In a previous video https://youtu.be/gMHYnWLQ5As I started to replace the rotted subframe on a 14 Subaru and received a lot of push back saying I was ripping off the customer because it wasn't rotted. If you feel comfortable saying this subframe is safe and would like to install it on your car I'll happily save it for you 😁
Cheers!
Part I : https://youtu.be/gMHYnWLQ5As
Part II: https://youtu.be/gE9Mvej7U9M
Part III: https://youtu.be/HW3eVy18fv0
Was it really rotted?! https://youtube.com/shorts/WOf91EL9znE?feature=share
How much did the job cost? https://youtube.com/shorts/URubuTYKFb0?feature=share

There seems to be some questions of my Integrity folks. A couple of people sent me some nasty emails about the Subaru subframe saying that I was ripping the person off because you can't fail for surface rust in New York state and that is a true statement. However, when the side of the subframe is completely Swiss cheese and you can stick your Hammer through it on both sides, well, that you can fail for, trust me. same thing here.

Completely rotted out. You can see straight through it. so I guess before you judge my character and rectitude, rest assured folks, I don't change those things for the fun of it.

100 thoughts on “Let’s clear some stuff up about the subaru subframe…”
  1. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Chris Walker says:

    Looks like scrap metal

  2. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Parkerr0 says:

    I would not like to replace one of those either

  3. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Ninja Lives Matter says:

    Ohh hey look its the guy who ignores his comments

  4. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Tim C says:

    They don't know the difference between a subframe and a submarine

  5. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Tim C says:

    lots of stupid viewers….Trust me

  6. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars warzone says:

    Na that trash

  7. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Matthew Catlow says:

    Oh wow! I can see through that and people can be annoying sometimes.

  8. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars beerman1957 says:

    Haters gonna hate. Keep doing your job as you have been.

  9. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars David Suttles says:

    Bruh tell those people to catch the first bus to that hot place.

  10. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Robert Johnson says:

    Creepers who question your integrity are not fans and they do not do quality work like you do. I believe every community would be a better place if they had at least one mechanic with your integrity.

  11. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars The_7th_sun says:

    Come to the mid west, thats one winter

  12. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars arne servatius says:

    My daughter saburu frame rusted out. Honest mechanic alerted her. She traded it in. Detroit

  13. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Hesham Chehaitli says:

    Excellent work man. Keep up the great professionalism. A master at what you do.

  14. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Tech Nine says:

    No a sub frame like that you could be sued for if you passed. Lol not sure if that's true but if somebody really wanted to push it they could get your license to do inspections revoked.

  15. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jeff Cuevas says:

    why even bother with trolls…screw them

  16. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Shane Darden says:

    Did you say. SUBARU???? 😂🤣😂🤣😂😍
    NOW … thats the SUBARU's I remember!!
    """but they have such great snow flakes Commercials""

  17. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars spelunkerd says:

    I knew there was a reason, it had to be something like this. Often a video doesn't tell the whole story. The most irritating thing about rust is how even with good maintenance, you're racing the clock.

  18. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Zero Izanagi says:

    Just use duct tape.

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

    here is the fun thing with inspections you can fail a car if you deam it unsafe and that is unsafe. Just because it will pass by the letter of the law dosen't mean you are doing the person any favors by passing an unsafe car, if they don't like it take it to someone else.

  20. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Mason T says:

    Who are these people thinking Mr.O would rip someone off.

  21. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Shane Anderson says:

    Eric stop justifying your actions to ghosts on the internet . Remember your a mechanic God . Do not bow to fools !
    Love your show .
    Australia Loves ya 2

  22. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars A A as says:

    Not even scrap metal

  23. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Buster Hernández says:

    Let's stop and rethink that folks only can have an opinion based on they own knowledge, and sometimes that isn't enough or even can't compared to your mechanic skills or experience señor , so let them be happy 😁 and we all can be happy watching your videos like we have been doing it especially when Hanna jumps as a helper lol it sounds like me and my daughter working together lol
    Cheers from new Orleans boss ….
    Nelson the buster here ……..

  24. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Michele Soniat says:

    Opinions are like assholes everyone has one unless they've ever done work like that they need to shut up.

