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Grace Engine Developments
United Kingdom
Приєднався 4 кві 2021
Race, Classic and Performance Engine builder and machinist.
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2025, The Rover V8 is back for upgrades. Lots of noise and the current power figures
Hi, and happy new year, The rover v8 we did a video on a couple of years ago is back in for some camshaft mods and more compression, I’ll link the original video and my friend Alastair’s channel for lots of incar footage.
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PORSCHE & LANCIA INTEGRALE VALVE GUIDE WORK, & A WALK AROUND A FORD CAPRI V6 ENGINE
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Hi and welcome to our next video and the last of 2024, thanks for all the support this week all the likes the subs we really do appreciate it.. in this video i repair some worn out guides on a Porsche 924 and a Lancia delta integrale cylinder head and show you around a Ford Capri 2.8 V6 Sam has recently finished. Thanks for viewing, hope you enjoy, please give it a like and subscribe. See you i...
Lightening a formula ford xflow flywheel, and removing and fitting new pistons to rover v8 rods.
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Hi, and sorry for the the delay in adding a new video, in this video i remove old rover v8 pistons and fit new using my Sunnen pin press and con rod heater, Then lighten, reface, replace the ring gear and balance a Formula Ford Xflow flywheel. Hope you enjoy. Please Subscribe to my channel James. #engine #racecar #machining #roverv8 #formulaford #flywheel #sunnen #pistons
Harley Magnum engine casing machined for a rare conversion. Knife edging a Jaguar crankshaft.
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Hi and welcome back to the channel, We was asked to machine some Harley Davidson engine casings and we asked the customer to explain what it is and this is what he replied, its for a Harley Magnum engine. It’s a Harley hot rod engine as one of the first mixtures, ohv top on a side valve lower, 900cc iron head ohv top end and rotating gear into a Harley 45 WLA bottom, frame and running gear. Als...
Land Rover Series One 1600cc Engine Repair
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Welcome back to the channel. The racing season for us is now over, so we are back to filming engine reconditioning videos. In this one I repair a Land Rover 1600 series one engine. I re ground the customers spare crank, checked the liner that he had fitted elsewhere. Gapped the new piston rings, reconditioned the valves and ground the valve seats. Thanks for watching. James. Ps. Please like and...
Brands Hatch 2nd/3rd November 2024 | Barc | last meeting of the Pickup Trucks for 2024
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#pickuptruckracing #brandshatch #engine #enginebuilder #barc #motorracing It’s the last race of the season for the Pickup Trucks. Things didn’t go too well as usual, but we had a great time and I can’t thank my friends and son Sam enough for all of their help they gave me for getting me out on the track. Thank you for watching. James.
How I replaced valve guides on a pair of Lancia 8.32 / Ferrari cylinder heads
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Hello. Welcome back to my channel, I hope you are enjoying the videos. In this video I am working on a pair of Lancia / Ferrari cylinder heads which have come in for replacement valve guides. In order to complete the job, I fabricated a special tool which allowed me to remove and refit the valve guides. Thanks for watching James. #engine #ferrari #lancia #valveguides #enginereconditioning #lath...
Rover V8 Valve Seat re-cut | Warped Pinto Cylinder Head SR20 DET
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Hi and welcome back to my channel. In this video we have a pair of Rover / TVR V8 cylinder heads with distorted seats. A warped Pinto cylinder head in for repairs and we finish with a SR20 DET Nissan bottom end. Thanks for watching, please leave a comment, hit the thumbs up button and don’t forget to Subscribe. Thank you. James. #engine #automobile #cylinderhead #sr20det #enginereconditioning #...
Cosworth cylinder head skim, W11 mini for @hyphensclassics , 2.0 XE engine, VXR balance.
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Welcome back to my channel, this video includes lots of bits we’ve done recently, including @hyphensclassics W11 mini engine, check out his channel for more updates, a Cosworth cylinder head which we modified slightly and refaced, We built a mega 2.0l Vauxhall XE for our mate House, VXR crankshaft assembly balance for another race engine builder and finally a stunning Toyota b diesel engine for...
