Building a BMW S65 V8 From Scratch - BMW E92 M3 - Project Frankfurt: PT6

From a bare block to a fully assembled engine -- that's the theme of this video as we build the glorious N/A S65B40 V8 engine for the E9x M3. Step-by-step engine assembly with detailed information, procedures, and torque specifications. Satisfaction guaranteed!
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[@M539Restorations]

Watch the engine start for the first time here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/jpq8YXh8jNyLo7s

[@saganworshipper6062]

Tsk tsk tsk you didn't start threading the coolant drain plug by hand. Now I will have nightmares! Haha kidding. Awesome build. Halfway through the video just paused to tease you lol.

[@Michelangelo84]

I think you don't realize what the word scratch means

[@M539Restorations]

@@saganworshipper6062 I did :) thank you!

[@M539Restorations]

@@Michelangelo84 I do, perhaps you are confusing building with making.

[@akillgamer6767]

Hey bro i am a macanic.and your eingin replacement is bery impressed 🫡i am fan. I wish i can work with u 🫡

[@hadvin]

Perhaps the event I've looked forward to the most in 2023.

[@spud8385]

I can't wait to hear this start up.

[@awkralken]

I think I've been waiting for this for so long... noice!

[@rellyred4162]

THANK BABY JESUS

[@OneIslamVideos]

Same!! Every upload i hoped it was about this engine and finally its here!

[@peterneumann1677]

Didn't disappoint, did he.

[@asomind]

This has got to be the best engine build video on KZbin. No bullshit, straight to the point. Clarity, humour, great shots. No music, no blah blah, nothing but engine. Proper yet concise explanations. And all the torque figures ! Great work ! A'd thank you

[@DoubleDeckerAnton]

This video is such a masterpiece...!!!

[@Traitorman.14.3]

0:57 No music? How odd.

[@asomind]

​@@Traitorman.14.3you must have a lot of friends. You seem fun !

[@Traitorman.14.3]

@@asomind Yep. I have to fight them off at the garden gate. 😎

[@coreybrown6852]

I am neither an engineer, mechanic, nor BMW fan, but I would watch this over anything Hollywood now produces. This is great stuff

[@magicworkz]

❤❤❤

[@Cashias_clay]

I mean it’s a got a great script, what more do we need?

[@stefevr]

joke's on you Hollywood produced this

[@ThePerpetualStudent]

Dune 1 and 2 were amazing : )

[@ello8437]

i am proudly one of the two women that watched this video, you did such a good job filming everything and being so precise I thoroughly enjoyed this video!

[@smipy]

Out of 3

[@evahxh]

ive completed the triad by being the third!

[@malokeytheallaround]

Ahh! I have become the secret fourth!!! 😱

[@jortsmcpunch2580]

and i, the fabled fifth....

[@pinklemonade6597]

Hidden 6th member just dropped🙋🏾‍♀️

[@ryder2shae]

I am a bmw tech and this is gonnabe my instruction video whenever I need to rebuild an S65. Thank you for this masterpiece video. 🙏

[@emre.gry01]

When I build a S65 in future, this will also be my instruction video 😁

[@Jerrypkmonkey]

how much does a bmw engine tech make? asking because im falling in love with cars and how they work and might switch to the field

[@ryder2shae]

@@Jerrypkmonkey I am a bmw dealer tech. We do everything except full engine rebuild. I am in the east coast of Canada and the pay is not great compared to other trades. It's the least payed trade out there..I went into this field because I love Cars but this trade is killing the passion, after almost doing it for 10 years. If you love cars, don't make this as your profession. Just my 2 cents.

