1500HP 3.8L DE-STROKED BARRA IN A BEDFORD VAN!

[@theskidfactory]

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[@Beer_Dad1975]

Don't even 2JZ's have to switch to full billet blocks once they get to this kind of power/RPM? I guess the uprated girdle and main blocks must make a big difference, but how much can a stock Barra block actually take!? That piston assembly is practically porn - really impressive how far the high end Barra stuff has come in recent times.

[@shmellyx]

Have a look at "Wacky Mick" hes got a c20let turbo bedford van 500 bhp, which does under 10's in the quarter mile.

[@260nob9]

Love this and love the Barra though I don't understand why its being de stroked?? Nice work as always gent!

[@petelattimer6808]

@@260nob9 without destroking the engine wont rev as hard. the stroke is currently too long relative to the bore size.

[@francopetrella2131]

@@260nob9 rod angle is a big problem with high boost engines. the turbo maintains a high load on the piston all the way down the bore. so when the the big end is at it's widest point the rod is laying horizontal which tends to snap them . destroking reduces the flattening angle.

[@datapoint6859]

It's cool watching Yoda in the background just soaking in all of the knowledge in front of him. Never stop learning peeps.

[@The_Absolute_Dog]

Too right, no matter how much you learn, someone else will always know more.

[@tfriesen3866]

Not necessarily know more. Just something you may not have come across.

[@playwme3]

He’s like a big hairy kid in a billet candy store.

[@if66was99]

After 40 years in machine shops, one thing I've learned is you befriend and hang around with the old guys. Cuz they know ish that you don't!

[@if66was99]

Unfortunately now I'M the old guy.....

[@maze2756]

Seeing a old Bedford pull on a commodore is priceless 👌😂🤣

[@mitch2839]

Cracked me up aye 🤣

[@markscully2342]

I used to deliver tv's in one of them a while ago (trying not to admit how old I am)!

[@fknmillsi]

Should go ok

[@theskidfactory]

Might chirp second if you’re lucky

[@mathewwhite1821]

So when you need to stop do you just throw your giant balls out the window to work as a anchor?

[@chongwong]

I'd enjoy seeing this murder rowdessey in a roll

[@mitchelltownes6251]

Any updates,

[@fgialcgorge7392]

Nah, I gotta civic that'll roast ya

[@22drift]

More Robbie please. He was great at explaining stuff.

[@Lee-jy7jz]

If this engine business doesn't work out, Robbie can be an old dude fitness influencer.

[@farvatron]

no joke!

[@stephenfurness5481]

He's built like a brick shit house aye.

[@shaunc4602]

Goals

[@craigwaitoa5667]

As an old dog at 50, whats his hastag # you young crew call it lol

[@dustinedmundson]

Brick shithouses wish they were that solid! What an absolute silver fox lol

[@tnmoe-]

Robby there the kind of guy who's forgotten more than I'll ever know. Good stuff.

[@if66was99]

Compared to a RANK AMATEUR... they know 100 times what I know about engines and cars. But I LOVE watching all kinds of youboob channels of REAL experts. Guys (and gals) who know their ish frontwards and backwards.

[@JT-4real]

When this Bedford launches, its gunna rotate the earth on its axis. Full send it 👌👌

[@fullboost]

Awesome :)

[@brendo7363]

Only thing that might top this is a compound turbo fed Barra.

[@negativeindustrial]

@@brendo7363 Does a compound setup actually make more power earlier on those? Every time I see one done on a gasoline powered car/truck it always seems like it makes the same or slightly worse power than it would with just a big single. Good idea but I rarely see it executed well.

[@brendo7363]

@@negativeindustrial I really don't know mate, I'm just a retard on the internet. The point is that (Dandy engines' project), like this high RPM project, it's something different and exciting. As a consumer of automotive entertainment, that's what it's all about for me.

