LS Engine Rebuild Continued Pt3: (Budget Refresh) Cylinder Honing and Piston Rings | 4.8 5.3 6.0
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Brings back memories of high school back in the 60's. Every junk yard, and machine shop in the south would help a kid building his first car and engine rebuild. Different world back then. More fun than video games. LOL
Cool. My first and only engine re-build was in the 90s, but was a 1971 351-C. All went well. And I enjoyed it.
@@HelicopterDad-u5b Now that sounds impressive. I'd likely not have done that myself.
@@HelicopterDad-u5bhad me an old V-8 Vega back in the day!
I agree with you Dave, many a engine I rebuilt using Rays methods and never had a failure, unless I blew it up with nitrous 😅
I'm 54 now I've been watching you since you were at the dealership Ray. I feel you don't give yourself enough credit I understand you saying your not a professional engine builder I'd be honored to have you work on anything I own. There's a lot of "mechanics" out here but some lack a big part of what you have that most don't HONESTY and that's what truly matters!!!!
And I'll add INTEGRITY to the HONESTY! You rock Ray! 😁
I'm 50 and have been a professional mechanic for close to 30 years. I haven't worked at a lot of shops. Just because I am not the type to change shops at the drop of a hat. I worked for one shop for close to 17 years. I quit that job because there was a change in ownership. The new owner was more about sales then quality. I just couldn't find it in me to upcharge for things that weren't needed.
Anyway, If I lived anywhere close to Ray. I'd be asking to work for him at least a few times a week. Simply because of his work ethic, experience, and attention to detail. Imho, Ray and Wife Unit are the type of owners an honest mechanic (or at least an old dog like myself) dreams of!! It would be an honor to work for them!!
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You can teach people how an engine works and how to maintain it. You can’t teach people the details of why customers have an almost love connection to a car.
Sometimes it’s not just a chunk of metal.
Ray understands that.
I have re-ringed pistons for over 50 years. You are on point with the broken ring as a scraper. I also use a Brass wire wheel in the drill as well to clean the groves. I enjoy your channel very much.
Back in my day in the 70s we were Sedna broken ring also as a grove cleaner…
That might be useless knowledge, surely will be for me because I'm not a mechanic, but Dremel tool with tiny brass wire wheel might be perfect for cleaning those grooves?
Another thing that I used to do is use a piston to square up the ring in the cylinder. Having an uneven ring can change the end gap also.
@@Matthew_Removeafterwashingyou just have to be very careful with a wire brush that you don't scratch the grove of the piston.
@@onryboy2264brass is a softer material than aluminum so your chances of scratching the ring groove is low, not saying it can’t happen because it certainly can if you’re not careful!
No Mr Ray, it's not boring to me. I'm 60 and really enjoy watching re ring jobs,or engine rebuild. It's all about patience and if a person has none,they shouldn't be in a mechanical field. I really enjoy learning and thank you for taking the time to teach skills you've also learned. Happy memorial day to you
Watching painted grass boil? Ray, step away from the brake clean fumes. MORE AIR!
@@tedberesik1252 well i think he is to far gone.. he has brakecleaner in his blood
I am not bored.
I once watched a pot boil to prove the adage wrong.
I also like to watch paint dry.
Quiet, meditative activities are my jam.
YES! Definitely more content like this. Super educational and entertaining. Ray, watching your videos past 2+years has saved me $1000s in being able to do my own repairs. Don't let the armchair keyboard warriors dissuade you. Great channel and content. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us.
I cannot see this type of video elsewhere and with such instructive commentary - of which you are a natural. More, please.
