V12 BMW E38 750iL Restoration - Project Dubai: More Mechanical Bits - Part 3

I did break some stuff in this video but I also fixed a few as we continue with the restoration of my neglected BMW E38 750iL and preparing it for German TÜV inspection. Also, 2 new projects revealed at the end of the video!
Repairs/work done in this video:
- Replacement of batteries
- Spark plugs
- Distributor caps & rotors
- Belts & pulleys
- A/C compressor pulley
- Power steering pump
- Fuel filter
- Rear brakes
- Tires
- Rear swing arm bushings
- Transmission service 5HP30
- Flex disc & center support bearing
- Rear taillights and license plate holder
Part 1 - • V12 BMW E38 750iL Rest...
Part 2 - • V12 BMW E38 750iL Rest...
T-shirts - teespring.com/stores/m539-restorations
My 4-post lift by Twin Busch - www.twinbusch.de/product_info...
BMW TIS repair manual - www.newtis.info/tisv2/a/en/
5HP30 transmission service manual - aftermarket.zf.com/remotemedi...
Instagram: / m539_restorations
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Music by Epidemic Sound (www.epidemicsound.com)

[@davidbarrett89]

I have never owned a BMW, maybe never will, I just admire this guy's patience, technique, knowledge and humour. Better than TV.

[@mustansarayub7247]

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[@yusufakbar6186]

I have an e60 m5 performance 2019

[@adilnador2065]

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[@mukeshrughoodoyal1138]

Sure...u will own a BMW

[@yusufakbar6186]

Sry Marco I meant 2007

[@Nigel999]

Your are a master mechanic, saving these wonderful BMW’s. They still look elegant, with a clean and simple design - they are timeless. I love your commentary too - a great blend of humour and excellent technical information. Hi from NZ.

[@jasoncatt]

What he said, plus another hi from NZ.

[@louvendran7273]

@@jasoncatt Me 3, lol

[@SpartanDara]

not from new zealand, but goddamn is burgerfuel good. that is all. take care friends

[@kiszot678]

Specially the engine

[@ryanslattery9340]

Im in NZ too. Lovely video.

[@Mr.BimmerFixer]

You’ve filled the void left behind by Ed China. Your attention to detail is very admirable, from the work on the car down to the countless hours of editing you must do.

[@derekgee4223]

Miles ahead of Ed china

[@algorhythm1454]

Edd

[@wycliffeluswata9097]

Yes it makes two of us, Edd China's workshop diaries is not as good as this, he was better in wheeler dealers otherwise the only limitation here is absence of other models of vehicles!

[@Mr.BimmerFixer]

@@wycliffeluswata9097 I made the comment before Edd started back up. I still watch Edd’s series, and enjoy it for different reasons. My situation is more akin to Edd working on the Land Rover, than Sreten working on his BMW’s. I still appreciate both the same.

[@MotoLen51]

I LOVE it when you clean parts that will never be seen again.

[@Roban554]

26:49 Haha, went a little bit Doug DeMuro there for a sec... LOVE IT!

[@richardhoff5255]

Please don't compare him to that clown.

[@csiga79]

Your DeMuro humour is next level... 🤩

[@MidwestDIY]

That hammer was probably made in China (I would not be surprised the new taillamp came from China as well), as most tools used in the video, my iPhone 11 is made in China that I am using to post this, I have good collection of tools from Home Depot , DeWalt, Milwaukee, Bosch, etc. that are made in China

[@fredpinczuk7352]

Doug is a moron that happens to have a famous uncle. Nothing to compare against.

[@Dr.DiegoDuarte]

That's utterly unfair to compare a genius hands on mechanic with a cunt who thinks to understand about cars. Seriously, if Doug gets a flat, even though he'd have a spare and a wrench, yet he'd call AAA!

[@dominykasjurkunas1946]

It is so refreshing to see european car youtuber that uses correct metric system and talks in english. Makes a world of a difference when you dont need to convert stupid imperial specs that brits and americans use. Thank You very much for the content.

[@mazpr2025]

in English

[@natebarry5553]

I still love Harry's Garage even if he uses imperial

[@matthewleehowarth9954]

Us Brit’s can use both imperial and metric

[@chijinduchizoba7194]

E38 is top notch design, elegant, masculine,solid and enormous power.I can forget the first day I saw it, I went round it to find a fault but none. The good thing was, I later bought but one and I can say till date nothing bmw ever designed has come close or impressed me like e38. Decades after, it's still commanding immense attention and enthusiasm from quality car lovers and even teenagers.

