Tearing Down The S6 Timing System & Finding More Issues...

Hey everyone,
We are continuing our push to get the S6 running and jumping right in by tearing off all the old and crusty timing components. Shockingly, a lot of these parts are coming right off with no issue. Too bad some of them really shouldn't be put back on...and others just plain can't.
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[@GERntleMAN]

I love how these engine conditions are the reason why Audis have a bad reputation in the US. All because the owners neglected the very basic maintenance like brushing your teeth. It's ridiculous to see, because here they run 400-500k before they go to Russia and Latvia but in the US they magically are all totaled by 200k

[@DustySteel]

I will never total my Audi unless it gets smashed beyond repair. Most people here don’t know how to do simple maintenance though because they don’t read the maintenance repair manual.

[@GERntleMAN]

@@DustySteel I'm glad to hear you love it that much. Although I'm an Audi guy, I'm rather critical about them. And they have their problems of course, some of which are annoying. But they are thankful if you do your maintenance dilligently. Speaking of Audis only up until 2004 of course.

[@DustySteel]

@@GERntleMAN oh yeah, of course! Lol.

[@HermanAndersen0]

seriously the most entertaining and beautiful car content out there now. Actually a shame calling it "content". This is pure art. I cant remember seeing anyone making car content the way you do, and its not just about cars... I love the constant flow of thoughts and philosophy combined with the soothing shots and excellent choice of music, your expressions are seriously great and adds so much to the whole picture. Cant wait for more videos and seeing your career progress, i really believe you are a hidden gem at this point. Hearing your thoughts and opinions also makes me inspired and less scared to work on my own car and doing what i love. Keep working hard, i appreciate you and really hope you will make it big :)

[@HunterDirection]

Hey this means a lot to me. I spend alot of time learning to make these episodes and this makes me feel like it's starting to pay off! Thank you. I'm glad you are enjoying the episodes that much

[@CarsandCasey]

It's like were solving problems together and someone (also you) is narrating our journey, saying all the things we are thinking. Love this style man

[@wilt778]

Dude, perfectly captured the feeling of working on your car.

[@germanboiii]

Your videos feel like watching a movie every time

[@MoreBo0st]

Not only are the builds amazing but the cinematography, the visuals, the story telling, the creativeness is soo good! You are just getting better amd better at film making brother keep killin it!

[@oskarfreeski]

Realest and most honest car videos out there

[@trumjalle3035]

Ronald sent me. Very thankful for that, you really do interesting videos. Keep it up!

[@grantlingley1385]

I wish I could double like every one of these videos!I look forward to everyone and the “story telling” is second to none! Helps me live through the reality of my project as well! Awesome video and cannot wait for the next one!

[@toca1383]

The content of your channel is genius and I literally can't wait for the new video👌.I love cars and I'm a fan like you, so I completely understand you. I'm from Croatia and I've been doing mechanics for more than 25 years, audi is very popular here and I'd like to give you a little advice. Whenever you change the belt and water pump, disassemble the entire front of the car, radiator, lights, metal sheets, it's simple and you will make it easier 👋👋

[@diggybobby2518]

popping those timing belt Sprockets loose with the right tool is super satisfying. also while the standard is "service mode", with that car that far apart already all your saving is some trans fluid. pull the entire core support off!, way easier to work on. on my manual S4s it always comes all the way off when i do it.

[@DustySteel]

Service mode makes it so much easier. I only have a 1.8TQM though so it’s already easier to work on.

[@tyler141]

Came here to say the same thing - service mode service mode service mode - no fluid savings is worth making a timing belt job harder … plus you’ll be in a much better position to clean up all the grime with a pressure washer / by hand. Always plug the coolant passages with rags / plastic so nothing gets where it’s supposed to. Awesome video, keep up the good work!

[@luukvanoijen7082]

This feels like a new era of car youtube. Incredible content man, keep it up, can't wait to see your movies release and can't wait for the future of this channel either

[@ryantheguitarguy2359]

Great video! I also cannot believe you did all that without removing the core support lol.

[@HunterDirection]

Haha with it pulled out and the fan removed there is a ton of room actually. Way more than I was expecting too

[@jordansapountzis3873]

Bro u are so underrated it's crazy. Love the content 😊

[@HunterDirection]

Haha I appreciate that! Thank you for the support!

[@Juntasification]

If bolt feels like it tightens like that. Screw it back in and out again. Back and forth, slowly, using some oil at the same time. Tear the front into "service position", (should have been done in the first place). Might take an hour or more first time. You dont need to disconnect the AC lines, just swing them out of the way. Well now you have to do it anyway to drill those screws out 😅

[@DustySteel]

Heat helps probably the most along with Seafoam deep creep followed with your method. Sometimes though no matter what you do it’ll break. Soaking for weeks helps but not everyone has time for that. Deep creep doesn’t dry though and actually penetrates and lubes.

[@Juntasification]

@@DustySteel Heat is king, but sometimes not an option if you dont have induction tools. I use penetrating fluids, but have no illusions of them actually helping much until the bolt/nut is actually cracked loose. Then it helps to screw them off complety. Yes if had hours/days to soak them. All those bolts cracked loose, I would say he had 90% change to take them off without breaking them if done with care.