Ray, I found this video interesting on a few different levels,
1. Educational cause the average person doesn't know what all goes into a engine tear down and rebuild.
2. To show the DIY people what all they are gonna face tackling what they are gonna face it they decided to do it themselves.
and finally,
3. You are always entertaining my friend never doubt yourself of that.
Cheers from Canada
Based on the "IF" scenario, for any DIY'er, exuding competence or confidence this still doesn't guarantee a successful build. There are too many specialty tools, tolerances any sequential order of things to account for. IMO this isn't an undertaking for any backyard mechanic or DIY'er. A job like this is highly technical, very expensive and too time consuming to consider. Even for any professional engine builder, they still get only one shot at getting it right.
It's nice to look at, see what your up against, but certainly not something that screams "I got this!
We find your content educational and entertaining at 1.30 am on Monday morning. We also appreciate the cameo appearances of wife unit and Dave!🙃😄
@@IR-nq4qv"A man has *got* to know his limitations"...
...(tip of the Hatlo hat to "Dirty" Harry Callahan)...
@@IR-nq4qv It's also not rocket science. Engines have been around for a long long time so they are well understood. I had never torn down and rebuilt an engine in my life. But I had a 1971 Mustang 351C that needed rebuilding. Found a great book just for this engine decsribing how to take apart, figure what needed replacing over just cleaning, and re-assembly with all torque specs. So I tore it down. Sent the block and heads to the machine shop just up the street to be checked for cracks etc. And the block was hot tanked. No cracks found. I believe they may have decked the block and everything was line bored. And then balanced. Of course a DIY can not do that type of stuff. That's why there are machine shops. I re-assembled the engine with new bearings. Machine shop installed the cam bearings while they had it. Never had any issues with re-assembly till I got to the lifters. The mail order place had actually sent me Chevy lifters vs Ford. Diameter difference was minimal. But the oil was not going thru the lifter but around it when I was running the oil pump with a drill. Machine shop compared my lifter end to end with the correct Ford lifter and you could just see the size difference. The engine ran fine on start up. Yes, my Dad had been a mechanic and maybe that helped. Who's to say. But I did it successfully and I really enjoyed it.
Also helps you fall asleep.
Here is the thing. Ray is an awesome guy. If he thought he could work on this and something happened, Ray would do whatever it takes to get it fixed right. He admits his errors and I respect that more than anything. I would trust Ray with any car I or family and friends own. I always tell them “I know a guy”.
Absolutely!
Done lots the same way. You're made an engine like new with known good proven parts. Excellent job as usual.😊
Nice! Reminds me of "back in the day" did the same thing a number of times. My first one, we machined a Chevy 396 in my buddy's garage and reassembled it on a card table (his wife wasn't pleased). Worked out fine. Now days, we load it up in a pickup and off to the machine shop. For a stock street car, I can't rebuild them for what my local engine remanufacture charges and they warranty their work. But the key was finding a good one who will stand by their work.
I am from the UK, and I am retired, I like this content, I always save it and watch while having lunch, good to watch.
GM WCT here, cylinder bores should be cleaned with soap and hot water after honing. Thanks for your excellent videos Ray.
I was born on a machine shop floor and instead of a doctor slapping my behind my machinist father put me in the parts washing cabinet to clean me up. I started building Breaks & Scrappum lawnmower engines when I was ten for hot rod go- carts and went on to start building automotive engines by high school. I’ve been doing it ever since.
Your refresh is just fine for many customers. Not everyone can afford to send their engine to a builder to bring it to better than new condition. LS based engines are quite forgiving in their design and are an excellent example of an engine that can receive a hone, valve job and sometimes cam bearings and it’ll be suitable to work for another 100K miles or more.
Ray, Reminds me of my early days of mechanics. Built many an engine, including Ford Flatheads. That was engine of choice back in my day. You did it the same way I did it many years ago. I am now a retired Auto Mechanic teacher, and 85 years old. Lots of luck in your refresh of that engine.
