VVT-i Explained; Toyota Engine, Corolla or Prizm DE Nichols (AutoBravado) 2026-09-24 | VVT-i Explained; Toyota Engine, Corolla or Prizm
1.8 Liter Ecotech Oxygen Sensor Replacement on Chevy, GM, and Opel Upstream Oxygen Sensor Bank 1 DE Nichols 2020-11-17 | This Oxygen Sensor was making the engine crash and die. most of the time it 2aa accurate. I spent all of 6 hours driving around with my friend before I spotted that occasionally the upstream sensor had reading which would keep calling for more fuel or less and less even though the downstream oxygen sensor, after the catalytic converter was pegged lean or rich, and while the catalytic converter does change the fuel readings of an oxygen sensor the pattern wasn't matching up. This video is more about how to remove and replace the oxygen sensor but I always at least discuss why. Codes aren't accurate for replacing oxygen sensors too often to replace it just on a code. You might get lucky. If you don't want to get lucky get smart. Dive into all my oxygen sensor videos before buying expensive parts which could be a waste of money.This is my favorite oxygen sensor video for studying and understanding the sensor tracing patterns. Oxygen Sensors and 4 Stages of Death:youtu.be/0glNVL8O564 Fuel Trim Secrets are key to successful oxygen sensor diagnosis:youtu.be/qcy94Qp5bMUGM designed and used this Enfine in many of Chevys cars including the Opel Vectra. 1.8L Ecotech is a generally reliable engine. This wasn't a usual failure point but it can come up now and again. Delphi makes an excellent oxygen sensor for GM and for other companies as well, including being OEM for Nissan.Regular safety message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.
Engine Restorer and Lubrication with Lucas Fully Synthetic Oil Stabilizer DE Nichols 2020-05-26 | Engine restorer...when you have the right issue with your engine it can make quite a difference! If your engine had an issue with compression it was an engine rebuild or you were out of luck, but now I know this product can help keep you going.Engine Restore and Lubrication can be used regularly, according to some online sources, at a 5% solution to your oil. Many small engines like this have a 4 quart or 32 oz. x 4 capacity. Times that by .05 and you get 6.4 oz. This little Hyundai only has a 1 liter engine and a little less oil capacity so I kept it at 3 oz. and I didn't make sure I got the last drop out.Regular safety message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.
Nissan Frontier Knock Sensors, testing, relocation, or replacement? DE Nichols 2020-05-22 | Nissan Frontiers run a lot better with a good knock sensor. This is one of those codes you won't even know is there. It doesn't turn on the check engine light, but it costs you power and your truck's miles per gallon.This was the hardest edit in my YouTube career. I hope you enjoy as much as I learned to love it as I found away to pull out a good edit for your viewing pleasure.Additional vehicles which according to wikipedia have the same 3.3L V6 engine, your mileage may vary.1999-2004 Nissan Frontier2002-2004 Nissan Xterra1996-2000 Nissan PathfinderAlso, it should work for these Nissan products to an extent, which I'm less familiar with as they are either not in the U.S.A. or I just haven't gotten my hands on them, but the have the same Nissan VG33E engine as my truck: * 1996–2004 Nissan Pathfinder In Australian Models 1997–2000 Infiniti QX4 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 Nissan Elgrand 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 Nissan Quest/Mercury Villager 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 Nissan Paladin(the previous years are according to Wikipedia)This Nissan Frontier Knock Sensor was replaced on the Nissan Frontier V6. I worked my way into the wiring harness so you could see how to wire a knock sensor in a relocated knock sensor. This 2004 Nissan Frontier here was used to show the knock sensor relocation but it should be the same as the following V6 models:2000 Nissan Frontier, 2001 Nissan Frontier, 2002 Nissan Frontier, 2003 Nissan Frontier.The common code for a Nissan Frontier with a knock sensor is p0328. Often it's listed as a high voltage problem. Nissan says that a lot on it's codes when a sensor is broken and would most likely actually be low voltage.Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado it cannot guarantee against unauthorized modifications of this information, or improper use of this information. DE Nichols/AutoBravado assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. DE Nichols/AutoBravado recommends safe practices when working with power tools, automotive lifts, lifting tools, jack stands, electrical equipment, blunt instruments, chemicals, lubricants, or any other tools or equipment seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.
Engine Restore, 2 days later 🤔 ...issues... DE Nichols 2020-04-25 | You've added Engine Restore to your engine. Now what? Everything might be okay, but it can cause issues. Engine Restore and Lubrication caused me a number of issues during this oil additive test. Here, I'll discuss some of the issues it caused, what you can do about it. This is an ongoing process. There will be a part 3. Here's the only good things happening Part 1: youtu.be/PUGZMKJBNr0 I can't believe what Engine Restore did to my Engine!Engine Restore and Lubrication can be used regularly, according to some online sources, at a 5% solution to your oil. Many small engines like this have a 4 quart or 32oz. x 4 capacity. Times that by 0.05 and you get 6.4 oz. This little Hyundai only has a 1 liter engine and a little less oil capacity so I kept it at 3 oz but 5% would have been 5.6 oz.I originally thought I was doing about 5% use of Engine restore and Lubrication but I forgot that there is 32 oz. in 1 quart and I did the math wrong. I want to thank "bill smith" in the comments for catching my error.When you need Engine Restorer and Lubricant using less is better than more. Rhkips has used it in a lot of engines and he says it can cause oil starvation and block up oil filters. It contains solids which can get in there with soft metals and fill in spaces which shouldn't have space in then.A hint for part 3. I think 1 part Lucas Fully Sunthetic Oil additive and 1 part Engine Restorer will have you in good shape.Regular safety message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.
I cant believe what Engine Restore did to my engine! DE Nichols 2020-04-11 | Engine restorer...when you have the right issue with your engine it can make quite a difference! If your engine had an issue with compression it was an engine rebuild or you were out of luck, but now I know this product can help keep you going.Engine Restore and Lubrication can be used regularly, according to some online sources, at a 5% solution to your oil. Many small engines like this have a 4 quart or 16oz. x 4 capacity. Times that by .05 and you get 3.2 oz. This little Hyundai only has a 1 liter engine and a little less oil capacity so I kept it at 3 oz. and I didn't make sure I got the last drop out.Regular safety message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.
Mazda 626 Spark Plug replacement Bought tools in Germany 2 DE Nichols 2020-03-30 | I'm changing Mazda 626 spark plugs, but the focus is on testing these tools out for use for the first time. I put these Proxxon tools to the test! The ratchet for a socket and ratchet set is the most important part if you want to get jobs done quickly. This Proxxon ratchet is the shining star of strength and smooth function. Proxxon sockets fit well and have a quality of strength to how they feel.This Mazda 626 hopefully won't get any more famous and it should be done with it's repairs (only because I installed it's grounding wire today, video coming). Just maintenance here forward.pRegular safety message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.#SparkPlug
AT205 and a Squeaky Alfa Romeo 147 DE Nichols 2020-03-27 | AT205 . . . can it hold up to suspension pieces getting squeaky? I know that all the tricks and other sprays I've tried is more for quiet for a moment, a way of diagnosing a squeak, not really fixing anything.AT205 has been used for many a gasket or seal which needed a little help not to leak, in hydraulics, engines, and transmission, not for inside the brake system! ATP, the maker of AT205, says that if it doesn't help with a leak in the first 5 hours of operation to see a qualified mechanic for a full repair.
