@@BDSMotorsport man being a mechanic myself, I genuinely wanna congratulate you on your willingness and patience for showing and explaining to ethan about the logistics of repair. I do the same with customers of mine, and know from experience that the more you help someone understand about it, the easier and more maintained their cars are next time they need something sorted and they respect the value of looking after their cars more. Maximum respect to you Bruno. Also, well done Ethan on the jobs you’ve done on the car, it’s pleasing to see your genuine pleasure and pride when you’ve done your own repair or just something you haven’t done before. Keep it up mate
The theory that Ethan is actually the most car guy out of all of them and for years he's been faking and now is slowing becoming what he has always been is interesting and I like to believe it.
Bruno seems to be getting more comfortable with the camera. that CUT! was hilarious. and I thought Ethan was going to hug him when the rocker cover was brought out. Alex would have...
Few days ago, I done my first ever car mod - It was literally changing the hubcaps. *I can honestly say it was one of the most happiest days of my life*
@@Zzzlol94 yeah but i'm sure ethan shares a few tips with the boys here n there. Be a real shame to hoard all that knowledge wisdom and experience all to himself
I love Ethan‘s excitement for everything that’s new to him, it’s like watching a child opening that one big toy under the Christmas tree and seeing the excitement in their face 😂
I love where this is going but I think the absolute pinnacle of Ethan's journey would be to enter him in some racing event in his Z3, with Alex mentoring him along the way, Jack providing the funny banter and camera shit.
Great video team! Given a bit more tweaking and performance upgrading hopefully we may see Z3 VS Phil on track at some point? Keep up the exceptional work!
Great video! I love Bruno’s comment re: just looking at peak number gains. It’s all about the gains on the curve, and also percentage of gains (this was nearly a 10% power gain), and relative to power-to-weight as well.
bruno is comedy gold, hes on my level. my type of guy. And clearly on your level too. love seeing the videos guys. youre getting close to clarkson may and hammond in terms of famousnesesessss but much better content than they make.
clarckson hammond and may are insanely funny and have good commentary, however, the entire grand tour is overscripted filled with way too many cliches. was much better in slightly more relaxed environment.
This series is one of the very best in the automotive youtube. 😎 The Z3 is a solid and easy to work on first project car, so a great choice from the advisors 👌🏻
Whilst taking the piss out of Ethan is fun an' all, can we just take a moment to appreciate the progression from 'losing an Allen key down a spark plug hole' to 'wrenching and bleeding on own project car' in a little over a year? Yes, there is still some mechanical sympathy and confidence to come with practice, but good on you Ethan!
Been a fan of the Z3 since Need For Speed High Stakes. I like that Ethan got to change the wheels to these ones. This Z3 has a modest tune and a modest look to it so far. I like it.
For anyone struggling to understand what is happening: Cam Timing - The BMW M42/4 engines have adjustable timing gears. The intake cam has been advanced, probably ~5 degrees. Any mechanic can do this for you if you ask and was part of a regular service bulletin with the cars. Throttle Body: The TB is a dual-stage to improve partial load response. As the volume behind the TB hasn't changed and neither has the diameter of the TB this will have no effect. Manifold: Bruno has cut the area behind the TB to try and improve flow. This is a misunderstanding of the design of the original part. Tune: This is where all the change in power has come from and is typical for these cars. Filter: This has removed the helmholtz resonator on the original intake which why you can hear the 'squeak'
Yeah. Most "tuners" think they know better than the engineers who spent hundreds or thousands of engineering hours on designing and optimising a part. And then they just changed it without understanding anything, and think it is "better". And of course, charge you money for it.
@@BDSMotorsport Nice to have you with us Bruno! Please let me know where I was wrong? I'm trying to help the viewers understand what is happening. I saw you put up a couple of comments before but you deleted them!
Accurate street tuning info there. Torque curve is higher priority. Smooth and tractable power is better. A small increase in the entire rev range is better than bigger numbers, which will inevitably end up right at the top end of the rev range.
Probably because the software to flash the ECU will only run on XP as the manufacturer stopped offering support. You see this a lot in industry, people who need a specific make/model of old PC to run certain software that drives a machine tool or whatever. They end up paying silly money for a 30 or 40 year old PC because it's the only system that software will run on. 🤷🏻♂️
On behalf of all the viewers, I would just like to saw how proud we are of you Ethan for finally almost remembering everything youre gonna do to the car today
big shout out to bruno man, the fact that he's willing to give a lot of time for us viewers.... man what a great lad
Getting plenty of free advertising
@@karlmiller3623 if you know bruno you know he doesnt need advertising lol
@Big Dongle yes
it is a commercial for his shop, obviously he is giving a lot of time for us.