Racing the pickup at Knockhill circuit Scotland | We nearly never made it there
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Hello. This video is the build up and racing at Knockhill circuit in Scotland.Its a track which i have never raced at before, so i was keen to go there and experience it. Hope you enjoy. Please leave a comment, like and subscribe. Thank you James. #engine #knockhill #enginerepair #racecar
Upto our necks in MGB Engines | A busy week at Grace Engine Developments
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In this weeks video my previous employer Oselli Engineering asked us for help with some MGB bottom ends. They came in for various machine work including line honing, reboring, cam bearing replacements etc. It was was really nice to be asked to do this work, as I have a lot of fond memories working at Oselli and respect for the boss David. Hope you enjoy James and Sam #engine #motorsport #careng...
The stress before and during racing at Snetterton | Fixing our lorry and engine
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Hello and welcome back to my channel. This video shows how it was down to the wire when we went racing at Snetterton. We are so busy with work that it is proving difficult to complete any repairs and get the car and lorry ready for when we want to go racing, the stress can be a bit much sometimes. Anyway that is all a bit depressing, we did make it to Snetterton. Watch to find out how it went. ...
We went to the 2024 Automechanika Exhibition in Frankfurt.
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We went to the 2024 Automechanika Exhibition in Frankfurt.
Machining for more power on a Formula Ford X/Flow | VW air cooled crank shaft balancing
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Machining for more power on a Formula Ford X/Flow | VW air cooled crank shaft balancing
Converting a 2 LTR Pinto engine from a short oval F2 spec to a Mk2 Escort Rally car spec
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Converting a 2 LTR Pinto engine from a short oval F2 spec to a Mk2 Escort Rally car spec
NISSAN SR20 DET | Bad Maching put right on this SR20 DET Bottom End | TRW 12 Crank repairs
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NISSAN SR20 DET | Bad Maching put right on this SR20 DET Bottom End | TRW 12 Crank repairs
MK 1 ESCORT LOTUS TWIN CAM PISTON MODIFICATION & HONING TO SIZE
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MK 1 ESCORT LOTUS TWIN CAM PISTON MODIFICATION & HONING TO SIZE
What happened when we went racing at Donington Park Circuit August 2024 | Workshop footage
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What happened when we went racing at Donington Park Circuit August 2024 | Workshop footage
How I modified & repaired an oversized spark plug thread from a 1938 Sunbeam Lion vintage motorcycle
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How I modified & repaired an oversized spark plug thread from a 1938 Sunbeam Lion vintage motorcycle
Testing 36 Jaguar Injectors for @tomlenthallsworkshop | I made a gift for Nevlock
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Testing 36 Jaguar Injectors for @tomlenthallsworkshop | I made a gift for Nevlock
The Morris Minor is back for a Head Gasket replacement
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The Morris Minor is back for a Head Gasket replacement
A day at the Goodwood Festival of Speed | @MatArmstrongbmx was there, what a legend
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A day at the Goodwood Festival of Speed | @MatArmstrongbmx was there, what a legend
Pickup Truck Racing at Thruxton 2024 inc incar footage.. We have a Winner and Fastest Laps
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Pickup Truck Racing at Thruxton 2024 inc incar footage.. We have a Winner and Fastest Laps
Brisca F1 Stock Car Experience Day with Frankie Wainman Jnr at Skegness Raceway
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Brisca F1 Stock Car Experience Day with Frankie Wainman Jnr at Skegness Raceway
How long does it take to grind a small block Chevy crank?
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How long does it take to grind a small block Chevy crank?
Fiesta ST 2.0 Duratec engine for full Rebuild and modifications
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Fiesta ST 2.0 Duratec engine for full Rebuild and modifications
Full Engine Machining on a B series MGB GT. Car Running footage also.
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Full Engine Machining on a B series MGB GT. Car Running footage also.
Ford Sierra Cosworth project for the guys @berkshirebodyshop6031
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Ford Sierra Cosworth project for the guys @berkshirebodyshop6031
BMW 116 RACECAR AT THE ROLLING ROAD | LOOKING FOR MORE POWER
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BMW 116 RACECAR AT THE ROLLING ROAD | LOOKING FOR MORE POWER
Wonder if the 100h overhaul interval is a bit on the safe side? I guess it depends if it has seen 100 hrs of qualifying laps or 100 hrs of gentleman driver practicing ;)
The engine did well, it managed to win the British endurance outright and class. Then got sold and did another season, I believe the engine is currently being rebuilt after 2 hard years.
