Dude are you even freakin serious????? I know I’m late to the party but this is as close to STEP BY STEP instructions as you could ever get!!! Great work! When it’s time to do my 212 I’ll be coming here and ordering through your links and following your video. Thank you so much for this!
absolutely wonderful video, from someone who can do this blind folded or someone who has never seen the inside of an engine with your videos they should feel like a pro
fasteddie3333-bought this stage 4 kit followed instructions, my motor seems very tight, I am sure it's the valve lash. Been running it 4 month's ,Karting RWB-Winning a lot, very hard to start, once it is running no problem. I went back looked at your valve position and ,002 & .003.-curently running .005 both valves. i will reset them after reviewing. Thanks Guys-JIR Raceway-Maxville ,FL
Absolutely love the new start tune.If you heard it though my speakers connected to the comp...wow,was I surprised.(Maybe neighbors too.LoL).I hope you and yours continue to be Blessed.
I'm 67 years old and I used to rebuild automatic transmissions for a living and I have to say at 4 minutes and 29 seconds in your video I like your organizational skills, most people in my trade did not have that and their bench looked like a pile of crap all the time. I used to start with an empty bench and when I was done I had an empty bench not **** laying all over the place, and I would lay everything out nice and neat in the order it came out and it made it so much easier
@Jesse 4R it is his channel and he can do as he pleases with it. Just my opinion, it distracts from the video. But like I said it is his channel and he can put the music as loud as he pleases.
I am new into mechanics. And small engines is my starting place. Thank you for the link in the description. I am going to make this my first project go kart.
I always enjoy your videos I never knew the small engine world was so big and I've learned a lot from watching you and others building them keep it up in can't wait to see this running.
Just recently have gotten into minibikes and go karts. Going to be enhancing some motors soon. Thank you so much for the awesome videos and tutorials. Go Red!
I've never used them in my shop, but I know a few companies make taps for use in the field that are specifically designed to be driven by impact guns...to be fair I've only seen them in the 1"-8TPI range.
Greg that was brilliant mate, the time you and becca must have spent on filming that , stop starting for angles to shoot the best shots from to the Voice over and explanation of everything then the Hours spent in Editing it to a finished video. A Huge thankyou for all that work I think that you have a excellent tutorial for a lot of people to refer to ( IF you could even buy a Predator engine in Australia it would be handy Lol) In watching that I thought of something you are lacking and might want to incorporate into your tools How about building a Multi Mount Engine stand at the right height (AND weight to stand the vibrations) for you to work on it . This would be, when you finish an engine, you can mount it to the stand for the run in period instead of waiting for a suitable frame or Kart to put it in it would make it easier to fine tune the engine on the stand, adjust anything and also do the first oil change after the run in period etc You then have a completely finished engine on the shelf or ready to be used immediately you have, what ever it is you are putting it in. Saves the back in bending over, and standing on the engine, while you are trying it out just after the build ! Grin who mate maybe a saleable Item for other Engine builders out their ? Tony From Western Australia
Gday Tony, I Googled the Predictor eng. and u can get them in Australia but the same eng. that costs around $200 costs around $700 here!!! Might be cheaper to have one Shipped over.!? Spent a couple of years in MUKINBUDDIN and SOUTHERN CROSS In the 70s. (Frikin FLY'S!!!!!!!!!!) in my teens:) Don from Melbourne
I like that lamp in the background. You’ll shoot your eye out. My favorite Christmas movie. I just did a 212 non hemi build. I did your governor removal like this vid shows along with a flat top piston, aluminum flywheel, mod 2 cam, 22mm carb, 22pd springs and a header pipe. I’m not going to be pushing this engine really hard so I hope the rod will hold up. I have a billet rod and flywheel and a 265 cam 24mm carb I’m putting in another engine I just got from harbor freight along with other stuff I have to order. Your videos really help alot.
Started watching your channel. Subscribed after one video I think this one, and now there is a predator 212 (hemi) in my living room with the stage one kit.
Kool video, your getting really good at this now!! Was considering a pit bike project to test my skills, but these small engines are starting to look appealing. Thank you an keep up the great work!
Okay ..I must say this was a very nice and educational video!! I just dont know why after a beautiful build you would not turn that puppy on for us to hear how beautiful the work was.... I dont know after all that time spent watching at the end I was stumped.
