Another on point video. I bet I can speak for lots of folks when I say that we'd binge watch these FE videos during a build making sure we include all the applicable tips, tricks etc... Thank you!
Absolutely keep up the tips, literally writing it down in a notebook so I’ll have it to go by, so nice to have a reputable engine builder willing to share helpful information thank you!
INTERESTING FACT. WHEN CARROLL SHELBY STARTED BUILDING THE COBRAS USING THE HIPO 289's. HE USED TO BREAK DOWN THE ENGINES AND CHECK EVERYTHING FOR PRECISION MACHINING AND CLEARANCES. EVERY MOTOR THAT HE INSPECTED WAS 100% PERFECT. THAT CARROLL SHELBY STOP CHECKING THE HIPO 289's AND NO LONGER BROKE COME DOWN. OTHER THEN CHANGE THE CAMS.
Excellent content, very helpful. Even if I don't build my own, useful questions to ask of an engine builder. Located in Central Ks and not too many FE builders around close
I as a machinist would working on the FE blocks I would modify the oil holes on three the bearings on the mains and it definitely draw off the oil hole where the oil pump mounts going to the filter. And a higher volume oil pump
@@lykinsmotorsports I'm of the mind every little bit helps. Less road blocks to flow will end up with more at the end of the galley. Another thing I just thought of is less resistance to oil flow is an increase in horsepower. Not much mind you , but an increase still. Pump doesn't have to work as hard.
There's a lot of things that we do just because we feel comfortable with it, not necessarily because we have seen differences when it was done or wasn't done. If you feel comfortable with breaking those edges, then you should break those edges. However, to this day, with triple digit numbers of FE's under my belt, I have never been able to tell any differences between the blocks that are left with the edges unbroken and the blocks where guys have really done some detail work there.
Do u mind saying with the block right side up, as it sits in the car, at what position do u recommend clocking the cam bearing holes to when installing them?
I don't understand the reason behind cutting the oil filter adapter gasket?? I understand that the holes in it do not fully match the ports on the adapter but they do align with the ports on the block? So cutting out that area of the gasket doesn't really gain u anything except the volume of oil of what would be the thickness of that gasket? The oil ports on the block remain the same? So it just gives u the amount of witch the thickness of the gasket is but how would that help the oil travel through the block? Aren't those oil galleys in the block already flowing at full capacity in witch is what make our oil pressure?
I quit using lock washers in my designs many years ago. There is no reason to use them they only take away from the torque % total to get to 80% of bolt proof load. A bolt is basically a super stiff spring no additional spring force is necessary. Or surface finish damage if that is the other lock washer that was mentioned above.
Well, we could put a bunch of engineering lingo in it, or I can just say that the stainless bolt kits that I use come with lock washers for those particular components, so I throw them on. Engine builder and mechanical engineer here, so I obviously understand about bolt stretch, but I also understand that it's just not worth arguing about an external fastener holding an oil filter adapter (or water pump, or oil pan, or anything else) onto a block. I use whatever the bolt kits send, because it basically just doesn't matter. On a head bolt/stud, main bolt/stud, rod bolt, cam bolt, etc., then everything gets torqued/stretched appropriately, even down to using stretch gauges on rod bolts.
Another on point video. I bet I can speak for lots of folks when I say that we'd binge watch these FE videos during a build making sure we include all the applicable tips, tricks etc... Thank you!
Absolutely Brent, more TIPS the better.
Great stuff bro! Tons of useful tips. I love this content. 👍🏻
Yes sir, I like these types of videos from you.
Keep ‘em coming!
I wish i knew about you when i was racing 427's!
Absolutely keep up the tips, literally writing it down in a notebook so I’ll have it to go by, so nice to have a reputable engine builder willing to share helpful information thank you!
Thank you for all of the great info! I am going to get a 460 from the pull-a-part and give it a go!!
Thanks for the video! It is amazing how dirty new parts are.
You should stop leaving that ballpein outside and letting the beavers have at it!🤕
Hi Brent, Great vid as always. Thanks!
Keep them coming. Excellent video.
I agree with you about filing end gaps. Not fun
Really great these detailed videos, thanks
Nice… you know about the lifter swap. Works on the small 6’s as well!! 😎
INTERESTING FACT. WHEN CARROLL SHELBY STARTED BUILDING THE COBRAS USING THE HIPO 289's. HE USED TO BREAK DOWN THE ENGINES AND CHECK EVERYTHING FOR PRECISION MACHINING AND CLEARANCES. EVERY MOTOR THAT HE INSPECTED WAS 100% PERFECT. THAT CARROLL SHELBY STOP CHECKING THE HIPO 289's AND NO LONGER BROKE COME DOWN. OTHER THEN CHANGE THE CAMS.
