While I have 4 bmws I'm a disabled veteran with hardware in my neck, lumbar & fixing to have both knees replaced. Needless to say I can't do these kind of repairs anymore it gives me great joy to see a professional do this repair. Awesome job and I really enjoyed seeing you clean all your components while your mechanicing is truly enjoyable ( I'm OCD). This is my favorite channel now and I can't wait to see your channel grow and get some sponsorship. Awesome job DIY as always.
First of all, THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE!!! Always such a pleasure reading your comments and feedback. I consider you to be one of my biggest supporters and I really appreciate it. I hope your knee surgery goes smoothly, and ill keep the content comin for ya :)
I am not a technician. In fact, installing new windshield wipers is sometimes a challenge. But I LOVE watching your videos. So impressed with your knowledge and skill but maybe even more importantly, I admire your calm resolve when you encounter unexpected problems along the way. Thank you for being an inspiration for me, not just car-wise but life-wise. Love you dog, too!
Thank you Rick! Your comment means a lot! I always try to keep a level head, frustration does happen time to time but it doesnt help get the job done. I really appreciate the kind words and feedback :)
Dear Chris, Kudos from European BMW E46/E39/E38 Community. Good Work! Congrats that you did not resign. I did a E39 530i A with M54B30 Engine replacement last year and remember a lot of your work, eg the fu w the transmission-to-engine-to-starter assembling. ✊ A combustion engine is only as good as maintained fluids cycles. So I learned to replace all different fluids, pipes and seals frequently… Tough job to complete all lying on your back. The cooler pipe O-Rings are silicon rings, also fitting for the servo steering. I always buy and supply oem ones in sufficient numbers… My transmission shifter was complete rusty and i had a follow up session at a original ZF shop to replace. Now everything works well… As i can recognize your bmw is in a good condition, e.g. exhaust pipes. Thanks for sharing! Enjoy driving your E46 👏👏👏 UP PS. Check M539-restorations YT channel for further inspiration (English language channel) 🎏
Thanks for the awesome comment! I really appreciate it. I do watch M539, didn’t find him til after I started this channel actually! Great source for knowledge. Cheers on your engine replacement
I’ve watched every single video and love how you didn’t send the torque converter off with the car. You care about your work and it shows cannot wait for you to blow up like you deserve you really do deserve it. Keep up the good work can’t wait for the next vid!
I was organizing my office, I run a computer repair shop, while watching this video & I didn't even realize it was over an hour long. To be honest, it flew by. Normally I watch for the great camera angles on work I've never done & may never do, but I have worked on these cars in the past so I find it really educational. Today though, I was occupied organizing my mess of electronics & what not, so I didn't see much, but I heard everything. Thanks for posting, looking forward to the next one.
Awesome to hear Allan. Sounds like I have a formula that works if you can enjoy mostly through audio. Also sounds like an awesome business! If I ever need some knowledge on computers I may reach out to you in the future :)
@@DayOffDIY Of course. I've been certified on hardware & software nearly 22 years, since I was a kid. Also, it really was, you kept a great narrative the entire time.
I know how challenging is to work on these cars but, when the work is done it gave you an amazing feeling. I wish I could take your e46 right to home, it’s such the most reliable bmw e46 in the world
Wow, such an amount of work, but you nailed it! I now totally understand that you weren't looking forward to doing the trans converter. Big respect for both your skills and insisting and doing it. Definitely gave a great episode for us, thanks for that!
Alec I absolutely love your channel bro! Especially because I can relate to all these issues you fix . I finally smoked my daily e46 and I’m embarrassed to admit it was the lower intake boot in the iac accordion connection had 2 big rips and I’m aware of this issue is common but it was less than 2 years old an from FCP . But got a new one on the way . I will support your channel no matter what although I love the e46 and Bmw content is what landed me here plus your thoroughness and OCD I can appreciate it ! Keep on being yourself it’s working do what you like and feel will work . I hope this is your full time job sooner than later .
Chad my man! Glad to hear you found your leak! Don’t feel too bad, I’ve made that same mistake and missed a leak on that lower hose too, but hey! Now you can smoke it anytime you need! Vacuum leaks are no match for you now. I appreciate the support brother, got a bunch of really cool people on here, we gotta keep it rolling! Cheers Chad! 🍻
@@DayOffDIY absolutely! Appreciate that and we will . Thanks for your time and efforts . Also for the great attitude and detail . Man that e46 is an amazing car basically like new and you cannot match the solidness and drivability of these cars . They are handling machines. Someone is gonna get a gem 💎.
The amount of work and detail you put into these videos is insane.. Kudos! We all love your videos. Keep on killing it with the awesome content! Seriously the best channel for BMWs right here.
That was so full of good info! You may have solved my whoosh issue after I shut down my engine!? The trans line drain, the drive train tips... I'll be researching this many times. I appreciate you sharing your knowledge out here. You've encouraged me to buy floor jack and scanner and try and fix my hard shift and p0171-174 issues and dig up on 2 more small things. I've got a really clean e46 to refresh so you've been hitting on things I need to know. Keep refreshing e46's all the M. and 330 versions are about trashed by now so it's time for the base model 325i. I've got only 89k and a hard shift to figure out. Other subjects are welcome you live in a pretty area so seeing that along with your projects will be a broader view of your life is good. Great job!!! Keep it coming. Yahoo to you and your good work!
You know, Ive been wondering what could be causing your issue and youre right, that valve might be your issue! you could pop it off and check vacuum on the hose! if its releasing vacuum that could be your noise. 89k is practically brand new! id love to work on a car that fresh. Appreciate the feedback Bog, cheers dude!
@@DayOffDIY Thanks man. It hit me today when I saw you check yours. I just wasn't sure what all systems in a car are pressureized and near the firewall drivers side. Thanks for your input. Yea my seats are not even close to broke in. 04 Alpine white and it's detailed but sitting in a pause for fundage. My brain is screaming in frustration. lol. I'll let you know. Thanks man. Much appreciated.
@@bogusienombre355 awesome to hear, yeah let me know what you find out with that valve! Also fill us in when you tear into that thing, sounds cherry! Love that white
You're a good man, fixing and taking good care of the old car before selling it to make sure the next owner will have a reliable car. No need to remove the whole driveshaft: just lower the center support bearing off the studs, then slide the front half into the splines of the rear half shaft and this should let the front flange off the tranny output flange long pilot pin. Use string to hold up and support the rear half to prevent damaging the rear CV joint. At 11:17 we can see the Stop Buffer rubber on the cross member, just to the right of the yellow sticker, between the oil pan and the cross member. The top of the buffer is a piece of hard plastic that the lowered oil pan bottom on, preventing the tranny/engine to tilt back further. So removing this buffer will let the tranny lower down more to gain acess to the tranny top right bolt easier. Best of luck.
i pulled it on this one to replace the center support bearing, would be tough to get leverage and do the replacement with the driveshaft on the car, however i usually just bungee cord them to the sides. good tip on tilting the negine!
