this is best rebuild in the making. Unlike other channels going for sports cars and hype car rebuild. Almost everybody doing right now. But you rebuilding 6x6 balls this man very unique i hope you finish your project. All love from the Philippines
I wish this was spread out over more than a dozen 1-hour episodes. I would have watched every episode. Please try make a second channel like Matt Armstrong for the long version without music. This must be one of the coolest engine swaps on youtube recently. That is the craziest G-Wagon! Maybe try link up with some of the other big car channels so that people can find you quicker. I'm sure you will have over a million subscribers very very soon. So proud to see a South African do such phenomenal engineering. Well done Ruan! Stand up SA👏
You’ve earned a new subscriber in me I saw something about you on Twitter and since I follow Matt Armstrong content I was like why can’t I be proud as a South African to subscribe for our very own🙌
This is unbelievable workmanship!! Here we thought such things are only possible overseas due UK and US youtube channels, little did we know right here in cpt we have Ruan with big balls to match any of those guys......very inspiring
I feel like the best engineers that work for German carmakers have to excel at a module called Added Complexity (at Masters level) and write a thesis titled "He Who Tries Loses A Finger" at PhD level. .. Good job 💪 !
As far as I know your the first youtuber mechanically doing and owning a RHD 6 by 6. so so cool to have this beast. imaging towing all your projects with this and driving this everywhere. nice vehicle!
Thanks, mate. As I watched the camshaft position sensors replacement section, I realized that my M278 has the newer sensors, which should prevent the oil from getting in the harness. That's one less thing to worry about. Cheers.
Because I smiled and giggled like a silly 10 year old boy when you couldn’t resist revving the akrapovic exhaust 😂😂😂😂. I just subscribed, you’re brilliant sir
Wonderful work and great content man ! Good job and don’t stop doing this type of stuff! Watching from Greece! Me and my Mercedes mechanic are impressed!
Another amazing video! I remember seeing this behemoth of a car a few year's back at a motor show at Grand West. Glad you bringing it back to life. Keep up the awesome work!
Ruan, do you have german blood in you😅? Your understanding of the inner workings and upgrade parts changed on the engine is astounding. Awesome 1st start up🎉😁👌
Now I can go to 2025 with a smile on my face, the BEAST is running, big up to you bro. you sacrificed your festive holidays for us so that you can drop another video, RESPECT RESPECT RESPECT!!!!!!!
You are a legend in the making Ruan. Your content is amazing and yes i have been following your builds consistently. Keep it up and put S.A on the map with your skills. Salute!
I was so anxious waiting to watch the build of the engine bro is a merc guru. The content and knowledge is always fire🔥🔥🔥🔥.. Keep it up bro.... How long does it take parts from Germany
A few questions 1. How much was the 6x6 as is? 2. How much was the ML as is 3. I noticed the brabus foot sills, does this mean that 6x6 had a brabus 900hp engine previously? 4. Lastly what is your hourly rate on a engine rebuild and swap
Great video. When the videos start approaching 30 mins maybe consider halving them and dropping half mid week and half on a weekend, it doubles your views. This could have been a strip down and a rebuild and first start video. I personally watch youtube for 15-20 mins, any longer and I put it off and may forget to come back. Well done on the subscribers and you should start working on your Carvertical script, the sponsorship is comming.
@@RuanSchneider-jd6fxNothing critical just a perspective. Noughties supercar next please. Its great asking other people to risk their money and spend their time taking the risk you are not qualified or brave enough to do. Have a Happy New Year.
Wondering if that one way valve will create other issues over time. I assume oil changes will be more regular than norm to prevent any gunk in the ball bearing.
Some people have so much money that certain things become disposable. Unfortunately this beauty became one. I'm just thankful that I found his channel and get to see her journey to a second life!
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Inviting all South Africans and the world to gather here for the register👇🏾
We are here......
Watching from Botswana.
Present 🙋♂️
GP is here🎉
Watching from joburg, caught th Vid at 17mins....so disappointed with myself 😅😂
The best high-end vehicle rebuild channels on RUclips. No DNA, Just RSA. Thanks for the lengthy video.