Damn I love these videos. There's something so satisfying about watching you guys build these little engines.. This one is damn good looking too. It's almost a crime to hide that rod and flywheel inside of this motor though!!!!
I bought a Honda VTX 1800cc engine , carb and wiring harness with 4,000 miles for 560 bucks . I put it in my little 2 seater buggy. Best thing is it's a driveshaft motor . I used a dana 44 shortened rear end and driveshaft from a jeep wj . Cost was 100 bucks . Then had a driveshft guy fit one end to accept the honda yoke .
Me : I can do this I’m going to Harbor freight tomorrow Link : everything is $965 Me : 😵🤯 why put $900 worth of parts on a $100 engine Also me : ehh I’ll save up 🤣😅
You will also need jets to tune the carburetor. I did a hemi using a mod 2 cam, 18 psi valve springs,header, billet flywheel and rod.The carb is a 22 round slide Mikuni, (the 24 flat slide is a better piece). Never removed the head, my Grand daughter ran 65 MPH in 1/8 mile in her Jr. Dragster with it.
@@RedBeardsGarage Yes. You are correct. I don't like most of the music you choose to use, honestly. And I don't watch all your videos. If the subject matter looks interesting, I will watch. But I can only stand so much of the "beats" before I have to dip.
@Jesse 4R It's music perfect for you, I suppose. Music is subjective. We all have differing tastes. I am a fan of old blues, roots, alt.country and old school country. I don't need to subscribe because these vids pop up in my recommended just about every time. I am subbed to Cars and Camera's, though, and watch ALL their vids.
Twenty five thousandths clearance on that rod bearing? 🤢 Hearing that motor run will sound like the jehovahs wintesses at my front door "KNOCK KNOCK KNOCK!!!"
Little tip, not sure if the head ports where actually polished, they didn’t look like it but you do not want polished ports on a carbureted engine that goes for cars as well, you need the ports to be a little rough so the fuel gets atomized, you can run into problems like fouling out plugs like crazy not making the desired power and it can even hydro lock the engine. I’m sure you wouldn’t notice it on an application like this but it is the fact.
I love red beards garage and cars and cameras! However!!! When I am trying to build something I always end up here for the proper way. Because sometimes, it won't be fine!!!
Awww damn I was thinking of building my 212 that I'm putting in my bicycle and making basically a makeshift motorcycle and this vid made everything look like nothing 🤣
i love this channel its so informative and very professional Red Beard my friend you are amazing and i love what you do on this channel and how you help others thru your plethora of knowledge thank you so much for everything you do on this channel.
Greg miss-spoke -Rod to crank clearance is @.0025 - two and a half thousandths, not 25 thousandths (.025) . the plastigauge will tell you the correct tolerance , as does ARC who made the rod. Take note of the 2 ball bearings and brass cam bushing in the side cover, a very nice piece. At 13:08, see the nice full across contact the valve compound shows for flywheel and crankshaft mating.
@@RedBeardsGarage It's cool Greg, you are a fine teacher. The best teachers this old fossil had were entertaining and actually good at the subject they taught.
I am going to build this 20hp engine, which would you prefer and why, Preditor 212, Preditor Hemi 212, Tillitson or Tillitson electric start? Also isn’t there a Tillitson that has a pressure oiling system and if so what cc is it? Thanks, love your videos, that is what convinced me to build this engine for my Coleman mini-bike.
If you do an electric start, good luck finding a way to run a billet flywheel and still have a charging system for the battery. I've been racking my mind for months trying to figure it out.
Wow,,, nice stuff going on here. I cannot even find a set up for my 79 cc Predator. Nor can I find a clutch/converter plate that will work on 5/8 shaft. I have a good mind to return the 79cc and buy a 212, then build a bike frame that will compensate it. That way I can upgrade the motor so it will pass cars. LOL
I'd like to see a hemi version built to the max! Like Patrick Smith I can now take apart and rebuild my 212 hemi predator thanks to RBG! I am building a BBR tuning motorized bicycle with this motor. Any hints to make it fit appreciated as it is very tight. Also can I make it produce 12 volt for lights as I want to make it road legal. Never did any mechanical work in the past RBG is a great teacher!
