Bob you NEED to get yourself some fender aprons. Save that new paint and prevent whoopsies.

Perhaps Bob is the only RR owner that does his own maintenance and knows more about about his car than any other RR owners....Bob for Carmmy Award, if there is such a academy award!!

I applaud you sir for taking the time to make these Phantom videos. Self taught mechanics such as myself appreciate all the guidance and experience that you provide. I can afford the parts but not the labor costs.

Hey Bob. When starting the car, just turn the key to “on” for a few seconds, wait, and let the fuel pump build up pressure. Then turn the key to “Start”.

NGK are the best spark plugs. But beware of Chinese counterfeits. Thanks for the plug! Keep doing you.

I clicked the thumb up as soon as I saw the grille. Now I'll watch this. Love the Rolls!

Did you know that Phantom was designed by a Serbian guy, he probably learned how to draw cars starting with Yugo :D

Fantastic, the rolls Royce channel finally uploaded

it is making me think your fuel pump is letting the lines lose pressure.

I’m not a Rolls expert, just a diesel wrench. But I would throw a fuel pressure gauge on there to see if you have a weak pump or pumps. Could also have a weak fuel pressure regulator.

NGK are better for the V12 engine! I replaced mine on my BMW M73 V12, Well worth the extra cost over the Bosch plugs.

After the repairs, it still took a while to start when cold, but started fine the second time warm. My guess would NOT be injectors, since their behaviour wouldn’t change much cold or warm if they were clogged or gummed up. My first guess would be fuel filter - has it been changed recently? If it was gummed up inside or restricting fuel flow, you would have slow starts when cold, but you’d still have primed fuel available on a warm start to make those happen fast. Cheapest / simplest place to start if it hasn’t been done recently by you - and if you’ve been putting miles on it more regularly than it was used in the last, it would make sense that you may have filled the current filter with whatever gunk was built up and resting in the tank from low usage. Best wishes.

Scotty might suspect a weak fuel pump for the slow start. A beautiful car Bob. So happy for you!

Nice video bob. Ngk plugs are one of the best in the business. Please use fender covers! You would be surprised how easy cars get scratched when we are leaning over them, also when your extension fell off it would have nicked the fender. Easy way to protect the car

Look at the fuel pressure regulator. I bet it's leaking slowly. Confirm by testing fuel pressure after car has been sitting overnight.

What's up Bob, hey man I truly believe your hard start in the mornings is that when the car is sitting for long period of time the car is losing most of its prime. The fuel pump/fuel pressure regulator is not holding pressure like it should an the fuel is draining back to the gas tank. An when you try to start it in the mornings it has to pump the gas back to the engine throttle body.

Have you checked the Gray poupon ? Might be expired...

Fuel pump pressure may be bleeding back when it sits and the first start takes so long due to the lack of fuel. Try testing fuel pressure. You may need to replace the fuel pump.👍🤘🔧

hey Bob, enjoy your videos. Enjoy Edinburgh, it is awesome there. I have two benz's with V12s. They are awesome. Check your fuel pump and check valve. Stuttering, misfires etc are a sign the pump is not flowing well. Learned that the hard way.

This is how I pamper myself I watch your videos well doing a facial looking like the swamp thing smelling like a human salad. Good times😌Ah I feel relaxed🥰

fuel pump and check valve for the fuel system are bad / going bad

air leak on a fuel line, probably return... thats what causes the slow first start.

Did I just hear you like snarf from ThunderCats OMG videobob almost made me almost made me spit out my Coke Cola when you did that .

Love the videos! I hope to own a land yacht someday. Thanks for all the updates!

I had a Range Rover with the same exact issue & it turned out to be the fuel filter. Of course I found this out after hrs of research & replacing a bunch of other parts. Even my Land Rover trained mechanic didn't think the filter was the problem but after $50 & 20 minutes to replace it I never had that problem again.

Glad that you are giving the Rolls all the attention it needs. I only hope she treats you just as nicely. :)

I agree w/ you on the Bosch vs. NGK platinums. I always used the NGK personally once I ran them for myself. I wrestled w/ BMW and Mercedes V8/V12 units regularly until about 5 yrs ago, now I mostly work on classics.

well u should use Slovenian parts. we in Slovenia make pretty quality stuff.. i mean look at your first lady :D

I am a master bmw tech and know the opertaing system on this engine.Definite fuel pressure problem.Fuel is bleeding of overtime.Pressure regulator issue?

The fan just improved 1000 times.

OK -I admit it, I’ve come to love your videos - You are a very likable guy with unique artistic flare - thanks for allowing us into your life. 👍👏

My 7 series was doing the same on cold starts, after changing the fuel injectors I found it started immediately.

Another great Rolls Royce video Bob..I love watching these..Please keep them coming..Norwood Ma

I have heard many different people complain that Bosh plugs can cause problems if the car origionally had NGK parts in it. It may have to do with the tuning, not sure, but for Hondas they say to only use NGK.

