Building a High HP Turbo Miata Engine - Full Build!

[@ExtremeDailyDrivers]

Where was this video last week when I was stuck in an airport for 4 hours!!!

[@NappMotorsports]

Should’ve just called me and I could’ve done it live for you!

[@jamessanchez8992]

I was lucky enough to have been raised in a neighborhood,with many gearhead fathers of my friends! Usually some kind of race work involved! At about 16 yrs old, I built my 1st 450-500 hp Chevy 350( roller rockers,etc.) To this day, I treat your approach to how to work on any engine,in these manners!... now I get dead cars running for my friends,usually for free( because it's usually something really stupid) if I have to crawl under someone else's car... I walk away!.. it's been 50years,of gearhead- ism for me! European,American,and motorcycle's worldwide,logging equipment,diesel,etc.,etc.!.. now it's all computer chips that run everything?/ been driving a jag. For the past 14 yrs. With sensors everywhere!... it's kinda funny that it took about 15-20 years for this world to build cars like jaguars,with all that electrical stuff! And to think my motor madness started when I was 9 years old,when a man said to me : do you want me to make your 3 1/2 hp mini bike to go faster? I said yea! Sooo he put a stiff paperclip on the throttle bar,and governor lever( eliminating the governor) ...what genius!!!!!..."Aloha,from Hawaii....loved the video!"

[@NappMotorsports]

Nice!

[@ChrisLumNSX]

I don't have a Miata, and I've never built and engine before but as an avid DIY'er I really appreciated this video for your workmanship. I ended up listening to this entire video (in the background while I was working) because you really seem to know what you're doing and i like to have exposure to something that I've never done before. I really like the way you work and explain things. You're very detailed and thorough and make sure to explain why you do certain things instead of making the viewer assume certain things. Great video!

[@NappMotorsports]

Thanks Chris! The theory can apply to most engines which is great.

[@WillieHawkins-v2o]

@@NappMotorsportsplay a little l

[@glenjamindle]

Holy crap dude, this is amazing. The Miata community needed an in depth guide like this!!

[@NappMotorsports]

Thanks man!

[@markim5087]

If you think that watch Steve Morris engines, that guy builds 4500hp motors..

[@inglouriousmofo]

@@markim5087 wat

[@MiataBoiz]

Why did I really just watch you do this?! I’m way too bored to watch this, yet it was very entertaining🤣

[@NappMotorsports]

And hopefully you learned something!

[@winru2]

I just wanna say you make great content. I'm glad I bought a miata, the platform has so much support because of people like you.

[@NappMotorsports]

Thanks! Means a lot.

[@Dylanbforthree]

This is probably the most detailed video like this on KZbin, thank you for creating it!

[@NappMotorsports]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@TheSovietUniontheeyesoff-te3fh]

In my younger years, I worked in a carpool as a motorist. repaired the engines of GAZ - 53 trucks. ZIL - 130.But I am delighted with your skill. I admire you.

[@NappMotorsports]

Thanks!

[@CashedOutCars]

I haven't watched this yet, but want to say thank you for putting the time and effort it. I know it's going to be a great one!

[@NappMotorsports]

Thanks dude.

[@WormDirt-yt]

I have no plans to do this anytime soon, but it was very informative and cool to see how the miata engine is put together. Thanks for documenting it all!

[@NappMotorsports]

My pleasure. Thanks for watching!

[@willmgames1775]

I will be rebuilding my 2004 NB engine soon. It has 243k miles. It’s turbocharged with a Garrett turbo. I’m only running 8lbs of boost without a boost controller. I’m also using an aftermarket ECU. All the usual stuff has been done or replaced such as air manifold, clutch, flywheel, fuel injects, fuel much, etc.

[@NappMotorsports]

Nice!

[@Onewheelordeal]

I'm pretty sure with this video my wife could figure out how to rebuild a Miata engine. This is the kind of vid you pray for when searching out a rebuild guide for any engine

[@NappMotorsports]

Haha I appreciate that.

[@mazdamiatafied]

Dude, this is a fantastic video. Incredible level of detail.

[@NappMotorsports]

Thanks man!!

