You probably don’t realise how much your videos are missed. Hope you are okay and well. Your content gave me the confidence to attempt brake disc and pads replacement on a fiesta and even replacement of air suspension struts on my Mercedes. Yes on the driveway. Whatever is going on in your life , you are missed, and I hope you will return one day. All the best.

@flippingcarsrepairs

Жыл бұрын

Cmon james come back👍👍👍

@valantischristodoulou

9 ай бұрын

I was about to comment something similar to your comment . Where are you James ? What happened ? You haven't even accepted me on instagram .

@edwardhenleyuk5426

8 ай бұрын

@@valantischristodoulou Same hope everything is okay

@Shandybrother

6 ай бұрын

Yes I was just thinking about you and wondering if you’re ok! let us know!

Think I speak for everyone when I say hope everything is ok and you'll be back doing what we enjoy watching you do soon . Take care

@redux1647

3 жыл бұрын

@R Lawson hopefully everything is ok

@MS-gb3ev

3 жыл бұрын

He posted an update a few weeks ago saying he's been going through a family/relationship issue if I remember right. Will be back when he can

@bugatti1075

2 жыл бұрын

@@Balloonychoonz444 You dont know what is going off in his life and he has no obligation to tell you plus his private life is none of your business. If someone wants to share their cancer battle thats their choice it does not make it a standard for others. Say he was losing a family member to cancer would his priority be youtube or family.......

@BrakesWheelsAutomobiles

2 жыл бұрын

Ahh nice one thanks for this info guys I didn't even think to check the community section. Iv been looking in the comments for months. Good to know he's alright and just taking some much deserved time. I'm glad he's not stopped though as I also have learnt everything I know about cars from this channel.

@benholroyd5221

2 жыл бұрын

@@Balloonychoonz444 so let me get this straight. Your sense of entitlement is so great, that you feel that a youtuber you've never met, and owes you nothing, should take time out of his cancer treatment (or whatever) to apologise to you for not making videos for your entertainment?

Came to say miss your videos mate, big inspiration for me working on my own cars, hope you're alright and if it's worth anything you have inspired so many of us to learn a new skill and it's for the better

@shellcoast0796

2 жыл бұрын

He said "Just a quick update, I’m currently working on getting the content rolling again. Finding it hard to get back in the swing of talking to the camera! Appreciate everyone’s patience and sorry it’s been so long! I plan on making a video explaining where I’ve been very soon so keep an eye out! Appreciate you all" on his "Community" tab on his channel so im sure he's okay

@jackcoleman7262

Жыл бұрын

@@dafxf9668 ????

@bradfergus7036

Жыл бұрын

​@@Balloonychoonz444 Oh jesus shut up

@bradfergus7036

Жыл бұрын

​@@Balloonychoonz444 He said on his community page he's battling mental health And yet pathetic people like you sit behind a computer screen acting big and bullying others He's got more courage to admit mental health than you will ever have

I enjoy these "little" fixes for common snags we all encounter

James, an old tip, I got from an old timer, mix up some flour and water, paint it onto the surfaces, and wait for the water ingress to wash it off.

Hi James, hope life is treating you as well as possible. I hope you and the family have a good Christmas. Don't ever feel you owe anything to us subscribers. Your great content is still worth a rewatch every now and then👍

@flippingcarsrepairs

5 ай бұрын

Agree

Plates looked great. Love that you tackle these problems head on, definately gives the rest of us confidence! Good result with the headlight and the boot leak!

Hey James, I’ve been watching your videos since 2018 and has put an instant smile on my face. I enjoy coming back to your channel every now and then, rewatching some of your old videos. I hope that you’re doing well and that one day you may make a return. I just would like to say thank you for all the content that you have created over the years and don’t feel pressured in anyway to start making content. Only come back when you feel ready.

@flippingcarsrepairs

9 ай бұрын

Great message 👍

@OC74.

9 ай бұрын

@@flippingcarsrepairsthanks

James - you say it's not very exciting, but trust me I think I speak for all your subs when I say I honestly look forward to watching your videos, no matter the jobs. I have picked up so much by watching them... keep them coming!

This has just made my Monday night so much better! Thanks for the upload loving the content as always! I can honestly say, your one of the best KZreadrs out there at the moment and I wish you every bit of success with your channel.

Well done James. Great post. Finding an ingress of water can be really frustrating so thumbs up for finding it. Good job on wiring.

