WOW what do you think of a 33+ minute video? Also can you spot the fun things I added? ;) I also think I counted wrong on the clips, good thing I added a few extra!

@biggabenne

4 жыл бұрын

Cloning is a new hobby?

@blower1

4 жыл бұрын

Chewie says: Good job!

@blower1

4 жыл бұрын

16:37 Very long left arm!

@HumbleMechanic

4 жыл бұрын

@@biggabenne HAHAH Good catch

@stronger8888

4 жыл бұрын

There were 2 Charles at some points

16:37 2x the Humble Mechanic!? Neat!

@nicholasflowers7401

4 жыл бұрын

That's what I'm saying.....like what

@anonymjin3278

4 жыл бұрын

Pawel Dmytrow his twin

I am absolutely paying a shop to do this for me. There was a time I would have tried to tackle this, but not these days and with no lift. Really glad you shared the whole process though, it’s good to be aware of what needs to happen even you pay somebody! Great video Charles!

@rambow70

Жыл бұрын

I'm not sure if you ever did this upgrade but I'm curious what you paid in labor if you did get one professionally installed.

@dw1508

9 ай бұрын

​@@rambow70I just paid around 400 Aud

@nickhorne5493

8 ай бұрын

I know two really good mechanics well friends really ha the both said 200 for down pipe an intercooler think I’m gonna say yeah then 😂

33 mins 1hr 2hr etc.. your vids are not boring, i actually keep learning on all your tutorial vids.. keep it up and stay humble.. and be yourself.

@HumbleMechanic

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!!! This was fun

Just did this for the second time on my 2016 A3 quattro. Man the aftermarket intercoolers are heavy. I have the CTS one and love it. Your instructions are almost exactly the same on the A3 too.

Me 5 mins in: "Yep, worth the $300 install fee."

@HumbleMechanic

4 жыл бұрын

Hahaha for $300 I’d say so too. Lol

@spinnetti

4 жыл бұрын

$300? In what century? I think I got quotes of 6-700 IIRC. I'd have paid $300!

@FinalFormation

4 жыл бұрын

Spinnetti In this century haha. There’s a shop in my area that does great work for really reasonable prices. They did my clutch for $450.

@keithskoglund10

4 жыл бұрын

Jeremy Stark where, and name of shop?

@FinalFormation

4 жыл бұрын

@@keithskoglund10 It's in the DFW area (Arlington, specifically).

Love the vibe of your videos. So in depth. Maybe now people won't mind paying for workshops to do the work. Even though it's not a hard task. It definitely requires some finesse, skill and time. Thanks for sharing.

Thank You Charles. Huge Fun as always. Enjoy learning and utilizing some of your approach to things when we work on the GTI or any of our cars (EURO) for that matter!

"Roll around a little bit while you find your missing clamps..." hahaha - this was like a master class in clip removal

@HumbleMechanic

4 жыл бұрын

HAHA I figured it's a long video, why not leave some fun in!

@MotivxTools

4 жыл бұрын

@@HumbleMechanic 100%. Making videos like that is a ton of work, might as well have some fun while you do it.

@agenericaccount3935

4 жыл бұрын

Relatable AF

@manzelli1981

4 жыл бұрын

It’s like he’s seen 2/3 of us in our driveways...

Awesome! I'm going to be taking the bumper off this weekend for my headlights, so it's nice to get a good video showing how to do it! Thanks!

Great DIY video Charles!!! Video quality is crystal clear! I've graduated from watching your videos on my LT to my TV!

Great tutorial! Just saved me a lot of time I would of spent trying to get into the mind of the engineers and time is money! Thanks!

such an awesome video. much different install process than i have seen in the past. can't wait to give it a go when i get my cooler.

So happy you got a mk7.5! Your videos are so good and shot well. Gonna try this installing mine next weekend :)

Love ur content bud u never disappoint me .as a fellow vw n audi n Porsche guy I love how well u detail ur work n make it look so simple n neat.this man hands down knows what he's doing with these Volkswagens. Wish u were my neighbor lol

Thanks for posting this, just installed my new charge cooler on my '16 GTI using this video. Really appreciated!

