Two Elements? That's enough to make a Honda Molecule

@alexpacheco2031

3 жыл бұрын

Good 1

@TreyCook21

3 жыл бұрын

Just gonna put that in my "Dad joke book".

@OD3ANW4VY

3 жыл бұрын

This will go over many heads 😂😂

@mariusnenu

3 жыл бұрын

I chuckled

@myc0p

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Sherlock.

I appreciate that you don't edit out your bad guesses to make yourself look smart. You're smart enough for me, that's why I'm here.

@4seeableTV

3 жыл бұрын

Well said.

@toronado455

3 жыл бұрын

big time.

Whenever I see an Element "in the wild" I always think about Eric The Car Guy. They were never very popular in Norway, but I still see them regularly.

@paulparoma

3 жыл бұрын

Of course they were never popular in Norway. Just look at your PM. She wouldn't fit in one.

Still driving my 2003 Element. Love it.

@dewdew34

3 жыл бұрын

I have one too, 240k, still strong but front end needs to be fully replaced...love the functionality though.

@eyelessnevermore

3 жыл бұрын

Mine just passed away this week! 😢

@My-Channel_forever

3 жыл бұрын

@@eyelessnevermore R.I.P. what was the mileage, if you don’t mind me asking?

@eyelessnevermore

3 жыл бұрын

@@My-Channel_forever not nearly where she should have been.... 133,000 or so. My last Honda had well over 300,000. I was so sure she would have lived much longer.

@My-Channel_forever

3 жыл бұрын

@@eyelessnevermore @eyelessnevermore , I'm sorry to hear that. I'm closing in on 139,000. My mechanic says if I keep up with the maintenance and replacing any wear and tear parts, he doesn't see why she won't make 200k. I certainly hope he's right. Hope you have better luck with your next car.

26:50 "Why did I buy two Elements?" Me: "Was the second one the Element of Surprise?"

I’m so pumped that you’ll be putting out videos on these elements. I just bought an 05 with 189k. I also thrilled that two of my favorite online mechanics like these vehicles so much, You and Scotty Kilmer, he’s got a good Element Hype video that’s made me feel confident about my purchase. Thanks for sharing your experience and wisdom!

@theminister1154

Жыл бұрын

Best car I've ever owned bar none. Lil camper really, spend hundreds of nights in it. Pull the back seats unless yer haulin folks on the reg. *And seriously FFFFFFFFF Honda USA.* They stopped making these & stopped selling the Fit which is practically a replacement for these w/ the seats out or flat. Meanwhile you can get a Fit ("Jazz") everywhere else for 22k hybrid. 50mpg ish. FFFFFFFFFFFFFFF Honda USA. F em F em F em.

Eric plan. “Ultimately everyone in the family is going to have an element!!! Hahahahahaha”

@joeyyung911

3 жыл бұрын

The "Oprah" of the family. " You get an Element!! You get an Element!!"

@forevercomputing

3 жыл бұрын

Element of surprise!

@robertl.fallin7062

3 жыл бұрын

When you get one it soon grows on family members . My only problem is a reoccurring dream of me getting trampled by a herd of circus clowns piling out of all doors !

"When you see something you like, get two, for you may never see it again." It's not my quote, but it's a good one. Practical and spacious vehicles like the Element and the Scion XB will probably never be available again. Eric, you've done well!

Honda's biggest mistake was ending the Element production. It was a very unique vehicle that served a purpose. Rumor is that they're bringing it back...

@aygwm

3 жыл бұрын

It was ahead of its time

@reynolds8532

3 жыл бұрын

Lots of fake rumors of it's return. I've owned two. Love them.

@pgtmr2713

3 жыл бұрын

The Element looks more useful than a CRV.

@kmccaff9626

3 жыл бұрын

I'm getting old waiting for them to make a new one. I'd probably hate it cause too much electronic crap. Hopefully with Eric's vids I can keep the one i've got for another 15 years.

@pgtmr2713

3 жыл бұрын

@@kmccaff9626 Take care of the rust and maintenance and it will be here as long as you want it to be.

1928: A chicken in every pot. 2021: An Element in every garage.

