How to upgrade the paddle shifters in the Audi R8

[@VanOneFour]

Just a tip from working at a VW/Audi tech, just helpful information to you or others. Any connectors, push them together first, press on the release clip, then pull apart. This will help A TON of people who are having problems with getting connectors apart. Your not doing anything wrong, just a tip to share! Great video! Oh, and a good set of short and long picks are some of the most useful tools I had.

[@Mogry51]

This. Fantastic tip! I'm also a certified VW / VAG Service Tech and I had to learn this the hard way ... (looking at you cam angle- & knock sensor) Thank you Jay for this cool video 👍🏻 btw beautiful R8 and nice working space!

[@jcpahman77]

This applies to so many connectors. Push them in to relieve any tension that might be making it difficult to release the clip. It's the first thing I do before going full 200 pound gorilla and breaking something.

[@itsyaboikirbo]

its always a treat when you share your interest in cars Jay, hopefully we can get more of this in the future :)

[@thevoid7332]

The "leather punch" that Jay has is actually called an Awl. A punch usually removes a bit of material rather than just pierce it. This has been your leather working lesson of the day. :)

[@Lizlodude]

Always liked awls. It's like stocker or aunt, it doesn't matter how hard you try, you always say owl and anyone who doesn't already know what it is looks at you like you're crazy.

[@strongislandx]

I always remember an awl because that's how braille was invented. Caused him to lose his eye and also used the awl I think to make the bumps

[@aleksandrbmelnikov]

I've watched a lot of Reality videos. If you make one from a long nail wrapped with strips of bed sheet as a handle, then it's called a PigSticker. But if it's made from any flat sharp object, then it's called a shank. Thank you, kiddies. Next time, i will teach you awl how to make wine in the toilet. 🎼It's a beautiful day in the neighborhood.🎵

[@thisismelsemail1217]

Leave it to Jay to do a job twice just for the sake of teaching people. Literally the best guy ever!

[@Ball.Daily11]

Id do it twice too if I was getting paid the second time lol

[@adamsouthgate1195]

As a car guy who has got into both your channel and computers throughout the pandemic, these kinda videos get a big thumbs up from myself. I look forward to seeing some more car content from you

[@iracc876]

I love watching install videos knowing I’ll probably never install something this expensive 😭

[@MexicanPoro]

Lucky for your it also works with a TTRs which is slightly cheaper lol 😂

[@wikipediaboyful]

Well you still need the base game before purchasing any expensive dlc

[@dakbassett]

That will be true if you continue to have that mindset. People who get what they want in life don't tell themselves "I'll never..."

[@disco.theque]

My thought when he mentioned the discount code for the paddles was "How many of Jay's viewers drive an R8?"

[@mr.sunnyg5510]

​@@disco.thequeI'm a gamers nexus type guy myself 😂 this is just to master racey for me

[@3w3Ch00B]

I suppose it's already watercooled, now it just needs more RGB!

[@jayee88]

I have these paddles on my M2. Worth mentioning that you can dampen the sound a bit by opening the housing and adding tape/foam/etc behind the magnet if the sound is too pingy for your liking. I don't mind it but my passengers always ask what that loud clacking sound is when I shift. Also they have aluminum paddle option if you don't want carbon fiber.

[@aserta]

The aluminium one is the best for two reasons. CF damages over time: sun, oil from your hands etc. And secondly because the aluminium ones cool down, so on a hot sunny day, you'll have less chance of burnt fingers.

[@rustler08]

@@aserta You do realize that CF stays waaaay cooler than aluminum, right? If you've ever had a carbon fiber exhaust before on a motorcycle, you know that it's one of the massive benefits of using one: they really don't get that hot. Aluminum cools off quickly, but so does CF while also just never getting all that hot to begin with. But, you are correct about damage because of UV.

[@OmegaBlack999]

these vids remind me that i'd probably watch videos on just about anything made by you, lol. you're great at tutorials and in how you speak to your audience. you're a good communicator and you're just likable. as one of your usual viewers, i have also watched all of your car mod stuff, side project stuff, and vlogs just bc i like how you show us stuff. thanks, Jay! Love all you guys!

[@SouthernOhioprepping]

Well done Jay. It would be nice if more channels posted videos on how to do things with your level of information.

[@justinoliveros6247]

Let's go more PC + car content!!

[@dxthnxgglesux]

Watching this makes me glad I did not buy an R8! I really considered it after the Final Fantasy one...