I don't even have a Golf R but your videos are so detailed and makes everything look so easy. Thank you.

@HumbleMechanic

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!!

Facinating video. Love watching you work and explain. very detailed, calm and yet still fun. I find the engineering of the clips and fixings facinating, at the same time I wonder how well all the plastic clips last over time. As said love your vids...And that is coming from someone who works on Japanese cars :D

@HumbleMechanic

4 жыл бұрын

IF you don't ever have to do anything, they usually hold up great. After a while they are not serviceable

@SVSportscars

4 жыл бұрын

@@HumbleMechanic good to know. Thanks for the reply. Love your cars btw. The R32 is still one of my favorites. I might be seen as biased but I do appreciate and like a cool car where ever it's build. Keep up the good work.

I have watch this video about 10 times and I feel very confident at tackling this job now. The only piece that I'm a little concern is the process of adding the coolant back into the system and bleeding the air out. Care to point to some resources to help me boost my confidence doing this and also on how to use the special funnel you used.

Thanks a ton for this video! Got my IE intercooler in on my 2018 Golf R with barely any issues. Definitely a lot more fun to do yourself and saved a bunch of money on labor!

Dude your knowledge and videos are lifesavers I got a mk7 golf R myself and I have just started my journey to stage 2 and want to do all the work myself so thank you! Keep them videos coming 🤘🏼😎🤘🏼

You've had the bumper cover off 4 or 5 times and it still fits that well? Impressed!

Definitely going to use this method insted of pulling the front end if i fit an intercooler. This way ensures everything lines up like factory. Helps working in a working with the proper coolant bleeding equipment

I installed this over the summer. I did not follow the instructions and remove the radiator tho. I went the Paul at deutsche method instead . This may have made it more difficult but I got it done. One thing I was glad to see in your video is how tight the fit is for the condenser tabs. I wondered if mine was messed up. One of the the tabs for on my intercooler actually cracked when I was trying to put it together. I decided to open up those slots slightly with a dremel so the tabs would slide in easily.

Good job! I'm glad the new side mount for my MK4 doesnt involve nearly this many plastic clips. I could do a drinking game on how many plastic clips I would break here.

I'm learning so much from you Wish you the best from the heart ♥

@HumbleMechanic

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

This is a really great video! Perfect amount of detail and very easy to follow. Well done, and thanks!

@HumbleMechanic

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

Awesome detailed video, that’s a solid built cooler! Will most likely pick one up once I go Stage 2. CTS has a quality downpipe for a great price👍🏼

@HumbleMechanic

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!! :)

Love these videos, you’re the papadakis of vw techs.

Awesome 👏🏾 can’t wait to see the inlet pipe video and downpipe

I have many old 1976 BMW 630CSi also a1976 Beatle and 2009 VW CC. When I compare old BMW and my newest 2009CC. Build quality come to mind. No contest. No plastics.

Very professionally done, thank you.

Great job! Sooo dealer install sounds good to me. Can’t wait to see the Big brake kit installation. Rotora BBK is my go to next year.

@HumbleMechanic

4 жыл бұрын

Wouldn’t blame anyone for that. Or on the downpipe install. Lol

It must feel so satisfying snapping all those plastic clips back in on the install! :D

This is how I dream my install will go. Me. 5 minutes in “has anyone got a grinder”. 🤣🤣🤣

My family has had VW/!Audis since 1991. VW over engineers everything don’t they. 😊 loving the videos helping me decide what to do with my 2019 GTI rabbit.

Hi I really appreciate your efforts to make videos I do learn a lot of your work your video has inspired me to open my channel and keep working I was going to leave this industry but people like you really inspiration keep it up

@HumbleMechanic

4 жыл бұрын

Hell yes!!! Go get it

Your videos are so good mate. I just changed my intercooler by following your video. Thx very much bro. 👍👍👍🍻🍻

I don't have a vw or an upgraded cooler but your vid is super informative and a joy to watch sir

@HumbleMechanic

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

Way to go man. Make her yours. Would still like to see some videos of older platforms and special projects.

