1931 FORD 5 WINDOW CADDY ENGINE SWAP BEGINS

Somehow I made a couple clips black and white. Because it takes 3 hours to upload, I am not fixing it. Just pretend your back in the 1960's.

[@Jddvs]

Jonathan is the eternal optimist! We always hear him say “not an issue” or “not a problem” no matter what he encounters. I don’t think that “this can’t be done” is in his vocabulary. He always finds a way by skill or magic to accomplish the task. Great content that is always a pleasure to watch!

[@stevejohnson7165]

Bringing us through this quarantine. Thanks Jonathan.

[@maxhenry1977]

That v-8 looks great sitting between those rails.

[@howardkoster4026]

Definitely not a common engine, and I'm glad you're using it!! You show originality!!!!!!! Not the typical, 350 stuff so common today. Let's see how many folks will know what engine this is when you take this to car shows.... ( I didn't know what engine it was until you told us. )

[@Captionmarvelous]

You're correct about the engine, I didn't know that GM made a flat head V8? If he didn't tell us, I would have never known! Who else made a flat head V8 beside Ford. I think it was Henry Ford who invented the single block cast V8 engine? I think Chev's first V8 that I knew of was in the 55 Chev?? Overhead valve,maybe a 283?

[@fredmartin3117]

The SBC you refer to started in 55 as a 265 and evolved into the 283, then 327, then 350 and eventually into a 400 some years later. A historical fact - Chevrolet first introduced a V8 in about 1917 which was too far advanced for that timeperiod, it was not accepted and was scrapped.

[@jerrybrooks870]

@@Captionmarvelous, the first V8 in a Chevy was a 265, and the first year for it was 1955.

[@richiet3490]

Pretty sure it's a scientific fact, Chineseium is the weakest alloy 😂😂

[@seanbatiz6620]

I’m quite surprised I’ve never once seen that perfect new word-mesh b4! Hella’ weak allow for sure! There ain’t a single country that hasn’t been guilty for flooding various markets with shoddy products at one point in time but, China tops the list, bar none!

[@seanbatiz6620]

Of course, most of us whom dig this channel and any other outlet of its nature, would know that sadly, the vast majority of sources that previously made the impeccably strong and robust allows of yesteryear, used what can only be described as ‘Unobtainium’ now!

[@Bamaman14k]

LOL going to have to remember that one

[@faerieSAALE]

WU FANG say; No can tell a veddy big lie - Chinaman maka da cheep stuff fo you to buy. Iffa break into pieces in you hand - Oh so sordy Charly, you been had.

[@andrewallen9993]

Then dont buy the cheapest switch available on the internet! GM switches are much better as they are designed and known to fail in use!

[@barneyeckert9702]

I like the looks of the v8 in 5 window, what an improvement.

[@bryanphillips6666]

I don't know I like the caddy but I'd love to build an inline 6

[@ervingoertzen7233]

Perfect! Just before I find my pillow lol, a Jonathan video! Awesome, thank you !

[@markfinnigan4994]

Jon, in black and white she's looking more like a SHINE runner every day!

[@chris47190]

Thank you for the extra vids I can honestly say you made my day no joke!!!!

[@PillarToPost77]

Watching you do all this on your own makes me wish I lived a whole lot closer to lend you a hand Jonathan

[@DennisMurphey]

Me too!

[@davidwiggins3451]

@@DennisMurphey Me three, Dennis. Without a doubt one of the greatest fabricators of all time. What I couldn't learn spending a few days watching JW !

[@PillarToPost77]

@@davidwiggins3451 Right now working on a 62 Rat Rod Studebaker, Jonathan's vids have come in handy

[@scottm.franklinnc7942]

Jonathan, I've said before and I'll say it again, wish you had been in Boise Idaho as a fabricator back when I worked for dad at his restoration and custom shop. You are one talented man. ..stay safe on both the corona and on your tow calls. 👍

[@lenkowalyshen9571]

I had a 55 Ford 2 dr town Sedan , Black with the one chrome piece down the side. I worked in a Auto Junkyard when I was first out of school , And this 428 4spd Mustang came in that had went sideways into a pole ,nobody was hurt bad in it but the car was toast , the input shaft was bent on the trans , I took all of the running gear out of the Mustang and put it into the 55 rear end also, had a 3.55 ratio ring gear and a locker with the N on the case above the pinion. What a sweet car ,even had the round radio in it and it worked as did the clock . Many is the time I hear a old rock song and it takes me back to my 55 Ford .................one special car.. Thanks Jonathan for taking me back again ..hope all is Well down there in the USA , up here in Canada ..iffy .......stay safe

[@johnapel2856]

Yeah, the Cadillac engine will be neat! I really liked the six, but this is much better. No Catscan inspection? And the color leaked out. Twice! Weird. Thanks!

