The Impossible to Fix Audi RS4! 😭

Join us as we attempt to get to the bottom of what was wrong with this broken Audi RS4 B7. This job kept throwing up new problems as fast as we could fix the existing ones, but we kept at it! It's a long video, but packed with useful info for any RS4 B7 owners.
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[@alansheard553]

This kind of video is why i watch. Everybody does projects, but they don't/can't do what REPerformance does.

[@list3ningcalmly796]

Top notch work, watching them gives me confidence to tackle 5.2 build. They are the Tasos of Audi :D

[@rocketfive6193]

For me fault diagnosing on these modern day cars absolutely fascinates me! The amount of knowledge required and gained! I can watch “all day” you really show how complex modern day engines are! And your work ethic! also you always seem to work as a team with your staff

[@Drones_and_more]

Also when you think how much data we can get on a laptop now, when you think it used to be strobe light and feeler gauges, maybe a vac pump if you were posh, the rest was by ear(pinking) or colour of spark plugs lol

[@garethv1554]

More fault diagnosis stuff! That process of crossing parts off then narrowing it down so we can see how good your knowledge is the best way I think!

[@siversurfern1]

Saves you from unnecessary expenses 😅

[@duster8100]

When my son started as an apprentice tech the first thing I told him was get good at diagnosis above all else. He took that advice and is now highly paid with a company car and very few techs get a car to drive. Diagnosis is a learned art and something that can't be taught.

[@nicklloyd7987]

100% agree the best technician I know always used to buy heavily depreciated cars he could not afford to fix. Just meant he learnt to rebuild everything and ensured if he was buying parts it was the right one

[@przemeknowak2905]

Sometimes You can diagnose nothing. If You know brand well You can guess whats an issue could be.

[@RoryMacdonald-pfff]

‘Diagnosing’ vids - love ‘em.

[@nicktippetts5942]

Just keep doing the stuff that your business is all about. That’s why people watch, the interest for me, is just watching professionals doing a great job. It generates its own humour and drama, keep it real and you’ll always get a following.

[@Dadeets]

I originally came to the channel and got hooked watching you rebuild an rs3 engine. How you rebuilt it in an almost robotic way oozing knowledge and explaining everything you did as you went along as well as detailing the exact reason for its failure in the first place, was amazing. I reckon your best content is showing us what you do how you do it and the end results. Not too arsed about the bikes (sorry just not into em) don’t mind the odd bit of showboating round a track (now and again at most) but I enjoy watching you and the lads work miracles on the things in the workshop. There are very few people as capable as you and your team (if at all) - and it’s addictive watching your skills play out.

[@richb6549]

Love your videos Stick to day to day running of your business and videos of that I’ve been in this trade 30 years and people don’t understand the pressure you am under to find a fault with a car And the relief you get from finding a fault

[@knight2425]

I love watching the mechanical content from diagnostics and fixing to engine and gearbox building

[@michaelomalley141]

Diag video’s are great, as a mechanic it’s fascinating to learn by watching people better than yourself. Also more bike video’s? Race bike prep, between race weekends, repairs, etc… I’m biased because I love bikes but I would 1000% watch more bike content

[@robbieneale2583]

Great video, reason I watch this channel is your approach and attitude when FBS, the knowledge plus personality is good to watch, keep going.

[@chrisward403]

I love the diagnosis stuff and you finding and fixing problems. It’s inspiring and interesting. Please keep them going as it’s your total speciality

[@Frosty-hx6ky]

Keep to the routes of why you wanted a channel coz thats what got us all hooked, diagnosing step by step and engine builds. Your knowledge is more valuable than anything and ur attention to detail when strippping cleaning and rebuilding is on another level too. keep it up. P.S Ric did say Callum was lazy :P.

[@jean-marclandry7856]

Keep on doing what you like, be yourself and do not worry about pleasing everyone on youtube, I understand the time and effort that you put in these videos. At the end of the day you have to enjoy it and that will hopefully translate into in views and subscription. Personally I watch every single video you made and appreciate the work you guys are doing.!

[@markysparky1965]

One of your best releases to date imo. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Great diagnostic analysis, technical strip and rebuild, great father and son moments and a fixed Audi. Top stuff. Personally, I think more videos of diagnosing and fixing shop cars along with playtime activities when they occur would be worth putting some time into. See how it goes for a while then change formula as needed. I'd love more bike videos personally, I thought the MotoGP aero one was one of the best. Keeping customers happy and providing for your family come before KZbin I reckon........ All the best to Karl in his new venture.

