I ATTEMPTED TO DRIVE MY WRECKED MCLAREN 720s

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    I bought a wrecked Mclaren 720s from Amsterdam in hopes to rebuild it for myself. After i got it back to the UK Mclaren said it wasnt possible to repair the damage to so i was forced to buy a new carbon tub. Richard Hammond didnt think i could get the car back on the road before Christmas and i want to prove him wrong but after rebuilding it and attempting to drive it another huge problem occured!
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  • @Techno_VFX
    @Techno_VFX Před 5 měsíci +2239

    Man, your dad is oviously having the time of his life. He is probably the proudest dad this side of the Atlantic. Cherish the time you spend with him. Really touching to see him smile from the bottom of his heart.

    • @2fast2nick
      @2fast2nick Před 5 měsíci +65

      i love when he just busts up laughing

    • @CarsCatAliens
      @CarsCatAliens Před 5 měsíci +48

      Im a bit old, and seeing Father and son enjoying time together, sharing a common interest is heart warming... Makes me wish I had that type of relationship with my pop when he was alive.

    • @dazzbedford68
      @dazzbedford68 Před 5 měsíci +4

      Mate I'd cut my losses and strip it for spares to sell on. Slowly becoming a moneypit

    • @skalli1064
      @skalli1064 Před 5 měsíci +1

      you nailed it

    • @lukethegini5843
      @lukethegini5843 Před 5 měsíci +7

      @@dazzbedford68 hes making loads of money making these videos on it though

  • @LucianNisipeanu
    @LucianNisipeanu Před 5 měsíci +1357

    Even if the car was fully functional, it wouldn't go into gear if the front latch is unlashed (common issue with the mclaren). If you want to bypass this issue - keep the brake pedal fully depressed and hold the drive (d) selector for 20 sec and it would shift to 1st gear allowing you to move.

    • @BudderChicken101
      @BudderChicken101 Před 5 měsíci +40

      Needs to be pinned

    • @zuzutm3391
      @zuzutm3391 Před 5 měsíci +10

      Asa Lucian, mersi mult de comentariu! Poate, poate o repara pana la Craciun 😂

    • @LucianNisipeanu
      @LucianNisipeanu Před 5 měsíci +6

      @@zuzutm3391 Cu placere! Doamne ajuta!

    • @TheGaryprice
      @TheGaryprice Před 5 měsíci +3

      Another brilliant video that smoke dnt look to clever tho🤦🏻‍♂️

    • @scrummpybear
      @scrummpybear Před 5 měsíci +13

      Its not only only the bonnet its also the doors for mclaren. They need to be connected/ shorted most times we did work.

  • @xPirimental
    @xPirimental Před 5 měsíci +260

    I work for Mclaren as a Technician. If you fill all 8L into the engine in one go during an oil change it will overflow internally and cause a smoke show. Start with 6.5L then run it and go through the top up procedure.

  • @glugspilz4878
    @glugspilz4878 Před 5 měsíci +655

    No matter how bad a situation is, Mats Dad is ALWAYS laughing. That‘s so inspiring! I like this man sooooo much!

    • @mickmorgan67
      @mickmorgan67 Před 5 měsíci +29

      That's because he isn't paying for any of it 😂

    • @sharingstoke
      @sharingstoke Před 5 měsíci +4

      Legendary. Awesome to see a father and son work together like this. I work with my dad 6 days a week and I’ll cherish this forever.

    • @22Epic
      @22Epic Před 5 měsíci +1

      It means more content so more money, so you'll obviously laugh at that.

    • @yannikbrn
      @yannikbrn Před 5 měsíci +1

      And also he is funny AF
      😂😂

  • @toddfriday4572
    @toddfriday4572 Před 5 měsíci +5542

    We need ‘Engine Very Bad’ T-shirts ASAP

    • @danbrownrg6633
      @danbrownrg6633 Před 5 měsíci +62

      And hats 👒 I would get one for sure 👌🙏

    • @danielthompson743
      @danielthompson743 Před 5 měsíci +37

      I’d buy the hat

    • @toddfriday4572
      @toddfriday4572 Před 5 měsíci +39

      Mat there’s ur next idea mate! Engine Very Bad hats, hoodies and T-shirts

    • @paveljelic
      @paveljelic Před 5 měsíci +20

      OMG yes, please Engine Very Bad shirts ASAP

    • @jordangullis9734
      @jordangullis9734 Před 5 měsíci +3

      Came here to write this!

  • @adamwhitaker9579
    @adamwhitaker9579 Před 5 měsíci +680

    Matt check the oil drains from the turbos, there could be an issue with them draining oil back to the sump, this will send oil straight past the turbo seals in to the exhaust. I worked on the 570’s GT4 cars, we blew an engine in qualifying at donington, we fitted a new engine over night from the mclaren spares truck, they had left a bung in one of the turbo drains, the smoke we got was 10x worse than what’s coming from your car. It could also just be the turbo seals. Hope this helps

    • @adamwhitaker9579
      @adamwhitaker9579 Před 5 měsíci +34

      If you take a turbo off check in the exhaust prior to it, if there’s no oil in it then that’s your issue

    • @kobusbotes9775
      @kobusbotes9775 Před 5 měsíci +34

      Maybe check that all crankcase ventilation pipes and valves are on the right way around.

