I watched all you videos in 3 days. I love it! I feel more confident! Right tools are a must! Get yourself a van to do mobile service you can make a killing. Dont be afraid to charge more.
After looking for days, this is, by far, the best gasket change show found. Very good work !! BTW, what's really helpful, is your comments about diagnosing, guessing, checking and validating your suspicions; from customer complaint to bad work done before. You rock man !!
Wow , this was a proper tutorial on how to actually do this valve cover gasket with torque specs included and thanks for showing the valvetronic motor reset
Is it my imagination or are you much happier now that you're on the road. You seem to have a lot more pep in your step, a positive attitude and basically seem to be enjoying your work and life more as a mobile mechanic than you were when you had your shop. You even look healthier. Bad things happening to you in life can often lead to better things which you weren’t expecting.
You are an outstanding mechanic. I watched this video a couple of times during my valve cover and oil cooler gasket replacements. Awesome explanation and video. THANK YOU!
Bro you are still the best ...coming a 15 yr mechanic with his own shop I can tell a great mechanic with his own and his language (simple and clear),,,,: May be it was a blessing that you left the shop ...Coronavirus everything is closed many shops around are suffering through this mess..God bless and keep you head high ... AWW auto service Stoneycreek Ontario
I wish every mechanic was as devout as you. No short cuts in your job. Your speech is so clear and understand able I am learning new words from your videos every time. Thanks for sharing 👍. Super video.
Just paid $500 to have mine replaced on my BMW 528i 2014. After watching this video, I’d say it was worth it. So much stuff to take off and watch out for. If I done this myself it would’ve taken a couple days easily and I’d probably screw something up along the way. Great video.
I found your channel when you were closing your shop, I subbed then and you have a life long subscriber now, keep up the good work. Also I let all the commercials play out so you can get paid.
Your quality of work is outstanding. I know you’re not a shade tree mechanic but for those of us who are, you give us who too take pride in their work work a good name. I ALWAYS do work on someone else’s car as if it were my own. If I wouldn’t do it to my cars, I won’t do it to theirs. Great work brother!
Watched this probably 5 times before attempting the job. And another few times while doing it. All went great. Car started up and ran perfectly! Many thanks for a great video.
Hey, having something good to watch from a good content provider is awesome. Thank you! I just did valve cover gaskets on a 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor 3.8L for a burning smell complaint, too. Same thing...Oil running down on the cat.
Top job, especially with the valve control motor, everyone makes a big fuss about it. What I really like is that you showed us what it does! Thanks bro 👊🏻
Very good repair and if some hadn't noticed, you did use a vacuum to clean out the hole that needed taping. I have to say, how disgusting for the previous mechanic to have simply said to himself "No way I'm taking this apart again" to correct his mistake with the wiring loom. Secondly, all of the grey silicone isn't part of the OEM repair process. Also, good idea on the new bolts, hadn't thought of that before but when you said they are an aluminum alloy, it made much sense. Owner should be happy with the new cabin filters. Too bad the owner isn't that tidy with his vehicle interior. Thanks for showing us your talent...great job.
Thanks to your amazing video I did my 2008 528i Everything went so smoothly that after all work was done I couldn’t believe I did it. I even replace spark plugs . Thanks again.
Thank you for letting us that car . Close ups are nice too. Specially the close ups. Where the image feels like. Three inches infront of you. Those images are awesome.
Erick (not sure if your spelled this way or Eric or Erik) but I have to say your are very very precise in your disassembly and re-assembly I am very impressed and only hope your customer appreciate the professionalism that you exhibit on their auto repairs! Keep up the great work and videos and thanks for keeping on posting videos during these changing times...Life will never be the same because of this virus (COVID-19)
3:38 Pobrecita! 24:28 Caterpillar! I love peeling back bolts and gaskets and watching a story unfold. I mean, I hate fixing crappy mistakes as much as the next guy, but I love the way you solve automotive mysteries with the speed of an investigative journalist and the thoroughness of an archaeologist. No need to be a botanist. You're a great tech!
