BMW E30 Heater/Air Con Unit Restoration

[@RestoreIt]

Hey guys, thanks for watching and thanks for all of the advice. I've decided I'm going to change both heat exchangers (the heater core and evaporator) for brand new ones and also buy a new blower motor to go with the new motor clip that's on the way. I could have waited for all of those parts to arrive, but in the current climate, it would have delayed the video for weeks. I'll make a little video for Instagram when all of the new parts arrive. Follow @restoreitytchannel to see that when it happens. Thanks for all the lovely comments! Stay safe everyone.

[@resoir6413]

Нужно было разобраться почему дырка появилась, вероятно подшипнику мотора конец, дырка появится снова.

[@Elmer_RedEagle]

Smart move, while some say if it aint broke don't fix it. These parts usually decide to start leaking after they get put back in. Its worth replacing them ALWAYS!

[@yuhafizayusoff4562]

You too my friend..

[@erdemeligul3812]

I think it's enough just finish this car 😄

[@ARP4D]

What a quality job you just have done! Well done mate!

[@RIS533]

This demonstrates why you are the best restoration channel on you tube, the attention to every detail is formidable, fantastic well done

[@RestoreIt]

Cheers Richards means a lot!

[@martin.kirilov]

The award for the most patient man in the world goes to ...

[@RestoreIt]

I edit the swearing out... Lots of edting trust me :D

[@ibrahimasow5038]

@@RestoreIt That would be fun if you added some of the swearing and blip them. So we could've a taste of the behind the scenes. But I understand it's hard to do when you have sponsors.

[@mogli_in_pants7338]

Need a bloopers vid for sure

[@shantar07]

Lol, Literally ! Salut Brother @restore it

[@Carguy2000-f8p]

@@ibrahimasow5038 I never thought of that. That would actually be pretty cool

[@Miguel_Sanchez69]

Those gaskets are really important to prevent water dripping in through the upper firewall. I got a rusyt footwell because of that... I would replace all of them. Please check for leaks after reinstallation in that area to prevent further leakage! Keep up the good work and stay safe down there in Spain. Best from Germany

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks for the advice Miguel! And thanks for watching!

[@user-bn5lw2zu3z]

o shit did not know that,wonder if e34 has gasket there too,around that blower motor stuff

[@mustangj0hn]

I'm amazed you can still get those foam gaskets.

[@RestoreIt]

Me too. it's why i love the E30 and BMW in general.

[@ulrichf2530]

@Juden Arier never heard of that. thx for the info, will start to put some silicone on them to prevent that

[@Mr.Riffian]

Germans general support their models for decades. The French on the other hand, well let’s say they do the opposite. Sometimes they don’t support models after 7 years (Citroën for example).

[@Uglier.]

40 minutes!? BLESSED

[@RestoreIt]

Took me a lot longer than that :D

[@gooutside8604]

YOOOOOOOOOOO 40 MINUTES AND IT'S NOT EVEN MY BIRTHDAY

[@RestoreIt]

Happy birthday for when it is! This is your gift from me.

[@Adam-cx2xh]

Happy birthday bro

[@nepro4752]

But it's mine xd

[@zakshah3480]

This channel redefines what it means to be willing to truly restore something. Nowadays, we're really quick to getting rid of things cuz of small issues like this that we deem impossible to fix, but in reality, it's totally possible with patience and dedication. I salute you brother!

[@Chris_8270]

KZbin at 2 am : Wanna watch a guy restore a heater? Me: You know me so well!

[@RestoreIt]

Haha!

[@Rosten]

I have done a similiar project to a mk2 golf's heaterbox. Dismantled everything, cleaned it, replaced all the gaskets and foam insulators. Replaced the heatermatrix, cleaned and restored the faceplate, replaced the bulbs, blower motor etc. It was worth the effort 100%. I kind of wish i had an older car again, so i could do all these projects that made me happy back in the day.

[@RestoreIt]

Get another old car Rosten! You wont regret it... much... I have new parts on the way now. I just wanted to get this video out asap :D

[@adamelliott7021]

When the label ripped at the end 😂 hope you’re well mate, enjoying videos I never thought I would!

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks Adam, I know an Adam Elliott IRL. Do you know me IRL? haha

[@adamelliott7021]

Restore It haha that’s me! Saw DJ at a wedding last year and he mentioned the channel so checked it out and been watching since!

[@franceleeparis37]

You should be given an award simply fir being able to find the replacement parts... I have no joy with the most basic parts... but you are an artist extraordinaire and the E30 is just your canvas... wish you my best friend..

