Try these from Tim McAmis Track Safety: Questions You Need To Ask Fire Safety Rant What You Should Know About Racing Fire Systems Don’t Put-Off This Fire System Checkup
Steve was so overwhelmed walking through the shop talking with this man he kept looking around at all the machines and you can see the smile on his face when you put him next to someone that does the same thing that he does I think it makes him happy
48:49 I actually commend that track offical for asking “who the hell are you and why are you filming!?” Very fair enough to be asking those questions in such a situation.
My question is why he's asking? It is a public place and you can legally. Showing a crash car is it going to reveal Steve Morris's super secrets!!!! Cause there are none, guy doesn't cheat.
Did he really think some random guy jumped on the track with a camera?? Didn’t he have more important things to worry about other than someone with a camera??
I'm shocked you can race your cars without the transmission being covered. You've got extremely hot oil in the cabin with you, and as you can see in this case if there's a problem it's instantly no vision and even worse that is a fire. It's always been a question for me when I've been watching some of these on the safety component. Glad you're safe!
“Here’s your closer” 😂😂😂 This is the greatest racing channel in all of TH-cam. Steve can be having a really, really bad day and it doesn’t matter. He just keeps goin. Everyone pitches in and magic happens. Every video is a lesson in courage, perseverance,determination and teamwork. Glad you are OK Steve!!!
Let’s give a big shot ahht to Advanced Cylinder Head for the great hospitality . You guys really helped out and you got to make a new friend in Steve Morris . I don’t personally know him but i believe he’s one of the most genuine humans in the racing world. Thank you guys .
Let's give it up for the safety crew. It was less than 10 seconds from the flames showing up on camera to them being on site. Incredible! Glad Steve is OK, it can be fixed.
not to mention them yelling at what they thought was a random guy just recording on the track to, then promptly apologizing once they realized he is with Steve
Steve is such a class act. Just went through such a scramble to repair the car then went through a harrowing crash and no cussing no blaming anyone else, taking responsibility for all of it no matter who’s fault it was. He’s an amazing example for others to follow.
He's a trooper. You could totally see the frustration in his eyes in the outro. However he kept a smile on, gave us the "that's racing" branding that we know and love, and is ready to get back to work.
Glad you are ok Mr Steve, Hats off to the response Team, Hats off to ACH and all the ACH employees!!! It’s Amazing to see Hard working Americans come together and help other Hard Working Americans in times of need. Steve it was awesome to see you take the time to walk through ACH and Show your Appreciation to them on your video. Great video!!!!
Those wheels were a spinning when Steve took a look at the Red format book with the assorted head layouts. The in-house program system they have can up with is certainly a valuable, time saving, money making tool that sparked Steve's interest.
Man I just love it how the car community sticks together. Hats off to ADVANCE CYLINDER HEADS for opening their shop and making guys available for you. This will be an interesting week to watch. Stay safe.
The state of the engine after running without oil is a testament to how well you build engines! Sorry it ended the way it did, that really sucks with all the hard work so many people put into this. Thanks for showing all of this raw so we can learn. I built my last Small Block Chevy more decades ago than I care to admit and what you are doing is so far beyond anything we were doing then is incredible. It is also great to see that the racing community is still so awesome about helping each other. It was that way in the 80's when I was racing and is obviously still that way.
The only thing I can think of is my days in the Air Force where for both electrical & especially hydraulic lines that see 3000psi are clamped & braced all along there length, anywhere from 6 inches to 2 feet depending on the bend i.e. the shorter and/or bend of 90degress max has the greatest stress relief added. With the new tires causing multiple shacking may of been enough to cause the fitting/line to blow. This not being your first time either SO it may be time to investigate & re-engineer the transmission lines, how they are supported with a focus on the type of fittings that are being used & whether switching to a better design with raised stand offs if needed to attach the line to be relieved. Also a 2/3 Tranny shell cover added to prevent hot fluids from spraying directly on you leaving the passenger 1/3 open to allow inspection of said lines & connections. Lastly a fire extinguisher nozzle pointing directly at the tranny. Anyhoo glad you're ok.
You could see Steve's head spinning thinking of ideas while walking around that shop at the end!!!! Steve was just trying to absorb it all, and think of ways to do things in his shop... I am the exact same way!!!
One of The coolest parts about these drag weeks is. You never know who’s gonna lend you a hand and all the new friends you end up making along the way.
Man somehow out of the entire emergency crew i respect the guy who IMMEDIATELY went "WHO ARE YOU AND WHY ARE YOU FILMING?!" the most, everyone was topnotch but that dude...
rough one man.. Glad you are fine. Maybe time for a trans tunnel to keep that smoke / fire under the car if it happens again. Then you can see and the fire is not in the cabin with you. Stay safe brother!
In your own words “that just sucks”!Your safe,that’s the best part and kudos to response of the safety team great response time for a non NHRA event.Probably the best I’ve seen.👍
Big shout out to Jimmy and all at advanced cylinder heads. Gutted to see the result of the crash Steve, but at least you're unharmed. As others have said, big shout out to the fire and rescue guys too, that was a super quick response.
Trust me when I tell you that I cried when I tell you I CRIED when you hit that wall and that flash of fire went off. AND, I am a 65 year old man. The one thing that I am grateful for was to see Kyle go a seven second pass. I got a kick out of that ! 😢
#1: So glad you're safe and healthy. #2: Dang. #3: I don't buy merch online generally (usually only at the track), but I'm pretty sure I need a hat, hoodie, T-shirt and whatever else I can find. Sorry for the bad evening, but glad it wasn't a tragic evening. The fact that you smile the way you do when doing the outtro says a lot. Yep a smile, you got priorities in place, but pretty sure you're broken-hearted inside. You've got the coolest car in drag and drive for sure and one of the coolest in all of motorsports. Glad you're safe!
Steve, absolutely heart-wrenching to see this turn of events happening to such a kind, talented individual!😢. HUGE shout out to ACH for the incredible support!