Outstanding work and step by step video. Thank you for posting! I have a oil leak currently on 525i xdrive but not sure where it’s coming from exactly 😢
8:20, the correct way of removing the Valvetronic motor, is to gently turn the allen key in the end clockwise, until you feel resistance before you start removing the bolts. Then remove the bolts, but don't pull the motor out. Now to remove the Valvetronic motor, turn the allen key counterclockwise, that will "push" the motor out, using the internal movement.
Yes incognito This is the correct way according to me but impossible to know if this method need to have realearn with ista+ or just standard ignition mode May be if you remove the valvetronic immediately counterclockwise as seen on this video , ignition reset is just needed as eccentric shaft stay in last position Really dont know if you have more infos please let me know
Excellent Video! You are really good at explaining everything! I also appreciated your restraint for not turning the leaf blower on the little girl, I could not have excersized such restraint...:P
With my recently acquired 525i, I noticed burnt oil sitting in that tray, or whatever it is, below the cat converter. I just figured it was remnants of maintenance long past. However, with taking the car in for safety recall for the PCV valve, they told me about a leaking valve cover gasket, along with a $1.7k estimate for the work. Bwahahahaha! Nope. I'll be doing it myself. Thanks 💯 for this quick tutorial, since I wasn't sure about that valvetronic motor. 😊
Wow! You cannot fix stupid! Makes all technician look bad! I am sure most of us take way more pride in our work! Great video! Thanks for all your hard work!
De tantos vídeos que e mirado para hacer este trabajo el tuyo es el mejor y bien explicado ya que todos los demas no mencionan lo principal que es la manera de husar el torquimetro 💯👍
Excellent video...mine was a little different... the magnet was a good tip. Getting the clips out without loosing one is an accomplishment and not hearing plastic snap is always an accomplisment ;-)
Why no fender covers,why didn't you change the spark plugs after all that work..Overall excellent work..can you tell us what you charged for that job. You had to do an extra hour work to fix the broken bolt,silicon cleaning.
Invest in a Labor Guide from www.MOTOR.com to see what you're really supposed to be Charging people/Customers fỏr EVERY job on the Car. Example : Shop Rate ỏr your Rate is $90.00 an hour : Labor for Oil Change for "this" certain car may be .3 ( three tenths of 1 hour ) .3 X $90.00 = $27.00 for Labor 6 Quarts of Oil @ $5.00 each = $30.00 1 Oil Filter = $7.00 $27 + $30 + $7 = $64.00 + TAX An Idiot that charges $25.00 per hour Labor = .3 X $25 = $7.50 for Labor I wouldn't even get out of my Bed to receive $7.50 for Automotive Oil Change Labor Automotive Professional background. Southern California East Texas/North Texas Survivor
Great details and instructions to make the difficult job easier. A question: valve covers from 2008 BMW 525i, 528i, and 530i start to use plastic, which is more prone to overheat and thus seal leaks. Are they identical in shape and the use of an earlier aluminum version possible?
Im sure that you will get throu this moment of your professional live, you 've got every thing to success! Keep always that way of "well doing". If you worked here in France you would be floated of work!!. "Tens mãos de ouro"
Do you need to replace the Eccentric Shaft Sensor while change out the Valve Cover gasket? How about the oil Control Valve? Great video by the way. Thanks
You have one of the best automotive channels even when some of your videos are not in the shop. Good job!!!
Thank you so much!
I watched the whole video and I don't even own a BMW. great work
Ditto
same lol
yah same here i never gona buy 1 but i still watched the the whole video haha
It doesn't matter what this guy's fixes......it's his methodology that is so mesmerizing.
I watched all you videos in 3 days. I love it! I feel more confident! Right tools are a must!
Get yourself a van to do mobile service you can make a killing. Dont be afraid to charge more.
"Don't be afraid to charge more"... Spoken like a true fly by night mobile mechanic who can't figure out why his businesses never succeed.
After looking for days, this is, by far, the best gasket change show found. Very good work !! BTW, what's really helpful, is your comments about diagnosing, guessing, checking and validating your suspicions; from customer complaint to bad work done before. You rock man !!