Spark Plug Hack! Misfire fixes. :) DE Nichols 2020-03-16 | Whoa! Spark Plug Gap the hack way? The master of spark plug wires and gap resorts to what!? See related video if you want to see me work with all my posh tools instead: youtube.com/watch?v=hqpsfegXn8w&list=PLh_yB9HJ4Gi5lsh8JE8lBq7cWMwCuyH_SSort of! Drives a lot better, but it still wants to flash it's check engine light when it's cold...but the symptoms are much reduced. Don't worry, the NEW spark plugs with a spark plug checker is coming from AutoZone. Yes. I couldn't find a spark plug gap gauge in Germany. Crazy, right?When people put in NEW spark plugs, they can do worse than I did with this screwdriver! LOL! Have your doubts!? See what I found when I went to put in the new ones soon!Regular safety message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.#SparkPlug #SparkPlugGap #SparkPlugHack
Clear up those Headlights! DE Nichols 2020-02-29 | Have you ever looked at your cars headlights and saw them like the car's eyes? Well, we aren't getting your car or truck, or even motorcycle glasses today, but we are going to help you see farther by clearing up those plastic lenses so we can see farther into the night.You see, you shouldn't drive faster than you can stop. I learned that in motorcycles, but I felt that this was an issue with this Hyundai Atos as well. It doesn't have the best brakes, but if I could see further, than they are sufficient. To restore your headlights, it does take some skill, but if you can do what I'm seeing, then you'll be seeing going down the road better at night. Sure, the headlight restore kit comes with sandpaper, and I have bought that separately before to restore a headlight, but I feel like Presto and other kits like this do a good job having the right kind of sandpaper for the job, which is very important. Clearing your headlights without sandpaper is pretty tough. They won't stay clear without some chemical protection. The prevents them from oxidizing and causing you issues all over again.Regular safety message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.
Proxxon, Bought Tools in Germany DE Nichols 2020-02-17 | Proxxon tools are of course available in Germany, but also in America, where I review tools more often, but being here, the cost is quite a bit less. This is just an initial impression, but it is of value as I have a lot of experience using tools, and surprisingly enough, reviewing them has taught me more about them then using them alone!DE Nichols, me, as always is here to teach you to be better about fixing your car, diagnosing it, and even upgrading it. Sometimes motorcycles! Wahoo!This 3/8" Proxxon tool set is not made in Germany, but made as tools that'll get the job done. Usually, in America, I find, just get it done, means it's cheap and pro's won't find value in it, but these are a fair shake and step up from that. The price reflects this a little in Germany and fairly a lot more in America.I only am likely to buy these in 3/8", but if I need it and I'm blown away, I just may get more. As a pro, it is hard to deal with a warranty that's shorter. Mostly shorter because I'm only in Germany for so long. I can warranty them for 2 years in Germany and maybe more, because they are kind and love their customers. First impressions of Toom, yes, but good ones, especially with the language barrier which I cross as much as I can and it goes a long ways to how Germans react to me. I always have such good reactions from them. :)This is a NO SKIP SET!Regular safety message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.
Aerospace 303 Tested! DE Nichols 2020-02-12 | In this video, I observe the effects of this UV Protectant product called Aerospace 303. We already knew it was a tire shine which isn't supposed to damage tires like most products, but when I first tried it, I had forgotten I had applied it to my truck late at night and I wondered why my tires felt more grip, so I came up with a test to see if it would improve grip.Be sure to watch the video to find out the results!Regular safety message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.
Car wont start? Wont crank over? Solved! DE Nichols 2020-01-30 | Back in America with a slow starting minivan. Always check the basics first. Once I did that, it prevented other false diagnosis. Rule out if it's the battery, the alternator, or the starter.Sometimes the posts can be dirty sure, but a lot of people forget to look at the connections past that point. The grounding cable and the positive terminal going back into the positive cable are important too. and unclean connection could cause problems, or even a fire! I've seen that!All of this advice works great for trucks which won't start or a truck which won't crank overcar that won't start or a car won't crank over. Extra safety message. Some battery testers use coils which heat up and can ignite escaping gas fumes. Keep the tool back and away as possible. Skip testing swollen batteries. This is not an exhaustive list of all ways to get hurt. If you're not correctly trained DE Nichos/AutoBaravdo is not responsible for your actions. As always be mindful, and be safe.Regular safety message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.
Your car hesitates? Top Tips using a Mazda 626 DE Nichols 2020-01-21 | Or does your car skip or jerk? How to look a car over. What maintenance is needed? Is there something broken? It's best to think about this if there's a complaint to go on rather than trying to check everything over. Always start with basics when it comes to looking a car over. This Mazda 626 has some really basic things wrong with it. Even if it doesn't fix the hesitation (it effected it, but didn't entirely fix it) it'll still help with it's over all reliability and performance. Example. The stronger battery connection made the car start easier.List of issues to be covered:The batteries primary grounding wire is rotten. Spark Plug Wires are melting together.If the spark plugs don't fix the hesitation, we're looking at cam sensors, coil packs, even a slightly fishy alternator diode. Whoa! All true, but do the basics and check those spark plugs first! ;)Specific safety message:Don't mess with Spark Plug Wires while a car is running, especially if they're likely leaking like these ones! I've been zapped. It really hurts!Regular safety message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.
How can a Solar Panel raise your MPGs? DE Nichols 2019-10-18 | In this video you'll learn how to use Solar Power or even just an external battery for charging your phone can help improve your MPG's.A USB external battery charger can also be used in this gas saving process. these are also known as portable power supplies or personal power supplies.By combing the 2 you're making yourself a solar power bank, and you're going to have to watch to see how it works.Regular safety message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.
Ultimate Oil Filter Buying Guide DE Nichols 2019-09-28 | In this video, I reveal the true maker of K&N Oil filters. I also explore STP filters and the truth behind AC Delco filters. Oil filters have different metal retainers which keep the shape of the filter media. The all give the strength that I believe, but a couple of the designs, I think reduce oil flow. STP filters are my pick at the moment, but as designs change, I'm going to review and change my mind as necessary. Fram oil filters are as expensive as STP oil filters but they don't have the best track record. That said, I read an article from a man who claims to have had a bias against them and that Fram has worked to improve the issues they had. An example problem would be under strength retention designs. Oil by passes which may have failed, either for never working, or not being strong enough allowing unfiltered oil under the wrong conditions. This last one, I have to rely on channels who break down oil filters, and other scientific testing. I'll have to explore more of these features later.Note: AC Delco oil filters are made for Chevrolet products.Regular safety message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.
Rare HJC CL-17 Helmet Why rare? DE Nichols 2019-09-23 | I'm sure this is a great helmet for people of almost any head size, but what makes it rare is that the build it big enough for my noggin!It's a good idea to have your head measured and have it typed for shape if you're going to order a helmet online.The reason this helmet is rare, is because it's very difficult to get 3XL and up motorcycle helmets. This helmet also comes in normal sizes down to XS. You can get your own HJC CL-17 here: amzn.to/2mrlzhHDE Nichols11 months agoBe sure to enjoy my TCW3 2 stroke video that covers greater detail about what it does and why I use it and how it compares to the Lucas Upper Cylinder Lubricant, which I used to use.More about 2 stroke TCW3: youtu.be/lfDm1gMKqFYBuy TCW3 for less than I got it for here: amzn.to/2QoNlXbLucas Upper Cylinder Lubricant:youtu.be/ATL19lVpmAkDE Nichols is an Amazon affiliate and if you buy anything on Amazon after clicking within 24 hours then you are supporting the channel. Thank you.DE Nichols is not sponsored by any of these products. I conducted my own scientific testing and found them to increase efficiency on my vehicles. Individual results may vary. Regular safety message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.
