Can I Fix This $15,000 Billet Block?

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  • @clstjam4321
    @clstjam4321 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    Steve, please stop worrying about the idiots who think they know more than you. You're feeding the trolls when in reality you've forgotten more than the vast majority of us know. In fact, I doubt there are more than a handful of people that watch you who have any experience at all with a billet block. So before you record your next video, repeat this helpful mantra: Do not feed the trolls!
    Love your videos bro! Cheers

  • @hemiorange6697
    @hemiorange6697 ปีที่แล้ว +76

    This is the video I've been wanting to see. Everyone repaired and rebuilt our stuff, nowadays its throwaway and replace. it's a pleasure to watch a professional at work.

    • @Bertholemu
      @Bertholemu ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Couldn’t agree more

  • @unknownbikes5178
    @unknownbikes5178 ปีที่แล้ว +103

    Honestly Steve any HATERS really have no room to talk about your methods. You are one of the quentisential engine builder and engineers in your industry. Can't wait to see you run a faster time with that block and some higher quality rods.

    • @veto8792
      @veto8792 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Agreed! 100%

    • @futten3230
      @futten3230 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      theres always internet experts thinkin they can tell people with tens of years of experience what they are doing wrong

    • @Yz4Life
      @Yz4Life ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Man that would be the biggest f*ck you(in a good way!😂) to other engine builders EVER!!! Lolll

    • @DodgyBrothersEngineering
      @DodgyBrothersEngineering ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You hold Steve up in high esteem like he is some kind of God for repairing this block. This was actually quite an easy repair. Just because you haven't seen it on TH-cam, doesn't mean that engine builders haven't been doing these kinds of repairs for years. I have seen WAY WAY more damaged blocks brought back from the dead than this. Not dissing his repair (it was done right) but it was hardly some kind of voodoo magic, it was a typical block repair.

    • @Mattvardaman
      @Mattvardaman ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@DodgyBrothersEngineering show us then.

  • @benrossbach6501
    @benrossbach6501 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    Seems the same as repairing a top fuel block. And that happens all the time. Not to mention the father of an engine probably knows best. Thanks for sharing!

    • @bobroberts2371
      @bobroberts2371 ปีที่แล้ว

      For more block repairs, go to the channel " Rob Wendland "
      11,000 HP BLOCK REPAIR WITH USING ONLY HAND TOOLS!
      Repairing a 10,000hp Top Fuel Billet Engine Block
      Saving a $11,000-11,000 Horsepower Billet Engine Block!
      ( And for the bonus vid see ) Updates on the 8000 HP Nitro Blender

    • @wbr7869
      @wbr7869 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I love how he keeps running his hands over the block! Just like a proud papa!

    • @DodgyBrothersEngineering
      @DodgyBrothersEngineering ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Same as repairing any block.. welding is still welding and clean up is still clean up. You probably see it more often in things like top fuel because ally is easier to repair.

    • @danielsplayhouse3804
      @danielsplayhouse3804 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I know Bill at aluminum is becoming very popular for a lot of these big power engine builds and I already knew that they did repairs on the top fuels and funny car engine blocks all the time especially to Keith Black blocks. And I already made mention that I'm a TIG welder and I would love to have the opportunity to weld up a window in a billet block for someone...

  • @kylestubblefield3404
    @kylestubblefield3404 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    "Will you be able to see the damage from the stands when this thing does 5.99, no you will not. So that is all that matters." That was Great!

  • @steveyork8069
    @steveyork8069 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I’m pretty sure this is Dewey’s shop,he can have what ever he wants,because he’s the boss.👍❤️

    • @jasonhastings5538
      @jasonhastings5538 ปีที่แล้ว

      Right!!! You guys belong to him!!!!🐶🐶🐶

  • @mihalis1010
    @mihalis1010 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's always amazing to see a video like this with someone like Steve who is very clearly an expert at what he does, then scroll down into the comments and see all these people that think they know better. Something tells me Steve wouldn't be selling as many engines as he does at the price that he sells them at if he didn't know what he was doing.