[@be-em-doubleuex-six-em3633]

"AND today i'm going to show you all their quirks and features" lol

[@piotrnod6489]

Doug x)

[@alexsurber7057]

I was loving the repairs before that, I laughed so hard at that part near the end. Never figured a German mechanic cared much about Doug Demuro.

[@felixli1578]

@@alexsurber7057 There are good and bad factories in China. I believe you have bought some bad quality stuff from bad factories. Not all tail lights made in China are bad. Just like the iphones made in China. I have used them for many years and they are always error-free.

[@tawidave7092]

That Zip Tie trick on the trans gasket, is F.ing genius. I'm taking it lol

[@gunthermayer4193]

I normally apply a small amount of grease in some parts of the gasket. Works fine.

[@GatsCreationMotorworks]

What if the zip tie end falls into the pan and the pick up sucks it through the torque converter

[@nutsackmania]

@@GatsCreationMotorworks Risks we all run sometimes

[@christivie121]

@@GatsCreationMotorworks if your cutter split the zip ties instead of doing clean cuts, your cutters are not good enough. Usually zip ties don't split in bits! Keep these cutters sharpened, brother!

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[@martinlangbard6900]

0:08 - 0:28 These top gear/grand tour style previevs are awesome! Love your vids

[@Syncopia]

This literally had me sold.

[@tsherwoodrzero]

Tonight... I break things... Richard gets a fluid shower... and James carries a ladder. Admit it, we all read that in Jeremy Clarkson's voice.

[@simonomisimonomis]

I love that you don't do some shitty timelapse that you see someone working and you don't even understand the process, your channel skips the boring or repeated process to make the videos MUCH more enjoyable, but you still explain every process, so everyone understands every step you take, that really shows up in your videos that don't need to be skipped any second, the only ones on youtube so far , even in your early videos you had the golden mechanical youtube video recepie, and you made it even better and still keep it, congrats

[@Robert-un3cf]

I love how you take the time to clean surfaces that will never be seen once the car is together. Goooood shit.

[@NODASHIAD]

WE WANT MOREEEEEEE

[@bob-mu7wk]

This channel has some of my favourite content on KZbin. The attention to detail, patience, persistence and knowledge are all second to none, a joy to watch! And the sound of that V12 firing up and purring..... Beautiful!

[@marcuandrei3219]

OMG, that engine sound when it start is amazing, by the way, I love this Dubai series, I watched a million times in every vacation country, my wife go nuts with my addiction on your channel :))) Now when I saw you how you worked without all the new tools that you have them now, is even more interesting, keep it classy, keep it simple. Have a good one!

[@moham1287]

I've just stumbled on this channel and it's my new favourite. You do an amazing job and I love the knowledge you drop so casually. Top work mate

[@kouroshtashvishi5031]

You best know that I’ll be watching this video over and over again

[@a.k1311]

Im joining U 👍🏽

[@jamesherbert8391]

Yessss! Binky and M539 in the same week!

[@tomaszj.9608]

I love your perfectionism and your humor. Your bit with the cheap Chinese lights was really funny. I share your sentiment!

[@kc2213]

Depo is actually a Taiwanese brand FYI

[@Bramba86]

Am I the only one that every now and then comes back to rewatch some Sreten classics?

[@cut--]

"AND today i'm going to show you all their quirks and features" haha :):) thought i was on a diff chan for a sec!

[@xschan]

DOUG hhaha

[@cut--]

@@xschan yup !

[@cut--]

I was waiting for him start flailing his hands and arms around :)

[@SteveE293]

THIS

[@mmmbilly]

Awesome timing. Just got the kids to sleep, beer opened and notification popped up for this.

[@YH-yh8pr]

This guy must be a bmw master master chief technician, he just fixes everything and well too.

[@philhart3724]

Love the way you clean stuff, even though it’s never going to be seen again. Feels good just knowing it while sitting in the car.

[@ianwynneuk]

Best car mechanic on KZbin, bar none. Love the German/Brit shared dry sense of humour - you are brilliant 😂👍

[@ianwynneuk]

ekim andersom what is he then?

