I dismantled a SEIZED Vivaro engine

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

Working on some big videos in the background, so in the meantime I’m just experimenting with videos like this that don’t take long to make. Hope you enjoy it. Regular programming will resume as soon as the RS6 has departed!

[@bellafiasandpuppies4220]

Ok I am a member and love ya channel but have you ever thought of a give away project something out of your comfort zone like a boat or a motorbike

[@Badger66]

Really interesting Nino, my wife really enjoyed it as we had tea in the kitchen 😂😂😂

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

@@bellafiasandpuppies4220Yeah all the time. I’ve got a potential motorbike project that I’m considering

[@DarylOster]

Great content, and it is painful to watch your time cost of not using power tools...

[@totallyaddicted2bricks989]

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[@humblepie9373]

Where are you knobby ? Hope everything is okay? Looking forward to your next blog

[@andrewtraudes2425]

Hold onto the bolts! Having a bucket of spare OE bolts is invaluable

[@PointNemo9]

No, it's bad practice to re-use old bolts from another engine.

[@Kcii-99]

a bunch of stretched old bolts? yeah great to re-use LOL

[@andrewtraudes2425]

@@Kcii-99only if they’re TTY. Any bolt that’s not angle tightened can be reused as long as it looks fine.

[@royguthrie9085]

⁠@@Kcii-99 absolutely nothing wrong with reusing a load of the bolts off this engine. They are not all stretch bolts.

[@andrewtraudes2425]

@@PointNemo9not at all, depending on the bolt. I’m talking about reusing non-TTY bolts. Sometimes having a spare bolt can save you from having to order one and putting the project on hold

[@RobertBlake-zd4cs]

Can't believe I enjoyed watching an old engine being dismantled for almost an hour 😀🤔👍. Great presentation skills.

[@aziki001]

Very enjoyable to watch someone who doesn't know that much that about inner workings of engine and what could go wrong in it to tear it apart just to look around and find the problem.

[@trevatkin4869]

That was actually really interesting to watch. Nice to find the actual problem. I really enjoy this channel. I had a crap day at work and this just took my mind off it.

[@MrRobMetal]

Hey, offering some light on the chain situation. that tentioner guide has been hit by something for sure. judging by the position of the tentioner piston, thats a stretched chain for sure. the wear on the guides looks to be at least 60k miles. for the oil to be black is normal for diesels, soot from the combustion slipping past the piston rings, into the oil. A well kept diesel will not be this blackened inside though. that turbo did go bad because of the lack of service. that would be feeding oil into the intake as you stated. a runaway is very possible. my guess is that it did runaway, and had valvefloat, smashed the valves just before the engine bearings would've seized. i absolutely love your content! Keep on! oh, and make your life easier, dont be afraid to use the UGGA some more haha

[@johncoldwell340]

18 -20 years in the game, i say you hit the nail on the head when you said was this a runaway engine 👌 i wrote that near the beginning of the video that was definitely a runaway engine with any doubt, but all Modern diesel have a throttle flap that should easily provent a runaway situation if you turn off the engine, strange

[@francisouellette5938]

My god, I am sure we are related in some twisted way. Watching you work is like watching a video of me working. I talk to myself so much, it's not even funny. And let's say I am not improving my self esteem while doing so. BUT, i sometimes get excited about something I was able to do that just erases all of my (many) mistakes. But I live by one slogan: only people who do nothing never make a mistake. I must be doing a lot of things cause I did a couple mistakes in my time. Part of the fun ain't it? I just love your work. Best youtube " car mechanic" channel with Vice grip garage for me presently. Cheers mate from Quebec, Canada.

[@derekga6973]

Is all good in the weird world of Nino, a month since an upload that’s not full time hope alls good you’d come so far

[@thediddly]

Well done on having a go! actone and atf is a winner indeed. Good on you for being a decent bloke and telling us viewers who helped along with advice or tools. Shows your a considerate person who respects the help of those around you.

[@ardouisur]

That was easily one of your best videos. More engine autopsy’s please. It was great fun to guess the issue, as you found more and more clues.

[@paultaylor9652]

Every day is a learning day Nino, great video young man.