[@bryanbates7908]

I love the diag videos. I’m a dealer tech and love seeing different ways of doing things. Love seeing how early direct injection stuff is holding up. Keep up the great work.

[@amazulu3401]

Got to agree with most. Fault diagnosis on b4stard cars will never be boring, never. You are experts at it and we all learn, so keep on doing it. Indifferent to bikes so cant comment.

[@jamietynanjt]

Another great video. I much prefer the diagnostic, technical and catch up videos than the projects. You can see projects anywhere but only you can do these deep dives. Keep up the good work.

[@tonypressley130]

Love it Ricky glad a weights lifted. I’m so glad I didn’t buy a 4.2 rs4 or any Audi lol love the content

[@alexhammett1212]

Ricky is a legend and has firmly put me off any VAG product for life. Bar Ducati 😂

[@REPerformanceUK]

@@alexhammett1212😂

[@daverose5557]

I really enjoyed this episode. Diagnosing the rs4 .

[@wynhughes9072]

Really enjoyed this troubleshooting video. Especially on cars that I can relate to

[@REPerformanceUK]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@danielmarshall4587]

"Move out"???? Pay mortgage/rent, council tax, gas-lecy and every other cost BOLLOCKS TO THAT. Stay at home as long as you can kidda. Great video gentlemen cheers.

[@stuartbrown06]

These are the type of videos I tune in to watch

[@chrisrichmond1918]

Very interesting. I am in New Zealand and have had the engine on my rs4 rebuilt due to broken valve spring including sleeved block and pretty much new everything. Probably doesn’t make economic sense. I do have similar issues with hesitation under light load when cold so may need to have the pumps looked at.The car only has 65000km but I guess age takes its toll.

[@dave4ku]

Excellent video lads! Keep em coming.

[@iankelleher5072]

Diagnosis videos are mega, the knowledge you have is amazing.

[@johnp9235]

As soon as you told him - make sure he doesn't mess up the order.... his face said it all 😂😂.

[@REPerformanceUK]

😂😂😂

[@McCreadie88]

Love these vids! Love the character building as well! RS4 is the car I've always loved but never had a chance to own. Vids of what you have to deal with day to day will give people insight and maybe help them be more understanding when it comes to wait times. Whatever projects you do I think has to be VAG, not Japanese, so what about engine swap into older cars? Or fitting turbos to R8s or Lambos? I think the idea of buying a broken supercar and fixing/modifying at the same time is a good way to go

[@georgecaspira]

Enjoyed that, love the hard problems being solved. Showed how skilled you and the team are.

[@drivingforcharityuk476]

Agree with all the diagnosis comments and generally hearing the ups and downs of running the business.

[@dans9152]

Will you be having a supercar open day once the new unit is complete, love your vids and your knowledge is amazing to listen to

[@clumhain]

great relationship with your son, would have given anything for the same when i was a lad. Whatever about REP you are already a massive success in life.

[@REPerformanceUK]

Yeah he is a good lad❤

[@kevinwhittaker1307]

The recent diagnosis videos are most interesting imo. Engine building videos are also very interesting 👍

[@victormildew1717]

Hi Ricky, I have been in this trade for over 40 years, the last 12, running our own business. We build and prepare classic race cars, from the 60's onwards. Time after time, trying to save a customer money equals us losing money to do so. It's just the two of us, me & my Son, hard enough to pay the bills and ourselves these days. Bear in mind the owners are often far more wealthy than we will ever be ! Good luck mate, losing key staff at this time is making your life harder, we understand how you feel.

[@iandaw2363]

Great content guys love the diagnosis stuff

[@pauljsims]

Stick to what you know and what you enjoy working on. The loyal fans will stick with you all the way. I have to say that what you all do within the field you work in, is great. I love the both format of vids a week. 👍🏻👍🏻👌🏻👌🏻

[@d33dub]

love the everyday car diagnosis stuff, you fixed my A45 a couple of years back. Engine out for a seal!

[@Peterbrendanalbert]

Yes, Just go with what you have. It's the honesty of the channel, highs n lows, realities of the workshop that keeps me coming back.

[@LordGRJS]

I really enjoy all your videos The way you diagnose is very good and it's enjoyable to watch Please keep going

[@greener837]

I love the way that Ricky just casually strips down a fuel pump and rebuilds it. That engine would never run again if I did the same😂

[@richardtasker9341]

Just love the channel and watch whatever you release to be fair. I do enjoy the diagnostic stuff and being a biker I do love anything to do with the bikes. Keep up the great work guys and look forward as always to the next one.

