Uploaded July 2023 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this video I will be showing you how to properly remove all of the parts in a car to be able to get to the clutch. This can be a big expensive job so why not try to do it yourself and save money/become a gearhead!
Jump to spots in the video:
00:24 What is a rear main seal?
00:51 Why should you change the rear main seal?
01:35 How to replace the rear main seal
06:07 How to install a new throw out bearing
09:15 Test fit your clutch plate on input shaft
09:40 Installing the machined flywheel
11:50 Cleaning and installing the clutchplate/pressure plate
14:06 Installing the transmission and the lower transmission to engine bolts
15:45 Installing the rear engine mount
16:20 Installing the cv axles
16:43 Installing the lower ball joint
16:33 Installing the cv axle nuts
17:56 Install the wheels
18:30 Installing the new transmission fluid
19:53 Installing the under engine cover
20:08 Installing the last transmission to engine bolts
20:28 Connect the 2 electrical connection at the back
20:37 Install the transmission cable bracket, wire loom, cables/clips
22:20 Install the starter motor, the main positive cable, and the solenoid trigger wire
23:02 Install the clutch slave cylinder and brackets plus ground cable
23:50 Install the driver's side transmission/engine mount
25:00 Remove the engine cradle and install the engine cover
25:25 Install the air box and ducting/purge solenoid/MAF sensor
27:41 Install the battery carrier and battery
29:38 Check the pedal height and test drive
This is another episode of a new series on how to become a GEARHEAD! If you have ever wondered how people know so much about cars and are absolutely crazy about anything with a motor, then this is a great series for you. This is geared towards people that have no knowledge of cars but want to learn; however, the content in my videos does try to make solid connections between theory and practical applications so even seasoned gearheads will find the info useful. Tired of paying other people money to fix your car? Then ya gotta learn this stuff!
If you have any questions about the video, please feel free to comment and I will get back to you as soon as possible. Time me....
These links will take you to the parts I used in this video/filming gear and help support my channel! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.
Canon M50 camera amzn.to/3x53c3v
Rode Wireless Go 2 amzn.to/46eIzl2
If you would like to keep up with behind the scenes info, pictures, and videos, follow us at instagram.com/way_of_the_wrench
If you enjoyed the video and/or learned some cool tech tips, I would appreciate a share out on your social media so I can be inspired to create more videos and continue to make better content for you guys! Thanks for watching and if you hit the post notification bell, you will know when our next videos are out!
Very special thanks to Guillermo Vargas for all of his work on the new "How to Become a Gearhead" intro. Super stand up guy who offered up his services and came through big time once again. Thanks bruh! It looks amazing. If you are looking for some custom advertising or graphic design of your own, hit him up on his Instagram Guillermo Zevallos Vargas or his website vargasportfolio.com
Music for this very special episode by :
Music To Wear Fingerless Gloves To by Punch Deck
punchdeck.bandcamp.com
Promoted by @RoyaltyFreePlanet - royaltyfreeplanet.com
Creative Commons Attribution 3.0
bit.ly/RFP_CClicense
INTRNLCMD – Seasons:
youtube.com/watch?v=PTB0V8nyRtk
INTRNLCMD – Coastline:
youtube.com/watch?v=fZI1uNmhXi8
Song: LAKEY INSPIRED - Chill Day (Vlog No Copyright Music)
youtube.com/watch?v=vtHGESuQ22s
Thanks to Teknoaxe for his royality free music for our outro music. Please check out all of Teknoaxe's sweet music tracks!
teknoaxe.com
Outro music is Sythwave E
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RBxnY...
My Line - Synthwave - Royalty Free Music
youtube.com/watch?v=oPBtR1raZdE
Way of the Wrench is looking for a collaboration with any Youtubers out there hard at work making royalty free music, just send me a message with your link for consideration. If you have a tool/product that you would like us to review or use in our videos, send me a message to discuss details.
Disclaimer: These videos are intended for entertainment and inspiration. Working in a woodshop, metalshop, or autoshop is dangerous without proper safety and experience. Always seek professional advice and training before using any power tools/machinery. If you have any uncertainty before performing any shop procedure, stop and learn a safe method/technique. Do not attempt anything simply because you saw it in one of my videos. Be smart, use common sense, respect your power tools/machines, and be safe.