You make these videos straight to the point, You explain every thing very clear and you dont waste no ones time. Thank you Greg, Ryan!
Kurt Lamprecht you’re the worst kind of person
K
@@kurtlamprecht93 im not sure what that was about man but it was kinda cringy
Haha my thoughts exactly 😂 my plan is to just buy the tilotson built 212 eventually and stick with my stage 1 kit with gov bypass 😅
I am 62 yo and I can now take apart a clone engine and change out and modify. i learned by watching RB.. Thank you
Thank you for supporting us
Simon Roscoe nothing like taking it apart realizing everything is missing and you can’t put it back together
Dude are you even freakin serious????? I know I’m late to the party but this is as close to STEP BY STEP instructions as you could ever get!!! Great work! When it’s time to do my 212 I’ll be coming here and ordering through your links and following your video. Thank you so much for this!
This would be a good choice of engine for a 2003 mazda protege
And let's not forget 4 turbos
Use the predator as a gigantic "nacho" rotor for a wankel engine.
9th p@@burneyfeg2768 >>>7 8 8777777777777777788
Lol
Lmao I have a 03 Protegé5 😂
absolutely wonderful video, from someone who can do this blind folded or someone who has never seen the inside of an engine with your videos they should feel like a pro
Dont mind me, im just here watching some stuff im never gonna do
Said every UA-cam viewer ever.
Did I ask
2beasty23 yes
Until your kid gets a mini bike and you ride it. And your like, yeah... I can do this! And so it begins!!
Lol look at the likes 123
Awesome build video, now im going to make a cut cover for clearance checks.
fasteddie3333-bought this stage 4 kit followed instructions, my motor seems very tight, I am sure it's the valve lash. Been running it 4 month's ,Karting RWB-Winning a lot, very hard to start, once it is running no problem. I went back looked at your valve position and ,002 & .003.-curently running .005 both valves. i will reset them after reviewing. Thanks Guys-JIR Raceway-Maxville ,FL
Absolutely love the new start tune.If you heard it though my speakers connected to the comp...wow,was I surprised.(Maybe neighbors too.LoL).I hope you and yours continue to be Blessed.
I'm 67 years old and I used to rebuild automatic transmissions for a living and I have to say at 4 minutes and 29 seconds in your video I like your organizational skills, most people in my trade did not have that and their bench looked like a pile of crap all the time. I used to start with an empty bench and when I was done I had an empty bench not **** laying all over the place, and I would lay everything out nice and neat in the order it came out and it made it so much easier
Never thought about removing the governor gear. Now that i think about it, why haven't I? Less rotating mass. Good work Greg! 👍
I Have a Baja warrior mini bike I like working on them and your videos helped me out a lot thank you very much for making your videos
Great video man. I agree about the music. Don't use it or at least turn it way down.
@Jesse 4R it is his channel and he can do as he pleases with it. Just my opinion, it distracts from the video. But like I said it is his channel and he can put the music as loud as he pleases.
I am new into mechanics. And small engines is my starting place. Thank you for the link in the description. I am going to make this my first project go kart.
I always enjoy your videos I never knew the small engine world was so big and I've learned a lot from watching you and others building them keep it up in can't wait to see this running.
Just recently have gotten into minibikes and go karts. Going to be enhancing some motors soon. Thank you so much for the awesome videos and tutorials. Go Red!
With an impact to cut threads. Oh god.
He obviously graduated from jerry rig university 😂😂
Hes built tons of em and never had a problem so geuss itll be fine
I've never used them in my shop, but I know a few companies make taps for use in the field that are specifically designed to be driven by impact guns...to be fair I've only seen them in the 1"-8TPI range.
That's what I was thinking
Do the same all the time when I have 50 holes to tap never had any trouble. Everybody is a critic on UA-cam.
Awesome detailed video.i am currently tearing down a 212 that came out of a generac generator.this is my first build
Greg that was brilliant mate, the time you and becca must have spent on filming that , stop starting for angles to shoot the best shots from to the Voice over and explanation of everything then the Hours spent in Editing it to a finished video.
