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  • @justinshearer3016
    @justinshearer3016 Рік тому +235

    nice job Mr Brand lol....for a guy who has been working in the shop by himself forever with nobody lookin over his shoulder, you sure are good at letting us see the process! Thank you for everything!!

    • @Huntrace87
      @Huntrace87 Рік тому +12

      This dude is the real deal!

    • @christhomas5794
      @christhomas5794 Рік тому +2

      😂

    • @christhomas5794
      @christhomas5794 Рік тому +8

      He’s always sorted your shit out chief LOL

    • @ronmedenwaldt
      @ronmedenwaldt Рік тому +8

      I was going to say it would take years to absorb all the knowledge. Understandable about the bits you don't share. Was starting to question what kinda video this was when he was saying when you tap it. 😁😅 TY for sharing. The tediousness is what is necessary to make sure your giving it your all. Very detail oriented.

    • @bretjjjohnson7942
      @bretjjjohnson7942 Рік тому +6

      I love watching and listening to people give knowledge and you don't have to question it.

  • @caseymckinney903
    @caseymckinney903 Рік тому +58

    There's never enough motor content in my opinion. Especially from professionals. Don't worry about us big dawg we just wanna watch you work and learn from it. Thanks for the knowledge.

    • @roaringcat1
      @roaringcat1 Рік тому +1

      It doesn't matter how long a person has been into performance engines you can always learn a trick from someone who has been doing it for a while

  • @michaelzimmerman9221
    @michaelzimmerman9221 Рік тому +2

    They truly are man’s best friend, say what you want, they will always be your friend, no matter what! Our dogs!

  • @ec9596
    @ec9596 Рік тому +57

    Man you can tell he takes pride in his work and why chief had always been successful 👏

    • @Windemtight
      @Windemtight Рік тому +2

      I was watching and thinking the exact same thing.

  • @aircooledshack7154
    @aircooledshack7154 Рік тому +35

    It’s nice to see a real machinist share his work

  • @morty3320
    @morty3320 Рік тому +28

    As a cyl head machinist it nice to see a video of a fellow craftsman doing things the right way great video man.

    • @Pyle81
      @Pyle81 Рік тому +6

      Sadly these old school shops that are doing things the right way, are becoming a thing of the past.

    • @DodgyBrothersEngineering
      @DodgyBrothersEngineering Рік тому +1

      Was still a few vital steps he missed.

  • @sailingjazzy8272
    @sailingjazzy8272 Рік тому +4

    Decades of knowledge in 20 minutes. Very cool.

  • @bobbyj045
    @bobbyj045 Рік тому +18

    This is the content we've been waiting for. I'd watch you work on any motor. Very educational

  • @jasonbrinegar6759
    @jasonbrinegar6759 Рік тому +70

    I think this was an absolutely great video! Not boring at all. As stated by others, watching a true craftsman at work is almost mesmerizing! Definently looking forward to future content

  • @gcode34668
    @gcode34668 Рік тому +15

    this man is one of many treasures in the car community

  • @IggyCotton
    @IggyCotton Рік тому +12

    You can always tell a tradesman that's passionate about his work... Gerald's attention to detail is OUTSTANDING! He lets nothing slip by! Great video guy! Keep'em coming!

  • @benrossbach6501
    @benrossbach6501 Рік тому +14

    Can never see to much of a true craftsman, no matter how simple or difficult. Thanks for sharing

  • @davegifford3198
    @davegifford3198 Рік тому +19

    Brings back memories of when I was a kid in my uncle's machine shop. I love this stuff! Watching art being made.

  • @filetofishish
    @filetofishish Рік тому +13

    Love watching your work! I'm in a different line of work, but when someone asks me why I'm so expensive I tell them You're paying for the 40 years of experience and knowledge I have gained to perform the current job at a higher level. Mesmerizing to watch this stuff!

  • @jasonedwards5292
    @jasonedwards5292 Рік тому +10

    You sir are a great match for viewer's of Chief & Jackie. Large majority of us really enjoy the technical aspect of what y'all do, throw in the fact of the pride you obviously take in your work and it makes fantastic content.aybe consider showing us what goes into building a stroker motor on a average Joe budget. Maybe a 383 or a 421 with a factory GM block. Build it and raffle it off.

