My C63 AMG Was A Total Nightmare Until I Learned This 1 Trick. 6.2-Liter AMG V8 DIY Hack. Must Watch

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Today is a good old fashion wrenching on a car video but with a big twist. What was supposed to be a complete nightmare of a job turned into me learning a hack that could save many 6.3-Liter AMG V8 owners (M156) thousands of dollars and a lot of time. Whether you're doing a power steering pump, engine mounts, air conditioning lines and a few other expensive jobs this hack, this trick that I figured out is going to make your life a lot easier. I hope you enjoy this one and don't forget to get a repair manual for your car. The downloadable version is the best.
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@RobertCiampa9112 5 жыл бұрын

So much better than the young u tubers who do this. They are always holding the camera to their face and not the car. Thank You

@adbirdk 5 жыл бұрын

He had to do the clickbaitiest title, just to make sure he was still youtubing..

@aqwplayer222 5 жыл бұрын

Adam F Birch don't mind as much if the content is good. Having it be more technical, not many would understand I guess

@Fee.1 5 жыл бұрын

Ewwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww like mr. my name means friend in Russian

@AMLxalex 5 жыл бұрын

Alex has to be one of the classiest mechanical/technician KZfaqrs around 👌🏻

@bodibadylanlikotla2436 5 жыл бұрын

Good to see ex Mercedes-Benz master tech doing well after leaving them. It inspires me to do a KZfaq channel myself to share my 17yrs experience as a Mercedes Benz diagnostic master tech. Great video!!!

@WhitexFeatherx 3 жыл бұрын

You should!

@LightlessAMG 2 жыл бұрын

I'm an apprentice mechanic at the moment that owns a w204 c63, the link he provided for the service manual does not work anymore, what do you use if anything at all? Soon to be replacing my power steering pump + resevoir

@SirDankNewton 5 жыл бұрын

As an MB tech I always enjoy seeing your videos come up in my subscriptions to get tips I can put to use!

@sdemarois1 5 жыл бұрын

Thoroughly enjoy these videos! Love how honest you are with your wrenching!

@TA-mm7rv 5 жыл бұрын

Yeeees meeen. Good work. Cant wait for flexfuel kit thank you bro

@TheTankmani 5 жыл бұрын

The best or nothing! Always pleasing to watch a good technician at work. Keep up the good work. Cheers from Montreal!

@Anders_HeymSR30 5 жыл бұрын

Nice build and bringing the C63 back to original condition! Noticed the non matching front tires, better get them changed too

@LegitStreetCars 5 жыл бұрын

Oh yea. I may get wheels too

@JusttRelaxx 5 жыл бұрын

It was such a nice video! Smart way for removing the pump, bonus repair and for me - the most important part of every repair job - CLEANING! So satisfying to watch! Keep up with the good work, Alex!

@LegitStreetCars 5 жыл бұрын

Here's the link to the workshop repair manuals I'm always using. They are only about $20 and get the download version. 25% Off Factory Style Workshop Repair Manuals bit.ly/2L2Ptj3 Coupon Code is ALEXEMOMAY 25% Off Code is good until 6/7/2019

@patrickr8890 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome video Alex! You have given me the confidence to work on my AMG. Thanks man!

@MassiveTrackHunter 4 жыл бұрын

Dude...as loose as that mount was and as much power as that motor has, it's amazing it did not shatter and cause real damage when the engine decided to pop the hood for you. Bet it sounded like someone pounding the frame with a sledge. Love seeing an awesome car getting worked on. Great videos!

@tylerthomas9567 5 жыл бұрын

I love that you are doing all this with the C63. I have a high mileage C63 with the same setup you are going to. Headers, no cats, and stock cat back. the car is a ton of fun! I plan on putting many many more miles on it and I plan on doing quite a few things that you are doing to yours!

@TheBenny808 5 жыл бұрын

You have a lot of patience to work on these cars and make great videos at the same time. Your awesome with your hands bro, I definitely enjoy watching and learning how to fix these Benz’s.

