[Stuart Marple]

Are there issues with the extended version of this video?
For whatever the reason i am unable to access it as i keep getting sent to the “Why become a Premium ETCG Member? ” page, even though i am already a member and logged in.
This happens regardless of web browser used or device.

[Stuart Marple]

Ah, right.
I didn’t read the email in its entirety. :huh:

[Stuart Marple]

I’ve not watched the video yet as i want to see the full version but there is an issue with the video link in the email itself.
Whenever i click on it i get a message come saying the address is invalid, or something to that effect.

[Stuart Marple]

Hey Eric,

I really liked this video.
It shows that when you put pride into something that the end result is usually one that is favourable.

It was good to hear you talk about when you got something running that could otherwise have been destined for bad things.
Last year i was having to do some work on my Volvo V40 T4 (B4194T for those who are interested) as i had blew an exhaust valve when giving it a bit of stick.
Just over a week later, due to waiting on gaskets and seals from Volvo, i had the car back together and running.
That was a really proud moment for me as it was the first time i had ever done anything like that.

More recently, i had to replace the head gaskets on my 4.0 V8 Range Rover P38A. (engine is based on the Chevy V8 short block i believe)
Being my second time at doing something like this i had a little more confidence but was still kind of nervous due to having to deal with two heads.
Again, just a little over a week later, mostly due to weather constraints (no garage), i had the thing back up and running and its been great ever since.

I think it means a lot, not just to other people but also to yourself, to take pride in your work.
I’m not a technician and nor do i work in the industry, but i do understand the need for great and proud mechanics as you are literally putting your life, and potentially your family’s lives, in the hands of those who you rely on to make sure that your vehicle is running and operating how it is meant to be.

Great subject Eric.

[Stuart Marple]

Hey Eric,

I really liked this video.
It shows that when you put pride into something that the end result is usually one that is favourable.

It was good to hear you talk about when you got something running that could otherwise have been destined for bad things.
Last year i was having to do some work on my Volvo V40 T4 (B4194T for those who are interested) as i had blew an exhaust valve when giving it a bit of stick.
Just over a week later, due to waiting on gaskets and seals from Volvo, i had the car back together and running.
That was a really proud moment for me as it was the first time i had ever done anything like that.

More recently, i had to replace the head gaskets on my 4.0 V8 Range Rover P38A. (engine is based on the Chevy V8 short block i believe)
Being my second time at doing something like this i had a little more confidence but was still kind of nervous due to having to deal with two heads.
Again, just a little over a week later, mostly due to weather constraints (no garage), i had the thing back up and running and its been great ever since.

I think it means a lot, not just to other people but also to yourself, to take pride in your work.
I’m not a technician and nor do i work in the industry, but i do understand the need for great and proud mechanics as you are literally putting your life, and potentially your family’s lives, in the hands of those who you rely on to make sure that your vehicle is running and operating how it is meant to be.

Great subject Eric.

[Stuart Marple]

Hi Eric,

Great job on the install.
It certainly does give the Element a whole new presence as it sits there.
I do have one reservation though.
Those sticky pads that were provided could have done with a bit help from a zip tie.

I have some HID headlights on my vehicle and they came with some sizeable ballasts.
They too came with some sticky pads and even though I cleaned the surface of the body where they were going to be attached, they still failed after a few days.

The problem is heat.
The ballasts do get quite warm to the touch and as such, the adhesive warms up until it becomes so pliable that it can’t support the weight.
Hopefully you already figured this out and came up with a solution.

Anyway, its a great video to kick off 2014 with (repair video that is) and I look forward to many more.

[Stuart Marple]

Hi Eric,

Great job on the install.
It certainly does give the Element a whole new presence as it sits there.
I do have one reservation though.
Those sticky pads that were provided could have done with a bit help from a zip tie.

I have some HID headlights on my vehicle and they came with some sizeable ballasts.
They too came with some sticky pads and even though I cleaned the surface of the body where they were going to be attached, they still failed after a few days.

The problem is heat.
The ballasts do get quite warm to the touch and as such, the adhesive warms up until it becomes so pliable that it can’t support the weight.
Hopefully you already figured this out and came up with a solution.

Anyway, its a great video to kick off 2014 with (repair video that is) and I look forward to many more.

[Stuart Marple]

Great video as always Eric.
I wish the timing belt on my Volvo V40 T4 was as easy to do as that.
After repairing the blown exhaust valve i had on my vehicle, the timing was the hardest part.
It couldn’t be done in the conventional method, which i only found out after removing the cylinder head, and requires a timing tool kit to lock the cams in place as well as act as a carrier.
I had to take it to a Volvo specialists in the end.

Ooh, that reminds me, if there is a video i’d like to see it would be something involving a pre-2000 Volvo.

Anyway, hope you have a great Christmas and a wonderful new year.

See you in 2014.

[Stuart Marple]

Great video as always Eric.
I wish the timing belt on my Volvo V40 T4 was as easy to do as that.
After repairing the blown exhaust valve i had on my vehicle, the timing was the hardest part.
It couldn’t be done in the conventional method, which i only found out after removing the cylinder head, and requires a timing tool kit to lock the cams in place as well as act as a carrier.
I had to take it to a Volvo specialists in the end.

Ooh, that reminds me, if there is a video i’d like to see it would be something involving a pre-2000 Volvo.

Anyway, hope you have a great Christmas and a wonderful new year.

See you in 2014.

[Stuart Marple]

Got to say that this series in your video forum is brilliant.
You must have the patience of a saint.

I understand full well the frustrations you’ve had.
I only mananged to put my car back together on Friday afternoon after it blew an exhaust valve about 10 days before.
After spending more money on gaskets and seals than it actually did to repair the cylinder head, i was a bit miffed when in the end it wouldn’t start.
It was only until after i cleaned down the crank pulley wheel and the two cam pulleys that i realised that there were extra marks on them.
I suppose its a lesson learnt and i should always check, and recheck, for anything like that in the future.
In the meantime i’ve had to have it go to my local mechanic to sort out.

Anyway.
Keep up the good work as you are doing a fantastic job and i only wish i had the knowledge and understanding of cars like you do.
I can’t wait until the next installment and i am waiting, very patiently for it.

[Stuart Marple]

Got to say that this series in your video forum is brilliant.
You must have the patience of a saint.

I understand full well the frustrations you’ve had.
I only mananged to put my car back together on Friday afternoon after it blew an exhaust valve about 10 days before.
After spending more money on gaskets and seals than it actually did to repair the cylinder head, i was a bit miffed when in the end it wouldn’t start.
It was only until after i cleaned down the crank pulley wheel and the two cam pulleys that i realised that there were extra marks on them.
I suppose its a lesson learnt and i should always check, and recheck, for anything like that in the future.
In the meantime i’ve had to have it go to my local mechanic to sort out.

Anyway.
Keep up the good work as you are doing a fantastic job and i only wish i had the knowledge and understanding of cars like you do.
I can’t wait until the next installment and i am waiting, very patiently for it.

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