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Channel Update 2025 (Mondeo + Mini)
This video is just an update on what cars I currently have and what jobs are still required doing etc.
Both The Mondeo and the Mini have their issues!
Looking to put my focus onto the Mondeo for the start of this year, due to MOT in March I want to make sure it all up the scratch so it can pass another year.
Then ill look into getting the Mini back on the road again!
Definitely been off the road more than it has been on the road...
Hoping to get it sorted so I can fully enjoy the car and its potential.
So stay tuned and let me know what you would like me to bring to the channel.
Thanks for watching
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Відео

Bluetooth Cassette Tape - Do they work?
Переглядів 54328 днів тому
In this video I wanted to test out the bluetooth tape player I have seen online. I have used something similar in the past where it offers a aux lead for you to then to connect into your phone. As my phone now no longer has aux in/out the only way to connect would be via cable (usb-c) or via bluetooth. When I saw they had made a tape version but bluetooth I had to get it and give it a go! I am ...
Replacing Door Locking Mechanism on Mini Cooper (R50/R52/R53/R56)
Переглядів 279Місяць тому
In today video, I replace the door locking mechanism for my Mini Cooper S R53. This will also work on other Mini coopers including the R56. I show the steps required to removing the old unit and installing the new one. I was able to get myself a brand new second hand unit from eBay for £25. Takes about an hour or so to complete, not a bad job at all. I can now use my key and open my door withou...
Wheel Bearing Replacement (Mini Cooper S R53)
Переглядів 282Місяць тому
In this video I explain a issue or sound I am getting when driving. To me it sounded as though it was the wheel bearing at fault. The sound, sounded rotational which is why I previously replaced drive shafts thinking this could have been potential issue. I have already done the top mounts and I have a brand new drop link on the drivers side. Would I need to replace the passenger side too? If th...
Replacing Mondeo Headlights (Again)
Переглядів 331Місяць тому
So in this video I replace my current headlights within my Ford Mondeo for some standard Halogen ones. Reason being is the we are getting to the winter months here in the UK and it gets dark from around 4pm. Currently my lights (modded) I replaced the motors inside of them thinking this would give me the up and down motion of the lights. However the motor I installed was for the left and right....
Can I Fix My Radio??? (Mini Cooper S) (Harmon/Kardon)
Переглядів 379Місяць тому
In this video I attempt to fix my Radio within my Mini Cooper S R53. When I bought the car I was told the radio didn't work and the following had been tried: Replacement head units (3 in total) Replacement Amp Replacement fuse board. Fuses checked So upon doing some research it seems that this is a common problem with BMW/Mini around this year. What seems to happen is a brake in the live 12v wi...
TINTING MY MINI COOPER S R53 (Attempt)
Переглядів 468Місяць тому
In this video I finally get round to tinting my Mini Cooper S! I have pretty much finished with the de-chroming on the Mini and felt the Tinted windows was the final exterior touch required. I am by no means a tinting professional. In all fairness it is probably one of my least favourite jobs. Along with trying to stick screen protector to phone! I struggle.. I don't give up though and in all f...
Airbox Piping / Mini Eyes and Aerial Install (MINI COOPER S)
Переглядів 4702 місяці тому
Hello, In this video I install a new aerial to my Mini Cooper S R53. It replaces the long old looking one for a Black Cooper S stubby like aerial. I also ordered a while ago a replacement air intake piping or ducting. So I show the process in removing the old one and installing the new one! I had some cartoon-like eyes already stuck under the bonnet of my car when purchased, however as can see ...
Aero Grill Install Mini Cooper S R53
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Hello, thanks for watching another video on friends car repair corner. Todays video is me installing the front aero grill into my R53 Mini Cooper S. In the video I show how to remove old grill and install the new one. I also do some cutting for additional air behind one of the grills too. Wasn't a straight froward swap as I have had to use glue and other means to get this grill to fit and look ...
LED INTERIOR + PILLARS FOR MINI COOPER S R53
Переглядів 4592 місяці тому