Imagine doing that in 5 or 10 years with all those plastic clips.

@HumbleMechanic

4 жыл бұрын

You’ll just be replacing a fair amount. Sadly.

I was scared this was gonna be hard. Looks straight forward thanks to this video. thanks, Im pumped to do it myself now

@HumbleMechanic

3 жыл бұрын

Those dang clips are the worst part

@TheG60528XiJinPing

3 жыл бұрын

@@HumbleMechanic I hear ya. Wish there were someone who made metal replacements so I could just yank um and toss um. As counter to traditional logic as it maybe, the harder and more intracate these swaps are the more likely I want to do it myself, cause I have a hard time imagining a local shop putting everything back 100% without breaking something. Might just be me though.

@HumbleMechanic

3 жыл бұрын

Love it!!! Next time I’d bust the clips and use screws

Hi love the vid. How about a more detailed coolant change video covering the bleed process using a scan tool . Also a ACC calibration video would be super cool . Keep the good work and have a merry Chrsitmas ...

THis is one really good DiY Video ! Bravo Charles!

@HumbleMechanic

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much

You’re tempting me to buy a Golf R now. It will be my 3rd Golf after my old 2010 GTI and my current 2012 TDI.

@HumbleMechanic

4 жыл бұрын

It’s a super fun car

Looks good! Love a good upgrade me, got a modded S3 intercooler on my MK4 Golf PD150 :)

Great camera work Charles!!!!!

Interesting install method. Nice call out on keepin the engine bay grill screws separate since they are shiny. I had to dig thru mine to find them. ha For the dang IC clips pushing on them through the hole....bloody brilliant! So obvious. My method was to buy 2 spares on eBay, and not care if they were destroyed. Think one popped off easy and the other I used side cutters on the prongs. lol Edit: The FDS system is also pretty slick too. The fact that it comes with a meth bung and hoses makes it a solid deal.

new viewer.. glad i came across the channel seem to know ur shit and also thinking about eventually getting a golf r so all these videos will definitely be even more handy.. keep at it.. good stuff mate

Dude you are so clean with your explanation. +1 fan

@HumbleMechanic

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I like it. But that's so much to take off just to change the charge cooler. Wow. I don't even own VW. But I found it therapeutic to watch you change it lol. Awesome video, Charles!!

@HumbleMechanic

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!

I'm mid video right now, loving it as always 👍, but one thing I wondered is what metal type are those little grub screws in the condenser? They looked stainless, I just wondered as mild steel and aluminium never have a good relationship haha 🎈

Coming from owning a modded wrx, I’m mind blown in how difficult these stage 2 jobs are in comparison

Awesome video 👍 Looking forward to the software episode. Off topic question... When i get a chip on the hood, do i ONLY use the paint or do i mix 50/50 with clearcoat? Thnx in advance!

I just did this install. I used the other method that didn't involve draining the coolant. It's a long install but worth the money saved IMO.

@sirfartsalot1328

4 жыл бұрын

Did you use a lift? Looks like this would really be difficult without a lift.

I usually put some detailing tape on the expensive headlights, so the bumper doesn't scratch them up, trying to get it off and on! Applies to mk5 & Mk6 as well.

Excellent video and explanation 👍

Man! 5 minutes in I'm thinking ok, this does not look too bad 6 minutes in forget this! I'll pay the 100/hr. Like you work Charles. You are always safety first and incredibly meticulous.

@HumbleMechanic

4 жыл бұрын

Hahaha I don’t blame anyone on this job

@sephiros9883

4 жыл бұрын

Neil Porter exact. Same. Reaction brother LOL.

Quality video, great camera work on this one. Can't imagine how long it took to set those all up and film it.

Well done Charles. Thank you for making this video. Aside from the front grill and bumper cover, are there any other differences between the 7 and 7.5 when it comes to disassembly or should this be pretty universal for the Rs? I'm also curious whether or not they are the same where the bumper cover meets the quarter panel.