This was a very good watch. I have a 01 330ci with a torque converter problem so I needed this video. One quick tip I learned on the fan blade. if you start the engine and just hold the fan up to the water pump it'll catch itself and won't start turning until you let go of the fan. So much easier.
Thanks for the info! ive done that before, just not always comfortable doing it with a running engine. Glad you enjoyed the video!!! Thanks for the support
Thanks for this 1 hour video! I have been watching your channel for some time now. If I am honest, I only watch the videos of you working on the BMW. Nice to see how things work as I am not a mechanic. Would like to buy the car if I would live in the US. But that is not the case. Hope someone that is watching the channel will take it of your hands. Bye Marcel from The Netherlands
Im glad you enjoyed it Marcel! The BMW videos are my favorite too to be honest, but they also cost me the most money to make in parts and labor lol. Once I get this E46 sold I will keep the BMW train rolling
One thing I did to help make draining my pan less messy was to get a medium sized mortar mixing tub from home depot to use as my drain pan instead of my usual round pan i've been using for oil changes. Worked really well and after a good clean up I can use it for mixing mortar when I do my bathroom tiles later this year.
Amazing work brother. Started watching your channel after acquiring an 2005 325i e46 from my neighbor for nothing. Car was sitting in garage for months. 88000 miles. Interior and exterior in excellent conditions. Learning tons from your videos. Thanks for taking the time educating us and providing your outstanding detailed mechanical experience. Awesome pleasure watching you and your pup. You have my support. God bless
I prefer your longer videos. I like to watch when I’m just chillin or need to be working on my own cars lol glad the e46 has came together so well. I legit just finished my project e53 too but I’m keeping it for now.
Thanks for the feedback! I feel the same way, watching other automotive creators gets me motivated to get back in the garage. Congrats on finishing your E53!
I watched all of this last night 🙌😂 Another amazing video my man. Seeing your channel growth is awesome. You definitely have the ability to make this RUclips gig full time with the quality of your videos.
I'm a day late watching this and BOOM! Look at all the comments! You went above and beyond with this car, Alec! This job on jack stands is no joke. Even with a lift, it's time consuming, nevermind determining camera angles and saying things at the right moments. I know you want to do more than just BMW/car content, so I think you should definitely explore that and watch the analytics. Selfishly, I'd enjoy your "current recipe" making the next generation of E9X content as those cars are getting up there in age and maintenance neglect. Double thumbs up!
Thanks Craig! I think we got a good recipe goin too. I wont branch too far out from here, just need to free up some funds so I can get another project car once this one is sold. Really appreciate the comment :)
@@DayOffDIY I REALLY hope a Subscriber buys this!!! In my head, I've more than justified this as a reason to fly out from Massachusetts and drive it back 3,000 miles. Unfortunately, my wife would leave me if I showed up with a 5th BMW! 😬.
@@VNEMUS lololol I think someone will scoop it up. Ive gotten a few emails about her, and I have yet to take photos and post details. Yeah she might make you sleep in your new E46 outside lol
@@DayOffDIY there are also websites available where viewers and subs can donate to buy a coffer or a beer for ya. In that way, maybe that will support in the nearby future to pick up a new project (e39, e38, e46, maybe some other cars you like).... have a good weekend!
Thank you for this video I have never worked in a transmission but my torque converter on my 03 525i just started leaking trans fluid like crazy and your video has given me the confidence to work on my car in my garage.
I have no doubt in my mind that this channel is gonna gain some more traction lol . Love watching your videos bro I’m always learning and like all the attention to detail and thorough explanations on your dIY content. Your definitely an inspiration! Watching your videos makes me want to go back to school and get into wrenching on vehicles .
amazing video! we can definitely see the humble and genuine guy that you are! just keep on going and all your goals will be achieved. much love from portugal
Seemed like it was fun. Anyway I’m just starting to learn about car maintenance and I found your videos. I really have enjoyed them. Love your attitude and how you explain it all.
Whoa, an hour long video! Giving us all some solid content, this sets a new bar now. Great job fixing the torque converter and well worth it as you now know you won't be selling the car with any mechanical issues. Feedback on other video content, definitely, I'm about to pull some more rotted fence posts this weekend and instead of digging them out I'll be using the car jack method you used. For suggested content, get a neglected Mini with a manual gearbox. Still a Beemer and you can do some tasteful performance enhancements. Would love to see HVAC work and an automatic transmission rebuild on your channel. Instead of using a Sharpie to record maintenance get some waterproof sticker printer paper and make a cool maintenance sticker with your logo. You can make oil change reminders too. Time for a MaxJax or QuickJack instead of sketchy jackstands. Last week I bought the smoke machine you had on your channel. I liked the fact, as you pointed out, they are an American company. Onward and upward!
Thanks Marc! Your feedback is super helpful to me! Ill definitely be upgrading my lift system in the future, just trying to get some cash together for a proper kit. Hope the fence post repairs go smoothly! Also I like the idea of a Mini. Ive been keeping my eyes out on craigslist, I do have quite a bit of experience on those cars, as troublesome as they are sometimes lol. HVAC would be a good episode too. As far as rebuilding an auto trans, its a bit outside my knowledge but Im sure I could figure it out! Also congrats on the smoke machine! its such a helpful tool, gotta love supporting domestic family owned businesses. Cheers!!!
Great work on this Beemer baby! I'm on my 2nd one (e90 3 series, f25 X3) and I dont think I'll ever drive anything else. You have a great easy to understand way of speaking and explaining things. Being in N/Central Cali (I can tell from the highway) is not a bad way to spend any day!
Thank you! love the E90s, great car. I appreciate the kind words! Not many people notice my location from the roadways but you know whats up. gotta love the redwoods!
Great video. Just one tip to add, you can typically read the transmission temperature with your scanner live data function for filling, no need for a thermometer.
Congratulations brother! It runs amazing so happy to see you complete the last big job on this car. Whoever’s gonna get this is gonna get a buttery smooth running car. The work and effort you put into it is amazing and can't wait to watch you continue making videos. Also love the camera angles and little details you go into repairing/fixing something so thank you!
It’s was a great job! really your videos can be like a manual to repairing e46 .So cool to see how you clean all parts up! I wish you to growing up on youtube, you are do amazing videos - because you do this with love for cars. I’m cant buy your e46 (( but I’m appreciated for you work 💪. Waiting for next videos and hi to you from Ukraine 🇺🇦
I also purchased this floor-jack "SUNEX TOOLS 6602LP 2 Ton Low Rider Steel Service Jack", because it can lift up to 24-inches high, so from a safety standpoint you wouldn't need to stand a block up to get the lift you need. Lift range is 2.75" to 24". Kind regards, Terry
Your attention to detail is impressive, with that's said I would definitely pay for your services and buy a car from you, keep posting videos and we keep watching 👍👍
Job well done! you never cease to impress on the work you do and of course all the videos and editing!! I have the E46 330ci Auto, first job I done was to throw away that stupid viscous fan and replaced it with an electric fan!, saved all that spanner work. 🇬🇧
Good content brother, I really enjoy the wrench festivals you put up. I hope you do get to sell Your car. Too bad I live in Texas my man. Keep up the good work!
