2018 Audi S5 top of piston damaged. Let’s not just fix it but let’s make sure we understand what caused it to avoid a repeat
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@mjmcomputers7 күн бұрын
The fact that the dealer recommended your shop shows how well known your quality of work is.
@CoachJay72125 күн бұрын
Dave is great but no dealer repairs lower engine failures. We just replace it.
@labourlawact78264 күн бұрын
Even the dealer knows it's crap, that's why they won't work on the engine🤣🤣🤣
@CoachJay72124 күн бұрын
@@labourlawact7826 dealer a don’t have the machinery like Dave does.
@nickdelillo30602 күн бұрын
@@CoachJay7212Audi will replace pistons and some bottom end. Depending on engine and failure.
@bryceg5709Күн бұрын
@@nickdelillo3060yes on a new car but that's a 5 6 year old car.
@alexcollins27878 күн бұрын
I'm always a little bummed out when we don't get to watch you guys fix the engine. Hopefully you'll do a follow up episode and show us how it goes.
@DavesAutoCenterCenterville8 күн бұрын
Appreciate the feedback! We are listening👍
@davidbeutler76657 күн бұрын
Exactly
@SonsOfJupiter7 күн бұрын
I get that but I appreciate a slow burn to be honest. I like coming back throughout the week and thinking "oh yeah! Dave was wondering if that used engine would be salvageable". It builds up a suspense that becomes a good payoff - especially because these guys ALWAYS seem to deliver even on some real basket cases.
@chillznax7 күн бұрын
Agreed, I want to see the whole story and I guarantee others do. End the video with “follow to see what we do with this motor” or something. People will absolutely follow if there’s more. If it’s a one and done, they might be done.
@ericnewton57207 күн бұрын
I’d love to see the fixin.
@eastcoastautobahn24797 күн бұрын
Dave is teaching more than mechanics… he demonstrates excellent management. He takes genuine responsibility for each employee, he uplifts them and provides opportunities for learning.
@Lexidezi2255 күн бұрын
Hopefully he’s paying his techs more than $26 an hour and not ripping them off cuz he is probably charging close to $200 an hour
@Plumbtired4 күн бұрын
@@Lexidezi225 Most shops like this pay the techs commission by the Job. Usually 18%-20% of the job total.
@Lexidezi2254 күн бұрын
@@Plumbtired I’ve never seen that anywhere. It’s either flat rate by the hour or just by the hour. I get salary where I’m at but I’ve never seen 20% of the job lol
@Plumbtired4 күн бұрын
@@Lexidezi225 My bad. That should have said commission OR by the job. Here in the Atlanta area most get paid by the job. Some shops pay commission if the tech brings the work in to the business. Either way they get paid a decent wage here. Well until the recent economy.
@gunztommiegunz2 күн бұрын
@@Lexidezi225 21 years ago I was getting paid 18% commission and all work I did they’re not lying to you. I live by Chicago Illinois.
@staieraphael84035 күн бұрын
2:15 “there are no dumb questions. There are people who don’t ask questions that stay dumb..” what a bar
@nickpappas41337 күн бұрын
I’m a retired Audi tech, when there is a missfire on a cylinder the ECU will hide that cylinder meaning it stops spark and fuel flow to that cylinder. And I’m pretty sure Audi does not recommend boring cylinder walls. Check to see if the car is tuned as that most likely is the cause. Have fun with the timing chains ( something I don’t miss)
@tomn.15687 күн бұрын
It's a Nikasil-like block too. Can't bore and hone that or it won't last. But those cylinder walls did not look that bad yet. Let's wait and see 😊
@goddesseddog7 күн бұрын
@@tomn.1568 no, it's iron coating. the germans stopped using alusil a long time ago. audi never used nikasil
@richierich97617 күн бұрын
Yes these engines will deactivate the cylinder so the cat should be fine . I wonder if the car has been remapped and/or run on the incorrect grade of fuel
@labourlawact78267 күн бұрын
@@richierich9761I'm so glad to hear the kitty's going to be fine😊❤️🐈
@PuerRidcully7 күн бұрын
@@tomn.1568 You can probably put a sleeve in there. But boring won't work. Under the coating the block is too soft.
@audikid898 күн бұрын
If you never say, “I don’t know” you never find out!
@f-j-Services8 күн бұрын
I don't know what I am doing but I am doing it! lol
@xtaytoex4 күн бұрын
This is also true if you never F around.
@deliman72032 күн бұрын
You may think 'Dave' is teaching you how to fix cars... reality is he's making you aware how to fix your life. Briliant stuff.