  • @gkinghsmith9352
    @gkinghsmith9352 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This is one hard working guy, full props.

  • @jamesderosia4262
    @jamesderosia4262 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Love the process and the openness to show it all good and bad. Good content and straight to the point awesome

  • @380.motorsports
    @380.motorsports ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Not only was the repair very interesting to see, this is a great testimony to the quality of design in your blocks. To go through that catastrophic event and still be fixable is evidence of the quality product you produce.

  • @chuckanderson8480
    @chuckanderson8480 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The fact that you can and have fixed things like this is awesome. It also hints that your more than willing to modify things to fit your needs and to add new things without having to start with a whole new block

  • @kiwidiesel
    @kiwidiesel ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Shout out to that bolt that managed to imprint its entire side in the block wall, that was awesome. Brilliant work steve, In my daily life engine blocks are all cast boat anchors for construction machines, Love that piece of alloy.

  • @3400Modified
    @3400Modified ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Who cares what the commenters say.... the sheer fact that you will be running the same engine block again is amazing to say the least. ;) Hope to see you at Drag Week this year! I know maybe not with the Wagon but I would assume you'll be with Tom. :)

  • @jakster1952
    @jakster1952 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This is the video I’ve been waiting for. You don’t disappoint Steve. Thanks! 😎👍

  • @davidjohnson8474
    @davidjohnson8474 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Steve this really shows why your Blocks and Heads are worth it!! No need to pitch it in the BIN when with a little work its use able again! There was so much thought into the Design! Its a work of art.

  • @quixototalis
    @quixototalis ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Very nifty repair. Thanks for showing us the process!

  • @patrickdrinan2849
    @patrickdrinan2849 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for showing the repairs, it’s good to see fixing parts instead of throwing them away and buying new ones

  • @68arild
    @68arild ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Real world racing right there, great to see how a pro can salvage an engine like this. Impressive!

  • @rotn50
    @rotn50 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Jealousy breeds hate, never explain anything to haters Steve. Love your work 🇦🇺

  • @rolliefoster2837
    @rolliefoster2837 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    ...awesome video & thanks for taking the time to post ! Showed this to my daughter, blown up several over the years & when she watches me fix & reassemble, she says 'what about that spot ?' I tell her 'that dont matter' she may believe me now !...

  • @donanything6816
    @donanything6816 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just awesome!!!! A $15,000 block! I could afford the block but nothing else. . . . . . Suppose that wouldn't work too well. . . . .
    Thanks for the great video, looking forward to the next one.
    May God bless you & yours.

  • @simpleman2004
    @simpleman2004 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    You say your gonna get comments about that particular part of the rail, He He He, comments from TH-cam engine builders? So put these comments in the thumbnail when you're doing a 5 second run. Looking forward to seeing something I would never see without your videos.

  • @gafrers
    @gafrers ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great as always.
    It looks insane how the Topfuel blocks get welded, heated, beat and repaired but it works and they know what they are doing. This is the same.

  • @leontodd1289
    @leontodd1289 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great content. Really enjoy watching how u fix what's wrong and save a expensive block instead of tossing it aside. Shows more of why u r the best

  • @skumbag4hub800
    @skumbag4hub800 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Steve for making this video. Nice seeing someone actually fix something most would argue it's unfixable. But you have the years of experience and understanding to do it. Knowledge is power. Love the channel!

  • @GeoffInfield
    @GeoffInfield ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That was fricking awesome, thanks so much for sharing all this detail, can't wait to see it back in the CNC, you could charge me to sit by the window and stare at it all day lol.

  • @charlesroer972
    @charlesroer972 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The old sayin , trick today is , trash tomorrow . Always change for the better . As the competition won’t be sleeping ! I like your thought process . No fear kickin ass this is how it’s done ✅. U r havin fun that’s the difference !

