ABANDONED To Restored! Rebuilding a Ford F100| Part 3 - HOTROD EFI 300 Straight 6 Budget Build!

A guys going to build himself a hotrod 300 straight six! We'll up the compression with flat top pistons, add a performance cam, intake, headers, and top it off with @HolleyPerformance EFI! This truck is going to run amazing!
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[@AdamRodriguez24]

My grandpa is 83 years old. He loves your channel, he watches every single one of your videos. My Grandma passed away a few years back so he hangs out at my house everyday watching your KZbin videos. It would mean allot if you could send a video wishing him the best or something idk. I just want to do something special for him because he's a very special person in my life. His name is Tom Archuleta.

[@daegan7293]

Please do this Derek ! 😊

[@kimkeith8170]

Yes Derek should give this gramps a shoutout!

[@je200sx]

This needs to happen 🙏🙏🙏

[@alexieponcedeleon]

Love your videos❤

[@theowensnetwork9031]

I agree it would be very cool if he did this. It's just a very slippery slope. He'd have to start making a separate video each week doing shout-outs.

[@ProjecthappylifeNYC]

Hello! One of your "fellette" regular viewers here! I love this video. My step dad helped guide me through a complete engine rebuild of my 1955 Ford Ranch Wagon, and what you're laying down is really helping cement what he taught me and more! Thank you for what you do, Derek. I love it.

[@russellferguson1491]

Derek, as a 20 year plus auto shop teacher, I have to commend you on your "Favorite Uncle" approach to passing along our Trade. That you explain the levels of beater with a heater to race engine levels of repair is admirable. Not every repair has to be expensive, JUST AS LONG AS IT IS SAFE. Or as I used to say after a student finished a brake job, "Would I feel safe letting my kids play in the street if you drove by my house?" Thanks again for all that you do to pass along the Craft and passion for things that turn fuel into movement.

[@majoraslayer64]

I've been posting in the official FB group about struggling with setting zero lash on my valves, and here Derek comes in clutch with EXACTLY the demonstration I needed. I don't know if you saw my posts (or if you'll even see this comment), but thanks a ton for all the details you went into here! You're absolutely the best.

[@charlesdalton985]

This will get lost in thousands of comments. I wanted to say thank you for the deep dive into so many things. I've got several home projects going on now, so it took me 3 days to get through this, worth every second. Thank you sir, have a great week ~ Chuck

[@darinworthington]

#2 from the top, so not too lost.

[@CaptnBB]

Very solid info.

[@robertrosini762]

I rebuilt my first engine because VGG gave me the confidence. Dingleberry honed it and polished the crank myself with a shoestring. Year and a half later it's running just fine!

[@ViceGripGarage]

Awesome

[@Munakas-wq3gp]

No matter how you hamfist it, you can just call it a new KIA engine if all else fails.

[@user-ce6wu8bn7f]

Derik, I am 76 yrs old and have a 1993 Caprice I bought from my Daughter 12 years ago. It has been schlepted around for 12 years. Did some things like new tubular suspension, paint job and a few other things. The last 6 years it has sat neglected in my driveway with various broken windows and an engine I helped rebuild with a friend but that has never run. Over the last 6 months I along with my grandson (that daughter's son) have been finally working on getting it running. I especially found this episode on rebuilding this 6 cylinder useful as I wanted to adjust lash and preload on the lifters before bolting on. the valve covers. The detail of this episode was really valuable and entertaining for me and my grandson. I would like to see more of these types of detailed rebuilds. It also helped motivate me to complete this car so I can leave it to my daughter and grandson. Thanks so much.

[@adjacentchannel]

Best part about VGG is that it has the most relatable engine wrenching moments. From looking at the sunset and trying to grasp at the only positive part of the moment before loosing enough light for working on the side of the road. To spewing words out in frustration that make no sense because any other sensible word just doesn't do the moment justice....

[@jeffcicale]

OH YEAH, Part 3 on a Friday makes an ol fella happy!

[@kidwave1]

Yep, was just gonna say that feller.