[@DustySteel]

@@Juntasification I just use a propane bottle torch. When using PBBlaster I would agree that it doesn’t actually penetrate. But it’s been proven that Deep Creep works. I also normally tap the bolt a few times and then try tightening a little before loosening a little and spraying it more. Then going back and forth while slowly making your way out with it. I replaced the suspension on my XJ that came from PA. Had a 99% chance of breaking the bolts with what all forums were saying and I didn’t break a single one. I had a lot of time to presoak them though because I didn’t want to have to drill holes in my floor to fix a potentially broken weld nut.

[@Juntasification]

@@DustySteel 👍

[@RyanFannon-fy1yf]

Keep jamming bud. Bet it feels good to get back to wrenching in the new shop. Congrats 🤘

[@shadowmoonz1015]

0:07 I feel the exact same way. Im currently waiting for my new turbo for my daily Cruze but it’s just taking sooo long. It sucks too because I need this turbo so that i don’t get ran over on the highway.

[@clinttate3593]

love your storytelling style

[@HunterDirection]

Thank you! That means a ton to me

[@JVBNorway]

The visuals, the music. Perfect.

[@HunterDirection]

I am stoked to hear you like it!

[@datorr7470]

Only thing to make your life easier, forget service position. When I changed the water pump on my 1.8atw, wvery bolt on the water pump snapped. Had to get a new housing

[@mintyzee3000]

I’m in the same boat kinda with 06 mini cooper s valve cover bolts. The salt/rain outdoor elements come through the hood scoops and rust the bolts basically into dust so I’m having a hard time removing them all. Definitely takes patience between ordering correct tools and replacement bolts for this process.

[@DustySteel]

Whenever parts are rusty I recommend to use Seafoam Deep Creep because it’s a penetrant and lube so it doesn’t dry out. Then use heat to help expand.

[@leeh9420]

The journey is the destination :)

[@HunterDirection]

So true!

[@ilyastouring3132]

another movie 🍿 to enjoy the rest of my day working on my car or driving it as it is lol

[@HunterDirection]

I'm thrilled you are enjoying the episodes! Just wait until I make a real movie someday haha

[@ilyastouring3132]

@@HunterDirection ooooh yes I wishhhhh you have a 1h documentary about the journey. I'm watching you since day 1 buddy

[@woodlysaintjulien5369]

Kind of make me not want to own an S6. Great video again your videos play out like a good tv series or sitcom. Awesome cinematic shots and great pacing and storytelling. 👏 👏 🎉

[@DustySteel]

Same power can be had from the 1.8TQ. Way easier to work on.

[@MoreBo0st]

Hey man next time you have aluminum and steel like that heat is your best friend!!!

[@FrancoisProjects]

Hope all work out. 🙏

[@sickbozzer]

Great vid!

[@HunterDirection]

Thank you!

[@dylanwinsett6188]

For future timing services, remove the entire front carrier. Makes it a million times easier and your back will thank you down the road

[@jungillestt02]

You should contact the humble mechanic, I'm sure he would be able to answer your questions and or help find parts you need.

[@carolinacars739]

12:30, Ah, the parts chase. All too familiar for me and my 80s vehicles. A super annoying issue I have all the time from multiple suppliers is that a part is listed as "in stock". I order it, only to get an email about a week later that it's not... 🤬

[@DustySteel]

Dang! More issues!

[@DustySteel]

I feel you with waiting on parts. I shipped out a package on Wednesday morning and it still shows just “accepted”.

[@HunterDirection]

That's the worst😅 I feel that haha!

[@DustySteel]

I paid for 2-day shipping!!🤣🤣

[@HangingOnLimiter]

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[@HunterDirection]

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[@HangingOnLimiter]

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[@tylerwallace2809]

Does an enthusiast’s appreciation for car parts make them a materialist?

[@jameswilliams8025]

Man I'm first for once. Keep the awesome content coming man

[@dedbeet5845]

Damn. So close... lol

[@Marco-qc9yu]

You got time to lean, you got time to clean.. dress up those valve covers.

[@HunterDirection]

Definitely on my list haha!

[@danny3487]

It’s an Audi, just put front end in service position and make your life a little easier.

[@likits1999]

Haha Service mode, "Remove the whole front end" and the front bumper will never fit the same again. I'll never buy an Audi again.

[@danny3487]

@@likits1999 they’re not for everyone

[@HunterDirection]

Haha the bentley just lists service mode as sliding the core support forward a couple inches, but I do agree that taking it off would make a ton more room! Thank you for the support

[@skiptastic1000]

69th view......... nice

[@HunterDirection]

Lol that's almost better than first 😆

[@dedbeet5845]

First?

[@DrOcelot13]

Can we please appreciate the edit? I love the fact that all videos look like mini movies! @hunterdirection great vibes!

[@HunterDirection]

That means the world to me. I've still got so much to learn but I'm stoked you like the episodes!