How to Replace MINI Cooper Cylinder Head/Gasket 2002-2006 R53 Part 1

Step by step replacement of head gasket (& remove/install camshaft) on a 1st Gen MINI Cooper S. Get the parts and tools here: Head gasket: amzn.to/1jimU3Q Bolt set: amzn.to/1jimUkm Valve cover gasket: amzn.to/1Lp0qbO Chain tensioner: amzn.to/1jimWbX Thermostat & gasket: amzn.to/1jimXgf Intake/exhaust manifold gaskets are reusable. Bolt extractor set: amzn.to/1R5iMP4 Timing chain special tool: amzn.to/1jin6QQ 3/8 wobble extension: amzn.to/1PnCMyd 1/4 deep drive socket set incl. 8mm: amzn.to/1ZqyIBv 1/4 wobble extension: amzn.to/1Lp0Hvi Hose clamp pliers: amzn.to/1jinaQv Process will be similar on a naturally aspirated MINI Cooper - just little different for intake manifold and airbox. Want to show your support for MOD Mini? Virtual tip jar at www.fundly.com/mod-mini-tip-jar

Thank the fucking high heavens for ModMini. This man has saved me THOUSANDS of dollars, inspired me to start working at a mechanic shop, and has turned me into practically a mini mechanic. Shout out to this man.

This is probably one of the best instructional videos I've ever watched. Perfect combination of to-the-point and details. Big thumbs up, thanks!

This literally walked me through a seamless head gasket repair. These videos are so great. Detail and timely.

We just started taking on Mini Cooper work at the shop I own and this video brought a lot of clarity to what it takes to do these properly great video and great audio! Thanks

hi mod mini man. im all the way over in England and I've successfully changed my head gasket using your tutorial. the only words I have to say is when trying to pull the inlet manifold the bolts were fused to the studs and was impossible to slide back. I had to make a decision so pulled the head out with the inlet manifold attached. once I had the head on the bench the only way I could get the studs out was to wind 2 m8 nuts up the stud and lock them together and force them through all the crap. awesome tutorial and I couldn't have done it without you. TOP MAN

THANK YOU!!! This is a very timely video! My '05 R53 overheated this weekend, and I anticipate needing to perform this repair. Thank you for sharing your experience!

Thank you for such an instructional video. I did my very own cylinder head job off this video (and part 2). Your videos are so detailed and to the point and very easy to follow. You’ve made my mini ownership fun (even when the car is down).

how can people down vote these videos, they are the best on YouTube.

Hey im a new mini owner and mine has some serious issues but im willing to take the time to get it going. I just wanted to say thank you for the videos due to my girlfriend has sat down and watch all 9 parts you have uploaded and has a much better understanding of the car and the work i do for our cars. She has gotten more interested in helping and in the car itself. Thanks again.

Great video, very helpful. One thing I did find is that if you remove the intercooler bracket and rubber gasket from the left hand supercharger horn you are then able to remove the intake manifold completely.

Your a legend. I have a r53 with a lot of problems which I now feel with your videos I can sort out and I’m a brick layer not really my game. Please keep up the good work. Thank you.

You are VERY professional! Seriously I like your style. Clear, concise, and informative!

I was going to replace my leaking engine mount, chain tensioner and coil pack. Now it looks like a good time to do it all at once and put a fast cam in. Thanks for the advice!

Great video as normal, very informative. As an current owner of 03 mini. Thank you.

great video probably the best. I used your guide to replace my head. can get this done now in about 4 hours total. the hardest part for me is to get the exhaust manifold bolts aligned with the gasket. Great video.

Excellent details as always Mod Mini. So cool to see how you get things done. Can't wait for part 2.

Looking at getting an R52 MINI in a month or so. Great deal, just needs a new head gasket. Thanks so much for the video!

Watched a few of your videos now, your knowledge of mini's is amazing, just bought a r53 would love to do some work but it's having the various tools you have. Great watching. 👍

@ModMINI Thankyou so much for your videos!! My first cylinder head job ever and thanks to you I was able to get it off all on my own and not having to pay anyone! Now at the machine shop to get valve job. Thankyou so much!! Will be ordering a hoodie to support the channel!