How to Replace MINI Cooper Cylinder Head/Gasket 2002-2006 R53 Part 1

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8 жыл бұрын

Step by step replacement of head gasket (& remove/install camshaft) on a 1st Gen MINI Cooper S. Get the parts and tools here:
Head gasket: amzn.to/1jimU3Q
Bolt set: amzn.to/1jimUkm
Valve cover gasket: amzn.to/1Lp0qbO
Chain tensioner: amzn.to/1jimWbX
Thermostat & gasket: amzn.to/1jimXgf
Intake/exhaust manifold gaskets are reusable.
Bolt extractor set: amzn.to/1R5iMP4
Timing chain special tool: amzn.to/1jin6QQ
3/8 wobble extension: amzn.to/1PnCMyd
1/4 deep drive socket set incl. 8mm: amzn.to/1ZqyIBv
1/4 wobble extension: amzn.to/1Lp0Hvi
Hose clamp pliers: amzn.to/1jinaQv
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Process will be similar on a naturally aspirated MINI Cooper - just little different for intake manifold and airbox.
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@ModMINI 5 жыл бұрын

Step by step replacement of head gasket (& remove/install camshaft) on a 1st Gen MINI Cooper S. Get the parts and tools here: Head gasket: amzn.to/1jimU3Q Bolt set: amzn.to/1jimUkm Valve cover gasket: amzn.to/1Lp0qbO Chain tensioner: amzn.to/1jimWbX Thermostat & gasket: amzn.to/1jimXgf Intake/exhaust manifold gaskets are reusable. Bolt extractor set: amzn.to/1R5iMP4 Timing chain special tool: amzn.to/1jin6QQ 3/8 wobble extension: amzn.to/1PnCMyd 1/4 deep drive socket set incl. 8mm: amzn.to/1ZqyIBv 1/4 wobble extension: amzn.to/1Lp0Hvi Hose clamp pliers: amzn.to/1jinaQv Process will be similar on a naturally aspirated MINI Cooper - just little different for intake manifold and airbox. Want to show your support for MOD Mini? Virtual tip jar at www.fundly.com/mod-mini-tip-jar

@riceski 5 жыл бұрын

What would be a friendly price to do this job?

@VMCJR0NE 5 жыл бұрын

I have a 2006 mini cooper S I have replaced the automatic transmission fluid many times already and frustrated with the same siptom. Once the car is at the operating temperature for a while it starts to shift orrible, not smooth shifting and from 3rd to 4th at times it spins and does not shift until I let go of the gas , but when the car is cool at the beginning it works so smooth and works like new. Anyone knows what to do to correct the problem. I am very frustrated. Thank you. Email me at vmcuellar@hotmail.com

@hopeogle2041 4 жыл бұрын

Hi! I’m trying to get some of the parts for my dad for Christmas to fix his MINI. Will all of these parts need purchased to do this job? He’s got a 2003 with the same issue. Like for instance, you have bolts listed, so are the bolts he will remove not reusable? Thanks in advance!

@marxtr6 4 жыл бұрын

Hope Ogle every time you remove the head you should replace the bolts, they tend to stretch when torquing them down.

@brettashworth3499 Жыл бұрын

Mod mini, I have a 2005 Cooper S. Do I have to remove the rocker assemblies? It looks like I have access to the head bolts without removing the rocker assemblies.

@cspreach1963 2 ай бұрын

Thank the fucking high heavens for ModMini. This man has saved me THOUSANDS of dollars, inspired me to start working at a mechanic shop, and has turned me into practically a mini mechanic. Shout out to this man.

@ricoreyes6044 7 жыл бұрын

This is probably one of the best instructional videos I've ever watched. Perfect combination of to-the-point and details. Big thumbs up, thanks!

@murdock6450 3 жыл бұрын

new amount of respect for mechanics this guy is the man

@leesmith3701 Жыл бұрын

This literally walked me through a seamless head gasket repair. These videos are so great. Detail and timely.

@broderickweaver5236 2 ай бұрын

Did you get the head machined? I'm curious if it's required?

@gentlecarlosible 7 жыл бұрын

hi mod mini man. im all the way over in England and I've successfully changed my head gasket using your tutorial. the only words I have to say is when trying to pull the inlet manifold the bolts were fused to the studs and was impossible to slide back. I had to make a decision so pulled the head out with the inlet manifold attached. once I had the head on the bench the only way I could get the studs out was to wind 2 m8 nuts up the stud and lock them together and force them through all the crap. awesome tutorial and I couldn't have done it without you. TOP MAN

@SpikeBachman 8 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU!!! This is a very timely video! My '05 R53 overheated this weekend, and I anticipate needing to perform this repair. Thank you for sharing your experience!

