Bare V8 Block To a Running Engine - Supercharged Alpina B7 - Project Chicago: Part 10

It's all about wrenching in this one! We build yet another engine for the troublesome Alpina B7. We go from a bare block, to putting the engine back in the car and starting it for the first time.
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[@delebru]

"Repetitive content?" In case you didn't know, we would watch you rebuild this engine every day if we could! Amazing work! :D

[@projectv12bmw66]

absolutely!

[@constantincernat8948]

YESSIR!!.... All day every day :) but this one will stick, I gotta good feeling about it!

[@jotighe2]

Do it again! Do it again!

[@sotty1000]

👍😜😀‼️

[@SmellsLikeGASOLINE]

So happy that all that labour paid off!

[@Rs500ybd]

I Would Have Polished the intakes

[@Rs500ybd]

i Cracked up when you punched the 3 back to front. lol

[@obihornchen6508]

@@Rs500ybd Polishing intakes is a thing of the past, actually. What you really want is a kind of rough surface in the intake channels, which gives you the golf ball effect :)

[@Rs500ybd]

@@obihornchen6508 lol

[@mudachuka12345]

@@Rs500ybd makes literally no difference. 90% of improvement is made 1” before the valve seat.

[@michaell1682]

I'm not gonna lie Sreten, I nearly shed a tear when you first ran this new engine, the fact that it started so smoothly and purred is a big testament to your skill! Best of luck on the test drive, greetings from Birmingham UK!

[@Golden_AceDBD]

Me at 3 AM watching a guy building an engine, i dont understanding anything but enjoy it really much!

[@kejefelcz]

Can’t imagine how tiresome this must have been. Doing it all for the second time. But splendid, as always. Big respect and fingers crossed! 🙏👍

[@Eren-da-Jaeger]

When it started at first try, it was all worth it I think.

[@ArmadilloGodzilla]

I can totally relate. Vacuumed the interior of my car last Sunday. Also second time.

[@jimgalbally3757]

Here here!

[@startingtech3900]

sreten never gives up!

[@mr_makko]

third for a luck 😀

[@2matuls]

Sreten: "Careful with the spoiler it is very expensive!" Garage owner: "It's not mine!" - I lost it there. An amazing video as always!

[@ALs_Autos]

Same :D:D

[@niclebowski9214]

savage lmao

[@nomayor1]

-"I m going to run to the dealer for the bolt....". -"Back from the STEALer..."...

[@BLCKKNIGHT92]

He reminds of "It's not your fault, but it's your problem" i swear i was in stiches.

[@sammyb211]

No need for apologies on the length I'm a real fan of your presentations they're a perfect mixture, corny jokes, joy, anger and dogged perseverance.

[@rolly5009]

Love this channel sooo much my fav on KZbin. It has everything, technical, humor, thrills.. Hats off to you sir.

[@gregoryhorvath8920]

I didn’t realize I was holding my breath waiting for the engine to fire up the first time. You’re right. It sounds different, better. Can’t wait for the next episode.

[@danielJDMquiroz1]

This has become my favorite series, who needs Netflix when you have this. Pure Gold Sreten, thank you and greetings from the other side of the world

[@Mykl225]

TRUE !

[@abdallaalali6236]

omg was thinking the same, it so amazing that i can spend an hour glud to the screen

[@michaelcarter1963]

I hear you and I agree 100%!!

[@jorgex1604]

This is so good! must be the reason Netflix is losing so much subscribers!

[@gerjanrubens2698]

@@jorgex1604 lol

[@mrmv6290]

Always great to hear the "coming up" as you know a great video has started. Think you could make a business out of the V8 sprinkler if all else fails. Many thanks, entertaining and enjoyable as ever, good luck for the test drive, can't wait to see the next vid.

[@MGFSorrow]

I love the fact that you are caring for the proper personal safety measures (mask, ear muffs f.e.). True professionalism right here. It is too easy to get sloppy with those things. Did not see that here yet. Respect!

[@JulianValentini]

God… 1 hour 5 minutes and didnt want it to end. Great job as always.