[@aserta]

Not a car content channel: Does a better job of explaining a car tutorial than ... basically all the car channels on KZbin and that includes the official german channels of BMW which are so anal about details, they'll even tell you what humidity the day should have (i'm joking about the last part... but am i?).

[@DarthChewie]

Very useful video for when I win the Lotto and buy an R8! Jokes aside, nice that Jay points out the common "Now do everything in reverse" issue that seemingly every car mod video does. Jay does it right, show the process!

[@ericbauer4559]

If you roll the window to the top and briefly release the switch and then hold the switch for a second it will set the basic settings. In the world of flat rate, this will shave off 9 seconds per window. 👍🏻

[@NoxiousPluK]

Glad to see car content here now :) would also love to see more stuff on y'alls 3D printing adventures, your improving guitar skills, etc..

[@Snowshill]

tech stuff is tech stuff be it a pc or a car always fun to see stuff like this I otherwise wouldnt and I get to tick off stuff from my "how does that work" and "whats it look like in there" lists \o/

[@OldBuford]

PC and car talk...i am home. Now we just need a Jayztwoguns channel!

[@PoobahUK]

From an R8Talk member, thanks for this Jay. Really comprehensive. 👌

[@theredscourge]

Next upgrade you might want to consider is unscrewing the rad cap and driving a Honda or a Toyota under it so you don't have a costly breakdown in a few years.

[@_khayjeet_]

Not sure yet what to make of car stuff videos get uploaded on the main channel. I know views on pc tech stuff videos are down because of greedy pricing and inflation. But still... lets see how it works out. 🤔🙄

[@timothymine1135]

The auto up down is not the same on ever car. The hoops i have to jump thru on my acura are a pain lol. Plus a lot of the newer VWs and audis you have to use the tool to complete it. Also on a frameless door you should be doing that with the door closed or you could end up braking the glass as you are training it to know where the closed position is and it could extend too high and brake the glass when you close the door.

[@Kempy-bv2pq]

Great to see you working on your passions Jay. Great video😊

[@bushwickbillOG]

talk about being out of touch with your audience, Jay is turning into linus, do you seriously think even .1% of your viewers own an R8?

[@nzkshatriya6298]

Well, so just go to a stick shift No crappy paddles that way Then you can drive to the Initial-D soundtrack

[@ariyanadumon4549]

I love that youre a Gearhead too. I follow your other channel and am stoked to see you do a crossover like this. This was cool as Hell Jay.

[@izack0128]

Hmm, a rare case of car video on a tech channel?? Me likey likey. Gonna watch it thoroughly. I was expecting this video on your second channel though.

[@jdk4dawin]

I love the "i hope you know how to count until 10 or you shouldn't be doing this". Love the alternative content.

[@mehck-gk9yn]

Had an Audi. They wanted almost $5k to fix the rear window motor burning out. I sold it.

[@steperrett5005]

Hi jay but Shouldn't this video be on ur other channel JayzTwoCars

[@markissboi3583]

My aussie bro outlaw had some side airbag light on the dash ford ute that wouldnt go away for a roadworthy He tried changing the drivers seat & the star seat screws were a fooka to undo WTF FORD it bent the socket anyway 2 days to go he undid the dash & put a piece of black tape over the faulty light Uha Fixed xd no garage or Ford tech could find an answer to this problem RESULT he passed roadworthy Ha! fook faulty lite crap if a truck hit you on the side you wont know about it anyway bag or not ...

[@markissboi3583]

Aussie Scallywag redkneck boys

[@samlevi4744]

If you can afford an R8, you can afford to pay someone to install them. Lol. But you’re pulling a Linus by monetizing personal tech improvements. Lol (no judgment tho, if it’s entertaining for viewers, who cares if you benefit twice from it. Lol).

[@Jayztwocents]

Why would I want to pay someone to do something I can do. Of all the comments you could have made you chose this one? Lol

[@mickocstreamarchive]

I think the "cutoff hooked dental pick type of tool" might be called a traveler hook?

[@f4t4lity0r4]

Hell yeah, I always forget Jay is a car guy. Still remember him doing a video on bedding in brakes.

[@chrishahn2937]

Fantastic step by step guide. I really like the emphasis on disconnecting all the various plugs. It’s annoying how virtually every plug is different and it’s never as obvious as it should be for how to take them apart

[@ToxicRayquaza]

Never in a million years would I expect you to upload a car mod install video.