Pennzoil Platinum Full Synthetic Oil DE Nichols 2019-09-07 | Where do you buy your oils? This is a video answer to the 100's of comments I've seen which said I wasn't buying oil in the right places. Pennzoil Platinum Full Synetheic motor oil is a unique oil. It's source material is technically a group 3 oil, but the way it's made makes it better than most. It's almost as good as the best group 4 oil* and easily better than expensive group 4 oils which "racers swear by" when they're pouring that oil in a normal car! Group 4 oils used to be the only oils which were allowed to be called synthetics. Sometimes that's still true today in countries other than America.Pennzoil Platinum is more group 4 like because it's been built from the bottom up from a very pure, compound wise source of just hydrogens and carbons. They use natural gas as it's simply CH4. 4 hydrogens to a carbon. The complex hydrocarbons out of crude oil can be quite varied and unruly.The long story short...the greatest group 4 oils...some claim they're the only real synthetics and now this "group 3" oil challenges that concepts and beats them.*based on Project Farm testingWalmart did not sponsor me to do this Walmart Pennzoil Platinum Full Synthetic motor oil review. I wasn't too nice so maybe it was obvious?Regular safety message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.#PennzoilPlatinumFullSynthetic
Craftsman Prybars 🤣 Scotty Kilmer Get a load of this! DE Nichols 2019-08-26 | The Craftsman Prybar has a nice metal end so you can hit it and pry things apart versus just prying with them. This makes them part curved chisel, part curved osteotome, but let's not get surgical about it! LOL Scotty Kilmer recently said that he broke his old prybar's handle and that hitting straight on the metal actually worked better. How much better would it be if it was made like that in the first place. That's some serious money somebody could make off that - I think, from paraphrasing that he said that too!Oh my! The Scotty Kilmer laugh plus meme's! As long as he's got me laughing, I joined in on the raving humor session which he is with laughing horses, seals, and monkeys. Okay. I thought about baby seals laughing, maybe 1 less laughing horse would have been alright! Alright! LOLRegular safety message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.#CraftsmanPryBar #ScottyKilmerLaughing
Why are YOU on YouTube? DE Nichols 2019-08-22 | Roberto Blake made a video recently which helped me discover why I'm really on YouTube. Why are YOU on YouTube? Be sure to tell me below the video. What's your reason?Something Roberto Blake discussed before is that if you're a true creator you'd create whether anyone paid attention or not. I liked idea, but that wasn't enough for me. Thank goodness I get great community involvement because that's what really matters to me.What drives you?
Harbor Freight Tool Recommendations, must have and must not have...looking for the right pry bar. DE Nichols 2019-08-19 | Must have and must not have Harbor Freight Tools.This Fayetville, NC Harbor Freight was really nice new. Is it still? I recommend from my experience all kinds of ratchets. What not to buy...Looked for the right indexable pry bar here and at Lowes with no luck. Shout out for Project Farm and his battery testing. He says thunderbolt isn't a good buy but I only buy it free with purchase so...👏👍Steve Rob Shout Out. Thought of him because of his solar panel epic project.Regular safety message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.#HarborFreightToolRecommendations#SteveRobReviews
K&N Cleaning Secrets using the K&N Air Filter Cleaning Kit and Real Performance Results DE Nichols 2019-08-02 | How to clean your K&N Air Filter...the Kit was almost good enough, but I added a a few secrets of my own to it, and if I hadn't, I wouldn't have gotten nearly as clean of an air filter in the end. Follow this how to and you'll get the cleanest K&N Air Filter that you can. What did I add? You'll have to watch to find out. I also discussed some paper air filter vs dirty K&N air filter testing. What made the most power? Again, watch to the end to find out.#KNairFilterCleaningKitRegular safety message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.
Snap On Clone? They sure look similar! DE Nichols 2019-07-27 | My 10.5" flexhead ratchet is the primary work horse when I do something mechanical by hand. It needs to be excellent. With Duralast (AutoZone) making these changes I can no longer warranty my favorite ratchet. Maybe I can restore the one I have. Maybe I can't. It wasn't built to come apart like the new Duralast and the trusty Snap On. I've watched pros need their Snap Ons rebuilt several times a year. This is similar to Duralast durability. Depends on use and abuse ot course.I also compare Harbor Freight and Matco Ratchets to have a round full discussion of even more ratchets which are available. The full discussion of the Duralast Ratchet issues when you put it through professional "abuse" is here: youtu.be/_kA-dQir-jM#DuralastRatchet #FlexheadRatchet#SnapOnRatchetRegular safety message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.
Lucas Upper Cylinder Lubricant has nothing on this STP ND SAE 30! DE Nichols 2019-07-26 | This secret product achieves what a 4 times as expensive product is actually made out of! Beat Lucas Upper cylinder Lubricant with non detergent SAE 30 oil. Careful. Whatever nondetergent SAE 30 oil you chose must not have additives. Or as I speak of it for short, ND 30 oil... As a fuel additive it's been said it's all you need and nothing you don't. You see, the detergents in oil is what makes motor oils be very bad to be added to fuel as an additive. This nondetergent oil is up to the job, but I have to say one kidness to Lucas's Upper Cylinder Lubricant. It looks a lot prettier. Maybe it's refined better, but the STP nondetergent oil is kind of ugly.SAE 30 nondetergent oil is what is actually in Lucas Upper Cylinder Lubricant but you can buy it for 25 cents on the dollar in comparison to the fancy Lucas additive goes for.#NonDetergentOil #ND30Oil #LucasUpperCylinderLubricantTargeted safety: 2 Oz. per 10 gallons is gainedrecommendedDO NOT PUT MORE THAN A FEW OUNCES IN PER 10 GALLONS. MANY HAVE USED MORE AND HAS DAMAGE TO THEIR ENGINES AND CATALYTIC CONVERTERS. THIS CHANNEL IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR NEGLIGENT OR THOUGHTLESS USE OF THIS PRODUCT.Regular safety message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.
Oxygen Sensor Diagnosis, tips for most vehicles, on a 2018 Chevy Equinox DE Nichols 2019-07-20 | Here's a down and dirty diagnosis of an oxygen sensor. Sometimes it's just this simple, but do be thorough and check everything I talked about so you get your diagnosis correct. Careful. It's easy to burn yourself working around hot exhaust, especially catalytic converters.Here, I'm working on a 2018 Chevy Equinox, but these principles of diagnosis using live sensor data will work on any car or truck so long as it's not running air fuel ratio sensors. Using my technique to put the oxygen sensor in loose to check for a clogged catalytic converter will work on an air fuel ratio system.A lot of scan tools use the abbreviation HO2S so you can use that to find it on your live data. It'll also say bank 1 sensor 1 or bank 1 sensor 2 for the upstream and Downstream oxygen sensors or it'll say bank 2 sensor 1 or bank 2 sensor 2 for the 2nd bank of your engine also talking about upstream and Downstream oxygen sensors. Without figuring this out, you won't know which oxygen sensor the code and live data are talking about.#HO2S is how your oxygen sensors will often be abbreviated or your scan tool's live data. HO2S heater circuit testing is how you can check the heater circuit if you have a different P code than I did. P0132 has to do with the sensing side of the circuit. #OxygenSensorRelated codes which may come up: DTC P0131HO2S Circuit Low Voltage Sensor 1 - this will show up on live sensor data sometimes as a voltage which is stuck lean. This is highly unusual.DTC P0132HO2S Circuit High Voltage Sensor 1 - the code I had today, but loosening the oxygen sensor to see if the catalytic converter was clogged also set P0137.DTC P015AHO2S Delayed Response Rich to Lean Sensor 1 - an unusual code, but from other makes and models, it's usually an oxygen sensor which is experiencing stage 2 of o2 sensor death as viewed here: youtu.be/0glNVL8O564DTC P015BHO2S Delayed Response Lean to Rich Sensor 1 - an unusual code, but from other makes and models, it's usually an oxygen sensor which is experiencing stage 2 of o2 sensor death as viewed here: youtu.be/0glNVL8O564DTC P223CHO2S Pump Current Control Performance Bank 1 Sensor 1DTC P223EHO2S Reference Resistance Out of Range Bank 1 Sensor 1 - this is where the PCM detects that the resistance of the sensing circuit is out of spec.Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado it cannot guarantee against unauthorized modifications of this information, or improper use of this information. DE Nichols/AutoBravado assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. DE Nichols/AutoBravado recommends safe practices when working with power tools, automotive lifts, lifting tools, jack stands, electrical equipment, blunt instruments, chemicals, lubricants, or any other tools or equipment seen or implied in this video.#OxygenSensor #OxygenSensorDiagnosis