I have to hand it to Great Britain, the front end of a Rolls Royce continues to be among the most stunning, classy, and stately that have ever been designed. They really know how to make a good looking car with a timeless design.

I have been driving an N73 760 for 9 years now. Yes it's had many problems. The only times I have had slow startup like that is when its had an actual fuel leak in one of the high pressure fuel rails. Even when it's running perfectly cold starts can be a bit stumbled. My car was sent back to BMW head office for a missfire problem that the dealership could not solve. They effectively rebuilt the motor and collected data from it to help the N73 diagnostic process. My problem was due to the valve lifters over adjusting on startup. In your case the engine starts smoothly and not leaking fuel externally. There are high pressure sensors for each bank. You could compare them (DME1 and DME2) on a scan tool before starting the car.

Love the videos Bob. Keep them coming 👍👍

Great video Bob, as always. RR always over -engineers components whenever possible, it keeps their repair shops busy. Also, RR/BMWs do seem to prefer NGK plugs and Delphi coils. Bosch at one time was building superior products, they are not now as you can see by your plug comparison. The expert comments below will solve your starting issues. There is no reason why you should settle for less than expected from your RR. It is truly a beautiful car.

The car raises up which means you air compressor is working fine. The front air suspension might be leaking air slowly, but not to a point you need to buy new ones yet. Very common problem.

Another great “Roller” video!

check fuel pressure cold could be a fuel pressure regulator \ check valve. Mercedes has a check valve built into fuel filter that causes the fuel pressure to bleed back once started it starts normally not sure if Rolls has the same fuel system check/ regulator but its easy to check with a fuel pressure gauge. I feel your pain with the plugs the M112 6 cyl has 12 of them and they are FUN to get to

Thanks bro! 🙏 needed this for my car

Last time you changed the fuel filter? It can be that or it can be a sign the fuel pump is going. Test the fuel pressure AND test the volume. While doing the volume maker sure there's no bubbles in the fuel. Not a Rolls or BMW expert. But I have been turning a wrench for over 30 years and have earned myself an ASE Master Technician patch.

Glad to hear you like your original ThunderCats especially snarf I too love them and I'm 53

You may have to check fuel pump pressure. Love all the automotive maintenance and any product videos.

Cool vid Bob !

Check your fuel pressure regulator for pressure bleed down with KOEO(Key On Engine Off). Im not sure if BMW used a external fuel pressure regulator, but with age they can tend to bleed down quicker than "normal". You should not see more than a 10 psi drop in pressure within 5 minutes from priming the fuel rail with KOEO.

Best Channel ever !!!! Bob is the man!!

Not familiar with this engine, but I think the plugs looks like it's running a bit rich. Don't think they should be that black

Would bet my balls that the hard starting is a fuel pressure problem. Some BMW's use a fuel anti drain back valve in the fuel system, maybe start with that, or it might just be a dying fuel pump. Need to hookup a fuel pressure gauge and see what's going on to start with.

8:38 "Just needed some lotion!" 😂😂

Great video!!

Clean the injectors and change the fuel filter.........At 80,000 miles the injectors would be a little clogged up......

We all want to adjust our spirit of ecstasy Bob. ;)

Bob, are you surprised by the interaction you generate in dealing with the details of ownership of a car few of us will ever even ride in, let alone own? You really connect with the camera and the viewer. Great videos! You make it really interesting and down-to-earth coming from a man who's enjoyed the success you have in your career.

The Bosch plugs don’t like BMW engines and the prongs fall of in the plug. NGK is always the way to go. The coils are from Delphi from factory. Your Bosh coils should be fine

Check fuel pressure overnight to see if it’s dropping, may be check valve in filter or pump. Fuel bleeding back in return

Have you tried E3 spark plugs

My 3 Series 2008 uses the same coil packs I bought them from FCP Euro they have a lifetime warranty it was like a hundred forty or fifty bucks you're so proud of you more cuz it's 12 cylinder

Another great video bob the spirit of Ecstasy was the mistress of Charles Sykes the artist who sculpted the emblem 👍

For a brief moment I thought you were taking the grill off just to fix the plug & coil issue. Whew! I was getting worried...Lol

Spray the MAP sensor with the proper MAP sensor spray. In my Lincoln LS with a Jag designed engine, this cleared up all kinds of issues that I thought was the coil related.

Try turning key to on position then wait a couple seconds then turn to start. Might help.

New coil=longer startup time initially, don't worry.

I think you got a plastic hose or something leaking vacuum im pretty sure thats what it is since when the vehicle is warm it runs better, sparkplugs and coils work better cold and fail when hot.

Maybe your fuel pressure drops. Fuel pressure regulator?

