Uscope - https://www.aeswave.com/uScope-Master-Kit-p9622.html 5V reference circuits cause some of the most confusing “multiple sensor failure” diagnostics in modern vehicles. In this video I break down what 5V reference is, why it’s 5 volts, how the ECM/PCM uses it to...
In this video, I break down how to perform a Relative Compression Test using an oscilloscope. This fast, non-invasive diagnostic method lets you check engine health without removing spark plugs. You’ll learn how to set up the test, connect a current clamp, record the...
Secondary ignition diagnostics are often overlooked in modern vehicles due to coil-on-plug systems—but the waveform still tells a powerful story. In this video, secondary ignition waveforms are captured and analyzed using an oscilloscope to reveal what is actually...
Today we’re rebuilding the rear brake calipers on a DeLorean — a job that solves common issues such as dragging brakes, uneven pad wear, sticking pistons, and handbrake imbalance. The DeLorean’s rear calipers have some unique design quirks, including the integrated...
Learn practical lab-scope workflows you can use today. We reinforce the basics with real-world tests: checking primary ignition current with a low-amp probe, verifying an entire bank of coils via the common power feed, reading fuel-pump current through a fuse-loop...
Everyone’s talking about how bad the automotive industry is right now — low pay, burnout, lack of respect, and technicians leaving the trade. But that’s only half the story. In this video, I talk about what’s really going on in the automotive world — and why it’s not...
This $150 Inspection Could Save You Thousands – Why PPI’s matter
One of the most important things to do when buying a new (used) car, is to have it inspected by someone who in non-bias and can give you some insight as to the kinds of things you should look for in a car, and specifically that car.
Buying a used car? A pre-purchase inspection (PPI) could save you thousands. In this video, we break down why getting a vehicle inspected before you buy is one of the smartest moves you can make—whether you’re buying from a dealer, private seller, or online.
🛠️ What’s covered:
What a pre-purchase inspection includes
Why PPIs uncover hidden issues sellers may not mention
Common red flags found during inspections
What tools and diagnostics are used
Why you should never rely on a Carfax alone
How a clean-looking car can still be a money pit
What a good inspection report should include
How to use a PPI to negotiate the sale price
Essential viewing if you’re considering a Subaru, Toyota, Honda, Ford, Chevy, or any used vehicle. This is real-world advice from an actual shop that’s inspected hundreds of cars.
⚠️ Don’t buy someone else’s problem. Get it inspected first.
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