This video helped me a ton and not for the reason you may think. I have an E46 that was my first car, I ran it up to 225k miles and parked it, the engine is tired and while it may be controversial, I'm planning on doing an EV swap. I've always wanted to do it and it will bring new life to my first car. I needed to know how tall the transmission was in the car before I pull it out and your small remark on the height it took to remove it helped me. Thank you!
Videos are great! Personally I would like to see BMW videos only, but of course its good to see other cars, also house and yard work is awesome to watch!
Hey man. Ive been watching your content for a bit now and ive heard you mention northern California but everyone says that but no ones ever from Humboldt. I wasnt sure till i saw the humboldt towing in one of your videos. Cant believe youre local. Love your content. Always waiting for more. I actually bought my own $400 525i from Rio dell and fixed the transmission with your awesome video here.
I really like your videos, you remind me on M539 restorations, love how you clean the components, not all mechanic like to do that. Keep the good work.
Congratulations! Glad this is finally done to your satisfaction. Can’t agree more with leaving the sunroof alone. Changing a cassette is not fun. You’ve fixed all of the annoying stuff people neglect or don’t know about. As long as the channel stays within diy realm you should be fine but I think you’ll have have to play with what people respond to and don’t. The algorithm can be finicky I hear. Good luck!
I’m glad too! Yeah I’m not a fan of sunroofs, at least BMW ones. They can be finicky and it’s not a strong design. Appreciate the feedback Brett! Cheers
I've been watching your content for a while and i really love it. Humble dude, you are going to make it far. That cassette replacement is a lot of work but its not so difficult. Piece of cake compared to a trans flip 😛 Greetings from spain!
Thank you Dakar! Youre right, its not so bad to pull out, I just dont want to compromise the pillars and headliner while doing it, it would force me to find pillar replacements so I could get it sale ready again, and then im into the sunroof for more money too.
Great job doing this work on jackstands👍 Always a pleasure to watch you wrench on the e46. Btw, it would be cool to see some more e9x content in the future.
Thanks bro, I just bought a 05 HSE Range rover with the 5hp19 trans with a roasted TC , I think, the truck won't move in D, R, low, nothing. I paid 500$ as well, this vid will help when I drop the trans
Thats how I feel when my favorite creators post new content, and to be considered one of those people for you made my day! thanks for the comment and support
I gotta get one of those transmission jacks!!! Have you considered getting quick jacks? They've been a game changer, I did a full MDCT filter and pan service last weekend on them! Including changing all the filters and jet pump for the DCT, even on a creeper I had plenty of room. I think the car was lifted around 18-21" off the ground if I can remember correctly.
It was super helpful and pretty cheap! Ive seen those quick jacks, they look awesome, just a little outside my price range at the moment. well done with the services, hows she driving afterwards?
I did the engine/trans mounts, shifter bushings, guino/csb, and diff bushings on the floor with jack stands. I was filthy lol I should get a creeper. But storage is an issue
theyre not fun to do on your back! but it sounds like you got it done. Harbor freight has some decent creepers for pretty cheap. maybe you can hang it on the wall for storage
Great vid as always , I’ll be doing similar except tearing the auto box out and KEEPING it out. You’ve convinced my friend group to buy a smoke tester too
Great job! Overall super content and very good video coverage and discussion of the challenges. I'm removing the transmission from my son's 2008 E60 528i, in order to replace the rear main crankshaft seal, so am facing many similar challenges. I applaud you for your caution when jacking the car so high, and especially for going in steps to get the car down. When one set of jacks is higher than the other, forces are generated that want to make the car "slide" towards the lower end, which can trigger a very bad day. So "stair-stepping" like that is the way to go. One recommendation that I think you and other will like are to purchase some jack adaptors from Forsvara for the BMW. I don't work for them, and don't make anything off their sales, as I'm an Engineer in the electrical power generation industry; but their adapters will increase your safety factor considerably. The way you used the standard jack stand shoe on the BMW lift points could encourage an issue, whereas the Forsvara adapters bolt to the jack stand saddle, and have the rectangular block on top that will fit "into" the BMW lift points. Keep up the good work, and I hope your channel grows significantly!
hey terry thats a great idea! with my new lift i dont run into that issue as much, but it would be a great addition to the shop! im going to check em out now.
Interesting. I have a 2001 X5 4.6 that I’ve had for years and always keep it in tip top condition. I’m contemplating swapping out the centre bearing as I feel that there is a slight drone on acceleration. Guibos are new and the transmission has been rebuilt 18 months ago. We will see.
My dude, you are an a w e s o m e mechanic and you clearly know what you're doing but PLEASE torque down the bolts you're putting back in to spec! Many of them are one time use stretch bolts and you mentioned you had ISTA - it is absolutely imperative that you torque to spec. You would literally go next level with a more technical aspect to your vids - I know so many more people like me would stop hounding you over this haha. :D I'm currently working on an F87 M2 ground up refresh and am paranoid about torque specs! Keep up the good work - you have more than earned my sub and I hope to see you at 100k soon! Greetings from Tokyo!
Youre right, I ought to be better about torque specs. Theres always more to be done. I do indeed torque some crucial components but not always. I bet your F87 is coming along beautifully! sounds like you know attention to detail. I appreciate the comment and the sub my friend! Maybe i can see a picture of this M2 one day! Cheers!
Such great work and great knowledge. I recently discovered you but I respect you highly. I own an F32 N55 but I still watch and learn a lot from these. I’d like to see F30/32 content as well. Also I think 6-7 k for it is definitely worth it knowing it’s one of the nicest E46s on the road.
Really appreciate that AG! I would love to get my hands on an F body or anything with an N55, theyre kind of fun to work on! I do miss the newer engines. an N52 or N54 would be a blast too. Thanks :)
awesome work on that tasty E46! man, I wish I could buy it. question - if you don't feel any binding or grinding while the sunroof is moving, have you tried just resetting it? I had that same type of issue on my Benz (sunroof would only move about 2 inches at a time and stop), and resetting it fixed the issue. on BMWs I think the process is, with key in ACC position, push in the button to tilt up the sunroof and keep holding the button in for 20 or 30 seconds until you see the sunroof move slightly up & back down, then it's reset. maybe worth a try?
