Getting Our Range Rover To Its MoT... Will It Make It? | Workshop Diaries | Edd China

Driving 'Moss' Daisy to the MoT station turns out to be a little more eventful that planned...
Edd China's Workshop Diaries 22: Driving 'Moss' Daisy to the MoT station & Fixing the wiring on a trailer & Adding some bling to the mezzanine.
With the filthy 4x4 out of the workshop I also take the opportunity to get some other jobs ticked off my ever growing list: I track down and fix a wiring issue on my car transporter trailer (a Brian James Race Transporter 6) and then I go upstairs to finish a job on my hang out space - the mezzanine's stainless steel balustrade.
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[@tenaflyable]

‘A bull in the China shop’ has to be the best line ever on Wheeler Dealers!

[@matthewbradbury2259]

I could quite happily watch a series of the workshop being set up. It looks a great space for working and chilling.

[@hopaideia]

Edd, you are the "Bob Ross" of automotive mechanics

[@danielnightingale8085]

Happy little polybush

[@peterbradburn9115]

So this! No need for shouting, just a bloke doing things really well and talking us through them. Love it.

[@buddrud]

I've said this before in the comments on another Workshop Diaries episode. Some fella replied asking me 'Who's Bob Ross?" . I let out an audible gasp when I read it. Thanks Hector for seeing Edd as I do.

[@pnegeoff5385]

There's nothing wrong having a little tree as a friend.

[@chemeister]

👌

[@Karl-sq5ng]

Time passes by so fast watching Edd's videos. Obviously this has a lot to do with Edd and how he explains things in his calm manner, but this is also a testament to whoever is editing his content.

[@A2Z1Two3]

But I would still like to see his outtakes :)

[@sagem210x]

I must say : Please continue this show and what you are doing ! I really love every bit of it and thats because of the tehcnical details and actually showing how everything works and how its done !

[@mooneyes2k478]

"What could POSSIBLY go wrong!?" Would you like the list in alphabetical order, or by order of likelihood?

[@glennleader8880]

Listed in order by Murphy's Law Rank.

[@NarfBLAST]

@@glennleader8880 In reverse order of what you were most prepared to handle then.

[@glennleader8880]

@@NarfBLAST Ah, the light at the end of the tunnel technique.

[@normanpain573]

T Episode 21 with the Range Rover to Mot station was a beauty. Love the balustrades but it seems Ed, you have grown antlers during the installation. The antlers on the wall behind you on two occasions aligned with your head perfectly!

[@JC-jg7nx]

Well scripted, well edited, fantastically executed. This has become one of my favourite shows very quickly

[@mjallenuk]

My MOT guy doesn't always appreciate the Land Rovers I turn up with... but I'd be a brave soul to turn up with that monstrosity! Balls on you Edd...

[@baturalpegekastas6461]

Me and my Father really appreciate your contents since wheeler dealers, loves from Turkey

[@EngineeringVignettes]

Edd's looking _properly chuffed_ on that railing. Nicely done. Cheers,

[@mrsmith4662]

Terrific job on the stainless steel rails. Definitely measure twice & cut once! They fitted perfectly. We all need a comfortable procratination space.

[@gentlemanzackp6591]

ive seen a guy measure 5x and cut once and was completely way off. he left the building to have a cigarette. roflmao

[@timfagan816]

@@gentlemanzackp6591 in New Zealand, we half arse measure once, and cut about 14 times, then still have to tidy it up with the flap disk on the grinder cos it's not straight! Then throw that bit away, and start again, cos the 1st bit you just done ended up to short, cos you ground to much off. 🤣🤣.

[@gfpunto]

I really really appreciate all the effort on production and editing. So, congrats and thank you for the great content!

[@gentlemanzer]

A bull in the China shop, what a perfect way of putting it!

[@TheVoiTube]

Nice that Edd is back. Must follow these diaries. "Oh, suits you sir. The lambo."

[@parrotraiser6541]

"The Bull in a China shop"; brilliant wordsmithing!

