Don’t do this! If You Want to Build a BIG POWER Viper V10 Engine

[@ppark2123]

The amount of knowledge steve has astounds me and im happy he makes these videos for us to keep us all informed

[@adamtheninjasmith2985]

His willingness to share with us the knowledge that has taken years for him to gain is uncanny. Historically speaking engine builders (and transmission or chassis guys or whatever) kept so much information top secret to keep their edge. Literal armed guards and security dogs in the pro stock world. There are upsides and downsides to that security and containment of knowledge. I think what Steve understands is that the more he shares the more he learns. More feedback, more ideas from more brains and more trial and error. Like my dad he's the kind of guy who takes delight in learning even simple stuff from any source he can get and is willing to share it with the next guy because of it. It's all about being reciprocal.

[@Ikigai1776]

The lack of english astounds me

[@Lindhard85]

"Who do you call and complain to?! Nobody.. You just fix it!!" Wise words from a superior fabricator! 😎

[@adamscoggins5840]

I love how Steeve always shows the truth ! And it’s always realistic we’re not every engine is a romance story like all the other engine builders seem to show . Steve is just a wealth of knowledge.

[@lobob420]

Been a machinist my entire life, I wish I could work for somone like you!

[@rogal6661]

The amount of equipment in that building is insane. I wonder how many millions are invested in all of those machines. Pretty cool to see them in action and that they are so precise down to the thousandths of an inch. Neat.

[@CS_247]

I have spent most of my adult life machining engines, man what I would give to work on the equipment Steve has in his shop. What I would give to work in Steve's shop! His work ethic and attention to detail is just incredible. Love watching all the shop ops stuff!

[@stephenpoe2037]

2.5 days on a broken stud ! That Sux ! Most interesting and detailed video . Thanks for sharing !

[@garycsfunlife]

Okay, as a machinist that originally started off with all manual machines and now I run a mix of CNC. I run a doosan 4500 and a few different hossas. But I still use the manual machines for one off parts or specialty things. That just doesn't make sense to write an entire program for and usually I can complete quicker than they can even write the program. So having manual machines around maybe antiquated for some they're a valid machine in any shop even today. The hard thing is finding people that are good at them because kids just are not being taught manual machines anymore

[@brian.pautsch]

One of the best videos I’ve watched on KZbin. Super informative. Very impressive.

[@gregwindju8672]

Thank you again very much for being a straight shooter. You don't withhold very much or if anything at all. You dumb it down so dyslexic people like me can understand the process is you go through every single time. I would like to say thank you again to you and your crew and another great video. I pray and wish for blessings and successful days for you your family and your work family have a great weekend weekend coming up. 👊💯💯👍😊😊😎

[@therealfearsome]

20:08 Called Peening, also will help relieve stress

[@bigblockjess617]

Absolutely love these videos steve. All the machining and the whole process and how its done is incredible. So much knowledge and talent. I very much do appreciate all your videos, especially these type.

[@stevemorrisracing]

Thanks !!

[@duygukayhanisaskank4915]

@@stevemorrisracing !!!!AWESOME build by a GREAT crew!!!! THANKS for posting this. 🙂 Best regards from Yucatan Mexico, Ben

[@Justin-bz1dp]

@@stevemorrisracing he

[@Justin-bz1dp]

@@stevemorrisracing do you have v10 there in shop

[@Justin-bz1dp]

​@@stevemorrisracingwat is hp

[@Edward135i]

Amazing how Steve just gives this kind of knowledge away on You Tube. Back in the day if you wanted to learn this kind of stuff you'd have to get a job with a Pro Mod team, and most likely that team would be in So-Cal or Indiana so you'd have to move to move there if you didn't live in those areas to have said job.

[@specforged5651]

I was just waiting for a chunk to bust off that head while hammering. I know it’s necessary to do it right, I do it all the time myself. However, that still runs through my mind every time. Welding cast (well any aluminum really) aluminum is not an easy thing to do well. It’s taken many years of trial and error and the drive to always try to improve no matter how amazing we might think we are. Nice work! As a welder, machinist and engine builder....none as my career, I really enjoyed this one.