[@thebiggerbyte5991]

When it started up and ran so smoothly I was genuinely delighted! It's a journey, but we're with you.

[@marksantos2276]

You have to LOVE the quote from Robert about "....It's not a space shuttle!"

[@Strike86]

That "WHAT" when it started and ran perfectly first try - I felt that. 😂 It definitely sounds better than last time, but only a test drive will tell if it'll last...

[@DjDestinyChicago]

I appreciate that you wait to upload the whole process instead of bits and pieces in 15-20 min videos. Best KZbin channel 👍👍

[@HextorBane]

No repetitive content on your videos, just great entertainment, info and details. I really admire you and the great passion that you have in restoring these beautiful BMWs. Majestic cars that deserve the love for your job. I really hope that the B7 will give you the satisfaction that you deserve.

[@aeroearth]

Sreten, well done! I do hope you had a schnapps or two that night to celebrate! That engine would have to be one of the most complicated series production automobile engines ever. V8, quad overhead camshafts, fuel injected, VVT and supercharged. To rebuild that with your meticulous attention to detail not only once but twice would be beyond most automobile mechanics. The fact that it fired up so readily and runs quieter than the resleeved engine I most sincerely believe augurs well. Engines have souls and the more carefully you put them together and the more caring you are looking after them, the better they reward you with exemplary performance.

[@tnt1602]

I bet Alpina has you on the hit list now

[@CookRacingUK]

"It's not the space shuttle" - true. It's much more needy than that 😂 Kudos to you Streten for pushing on, good luck on the test drive we've all got everything crossed!

[@gaborkondor3527]

Also, it is getting more expensive than the space shuttle

[@D3nn1s]

Haha i loved that quote vecause thats exactly what i was thinking. Hes putting more efford into that stupid alpina then what goes into f1 engines :D

[@taratajika]

Support this man! Watch his content! Learn! It's the least you can do given how much research and work was made just for entertainment. I don't even own a BMW but I watch because I feel like it's worth it.

[@tyler951]

I can assure you, if you own BMWs and have worked on them that his content is even better. Simply wonderful stuff.

[@philipdavison3862]

BMW cars are not great anymore,the old ones are ok but new ones not so much,,they know the faults in the engine but don't do anything about it.

[@theylive8256]

@@philipdavison3862 it's not just Bmw's. All manufactures are building them like that...

[@diodiogo111]

The way we all stay on the edge of our seats for a complete hour just show how good you are doing this stuff. Keep it up.

[@dentaloffice8894]

That second engine build will be just fine! You simply got "blind sided" on that first go-around. I enjoyed this video so much, I watched it twice. Congratulations

[@eugenealymov2723]

Really hoping the test drive go perfect. Delight to watch, filming quality is impeccable.

[@poplaurentiu4148]

He He He.. fully agree, now this car has just become the most serviced Alpina B7 on the planet.. can't wait for TUV and the test drive.. ;0)

[@carlosoruna7174]

Umm. This alpina is doomed.

[@Kingkoofy]

@@carlosoruna7174 but why?

[@Deliriumsss]

The happy dance when the engine actually started straight away definitely made me smile. Fingers crossed that this one will survive the test drive. 🙌👏

[@rdubb2462]

I legit LOL'd when you tapped the M5039 in the block, classic and I love it.

[@brianpatten]

Much respect for sticking with it! Nobody would blame you at all for killing it with fire and nuking it into space, but damn I'm glad it's sounds great so far!

[@Witticism_TV]

Going back and listening to the old engines first start, and I got to say this engine sounds a lot better!

[@blckfrdy9170]

Yes definitly. The sleeved one sounds like mine N57. Its nailing like a diesel

[@violinmiata]

“When I do this for the third time I can be fairly drunk and still do it correctly” That’s the spirit!!!

[@theylive8256]

This engine sounds 1000 times better than the original Alpina engine! It started so smooth and fast is definitely a good sign! I hope you opened a cold beer after that haha :D

[@BXtremP]

You really gotta be passionate to take apart and rebuilt the engine not once but twice, not only doing it stricly by the code, but also figuring some viable solutions for it to last longer along the way, that's some dedication I rarely find on KZbin channels, and that's why your channel is one of my favorite! Great job, hope this one is the one and you'll be able to mark those 200km without FBI knocking on your door sounds coming from under the hood!