[@t.fahrmann9757]

...the lounge area and the stairs up are the coolest thing ever....very impressive 👨‍🦲😁😄

[@chrishowells3097]

Does the spiral staircase hide a barbershop. It looks like Ed got a haircut from the bottom to the top of the stairs. Its very Mr. Benn like..

[@colinwilson8523]

I think it was to visually emphasise the place being a "bit different" ... quite well thought out if mr China meant it.

[@sandhopper99]

@@colinwilson8523

[@sustainable7865]

Hahahaha, noticed. I would like a staircase like that. A walk up the steps and the hair is newly cut and clean clothes. Check

[@Groucho92]

"A change of gear for your head" -Edd

[@justignoreme7725]

Presumably a continuity error caused by shooting different segments on different days. I have been assuming that Edd is answering these messages in real time and then either he or or his editor is editing them into video that has been shot in the past. I am assuming he and his team are shooting out as much of a video as possible repairing a vehicle and ideally completing it and then cutting it up to make episodic TV mixed with sections waiting for the inserting of these Ask Edd questions So one question is: Is Edd actually reading all this verbiage or are they first being screened by a researcher? I throughly hope it's the latter and if so hello unknown researcher, thanks for doing a really thankless task, which is why I set all this comment, this way: So I could thank you!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@cyrus138]

When I first started watching Wheeler Dealers my main complaint was Edd often never get to drive the cars. And now, I win.

[@michaelblacktree]

Ansell gloves and Gretell work boots would be epic! 😄

[@johndanielpalmer]

Loved the episode. Was enjoyable start to finish, especially when tackling the electrics on the trailer and the metal work.

[@Anuskasv0]

This is some quality content. Very well filmed, edited, good sound quality and ofcourse Edd is a great host.

[@habsom1406]

Totally agree!

[@robertsmith9967]

edd is way better than that charlatan he used to have as his understudy

[@Dynamic_AV]

Very high production value. Great visual work.

[@automotivetales]

What a space for procrastination! Proper man cave! Love the work edd - wish I had that sort of space to play with and display my cars & memorabilia 😃

[@markdaugherty6378]

Your love for the Range Rover still eludes my sensibilities, great video Ed, keep up the great videos and results. Hats off to the camera work person.

[@constantnewb7599]

Enjoyed the variation in this episode, just feels like this is a journey, especially with the garage stuff, and not just a series of episodes :)

[@Stefonius]

"This is actually rather comfortable", says Edd, with his kneecaps straddling the steering wheel and his head almost against the roof. At 6'5", I feel his pain.

[@midlandt4249]

Top man !!! I was amazed at the methodical approach to the trailer wiring.

[@grahamhaynes7658]

I remember sitting in a brand new,newly released 4 door Range Rover on their stand at the Yorkshire Show around 1983,how time flies by.

[@HobbyMotorDK]

Great episode - as always. Whoever does your filming - they deserve a raise - fantastic footage. Thanks.

[@robertbessara240]

I need my own "Procrastination Space"! :)

[@tomjoad1363]

Nowadays it's call a man cave. I'd prefer a study if I had enough room for it.

[@sambrooks7862]

I'd give it some thought first!

[@grahamx8623]

Absolutely love this channel, it really is a bit special. The mezzanine is maybe better we thought, the process of climbing the stairs has changed Ed’s shirt from being dirty and worn to crisp and freshly laundered. Proof if it were needed of the man’s genius😊😊

[@itsallfabrication]

Love watching these videos Ed, this is the stuff we really want to see.

[@pamboskourtoulos5239]

You NEVER bore us Edd, great video. Thanks.

[@geoffreycarter3981]

"Well it's going quite well! We've actually made it about halfway to the MOT station" haha gotta have this optimism with old cars!

[@rafaelllaverogarcia7433]

The town you drive through in your last video is very beautiful, it seems like something out of a story, greetings.

[@kendocashwell4537]

It is really great to se you working on your personal projects. I always feel that it is one of the rewards of working hard for others. Great look on the workshop ! Kendo

[@alexeustice8175]

Absolutely loving this series!!

[@ArthurDaley1]

I fully expect a Marty McFly character to turn up in a Delorean saying “Doc China you’ve gotta help me with this time machine you made”

[@mobiledevto]

Are You Telling Me You Built A Time Machine Out Of A Delorean?