@HumbleMechanic

4 жыл бұрын

Should be basically the same. Even the GTI should be the same

Of course, now I want one. I have nowhere to put it, but I still want one 🤣

Hella work my guy. Lol. But some day I will get back into a golf. Miss it so much

Vw service manual actually tells you to break the tabs/clips that hold the intercooler/ radiator in. (The white stubborn things haha). On the parts manual it gives a listing of 2x t30 self thredding screws to secure it back in

I feel an upgraded intercooler is something anyone should consider doesn't have to be stage 2 or up. An upgraded one just performs better making your car perform better making it last longer without possible issues.

@HumbleMechanic

2 жыл бұрын

I pretty much agree

I love the clip counter bells/rings!!!

@HumbleMechanic

3 жыл бұрын

Haha

It tripped me out when you were working on the car in the background and working on the cooler in the foreground at the same time 🤯

@HumbleMechanic

4 жыл бұрын

Hahaha

You do such a great job explaining and actually showing what you are doing. That is something many DIY videos do not do well so bravo! Question: I bought this IC second hand (v1 like yours) but I see there is some hardware you do not mention. Primarily the two cap screws and the male countersunk plug. Did you not use these parts? Thanks!

@HumbleMechanic

3 жыл бұрын

the ones that hold the condenser?

Great job Charles, very detailed, thankyou:):)

@HumbleMechanic

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much

Pretty much a guarantee when I work with plastic clips, or any plastic for that matter, I break it... go me! Excellent vid Charles! Love your caRs!

@HumbleMechanic

4 жыл бұрын

Yep, as you mile up, get ready to replace. "Clip is no longer servicable"

I fell asleep after 20 clips, but it was almost 2 am and after the Chon show.

I've watched this a few times now getting ready to do mine and just noticed Charles in the background at 16:40 while he's also in the foreground lol

@HumbleMechanic

2 жыл бұрын

SPOOKY HAHA

Nicely done!

Thanks for the tips, sir! I just did my front-mount today, and this video was super helpful.

@HumbleMechanic

Ай бұрын

AWESOME!

Damn Charles I’ve been trying to find that Oem coolant funnel in green with noooo luck lol

Massive fan of the Golf R, but holy crap that's a lot going on in a small engine bay, looks like a nightmare to work on, looks super time consuming even with your expertise! Dream car still ❤️

@HumbleMechanic

3 жыл бұрын

Its not bad. Once you get in the German car mindset, it's pretty easy

You coming here thinking you'll do your car by yourself when you watch the video, and end up thinking "I should just hire this guy to do it for me"

I'm almost tempted to 3D print a clip removal tool...LMAO. Clips are keeping me at a Stage 1.

I love ti watch those 📷 every day 😍

I love these video Charles..... I so wish I had the confidence to do a big job like this!!! Any chance of doing a Coolant and Brake Flush video?..... I find when it comes to flushing/taking air out of a system, I'm a bit hesitant on doing these jobs. Cheers, Don (Perth W.Australia) Indium Grey MY20 mk7.5 Golf R

@HumbleMechanic

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Don! Thanks for the kind words. I’ll be doing both on the Miata. Very different car, but the technique is going to be similar.

Was going your way but the bottom radiator hose would not come off it’s been on thee 7 years yours look new lol so didn’t want to break it so went from the front but learned from how it worked thankyou

What will these cars be like to work on in 20 years with all those plastic clips as they become brittle over time? Excellent video as always!!!

I've been running an APR stg 2 high torque setup and have everything except an intercooler upgrade. Living in Texas during the summer makes me want to do this just because of the climate over 7-8 months out of the year even if I don't drive the car hard a lot. After getting some finally colder outside temps (30's), I can tell the car loses a large amount of torque due to heat soak in those hotter months. This seems like an install I'd casually say...eh i could do it, but would much rather pay one of the local vw/audi shops instead. I liked the caution of not accidentally stabbing the condenser with the screwdriver. Little heads up like that are the best bc dumb mistakes are the worst.

@jeffmcconnell6214

4 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the exact same thing, living in Houston. The car just feels so much better now that we have pleasant temps, this might be worth it before next summer. And yeah, pretty sure i'm going to be giving a local shop some business for this one.