Good to know that you are still checking in James. Whatever is afoot, look after, and get yourself sorted. We'll be here when you decide to start again. All the best. Alan.

Miss your videos buddy. I watched your channel years ago when i was battling mental health demons of my own, they truly helped distract me at times. I hope your working things out and getting back to yourself slowly but surely. I look forward to the return of one of the proper OG car youtubers. Best wishes.

just remembered your channel and thought Id see if you've uploaded something. how you're all good 👍I remember going away on holiday 2 years ago and watching you religiously. all the best mate. come back soon

@flippingcarsrepairs

5 ай бұрын

such a shame he was a inspirational to start mine 😢

I had one of these, exact same model, did me proud for years, I did several jobs along the way, rear suspension replace, wheel bearings , brakes, usual serviceable stuff, also changed oil and filters every 6k , never missed a beat, getting close to 200k miles then one day the push start failed leaving it totally dead and after ages in garage and constant consultation with Ford technical the problem seemed unsolvable and I regrettably scrapped it...big mistake...should have put it on my drive and methodically go through it myself... these are top motors... keep,it up👍

Just bought a Mk4 a few days ago, fantastic car, it also had a leaky boot, some silicon around the top cables as in your video and its now leak free so many thanks for the tip.

How's it going mate? Hoping for some more content soon. You are the people's mechanic and you are missed

You did really well today. Never stressed out, calm as always. You make every task look so simple to tackle. Great video

Just got my first mondeo and found your channel. Great content pal. I don’t need to fix anything but good to learn about the platform as i know nothing about these. Looking forward to some more vids!

Good stuff and so much progress, looking forward to when you drive it! 1. Yes that boot trim is a pig to remove and my boot mounted brake light also had the water marks but I think there are drain holes for that. Bulbs were always going in that boot mounted brake light so it might be wise to replace with canbus leds if you still have the trim off (bet you've put it back on). 2. My leak was from the washer jet on the tailgate which is also quite a common fault. Washer jet was crap as well 3. Never remove the other end of those cable boots on the tailgate. The side that's on the tailgate itself has a very difficult to remove retaining clip which the boots sits around. I found this when fitting a reversing camera. 4. When replacing my bonnet release cable I removed the passenger side headlight but couldn't get the connector to release as it seemed 100% stuck. Also bonnet release cables snapping/sticking was common as they would rust around the latch side. You can get the complete kit to replace it but its a fiddle job under the carpet, through the bulkhead, battery out, airbox out, headlight out etc. However they did sell cable only kits where you'd thread a new cable through the old sleeve which could save a lot of time.

Hi there, hope you are keeping well and hope to see you back again soon with more good car videos...

Don’t apologise for these smaller jobs. Great content as always. Pleasure to watch the project coming along.

Was looking at the electronic connectors myself,now I seen you use them , will be getting myself a set.thanks for the input.🤗

my 2008 2.0 petrol in zetec trim has covered 164k miles and has had the following in my 3 years of ownership: Luk clutch kit, inlet manifold, drives shafts, front and rear wheel bearings, all new suspension(monroe), map sensor, iridium plugs, battery, intermotor fuel pump, fuel injectors off a low mileage scrapper and a auxiliary belt kit too. I'm the second owner the previous was a female doctor. the bodywork has some wear and tear but the interior is mint. I love the duratec engine, it pulls nice and has a camchain too and despite its mileage runs nice and quiet.

Very satisfying to sort these issues that others just ignored :-) Nice work James

Another thumbs up here for those solder connectors. Used them recently on my Astra. Very easy to do a neat and professional job very quickly 👍🏻

Hi James, brilliant video,worth the 45 min watch,the Mondeo looks better with the parts you have bought,the exterior video will definitely be worth another look at.

I've been watching your videos for some time now. I enjoy them very much and look forward to the next job. I've got a BMW Msport coupe. I like to do all my own repairs and servicing. Keep the fixes coming they're great. Thanks Graham.

Hope everything is ok with you james? Looking forward to you releasing more content.

Missing you. Looking forward to some more vids from you. Take care!

