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Replacing the Headlight on an Aston Martin V8 Vantage
Replacing the headlights in an Aston Martin V8 Vantage isn't too difficult, but there are some very important things to know before getting started.
I did this job as part of importing my car into Japan, so the first half of the video is some back story as well as info about headlights, and the second half is how to do the job itself.
Check out www.redpants.lol or www.redpants.jp for more Aston Martin parts and information!
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Getting my Aston Martin V8 Vantage from the US to JAPAN | Part 1 (Export)
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It's finally finally FINALLY happening! I'm shipping my car from the US to Japan! In this video I go over prepping the car for shipment. I'll have a follow-up video once my car arrives in Japan. Hopefully I'll be able to document the process of exporting a car from the US and importing a car into Japan. A big special "thank you" to British Italian German Motors in Boise, Idaho, for taking care ...
Osaka Auto Fashion Festival 2023 Weekend Trip! | Redpants Unzipped
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A fun little weekend getaway to blow off some steam and relax in the final lead-up to our wedding last month! We had a quick day running through Dotonbori, having lunch at Kani Doraku, and visiting the Osaka Nakanoshima Museum of Art. The next day was the Auto Fashion Festival in Osaka, which we were invited to by ACR Performance!
TOKYO AUTO SALON 2023!! | Redpants Unzipped
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A tour of Tokyo Auto Salon 2023! A few notes about how to get there if you want to visit it yourself, and checking out the cars and booths. Special thanks to @tomgarage2122 for letting us chat with him about this car! www.Redpants.lol
Fixing the Headliner in an Aston Martin V8 Vantage
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Okay, so I shot this entire video with my cell phone - apologies in advance for the janky audio. But, this is how you fix the headliner in an Aston Martin when it comes falling down on your head. Headliner DIY Guide: www.redpants.lol/diy-headliner Gauge Cluster Hood DIY Guide: www.redpants.lol/diy-gauge-cluster Check out redpants.lol and shop.redpants.lol for more Aston Martin parts and informa...
Modifying the Throttle Body of my Aston Martin V8 Vantage!
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Another part of the massive overhaul I'm doing to my 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is the intake system, and in this video I'll be discussing the throttle body. This is something of a blend of topics - I show how to open it up, talk about throttle response, intake systems, and what I did for the modifications. DISCLAIMER As always, follow all safety protocols. Don't undertake this task if you ar...
Overhauling the Suspension of my Aston Martin V8 Vantage!
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I've finally gotten around to changing out my coilovers, which is something I've wanted to do for way too long. My car had H&R springs on it when I bought it a decade ago and, while they're not a bad product, the ride height was just a little too low and proved to be an issue on more than a few occasions. I got a set of the BC Racing coilovers that I helped to design and opted for the upgraded ...
Reliability Report! All the reliability issues I've had with my 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
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I've got a ton of projects underway on my 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage right now, and one of the areas I'm focusing on is replacing some age-related items given how old my car is and that it has nearly 100,000 miles on it. I also realized this was the perfect opportunity to discuss reliability, at least as it's been for this specific car. I've got things loosely grouped together, and here are t...
Aston Martin Waterfall/Ski Slope Panels: Construction, options, and ECPS's carbon fiber version!
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A popular topic within Aston Martin owner groups, the interior panel at the top center of the dash board (commonly called the waterfall or ski slope panel) is an interesting thing. After chatting about the topic, Michał and I decided to make a video about it. We have two different videos: this one which goes into lots of general information, and ECPS's version which goes more in-depth about the...
Aston Martin Headlights: Lenses, Condensation, and Construction!
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One of the videos I filmed while visiting ECPS in Poland was about headlights. Specifically, we wanted to show what they look like disassembled to give Aston Martin owners a better idea of what was going on with them. It's valuable information that can come in handy when repairing or modifying a headlight. I did run in a different direction with the video, though - after not having anything to ...
Behind the Scenes at ECPS - How CARBON FIBER Products Are Made!!