@toronado455

3 жыл бұрын

And here I always thought chicken was a product of the 1950s 😄

Looking under these cars makes me appreciate my home state of California... never thought I’d say that

@boots7859

3 жыл бұрын

Returned to NYS after 24 years in CA, and the snow, ice and rust I have to put up with now are so much better than all the crap you have to deal with in CA.

@robertsitch1415

3 жыл бұрын

@@boots7859 I guess you can say both states are known for taxation although most rural areas of Upstate New York are reasonably cheap.

@Deadlybroom

3 жыл бұрын

@@boots7859 agreed, it’s not worth it for me to stay here and deal with CA taxes and high rent and infrastructure disasters. State is pretty, but I’m going up to Rural Oregon to avoid CA crap... Oregon isn’t that much better but I really want to stay on the west coast. My ‘05 CR-V likes it over here haha

@Not_Sure_

3 жыл бұрын

There's plenty of rust in California, if you live close to the ocean/along the coast. Most people can't afford to live by the coast, so we don't hear about it.

@supersabrosinho

3 жыл бұрын

I worked in shops in the west, midwest, and New England. New England's 200-year-old horse and buggy roads coupled with proximity to the ocean was the reason most techs were alcoholics

That 3 cylinder element sounds better than most modern cars with direct injection and so call "normal knocking"

Eric, I'm so happy that you found and saved 2 of these. I found your channel several years ago because I bought an element and mine needed repairs! Since then, I've fallen in love with these suvs! I've been looking for a manual and I can't seem to find them here in Florida! Good job and I can't wait for more Element content!!

@ericthecarguy

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Always take care of your brakes, because an Element never forgets...

@daves567

3 жыл бұрын

Booooo! LOL

Hey Eric, great video. I have a 2008 Element that I bought new. Just performed the 100000 mile service. Only issues was a torque converter at 40,000, but was covered under the extended warranty. I’m 64 years old and I think the “E” will probably out last me.

Canada has a recall on all Elements rear trailing arms where it attached to frame prone to rust. They will put a brace if they can fix it if they can’t Honda will buy it back. This is only in Canada but something that everyone should be aware of

@Oblithian

3 жыл бұрын

Kind of like how the pinto had a fix here but in the US they disregarded everyone's safety.

@HotRod-wv4vm

3 жыл бұрын

@@Oblithian no in the us they provided you with a fire extinguisher and a fire retardant suit 😀

@canuckfixit7722

3 жыл бұрын

I know about that TC recall too because I got a letter last month. The fix is as you describe but crude IMHO. Check lifewithabox YT channel. Its Canadian and two videos are posted on the recall. There's no serious rust issue on my E there and I'll keep it oiled and inspect regularly so no plans to get the recall done anytime soon.

@HotRod-wv4vm

3 жыл бұрын

@@canuckfixit7722 man I hope that doesn’t happen to my Element. I had it serviced at the dealer today and had them inspect the rear

@canuckfixit7722

3 жыл бұрын

@@HotRod-wv4vm They won't perform the recall service without your consent so you are probably good. Here's what they do: kzread.info/dash/bejne/mJigt66FYs7XoMY.html

The more the merrier. I have a 2010 Element. Make some more of those sweet sweet repair videos. You’ve saved me boat loads of dough, and for that I thank you.

When doing differential pressure the piston needs to be at top dead center to check where the air is going or else one or both valves could be open,