[@stuartlloyd1746]

I doubt I'll ever do this sort of thing to my NB as I live in the UK and it's dark and pouring with rain and I'd be doing it outside BUT this is just how a 'how to' tutorial should be, no stupid music, no talking nonsense, just straight forward sensible information. Well done!

[@NappMotorsports]

Thanks!

[@projectrally]

This is great. Nice work with the video. I downloaded this the other day to watch on a flight. The flight just ended, and I was engrossed the whole way through. And just in time…pulling my MSM motor next week after I get home to start a rebuild. Thank you for being so thorough.

[@NappMotorsports]

Wow! Solid way to pass the time on a flight haha.

[@kavan4137]

It took me about 3 total days to watch this video in my free time, but building a Miata engine for my 97 will be my next project, and I honestly feel a lot more comfortable attempting this now that I have seen this video. Thank you for all of the great information!

[@NappMotorsports]

Happy I could help!

[@PGExpertAuto]

As a master tech/engine builder I always enjoy watching others building engines- I'm always reminded you can always learn. Good job. One small point of contention- cylinder head removal- ideally you're going to remove the bolts in the opposite order of installation. Same goes for camshaft removal. Camshaft removal/installation will vary from engine to engine but it often more of a 4/2/3/1/5 (bearing cap numbers) and done in several passes. You don't want large sections unsupported while bearing spring load. There's generally a near neutral position for each cam which will keep the least total valve lift across the camshaft, and in this case you'd do this with the pistons all at half travel.

[@NappMotorsports]

Appreciate the tip! Always something to learn

[@robsorgdrager8477]

Normally I see videos like this and as a mechanic of almost 30 years and working for Ford, GM , 11 years independent and now Volvo I see people making all types of mistakes....you sir are text book and I see nothing wrong with your process. Good video , excellent info. I do like how you explained getting started....if I have anything I can add to your video is this. Doing things yourself is rewarding both mentally and for your wallet. Anyone reading this, look at your hands, those things are unlike any structure in an animal on this planet. Human hands are meant for building. Excellent video again my guy. 😊

[@NappMotorsports]

Thanks Rob!

[@cstiffy1]

Just stumbled on this video. 2 1/2 hours later this is the most comprehensive motor build video I have seen. Great video, Hell I'm ready to buy a Miata! Thanks for the video, again Great job!

[@NappMotorsports]

Thanks Chris!

[@Nick-ue5bp]

This was very fun to watch as someone who just did a timing belt job and thought it was a big deal haha

[@NappMotorsports]

Hey don’t knock a timing belt job! It’s definitely still a big job.

[@ronfrancini4803]

Hello from Cayuga Island! I've been driving Toyota, Lexus, Honda even Nissan for 20 years now. I maintain them, keep a simple chart on each car & watch your videos too. Working out well do far, thanks for setting us straight.

[@NappMotorsports]

Awesome!

[@donjuan4925]

2 hr video. Took me 7 hrs to finish from start to finish, pausing to take notes and tokes. Cheers 🍻 thanks for the knowledge!

[@NappMotorsports]

Awesome!!

[@philjones5728]

Absolutely brilliant Stefan. Really informative - there was so much information but that's OK, it sort of felt like you telling story (and well filmed one-handed!). Thanks for spending so much time (and all that editing for YT rather than using IG) to deliver a real insight into re-building a 1.8. I liked the fact it was 2 and a half hours long- I could watch some and pick it up again later. Better than a whole series of shorter videos.

[@NappMotorsports]

Thanks Phil!

[@jinayl]

Arguably one of the best engine assembly videos on YT. Thanks a lot for this.

[@NappMotorsports]

Thanks man!

[@calebc7341]

A Miata king shows his kingdom how to rebuild the heart and soul of a Miata 🙌🏻

[@NappMotorsports]

😂

[@Patrick94GSR]

even Mike MiataKing should be proud!

[@christyler624]

Too Awesome. I found you after a Steve Morris video. I live near Binghamton. It's great to see people enjoying car life. Where it's cold. Thank you for this video. I look forward to more.

[@NappMotorsports]

Looking forward to warmer weather up here!

