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@carlpentney11664 жыл бұрын
My missus says, "why is he not swearing like you do?"
@jonnysl65604 жыл бұрын
THIS MAN REALLY EARNS HIS KEEP DOING JOBS LIKE THIS IN THIS WAY . MANY PEOPLE WILL NEVER KNOW OR REALISE . WATCHING THIS VIDEO REMINDED ME OF WHEN I WAS A LAD WORKING DOWN THE PIT . MY BEST WISHES GO TO YOU KEVIN . YOU ARE ARE A 100% GRAFTER .
@WMCS4 жыл бұрын
Jonny Sl thanks a lot for the review... it’s always great to hear from a fellow mechanic... you’re absolutely right it is a tough job this ... as you would probably agree unless you pack a bit of grit it’ll be very hard ... so I take it you’re retired now ...
@simonmorgan79814 жыл бұрын
I've got to change my sons gearbox 2nd gear syncro has gone. I'm a hgv mechanic for scania,I would not do that on the floor hats off to you mate,going to get my mate to it !!
@simonmorgan79814 жыл бұрын
Stick to working in the workshop!!!
@zwiftinglloyd96663 жыл бұрын
I just did the same job and found this video very helpful but just to note to anyone doing one - there is no need to drop the subframe at all. Once you have the front end module off - the gearbox comes off and out the front with no problems.
@WMCS3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the input .,, 🍻🎄
@croco33cristian703 жыл бұрын
M8,you are earning your bread really hard.Congrats,wish you all the best!
@ra-moto14823 жыл бұрын
even when it's raining... you are so hardcore man
@Bijou-Bob4 жыл бұрын
Nice work 👍👍 Ive got a clutch to do on my mini cooper R50 so watched this to pick up a few pointers with no bullshit attached I take it you left the steering rack attached to the column and subframe Cheers from a retired ex pro👍
@SooperSkoots5 жыл бұрын
Kevin i have just bought a mini and alas the clutch is f----- and your video has inspired me to do it myself, only being a DIY mechanic and seeing an expert at work really has helped so much well done mate you really work hard and thank you so so much Kind Regards Mark...
@WMCS5 жыл бұрын
SooperSkoots thanks mark. Are you gonna go for it then.
@SooperSkoots5 жыл бұрын
@@WMCS I am mate thanks but i have also discovered that the head gasket may have gone too i am not entirely 100% on that yet but i did buy the car knowing there was issues and bought it cheap for what it is as a project, so the clutch is the first job when it comes, i will be doing it step by step exactly have you have done it, are you local to Warrington ha ha....
@SooperSkoots5 жыл бұрын
@@WMCS Hi Kevin do you know if my car has a dual mass clutch it a 2006 1.6 cooper park Lane edition, as i am a little confused which clutch kit to buy many thanks Mark..
@WMCS5 жыл бұрын
SooperSkoots it won’t have a DMF it should be a VALEO maybe at about £110 plus vat.
@SooperSkoots5 жыл бұрын
@@WMCS your a star mate thank you for that much appreciated....
@edwinschimmel10103 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the Video, we replaced the clutch for the first time. It worked fine whit the video. Thanks. Ggz Edwin and Milan (netherlands)
@thecluckanator2 жыл бұрын
this was fantastic, my thrush bearing is about to collapse, attempted to call you a couple of times, but goes to answer phone, sounds like your a busy man ill give it a go my self!
@lbennett52975 жыл бұрын
Kevin, this video really helped with a clutch change on my mini one. Thanks for taking the time to video it, much appreciated. Leon
@WMCS5 жыл бұрын
l Bennett Thanks for the positive feedback
@baweralpboga78324 жыл бұрын
@@WMCS Mua
@ageinhippie2 жыл бұрын
Zen and the art of effortlessly wrestling a clutch into total submission haha - A Wonderfully instructive video! And not one word spoken throughout! Excellent work sir! Very enjoyable to watch: 10 outta 10 :)
@WMCS2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Definitely a zen do attitude 🍻😁
@danwood5864 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the video buddy very well done! Getting ready to do this on a 04 ever heard of a hole in the bell housing from the clutch
@WMCS4 жыл бұрын
Dan thanks for viewing the channel. I hope the video comes through ok for you on the day ..,, de gassing the Ac system is advisable beforehand. I’ve seen a few damaged gearbox due to failed clutch system ..,, but some of the earlier Mini had a few issues with their boxes as far as I’ve come across.
