Chrysler Hemi 5.7 Engine Rebuild Continues Top End // 300C Episode 4

Follow along as our engine rebuild of the Chrysler Hemi 5.7 in our 300C continues with the top end assembly. I'll explain in depth as the engine continues to come together and gets ready to drop back into the vehicle.
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[@joeperry8518]

It feels good when the engine drops into place you know your getting close to hearing it come to life.

[@edwardmyers1746]

literally dropped mine in two days ago

[@jville533]

You mentioned loc-titing the flex plate bolts. Something that "happened to me", I worked as a lot attendant for a gm dealer here in Ohio, a customer from Texas traded in his old Silverado for a new Sierra. I was asked to take this new truck back, gas it up and wash it. When I started the truck, it didn't sound right. I did that 4 or 5 times and it wasn't right. I told the salesman about it and he was rushing me because the customer was heading back to Texas as soon as his truck was delivered. My gut said have it checked, so I did, which pissed off the salesman. He came back to the service department, where the service advisor told him that the truck wouldn't have made it back to Texas.....all of the flexplate bolts were extremely loose. The salesman apologized to me and told me that he would never question my judgment again. The customer asked to see me and he thanked me for my awareness and initiative to have service check it. Then he stuck $50 in my shirt pocket as a tip for saving him a breakdown and a headache somewhere between Ohio and Texas.

[@matthewperry7812]

There’s something really satisfying about watching engine assembly, nice work!

[@ReignitedAuto]

It is satisfying, maybe something to fall asleep to 😄

[@elchivo8494]

Great job on the motor! This are the videos I used for my hemi tear down and assembly. Thanks for the detailed videos👍🏽👍🏽

[@aceboog20]

I’m almost done with my stage 2 full bolt on 5.7 hemi rebuild. Thanks for all the information sir!!!

[@chavalopez359]

I was able to fully dissemble and started the process of assembling thanks to your honesty and great work skills, Great tech and very knowledgeable! 🙏

[@ReignitedAuto]

Great job! 👊

[@EXSANGUINATlON]

Thank you so much for the info about the silicon on the windage tray. I almost put mine on without it

[@Nvan00]

Legendary i appreciate you and the time you took to show me all the torque specs gonna tackle this one day stage 3 cam

[@TastyTater1]

That's so hilarious getting the 02 sensor wedged between the cylinder head and engine block, I started watching these videos for some form of advice for getting my pushrods and rockers arms installed properly after a head gasket job. Couldn't stop laughing because when I was reinstalling the heads, the very same problem happened to me. Went to tighten down the exhaust manifold to the catalytic converter, and noticed I couldn't seem to find my 02 sensor connector anywhere

[@ReignitedAuto]

It almost happened again but this time I was looking for it! 😄

[@cutlasssupreme508]

All that Torquing to Spec Gone Down the Drain

[@donalic]

Bro your videos are one of the best out there, this is what i was looking for, great quality of video with excellent and clear explanation.

[@ReignitedAuto]

I appreciate that and thank you for watching!

[@maxwell-style4584]

Great content man, not too many MOPAR techs on the tube, subscribed!

[@ReignitedAuto]

Thanks Jose I appreciate it! 👍

[@xusername357]

Thank you so much for this series!!

[@ReignitedAuto]

Thank you for watching AJ 👍

[@Santanapain]

My 05 Chrysler 300c motor just blew looking at this to take my mind off my baby

[@luisperalta3839]

Thanks for this video, helped a lot. After assembly I got a P0303 which wasn't there before. Bet is one of those push rods like you mentioned.

[@marcuscalvin6688]

I thank you for making these videos

[@jeremiahgiles9551]

Very helpful videos! I use most of them to rebuild the Hemi myself not too long ago. But you were talking about the O2 sensor getting in the cylinder. I had something similar to that happen when I built mine. The nut for my exhaust down pipe fell into one of my cylinders and I did not realize it until I was trying to tighten down the torque converter bolts. I was not a happy camper. I had to disassemble the whole driver's side top of the engine to get a nut out of the engine. 🥴

[@gerry94rt]

Everything is very good, I congratulate you for the videos, they have helped me, you just need the torque to which the different engine screws are tightened.