[@engineslovetostartmatthew]

👍😂

[@johnweek5677]

…Waiting The continue bar costruction.. 👍👍👍👍 edd you’re a big!! We Follow you!!! 👍👍👍👍

[@haydensansom9115]

I am completely shaken at your answer to what car was your favorite to work on. That episode of WD stands out in my memory because the work you did on that car was such a masterful showcase of your skills. I will always remember that episode and it gives me joy that it was special for you, too. Cheers!

[@anarsamedi7358]

What happen to Paul from WD? That man was always there when help was needed.

[@Labgorilla]

Never thought I’d be sitting here watching you build a bloody bannister

[@TheSkunkyMonk]

Was good though wasn't it :P

[@EWCRC]

I would watch Edd build a phone book.

[@robertmcada2102]

You have hit the ground running. Thank you. I owned an 88 range Rover I drove it across the Llano River in Texas to the Pacific Coast of Mexico. They repaired with the simples of tools in the Chihuahua desert. Jungle tested I Love this 4 by 4.

[@waynedl99]

That mezzanine / procrastination area is awesome, proper place to chill with your mates and thoughts.

[@brendonelton]

This is worthy of being classified as binge watching stuff! Thank you Edd! Quality stuff.

[@Ivorbiggin]

Only if you have missed a few episodes 😉

[@paulert23]

love seeing you work on other stuff than cars aswell! nice change of pace

[@charlesdalton985]

Absolutely fantastic getting to watch you work again, and learning from it. Thank you for these - cheers!

[@hughbarton5743]

Being a Murrican,, my familiarity with your MOT system is anecdotal, a best ....so I'll hedge my bet by saying: however many hard fail points are possible, I 'll take the " over "bet on points: I'm thinking that this rolling assemblage of bits, pluck, and luck will fail + 50% of possible faults.Edd, your courage and character in this berserk endeavor are admirable, at the very least! Rock on, Edd!

[@hughnelmes864]

Edd is brilliant presenter. Hope you break the million subscriptions soon.

[@A2Z1Two3]

I remember the very early days of his presenting , and he was a bit green , but now one of the best I agree.

[@pwrshots]

tell a friend :)

[@karlsumner5594]

Brilliant camerawork, loving this series!

[@alexandersunter4899]

Superb! Well hooked. It’s the way Ed does it don’t you agree.

[@utuber2940]

CHINYA!!!! that boat is sweet and that duesenberg is a dream ride...

[@bigwo59]

Ed's penchant for art and design comes through every scene and shot. Top marks for production!

[@tomjoad1363]

Yes. Europeans influences. American can not do that.

[@darreng745]

@@tomjoad1363 Taking a cheap shot at the US production house who took over WD from Attaboy?

[@tomjoad1363]

@@darreng745 Yep. ^^

[@silasmarner7586]

10:31 I had a wiring issue on my trailer.. What ended up happening is I shorted some of the wires thru chafing (how oh how did I let THAT happen) but the Ford E150 van I have has SEPARATE fuses for the trailer circuits. Brilliant! That way you don't disable your vehicles turn - and stop - and running - lights if you short your trailer lights. All separated up at the fuse box.

[@Makatea]

That's not some Ford brilliance, but totally standard and required across the board to have seperate fuses for the trailer circuits.

[@cyrus138]

Now this is the real Learning Channel.

[@Tom-Lahaye]

I like your "procrastination space", hope some wonderful ideas will sprout from there!

[@habsom1406]

Great episode, mixing it up a little. love the mezzanine, looks very impressive and seriously well engineered, you could teach Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen a thing or two regarding interior design. The soundtrack for the Range Rover was very appropriate, great to see the old girl on the road, can't wait to hear the outcome of the MOT.

[@leeneal6969]

No Tesla will ever reach the age of that Range Rover

[@bertiewooster3326]

That Watson is the plan no more old cars in the future !

[@leeneal6969]

@@bertiewooster3326 Really!! Are you really that short sighted? So you feel that disposable cars are the way forward? Disposable cars are better for the environment? Even though todays "experts" tell us that our throwaway society is having a terrible effect on our environment, you want to add cars to that list? Well with our future in the hands of mindful people like you, how can we go wrong?

