Running Nitrous on a VW Jetta ~ Will It EXPLODE This Time?

[@Kyletfleming]

Yes, all I want to see in my life is Paul struggling…. Every hour, every minute of it please!

[@MrTheHillfolk]

From the first step outta bed in the morning 🤦🤣🤣

[@Kyletfleming]

Maybe you could do the episode reality TV style and title it “Paul’s Struggles: From European parts dealer to gas fume junkie”.

[@HumbleMechanic]

Hahahha

[@rossbowman202]

Yes Charles, I know we all want to see three or more hours of Paul hopped up on fuel installing a pump.

[@YWN1590]

hell yea

[@RichLifeStories]

Yes!

[@BOBSMITH-zx6zu]

Ooooooooh yeaaaaaaaaaaah

[@RampantSGV]

Yes please!

[@SpaceMissile]

it was giving me anxiety to watch. lmao

[@zeitgeist2720]

Love these recent collabs with Paul! You guys seem like you really get along well, wish I could hang in the garage with the two of you! Keep the vids comin’

[@HumbleMechanic]

Thanks! Always fun having out with your bud doing stupid stuff HAHA

[@Deutscheautoparts]

You ever seen a Struglasaurus Rex...... I have

[@mattlarson9897]

Maybe the clicking was from the nitrous solenoids clicking on and off. That is what the controller is doing, turning them on and off quickly to limit the flow rather than all on or all off.

[@abdielrodriguez3411]

Thats completely correct !! That clicking noise is the solenoids being controlled by the progressive !

[@acefighterpilot]

The sound of the dyno speeding up provides such a palpable sense of the anxiety in the room rising during those oil pan shots.

[@HumbleMechanic]

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[@onelowvdub]

That super start battery isn't so super is it

[@dB_944]

More Paul struggling!!!

[@noodlezdotcom]

is there going to be a rematch with the civic?

[@larrymasson8072]

Every Dyno Operator should invest in a Plex Tuning Knock Monitor which is the best Knock Detection System on the market bar none. It is extremely adaptable and can be as simple as listening to see if knock is occurring (you would hear it in the headphones long, long before you hear it standing next to it) or you can set up advanced mode monitoring and it will show what cylinder is knocking and how much. One blown engine will more than pay for one. Keep up the good work !!!

[@HumbleMechanic]

Oh thats awesome. I will send that over to Ian! THANK YOU

[@hopingforthebest1.9]

Its always a good day at the dyno when you don't have to pick up internal engine components off the ground!

[@HumbleMechanic]

GHAHA yep! much cleaner day at the dyno

[@HumbleMechanic]

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[@dandeangelo98]

Happy Saturday! I'm here for more dry humor, knowledge, and VWs!

[@HumbleMechanic]

HAHA YEASSSSS Hopefully we delivered

[@dandeangelo98]

Also YES to an unedited video of Paul attempting to put a square into a circular hole!

[@mosesindecks]

Congratulations guys, this series has been very educative and very inspiring. I have learned a lot of stuff that I didn't even know. Nitrous is definitely expensive so some of us can't do this but it's great to learn from these two geniuses. But for now with nitrous we will be just to "the left to the left everything I own in a box of nitrous to the left".

[@cmawhz]

I gotta give you guys props for even attempting this. Thats a whole lot of effort for a jetta but it's great to watch!

[@andrew.triggs]

These are so fun to watch. It looks like you and Paul had a blast.

[@thatgirlliani]

I want the struggle cut! 🤣🥰

[@HumbleMechanic]

Hahaha I think we have to

[@ajontatzis9495]

The jetta is gonna be fine just needs more oil bro I'm working on a turbo 2.5 build myself it is starting to suck but I'd love to see hours of Paul struggling to cope with my own struggles.

[@V10PDTDI]

I'm no NITROUS doctor but what implementation has been done to the stock ECU for when the nitrous is added to reduce the timing under NITROUS operation ?

[@DWTSVIDS]

this, and does it add fuel? As the ecu probably doesnt calculate with the extra introduced oxygen thus running a leaner mixture increasing the chance of detonation.

