I’m not a mechanic. I have no inclination to be a mechanic. And yet I’ve just spent quite a chunk of my day watching multitudes of Waldo’s videos. It’s calming
@@adamstolar3967 I've owned plenty of european cars (although only from BMW and Mercedes) and all have had oil pressure sensors, in fact BMW used oil level sensors as far back as the early 90s, alerting drivers via the check control system to possible oil problems with a gong and "Stop - Engine oil pressure!" alert on the LCD display even back in 1992. It's only been American cars that I've seen where they put an ancient gauge or dim light on the dash but no way to actually *alert* the driver to a major oil pressure issue.
Watching him work on this is like watching a computer geek build a computer while talking about the speed of his hard drive and graphics memory. Geeks are geeks
I am reminded of the saying, "A second marriage is the triumph of hope over experience" Waldo's hope winning over the experience of many who struggled to cope with a RR ! I have been binge watching parts 1-5 relaxed in my chair watching "Waldo vs RR"
Waldo, this might sound strange, but I'd actually hope you would keep this car. You are learning and teaching us so much about this car. At your current rate, you will become a Land Rover expert and pass on to the greater audience the tips and tricks of how to maintain this car. I've enjoyed this series immensely!
@@glenpaul3606 I had my eye on one back in like 04/05 and always wondered why they were $120-150k fully kitted out and sold 2-3 years old for $40-50k and now it's obvious. The only thing the brits ever engineered worth a shit is America... BSA, Jaguar, Range Rover, Lotus are all junk, unreliable brands.
Dear @@glenpaul3606 👍👌👏 Definitely! And why should he suffer any longer? For other peoples sake? I really hope that he will get rid of this mechanics and owners nightmare. BETTER AN END WITH TERROR THAN TERROR WITHOUT END! Unfortunately I know exactly what I'm talking about, sigh (I'm always good as a bad example). Best regards, luck and health in particular.
I’m blown away by your skills, nerve and ability to tackle any job! How do you know soo much! As Brit, I am also embarrassed by Landrover, what a nightmare! Love the videos, keep them coming! 😊
This guy is absolutely fearless -- and actually competent -- a rare combination. Given that when I started watching him (a couple of years ago, more or less) I was extremely skeptical, given that nearly all of his tools looked brand new. I expect anyone with this degree of skill and attention to detail to have worn tools that look like they've been used for a decade or three. Anyway, when I learned that he'd rebuilt a DD engine for one of his tractors, I became a believer. I look at this as one might a Cat mechanic with 20 years of experience singing opera, well -- books and covers and all that. I enjoy every one of these videos.
Some people do take care of their tools. I clean mine when they get too dirty. Also if I'm working on something and have too many tools out or start having to look for my tools, i will stop what I'm doing just to put all my tools away were they belong. That way I can keep track of them, have less chance of loosing them, and helps keep work organized and less chaotic.
@@Nobucksolutions Preach! I catch grief over this practice regularly. But in my experience, frustrations begin to run high when your hands and work space get too filthy to hold a tool or keep yourself "somewhat" clean. I work on heavy equipment where you have large volumes of engine oil, coolant, hydraulic fluid that can be difficult to contain during a repair. Some of my coworkers seem to literally wallow in their mess. I prefer to take a moment every now and then to gather, wipe, and organize my tools... then sweep the space and wipe the equipment clean, akin to a surgical field. Wash my hands and look over everything with a light to see what else may need repair before continuing. I believe it makes the job quicker and easier overall, and the pause to clean helps me keep a cool head when shit gets irritating. It also helps keep my tools looking good, and I rarely lose anything.
@@ksnyder2013 Tools that have been used since the user was a child have a "patina" that new stuff from Harbor Freight lacks, even if they're perfectly clean. My point was (and is) that this guy took up serious wrenching later in life than many of us did and has done really well.
The goal of Range Rover Engineers, seems to have been to give Mechanics job security for years to come. That's the most complicated "oil pan" I've ever seen.
Also notable is that if I went to the dealer with this issue, they would've tried to sell me a new engine for $17,000. Land Rover doesn't sell bearings for these vehicles, so aftermarket is the only option
@@WaldosWorld I actually sat there and pondered the meaning of life when you said this had no dipstick. Please tell me you're joking? Right? If not, a certain trip behind the shed is in order for the engineers at Land Rover.
Dear @@WaldosWorld So you can see very clearly, that it is better to get rid of this British crap (or whoever built it and is responsible for such a mechanics and owners nightmare). You will never feel really well/safe driving this thing, at least not while driving long distances. Even with all your skills it will be no fun. These cars are simply not known for their reliability. BETTER AN END WITH TERROR THAN TERROR WITHOUT END! Unfortunately I know exactly what I'm talking about, sigh (I'm always good as a bad example). Best regards, luck and health in particular.
You’re my favorite car tuber, even with the waits between videos. Perfect pacing, content density, and length. I really appreciate that you don’t stretch jobs like this one into a 24 part series where we have to watch you remove rusty bolts in real time.
Waldo, I am continually amazed at your talent and abilities, and knowledge. I remember doing repairs similar to these where I grew up in Connecticut with my family, but never to this level. Great, great job.