[@lukesky1415]

Hey, I'm not a mechanic or anything, but I'd like to point out: when sealing 2 components together, always insert all the fasteners and brackets where they're supposed to go. I.E: the screws on a cylinder head. You place and screw them on all first before beginning to tighten them (as opposed to placing 1 screw and tightening it, then placing another and so on). You could do so with brackets and rivets: place all brackets with rivets before securing them down completely.

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks for the advice Luke, great point.

[@andy_liga]

Yes and no. On plastic the effect is almost minimal really, in this case is more of a good habit. Talking about motor that's very true, but you won't do it to secure the seal, you tighten then torque to avoid bending the cylinder head into a banana

[@Giancarlo-ol2mu]

The professor has arrived who has to explain to a professional how to restore a component of this car !! Bravo, you did a good job. I have the same car and I will have to do the exact same job, I hope it will succeed.

[@Bruceanddenise]

Wow, thanks for the heads up on this debacle. I can’t wait to put this project off for at least 10 more years! I think I’ve found someone whose OCD is a match for mine. To say that I’m impressed by your attention to detail and level of commitment to the cause, would be an gross understatement. Your work is a great resource to the E30 knowledge base. Bravo Sir, Bravo!

[@vmoutsop]

What an intricate and fiddly process just to take it apart. You have some serious patience. Amazing

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks Vmoutsop!!

[@garymucher9590]

I did this exact same thing to a 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee.I totally removed the entire dash and everything connected to the metal firewall. And for the deteriorated foam parts and doors, I used sun-visor replacement materials and 3M 77 spray glues. Every part removed, cleaned and tested. I even replaced the heater/AC units in the plenum as well. Great to have a perfectly great working system again. Thumbs Up!

[@capta1nher0]

I couldn't even take that thing apart let alone put it all back together!

[@RestoreIt]

It was a bit of a long job :D

[@t4rif4ri]

@@RestoreIt how you actually do it? Just keeping in mind where everything goes or watch your steps backwards?

[@SAMann729]

Prob lots and lots of photos

[@JrIza_914]

your patience, attention to detail and striving for perfection is unmatched. Your videos are very satisfying to watch. Thank you

[@kobus691]

You are amazing man! A really good job. I would not in a million years be able to put that thing together again after taking it apart like you did. I feel proud for your sake. Keep it up!

[@RestoreIt]

Thank you Kobus! Very kind of you.

[@jenstornqvist4567]

I normally don't like resto videos with music or voiceovers, I kinda watch restovideos to relax and go to sleep to. I've watched you for a while and you only get better and better. It doesn't help that I'm a BMW lover by heart and these e30 videos has been a true blessing to watch. Your voice is great to listen to, and I learn a lot from you explaining things. I love the way you challenge yourself with doing stuff you've never done before. Keep up the great content, hope to see the e30 drive soon ;)

[@RestoreIt]

Thankn you Jens, what a lovely comment. It's much appreciated thank you :)

[@technopro-kz4xv]

Dude, you are having so much fun during the lockdown here in Spain!!! 😃 Lucky you!!! I wish to have the same workshop with all my tools and have the same fun doing things to my car!!! 👍

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks man. It's kind of fun, but stressfull waiting for parts and materials so I can make videos! I am very lucky though. After this particular 'lcokdown' is over, get everything ready for the next one! :D

[@michaelskinner896]

The 40 plus minutes was a blessing. Thanks for this update! Incredible work with so many fiddly pieces; you'd just never know it unless taken apart!

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks Michael! You're not wrong there!

[@rickmarshall9721]

doing the same with e34's siemens heater, so, literally, i know this feel, bruh xD A little advice: try to heat plastic a bit, using heat gun for that. Doing this before disassembling keeps you safe from cracking plastic. Cheers from Russia, keep it up m8 ;)

[@RestoreIt]

Cheers Rick! Great advice thanks man.

[@Davewagon]

Watching you straighten the fins on the radiator/heat exchanger was particularly satisfying...

[@Eeeeste]

Missing one "the story of my life" with the sticker XD. Nicely done man, nice work with the plastic thing!

[@RestoreIt]

Haha thanks man

[@dudechill]

Now that’s a restoration, 40 minutes long therapy session, we’re so blessed. Watching it during lockdown.

[@xtina818]

I love that everything is mechanical and not computer based. You can actually fix stuff

[@RestoreIt]

I know right... This is why I love the E30. It's accessible by matures like me :D

[@andrewwinch474]

Xt even the computer based stuff works the same way, it’s generally just moved by actuators instead of cables.