[@KingJerbear]

@@Jerrypkmonkey Modern tech is a rough job, you need to spend a ton of money on tools, and for a dealer most stuff is billed at a set time. So you're only making money if you're cranking through lots of jobs faster than the "recommended" time. The typical old school "diagnosis" has been replaced by learning how to read and operate scan tools and using a computer. In my opinion the trade is being killed by the manufacturers making more and more expensive cars, the cost for parts and getting your car serviced is going through the roof... but the technician pay is staying the same. In this (and all of Sreten's) video you can see what many technicians dream of, doing jobs the "right" way, with quality parts and taking time to ensure perfection. But in a flat rate world, working like this means barely staying afloat, and that's if the customer is even convinced they actually want to spend the money to have it done right. I deeply respect all the guys keeping our vehicles safe and on the road in this day and age

[@hawkboy000]

@@ryder2shaeyou ever considered truck technician? I started right out of high school. Got my 310t 3 years later. Licensed techs are making $40 starting. I haven’t worked in a shop in a while but my homies have PLENTY of side work.

[@jakepi2607]

I am not a mechanic or car "guy", but ANYONE can appreciate the level of expertise displayed in the video. Well done, sir!

[@MichaelBrown-pg5dy]

There should be a KZbin hall of fame for videos like this

[@mindcraft1987]

It is 3:25am, i have 0 car knowledge. I don't even have a license. but this video does in fact grind my gears the good way. thank you

[@psilver063]

Found the serial killer!!!!

[@craigvirgin8461]

Game over! There is no need for anyone else to make an S65 rebuild video ever again. This is the reference video. Even better than your own usual high standards and probably your best video to date Streten. Phenomenal!

[@Smarterthanyou-mthrfkr]

Typical germans!😂

[@MrSataMan]

A reference video without any detailed measurements of the crank or mains? Seriously this is peak KZbin mechanics. This engine failed because of a broken crank if I remember correctly.

[@Blox282]

@@MrSataMan The one he’s building is from a donor M3 with 100k miles on it. Some parts from the original engine did make it back in. He’s already checked piston, crank, and cylinder bore dimensions. The block was honed in a previous episode.

[@frikkied2638]

@@MrSataManlol you know you don’t have to watch it right? 😂

[@glennrussell3252]

You've got to admire the time and care he took to perfectly lay-out and arrange every part of that engine on that blanket. Amazing!

[@42earthling]

An obvious 10 including the explanation while assembling the engine block! Though i do wonder with that stupid brain of me, how the video would be if it was a large Ikea wardrobe which needed to be assembled. :)

[@MrMerzinho]

This would lighten the process of reassemblying the engine for me

[@ruminmusic]

man I was thinking the same. Apart from his top notch mechanical work, his time taking arrangement of parts in a mesmerizing symmetry is WOW!

[@TheOnlyDestroDragon]

Was thinking that same thing. Haha

[@kalidcabrera]

Please don’t ever stop making videos like this one. This video is like therapy.

[@hollandwawasan1221]

I'm a woman. New subscriber and BMW fanatic. Have driven so many brands but driving a BMW even just an E46 318i (2001) is The Ultimate Dream machine 🎉

[@topmar_motorworks]

Working on these heads was pure pleasure for us:) They will work like crazy! 👌💪 Greetings from Poland to all Petrolheads!

[@BMW_G81_M3]

Fantastic job on those heads!

[@sawyerT92]

you guys are awesome in the us it’s rare to find people to do head work, the fun in these motors come from the heads!

[@MikeFoto_na_Moto]

So proud we have such a top workshops like topmar in Poland. Absolute top

[@CarPlebs]

Do you do also m96/m97?

[@adchuvghj2159]

@@CarPlebs they can handle every head. I saw how they saved damaged, poorly machined heads from a Ferrari V12. shocking!

[@lewisngunyi]

The internet is truly a magical creation. Exactly 30 years ago, there was absolutely no way I'd run into this kind of knowledge outside of a very elite circle of mechanical engineering professionals. Impressive work on the video as well!

[@Angelo80907]

Exactly this is good!

[@thrace336]

@@Angelo80907 Exactly. Unironically all the most valuables skills I have I learned are from random goodhearted people on the internet who decided to share their knowledge with people like us.

[@wiLdchiLd2k]

You could buy the repair instructions from bmw 30 years ago... you mean it was not possible to scratch you smelly eggs while you think that you are "learning/gaining knowledge" by just watching a video on a shiddy internet-plattform. You still know nothing about this engine or how to rebuild it.

