Getting bored? Never. A lot of people are starved for build videos that focus on every detail. I'll be going turbo some time in the distant future, and channels that are rich with information like yours allow me to honestly assess my ability to complete the work successfully and do so without spending too much money. The shit you see on TV is so cut-down that you never see the most difficult part of building a fast car, which is always the intricate details that need to be done properly in order for the vehicle to be reliable.
Probably the best timing belt install video I have seen. Turning the cam slightly to the right, before putting the belt all the way on, was the answer I was looking for.
If you get all clips of you torquing down the bolts and put them all together, you would have made the most satisfying video ever. All the click sounds lol
I am very impressed with your videos. The quality of production, your knowledge and the ability to present it was far superior to any others I've seen. Manufacturers should hire you to show off their wares.
Seriously, I recently had to let go of my NA, and I'm prepping for an NB purchase next year, and I'm hoping to do it while keeping my daily, so I can do a build based pretty strongly on the work Greg is doing. I don't know if he has any idea how much this work will matter for posterity.
you forgot something....there is a second mark on oil pump, around 10 oclock. And when you bring the crank to that mark you need to loose the tensioner and it will take a little more slack. its pretty important....that marking is the point where tension is at the max, so its important to check it there
This is right, first time I done my timing belt I didn't know about this and the motor had a horrible vibration. After ready the manual I realised that the tension has to be set at the 10 o clock mark.
Thank you so much for this SUPER informative video, Greg! You hit every important question I had as to why my NB2 wasn't starting after replacing the camshaft seals. There are a lot of things you addressed for the VVT engine that no one else seems to address. You have a passion for what you're doing and it really shines through. Seriously, I can't thank you enough!
Thank you for you videos! They helped me replace the timing belt, water pump, and seals on my '01. It was a bigger project than I initially thought, but she's still purring like a kitten.
I just have been bingeing this series! I love this! Brings me hope, and gives me confidence in building my own miata! Never quit my man!!! Never quit!!!
Hey man I've learned a lot from watching your videos, my turbo 94 blew up last Saturday and I've been planning and preparing and your videos have helped a lot. I wanted to point out something though, which may not be a big deal at all. But IIRC, the procedure for torquing down the timing belt tensioner is to turn the then 1 5/6 turns, not 2 complete turns. This puts the timing belt under the proper tension for tightening.
Another outstanding video Greg! Thanks for mentioning the Updates on the ATI damper. The new spec is actually 3 ten thousandths looser. Glad I could help getting your damper squared away as well.
red letters would be sick on the valve cover! and its so cool how theres rarely any negative comments on your videos really shows that youre doing an awesome job (and that like to dislike ratio tho)
Anybody else thinks Greg should put on some aftermarket cams. it would be cool and go in depth of what cams to look for without having piston slam up on a valve. i think it would be dope and be a fountain of information. Plus you could pull more power.
Mikey Erickson Possibly in the future. unfortunately this time around my head is already finished, and I don't want to have to pull it to have the valves re-clearanced for new cams.
Greg, did you now install the trigger wheel exactly how you told us not to install it? :D It looks like you didnt flip it back after you showed us that you can also install it upside down.
+Jarno vw Very good eye. I actually originally installed it backwards, and had to go back and re film my instructions. For clarification, the link in the description brings you to my website where you can find detailed instructions.
There is a tensioning mark on your block, you need to face the crank that way and then tension. The mark is at the left side of the block about 9 o clock as far as I can remember (y)
probably not an issue for you because I doubt that you're a scrub like me.. but I put tons of rtv on the water pump seal. I didn't the first time and it leaked. only time to find that out is when you have the car all back together. bad times. nice series! I'm watching and waiting!
I've been waiting for you to do a timing belt video in depth for SOOOO LONG! Lol my Miata is literally sitting in my shop broken apart because I was waiting for this. Also if you do go a little more in depth with the CAS for the 1.6 that would be great! I know the 1.8 doesn't have one but you explain things so easily. From looking at the book and online research, it's rather confusing for a shade tree mechanic lol
I would love to see a comparo between this and a V6 swapped Miata. The Honda V6 swap is theoretically cheaper I'd also love to see how long this motor lasts you. Could you like never get rid of it? Something I've always wanted to know.... how long do built motors last?
TheCarPassionChannel yup. I have pigtails for my NB crank/cam sensors. Here's a question- will I need the crank wheel for MS or can I use the oe crank sensor? Or is that just so the ckps can read the super damper.
5:12 Does this knowledge eliminate the need for clamping the wrenches holding them in place? I have only done a timing belt once and I did it by watching your older video. I used the adjustable wrench method to keep the cams stationary, but is that not necessary if I just make sure the nub is facing up before putting the gear back on?
