Great video! A teacher once told our class that a presentation should be like a woman's skirt......long enough to cover the subject, but short enough to keep it interesting ;-)

@themechanic6117

5 жыл бұрын

Never heard that before . 😁👍 that's cool lol. Thanks for watching.

@mzolist

4 жыл бұрын

Your teacher was a legend lol

@gianskys

2 жыл бұрын

Road Code.

my coworker bought one and about three days later i needed to use it on a toyota. it got the job done and i made 1.8 labor hours yesterday. i then bought one for $16 dollars today. the sizes arent great but it worked.

The stop motion was cool. Good video. I think I’m going to get the tool with the 25% off today.

This is a really excellent video showing the use of this tool. The monologue was to the point and succinct. The bit of whimsy was a pleasant addition making the video all the more interesting. THANKS!

@themechanic6117

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and commenting. Glad you enjoyed it.

I LOVE this tool. Absolutely can't live without it.

@themechanic6117

3 жыл бұрын

Its a nice tool to have

On my car (2001 Nissan Maxima) the flats on my tie rod (both OEM and replacement) were very slightly smaller than the 1 3/16" adapter, so using the locking mechanism to hold the adapter firmly in line with the tool really helped to do the job

And this is why I LOVE KZread. Great job on the review and video style!

@themechanic6117

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I appreciate the comment

Yo, loved the editing! Great description of the job and tools used and fave tools!

Thanks for the tool review! Great job on the video too. I appreciate the time lapse photography, it was a great special effect. You have a lot going for you. Keep up the good work!

@themechanic6117

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the great comment! 👍😊

This is a very well thought out, informative, and concise video with no bullshit. Bravo.

@themechanic6117

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

Good job and I like the spooky moving ghost adapters, plus the little man in the background.

@themechanic6117

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you. That was my son playing in the garage lol

I made a photo-slideshow of using one of these. I used jack stand, to prop up the end. Huge leverage, no loss to deflection, if holding by hand. All of the rotational torque is applied.

Awesome video. @1:59, I usually leave the nut on the bolt when I tap the stubborn bolt out. That way I don't have to re-insert the bolt and twist on the nut. Maybe it's not too important to others, or maybe it's not an issue. But I think it helps save the tread, especially if the bolt will be used again. I know tie rods, the entire rod is being replaced, nut and bolt too. Thank you for the video.

You had me at the stop motion bro and the choice of music. And thanks for the assist with the video. Need this tool to finish my car repair. This video also has a bit of a FLCL vibe to it.

One of the best tool review that I have seen on KZread. Nice done!

@themechanic6117

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I Appreciate the comment

I just bought one of these today. I'll be rebuilding the front suspension on the wife's '06 Trailblazer next weekend. I have the outer tie rods, the inners and new boots are on the way!

The stop motion was great. I have this tool and have used it a few times---works great.

@themechanic6117

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

Thanks for the video🤘🔥. 98 Jetta GLX rebuild self taught :)

@themechanic6117

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

Excellent Vid Sir!! I especially appreciate the close up shot of sliding the 17mm adapter into place. I ordered same tool from Harbor Freight and as soon as I receive it I will replace tie rods on my 2012 Civic. Thanks!

@themechanic6117

4 жыл бұрын

Nice! Hopefully it works out for you

The Force is strong with this one 💪

I just used one on my 2007 toyota camry. I worked great. I am glad i bought it!

@themechanic6117

5 жыл бұрын

Great! The the price you can't beat it 👍

Well done. Here is the best look at this great tool in-use on KZread hands-down. Thank you.

@themechanic6117

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@TralfazConstruction

4 жыл бұрын

@@themechanic6117 I'm going to dive-in and rebuild the suspension on an '08 Yukon Denali XL including struts and shocks with the resistor bypass to the Autoride suspension. I last did something similar on a '93 Sierra 1500 pickup fifteen years ago. I'm just waiting for it to get cold and for the parts and this tool to arrive. Best wishes and Happy Thanksgiving.

I really like the stop-motion you've done here! Awesome! Informative video too, so that's great!