New Harbor Freight Store. Rare free item! DE Nichols 2019-07-14 | Check out this new Harbor Freight in Fayettville, NC. Saves me a 1/2 drive when I'm in the area. I enjoyed 3 employees. Very upbeat. Jordan asked for a shout out and she got it. I found a rare free coupon. Never owned this light. I heard it's very convenient for dark spots. In cupboards, closets, under a hood, in a trunk or boot, and so many more places! I also spotted a new icon tool which looks like a lot of fun. One of the original Harbor Freight brands made a very poor snap ring set and for only $20 you get an Icon. Well worth it in this case, I'd guess.Get out there and work on something!#HarborFreightToolRecommendationsbe safe, if you can get injured shopping because I made this video you are responsible for your own shenanigans. if you disagree then this video was sponsored by Harbor Freight... which I assure you isn't true 🤣😭😉😎👍
Rant: Harbor Freights Torque Wrench Epic Fail DE Nichols 2019-07-02 | Did Harbor Freight's torque wrench by Icon mean that they weren't going to put any quality anymore into their old one? I don't know, but while editing this video it sure got me thinking that. So is this an epic fail or is it just epic in my mind on a bad day? You decide. I just couldn't stand warrantying it this often. I really think the quality on these are going down hill. I guess it's only a lifetime warranty if you can stand it.These Pittsburgh torque ratchets weren't great for longevity since the beginning, but now that they're horrible, I had to stop warrantying it for my sake and buy something else with a lifetime warranty: Duralast from AutoZone.Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado it cannot guarantee against unauthorized modifications of this information, or improper use of this information. DE Nichols/AutoBravado assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. DE Nichols/AutoBravado recommends safe practices when working with power tools, automotive lifts, lifting tools, jack stands, electrical equipment, blunt instruments, chemicals, lubricants, or any other tools or equipment seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado. #DENichols #HarborFreight #HarborFreightRant
Garage flood. Im getting chased! Severe storm warning. DE Nichols 2019-06-09 | I've had heavy rains get into my garage before but I've never been inside while it hit! It used to be a lot worse but I've built a couple inch dirt dam which makes my garage not take a hit without a really heavy deluge of rain like today. My driveway was under an inch of continuous flowing river of water. I warned the neighbors as the weather said lime sized hail could hit. That's not just property damage. It's risk of death.I saw some of my favorite youtubers putting up stories and I thought I'd share one too, but all it did was put huge black bars on my video. You have to have 10k subs for this feature. Oh well. I hope you all have fun with this.Skipping normal safety message:Next time I'll call my house safe from the rain and not the garage!
Headlight Restoration; Chris Fix vs. Scotty Kilmer DE Nichols 2019-05-19 | In this video, I show how to follow up on Chris Fix's video where you clear coat your headlights to restore them to nearly their original luster. I'm not that great at painting, but waxing these up seems to have smoothed out my mistakes from 4 years ago.I think those kits they sale work. That's how my employers sale to fix up headlights, but I think long term, they guarantee being needed again and again, while this really does seem to be a permanent fix, unlike what Scotty Kilmer said when he disagreed with Chris Fix. Maybe on another headlight, on another day Scotty Kilmer was right, but maybe the people doing the painting just sucked even more than I do at painting headlights!I used Nufinish, and while not technically a wax, at least back in the 90's it seemed to be the best and I haven't tried a lot of new tricks. Feel free to suggest your own great waxing products here!I hope you've enjoyed my how to restore headlights video.I know I talked better about the painting your headlights method, but I do warn you that while it works better it takes a lot more skill for that type of headlight restoration. You have to know how to paint, or learn how to do so. It may even be more expensive, but if you can get this technique down, I think it's the better way to go.#DENicholsSafety message: Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.
Is Lucas Oil Stabilizer good for motorcycles? Wet Clutch Slip? DE Nichols 2019-05-07 | I usually don't use Lucas Pure Synthetic Oil Stabilizer. I learned something new from this experiment.My Yamaha WR250R has very high demands on it's motor oil so I have been trying different things to get more use out of it. It goes from 10w-40 to 5w-20 in just 1000 miles and at that point, that's just terrible protection. I've been trying to find oil which supports both my wet clutch and the engine to a greater distance.In fact, watching this video, makes me think that would I should have tried is Lucas's oil Heavy Duty Oil Stabilizer which wasn't for medium weight synethetic oils like the more modern synthetic is. I noticed on the shelf now is actually an even thinner Lucas Oil Stabilizer, which is designed for modern engines. Clearly straight 40 weight in any quantity would be really hard on VVT type systems which requires oil to pressurize through much tinier openings than what oil was asked to do in the past. Thus, all the new thinner oils in modern cars.A thin oil in my Yamaha would be a disaster. See my related video where I learned what synthetic oils, even JASO MA & MA2 approved for wet clutch oils does to my Yamaha: youtu.be/MEV9NMXSOqgSo, at just 1 oz. of the synthetic oil stabilizer, I'm getting marginal increases of viscosity. But I can't do more...trying 2 oz. made my clutch slip so bad I was afraid 10 minutes into my commute, that I wouldn't be getting to my job. It was about 2nds of my life, but it was a very high stress, thinking, my experiments have cost me being on time for work!This information should be very similar from for 2008 to 2019 Yamaha WR250R motorcycles, but the engine was changed a bit in about 2015 so earlier models may be effected a bit differently. In this video, other than the additive, I've only shown JASO MA and MA2 oils. This means that they are approved for wet clutch use.In another year of owning this motorcycle, I'm thinking this brand new motorcycle just never had strong springs on it's clutch. I'm going to upgrade it when I change my clutch and see if my life gets easier, I don't have to change the oil every 2 weeks of riding, and I can just run synthetics which keep their viscosity up and protect the engine at the maximum for the longest.In the use of Castrol 10w-40 I was not getting more than 1k miles of an oil change interval or OCI. That's SO little. That's why I considered oil additives. That and I use Lucas Pure Syntheric Oil Stabilizer so little that it's kind of just sitting around.In the search for the best oil for my motorcycle, I'm trying my hand at Sheel 15w-40 next. My Yamaha WR250R calls for 10w-40, so I mixed it down a bit, but I'm seriously starting to think to have more range, I just need to start with something higher. Maybe even 15w-50.Safety message: Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado. #DENichols