Sorry for the delay in getting the video out, I had some music on the video which ended up being flagged as copyright. So I had to re-edit without music so I don't get in trouble! Will look into how I can get proper music which doesn't get flagged and stop my videos etc. In this video I do the upgrade the dull orange lighting in the interior to bright LED. Includes map lights, vanity mirrors, g...
MORE DECHROME ON MINI COOPER S R53
Переглядів 5042 місяці тому
In this video I continue with the dethroning on my Mini Cooper S R53. I also install some smoked LED side indicators. I had a chrome number plate surround which I removed and wrapped black and also install in this video. Main thing is the chrome lip which goes around the whole of the car. I used some Black Gloss Vinyl tape to dethrone this. Bit fiddly but im very happy with the end result! Next...
Replacement Water Expansion Tank and DIY Intercooler Air Diverting (MINI COOPER S R53)
Переглядів 3522 місяці тому
In this video I replace my old broken water expansion bottle. I had previously been out in the car finishing up on the exhaust video I was making when I noticed the engine temperatures. When I popped the bonnet I could see there was a small hole in the front of the tank and was spitting out and steaming. Luckily I had already ordered a replacement as it had gone old and manky. So I replace that...
Mini Cooper S R53 to R56 Brake upgrade
Переглядів 9692 місяці тому
In this video I swap my R53 front brakes for the ones from a R56 (newer) Cooper S. They have slightly large discs and pads and are a known upgrade for the Mini R53s. I bought the calibers 2nd hand and gave them a clean up and some paint! The brakes feel a lot more responsive and gives me that much more confidence in the brakes! Thanks for watching!
CUSTOM VS MILTEK Exhaust (Mini Cooper S R53)
Переглядів 9432 місяці тому
In this video I explain why I go from a custom exhaust (was on the car when I purchased). The custom one is nice for pops and bangs and around the countryside etc. However its just to loud in a built up area where I live. Quite droney and as my radio isn't working it can get a bit much. With the Miltek I feel it still keeps that sporty feeling without feeling like a Yobo. Let me know what you t...
Little "Mini" Modifications for Cooper S
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In this video I do some little cosmetic changes to my R53 Mini Cooper S. Which include a replacement boot "Cooper S" Badge in Black and red to go with the theme of the car. I also attempt to install some LED number plate lights however.... didn't quite go to plan. I also got some black with a red "S" wheel caps or dust caps or whatever people call them! Only a small short quick video. Upcoming ...
Forever Black - Restoring Mini Trims!
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Forever Black - Restoring Mini Trims!
Mini Cooper S R53 Dechrome Handles and Steering Wheel!
Переглядів 3233 місяці тому
Mini Cooper S R53 Dechrome Handles and Steering Wheel!
DECHROMING HEADLIGHTS MINI COOPER S R53 (JOEY)
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DECHROMING HEADLIGHTS MINI COOPER S R53 (JOEY)
Spraying Bonnet Scoop Black (Mini Cooper S)
Переглядів 2813 місяці тому
Spraying Bonnet Scoop Black (Mini Cooper S)
Replacing Drive Shafts and Front Top Mounts on BOTH sides! (Mini Cooper S R53)
Переглядів 5533 місяці тому
Replacing Drive Shafts and Front Top Mounts on BOTH sides! (Mini Cooper S R53)
Replacing Mini Cooper S R53 Indicators / Side Lights
Переглядів 7013 місяці тому
Replacing Mini Cooper S R53 Indicators / Side Lights
My 2004 Mini Cooper S R53 - Intro and Walkaround
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My 2004 Mini Cooper S R53 - Intro and Walkaround
MERCEDES C180K SOLD!
Переглядів 2724 місяці тому
MERCEDES C180K SOLD!
Replacing Suspension Arms to Pass MOT (C180K)
Переглядів 1804 місяці тому
Replacing Suspension Arms to Pass MOT (C180K)
WILL THE MERCEDES PASS THE MOT?
Переглядів 1594 місяці тому
WILL THE MERCEDES PASS THE MOT?
I BROKE MY C180K!
Переглядів 1474 місяці тому
I BROKE MY C180K!
Replacement Battery W203 Mercedes C180K
Переглядів 2414 місяці тому
Replacement Battery W203 Mercedes C180K
WINDOW TINTING MY 215,000 MILE FORD MONDEO FOR £10 - PART 1
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WINDOW TINTING MY 215,000 MILE FORD MONDEO FOR £10 - PART 1
How to De-Chrome Your Car!
Переглядів 8365 місяців тому
How to De-Chrome Your Car!
Installing LED Number / Licence plate lights. (FORD)
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Installing LED Number / Licence plate lights. (FORD)