@PseudonymAliase19 сағат бұрын
yeah figure out what vehicle has the most problems...and then by a toyota.
@abertugoabertugo728418 сағат бұрын
Dave is teaching you not to abuse your car because its not worth to repair. If your car has problems then junk it and buy new!
@Creations-hj2kq8 күн бұрын
Low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI) is a phenomenon that can severely damage direct-injection turbocharged engines. It occurs when the air-fuel mixture in the combustion chamber ignites prematurely, before the spark plug fires, at low engine speeds and high loads. Here’s how LSPI can damage your engine: 1. Sudden and Uncontrolled Combustion In LSPI, the air-fuel mixture ignites spontaneously and uncontrolled, leading to a very rapid rise in cylinder pressure. This sudden pressure spike is much higher than what the engine components are designed to handle. 2. Engine Knocking LSPI is a form of engine knock, but it's more violent and unpredictable than typical knocking. The intense knocking can cause immediate and severe damage to engine components. 3. Piston Damage The rapid pressure increase can crack or break the pistons. The force can also cause the piston rings to break, which can lead to loss of compression and increased oil consumption. 4. Connecting Rod Damage The connecting rods, which transfer the force from the pistons to the crankshaft, can bend or break due to the extreme pressure spikes. This can lead to catastrophic engine failure. 5. Cylinder Wall Scuffing The high pressure and temperature can cause the pistons to expand more than normal, leading to increased friction against the cylinder walls. This can result in scuffing or scoring of the cylinder walls, which deteriorates the engine’s performance and longevity. 6. Spark Plug Damage The premature ignition can damage the spark plugs, causing them to wear out faster or even break. This can lead to misfires and further engine performance issues. 7. Bearing Wear The excessive forces from LSPI can cause accelerated wear of the engine bearings. This includes both the main bearings and rod bearings, which are critical for the smooth operation of the crankshaft and connecting rods. 8. Increased Emissions and Fuel Consumption LSPI can lead to incomplete combustion, which increases unburnt hydrocarbons and particulate emissions. This not only harms the environment but also reduces fuel efficiency. Prevention and Mitigation To mitigate LSPI, manufacturers and drivers can take several steps: Engine Oil: Use engine oils formulated specifically to reduce LSPI. These oils contain additives that help prevent the conditions leading to LSPI. Fuel Quality: Use high-quality fuels that are less likely to pre-ignite. Driving Habits: Avoid lugging the engine (running at low speeds with high load). Downshift to keep the engine in a more appropriate power band. Engine Tuning: Manufacturers are improving engine control strategies and hardware to minimize the risk of LSPI. By understanding and mitigating the risks of LSPI, drivers can protect their direct-injection turbo engines from severe damage and ensure their longevity and reliability.
@Hellcat717828 күн бұрын
Grew t comment! Can this happen on supercharged motors too?
@stiggy604267 күн бұрын
Use good oil and fuel!
@jeffsmith21447 күн бұрын
Now you've covered everything for a 'told you so' 😅😅
@rokan817 күн бұрын
⬆️This guy knows
@MrPnew17 күн бұрын
@@Hellcat71782 of course. This is being caused by the fact that it's a direct injection engine, not the fact that it's boosted. By either super or turbocharging
@crabglen7 күн бұрын
“There are people who don’t ask questions, who stay dumb.” lol So true! Dave is such a great mentor.
@jrcll78568 күн бұрын
love when he calls and talks to the customer directly..... plus give a nod to the dealership for recommending Daves shop ,
@minnesotatomcat8 күн бұрын
While stationed in Germany my buddy bought a brand new Audi a4, always took impeccable care of it and did all the routine maintenance……still had nothing but problems with it, right from day one until 10 years down the road when he finally got sick of spending money on it and sold it.
@nicolasrulli7 күн бұрын
All due respect. That friend of yours should’ve sold it right before warranty ended. 10 years paying for issues? Kinda hard to blame anyone but yourself 🤣
@minnesotatomcat7 күн бұрын
@@nicolasrulli it may have even been longer than 10 years, it still looked like new when he sold it as he always took great care of it. I told him to get rid of it too but it was the first new car he’d ever bought and I can see why he kept holding onto the dream of it being a good car but it just wasn’t. I think a lot of the problems were covered under warranty as it started giving problems right off the bat, but there aren’t many Audi dealers around here so any time something happened it was another long trip to drop it off and then go get it again. I remember the clutch going out on it once but not wearing out from use , the springs were breaking or something. Good looking car but I’d never touch one after seeing what he went through.
