Don’t Let This Happen To You!!
Please be careful!! While transferring my engine from my engine hoist to my engine stand it fell to the ground. I was fortunate that I didn’t get hurt. To be…
Mini Cooper Engine Removal (R56/N14)
Here is a link to the video you should watch before this one on Mini Front End Removal: https://youtu.be/2RfQsOwBZHk I believe this information will also apply to other Mini Coopers…
Mini Cooper Engine Installation (Part 2)
Here is Part 2 of the 2007 Mini Cooper S engine and transmission install. Here’s a link to Part 1: https://youtu.be/56lB1hDngqU In this episode I complete the installation of the…
Direct Injection Intake Valve Cleaning
While I had the direct injected N14 engine out of my 2007 Mini Cooper S, I decided to remove the intake manifold and inspect the valves. I’m glad I did…
Mini N14 Timing Chain Replacement
This video will walk you through the steps of replacing a timing chain on a Mini N14 engine. It includes tools and torque specs to do the job. I removed…
Mini Cooper Rear Hatch Won’t Latch Repair
If you have a Mini Cooper and the rear hatch won’t stay shut, or won’t open when you activate the switch, this video will help you. In this video I…
Mini Cooper Engine Installation (Part 1)
This is Part 1 of the reinstall the engine and transmission into my R56 Mini Cooper S. I show how to avoid damage to the AC lines as well as…
Carpet and Seat Installation R56 Mini Cooper
This video will show you how to install the carpet, seats, and center console in an R56 Mini. This information may also apply to other Mini’s of the same vintage.…
Mini Cooper S (R56) Front End Removal
There are a lot of repairs on a modern Mini Cooper that may require the removal of the front end of the vehicle. In this video I show you how…
How To Find Out if Your Engine Has Bent Valves
If you have an engine miss or performance problem, don’t forget to check for a mechanical problem, such as compression loss, with the engine. This video covers compression testing which…