I Changed My BMW Engine At Home!

[@Hoetobeajew]

huge admiration for this guy, replaces the whole motor and then theres me putting off changing the CCV because its cold

[@jeffreyhinman1397]

A garage is what you need, I recently moved and finally got a garage. No more asking to use a garage. Playing in the dirt isn’t fun, and the cold really sucks, but got to do what you got to do to get stuff done. Bmw plastic in cold weather... forget about it.

[@tbirdboy]

@@jeffreyhinman1397 You said it. I was that dude working on my Tbird SC in the alleyway hoping some fella wouldn't throw his beer bottle out the window just for kicks. Now every morning I head out the door to work I hit the clicker and up the door goes. I appreciate having a two-car garage every single day of the week.

[@mannarmylie4195]

What i dont get are people who have garages but park the car on the street because the garage is full of crap!

[@VikramKrishnan404]

For me it's just asking my roommate move his car out when I have to do anything. Fine for multi-hour long or even 2 day jobs, but I can't be doing that for multi-weeklong jobs like this.

[@tbirdboy]

I have to say the N54 always scared the shit outta me with the sheer magnitude of work required if something like turbos or a water pump were to fail. You make it look like average "9 to 5" stuff. I know the video is edited and all but I respect your no-nonsense approach to the task at hand. Glad the ol' girl is alive and well.

[@TheFrenchPug]

One of the biggest things I've learned from you is to use the right tools. You never seen to be in a hurry either and don't risk your body.

[@lukasp7406]

This kind of Stuff gets me somewhere in between sheer Admiration and feeling incompetent af.

[@curtmosca1654]

Just unbolt and bolt. Pretty easy

[@robhughes8516]

@@curtmosca1654 yet it’s never, ever just that easy.

[@TheFrenchPug]

With his calm voice and demeanor he makes it seem a lot more simple than it really is.

[@hudaifaelmezughi1711]

This guy is underrated

[@salmanddj]

you are a beast BRO , all alone no help this is real DIY

[@menjicar]

If he can do it we all can 🙏 inspiration

[@SteveWeltman]

I'm not certain I agree. @VehicularDIY is super talented and explains what he's doing (and why) very well. But he is really inspiring to watch, and hopefully copy some of the work he did to his E90N54 on my own E90N54. Maybe not the AT to MT conversion or the full engine swaps.

[@mot8862]

This is mind blowing, you have done almost the impossible all by yourself... mad respect to you 🙏🏽

[@jercymendrez6745]

BMW Content = Expert Mode!

[@leosam6824]

Should rename this channel Testicular DIY cause it take massive balls to do this at home with no lift

[@luis4210]

Lol

[@shawzymusic]

😂

[@tonykari5124]

Wow.... u are crazy.... respect

[@BIMMERZEITT]

My god another monster video from VDIY. Nice to see the man behind the camera finally!

[@tow.JanWinnicki]

Outstanding work as always. When you first started the car it sounded like there was a lifter tick but then I realized it was the hi-hat beat from the music LOL.

[@VehicularDIY]

Lol, maybe I should have lowered the music a little.

[@murrayautorepair9480]

Today i have a BMW Shop thanks to this guy and all his Videos. its impressive how smart this guy can be., he does absolutely everything its like Ed China

[@courtneylane6731]

Good stuff man. I just pulled off replacing my turbos with your video, saved me 1k+ but doing it in my own garage! The n54 community appreciates you!

[@xantor_]

I could never do this alone... I'd never know which lines to connect first or where everything even goes back in. Probably would end with 20 spare bolts if I'd ever finish it lmao Huge respect for doing it DIY

[@VehicularDIY]

Haha, you'd be surprised how every bolt on these cars is designed a little different and seems obvious where it goes.

[@xantor_]

@@VehicularDIY I am just hoping I'd never have to do this. My 335is is running a bit rough and shakes pretty noticeable when accelerating. Could this be the Coil Plugs? Planing on upgrading them anyway and also walnut blasting her

[@ajuber876]

Video record snap photos and take notes for review

[@tbirdboy]

"20 spare bolts" lmao because I've been there😝.