@nicolasrulli7 күн бұрын
@@minnesotatomcat that’s fair. Nowadays we all know to buy from a nearby dealer considering all of the new tech on engines every year. Keep for a couple years and sell at warranty expiration. The price of depreciation is probably cheaper than keeping some cars after warranty is up
@Lifeisbutam3m37 күн бұрын
I have a 2016 S3 that's tuned APR stage 1, with 195,000 mi on it, still purring like a kitten.
@robinator5037 күн бұрын
I love/hate my Q7. Just my long trip highway car. That's where it shines! 😮
@JetstarMann54 минут бұрын
Dave isn't just a business owner he's a coach and a mentor! What a great example of how to train and uplift employees. I am definitely subscribing and liking this!
@Slugg-O8 күн бұрын
Dave is a fantastic leader. This young tech is still new to the shop but I guarantee he appreciates the trust, openness, and help Dave is offering.
@anthonyhengst29088 күн бұрын
You're one of the top 3 educators out there Dave I'm not a mechanic but still I learn a lot from you. You made me look up direct injection detonation.
@jakob314487 күн бұрын
As someone who is currently doing an apprenticeship and absolutely wants to learn how to do thigns properly and by the book. I would absolutely love working for Dave. He teaches the importance of accurate diagnostics. Unfortunately the guys I work with love to load up the parts cannon, and take wild guesses at everything. I don’t know any better than they do though so it’s very difficult to learn the way I want to learn when my mentors don’t think that way. So Dave’s videos are a great help
@puremayhemFTW7 күн бұрын
If everyone is just throwing shit until it sticks where u are at find a different place to work. That’s the worst way to be learn or be taught.
@Joe-hu7di7 күн бұрын
Elevator mechanic here. Elevators are so much electronics now compared to when I got in the trade 40+ years ago. Being able to diagnose a problem will separate the goats from the sheep. Reduce your frustrations also.
@gnomiefirst92017 күн бұрын
@jakob31448 Watch Pine Hollow Auto Diagnostics, ScannerDanner. Best mentors around. You can't get great mentors (for the most part) at trade schools because the schools don't pay enough to attract the great ones. Spend your time learning and working for yourself instead of wasting it with commuting to classes. Most of the students in the classroom will never be professional because they are just killing time. Good luck
@chriscejka37683 күн бұрын
Learn from the best for life-long lessons!
@arnoldsossou30342 күн бұрын
Find some who will teach you how to properly perform diagnostics. Your wallet will thank you later.
@pauljandourek32608 күн бұрын
Dave you’re a good educator. Always remind people it’s not a waist of money to dump your oil a little sooner than normal and transmissions ATF also. Don’t be afraid to replace that 12 volt battery at the first sign of weakness or failure. It’s easier on the whole charging, starting, and computer system. Don’t try to go for the longevity award, spend a little money on prevent to save dollars in the long run.
@waterzap997 күн бұрын
Yet to see a tear down video where engine failed because someone changed the oil too frequently.
@peanuts21057 күн бұрын
I love the fact that Dave offered to buy his young lad employee lunch while he studies. It’s little gestures like that go a loooong way in my book
@reinouddelporte9112 күн бұрын
I like Dave's approach to the mechanics. I work in a large workshop of a big manufacturer. We have some of the best mechanics in our field. None of them know everything and we keep asking each other information all the time. That's how you get better. Keep it up Dave.
@thetypicalhomeowner600611 сағат бұрын
Love that you not only show the incredible techniques and processes of fixing and building motors but also the fantastic management and people skills that also go into running a successful business. A lot of shops (and businesses in general) should take notes from you Dave!
@carlbernard41978 сағат бұрын
Let's take it a step farther and make these setting a system requirement for shop licensing 😊😊
@gavinchilunlam24764 күн бұрын
Dave is not only teaching us about how to take care of your engine, but he's also sharing how to take care of yourself, your mind and your business. Great guy❤
@stavroslask12928 күн бұрын
Honesty in business pays you 20 fold in the future. I’ve learned that and am an example of it as a small business owner…. But remember honesty is NOT all, it’s the hardwork 10 hours a day 6-7 days a week until you reach the top and then you can slow down a bit after you Tom Bradied your craft (meaning you are the GOAT)
@haroldwdorman96448 күн бұрын
To Dave at Dave's motors I am very Glad that you are a straight arrow shooter with people and that's why the Audi dealership recommended you to that young man
@Dubsteppah4 сағат бұрын
I wish I lived near you, I would never take my vehicles anywhere else. You're about the best mechanic I've seen
@hugostiglitz472 күн бұрын
I had an audi a6 when I was a youngster and I still consider it the worst car mistake of my life
@TheGrumpySkipper7 күн бұрын
My son had an A5 coupe. We couldn’t get rid of it fast enough He has a Honda Fit now Couldn’t be happier
@Japplesnap4 күн бұрын
Did you get him a rainbow T-shirt to go with his new car?