  • @gpr8695
    @gpr8695 Рік тому +9

    Excellent video, Excellent work ! It's nice to see a professional at work thinking about everything that needs to be done correctly

  • @justincase9995
    @justincase9995 Рік тому +20

    Very well done Sir !!
    A+ on the audio and video quality.
    Narration was A+ as well.
    And it's obvious you are an A+++ skilled machining and detail craftsman,110%

  • @MrGixxer1300r
    @MrGixxer1300r Рік тому +14

    Awesome video it is entertaining to watch someone who knows what they are doing fix a worn part and make it useable again. It is also nice having you explaine how some processes have changed over the years and why. Thanks for sharing this never gets boring to me,

  • @LatinosOver40
    @LatinosOver40 Рік тому +7

    Wow ... memories of working with my Dad back in the 60's in his backyard auto repair shop. Not much has changed ... but a few things did... Aluminum heads, double valve springs, pneumatic spring compressor (we used manual) and cleaning out the sparkplug threads... LOL ... keep the videos coming amigo !!!!

  • @timebandit8522
    @timebandit8522 Рік тому +11

    Great job Mr. Brand! You can tell a man that takes pride in his work by how clean and organized he keeps his shop and work areas. Your shop Mr. Brand is impeccable and you sir are a true professional. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with your viewers. 🎯

  • @ryanpearson3337
    @ryanpearson3337 Рік тому +6

    Not many people realize what goes into fixing heads like that. Very nice work.

    • @Pyle81
      @Pyle81 Рік тому +1

      Sadly the days of getting a pair of heads or even block work are quickly coming to a end. These engines that are in the every day drivers are throw aways. Hell the whole cars are being designed as a 5-7 yr throw away. Just look at the "EcoBoomb" 3.6 that GM put in multiple different vehicles. I swear they used that tiny flimsy timing chain so that when it hit 100-K to 140-K miles it puked. Causing catastrophic failure to the engine. And at that point the car really isn't worth the cost of even fixing the bent valves and often damaged pistons. How GM can over engineer the LS engines. And then make such a TURD on these makes you wonder if it wasn't done by design.

  • @erickbauer8888
    @erickbauer8888 Рік тому +10

    You have a lot of very valuable information in this video. I really appreciate the way you explain all the time and effort you put into the valve train. Excellent video.

  • @CalebH-u1u
    @CalebH-u1u Рік тому +8

    Really love the video and watching the awesome machining work you do. You can tell this man has never cut a corner and is very meticulous. Thank you for sharing and I can't wait until the next video!!

  • @LeifMadsen
    @LeifMadsen Рік тому +14

    The man! Great videos, this is great stuff. You might find machine shop stuff boring after all the years of experience, but for those of us interested in this stuff but not working in this space we love it. Keep up the great work!

  • @dustinchristiansen4539
    @dustinchristiansen4539 Рік тому +8

    Love seeing these videos. This is the kind of knowledge that usually only comes from experience/ trial and error an here we are getting it just from watching a video. Your tips and tricks speak volumes about your craftsmanship an intellect.

  • @sstatonss
    @sstatonss Рік тому +5

    It is nice to see the practice of a professional in the automotive machine shop world. I always wanted to find a good local machine shop where I can hang out just to absorb that sweet knowledge. Great job

  • @kathygates8845
    @kathygates8845 Рік тому +1

    GREAT VIDEO ... !!!! PROUD OF A FINE MACHINIST AT WORK .... !!!!!! THANK YOU FOR THIS GREAT VIDEO .... !!!!!!!!

  • @davepotanko5514
    @davepotanko5514 Рік тому +1

    Nice to see the comfort/confidence at which you perform the task

  • @DONLAD357
    @DONLAD357 Рік тому +7

    Love the videos Mr. Gerald! Keep them coming, not too many people show the backside of machine work...