[@markvincentjamesmason4812]

Enjoyed that, great to see the diagnostics and fix everything.. complicated and interesting..✅🤪

[@benwestgate7577]

I’ve not seen many issues with these types of pumps but I experienced the same symptoms on an A3 2.0 TFSI recently and ended up doing the same as you with replacing the pump and the brass valve. The car drove sweet after that.

[@GavinMay-t7t]

As a sign off quote, I think that your son needs to learn "look listen and learn" not being rude, I really hope I'm not being too forward, but always watch your videos and I really enjoy the content, many thanks Mr May

[@LITOLifeintheOcean]

Loving the content, the banter is very entertaining.The knowledge you share is so mid blowing. I think the problem is that you're running a business that the youtube channel promotes and slips in and out of. The business is the priority and not youtube. It's easy for people that have made a business from youtube to perhaps not understand the difference. I say keep doing what you're passionate about and the lovers will love and the haters will hate but keeping you happy is whats important. Keep up the good work and thank you for delivering amazing entertaining content.

[@coupedsg]

Great Video Ricky! At least I know that you will know what you're looking for when I bring my RS4 down to you when it requires fixing or servicing👍🏻 Like the fact your teaching your son along the way...

[@tigermoth3194]

I've absolutely loved the B7 RS4 ever since it rolled off the production line and often consider buying one....but unfortunately, I just couldn't live with the low teens MPG issue😩

[@Harris_kraftworks.]

Hi Ricky. Will you be doing a video of Scott's (ratarossa) Ferrari engine rebuild?

[@REPerformanceUK]

Yes mate! Excited for that one

[@rewrittenpath]

Hi Ricky. Love the channel and, in particular, your work ethic. Doing things correctly and even, in some cases, better than the factory is something that few workshops do. It's refreshing to see the attention to detail you and your guys take and you're possibly the best example of "doing things properly" I've seen. RE future content I'd like to share my thoughts. It seems to be that the videos that do well appeal to two distinct demographics of 1. realistic for the viewer to achieve and 2. Complete fantasy purchase for the viewer. Middle of the road content doesn't seem to attract the same kind of numbers. Given that nobody understands KZbin anyway I'd like to offer a suggestion. More buyers guides. You're knowledge base and experience would make for an incredibly helpful resource for buyers. Personally I watch all of your videos as even if I don't particularly like the content like the bike stuff (sorry) because the banter is as entertaining as the subject matter. Keep the content coming.

[@CrispysProjects]

Always do stuff you enjoy, doing cars just for content is like having a job you hate. I've filmed stuff I'm never using and now focusing my T5 (gets views) & Corrado TDI swap (no views! but is my daily of choice)

[@sammm700]

loved this. diagnosis was excellent content.

[@Gorbyrev]

Wow, that is one fortunate B7 to wind up with you. Well done Ricky and well Callum for putting up with the slap downs.

[@Diddy65]

EARLY COMBOVER V OLD COMBOVER🤣🤣🤣

[@scottjking4]

Love these fault finding videos 😉

[@mikesonic29]

Your son is awesome! Needs a raise

[@marshallMathers-yq6kv]

Proper interesting watching that strip down lot of work to eliminate that problem but worth it when fixed

[@ashleygollop9100]

Great video really interesting and great to see a young lad interested in how things work

[@stenRS]

Oohhhh ive been waiting for this one. Mine had kinda same symptoms but i just changed my air flow mass meter ❤

[@MikeLloyd-z2s]

I came to this channel for the techy stuff because you guys are good at it..record what you do, look after your business and the channel will take care of itself…

[@johno9507]

Good to see you working with your son, my old Dad would have expected me to pay him for the privilege of working at his shop. 😂🇦🇺

[@arablue8v]

Great video, really enjoy the diagnosing! Any chance of some more rs3 content?

[@DustyJacks]

I prefer these kind of videos, honestly. Project car channels are a dime a dozen; there seem to be far fewer actual shop channels that do really interesting diagnostic and fixing shit videos.

[@kevdavies3445]

that was a great watch good outcome

[@russellsprout5443]

League of gentlemen. Total class

[@steffydog]

Great work gents, well done.

[@malcolmbennett3907]

Interesting vid. Always lusted after a B7 RS4. Not many good ones left 😕

[@Drop_bear_au]

nice to see a detailed diagnoses of a painful fault.