Nissan Frontier Upstream Oxygen Sensor DE Nichols 2019-03-30 | I first show how to change the oxygen sensor, but then I have a tutorial about live data and how to learn to spot bad oxygen sensors. Or watch O2 Sensors, 4 Stages of Death youtu.be/0glNVL8O564 I mostly show how to change the upstream oxygen sensors first because most people just change parts on a hunch, but if you're smart, or want go get smarter, watch on to the parts where I talk about O2 sensor patterns so you have a better shot at changing parts which need to be changed. Note: At the end of the video, I discuss oxygen sensor heater failures which is a completely different type of failure and as long as you test for no broken wire an oxygen sensor code saying the heater is bad will pretty much be right...sometimes it's a fuse for that. Though I remember this one Chevy truck or Suburban where the wiring had fallen down on the drive shaft and the fuse was blowing because the heater circuit was arcing across the drive shaft. I described that a little dramatically. LOLI also discuss O2 Sensor Symptoms. Understand that there are many things that will cause similar issues, so you really have to get into the live data if you're going to take those symptoms to success for finding what is causing those problems.HO2S is how your oxygen sensors will often be abbreviated or your scan tool's live data. HO2S heater circuit testing is how you can check the heater circuit if you have a different diagnostic path than I did. I was doubting the sensor traces which is usually effectively tested with live data to know what's going on. #OxygenSensor #OxygenSensorDiagnosisAdditional vehicles which according to wikipedia have the same 3.3L V6 engine, your mileage may vary.1999-2004 Nissan Frontier2002-2004 Nissan Xterra1996-2000 Nissan PathfinderAlso, it should work for these Nissan products to an extent, which I'm less familiar with as they are either not in the U.S.A. or I just haven't gotten my hands on them, but the have the same Nissan VG33E engine as my truck: * 1996–2004 Nissan Pathfinder In Australian Models 1997–2000 Infiniti QX4 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 Nissan Elgrand 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 Nissan Quest/Mercury Villager 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 Nissan Paladin(the previous years are according to Wikipedia)Safety/Disclaimer:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado it cannot guarantee against unauthorized modifications of this information, or improper use of this information. DE Nichols/AutoBravado assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. DE Nichols/AutoBravado recommends safe practices when working with power tools, automotive lifts, lifting tools, jack stands, electrical equipment, blunt instruments, chemicals, lubricants, or any other tools or equipment seen or implied in this video.To be clear, this is a how to for the Nissan Frontier with the V6, but it should also be help for the 2003 Nissan Xterra Oxygen Sensor, 2003 nissan xterra oxygen sensor location, 2004 nissan xterra oxygen sensor replacement,1999 Nissan Frontier oxygen sensor,2000 nissan frontier oxygen sensor location, 2001 nissan frontier oxygen sensor, 2002 nissan frontier oxygen sensor, 2003 nissan frontier oxygen sensor location, and also for the 2004 nissan frontier oxygen sensor replacement,1996 Nissan Pathfinder oxygen sensor
Nissan Frontier 3.3L Timing Belt and Water Pump Replacement DE Nichols 2019-03-24 | Be sure to check the long list of vehicles below which proudly carried this 3.3L V6. Learn how to do a timing belt with water pump using my Nissan Frontier. I think I can honestly brag that this is the shortest how to do a timing belt video on YouTube. I looked at the top several videos 46 minutes. 23 minutes part 1 of 3. This is the most compact version you can watch. It may mean you'll need to pay extra attention and watch it multiple times, but tons of hints, clues, and success points are all included.This is not a basic job. If you don't have sufficient tools and experience, this job can go very badly and destroy your engine. This video can aid you to do the job correctly. I didn't show the radiator removal, but I had that pleasure thanks to having a tiny impact gun.Be sure to check the long list below of vehicles which proudly carried the 3.3L V6. This engine was in many vehicles, of many names around the world.There's an extensive list of vehicles which also included the V6 VG33E engine:1997-2002 Nissan Elgrand1996-2000 Nissan Pathfinder1999-2002 Nissan Quest/Mercury Villager1999-2005 Nissan PaladinNot sure what years of the Nissan Xterra.#NissanFrontierTimingBeltSafety message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado it cannot guarantee against unauthorized modifications of this information, or improper use of this information. DE Nichols/AutoBravado assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. DE Nichols/AutoBravado recommends safe practices when working with power tools, automotive lifts, lifting tools, jack stands, electrical equipment, blunt instruments, chemicals, lubricants, or any other tools or equipment seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.
Harbor Freight Ratchets for the Hard to Reach Places DE Nichols 2019-03-17 | Have you ever needed your ratchet to do something really weird? This video answers questions about those ratchets you may have never thought of buying. You may not even know they exist. Some of them are problem solvers and one is a problem maker. Be sure to watch to the end to catch it!Get out there and work on something.Safety message: Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.In this video I show a tiny ratchet by Stanley, 3/8" and 1/4" swivel head ratchets by Harbor Freight, a 3/8 Duralast flexhead and 3/8" Mac ratchet with a lateral rotating head. Duralast is available through AutoZone, Stanley tools are available everywhere, and Mac may be only available by tool truck.Harbor Freight ratchets just keep getting better, recently, it seems Duralast Ratchets have taken a turn for the worse. I was traveling and had to buy some tools and if I hadn't bought 2 ratchets at AutoZone, the repair would have become impossible. Is this a bad sign coming of their quality or just a fluke? #HarborFreightToolRecommendations#FlexHeadRatchet
Which Oil Filter should you buy? STP vs Mobil 1 Oil Filter comparison! DE Nichols 2019-03-10 | After this video I discovered that some oil filters are made by the same company, filters you'd never expect to be by the same company! Be sure to subscribe so you won't miss the next oil filter comparison for design!The better filters do have better media so you get what you pay for. This is something that has been proven on YouTube many times, but sometimes there's better value for your money. If you run 5k mile oil change intervals do you need an oil filter, which is rated for 10000 or even 15,000 miles?What if the most expensive filter actually had a design problem for the best oil flow?Get out there and work on something.Safety message: Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.What if the most expensive filter actually had a design problem for the best oil flow?
Is Duralast making better Ratchets? DE Nichols 2019-02-23 | AutoZone's Duralast brand has come a long way. Whether we're talking about the 3/8" ratchet straight or flex-head, 1/4" ratchet straight of flex-head, they've all gotten better over the last 4 years that I've been enjoying them.They're made from Chrome Vanadium, a couple of their tool numbers are 73-871, 73-971, and the other 2 are really hard to find on their website. They're website does very well for parts, but doesn't do so well for tools.#FlexHeadRatchetGet out there and work on something.Safety message: Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado. #DENichols
Gumout works? It didnt seem to before. What happened!? DE Nichols 2019-02-16 | My last video about Gumout Regane with PEA made it look like it had no effect, but there are a lot of variables which weren't considered. Still, if you want to know the history behind this video better watch this:youtu.be/AHMNjq7hv_cI think Gumout's Regane Complete Fuel System Cleaner did restore gas mileage which I used to enjoy years ago. Disagree? Be sure to let me know in the comments below. I love to here your comments. A lot of what I was thinking about shooting but I apparently hadn't for the last video came out of you guys as well. Seems like we've got a lot of similar thinking, which suggests to me that we're all wrong about the results or we're all right about understanding the results together.I wouldn't use Gumout Regane with PEA or polyetharmine on a brand new car. While peer reviewed journals have proven that PEA does clean engines, also evident in those engine tear downs and measuring of where carbon was that PEA DIRTIES perfectly clean engines. It'll help maintain and clean an engine with a little bit of gunk in it, but if the engine is perfectly clean it'll dirty it a little to start! I know it sounds bizarre, but it's true.So this is part 2 of "Does Gumout Regane with PEA improve MPG's". Part 1's link is above. I think that it did help with the gas mileage. The miles per gallon was maintained despite letting go of the use of TCW-3. If I run nothing, my Nissan Frontier automatically goes down to 14 miles per gallon, but I've maintained 16 miles per gallon with first Lucas Upper Cylinder Lubricant for a couple years. This was back before I ran the TCW-3 for the last 2 years to maintain the 16 miles per gallon. I know in the last couple of tanks of gas, I "contaminated" the results a bit with lining up my front left tire a little, but it wasn't until then that my gas mileage starting going more above 17 miles per gallon.Again, with just normal low octane gas, I get 14 miles per gallon. I had thought that I had not gained any gas mileage with the Regane, but I maintained 2 more miles per gallon with the Regane, so therefore it can maintain an improvement. In addition to that, the mpg's did go up after the first tank. #GumoutReganeSafety message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.
