CAR NINJA Episode 96 Leaky Germans

[@kerrylewis2581]

The spotless internals of the Z3 engine is the reason why I repeatedly tell my friends and coworkers... CHANGE YOUR OIL

[@alfaromeo2006]

cost reduction is 99% the reason behind the plastic parts.

[@Vikturus22]

Not only that. But also more $ they can get back from selling the parts

[@ForTehNguyen]

manufacturers performance target is can the part at least make it to the powertrain warranty

[@gazzafloss]

No fuss no cuss, no whinging or whining, just calm, Jonny Ninja must be the most "Zen" mechanic on KZbin 😊.

[@brandonmorris2513]

Can you imagine the subscribers he'd have if he pumped out videos like The Wizard or some of the others? Not that 106K is anything to sneeze at, but lots more out there.

[@gazzafloss]

@@brandonmorris2513 Jonny's too busy fixing stuff to do heaps of vids. And can't afford to just sit about moaning like Wizard.

[@mediocreman2]

Well, he did swear, but who is keeping track? 😅

[@lukematei8364]

On camera mate. Plenty of cussing and winging off camera

[@realcarninja]

No desire to be an entertainer.

[@brokensmilephoto]

Johnny is just such a joy to watch. Calm and collected making everything look easy. Experience really shows in his work. Maybe one day, automakers will stop putting cheap plastic parts that are prone to excessive heat cycling. But probably not.

[@BimmerLife843]

in a perfect world.Yes. everything nowadays is about money

[@Leonard-eb4uf]

I remember building the z3 on the assembly line

[@unconventionalideas5683]

The EGR helps keep our air breathable. It is not necessarily the sole way to do this but it does make a meaningful contribution, and when you consider that a car's occupants get the worst of its exhaust, that is actually a meaningful improvement for most drivers and their children, who are effectively made to smoke.

[@richsmith9063]

Jonny, I love the channel. I wish you posted more frequently. Tyler is lucky as heck to have a mechanic as good as you !!!

[@wombat1238marsupial]

Johnny's motto should always be sound advice "don't go cheap, don't cheap out"👍

[@Hardrada00]

Excellent episode, the production value has really soared. Good job all around. Jonny, you're a natural.

[@roydrink]

“I don’t know what the Germans were thinking when they designed it… not enough beer?

[@WayToManyAssassins]

Damn right about using genuine parts, never have an issue and they always fit right!

[@Shododaan]

Great safety first attitude sir. Props to you!

[@frankdeboer1347]

The way you talk about original parts is the way I talk about full synthetic oil. It only costs a little more and the labor is the same.

[@johnhufnagel]

changing your oil on time(*) is the main reason any part lasts. * that doesn't necessarily mean "by the book" though... these 10k intervals some manufacturers recommend, is bullshit (in my not so humble opinion.) *IF* you're going to try and push it that far, you NEED to pull samples have them tested regularly, to make sure it's actually lasting that long. still even then I doubt I'd do it.

[@tylerniday8935]

Most of the time if you read the fine print in the manual it only applies to light duty. Basically going to church once a week in the perfect environment. Fun fact, it also can vary on certain brands depending on that country's EPA requirements...

[@greebj]

Was looking at BMW E63s earlier this year The number that had a service book where the annual service SKIPPED THE OIL CHANGE scared me away

[@acwright]

I change my oil daily

[@Rockardo_]

I always say, when something fails it always comes in doubles or triples, ALL THE TIME

[@died4us590]

I am so glad not hear somebody pushing for O'Reilly's, auto zone, or any of the chain clip joints. I really try for oem parts when i can find them, or i go for used, they have always lasted without breaking. All these garbage parts that are being sold, and all the plastic going into the engine compartment's, just means that the Ninja will have a lot of potential future customer's. G-d bless

[@motheolebelo]

Always love your video uploads and liok forward to them. The Z3 engine internals are properly clean and spotless.

[@wespotter6985]

They use plastic because all they want to do is get the car through the warranty period, After that they don't give a bleep

[@dragosdragos6058]

That injector was hissing like a tank😂 a finger nail of vaseline on the washer will hold it perfectly in place however once a copper washer is out a new one should be put in.

[@jimmcculloch3786]

The Master at work! Thank you :)

[@wespotter6985]

Holding on to german cars for a long time is a fool's errand

[@jazzjokesjalopies]

German and other engineers should be required to watch this channel when developing new designs.

[@tonymcnamara9368]

You know the score - plastic parts are cheaper to produce, wear out faster, need replacing sooner. Ker - ching!! $$

[@justinmijnbuis]

If you said N20 engine (hard to hear, it could be "M20" although that thing is ancient) I think it would be good to be a bit more specific. The N20 until ~2015 have big problems with their timing chain guides, leading to a massive recall in the US. However, this recall does not apply to New Zealand and the number of cheap Japan-import N20-vehicles waiting to explode is rather large. Alex better check if this is an updated version or had its guides / chain replaced. If not, walk away and go for a B48.