[@EricWoodring6thplanet]

Not sure if anyone else mentioned mentioned as there's 374 comments, but don't install the circlip gap where the notch in the piston is. That notch is there to pop the clip back out. The way you did it, it'll be a PITA to remove it. Best to place the circlip gap in the 6 o'clock position. That'll allow you to get a pick or small screwdriver behind the clip at that notch to pry it up out of the piston. Otherwise great job at showing this process! I watched it as it popped up on my feed and there's a lot of similarities to the design of these year engines and the same years of Saturn 1.9 DOHC engines. Only wish we had the support the Miata's had back then. That engine should be a ripper, rock on!

[@NappMotorsports]

I do try to leave some overlap so I can still remove it. Hasn’t been a problem yet, but not a bad tip!

[@vga-kingmrc3619]

400 hp in a miata, that sounds so fun!

[@NappMotorsports]

Very much so

[@jeetbajwa12]

Wow , watched in one go , my confidence thru the roof 🤣 . Thinking about tearing down my perfectly working vvt with 59k on the clock 🤣🤣 You deserve a medal bro Here 🥇🏆

[@NappMotorsports]

Thanks!

[@endtimes7039]

You did all this.... In one Weekend!? I thought it took place over a month or maybe two, but then at the end you said one weekend. Wow, your a master of your craft.

[@NappMotorsports]

The final assembly was in 1 weekend. The whole process took about a month due to machining and parts.

[@zaucy_]

Dope video my dude. I'm a Honda guy myself but honestly, in terms of the internals, all these older 4 cylinders are pretty much the same for the most part. It's cool to see someone posting good in depth videos about engine rebuilding that goes thru every step and why you do it. I think everyone should possess knowledge like this and I'm never afraid to show people how to do things and sharing my tips and tricks from over the years. Nothing is worse than having to fix a broken engine from someone else's stupidity when they built it lol Edit: That circlip took is fuckin awesome!! Definitely need to get me one of those. Looks like a life saver

[@NappMotorsports]

No sense in gate keeping, everyone benefits from more knowledge. I learned from someone else, so I’m happy to teach the next generation.

[@zaucy_]

@@NappMotorsports exactly man I feel the same way. There's no better feeling in my opinion than passing my knowledge onto someone else. And like you stated in the beginning, there's no better way to learn how to do this stuff than to just do it. I learned a lot of what I know from doing exactly what you said. I had blown up one of my first Honda's I had and I just stripped the engine down and learned how everything worked and how things went back together

[@codystepanian9558]

I don’t even own a Miata a watched the entire thing. Not sure why but I just kept watching. Very informative and well explained

[@NappMotorsports]

Thanks Cody!

[@lonelypassenger7541]

These are my favorite build videos. Not going to do any of this anytime soon because money… but having the info available is wonderful

[@NappMotorsports]

Happy to make it available!

[@WGPblackmagicSPECIAL]

A trick I learned for removing and saving dowel pins, use a big circular punch that fits snug in them, then some vice grips on the dowl/punch combo and work em out.

[@NappMotorsports]

Nice. I typically leave them in and my machine shop knocks them out. They get replaced with new ones anyway.

[@fifielcoolio]

Watched the whole thing and I haven't bought one engine part yet. Thanks for the upload! I'll be back!

[@NappMotorsports]

Haha you guys are wild. I love it.

[@joelhernandez393]

My favorite part was how you hooked up your driver to the piston ring grinder. Innovative 💡

[@NappMotorsports]

Laziness is the mother of invention haha

[@Patrick94GSR]

found this one last night and had intentions of skipping around and referencing different parts, as my Miata engine is currently out and blown apart down to the long block, for a good cleaning and re-sealing. Ended up watching the whole video! Even though I'm not doing an actual rebuild, if I ever do I'll definitely be referring back to this video. Heck I might even refer to it for general engine rebuilding tips for any motor.

[@NappMotorsports]

Wow! Thanks! It’s a long one to sit through for sure.

[@Patrick94GSR]

@@NappMotorsports well ngl, I watched some last night, then had to go to bed, and watched the rest today while working lol

[@dannyvk5867]

Bro this gotta be some of the most valuable free content on youtube

[@NappMotorsports]

Thanks man!

[@yatajoris]

Currently building my 1.6, love vids like these because they help with the smallest details

[@NappMotorsports]

Does make for a long video haha.