Does Gumout Regane with PEA improve MPGs? DE Nichols 2019-02-03 | I've tried a lot of fuel additives to improve my miles per gallon. They usually don't do much, and the one time a fuel system cleaner made a huge difference for me in 1998, the results were kind of terrifying. Maybe that's why they're subtle and gentle? They're avoiding lawsuits?Scotty Kilmer did a big push on Gumout with PEA years ago and as soon as the ad campaign started I couldn't find one Gumout product that was on the shelf which was available with PEA. Either he sold it out, or Gumout made an advertisement push, then dropped the only chemical proven by scientific journals to actually clean up engines. At least according to Engineering Explained, PEA or polyetharmine is the only chemical which has peer reviewed journals proving that PEA can do for an engine. I think most of us know and can agree that Engineering Explained is a reliable part of this community and a solid source of information.Well, Gumout in the last few years has had PEA back and when an AutoZoner pointed out what was on sale, I figured why not. I'll make a YouTube video and it's good to run a cleaner as a part of maintenance every once and a while.And thus this video was born. I really didn't get a MPG boost during the test but you could say that since TCW3 gives me approximately 2 more miles per gallon, not losing 2 miles per gallon by skipping it may have meant that Gumout's Regane actually worked.My truck's miles per gallon is steadier than you can expect. It's amazingly consistent. My larger tires cost me a couple MPG's, but really, with every turn I'm going farther so my engine is just going less miles per the actual distance. I truly suspect that my gas mileage has remained unchanged. When I first got the truck I did a few modifications, which helped it's gas mileage and it's been the same ever since. I'm happy to say that this winter didn't knock my miles per gallon down 2 points like it normally does so I do suppose I do have some deviation.Note: Scotty Kilmer did his test on the Gumout Complete Fuel System Cleaner. It must have been a product that Gumout immediately ran out of or changed their labeling to stay fresh on the shelf. I've noticed they switch up what they lookout and their products contents sometimes twice in 6 months. The Regane has been more consistent so this review may have a bit more longevity against what's currently available on the shelf.Safety message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.
Harbor Frieght Pliers Set as a gift! Come and Have fun with us! DE Nichols 2019-01-14 | i have put my own Harbor Freight Pliers set through years of use. I thought it'd make a useful gift. I checked, and when I bought the set it was a 5 plier set so now you do get an extra fine plier that I never got before! This is good because it means I have not lost one of them under the hood of a car yet, lol. Here's something cool that I noticed when they were new. The fit and function of them lines up quite nicely. Also, after heavy use they are really slow to get out of line. I had to abuse the heck out of my needle nose in a bad situation to truly get them out of being in line and they're lifetime warranty!The cutters or snips are something that I used nearly every day and I've never felt the need to sharpen them for years.The slip joint pliers are excellent for helping you take off a battery without taking the time to find a tool that's just the right size. These would be a great gift for your man, or for anyone wants wants to get stuff done around the house and not just for working on car like I do. The linesman pliers are what I said I use to flatten metal, but they also work better for holding something flat while you use other pliers to bend something back into shape.#HarborFreightToolRecommendationsSafety message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.
Yamaha WR250R Spark Plug How To DE Nichols 2018-12-24 | Want your Yamaha WR250R to run right? How about a tune up? My motorcycle was getting hard to start. Who doesn't love the sound of a well-tuned engine? :)If you've done spark plugs, this spark plug should be easy, but the hard part might be figuring out how to remove the skins off your motorcycle. You know, all the plastic panels that are in the way of getting to the parts? Those are called skins..6 to .7mm for the spark plug gap. In American measure the middle of that would be 26 thousandths of an inch or .026". Spark plug gap is critical, don't let people tell you that you shouldn't check it on new spark plugs. Spark plugs are often made for multiple engines and they don't all have the same gap!Safety message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.#MotorcycleSparkPlug #SparkPlugGap
Buick LeSabre Blend and Mode door issues DE Nichols 2018-10-14 | Great running car. So great that you can't even say, "Great for it's age." His mode and blend doors weren't being reliable and they tended to flip up to defrost outside of his control. A couple of weeks ago, he was having an issue with the A/C refrigerant leaking out, so I used some dye and no apparent leak was found.I used a sniffer and it had a strong reaction to the area with the condenser and the receiver dryer.My hydro-carbon sniffer, that's what refrigerant sniffers smell, also picked up a faint smell from under the dash.I know Brandon wanted to get the mode door and blend door issues more than anything else, but I also knew that if we went in there when the evaporator was also leaking, then we'd have to tear the dash apart again.I told him that often times my sniffer will get a little smell from the dash vents if there are a lot of leaks under the hood, so we should start with where the leaks were bad first.We gave it a few days and nothing under the hood was leaking anymore and thankfully the evaporator only had a light smell because of all the seeping leaks under the hood.I think that's why you can't always find A/C leaks from dye. It's like a tire that you can't get air bubbles out of while it's under water. Oh, it's losing air alright, but if the structure is generally compromised with tiny cracks and seepage all over, a tire could lose air fast and you'd never figure out where it was happening.That's the same issue for his condenser and receiver/dryer. The only reason his A/C appeared to be reliable before all this happened was because he has an older car with a rare 2.0 lbs of R134a system. The newer systems have much less and are much more quick to lose efficiency when they lose a little. He'd still be running cold with 1/3 of the R134a missing, while a modern car would generally have a noticeable impact on how cold the air was. 1995 Buick LeSabers. Honestly, long lasting vehicles for the time and very reliable.Unfortunately, the deepest mode door acted up again, which we couldn't figure out the trick to break down to. At least the mode and blend doors which we got to were reconnected and better working for our efforts.Right after this, his starter failed so we were busy getting another part and fixing that too!Safety message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.Also, working with refrigerant is dangerous. Where gloves. It can freeze your hands. I realize I didn't show working on this, but I did talk about the R134a A/C system.#ModeDoor #BlendDoor
Using 2 Stroke Oil in a 4 Stroke Engine? Say what? (How to) DE Nichols 2018-10-03 | DE Nichols shows how to use 2 stroke oil in a 4 stroke engine. It's important to watch and understand the directions. Failure to do so can destroy catalytic converters or worse even hydrolock your engine. Certainly be safe. In proper proportions, TCW3 as a gasoline additive will enhance the protection of your engine beyond having a good motor oil and using good gasoline. It gets to parts more quickly than what your gasoline can do, protecting pistons, piston rings, cylinder walls, valves, and everything else, which the combustion process touches.I put a tremendous amount of research into how TCW3 oils are tested and made. They are the very finest of oils in the sense that each oil must pass a test for preventing wear on an actual engine. Depending on the the wear on a 2 stroke engine, which has parts which are unprotected without the help of 2 stroke oil, the TCW3 certification indicates whether it was as good as the standard or better. If it fails, the 2 stroke oil can't get the strict TCW3 standard.DE Nichols has had great effect from using TCW3 Oil as a gasoline additive. It has boosted the efficiency or his truck's miles per gallon quite effectively. As effectively as what was previously tested for years, the Lucas Upper Cylinder Lubricant.Safety message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.#TCW3 #2StrokeOil
Boost Efficiency with 2 Stroke Oil? How does it compare to Lucas Upper Cylinder Lubricant? DE Nichols 2018-08-30 | In this video you'll see DE Nichols compare TCW3 to Lucas Upper Cylinder Lubricant. Either fuel additive has it's proven benefits, but how do they match up? How do they compare? Be sure to watch to find out.Related videos:DE Nichols learned a ton about Lucas Upper Cylinder Lubricant with injector cleaner from his last video on it. Be sure to not just watch but see the informed comments about it!youtu.be/ATL19lVpmAkThis video and the last recommended video were about gasoline additives, but what about oil additives?Lucas Pure Synthetic Oil Stabilizer.youtu.be/l4achSOMO8cDE Nichols talked a little about the oil additive in this video but in the above link you can learn a lot more!Safety message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.#TCW3 #2StrokeOil