[@Benjamin_RX8_R3]

@@wiLdchiLd2k One of the biggest lies ever told was that Knowledge amounts to the level of someone's intellect. Knowledge/Learning especially in it's practical application are simple, just like following instructions. Innovation is real gauge of intellect, but that doesn't mean Knowledge is any less important. It doesn't matter how you gain the knowledge. How is this different to reading an instruction manual, if anything is it not better? How do you think this guy learnt how to rebuild an engine like this...?

[@houstonswisha143]

Thank god for Al Gore and the US government

[@Naren50]

As a rookie enthusiast, I finished this video at 4:18 AM, Not a single regret

[@JagwarX]

Just found this channel and I’ve been craving some automotive ASMR. I was never a BMW guy but I have to admit how well engineered this motor is.

[@G1rootuser]

the torque clicks!!!

[@M1r092]

Once again, the only bad thing about this video is that I will not have the time to watch it in peace until tomorrow. I already know that the brother man Sreten has done it justice!

[@cluelessmechanic]

I hope you enjoy it today!

[@M1r092]

I was finally able to watch it... And in one go! I was right, the brother man did it justice! It was fun to watch, but I think not as fun as it was for Sreten to build it. Now it's time to see what happens when he starts it up. Best BMW content on KZbin since 2018! (that's when I found out about him). Salut! Also, I wasn't expecting so many upvotes on my commeny, Thanks, you guys!

[@clonetrooper576]

Sreten's attention to detail, no shortcuts, and absolute devotion to this WITHOUT ANY TECHNICAL SCHOOL OR "CERTIFICATIONS" is very commendable. I'm glad we have such high class, and thorough BMW content. I've seen countless influencers on this platform take their E90 M3 into a shop where they take a surprised face thumbnail saying "ROD BEARINGS BAD?? 😲" and then cut away to promoting some silly mobile game and we never get to ACTUALLY SEE THE ENGINE BEING FIXED. This is why I watch M539

[@luckgrip252]

Oh yeah, I love that part about M539, others are kind of a clout chasers (not really, but I can't find a fitting name on the top of my head)

[@chaonghabibdiev]

this man's content is miles above any other, there's no contest

[@surfdude7575]

Amen to that!

[@Felipegabriel_s]

I’m a mechanical engineer and to be honest I never had this experience. Just became a dream to me. Thanks for sharing. Super!

[@bengetty8921]

These videos are petrol head therapy to the max. Unreal talent and such a magician to watch at work. The best channel on KZbin.

[@gauravnarsinghani]

Can we just take a moment to appreciate the dedication Sreten puts into giving us this amazing content. Just spreading those parts out meticulously and symmetrically must have taken AGES! Thank you Sreten! You are a living legend. 🙏🏽

[@matmul4850]

Absolutely 👏👏👏

[@fldigger]

Just incredible - love the precision!

[@NarcFreedom]

The man is a machine.

[@kenmohler4081]

I think arranging those parts looks like great fun!

[@Maddin552]

Man that reassembling of the S65 is absolutely amazing ! I work in the engine team at Mercedes and it's a lot of fun. The job also requires a lot of attention, with certain combustion engines and a lot of accuracy. So all of the details you are showing with us is absolutly amazing! Big respect and also thank you for teaching us!

[@nikolausotto124]

I’m working on BMW in Landshut, Bayern) and I’m building these)

[@kayzenl7911]

@@nikolausotto124can we order from you ?

[@joiegodingcc]

i am in school trying to become a mechanic, and recently my teacher actually recommended your channel to us. He mentioned that you are really smart, and thanks to him i now get to enjoy this amazing content of yours.

[@M539Restorations]

That's amazing, thank you!

[@Matteo_Grilli]

Man this is probably one of the best video of the channel. The effort you put into this engine rebuild is incredible: for each single component you have looked for the highest quality and for possibile improvement over stock part, then you have assembled everything with unique precision and attention to details. And you didn't need any of the special tools!