[@danielventura8073]

No joke. 62 and out of the car game and I miss it. Our last project was a 1960 Willys wagon. Now double walled, insulated and sitting on a custom framed 1979 full size Bronco. 351c , 5 speed manual and Borg Warner transfer. I hated to see that one go.

[@Handyandy747]

Three hours!!!

[@caseyrenner7024]

best part after a long Friday at work is watching this other feller work. love watching engine builds, would enjoy seeing more!!🏁🤘

[@markfillingim3686]

Ditto

[@DeadReckon]

I just saw Sasquatch pick up a 300 short block like a gallon of milk, and I ain't kiddin'. Keep up the great work Derek!

[@ChessIsJustAGame]

And have enough control to mate it to the other half of the engine stand. I'm 64 and remember doing stuff like that. Probably why my back hurts so much now. 🙃

[@DeadReckon]

@@ChessIsJustAGameOh I believe it, I'm in my early 30's and doing an engine swap in my driveway last year on my '83 Dodge D150 about killed me. I mean I know I'm out of shape, but damn! I'm REALLY out of shape I found out. Also my driveway was built in 1977 and hasn't seen a lick of service since, sooo... That's fun!

[@user-pl7em2md5s]

My first engine overhaul was a big Ford 6, I removed and re-installed by hand (no picker). Of course it was 50 years ago and things were much lighter then!

[@themancave5217]

Just now seeing this video so I’m not part of the giveaway but man is it nice to see Derek care more about his giveaway being fair rather than trying to convince people to buy as much as possible to boost his income. Good on you Derek!

[@xozindustries7451]

Hey big fella, a little hint I picked up from the engine builder, the first thing to install is the cam, put the block on the ground on the bellhousing mounting flange, and drop it in from the top, let gravity be your friend, less chance of hurting the cam bearings.

[@georgeponnay447]

Woohoo! VGG Friday! Can't beat that, three hours of fun!

[@brockryan3405]

I went out and got extra cold snacks in preparation.

[@gizmofish57]

Will probably have break this up into three or more episodes. 2 he's is pretty much my limit.

[@ElliottCustomLures]

I drove an 86 f150 with a 300 and a 4 speed from NJ to Kansas to go learn about restoring cars. I didn't know it at the time, but the head was cracked, and it still made it the entire way, and I abused it for another year before she finally let loose. What an engine!

[@hawk1108]

Did you attend the McPherson Auto restoration program?

[@ElliottCustomLures]

@@hawk1108 sure did. Got my degree in 2009

[@halloweenjunkie666]

Thank you for giving the straight 6 a new and happy life! You're giving it the opportunity it deserves 👏🏽

[@Larry-kd3sn]

Derek, thank you for rebuilding a ford 300. I have always been a ford guy, the main reason being im always surrounded by chevy guys. Got to have something to argue about right. I have always worked on old fords and am confident with every part of the truck. However i have never built an engine or transmission. Watching your videos gives me the confidence to do just that. I have a couple old truck one with a 300. Im still not 100% sure where to start but im gonna tear it apart. Thank you again.

[@thecheez3418]

Top tip for fitting a head. Cut the heads off of a couple of bolts, cut a slot in the top for a screwdriver to fit, and fit the to the block. Simply slide the new gasket and head onto them. Perfect alignment every time.

[@zilksmooth]

100% this is correct. I also have a bunch of sh*tty suggestions that don’t work at all that I tried as well in case you want to destroy a couple sets of gaskets

[@g.flanary8084]

A 3 hour Masterclass on how to rebuild a Ford 300. Amazing! 👍👍 Thank you Derek!

[@OperatorPuski]

I actually looked up the Geneva Convention and I’ll be dipped, the ring clocking guidelines are in there!

[@akh21849]

I like that you are taking the time to explain and teaching your kids... I think Bradley really wants to learn and spend time with his Father and as a Dad I think that is Awesome!!

[@Estabanjuan]

Derek: I've built a few engines back in the day and I have to say that you have just provided a MASTER CLASS in how to go about engine rebuilding and assembly. All for free. Thank you.

