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Gen 1 MINI Cooper S Build - Front and Rear Subframe Assembly
This is the limited footage of me assembling and fitting the subframes on the MINI.
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Gen 1 MINI Cooper S Build - Engine Rebuild and Refit
มุมมอง 71K4 ปีที่แล้ว
Rebuild of all engine ancilleries with some new shiny bits. Including new solid mass flywheel, upgraded camshaft and reduced diameter supercharger pulley.
Gen 1 MINI Cooper S Build - Engine Removal and Tear Down
มุมมอง 10K4 ปีที่แล้ว
Removing the engine, and removal of main components ready for a clean up and service.
Gen 1 MINI Cooper S Build - Front Subframe Removal
มุมมอง 15K4 ปีที่แล้ว
Removing the front subframe ready for engine removal.
Gen 1 MINI Cooper S Build - Rear Subframe Removal
มุมมอง 20K4 ปีที่แล้ว
This is the first of a series of videos showing the progress of my MINI Cooper S R53 rebuild. I am aiming for a daily driver, track-able car.

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  • @l.g.i1894
    @l.g.i1894 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    great job. looking forward to seeing the next video!!

  • @LewReviews
    @LewReviews 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    this is like car porn to me god dam i need to empty my garage and clean up and then do this with my mini >_> at least sub frame refresh with breaks and coilovers i done all the engine services all the bits SC service water pump new power steering new rad new pully and belts new rad new.. plugs ect ect coil pack exhaust just suspension and bushings and seals and breaks left..

  • @WimteRiet
    @WimteRiet 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Scariest video of a car on axle stands I've ever seen! With every touch, it moves like hell, and you just don't seem to care. Wow... Big cojones! 🤣

  • @eurothrasher2823
    @eurothrasher2823 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Power Flex yellow engine mounts are awesome....a little NVH in the first 300 miles or so but does go away. For the bottom mount I injected windshield silicone into the voids only. That particular mount if too rigid can transmit vibrations to the engines oil pan increasing likelihood of early oil pan gasket leakage.

  • @dahawaiian3896
    @dahawaiian3896 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for sharing that Awesome rebuild. Mahalo & Aloha from the Bigisland of Hawaii

  • @SDIsean86
    @SDIsean86 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    that cracked alternator though...

  • @hipoman8087
    @hipoman8087 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    where did the engine removal go? you pull the trans too?

  • @lashacicqishvili6806
    @lashacicqishvili6806 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    hi Track Driven, i want ths intercooler bay pls i ned link for thats

  • @klassiekerrallydotnl
    @klassiekerrallydotnl ปีที่แล้ว

    Those axle stands are really scary! Buy some less wobbly ones!

  • @Janster-vk2ud
    @Janster-vk2ud ปีที่แล้ว

    Is it just me getting anxiety about those stands?

  • @JustinSeara
    @JustinSeara ปีที่แล้ว

    TIL: the r53 mini cooper S is a single cam engine, I completely forgot and would have sworn it was DOHC. Love that motor

  • @mulletsquirrel
    @mulletsquirrel ปีที่แล้ว

    Such a neat project. Gives me a slight glimmer of hope that I could do that. Very slight.

  • @IsraelitesUnited
    @IsraelitesUnited ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you know how to remove stuck hydraulic tappets in the r53 rocker arm.

  • @tristanfeeney2769
    @tristanfeeney2769 ปีที่แล้ว

    I appreciate the simplicity of the details you share in the video. Very helpful! 🙂

  • @honestreviewer3283
    @honestreviewer3283 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome build. Expensive brakes! I have the Willwoods front and rear, but couldn't justify pulling the trigger for Brembos. During Covid I did the same project to my 2005 R50 (owned it since new); I pulled the subframes, ground off all the rust and repainted them with POR-15, upgraded all the bushings, control arms, sway bar, R56 aluminum trailing arms, Vorschlag camber plates, etc., etc. It was great to have everything out on the garage floor to clean and assess, and reassemble better than new. The car is rattle free and handles like a dream. I put Bilstein PSS-10s (the adjustable ones) on my wife's F30 and would like to put them on my R50 (it currently has FSD dampers with 30mm lowering springs, which work great, but just lack adjustment).

  • @technobih
    @technobih ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the video! After a slow rebuild I forgot where each bracket goes and this was super super helpful!

  • @MIGUEL7NEVES
    @MIGUEL7NEVES ปีที่แล้ว

    so helpfull for my project thanks a lot!!

  • @weneedtogoback8553
    @weneedtogoback8553 ปีที่แล้ว

    That's hilarious you made your own tool for the belt tensioner 😂😂 i used a long screw driver and a pry bar, and my dad to put an Alan key in the hole 🤪

    • @Acesonly00
      @Acesonly00 ปีที่แล้ว

      was wondering. quick side bar lol

  • @weneedtogoback8553
    @weneedtogoback8553 ปีที่แล้ว

    Currently rebuilding my engine and you saved my ass because I forgot where some of the electrical goes 😅

  • @RegardingAutomobiles
    @RegardingAutomobiles ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, thanks! I was worried I would need to drop the fuel tank to get the subframe out.

  • @AngelWingrc
    @AngelWingrc ปีที่แล้ว

    Around how much did a rebuild cost ya

    • @trackdriven
      @trackdriven ปีที่แล้ว

      Too much 😅 I think that about 2-3k would be enough to do a really good job though.

  • @SplelcHeKCFWT
    @SplelcHeKCFWT 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    15:13 when your torque wrench plays the intro to sandstorm.