[@TeRenSSh]

Building the bare block bolt by bolt is one thing. However, recording, editing every single second, every click of torque wrench and explaining every single step, well, thats someting spectacullar. I cant even imagine the amount of work you have to do for us Sreten. Take a beer or two, you well deserve it my man! I cant wait to see it run. Thanks for all the content you make for us Sreten! Take care. 🙏

[@SalvaBarbus]

Man, that torque spec for the vanos units was absolute torqueture! ... I'll get my BMW-technician coat.

[@metronemy]

Any idea why you need to torque it so high, just to release it?

[@madwolfa]

​​@@metronemyStretching the bolts, he retorques them again later

[@echthroi9]

If videos like this had existed when I first got online, I'd be way less afraid to top up my turn signal fluid nowadays.

[@rafaelspector1320]

I don't consider myself a car guy, but I find this video most satisfying.

[@imanavaz]

This will become the video instruction for many of us for years to come. Thanks for giving us this masterpiece

[@theotmar3357]

77 minutes pure joy, flew by like it was nothing. your editing is out of this world man. thx 4 the content. keep wrenching :)

[@Vandebirt]

As someone that has severe OCD this was so satisfying to watch, every bolt and every single step meticulously properly done. Thank You for posting this!

[@berkkirnali8777]

The only problem with this channel is videos are not often enough. Brilliant work , i can't believe we have such content free. Loves from Ukraine.

[@luckgrip252]

I am very willing to sacrifice the video frequency for video quality. It's easy to make a botched up, half finished video where you don't get to enjoy full spectrum of the certain action, in this case - full engine building with all the torque specs and so on. Yeah, I'd be super happy to see new videos more often, but knowing that these kinds of videos take up a loong time, I will not ask for that :D When a new video drops, I'm watching whenever I have free time to watch and I finish it in one go like a great dinner meal :D

[@berkkirnali8777]

@@luckgrip252 i completely agree with you!

[@jamessuman2151]

It's better this way, plus, when you do need to refer to something later, you can just come to the episode you need rather than sift through the 8 episodes this would normally be

[@berkkirnali8777]

@@jamessuman2151 its also true. Every episode feels like whole repair manual with 300 pages but with entertainment and more understandable 😄

[@E3891526]

I cannot tell you how thoroughly satisfying it was for me to watch you meticulously rebuild this engine. Man the talent, the skill, the patience the love! Words cannot describe the pleasure of this video. What is even better is the fact that there is more to come. Fantastic work!

[@LucarioNinjaa]

I have absolutely no idea why this was in my recommended, but I thought it was interesting and decided to watch the whole thing.

[@yugo4576]

Over an hour of pure mechanical perfection!

[@car_pal]

0:27 bro has seen so much carbon fiber that the towels turned from microfiber to carbon fiber haha

[@Bigfoot_Playz]

wow carpal nice of u to join in

[@petrmaxa4718]

It is intentional. It is an inside joke of his. Nevertheless, I do agree it is kinda goofy

[@prashasthamudannayake2074]

Was about to say the same thing

[@SHINdanny]

It´s micro-carbonfiber, he always gets that wrong :/

[@MG-kt1ck]

He has CFSD (Carbon Fiber Stress Disorder)

[@755hp]

This video has saved many enthusiasts wanting to buy this vehicle.

[@ariesstage2188]

You have officially changed the game, I look forward to your builds. That liquid gasket was freaky

[@jamessuman2151]

That head porting was to die for! Looked absolutely phenomenal. You cannot truly appreciate the craftsmanship that goes into it unless you've done it yourself

[@LegioRulez]

The way all the parts are neatly placed at the beginning of the video brings me inner peace.

[@kuhtinski]

I had no idea that putting engine back together was THIS interesting... like!

[@oren5889]

It’s a pleasure to see someone happy to be in their element and grateful to be there. E46 M3 next!

[@aronbodi808]

I never thought i'd watch an hour long video of somebody building an engine But man this was really cool

[@ChristopherClintPacillos]

I almost skipped the video when I heard "Engine-sized puzzle" and thought this was not a real engine. Glad I stayed for just another second to realize this is an actual engine.

[@DianneBabb-tn7ru]

Working on these heads was pure pleasure for us:) They will work like crazy! Greetings from Poland to all Petrolheads!

