BMW E30 M40B16 Engine Restoration - Rebuild Time-Lapse | Part 1

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In this episode, I remove everything from the block of the M40B16 to begin the full, top to bottom, inside out restoration of the 316i touring's engine in coming episodes.
My mic was just broken so might hear some unwanted bass noises in the voice over. (there's very little of it in this episode anyway) If you're listening to this on a speaker system, turn the bass down until the annoying background bass goes away. Sorry for the annoyance!
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00:00 - intro
00:11 - Removing the gearbox
00:31 - Removing the starter motor
01:36 - Removing the clutch
02:14 - Removing the flywheel
03:00 - Removing the black plate
03:17 - Making the engine stand bolts
04:00 - Attaching the engine to the stand
05:20 - Getroman.com/restore
06:16 - A quick look around the engine
06:38 - Removing the exhaust manifold
06:53 - Removing the right engine shock
07:19 - Removing the right engine mount
07:31 - Removing the alternator adjustment bolt
07:43 - Removing the alternator bracket
08:03 - Removing the fan and fan clutch
08:15 - Removing the fan pulley
08:43 - Removing the power steering pump adjustment bolt
09:04 - Removing the power steering pump
09:30 - Removing the alternator
09:51 - Removing the ancillary belts
09:54 - Removing the power steering pulley
10:10 - Removing the crankshaft bolt
10:45 - Removing the vibration damper
10:54 - Removing the alternator mounting bracket
11:15 - Removing the side coolant hose
11:21 - Removing the left engine shock
11:32 - Removing the left engine mount
11:42 - Removing the brake booster hose
11:45 - Removing the main coolant hose
12:14 - Removing the oil filter housing cap
12:27 - Removing the oil filter
12:34 - Removing the rear coolant hose
13:01 - Removing the front coolant hose
13:19 - Removing the intake manifold
13:48 - Removing the rear coolant pipe
14:06 - Removing the distributor cap
14:31 - Removing the distributor arm
14:41 - Removing the thermostat pipe
15:35 - Removing the distributor cover
15:43 - Removing the upper front cover
15:58 - Removing the lower front cover
16:35 - Removing the thermostat
16:49 - Removing the camshaft pulley
19:38 - Removing the timing belt
17:12 - Removing the adjusting pulley
17:20 - Removing the deflection pulley
17:28 - Removing the roller guide
17:38 - Removing the front cover bolts
17:45 - Removing the crankshaft gear wheel
18:58 - Removing the control housing lower
18:04 - Removing the eyelet
18:15 - Removing the left coolant pipe
18:31 - Removing the dipstick and housing
18:47 - Removing the mounting rubber bushing
19:35 - Removing the mounting bracket
19:48 - Removing the oil filter housing & gasket
20:18 - Removing the temp sensors
20:40 - Removing the water pump
21:17 - Removing the rocker cover
21:34 - Removing the secondary valve cover
21:49 - Removing the camshaft oiler
22:03 - Removing the camshaft bearing and shells
22:27 - Removing the camshaft
22:37 - Removing the camshaft rocker arms
22:44 - Removing the cylinder head bolts
23:13 - Removing the spark plugs
23:20 - Removing the cylinder head
23:49 - Removing the cylinder head gasket
24:23 - Removing the lower part of the oil sump
25:04 - Removing the upper part of the oil sump
25:18 - Removing the oil pump pick up pipe
26:07 - Removing the oil sump gasket
26:50 - Removing the crankshaft woodruff key
27:11 - Removing the lower control housing
27:29 - Removing the adjustment pulley axel
27:39 - Removing the front block gasket
28:10 - Removing the crankshaft bearing bolts
28:55 - Removing the crankshaft main seal and housing
29:31 - Removing the crankshaft bearings and shells
29:46 - Removing the crankshaft
30:04 - Removing the surface rust from inside the cylinder walls
30:20 - Removing the pistons
31:07 - Removing the dowels
31:21 - Removing the freeze/expansion plugs
32:46 - Cleaning the block for the first time
34:45 - Removing the block from the engine stand
35:27 - All of the parts laid out
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[@1leggeddog]

The crystals are dried up residues from the coolant mixing with aluminium oxide. When not dried up, its actually a kind of goo clogging up the hoses and thermostat

[@RestoreIt]

Cheers K M, It will still kind of gooey, but awful stuff either way!

[@MrEyad1990]

how do you clean it ?

[@crystaldragon141]

Before reading this I was wondering if the person had been using tap water instead of distilled with the coolant.

[@eduardoyepez7358]

@@crystaldragon141 I was thinking the same thing!

[@fabslyrics]

Sometimes it's also some anti leaking aditive product you can add to your coolant

[@franciscoserrano809]

I remember when u got the car and said, it won't be a "big restoration" 😂😂😂 nice video, good luck my friend!