[@onlymt]

The stamping made me burst out laughing, love this series man!!

[@Tanker4769]

I knew instantly that he was going to mess it up...laughed so hard!

[@xXsc3n1cXx]

In the last few months in my spare time I’ve watched every video you’ve made. Project cologne was an extremely interesting build series to watch but project Chicago has been chaos. Much like the city. Super excited to watch this episode. Keep it up!

[@germann289]

Lmao much like it’s city!! 😂

[@camperhonsa8633]

Same, I’ve seen almost every video of his now😄

[@murrieteacher]

I know a lot watching this 2nd rebuild have faced the final minute when you HAVE to push the start button. I have sat for 2 hours as my stomach churned and my hands trembled. It was a race engine with parts that had to be made with a wait time of months. 10 years later that engine is still running and competing in club sport meetings. I hope this time you have the same success. Great video. Congratulations from Australia.

[@adriandukes7690]

Dude you are a mechanical genius, I wish your videos was uploaded weekly

[@michaelduffy8128]

Sreten, after all your issues and heartache the smile on your face says it all. I wish you all the success and 200k of carefree miles in project Chicago. 🤩

[@chuch541]

200k lmao let’s not jinx him now. How about 20k carefree miles?

[@Constabruity]

@@chuch541 how about more than 200 haha.

[@professionalics]

Even being “repetitive content” as you mentioned, enjoyed every bit of it. Can’t wait for the following part!!! Hard work paid off…minus the financial loss and time with the first build. You win some, you lose some…Life goes on…Keep up the good work!!

[@ambianknight6816]

Best hour of car content on KZbin. You are killing it.

[@hankl722]

Way to pick yourself up and finish strong. Projects don’t always go as planned. Glad to see you finished it

[@daneszhuncho]

You are one more N62 engine rebuild away from your Joker transformation You got the sounds already

[@rohankansagara848]

I'm not gonna lie, the startup and the idle sounds way different and smoother compared to the previous time. Well done Sreten!! Keep up the amazing content

[@gerjanrubens2698]

You are very right. Better idle, much better.

[@briang3033]

I absolutely love this channel. I love the attention to detail that you show each car. When the project car is finished I feel like I am stepping back in time as to when the car first rolled out of the showroom. Eating salmon now. Perfect night. Great work!

[@B7stuff]

Sooo incredible to hear that IMMIDIATE start!! Bravo Sretene! Well deserved victory. No need to pollute the river after all! :)

[@simonhaycocks]

M539 restorations is my absolute favorite youtube channel. Everytime a new video is posted it makes my day. Keep up the good work Streten, love everything you do! 🙌🏼

[@marianmarinov2504]

The most tense episode. Glad everything worked out and the block you bought from me fitted and works perfectly. Cannot wait for the test run!

[@HOTRODRICO]

bro when you said you had to disassemble and reassemble those heads to clean them.. I died a little inside... what a MISSION omg I would have wanted to cry lol

[@JMBailey73]

it has been a pure joy to see this twice!! As real in Real Life Shit Happens but we rise above and overcome!! Well Done and you have a fan for Life!!!

[@CellarDoorCS]

What an emotional journey this engine build has been, congrats!

[@ianmock2]

58:23 That look on your face when all of your hard work goes exactly to plan! Great work!

[@mydeevergeldedios41]

Congrats to all your of your hard work in putting together the alpina for a 2nd time. You did everything by the specs and commend you for all your hard and precise work. Keep wrenching and create more wonderfully educational and technical videos.😊😊

[@j3brother]

@M539 I love how thorough you are with everything, making sure that everything is within spec. Yes, you're not building the space shuttle but these things can save a ton of headaches later. Awesome Job!

[@Tom_367]

Your video is like a one hour meditation. I just changed the injectors on my 530i. Nonetheless it was a bit scary to press the starter button. It was very satisfying that the motor not only started but now runs better than ever and also consumes less fuel. So I kind of understand your tension upon starting the Alpina motor.

