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94 thoughts on “It s a jeep thing! roasting a classic, then it roasted me!”
  1. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Martin Nehring says:

    Well, very interesting indeed, but seems to be very overcomplicated and expensive. A little lubrication of the belt would have solved the squeking problem as well. To achieve a continuous solution you only have to apply the spell "Stay!" to the oil, and the problem would have been fixed!

  2. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Ryan Christianson says:

    All thread and weld a nut

  3. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars koturaljko roler says:

    Threaded rod, weld a nut.

  4. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Lester Burtard says:

    0k. I had this argument. 1/4- 20 size (bolts) and larger are "Bolts". Smaller than that are "screws". I.E. 10-32, 10-24, 8-32, 6-31, and on and on(0-80). I'll wait.

  5. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars John Toal says:

    Thank You Ray for blocking out the welding. It shows you care about peoples sight not like some other channels.

  6. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars gudenau says:

    The light dimmers work by turning the light on and off with the A/C waveform, if it was resistive the dimmer would melt then catch on fire from the massive amount of waste heat.

  7. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Robert Swartzwelder says:

    I don't miss V belts one bit! Great video! Thanks for posting so much, I watch daily!

  8. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars TEAC Fan says:

    Start a side business: Ray's Custom Bolt Manufacturing, we make any length of bolt from other bolts for all your automotive bolt needs!

  9. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Seb Brosig says:

    A new revenue stream for you: leave out some "non-essential" parts like this water pump bracket, tighten up the screws to triple-click to compensate and make sure the belt squeal only starts a fortnight later, and sell the gained parts on eBay!

  10. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Kevin Hitchcock says:

    You should have ground a taper on both ends of the bolt you would get deeper penetration on your weld. Just a suggestion

  11. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Xlaxsauce says:

    Guessing the bolt was coated.

  12. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Slugg0matic says:

    This is the first YT video where I've seen a technician transformed into a mechanic so easily. Nice fix for the bolt even if you are catching heat for not cutting a V in it.

  13. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars SlimPickins says:

    You usually do pretty good work, but if I was the customer and saw you jank that bolt together while I'm paying full shop rate, I wouldn't be too happy. Go to Fastenal or a real hardware store and spend the 5 bucks. Didn't even weld it good.

  14. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars michelediane miller says:

    probably could have found parts for cj jeeps on many of the 4×4 lift online stores

  15. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Scooter30FTW says:

    Ray,do you not have a salvage yard in your area where you could maybe find parts for older vehicles?

  16. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars michelediane miller says:

    threaded rod would have also worked

  17. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars William Dawson says:

    The long bolt was a fail just a plan B it worked in the end.

  18. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars no name says:

    That engine looks like plastic.

  19. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Sman7290 says:

    There's a reason that the power steering pump pulley has round holes in the face of it… to run your socket through to pull the bolts out (or put them in).

  20. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars jeeper360 says:

    It was the early 80s that had the flipping controversy not 90s for jeep. That is why keep quietly discontinued the CJ5 after 83 because they were introducing the XJ and didn't want any distractions. The 90s were about the ford explorer.

  21. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars David Hartman says:

    As a former NASA engineer I appreciated the Astronaut helmet image while you were welding. lol

  22. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Xterraforce says:

    Imagine being the owner of this Jeep paying for parts and labor to fix the slipping belt issue but not spending a few more dollars on a new belt.

  23. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars oldhp mopar says:

    Get a threaded rod next time and use a nut.

  24. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars George Reiss says:

    No threaded rod?

  25. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars 03natib says:

    Next time use all thread and result would have been the same

  26. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Richard Green says:

    You are confusing the CJ-5 with it's publicized handling with the YJ. The YJ is lower and had a wider track hence being more stable. If fact that publicity is the reason that Jeep is a YJ and not called CJ-10.

  27. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Dave says:

    You could have just welded the bracket on

  28. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars q80aziz says:

    Hardware. seller deserves negative feedback .

  29. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Robbo Ironink says:

    Man, that squealing sound was like someone was running their nails down a chalkboard. Please don’t do it again.

  30. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Stanley Mcfalls The Southern Comedian says:

    OK now we need the brake cleaner effects 😂😂😂

  31. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Tim Rhoads says:

    Having owned two first gen RX-7's, an '81 and an '83, I can confirm they do indeed run on black magic. And voodoo. They have carbs, so there's always voodoo involved with those.

  32. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Car Mo says:

    Oh Ray the bolt after you had the 1 tack on it you should have ground a grove at the other side, 2 reasons you get rid of the cadmium and now weld steel for a stronger hold then grind off the tack weld and reweld that side that would make it strong. Well time will tell just how long it lasts depends on the vibration. My gestamation is about 3-4 weeks. Better luck next time reeeeeeee LOL

  33. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jeff Ovington says:

    I'm got that same Maglite series in my Tundra..All 3 sizes..LOL

  34. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Larry Hutchens says:

    The fuel sender in the tank is simply a variable resistor while the gauge reads the resistance, an ohm meter. On the bolts: That looks like a Saginaw pump so it would likely be metric. The engine is the old AMC I-6, a very reliable engine and probably uses English measure (what everyone calls american) bolts. That's the way it is on most of the Chrysler products that I work on.