[@rs7dhshhdbd]

I've always dreamed about an E92 M3. But now I want an E92 M3 assembled by you. I dont think anybody could do it better. Thank you for bringing joy to all of us my friend.

[@BritishPlebness]

Ah glorious engine building therapy!

[@aurelf3158]

Masterclass at finest !German technology is top notch

[@craizhunterx9033]

This is the best and most detailed engine building in youtube

[@matthewbell1968]

Even by his own lofty standards this is an absolute masterclass, thank you Sreten

[@raykehrhahn]

You are a treasure for the Bimmer community! Great Work.

[@tspcProZilla]

Just going to say this, i been working on bmws for over 25 years and you are by far the best teacher i have seen, very meticulous and clean, great video!

[@mattdedasc]

I clicked play expecting to watch a minute of it. I was glued to the screen for the duration. Masterclass content

[@hollandwawasan1221]

Yep, same here!

[@theo.k]

I thoroughly enjoyed this episode, bolt by bolt, screw by screw, gasket by gasket and click by click ! 👍

[@ahmadqawariq7212]

The amount of dedication you have to execute a perfect job while also enjoying it is something I look forward to have. I’ve been watching your videos since you were working on the e31 850i’s. Really happy for you dude that you’re doing something you love while also sharing it with us.

[@ahmetbeycingir8082]

World's most wonderful KZbin video is here

[@Ninoy2059]

This was by far the best rebuild video I ever watched on you tube. Step by step illustration installation process. Job well done mate. No BS, No excuses. I don't think BMW company will give you this much information.

[@Useriom]

One of the few channels on KZbin where i watch the whole Video. No bullshit, great Editing and great content make this channel a jewel

[@gideonlingle3520]

Nothing more satisfying than pistons revolving smoothly.

[@J.A-CA139]

the attention to detail and the dedication it must've taken to make such an amazing video on an amazing engine! My family owns an E92 M3 and its super cool seeing how that engine is assembled!

[@khalidalothman2397]

You deserve an Oscar for this work, not just a thumbs up.

[@Bavarian_M]

What an amazing video! The official online guide on repairing your S65 Engine period!!! Can’t wait for more.

[@TheBanjoShowOfficial]

I don't understand how anyone figured this shit out, like these things need to literally be exact and all perfectly machined and perfectly cohesive in perfect installation.

[@juuk3103]

Not a super car guy, don't even have a drivers license. But watched this entire video mesmerized by the complexity and engineering of the engine itself, it's truly amazing what us humans have created from sticks and stones to complex engines.

[@ralfapunkt4495]

Brilliant. I even cleaned my iPad before watching so I don't soil the engine . Thanks for all the work that's going into this!

[@petrolheid]

Therapeutic and then some. Excellent as always, Sreten!

[@Mondo1775]

First time viewer here and I’m absolutely blown away with the combination of humor, passion & articulation that has been demonstrated. You’ve certainly inspired a change in my leadership style, thank you🙏

[@wakeUPdummies]

The satisfaction was palpable, when you turned the rotating assembly, at near zero resistance. Good job. That is precision work.

[@skalli1064]

It's not just the videos that get better every time, but also the professionalism with which the work steps are explained. Very clean work, can't wait until the engine is running and we can enjoy the rich sound. Thanks for the entertainment

[@BMW_G81_M3]

Truly mesmerising to watch the S65 come back to life - this is so impressive!

[@IBB98]

As a mechanical engineer i knew most of the "theory" behind how an engine works, but seeing it rebuilt here in the flesh was really informative. Thank you so much for a great video, and very well done!

[@coburn_karma]

Put a side the skills, your confidence and humor made your build one of the most riveting gems on KZbin. I truly miss my 1990 E30 M3 watching you bring back to life another one of its siblings, Bravo! I Sublute you.

[@nogu3iravini]

As a mechanical engineer I'm mesmerized by the level of technical details, cleanliness and patience put into this. Congrats.