[@jmoore9806]

@@negativeindustrial compound helps with downlow but hurts up top a bit

[@negativeindustrial]

@@jmoore9806 Thank you

[@ryan_etzel]

6:29 Google Search history: "If I have backwards knees can I sleep standing up?" -- OK Woody, time for a story....

[@ArKritz84]

What the actual f... EDIT: Nice catch, btw. 😂

[@jspilly82]

how the hell did you even see that??? classic

[@tierandonnelly1420]

hahah

[@omg-its-ry]

Came here to say this.

[@zackrogers9334]

I'd also like to know how the hell you caught that. That's hilarious

[@shrikelet]

Future generations will wonder at Millsy, even as the present wonders at him now.

[@kizthecyberpunk]

Absolute boss of an engine builder. Let the views go to the moon

[@usedchoc]

Great episode! Watching Robbie and his experience building the Barra was awesome

[@Beer_Dad1975]

Robbie is a sorcerer!

[@karlkiernan6863]

The Bedford build was one of the best builds on KZbin due to the amount of re design / build of parts to get the Barra in. I am really glad this build is back it’s going to be very interesting.

[@stevemcrichards8768]

As they say in that legendary ol' Aussie flick: "Speed's just a question of money: how fast do you wanna go?" That moment of the 2019 Drag Week where you needed to find an engine shop in North Carolina and Robbie came in and was the hero of the day was excellent. The spontaneous hospitality of the American locals was excellent and would do the same.

[@RiddleAUS]

As a mechanic myself, thanks for keeping in some of the really detailed information. Was awesome to listen to you both have a technical conversation over an awesome engine.

[@SloppyMechanics]

2k barra

[@Jake_Hamlin]

"Garage built"

[@michaelshannon4138]

Think you spelt 20k wrong

[@DirtyMechanicG35]

Michael Shannon you spelled parts only wrong. Lol

[@wobblysauce]

Either way fun is going to be had... ice cream... check.

[@dallasvanwyk]

TX2K barra

[@OvertakingLane]

The Bedford will be mental !! Already was... doing a rb30/25 build soon may have to go visit Robbie as he is local for us as well

[@MafiaboysWorld]

Do it Tyler, or do I start with the p*ssy comments (again)? 😛 Join the club and learn the pain of spending the same as your house deposit on an engine capable of 1500hp. 😈👍 Nananananananana I can't hear you Paige! 🤣

[@tomanycooks]

Robbie is a legend. This old van is going to be insane

[@mikenolan3060]

1500HP for 2k fellas well done!

[@wowfreaker]

20k is closer ..

[@Mr_jz_12]

rods, crank, pistons are 10k alone.

[@AMLagonda]

www.golebysparts.com.au/collections/barra/products/nitto-barra-3-8l-de-stroker-kit

[@paule4204]

2k barra 😂

[@kiwi8.]

@@Mr_jz_12 That's cheap really

[@Alonsel3]

Watching these two Aussie blokes talk about those shiny parts is like a work of art thanks for the upload guys.

[@shaneil7901]

Robbie seems like the nicest engine builder you'll ever meet, nice work guys!

[@DaveHiggoHiggins]

Love this video guys. Millsi is a lunatic and I'm here for it. Robby is clearly a gun. No BS, meticulous, genuine, and super knowledgeable.

[@Harris.Justus]

Robby clearly has a couple of guns.

[@DaveHiggoHiggins]

@@Harris.Justus cannons in fact

[@TheCrazymook]

Good to see that Bedford again, it was that build that got me watching the Skid Factory 🤙

[@351nang]

Thank's Alan, Woody & Robbie, building Barra's is what we like.

[@gordowg1wg145]

The usual 'thumb up' for the content, and two more for correctly using lb-ft, rather than ft-lb which is actually work done.👍👍👍 So, a trip across the Pacific in the future for the Bedstead? It'll confuse the heck out of our American buddies 🤣

[@willscoolmusiclist]

the level of appreciation for craftsmanship really makes this channel. All the different aspects of knowing and sharing! your craft. Awesome stuff

[@michaelgleeson1198]

Watching Robbie apply his craft to a Barra was awesome and I noticed there were no power tools only hand tools.