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I recently visited ECPS in Poland and we took the opportunity to film several videos about their company and products. This one shows behind the scenes of how they make carbon fiber parts and just how difficult it is to do it well. ECPS's UA-cam channel: ua-cam.com/users/ECPSGroup Tour of ECPS: ua-cam.com/video/1b7dZG9ljQE/v-deo.html Check out www.Redpants.lol for Aston Martin parts and informa...
Repairing the Tail Lights of an Aston Martin
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An unfortunately common issue for Gaydon era Aston Martins is that they can get condensation in their tail lights, which subsequently damages the control boards for the LEDs, when then leaves them inoperable. One way to mitigate this is to drill vent holes in them. This video shows how to do it. DISCLAIMER As always, follow all safety protocols. Don't undertake this task if you aren't comfortab...
Fixing the Fuel System in my Aston Martin V8 Vantage
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I've had a startup issue for a long time now and I've done a ton of stuff to get it sorted - I've replaced my spark plugs, coil packs, battery, and even the starter - but none of that was actually the root cause of the problem. Turns out, I had massive fuel pressure bleed-off when pressure should be held steady. In this video I show the part that failed and how I replaced it. I haven't yet had ...
New BC FORGED Wheels for my Aston Martin!
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I've been wanting to change the look of my car for a while now and I've finally made the first step in that direction: A new set of wheels! My new wheels are the BC Forged KL11 in my 19" Widepants fitment with the Brushed Dark Black finish. They're the same widths, diameters, and offsets as my current BC Forged RZ05 wheels, but with a slightly different style and a different finish. I am NOT sp...
Aston Martin Headlights, Tail Lights, and Exterior Lighting
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Okay, I'll apologize for the sarcastic thumbnail up front lol. But while this may not be a riveting topic, it's an important one for Aston Martin owners and anyone in the market for one. 0:00 Intro 1:05 Interchangeability 2:12 Headlights 8:30 Headlight issues 11:48 Corner Markers and Side Repeaters 15:42 Tail Lights 20:07 Outro I use my 2007 V8 Vantage as a reference point for most of what I ta...
4000+ Mile Road Trip Across the USA in a 90,000-mile Supercharged V8 Vantage!!
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4000 Mile Road Trip Across the USA in a 90,000-mile Supercharged V8 Vantage!!
Replacing the Radiator in an Aston Martin V8 Vantage
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Replacing the Radiator in an Aston Martin V8 Vantage
Redpants Unzipped | Day Trip to Kamakura, Japan
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Redpants Unzipped | Day Trip to Kamakura, Japan
TWO Supercharged V8 Vantages on the DYNO! But...
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TWO Supercharged V8 Vantages on the DYNO! But...
Replacing the Starter in my Aston Martin V8 Vantage
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Replacing the Starter in my Aston Martin V8 Vantage
Fixed my boost leak, plus dropping in at Potomac Cars & Coffee!
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Fixed my boost leak, plus dropping in at Potomac Cars & Coffee!
I'm Leaving Florida for a New Adventure!!
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I'm Leaving Florida for a New Adventure!!
Aston Martin Slam Panels: What They Are, What They Do, and How to Replace Them
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Aston Martin Slam Panels: What They Are, What They Do, and How to Replace Them
Fixing the Jiggly Steering Wheel in My Aston Martin V8 Vantage
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Fixing the Jiggly Steering Wheel in My Aston Martin V8 Vantage
Fixing the Window on My Aston Martin V8 Vantage
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Fixing the Window on My Aston Martin V8 Vantage
Aston Martin V8 Vantage TRANSMISSIONS!! | Part 2: Why gear oil, clutch, and flywheel options matter!
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Aston Martin V8 Vantage TRANSMISSIONS!! | Part 2: Why gear oil, clutch, and flywheel options matter!
Aston Martin V8 Vantage TRANSMISSIONS!! | Part 1: Transmission Options and Operation
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Aston Martin V8 Vantage TRANSMISSIONS!! | Part 1: Transmission Options and Operation
FINALLY! A Stylish Replacement for Aston Martin's VOLVO Key Fob! (And how to swap into it!)
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FINALLY! A Stylish Replacement for Aston Martin's VOLVO Key Fob! (And how to swap into it!)
Replacing the Windshield Wiper Blades on an Aston Martin
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Replacing the Windshield Wiper Blades on an Aston Martin
EVERYTHING You Need to Do to Maintain an Aston Martin V8 Vantage
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EVERYTHING You Need to Do to Maintain an Aston Martin V8 Vantage