[@mhalliar]

This Hemi rebuild series is GREAT! Thank you for the step-by-step instructions and the reasons why you're doing what you're doing. I'm rebuilding my first engine and it happens to be a 5.7 Hemi for my Dodge.... I'll be revisiting these I'm SURE! Thanks again!

[@ReignitedAuto]

Thanks for watching Mark! The Hemi is a good one to start on, as it's a pretty straightforward design 👍

[@keatonmoore7934]

@@ReignitedAuto hey man, what brand of tourque wrench are you using? I'm a mechanic student at ozarka college in AR and just trying to get some good tourque wrenchs that are not snap on priced and also, love the videos they are helping a lot with my want to have 5.7 build

[@ReignitedAuto]

@@keatonmoore7934 is use GearWrench digital torque wrenches, they are torque to angle as well 👍

[@jaychurch6242]

Is there any Valve lash once rockers at tight

[@ReignitedAuto]

@@jaychurch6242 nope, the lash is taken up by the hydraulic portion of the lifter 👍

[@andyman8455]

Thank you, very informative, very well presented.

[@ReignitedAuto]

Thank you for watching Antti!

[@jasonstewart5681]

Great job, thanks for the videos.

[@nflores5433]

Helps a lot, I appreciate the videos! Found tightening orders and torque specs online. Tackling my own hemis!

[@jermaineyoung3621]

my new favorite channel

[@ReignitedAuto]

Thanks for watching! 👍

[@eldorado1830]

Excellent video.

[@xzeplayzz1656]

Feels good that I’m not the only one with 02 sensor issues

[@williammendoza5358]

Thanks you for video God bless you

[@BWADaniel]

One thing I didn’t see you cover which I believe is important but nobody really mentions it. On your rocker arms, you’ve got a two different size oiling holes. The side with two holes on the rocker, needs to be facing down towards the exhaust manifold. Not facing up. There’s only two ways to do it, up or down. But down towards the exhaust is always what I’ve heard. Great series though. I’ve asked plenty of questions in which you’ve answered. Thank you so much for the help. All I’m waiting for now, is my new torque converter from dodge to come in and my engines going back in the car. Hopefully it works. There’s internal damage in one of the lifter bores. It’s not scratched or anything, it’s just missing a small round chunk from when my lifter exploded. The pin holding the roller in, launched out when it exploded, and took a round chunk off with it. The lifter still sits in there flush with no play so hopefully it goes well lol. If it doesn’t, I’ll be out another set of lifters, another new cam, and I’ll be going with a brand new engine block lol. Learning experience to see how perfect everything REALLY has to be. There’s internal damage on my came journals on my 4 wheeler, but I still slapped performance mods in her and she’s running amazing!!! So hopefully cars are robust like 4 wheelers lol

[@codycrabtree3684]

Thank you

[@mr.x8391]

I bought this same engine at an estate sale. Planning on installing it in an early Jeep truck. Your rebuild seems very straight forward. I appreciate your content since there’s little to no content on the 5.7 Hemi, everything is LS this LS that. Thanks again. 👍

[@blue03r6]

thats because the LS is better.

[@markbrower3489]

Wished I would have seen your video before rebuilding my 5.7. I missed with one of the pushrod just like you said. Chased that misfire for about a week. Was really embarrassed when I found it. Great video!

[@ReignitedAuto]

Don't be embarrassed, it's a really common mistake! Thanks for watching! 👍

[@ericg.7053]

Any brand suggestions for new Valve Springs? I can’t find specs for the stock ones so im lost trying to find replacements!

[@gregorymartinez380]

@@ericg.7053 if you can afford All-data...its a good place for engine specs.

[@elcatrin78]

Love your videos.

[@ReignitedAuto]

Appreciate it Ivan!

[@boobizzy863]

Thank you🫡🫡🫡🫡

[@xxxbadapple]

I have a couple of these engines sitting around.. One has multiple broken valve springs. I can't wait to tear into them. I have to finish up a monster (1500 HP+) 5.9 cummins build first.. couple of those laying around as well. I'm keeping an eye on these videos for a reference point. Thanks!