[@MarlHellbringer]

I learn so much watching Steve and Kevin from KSR every single time. Thank you for taking the time

[@CodyLambert-h9p]

That's one of the coolest things I've ever heard this man...who am my gonna call and complain to nobody. I'm just gonna fix it

[@kygator1]

It will never matter in my life of hotrods, but I love your attention to detail and teaching. Thank you!!

[@coolhandpuke3780]

Nice tip “ forging the welds” or tapping the welding as we go. Going to use that going forward 🤙

[@Doughboy4200]

I'm a Mopar guy and I loved seeing you doing a Mopar this time is awesome and great to watch. I'm learning more and more every episode every time!!!

[@Intellistan]

Zoom out to the machine array- instant thumbs up. World class work. Incredible honor to see inside the operation

[@veto8792]

Man I love this channel! There’s no other place on YT that will show this kinda detail.

[@sbcbuilder4279]

We all are praying for to recover from his viper snake bite. Help out and buy a t-shirt- I did.😁

[@Big_ol_bass]

Steve, the hero we didn't know we needed. But the hero we deserved.

[@deanoscott]

Having never rebuilt an engine, and always wanting to (i can rebuild cars just never done an engine), i love watching these videos. Very informative and steve seems a great feller.

[@bcbloc02]

Did that 9/16 stud that broke come from the same supplier that your broken smx main bolt came from?

[@benblack5787]

Yep

[@ericmichels8843]

Your “beating it” between welding is called Peening. Hence “ball peen” hammers got their name. It’s work hardening to induce surface stress and prevents cracks to form on surfaces. I’m sure you know that already but is actually what I do as a job in aviation manufacturing. It extends life cycles on parts by this method.

[@tiredofthetyranny9874]

Hey Steve its so cool to see how happy you still are after years of building engines!! I appreciate how you explain most of the process of how to build different engines! Most engine builders don’t want anyone knowing anything!

[@gerrymiller7409]

So cool watching the time lapse of the engine assembly. I think its Ben. He did a nice job on that monster.

[@Hoaxer51]

As a die hard Chevy guy all I can say is what a beautiful engine! Nice job and thanks for explaining everything you went through to make this happen.

[@scottjays360s.johnson2]

There you go again, taking things up to the next level. Amazing work your doing. Engaging minds to see things from a different perspective.

[@rrudd]

“Who do you call and complain too, nobody!” this is why we love Steve 👍 Always learn so much on these videos, thanks Steve.

[@2sipsMax]

Thx Steve, learning again. When I weld cast metals I peen the welds to relieve stress since welding shrinks the metal a little, reduces cracking.

[@sendit9129]

Its all about the attention to *necessary* details. So many people focus on the aesthetic of a build or repair that they normally fall short of focusing on the function of it. You explaining what IS important, vs what is NOT important shows you're not trying to impress us with "flash", but focused on the only thing that is important, the results.

[@MikeHarris1984]

Stumbled on your channel thru cleater, and love the in depth content and how you go into everything. You sir are a master at your craft! Amazing work!

[@drewmurray2583]

How the heck did you degree that camshaft?! I'm having a heck of a time trying to line up the crower cam going in mine. it was 6 degrees off and No adjustable cam gears available anywhere. Had to grind out the bolt holes to set it up right

[@briananderson5284]

Thank you Professor Morris once again a great lesson. 😀😀 love your build videos they always have great insight on how and why. 😊

[@stevemorrisracing]

😁

[@Justin-bz1dp]

@@stevemorrisracing wat is hp v10

[@jemery3]

Hell yeah I was hoping you'd put a video out on Bens new engine, can't wait to see his car back in action and see it all done!

[@benblack5787]

My brotha. I can't wait either :)

[@wrenchg3954]

its really cool to be able to see down inside this engine. very interesting perspective, one rarely gets to take a look at. knowing the power potential of these engines i would have never guessed thats what is inside there. example, the giant single water jacket. or that only half of the sleeve is supported in the block. strangely interesting to get the engineers perspective when it was designed

[@seancollins9745]

the jaguar V12 is the same, the wet sleeve design is common to a bunch of euro engines and has it's origins in WW2 aircraft engines.

[@Rollin8.0]

They didn't have a huge amount of money available for development for the Viper so my guess is they they worked out this method was the best cost/durability option for what they needed, which was well under 100hp/L even in its most highly tuned form.