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  • @oliverparker4260
    @oliverparker4260 3 дні тому

    It worked, thanks so much!! Probably saved me hours or great expense trying to figure it out 😊

  • @jester-lester
    @jester-lester 5 днів тому

    If i replace the main & dipped bulbs for LED types ...the ones with a little cooling fan on the back of the bulbs - do you think those fans will help circulate the air and help prevent condensation?

  • @CranfordPark
    @CranfordPark 9 днів тому

    Just discovered your channel and watched this and I’m completely hooked on so many levels. Also I’m impressed at your Vantage’s ability to absorb that huge pile of stuff!

  • @tamslean
    @tamslean 16 днів тому

    Cannot believe you got the boobs mileage and no one even noticed

  • @gtluxgallery5216
    @gtluxgallery5216 17 днів тому

    This keyfob DOES NOT WORK for the Volvo V50/S40 etc replacement. My DB9 came with no keys so I bought a Volvo V50 one and programmed it. Tried swapping the board into this spin state key and it had to be dremeled just to get it to kind of work. Also this is a $100 key fob so I thought it'd feel nicer than a $12 ebay Chinese key.

    • @Redpantslol
      @Redpantslol 17 днів тому

      This key fob is to replace the shell of Aston Martin's key fob. If you used a Dremel to modify the fob to work with the internals from a different manufacturer, then it would fit or feel right.

  • @mortenberg2897
    @mortenberg2897 20 днів тому

    Your videos are so helpfull - thank you 🙂

  • @MarcosRodriguez-sd5dw
    @MarcosRodriguez-sd5dw 20 днів тому

    What scan tool is required? Is there an aftermarket version that reads codes and live data?

    • @MarcosRodriguez-sd5dw
      @MarcosRodriguez-sd5dw 20 днів тому

      For convertible top

    • @Redpantslol
      @Redpantslol 17 днів тому

      For data from the convertible roof module, you would need an AMDS, which is extremely rare to find outside of an official Aston Martin dealership.

  • @davidlane8811
    @davidlane8811 21 день тому

    Omg, I think I’m going to do this

  • @-BuddyGuy
    @-BuddyGuy 23 дні тому

    I'd call this less of a report and more of a ramble

    • @Redpantslol
      @Redpantslol 23 дні тому

      You haven't seen me ramble 🤣

  • @zeomarmob
    @zeomarmob 27 днів тому

    Would like to see a scenic drive footage of your car that looks like the thumbnail picture you have.

  • @arnoharno8815
    @arnoharno8815 29 днів тому

    Saya dari indonesia tolong tutorial cara buka hider aston vantage

  • @user-yo3kf9fl5d
    @user-yo3kf9fl5d Місяць тому

    Bought my 2012 from a Ferrari dealership in Boston about a month ago. Drove it home to Tennessee. During that drive the sensor for the passengers seat, and the ability to move that seat failed. They offered to fix it, was a simple fix, only a $100. Today the gas gauge only went to a half tank when I filled it, am I sorry I bought it after months and months of searching? Not for 1 second. (It has only 10k miles on it)

    • @Redpantslol
      @Redpantslol Місяць тому

      First thing to check is the fuel sender unit. Easy fix: www.redpants.lol/article-that-time-my-fuel-gauge-went-binary

  • @lorianofontanelli278
    @lorianofontanelli278 Місяць тому

    dove posso comprare due fari nuovi Aston Martin Vantage V8 anno 2006

  • @EVPT
    @EVPT Місяць тому

    Question please: does the ignition need to be on or off while removing or adding fuse 82/83 ? Thank you

    • @Redpantslol
      @Redpantslol Місяць тому

      Yes, the car needs to be completely off.

