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47 thoughts on “Can’t seal leaks like this! ford explorer sport trac 4.0 mint! block skirt oil leak”
  1. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Pedro Dones says:

    I have the same truck but in red 99 000 miles

  2. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Pasler Andrew says:

    When you describe torque setting 11 ft lb first-round and 14 ft-lb second-round then proceeded to bring it to 24 ft lb in the second round I think it's a brain fart not a mistake correct , I've never heard of 3 ft lb at a time

  3. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Black III says:

    Good work. I really don't like how Ford designs some things. Like how that rack and pinion interferes with the smooth installation of the sub oil pan, all of the specialty bolts, etc.

  4. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Tom Reuland says:

    Ray on your story about working at McDonald's happens all the time.

  5. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Tommy Caulder says:

    What would the cost of a repair like this run?

  6. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Tom Kennedy says:

    Was that water dripping at the very end?

  7. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars TheOnespeedbiker says:

    Brake cleaner contains toluene which is an intoxicant and in high enough doses a hallucinogenic and causes brain damage. I wonder sometimes if Ray is an inadvertent huffer.

  8. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars John Doe says:

    Beethoven was an epic choice man. Probably your best video yet.

  9. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Demon Slayer says:

    I don't normally comment on videos but the story about working at MacDonalds cracked me up (classic). Love your videos educational and entertaining keep it up.

  10. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars adam Ontario says:

    First he said 11 and 14 then when he went to do the second pass he said 24

  11. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars John Henry Holiday says:

    Im glad you worked on this motor…. I own one…. I now know what it looks like inside….. the 4.0 is a great little engine…. the only errors I hear coming from them is manifold leaks from plastic intakes… Doc

  12. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Wesley Martz says:

    Ray that music is soooo bad. Lol

  13. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Brandon Wetterman says:

    Love watching your videos, thank you

  14. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars MIKEY T says:

    Good video. I especially liked the sped up portions with the music. I wish my jobs would go into ludicrous speed.

  15. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars A g J . 7 says:

    I hope thats water dripping down from the front of the engine Ray, From 38.44 to 39.35, it could be condeser drainage but it's there, Good vid all the same

  16. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars lolcat yt says:

    Beethoven Fur Elese, Beethoven 5th, Moonlight sonata. Fantastic mechanic with great taste in music. Thank You Ray.

  17. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Iain Gibbs says:

    Will need done it because we ate was my emoti even England I couldn't get the dashboard lights out any other way boy what a job

  18. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Iain Gibbs says:

    My brothers just done my real speed sensor on my care sa rento where are you when I need it 5 hours later cause you have to take out half the interior

  19. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Lowell Martin says:

    1st job – sinking fence posts and stretching woven wire fencing via 2 2x4s bolted together and hooked to an Oliver tractor. All for $0.75 per hour. The total princely sum of $14.75.

    The engineer/s who designed that engine definitely never heard of the K.I.S.S Principle.

  20. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars fred derf says:

    informative …gets the job done the proper way ….and entertaining at the same time…..its the way Ray works …..need more of him

  21. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars JAMES KONET says:

    WELL DONE AGAIN…

  22. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Colin Parkinson says:

    The 4.0 ford is indestructible.

  23. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars norgeek says:

    Never knew Explorers came in pickup flavors!

  24. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Hola! Greg Sly says:

    Nice job. Loved the musical interludes 😁

  25. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Bobby Bowers says:

    Good job brother but you did miss a step there are threaded inserts in the upper pan that push on the main cap bolts the center bolts go through them they are big Allen's your supposed to back them down install the pan with the outer bolts then run the inserts till they touch the main cap bolts then put your center bolts in just thought i'd let you know for next time love your vids keep up the good work 👍

  26. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Christopher Carlson says:

    Didn't see you put the hidden t-30 bolt back in – I assume you did.

  27. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Gregory Fairchild says:

    I wish I had recorded my repairs for years it would've saved me logging them down in diaries to cover my butt from the ever since ya people.
    I had several composition note books with dates, notes and comments like repairs denied, or low pedal, or multiple dash lights on etc

  28. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Robert S says:

    You know I normally like ford.. maybe… But what in the hell are they thinking making something like this??! That is ridiculous.

  29. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars TD5 Disco says:

    I agree with David L. Don’t worry about catching a falling item, you’re likely to knock it out of sight. Way better the watch where it falls and make sure you do before it stops moving as then it’s difficult to see.

  30. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Dale Nutter says:

    Ray u r the f'n gd man. And I don't like using gd at all saying it writing it ever. But man u killed that truck and video in a good way. And yes you were right that thing was Pristine. Some customer body out there loves their damn Henry Ford's. Great vid man. Keep em coming. How long did that total job take you?

  31. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars KJV Saint4life says:

    My first on paper job was McDonald's was there from age 14-16

  32. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Michael Speakman says:

    If you would have put the rubber gasket on the back of Block than the pan up on it. ( :

  33. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars nlo114 says:

    Back in the shop in a year's time for a new front cross-member… …You cleaned all the oil off and it rusted away?

  34. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars J B says:

    Why can I imagine Ray at home, sink full of dirty dishes. He starts spraying them down with brake clean and exclaims "Nice and Shiny!"

  35. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars quazy1328 says:

    I dread the day I have to get this done to my 03' sport trac that is 4×4. I would do it myself but I don't work on cars for that reason, I would rather rebuild that tracks on a 200T crane.

  36. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Garybonz says:

    What was dripping down the front crossmember at the end ?

  37. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Garybonz says:

    CROSS-THREAD = Natures lock-tight !

  38. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars peter yeung says:

    Is it hard to find good and honest mechanics like Ray?

  39. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars User Unknown says:

    Bet they changed out the timing chain and guides. Those model yr 4.0's have issues with cheap guides straight from the factory..🤦‍♂️ They break and crumble apart and end up in the lower oil pan and the pan skirt. Most of the time they clog up the pick up tube for the pump and puke the motor. The 4.0 sohc is a great motor once u change the guides over to the upgraded ones. And properly maintain them. They are very intolerant of not changing the oil as scheduled or using conventional oil.

  40. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Marnie Clifford says:

    How does he get it back in there without budging the gaskets? Hes got skills for sure. Wish there were more guys out there that cared like he does.

  41. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars R Dillard says:

    Excellent vid!

  42. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars John Private says:

    Appreciate your explanation of where and why sealant is used minimally on certain transitions.
    Once upon a time I used a torx wrench. But learned to use the correct length spanner /socket bar and finger strength ‘touch from my father who was a fitter. Adjusting according to bolt size, thread & materials. But in a shop situation that approach would not be wise no matter how skilled the mechanic. My other father was a sparky who taught us that every job was worth doing well, and that anyone could do an excellent job with focus and effort. You demonstrate both.

  43. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars dnl machine says:

    First Petey didnt want to sing it.
    But then you won his heart, and the song of Petey flowed forth. Nice work.
    Stay gold.

  44. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jay Kellett says:

    Like Charles Kuralt use to say….Everyone has a story.

  45. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Anthony Brandolino says:

    How did you get the upper part of the oil pick-up back in after installing the upper pan? You didn’t show it and I was wondering how you were going to get it in and tight.

  46. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Ed Watts says:

    I have been watching your videos for some time now, and it occurred to me just tonight that you sound like Jeff Goldblum!

  47. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Ed Watts says:

    Someone must have dropped the transmission in order to smear that RTV onto the back of the oil pan. That seems like a lot of work to do for some operation which any mechanic or technician would know could not fix anything.

    Edit: I posted this just before you mentioned removing the transmission.

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