CAR NINJA! So Much Easier This Way. BMW Valve Seal Replacement.

Once again Jonny goes after leaking BMW valve seals, taking you step by step through his process.
Along the way he finds a lot of mistakes left by the last person to service the car.
Ben is on hand serving as the shop lightning rod, catching crap.

[@thefalloutshelter7799]

Such a joy watching Johnny work......zero BS and no need to tell everybody what a great mechanic he is......the work speaks for itself

[@davidm.d.hyskell8983]

Bingo

[@toy200sx]

Very thorough. A true master tech.

[@Alex-rj6sv]

Great channel. A pleasure to watch him go straight to work and always focused. No need to bad mouth the previous shop for their work - just takes care of his customer. Other (tacky) mechanics like attention and make a video just to say "hey, look what I found I'm the best out there". Jonny is a real professional. He lets the quality of his work do the speaking for him. That speaks volumes about his integrity and character.

[@ArthurTugwell]

I love how you have no crappy music playing in the background on your videos. Just the lovely sound of the spanners chinging and the ratchets clicking. Beautiful AMSR.

[@gilgonzalez5902]

Man this guy’s work is magical to watch. He’s working on it like it’s his child’s or wife’s vehicle. Johnny will be in business for a longgg time.

[@tomlanko2547]

Jonny is always so happy! Enjoy watching him,he explains everything that he’s doing & why he’s doing it.

[@akaydogan]

I really enjoy watching this channel. There are no BS car walk arounds, no rants about other mechanics doing crap work, and no boats (nothing wrong with boats, just don't want to see them on a car repair channel). Instead we get to watch a real master mechanic calmly apply years of experience to complex repairs. The level of professionalism displayed by Jonny is actually relaxing. The owners of vehicles that get repaired by him are truly lucky to have him as a resource even if they are unlucky enough to have purchased these crappy vehicles in the first place.

[@jamesrochester4111]

“Ouch” says the Car Wizard. Honestly the boat stuff and boat interior redecorating ideas/videos caused me unsubscribe their channel.

[@tylerniday8935]

@@jamesrochester4111 Reality TV hits hard.

[@SteveBassen]

One thing I really love about Johnny is when he explains stuff to the camera; he tends to not dumb down what he's saying like he's trying to spoon feed the audience, he just acts like he's talking to another mechanic with tons of experience that will understand or piece together what he's saying without issue. Saves a ton of (usually) needless explanation and filler.

[@snorkosaurus]

Stop bashing the Wizard each video on here, it's a different format so what, if you don't like it unsub but don't complain, each Car Ninja video people just keep complaining about Wizard videos, it's pathetic....

[@theyunglos]

@@snorkosaurus exactly.

[@MrBigBoy4Life]

I've owned 5 BMW's and loved every single one of them. Matter of fact, best cars I've ever driven. It's videos like this that reminds me of the fact of why I'll never own another one. Always nice to watch the maestro at work though.

[@jimmcculloch3786]

Wow, a master at work! No more to be said. A priviledge to be able to watch. Thank you.

[@raybyrnes3516]

I've been there myself for that stupid alternator bracket on a E70. My shop foreman thought I was crazy for pulling out the whole thing. But yes, that and the valve covers, so much easier!!

[@f1fanatic710]

This guy could be an incredible teacher of this art. Detailed but any normal person could learn and understand.👍

[@daranross2424]

I really love watching your work and learning the methods of how you repair car's but BMW's are Junk to what they used to be, these car's have been designed to last warranty and that's it keep up the Great work

[@hussamjamil4980]

All modern cars are designed to be cheap to mass produce and the moment the leasing is over, it is scrap and the new model is out. Rinse and repeat, it is not limited to BMWs, take a look at Mercedes and more on Audis, VWs and so on. If you want a car that lasts, you need to look into the 80s and 90s, the vast majority need work, yes, but once done....they will last another 20+ years.

[@raycollington4310]

@@hussamjamil4980 I have been a victim of BMW and agree they are overcomplicated unreliable junk. Too much plastic, Chinesium and cheese used in manufacture. Great channel and video.

