106 SWAP : J'EN PEUX PLUS !!

Anthony Perrier

28 Jan 202440:03

Summary

TLDRThe video follows Anthony, a car enthusiast, as he works on restoring and modifying a Peugeot 106 given to him by Sylvain of Vulcan. He installs new seats, a steering wheel, oil gauges, and more while detailing the challenges of being a full-time YouTuber. Anthony expresses excitement about finishing this long project but also stress to meet deadlines and satisfy viewers. Despite setbacks getting the car running, he remains determined to complete the build and take viewers for a test drive in the next video.

Takeaways

🛠️ Anthony works on restoring and modifying a Peugeot 106 for his YouTube channel, dealing with various mechanical issues
🚗 The Peugeot 106 is an old car with only 96,000 km on it that Anthony is turning into a track car
🔧 Anthony installs new bucket seats, a steering wheel, and harnesses to modify the interior for track use
📈 Reaching 206,000 subscribers on YouTube is a big milestone for Anthony that he celebrates by organizing a contest
⏰ Making weekly YouTube videos while managing multiple project cars is challenging and requires long hours of work
🤯 Diagnosing and fixing issues with the fuel pump has been frustrating and perplexing for Anthony
📊 Anthony installs electronic gauges to monitor engine oil pressure, temperature and water temperature
🔊 The exhaust headers are causing the engine to run too advanced, likely due to cam timing issues
⚙️ Mapping the ECU properly is critical before Anthony can get the 106 running well
👍 Anthony is looking forward to finally completing work on the 106 after 2 years of effort

Q & A

What car is Anthony working on in the video?
-Anthony is working on a Peugeot 106 that belongs to his friend Sylvain from the Vulcan tuning shop.
What is the goal with the Peugeot 106 project?
-The goal is to turn the Peugeot 106 into a track car that Anthony and Sylvain can share with their YouTube subscribers and fans.
What issues does Anthony run into while working on the car?
-Some of the issues Anthony encounters include problems with the brake calipers gripping, fuel pump not working properly, overheating issues, and tuning/mapping challenges.
What modifications does Anthony make to the interior?
-Anthony installs racing seats, harnesses, and additional gauges (oil pressure, oil temp, water temp) inside the cabin.
How does Anthony fund his YouTube channel and builds?
-Anthony relies on YouTube ad revenue and sponsorships to fund his channel and builds. He reinvests around 80% of his income back into the channel.
Why is Anthony stressed about finishing the 106 project?
-He wants to finish the 2-year long project and meet expectations. He also needs to free up time to work on his next big build that he already started purchasing parts for.
What is the video concours that Anthony mentions?
-It's a contest where fans can win a chance to ride along on a track day in the finished 106 car.
How many hours does Anthony estimate he works per week?
-Anthony estimates he works around 50-60 hours per week between wrenching in the shop and editing videos.
What is Anthony's next project car?
-Anthony doesn't specifically name the next project car in this video.
What causes some of the engine issues?
-It seems the Peugeot 206 ECU tune is not properly matched to the Peugeot TU5 JP4 engine, causing timing and overheating problems.