[@tibscoastcustoms7735]

you should have way more views, which soon you will! great video thanks

[@freezy2freshfrankiedoyle223]

And great video by the way

[@beardon95]

17 minutes and 8 seconds. Yes you're a beast cuz I was thinking you going to need somebody else buddy😮😮😮😮

[@x7warrior735]

Awesome Job ⭐️⭐️⭐️Excelent ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@miguelangelloeraperez8296]

Exelente video ✌

[@ReignitedAuto]

Thanks Miguel!

[@kevenroy3848]

my 07 HEMI grand cherokee is starting to get a lifter tick these kinds of videos make me want to tear it apart seeing how easy those are to work on compare to a 5.4 triton v8

[@BWADaniel]

14:55 Bro. I did the SAME EXACT thing. I had the entire engine back together and went looking for it. It was in the cylinder 😂😂

[@ReignitedAuto]

Haha, it's actually almost happened two more times, but now I'm looking for it so I catch it. I wager there are probably quite a few people this has happened to!

[@stealhty1]

Soon as I tight LH intake rocker Arm and try to turn the engine , Valves on Cyl # 1,5,7 strike the piston

[@ReignitedAuto]

Gotta recheck your timing 👍

[@jockdeeznutz]

Your videos really help me rebuild my 6.4L 392 hemi. When I started my car up after rebuilding it, it cranked however my car's idle was very rough, backfired, and eventually died. I threw a P0016 code. After researching the code and asking other people. Everyone is telling me my timing is probably off a bit. What do you think? Thanks

[@kellyjohnson7208]

Nice work! I wanna hear that 300 fire off. Wheels, maybe some exhaust? Take some more of the Grandpa out of it?😁

[@ReignitedAuto]

Somebody's been reading ahead! 😄

[@The3chordwonder]

I hope you don't mind me picking your brain. 2008 Hemi for a Ram Truck. I did a basic rebuild on it, including a new melling oil pump, generic water pump, generic "Enginetech" non-mds lifters, PAC valve springs rated for 0.600 cam lift and a comp cam stage 2 cam (220/230 dur@50 and .596 lift). I had the head milled 0.006". I have the MDS delete plugs and also have them disabled in my tune. I Finished rebuild, started it up and it ran very bad - lots of lifter chatter and I had to pull an astonishing amount of fuel from the fuel trims (38%) in order to kinda-sorta idle. I pulled the front cover back off and checked my timing which was spot on. I ran a compression test on each cylinder and it was quite low - 130 or so each. At 205k miles before the rebuild, it was 155psi for each. I had measured the pushrods for zero lash and added 0.050" preload when I ordered the custom length pushrods. Thinking that the valves weren't closing, I put a zip tie between the rocker shaft and the shaft mount. Did the intake cam first, saw 170 psi immediately. Did the exhaust, and it didn't change. So I would think that meant the intake pushrod was too long. However, I bolted everything back together and noticed that on many of the intake pushrods, I can actually push in the pushrod by hand (Feels mushy). Perhaps 1/8 to 3/16 of an inch. I saved some of my OEM lifters and they are hard as a rock, I would be surprised if I can move them 0.001". The pushrods in the engine now (That I can push down) have run for about 3 hours/22 miles or so when trying to break the engine in. Shouldn't they be pumped up and also hard as a rock? I pulled off the oil pump in order to check the timing, so It's no longer primed, but I stood on the starter for over a minute and didn't see the oil pressure gauge move. Should the oil pump prime by then? Since this is off a truck, the pickup is all the way in the back of the pan. I'm trying to figure out if I have an oiling problem, or my lifters are bad, or if the pushrod length is off. I should note, the oil pressure when I was breaking it in was less than before the rebuild, but not bad either. The computer logs showed it at 25psi with a 1000 rpm fast idle on straight 30 break in oil. Thank you in advance if you have any ideas. Thanks for making these great videos!

[@ReignitedAuto]

Hey Tucker, I'd definitely be trying to figure out why the oil pressure is low before doing anything else. Make sure the pickup tube o-ring is in good shape. A brand new oil pump should certainly be moving a lot more than 25psi when cold. That could definitely have an effect on the lifters getting fully pumped up with oil, which could in turn cause your low compression numbers. So my advice would be to chase the oiling situation before you do anything else.