[@lipton4598]

Beautiful job. I am not a mechanic, but love watching the videos.

[@naf2579]

Who are these people paying to do an engine out on a old BMW x5? Yeesh straight to the scrap yard. Glad you get the work though, love the content.

[@nathangebben5738]

Would love to work next to this dude for a day. Has such confidence in tearing down an engine! Takes a lot of knowledge to be able to make a job like that look so easy!

[@buaan]

Money well spent by that customer, what an excellent job.

[@fjedhfhr5250]

The owner must have love that x5 considering the labor cost for this repair..

[@lolish1234]

Cheaper than buying a new car :) and if he loves , even better

[@MMAKingRay]

Im going to be in the same boat soon, find a decent car for that price. Not gonna happen. Spending a few grand to have an x5 that you dont have to worry as much about the engine will feel nice...

[@asaprulers226]

Glad we can watch such a professional and caring guy in his field of work. Really is a masterpiece

[@greathornedowl3644]

Thanks, Jonny, love to watch an engine tear down. Something many of us backyard mechanics only dream off.

[@stacydornan9765]

Best BMW mechanics alive pay attention peeps

[@mpc112777]

Sorry, but you’ll never convince me these over engineered German engines are better than a GM LS/LT pushrod old school proven engine. Pleasure to watch a true craftsman in action. Very impressive!

[@moehoward01]

Cleanest tool cart I've ever seen

[@dcswings]

the best car channel no BS straight to the point

[@skillz1855]

Love this work.... He makes it look easy

[@kiwibryntoo]

I have hung a Humber 80 motor from a tree on end and done a ring and bearings change... watching you is so relaxing... That motor has been butchered by someone like me before you got it... LOL

[@jcdowns]

I love watching these vids. No silly music or cut scenes, just people who know what they're doing!

[@turquoisecat761]

Very skilled bloke, it's worth travelling hundreds of miles to ensure a thorough job instead of the "that'll do" approach of so many (i.e. loose and incorrect spec plugs etc.).

[@zerofuckkksgiven8027]

Haha wow! I have a shop here in Reno Nevada right now doing this exact same thing on my 05 645ci! Cool

[@robertsouthrey3480]

the man is a surgeon when it comes to engines just imagine if he was a real surgeon probably saving mankind

[@jayc3110]

Car Ninja! That was a hell of a lot of work you did. It would make your videos more interesting, if you told your viewers and subscribers the information they would all be interested in.-- how much did this cost? What was the final customers bill? Those would be very interesting to know. Thanks and best wishes.

[@joelleguina994]

Car ninja great video!! I just had my 2011 B7 Serviced by the dealer to do the oil valve gaskets through the class action lawsuit I’m so lucky I got it done in time last summer 2021.why don’t you have someone come in and dry ice clean the engine ,half the time and half the mess and no chemicals it’s amazing process

[@DrHumorous]

Exactly what I was thinking

[@russmanhi]

Jonny, the care and expertise you display is amazing and I love watching you do this kind of videos. Just fascinating. But the one question I think we all ask ourselves while watching these is, "What is the price of a job like this?" I really can't imagine. Thousands? Several? Please tell us wanna be BMW owners.

[@michaelgiannone2192]

The old saying applies. “ if you have to ask, you can’t afford it”

[@advandermeer740]

As much as I admire the mad engineering that went into designing this engine and as much as I respect the mad skills you developed as a mechanic, this video proves electric is the way to go.

[@berwhaletheavenger]

This is also why good mechanics should earn a very, very good wage. The sheer complexity of 10-15 year old cars and the difficulty in fixing them means that it is a VERY different job to when I started 35 years ago. Then, a two head overhaul on a simple OHV V8 took a day. A clutch change on a RWD Ford took 90 minutes. Owners of older German cars rarely understand just what is involved in fixing their cars and how long it can take. This video illustrates perfectly.

[@deezbeetz81]

Literally my favorite mechanical mystic .. Ninja for the win

[@jayceasar2661]

best mechanic is car ninja

[@kennethjacobs2875]

A master mechanic at work, a real pleasure to watch.