@sasazapadnik93354 күн бұрын
@@Japplesnap Hahaha
@user-wi4ci2jo4u3 күн бұрын
Don't get a car you don't know how to take care of. Clown
@australiamak24883 күн бұрын
@@Japplesnap😂😂😂😂
@doriangray20203 күн бұрын
@@Japplesnapsavage. All of a sudden that Honda fit ain’t looking so good.
@briancarmichael16687 күн бұрын
You were absolutely right Dave when you said, if I tell you the answer you won’t learn. If you research it and figure it out yourself, you will remember it forever. I’m a master electrician and have taught many apprentice’s the same lesson.
@lothar528 күн бұрын
OooOoOh we definitely need a part 2 taking a look at this motor 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 🙏🏻
@DavesAutoCenterCenterville8 күн бұрын
We will see what we can do👍
@Mastiique8 күн бұрын
You know you have reached the top when dealers are recommanding you lol
@CraftySasquatch8 күн бұрын
I have a theory that the only thing keeping dealerships repair centers open are the liberals that are completely clueless about the world around them. Only thing they know is what their indoctrination school taught them and the lying legacy media tells them. Dealerships prey on those types and I would be willing to bet they knew that cylinder was toast when they sold him that car.
@jakecalvert35348 күн бұрын
just working on my own truck, i’ve started to do the things i’ve learned on this channel, can’t thank you enough dave!!
@williamfied95008 күн бұрын
Great to hear. It’s a rabbit hole of saving money and then wasting it on the truck anyway 😂
@DavesAutoCenterCenterville8 күн бұрын
Great to hear!
@coolruehle8 күн бұрын
Dave is such a great boss, teacher, and leader. This is how you do it (with Alejandro)
@leol92813 күн бұрын
I could listen to this guy all day... He knows his stuff and takes care of his customers. Need more quality shops and leaders like this.
@Javelin3o48 күн бұрын
this channel would be soo much better if they showed them doing the repairs.
@schism66008 күн бұрын
I absolutely love this channel! and I watch your videos everyday. I have learned soo much because of you guys but the best part is your ethics and values. Your shop and team are the best in the business!! Thank you .
@DavesAutoCenterCenterville8 күн бұрын
Awesome! Thank you!
@davewallace90488 күн бұрын
I like it that he has the Amsoil sticker on his box. He knows great oil.
@chrisroberts50996 күн бұрын
Amsoil is trash.
@Lexusislife21 сағат бұрын
@@chrisroberts5099you clearly don’t know anything about oils
@Nitrox4me5 күн бұрын
Honest, knowledgable, and forthright is how I ran my successful foreign auto business as well. I love how he teaches the young techs. Hats off to Dave and his employees!
@TheGrumpySkipper7 күн бұрын
Facilitating learning rather than telling Absolutely fantastic
@robinator5037 күн бұрын
A real apprenticeship. Beautiful
@redlywaxer4 күн бұрын
Thank you for showing us how to run a shop and business and how to treat customers and employess. Mad respect to you all! Really enjoy all your videos and shorts! Full time auto tech in S. Carolina here
@senco9818 күн бұрын
Injector got stuck open. Customer ignores warning and continue to drive a car; gasoline is washing cylinder out. Lack of lubrication caused ring/piston failure. Do not ever drive VAG cars if you have yellow light flashing warning!
@5thgearratchet8 күн бұрын
I was thinking that, or plug wasn't firing.
@audioamateur7 күн бұрын
100%
@aygwm7 күн бұрын
I’m not sure if the car would pick up an injector failure?
@5thgearratchet7 күн бұрын
@aygwm it would detect the misfire/detonation/knock/pre-igniton. It would pick up incorrect AFR and throw a code as well. Any flashing MIL or CEL means immediately turn off vehicle. That's immanent danger to the fuel system/piston/valves/cat/O2s (sinuses/brain cells (running rich).) In a nutshell - it means stop.
@senco9817 күн бұрын
@@5thgearratchet If plug wasn't firing, ECM would shut off related injector. Any detected misfire, in Audi vehicles, will be followed by shutting down Injector and Ignition Coil. Unfortunately, stuck open injector is not correctable.