@@fiddleywest3778 🫡❤️
this is best rebuild in the making. Unlike other channels going for sports cars and hype car rebuild. Almost everybody doing right now. But you rebuilding 6x6 balls this man very unique i hope you finish your project. All love from the Philippines
@@shamelessplugs888 thank you 🙏 ❤️
Watching from Zambia. This has to be one of the best builds currently on youtube 🙌🙌🙌
@@djeucho amazing
🫡
Ku Chalo 💪🏿
@ 🫡❤️
I wish this was spread out over more than a dozen 1-hour episodes. I would have watched every episode. Please try make a second channel like Matt Armstrong for the long version without music. This must be one of the coolest engine swaps on youtube recently. That is the craziest G-Wagon! Maybe try link up with some of the other big car channels so that people can find you quicker. I'm sure you will have over a million subscribers very very soon. So proud to see a South African do such phenomenal engineering. Well done Ruan! Stand up SA👏
Number one car rebuild channel in SA 🇿🇦 💯
You’ve earned a new subscriber in me
I saw something about you on Twitter and since I follow Matt Armstrong content I was like why can’t I be proud as a South African to subscribe for our very own🙌
@@sicelosenzomchunu414 🫡❤️
Well, that's a tremendous success and I'm so happy for you! Can't wait to see this baby on the road!
@@DrHumorous or maybe off road😉
At this point it’s safe to say “Sundays are for Ruan” 🤞🏽
Nice work. That Victor Reinz can leak at times. Loctite 5970 Flange sealant is excellent.
This is unbelievable workmanship!! Here we thought such things are only possible overseas due UK and US youtube channels, little did we know right here in cpt we have Ruan with big balls to match any of those guys......very inspiring
@@2621270 Thank you 🫡❤️
Oh my dayz. This is massive. Definitely the best build on RUclips right now. Stand up SA.
it is a success Ruan, this undertaking was MASIVE but you did it anyway. Well done man !!
@@neohlophe8588 🫡🇿🇦
I feel like the best engineers that work for German carmakers have to excel at a module called Added Complexity (at Masters level) and write a thesis titled "He Who Tries Loses A Finger" at PhD level. .. Good job 💪
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@@khulekilemsimanga997 🫡
As far as I know your the first youtuber mechanically doing and owning a RHD 6 by 6. so so cool to have this beast. imaging towing all your projects with this and driving this everywhere. nice vehicle!
@@kevinhearts616 the doing I can definitely claim but the owning not. This would for sure be my daily
@@RuanSchneider-jd6fx can't wait to see more of it on your channel!
❤ this guy doesn't like cutting corners hey 😂😂
Excellent vid, great to see the transparency with parts costs and how meticulous you are. Keep it up! Getting traction in the UK now too 🔥
Man, I love watching someone that knows what they're doing.
This is so cool, no hiccups in the build, you know your story 🔥🔥🔥
@@bakesy_SA If they all just went like this🤣
Victory 😭🔥
I was so anxious when the engine wasn’t fitting 😂
The Zuma Laugh is crazy😂😂😂😂. Thanks for the great Video Sir.
@@thobilemditshwa8799 I forgot I put that there 🤣🤣
@RuanSchneider-jd6fx keep up the good work Sir, can't wait for that beast to hit em streets
@@thobilemditshwa8799 I think the streets wont do this build justice😎
The turbo sounds when it's idling are insane🔥
Thanks, mate. As I watched the camshaft position sensors replacement section, I realized that my M278 has the newer sensors, which should prevent the oil from getting in the harness. That's one less thing to worry about. Cheers.
glad the video could help in such a way.
Keep up the good work mate makes me realize I wanna work on cars as a job but would mentally be drained 😂 you make it look easy
@@ChristianKane-j7n 🤣🤣
This is the best video for 2024. Love this build. Thanks for the total cost of parts. All the best for 2025
@@movo786 then we’ll have to top this one for next week 🙂
Thank you 🙏
Really enjoy your video's,still waiting on that S class
@@danielleboko4575 S65 will come don’t worry😅
Because I smiled and giggled like a silly 10 year old boy when you couldn’t resist revving the akrapovic exhaust 😂😂😂😂. I just subscribed, you’re brilliant sir
@@tinayeshendlovu2567 🤣🤣🤣
The knowledge and wisdom of your content is marvelous, can't wait for the next one
I appreciate that!
