Lamborghini Countach QV update Part 3. Stripping the gearbox to find out what's wrong.

My Lamborghini QV is at Tyrrell's Classic cars because the gearbox had started making horrible noises and there were a few more jobs that I wanted doing. In this video, we strip the gearbox and find out what the problem is..
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[@jtekdryice]

Finally we get to see what was causing that strange noise! Not as bad as I imagined it would be though. That V12 was certainly a beast to clean I can tell you 😂

[@ATomRileyA]

Was great too see your cleaning process at work, seems like a real genius way of cleaning as it does not leave any residue. Hope your business really takes off.

[@ufx808]

Everything came up really well, good job.

[@francosheene4631]

is this a new process i haven't heard of it before?

[@jtekdryice]

@@francosheene4631 the latest machines allow us a fine precision for detailing cars (underbody and engine bays) but no, dry ice blasting as a technology has been around since 1945.

[@peterrolt6403]

Lovely job, we had a dry ice demonstration at work and it's capabilities are fantastic without the surface erosion of abrasives

[@CaesarTjalbo]

Imagine that, a Lamborghini gearbox looking like a tractor's, I wonder where they'd got the inspiration.

[@john1703]

Might say the same for Porsche!

[@Desertduleler_88]

Lamborghini made tractors before sports cars.

[@kar4tube]

I had the same thought!

[@Elaba_]

I can't believe Ferrari is making tractors. It's another company. I wonder when Ferrari will sue them.

[@edwrench4796]

@@Desertduleler_88 Jay Leno featured a Lamborghini tractor in one of his episodes. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6jNfWqiedmrjZo

[@raygt6370]

“There are some good deals on the costa del sol!” Whilst talking about the gearbox. That grin… the chemistry between these two gentlemen is rather enjoyable.

[@phila3884]

One of those two is going to the Costa del Sol after that job, not necessarily Harry!

[@Priapos93]

Iain's face in the flashback shows the depth of his concern for the car. It looked like he was feeling that grinding himself.

[@gazzafloss]

Yes, I was yelling at my screen "stop it Harry, have you no mechanical sympathy?"

[@alexbrown1995]

@@gazzafloss I suspect there were a few people grimacing. I was one of them....

[@jrgenjrgen1165]

It looks like he puts 10.000 Volts into his private parts.

[@EddieIrvine106]

Meanwhile Harry is talking about it "singing" lol

[@dancarter482]

@@EddieIrvine106 While it was actually crying out for MERCY!

[@tedtheturbot]

Good dynamic between you two chaps, funny bit of banter..

[@abarratt8869]

Iain was giving off £££££ vibes from the get-go, but in a very apologetic way!

[@thefamilyrobbo]

Only a complete petrolhead with very deep pockets could be as nonchalant and good humoured as Harry when given news like that 😊 The rest of us would be in tears and walking around in circles like a headless chicken 😮 Harry must love it because he receives a car back looking immaculate then takes another one to go through the whole process again 😅

[@mham83]

@@thefamilyrobbo hopefully the views from the videos offset the cost a little… though it’ll still be a painful bill regardless!

[@trenttrevorrow5648]

I liked the Harry's Farm plug..surely just pop in an old Lamborghini Trattori gearbox!

[@jibbyjabby7499]

Can't get enough of these two on camera. I know it's costing Harry a few bob but it's awesome content. 😁👍

[@michaelsummerell8618]

12:43 "You've obviously driven it sympathetically".... I actually laughed out loud at this, remembering your video showing the grimace on Iain's face as you drove it along with Iain in the passenger seat listening to the gearbox grind itself to death...

[@TheStefanskoglund1]

Harry at least isn't abusing the clutch while knowing how to shift gears. Though he asks the gearbox to take most of the 450 hp.

[@MIK23458]

Ian, ‘I’ll put these gloves on so I look like I know what I’m talking about’. 😂😂 What a legend!

[@mr2gti]

Tractor Grade - Neil Parish is knocking one out in the Commons to this RIGHT NOW!

[@amospizzey1]

These engineers/ mechanics are true artists . Growing up a petrol head I’ve always greatly admired their skill and deep knowledge.

[@user-od9iz9cv1w]

Fascinating video. Ian's shop is the place to be with these cars. Replaying the video of Harry showing the noise to Ian in a drive test was priceless. Reminds me of my sister who would turn up the radio when a sound like that became persistent.