[@xantor_]

@@BBox-135 no no codes except for A6CF, A103, A10A and 2F4A. Any clue what they are related to? Couldn't find anything on the Web

[@NMautomotive]

i would recommend taking that crank seal off and just make sure your pulleys are good. people have had bad experiences with it rubbing against the crank pulley and breaking off

[@VehicularDIY]

Yeah it went dead silent after a few miles but better safe than sorry.

[@foat2]

Dude you really deserve more credit lol will like every video from now on to help out most I can lol

[@VehicularDIY]

Haha thanks!

[@pastorghawk]

I’m with Lukas...I think of myself as a handy guy but watching you both amazes me and makes me feel totally inadequate! LOL...

[@VehicularDIY]

I was hoping these videos inspire people to consider tackling extensive jobs, you'd be surprised what you can accomplish when there is no deadline to get the work done lol.

[@lukasp7406]

@@VehicularDIY Yup, having the Means to do stuff at your own place is really one of the Key Elements.

[@miguelcervera2120]

This is true DIY, mad respect to you man.

[@SinanGhareb]

It's alive....it's alive. Nice work.

[@livinincalifornia]

I thought removing the intake manifold and replacing the starter was complicated. This is on a whole 'nother level.

[@saganworshipper6062]

Many many levels lol.

[@Calvinm]

Mad respect, I'm going to be dropping my twins soon to repair the waste gate bushings and footage from you and many other people has been so helpful! Keep it up!

[@VehicularDIY]

Nice, glad they help and good luck!

[@dreamzyg2370]

Kies motor sports recently made a new crank seal plate a lot more bulky than the vtt ones check them. Glad to see the car back up and running!

[@devonsmith1995]

We need driving clips. Of all the cars. Get a lol POV action going on 😂

[@jamesogara2219]

Amazing that you reattached the engine by yourself. Respect!

[@nebilgnet]

Awesome work! I’m sure this was so satisfying to be able to get it done yourself!

[@VehicularDIY]

Yeah the best part is working at a comfortable pace and being able to come back to it when you're in the mood to get some work done.

[@Beemergirl89]

Kies motorsports has a very nice version of the crankshaft seal protector with no issues with noises and fits n55,n54.

[@kylehanaway1613]

Anything is clearly possible. Keeps me I'm good spirits when my N54 has its issues

[@kingb7080]

Absolute respect Sir. Best work I've ever seen done on a car on KZbin. Everytime I watch your Videos it makes me love my 06 BMW 330i even more. Thank you for educating us.

[@SarmedAmeen]

Looks like a lot of hard work but so glad you get it all together, congrats on the awesome job!

[@josephbeltramini5442]

What’s next? Working on the Space X? Did you see that Kies Motorsports has a really nice billet crank seal? Great work though!

[@VehicularDIY]

I did right after I ordered this one. Luckily it went quiet.

[@altink8823]

Nice to see that car running again

[@davidcayll]

Outstanding work. It is hard to believe the work you have done on this beemer.

[@RichardFer01]

Engine replacement in less than 12 min, respect!

[@daszieher]

Never ceases to amaze me, how all that stuff somehow always goes into the engine bay.

[@sriley9601]

Nice work on the new motor. Kies Motorsports sells a crank seal plate that is more robust, and less likely to rub on start up.

[@VehicularDIY]

Yeah I think that came out right after I ordered this one. Thanks, luckily it went quiet after 10 minutes.

[@emperor002002]

Sitting here watching your video, then I look at my set of Tien coilovers for my SC300. I'm lazy AF. 🤦🏿‍♂️ Props to you.

[@LeftyLossey]

I had the same issue with the crank seal plate, just loosen it and when your tightening it make sure it’s pressed against the seal. Noise went away after

[@VehicularDIY]

Yeah it went away within about 15 minutes of idling.

[@naterockwell7735]

Thanks for another awesome video! It’s good to see her back together and breathing fire again. You truly are an excellent technician. 🔧

[@VehicularDIY]

Thanks!