Mr. Morris and family, the phrase "if it wasn't for bad luck, I'd have none at all comes to mind." 1st off, this is a great video. I have spent a lot of time in a machine shop. I was impressed with ACH. (I have access to a Newen EPOCH). I think you should buy a lottery ticket for no more damage than your engine had. 2nd, I don't remember you ever stating what oil you use. They should give you free oil for the rest of your life. I've never seen a better oil commercial in my life. :) I've spent enough time in the seat and standing on the starting line to know what tire shack can do. When I saw smoke and could still hear the engine, I was almost positive you had a trans problem. I'm more certain that you're my kind of person. I saw the look on your wife's face. I've only had to see that a few times in my life. I'm thankful for that. Best wishes to you and your family and here's to better results in the future. :)
You epitomize the line in the song from Hee Haw, "if it weren't for bad luck, I'd have no luck at all". Please quit hurting your car, my entire wardrobe already says Steve Morris on it. Now I am buying stuff for my wife...
Glad it wasn't as bad as it looked and that Steve is okay. It amazes me that you can find people like the owner of this shop will step up and help out in a situation like this. It restores my faith that there are still good people in this world.
That was an awesome video, well, right up till the end. I hate it for you and your family. I still love the wagon. You'll find replacement parts. I'm sure you'll get a lot of help from your subscribers.
It's the great thing about motorsport. in my series I've seen a guy work most of the night to help another fix his car. They were both the only guys who could win the championship. Even in high level series other teams will lend personnel and parts to get a competitor back out on track.
that was very nice of the owner at avanced cylinder heads and their specialist crew helping out steve morris, top blokes. i am quiet supprised how much high quality gear they have some the best and latest machines towards the middle of the clip i thought wow for cylinder head shop they have alot of engine building gear then the penny dropped there engine builders and not only head shop, very impresive shop
I have been watching this channel for a long time and have witnesses a ton of break downs, a pile money spent, finding placing to do repairs on the road, tons of miles driven and a level of frustration at times that would make most people sell the car and hang it up. The fact that you pull together a positive attitude and “keep on truckin” through all this is pretty inspirational. I think it’s finally time to go pick up an SMX T-shirt.
Glad you're ok Steve. Car might be junk right now but it can be fixed... you sir cannot be replaced. Now you and Kyle get Mama through the week, and try to have some fun !
Looking at the vid, there might be some front suspension damage but the road wheel looks untouched. Given the rear fender was not rubbing the tire, the rear suspension is untouched. I'm hoping that in the light of day they take a look at the car and see only sheet metal damage. The real issue is the trans line coming off for a 2nd time and the lack of a trans cover that was supposed to be installed after the first line failure.
@@MrSlappo said " With him having Converter issues before I wonder is there is another issue that just hasn't been found yet " You tube hid your comment unless I sort by newest ( putting my screen name link at the end probably did it ) I'm betting that with the solenoids, there is a combination that dead heads the pump and the pressure isn't regulated. If you are speaking of the converter heating, this was supposedly cured by moving the trans away from the engine so the converter isn't engaged into the input shaft as far allowing for more fluid flow.
He really showed how good his engines really are to be able to handle what that engine did without oil. Kuddos to the track emergency team for getting to him quickly. Hopefully the car isn't as bad as it looks. It's rare to see such a good attitude when something like this happens. Gotta have much respect for Steve Morris. I would have broken down and cried
What a great shop and fantastic guys at Advanced Cylinder Heads, an owner that understands and goes above and beyond! He gave Steve everything and then some , of what he needed to completely repair and rebuild his engine including an extremely talented workforce. I was amazed at the amount of work they take in and turn around. Everyone seems happy and looks like they’re enjoying working there so he must be a good guy to work for. Nice find and put their number someplace handy so you can recommend them to anyone who needs some quality work done.
So sorry you had to have that happen right after doing all that work on the engine but also so glad that you are okay! Totally blown away by the immediate and impressive response by the track personnel and your very loving wife! You are truly blessed! Also kudos to the track person who challenged their person or your person who was filming at the end of the track there. Place just seems like the class operation all the way.
Oh man Steve, I am so sorry about crashing your beautiful station wagon. You have the neatest family and the best attitude. You show a lot of class under crazy bad conditions. I admire you, your wife, son, and crew!
Ouch! Not gonna lie, definitely came close to bringing a fella to tears. That wagon is what got me hooked! Did find a 1992 road master wagon in Flagstaff if you need a donor car. Looks real clean.
Glad you're alright Steve, that's always Priority #1. Was looking forward to see what the wagon was going to do this season with all the new upgrades. Will just have to wait a little bit longer because we know you'll be back!
Excellent people at ACH for helping you get it going again.. I’m stunned at the minimal damage running without oil.. glad you’re okay cars can be rebuilt
That's got to be a SERIOUS table to hold all of those diesel heads! Awesome guys for letting you use the shop to get you going. Hate it about the wagon, but it can be fixed. Glad you're ok, and smiling.
Glad everyone is OK, God Bless.... Shout out to Advanced Cylinder Heads on Forsyth Rd. Orlando, FL. As you can see by the video, they are a first class group that does quality work and they are only 6 miles from my house where the Eddie Graham Sports Stadium was off Econlockhatchee Trail. For them to make room for Steve when he needed shows the power of America. All you need is some 100 mph duct tape and cardboard and you will be back in business. The most important thing is that everyone walked away, hope to meet you someday but, missed my chance. B-rock out.
This is exactly why you do not scrimp on the safety equipment. Excellent response time for the safety crew. Glad to see that your alright Steve. I already ordered merch, so should you.
I give Val a lot of credit for saving your car. I'm pretty sure that was her telling the fire crew that there was still a fire inside the car. Bummer after all your hard work that's what happened, I hope the rest of the event goes smoothly for you and your team.
I've used a propane torch to get Babbit off of a crank. It aint magic, but I've taken advantage the phenomenon of dissimilar metals and had deposits curl right up and pop off with little effort.
I don't even have a drivers license and enjoy watching these videos 😅 I'm glad you're ok and that the emergency response works so well. Special shout-out to the guy who checked in on who is recording a potential very intimate situation and then apologizing right awy. Social media is great and all, but there got to be some limits.
Of all the things you could do to not race Alex Taylor.... On a serious note, I'm glad you are ok. I can't believe you got it torn down and put back together for this to happen. Good luck with the repairs.
