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718 Cayman GTS 6-Speed

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Crashing the R8 Cruise
7:38
3 месяца назад
A message for future owners of my old Audi R8
14:38
3 месяца назад
The R8 is gone
7:06
4 месяца назад
Replacing the Audi R8 Expansion Coolant Tank
12:24
5 месяцев назад
Got Stranded by my R8
4:57
6 месяцев назад
How to Light Up Your Audi R8 Door Sills
11:48
10 месяцев назад
How to Replace Audi R8 Parking Brake Pads
8:38
10 месяцев назад
Комментарии
@productreviewspecialist
@productreviewspecialist Час назад
Thats strange...on my Gallardo i can asjust the clutch pedal. I had to when i replaced the master cylinder locatwd above the pedal. Our gated manual gear boxes look identical. Mine is Grazio, but Lambo uses many VAG parts
@productreviewspecialist
@productreviewspecialist Час назад
Where can i get that rear main seal installation tool?
@productreviewspecialist
@productreviewspecialist 2 часа назад
I do want to commend you on a well presented and explained video you made, as well as a SUPER CLEAN reinstallation of everything and staying organized. Keep it up!
@productreviewspecialist
@productreviewspecialist 2 часа назад
Another PRO TIP. After installing a PTFE seal, you must turn the crank by hand 2-3 revelutions in order to "set" the PTFE seal. It will transfer some of the low friction materieal onto the crank which will createa low friction 2 part PTFE seal. After cranking, let sit for a minimum of 4 hours to set before starting the motor. AGAIN Its imperative that you install PTFE seals DRY on BOTH sides. They are not like traditional seals that require grease. ASE Master mechanic 30+ years, logo worn on the sleeve proudly!
@productreviewspecialist
@productreviewspecialist 2 часа назад
DO NOT put grease on the flywheel bolt head seats. Yes in theory it will help with ease of torqing (do not put on thereads as it will give you inaccurate torque spec readings) , but when the flywheel heats up, the grease will liquify and fling all over the clutch and cause PREMATURE CLUTCH FAILURE. I am an ASE mechanic with over 30 years experience.
@productreviewspecialist
@productreviewspecialist 3 часа назад
A nudder ting. Did you replace the pilot bearing? Also did you bleed the clutch and adjust the clutch pedal???
@ftwgarage
@ftwgarage 3 часа назад
@@productreviewspecialist pilot bearing was replaced. Of course the clutch had to be bled. There’s no option to adjust the clutch pedal on R8’s.
@productreviewspecialist
@productreviewspecialist 3 часа назад
The correct answer is ZERO grease on any sides of the PTFE seal. ZERO. It must be dry on both sides and cleaned with brake cleaner. Using ANY grease on it will compromise the seal and it will LEAK!
@ftwgarage
@ftwgarage 3 часа назад
@@productreviewspecialist yes that’s what I mean. It was bone dry on both sides of the ptfe sealing ring.
@productreviewspecialist
@productreviewspecialist День назад
That looks like a PTFE seal. If it is ,it shoud be installed dry not lubricated.
@ftwgarage
@ftwgarage День назад
@@productreviewspecialist yes it is ptfe and it was installed dry on the ptfe part.
@productreviewspecialist
@productreviewspecialist День назад
is the rear main seal PTFE?
@saghirahmed8190
@saghirahmed8190 3 дня назад
Very interesting and informative ❤
@AudiQ5AudiQ5
@AudiQ5AudiQ5 6 дней назад
i came acros this guy. the only video that shows a audi q5 b9.5 front bumper removal. he only removed a couple screws from the sides, above and under and got the bumper. i would like to know what your take on this is? could that a possibility: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-7Mc_RyumaE0.html
@AudiQ5AudiQ5
@AudiQ5AudiQ5 6 дней назад
You are a hero! i was looking for this for so long. i am going to do the same myself. i am looking al over the place for the installation instructions service manual of this specific job. Can you help me out and tell me where i can find these kind of service manuals? Or if you have it send/share a links of any kind. If you get in touch with me that would mean a lot man. thanks!
@ftwgarage
@ftwgarage 6 дней назад
@@AudiQ5AudiQ5 You can get service manuals from emanualsonline or erwin.audiusa.com
@s2k4ever
@s2k4ever 10 дней назад
Congrats!!!
@jampeauk
@jampeauk 11 дней назад
Hey, I have been following your amazing R8 Manual conversion series and just had one question regarding the old R Tronic wiring harness. What did you do with all the redundant connections? Did you apply blanking plugs or cut the harnesses? Unless I have missed something I cannot see what you did with them.
