75 Years of Cam Grinding History!! 😱 (The Tech Evolution) - Isky Racing Cams Tour 2022

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  • @harrywagner3877
    @harrywagner3877 2 роки тому +101

    You know - after hearing news reporters & commentators who don't know their butt from a marshmallow - it's really refreshing to listen to someone with the background, knowledge & articulation to explain a process and it's history in detail without a lot of BS. Nolan was a great tour host !

  • @joelblair8339
    @joelblair8339 2 роки тому +45

    What a great company to take care of thier employees the way they do.

  • @johnnym1320
    @johnnym1320 2 роки тому +33

    One of my first jobs was grinding cams with masters back in the 80"s, I also spray welded cams and made performance cams for my dragbike back then. Cool stuff brings back memories.

    • @robertmason8341
      @robertmason8341 9 місяців тому

      Did you work for one of the bike cam companies? Web, megacycle, cam motion?

    • @johnnym1320
      @johnnym1320 9 місяців тому

      ​​​@@robertmason8341no I worked at local shop, we did all kinds of crankshafts and camshafts for local rebuilders.

  • @SGTJDerek
    @SGTJDerek 2 роки тому +10

    I forget how long ago it was but Hot Rod Magazine a profile piece on Ed. What I remember the most was him at his desk and all the "stuff" EVERYWHERE and the description of that "stuff". He knew what and where everything was. He truly was one of the last Legends that laid the foundation for this incredible hobby.

  • @swwy5
    @swwy5 2 роки тому +3

    Back in the late 50s dad used ISKY cams in his E/Gas 55 Chevy. It has been a long time since I've heard "three quarter cam" and "full race cam." Brought back memories. Thank you!

  • @LiveChrist365
    @LiveChrist365 5 місяців тому +1

    ISKY Cams are the best. I only run and will continue to run ISKY cams and lifters. ISKY cams were the hot cam back in the 60s as well with there polydyne cams. Won a lot of drag races in the early 60s.

  • @ricks5984
    @ricks5984 2 роки тому +11

    Nothing short of OUTSTANDING!!! It was all said in such a way that even an old man like myself understood. Well done ISKY family!!

  • @ericpierce4173
    @ericpierce4173 2 роки тому +2

    I was ready to order a Comp Cams cam for my hot rod until I saw this video and learned that Alex is sponsored by Isky. Now I"m ordering an Isky cam & kit. I believe sponsors do their sponsoring for a reason. Good choice of racer to sponsor, Isky. Alex is a new generation hot rodder who will represent your company well.

  • @marklottero5345
    @marklottero5345 2 роки тому +28

    Really a great tour! Thanks for sharing this with us, Nolan is a great host and very knowledgeable 👍

  • @brianrhodes237
    @brianrhodes237 2 роки тому +6

    Great insight into the progression of Cam grinding, I love that they are still a family owned business and how long some of their employees have been around. Keep them coming Alex

  • @cn8484
    @cn8484 2 роки тому +4

    Isky is number 1 on my list been using them for years. Great company 👌

  • @daveseddon5227
    @daveseddon5227 2 роки тому +11

    Your background videos are always interesting and introduce me to new processes.
    I loved the '55 project and it's fascinating to see some of the tech required to achieve such a build.
    So just keep them coming, Alex!
    Thanks for all your content. 😊

  • @theoldmansgarage
    @theoldmansgarage 2 роки тому +1

    Nice job Alex! Not an easy video to edit and make flow so well. Very impressive! Nice job kid.

  • @daverohlfs6225
    @daverohlfs6225 2 роки тому +1

    Great video and great family owned company! Just bought a cam for my 351 Cleveland from you guys. Called before purchase with some tech questions and you guys actually picked up the phone and I was speaking with a cam grinder - wow! You're not gonna get that kinda of treatment from the other guys.

  • @tommiller8714
    @tommiller8714 2 роки тому +5

    Wow, what a great video! Very cool and informative. The background, history, design & machining, and the evolution of cam science & technology. It would be so cool if you get more of this type of video for other engine parts (blocks, crankshafts, rods, pistons, etc.). Tom M., Hawthorne Ca.