GREAT IDEA! im going to give that a try. This is what im talkin about with this community, so much good knowledge and perspectives out there. Appreciate the comment, you may have just fixed it. fingers crossed ill try in the morning :)
Right?! thats what this one felt like, although shes cherry enough now to sell for me. I might do a little detailing but I think im done on this one for repairs... fingers crossed lol
I got mine for 6k with 87k it came with some cosmetic issues and a minor oil leak though after fixing her up I get compliments everywhere i go, even more so no that I powder coated the wheels and got the calipers painted red
Of course we'd love to see more videos on your day to day life as you were suggesting I think that'd be very cool. If any viewrs or subscribers don't like that idea and just want bmw fixing content they can always just watch the videos you make about bmw's and ignore the rest lol
Thats a great point, they might all differ in views but thats the point of mixing up content. I think we got a pretty good recipe going on right now so i wont play with it too much, i just dont want to build the channel solely based off BMW repair because if I decide to go into something different I dont want to be stuck or let all my viewers down
That car is really coming together. FYI those style 68 wheels are staggered - 7.5 wide in the front and 8.5 in the rear. So unless someone put a square set up on you’ll want to undo the tire rotation.
Haha yah I just saw that. I was traveling all weekend and had to catch up on my RUclips’s lol. Keep the content coming. You’re doing great - always look forward to new material. Have thought about doing a channel myself just for funsies.
Trying to figure out the goal of the channel. I have gotten into autocross. Don’t really see anyone with a channel on it. But trying to figure out format - at the actual event when ur not running ur working. So hard to video. I get too serious when I drive to comment lol. My 330ci is pretty much “done” but maybe could do a future build for when my son can drive.
@@robsweekendgarage honestly I feel like there is a market and audience for anything on RUclips. As long as you are being yourself, people will enjoy your content for you and eventually it’ll gain traction
Thank you! I agree, although ill try to get another episode in to finalize things and finish it out properly. Ill no doubt be getting some more BMW content in for you guys. an E39 would be awesome! maybe a 540i, i used to own one a few years ago. replaced the M62tu and renewed all of the timing chain assembly and went through the entire engine, I miss that car, it was a rocket ship!
GREAT video, enjoyed watching it (11 months later). I'm pretty sure it sold by now, LOL. I do own a 2004 325CI, with a limp mode issue. Any recommendations on how to repair?
While I have 4 bmws I'm a disabled veteran with hardware in my neck, lumbar & fixing to have both knees replaced. Needless to say I can't do these kind of repairs anymore it gives me great joy to see a professional do this repair. Awesome job and I really enjoyed seeing you clean all your components while your mechanicing is truly enjoyable ( I'm OCD). This is my favorite channel now and I can't wait to see your channel grow and get some sponsorship. Awesome job DIY as always.
First of all, THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE!!!
Always such a pleasure reading your comments and feedback. I consider you to be one of my biggest supporters and I really appreciate it. I hope your knee surgery goes smoothly, and ill keep the content comin for ya :)
@@DayOffDIY ditto .
@@DayOffDIY thank you very much, it was my pleasure to serve. I really miss turning wrenches so much.
which country did you toured in?
@@tweedjohnny8740 thank you for your service !!
I am not a technician. In fact, installing new windshield wipers is sometimes a challenge. But I LOVE watching your videos. So impressed with your knowledge and skill but maybe even more importantly, I admire your calm resolve when you encounter unexpected problems along the way. Thank you for being an inspiration for me, not just car-wise but life-wise. Love you dog, too!
Thank you Rick! Your comment means a lot! I always try to keep a level head, frustration does happen time to time but it doesnt help get the job done. I really appreciate the kind words and feedback :)
Dear Chris, Kudos from European BMW E46/E39/E38 Community.
Good Work!
Congrats that you did not resign.
I did a E39 530i A with M54B30 Engine replacement last year and remember a lot of your work,
eg the fu w the transmission-to-engine-to-starter assembling. ✊
A combustion engine is only as good as maintained fluids cycles.
So I learned to replace all different fluids, pipes and seals frequently…
Tough job to complete all lying on your back.
The cooler pipe O-Rings are silicon rings, also fitting for the servo steering.
I always buy and supply oem ones in sufficient numbers…
My transmission shifter was complete rusty and i had a follow up session at a original ZF shop to replace.
Now everything works well…
As i can recognize your bmw is in a good condition, e.g. exhaust pipes.
Thanks for sharing! Enjoy driving your E46 👏👏👏
UP
PS. Check M539-restorations YT channel for further inspiration (English language channel) 🎏
Thanks for the awesome comment! I really appreciate it.
I do watch M539, didn’t find him til after I started this channel actually!
Great source for knowledge.
Cheers on your engine replacement
I’ve watched every single video and love how you didn’t send the torque converter off with the car. You care about your work and it shows cannot wait for you to blow up like you deserve you really do deserve it. Keep up the good work can’t wait for the next vid!
You made my day! I appreciate it Rupture means a lot!!!
Totally admire the will to remove the trans and do that job. Big support from England. Sage is gorgeous. 😊
Thank you lain! it was worth it after I took her for a drive. Shifting and driving like a dream. Cheers! Ill give sage a belly rub for ya
I was organizing my office, I run a computer repair shop, while watching this video & I didn't even realize it was over an hour long. To be honest, it flew by. Normally I watch for the great camera angles on work I've never done & may never do, but I have worked on these cars in the past so I find it really educational. Today though, I was occupied organizing my mess of electronics & what not, so I didn't see much, but I heard everything. Thanks for posting, looking forward to the next one.
Awesome to hear Allan. Sounds like I have a formula that works if you can enjoy mostly through audio. Also sounds like an awesome business! If I ever need some knowledge on computers I may reach out to you in the future :)
@@DayOffDIY Of course. I've been certified on hardware & software nearly 22 years, since I was a kid. Also, it really was, you kept a great narrative the entire time.
@@AllanAdamson Badass! Thanks allan!
I know how challenging is to work on these cars but, when the work is done it gave you an amazing feeling. I wish I could take your e46 right to home, it’s such the most reliable bmw e46 in the world
Thanks Leonel!
It was a great feeling taking that first pull onto the highway.
I’d call her reliable now too
Wow, such an amount of work, but you nailed it! I now totally understand that you weren't looking forward to doing the trans converter. Big respect for both your skills and insisting and doing it. Definitely gave a great episode for us, thanks for that!
Thanks Edgar! Yeah it was a grind, but shes driving so good now its all worth it.
Big respect for taking on that job without a lift bro not many would attempt that.
Thanks ! It wasnt fun but im sure glad its over lol
I SO wish I would have recorded my manual swap on my e36. Less knowledge, tools and money and was able to make it happen
Alec I absolutely love your channel bro! Especially because I can relate to all these issues you fix . I finally smoked my daily e46 and I’m embarrassed to admit it was the lower intake boot in the iac accordion connection had 2 big rips and I’m aware of this issue is common but it was less than 2 years old an from FCP . But got a new one on the way . I will support your channel no matter what although I love the e46 and Bmw content is what landed me here plus your thoroughness and OCD I can appreciate it ! Keep on being yourself it’s working do what you like and feel will work . I hope this is your full time job sooner than later .