@@joaoserra8273 So that’s why I’d never heard of him before CT then …
Bruno is a rare find and adds alot of entertainment value. Good episode!
He's excellent
Hey, thanks a lot!
É tuga só podia
@@pavao.mp4 Nice one man! 👍
🇵🇹🇵🇹🇵🇹🇵🇹
Can we big up Bruno, my man been offsetting his actual business for CH so I hope man getting paid enough to work with them.
thank you, I love working with CT guys as what you see on camera is what they genuinely are.
@@BDSMotorsport man being a mechanic myself, I genuinely wanna congratulate you on your willingness and patience for showing and explaining to ethan about the logistics of repair. I do the same with customers of mine, and know from experience that the more you help someone understand about it, the easier and more maintained their cars are next time they need something sorted and they respect the value of looking after their cars more. Maximum respect to you Bruno. Also, well done Ethan on the jobs you’ve done on the car, it’s pleasing to see your genuine pleasure and pride when you’ve done your own repair or just something you haven’t done before. Keep it up mate
Ethan's moving up in the world -- from changing a tyre to doing a stage 2 map on a Z3! The next video should be "Non-Car Guy Builds Car"!
Yeah that should be next
Car build project, yes defo
Banger into the bizz build 👍😁
Non car guy becomes car guy
At this point I’m pretty sure he was acting all along lol
if Alex wont turbo his miata then we have to get Ethan to turbo his z3 first
Ethan just casually resting his new alloy wheel in a hedge 😂
This is so sick! The owner of more than tyres is my dad so seeing this is so cool ❤️
Bruno is excellent entertainment. He is like the Inspector Clouseau of the mechanics. Well maybe a cross between Inspector Clouseau & Papa Lazarou.
Ethan's his wife now.
Been looking forward to a project Z3 update for ages, great job. Love the show! 👌
“15 minus 5” “imperial” had me fucking rolling 😂😂
The theory that Ethan is actually the most car guy out of all of them and for years he's been faking and now is slowing becoming what he has always been is interesting and I like to believe it.
Bruno seems to be getting more comfortable with the camera. that CUT! was hilarious. and I thought Ethan was going to hug him when the rocker cover was brought out. Alex would have...
Few days ago, I done my first ever car mod - It was literally changing the hubcaps.
*I can honestly say it was one of the most happiest days of my life*
Is fitting a hubcap really a mod???
@@andrewmelia2008 fair enough it’s only a 5 second job, but it’s a start🤷🏽
Keep working on cars and them happy days wont be so happy.😂😂
@@bennyplayz3126 very true🤣most of the time it’s modifications that are fun, and repair jobs make you want to sell your car🤣
You just took a step down a slippery slope
BDS knows so much about the M4X motors it’s astounding
You mean Ethan
@@Zzzlol94 yeah but i'm sure ethan shares a few tips with the boys here n there. Be a real shame to hoard all that knowledge wisdom and experience all to himself
BDS are the experts!
In my opinion it's still not worth tuning one of these. I'd much rather stick an M50 i6 in there. Better sound and more potential
@@GECKOZFTW as a broke ass, I prefer this i4
09:05 It’s at this point Ethan realises he is a fully qualified mechanic.
"The Milkman strikes again!"- that should become a slogan of every Ethan's appearance!)))
I can see that as the next merch t-shirt.
I love Ethan‘s excitement for everything that’s new to him, it’s like watching a child opening that one big toy under the Christmas tree and seeing the excitement in their face 😂
I love these Ethan centric videos. He’s friggin hilarious 😂
Bruno is a legend. Prove me wrong.
Bruno genuinely wanting him to learn is honestly so refreshing to see.
Bruno representing the good Portuguese lads
Bruno has the patience of a saint and the comic timing of Ricky Gervase………top chap!
"You were right once again, it's a 12-2" 🤣🤣🤣
"I moved the limiter, 6900 is a good number"!
...hits it on the first pull :-D
these engines used to be used with a mod tuning chip that unlocked the limiter to 7200rpm making them sound real nice and making a bit more power
The ratchet part was actually mind blowing
I know what a spoon
You can tell right away that if it wasn’t for Ethan, Bruno would trash the engine beyond repair. Glad to see Ethan helping the inexperienced!