I’m such a fan. Steve goes through all that, and Still has a smile on his face and makes light of a tough situation. My kinda ppl. Looking forward to much more
Jimmy at ACH is awesome!! He saved my butt too when we broke a bolt off in the shock mount. Drilled it out and cleaned up the thread and we were back in business in about 20 minutes!!
Good lord Steve, you packed a whole drag n drive worth of drama into a 'casual' test week! Glad to see you're OK! The car isn't in great shape - but it could also be much worse! Sure seems that the recent additions to the engine program have really taken the whole package to another level. At that power level, it's just a matter of time before something goes wrong, and having resilient parts that can be quickly and easily repaired and the extra protection for them is certainly a major benefit. Especially for the drag n drive stuff. ACH looks like a hell of a shop, I honestly don't know how they manage to do THAT much variety of work and maintain any degree of cleanliness, organization, there's shops that struggle to stay in business even just specializing on a few things. Also, Jimmy reminds me of Mike Murillo lol.
Aw, crap! Thank God you're safe, Steve. The Wagon can be repaired, but you only get one life. Thanks to all at ACH for all of their help, that's huge for a shop to redirect that much of their resources to help out like that. Hope to see the Wagon back in top shape soon, but for now, let's get Val and Sugar Momma into first place for their class. Good luck, and godspeed.
So sorry to see that Steve. Glad you’re okay. Cars can be fixed and the wagon will be back stronger than ever. Good luck to Val and Kyle in the Sugar Momma
I keep being so impressed with you not being afraid to pull back the curtains and let us see and learn. This is really cool and shows how much time and thought goes into to these motors just awesome
Hey Steve, glad to see you're okay - hate to see the wagon down like that though. If it will help out, I can drop you a grand towards my engine work. I know it's still a couple months out, but I'd like to help. If you see this, let me know if I can call the shop Monday to do so. Keep your head up, you're doing great things!
Steve, We are probably more heartbroken about the damage to your beautiful car. Glad you are OK that’s the main thing. Hope you find the reason we will be interested to know. God was watching over you. Love your attitude. Paul & Eve.
I have watched you assemble the engines an I'm amazed each time ...the percision which they are machined has to be spot on to make that kinda horsepower but with no oil pressure an so minimal damage ..... wow!!!
Steve man man i'm so sorry about your car. Do not get discouraged, you are the man! So many people are where they are In their racing career because of you and all the work you do!
Jesus, Steve. That was truly gut wrenching to see. It's a relief to know you're okay, thank the good Lord for that. Edit: Shout out to ACH for doing you a solid. That was so cool and courteous of them to open their facility to you to get the waggin' back together.
Your honesty is refreshing. What a way to reacquaint your wife to racing. I saw that she took off running to you and then heard her reassure the responders you were not still in the vehicle. I was moved. You were pulled in so many ways that you made a simple oversight. At your level it's almost always expensive. Glad you are fine. Car will be rebuilt. Now ride with your Mrs n enjoy the week anyway.
It's the sometimes unfortunate part of racing. I'm gunna order a couple shirts. Not because it's literally one of my favorite cars but also one of my favorite channels. Glad nobody is hurt. Cars are repairable.
53:01 Mr Morris all that matters is that you, your friends and family are alright. It’s a dangerous sport and you walked away with all I can see is some heavy metal damage. As long as that drivetrain is all good there is always next year, you are a great man and this will not slow you down. Just glad everyone is good, thank the lord for that.
That safety team was top notch, glad you're okay Steve. Never thought I would see this day. It can be rebuilt and will be. Advanced Cylinder Head was super cool for helping you out using their shop A+++
As SOON as you hear whoever yell FIRE, 3 or 4 seconds later that big ass ford fire truck went SCREAMING past!! Glad you are ok Steve!! At least you still have a freshly repaired engine for when you get it all repaired and ready to go back to the track again. And now is the perfect time to put all new hoses in the car also!!
Steve, I'm happy you were not injured. You need a steel or aluminum cover over the trans (my 2nd request). Hold it in place with a few Dzus Fasteners. Keep those trans cooler lines under the cover along with spraying oil and fire. The cover will not help if the trans explodes but lets face it, that is not likely. If the trans explodes we will all know if the Lord has need of you!!! The car looks bad but not that bad. You can repair it at run the entire week. Good Luck 😇
If you add a bit of insulation as well it’d also help with cabin temps during the street driving too. Always surprising to me most people don’t have a cover at all.
Steve, SO SO GLAD that you're OK and not injured! That was scary to watch, I can't imagine how scary it was for you and your family. The most important thing is that you're OK, the Wagon can be rebuilt and new parts made, which isn't so easy for the human body. I feel your pain, I am absolutely gutted for you and the damage to the Wagon. Sending much ❤ to you, Val, Kyle and all of your team! Take care! PS Massive Shout Out to all the guys at Advanced Cylinder Head, that's an amazing set up you have there and you are so generous for helping Steve out! Great work guys 🙂 PPS Massive Shout Out to the safety team at the strip! Great work guys 🙂
Wow! I was planning on going to bed but thought I would just have a quick look at youtube to see if anything interesting going on. Little did I know. Steve yanks engine, full rebuild, install and crash all in one vid. First off, ACH, you guys rock. The fire response crew. Thank you crew! Steve for being Steve. How you can still be happy and smiling is inspirational to some of us. If we were to swap places I would probably be curled up in a ball crying. This really is one of the best channels on TH-cam.
Aww, Steve, your wife loves you. Is just glad you weren’t hurt and was ok. And Kyle! Dude rocked the support after the wreck getting that thing together to roll away and was overseeing what all was needed. Great job man. Really am just glad all it was was a banged side and not a banged or burned Steve.