@charredskeleton 8 жыл бұрын

You are VERY professional! Seriously I like your style. Clear, concise, and informative!

@damianchiddle1145 5 жыл бұрын

Your a legend. I have a r53 with a lot of problems which I now feel with your videos I can sort out and I’m a brick layer not really my game. Please keep up the good work. Thank you.

@bryantspeedcustoms9795 2 жыл бұрын

We just started taking on Mini Cooper work at the shop I own and this video brought a lot of clarity to what it takes to do these properly great video and great audio! Thanks

@ModMINI 2 жыл бұрын

Good to know. Hope you get a stream of work. Lots of people don't want to toss their MINI.

@bryantspeedcustoms9795 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah we just finished up the mini I was telling you about it was so fried had to have the valves done and the valve seals at the machine shop but luckily they were able to resurface it

@Chris-cj9jn 8 жыл бұрын

Excellent details as always Mod Mini. So cool to see how you get things done. Can't wait for part 2.

@rasheengrant 8 жыл бұрын

Great video as normal, very informative. As an current owner of 03 mini. Thank you.

@steviescott5379 Жыл бұрын

Watched a few of your videos now, your knowledge of mini's is amazing, just bought a r53 would love to do some work but it's having the various tools you have. Great watching. 👍

@bifftannin5332 7 жыл бұрын

Great! Very informative and helpful! One of the best videos for ANY mini enthusiast, keep up the awesome jobs!

@mr89firebird 6 жыл бұрын

Looking at getting an R52 MINI in a month or so. Great deal, just needs a new head gasket. Thanks so much for the video!

@jamesguider706 5 жыл бұрын

Hey im a new mini owner and mine has some serious issues but im willing to take the time to get it going. I just wanted to say thank you for the videos due to my girlfriend has sat down and watch all 9 parts you have uploaded and has a much better understanding of the car and the work i do for our cars. She has gotten more interested in helping and in the car itself. Thanks again.

@mmbop6457 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for such an instructional video. I did my very own cylinder head job off this video (and part 2). Your videos are so detailed and to the point and very easy to follow. You’ve made my mini ownership fun (even when the car is down).

@tygriff1217 2 жыл бұрын

I’ll be digging into mine this weekend thanks to these videos ! About how long did it take you?

@ChrisNieves 2 жыл бұрын

great video probably the best. I used your guide to replace my head. can get this done now in about 4 hours total. the hardest part for me is to get the exhaust manifold bolts aligned with the gasket. Great video.

@khoinguyen88 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much sir,now i can use as a template for my performance camshaft installation. Never worked with the internal engine and never wanted to try but this video gives me confidence. Thanks so mich

@Toms_Short_Movies 6 жыл бұрын

I was going to replace my leaking engine mount, chain tensioner and coil pack. Now it looks like a good time to do it all at once and put a fast cam in. Thanks for the advice!

@adwarrior 7 жыл бұрын

Great video, very helpful. One thing I did find is that if you remove the intercooler bracket and rubber gasket from the left hand supercharger horn you are then able to remove the intake manifold completely.

@MrRod121 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you for taking the time to video & walk us through the process, much appreciated.

@richyrock69 6 жыл бұрын

how can people down vote these videos, they are the best on KZfaq.

@macaw172 8 жыл бұрын

sneed speed race head install went flawless. thank you again.

@markwalker5984 4 жыл бұрын

This is brilliant, great tips and a really thorough, step by step approach. Thanks.

@josephvolk4420 8 жыл бұрын

You should produce all instructional videos. The best I have viewed!! Thank you for your time and knowledge.

@ModMINI 7 жыл бұрын

If I only had the time...

@DavidJohnson-sx1sm 4 жыл бұрын

@ModMINI Thankyou so much for your videos!! My first cylinder head job ever and thanks to you I was able to get it off all on my own and not having to pay anyone! Now at the machine shop to get valve job. Thankyou so much!! Will be ordering a hoodie to support the channel!

