Blasphemi's 1,100HP Supercharged Hemi is Rebuilt: See Inside This Aluminum Beast!

Episode 269 of Mike Finnegan's Garage is awesome because not only do I have the Hemi back between the frame rails of my Bel Air but for once I have video footage of the Hei being assembled. This is a huge deal because every other time I've had someone else work on this engine it's been because I was out of town filming Roadkill and couldn't be there. This time my buddy Joe was at Harrel Engine and Dyno to witness the assembly and I couldn't be happier about the results and I'm pumped to put the car back on the dyno. If you'd like more info about the parts used in this video then visit these websites for the details on:
Rods: www.rrconnecti...
Pistons: www.cp-carrill...
Piston skit coating: www.line2linec...
Piston Rings: www.totalseal.com
You can help support this channel by grabbing one of my new shirts, hats and stickers at: www.fsmgarage.com
Check out Pete’s channel here: youtube.com/@r...
Thanks for watching!
-Finnegan

[@brandongreene3213]

Petes a busy dude, I'm seeing him everywhere! Glad a guy that smart and talented is getting recognition. I hear he's pretty good at doing stuff.

[@bobbycuesroadhouse2204]

Pete is Real good at doing stuff....just ask Cleetus

[@adamreynolds1851]

Real good at doing stuff

[@jasonrogers8754]

He made Leroy go 6.93 at 207mph.

[@harley5252]

I see what you did there hahaha

[@jsanes4831]

Job security.

[@Blacktop73]

Man what a great guy Pete is helping cleetus break into the 6 with his motor and getting Finnegan hemi dialed in can't wait to see what kinda of power it makes

[@_JamesBrown]

Please don't money shift this, Finn

[@damienreilly8061]

Couple things #1 Pete is a smart dude and really knows his stuff. #2 when ur wife was out of town ur kids were making sure u didn't burn down the house not the other way around. Lol! Glad to see ur finally getting ur motor straightened out.

[@gteefxr3094]

You & you're are so taxing to type out.

[@racerboygtr1]

lol ur 2 cents don't pay for anything@@gteefxr3094

[@doba78]

quit being a karen @@gteefxr3094

[@salvatoregiovanni8967]

Love to see the old school speed handle and ratchets. Maybe I’m a dinosaur too, but I hate to see builders zipping away with an impact. Like Pete said, there’s something to be said for the “feel” you get with traditional tools.

[@gteefxr3094]

Goddamn right.

[@MJTAUTOMOTIVE]

You should not see any decent Engine Builder using air or cordless tools when doing assembly on a engine.

[@PiDsPagePrototypes]

The ONLY case where it's acceptable to use powered tool heads in an engine build, is the highly calibrated and extremely precise robot systems used in factory production lines for mass-produced civilian transport vehicles. EVERY top end sportscar, hypercar, low volume production edition, the manufacturers get in a specialist trained engine assembler, the sort of folks who will fit a plaque to every engine they assemble, with pride in thier work, and use hand tools.

[@kevinmoss970]

100% you can feel any tight spots in threads. Especially critical if you're setting an initial torque then following with so many degrees after to stretch bolts.

[@NateLarsonTheNetNinja]

Came here to say this. Funny thing is, I learned most of my mechanic know how from my dad, and we used hand tools on everything, not just engines. It's still a habit of mine. It's only recently that I've realized that people use impacts for everything. I thought they were just for breaking lug nuts loose!

[@delphipascal]

Joe already a natural host. Great addition to the channel Finnegan!

[@jeffparris8387]

Joe has hanger-oner written all over him.

[@mr_mongo7228]

I’m no engine builder but I’ve polished a few turds over the years and I have to say I wish I would have had Pete’s videos back in the day to educate me. I appreciate the fact that he spends the time to explain the process whether its a high dollar race motor or a turd!❤

[@trumbley22]

Joe has been a good addition to the channel. He fits in well, captures good content, and asks good questions.

[@Berm_Blaster]

Pete is such a great and humble guy. He knows what hes doing that's for sure.