[@el_micha]

@@ianwynneuk Serbian, but living in Germany

[@MAP365LT]

I like how you pay attention to smallest details. i have my project in garage, but it is more satisfying to watch someone else working. Well done :)

[@jeffjohn2496]

Great technician who does a fantastic job bringing these classic BMW s back to life. We need to see more of you though can't wait for the next episode .

[@vwsyncro]

Dude. I've just found your channel and it's an absolute joy to watch. And I'm not even into cars that much. Super relaxing and inspiring content. Instant subscriber.

[@swoopingbears]

Author: the manual explicitly says to torque it by the nut, and not by the bolt. Me: Them german mechanics, always following manuals and shit Minute later: Author: torque wrench won't fit here, so *I WILL TORQUE IT UNTIL I FEEL MY BONE OR BOLT IS ABOUT TO BREAK*

[@macthemec]

Well torquing by the nut is standard for anything, ive had multiple BMW’s and torqued by feel on the driveshaft with zero issues

[@stalkergamesful]

lmaoooo

[@rsporsche]

This fits: www.proxxon.com/en/industrial/23342.php

[@nickit22]

Torquing by the nut is mandatory on aircraft. Just saying.

[@williamegler8771]

German engineer motto "WHY MAKE IT SIMPLE WHEN WE CAN MAKE IT DIFFICULT"!

[@zoltar808]

Dude, your videos are on point. Really a pleasure to watch, your editing skills are also very good. That humour! 😂

[@BkSMedia]

This is by far my favourite KZbin channel. I'm mostly here for the old BMWs 😜I learn some great things here though!

[@mrkhan2983]

its so nice that German companies still produce brand new spares .. good work

[@hayksamvelyan]

Love everything about your videos: the story telling, the obsessive attention to detail, the occasional humor, and the love for these timeless BMWs. Thank you for helping us get through this time by enjoying your restoration projects!

[@billydinsdale1785]

Just wanted to comment to say how much I enjoyed watching this video, it was amazing to see how thorough you can be when you're working, even going as far as to replace the hardware on the exhaust clamps and, my personal favorite that always makes me happy, you clean the area around whatever you're fixing / replacing, like with the tail lights. Great video, very informative with some interesting funny moments. On an amazing V12 BMW no less! Please please please keep up the good work and keep uploading this sort of stuff!

[@cadeallan7139]

You're so patient with these BMW's, I wish I could be like that with mine lol. I'd like to add your also an excellent mechanic I was amazed at how you were able to seamlessly replace the belts and pulleys. Shoutout from Canada dude!

[@borisbash]

Love your channel just came across it. Its so refreshing to see a German fixing a BMW. The Americans have no idea. You have a weird sense of humour I love it. Greetings from Australia.

[@TOR1R]

When you say that your training is in IT and you do this in your off time then there are two possibilities. One: Your IT job is an Unicorn - i.e. Lots of pays with minimal work and lots of spare time. Or Two: you are a car nut and read workshop manuals like the morning newspaper and have a wonderful temperament to do the work that you do. Kudos to your efforts in making these videos. This built is particularly attractive as I am from Dubai!

[@startingtech3900]

He’s a computer scientist he makes bank dude unicorn one is right. He’s a brogammer

[@callmeishmael7452]

No girlfriend.

[@sam-rs8wg]

Seeing you fix all these gave me the motivation i needed to fix my e30. Its running perfect now, and drives great. New shocks next.

[@jah2mon]

Thank you for the excellent content, from the type of BMWs you restore, to the editing style, and humor.

[@brianschott8162]

I've been enjoying your videos as I find them easy to watch, plus I like the fact that you are a very detail driven person.

[@simonomisimonomis]

i do too, skips the repeated or boring process but still explains everything, no shitty timelapse, the only channel so far on youtube

[@kurray10]

Love the "Gallagher" treatment on the taillights!

[@musumbabanda6556]

They is nothing so beautiful like watching a BMW restoration, cant wait for the M5 restoration . Nice job

[@bradcrossman5068]

Another great vid! I get huge enjoyment out of watching these. I've been thinking of getting a 750iL but was daunted by the possible maintenance nightmare it may become. Your videos, besides being very educational, are also entertaining. You've got a great sense of humour and i like that you include the satisfying 'click' of bolts breaking loose and torque wrenches reaching their setting. It's also nice to watch someone passionate about what they're doing and combining it with intelligence and thoughtfulness. Bravo...carry on (please).

