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@arlingtonhynes

4 жыл бұрын

Hagerty Love this video, but the cameraman needs to sober up and settle down.

My dad who was a old school mechanic in the early days, I am 72 now. He would tell me stories of how things were done back then. One of his stories was from a shop he worked in that had a stand that had stand for wearing in the bearings that used another engine that would rotate the engine you were wearing in. He said that they would turn it for a while then tighten the rods little at a time tell they were seated in to where they wanted them. He also told me a story about that once in the shop they were working on a model T . They had installed the rear end up side down . When they went to test drive it out, they drove it into the back wall of the shop instead of out the door. I could just picture that in my mind. I love to listen to all the old stories he told about the old day's.

@ronalddaub7965

3 жыл бұрын

The process was called burnishing the Babbitt and they smoked but only with oil

@leonardohernandez1871

2 жыл бұрын

Me imagino que ha de haber sido una muy bonita experiencia la que viviste con tu padre, que días tan gloriosos, si señor!!

The antiquated technology to determine clearance and bearing assembly is astounding. I cannot imagine the amount of engines that were trashed because of insufficient knowledge or clearance during remanufacture or rebuild. This information is the stuff of dreams. Being able to hold a conversation with a 90 year old man at a car show and seeing him look at you in awe because you know about this process - it's priceless.

Watched your vid with tears in my eyes...my dad's first car was a Ford Model A. I have 1 pic of it probably taken in the 1940's. He passed in 2008 at age 81.

@eimantas28

4 жыл бұрын

Lietuva?

this must be by far YT's most exquisite motoring channel. He is the mechanical version of a chef in French haute cuisine. a gourmet machine shop.

@Chironex_Fleckeri

4 жыл бұрын

Wut

@Chironex_Fleckeri

4 жыл бұрын

Congratulations, you have written one of the most pretentious KZread comments of all time.

@P1Gman

10 ай бұрын

I could not agree more. This is the Iron Chef of car shows. But, @ViceGripGarage is the Bob's Burgers of car shows, which to me, is exactly what I need after I watch all this smart-guy, matching numbers stuff. Hmmm, sparkilators 😎

Never thought I needed to see a Ford model A engine rebuild, glad I did.

My Dad was born in 1904. He was driving grandpa's T when he was 8 yrs old. Grandpa was 6'6" and a logger in kings Ferry Fla, near Fernandina. He was tall and rode in back seat. My Dad ran it low on oil, and a rod was knocking and on the way home took off rod cap and cut a piece off his belt for a bearing and drove home. When the spokes were loose and rattling he would drive it across a spring to tighten the spokes. When he was older he raced model T"s on the beach and outran larger more powerful cars. I would love to hear from someone who has history of the races at Fernandina Beach, cause I never had a picture of his car. He went to Church with his cousin Lacy who's sons Ronnie, Donnie, and Johnny became Southern Rockers. Most youngster's probably never heard of Skynyrd!

good you keep old tresures like model a fords still alive they are just so beautifull cars 🚗 😀

Enjoy the videos I am 70 now mechanic and worked in many shops.

I never will own a Model A nor have any association with an engine that is this old. But in watching this video you taught me a lot about the history and build of these engines that I did not know. My experience with engines dates back to the 60's and no earlier. So this is an eye opener for sure. I thank you for your teaching effort. That's what you do....you teach us fascinating things. Way to go.

Never heard of the Time Saver method of babbit bearing clearance ? It really is a more gentle way to start a new engine . And I thought that Hagerty knew everything

I like how organized you are. It's easier to follow when your work area is free of clutter and junk.

I am thoroughly enjoying this. So much great information for my hopefully Modal A purchase.

Just watching this makes the memories come running back. I and my friends rebuilt I don't know how many 4 cyl Fords in the late 50s, JC Whitney had tons of parts on the shelf. We built 2 Model A's. The old Flat Heads were easy to work on once you understood they were like no other motors out there.

It’s a fluid film bearing. When running the shaft is suspended on a pressurized layer of oil. All wear happens as the shaft is spinning up and pressurizing the oil. If you had a servo motor to turn on before starting the shaft then turn off when up to speed, you’d have a minimum of wear. I’d love a wood lathe built on that principle!!

this workshop is cleaner than my kitchen after I prepared some snack xD

I just can't resist, if Abbott and Costello worked in a machine shop, you know every once in awhile you'd hear,heyyy Babbitttt!!!!! Lol! Oh yeeeaaah.▪☆☆☆▪

Unreal! I would have thought these engines would be even more simple than a small block ford when it comes to assembly which I guess it is but the initial machine work and everything that went into these things back in the day is crazy!