I feel your suffering and pain, I'm a 21 year old apprentice working at a European shop and I had this same range rover come for trans oil cooler lines, long story short the lines weren't properly connected to the cooler and I went for a drive and blew the transmission pump, boss ordered a new transmission, most painful job I've ever done. Being covered in transmission fluid with an angry boss up your ass is not fun.. cheers! Love the content.
I would absolutely recommend to get a Land Crusier. Got mine when I was 17 of my dad and learned basically everything about cars on it. The first oil change to my first head change. A dram to work on when it’s not too rusty. Besides that the Best car ever built. Just think about it, every guy in Australia, Africa, the military, the UN and the Oil kings in Saudi Arabia drive a Land Cruiser because ist’s simply the only car than can handle 1 million miles of dirt. And when something is broken you can fix it 99% with an hammer. Land Crusier for the Win! Greetings from Austria 🤙🏽
I would not have the patience to screw around with a Range Rover. Even less patience if it was from up north, and even less if it had to be done in a home garage. Much respect to you. If you can fix that thing then pretty much everything else will be a walk in the park.
your not wrong about the air-chisel! I got mine with a bunch of other air tools and i thought I'd never use it. I've only used it on 3 occasions but each time it was an absolute life saver. Like we are talking a day of absolute misery, got the air chisel out and problem solved so easily in seconds! Like trying to get a crank pulley off a taper and had tried everything, gave the wedge bit a rattle with the air chisel and instant success!
Wow, what an amount of work this was. I really admire you for doing this completely on your own, sometimes sketchy, sometimes even dangerous work and yes … you have the knowledge and equipment, but still … you just have to do it. Respect, Waldo 👍👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻😀
Your patience and persistence are astonishing and highly admirable. Working on that thing must have been incredibly frustrating, yet you executed with incredible skill. And you delivered a doozy of a video. Amazingly impressive. My only request: get these videos out faster :P
My dad had a transmission jack just like that, except his was orange. He found it at a pawnshop like all his best tools. He used it a good bit but got tired of having to crank it up, crank it down, up, down, on and on. Then, one day, he decided his 280lbs football player 17 year old son would be his new and improved transmission jack. All I can say is I'm glad we were working on a little '91 Ford Ranger!
Hoovie and Car Wizard was onto something when they buried Hoovies Range Rover... The designers of this crazy car must've had an S&M streak... Waldo you are our hero for even attempting this!!!
The tab on the main bearings is just so the person building the engine to properly locate the bearing in the caps. The crush you later mentioned is actually what holds the bearing in place from spinning.
These are the types of videos I like. More specifically I love it when you show creative ways to get out of a jam in the past you showed how you’ve used ratchet straps to maneuver, heavy components. In this video you showed a neat trick on how to use a bolt head as an Allen wrench. These are the things that average guys do and it’s cool to see.
Your a braver man then me, I would have scraped that over engineered pile long ago, but it does make for good content and your one hell of a mechanic👍👍😎
I am not a mechanic, but I love to watch everything you do. You do it so effortlessly I loved the Range Rover series so much I'll re watch it from the start again.
I definitely recommend a Toyota Land cruiser or Lexus counterpart. I dunno if you have ever owned Toyotas, but working on them generally is a total cake walk. It's like Toyota designed them with the mechanic in mind.
Waldo , I have to say your positive attitude is inspiring . I have been repairing cars a long time and your skill and attention to detail is outstanding.
It brings so much satisfaction to see it getting fixed and running again. Kudos Waldo! You are the only youtuber I have actually subscribed by heart. Love the content! Keep it coming!
Great job Waldo those are not the easiest vehicles to work on, the start up was on point and I believe you just might have a decent vehicle but then again it is a Range Rover. Admire your patience during this overhaul.
How to you know how to do all of this? I think you said you were some kind of engineer but I think you said you had no prior experience being a mechanic. What is your mindset going into projects like this. Your videos are second to none! Thanks
Don't let us wait for so long on that S class. Great job rebuilding that engine it sounded great. I admire your level as a fabricator as well as a fixer. Wish I can do like you
You have the patience of a saint on a vehicle that defines masochistic serviceability. I would have reviewed the FSM procedure, put the book down, and began writing up my for-sale ad on that LR.
I just discovered your channel and started watching a couple on the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, then E-Class, then Range Rover Sport. I really love your cinematography, editing, and narrations: they are highly informative and entertaining! Do keep them coming!
Great build. Dude it would make your life so much easier to pour a foundation for your shop. I know you know that but definitely would love to see videos on that project if you do it.
Waldo, love the channel! I recall learning in automotive school checking the placement from the bearings and crankshaft with a thread of nylon at every bearing. Hope yours survive with the meat taken off the bearings. Keep up the good work!
I always look forward to when a video pops up on this channel. I've been subscribed since +/- 50k subs. Biggest thing I appreciate as a viewer is that you listen to us, and actually bring us into your videos! I love that the most. As always, you've got great skills and video talent. Keep up the good work!
Waldo, I have to say you are an amazing person, beyond a Master Mechanic...way beyond an Engineer...you could easily teach at the Car Manufacturers like Land Rover.
