601ci Rare Pontiac Indian tall deck block with an unbelievable resurrection

[@azjohn520]

Hell yes! Spend half your time showing us your shop operation, and half showing us stuff like this.

[@36handy]

Great channel. No drama. Just diagnosing and fixing stuff. cheers. DD

[@Bigsexy611]

Love this channel very little bs

[@richardsalmon6040]

He'll yes

[@FlyinRaptorJesus]

​@@richardwoods7593that's why I really wish he wouldn't have taken a contract with them. Big companies like that kill good stuff like this.. Dave was doing just fine without having that huge corporation take over his content.

[@austinmedina8852]

He really does seem to keep a good balance.

[@bobbybrown234]

This is what reality TV should be, no drama, no hot heads, just master craftsman showing their skills. Awesome work guys.

[@VinnyMartello]

Hell yeah

[@stephen_crumley]

It is already, stop watching tv programming period

[@waitaminute-vw9hf]

Yes yes, most definitely! Great comment, thanks.

[@Dave5843-d9m]

I gave up on TV years ago. Guys like Dave run rings around mainstream documentaries.

[@Nisha-ut1wk]

You still watch tv 🤯

[@prowler2358]

The fact that there are still people out there with the skill set to repair things that 99% of people would throw away as scrap is a great thing. These skills were once common place, now in our disposable culture they are a rare breed, fantastic gentlemen, i commend you both.

[@Dave5843-d9m]

99.99% of stuff most people do is not as irreplaceable as an old Indian block.

[@scottmichael3745]

Well said my man. I've been a mechanic for 32 years. Damn I feel old...

[@user-ln7of9gs4s]

Look at some of these mechanical repair videos from India or Pakistan, they do an awesome job repairing stuff over there, with the limited tools they have.

[@testtesttesttesttest884]

This is better produced than any show on TV today. Love actual details

[@reallegendsquest]

No man is an island. There’s a whole ecosystem of mechanics and specialist that come together and make the magic happen. Especially, with the more unique, and challenging repairs or restorations. Im just getting into repairing my own vehicles, and I’m picking up so many little things from you. Love the content, Dave. Keep it coming!

[@bgd73]

I read "wagon" instead of magic. what was i thinking.

[@pizzamak]

And therefore never send to know for whom the bell tolls; it tolls for thee

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

Love this. It’s very true. These guys are precision casting are true craftsman and artists, we are glad to have them as close friends

[@richardprice5978]

@@DavesAutoCenterCenterville thanks for sharing with us/me i may have to visit them for D8-headed+efi-ect 1970-hemi repairs and modifying my casting's, as im close enough and there close by slc Utah crankshaft's and my former workplaces 😉

[@tigeroftheeye7121]

$1500 repair?

[@georgeperkins9381]

Dave, This is education that no one sees, I think your viewers would grab this idea 100% now you got a new job!!!!!

[@andysmith5220]

Yes please im an instructor and teaching the young teens all the old stuff and ways of doing things. These videos are vital to teaching the next generation

[@normcheers6870]

I can only imagine the pride that someone that works for you must have when they tell people who they work for.

[@barry009]

This is very interesting; yes, more field trips please. Thanks Dave.

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

You got it!

[@Electric-Bob]

That was Interesting! I never thought that Block could ever be like new again!! I'm in favor of more Field Trips!!!

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

Us too!

[@richardprice5978]

i was told junkyard my ( vin isn't originally a x or j ie hemi and was a 383ld-bb727-auto ) dodge iron 540ci hemi and LSX or hellcat-swap my charger but im not interested in that as id rather modifying mine for a 1/4-rased-up 60mm camshaft and gen-4/5 vipers style on a gear-drive and EFI ect instead parred to a TR6060/tr6070 7-speed transmission ect

[@shespractical7272]

Yes!

[@deanw1958]

At 65 and remembering my auto shop class training of 1975 and many rebuilding projects..I really enjoy watching Dave, a guy my age, still working on engines and trying to help other s..great videos!

[@royanderson3478]

Indian head stamp on block 🚫? Apparently it comes from a Plant in Pontiac Michigan. Rare , can anyone elaborate the history of this Indian head Stamp..thanks

[@rogerwhiting9310]

Personally...I think this kind of content is EXACTLY why I watch so much KZbin and you Dave. No foolish reality series crap...just good honest precision work that I really appreciate. More...Hell yes. Lastly..how do you stay thin? You look great. I will watch every single video you make..

