Car Fix Season 11 Episode 16 GTO Wiring Gremlins

The latest episode of Car Fix season 11, titled "GTO Wiring Gremlins," takes viewers on a thrilling ride as the hosts Jared Zimmerman and Lou Santiago get their hands dirty yet again to fix a classic muscle car, the 1973 Pontiac GTO.

The episode begins with Santiago taking the GTO for a spin around the block to diagnose its electrical problems. As expected, the car shuts down mid-drive, leaving Santiago stranded on the side of the road. The pair then towed the car back to the garage to get started on the repairs.

Zimmerman and Santiago begin by examining the wiring under the hood and quickly find some faulty connections. They replace a few corroded connectors and wires, but the car still isn't running. Next, they move to the interior of the car to check on the wiring there and find a mess of wires that have been tampered with over the years.

The hosts spend some time tracing the wiring back to the car's fuse box, where they discover a few blown fuses. After replacing the fuses, the engine fires up, but the car is still not running smoothly. Santiago notices a fuel leak and checks the fuel lines for any damage or blockages. Sure enough, he finds a crack in one of the lines and quickly replaces it.

Next, the duo addresses a separate issue with the GTO's transmission. The car is shifting roughly, so they decide to drop the transmission pan to inspect the gears and filters. They find a few damaged gears and dirty filters, which they replace.

With the electrical and transmission issues taken care of, Zimmerman and Santiago take the car out for another spin, but the car still isn't running well. They check the spark plugs and wires, and after finding them in good condition, they realize they may be dealing with a fuel delivery issue.

The duo inspects the car's carburetor and finds the float level too high, which causes the engine to flood. They adjust the float level and start the car. The engine sounds much better, but they notice the car isn't accelerating as it should. They suspect a problem with the car's rear end and take it apart to inspect the differential, gears, and bearings. After finding and fixing the problem, they finally take the GTO out for the ultimate test drive, which goes smoothly and ends with Santiago exclaiming, "This is what driving a muscle car is all about!"

Throughout the episode, Zimmerman and Santiago provide valuable insights into troubleshooting and fixing electrical and mechanical issues. The show is engaging and informative, even for those with little to no experience in car repair. The duo's easy banter and chemistry keep the show entertaining, making Car Fix season 11 episode 16 a must-watch for anyone interested in classic car restoration.