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @benschildkamp2788
    @benschildkamp2788 7 годин тому

    You invented the word “amateur”

  • @uldisolutniks6775
    @uldisolutniks6775 День тому

    What to do regarding the moisture in a headlamps I have the same issue on my Mondeo?

    • @chucky2316
      @chucky2316 День тому

      Check the cover is clipped back correctly. Mine steamed up and it was because I didn't have the cover clipped back properly. Failing that dry it out use silicone or buy a new headlamp is my guess

  • @MarcoReuvers
    @MarcoReuvers День тому

    Hello, the best for 2025. I am driving the same Mondeo. The rear caliper of mine was stuck too. There is a spring on it for the cable. I sprayed it with wd40. And now it is working

  • @michaelthornton3229
    @michaelthornton3229 День тому

    Join midlands mondeo enthusiast

  • @chucky2316
    @chucky2316 День тому

    ❤ my mondeo mate they are bomb proof

  • @chucky2316
    @chucky2316 День тому

    Is that a new camera my friend

  • @Mike-hv3de
    @Mike-hv3de 20 днів тому

    I have the same engine on my Ford galaxy and my turbo had a oil leak. My throttle body was almost completely blocked. I have now changed my turbo few months back but I’m still cleaning the two sensors that are in the throttle body every week because of all the oil that’s still kicking about my engine. It also approve fuel mileage if those sensors are clean I have found.

  • @edu2110
    @edu2110 20 днів тому

    Bonito color 👍

  • @shawncarter8930
    @shawncarter8930 20 днів тому

    That’s amazing

  • @jeohist
    @jeohist 25 днів тому

    Nice one, didn't expect the light replacement to be so easy so I'll probably order a set myself.

  • @L0rdLogan
    @L0rdLogan 27 днів тому

    Just get a cheap Carplay touch screen thing, it'll connect via bluetooth to the tape

  • @Beefkilz
    @Beefkilz 27 днів тому

    It's 6 points now for use of a mobile phone.

  • @MrHaribo1983
    @MrHaribo1983 28 днів тому

    12v plug ones are better. Just plug in to cigarette lighter and tune in to a station

    • @Beefkilz
      @Beefkilz 27 днів тому

      Atleast then you don't have to listen to the noise of the tape.

  • @marianstrnadek5425
    @marianstrnadek5425 29 днів тому

    Mini cooper s

  • @chucky2316
    @chucky2316 Місяць тому

    German trash

  • @SakibAhsanTamim
    @SakibAhsanTamim Місяць тому

    Hello, "Friends Car Repair Corner" I was analyzing your channel and saw that in your channel have some problem, That's why your channel is not much growing and not getting much engagement, If you can solve these problems, Your channel will grow like a storm. If you tell I can tell these problems. Where can I tell? Here or email?

  • @chucky2316
    @chucky2316 Місяць тому

    That sounds like a sticking caliper

    • @Beefkilz
      @Beefkilz Місяць тому

      Or maybe even warped discs?

    • @FriendsCarRepairCorner
      @FriendsCarRepairCorner Місяць тому

      @@chucky2316 brand new discs and pads as I replaced the callipers for the larger R56 brakes. Had the sound before that too, so know it’s not the brakes.