  25. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Chris says:

    Everyone’s a expert on those Interwebs . I know I don’t want it work that damn hard for nothing either

  26. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars chuck thomas says:

    You’ve shared enough gold to the effect, if Eric O told me the sky was falling… I’d keep my behind inside. Don’t argue with trolls. They’re living in your head rent free. Dont give ‘em the satisfaction

  27. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Brandon Brown says:

    Fuck them. You’re one of the, if not the best shops out there.

  28. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Scott Singleton says:

    glad the customer chose an honest, conscience mechaic.

  29. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars e e says:

    All Subarus need to be scrapped

  30. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Sgt Brown says:

    Anybody that's ever changed one of them knows you didn't change it for the fun of it.🤣

  31. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Robert Threm says:

    Are used to watch the guy all the time he’s cool

  32. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Nick Dolphin says:

    Damn Eric, anyone questioning your integrity should get off the computer….Tires Plus (or "minus" My sister in law learned when her LR wheel spontaneously detached from her car less than a week after having all 4 replaced) probably doesn't like their "Junior Assistant Parts Installer" using their computer for YouTube.

    I can't tell you how much help you've been to me, recently especially so as I have just started wrapping up the 08 Dodge Grand Nemesis SxxT. Your engine swap saved me more time than I can even begin to tabulate.

    Compared to my 67 D200 Sweptline Camper Special, this van is comedically engineered. MOPAR has become SUBPAR

  33. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Tiffany Kooper says:

    easilly plated and repaired without removal so yeah you ripped them off.

  34. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Martin Todd says:

    Nobody wants to change subframe s for the hell it.Armchair Mechanic's pipe down.

  35. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jay Jones says:

    Copy that brother that surely wasn't road worthy god bless you

  36. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars David Anderson says:

    Good job

  37. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars EDDIE JONES says:

    You keeping the roads safe in USA we in the U.K. have the M.O.T. After a new car is 3y old Every year after that

  38. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Frbrbr Grblgrr says:

    Sketchy shops and idiots with milwaukee hand tools trying to call out an actual mechanic.

  39. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars R3cK17 Rick says:

    wait you have an integra with a subaru subframe?

  40. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Neil Bradley says:

    I wouldn't even give this the time of day man let em email

  41. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Paul Rodrigues says:

    Too many keyboard warriors

  42. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars PHXCITY602 says:

    let em know something then 😉

  43. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Luis Orantes says:

    The instigators will never stop keep doing what you do. great videos and tons of useful information for all those who appreciate it keep doing a great job 👍🏻

  44. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars William Pitzalis says:

    Same thing happened to our Subaru

  45. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Weazel Dark says:

    even with surface rust
    the whole thing is covered in it means it going to cancer out sos just good preventive matance

  46. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars NativeKarl says:

    Sir. I am a certified YouTube rust engineer and I applaud you for keeping your customers safe and doing what is needed to do that. 🫡

  47. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars ♟️Mr. Blackman says:

    Ripping people off is normal.

  48. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Rob dajuiceman says:

    How much for the cat litter engine block?

  49. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Tyler Mingerink says:

    Changing a subframe is a pain. Nobody would want to do it unless absolutely necessary

  50. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars J J says:

    I e been watching your videos for YEARS. The absolute last thing I’d call you is dishonest. Shit, I don’t even think I’d call you that if I was mad at you because I would be wrong.

  51. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Melvin Rexwinkle says:

    So what's the difference between that and a Chevrolet

  52. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Mythril Man says:

    Just the thickness of the rust shows that it is dead.

  53. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars MerckDaManiac Moments says:

    I’ve seen them worse then that on the east coast and they didn’t want it replaced well okay let me just bolt this rust bucket back together and send your dumb self on your way then 😂😂😂😂😂

  54. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Paulie K. The Fixer says:

    I have seen a bunch of Subies with that problem.

  55. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars jbond350 says:

    Eric those holes are there from the manufacturer, they are the "Go Faster" holes. It's not rot. LOL!

  56. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Shawn W says:

    Bah – a little duct tape and she’s a keeper 😂

  57. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars mic sor says:

    Had you tried JB Weld, you could have saved the customer a ton of….😂🤣😂🤣

  58. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Patrick P says:

    I've been a mechanic ASC certified heavy duty mechanic for 40 years I deal with this s*** with customers all the time if they refuse to change something that is a safety hazard I make sure that I write it on the bill.