  • @fredgillick3071
    @fredgillick3071 2 роки тому +7

    Hey Alex, Your absolutely awesome.
    You will be in the 6's. I hope this year you make the mid 6's. I have all the faith in you as a driver and your father as the builder. I can see it now. Take care and be safe.

  • @deankay4434
    @deankay4434 2 роки тому +1

    Some say you never forget your first love. Mine was an Isky 505T- Magnum...and some girl than hung around. I don't remember her name.
    DK, ASE master tech since 78

  • @ronaldsteveson76
    @ronaldsteveson76 2 роки тому +4

    Very cool to see the history,the way the process evolved,the old machines,loved it! Thank you young lady.

  • @wyattoneable
    @wyattoneable 2 роки тому +6

    The tour was very interesting. Like you, I enjoyed the history of the process over the years. The sit down at the end was pretty funny too.

  • @gordocarbo
    @gordocarbo 9 місяців тому

    Thanks for giving the little guy and imo one of the 2 best cam companies out there some publicity. Every Isky Ive used smoked any brand of copycat grind..no failures.
    They sell good stuff sad so many never even heard of them.
    Patronize the little guys while they are still here!! We still have choices.

  • @fubartotale3389
    @fubartotale3389 2 роки тому

    As a recently retired 50 year toolmaker/"A" grinder hand, I can say that this is the type of work that I did for years, small batches, one offs, no room for error.
    Those old machines were made of the finest meehanite iron and lasted forever.
    My last job I ran a Jones & Shipman I.D./O.D. grinder that was probably 50 years old at least and it would repeat and hold a tenth or better all day.
    That said, modern machines with nano pitch scales and linear motors with temperature control are accurate to microns, and due to being computer controlled, can complete the part in one operation, concentric diameters and cam lobes as well without removing the part from the machine, minimizing the possibility of errors.

  • @vinceg6699
    @vinceg6699 2 роки тому +8

    You are sharing history! Wonderful work girl.

  • @dansautorestoration
    @dansautorestoration 2 роки тому +2

    Alex, I believe this is the most interesting video I have watched on UA-cam to date! And I have watched a lot, UA-cam is basically my crack! Great video!

  • @muzz2108
    @muzz2108 2 роки тому +13

    Awesome work Alex, it's always nice to so much history in a company. Love it.

  • @nolongeravailabletoyou
    @nolongeravailabletoyou 2 роки тому +5

    Thank You Alex! I have up until this day always wondered how Cams were ground! Epic Video!! Thank You for teaching an old guy! Keep doing what you do!!

  • @phillipcortel6330
    @phillipcortel6330 2 роки тому +7

    A company that is in it for the future! But yet old school to keep people employed !
    Kool video Alex! Like 👍 it!

  • @captainswampy9501
    @captainswampy9501 2 роки тому

    It's refreshing to see a company moving forward while respecting their history. I hope they always have people that can grind cams on the original machine. It will keep them grounded. I've seen companies bring new people in to move forward that no nothing about the business and won't listen to the employees when they say there will be problems with the the new processes. They been there 40 years and tried different things and have a pretty good what works. The new guy refuses to listen and destroys the business doing things that could have been avoided. Isky seems to be taking all the old knowledge and refining it, not ignoring it and trying to reinvent everything. I hope they're here in another 200 years.

  • @quig4800
    @quig4800 2 роки тому

    You go Alex ... Awesome to see young guns giving respect to the Old timers that are evolving with the times. There is nothing like ISKY to go from hand grinding to custom made and now even the customizing the CNC machine for their needs. It was GREAT to see behind the scenes ... I cant wait to see Isky's new youtube channel ... Thank for convincing Willy Wonka .... keep up the great videos!!! "Quig"

  • @roadmasterk6019
    @roadmasterk6019 2 роки тому +5

    I love the thought of Ed in his garage with that first machine...experimenting with the early hot rod cams... Now I want an Isky for my flathead:)

    • @kermitbearden7142
      @kermitbearden7142 2 роки тому +2

      From someone who was there in the 60s, Isky was the $#!+, the first choice.