[@grug440]

only youtubers use power tools,craftsmen use hand tools

[@michaelgleeson1198]

@@grug440 True that

[@Kelford-Cams]

Awesome job guys - thanks for installing Kelford Cams

[@blackmarketteam]

Fully enjoyed that, U.K. resident here and have always had a love from destroked and engines so loved the idea of this! Was hooked throughout, sometimes these full depth can lead to jumping through but watched the length!

[@SoloVagant]

As we move in the electric age of motor vehicles, I do hope that this wonderful knowledge and craftsmanship of building amazing combustion engines is preserved in some shape or form ...

[@ghomerhust]

considering how good an average boosted barra sounds, i cannot wait for this thing to hit 10k with boost on, its going to sound incredible

[@bradgotch]

😂

[@iswinkels]

Thanks for sharing so much technical detail. Especially the part about the fire ring crush over the gasket thickness. I've talked to so many "Pros" about this over the years, and frankly if they work with RB's they shrug their shoulders. Half the reason I've been o-ringing instead, which comes with its own set of issues.

[@UmmmmmmmWhat]

I'm sure Millsi's real reason for this is he wanted the 700hp barra for his mower.

[@Doc_in_the_carpet_truck]

#fknmillsi!!!!!! what a madman!!! i'm amazed that single row chain will hold out to 10000rpm INSANE!!!

[@SuperTimeStretch]

"I'm going to stick a $35,000 engine in a Bedford" - Millsy

[@if66was99]

I have no idea... is it that much?

[@TrustNotta]

Great video. It’s nice to watch somebody that knows what they’re doing and confident in doing it. 🤙🏼

[@dennisfreebairn8754]

Robbie Abbott a true blue Aussie Bloke

[@PiDsPagePrototypes]

That workshop looks cleaner then some restaraunts! The attention to detail, and the explanation of the sealing rings, so clear and easy to understand why!

[@barrakingbeatz7794]

Robbie is a gun and that’s why he builds my engines. Top bloke and no bullshit.

[@thecoxicle]

Robby seems like a sound dude! It's nice to see some one who appreciates good quality machining and design. Not just the standard "ooooo it's shiny so it must be good" I had wondered in the past about axial roller bearings as thrusts people always think they don't need something until they need it.

[@Jack13893]

I went in the van at powercruise yeah ur right the blokes insane wanting more power 😂😂

[@SunBitSynergy]

im a young guy in the u.s. we don't have berra but learning about the timing wheel and the cam centers was very informative for me today.

[@alexbrown1995]

A bit more detailed than Engine Masters, eh?

[@SunBitSynergy]

@@alexbrown1995 yeah I learn alot of information about 1uz/2jz here that's also not exactly common knowledge in the states.

[@bro_nz1178]

Bedford van are my chilhood dreamvan...just seen a 1500hp Barra Bedford Van is a dream come true

[@perotekku]

Cripes! CAD is almost at par with AUD, that is one heck of a crankshaft. I'm convinced you get what you pay for, but that crank costs more than most heaps I buy and drive 😂

[@Mr_jz_12]

10k for rods, pistons and crank alone.

[@chrisschlis9440]

Some days I think I've learned enough from The Skid Factory to rebuild and customize my whole Mustang... and then there's days when I watch the teachers learn and i think I better buy a new transmission and pay to have my engine rebuilt. Keep up the GREAT work guys!!

[@dxd48c]

Thank you for letting me see all of the engine building.

[@nycsox987]

This was an excellent video. Robby knows his stuff, and made it relatively easy to follow along. Complex stuff but interesting to watch.