[@gregferreira2894]

Derek, I love that you took time away from the build to talk about your Indian Motorcycle. It’s great to hear that you’re a fellow rider as well as a gear head. I started out on a Honda XR75 and actually had a Bultaco Pursang 250, it was my favorite….flipped it more than once. I slowly drifted to HD Softtail, and then a bagger. I love the Indian you have, has all the comforts a guy my age would want. You definitely need to take an afternoon with Jessica and get out of the open highway and drive that things wheels off. All work and no play…. Great content as usual. Keep up the great work. Love your content!

[@Powerstroke98]

Agree, as I've gone through a lot of motorcycles and ATV's in my time as well. Love the Indian Derek, you'll have to show it to us when washed and polished up!

[@daws4015]

My grandfather has an old blue ford f100 custom, it's been sat by the treeline for awhile and I love watching you videos especially this one because it gives me inspiration to try and get the ol' rig going

[@fredberger2451]

Love how you explained and showed valve lash simply. Alot of places make it so hard,great to see a quick simple old school way. Thanks bud love your videos.

[@bubbacomputer]

This 300 I6 build is the most interesting build I've seen you do in quite some time, it's REALLY nice to see something a little different getting the love it deserves. Great video!!

[@PapaPugs]

FIxed income retiree here. Got my purchase in hoping for a chance at that cool truck!

[@CountZarko1992]

Man Ive watched the majority of your field revives and restorations and I just want to say your videos have given me the courage to start my own project a 5.3 lm7 and this video just saved my ass on that pushrod length you went into detail about, I just wanted to stop and say thanks brotha!

[@smokesletsgo3986]

WOW!! Your best videos are the instructional ones IMO. I learned how to set my valves from an old video when you were new to You-Tubing and it worked perfect! I'm about to do a rebuild with my 17 year old daughter and I will definitely reference this video!! Thank you so much for what you are doing!!

[@nick540g]

Congrats, Derek - you have really hit your stride! Perfect mix of instruction and humor in a constantly changing blend of projects - some basic, some expert. Do what makes YOU happy and we'll gladly watch whatever you put out.

[@okgroomer1966]

Anyone who wanted the V8 just doesn't understand how good the I6 was. Its the perfect engine for a truck destined for light duty work. I don't know why the inline is superior be it gas or diesel, but it just is.

[@bomberaustychunksbruv4119]

And a six still sounds good with a nice exhaust, not a v8 but still a god sound.

[@casman9635]

I simply love these long episodes. It's like MotorTrend, but way better. More detailed, more personal, more real, more realistic, and way more funny and entertaining. None of that, "We want this build to be relatable to you, so we built this engine for $50. Our friends over at Dart gave us this $4000 block to start with, and Holley gave us this $1500 Sniper kit..." You guys know how the story goes. Once again, thank you Derek for your entertainment and knowledge. 👍

[@mongo64071]

Derek is a great teacher. He’s explained some of this stuff a lot before but it doesn’t get stale.

[@erichinkle8522]

So I'm 68 years old and you have taken me right back to highschool auto shop. We had 3 Chevrolet V8's (can't.rrmember the flavor) in various stages of assembly.. each class did a tear down and reassembly until run. Also did all basic auto maintenance and stuff like shocks and brakes we did on our own cars in the class. Occasionally the teacher let us go rogue and we got to put headers and exhaust mods. He was a true wrench and a go straight 1/4 mile guy. These days I don't think they have any shop classes.. I think they paint rainbows and weave baskets now.. who knows. Anywho... Thanks for the trip in the way back machine

[@pauljefferies9087]

In the future kids won’t know how to do anything, except, Google it, and the kids will think that is all the truth, nothing else to know. Right and wrong? They will say, just Google right and wrong. WRONG! Future KIDS!

[@beatinbanks8962]

@17:00 Welcome to Derek’s, I have no idea what I’m doing engine class. 😂😂😂😂 love this channel!

