2013: "hey guys" 2020: "HEYYYY GUYSSSS!!"

I know you take your time to put these videos to help other people such as myself who knows very little about cars. What you also do is give people the push to try and do these things themselves instead of going to the dealer and pay their high cost. I truly appreciate the time and effort you take to do all these videos to give us an option of doing these things ourselves or taking it to a dealer. I also want to say as Dr. Ronnie Pace said 5yrs ago in his post, you do an amazing job communicating on how to do these fixes in a clear and concise way, so the average Joe Schmo "Like Me" can do this. Thank you Chris.

@chrisfix

4 жыл бұрын

I'm glad the videos are helpful! Thanks a lot!

@Chevy-f4l

11 ай бұрын

​@@chrisfix lol looks like you need a filler plug on that hairline lol

I think you did an excellent job communicating how to do this. Clear and to the point. Great job!

@chrisfix

9 жыл бұрын

Ronnie Pace Thanks Ronnie!

great video. thanks to this I turned the $150 job the mechanic charged me into a $30 job

@somesaying1542

3 жыл бұрын

2021: $600 into $30

Your videos, Chris, are always visually excellent, clear andconcise, and well edited. Thank you.

By far the most clear, concise, and well communicated "how to" video I have seen. Thanks for the help!

I have seen so many videos, so far you are the best 👍

I never comment on KZread videos but I gotta say. You do great work. Very simplistic yet great information in your videos. Thank you very much

I've watched 4 other vids on this and none of them were as good. Thanks for all the details!

You’ve came along ways with your videos 👍🏾

@chrisfix

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks

Very easy to follow, well explained, and properly prepared. Thanks for teaching me!

Chris, Thanks for this video, I just changed the diff oil in my wife's jeep liberty. It was pretty easy to do it simply following your instructions in the video. Regards from Juarez, Mexico.

@chrisfix

9 жыл бұрын

Alberto Ríos Awesome Alberto! That is what my videos are all about so thanks for letting me know! Thanks for the shout out from Juarez, Mexico!

Great video. Easy to follow and includes important tips to ensure all goes smoothly. Saved me a good chunk of cash by doing it myself. Thanks Chrisfix!

excellent vid, straight to the point, clear and precise with and added bonus the torque vid, 3 thumbs up

Super great video! Thanks a lot brotha! Was able to do the exact same that you did on this vid. On my 1995 Ford F-150. Super simple steps (explained by you of course), excellent way to help out with the tools/materials needed before hand! I've never done more than an oil change, mechanically speaking, so this was great! Thank again! 😊

Great video man! Nice quick, to the point. No useless talk / bullshit. Very good quality. Very helpful. Thanks!

Nice Job! Thanks for taking the time to put this video out there.

Thanks for keeping it real simple, Also your video is excellent, I’m teaching my grandson and this really makes it easy for an 11year old.

Good job, Chris. Always easy to understand.

i love all these videos. Thanks Chris

Your videos are untouchable!!! 👍

Outstanding video. Clear and concise.

Great video, very detailed and simple instructions.

Thanks for this video Chris. Now I'm going to attempt doing my differential fluid myself..

very well explained great job thanks for posting

Excellent video.

Another excellent video Chris!

@chrisfix

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

excellant video, very easy to follow and clear camera angles.

@chrisfix

8 жыл бұрын

+Kenposaber 808 Thanks!

Thanks for your videos. I did mine buy just using a pump and hose to remove the fluid and then pumped new fluid back in. Took about 5 min. Not as thorough as your method but it is good enough for my old car to have 90-95% of the fluid changed.

Thank you so much for this cool video.

Great instruction video, I found it very useful 👍

Very helpful. Thanks for taking the time to make this.

@chrisfix

9 жыл бұрын

Bcc074 No problem! Glad the video was helpful! New automotive 'how to' videos every Thursday and most Mondays so stay tuned!

Using this Video to work on my 1971 GTO. Thanks Chris!

Great video!

Your the man Chris love you brother have a blessed day

I love at the end “check out these other videos I did” and you see another one or two that saved your ass already 😂

Hey Chris!! Thank you 🙏🏾

Great video, thank you!

This is exactly what I needed. A very clear view of everything plus expert advice. Superb video editing chris that was pleasing to watch. You are very talented thank you!

VERY informative!!! My 14 year old son is comfortable doing this now. Great video ChrisFix!!!

@chrisfix

10 жыл бұрын

Awesome! That is exactly what I love to hear! Teach 'em young! Happy Holidays!

Great vid. Thanks.

I like the video good job everything worked out fine thank you

hey its your head! thanks for the videos i love you

Quick an simple man thanks

great and cleaning work thanx alot

Thank you so much for this.