[@athenasadventure]

Yes, if you can do the field trips, do them… i just saw something i never knew that could be done. Your understanding of engine engineering is incredible. Im a new fan, and I think you have a special show here

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

Thank you for joining us!

[@docsmallblock6584]

You should see some of the aluminum heads I've seen repaired! You'd look at them and say "yeah them are toast" burnt toast at that , just big ol chunks outta them and slap tore up! But send them to like TK automotive and get them back and look like a brand new head, just amazing what these people out here can do to save our rides! There's a few places you could send them, but say you got a pair of 6 thousand dollar heads, and can give someone 1200 to 1500 to fix them, that's a win! Never seen or heard of these guys before but will definitely write them down and keep them in mind for sure! When running nitrous (or boost) it's good to keep these places in mind!

[@gracepeschel3894]

Had no idea this type of repair could be done. A great service to repair something that can no longer be purchased. More field trips for sure. Perhaps a Part 3 to show the engine being completely rebuilt and running on the dyno and Part 4 running and operating in the car. And Dave, bringing food and beverages to a shop that you are visiting goes a long way. It shows camaraderie and appreciation for the work being done.

[@elijahtolentino_]

More field trips! Take care Dave God bless you and the team. Making me a young mechanic at Land Rover inspired!

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

That is awesome!

[@JohnShort-g6v]

Yes the more we see the more interesting this rebuilding is. True craftsman at work.

[@modifierle]

I love this video, seeing a process you don't get to see everyday on other automotive channels. I've only recently started watching your channel but I can definitely see an evolution taking place. Getting better with each video.

[@earboit5145]

Doing field trips to other workshops is a great idea. Not only does it educate us on how things are done, it also gives those otherwise unknown businesses a great deal of exposure to people that didn’t know they existed. I had no idea that an engine block could be repaired like that. Thankyou for educating me

[@elizabethjansen2684]

As busy as Dave says this guy is apparently plenty of people know about it. Just saying

[@richardschafer1911]

Would love to see more of this type of stuff Dave especially repairs of dead blocks etc.

[@jimbo2487]

I love watching new and different videos. I had no idea you could do this type of repair on a engine block.

[@safetyshotgun308]

“Dave does shop tours” the series would be incredible , a treasure trove of knowledge

[@lloydweems6237]

As a retired manufacturing guy, I always enjoyed field trips to other plants. Keep doing this type of video. 👍👍

[@dcyamahatech]

Love this... I'm invested in this block now lol. Definitely can't wait for part 2. Also would love for you to visit other shops. It's always cool seeing how shops are ran and operate on a day to day basis.

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

Yes, agreed, 14:26 those of us who appreciate the value of this rare block are invested 👍. And thanks for the feedback. I love visiting other shops.

[@tenman7242]

Dave you have the perfect personality and the years of experience and knowledge to go out into the world of other shops and take us with you. We get the benefits of your passion as well as some of great “masters” as you say. I think your faith, work ethic, genuine personality will make you the perfect host.

[@americancitizen405]

Knowledge is power , now those of us that have watched your video have the knowledge of how a rare block is saved from the scrap pile !.....I say, continue on your knowledge quest Dave go with it !

[@louisrichards3702]

great vid , FYI everyone this is NOT a oem Pontiac block.. its made by Indian Adventures,maybe 20 years old or newer,, it was made in Aluminum or Cast Iron, and with water jackets or without ,for racing,it has both chevy bellhousing pattern and BOP, ...a 4000$ block,thats why it being repaired...

[@robertandrews6555]

Hi from UK....... Thanks, i was wondering what was so special about it

[@douglascooper1987]

Thanks for That.👍👍

[@nickf2678]

Thanks buddy...you wrote exactly what I was going to.

[@Musclecars4l1fe]

Those shirts must be absolutely amazing if Dave is endorsing them! Can't say I've seen Dave throw a commercial in a video. Top notch work Dave! I'm trying to talk a buddy out your way into bringing you an engine.

[@77ryan0341]

Just don’t say they aren’t made in America or your comment will be removed. 🇺🇸

[@mitchell7203]

​@@77ryan0341Wait what

[@integr8er66]

I think the Tee shirts suck actually, I hate tight shirts

[@brianlewis8417]

As an Editor, I appreciate NOT over-editing. Let stuff breathe, little music when needed, just let the shots work.

[@ryanalexander984]

Imagine if high schools in America taught this stuff, Instead of being forced to read Romeo and Juliet. That would be great.