In this video I will be showing you how to properly remove all of the parts in a car to be able to get to the clutch. This can be a big expensive job so why not try to do it yourself and save money/become a gearhead!
Jump to spots in the video:
00:24 What is a rear main seal?
00:51 Why should you change the rear main seal?
01:35 How to replace the rear main seal
06:07 How to install a new throw out bearing
09:15 Test fit your clutch plate on input shaft
09:40 Installing the machined flywheel
11:50 Cleaning and installing the clutchplate/pressure plate
14:06 Installing the transmission and the lower transmission to engine bolts
15:45 Installing the rear engine mount
16:20 Installing the cv axles
16:43 Installing the lower ball joint
16:33 Installing the cv axle nuts
17:56 Install the wheels
18:30 Installing the new transmission fluid
19:53 Installing the under engine cover
20:08 Installing the last transmission to engine bolts
20:28 Connect the 2 electrical connection at the back
20:37 Install the transmission cable bracket, wire loom, cables/clips
22:20 Install the starter motor, the main positive cable, and the solenoid trigger wire
23:02 Install the clutch slave cylinder and brackets plus ground cable
23:50 Install the driver's side transmission/engine mount
25:00 Remove the engine cradle and install the engine cover
25:25 Install the air box and ducting/purge solenoid/MAF sensor
27:41 Install the battery carrier and battery
29:38 Check the pedal height and test drive
This is another episode of a new series on how to become a GEARHEAD! If you have ever wondered how people know so much about cars and are absolutely crazy about anything with a motor, then this is a great series for you. This is geared towards people that have no knowledge of cars but want to learn; however, the content in my videos does try to make solid connections between theory and practical applications so even seasoned gearheads will find the info useful. Tired of paying other people money to fix your car? Then ya gotta learn this stuff!
If you have any questions about the video, please feel free to comment and I will get back to you as soon as possible. Time me....
These links will take you to the parts I used in this video/filming gear and help support my channel! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.
Canon M50 camera amzn.to/3x53c3v
Rode Wireless Go 2 amzn.to/46eIzl2
If you would like to keep up with behind the scenes info, pictures, and videos, follow us at instagram.com/way_of_the_wrench
If you enjoyed the video and/or learned some cool tech tips, I would appreciate a share out on your social media so I can be inspired to create more videos and continue to make better content for you guys! Thanks for watching and if you hit the post notification bell, you will know when our next videos are out!
Very special thanks to Guillermo Vargas for all of his work on the new "How to Become a Gearhead" intro. Super stand up guy who offered up his services and came through big time once again. Thanks bruh! It looks amazing. If you are looking for some custom advertising or graphic design of your own, hit him up on his Instagram Guillermo Zevallos Vargas or his website vargasportfolio.com
Music for this very special episode by :
Music To Wear Fingerless Gloves To by Punch Deck
punchdeck.bandcamp.com
Promoted by @RoyaltyFreePlanet - royaltyfreeplanet.com
Creative Commons Attribution 3.0
bit.ly/RFP_CClicense
INTRNLCMD – Seasons:
youtube.com/watch?v=PTB0V8nyRtk
INTRNLCMD – Coastline:
youtube.com/watch?v=fZI1uNmhXi8
Song: LAKEY INSPIRED - Chill Day (Vlog No Copyright Music)
youtube.com/watch?v=vtHGESuQ22s
Thanks to Teknoaxe for his royality free music for our outro music. Please check out all of Teknoaxe's sweet music tracks!
teknoaxe.com
Outro music is Sythwave E
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RBxnY...
My Line - Synthwave - Royalty Free Music
youtube.com/watch?v=oPBtR1raZdE
Way of the Wrench is looking for a collaboration with any Youtubers out there hard at work making royalty free music, just send me a message with your link for consideration. If you have a tool/product that you would like us to review or use in our videos, send me a message to discuss details.
Disclaimer: These videos are intended for entertainment and inspiration. Working in a woodshop, metalshop, or autoshop is dangerous without proper safety and experience. Always seek professional advice and training before using any power tools/machinery. If you have any uncertainty before performing any shop procedure, stop and learn a safe method/technique. Do not attempt anything simply because you saw it in one of my videos. Be smart, use common sense, respect your power tools/machines, and be safe.


![Virtual Pinball: How to set up a dudes cab, brain board, and button boards from Latelier Arnoz!
