanks for watching and commenting!
Very straightforward video! Thanks for sharing 👍🏾
Thanks for watching and commenting!
How wide is that door?
9ft
Can i use a 425 gas tank in a 424?
I don't have experience with the 424, but I believe you can. I think the 424 was a dual fuel stove, while the 425 was only white gas.
@@StevesGarage Yes it is, thank you! i cant really get white gas in my country thats why i cant fit a 425 gas tank in the 424
I guess since you didn’t do a load test is why you never explained it. Whether the old carbon pile type or the current computerized style your looking to introduce a load half the cold cranking amps for a determined period of time, 15 secs usually. The computer ones do it faster. You don’t was to see the voltage go below 9.6 volts. I have no real determination of test time with using a voltmeter but if you hook up the meter and turn your headlights on and the voltage goes below that 9.6 volts quickly then the battery is no good.
Yea, I didn't get into it since it's so easy to get it load tested at a store. Your explanation is perfect though, you can put a load onto the battery yourself and get a pretty good idea of how it reacts.
What about the vibration damper, ??????
You can't reinstall it if you cut it off.
You installed the wrong blades. A164S is the correct for XC90
Seems like those are just the metric version of the blades I used. I think both are correct, it just depends on your location.
Nope these are the right ones for here in the US. I just did it.
@@ssnipes Do you have a heated windshield or non-heated washer fluid? Where did you buy A164S blades in the US?
I hear a clunk going over bumps. Acceleration/decceleration doesn't seem to affect it. Just got new struts and it didn't help. I'm thinking upper ball joint now, but now sure.
I'd check suspension parts first. Ball joint or control arm bushings are a more likely culprit than an axle if it's just a single clunk over a bump.
Fr. I watched alot of axle, ball joint, motor mount etc symptom videos and this guy described my symptoms perfectly. I've replaced a lot of stuff and got it aligned perfect and still pulls to the right. Does this indicated a bad passenger axle?
@@mark-antonymosley3697 I've never had a bad axle cause my car to pull. Are the tires good? Is it possible you have a stuck caliper?
I'm thinking I might have a stuck caliper as well but I'm not sure. My passenger inner CV is seeping but I had all the symptoms you described. I think I have bad motor mounts as well as someone looked at it the other day and motor was moving all around the engine bay but I've replaced all of my front suspension components in the last couple years and had multiple alignments the last being about a week ago. I noticed yesterday it pulls a bit harder right when breaking or acceleration but there's a constant pull so very confused
@@mark-antonymosley3697 Sounds like there's a lot going on! I'd button up those engine mounts and CV axle before they fail and leave you with bigger issues. I do have a video about some simple tips for diagnosing a stuck caliper without even pulling off the wheel. Maybe check that out since it's a simple check you could perform.
I think a good strategy is to just drain and refill the fluid once every year. That’s my plan for a 2019 escape which I believe has the same 6-speed transmission. Sometimes people have problems when they do complete fluid changes. Not sure if that could cause any issues on this transmission but I figure that if I drain it every year I will be doing so after about 15,000 miles and the total capacity on mine is 9 quarts and I measured the drain volume as 4 quarts. So I will be replacing almost half the fluid each year so essentially keeping it in the same good condition all of the time.
Every 15k or once a year is probably overkill, I think you could stretch it to every 60k. But at the same time it's cheap insurance, especially knowing how these transmissions are. Better to change it often and have it work than fail from not changing it enough. You're right about problems when it comes to a transmission flush, or evacuation with a machine. You end up removing all the good metal particles that keep a transmission working well. A drain and fill shouldn't ever be an issue.
This is a great video I love how it is straight to the point and it also helped thoroughly and easily how you explained everything that was pertinent to complete this I appreciate it and also you and your time thank you sir
Glad it helped! It's the exact reason I started making videos. Simple but thorough explanation.
This is SO HELPFUL!! My local auto shop quoted me $500+ to do this, thank you for sharing this!!
Awesome! Definitely a lot cheaper to do it yourself if you have some basic tools.
Just picked up a 2010 escape. It was shifting a bit sluggish and rough, did this and now it shifts amazingly. Thanks for the helpful video.
Awesome! So glad it helped. They're not bad cars if you keep up on the maintenance.
@@StevesGarage yup. They are cheapy, but they're nice at the same time. You can tell ford designed it with intent for it to be worked on. They like techs unlike GM or most other brands
@@Bobby-cm7vu Changing the oil on the V6 wasn't that much fun with the filter being right next to the hot exhaust, but other than that I agree they weren't too bad to work on.
@@StevesGarage that's fair, but it was just as bad on my saturn aura i had before my escape, so I'm used to it honestly 😂
@@Bobby-cm7vu Yea, it's definitely not unique to the Escape!
They could probably even still use the vacuums for small shit
I was thinking the same thing!
Bad Idea, why? So I can go home and open the bag and have the wrong parts LOL.
Just like fast food, you gotta check before leave.
They have a hard enough time figuring out what you need when you're standing there in person telling them the exact part
That scratchy drive through mic wouldn't be doing anyone any favors!
They fuck up your parts in person, couldn’t imagine a drive threw😂😂
Trying to yell what drivetrain your car has so you get the correct wiper blades 🤣
@@StevesGarage what used to make me mad when I worked auto parts back in the mid eighties was the husband sending his wife to to the store to retrieve a part for the car he is working on. Poor woman knew nothin’ about cars and when she gets asked a question she just gives a blank stare.
@@donaldhollums3278 Definitely still happens today. Though today you're better off just doing an online order and having someone else pick it up!
He’s onto something
Imagine smaller parts coming through the little air tube system. It'd be awesome!
It’s an old Walgreens been seeing a lot of them going down and other businesses moving in. Walgreens must be giving away land and buildings.
I've seen some old pharmacies converted to a doctors office or urgent care. This is the first time seeing one as an AutoZone!
I believe that was a pharmacy
Yea, I found out after the fact it used to be a Rite Aid. The columns threw me off.
“Do you want fries with that?”😅
There have definitely been times I would buy some fries during a parts run.
Because parts are heavy and while throwing rotors through an open window sounds fun I doubt most customers would appreciate it 😂
😆 Just chucking rotors like a frisbee. If it has one of those air tubes you could put smaller parts through that.
WE NEED ITTTTT
I knowww right?!
That was an old Walgreens or CVS
I found out after the fact it was actually an old Rite Aid. The columns up front made me think it was a bank.
must be a hub store . that holds extra parts
I'm not sure since it's relatively new. I do know of a hub store in my area and it's absolutely massive. It has the best stock of any local stores, and used to be a 24hr store before covid.
Don’t know how this isn’t a thing. A car oriented store that doesn’t have a drive through. Weird. Why do yall Americans always feel the need to have everything drive through though? Yall ruined your urban environment with this nonsense
🤷 I feel like it's one of the few things that hasn't turned into a drive through at this point.
Lemme get aaaaaahhhhhh.......
🤣Looking at a menu of parts hahaha. Where's your value menu?!
We have a dollar tree with a drive through.
A functioning one?!
Looks more like an old CVS
Yea, I found out after the fact it was definitely a pharmacy. Possibly a Rite Aid. The pillars up front made me think it was a bank.
AutoZone hella smart
They'd be smarter if it was functioning!
That’s a good one
I thought so!
This was dope, i just pulled my axles on my mk4 vr6, cant wait to get it back on the road!
Glad it helped you out on a VR6 car. Hope you're back on the road soon!
Great video
Thanks!