@VineV-Dutch8 күн бұрын
Pay attention to "super knocking", LSPI. Detonation due to Low Speed Pre-ignition. It can happen at traffic stop races, (test driving/showing off a car) and it's a car that was at a dealership. Doing test drives... We have had it with 1 Porsche on the track. The engineer ran hot due to clogged radiator, particuls/little drops fuel started to burn to early in the cylinder. All can happen with DI engines.
@joe12738 күн бұрын
Lspi is caused by pcv oil vapors being burned. There is a whole ase stud and new oil formulation standards
@AtanasDimitrov954RR8 күн бұрын
You are the best boss/ shop owner in the world. I wish all are like you
@DavesAutoCenterCenterville8 күн бұрын
Wow, thanks
@Arthurknight.46 күн бұрын
Wow what a great TEACHER! EXCELLENT JOB DAVE!
@asterner24896 күн бұрын
Guy says he's learned to deal with punches. I feel buying any VW/Audi product warrants that resilience. They have some beautiful vehicles but they're not known for reliability. Great work Dave and your crew as well. Keep up the great service and content!
@udhirhunsraj96638 күн бұрын
Hi Dave, greetings from South Africa, i run a shop here and we see alot of piston failures on Audi engines once tuned with incorrect parameters, all the best to you and your team, godbless.
@DavesAutoCenterCenterville8 күн бұрын
Appreciate you watching from South Africa. Best to you and your shop.
@bobyjane12348 күн бұрын
Love S5! Keep the videos coming on this one please!
@fandfmotorsinc95997 күн бұрын
Conditions, Cause, Correction and Confirm !!!!!👍 I’m own a small shop in the Boston area and that statement is part of my everyday working process and I see results since I’m learn this thanks to the video explaining by you. This help me to explain better to my customer the problem with the vehicle and I’m notice owner feel more confident in get the repair approved. Thanks great job. (I’m see we use the same parts supplier Workdpac , working with this company for many years as a primary supplier, excellent parts)
@Cchrishere4 күн бұрын
Dave’s delight, options of opportunity and opposition.
@firstname54188 күн бұрын
Definitely interested in seeing the rebuild on this one
@myz06rocks8 күн бұрын
pro-tip = whilst Audi do make physically nice cars with some great overall qualities, I managed to save for retirement by never owning another one after i sold the 3 i had. This engine will also most likely require lifters and rockers at a minimum.
@Travis81268 күн бұрын
Fun to drive but no reliability... only lease one, turn the keys in and walk away.
@whizzo947 күн бұрын
And timing chains.
@Maree_Customs6 күн бұрын
Alejandro, you're going to grow up and become an amazing mechanic. I love everything about Dave's Auto Shop.
@paulg6876 күн бұрын
Love this guy. People who don't ask questions, stay dumb. Life lesson right there folks. Learnt that one the hard way.
@caseyb24107 күн бұрын
Hey Dave you're right with not just giving an answer. I was a Honda master tech shop foreman, worked for Carmax bla bla for 42 years. The kids just want an answer and do not want to work their way through a problem and diagnose it by themselves. That is what makes a good tech. I hate to say it but good luck finding guys that want to put up with the grief of this profession. I would also say that I have worked with a lot of techs, some are naturals and get it and there are the others. YOU GET IT!! Love your channel. Casey.....
@DavesAutoCenterCenterville7 күн бұрын
Thanks Casey 👍
@dudeeebackout62798 күн бұрын
Dave is the man!
@101Grunt5 күн бұрын
I applaud your level of communication with customers!
@boxjohhny5602Күн бұрын
Your shorts are amazing: To the point. I don’t want to study over my lunch.
@andrewlindsay50758 күн бұрын
Need to use the olive oil for that bill
@eppyz8 күн бұрын
Hope there will be follow up videos on this....poor Audi😭
@azdragoon72Күн бұрын
If this is real and not scripted, you are one hell of a boss and leader!!!
@ginobragoli14488 күн бұрын
Looking forward to seeing the next installment and finding out what's happening with this engine. 👍
@thatdave868 күн бұрын
Hi Dave,Car Wizard channel talks about all these nice cars and how expensive it becomes to repair,not only the primary issue but the journey getting to it ,and he highlights the problem engines that these high marquee brands use that are just problematic . Lets' hope that you can repair this motor with minimal expense and parts. I think anyone wanting to own a second hand brand must get them D lot checked and make sure that they have a service record
@DavesAutoCenterCenterville8 күн бұрын
Great point!
@euromotive66397 күн бұрын
Please Keep us Updated!! Great Vid!!!