Cracking work.... water in the boot, it’s a pain in the arse to narrow down as water has ‘narrow shoulders’ 😁 ... you done good tracking it down so quickly 👍

Very informative video. Having purchased a mk4 mondeo myself. I have noticed a slight rattle coming from either drivers side b pillar or rear drivers door. It's slight but annoying. I've stripped the b pillar and stuck double sided foam 3m tape anywhere I was suspicious could be the source. It's still there. Next job remove rear drivers side door card see what I can see! Keep up the good work

Wonder how you are now, sending you best wishes and look forward to seeing you back on here. All them tool's resting in the shed. Go out and have a play with the welder etc. Always cheers me up.

@flippingcarsrepairs

Жыл бұрын

I no such a shame 😞

I keep checking to see if u have uploaded but hopefully another wicked video soon keep up the good work

I've never seen those solder connectors used before. Looks a neat fix. Great video.

Really enjoyed this video, thought the solder connectors were a good idea. Regarding the boot leak, another common source of water getting into the boot, is in heavy rain, the water runs part way down the side channels and then drips into the boot. To avoid this part open the hatch, let the water drain and then fully open it.

Hoping everything is well, find myself browsing your old videos and reminiscing

@TheSavageGarage

Жыл бұрын

Cheers Darren for coming back!

@richardbartholomew7924

Жыл бұрын

@@TheSavageGarage where u been mate love watching your videos mate as love cars

@flippingcarsrepairs

Жыл бұрын

Totaly agree that's why i started my one similier as he was my inspiration 😁👍👍

@game4alaughman

Жыл бұрын

@@TheSavageGarage hey 😢missing your channel, you taught me brake lines, please do some more vids bud 😊

Can't believe this video is 45min 🤣 your perfect camera recording angles and talking make it so satisfying to watch! AMAZING!

I saw those electrical connectors in a video a few weeks ago, they look ace and will give them a go. These are the types of jobs I love doing. so satisfying, top vid mate.

Such a decent job on the headlight connector 👍 ....another cause of water in the boot can be when people try to use the spray during the winter. If it's frozen the pressure can pop apart the water line in the roof/boot on some cars.

Hope all is well Jimmy boy, Missing your Fab uploads, Take care Hope your family are well too. Kind Regards ....... Barry,

That was 4 jobs done in one video good stuff 😊👍

Hi mate I also had the soaking wet headlight problem. Sealing it up didn't work, so had to get a replacement used part. My connector plug was also broken at the clip (they are horrible to get off and end up breaking I think), but it still fitted on ok and seems to be staying on by itself so thankfully I didn't yet need to splice in a new connector - but its good to see how you did it in case I need to in the future. One thing I did need to do after fitting the new headlight is get into the car config using Forscan and run a headlight calibration service procedure in order to clear the dashboard warning. Also hoping to fit some new numberplates, the bonnet gas struts and replace all the interior lights with LEDs. Hope to see more of your videos in future!

Blockage in Sunroof channels, front cowl drains, and rear hatch drain channels will cause major problems if dead leaves, acorns, pine needles, grime and debris aren’t regularly wiped away. Nice job James on fixing the leaks and the mirror, bad luck on the headlight harness. Stuff happens.

Thought of you the other day and hope you're doing well James. Hope you're still tuning up your car even if you aren't uploading anymore. I know you struggled with the haters but I hope one day you will be back but better than ever!

I cant wait seeing some new vids from you. I was always enjoying your videos and you motivated me to work more on my own car and teaching myself some new skills. But for now - i have to rewatch older videos But i see you are liking and commenting some recent posts under here so i hope you are doing well. Hope your private thinks are get sorted if there are any. greetings from a german fan ;)

Great video as always mate. Car coming along nicely! That hail was something else though. UK going threw some weird spells lately.

Hi James nice one for finding the water leak thay can be a pain to find some times I used to have to find water my self on cars when I was a mechanic also nice wiring on the head lamp connector you would think it was factory and not been repaired another good job as always 👍

How is the mondeo ST rust repair holding up what u did on the edge of the front window?

Hey man. I have a 2010 mondeo Titanium X and I had a small pond in my spare wheel well which resulted in lots of mould etc. The leak for me was coming through the wiring grommets that come from the boot lid in to the car body. I put some black silicone round each one on either side and it cured it.

@sijames2928

3 жыл бұрын

What I also did was remove the trim on each side and cleaned the insolation as mine was moldy and full of water.

@sijames2928

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I did hence why I went a little further and advised drying out the insolation behind the carpets as it will be moldy.....