Dude, I applaud you for doing all this work on your own! I always find it takes me so much longer to film and do a project and often get frustrated with the filming aspect. But somehow endure. Keep up the good work. I'd like to see that duramax again sometime soon!
I think you would be much happier working on a Mercedes than this Range Rover. Look back at your recent experience with the engine replacement on your Mercedes E-Class sedan. I really appreciate your hard work to bring this content to YT!
Dude, you've got some balls to do that. I was intrigued by your perseverance. I love these old girls as they were the a great car and the best off roader in the world. I would say that as I am from England, but seriously, loved your videos. Looking forward to the next ones.
Another great one Waldo. Your channel reminds me of Cutting Edge Engineering. Different content but similar business model. Great camera shots, no annoying music, awesome content and professional level editing. You, like them are seeing the results. Congrats bud!!
The bearing tabs are for locating the bearing. They have little to do with keeping the bearing from spinning. Bearing crush is what actually keeps the bearing from spinning.
You have a huge amount of intestinal fortitude. You seem to be financially comfortable, so I’m surprised you don’t have a concrete garage floor. Nice work! This is the second video of yours I have watched, so I just subscribed.
The group that designed this Range Rover engine certainly never once thought about repair, rebuild and maintenance friendliness. You have quite the arsenal of mechanical skills! Is the homemade gooseneck registered yet? Can't wait for the next project! Take care!
Hahaha at 7:27 I would have to agree 100% especially after having to remove the CV axles from the hubs. I owned a 2011 L322 also and worked on it myself. It is a pain in the a** to work on, but it feels some what more rewarding once it's fixed and in the future when talking shop w/ people and you're able to bring up the fact that you're able to work on an L322.
Mad RESPECT to you Waldo for a DIY guy there is nothing too complicated for you to try! The dipshit engineers who designed a car that you have to take completely apart to get to the bloody oil pan should be tared and feathered!!! Typical Range Rover! JOB WELL DONE!!!!
Hi Waldo. Nice repair job on the engine. I'm not too partial to these vehicles but after all the work you put into it, and after chasing out all the known problems, I guess I would keep it, unless you could sell it and make back what you put into (including your labor). It is a good looking car but not having a dipstick or oil pressure sender, are 2 big negatives in my opinion. I have a friend who has a Cadillac SUV that he picked up cheap with a couple minor electrical issues (that I fixed for him) that is pretty nice. Just saying. Thanks for the video!
Your the only one I don't skip a simple second in his videos actually your the only one that I still watch his videos I just open TH-cam just to watch or study ♥️
Always a concern when you know an engine has debris in its internals. You can flush oil and change filters but I would still not want to be spending a lot of money until a good few miles and oil/filter changes have taken place. Having said that, you seem to have done a great job here refreshing the engine at minimum outlay so lets hope the glitter goes away. Thanks for the videos !
Chunks of metal could still be in the oil passages, these do not flush out because they become lodges in the small passages. It's possible this started from timing chain tensioner failure which started breaking up and plugging passages.
The purpose of the tiny tabs on the main bearings is to prevent them from spinning. If the top bearing moves the oiling passage will be blocked and starve the crank journals and rod journals from oil. Now that you ground those off,what;s preventing the mains from starting to spin?
Im sure your a busy person.. But love when you drop a new video! Your projects are always super interesting! I just wish they were more frequent!!!! Much love Waldo!!!
I totally would have removed the crank since you are that far into it. You could then mix the journals and installing new bearings is much easier and safer. You could also measure the bearing to journal clearances
Calling someone a dipstick was a popular detrimental comment a few years back here in the U.K. but my oh my! An engine without one? Words fail me - not a common occurrence. I never cease to be amazed by young Waldo - the clean cut college kid (and from a college that still has male cheerleaders) - where did such a fine fella obtain his blue collar skills? Then on top - perseverance and good karma - I feel that I've earned remission from at least one reincarnation just by watching. Top marks too for working in a Third World garage, dirt floor no sign of heating and a lot of white stuff outside - my only word on caution despite being one time enamoured with the 3.5 Rover V8 - life isn't long enough to become expert on Range Rovers!
I think it is absolutely ludicrous that there is no dipstick or sensor to check the oil level. It's almost like they want the engine to fail! Anyway, great video, I absolutely love watching you work.
I have a 2018 Honda pilot, I wanted to get something more luxurious like a Range Rover, but after seeing this series and reading forums plus all the videos about so many things going wrong I think I’m just going to stick with Honda. I appreciate you making this educational videos and se of the hilarious side cracks.
Re lack of dipstick: during WWII, French car manufacturer Citroen was forced to make trucks for the German army. They altered the dipstick so that it looked as if the oil level was correct while it was low. Your video gave a good explanation of the kind of damage such sabotage would have caused. Good luck with the range rover, living in England I thought you chose such an unreliable vehicle to provide a steady stream of repair videos...
If you can replace the bearings on that vehicle then you can work on anything! Awesome job! Now sell it quick and get a Toyota! I see Range Rovers cheap quite often, I know better than to go look at them.