Dam that sucked to see...glad ya ok Steve...the Wagon will be back badder then ever! I know it will! The amount of effort and the awesome turn around for the no oil pressure situation was awesome to see. So glad ya ok Steve! Mad love and respect from Western Australia 💪🇭🇲🇺🇸🤘
I have been a fan of yours forever, even before the wagon, and living in Ann Arbor, have always wanted to meet you, kyle and Val. I have bought hundreds in Merch, and been a channel member for over a year. I love how you go into detail, no matter how painful it is for you to reveal the truth, and how you go out of your way to explain the good, the bad, and the uglies of this sport we love. I am so happy to see Val and you doing things together. This was past due for her to be involved to the extent she is. You are both fine people, and Kyle is a fine example of great upbringing. I would love to hook up with you all and have dinner sometime when I am at 131. The car doesn't look as bad as it was first thought. Power wash the inside, fix the body damage, check out the chassis, and figure out a way to keep trans lines on it. God Bless you, Val, Kyle, and Clark for being to cool folks you re, and Hats of to ACH, and the track people and EMS at Orlando Speed World for their quick response.
Advanced cylinder heads looks like it's EXTREMELY BUSY as it is now that Steve's promoted them their business is going to be into the stratosphere. Way to help out guys!!!! I'm glad YOUR OK the car CAN BE FIXED. When I see accidents like that AND the driver is out and okay I think IT CAN BE FIXED. Praying sugar momma does good during sick week.
Glad you are safe Steve. When stuff starts going wrong it sometimes isn't good to keep pushing because it can always get worse. These words come with age and life experience.
Glad you're ok, hats off to the safety crew for their response time and the voice in your head that said take all the necessary precautions. It's Much easier for Steve Morris to replace a car than it is for the universe to replace a Steve Morris ☮
Glad you are OK, Steve! Agree with the fire truck response time, wow! Everyone was haulin' ass before you were done sliding! Have to echo the thanks to ACH. That was amazing!
Holy $hit! I never had a YT video hit me so emotionally. So sorry Steve. I'm glade you are ok. I'm not a race car builder, but every time I see that open transmission right next to you I get nervous. Please cover that damn thing up. At least the spraying trans oil would have not filled the interior of the car. Ahh.. What do I know? I love your Channel. I'm in Michigan not to far from you.
Steve, thanks for sharing this.... most important thing is you, everything else you can fix yourself... no problem, just time & money.... Unbelievable fast response from the safety crew... also outstanding help from Advanced Cylinder Heads letting you use their complete facilities...(get that oil pressure shut down sorted!)...l think we all admire your positive attitude & not blaming anyone or anything else on this situation, this is what makes you a great person...👍🇬🇧.
Glad you're okay Steve, sorry we can't say the same for the wagon. From one engine machinist to another, thanks for taking us to class with ACH and what you do back home in Michigan.
Steve one man can not do what you are doing. Hire a "crew chief". You handle the engine, in car tuning and driving. Even that is alot! Your crew chief will be huge in catching these details that set you back. Don't give up you are great for the sport! Ray
@@bobroberts2371 Bothe he & tom Bailey need to do this. Too much rushing to get stuff done. Always gonna bite you. NHRA guys do it by having 6-10 guys.
@@dakotaautosales9673 Do you not understand that the event has not started yet? Do you not understand that car prep should occur prior to the car showing up at the track? Do you not understand that the car runs at other non limited events? Do you not understand that Steve has to personalty run a business and that takes time away from prepping / overseeing the car? Do you not understand that him being stretched thin likely contributed to him NOT installing a trans cover as promised when the line blew off last year ? ( If there was a cover, there would not have been smoke in the car blocking view of the wall. )
Wow. I’m not sure if you get to read all these comments Steve, but man oh man, that sucks. I watch every one of your vids from here in the UK and love this channel. I was really routing for you this sick week after all the previous troubles, to hear the oil pressure issue and to see the effort put in AGAIN, For this to happen really sucks, glad you are ok, really hope you can be back out on track at some point. I hope to be able to come over to the states and see the wagon in action one day! Don’t quit just yet?! Also amazing efforts by the guys at the cylinder head shop. That’s what it’s all about!
Oh man I’m sorry brother. Car can be fixed!!! Glad you’re ok 💪💪
Hell Yeah Brother! - That was a clean wreck considering the complete smoke show in the cab!
Things happen, quickly when you are playing at the big end.
@cleetus get this man a wagon on fire shirt asap!
100% correct Cleetus as much as it sucks. Vehicles can be repaired or replaced,but your health can't be.
Brother? Losers use emojis.
It was an honor giving you a hand Mr. Morris. Glad you’re okay and shout out to the fast safety response.
lets give kudos to that response truck though. roughly 6 seconds and you see them in frame hauling ass. glad to see steve safe also
That's probably the fastest response time I have seen in a minute. Dude's were actually paying attention.
Try these from Tim McAmis
Track Safety: Questions You Need To Ask
Fire Safety Rant
What You Should Know About Racing Fire Systems
Don’t Put-Off This Fire System Checkup
that dude made a record 60ft in that truck, screaming
Always buy pizza or burgers for the safety crew
Buddy had it started the second steve lost control, that fire crew was haulin ass
I’ll bet this was a dream encounter for the ACH boys, building an SMX with Steve Morris, really awesome of them for opening their shop to you
Anybody got any rough idea on the cost of this shop?
Man I’d love for my boss to call me and say hey “Steve Morris is on the way to the shop with his SMX, open the doors and let him in” 😂
Steve was so overwhelmed walking through the shop talking with this man he kept looking around at all the machines and you can see the smile on his face when you put him next to someone that does the same thing that he does I think it makes him happy
48:49 I actually commend that track offical for asking “who the hell are you and why are you filming!?” Very fair enough to be asking those questions in such a situation.
💯 Great looking out on his part
@@CS_Heavy_D by
My question is why he's asking? It is a public place and you can legally. Showing a crash car is it going to reveal Steve Morris's super secrets!!!! Cause there are none, guy doesn't cheat.
@@1mikewalshI’m sure the race track is in fact private property 🙄
Did he really think some random guy jumped on the track with a camera?? Didn’t he have more important things to worry about other than someone with a camera??
How about a big round of applause 👏 for Avanced Cylinder Headsand the EMS at the track! Outstanding professionalism all around.
Huge respect to the guys at ACH letting you use the shop and being so friendly and helpful!
I'm shocked you can race your cars without the transmission being covered. You've got extremely hot oil in the cabin with you, and as you can see in this case if there's a problem it's instantly no vision and even worse that is a fire. It's always been a question for me when I've been watching some of these on the safety component.