[@benellinut4876]

LOVE watching engine building! Back in the 80's when I was early in my wrench twisting day (mechanic) I rebuilt a lot of engines, best part of my job! Originally, after school I wanted to be a machinist, took two years of machine shop trade school, but getting my foot in the door was going to take years so I turned to my second passion of working on cars and just stuck with that, retired an ASE Master Tech, I was good at it and Loved it! Back then we rebuilt everything, engines, transmission, even starters, alternators, brake master cylinders, just about everything. Rebuild engines and trans were my fav jobs but engines was #1, I still got to apply many of the skills I learned in machine shop. Rebuilding them is lost art now because shops labor rates are so high, it's cheaper to but a used or crate engine, which is sad in my book, mechanics have become parts changers. Tired & retired now I have the time to work on just my own stuff, I just got done doing a frame up restoration on an 85 GMC S15 (same as Chevy S10), I rebuilt the 2.8 that was in the truck (rebuilt many of those 2.8's back in the day) and put a loping Comps Cam kit in it along with headers, man does she sound sweet! So many people ask me, "Is that a V8 in that truck?" Nope, sounds like it but it's a V6. ;-) I do want to put an old school small block in the truck sometime in the next few years but for now I'm having a ton of with my toy. And my wife is happy I'm off my azz and working in the shop again! My 2.8 running off the headers --> kzbin.info/www/bejne/g2nEeXlpe6l2eZY Keep up the videos Mike! I LOVE watching them! If you want to see my truck build I have a thread running on the S10 forums with pics from the start, let me know, don't want to post it publicly but gladly send it to you privately, I know you like the S10's ;-) And tell Fry to keep making the Engine Masters shows! I watch every one of them! You and Fry are so awesum! Wish I could hang with you guys one day, I'll sweep your floors LoL!

[@twisted2291]

You know. Pete is real good at dooing stuff........ LOL. The motor he just built for Cleetus just pust his Vette cart to the 6's.

[@monroefive-o40]

Amazing how a smaller CI engine can make more power if done correctly.

[@robholmes2129]

It allows for more rpm which keeps the car in gear longer which means more mph per gear and helps with longevity some

[@philipmazzuca2269]

Less torque so it doesn’t kill the tire

[@EarlwithanE]

Love the engraving on the piston tops…..so cool and unique. Also, loved the conversation with Pete. These guys are a wealth of knowledge. Thanks to Joe for capturing this footage!!! Can’t wait to see this beast in action again 👍💪😎

[@Keifsanderson]

I was surprised to see the engraving. Would have figured the sharp edges of it would cause hot spots on the piston and maybe even piston erosion, but what do I I know? I'll defer to Pete.

[@PhiddyPford]

I’m not seeing engraving, but a design in the coating

[@johnsnow1355]

​@@Keifsandersonexactly what I thought but it looks lazer etched like u do on glass so still a smooth finish.

[@Keifsanderson]

@@johnsnow1355 Agreed. When I saw them close up later, they looked laser etched.

[@Smokkedandslammed]

I'm so glad Pete and Steve are willing to share their motor wizardry with us mere mortals. 🙏

[@foxsetup]

I stopped racing for the last 2 years.. Life beign life. But watching you just going for it and enjoying life and what you love doign really inspired me to finally get back at it.

[@garyseaton4619]

Knowledge is power. They're building POWER. I love this video even though I'm not building a monster motor. This is a priceless instructional segment for both backyard and professional builders. Thanks for the excellent content...

[@gcrauwels941]

Pete is real good at doing things. Can't wait to see Blasphemi making the power it should.

[@obsessedracing7843]

New guy did a good job filming and talking to the camera.

[@jonwheeler2414]

I can't imagine how big Pete's mind is and everything that man can do he is freaking awwesome

[@xgford94]

2:46 No, the kids were left behind to make sure that Dad didn’t burn down the house 😂😂 2:46

[@charleswolcott1003]

I absolutely love all your content and love the fact that no matter how fubar the situation is with blasphemi or any other one of your vehicles you just keep goin, I swear we're brothers in arms and it's absolutely great

[@FinnegansGarage]

Thanks for watching!

[@Justin-bz1dp]

​@@FinnegansGarage is Dave they

[@Bob0sModelFabWorx]

What I saw, among all the goodness, is 8 chances to win at a future contest for when Mike blows up this engine. Those pistons will be a great addition to that with the "FSM" logo on them. And it will happen. We all know it.

[@MadAlhazred]

The car is cursed, it does not want a hemi in it.

[@travispeoples]

I'm excited about this one... I've got a good feeling about it. I can't wait to see and hear it on the chassis dyno. Gotta get my headphones charged up for this one! I don't know about you guys, but I'm ready for fast and reliable Blasphemi!

[@Vlammenzee]

When you need someone real good at doing stuff, you call Pete!