[@wesallen4228]

Caddy flat head with 5 speed mamual. Loving the dream.

[@johngrepo9976]

Very cool combination

[@jerrybrooks870]

That's how you make a Ford reliable and not just a yard ornament.

[@GUE5TPA55]

this is the wizard of OZ episode .....B/W color B/w

[@waynegouin939]

Hi Jonathan. You're the only guy I know of that's putting a flathead Caddy V-8, 5 speed setup in a 31 Ford coupe. Outstanding! Thanks for letting us watch.

[@Paleoman52]

I prefer your channel over anything that television has to offer. Backyard mechanics are the heart and soul of this country. Enjoying this engine swap alot. I'd change that front end too, this ride will be totally bads$$ when you are done! Looking forward to the next episode of my favorite channel!

[@MissouriOldTimer]

it looks like that engine fit very well in there . it's a quite a bit easier for something like that if there are two people working on getting a engine in , not so much running back and forth checking things.

[@robertwells1650]

I really like the look of that engine in the car. Hopefully if the engine weighs a lot more the frame will take the weight and torque. Thanks for sharing with us Jonathan.

[@markhensley9378]

That engine/transmission combination looks like it belongs right there. The uniqueness of this engine and the way the exhaust system goes to the inside just makes it a good fit for this car. Looking foreword to the next videos of this build. Thanks for your time.

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

Real time hotrodding the old school way. Got to love it! Good un' Jonathan.

[@LoneRevD]

That looks great in there. People will first glance, yeah a flatty.. Whoa, wait, rear distributor, wide head what is that? looks like there's some room to sneak a exhaust between the frame rails. This is going to a be awesome. Thanks for sharing!

[@Beverlys-Hillbilly]

Makes me think of that song "Hot Rod Lincoln" "That Cadillac engine makes it look like a pup. . . . ." Lovin the whole look!

[@deliveryguyrx]

When I saw the B&W I just thought your battery was getting low!I can't wait to see this driving again! Yeah,I bought a crapload of those 'el-cheapo' ignition switches--nothing but headache and heartache when working on my Studebaker.No wonder they're $5 each at Carlisle!

[@RANDALLOLOGY]

The great thing about all this, is you can change and modify anything you want. It's yours, only limited to your imagination and skill set..I live it 👍

[@deanbenson6879]

Looking good! First fit is all about measuring the modifications any way, you do very good work!

[@mmiller1188]

It's awesome that you're taking old stuff that most would consider junk and giving it another chance at seeing the road! Most people would just continue to let these things rust away in a field.

[@rustybottoms8859]

I like that motor in this car ALOT! Looks great. Thanks for sharing. It's amazing difference in how it looks now and what you started with for sure. Thank for you sharing your revivals and builds. I have learned a lot from you. I am currently trying to revive my Great Grandpas 1947 Chevy Fleetmaster and I am using a lot of what I have learned from you. For example how to work stuck valves loose etc. I hope you continue to share and take care.

[@bcgrittner]

Looks like the right engine for the job, JW. Looking forward to the next videos.

[@dannmarceau]

Can't wait to see that Cad run with the t-5.

[@joewilliams7654]

That caddy motor could not have gone in a better car it deserves a spot out in the open and finally a gm motor gets to shine were all those flat head ford's used to sit . I am excited about this build because of that and the exshaust system you will make from the stock headers then anything . Nice seeing you comment and watch dd speed shop yall are one of a kind builders . Keep your distance and enjoy the build time bud

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

That engine fits nicely Jonathan! Great job! 🙂👍

[@johnsecord9697]

Two things that I will add: 1. Drill a 3/4” hole near the end of one or both of the forks. That way you can use a clevis or an eye bolt close to the tip of the fork. 2. Tie a rope to the raise/lower lever so you can move the engine and lower it at the same time. That is beautiful engine! I am glad that it cleared the steering box. One less ass ache. Thanks for the video.

[@dannmarceau]

Jonathan is a rarity, I am ten years older, I thought I knew a few things about old iron.

[@georgewallace3106]

That looks great with the flat head v8 . I enjoy watching you videos thanks for your hard work.

[@richardmasko8136]

Thank-you for sharing your knowledge and how to get around any issues in building these projects. Also helping in passing these crazy days. Stay safe and take care.