I really love Ethan's dedication to this car, he has improved so much!! Nice job mate👌🏻
actually love these types of vids with the knowledge bruno provides really is interesting and would be a great person to learn off of
Ethan buying the wheels, good work boys he's broken his cherry 🍒🤣
Looking forward to the “Bruno & Ethan Show” coming soon!
I love where this is going but I think the absolute pinnacle of Ethan's journey would be to enter him in some racing event in his Z3, with Alex mentoring him along the way, Jack providing the funny banter and camera shit.
Finally another z3 video, m44 ftw
It's so good to see Ethan taking the time to teach Bruno
I just love how Bruno looks completely uninterested in life, but my god he's brilliant 🤣
Still waiting for the day where he just chins Ethan 🤣
Great video team! Given a bit more tweaking and performance upgrading hopefully we may see Z3 VS Phil on track at some point? Keep up the exceptional work!
The personal chemistry between Ethan and Bruno is pure comedy gold - extremely entertaining to watch!
Brunos smile at the end!! Top bloke
Is that a lovely toyota carina in the intro on the left side 👌
It’s a privilege to know Bruno for so long, and to see what he built out of scratch only with solid hard work. Um abraço!!!
It's finally back!
And I'm really proud of Ethan. He's come a long way since he started.
Great video!
I love Bruno’s comment re: just looking at peak number gains. It’s all about the gains on the curve, and also percentage of gains (this was nearly a 10% power gain), and relative to power-to-weight as well.
So pleased you’ve continued with this
that torque bump at 4k rpm is gonna feel lovely, nicely done. Would like to see the differences between the stock and custom plenums
Bruno seems to be a really nice lad, would be nice to see him again on the channel. And well done Ethan for the wrenching 💪
Bruno is becoming a fast favourite of mine hope he is in a lot more videos :) he’s a great guy
He is doing such a great job! I love how he plays his role and really sticks to it to a point where you barely notice it, when he actually forces it.
9:50 he was so proud of that joke, more bruno pls
Really enjoyed the videos in this series, Bruno is an excellent on screen presence. So, when is the Ethan taking the Z3 on track?
bruno is comedy gold, hes on my level. my type of guy. And clearly on your level too. love seeing the videos guys. youre getting close to clarkson may and hammond in terms of famousnesesessss but much better content than they make.
clarckson hammond and may are insanely funny and have good commentary, however, the entire grand tour is overscripted filled with way too many cliches. was much better in slightly more relaxed environment.
Bruno is fantastic, knows his stuff, relaxed and naturally funny. Loved this vid.
I think you guys need to buy Bruno some new lighting for the workshop!
Excellent video, really enjoying watching Ethan learn all these things.
Reminds me of my early days. I was so proud when I replaced the washer fluid pump on my old Volvo.. 😄
Another superb episode from a fantastic series! Loving it keep up all the hard work YOU’RE doing Ethan!
The fine camber and combustion pug in the shot to! WIN 🏆
love the 306 in the background, rareish colour as well
Wanna see it going sideways on every track it attends to? Camber and Combustion channel!!! :)
@@jdmfreak22 spot on... and now it has some bds magic under the bonnet as well
@@BDSMotorsport hell yeah!
This series is one of the very best in the automotive youtube. 😎 The Z3 is a solid and easy to work on first project car, so a great choice from the advisors 👌🏻
He even installed an aftermarket cat!
😂
and shortly after, it was removed - de-catted..
@@waynedl99 Damn cat thieves!
Love Ethan and how far he has come
Whilst taking the piss out of Ethan is fun an' all, can we just take a moment to appreciate the progression from 'losing an Allen key down a spark plug hole' to 'wrenching and bleeding on own project car' in a little over a year?
Yes, there is still some mechanical sympathy and confidence to come with practice, but good on you Ethan!
Ethan looks so genuinely pleased when he says "I've taken engine apart". Keep it up boys
Oh shit I just now realised I saw bruno first in LLF video with his 116i lol
Guys these episode with you all in are just top tier and I’m so here for them. I love it. Yous are amazing
this is the best series on TH-cam ever, never let it end!!!
Bruno is such a nice guy and great mechanic keep up these vids 👍🏾
Been a fan of the Z3 since Need For Speed High Stakes. I like that Ethan got to change the wheels to these ones. This Z3 has a modest tune and a modest look to it so far. I like it.