@maingun07

3 жыл бұрын

That may explain why air was coming out of the #3 and 4 holes. I made a chart just to get things straight in my head: Firing Order: 1-3-4-2 1 end compression/begin power(TDC) [both valves closed] 2 end power/begin exhaust [exhaust opening] 3 end intake/begin compression [intake closing] 4 end exhaust/begin intake [exhaust closing and intake opening] 1 mid power [both valves closed] 2 mid exhaust [exhaust open] 3 mid compression [both valves closed] 4 mid intake [intake open] 1 end power/begin exhaust [exhaust opening] 2 end exhaust/begin intake [exhaust closing and intake opening] 3 end compression/begin power(TDC) [both valves closed] 4 end intake/begin compression [intake closing] 1 mid exhaust [exhaust open] 2 mid intake [intake open] 3 mid power [both valves closed] 4 mid compression [both valves closed] 1 end exhaust/begin intake [exhaust closing and intake opening] 2 end intake/begin compression [intake closing] 3 end power/begin exhaust [exhaust opening] 4 end compression/begin power(TDC) [both valves closed] 1 mid intake [intake open] 2 mid compression [both valves closed] 3 mid exhaust [exhaust open] 4 mid power [both valves closed] 1 end intake/begin compression [intake closing] 2 end compression/begin power(TDC) [both valves closed] 3 end exhaust/begin intake [exhaust closing and intake opening] 4 end power/begin exhaust [exhaust opening] 1 mid compression [both valves closed] 2 mid power [both valves closed] 3 mid intake [intake open] 4 mid exhaust [exhaust open] If the #1 was at TDC, the #2 exhaust valve is opening. Most of that air is going to go down the pipe, but the #4 exhaust valve is not quite closed and some will blow in there. Once in the #4, the air has only two ways out (not counting past the rings), out the plug hole (which Eric could hear) and out the just opening intake valve. Once in the intake, most will go out the air box, but some will go in the #3 as that intake is not quite closed yet, hence the quieter noise coming out of the #3 plug hole. If you see anything wrong, please chime in. I hate being wrong.

@canuckfixit7722

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah....totally didn't make any sense. WTF Eric?

@adventureswithdavedave

3 жыл бұрын

Had to search for this comment since I was hoping I wasn't the only one thinking it

2005 Element original owner. I love your videos, helps me so much when it comes to keeping mine in tip top shape! 212K plus miles and going strong!

The "flood damage" might have been the owner falling victim to the myth that you can hose these things out to clean them.

@SandySez

3 жыл бұрын

Good point! I 'clean' mine out with a leaf blower :D

@cowabungask8r

3 жыл бұрын

I was going to say the same thing! I just bought one a week ago and damn near everyone I’ve told replied, “oh that’s the one you can hose out!” Mandela effect? 🤪

@SandySez

3 жыл бұрын

@@cowabungask8r haha, nah ... just a viral rumor (or misconception) that will never die.

Eric is becoming the Oprah of Elements. You get an element, and you get an Element, and you get an Element!

Those things are growing on me for some reason. I want one for my daughter's first car!

@eVerProductions1

3 жыл бұрын

Why not, reliable easy to maintain Honda with short front end for easier viewing, did you know the transmission filter is actually under the splash cover between 2 hoses. That’s how easy the maintenance is

@aserta

3 жыл бұрын

Worth it. Good solid car with decent ratings. However, do consider that as these things age, they will gap behind in safety compared with other cars. Keep that in mind.

@regalt1987

3 жыл бұрын

Bought my Daughter one for my daughter for her first car.

@frankburn6312

3 жыл бұрын

My wife has one. 5spd, awd, Orange.

@hungryhippo2827

3 жыл бұрын

They look bad but so practical. I want to buy one now though and wish I got this car years ago. Just get mods for it and it can be decent

I so wish I could take my Element to you for service.

Honda should bring these back. Along with a larger sized version.

@eVerProductions1

3 жыл бұрын

A bigger version would just be the pilot

@TreyCook21

3 жыл бұрын

Probably be great as electric. Element-E

@barryg4452

3 жыл бұрын

@@eVerProductions1 Thanks for chiming in Einstein. I already knew that.

Wow dude nice buy, I have an 06 that needs some work but so hyped you’re tackling similar issues and making videos 👍🏻

@ericthecarguy

3 жыл бұрын

Link in the description to several videos I've already done if that helps. Thanks for the comment.

So you're finally going to talk about the Element in the room.

@ptroinks

3 жыл бұрын

But don't talk trash about them, cause Elements never forget!

@TreyCook21

3 жыл бұрын

"HA!" -the ostrich from Family Guy

Eric, element is my favorite workhorse Honda and you got manual transmission's! They're truly unicorns!

I remember when I first started watching this guy, he only had like 3k subs... he took a break from KZread also. Good to see him again.