@themechanic6117

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed. Thanks for watching

@riddempestcontrol8601

3 жыл бұрын

Subbed for the stop motion

Great video…straight to the point

Great informative no nonsense video. Two 👍👍 straight up n down.

@themechanic6117

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching

Heck yeah. Great video. Excellent editing

@themechanic6117

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

Best video on this topic.😊

I’m a new subscriber and thank you very much for going into detail on how to use that tool. I am from the old school I’m 60 years old and back in my day we did not have the specialty tools that are coming out every day nowadays you know what I mean I know that was kind of confusing ha ha ha ha but thank you so much sir I appreciate the video looking forward to many more videos you put out and I pray to my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ to bring you lots of love peace prosperity for you your family and all your friends. Merry Christmas and remember the reason for the season is our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ so repent and accept our Lord and Savior into your heart so you can be saved because we are living in the end times. ✝️✝️✝️🙏🏻🇺🇸

Doing the inner/outer rods this weekend on a 2012 Ford Focus. Great tip turning the wheel in order to get to the inner rod easier. Thx

@themechanic6117

3 жыл бұрын

Good luck

What a great video, everyone can watch how the HF tool works with the tie rod inner. Thank you so much.

@sonnynguyen8012

3 жыл бұрын

Do we need the alignment wheels after installing the tie rod? Please let me know. Thank you.

@themechanic6117

3 жыл бұрын

Yes you should get an alignment after tie rods get changed

Its a very good tool, I bought one today and it worked flawless

@themechanic6117

2 жыл бұрын

When it fits your cars it works well 👍

Awesome video! Thank you!!

@themechanic6117

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

liked the video as soon as the stop motion started lol good vid my guy

Nice thank you for the video!! You've got yourself a new subscriber 😁

@themechanic6117

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I appreciate it

Thanks I'm going to have to get my tie rod replacement done but they want $1500 to get it done looks like I'm going to save $1300 to do it myself I appreciate guys like you

@themechanic6117

2 жыл бұрын

$1500 for tie rods?? I charge $150 to do all 4 🤣 on most cars

Winner video. I like the way you discussed alternatives, especially the option in some cars to do this with hand tools. Looks like a thin set of gooseneck pliers might fit in there, though it would be hard to achieve the adequate torque to overcome red locktite.

@themechanic6117

3 жыл бұрын

When it comes to inner tie rods one tool isnt enough. Ive learned this the hard way lol

Renting it plus a balljoint press since i would probably only use it twice in my life👍👍👍

Outstanding video.

@themechanic6117

Жыл бұрын

Thank you

Nice review. Thanks it was very informative. I might have to get one of these.

@themechanic6117

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting 👍

Awesome video bro, nice demonstration and funny stop motion. I like your video editing skills for sure

@themechanic6117

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you ! 👍💪

The stop motion was super cool

@themechanic6117

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

Many thanks! Been fighting a Gen 2 Prius all day that someone rounded the lock nut off on the outer tie rod, so decided to pull the whole assembly. Of course the inner is frozen just as tight, and I had a 3/8"drive clamp on tool, but it was useless (except for snapping extensions). Gonna pick one of these up first thing tomorrow.

@themechanic6117

11 ай бұрын

This is the best tool I've found for inner tie rods. As long as it fits its golden. Doesn't fit some cars. I'd recommend using 1/2 drive. 3/8 will keep breaking kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZYCdxsGPqbrPdpM.html

When u di that hand thing and tire went off , that's high level skill right tgere

@themechanic6117

Жыл бұрын

Years of practice

@MrRush240

Жыл бұрын

@@themechanic6117 understood sensei.

Great clip Good instructions

@themechanic6117

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you, thanks for watching.

Nice production 👍

@themechanic6117

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you

Thanks for the information brother👍

@themechanic6117

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

like your video...that was fun to wach

Great job thanks for sharing

@themechanic6117

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

It worked on my ranger yesterday. New tie rods!!

@themechanic6117

5 жыл бұрын

Nice! Getting done yourself is a good feeling 💪don't forget about the wheel alignment

Very good job brother.

@themechanic6117

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

Thanks great video!!