[@kevinmoss970]

Back in the day, we measured piston to head clearance (or bump clearance) using soft solder stuck to the piston using a touch of sticky grease. Turn the engine over to squash the solder, remove.the head, and then measure the solder thickness with a micrometre.

[@1962markstubson]

Pete is pure no nonsense engine builder. Listening to him and Cletus makes to total sense on building a combination that fits the car and not twist the motor trying to rev the piss out of it trying to think that’s how you get horse power.

[@chrismadaj8751]

I aways like to use a hand held speed Ratchet that you were using on the heads brings back memories now everybody's using electric ratchets now days great stuff Peat GODSPEED

[@logannewman4532]

Re: the V-band point. I use a lot of t-bolt hose clamps for watercraft exhaust and I learned very quickly to stop using impact on them.

[@roostingthe6520]

Petes a bad dude! Been following him since he was the first to the 3's on a radial a long long time ago!.

[@gteefxr3094]

Totally agree with the comments about impact usage. There are many places you want that "hand feel". What really aggravates me is people using them on vintage projects, where you want to make sure threads and fasteners are up to par.

[@tenman7242]

Totally understand why his channel is called Real Good At Doing Stuff. He’s everywhere making everybody’s stuff better. Breaking records in Florida, busting out fantastic knowledge at his shop.

[@mycosys]

I so feel that thing about tools with feel. I'm an electrotech, and despite the arthritis, and despite the fact i have 4 power drivers, i always reach for the Wera manual drivers first

[@darrenbealeofficial]

Great to see that Keith Black Hemi getting some love Mike.

[@martinsechrist1393]

I am ashamed of the tools I own, and don't know all the uses of. This video was awesome. It is doubtful I will ever degree a cam, but now I can visualize the process. Thanks.

[@dparisi420]

Have waited for this since drag week last year. I just had a feeling mike would be rebuilding that motor after he fried it the first time. Pete does amazing work and it was awesome to see a master at work. I'm hoping to see 1150-1200 outta this motor, hemis are bulletproof and likes to eat pistons as Mike found out😂😂 MOPAR for life!!

[@donaldfuller5041]

Pete is a Legend

[@brianrichardson7946]

Love it and can't wait to see this back in blasphemi and on the dyno getting tested. Also wish the videos were longer cause I can't get enough fsm content. Thanks for bringing all of us along for the fun

[@hizzeist]

Great to see the troubleshooting... Love the blasphemi

[@thewitt76]

Pete Harrell is the man and you're gonna love that HED built Hemi, the man is a LEGEND and sorcerer

[@joshuasalvage4717]

The only other motor ive ever seen that had a domed piston like that was in my old sportster. Super awesome build, and joe did a great job with pete, he asked all the right questions and his conversation with pete were great and kept me intrigued. Your channel Mr Finnegan is in my top 3 on KZbin, because you still love it and do it for you and not the views and its not over produced. Mr Tony Angelo is in the top 3 also for the same reasons. The love for your projects is awesome and relatable to us who have cars, trucks and toys that we love!!!! Keep it up!!!

[@Baker504]

@ClickOnProfile383 You're pathectic scammer

[@LaserLuther]

The guy that designed the Quad 4 is also responsible for the 2V 4.6 and the Northstar (also a 4.6) the North star morphed into the vortec inline 4, 5 and 6cyl (4200). I have no doubt that the LS is related to the SBF.

[@mwhitelaw8569]

Takin up the squish will help a bunch man, get the timing where ya want it. That'll be awesome man Real Good at Doin' Stuff Delivered again Thanks Pete!!!

[@GerardBendotti]

Nice to see Joe and Pete together. Great rapport there.

[@adamreynolds1851]

Pretty crazy have to go through all that for 1200 on a hemi and you can build 1000 hp stock block ls

[@ummduhgmail]

But not having yet another ls build is worth it.... But really, he is also severely limited by the class he runs, which limits his power adder. He's said before the blower is the limiting factor. Turbos would double this easily, but he can't run the class he wants then.

[@yeahitskimmel]

Funny how next to Cleet, I never noticed how tall Pete is

[@thomasdebord1144]

Pete is VERY patient. Most engine guys hate the questions while assembling.

[@williamstamper442]

When i seen FSM on top of the pistons i knew Pete is THE guy! I LOVE compression and Pete basically said he wanted more with deeper valve reliefs so the camshaft can hold the exhaust valve open longer and sooner. Ok he didn't say that last part but thats what i heard!

