CAR NINJA This engine is THE WORST!

Once again Jonny faces his most hated engine...the BMW N62. This time it's the "updated" N62TU with a leaking gasket in the alternator bracket.
Jon installs lowering springs on a 535i

[@bigpoohbear2272]

The care he shows to other people's property is awesome. He shows that he has a passion for what he does, it's not just a job.

[@Freddy-td8fl]

Not my friend he wants you to think that but he knows he hit the gold mine(bmw mechanic) he knows his clientele is a never ending collection of idiots 😂

[@alexm566]

he's literally being recorded 💀

[@dcgeeked8917]

just imagine the people you dont see on camera

[@kam7056]

❤

[@hansacrossurass]

Right on Car Ninja, finally a creator that does not crank up his intro music to deafening levels. Thank You

[@jefferyepstein9210]

That’s because he’s still humble

[@supertouring1]

What's wrong with blasting rock n roll or dance music in the background till you go deaf?? 🤔🤣

[@supertouring1]

@@vw5056 ouch, that's savage. 😅

[@dlofblad]

@@vw5056 ouch … :)

[@slasher9883]

I once witnessed an angry agressive tow truck driver destroy the back panel of a freshly painted '67 Mustang with his tow chain, then threaten to beat up the customer when they complained. It's an industry full of low intellect knuckleheads, so when you do find a good one it is worth sticking with them.

[@jmahtab]

Usually ex-cons and biker dirtbags.

[@howardkerr8174]

@@jmahtab My brother is a tow truck driver, he is a veteran of the Air Force Reserve (will be retired on his 60th birthday), a father of 2 and grandfather of 2, and is also a volunteer fire fighter. Not all tow truck drivers fit your stereotype.

[@DG-xj7pm]

@@howardkerr8174 "when you do find a good one it's worth sticking with them". Learn to read my man.

[@kevs2good133]

@@DG-xj7pm it’s hard for white people to read.

[@unconventionalideas5683]

@@kevs2good133Racism alert…

[@yrasphong]

Much respect to the ninja..he let the customer know the tow guys treated the car like they didn't know what they're doing or didn't care about what they are doing and to avoid using that tow company

[@mikegsg9r]

Ha idk how you can be that lazy to try to pull off a car stuck in park. I have a 325ix and I'd cry if someone towed front wheels down. I'm sure that's killed so many AWD cars.

[@sunsweetsuitable593]

when i worked at MIDAS this was a common thing and the tow truck drivers messed up several cars. one of my least favorite calls. believe it or not calling a customer and telling them there car fell off the lift was actually great fun for me.

[@MegaBluebone]

you have to wonder how he got the car on the bed in the 1st place.

[@Rose.Of.Hizaki]

@@MegaBluebone A winch would be my guess.

[@pri0r_t0_a_weekago...fukwi48]

@@MegaBluebone it’s called dragging it up… when u lose your keys and the car DOESNT (some bmws DO NOT HAVE) neutral release’s!! There’s always a correct way to do things (source: have been towing longer than I’d like to remember)

[@died4us590]

I'm a gen x, and I was brought up to have respect for other people, and their thing's. The best job I ever had was running a very buisy cemetery. I hired people who cared, or they were gone. I met and buried a lot of people who lost a spouse, or a child, and they were sad when I got in a bad accident. One mother visited her son everyday in one of the mausoleums, and in the winter I made sure the road was plowed first thing, and that it was salted and she had a clear path in, because she was older, been visiting for year's. Treat people with respect, and tearing their stuff up is ignorant, and lazy. Ninja is a good mechanic, and leaves the car running, and looking good when it leaves, no dirt and grease all over it. God bless y'all.

[@theholeymoley1]

What the shit is 'gen x' now?

[@NWCI]

@@theholeymoley1 you don't need to be rude to people for no reason. Quick google showed Gen X born from 1965 to 1980. Now ages between 41 and 56

[@venge1894]

@@theholeymoley1 Gen X is after the Boomers. Before Gen Y (Millenials). Then theres Gen Z (About 1998-ish onwards).

[@jundialhaqiqa9907]

This man truly loves his craft, the level of care he places into his work in not so easy to come by nowadays.

[@maxmiddleton7427]

He does. I can speak with experience. I do exactly this for a living as well. I have seen many who have lost the care and it becomes just a job. Johnny definitely cares and it is what makes him so successful.

