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Follow me as I build out my car and share what I've learned along the way on working on it.
Current Car:
718 Cayman GTS 6-Speed
Support:
How to support me? Buy Me a Coffee. Every little bit helps as I build more cool stuff to share with you: www.buymeacoffee.com/ftwgarage
Current Car:
718 Cayman GTS 6-Speed
Support:
How to support me? Buy Me a Coffee. Every little bit helps as I build more cool stuff to share with you: www.buymeacoffee.com/ftwgarage
The New Car has Arrived!
Join me as I narrate the specs of the new car!
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Chill Guitar / Flamingo by Lesion X soundcloud.com/lesionxbeats
Creative Commons - Attribution 3.0 Unported - CC BY 3.0
Free Download / Stream: bit.ly/flamingo-lesion-x
Music promoted by Audio Library czcams.com/video/a1XmwxH0BPw/video.html
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Music:
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Chill Guitar / Flamingo by Lesion X soundcloud.com/lesionxbeats
Creative Commons - Attribution 3.0 Unported - CC BY 3.0
Free Download / Stream: bit.ly/flamingo-lesion-x
Music promoted by Audio Library czcams.com/video/a1XmwxH0BPw/video.html
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Upgrading the Audi Q5 Basic Grill to the Black Optics Grill found on S-Line/SQ5 Trim
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Since the fun car is still not here, mind as well mod the wife's car; don't worry, the fun car is coming very soon! I show you how to upgrade the B9.5 (MY 2020 ) Audi Q5 basic grill to the S-Line/SQ5 grill. Hope this video helps other Audi Q5 owners. Support: How to support me? Buy Me a Coffee. Every little bit helps as I build more cool stuff to share with you: www.buymeacoffee.com/ftwgarage
Crashing the R8 Cruise
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Now that I'm R8-less, I crash the R8 Only Cruise and catch up with my R8 friends.
A message for future owners of my old Audi R8
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Consider this video a "message in the bottle" sort of video where I explain the maintenance history and manual conversion process that my old Audi R8 went through. VIN: WUAAU34288N004613 Music: Chill Guitar / Flamingo by Lesion X soundcloud.com/lesionxbeats Creative Commons - Attribution 3.0 Unported - CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: bit.ly/flamingo-lesion-x Music promoted by Audio Library cz...
The R8 is gone
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Plus an update on the future of this channel. Goodbye my Audi R8. Music: Autumn 2011 by Loxbeats spoti.fi/34tPBBO Creative Commons - Attribution 3.0 Unported - CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: bit.ly/autumn-2011 Music promoted by Audio Library czcams.com/video/r4twe3BxxX8/video.html
Replacing the Audi R8 Expansion Coolant Tank
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I recommend every Gen 1 R8 owner replace their expansion tank before it leaks - ask me how I know... Support: How to support me? Buy Me a Coffee. Every little bit helps as I build more cool stuff to share with you: www.buymeacoffee.com/ftwgarage 0:00 Intro 00:10 Replacing the coolant tank 03:05 Draining the coolant system 08:10 Filling the coolant system 10:49 Bleeding the coolant system Music ...
Got Stranded by my R8
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A $200 standard Volkswagen part left me stranded in the middle of nowhere.
Upgrading your Rubber Brake Hoses on the Audi R8
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This is by far one of the most straight forward upgrades you can do for your Audi R8! Support: How to support me? Buy Me a Coffee. Every little bit helps as I build more cool stuff to share with you: www.buymeacoffee.com/ftwgarage 0:00 Intro 00:44 Changing rear hoses 01:37 Changing front hoses 02:25 Flushing brakes Music Credits: Autumn 2011 by Loxbeats spoti.fi/34tPBBO Creative Commons - Attri...
How to Light Up Your Audi R8 Door Sills
zhlédnutí 1,1KPřed 9 měsíci
Upgrading the door sills to the illuminated version! You may break a clip from pulling off the lower trim cover (par for the course). Here is the part number to replace your clips: #4E0867299 Link to the full write up that explains how to build the wiring harness adapter: www.r8talk.com/threads/diy-add-illuminated-door-sills-to-the-gen-1-r8-with-proper-wiring-harness.181996/ Support: How to sup...
How to Replace Audi R8 Parking Brake Pads
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Replacing my 15-year old parking brake pads. Support: How to support me? Buy Me a Coffee. Every little bit helps as I build more cool stuff to share with you: www.buymeacoffee.com/ftwgarage 0:00 Intro 00:56 Loosen parking brake cable 01:58 Take off old pads 02:41 Inspecting old pads 03:54 Installing new pads 06:20 Tighten parking brake cable sequence Music Credits: Autumn 2011 by Loxbeats spoti...
How To Install Audi S3 Wingback Seats for the Audi R8 - Part 2
zhlédnutí 950Před 10 měsíci
We're now going to figure out how to transfer the Audi R8's passenger seat pressure sensor and occupancy module for the new seat. Part 2 tackles installing and wiring up the Passenger's side seat (right side). Support: How to support me? Buy Me a Coffee. Every little bit helps as I build more cool stuff to share with you: www.buymeacoffee.com/ftwgarage You can read the write-up on how to create...