[@berylgreen1973]

The fan and heater in my BMW E30 stopped working about a year ago. They quoted me $1,000 to repair it, and now I can see why. You did an amazing job! I would never be able to get all those parts back together correctly.

[@DavidPlass]

14:45 I expected the angels to sing when the two parts were finally separated!

[@RestoreIt]

Haha it felt like that kind of moment!

[@EricRidesDirt]

I love how you did not need to do most of the work you did, but you did it anyway. It must feel good knowing it is the best it can be and is probably better than when it was factory new.

[@JaffaCakes0]

How to put it back together??😂😂 im really impressed, i think i would never be able to make it one piece again. Keep it going man, good job

[@RestoreIt]

Thank you dude :D

[@krzysztoflewandowski5054]

I just love the way you fixed plastic parts with 3D pen, brilliant idea.

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks dude! :D

[@Ghost20V]

Wow the level & detail you go into is amazing especially for something hidden brilliant restoration for something so intricate well done great content 👍

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks Ghost, much appreciated!

[@jakubduda4607]

I honestly love this series, no annoying music, good video quality, restoring to like new and a like from me.

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks Jakeb! Glad you're enjoying it, lots more to come as soon as I can :)

[@karroome]

27:58 who on earth worries about the dullness of some plastic peice inside the AC unit which itself is buried under the dash. You are....👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@RestoreIt]

Haha! It really bothered me... Thanks man.

[@markharris7662]

I really love your attention to detail. How can anyone make a heater box revamp interesting. You nailed it.

[@dirtyyoda7773]

More video man from e30, its my dream

[@RestoreIt]

I need more hands and time! :D

[@suziemack7269]

I know nothing about cars but could watch your videos all day. Thanks. ❤️

[@ctassilich9416]

Привет из Беларуси Всегда приятно и интересно смотреть)

[@RestoreIt]

Спасибо: D

[@gaffyh1745]

3D pen was ingenious! So complicated, can't believe you even put it back together, let alone have just a few missing pieces

[@lepeejon2955]

16:35 Kitty: Not food? Never mind.

[@RestoreIt]

Exactly that! haha

[@seanrodden6151]

A sane man would've said stuffIt on such a complex assy and just shelled out for a replacement but a man in love with his car is seldom sane! Outstanding work mate!

[@RestoreIt]

Thank you Sean. Much appreciated!

[@gavinendsley]

another e30 restoration video! yay!!!!

[@RestoreIt]

Enjoy!

[@chasiu75]

Seeing all the disassembled parts perfectly layed out on the table was oddly satisfying.

[@abdulrosid8326]

Something i had no experience before start it " a brilliant words,i thought..

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks Abdul! I really didn't know what I was getting into.

[@Tango_Alpha_Charlie]

This is delightfully helpful. I've just started a project like this tonight, just for the dismantling since I plan to sell the parts & pieces, and I got overwhelmed and went home at some point. Your video gives me new hope & energy. Thank you, and hello from Nevada, USA.

[@abdulrahman-yc3jc]

Yes finally I can watch the video I thought u will post the video on morning but I love your videos man keep it up

[@RestoreIt]

Sorry abdul, the internet here is at an all time low. It's killing meeee!

[@manstersr]

Those round clips are called push nuts and can be had at any hardware store. Nice restoration, I like how you pay attention to the finish and make things look like new as well as work like new.

[@JD-ml7cg]

I was hoping to see the removal when he announced it. bummer

[@RestoreIt]

Sorry dude, it's quite easy. Just take every thing off the car first and simply pull it out.... :D

[@RestoreIt]

No it can be done quite easily really. You will need to take the dash off.

[@echangwang1821]

I love your narration you do in the video now and again. It makes it much more engaging.

[@aframe.keramoslav]

Дождался 😎👍👍👍 Лайк не глядя, жду продолжения 👍👍👍🏆🏆🏆✅✅✅

[@RestoreIt]

Thank you!

[@Олегтоп-ф6в]

О я не один кто смотрит его из России😁👍

[@johndehoog5567]

627 comments when I entered mine. It's all been said. Unfrigginbelievable!! That you got the thing apart with breaking any of the vintage plastic was amazing. When you say restoration you mean TOTAL restoration of EVERY component! When you were finished it looked like NOS. Best regards from Canada

[@messyFTW]

39:00 oh man I laughed so hard haha. Amazing job! Respect for patience and dedication!

[@RestoreIt]

The glue made it soggy haha. SO annoying. Thanks man.