[@helplmchoking]

There's definitely a degree of "I know my car" with an older Italian one, though 😅 I used to have passengers constantly letting me know I had warning lights coming on in an old Alfa, but you just had to take a decent right hand bend to get rid of them again as they weren't actually on for a reason

[@russcattell955i]

I had a G/F with the same mindset, besides the radio trick. My car had a manual choke, she drove it to work and complained "it drinks a lot of petrol" she only did the 15 mile round trip with her handbag hanging from the extended choke control.

[@FaustoTheBoozehound]

@@russcattell955i there's a story you won't hear from today's kids 😆

[@johnmartin6854]

@@helplmchoking Italian electric lol.

[@dancarter482]

Been TRYING to get a diagnosis on a nasty rumble coming from a driveshaft hub/bearing for YEARS now. They all claim not to hear it. I have to turn up the stereo and try to ignore it for now. When it eventually detonates I'll be able to know what it was ........

[@simplesimon755]

6:43 I loved that moment when Iain was recommending the ceramic coating and spoke of the practicality but Harry says, "Cause they look cool as well". haha Another great video from the dynamic duo of motoring.

[@peteracton6360]

A “trick manifold” as Harry would say!

[@camperp195]

All we need is ian tyrell to drop a vid,normally one follows the other 👍

[@deancostello14]

I'd be blaming Chris Harris for this damage when he drifted it, Harry! 😂

[@epicon6]

Many times classic car restorations are a heartache but there's nothing better than restoring a classic the right way.

[@4dshow]

Iain’s grin at 0:27 , love these two.

[@Peter-Oxley-Modelling-Lab]

Iain's wicked grin 😈 reminds me of the Evil Emperor at the end of Star Wars Ep.3 when Vader cries "NOOOOOOOOO!" 😫 Lol!

[@rotax636nut5]

The damage to the gear teeth is called 'spalling' and is a common point of failure in many gearboxes

[@MrBlaadieblaa]

Indeed, the result of (sub)surface fatigue in the material.

[@phils2180]

A very expensive gearbox disaster narrowly avoided I think!👍 Personally, I wasn't too surprised at Ian's cost estimates for the components. The cost of bespoke engineering has come down enormously over the last decade or so with modern measuring and CNC machining techniques. What would once have been a few days manual machining by an experienced engineer can be done in a few hours. It'll be interesting to find out if OEM parts are still available from Lambo off the shelf and if so, what they cost. I'm looking forward to the heads coming off to see how the valves and valve train have fared. 👍

[@ruypavancardim7512]

In the nick of time!

[@helplmchoking]

I'd be surprised if Lamborghini didn't have at least some degree of support around heritage parts given how other car markers do it. Even if they don't, I imagine they'd be reasonably happy to provide as much information was they can to let others have their own parts made - if not, the Countach was easily popular enough for plenty of people to have put together all the required measurements, drawings and such several times over. Amazing how things have changed, though. If I wanted to absolutely abuse my poor little hobby CNC I could make most of this in my home garage. Admittedly it'd take several days and may well turn out pretty rough but the whole machine cost less than these parts would have been even 20 years ago

[@javiermolla1811]

@@helplmchoking Visited the Lambo factory a year ago, I can confirm they have an amazing vintage parts program. You can get almost any part made new. They showed us some miura suspension arms made made on CNC from the original drawings, quite cool.

[@TheStefanskoglund1]

The big job if you have the knowledge and access to a suitable machine is design work ie CAD. Though i believe these two shafts is hardened which means that they demands a suitable gear grinding machine too !

[@GNX157]

And then there’s getting the heat treating done right afterward yes?

[@drdesmo8489]

Always love the Iain and Harry combo. It’s costing money for Harry but it’s a great passion that pays the best rewards.

[@paulmurray750]

Comedy Gold. How Iain went for the gloves to surgically relieve Harry of his wallet.

[@ksteak27]

My favorite two British gentlemen!!!! Hello from the US! Love you guys!!!

[@danielmarshall4587]

Here comes a Lamborghini Countach QV with an engine and gearbox that's one of the best you could possibly find. Thank you Harry and Ian, lovely vid.

[@danielmarshall4587]

@Phil weiss OH YES FOR SURE......

[@paulgudedeberitz2335]

I realize that I have gone a bit mental by the fact that I enjoy watching two men slightly older than myself talking about various bits of metal as much as I do. This is excellent entertainment in my book.

[@peterh9238]

'The definition of reasonable'......... 😀😀😀😀😀😀 Love both your channels Harry, Iain's face at 18:01 😂😂😂😂😂

[@paulkennedy477]

The best double act on KZbin. Back of the net!