Chad my man! Glad to hear you found your leak!
Don’t feel too bad, I’ve made that same mistake and missed a leak on that lower hose too, but hey! Now you can smoke it anytime you need! Vacuum leaks are no match for you now.
I appreciate the support brother, got a bunch of really cool people on here, we gotta keep it rolling!
Cheers Chad! 🍻
@@DayOffDIY absolutely! Appreciate that and we will . Thanks for your time and efforts . Also for the great attitude and detail . Man that e46 is an amazing car basically like new and you cannot match the solidness and drivability of these cars . They are handling machines. Someone is gonna get a gem 💎.
The amount of work and detail you put into these videos is insane.. Kudos! We all love your videos. Keep on killing it with the awesome content! Seriously the best channel for BMWs right here.
Appreciate you guys and the team! Thanks for the great products and service
That was so full of good info! You may have solved my whoosh issue after I shut down my engine!? The trans line drain, the drive train tips... I'll be researching this many times. I appreciate you sharing your knowledge out here. You've encouraged me to buy floor jack and scanner and try and fix my hard shift and p0171-174 issues and dig up on 2 more small things. I've got a really clean e46 to refresh so you've been hitting on things I need to know. Keep refreshing e46's all the M. and 330 versions are about trashed by now so it's time for the base model 325i. I've got only 89k and a hard shift to figure out. Other subjects are welcome you live in a pretty area so seeing that along with your projects will be a broader view of your life is good. Great job!!! Keep it coming. Yahoo to you and your good work!
You know, Ive been wondering what could be causing your issue and youre right, that valve might be your issue! you could pop it off and check vacuum on the hose! if its releasing vacuum that could be your noise.
89k is practically brand new! id love to work on a car that fresh.
Appreciate the feedback Bog, cheers dude!
@@DayOffDIY Thanks man. It hit me today when I saw you check yours. I just wasn't sure what all systems in a car are pressureized and near the firewall drivers side. Thanks for your input. Yea my seats are not even close to broke in. 04 Alpine white and it's detailed but sitting in a pause for fundage. My brain is screaming in frustration. lol. I'll let you know. Thanks man. Much appreciated.
@@bogusienombre355 awesome to hear, yeah let me know what you find out with that valve!
Also fill us in when you tear into that thing, sounds cherry! Love that white
@@DayOffDIY will do for sure. let know if you want to see it. I've got new lights to hang.lol
You're a good man, fixing and taking good care of the old car before selling it to make sure the next owner will have a reliable car.
No need to remove the whole driveshaft: just lower the center support bearing off the studs, then slide the front half into the splines of the rear half shaft and this should let the front flange off the tranny output flange long pilot pin. Use string to hold up and support the rear half to prevent damaging the rear CV joint.
At 11:17 we can see the Stop Buffer rubber on the cross member, just to the right of the yellow sticker, between the oil pan and the cross member. The top of the buffer is a piece of hard plastic that the lowered oil pan bottom on, preventing the tranny/engine to tilt back further. So removing this buffer will let the tranny lower down more to gain acess to the tranny top right bolt easier.
Best of luck.
i pulled it on this one to replace the center support bearing, would be tough to get leverage and do the replacement with the driveshaft on the car, however i usually just bungee cord them to the sides.
good tip on tilting the negine!
This was a very good watch. I have a 01 330ci with a torque converter problem so I needed this video.
One quick tip I learned on the fan blade. if you start the engine and just hold the fan up to the water pump it'll catch itself and won't start turning until you let go of the fan. So much easier.
Thanks for the info! ive done that before, just not always comfortable doing it with a running engine. Glad you enjoyed the video!!! Thanks for the support
I like to loosen the top nuts of engine mounts to get access to top bellhouse e torx bolts for plenty of room!
good idea, ill crack em loose next time
Thanks for this 1 hour video! I have been watching your channel for some time now. If I am honest, I only watch the videos of you working on the BMW. Nice to see how things work as I am not a mechanic. Would like to buy the car if I would live in the US. But that is not the case. Hope someone that is watching the channel will take it of your hands. Bye Marcel from The Netherlands
Im glad you enjoyed it Marcel!
The BMW videos are my favorite too to be honest, but they also cost me the most money to make in parts and labor lol. Once I get this E46 sold I will keep the BMW train rolling
One thing I did to help make draining my pan less messy was to get a medium sized mortar mixing tub from home depot to use as my drain pan instead of my usual round pan i've been using for oil changes. Worked really well and after a good clean up I can use it for mixing mortar when I do my bathroom tiles later this year.
Thats a great idea! I wish I had a home depot nearby, closest one is about 2 hours away but ill have to pick one up. I got a gift card lying around
Amazing work brother. Started watching your channel after acquiring an 2005 325i e46 from my neighbor for nothing. Car was sitting in garage for months. 88000 miles. Interior and exterior in excellent conditions. Learning tons from your videos. Thanks for taking the time educating us and providing your outstanding detailed mechanical experience. Awesome pleasure watching you and your pup. You have my support. God bless
Nice job on the trans bud. People don't appreciate how hard that job is without a lift.
Thanks! Yeah first one ive done on the floor, cant wait for a lift in the future, I appreciate it!
I prefer your longer videos. I like to watch when I’m just chillin or need to be working on my own cars lol glad the e46 has came together so well. I legit just finished my project e53 too but I’m keeping it for now.
Thanks for the feedback! I feel the same way, watching other automotive creators gets me motivated to get back in the garage.
Congrats on finishing your E53!
I watched all of this last night 🙌😂 Another amazing video my man. Seeing your channel growth is awesome. You definitely have the ability to make this RUclips gig full time with the quality of your videos.
My man! Appreciate it! always good seein you in the comments.
I'm a day late watching this and BOOM! Look at all the comments! You went above and beyond with this car, Alec! This job on jack stands is no joke. Even with a lift, it's time consuming, nevermind determining camera angles and saying things at the right moments. I know you want to do more than just BMW/car content, so I think you should definitely explore that and watch the analytics. Selfishly, I'd enjoy your "current recipe" making the next generation of E9X content as those cars are getting up there in age and maintenance neglect. Double thumbs up!
Thanks Craig! I think we got a good recipe goin too. I wont branch too far out from here, just need to free up some funds so I can get another project car once this one is sold.
Really appreciate the comment :)
@@DayOffDIY I REALLY hope a Subscriber buys this!!! In my head, I've more than justified this as a reason to fly out from Massachusetts and drive it back 3,000 miles. Unfortunately, my wife would leave me if I showed up with a 5th BMW! 😬.
@@VNEMUS lololol I think someone will scoop it up. Ive gotten a few emails about her, and I have yet to take photos and post details. Yeah she might make you sleep in your new E46 outside lol
some serious mechanic shit right here!!! much respect man. love the serie!