The duel ranch method is not necessary, it's just helpful because the valve springs want to push the cams one direction or the other when you want them to stay in one spot. It's not that difficult to do it without the wrenches though
Love your videos. Also like how informative you are and how well scripted the videos are. Thanks for producing great content. Ps when are you going to have merchandise available?
Differences in ECU's whether you are running a Stock ECU, Megasquirt, AEM, Hyrda and more etc. some use different trigger wheel amounts for their reading.
His intake side cam doesnt appear springloaded, to where its pushing the cam gear counter-clockwise. For me, Im having to fight the spring tension and the motor is in the car. Great suggestions here, but he has an easier time of it than I will.
yea do the red with the black it will look cool love your video keep up the good work can't wait to see the car run and beat all them mustangs just be careful that they dont crash into you
Yo Greg! My engine looks just like yours since today. The only thing missing would be the harmonic ati damper (because its insanely expensive). Did you ever come across people who pinned/dowelled the OEM dampers? Maybe that could save people a lot of money. Maybe you've thought about the same yet. Opinions? :D
Watched this video again...and again, now I have another question: I noticed you did not apply any RTV on the rear backing plate, the one with what looks like a plug, is it not needed? Thank you for your time!
your timing belt is not in reverse meaning ? i'm a french mechanic and in my school my teacher learn me the writing on the timing belt must be in the meaning of you so for read when you are in the outside of the engine, i don't think is a real importance but i preffer say you. PS: thanks for your video i had two miata and sorry for my bad english.
Getting bored? Never. A lot of people are starved for build videos that focus on every detail. I'll be going turbo some time in the distant future, and channels that are rich with information like yours allow me to honestly assess my ability to complete the work successfully and do so without spending too much money. The shit you see on TV is so cut-down that you never see the most difficult part of building a fast car, which is always the intricate details that need to be done properly in order for the vehicle to be reliable.
Probably the best timing belt install video I have seen. Turning the cam slightly to the right, before putting the belt all the way on, was the answer I was looking for.
If you get all clips of you torquing down the bolts and put them all together, you would have made the most satisfying video ever. All the click sounds lol
+Zachary Esquivel that's what I call clickbait 😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅
Not to mention the positioning of the woodruff key because my new gear and key goes on either way
Nevermore I just looked at it positioned in your hand as you installed it and 🙏 😆
I am very impressed with your videos. The quality of production, your knowledge and the ability to present it was far superior to any others I've seen. Manufacturers should hire you to show off their wares.
I have never been bored when watching any of your videos. Thanks for all the free, entertaining, and informational videos.
Bored of these videos? Not at all. I always click your videos first when I see my feed.
The VVT videos are never boring! For me at least lol
need more! Greg is going to be the video manual for miata turbo builds.
Seriously, I recently had to let go of my NA, and I'm prepping for an NB purchase next year, and I'm hoping to do it while keeping my daily, so I can do a build based pretty strongly on the work Greg is doing. I don't know if he has any idea how much this work will matter for posterity.
Hell, I doubt I will probably never do this or at least for a couple years and to be honest, no where near bored, lol.
Those chuki beats bring back memories of staying up late doing homework.
Thank you for this video!! I just finished my first TB/WP job on my NB2, and wouldn't have been able to do it without this
you forgot something....there is a second mark on oil pump, around 10 oclock. And when you bring the crank to that mark you need to loose the tensioner and it will take a little more slack.
its pretty important....that marking is the point where tension is at the max, so its important to check it there
Luka Matijašević Exactly! 1 and 5/6 rotations per the manual
This is right, first time I done my timing belt I didn't know about this and the motor had a horrible vibration. After ready the manual I realised that the tension has to be set at the 10 o clock mark.
use the old chrome valve cover bolts from the 1.6 for some extra engine dress up, looks very nice against the wrinkle black
clubroadster trash
yes engine dress up on a 300+ horsepower engine is going to make it trash. nothing wrong with making something look as good as it goes
Thank you so much for this SUPER informative video, Greg! You hit every important question I had as to why my NB2 wasn't starting after replacing the camshaft seals. There are a lot of things you addressed for the VVT engine that no one else seems to address. You have a passion for what you're doing and it really shines through. Seriously, I can't thank you enough!
So close to being done!
Gingium Are you watching youtube again gingium??!?!?!😱
Thank you for you videos! They helped me replace the timing belt, water pump, and seals on my '01. It was a bigger project than I initially thought, but she's still purring like a kitten.
Timing an engine has always confused me. This video makes it look so simple tho. Definitely doing it myself next time. Thanks!