You were so far into this big job, I would have done a rebuild, at least pulled the pistons since there was some cylinder scoring from your previous video, but I do realize that you have to draw the line somewhere. Great videos, Thanks for sharing
I cringed when I saw how the front differential was integrated into the engine. I would have lit a stick of dynamite and threw it into the engine bay and ran! 😮 it makes you wonder what kind of drugs the engineers doing when they designed that set up. Bless you for being patient and getting the job done. Hopefully after a couple of short oil change intervals you can get an oil analysis done to see if the problem is fixed. I’d definitely be looking for a Benz. Maybe you can find a good salvaged G wagon for cheap! 😂
Had a 2011 Range Rover that replaced our rusted out ‘97 Land Cruiser. Biggest mistake (well one of them) of my life. Lasted 4 years and every system failed. Was one of the most beautifully crafted automobiles but the worst one I have ever owned. Should have kept the rusted out Cruiser. I commend you for your dedication!
Hey Waldo, I appreciate that you always wear proper safety gear. I see so many TH-camrs doing work without earplugs and glasses and I think its cringy.
Watched all 5 parts back to back, repairing the range rover with removing the entire engine transmission and almost rebuilding it and still buying a salvage S-Class as a new project. Man you've got guts, I was just imagining how much money you have just saved by doing this all by yourself.
I've always heard of the terrible reliability of anything "Rover", but now that I've watched a lot of Waldo's videos I will never purchase one of these vehicles. Thank you for your videos and great job! Keep it up!
Waldo, you are amazing! I really enjoy watching your content. No BS, just quality content and a little bit of entertainment! :) Keep up the great work!
I am an old school engine guy. As a young man I built hot rods that pushed over 800 HP and ran the cars at Pomona Dragstrip in Pomona, CA. I was heartbroken to see Waldo Fold on the rebuild when he was at the teardown point. I'm far to old school not to go the distance when you are that deep in a teardown and inspection. The why is simple, like Field of Dreams but mechanically you build it and "It Will Kickass" in the final tale of the tape "To Me" like I was taught by a Top Fuel Dragster Engine Builder go all the way and relish in your achievement. You have bragging rights and at minimum 100k to enjoy. At some point you have a choice to make because the RR will overall mechanically degrade quickly over time. So you find the right buyer (A Lover of RR trucks) and make a deal. My Father was practically a mechanical genius he and Smitty the 70's Racing Engine Master Pro were my guiding mentor and formed my love of Racing and engine building. I I have incredible faith that come my time. I will join them on the engine rebuilding team at the Pomona drag strip in heaven and at that point hopefully we're working on John Force's funny car. 😍😍😍
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I’m not a mechanic. I have no inclination to be a mechanic. And yet I’ve just spent quite a chunk of my day watching multitudes of Waldo’s videos. It’s calming
Same! He should add some dedicated microphones for the different parts of the repair to get this ASMR effect.
Hahahaha doing that right now 🤣
😂😂😂
"It does not have a oil pressure sensor"
Truly shows how much they care for their product and their customers.
@WaldosWorld132 Scam
Many european car don't have
It has an oil pressure sensor, but only the binary old-school type with a threshold of half a bar. So it's useless for diagnostics.
@@adamstolar3967 I've owned plenty of european cars (although only from BMW and Mercedes) and all have had oil pressure sensors, in fact BMW used oil level sensors as far back as the early 90s, alerting drivers via the check control system to possible oil problems with a gong and "Stop - Engine oil pressure!" alert on the LCD display even back in 1992. It's only been American cars that I've seen where they put an ancient gauge or dim light on the dash but no way to actually *alert* the driver to a major oil pressure issue.
@@adamstolar3967 Not sure what European cars you've worked on, but I have never come across one without an oil pressure sensor.
Watching him rebuild a Range Rover is like when someone rescue a puppy that is disabled
Truth!
😂😂
Watching him work on this is like watching a computer geek build a computer while talking about the speed of his hard drive and graphics memory. Geeks are geeks
@@MichaelRichards983 … then invents a cure for the disability 😅 In Waldo We Trust!
@@MichaelRichards983 i dont think you know what a geek is
I am reminded of the saying, "A second marriage is the triumph of hope over experience"
Waldo's hope winning over the experience of many who struggled to cope with a RR !
I have been binge watching parts 1-5 relaxed in my chair watching "Waldo vs RR"
A salute to a great mechanic. I want to watch Waldo vs flood damaged Mercedes !
Waldo, this might sound strange, but I'd actually hope you would keep this car. You are learning and teaching us so much about this car. At your current rate, you will become a Land Rover expert and pass on to the greater audience the tips and tricks of how to maintain this car. I've enjoyed this series immensely!
I was pretty annoyed while working on it, but I also really enjoy having it, so I probably won't get rid of it 😂
Great words my opinion from Jamaica positive words
he has taught smart people never to buy a Range Rover...lol
@@glenpaul3606 I had my eye on one back in like 04/05 and always wondered why they were $120-150k fully kitted out and sold 2-3 years old for $40-50k and now it's obvious. The only thing the brits ever engineered worth a shit is America... BSA, Jaguar, Range Rover, Lotus are all junk, unreliable brands.
Dear @@glenpaul3606
👍👌👏 Definitely! And why should he suffer any longer? For other peoples sake? I really hope that he will get rid of this mechanics and owners nightmare. BETTER AN END WITH TERROR THAN TERROR WITHOUT END! Unfortunately I know exactly what I'm talking about, sigh (I'm always good as a bad example).