    • @kobusbotes9775
      @kobusbotes9775 Před 5 měsíci +26

      That can also explain why the oil filler cap flew off

    • @nahvideos857
      @nahvideos857 Před 5 měsíci

      @@kobusbotes9775exactly what I was thinking

    • @adamwhitaker9579
      @adamwhitaker9579 Před 5 měsíci +23

      @@kobusbotes9775 thinking a bit more, if there’s too much crank case pressure this could stop the oil draining back, I reckon there’s been oil sat in the bottom of the engine which initially caused an increase in crank case pressure, and forced a load of oil past the seals.

  • @rossbest2049
    @rossbest2049 Před 5 měsíci +336

    It's upsetting when things don't go to plan for Mat. We're all rooting for you man.

  • @sabrinalaipepblte
    @sabrinalaipepblte Před 5 měsíci +276

    For me as a McLaren technician it is very interesting but kind of a pain to watch you rebuild, or try to rebuild the car. There's so much I would love to tell you how to do different or where you forgot to put in screws or bolted something in the wrong way. Just for example, looks like you forgot the screw of the 'last interior part' from behind? But anyways I will keep watching and just hope you will get it running again! (Try holding down D button when engine is running for around 10 seconds, works wonders sometimes)

    • @billwoolmer8495
      @billwoolmer8495 Před 5 měsíci +34

      It is very cool that you are sharing tips as a McLaren tech.

    • @shunsloman9313
      @shunsloman9313 Před 5 měsíci +13

      ​@@billwoolmer8495apparently a McLaren technician yes.

    • @juliandavies1974
      @juliandavies1974 Před 5 měsíci +14

      So why don't you go and offer your services on a day off?

    • @sabrinalaipepblte
      @sabrinalaipepblte Před 5 měsíci +17

      @@juliandavies1974 I would actually love to because I really enjoy working on those cars, but we are not allowed to do so

    • @juliandavies1974
      @juliandavies1974 Před 5 měsíci +2

      @@sabrinalaipepblte why not? It's in your own time... and unpaid! Obviously

  • @cconcannon5145
    @cconcannon5145 Před 5 měsíci +693

    Even as a car guy, I come here for Mat's attitude and positivity as much as anything.

    • @KarmaNightmxre
      @KarmaNightmxre Před 5 měsíci +2

      same, as much as i love the 720 cuz its my dream i still watch for him

  • @bramgroot8032
    @bramgroot8032 Před 5 měsíci +127

    hi mat, you probably would already have checked it by now. but double check the oil level of the engine. if you have too much oil in the dry sump system the turbo's have difficulty draining back into the sump causing too high of a oil pressure in the drain line, causing it to poor oil past the seal in the turbo's

  • @ttgtomr
    @ttgtomr Před 5 měsíci +51

    Looks like the oil drains on the turbos might be kinked or not positioned correctly. You'll smoke like that at idle and free revving since the oil has no where to go and it just goes through the seals. Good luck!

    • @thegametesterman
      @thegametesterman Před 5 měsíci +1

      This!!!! Also the oil gets into the turbos and creates a puddle over time which looks exactly like what’s happening here.

    • @bahnstormerlife
      @bahnstormerlife Před 5 měsíci

      Yep, totally agree......start looking at the turbos and the oil lines Mat as it may not be quite as bad as you think.

  • @jordanE1451
    @jordanE1451 Před 5 měsíci +25

    I love how matt's dad has such a positive vibe even in the bad moments

  • @zollotech
    @zollotech Před 5 měsíci +1363

    Well that was a bit unexpected..., but still need to beat Hammond

    • @dovlatheman8344
      @dovlatheman8344 Před 5 měsíci +7

      Zollotech when ever i buy an apple product i watch you first i love your vids and lets hope mat can fix the mclaren

    • @Weggum
      @Weggum Před 5 měsíci +3

      like this comment pls

    • @Weggum
      @Weggum Před 5 měsíci +2

      wait i think ik mat?

    • @Weggum
      @Weggum Před 5 měsíci +1

      one of my cousins dated a guy named mat who moved to the uk or something and then went to visit us and then he dumped her had almost same build as mat

    • @PrinceAndrewFucksKids
      @PrinceAndrewFucksKids Před 5 měsíci +2

      ​@dovlatheman8344 shame you can't fix an iPhone like the mclaren. The iPhone would just disable things like true tone, if you change the screen yourself lmao.