  • @f.chrisliuzzo7889
    @f.chrisliuzzo7889 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your awesome at engine building!! I like how u repair them as well. Makes me miss working at a machine shop. Awesome content👍👍👍👍👍

  • @jayceecombs6887
    @jayceecombs6887 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the music Steve! Makes the learning experience even more enjoyable! Thank you sir! J

  • @glenbrannon7224
    @glenbrannon7224 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's apparent that you know what you're doing so don't worry about the guys that don't do this for a living.
    Thanks for all the lessons!

  • @miceinoz1181
    @miceinoz1181 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You would be stunned at the looks and comments I get when I pick up a file to repair things. However, I have very good hand skills and was well trained in the black arts of using a file properly some 53 years ago when learning my trade. A good quality file can be a blessing or a disaster, depending on the skill of the user. Luv ya work Steve!

    • @bobroberts2371
      @bobroberts2371 ปีที่แล้ว

      For more block repairs, go to the channel " Rob Wendland "
      11,000 HP BLOCK REPAIR WITH USING ONLY HAND TOOLS!
      Repairing a 10,000hp Top Fuel Billet Engine Block
      Saving a $11,000-11,000 Horsepower Billet Engine Block!
      ( And for the bonus vid see ) Updates on the 8000 HP Nitro Blender

    • @--_DJ_--
      @--_DJ_-- ปีที่แล้ว +1

      A good file does wonders. I was doing the brakes on our 21 ton float the other day and got a bit carried away knocking bushings out of the spider with an air hammer and made a pretty good gash. I could have got a burr or sanding wheel of some kind, but a nice sharp half round file was my tool of choice.

  • @rc-yi8ry
    @rc-yi8ry ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Kickass video Steve! I bet most people think you throw it away and start over with a brand new and every time.

  • @yeahok115sure
    @yeahok115sure ปีที่แล้ว +1

    These videos are just getting better and better!!! I vote 100% success rate for entertainment and education.

  • @ceceliajacob2263
    @ceceliajacob2263 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You the man Steve wicked work can't wait too see her running again and kicking ass

  • @zachrogan9979
    @zachrogan9979 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Steve, not sure if you’ll see this comment but I just wanted to mention that if you hit your file with some chalk before filing aluminum, it won’t fill up with chips as bad. Love your content and your work in this industry.

  • @anthony5227
    @anthony5227 ปีที่แล้ว

    a legitimate master working his craft.
    Awesome work and great information

  • @jeremymullen5378
    @jeremymullen5378 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    🔥right on sm, awesome to see you repair this block. Doing a great job boss🔥👊🔥🔨🏍⚙️

  • @jtuck6065
    @jtuck6065 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    So cool to see Steve go through this process! Such an awesome learning experience 🍿

  • @douglasmayherjr.5733
    @douglasmayherjr.5733 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome Video, Steve. That is one of the big benefits of the aluminum blocks, compared to cast iron, is the ability to weld it up and keep using it over again.
    I’m sure there are plenty of people that will comment against the repair, but that is between you and the customer on how it should be fixed. It seems funny to see a torch and BFH to get the oil pan rails back into place. Thanks a Bunch for taking the time to share your knowledge and give us a peek into your shop.

  • @donaldhalls2189
    @donaldhalls2189 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wicked most of the damage was superficial, and only the bottom of the bores really needed repair, can't wait to see the machine doing it's thing, great videos, thank you all the best to yous and your loved ones

  • @randalllinch2489
    @randalllinch2489 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for sharing your expertise through clear video and simple and direct language.

  • @rprice7670
    @rprice7670 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are badass man. An no reason to ever feel guilty about your work as it speaks for itself. Have a good day an stay safe God bless. 👍👊

  • @leonardowelch2580
    @leonardowelch2580 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love it my man. I'll tell you what matters and what doesn't matter. No matter what you think. It's funny how everyone is all knowing about anything .
    God bless you and yours

  • @say1o
    @say1o ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thats awesome that you can fix such carnage!

  • @radbanshee4508
    @radbanshee4508 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was the video I have been waiting for. Thanks for sharing.