[@Kenneth_Rogers]

I gotta say, I appreciate the in-depth explanations on what to pay attention to and a full speed initial installation of parts. So many tech vids just word cram what you're suppose to do and then time lapse the entire build. My auto mechanics teacher in college was one of those "rings must be clocked to x position for x engine" type of guys and I built a few engines adhering to that philosophy until I learned that as long as the gaps don't line up then you're good. Any who what's it now, just wanted to say thank you for providing actual engine building knowledge to the world so a guy can maybe attempt this stuff on his own.

[@michaellindsey13]

a piston ring sleeve is the only way to go. ive installed hundreds of pistons. never once had an issue with a sleeve. have had issues with universal ring compressors.

[@Wingstrat28]

Need a multiple thumbs up option 3 hrs of ford 300 goodness yasssssssssss

[@jeremywilloughby5758]

I received my order today and my 8 year old daughter said “ dad Derek is really famous and he might have touched your t shirt” lol she has watched VGG with me most of her life with me. Next order she definitely gets a shirt

[@explanger527]

I have a 1976 F100 with a 302 that I think needs most of this done to. Not sure I'll do everything from this video but most likely break it down and redo all the bearings and hone the cylinders. Check everything for wear and such too. Watching Derek over the past 4 years has made me realize what I am truly capable of. As always, thank you Derek for all you do for us out here. Gotta get Blue out from under the tree I parked her under 5 months ago. I want to run power tour this year!

[@pressharder6920]

I bought a 1982 F100 with the 300 I6 last summer, 2WD and 3 on the tree. Daily driver except in the winter here in Alaska. You inspire me to crack the old engine open next winter, Derek. I'll drive it again this summer, but the old truck needs some lovin...

[@salatino]

3 hours of VGG. I love it!!!!

[@benj180]

Question is Derek, would you still be talking to yourself without the camera on? Kinda like if a tree falls in the woods and no one is there kind of thing.

[@user-di7in2zx1c]

Derek, As a viewer of your wonderful videos , I'm so pleased to see you rebuilding the 300 straight six engine . The workhorse engine in the Ford Motor Company. Years ago I owned and drove a 1978 and 1979 Ford F250 Camper Specials. One had 351 Windsor and the other had a 400 V8. Both were great horse trailer haulers.I really enjoy your tutorials on rebuilding the 305 Six back to a great reliable F100 pick up for one lucky viewer.

[@normanpain573]

Great and informative video as usual Derek! Regarding installing those valve retainers, my dad used to use a dab of axle grease to keep those little devils in place before the spring compressor was released. Worked everytime and no unnecessary cursing!!!

[@BigBlueMean]

Three Hours!!!! I'm ready for it.

[@ewasteredux]

Did Kevin Costner produce it? Wow!

[@rbye]

@@ewastereduxI wonder what Kevin Costner is doing today.

[@TheW83]

Production quality has seriously dropped. There’s no reason this needed to be 3 hours. So much fluff could be cut out. He’d be better off with several shorter videos. He needs to hire a proper editing team.

[@brockryan3405]

I got extra cold snacks not even knowing it was 3 hours. I have enough for 2. A feller is learning.

[@dionwilliams4297]

You got yo 🍿 and cold snack.

[@craigroberts5806]

Hey Derick, Just wanted to say I tuned into Little Grip Garage and watched the boys work on that 4 wheeler. I am impressed at how the boys have learned so much from you. I know you have your reasons for having the comments off but maybe just let them know that you aren't the only interesting feller in the family :)

[@Powerstroke98]

Agreed, as I watch his video's as well. Great kid thatBentley is at giving his explanations, I was impressed!

[@nonrev09]

My first set of wheels was a 1976 Ford F100. Straight 6 and 3 on the tree. That was 1997. Dad taught me to drive a stick in it. It was 3 shades of yellow and 2 shades of rust. I loved that truck. So many memories.I plan on picking one from that era and restoring it with my 11 year old son. Been out of work since December, so it'll have to wait a bit.