@leofelix50157 күн бұрын
Dave we need a foloow up on this audi.. think it will be a good learning lesson for those of us that love those cars tnx dave
@AUDIDOIT6 күн бұрын
The situation was dealt with so well. Look forward to seeing the next steps. 👍
@TheGuccibane8 күн бұрын
Ah yes, the modern Audis... Which some of them mysteriously consume oil when new from factory and Audi has a chart that says 1-2 quart lost per oil change is within spec 🤦♂🤦♂🤦♂🤦♂🤦♂
@AsurasWrath1648 күн бұрын
You're talking about the EA 888 motor. This pile of garbage was able to consume 2 litres of oil on 1000km which is insane. And volkswagen had the audacity to say this was tolerable.
@martinmoffitt47028 күн бұрын
Beautiful nightmares!
@user-ym6nq7hf3v8 күн бұрын
Almost all brands say it's only excessive if it consumes a quart or more per thousand miles on fresh oil. I have worked for Acura, Kia, Honda, Audi, and g.m. and that is the standard with all of them.
@steeleluedtke3988 күн бұрын
Literally all modern engines do that. It is the low friction clearances for the rings and many other reasons that the manufacturer didn't get to choose.
@briantii8 күн бұрын
@@AsurasWrath164Yes the older EA888s were terrible about that once the got to 75k miles or so and the oil control rings and drain back holes became carbon fouled. They redesigned them and the newer ones don’t tend to do that. Unlike Hyundai they actually have a legit fix for the flaw, albeit expensive.
@philipmilsom95448 күн бұрын
looking forward to seeing the outcome of this job. Like the Lamborghini and the Indian!
@nickregnier119 сағат бұрын
Amazing with great precision and power! Love the Kata. I get to appreciate your work even more as, despite training Iwama Aikido, i have also been doing Shotokan Karate aside weekly and it has been helping my Aikido tremendously!
@jrjames9106Күн бұрын
Nice to see there's honest shops / people left these days 👍 always looking forward to the videos to better educate myself even more
@allseasonmaintenance9088 күн бұрын
First mistake buying a Audi s5 with almost 80k miles
@albiemccarthy59558 күн бұрын
Bing 😮👍, it’s off the lot, then got screwed,😢
@twobuck40938 күн бұрын
Yep. Only worth buying them after a 2 year lease and sell @ 80k
@jeffsmith21447 күн бұрын
Probably been thrashed by the dealership sales rep 😂😂
@cptdisi55407 күн бұрын
send those 80k mile Audis my way!
@arkeyfix7867 күн бұрын
nah first mistake was buying a 2018 there very defective
@twescher8 күн бұрын
Mr Hand is a good mechanic!
@martinruiz1418 күн бұрын
Definitely a better mechanic than Spicoli’s old man who’s a television repair man with a bitchin set of tools.
@twescher8 күн бұрын
😂
@jockosboy177 күн бұрын
We want to see the end results as well!! Thanks for posting.
@Michael-lz3bk2 күн бұрын
I like how you explained everything to the guy and what you were going to do and his options that means a lot when you actually act like you car because most of the mechanics I’ve dealt with acted like I was a dumb ass and could give a shit less
@perplxxd8 күн бұрын
i'm gonna go to a local technology center to learn to become a mechanic starting in august and i enjoy watching this channel because it gives me a slight idea as to what it's like to work at an autoshop. Dave seems like a super awesome boss, hopefully i work under someone like him eventually lol edit: i definetly want to see more about this motor, only 75k miles and it's already in such bad condition really makes me wonder what caused all this.
@DavesAutoCenterCenterville8 күн бұрын
Cheering you on in your career!
@danielmetts29537 күн бұрын
And now we will never know what happened
@AnthonyKendrick-pn2bc8 күн бұрын
Dave, be honest, how many customers have walked away peed off because they wanted the job done RIGHT NOW, and you stuck to your guns and said nope it's getting done right or none at all. PS, I'm a master tech with 40 years under my belt, I know and I'm still learning from you. Absolutely love the detail you give each engine and how you mentor the future gens. 👍
@DavesAutoCenterCenterville8 күн бұрын
Good to have your experience on our channel, thank you for watching. Yes, time is often an obstacle 👍
@Roger-fv9pw6 күн бұрын
The thing is the dealer don't know, or don't care until the price is right.. we have their attention.. your a nice guy Sr..good luck.
@elijamaal798 күн бұрын
What are you guys doing with the 1979 f150?