I’m glad you’re back and recording your work thanks Erick perfect for this quarantine,
Wow , this was a proper tutorial on how to actually do this valve cover gasket with torque specs included and thanks for showing the valvetronic motor reset
Is it my imagination or are you much happier now that you're on the road. You seem to have a lot more pep in your step, a positive attitude and basically seem to be enjoying your work and life more as a mobile mechanic than you were when you had your shop. You even look healthier. Bad things happening to you in life can often lead to better things which you weren’t expecting.
You are an outstanding mechanic. I watched this video a couple of times during my valve cover and oil cooler gasket replacements. Awesome explanation and video. THANK YOU!
Bro you are still the best ...coming a 15 yr mechanic with his own shop I can tell a great mechanic with his own and his language (simple and clear),,,,: May be it was a blessing that you left the shop ...Coronavirus everything is closed many shops around are suffering through this mess..God bless and keep you head high ... AWW auto service Stoneycreek Ontario
I wish every mechanic was as devout as you. No short cuts in your job. Your speech is so clear and understand able I am learning new words from your videos every time. Thanks for sharing 👍. Super video.
Just paid $500 to have mine replaced on my BMW 528i 2014. After watching this video, I’d say it was worth it. So much stuff to take off and watch out for. If I done this myself it would’ve taken a couple days easily and I’d probably screw something up along the way. Great video.
I found your channel when you were closing your shop, I subbed then and you have a life long subscriber now, keep up the good work.
Also I let all the commercials play out so you can get paid.
Awesome watching someone who knows what he's doing!
This video is helpful on every level possible. Just bought my first BMW and I have zero concern about doing this job. Thank you so much!
Your quality of work is outstanding. I know you’re not a shade tree mechanic but for those of us who are, you give us who too take pride in their work work a good name. I ALWAYS do work on someone else’s car as if it were my own. If I wouldn’t do it to my cars, I won’t do it to theirs. Great work brother!
I watched many video's of this repair because i have to do this on my car. This is the best DIY by far. Thanks!
I really respect a guy that knows how to drive a torque wrench and cares enough to get it out of the tool box.
Watched this probably 5 times before attempting the job. And another few times while doing it. All went great. Car started up and ran perfectly! Many thanks for a great video.
Hey, having something good to watch from a good content provider is awesome. Thank you! I just did valve cover gaskets on a 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor 3.8L for a burning smell complaint, too. Same thing...Oil running down on the cat.
Glad you are still going, enjoy your videos. Mobile diagnostic is definitely an avenue to explore
Always enjoy watching a professional doing a job the proper way, thank you for posting another great video
Took me a couple days bc of the weather but thanks to your video I got it done!! Great explanation, simple to the point!
Thank you for being a consciences professional. very enlightened.
Top job, especially with the valve control motor, everyone makes a big fuss about it. What I really like is that you showed us what it does! Thanks bro 👊🏻
No, it wasn't a case study, but it was very instructional and precise... Thanks E!
EXcellent thorough work Eric! You fixed all the crappy errors by former crappy mechanic.
Very good repair and if some hadn't noticed, you did use a vacuum to clean out the hole that needed taping. I have to say, how disgusting for the previous mechanic to have simply said to himself "No way I'm taking this apart again" to correct his mistake with the wiring loom. Secondly, all of the grey silicone isn't part of the OEM repair process. Also, good idea on the new bolts, hadn't thought of that before but when you said they are an aluminum alloy, it made much sense. Owner should be happy with the new cabin filters. Too bad the owner isn't that tidy with his vehicle interior. Thanks for showing us your talent...great job.
Eric, my man, I am a big fan of yours and would even watch you mow your lawn........lol
ICU2 Lmao 😂
What, the leaf blower wasn't enough? LOL
Thanks to your amazing video I did my 2008 528i
Everything went so smoothly that after all work was done I couldn’t believe I did it.
I even replace spark plugs .
Thanks again.
Hey? Did you know you have a gasket leak due to smoke ? Did you need to replace your engine
I'm sending your video to the german who is going to be replacing my valve cover gasket this week. I can only hope he does an excellent like you.