@ftwgarage
@ftwgarage 11 дней назад
@@jampeauk I just tied them up and stashed them away towards the top of the bell housing. You can definitely install blanking plugs! 🫡
@jampeauk
@jampeauk 11 дней назад
@@ftwgarage thanks so much, would you happen to know what the type of connectors are so I can order some blanking plates for them?
@ftwgarage
@ftwgarage 11 дней назад
@@jampeauk Unfortunately I do not have the part numbers for those connectors.
@HirschPower
@HirschPower 14 дней назад
Very interesting breakdown, and you made a great series. I’m interested in creating a plug and play swap kit by milling some of the expensive audi parts myself.
@sunshinecycling
@sunshinecycling 24 дня назад
I just picked up a white 2021 Q5 and would like to do the same. Do you have link to the grille in the video? I am struggling to find. I did find the black Audi rings, which looks like you must have had to order separately from the black grille.
@ftwgarage
@ftwgarage 11 дней назад
Here are the two part numbers for the grill, each belonging to a different version/build of the car: 80A-853-651-AH-T94 80A-853-651-AH-IZA
@sunshinecycling
@sunshinecycling 10 дней назад
@@ftwgarage Thank you
@arthurdouglass4672
@arthurdouglass4672 26 дней назад
Thank you, sir! This video is amazingly informative.
@liviu1090
@liviu1090 Месяц назад
I'm planning to do the same thing on my car, but all I can find on the internet is without that striker plate. What does exactly this striker plate do? can I to the swap without the striker plate? Thanks
@ftwgarage
@ftwgarage Месяц назад
@@liviu1090 you need that striker plate for reinforcement and to help mount the two outer grill pieces.
@JamesFryar-c2r
@JamesFryar-c2r Месяц назад
Have you ever done the air conditioner compresor on the 2012 or other ,my car has only done 42,000 km compressor is fcked ,i told Audi 6:35 ive never used it , he said thats why its broken broken broken
@ftwgarage
@ftwgarage 28 дней назад
Unfortunately I never got the chance to replace the AC compressor.
@JamesFryar-c2r
@JamesFryar-c2r Месяц назад
Absolutely brilliant, just what I was looking for to remove my hazard switch, thanks mate.
@coldwellbankerventure6423
@coldwellbankerventure6423 Месяц назад
Cost
@TheFlexxGarage
@TheFlexxGarage Месяц назад
Congrats my man!!!!! I know I’ll pull the trigger too and step away from my R8 Spyder and jump into a cayman. Probably within the next 5 years. Love them and love your spec!
@hanifsimpson
@hanifsimpson Месяц назад
Congratulations🎉
@untitled4841
@untitled4841 Месяц назад
Congrats! Will miss the R8, but at least you got another manual!
@bwang0202
@bwang0202 Месяц назад
Howdy! I’m trying to upgrade my info system and now need to remove my rear shelf cover like you did here, to connect backup camera feed. How did you take the shelf cover off? I’m having trouble pulling off two anchors in the middle
@ftwgarage
@ftwgarage Месяц назад
@@bwang0202 there’s a trim cover over the cup holders. You need to pry it off to expose two screws.
@bwang0202
@bwang0202 Месяц назад
@@ftwgarage thanks for the fast reply! I only need to remove the back shelf though, do I need to remove the cup holder’s trim first?
@ftwgarage
@ftwgarage Месяц назад
@@bwang0202 yes
@hanifsimpson
@hanifsimpson 2 месяца назад
Can't wait to see your new weekend car. Since you're a growing channel, I'd opt for something that's popular, and with your mechanical minded brain, you'll leap ahead of these other youtubers as most don't even know how to turn a wrench 😅
@hanifsimpson
@hanifsimpson 2 месяца назад
I'm doing a transmission swap on my R8 V10. You've been so helpful in more ways than one. Your videos are thorough, and your electrical harness will no doubt save me some time of building my own.
@nicolasruel1418
@nicolasruel1418 2 месяца назад
Hello First of all, I wanted to tell you that your RU-vid channel is really cool! I am also a proud owner of a 2013 audi r8 v10 plus. I wanted to ask you if you knew how to do and especially how (leave the engine compartment light) while I'm driving (when my low beam lights are on). thanks
@s2k4ever
@s2k4ever 3 месяца назад
I enjoy your videos. How much do you charge to convert an R Tronic transmission to a manual?
@ftwgarage
@ftwgarage 2 месяца назад
I don't do it as a business; www.thirdpedal.co would be the people to talk with if you're looking for a turn-key solution.
@s2k4ever
@s2k4ever 10 дней назад
@@ftwgarage Thanks for the info. I am looking at R8's for my next car but there are so many autos for sale. I am also looking at maybe the 987 Boxster Spyder, 981 Boxster GTS or 718 Boxster GTS.