[@The3chordwonder]

@@ReignitedAuto Thank you very much, I really appreciate it!

[@MrGetYouLoud]

Hey how’s it going brother, first off just wanted to say that you’re the man! Been watching your videos religiously for over a year and I’m finally getting around to tackling the tear down and ‘rebuild’ of my 2008 5.7 300C. I’ve been doing car electronics and custom fabrication for about 20 years now so I understand that time is money, wondering if you could help appointment in the right direction… I have a couple quick questions and wasn’t able to find a way to send you a direct message! I hate to bother you as I’m sure you are busy but it is hard to find someone that you trust with your vehicle or to give advice on your vehicle as I’m sure you know! Thanks in advance man and keep up the great work

[@American_Muscle_Preservation]

Hey man, love the videos! I sincerely appreciate all the knowledge. I am currently in the middle of working on my 300C with a dropped valve seat. What brand would you recommend for head and piston replacements? Thank you in advance!

[@luisetorres5760]

it did happened to me on a 09 ram I installed the head with the motor on the car and pinch the o2 sensor wire, luckly I inspected and founded the wire before torquening down the head.

[@vipertv6010]

My friend what is the torque on the camshaft and thank you for your videos they're very helpful

[@kayla-hv1bm]

Man your great I took my 6.1 to a garage that screwed me my cam dowel pin broke so they took off the entire front cover and all and threw al my bolts in one bag if you do another 5.7 or 6.1 could you do a upclose look at reinstalling it so I can match it up best I can

[@nanperry1064]

👍

[@mechanicalman8048]

Quick question I can't see if someone asked already. But when you install the rocker armband when you torque them. Do you just torque all of the bolts at TDC or do you have to rotate as you go along?

[@whitewavetheory5856]

I have a 2005 5.7 hemi, took the passenger side head off yesterday. Do I need to remove the timing cover to take the driver's side cylinder head off? Amazing video!!! Best I've seen! Thank you!

[@ReignitedAuto]

Nope, no need to remove the timing cover, there might be a very small bracket connecting the timing cover to the cylinder head, but that is easily removed. 👍

[@503jmn]

Do you have a manual or something you followed to be able to know what screws go where and what torque? I'm putting together mine and I don't know where to get the info.

[@davidtroia7426]

Make sure u got the angle of the dangle!!

[@BlowYoSpeakaz]

You made installing the rocker arms seem like a walk in the park. That is the step that has giving me the hardest time. Any advice on how to make things easier or what do you think im doing wrong?

[@ReignitedAuto]

Thanks for the kind words! I did a more recent video specifically about the pushrod installation, its part of my blue 2003 ram truck playlist on my channel. I think the thumbnail says the #1 Hemi mistakepeople make, something like that. 👍

[@williamwhite9767]

What was done to the heads to prevent valve seat drop AGAIN?

[@donmclean7903]

Cant find relevant podcast but i believe the dropping valve seat problem is due to when operating on mds every stroke is a compression stroke on the particular cylinders involved and this stresses the seats.

[@prez1894]

I’m going to use FelPro head gaskets are they good??

[@CJ9494.]

Hey what are the torque spec on that camshaft bolt I’ve been finding different numbers everywhere lol I gotta 13 ram 1500 not sure if that would make a difference?

[@stanfordwelchut8233]

Where do u get your custom made push rod cuz I need a longer one on my exhaust side hemi truck 2015 1500

[@mikhailSRT4]

Can you please show how you install the cranks seal ? Timing seal ? Because mines new and leaking I do t understand why there's a little plastic pilot on it .

[@seannic66]

So how long did it take to rebuild the block including lifters and evrtything

[@chantelrhine8965]

Alot easier out the truck than in

[@paulbickley658]

Good video, I learned a lot for my own Dodge Challenger. Do you pressure test and leak test it before installing???

[@ReignitedAuto]

Not unless I have reason to believe there were issues with it before tear down. 👍

[@whitewavetheory5856]

I ended up purchasing a new Mopar cam since it was in my budget, all the lifters I see are expensive other than a few that I'm not sure are quality. Could you possibly recommend lifters for a stock cam? Mopar lifters are out of my budget at the moment.