  • @swinde79
    @swinde79 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the video. Just look at it like the block got a little shot peening from the exploding rods. 😂

  • @johnbean1994
    @johnbean1994 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome work Steve

  • @thomasnewton9818
    @thomasnewton9818 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the video showing how you went about repairing the block.

  • @jeeptk
    @jeeptk ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video Steve your repair process is awesome to see.

  • @SG67NOVA
    @SG67NOVA ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m a big fan. First time commenting. So sorry this happened. Made me as sick as if it was mine. Thank you for sharing the tear down and repair. Look forward to each video. Screw the haters!

  • @wayneikola2650
    @wayneikola2650 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent content. I've only seen one other video on this topic. Thank you.

  • @jakem1902
    @jakem1902 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I bet that the missing boss for the oil pan bolt at 13:00 is at least part of the reason why that block ended up in the wagon instead of a customers car, gotta love cnc 😂. Sorry Steve I'm sure that I'm not the first one to point that out😂, but I love seeing the down and dirty side of things from the guys that are actually out there doing it everyday. I remember watching Rob Wendland repair a Top Fuel block exactly as you described and thought hell, I could do that! Thanks for sharing these awesome videos! It really brings these absolutely insane engines back down to earth and reminds you that at the end of the day they're still just a bunch a bits and pieces bolted together. 🦅🇺🇸

    • @brianb5779
      @brianb5779 ปีที่แล้ว

      Rob is a badass for sure

  • @aztharz5637
    @aztharz5637 ปีที่แล้ว

    As a welder, the hardest part of doing these types of repairs is dealing with the die grinder shavings. Once those little buggers get into your work gloves, you'll be pulling out slivers all day. I wake up in the morning to slivers in my feet, catching on my sheets in my bed, once they have time to work their way out. Lol 😁 great job on the repair!

  • @Matty.Hill_87
    @Matty.Hill_87 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This whole process is so cool to watch, it amazes me that you've designed and built these engines is a way that makes this salvageable

  • @karlringe9523
    @karlringe9523 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi.
    Awesome work!
    Thanks.
    Karl from Australia

  • @jeffreyworthington7558
    @jeffreyworthington7558 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for another excellent video.

  • @woofersd2383
    @woofersd2383 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic. It’s just amazing how the block can be manipulated back into perfect.

  • @65Coasty
    @65Coasty ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I came here to read the moronic posts. Not disappointed!
    Awesome work Steve.

  • @bigblockjess617
    @bigblockjess617 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The 2 best channels on TH-cam, steve morris aNd vice grip garage. Both teach so much. Regardless if you k ow how something is done, there is always another way it could be done.

  • @ni_wink84
    @ni_wink84 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Steve, since you heated and hammered the oil pan rail doesn’t that now make it a forged pain rail? 🤣 awesome to see the work into the block and seeing it come back to life

  • @jenibond
    @jenibond ปีที่แล้ว +1

    LOL will you not be able to see the repair when it goes 5.99 down strip from the stands ! Everyone seem to be smart arse in the comments these days !!!
    Love someone that does know what there doing explaining things to the tolls !!!!

  • @vehdynam
    @vehdynam ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very interesting and informative! thanks. Ps : your shop dog is pretty cool , he fits right in.

  • @carlswenson5403
    @carlswenson5403 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I feel like this is probably the sort of confidence that Dr. Frankenstein had when his first monster blew up

  • @mitchtucker5768
    @mitchtucker5768 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is some good shit!! Can’t wait for the next one!!

  • @mondo_stunts27
    @mondo_stunts27 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really interesting series, been fallowing sense before it blew up, will be nice to see it rolling hard again

  • @AlwaysWrenchin
    @AlwaysWrenchin ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like your talk about hand finished. Every piston ring should be checked and most need to be filed for end gap fit.

  • @edpetrocelli2633
    @edpetrocelli2633 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    "What you think don`t matter" That was funny, I enjoyed it.

  • @fishoconnor108
    @fishoconnor108 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like the little info screens you're overlaying. Information is king. Also Steve, I don't think people guilted you, I feel they offered you another option, lol.
    Remember Steve, it's your life, channel and choices so don't take our opinion too seriously my man.

