One last video for the weekend! When editing the start of this engine miniseries these three kinda just came together and made sense to split in this way, so I figured I'd go all-out and get them done in time for the weekend. Unfortunately I don't have a fourth ready to go so don't get your hopes up! I'll continue working on this car and this series of videos but I can't give a timeframe for the release of the next episode.
Yeah, really - I expected them to be released every week or so, which would have been fine and awesome. Not that I complain, but... Just take your time. I really appreciate every upload. :)
You're one of two channels that I actually have notifications set to, so this weekend has been amazing watching the big block rebuild. That said, quality over quantity! Love your videos and am looking forward to the next!
I know absolutely nothing about cars, how they work, what all these confusing parts do, or ever plan to do any of this. Yet this is so rewarding and entertaining for me to watch.
Personally I find the disassembly - cleaning - reassembly/painting process super rewarding as there is such a massive visual difference between before and after! Excellent video as always.
Dude you are doing things exactly like I did in the early 90s, all sandpaper, brakleen, and blue glue. It will run, you'll have a great time, but as you get older and learn more, you'll look back on these times and grin as you ask your buddy while having a beer......" man you remember that ol big block firebird with the blower??" Whag an awesome car........ you go dude, you're going to have alot of fun
I really like the idea of re-using the parts you have. Many people can't get the shiniest fancy part and it's cool to see someone rebuild stock. I can tell you are dreading the clean up of this engine but I can't wait to see it. Thanks for sharing :)
Just found your channel and I'm enjoying your videos. 🙂 AliExpress works well for me when I need specialist cheap tools and have time. You'll pay a fraction of what a conventional retailer charges for the same tool.
I'm doing similar to a ford 351 Windsor. Really just putting new rotating assembly bearings and some gaskets and seals. It's been sitting for 30 years so I had to tear into it to freshen it up for use.
It's been a hot minute since the last build. I'm looking forward to this one in particular because I'm a Firebird Fan and Owner (original owner 1983 Firebird S/E)
I would say you should port the valves for better flow. If you are going to supercharge you NEED to get new head bolts. Probably check condition of main cap bolts
I like the DIY stuff you are doing. I have done some of the same with an engine I built. I wonder if I have ever seen you around at some of the car meets.
BY THE WAY.... I ABSOLUTELY LOVE YOUR VIDEOS ! YOU AND YOUR FORMAT TOTALLY WORKS AND IS VERY ENGAGING ! DON'T CHANGE A THING AND KEEP FIXING ENGINES ! I'D LOVE TO SEE YOU DO A STROKER PONTIAC ENGINE... A GREAT PLATFORM IS THE 400 BLOCK WITH AN EASY STROKER KIT FROM BUTLER PERFORMANCE...
Only decision of your I have disagreed with reusing the head bolts. I never do that, who know what metal fatigue and the initial stretch from the factory torque is going to do to effect your final assembly torque and their longevity. They are also cheap enough. Each to their own though, love the videos.
I recommend dipping the heads and block in an electrolysis bath to work all the rust out. Using a one piece rear main seal instead of the old rope seal is going to be *so nice*.
It looks like you caught that engine just in time, wouldn’t have taken long for it to get into forward shape with that much water in it… Thanks for the videos, cheers!
Opened episode 13 in a tab to watch later, watched 14 thinking it was the same episode. saw you upload this and was like "wow! two in one day". then I realized episode 13 was in my suggestions, unwatched, and my mind sorta blew up
Should have done a 400 Pontiac. The late 70’s engines can be had for cheap. You would need to move the mounts . Transmission would be you only boggle . None the less this is interesting, I can’t wait to see how it turns out
Not a bad idea! Now that I have a leftover BBC cam I suppose that would have been an option. I have seen some various custom tools like an expansion plug that seem to work well too. I suppose I didn't have as many excuses for not replacing them as I talked about!
I'm pretty sure those are just scratches from removing the camshaft, but I suppose I can't be sure. I end up messing up the bearings even worse before it goes back together so at least it'll be educational to see if they hold up haha.