[@Rose.Of.Hizaki]

Thank you for gracing us with a 30min video in these difficult times.! 🙏

[@tyburcjusz]

This 7 series was my dream car since I was a kid. It still looks magnificent and the fact that you can serive it to it's perfection is most admirable. Keeping them on the road is like holding a treasure and the sound? OMG it's wonderful! Huge shout out to you man!

[@teddybear2123]

25:00 Stahlwille manoskop torq wrench with special flat spanner attachment would work really well in this situation when space is limited. Thank you for the great video!

[@skatersneaky]

I always cheer up when I see you have another video up. Love the way you work, who on earth paints a pulley.. ain't nobody got time for that! The eye for detail in truly awesome!

[@Gr4diam]

I don't own a BMW, but after watching your videos something tells me to buy one - FROM YOU! :)

[@rvpsilva9213]

You could, should, turn the engine on without the exhaust system so we were able to listen that V12 sound, (aside from errors codes because of the sensors) Love the video, ready for more

[@J.Crystal1248]

Finally. A new episode 🚙 and the beginning is awesome 😀

[@toysandgameswithesmeeandis4096]

Love how you cleaned the heat shield and the panel behind the license plate holder. Fantastic attention to detail. Great channel.

[@modri]

I can not say how glad I am to find your videos on KZbin! It's such a pleasure to watch project cars shine again! Hopefully I will to one day do the same as you are, but first I need to overcome my fears of not assembling it back :D

[@roxjeruben]

"My tool let me down" It happens to the best, just talk to your partner about it.

[@nobs997]

I sense that you are talking about the joystick

[@96bigbodysittinonchrome]

This channel is dope can't wait for the next part!

[@88atlas07]

Very good channel, I was hooked when I saw you open the oil filter cap on another one of your videos to allow the oil to drain into the sump before changing the oil. I thought I was the only one that did this, but now am glad there are more like me haha. Keep it up buddy! I'm on my 9th BMW and enjoy doing everything on it with the exception of alignments...those still get done at the dealer.

[@jeantours9641]

teaching by example...german perfectionism...perfect editing...looks so easy .... HOW MANY HOURS of handywork meditation, I need to know!

[@twowheelvalle]

26:36 this is nice. First I thought you had to replace the whole tailgate.

[@jamietighe4296]

Finally been waiting for this episode for ages 🤣

[@tateswanson1803]

Your attention to detail is nothing short of inspirational.

[@JumboJimbo100]

I think you make the best video's on repairs and have a lot of knowledge, they are great to watch! Keep up the great work!

[@Bruningable]

Oh this is soo satisfying to watch! Top!

[@atmanemoto1332]

Good job....😉😉😉😉

[@tontonaali]

This is my Netflix. been waiting for it since the lockdown 😊 By the way, no torque converter fluid to change? Hope you don't have to open it again haha

[@tosst]

Honestly - it's a real pleasure to watch your job man.

[@JB3Duk]

Love the videos, love how thorough you are, gives me some confidence to get my own project and work slow and methodically!

[@rafaeljdm]

I rarely comment on youtube but you sir, you deserve my comment. Keep the good content coming 💪🏼

[@MrChillySmilez]

You removed the nut and hit the tip of the bolt with a hammer to hit it out. ALWAYS screw a nut 3/4 of the way on so you'd hit the nut and not the bolt. You can easily damage the bolt and stretch the end when you hit it directly with a hammer

[@rooster4429]

@Sander I dont think he reused those bolts

[@stevenwilhite4026]

I’m in awe of your ability to diagnose and repair the issues. I have a friend who has own several 90’s 8-series & one 90’s V12 7-series. I loved those cars.

[@robertmahler8894]

You are a man with multiple talents and a sense of humor too, keep up the good work!

[@juanmartincorrea9652]

Yeeeeessss!!!!! Finally, thank you very much Streten!

[@kouroshtashvishi5031]

More great content please 🤩

[@gardel2004]

Your OCD makes me happy... Cleaning parts and the places where they go before installing...just perfect

[@maikbohner94]

U got to love the old school top gear intro/overview. Nice video as always 💙🤍🖤

[@NicklausChernoff]

*_That is AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!_* _Это прекрасно!!!!!!!!!!!_

[@kristijan465]

Hello sir, I'm wondering how much cost this one car after you restaurated it? I love your work. Greetings from big BMW fan!