  • @cD-vg5go
    @cD-vg5go ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Besides all the cool stuff, Im Impressed You wear all the protection when welding, so many people dont and are risking awful skin cancer

  • @MrUltraworld
    @MrUltraworld ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very cool! I've been waiting for this video, thanks for posting it.

  • @r.d.riddle2068
    @r.d.riddle2068 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You could mill the entire pan rail/skirt off and machine a 2-piece girdle for the bottom end. Here I go giving Steve Morris engine advice again.....

    • @gailtaylor1636
      @gailtaylor1636 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Big difference in could versus should. You did fine!

    • @vinny6_9
      @vinny6_9 ปีที่แล้ว

      hope he sees it, bro
      lol just busting your balls

  • @rotax636nut5
    @rotax636nut5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This event sure proves the value of a SM billet ally block over cast, the fact that a billet block can be repaired from this level of damage with no issues except cosmetic surely makes the extra cost worthwhile

  • @tomuchfunwithgas846
    @tomuchfunwithgas846 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Don't bother me at all either. Making it look good. Nice job.

  • @3800TURBO
    @3800TURBO ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It is impressive that it was all contained. Solid piece. 👍

  • @leprechaungarage
    @leprechaungarage ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love watching how you fix the block .

  • @toecutter0042
    @toecutter0042 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The only thing that beats experience is more experience. You the man Steve.

  • @stevebeavers3754
    @stevebeavers3754 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Saving a 15k block is definitely a good deal. Amazing how it's designed to be salvageable.

  • @joshr8680
    @joshr8680 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Informative and entertaining.
    Thank you for the content

  • @rickjohnson1632
    @rickjohnson1632 ปีที่แล้ว

    The amount of machining in that block is pretty impressive. Nice work 👌

  • @christhomas8020
    @christhomas8020 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love that your dog likes to eat peoples snacks!! What a great doggie!! And it lets us know that you all get to have fun while building some insane engines!

  • @WyFoster
    @WyFoster ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Only 15k? Man that's way cheaper than I thought. That's actually really good value.

    • @pieflies
      @pieflies ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That’s just for the empty short block. In a previous video he said a fully built SML long block is in the area of $89k. Not sure what a complete SMX would set you back.

    • @simpleman2004
      @simpleman2004 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You do know that's JUST the block right, the rest of the engine is what adds up to more than 100K

    • @5uprnva
      @5uprnva ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@simpleman2004 yes, 15k for a billet water jacketed block is actually a very good price.

    • @bobroberts2371
      @bobroberts2371 ปีที่แล้ว

      A top fuel block is about $ 11,000
      For more block repairs, go to the channel " Rob Wendland "
      11,000 HP BLOCK REPAIR WITH USING ONLY HAND TOOLS!
      Repairing a 10,000hp Top Fuel Billet Engine Block
      Saving a $11,000-11,000 Horsepower Billet Engine Block!
      ( And for the bonus vid see ) Updates on the 8000 HP Nitro Blender

    • @jenibond
      @jenibond ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The built block is prob 2k in aluminum before you start machine and it got be 40+ hours CNC time ! So agree 15k is very fair !!! + all the R&D time steve has in design and programming and testing the block !!!!

  • @johnnystanley4469
    @johnnystanley4469 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice work Steve

  • @michaellafleur2077
    @michaellafleur2077 ปีที่แล้ว

    Steve love theses kind of videos, of course I like to see you go fast also lol.

  • @waynescott1338
    @waynescott1338 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for taking the time to make these videos

  • @Gdone
    @Gdone ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Steve you are a very talented machinist, I’m waiting for the results of the metallurgy for the rods

  • @darrensamuels1511
    @darrensamuels1511 ปีที่แล้ว

    I would love to weld this up what a great job Steve. 🇦🇺🙏👨‍🏭 Tig welding is the best part of my Trade I love a challenge.

