Over 50 years ago I was engineer on LCM-8 landingcraft. They had four 6-71 engines and no two engines were the same but they all had the same parts. What a versatile piece of machinery it is.
Late 1970s early 80s I worked for a bus company out of Brisbane Queensland, Australia. Had a few V6-71s, completely stripped one down for rebuild, rings, bearings etc. All the bolts were 3/8 UNC into the block, UNF nuts on studs, 9/16 spanner, when I git to the end of the job I was short 2 short bolts but had 2 very long bolts left in the wash tray? Clearly I had made a mistake somewhere and had to backtrack till I found where the long bolts went. Cant mistake the sound of a Screeming Jimmy no matter how many cylinders. Great to watch you guys working on it, buses don't give you much room sometimes. Ted from down under.
I really enjoyed the film today. As a frustrated mechanic and big truck driver (stroke), I really enjoy seeing the technical part of your videos. I grew up with my father driving 2 strokes and really miss him when I hear one scream. I’ve never driven one, most of my driving was big hp Cat’s hauling coal. However, there are two guys who run with my old friends who still drive 12v71’s, proving that 2 strokes still live!
It is nice to see you and your son working so well together. I worked on a version of these on various vessels in the RCN, back in 70's and 80's. Kudo's from an ex stoker in Nova Scotia, Canada.
Me and the wife have been talking about getting a used school bus to convert, but after coming across your channel we are now talking about getting one of these. I worked on these old 2 stroke Detroits for 13 years in the Marine Corps and I miss the sound of them. Love it!
The inline 71 series is the most versatile engine ever made. You can change rotation, swap which side the blower is on, switch manifold sides, mount them in twin or quad configuration, etc.
Well dern, I was hoping to hear Lennie and His Screamin' Jimmy Orchestra playing us all a 4-valve tune, Maestro! Guess it'll have to wait 'til tomorrow...
Sad I was on the edge of my seat waiting to hear Lenny come to life and did not know that to set a 6-71 head you need to grease both ends ,,loved watching you do that with hand tools
I'm sure you thought of the other advantages of hand tools besides conversation with your son: 1) Happier HOA neighbors and 2) (bonus) more pleasant TH-cam audio. Not that anyone minds hearing power tools, just saying they're not necessary for an enjoyable experience.
Watching you put the head on with limited vertical room. It'd be worthwhile for the amount of times you'd use it, to make a solid lift bar out of tubing that would go across the head and attach on each end with a lug in the center to attach to the lift. Least that way, you could lift the head a bit higher and miss the top of the block when you're pushing it in.
I got a sweet deal on a 400something piece kobalt hand tool set a couple years ago. I've been using them as a part time mechanic since then. I've used pretty much every brand under the sun (snappy, Mac etc) as a full time mechanic for years and so far I've been very happy with the kobalt set. I've used and abused them and haven't broken one yet. They don't quite have the level of polish as one off the truck but for my needs they have been perfect.
kudos to the camera girl just because its a thankless job but your doing good getting in the angles so we can watch I thank you
Over 50 years ago I was engineer on LCM-8 landingcraft. They had four 6-71 engines and no two engines were the same but they all had the same parts. What a versatile piece of machinery it is.
You have a marvellous team with Tyler and Kelly! I really appreciate your videos which exemplifies your patience and sense of humour.
Late 1970s early 80s I worked for a bus company out of Brisbane Queensland, Australia. Had a few V6-71s, completely stripped one down for rebuild, rings, bearings etc. All the bolts were 3/8 UNC into the block, UNF nuts on studs, 9/16 spanner, when I git to the end of the job I was short 2 short bolts but had 2 very long bolts left in the wash tray? Clearly I had made a mistake somewhere and had to backtrack till I found where the long bolts went. Cant mistake the sound of a Screeming Jimmy no matter how many cylinders. Great to watch you guys working on it, buses don't give you much room sometimes. Ted from down under.
I really enjoyed the film today. As a frustrated mechanic and big truck driver (stroke), I really enjoy seeing the technical part of your videos. I grew up with my father driving 2 strokes and really miss him when I hear one scream. I’ve never driven one, most of my driving was big hp Cat’s hauling coal. However, there are two guys who run with my old friends who still drive 12v71’s, proving that 2 strokes still live!
It is nice to see you and your son working so well together. I worked on a version of these on various vessels in the RCN, back in 70's and 80's. Kudo's from an ex stoker in Nova Scotia, Canada.
"Your bus attracts rain"...Tyler July 2019
Dad and Son working together, NOW that's Bible brother, 2 thumbs up Great video. cant wait to hear it purr again !!
Awesome engine. We have rebuilt our marine 671s several times. These engines last forever!
Me and the wife have been talking about getting a used school bus to convert, but after coming across your channel we are now talking about getting one of these. I worked on these old 2 stroke Detroits for 13 years in the Marine Corps and I miss the sound of them. Love it!
The inline 71 series is the most versatile engine ever made. You can change rotation, swap which side the blower is on, switch manifold sides, mount them in twin or quad configuration, etc.
Well dern, I was hoping to hear Lennie and His Screamin' Jimmy Orchestra playing us all a 4-valve tune, Maestro! Guess it'll have to wait 'til tomorrow...
Sad I was on the edge of my seat waiting to hear Lenny come to life and did not know that to set a 6-71 head you need to grease both ends ,,loved watching you do that with hand tools
I'm sure you thought of the other advantages of hand tools besides conversation with your son: 1) Happier HOA neighbors and 2) (bonus) more pleasant TH-cam audio. Not that anyone minds hearing power tools, just saying they're not necessary for an enjoyable experience.
When Lenny says "Gimmie head", it's a major undertaking!
Watching you put the head on with limited vertical room. It'd be worthwhile for the amount of times you'd use it, to make a solid lift bar out of tubing that would go across the head and attach on each end with a lug in the center to attach to the lift. Least that way, you could lift the head a bit higher and miss the top of the block when you're pushing it in.
I got a sweet deal on a 400something piece kobalt hand tool set a couple years ago. I've been using them as a part time mechanic since then. I've used pretty much every brand under the sun (snappy, Mac etc) as a full time mechanic for years and so far I've been very happy with the kobalt set. I've used and abused them and haven't broken one yet. They don't quite have the level of polish as one off the truck but for my needs they have been perfect.
Very satisfying to watch...enjoyed hearing the cicadas (if not it really sounded like cicadas)
I really like the sound of rain. We have 2 seasons here dry season and the rainy season.
Getting that head on is a real tongue in cheek job, not for the faint hearted. Great camera work