[@Thanos.m]

It's even more stressful when you have to go to work in said car the next day

[@Tom_367]

@Dirk Jan Swart I bought them last year but struggled with software and cable...

[@damienogorman9110]

It definitely sounds quieter and a lot smoother. Delighted for you, 🤞 for the test drive. Regards from Galway 👍😉🍻💚 💙💛

[@macthemec]

Im confident it will be fine this time, i’ve seen people take 1% attention you do and the engine still worked for many miles, reusing old parts but with all those oil changes i doubt it will matter

[@jotighe2]

What a symbolic triumph. Man, I was waiting for this episode for weeks! So happy to see you get that B7 on the road in spite of, well, everything. Can't wait to see it on the autobahn.

[@SonicStan]

Watching this has seriously been an inspiration. The energy, effort and determination put in this project alone reflects true quality. I'm currently applying for a university in Germany and I tell you man I'll definitely pay a visit if I get accepted. Well done dude, wish you the best of luck.

[@mattholwood]

Your channel is responsible for rekindling my love with BMWs. I just purchased an F80 M3 & your passion and attention to detail is a constant reminder to keep it as pristine as possible. A big thank you, all the way from New Zealand!

[@golsson5713]

I realized to myself that I was holding my breath, when you started the engine, was happy as you, when it "sounded good" well done.

[@marcelonegro]

Eau de Aplina... Smells Better Than Farts... I think you're on to something here. Gotta be honest, I saw when you posted the video and waited to watch it until I had the time to do it in peace... Friday night, kids away, ordered pizza and put this episode on. Watching that POS B7 finally turn on was amazing. Well done! Over the moon!!! And to be honest, if it hadn't worked... I would have told you to leave it at the entrance of Alpina in Buchloe with a big "Shove It" sign spray-painted on the engine. So, you know, really happy it worked!

[@jbrown7403]

Fascinating to see the whole process! Can’t wait for the next episode! I love the backwards 3 when you stamped the block! That should be your new logo! 😉👍🏁🍻

[@jotighe2]

agreed. I would have left the 3. there would be no way to determine if it was deliberate and you just 'don't get it'. Remember when he mounted the 5 upside-down? I am starting to see a pattern...

[@TarasBuria]

Sorry work and chores, it’s video time!

[@grahamhawthorn2320]

Congratulations to the new Father of a beautiful, healthy baby.

[@Alan_Edwards]

Before you even said anything I thought it sounded better when you started it, but thought it might have just been the audio. Well done once again. I got a weird feeling of Deja Vu while I sat here smiling !!

[@colydeane]

That start was soooo exciting! Looking forward to the test drive with great anticipation. You are amazing!

[@albertocalixto2437]

Man, I can't imagine your joy on this victory! After the frustration with the previous engine(s) all the work and money you've spent for nothing, this smells like something you deserve a lot! I just wish you the best luck and I'll be looking forward next video. Fingers crossed!

[@GarageItYourself]

I'm sure every viewer sighed a massive sigh of relief for you upon that first start. And now we shall all be crossing our everything for you that the break in period goes without any hitches. An absolutely colossal project and lets hope you can put a pin in this one and call it done 😊

[@blackbirdmark495]

Hi Streten, i admire you for your enthusiasm, confidence, knowledge & patience for these BMW’s that you pour your heart & sole into. Keep up the great work & can’t wait for the next instalment. 👍

[@FilekGP]

Should've kept the stamp M5ε9 and just rolled with it.

[@us7876]

He now has the engraving for setting up a jewel on it, like the perfect clockwork machine he built 😎

[@octamontauk1310]

This guy is incredible! We love u 2 man ; enjoy your victory -and be confident that u’ve build it like an Aplina engineer or better ✌️ I Salut You

[@MixedMamba]

“Quit wasting time and put that things together. It’s not a space shuttle.” This has to be the the last thing I’d ever tell the most thorough mechanic I’ve ever seen.

