DIESEL ENGINE REBUILD - WILL IT START ? - LR4 SDV6 / S4-Ep18

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  • Опубликовано: 14 окт 2024
  • In this episode, we complete the install of our newly repaird engine in our Land Rover Discovery LR4, which had a snapped crankshaft after only 40.000 miles. Will it start? See for your self in this video. OMG.
    We are not liable for any harm you do to your car, your engine, your surroundings or yourself. Use the information given in this video at your own risk.
    We hope you enjoy the video and thanks for watching,
    Vera
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Комментарии • 737

  • @TheGalifrey
    @TheGalifrey Год назад +154

    That tip on opening cable tie packs will change my life 😁

    • @AdeptHavelock
      @AdeptHavelock Год назад +11

      Was just thinking the same...Christian and Vera spend half a lifetime rebuilding an engine = I learn how to open a pack of cable ties 😂

    • @rogerstarkey5390
      @rogerstarkey5390 Год назад +3

      But also buy the reusable ones (yes, it's "a thing")

    • @mdshovel
      @mdshovel Год назад +19

      Every day is a school day ... In my mid 60s and worked on vehicles and electrical installations all my life, must have used thousands of cable ties ... and finally learned not to just cut the top corner off a pack .. what the hell have I been doing with my life .. lol ... 🤠

    • @nelsyoung833
      @nelsyoung833 Год назад +3

      Simple things means a lot

    • @TracyCorbett
      @TracyCorbett Год назад +2

      ​@@rogerstarkey5390 The reusable ones changed my life :)

  • @stephenmcintosh93
    @stephenmcintosh93 Год назад +10

    "cos Vera isn't around and you can do shit like that"... actually made me spit our my tea and choke laughing. 🤣

  • @stephenbeattie-sy1ds
    @stephenbeattie-sy1ds Год назад +80

    congratulations to you both, I have really enjoyed watching all your hard work.❤

  • @MrDrz400s
    @MrDrz400s Год назад +54

    Fantastic as always, when Vera was soo happy about it starting. You both continue to amaze me, everything you do it too perfection, you could maybe publish that step by step guide now ❤ patreons only of course 😂

  • @paulgerard5413
    @paulgerard5413 Год назад +15

    By far the best mechanics on RUclips. Christian, your sense of humour is superb and Vera, I couldn’t stop laughing every time you mentioned 5W Dumbass.
    So love this channel, I look forward to every Sunday.

  • @woodnugget1301
    @woodnugget1301 Год назад +26

    Absolutely awesome Vera’s enthusiasm when it started was so uplifting. Fantastic 🙏🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿❤️

  • @jamesgibb9737
    @jamesgibb9737 Год назад +29

    I'm so so impressed, I never doubted you for a second, I just didn't believe it would be this quick. Glad this channel is beginning to get the views it deserves. You are amazing

    • @faroukwasswa3588
      @faroukwasswa3588 Год назад +2

      I subscribed the first time I came across this channel, this couple is super daring, they will open up anything like they manufactured it, I love them alot.

    • @WillyD27
      @WillyD27 Год назад

  • @ccconlan2670
    @ccconlan2670 Год назад +8

    ITS LR TIME😊😊😊😊 SUNDAYS JUST WOULDNT BE THE SAME WITHOUT IT😊😊😊

    • @ccconlan2670
      @ccconlan2670 Год назад

      A question for christian.what battery was installed.i couldnt see the make.a good battery for a discovery 4 is the heart of the vehicle👍👍

  • @Discoveryjamie
    @Discoveryjamie Год назад +39

    I think honestly this might save a few disco 4 from the breakers and give a few people that wouldn’t normally have a go might now. What was the total cost so far? As that’s a big factor for repairs too. Great job both of you. Vera reminds me of my wife too. So organised

    • @samrodian919
      @samrodian919 Год назад +7

      Yes it may save one or two, but only if you have a methodical German mind and an "Oh my God"! Wife lol. Plus a two or four post lift in your garden !