That superfinish is really nice, maybe show it once on a video...
Sam has been filming some today.
Happy new year and the very best for your channel, if you want I can make some references in my video's to yours if that is ok ?
That would be awesome Steve if you could.
Had a collection of manuals for the mnor.i still got original one these cars need lot of routine maintanance.
You can't beat an old school manual
Thanks for posting have 4 ltr rover in my ford prefect 1950
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I served my apprenticeship at Brighouse Cars in 1990 (which changed to West Yorkshire MG Centre) and I was trained as a classic car technician but my primary role was engine machinist and builder. I reconditioned and modified hundreds and hundreds of MG engines, including A & B Series and Triumph 1500’s. I loved my job and enjoyed creating fast road engines. The A & B series were a joy to work on, so simple to build and tune and with the right exhaust they sound great. Sadly the company I worked for closed down over 25 years ago and is no more, but I often wonder if there are still any of my engines driving round today.
@@TheKarateking1 that's awesome, I bet they are still about. Do you still build engines?
@ Hi, thanks for your comments. I still build engines but only for myself and friends. I really enjoyed your video, it brought back many memories.
Great work as always...a true craftsman
Thanks Steve, I appreciate that
Super finisher works well James! Happy New year.
Yes mate, happy new year to you too
All the best for 2025, hope you get some good engine work for us all to see which I am sure you will with all your expertise.
Thanks Philip all the best for you too..
22:00 i remember you need to use criss cross pattern for the crankshaft . Why going in series? Great job in general with a lot of detailing
No reason for going in series, I torqued it like that when I measured the main line, I also didn't realise there was a sequence until a subscriber sent me an original manual for it..
MGB - great video, thank you!
Thank you
Watched it through and learnt a great deal .Really enjoyed it
Thanks Chris
Question about piston ring installation: do you lubricate the rings and the ring lands before installing them on the pistons? How about the piston skirts, or is the only lubrication the lube you apply to the tops of the bores? Thank you!
Hi. I use as little as possible, I use totalseal assembly lubricant around the top of the bore just to help the skirt and rings install
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Thanks Andy
Happy new year
Happy new year Paul
Happy new year James and team hope channel grows this year. whats a rough turnaround time on your engines? you seem to have a lot on the go.
Happy new year to you too Mike, it depends on the spec really, around 6 to 8 weeks
Happy new year James and Sam keep up the good work, workshop looking great. Remember seeing TR at Prescott sounded fantastic love those rover v8s had one in a spencer king special edition range rover company car many years ago glad I was not paying for fuel
Happy new year Dave, yeah they sound awesome, even better as a company car
Happy New Year mate. What figures was this showing on dyno, can't see on my phone? Sounds great at full chat
Happy new year David, I've left the figures up on the video mate it was 346.
G'day boss Looks like you have interesting 2025 a head off you with many different engine builds . After 2 1/2 years of frustration and incompetence ,the last rebuild lasted 50 km . and 4 engine builders and machinest later I have found the right company. I watch Shrigley Tube which is all about Hillman Imp motors is there a dedicated channel on performance V8 Rover motors. Looking forward to your videos for 2025 ! Kit from down under
Hi Kit happy new year.. yep we've got a bit on.. what was your issue? I'm pleased you've found someone to sort it for you. I've not seen shrigley tube, I'll have a look . Not sure about rv8 channel. I've got 4 here at the moment so it might be my channel by the end of it.. 😂😂😂
Excited to see what it does with that new TWS Motors designed cam!
I'm sure it will be good Clint, I've got another one here of yours too, and another customer is going to be getting in touch about his race engine for a cam 👍
Happy new year James /Sam good to catch up today real good guys and not a bad cup of tea
Great to see you too Sean, I'll let Sam know about the tea
Oh my word that sound of V8. Superb. ❤❤❤❤
It does sound mega.
Happy new year James!