Thanks Ivor! Appreciate the support
@@DayOffDIY there are also websites available where viewers and subs can donate to buy a coffer or a beer for ya. In that way, maybe that will support in the nearby future to pick up a new project (e39, e38, e46, maybe some other cars you like).... have a good weekend!
Nice work Alec, that’s a tough job. You’re the genuine buddy every one wants. Very helpful video. Great dog you have too.
Your comment made my day Guy! I really appreciate it. Belly rubs for Sage for you as I write this comment :)
You really knocked ut out of the park with the production quality on this video man, great work, keep it up!
Thank you! I’m pretty happy with it, next video will be even better 👍🏻 cheers
Yep, NNKH favorite of mine, too. Great minds think alike!
such a killer channel. Hes got a great personality and so damn smart
Man I didn’t skip a single second I didn’t even realize that the video was 1 hour long. Really enjoyed man❤
Thats a big win for me. Really appreciate it!
Thank you for this video I have never worked in a transmission but my torque converter on my 03 525i just started leaking trans fluid like crazy and your video has given me the confidence to work on my car in my garage.
happy to hear that my friend! appreciate the support!
my goal is to show people that anyone can do this with a little bit of knowledge and some tools
Whoever buys that car is getting trouble free motoring for the next 10 years,I'm in N.ireland or I'd buy it,great work lad
That was the goal! Thanks Mark! Appreciate it!
I have no doubt in my mind that this channel is gonna gain some more traction lol . Love watching your videos bro I’m always learning and like all the attention to detail and thorough explanations on your dIY content. Your definitely an inspiration! Watching your videos makes me want to go back to school and get into wrenching on vehicles .
Really appreciate the comment!
I hope we can keep it growing!
No need for school to get wrenching my friend, we got RUclips university!
amazing video! we can definitely see the humble and genuine guy that you are! just keep on going and all your goals will be achieved.
much love from portugal
Thank you Henrique! I appreciate it!
I give my like without seeing it, i'm tired...it's almost 00h in my country (Portugal). I'll check it tomorrow. cheers mate 🛌
you made me lol! Goodnight! see you tomorrow
Seemed like it was fun. Anyway I’m just starting to learn about car maintenance and I found your videos. I really have enjoyed them. Love your attitude and how you explain it all.
Thanks John! Really appreciate that
Greet from Slovakia! You have good content, you make corrections in the videos very easily and everyone can do it accordingly 🙏
Thank you David! Appreciate the feedback
Another great video dude really enjoyed it. Dude you are a breath of fresh air
Glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate it :)
Man I selfishly would love if you had an E60 or an N54 BMW because my life would be so much easier seeing you do all the repairs I struggle through
Ive been looking for an E60 or anything with an N54 because I am quite comfortable with those engines, if I find a good deal ill scoop it up!
Woooooo, lets gooo, I didnt think you were gonna make this video after you posted that short!
lmaooooo, you turned into the center support bearing right there 🤣🤣
I had to! I like making shorts but long form is my favorite. not able to fit enough content into shorts
@@DayOffDIY love that
Whoa, an hour long video! Giving us all some solid content, this sets a new bar now. Great job fixing the torque converter and well worth it as you now know you won't be selling the car with any mechanical issues. Feedback on other video content, definitely, I'm about to pull some more rotted fence posts this weekend and instead of digging them out I'll be using the car jack method you used. For suggested content, get a neglected Mini with a manual gearbox. Still a Beemer and you can do some tasteful performance enhancements. Would love to see HVAC work and an automatic transmission rebuild on your channel. Instead of using a Sharpie to record maintenance get some waterproof sticker printer paper and make a cool maintenance sticker with your logo. You can make oil change reminders too. Time for a MaxJax or QuickJack instead of sketchy jackstands. Last week I bought the smoke machine you had on your channel. I liked the fact, as you pointed out, they are an American company. Onward and upward!
Thanks Marc! Your feedback is super helpful to me! Ill definitely be upgrading my lift system in the future, just trying to get some cash together for a proper kit. Hope the fence post repairs go smoothly!
Also I like the idea of a Mini. Ive been keeping my eyes out on craigslist, I do have quite a bit of experience on those cars, as troublesome as they are sometimes lol.
HVAC would be a good episode too. As far as rebuilding an auto trans, its a bit outside my knowledge but Im sure I could figure it out!
Also congrats on the smoke machine! its such a helpful tool, gotta love supporting domestic family owned businesses. Cheers!!!
Your presentation style is really good! I love your pup too!
Thank you my friend!
Great job! It was a pleasure watching you work. Best of luck with your channel!
Thank you! Appreciate the support
Clear, concise and beautifully filmed. DIY videos don’t get any better. BTW, I’m glad to see my chock block put to use kid!
Thanks pops! Appreciate it!
Great work on this Beemer baby! I'm on my 2nd one (e90 3 series, f25 X3) and I dont think I'll ever drive anything else. You have a great easy to understand way of speaking and explaining things. Being in N/Central Cali (I can tell from the highway) is not a bad way to spend any day!
Thank you!
love the E90s, great car.
I appreciate the kind words! Not many people notice my location from the roadways but you know whats up. gotta love the redwoods!
Great video. Just one tip to add, you can typically read the transmission temperature with your scanner live data function for filling, no need for a thermometer.
Thats a GREAT IDEA!
Ill have to give that a shot next time, im not sure if this new scan tool is capable but ill have to find out.
enjoy that you explain details, and have "hints" about the work you do....nice job
Appreciate it RJ!
Congratulations brother! It runs amazing so happy to see you complete the last big job on this car. Whoever’s gonna get this is gonna get a buttery smooth running car. The work and effort you put into it is amazing and can't wait to watch you continue making videos. Also love the camera angles and little details you go into repairing/fixing something so thank you!
Thanks Alex! Im real happy with it so far, appreciate the support :)
It’s was a great job! really your videos can be like a manual to repairing e46 .So cool to see how you clean all parts up! I wish you to growing up on youtube, you are do amazing videos - because you do this with love for cars. I’m cant buy your e46 (( but I’m appreciated for you work 💪. Waiting for next videos and hi to you from Ukraine 🇺🇦
Thank you very much! Awesome to have viewers on the other side of the world :)
I also purchased this floor-jack "SUNEX TOOLS 6602LP 2 Ton Low Rider Steel Service Jack", because it can lift up to 24-inches high, so from a safety standpoint you wouldn't need to stand a block up to get the lift you need. Lift range is 2.75" to 24". Kind regards, Terry
Great tip terry! Would be nice to have a hack that reaches a little higher. I’ll have to look into that.
Also, thanks for becoming a member terry!!!
Top notch mechanic! Keep doing what you do well.
thank you very much!
Your attention to detail is impressive, with that's said I would definitely pay for your services and buy a car from you, keep posting videos and we keep watching 👍👍
Really appreciate that Jerry!
Ill keep em coming!
@@DayOffDIY anytime
Ps stay on bmw and you see how this channel grows 🙏🙏
Thanks mate for your effort, just go ahead and good luck.