[@Str8pipeyae]

Do the Rocker Arm 16lbs spec apply for 2011-2014 5.7 Hemi ?

[@blue03r6]

are these engines known for head gaskets? I have 130k on a 2013 ram truck and it's got a cyl 1 misfire code. I used a camera and the cyl at the top on the head looks wet with coolant and the plugs are white. I'm going to use a coolant system pressure tester and the camera to see if I can see leaking. I don't think I have a bad lifter as it only flashes the CEL if I'm on the highway trying to floor it. weird thing is, when it's into it's misfire issue and the light is flashing, if I turn the ignition off and back on, it goes back to normal and no misfire. if I don't, the misfire wont clear up for a half mile or so. it's as if the cyl has been shut down of fuel and the engine feels extremely rough trying to keep it at the speed limit. then it clears up on it's own. but the ignition trick works every time. i've watched a few other videos and the guys are soaking the head bolts in oil overnight and all kinds of other nonsense. where to people get this silly crap from? I knew right away to stop the video LOL it's one thing to lube the bolt to get a proper torque reading but you don't have to soak bolts overnight in oil.

[@hectorgonzalez9636]

Where did you get the new head for the motor

[@freddiejennings8690]

Could you explain more of piston rod orientation and ring gaps

[@ReignitedAuto]

I'm filming another hemi assembly video this week, I'll make sure to include that info 👍

[@alconk7129]

Thank you so much for this video and have watched it a few times to help me on my ‘15 Ram head replacement. However I should have watched it before I started. I reused the head bolts ( didn’t measure ) and just kinda estimated on the 90 deg due to space limitations. Do you think it would be ok to barely back off on the bolts and then just torque to 100 ft #s? Or take out the bolts and start over with new bolts?

[@ReignitedAuto]

At this point, you've already seated the head gaskets, and backing the bolts off might cause more issues than you solve. I wouldn't worry about it too much to be honest, unless you think the torque spec is wildly off. In that case, don't back them off, just set your torque wrench to 100ftlbs and double check them all. 👍

[@alconk7129]

@@ReignitedAuto thanks bud!

[@NebraskaSquatch]

I'm looking for the video on how to install the cam and gear on a 5.7. I just had one done and they told me the cam was installed incorrectly.

[@micahnyhof]

Love the videos, has helped a lot in my current 06 charger r/t rebuild. Quick question: Any other places should put silicone on bolts? In tech center we would use bolt lube on every bolt, is that necessary?

[@ReignitedAuto]

Regarding lubing the bolts, it mostly depends on your climate and location. If you're in an area where there is heavy rust, definitely lube the bolts. If you are in a dry climate with almost no rust, it's not usually necessary. 👍

[@micahnyhof]

@@ReignitedAuto Michigan so probably will lol, thanks for the reply. I get my block from the engine shop Monday. Your videos helped a lot when I was stuck! You should look into doing a live that would be fun.

[@ReignitedAuto]

@@micahnyhof I have thought about it! Thanks for watching!

[@Daboy115]

I got some questions I have a 2005 ram 5.7 Hemi engine but I need to put it in my 2006 charger 5.7 are the crankshaft compatible? Ik the camshafts are different and this engine had mds plugs could I still install mds on a 05 5.7?

[@marcuscalvin6688]

A valve cover bolt broke off in mine in trying to drill it out now 🤷

[@briansumpter9751]

I may be restating something mentioned time and time again but I can’t find this anywhere. I’ve checked with every shop around me amd none of them will touch a differential upgrade for a 2020 Charger R/T. I’ve found a lot of videos showing a summary of people getting their stock 2.62 open diff upgraded to the 3.09 LSD. I’ve come to the conclusion that it is within my capabilities it would love if a real expert like you could do a detailed step by step on this upgrade. I know it’s very popular and Dodge should have put the 3.09 in all the hemi cars! An open diff…? REALLY?!?! Also I love your channel. Thank you for all the tips and keep the helpful info coming!

[@ReignitedAuto]

Appreciate it Brian! That's a good idea as well, I'll add it to the list!