Episode#16 Big Budget Virtual Pinball Cabinet Tutorial Series!
In this episode, I show you how to mod pinball buttons from Marco Specialties to have chrome bezels/12V LED bulbs and how to set up and install Arnozs dude cab board, brain board, and button boards in your virtual pinball cabinet. I also show how to set up the dudes cab configurator program so you can set up your buttons, plunger, nudge, and calibration for the ultimate high end vpin build of your dreams. In true Way of the Wrench fashion, I will show you everything to get it all up and running including how to enter the buttons for vpx, future pinball, and pinup popper!
Here are some links to the parts/boards I used in this video:
Special thanks to Latelier Arnoz and Marco Specialties for sponsoring this build!
Latelier Arnoz:
Dudes cab https://shop.arnoz.com/en/dude-s-cab/131-dude-s-cab-v1.html
Brain board https://shop.arnoz.com/en/dude-s-cab/50-the-brain-v12.html
Button board https://shop.arnoz.com/en/dude-s-cab/133-button-board.html
JST wiring https://shop.arnoz.com/en/accessoires/129-94-jst-ph-female-female-cable.html#/32-length-15_m/35-pin-6_pins
Marco Specialties:
Launch button https://www.marcospecialties.com/pinball-parts/20-9663-B-4?srsltid=AfmBOoqVmyIubjqE7L8tE2M8xYzaUndchISQ0FhCKzX3fdYQQkXv2SsA
Extra ball button https://www.marcospecialties.com/pinball-parts/20-9663-18?srsltid=AfmBOorfOoTXB7sTk9mB0BvSOcqs3euN0KmCTJv8SAycwwM2c_401zML
Start button https://www.marcospecialties.com/pinball-parts/20-9663-1?srsltid=AfmBOoodX31G_1VQZZDvgAImPtVMW6VQC5patng5xa2fUkxbbaijQQTz
Coin Door https://www.marcospecialties.com/pinball-parts/09-61000-X?srsltid=AfmBOorNUDOHPPdfqHCI0FujHUhWoLEQ9QdzypJ4kutXoiE6GZrQs-nL
STL files used in the video:
https://www.printables.com/model/244087-williamsbally-coin-door-virtual-pinball-leaf-switc
https://shop.arnoz.com/en/3d/135-dude-s-cab-3d-holder.html
https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:163472
Think Im doing a crazy good job and want to help fund my next cool project or help support the purchase of some new filming gear? Check out my Patreon where you can support the channel. https://www.patreon.com/WayoftheWrench
Pinball cabinet flat pack: https://pinballcabinet.com/
These links will take you to the parts I used in this video/filming gear and help support my channel! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.
USB extensions https://amzn.to/3UpH7bV
pc stand offs https://amzn.to/3BZsjKz
anti vibration plate https://amzn.to/3AntS4G
buttons https://amzn.to/3YNPSze
fuses https://amzn.to/3C0HqDy
USB Extension https://amzn.to/3HLPZT6
Fork Spade Terminals https://amzn.to/3jn7qQw
16 gauge wire https://amzn.to/3HrLITw
22 gauge wire https://amzn.to/3HsAsX3
Wiper motor https://amzn.to/3YpJpsH
LG C3 42 monitor https://amzn.to/4g5DShC
Smart power strip smart power strip https://amzn.to/3YIPZvS
If you would like to make my budget build vpin cabinet, here is a link to the free plans! https://sdssautomotive.wordpress.com/way-of-the-wrench/ If you design your own, Id love to see it! Send pics/video to my DM on Instagram!
If you would like to keep up with behind the scenes info, pictures, and videos, follow us at https://www.instagram.com/way_of_the_wrench/
If you enjoyed the video, learned some cool tech tips, I would appreciate it if you could share out the channel on your social media so I can help more people!
Thanks for watching and if you hit the post notification bell, you will know when our next videos are out!
Music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio (Truth Police)
License: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 - http://bit.ly/RFP_CClicense
EVA – Zeta Reticuli: • EVA – Zeta Reticuli [Synthwave] 🎵 fro...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3rbJPJuWin8
Music: Texnoaxe We Take it All Back - Synthwave - Royalty Free Music https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYg5BlqLkPQ
Intro Outro music is Synthwave D https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WNDvO... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RBxnY...