@thainz881 5 жыл бұрын

Alex. Very good and satisfying video to watch. I learned a lot about my favourite AMG M156 engine . Thanks man. Cant wait for more videos with the C63 from you👍

@dolomite_73 5 жыл бұрын

Great content as always Alex. As a fellow W204 owner (admittedly not a C63) I really enjoy watching these. Cheers from the UK

@benparker6825 5 жыл бұрын

Hey Alex....My Wife loves the Kove speaker you showcased last week....great find!! Ya made me a hero this weekend!! Thankx friend!

@dre.creator 2 жыл бұрын

omg I've watched this video over 100000 times when I was doing my motor mounts and just realized you had the steps for the power steering pump which im having trouble with right now. BUT thanks to you I can get it off with ease!!

@Torqueandtarmac 5 жыл бұрын

Your work was so mesmerising to watch ♥️ loved every minute of it. Working on Mercedes-AMG cars is always very satisfying. Planning to start my own channel with the same. Much respect sir.

@aymansafi4423 Жыл бұрын

You know Alex I wanted to say this since I started watching your channel, I really like the background music you got playing during your work on engines, who ever the dj is ,Bravo , I wish I could tape it for my personal tracks😊

@TheRebuilt1 5 жыл бұрын

Subbed, great work and yes those factory manuals arent always the answer but as an MT you showed us an alternative and how you earned that honor.

@MitsubishiEvolution6 2 жыл бұрын

Bro you are a legend. I am in Australia and have just purchased a C63. Need someone like you to look after my car.

@Dingolfing 5 жыл бұрын

Nice video Alex. Really like this one as you are right into it all and all of the video is really interesting. Good work!

@shaheerkhan733 5 жыл бұрын

This was soo good n satisfying to watch!!

@fakmenow 5 жыл бұрын

Insane that you can just follow some instructions, use your knowledge and know what to do. This is fascinating even tho I dont understand it all too well

@amgneedspeed8901 2 жыл бұрын

Love it as always. Keep up the good work bro.

@issanesheiwat1396 5 жыл бұрын

Love the videos man. Always inspiring me

@ttbalog 5 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed the video cos you made it look so easy. Good job man!

@armendg2134 5 жыл бұрын

Love your videos Alex. Keep it going brother. Its amazing to watch you work theese german machines.

@jibmaster 5 жыл бұрын

e' stato eccellente Alex! Soild work. I just replaced my steering pump in my 993. Same kinda 'advice' in doing steps that could be skipped-lowering subframe, trans-mounts and other covers. No need! Got it in and saved a few hours of labor. Lovin' this channel! Legit Mechanic working on street cars...maybe a rebranding lol! Peace.

@3DFX26 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the info in the power steering!!! i have the exact same car and got a little air in the reservoir. I flush the system and changed it out with a new one. No more whining or heavy steering. The kit from FCP Euro was just what i needed thanks!!

@jochenheiden 5 жыл бұрын

Loving C63 content. Thanks Alex!

@jamiebeverley9705 5 жыл бұрын

Good work Alex, great how to video's Sir, keep em coming👍

@kingsleycollins6730 4 жыл бұрын

Yesterday, 6/7/2020, my colleague spend the whole day removing this P-pump, nt only that, he removed the compressor also, gas out n so on, seriously he worked it the whole day!! But am Happy, very much happy that today 7/7/2020, I've learned this and understood it. Man you r great ..thumbs up💪👍👍

@kingsleycollins6730 4 жыл бұрын

Also please which fluid-spray did you used to get those sticky oils out before water???

@986C 5 жыл бұрын

Love your channel dude. You’re a great tech.

@williameuler8056 5 жыл бұрын

Nice video, subscribed. Really enjoying what you got going on with the C63. Looking forward to the next installment. 10 year ex Mercedes Benz painter here....