[@johanngeidies1127]

Wow, I didn' think this could be as entertaining and spectactular as it was. Thank you for your clear work and humor and I hope you can build many more dream cars of your's!

[@Lester.M]

This video I’ve been waiting for for almost all of 2023.

[@OGYELLOW]

I know absolutely nothing about engine builds and I live for videos like this making it simple. This will help many for years to come. Thank you MR! ❤

[@mben456]

I absolutely love engine rebuild vids, especially from Sreten! 🙏

[@SrNerd]

BEST ASMR VIDEO ON KZbin!!!

[@wrekingbeast5843]

Watching a V8 build while its raining is just 🤌

[@Varangian_af_Scaniae]

Just got this video recommended. I actually sat thru the whole video and I genuine have no interest in car engines. But your excellent editing and commentary made it enjoyable plus no horrible music, you let your tools be the music. Great!

[@MM-fk6ni]

This is easily one of the best videos I’ve seen in a long time - across any platform. Thank you Sreten. You go the distance and do things most of us here would like to do, but lack the skill/ money/ time/ big balls to even try.

[@adamspivey]

This is video sets the standard for how ALL engine build videos should be! Simply a masterpiece! (Chefs kiss)

[@user-uq6nk3fx1z]

Building the bare block bolt by bolt is one thing. However, recording, editing every single second, every click of torque wrench and explaining every single step, well, thats someting spectacullar. I cant even imagine the amount of work you have to do for us Sreten. Take a beer or two, you well deserve it my man! I cant wait to see it run. Thanks for all the content you make for us Sreten! Take care.

[@Erowens98]

As a mechanical engineering student, this is such a pleasure to watch. Seeing the incredible engineering involved in a quality combustion engine is always a treat.

[@giveus4break]

Awesome, why can't I like it more than once?

[@Casper-in-Gear]

I absolutely seriously doubt anyone else does the engine rebuild this minutely, carefully or with this much detail. Kudos! This video will go down in history as how to build S65. This video should be used in auto industry and automotive colleges as the benchmark! Nothing less nothing more!

[@andrews.]

The dedication to doing it correct is wonderful. By the book, using the correct tools and explaining how and why. Love it.

[@Verndroid]

This was simply an amazing episode Sreten. Such a thrill to watch and can't wait for the first start !!

[@itsjustfug]

Never watched anything like this before. Thanks for being on my recommended and giving me a relaxing tutorial on something I may never personally build from the ground up.

[@tonymurphy30]

I have no idea why the KZbin algorithm put this in my feed, but glad it did. Never realised the sheer complexity and engineering that went into a car engine (admittedly a rather special engine). Many thanks.

[@prok3jpeg]

I don't even own a BMW or know anything about cars but i still watched the whole thing.

[@juuk3103]

Same lol! Don't even have a drivers license

[@died4us590]

WoW, i didn't know i was one of the three ladies watching, but when you love car's, you just have to watch Sreten in action, because he does repairs right, and his OCD about using genuine parts and making everything look new is something i can relate to. I have been looking forward to this build, and love long video's. Thank you for choosing this as your job, i appreciate all the time you put into doing this, as well as the cost involved to save these car's. G-d bless you, your wife, and the little furry one.

[@weebercorey]

I'm not a mechanic. I watched this entire video purely for it's entertainment value! Bravo!

[@sebytro]

What a time to be alive! To be able to watch this kind of video online for free is absolutely amazing. Thank you for making this vid! I had no idea how intricate an engine can be. This is truly a marvel of technology and your skills are well tuned and so advanced that you not only assemble it but also describe it so we can understand. I'm now motivated to finally put some vaseline in the fan of themy car's A/C so it stops squeaking.

[@randysalamon]

Amazing!!! The Alpina shop coat is perfect.

[@MattCSLnut]

Surely THIS must be the very best "How to rebuild your S65 engine " video on YT. Well done that Man and THANX for sharing.

[@Spock00]

Probably the best I’ve seen so far in this tube.. Truly amazing!

[@ilaion11]

Beautiful engine! I love naturally aspirated power!

[@super69ev]

I love everything about this! 🎉

[@legioner9]

Me too ☺