£3000 is nothing for an RS3! I was expecting a higher bill tbh! Good job! Thank you for your honest review about this cars! I have an A8 D3 and probably one day will visit your workshop, hopefully not too soon! I’m really happy with the car overall! Is a tank and still enjoy driving it even though is 18 years old car!
I'm glad to hear he had the gearbox/haldex/brakes done. That was a nearly new car(at 30k miles). They need looking after. Great video Thomas 👌 Cheers, Dave W 👍
I've had my RS3 for the past 3 years. IE tuned 1000cc Injectors, E85. Hasn't missed a beat, just keeping up with oil/dsg/haldex changes. Stock brakes lasted 30k, tires every other year. Best car ever!
I always wanted an RS3, that 5 cylinder was the closest sound to a V8 I thought I could get to. But I somehow managed to get an RS4 Avant with the 4.2L V8 for less than one of these and surprisingly no issues lol. so I'm even happier 😁. Bigger bills if I ever (when) have to do timing chains and I can't really push more HP out of it without doing a turbo or supercharger conversion but I'm happy with 450HP lol.
That's the first time I've seen an engine hoist used in that manner lmao. Those intake valves look super clean. Makes me want to add port injection to my car
I enjoy the uploads. Keep them coming. I also own a RS3 2019 plate under 20k miles now. I enjoy driving it, I warm the car up 1st before putting it through Dynamic / Individual modes & drive fast where possible - not like its stolen etc. I read the differential is very common to go & how both need to be replaced when they do. I'm satisfied the engine structure is soiled within reason.
Guy in TR6 thought his exhaust had fallen off as you passed ,the 5 potter sounds lovely,great job but what happened to simple ,you guys are true professionals Fanbloodytastic 👍👨🏻🏭
Did 65k on a TTRS Daza engine. Engine and gearbox never missed a beat as I had regular oil changes every 5k miles. The one thing to look out for on these engines are the coil packs as they tend to not be replaced on the Daza engine. Once replacing them the engine runs much smoother.
Genuine Audi chain slippers are Chinese!! Jeez, Penny pinching at it's best, I remember up to the early 2000's when VAG put engineering quality before profit!
@@MrDejast I own a 1964 Jaguar Mk2 3.8 which is chain driven! No faults with these engines, Current car manufacturers are going backwards with quality of components to save a few ££ which then cost's them more in warranty repairs!
@@javierjimenez3627 I have no problem with China, I am just surprised that a so called prestige German vehicle has Chinese engine component's! I'm having a dig at Audi's so called 'German' engineering!
Top job once again, im glad to see its not just me (even after 15years and 100's of timing chain changes) i still worry when first starting it 😂😅and go for a 10mile road test to ensure no issues, i hate comebacks.
I have the VW O7K (Mk5 Jetta) that is slightly modified. I LOVE this motor. Yes, it is very dependable. Oil changes, good fuel, prompt services, and this thing will run and run.
That old Triumph was a nice spot. I wonder what current cars will be seen in 40 years. 5 cylinder sounds superb, I wonder how different that 5 cylinder is from the one they had in the Audi 80.
I owned an Ara blue rs3 on a 69 plate. An absolutely stunning car. The engine is a masterpiece. Only issue I had was the fuel flap release was sticking. No big deal because I only fuelled it every 2 weeks.
The OEM Audi brakes seems to suck when driving hard my A5, S7 and R8's stock breaks seem to not do well "When driving like it's stolen" 😅, Love the channel keep up the excellent work 👍
True, but the average Joe was not paying for them, the manufacturer backed teams were. I think there nay have been two privateeers only from memory.@@abeninan4017
Yellow markings on the timing marks is normal I think, I have seen it on multiple DAZA rebuilds, I think it's a timing mark from the factory to show you where the tool / adjuster was sitting originally.
Good analysis Tomas, maybe if Audi had put another guide on top of the chain between the two cams it would stop the 'wave' in the cam chain forming between them. When are you guys planning to start geting some merch in?
Great video once again. I’m so jealous, the states don’t get that version of the rs3 😢. Can using a thicker oil help for tuned cars versus stock suggested oil.
@VAG Technic. I've got a question. I love your channel and watch all the videos with great pleasure. I hear you say almost all the time "I don't know who designed that, but it's nog properly built etc". What S/RS engine do you find very well built and easy to maintain?