[@startingtech3900]

20,000 euro

[@pengchen-3923]

Ich komme aus China. Als ich Ihren Reparaturkoffer vor drei Jahren zum ersten Mal durch die chinesische kurze Videoplattform sah, war ich von diesem E38 750il verblüfft. Nach der Reparatur war es einfach ein Kunstwerk. Heute, drei Jahre später, habe ich endlich Ihren eigenen Kanal abonniert. Ich wünschte, ich könnte in Zukunft eine E38 750il haben. Ich hoffe, die Kommunikation mit Ihnen aufrechtzuerhalten. Danke.🏎️

[@corb5654]

No doubt one of the most beautiful and elegant 7 series BMWs ever, and since BMW now make cars that have grilles (kidneys) the size of the gates to Buckingham palace, I'm afraid the heyday of beautiful BMWs has passed. Great work sir, but the swearing! We love the swearing! Somehow Germans and the Dutch have a knack for swearing like masters.

[@Yesnomaybeidontknowcan]

26:56 a Doug Demuro reference? 😁

[@andypro]

Yup

[@felixli1578]

I hate it. What is it? Why? All stuffs from Europe are good?? I don't believe it.

[@J.Crystal1248]

26:50 German version of Doug DeMuro 😂

[@yannickwirkus1160]

The was he comes out the garage 😂😂

[@TheBeardedMiracle]

That's an insult. Doug is trash

[@gplusgplus2286]

Doug deMoron.

[@williamegler8771]

The SERBIAN version. He isn't German.

[@AsusRogStrix]

Man , your videos are just perfect . Light humor , precicive mechanics , solutions to problems, beautiful cars. You are like a european car wizard.

[@husamsadoun6390]

I like about your work is that you are a professional amateur craftsman and amateurs who are honest in their work.

[@interieurtuning6085]

Worst part of your videos: waiting for the next video.

[@peterkalanyos]

Geez, that transmission fluid :| I just laughed my a** out, while you were announcing and breaking those tail lights. :'D Great video again, just cant wait to see this beauty completed. PS.: dont you have in mind giving those new tail lights some kinda protection? Like a good wax, ceramic coat, PPF.

[@M539Restorations]

I coated them with some Sonax protection coating.

[@MannyDoesWhatEver]

This is the only channel I would pay to watch !!!

[@frankie6734]

I love to see how simple is the mechanics on these cars. You did an excellent job resurrecting such a magnificent machine. Hello to everybody, from Puerto Rico. Please be safe and healthy.

[@axuli99]

This is just beautiful to see, never stop restoring these babies to their glory!

[@simmey2011]

That 750il is just fantastic, what a job you have done so far, well done!

[@Ionutd00]

Each time when I'm watching your content, I'm about to go to my car and make it pieces :) . Everything seems so easy, when you do it. Congrats for passion and editing!

[@ok4301]

Another awesome video! Well planned, filmed, edited and described. I had a 1999 728i sport individual and it was the best car I have owned. It's lovely to see the restoration in such detail. Please keep them coming, really enjoying them. Thank You

[@gerbenvandenhurk]

Thank you for yet another great video. It is great to see you put all the professional TLC in those BMW’s. Awesome!

[@ibrahimaboualhassna888]

I saw your video and decided to change the starter on my car, IT worked ! now i feel like a GOD !

[@DerekMc64]

The e32 and e38 V12's are still my all time favourite BMW's having owned and restored two myself, I love watching you bring these majestic cars back from the dead. Someday I hope that I might own one again.

[@Tom-he2hb]

One of the best car restoration channels on YP at the moment! Awesome, clean work! Looking forward to more episodes! Keep up the good work! 💪

[@ZhelyoKrastev]

this is my favorite mechanical car channel for now!!

[@jimbain790]

Thank you for the road trips, repair information and the humor!

[@MattyT_86]

I enjoy when you reference other popular automotive youtube channels, it's fun. Anyway, great videos, very informative.

[@davidtaylor4975]

Another great video, very relaxing to watch all the old worn parts getting replaced! Thanks!

[@chrishewson3277]

discovered your channel through recommendations (I think). Love the dry, top gear/grand tour style humor, keep it up!

[@heldercristovao8255]

Dude, I love how you clean behind the new tail lights and license plate panel before installing the new stuff. Makes me smile.

[@MrJohanable]

What a true beauty. I still love the styling of this car. Even after all those years, it never got ugly in my opinion.

[@martinvasek9757]

I love these E38's. Such a stylish old school boxy design.