[@donjuan4925]

Did my first LS swap this year (on an OBS) & I can not stress it enough... LABEL & BAG EVERYTHING!

[@NappMotorsports]

Yes sir!

[@yeahthatslogan]

I’ve got 195k on my 2010 with the 3.0, no problems so far! These things run forever!

[@NappMotorsports]

Nice!

[@823Labs]

You do an amazing job of explaining everything, I wish more people who did vids like this were as thougrough like you. Excellent vid

[@NappMotorsports]

Thanks Alex

[@ChuckNorris-ei2mk]

Dude you’re a legend! Thank you so much for making this video, appreciate your time and effort, really great tutorial. I’ve always been driving European cars like BMWs, audis and mb but after watching some random videos about Miatas I really felt that I really want one, a car that would feel right and something that I could work on to learn. This video kinda gave me a feeling that it’s not a rocket science like I imagined before. Definitely buying and building one Miata for myself ( labour would probably be cheaper in my country but nothing feels as good as your own finished project ). Thanks so much again!

[@NappMotorsports]

Honestly some of the simplest cars I’ve ever worked on. I highly recommend them.

[@WordToMomsYo]

For over 20 years, I pretty much only owned Audis (and a few Volvos)… But had always been interested in Miatas. A couple years ago I finally gave in and bought a one-owner, low-mileage NA. Don’t get me wrong - living in the snow belt, if I had to rely on just one car for 12 months of the year, I’d be entirely satisfied driving around in a quattro-equipped Audi with either a manual transmission or a dual-clutch. But I’d be lying if I said the Audi could provide me any of the experiences and sensations that a Miata could. RWD, naturally-aspirated, light weight, manual transmission, a quick and simple droptop mechanism, and all of this for less than $5k = why did I wait so long to do this??!!? There are few driving experiences more thoroughly enjoyable than a Sunday morning drive in the springtime, top down, through the mountains and along some cliff-side curvaceous routes not far from where I live in the northeast. If you’re currently fence-sitting and can’t decide whether to explore the possibilities of life as an MX-5 owner… Life is too short to waste time trying to make simple decisions.. Especially when you know already know “The Answer.”

[@stevenmain4111]

One of the best engine rebuild tutorials on KZbin!, I realise that you stated the machine shop, machined the valve seats, but is it still not a requirement to lap the valves? Genuine question ....I'm not a qualified engineer or mechanic, thanks 👍😊

[@NappMotorsports]

My machinist will cut the valve seats, then follow up with a hand lap to get rid of any machining chatter on the seats. It's always a good idea.

[@carsondrew1894]

Currently building my BP4W with this video as my saving grace. Really great guide. Hoping for 300whp!

[@NappMotorsports]

Good luck!

[@markwallace5274]

Good Job 👍🏼 enjoyed watching this video on the build !!! I share your passion for building engines it’s something I grew up around and have done since a teen. I have a tip that maybe useful to you when removing and installing the valve springs take a socket or something that will fit in the combustion chamber of the head to hold the valves closed and then before installing your valve spring removal tool lightly tap the retainer just a bit and that will help the keepers come loose and prevent the valve from tryin to open when using your tool which is also handy when installing valve springs and keepers during assembly.Nothing against the way you do it just thought I’d share a technique I’ve used and was showed years and years ago.

[@NappMotorsports]

Good tip!

[@RiqueRacing]

A quick way I learnt how to remove the valve retainers and keepers is to get a 14mm long socket, a piece of cloth or paper, and a rubber mallet. Put the piece of cloth in the socket, then place it over the retainer. Take the rubber mallet and give it a quick blow. The paper/cloth is used to catch the keepers when they fly out and prevent them from going through the hole in the socket.

[@NappMotorsports]

Yeah I’ve done that years ago, this seems a little more controlled IMO.

[@RiqueRacing]

@@NappMotorsports That's true

[@cecilracing53]

This video alone is worth a sub. Best video out there on this motor by far.

[@NappMotorsports]

Thanks!!

[@cecilracing53]

@@NappMotorsports just got my engine fully torn down now need to get it cleaned and order parts.

[@MessyBunGarage]

This video made me want to buy a blown engine just to take it apart and learn. Well done! Can’t wait to build motors like this. Cheers!