  • @thorasguardselectrician2013
    @thorasguardselectrician2013 Місяць тому

    LOVED this video 🔥🔥 thx for the channel!

  • @lotusesprit5911
    @lotusesprit5911 Місяць тому

    Hi I just bought a 2008 vantage. Thank for all the infos I don t know what happen but my reverse gear flashes red and it’s very slow. Any ideas what do or check.

  • @PatKaz98
    @PatKaz98 Місяць тому

    Hi when is the oil change kit going to be in stock for the 4.3’s? Thanks

    • @Redpantslol
      @Redpantslol Місяць тому

      They're usually back in stock within a week or so if they sell out.

  • @luftlinie811
    @luftlinie811 Місяць тому

    I learned a lot about a car I’ll never be able to afford

  • @jamesdowning7846
    @jamesdowning7846 Місяць тому

    How does one remove the leather wrapped sides that frame this center waterfall piece? My leather has bubbled / dry rotted at the top and this needs reupholstering

  • @GOLDCOASTWRAPKINGS
    @GOLDCOASTWRAPKINGS 2 місяці тому

    Best AM buyers guide!! Thank you

  • @mortenberg2897
    @mortenberg2897 2 місяці тому

    I just bought a 2006 Vantage V8 manual. This video is so usefull 👍

  • @hedleyfurio
    @hedleyfurio 2 місяці тому

    If anyone knows how to replace passenger door window glass , please let me know. I sourced from a UK company direct but cant figure out how to fit on my V8 Vantage 2007 model

  • @chrisokelly9567
    @chrisokelly9567 2 місяці тому

    just did the repair. many thanks for your DIY AM vids and docs!

  • @DomGrady97
    @DomGrady97 2 місяці тому

    Am I the only one that caught him talking about running over children? Lmfaoo great video, trying to find my new Aston so this was great

  • @coyletom04
    @coyletom04 2 місяці тому

    Thanks for a great video --!

  • @patrickjohnnybobbin7323
    @patrickjohnnybobbin7323 2 місяці тому

    Thanks it certainly is overwhelming

  • @robertwood8557
    @robertwood8557 2 місяці тому

    Thank you!!

  • @AlexanderJScheu
    @AlexanderJScheu 2 місяці тому

    All Auto/Car - Engineers, Designer, Technic's - have to have *Repair and *Maintain - #Own Products.. especially MfR's.. Aston Martin and Bentley-Continental..= a 'Torture.. also incl. Labour- Cost's.. - I think on easy Repair+Maintain.. my 1966.. 'Mustang, Decades ago.... Thank's for Attention, from Germany.

  • @jamesmitchell107
    @jamesmitchell107 2 місяці тому

    Thank you so much. Worked like a dream on my vantage. Really appreciate.

  • @DrivenGarage
    @DrivenGarage 3 місяці тому

    Thanks for this !!

  • @hedleyfurio
    @hedleyfurio 3 місяці тому

    Thanks for this , my indicator lights flash really fast so I needed to get the unit out 👌. Last week I closed the passenger door and the glass shattered , so got a quote from South African distributor - just for the glass is US$ 2,200 , so Im in remission for a few weeks as I hate getting fleeced.

  • @markweiss7578
    @markweiss7578 3 місяці тому

    Great video! I've been waiting 5 months for AML to deliver a left side (US) headlight for my 2011 V8 Vantage. All they can say is "backordered, backordered, backordered." Any ideas anyone? I there anyone in the U.S. who rebuilds them (moisture leaked in and killed the control board)?

    • @luctalibart916
      @luctalibart916 2 місяці тому

      Hi, Got the same issue in France. I just ordered a left LHD HID headlight for my Vantage. I think it will be difficult to get one... dealers in the UK are not able to have one ! I would like change my V8 by a V12 but I think this is the end of the story between Aston Martin and me as they are really bad to supply spare parts.