@munozinni8 күн бұрын
Hola 👋 señor Dave that’s a shame on Audi vehicles… breaking at 70k miles that’s total BS ,so all the showing off of a indestructible car from the movie “the Transporter “👀😳it’s just a big fat lie 😠😡what is happening with the car industry I know there is wear and tear but if I want a GM vehicle they are faulty and break right before the 100k miles,that’s why I appreciate channels like Yours where you expose the truth keep up the great work!!!Saludos!!!👋😃👋
@philbrutsche89288 күн бұрын
You can blame Audi all you want, but the real problem is probably 2-fold: carbon buildup on the intake valves and low quality gas. These things are going to want premium fuel at all times. Don't cheap out on the gas on these things! No one warns car owners about the carbon issues with DI engines, and everyone I try to tell looks at me like I have 4 heads
@munozinni8 күн бұрын
@@philbrutsche8928 You are right that is another issue and also is the lack of maintenance we don’t own fancy cars but we take care of them the best possible to avoid high repair costs…but definitely car makers are cheating in some ways…I’m not a mechanic or expert in this subject but we work from check to check every week and we need to stay away from cars that are always breaking
@thomasdragosr.8418 күн бұрын
@@philbrutsche8928 It sounds like this guy bought the car used, it may have been hosed up by the previous owner.
@thomasdragosr.8418 күн бұрын
In 1971 I bought a new BMW 2002. I used to take it to a German guy who worked on BMW, Mercedes, Volvo, and AUDI among others. He told me back then that AUDI was the crappiest of all the German cars.
@eppyz8 күн бұрын
Most likely this Audi mechanically wasn't well taken care of. Cheap Gas and lack of oil changes is my guess. Could be tuned as well. So no shame on Audi at all... This was all preventable.
@florianradu21352 күн бұрын
I love this guy!! The knowledge that he has...mindblowing🎉🎉🎉I hope Alejandro appreciates you sir...and the chance that he's got!!
@darrylcavanaugh94657 күн бұрын
Amazing that we get to see behind the curtain of a shop that does it right. Love this channel…. I only wish every independent had this level of ability and integrity. Sadly, this shop is more an exception, than a (soft) rule. Do your research, people. It’s the best money you’ll spend.
@Sixpointtwoliter8 күн бұрын
Is the issue with DI being that you build up carbon in the valve seats? Otherwise I'd assume it has to do with running lean
@jackhofalot67058 күн бұрын
VW engines are known for chronic build up that you need cleaned out quite often.. Could have led to injector failure, causing a lean burn situation due to the lack of fuel in the combustion chamber.
@VineV-Dutch8 күн бұрын
In Europe: making a student think is seen as work time, not as a pause/pauze (whatever spelling you prefer). Wouldn't it be better to give his brain a rest, in a new writing environment with tons on information bombarded to his mind, and let him focus and think WITH you for about 15 minutes? Then, when he starts thinking in the wrong direction you can push him back on the right track.
@simonbailey21518 күн бұрын
I think Dave might have realised that, hence the offer to buy the lad lunch.
@Dixon_Yamada18 күн бұрын
I second that 👍🏽 Pending the "pupil" has enough knowledge to actually comprehend what the teacher is explaining. 🤙🏽
@brendannellis28 күн бұрын
In America: Professors and the general public don't believe breaks are beneficial to learning :/
@bat59178 күн бұрын
In America we work hard, take our lessons, and get better or get out of the way. Our jobs are not adult day care, but the opportunity is there to experience and grow if one is willing.
@theundergroundlairofthesqu92617 күн бұрын
@@brendannellis2 GET TO WORK, YOU!
@zachcerulli98917 күн бұрын
Really enjoy the content, just stumbled upon a few days back been hooked watching then this video pops up, I have an S5 , awesome video been learning lots , thanks!!!
@davidbeutler76657 күн бұрын
Can’t wait to see the breakdown and cause!
@kolinreichstein33998 күн бұрын
watching Dave skate around answering the question was priceless...Its OK Dave, just say you don't know either
@Davidsmithisyourdad8 күн бұрын
Spoken like someone that doesn't have a clue
@Slugg-O8 күн бұрын
@@Davidsmithisyourdad Yep. And spoken like someone with more ego than experience
@user-jd5sj8jx7r7 күн бұрын
He knew it was LSPI. Those of us with DI engines pay attention to guys like Dave so that we do NOT experience LSPI firsthand.
@1jbunceiii8 күн бұрын
You're freaking him out!! He froze!!! But you are buying him lunch...so that's good!!
@karlschauff79897 күн бұрын
He did zero research before buying an Audi with 80k miles on it. HUGE mistake.