  • @JC-fq5xv
    @JC-fq5xv Рік тому +1

    After 40yrs there is just a few things you don’t share 🙏🏽👍🏼

  • @DScaglione.
    @DScaglione. Рік тому +4

    Heck Yes!
    They Definitely Weren't Fresh!!!
    Excellent video Jackie - G. B.!
    😎

  • @Tylery97
    @Tylery97 Рік тому +2

    If someone has become as proficient in what they do such as yourself, you will always have an audience. Allot of people don’t realize but there is something mesmerizing about watching a master at his craft. And I encourage anybody to please find something you love and be good at it. There is almost no greater feeling than being able to master a skill. To be able to do something almost effortlessly, and to even have people comment on how well you do something feels pretty good to. But it really is a confidence boost when you are better at something than everybody else.

  • @Durwood1492
    @Durwood1492 Рік тому

    Mr.brand is a dying breed. This world needs more people like Mr. Brand is thorough a perfectionist and knowledgeable. Job well done.

  • @davidcovey1486
    @davidcovey1486 Рік тому +3

    Awesome.. One man show. I enjoy watching and always learn something even for a 70 year old.. Good job sir...

  • @allanarndt3047
    @allanarndt3047 Рік тому +1

    I always enjoy seeing how you do things,the way you check,repair & set up the workings of an engine. Repairs you have the knowledge & machinery/tooling to make damaged pieces right again interests me. Keep doing what you do,love watching & learning from one of the best!

  • @charleslindsay4308
    @charleslindsay4308 Рік тому +1

    Nice to see how much work actually goes into the work you do.

  • @hiddenman99
    @hiddenman99 Рік тому

    You and Chief have been friends for 30yrs and HE DOESNT KNO YOUR NAME EITHER....But your doin a good job speaking to the camera . Keep it up

  • @JTMotorsports
    @JTMotorsports Рік тому +4

    It’s awesome to see this type of content. Normally you just drop it off at the machine shop and come back when it’s done. It’s great to see the behind the scene magic.

  • @GlobalMediaInc
    @GlobalMediaInc Рік тому +1

    Well Done, Mr. Gerald!!!

  • @RustyWells2
    @RustyWells2 Рік тому +5

    I enjoy the hell out of the videos!

  • @hankhessig6586
    @hankhessig6586 Рік тому +4

    Thank you so much for taking the time to put these videos. Machine shop processes are a favorite type of video.
    Great Content !!!

  • @royknicely8846
    @royknicely8846 Рік тому +1

    From what I have seen you know your stuff.
    I think I can learn a lot more from you .thank you sir

  • @Akestler
    @Akestler Рік тому +1

    I like how you did this edit. Good time, great clear explanations and use of time lapse. And you can't argue with some pup content. 🤘

  • @mikecoyle3680
    @mikecoyle3680 Рік тому

    It's refreshing to have a channel with just a nice dude doing stuff I enjoy to watch.

  • @johnhallock2713
    @johnhallock2713 Рік тому +1

    Should have kept the name discussion thing a secret... lol nice work Mr, brand I can see why Mr big chief goes too you sir your one in the same very detail oriented & I like it cause I'm same way when working on my very own things... keep up with videos kind sir and God bless...

  • @f88pvc
    @f88pvc Рік тому +4

    much love from the UK loving the new channel and what you do on a daily basis

  • @cuttnhorse2013
    @cuttnhorse2013 Рік тому +1

    Love what you do! Don’t have to explain everything. I thought you did outstanding! Ronnie, East Tennessee

  • @gardin9346
    @gardin9346 Рік тому +5

    Love the video Gerald. very informative and entertaining. between 3-5 looked really bad at the start, i had a feeling the crack was there or 4-6 good work cleaning that up putting some life back into these wore out heads. after seeing the heads like this and the rest of the engine. this engine was 100% not fresh when chief bought it. it was wore out on it last legs ready for something to check out.

  • @phillipdunnavant2865
    @phillipdunnavant2865 Рік тому +3

    The commentary is really educational. I know a bit about machining in general but nothing about machining motors. Just seeing the process is neat. Thanks for the great videos

  • @BrentAllen99
    @BrentAllen99 Рік тому +5

    I really enjoy your videos, I wish I would have stayed working in a engine shop years ago so for me watching you work and hearing you explain most of the details of the process and the tools your using is priceless knowledge...Also your sidekick is an awesome addition to the videos! Keep'em coming!