@loubob21 4 жыл бұрын

How much was the valve job? Thanks

@DavidJohnson-sx1sm 4 жыл бұрын

@@loubob21 It costed me 325 at the shop to have all 16 valves redone

@R2S1987 8 жыл бұрын

I don't have a R53 anymore, but love to watch these video's! They're so educational! (is that a word? haha) Keep on the good work!

@IamMagPie 8 жыл бұрын

Oh, joy of joys! Mod MINI has uploaded a new video.- That is one clean engine bay, by the way.

@ModMINI 8 жыл бұрын

+IamMagPie It wasn't until I cleaned it...

@IamMagPie 8 жыл бұрын

+Mod MINI Wow - nice job. I want to clean my engine, but I'm afraid of putting water in there. With all the electric cables, electronics and what not.

@ModMINI 8 жыл бұрын

+IamMagPie Everything is water resistant. Just make sure to run the motor until it is hot (dry) before parking. And don't use a pressure washer.

@KennyJohnson-uu7rf Жыл бұрын

I used these videos and another of yours to replace my cylinder 4 valves. Thank you for posting this, it was very helpful.

@minimanadam 3 жыл бұрын

Gonna be putting on my tpr2 head and ns1 cam this weekend so I'm steady studying these vids #1 goto video for minis

@jamall1690 8 ай бұрын

Thank for making this video, it helped a lot with getting my $250 MINI up and going like new.

@The1stDukeDroklar 7 жыл бұрын

You are firkin awesome. So informative and detailed. Even pro tips and great priced links. Thank you sir!

@MobiusGuitars 8 жыл бұрын

If you post Part 2 of this (reassembly) before the weekend, I will send you beer in the mail. I'm in the middle of my HG project right now & will be finishing it up on Sunday!

@ModMINI 8 жыл бұрын

+Axe Hacks I will try but I have had no time to look at it. Will do what I can.

@agungwibawaAR15 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your video about how to fix mini cooper issues, I just make a little donation to support your excellent job. God bless.

@ModMINI 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your support!!

@Jsauce8921 7 жыл бұрын

Your walk through is the best!! Lifesaver!!

@aaronmariscal4673 8 жыл бұрын

awesome video as always, I really appreciate these tutorials

@leestewartwebb9272 7 жыл бұрын

Recently did this job with the guidance of this amazing video. Thanks. Turned out the the problem was cracked oil cooler/heat exchanger however. 😧

@keepfitcarl 4 жыл бұрын

Watching u work mate was a pleasure

@tonoescobar8242 8 жыл бұрын

You are the best! Congrats! Keep 'em coming!

@leviatha0n0 8 жыл бұрын

I really like your videos they've helped me a lot!! Keep on recording :)

@tarajoe07 8 жыл бұрын

02 r50 Thanks you. This video made the process much quicker!

@anderswestling7228 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for a really great video! It really made me to go ahead and lift off the cylinder head off my R53 JCW. It was a bit worse though than just the gasket. Piston 1 has a hole in the side. So I'll have to look for more videos how to replace that.

@ModMINI 7 жыл бұрын

Block is probably damaged? You may be looking at a bottom end swap.

@rbazola 8 жыл бұрын

Nice video (as always)! I just did this on my '03 and didn't have to loosen the I/C outlet duct from the intake manifold to remove the head. Saved a small amount of time.

@ModMINI 8 жыл бұрын

+rbazola You must have had to loosened it from the bypass tube or the intake tube from the supercharger?

@rbazola 8 жыл бұрын

+Mod MINI you are correct, the plastic horn slipped off of the s/c inlet! It's buttoned up now.

@dannielamyx666 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! this video saved me tons of time.

@waylandduncan7321 2 жыл бұрын

Your video is so spot on! Thank you so much for your knowledge!!

@audiloves4284 8 жыл бұрын

awesome video man, you definitely have some of the best diy videos. and luca, while you're right it isn't a ton of space, when you actually know what what needs to be done it's surprising how much space you have.

@ModMINI 8 жыл бұрын

+Michael Majewski The 1st gen MINI is pretty well engineered for serviceability. The 2nd gen seems to be not as well planned out.

@audiloves4284 8 жыл бұрын

+Mod MINI agreed, however my girlfriend has a 2nd Gen with the n14 engine. and honestly easier than expected. had to do her timing chain and it's not a difficult task. maybe since I'm a tech I can pick up on it easier... but still s uprising lyrics easy

@ModMINI 8 жыл бұрын

+Michael Majewski It's not hard really, just a sequence of steps, but considering the "cassette" design, i was a little surprised how much time it took and how much stuff needed to be removed. I could change a timing chain on an R53 faster even though it's not a cassette design. Maybe it's just because I have more Gen1 experience.