[@jairoguillen8170]

My rocker arms get loose when I gas it they move side to side a bit what do you think it’s wrong with them please let me know

[@smackfish3542]

When you installed the harmonic ballancer/main crank shaft pully you didn't seem to line it up or "time" it in any way. Does it matter how it's timed to the crank, or is it not really a harmonic ballancer at all, just the front pully and it doesn't matter how it goes back on?

[@ReignitedAuto]

Yea the crank isn't keyed for the balancer, just tap it on, pull it home and you're good 👍

[@Suliman-iq]

I tied them too much for the rockers arm, I got misfire 😅 I have to losing them to 16 ib 😢

[@cammedramprocharged4927]

Besides Mopar head gaskets which other brand would you recommend for a pro charged 5.7 and a NA 6.4

[@ReignitedAuto]

Honestly I don't really have much experience with other options, always used factory myself.

[@alexanderhernandez1711]

This video is very helpful. I just ordered my HRT stage 2 cam for my 2005 ram Daytona. Can’t wait to hear it start up. Do you have a link for the torque specs?

[@ReignitedAuto]

Unfortunately I was using my access to Chrysler service, which I no longer have 😔. I want to hear your truck after the cam swap!

[@alexanderhernandez1711]

@@ReignitedAuto I appreciate it. I’ll keep doing some research. I’ll try to make a video for KZbin cause not many 3rd gen hemi videos out. Especially cammed.

[@ReignitedAuto]

@@alexanderhernandez1711 Absolutely, if you get a chance, check out my playlist on my C10 project I swapped a 6.4 Hemi into, I'll be doing a cam swap on it soon. 👍

[@ghostrt1608]

@@alexanderhernandez1711 ... I've been thinking about getting that same cam for my 2004 Hemi Sport

[@bunniie5754]

What would the specs b for the intake manifold bolts?

[@pmoney5217]

Would it be possible if u can send me each video in order on how to tear down an engine and rebuild it cuz I have a 5.7 hemi as well

[@stanfordwelchut8233]

When reinstalling the push rod an rockers is it necessary to have the cycleder top dead center?

[@ReignitedAuto]

Nope 👍

[@Hillbillygarage1215]

What would happen if the rocker tube are installed in the wrong place ?

[@achakus101]

Hello, where can I find the complete build videos? I like the info and I have a 345 hemi that i want rebuild this winter

[@ReignitedAuto]

Check out my channel I have several build playlists 👍

[@cristiandelpuerto9943]

If the one push rod is fairly higher than the other 3 do I just tighten slowly for the valve to shrink to be able to seat the rest in, or am I supposed to turn the engine and try to adjust them evenly ?

[@ReignitedAuto]

Either approach works fine. I usually move back and forth along the rocker shaft tightening the bolts a half turn at a time to get them to seat evenly. 👍

[@quychang4471]

How do you flush and refill coolant on a 392 Challenger? Old school bleeding or using an Airlift type vacuum device?

[@ReignitedAuto]

For a flush I'd to it the same time as I replaced the thermostat, that way you can just disconnect the lower radiator hose and force water through the engine at the thermostat housing. For refilling, definitely use a vacuum coolant fill device. If you don't have one this is the best way to refill a Hemi engine: On the face of the water pump there's an allen plug, I think 8mm allen. Remove this plug and fill with coolant until it pours out of that plug. Then, reinstall the plug and top off the coolant. This will generally get you pretty close. 👍

[@gregorymartinez380]

when torquing down gen III hemi heads is piston to valve clearance adjustment needed? or do i just install and torque? TIA

[@ReignitedAuto]

Torque and go 👍

[@Antiko2001]

Do you have a step by step video from start to end on how to rebuild the 5.7L Hemi. I have a 06' Charger with the 5.7L Hemi. Would be a great project.

[@ReignitedAuto]

Not yet, I'm planning on doing a more in depth series of Hemi rebuild, we'll see when I'm able to 👍

[@eldorado1830]

Thank you for your video's, i am also interested in a complete build.

[@ryanprettyman3123]

What is your method of resurfacing the head and engine block removing gasket material?

