Building A 550 HP E63 AMG Engine To Swap Into My C63 Ended In TOTAL Devastation! I’m Not Giving Up!

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@LegitStreetCars Год назад

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@acsiii110 Год назад

Is there an american school level?

@theyunglos Год назад

@@acsiii110 too soon.... too soon

@NickKautz Год назад

Whoever was paid for the engine should let you take it somewhere to have the head cleaned up and the bad cylinders recoated or sleeved. I can't see that costing more than $2500.

@radicalfilmz647 Год назад

mercedes are just buy Hondas

@mizinoinovermyhead.7523 Год назад

Couldn't you use the heads from the original engine? Or revalve the heads from that one? I mean yeah want the guys to make good on the warranty and everything, but you also have time to consider. I'd just rebuild the head or rebuild the head from the other engine and go that route.

@BERZERKERSV4 Год назад

By far one of the most down to earth Channels for car enthusiasts….. sincere , honest and Alex is just a normal guy…

@joshuagibson2520 Год назад

He grew up a broke ass with a single mother. Dude came from nothing. Worked his way to where he is. I respect the fuck out of that.

@DannyMdlG Год назад

Absolutely true!

@emekaezra1860 Год назад

... and that's why I follow him

@williamsommers538 Год назад

Yeah man way better than lame hoovies garage

@austinbirmingham7422 Год назад

M539 Restorations is prob my favorite channel atm, definitely recommend u check him out

@cmkelly1965 Год назад

Man, what a bummer! I know you have to film these and get them out to keep fresh content so it's heartbreaking when sort of thing happens when you're already hours in. As always, love the channel and the good work that you do.

@randallhuls9909 Год назад

You are a rocket scientist! I can not believe people do not change the oil and fluids with these kind of complex engines. There are just to many places for the engine to fail. I think I will stick to my LS motors and decline the giveaway, but love your persistence. Your insight is impeccable for all the engineering upgrades. Thanks for your videos!!

@thomasmurphy5906 Год назад

Man it's a good thing you opened up the engine, I hope you can get it figured out and all parties act in good faith

@sandrasews3765 Год назад

My husband is obsessed with this, you explain everything so good, I love it when his watching your videos he would loved to get a car like that. ❤❤

@keithlempka2593 Год назад

Love this series, and how you never seem to show really how frustrated you are when something like this happens. You just keep going until the job is done no matter how much longer it takes. I like the fact that you are doing this right and not cutting corners just to make content and get it done. Who ever wins this car can be certain they have a reliable car. Keep up the great work

@christianwuchatsch9510 Год назад

Well said.

@dave_s_vids Год назад

I'm never, ever going to be in a position where I'm stripping down an AMG engine, but I still love watching every minute of these videos - great stuff, thanks!

@edpollard989 Год назад

Another great video Alex, hope your guys stand behind that engine warranty!

@paulsinnett85 Год назад

I seriously don't understand why you don't have 3X the subscribers Alex, I love your videos. Always informative, and real. You guys rocks for keeping us entertained.

@LegitStreetCars Год назад

Thanks Paul! One day but I'm happy with the subs I have now. I appreciate every person who watches

@paulsinnett85 Год назад

@@LegitStreetCars It took me a while I have admit I subscribed when you where building the ppv but I have watched every video as they have come out since the lightning and even gone back and watched your previous c63 videos just good content thank you sir!!

@Motorsportsgeek Год назад

Man, good thing you're a youtuber. I can't imagine going through this as a diy

@anabelbarajas Год назад

As an AMG fan girl, this both breaks my heart and fulfills it at the same time. Awesome series, Alex!

@webberfan1234 Год назад

Same. ❤

@niagarajoe4402 Год назад

Brings back memories from tearing apart my c63’s engine…mine wasn’t blown, but was still fun lol

@Fasteddie1085 Год назад

💯

@Smarterthanyou-mthrfkr Год назад

I subscribed to Annabel on her Id photo only!, is it real?, if so, I made a good choice 😍😍😍

@niagarajoe4402 Год назад

@@Smarterthanyou-mthrfkr simp

@LargeKnives Год назад

I love the realness I see in this channel. Even though my mechanic skills are not in the same galaxy as Alex and Peter's so much of this content is still incredibly relatable based on the projects that I have completed on my own vehicles.

@Dani-it5sy Год назад

And the more of I watch the more gutsy I get when it comes to my own car. I did my own timing belt on a Volvo V70. I would have never even dared to start a job like that a few years ago. I have no mechanical back ground. Everything self thought. 😅 But it seems we all eiter need to start doing stuff our selves or voluntarily let ourselves get scammed by car dealers. I rather move about on a bicycle before I choose the last option.