@themechanic6117

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

I just changed the inner tie rods on my 2012 4x4 ram pick up, 4X4, and tried to use this tool. However none of the inserts were big enough. Still I was able to file out the biggest one and get it to fit but even then the tool would not work even with a air gun. Whoever last serviced this truck, I bought it used, had over-torques these and only a pipe wrench and a sledgehammer finally broke them free. To boot, they apparently put red thread locker on the alignment locking nut and I could never get that loosened until I had the whole tie rod removed. Regardless, for the price it seems well-made and I would certainly try it again on another vehicle. Good video.

@themechanic6117

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you got it done. The tools works well when things are right. In your case where someone put red thread locker , that's unfortunate

@Veemteem

Ай бұрын

Alot of new inner tie rods come with loctite to use. I think its for safety

@scothunter3221

Ай бұрын

@@Veemteem yes, but usually blue, not red. Red is the “permanent“ one that in theory you can only loosen by using heat. \

Good info video, thanks for sharing.....

That stop motion was on point boi

@themechanic6117

6 жыл бұрын

+Ants In My Eyes Johnson thanks !! 👌💪

Just bought one. Worked on my 97 Honda CRV.

@themechanic6117

5 жыл бұрын

Nice. I've found some cars it doesn't work on but it's nice if it fits your personal car👍

great camera work clear shots plenty of light

@themechanic6117

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 💪

Bro! Your video brought me back to the days of Gumby and Pokey and then also to the days of eureeka's Castle. Stop animation I love it. I honestly wish they would bring it back a little bit. On top of all of that your video was very informative I am now going to Harbor Freight to buy the tool and I also know how to use it.

@themechanic6117

5 жыл бұрын

Ahhh the good old days 😁👍 it's tedious work but the I enjoyed making the video. Thanks for watching 👍

@dannysautorepair

4 жыл бұрын

@@themechanic6117 will this work on a 05 civic lx inner tie rod

I just rented one from Advance Auto. This was before I ended up changing the entire rack & pinion. That OEM inner rod was stuck bad!

I was looking to buy this tool and it lead me to your video. Awesome review and i love all the small animations in it. Subscribed for sure. Keep the good videos coming.

@themechanic6117

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you 👍👍

@kristopherhill2740

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you and keep at it dude. Also glad to see people bringing there kids out and showing them the way.

@themechanic6117

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks I appreciate it. I'm waiting for my kids to get a little older to really start teaching them 👍

@kristopherhill2740

5 жыл бұрын

Its never to early. When my daughter was 3 she would hand me the tools and had a 85% accuracy for the right tool. Still awesome either way.

@themechanic6117

5 жыл бұрын

That's cool. I plan on trying to get them into the garage this summer

Just bought it a couple weeks ago. Works well.

@themechanic6117

6 жыл бұрын

Michael Burrows it sure does, thanks for watching.

@pablogomez7519

5 жыл бұрын

Im thinking of getting one. Would an impct gun work on it or stick to a ratchet and breaker?

Gonna try this out, they didn't have it at AutoZone near me....should have tried advance but I was fustrated blaring the Plumbers tongue. Wanted to get my wheel straight before it goes to mechanic for Timing Belt and Valve Clearance and pray it doesn't need a head gasket. thks for the Smiles Cloud Kicka.

Nice motion stop editing! I have one of these. When you consider buying one, check to make sure that the crowsfeet will fit and LOCK into the adapter properly. The first one that I bought did not, so I had to return and replace it.

@themechanic6117

6 жыл бұрын

+Rob's Wrenches thank you, definitely a lot of work. thanks for the tip ! Harbor freight is so far away from me that I would rather grind the crowsfeet to make them fit before driving back to HF lol.