    • @Discoveryjamie
      @Discoveryjamie Год назад +4

      @@samrodian919 when Vera swears it makes it so real I think. It’s exactly how my wife would help too 😂 great team ain’t they

  • @DavidHallworth
    @DavidHallworth Год назад +6

    Am grinning from ear to ear for you both. The videos on this series have been absolutely fantastic. You deserve to have many, many happy miles in that car after all of that work. I can’t wait to see what your next project is! 😁

  • @PillSharks
    @PillSharks Год назад +11

    I take my hat off to you both!! Honestly, you both must have so much patience and enthusiasm to get this finished.. well done.

  • @AW-Services
    @AW-Services Год назад +14

    Another amazing instalment of the clickidy click show. You both are amazing, and I've spent the whole time laughing while watching your faultless German precision and attention to detail. A massive achievement and congratulations to you both on bringing it back to life 👏
    Am I the only subscriber that's never owned or will get a landrover? But enjoys mechanical and entertaining video's

  • @Wolfie387
    @Wolfie387 Год назад +24

    A magnificent victory in the long battle of the crankshaft. Vera's joy in the LR4 sparking into life was palpable...and not a toothbrush in sight. Brilliant series, well done Christian & Vera.👍👏

    • @hughjanus3347
      @hughjanus3347 11 месяцев назад

      Er, you been watching the wrong vids?? LR3 - it's the whole point of the channel

  • @CeesVerhoog
    @CeesVerhoog Год назад +6

    Beautiful moment when the car started! Allmost tears in my eyse of emotions 🙂 good job!

  • @steveruddy6353
    @steveruddy6353 Год назад +7

    You are both fantastic, what an achievement to rebuild the Discovery! Loved watching the project.

  • @bobby3378
    @bobby3378 Год назад +6

    Congratulations to Vera and her assistant Christian. The absolute joy when that engine started was palpable. What an achievement. I might just watch the whole series again. Thank you.

  • @muiruri_ke
    @muiruri_ke Год назад +6

    The Pyro-Fuse can easily give you a heart attack.
    Congratulations to both of you. That was a splendid job.
    Perhaps you can consider doing a video of the cost breakdown and your thoughts on the entire project.

  • @cockerhamsands
    @cockerhamsands Год назад +28

    You two are my favourite couple on RUclips - you are an absolute scream!
    Christian you are a living engineering masterclass.
    Vera you are a little cutie and you make me laugh throughout your videos.
    Keep up the fantastic work!

    • @landyfan5366
      @landyfan5366 Год назад +5

      Vera is a better Mechanic than I will ever be.

    • @Cous1nJack
      @Cous1nJack Год назад

      Nice ingrained sexism. Male: master, engineer. Female: cute, funny.

  • @davidellis279
    @davidellis279 Год назад +8

    As a diesel mechanic I am very impressed with what you have done and congratulate you on your excellent achievement in repairing that engine,I haven’t done one of these myself yet and after watching you two battle with this one I’m NOT sure I want too. It would be nice to know just how much you spent on parts and gaskets Ect and the total amount of hours it took you to achieve your goal of turning a disaster into this great achievement,well done.

  • @ege-hoj2918
    @ege-hoj2918 Год назад +3

    It’s not unbelievable that it runs like nothing, it is the logical result of brilliant pedantic and intelligent work of you both. Thanks a lot to share it with us!
    Congratulations!

  • @robinscott3210
    @robinscott3210 Год назад

    Probably better put together than the factory did - precision attention to detail on build ! Great entertainment also - SUPER !

  • @gazzafloss
    @gazzafloss Год назад +10

    Looks like you now have yourselves another fine LR Disco 4, that will be better than it left the factory, that colour is perfect. And well earned it has been, nice work once again Vera and Christian.

  • @stefdundek8800
    @stefdundek8800 Год назад +7

    Aaaahhhhhh. Sooooo much satisfaction. Vera's excitement was quite contagious. Well done to you both!