[@travis7212]

@@DWTSVIDS it’s a wet shot so fuel is being injected along with nitrous. And I’m assuming because they have the ability to tune it, they also took some timing out of it for the nitrous.

[@DWTSVIDS]

@@travis7212 ah thats at least one thing sorted, i hope they take some timing out indeed

[@dolssondko]

Loved it. Paul and Charles are such an awesome duo, and the camera man adds to it as well!

[@HumbleMechanic]

Thank you

[@larryhibbitts2099]

Loving this series. Dyno day had to be a bit terrifying for you guys - I could see the anxiety on the camera. But hey - you didn't blow it up right out of the gate this time!

[@HumbleMechanic]

So much stress!

[@Tonybaggawalnuts]

+1 for the unedited strugglesaurus video, Paul is fantastic

[@FlyingStuff]

The two of you have a hilarious dynamic

[@ecooley257]

Love these goofy episodes. Keep coming back with stuff like this!

[@HumbleMechanic]

Thank you!!! We love it too

[@Randomsheit]

I love you two in videos together, it's a winning combo. So funny

[@DevineDigital]

Ian is awesome, very business oriented but wicked smart. Glad to see he’s getting dialed in for you. He’s done wonders for us MK6 Gen3 GLI guys. Love the videos Charles & Paul!

[@DesolationTech]

as soon as he mounted the fuel pump to the side i was like "yeaaah thats not fitting"hahaha great video guys!

[@joseluisgonzalezpadilla6105]

Exactly!!

[@onajehowell]

Yes definitely need separate video of your buddy struggling with that pump 👍🏾

[@piti_rocks]

I need the Paul struggle video 😂

[@HumbleMechanic]

Me too 😂😂😂

[@incy2k]

How do we know he even fitted it without seeing the struggle

[@andykrupinski5808]

Hey Charles I'm a long vw enthusiasts. My first car was a 1983 volkswagon Gti. I loved that car. It actually saved my life and my friends life. I was racing a camera back in the day and was taking a a turn faster than the car could handle and fished taled the rear end going about 80 mph. The whole hatch was smashed all the the rear seats. I had 2 guys sitting in the back and nobody was hurt. But enough if that. I had many cars since than but I am falling in love with a 2013 vw cc. The one I found has 107k and I found it in Sacramento. Has normal California weather but is within 100 miles of the snow. Don't know the history yet. I just want to know if it's going to be a reliable car ? It's for sale for 8k but others I found same year go about 13k. It's never been in an accident says the carfax but what am I missing. It's at a dealership. But why the price difference? Please respond. I like the 2013 because it's has more upgrades than 2011 and 2012. And looks like a better car. I want to purchase a car with in a week. Can you help me. I really love your show. You fix cars more than what I planned to do but you are also what I can see. The humble mechanic. I love how your truth full about all vw. Thank you for your awesome work.

[@TheRedrider05]

The occasional sarcastic comments put into big random captions are hilarious. The chemistry between you guys is awesome.

[@scottinWV]

That fuel pump installation! Geeez! A total fuster cluck! That company really didn't think things through.

[@HumbleMechanic]

Tell me about it

[@brokenEuros]

the bunghole counter had me cracking up, great video

[@tbh1444]

Honestly, I can't picture how that fuel pump went in. I'd love to see that

[@StevenHawking]

give us 3 hours of fuel pump installation, ASMR I've always wanted

[@jeepdad3]

Yes please. A full video on fuel pump install.

[@joes.7536]

👍🏼reflect tuning. I have a reflect tune on my 1.8t right now.

[@Freakezzz]

Swapped out my alternator on my 2.5 today. I could use a video of Paul struggling to go along with this night cap beer. Been a day.

[@HumbleMechanic]

Hahah hopefully coming soon

[@tommytomtom3139]

I run an AEM 50-1000 as a lift pump in my 20v. A little modification to the basket is needed but it works. Bottom of basket drilled out and pump held in place using external fuel pump sound deadening foam it's such a tight fit inside that no further securing method was needed. Hope that helps.