Thanks Ozzy! appreciate it
The next owner is going to receive a great car, well done.
I think so too. Thank you TC!
Dude I love your channel. I wish I could buy this car. Its soo fun watching you work on this. your pups are awesome too!
Thanks Ryan! Means a lot dude. Made my day
Bro your video is very well done. Amazing, a true professional!
Happy I watched until the end.
Thanks for your work.
Thanks for the comment! Glad you enjoyed Tony’
Job well done! you never cease to impress on the work you do and of course all the videos and editing!!
I have the E46 330ci Auto, first job I done was to throw away that stupid viscous fan and replaced it with an electric fan!, saved all that spanner work. 🇬🇧
thanks Stephen! thats a great idea, i love that my manual trans E46 has an electric fan. whatd it cost you?
Good content brother, I really enjoy the wrench festivals you put up. I hope you do get to sell Your car. Too bad I live in Texas my man. Keep up the good work!
Thank you! I hope so too. Cheers!
This video helped me a ton and not for the reason you may think. I have an E46 that was my first car, I ran it up to 225k miles and parked it, the engine is tired and while it may be controversial, I'm planning on doing an EV swap. I've always wanted to do it and it will bring new life to my first car. I needed to know how tall the transmission was in the car before I pull it out and your small remark on the height it took to remove it helped me. Thank you!
Best BMW chanel so far. Regards
MADE MY DAY! Thank you! Cheers
Videos are great! Personally I would like to see BMW videos only, but of course its good to see other cars, also house and yard work is awesome to watch!
Noted! Thanks for the support and feedback TOMA!
Hey man. Ive been watching your content for a bit now and ive heard you mention northern California but everyone says that but no ones ever from Humboldt. I wasnt sure till i saw the humboldt towing in one of your videos. Cant believe youre local. Love your content. Always waiting for more. I actually bought my own $400 525i from Rio dell and fixed the transmission with your awesome video here.
Yo Eli! Shoot me an email dude!
Dayoffdiy@gmail.com
I really like your videos, you remind me on M539 restorations, love how you clean the components, not all mechanic like to do that. Keep the good work.
thank you! much appreciated
Congratulations! Glad this is finally done to your satisfaction. Can’t agree more with leaving the sunroof alone. Changing a cassette is not fun. You’ve fixed all of the annoying stuff people neglect or don’t know about.
As long as the channel stays within diy realm you should be fine but I think you’ll have have to play with what people respond to and don’t. The algorithm can be finicky I hear.
Good luck!
I’m glad too! Yeah I’m not a fan of sunroofs, at least BMW ones. They can be finicky and it’s not a strong design.
Appreciate the feedback Brett!
Cheers
Bro loving the content keep it up
Thanks! Will do! :)
Great video, I have a E46 and you have given me pointers and things to do while dealing with tranny repairs/replacement, thanks.
glad I could help! Thanks for the comment chris
really like your videos and the frequent uploads!❤
thank you! ill do my best to keep em coming
I've been watching your content for a while and i really love it. Humble dude, you are going to make it far.
That cassette replacement is a lot of work but its not so difficult. Piece of cake compared to a trans flip 😛
Greetings from spain!
Thank you Dakar!
Youre right, its not so bad to pull out, I just dont want to compromise the pillars and headliner while doing it, it would force me to find pillar replacements so I could get it sale ready again, and then im into the sunroof for more money too.
Awesome to hear I have a viewer from Spain! Cheers
Great job doing this work on jackstands👍 Always a pleasure to watch you wrench on the e46. Btw, it would be cool to see some more e9x content in the future.
Great suggestion! Ive been trying to find one on the cheap. an E90 would make awesome content
wow! what a video!
Great Job Man👍
Thank you so much 😀
Good to see you again Bchara!
Amazing video! I'd buy it if I lived in the States! Keep up the great work!
Thank you! really appreciate it
Loved watching the videos on this thing, keep it up!
Thank you Grant!
Thanks bro, I just bought a 05 HSE Range rover with the 5hp19 trans with a roasted TC , I think, the truck won't move in D, R, low, nothing. I paid 500$ as well, this vid will help when I drop the trans
nice score for a range rover that needs a trans! Hope this helped. Cheers!
Love ur dedicated work and video for us
Thank you! it means a lot!
Had a good but long day at work and i come home to see a whole HOUR of more bmw content hell yeah nice job man keep it up 👍
Thats how I feel when my favorite creators post new content, and to be considered one of those people for you made my day! thanks for the comment and support
I gotta get one of those transmission jacks!!! Have you considered getting quick jacks? They've been a game changer, I did a full MDCT filter and pan service last weekend on them! Including changing all the filters and jet pump for the DCT, even on a creeper I had plenty of room. I think the car was lifted around 18-21" off the ground if I can remember correctly.
It was super helpful and pretty cheap! Ive seen those quick jacks, they look awesome, just a little outside my price range at the moment.
well done with the services, hows she driving afterwards?
Thanks for leaving a link on that floor trans jack, thats great!
Glad I could help!
I did the engine/trans mounts, shifter bushings, guino/csb, and diff bushings on the floor with jack stands. I was filthy lol I should get a creeper. But storage is an issue
theyre not fun to do on your back! but it sounds like you got it done. Harbor freight has some decent creepers for pretty cheap. maybe you can hang it on the wall for storage
Really enjoying your channel and the work you are doing on this nice BMW 🙌👏👍
Thank you! 👍Glad you enjoyed it!
Great vid as always , I’ll be doing similar except tearing the auto box out and KEEPING it out. You’ve convinced my friend group to buy a smoke tester too
Badass, good luck with the swap! Great idea, the smoke tester is way worth it. Very versatile, and if you split it with friends its a no brainer
Great job! Overall super content and very good video coverage and discussion of the challenges. I'm removing the transmission from my son's 2008 E60 528i, in order to replace the rear main crankshaft seal, so am facing many similar challenges.
I applaud you for your caution when jacking the car so high, and especially for going in steps to get the car down. When one set of jacks is higher than the other, forces are generated that want to make the car "slide" towards the lower end, which can trigger a very bad day. So "stair-stepping" like that is the way to go.
One recommendation that I think you and other will like are to purchase some jack adaptors from Forsvara for the BMW. I don't work for them, and don't make anything off their sales, as I'm an Engineer in the electrical power generation industry; but their adapters will increase your safety factor considerably. The way you used the standard jack stand shoe on the BMW lift points could encourage an issue, whereas the Forsvara adapters bolt to the jack stand saddle, and have the rectangular block on top that will fit "into" the BMW lift points.
Keep up the good work, and I hope your channel grows significantly!
hey terry thats a great idea! with my new lift i dont run into that issue as much, but it would be a great addition to the shop! im going to check em out now.
NNKH and FCPEuro - simply the best. And curious, what was your lunch at 6:40? Looks incredible. As a BMW DIYer, I enjoy your videos. Keep it up!
you got good taste thomas!