[@teachingbeats]

Why "instead" of reading the classics? You can't do both? I'm a mechanic and my life was saved by being "forced" to read books...I was also forced to learn mathematics.

[@crakilldurmom]

My high school in the 90's in CT had a metals shop that covered machining, sheet metal, welding and casting. A wood shop that covered it all and auto shop that did it all. I took metal's all 4yrs, woods 3yrs and auto 3yrs. Now I'm 46 and I've been a welder and mechanic all my life

[@steggles667]

I love this comment Ryan! Ask any boy if he’d rather read Shakespeare or learn how to build and repair cars and engines and I’m sure you’d have 80% of the boys and even 20% of the girls who’d love to do this. I’m watching these clips in Australia at the ripe old age of 48 wishing I could have done this stuff in high school. I’m sure my career choice would’ve been very different had I had the opportunity to do this type of work in High School.

[@ryanalexander984]

@@steggles667 I wish we had construction and electrician and plumbing classes in schools. I took auto class but it was basically how to do oil changes and tire repairs.

[@331fox82ut]

Dave, i have delivered parts you you years ago when i was living a different life. It's awesome to see your shop grow. Letting your curiosity lead us all through videos like this is amazing. Thank you for showing us this insane process.

[@baileysomers-gr6zl]

Im a diesel mechanic for MHC Kenworth of Knoxville, TN. Grew up working on trucks and trailers but i would drop everything and move my family to Utah in a heartbeat to work there

[@Peacetoall-js4mv]

This is absolutely amazing!! This guy is genius! Hats off to him and his 30 years of service fixing our blocks!

[@MartiniPinball]

insane how there is a way to salvage a block like that, I never thought tis would be nothing else but a write off. Amazing seeing the craftsmanship.

[@wkrupper]

Field trips. YES!!!! Cool stuff, I've always loved field trips to see new stuff!

[@rayk3-103]

Thank you Dave for the education, You’re more than a repair shop.

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

Wow, thanks

[@iainun]

this is the best youtube channel out there right now for the automotive industry

[@33ad1]

I follow Subi- Performance on KZbin. Its a machine shop and engine rebuilder in Germany . The owner Andre spends a lot of time filming the operations in his shop and also he visits other machine shops and rebuilders. So I would love to see Dave do the same thing. This may inspire and encourage this young generation into carrying the torch and making our country strong again in the machining industry .

[@Charlie-Oooooo]

Yes! You're exactly the right person to show us cool stuff happening in other shops, with your shop as the breakout point.

[@chasemccarter959]

Yes go on Field trips!

[@keithworker8556]

Best clip I’ve seen on KZbin for years bring us more ,great to see different shops with different specialties

[@MJF40]

Dave, you’re an artist too

[@bobbypaluga4346]

Yes, please visit other shops. It’s amazing to see specialized processes at work. I never imagined you could repair a cracked block. I’d love to see how machinists creat new parts when replacement parts are not available. I’d also like to see how incredible auto painting jobs are done. You know the ones with a few dozen coats of acrylics (I think) that end up looking absolutely stunning.

[@GlitchMonki]

A true master of his art

[@93vertz42]

Dude, dave. I dont know if you will ever see this, but i admire you so much! I would love to learn from someone like you.

[@minnesotatomcat]

Super cool process, I’ve been waiting for this since the preview!

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

Thanks for hanging in there! It's been a long time coming, hasn't it?😂. Another video should be out soon.

[@floridarossi9111]

Another New Favorite show/channel !!!!!!! Better than anything hollyweird can produce!!!!

[@devinpowers4368]

Steve is very professional. One bad to the bone build🤙

[@Bill-is9lu]

Hey Dave, I've come to appreciate the time you spend with us. Most of my joy, in over 50 years as a decent shade tree mechanic, was learning something new from somebody in the know. Thanks for letting me hold the light. God bless you Dave. You must wake up to something new everyday 👍😉

[@jimmyboe25]

I really like you taking us around and sharing the adventure. So many people and hands have contributed to that engine block . The owner will be over the moon when it’s done.

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

You bet! You get it 👍

[@mkbarber65]

Absolutely Dave! Let’s see some cool stuff! I’m a sales rep in the electrical industry and the part of my job that I love is getting out on the customer’s shop floors to see what they do! This is a cool repair, I had no idea a cast block could even be repaired

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

Right on!