    • @kensnyder9372
      @kensnyder9372 2 роки тому +1

      You want a Isky - 404

  • @rolliefoster2837
    @rolliefoster2837 2 роки тому

    New subscriber here and love the content ! I am single parent that is raising 2 daughters & can see myself through Dennis' eyes...oldest wants to drag race & trying to find her inspiration/motivation with young women in the sport, stumbled onto your channel...what a blessing for my daughter to see your videos ! There is an incredible back story to our situation but too much to post here...again, thank you & best of luck !...

  • @danielsullivan9865
    @danielsullivan9865 2 роки тому +2

    Looks like cam grinding has gone from an art to an exact science but Isky is both. Great informative video

  • @ckhorton1610
    @ckhorton1610 2 роки тому +6

    Extremely cool to see the process!!!

  • @johnlee8231
    @johnlee8231 2 роки тому +4

    Really interesting. Thx for taking the time to share this with us

  • @kaskl5403
    @kaskl5403 2 роки тому +6

    Cool seeing the inside of their shop, Also made the top 20.

  • @4speed3pedals
    @4speed3pedals 2 роки тому

    WOW, a company I thought was dying is NOT. I hope they never stop doing the old stuff. Thanks for posting this video, very informative.

  • @Duramaxjon
    @Duramaxjon 2 роки тому +4

    This was really cool. I’m excited for their diesel cams now

  • @keithphillips6111
    @keithphillips6111 2 роки тому +2

    Alex, this video made me want to buy cams from them. You seriously should be compensated for this. They should make an Alex Taylor cam and that's where all hell breaks lose!!!! Ata girl!!!! Isky should pay up because Alex Taylor is goin fast and stayin pretty and that shits not cheap!!!!!👍😛😮

    • @westmus
      @westmus 2 роки тому +1

      The "Fast Girl" cam series? 😁

  • @cliffcraft6079
    @cliffcraft6079 2 роки тому +1

    This video is a great Ride, Thanks Alex. I really enjoy this stuff..

  • @johnrickett3919
    @johnrickett3919 2 роки тому +21

    I’m interested in how the grind stone is trued and how does the machine account for wear on the stone. Cool machine

    • @CarsandCats
      @CarsandCats 2 роки тому

      I was thinking the same thing!

    • @davidwickboldt712
      @davidwickboldt712 2 роки тому +1

      As high end as tat machine is, it probably is calculated thur software usage from the amount of material it has removed. Being a custom wheel, I doubt they want to over dress it and wash the life down the drain.

    • @jiveturkey9993
      @jiveturkey9993 2 роки тому +2

      That thing is moving. I hate to see that thing come apart. I worked in a machine shop and saw these little 4-in in diameter ones come apart. Parts of that thing flew past my head like a bullet. I can't imagine that thing coming apart. That would be catastrophic.

  • @stephenmiller5023
    @stephenmiller5023 2 роки тому

    I’m 62-1/2 years old ,& can STILL remember when the “ Cam -Wars” were raging in the 1960’s between Isky & Crane & all the adds in magazines of the day . Cams ground on the “ World famous “ Norton grinder was Isky’s calling card to fame. Then when “ Comp -cams “ suddenly emerged as a world player all those adds showing a cartoon Ed flying his airplane over the dump truck dumping cams off at dealers and his comments about how quantity cannot beat quality and so forth. Then his interview’s in Hot-Rod magazine , and then me & my Father FINALLY getting the rare opportunity to meet “ The Man , the myth , the Legend “ himself at the 75th Year of HOT -ROD magazine Show up at Pomona years ago & getting some great memories from just sitting & “ Bench -racing “ with all the legendary purveyors of speed equipment there that year…… PRICELESS. Ed truly was & still is a pioneer in his field & wasn’t afraid to take chances & risks to succeed . A true “ Outside the box” thinker , like Vic Edelbrock, Stu Hilborn & Bruce Myers , all of whom are sadly no longer with us . But the legacy men like these have left behind for others to follow is HUGE, and with video content like this will hopefully not be forgotten, and can be enjoyed by future generations for years & years to come hopefully. Thanks for posting this one, & glad to see the company is still going strong👍.