[@HumbleMechanic]

That may be the future play. We wanted to try this kit out. And got what we deserve 😂

[@tommytomtom3139]

​@@HumbleMechanic ​ The AEM pump is awesome once you get it fit with a little fettling. 😊 A huge amount of aftermarket "drop in" pumps available but unfortunately a lot of them aren't up to scratch and come with a huge chunk of failure rates. 😭 Definitely made the right decision with the AEM. My live feed is also pretty much the same place. I used a simple nut and bolt to secure wiring and sealed using viton washers. If you need any pics etc happy to send them over. 👍

[@markplenty2631]

The on the edge of your seat stuff is good guys! I’m hoping you can get over the 300’s in that! Amazing work!

[@gwc_garage]

I think this is my favourite series

[@danj631]

Definitely wanna see Paul struggle with pump install. Loved every second

[@GermanEliteTuning]

Dude I had the same reaction as you when Paul was about to mount the external pump. Horrible design. This Jetta is going to make some jam tho.

[@HumbleMechanic]

Yeah I’d love to be in the room where it was decided THAT is the best way 🙄

[@piti_rocks]

Here in Germany you can just order an upgraded one. Full plug and play, but they advise to beef up the power cables.

[@GermanEliteTuning]

@@HumbleMechanic haha if you were it idea would been in the trash can like Jordan dunking 😂

[@piotrzakrzewski2766]

Exploding the Jetta yet again! Dang! Loving it!

[@bodyboarder831]

These kind of video's seriously make my day

[@alanburke76]

Can we get an accurate count of the number of times we’ve seen this engine blow? Doesn’t get old seeing it, I’m just curious.

[@HumbleMechanic]

HAHA I really should.

[@cbaumy3415]

Been waiting for this!!!

[@91boris]

Yes yes yes We Need that video of Paul Love your contents💪💪

[@benwhittaker8630]

It did sound like detonation more so than the nitrous solenoid (as unreliable as it is listening to a video) I'd get your tuner to pull a big chunk of timing out, like 6 degrees or more and see if it goes away. Even inaudible knock will kill an engine, if it's detonating loud enough to pick it up on video, you're really on borrowed time. Pulling a big chunk of timing won't hurt anything in the short term but could identify your issue pretty quick. Or run the fuel as low as possible and fill it up with 110 race gas. (Or do both and stick the big jet back in!)

[@barborisov]

those control arm bushings are mint for dragging

[@mrD66M]

I'm looking at Paul with the fuel pump like "wtf are you doing bro" 🤣

[@RHODEZ]

Precision Raceworks or even DeatschWerks Pump upgrade would have been more plug in and play. Nitrus cutoff should employ when fuel pressure drops? TSI Cam Follower Conversion would have been nice? Love the build, lets build a R30 turbo and DSG launch it boys!

[@HumbleMechanic]

Yea this pump was not Awesome. But we wanted to try it and confirm haha

[@VW4LIFE817]

Yes I got that set up lpfp for my FSI GTI don't get me wrong that set up works always I got it with uspmotorsports, but putting the fuel pump back in the tank it was a nightmare.

[@kmpaton]

Ace Ventura quote and a Rhianna verse within seconds of each other. 10/10 internet magic.

[@jemmace2586]

I only work on my old golf wagon to fix it, I'd love to crank it up by some means, I'd probably kill it in the process, not good for me, only owning A car though. Love these video's, highly entertaining.

[@poyo3582]

Charles and Paul, my favorite car content!

[@paulzx10]

Should point the purge vent at the intercooler to prevent heat soak while waiting on start line at the strip.

[@HumbleMechanic]

Do you get all the cool guy internet points tho? LOL (I agree thats a better place)

[@nickcook7408]

I would LOVE to watch all the video of him struggle with the pump - we’ve all been there and it would be nice to laugh at someone else’s struggles instead of my own

[@douglashaggerty8002]

Good luck getting it out...that's a case of good beer

[@HumbleMechanic]

Hahah it lives there now

[@michaelmustic6645]

One step cooler range spark plugs. Also need to pull ignition timing with the injection of the nitrous. If you guys are running a tune (sorry I don't remember if you were), pull timing for sure. Nitrous doesn't care about advanced timing because you are going to get peak cly pressure early anyways, But you will blow nice holes in pistons with to far advanced timing.