Fun fact: Cargo Khaki is the name of that beige paint color, only offered in the 2005 model year.

Bruhhhh! Two MANUAL transmission Elements! Nice!

@roscoespencer-dubuc5296

3 жыл бұрын

I’m trying to sell one right now lol

"ignore me" lol - Those Elements are neat. That 2.4 looks exactly like the motor I had in my 2004 Acura TSX.

I love the elements! Have a 09 SC. Just bought a 05 for my daughter. You have helped me so much with repairs and great info. Thank you

Great video as always Eric. I learn a lot from these videos and from other content creators like yourself. I wrench on my own car and the cars of family members purely for fun, and to see that I as a DIY'er do a better job than some of the 'profesional' mechanics (the moly grease instead of silicone, for example) is oddly satisfying. Thanks again and I'm already looking forward to these repair videos!

You get an Element. You get an Element. Everybody gets an Element 😉

@kevinclass2010

3 жыл бұрын

Hopefully a Honda, not Mercury (Hg)

@teresabasile3520

3 жыл бұрын

How much did you pay for them?

That's amazing! I am looking for one in Ca. I know this is September 2023 but just wanted to say I have enjoyed watching your KZread videos older and newer ones! Thanks 👍

Wow 👏 talk about nostalgia this is the reason why I spent hours of my life following your guides to service and fix my first crv. Love these things can't wait for the new content man. Please do a excuast repair got a blow out just at the joint of the cat.

@ericthecarguy

3 жыл бұрын

You might want to remove the cat and inspect it. Mine had rust holes in it that I patched up with a welder. kzread.info/dash/bejne/kWV-zpakpqqbh6g.html

@Vintagegamer542

3 жыл бұрын

@@ericthecarguy Eric thanks so much, you really have taugh me so much. I love the step by step the editing is epic. Not sure the wife enjoy the ever expanding tool collection thou. 😉 This has made my day man seeing you back on the element. Looking forward to the updated full service guide. Have a good weekend bud all the way from Ireland.

Congratulations on your new Elements!

I think you should turn that last shot of the grease damage into a PSA.

I love ❤️ when you work on Elements

@mattfoley6082

3 жыл бұрын

Me too, since I have one.

@ratagris21

3 жыл бұрын

Join the club.

Cant believe im saying this , but I like a beige car. Also you are a good egg Eric, kind, wise and generous.

@jeffscomp

3 жыл бұрын

Did he go thru the egg tester in the willy wonka movie?

Nice video Eric. I only had the pleasure of working on one Element during my time at the dealership. Really great cars and super awesome in manual.

Eric made me interested in elements now and I want one

Two things went bad on my 2005 the a/c fan did not come on fuse box in engine compartment had the problem $8, secondly evap. canister in front of gas tank plugged up could not fill top end and engine stuttered. Can haul as much cargo as the Ridgeline but can be locked up. You are right VTech gasket leaked.

I love this video! I’m a women who is crazy about her element 2005 ❤ I both cero miles 😊now with 142.000 miles! I did same reparations with the time when my car needs! But same times I feel like mechanics full me cuz I’m a women! So this videos help me to go n be more confident to ask for things! Thank u for creating this Chanel !! Helps a lot to kip my baby on track !! ❤🚗

Two more and we expect to see Bruce Willis on the next video

@miteshvaidya9248

3 жыл бұрын

Nice one lol

@daves567

3 жыл бұрын

Hahahahaha good one

Smart move on you keeping the beige one👍

Clicked the video just out of curiosity and You still managed to teach mi something. I've gone through my service manual of my bike, long and behold it says silicon grease on slide pins.

I had a 99 accord coupe and now a 02 accord coupe ( I have been a Honda head my whole life) I've been coming to your channel for all the advice and tips related to everything Honda. Thank you so much for all the great content!

@mauriciolimas6620

3 жыл бұрын

I have have 12 6th gen accords

@Bigudey

3 жыл бұрын

@@mauriciolimas6620 it's one of the best looking Hondas, it's sleek and I love the NSX inspired tail lights (on the coupe body)

@mauriciolimas6620

3 жыл бұрын

@@Bigudey i have the sedan tho

@ericthecarguy

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Nice cars.