[@darrylmac6150]

Pulling apart the indicator stalk to figure out the issue? Most would just replace it and throw the old one out. He has passion in his work alright

[@georgecaspira3637]

For the Car Ninja to get mad and shout at someone then ban them from his shop... he must have been disgusted by them.

[@ChrisVargasrpht2000chris]

The Car Ninja going that extra mile on the turn signal stock and getting it fixed. Right on!

[@ChrisVargasrpht2000chris]

@@ashystyle He has to do what he has to do and if charging for the repair is needed then I am ok with that.

[@sunsetrider45]

@@ChrisVargasrpht2000chris Exactly.

[@Asad-zeetwo5241]

@@ashystyle. If that car went to the dealership, the bill will be more than what the car is worth 💰

[@johngordon7510]

Two things, first I like that you don't stick up for BMW's design flaws you call them out and say that the engine sucks. Second if the car had went to the dealer you know they wouldn't even try to fix the switch just grab the $200 new switch off the parts shelf and replace it. You did what a good mechanic should do. Great videos.

[@t44e6]

I am constantly amazed at how many techs don't try and limit their exposure to solvents and oil/grimy gunk. Many of them will regret it when they get older. It may cost you an hour or 2 a week but wear the proper gloves when you're washing parts. Try not to shower things with brake kleen. Use a wire brush and a rag instead of getting out your disc sander to clean surfaces and putting that shit into the air. Do it for your family and kids if you don't care about it for yourself.

[@roddydykes7053]

The average person who works in automotive doesn’t think about further than 2 weeks into the future

[@StarsAutoSport]

Yes!

[@davidgoliath5901]

This channel should be compulsory viewing for all aspiring mechanics. Competence, dedication and pride of workmanship. Oh so rare commodities.... a joy to watch.

[@ko9446]

When towing a car into a shop ask the shop owner who they use, it’s much easier that way.

[@szczerzo]

Jonny yelling at someone? Well, I think it's time for me to play lotto.

[@Djoxiiii777]

If an Albanian gets mad better run away 🤣

[@winch1587]

Too bad this was not caught on camera..

[@unconventionalideas5683]

@@Djoxiiii777I thought he was Armenian, though I could be wrong.

[@Djoxiiii777]

@@unconventionalideas5683 nah he is albanian you can see albanian flag in the shop

[@rogerclark2095]

Every time I see that NINJA using the parts washer without gloves my hands and fingers begin tingling.

[@craighearn747]

I forgot about that, its been a while. As soon as you said it I felt it.

[@thomasperina2990]

Hello Sir & Gentlemen: I must say you guys are so professional that your shop is run like a hospital & not a garage. I've been working on cars for 59 years & I must say your caring, & attention to detail is uncanny to say the least. I love how all the techs are not under the gun to make time but get the job done right the first time & no short cuts. My 2 shops were run that way but smaller buildings. What a terrific place to work, TMP from N.J.

[@ItsAlive111]

Thanks for the advice on towing. My worst nightmare. Specially parking enforcers

[@tomtheplummer7322]

Try to to sue those parking lot/law enforcement contract towing companies for damages or loss. You’ll lose.

[@venge1894]

@@vw5056 Knew someone who would occasionally drive past a local tow place he had a grudge with. Nails would "accidently" fall out of the bed of the rusted truck and eventually find their way into the tires of some of the tow trucks routinely leaving the lot. That went on for about a month until he was over it.

[@jensgronning4436]

@@venge1894 that’s petty, psychopath behavior.

[@rjnation5042]

Call Tyler he knows all the good tow truck drivers in your area, much respect Ninja, Rj in Oz

[@wads_o_hair]

Whoever is running the camera and doing the editing is doing a great job. Very professional channel all the way around.

[@DrRick-dq4bb]

Car Ninja. Cool, calm, collected, capable. A joy to watch a real professional in his field.

[@ssalamri7302]

We need more guys like car ninja he is one of the best macanic I ever see on KZbin if I own BMW I want the car ninja to work on it 👌

[@lithium_6]

I used to work in a parking garage in San Francisco downtown. One time a valet employee from a nearby hotel couldn’t move a Maserati due to some error, the car went into some sort of limp mode and would not go up the exit ramp. The tow truck wasn’t able to maneuver to get in the parking lot and nobody could figure out how to put the car in neutral. So it was hook from the front arms and dragged for about 100 feet to get it out and on the tow truck.