  • @TheDaf95xf
    @TheDaf95xf Год назад +3

    Evening Vera. Your excitement when Christian turned the key and the LR bursting into life was one of the very best episodes 😊 That LR must be a keeper for you both 👍🏻 That engine rebuild is a real credit to you both. I couldn’t see any old Dumb arse doing what you’ve done 🤣 Big kiss for Vera as always 😘

  • @halvardkallestad2676
    @halvardkallestad2676 Год назад +1

    I have to say I'm getting more and more impressed by you guys. Christian a really good mechanic and engineer with good humoristic sense, and Vera the OMG-firework, where did you find her!?? Thank you for inspiring us other Discovery owners:-)

  • @Giorg189
    @Giorg189 Год назад

    Vera is making a good quality control on everything, plus videotaping. Christian you hit a jack pot with such a good woman.

  • @MorningNapalm
    @MorningNapalm Год назад

    After walking around in Spreewald in the sun all day, now is the time to grab a beer, and lean back to watch LR Time!

  • @marksweetman8765
    @marksweetman8765 Год назад +9

    Had absolutely no doubt that there would be any problems after all that amazing work. Well done!

  • @jackcaven9614
    @jackcaven9614 Год назад

    Eureka! Vera's excitement when it started was a joy.... she's a joy!

  • @tirabbi1
    @tirabbi1 Год назад +5

    Congratulations on the rebuild. It sounds so smooth, like a Toyota. Especially enjoyed Vera’s jubilation at the engine starting & the oil pressure jumping straight up to level. 🎉❤

  • @simon-mouse8739
    @simon-mouse8739 Год назад +13

    I am so happy for you both that I am still smiling after watching this😊it sounds fantastic and no faults or leaks I hope you enjoy it for many years. It gives me even more enthusiasm to press on with my build. You guys take home mechanics to another level and the rest of us can learn so much to help keep our own LR trucks on the road too 😁well done

  • @edwardgrimes8572
    @edwardgrimes8572 Год назад

    Congrats!!! I am not sure who was more excited at the start-up....me or Vera!

  • @anthonywilson4873
    @anthonywilson4873 Год назад

    The excitement of starting a rebuilt engine never changes.

  • @nordland55
    @nordland55 Год назад

    Das heutige Highlight vom Ideenreichtum of german engineering war ohne zweifel, das ausrichten des Gehäuses mit faden und lot. Der beste tip für die Praxis: Die Tüte der Kabelbinder in der Mitte öffnen.
    Das der Motor schnurrt wie ein Kätzchen, war mir klar, bei der präzisen arbeit.
    Weiter so... ich liebe es ! Heinz

  • @pwatom22
    @pwatom22 Год назад +4

    Wow... Hugely impressive. Very few folks would undertake that as a DIY job. Kudos to you and Vera for a taking us through that. You have a beautiful, rust free and hopefully reliable disco 4 there now.

  • @stephendawson9947
    @stephendawson9947 Год назад

    Brilliant, i'm not sure who was more excited when it started, me or Vera.
    Well done guys an awesome job

  • @bobevansIW
    @bobevansIW Год назад +3

    Wow! I am in awe of you both 😁. Many congratulations on the success of rebuilding that engine, you both should be so very proud of yourselves. My heart sank when you first tried to start it, but I was elated when you fixed the problem. That D4 is a very smart looking car, also. What a great buy 👍. Plenty of OMG's to keep the show going, too!! Take care you two, and can't wait to see what next week brings 😉🇬🇧

  • @doncorleon9
    @doncorleon9 Год назад +2

    You guys make my day.
    Soon as I saw the notification I dropped what I was doing to watch the video.

  • @wizziam116
    @wizziam116 Год назад

    The sheer joy in Vera’s voice made me giggle. Fantastic 💪

  • @NathanNostaw
    @NathanNostaw Год назад +10

    Such a rewarding sound after all the hard work. You two are awesome. I hope more discos are saved due to this success. What a beautiful machine.

  • @poemdaily
    @poemdaily Месяц назад

    If only every mechanic had a wife like Vera.

  • @paulgardner8312
    @paulgardner8312 Год назад +2

    Seeing this, one wonders how much more complex could JLR have made this!