[@NappMotorsports]

Do it! It’s how we all start.

[@MessyBunGarage]

@@NappMotorsports found a vvt that’s been exposed to the elements without an intake, that’s fully accessorized for 200. Im gonna go get it. And get to work

[@bvward]

Will be using this as a reference tool while assembling my motor... Engine builder did the bottom end and the head assembly for me. I'm old☺

[@NappMotorsports]

Nice!

[@likes2laff204]

Thank you for taking the time and expending the extra effort to put this together for us. You rock!

[@NappMotorsports]

Thank you for watching! Makes it worth it.

[@mjb242]

Wow, that's a really cool build, I am sure you will have some great times driving that Miata with boost.

[@NappMotorsports]

👍🏽

[@bradleyshipway5335]

Many thanks for the vid! Could I please offer just one extra hint, learnt through painful experience? Clean out the OIL GALLEYS in the CRANK!!! Get the machine shop to remove the ball bearings, thoroughly clean the oil galleys that run inside the crank, and replace the ball bearings with grub screws. Otherwise, as soon as your beautiful new engine gets up to temp and builds oil pressure, 20-year-old oily gunk will get flushed out of the crank, and straight into your brand new ACL bearings!! Ask me how I know - I built an almost identical engine, and when it was dynoed, the crank gunk came out, and spun every single bearing. For a small extra cost, it is just good insurance. Cheers :)

[@NappMotorsports]

Good tip!

[@tristanvannevel961]

Thanks for the great video I will definitely be watching this a few more times before I build my miata. I appreciate all this so much because my miata will be my first motor build ever!!!!1

[@NappMotorsports]

Glad to help

[@brytonheiselt1915]

Looking at the parts I can tell this is gonna be a sick build

[@NappMotorsports]

It’ll be a ripper

[@_R_E_D_A_C_T_E_D_]

don't even own or don't have any plans on ever owning a Miata and I found this very enjoyable. Been a great job and I bet the owner watching this is very happy about the level of detail. How much a job like this cost the owner?

[@NappMotorsports]

Depends on what parts you’re trying to run and what you want done to it all. I quote each one individually.

[@ianrasch]

I absolutely love the depth of information here. Great work!

[@NappMotorsports]

I appreciate it!

[@8145dwerdna]

Also that hole on the piston for the wristpin circlip is for removing the clip. It's an easy spot to put a small screwdriver, press in to compress the clip, and lift out.

[@NappMotorsports]

Yup! Circlip cannon.

[@ctravis595]

Good video, for your head loosening procedure you have to realize it’s the opposite as the sequence for torquing the head down. So you’ll be loosening the outside bolts first, unlike when installing the head where you typically tighten the inside bolts first

[@NappMotorsports]

Yup! That’s my bad.

[@rickybailey7123]

Im just talking in general for other jobs not this 1 !! He did a great job showing what has to be done now for what iv Hurd before a person said you charge way to much money to do my motor yea well watch this video and see how much work and time goes into doing this to your motor some people think all your doing is putting all new gaskets in it !! It's alot to do and time is money great job filming and showing 👌 spot on great job 👍!!!

[@NappMotorsports]

Thanks!

[@alexpasik4813]

I rarely comment, but I have to on this one. Man, good stuff! I’m not a Miata guy by any means. But you DO know how to explain, and show! If I were you, I’d get a proper adjustable tripod man and you are golden! Keep it up man !

[@NappMotorsports]

Ordering one today lol. Put it off for too long

[@jeremiahjeromehenryphillip2079]

Thumbs up to you! Thanks for the time and effort you put into this working and also filming so that myself and other people can learn a thing or two. I have never worked on an engine before in depth like this but, I am very excited now to try after watching this video. I have a 2008 Nissan Altima manual transmission that I am going to put a turbo on. You definitely gave me a few ideas and I can't wait to apply what I have learnt here on my application. I must say your work is VERY clean and meticulous, much appreciated.

[@NappMotorsports]

👍🏽

[@nansnavi3396]

Instantly subscribed after seeing this (haven’t watched yet saving it for after work festivities) but knowing this is here is why I hit that red button ! Thank you!!!

[@NappMotorsports]

Awesome! Thanks.