  • @upman664
    @upman664 Рік тому +4

    Doing a great job with the videos. Thank you for taking the time.

  • @eightsecet
    @eightsecet Рік тому +2

    I totally enjoyed! Keep doing what you do. Puts me at peace watching. Thank you!

  • @putinkhuylo
    @putinkhuylo Рік тому

    Keep doing these videos the same way, Gerald. Most folks don't realize that recon/repair work is a whole 'nother animal than simply building or assembling. Strange things lurk beneath the surface of good-looking pieces. Thanks for sharing your wisdom.

  • @mattmorford7489
    @mattmorford7489 Рік тому

    You are the difference between a machine shop and an engine machine shop. Getting harder to find an engine machinist. Thank you for sharing.

  • @Timbo428CJ
    @Timbo428CJ Рік тому +5

    Are you kidding me, I think what you're doing is awesome.
    Old schooling it ! It's what you know and love to do I'm sure.
    It's really cool to finally see who you are as we've all heard Chief mentioning your name on more than one occasion.
    Chief is really lucky to have someone of your caliber right around the corner from him and I'm pretty sure he feels the same way !
    I wouldn't give ur secrets away either. Keep em coming !!👍🏻👍🏻

  • @RonniePTexan
    @RonniePTexan Рік тому +1

    Just the right amount of narration. I've put holes in stuff, but nothing that could be called machine work. I've stuck two metal pieces together, but nothing you would call welding. The stuff you do is fascinating, definitely do more videos.

  • @michaelwynne4346
    @michaelwynne4346 Рік тому +4

    Very informative not boring at all, looking forward to more.

  • @oikkuoek
    @oikkuoek Рік тому +1

    It is such a priviledge, honor and joy to watch a talented, skillful and knowledgeable craftsman at work. Seeing it going to a timelapse is a bit shameful really, imo. It is slow and tedeous if you look it like that, but it is also mezmerising and relaxing to me. You don't have to change your habits for us, we just want to see you work. If you want to explain what you do, that's great and we would love to hear it, but it's not necessary. Just point the camera at the work station and get to work as you do normally. Be you. That is the Gerald we want to see.

  • @paulcolyer3648
    @paulcolyer3648 Рік тому

    Hell yea. I’m a Lifelong drag racer, that has built hundreds of engines and I loved this video. Keep ‘em coming. I used Al Weis from Wichita Falls for years, and that dude wouldn’t share any of his wizardry. 😅😅

  • @bertjames1715
    @bertjames1715 Рік тому +2

    Your content is beyond informative. I'm sure I speak for all your viewers but learning is not enough. More commentating please. You had my attention from the beginning to end, all the way from the Navajo Nation.

  • @jeffreyperrault3792
    @jeffreyperrault3792 Рік тому +1

    I absolutely loved it.super informative and I will never get bored watching a true craftsman.

  • @josephduncan2238
    @josephduncan2238 Рік тому

    Talking to yourself isn't bad but when you argue with yourself it's hard to decide a winner 😂😂 great video

  • @mikemaccracken3112
    @mikemaccracken3112 Рік тому +3

    Excellent video Gerald. I used a machine shop and the owner held seven NHRA world records in A/Stock and he was the best but he too didn’t tell you certain things.

  • @H3110NU
    @H3110NU Рік тому +2

    Jackie’s getting you up to speed quick with this UA-cam thing. Great job on these, interesting as all hell.

  • @tuffram2165
    @tuffram2165 Рік тому +5

    Great work Mr.Brand keep them coming.

  • @everettoakes3153
    @everettoakes3153 Рік тому +2

    Not boring at all! Great video

  • @blindsquirrel5976
    @blindsquirrel5976 Рік тому +2

    keep doing what you are doing... you are one of the few that actually show how things are done. thanks

  • @angelheart1129
    @angelheart1129 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for explaining the process really loved the video and your little plastic bottle chewing girl ❤

  • @doylewiggins1615
    @doylewiggins1615 Рік тому +1

    Never boring, it’s great just watching you work.