Excellent content, very helpful. Even if I don't build my own, useful questions to ask of an engine builder. Located in Central Ks and not too many FE builders around close
Brent sure has a steady hand, Lol
I as a machinist would working on the FE blocks I would modify the oil holes on three the bearings on the mains and it definitely draw off the oil hole where the oil pump mounts going to the filter. And a higher volume oil pump
Awesome video as usual Brent! I've built more than a few FEs and I always seem pick something new up out of these vids. Thank you for what you do! 🏁
We will have to do a collab some time.
@@lykinsmotorsports That would be super cool!
Sharp knife steal table years of exacto expert
G'day Brent, love the tec videos. What do you use to final wash your blocks? I use soappy water but they start to flash rust as I'm drying them off!
Great videos as always. Do you always use studs for the oil filter adapter? What’s the benefit of using them on the filter adapter?
Awesome keep the tips coming. What do you use to lube cylinders when you install piston and rod into cylinder?
Didn't they used to enlarge on of the oil feed holes??
A bit surprised you didn't clean up the sharp edges in the oil filter adapter and the passages in the block there.
Not necessary. If you knew how many sharp, right angle turns there are deep inside the block that you can't get to.....
@@lykinsmotorsports I'm of the mind every little bit helps. Less road blocks to flow will end up with more at the end of the galley. Another thing I just thought of is less resistance to oil flow is an increase in horsepower. Not much mind you , but an increase still. Pump doesn't have to work as hard.
There's a lot of things that we do just because we feel comfortable with it, not necessarily because we have seen differences when it was done or wasn't done. If you feel comfortable with breaking those edges, then you should break those edges. However, to this day, with triple digit numbers of FE's under my belt, I have never been able to tell any differences between the blocks that are left with the edges unbroken and the blocks where guys have really done some detail work there.
@@lykinsmotorsports Yet you cut the gasket away on the filter adapter. Why did you bother?
Gasket doesn't match the holes in the block very well. I just open them up to match the adapter then I know I don't have a problem.
Hey Brent, I need to purchase one of your Ford FE timing pointers. Can you tell me again where. Thanks.
Do u mind saying with the block right side up, as it sits in the car, at what position do u recommend clocking the cam bearing holes to when installing them?
When the holes line up.
@lykinsmotorsports but it's a groove? There isn't holes to line up?
There are holes. The hole in the bearing and the hole in the main saddle.
Hey Brent,. Were can i buy a New oil filter base like yours? Is it aftermarket?
Several different manufacturers make them. Yes, new aftermarket. Scott Drake makes them.
I don't understand the reason behind cutting the oil filter adapter gasket?? I understand that the holes in it do not fully match the ports on the adapter but they do align with the ports on the block? So cutting out that area of the gasket doesn't really gain u anything except the volume of oil of what would be the thickness of that gasket? The oil ports on the block remain the same? So it just gives u the amount of witch the thickness of the gasket is but how would that help the oil travel through the block? Aren't those oil galleys in the block already flowing at full capacity in witch is what make our oil pressure?
The holes in the gasket do not match the block, so I just lay the gasket on the adapter and cut it to make sure they're big enough.
No audio on the video
Got sound when I view it.....????? Everyone else is also commenting about things they're hearing in the video.
No sound
No, we're cringing because you used lock washers on that aluminum oil filter adapter, when those keps nuts would have worked fine.
Well, I guess it wouldn't be TH-cam unless someone griped about something insignificant.
Is there a law against using lock washers? Everyone has their own ideas. Whatever works for Brent. His reputation tells us all we need to know.
I quit using lock washers in my designs many years ago. There is no reason to use them they only take away from the torque % total to get to 80% of bolt proof load. A bolt is basically a super stiff spring no additional spring force is necessary. Or surface finish damage if that is the other lock washer that was mentioned above.
Well, we could put a bunch of engineering lingo in it, or I can just say that the stainless bolt kits that I use come with lock washers for those particular components, so I throw them on. Engine builder and mechanical engineer here, so I obviously understand about bolt stretch, but I also understand that it's just not worth arguing about an external fastener holding an oil filter adapter (or water pump, or oil pan, or anything else) onto a block. I use whatever the bolt kits send, because it basically just doesn't matter. On a head bolt/stud, main bolt/stud, rod bolt, cam bolt, etc., then everything gets torqued/stretched appropriately, even down to using stretch gauges on rod bolts.
@@lykinsmotorsports Sorry I should have clarified that I was referring to split lock washers those are junk and should never be used IMHO.