@audiloves4284 8 жыл бұрын

+Mod MINI yeah the problem with the cassette design is that the breaks apart, like completely and your left spending s lot of time making sure EVERYTHING is out of the engine lol. there was broken top guide prices in the head I had to clean, and had to pull the pan off cause there were pieces in the pan, and had to take a paper clip and clean the oil suction tube to make sure there's no debris around the edges before the screen, and in my girlfriends situation I also had to pull the oil pump -.- because a small pebble sized piece got stuck between rod #2 and the oil splash guard and it was too tight to get at so I had to pull the pump to get my finger up there. believe it or not that little piece prevented me from being able to turn the engine completely by hand lol

@BigSteveRealtor 8 жыл бұрын

Fantastic like always!!

@lukeybabes1 8 жыл бұрын

I was looking to see if you had done a headgasket video the other day!

@martinsmith3503 2 жыл бұрын

Love your videos! I have oil in my coolant but no coolant in my oil. I’ve checked the cooler and it’s clear with no gunk or anything!

@mikethebike1423 Жыл бұрын

j'ais le même problème sur ma mini de 2005 .avec vous trouvé la solution ? merci pour votre réponse

@dburrows1480 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this. Now to go out and find one that might need a little work! Also, your cafepress link only goes to a template page with no products.

@frenchenstein 8 жыл бұрын

Good 'walk thru' procedure. Thank you.

@vminator 6 жыл бұрын

you're hardcore man!! love it!

@brentv9901 4 жыл бұрын

Very informative and helpful video. Thanks!

@pyramidion5911 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Just got the cylinder head off 👍👍

@tomgt007sugden 2 жыл бұрын

Love your video mate

@mikep6976 6 жыл бұрын

Fantastic DIY's!!

@rpbishop3079 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve heard a lot of bad feedback on timing set tools, what do you recommend, and or personally use? I really appreciate that you’re not only professional, but down to earth. Thanks,

@chrislewis4512 6 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial 👍

@Fir3Chi3f 8 жыл бұрын

Love every one of your videos, but I've got to say I've always called it a "Cheater Bar". The breaker bar is like a ratchet, but without the actual ratchet part. At least, that's what they're called in my garage ;) Keep up the great vids!

@ModMINI 8 жыл бұрын

+Fir3Chi3f I don't believe in cheating so they are all 'breaker bars' to me :-) (I actually usually just call it my 'chunk of pipe')

@TheRealJustinMorgan 6 жыл бұрын

How do you know if coolant in your oil is a bad oil cooler or head gasket? Is there a test that can be done to diagnose?

@wegngis 8 жыл бұрын

Great job, and I hope I never have to do this!

@Phathom0 8 жыл бұрын

Nice Video!

@enriquetrejo3003 4 жыл бұрын

I wish you were my mechanic. I need this done on my 03 Mini.

@SMVB-cl6oc 7 жыл бұрын

amazing video

@mr.dozer.7471 8 жыл бұрын

seems like this is the best way to replace the guide rails? I would guess no need to remove wheel or fender inner. great video.

@ModMINI 6 жыл бұрын

correct.

@ywnotube 2 жыл бұрын

I always enjoy your video - there is a zen like calmness about the way you explain things. I have a question. I have 2010 R55 (non turbo) with exhaust manifold and a heat shield in the way to get to the oil filter housing. Is it necessary to move the bumper to get to the housing? I'm looking for a lazy shortcut if there is one.

@scottbrixey6284 2 жыл бұрын

What do you think would be a fair labor time for a shop to charge for this job? I have a BVH I’m wanting installed and I am weighing my options locally before shipping to car up to Detroit tuned

@randyolive8338 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info!!! 👊

@matthewgorgoglione5492 5 жыл бұрын

Great video, I'm on the checkmate 6R50, 53🤗, and noticed the fuel lines can come off by hand, also the fuel rail and valve cover bolts can be clean with rust proof liquid if u will...Ciao...

@matthewgorgoglione5492 5 жыл бұрын

Also little tip is that there's plenty of aluminum or aftermarket coolant bottles and mounts available for your track rig or daily...Go...🏁

@AtomikRoach 4 жыл бұрын

@Mod MINI I need your expertise since you are the real magician of our MINI's. I started to change the head gasket, and finally opted to install a rebuilt W11 engine. BUT there`s some kind of sludge in the cooling system circuit, mainly in the radiator and heater core ( a mix of oil and prestone), is there an effective product I can pour in the system to clean it and flush it effectively? How do you resolved this situation when it happen? Thank you in advanced Kurt!