[@STAG162]

you're lucky I like car mods as well as PC mods. 😆🇦🇺

[@SpyderRacing]

JayzTwoCents trackdays? Wonder if we could get enough people together to make it happen lol.

[@slaysi]

Now I just need an Audi R8 to upgrade my paddle shifters.

[@gkipp3924]

I thought you did something like this on you car channel like a year ago. Still a great video love the change up every now and then

[@Jayztwocents]

That was the steering wheel replacement, not paddles

[@BT.TexasDFW]

First time seeing anyone work on an Audi. Why the hell would the engineers make an engine bay with the battery tucked away behind an access panel that small. They are practically BEGGING you to not work on your own car!

[@Jayztwocents]

You should see what you have to do to get the battery out! Step 1... remove windshield wipers. (Not kidding)

[@BT.TexasDFW]

@@Jayztwocents Just asinine! Anyway, thanks for the video Jay!

[@jessehill3780]

Man went from 370z to Camaro to an R8. Lotta nice cars.

[@MapleNachiman]

Please don't copy Linus and start making dumb car videos.

[@Jayztwocents]

Linus isn't a car guy, I am. If you don't like it don't watch.

[@javiermartinez8809]

This is for the 1% because I know for a fact no one in here owns that kind of car , 1% jay

[@Jayztwocents]

You'd be surprised

[@ZenithGamingFPS]

wow i never realized how awesome this type of content could be. i love cars, computers and sim racing so this is right in my wheelhouse. going to have to check out your other channel. Its really refreshing to see someone with technical knowledge do a video like this.

[@MaxIronsThird]

dude, i lost an entire day last weekend to a guy just cleaning, sanding, repainting and polishing cars, weirdly intesresting.

[@TENNESSEETRACKHAWK]

pathetic on a $180k car smfh

[@chrystal6076]

I love the gearbox on the R8 and Hurracan it‘s pretty much the best/quickest out there. Only a few miliseconds from pushing the paddle to gear shift. I love the german engineering always the top 😃. Also nice to see Lamborghini with the german quality and performance nowadays. That R8 is just the more smooth and less ‚look at me‘ more introvert version of it. Love it

[@dotcom624]

I really appreciate that you showed what depressing the spring did instead of just saying “depress the spring” at 7:35 . The way my brain works, I can create a visual in my head of exactly what I’m doing if I run into an issue. Thanks for the different type of video! My example of a similar situation is that installing a car stereo once, instructions said to remove a connector for the 4-way flasher switch, but didn’t mention that it had a clip like the orange one you showed on the yellow connector. Did the install on hard mode with the switch flipped back. FF a few years, new stereo, new instructions “pull out the clip”. Fuuuuuu😖 Edit: clarity, autocorrect

[@angelcm156]

Well never was too much into cars, but Jake can spark my interest in things I never think about so easily

[@TobiasRieperGER]

I am a native german, from germany, so i know german cars. Here is my advice to you. STOP BUYING GERMAN CARS! They are all junk and expensive to repair. The most expensive brands in service are BMW and Audi. They aren't worth to buy and will financially ruin you!

[@jayasooriya]

I thought this is about a “New Racing Sim”, When I saw the thumbnail I was like “Holly shite, That wheel is awesome” then watch the video to realize it’s actually about the car & not about the Computer. But I watch it till the end & love the content. I don’t own the Audi but it’s good to know about that power window auto mode error & how to fix it. I learned something today & I’m grateful about that as always. ❤ ThankX Jay & team, keep up with the good work 👍🏼

[@esaef91]

Jay most of us can't even buy a GPU.

[@DrivenKeys]

I hate that battery access! But I love how simple removing the airbag is. Nice video overall, good to see something different.

[@RTAMOTORSPORTS]

Jay i have an 18 ZL1 M6 and been looking at the prior gen R8 5.2 like a MY 14. I know it's older but what has been your experience with going from ZL1 to the R8.

[@GS0CK6]

Everyone saying disconnect battery so the airbag doesn’t go off is only true if you accidentally poke the airbags connector with a metal tool while disconnecting it effectively shorting it. Y’all saw that plug, you don’t need metal near it and it’s huge, you ain’t getting anything near its pins to short it and cause the airbag to blow. You can definitely do this for modern cars without disconnecting the battery. Just as jay said, you get SBS errors.

[@mikek92]

And here I thought I unsubscribed to Linus Tech Tips....😂

[@Jayztwocents]

You think Linus would actually know how to do this?