Great video! The reason of the water ingress on the headlight is the missing round shaped rubber cover (cornering light cover). It is visible when you removed the headlight. Another possible cause might be missing/broken plastic back cover or it’s tabs. The rust is coming from the afs actuator motor which is situated near to the bottom of the headlight. When that much water gets in the motor is literally under water which makes it corrode and malfunction. Actually you can disassemble the headlight connector and replace the housing, but it will not worth doing. The connector will stay firmly connected without the plastic locking tab. This locking tab thingy is the first thing to break off if you not familiar with how to undo the connector. :)

These fixes are what make your channel watchable James -great as usual !

Hope all is well, watched your channel for years. Hopefully your back soon buddy 😊

Just want to say I love all your videos, your friendly, and you don’t swear or use rude words which is hard to find now, so thank you 😊 my dad and I watch all your videos, you’ve inspired me so much, iv bought a mk5 fiesta black edition 1.25 and iv just rebuilt the engine, your videos has helped a lot! Hope your doing okay

@flippingcarsrepairs

Жыл бұрын

Wow keep it up 👍👍👍

I recently went to an auction that sells off cars used in the funeral business. I just missed out on a 2011 MK4 mondeo estate 2.2 titanium X sport in panther black. The car was stunning but the bids went just above my set limit. I ended up with a pretty basic MK4 mondeo estate that I'm going to use for my dog walking business. Now I'm obsessed with the idea of tarting it up to look a bit like the titanium X sport I missed out on. I always like to put my own stamp on my cars anyway and did so with my Mk2 focus which I fit the genuine ST sideskirts and ST spoiler (waited until some popped up on ebay the same colour as my car) with some decent ford 17" wheels. Only subtle changes but looks much nicer than the other basic climate models. Good luck with your project! I'll be following along for ideas.

That was a nice video, enjoyed seeing all the jobs you done. Those Rola plates look really good, might have to get some to replace mine. They just look so clean and neat.

You just made my evening 😀, best youtube channel

I hope your doing OK old lad and it would be nice to see some more videos miss your content

Muuuuum... That man is outside again talking to his cars... Great vid as always mate, keep them coming!

New to the channel - Love that repairing on the drive way doesn’t put you off 👍

Missed this guys videos hope he's safe and sound we are all battling our own demons 🙏🙏

@BH-tp3pm

Жыл бұрын

What’s up with him man?

Hope everything's okay, we need this channel back in our lives as one of the previous comments said your the people's mechanic 👍🏻

@flippingcarsrepairs

Жыл бұрын

Totaly agree that's why i started my one similier as he was my inspiration 😁👍👍

Absolutely amazing job James. I had a hidden leak in the boot of my car. Turned out to be a leaking washer pipe

Hope your ok james! Miss your regular uploads. It was thanks to your channel from the start that made me create my own automotive KZread channel. Look forward to your next upload

do a chalk test on the boot run chalk around boot seal and if it runs theres yr entry point

Ford does offer (at least in the US) connector pigtail kits to allow you to replace a bad connector by cutting the wires and soldering to the new pigtail ends. That connector is the same one that my 2013 Focus ST uses, and probably many other Fords too. As far as the clip goes, they are very easily broken (I broke both of mine!) but fortunately my connectors do stay put with friction alone...:) But you CAN purchase that plug separately, as well as a special tool to de pin-it - let me know if you want the part numbers! Update - obviously I should have watched to the end before commenting! Lol. You did exactly what I would have done to fix the headlight connector. In fact I will be doing that to my own eventually!

I have the same problem with my mondeo with the rain water getting in, I'll be checking the rubber things tomorrow. Cheers

I had a similar water ingress problem on a rubber grommet. I'm guessing as the rubber gets older it shrinks. I ended up using some plumbers mate. Worked a treat 👍

Theres something about keeping an older car on the road. I bought a 2004 Subaru legacy nearly 4 years ago for 1k. I've put 100k on it in that time as I drive all over the country and aside from regular maintenance and a timing belt it's been bulletproof. 280k now and still strong!! 👍👍

Gone photonic on us!

Ive had the same pond in my mondeo st boot. Never new where it came from but ill take a look at my seals too hopefully mines just the same issue. Great fix :)

I use those solder but connectors all the time now. I repair trailers and spend a lot of time replacing lights for new units. The trailers are mostly plant or horse trailers so are up to their axles in mud most the time and I’ve never had a issue after using these. Used to get a lot of problems with normal crimps and tape.