[@redballfighter1311]

Wanted to take a moment to thank you for the video absolutely brilliant detailing and explaining ! Subscribed.

[@NappMotorsports]

Thanks!

[@guitarplayincowboy]

Just thinking about checking the air in my tires and my hands are black with oil and grease and at least two knucks are bleeding. You kick ass bro

[@NappMotorsports]

😂

[@Aaronsils]

Can express how thankful i am for this video

[@NappMotorsports]

Glad it could help!

[@williamharris3090]

Accidently watched this over two days when it came out looking for engine build inspiration 😅

[@NappMotorsports]

Get to it!

[@redheadmetalhead247]

Excellent video. I've done all this work before, but this video was super in depth and would've helped me when I previously built an engine. I really enjoy seeing the more knowledgeable/skilled passing along knowledge.

[@NappMotorsports]

Thanks!!

[@beast_mode5729]

I just blew up my turbo miata engine so i have a feeling im gonna watch this video a lot of time the comming time

[@NappMotorsports]

Also happy to build you one!

[@carfree123]

You're the man, Stefan. Thanks for sharing this. Planning my first build following all your advice.

[@NappMotorsports]

Sweet!

[@zerializing]

You're like the RicerMiata we actually wanted.

[@NappMotorsports]

😂 HGEU strikes again

[@zerializing]

@@NappMotorsports You Fockin know it doooood. Mint vid.

[@DocNo27]

Nice video! Learning by doing is indeed the best way - I've done three timing belts and the confidence you have on the third time is worlds different than the first time. And I have a fourth to do if I ever stop procrastinating - ha!

[@NappMotorsports]

Practice practice practice.

[@TrackSol]

Thanks for the detailed vid. I've got a tool sugestion for you for removing and installing the valve keepers and valves. Look into the Lisle 36050 kit. It's super easy to use and works super fast. Make sure to buy the 5 piece kit which has the driver and holder for smaller diameter valves on Japanese imports. The cheaper 2 piece kit only works on larger American valves.

[@NappMotorsports]

I really need to look into this.

[@Roller_ae86]

When you started hammering on valves I started looking for a new video.

[@NappMotorsports]

It’s a rubber mallet lmao. If you think a valve can’t take a light tap from rubber, what do you think happens when they slam shut at 7000 rpm. But thanks for the view and the comment!

[@TheRevo33]

When removing anything that is done up in a sequance. Removal sequence should be the opposite of tightening. Meaning when undoing you should always go from the outside in!!! So at 19:00 it should be outside in. :)

[@NappMotorsports]

Probably right lol

[@kevinsaeed9817]

Thanks for the time and effort you put into this video. The content is very informative and its great to see the process step by step.

[@NappMotorsports]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sota7954]

Well, this video is definitely going to help with school work days. Thanks a lot 🙏

[@NappMotorsports]

My pleasure 😊

[@J4rn0]

The Miata community thanks you. Great video

[@NappMotorsports]

Happy to help!

[@donaldlawton7384]

She's a beute clark,lol.! Oh poverty wrist pin tool I used is a nut driver(1/4) adaptor-3/8 shallow socket,with gentle touch. I'll bet if you have an old wrist pin ,you could make one👍.thanks again brother👍👍

[@NappMotorsports]

Good idea!

[@thomasshealy2722]

Love seeing this, after finishing my oem/semi forged build this is nice to see.

[@NappMotorsports]

Thanks man!

[@Biokemist-o3k]

This is fantastic!! I was going to use a Buick straight 8 in my Bugatti type 35 that I am building from scratch.

[@NappMotorsports]

Nice!

[@ianp0817]

A note on something you've missed. The cam caps need a THIN layer of sealant underneath them, as they are a metal on metal high pressure sealing surface. This is especially important on the bp-z3 motor. Every cam journal has a restricted oil pressure, other than intake journal #1, which supplies the vvt. Because the front journal of the intake cam receives full oil pressure, it is the most likely to leak from under the cam cap. This might lead someone that is unaware to replace the cam seal and valve cover gasket 3 times without fixing their mysterious leak... please don't ask how I know.

[@NappMotorsports]

Interesting. I haven’t done that across the ~15 engines I’ve built and I’ve never had an issue.