@lucasmartin6793 Год назад

@@Dani-it5sy thats true man, this week I just changed the front absorbers, coil springs , strut mounts and ball joints from my Audi A3 8P with my self thought and watching some videos about that😅. I never thought I would change someday by my own a suspension of my car or do other maintenances and it’s all thanks to those videos that give us that thought: I can do it by myself. Btw the mechanic wanted 350€ to do the job.

@Dani-it5sy Год назад

@@lucasmartin6793 That's a bargain though 😅 I got a quote in Norway for a clutch and flywheel replacement on a 2.0tdi Volkswagen. one of the most common cars around here.. 4200 dollars 🤪 And that wasn't even an official dealer. For comparison I got a quote in the Netherlands 1200 dollars.

@LargeKnives Год назад

@@Dani-it5sy 100%. Not to mention how hard it is to trust other people to not cut corners or break our stuff. If I mess something up I can own that, but at least I know that it is being treated with care.

@mediocre_moto Год назад

Replacing the head bolts one at a time is a relatively common practice, mainly for the DIYer though. I have upgraded the standard bolts to ARP studs on my car doing this (Barra inline six), and I've seen many others do the same. Reliability has not been an issue - I've been running around 500RWHP for years, no dramas. I think MCM originally did this with Benny's Cresta on the first build.

@djame2517 Год назад

These videos are a gift to car people. I love watching your videos Alex. I admire your skill, patience and precision working on these engines.

@stephenprice7502 Год назад

Damn, you just can't catch a break with this one Alex! That's some bad luck right there, but I know you'll get it sorted out.

@pete538 Год назад

my c43 with the m113 has been abused with over 200kmiles now. runs great beside a slight oil burn which has gotten a little worse over 100k miles. maybe a quart every 500 or so miles. I attribute its longevity especially the cats with repeated sessions of getting it to redline quite often. awesome car. never left me stranded requiring a tow truck

@HammerWrench Год назад

A great neighbor that was a Mercedes tech said only own one if you have warranty. Otherwise, don’t love having your cash because the repairs always come.

@AnontheGOAT Год назад

That’s par for the course for any German automobile, but just Mercedes.

@LightlessAMG Год назад

I live this series so much, ive been planning on attempting to do all of this on my C63, a complete m156 engine refresh at 64k and now I have a series that literally walks me through it step by step. I could not be more thankful 🙏

@Justin-xn6hn Год назад

Alex - what about sleeving the block? Tasos M does this on the M157 5.5L biturbo without any reliability issues. Plus, this gets you more content for those of us who want to wrench on our own Mercs. Could be a win-win all around IF the engine seller is willing to pony up on the cost associated with this.

@kevin9c1 Год назад

My mostly unqualified 2 cents: Of all the M156 issues, bottom end issues are not one of them. Therefore, even if you got a higher mileage one, as long as the plan was to completely refresh the top end, replace gaskets, etc, it should be just as good as a lower mileage one. I understand the concern though and appreciate trying to match the mileage.

@gnarlytothemax Год назад

man you are a beast at this DIY thing. Probably more competent than the majority of MB technicians..

@avioncamper Год назад

Alex was a MB tech. Alex is a smart guy.

@br549rdr Год назад

Always glad to see midweek video from LSC. Enjoying this build for sure.

@heliosdelsol Год назад

Merriam-Webster definition of motor: 1 : one that imparts motion specifically : prime mover. 2 : any of various power units that develop energy or impart motion: such as. a : a small compact engine. b : internal combustion engine especially : a gasoline engine. c : a rotating machine that transforms electrical energy into mechanical energy.

@ghostwrench2292 Год назад

I’m glad this series didn’t exist about 6 months ago when I bought a used engine for my Mini Cooper that I overheated. I replaced every seal on that engine except the head gasket before installing it in my car. I NEVER would have imagined issues on the cylinder walls of a used engine!

@gavingrigsby4397 Год назад

Keep up the hard work Alex!

@sphinxtk Год назад

Mate, these videos are making me want to sell my c63 estate more and more 😄 Yet, at the same time making me think it’s all DIY fixable if/when it does all go wrong. Love the channel 👍🏼 keep up the great work 👌🏼

@kevin9c1 Год назад

As an owner of an M113K and M273, I have to say the M156 scares me. Never drove one though. I am pretty sure they are magnificent.