I don't know anyone who has owned an Element who didn't love it. Tough to beat the practicality and value.

I wish you were in Florida , so you can do the valve adjustment on my Element

Wife has a 14 Pilot and I just bought an 05 CR-V 5 speed to replace 07 Outback 5 speed..you just got another sub!

I paid $1800 for mine, and I'm doing a full rebuild of the brakes and suspension, about $1000 in parts. Hopefully it's worth it, I do love it!

@probochronicles3991

3 жыл бұрын

I'm also impressed that you found two more with manual transmissions. It's why I bought mine.

Hey EC! When you turn on the heater does it then become a Heating Element? Lol the jokes continue. Seriously though love the series and thanks for the post!

@emeyer6963

3 жыл бұрын

You sound like you may be out of your element here Sir.Lol.

I am getting the impression that Eric really likes Honda Elements. LOL

Sounds like good plans sounds like your daughter going to be so happy when she turns 16 nice work everyone gets a element that's awesome @EricTheCarGuy

Home gamer here, worked on my wife's Murano, my old Camry, Q45, and the silicon slide lube is only like $10. First thing I read when reviewing disc brake jobs was grease swells the rubber boots, so I 'splurged' and got the good stuff. I also general coat my rotor and inside of wheel with anti-seize, along with the bolts, however bought the mid-grade coated rotors this year from rockauto. We'll see how they last in NYS winters. Really shouldn't be rocket science for using the right lubes for such a simple job.

A periodic table of elements. I claim my $20 you are Eric Mendeleev.

Nothing like an engine replacement vid!!

Two of my kids first cars were 92 accords and they both lasted many years after they moved on to other Hondas

@tatialo37

3 жыл бұрын

Accords are tanks!!!

Bought mine new back in 2006.....335,000 miles later still love it 👍

Being a mechanic in NY seems so depressing, so much rust.

@isaac24

3 жыл бұрын

Same here in Michigan.

Ele-mental: "Maybe I am crazy, maybe I'm not"

That beige is called Khaki if I'm not mistaken. It's one of the two most rare colours. The other rare colour being Omni Pearl.

Love the Element, I had 3 for a while, all manual...I’m looking forward for the upcoming video

Ya my element get made fun of at work but then I just hit them with a question can u fit a washer and dryer in you suv with no problem the shut up

ETCG: "Cylinder Number 2, you are dead to me!"

My favorite car ever. I've had 3 myself.

Nice score! You did good there. That rust-free one is pretty sweet! It's rare I get to see vehicles in that good of shape up here in MA. Definitely a keeper after a new engine or rebuild. 👍😎

This is why I do my own brakes.

I wish they still made these. Ahead of their time

Great video, I've learned so much about my E thanks to your vids.

i have those goodyear tripletreds on my subaru, never felt more confident in the snow, unfortunate that they discontinued them

In AZ, we laugh at rust....😂

How long before the Fifth Element rolls in the shop?

I really enjoyed your examination of the whole package, a good inspection.

Eric, congratulations on a fine choice. I have an 05 E, also 4wd and 5-speed. Had it since last summer. 218,000 kms. Since COVID, I haven't been able to drive it around much. Couple of things I have recently learned through my ownership: 1) Get those aftermarket axles out of there. Aftermarket axles have no place in Elements! 2) For the OEM axles that are still installed, carefully inspect the shaft area under the harmonic balancer because dangerous rust builds up under there until the axle "necks down" and fails. Eric O of SMA has a great YT video of how an axle happened to snap from that cause on a Honda Civic. I think that there is a Honda Fit recall in the US for this safety issue.

I think the fact it’s shaped like a brick might have a ‘slight’ influence on it getting blown around. 😁😆

@frankburn6312

3 жыл бұрын

We call it a toaster.