9 Favorite Ratchets, Breaker Bars, and few Expensive, but necessary Matco Tools DE Nichols 2018-08-19 | What's your favorite ratchet? Be sure to let me know in the comments! Watch towards the end to see which is my favorite!Ever wonder what tools the pro's use? Well, it turns out, that in my experience you can usually use pretty affordable tools, but you'll see a few expensive tools in here which I couldn't live without as a pro. Could you if you weren't a pro? Probably. You don't need things to be as reliable as I do.Over the years, I've bought half again more than what you see here, but these are the ones that keep getting used. Let me know if you'd like me to review the ratchets and similar use tools which I own but gave up on using long ago!3/4" Ratchet, big enough and tougher than some 1/2" breaker bars. Probably Pittsburgh - Harbor FreightMatco 1/4" electric ratchetMatco Infinium Impact Screwdriver Has it's own review.youtu.be/0fjJlC8VPTU3/8" Composite Ratchet Pittsburgh Harbor Freight3/8" "Breaker Bar" Pittsburgh Harbor FreightUsable, not strong enough to quite get the title of breaker bar.3/8" Long, Flex-head ratchet - Duralast by AutoZone - has it's own review:youtu.be/_kA-dQir-jM1/2" Pittsburgh flex-head non-locking extra long ratchetAvailable at Harbor Freight - good for super duty use but...be sure to watch the video!1/2" Ratchet, normal length, solid, no frills, and easy to use. Branded as Pittsburgh by Harbor Freight3/8" breaker bar - so called, but very short for a breaker bar. This final piece is by Duralast at AutoZone. I use it like a screwdriver when I change oil to get farther away when the oil is about to fall! Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado it cannot guarantee against unauthorized modifications of this information, or improper use of this information. DE Nichols/AutoBravado assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. DE Nichols/AutoBravado recommends safe practices when working with power tools, automotive lifts, lifting tools, jack stands, electrical equipment, blunt instruments, chemicals, lubricants, or any other tools or equipment seen or implied in this video. #FlexHeadRatchet #ElectricRatchet
BG 4K, Air Intake Engine Super Cleaner. How to by a pro. DE Nichols 2018-07-27 | BG has a 3 part system which is so much better than just a fuel additive. Especially for direct injection engines with dirty valves. It's not safe for turbos though!For many of us how our car runs impacts our way of life. DE Nichols has seen this service repair cars. You can't say that about most fuel cleaning services. What's your favorite Fuel Induction Service product? DE Nichols will share a few experiences about using the full pro setup by BG. This is not a sponsored video. The customer paid for this service.Be sure to hit that bell to catch more great content! In this video DE Nichols explains using a 4 cans with 3 BG Products. Air Intake Cleaner System X2, Fuel System Drier (NEW!), and 44k for ongoing cleaning into the gas tank. The fuel system drier also goes into the gas tank and it's new! BG's full fuel system cleaning service has been a dramatic and effective part of repairing cars. Normally, BG doesn't smoke out like Sea Foam, but it did today!Honestly, you'll see in the video smoke coming out of this car like it has Seafoam! DE Nichols, longer known as AutoBravado has never seen BG Air Intake System Cleaner smoke out of the exhaust like this! Be sure to be safe around this exhaust. DE Nichols gets a headache from it and the other mechanics do too. If you have the option, run it on the vehicle outside instead of the garage, and if in the garage, don't just open the doors, take a tail pipe hose and get that exhaust even farther away.After the intake cleaning service of this Toyota Camry, the catalytic converter looked like it was helping the rear O2 sensor get a more steady reading. This got this customer out of an expensive $1000+ catalytic converter repair! DE Nichols also talks about a Chevy Colorado with only 90kish miles. It was running terrible and misfiring. Only being a few years old, it shouldn't have had all these issues. DE Nichols checked the TSB's and found that Chevy said that if an intake cleaning service didn't solve it, then the cylinder heads would have to be removed and be manually cleaned. GM also stated that this can be done as normal for maintenance to prevent the problems from starting in the first place. You see Direct Injection engines don't have fuel injectors behind the intake ports which keeps those valves clean. Without that cleaning being in the design, these types of cars can be prone to having "failing engines" when really they just need a clean up! "Normal" or older cars have port injected engines and they are more reliable, but sometimes they need a service like this to run like new again too. Like the Toyota Camry which was cleaned up in this video, which has port injector fuel which in turn cleans the intake valves as fuel is a solvent.Regular safety/disclaimer message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.#BG44kFuelSystemCleaner #FuelInductionService #AirIntakeSystemCleaner
Fix Vacuum Leaks like a Pro, Toyota Corolla DE Nichols 2018-06-20 | Down below is brain storming ideas if you ever struggle with a vacuum leak! Click for more! P0171 or P0174 may be your nemesis, but it's rarely mine. It's generally not hard to figure out, but then, at work, I can cheat. If brake clean and a scan tool doesn't help me figure it out, I break out the smoke machine. That said, there have been vacuum leaks where even the smoke machine couldn't solve it! Typically it doesn't work if there's a leak on the oil pan or valve cover, which is significant enough to impact the running of the engine. One time it was the seal on the oil cap, on another, the seal on the oil filler neck.Lots of Ford trucks have an elbow which is leaking away on the back and top of the engine where you may never look without smoke or experience.One of the times smoke didn't work, brake clean got sucked in! That was an intake seal, like the possibility, which I point out in this video.I'm using Ian Hawkings Torque Pro app as available on Google Play. I'm not sure but if look up OBD II to blue tooth dongle you should find many hardware compatable devices with an Android and maybe for I phone as well, but if it is you may need a different app from the i store.Today, I happen to be working on a Toyota Corolla, but I find working vacuum leaks is one of the most universal subjects, which I can teach, which is actually much more independent of the vehicle, which you are working on.Extra safety message:Brake clean can easily pool on engine components and start a fire. I've always been careful and I've managed to not start a fire this way, but I've welded not long after using brake clean on a cold winter day and even though everything looked dry, the brake clean was ready to set on fire with the falling embers from welding. Be careful! DE Nichols/AutoBravado is not responsible for you setting a fire. Please be safe and if you aren't sure how to be safe, let the professionals do it.#FuelTrims #ShortTermFuelTrim #VacuumLeakRegular safety/disclaimer message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado it cannot guarantee against unauthorized modifications of this information, or improper use of this information. DE Nichols/AutoBravado assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. DE Nichols/AutoBravado recommends safe practices when working with power tools, automotive lifts, lifting tools, jack stands, electrical equipment, blunt instruments, chemicals, lubricants, or any other tools or equipment seen or implied in this video.
The Fun Braun Slim Light Review DE Nichols 2018-05-20 | Hi guys and gals! I just hit 1,000 Subscribers. I want to thank everyone for making this possible. I've come up with a new beginning sequence showing my kids having gotten older and there's one more of them as well! :) I need to think of something to celebrate, but in the meantime check out this blast of fun I had with my wife showing her the features of the Braun Slim Light.Also see the Braun Slim Light in action during my Harbor Freight sometimes free multi-meter review:youtu.be/aZ0lCtm1ef0Other videos where I use the Braun Slim Light for my Short Ram Intake reviews:youtube.com/playlist?list=PLh_yB9HJ4Gi4CexHZSNtXfrika_GpqgEeIt uses LED for longer battery life. It has 3 light settings: Hi, Low, and flashlight. The end is flexible and turns while the base is magnetic to make it possible to hook in under the hood or onto a fender if doing work under a tire. It charges using a micro USB cord. It even has an exchangeable lithium battery which could be charged externally if you'd like to pick up more batteries to charge while you use the device.You can even use it while you charging which isn't a common feature on cheaper lights. I got mine for $19.99 at Harbor Freight when there was a coupon (usually $29.99), according to my buddy over at struggleville on YouTube, there isn't for a coupon for it right now, but you can always find out if there is one using his website.#BraunSlimLight#HarborFreightToolRecommendations Regular safety/disclaimer message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado it cannot guarantee against unauthorized modifications of this information, or improper use of this information. DE Nichols/AutoBravado assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. DE Nichols/AutoBravado recommends safe practices when working with power tools, automotive lifts, lifting tools, jack stands, electrical equipment, blunt instruments, chemicals, lubricants, or any other tools or equipment seen or implied in this video.