  59. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jason Burton says:

    Rust? I see speed holes!🤣

  60. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Doorjam Bennett says:

    How long did it take you to push those holes in that sub frame, 🤔

  61. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars The Ebike Guy says:

    Now the people that are real geniuses are going to tell you to use Bondo or JB Weld to fix that LOL

  62. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Fire Dude says:

    Boom 💥

  63. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Bill Meyer says:

    Why did it really rust out there?
    So how many still on the roads have this problem

  64. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars PRBB25 says:

    Umm Im pretty sure it wasn't you that failed the subfarame , it was the state inspector!

  65. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars chris green says:

    Thats why i wax undercoat my suv every year. That road salt is no joke in the north

  66. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Zachary Miles says:

    Junk lord

  67. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Wes M says:

    The communist kountry of new york.

  68. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars TheLokoViejo says:

    That’s way beyond surface

  69. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Omar Antonetti says:

    "Aerodynamic"

  70. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars James Knight says:

    Yeah folks….kick rocks lol

  71. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Athabasca Stone&Tile says:

    Internet wizards

  72. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Wade Wilson says:

    Ahhh car inspections, another way for the Gov to steal your money.

  73. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars rich petrillo says:

    The nerve of those people. They must be first timers

  74. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Randy Brill says:

    Tell them opinions are like assholes everybody’s got one. Rest a sure I would trust you more then 99% of the shops out there. I have seen so many of your videos and you are one of the honest ones. Have a good one.

  75. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Charles Bennett says:

    Surface rust ≠rusted out holes

  76. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars David Scott says:

    It’s so stupid that states use so much salt on the roads! Just use studded tires chains and gravel! It will save so much overall.

  77. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Pat Ashcraft says:

    I think you know your stuff there buddy so he's always got complain about something

  78. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Zak Roughley says:

    And this is why, us trained and licensed mechanics make the calls. Not you YouTube warriors 😂

  79. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars _XX_ says:

    Moral of the story, Subarus are pieces of shit

  80. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Eddie Rebel says:

    You don’t have to wait very long , for people to show how stupid they are , now before I saw that , I was gonna bad mouth NY state , (not that the sentiment isn’t still there ).

  81. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Ian Henderson says:

    ive scraped better ones than that

  82. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Hi says:

    That subframe should be illegal

  83. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars David Dillon says:

    Wv tooooo

  84. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars xConceptz1 says:

    You’re a scam artist!! Just put some foam in that sucker and spray plastidip over it. Way cheaper

  85. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Tom Blob as: James Cary McCollum says:

    I think you misread them. They probably wrote that you were amazing at ripping that Subaru subframe off-the car itself. Maybe they were referring to the speed of disassembly? Who knows?

  86. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars jessiemac100 says:

    Nah you ripped him off he could have gotten another 3 weeks out of that frame 🤣

  87. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Robert Groffel says:

    No worries most of us who watch are techs an get it others are Karen's

  88. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Malcolm Morrow says:

    North vehicles are trash ….dont come to Texas…stay there. Its 79 here today ..lmao

  89. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars A&A says:

    Internet warriors….

  90. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Joe A says:

    Touchy . . . Touchy

  91. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Henry Skedel says:

    Be serious mechanics have no character

  92. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars bryan winn says:

    pro15 paint and under coating goes a long way before you put new one on

  93. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jes McDevlin says:

    Don't feel you need to defend yourself. Armchair warriors will be angry no matter what. That said good on you for sticking up for yourself! 🙂

  94. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Big Jay says:

    Only happens where they salt the roads.

  95. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Eric Meifert says:

    Shi. House lawyers

  96. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars WALTERBROADDUS says:

    A rotted subframe, is a rotted subframe. The end.

  97. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Naked Zebra says:

    when has southmain ever lied? mans been doing right by people for a longtime.

  98. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars my surly trucker says:

    Its clear that its absolutely rotten.

  99. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Charles Hilton says:

    Is there some sort of vehicle inspection in NY state?? I'm not sure what he's talking about

  100. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Steve Keenan says:

    They're used to Por15 repairs

Leave a Reply to Luis Orantes Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.