  • @ballardperformancemachine
    @ballardperformancemachine Рік тому +1

    I have a winfield fixture that I use on my head resurfacing machine. Best money I spent. Good content

  • @djdavis1869
    @djdavis1869 8 місяців тому +1

    Nothing better than race car motors and puppies!!!

  • @edwardmorrow6745
    @edwardmorrow6745 Рік тому

    Always interesting to see a man take pride in his work. Tried to instill the idea of pride in my children and think it has served them well.

  • @j.sarnak1391
    @j.sarnak1391 Рік тому

    Always ready to watch a good machinist do his magic. I worked in an automotive machine shop when I was first starting out, I ended up as an engineer working in boring manufacturing facilities, my first love was always racing engines.

  • @danielvick7875
    @danielvick7875 Рік тому

    Can't beat a soul who is whole-hearted! Real people, real hearts!

  • @bendaves77
    @bendaves77 Рік тому +3

    You're doing great on the videos. I just enjoy seeing how things are professionally done. It helps me to understand everything. You can sit and go into detail talking about it, and I will not understand much, but if you show me what you're talking about, I will understand it and retain it. Do you do any Harley head work or cylinder boring?

  • @terra2805
    @terra2805 Рік тому +2

    I can see why Chief takes his motors to you. It's great to watch someone who really cares about the quality of their work. Great job Gerald! Love the pooch too!

  • @jheibeck6059
    @jheibeck6059 Рік тому +4

    Gerald your videos are awesome I'm a pin striper by trade And I've always thought machine work was extremely interesting. Film what you consider interesting and have fun with it

  • @gullreefclub
    @gullreefclub Рік тому +2

    I haven’t seen threaded valve guides in over 20 years. It used to be a big up-sell at a couple machine shops around where I live. One shop used to thread the guides and then put bearings retainer on the seals to keep them from sucking oil. Talk about a pain to remove old seals

  • @Djm9393
    @Djm9393 Рік тому +1

    Full sending never lifting 😏 🤙 mobbin deep 🙌 knowledge is power 👏 ty for the therapeutic video from life love the vibes

    • @flipfloptanlines926
      @flipfloptanlines926 Рік тому +1

      God dam*ed hyrogliphics. Am i supposed to kick a field goal or steal 3rd?

  • @MrWill73
    @MrWill73 Рік тому +4

    Great video Gerald! Love the instructional videos! Not boring at all!!!👍👍👍👍

  • @Ty_N_KC
    @Ty_N_KC Рік тому

    This channel is going to end up bigger then Chief and Jackie’s!!! I hope he shits when the add rev starts rolling in and he can enjoy a kickass retirement one day!!

  • @TSRacing420
    @TSRacing420 Рік тому +2

    Enjoyed watching your informative video keep up the great work

  • @craigcode7103
    @craigcode7103 Рік тому

    Nothing more enjoyable than watching a master at work.

  • @TrampusWingo
    @TrampusWingo Рік тому

    Fuck no it isn’t boring!! Man, you don’t have to feel obligated to do a damned thing, I appreciate whatever you’re willing to share. Thank you for giving us a glimpse into your world, and your pups day. Please, keep ‘em comin!

  • @saddletramp1979
    @saddletramp1979 Рік тому

    Boy's I'll just tell ya, that dog has him trained good.

  • @christophercraig289
    @christophercraig289 Рік тому

    The videos are not boring. I enjoy watching a craftsman at work.

  • @christhomas5794
    @christhomas5794 Рік тому +1

    Awesome video, sir, respect from the UK, a bit more talking please Gerald

  • @TimsInsanity
    @TimsInsanity Рік тому

    Videos like these needs to be seen!!! Machinists are miracle workers & don't get enough credit for what they know & do.