[@KingJerbear]

Lol the stamping killed me, been there. Now we leave that stuff to the professionals edit: Damn that baby fired up in half a crank! Congrats Sreten!

[@pr19580]

Could have been 2 hours long, and I'd still watch it to the end! Great work.

[@3214342]

Gotta remember stop by the store on my way home, this requires a quality beer and a blueberry muffin for some top level evening entertainment. 👌👌

[@hishamshahrour5085]

I hope all your professional work will survive the car for ever, you deserve it.

[@mm-xe9oh]

Straten not only skills with mechanics,video presentation, great sense humor but now dance moves too who knew

[@misforyoutube8452]

What a great achievement. Stoked you got the beast back together again! Looking forward for the test drive.

[@MrAG42]

I'm so happy for you! My heart sank when you had problems with the last engine, but this makes me so happy... Can't wait for the next video and see the Alpina wafting down the road! 😁

[@bjc1771]

Loved your engine start little boogie-woogie....then the distinguish professor walk, the jump....no comment. 😂😂😂😂. Well deserved. I hope the need for "Alpina B7 Fumes" cologne will not be necessary.

[@corvuscorax9930]

Watching this back again for inspiration prior to an 😮engine build. It's both reassuring to see someone on this platform own their mistakes (nearly wet myself laughing on the engine stamping dyslexia) and kudos to Sreten for maintaining a sense of humour 😂 Essential I find when working on any vehicle!! Keep up the good work and (spoiler alert) this turned out to be a beast of a motor. Cheers 🍻

[@stevegraham5494]

What an absolutely incredible video. So much attention to detail. An absolute master class in engine rebuild. I wish it was 2 hours!

[@johnschwarz1322]

Been waiting for this for weeks! So glad it is all together again and working well, Totally admire your patience with it. Laughed out loud when you miss stamped the numbers on the block. Hopefully it will be good on the test drive. Great channel Sreten, certainly the best BMW one on YT. So well edited, with humour too. Have a well deserved beer and sausage tonight!

[@Boatlife1964]

Amazing…..your patience and humour know no bounds….

[@pmscalisi]

Everyone should watch videos like this to understand how important regular oil changes are

[@jeffb8685]

So glad you got her going again, we ve been waiting !! Never droughted you, this is what you do and you do it best.

[@nibz7255]

You are an absolute beast of a boss ... love the content sreten!! So happy for you man... i hope the break-in period goes smoothly.. thank you for the content

[@buyankaratren9822]

43:15.... "dort zwei Schrauben....jaaaa". This kind of humour is just fantastic. Great entertainer. Porrrfection😂

[@markcarter9476]

Well done and respect that you have kept your sense of humour throughout.

[@luukspijkerman8939]

Haha, this made my day (the immediate start of the mighty v8). You did it right! Look forward to part 11.

[@jamesrochester4111]

How could you not dance when it started on the first try? Thanks for taking us on this journey with you, including all the difficulties. So happy for you!

[@Adysayya]

So you've become quite a master engine rebuilder at this point huh? Practice makes perfect. :) Seriously, congrats on finally getting b7 up and running, I was anxious all along the way, almost as it was my car.

[@steveone9375]

i think i can safely say we all feel your joy , its been a massif undertaking thats for sure ,, very very well done

[@OhDiacho]

Gotta give you props for the dedication and persistence. This was a great series to watch, big fan of the channel. Cheers from Portugal.

[@funkymunky6891]

Dude - you a monster with this. Again loved this video. Amazing to see this level of detail.

[@alanilyasov]

That immediate start pierced my soul

[@knievil7233]

"It smells better than farts". You are an inspiration - I wish I could give up my day job and do what you do. I love your videos and goofy humor! Keep them coming!

[@richt247]

Awesome work! I honestly don't know how you stay motivated sometimes. Just looking at a BMW engine and I'm feeling defeated lol

[@bucinsk]

Congrats Stretton! My heart was in my throat when you turned it over for the first time. Bravo!!!!

[@radioactive1427]

“Here goes everything” was legendary

[@rsrookie1]

If he is gonna rebuild a wash machine for the third time, I am still gonna spend 1+h watching that episode and this channel :)