[@bertiewooster3326]

@@leeneal6969 Rather pointed with your comments old chum .First I work in the city as a trader 25+ years and your trying to tell me that I'm wrong in my analysis of the motor industry and Government strategy! Here's a factoid for you the ASM recycling company at one location North of London receives on average 65cars a day every day for scrapping average age 5 to 12 years....not rusted not bashed not worn out..but electronically buggered . Now go and study the manufacture of Electronic components and speak to the boffins that make them you may not be surprised that the these are deliberately made to fail after a predetermined time. Electronic failure is the new rust . Yes if the part fails in an accessible place you can replace it....but surprise it's not but located in difficult locations that necessitates removal of dash of engine etc .Thus the labour cost outweighs the value of the car ,which is determined by the dealer network. Therefore most are scrapped at that point and the punter buys a another car. My own 2014 Mercedes 350 was traded in as the Electronics hidden under dash failed to remove the dash and ancillary items was over £ 4000 the car was valued at £ 7k so away it went to ASM maybe for parts who cares. So chum don't lecture me about the car industry and the Government so called strategy for the future its my job to know to and make" loads of money" for me and my clients .

[@sambrooks7862]

@@bertiewooster3326 brilliant analytical comment.

[@davidvanbockern2310]

What I would call that great new space your building is a awesome Man Cave! 👍

[@timfagan816]

That procrastination space is frigging epic! Who needs a house, I'd happily sleep on the sofa up there!

[@jyvben1520]

and have take out all the time ? no kitchen, wash in the bathroom sink (if there is one)

[@timfagan816]

@@jyvben1520 🙃

[@jyvben1520]

@@timfagan816 Upside-Down Face A classic smiley, turned upside down, so this means you are disappointed ? bubble burst, oh dear, have a cuppa

[@timfagan816]

@@jyvben1520 The upside-down face emoji, sometimes known as the upside-down smiley face, has several meanings depending on the context and personality of the user. It can indicate silliness, sarcasm, irony, passive aggression, or frustrated resignation. I was using it In silliness! Nothing wrong with takeaways, and a wash up in the sink, bud. At least you'll have an area to procrastinat while thinking about what takeaway your going to have!

[@jyvben1520]

@@timfagan816 ;-)

[@wesleycanovas8279]

Ed gosto muito dos teus vídeos !!! Você é de mais !!!! Melhor mecânico do mundo!!!! ,❤️

[@fatrambo73]

thanks for a new video i was so happy when I came across your channel, cant wait to see the mot results should be quite a comprehensive list , :)

[@nickdavison9771]

Finishing the railings before adding a bar... smart move :)

[@skf2]

This series just has to pick up. It has everything: craftsmanship (obviously), engineering, humor and all of them are bundled very humbly. Love it...

[@pabloibaceta5932]

I love this show edd!! keep doing'it forever!! :D Greetings from argentina!

[@LPMusicON]

Been waiting all week for this! Thanks Edd!

[@fatrambo73]

me too cant wait to see the fail sheet

[@FULLTHROTTLEAUTO]

Some of the best content on KZbin. Thanks Edd and everyone involved!

[@trevorpeauk3931]

Like the coffee cup “rings” Edd. Just how it should be in a workshop. Thanks for great vids..

[@dhdove]

Ed: ‘a bull into the china shop” Mike: “I see what you did there”

[@tomjoad1363]

Don't pronounce him never ever again. It's the "Dealer Stealer".

[@uksupporter8867]

Mike I’m so boring and childish Brewer

[@tedlym.3390]

@@uksupporter8867 Don't forget that Mike is USELESS!

[@juliocaubin8091]

Estoy deseando ver que sale de ese MOT (ITV en España), ha sido un chasco cuando se ha quedado pendiente para "another day"

[@jonnycando]

Patience amigo!