[@HumbleMechanic]

We have done those things. Let’s just hope it was enough haha

[@mariorepetto185]

If anyone is wondering if you can make the fuel pump work just try to be really careful and detach the white plastic tub below the blue top and custom fittings the fuel pump inside of it and wiring it up that way and running the fuel line too

[@TinoR626]

As someone who has installed around a half dozen of the cts kits. Look I get it its cheap just get the apr kit. Yes I know its almost twice the price but trust me its worth it. Also a used apr kit sell for more then a new cts kit.

[@HumbleMechanic]

Never again would I choose it. Even if paul installs it hahah

[@TinoR626]

@HumbleMechanic the worst part is the first time I opened the kit. I was like, wtf is this? Why does this look like some bs honda crap from the 90's. It's looks so backyard put together. Tho cts has always been hit or miss with their stuff. Random question, but did you buy this kit off eBay for like 300 of some random guy?

[@hondrta]

Wooo wooooo!!! Glad this episode is here !! I just woke up! Sorry I’m an hour late !

[@stephenprice7502]

Yessss! Episode 2 dropped/ Awesome

[@CubanRider]

Hell yeah boys, awesome content. Looking forward to the next!

[@jonathanswartz4941]

Absolutely love this series!

[@HumbleMechanic]

THANKS!

[@sethdabull]

Yes please video of Paul struggling with the pump

[@dariusgodden2392]

The one caveat from this experiment is datalogging. TFSI with the full K04 package on a decent tune should net just under 300hp (I'm being super conservative) Great to see the NOS per the caluclations worked out 🙌🏽

[@garyhowe88]

I'd be sad to see under 350hp on a k04 car with upgraded hpfp etc huge restriction somewhere. Something very amiss here.

[@patkelly7999]

Fantastico, Well Done Fella's👌👍🙂

[@vhjioa]

It's N2O and not NO2 by the way. Haha loved the "family" part at the end lol

[@nhzxboi]

Sorta sucks doing all the testing stresses the thing out before you really use it for the track. You can blow only so much HP through the machine before it's over. I guess that's part of the fun. It mighta, coulda worked but we wrecked it before we needed it. Tough decisions.

[@Sgt0311]

Full send with the Paul supercut

[@MrOviCXV]

I know that is late but i know that the stock fuel pump can be replaced with the aem fuel pump, but you need to open the white case and use the stock filter from old pum. You won't need 2 lpfp, you need only one but with much more debit (not pressure) than the the stock one. This upgrade is needed to avoid fuel starvation because of hpfp. Another solution is to use the stock lpfp and with a surge tank installed on the supply line. I know this info from a vw mk4 gti 1.8t tunned (is the same with audi a3 1.8t).... Hope is the same thing with tfsi... Another thing: the the A/F sensor for gauge is recommended to be install close to turbocharger, same as stock o2 sensor, to read precisely. 😊 P.S. Sorry for my english, bcs i'm from romania..

[@docgramps1]

I'd love to see the struggle. It'd make me feel better about how every 20 minute job turns into 8 hours.

[@chadlafrennie4065]

Bring us more struggle bus content..... Possibly with Seinfeld bassline sound effects when Paul gives the camera that WTF look

[@caveone-365]

"Hey broski, two nawz bottles!!!" LOL Reminds me of the 'My New Honda/ Haircut' spoof video with that guido guy. 🤣 Paul had me dying with the description of running the wires through the door jamb for the neons! LMFAO. These videos with you guys always crack me up and never disappoint😁🤣😂🤣 Keep the hilarious stuff coming fellas! 😉👍

[@caferacers2211]

YES I WANNA SEE PAUL STRUGGLE😂see how hard he works for his awesomeness

[@MercSLRFan]

Those 'family' jokes crack me up every single time😂

[@toothferrin]

Rebuilds the engine, but keeps the 50 mph spare on the front tires on the dyno. I love it! Haha

[@HumbleMechanic]

Hahha it’s a full size spare with a proper tire. Sticker shmicker 😂

[@toothferrin]

@@HumbleMechanic haha! Just teasing 😈 Can’t wait for the next episode! 😎👍

[@HumbleMechanic]

@@toothferrin I know :) The first series had a LOT of sadness over that. I enjoyed it

[@VanOneFour]

It’s always a good day to see some struggle bus 🚌. We would love to see it.

