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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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How To Paint Brake Calipers Like a Pro!

This video will show you the steps needed to paint the calipers on your vehicle. It’s not a difficult process, but if done correctly, it…

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The Most Important Part of a Brake Job!

I’ve done a lot of brake jobs in my career, and I didn’t always perform this procedure, but I’ve come to find it makes for…

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Mini Cooper Cabin Air Filter Replacement

This video shows you how to replace a cabin air filter on a 2007 Mini Cooper S. This procedure will also work for other Mini’s…

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Mini Cooper N14 Bent Valve Repair (Part 1)

This can happen if the timing chain on your N14 skips time and bends valves which is a common issue. I cover diagnosis of bent…

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