Engine builder here I vote for entertaining I enjoy watching you try to educate people I enjoy watching your trials and tribulations troubleshoot is what I enjoy most about your videos
The last time I "honed" the cylinders of my 327, I used a wooden fence pot with a bolt cross ways in it, a low speed hand drill and three slots cut vertically for 320 wet or dry sandpaper! We didn't have much money in the "olden days" so we made the tools we needed. Now that I have enough money to buy the tools, I'm so damn old I can't do this stuff anymore. I don't know just why I watch Ray doing the stuff I used to do, except for the enjoyment, but I sit and watch every one of them! Oh, and I can show my wife stuff so when she goes to the shop to get work done, she knows exactly what needs to be done and why. I spent most of my years as a Journeyman Partsman (mainly GM) and Journeyman Mechanic (Red Seal) so I really feel the frustration Ray feels at times.
=> "Now that I have enough money to buy the tools, I'm so damn old..." Ain't it the truth! Also true for hifi hobbyists - now that I can afford fancy audio gear, my hearing is half-shot just from being 70 years old. There oughta be a law HAHAHAHAHA
I'm here just to watch your videos I don't care whether your ring and pistons or washing Pistons or what.
it’s been years since I built an engine and I enjoy your work. Thank you for sharing.
Good morning from Spartanburg South Carolina! I have rebuilt a 1963 194 ci Chevy inline six in 1975 and a 1969 351 Windsor in 1977. Both times I was in college and I was on a shoestring budget. However I had to keep my rides running so I could get to work and school. Both engines lasted several years after I sold the cars.
Hello Neighbor! Greetings from Boiling Springs!
This is the type of content that every TV show should be. You make so we can see the whole process and learn. This is my favorite channel. Keep up the great content!
I"ve built many engines during my time as a tech and working in a machine shop. I never thought about the "boring" part of it, it's always been interesting to me. It was very satisfying that my methods of working on one was very similar to yours. The basics of engines never changes it seems. The focus of a person is very important, hence your sometimes difficulty speaking to the camera while doing the work (I may have paraphrased what you said). Your striving for cleanliness is one of the most important things when assembling the engine, next to knowledge of the system(s).
Not like watching paint dry, at all.😊
I enjoy all your content Ray, whether your building an LS motor or changing the oil in a cop car.😊
I don't find this boring Ray. Its a good refresher for me as I haven't rebuilt or reconditioned an engine in quite some time. I used to rebuild/restore 1960's and early 1970's muscle car engines mostly Ford and Chryslers. I'm really impressed with the cleaner/degreaser that you're using. I haven't seen or used anything that worked that good before. I hope you do a video on how this engine runs after you're done. Your customer should be very happy with this repair!
Personally, I enjoy everything you do! That being said I thoroughly enjoyed this series. You make every video very clear and concise. I am a diy-er so I certainly appreciate your approach to teaching/showing how it's done correctly.
They do a great job showing how much goes into a refresh.
In my opinion, your admitting that you made a mistake when ordering only shows, you're human and stuff happens. Ray I was taught to take an old ring, and use it to clean the piston ring grooves. You can use paint filters to clean your solution, just a paper element and saves you a lot of time. Love all your video's and yes, they're valued, learn or get a refresher of something I've forgotten over the yrs. It's also how we all learn too. I just want to say, thank you for taking the time for these video's, I for one, I do truly enjoy them and learning as I stated earlier. Great video as always, cheers :)
I enjoy watching Ray rebuild engines I admit I may not be a good mechanic but I'm a backyard mechanic from Tennessee I've learnt alot from youtube mechanics I've learned alot from Ray on auto mechanics and everything else like that and I've learnt alot from James Condon from small engine repairs. So, I mean, Ray is an awesome and great auto mechanic. Yes, we all have our flaws and mishaps, but we all are human. I believe in Ray as an auto mechanic. I also think that Ray has potential as an auto rebuilder, too.
Pro tip - flip a piston over use the top of the piston to push the ring into the bore when measuring the ring gap. It will be square and consistent every time and eliminate any error due to angles.