  • @doncorleon9
    @doncorleon9 Год назад +1

    All land rover fans across the world just exclaimed soon as it started.
    Ooofff! What a trip!

  • @grahamarthur
    @grahamarthur Год назад +7

    Absolutely sensational job! Been such a pleasure to watch this project. Massive congratulations. 👏

  • @willlowbridge350
    @willlowbridge350 Год назад

    Just imagine if had only been that main fuse all the time. 😂. Truly love this project.

  • @thomaslawry5238
    @thomaslawry5238 Год назад

    Wonderful !
    Congratulations on a successful end to "an Everest of a task".
    Emotions were running high.
    Proof - Vera ...."FAARK !"
    When the starter motor only clicked.
    A level above her "OMG !".
    Vera & Christian putting Land-Rover Germany to shame for not supporting a customer.

  • @ProudPapa-zd6gs
    @ProudPapa-zd6gs Год назад

    Confession time, I am a die-hard Toyota fan who will never ever own a Land Rover, but I wait patiently all week for your Sunday videos.
    My ultimate dream and fantasy is for Christian and Wera to cross to the "Dark Side" of Toyota ownership, if only briefly and teach us all how to make Coffee.
    The excitement and elation of the engine start brought joy to my Heart.
    Great Job, Great Team.

  • @Drmcclung
    @Drmcclung Год назад

    "That was out of context" 😆😆😆
    Fantastic fix guys, amazing! ✌️

  • @pixelsted
    @pixelsted Год назад

    That ecstatic and victorious 'Oh my God' from Vera wraps it up well...

  • @huwfish
    @huwfish Год назад

    I had a huge smile on my face when it started. You two bring me so much joy. Thank you. X

  • @NickAtkins-m8y
    @NickAtkins-m8y Год назад

    That was by far one of the best series of videos I've watched on RUclips for a very long time. Congratulations on an awsome rebuild. Having rebuilt engines myself, I know that elation of hearing is start up for the first time. Definitely have me hooked on your channel.

  • @ahmtkmts8019
    @ahmtkmts8019 Год назад

    Als Hobbyschrauber habe ich damals meinen Daihatsu 3 Zylinder Motor zerlegt und wieder zusammen gebaut. Dieser Moment, wenn der Motor gestartet wird, ist unglaublich. Ich habe mir sehr viele engine rebuild Videos angeschaut . Dieses Video von euch ist mit Abstand das emotionalste und schönste Video überhaupt!!
    Viele Grüße aus Wuppertal

  • @koniciwa1978
    @koniciwa1978 Год назад

    Congrats Christian and Vera. Most reliable land rovers are those fixed by you Christian.
    Enjoy your new vehicle.

  • @Discovery_Dad
    @Discovery_Dad Год назад

    Hi, my name's Ian and I've managed 1 day without saying click-click when tightening up a nut without a torque wrench....
    Starting was never in doubt, well done, great videos. 👌

  • @andymcvean9631
    @andymcvean9631 Год назад

    Although I thoroughly enjoyed your well presented and beautifully edited piece, the cable tie hack was the best!!!

  • @Rickwardful
    @Rickwardful Год назад +4

    I’m sure we all share your excitement at having brought back another Discovery to life. A superb job, expertly performed. One hell of an achievement! Congratulations. Probably the best and most interesting task you have ever shown us, so far.
    Once the celebrations are over, please could I now have a body off repair? But in my case, please could you swap my entire body for one about 30 years younger?

  • @frgc6159
    @frgc6159 Год назад +1

    Glorious moment! Congratulations and enjoy driving your hard work around! No doubt you now have the best diesel powered LR4 on the road! 🎉 no other LR4 on the planet runs as smoothly as your new garage queen! 😎

  • @faroukwasswa3588
    @faroukwasswa3588 Год назад

    Wowwwowww, I held my breath on first crank, couldn't hold it any longer when she laughed with alotta joy on first start😂😂. I really wonder how much you put into tools and equipment, you are super loaded with tools.