[@bmw-e30]

Just a gift for people with an M40--Thank you. Great video.

[@dan_mills__791]

"Which I then removed with fire and a hammer" .. the best way

[@RestoreIt]

fire makes everything easier :D

[@themistoklisanastasiadis]

@@RestoreIt actually, that bushing is split, and you can kinda push it out from the middle to both sides, so you can access that bolt underneath. i remember scratching my head like you did trying to figure it out, and when i moved the block around, one half of the bushing just fell out.

[@cyntax_error]

Wait, there is another way?

[@Perception_]

Good to see there's still people fixing stuff instead of just throwing everything directly in the trash. I just feel sorry for people who do not want to learn. It's a choice, plain and simple.

[@aaronpentith130]

Also it's an example why "Distilled water" not tap water should be used with coolant. Best is "waterless" or premix.

[@RestoreIt]

For sure... I was thinking that was part of the problem.

[@jankindl915]

modern antifreeze can be mixed with tap water. But, i use distilled still. i can sleep in peace :)

[@michaelmeyer9665]

Evan's waterless coolant never change no corrosion lifetime warranty

[@michaelmeyer9665]

Their going to boil the block anyway

[@bobandtay7139]

That camshaft is toast

[@tommydrake5682]

14:41​ - Removing the thermostat pipe - that happens when you mix two coolants that don't go with each other. they are lists what coolants you can mix and not.

[@ferdi93ferdi]

True dat - BMW uses blue/green (Glysantin G48), if mixed with red/pink (Glysantin G12), than this happens.

[@Zyets]

I added a new sound to my satisfying sounds list: 1. Breaking of morning ice crust on a puddle 2. Popping bubble wrap. + 3. Squeaky click when you start screwing off an old rusty bolt.

[@dansouth1973]

Your editing and video production remain among the highest on KZbin, restoration videos or otherwise. Thank you, sir.

[@PaulinesPastimes]

Methodical and organised as usual. It looks to have had a hard and neglected life. I can't believe all that stuff in the oil pump inlet. It seems you came along at just the right time 😊👍

[@mrman17]

Those crystals (and similar) are often caused by stuff like dissolved calcium from hard water when you use tap water, etc. It's why a lot of people now use de-ionised/filtered water to mix with antifreeze. If the engine is in constant use it doesn't build up like that.

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks for letting me know mrman!

[@nemergix1707]

fairly sure that it, its a solid, hard yellowy rock that forms on the surface, not a gooey looking crystal.

[@brianmiller6340]

"Which I then removed with fire. And a hammer." Sounds like he and I share the same philosophy when removing stubborn things.

[@McFunnyBone]

Amazing man. Love the journey! BTW, thank you for labeling parts as they show up! Honestly it's such a small thing that goes such a long way. You are the man!

[@callonrebual551]

man, im so excited for part II ! best cliffhangers on yt!

[@RestoreIt]

Haha cheers Callon!

[@anderayson5597]

Really nice. This helps a lot to understand the components of the engine and how to do the tear down. Can’t wait for the 2nd episode to see the fresh and newly cleaned engine being built up again.

[@b_dimon_w6380]

Hello from Belarus🤚 I have e30 with m40 too, but saloon. And is't so interesting and helpfull watch your videos about m40. Keep it up🤘

[@dangerousandy]

This channel just keeps on getting better and better. Love your work!

[@coolissimo69]

How many first there are??? 😂😂😂😂 Oh boy here comes another great video to start a great weekend, love this engine restorations.

[@RestoreIt]

A strong third from you man. Cheers!

[@larissamonroe21092]

You I just find it amusing the gaskets all of them, look so much better than the parts themselves, they weren't eaten away from the inside out nor the outside in with all that corrosion... I chuckled at that...so funny and weird to see science like this every once in a while.

[@larissamonroe21092]

Barring the oil sump pump that one doesnt count....cause that isnt a gasket as much as goo.

[@SteelBlueBody]

It's amazing to see an engine together & then it's in pieces! Great job & I can't wait for the next video!

[@superiorniall]

Must say for the mountain of work you do, one of the few times I’ve seen you snap a bolt. Keep it up m8!

[@OldtoNewRestorations]

That was in a pretty rough state! I'm surprised it ran at all. Definitely in need of a rebuild, I'm looking forward to seeing it come back together.

[@kamilnaumowicz1635]

Great video as always. You've inspired me to start rebuilding the M42 that's been collecting dust in my garage for the past two years.

[@ulyssepoulain4817]

You really need to invest in a good compressed air impact gun, I think it would be easier for you to work

[@RestoreIt]

Very good point. I keep thinking I'm not allowed to make that sort of noise after years of worrying about it. Literally ordering one right now cheers!