Good tip thanks
Videos Like this are always great to make. They give us a look at what can or should be done and how to do it. As Erik O. says, "If I can do it you can do it". Sharing knowledge is good.
You may not have heard this before, but when you install the pistons and rings the best oil to use is a high quality two cycle engine oil. It will not run off before start up but will burn off very cleanly. I have used it with very good results on rebuilt engines. Just a suggestion I picked up before doing my Mustang SB stroker engines.
50 years later someone finally confirms my use of 2 cycle oil for honing cylinders. It was all that I had on hand. Since it was a 2 stroke snowmobile engine it made perfect sense to me.
We always used the cheap oil
These are the type of videos I enjoy, did engine rebuilds at a younger age, nice to relive that stage in my life
Same here, I enjoy these videos. Another that would be good is to see him rebuild transmissions, but I know that Ray is not a transmission shop.
I like watching all aspects of your work - largely because of your sense of humor as well as learning how cars work.
If a person can take apart an engine, and put it back together with/without new parts ,then in my opinion, that person is an engine builder
I am 78 and enjoy your videos all of them. And engine rebuild.
Thank you, Ray! I don't always like long format videos with no cuts, but in this case I wondered how long each of those steps take. There's nothing like watching the whole process to better understand how it is done.
I've watched diy home & car shows that so a project in an hour.They leave out out a lot of details which will mislead people, Ray informs you of the details
feed back! honestly watching your videos is like hanging out with the fun uncle. i don't really care what we do, it's just nice to talk *watch* with you
My brother got me into watching your channel. Neither of us is😢 smart enough to work on a car beyond putting gas in and the key to drive, but you have gave me a better understanding of why it cost so much when i need a repair. All the different things and showing person like me that even a oil change is not so simple as i always thought. So thank you for doing this. I can't wait to see how much more growth happens with your company.
You could totally do your own brakes and oil changes and save yourself tons of money. Anything you need to do on a car can be found with step by step instructions either on youtube or google.
81 year old retired machinist, 25 years working for a newspaper on every thing fron a fork lift to printing presses. The ability to diagnose a problem was by far the most valuable skill! Love watching your videos. Every body needs to learn how to pull or push wrenches safely. Love how you "click " nuts and bolts 🔩 😜 to the correct torque!!! Keep up the great work!!
We are getting back to old school tactics here. Over the last 60 years I have ventured where you are entering now, having done "home garage" rebuilds of half a dozen ford, and chevy motors and two Harleys. Using JC Whitney tools, and bearings, pistons, and rings from the local auto parts supplier, and the old thick blue "Motors" manuals, I went where you are going now. Most were successful, logging many thousands of miles and years after my overhaul. Sadly, one never did feel the heat of internal combustion again, but I did have a great learning experience working on it. Great job ahead of you. Most today are afraid to take these on.
A break from the norm is pretty cool, I however really enjoy your usual videos every morning. Its how I start my day.
I don't rebuild engines anymore but I really liked watching you rebuild of the LS. I have been watching you for about 4 years. Keep up the great videos.
Keep on doing these kind of major repairs. We have a shortage of machine shops around us and as expensive as new cars are, more folks will need guys willing to keep their cars running. For example, I called the local shop I use for stem seals in my wife's Camry. He told me that they just change the engine because they can't find a machine shop nearby to do the head.
Why change the damn engine when you can just put on a new head?
@@clintonhanson My question exactly. Still done have a good answer.
Ray, a GALLEY is a boat kitchen. Oil flows through GALLERIES. I normally finish all machining (honing etc) before installing new bearings to ensure cleanliness and bearing longevity. Keep up the good work. Ron
Hi Ray, I said this before, how I wish for a mechanic like you in my neighbourhood.
Did this for years as an engine builder. Rock on Ray brings back memories. Thanks.
I was told by a field service engineer back in the day to use Tide and hot water to wash the cylinders out after honing. It carries the metal grit away whereas the brake cleaner just moves it around in the bore and doesn't carry it away.
agree, it cannot vaporize shavings.