Glad you're safe!
“Here’s your closer” 😂😂😂
This is the greatest racing channel in all of TH-cam. Steve can be having a really, really bad day and it doesn’t matter. He just keeps goin. Everyone pitches in and magic happens. Every video is a lesson in courage, perseverance,determination and teamwork. Glad you are OK Steve!!!
NO ITS NOT
Let’s give a big shot ahht to Advanced Cylinder Head for the great hospitality . You guys really helped out and you got to make a new friend in Steve Morris . I don’t personally know him but i believe he’s one of the most genuine humans in the racing world. Thank you guys .
What a place too, though? Looks like a good ole American family business over there. You love to see it!
Give a big shout out to yourself😂
It's an auto shop that was paid for their service.
"I don't know Steve at all but he's so genuine and wonderful I love him so much" 🤡
@@mostlymotorized, We all know what he meant. Lol
Let's give it up for the safety crew. It was less than 10 seconds from the flames showing up on camera to them being on site. Incredible! Glad Steve is OK, it can be fixed.
not to mention them yelling at what they thought was a random guy just recording on the track to, then promptly apologizing once they realized he is with Steve
yes they were very quick - seen plenty of lacklustre responses in other similar situations
And not a lot of people on the starting line blocking their way like in the no prep races
Steve is such a class act. Just went through such a scramble to repair the car then went through a harrowing crash and no cussing no blaming anyone else, taking responsibility for all of it no matter who’s fault it was. He’s an amazing example for others to follow.
Steve’s a good dude. My kids can watch him that’s allot to brag about now a days. Lol. So glad he’s ok.
I would not have been as calm Steve is the man
A class act for sure...
A class act for sure...
He's a trooper. You could totally see the frustration in his eyes in the outro. However he kept a smile on, gave us the "that's racing" branding that we know and love, and is ready to get back to work.
Glad you are ok Mr Steve, Hats off to the response Team, Hats off to ACH and all the ACH employees!!! It’s Amazing to see Hard working Americans come together and help other Hard Working Americans in times of need. Steve it was awesome to see you take the time to walk through ACH and Show your Appreciation to them on your video. Great video!!!!
Those wheels were a spinning when Steve took a look at the Red format book with the assorted head layouts. The in-house program system they have can up with is certainly a valuable, time saving, money making tool that sparked Steve's interest.
Man I just love it how the car community sticks together. Hats off to ADVANCE CYLINDER HEADS for opening their shop and making guys available for you. This will be an interesting week to watch. Stay safe.
Nothing's free dummy. Theyre an engine shop that did engine work
That's terrifying, but it could have been way worse. Glad all the safety equipment did its job.
"Probably ....Like.....Buy......some merch." Glad you still have a sense of humor after that ordeal. God Bless you man!
The state of the engine after running without oil is a testament to how well you build engines! Sorry it ended the way it did, that really sucks with all the hard work so many people put into this. Thanks for showing all of this raw so we can learn. I built my last Small Block Chevy more decades ago than I care to admit and what you are doing is so far beyond anything we were doing then is incredible. It is also great to see that the racing community is still so awesome about helping each other. It was that way in the 80's when I was racing and is obviously still that way.
The only thing I can think of is my days in the Air Force where for both electrical & especially hydraulic lines that see 3000psi are clamped & braced all along there length, anywhere from 6 inches to 2 feet depending on the bend i.e. the shorter and/or bend of 90degress max has the greatest stress relief added. With the new tires causing multiple shacking may of been enough to cause the fitting/line to blow. This not being your first time either SO it may be time to investigate & re-engineer the transmission lines, how they are supported with a focus on the type of fittings that are being used & whether switching to a better design with raised stand offs if needed to attach the line to be relieved. Also a 2/3 Tranny shell cover added to prevent hot fluids from spraying directly on you leaving the passenger 1/3 open to allow inspection of said lines & connections. Lastly a fire extinguisher nozzle pointing directly at the tranny. Anyhoo glad you're ok.
Good advice. I commented with less detail but a similar theme before I saw your post.
Damn Steve. Glad you’re ok! Could have been so much more Worse!! We’re all here for you buddy.. prayers 🙏🏼
*you're.
You could see Steve's head spinning thinking of ideas while walking around that shop at the end!!!! Steve was just trying to absorb it all, and think of ways to do things in his shop... I am the exact same way!!!
One of The coolest parts about these drag weeks is. You never know who’s gonna lend you a hand and all the new friends you end up making along the way.
Man somehow out of the entire emergency crew i respect the guy who IMMEDIATELY went "WHO ARE YOU AND WHY ARE YOU FILMING?!" the most, everyone was topnotch but that dude...
Why? TH-cam is full of morons who film instead of helping people. How does an emergency crew know? Who is who?
rough one man.. Glad you are fine. Maybe time for a trans tunnel to keep that smoke / fire under the car if it happens again. Then you can see and the fire is not in the cabin with you. Stay safe brother!
In your own words “that just sucks”!Your safe,that’s the best part and kudos to response of the safety team great response time for a non NHRA event.Probably the best I’ve seen.👍
That was faster than any of the nhra events I been to over the years.
Dam straight well said
Big shout out to Jimmy and all at advanced cylinder heads. Gutted to see the result of the crash Steve, but at least you're unharmed. As others have said, big shout out to the fire and rescue guys too, that was a super quick response.
Trust me when I tell you that I cried when I tell you I CRIED when you hit that wall and that flash of fire went off. AND, I am a 65 year old man. The one thing that I am grateful for was to see Kyle go a seven second pass. I got a kick out of that ! 😢
#1: So glad you're safe and healthy.
#2: Dang.
#3: I don't buy merch online generally (usually only at the track), but I'm pretty sure I need a hat, hoodie, T-shirt and whatever else I can find.
Sorry for the bad evening, but glad it wasn't a tragic evening. The fact that you smile the way you do when doing the outtro says a lot. Yep a smile, you got priorities in place, but pretty sure you're broken-hearted inside.
You've got the coolest car in drag and drive for sure and one of the coolest in all of motorsports.
Glad you're safe!
Steve, absolutely heart-wrenching to see this turn of events happening to such a kind, talented individual!😢. HUGE shout out to ACH for the incredible support!