[@winstonsmith8441]

Excellent video. Loved the detailed hands-on work and explanations.

[@catastrophic82]

It was at 34 minutes it finally clicked why SM is doing all this work. He’s a smart cat

[@stevemorrisracing]

😁

[@Midnight_Rider96]

Its honestly amazing that the cylinders can stay in place and maintain head gasket seal when the block has a far different thermal expansion and the tops of the sleeves are basically floating, the only positive connection is the fire hoop and receiver!

[@BlackstoneMalone]

These are the type of videos that are going to propel SME's KZbin channel to 1 Million!!

[@mosesvega5421]

Thanks!

[@Spudstrodamus]

I have copper orings and the pro seal gasket on my honda. Granted not huge power but its only a 1.6 sohc at 502 whp stock sleeves. Supposed to help if their is slight head lift to keep the fire in. My engine is known for head lift with timing on stock size head studs. I don't know if it's helping but a year of weekend driving and a handful of track days so far so good. Might be my tuner not the oring.

[@Umwee63]

That was one of the best videos I have seen. Excellent work as always Steve, it's Great to see the Man doing his own work to make sure its the best product it can be.

[@stevemorrisracing]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@theshed8802]

Interesting about the head stud failure. I just took a broken name brand head stud out of a turbo'd LS this week. It blew a head gasket on the dyno and they couldn't work out why, until the stud broke whilst tightening the head down with the new gasket. I've done several broken new head bolts and studs over the last 12 months for clients. All from different OE and after market manufacturers. Some of these failures have occurred way before the fastener has got anywhere near torque. Great video Steve. Regards Greg

[@ronr344]

Bubble level shows levelness to the earth. Indicator shows levelness to the machine weighs. When they set up your machine I’m sure they leveled it but they always settle over time. Always use an indicator

[@ronr344]

@@helpallofem4428 no the bubble was not perfect.

[@laplantski]

In a WORLD of V8 builds its nice to see something with the correct amount of Cylinders!! 😊 Can't wait to see Ned out there breaking ❤s

[@MKBarousse]

This amount of knowledge amazes me. I wish I lived close to SM engines so I could apprentice. I’d clean toilets to hang around this much brilliance.

[@johnobrien6052]

Dang, it was awful nice of Dewey too teach Steve so Steve could teach us!!! He's a hell of a good pup!! In all seriousness, thank you once again for showing us the PROPER way to do things correctly! 🙏

[@chief3378]

These are such great videos the machine work and teaching us how and why you do these to make everything work together is pretty cool thanks Steve and your team

[@frankensteincreations4740]

Shouldn’t have any problems with that sucker now! Basically fixed all it’s issues… She’s ready to make some power now! Looked like some DelWest retainers on there… good stuff those guys… Need to make sure he sends you Dyno footage… 👍🤘👏

[@unobtainiumwelding9812]

5356 will be fine. From a welding perspective, 4047 is best for castings, but 4043 or 4943 works too. Love seeing all the steps, tons of work trying to fix and improve these things. Sharing knowledge and experience with us all. 👍🏼

[@lukeburkill7767]

Alloy 5356 has become the most commonly used of all aluminum filler alloys because of its good strength and its good feed-ability when used as a MIG electrode wire. It is designed to weld 5xxx series structural alloys and 6xxx series extrusions, basically anything other than castings, because castings are high in silicon. Its one limitation is that 5356 is not suitable for service temperatures exceeding 150 degrees Fahrenheit (65 degrees Celsius).

[@SloppyMechanics]

*me to myself man I wonder where Steve Morris's shop is "Waaaaderr" (water) *me "oh yes"

[@stevemorrisracing]

Lol

[@Jameswaylandhampton]

Smartest builder out there. Can't wait to meet him in person. Crazy knowledge. Time to have my 2009 acr done by him

[@MrMaxEffort]

That was some good filming, you give the cameraguy a tap on his shoulder..🤘👍 Really good content, this is gonna be awesome. 💪

[@hunnybunnysheavymetalmusic6542]

2:15 Seems they got it all backwards. Should have had a steel O-ring and a copper gasket.