Happy new year
Happy new year to yous guys, fantastic work you do there, hope you have a good year
Happy new year Paul, thank you.
Put yer headphones on lads n lasses the sound of the car is just brilliant 👍
Thank you
Happy New Year mate
Thank you. Happy new year
Happy New Year, James. Thanks for the video update. Looking forward to seeing what comes up in 2025. Cheers, Peter.
Thanks Peter, hopefully all good things for us all
Happy New Year James. 👍 cheers ☕️.
Happy new year Ed, hope you're ok
Excellent video, here's to a good 2025 in all your endevours😎
Thanks Kevin, hopefully good for all of us
Happy New Year James.
Happy new year mate, hope you and Gail are ok. Are you still pick up official?
All good thanks. Not with the Pickups now, I will be at BARC events.
@holbonphotography1540 gutted mate. Still come down and see us. I also need some pics printing for my wall.
Happy New Year mate hope your well. Can't beat that sound. Except maybe a Volvo 5pot at full chat 😂
Happy new year mate. 5 pot Volvo's do sound good
Happy new year 👍
Thank you, you too
Fix the lighting please ,please ,,please 😢😢🎉🎉❤ Lovely pinto re - build memories lovely Clinical hospital like workspace,
Thanks Noel, and yes we've added more lights so should be better now
So much goes into a rebuild, fascinating to watch
Thank you
Obviously the customer has supplied some fancy parts but how much would a rebuild like this cost?
It really all depends on what we do, anywhere from £2000 upwards
It's funny where life takes us. There was a time l couldn't have imagined spending New Years eve watching engine machining videos, but here l am. Happy New Year! All the best for 2025.
😂😂 at least your head won't hurt today.. happy new year
As an interested by stander it's fascinating to watch how you deal with these jobs/issues. I noticed you just picked the Lancia head up and flipped it round (obviously aluminium) I know I wouldn't be doing that with my Richard Longman cylinder head for my MGC!!!! 😂 Happy New Year and looking forward to more videos next year.
Thanks David, definitely won't try it with a mgc head lol.. I'm just building an mgc engine. Have a great new year
@ It would be interesting to know how that goes, unfortunately I don’t think I’ll be able to fit my R Longman head as I believe the combustion chamber is only 42cc against a standard one of 51-52cc which I think would give a far to high CR as the rest of the engine is standard. Would probably have to pocket the block for starters.☹️
10cc is a lot of difference
Bang on mate 👍🏻 I’m guessing the tungsten embedded is off a tig tip? Happy new year too - look forward to seeing you in 25 😁👍🏻
Yes mate, happy new year to you guys too. I'm here doing Johnos now
@ nice! Thanks buddy ❤️
@benfrancis4628 no worries
Labour of love😍
Thanks Kevin, have a good new year
Seeing as you can get new valves for about £12 each I think I might have just bought four new ones rather than had one machined to match the others.
Would have been easier, I just got asked to match
Great attention to detail again, all the best for 2015👍
Thank you, same to you.
Looks like you have plenty on for the year ! I hope that was not junk food in the lunch box ? Happy new year to you and the family Kit from down under
Thanks Kit, yes there's plenty on, no it was a jacket potato, however Xmas hasn't been healthy, reset myself now though. Happy new year mate.
Thanks James. Lots of interesting content there. Wishing you and yours a happy and healthy 2025. Cheers, Peter.
Thanks Peter. We hope you and your family have a great 2025 too.
Your professionalism shows through in all your videos. Thanks for sharing. 👍
Thank you, have a great new year
Good stuff! Happy New year to you, Sam and family😊
Thanks mate, same to you
Hi James. Happy new year to you and the family mate. Great work as always and yes Sam it’s the little finishing touches that make the difference 👌👍 keep up the good work
Thanks mate, you too. Yes Sam did a good job on the v6
great quality work as usual James
Thanks Mike, have a great new year
@@graceenginedevelopments and you james
Thanks
Going the extra mile as usual - great stuff - looking forward to another great year of HQ workmanship. Cheers!
Thank you, I've got some full engine videos to finish and put up
Enjoyed that, amazing the skills used to keep things going.
Thanks George
Really good watch this! 🤙🏼
Thanks Henry