@bunny68h 5 жыл бұрын

Best Mercedes AMG videos come from the USA. I love your editing, always looking forward to the next video. Keep up the good work, my fear of the big mercs declines every day. Greetings from the homecountry Eike from Germany

@davidfraser5306 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Alex big G’Day from Australia !! I’m a retired Auto mechanic and have a C63 507 edition Coupe best car I have owned my whole life by far 💪👌🏽 Your videos are awesome and a great guide for me when I work on my car keep up the great job Ps : I hope to have a 2 post hoist I’m my garage soon will make a hell of difference and save my back also 😃

@ND-nj3tq 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video, just sent my one to the service center to have the power steering pump done so great to see how they do it !

@alex_ortiz 5 жыл бұрын

Great video! I love these builds!

@malekdahou95 5 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video once again! Very detailed and really can’t wait for the next one! May I suggest something like hammerite metal paint for all the areas rust are beginning to show underneath? It will preserve it a lot longer that’s for sure! Especially on a amazing car such as the C63 it’s worth it!

@unclebenzng 5 жыл бұрын

Great Job Alex! Since no one seemed to surmise on how the Refrigerant line got damaged, this is it; Bad Motor mounts can lead to other problems albeit unrelated because the engine would be able to move more than it was designed to! Always make sure your mounts are in Good shape:) Also when something on a car is damaged, it is just as important to find out why as it is to fix the problem/replace the part:)

@rschachner 5 жыл бұрын

Bought the service manual for my E320 (W210 shop manual), thanks for the link. Great channel.

@MotivEngineering 5 жыл бұрын

As a fellow M156 owner, this is super cool to see. Love this build!

@vvvmc9 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Stealership was not able to identify the power steering reservoir as the issue on my car. Mystery solved and part ordered! :)

@mattsilvestri8477 5 жыл бұрын

Great to see someone working on these beasts! I also have a 2010

@interesting7906 5 жыл бұрын

Lovely video, very content-rich. Makes me want to get a c63. Keep it up.

@norseman4763 5 жыл бұрын

Alex, I like the lighting in your shop. So much better than any of the others out there, makes it way easier to see what you’re doing. Your videos always look so professional. I’d like to see you and Edd China team up, but I’m not sure there’s much he could add. Keep up the awesome work!

@LegitStreetCars 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Thomas, appreciate that. I think Ed and I could have some fun in the garage. One day, one day.

@chrispy104k 4 күн бұрын

You've got a hoist in your garage mate. That's next level commitment to mechanicaning (new word). Well done fixing that thing. Tricky job.

@mackeymichael 5 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video mate !! From the land down under.

@TA-mm7rv 5 жыл бұрын

Please dyno it before and after the e85 flexfuel kit

@Musclecar123 5 жыл бұрын

I still wear my Saturn SAAB Isuzu shirt when I work in my garage. Always take 1!

@danielchaidez4047 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome job Alex!

@warriorbrawl 5 жыл бұрын

Hey Alex, hello from Australia. Really like watching your video's. I've got an B8 A4 3 0tdi and love doing the work myself too. Cheers man

@CaptGregOlsen 3 жыл бұрын

Nice job on crackin the banjo before you dropped it. Im 63 with 40 years of wrenching and you are a sharp tech.

@dmo.amgc633 4 жыл бұрын

I now have a 2010 c 63 in the land down under , looking at your videos for hints tips and tricks :)love this channel when you do c63 work

@broomad 5 жыл бұрын

Great video Alex - many thanks

@masmotorsports 5 жыл бұрын

Congrats on leaving the dealership!! i cant wait for that day, im also 10 years master tech at the dealership, cant wait to start my jdm swap star channel.

@basithph8958 5 жыл бұрын

Really liking the C63 vids Keep it going💪

@joshuaolsen8844 5 жыл бұрын

Keep up the great content ALEX! I always comment to help with your engagement results!

