Thorobred Cars

Thorobred Cars

Thorobred Cars is a independent car garage specialists in Fiat, Abarth & Alfa Romeo.
This channel is intended to give customers some insight into what the work we do is all about.
"What is a Clutch?" you might ask. Well, here's a video!
“What on Earth is a cambelt?" There's a video for that too.
Have a look around and if you like.

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  • @timwillis3466
    @timwillis34665 күн бұрын

    Same just happened on my daughters Ford Ka today. Same car basically.

  • @safdarrizvi9885
    @safdarrizvi9885Ай бұрын

    It looks quite a task on a small engine.Agree with changing water pump auxillary belt and tensioner whilst changing belt.It would be daft not to whilst all stripped down.

  • @jackwatters3545
    @jackwatters3545Ай бұрын

    That’s good

  • @derf9465
    @derf9465Ай бұрын

    I took 4 hrs..... 6mins is a record

  • @martinrichardhorrocks9869
    @martinrichardhorrocks98692 ай бұрын

    Looks nice. You mention this is V6? R reg widebody in blue V6 is ultra late/ unusual. Does car have the quick steering rack?

  • @martinrichardhorrocks9869
    @martinrichardhorrocks98692 ай бұрын

    For a galvanised car, 155s rust! Just as you are finding. I'm in process on a Q4, which is considerably rustier than your car. But think these are worth saving

  • @thorobredcars1975
    @thorobredcars1975Ай бұрын

    Please share photos? Videos of the process

  • @carltonpowell7176
    @carltonpowell71762 ай бұрын

    Is this part available on euro car parts?

  • @discovermetaldetecting
    @discovermetaldetecting2 ай бұрын

    I'm a bit late to this video but huge thanks for posting this. I have a 2014 Ford Ka which is the same engine but I have a head gasket to replace. I'm in construction and not a meachanic but have a healthy interest in mechanics. I'm going slowly bit by bit but I'm determined to get it done and this has helped massively.....thanks, Gaz.

  • @thorobredcars1975
    @thorobredcars19752 ай бұрын

    Good luck with the rebuild, Good news is it’s a “ non-interference” engine so is a good one to learn on .

  • @discovermetaldetecting
    @discovermetaldetecting2 ай бұрын

    @@thorobredcars1975 If it's just the head gasket I want to change, is it the same process? Can the engine mount and top cam cover just come off or does the whole cambelt need access with the wheel off? Gaz.

  • @johnpartlon8436
    @johnpartlon84362 ай бұрын

    Where to buy you me unit?

  • @colindeans9477
    @colindeans94772 ай бұрын

    Very instructive video. Thank You !!

  • @thorobredcars1975
    @thorobredcars19752 ай бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @laiqrefai1433
    @laiqrefai14333 ай бұрын

    Same happened with my Fiat 😢

  • @paddyohara6492
    @paddyohara64923 ай бұрын

    How much for this to be repaired??

  • @CSSSOLIVEIRA
    @CSSSOLIVEIRA3 ай бұрын

    This engine is very much similar to the 1,4 Fire Evo used in Brazilian versions of Fiat 500.

  • @marksmith989
    @marksmith9893 ай бұрын

    If you're doing an older 500 the first thing to do is clean the rear seat belt lower mounting bolt which comes out through the wheel arch. Wire brush and wd40. If you remove the bolt without doing this it will shear. Very very important to do this.

  • @thorobredcars1975
    @thorobredcars1975Ай бұрын

    Good tip mark! I have had one snap too . Take time on that bolt people!

  • @kenoneill3642
    @kenoneill36424 ай бұрын

    I’ve sent mine for repair can I still drive the van without?

  • @Jakegordon147
    @Jakegordon1475 ай бұрын

    This made me so nervous watching the bench shake with the cup on there lol

  • @thorobredcars1975
    @thorobredcars19755 ай бұрын

    😂 same

  • @greymick
    @greymick6 ай бұрын

    How many years does a Fiat 500 cambelt last?

  • @almilhouse9059
    @almilhouse90595 ай бұрын

    Up to 5 years, they say 60k to 75k miles

  • @dreamz2841
    @dreamz28416 ай бұрын

    How much would you be charging for this service?

  • @Love500
    @Love5006 ай бұрын

    None of them need to be coded. The sticker means you shouldn't need to do a proxy alignment if put into the same car it came out of.

  • @Love500
    @Love5006 ай бұрын

    Those seat belt anchor bolts have a tendency to snap unless you wire brush and lashings of WD40 on the end of the bolt in the wheel arch. You don't need to take the rear seat backs out either.

  • @ada_lia4425
    @ada_lia44257 ай бұрын

    What was the reason for the problem? How did you solved the problem ? I have the same problem.