[@FluePeak]

@@RestoreIt Wait why wouldnt you be allowed to use a impact gun?

[@ulyssepoulain4817]

@@FluePeak I might be because it is very powerful and it can brake bolts some times, I don't really know.

[@FluePeak]

@@ulyssepoulain4817 Yeah that makes sense

[@ulyssepoulain4817]

@@RestoreIt Really love your content man, looking forward to the next episode !

[@shivasewnath6086]

I was thinking to rebuild e30 m40 engine but I have not so much experience with German engine so thanky bro for every knowledge you give us 💓💓💓✔✔✔👍👍👍👊👊💕💕💕💓💓✔✔👍👍👊👍👍✔✔✔✔

[@mostwanted33986]

You are a professional in both working and editing your videos and definitely deserve a subscription. Keep up the good work mate

[@mrpoki9]

Always impresed by the quality of your videos. I´m hyped for the outcome and the journey to get there.

[@Moto.Disiac]

This is way much satisfying to watch for me , the way you work and technique and most importantly the tear down as it should be , I'm excited for part two , btw you get a new happy sub 😀👍

[@silverwolfmarcus]

Wow this is the first of your videos I have seen but i am very impresses really interesting and educational. Thank you.

[@noob78]

I feel better knowing this engine will get restored.

[@MegaCaskett]

Love your vídeos

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks Marisa!

[@dagobertkrikelin1587]

Great lighting in this episode - the dirt comes alive!

[@michaelskinner896]

Great stuff and loved watching the tear-down! This engine has seen a lot of hard miles. The junk stuck in the oil pump was staggering!

[@Tito4re]

Awsome.

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks Tito4re!

[@Cher007]

@Tito4re Hold up, i used to watch your Videos quite a lot a few years back :) What happened, why did you stop uploading?

[@muhammadalzoubi4593]

@@RestoreIt Is the oil pump internal with the lower control housing?

[@markharris7662]

I could watch you work for hours. Looking forward to the cleaning and paint of this engine.

[@krexar5717]

This is exactly my engine and you just uploaded this recently, i feel blessed

[@tylerr676]

couple things to help, When using a rattle gun, try to use as little extensions and adapters as possible, all those joints absorb the shocks use rattle guns on stuck bolts, generally thell remove them without snapping them and use the breaker bar more, putting loads of load on ratchets isnt a great idea Nice video cant wait for part two!

[@nasirflower1807]

I love your work. You work with sincerity. Your work is very clean, meticulous and tidy

[@Trinitrotoluol37]

Как всегда - красота! Аж глаз радуется!

[@andreikashin]

почему там 5 гнезд на распределителе?

[@Trinitrotoluol37]

@@andreikashin 1 провод приходит от катушки и 4 уходит на цилиндры. Как у всех.

[@RuperScooper]

So therapeutic my restore it armchair spannering sessions great vid can’t wait to see the finished before and after pics - fantastic 👍

[@davebuts1921]

Great video mate, a lot of work, and the best thing is you have a video to play when you can't remember where everything goes back.

[@heejoo99]

Awesome job as always! Looking forward to the next episode!

[@suziemack7269]

I know nothing about cars but love watching your videos ☺️

[@electronic7979]

Excellent restoration video

[@saulcervantes1532]

I recently got myself an e30 with a m40, this inspired me to restore it as well.

[@zarizard]

How I missed this! Lovely episode... Thanks a lot.

[@csttd4815]

If you will manage to save that engine...you will be the next Marvel superhero! But I am watching you for more than 1 year and I know you can do it!

[@blueRC]

I think this series will come in handy when I am restoring my M43B18, they are different but in a few ways similar

[@0Foxhound]

Really looking forward for the next video man.. great work

[@richwatts8824]

Thank you very much for this video. I'll definitely use it and pt 2 for reference when I strip mine this winter, it's running a lot better than yours was at first thankfully! There'll be no excuse for headscratching thanks to how clear and free of bull this was, unlike many maintenance videos. Brilliant

[@A-Tango]

Your videos are inspiring. Fearless! That engine has had a hard life - it's lucky to find you. I'd love to see you restore a BMW 2002 one day.

[@juju106t]

Watching you from your start, pretty cool videos 👍👍👍

[@Pedro5antos_]

AWESOME video mate! Thanks

[@willemp6432]

I think, separating a mother with her child is easier than that moter giving up it`s gearbox...🥵 a Big like from me.Luv your vids.Oh yes....Thanx for not playing stupid music in your vids...

[@enjoythehunt5135]

Love the attention to detail with removal!!!!!

[@pacomosquera8133]

Back to old days. Great

[@NoRogeR]

Great video man, thank you. Well done

[@hiro0500]

great job, that is really awesome work. can't wait for the next one.