How To Install Audi S3 Wingback Seats for the Audi R8 - Part 1
zhlédnutí 1,4KPřed 10 měsíci
Another dream mod unlocked! This time we're going to figure out how to install Audi's Wingback seats that were only available outside of North America. These wingback seats are essentially Recaro Sportster CS seats made for Audi cars specifically. Part 1 tackles installing and wiring up the Driver's side seat (left side). Support: How to support me? Buy Me a Coffee. Every little bit helps as I ...
DIY Manual Conversion Tips for the Audi R8
zhlédnutí 2,1KPřed 11 měsíci
Coming back from helping a buddy convert his Audi R8, there were some tips I want to give you, the DIYer, when you go through your own manual conversion project. Support: How to support me? Buy Me a Coffee. Every little bit helps as I build more cool stuff to share with you: www.buymeacoffee.com/ftwgarage 0:00 Intro 00:41 Working inside the car 04:38 Cracking open the transmission gear housing ...
Add Apple Carplay/Android Auto Functionality to the OEM Factory Radio in the Gen 1 Audi R8
zhlédnutí 6KPřed 11 měsíci
Van Deursen (www.vandeursen.be/), a car electronic shop in Belgium (not the Netherlands as I incorrectly said in the video @ 2:00) offers a plug-and-play kit to allow you to add Apple Carplay/Android Auto functionality to the Audi factory radio units that ran the RNS-E firmware (such as the radio units in the Gen 1 R8). Here is how you do it for the Gen 1 Audi R8. For specific coding instructio...
Rebuilding a Broken Lamborghini Gallardo Transmission - Assembly - Part 4
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Excited to share my journey learning how to rebuild the Graziano L140 Transmission that's used in the Lamborghini Gallardo and Generation 1 Audi R8. This transmission was reported to not shift from the shop when run at operating temperature, and was gathering dust at a junkyard. Can we diagnose what went wrong and save it? Part 4: Transmission Assemble Support: How to support me? Buy Me a Coffe...
Rebuilding a Broken Lamborghini Gallardo Transmission - Gear Carnage - Part 3
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Rebuilding a Broken Lamborghini Gallardo Transmission - Gear Carnage - Part 3
Rebuilding a Broken Lamborghini Gallardo Transmission - All the Gears! - Part 2
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Rebuilding a Broken Lamborghini Gallardo Transmission - All the Gears! - Part 2
Rebuilding a Broken Lamborghini Gallardo Transmission - Can I Save It? - Part 1
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Rebuilding a Broken Lamborghini Gallardo Transmission - Can I Save It? - Part 1
ASMR - Washing my Audi R8 Car with Typical Neighborhood Background Noises
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ASMR - Washing my Audi R8 Car with Typical Neighborhood Background Noises
Audi R8 Transmission Comparison: Manual
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Audi R8 Transmission Comparison: Manual
Top 3 Tips to Maintain your Audi R8/Lamborghini Gallardo Manual Transmission
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Top 3 Tips to Maintain your Audi R8/Lamborghini Gallardo Manual Transmission
Fixing my Audi R8's Rear Engine Oil Leak - Part 2
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Fixing my Audi R8's Rear Engine Oil Leak - Part 2
Fixing my Audi R8's Rear Engine Oil Leak - Part 1
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Fixing my Audi R8's Rear Engine Oil Leak - Part 1
Audi R8 Transmission Comparison: R-Tronic
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Audi R8 Transmission Comparison: R-Tronic
Audi R8 Transmission Comparison: S-Tronic
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Audi R8 Transmission Comparison: S-Tronic
Upgrade the Old Audi R8 Steering Wheel with a Working Push Start Button: Part 2
zhlédnutí 7KPřed rokem
Upgrade the Old Audi R8 Steering Wheel with a Working Push Start Button: Part 2
Upgrade the Old Audi R8 Steering Wheel with a Working Push Start Button: Part 1
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Upgrade the Old Audi R8 Steering Wheel with a Working Push Start Button: Part 1
Quick Walkthrough: Remove Gen 1 Audi R8 Center Console
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Quick Walkthrough: Remove Gen 1 Audi R8 Center Console
4 Watchouts to Prevent Future Headaches on Maintaining Your Older Audi R8
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4 Watchouts to Prevent Future Headaches on Maintaining Your Older Audi R8
The Most Cost Effective Interior Upgrade for an Early Audi R8
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The Most Cost Effective Interior Upgrade for an Early Audi R8
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
@@liviu1090 you need that striker plate for reinforcement and to help mount the two outer grill pieces.
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
Absolutely brilliant, just what I was looking for to remove my hazard switch, thanks mate.
Cost
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!
Congratulations🎉
Congrats! Will miss the R8, but at least you got another manual!