[@thomasjohnson1142]

I’m glad I’m not the only one that has a love hate relationship with there ring compressor tools lol. She’s lookin good God Bless.

[@chrisbartlett6022]

Nice big uppy downy thingies 🙂My Brother Drags an old "surviver" bucket here in the UK, he would LOVE a small block, let alone a big block or hemi. Currently running a 4.6 (I think) Rover V8, has a blower re build to do over the Winter for a built 3.5. Not absolutely sure of the figures.

[@courtneypannell563]

I ate this video up like a kid in a candy store..awesome job pete. Id say im pretty good judge of character and he definitely seems like a decent dude. Id have him build mine....

[@Framlife351]

Crazy how close the wrist pin is to the oil rings!

[@danhalen2579]

Dang, that Pete sure is real good at doing stuff

[@TODZLLA]

Kudos to Pete and your right hand man Joe for gettin’ it done for this episode, can’t wait to see you and Blasphemi gettin’ it done next with Pete tickling the computer keys.

[@NZMOPAR]

I hear you about impact guns you see it all the time . i work with old vintage cars a lot you cant use them much on them because if you break something 9 times out of 10 you don't have spear parts or can get them easy it could be months before you find something

[@darrenbrisson4336]

People always talk shit about the L.S. platform, but it's g.m's best engine platform they've ever made and I'm a mopar guy

[@evilmonstertruck]

Pete is awesome... Just a super solid dude

[@bobqzzi]

Wait, wait. Someone trusted *Mike Finnegan* not to burn the house down?

[@Baker504]

@ClickOnProfile383 Scammer 🖕🏻

[@Ron_Masterjohn]

Cool engine building room with nice Mini Split A/C. Pete is a top shelf engine builder and tuner, so I have no doubt this engine will stay alive and with more power than ever. I myself prefer aluminum rods especially in my blown gas flat drag boat back in the day. Steel rods if you throw one cause more damage to your engine and tear up a lot of boats. Great video guys. Thank you. I love watching race engines being built.

[@Ron_Masterjohn]

@ClickOnProfile383 wow the hacker is busy today looks like everyone’s lucky today. Thieves are in the same group as murders, rapists. Pedophiles all them fine scumbags.

[@shoominati23]

I think one of the Pro Stock guys said the difference between Aluminum and Steel rods was with Aluminum when a rod goes he might be able to salvage the heads and block, whereas with steel he would be lucky to salvage one of the valve covers

[@fsj197811]

Looking forward to seeing how it runs. Thanks for sharing.

[@thomasmurphy5906]

Excellent work once again Harold Engines and Dyno

[@blindguysgarage]

Great video glad to see the hemi coming back together now time to see what kind of power it makes

[@brandaneakright6082]

Pete really knows his stuff, and you want that especially when dealing with hemi’s.

[@mikebrown8065]

Thanks for another great and informative video Mike! Can't wait to see Blasphami tear down the track!!!

[@deegan727]

I see Pete’s name popping up in everyone’s comments about how “really good at doing stuff”😂 he is. Which he is too and it’s awesome KZbin was able to put him in the spot light. I’m just wondering how many other badass builders and tuners are out there that deserve some light. Him and others like him need to be in the hot rodding and racing history books.

[@lilypondgarage2968]

In the past this hemi seems to be about as durable as glass but a very sweet engine kudos for not bailing on it after the second time it f-ed up

[@robertkenney7122]

Are you good at doing stuff? 'Cause hot damn son Pete is my kinda people. Real matter of fact and just a good 'ol boy. This is how it works, and this is how it breaks. What a legend.

[@darrenbrisson4336]

Looks awesome mike can't go wrong with a hemi hope you dont have anymore hick ups down the road

[@royb.1441]

I did know that on the abratable coatings!! Very cool you can set the clearance tighter and it will take off what it needs!! That’s bad ass

[@ctsroaddog]

Pete is good at doing stuff. Beer money with lyle will get down anywhere anytime!

[@funkinflugen]

I want this incarnation of Blasphemi's engine to give you the power, performance and LONGEVITY she (& you) deserve...we love the content, the thrash, the glimpses of success, and the heartbreak, but now it's time for the WIN! That being said...when that motor comes apart (for the right reasons) you need to put those FSM custom engrave pistons up as serious swag give aways'!