Here in Canada they stopped the 5 cylinder Audis....i wish they still were able to and that i could afford one as they seem like they would be loads of fun
They are infact heated seats :) button near the aircon. Also, if you have an RS3 and you want it "louder", get the Audi sports exhaust (sounds the best of any i've heard) and a CETE valve controller. Then you have the choice!
Making a comment now before watching the rest of the video: Audi/vw = Timing Chain Tensioner issue. Let's see. Do I get a prize? Called it lol. VWs and Audis should come with spare timing chain tensioners and guides in the glovebox. :D
Did you know the little screws inside the intakes in the head somtimes come loose? You can imagine what damage it does in the cilinder. In RS3-clubs they re-locktite them.
I had the same code on my VAG TDI, Brand shop changed EGR valve/cooler. That of course didn't help. VAG specialist changed a cam sensor. All good from there.
Hi from New Zealand.I really appreciate your content.I own a RS3 8Y and do 7500 km oil changes between the Audi 15000 km recommended oil change.What are your thoughts on the 0-30 oil and why does Audi recommend this?NZ has relatively mild Summers and Winters in the North Island.
You were much more diplomatic about the design of the timing chain setup than I would be, there is not nearly enough "wrap" of the chain around the inlet cam adjuster. Really crap design IMHO.
Would it be possible to have the camera at a different refresh rate than the lights? The flickering is horrible. Good video though as always :) Having a b8 s4 im waiting for something to blow up daily lol
Good job guys, you can hear Klouse in the design room now telling Fridtz.."zis is German engineering, ze chain will never jump ze gear, it will easisly do ze 200,000 kilometers'🤦🏼 Vorsprungdorktechnic😂😂
oil question i have a 2021 mk8 golf R 16000 miles been going with what vw recommend 504/507 0w30 but motul 504/507 specific oil. i think its to thin am i right should i be using 5w30 ? thank you love the content could watch all day
@@derekcable Correct, but VW have revised their recommendations for the 1.2-1.4 TSI from 5W/30 to 0W/30 after having 5W/30 for maybe 10-20 years as the norman weight.
Additional security install is always a risk even if properly done , they are just not tested thouroughly on all the possible versions of the car. Factor in how often the installation is a hack job and you have the salad as the germans say... would always give a car like that a wide berth.
Audi is basically designed to fail. They surely would have engineered it differently to allow the chain run a much angle on the vanos (cam adjustor) I once did an A3 which was stripped by an Audi workshop. They quoted the poor owner over R80000 (about $4000). I did the car in half the amount. The funny thing was that the cause of the problem was a broken chain guide which costs about R113 ($6) from Audi.
It is pulse modulated brightness. Not visible by human eye but camera shutter will pick it up and result is blinking on video. Same thing with LED stop lights.
At least the Audi 4 & 5 petrol engines have port & direct injection so you don't have to deal with carbon build up but still in the 🇺🇸 they only come with direct injection 😔
Audi never figured out how to design a reliable timing chain system. They need to fire their engineering manager. They've done a LOT of stupid things in the past with the design of their plastic parts, like B6 A4 glovebox and center armrest hinges being designed to break.
8v or 8y? My 8y got stuck in a layer of 10-15 cm of mud. While backing out something happened to the engine. Engine was not flooded, they did see some cogs were out of synch, but still they can’t find the issue. It’s been at the dealership for weeks. it sounds like a 3tact engine.
£3000 is nothing for an RS3! I was expecting a higher bill tbh! Good job! Thank you for your honest review about this cars! I have an A8 D3 and probably one day will visit your workshop, hopefully not too soon! I’m really happy with the car overall! Is a tank and still enjoy driving it even though is 18 years old car!
Was thinking the same!
I'm glad to hear he had the gearbox/haldex/brakes done. That was a nearly new car(at 30k miles). They need looking after. Great video Thomas 👌 Cheers, Dave W 👍
Did my Haldex and gearbox at 20k and 40k. Prevention is beter then cure lol
I've had my RS3 for the past 3 years. IE tuned 1000cc Injectors, E85. Hasn't missed a beat, just keeping up with oil/dsg/haldex changes. Stock brakes lasted 30k, tires every other year. Best car ever!