Install a turbo on one if them so I can install one on mine

Eric, go with Michelin Defender LTX M/S tires for your Elements! I have had them on my Element ever since I first got her and they have never let me down! I drive my 2004 Honda Element EX very hard plus I have DC super low coilovers on it, so handles like a race car with the added bonus of having SUV space! Love my Element! So cool that you bought 2 more! Thanks for always sharing your knowledge on repairing Honda Elements on your channel! There are not many mechanics that share their knowledge on the E's on here! Thanks again!

@ericthecarguy

3 жыл бұрын

I wish I could. Michelin tires are hard to come by these days. Thanks for the comment.

@SamoyedMoms

3 жыл бұрын

@@ericthecarguy Ditto on the Michelin Defender LTX M/S -- I'm original owner of an '04 GGM Element and have run Michelins since taking the original Goodyear Wrangler's off a few months after buying it. Love the LTX M/S. My Element is great in the snow! 130,000 miles -- mostly fun road trip miles because I don't commute.

I just got one and I really appreciate your advice and repair demonstrations. All the best on your projects.

*You should see the fold up table I made for mine. Also I replaced the radio in mine. Both are on my channel. Great buy!* #BigMacSam

More HONDA ELEMENTS to the GOD of the HONDA ELEMENTS !!!

Hey Eric in regards to I believe the beige Element where you saw the oil leak near the oil filter/oil pan area; it could be the oil pressure sending unit that is leaking. In my 06 CRV it was leaking out of that and caused a similar oil leak. Replacing it fixed my leak issue. You’re replacing the engine so that should fix that issue lol. Thanks for the video. I love the Khaki color of the element.

I also know the pain of being a perfectionist lol. When I bought my '05 Civic coupe, it was missing so many bolts in the engine bay, no battery hold down, no fender liners or splash shield, garnishing was missing all in the cabin and no glove compartment stops. I ended up going to salvage yard and got everything I needed for like $80 and felt soo much better. I'm hooked on salvage yards now lol. Even got a matching spare rim for like $50

You have purchased a Cargo Khaki Eric. Rarest of all elements colors, sweet. Looking forward to new Element repair videos soon.

I can't remember how many times the 2 Honda dealers on Oahu have told me they were in need of used Elements. Offering good money too. Stay safe Eric. Aloha

Elements came withe terrible Goodyear Wranglers from the factory. The Element Owners club went to the factory in 07 and we saw them being built. I’ve personally had 5 Elements over the years and pretty much know that vehicle front to back they were put together very well. Good luck with your 2 new ones.

I am at a crossroads and at my wit's end with my own 2 2004 Honda Elements! Both have started to fall apart bad on me of late, and, I am absolutely crying because it's time to sell them but they both have uneven selling points (or even if I can sell them) I am a risk-taker so I bought the first one, Blue, on eBay in 2016. I knew the engine had to be replaced so I asked the out-of-state seller (Pa.)to kindly take it to a local mechanic which he did, I bought shipped the used motor (45K miles) The mechanic then put it in the car successfully and I drove it back to NYC Total investment $4100. At the time it was a little high $$$ but I adored it. We believe it was a lifesaver, especially because my husband and his co-workers commuted daily for 6-7 months avoiding crowded subways when the Covid pandemic was at its worse. The city can be tough on cars so Blue has gotten its share of scratches and dents no one owned up to, and, oh the catalytic converter which was yanked out and had to be replaced. Blue was a champ. Fast forward to 2022 Blue still works well mechanically, but recently the mechanic gave me the bad news that the undercarriage is badly rusted the rear left tire is slightly off-centered and veering out halfway between the 6 o'clock and 7 position. 😕 The second car, Bronco, was for my daughter and I got off Craigslist. it cost me $2200 and it's sort of an eye-sore. The previous owner had stripped the car paint and then spray painted it. Inside it looked good. I had figured, looks don't matter, it's my daughter's first car, that was my logic. Bronco had recently passed NYS inspection and the owner explained that the transmission had been repaired. The problem was that the repair job didn't come out so good and Bronco when I accelerated it would hesitate slightly followed by a sudden lunging forward. This commonly happens when shifting gears in a standard transmission car, which Bronco is not. Now the market is very hot for Honda Elements and I would like to sell or trade-in or donate them because from here on in it could all be diminishing returns with my Elements. What do you suggest I do? Thanks, Fe