  • @scottschofield244
    @scottschofield244 Před 5 měsíci +487

    I Love how Tony just Laughs. Nothing gets this man down. 😂

    • @spookyreaper1702
      @spookyreaper1702 Před 5 měsíci +2

      He reminds me of South Africans. Rolling blackouts funny, gonna run out of water.. laughs again 😂they laugh at everything

    • @LeperMessiah2
      @LeperMessiah2 Před 5 měsíci +1

      Me too and I would have laughed if it wasn't my engine too😂 Afterall Mat got the cash for it so no problem laughing then 😂

    • @angrypants7619
      @angrypants7619 Před 5 měsíci +1

      Money talks, more views more money for fixing it

    • @skyhigheagleer6
      @skyhigheagleer6 Před 5 měsíci

      Not his money 😂

    • @angrypants7619
      @angrypants7619 Před 5 měsíci +1

      @skyhigheagleer6 no, he can certainly splash the cash, and it makes good content

  • @mrsmith4662
    @mrsmith4662 Před 5 měsíci +11

    I reckon by now, Mat must be the nation's best qualified luxury sports car mechanic. These things are so complex, but he (and his dad and team) always take it in their stride. Inspiring and remarkable.

    • @mikenelson1632
      @mikenelson1632 Před 4 měsíci +2

      I agree. I would have lost my mind on some of these setbacks. Such a great attitude and enjoyable to watch.

  • @darrenwhelan8173
    @darrenwhelan8173 Před 5 měsíci +2

    Feel you pain Matt.And love the banter with you and your Dad, Good times always

  • @saynotothegreatreset
    @saynotothegreatreset Před 5 měsíci +282

    I like how your dad just laughs, its like nothing is a big deal for him 😊

    • @Rowenzz
      @Rowenzz Před 5 měsíci +11

      More problems more content more $$$$$

    • @xXxBo5sANaCxXx
      @xXxBo5sANaCxXx Před 5 měsíci +5

      @@Rowenzz and more entertainment for us, so win-win

    • @nz-marke
      @nz-marke Před 5 měsíci

      It's a manic, crazy man laugh. I love it!

    • @JoE_Songs
      @JoE_Songs Před 5 měsíci +1

      @@Rowenzz exactly.

    • @JoE_Songs
      @JoE_Songs Před 5 měsíci +1

      at this point, with 2 M subs, the ammount of money they generate from repair-vids of a wrecked McLaren, could buy them a new one. so yes, nothing is a big deal to him/them. more problems also mean more views and money.

  • @frxnzny477
    @frxnzny477 Před 5 měsíci +704

    You know it’s a good day when Matt uploads

  • @andrewevans3963
    @andrewevans3963 Před 5 měsíci

    I'm not a huge car fan or mechanical, but will pull anything else apart to repair so understand your frustration altho your on another level! I love your charisma and positive attitude very inspiring and love to watch! Keep it up, thanks!

  • @johnomahony1788
    @johnomahony1788 Před 5 měsíci

    Ive been watching the channel for some time and wondering what is the alcamy that keeps me coming back? I like cars but wouldnt call myself a petrol head. And the magic is that Matt, you're an extraordinary educator. You make the mundane interesting and the complicated simple. Also the editing is so professional. I suspect you could teach anything if you put your mind to it. Keep up the good work

  • @ChrisHarding-lk3jj
    @ChrisHarding-lk3jj Před 5 měsíci +112

    You could easily straighten the existing rear struts, I have done it many times.
    I believe the turbos on the 720 have liquid cooled center sections so a damaged turbo could allow coolant into the exhaust.

    • @jamiebarber4675
      @jamiebarber4675 Před 5 měsíci +4

      I would say that's a possibility if it was out of one bank only, but being both it is more likely to be the crankcase breather system if its not the rings that have gone

    • @ChrisHarding-lk3jj
      @ChrisHarding-lk3jj Před 5 měsíci +2

      @@jamiebarber4675 That doesn't really look like smoke caused by the burning of oil in the combustion chamber.
      It seems like the vast majority of exotic car power trains are fragile and temperamental. The parts prices from exotic car manufacturers is outrageous as there is absolutely no reason for it. A great example is the front marker lights for a Lamborghini Diablo, they sell for over $1200 a pair and they are borrowed from the Suzuki Samurai and those are $20 a pair. The Alternator for a Testarossa is well over $1200 from Ferrari and it was borrowed from the 1985 Corvette and can be purchased from any auto parts store for $120.

    • @santyclause8034
      @santyclause8034 Před 5 měsíci +1

      I second the breather pipe being a filthy clogged up tarry mess. Otherwise, the oil pump filter...

  • @ho7s0
    @ho7s0 Před 5 měsíci +225

    Looks to me as if the turbos are leaking oil into the exhaust system, engine sounds fine... Good luck Mat! Another amazing video!

    • @tovenaar5924
      @tovenaar5924 Před 5 měsíci +21

      Than the smoke would be blue.
      Now its white condensation/steam

    • @adriancremen3537
      @adriancremen3537 Před 5 měsíci +10

      Also intercooler is dry

    • @j.d.8593
      @j.d.8593 Před 5 měsíci +24

      That's not oil, that's water/coolant, oil smoke is blue.

    • @Jackrayz
      @Jackrayz Před 5 měsíci +13

      Could still be turbos if their water cooled and a seals gone

    • @TurboArt1
      @TurboArt1 Před 5 měsíci

      Maybe vacume to crank case vacumum system or check valves

  • @marianobales
    @marianobales Před 5 měsíci +6

    I really enjoy your videos because you don't always show when things go well. It's more realistic seeing all the process, not knowing if they going to make it through. Congrats. I'm sure you will find the way, you always do.