  • @antoniomauretti5995
    @antoniomauretti59958 ай бұрын

    I’m from the us one box I’ve been trying to hunt down have a 68 inch slow that silver with a stainless steal top want to find a used one but in that color is really hard to find especially in that color

  • @aggie3344
    @aggie33448 ай бұрын

    💙

  • @JAI45624
    @JAI456248 ай бұрын

    QUALITY TOOLS

  • @bobdole870
    @bobdole8708 ай бұрын

    Must have run it with the handbrake on or something?

  • @thorobredcars1975
    @thorobredcars1975Ай бұрын

    Yes , but only one side.? Brake wasn’t draining either 🤷🏻‍♂️

  • @Andersdahl2211
    @Andersdahl22118 ай бұрын

    Did you just use "normal" liquid packing on the water pump?

  • @annarion994
    @annarion9949 ай бұрын

    Is the blue&me located on the same side if the driver seat is on the left side?

  • @thorobredcars1975
    @thorobredcars19759 ай бұрын

    I’d imagine it would still be on the same side as this video, but honestly I would only be guessing 🤷🏻‍♂️

  • @jbc2cbj147
    @jbc2cbj1479 ай бұрын

    Looks like a daily carwash user

  • @anavarzau4984
    @anavarzau49849 ай бұрын

    Did you buy the box outright or you pay weekly? I’m thinking about getting one here in Australia. Wonder what the weekly payment would be

  • @thorobredcars1975
    @thorobredcars19759 ай бұрын

    Brought it outright, Found a tool box dealer called “the tool box king” he’s over here in the Uk

  • @rexrepo9008
    @rexrepo900810 ай бұрын

    hi where did you get them from at 6:30 in the vid

  • @thorobredcars1975
    @thorobredcars19758 ай бұрын

    shop.snapon.com/product/Dual-80-Technology-Ratchets%2C-Chrome-(1-4%22)/1-4%22-Drive-Dual-80-Technology-Magnetic-Bit-Ratchet/TM72

  • @The_Faceless_Chad
    @The_Faceless_Chad10 ай бұрын

    Great looking set up. Always interesting seeing set ups from across the pond.

  • @fiatremont910
    @fiatremont91010 ай бұрын

    Зачет! )

  • @altvamp
    @altvamp10 ай бұрын

    Why does it need to have the rubber there, it seems a very bad design as it will hold any water permanently.

  • @thorobredcars1975
    @thorobredcars197510 ай бұрын

    We agree that it is a bad idea. After a little search around we found quite a few other people were also pointing out the problem, so it seems to be a big design flaw.

  • @tonypierpoint1993
    @tonypierpoint199310 ай бұрын

    Hi, Where did you send the unit please, ive got the same problem... many thanks

  • @thorobredcars1975
    @thorobredcars197510 ай бұрын

    See pinned

  • @angeley3756
    @angeley375611 ай бұрын

    Toolbox king paul. Top lad

  • @chrisadc3244
    @chrisadc324411 ай бұрын

    Great video. What a pain in the arse device to get out. Would have broken something through frustration and rage if it wasn't for this.

  • @thorobredcars1975
    @thorobredcars197510 ай бұрын

    See pinned

  • @AlfaAlex
    @AlfaAlex11 ай бұрын

    looks much better than mine :)

  • @thorobredcars1975
    @thorobredcars1975Ай бұрын

    How is yours doing @AlfaAlex ?

  • @AlfaAlex
    @AlfaAlex21 күн бұрын

    @@thorobredcars1975 Moving with small steps :) I hope in nearedst month or so it will be painted :) How are you?

  • @thorobredcars1975
    @thorobredcars197521 күн бұрын

    @@AlfaAlex excellent ! What colour did you choose in the end ? We are engine and gearbox overhaul this month, videos to follow

  • @kokamomo4639
    @kokamomo463911 ай бұрын

    اخي هل هي للبيع 🥲♥️🔥

  • @thorobredcars1975
    @thorobredcars197511 ай бұрын

    Yes but not until next year, I have a lot to do 😅

  • @AlfaAlex
    @AlfaAlex11 ай бұрын

    Nice work! Im also resotring one of these..

  • @thorobredcars1975
    @thorobredcars197511 ай бұрын

    Been checking out your page @AlfaAlex ! Great production! Keep us posted on the progress 🤙

  • @AlfaAlex
    @AlfaAlex11 ай бұрын

    @@thorobredcars1975 Thank you! You too, waiting for new episodes. Do you plan to film more about 155?

  • @thorobredcars1975
    @thorobredcars197511 ай бұрын

    Yes, the videos will continue as the car progresses.

  • @AlfaAlex
    @AlfaAlex11 ай бұрын

    @@thorobredcars1975 Looking forward for new series!