I can't resist commenting. Just my five cents because we don't have pennies in Canada anymore. I would've splurged for a mild hydraulic roller cam and a high-rise dual plane intake. Lots of low and midrange torque and throttle response and much less hassle. Those old superchargers are inefficient. The car is already cool and unique enough. As well, a roller cam has no issues with present-day engine oils.
I would replace the head bolts especially under forced induction I've had issues w at least one build I didn't do on a sbc where they used the old bolts and when I started beating on it decent it blew both head gaskets one night
A 454 Chev engine without forced induction will last forever with just a bare bones rebuild. I have a 5.7 litre Chevrolet LS1 V8 engine which has Done 363,132 kilometres & while I have replaced the hydraulic lifters ,oil seals & gaskets in it the crankshaft & camshaft bearings are all original as we as the piston rings. The last time that I checked the dipstick it hadn't used any oil so the big V8's seem to last forever,I bought it with about 182,000 kilometres on the be odometer in 2008 then I put another 181,000 kilometres on it !
If you are going to push any decent level of boost(10+ psi) then I seriously doubt those tired, old, soft valve springs are gonna have an easy time closing the intake valves. Have fun with that!
Are you planning to at least shim your springs up to make sure they have good seat pressure? Should have those cylinder heads milled to lower the cc’s a little with running forced induction... Great Video’s Sir, Glad I ran across this! 🤟
I believe he said that he's getting higher rate valve springs and lapping the valves. no reason to skim the head if they're in spec (which they should be being iron) low compression is ideal in a supercharged setup without an intercooler.
@@ChristmasCrustacean1 Naw man! There is ALWAYS a reason to surface cylinder heads when an engine is apart, ESPECIALLY when doing work to them!! I grew up in my Pop’s engine shop & at the racetrack, and have been racing & building myself now since I was a teenager (for nearly 20yrs.) Not trying to argue, or strong arm anyone. Just trying to give some friendly advice, so no worries. Take care!
You should talk to motion raceworks. I'm sure they have some sort of aftermarket alternator bracket that will provide mounting place for mechanical fuel pump
I replaced my my intermiadate shaft bearings with long threaded rod, nuts, washers and used a matching dia. wheel hub puck. You could rent a wheel hub press kit, maybe free from the auto store? Don't say no just yet...
Most auto parts stores have specialty tools you can borrow (in my experience they ask for a license or something for collateral) or rent very cheap! So the cost of a slide hammer shouldn't be a concern.
The lack of mechanical fuel pump provision might not be that bad long term if you wanted to get into fuel injection down the road (be it a high dollar Holley EFI, or a "lowish" buck GM Throttle body setup).
I've reused head bolts but on a n/a motor and but they were a month old.. reusing old ones on a boosted application definitely not worth the risk but if you can't find them in time what can you do lol
Pre-LS small blocks and these big blocks do not use torque to yield bolts. Easiest way to tell is from the torque spec, if there is a degree measurement or something similar they are torque to yield. That said, replacement is still a good idea.
One last video for the weekend! When editing the start of this engine miniseries these three kinda just came together and made sense to split in this way, so I figured I'd go all-out and get them done in time for the weekend. Unfortunately I don't have a fourth ready to go so don't get your hopes up! I'll continue working on this car and this series of videos but I can't give a timeframe for the release of the next episode.
It's all good. 3 episodes in just as many days is a surprise enough.
Yeah, really - I expected them to be released every week or so, which would have been fine and awesome. Not that I complain, but... Just take your time. I really appreciate every upload. :)
You're one of two channels that I actually have notifications set to, so this weekend has been amazing watching the big block rebuild. That said, quality over quantity! Love your videos and am looking forward to the next!
Thx for the mass release. :)
Thank you for 3 uploads in a weekend, love it.
Ronald Finger
: It’s illegal to upload this quickly! Slow down!