Best regards, luck and health in particular.
I’m blown away by your skills, nerve and ability to tackle any job! How do you know soo much! As Brit, I am also embarrassed by Landrover, what a nightmare! Love the videos, keep them coming! 😊
This guy is absolutely fearless -- and actually competent -- a rare combination. Given that when I started watching him (a couple of years ago, more or less) I was extremely skeptical, given that nearly all of his tools looked brand new. I expect anyone with this degree of skill and attention to detail to have worn tools that look like they've been used for a decade or three. Anyway, when I learned that he'd rebuilt a DD engine for one of his tractors, I became a believer. I look at this as one might a Cat mechanic with 20 years of experience singing opera, well -- books and covers and all that. I enjoy every one of these videos.
True, I did buy some new tools early on. That comment made me laugh (in a good way) 👍
Some people do take care of their tools. I clean mine when they get too dirty. Also if I'm working on something and have too many tools out or start having to look for my tools, i will stop what I'm doing just to put all my tools away were they belong. That way I can keep track of them, have less chance of loosing them, and helps keep work organized and less chaotic.
@@Nobucksolutions Preach! I catch grief over this practice regularly. But in my experience, frustrations begin to run high when your hands and work space get too filthy to hold a tool or keep yourself "somewhat" clean. I work on heavy equipment where you have large volumes of engine oil, coolant, hydraulic fluid that can be difficult to contain during a repair. Some of my coworkers seem to literally wallow in their mess. I prefer to take a moment every now and then to gather, wipe, and organize my tools... then sweep the space and wipe the equipment clean, akin to a surgical field. Wash my hands and look over everything with a light to see what else may need repair before continuing. I believe it makes the job quicker and easier overall, and the pause to clean helps me keep a cool head when shit gets irritating. It also helps keep my tools looking good, and I rarely lose anything.
I clean and put away my tools after every job. my tools still look mostly new. some mechanics are slobs and some are neat freaks.
@@ksnyder2013 Tools that have been used since the user was a child have a "patina" that new stuff from Harbor Freight lacks, even if they're perfectly clean. My point was (and is) that this guy took up serious wrenching later in life than many of us did and has done really well.
Thanks for being one of the only TH-camrs who uses correct safety equipment
The goal of Range Rover Engineers, seems to have been to give Mechanics job security for years to come. That's the most complicated "oil pan" I've ever seen.
Also notable is that if I went to the dealer with this issue, they would've tried to sell me a new engine for $17,000. Land Rover doesn't sell bearings for these vehicles, so aftermarket is the only option
@@WaldosWorld I actually sat there and pondered the meaning of life when you said this had no dipstick. Please tell me you're joking? Right? If not, a certain trip behind the shed is in order for the engineers at Land Rover.
@@wifelikecow My BMW doesn't have one either...madness
My Audi doesn’t have one either. It comes with a dipstick tube but not the dipstick.
Dear @@WaldosWorld
So you can see very clearly, that it is better to get rid of this British crap (or whoever built it and is responsible for such a mechanics and owners nightmare). You will never feel really well/safe driving this thing, at least not while driving long distances. Even with all your skills it will be no fun. These cars are simply not known for their reliability. BETTER AN END WITH TERROR THAN TERROR WITHOUT END! Unfortunately I know exactly what I'm talking about, sigh (I'm always good as a bad example).
Best regards, luck and health in particular.
You’re my favorite car tuber, even with the waits between videos. Perfect pacing, content density, and length. I really appreciate that you don’t stretch jobs like this one into a 24 part series where we have to watch you remove rusty bolts in real time.
Thank you so much!
Should have your own TV show, clean cut, good voice, calm manner, nice guy.
What do you think this is supposed to be?
lowkey hilarious too.
Waldo, I am continually amazed at your talent and abilities, and knowledge. I remember doing repairs similar to these where I grew up in Connecticut with my family, but never to this level. Great, great job.
I feel your suffering and pain, I'm a 21 year old apprentice working at a European shop and I had this same range rover come for trans oil cooler lines, long story short the lines weren't properly connected to the cooler and I went for a drive and blew the transmission pump, boss ordered a new transmission, most painful job I've ever done. Being covered in transmission fluid with an angry boss up your ass is not fun.. cheers! Love the content.
I think you had the best welding footage I have ever seen during the bracket fab. Good job.
The part where you welded your engine lift bracket actually made say wow, the filmography + skills was on point
I appreciate it! 🤠
I would absolutely recommend to get a Land Crusier. Got mine when I was 17 of my dad and learned basically everything about cars on it. The first oil change to my first head change. A dram to work on when it’s not too rusty. Besides that the Best car ever built. Just think about it, every guy in Australia, Africa, the military, the UN and the Oil kings in Saudi Arabia drive a Land Cruiser because ist’s simply the only car than can handle 1 million miles of dirt. And when something is broken you can fix it 99% with an hammer. Land Crusier for the Win!