  • @DS-sd8bk
    @DS-sd8bk Год назад

    Grandios!! Ich kann euer Gefühl beim ersten Fehlstart und dann bei der ersten Zündung echt gut nachempfinden. Ich ziehe meinen Hut vor eurer grandiosen Leistung!! Klasse gemacht! Ich hoffe mein Jaguar mit dem 3.0 D V6 mit 275 PS Baujahr 2013 mit diesem Motor, wird keine gebrochene gebrochene Kurbelwelle haben 😂. Ich könnte die Reparatur nicht durchführen.
    Toll gemacht und tolles Video!

  • @Zer0kbps
    @Zer0kbps Год назад

    You folks are amazing, I suspect that Dicso is probably better than factory new now, you've literally rebuilt it to perfection.

  • @warwickbunn1250
    @warwickbunn1250 Год назад

    'Oh my god', I'm not the only one who uses anti seize grease. Superb.❤
    What a superb series very clickety click factually rich with such detail and fabulous humour and in a foreign, or as we call it, correct language 😆🤣 I've learnt so much and some I may need therapy to forget as I'd still like a Disco 4 😆😅🤣
    Please rest easy before the next project. On the otherhand I can't wait for the next one. 😁
    Brilliant production too ❤
    Congratulations to you both. 👏

  • @johnlydon533
    @johnlydon533 6 месяцев назад

    Well done. Great job. Enjoyed watching professionals at work. 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @robinireland810
    @robinireland810 Год назад

    So, today I treated myself to some nice cold cuts of roast lamb along with a few Yorkshire Puddings whilst watching your final instalment of this unmissable series. A small glass of my wife’s birthday Champagne sealed the deal.
    I’m looking forward to enjoying some more choice Sunday lunch leftovers when you unveil your next must see project.
    Well done both of you for rendering my television surplus to requirements.

  • @robertpearse237
    @robertpearse237 Год назад

    Hello Lovely ones. Yes i know i have deserted the Discovery camp and gone to Honda but as i promised i am still watching and loving your videos. "Keep up the good work" Thank you Vera and Christian. Congratulations from Down Under.

  • @philredshaw7456
    @philredshaw7456 Год назад +1

    Congratulations to you both, a truly fantastic achievement bringing that engine back from the brink of a trip to the scrap man. I think the highlight that will stay with me was Vera’s reaction when the engine burst into life, absolutely priceless. 👍

  • @richdudester
    @richdudester Год назад +3

    Congratulations on the birth of a healthy Land Rover! Really enjoyed watching this. Quality content and entertaining as always :-)

  • @batfalcononyoutube
    @batfalcononyoutube Год назад

    Have to say that I ADMIRE your courrage. Congratulations!

  • @khunchai43
    @khunchai43 Год назад

    The quality of your work is much better than the professional garage.

  • @jackthornton3496
    @jackthornton3496 11 месяцев назад

    Well done Master Mechanics of the German kind ! You both are truly amazing ! from Jack Previous owner of 2 Discovery Ones... Melbourne Aust.

  • @PaulMoorhousehankooks
    @PaulMoorhousehankooks 7 месяцев назад

    Brings back memories for me when I repaired a Vauxhall vectra

  • @michelod.i.y.5202
    @michelod.i.y.5202 Год назад

    Never had any doubts, really enjoyed following this journey

  • @BenVallack
    @BenVallack Год назад

    Absolutely amazing. Staggeringly impressive and so rewarding for you. Wonderful to watch.

  • @grahamclifton5849
    @grahamclifton5849 Год назад

    Fantastic work guys, you're tipping me back from audi ownership to landrover discovery ownership.
    I can't be the only one thinking that Vera's excitement of the engine starting was really genuine & christian was bound to get lucky that night 😊

  • @tonyfulton9966
    @tonyfulton9966 Год назад +1

    Bravo! Every day is a school day. How come I got to 59 years old opening cable tie bags the wrong way. Doh!

  • @joncorry
    @joncorry Год назад +4

    Well done you two, great to see the long hours and hard work paid off. That D4 is a stunner.