One of the best videos you’ve done for a while. Enjoyed this one 👍
I think you make a good point about the chain contact with the front cam adjuster. Good informative content on this one. Thank you very much.
I always wanted an RS3, that 5 cylinder was the closest sound to a V8 I thought I could get to. But I somehow managed to get an RS4 Avant with the 4.2L V8 for less than one of these and surprisingly no issues lol. so I'm even happier 😁. Bigger bills if I ever (when) have to do timing chains and I can't really push more HP out of it without doing a turbo or supercharger conversion but I'm happy with 450HP lol.
Fantastic video good to see no hidden price tags that goes a long way in my eyes carry on the great work lads👍
That's the first time I've seen an engine hoist used in that manner lmao. Those intake valves look super clean. Makes me want to add port injection to my car
I enjoy the uploads. Keep them coming. I also own a RS3 2019 plate under 20k miles now. I enjoy driving it, I warm the car up 1st before putting it through Dynamic / Individual modes & drive fast where possible - not like its stolen etc. I read the differential is very common to go & how both need to be replaced when they do. I'm satisfied the engine structure is soiled within reason.
Guy in TR6 thought his exhaust had fallen off as you passed ,the 5 potter sounds lovely,great job but what happened to simple ,you guys are true professionals Fanbloodytastic 👍👨🏻🏭
Excellent video it nice to see someone who knows what they are doing and cares thank you. Best regards Ken
Interesting to watch, amazing how many components are involved in a modern engine. We need more doggo in the workshop footage please 😁
Another great vid tomas love the rs 3 and great to see whats involved with the 5 cylinder turbo 😊😊
Amazing work, you're obviously a very experienced technical engineer! I would trust you with my RS3! Keep up the great work.
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Amazing skill and knowledge, really surprised about the poor wrap angle on sprocket and now Chinese OEM guides.
Keep up the great work 👍👍👍👍
Did 65k on a TTRS Daza engine. Engine and gearbox never missed a beat as I had regular oil changes every 5k miles. The one thing to look out for on these engines are the coil packs as they tend to not be replaced on the Daza engine. Once replacing them the engine runs much smoother.
nice work guys those 5 pots sound brilliant 👍👍
Genuine Audi chain slippers are Chinese!! Jeez, Penny pinching at it's best, I remember up to the early 2000's when VAG put engineering quality before profit!
Quality has been an issue since forever when it comes to Audi chain tensioners.
@@MrDejast I own a 1964 Jaguar Mk2 3.8 which is chain driven! No faults with these engines, Current car manufacturers are going backwards with quality of components to save a few ££ which then cost's them more in warranty repairs!
Is someone making an aftermarket guide in a more durable material?
Why do u think every chinese is bad? So ignorant
@@javierjimenez3627 I have no problem with China, I am just surprised that a so called prestige German vehicle has Chinese engine component's! I'm having a dig at Audi's so called 'German' engineering!
Your videos are always interesting!!
Audio was spot on in this video :) Thx for adjusting it :) Good and entertaining video once again :)
Top job once again, im glad to see its not just me (even after 15years and 100's of timing chain changes) i still worry when first starting it 😂😅and go for a 10mile road test to ensure no issues, i hate comebacks.
I've had one for 8 years now. It's been perfect - no problems at all in 40k miies. Fantastic car.
Brilliant video thanks, keep up the great content
I have the VW O7K (Mk5 Jetta) that is slightly modified. I LOVE this motor. Yes, it is very dependable. Oil changes, good fuel, prompt services, and this thing will run and run.
That old Triumph was a nice spot. I wonder what current cars will be seen in 40 years. 5 cylinder sounds superb, I wonder how different that 5 cylinder is from the one they had in the Audi 80.
I also call that color a primer, strange that it became so popular, or sold at all. Nice channel.
I owned an Ara blue rs3 on a 69 plate. An absolutely stunning car. The engine is a masterpiece. Only issue I had was the fuel flap release was sticking. No big deal because I only fuelled it every 2 weeks.
The OEM Audi brakes seems to suck when driving hard my A5, S7 and R8's stock breaks seem to not do well "When driving like it's stolen" 😅, Love the channel keep up the excellent work 👍
Such a neat, and tidy toolbox.
Definitely a sign of a disturbed mind…..