[@user-ec6ej4dp6t]

Jay just taught us how to steal his car.

[@ShinXyres]

I love it! Car content rocks.

[@licustoms]

🔎I don't see an Audi R8 affiliate buy now link...

[@licustoms]

Beautiful car, Jay! I was on the original waiting list for one before they came out but was not lucky enough to get selected to have the option to buy one.

[@CastNDestroyAngling]

Awesome.. Two of my favorite things cars and computers. Now if we can get you to go fishing you will be the only channel with all three of my fav hobbies.. Also nice lambo...err...i mean. Audi 😅

[@AZM3DIA]

Hows the Madtrace paddles? I have a G80 M3 comp and wanted to replace my paddles with those Madtraces, I also heard the Madtrace magnetic paddles are actually made from sim racing shifters.

[@desupernoodle]

I'm not even a car guy but this stuff is so interesting. I like it!

[@Fregatte86]

Pretty complicated wheel build

[@MetalMystica]

It's crazy how much in there would fit in my VW Polo mk5 6C GTi ( I don't believe they sell them in the US , but its comparable with a Golf), I literally see things in there and hey.. Those are the same as mine, and the Polo is no supercar, but it has a Turbo! But, Jay... where is the Camaro? That still is sexier than the R8! The R8 is a juiced up Beetle, so I wanna see the real car, the Camaro.. oh, and the Nissan. Give em some screentime!!!!

[@danzapix]

Car stuff? Yeah, I'm gladly watch this. More of a JDM guy, but I'll watch you screw around with your R8! That said... Paddle shifters... *sigh* The death of stick shifting... I don't want to live in this world anymore! Here's to hoping my 2018 STi lives until die, because automatics can burn.

[@EinSwitzer]

COmputeR mods.. 300+ to EACH wheel you will love it .. buy a spare turbo and fittings.. HAVE FUN BE SAFE

[@lisathurston8265]

But Jay! This channel is a PC Channel. What about the Jayztwocars channel? We are dying for some Car Stuff! We need Car Stuff too! We fans like both PC's and CARS! Vroom Vroom! 😁Now if you can bottle high Octane and burnt rubber in a cologne/Perfume I would buy a gallon size!

[@Do_ToasterBath]

I honestly didnt realize you had a car channel until right now. I knew you liked cars but i always thought it was just a personal hobby that you keep to yourself Also im building a new pc and i just want a quick 0-10 rating 5800x3d 6800 XT 32gb c18 3600 ram Car is a 2018 Camaro SS

[@Arhey]

Important in best case place airbag in the passenger footwell the Logo facing up, so in case airbag triggers it won't go flying. Just as additional safety measure.

[@mindinversions4487]

SO now I need to get mechanical switches for my 2019 Mustang GT PP1? Can I get Black Ink V2s? That said, that looks very similar to the airbag removal on said Mustang... [The Alcantara GT350 wheel was SOOO worth it tho]

[@sardonic_irony]

You have the wrong model-year! I have a 2008 TT, and the steering wheel (and paddle shifters) is exactly the same! You should have bought a pre-2011 RX8. That way, you could replace all that stuff easily! Rookie move.

[@shaunsizemore5708]

This was a good video, BUT PLEASE LISTEN do not under any circumstance disconnect an airbag without removing power from the vehicle unless you want to get hit with an airbag. Not a definite but very possible to activate them. Just fyi

[@outlet6989]

Jay, you have moved from DIY Second Class to First Class. Do I see a new JayzTwoCents tool kit coming soon? When you do work like this, please always park your car so that the towing end of the vehicle faces the driveway. DIYers always need to remember this critical step.

[@plausibleparadox3191]

Didn't even realize Jay had an R8, followed the car channel back when he had a 370Z, as well as the Camaro(?). Might need to look at the other channel in that case. Either way, it's a breath of fresh air to see something new here, keep it coming Jay! Edit: see it written with double E, not i. I blame the wine.

[@Mr3ppozz]

Love the car stuff!!! Wont lie... would love to see more car stuff here...even though i still watch jayztwocars xD

[@Rainquack]

Race vs. Steve on a MTB when? Two parts. Drag strip first. Mountain downhill section next. >:3c

[@Lizlodude]

_Sad JayzTwoCars noises_ 😅 Jokes aside, I still quite like these videos. Pro tip for those little JST-style connectors: a pair of angled pointy tweezers can help a lot with getting under both sides of the little lip to unplug them, and grip the wires while putting force on the connector to plug it back in.