A Huge thankyou for all that work I think that you have a excellent tutorial for a lot of people to refer to ( IF you could even buy a Predator engine in Australia it would be handy Lol)
In watching that I thought of something you are lacking and might want to incorporate into your tools
How about building a Multi Mount Engine stand at the right height (AND weight to stand the vibrations) for you to work on it .
This would be, when you finish an engine, you can mount it to the stand for the run in period instead of waiting for a suitable frame or Kart to put it in
it would make it easier to fine tune the engine on the stand, adjust anything and also do the first oil change after the run in period etc
You then have a completely finished engine on the shelf or ready to be used immediately you have, what ever it is you are putting it in.
Saves the back in bending over, and standing on the engine, while you are trying it out just after the build !
Grin who mate maybe a saleable Item for other Engine builders out their ?
Tony From Western Australia
Gday Tony,
I Googled the Predictor eng. and u can get them in Australia
but the same eng. that costs around $200 costs around $700 here!!!
Might be cheaper to have one Shipped over.!?
Spent a couple of years in MUKINBUDDIN and SOUTHERN CROSS
In the 70s. (Frikin FLY'S!!!!!!!!!!) in my teens:)
Don from Melbourne
I like that lamp in the background. You’ll shoot your eye out. My favorite Christmas movie. I just did a 212 non hemi build. I did your governor removal like this vid shows along with a flat top piston, aluminum flywheel, mod 2 cam, 22mm carb, 22pd springs and a header pipe. I’m not going to be pushing this engine really hard so I hope the rod will hold up. I have a billet rod and flywheel and a 265 cam 24mm carb I’m putting in another engine I just got from harbor freight along with other stuff I have to order. Your videos really help alot.
I'd love to see that on a longtail mud motor kit! Before and after results
Started watching your channel. Subscribed after one video I think this one, and now there is a predator 212 (hemi) in my living room with the stage one kit.
That is awesome! lol
My Hemi is all tore down , parts are here so im slowly getting it together.
I caught your slight of hand trick when installing the rings on the piston. Good video.
Kool video, your getting really good at this now!! Was considering a pit bike project to test my skills, but these small engines are starting to look appealing. Thank you an keep up the great work!
Glad to see videos like this since I've been planning a similar project but with a stroker kit as well.
Had to stop half way thru.... Great vid man . Showing how to use the plastigage. Great quality and editing man . I shall continue now😂
Thank you brother
Can you explain further on crankshaft bearing should it not be in spec using plasti-gauge, are valves set TDC ?
Okay ..I must say this was a very nice and educational video!! I just dont know why after a beautiful build you would not turn that puppy on for us to hear how beautiful the work was.... I dont know after all that time spent watching at the end I was stumped.
Wait,did you say,"Non-Hemi?" Okayyy.Go on,I'm listening.
Redbeard has the best tutorials
Damn I love these videos. There's something so satisfying about watching you guys build these little engines.. This one is damn good looking too. It's almost a crime to hide that rod and flywheel inside of this motor though!!!!
Literally couldn’t have made it any clearer, very nice !
Man you got balls tapping with an impact
Excellent clarity, breakdown, and attention to detail that thing is going to rip!!
Redbeard, That should be 2 and a half thousands or 25 ten thousands clearance on the rod.
I have learned so MUCH watching you your explanation as you go along is PRICLESS thank you!
for all this work you may as well get a genuine honda 196cc block. i imagine it would last much longer
I got a genuine honda.
I bought a Honda VTX 1800cc engine , carb and wiring harness with 4,000 miles for 560 bucks . I put it in my little 2 seater buggy. Best thing is it's a driveshaft motor . I used a dana 44 shortened rear end and driveshaft from a jeep wj . Cost was 100 bucks . Then had a driveshft guy fit one end to accept the honda yoke .
I would love to see this build on ur dyno would make great content 😊
What kind of clutch did you use on the 212 Predator stage 4 rebuild
Great job RB! Going to build at least 2 of these to start cart season with!
Thank you for the amazing upload !
I like how he just sends the tap with the impact. MINT!