Yohhhh this is the craziest video i have ever seen. Am hooked 😭🔥
@@Techguy_babyboy welcome 🫡🙂
That is a seriously sophisticated engine, the Germans dont mess around. Well done on another banger of a video :)
they sometimes mess us around hahaha
Real exciting watch boet.. already cannot wait for the next one.💯🔥
Another banger Ruan for making my Sunday loving the content you are a brave man but the right man for taking it on 🇬🇧👍🇬🇧👍
@@paulpateman6723 Thank you for all the support on this amazing journey 🫡
Hi from England I am new to your channel. I love it 🎉❤
@@lippy1213 amazing
Welcome 🙏
Epic work Ruan on this build and i am loving your work.
Congratulations on 11K subs.
@@motheolebelo Thank you 🙏
Wonderful work and great content man ! Good job and don’t stop doing this type of stuff! Watching from Greece! Me and my Mercedes mechanic are impressed!
@@ΆρηςΑνέστης-κ4υ amazing stuff
Thank you 🫡
That was intense. Congrats on the successful build
Ruan this video made my day that childlike rav of the engine was classic. Great content!!!
@@truthserum-za Thank you
So glad you enjoyed it 🫡
Watching from Michigan USA. Great work! 🎉😊
@@JBShazam amazing ❤️
Watching from zambia 🇿🇲 dream car loading
Another amazing video! I remember seeing this behemoth of a car a few year's back at a motor show at Grand West. Glad you bringing it back to life. Keep up the awesome work!
As a South African, I feel ashamed for subscribing so late. Wish I knew about this channel sooner 😢
@@2Rand 🤣
Welcome 🙏
Read your comment and felt embarrassed, pressed the subscribe button like a madman. All the best brother, viva
@@maxinare Thank you ❤️
Saw the leg moving and i was like "yep,he's going to rev it for sure"😂
@@lungile_m3 🤣like a kid, mommy said don’t touch….. 👉
Thank you Ruan for always making my Sundays
@@erickmungala7986 always a pleasure 🫡
Epic video mate! Best wishes from the UK 🇬🇧
@@iuhjhfdskjsdf Amazing
Thank you 🫡
I'm a new veiwer and just dicovered your chanel. Where were you all this time?! Finally a break from Mat Armstrong😅
@@mogadimetsosanele2285 Welcome 🙏
How am I only finding out about this channel now? With love from Namibia.
@@jesajaangula3701 welcome neighbour 🫡
It’s nice that you find right engine I am sure you will fix it fast
Mooi man, the way you are so meticulous is really refreshing, thanks for the great vid, no DNA just RSA🇿🇦
Ruan, do you have german blood in you😅? Your understanding of the inner workings and upgrade parts changed on the engine is astounding. Awesome 1st start up🎉😁👌
@@sunilpurshotam1641 😅
Loving your work and the channel. I'm all in
@@milindogugu5327 amazing 🫡
We back the best car rebuilder channel
Great stuff bud..... I wish I had your budget 😂
I'm busy rebuilding my mk7 gti and I'm stuck on the key programming (no funds)
But regardless, we push
@@Project_mk7gti MK7
Nice.
I feel you
I had to sell my daily to finance my first build
Now I can go to 2025 with a smile on my face, the BEAST is running, big up to you bro. you sacrificed your festive holidays for us so that you can drop another video, RESPECT RESPECT RESPECT!!!!!!!
@@LUCKYKHUNOU Looking out for my family 😉
sounds so good man and cant wait to see you wash it
I loved the vid bro. For someone who love this kind of content, I hope you'll be giving us more
On the button no cracking cracking cracking just BOOM
Well done.. First try starts👍
😂u had to rev it for the boys.... Great video... Finish up everything and give us a cold start man ....
you know haha
Please consider replacing the conrods and pistons in order to avoid bending the standard ones
Love your videos Ruan! Greetings from Germany :)
@@trstnvdh.carphotographymor5785 Amazing
Thabk you 🙏
Great episode, top job as always 👍
@@PitSmok 🙏
You are a legend in the making Ruan. Your content is amazing and yes i have been following your builds consistently. Keep it up and put S.A on the map with your skills. Salute!
@@brianmzizi3124 Thank you
And thank you for the support
Happy new year
Glad RUclips brought me back for this!