@subzero7551 Год назад

I love how real and raw your channel is. You show the good, the bad, and the ugly of car repairs.

@ashleynyamadzawo Год назад

Undoubtedly my favourite You Tube Channel! Keep up the fantastic work guys, love the channel!

@agen1man Год назад

Really digging the content, Alex! Got that M539 vibe with those long videos, love it!

@OB928 Год назад

Really enjoy seeing deep down inside the engine and learning how it all works. Most if not all of the work being done is above my skill level, but I continue to be amazed at the ease at which this rebuild is being done. Keep it up!

@LegitStreetCars Год назад

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@davedoja7998 Год назад

I’ve been looking for these type of swaps for years now.. definitely excited to see how this ends up 🔥

@derekcarpenter392 Год назад

Man it's going to be so nice when you guys are finished with everything, love the channel!

@bucksgarage Год назад

I really want to buy a C63 at some point so I was very happy to see you working on another. Your previous videos on these cars convinced me they can't be that bad and that I could work on them. Now you have me scared again! Hope the engine warranty works out, can't wait to see this thing driving!

@Laith_E46 Год назад

I worked at a shop/small dealership that specialized in Euro cars. The owners best friend's son bought a C63 from us with the old head bolt design, and wanted the bolts upgraded. We used method of doing each bolt one by one with the heads on. It's been two years now and the car is still running just fine. So I would say that it can be done that way as well.

@ANDERZENAMG Год назад

I did the one by one method on my ML63 7mo ago, all went well and it is running great still (Full Video On My Channel). Plan to do a One year update video on that process. Did them preemptively and also upgraded Cam adjuster plates and buckets while I was in there. Tough discovery with the rust issues, I am gonna look at it like something good is coming for you with the defeats so far on this thing. You got this!

@LightlessAMG Год назад

How did your headbolts look when you pulled em? I've got 65k on mine and want to get it over with soon

@ghostwrench2292 Год назад

Yes I was wondering when Alex mentioned M-B dealers doing the head bolt job under warranty the likely hood that flat rate techs would actually pull the head vs replace bolts one-by-one. I would bet 99.4% of techs did the bolt-by- bolt method. 😂

@ANDERZENAMG Год назад

@@LightlessAMG documented on my channel you can see for yourself 🤙🏼

@LightlessAMG Год назад

@@ANDERZENAMG the goat 🙏

@demonbiscuit Год назад

I did the same thing on my 2008 ML63 about 2 years ago. At the time from what I understood that is how independent mechanics and mercedes shops both were handling it so long as none of the headbolts had already failed. If they'd failed it meant a ruined head gasket so the heads had to be removed. Mine had 115k miles on it when I did it, now it's at 119k, no problems at all.

@CarFul Год назад

Man Alex, what a bummer this is! I truly hope you can get it done with that warranty! Great video again and I’m very curious for the follow up of this awesome series !

@CPoston420 Год назад

when I watch a tear down of these newer engines it really makes me appreciate the simplicity of the LS engines

@gamingasura Год назад

Love your videos... Watch each one without skipping

@fokuscs Год назад

love your content bro, especially with mercedes. Greetings from Poland

@sethgt1234 Год назад

I have been a Mercedes mechanic since 1997. I love these videos! Right now I have a 2006 CL500 that I got for $500. It is in very, very, very nice condition except for the transmission and the front bumper cover, but I already bought a transmission that was remanufactured by Mercedes. The transmission that is in it still works pretty good, but I know it's not working as good as it should. I also have a 2004 S430 that I love as well, but not many cars drive better than the W215's do.

@BastianKH Год назад

C215*

@johndost3087 Год назад

Good luck. I hope things work out well for the AMG.

@anthonyblacker8471 Год назад

You're right it's NOT an electric motor, but it IS a gasoline motor. It's an air pump basically, right? It sucks air in, compresses it and then blows it out the back! Motor is 100% and FULLY acceptable! (Engine works as well!) Thanks for the great content Alex, you're probably my favorite automotive RU-vid personality!! Keep up the great work bro!

@rave112 Год назад

I hate to see someone else with my luck when it comes to fixing things. It makes for good content in your case at least. Best car channel 👌

@donmit1974 Год назад

Oh I would love to add that I love you Channel I love the patience and your mechanical skills and your quirkiness. And please never let your friend eat anything off of the ground again even if it is in a wrapper

@ThatOneCastleGuy Год назад

What a heartbreaker, if anyone’s gonna make it right, it’s Alex. Fun to see you work with Modern Masters.