  • @MrHaribo1983
    @MrHaribo1983 Місяць тому

    Try swapping the wheels incase it's a dodgy tyre

  • @Tonyraverman
    @Tonyraverman Місяць тому

    Off all the car vids I have seen. This one was the most pointless

  • @D3f1anCE
    @D3f1anCE Місяць тому

    an instruction vid on how to install halo's would be awesome...good work :)

  • @chucky2316
    @chucky2316 Місяць тому

    I need to sort mine one is steamed up. I shall watch these vids later

  • @stephenwarlow1762
    @stephenwarlow1762 Місяць тому

    great video thanks

  • @gilesl
    @gilesl Місяць тому

    much nicer now

  • @patfaf3326
    @patfaf3326 Місяць тому

    did you change the brake master cylinder ? if the cylinder on a R56 is bigger it will also give you more braking power. also does the 15" wheel still fit ? for my winter wheel I use 15" mag wheel

    • @angrywargamer8836
      @angrywargamer8836 Місяць тому

      it doesnt give you more power. Bigger master cylinder will give you shorter pedal travel and stiffer pedal generally speaking

    • @patfaf3326
      @patfaf3326 Місяць тому

      @@angrywargamer8836 well yes and no if the piston size are the same you are totaly right. if the piston size are different, keeping the same master cylinder will make the brake less powerfull. in my experience with modified jeep. people change the differential for les say a f250. the wheel cylinder and caliper at the front are bigger. on top of that add big tires that are heavy. well you will never stop in the same distance than before any modification. adding an f250 master cylinder help a lot. now the question is are the piston in his caliper bigger? if they are the same size but the pad surface is bigger. you will need more force. not by a lot.

    • @angrywargamer8836
      @angrywargamer8836 Місяць тому

      @@patfaf3326 I think the R56 pistons are bigger up front

    • @julien3794
      @julien3794 27 днів тому

      @@patfaf3326 apparently you can't upgrade the master cylinder un R53s, no space for it

  • @captainking4426
    @captainking4426 Місяць тому

    You have convinced me not to bother with the DIY I was thinking of

  • @davestevens8374
    @davestevens8374 Місяць тому

    Looking good mate best bit even if it’s not perfect it’s the satisfaction of doing it yourself when I tint windows I put a lamp inside the car so I can see the window border to be able to cut it cleanly can’t wait for more Mondeo content

  • @adrianwynne4236
    @adrianwynne4236 Місяць тому

    Use a hot glue gun 👍🏻 and leave it set overnight with tape to hold it

  • @dalliance36
    @dalliance36 Місяць тому

    Gtechnique C4 is the stuff you need . 2 years on and my trim still looks really good and some of it was in a rough condition before I treated it .

  • @dalliance36
    @dalliance36 Місяць тому

    The type of LED lights you tried tend to turn black very quickly as dirt gets into the lenses . ( I have tried them several times and each pair did the same ) . You are much better off using LED bulbs and the original lense .

  • @KillerSockPuppet
    @KillerSockPuppet Місяць тому

    Hi mate, good video as per usual! Where did you find the replacement aerial? I quite fancy one myself. I can't find any with the Cooper S graphic like yours.

    • @FriendsCarRepairCorner
      @FriendsCarRepairCorner Місяць тому

      @@KillerSockPuppet AliExpress and was only a few quid a believe. Definitely less than £10. I’ll see if I can get a link for you.

    • @FriendsCarRepairCorner
      @FriendsCarRepairCorner Місяць тому

      @@KillerSockPuppet I just found this on AliExpress: £2.41 | 12cm Carbon Fiber Car Radio Aerial Antenna Decals Covers Car Styling Auto Tuning Exterior Accessories For Mini Coopers R50 R53 a.aliexpress.com/_EuZFztn

  • @keepitwheelz1983
    @keepitwheelz1983 2 місяці тому

    Amazing as usual 😁

  • @MrHaribo1983
    @MrHaribo1983 2 місяці тому

    Just get some black tape over that middle bit

  • @AlanPiper-e9r
    @AlanPiper-e9r 2 місяці тому

    👍

  • @honestreviewer3283
    @honestreviewer3283 2 місяці тому

    This stuff works okay, but trim paint works much better. I restored my owned-from-new 2005 R50 during Covid and resprayed all my trim (removed it all from the car first). Looks like new.