[@michellee8369]

Someone forgot to plug Pete’s channel “real good at doing stuff” this guy is a independent genius 🇦🇺👍🤙

[@tonykemper8896]

I can't wait to see what it does on the dyno!!!

[@Baker504]

@ClickOnProfile383 🖕🏻 Scammer

[@williampresley3000]

Mike and Cleeter keeping these guy busy.

[@lilorbielilorbie2496]

While I really like Mike's 55. I think David's Model A is gonna win. Based on the fact the Model A weighs less.

[@jono6379]

Depends on who has the better chassis set-up. Mike's got more seat time in his car so my money's on him. The model A being shorter wheelbase might just try to backflip

[@anthonysilva4410]

When they run similar ET's the weight diffence isn't an issue. They both have run 8.50s.

[@ericfaley9019]

Can’t wait to see it back in Blashemi

[@barryobler9491]

Nice to see the speed handle, exactly what I use. What about the before and after compression, and how much of the increase in dome size was necessary to offset the deeper valve relief?

[@davidgardner4940]

The wealth of knowledge Pete has is awe inspiring and the fact he prefers to use real hand tools is more impressive

[@bigskunk801]

Pete is really good at doing stuff.

[@MJTAUTOMOTIVE]

Hey Joe, You are a great addition to the videos. But on thing, at the end You said her is the short block. When the heads and top end are fitted it is called a long Block.

[@TAndreMotorsports]

8:21 i love it pete! Lol

[@user-js4vh2lw6n]

Has the new engine got the same 10 minute or 10 ft warranty as the last one?

[@hizzeist]

The expertise is incredible

[@Todd_S]

I think Pete and 12 Volt Dave have similar voices. Nice job on the engine build!

[@e.lan.s]

What a great video! Lots of valuable information for a gearhead brain to munch on!

[@BTFU69]

congrats pete on the 6 sec pass with leroy keep doin your thing man

[@quinnhammond4405]

Pete's Real good at doing stuff!!

[@toddclark332]

😁👍💪Pete is one cool bilder

[@rmduda1]

My favorite build of all time.

[@JimmyCasket02]

Pete looks like he’s real good at doing stuff

[@PiDsPagePrototypes]

There's only one thing to dislike in this video - the slow rolling brightness change as the camera sensor scans out of sync with the assembly room lights - Get yourself some decent diffuse LED's Pete, you'll have less eye-strain!

[@PiDsPagePrototypes]

@ClickOnProfile192 Look everyone, we found todays lying scammer!!!

[@johnsnow1355]

The fsm on the piston was cool but can create a hot spot now in the engravings unless it's just lazer etched in the aluminum.

[@joedavenport7254]

More Blasphemy! Joe Cole is all around perfect for the show. I bet he can bench press the transmission too 😉

[@Shiftyspeedshop]

When Pete was talking about the pistons all i heard was self clearancing. Thats my style!

[@Shiftyspeedshop]

@ClickOnProfile383 please ingest a satchel of richards!

[@dangerdave3954]

"I CANT WAIT"

[@billwilliams2242]

Pete's really good at doing stuff!

[@Baker504]

@ClickOnProfile383 🖕🏻 scammer

[@mobygodfrey4936]

Cannot wait to see blasphemi making Big power again with that sexy hemi under the hood shaking windows and making The guy in the other lane tinkle a little in his suit

[@GabiWhite-qr6lz]

Honest,we been sittin through the mail man episodes, we want the sick second caddy. Cut it, do us a solid.

[@wbball15]

Harrell Engine & Dyno gets a win. #RealGoodAtDoingStuff

[@DesertHack]

Finn: "doesn't really make power" Hemi: "900+ hp"

[@ummduhgmail]

"doesn't make any power" is all relative. 900 to the tire is pretty doggy in that combo

[@Baker504]

@ClickOnProfile383 Scammer🖕🏻

[@michaelcaplinger5115]

My buddy who’s a Chevy guy got so but hurt at that second gen ford comment 😂😂

[@Scoots1994]

That clearance from piston to valve has to take into account valve float and rod stretch too. That stuff is voodoo to me.

[@nickh30]

FYI: Any time you see a known content creator's picture on some random ID/name it's always a scam.. You haven't won anything and they are going to ask for money or information to get your "prize:.. don't fall for it

[@Scoots1994]

@@nickh30 I always report them, but none of the categories you can use are "scam"

[@thebigman4494]

I feel like having your name on the pistons is like having tvs on the back of the headrest of your two door pickup. Lolol