@futureshock74252 күн бұрын
@@karlschauff7989lol seriously
@emb6472 күн бұрын
Ive had my B8 S4 for almost 10 years now with zero issues. The most favorite car ive ever owned.
@helimech08 күн бұрын
I have said it many times. Be honest with a customer, and even if the news is not good, they will appreciate it, and you will generate good will.
@GSPirosaki5 күн бұрын
Why do people still buy used Audis?
@KevinAlexMass4 күн бұрын
Because they are fun to drive
@Zeusssssssss3 күн бұрын
I bought one and love it still after adding 200k miles and with no issues.
@UhOhUmm3 күн бұрын
Says someone who hasn't driven one.
@TheCompyshop3 күн бұрын
Just because this one broke doesn’t mean they all break. They are actually fantastic cars
@johnblaze62693 күн бұрын
I drove a 2015 q5 up to 137k other then the fuel pump nothing on that car went out.
@dn0598 күн бұрын
The first red flag when you buy an Audi is the Audi branding written on it 😂
@quentinsimon58167 күн бұрын
Dave i your show all the time , I think you are the best in the business , good job dave and crew 👍 fr Toronto Canada
@OmarGarciaElDeLa_O6 күн бұрын
Wow, I learned so much just from listening to Dave. Thanks 🙏… 🇵🇷
@Shaggydude27 күн бұрын
Rule, #1 never buy a German car with more than 50k on it, unless it has a dealership extended warranty. Rule #2, just don't buy a german car, period
@iCANT_BELIEVE_YOU_SAID_THAT5 күн бұрын
Agreed. But you have to admit, German cars look beautiful.
@427bullis5 күн бұрын
Some truth there
@dc27243 күн бұрын
Don’t buy a German car unless you can ACTUALLY afford a German car
@21AirDrop2 күн бұрын
Lol. I agree with your first point.
@Chillaxin18442 күн бұрын
30k is a new Toyota
@TrollHunterxXx8 күн бұрын
Sell the thing and buy a Toyota
@robertgeist28738 күн бұрын
I agree!
@chrisvig1238 күн бұрын
Audi/VW 🤢
@jimr5498 күн бұрын
Yeah where they have a motor recall underway.😂😂
@user-cw3xe5hj7f8 күн бұрын
@@jimr549true but that’s part of a new generation of Toyota under a different ceo. Anything prior to 2022 tundra are bullet proof. Audi, bmw, Benz and VW have sucked for decades
@ciabatta75388 күн бұрын
Funny , a family friend who is a mechanic, adamantly said the same thing to me a month ago while I was changing OFHG on my 440i 😅.
@user-dx2gj6jh7i6 күн бұрын
Dave is a solid teacher.
@puregsr6 күн бұрын
I'm a doctor and the way you teach that young tech, I got medical medicine morning round flashback.
@thebomb42318 күн бұрын
It’d better be a paid lunch break if the boss is making me study on it.
@captaintoyota31718 күн бұрын
Should be, but in reality as a tech you HAVE to study on ur time to be best texh possible. Its just impossible to keep up and work with moving tech. U dont HAVE too but if u want to take any pride in your job you should. Preparedness + opportunity =success
@C.O.SBurpees8 күн бұрын
Lol nah that's for your own benefit
@bigdaddymak14398 күн бұрын
Information and knowledge is way more important than money
@coryreedy27528 күн бұрын
I understand the sentiment, but also, the benefit of having a TRUE professional master teacher like Dave is far and away more valuable than getting paid for an hour lunch break. The knowledge Alejandro will gain from Dave will make him tens of thousands of more dollars in his lifetime than worrying about a $50 lunch. Thats the way I look at it.
@WilfredZweverink8 күн бұрын
It's called investing in yourself..
@user-rc4qh3lp7h8 күн бұрын
Owning an Audi, BMW or Mercedes these days is like the financial equivalent of the sword of Damocles hanging over your head.
@twobuck40938 күн бұрын
Practically any domestic car too.
@sn95_mustang_garage8 күн бұрын
More videos! I can watch this every day.
@MrSuupar7 күн бұрын
It would be really amazing if you could start to do more follow ups on these videos. I often wish I could see you actually finding the problem and then showing us how you fix it in the shop
@joshuareisbord7 күн бұрын
The EA839 engine (which this S5 has) has a known problem with pistons cracking and rocker arm failure. Rocker arms were updated in the latter half of the 2019 model year with larger needle bearings. If the engine can be rebuilt (which I don’t think these AluSil blocks can be) then the rockers should be updated if they are the old version.