[@Powerstroke98]

Takes me back a few decades, when I (and friends) rebuilt the 283 V8 in my '57 Chev! Much of what I heard tonight, would have helped, as I left getting the lash set from an old friend, but I wish I knew what you taught us tonight Derek! It's truly inspiring, after all the work it takes to get an engine rebuilt, to turn the key and hear it come to life! There was a few times when you needed a 'gopher' (go for tools) where Bentley could have helped, but by what you where telling us, he had other things (fun things) happening! Look forward to hearing this 6 fire up Derek, and thanks for the instruction!!

[@MarshallSowder0716]

Im in my late 20's and ive been using lubriplate 105 since i was a kid while building engines and stuff with my grandpa and my mom. Love it and i havent used anything else for engine building because i haven't gotten the chance to try anything else

[@scottkensai8179]

I didn't know about this channel, until I saw him fix a tractor in the snow with his kids. Then I saw the interview with Matt from off road recovery. I love how he talks to his kids and brings people along with him. My dad had a 74 ford, loved that thing. He had all the books and worked on it so much, ha.

[@mikewarren9850]

Great vlog Derek! love to see how others perform a engine rebuild! It is obvious that you have a great deal of knowledge and experience with engine work. Just a couple helpful tips. In my years working in a ag equipment dealership, when I reassembled a head, I would use a little dab of the lubriplate grease on the valve stems, which was enough for the spring keepers to stay in place until you release the spring. One of the best things I ever made was a set of long guide bolts for installing the head. I still have maybe 2 dozen assorted thread size and lengths. Whenever I was installing a head on many of these tractor and combine engines, I usually had to use a overhead hoist, and using those guide bolts keep me from misaligning the head or gasket and saved many a head gasket from damage on many occasions. Some of those heads could weigh upwards of 200 lbs.

[@rogerlien1864]

My first pickup was a 72 Ford step sided was just a kid and wrecked it doing stupid stuff. Second was a 78 f150 just like the one you're working on. I absolutely loved that pickup. Fell on hard times and had to sell to keep a roof over our heads. Finally was fortunate enough to walk into a deal on a 73 with a 302 boss in it. Haha! As fate would have it, my wife sold it while I was stationed in Korea. I've always appreciated the big 6. I've seen most of your videos. Just makes my day when it's been rough. Thanks Derek!

[@arthurschipper8906]

A couple of my older cousins had fords with the 300 six and bone stock they were stump pullers. Can't wait to see the finished product on Derek's build!

[@deckerbob]

Derek, Coincidentally as I’m watching this vid, I’m rebuilding an ole Perkins 4-108 these engine videos are essential for the DIY’er.. I am building a 22 foot Chesapeake Bay dead rise, Thanks for all your help, 💪🏽

[@rickfernald3452]

You are a gift to us "do it yourselfers" all across America. This reminds me of my first engine build in my 1977 F150 Explorer package pickup many years ago, Thank you for all you do Derek!

[@jacksonrezab]

I have an 87 F150 with a 300 i6 and ive been waiting for you to do a build on this one. Im stoked to follow this. Thank you bro!!!!!

[@juliangemignani1548]

Thank you Derek. The best three hours I had watching without pausing or moving from my place. I’m learning a lot from your videos, keep up the awesome work. Greetings from Argentina.

[@user-ci9yi6cn4m]

I love your videos, I enjoy old vehicles, over the last four years I been slowly rebuilding a 2000 f150 that I bought at an auction that was in rough shape, engine, transmission, front and rear axels and much more, bought the truck with 226000 miles on it now has 293000, keep the videos coming!

[@TradeWindsMarine]

So glad you did this. Got one in my truck. I love these motors. Don’t do anything special but they don’t break.

[@dieseltime7129]

Thank you for thinking of all walks of life for the give away 👍 your a stand up person and set a good example for the next generation

[@dangleeballs8382]

I love how much effort you made to clean every component that went in the crank case Derek and then right at the end just used the cheek poker and flung a load of dust and dirt EVERYWHERE.....I'm just gonna pretend I didn't see that!!! Absolutely love everything you do, gives a fella inspiration to get his own projects fixed up!!!