[@derekga6973]

I use to take my Corgi or matchbox cars apart as a kid to see how they worked also any remote control car I ever got, even my brothers Scaletric cars weren’t safe, You’ve just done the adult version with out the pain and responsibility or making sure it runs perfect for a customer once it’s back together, love it keep the videos coming, looking forward to seen you hot 100k, I was an early subscriber so watching you grow has been great, your basically living like a big kid I’m jealous ha ha playing and learning how stuff that interests you work is the ultimate job

[@mmadmitch]

New challenge unlocked now time to buy something with a blown engine and get it running again (not the most cost effective as chucking a second hand lump in) but I do think it would be good for you to continue your journey of learning as a qualified truck technician I enjoy your videos and love that you get stuck in so fair play to you keep up the good work 👌🏻

[@MattGD2001]

Sitting down with food and Nino uploads, perfect evening ahead. Great video, would love to see more engine teardowns

[@isecore]

Mate, I will watch anything you put out and this is no exception. Enjoyable!

[@eliottlaw4119]

This was so good, I was hooked constantly. If you do another maybe try and find the problem and maybe fix it and carry on. Keep up the great work

[@tractorb0y]

Even the sound effects are getting better, another great video thingamagiggy!!!

[@gwiggy8793]

Currently doing this with a 1.8t 20v TT engine stay strong mate , I have 4 snapper exhaust manifold bolts 😢😊 love this content ❤

[@alicechristopher]

Morbidly fascinated at seeing the insides of an M9R engine same as sat in my 2.0 diesel Laguna Coupe outside 😬 (hit 100,000 miles today!)

[@thqp]

This was indeed interesting, and seeing another engine tear down in the future, if it's from a car you're trying to get back on the road would be, waht I'd like to see next! And also, would be interested to see you try and get this engine back into working condition!

[@rscosworth15]

Loving the videos love watching your channel grow and the wee sound affects 😂

[@MrSoppysod]

Great video - just like a detective story! What you need is an engine to pull down, repair and replace and get it going again. I can't tell you the thrill of doing that and starting it up and getting it running again as a reasonably proficient amateur mechanic! Last one was a Rover V8 which was a peach to work on.

[@GhostV8]

Hope to see some big things soon. Nice to see engine work I love doing engine work very therapeutic.

[@phillipsharpe6459]

Brilliant video pal, nice to see you tackle something like this, all invaluable knowledge down the line , 😁👍

[@HooperDJ]

Brilliant video, was interesting to see what had caused it. Put some celotape over that bad piston hole and run it as a 3 cylinder 😊

[@h12st_d63]

Next week on 'Learning with Nino'... Great work pal, learnt so much ❤

[@nigelbond4056]

You’re becoming the Kung Fu Panda of engine mechanics. Loving the sound effects 🤣🤣🤣

[@lioneldickerson1550]

Nino, great video but the engine is toast. Tip - place the parts on cardboard to protect your floor from oil and grease.

[@gavinralph2910]

A lesson in oil changes...change your own oil between each annual service, and none of this will happen. Basically do an oil change every 6,000 miles.........less wear, no sludge = long life!

[@mickrichardson1743]

Hi Nino, I’ve just watched my favourite two you tube channels tonight and guess what, your in both of them! I’m sure the herald brakes with be superb now! What a team, you and Ben, Come on! 👍😂

[@DanielWatts-m5g]

Great video, I find it extremely interesting to see why it failed, as it seems do you! Bring on the next one!

[@coopers4491]

It sounds like it was running on oil after the turbo went which can happen 👍 great channel 👍👍👍

[@davidsewell3745]

Great video nino, definitely far too much play in that chain, those engines are a nightmare for failing

[@davidsewell3745]

And yes that is most certainly a crankshaft journal that is knackered

[@FMFGUF]

Indeed. I had to replace one in my brother's Renault Trafic after it went lame and a Nissan X-Trail he bought from Copart had one with a hole in the block where No.3 con-rod had punched right through! He bought another Trafic and that overheated and seized up on a motorway trip on its return journey after it was given to someone else! I would steer well clear of any vehicle with an M9R fitted.

[@stuartbarber7784]

Very enjoyable to watch, keep doing what you do!

[@ivang2716]

Hey Nino! Great video mate sharing your whole learning experience in the car industry certainly is enjoyable to watch. A good few tips have been gained from watching your videos, something worth mentioning to you, given your in a small unit your voice echoes and bounces off the walls. It could be worth getting some soundproofing pads for the wall 💫🤙

[@bakey1111]

Best video yet, so interesting! Keep it up

[@NorfolkTom]

Hope all is well!! Looking forward to the next video.

[@keithvers569]

Very amusing strip down, wasn’t expecting to find a spare bolt in the sump.

[@fd4639]

Very nice. I like the shape your channel is taking. With that dirty engine if you buy a pressure water parts washer your channel will grow a lot. Those machines are like yeast here!!