[@wriddle082]

So I guess the faulty turn signal switch is why most BMW drivers don’t use their signals: fear that it will break!

[@daveshamblin4260]

Truth!, lol

[@ville85]

Well actually, also on BMW motorcycles like on my S1000rr the turn signal switch breaks and you don't have any turn signals after that. It's the second time that the switch has to be replaced.

[@grendels_arm]

Actually I just assume that most BMW drivers are entitled every time I see this or when they go zooming past at double the speed limit. Watching these videos makes me feel better.

[@dmitrys.4741]

Somewhere on Craigslist: For sale is a turn stalk from a 2010 bmw X5. Like new condition, never been used!

[@chrissmithz314]

4:35 You know your "rubber" gaskets are no good anymore when you drop them and they make that sound

[@kc360awareness]

Great job again Ninja, showing some passion for both your customers and their cars. Please keep your hands out of that solvent. You’ll be an old man someday and you’ll be glad you did.

[@blaketindle4703]

Such a joy watching these guys work.

[@racerboy2212]

Always a great, informative and relaxing view!!

[@honzagryc4332]

This is cool. No mess no loud cool shop music. Just fixing cars....

[@Trelliondeci]

6:10 First thing that every manufacturer writes in every manual: Do not use impact driver.

[@TypeTuber]

Yeah I saw that as well, was going to comment on it but you already did that :) I didn't see a prolonged run with the impact driver so probably didn't overheat the strut internals. Even so, better to get a $300 universal strut tool to attach the upper mounts.

[@kennethgilbertdds7249]

Great assessment and review and repair. Thanks for showing us the insight and details. Have a great new year!

[@uglysteve1]

Car ninja rocks. Laid back and knowledgeable. Thanks Hoovie.

[@cat637d]

Very good format with the multiple plots! I always enjoyed your interactions with the Hoovies. You have a GREAT channel!

[@fockewulf2352]

so many bad tow companies out there, signs to look for is what kind of tows they provide, if they do bank repos and private property impounds DO NOT USE THEM. if they tow for road service insurance companies DO NOT USE THEM. find a tow company that sticks to their word and tows for you....... not a body shop or garage. towed for almost 40 years and i did it for my customers not a business or corporation

[@bryanrobertson6844]

Love how you love your job. Even more so when you’re honest about what cars/engines you hate the most while you’re doing a meticulous job repairing said hated cars/engines.

[@powayimports4175]

The worst part imo about bmw oil leaks is the clean up. The undercover gets saturated full of oil and it takes forever to clean the engine bay nicely.

[@speedy_pit_stop]

You just can tell the level of professionalism at this shop. Thanks for sharing.

[@rolandm9750]

For the Audi bit at the end... The cam lock tool for the EA113 engines is not even really supposed to set the cams or "lock" them in place per se, it's really only to counter-hold them so you can undo the cam adjuster bolt to get the chain off. It's not really intended to set the cam timing on reassembly, nor does the service manual say it is meant for that. There's little arrows on the journal caps that help to ensure the cams are in the right place--there's no marks on the cams but you can just make your own with a marker. There's also a mark on the intake cam sprocket IIRC that's supposed to tell you if it's right (granted on a longitudinal application like the A4 you can't really see this with the engine in the car). The other method is that of "counting the links" in the chain so as to set it back the same way though you still have to rotate the adjuster in this procedure to get it back on. Sure the China tool may have more play than the factory tool but either way it's not intended to ensure the timing is right. I used the cheap China tool without any issues; yes there's some play but I followed the s/m which never tells you it's supposed to set cams based on that tool. That and doing the "link counting" as suggested on forum DIYs, helped me get it right.

[@Henchman1977]

Just finished removing the egr carbon buildup from the intake of my 2014 535d. Replaced all the gaskets while I was there to deal with blowby from the intake. Gaskets all hard. Only realized afterwards the coolant flange from the head was leaking, had to pull intake back off (a little) to replace it. Amazing performance increase from cleaning out intake (200k km).

[@josephmccormack6910]

Johnny is the man. Precise...patient and focused. The sky is the limit for that shop.