[@markharris3753]

Great videos. Bought a shirt. Want this truck. 64 yrs old. 16 in 1976. 1st co truck 76 f250 4x4 300 6. 2nd co truck 77 f150 4x4 300 6. Owned 79 351. 86 and 89 4x4s with 300 6s. Can't wait to see your tire/wheel choice.

[@craigwalker6513]

Man I wish I had an auto shop teacher like you. You explain things so clearly and concisely and understandable to the pint it sounds easy. thanks

[@michaelpeterson3354]

Loving this 3 hour epic! My 19 year old son daily drives a 1972 F-100 4x4, 360…Wimbledon White with the blue interior. Yes indeed, I would love to see an under the hood valve seal replacement. I have that on a to-do list. Thanks!

[@kimkeith8170]

Hey Derek, I love your channel. I always used to watch you with my dad, who passed away in 2021. He loved it. Thanks for the great videos.

[@stephenbrennan7217]

Hey Derek. From Australia. There is a washer that goes behind the cam gear key to set the end float . That's why the old cam had the gear on it still.

[@jamesdenton9833]

thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. i love learning about old engines. you have encouraged me to get and old truck and bust my knuckles.

[@csheffield2100]

Hey Derek, love these lengthy videos that you share as it gives us fellers & fellettes a chance to live vicariously through you when we are unable to work on our own projects or in our garages. So, yeah even the clean up process would be appreciated. Gives us all the aspects of such a fancy garage such as yours. Keep up the great work.

[@user-ss7px1ky7j]

Glad everyone suggested beefing up the motor. Very nice 👍🏼👍🏼

[@osjakie]

Thanks for the masterclass, always great to see you building engines!

[@kiansnouffer422]

Yes please show a few guys some valve seal replacements if you get the time! Awesome project to watch. Thanks for being great!

[@64caretaker]

Hey, Derrick!!! Thnx for helping us learn the real live engine-builders tactics! Send our love to the boys and Mrs Bieri. You guys ROCK! B blest!!!

[@Rookie_DIY]

Another awesome informative video. I tip for everyone here. When we tore down an engine at my Automotive Engineering course we were taught to dip the collet in Vaseline. It helps them to stay while you put the next one on. From memory we used a screw driver to dip in the Vaseline then stick collet to it then put it in its home. We also packed the waterpump too with Vaseline kinda like a primer. It's dissolves in the oil and won't hurt anything. Just passing it on. Maybe it maybe of help to someone. Also we used a hand pump of oil with an adapter into the oil pressure sensor port until it bled through the rockers. That was on a Mazda b3 & b5 4 banger though. I guess it applies to all engines

[@flooredford9350]

Really enjoying the 300 build, I have a ex cab dually f350/f150 mashup in the shop, been there for 6 or 7 months now, intended to be a 300l6/zf5 floor shift 4x4 unit but I just havent had the time or motivation. Got the cab on and the drivetrain in and that was about it. I feel you on the bike too, my beautiful dyna super glide with like 7k miles on it just sits with a dead battery because I havent had time to do anything with it for the last year and some change. One of these days! Keep er goin feller, and take care of yourself!

[@CharlieB195]

I use fuel hose over the rod bolt to protect the journals. Super quick and easy.

[@hoffman565]

Appreciate all you do and try to show on your channel. A inspiration to us all. Watching you has brought many laughs and information. I've mentioned before through watching your channel has given me the gumption to start back on my 86 Foxbody foxbody revival Batman. some of your tricks and knowledge have helped along the way. Thank you Derek and family

[@marcusaurelius2770]

I really appreciate all of details and explanations you gave while completing the build.

[@mzaccagnini7179]

I used STP for pretty lube of the cam and cylinder walls. An trick my friend at my favorite parts store taught me. 😊

[@beckyumphrey2626]

That ole 300 six banger is one of the best engines ever made.