Mr. Morris and family, the phrase "if it wasn't for bad luck, I'd have none at all comes to mind." 1st off, this is a great video. I have spent a lot of time in a machine shop. I was impressed with ACH. (I have access to a Newen EPOCH). I think you should buy a lottery ticket for no more damage than your engine had. 2nd, I don't remember you ever stating what oil you use. They should give you free oil for the rest of your life. I've never seen a better oil commercial in my life. :) I've spent enough time in the seat and standing on the starting line to know what tire shack can do. When I saw smoke and could still hear the engine, I was almost positive you had a trans problem. I'm more certain that you're my kind of person. I saw the look on your wife's face. I've only had to see that a few times in my life. I'm thankful for that. Best wishes to you and your family and here's to better results in the future. :)
You epitomize the line in the song from Hee Haw, "if it weren't for bad luck, I'd have no luck at all". Please quit hurting your car, my entire wardrobe already says Steve Morris on it. Now I am buying stuff for my wife...
Glad it wasn't as bad as it looked and that Steve is okay. It amazes me that you can find people like the owner of this shop will step up and help out in a situation like this. It restores my faith that there are still good people in this world.
That was an awesome video, well, right up till the end. I hate it for you and your family. I still love the wagon. You'll find replacement parts. I'm sure you'll get a lot of help from your subscribers.
It's the great thing about motorsport. in my series I've seen a guy work most of the night to help another fix his car. They were both the only guys who could win the championship. Even in high level series other teams will lend personnel and parts to get a competitor back out on track.
that was very nice of the owner at avanced cylinder heads and their specialist crew helping out steve morris, top blokes. i am quiet supprised how much high quality gear they have some the best and latest machines towards the middle of the clip i thought wow for cylinder head shop they have alot of engine building gear then the penny dropped there engine builders and not only head shop, very impresive shop
I have been watching this channel for a long time and have witnesses a ton of break downs, a pile money spent, finding placing to do repairs on the road, tons of miles driven and a level of frustration at times that would make most people sell the car and hang it up. The fact that you pull together a positive attitude and “keep on truckin” through all this is pretty inspirational. I think it’s finally time to go pick up an SMX T-shirt.
Glad you're ok Steve. Car might be junk right now but it can be fixed... you sir cannot be replaced. Now you and Kyle get Mama through the week, and try to have some fun !
Looking at the vid, there might be some front suspension damage but the road wheel looks untouched. Given the rear fender was not rubbing the tire, the rear suspension is untouched. I'm hoping that in the light of day they take a look at the car and see only sheet metal damage. The real issue is the trans line coming off for a 2nd time and the lack of a trans cover that was supposed to be installed after the first line failure.
With him having Converter issues before I wonder is there is another issue that just hasn't been found yet...@@bobroberts2371
@@MrSlappo said " With him having Converter issues before I wonder is there is another issue that just hasn't been found yet "
You tube hid your comment unless I sort by newest ( putting my screen name link at the end probably did it ) I'm betting that with the solenoids, there is a combination that dead heads the pump and the pressure isn't regulated. If you are speaking of the converter heating, this was supposedly cured by moving the trans away from the engine so the converter isn't engaged into the input shaft as far allowing for more fluid flow.
Great safety crew, rolling before the car even stopped and right on it, buy those guys dinner !!!!
Try this from Tim McAmis
Track Safety: Questions You Need To Ask
He really showed how good his engines really are to be able to handle what that engine did without oil. Kuddos to the track emergency team for getting to him quickly. Hopefully the car isn't as bad as it looks.
It's rare to see such a good attitude when something like this happens. Gotta have much respect for Steve Morris. I would have broken down and cried
What a great shop and fantastic guys at Advanced Cylinder Heads, an owner that understands and goes above and beyond!
He gave Steve everything and then some , of what he needed to completely repair and rebuild his engine including an extremely talented workforce. I was amazed at the amount of work they take in and turn around. Everyone seems happy and looks like they’re enjoying working there so he must be a good guy to work for. Nice find and put their number someplace handy so you can recommend them to anyone who needs some quality work done.
So sorry you had to have that happen right after doing all that work on the engine but also so glad that you are okay! Totally blown away by the immediate and impressive response by the track personnel and your very loving wife! You are truly blessed! Also kudos to the track person who challenged their person or your person who was filming at the end of the track there. Place just seems like the class operation all the way.
As someone that can't afford to race the wagon is my hopes and dreams car so it breaks my heart to see her down...glad your ok steve
Oh man Steve, I am so sorry about crashing your beautiful station wagon. You have the neatest family and the best attitude. You show a lot of class under crazy bad conditions. I admire you, your wife, son, and crew!
Ouch! Not gonna lie, definitely came close to bringing a fella to tears. That wagon is what got me hooked!
Did find a 1992 road master wagon in Flagstaff if you need a donor car. Looks real clean.
I love the guy at the crash. Telling the guy not to record .. until he found out the camera guy was with the crew.. Respect
Glad you're alright Steve, that's always Priority #1. Was looking forward to see what the wagon was going to do this season with all the new upgrades. Will just have to wait a little bit longer because we know you'll be back!
Steve Morris just tore his car down the crank at some random shop. I'm impressed. Absolutely crazy, what a gearhead.
Excellent people at ACH for helping you get it going again.. I’m stunned at the minimal damage running without oil.. glad you’re okay cars can be rebuilt
Man, that guy has a nice shop! Top notch with top-notch employees! Love it! 👊👍👌🤟♥️
Super interesting walk thru their shop. What great people to help out like that. Glad you're alright!
That's got to be a SERIOUS table to hold all of those diesel heads! Awesome guys for letting you use the shop to get you going. Hate it about the wagon, but it can be fixed. Glad you're ok, and smiling.
Glad everyone is OK, God Bless.... Shout out to Advanced Cylinder Heads on Forsyth Rd. Orlando, FL. As you can see by the video, they are a first class group that does quality work and they are only 6 miles from my house where the Eddie Graham Sports Stadium was off Econlockhatchee Trail. For them to make room for Steve when he needed shows the power of America. All you need is some 100 mph duct tape and cardboard and you will be back in business. The most important thing is that everyone walked away, hope to meet you someday but, missed my chance. B-rock out.