[@jeffarto8340]

Thank you for the advice on the neutral latch and shady tow men!!

[@5ebra1]

I enjoyed your video. Your professionalism shows.

[@AZBEEMR]

When he fixed the turn signal stalk the customer never noticed. (BMW)

[@BurrNinja]

Love this channel! Thanks for the videos!!

[@motheolebelo]

Loving the content Ninja. Awesome work, thumbs up 👍

[@metarugia3981]

This beemer came with the optional self lubricating chassis.

[@briantii]

It’s a standard feature on BMWs. With that said I fixed the leaks (diy) on mine so it doesn’t do that anymore.

[@gazpixs]

Top tip on the belts. I keep mine for just in case and use a white marker for direction if I have a problem in the outback. Cheers Gaz

[@briancornish1296]

Blessings to you and your family Ninja! 👍🙏👍

[@rondhole]

Car Ninja, Amazon stuff can be returned until January 31 next year. Also if you buy it from Prime, they always have 2 years satisfaction warranty

[@gs1100ed]

Would definitely get a refund. IMO

[@raymondtan425]

Love the content! I run the same h&r lowering springs on my slk55

[@rickgalla3377]

Agree about the towing, had about 5 tow drivers put tow hook straight thru the cv boot, disaster, thank u, love your channel

[@donkov5322]

Keep up the great work. I bet you have many repeat customers because off your knowledge and demeanor.

[@jamesfrench7299]

This guy deserves to make good money. The BMW looked great after getting it's springs. Can't believe though that he got a Chinese tool to work on Audi timing. What did you expect?

[@TypeTuber]

Yep, this.

[@sunsetrider45]

I was surprised by that too. But he probably thought "how much could they screw up on such a simple tool", which is the rationalization most of us have when comparing the prices of an OEM tool of $500 vs the Amazon knock off that costs $75. We all learn.

[@jamesfrench7299]

@@sunsetrider45 now we know.

[@suttoncoldfield9318]

@@sunsetrider45 Would it be worth taking to a machine shop to get whatever's loose/wrong corrected

[@spencermaiers8322]

Baum makes many of their tools in Taiwan and many of the cheap competing eBay tools look like about the same. I did hear the same factory makes for Baum and other tool suppliers who brand their own tools. I have heard that for S54/BMW engine to only use the OEM can bridge. I did buy that tool and the little pin they provide to drop into the camshaft - the head fell off. A dab of glue and back in business just like the Germans did. How about a $800 tool to remove E70 X5 rear axles from the hubs? Make every part need a special tool, why not.

[@xile321]

The production quality of these videos gets better every time. The presentation is all excellent. Should invest in clip on mics so the audio doesn't fade in and out as they walk about.

[@Djwally13]

Car Ninja, there are other methods to remove a car stuck in park from the flatbed. He was just lazy, or was trained incorrectly. My guess he's just lazy. I wish I was out there in Kansas to provide better (No Damage) service to your customers. Love your channel! 😁👍

[@bonjoe1758]

I really appreciate these car workshop-yt channels of you and your team and from the car wizard. Truly great content! Keep it up

[@died4us590]

The wiz makes a lot of mistakes by not test driving after a repair, and not double checking his work.

[@robertbeirne9813]

I like the Wizard, but I haven’t seen him fix anything in a long time.

[@bonjoe1758]

It could be that he is mainly involved running his company than wrenching on cars himself. We don't know how both workshops are organized when the cameras are off. Still both are highly skilled professionals and are making great content imo 💪

[@ShoelessJP]

The production quality of the videos keeps improving, keep it up.

[@fitter70]

Car ninja is a professional every way. He is one of those guys who does the right thing even when no one is looking.

[@damonbaggs3296]

Hi Car Ninja. Thank you for sharing, its always good to watch the pro's... Question about the timing tool kit- Did you ned to adjust the timing at all? The video didn't make that clear.

[@507MPower]

I really like Jonny (no 'h') 'cause he is the guy that gets the work done and does so with a smile. I'm sick and tired of other mechanics on KZbin saying BMWs are junk or endless money pits, refusing to work on them. Well guess what: When the going gets tough, the tough get going.

[@glennmcgee1729]

Well done Ninja. Very rarely do you see a pro fixing the guts of a steering wheel.