@lintobyzhang 8 жыл бұрын

Great Vid.

@dgdg2836 5 жыл бұрын

Hi do you have any videos on changing the timing chain on a mini?

@groove3pro Жыл бұрын

Question?? Just replaced head gasket. Your video a huge help! While sopping up the milkshake in the oil filter housing I accidentally pulled out one of springs and cap. Superglued spring to center of cap and tried to connect it to its mate. I guess the inner piece is broken as they don’t seem to want to snap together. Is this part essential? What is its function? I put oil filter on with just the one springy thing. Am I good to run it? Haven’t started it yet.

@Jsauce8921 7 жыл бұрын

Great video. Used it to remove my head and replace valve spring on 2006 s, but when I started had some bubbling over of the coolant reservoir. Is this common?

@ModMINI 6 жыл бұрын

A little bubbling might be normal if you filled up coolant all the way and air is working its way out. If it persists or is violent, you probably have combustion gases entering the coolant. Either failed head gasket job or head with a crack between combustion chamber and water jacket.

@IsraelitesUnited 8 ай бұрын

Hi there, is it possible to reuse the Rocker Arm Shaft Tube Bolts if you had to replace the cylinder head gasket and stripped fhe head down

@IsraelitesUnited Жыл бұрын

Hi great video. Need a bit of help. My timing chain holders broke, and the chain cracked the timing chain oil cover, and the tensioner was not working. I think the chain was slipping. How do I find TDC after I have replaced the chain with the fact that the chain has been slipping. Thanks for your help . My car is an R53

@aquahits5674 6 жыл бұрын

Excellent video nicely explained got to do one headgasket but can you leave the injector rail on the i take manifold.

@ModMINI 6 жыл бұрын

Aqua Hits not really. You won’t be able to get to the intake manifold bolts.

@IsraelitesUnited Жыл бұрын

Hi, do you know how to remove stock hydraulic lifter tappets in the rocker arm of the r53

@metame3803 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for another great video. I don't have a cylinder head issue, but I came here to learn about removal of the intake manifold. If I understand you correctly, you seem to say that the supercharger must come off to remove the intake manifold due to clearance issues, unless you remove the head the way you describe to clear the intake manifold studs. The Bentley manual seems to suggest that the intake manifold can come off without removing the super charger. Could you elaborate on this a little please?

@boygofastboys 7 жыл бұрын

really awesome video. I'd like to see you do the same on 2009 mini coop.im going to have to replace the head gasket.

@ModMINI 7 жыл бұрын

Sorry, I haven't done that job yet.

@JimmyPtheman 6 жыл бұрын

Master tech!

@ErasableSalmonella 6 жыл бұрын

+Mod MINI I need your help diagnosing a problem with my own mini, it’s an 02 MCS with 108,000 and it’s a strange problem. If you’re in 1st or 2nd gear and run it hard it doesn’t do anything funny until it hits higher and higher gears. In higher gears or under load it stutters and misfires on a cylinder/s and will run off 3 cylinders until you restart the engine. Help me please!

@juanrivera2636 2 жыл бұрын

Greetings, I want to know if the crankshaft of a 1.6 non-supercharger mini Cooper works for a 1.6 supercharger

@PH-xo4ep 6 жыл бұрын

Will this be different for just a cooper not a Cooper s

@brianhaygood183 4 ай бұрын

If I've got chocolate milk in the coolant system, but the oil is clean, is that going to be a head gasket leak or a oil/water cooler gasket problem? I'm thinking of bypassing the coolant hoses away from the cooler as a test. Car runs fine, but more and more oil in the coolant.

@stacyvang5682 7 жыл бұрын

How much u think is will cost me to replace my hey gasket on my mini Cooper

@joeyp6704 8 жыл бұрын

Yummy!! Coffee in the morning!

@ModMINI 8 жыл бұрын

+Joey P Coffee, milkshake, chocolate milk, pancake batter...

@dylanmccanlies6789 7 жыл бұрын

you are a straight badass.