Thank you Chris :)

Excellent video! How could you not like this video if you are serious about making fluid change?

awesome video, i dont have a torque wrench but ima go for it anyway :) thanks from so cal usa 87 4x4 ranger

thank, you for you're video.

Nice vid

Great video. Only one comment I have is cleaning a lot before removing the filler plug and cover would be a good idea. Just using a wire brush and clean because differentials really hate dirt and contaminants. Cover the gears with a towel when you’re cleaning the surface to assure nothing gets inside. 👌

That 8.8 diff is not at all “hard to find a gasket for”, but you’re correct RTV works just fine. It’s good to clean out the “sump” area , the deep part just inside the bottom. Use a few paper towels or a rag to soak up and wipe out. That’s where the “gunk” will be.

good summary

this is an excellent video.

@chrisfix

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot!

How about some new shocks Chris! Lol. Love the videos!

it was cool. thanks chris

Very good

Do you have a video where you replace/upgrade gear ratio? I want to do gears on my truck and your videos are great and very detailed. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

just wanted to add, some rear differentials also house "differential speed sensors." They to have a magnet on the tip that collects metal flakes and sludge. Im just saying that it may be beneficial to clean it prior to refilling your differential.

Hey chris...i dont know if anyone mention this, about filling up the differential, but when refilling the diff, as it starts to over flow, allow it to drain for a bit so the fluid can level off itself with the diff pan. This was a very helpful video. Thumbs up bro

@chrisfix

8 жыл бұрын

+Pebble Dash Thanks for sharing!

Thanks brother

Ecxellent..thank you.

@chrisfix

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Glad the video was helpful!

Very helpful...good sequential explanation!

@chrisfix

9 жыл бұрын

Thomas Cejka Thanks and I am glad the video was helpful!

Youre the pro chris but just a quick question,, can you use synthetic oil with RTV

Hey ChrisFix can you please make a video on how to change the front differential fluid on your truck? I have a 98 Ford Ranger 4x4 and there are absolutely no videos on KZread. You make the best how to videos. Thanks.

@israelsepulveda8207

6 жыл бұрын

hockison33 hey men!! I have a 1990 ford ranger 4.0 4x4. And chris make a video about the crank case oil change. And is the same for my truck. Im think will be the same for your's.

@israelsepulveda8207

6 жыл бұрын

hockison33 also the front diferential

As always... a YOUNG ENERGETIC MEchanic with awesome passion for teaching and great mechanical skills! (Very Very IMPRESSIVE) I love you videos!

Chris, great video. Two questions... 1) I have grinding in the rear diff. and was told to use the brakeleen to spray out the whole inside. Your thoughts please. 2) it’s snowing at the moment. Will the cold affect the gasket in any way?

ChrisFix - I was able to find a gasket for my differential cover. If you can find a gasket for it, do you normally put a little bit of RTV on that gasket to help seal it. If so, would you put a thin coat on the differential and on the cover itself (ie both sides of the gasket), or would you skip the RTV completely, and just let the gasket seal it? Or, would you skip the gasket completely, and just use the RTV? It's an 2008 Mustang with the Ford 7.5 inch differential. Thanks.

Chris, my 1994 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham with 250k miles, has developed a hum or roar coming from the rear differential and it starts at about 55-60 mph, but stops when speed goes down. Would replacing the differential fluid or just adding 4 oz of ACDelco friction modifier (if possible) be of any help. Otherwise what is best route to stop the roar. The VIN is 1G6DW52P0RR719431. Thank you thank you for the video

hey chris love the vids I have a ranger myself and youv been a huge help ... I noticed in your videos when you pull stuff apart you tent to paint the parts to prevent rust it would be awesome if you had a quick video on painting frame and other parts under the truck what to do what not to do because I noticed you do that a fair bit and the truck looks awesome !

@chrisfix

8 жыл бұрын

+Hsg Inc Thanks! Yea, I am a little crazy about making things look good. Even things you cannot see haha. I will have to do a video on painting the underside of my truck so stay tuned!

Thanks

Hi Chris, Has you ever considered doing a video on the front Pinion seal on your Mazda? Do you think this is a job you could do in your driveway?

021121 HI Chris, I just had my differential fluid changed at Firestone. OMG! It was just over $100 service by them. I also had the oil changed. SURPRISE, then they came in to tell me I have an oil leak that the pan needs to be dropped and the gasket replaced. I have been parked in the same parking spot for some time now. There are NO oil drop stains on the asphalt but low and behold, the engine sounds different, more pings and clinks since I picked it up as well as the projected need for the oil pan and spark plug replacement. Huh? SALES, SALES, SALES! So the next work is the transmission fluid and gasket replacement at AAmco. I'm going to try the Power steering fluid change too but amazingly AAmco wants as much for that work as they do for the transmission fluid flush and gasket replacement. This all leaves me scratching my head and doubting my choices, Both of these organizations are back and referred by AAA of SoCal. I wish I had the space to try this on my own! Thanks! GD it! You got to watch these people like a HAWK!!!