@Paiamk
@Paiamk 3 месяца назад
I have a 2008 R8 V8 with the R-tronic and I have an issue with my gearbox. When I shift from 2nd to 3rd in manual mode, I hear a clunking noise from the gearbox. Its almost every time if I shift in low rpms (2000-3000) but when I shift at higher rpms, the clunking noise almost disappears. Whats your experience on noises from the gearbox?
@ftwgarage
@ftwgarage 3 месяца назад
The gearbox should not “clunk” at any rpm range. I would check the transmission mounts first. If they are okay, then the clunk may be related to the throw out bearing.
@Paiamk
@Paiamk 3 месяца назад
Alright, will check those things. Thanks for the help, I appretiate it 😊👍
@DKS9292
@DKS9292 3 месяца назад
Thanks Mark for this video clip.
@r8gt232
@r8gt232 3 месяца назад
Thanks Mark for this video clip.
@jp572
@jp572 3 месяца назад
Sick poster in the back “preservation society” assuming it says manual preservation society? Where did you get it?
@ftwgarage
@ftwgarage 3 месяца назад
thecurbshop.com/products/tmgps-r8-print
@STORM3SHADOW
@STORM3SHADOW 3 месяца назад
034, not 304, am I right?
@ftwgarage
@ftwgarage 3 месяца назад
Oh yes, thank you for the correction!
@joshpinchuk7061
@joshpinchuk7061 3 месяца назад
Is it for sale somewhere? What $ did you sell it for?
@ftwgarage
@ftwgarage 3 месяца назад
Car has already been sold!
@hanifsimpson
@hanifsimpson 3 месяца назад
You bought a Porsche 911 Turbo. Easy guess 😅
@ftwgarage
@ftwgarage 3 месяца назад
😅
@tanelrebane
@tanelrebane 3 месяца назад
Again, great content! Many thanks!🙏
@tanelrebane
@tanelrebane 3 месяца назад
Man, this is some grade A content, can't believe it hasn't gotten more traction. That said, I greatly enjoy it - many thanks! 🙏
@Millertime316
@Millertime316 4 месяца назад
what year is the r8 and mileage?
@ftwgarage
@ftwgarage 4 месяца назад
At the time of this job, the car had about 46 k miles. It is a 2008 car.
@hanifsimpson
@hanifsimpson 4 месяца назад
I found your channel because i have an R8 V10 R-Tronic that i wanna swap to Manual.
@lilxanniie9331
@lilxanniie9331 4 месяца назад
Wouldn’t it be easier to evacuate the oil from the top?
@ftwgarage
@ftwgarage 4 месяца назад
According to the factory service manual, you drain everything.
@henrykwan1932
@henrykwan1932 4 месяца назад
sad
@jose15238
@jose15238 4 месяца назад
Where can i find the list off the all parts needed for the manual swap? Thanks!
@ftwgarage
@ftwgarage 4 месяца назад
on my blog! ftwgarageshop.com/
@spazman0565
@spazman0565 4 месяца назад
My guess being the clue it's a driver's car. I bet it's going to be a Lotus Emira manual? Or a Porsche GTS spider manual?
@ftwgarage
@ftwgarage 4 месяца назад
😈
@BeaconMotorsports
@BeaconMotorsports 4 месяца назад
Congratulations🎉 super excited to have you be a part of a very small set of folks who have done the gated conversion on the R8. More importantly happy and excited to see next steps and know we are all here for ya ! 🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤
@hiimchad
@hiimchad 4 месяца назад
So glad to have met you through the R8 community Mark, and very excited for you and your next car. And remember, mine will feel basically the same if you ever want to swap keys 😂😎
@STORM3SHADOW
@STORM3SHADOW 4 месяца назад
Congrats, Mark. Us R8 brothers won't spoil the surprise about the new ride. 🤫
@jp572
@jp572 4 месяца назад
As a Gated R8 owner it’s a sad day but totally get it man, spread your wings and dip your toe in to a different car…. Just be careful it’s a slippery slope :) it’s a disease that can only be cured with more money and more garage space!
@onixz100
@onixz100 4 месяца назад
It's either a Porsche or a 458.
@ftwgarage
@ftwgarage 4 месяца назад
😈
@dirtystylus
@dirtystylus 4 месяца назад
Gutted that you've let go of the R8.... But as you say, life is all about experiencing new things so best of luck with the next venture. You have massively contributed to the R8 community and your videos will continue to help future generations of R8 owners, so thank you for all your hard work. Looking forward to hearing all about the new purchase!