Can A Non-Car Guy Remove An Engine In 24 Hours?
This week, Ethan is tasked by Jack and Edwin to remove an engine in 24 hours. He'll have to pull the legendary JDM 2JZ motor out of our Lexus GS300 completely alone with no help. He'll have to find creative DIY ways to pull the engine out of the car as quickly as possible, albeit with some challenges along the way. If he succeeds we'll buy him some mods for his new project car, the Honda SMX.
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Let’s be honest, at this point Ethan is more a car guy than most of the people who watch this channel.
Certainly more than that Taylor fellow - isn't he? 😉
Sad but true
@ryuhayabaker Can we just STOP with the comparison and shadiness between these people on Car throttle and Auto Alex?? You lot are just nothing but bad vibes and bad energy.
I'm pretty sure Ethan not being a car guy is just a bit at this point. He's been on this channel for the best part of a decade now
@@djyems1021 you’re miserable. It’s a joke.
On Car throttle for over 12 years = None car guy. Ethan IS a car guy.
Upgraded to the IS version
somewhat at least
Hes a car guy as in likes cars, but hes not a mechanic 😂
isn't it non
I cant stress this enough. I really appreciate that Jack & Edwin didn't just bust Ethan's balls the whole time and make life more difficult for him unlike what Alex did when Ethan was working on his Z3, and it often came across as mean spirited. You had a few laughs at his misfortune when things went wrong, but ultimately, you went out of your way to keep him on the right track and encouraged Ethan when he was doing something right.
could'nt say it better myself, Alex leaving is the best thing to happen to this channel. Autoalex is just insufferable in soo many ways.
@@POLESTAR757 autoalex is just great in it's own ways. Them splitting is great because now we get twice the content and furthermore can choose to watch all or only part of it.
Yeah I remember that episode, it stayed with me cos it was just straight up bullying. Especially from Gareth.
There's a recent video on autoalex where he mocks Rory (I think that's his name, his cameraman) for being a bit overweight and having put a few pounds on recently. He takes it too far and comes across as a bit of a dick. I reckon he's an alright guy just things like that don't rub off too well. I've kinda lost interest in his channel. These three are just so much more wholesome and the chemistry is so great.
@@oisinmoore8725 I too am lately feeling like he is taking the "friendly banter" way too far, especially with him being overweight, but on one of his podcast episodes he actually apologized for real to both Taylor and Rory about him making these kind of jokes, but even so, sometimes I feel uncomfortable too as it genuinely comes out as almost bullying
nice one ethan 💪💪 great to see the guys supporting him
Eyo KZhead watches CarThrottle on KZhead?
KZhead?!
*Ethan look! You got KZhead watching your progress as a car guy! Good job!*
ok bro
@@jus__gra A marketing guy at KZhead watches carthrottle yeah
Go for it Ethan. For all us 3 weeks old Smx lovers
The pros saying 3 hours to do what Ethan struggled to do in 24 is EXACTLY why no one should complain about shop rates. You’re paying for the knowledge and experience. Sure, you can do it in your driveway, but it’s gonna take you 10x as long as it takes me in the shop and I have access to torque specs and OEM procedures.
You're paying for the years it took to be able to do that in 3 hours
@@20thcenturygamer22 I’ve had to explain this to many customers.
@@20thcenturygamer22 That doesn't mean that any price is acceptable. 200$ in labor for a brake job on a Miata in 30 minutes is a scam. Your experience (literally doing your job) is not worth every customer paying you 100s an hour. Especially when you pocket less than half that. (edit: Companies not publishing) Torque specs and OEM procedures violate the right to repair and can be found for most cars if you look hard enough.
@@seinarukishi9228 sure $400 per hour is an awful lot
Once you know what you are doing it'd easy hence paying for the experience. I have taken that motor out in an hr with no lift😅
Ethan videos are an inspiration, I consider myself a car guy as I've enjoyed cars for like 35 or so out of my 39 years? However I was never a mechanic, and never did half as much as Ethan did over the years, changing brakes, suspension, and now pulling an engine out. Fair play Ethan, you freaking earned the Honda bits!
Honestly mate you aint missin much being a mechanic is just pain and anger ask any mechanic 😂
25:15 Ethan: "Is that even a bolt? It looks like something from The Last of Us." I lost it.
A silhouette of Ethan straddling that engine with Jack's quote, "some sort of mechanical cowboy", would make a great merch line.
100% needs to go into Ethan's smx. That would be one sweet shaggin wagon.
Exactly! Jack'd SMX has to be the next project!
Even though it should have been nothing 3 hours, the fact that he got it done in one day, technically, that's impressive now. Now let's see if he can do a whole swap in a weekend like a lot of people claim
I'm loving ❤ the direction this channel has gone recently
That was so funny when Edwin put the tool in Ethan's back pocket to try and help, and then Ethan put it back on the floor 😂 loved this video. Fair play to Ethan
The tool? It was a screwdriver. Even less of a car guy, or even a guy, than Ethan.