[@chrisp7729]

Small correction... $295 for something that should have come on the car IS a bad purchase when it should already be there. Like spending lots of money on a "high end" keyboard and thinking it's ok to replace all the key caps for being junk.

[@Alberos]

That's a weird looking PC case. I don't think I have the desk space to put that in. Also, the included fan is kinda loud thou.

[@-a6833]

I did an R8 coilpack mod in my VW Scirocco as while ago, are you saying that my car is now technically part lambo? (Jokes aside I think you should do more car vids btw, love those, and am also quite jealous of your garage)

[@PureRushXevus]

I was just looking at the jayztwocars channel a few days ago, realising just how long ago the last video was.. so that channel's dead now?

[@PrimeRsoul]

After a few recent unfortunate hiccups, injecting more ads on top of ads, the occasional clickbait-bordering title,... I didn't see this one coming. I seem to be one of the very few here that has zero interest in cars, so it appears to be a good choice to combine the two channels. Good luck with the channel and the content, I'm honestly confident you got this. It's just not the content I'm looking for anymore.

[@germanmosca]

The easiest way would be to get Porsche (Yes, they are the main share holders of Volkswagen) to stop cheeping out on the parts they use on all their cars and use parts that reflect the money they ask for their cars. And while we at it, also make them stop employing people in the production and quality control on minimum wage (if you are lucky you get slightly more), and pay them properly.

[@HawkinDove]

I hope you'll upload more about car videos. Learned so much about computers, and how to build one from your channel. I hope you'll do the same for cars. Not the building part. But the part as to what to look for, bells and whistles, the essentials, maintenance, etc.

[@stevel105]

I just cannot get into Paddle shifters. I just prefer old style cluch and shifter on the floor. I have a G25 racing wheel for my Comp. still working it has paddle shifter too I just use them for left and Right Blinker.

[@Gryfang451]

I don't own an Audi, my car doesn't have paddle shifters, and I hate tinkering with car electronics because automotive electrical is typically a pain in the arse. Yet I'm still watching Jay doing whatever Jay does. 😂

[@ROBBER011]

Do u drive like u build? Slow :D

[@itsmeriches2612]

Great video. I did a Golf R wheel on my tdi in the past. Did the R8 today and your detailed video came in handy. I did have an issue w the airbag coming off but finally got it lol! Appreciate it! 🍻

[@jrizz43]

Not a big car guy but love all of your videos so I was just paying attention in the background...until your window auto up-down tip! I've never figured out how to fix that on my car and now I can!

[@Rymunin]

another hint which someone has probably said already.... take photo's on your phone at each step.... not too important for something this simple, but good habit to get into, the best thing i learned during 22 year tank & everything else mechanical repair experience

[@anticommoncore4065]

Just as I don't watch automobile utoob videos to get PC advice and tips, I don't watch PC utoob videos to get automobile advice and tips. A link to this video at your R8 site would have sufficed.

[@TENNESSEETRACKHAWK]

Theyre just as bad on the RS3

[@sneakytubs]

I was thinking of upgrading my pc's $10 fans to something in the $20-$30 range fans. But this video convinced me to just buy an Audi R8 instead.

[@ame7165]

i got the cheap carbon fiber ones that use set screw (grub screws) to attach over the oem paddles and it was a big improvement, but as you stated it doesn't fix the oem switch. my huracan had massive oem carbon paddles but i don't remember it being any clickier than the r8 ones, but i don't think i've paid enough attention to notice 😂

[@MrAcuta73]

MOAR CARZ!!!! Edit: So having watched it all....is there a universal way to kill auto up and auto down on windows? I hate that function. LOL

[@Gavrev]

All these little procedures which cumulatively cause you to begin foaming at the mouth.. PC's are a doddle next to the general level of feckabout-ability with cars..

[@derekkosnoski7052]

As crappy as those factory shifters are, Audi, Lambo and Bentley (when they did GT3 cars) use those exact street car shifters in their GT3 spec race cars. They lack feel but I have yet to see one fail.

[@orenJF]

Love thw car content , more would be great 😃. As i get older i find there tends to be less interest in gaming but more in motors for me lol

[@meknxm]

Thanks. I have an 18 plus spyder. When I turn the battery accessory on, I still can’t move the steering wheel left and right. Any idea why?