This is exactly why you do not scrimp on the safety equipment. Excellent response time for the safety crew. Glad to see that your alright Steve. I already ordered merch, so should you.
I give Val a lot of credit for saving your car. I'm pretty sure that was her telling the fire crew that there was still a fire inside the car. Bummer after all your hard work that's what happened, I hope the rest of the event goes smoothly for you and your team.
I've used a propane torch to get Babbit off of a crank. It aint magic, but I've taken advantage the phenomenon of dissimilar metals and had deposits curl right up and pop off with little effort.
I don't even have a drivers license and enjoy watching these videos 😅 I'm glad you're ok and that the emergency response works so well.
Special shout-out to the guy who checked in on who is recording a potential very intimate situation and then apologizing right awy. Social media is great and all, but there got to be some limits.
Of all the things you could do to not race Alex Taylor....
On a serious note, I'm glad you are ok. I can't believe you got it torn down and put back together for this to happen. Good luck with the repairs.
I’m such a fan. Steve goes through all that, and Still has a smile on his face and makes light of a tough situation. My kinda ppl. Looking forward to much more
What an amazing attitude Steve. So glad you're okay and the wagon still looks pretty decent. Live to race another day.
Jimmy at ACH is awesome!! He saved my butt too when we broke a bolt off in the shock mount. Drilled it out and cleaned up the thread and we were back in business in about 20 minutes!!
Glad your ok!! You will get it all together!!!!
Good lord Steve, you packed a whole drag n drive worth of drama into a 'casual' test week!
Glad to see you're OK!
The car isn't in great shape - but it could also be much worse!
Sure seems that the recent additions to the engine program have really taken the whole package to another level. At that power level, it's just a matter of time before something goes wrong, and having resilient parts that can be quickly and easily repaired and the extra protection for them is certainly a major benefit. Especially for the drag n drive stuff.
ACH looks like a hell of a shop, I honestly don't know how they manage to do THAT much variety of work and maintain any degree of cleanliness, organization, there's shops that struggle to stay in business even just specializing on a few things. Also, Jimmy reminds me of Mike Murillo lol.
Aw, crap! Thank God you're safe, Steve. The Wagon can be repaired, but you only get one life. Thanks to all at ACH for all of their help, that's huge for a shop to redirect that much of their resources to help out like that. Hope to see the Wagon back in top shape soon, but for now, let's get Val and Sugar Momma into first place for their class. Good luck, and godspeed.
So sorry to see that Steve. Glad you’re okay. Cars can be fixed and the wagon will be back stronger than ever.
Good luck to Val and Kyle in the Sugar Momma
I keep being so impressed with you not being afraid to pull back the curtains and let us see and learn. This is really cool and shows how much time and thought goes into to these motors just awesome
Sorry glad to see you are OK and hats off to the fire responsce team!
Hey Steve, glad to see you're okay - hate to see the wagon down like that though. If it will help out, I can drop you a grand towards my engine work. I know it's still a couple months out, but I'd like to help. If you see this, let me know if I can call the shop Monday to do so. Keep your head up, you're doing great things!
Brother you have definitely had a rough week. Glad you're ok. You'll definitely be in my prayers. God bless you and your family.
Steve,
We are probably more heartbroken about the damage to your beautiful car. Glad you are OK that’s the main thing. Hope you find the reason we will be interested to know. God was watching over you. Love your attitude.
Paul & Eve.
I have watched you assemble the engines an I'm amazed each time ...the percision which they are machined has to be spot on to make that kinda horsepower but with no oil pressure an so minimal damage ..... wow!!!
Steve man man i'm so sorry about your car. Do not get discouraged, you are the man! So many people are where they are In their racing career because of you and all the work you do!
Dude, that just awesome that a shop opens its doors and says "here's our tools and equipment yell if you need anything"
Jesus, Steve. That was truly gut wrenching to see. It's a relief to know you're okay, thank the good Lord for that.
Edit: Shout out to ACH for doing you a solid. That was so cool and courteous of them to open their facility to you to get the waggin' back together.
Glad you’re ok Steve! ACH what a great groups of folks!
Your honesty is refreshing. What a way to reacquaint your wife to racing. I saw that she took off running to you and then heard her reassure the responders you were not still in the vehicle. I was moved. You were pulled in so many ways that you made a simple oversight. At your level it's almost always expensive. Glad you are fine. Car will be rebuilt. Now ride with your Mrs n enjoy the week anyway.
It's the sometimes unfortunate part of racing. I'm gunna order a couple shirts. Not because it's literally one of my favorite cars but also one of my favorite channels. Glad nobody is hurt. Cars are repairable.
53:01 Mr Morris all that matters is that you, your friends and family are alright. It’s a dangerous sport and you walked away with all I can see is some heavy metal damage. As long as that drivetrain is all good there is always next year, you are a great man and this will not slow you down. Just glad everyone is good, thank the lord for that.
That safety team was top notch, glad you're okay Steve. Never thought I would see this day. It can be rebuilt and will be. Advanced Cylinder Head was super cool for helping you out using their shop A+++
As SOON as you hear whoever yell FIRE, 3 or 4 seconds later that big ass ford fire truck went SCREAMING past!!
Glad you are ok Steve!! At least you still have a freshly repaired engine for when you get it all repaired and ready to go back to the track again.
And now is the perfect time to put all new hoses in the car also!!
Steve, I'm happy you were not injured. You need a steel or aluminum cover over the trans (my 2nd request). Hold it in place with a few Dzus Fasteners. Keep those trans cooler lines under the cover along with spraying oil and fire. The cover will not help if the trans explodes but lets face it, that is not likely. If the trans explodes we will all know if the Lord has need of you!!! The car looks bad but not that bad. You can repair it at run the entire week. Good Luck 😇
If you add a bit of insulation as well it’d also help with cabin temps during the street driving too.
Always surprising to me most people don’t have a cover at all.
Steve, SO SO GLAD that you're OK and not injured! That was scary to watch, I can't imagine how scary it was for you and your family. The most important thing is that you're OK, the Wagon can be rebuilt and new parts made, which isn't so easy for the human body. I feel your pain, I am absolutely gutted for you and the damage to the Wagon. Sending much ❤ to you, Val, Kyle and all of your team! Take care!