Greetings from Austria 🤙🏽
I would not have the patience to screw around with a Range Rover. Even less patience if it was from up north, and even less if it had to be done in a home garage. Much respect to you. If you can fix that thing then pretty much everything else will be a walk in the park.
your not wrong about the air-chisel! I got mine with a bunch of other air tools and i thought I'd never use it. I've only used it on 3 occasions but each time it was an absolute life saver. Like we are talking a day of absolute misery, got the air chisel out and problem solved so easily in seconds! Like trying to get a crank pulley off a taper and had tried everything, gave the wedge bit a rattle with the air chisel and instant success!
I would have thrown in the towel on this thing long ago. Props for your persistence.
Wow, what an amount of work this was. I really admire you for doing this completely on your own, sometimes sketchy, sometimes even dangerous work and yes … you have the knowledge and equipment, but still … you just have to do it. Respect, Waldo 👍👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻😀
Your patience and persistence are astonishing and highly admirable. Working on that thing must have been incredibly frustrating, yet you executed with incredible skill. And you delivered a doozy of a video. Amazingly impressive.
My only request: get these videos out faster :P
My dad had a transmission jack just like that, except his was orange. He found it at a pawnshop like all his best tools. He used it a good bit but got tired of having to crank it up, crank it down, up, down, on and on. Then, one day, he decided his 280lbs football player 17 year old son would be his new and improved transmission jack. All I can say is I'm glad we were working on a little '91 Ford Ranger!
Hoovie and Car Wizard was onto something when they buried Hoovies Range Rover... The designers of this crazy car must've had an S&M streak... Waldo you are our hero for even attempting this!!!
The tab on the main bearings is just so the person building the engine to properly locate the bearing in the caps. The crush you later mentioned is actually what holds the bearing in place from spinning.
Excavators, Range Rovers trucks, trailers. Your videos are entertaining and inspiring. Keep it up!
The optimism level is off the charts with Waldo..."aluminium in the oil is really pretty". I need me some of that.
Another great video! I especially like it when older vehicles are fully repaired even though it does not always make sense economically.
Our newest Land Rover is a 03. Your comment is both full of valor and insanity.
These are the types of videos I like. More specifically I love it when you show creative ways to get out of a jam in the past you showed how you’ve used ratchet straps to maneuver, heavy components. In this video you showed a neat trick on how to use a bolt head as an Allen wrench. These are the things that average guys do and it’s cool to see.
Your a braver man then me, I would have scraped that over engineered pile long ago, but it does make for good content and your one hell of a mechanic👍👍😎
I am not a mechanic, but I love to watch everything you do. You do it so effortlessly I loved the Range Rover series so much I'll re watch it from the start again.
I definitely recommend a Toyota Land cruiser or Lexus counterpart. I dunno if you have ever owned Toyotas, but working on them generally is a total cake walk. It's like Toyota designed them with the mechanic in mind.
Cruiser all the way.
Please don't get a Land Cruiser/Lexus! Once you fix them properly it will be the end of video material for your channel, and we want more!
Wow Waldo! The fact you tore this down and it fired up on the first start ,is a huge testament to your ability!!💯👍👍👍👍😎
Waldo , I have to say your positive attitude is inspiring . I have been repairing cars a long time and your skill and attention to detail is outstanding.
This video is so well lit and edited, it’s hard to believe that it’s not done by a professional video team. Very impressive!
Waldo this is a huge job...good thing you got a good deal on this Range Rover. Your drive is commendable.
It brings so much satisfaction to see it getting fixed and running again. Kudos Waldo! You are the only youtuber I have actually subscribed by heart. Love the content! Keep it coming!
Who would have imagined that such a small problem would Entice so much work, great job!
Great work! It's nice to see someone actually working on a Rover, instead of just pawning it off to someone else.
Great job Waldo those are not the easiest vehicles to work on, the start up was on point and I believe you just might have a decent vehicle but then again it is a Range Rover. Admire your patience during this overhaul.
How to you know how to do all of this? I think you said you were some kind of engineer but I think you said you had no prior experience being a mechanic. What is your mindset going into projects like this. Your videos are second to none! Thanks
Don't let us wait for so long on that S class. Great job rebuilding that engine it sounded great. I admire your level as a fabricator as well as a fixer. Wish I can do like you
That’s what got me to watch.
You have the patience of a saint on a vehicle that defines masochistic serviceability. I would have reviewed the FSM procedure, put the book down, and began writing up my for-sale ad on that LR.
May a million more subscribers come your Way Waldo . I always
Enjoy your videos. Thank you buddy
I just discovered your channel and started watching a couple on the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, then E-Class, then Range Rover Sport. I really love your cinematography, editing, and narrations: they are highly informative and entertaining! Do keep them coming!
You've given this car a lot more love than it deserves
Waldo, you might be the best DIYer for vehicle mechanics I've ever seen on TH-cam. Thank you for your informative content.
This amount of work and level of content deserve a million comments and ten millions likes
Glad to see a NH guy out there turning wrenches on camera. Been pondering making a channel but it’s mostly LS swap stuff and small engine/fab.
Great build. Dude it would make your life so much easier to pour a foundation for your shop. I know you know that but definitely would love to see videos on that project if you do it.
Love these videos!!! Would like to see cost breakdowns for all the parts and tools needed so we can get an idea of the big picture!