  • @abitofmymind
    @abitofmymind 3 місяці тому

    Any updates on the gmr supercharger?. It's gone quiet

    • @MediocreHero66
      @MediocreHero66 16 годин тому

      because it doesn't work, poor development/ laziness on mapping, data logging/ testing is non-existent, still at the 'chucking money into the furnace stage' as Mr 'I am an aerospace engineer' doesn't like to listen to people with the actual knowledge who could make it work.

  • @mansfield1971
    @mansfield1971 3 місяці тому

    Great to see another of your videos, its been a while. Hope all is good with your life in Japan.

  • @aston-martin-internationalist
    @aston-martin-internationalist 3 місяці тому

    Have AM gone NLA on the other headlight?

  • @greathey1234
    @greathey1234 3 місяці тому

    I thought the front bumper has to come off. Thanks for the very informative video

  • @crand20033
    @crand20033 3 місяці тому

    No rich cat is going to do this himself.

    • @TunerFocus1987
      @TunerFocus1987 Місяць тому

      Obviously but it's nice to have a good video for people who buy these used & don't want to pay a dealer $1,600 for said oil change when you can do it yourself for under $200

  • @Cryptoalexxxxx
    @Cryptoalexxxxx 3 місяці тому

    Looking to get a vantage later this year, I will defo be getting paint protection

  • @danarami6378
    @danarami6378 4 місяці тому

    Please don’t mind my questions, is it reliable car? I know Taft many of the v12 get misfire I have no idea why but many I’ve seen almost all have that issues Thank you

  • @NotreallyDr1ft
    @NotreallyDr1ft 4 місяці тому

    Hahahaha. 80085 miles. Nice lol👍🏽👍🏽😆😆

  • @thelasercenterofmarin2514
    @thelasercenterofmarin2514 4 місяці тому

    In the market and see a 2009 vantage manual with only 10k miles on it. Walk away because garage rot?

    • @Redpantslol
      @Redpantslol 4 місяці тому

      I actually have a video in the works right now (um, a few videos) about how many problems my car developed while in storage/transport. Personally, I'm not a fan of garage queens and older cars with low miles is a huge red flag for me, particularly with a V8 Vantage.

  • @user-wd7mm3ny9w
    @user-wd7mm3ny9w 4 місяці тому

    Where would we be without you Sir.

  • @danarami6378
    @danarami6378 4 місяці тому

    Thanks for giving us heads up, I have a 2004 S class and don’t have issues with Headliner - door module - Fuel gauge - starter - loose battery cable - Shifter cable - fuel cover alignment - windshield washer reservoir - Interiors door panel… My friend you’re tormented, I feel your pain All you needed to do was to make a very short clip telling public I never had any issues with these few items Lol, sorry I’m not laughing but rather crying

  • @monster2783
    @monster2783 5 місяців тому

    Sheesh looks expensive ill stay with my jag 5.0

  • @SpawnyWhippet
    @SpawnyWhippet 5 місяців тому

    Don't suppose you have the old one for sale?

  • @tonibarbapapa7187
    @tonibarbapapa7187 5 місяців тому

    Complimenti grazie mille

  • @erepsekahs
    @erepsekahs 5 місяців тому

    Awwwwwwwwwwwww You Silly-Billy. The original Aston Martin/Volvo key looks much nicer. I have a couple of Astons, and the originals are better. So what if the Volvo trunk release button is uglier and looks like a Ford? How on earth can you sell out Aston Martin for a Ford trunk button? What I do not understand is, what's in it for you? You must be desperate for money.

  • @jamespink4202
    @jamespink4202 5 місяців тому

    I've had a 2006 V8 for many years and the lights have been a pain. Even when they are not misted up, the lights are poor (especially lighting the NS kerb in the rain with oncoming traffic at night). That said, the rears are far worse, seeking every opportunity to mist up. I've drilled holes, blown out with warm dry air, resealed and still they manage to mist up... Fabulous car, shoddy light designs.

  • @RellPurnellakaCarshowRell
    @RellPurnellakaCarshowRell 5 місяців тому

    New subscriber here. Probably seen you around when you where in Northern VA. Great content btw.

  • @dazhart3173
    @dazhart3173 6 місяців тому

    Use a factory ball joint splitter there’re much better and so much more professional