They need to sell this as a kit. Looks like fun. 🚘 🤣 you're a perfectionist and I like that. 👍

I never knew the old 4-cylinders were so different. Watching this with a fresh perspective now.

@Shane-Singleton

4 жыл бұрын

Oh yes. And every manufacturer had its own little quirks. the valve in head engines are much easier to work on than the old flatheads. .

@asarand

4 жыл бұрын

@@burn1962ride or, they just never had an opportunity to be around those older cars to learn how they were different. The oldest car I have ever worked on is a 1964 Ford.

@fixedguitar47

4 жыл бұрын

I work at the Ford Chicago Assembly Plant. On the motor line! It’s crazy cause you see stuff written on stuff... Like “Earl was here 9/16/31” Those engines were assembles FAST! Real fast! 24 hours a day 6 days a week for the Model A.

@asarand

4 жыл бұрын

@@fixedguitar47 I have read stories in the past about the "signatures" left behind at the Ford assembly plant. Lots of history there.

@fixedguitar47

4 жыл бұрын

Wayne Campbell - It’s the oldest continually operating Ford plant. I know because there’s a HUGE sign that reads “Welcome to Fords oldest continually operates assembly plant” It’s crazy cause you look up vintage pictures of guys standing next to the old cars that were built there, and you can find where it was taken and stand in the exact spot. It’s so cool getting to work in a piece of history. You can hear the echoes of the past

I live in the UK and have to say these redline rebuild videos with Davin are by far the best videos on KZread, I like his explanation of each part and enjoy watching the strip down and rebuild. Fantastic keep it up 👍

Something about watching these old engines getting put back together makes me want to start a project or something. This series is going to lead me into rebuilding an engine myself and oh the horrors I will probably commit with out watching every single one of these videos and listening to all of Davin's advice. Great video as always.

Man, this guy and his team are simply awesome.

wow those cotter pins on the rods blow my mind

As your explaining the break in of the babbitt bearings it made me think of Ford's old model A plant video in black and white at the end where they run the car on what I thought was a Dyno just before they exited the building but I would venture to guess it was actually starting the engine against the babbitt if the starter can't start it.

You sure know what your doing. American know how!

Just got the alert! Watching after a saturday bar shift with a cold beer. WIN!

Davin !!! Is there ANYTHING YOU HAVEN'T DONE ??? FREAKING GENIUS

Its crazy awesome to see how far the auto industry has come...Keep up the good work. Looking forward to seeing this project being completed and seeing what's next.

Yep. Shim beaing clearance to "spec" during a rebuild/overhaul - especially using plastigage - and it's going to knock when you start it.

Wow I will probably have forgot most of what I learned from your last two videos but for right now I learned so much I have always wanted to learn about the model A rods & main bearings thanks for making these videos and learning that only the middle main bearing is pressurized! We had a Model A growing up and I always wondered about the engine and you have given me some closure but don’t worry I will keep watching until you get the old girl running!

That's pretty cool. I remember grandpa telling me when they overhauled an engine, they had to "build them so tight, you had to drag it down the road to get it started", I thought maybe he was yanking my chain. Now I know why. Pretty cool stuff

That looks so cool and awesome! I never knew 4 cylinder engines of the past are considerably different compared to modern 4 cylinders! Can't wait for the Redline Rebuild...

So much to learn. I didn't know how much I didn't know. Comforting to see that even you learned a thing or two. Excellent video as always, Davin! Thank You for making it and posting it!

I think the engines were broke in on stands with electric motors at the FORD plant when they were new.

@pappabob29

4 жыл бұрын

Sorry, just added that "reply" on a comment above. That's also what I read.

@ronalddaub7965

3 жыл бұрын

And it was called burnishing

Ford really built these things to last. Murica!!!

14.08 And as I rotate it I can feel it freeing up already (grabs shoulder in pain)... hahhaa..

What a fine engine! It was godparent to the rare "Skymotor 70 A" made in Milwaukee in the thirties but couldn`t prevail...

I really enjoy all of the music. Please keep that up.

I was always taught to put the bushing end of the rods in warm oil mixed with zinc and let them sit for about an hour before installing the pin. Not sure if it makes a difference but I’ve been doing it for years and never had an issue

That was a very well explained process. If I knew zero about engines, it would have been enjoyable to watch. People who are passionate about their craft are great to watch.

@ifeelfear

4 жыл бұрын

Shame.every man should know how engine is working!

Doesn't anyone make a crank that is drilled for pressurized bearings? I know NOTHING about these, but with all of the aftermarket everything today, I am shocked they haven't come up with drop in bearings and pressurized oiling of everything! Glad you are doing this build and talking us through it. This is the first time I have ever seen the guts of one of these engines. My grandfather use to tell me about having to rebuild those engines in no time at all and how they use to drain the water out of them for the winter. Back in the early 70's he was telling me how easy we have it... Hahahahahahaha... If he were just alive today to see gas engines turning 400 thousand miles.....