[@pkt1213]

The thumbnail is right, it is so much easier to pay Johnny.

[@rk22cc]

Master mechanic, all business, perfection!!

[@theyunglos]

i know its most likely harder... but a 20-30 minute length video is absolutely perfect!!! Best video in a while!!!

[@bray1952mj]

Let's hear what the cost of pulling an engine out, along with some basic repairs? The true cost of BMW, Merc, ownership. Johnny and the crew do great work, Johnny is so experienced he make's it look easy.

[@lirider3932]

Good tutorial and tips from real life experience. Very candid and conscientious. How you remain so calm with the complexity is crazy. I don't have a BMW (Subaru) but my valve seals need replacing and this helps. Thank you.

[@josephguzman4737]

Love hearing Johnny laughing off camera when the boys are goofing around lol. Great work and great content! Keep em coming

[@stacydornan9765]

If so owned one of these timebombs, I would take that lemon to CarNinja

[@haroldneely9253]

This car is going to last forever, awesome 👍

[@ozarkliving7263]

If it were a Toyota/Lexus, correct

[@theundergroundlairofthesqu9261]

Provided it doesn't need all of this work again someday...

[@MrPropanePete]

Always look forward to seeing what Jonny and the boys are up to

[@lewisreinhold6398]

I absolutely love your professionalism and speed!

[@erikthie2253]

awesome Jonny. i wish that i lived close to you so that i could give you all my business. Great engine tear down and build today. peace!

[@MMAKingRay]

Not everyone is making hige payments. When you pay the car off you can out 3k in repairs when needed and it wont matter. Its like 4 car paymenta to get skmething major done.

[@mikenormandy9250]

Jonny, you are truly a master of you craft! I cannot imagine what a job like that costs the customer! - you make it look EASY!

[@davidedangelosante6963]

Superinteresting to watch! Jonny looks more comfortable on camera as time goes by. Keep up the good work

[@018139548]

A master technician at work. You just love to see him do his thing.😊

[@jasoneyes01]

That is a 4.8i MSport E70. Awesome X5 when all sorted. I have the same vehicle with a refrigerator, Victron solar charge controller wired to the factory battery, 100 watt solar panel on the roof. This X5 is an awesome Overland vehicle. Few know the potential. Always use genuine BMW parts! I have 200000 miles. Oil seals still good. I have secrets. Don't forget to silicone the pressure oil hole on the Bank2 Timing cover gasket. It will blow out oil. They put an oil pressure hole for a vacuum pump on Bank 2 also.

[@MMAKingRay]

Whats your secret to longer lasting seals.??

[@jasoneyes01]

@@MMAKingRay Elring Dirko Grey(valve cover gaskets, front timing cover gaskets especially Bank 2 around oil pressure hole to nowhere., reinforce coolant transferpipe seal on inside seal seam and under valley pan, Silicone the the valley pan gasket for sure or it will fail. AT205 occasionaly in engine oil and differentials.... 101 Deg Thermostat... 1.4 Bar Coolant pressure cap. A quart of MMO 1000 miles before oil change will keep timing chain tensioners, lifters, and Vanos solenoids free of varnish and sticking.

[@Rockinrn]

An amazing feat of mechanical skill!!

[@umbuibui1]

overly complicated p.o.s! Great video.

[@tbirdboy]

Awesome level of know how and technique. Good job Ninja.

[@mr.t361]

Thanks. What a lovely job done.

[@paulogomes7250]

Awesome job ... love watching you work .. perfectionists for sure 👍👍👍

[@guzzijack9714]

I like how he knows the spark plug specs by heart.

[@joshuatoms968]

Loved the video it’s nice seeing what you do .

[@GibsonBuck]

Get a BMW they said, it will be fun they said..

[@rickjohnson1632]

A clean engine is a happy engine . Nice job btw

[@Leekautorepair]

I like the way this guy works!

[@vumba1331]

Some great techniques shared there, thanks for that.