PS Massive Shout Out to all the guys at Advanced Cylinder Head, that's an amazing set up you have there and you are so generous for helping Steve out! Great work guys 🙂
PPS Massive Shout Out to the safety team at the strip! Great work guys 🙂
Wow!
I was planning on going to bed but thought I would just have a quick look at youtube to see if anything interesting going on. Little did I know.
Steve yanks engine, full rebuild, install and crash all in one vid.
First off, ACH, you guys rock.
The fire response crew. Thank you crew!
Steve for being Steve. How you can still be happy and smiling is inspirational to some of us. If we were to swap places I would probably be curled up in a ball crying.
This really is one of the best channels on TH-cam.
Glad you’re ok! Broke my heart seeing your wife run down the track😢
Aww, Steve, your wife loves you. Is just glad you weren’t hurt and was ok.
And Kyle! Dude rocked the support after the wreck getting that thing together to roll away and was overseeing what all was needed. Great job man.
Really am just glad all it was was a banged side and not a banged or burned Steve.
Dam that sucked to see...glad ya ok Steve...the Wagon will be back badder then ever! I know it will! The amount of effort and the awesome turn around for the no oil pressure situation was awesome to see. So glad ya ok Steve! Mad love and respect from Western Australia 💪🇭🇲🇺🇸🤘
I have been a fan of yours forever, even before the wagon, and living in Ann Arbor, have always wanted to meet you, kyle and Val. I have bought hundreds in Merch, and been a channel member for over a year. I love how you go into detail, no matter how painful it is for you to reveal the truth, and how you go out of your way to explain the good, the bad, and the uglies of this sport we love. I am so happy to see Val and you doing things together. This was past due for her to be involved to the extent she is. You are both fine people, and Kyle is a fine example of great upbringing. I would love to hook up with you all and have dinner sometime when I am at 131. The car doesn't look as bad as it was first thought. Power wash the inside, fix the body damage, check out the chassis, and figure out a way to keep trans lines on it. God Bless you, Val, Kyle, and Clark for being to cool folks you re, and Hats of to ACH, and the track people and EMS at Orlando Speed World for their quick response.
Advanced cylinder heads looks like it's EXTREMELY BUSY as it is now that Steve's promoted them their business is going to be into the stratosphere. Way to help out guys!!!!
I'm glad YOUR OK the car CAN BE FIXED. When I see accidents like that AND the driver is out and okay I think IT CAN BE FIXED. Praying sugar momma does good during sick week.
Glad you are safe Steve. When stuff starts going wrong it sometimes isn't good to keep pushing because it can always get worse. These words come with age and life experience.
Yeah the oil pump belt issue was definitely his warning to put her in the box and try another day
Holly crap, THAT was scary Steeve! Glad you are ok and the safety gear did it's job! God bless.
You are the man Steve so glad you’re ok. Huge kudos to the staff and responders at the track.
Glad you're ok, hats off to the safety crew for their response time and the voice in your head that said take all the necessary precautions. It's Much easier for Steve Morris to replace a car than it is for the universe to replace a Steve Morris ☮
Glad you are OK, Steve! Agree with the fire truck response time, wow! Everyone was haulin' ass before you were done sliding!
Have to echo the thanks to ACH. That was amazing!
Dam Steve that had to be scary. Glad you are ok.
There's probably still room in Sick Ward. Cars can be repaired. It's more important that you are ok.
Holy $hit! I never had a YT video hit me so emotionally. So sorry Steve. I'm glade you are ok. I'm not a race car builder, but every time I see that open transmission right next to you I get nervous. Please cover that damn thing up. At least the spraying trans oil would have not filled the interior of the car. Ahh.. What do I know? I love your Channel. I'm in Michigan not to far from you.
Steve, thanks for sharing this....
most important thing is you, everything else you can fix yourself... no problem, just time & money.... Unbelievable fast response from the safety crew... also outstanding help from Advanced Cylinder Heads letting you use their complete facilities...(get that oil pressure shut down sorted!)...l think we all admire your positive attitude & not blaming anyone or anything else on this situation, this is what makes you a great person...👍🇬🇧.
Heart dropped. Bummer Steve. Sad to see wagon hurt. Glad you are ok.
Glad you're okay Steve, sorry we can't say the same for the wagon. From one engine machinist to another, thanks for taking us to class with ACH and what you do back home in Michigan.
Steve one man can not do what you are doing. Hire a "crew chief". You handle the engine, in car tuning and driving. Even that is alot! Your crew chief will be huge in catching these details that set you back. Don't give up you are great for the sport! Ray
Yep, there needs to be a person overseeing everything that is somewhat out of the fray.
@@bobroberts2371 Bothe he & tom Bailey need to do this. Too much rushing to get stuff done. Always gonna bite you. NHRA guys do it by having 6-10 guys.
Do you guys not understand that only 2 guys can work on the car the guy driving and the guy riding with him That's the rules
@@dakotaautosales9673 Talking about getting the car ready BEFORE they go to track.
@@dakotaautosales9673
Do you not understand that the event has not started yet?
Do you not understand that car prep should occur prior to the car showing up at the track?
Do you not understand that the car runs at other non limited events?
Do you not understand that Steve has to personalty run a business and that takes time away from prepping / overseeing the car?
Do you not understand that him being stretched thin likely contributed to him NOT installing a trans cover as promised when the line blew off last year ? ( If there was a cover, there would not have been smoke in the car blocking view of the wall. )
Wow. I’m not sure if you get to read all these comments Steve, but man oh man, that sucks. I watch every one of your vids from here in the UK and love this channel. I was really routing for you this sick week after all the previous troubles, to hear the oil pressure issue and to see the effort put in AGAIN, For this to happen really sucks, glad you are ok, really hope you can be back out on track at some point. I hope to be able to come over to the states and see the wagon in action one day! Don’t quit just yet?!
Also amazing efforts by the guys at the cylinder head shop. That’s what it’s all about!
fantastic driving saved the day... completely blind! TG your good and the car looks mostly cosmetic .... hopefully.