Ah yes, the sweet sounds of that Audi 5 in those Group B monsters. What an experience for the ears.
Not a great experience for the wallet.
True, but the average Joe was not paying for them, the manufacturer backed teams were. I think there nay have been two privateeers only from memory.@@abeninan4017
Love your video's, really cool!
Yellow markings on the timing marks is normal I think, I have seen it on multiple DAZA rebuilds, I think it's a timing mark from the factory to show you where the tool / adjuster was sitting originally.
Love this music with your video.
Good analysis Tomas, maybe if Audi had put another guide on top of the chain between the two cams it would stop the 'wave' in the cam chain forming between them. When are you guys planning to start geting some merch in?
Nice long video great work 👍🏼
Ive never understood the gloss primer thing ,,, ah well each to their own I guess.
The bill wasnt crazy for what he got , well done guys.
Great video once again. I’m so jealous, the states don’t get that version of the rs3 😢. Can using a thicker oil help for tuned cars versus stock suggested oil.
@VAG Technic. I've got a question. I love your channel and watch all the videos with great pleasure. I hear you say almost all the time "I don't know who designed that, but it's nog properly built etc". What S/RS engine do you find very well built and easy to maintain?
Here in Canada they stopped the 5 cylinder Audis....i wish they still were able to and that i could afford one as they seem like they would be loads of fun
3k for a state of the art job is absolutely fair!!
Like the way you work, thx for the video. if I wanna check my timing which channel and which values I have to use? Thx
Great video.
They are infact heated seats :) button near the aircon.
Also, if you have an RS3 and you want it "louder", get the Audi sports exhaust (sounds the best of any i've heard) and a CETE valve controller. Then you have the choice!
Great content
Awesome video as usual! Do you happen to know why notification is not working on your channel?
There’s an RS6 4.0 behind!! Are you doing a video on that engine soon??
Nice explain....from india
Good video
Lol. The primer and clear is a pretty accurate description of the paint. 😂😂
Making a comment now before watching the rest of the video: Audi/vw = Timing Chain Tensioner issue. Let's see.
Do I get a prize? Called it lol. VWs and Audis should come with spare timing chain tensioners and guides in the glovebox. :D
Love the "primer" comment .... I call it "undercoat"!
This proves that aftermarket is sometimes better quality then oem
Did you know the little screws inside the intakes in the head somtimes come loose? You can imagine what damage it does in the cilinder. In RS3-clubs they re-locktite them.
My RS3 8v 2019 with opf
now 42000 Km . No problems at all. I change the Oil every Year , that’s about 11000 km.
I had the same code on my VAG TDI, Brand shop changed EGR valve/cooler. That of course didn't help. VAG specialist changed a cam sensor. All good from there.
Hi from New Zealand.I really appreciate your content.I own a RS3 8Y and do 7500 km oil changes between the Audi 15000 km recommended oil change.What are your thoughts on the 0-30 oil and why does Audi recommend this?NZ has relatively mild Summers and Winters in the North Island.
You were much more diplomatic about the design of the timing chain setup than I would be, there is not nearly enough "wrap" of the chain around the inlet cam adjuster. Really crap design IMHO.
Good era of reliable Volkswagens and Co end up with golf mk4. My 1.8t still going strong after 200k
Would it be possible to have the camera at a different refresh rate than the lights? The flickering is horrible. Good video though as always :) Having a b8 s4 im waiting for something to blow up daily lol
Great video. 8k miles? I owned Hondas before I got my s4 im still in the habit of 2.5k for every change.😂
Actually, the chain adjusters where designed very well from the perspective of Audi. They malfunctioned outside the warranty periode
Primer with lacquer my thoughts exactly.
Can you tell my whith what silicone you work because l have one problem whith 3.0 tdi 3 gen engine all leaking oil between engine and gerbox .
Great stuff as always..... need more 🐕 cameos 😅
Good job guys, you can hear Klouse in the design room now telling Fridtz.."zis is German engineering, ze chain will never jump ze gear, it will easisly do ze 200,000 kilometers'🤦🏼 Vorsprungdorktechnic😂😂
Can u give me some feed back on a a3 3.2 v6 my esp light came on can u tell how to fix saw some other videos on youtube with different fixes cheers
Primer….with lacquer 😂
Wuaoooo life cool
oil question i have a 2021 mk8 golf R 16000 miles been going with what vw recommend 504/507 0w30 but motul 504/507 specific oil.
i think its to thin am i right should i be using 5w30 ? thank you
love the content could watch all day
problem is you have PPF filter so oil might effect the emissions in this case
5W/30 is worse than 0W/30.