Disclaimer: These videos are intended for entertainment, inspiration, and educational use only. Working in a woodshop, metalshop, or autoshop is dangerous without proper safety and experience. Always seek professional advice and training before using any power tools/machinery. If you have any uncertainty before performing any shop procedure, stop and learn a safe method/technique. Do not attempt anything simply because you saw it in one of my videos. Be smart, use common sense, respect your power tools/machines Virtual Pinball: How to set up a dudes cab, brain board, and button boards from Latelier Arnoz!](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/PbIm_wREK3s/mqdefault.jpg)



![Install vpin t molding like a master!
Episode#42 Custom Virtual Pinball Cabinet Tutorial Series Extravaganza!
In this video I will show your everything you need to know to be able to install t molding on your pinball cabinet.
I go over everything you need to know and show all of my tips and tricks to teach you how to be successful. As I go I will talk about stuff you can do to make this easier, more enjoyable, and things you can do to improve the outcome of the t molding installation.
Loving the vpin series? Share with your friends and get them interested in building a vpin.....its never been easier!
Link to my parts video for all the info/links to all of the parts you see missing from this cabinet that will be going back in!
https://youtu.be/5Ftgomc1Wqs
These links will take you to the parts I used in this video/filming gear and help support my channel! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.
t molding https://amzn.to/44ZqOVJ
slitting cutter https://amzn.to/48eVKUR
OLFA box cutter https://amzn.to/48nB8JS
Rubber mallet https://amzn.to/3Po2wyL
Microfiber cloth micro fiber cloths https://amzn.to/3LmX121
3M Masking tape https://amzn.to/3PGVqa2
Diagonal side cutters https://amzn.to/44X9dxu
Filming gear:
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Canon M50 AC adapter https://amzn.to/3JTaMpe
Canon lens filters/protective covers https://amzn.to/3HO6fBQ
Rode Wireless Go 2 https://amzn.to/46eIzl2
Smart Phone tripod with cold shoe mount https://amzn.to/3RSQUEP
GoPro suction cup mount https://amzn.to/3DSQHvJ
GoPro head strap and quick clip https://amzn.to/3RMXxIB
GoPro Media Mod https://amzn.to/3YESM6r
GoPro Light Mod https://amzn.to/3YfQsml
GoPro Chest Mount https://amzn.to/3HFlvAU
GoPro Dual battery charger and battery https://amzn.to/3DV0xNA
Special thanks to Derek Leis at Woodstock Arcades for helping me with my custom vinyl artwork that needed color matched and stretched to fit my vpin cabinet. You rock! Seriously a really great guy in the vpin community!
http://www.woodstockcustomarcades.com/
If you would like to make my vpin cabinet, here is a link to the free plans!
https://sdssautomotive.wordpress.com/way-of-the-wrench/
If you design your own, Id love to see it! Send pics/video to my DM on Instagram!
If you would like to keep up with behind the scenes info, pictures, and videos, follow us at https://www.instagram.com/way_of_the_wrench/
If you enjoyed the video, learned some cool tech tips, I would appreciate it if you could share out the channel on your social media so I can help more people! Thanks for watching and if you hit the post notification bell, you will know when our next videos are out!
Music for this very special episode by :
Neon Fire by Apolunewave
https://soundcloud.com/apolunewave
Promoted by Royalty Free Planet:
• Apolunewave – Neon Fire [Synthwave] 🎵...
Creative Commons Attribution 3.0
http://bit.ly/RFP_CClicense
Thanks to Teknoaxe for his royalty free music for our intro/outro music. Please check out all of Teknoaxes sweet music tracks!
http://www.teknoaxe.com
Intro music is Synthwave D
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WNDvO...
Outro music is Sythwave E
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RBxnY...
Disclaimer: These videos are intended for entertainment, inspiration, and educational use only. Working in a woodshop, metalshop, or autoshop is dangerous without proper safety and experience. Always seek professional advice and training before using any power tools/machinery. If you have any uncertainty before performing any shop procedure, stop and learn a safe method/technique. Do not attempt anything simply because you saw it in one of my videos. Be smart, use common sense, respect your power tools/machines, and be safe. Install vpin t molding like a master!](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/QOeHxxkWfPo/mqdefault.jpg)