@joolzhud2 жыл бұрын
Great job looks a right ball ache, no wonder there’s so many at the scrappers
@allanmanson46553 жыл бұрын
Kevin, I never realised how much was involved in a Mini gearbox/clutch change. Watching your excellent video, I'm a bit intimidated by the amount of teardown/buildup. Must get me one of those Milwaukee guns though, they're the dogs bollocks.
@WMCS3 жыл бұрын
Allan they are indeed. The good thing about the Milwaukee, I can control the Impact of the tool via my iPhone. They’re not too bad really these mini’s. It just requires a bit of patience.
@EA69X3 жыл бұрын
Very Thanks. I love this clip. Love the way that you do!
@jorgeherrera41942 жыл бұрын
The dude got paid! awesome video
@WMCS2 жыл бұрын
That’s it..🍻
@vasilispapadellis80223 жыл бұрын
Kevin..you must very courageous man to this. I wonder..have you ever been angry with such manufacturing madness? Anyway you are very helpfull.Be well.
@chriscars35783 жыл бұрын
Great video again Kevin brings back memories for me
@patduffyforever2 жыл бұрын
Omg! What a job. Just bought an old mini n clutch is slipping, revs too high. I m shocked at the work involved🤯 Great video tho . Thanks
@WMCS2 жыл бұрын
Are you gonna give it a go still.
@patduffyforever2 жыл бұрын
@@WMCS just had friend look at it n he reckons Its not too bad yet n not too worry til it's worse. Hes done one before so will get him to do when it needs it. I think it's too big a job for me atm. Hes watched you do 3 different ones now too and loves how you took it apart to have easy access to fix part sparing hand damage. Am delighted that with ur vids and his handiness will make it affordable to fix as rest of car is mint. Thank you 🙏 💚
@brendanbradyfan35895 жыл бұрын
Big job but you confidently got there in the end although windy atleast it wasn’t raining
@markusbrauchle43603 жыл бұрын
Hi Kevin, nice video. What special tools should I prepare before? Where do I get such a jack and support frame? Thanks in advance. Best regards Markus
@robyesidra9490 Жыл бұрын
Holy shit, you are great man. Really...it is second time I work in my shit midland gearbox, you are a reference.
@simonsherwood71693 жыл бұрын
Respect ✊ hard graft on the deck and outside
@WMCS3 жыл бұрын
🍻✨🍻
@KG-ei6yx5 ай бұрын
This looking like way more work than changing the clutch the 03 Ep3
@amberreinke29244 жыл бұрын
Did you remove exhaust?
@samuelsamuel2543 Жыл бұрын
Merci pour ta video et surtout bravo pour le chantier dans les conditions dans lequel tu la fait
@sergiojimenez48503 жыл бұрын
Que buen trabajo Amigo lo felicito
@EssexSilvering2 жыл бұрын
Great video, .. I am about to do mine, shame you don't cover Essex as I would of got you to do instead. Thanks for sharing.
@bajaclaws3 жыл бұрын
woah all that work to replace the clutch that sucks nice work al
@mini_special4 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot for the video. I appreciate the effort of making a video besides a repair. I am just wondering if you drained the transmission fluid but maybe you put it back off camera?
@WMCS4 жыл бұрын
Even tho mini says lifelong oil. Always replace. MTF
@johnkinnane5473 жыл бұрын
G'day Kevin what a pain the ass what you have to do just to put a clutch in it. You have to just about take the front end off. John PS can't understand the "thumbs down "
@lezcomeon14 жыл бұрын
How the hell do u get to the bolt under the manifold at the top 🔩🤔 and also my mini one 2005 as loads more pipes attached bottom right Aircon pipes etc. P. S so far so good with your video 👍
@WMCS4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback..., mini one does has a bigger box and less room you’re right.