Waldo, love the channel! I recall learning in automotive school checking the placement from the bearings and crankshaft with a thread of nylon at every bearing. Hope yours survive with the meat taken off the bearings. Keep up the good work!
I always look forward to when a video pops up on this channel. I've been subscribed since +/- 50k subs. Biggest thing I appreciate as a viewer is that you listen to us, and actually bring us into your videos! I love that the most. As always, you've got great skills and video talent. Keep up the good work!
Thank you so much!
Waldo, I have to say you are an amazing person, beyond a Master Mechanic...way beyond an Engineer...you could easily teach at the Car Manufacturers like Land Rover.
Dude, I applaud you for doing all this work on your own! I always find it takes me so much longer to film and do a project and often get frustrated with the filming aspect. But somehow endure. Keep up the good work. I'd like to see that duramax again sometime soon!
You are a fantastic role model. Never loses your cool. Always optimistic.
I think you would be much happier working on a Mercedes than this Range Rover. Look back at your recent experience with the engine replacement on your Mercedes E-Class sedan. I really appreciate your hard work to bring this content to YT!
Yeah, that E320 was awesome to work on. It makes me hopeful that the Mercedes engineers were that thoughtful when designing other models as well 👍
Dude, you've got some balls to do that. I was intrigued by your perseverance. I love these old girls as they were the a great car and the best off roader in the world. I would say that as I am from England, but seriously, loved your videos. Looking forward to the next ones.
Another great one Waldo. Your channel reminds me of Cutting Edge Engineering. Different content but similar business model. Great camera shots, no annoying music, awesome content and professional level editing. You, like them are seeing the results. Congrats bud!!
Thank you so much!
A labor of love doesn't even begin to describe this. And you just re-affirmed my hunch that an L322 RR has no place on my automotive bucket list.
I truly enjoy your channel and all of your content. Thank you!
I appreciate it! 🤠
Thanks Waldo, for making this long deployment shorter, one video at a time!
The bearing tabs are for locating the bearing. They have little to do with keeping the bearing from spinning. Bearing crush is what actually keeps the bearing from spinning.
At 19:45 I think I noticed a slot where the tabs go.
I am amazed that you did all heavy and difficult repairs all alone. Bravo, I enjoyed watching your videos
Amazing job Waldo LOVING THE CONTENT WE MISSED YOU
You have a huge amount of intestinal fortitude. You seem to be financially comfortable, so I’m surprised you don’t have a concrete garage floor. Nice work! This is the second video of yours I have watched, so I just subscribed.
The group that designed this Range Rover engine certainly never once thought about repair, rebuild and maintenance friendliness.
You have quite the arsenal of mechanical skills!
Is the homemade gooseneck registered yet?
Can't wait for the next project!
Take care!
Hahaha at 7:27 I would have to agree 100% especially after having to remove the CV axles from the hubs. I owned a 2011 L322 also and worked on it myself. It is a pain in the a** to work on, but it feels some what more rewarding once it's fixed and in the future when talking shop w/ people and you're able to bring up the fact that you're able to work on an L322.
Mad RESPECT to you Waldo for a DIY guy there is nothing too complicated for you to try! The dipshit engineers who designed a car that you have to take completely apart to get to the bloody oil pan should be tared and feathered!!! Typical Range Rover! JOB WELL DONE!!!!
Thank you! Yeah, the engineers obviously weren't concerned with making this job easy 😂
You put way more effort into these repairs on this vehicle then I would have for a Land Rover
Hi Waldo. Nice repair job on the engine. I'm not too partial to these vehicles but after all the work you put into it, and after chasing out all the known problems, I guess I would keep it, unless you could sell it and make back what you put into (including your labor). It is a good looking car but not having a dipstick or oil pressure sender, are 2 big negatives in my opinion. I have a friend who has a Cadillac SUV that he picked up cheap with a couple minor electrical issues (that I fixed for him) that is pretty nice. Just saying. Thanks for the video!
Your the only one I don't skip a simple second in his videos actually your the only one that I still watch his videos I just open TH-cam just to watch or study ♥️
Always a concern when you know an engine has debris in its internals. You can flush oil and change filters but I would still not want to be spending a lot of money until a good few miles and oil/filter changes have taken place. Having said that, you seem to have done a great job here refreshing the engine at minimum outlay so lets hope the glitter goes away. Thanks for the videos !
Watching this makes me really appreciate my slant 6 engines in my 64 and 65 Valiants. So accessible!
Thank you for yet another great video. Looking forward for s-class videos!
Having looked at all the videos on the Range Rover, one thing is certain, I will never have one. Waldo, you are a genius!
After watching this series of videos, it is confirmed: I will never, ever, ever, ever, ever, EVER buy a Range Rover.
A big amen to that. While they are beautiful automobiles they are an absolute nightmare to work on.
Chunks of metal could still be in the oil passages, these do not flush out because they become lodges in the small passages. It's possible this started from timing chain tensioner failure which started breaking up and plugging passages.
The purpose of the tiny tabs on the main bearings is to prevent them from spinning. If the top bearing moves the oiling passage will be blocked and starve the crank journals and rod journals from oil. Now that you ground those off,what;s preventing the mains from starting to spin?