[@stevengreco8961]

Great channel!

[@JonBlondell]

Bottom line, you are a good man, extremely intelligent about mechanics, and most importantly, a good hearted fair man! You are obviously the top auto mechanic in Wichita, by far!!

[@greebj]

BMW progress... That '01 M54 pan gasket was only split in 1 place compared to the one on my predecessor '98 528i M52TU that was split into 2 pieces when i did it at 285K kms

[@petrosaguilar8916]

4:49 - using fender covers.👍

[@wernerdanler2742]

When I used to work on my own car, I learned to buy only OEM. I found I could find genuine parts on eBay much cheaper than the dealers and even cheaper than aftermarket chainstore parts.

[@Gerrygambone]

Amazing how many mechanics say use OM parts

[@TL-wy1nk]

Everything has to come out. So much fun!

[@iansanderson]

I don’t even buy spark plugs aftermarket anymore. I want to do the job once no matter how small.

[@adamduckhouse3980]

I’m a German car mechanic in the uk looking to move to the USA im a specialist in Mercedes Benz do you have any jobs available

[@petrosaguilar8916]

What particular area are you looking to move to?

[@adamduckhouse3980]

@@petrosaguilar8916I’m very flexible as long as it’s in the USA I will be happy we holiday in Florida and I’ve been looking at some opportunities there just because I’ve been there and know it if you know what I mean I’m still in the process of finding information on green cards shipping costs because I have my own unit with my own lifts and lots of other equipment to move

[@billfly2186]

I love how these mechanics say "only use OEM parts" that lasted less than 75k.

[@realcarninja]

Yep.

[@patwilkes4122]

Thanks , great video today

[@billystpaul8907]

Must be a lot of German autos that need repairing or Jonny took some time off. Glad to see a new video.

[@ausmartin1]

It takes a specially good mechanic to work on premium German junk 😂

[@crazyman8472]

“I don’t know what they’re thinking.” They’re thinking of how to make the auto technician’s job harder. 😵‍💫

[@kevinbarry71]

They are thinking they would much prefer you to buy a new car

[@wolfeadventures]

Billable hours.

[@DaytonCarCare]

When it's an engine out job to replace spark plugs then you know you need to go EV lol

[@chrissmithz314]

Engineers "It'll last longer than the warranty, good enough"

[@mds2465]

Yeah I believe Valeo is the OE supplier for the alternator on that car.

[@HksF16]

either that or Bosch

[@Vikturus22]

with the alternators Can you not just go OE bosch? I imagine being OE its exact same part

[@Labergemusic]

I really just love listening to you talk about cars, these videos are relaxing

[@neilquinn]

What are the weak points of the B58? Still plastic risk?

[@tericojensen263]

What do you use for service manuals? Also what scan tool do you recommend?

[@egx161]

All manufacturers are using more plastic engine parts. They claim weight savings etc. but it’s cost savings and planned obsolescence. $$$$

[@GeFeldz]

M20 engine needs timing belt, no chain =) I'd change it before even turning that engine over, that's an OLD belt! Very easy belt!

[@GeFeldz]

The absolute newest M20 is from 1993, 31 years ago.

[@pfsantos007]

I always wonder if German Engineers watch this channel and go "we knew these problems were going to happen, but the bean counters made us do it."

[@speed6725]

I don’t think it was done to save money. I think it was done on purpose to get the cars to go back to the dealer and make more money on repairs.

[@wespotter6985]

Since they are identical engines what's the cheapest source of the oem parts.

[@NonameNoLastName-v4y]

Watching your videos every night learning from it. I just got my self a 2013 BMW 760Li V12 only 30k miles on it. One owner . Clean car inside and outside . Engine looks and sounds healthy. Can you tell me what tool scanner is good to buy ? I have 500$ budget thanks.

[@bennikola2971]

Bad buy i work at Bmw those things are garbage

[@NonameNoLastName-v4y]

Sure

[@veliksami]

Put a little bit of ceramic grease on the back of the copper gasket when putting the injector back in, it'll help the gasket stick and won't fall out.

[@scholz222]

What is Johnny’s definition of changing oil on time for a BMW? Trust the computer or cut whatever it says in half (5/6,000 miles)?