Fuzzy Dice Projects 6 hours later: Engine Rebuild go brrrrrr
this guy is like a more down-to-earth chrisfix. I appreciate your video style.
Three. Uploads. In one weekend.
Hell's ordering millions of snowblowers as we type.
I know absolutely nothing about cars, how they work, what all these confusing parts do, or ever plan to do any of this. Yet this is so rewarding and entertaining for me to watch.
Personally I find the disassembly - cleaning - reassembly/painting process super rewarding as there is such a massive visual difference between before and after! Excellent video as always.
Dude you are doing things exactly like I did in the early 90s, all sandpaper, brakleen, and blue glue. It will run, you'll have a great time, but as you get older and learn more, you'll look back on these times and grin as you ask your buddy while having a beer......" man you remember that ol big block firebird with the blower??" Whag an awesome car........ you go dude, you're going to have alot of fun
The Ricky Bobby, "I don't know what to do with my hands!" is epic.
In the past 48 hours, everytime I've sat down to go to the bathroom I've had a new video. What a time to be alive
Swipe while you wipe!
7:08 on the right are the rear lower control arms from the Datsun lol. Those were a nightmare to get off.
Yep! Those were in the junk pile. Because they are JUNK
You should consider cleaning the crank with Emory cloth. I've done it on a few engines and it's like the poor man's polish.
I really like the idea of re-using the parts you have. Many people can't get the shiniest fancy part and it's cool to see someone rebuild stock. I can tell you are dreading the clean up of this engine but I can't wait to see it. Thanks for sharing :)
Rediscovering this channel I used to watch when I was a kid and you were doing airsoft videos I thought the channel named sounded familiar
Hey, thanks for the trio of videos!
It's great to see what you've been up to, and I'm glad to see other folks in Maryland working on cars!
This is the gift that keeps on giving
Budget engines like that usually are. I didn't expect the oil pump to be missing.
3 vids in just about 1 day?!?! You Sir are a true god, and you made my weekend soooo much better!
I really like how you put the dates of filming in the videos and description.
YEAH BOI this is the content stream we all need in these times
The way you make your videos, makes me skip others because yours are so good.
I've built hundreds of engines. Looks good to me. I'd send it.
I'm excited about this. This is incredibly informative. I'm learning a lot.
He doesn't know what he's doing don't follow his example plenty of better chanel's that know what there doing
Refresh our memory, most haven't been here since the beginning
You are spoiling us! 😎
Keep up the good work.
Just found your channel and I'm enjoying your videos. 🙂
AliExpress works well for me when I need specialist cheap tools and have time. You'll pay a fraction of what a conventional retailer charges for the same tool.
I'm doing similar to a ford 351 Windsor. Really just putting new rotating assembly bearings and some gaskets and seals. It's been sitting for 30 years so I had to tear into it to freshen it up for use.
You're going to have to replace the oil pan bolts since you mentioned there was only 2 bolts holding the oil pan on.
😂😂👍
My exact reaction upon seeing this video:
"He's uploaded again?!? Come on!"
You've made my breakfast better cheers!
I like your concept: 1) Boost it, 2) Send it
It's been a hot minute since the last build. I'm looking forward to this one in particular because I'm a Firebird Fan and Owner (original owner 1983 Firebird S/E)
Thanks for the 3 videos. I love your channel and patiently wait for you're videos. This weekend was a treat.
Wow 3 videos in 48 hrs!! That’s just fantastic, Please keep up the great work 👍
I would say you should port the valves for better flow. If you are going to supercharge you NEED to get new head bolts. Probably check condition of main cap bolts
RVS is magic. Throw that stuff in the engine if the budget allows for it.
This is great bro, we are getting this ice storm here so I've been on the couch watching your episodes for the past 2 days.
I like the DIY stuff you are doing. I have done some of the same with an engine I built. I wonder if I have ever seen you around at some of the car meets.