@lezcomeon14 жыл бұрын
@@WMCS had to completely drop subframe in the end 😩 but all back together and running sweet. Thanks again 👍
@KG-ei6yx5 ай бұрын
Question how fun is the mini coopers an also how good are they on gas?
@RickalRenaudАй бұрын
Impressionnant !!!!!! 👍👍👍
@huntersbar4 жыл бұрын
Hi Kevin, should there be a gap between the clutch pressure plate and the flywheel after tightening the torq bolts to 20nm? Can't thank you enough for your videos and advice pal. 👍
@WMCS4 жыл бұрын
Hi Martin... after tightening down the bolts. The main thing is the clutch plate shouldn’t move. There may be a small gaps but that’s from the clutch plate groove to allow air to flow through. So it doesn’t overheat.
@victorvictor18052 жыл бұрын
Great video, easy to follow.
@nmo8885 жыл бұрын
Nice job 👍
@KROUTCHY3 жыл бұрын
hi mate, thnx for the vid! what's the red stuff on the bolts? thank you
@WMCS3 жыл бұрын
Hiyup.,, it’s red rubber grease.
@bradley6638 Жыл бұрын
Blimey how long did it actually take? All in all
@aftabazad3713 жыл бұрын
Brilliant job Kevin I’m thinking tackling myself Just one question? Do I have to separate the steering rack from the subframe Thanks
@WMCS3 жыл бұрын
No you don’t. Really need to. Just follow the exact same steps. You’ll be fine. But keep in mind the gearbox is a bit heavy.
@hermidiazperez25333 жыл бұрын
good job friend
@shawnhillsryourfaverealtor4152 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video bro, Greeat job !! im about to buy a 04 , and it comes with the manual trans, i just have to put it in !any advice on clutch replacement ?
@WMCS Жыл бұрын
Thanks. Pretty much as in the video. I know some mechanics takes off the subframe instead.
@shawnhillsryourfaverealtor4152 Жыл бұрын
You just loosen the subframe instead of taking it out ? I have the front end off
@rusbelhernandez48342 жыл бұрын
Woww great job! congrats!!!!
@robyesidra94903 жыл бұрын
Nice job.
@adek17074 жыл бұрын
What is the approximate cost for change it in this mini ?
@WMCS4 жыл бұрын
About 4 hrs
@LLOPEZJF4 жыл бұрын
Great video !! ....GREAT JOB !!
@romaynfremont3 жыл бұрын
Respect!!
@WMCS3 жыл бұрын
✨🍻🍻🍻
@johncooperworks74042 жыл бұрын
salut tu sais comment débrider une mini one de 90cv??
@carliernicolas24173 жыл бұрын
dismantle the berceau cooper 1.6 2005?
@MegaBartle3 жыл бұрын
It may be a mini clutch but BMW doesn't give back much change from 2k, just buy a Corsa and a cool pair of Rayban.
@KevinSmith-cx2hh4 жыл бұрын
Thanks brother respect
@walleyman99153 жыл бұрын
Best !!!
@jee28223 жыл бұрын
Great video !!!!
@THEREALWOSPS Жыл бұрын
This won't work unless you disconnect the ac lines but if you don't have ac it's a plus
@WMCS Жыл бұрын
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@danielevans39474 жыл бұрын
I got a cooper r50 can I follow the same steps
@WMCS4 жыл бұрын
daniel evans yes exactly the same. I’m gonna do another video this week on a R50.. without having to degas the AC and without disturbing the coolant hoses.
@danielevans39474 жыл бұрын
@@WMCS when I follow these steps does it degas the air con then
@WMCS4 жыл бұрын
daniel evans not on this one.. you need an AC machine to recover the refrigerant.
@alejandrocalvo63982 жыл бұрын
Yo lo hice sin desmontar la cuna
@marcinwartecki73888 ай бұрын
I charge three hundred for this job
@foxx3184 жыл бұрын
this car is terrible im sure is not your favorie car
@millertimebmw3 жыл бұрын
I know from firsthand experience, recording while repairing takes 2X the time. And in the cold/ wind...., A+.