    • @sharingstoke
      @sharingstoke Před 5 měsíci +1

      Super inspiring. Makes me want to use my garage like a proper garage 🙏

  • @chadderton
    @chadderton Před 5 měsíci +1

    Love watching this come together. I'm guessing you've already checked it, but I remember VTuned's 720S smoking a lot and it turned out that it was just overfilled with oil.

  • @KkevrockK
    @KkevrockK Před 5 měsíci +18

    Mat, your Dad is the perfect dude to have around! He keeps stressful situations light. Despite the fact these issues mean extra, unplanned work he keeps laughing and smiling! He’s an inspiration and more people should try to be like that, myself included!

  • @okitsadam
    @okitsadam Před 5 měsíci +40

    I really really just love your channel. Everything about it. You, your lady, your dad, your friends. Everyone is just… normal. You never try to be someone you are not. You are my favorite. This channel is exactly what I have always needed and wanted in a channel!

    • @jackthehat1937
      @jackthehat1937 Před 5 měsíci +5

      Better than top gear ever was , I think matt is going to go all the way to be honest 😊

  • @Bargos1968
    @Bargos1968 Před 5 měsíci

    I always look forward to your uploads and catch myself smiling for your successes and looking forward to seeing you overcome the setbacks. Good Work!

  • @the6thgate
    @the6thgate Před 5 měsíci +7

    Discovered this channel a few weeks ago. Massive respect for the amount of technical knowledge and determination! Funny to see you laugh at all the smoke where I would be definately crying.

    • @johnstonlee
      @johnstonlee Před 5 měsíci +1

      You have a lot to catch up. Watch them all from the start in order!

  • @user-zn8is3qn9d
    @user-zn8is3qn9d Před 5 měsíci +71

    Your explanation of how the suspension works was amazing. This is your best video yet Mat. Cheers!

  • @joelkelly6211
    @joelkelly6211 Před 5 měsíci +11

    The reason why it's not going into gear is probably because there is no doors connected so the car's computer thinks they are open so wont go into gear think I heard them say this on a dde video during there 720 rebuild.
    have everything crossed that the engine is still good🤞🤞
    love your videos buddy keep up the great work ❤💪

    • @natedostalik3538
      @natedostalik3538 Před 5 měsíci

      It’s definitely that or the hood being off

    • @joelkelly6211
      @joelkelly6211 Před 5 měsíci

      @@natedostalik3538 Yeah totally agree 👍

  • @Angusrox01
    @Angusrox01 Před 5 měsíci

    I love your positivity Matt. Bloody inspirational. For mine this is my favourite uTube channel...by a long way..!! Looking forward to the next instalment.

  • @Dark_Horse_Productions23
    @Dark_Horse_Productions23 Před 5 měsíci

    Found you on YT and i am adicted to your work and how you manage to work yourself up..Respect dude.!!..Keep up the good work and nice video's.!

  • @ma9na111
    @ma9na111 Před 5 měsíci +128

    Mat it is always entertaining without being stupid like some other CZcamsrs. You are a hands on problem solver like a lot of us which is refreshing. Looking forward to the journey.

    • @Trap4Hunter
      @Trap4Hunter Před 5 měsíci +5

      I agree! Tho it maybe wasnt smart to keep revving with so much smoke 😅

    • @JonBoy1970
      @JonBoy1970 Před 5 měsíci +1

      Matt are you sure you checked the ECU . Scan it.. OK lots of smoke.. but... if the ecu ain't knowing this engine the ecu has to relearn all the mixture settings... the engine didn't rattle did it? Running extremely rich?
      It starts easy. So I don't think it's Ll doom and gloom. I think you could need to recode everything...
      Try scanning the OBD with your scanner.

    • @2LegitTooQuit
      @2LegitTooQuit Před 5 měsíci

      Or a shot turbo

  • @ryanvoros3131
    @ryanvoros3131 Před 5 měsíci +30

    that smoke from the engine maybe disappointing right now but those things what makes others stop or give up but anyone who watching your channel are certain you gonna find a solution anyway and thats why your channel is truly great cause you guys never give up! :) Wish you all the best to find the solution this time as well!

    • @mista5796
      @mista5796 Před 5 měsíci +4

      They would know if the smoke was oil, because it would smell like burnt oil. The white exhaust smoke was almost certainly coolant.
      The fact it was coming out both exhausts (ie both banks) indicates it’s not something affecting just one bank. It’s extremely unlikely for both turbos to fail in the same way, and also extremely unlikely for both head gaskets to fail.
      So it must be something ‘upstream’ of that. Somehow coolant is making its way into the intake system for both banks.

  • @wmejia4122
    @wmejia4122 Před 5 měsíci +4

    Way to go Mat and team on getting it this far! Looks like another engine to take out and fix, you got this! 💪

  • @mtbblur
    @mtbblur Před 5 měsíci

    I was amazed by the syspension beause that was my thesis in 1999. The whole idea was to do what citroen did in Xanthia without the need of a pump. We also built a 1:2 model of a car with dumpers connected that way. Instead of electrical valves we used manually adjusted flow control valves. We have also connected the front with the back so when you break and the car tries to lean forward the whole system tried to keep the car fully parallel to the ground giving extra stubility by pushing the rear wheels to the ground, so you have more grip. It is nice that some ideas are not left in some piece of paper!