  35. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Ralph says:

    I know you won't answer my question. But why doesn't your shop have bolts and nuts, and fasteners?.
    I have never worked in a shop that didn't. It must be a real pain in the ass.

  36. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Todd Andrews says:

    A mechanic without thread gauges and tap and die set to figure out bolt and thread? Come on Ray you're better than that. 😉

  37. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Bandit Designs says:

    Hey the Jeep tipping problem was in the 80s not the 90s I’ve owned a lot of them. It started with the Suzuki Samurai in the 80s. It was built narrower than the CJ or the YJ which made them very tippy. The Jeeps were only tippy if you were driving into a tight corner way to fast, but vans were just as bad if not worse.

  38. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Howard Day says:

    I own this exact jeep. I could have told ya lol. Bolts are famous for breaking off in block, you tried hard on this one to help that happen. I suggest at least use anti seize when bolting to the block. On my 88yj when I accelerated it shifted left also, it was the brakes.

  39. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Edward Myers says:

    Beard looks good Ray 😄👍

  40. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jonathan Deitch says:

    That's why people bought 2 million+ XJs.

    Roof and a full cabin, big +1. And AC.

  41. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars james robison says:

    what about the motor mount need to see that fixed too BAYTOWN TEXAS

  42. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars MyMyco Journey says:

    I've usually got your back, but I'm not so sure here lol! You should have bought a piece of all thread and just cut it to length, and used a nut on the outside end.

    Granted, I haven't watched the whole video yet, to see if you're trolling, but I think you had a better option than welding two bolts together.

  43. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Gypsy Dildo punks says:

    Is that rack and peanut steering?

  44. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Galaphile High Druid says:

    Super easy way would be to buy a long piece of all thread and just cut the length you need. Then save the leftover length for future jobs.

  45. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars V. Gonzalez says:

    What happened to to motor mount replacement ?

  46. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars detuskified_walrus says:

    Shaft lengthening procedure complete 🙂

  47. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars CALVIN L. NIKONT says:

    Cross-thread is Canadian Loctite!

  48. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars 73 Maverick says:

    Too bad. Looks like a Chrysler ignition key in this thing. Maybe they kept some of the AMC parts in it. My AMC's had keys that looked like the GM Keys. Like 80's and older. Not sure when they changed the design for GM, my last GM was a 1981.

  49. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Geo Hodg says:

    🤣it’s a automatic

  50. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Gypsy Dildo punks says:

    Home Depot is not recommended for fasteners unless you're building a deck

  51. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Judi H. says:

    Is that PS belt even the correct size? That pump is leaking over quite a bit.

  52. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Unfairy Godmother says:

    Bruh check me out… My grandma’s ashes could weld better than you!!

  53. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Lunas Eclipse says:

    The alternative to bolts threaded rod. Which is what I would have used instead of welding a bolt turning it into a stud and using a bolt.

  54. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Michelle Bryer says:

    When the shops don’t send the tech they call me and I go lost into the store hoping I can find that they need.

  55. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Cruxis Arcanum says:

    reeeee I couldn't watch you weld and criticize your technique. Keep up the ingenuity Ray. Always enjoy the commentary watching your videos.

  56. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Ron Oldenbeuving says:

    A suggestion for you Ray, buy yourself a set of imperial/metric thread pitch gauges. You have verniers to measure the thread diameter and the pitch gaufes will allow you to determine exactly which thread.

  57. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Scott M says:

    Ray, you were supposed to order the high boltage brackets. It is your fault.

  58. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars OURv says:

    UNSAFE? NO, that was the 1986 & earlier CJ5 2 door that did all
    that flipping. Your driving a YJ, 1987 & after. This is the first Jeep
    built under Chrysler control. The flippers were all AMC control.
    Chrysler engineers fixed the flipping problem.

    !

  59. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars John Vanschoor says:

    Ray, Second carb vehicle in a couple weeks. You are becoming an expert in older cars. I have a new challenge coming your way in a couple weeks. A bit newer than the Rampage and this Jeep. 1992 Toyota Sera. Can't wait for you to see it.

  60. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars GravityzCatz Gaming says:

    I gotta be honest Ray, I love your videos, and I've learned a lot of things watching your stuff. I think when it comes to dissenting opinions I've always been on your side of things. However, the welded bolt thing would personally piss me off if I found out my mechanic did that. I do understand that you did the best you could with what you had and the time you had to do it. But just understand that doing things that way might rub some people the wrong way, because if that bolt snaps and they have to come back, they will not be happy.

  61. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Cathy Proctor says:

    I always want to answer when it says spam call. I don't, and if I ever did I'd try to make them hang up. I miss carburetor cars.

  62. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars OURv says:

    Cops used to love to carry that mag light. Not because
    it was a great light, it was, but because it was good N
    heavy and made a great head buster.

    !

  63. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars life.is.to.short. says:

    How about the drive side motor mount????