I hope you are ok! loved to watch you videos, hope you start uploading again in the future.

that headlight was stained worse than a bathroom at a shady petrol station

Enjoying these videos. Hello from the US. Keep up the great work - wish we had received the Mondeo back in the day.

Missing your videos James hope every thing is OK with you

I always enjoyed your content James hope you return soon, i hope all is good with you and your family, atb Steve

We need you back buddy you have come so far don’t stop

Damn James you're firing on all 8 cylinders! Keep it up mate, I really enjoy those little fixes 😁

Hi James hope your keeping well! Enjoy your christmas and hope to see you return to youtube in the new year 👍

I was shouting at the laptop when you were trying to find where the water was coming in......."ITS UP HIGHER" Common Mondeo Fault

@crnf87

3 жыл бұрын

I had the same thing on my 06 Focus. The roof is glued to the sides of the Car and this glue tends to crack. Common Ford fault of tha era.

@wpdoolan68

3 жыл бұрын

i had the same problem with water in boot of 08 mondeo hatch back was coming in the rubber gators on wires at top siliconed them up and that sorted it

Great video and fantastic work on the headlight wiring, nice job 👏

like you i thought those connectors were a bit of a joke but tried them and use them all the time now. so much easier than soldering. highly recommended 👍

Hi James, I was thinking about you recently too mate and I loved your content it was always informative and great content too, so I hope your well and all the best for your future and whatever your going to do 👍

@flippingcarsrepairs

Жыл бұрын

Totaly agree that's why i started my one similier as he was my inspiration 😁👍👍

It's 3:28am sitting in my room stoned listening to music just thought to myself.... I wonder if savage garage still has his fiesta

Watched your channel when I was younger learnt allot from you made some great content, will you make a comeback ? Would love to see you on KZread again plus ur addiction for tools matched mine lols hope everything is okay James 👌

Hi, hope everything is ok!!!! Not seen any content for a while? Always enjoyed you’re approach to problems

Hiya bro when will you be coming back we all miss ya buddy hope everything is OK cos not seen any videos lately come back with some great content bro xxxxxx

Maybe he’s read the comments and just thinks “What’s the fucking point”😂😂😂

It was good to watch that leak being investigated and treated. Over last winter, I got really bad condensation on the inside of my Mondeo's windows. I'm guessing water is getting in.

As for the water in the boot, it might be worth checking under the rear bumper. There are two vents either side that are designed to let the air out of the car when you've got the blowers on etc, but nothing in. But they get clogged and perish and so let water in. I had a 2013 focus with the same issue and that was the problem. Hope this helps!

Got to say I miss the content on this channel. The video's were really helpful. Just hope everything is good and hopefully 1 day we will start seeing videos again 👌

@flippingcarsrepairs

5 ай бұрын

such a shame he was a inspirational to start mine 😢

My MK4 2.0 TDCI ran and ran, refused to break down, I traded it in with 380k km and NEVER had any unplanned repairs. The most expensive investment was a new timing belt at 200k. I loved that car.

@Leslienewman12

3 жыл бұрын

I drove all models of Mondeos all my working life doing hundreds of thousands of miles including MK4 which was the best car of of them all they never let me down Fords are great cars.

Another great video James Mondeo is coming along nicely keep up the great work

One overlooked source of mystery load area leaks is the rear screen washer jet. Rubber and plastic pioes split or go hard, then don't seal tight on the ribbed jet connector, leaking when it's used. Older pipes can also go brittle and split or crack where they flex as the load door opens.

Keeping my subscription to watch this man return in 2022

@LeezyPD170

Жыл бұрын

Right here with you!

@flippingcarsrepairs

Жыл бұрын

Same 😁👍👍👍

@THExPsyGamerx

Жыл бұрын

one week to go

Does your neighbour ever actually leave their house? That car in the background is always there without fail. 😂

@martinfreekie7659

3 жыл бұрын

He leaves the house and interrupts filming in one of the old videos.😄

For the leak check the seam joint with the top of the roof/door/hatch/roof rail trim. I had a leak form both sides on my MK2 Focus, found that the seam seal had dried out become brittle and fell off along with the paint, i just cleaned up, painted with scratch repair kit filled any possible gaps with liquid gasket seal

Lovely Jubbly video, well worth the full watch James.

Come on man give us an update hope your ok hope this ain’t the end