Great video! The best thing is that your working on an LS instead of crap Ford engine. Even a professional build on the 3 vale junk never lasts. Also glad you're doing an AFM delete!
I weirdly love that the honing process is so similar to knife sharpening. You can literally listen to the change in sound of the metal and tell when you're essentially done.
As an upcoming technician this is not boring to watch it’s rather educational. I really like that you explain what you’re doing and why you’re doing as you go.
Awesome a full length video, that's my Sunday afternoon sorted
speaking for myself i like the deep dives into the nitty gritty and complete disassembly and reassembly of the core components of the car like this video. getting down to the base components of engines and transmissions. seeing the foundations of how it all works and fits together. and it may seem to you boring to show the tedium of cleaning all the small parts and doing and showing a thorough job, but i find it very satisfying to watch and see all the parts cleaned and reassembled and i feel more knowledgeable knowing how its done and its just satisfying to watch it done right
Hi Ray, and good day to you! It's good that you added lubricant to the honing process. That is key to a good honing job. Manually honing an engine, is not ideal, but you 'gotta play the hand you're dealt'. You're not an engine rebuilding shop, so you make do with what you got. I enjoy your channel.
I might’ve used gear oil
Manual honing is fine, I've done it & no problems on any engines I built. I know of one case the engine lasted longer than the car.
Agreed, if manual honing failed, I'm sure the block would have gone to the machine shop as with the cylinder heads.
Also, he did say he was only going into the rebuild that deep because he was familiar with that engine brand or type having practised and gained experience of repairing his own engines of the same calibre in the past, otherwise, he wouldn't have even taken on the job in the beginning.
This takes me back to 1972 at age 14, I was trying to rebuild a 3.5 HP Tecumseh engine for my minibike. It came off a paint sprayer and had a geared crankshaft. I took it apart, got the correct crankshaft, new rings for the piston and assembled it. It worked perfectly! I have been wrenching on things since I fixed a loose bike wheel when I was 7 years old because I didn't want to wait for my dad to do it. I love watching things like this!
I have complete confidence in your ability.
I have rebuilt many engines from super-duper restore to just get it running as cheaply as possible. That last was done with a specific notice of what was not done and that we would not warranty the engine. I see nothing wrong with what you are doing. That hone looks exactly like the one I bought in 1965 and have replaced the stones on innumerable times. Brings back memories.
Just my 2 cents on the honing. As this was done by hand and not using any recirculating lube, if it was done horizontal you would not be fighting gravity to keep it lubed and your drill could maintain the correct orientation easier.
Its been years since i rebuilt a motor always fun to watch a personable person do it
To gap your new rings, set the new ring in the bore. Then take a piston with the OLD compression ring still on it, insert the piston into the bore upside down.
The old ring will stop the piston from going in far and the new ring will be FLAT in the bore.
Great idea
the right way or mickey way, Ray's engine refurbishing
You have brought back so many memories from my youth, am 81 now, we used pipe cleaner to clean the ring groves out. Thank you so much for this I enjoy all your videos and other channels you have.
I would have given this video 5 stars, but there was a complete failure of the mandatory wife unit appearance. :)
A wife unit a day is what the doctor ordered. She is like the sunshine ☀️.
I am an occasional shade tree mechanic, at best, so any content you put out related to vehicles in general I will watch with enthusiasm. You are an educator whether you realize it or not. Even an education from you related to watching painted grass boil would garner my attention. Keep it up, Ray!
Oh my God it’s DIP!!!!
And the used DIP going into bucket, into backyard dirt, into groundwater, guarrantee no Haz Mat disposal.
I'm down for all diagnostic, repair, and build videos! This is therapy and learning for me. Keep it up and am excited for the impending transmission build! 👍
What happened to ‘I do cars’ charity colab?