[@SuperJoeTendo]

Not gonna lie you made that look so easy

[@riz75]

If you have to replace the place, check out the Kies Motorsport plate. It seems to address alignment issues.

[@cashmoneydollarbill3243]

I just became a BMW Quickane Tech looking to become a Master one day instantly watching your video. I’m interested more in self educating to become great in working on BMWs

[@matthias_372]

Congratz, was a pleasure to follow you through the process

[@donteifke7636]

I think I'm going to attempt installing my crank seal plate now after seeing you install yours. Thanks for the insight. 👍

[@VehicularDIY]

Yeah it shouldn't be too bad of a job, maybe an hour or so with the engine in the car.

[@MrKillerhaze]

You make everything looks so easy and flawlessly. Great content as always the best of the best!!!

[@domni5138]

Got a 08' 535 that I am working on. These videos are an awesome reference for a lot of parts/issues. Thanks for your uploads. Subscribed!

[@VehicularDIY]

Thanks!

[@kiesh1463]

Big ups & respect on this bro! For those of us that have tinkered on anything under the hood or behind the dash of a bimmer; let alone completing an entire engine replacement, I’m amazed.

[@boostedmedia1205]

Awesome to see this beauty back up and running 👌🏼🤘🏼

[@iamdevonl]

Thank you for all your videos. Have helped me learn and fix so much on my own.

[@VehicularDIY]

Glad they helped!

[@stephencauley4409]

Great BMW Videos pretty cool changing out your N54!

[@blrn54]

WOW Crazy should of atleast put a 6266 on it!!

[@VehicularDIY]

Maybe if I build the other engine.

[@aggieE46]

Glad you got her back together!

[@michael2730]

Always very informative content, amazing knowledge, respect ✊

[@Ubeans2001]

This channel makes me want to modify my E90 N55 335i.

[@supramantt10]

Nice work! Congrats on getting it all done ... that's a lot of work 😬 **May your next N54 run FOREVER!**

[@over_and_out_evolution]

Great job. Thank you for the visual. You are an inspiration. I have been working on my own e92 since I found your videos. I am going to try to replace my stock turbos before they give out this year. Some day, maybe I’ll have to tackle an engine swap but until then keep posting!

[@VehicularDIY]

Will do, thanks for watching!

[@0778mike]

Glad you got it back on the road!

[@tcphoto]

It's alive, great job! Enjoy the new engine and turbos.

[@georgeiulian92]

Awesome! Best regards from Romania. I'm glad it's alive 🤗

[@VehicularDIY]

Thanks!

[@Levcandy]

Excellent work, as always. Thanks for the vid!

[@igotaction]

Very well done!!! Such a bummer about the crank plate😔

[@reginald8405]

The Greatest content on KZbin.

[@robertroden72]

Bout to get that daily back .. nice bro

[@raceday-iy7vm]

Great to see your car back running great job👍

[@MrGerdar]

That is some amazing work you have done. Thank you for sharing

[@Nico_335i_DCT]

Wow, finally it's back on the road. Congrats, and hopefully this engine will hold up! Dutch regards, Nico.

[@VehicularDIY]

Thank you!

[@chrise202]

Nice work man! I like how the size of garages in US are like size of 3 bed house in UK.

[@omarramirez9200]

Up beat music! I like it. Way to go bud keep doing your thang!

[@ltdasilva93]

I keep coming back to this video, love your work man. cheers

[@pugs1377]

Bet it feels great to have it back on the road!

[@VehicularDIY]

Yeah I drove it around for a while last night, ran nice and smooth.

[@teangawarumatetaka6125]

So keen on doing something like this. Just wish i had another car to get to work though.

[@VehicularDIY]

Yeah it's nice having a reliable daily that you don't modify very much so if something goes wrong it's not the end of the world.

[@teangawarumatetaka6125]

@@VehicularDIY My fbo e92 is my daily lol! It only has 62000km's on it and in no need of the engine being pulled, but I just wanna do it after watching your videos.