  • @paulgilliland2992
    @paulgilliland2992 Год назад

    Brilliantly done . Many thanks for the laughs especially Vera’s on start up.

  • @MrMainty1
    @MrMainty1 Год назад

    An end of an era, the most enjoyable era and I have personally thoroughly enjoyed every moment sharing it with you! Hope to see you more 👍👍👍

  • @mikerodas1
    @mikerodas1 Год назад

    Loved Vera's excitement and enthusiasm when the engine fired up!

  • @reniergrobler8504
    @reniergrobler8504 Год назад

    Well done you two, i especially liked to AC/DC at the end. 🙂 You two are an awesome team to manage this all by yourself.

  • @andicog
    @andicog Год назад +2

    Well done! Great repair. Good taste in cars and music! 👍⛈️⚡

  • @rafflesnh
    @rafflesnh Год назад +4

    Thank you Vera and Christian for a thoroughly enjoyable project. Well done to you and look forward to your next one as soon as you have recovered from this one!

  • @7443jan
    @7443jan Год назад

    Perfect! What a good job. How nice when everything works out well. Two happy people when completing a job like this. Nice to see also.

  • @darrelldavison3876
    @darrelldavison3876 Год назад +1

    Brilliant job well done ! Just love your banter very interesting you made it look easy , pays to have such a great helping wife ! Enjoy your motoring ,gawd cable tie idea OMG 😊

  • @hungarianzozo
    @hungarianzozo Год назад

    Vera and Christian, just come across your channel. You two are just fabulous - entertaining and educational. Congratulations.

  • @rachaelplant2504
    @rachaelplant2504 9 месяцев назад

    Thank you ! not only are you both informative you are fun too ! brilliant !

  • @hakanduman1282
    @hakanduman1282 Год назад +1

    Wonderful job you both finished. Congrats.

  • @akira5982
    @akira5982 Год назад +1

    Awesome job Christian & vera, another successful rebuild & another great video, show the landrover repair centre how its done 😎

  • @larrysimon1
    @larrysimon1 Год назад +1

    Great video from a great team .................well done !

  • @ianwynn9962
    @ianwynn9962 Год назад

    Another wonderful video, love Vera’s reaction when it starts 😂

  • @louikamanga7303
    @louikamanga7303 Год назад

    absolutely fantastic, could feel Vera's joy, so authentic.....'Already looking for a vacant house down your lane and happy for you!

  • @simonflanders4462
    @simonflanders4462 Год назад +2

    Amazing as always, and I love Vera's excitement when it started. Have you guys thought about offering this as a service? Asking for a friend.😉

  • @perrywoodfine8703
    @perrywoodfine8703 Год назад

    Gee you guys put together a very enjoyable video. Netflix should sign you up!!

  • @nelsyoung833
    @nelsyoung833 Год назад +1

    You both are real partners. You made LRs' so realiable.

  • @limyrob1383
    @limyrob1383 Год назад

    I love the way that you take a problem a problem that has probably ruined many a marriage and caused a lot of misery, and turn it into a fun family activity! This has got to the be the best "life gives you lemons make lemonade" story ever! Priceless😀

  • @ianaristotlethompson4186
    @ianaristotlethompson4186 Год назад

    The feeling of elation is palpable in the whole known universe and beyond. I’m happy for you. Great job.

  • @geoffforduk
    @geoffforduk Год назад +2

    Congrats to you both, what a great job. Your reactions to first startup were priceless! ♥

  • @angelo-212lb
    @angelo-212lb Год назад

    22:40 I went emotional to!!!
    Congratulations!!!

  • @mdshovel
    @mdshovel Год назад +2

    Fantastic - and a big welcome back to the multitude of "OMG"s ... plus quite a few others 😁 That excitement we all know when an engine starts and the oil pressure holds .. priceless. Great job, well done you two 🖖

  • @harringtonfalls
    @harringtonfalls Месяц назад

    Brilliant engineering application. 🇬🇧

  • @MorningNapalm
    @MorningNapalm Год назад

    I have that LEGO Defender, and it was a pleasure to assemble, very neat gearbox too.