Ray, to be honest, I like these types of videos. You're keeping alive skills that the DIYer like myself can actually glean information from. For instance, I've read a lot about cylinder honing -- but have rarely, if ever, seen footage of it done. Thanks to you, I now know what it should look like, and have a baseline to emulate it from.
And while I'll probably never build or refresh a V8 engine, the things you're doing apply to any engine, just like diagnosing electrical issues or even doing something like checking compression in a cylinder. My point is, engines all run off the same principles -- and when you're this deep into a rebuild, being very detail-oriented will ensure that unlike most things, you won't have to go back and do this job over again.
Regardless, Ray, thank you for being honest, and thank you for showing everybody what goes into an engine rebuild, something that was commonly done by DIYers, even up into the 1970s.
Keep these kinds of videos coming, because there are lessons always present to be had, especially for people like myself that have never done this before.
If those ppl Complain, they should chip in money and get that done.
I am 72 now worked for rebuild shop when I was 17 really enjoy this keep up good work
So many keyboard UA-cam experts here on engine building, it's sickening.
Yeah...
Like Where's shop dog? And shop cat? 🤔
This has been one of the most informative automotive videos if seen in a long time. I learned a lot from it.
Ray made the most honest statement yet. He is definitely NOT an engine builder. He IS a very good general mechanic. I wouldn’t let him build my engine, but I would let him do most anything else if I didn’t feel like doing it myself.😎
Why wouldn't you let him build your engine?
Did you see the reflection of his BS cross-hatch pattern. Oh vey. 🤔
Machining is different than building, know the difference.
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Because I have been around engine builders and machine shops all of my life. I wished I lived close enough to let Ray work on some of the things I don’t feel like doing myself now. But I know what it takes to make an engine last long term. And this is about 75% of it.
But Ray clearly states that he is not a professional full time engine builder, so the owner is aware and made his choice. It appears that he is doing the best he can with what he has to work with.
@@shadowopsairman1583
Haha. Machining is the “heart” of a rebuild. Without proper machining, there is no rebuild. How do you think the engine block, cam, crankshaft, pistons, and almost everything in the engine came to be. From Puff the Magic Dragon?
I’ve worked at dealerships,machine shops, owned my own garage, and rebuilt many engines and transmissions. A good machine shop is the key to success. Knowing to go to a good machine shop is what makes the difference between a shade tree rebuild, and a professional rebuild.
Added: I’m not slamming Ray. I like Rays work on everything else. He is doing what the customer wants. He isn’t claiming to be an engine builder. But beginning mechanics should keep that in mind.
Ray you are a honest mechanic unlike most. I love all of your content and engine building is right up my alley! Keep up the great work
I for 1 am enjoying this , it brings me back to my younger years with the best back yard mechanic I ever knew. I as enjoy watching anyone that is way above par in the field be it a chef to a rocket engineer. 😊
I find it interesting watching things like this .. as its something I have never seen and it's nice to learn things ..
I have built/ assembled many engines and I still like watching it being done. Everyone has their own opinions on how to accomplish it. While I am retired I still enjoy the content, and I still learn from watching others. And I think your teaching the next generation that it’s not impossible to do. Keep doing what you’re doing and at the end of the day you just have to please yourself 👍
On another note I looked at many replies. I can’t say I seen anything too negative.
I’m glad they are far and few between. There might not be as many Debbie downers as I thought. 👍
This is very cool to see for me. When I rebuilt my LS, I stripped it to this same point and sent it to a shop and had them build the short block. All I had to do was install the cam and slap the heads on. Very cool seeing how this was done.
There is lots of value to me watching you rebuild an engine. Learning a lot from you.
Enjoy watching how you put these engines back together, definitely helpful for future projects, thank you have a great day and a great holiday 😊
I do not know about other people but I enjoy this type of content & another thing I can not express the self satisfaction I got from my first successful re-build when you turn the key & it starts & is perfect.