[@lasersharks]

I pulled mine apart myself last week, engine out, valvesprings, studs, billet oil pump, HD timing chain billet sprocket, Full exhaust, stage 2 intercooler, air box, 1000cc injectors, external gate, fuel reg. gtx ii 3584 turbo 460 pump. Just dropped it off for the tune. Hoping it comes back 400kw on 98

[@ChivalryE34]

Robbie is the type of bloke you wish you could have a beer and BBQ with. Cheers fellas!

[@cwj138]

Robbie looks like he pulls engines without a hoist.

[@crezychameau]

Wow, I am so out of my competence zone with this, Robbie taught me something new almost every time he spoke ! And that engine is GOOOORGEOUS

[@fendel_]

Robbie is an absolute legend. Love seeing passionate craftmanship!

[@ourlifeinwashington4114]

Robbie looks like he can whoop some a$$! Bet hes messed some people up in his day. That hurricane episode is one of my favorites. Good onya Robbie.

[@ports787]

Back in the day I reckon he would have caused a bit of carnage at the local pup 😂😉

[@tony66au]

Bedford back in the shop means Herbert will be back as TA and Van lurker!

[@ports787]

Please have more of big Robbie! His a natural.

[@FastAsFunk]

Absolutely sensational stuff...! What an absolute belter of a motor. Great to see masters at work who explain stuff in layman's terms without any smoke and mirrorsn or bullshit. Well shot and edited too. Great package, well done fellas...!

[@petrolhead81]

10k rpm i cant effin wait to hear this thing

[@driveitlikeyastoleit55]

Wow, nitto makes rotating assemblies as well as tires. You learn something new every day!

[@joelmate4071]

Can you guys tell milsy that thats too much power. He literally is going to have all the power save some for the rest of us

[@mbsnyderc]

Tell him to put a rollcage in it hes going to need it.

[@joealex65]

@@mbsnyderc You're a bit late, it already has one 😂

[@Beer_Dad1975]

I'm expecting the Bedford to twist up like an aluminum can the first time he sends it.

[@fknmillsi]

@@Beer_Dad1975 you would be surprised how well built it is. Remember it's a commercial that was designed to carry over 1000kgs of boiled lollies.

[@Beer_Dad1975]

@@fknmillsi boiled lollies LOL! Yeah I was kidding of course :-)

[@billystergiopoulos8025]

Great episode Al enjoy watching professor Robert explaining step by step

[@bazwellvmax7334]

Thanks for this video! 😊 A long long time ago (lol) I worked in an engine shop, and it makes my day to see Robbie doing his thing and handing out knowlede. Two dead set legends that don't talk any bullshit = ✔🖒

[@JimOHalloran]

Robbie is as sane and sensible as Milsy isn't. That seems like the right way around.

[@djmips]

Nice work from Robby from Abbott Engines!

[@michaelguerin56]

High performance build and … Al is most interested in getting a nice new ring compressor just like Robby’s. Good to have your priorities straight! 🙂 Good tools are important.

[@chriss3594]

Rob the champion engine builder. Old school tech rules!

[@frankieh2011]

There is a guy in WA that has manufactured a Alloy Barra block. Id love to see a build with that. The future of Barras will eventually have to be custom because they ain't making any more of them. (Wonder who has the original cast molds etc)

[@nibbsie7875]

All scrapped..casting plant is now just a block of land

[@theimprovementsguy8871]

Love that blokes attention to detail. Awesome work

[@nooki1102]

Awesome..your video quality and presentation is leaps and bounds from when you started. I had my engine geek fix this morning so thanks guys and well done

[@_____7704]

Millsi is the Skid Factory villain

[@andrewstewart1464]

Millsy and his 1-MEGAWATT Bedford. Absolute unhinged madness.

[@williamkerr3350]

I just had knee surgery ,i wish you blokes had done it!

[@TorqHub]

Are you sure? Have you *seen* Woody's knees? 😖

[@PiperFishing]

Yo that custom cam is sick. Props to the manufacture.