  64. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars daniel bedard says:

    the owner of that jeep has to have a mustache

  65. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Greg Dove says:

    Next time weld the nut. In fact, given Murphys law, next time buy a length of bolt stock, weld the nut, instant custom bolt. Much more forgiving than welding two bolts. Yes, i am aware hind sight is 20/20.

  66. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Dirty Hobo says:

    What about the bolt strength? I’ve replaced an alternator bolt that subsequently fractured due to the wrong bolt strength.

  67. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Mike Boring says:

    Ray, I tuned into your channel just a few months ago when you "only" had 267K subscribers. I noticed that you are now up to 367K subscribers. You've gained 100,000 new subscribers in the short time I've been watching your videos. I haven't missed one since and still need to catch up on your older ones. Congratulations!

  68. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars HeyyyItsDev says:

    What type of schooling does someone have to go through to do what you do?

  69. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Brendan Conley says:

    As a long time jeep connoisseur, my first thought (which was out loud and made my wife laugh) when he said the fuel gauge doesn't work was "that's normal next problem"

  70. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Steve Kohler says:

    Ray, go to Fastenal, its less than 4 mile from your shop. Most important is they will have the proper grade of bolts compared to the junk grade you got from big box.

  71. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Aigor U says:

    Threaded rod and matching nuts ftw Ray, you can make bolts of any length with that, 4 sizes common and you're golden.

  72. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars John Rolfe says:

    You mentioned not working on BMW's. Why?

  73. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jeff Brown says:

    They make a dial you hook to the tank wires and rotate it to see if the gauge works.

  74. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Mark Keily says:

    fun fact of the day dimmer switches actually work by chopping up the mains so the light is on less. the part that you interface with is a potentiometer, but it controls the on voltage of a triac that chops up the waveform. this allows the control of multiple (unmatched) lights with on single switch without hundreds to thousands of watts being dissipated by the switch.

    sorry if that makes no sense, i'm a bit tired.

  75. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Mike Kuschka says:

    Just like more cowbell. We always need more pry bar.

  76. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars TheCompbuzz says:

    At least we know which store you went to by the orange buckets.

  77. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars darren beller says:

    If you don't know how to fab your not a mechanic good job ray.

  78. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Drake Miller says:

    Zuki Samurai's are better…and you don't have to worry about squeaky power steering pumps with them.

  79. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars A Dot In The Shark says:

    It's got all that off-road stuff and probably will never go off road. Also, some of the worst on-road drivers are Jeep drivers.

  80. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Allen Westland says:

    Someone does not like Rotary Motors….. Yes its a jeep thing still would rather have a XJ… Great videos as always…

  81. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Al Elmore says:

    If you would have bought a piece of all-thread and a nut you would be way ahead of the game

  82. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars VidelicetMoi says:

    Ring….ring ….ring… Mickey Mouse called and he wants his bolt back…oh…and Goofy too.

  83. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Joe Not A Fed says:

    The cheap and easy way to ensure straightnicity between two bolts one wishes to weld…is to set the vice jaws slightly smaller than the diameter of the bolts, and rest the bolt bits in the gap. 'Course…this requires the welder to have access to a straight vice.

  84. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Joe Muncie says:

    Great video as usual Ray. Regarding the rear axle bushings; try to get polyurethane. I rebulit the front of my 1967 Chevelle using only those and aftermarket rear control arms also equipped with them. The car handles as if on rails, and I haven't even installed the rear sway bar yet. They will also last 5 times longer than rubber.

  85. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Voltime Tennessee says:

    And one more thought…If that breaks and ends up thru the radiator or even worse, hits another car and causes a wreck…You are fully responsible for all damages…..Use the proper parts…you are getting paid to do that….so don’t take the cheap route….

  86. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars DC73 says:

    My first vehicle was an 87' Wrangler. Best of them all. The straight 6 was awesome.

  87. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars John Eisenhauer says:

    wouldnt it have been better to measure the depth of the threaded bolt hole first ,then go to a hardwear store,just adding my 2 cents worth

  88. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars michael redwine says:

    Okay, I get what you're doing. You're trolling for "REE REEEE! you blinded me when you forget to hide the arc flash. Reeeee!"
    🤣👍😜✌️

  89. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Doug Kelley says:

    Shouldn't bolts be at least grade 8 hardened?

  90. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Dave 365 says:

    A friend of mine had one of those Jeeps many years ago. Then he took a corner too fast and rolled it several times. What little desire I had to own one evaporated. And he was fine.

  91. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Harold Donaldson says:

    Turkey’s calling

  92. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Kentucky Ranger says:

    Being a Subaru owner, I'm not allowed to comment about Jeeps… 😂😂

  93. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Matt says:

    As others have already said. Have your shop owner buy a solid assortment of spare hardware. I work on heavy machinery (Brunswick A2 Pinsetters) and I have spares upon spares of hardware. Gets to the point whenever I do a rebuild of an assembly all new hardware goes in. Shiny is always good. 😉

  94. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Neil Stone says:

    Haven't seen that in long time where you can look in engine compartment and see the ground.

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