[@kanervatie]

Steve McGyver doing what he does. Damn, I'm impressed by all this welding and hammering and knowledge.

[@Rebar77_real]

One day there is going to be a twisted block that fell off the back of a truck, and got ran over by another truck, and Steve will have it running within a week. Love the in depths on blocks!

[@CrankshaftTX]

Hundreds of thousands of dollars of equipment and a $10 tool still does the final valve grind. I love it!

[@shawn.1932]

Absolutely awesome watching you guys work.

[@stephenhans189]

Your setup is way better! Did something similar to my Buick stage v6 back in 2005 like you're system! Thanks for for showing people the best way to make repairs. ❤❤❤❤ Hey Dewey

[@matthewduckydoormattmanzel2624]

I wish i had some of your knowledge / info when i worked for arrow raceing / the viper warranty center. Back in 2005ish.

[@joshreynolds729]

The man is a genius and I’ve been watching him for a long time now. Never have I seen him some what flustered with a build. This one must have been a real pain in the ass. In either case great work and attention to detail. Great video man thanks. 👍

[@1donniekak]

Finally. Someone on the internet being real about welding used factory castings. Thanks for not grinding down your welds and welding on top of them.

[@Daniel-ns8bk]

I've said it once, and I'll say it again....Whoever edits and chooses the time lapse music, is on point! Great Work!!

[@jayceecombs6887]

So very through Steve! Love being able to understand through watching & explanation! J

[@markzurowski3627]

A pneumatic needle scaler also works well for peening between passes.

[@ni_wink84]

Who do you call and complain to? Nobody, you just fix it! Spoken like a true genius and talented builder also 951 here 🖐️ right down the road from me

[@bobbybowers4065]

That is some damn fine work steve!!!!!!!!!!! I like to see someone who takes pride in there work keep it up brother !!!!!!👍👍👍👍👍

[@dannmohr5721]

Amazing Steve……doing what no one else does……all in the name of making more horsepower……always watch each video with anticipation and watch again not wanting to miss anything and sometimes even watch a third time……your perseverance and dedication to more horsepower is awe inspiring….. keep up the good informative videos…….kudos…….👍🏁🇺🇸👍🏁🇺🇸👍🏁🇺🇸👍🏁🇺🇸

[@loicdore39]

That is a very good material , thank you for sharing ! I'm surprised that there's no girdle and no pistons cooling oil jets, I'm confused, why ?? My 2000hp viper has those but it's made for road course to be beaten all day long maybe that's why isn't it ? I also guess the gen5 manifolds pop on high boost ?

[@douglasmayherjr.5733]

Really Appreciate the way you break everything down and explain it, to honestly educate people. The only other guy I have seen close to you is Gale Banks. Thanks so much, Steve.

[@GapRecordingsNamibia]

Hey Steve, some really hammering education you gave us...... Some thing I learned from an elderly gentleman...... That carbide burr tool in layman's terms is called "an angry bit" 🤣😂🤣😂 Use case...... "Hey, would you bring me the angry bit please??" Thanks for the lesson!!

[@MDC33147]

This video really kept me up passed my bedtime. Totally worth it. Great stuff.

[@SOMNIOHM]

_It would be a dream to work for this guy!_

[@petesmith8000]

Thanks Steve, you are getting better & better with the filming & editing. Nice job on the story line & narrative. Of course it helps that you love talking too - lol..

[@housepumpinpc3983]

Nice informative and fun video. I would let the manufacturer of the camshaft know that the thrust of the cam is off. Not everyone has the capability to reface the cam gear seat or the offset.

[@stoddern]

Steve not sure about with aluminum but with iron and steel based metals using a needle gun can get the a really good finish match with welded areas of cast parts.

[@droid0311]

As a former machinist.. I know what it takes to do some of this work. That's a TON of work. Nice job guys

[@buildingracingvideos4714]

That V10 was a kick in the nuts to the sports car industry. Took a 1960's pushrod 340, added 2 cylinders, and then proceeded to dominate everything at the Nurburgring for years.

[@mikeswindell137]

Not a auto machinist but Steve would be a top salesman for Rottler lathes, milling machines. Very informative about the fire ring,never heard of this idea before..