Would it be easier to use a gasket instead of RTV especially if you service the rear differential every 18 months?

my jeep laredo 2007 has a humming noise from the front differential.. the fluid is new. Since we never use the 4 wheel drive option, is it recommended to remove the drive shafts to get rid of the noise? or should we check the transfer case fluid level as well cos thats the only point left to be inspected!!

Hey chris, if my gears from R to D shift harsh does than mean i need to do a rear differential Oil change ? Also when i reverse i hear some clunk noise

Your tutorials are clear, detailed, and timely for me. I just purchased a Ford Ranger, XLT, V6, 3.0, 2wd, regular cab. I followed your instructions for changing the fan clutch--saved a lot of money. The truck was very noisy. Now it is quiet but can still hear the engine stay at a high rpm until I come to a complete stop. It's not too loud but makes me feel that something still needs attention. Would you have a guess? I checked my throttle wire and it's not too tight. I've been considering changing the throttle body but I'm not sure it's the problem. I might not have a problem at all. Love to know your thoughts on it.

@chrisfix

10 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot and I am glad they are helpful (makes it all worth making these videos when people comment how it helped them!). As for your problem, is it cold where you live? Does it happen all of the time (at high and low speeds and when the engine warms up)? Does it happen when you rev the car in neutral? Is the O/D Off light blinking on the dash?

Hey Chris. Found your rear diff change, but can't find the front diff change?? Can you send the link?? Thanks

hi Chris I know you did a video on your mom's car but how is this different on a Mercedes SL. ? ? do I need to just remove and replace fluid or do I need to do the whole flush?

do you need to have the rear end raised when doing a differential or manual transmission oil change? would it mainly have to be at ride height? say I have a 2" level on the rear of the truck so would I need to lift it to where ride height would be?

Chris couldn't you spry the diff with brake cleaner also as long as you give it appropriate time to dry. I just purchased a Silverado that has never had diff service 140000mi so i want to help remove any contaminants that are in there. Or how could i go about cleaning the diff better, thanks in advance.

Looked up basic video... turns out it's for a ranger.... and I'm doing this on a ranger! Cool beans

Do you have a video of you doing the front differential?

the old gear oil comes in great for using in the wood STOVE INSIDE the shop in the winter months. a good way to get rid of it.

I was wondering if you could get back to me on this, I have a 2000 chevy silverado 1500 with 2wd. it's an open diff and I want to put a lunchbox locker in the rear different but I'm unsure about it. thank you if you get a chance to read this :)

I love your videos, this is my next job on my Mazda as well. I also like how you say pound feet of torque, the proper way to say it.

I have a 2000 Ford Excursion 2wd with a 140 K I don't think the differential fluid has been changed do you advise a change with an additive?

I have a Ford Ranger 2000 2wd manual transmission. The differential does not have tag but the sticker on the door says Axle tye"86" Wondering if I can use 80w-90 GL5 on the differential??? any suggestion? thanks

Short versions are cool too

Ok so i was told to use gasket sealant with the new gasket. But I'm not sure if i need to put the gasket sealant on both sides of the gasket?

Warning. The smell was terrible. That oil was never changed in my 95' CHEVY. Thanks To Chris, I saved $$$$$$ AGAIN, and feel a sense of accomplishment

This made a 160$ job into a 70$ job, woulda been cheaper but I needed to buy the tools. 👌

My owners manual says the rear diffs capacity is 0.8 us quarts (03 subaru) but even with adding a full quart it doesn’t drip out the full plug.... is that fine ?

Good video although I would add that it wouldn't be a bad idea to rinse the old fluid out of the diff with some brake cleaner.

Can the RTV bulk out on the inside/mechanical side? If so I can imagine that breaking down on the inside.

Thanks for the helpful video, did have a question - Changed both front and rear diffs on my jeep today, when I took the covers off I noticed on both that there seemed to be what i can only describe as "soap bubbles" here and there (not on the cover but inside the diff). The gears looked fine, didn't have any metal flakes, and before I dumped them I checked the level and they were full. When the fluid poured out into the pan I didn't notice any bubbles. With most fluids seeing bubbles is bad, is this something i should be concerned about? Thanks.

@RukarioEnterprisesLLC

8 жыл бұрын

If u see bubbles, then there's air, when there's air, it can dry it out quicker

Can you help me out with my 2000 s10 zr2 i have a broken cv axle part stuck in the front differential and how to get out

hard to find gasket? thats the same looking 8.8 rear diff i have in my ranger and i went to auto zone and paid 10$ for the gasket? unless its a weird thickness or something

When you said "let it set for 15 minutes" my echo dot set a timer for 15 minutes lol