  • @sttuartthompson7686
    @sttuartthompson7686 Рік тому

    It's a real treat to be able to watch a real master machineist at work. You are doing us all a favor sharing what you can. I used to rebuild all my own heads. My father came up with my name when I was born in 1955 while sharpening valve faces on his K.O. Lee valve grinder. I grew up with that machine and used it for a long time until hard times came and forced the sale of that and most of the rest of his machinery.
    There's a lot more going on than just grinding valves here. You have relationships with your tools and machines. You obviously love your dog and she loves you back. The parts you're working on are more than just parts, I see they represent the people who need them to you. You easily could have jacked the invoice way up by pressing new guides and seats in. Probably would have increaded your profits. But you didn’t.
    People who label people like us (please allow me to include myself in your circle) as blue collar or working class or my personal favorite "works well with his hands" couldnt hang with you doing this or any similar task just thinking through all the steps you have to go through and all the variables that go with each step. People also .ight not realize that there is real danger involved for drivers as well as spectators and track personnel if you get it wrong. Engine explosions are just that. Risk is risk and you have peoples lives in your hands.
    My respect is botomless. You and our brotherhood (sisters, I'm not excluding you but I dont know an inclusive term thats as strong as brotherhood. Maybe someone can help me out here) are the foundation of humanity. People who can do things correctly. My term for people who cant do things is Worthless.
    Dont raise your children to be worthless. We have too many of them already.

  • @markpetrosky3128
    @markpetrosky3128 Рік тому +1

    I always say call me what you want but don’t call me late for supper lol. Great videos

  • @shanedevlin6097
    @shanedevlin6097 Рік тому +4

    Love these kind of videos, keep them coming.

  • @edwardnulton7228
    @edwardnulton7228 Рік тому +1

    Anything you’d be willing to talk about while you’re working on stuff I’d love to hear. I really liked this video and the last one so I’ll be looking forward to seeing more from you.

  • @deeevans324
    @deeevans324 9 місяців тому +1

    Here is the most realistic comment that you have ever read here. The bad thing about watching your videos for the people who don't live anywhere near you, try to go and find someone local who has your knowledge and cares about the work they do is damn near impossible. Look I love watching your videos, but I get so discouraged because all I run into are expensive shops that have big loans and only care about the bottom dollar, or people who are learning on customer parts. Sifting through the junk is frustrating and a flat-out waste of time, so my Hawaiian SSP Fox Body has been sitting for two years because I don't trust any of these shops. People like yourself are harder to find anymore and it's sad, I have so much respect for you and your knowledge.

    • @BrandRacingEngines
      @BrandRacingEngines  9 місяців тому

      I blame a lot of it on the vo-tech schools. Most of the people that graduate don't know how to run an manual mill or lathe.🤷‍♂

  • @jamest.5001
    @jamest.5001 Рік тому

    Dogs are awesome, we would never made it through the cave man days without them, love the dog! 👍

  • @brianbarsness9828
    @brianbarsness9828 11 місяців тому

    You can always add commentary after you film the video if you think it needs more context. The videos are definitely interesting. I would definitely like to see more of the machinery/fixturing aspects. Also explaining the amount of time spent on the work can help with understanding the effort and quality put into the job. Content on the dog is also a must 👍🏻🐶

  • @Rosy_87
    @Rosy_87 Рік тому +1

    That's a pretty sweet tool you made for tapping holes. After watching your videos and your attention to detail it makes me wonder if my engine guy is as meticulous as you are.

  • @user-yr1dp7kr8g
    @user-yr1dp7kr8g Рік тому +1

    I love this kind of stuff. I could just watch the machines run. Commentary on how and why is just a bonus.

  • @michaelmorgado
    @michaelmorgado Рік тому +1

    …actually,now that I’m thinking about it,A future build coming up with 187 is an LS swap in a Chevelle and considering how Aidens truck went, maybe you could do the engine work and build with the boys at your shop. Take them under your wing and have them do as much work as possible and the complete assembly of it. Take them from cam selection to spring rates,bearing clearance’s and degreeing the engine.
    That would be great content for both sides and an unbelievable opportunity for both boys.
    Just a suggestion

  • @davidmccarstle7722
    @davidmccarstle7722 Рік тому

    Great Video! As a Machinist for over 40 years, it's easy to appreciate your attention to detail and quality work. Its good to see that Larry Meaux, another Old School guy is still in buisness. He ported a set of heads for my street car in the mid 80s, and that engine ran quite well.

  • @randybecker8146
    @randybecker8146 Рік тому +3

    This is soo enjoyable and informative, thank you!