Thank you for letting us that car . Close ups are nice too. Specially the close ups. Where the image feels like. Three inches infront of you. Those images are awesome.
Just finished doing my vcg on my 530 your diy is very good🇨🇦
didn’t need this video but own a 528 & found it very helpful
A shop vac and blower are always a must. Been doing what you did with the blower for decades.
Nice job Eric straight forward and good explanation. Bmw hates aftermarket valve covers from what I’ve seen too. Thanks for sharing
Another great repair. Glad you are still making videos.
Yeah !!!Glad to see you are back.....even under the 'shade tree' .....still doing great videos. Thanks.
The amount of details you provide is amazing, thank you!
Yes...we are in quarantine..and we enjoy watching your video..
NICE TO SEE U AGAIN.......THANK U FOR THE TIME U TOOK TO RECORD IT.....STAY SAFE....
Welcome brother God will bleess your shop because you know. How fix cars tank you for sharing your knowledge
Very nice thorough step by step. Love your videos and its given me confidence in tackling my valve cover of my 530i
Professional mechanic. No shortcuts
Great work, I can see that you are very passionate about your job. Detailed video , keep doing them, loving them
Great job. Glad to have u back. U will do much better mobile. Much less overhead.
great job love how organized you are reassembling everything
Man....and I thought i was thorough....this guy takes the cake! Great video!
You are so genius in showing the steps best effort thanks dear
glad to see you back , wish you all the best
Erick (not sure if your spelled this way or Eric or Erik) but I have to say your are very very precise in your disassembly and re-assembly I am very impressed and only hope your customer appreciate the professionalism that you exhibit on their auto repairs! Keep up the great work and videos and thanks for keeping on posting videos during these changing times...Life will never be the same because of this virus (COVID-19)
Thee "Proper" way to disconnect the FI connectors. Awesome!
Im glad to see you fighting to go ahead for your own thats a real man good luck
3:38 Pobrecita!
24:28 Caterpillar!
I love peeling back bolts and gaskets and watching a story unfold. I mean, I hate fixing crappy mistakes as much as the next guy, but I love the way you solve automotive mysteries with the speed of an investigative journalist and the thoroughness of an archaeologist. No need to be a botanist. You're a great tech!
nice job eric glad to see you bouncing back bud..
Outstanding work and step by step video. Thank you for posting! I have a oil leak currently on 525i xdrive but not sure where it’s coming from exactly 😢
Makes me wonder, how much $ a job like this at the dealership would be.
Awesome video. Keep them coming!
Just had one done under extended warranty on a 2011 335xi. Dealership charges $625.
@@majorpuggington That's not bad if done properly, I imagine yours is easier than the one on the video but then I don't know much about BMWs.
Cool video. I really like how you go step by step and into detail.
Thanks for that 👍
8:20, the correct way of removing the Valvetronic motor, is to gently turn the allen key in the end clockwise, until you feel resistance before you start removing the bolts. Then remove the bolts, but don't pull the motor out. Now to remove the Valvetronic motor, turn the allen key counterclockwise, that will "push" the motor out, using the internal movement.
Yes incognito
This is the correct way according to me but impossible to know if this method need to have realearn with ista+ or just standard ignition mode
May be if you remove the valvetronic immediately counterclockwise as seen on this video , ignition reset is just needed as eccentric shaft stay in last position
Really dont know if you have more infos please let me know
Excellent video. Just great watching . Hope you and family are well during this crazy time.looks like people are feeding you work. 👍👍👍❤️
Excellent Video! You are really good at explaining everything! I also appreciated your restraint for not turning the leaf blower on the little girl, I could not have excersized such restraint...:P
Thanks much, Eric! Stay safe!
Eric, Awesome thanks for sharing always enjoyable to learn from a master waiting for the next one. cheeeeeeers
You are a Great tech, and a great teacher, Thank you for all your fantastic videos
Nice video.. cant believe how the fixed the oil leak with RTV
Great clear explanation. Very professionel, respects!! Please do timechain replacement for N52. We need it good clear video.
nice to see you back man
lots of good tips in this video, teaches me to do a pro job, thanks
Bloody good mechanic.