@@Renee_R343 hope you have a better day today than you must have yesterday mate!
he is so heated for no reason lol@@crazycjk
For everything that is good PLEASE put the 2JZ in the SMX!!
Remember when Alex just used to pick on Ethan and make fun of him? Now the lads are all on the same team and there's no negativity. Big improvement
Big improvement? Nah man, This channel is dying folks are moving over to Alex. This video is 2 weeks old yet it only managed to gather 288k views. Alex is consistently getting +400k on his videos and his channel is still growing.
@@TheYORK21 popularity and quality contrast
Alex invited Ethan to join him but Ethan refused as he thought it was risky. And Alex is picking on Taylor, Rory and just about every male guest on their podcast. But Alex also takes it when they respond in turn. So I don't think it was personal with Ethan. Alex's KZhead persona is a bit childish/annoying but he can also be serious and do good things as well.
I’m really enjoying the format to this channel! These 3 work so well together. 😎
That was so good. You guys have totally made CarThrottle your own. As good if not better than it ever was.
Ethan is a meme lord, and I'm here for it, he's really bringing his own taste of comedy and you know it's just him being himself
Anything from the trolley?
Ethan is the man! I wont lie, it was bloody painful watching him fanny about in parts but Im well proud, and he should be too. Good show Ethan, jolly good show! Now i want to see you (with the lads) fit it in a sleeper!!!! 😅
This is one of the best videos I've seen in a while! The chemistry you've all got is brilliant
I've had a broke up a few weeks ago and I've been a living pile of misery ever since. You guys made me laugh, like for real, for the first time in this period. Loving the work you three have been doing in this channel
Fair play, Ethan. Didn’t even use all the life lines! For anyone tackling something complicated, remember: it’s just a lot of simple things all bunched together. If you can disconnect wiring, undo bolts and take off hoses, you’re most of the way there.
It was nice seeing you guys support Ethan so much, really wholesome actually. Great video and good job Ethan!
Well done Ethan!! As a treat for pulling it out, I think the 2j should end up in the SMX 😂
Salute to Ethan! Man is not afraid to throw himself into some deep stuff!
You could see his skills improving with almost every bolt. I remember being cack-handed and lacking confidence like Ethan when I first started working on my own cars, but here I saw him grow and really start to understand and figure stuff out. So proud of him, I just want to give him a hug.
2JZ is probably not the best engine to remove as your first engine, great job, Ethan!
"Rubber cap and nut" TOOK ME OUT 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂💀💀💀💀💀
Another great video. There is something that makes Ethan so relatable. He reminds me to my own struggles when tampering with cars. Things like dropping the tools in the drain bucket or getting your hands caught by the spanners and then the all familiar sounds aarh withholding all the swearing. We all have been there I think. Also 👍 for the other guys withholding there knowledge and letting Ethan struggle for hours knowing he isn't progressing at all. Just for the fun of it, please let Ethan put it back into something else and see if he can get it running again.
Ethan gives me confidence in my own abilities. I love it when y'all do these non car guy videos, the man's a star!!!!
Fair balls Ethan, that's some hard going! What parts are you going to get for the car? (Swap in the 2JZ 😂)
The most satisfying part of the whole video was watching Ethan rake his knuckles across the engine etc. We've all been there and we all appreciate the learning experience provided by it.
Before you knew it, Ethan is gonna leave car throttle to become a mechanic ! I think he learn so much from all these years. That one was a particularly good episode ! Keep the good work.
Top work from Ethan, and a nicely judged challenge. You've really found your groove and your content just gets better. Don't go changing.
Ethan was so fuckin lucky when that prop shaft barely missed crushing his foot to bits. Made me flinch like fuck that
Very proud of Ethan for this❤️
I know this is my fourth comment, but I've just finished - Man, what a satisfying video. Congrats, dude. This is probably my favorite car channel at the moment, and I'm loving the camaraderie you guys have. looking forward to seeing where 2024 goes. 👌
I've literally just learned how to replace discs, pads and callipers after one siezed on my car and was proud of that so hats right off to Ethan for this.
Best video yet lads Been a fan since Alex was a part of car throttle and now this has become just as good as when he was in it congrats lads great content. As for suggestion for what to put the 2j in anything under a tonne would be fun (nissan 100nx ;) would be interesting to see Ethan take that on. :)
Getting to watch content from you guys and autoalex simultaneously, it’s the golden age of car youtube!
Really enjoying this channel at the moment, it’s not so much about what’s being done but how they go about it - you can’t fake the chemistry. Top stuff
Said it before and I'll say it again. Best car content on youtube.
Well done Ethan!!! Never a dull moment to watch you work on cars ❤
I loved this video. Ethan is an absolute legend for persevering and getting the job done and props to the other guys for being there for him but letting him get the job done.