    • @patfromamboy
      @patfromamboy 6 місяців тому

      I just turned 62 and have had an Isky Z-33 cam in my 427 66 Chevelle since 1983 and it runs great.

  • @MLFranklin
    @MLFranklin 2 роки тому +2

    Pretty cool. I saw an interview with Ed a couple of years ago. I think he was over 100 at that time. I hope he’s still thriving.

  • @bulletbobweldon1442
    @bulletbobweldon1442 Рік тому

    One of the best videos I’ve seen on UA-cam! Good job girl!

  • @burninalloys6974
    @burninalloys6974 2 роки тому +2

    Totally enjoyed this whole vid!!!!! Amazing information and "behind the scenes" looks of an amazing company and great products!!!!! Alex huge thanks for providing the access and great info!! Need to get the next level BBC cam/valvetrain and make competitive power without going all Billet aluminum blocks & heads!! Love this Episode well done!

  • @tomp1612
    @tomp1612 2 роки тому

    Cool video Alex. I got the grand tour of Isky's by his son a few years ago. That was before the cleanup so his office was an amazing waist deep collection of cool memorabilia.... I noticed stuff like SCTA newsletters from the early 40's in the piles. Also got to see all the stuff out back... space junk, old cam grinders, old cars, prototype tires and all.... and in the lobby the Christmas cards on the wall include one from Elvis thanking Isky for his help on a movie ! Plus learned all about the cam grinding too so this is a nice refresher since the rest of the tour overwhelmed the sense too much to grasp the tech!

  • @user-gc1zn5mn4p
    @user-gc1zn5mn4p 2 роки тому +4

    As a computer professional, it was interesting to see the evolution from hand ground cams to CAD-CAM-CNC ground cams.

  • @sru1436
    @sru1436 2 роки тому

    Love these tours. The first cam grinder is awesome, and glad they kept it. It’s history!

  • @matthewfolbre1635
    @matthewfolbre1635 2 роки тому +4

    Awesome video, you managed to cover a lot in a short amount of time.

  • @mroptical1982
    @mroptical1982 2 роки тому +1

    Hello Alex thanks for the awesome inside look at Isky Racing Cams I really enjoy seeing that the old ways are still doing used right next to the new ways

  • @jimjimtiger
    @jimjimtiger 2 роки тому +2

    Awesome vlog Alex, really enjoyed it!

  • @1MiketheMechanic
    @1MiketheMechanic 2 роки тому +1

    I had an Isky solid roller cam in my 800 HP NA big block Chevy in '91. They were the only ones that had the right numbers for my build.

  • @WACRE44
    @WACRE44 2 роки тому

    I use to regrind cams on a valcan. In the early 80s at a machine shop in New Mexico. Thanks for the awesome fun video! Brings back memories.

  • @patfromamboy
    @patfromamboy 6 місяців тому

    I have an Isky Z-33 cam in my 427 which is in my 1966 Chevelle which is my first car that I bought in 1980. We built the 427 in 1983 and it outran a Vancouver policeman and made believers out of a lot of people. It still runs great 41 years later. Thanks to Ed Iskenderian.

  • @RebeldryversGarage
    @RebeldryversGarage 2 роки тому +1

    I had been to Isky several times while living in LA as a walk in customer. Great bunch of people. My work was a couple blocks away from their old old building in Culver City. It is like a shack. Wondering if Ed has considered retiring yet.

  • @kennethperian4370
    @kennethperian4370 2 роки тому +1

    Great job showing and telling,love to have a flat topic cam for my 460v8. 1990 year motor. Thanks again for showing telling see ya next time see ya bye.

  • @zymmer4
    @zymmer4 2 роки тому +2

    Such an Awesome video..Thank you, Alex for this rare inside glimpse into a very guarded industry.

  • @tedjones450
    @tedjones450 2 роки тому +3

    Nice job on the interview.