That thing sounds wicked i been keepin up w the series can’t wait to see it moving🙏
Great content Ruan. Consistency is key. Dont turn into a Tavarish. Show Mat whos the S.A. Daddy bru
@@MB-bg4mz Thank you 🙏
I know he doesn’t post as consistent as Mat but I admire Tavarish’s content and the way he gives back to the people around him.
Great reply Ruan! Looks like MB lacks humility
I was so anxious waiting to watch the build of the engine bro is a merc guru. The content and knowledge is always fire🔥🔥🔥🔥.. Keep it up bro.... How long does it take parts from Germany
@@mindmatters8339 🫡❤️
Joh Germany sometimes surprises you in a week, my longest wait was 10months 🫠
Excellent wok. Subbed from Zambia
@@nyashagoodangelmatope9054 Welcome 🙏
A few questions
1. How much was the 6x6 as is?
2. How much was the ML as is
3. I noticed the brabus foot sills, does this mean that 6x6 had a brabus 900hp engine previously?
4. Lastly what is your hourly rate on a engine rebuild and swap
Amazing work bro!! I enjoyed the in depth content
@@thatohatsinkabinde9723 Lovit!
Thank you
Damn 😂🔥🔥🔥🔥 that’s a monster sound
indeed that's the sound of success
Okay,this is next level.
Remove the ladder and the stuff on the roof 👀
Where have you been all along... Anyway I like the fact that all this is happening in South Africa❤🎉
KING RUAN DOING US PROUD
ANOTHER SUNDAY BANGER !❤.
@@GurshauwnJulies12 🫡
Great build but i didn't see you torque one bolt to factory specs. 🤔
ah man cant wait for the next video great job
Keep up the good work ntwana
@@siyabulelkrwentela7929 🫡
I can’t believe you started it up right away anytime you first start a motor you pull the fuel pump relay and turn it over till you build oil pressure
I always prime an engine before I start them especially turbo engines. that's why she fired up like a new car.
I thought you were also replacing the timing chains
bro the video is amazing, but u gotta work on ur thumbnail. Its just not attention catching. Keep it up man, love the work.
Congrats on the 10k subs, Ruan! On to 100k🎉
KILLING IT as usual!
Great video. When the videos start approaching 30 mins maybe consider halving them and dropping half mid week and half on a weekend, it doubles your views. This could have been a strip down and a rebuild and first start video. I personally watch youtube for 15-20 mins, any longer and I put it off and may forget to come back. Well done on the subscribers and you should start working on your Carvertical script, the sponsorship is comming.
Thank you for the information. I will start working on the script lol.
@@RuanSchneider-jd6fxNothing critical just a perspective. Noughties supercar next please. Its great asking other people to risk their money and spend their time taking the risk you are not qualified or brave enough to do. Have a Happy New Year.
@@stephenjones3415 🤣Happy new year🥳
I love the consistency
Excellent amigo ❤
Amazing work!
I really help this will work, i hold thumbs😅
Congratulations. Amazing!
@@eatdriveplay thank you
Wondering if that one way valve will create other issues over time. I assume oil changes will be more regular than norm to prevent any gunk in the ball bearing.
perhaps a bit hindsight, but should probably have inspected the conrod and crank bearings whilst replacing the pump. Since you went all out
definitely don't want like gunk.
I performed oil test to check for metals. didn't want to disturb them if not necessary
@@RuanSchneider-jd6fx ah yes, forgot about oil checks. Well done on the build, would love to see a follow up vid with the total costs etc.
"...maybe i shouldn't..." and you continued to rev it up, lol.
@@masanakhabelane3573 😆
keep up the good word. Love it
@@waeltawile thank you 🙏
Nice skills,respect
Nice content keep up the good work making SA proud 👏
@@malcolmmay5674 🫡❤️
I’ve been waiting Jhb for this 🙏🏽
I can’t understand that someone owned a $1m car, then needs a new $50k factory engine, but does not pay for it.
@@MatthewHammond-d3b Its not about the money…
Some people have so much money that certain things become disposable. Unfortunately this beauty became one. I'm just thankful that I found his channel and get to see her journey to a second life!
@@RuanSchneider-jd6fx exactly! Dubai is full of million dollar vehicles everywhere and those rich people aren't repairing them.
You are doing the things 😁
I wasn't aware that 30 minutes can be this short. 🎉🎉🎉
@@chipa_mm4596 😅
Great build