Me : I can do this I’m going to Harbor freight tomorrow
Link : everything is $965
Me : 😵🤯 why put $900 worth of parts on a $100 engine
Also me : ehh I’ll save up 🤣😅
You will also need jets to tune the carburetor. I did a hemi using a mod 2 cam, 18 psi valve springs,header, billet flywheel and rod.The carb is a 22 round slide Mikuni, (the 24 flat slide is a better piece). Never removed the head, my Grand daughter ran 65 MPH in 1/8 mile in her Jr. Dragster with it.
barbie ang lol 😂
I haven't done the 22hp build yet but I've done 4 of the 16hp builds and they haul ass already I cant imagine how much faster 6 more hp would make it
barbie ang lmao I’d rather drop 1k and get a 1000cc motor off a street bike and actually have something that boogies
barbie ang thanks I was sitting here trying to do all the math😂
That washer eatin up that flywheel.
Whenever I spaced the coil and flywheel gab, I just grabbed the nearest sheet of paper lol
Business card works too, only thing I've ever used
Yep
The best channel on youtube
Loose the loud music it drowns out your voice tremendously
The music is why I have not subbed to this channel. Too many "beats" to watch on a regular basis.
It sounds like a 90s episode of two guys garage Music Choice sucks
LensRc so you will watch videos but not subscribe for music that I use in 35% of my videos?
@@RedBeardsGarage Yes. You are correct. I don't like most of the music you choose to use, honestly. And I don't watch all your videos. If the subject matter looks interesting, I will watch. But I can only stand so much of the "beats" before I have to dip.
@Jesse 4R It's music perfect for you, I suppose. Music is subjective. We all have differing tastes. I am a fan of old blues, roots, alt.country and old school country. I don't need to subscribe because these vids pop up in my recommended just about every time. I am subbed to Cars and Camera's, though, and watch ALL their vids.
Nice detailed build red. Can see everything and music is good, overall 9+. Cant wait to see the mini bike rip.
I'm wondering why you didn't verify the piston ring end gaps?
Was thinking that too
Should have but it's easy to forget to add something to the video. Ton of editing in this style video.
No idea why I watched this entire video at 2am, but it was satisfying
Prove the 22hp. Everyone today seems to be throwing out numbers. Next video “75hp 212” with a higher lift cam.
There’s a website bro
That build was badass. I want to build one now.
It still boggles my mind that a built small block 212 makes more power than my mild gx390 big block
Block car
Excellent video!!! No details left out. Thanks for that. I'm amped up to mod a predator motor lol
Me watching this acting like I’ll be able to do this
It can’t really be that hard just take your time and follow the directions he gives and make sure you have the right tools I plan to do this
Excellent tutorial on the build, now the fun starts. How easy is it to tune, jetting and timing?
.025"? rod bearing clearance? I think it is .0025
'
that intake tubes going to pull some wicked vacuum!!
larry
Connecting rod clearence correction. It should be 2.5 thousandths not 25 thousandths.
Correct... Slight slip of the tongue. Done it many times myself lol
Great video. If I had to something I could do without it would be the music.
And if you didn't have the correct plasti gauge clearance?
Different bearings
send it anyway.
Can't wait to see and hear that engine. Great video
Literally cars and cameras get destroyed everytime this dude makes a build
Haha nop... the 670 ? The death kart ?
It'll be fine.
tony 12083 that was bad👍I miss that old mower
@@jeffshearer5125 they should race one time or do something
I don’t see these channels as competition to each other. They each have niches and compliment each other well actually.
Looks bad ass! Cant wait to see that bad boy in the mini bike!
Why not just buy a 22 horse engine for half the price
The over all size
Have you heard of size plus the 670 does not make 22hp without upgrades
Very good presentation. Great Camera work...love the music!
Twenty five thousandths clearance on that rod bearing? 🤢
Hearing that motor run will sound like the jehovahs wintesses at my front door "KNOCK KNOCK KNOCK!!!"
Think he meant 25 tenths.
Jason J 25 ten thousandths.
It’s easy to mess u
Thou and ten thou
Little tip, not sure if the head ports where actually polished, they didn’t look like it but you do not want polished ports on a carbureted engine that goes for cars as well, you need the ports to be a little rough so the fuel gets atomized, you can run into problems like fouling out plugs like crazy not making the desired power and it can even hydro lock the engine. I’m sure you wouldn’t notice it on an application like this but it is the fact.
i dont mind intros, but when there 31 seconds long... *yikes*
Everyone has an opinion. Great thing is you can skip right past it if it's that big of an inconvenience for you.