Best vid yet guys bloody luv'd it! Well done Ethan, sterling effort 👍💪🤩
Great work Ethan and some positive feedback to help him out. I laughed out loud a few times so keep up the great work.
Guy the content is just getting next level I actively look forward to seeing a new vid. Smiling ear to ear.
Bring back more of these please. Non car guy is great
I feel like a proud dad for a son I've never had
Put it in the Porsche, give it some real power! Proud of you though Ethan, that’s not an easy job and you surpassed all expectations!
Jack saying "I'm surprised you can hear us" in the SMX made me cry of laughter haha. Humour was on point for everyone in this ep
Watching Ethane struggle is better than any euphoric substance known to man. Its pure brilliance.
One of the best CT Videos! I am impressed, chapeau Ethan❤
I’m loving the new videos, you 3 are so funny please keep making content you are smashing it lately!
Absolutely loved that. Had me in stitches many times. Bravo gents.
3 minutes in and opened a bonnet? I'd call that progress! I'm usually sipping my tea
ethan's a champ. he really did well on this one. better than I ever would. congrats buddy!
What a great episode! It was a special episode. Ethan learned so much. The pains.
amazing effort from Ethan for sure, well done mate!!
i wished this vid existed when i turned wrenches and had customers ask, "why does it cost so much to fix my car? its just a few nuts and bolts you know". props to you ethan.
My best congratulations to you Ethan! A job well done. Especially when you haven’t attempted anything like this before. My suggestion is put the 2JZ in your Honda
I love this channel and all these vid are great. This is one of my favourites! Great work Ethan 🤝🤝🤝
Great episode! Ethan you have come a long way, kudos to you.
A diy camper build would be decent especially with Ethan and the Honda. If the others also got similar cars that have that kind of design but arent really meant for sleeping and do a decent road trip. It would be cool to see especially with Ethans woodworking skills
This was fun, but I was really enjoying the Porsche series. I hope there is more to be done with that? Would be really good to see that car made properly nice!
My God that was entertaining to watch 😂. Fair play Ethan, good work!
I’ve been waiting for another video from you lot this has made me so happy😂
One of the best videos you have done!
Brilliant and a literal laugh a minute. Invite me on to watch the next Ethan Challenge just for the craic! 🤣 Nice one Ethan! Top effort 😎
Amazing work Ethan! Now it’s time to get a new car and wiring harness and refit the engine for the ultimate test!
Thoroughly enjoyed watching Ethan descend into madness.
I am so proud of ethan! He did awesome!
This was a blast to watch. I guarantee if Ethan had to pull another engine he'd do it in half the time.
Great video. Ethan you legend. Now let’s see that engine go in your SMX😁👍
Unreal episode, not many people can say they’ve taken an engine out let alone a 2J! This video was one of the best I’ve seen well done Ethan 👏👏
Yes, another video! Happy new year, lads!
Brilliant vid - really enjoyed that!
Awesome episode boys!! Ethan is more car guy than he wil ever know😎
learning by doing is absolutely the best way to learn. he has gained more knowledge by doing this than any amount of research would have ever gotten him
really enjoyed this style of video. thank you
I feel like a proud dad watching Ethan pulling that engine. Well done.
Was wondering wot happened to all these cars and why the clio and 940 looked abandoned. Gold to see yr not wasting them
Go Ethan Go.. 💪 Really impressive. A 2JZ as first engine out what a man, my first engine out was a simple 1.3. Great challenge, with good lifelines and time limit, and only frindly teasing and jokes. 👍
Mine was a 1.0l micra 😂 im so impressed Ethan managed a 2J
Great job Ethan ! You're now a real car guy !
Real friends dont sell out. 💯 well done guys.
Well done lad! Ethen u did well miss Alex but yiu lot are doing good follow both but remember the fun Alex had with you guys hasn't been lost I've laughed as hard since and yiu have had some of yir best videos without him as he has without you so pleased to see both grow well done vid was amazing!
More than I’ve ever done! Fucking great job Ethan
Kudos Ethan for the perseverance!
super proud of you ethan, despite us all screaming at the screen when you were confused we all knew you were gonna pull it off lad
Well done Ethan! Good show mate!
Well done Ethan!! I’m truly impressed
Well done Ethan I had allot of experience from skilled techs for a few years until I done a engine on my own 👏🏻
Excellent stuff fellas well done ethan💪
Seriously, though, Ethan's attitude is really improving. Skills are easy to improve in contrast.
This was one of the most hilarious episodes so far
what a great idea for a video, subbed! thanks for the great content keep it coming :)
You missed a massive trick with Steve the scrap man, should have offered him the car for free if he takes the engine out!
Instead he cut the cat off and bailed lol 🤣😆
I've missed you guys! Welcome back!
Awesome video! That 2JZ should go into Edwin's E36 no doubt....there's swap kits out there!
Love the new video guys 😊