@EricTheCarGuy when I bought my 2006 Element brand new from Honda, it came with Goodyear Wrangler tires on it. They were garbage and did not last long. I ended up replacing them with Bridgestone Duelers which rode and lasted much better. Btw, I really did like my Element and it was pretty good for unpaved roads too. They are a unique and functional vehicle!

holy crap to watch you diagnose that thing I mean.... just beautiful. I wish I could have came up wrenching learning from a guy like you instead of fixing my own cars young and then deciding to work on cars as a hobby/profession. Honestly a pleasure to watch to bust a vehicle down to it's goods and bads really really effectively

@nathanroberts862

2 жыл бұрын

side note I have an older element, you really would rather buy a new engine versus rebuild a solid candidate you own? just curious

Jus bought a beautiful 2003 myself. Was beautiful until I got looking closer. Brakes, stabilizer links and bushings, ball joints, tie rods, lower control arms, headlights, etc. But, engine is sweet, trany is good and AWD is fine. New tires too. Only 146,000 easy miles.

Nice that you found 2 manual elements. I tow with my 2006 manual element. The manual means I can keep the rpms where they should be and never have the auto trans shifting back and forth. 260K and she is still running strong. I use a bit of oil but what old VTECs don't use oil. Looking forward to some more element fix up videos!

Long ago you lost the Element of surprise. Kidding aside you seem like a caring & generous person. Thanks for the helpful videos.

I have three Elements. A 2003 EX I have owned since 2005, a 2004 EX, and a 2007 SC. Best vehicles I have ever owned. I have a couple of spare engines if you need one.

Hi there. Mine 2006 AWD EX-P came OEM with Japan made Goodyear Wrangler. Those were the worst tires ever. It would not stop in wet condition to save itself. Went to Costco and replaced them with Michelin LTX within 6 months. The LTX were night and day compare to the OEM. Anyway...take care your family and keep the vlogs coming!

Eric! I just bought my second Element and the floor had a weird warping just like yours. I just took out the “carpet” on mine and the front padding was dripping wet. I live in Southern CA and it hasn’t had a good rain since I’ve owned it. Check under your padding! I’m going to dry mine out but I think it’s such an old paddle that I’m going to toss the padding.

If it makes you feel better, I own three Elements. A 2004, and two 2006. The 2004 model has over 330,000 miles. I know everything Eric is talking about. The cars have great utility and after basic maintenance, they will last a long time. The other two Elements have 175,000 and 149,000 miles. All are AWD with four-speed automatics. I keep looking for a replacement car for the oldest but I have yet to find a newer car with such utility.

That’s pretty dope I picked up my 2005 Honda CRV which is an EX model for 300 bucks I didn’t bother Compression checking or anything the engine could’ve been good I did use a scope and there was no valve contact any of the Pistons I just didn’t feel like digging into it anymore so I bought a JDM Engine for $1300 and ended up putting that in now I should’ve put a water pump on it because that bit me in the butt about a year later so I had to put a new water pump in while in the car and the driver side axle seal was leaking like a river. I ended up using Aftermarket SKFaxle seals which for whatever reason did not solve the problem so once I went and bit the bullet and paid 25 bucks for one from Honda and installed it everything was good but my dumb ass I thought I fixed it the first time and I drove it about 30 Km until I noticed the transmission acting up I still had to get it home which was my dumb ass thing the transmission is shifting fine but when I go around corners it does tend to slip so I for see a transmission sometime in the future. Oh yeah the previous owners had a child there was tons of candy and crap all over the backseat that I had to clean nonetheless I have a working running driving CRV that I’ve been using for the last three years now. But I do miss my suburban

Your going to dig the manual Element, I love mine. Congrats and love the content 🍺

Considering the ripped hook hole was pointing slightly down, yeap, that's the most plausible. The Element was down in a ditch, assend up, and someone hooked it up and pulled like a mad dog, whomever they were, they didn't really know what they were doing, kinda like trying to pull from around the corner.

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The sad thing is there is a tow hook right in the middle welded to the spare tire well.