  • @finnsherwin8677
    @finnsherwin8677 Před 5 měsíci +40

    Cheers for making these videos Mat currently in hospital and it’s helped me take my mind off a few things so I appreciate it 👍

  • @Young__phily
    @Young__phily Před 5 měsíci +248

    Its crazy how he makes it simple to fix a car😂

    • @wts.9
      @wts.9 Před 5 měsíci +14

      This one doesn’t seem very simple

    • @ruioliveira9845
      @ruioliveira9845 Před 5 měsíci +3

      Because it is easy to fix a car as long you have parts

    • @sykolol2681
      @sykolol2681 Před 5 měsíci +11

      @@ruioliveira9845 No you need alot of knowledge

    • @milanum1565
      @milanum1565 Před 5 měsíci

      @@sykolol2681 nah u just need youtube and some simple knowlage of how that works and you'll be good

    • @AdminAbuse
      @AdminAbuse Před 5 měsíci +1

      @@milanum1565 isn't it ironic that you're trying to lecture others while not being able to spell the word knowledge

  • @thomasmaloney8475
    @thomasmaloney8475 Před 5 měsíci

    hay, thanks for your videos ....great job keep working while doing your selling your product... you kept my interest.. usually i leave the video. so good job

  • @trust_plumbing
    @trust_plumbing Před 5 měsíci +6

    Don't give up Mat! The engine sounds good enough. Have you checked the crankcase ventilation system for blockages or nipped tubes?

  • @drgunit893
    @drgunit893 Před 5 měsíci +27

    The work ethic of Matt and his crew is insane!

  • @Ace_Dee
    @Ace_Dee Před 5 měsíci +3

    "daylight robbery, PANTS DOWN!" 🤣😂

  • @user-mk1jt8yb9t
    @user-mk1jt8yb9t Před 5 měsíci +2

    Hi Mat, i recall that either Vtuned or Freddy also had a lot of smoke, the first time they started their Mclaren after a rebuilt. I can't imagine that the headgasket will be blown because of a crash, i'am also thinking towards the Turbo's. On Idle, the smoke is not too bad, when you rev, those turbo's push a lot of air and smoke through the system is my guess. Keep up the good work, i love your video's and how you guys keep on laughing!

  • @davidmassicott7884
    @davidmassicott7884 Před 5 měsíci +5

    You and your Dad still laugh and have so much fun even when the engine may be blown …..love the contagious laughter 👍🏻

  • @koutros100
    @koutros100 Před 5 měsíci +9

    I’m feeling ya Matty
    Check the turbos aren’t Very Bad first.
    Work it out before pulling the motor
    Love your work brother

  • @Laeeqahpaulse4031
    @Laeeqahpaulse4031 Před 5 měsíci +48

    Your dad's enthusiasm is so contagious Matt even though you are going through problems on the build he keeps it 💯 I just love that he sees the light at the end of the tunnel

  • @philtucker1224
    @philtucker1224 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Mat the brilliant way you film and narrate reassembly is one reason why you have grown this mega channel.

  • @MichaelSmith-jv7zm
    @MichaelSmith-jv7zm Před 5 měsíci

    Here from Life of Palos . Always bragging about how AWESOME your content is and how fast your channel has grown. Been Subbed for like 6 months and you and your dad have been killing it. Much love and respect from little ole MAINE USA

  • @carstenschultz4188
    @carstenschultz4188 Před 5 měsíci +17

    Might wanna check turbos. Not sure if these are cooled with coolant but many modern turbo cars have coolant in the turbos. Could also be oil from turbos. Obviously we can’t smell the smoke to know for sure which fluids burning😂. With no hydrocarbons in the reservoir it seems odd for it to be head, but you never know. Just an idea. Maybe it’ll help. Love the vids Mat keep it up.

    • @surubelios
      @surubelios Před 5 měsíci +1

      Oil would have smoked a different color. This is definitely coolant

  • @davidhedley1225
    @davidhedley1225 Před 5 měsíci +12

    I'm sure you'll get the engine sorted, but please have proper ventilation in your unit to allow the exhaust gases to escape!

  • @jlamuk
    @jlamuk Před 5 měsíci

    love the channel. something that might be worth keeping in mind in future is you can get automotive radiators recored which might be cheaper and better than fitting 2nd hand radiators plus you would have a guarantee that it does not have a leak

  • @markwillcock3139
    @markwillcock3139 Před 5 měsíci

    Love the fact the when things go wrong you and your dad laugh about it! It shows a humbleness and appreciation of the unique live you get to live. Never change! 👍

  • @PieroGirolamo
    @PieroGirolamo Před 5 měsíci +39

    Congratulations Mat for how you approach your work.. thanks to you I am having the strength and courage to publish all my videos. Thank you so much ❤️

  • @michaelchapin5430
    @michaelchapin5430 Před 5 měsíci +27

    I love how your dad turns a "engine very bad" incident into a hilarious laughing moment!! 🤣

  • @andywalton7803
    @andywalton7803 Před 5 měsíci

    I’m from Leicester too you’re probably the best thing that’s ever come out of Leicester. I love your videos so much. Keep up the good work and have a wonderful Christmas

  • @aceface3212
    @aceface3212 Před 5 měsíci

    35 years ago my first car was a 1.3 L Astra, I remember giving it large one night and it ended up smoking like that, it ended up being the head gasket. Best of luck with this one, refreshing to see someone so positive for a change!