[@duygukayhanisaskank4915]

Hello mikeswindell137, The steel "fire ring" is somewhat new for boosted engines. Usually, the ring is incorporated into the head gasket. But in my opinion, the fire-ring is bullet-proof & the best way to have an incorruptible seal. Sure, it adds cost to the engine build. But it's cheap insurance...considering the benefits. In his KZbin library, Steve has an interesting and very informative video about the fire-ring. Best regards, Ben

[@ryanscott5294]

@47:32 what is the black stuff on the head between port 2&3? It almost looks like a crack in the casting but I think it is actually some type of anti-seize?

[@DependableAutoTruck]

Watching your videos makes me wish i had a need for your services. you sure seem to make sure the customers best interest are your best interest. kinda like the valves and the way you explained it was great. many years ago i did some foot brake racing but seems like life time ago. Thanks for taking so much of your time to produce these videos i have just a few videos on you tube simple ones but i know to do the quality videos like you do takes a lot of time and expense to produce again thanks

[@mikeg4163]

The dry deck idea is very cool. Can you show how that’s designed to be sure there aren’t any trapped air pockets?

[@alackofspeed]

Yes, I was going to ask a similar question. There will surely be air pockets in the block as the tapping is on the low side of the vee.

[@RDChanse]

​@@alackofspeed thats why you vaccum bleed the coolant system.

[@williamlewis7846]

The Area code 951 covers areas of Southern California. In particular, the code serves parts of Riverside County and San Bernardino County.

[@richardpenner4686]

Cool video....enjoyed seeing a Viper motor from the inside..

[@beckyumphrey2626]

Awesome video. Your knowledge and skills are.amazing!!!!!! My husband and I love your channel.

[@kevinconger3969]

Your a motor genius, love the way you educate, where can I get 1 of those stickers on dyno window.

[@camerondueck7249]

just amazing all the tech, and the great attitude to go with it. i strive to have my simple mechanic shop be like yours . please sell me a lesson in operation of using machining tools, i would love to be your student. all i do is rebuild semi engines, this is a whole different world.

[@philiptobin2246]

I see you are using roller cam bearings in this v10. What are your feelings on those overall? It used to be considered the way to go, but these days especially in street use vehicles it seems more recommend sticking with the old Babbitt bearing.

[@duygukayhanisaskank4915]

Hello phillptobin, Steve installed the roller cam bearings at the customers' request, Everyone has their own opinions about roller cam bearings. I feel they are an accident waiting to happen & not worth the risk for the indiscernible benefits they "supposedly" provide. They are banned in aviation engines...for good reason. 🙂 I feel the same about needle-bearing rollers on roller rockers. A bushing is the ONLY smart choice. Regardless of the intended use of an engine, the Babbitt (sleeve) bearing is the ONLY way to go. Best regards, Ben

[@stevemorrisracing]

I answer this in next vids. A babbit cam bearing can’t fail if it has proper oil. Roller bearings I have not seen but it could fail.

[@kaedyncopper12]

Thanks Steve,I find these videos very interesting and informative. Might have missed my calling in life. The more I watch these type videos the more I think about it and the more I want to learn and watch.Thanks Great video.

[@drcolster]

Great work as always...a lot of Modifications done for the big power output....... i would think tho to weld the -12 fitting on the heads ,and then all the facing done..."AnyWays" as Kombaro Steve says..

[@sbc350]

How did you make the fire rings and how they stay in they grooves while installing the cylinder head? Love these detailed videos!

[@ThanatoViper]

kevin from ksr does the same thing. hammering the weld while making a repair.

[@tomgato69]

Hey Steve,, you said you dont make it look perfect after drilling for water holes... Try this if you havent tried before. On cast aluminum, after welding and grinding flush.. get some 40, 60, 80 sand paper pretty much what ever grit works for you. and Peen it with a ball peen hammer... it gets pretty close to perfect lol.

[@Tommyd2059]

Another excellent video! Always learn something when I watch your videos. Thanks!

[@winstonwright3613]

951?... That's only one area code away from me here in SoCal. Never heard of that shop though. Great video. You gonna do death week and head this way in a month or so?

[@williamholmes9129]

How does the oil feed work between the block and head? Appears holes in the head but nothing in the new dry deck block 🤔