@WMCS3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot for the feedback. Just had a look at your channel. You’re definitely right it adds a good couple of hours on the job ., especially getting the light angle right 😁✨🍻🍻.,, thanks for taking time to leave a comment
@ZSnowman Жыл бұрын
My brother, making this job seem so easy when it's not. God bless your heart for the effort.
@Stravinsky144 жыл бұрын
Wow, seriously impressive that you can change a clutch so quickly and not not even in a garage - on axel stands! You are a real craftsman sir- well done and thanks for the video. I read some garages charging 7 hours labour to change a clutch in a r50 mini!
@WMCS4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the support and great feedback.
@misaelcano5576 Жыл бұрын
Hey brother if you’re still working on coopers I have a mini that r50 that I need to change the clutch on .. would you be willing to guide me through ? Obviously I’m willing to compensate your time and knowledge .
@jonnysl65604 жыл бұрын
I've subd. Least I can do , RESPECT
@WMCS4 жыл бұрын
Jonny Sl thanks.
@randomhk86344 жыл бұрын
Hats down for this guy, seriously he did really good, now I know why mini cooper are so cheap and why mechanics charge high for its repairs, a lot of work
@x-man47024 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video, did you have to remove the subframe?
@pboperations4 жыл бұрын
In this video he only changed the throw out bearing not the actual clutch right? Forgive me I'm still learning
@andamiro-z7i Жыл бұрын
He' a vere good mechanic, I think it's amaziing.
@mikepeugeot7344 Жыл бұрын
I have a 2006 mini one with 71k miles. It has a very heavy and stiff clutch. Apparently all older minis are like that but I'm not sure. I've always known modern cars clutches to be very easy. Is this normal or do I need to get it looked at? Thanks.
@WMCS Жыл бұрын
Get it looked at asap
@patrickjmorgan3 жыл бұрын
What a bugger- but FWD cars have never been easy. A mobile mechanic earns his crust. Well done for filming this.
@jacklambo73465 жыл бұрын
Nice job did you remove the subframe or just drop one side of it
@WMCS5 жыл бұрын
ryan lambert Just dropped one side about 2 inches.
@Bombastic_Spastic2 жыл бұрын
You can do these without removing the subframe?
@peterhavens11083 жыл бұрын
Does this car have ac? Is there enough flex in the hoses to move the rad assembly aside like you do with ac present on the car?
@WMCS3 жыл бұрын
Yes that’s correct. There’s enough flex.
@mikefandango22963 жыл бұрын
You’re a machine!
@larryleisuresuit95844 жыл бұрын
WOW!!!!!!!!!!!! LOL I was wondering why this guy would sell me his 2002 Mini 5 speed looking like brand spanking new for 1500.00 ! LOL all it needs is a NEW clutch! LOL I don't know if this video just talked me into or out of getting it. LOL I mean, I am fully capable of this job, but I don't know if I want to do it now. LOL. Amazing Video man, seriously. I really like how there is ZERO BS in it. I can't hear worth a damn anyway and what a enormousness amount of information is here! This is probably one of the best vids I have seen for repair and replacement. I can't even think of another compares. I gotta go see if you have more of these now. looking like you do eh.
@WMCS4 жыл бұрын
Larry Leisuresuit thanks for your review and visiting the channel. I’ve done an updated version of how to just replace the clutch rather than taking the gearbox out. It cuts the replacement time almost by 2 hours .... it’s not a bad job tho ...about 4 hours ....
@larryleisuresuit95844 жыл бұрын
@@WMCS I will check that out! Thanks man!
@mrgrumpy51164 жыл бұрын
thanks for the video Kevin, after watching that I can't think of one good reason why I might want to buy one.
@WMCS4 жыл бұрын
😁😂😂✨..,, they are a bit like a high maintenance woman ..,, you have to fork out just to stand next to her ...
@dusanbozic77733 жыл бұрын
Hello! Is that Bmw, Peugeot or Chevrolet engine? ?