[@guckertott]

Big fan of you sticking to the work back at the shop. Achieve excellence within your own business. Millions of other KZbin whackos cover every conceivable type of instruction video ad nauseum. No need for you to jump in there. Your guys need you and you have a good thing going there. Use the time to determine better ways to serve your own customers and hopefully make the process more affordable for them.

[@willkay73]

Dave, I can't say yes emphatically enough to you visiting other shops. It's a win-win-win situation. You get to create awesome content, the shops you visit get more advertising and viewership, and we, your humble viewers, get to enjoy the content you create. Diesel Dave and the Toyota, Steve and his shop, and whoever else you do business with. I just love the fact that there are businesses out there that take pride in their work, do it right, and take care of their customers. I've thought about buying an older Toyota like the one you were working on with Diesel Dave, and I'd love for you to do a deep dive into their history, the quality, and the best models to buy. Thank you so much for the awesome videos. All the best!

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

Great feedback, much appreciated👍

[@alonzomendoza5393]

What a fascinating process 😮

[@StephenBuedell]

I enjoy both, the field trip episodes and the back home episodes. In other words just keep surprising us. Great indepth knowledge and laymens translations. That's what makes your channel stand out, and the love and passion you have for your life's work. Thanks Dave. Keep being Dave. Love always, Always love 🚜😜

[@eliasmelendez1271]

Can you please, convince the younger Z generation to pick up this type of trade! So many opportunities in the United States and nobody wants to work. Yes

[@philipmilsom9544]

Great instalment, part 2 please and more of these outings!

[@HBSuccess]

Absolutely let’s see more of these amazing specialty operations. You are a great presenter Dave and you’re teaching the world.

[@jyellowhammer]

Dave, thank you so much for showing everyone this procedure and yes you are correct when you say that man is an artist. You certainly fall into that category as well. I have an extreme interest in casting and metallurgy. If I had a metal lathe I would be dangerous. Keep up the superior content sir. Lovin' every minute of it. God Bless!

[@petercan1020]

I love these longer videos and the collaborations keep pumping them out I love the content. Here in Long Island New York I can't find a good mechanic I always have to do the work myself because I haven't been able to trust any mechanics including dealerships I don't want to put the time in to diagnose a car properly. So it's a relief to see somebody who really cares someone who is into there work.

[@dgb56bgd]

YES…MORE shop visits. Great content Dave. Blessings, from this old man in Tennessee.

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

Thanks 👍

[@lonnygil]

Wow dave. Been an oilfield mechanic for close to 20 years now. I had no idea a repair like this was even possible. Our blocks are throw aways. Thank you for the information and the content!

[@killerkane1957]

Absolutely! Adding this type of stuff makes a great show even better. Realize this is not a full-on machining channel, but some views of cleanup of the weld on the horizontal boring machine would be interesting. Keep up the good work! You are fast becoming one of the best out there!

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

Thanks for sharing!

[@christyler624]

In my personal opinion. It's great to see different shops. Especially true one off original ones like this. I'm in Upstate New York. My youngest Daughter moved to Utah a little over a year ago. Just a bit North of your shop. It's great for her Dad to be able to learn about Utah without driving her crazy with a million questions. She's a little 21 year old. With motor oil in her veins. It's great to talk to her about the shops I see. Thank you for your videos and information.

[@MikeSmith-sm4zz]

Any experience you have to offer, wether it be your shop or others is most appreciated. Your channel is fascinating to watch. I’ve been doing this stuff for 40 years and I learn something on every video you do. Thanks

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

Wow, thank you!

[@Ethan-xm4fv]

That is a lost art. Seeing old school milling nachines make my day. Its amazing how they still work great. It would be great to have you visit shops like these

[@michael-fv7mx]

What an awesome process. How great to see it. Can't wait to see the rest. Love to see other shops and the professionals that keep this country going

[@mikefarrow5271]

I wish this video showed more of the work that was being done to the block. That’s the only thing I think it was missing besides that this was great. I would love to see more work being done at places like this

[@bdunn854]

Yes! The field trips would be very interesting. I didn’t even know this could be done. Very cool stuff.

[@jonclarke9929]

Yes Sir! Get out there and show us some cool stuff from other repair discipline's. 👍

[@roym.9875]

Do it! Love to see what other specialists are doing!!

[@mikekreckel-tu9xj]

Learning from others and watching you is invaluable! Love your content, and your honest and a professional !!

[@4040pmora]

Shop rescue! kinda like the Bar show. This episode is awesome, Thank you to the shop for allowing to show this process.