Fantastic!!! Thank you 👍🏼

Thanks for the video and all the info. Quick question, I've heard that too big of an intercooler creates lag is that true I want to upgrade for my a5 2.0t b8 also for the piping whats better silcone or aluminum?

Snuggy Snug ! I think VW is the best car for modifing or just leaving it stock bcs it is balanced well all around 😎😎

Always enjoy watching your videos even if im not planning to tune. If you dont get 1M subscribers that means there is no 1M VW fans. :-)

@HumbleMechanic

4 жыл бұрын

Haha thank you!!!

Great video

Excellent production and close-ups much appreciated, too many freaking plastic clamps, are screws that much money.

@HumbleMechanic

4 жыл бұрын

Haha it’s more about ease of production I think. They snap together rather than having a robot to torque them down. I made a big joke about it in the video, but it’s not too bad. Now 15yr from now will be a different story

Everytime he says "Plastic Clip" or "Clip" take a drink.

@HumbleMechanic

4 жыл бұрын

Hahaha I was waiting for this comment. I expected anyone that started to play passed out before commenting

@therealderjett

4 жыл бұрын

@@HumbleMechanic I just woke up and the bottle of Jack is empty. LOL

@HumbleMechanic

4 жыл бұрын

3 day blackout I’m guessing

I don't even own my CC anymore . But still like your content man.

@HumbleMechanic

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!!!

"does anyone else feel like is taking forever?"..... No I feel like I'm sat back and watching you do all the work. SAT ON MY FAT ARSE.... yes I'll say it. Any how as all ways your efforts are not going un noticed thank you.

@HumbleMechanic

4 жыл бұрын

Hahah Hahahahhaha.

I got my IE FMIC for my 7.5 R last week and it’s going to be installed in 2 weeks, and I’m freaking excited. I’ll also be happy to inform you that I got rid of that horrible MK6 GTI, and I have not thrown a single P0299 code since. We never did figure out what was causing that MK6 to keep throwing the P0299 fault. Replaced every single component of the turbo system and even the ECU and it still threw that damned code. I finally got to the point where I knew when the car would throw that code, and I was able to clear the CEL with my tune, so I just did that until I traded it in. Got a whopping 1000 dollars for that piece of crap. 😂😂😂 My R is treating me much better. The moral of my nightmare car story- don’t buy a used car from a small independent dealer.

At 21mins 30 in when you tightened that T30.....I had a Wagner installed and due to the extra thickness of the Intercooler the screwed eventually wore through the condenser - make sure you check that T30 or use a thick washer or like me you'll end up having to replace the condenser. Ugh. Great vid though!!

@HumbleMechanic

4 жыл бұрын

Oh dang!!!

Imagine all the plastic that will break if you ever get in a minor front end collision

@HumbleMechanic

4 жыл бұрын

Yep. But it beats welding a new core support on

@Zride_98

4 жыл бұрын

Insurance would total it for the cost of all those plastic clips lol

@drouxbag94

4 жыл бұрын

These golfs have sensors that give you a pretty good heads up to help prevent but yes that would really suck if it happened 😂😂

@zubuxstein

7 ай бұрын

Energy most go somewhere, the key is to prevent it from compromising the frame cabin, plastic parts absorb the impact, the reason many new cars when on impact look like an accordion, but the frame of the vehicle is mostly intact.

Nice Job on the Install Stage2....that thing must haul now! - would you recommend an upgraded inter-cooler say from the GolfR/A3 to the GTI ? The One from the GolfR/A3 has more fins per sq. than the one found in the GTI.

@HumbleMechanic

4 жыл бұрын

From what I’ve heard it’s not worth it. I haven’t done much research on it

You're an angel fallen to earth. I have been looking to see if this was possible but no one on any of the vw forums has tried it and I didn't want to be the guinea pig.

You rock bud ,

Thank you 🙏🙏

Nice

I ended up doing a front mount instead from Baun Performance...you can find him on KZread. Didn't want to pony up for IE pricing or completely pull apart the front of my car.