  • @zxcvbnmjwsndj
    @zxcvbnmjwsndj 2 роки тому +3

    7:20 Here in Brazil, people make 2500 hp with these old 6-cylinder chevy and run 7 seconds low in cars with stock chassis / bodies and DRAG DOT RADIAL tires

    • @sabre-ub3op
      @sabre-ub3op 2 роки тому +1

      Ok if you say so

    • @patfromamboy
      @patfromamboy 6 місяців тому

      Muito legal! Minha namorada mora em Fortaleza. Eu amo Brasil. Eu moro nos Estados Unidos. O estado do Washington.

  • @gtnoslp
    @gtnoslp 2 роки тому +3

    Very interesting! Great vlog!

  • @jasonjones5213
    @jasonjones5213 2 роки тому +1

    I know a lot more about cams now than I knew before, witch was almost nothing.Thanks for the video.

  • @billnlori3149
    @billnlori3149 2 роки тому +2

    Awesome tour, its cool to see how its done!!

  • @CarsandCats
    @CarsandCats 2 роки тому

    What a great video! Thank you so much for the behind the scenes look at how cam grinding works. I've always loved Isky cams, in fact they are the first company I bought from back in the early 80's.

  • @waynehunter9133
    @waynehunter9133 2 роки тому

    I am completely astonished. I love history issues. No wonder everyone swears by ISKY cams. Amazing

  • @douglaslila9825
    @douglaslila9825 2 роки тому

    Alex with the insider footage! Thank you for giving us car nerds view of Isky that we've never seen before.

  • @markrs2000
    @markrs2000 2 роки тому +1

    Wow that was so interesting, thanks for filming and posting.

  • @nashguy207
    @nashguy207 2 роки тому +1

    What an awesome video. The tour and info was great!!

  • @bigdaddy741098
    @bigdaddy741098 2 роки тому +1

    This was really interesting to see the history and how far technology has come to build a 6 second car that can drive off the track to the next town and do it all over again, while only really needing to change tyres.
    I know nothing about engines, and even less about race engines, but even I know that is crazy talk, and not that long ago would have been considered impossible.

    • @westmus
      @westmus 2 роки тому

      The use of turbos are a big game changer. They can make huge power, but it remove a lot of the stress on the engine when they are just "idling". A Clark Kent/Superman type of identity.

  • @malcolmdick2436
    @malcolmdick2436 2 роки тому

    Absolutely awesome video! I was grinding cams in the early 80s but this technology is mind blowing!

  • @zenahague5861
    @zenahague5861 2 роки тому +2

    awesome video alex

  • @rudysabados3907
    @rudysabados3907 2 роки тому

    I just ordered a new Isky Cam for my 360 Gremlin build last night! Great show of the shop!

  • @stevewelborn8744
    @stevewelborn8744 2 роки тому

    This was very interesting. I met Mr. Ed at the Engine Masters competition 2 different times. He is a very amazing guy. At his age he still remembers everything and he tells so many great stories.

  • @sabre-ub3op
    @sabre-ub3op 2 роки тому +2

    Great video I've wondered how they where made and he did a good job explaining and of course Alex did great also

  • @fishpony1211
    @fishpony1211 2 роки тому +2

    Very awesome interview and walkthrough

  • @laurenschenck5355
    @laurenschenck5355 2 роки тому +1

    This is SOOO AWESOME!! 💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💜💙💙💜💜🌟🌟💜💙💞💖💞💞✨🌈✨💞💜💞

  • @desobrien3827
    @desobrien3827 2 роки тому

    What a great informative video from an intelligent woman...The best part, No safety glasses, hard hats and vests...Common sense does still prevail in this world...Fantastic...Next cam I buy will be an ISKY...I love old school to new school.

  • @larrybeussink7737
    @larrybeussink7737 Рік тому

    Thanks so much for this video! Being an Old School machinist (never got the opportunity to work with anything tied to a computer) I found this video very informative.

  • @juandasilva9226
    @juandasilva9226 2 роки тому +2

    Amazing!!! So interesting about cam history!

  • @nicolaasjacobus1891
    @nicolaasjacobus1891 2 роки тому +2

    Love the show and so interesting Info....!!!

  • @dutchmcoven7292
    @dutchmcoven7292 2 роки тому

    Man, what a great guy. I am so impressed. Top video as usual.