[@mickeyfilmer5551]

Having watched nearly,if not all of Wheeler Dealers , and now watching your brilliant show, I realised, I don't have to fast forward the annoying bits, because , well there aren't any. Your approach to showing how to fix motors has even me, a fully indentured marine engineer who hated working on cars, a renewed enthusiasm - I find myself checking for new episodes regularly. This channel was your destiny, and boy have you owned the car repair quarter now that you're flying (or driving) solo. Cheers Edd, wishing you all the best, and I know you will become massive on KZbin very soon, and I mean MASSIVE !

[@kastooMcFry]

Beautiful space - glad you have your priority straight, building a bar next! :) Thanks for bringing us along, Edd.

[@brmuniz5001]

COMO SEMPRE. VOCÊ É FANTÁSTICO

[@DjPsYcOtIc]

These are the video's you should keep making Edd, very good and interesting. Thank you.

[@GraemeHart8888]

Classic Range Rover. Breaks down on the way up the hill. Clearly repaired to factory spec and "as new" standard! 😁😁😁

[@GreyRockOne]

Fantastic and very enjoyable show Edd! And what's not to love about that mezzanine! The production and lighting qualities are second to none, and of course the Host!

[@TRISTANorTRIS]

Wow. Doing well in the subscribers Edd! Doesn’t surprise me though.

[@Everett-xe3eg]

Edd's great!

[@me282uk]

Don't forget the number plates on the road! Flip/cover them for garage filming, but you'll need to go through blurring them when on the road.

[@oldrrocr]

Thanks again Edd. It takes a person who has confidence, know-how and a LOT of patience to do what you just did, tracking down that electrical problem. I supposed it doesn't matter where you start, but I would have checked those crimps and splices first, then the connections on the left side (the source of the problem) before getting into the right/left wiring. Maybe that's just me, so thanks for the thorough walk-through. Love that you're back!

[@jeffkeith637]

Just an exceptional show. Great detail, great selection of jobs.

[@cameronmurie]

Edd - I want to see you sorting out an Elderly Rolls Royce.

[@nzwakele]

Car might be cheap but the parts are still expensive

[@Makatea]

Putting a Tesla drivetrain in a Rolls might be a good idea. Even less noise than before, but leaves any combustion-engine car behind at the red light.

[@tomjoad1363]

@@Makatea FOr a few hundred miles before the car combustion engine powered continue it's way while the RR is recharging it.

[@Makatea]

@@tomjoad1363 So what, in a Rolls you're not going to drive for endless hours without ever making a pause. You stop at a supercharger, plug it in. Then you have 15, minutes to pee, drink, eat, whatever before you continue your journey well rested.

[@tomjoad1363]

@@Makatea First I will not drive a Rolls Royce for such a long trip. A confy Sedan will to the trick. A diesel one so I have a range of 800-900 km before I need to reload some fuel. The faster the charger the shorter the battery lifespan will be. So at the end you'll have to swap your battery pack and pollute the environment more regularly. Now you should now that what happened in Afghanistan will have repercussions ont the "all electric" stupi politics which is being encouraged here. The Talibans does control now one of the biggest Lithium deposit in the world. For environmental reason China dealt an aggrement with Talibans do buy their LIthium so they don't destroy CHina environment. And so did Russia. WHich means from now on, every battery china made will finance islamic terrorism. That should have been thought before going "full electric"...

[@djdrwatson]

5:34 No visible number plate showing on the vehicle means it's an instant MOT fail. That's why Jason the tester is shaking his head.

[@mbak7801]

The number plates were probably obscured in the video preparation stage. In the real world they were visible.

[@CoherentChimp]

@@mbak7801 Whooooosh.

[@Makatea]

The MOT-guy has far more than the license-plate to shake his head about. Given the state of the Rust-Rover, he might even end up getting a headache from all the head-shaking ;-)

[@HansDelbruck53]

"...a bull into the China shop." I liked that clever reference in regard to the Lamborghini.

[@xeode]

Loving your work, just the right amount of geek and practical! Getting good at the title/thumbnail selection I see too, hope it keeps picking up and looking forward to more

[@jeff1176]

I really don't like hearing "a job for another day". I want to keep watching Edd. Lol

[@charlieboyok]

Yeah me too , l hate those last words , it feels like the end........😭 I have told Edd to make them episodes longer , so we can sit down & watch with a cup of Rosy or Coffee 😀

[@michaelpeckover6047]

Hi Edd, What happened to Paul from Wheeler Dealers?