[@stev3548]

Whenever I feel like i'm drowning with all my project cars, harry rolls up with a casual "gotta re and re the heads on my lamborgini" and makes me feel better.

[@mrmoss149]

" If it ain't broke don't fix it". Iian, I was not aware you spoke southern so fluently. As a southerner by birth, I salute you. Cheers

[@F1Supremo1]

This is top notch comedy...these two are great...better than anything on tv...

[@curvs4me]

Gears look to be rust pitting damage. I've seen it many times on gears and camshafts that sat for a long time. The oil washes away over time and the surface gets exposed to dew from the air. It forms rust crystals that turn into 36 grit carbide sandpaper as soon as it's used. Between the pitted surface and scoring from the rust crystals, the demise is accelerated. Put your classic cars on stands and run them for 30 minutes idling in gear every 4 to 6 months if it is not being used. This will evaporate the condensation and lubricate bearings, seals, gears, etc.

[@NoRevving]

Quality comment. 👍

[@richardbower8707]

...or better still, just go for a blast to remember why you own it :)

[@curvs4me]

@@richardbower8707 Even better

[@UnitGorilla]

The two most sophisticated and truly cool channels on here.

[@richardwylie07]

This is a fantastic channel crossover. Two icons talking about great cars. Fantastic.

[@kevindimauro9689]

Harry did an amazing Countach video several years ago where he proclaims “I’m going to rebuild it, rebuild it, and rebuild it again.” The man loves his Countach.

[@gazzafloss]

Don't despair Harry, don't cancel the holidays, there's a workshop in downtown Pakistan I've seen who can refurbish that spline and gear with a stick welder and angle grinder. The bonus is, they'll do it for reasonable money and make a KZbin video of the job as well, so win-win for you Harry.

[@thebritishautochannel]

6:32 was an interesting view to see, and from the outside at 6:58

[@davidhuysmans67]

Two old British geezers talking about mechanics. I could watch this for hours. 🤣

[@arte2arquiteto]

It's safe to say that Harry "Bet The Farm" on Tyrell's expert assessment...

[@gregoryhousch3321]

Love the look on Ian's face as he grits his teeth listening to the gear box clatter.

[@johanbjork1650]

No stiff upper lip there. His matching comments I think defines the British habit of understating things.

[@dannypearson4348]

Great episode, surprisingly funny even though the fear of cost was lurking, some great camaraderie between them , I wasn’t rubbing my hands 😂😂 just brilliant guys thank you

[@JamesSmith-vz8yr]

Rubbing his hands like a you know what.....

[@BennyTheWoo]

Thankfully, the news isn’t terminal Harry. It’s not often I see you wince, but that canary sing!

[@gafrers]

Always great when Harry visits Tyrrell's

[@ashterfadgadget817]

It's nice to watch someone else getting expensive news about their classic.

[@nonick8490]

Seeing these two icons together, with their banter and witty comments, is such a treat! Thank you very much, great video!

[@simonelliott5956]

A great double act are Iain & Harry, the Morecambe and Wise of classic motoring, great to see as always!

[@nigeldewallens1115]

That was a feast for my eyes, whilst having my breakfast! As to see the gearbox, it was fascinating to see it all taken out! You see, once I had a racing car with a gearbox from F1's in the sixties! I went to Hewland and his guys showed me how to change the ratios for each race! Now you were talking about the loading on all the internals ok? My racing car was 750kg and we could not do standing starts as it would have broken or even smashed the gearbox! But once on the move so to speak it was a delight to change great!it shifted as quickly as you could move the great leaver!! That was really interesting to see so thank you Harry for filming it and Ian for showing us all too!! :)

[@bigjobby11]

I love it how Ian even when giving you bad news is smiling and laughing, lovely chap.

[@brycenew]

The implicit & overt humour is delicious! Thanks Harry & Iain! All the best Harry w/ achieving that ballpark pricing.

[@mrpepps]

This is a proper good look at the inner workings of our favourite poster car - brave man Harry 👍😎

[@blxtothis]

Harry took that well “probably under a grand foreach of the three parts. So goodness knows how much the overall costof dismantling, cleaning, repairing, replacing other parts, reassembling and sorting the engine out will work out. No 2 ways about it, Harry is a better farmer than Clarkson!

[@byronmills5952]

The Countach gearbox rebuilds cost is still probably going to work out cheaper than the 911 Turbo's Spanish road trip fuel bill! Another great video - looking forward to Iain manually lapping in the valves 🙂 👍👍

[@sats7819]

Ive had a dry ice business since 2011 Harry. It amazes me how the car world has just clocked on...