[@aussiebloke609]

Without a check valve, what's stopping the fuel from one pump backing up and going down the other branch of the Y fitting, instead of towards the engine? Seems like that wouldn't be good for the second pump. I see no reason a higher volume pump can't be installed _in place of_ the factory pump, instead of strapped to the outside of the sump, which also lets you keep it as an effective swirl pot. And as an added bonus, it would all actually fit into the tank. :-P

[@jonas000111]

I think it was made apparently clear by them that the kit was a pile of crap and they won't use it again or even recommend it. FWIW fuel pumps, when off, do not allow flow in either direction.

[@HumbleMechanic]

You are 100% right! LOL

[@ElJaviTuning]

@@HumbleMechanic All the fuel pumps comes with check valve from factory, there's no need on installing one. however you can check it on VCDS, that the low pressure fuel stands on 5 bar+ ++

[@agustinlocastro]

cant wait for ep3

[@pkt1213]

Love the video. Reminds me of stuff my best friend and I would be doing if we didn't live so far away.

[@youtubejunkie8053]

Need a better tuner. A kO4 with rods and LPFP can do a easy 300hp all day. Talk to Alex at Stratified, he’s a Genius with VW’s. This is a Great build

[@jae9843]

I legit love and appreciate that companies like CTS, 034, and ATP still make stuff for older VAG platforms, but the fitment and overall engineering quality of some of said stuff can be so sus. lol. At the same time though, beggars can't be choosers.

[@HumbleMechanic]

Yeah it’s a mixed bag for sure. Some cts stuff is top. But this wasn’t it. That said it was a “cheap” setup

[@alexanderstefanxandraswedi5835]

Good job sharing

[@jimamizzi1]

Absolutely love this video lads

[@OldCrowle]

Bunghole joke brings back some memories, must be 20 years or so ago when I happened to watch that bit …

[@billyjoe3309]

I always look forward to you guys collab videos!!

[@GeorgeBaskharon]

Yessssss!!! We need the video of Paul suffering for 3 hours

[@hyper8545]

Oh hell yeah 💪😤🤙

[@Jimblefy]

Great series guys. Really enjoying your vids :)

[@franktamborello8012]

What’s that connector type on the Nitrous Express Maximizer 5 nitrous controller (17:27) for the larger connector, the one next to the pigtail? If I’m searching for that wiring harness connector, what’re the keywords I need to find it and who sells it?

[@hoost3056]

Paul being late......he was high......still crispy from the fuel pump install....and the high powered gummie.

[@evanswift5020]

that clicking noise is the solenoid turning on and off... that's why it gets more frequent towards the end of the run

[@2GSpyderTurbo]

Charles' beard sticking out of the bottom of the helmet is hilarious!

[@HumbleMechanic]

Hahah it’s weird

[@dannunzio2958]

I love this project. I love this channel. I love you guys

[@HumbleMechanic]

THANK YOU

[@ReZhorw]

I unintentionally held my breath during the dyno test

[@TechX1320]

Wait, didn't this have a K04 on it?!? Why does that seem like moderately tuned k03 numbers? I would have expected the 300whp without nos, 350-375 with nos. Or am i thinking of something else

[@HumbleMechanic]

No you’re right. I’m wondering if we didn’t have an issue with the k04

[@someblokeonthenet]

I can only assume the clicking wasn't det as surely you would have been logging and you would have seen the knock sensors light up... det is generally more a crackle than a distinct click even if the ECU pulls timing after detection...

[@Tomd4850]

Strugglesaurus supercut please! 🤣🤣🤣

[@timpindell8178]

Was there no way to fit a line to the inlet, then make the pump external? You ran wires into the tank, surly you could run lines out and keep the pump external.