[@pedrodscom]

I almost cry seeing this, that unit was a nightmare! what a hard work and commitment to make it until the end! congrats!

[@JimGriffOne]

01:47 - Wow, that random diode! Definitely not a certified or even experienced person lol. 10:29 - Air conditioning evaporator. _(sorry for the correction lol)._

[@RestoreIt]

I know right! and thanks for the correction, my oversight!

[@gomkraken7]

You are the best restoring things! No matter if you forgot something you don’t have any idea of how much I appreciate your work more in those days... You know how to spend your time during the weeks inside home and make our lives better I really enjoyed that long video.

[@doomshop1514]

Все ближе и ближе к салону, хотел бы посмотреть как ты его восстановишь

[@RestoreIt]

Мы доберемся туда: D Спасибо, чувак.

[@1leggeddog]

holy crap you are super human to remember how all of this goes back together kudos!

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks Karine, but the video helps :D

[@user-kp9xq8ql9s]

I love seeing someone taking the time to restore parts like this, awesome job! I need to do the same to one of my vehicles, where did you get those foam sheets from? I've tried using stuff from hardware stores, but it doesn't quite do the trick.

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks Cody! And here - www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Foam-Sheet-Sponge-Rubber-Grey-Extra-Sticky-Self-Adhesive-Plain-Gaskets-Seals/261530567751?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&var=563614506322&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649

[@user-kp9xq8ql9s]

@@RestoreIt awesome, thank you!

[@dagobertkrikelin1587]

I am flabbergasted by your attention to detail - fantastic workmanship!

[@RestoreIt]

Thank you Dagobert! Much appreciated!

[@Дмитрий-э8ч]

Круто! Машину для выставки реставрируешь? )

[@RestoreIt]

Нет только для меня :)

[@davidkenyon5845]

Unbelievable attention to detail and patience. Thanks for your videos and efforts!

[@luizferrari7321]

LOL at 39:00

[@RestoreIt]

Haha I did laugh.. The glue made it all soggy and I tried to pull it tight and boom. Waste of time! :D

[@davpkav1]

Another excellent video....I was watching with keen interest as I have to replace those two big gaskets. I discovered the reason my car makes an almighty squealing noise above a certain speed (can't say the actual speed....if you catch my drift....).....is that those two gaskets have dried out, so the air whistles through the gaps left my them shrinking. Very helpful indeed.....Thank you so much.

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks davpkav, glad you found it usefull :D

[@KillerHekuT]

Когда будет готова машина? :)

[@RestoreIt]

Я скажу 5 лет, чтобы не рисковать;)

[@KillerHekuT]

@@RestoreIt Хорошо) удачи тебе в этом деле! Я верю в тебя)

[@x56080]

Beautifully restored and documented. This is why I watch your videos. Especially with the 3D pen work.

[@semaex]

The finished product looks like a Porsche Engine.... just saying

[@RestoreIt]

Haha!

[@bmw-e30]

Unreal detailed video on a very reliable piece of engineering which I never had trouble with.

[@ПавелЗуев-й1д]

Бля красавчик просто!

[@RestoreIt]

Thank you Павел!

[@Constan19]

Love the level of detail! Very very satisfying to watch with great tips on how to restore anything along the way, thanks a lot!

[@edgarassteponavicius5620]

For removing any adhesive you should use 3M Cleaner Spray (Citrus). It's a bit costly per can, but a can will last you forever and it just dissolves pretty much any adhesive making it really easy to remove.

[@valterounapuu7873]

Excellent work, i´ve been watching your whole E30 restoration process along, it really inspires, the way you do it so well and it´s somewhat satisfactionary to see things given a new look and new life. Wish you best of luck with this project !

[@vitaliy_andreevich1012]

the moment of restoring radiator was awesome! i’ll do it on my car, thanks!

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks! I thought some people would think that was over the top :D

[@MrEyad1990]

im a mechanic and believe me , that cable hatches are GOLD , then never go bad , not like all new cars have vacuumed or electric motor hatches witch they always break and mix cold air with hot and from outside an its a pain to fix . OLD cars are GOLD

[@KY.0009]

I love the cable systems for the vents on older cars. No blend door actuators that will inevitably break

[@vladislavgeorgiev7691]

Bought my 1990 E30 a month ago. This has become my new favorite channel on youtube :D

[@conwaystedham444]

39 minutes and 5 seconds in my mouth literally dropped as it tore! You are a legend. Feeding my OCD.

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks Conway! Damn that sticker.

[@guzziwheeler]

Here you can see why nobody will be able to restore nowadays cars in 40 years. Remarkable job. You´ve got balls!!