[@ianbrade7754]

Subtly theatrical.... Like comedy gold and improving with age! Showing all the nice bits to soften the blow and allowing Harry to come to the realization of the status of the gearbox for himself, by gentle demonstration, rather than saying "I'm sorry sir, it's kippered." Classic!

[@azizhachimi8744]

Harry could NOT wait to see the gearbox, and, maliciously (in a good and healthy way, of course!), Tyrell was holding him off to make him more eager to do that....What a pleasure to watch these two knowlegable gentleman casually discuss engines, tranmissions and cars...!

[@jamesellsworth9673]

This continues to be a fascinating series! Regular viewers well-remember Mr. Tyrrell's reaction as long as he had to live with what caused the noise.

[@astronomyphilly]

This dude reminds me of William Regal. What a guy, could listen all day. Amazing place.

[@jrarsenault1937]

Love it! Thanks for introducing us to Tyrrell's garage.

[@tcat0211]

The gentle interaction between the two of you is by far my favorite. So much understated statements.... "SLIGHTLY past its prime" Thanks so much for the content and the conversations.

[@jeremywilliams2478]

At 2:40. "That was like that before sir" I do enjoy Ian's very understated sense of humour.

[@michaelhubersberger]

These two gentlemen have such a nice chemistry going on between each other. Just wonderful to watch! Thank you!!

[@timobas]

Agreed its a very good chemistry for mechanical talk 😎

[@paolo7436]

So sorry for Harry . He was feeling so much pressure before knowing final verdict. It'll be painful but in the end it will be better than new! Really love the way Ian is explaining every single detail . Great videos!

[@mattrooke3210]

Sunday- watch Harry and Tyrrell times. Always fabulous.

[@PaulLeitnerWise]

Absolutely love the rapport between you two guys!

[@jeremymtc]

I've had that conversation with clients a thousand times, and have always appreciated those who, like Harry, really understand and appreciate what it is that you're doing and are able to maintain a sense of humor about it in the face of the billing to come.

[@bretthansen8166]

Thanks for the update Harry! Always enjoy and appreciate your content 🙂

[@ronsmith9251]

I love these workshop episodes, thanks for sharing!

[@lesleysmith5623]

Two middle-aged blokes having a laugh with some good banter. Excellent.

[@mishview]

At this point, any video I'm watching transforms into a story movie -style... I don't know if I will ever own a vintage supercar from Italy, so the gearbox knowledge is unnecessary for me.... but I just love the way everything gets presented. Simple, with style, nice jokes, and no "special effects" ... Just car-emotions and stories... Thanks Harry :)

[@TheKRU251]

These are the best videos you make Harry! Normal mortals can't afford these cars but doesn't stop us appreciating the work to keep the gorgeous 'beasts' on the road !

[@1115asmara]

Thank you Iain & Harry. I really enjoy this show. I really do.

[@jamcarz8982]

That dry ice cleaning is super cool.

[@Matteo_Licata]

Loved the insight into the Countach's transmission and the banter between you and Iain. I don't think I'll ever be in the position of owning a Countach myself, but I love to live it vicariously through your videos. Thank you Harry for sharing all this with us!

[@rhiantaylor3446]

Must admit, I had noticed springs seemed to be more frail these days than back in my youth when they just seemed to last forever. Glad to hear I'm not imagining it.

[@kar4tube]

It is truly a treat to see Iain in action, especially on such a worthy mission. Thank you for this fascinating and intriguing installment on the Countach repair. I hope the bill on the new shafts/gears is as reasonable as possible. Please continue to keep us posted on the progress!

[@reinmansmith]

Harry and Iain, what a team! I could listen to them chat for hours 👍

[@Padoinky]

As a New York Yankee,and being one that is married to a gal from the Dorset Coast of the UK, now living in Texas, just hearing the erudite conversation between Harry and Ian, is a treat - soothing, calming and so deeply factual LOL

[@jellebos6589]

Hahahaha, brilliant vid. With hindsight, the noise was terrible but it could have been much worse. great to see the those two gentlemen making a lot of us jealous about those cars.

[@richardallsop5039]

Hello again. Well Harry what a brilliant update vlog, Iain and his team are the really know their cars, so good to be part of your Contach rebiuld, such detail. Regards, RichardA.