[@ianp0817]

@NappMotorsports I hadn't heard of it either, but I was getting a mysterious and frustratingly persistent leak from that area. Popped the cam caps off and sure enough, there's oil(both wet and baked) under the sealing surface. Seems many people on the forums don't do it and have never had a problem, but some, like mine, leak. I'd say it's most likely due to imperfections in the surface, but it's hard to know. After talking to my machinist and some of my friends in the spec miata World, it seems a thin layer of silicone sealant is in order.

[@larmishing]

i don’t own a miata but this was very interesting to watch and informative

[@NappMotorsports]

Thanks!

[@shermanou1337]

I can see the bottom part of the engine is solid and robust, thick metal and large bearings. No wonder my 1.6 Miata I owned went over 350k without any issue.

[@NappMotorsports]

👍🏽

[@Edcm85]

Cam agle sensor line up the side that has the dot with the grove on the cam sensor body. Thats TDC. Same on a 4g63 engine. Nice video

[@NappMotorsports]

Thanks!

[@ethantownerr]

i know this is gonna help me and many more people in the future man, thank you

[@NappMotorsports]

That’s the hope!

[@dutchproudgaming7486]

i watched the whole episode andd i love it it makes me want to work on cars again. unfortunatly i dont own a car so i fixed my moped instead with a bigger bore and different piston

[@NappMotorsports]

Hey! Nothing wrong with working on what you’ve got.

[@badassbiker1974]

Ah yes, carpark repairs. Now you're in my world Ray, only try doing the job in the harsh Scottish weather! Not so much fun then! Cold and wet!

[@NappMotorsports]

I’ll stick to my dry garage haha

[@DerringtonLatour]

"somebody used way to much rtv on this block" *me in my head 2 hours ago taking off my oil pan to see my dad's handy work with the red rtv going fuggin everywhere*

[@NappMotorsports]

Less is more

[@lassekobber1026]

Absolutely brilliant. It looks super fun to actually take apart and maybe upgrade an engine. Even though i will probably start with a motorcycle as they are cheaper and easier to acces this video really gave me the lust to actaully get going. Keep it up m8!

[@NappMotorsports]

Thanks!

[@davishahn3101]

Very interesting that you have a German styled licence Plate on your wall. Greetings from Germany!

[@NappMotorsports]

Danke! I used to own VW’s back in the day which is where that’s from.

[@donaldlawton7384]

Great content,Lucas assembly lube. I'm a big fan. Great sticky lube. Great video! Thank you for sharing 👍 👍

[@NappMotorsports]

👍🏽👍🏽

[@shirtz69r]

finally finished this one. was great. please let us know how this goes on the dyno!

[@NappMotorsports]

Will do

[@shirtz69r]

Still waiting 😅

[@RogueCowTurd]

holy shit 2.5 hours? what a mad lad, got my snacks ready :D

[@NappMotorsports]

Avatar 3: Miata Engine Build

[@RogueCowTurd]

@@NappMotorsports except this is way more entertaining haha

[@jacks2197]

thank you so much for this video it helped me understand so much more and convinced my mom to let me buy a blow engine to disassemble and reassemble!

[@NappMotorsports]

Sweet! Have fun with it.

[@diosdadocabugao68]

When you put the front cam caps you can also put the cam seals at the same time then torque them so you don't need the cam seal tool

[@NappMotorsports]

Doesn’t guarantee they’re at the right depth though.

[@ocn2u]

I will never build one because I'm not going to live much longer and I am still here at the end but I still took in a lot of knowledge and I will die a little smart thanks for the video and the knowledge

[@NappMotorsports]

Aww man, well I’m glad you learned something from it!

[@BenderSix9]

That was an excellent wrench of a video! Loved, watched till the end. Kudos on doing all work urself!😎🤙

[@NappMotorsports]

Thanks Mike!

[@filip000]

Fantastic video with great detailed explanations. Great job, you are excellent at working and explaining!

[@NappMotorsports]

Thank you very much!

[@TFresh]

When loosening camshaft, crank, intake/exhaust manifolds, and headbolts pretty much anything that has to be flat, always loosen from outside bolts-in. Then when tightening, thighten inside outward. Otherwise Great Video!!!

[@NappMotorsports]

Interesting, I’ll keep that in mind!