[@champdragon1971]

God blessing 🙏🏽🙏🏽💫 I’m trying replaced my 528i 😫

[@federicotorresbordils7624]

you got it MASTER Why dont you use a dual mass fly wheel? Warming up temperature must be 30 minutes before floor it, not only oil but also all the pieces even more on winter. The right oil and service time for E85 Congratulations BimmerN53

[@VehicularDIY]

I went with the mass to avoid false knock being registered for cars making over 500 whp.

[@italianjob-vx6hp]

Great work just like I do , shows you love cars as much as I do too. Removing and rebuilding my bmw zf auto box tomorrow.

[@Kurisutof4]

Total respect. Exept of the injectors, do you have to register any other organs/components into the ECU?

[@VehicularDIY]

Thanks, no nothing else needed to be coded.

[@alexs421]

they are coded in ecu. so if same injectors were used in same order you don't have overwise if they were taken from donor you need them coded. In some cases the car will start and run but not well.

[@CornelleJ]

you should check out the KIES S55/N55/N54 CRANK SEAL GUARD... looks better built

[@osagyefoghanaba]

Awesome... keep up the excellent work 👍🏿

[@adinbu]

Respect from Bosnia

[@acidtablockshifty]

You gotta have no sealant on the face, they are super tight tolerance, should be able to get it with just pulling out the fan

[@VehicularDIY]

Yeah probably why the seal gaurd rubbed but it's quiet now.

[@cheerfulone8030]

Wow such incredible job! Respect!! Are you bmw master tech or you run your own repair shop?

[@VehicularDIY]

No I work in IT hardware but have always had a side project going.

[@edwardwerley8831]

Would you ever consider doing an eBay 19Ts uograde with the modifications suggested by Turbo Lab America and upgrading your CCV/PCV system for content? I know these are becoming very popular.

[@mwewering]

Woher kommt die Leidenschaft? Kompliment für die Kompetenz!

[@megyesibalint9203]

9:10 the snare drum made a wrong engine noise, I had to listed 3 times :D

[@zandrevanheerden583]

Kies Motorsport has a new crank shield that looks like a much better design than anything else I have seen on the market. Looks awesome, hope you get many more miles out of her :D

[@VehicularDIY]

Yeah I had seen that after I ordered this one. Thanks!

[@yt0500323022]

Terrific. Love you content. I’m in awe.

[@ignasjuknevicius3921]

he has a large home garage and lots of home garage tools :D

[@E92Danny]

Thank you for going into detail I really do appreciate it !

[@eddiepena2924]

Respect brother good work 👍

[@lindabenton1436]

She's alive Yay!!

[@umaruzdanov3433]

As always, brilliant job!

[@ltdasilva93]

Amazing work man, hope no further issues arise. Let us know if you have any sealing issues with the new oil cooler adapter with the oem gaskets. Cheers

[@VehicularDIY]

Thanks! Will do, so far so good.

[@abdulrahmanmustafa2356]

RESPECT From EGYPT

[@aarzy888]

Don't forget your new low pressure fuel sencer dude. Grate job buy the way... she's back

[@VehicularDIY]

Yeah I moved that over along with the line. Thanks!

[@gabriellopez7184]

Beast mode , once again for you huh?

[@Emanual0607]

Absolutely Fabulous!!!!!!!

[@retiredsamslife6987]

Cool video bro something we can relate to something in future 👍🏼

[@Breakchecks]

I’m considering pulling my engine for the first time to send to a builder to replace rod bearings and a crank. Pretty intimidating job. Curious how I can learn every step to take as most diy videos are time lapsed and sort of hard to grasp everything. How did you learn?

[@SteveWeltman]

Every video is valuable and really does a great job of cataloging the work you have done and research you've learned from. This vid was crazy good even though it was a montage of an engine being re-accessorized before reinstalling it. But, it shows your range of skills and the ease of transitioning from stage to stage in the process. You make it look way too easy. Great work again! Glad it's running right! -Steve #projectweltspeed #weltspeed

[@mohammadbenattia9102]

Great work, well done man