Tag: Eric the car guy
Acura TL Dies On the Road
In this video I walk you through the diagnosis and repair of a 2008 Acura TL that died while driving on the highway. It has a J32 Honda V6. Be sure to watch the entire…
How To Repair Structural Rust Damage
Every situation is unique when it comes to rust and structural repairs like this. Consider this video a basic guide to structural body repairs, and nothing more. Note that some repairs are not practical or…
DIY Clear Coat Repair
My 2005 Honda Element had some clear coat issues and some small rust spots on the tailgate. In this video I show how I repaired these with tools most DIYers have. I also show how…
Delayed Shifting, Honda Transmission
My daughters 2003 Honda Element developed a delayed shift going into 3rd gear. The problem was intermittent. In this video I walk you though the steps of my diagnosis and offer advice on what to…
Easy Wheel Bearing Replacement
Here is a short video showing how to easily replace a front wheel bearing without a press or slide hammer. In my view, this is the easiest way to replace a wheel bearing. This video…
Painting Calipers for Extra Horsepower
No, painting your brake calipers will not give you extra horsepower, but they might make you feel faster. This is a short video about painting brake calipers. There are many ways you can approach this…
Second Chance Shop Sale/Giveaway
I had a TON of responses to my last video where I gave away my heavy shop equipment. If you missed that video, it’s linked below. Now that that stuff is gone, I have a…
LOCTITE HY4070 Adhesive
**Video Sponsored by LOCTITE® with great information.** Fixing broken things sometimes requires an adhesive. I’ve found LOCTITE’s HY4070 Adhesive to work very well for repairing all kinds of things. I’ve used it on plastic, metal,…
Front Suspension Rebuild Honda Pilot
This video is (Part 2) of a series I’m doing with my 2003 Honda Pilot. This series covers the reconditioning of the front suspension, engine, transmission, and subframe on this vehicle. In this installment I…
Honda Pilot Rear Bumper Replacement
If you have an older Honda in the rust belt, you should probably check the condition of the rear bumper. I’d wager it’s pretty rusted. The rear bumper on my 2003 Honda Pilot was rusted…
Honda Pilot Complete Rear Suspension Rebuild (Part 1)
This video covers the complete rear suspension rebuild on a first generation Honda Pilot (’03-’08-some of this info also works for later models). Every part of this rear suspension gets rebuilt in this series, control…
Which Sealer Would You Choose For This Transmission?
**Video Sponsored by LOCTITE® with great information.** In this video I introduce you to 3 different types of sealants from LOCTITE, LOCTITE 5699, LOCTITE 598, and LOCTITE 518. I also talk about the differences between…
The 42†GEARWRENCH Workstation is a World of Possibilities
**Sponsored Video with useful information** I’ll be honest, I didn’t think much of the 42†11 drawer work station that GEARWRENCH sent me when I first got it. After I checked it out, I changed…
Honda Element Clutch Diagnosis and Replacement
My brothers 2005 Honda Element was having a strange issue with the clutch. Even with the pedal depressed, it seemed like the clutch was still engaged making it difficult to shift gears. In this video…
2005 Honda Odyssey (Episode 5) Interior and Body Fixing it Forward
In this episode of Fixing it Forward I work mostly on the interior and body of the 2005 Honda Odyssey. If you remember from previous episodes, it needed a fair amount of work. I also…
Easy Upgrade For Honda Manual Transmission
After almost 200,000 miles the shifter on my Honda Element was getting sloppy. This is due to the normal wear of the rubber bushings on the shifter base and at the cable connections on the…
Breathe Easy with FRAM TrueAirâ„¢
*Sponsored Video with great information* Replacing your vehicles cabin air filter yourself can save you a lot of money, and as you’ll see in this video, it’s often easy to do. Replacing your cabin air…
2005 Honda Odyssey (Episode 6) The VCM Episode Fixing it Forward
In this episode of Fixing it Forward I fight with a pesky check engine light that just won’t go away. The code is for the VCM system not working properly, so I try a VCM…
How To Test and Replace Thrust Bearings
This 2005 Honda Civic with a 1.7L engine has had oil leaks for some time. In this video I show you how I tested the thrust bearing clearance as well as the replacement of the…
Honda Civic Head Gasket Replacement 1.7L
This video shows you all the steps needed, and provides torque specs, to replace the head gasket on a 1.7L Honda engine. This engine is in a 2005 Honda Civic, but this information will apply…
Cracked Exhaust Manifold Repair
In this video I show you the techniques for repairing a cracked exhaust manifold on your vehicle. Replacing these manifolds can be expensive, repairing them can save you a lot of money. Thanks for watching!…
How To Properly Install LED Taillight Bulbs
If you want to avoid ‘hyper flashing’ when installing LED tail light bulbs, this video will show you how. Parts and materials are also linked in the description. This video features a 1990 C1500 truck,…
2005 Honda Odyssey Give Away (Episode 7) Fixing it Forward
Your donations and my hard work, all pay off in this episode. Yes, it’s time to give away the 2005 Honda Odyssey to a deserving family! In this episode, I do exactly that. Jennifer’s family…
How To Fix a Dead Clutch Pedal
My brother brought me his 2005 Honda Element. He said he had difficulty shifting it into gear. When I inspected it, I found the clutch pedal was on the floor, so he had no clutch…
The ‘Right’ Way To Install a Transmission Cooler
The transmission cooler that was installed on my 2003 Honda Pilot was about to cause damage to my AC condenser. In this video I show you a better way to install an automatic transmission cooler…
EricTheCarGuy Shop Update March 2023
This video is the ‘quick’ update. For more detailed info, check out this video. ETCG1 Shop Update March 2023 (Details): https://youtu.be/QdtThHPgcyQ Thank you for watching! #ETCGVideo #EricTheCarGuy Check out my ETCG1 channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ETCG1?sub_confirmation=1 Become a…
Everything Must Go!
I’m sad to say that I need to move out of my shop and put my tools and some of my equipment into storage. Because of that, I’ll be selling, and giving away some of…