[@Micah_Makes]

The conversions crack me up. Then again I'm an American engineer, so I live my life going between the units. So, 1.34 hp/kw, so 1340 hp. Also 0.220" is ~5.5mm at 0.040" is ~1mm. That's the easy off the cough number. Love the destroker. Cool build.

[@twinshock175]

The copper/bronze gasket reminded me of the same trick done to my Kawasaki big bored bike back in the eighties, as no gasket existed for this mod at the time. I had a copper ring and groove in barrel, just annealed it and apply torque. Cant wait to see this engine in action, interesting build.

[@shiftdowntv4511]

1500hp van. What a lunatic! I love it!!

[@Trevy222]

old mate is JACKED! could torque the head up with one hand

[@WafeeqUP]

So good to be back and seeing these legends in action👌🏻

[@negativeindustrial]

Still love seeing a 3S-GTE in the opening credits every episode! We normally get forgotten by the world so it’s nice to see on my favorite show every week! Edit: I didn’t know Nitto made anything but tires until today! 🤯

[@joealex65]

Not the same Nitto, they just happen to have the same name, the tire company is Nitto Tire and the one here with the stroker kit is Nitto Performance Engineering

[@negativeindustrial]

@@joealex65 Nice. Thanks for the correction.

[@astondale]

watching someone so knowledgable in a specific field is amazing

[@mribi]

Robbie is a champion!!

[@sheep3854]

Robbies an absolute unit! is he benching blocks between takes?

[@saltydog888]

Yep limited lemon squashes for the Robster

[@scorpiuswireless1]

Bedford Van. I’m impressed.👍

[@peterrobins3708]

Plainly ridiculous...very well done, the world needs far more crazy stuff these days. Nailing it again :-)

[@9002alex]

Whenever Millsy drives this thing, he needs to wear a shirt that says “I’m here for a good time not a long time” Lol.

[@actuallyusingmyrealnameher5061]

Good choice of van, they’ve pretty much disappeared over here so it’s nice to see one getting some love.

[@mattruth778]

You guys addressed every single thing I wanted to know amazing video I thoroughly enjoyed it

[@madrew2003]

You guys are my go-to Tues after work viewing!

[@negativeindustrial]

x2!

[@Paul_VanGo]

Apart from the specific made tapered ring compressors (which only fit one specific bore), I think these deceptively simple plier-type ring compressors are the best. 500+ engines further and I still use the same one I bought 25 years ago. Tweak them a bit conical and store them with care.

[@laprepper]

As someone who works in a rocket factory I appreciate your torque stripes immensely 😁😁

[@TJForehand]

This was cool guys, can't wait to hear it sing!

[@StratoJohn]

Thanks Robby 👍🏻 good explanations

[@bikerbums8305]

Can't wait to hear those big cams rumbling 😍

[@bigunone]

+ Learned more about cam timing than I ever had before Thanks Robbie

[@feenyx6394]

That's a pretty hectic build, looking forward to seeing and hearing it go!

[@G.B]

Could you elaborate on grouting the block? How much, what is the product like, where in the cooling system, and will it have a major impact on the cooling?

[@benjaminscrider6967]

it's called hard blok, there's heaps of good info online but the blocks water jackets are filled just under the waterpump height, its done before any machining takes place. and if can if you overfilled or if the filled unlevel. hope this helps

[@MADTAS4]

How good is it watching someone at the absolute top of there game 👌

[@anthonyboulus9042]

Abbott is an absolute legend.. great man

[@CussCuss16]

The spiders definitely remain unfucked...

[@Looptydude]

Man if money wasn't an option for me, I'd be going with a barra in my fox body! Millsy is one mad lad that's for sure.

[@HighMaintenancePS]

It's a cheap engine mate! Check them out....

[@Looptydude]

@@HighMaintenancePS A little harder to come by in the states. 302s are a dime a dozen here, so it will be what I am going with.

[@metronemy]

Love unique builds like this.