[@calebbell952]

2 thumbs way up! Classic engine loved by many and step by step process of a proper install. Best video I've seen from this channel in awhile

[@tydontdy3459]

For muffler I like the FlowMaster FlowFx. Quieter unit that reduces drone but still straight through design for the POWA

[@michaellawrence6677]

You Sir are a madman. I really respect that. Everything you showed on this video is correct and proper ( not by the book) great job. Nothing but respect.

[@garforce2]

42 minutes in and I come to the point where I say “this is why Derek is my favorite automotive youtuber” the sharing of his knowledge and the above and beyond are why I continue to watch and love him as a person and content provider

[@mikecronk8786]

I knew there was an easier way to adjust the rockers. I've seen you do it that way a few times. Well, I just had the occasion to do it your way and I did get interrupted. So much easier. Thank you. Building a 3970010 4 bolt main 350 with 305 58 cc heads. Thumper cam.

[@stevegerman5569]

Loved the vid as always, Derek! Super mix of humor with actual instruction.... you're a natural!

[@phillipsprague3275]

I’ve built a few engines in my years and what I found after assembling one in the deep freeze of February that a heat lamp and a large box will warm the metal to a preferred temp that will get a great adhesion bond! The motor cleans up even better to!

[@grumpylang49]

I think it would be awesome to do a vice grip garage motorcycle ride. Maybe even do it to raise money for charity. I bet Derek would get a huge following wanting to ride with him.

[@danclark3924]

Absolutely dig the content, it's great to play in the background while I'm working. Also, a touch of white grease inside the valve stem keepers will keep them from falling out while you're trying to put them in.

[@coryorafferty2854]

The top shelf of my toolbox has an entire 1/2 bottle of ultra slick spilled into her !! A little safe keeping that will last a lifetime !!

[@JDLR956]

Great info great format. Thanks for this I’m sure it takes twice as long to make it a lesson. Greatly appreciated

[@burrl48]

when putting valve spring retainers in, i put some oil on the stem .a dabble do ya, helps grab them

[@1969BBC]

I love his telegraph sound torque wrench, I think I need one. Favorite channel all hands down.

[@allysonsquires8421]

My old man bless him was just like you full of life and was pretty good on the spanners (trains) I went to collage did my dues with cars.. and came out full of tourqe specks for different parts he swore by once his elbow clicked it was tight. Unless it was a head tightening sequence..... nothing he touched went wrong. I'm now 39 and love how much u remind me of him an absolute legend! Keep up the graft I remember going to college and tasting the cooling system fluid for the sweet taste and getting a proper telling off in class, afterward the tutor said I was right but said it isnt the modern way. Keep up the hard graft much love from Sheffield uk.

[@tomcocci]

When installing valve spring locks a small dab of assembling lube on them helps keep them from falling out

[@jasonscharf97tj]

Awesome video man very informative my wife just got me some shine juice for my old jeep can't wait to try it!

[@shadowrockcairns8390]

I've watched for awhile now and i think this is your most informative build

[@mikekingston2988]

Derek- love your videos, bringing old, forgotten field-finds back to life. Simply amazing. This engine build is a great tutorial- I'm 80, a 'car guy', but never rebuilt an engine. Fascinating to watch. This straight 6- are you going to install a single exhaust header? It'd be neat to put a dual (3-1, 3-1) with twin pipes- maybe exit one tube in front of each rear wheel, with a couple 'throaty' mufflers. This 6 would sound really nice. The best to you and your family.

[@robdavis4527]

I've been looking at that bike, just Yesterday we out for lunch and I saw one very similar to it yes an Indian not to many here in Country New South Wales Australia . And I'm loving the watching the engine go back together I haven't done any of that for many years' thanks again

[@richjames5309]

Thank you Derek and Jessica, I know you both work so hard to provide for your family :).

[@rharbin1]

Derek, I was a Body Shop owner for 30 years and not really as knowledgeable about engines as far as being able to build one. I have to commend you and tell you how well you do create intuitive super educational videos. The details you go into is 2nd to none. I watched the entire video tonight and even though I’ll probably never build an engine between your captivating personality and humor kept me hooked. Keep up the great work and congratulations on the growth of your channel. 👍👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