No CAS on VVT engines. Just found another reason to put one of these engines in my NA6. Good one Greg.
why have you only got 56K subbs? you are a legend in our house
I just have been bingeing this series! I love this! Brings me hope, and gives me confidence in building my own miata! Never quit my man!!! Never quit!!!
You have no idea how much I love this channel, Massive respect from the UK.
Ha ha, perfect timing Greg. I've just finished going through all your other build videos!!
Pun? haha
Very very nice work. You are careful and great at describing each step. Thanks for the great knowledge.
Careful is actually a good word to describe the videos. Everything is done very deliberately
Great job on these videos Greg. They're by far the most useful miata videos on TH-cam.
Bored? What? WHAT? No no no, keep em coming, Greg! As far as Miata content goes, this is the good shit. Keep it up buddy!
Best series in automotive youtube as of right now!!!! Red lettering is a must!!
that rinkle black looks awesome. it looks like a power beast
I swear you are the answer to all my build anxieties. Keep up the great work man.
Hey man I've learned a lot from watching your videos, my turbo 94 blew up last Saturday and I've been planning and preparing and your videos have helped a lot. I wanted to point out something though, which may not be a big deal at all. But IIRC, the procedure for torquing down the timing belt tensioner is to turn the then 1 5/6 turns, not 2 complete turns. This puts the timing belt under the proper tension for tightening.
Another outstanding video Greg! Thanks for mentioning the Updates on the ATI damper. The new spec is actually 3 ten thousandths looser. Glad I could help getting your damper squared away as well.
Your presentations have got much better over the years. Good job!
white letters on the valve cover please, red would look hot boi, and this engine looks like a gentleman´s engine
Love these videos. They're really helpful for me doing a VVT swap, particularly as someone else dismantled the engine 3 months ago! Very handy.
Some may not feel it's necessary, I like to add rat to the blank plate where the cas goes. Great video
Nice build! You need to put a little RTV on the mating surface of the outer cam caps before you tighten the bolts or you might get a small oil leak.
Never boring, these are your best videos imo!
red letters would be sick on the valve cover! and its so cool how theres rarely any negative comments on your videos really shows that youre doing an awesome job (and that like to dislike ratio tho)
Anybody else thinks Greg should put on some aftermarket cams. it would be cool and go in depth of what cams to look for without having piston slam up on a valve. i think it would be dope and be a fountain of information. Plus you could pull more power.
Mikey Erickson Possibly in the future. unfortunately this time around my head is already finished, and I don't want to have to pull it to have the valves re-clearanced for new cams.
Greg, did you now install the trigger wheel exactly how you told us not to install it? :D It looks like you didnt flip it back after you showed us that you can also install it upside down.
+Jarno vw Very good eye. I actually originally installed it backwards, and had to go back and re film my instructions. For clarification, the link in the description brings you to my website where you can find detailed instructions.
Glad to hear you spotted it already! Great vid, will check out the link :)
ha ha ha, I saw that to. nice job
There is a tensioning mark on your block, you need to face the crank that way and then tension. The mark is at the left side of the block about 9 o clock as far as I can remember (y)
Not bored yet keep them coming Greg !
probably not an issue for you because I doubt that you're a scrub like me.. but I put tons of rtv on the water pump seal. I didn't the first time and it leaked. only time to find that out is when you have the car all back together. bad times. nice series! I'm watching and waiting!
Daaaaaaaaaamn, that wrinkle black looks so clean! YES RED LETTERING!
please make sure you include all the wiring and custom adapter plugs
Clean build, Greg! I stopped working on my own car to watch this lol
Glad I have these videos for when I build my 1.6 :D I also have the FSM and Rods Enthusaists Manual
I've been waiting for you to do a timing belt video in depth for SOOOO LONG! Lol my Miata is literally sitting in my shop broken apart because I was waiting for this. Also if you do go a little more in depth with the CAS for the 1.6 that would be great! I know the 1.8 doesn't have one but you explain things so easily. From looking at the book and online research, it's rather confusing for a shade tree mechanic lol
You should expose the cam gears Greg! Looks badass don't know if there's a down side to it though lol
I would love to see a comparo between this and a V6 swapped Miata.
The Honda V6 swap is theoretically cheaper
I'd also love to see how long this motor lasts you. Could you like never get rid of it? Something I've always wanted to know.... how long do built motors last?
bcredeur97 he did like 415hp, I don't think the honda v6 can pull that much power.
nowhere near
Silver or gold lettering would be sick
+1 on gold lettering
10/16/21 still watching these vids.. Thanks greg
No, thank YOU 🤍
that water feed is a great idea! have an idea where i can buy that prefabbed?
Awesome video Greg! I cannot wait to see this thing run!