  • @IanKGP
    @IanKGP Před 5 měsíci +28

    Firstly I will say, I absolutely love these videos over the years and the optimism even when things are not going your way is so admirable!
    With regards to the gearbox issue - I am far from a mechanic but a small thing I will mention - my friend has 2022 M4 Competition and it would have an issue where when reversing out of his driveway, it would randomly decide to not select a gear or when turning around it would get stuck in neutral. After 10 months of diagnostics it turned out to be a faulty seatbelt sensor as the car would not select a gear if the seatbelt was not "on" (plugged in). Would it be possible that your car is not selecting a gear because the pyro fuse/ airbags have gone off like you said earlier in the video, and the seatbelts need to be sent off to be reset? I could be wrong, but worth a mention!
    All the best and I look forward to the next one!

    • @JoeBob79569
      @JoeBob79569 Před 5 měsíci +2

      Yea, actual faults can sometimes be something totally unrelated to the "problem". I had an ABS/ESP light on on my Peugeot a few years ago, and the dealer wanted to replace the ABS pump for £1,000, even though the ABS was working fine, so I ran away, quickly.
      I eventually figured out that the problem was a stuck EGR. Basically the car didn't know the position of the EGR valve, so it couldn't calculate a torque value; which was needed for the ESP system to work. And the previous owner had blocked the EGR and deleted the parts of the code in the ECU responsible for EGR faults, so that the car wouldn't give any EGR faults.
      It was annoying, but it was really satisfying to logically trace the fault and find the problem.

  • @user-fq2sx9ee7i
    @user-fq2sx9ee7i Před 5 měsíci +3

    Another great video update Matt, love the teams optimism and attitude. An expat in AUS and it just gives me a bit of home, thanks for making my day. Love the cars you work on never be able to have one so you provide a dream that for a moment feels real and exciting. Keep up the good work.

  • @aviation_hacker
    @aviation_hacker Před 5 měsíci +1

    Awesome video Mat! Not usually one to comment, but I've had a similar issue before, with a similar amount of smoke. Others have said Turbos here (which I think also could be a potential), I'd also check the PCV/CCV system as if they properly go, then they can throw that much oil into the intake system (at least it looks like maybe it's oil to me?)

  • @darrenfalconer3267
    @darrenfalconer3267 Před 5 měsíci

    What I love about thus channel is its something any one could do. Not because it's easy but because it's just hardwork and being smart with budget.
    How he does these could be applied to any project, yeah we all can't buy a crash McLaren but it could be a small car or a cheap property. Get it for a good price and work pit what it needs and find those things at the best price. Learn some skills and work hard.
    It's a simple process yet so many think they can't do it.
    When I watch these videos I don't see a youtuber with money buying an expensive car, I just see a bloke working has ass off long hours fixing a broken car.
    I reckon he should do something else other than a car as a challenge haha.

  • @Mechani_Cole
    @Mechani_Cole Před 5 měsíci +31

    Matt you are a huge inspiration to us all and a major reason I finally started my CZcams channel. Been here since the wrecked TT and have loved watching your growth so much. Bummed I didn't get to meet you at SEMA, but excited to keep watching your journey. Thanks for the inspiration 🙏🏻

  • @TomC-123
    @TomC-123 Před 5 měsíci +15

    Genuinely my favourite channel on CZcams at the moment. Highs and lows in every video. Laughs in every video. Even the sponsorship ads are actually incorporated into the video. Keep up the good work Mat, Mat’s dad and everyone else involved in this craziness.

    • @jackbeddoes4416
      @jackbeddoes4416 Před 5 měsíci +1

      Yh other people do the sponsored ads in a different frame not like whilst doing the video. Very clever of mat

  • @mattporter2998
    @mattporter2998 Před 3 měsíci

    Love how you can smile and stay positive in these situations! Amazing work and content

  • @timjones6100
    @timjones6100 Před 5 měsíci

    Hi matt very good video as the oil cap blew off when you started engine when you got the car as I watched the video why don't you just check the head gasket at the time the engine was out and replace it to be on the safe side. I hope you mange to fix the problem I'm sure we all will see in the next video. Keep the good work up thanks tim

  • @tooltimer11
    @tooltimer11 Před 5 měsíci +17

    Now I know why it’s always foggy in the UK 😂 i am still celebrating your face when you got it that the used suspension parts were more expensive than the new ones from McLaren😂😂 I really love your team, your channel and especially this car. Keepin Fingers crossed that you make it until X-Mas.