[@stephenjohnson6841]

As many others have said, I'm totally down for you doing more of these field trips. Huge thanks to both of you!

[@raymondvigeant1805]

Thanks for bringing this kind of repair to us! Terrific!

[@jaredallen1149]

Absolutely DO visit other shops! This video was mesmerizing for me, cuz in all my years as a mechanic, I've never seen anyone replace cast iron, and I loved it. I applaud your desire to keep learning, cuz even us old farts should never waste a chance to glean new knowledge. My dad told me before he died that any day you can learn something new is a good day. Love this channel. Nicely done.

[@jonathanmckay8063]

Love everything you do, Dave! Definitely do more field trips in the future, please!

[@chris-C8]

We gotta see this thing run! I love checking out shop tours like this, so please keep making more of this content.

[@Solidarity1024]

Thank you Steve for taking this project and showing us. Thank you Dave. This was very interesting. I did not know this damage could be repaired.

[@cheese.n.crackers]

This is just phenomenal. So educational and interesting and what a specialty. Would love to see more shop tours like this and keep the detailed videos coming on this Indian blocks. Gentlemen like all of you are national treasures. Train the younger generation and keep this alive!

[@ArmenianArmWrestler]

Would definitely watch more of this! So cool

[@willkincaid5841]

Awesome video. It's very cool to see that block getting the work it deserves. Hands down to you all for saving it, can't wait to see the progress. Pontiacs are a big part of what got me into working on cars in ranges far and wide at a young age. Look forward to seeing this old poncho run one day.

[@jeffsebastian]

More shops, this is really interesting. I didn't know there were people that did anything like this. Very cool.

[@miceinoz1181]

Seeing this specialized processes is real interesting. I would be happy to see other stuff that you would not normally see as well Dave.

[@TheShaggy1966]

It’s very cool to watch some legitimate pros at work.

[@user-sy8mn3dg6l]

Yes...please do more field trips to other shops so we can learn from other Yodas of their trade. Really enjoy your channel and please keep it going. Thank you Sir !

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

You got it!

[@ItsQueenFeisty]

I am not a mechanic, but i love watching your videos. You make everything so interetijg and your presentation is so engaging! Love it

[@johnhart125]

Your channel has taught an old dog new tricks. Whatever you choose will be worth watching

[@krishnamcallister2071]

One of my favourite new channels I've stumbled across. Thank you for documenting and sharing!

[@luetner]

This was a good show. Many old cars have been left outside with water and have frozen requiring block repair. Thank you for showing how repair is done.

[@cmasters007]

GOD = Good Old Dave. Your show is Amazing . You are a Master ! I love watching every video.

[@DavesAutoCenterCenterville]

Wow, thank you

[@jamesdetrick6035]

Please keep doing these things. This is what skills I tell my grandkids about .

[@Hoggdoc1946]

Found Dave's videos a few days ago and am hooked. The production value is very high and his way of presenting complex information is outstanding. Keep them coming Dave, sure hope The Discovery Channel does ruin his image like it has so many other shops.

[@JRobert111111]

Fascinating repair! Can't wait to see more!

[@davidjones8680]

This was great stuff to watch Dave. I spent all my working life doing Hard Chromium plating, mainly repair work on old things, like putting crankshaft journals back to standard sizes. I always loved to visit customers shop's to see whatever they were doing. Sometimes you can really learn a lot, and occasionally you can learn them a thing or two. Keep up the great work, I love following along. Many thanks David in the UK.

[@Sjackson2369]

This is probably the most in depth block repair I have ever seen. This whole process is incredible

[@Robert-mn8gc]

What a Really Clever Fella 😅 4 repairing this tall deck pontiac block . Nice Job . 😅 Dave l watch u on either Tiktok or KZbin or both . Came across u a few months ago . Said 2 myself here's a decent guy .

[@victorbellan8357]

Very interesting, always wondered how the cast repairs were made ! Thanks for sharing !

[@njfinests]

Dudes, like this are priceless. I sure hope he has next generation helpers to keep this going for generations to come. Learning a trade is priceless, you can feed your family & offer a lot to humanity!!!!

[@michaelmichael7250]

I have twin boys and one son is a welder I have seen him work his art first hand true magic. I have seen also first hand someone weld a bulldozer cat 6 engine block that’s an art all buy it’s self. That engine block came out beautiful. I myself am a retired diesel mechanic. Great work guys.

[@mikefults9309]

Absolutely....never too old to learn!!! Love watching pro's at work!