  • @Livautowerx
    @Livautowerx11 ай бұрын

    Great video. I have flashing mileage and a battery drain as well as the blue and me not working. Can I just unplug the unit rather than replace? I’m swapping out the head unit but want the mileage to stop flashing and steering wheel buttons to work. Cheers

  • @thorobredcars1975
    @thorobredcars197511 ай бұрын

    The flashing mileage is the cars way of saying something is not programmed correctly. If you removed / disabled the B&M it would stop your drain but continue to flash. Fitting a aftermarket radio would also cause the flash as the car will not recognise the foreign part .

  • @4nebster
    @4nebster5 ай бұрын

    ​@@thorobredcars1975I do not care for flashing odo, I just my car to not die after 12 hours of sitting:( where is the blue and me unit in a north America abarth ? Do you have a clue ?

  • @ixwillxeatxurxbabies
    @ixwillxeatxurxbabies2 ай бұрын

    Thankfully it's behind the glove box in the US model. Thank God it's not in the Rear quarter panel!!!

  • @jaimecosta2966
    @jaimecosta2966 Жыл бұрын

    What a estupidez pluce to plaxe a Blue me .. i have thesame problema with my fiat punto my life 2011 i have no ideia were the unit in placed here in Portugal it cost about 1000€ completly rediculess .. saying that excelente vídeo with you well

  • @pmeim9314
    @pmeim9314 Жыл бұрын

    instead of snap on whats the best alternative? in the uk since halfords doesnt do every single thing you need

  • @thorobredcars1975
    @thorobredcars197511 ай бұрын

    Obviously MAC tools are a great choice but do not have a wide distribution in the Uk. A brand like Sealey would be a good middle of the range choice. (In my opinion anyway)

  • @rexrepo9008
    @rexrepo900810 ай бұрын

    @@thorobredcars1975 sealey is my go too brand for sure

  • @PaneraiTravel
    @PaneraiTravel Жыл бұрын

    Excellent video, total professional and very knowledgeable. Thank you.

  • @thorobredcars1975
    @thorobredcars1975 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the feed back ! Next Cam belt video will be on the 1.4 Multiair engine .

  • @richardparker9322
    @richardparker9322 Жыл бұрын

    Great video. Where did you send unit? I like the fact that no coding required.

  • @user-jx1ok5wp4w
    @user-jx1ok5wp4w Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your helpful video. I have a Fiat 500. BLUE&ME causes the battery to drain. Is it possible to disconnect the BLUE&ME from the power supply, or do I have to disassemble the panel and disconnect the connector from the unit? Thanks.

  • @thorobredcars1975
    @thorobredcars1975 Жыл бұрын

    We had a similar issue with a AlfaRomeo Giulietta . In theory you could just pull the fuse , but we opted to unplugged the unit physically.

  • @dieseldog289
    @dieseldog289 Жыл бұрын

    Great video mate, got this job coming up. Can diagzone diagnostics do the proxy align? My diagnostics look very similar to yours

  • @johnpartlon8436
    @johnpartlon84362 ай бұрын

    Wheres the fuses, for blue me Located

  • @roylong2995
    @roylong2995 Жыл бұрын

    "Promosm"

  • @riomaririoma2167
    @riomaririoma2167 Жыл бұрын

    Same engine like 50 years ago 🤣

  • @SH-ox8nl
    @SH-ox8nl Жыл бұрын

    But 50yrs ago you didn't habe to remove the motor fixing to change a timing belt. Additional nowadays you didn't have enough space to work on the engine. I just did the work on this engine - what the video here shows is the minor part of it. But it was done in around 2:30h.

  • @riomaririoma2167
    @riomaririoma2167 Жыл бұрын

    @@SH-ox8nl horrible we pay for bmw f31 x drive chain change 500 euro +parts 500 euro. You can chose to remove engine or gearbox 🤣🤣🤣

  • @SH-ox8nl
    @SH-ox8nl Жыл бұрын

    @@riomaririoma2167 I know - our other car is a Volvo..

  • @superelectic45
    @superelectic459 ай бұрын

    Because it works and works well unlike modern engines

  • @Moccalocca100
    @Moccalocca1009 ай бұрын

    Lol you realise most engines in modern cars are like 40/50 years old? It hasnt been changed since then

  • @jefftovani5535
    @jefftovani5535 Жыл бұрын

    Sweet, really nice, great set up!! Thanks for showing!!

  • @thorobredcars1975
    @thorobredcars1975 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching!

  • @BlackhillPunk
    @BlackhillPunk Жыл бұрын

    I think premier is a sealey brand

  • @acimdotnet
    @acimdotnet Жыл бұрын

    I have to replace this seal between the air filter housing and the throttle body, but this car is in my home country so I need the part number to buy it and take it with me. Do you have this part number? Thank you in advance.

  • @thorobredcars1975
    @thorobredcars1975 Жыл бұрын

    Hello Boban. Thanks for checking out the video. The part number you need is 46528828 .