Video after video after video. nice work man
BY THE WAY.... I ABSOLUTELY LOVE YOUR VIDEOS ! YOU AND YOUR FORMAT TOTALLY WORKS AND IS VERY ENGAGING ! DON'T CHANGE A THING AND KEEP FIXING ENGINES !
I'D LOVE TO SEE YOU DO A STROKER PONTIAC ENGINE... A GREAT PLATFORM IS THE 400 BLOCK WITH AN EASY STROKER KIT FROM BUTLER PERFORMANCE...
So glad I have new stuff to watch
Only decision of your I have disagreed with reusing the head bolts. I never do that, who know what metal fatigue and the initial stretch from the factory torque is going to do to effect your final assembly torque and their longevity. They are also cheap enough. Each to their own though, love the videos.
I recommend dipping the heads and block in an electrolysis bath to work all the rust out.
Using a one piece rear main seal instead of the old rope seal is going to be *so nice*.
It looks like you caught that engine just in time, wouldn’t have taken long for it to get into forward shape with that much water in it… Thanks for the videos, cheers!
I know these came out really fast but in dying for episode 16
You should replace the cam.
I wouldn’t risk it.
He obviously doesn't know what he's doing
He obviously doesn't know what he's doing
Why? What is the risk?
@@reallyhappenings5597 The lobes going flat and infesting the new bearings. Destroying the motor.
That cam is 100% required to be replaced. It will shred the lobes and blow metal all through the oil passages.
I dont know if you realize this but you have a 4 bolt main block with a steel crank. You did very well for 200 bucks.
No FUCKING WAY! ANOTHER UPLOAD!? THANK YOU!!!
You’re killing me here with all these episodes I love it
Yo best weekend ever. THREE UPLOADS??!?! What a mad lad
If I could actually physically do the work, I'd definitely be down to trying this. Your channel is definitely inspiring.
Oh Fuzzy you spoil us!
Sandpaper on crank journals!? This is so hard to watch AND I LOVE IT
Damn, I'm hooked again, can"t wait for the rest of it!
Pumping these out crazy fast, good fun to watch
Opened episode 13 in a tab to watch later, watched 14 thinking it was the same episode. saw you upload this and was like "wow! two in one day". then I realized episode 13 was in my suggestions, unwatched, and my mind sorta blew up
Another video? Seriously this is awesome!
Should have done a 400 Pontiac. The late 70’s engines can be had for cheap. You would need to move the mounts . Transmission would be you only boggle . None the less this is interesting, I can’t wait to see how it turns out
$200 engine special...hell yeah! "Rebuild" it and drive it until she blows...
Dude I am fed! 3 episodes? This is like christmas!
Woot! What a sweet weekend!
I subscribed because of the content and the speed contend released. Keeps my impatient mind interested.
Cant wait to see it back to life please show the full rebuild assembly
I'm excited to see the roots blower rebuild.
Pow pow pow power 💥
I need more episodes!! Great work my guy!
Fuzzy Dice marathon? Is it Christmas already?
Its really easy to make your own cam install tool with a junk can shaft it's what I use and I run a pro rod shop and never had a problem
Not a bad idea! Now that I have a leftover BBC cam I suppose that would have been an option. I have seen some various custom tools like an expansion plug that seem to work well too. I suppose I didn't have as many excuses for not replacing them as I talked about!
Loving the constant stream of content
4:30 if you look carefully you can see the bearing material is actually cracked and is separating. Not sure how long that's going to hold up
I'm pretty sure those are just scratches from removing the camshaft, but I suppose I can't be sure. I end up messing up the bearings even worse before it goes back together so at least it'll be educational to see if they hold up haha.
I can't resist commenting. Just my five cents because we don't have pennies in Canada anymore. I would've splurged for a mild hydraulic roller cam and a high-rise dual plane intake. Lots of low and midrange torque and throttle response and much less hassle. Those old superchargers are inefficient. The car is already cool and unique enough. As well, a roller cam has no issues with present-day engine oils.
Your a mad man! I love it
HOLY SHIT ANOTHER ONE!