[@PeakTorque]

Mike ate him

[@fxmontes83]

Ed please make the bar soon! Thank you

[@crazybiker6415]

Could watch it for hours... Great stuff !!!

[@harryvanpoeteren4273]

it should be called “The Procrastination Station” instead…………..👍🏼

[@scotty197878]

Are the “can’t argue with stupid” references to ‘you know who’ ?

[@jonnycando]

It’s actually is or was a common tee in the States…..irreverent but that’s what you will find on tees…

[@VLG105]

Stick your hand out son!

[@arthurkettle3010]

So much to enjoy there Edd....great content👍......and can't wait for the aqua car project!

[@silverian]

Nice work and troubleshooting with trailer indicators! Great refreshment area!

[@johnnyfletcher1961]

I’d like to get Scotty Kilmer and Ed China together for a coffee, tea, brew, or whatever. That would be a great video to watch!!

[@VintageMovieChannel]

that guy is unbearable to listen to.

[@johnnyfletcher1961]

@@VintageMovieChannel I don’t think so Tim. Lol.

[@wickedgood1984]

Anyone else notice the hair change between edd walking up the mezzanine stairs. I had to go back and watch it a few time. It was a sweet transition. But it made me do a double take.

[@Rexter2k]

Was just about to post the same as well. A haircut and a change of clothes!

[@MakeAllThingsBeautiful]

be sweet revenge if vidal sassoon end up on the sponsors list, Edd really should do an entire 40 minute slot comparing the range of hair shampoos for men, could have a debate section about which hair shampoo Edd uses ... Dove for Men? sorry it's not really revenge, great show but the 'Tesla v (Johns) Range Rover race up a hill'' ... a bit naughty Edd

[@betterireland1]

Picture perfect moment. Huge old Lambo. Huge old mountains in the back round. And huge Ed towering over the two . :-)

[@haakonkolberg6390]

Edd and James May would be a great combo

[@mikeluscher159]

Why not change the transmission fluid again several times to flush out the contamination out of it?

[@TheAndre8900]

Probably too late, too much grime ruined the clutch pack and slips causes the atf to overheat. Also, flushing causes more slippage.

[@paoloviti6156]

@@TheAndre8900 my opinion is that it is a good idea to pull down the gear box and open up everything down to the last bolt and accurately clean it and put new oil fluid but it it will quite a job. Perhaps it will be more convenient to fetch a good second hand gear box...

[@aljanat5375]

@Mike Jackson You my friend should stay at Neverland and not take the p out of our old beautiful Range Rover, the crustiness is a sign of character.

[@aljanat5375]

@@TheAndre8900 I hope this does not sound a little rude but, are you a transmission rebuilder or expert?

[@aljanat5375]

@@paoloviti6156 Honestly better of out sourcing that to an expert unless Edd is a dab hand at transmission rebuilds. The synchro's are probably damaged and clutch packs may need some sort of fiddling or replacing, not that I have a clue what a clutch pack is. Gearstick and linkage assembly should also be taken out, wiped clean, checked for wear and re-greased if no welding, r-shaping or replacing is needed. Silly thing but the stick and mechanism may be more worn than the core of the transmission e.g. pinion gears etc. Not that Im an expert.

[@matrixclese]

And just like that edd resigned himself to work on the same old piece of garbage car for the rest of his days

[@aljanat5375]

That 4 x 4 is mechanically fine, also he is allowing the smaller budget blokes and rural petrol heads a hand up when dealing with common issues in Range Rover ownership. That gearbox may of course be a bit worse for wear due to the chocolate sauce it was steeped in for an indeterminate length of time.

[@scottcates]

Edd Chyna in French cuffs--never thought I'd live to see the day😜

[@sanityormadness]

Unkind of me, I know, but I couldn't help but giggle at how going up the Bat-Stairs magically cleaned Edd's clothes (c. 26:40 ). 😄

[@airspeedmph]

And cut his hair :)