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
@@bwang0202 there’s a trim cover over the cup holders. You need to pry it off to expose two screws.
@@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?
@@bwang0202 yes
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 😅
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.
Hello First of all, I wanted to tell you that your CZcams 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
I enjoy your videos. How much do you charge to convert an R Tronic transmission to a manual?
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.
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?
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.
Alright, will check those things. Thanks for the help, I appretiate it 😊👍
Thanks Mark for this video clip.
Thanks Mark for this video clip.
Sick poster in the back “preservation society” assuming it says manual preservation society? Where did you get it?
thecurbshop.com/products/tmgps-r8-print
034, not 304, am I right?
Oh yes, thank you for the correction!
Is it for sale somewhere? What $ did you sell it for?
Car has already been sold!
You bought a Porsche 911 Turbo. Easy guess 😅
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Again, great content! Many thanks!🙏
Man, this is some grade A content, can't believe it hasn't gotten more traction. That said, I greatly enjoy it - many thanks! 🙏
what year is the r8 and mileage?
At the time of this job, the car had about 46 k miles. It is a 2008 car.
I found your channel because i have an R8 V10 R-Tronic that i wanna swap to Manual.
Wouldn’t it be easier to evacuate the oil from the top?
According to the factory service manual, you drain everything.
sad
Where can i find the list off the all parts needed for the manual swap? Thanks!
on my blog! ftwgarageshop.com/
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?
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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 ! 🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤
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 😂😎
Congrats, Mark. Us R8 brothers won't spoil the surprise about the new ride. 🤫
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!
It's either a Porsche or a 458.
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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!
Excited for you! Can’t wait. And fyi my ceiling is 9’4 and just put a lift in. The Fairlane and R8 stacks nicely. I’ll shoot you the companies info if you want 😁
Oooo, tempting...
It's got to be a 911
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Hello, amazing series mate and you have inspired me to do it too, I have all the parts but I was wondering what did you do with the kick down on the accelerator pedal? Did you replace the pedal or can the click be removed some how?
Hey James, I did not touch the accelerator pedal at all. There's no need to do anything to the accelerator pedal.
@@ftwgarage thanks so much for the reply. So your pedal still has the click for the kick down at the bottom of the pedal when you push it?
@@jampeauk Yes.
Thank you for taking the time to not only taking the build on camera, but also to explain things through and through. I got a Question, how much can be paid back if one would try to sell the parts that has been removed (the old R-Tronic parts) ?
I would expect no more than a few thousand dollars at best.
FINALLY FOUND MY KINDA R8 CONTENT
There is an Audi R8 Gen 1 recall for this issue.
Yes and that recall is just a metal brace that clamps onto the tank that I showed in my next video. It prevents the tank from bursting open, but will not prevent it leaking. My car had the recall done and the tank still leaked.
this issue has happened to me 3 times in 5 years. super annoying when it happens. Im having an aluminum replacement tank developed for our cars in the next few months that will be miles better than the oem one
An aftermarket unit with the enfig kit makes better use of the rear backup camera and amplifier. Sound quality is better and rear camera image is more useable than the factory unit. And you get a higher resolution touchscreen. You do need to purchase extra hardware for satellite radio but with streaming services, it’s pointless unless you really want XM or whatever.
Yes, everyone knows that already. The whole point is to keep everything looking stock and OEM for this one mod.
Great video Mark! Thanks for the overview and appreciate you going over the coolant flush process as well
Thank you 😊👍
Glad you got it fixed! And great instructions on the coolant swap. I’ll def be doing that once I get my coolant tank installed. 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼
At 10:06 you are supposed to screw the black plug out, not to remove its base
Yes, you can screw it out, but I could not screw it out for my car specifically. It could be because the screw itself is warped into the threads since it's 16 years old. In addition, the plastic slot was breaking away, so the next best thing is to just remove the base to get the job done.
Hi, thanks for the video.. What did you use to protect the side of your R8 while working on it? Cheers
Look up carpet protection at your hardware store. It's plastic material with adhesive that carpenters use to put on the carpet.
Dang...that sucks that it happened on a cruise. Glad it wasn't in the middle of traffic on a busy road. Glad you're okay as well and nothing catastrophic happened. This issue has been on my mind lately. I have a 2014 V8 Spyder with close to 35K miles. Should I just go ahead and replace it now, or it's just one of those items that once it goes, that's when you replace it (Somewhat like the AC compressor)?
Yea it definitely sucked! I would recommend you just be proactive and get a new tank and get new coolant because you don't want to be stranded on the side of the road like I was.
@@ftwgarage thanks. I spoke to a few of my r8 buddies and I ended up pulling the trigger on the tank a few hours ago. Also bought some plugs to do while I’m in there. Thanks man! Get that ride back on the road asap!!!!
Such a bummer that happened, but so glad it's a relatively simple fix. like many others, looking forward to the DIY!
Crazy you had the camera rolling in the engine when it happened. It was a fun day dude!
Looking forward to the DIY for coolant tank replacement!