@pdonneky 7 жыл бұрын

I gotta change 2 burnt valves on piston No4 as they are not seating right all the time, sometimes they do and the car pure's alone fine, then sometimes it missfires, we pressure tested the car and No4 is lower than the rest, we have fitted new coil pack, plugs, leads, so my question is can 1 or 2 burnt valves do this to my R50 mini cooper before i buy a new fully made up head and have it fitted ?

@ModMINI 7 жыл бұрын

Even a single burned valve is a big problem. Car will have trouble getting up a hill if it leaks. Changing plugs and coil pack does nothing to solve the issue if you don't have the compression.

@ChrisRengert 6 жыл бұрын

Can't believe how many of your videos I have followed on my own car, they are the best! Now I have to pull a defective remanufactured head (grrr), but rounded out the hex hole in screw plug/seal for fwd timing guide (using a torx bit after hex failed). Any suggestions on what will grab inside of that hole to break the plug loose?

@ModMINI 6 жыл бұрын

Never had that issue. It's soft aluminum, just drill it out or use a die grinder to grind it out. Might be able to pull out the head with the timing guide still attached and work on it on a workbench.

@sailr8833 6 жыл бұрын

@Mod MINI Can you take the cylinder head off as one unit without removing the rocker arms and camshaft? Thanks.

@ModMINI 6 жыл бұрын

Yes, but you'll have a hard time getting it the chain lined up when you put it back together because rocker arms will stop you from easily moving the camshaft.

@Ryanfreakinhaugh 6 жыл бұрын

Hey +Mod MINI! Have those Fel-pro head bolts proven to hold up on a stock head and bottom end? I need to do my head gasket but not planning to do a race build or upgrade the head at all. I'm sitting around 205-210hp at the crank.

@ModMINI 6 жыл бұрын

The bolts are fine.

@derrickmckeehan687 4 жыл бұрын

We are the process of changing head gasker and turned engine slightly to get cam gear lock tool on. But we done had removed the tensioner. The chain didn't slip on timing gear but could it on the crank? How should I check this before reassembly?

@ModMINI 4 жыл бұрын

Typically it stays in place on crank. When cam sprocket is locked with the tool, and tension applied to chain, all pistons should be level at center of stroke. You can use welding rods or other long wire down the spark plug tubes to confirm.

@topdog19945 5 жыл бұрын

I did an oil change a couple months ago on my 05 base mini and the oil came out looking normal but for about a year now I've noticed my coolant reservoir has been going dry but the car doesn't over heat and I don't see any noticeable leaks. Could it be the head gasket? The car runs smooth and it doesn't have a check engine light

@ModMINI 5 жыл бұрын

You may just have a slow leak somewhere that doesn't make it to the ground. Water pump or a fitting or thermostat housing gasket.

@ragedmx_mx 7 жыл бұрын

I had use your videos to replace , harmonic balancer, water pump replacement, replace supercharger oil, reservoir tank, replace fuel pump, I am now trying to fix a lot of pressure in the cooling system.. I think is a head gasket .no oil on coolant and no coolant on the engine oil, you think that the main cause? thank you.

@ModMINI 7 жыл бұрын

Pressure in cooling system is either a stuck cooling system cap (it should vent at 16psi) or combustion gases getting into the coolant. In the case of the latter, there will usually be some sooty particles in the coolant.

@adamwilson7189 2 жыл бұрын

Very good 👍

@davecapp4234 8 жыл бұрын

I watched both the videos and just paused while doing my repair. My only worry is that while taking the timing chain off the sprocket I'm not sure I kept tension the whole time. If not, is it possible the chain jumped some teeth on the crank? I'm worried the timing will be off in reassembly. Any advice is very appreciated. Thank you for the video made this job very easy so far. I'm at the cleaning stage before reassembly.

@ModMINI 8 жыл бұрын

There is a guard around the crank sprocket that should prevent teeth from skipping as long as you did not turn the crank while the chain was loose. No guarantees but it should prevent it.

@aquahits5674 6 жыл бұрын

I would like to ask you one more thing do i have to kerp the piston no 1 on tdc also how do i mark the top cam with was not sure on this. Once again best video

@ModMINI 6 жыл бұрын

No. Use the special tool to align engine at middle service position (all piston tops aligned). If you don't have tool and mark chain and sprocket orientation, engine can be in any position. but DO NOT lose chain/sprocket orientation and do not leave the chain loose, do not turn engine bottom end while chain is loose. Just mark with white out, or scratch it with a pick or whatever. Make sure the mark is durable enough that it won't wear off.