  • @scrotiemcboogerballs1981
    @scrotiemcboogerballs1981 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Your awesome buddy thanks for sharing

  • @janchristensen7993
    @janchristensen7993 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome as usual. Thanks

  • @TheScottib1
    @TheScottib1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gotta keep the safety police happy Steve haha 😄.. Great work 👍

  • @Nirotix
    @Nirotix ปีที่แล้ว

    13:11 Steve. All the respect for what you do, you do amazing work.
    Safety police are not on you. That's something you have to do yourself as you get older and realize the dangers, things can happen that quickly that can be life changing, like losing an eye.
    I'm a journeyman sheet metal worker that has run projects with over 20 trademan. I'm responsible for all of them. It's my responsibility to keep them safe. Even working at home now, I wear safety glasses whipper snipping. My wife is a nurse, you don't get eye transplants. Have a better chance getting a liver transplant being an alcoholic.
    I've worked with metal for 28 years along with concrete. Cutting, grinding, welding... glass scares me the most when it comes to foreign objects in the eye.
    But I always wear eye protection now, at home or at work, doing anything that could possibly kick up anything into my eye. It's just smart to do.
    I've seen way to many accidents happen of job sites be it a scaffolder falling from 60 ft to his death on an industrial jobsite, leaving his family behind, because he didn't tie off to someone losing a finger because they weren't following procedures.
    There is nothing wrong with safety Steve. Nothing at all. Aluminum isn't exactly easy to get out of your eye once embedded into it.
    Safety glasses FTW.

  • @matthenry9385
    @matthenry9385 ปีที่แล้ว

    Impressive stuff, your very well versed in your own engine, imagine that😆.Great videos, I enjoy this side of racing almost as much as racing.

  • @firestorm755
    @firestorm755 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic work

  • @fabiotiburzi
    @fabiotiburzi ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That is real passion and real love!

  • @tda2806
    @tda2806 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Steve, I now understand that there are two ways to do things as far as you are concerned, the wrong way or the Steve Morris way.

    • @rotax636nut5
      @rotax636nut5 ปีที่แล้ว

      As SM is literally the tip of the spear regarding the development of these engines, everything he does and says trumps any other persons opinion

    • @tda2806
      @tda2806 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@rotax636nut5 Steve and WO Bentley were made from the same mould. I have the greatest respect for them both.

  • @andrewsketcher8915
    @andrewsketcher8915 ปีที่แล้ว

    great videos steve keep them coming 😊

  • @bdjm8595
    @bdjm8595 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Master class in engine salvage and building, WOW !!!!!

  • @gt1man931
    @gt1man931 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    "I'm gonna show you everything"
    This is what separates SM from everyone else.

    • @bobroberts2371
      @bobroberts2371 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      " . . . Let me whip it out. . . "

    • @yz250a
      @yz250a ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bobroberts2371 Your wallet?

    • @Jnichols77
      @Jnichols77 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have “followed” Steve accomplishments since his original SMRE and New Era days 2005ish when he was trying to build the most powerful pump gas engine ever and always loved the wagon. Maybe the industry has changed to allow him to be more open and sharing or maybe he had a change of heart, but he was super secretive about his stuff/ came off boarder line paranoid back then especially cam and rod/piston design. I think it’s partially his well deserved financial success that led him to want to share as much as he does now.

    • @DodgyBrothersEngineering
      @DodgyBrothersEngineering ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Jnichols77 most of what he is showing you is too difficult to reproduce, or so specific to his engines that there is no way to steal it. Like most people I am willing to bet that Steve builds on the shoulders of giants (smart people do), so most of what he is showing is already out there. What I most admire about his videos is that he doesn't try and hide his mistakes. Some people are so full of crap that they edit out any kind of mistakes to make it look like they are some kind of genius when they aren't. Steve is keeping it real.

  • @michaelturner5919
    @michaelturner5919 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    id still buy the block!

  • @smashface3080
    @smashface3080 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    That’s extra clearance. People pay good money for extra clearance.

  • @TheSteve1175
    @TheSteve1175 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Looking good 👍