[@Topper-gf8xl]

Really cool to see a Cadillac flattie being used. Good choice. If you watch Iron Trap Garage, they are building "The Sweet Heart Roadster " similar to this and ran into firewall clearance issues as well. They found a recessed firewall from a pickup and it made a world of difference. Enjoying how you overcome issues. Keep up the good work.

[@Ken_in_Wisconsin]

Jonathan thank you for continuing to take the time to make these videos.

[@CubCadetMan71]

Interestingly enough, the way you setup the grease fitting and cutch assembly is similar to a 1962 Cub Cadet Original driveline. That has a greaseable throw out bearing similar to what you have there, and the clutch release is similar too.

[@TheWicho46]

I also did an engine swap out on a 1930 Chevrolet with a 1947 Cadillac flathead but with the auto hydraumatic transmission and rear end. I enjoy watching your videos. Keep up the good work.

[@vincebelloni2750]

You're an amazing car builder and mechanic.

[@davidwiggins3451]

Heck, I'm livin' in the 1940s, so moving pictures of any kind suit me fine. I was looking at the steering box and thinking that you were going to have to move it outboard of the frame, but you finessed that Caddy in like it belonged there--and all this without any cat scans at all!

[@edwardfarrar8879]

I love these old cars your doing. And I'm glad to see your using older stuff and not a ls swap. Your cars have character. Totally agree with you on the front end. Sticking out there pretty far. Seems to be more noticeable with the flat head in it.

[@asteverino8569]

That flat eight looks nice and thicc. Hard ass car it’ll be. You know your stuff.

[@Philc231]

Jonathan, I have been watching ALL of your video's. I am honored to watch them!. You are the MOST honest ,hardest working and moral man on youtube. You are an inspiration , a leader and a brilliant man. A GREAT example of not needing a fancy expensive education to be brilliant. I would stand next to you in ANY situation. THANKS for being a great American and a GREAT man.

[@Philc231]

How has your breathing been doing ?

[@garyfeltus9801]

With that Flathead in there that thing is going to look so cool. Great video . Thanks for sharing.

[@Kickinpony66]

Wow, Black and White! Reminds me of the first ever television I got as a gift... a 13" Magnavox B/W antenna tv; it was 1984, I was 13 years old. Looking at the Fat-Head in the frame... You're going to have to fabricate some High-Lift Motor Mounts.

[@fender5247]

Great video I like that flathead I love your videos you are very talented thank you for sharing

[@matttaylor373]

love the videos thanks again!!!hope all is well!!

[@johnkendall6962]

One things for sure ,you won't pull up beside many other rods with that engine/transmission combination

[@davewhittington1368]

Wow looking better every time you change or replace something !!! Quality workmanship. Thanks for sharing

[@MrPaige222]

Thanks for the grease fitting explanation and installation. Now I understand the accessibility.

[@DennisMurphey]

just about wonderful. I was so happy to see the new upload. That engine in the 31 is rolling art. I worry how you can make the exhaust artfully hang down. The steering box just exactly fit, and the clutch looks like a snap too. I like the front end suspension look for sure but yes, check it out good. This engine in this car is so cool looking and pushed back feels right, and a 5 speed stick is amazing. just a wonderful project. Thank You so much for sharing . Reminds me when i put the 57 Olds 371 in my 47 Chevy Coupe. We had a level on the manifold and held the engine up on a hoist hanging from a garage rafter. then fab and weld motor mounts and cross member with a Lincoln Tombstone welder. Angle joints on the steering shaft like yours too. Just love this project. You take care and rest once in awhile. Thank You D

[@rdeanbenson217]

revisiting this video, don't know how I missed it! great job Jonathan

[@mikewinkelman7015]

It's going to look great with that engine

[@chucksterock]

the first time it changed to black and white I had to look around the room to make sure it wasn't me! Wasn't as scary the second time. All good! Love watching your builds and am wishing we were neighbors.

[@johnweeks538]

DANG that caddy engine looks awesome in that old 5 window

[@deanbenson6879]

You're right about Chinese parts! Havnt done business with NAPA in 30 years. AutoZone tracks country of origin, allows you to. Choose. Pity is, good stuff made in Mexico! Hate redoing job because of shoddy parts.Love your videos

[@hotrodZack1948]

Man with how much heavier that engine is I would redo that frame and set it up like it originally came with the spring under the frame and spring above axle. It’ll cost a bit more for a reverse eye spring and a drop axle but for the piece of mind and just functionality of it, it be worth it.