[@user-sn2qq9fw6o]

Excellent work! so excieted, thank you!

[@PedroSilva-te5vl]

PERFECT! love every video, this is so interesting! THANK YOU!

[@cemarmutcuvideolari]

Great!!! I'm looking forward to Episode 2

Great content as always from this channel. I enjoyed the content big time, Thank you very much.

[@andrewedwards6548]

Lovely long video. Just what I love to see. 😊👍.

[@bagamax]

Great! Love those mechanics episodes over a bodyworks.

[@moldingpro7208]

Excellent video - thank you! Cheers!

[@daniele3048]

Great work as always 👍🏻👍🏻

[@retroe3076]

Awesome. Just thank you. I drive an E30 318i Cabriolet and maybe in the future I want to restore my m40 by myself. Good video.

[@retroe3076]

After two years, I don't want to restore it by myself 😂 well, maybe. But not now.

[@jamman6]

I am so pumped for this!

[@Pexyz]

So nice to watch! Very very well done! Greetings /Peter

[@flipfinish]

The stuff that came put of the oil pump pickup was crazy. I wonder if thats why the camshaft and main bearings looked pretty scored up? Great work! love the content!

[@Driezeuh]

DEF

[@e34bara]

Its always fun watching these videos until you do it yourself

[@kieranmann9761]

That motor definitely needs rebuilding. Great video

this is gonna be a great serie..

[@cengizbayrakc8820]

Everything old is precious👍🙂🍃

[@Deano084]

Enjoyed this alot!

[@M1LAD81]

Wowow wee wow, been waiting to see your video Steve!

[@RestoreIt]

Hey man! Cheers!

[@BellPego]

Anti-freeze makes some weird crystals sometimes.... And that's some very very old anti-freeze probably some ancient weird formula -.-' If it was oil it old be a watery mud like texture.

[@RestoreIt]

Maybe its just that then. I feel like this engine has never been looked after so it might be the case...

[@ramezgoldman6590]

one man so much work good job respect 👏

[@richardluce775]

As a SMA fan. On inspection of the oil screen. I can safely say. “Well, There’s your problem lady”. Looks like a good core for a start.

[@mceajc]

Superb. I am so envious! My project needs some enthusiasm, and I think I got a little by osmosis here...

[@tareq7922]

Top work man!

[@ottson]

Love your work man. Would love to see you do a 190E

[@benclarke251105]

Awesome video bud 👍 makes me miss the old days, meeting up with mates and working on cars, stripping engines and making everything better.........or in my case sometimes worse. Good job bud 👍

[@Johnathan_Waters]

Yes, the clogged pipe is a result of the residual coolant sitting on one side of the closed thermostat for a very long time.

[@monkeynews729]

Great watch with a cuppa!

[@timondijkstra5825]

Nice video again! Small tip for the next time, the caps which hold the camshaft are line bored together with the head, so it's good practice to keep the caps in the right place.

[@suleymanalkan]

We are waiting for more! 👍

[@jacobdehaas6482]

Dirty beat up vans are a vibe when working on an engine. Love the aesthetic

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks mate, all part of the look

[@KiaShah]

Love your content! Thank you! I actually need to replace the plastic coolant pipe (and O ring) thats attached to the block (at 11:45). Next project for my m42.

[@ThePippin89]

FYI those core plugs (freeze plugs), easiest way to do them is to deform them first. Use a large punch or even a bolt right in the centre and give them a good hard hit with a hammer until you leave a large dent. Deforming them this way will pull the sides in and make them easier to remove.

[@motorhouse5231]

That bushing on the bracket over the oil filter housing comes out in two pieces, through the access hole for the bolt behind you push a flathead screwdriver between the two pieces to separate them then push the rear half of the bushing through the back and front through the front. Can then be reused. No need for fire and hammers lol

[@myamidz6713]

Wellcom in Algeria Thenks for this video's This's a good job

[@amuyrizz]

This video so pure and simple,❤️❤️❤️ Please makes videos about restoring hydraulic lifter or hva🙏🙏🙏

[@aaronpentith130]

As for the camshaft, I'd go for a new one (with a bit more attitude!) The rtv in the pick up tends to find its way all round the engine & camshafts that are lubed by a spray bar tend to suffer. Budget for the top end needing more work than normal.

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks again Aaron! Will do and will do.

[@Driezeuh]

DEF

[@aliensprtcrico]

Excellent work men i like your videos.

[@mateuszem1357]

Good job ! Greetings from Poland :)

[@FonicsSuck]

Watching this reminds me of how lovely Volvo Red blocks are.

[@PieroIvanMontemaggioreschreibe]

Hi Hello from Argentina. Your video is a great example.

[@arnoldnigel662]

Nice job