Wow man you are super detailed in explaining. I dont even own this car and I watched the whole thing. I subscribed.
With my recently acquired 525i, I noticed burnt oil sitting in that tray, or whatever it is, below the cat converter. I just figured it was remnants of maintenance long past. However, with taking the car in for safety recall for the PCV valve, they told me about a leaking valve cover gasket, along with a $1.7k estimate for the work. Bwahahahaha! Nope. I'll be doing it myself. Thanks 💯 for this quick tutorial, since I wasn't sure about that valvetronic motor. 😊
This clearly shows that he is a good mechanic
Really nicely done and explained
Wow! You cannot fix stupid! Makes all technician look bad! I am sure most of us take way more pride in our work! Great video! Thanks for all your hard work!
Good to see your still at it keep it bro
Me too！ Very detailed explanation. Great job !
I learned what is 90 degrees meant and how to do it.
Great job really professional!!you made it look very easy wish me luck bro
Nice job! I really like the care you take to do everything properly. Cool music too.
Great job glad your back
Great video. Very thorough in explaining the steps.
I am enjoying your videos. Keep doing videos, you helps a lot of people.
De tantos vídeos que e mirado para hacer este trabajo el tuyo es el mejor y bien explicado ya que todos los demas no mencionan lo principal que es la manera de husar el torquimetro 💯👍
Excellent video...mine was a little different... the magnet was a good tip. Getting the clips out without loosing one is an accomplishment and not hearing plastic snap is always an accomplisment ;-)
Nice, great work. This saturday I will repair mine
that would have been a 2 thousand dollar job at the dealership--especially with that broken bolt.
Very good video I like the way you explain procedure in what your doing best I've seen so far .
Hope to see more of what you do from Nick UK mechanic
Thanks for sharing Bro👍
Really helpful & educational process, Love your work👍
Eagerly waiting for the GTR fix part 2😉
Stay safe with your Loved ones❤
Why no fender covers,why didn't you change the spark plugs after all that work..Overall excellent work..can you tell us what you charged for that job.
You had to do an extra hour work to fix the broken bolt,silicon cleaning.
Invest in a Labor Guide from
www.MOTOR.com to see what you're really supposed to be Charging people/Customers fỏr EVERY job on the Car.
Example : Shop Rate ỏr your Rate is $90.00 an hour :
Labor for Oil Change for "this" certain car may be .3 ( three tenths of 1 hour )
.3 X $90.00 = $27.00 for Labor
6 Quarts of Oil @ $5.00 each = $30.00
1 Oil Filter = $7.00
$27 + $30 + $7 = $64.00 + TAX
An Idiot that charges $25.00 per hour Labor = .3 X $25 = $7.50 for Labor
I wouldn't even get out of my Bed to receive $7.50 for Automotive Oil Change Labor
Automotive Professional background.
Southern California
East Texas/North Texas Survivor
Great details and instructions to make the difficult job easier. A question: valve covers from 2008 BMW 525i, 528i, and 530i start to use plastic, which is more prone to overheat and thus seal leaks. Are they identical in shape and the use of an earlier aluminum version possible?
Im sure that you will get throu this moment of your professional live, you 've got every thing to success! Keep always that way of "well doing".
If you worked here in France you would be floated of work!!.
"Tens mãos de ouro"
I wonder if the past mechanic crossthreaded that bolt, then broke it when trying to cinch it down. What does that valvetronic motor do?
Great, direct video! You saved me a ton of money!
What a great repair video!
Hey great tutorial, easy job once you have done a few, but it makes a ls1 or any old 350 a cake walk cheers from OZ.
thanks a lot for your video! very very easy to understand step by step. 🙃🙃🙃
Very clear instruction. Well done, sir.
Thank you
Wow glad you love your job. . Got to find good mechanic
You did a great job, good watching you perform your work.
You got way more patience than I homie very talented. Love thi vid.
Great stuff Eric. Keep it going
Do you need to replace the Eccentric Shaft Sensor while change out the Valve Cover gasket? How about the oil Control Valve? Great video by the way. Thanks