@LegitStreetCars 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, brother. That stuff is so important on KZfaq so I really appreciate it. Alex

@chrisridebike8 5 жыл бұрын

Love the C63 content. I miss mine dearly. And flex fuel! Nice! That was my next mod as well if I had kept it.

@Nettenx4 5 жыл бұрын

I love this serie man..

@manolocordovez9323 5 жыл бұрын

Great video Alex

@craigroth8710 5 жыл бұрын

Great vid Alex. Can't wait to hear that beast with the headers!!

@LegitStreetCars 5 жыл бұрын

Dude me too!

@rogerserafin 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all the videos. And thank you also for the FCP Euro website recommendation. I've been purchasing all my parts there for my MB.

@Aardvark49 5 жыл бұрын

Wow, nice work Alex.

@Moist_Handshakes 5 жыл бұрын

Yep. I had that combo - Replacing all the accessory pumps on the left side of the engine.

@brandenharris1353 5 жыл бұрын

Watching your videos is very relaxing....

@CS-Loc 5 жыл бұрын

The best DIY videos on KZfaq. Links...tips...coupon codes. Alex is doing it right. Thank you!

@billclemons9251 3 жыл бұрын

Alex,my name is Bill and l am trying to get a Mercedes 2007 workshop manual.What do I need to do?

@billclemons9251 3 жыл бұрын

Alex my name is Bill and Iam trying to get a Mercedes workshop manual.What do l need to do?

@csebastian71 5 жыл бұрын

Now that had to be a real high to get all that done. Great job!!!

@kenstrain4366 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting videos. I have watched a few and you have convinced me that I never want one of these cars.

@peffler4u 5 жыл бұрын

Well done Alex! So informative videos! Thank`s buddy! :) )))))

@justinbaker6406 5 жыл бұрын

Been following this series. I purchased a new F80 M3 ZCP, but for some reason the older C63 507 edition just talks to me. It's got to be that V8. :) Love the vids keep them coming.

@leemurphy5253 5 жыл бұрын

Will be a really nice one when your finished with it🙂

@ANDERZENAMG 5 жыл бұрын

Creative Steel engine and trans mounts....thank me later! haha Great Job Alex!

@opelz17 5 жыл бұрын

As a current master certified Benz tech, I have never seen a 204 power steering pump go out, let alone on one equipped with m156. I've done plenty on 164's and 251's for sure. Coming along nicely Alex.

@LegitStreetCars 5 жыл бұрын

I spoke to a few MB tech friends and they said the same thing. But really it's just a standard pump so we didn't see too many issues with those. Alex

@zacharykosa9012 5 жыл бұрын

I’ve only ever seen the ac compressors fail and I’ve never changed a power steering pump but kudos to you for finding that shortcut and saving yourself some time and aggravation

@E39M5SPEED 5 жыл бұрын

Guys I have W211 E63 with the power steering groan when I turn the wheel left to right. Since you say the M156 power steering pump that it’s solid do you think it could be a clogged filter in the PS reservoir? I’m used to working on M cars but not on AMGs. This jobs does not look easy.

@george5022 5 жыл бұрын

Nice Job, can't wait for the next video

@LegitStreetCars 5 жыл бұрын

It's coming out in 1 hour!

@anthonywilliams4100 5 жыл бұрын

Great work Alex, I see your liking the Milwaukee power tools, get the mid and high torque M18 impacts and you'll ditch air almost for good. I'd also like to see a WTF/Blooper video some day from you.

@atos.nympha3451 5 жыл бұрын

True Alex never do blooper video..not fun.

@joshuabenson2568 5 жыл бұрын

I am a German Mercedes car mechanic apprentice and we're using the WIS constantly when working on (customer) cars. You can literally take apart the entire engine and put it back together with ease using WIS (We did that during a two week-course). It's so neat especially for beginners because it is so accessible. The cool thing is, once you know your way around it (and it isn't that complicated) you'll know the basics to mostly all modern cars. I'll be using it when I maintain my Merc once I bought it.