31 seconds is too much time for you? Wow.
k how bou everyone like stfu before I cash yall outside, is my opinion to much to handle? stfu then
DjTittieMilk - I’ll cash you outside. How bout dat?
@@seth_5394 do it *Seth*
Thank you for tapping with the drill! People FREAK when I do that.
I use one every time and never messed one up.
Seems like polishing a turd...
Great video and content 🇺🇸
The best how to video I've seen !!!
Any music over a build video is crap but this music takes that to another level. The basement.
I love red beards garage and cars and cameras! However!!! When I am trying to build something I always end up here for the proper way. Because sometimes, it won't be fine!!!
😃😀😄😆😂
I see what you did there 😂
Red Beard is back y’all, can’t wait for more videos!!!!!
Great video but the impact when you tapped that hole made me tense up 😂
This is so badass
Awww damn I was thinking of building my 212 that I'm putting in my bicycle and making basically a makeshift motorcycle and this vid made everything look like nothing 🤣
Excellent video, really good step by step instructions thank you brother and keep it up.
i love this channel its so informative and very professional Red Beard my friend you are amazing and i love what you do on this channel and how you help others thru your plethora of knowledge thank you so much for everything you do on this channel.
Great video that is very informative yet simple to understand. I just so happen to have an eerily similar setup and I love it !
Glad it was helpful!
You are so good at that how did you not brack it or forget a step
That thing is going to overheat like crazy!
Never overheated once and the guy that has it now races with it and hasn't had a problem
Greg miss-spoke -Rod to crank clearance is @.0025 - two and a half thousandths, not 25 thousandths (.025) . the plastigauge will tell you the correct tolerance , as does ARC who made the rod. Take note of the 2 ball bearings and brass cam bushing in the side cover, a very nice piece. At 13:08, see the nice full across contact the valve compound shows for flywheel and crankshaft mating.
Yeah didn't realize I didn't until you said something. Now I will never get over that lol. Thanks for watching.
@@RedBeardsGarage It's cool Greg, you are a fine teacher. The best teachers this old fossil had were entertaining and actually good at the subject they taught.
@@RedBeardsGarage Especially after I seen and heard lol. Good video as always...
Love these videos, just can't get enough.
I am going to build this 20hp engine, which would you prefer and why, Preditor 212, Preditor Hemi 212, Tillitson or Tillitson electric start? Also isn’t there a Tillitson that has a pressure oiling system and if so what cc is it? Thanks, love your videos, that is what convinced me to build this engine for my Coleman mini-bike.
If you do an electric start, good luck finding a way to run a billet flywheel and still have a charging system for the battery. I've been racking my mind for months trying to figure it out.
Wow,,, nice stuff going on here. I cannot even find a set up for my 79 cc Predator. Nor can I find a clutch/converter plate that will work on 5/8 shaft. I have a good mind to return the 79cc and buy a 212, then build a bike frame that will compensate it. That way I can upgrade the motor so it will pass cars. LOL
Man first of all I love that mini Christmas Story lamp🤌🤣 sweet....and can I just have you build my engine for my kart lol NICE ENGINE BUILD MAN👍
Dam proud of ya doing great work. With help from Go Power sports.
You have gained 6,000 Subs in 3 weeks
All I did was read the title and instantly I said I WANT ONE !
I'd like to see a hemi version built to the max! Like Patrick Smith I can now take apart and rebuild my 212 hemi predator thanks to RBG! I am building a BBR tuning motorized bicycle with this motor. Any hints to make it fit appreciated as it is very tight. Also can I make it produce 12 volt for lights as I want to make it road legal. Never did any mechanical work in the past RBG is a great teacher!
Awesome video. Great detail and i really like the side note on what size tool your using.
Awesome build, very informative! Have a great day . Keith
Oil ring, the center piece is not the scraper, it's the expander /spacer for the upper and lower scraper rings.
25 thousandths clearance on the rod cap ??? BOOM !! Think you meant 2.5 thou. Also highly recommend some Loctite on all the bolts.
Always love these engine build videos!
When you used the hand drill to tap the hole like that, the machinist inside me was screaming.
Great video and that motor is going to me insane