Good video thanks. I have this tool and gonna give it a try on my Ford Explorer. ( I saw the boss walk by checking up on you at about 3:50)

@themechanic6117

3 жыл бұрын

😂 yeah they're always lurking

I bought this tool on sale for itc at $25.99 and I have been more than happy with it let's face it most of these tie rod tools do the exact same thing so buying one for the best price is a must

@themechanic6117

3 жыл бұрын

Definitely a tool worth having and i can agree with your statement. Some companies just offer more size attachments than others

@matolittleelkwells5377

3 жыл бұрын

@@themechanic6117 I'm curious if those other fittings fit the hf tie rod tool cause I'm sure you can buy them cheaper on eBay than on the snapon or matco truck

@themechanic6117

3 жыл бұрын

I have the HF tool and the same tool by OEM, the adapters are not interchangeable without modifying

@matolittleelkwells5377

3 жыл бұрын

@@themechanic6117 a little grinding modification or something more serious

@themechanic6117

3 жыл бұрын

The problem is if you modify them to fit the othe brand then they no longer fit the the tube that was supplied with the adapters

Awesome thanks

@themechanic6117

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching

Inner Tie Rod Removal kit is 40$ still. I bought it after the "Master" OEM from the auto store didn't fit. I have the clip on my Accord and wasnt sure if I could rip it off or not but I'm glad you pointed it out because tbh I couldn't figure out why the 17mm adapter didn't fit. I removed everything else no problem but the inner was all issues. And I've gone through 20ish videos and forums looking for answers. Pointing the clip out is worth a sub I think.

@themechanic6117

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you got it sorted out 👍

You're editing is just incredible. Thanks for the tip for the tool!

@themechanic6117

6 жыл бұрын

DE Nichols thank you,I appreciate you watching. 👍

@DENicholsAutoBravado

6 жыл бұрын

Hey. No problem. I'm discovering all kinds of talent hoping for the subscription support in return. Steve Rob sent me. :)

Nice job! Liked how your son is in the mix, mine like to get in and help too!

@themechanic6117

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you 👍 he's not much of a help at his age lol

Thanks for taking the time. It really does clear up some questions about investing in another Harbor Freight tool. Also,,,, Thanks for the reminder about using the 20% off coupon. Right now this tool is $39.00 +tax - 20% is 31.20 +tax. It seems well worth the investment. - any help in grabbing some a comfortable distance for working under the vehicle is extremely appreciated.

@themechanic6117

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting. I appreciate it. The coupon is a must, it does have every adapter you'll need for various cars but if it has the one for your car you're golden. I have a review of a more affordable option for doing inner tie rods. That tool I use more often and works great

I rented 1 yesterday and didnt even use it or need it, a pipe wrench works great

good video, bro! I got the rent a tool from auto zone but this is pretty basic on showing me how to use the tool. thanks!

@themechanic6117

4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome.thanks for watching

👏🏼 easy!

thanks

Great demonstration !!!! I know people like the free loaner tool program at parts stores but beware . Those tools are often beat to heck. I.E. a 36mm clutch fan wrench can be closer to 40mm than 36mm. Save the frustration and buy good tools at a decent price when you can. Your lucky to have such a handsome son.

@themechanic6117

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! And you're correct about those loaner tools being beat up!

Thanks. Very well done. Short and to the point. Not a lot of time wasting jibber jabber like some youtube videos. Looks like the tool would make a great billy club too.

@themechanic6117

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yeah you can do some damage with it 😂

The animated tool movement reminded me of Gumby

@themechanic6117

11 ай бұрын

Definitely lol

GREAT

Good video

@themechanic6117

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

And the nice thing about it is, if you need more Crowfoot wrenches, lisle sells them,and they will fit in that same tool i e 29 mm Lisle will work .

@themechanic6117

5 жыл бұрын

Nice to know

Great tool but as with most of these videos no one seem to address holding the rack shaft while removing the ITR. If you see at 3:56 there are clearly shoulders on the rack shaft where a ~26-30mm narrow open end wrench is meant to go. This holds the rack in place while the large amount of torque is applied to the ITR. Doing it like you did although works totally disregards this. Those shoulders are put there for a reason so not using a second wrench may end up damaging the internals if the rack and that would really screw up your day. Other than that key point great video.

@artsnow8872

2 жыл бұрын

My thoughts, exactly; but, the tool MAY cover that area when it is fully installed. With as much torque as some may require, it is safer for the internals to use a wrench to hold the shaft, if possible.

Someone give this man a kiss.