@omarparedes7220 4 жыл бұрын

what is the "WIS" ?

@joshuabenson2568 4 жыл бұрын

@@omarparedes7220 the software Mercedes, Mercedes-AMG and Smart technicians use for repair manuals and other instructions.

@LTG1930 5 жыл бұрын

Now that you're warmed up when are we shooting the M275 Engine pull for engine mounts, ABC and turbo upgrade video?

@curvs4me 4 жыл бұрын

Alex, your attention to detail is amazing!! There is nothing worse than opening a hood and seeing hanging wires, cables, broken connectors, and zip ties everywhere. It may work for awhile but reliability in the future is gone.

@carter240 5 жыл бұрын

Such a quality channel 👍🏻

@bell187b 5 жыл бұрын

I just noticed this dude has a legit full car lift on his garage. I wanna be like you when I grow up 🤙🏽

@FredmChoice 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely digg'n your music track selection

@Juan_Hernandez_Jr. 5 жыл бұрын

Great video!

@tjnucnuc 3 жыл бұрын

One of the most underrated channels ever. I’m glad you hijacked Samcrac’s comment section so I could find you.

@keithbrown3579 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Alex, love it when you do these repairs! Can't wait till you get those headers on.

@LegitStreetCars 5 жыл бұрын

I get up super early, about 6. I work on cars and film until about 2 pm. Then leave for work so I get there by 3:30. It's kind of far. I get home at midnight from my normal job. Film days are a little crazy to say the least. I did this 3 days this week and then I edit as I go or very late into the night.

@keithbrown3579 5 жыл бұрын

@@LegitStreetCars Wow long days, great dedication to producing some great material for us to enjoy. Love the detail you go into explaining it as you go. Hope to have a 507 edition in the next couple years. Your hard work will pay off for me :)

@ejoautovideos 5 жыл бұрын

One can really tell that you have a ton of experience, compared to some other youtubers. 👍

@paulpak1 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. Alex, you are indeed Legit.

@LegitStreetCars 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks dude

@kenezos 5 жыл бұрын

Really enjoy your videos bro! 🤙👌

@LegitStreetCars 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ken!

@pip5461 5 жыл бұрын

Well done ! On what looked to be an impossible home repair.

@keithmcmahon9007 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent tip, I have to do my engine mounts on my c63, I may attempt it now instead of sending to MBZ

@emmareporter4324 5 жыл бұрын

oh yeah i love how it sounds xd maybe just put like the back part of the amg exhaust on the car it would sound sick but yeah love your vids keep it up

@donreinholz8121 3 жыл бұрын

Great job Alex! That engine is sure hard to work on.

@ivannevistic1088 5 жыл бұрын

The Best Amg v8 ever! Love it!

@velocity_6t9 2 жыл бұрын

You are lucky to have this equipments in your garage 👍

@SpaceraverDK 5 жыл бұрын

As much as I love big engines in small cars, I think I'll stick to my old OM606 powered W124. There's adequate space in the engine room, removal of engine takes 6-9 bolts, 3 multi-connectors, fuel and cooling hoses, et voila. Oh, and the serp belt takes literal minutes to switch..

@fasteddie0318 5 жыл бұрын

With all the components being replaced I would have pulled the engine out. But I like the fact that you are investing your time and sharing your knowledge. Great work union brother!

@LegitStreetCars 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Eddie!!

@toddaulner5393 Жыл бұрын

He is trying to show people who may not have room or equipment to do so.

@euroberto85 5 жыл бұрын

Try "eagle one etching mag wheel cleaner" for aluminum. Nothing beats that

@TheCorvetteBen 5 жыл бұрын

Just saved $6 on one of the e manuals. Thanks for the code. Hope it is as good as the one you had pictured!

@TheCorvetteBen 5 жыл бұрын

They send me a manual for a 1994 Chevy truck when I needed one for a 2002 Suburban. So far NOT impressed with this company. I hope they make it right.