[@NilsJakobson]

Since you pulled the heads and valves you should also check for valve guide wear. Its not just the valve guide seals that go bad, the leaking seals are just a consequence of a deeper problem which is worn valve guides. Before Valvetronic era it was not typical to see valve guide wear on BMW engines because by design the followers on BMW DOHC engines were pushing on valves perfectly vertically. But since Valvetronic this is no longer true because they use rockers that allow "rocking" the valves slightly while pushing down and thus wearing the bronze guides much faster than before. So the valve guide seal replacement will work only for a short time while these seals are still fresh and soft and able to follow the rocking movement of the valves. Once they get harder because of the higher temperatures that these engines are designed to work at the oil burning problem is slowly going to come back.

[@cat637d]

It seems the work environment is... how you say, fantastic!

[@ianclough6338]

I love it when Jonny says "it's super easy". Really Jonny? I have video evidence it ain't. 😅

[@datsunruss]

Jonny you are without doubt a skilled man. I bet you could have done that with your eyes closed. Very interesting. 👍

[@RealRickCox]

I didn't get a video like this when Jonny did my N63 valve rebuild... but it's amazing to watch him take care of all the little details on someone else's car! I have no doubt it'll be PERFECT!

[@showrunner2183]

Is that the 750 engine?

[@kevinc31]

Great vid. What a intricate job.

[@anixie]

Shows me one thing. This is NOT a dyi job. Nice video !

[@artanndoni7048]

Great job as always

[@gulfstream7235]

He's got a good crew working in that garage...

[@kaxbyrita9279]

Loving the 2”x4”s 😃 Gives this a relatable touch 💪🏻

[@petereldredge6204]

Are most of the leaks and bad valve seals just bad design or is it the extended oil change intervals? Love the channel

[@ianclough6338]

Couldn't help but notice the grinder. Nice to see Johnny has at least one tool from harbor freight. 😂 FYI No hate, Johnny is the real deal.

[@theundergroundlairofthesqu9261]

Central Machinery -- a name that reminds you of a name you can trust.

[@ozarkliving7263]

I walk away from each Johnny video with a renewed thankfulness I only drive Lexus/Toyota. A service like this not needed until 350k miles, if then

[@djsyxx]

Brilliant skills. Enjoyed that.

[@jorgeosorio1880]

Love your channel

[@gregorystefanek5604]

You’re the man! Almost to 100k followers 👍

[@gazzafloss]

Nice work Ninja ✅.

[@acesh5606]

Awsome I found your channel from Car Wizard.

[@gsmecanica]

I love to see you work Ninja! Quick question, how do you clean and prep block to receive the head gasket on these engines?

[@raphaelmartel3853]

Very informative, thank you.

[@kofthebaskervilles]

Ninja-----------Please wear eye protection when you use the wire brush.Great video.

[@jeremylaws7010]

no human should have that much information about engines in their head

[@jowensblack48]

Looks like a nightmare out of the car...I can't even imagine the alternative

[@ronservice1708]

good job John

[@leehentschel4980]

Love my 528 E60...if I lived in Kansas Jonny would be my guy, Very professional and informative....diddo I Don't want to see boats on car channels

[@armandonika]

O Erjon, good job ma Man!

[@admranger]

I'm not afraid of heights. I'm afraid of gravity.

[@RJon2006]

Shop banter is the best.

[@johnthreefifteen]

No bunching, no riding up with Duluth Trading Buck Naked underwear.

[@nancyfugate2914]

Great Christmas present idea!!

[@realcarninja]

😅

[@0dbm]

I love a playfull shop , it’s the only way to survive

[@beavis081074]

te lumt dora oj Shqipe

[@danarbuckle6640]

Such a professional. Move to Rochester, NY!

[@kevbecker672]

Wish I knew how to do all that and quickly like you do it Jonny...

[@kevinbarry71]

I love German cars. OK, it's time for your periodic engine removal and upper and disassembly.

[@OMNITEK]

shum video e bukur, nuk jam fan i BMW por videot tua jan super...

[@tomasjones3755]

Great Vid. Loved the detailed explanation “Next up - THONG TALK”. lmao

[@wernerdanler2742]

Good video Jonny till the very end. That was TMI!

[@iansanderson]

Ninja is a master of his craft