  • @smitch_yt
    @smitch_yt 2 місяці тому

    I have a pair of these on my shelf it’s on my list of things to do but the lovely British weather is putting me off 😂😂

  • @elbeano3748
    @elbeano3748 2 місяці тому

    Dental floss is good for removing badges

  • @gragall78
    @gragall78 2 місяці тому

    You can actually take out the intercooler from the bottom of the car without removing the bumper, I know this because I installed an airtec intercooler, cone filter would probably be a better option with what you've done with the air diversion

  • @ademtube-z3r
    @ademtube-z3r 2 місяці тому

    Are we still connected

  • @ademtube-z3r
    @ademtube-z3r 2 місяці тому

    Hello i really liked your content

  • @KillerSockPuppet
    @KillerSockPuppet 2 місяці тому

    I've used this stuff and it's ok......but vegetable oil or olive oil is so much better. Easier to apply, way cheaper and in my experience lasts longer. 👍

  • @andrewcrockford6151
    @andrewcrockford6151 2 місяці тому

    Did you refit the hose clamp on the expansion tank mate

    • @FriendsCarRepairCorner
      @FriendsCarRepairCorner 2 місяці тому

      I did yes! I saw that in the editing. Thanks though. Could of been bad.

  • @aroundwithjerry
    @aroundwithjerry 2 місяці тому

    Hi great video thanks. Just changing my air filter on my MK4 Mondeo and there is a small piece of foam at the bottom of the box where the opening to the engine is. This fell apart as vacuumed debris up. I see you don't have one? Are they not needed? Many thanks

    • @FriendsCarRepairCorner
      @FriendsCarRepairCorner 2 місяці тому

      Im not sure. The only thing really in the airbox should be the air filter. Mine sounds the way it does due to a performance filter and not a paper one.

  • @johnhopkins7614
    @johnhopkins7614 2 місяці тому

    Spent a lot of money on a bleeding kit unnecessarily.

    • @FriendsCarRepairCorner
      @FriendsCarRepairCorner 2 місяці тому

      £25 I don't think is a lot of money. Saves me having to get someone else out to pump the brakes for me.

    • @ryanclarke4448
      @ryanclarke4448 Місяць тому

      @@FriendsCarRepairCornerwhy does he say it’s not necessary? I have these in my cupboard currently, they’re in pieces they’re the cooper s ones and I paid £40 for them. Can’t assemble them for the life of my so they’re still there a year on ahaha

  • @daved3948
    @daved3948 2 місяці тому

    Great content 👍🏿

  • @Beefkilz
    @Beefkilz 2 місяці тому

    Stop using widow makers to jack up your car and definitely stop going under your car using them without jack stands. They're called widow makers for a reason. Safety first

  • @chucky2316
    @chucky2316 2 місяці тому

    That sounds like a drop link

    • @FriendsCarRepairCorner
      @FriendsCarRepairCorner 2 місяці тому

      Good shout, I’ll give that a check when I next have the opportunity. Thanks :)

  • @raahimmaqsood8293
    @raahimmaqsood8293 2 місяці тому

    Hi from COC tatti herer

  • @METTEC_Engineering_Fab
    @METTEC_Engineering_Fab 2 місяці тому

    Great bit of custom fabrication there, miltek is dead

  • @sw33th3art87
    @sw33th3art87 2 місяці тому

    Miltek for the win 😂

  • @zoranrakic9209
    @zoranrakic9209 2 місяці тому

    My air intake is the same as yours, do you definitely recon a parts missing?