[@andrewslagle1974]

That engine makes the car, great job.

[@twwap294]

Sure is fun watching someone else do all this for a change! Thanks JW!

[@Dwayne7834]

Coming along great. Will be glad to hear it run.

[@jorgefernandez-mv8hu]

Oh Boy! That engine sure looks fine right where you put it. You might want to think about a cross member for torsional support on the frame. You are right about the front end. Check that over real close. You are packing alot more punch and weight with that V8. Thanks for the explanation of what you are doing. Anxiously waiting for the next video. Stay Safe.👍👍

[@augienajera642]

Mr W, that flathead looks right at home where it is at!!!! The black and white looks nice too!!!

[@Truckman1980]

Like your videos and your amazing mechanical skills man! That flathead is a really unique looking engine those manifolds are cool!

[@delwhylie4748]

That flat head V8 looks so good in that car. There are a few things different in this this combination makes this car amazing it is just a slick looking outfit. I had 1930 Model A on a 1970 Malabu frame, doors welded shut, flames painted on it. First had 350 Chev, 350 auto, 4 barrel quadrojet, possi-track that thing was so wild it was scary to drive. I put in an in-line 250 6 cyl I sold that engine to a guy he wanted it for his Chev pickup. Then I found a V6 265, 6 Cylinder out of 1970 Elcomino looked exactly like a small block Chev V8 only two cyl shorter not alot of power but; it fit that car perfect. I sold it after 20 years my arthritis made it to hard to clime into. I had not seen the car for 7-8 years, the guy called one day a few months ago looking for a rear end. We had a nice chat I guess he customized it abit. Any way's I feel the need to go one day to see it. Only I am afraid I may wish I still had it, just to give to the grandson. Like an old friend some times I really miss that old car she was a head turner. You know how it feels when people some times are drawn to a vehicle. Then you get to talking they always ask 'where did you get this from'? Then when you tell them 'I built it' their eyes light up, It's i just an amazing feeling.

[@Mike-xt2ot]

Johnathan you're talent goes far beyond wrenching. You have an eye for what looks correct and cool. That engine was the best choice for that vehicle. Definitely different and looks amazing.

[@lorenzon5303]

Yur a wizard Jonathan! Takin them ol' lumps of coal and turning 'em into diamonds... and all in your spare time haha! Thanks again for all your works of art!

[@dougslittlediesel]

That 346 Cadillac V8 looks really old school residing there. Yeah the exhaust will be a challenge Maybe mount two glass packs and rain flappers straight up. Like I do the headers on my Demolition cars. LOL. But still I have faith you can work out the problem. To bad Arden never made overhead valve heads for the GM flathead V8s. I have a set over at my brothers shop . But they were damaged when the Ford v8 exploded under a heavy shot of nitros. It was mounted on a 1940 WC Allis Chalmers Super stock Antique pulling tractor. Blew the rods,Pistons and flywheel out the bottom of the engine.

[@randyjohnston4513]

Run a rubber hose from the throw out bearing out the bottom of the bell housing, like they do on the big trucks to grease it

[@flick22601]

It's not just a rubber hose but a remote grease fitting. Manufactured to take quite a bit more pressure than a rubber hose.

................... Amazing that two of these motors-one made to run backwards it seems was the power in a couple of WWII Tanks the M24 for one.The exhaust pipes on top were an advantage to having the mufflers exhaust through the screen behind the turret www.m24chaffee.com/cadillac-flathead-v8-engine-data.html Great change of pace Jonathon.still great programs and stories

[@timatwell3728]

You need to put a rubber hose extension on the grease fitting like on big truck transmission throw out bearing I've greased a lot that was setup that way but they were facing down towards the bottom but no more running then you will be doing you be fine. stay healthy so you can keep building these cool car's

[@scottcupp8129]

She's looking great Jonathan. Absolutely terrific!!

[@dannmarceau]

That frontend has always looked sketchy, and if you go back and watch the origins of this car, that's why I am still skeptical.

[@rodneyclements6190]

Hey Jonathan, Do you think every so often when you are filming that you could step back for us and get footage of the whole car in the shot? Just a friendly suggestion. I like the close ups too don't get me wrong brother! Best regards, Rodney

[@shartne]

Wow man that looks so cool, you gotta love it. It needs some kind of paint primer flat black or something to keep it from rusting away like the bottom did. Epoxy primer will keep it from rusting its water proof.

[@donrutter6765]

One of the best paints for protection is to buy a gallon of zinc cromate, and reduce it, spray it on. If you do a frame, brush it on. It will never rust out.