[@craiggleed2916]

This is why I wouldn’t attempt anything on mine 😅😅. Good job as always lads

[@jamest5149]

Like the diagnostic and technical video’s

[@72neillyboy]

Love the mix if I’m honest. Start to finish stuff is good with detail. SMASH THE BUTTONS!!! Jeezo….2 videos on the bounce 🤷🏻‍♂️😂😂

[@mattriley324]

Good job lad, I'm sure there was a TPI for misfire under load that said replace the pumps as a pair on the RS4. Thought you would have known that as a old tec support bod!😂 Keep up the good work Ric and want more new workshop tours👍🏻

[@REPerformanceUK]

No the TPI was for noisy fuel valves on the pumps! Checked the TPI’s when it came in! 😉

[@franciscanavan241]

Rick, keep going man!!!! 1 RS4 isn’t going to get in ya way mate, as a car mad tech, love the content, keep going mate, 👌🏻

[@leez20letcorsa]

I think when you do a project you have to do full on start to finish sequence but never the less good video

[@Drones_and_more]

I know you gave away some hours on it, but that knowledge will be priceless for you in the future, both the S4 and those trans issues.

[@greengreenie55]

I enjoy these fault finding videos and the what's happening in the workshop videos. The Spa/Nurburg videos are good, week away with mates having fun. The projects were sort of OK ish but they seemed as if they were getting in the way of your main buisness and you didn't really have your heart in them.

[@knottym00se]

Fault diagnosis from a pro is super interesting to watch, also enjoyed the lambo and R8 buyers guides.

[@boostmonster6332]

Love the fault diagnosis. Why did you not use the dyno for this?

[@aidy1162]

Your lad reminds me of mine I would ask him for a 10mm and he would bring a selection in case I was wrong Adjustable spanner brings three just in case 😂

[@michaelw4620]

This is a channel for the professional mechanics out there looking to expand their knowledge. No “DIYer” will ever do the things you do or are interested in the details. That’s why your channel struggles. It’s very specific stuff aimed at a very specific audience. Unfortunately the masses don’t live vicariously through what you do. While Matt’s Armstrongs channel they do.

[@Trollhater-mb8ne]

Another great one 👌🏻👍🏻

[@geoffwalker7530]

Love the channel! Was wondering about the gauzes, is the pump left without them now? Or could you get new ones

[@REPerformanceUK]

The new pumps have new gauze in mate

[@Alex-v8o7v]

Bloody awesome, as ever. 👍🏻

[@georgieliverpol]

Great vid rick

[@petercook6908]

I love watching you dianose problems and explaining them to us. I would like to see you finish the Knble but I beleive your heart is notin it. I took up Brit cars 54MG TF and an XK120 during covid but realized I am a porsche die hard form many years, 50, of owning them and so I went back to it and am selling the brit shit. I am grafting a 58 356 sunroof coupe full outer shell onto a 911 chassis to have best of both worlds. Maybe you could do some resto mods or sleeper cars to raise awarness of your channel?

[@bingwalker5024]

Very interesting vlog really enjoyed it 👌

[@mjaymo]

So glad I'm watching this wearing headphones 😅

[@lordnibs758]

Mega work fella!

[@Mozzer1966]

Top video really enjoyed it top root cause analysis

[@gilesfone]

Make sure you max the revenue in the shop and build some content around it. Giving us the deep tech vids is generous and thanks for that. You are a great spanners and hope these vids bring you more high end clients. Production values on the videos still poor and maybe getting worse. Ten minutes in I wanted to pause and really lay a comment down. Just phoning it in.

[@paulraper794]

FBS and also the workshop change up / upgrade build is interesting

[@PaulJames-i1q]

Process of elimination😱🙁well done👍💪

[@uxuxdude]

awesome video Ricky, i was told i have vapor locking issues on my rs4 right now. when engine is hot and shuts off, it wont start on again until engine cools down. whats up with this ricky

[@REPerformanceUK]

That could be fuel run back over vapour lock….look at fuel pressure and see what it is doing

[@markaddy53]

great job lads nightmare job but well sorted keep up the great work next video please

[@jimmcculloch3786]

Love your diag' vids esp Lambo! Love all your vids to be honest :)

[@neilduncan345]

Keeping it real Ricky that’s the main thing mate.

[@alexhorky6454]

I’ve seen issues with injectors using E10 fuel. It destroyed the mesh filters and caused them to move around and block the fuel from getting to the injectors

[@l8edg46]

Best yet

[@paulraper794]

Fixing broken shit is what we all love ❤

[@ast6537]

You should have done the Noble pal 👍

[@BIGCMV]

We had the same issue it was the one of the solenoids end of the fuel pump