[@ReignitedAuto]

I cover that in detail on my 2003 ram 1500 rebuild. The full playlist is on my channel, can't quite remember which episode it is, maybe the 3rd? 👍

[@edjackson4389]

You don't gap the plugs? Not saying it's gonna be a problem. Just asking

[@ReignitedAuto]

I've been using factory plugs for almost ten years, and in that time I've never gotten one that wasn't gapped properly already. Unless the package was dropped or something. So usually I'll just check quickly to make sure the electrode isn't smashed flat, if it's good the plug goes in! 👍

[@edjackson4389]

@@ReignitedAuto Ah ok, cool

[@kurtlarson5917]

I was told not to drop the spark plug in it may hit the engine and change the gap

[@ReignitedAuto]

Only if you're Hulk Hogan 😄 it actually takes a fair bit of force to change the gap on a spark plug.

[@budlanctot3060]

@@ReignitedAuto I disagree. Much easier to close gap inadvertently, not so with increasing the gap, especially if you are working with iridium plugs.

[@tre2879]

Hey man my dealership diagnosed my truck by sound an said i need a new long block. They are throwing a remanufactured engine in it now. Am i okay to trust their word?

[@ddddsd20]

Great job as always! I was wondering if you’ve had any experience with aftermarket replacement engines, I really don’t have the knowledge that you have to rebuild my stock 5.7 ( 2007 Dodge 1500 ) engine so I would rather have it replaced when needed. I’ve heard Jasper engines are good and I want it to last, so I prefer to do it right the first time with a quality product, any advice is appreciated. Thanks, and Merry Christmas!

[@ReignitedAuto]

Jasper is a fairly big name, and that's important only because it means they are a fairly large company with good infrastructure. What I mean is, with smaller companies, they need to get stuff out as cheaply as possible, and if there's a warranty issue it's like pulling teeth to get them to pay for things. However, if you're dealing with a larger company, their engines will cost a little more up front, but usually it's not a big deal to handle warranty issues through them. My advice is to go with a known brand, like you mentioned, and to read the warranty paperwork for the engine VERY closely as to what requirements they have to keep the warranty active, in this way you can protect yourself. 👍 Thanks for watching!

[@ericg.7053]

I also have an 07 5.7, what’s the cost of a jasper engine?

[@scottyjones27]

Best i can tell y'all is my old Ford horse GT is 02 and 5speed car, I got when she had 10thousand taking kids to skool miles on her , back 03 when I got baby to this very day 17years later, my baby has 360000.0miles on her original every thing , just replaced original fuel pump back in the fall, Uns need to know how to enjoy your baby long time just ask i b glad to share my experiences

[@mikevan803]

Question,are the meds and non MDS blocks the same? Can you use a non MDS block and install cam and MDS lifters and solenoids?

[@ReignitedAuto]

Yessir, the block is the same, the non MDS engines just have block off plugs installed. 👍

[@mikevan803]

Thanks for the answer 😊

[@BWADaniel]

Hey! I’ve got a question. Did you pre soak your lifters? I’m getting mixed answers on doing so. I’ve got a new camshaft & new lifters and I’m not sure if I should pre soak them with oil. What exactly did you do?

[@ReignitedAuto]

It's not completely necessary, it definitelyhelps them quiet down faster if you soak them, but either way they're going to rattle for a bit when you first fire it up. If the rattle doesn't go away after about 20 min of driving then something isn't right. 👍

[@freezy2freshfrankiedoyle223]

Okay I have a 300 I have the same problem with my motor if I brought this to you how much would this charge me how much would you charge me to do this job same exact job

[@jaytee1234567890]

Which brand of torque to angle wrench were you using?

[@ReignitedAuto]

Gearwrench, I'm a big fan of their stuff, I have several wrench sets from them as well that i've been using professionally for more than 10 years. 👍

[@chads8720]

Do you ever turn the engine a bit by hand to get the push rods more level or install the rocker arms

[@ReignitedAuto]

You certainly can if you want to. I don't because I've done so many of them I don't need to, but it definitely can make it easier. 👍

[@chads8720]

Thanks for the response...I'll have to see how it feels next one I do. Save myself a step

[@JosephLColeman]

god!