[@eppyz]

A couple of questions if anyone can answer. 1. Curious to why the Ninja isn't putting out as many videos? 2. Seems to be some turn around at the shop, some new people, where did the other guys go? 3. Because of the staff changes, is that why there is less content being put out? Lastly, this isn't a question but just something I want to say, I get so tired of hearing people say German cars are crap, that they are unreliable and what not and when you ask them if they serviced the vehicle on time and used OEM parts they say no. Then they blame the car for oil leaks and what not when THEY the OWNER F*ud up. Then the follow up is poor engineering? It's not poor engineering, it's just a constant battle to keep up with the constant Emissions requirements which usually mean cars need to be lighter to meet the requirements. Less weight, less for the engine to move, usually equals to more MPG's. Ironically, the Asians car brands which are masters of copying, are falling victim as well to the "Plastic" trap. Just feel German cars get a bad rap for what really comes down to lack of maintenance and using aftermarket cheap parts. Am I right?

[@petrosaguilar8916]

He's too busy working to make a video every other day.

[@eppyz]

@@petrosaguilar8916 but he's not the one filming them? The person that films must be doing something else that is taking priority possibly?

[@Bugholeexcalibur]

How can I check if the timing belt is ok on a Bmw E87 from 2010? 2L Diesel engine with the N47 chain timing?

[@robbeazley4694]

What is the engine number in a 640d thanks

[@stevelouie5928]

I walked by a Jiffy Lube (a quick oil change place) and saw a bmw in the bay. Anyone ever try these quick oil change places on their BMW before? They never did european cars before but I guess there are so many where I live, they started doing oil changes on euro cars. They charge $130 USD which cost more than the actual BMW dealer which is $99. I guess you are paying for the quick service which is okay. If I bring my own oem bmw filter, what could go wrong?

[@boredom.victim]

would a tdi be a good choice?

[@zigzagrz]

Ive been looking at a Q7 tdi with 138k miles and the diesel gate (recall) fix. Are these good at these mileage or should i walk away? Hows the cp4 pump on these?

[@miceinoz1181]

Would be nice to know something about your current employees (background etc). There have been changes and I do not see the young guy there anymore. Your family is our family Jonny!

[@petrosaguilar8916]

I wish Grimes would work here.

[@michaelhall9138]

Was that a Lincoln LS in your intro?

[@Vikturus22]

Also me from NZ yay!

[@SW-os3mk]

love NZ

[@Itstime2029]

When a government becomes involved where an engineer should act alone, like government things get screwed up. Bureaucrats should be responsible for the poor designs they cause

[@marc5460]

tnx for the video

[@TheJohn8765]

Yup. OEM is the way to go with Euro cars. Don't f-around with aftermarket kits. Dodge or Ford, sure. Euro, no way.

[@dude7838]

Disagree. Work for a GM dealer. Modern cars are complex. Anything other than OEM parts, particularly electrical are unacceptable.

[@aussiegonz]

OEM or aftermarket its all junk. good reason why a lot of aussie bmw lovers are getting LS conversions

[@joeschmoe5009]

Is it just me or are there audio dropouts and glitches throughout the video?

[@worldofrandometry6912]

I find that all of the audio is very indistinct or muffled and it's hard to catch what's being said.

[@marcelgaud]

it's your "WIFE", or it's your "LIFE"?

[@TheRacerRich]

Did he say an M20 with 36,000 km???

[@Jacky5299]

It be a gray import from Japan, they are all clocked. NZ runs on Japan imports.

[@TheRacerRich]

@@Jacky5299 not a lot of 35+ year old cars with 36k km on them though i would think

[@Jacky5299]

@@TheRacerRich probably 236k or 336k, kiwis for ya. The locals use to say David Bowie played at a pub I used to drink when I lived there. Even so, he never visited NZ.

[@TheRacerRich]

@@Jacky5299 The number of would be great classic cars that were destroyed bc a kiwi wanted to put a cinderblock on the gas pedal until it blew up in his yard while he drank beers watching it is staggering.

[@bazzatheking3155]

I’m from New Zealand, not many of us here, will keep an eye out for Alex in his BMW!

[@kam7056]

❤

[@edwoll]

Aren't the OEM German parts made cheap to begin with?

[@bmwpete65s55]

Why are the European cars designed like that? The regulations make it where it's not worth keeping older cars on the road in the EU. Personally I would not buy most BMW's newer than 2001-2006 depending on the model. Old ones were built to last.

[@Nyx_88888]

its a shame that Porsche suvs are just Audi crap too.....

[@berwhaletheavenger]

VW Audi design crap like this on purpose, awful.

[@lutomson3496]

Never Never Never buy any Europe or English vehicle out of warranty never...at the same time my old Gallardo never had any problems out of warranty just saying

[@oiygfdxssfgg]

Audi's are crap, they are badly engineered.

[@Fevebblefester]

Why do they use plastic? 1 mark cheaper on a hundred of them. And .000001 % weight reduction which will obtain.0000000000001% better gas milage.