@ericjohnson8482

4 жыл бұрын

Engines back then went that far too sometimes, just not Ford engines. Packard had one with half a million on it in the 30's. Notice the 5/16's rings, and cast to boot, you won't see that today because cast rings suck for mileage and that thick isn't needed anymore with the tolerances of todays stuff.

This guy is a damn genius. Damon love.

I have rebuilt several of the Model A's . Takes me some time because of not being as familiar with them . Back in the day when they were common a rebuilder could fix one in a hurry . Funny how we tend to forget older ways of doing things . Going to be doing a straight 8 Buick in a couple of weeks at my shop . It has babbit rod bearings but inserts on the mains . The new main bearing inserts still come with shims . You have to plastigage them .

"...and Davin's heart grew 10 times". ..how else would he have gotten that Model A to turn over! Thx Hagerty & Redline.

Wild how they did things back in the day! I salute you for trying old school method sir! 🇺🇸

Best car channel on KZread.

Am really enjoying watching this build!

Great video!! So interesting to see all the differences from a more "modern" motor. Keep up the excellent work !!

This has been an interesting series; unlike the normal, vanilla build.

Man brother I AM so proud of you if I was a machinist I'd be just like you your cool

So much information O drama Well done well done , this is true entertainment with great real world Knowledge, thank you

Great work!

How cool, back into time.

Awesome job guys keep saving that vintage iron

Can't wait to hear this thing roar when its all done.

Good work!! Hello from Ukraine!!

The soundtrack was fantastic. Thanks for another great video.

Fascinating.

I much prefer the calm sounding music on this video over the hard rock attitude noise on some of his other videos

Should recreate the assemble line that it was built on. That’s how it’s done!

Always waiting for the updates with anticipation!

I love it I love it so cool watching this old old engine be made new I have learned a lot love to videos keep up the good work

It's called burnishing the model T engine was said to put on the burnishing machine which is turned by an electric motor oil the bearings freely and let them smoke freely. The model A is the same way

Dave....My Fellow Michigander ! I’m from Perry ( near Lansing)

Excellent! Always enjoy these vids.

It's like a big Briggs and Stratton engine except it's built much better!

love you videos ! really love the fast motion ones, they are extremely entertaining

you do wonderful work on them engines you do.

all videos are so good

Wow I'm 4 mins in and I feel thoroughly educate... top vid

Awesome build, definitely a different era of motor building! Loving this series!

Very interesting have never seen this type rebuild before.

you can say that new fangled 1950s tech is backwards!

So much fun to watch!

Very interesting. You could simply modify your Model T rotating flange / tool but machining it short (as mentioned) and then machine a hex (3/4") on the shaft end. No welding needed.

Good show.

Mecânica clássica...é show!!🇧🇷

Learned about Babbitt in tech school. I was wondering if actual bearing inserts, or shells are available for this engine? Would make life much easier!

I really enjoyed this!

I enjoy this series.

I love this channel.

Hey, do my Buick straight eight next, will ya...

@hugh-johnfleming289

4 жыл бұрын

I'd like to see that.

@zuestoots5176

4 жыл бұрын

Nearly forgot the I-8s existed.

@skylinefever

4 жыл бұрын

It will be especially exciting if the crank bearings need to be align honed. Very few shops could do that job, I think they might have to source that out to a heavy diesel specialist.

@joeschlotthauer840

4 жыл бұрын

@@skylinefever Agreed, then the straight eight project rebuild is a go....

I watch with fascination and awe as the rebuild continues as well as the learning; where does the knowledge base come from since this is not your everyday rebuild?

Woooooow.... can't wait to see it roaring

Cool build

I would worry that the Babbit bearing are just too tight. In the original Ford factory the engines did not have to be spun to free them up I think. The danger is that the Babbit bearings will overheat and melt before proper clearances have been established -recalling that the oil has to have a clearance to work.

Great job 👍

Oh, so glad I subscribed!

use valve grinding compond to lap them in

That 18 HP monster will twist the chassis

Amazing video!

Good job 👍

Looking good.

I think the factory had fixtures to “break in” the bearings by turning the engines for a certain length of time.

Love your work. Engine brake in period would have been quite noticeable back then, unlike finely machined components of today.

Very nice

Ever seen the video of how Henry burned in the bearings at the factory? The new engines were hooked to a huge electric motor and ran a bit. I recall seeing smoke just pour out of them during that process. If I ca find the video again I share the link...great video though sir!

About the Babbit bearings, what assembly lube did they use back then? Would regular grease (or tallow) have been the choice or just plain motor oil?

Beautiful