"I think it's time we get to bed, it's crazy late"
Me watching at 2am: 😲
Wait! The tuner - is that the guy with the 240 hp n/a 116i?
14:33 Camber and Combustion's 306 gti-6 casually making a cameo 👀
Good spot Sir those guys are brilliant!
@@asimmalik6378 they really are, one of my favourite TH-cam channels!
Good spot. I really enjoy their videos. I need to make some track day friends!
@@stuarthumphrey6158 so do I, bet its great fun doing track days with a group of mates!
Is that a 306 gti on BDS Motorsport garage? I want one of those.. Cheers from Portugal!
Dude, Ethan’s camera shyness is decreasing and his car knowledge is increasing. This I what everyone needed.
Ooooh yes, been waiting for the next part soo long
My favourite line from Ethan: That's the "Main engine pipe". 😄😄😄 "Sir, I'm afraid it's bad news. Your main engine pipe has gone".
Great video, I looked at the 1.9 Z3 for the channel, ended up with a 2.5 Z4. Been fixing bits on it ever since! 😂
Ethan’s willingness to share his vast knowledge is inspiring.
"I've taken apart an engine"....as he removes the throttle body :D brilliant !
You guys really really need to keep doing this series🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
@14:35 camberandcombustion 306 GTi6 making an appearance
Glad someone else noticed it!
Love the video and the awesome update on the Z3 project! What watch is Ethan wearing, looks great!
Ah yes its always a great day when Ethan works on a engine👹
Just another superb episode. Keep the z3 saga coming!
For anyone struggling to understand what is happening:
Cam Timing - The BMW M42/4 engines have adjustable timing gears. The intake cam has been advanced, probably ~5 degrees. Any mechanic can do this for you if you ask and was part of a regular service bulletin with the cars.
Throttle Body: The TB is a dual-stage to improve partial load response. As the volume behind the TB hasn't changed and neither has the diameter of the TB this will have no effect.
Manifold: Bruno has cut the area behind the TB to try and improve flow. This is a misunderstanding of the design of the original part.
Tune: This is where all the change in power has come from and is typical for these cars.
Filter: This has removed the helmholtz resonator on the original intake which why you can hear the 'squeak'
Yeah. Most "tuners" think they know better than the engineers who spent hundreds or thousands of engineering hours on designing and optimising a part. And then they just changed it without understanding anything, and think it is "better". And of course, charge you money for it.
very inaccurate explanation. please do not miss inform people
@@BDSMotorsport Nice to have you with us Bruno! Please let me know where I was wrong? I'm trying to help the viewers understand what is happening. I saw you put up a couple of comments before but you deleted them!
I like Bruno. Good addition to the series
Ethan is so lucky to be able to teach Bruno! I hope I can take my Ti to BDS shop someday!
Very nice! Cooperation with Bruno is great
Bruno is the man and well done Ethan for getting stuck in.
This series is just perfect.
Definitely time for a 944 vs z3 challenge video
Accurate street tuning info there. Torque curve is higher priority. Smooth and tractable power is better. A small increase in the entire rev range is better than bigger numbers, which will inevitably end up right at the top end of the rev range.
19:50 Oh my god he's still got WIndows XP the mad lad, what a legend Bruno is!
Probably because the software to flash the ECU will only run on XP as the manufacturer stopped offering support.
You see this a lot in industry, people who need a specific make/model of old PC to run certain software that drives a machine tool or whatever. They end up paying silly money for a 30 or 40 year old PC because it's the only system that software will run on. 🤷🏻♂️
So much love for an M42/M44 engined beamer
Excellent, Bruno learnt a lot from you today!
On behalf of all the viewers, I would just like to saw how proud we are of you Ethan for finally almost remembering everything youre gonna do to the car today
@Big Dongle well then I hate you.
I love how Ethan is getting more involved!
I love how ethan takes of a bolt and gets excited xD very entertaining
Always great! Congrats on the new mods!
Love the BMW series on carthrottle, Ethan makes it even better
Love how much Bruno is coming out of his shell on camera! Awesome episode lads had me cracking up!
Alex really makes it run, but Ethan.. he's the cherry on top of the cake!
I love how Ethan goes full beans when loosening something but doesn't stop. No stopping Ethan's beans.
Mike brewer part was just perfect 😂
more project car builds please lads, great episode, Bruno is a legend.