Always go with a 0W oil for better lube during coldstart
@@danielfl.9347use the oil the manufacturer recommends spec as they have taken most scenarios Inc cold start into consideration.
I have good experience with Motul
@@derekcable Correct, but VW have revised their recommendations for the 1.2-1.4 TSI from 5W/30 to 0W/30 after having 5W/30 for maybe 10-20 years as the norman weight.
I want an RS3 now
😂 nevadí že si zabudol timing tool na Slovensku. Stáva sa. Ja stále dačo zabudnem keď tam idem na dovolenku 😂
and I thought 1.8T and 2.8 engines were nightmares back from 2000 , this is quite complex
i am nearly Shit my self and spill my drink then You Said Primer with Laquier paint lol
Is TDC for timing on cylinder #5 ,like how vw 2.5 engine are??
Yes
You gota be brave owning one of them in Brum unless your a gangster/dealer 😂. Epic cars though
There shouldnt be plastic in a block just in general?
Where are you located
Additional security install is always a risk even if properly done , they are just not tested thouroughly on all the possible versions of the car. Factor in how often the installation is a hack job and you have the salad as the germans say... would always give a car like that a wide berth.
Whoever i watch one of your videos I come to the conclusion that there are so many workshops that have no f@#£%%^&% clue about the VAG engines
What year car is this
Can you say why this happened? The car is almost new….
Maybe he used top thin oil? I don’t think Audi Would design it badly
Just wondering where is that missing/broken plastic piece 😅 probably dusted inside the engine 🎉
Took it out its in the video
Yeah i saw that, but it looked like it had little crack and missing piece 😅
Is this a non-interference engine?
Audi is basically designed to fail. They surely would have engineered it differently to allow the chain run a much angle on the vanos (cam adjustor)
I once did an A3 which was stripped by an Audi workshop. They quoted the poor owner over R80000 (about $4000). I did the car in half the amount. The funny thing was that the cause of the problem was a broken chain guide which costs about R113 ($6) from Audi.
Hello
the oil in this was nasty!!!! the driver door - red light flashing...why?
That LED is not visibly flashing from a human point of view but it always looks to be flashing on camera footage.
It is pulse modulated brightness. Not visible by human eye but camera shutter will pick it up and result is blinking on video. Same thing with LED stop lights.
as an owner of a volvo with an early t5 engine, only audi could take a 5cyl and make it that difficult to work on!!!
What car do you drive?
The best one ! B6 Passat 2.0tdi DSG with 250 k on clock
I was right about the PCV. Now give me half of the R8.
1900 pounds for a timing chain service, not that bad, I bet an Audi dealer charges a lot more.
I was quoted $4,600 usd from dealer just to re seal the valve/cam cover 😂
if audi had any brains they would release more cars with this engine.
that thing def has more than 27k on it lol
We will abuse the vehicle unfortunately 😂😂😂
At least the Audi 4 & 5 petrol engines have port & direct injection so you don't have to deal with carbon build up but still in the 🇺🇸 they only come with direct injection 😔
RS3/TTRS around the world has port and direct injectors. The older iron block version only had direct.
Disappointing that you didn't use your indicators on that roundabout as I got the impression that you weren't that type of person.
over $$2.5k job easy
Audi never figured out how to design a reliable timing chain system. They need to fire their engineering manager. They've done a LOT of stupid things in the past with the design of their plastic parts, like B6 A4 glovebox and center armrest hinges being designed to break.
Must say, 28,000 miles and needing semi-major engine repairs ... hmmmm
Because Audi
8v or 8y?
My 8y got stuck in a layer of 10-15 cm of mud. While backing out something happened to the engine. Engine was not flooded, they did see some cogs were out of synch, but still they can’t find the issue. It’s been at the dealership for weeks. it sounds like a 3tact engine.
25:35 Abuse the vehicle? This is how the RS Audi should be driven.
You’ll understand one day why I said that 😀
Funny how most of fhe comment are stupid things , keyboard technicians, I stay with BMW