I would replace the head bolts especially under forced induction I've had issues w at least one build I didn't do on a sbc where they used the old bolts and when I started beating on it decent it blew both head gaskets one night
There's a Volvo on wood blocks at 1:30
Oh hell yeah. You're spoiling us!
A 454 Chev engine without forced induction will last forever with just a bare bones rebuild.
I have a 5.7 litre Chevrolet LS1 V8 engine which has Done 363,132 kilometres & while I have replaced the hydraulic lifters ,oil seals & gaskets in it the crankshaft & camshaft bearings are all original as we as the piston rings.
The last time that I checked the dipstick it hadn't used any oil so the big V8's seem to last forever,I bought it with about 182,000 kilometres on the be odometer in 2008 then I put another 181,000 kilometres on it !
Going to be a nice build, enjoy watching the series.
Loving the videos coming out supper fast keep it up bro ✊🏻
Hell yeah. I like multiple videos edited at once
If you are going to push any decent level of boost(10+ psi) then I seriously doubt those tired, old, soft valve springs are gonna have an easy time closing the intake valves. Have fun with that!
The head bolts I believe are torque to yield, so your gonna need new head bolts
I have same engine. What cam did you go with? Love the low buck videos.
Bud u can do the cam bearings with a allthread rod and 4 washers the od of the bearings
Are you planning to at least shim your springs up to make sure they have good seat pressure? Should have those cylinder heads milled to lower the cc’s a little with running forced induction... Great Video’s Sir, Glad I ran across this! 🤟
I believe he said that he's getting higher rate valve springs and lapping the valves.
no reason to skim the head if they're in spec (which they should be being iron) low compression is ideal in a supercharged setup without an intercooler.
@@ChristmasCrustacean1 Naw man! There is ALWAYS a reason to surface cylinder heads when an engine is apart, ESPECIALLY when doing work to them!! I grew up in my Pop’s engine shop & at the racetrack, and have been racing & building myself now since I was a teenager (for nearly 20yrs.) Not trying to argue, or strong arm anyone. Just trying to give some friendly advice, so no worries. Take care!
Budget is pog.
I do wholly recommend tri metal bearings for your replacements
You should talk to motion raceworks. I'm sure they have some sort of aftermarket alternator bracket that will provide mounting place for mechanical fuel pump
I replaced my my intermiadate shaft bearings with long threaded rod, nuts, washers and used a matching dia. wheel hub puck. You could rent a wheel hub press kit, maybe free from the auto store? Don't say no just yet...
See, the loose tolerance on the piston walls=more boost before pew
Nani 3 episode in a row :O
3 videos in 24 hours?! I must be dreaming
Most auto parts stores have specialty tools you can borrow (in my experience they ask for a license or something for collateral) or rent very cheap! So the cost of a slide hammer shouldn't be a concern.
3 videos?????? Keep them coming!!
Pumping these videos out like babies 🥵
Love the series keep it up man
Cam bearings are critical, go to NAPA and they will sell you the bearings and Loan you a cam bearing installer set.
It'll run 👌
Nice video
those cam bearings look fine, run em lol
What could go wrong
The lack of mechanical fuel pump provision might not be that bad long term if you wanted to get into fuel injection down the road (be it a high dollar Holley EFI, or a "lowish" buck GM Throttle body setup).
I've reused head bolts but on a n/a motor and but they were a month old.. reusing old ones on a boosted application definitely not worth the risk but if you can't find them in time what can you do lol
YOU LOOKED AT THE CAM BEARINGS!!!!
You CURSED YOURSELF NOO
Never look at the GD cam bearings. Idiot.....
So I frown upon reusing factory head bolts and main bolts because they are stretch to yield torque bolts. I would have spent the money on arp bolts
Pre-LS small blocks and these big blocks do not use torque to yield bolts. Easiest way to tell is from the torque spec, if there is a degree measurement or something similar they are torque to yield. That said, replacement is still a good idea.
no they are not.