@roberttowsley8958 Год назад

Awesome series. Outstanding job!

@LegitStreetCars Год назад

What do you think caused the engine damage and what would you do at this point?

@michaelmahoney8887 Год назад

Well I'm not a mechanic so I would probably cry! 🤣

@VADER_225 Год назад

The usual k/jz/ls swop😂🙈

@Ratdweller Год назад

N54 swap😂

@webberfan1234 Год назад

Probably user error.

@powertothesheeple5422 Год назад

I'd say it sat with coolant/water in it at the wholesaler or there was a gasket leak prior to it getting pulled. At this point I'd wait to see what the seller has to say but I would be pretty leery of some 3rd party Carshield type of warranty. $7500 is a lot to pay for a used engine without a 100% guarantee return/replacement policy.

@scottrussell3862 Год назад

thanks for another cracking real life video Alex. so refreshing to see someome show it warts and all.

@thegmoutlet Год назад

Absolute bummer to see that! Excited to see this thing finished and someone taking delivery!

@DCDLaserCNC Год назад

Can you hone/bore the cylinders and get the heads refurbished with new valves and valve guides?

@Novalbz Год назад

What did that motor not have a problem with?

@rv9990 Год назад

Turning gas is an awsome sound.

@easytechchannel298 Год назад

Don't give up Alex, you are doing great. Second engine was looking very good up to the end were the rust start showing up on your show. We are waiting for part three and four!

@Nothingtosee2011 Год назад

I look forward to all of these videos when they come out. Thanks for all the hard work on our behalf!

@therealdojj Год назад

i'd love to find out what actually happened plus to see if you have reconstructed the smashed piston and then giving it away to a subscriber...

@oscarcouch5127 Год назад

you can hone that out with a ball hone should be ok all long as piston ring is not cracked. rust does form sometimes when setting for a long time.

@myz06rocks Год назад

You can’t hone these. The cylinders have lining in them. Motor is toast.

@oscarcouch5127 Год назад

@@myz06rocks i have been building engines and race engines for 35 yrs. lining or not a ball hone or 1000 grit that cylinder will clean up from what is shown on video. but with out measuring with a 3 leg bore mic it hard to tell.

@myz06rocks Год назад

@@oscarcouch5127 it’s not a mechanical liner style. It’s chemically applied. I know for a fact it is not recommended to hone. BMW does/did the same with its Nikasil stuff and so does Kawasaki with a number of its sport bikes. If you hone or bore, the coating needs to be reapplied. It is extremely expensive to do and only a handful of people that do it. If you’ve had success I applaud you. Everyone’s experience and knowledge is different.

@tracymckinley5919 Год назад

Man what a downer! Can't wait to see how it gets resolved in the next episode. Definitely enjoying this one!

@adamchaves71 Год назад

Bummer that engine was rusted on one side. I know you were excited to get those upgrades installed and get the engine back in and start the car. You do have the other engine, so you might be able to save this engine. Good luck getting it worked out the supplier of that engine. Great content as always Alex!!!

@bwalker4194 Год назад

Wow! I’ve never seen that kind of cam lobe profile. Must be some serious springs to keep those valves from bouncing.

@scryla2000 Год назад

I’m just crying towards the end of the video….. Best of luck Alex!!! I’ll be waiting!!!

@towman2068 Год назад

Keep on trucking brother , you doing excellent with this content . It's awesome what you do . God bless

@rankang2194 Год назад

Interesting outcome….Had good vibes for the new engine, and POW! No bueno!

@AJamal1Jones Год назад

Awww DAMN! At least it was found in the teardown process

@thebasherdude__473 Год назад

Alex I’ve gotta say watching your channel brings back memories of working with my father who was also a master mechanic at Mercedes don’t worry he’s not gone just moved to motorwerks to work on some bigger better things ive moved to the up of Michigan now and am now living in Marquette the cars up here are nothing compared to the Detroit metro area sorry for the rambling keep up the great videos I’ll be here to watch :)

@MyDyerMaker Год назад

This channel and one other make my day when a new video is released. Thanks man.

@markopolo945 Год назад

Happy LegitStreetCars Thursday! Alex, I can't wait for you to hit 1 million Subscribers. Well deserved you are one of the best RU-vidrs and your content is so enjoyable! You and Peter have an awesome rest of your day Brothers!🤜⚡🤛

@bagindoossamah1358 Год назад

Bro u 3 the bes thruthful & a great car professional at work showing how & explain very cearly &full of positif u 3 are a gem

@rogmofischilled9499 Год назад

I know next to nothing when it comes to engines. I just like your channel, I get to learn stuff and it's chilled.