Great to see you got the Rolls back, Robert. Don’t go knocking on strangers doors next time! Hope it gets sorted out soon, but like I said earlier, you must use genuine RRMC parts in your motor car. Very best regards from Stuart

Could be your starter is done, or, cycle the key a couple of times to prime the fuel-pump without actually starting the car and on the 3rd cycle, turn the car on. Could be that the fuel is leaving your fuel pump back into the tank when the car has been sitting for a long time. Maybe a safety mod installed by Rolls? Lastly, how is your battery? Is it being drained? Could be you don't have enough amperage to turn over that starter. You may have a parasitic drain in the car. These things have all sorts of complicated wiring and you may have an electrical issue.

Check fuel pressure and injecters balance or pressure sensor

Hey Bob, You are working on the lights etc,did you ever fing out what that "other" light switch does. The one that only moves up that is spring loaded on the left of the light switch area. Thank you.

Robert, when you had that grille in horizontal position, I thought you would do a little barbecuing while you were at it.;)

It seems like a fuel issue. Check filter and pump, maybe even an injector service.

Did you upgrade the square day running lights up top into being headlights, like the round ones below?

Fuel pump pressure or map

Hook up a fuel pressure gage. It could be weak pressure regulator or check valve in the fuel pump.

For the turn signals for your double r I recommend you to buy the Lasfit brand LEDs they don’t hyper flash they have built in load resistors on them and they last I have bought them they perform well bob you should check them out..

Gotta be fuel related for sure.Glad you did the PCV's as they're so over looked and just replace them every 80-100k.Hope you cleaned out the inside throttle body too.I'd WD-40 all the entire engine bay incl underneath,everywhere just to keep it in decent cond.

25:00 That is snug, very nice heated garage good stuff.

What did you torque the grill bolts to ?

Bob, when you start in the morning turn the key on but allow it to sit for 8-10 seconds to build up fuel pressure. It may be leaking back overnight and taking a while to reach full pressure at the engine. Has it had a fuel pump to your knowledge?

Check the fuel pressure when you start it the next day. Also did you replace the fuel filter? Injectors dirty? 12 cylinders is a lot of moving parts...todays gas does not help either. I am far from an expert...nice ride!

Hey Bob, Tell your Tech’s to LOOSE the damn biker wallet around your new EXPENSIVE PAINT JOB !!! I’m cringing watching him walk around your car !!!

All plugs done *WITHOUT* removing the intake manifolds !!! Respect mate, hell of a fiddle that must have been ! Regarding the mascot retraction mech, there are four small nuts, two per side that need slackening off which then allows removal of the upper grille section. All then becomes apparent ! Quite worring that the 'lady' is secured to her base by just one 3mm allen headed grub screw, its some safety requirement so it detaches with not a lot of impact force.

NGK plugs are the bomb!!

Have you fixed the paint work on the rolls yet ?.

I'm having a little problem I BMW at startup I have to change the PCV valve but my car I'm not sure if it's the same in yours it's in my valve cover so they say to change the whole thing at once

Hey it’s me Tattoojohnny, I noticed that even in my 2013 Ghost if I get gas while car running it will start too spudder and have to turn off car and back on to reset it. I know some peeps will yell at me for leaving car on but I’ve done this w every car I had.

Love the car.

12:12 what do you mean only one available and $100 each?? D2S bulbs are everywhere and you can get a pair for as little as $20. Those Philips bulbs you used are $35 each on Amazon.

LEDs work great on the side marker lights, BTW. I do those on all of my vehicles. The turn signal bulb should always stay incandescent though

Are you able to swap the location of the headlights and DLR’s?

Check your fuel pressure and see if it leaks down when parked.

Have Scotty use his $5000 scan tool and scan all your modules !!!

So Bob, there are suggestions here that say it's carbon build up or the fuel pump. Have you found out what it was? I'd love one of these after my current S-class gives up. Brilliant car.

Hey Bob, Did you find out why the hard start on the Phantom? Curious to what caused that

So after watching whole video my 13 Ghost also starts slow if cold outside AND/OR battery low which in my case my camera system I installed if left on over night will cause this. Maybe check voltage or fuel pump?

That cooling fan just “POPS” after all that spray !!!👍

Ngk is by far the best plugs on the market. Once again please show us the actual process of taking things on and off the car in a way we can see what's going on. No offense but anybody worthy to work on that car will know the most basic of things and will be able to do these comparisons on our own.

Hi videoBob; can you pls make a video to replace the headlight washer cover, passenger... Ty

Spirit of Ecstasy was modelled after Eleanor Thornton who was the lover of the sculptor Charles Sykes not Rolls or Royce. Enough of that. Onto the important stuff. Does it hurt if you stick your finger in the mechanism when Eleanor Thornton is heading down into the radiator? Fudge yes! I have had a Drophead for 11 years and as part of my owner's due diligence felt obliged to find out. All I can say is 'Fudge, Yes!!' Nearly took my finger off: no joke.