That was some crispy asada tacos and carnitas street tacos from my local taco truck. I hit that place at least once a week
Great knowledge/skills man! Congrats
Thanks Inarius! appreciate it
love the channel, looking forward to your next project!
Thank you!
Another great video man, helped me to enjoy my day off!
Thank you! Super happy to hear that, love sittin down for a RUclips sesh :)
Interesting. I have a 2001 X5 4.6 that I’ve had for years and always keep it in tip top condition. I’m contemplating swapping out the centre bearing as I feel that there is a slight drone on acceleration. Guibos are new and the transmission has been rebuilt 18 months ago. We will see.
I would take a look! It’s probably your cause, not too difficult to do
I had a few power seat buttons laying around, one of them is on its way to you! Should see it mid next week.
Andy you are TOO KIND!
Thank you! I really appreciate your generosity.
Nice work! Keep going I just found your channel recently and Im catching up on your vids.
awesome! hope you enjoyed em!
Seeing the BMW hanging in the air like that gives me the willies, you are a braver man than me.
It gave me the willies tooo! lol
I was so relieved to get it on the ground so I didnt have to get underneath it anymore
My dude, you are an a w e s o m e mechanic and you clearly know what you're doing but PLEASE torque down the bolts you're putting back in to spec! Many of them are one time use stretch bolts and you mentioned you had ISTA - it is absolutely imperative that you torque to spec. You would literally go next level with a more technical aspect to your vids - I know so many more people like me would stop hounding you over this haha. :D
I'm currently working on an F87 M2 ground up refresh and am paranoid about torque specs! Keep up the good work - you have more than earned my sub and I hope to see you at 100k soon!
Greetings from Tokyo!
Youre right, I ought to be better about torque specs. Theres always more to be done. I do indeed torque some crucial components but not always.
I bet your F87 is coming along beautifully! sounds like you know attention to detail.
I appreciate the comment and the sub my friend! Maybe i can see a picture of this M2 one day!
Cheers!
Such great work and great knowledge. I recently discovered you but I respect you highly. I own an F32 N55 but I still watch and learn a lot from these. I’d like to see F30/32 content as well.
Also I think 6-7 k for it is definitely worth it knowing it’s one of the nicest E46s on the road.
Really appreciate that AG! I would love to get my hands on an F body or anything with an N55, theyre kind of fun to work on! I do miss the newer engines. an N52 or N54 would be a blast too.
Thanks :)
awesome work on that tasty E46! man, I wish I could buy it.
question - if you don't feel any binding or grinding while the sunroof is moving, have you tried just resetting it? I had that same type of issue on my Benz (sunroof would only move about 2 inches at a time and stop), and resetting it fixed the issue.
on BMWs I think the process is, with key in ACC position, push in the button to tilt up the sunroof and keep holding the button in for 20 or 30 seconds until you see the sunroof move slightly up & back down, then it's reset. maybe worth a try?
GREAT IDEA!
im going to give that a try. This is what im talkin about with this community, so much good knowledge and perspectives out there.
Appreciate the comment, you may have just fixed it. fingers crossed ill try in the morning :)
@@DayOffDIY mine are crossed too - hope it works!
We've all ran into the bottomless pit flips, it's like the car was cursed just new issue after new issue preventing you from selling it.
Right?! thats what this one felt like, although shes cherry enough now to sell for me. I might do a little detailing but I think im done on this one for repairs... fingers crossed lol
@@DayOffDIY also someone definitely put Dexron in that trans previously lol
@@lieutenantdan8170 yeah hard to say what exact type but it definitely wasnt ZF fluid lololol
Loving the vids! ❤
Thank you!!!
I got mine for 6k with 87k it came with some cosmetic issues and a minor oil leak though after fixing her up I get compliments everywhere i go, even more so no that I powder coated the wheels and got the calipers painted red
Score! Awesome low mileage find! I sold this one for 6k all said and done.
Hope to do more e46s in the future, I love em
Thanks for the comment cliff!
Perfect and clean job bro!
Of course we'd love to see more videos on your day to day life as you were suggesting I think that'd be very cool. If any viewrs or subscribers don't like that idea and just want bmw fixing content they can always just watch the videos you make about bmw's and ignore the rest lol
Thats a great point, they might all differ in views but thats the point of mixing up content. I think we got a pretty good recipe going on right now so i wont play with it too much, i just dont want to build the channel solely based off BMW repair because if I decide to go into something different I dont want to be stuck or let all my viewers down
@@DayOffDIY Exactly but regardless just keep making videos and i'll keep watching them! :)
@@AlexGarcia-qt6ku Thanks Alex, will DO!
That car is really coming together. FYI those style 68 wheels are staggered - 7.5 wide in the front and 8.5 in the rear. So unless someone put a square set up on you’ll want to undo the tire rotation.
youre absolutely right! I corrected it in the next video :) thanks for catching that
Haha yah I just saw that. I was traveling all weekend and had to catch up on my RUclips’s lol.
Keep the content coming. You’re doing great - always look forward to new material. Have thought about doing a channel myself just for funsies.
@@robsweekendgarage you totally should! When you do send it over, you got a sub from me :)
Thanks Robert, the support means a lot
Trying to figure out the goal of the channel. I have gotten into autocross. Don’t really see anyone with a channel on it. But trying to figure out format - at the actual event when ur not running ur working. So hard to video. I get too serious when I drive to comment lol. My 330ci is pretty much “done” but maybe could do a future build for when my son can drive.
@@robsweekendgarage honestly I feel like there is a market and audience for anything on RUclips. As long as you are being yourself, people will enjoy your content for you and eventually it’ll gain traction
BMW repairs is the way
they sure do have plenty to keep you busy ! lol
Great video as always, in a way kinda sad that this project car is now done.
Can’t wait for more BMW content, maybe a e39?
Thank you! I agree, although ill try to get another episode in to finalize things and finish it out properly.
Ill no doubt be getting some more BMW content in for you guys.
an E39 would be awesome! maybe a 540i, i used to own one a few years ago. replaced the M62tu and renewed all of the timing chain assembly and went through the entire engine, I miss that car, it was a rocket ship!
540i would generate some nice content.
E39 M5 is a car that I definitely want to own some day.
@@Hamkaastosti1 that’s my dream bmw too. I’ve driven and wrenched on a few, they’re my favorite
You should try going to junkyard saves alot of money on the little parts switches , pillers etc
good idea, sadly there are no junkyards around this part of northern CA or else i would
I really like you're content i hope that you could do those things for living one day ( from France 🇨🇵 )
Me too Loris! Thank you for your comment! :)
GREAT video, enjoyed watching it (11 months later). I'm pretty sure it sold by now, LOL. I do own a 2004 325CI, with a limp mode issue. Any recommendations on how to repair?
Appreciate it! Yeah she’s sold!
What’s the code for? Maybe someone here can help ya out