[@bauhau5294]

I love your videos. What kind of cleaner do you use in the purple canister when you are finishing up the jobs?

[@the_retired_mechanic]

So interesting. Keep them coming please

[@paultaylor9652]

Watching from the 🇬🇧 another interesting and knowledgeable video Ninja.

[@bgee461]

H&R are still my fav springs, I run their springs/coilovers on 5 of my cars

[@pclayton5063]

Surprised he didn't do an alignment to check the toe and camber. On the H&R's I've done over the years the camber is off without camber plates.

[@ville85]

@@pclayton5063 and I didn't see him loosen all the control arms and tightening them when the car was back on riding height. So the control arm bushings are now stressed and soon to be fucked🤔

[@derrekjohnson2919]

I changed the valve cover gaskets on my E60 550i and then sold it. Crazy how much time that it takes to change the valve covers on those.

[@TaylorMMontgomery]

This is my first time watching your videos ninja and the parts cleaning sink is a fabulous idea, I've never seen one in any other shop!

I am in love with that 535i !! Very beautiful.

[@TheMidnightNarwhal]

Great vid as always!

[@ozzudali6090]

This channel has gotten so good

[@billcunningham8485]

3:48 the mark the belt tip… new heads up to me but now I know. Thanks Jonny.

[@ScottJ175]

I like that Johnny decorates his tool box for Christmas.

[@ernestjones5113]

Jonny, this happened today. 2 BMW owners came into the shop today. Both needed Brake jobs on the rear brakes. Metal to metal, wear leads ruined, the owners ignored the dash warnings. Salesman approved both jobs.... And this is where it got out of control. Service manager ordered parts, mechanic installed parts, I reset the computers.... And done. NOPE Came back from lunch, shop manager has the rotors we had tossed in the recycle pile, BMW number one owner was there in a tizzy because nobody told her we installed brakes. The salesman gave the go ahead for the work, not by talking to both customers. He talked to the same customer TWICE. In other words, we installed brakes on a BMW that the owner never approved. Yeah, that happened. But it all worked out, at a loss You can't make this stuff up. Other than that, got to work on a fine Maserati this afternoon

[@randalhill6283]

The way that OEM tool just slid in the place at the end of the video was pure magic

[@busterscrugs]

I'm curious if that was after re-timing the motor or if the chinese tool actually got it right, they didn't show him re-timing it.

[@PPRaccoon]

I saw the mk1 TT in the background, i would really like to see your opinion on these cars. Keep it up Ninja

[@chrisg2779]

That is one super clean 535i, wow. And those rims look great on it.

[@janoskovacs95]

"it looks good and drives good", well I had a set of those lowering springs from H&R on my car when I bought it and oh boy what a revelation it was when I threw them into the garbage where they belong. Unfortunately the cars other suspension elements and its underside were already fucked up by those idiotic springs. So yeah, buy a car with actually good suspension and fuck it up so it will "look good" cause that's a suspensions role.

[@HingerBinger]

I too owned a car with some H&R lowering springs on in it, 2000 Pass at Wagon, what a horrid "upgrade", it rode terribly. I replaced the aftermarket springs with stock springs.

[@TheDasbull]

Hmmm. I installed H&R touring cup springs and Bilstein struts on my BMW along with new suspension bushings. It is definitely lower, firmer ride, and it handles better. Choosing suspension parts that work together is important. 😊

[@Alex-rj6sv]

cleanest + most efficient shop in Kansas 👍

[@jamesmedina2062]

Hey Jonny you said the Audi has timing chain but I saw a belt on the front. I had a B5 Passat 1.8 very similar longitudinal engine bay. It brought back memories. So was this a belt or chain for timing? Do you know when they went to chains?

[@greyguy.960]

That's big numbers for a newish channel. I'm impressed Btw I could believe the size of that fan.

[@maddog4390]

His videos, to me are super relaxing to watch . Love it

[@swatl]

I love that shade of blue on the 535.