@WMCS3 жыл бұрын
It’s Peugeot engine
@herridge8194 жыл бұрын
Top work Kevin!
@huntersbar4 жыл бұрын
Have you ever had the bolts holding the battery tray in place rotate freely without unscrewing? What was your solution if so? Thanks
@WMCS4 жыл бұрын
Yes. Quite often. the only solution is to get a flat head screw driver and a hammer and make a clean cut around the bolt.
@huntersbar4 жыл бұрын
Do you mean cutting the tray itself so it can clear the bolts? That was about to be my next attempt to solve it, but thought I'd ask before cutting.
@WMCS4 жыл бұрын
Yes exactly that. And by leaving the bolt in when you fit the tray back that bolt will serve it’s purpose again.
@garybriers6903 жыл бұрын
I would like to know where you get those gloves from can't find any decent ones anywhere
@WMCS3 жыл бұрын
You can get it off eBay. www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Orange-Disposable-7mm-Nitrile-Gloves-90-per-box-Textured-Latex-Free-Size-XL-/114466604998?_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49292
@garybriers6903 жыл бұрын
@@WMCS thanks for that will save me changing them every 2 minutes
@westawesta90633 жыл бұрын
👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
@minicar11724 жыл бұрын
I have a Mini Cooper r50 and I had an EP emblem on the dashboard with a check engine light and RPM turns too high. It seems that the Mini Cooper was not turning from the first or second gear, what is the solution?
@stevemilne750 Жыл бұрын
Very helpful video got a clutch to do soon on my wifes mini one clutch operates fine just has a noisy release bearing hoping it holds out till i get time to do it but your video will come in handy.
@jimmer1976 Жыл бұрын
FairPlay to you 👍 I’d spend the entire duration it took you to do it looking for a socket that I had in my hand five minutes before…
@neeeneee43723 жыл бұрын
bmw brakes
@Mario-zb1yc Жыл бұрын
Respect
@Metalmachinecrush3 жыл бұрын
Fair play to that man,.. doing it on someone's drive in the wind and rain, not an easy job at the best of times. A*****
@geoffcooke93943 жыл бұрын
Thats some miserable wind. would like to of heard a moan or a groan though . good up load.
@EddieLeal Жыл бұрын
That mini-cooper is a job and a half. Good God man! You pretty much disassembled the entire front end. 😳👍
@WMCS Жыл бұрын
😁🍻… that’s it .. it’s like digging for gold this one
@donnymacleod97292 жыл бұрын
Making it look easy superb well done
@ronin99999 Жыл бұрын
Kevin you are my hero
@WMCS Жыл бұрын
😁🍻
@benking95034 жыл бұрын
I gotta do the wifes mini now, yaaaaaay! I think her throw out baring has exploded too, like your videos mate, I did a Peugeot 207 the other day after watching that video of yours, very helpful thanks!
@WMCS4 жыл бұрын
ben king thanks for visiting the channel. I recently posted and updated much quicker way of clutch replacement on a mini. Let us know how you get on.
@greenkrack12993 жыл бұрын
what do u do next i mean u put a new trans in now what bout this program part or the adaptive part do u have to hook up ur lap top and do some wizard shit cuz that’s where i am my shit says xp so i gotta do all the d p n 3sec 10 times
@WMCS3 жыл бұрын
Hey Green that is it. Nothing more to it. No programming of anything required ..,
@stevenmintandrews48592 жыл бұрын
Get it inside mate , Make things a lot easier, Also keeps your drive clean and out of view of noisy neighbours.
@WMCS2 жыл бұрын
Thanks 🍻🍻
@matthewharmer16564 жыл бұрын
How much did it cost?
@connorpoole2 жыл бұрын
What’s the book time on one of these?
@WMCS2 жыл бұрын
About 7.5 hrs
@droolingi6055 жыл бұрын
Can you do valve stem seals without removing the head? If so what would be the quote? My mini r56 n12 starts smoking after 20 min of driving, when accelerating in 1st gear.
@WMCS5 жыл бұрын
B B Most engine variants you can do it. Make sure you have the correct pinch tools for the collets.