[@jasondecarlo]

The attention to detail in your videos is insane! Keep up the good work!

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks Jason!

[@ozzyfreeman2619]

Nothing to add. Absolutely fenominal gob mate. Thank you for your efforts.

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks as always Ozzy!

[@johnbonham7515]

Wow, that calls for patience! Regarding the blower motor, check the brush holder, it's made of nylon and sometimes it overheats and deforms, also, the brushes make contact with the collector at an angle instead of perpendicularly, so any deviation makes the motor intermittently not to start (or not to start at all). Nice vids. Good luck.

[@Qwerty1235945]

Stunning work. I swore for you when the yellow sticker split.

[@RestoreIt]

Haha i was also swearing in my mind! :D

[@andrethib]

watching this disassembly, I am reminded of the advice I received from a fellow member of my Peugeot youngtimers group: "As you handle the brittle plastic parts, keep repeating to yourself, 'I am a surgeon, I am a surgeon.'"

[@hjvisagie]

You are awesome, the patience and attention to detail are amazing.

[@RestoreIt]

Thank you HJ!

[@cfrag6607]

You sir, are exceptional! Unquestionably I do not have the patience but I truly wish I could find someone in the states that would attempt some of these restorations with your attention to detail and patience (probably said person isn’t even in existence). I have an ‘85 325e that has been in my family since ‘88 (2nd owner, 90k miles manual trans) and I drive it from time to time but needs a good amount of stuff. This being step one, the A/C and heat, planning on restoring the rest as well with all original and factory parts to bring it back to its former glory but in the states it’s next to impossible to find parts.

[@alanlane3869]

Thanks, again. Motivates me to get work down around the house during this quarantine. Be well!

[@RestoreIt]

Cheers Alan!

[@jah2mon]

Thanks for tackling this project. Very impressive results. I've wanted to restore mine in my s13 240sx and it has similar worn parts.

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks Jonathan!

[@ClassicBMWFanInQuebec]

So satisfying to watch, better than anything on TV. Good job!!

[@AidanTemplin]

Mannnnn I'm extremely impressed with this one. As a fellow restoration geek I'll restore practically anything I can get my hands on but, this is one of those things were I'd be WAY too uncomfortable tackling. It looked so painfully confusing through this video during the disassembly, but surprisingly it looked much simpler during the reassembly process. Good job brotha, been watching you since the very first upload and you never fail to satisfy!! Never stop doing this please 😂

[@MichailDoc]

.this is why we are here. One of your best videos. I hope you are safe there. Cheers from Athens. Mike

[@jarchambault69]

I just logged on to recommend that you change out the heat ex-changers and the blower motor only to see that you have already made that decision. I am sure you will not regret that, it will be money well spent. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.

[@flappyandrew]

Im currently rebuilding a 1990 325is and ur videos have been such a help thank u

[@RestoreIt]

Glad to hear it Andrew. Thanks for watching.

[@jimmymorrison3973]

An absolute legend you are for tackling this. Such meticulous tediousness. 👍

[@keithmattioli115]

Fantastic work. This makes me want to restore mine, but I have nothing close to your level of patience.

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks Keith!

[@johnnyf55]

Bro...putting all those pieces back together again requires some serious skills and patience. I laughed when the sticker got broken. I'm also glad your boss made a tiny appear in this episode 😄

[@gutsy.trails.adventure]

Massive undertaking mate, well done. Think it would have made me break down in tears...

[@RestoreIt]

Haha thanks GTA. It wasn't too bad :)

[@omega17168]

So much respect!! And amazed that bmw still making oem gaskets for that assembly

[@leechamberlain1273]

Not only working really hard doing the restoration , but also the work gone into listing it on You tube . You will go far my son . lol Tak care and stay safe.

[@natanlevel3957]

Hello restor it, ...........the name of the material at 9:57 is no drip tape and it prevents condensation. The stuff is important. It is made in the USA. When a new BMW evaporator is purchased, the material is not yet applied. We only glued this on at the end of the assembly. The expansion valve must also be fully enclosed. Otherwise you get wet feet. Greetings from Germany, your repair job is 100% successful.

[@Stuntman707]

Great work on the HVAC. I think the 3D pen is a great idea for making and restoring ABS parts. As usual, your attention to detail really makes the difference. I suggest when you get around to the instrument cluster, inspecting and reflowing the solder joints. Especially around the Canbus connector. Vibrations over the years can cause hairline cracks in the joints that can make the electronics behave erratically.