[@kennaaye8596]

Thanks Car Ninja, cool video!😎

[@8000Christopher]

Hi I had a 2004 BMW 530i, Great car, and I have local Car Ninja, who looked after it very well. It was like a sports car with 4 doors. I do miss it. I replaced it with a 2011 BMW 535xi, and it is a very good car as well, but there are a few things that are inferior to the 2004. A bit of interior stuff, like on the front passenger seat, the leather is loose at the bottom of the front seat, the automatic transmission shifter is not a firm as the 2004, and I had trouble with the audio system. I am still good with this car, it has done me well, but the quality is not up to the standards of the the older models. Thanks for the videos, they are very good. Almost as good as Mr. Hoovies, lol.

[@20TIL6]

great content, well done. I like it.

[@jimmcculloch3786]

Another amazing video. Thank you :)

[@gregoryfairchild2460]

Hey Ninja, what do you think about a 2017 Abarth? My friend just got a Fiat Abarth with a manual & racing stripes wheels etc. It feels way faster than the engine specs out. Its a fun car. Only the e clip fell out of the waste gate pin and we lost boost until we found & replaced it.

[@100PercentJake]

Oh man that 535 is good looking 😍

[@georgerabel3760]

Hey Car Ninja, Great work on details of the job and how you work. Where is your business located?

[@marcsenger8460]

Looks like a reliable company with expertise . I have a question. What are the best petrol engines for a BMW 5 series from 2013 to 2017

[@Andre-jo3bk]

Respect, Ninja. Greetz from Slovenija/EU

[@miketeeveedub5779]

Major service issues: Mercedes - the ABC system Porsche - IMS bearing BMW - Connecting rod bolts, Vanos, alternator oil gasket. No wonder Car Wizard hates BMWs.

[@Djoxiiii777]

Ims bearing on porsche was long ago my friend at this moment porsche flat engines are one of the most reliable engines in world

[@aaryeshg.6526]

Merc has gone away from hydraulic ABC suspension. Now it is Airmatic suspension. Yes it will still leak, but dealing with air leaking is better than hydraulic fluid leaks.

[@bruceelliott4822]

Good job on the turn signal.

[@Soravia]

Never waste money on lowering springs. They add too little spring strength to the amount of travel they remove. The dampers are mismatched as well. Get complete suspension kit with matched dampers to maintain comfort while reducing roll. Springs need to be more than 50% additional strength to lower an inch

[@kerrylewis2581]

The "Buy Once Cry Once" rule applies to so many things in life. It has saved me money in the long run and made me much happier.

[@schawn4925]

Some would argue you’re the best number for subscribers

[@2rueblue]

Their could have been considerable damage done to the vehicle and your property, its sad that people have so little respect for other people's property, I hate assholes with no respect especially when they are making a living moving cars. Another brilliant show and thank you all for all the hard work bringing it to us

[@alexthelion1342]

That tow company should now pay for any transmission, differential, and/or transfer case damages! Not to mention possible control arm damage!

[@HypocriticYT]

Original genuine gasket failed so is there an upgrade for the gasket or just use another original that will fail?

[@mecheng1977]

Car ninja I know you like the N55 but would do you think about the bearing spun issues? Are they overblown?

[@ProcrastinatingWork]

Since I started watching your channel I have sworn off ever owning a luxury car like Audi, BMW, or Benz. The stupidest little things break and costs thousands of dollars to repair.

[@chip_stack]

@@vw5056 apples to oranges comparison. The Toyota don't need engine overhaul and seals replaced

[@briantii]

Yeah I gotta agree. I’ve had my BMW for over 11 years. Never a truly major problem. A few minor oil leaks that I fixed over the years and a water pump. I’d drive it anywhere and it always puts a smile on my face. My newer Audi I’m less convinced on but too soon to tell. The Audi is an amazing road trip car though and the suspension works so well it’s almost worth whatever breaks… so far just a few minor things.

[@spudboy1328]

I watch these videos, and keep thinking, there's no way I'll ever buy a BMW. BMW must hate it every time one of these type of videos goes up. Same with the Mini too...

[@briantii]

Just depends on the BMW…. I’ve had mine for 11 years and it’s a great car.

[@JBM425]

Last summer, my rental was upgraded to a BMW X7. It’s a great car to drive, but when the warranty or lease is up, I’d hate to pay for maintenance and parts.

[@suttoncoldfield9318]

Long time ago, saw an advert in a magazine showing a BMW engine block without the cylinder head, some blurb about how wonderful it was. All I could see was barely 3-4 mm of metal between each cylinder and thought that's gotta be some miracle of a head gasket to seal that.