[@mtbduck8596]

I LOVE THIS CHANNEL !!

[@LaryDash]

Seriously where are you??? I am hooked to your channel and you go missing. Give us an update at-least to know you are ok

[@barrywood5357]

I always worked on the following process Process of elimination. Start by draining oil and stripping sump. yes good video

[@OnTheBall]

The injector on 1 looked a different colour as well. In the days when I was an TIR truck driver, Eastern European truck drivers all worked in the workshop before going out on the road, what you just did, they would do on the side of the road if needs be, paid little money and drove in pairs.

[@martinfarley2026]

chain streatch is common on this engine causing the timing to jump ,the tensioner is nearly fully extended and chain almost touching together , normal for tensioner to spring in and out without oil pressure

[@Duffy3074]

Spot on answer

[@u151t8]

Love engine tear downs especially catastrophically destroyed engines. I've managed to repair a engine on my old car and loved doing it. You should do a giveaway with piston number one

[@shakeeljoomun1720]

Great video, I think the teardown videos are good whilst waiting for the exciting videos to come out. Maybe work in the back of the unit rather then at the front door😂

[@Deano3969]

Great video mate and a great way to learn engines.The bit where the piston goes is called a pin.I used to run the pin grinders at rover Longbridge for the K series engine.

[@YuryV.-yi2lj]

Nice video, Nino! Would be fun to see you rebuilding an engine some time 😉

[@davelee71]

Great video again always entertaining and even better seeing my name too!!!! Keep up the great work

[@mrmitch5054]

Love the slide hammer sound effects Nino.

[@Me-zo8yc]

Really enjoyed this, can't beat an engine autopsy

[@westleyo5]

great takes me back to my diesel mechanic days

[@chujorobj]

I like this music piece 33:37. Great video as always.

[@scottwilliamson495]

Please do more like this I really enjoyed that. 🤙🤙

[@WayneRambo]

Thanks Nev, Great watching the video ,keep all bits could be sold on? see how it fits together ,Nice one ,Wayne

[@markmurphy3578]

I’ve stripped a few engines in the past and it’s really enjoyable. It’s the pressure of putting them back together that’s a little stressful. I only had one minor problem with any of them and it’s a learning curve. It’s handy if one of your neighbours is a mechanic though!

[@derbyjohn972]

Getting brave mate. Fantastic work again 👏🏻

[@allthingsadventurous6568]

Yeah, do more. Brilliant Video. There is an american guy called 'I do cars' who does exactly this. Great content 👌

[@wayneandvon]

Great insight. I would love to see a rebuild as well. Just need to read that massive book.

[@wewillmakeit3615]

Chain tensioner might be oil operated like on VW engines. Thats why it is as weak as it is. Great Video btw. So interesting

[@thejudge-kv2jk]

Love this mate! Good stuff. See JayEmm has subcribed. That's cool!

[@nicklyne184]

Dude! I follow the channel. Hope all is well.

[@realmusicreallife]

I just yesterday picked up my snapon solairs from cash generator. It was a grand and cohldnt afford it so payed for it on layby. Took 6 months to clear but love it so far

[@daverobotham5079]

Love the work Nino and looks like you have yourself a nice coffee table for the workshop. Question - do you think you could put it back together?

[@b300y2007]

Great to see a new video nino. Ill grab a brew and watch it shortly

[@swaitsysg4415]

Really intereting video pal, deffo get a few more autopsy vids made 👍🏻

[@viktorrepa5595]

Hope you did some photos before taking everything apart and sorted the bolts, otherwise it will be a nightmare to assemble it. Anyway, good job, keep it up!

[@4777512]

first slide hammer i have seen that has some girth to it, and it actually make sense to have it.

[@marcduthie4327]

Anf I agree hold onto any bolts they could be invaluable in the future. That bolt looks like it is from the tensioner on the front that was moving.

[@donSparda]

I recon the owner was intent on not spending money on maintenance, hence the sludge. My v70 D5 says oil change at around 20k km. i do it at half the recommended mileage. if everybody paid attention to simple TLC each car would last a long time.

[@HKS01R]

Injector removal was top notch mate 😂

[@Cam.Klingon]

I used to use various mixtures, but anymore I use evaporust and pour that into the cylinder heads.

[@leohamelinck3524]

From Holland I am watching your movies. I love them. Its is all very interesting.