Nothing. But that is really a problem with the engine design. And it isn't even the most glaring design problem either.
Im sure your a busy person.. But love when you drop a new video! Your projects are always super interesting! I just wish they were more frequent!!!! Much love Waldo!!!
I totally would have removed the crank since you are that far into it. You could then mix the journals and installing new bearings is much easier and safer. You could also measure the bearing to journal clearances
Calling someone a dipstick was a popular detrimental comment a few years back here in the U.K. but my oh my! An engine without one? Words fail me - not a common occurrence.
I never cease to be amazed by young Waldo - the clean cut college kid (and from a college that still has male cheerleaders) - where did such a fine fella obtain his blue collar skills? Then on top - perseverance and good karma - I feel that I've earned remission from at least one reincarnation just by watching.
Top marks too for working in a Third World garage, dirt floor no sign of heating and a lot of white stuff outside - my only word on caution despite being one time enamoured with the 3.5 Rover V8 - life isn't long enough to become expert on Range Rovers!
I think it is absolutely ludicrous that there is no dipstick or sensor to check the oil level. It's almost like they want the engine to fail! Anyway, great video, I absolutely love watching you work.
Yes
I have a 2018 Honda pilot, I wanted to get something more luxurious like a Range Rover, but after seeing this series and reading forums plus all the videos about so many things going wrong I think I’m just going to stick with Honda. I appreciate you making this educational videos and se of the hilarious side cracks.
Re lack of dipstick: during WWII, French car manufacturer Citroen was forced to make trucks for the German army. They altered the dipstick so that it looked as if the oil level was correct while it was low. Your video gave a good explanation of the kind of damage such sabotage would have caused. Good luck with the range rover, living in England I thought you chose such an unreliable vehicle to provide a steady stream of repair videos...
That's a cool story! 😬
This is why I drive a vintage Toyota. Great video Waldo.
Such a well done video!
Even just watching it made me overwhelmed with how complicated the sh*t was to work on. Kudos to you Waldo, kudos to you…
Thanks for the informative content as always! Soon it will be ready for a cummins swap 😏
I'm genuinely putting serious thought into a diesel swap if/when it needs a new engine 🤠
I really enjoyed watching the Range Rover repair. Much love from Zimbabwe.
If you can replace the bearings on that vehicle then you can work on anything! Awesome job! Now sell it quick and get a Toyota! I see Range Rovers cheap quite often, I know better than to go look at them.
You were so far into this big job, I would have done a rebuild, at least pulled the pistons since there was some cylinder scoring from your previous video, but I do realize that you have to draw the line somewhere. Great videos, Thanks for sharing
I cringed when I saw how the front differential was integrated into the engine. I would have lit a stick of dynamite and threw it into the engine bay and ran! 😮 it makes you wonder what kind of drugs the engineers doing when they designed that set up. Bless you for being patient and getting the job done. Hopefully after a couple of short oil change intervals you can get an oil analysis done to see if the problem is fixed. I’d definitely be looking for a Benz. Maybe you can find a good salvaged G wagon for cheap! 😂
Had a 2011 Range Rover that replaced our rusted out ‘97 Land Cruiser. Biggest mistake (well one of them) of my life. Lasted 4 years and every system failed. Was one of the most beautifully crafted automobiles but the worst one I have ever owned. Should have kept the rusted out Cruiser. I commend you for your dedication!
Hey Waldo, I appreciate that you always wear proper safety gear. I see so many TH-camrs doing work without earplugs and glasses and I think its cringy.
I noticed this as well..most you tube mechanics never use eye pro or gloves.
Watched all 5 parts back to back, repairing the range rover with removing the entire engine transmission and almost rebuilding it and still buying a salvage S-Class as a new project. Man you've got guts, I was just imagining how much money you have just saved by doing this all by yourself.
Keep the video coming love the content
I've always heard of the terrible reliability of anything "Rover", but now that I've watched a lot of Waldo's videos I will never purchase one of these vehicles. Thank you for your videos and great job! Keep it up!
You’ve convinced me to never buy a Range Rover.
It's probably for the best. Also: more Range Rovers for me 😏
Waldo, you are amazing! I really enjoy watching your content. No BS, just quality content and a little bit of entertainment! :) Keep up the great work!
I am an old school engine guy. As a young man I built hot rods that pushed over 800 HP and ran the cars at Pomona Dragstrip in Pomona, CA. I was heartbroken to see Waldo Fold on the rebuild when he was at the teardown point. I'm far to old school not to go the distance when you are that deep in a teardown and inspection. The why is simple, like Field of Dreams but mechanically you build it and "It Will Kickass" in the final tale of the tape "To Me" like I was taught by a Top Fuel Dragster Engine Builder go all the way and relish in your achievement. You have bragging rights and at minimum 100k to enjoy. At some point you have a choice to make because the RR will overall mechanically degrade quickly over time. So you find the right buyer (A Lover of RR trucks) and make a deal. My Father was practically a mechanical genius he and Smitty the 70's Racing Engine Master Pro were my guiding mentor and formed my love of Racing and engine building. I I have incredible faith that come my time. I will join them on the engine rebuilding team at the Pomona drag strip in heaven and at that point hopefully we're working on John Force's funny car. 😍😍😍