  • @barrybarry5803
    @barrybarry5803 2 роки тому

    If there's a single person that dislikes Alex, for whatever reason, i would suggest that he/she find themselves a very good Psychiatrist!

  • @jurisklavins2578
    @jurisklavins2578 2 роки тому

    Very cool to be able to see where the magic happens - ISKY cams are a pioneer of drag racing equipment 😎

  • @W.H.Slater-49Fordlightning
    @W.H.Slater-49Fordlightning 2 роки тому

    Alex, really enjoy all your content really enjoyed the Isky tour. Your channel is one of my favorites keep it up looking forward to drag and drive events and getting your car running into 6's, not doubting you like Nolan did..

  • @marcusmaddenov2451
    @marcusmaddenov2451 2 роки тому +1

    Great video Alex!

  • @bobbyprince9350
    @bobbyprince9350 2 роки тому

    I really enjoyed the visitation at Esky learned a lot things that I always wondered thanks for everything thanks for showing us that I really did like it keep up the good work stay safe God bless

  • @randywl8925
    @randywl8925 2 роки тому +1

    Great tour and interview.

  • @victormackenzie-davis2711
    @victormackenzie-davis2711 2 роки тому +1

    Very cool and interesting, loved the 70's paneling

  • @karlringe9523
    @karlringe9523 2 роки тому +1

    Hi.
    Thanks,
    I found it all interesting and a gap filler in what I knew or thought about cams.
    Thanks again
    Karl

  • @24Garland
    @24Garland 2 роки тому +1

    You will get in the 6's I have no doubt . You need to make more videos so we know you're still there. You really make great videos, no matter what the content is. GO FAST AND STAY PRETTY !!!

  • @koddington
    @koddington 2 роки тому +1

    Behind the scens whit Alex ! Total awesom by A awesom girl. Now we vant moore ! And see all companys secrets=) And the sixes are just around the corner!!!!!!!!!

  • @TomHappyapril
    @TomHappyapril 2 роки тому

    So glad you caught all this on cam for us

  • @deopersad2915
    @deopersad2915 2 роки тому

    This is awesome taking care of the work force for years 😀👍🏻 and progress with new technology, but still keeping the old school tools so that if the computer stuff's up , you can still do stuff 🤙🏼 and congrats on the the guy's being there for decades that is so cool 😀👍🏻👍🏽

  • @joecameron3406
    @joecameron3406 2 роки тому

    Well we've known for a while that you're awesome. It's amazing to see how far the whole process has came in 100 years. I'm still trying to get used to getting the laptop out to change the tune instead of some screwdrivers wrenches and lights. I'm the old guy messing with this new fangled technology LOL

  • @henrywitt379
    @henrywitt379 2 роки тому +3

    Very interesting thank you Alex

  • @ericpierce4173
    @ericpierce4173 2 роки тому

    Excellent video, Alex! Entertaining and informative...and never dull! Good job!

  • @peterjdo
    @peterjdo 2 роки тому

    Great tour video, props to Isky for the brilliant company philosophy 😎👍

  • @briancunningham7567
    @briancunningham7567 2 роки тому

    loved the interview and education on this segment

  • @jerrypuckett6733
    @jerrypuckett6733 Рік тому

    She’s a living doll. Great video. I also run an ISKY. SOLID cam and hydraulic lifters. For 40 years. Didn’t know it till I called them one day about it and the dude said it’s a solid cam. I said I got from PAW. I ordered a hydraulic cam and lifters. He said that’s why they’re out of business. To many fuck UPs. Any thoughts people?

  • @chuckh8800
    @chuckh8800 2 роки тому

    Loved the video so much info to take in. Thanks for going there

  • @mictozer8350
    @mictozer8350 2 роки тому

    that was great thanks Alex and Nolan for the tour

  • @HemiJoel
    @HemiJoel 2 роки тому

    Very good video. Informative and entertaining. Now we need a follow up with some spintron and some dyno testing! And yes, Alex, you are fast! Good luck on your quest.

  • @pauloconnor7951
    @pauloconnor7951 2 роки тому

    I'm also impressed with Alex Taylor !