A Snail? From a Spark Plug Wire to a snail and a Motorcycle Jack? How? DE Nichols 2018-04-28 | Nissan Frontier Spark Plug Wires again? Yeah, well, sometimes even new wires start melting into each other. I did drive across the United States in the summer. Super long drives may warrant extra protection. That's my takeaway, 20/20 vision looking back at this video. Also, this video was super difficult to edit until I realized it was just a story. I'm working on my car, I realize I need a new part, and I end up buying something else which is a surprise while I'm at the store. The only reason this went more of a vlog style was because of that snail. That changed everything! My apologies about Jordan; the AutoZoner, changing his channel name. Do look out for him in the comments. Once he does, I'll get him better represented in this description. I'm still waiting for him to comment on a video months later. He'd rather text me. He was transferred and made Gray Shirt though! Those are the managers by the way. 👍😆Regular safety/disclaimer message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado it cannot guarantee against unauthorized modifications of this information, or improper use of this information. DE Nichols/AutoBravado assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. DE Nichols/AutoBravado recommends safe practices when working with power tools, automotive lifts, lifting tools, jack stands, electrical equipment, blunt instruments, chemicals, lubricants, or any other tools or equipment seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.#SparkPlugWires #NissanFrontier #AutoZone
Can You Get a Good, Long Ratchet For Cheap? DE Nichols 2018-04-18 | Initial impressions are often called tool reviews.I'd prefer to wear a tool out and then tell you about it.Today, I combined both concepts. Here's a full review. How's it look new and shiny? How's it holding up after a brutal job?Watch to the end. Or you won't know which tool totally crapped out! Was it by AutoZone's brand, Duralast? Was it Harbor Freights Pittsburgh ratchet? So hard not to reveal...the tool which did fail felt SO good on the bench, but on a car. FIRED!Here I compare Harbor Freight long ratchets from 3/8" to 1/2" against 3/8" ratchets by Duralast and my EZ Red - gone for warranty. I also talk about a possibly ultimate ratchet by Matco which is both long, ratcheting, flex-head, and locking. Each feature you dismiss including the comfort handle is a discount.Regular safety/disclaimer message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado it cannot guarantee against unauthorized modifications of this information, or improper use of this information. DE Nichols/AutoBravado assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. DE Nichols/AutoBravado recommends safe practices when working with power tools, automotive lifts, lifting tools, jack stands, electrical equipment, blunt instruments, chemicals, lubricants, or any other tools or equipment seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.#HarborFreightToolRecomendations
Harbor Freight Multimeter; Can You Get a Good AND Free Multimeter from Harbor Freight? DE Nichols 2018-04-07 | See the full Braun Slim Light Review! It's the fun one!!!youtu.be/ds2Q7Vhm1IsMore about multimeters. They're often called DVOM for digital volt ohm meter. Lots of people call them simply volt meter or ohm meter. Thus the "multi" part of the name is they have a lot of options. Even amp measurements, but as my subscriber Terrace Balloon Man learned, the AMP meter is usually limited to a pretty low AMP, and if you go above it, you'll blow out your instrument. This can be true on a very expensive DVOM as well.I have to say thanks to my friend over at the Struggleville channel. He's helped me save a lot of money at Harbor Freight lately...or did he just get me to spend more at the moment. Okay, both are true! The featured Cen Tech free with coupon multimeter which I reviewed as of this video doesn't have a free coupon as far as I'm aware, but you can go to my buddy's website to see when it is free again or check out other occasional free coupons or more often free with purchase coupons: http://struggleville.net/723-2Here I briefly review the Braun Slim Light. You can read way more about it, down below. I heard it's largely popular because the battery is exchangeable and externally chargeable. I don't have extra batteries or an external charger, but that shouldn't be a surprise. I don't think if you get it, that you've found it from Harbor Freight. While this is the word on the YouTube street, I saw a lot of reviews before I even knew what I owned was popular, lol. I think most people don't even know about this as I watched a few videos and read many comments to even know about having a changeable battery. To me it's like the new cell phones I don't like because there's no changeable battery for a part which wears out faster than the phone.390 Lumen Magnetic Slim Bar Folding LED Worklight. What a mouthful. It's easier to say it's item no. 63958. That's Harbor Freight's complete title for this product. A lot of popular mechanic flashlights use 2 AAA batteries and they produce maybe 220 lumens. I'm specifically talking about the Streamlight which goes in your pocket like a pen would. Very efficient to focus in on what you're working on, but working with more lumens over a bigger area can make the increase in light you get not seem as great as it really is. Having the slim bar focus the light forward helps as a lot of area lights have a wide angle to blind you as you work. That's still an issue with this light as I've found working with it. It's base for it's large battery is quite tall so it can be a challenge in tight places to use this and not get glare, especially if you where glasses as they can pick up glare from behind you. The Braun Slim light twists and bends so while this sounds like a lot of adjustment, it'll feel limited under hoods, especially with modern cars actually having way less steel that you can use on it's magnet. Watch out for bolts. They more often have enough feral, or magnetic metal so you can still get a grip with this light.Bonus safety message!Be safe around electricity. These don't just test "safer" 12 volt systems on cars, they can also be used in the house, where electricity is far more capable of killing you.Regular safety/disclaimer message:Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado it cannot guarantee against unauthorized modifications of this information, or improper use of this information. DE Nichols/AutoBravado assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. DE Nichols/AutoBravado recommends safe practices when working with power tools, automotive lifts, lifting tools, jack stands, electrical equipment, blunt instruments, chemicals, lubricants, or any other tools or equipment seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.#HarborFreightMultimeter #HarborFreightToolRecommendations #BraunSlimLight
Reinstalling the Nissan Frontiers Stock Cold Air Intake Part 2 DE Nichols 2018-03-25 | Truly, fake, stock, cold air intakes is a very common problem for making power. It's not just Nissan, I notice manufacturers do it all the time. In this video, I show serious issues with my inexpensive eBay Short Ram as I discover through installation issues which were present also on the stock air box without realizing it! Understand, that while this particular example is on a Nissan Frontier, Pathfinders and 2002-2004 Nissan Xterra's should have identical engine bays if it has the V6. Know that if you have the supercharger, it doesn't effect the kit you need to run the short ram intake, which I'm talking about, but I do recommend upgrading one of the air filter components from the inexpensive eBay kit.Again, more specifically, this is how to successfully install a stock air intake on the following vehicles:1999-2004 Nissan Frontier2002-2004 Nissan Xterra1996-2000 Nissan PathfinderAlso, it should work for these Nissan products to an extent, which I'm less familiar with as they are either not in the U.S.A. or I just haven't gotten my hands on them, but the have the same Nissan VG33E engine as my truck: * 1996–2004 Nissan Pathfinder In Australian Models 1997–2000 Infiniti QX4 1997–2002 Nissan Elgrand 1999–2002 Nissan Quest/Mercury Villager 1999–2004 Nissan Paladin(the previous years are according to Wikipedia)Don't want a fake cold air intake? After you've read and watched this series, you should be better equipped to see if their are issues with your stock intake on a variety of vehicles, which may be robbing you from precious cold air, which increases fuel consumption for sure, but hopefully raise the almighty wHP as well! :)Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado it cannot guarantee against unauthorized modifications of this information, or improper use of this information. DE Nichols/AutoBravado assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. DE Nichols/AutoBravado recommends safe practices when working with power tools, automotive lifts, lifting tools, jack stands, electrical equipment, blunt instruments, chemicals, lubricants, or any other tools or equipment seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of DE Nichols/AutoBravado, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not DE Nichols/AutoBravado.