Daaang dude. Can't wait till it's up and running! Good job man.
Just a quick note- VVT swaps using the old electronics can reuse CAS. (My 94 still running CAS/oe electronics. )
+accordv6er Yo can run the engine but can't control VVT on a CAS-only setup though.
TheCarPassionChannel yup. I have pigtails for my NB crank/cam sensors. Here's a question- will I need the crank wheel for MS or can I use the oe crank sensor? Or is that just so the ckps can read the super damper.
5:12 Does this knowledge eliminate the need for clamping the wrenches holding them in place? I have only done a timing belt once and I did it by watching your older video. I used the adjustable wrench method to keep the cams stationary, but is that not necessary if I just make sure the nub is facing up before putting the gear back on?
The duel ranch method is not necessary, it's just helpful because the valve springs want to push the cams one direction or the other when you want them to stay in one spot. It's not that difficult to do it without the wrenches though
Thanks for the work that you put into it and for studying all of this stuff and showing to us.
I think the red lettering on the valve cover would look great!
Love your videos. Also like how informative you are and how well scripted the videos are. Thanks for producing great content. Ps when are you going to have merchandise available?
Your vids are never boring. Regards, your best snapchat friend from Sweden (The one with saab engines and drifting)
boyssssss VVT is back
Thank you for this video! Couldn’t find any on the vvti engine!
The reason the intake cam seal is bigger is because the oil needs to flow into the cam phaser
Greg, you've mastered engine building lighting, focus, framing, editing and explanation #moviemakersquad
I am going to take a guess and assume you do not know a thing about engines if you think he mastered engine building!
Can't wait to see your super turbo miata running again, really like your video!!
LIfesaver! Great videos! Well done.
Why are there so many options for the number of teeth on the trigger wheel? What does all of it do?
Differences in ECU's whether you are running a Stock ECU, Megasquirt, AEM, Hyrda and more etc. some use different trigger wheel amounts for their reading.
Note* if your having trouble getting your nub to 12 o'clock, they make pills for that 😂
Top quality workmanship!
Glad to see your build coming along Greg, you should place it on mt dot net.
Awesome content, awesome production. And always fun to watch!
that paint looks insane 👌
His intake side cam doesnt appear springloaded, to where its pushing the cam gear counter-clockwise. For me, Im having to fight the spring tension and the motor is in the car. Great suggestions here, but he has an easier time of it than I will.
Love the black valve cover keep it that way idk about red
Pfff bored?!??? I want more of these long video's :D love seeing the progression greg
Can the next vid start like this: What going on guys my name is Craig Peters...
Greg ;)
*Craig Peterson
Dont even have a miata but love your videos 🤘
yea do the red with the black it will look cool love your video keep up the good work can't wait to see the car run and beat all them mustangs just be careful that they dont crash into you
You deserve far more followers!
GOLD letters on the valve cover!
Love the build vids! Keep it up. I own a 2001 VVT and plan to turbo down the road.
bloody gorgeous engine, mate
I just bought a 2001 Mazda Miata with a VVT Engine, its in pieces. what did it cost for this whole rebuild?
I'm still lost..... can you do one on all stock engine? Just replacing a broken timing belt.
One step closer to being able to share a track day with Aidan.
bored? tbh i enjoy these and learn something new
Best video yet. Very slick.
Yo Greg!
My engine looks just like yours since today. The only thing missing would be the harmonic ati damper (because its insanely expensive). Did you ever come across people who pinned/dowelled the OEM dampers? Maybe that could save people a lot of money. Maybe you've thought about the same yet. Opinions? :D
Oddly enough on Rockauto the Gates WP is the cheapest option out of all the choices!
show how to do the red letters!!
Are you gonna use performance intake manifold? My suggestion also idea to make (rather to buy) tubular intake
Watched this video again...and again, now I have another question:
I noticed you did not apply any RTV on the rear backing plate, the one with what looks like a plug, is it not needed?
Thank you for your time!
Very informative and detailed assembly. great job man
tht spring will be coming off
pretty damn good guide for new builders 5/5 gj Greg
100%legit perfect all the way from London UK. best BY FAR
Show us more 😩 I wanna keep watching
loving the new music
Ohhh man so close to being done!
I love Fords too, thanks for the content
your timing belt is not in reverse meaning ? i'm a french mechanic and in my school my teacher learn me the writing on the timing belt must be in the meaning of you so for read when you are in the outside of the engine, i don't think is a real importance but i preffer say you. PS: thanks for your video i had two miata and sorry for my bad english.
For anyone who has a VVT motor who wants to mark the top tooth, looks like it is the 16th tooth back from the indented tooth....