Tag: ETCG

My brother brought me his 2005 Honda Element. He said he had difficulty shifting it into gear. When I inspected it, I found the clutch pedal was on the floor, so he had no clutch…

The transmission cooler that was installed on my 2003 Honda Pilot was about to cause damage to my AC condenser. In this video I show you a better way to install an automatic transmission cooler…

This video is the ‘quick’ update. For more detailed info, check out this video. ETCG1 Shop Update March 2023 (Details): https://youtu.be/QdtThHPgcyQ Thank you for watching! #ETCGVideo #EricTheCarGuy Check out my ETCG1 channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ETCG1?sub_confirmation=1 Become a…

I’m sad to say that I need to move out of my shop and put my tools and some of my equipment into storage. Because of that, I’ll be selling, and giving away some of…

This video is (Part 4) of a series in which I completely rebuild a 2003 Honda Pilot in preparation for adding a supercharger. This episode covers electrical repairs, timing belt service, valve adjustment, and valve…

I recently replaced an engine on a 2005 Honda Odyssey. I lowered the subframe with the engine and transmission onto jack stands and it worked pretty good. Now that I’m faced with removing an engine…

This is the conclusion to the rear suspension rebuild on a first generation Honda Pilot. It includes all control arms, dampers (shocks), rebooting the rear axles, replacing the stabilizer links and bushings, the right side…

I had the pleasure of having my grandson in the shop so I decided to show him how to tear down an engine. The engine we tear down in this video is the 3.5L engine…

If you have a key that won’t turn in a lock, or you have to carry 2 keys because one of your locks was replaced in the past, this video can help you solve those…

This video shows you how to install a factory style fog light kit in a 2003 Honda Pilot which involves cutting part of the front bumper out. I also show you how to adjust the…

This ASMR video covers a complete 4 wheel brake job, and brake hose replacement on a 2005 Honda Element. There is no dialog. In this video you will hear disc brakes being replaced, brake hoses…

I gave this car to my son earlier this year (2023). He wanted to do some upgrades so that he could autocross as well as daily drive the car. Below is a list of the…

After putting a new engine in my 2005 Honda Element, it was time to turn my attention to the suspension. I went all in and replaced the front strut assemblies, rear strut assemblies, outer tie…

I decided to upgrade the differential in my 2000 Integra Type R. I ended up with a Wavetrac unit that I really love. In this video I show you how to install a limited slip…

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When installing a new or remanufactured automatic transmission there are some things you must do to ensure the transmission lasts and will stay in warranty. I’ve put together this video outlining those things so that…

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*Sponsored Video* The plastic panels on my 2005 Honda Element were showing their age. I used Meguiar’s Ultimate Black Plastic Restorer on the plastic panels and was very happy with the result. It brought back…

In this video I give you tips on how to identify what is leaking from your vehicle. It’s an easy technique with an everyday item. My friends at TRQ let me use their studio and…

In this video I go over the things that will make a vehicle unroadworthy, or no longer worth investing into. It will also apply to a potential purchase if you’re considering buying a used vehicle….