  • @johnreynolds5103
    @johnreynolds5103 Před 5 měsíci +6

    Love how normal you guys are, you really keep it real! Good luck guys.

  • @bluelegacy8199
    @bluelegacy8199 Před 5 měsíci

    Never lose hope.....i will be looking forward to it getting completed like so many others are hoping and looking forward to 😊👍

  • @smilefinding
    @smilefinding Před 5 měsíci

    Simply the best quality content on youtube, love it! Mat and Tony we salute you!

  • @vonderdornburg
    @vonderdornburg Před 5 měsíci +13

    I know Mat will figure it out! You got this! Best wishes for simple fixes!

  • @sjgrundy
    @sjgrundy Před 5 měsíci +20

    Try bypassing the oil / coolant feeds to the turbos. If the charge cooler is dry, I’d guess whatever it is that’s making the smoke (looks like oil smoke to me) is getting into the exhaust through the turbines. Good luck, peace out and thanks for the awesome channel, don’t stop! 👍👍👍

    • @badbatch974
      @badbatch974 Před 5 měsíci +3

      I thought that too, but it’s very light colored and not to mention if it was oil smoke they would smell burnt oil and not be looking for misplaced water lines. Hopefully it’s not a cracked sleeve and just a gasket.

    • @sionpritchard2060
      @sionpritchard2060 Před 5 měsíci +3

      Its definitely not oil that’s coolant its too dense to be oil

    • @TheSharkLX
      @TheSharkLX Před 5 měsíci +2

      Both turbos would not fail at the same time. Smoke coming out of both banks - does it have a water heating loop in the intake manifold?

    • @sionpritchard2060
      @sionpritchard2060 Před 5 měsíci

      @@TheSharkLX unlikely for both heads to fail aswell its definitely a strange one

    • @ronwilliams1094
      @ronwilliams1094 Před 5 měsíci

      That smoke is too billowy and bright white to be anything but water. I’m afraid he’s gonna be pulling the engine and replacing head gaskets. 😢

  • @ricardomarques4534
    @ricardomarques4534 Před 5 měsíci

    You are arm strong💪 you will fix it mate. Keep up with the good work and the amazing videos

  • @Benz_c63
    @Benz_c63 Před 5 měsíci

    I love the fact that you educate most or some of us before fixing the car

  • @davidziska4482
    @davidziska4482 Před 5 měsíci +15

    Thank you for your honesty! Showing your mistakes and failures helps us to persevere in our projects even when we fail

  • @manualgarage
    @manualgarage Před 5 měsíci +6

    Glad you didn't give up on the tub, great work Mat 👌

  • @covak2002
    @covak2002 Před 5 měsíci

    Just seen and Gutted for you mate adapt and over come. Keep the updates coming great videos

  • @kizitopatrick3667
    @kizitopatrick3667 Před 5 měsíci

    It is encouraging how they keep laughing at their challenges. The smile is always that keeps their faith high. So nice to see❤

  • @andywoolford3996
    @andywoolford3996 Před 5 měsíci +22

    Well done for getting so much done! Honestly with all your other projects and galavanting around the world, I don't know where you find the time! But hats off to you and your Dad and the team.
    From the colour of that exhaust I'd say it's burning oil not water. Especially as it blew the oil cap off. I'd recommend you start with some compression checks. It could also be as simple as valve guides leaking, but either way that head will need to come off. Good luck mate.

    • @rudiknapen4867
      @rudiknapen4867 Před 5 měsíci

      To begin with there are two heads ! and valve guides leaking ? are you serieus ?

    • @andywoolford3996
      @andywoolford3996 Před 5 měsíci

      @@rudiknapen4867 No, but I might be serious. Plenty of smoke can come from the head (or heads) through the valve gear.

  • @steves5382
    @steves5382 Před 5 měsíci +8

    Fantastic Work there Mat, I am body shop trained since 1989 . I haven't see that level of commitment for many years, keep up the good work.

  • @scottollier2907
    @scottollier2907 Před 5 měsíci

    Well done mat love watching your videos can’t wait to see the painted results 🎉

  • @jonathanrpu
    @jonathanrpu Před 5 měsíci

    Your a good lad and i enjoy your videos very much...keep well ...❤ Belfast Northern Ireland UK.

  • @RobHill00
    @RobHill00 Před 5 měsíci +9

    It blows my mind how you rebuild these cars, especially this one!🤯👌🏻 Love Big Tony’s laugh when the smoke starts billowing out of the exhaust!😂

  • @kattbox8427
    @kattbox8427 Před 5 měsíci +31

    I honestly think it could be possible to get it done by Christmas, keep going mat 🙏🙏🙏

  • @spyder_man
    @spyder_man Před 5 měsíci

    Great work chaps, its coming on nicely. Refund needed on that bent shock, rip off breakers yard special.