[@linwoodlane5721]

hermetically sealed big end bearings , what a mess . great video

[@Stop..carry-on]

Those old vivaro vans never seemed to rust outwardly, but I do remember they had problems with gearboxes failing quite a lot

[@14KiloWhisky]

You're right, it needs one rebuild during the van life 😢

[@e46dutch]

Everything ok Nino? Been over a month since you've uploaded.

[@DoubleOSeven007]

I do like an engine tear down. Nice. I’ve stabbed a long screw driver into an oil filter to get it off before, if it’s stiff.

[@kingduckford]

I remember when time I had to use my 19 inch long KTI screwdriver to take the filter off of a 79 Bobcat. Actually flexed that bit thing, those things can get stuck fast.

[@juststeve5542]

Spun the bearing shells.... been there, done that! LOL! It's fun to watch someone else getting filthy dirty and seeing if I can predict what it was as you progress.

[@Greg-f8m]

It’s good to get into a routine when disassembling engines starting with trays and pots sounds like the boring stuff but even on a scrap engine marking nuts bolts washers in bags and bigger parts in trays it will make more sense when you rebuild engines and the plus side when you’re finished there’s not so much tidying up to do at the end of the day 😊

[@popsyann]

Very instructive. Thank you!

[@marcduthie4327]

I've removed many a piston using wood like that. Even had to press one out at the Engine shop one day. I doubt you would get the piston out the bottom as they are not ment to come out that way. Remember if you are saving conrods etc to sell that they are matched that is machined as a set. In a modern engine like that they should be numbered. Same with the main caps. Sorry just something I know about hopefully you find it helpful. Have a good week. Marc from Australia 🇦🇺

[@tboneisgaming]

The clues to my eyes were the lack of oil in the sump, it had an existing leak, the oil in the intake pipe to the turbo and the excessive play in the turbo. I came to a similar conclusion. Definitely oil starvation due to runaway. Add to that the oil being sludge suggests a lack of routine maintenance. Well diagnosed sir.

[@martynfoster4314]

Great vid, love the long content

[@aslandama]

Very interesting for sure, many thanks for sharing as always!

[@marcduthie4327]

You can get bits to fit sockets that fit in your drill. More tha adequate for those sump bolts once lossend.

[@PandaMobileMechanic]

Fantastic vid, always good to see videos like this, plus it gives you a chance to delve into what, where and why things broke and give you a better understanding on how things work etc.

[@gwiggy8793]

You could make a lamp from the crank or cam shafts as a trophy of your 1st tear down

[@markeyre6916]

great video today, think 1 of your best , up there with ,when you picked up your old peugeot pick up truck

[@AA2639-m9v]

I love watching engines get stripped. I hope to do a rebuild of my Mustangs V8 one day

[@Alexnahar]

I enjoyed this tbf very educational

[@slanterslanter1918]

I have seen many engine disassembles but I have never seen piston being removed they way you did it at 52:30 :P

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

I’ve never seen a piston be removed full-stop lol, which is why it went the way it did 😂

[@bashingmetal]

The KZbin channel "I do cars" does some great engine tear down videos, it's worth a look for tips if you want to do more of this type of content.

[@In_memory_of_Dad]

​@@NotEconomicallyViable The best way to learn is to roll up your sleeves and get stuck in, just like you did in your video!!! Well done for having a go...👏🏼👍

[@johnhenderson2247]

Loved the vid, be great if you did another

[@AshRowland]

10:43 I like how your eyebrows twitch every time you hit the top of the slider 🤣

[@Badger66]

Niiiiiiiice 😂 At least you know it's not going to have to be relied on to power the NEV van! So lucky with those injectors 😮

[@eanluck2142]

The big end bearing spun on the crank and would have been stuck under the top one before you unseized it which caused the rod to stretch . you know now to start at the bottom end if you find another seized engine , wouldn't have made such a fun video tho :)

[@angu31a]

I had to get a specialist in to remove the injectors from my M9R engine. Each one took 8 Tonnes of pressure to remove. I broke the top off one of the injectors with a slide hammer.

[@FMFGUF]

Yes, they get well and truly seized in there, mainly due to water leaking in from the poorly designed scuttle seal on Trafics, Vivaros, etc.

[@angu31a]

@@FMFGUF I sealed the scuttle to try and make sure it wouldn't happen again. I hope not to have the van long enough for it to happen to me again. 😂

[@neutonrenda2303]

That big end had to have been red hot to have burned off all of the oil lol. Imagine what type of smoke must've been pouring out of any crevice.😬

[@David-zk3uv]

Really enjoyed the video