My Aunt has the same exact vehicle, same color. It's a special edition, but it looks the same. She keeps her cars in immaculate condition, and it still looks brand new! 🙂
Audio is AMAZING, Nice new mic, less background noise for sure! Its better than your previous set-up for sure.
I used to do the kind of work you do and I can't do it anymore and I miss it very much so. I love to watch you and I have learned some new things on the new cars
In the 70’s we did this in my mom’s driveway. Great way to keep out of trouble as High schoolers. Hone cylinders and hand-grind valve seats. Great refresh on V8 block and heads. This vid takes me back. Keep up the good work Ray!
For me this was amazing. I love listening to you talk us through everything as you do it. Also, You are funny and entertaining.
As someone who is looking at tearing an lm7 down soon (20 year old Tahoe, glitter spotted last oil change) I couldnt be happier with content like this!
Granted, I'll probably botch something, but videos like these make me feel more confident. Besides, this old gal isnt my daily driver, but I can't afford a professional rebuild. What I can afford is time. Thank you, Ray!
I'm enjoying this engine refresh series. Shops rarely tear an engine down to the bare block, clean, inspect and reassemble. It's usually "engine is junk" and then either a junkyard or reman/crate engine is installed. Definitely looking forward to the next installment!
For those of us who have never done it or seen it like me it’s great. I love to learn!!
Mr. Ray, I find this video very educational. The miraculous attention to detail in building an engine is really a lot of work. And even if rebuilding an engine is a lot of work, the reward is worth it. Thank you very much for the tutorial from your point of view.
So complex for me. You explain all processes very well. Keep up the detailed work. Not boring. Plus the Roger Rabbit references are nice!
Great video Ray. I have a 2001 2500 HD 6.0 LS with 425,000 original miles.. making plans to redo my engine just like you're doing. Thank you so much 👍🏁Hank O.
Ray, for me it’s not the most exciting video, but pretty much every time I watch one of your videos I take away some kind of useful information. Like for this one it was the dunking liquid to remove carbon. Never had seen that before. However you have a lot of people that B&M about anything.
Your attitude is what keeps me coming back. You seem like a person I would hang out with. Don’t know how much that helps, have a blessed day.
I enjoy engine building videos and I have complete confidence that that engine will be just fine when you're done
I watch to be educated and enjoy immensely when I am also entertained. I very much appreciate the detail you provide and the benefit of your years of hands-on experience. It's also great you are not afraid to show your mistakes. Failures are just "teachable moments."
I pray continued blessings and prosperity to you, your family, and employees!
Interesting change of pace for the channel. Always welcome. Sort of like watching I Do Cars in reverse.
You have brought back bittersweet memories of my first V-8 rebuild in the late 80's. Three fifty Chevy. Surprised how much I remembered. Wish I could have been employed in the field I still love. Keep up the great work.
There is ALWAYS value in engine building. Especially from someone who knows what to do. Thanks for this video.
I actually really like rebuild photos and wish you did them more. 25 years ago I redid the rings on an 85 Honda civic with no rebuild knowledge what so ever.. and some of this info I didn't know.. the civic ran for 10 more years before it went through a demolition derby. I guess I got lucky. But my daughter wants to learn how to do more than just routine maintenance on her car your channel helps me remember things I knew and also teaches me now if I could get her to watch your channel
I loved the video Ray! I have not seen a re-ring job since 71-72. It was quiet refreshing! Thank you! // Edit: Thank you All who served as Veterans, Happy Memorial Day.
Rebuild stuff like this is OK every now and then but your more active stuff is what i came to watch. Though your focused calm delicate action voice is soothing And great for my desk work.
I am impressed! I have never seen it done before. You are never boring 😂.
i believe....although the task itself may be boring (or rather tedious), you make up for it with the commentary and the discussion. Always a few mouthfuls of food for thought - never a dull video.
The audio in this video is much better. Thank you.