@TheDickMan_

4 жыл бұрын

JackMcHawk hi Jack

@TheDickMan_

4 жыл бұрын

JackMcHawk ummmm... I might need help

nice video

@themechanic6117

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

Well done. Used a torque wrench...good for you.

Awsime😊

I think I have one somewhere :) took a lot of time to produce a high quality vid like the. Nice one buddy.

@themechanic6117

6 жыл бұрын

+STEVE ROB REVIEWS thanks Steve ! The stop motion takes up the most time but it's worth it .

The review was solid, the video was outstanding but the editing was out of control! Hey, I got your sticker, Thanks. Your's is on the way.

@themechanic6117

6 жыл бұрын

wyattoneable thanks ,really appreciate it. Nice, I'm glad you received my sticker 👍

You can save even more money by renting this tool from O'Reilly Auto Parts. In other words, free if you return it.

@johncaudell1618

4 жыл бұрын

Yes it’s very convenient to rent it but if you do this work a lot for other people then Yourself for side work then it’s really nice to own the tool and have it on hand whenever you’ll need it.

@potardo9851

4 жыл бұрын

I find it better to buy the cheaper tool considering it can take a month to get your deposit back from the rental tool after returning due to how O'reilly's return process goes.

@HbEthan.

3 жыл бұрын

Also the the rental is 100$ too. so buy the 40$ wrather than deal with the o reilly's return process

@OctogonOxygen024816

3 жыл бұрын

@@johncaudell1618 I use it more than 5 times then I'll buy it

@rosalinaperaza4956

2 жыл бұрын

El precio son 40 dollar por la herramienta in harbor free

3:50 I see the head mechanic walking by....

Does this work for a 2023 Honda ridgeline

👍🏼

Not only it works its cheap

Just used this tool on an 06 Tacoma 4x4. The inner tie rods are just too beefy to fit into the tool with the adapter. I was able to get them off using an adjustable wrench.

@themechanic6117

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah unfortunately it dorsnt work for every inner tie rod. I have two other videos on inner tie rod tools

Nice job... reviewing the tool What made you remove the inner tie rod ? just comparing my problem , at accelerating goes to my left

@themechanic6117

3 жыл бұрын

Tie rod was worn out. Check your car for loose tie rods or ball joints

How often do you uses just the pliers or how often can you get the pliers up in there vs having to use the inner tie rod tool? Can you do most cars with a adjustable plumbers wrench. Basically i see how it all goes its all about the c-clip grabbing the back of the inner tie rod so you can get the thread part unscrewed thats before the ball in the inner tie rod. So if you where to always beable to get that wrench around the back of the inner tie rod you wouldn't really need the tool. But you would need the tool to torque to spec's a new inner tie rod on. So its a pretty useful tool.

@themechanic6117

5 жыл бұрын

I got used to using the pliers when I worked at a shop since the car would be up on a lift. Now that I work work jack stands out my garage it's almost impossible to use the plier method. My new favorite inner tie rod tool is an inexpensive tool I got off eBay. I have a video reviewing it.

I just picked it up on clearance for $16 at Harbor freight

@themechanic6117

5 ай бұрын

Pretty good deal

Question: my 2012 focus says the locking nut between the inner and outer should be torqued at 66lbs. How is that possible. Must mean just make sure it’s tight. Any help will help lower my stress level.

@themechanic6117

3 жыл бұрын

Just tighten it the best you can with a wrench and it'll be fine. There's a tool for torquing nuts like that but its expensive.i dont even own one

Can you use an impact with the tie rod tool for removal or will that put too much stress on the rack?

@themechanic6117

3 жыл бұрын

Technically you can but its not made for that and will wear out your tool quickly

I just picked this up on clearance for 17bucks. I haven't needed it yet. But for $17.00, I couldn't pass it up.

Don’t you have to hold the shaft in place bc the stress of turning it can damage it? Working on a 96 tacoma

@themechanic6117

11 ай бұрын

No. It'll be fine. I've done many tie rods and never had or heard of a issue like that

It seems loosening/torquing the inner tie rod without holding the Rack & Pinion inner connecting point would put a lot of stress to the inner part of the rack, no? This tool is great but one has to find away to prevent putting stress on the R&P.. just my opinion anyways..