  • @Nightmare2102
    @Nightmare2102 Před 5 měsíci

    Keep going Matt 👍 …… Iam sure you’ll sort it out . I get so engrossed in your projects .
    Well have a great Christmas and new year dude to you and your family. 🎅

  • @MrBanana1950
    @MrBanana1950 Před 5 měsíci +5

    Great to see the car making great progress! Mat is the coolest Person alive! ❤

  • @Jcarloss1407
    @Jcarloss1407 Před 5 měsíci +3

    For that trim that goes on top of the dashboard there is also a small screw on the back.
    Dont know if you did it as it didn't show on the video 👍
    Love your videos

  • @randyware2796
    @randyware2796 Před 5 měsíci +3

    I absolutely enjoy every video you guys do!!! It feels like I am right along there with you. I enjoy the great attitude you all have and the ability to have fun no matter what. Even if it costs money. LOL

  • @96T4R
    @96T4R Před 5 měsíci +9

    You'll get it worked out Mat! We have faith in you. Keep up the amazing content my man.

  • @gryffent
    @gryffent Před 5 měsíci +15

    I have never and will never own any vehicle like the ones Mat rebuilds. I’d say I’m jealous but I had a brain aneurysm almost 14 years ago and haven’t driven since. I still love watching these videos because Mat and Tony are amazing together and they make what seems impossible, possible for every day guys. I can’t imagine tackling a job like this and you guys just do it and figure it out as you go along. Well done and such a positive attitude. Now if we can just teach Mat to say Us and the likes hahaha. Sorry Mat, just kidding.

  • @theroyaldrop6007
    @theroyaldrop6007 Před 5 měsíci +117

    Mat should try rebuilding airplanes now. These rebuilds are too simple for him.😂😂😂

    • @Jrakula10
      @Jrakula10 Před 5 měsíci +11

      maybe one of them starships that space-x is launching. they recently just crashed one.

    • @emmanuelola59
      @emmanuelola59 Před 5 měsíci +1

      ​@@Jrakula10😂

    • @SilvaMoks
      @SilvaMoks Před 5 měsíci +1

      Maybe he should modify trucks 😂

    • @michaelandersen4433
      @michaelandersen4433 Před 5 měsíci +2

      @@SilvaMoks no one should mod trucks...

  • @seanadams8504
    @seanadams8504 Před 5 měsíci +3

    Great content as always Matt. I think the breakers should reimburse you for the shocks as a kind gesture. Would go for as all can see that here or even give them a shout-out. I know it's not gonna happen.

  • @Teku_Guy
    @Teku_Guy Před 5 měsíci

    Matt. Check ur turbos could be leaking a bit of oil. Or check ur pcv/ccv system could be damaged and returning to much oil that’s being burnt in the system. I doubt this could be it but leave the car running and check coolant level if it goes down after a while if it running it’s probably cuz u have either a bad head gasket or a crack in the block. Really doubt full on the latter. Anywaves keep up the amazing content brother and don’t give up u got this. 😤😤

  • @akhona12
    @akhona12 Před 5 měsíci +3

    You just made my day with this episode Mat, watching from South Africa 👌🚀🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @Jayt-wj4yk
    @Jayt-wj4yk Před 5 měsíci +3

    I feel like the engines good and it’s turbo or charge cooler related 🤞🏼😬 Great video as always though guys 💙

  • @user-qo1dk6wf5k
    @user-qo1dk6wf5k Před 5 měsíci

    Had this on a Jeep I bought. Guy had swapped out the engine with one from a breaker and it did just this. I bought it as he had run out of money and considered it a knackered engine. What I couldn't work out, is how it tested fine for head gasket yet was quite obviously blowing out coolant. Yours reminded me of it. What had happened with the Jeep was his garage that fitted it had mistakenly put a vacuum breather and a coolant pipe the wrong around. That threw coolant into the turbo and doing what yours is doing. billowed white smoke, but head testing fine. Retrace all the pipes and make sure this hasn't happened in some part of this system. Nothing to lose but time. Good Luck - hoping it is this simple for you.

  • @joseosuna5011
    @joseosuna5011 Před 5 měsíci

    Gracias por tus vídeos! Saludos desde Ibiza

  • @Dadeets
    @Dadeets Před 5 měsíci +4

    I love how your dad absolutely cracks up laughing when a serious issue occurs. It really does lighten the mood although prob not for yourself ! Your face had that definite ..’oh ffs no way’ look about it this time. Fingers crossed it’s just something on the lines of turbo oil seals or some other oil drain issue through a turbo. Even then the fix could be a pricey addition to an already eyewateringly expensive rebuild. This is turning into my favourite build series so far. Good luck Mat.

  • @Dalbayob69
    @Dalbayob69 Před 5 měsíci +7

    Love it how Mat’s dad always laughs when something serious happens 🤣 hey, if you don’t laugh you’ll cry.

    • @519_jackpot_scottie
      @519_jackpot_scottie Před 5 měsíci

      I think if it wasn’t for his dad he would’ve by the look on his face

  • @kylesaindon3780
    @kylesaindon3780 Před 5 měsíci

    Love the technical stuff!

  • @MDK2510
    @MDK2510 Před 5 měsíci

    I remember seeing the DDE 720s McLaren smoke on startup similar to this. I'll look for the video and drop the link below hopefully you're able to figure out the problem.