[@rachelgreenwood7047]

Thats blue Muira looks stunning!!! Imagine walking down to your garage & seeing that every day!! 😍😍😍 Xx

[@dazaspc]

Good to see the DRY ICE in use it's good for about 80% of aluminum and steel clean up. Perfect for even softer materials but copper is tricky and if its to soft will mark it. Doesn't make it look brand new because it does tend to spread grease about, but it doesn't damage the surface at all unlike dry glass beading , shell or other media it wont stain. Vapor Blasting that is a glass bead and water/soap process also cleans the surface and is the best by a long shot if you need to clean up old dirty aluminum and steel. It will remove 30 years worth of grease and make the part look like it just came off the shelf. I would also mention that powder coating springs can be a problem for a couple of reasons, one it's brittle and may crack if there is to much motion on the spring, It can also affect the temper of the spring depending on material/oven temps and time. Better off with warm and dry parts coated with simple old enamel. Oh BTW I have personally used all the stuff mentioned. Cheers

[@tris7]

Brilliant video 👍 Really enjoying this process.

[@JayP1971]

Two gentlemen, what a pleasure to watch.

[@vandalorianvandalorian4769]

Hopefully my subscription will help out a little bit, Harry. It sure is entertaining watching both you and Ian do what you do respectively. Thank you for helping him launch his channel. Love them both.

[@leejordanful]

Lovely video. Fascinating to see the inner workings of the gearbox.

[@JohnBrown-be6re]

With the engine out I was amazed by how fine all the suspension components and mounts were, I think I was expecting something a bit more chunky....

[@craigdavies8099]

I agree, it also looks complicated above the axle housing.

[@davidmurray3685]

"Ordering from Amazon!" Lol lol I've followed you since your early Evo days Harry, and so so chuffed you are still about making these videos. You are unique Harry, and I love it

[@manfredschmalbach9023]

"It's a lovely bit of industrial sculpture isn't it - oh, almost presentable" "Oh, that's a bit tired - yes, slightly past its prime" "You've obviously driven it sympathetically" ".... almost tractorgrade shaft dimensions" (well, Ferruccio Lamborghini came from building respected tractors before he started to feel like it was about time to show Enzo how it's done _properly_ ) Two British gentlemen discussing Italian heavy metal from 40 years ago - thanks for documenting; it doesn't get more British, does it! I also liked the concept of "Costa del North Wales" as a way to save up a lot - classy.

[@jeffreyb.1657]

Dear Harry, Great video and so cool to learn things like this. Ramen noodles...... Keep these videos coming. And thank you to you and your spouse - great quality stuff.

[@IMTHEBIGGESTCUNT]

Wonderful video! Great to see the parts presented in such a way. Looking forward to it being put back together and everything ‘tickety-boo’! 👍

[@jimosullivan1389]

Always interesting to see the engineering (or lack of) side of these vehicles. Also listening to Ian's knowledge base.

[@sishabadab6570]

Watching Harry and Iain talk about cars is an unalloyed pleasure..

[@mattagnew206]

Dry ice cleaning is the mutt's nuts. We use it at work on rubber injection moulds. The operators used to scratch the heck out of the moulds with Scotch-Brite. We just bought a second unit.

[@TheHomeExpert5]

Harry is completely at this guy's Mercy.

[@TheSuperZOS]

I am mightily impressed at the lack of "shafted" jokes with all the price talking :D

[@Simon_PieMan]

Great video. Fascinating to hear technical details from an expert!

[@HawkMillFarm]

So pleased you added the test drive at the end.

[@willemdufoort1695]

Sunday evening! a perfect evening would could not be complete without a new episiode of Harry's Garage and Iain Tyrrell!

[@StephenJohnson-jb7xe]

"nope, that's off someone else's car, I don't recognize it", you are a good sport Harry.

[@maxtorque2277]

The reason springs break on modern cars is nothing to do with what material they are made from, and everything to do with the percentage yield they are run at! In order to reduce mass, and critically to package big wheels/tyres into ever more tightly packaged bodyshells, and to a make space for suspension designed with vastly better kinematics than on old cars, modern springs are simply run under much higher stress. Modern design, manufacturing and validation methods allow this to, mostly, not be a problem, but a higher stressed spring is simply more likely to break than one that is lower stressed!

[@maverick4177]

And they don’t put enough carbon in the steel 🤣

[@RAZGR1Z]

+ Crap steel.

[@gro9465]

...combined with the wretched speed bumps and never ending potholes!

[@ruypavancardim7512]

@@maverick4177 Quite! Adding just a pinch of niobium per ton of spring steel would do the trick, I guess, but then, they would not break. Not ever!

[@AMG63]

I've been waiting for this