  • @KingReza
    @KingReza 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    more updates on this car

    • @trackdriven
      @trackdriven 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Things have slowed with this build due to other commitments, but I'm aiming to bring some new content soon.

  • @thicknick6461
    @thicknick6461 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is to the creator... Keep up the content, you have done great work so far, and you are gaining some traction, keep at it and you will be able to find success

  • @mrstanps
    @mrstanps 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful! Where's the parts list?

    • @trackdriven
      @trackdriven 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      This is a great idea, I will put one together.

  • @bikesskills5619
    @bikesskills5619 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice video, it would’ve been nice if you to put attachments for the parts you put on, but well done🙏🏻👍👿👎💯💥

    • @trackdriven
      @trackdriven 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Noted, I will work on creating a list.

  • @truckatadders
    @truckatadders 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    2 questions?? What process did you use to get the inlet manifold looking so good, and what make of torque wrench did you use??

    • @trackdriven
      @trackdriven 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I ended up trying some aluminium cleaning chemicals to remove the caked on grime however this proved not very successful, so in the end it was cleaned with a wire brush and then painted silver! The torque wrench is a Draper Expert.

  • @marshallgoldberg8376
    @marshallgoldberg8376 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That is incredible.

  • @alexandrechoplin4004
    @alexandrechoplin4004 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, great job. Where did you buy batery protection?

    • @trackdriven
      @trackdriven 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      This was something that I had made up, although the company GTT offer something similar.

  • @renwatson9217
    @renwatson9217 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Have you got fill troy headers into a straight thru pipe to muffler

  • @RDesign9483
    @RDesign9483 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm sure you did but if you didn't notice the alternator body was badly fractured and will eventually die.

    • @trackdriven
      @trackdriven 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      This was noted while putting it together and in the end it was a bad decision to not replace it while it was out, it ended up failing and had to be replaced trackside.

  • @sinkinpat
    @sinkinpat 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So easy, when it isn’t in the mini.

  • @timothyshaner8926
    @timothyshaner8926 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks like the car is a little wobbly on those jack stands. I'd go with stands with a bigger base

  • @rhysbutler3036
    @rhysbutler3036 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love how beautifully detailed and clean the engine is. Inspired to do something similar to my own

  • @tinoruiz2726
    @tinoruiz2726 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Donde se puede conseguir el material de repuesto que le vas a montar en el eje trasero? Un saludo desde España y gracias 🙏 por el vídeo.

  • @christophercalderonvazquez7938
    @christophercalderonvazquez7938 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Y que paso con la parte 6

  • @HKK455
    @HKK455 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was so satisfying to watch, thanks

  • @gazcolman9184
    @gazcolman9184 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What's happened, is the car OK? Why didn't you upload any more videos bud?

    • @trackdriven
      @trackdriven 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The car is doing great! I'm hoping to upload finally a follow up video soon.

  • @chrisoakeshere
    @chrisoakeshere 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    great video and great work with the build. Very satisfying.

  • @benyetter8103
    @benyetter8103 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Any updates?

  • @ryeguy88
    @ryeguy88 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    ASMR engine builds... love it. Also, love that you're updating all the hardware to hex heads.

  • @LeeFall
    @LeeFall 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sandstorm 15:13

  • @mikewatson1675
    @mikewatson1675 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gotta love finding a hidden gem of a video series like this on TH-cam. Well done guys!!

  • @derrickkennedy8158
    @derrickkennedy8158 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bro I wish I had you in Los Angeles California swear keep up the great work I have a 04 r53

  • @Fox350-f1u
    @Fox350-f1u 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow, good job! 😍

  • @vasilisrroshi8642
    @vasilisrroshi8642 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why i love this engine?so simple and nicely made

  • @okanyacal1659
    @okanyacal1659 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    So fucking relaxing to watch. Love your Videos and Mini. Greetings from Bavaria.

  • @AndyLangleyRacing
    @AndyLangleyRacing 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great rebuild. What car are the front calipers from? Or are they part of a big brake kit? Would love to fit them on my race car!!

    • @trackdriven
      @trackdriven 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      They are Renault Mégane 275 brakes! They use an adapter available from a guy in the R53 Owners Club on Facebook, they use 330mm disks and do stop really really well, I think all in all cost about £600 with disks, pads and braided lines from HEL

    • @AndyLangleyRacing
      @AndyLangleyRacing 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@trackdriven Thank-you for that, I'll check them out!

  • @russtaylor4242
    @russtaylor4242 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the videos. What process did you use for cleaning, prepping and painting the block please?

    • @trackdriven
      @trackdriven 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! The block was initially wire brushed to remove any really loose rust, then some paint over rust converter was applied multiple times and finally a top layer of brush on black engine enamel!

    • @russtaylor4242
      @russtaylor4242 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@trackdriven did you use Por-15 products? Any recommendations please? Cheers

    • @trackdriven
      @trackdriven 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@russtaylor4242 I believe I used E-Tech for the enamel paint, most reputable brands will do a good job though!

  • @alconk7129
    @alconk7129 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I noticed the wiring harness was completely separate from the car, where does the harness plug into the car at?

    • @trackdriven
      @trackdriven 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      There are a few large connections on the passenger side that seem to be where most thing plug in!

    • @digiface
      @digiface 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@trackdrivenon my jcw there is 1 wire remaining that wouldn’t allow what you did - did you cut and splice it 🤔