@LegitStreetCars Год назад

My new C63 Coupe!! ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-bkBrwb-49nc.html

@RyanV78665 Год назад

dang.. good thing you checked it out before throwing it in!

@drifter2090 Год назад

Great video! Just did headbolts one by one, lifters and adjusters on my 140k miles CLS63, surprisingly my cams were perfect and my headbolts definitely could have gone longer.

@DearMajesty Год назад

So real! Thanks for that Alex. You're the best man! You got this!

@sirremusrobinson1070 Год назад

Can't wait to see that car running down the road.. Love watching the process but the end result is what it is..

@AsapRockyOG Год назад

Alex, I’ve been watching you since you had like 30k subs. It’s a bummer that this engine didn’t work out, I really hope they get you sorted out and that they take care of you! But apart from that,I just wanted to say It makes me really happy seeing how you’ve thrived over the years and overcame so many obstacles. I’m also really glad you went RU-vid full time. Watching you working on your cars is like hanging out with a friend. Anyway just wanted to say I appreciate you. I hope you never change and keep making videos till the wheels off

@ottson Год назад

Love this C63 series despite the mishaps. We get a deep view into it, and the engine

@johnshaw3208 Год назад

Great content Alex! Very informative.

@edwardprokopchuk3264 Год назад

My favorite automotive/AMG channel!

@theBoomerDoomer Год назад

Thank goodness Alex likes to do a lot of those "while we're in there" kinds of things... other guys might have just swapped the engine in and called it good. Who knows what would have happened then? Sometimes the content just makes itself... definitely looking forward to seeing how this turns out, good or bad.

@milokerrigan7256 Год назад

Woah tough break on that engine!!! Been there before, my heart sank as i’m sure yours did, when the head came off!!! Hope you find another engine! Keep up the great work!

@ppellet4738 Год назад

Oh man, what a bummer. Keep the faith brother !!

@thebeddoctor4273 Год назад

Thank you for keeping it clean and no fowl language. That's why me and my kids can watch your channel

@ckegman6103 Год назад

BMW guy but always great content. Top notch stuff Alex!

@robertvance1873 Год назад

Such a Nice Guy always thinking of others, great video 👍

@Mrhoaf Год назад

Wow, it's a good thing you opened it up!

@clipz_anime8630 Год назад

I love watching your videos can’t wait to see how the c63 and e63 comes out

@edgarwatkins9791 Год назад

I hate that happen to you but it is great watching you fix cars the way you do ,your knowledge base is Awesome.

@olympicfield Год назад

I did the studs on my E63 one at a time about 10k miles ago. No issues with it, but I replaced the bolts before any broke.

@mr_zurkie Год назад

Sucks man. Glad you are doing it right. Been watching your videos since the Focus RS I had blew up (about 4 years ago now). Glad to see your channel coming along!

@845amg Год назад

If you have a 2011 you just have to check the bolts - I have an M156 out of the affected range with the old bolts.

@jeremysmith876 Год назад

Bad break Alex but more content for us is never a bad thing!

@christiaanvandewetering609 Год назад

Alex, I fell asleep midway through your video and then you started using your pipe hammer... well now I am not sleeping anymore. Thanks for the great content. Greetings from South Africa.

@brian_atc Год назад

Don't think I've found another channel with so many fails, but have to be impressed with the positive attitude.

@musicman5299 Год назад

what a bummer! kinda glad it was you than a diy independent warrior stuck with this motor!

@gasolara2002 Год назад

It is actually good to have some miles on the engine. When they sit stuff goes south. I have actually seen this failure. It failed inside the car. It swallow a small amount of water in the intake and it looks like it sat for a little bit. The valves were a bit too clean on top. Hopefully they will quickly resolve the issue.

@DavidGBarnes Год назад

The Journey makes the destanation all the sweeter.

@gregoryfairchild2460 Год назад

Hey, if you get bored, I've got a 2004 A6 2.7t twin turbo, quattro S-Line . I started doing a timing job on the Covid hit. Still having long Covid issues and scraping by so it's just sitting in the yard on 3 years old 5 miles nearly new Kumho Ecsta asymmetrical tires, ugh.. You can do all the shows or events with it as long as I get it later.

@brianjacobs1241 Год назад

I really enjoy this man’s enthusiasm and his channel is very smart and very knowledgeable and very attention to detail. I’m surprised he’s not some kind of motor builder lol making hundreds of thousands off of motors he has built.