[@davidsample9130]

You probably already heard of this, farm tractor key switches, MF, JD, Case, etc. are still available in decent quality, especially if you order for older tractor. At best a help at worst no loss. Excellent series on this pair of fords

[@kevin6154]

Man that big ol flat head looks so cool in that car! Cant wait to see it done and hear it run!

[@kevingrainger2530]

Dear Jonathan, buy cheap buy twice. If vibration is going to be an issue, consider a aircraft ignition switch. . Watch the weight increase on the frame. I'm impressed it fits.

[@KevinJohnson-fx6wq]

Love your thought process and work. Thanks for sharing.

[@josephneill7398]

Hey Jonathan , The coupe is coming along good ! Going to be one sweet hot rod with that Cadi V8 in it !!!!!

[@mackbruce7545]

Looking Great. The six was nice but I cannot wait till you get that Caddie engine purring in there. P.S. Better take Cat Scan along on maiden voyage too help trouble shoot for you. Way kool Jonathan. Thankyou for the videos,humor,music, and sharing your knowledge.

[@dannmarceau]

Jonathan, believe it or not, there was a time when we built ignition switches here in the U.S.A.

[@stevemottram9000]

But he said he went for cheap. You get what you pay for.

[@donrutter6765]

I think he should install a floor starter button, like on my old 48' Chevy pickup.

[@danmay9728]

Just want to aay thank you for all your videos. Love your fab work in manking things come to gether. As always, be safe. Peace.🇺🇸

[@dpwaaw]

I never seen anybody drop in an engine by themselves....well done!

[@chriscagle733]

Love watching your videos would have a old car over a new one any day need go with wider wheels now in rear but that's my crazy opinion looks great

[@brandonfloyd6321]

I blinked and the video was black and white. Done thought my eyes was messed up. Lolol.

[@adamcarfield7201]

I love the looks of that rod can't wait to see the flat head setting in it

[@nicholaswatson7441]

I like your message . if I read it correctly, if you really want to do these kinds of projects then all you need to do is learn how. Get some basic tools and some where to work. Then give it your best effort. This is how the old time hot rod motor heads got their start,by doing. With time a motor head gets better and loves it even more. Tell Nana Cat hello, you let her be an outside cat and she loves you for that. Regards from the north west and thank you.

[@donrutter6765]

1941 caddy 346 made 150 hp @ 3400 RPM, 283 ft lbs @ 1700 RPM. I was wondering if you ever tried building a sheet metal intake ? Might be an idea to try later so you can sit the carbs up higher for "looks", but weld it out of pipe, not aluminum. Youve got mad welding skills. Your machining skills are damn good too.

[@KEIFabrication]

That motor looks darn good in there!

[@stuartw1667]

That is one gorgeous old Cadillac engine! Can't wait to see what you do with that straight 8.

[@jfseal38]

I had a '55 Ford F-100 right after high school. I put a 430 Lincoln engine in it. It was an auto tranny, but man, you wanna talk about torquey!!! It would bust 'em loose if you so much as sneezed!!! On my first test drive around the block I got a ticket! 40 in a 30, about 40 yards from the stop sign I had just stopped at! Lol! Man, I wish I still had that truck! The dirty 430!!! Lol!!! Tony.

[@gryfandjane]

Oh, MAN is this looking good! That engine looks great sitting in there. Nice job clearing the steering box! I was wondering how you were going to do that. Now I want to drive to NC and ride shotgun on the first test drive. ;-)

[@Stephen-ou4sy]

Would you gain an extra bit of room on steering box by drilling and tapping holes in the mounting plate letting you move it out a bit

[@awkwarddude]

"JW's Rod & Custom", love it, love your progress videos and your determination! 😉👍👍

[@papachubby1951]

If you were putting on fenders, I really like the look of the floating front fenders. Not sure what they are called, but the one that only attach to the front spindles or backing plates. You have to love a flat head.

[@dougscott8161]

Man,Jonathan, that Caddy V-8 engine MAKES that car. Ford should have stuck one of them in there to begin with, but then you wouldn't have had the chance to show Henry what he SHOULD have done........lol. Thans for sharing, God Bless, and stay safe.

[@RatdogDRB]

That's gonna be a fun ride. We'll be calling you "Cadillac Jack" now.

[@GlamStacheessnostalgialounge]

I'm impressed how you can do this all by yourself and even filming! I can't take the dash off my car without somebody helping me hold the panels.

[@garnetcampbell2898]

Engine looks great in there!