Engine Rebuild Part 5: Sealing Up The Longblock.1969 Porsche 911T. The Canary Files.

Sealing up the engine Longblock on my 1969 Porsche 911T.

[@luisfernandoariza1301]

Thanks for this videos,from Colombia 🇨🇴

[@andrewwolf4430]

In 1974 I bought a 69 911T with a non running engine. I was told that the PO downshifted into 1st instead of 3rd and destroyed the engine. Got it for $2,200 and towed it home behind my brothers 67mustang. Bought either a Haynes or Chilton manual and dove into it. Found that all 6 exhaust valves were bent and all 6 exhaust rockers were broken. So I tore it down to the crank. Plastigaged all of the rod and main bearings. All were okay, the pistons were okay, but I replaced all of the rings, and of course the exhaust valves, 3 exhaust valve guides and all 6 exhaust rockers. It cost me a few hundred dollars for parts. Put it all back together and drove it for a year before I sold it.

[@jibmaster]

Amazing! Thanks for documenting every step Kav! I can't wait to see the first videos of it firing up and the smile on your face when you first drive her!

[@FriendM2010]

Another excellent video in the series.... Above all, thanks for taking the time to film and share with the community 👍 Gotta feel good getting to this point 🥳

[@kavs911]

Thanks Matthew! Yes it’s a good feeling!

[@JohnDoe-ej6fx]

Great work, great videos! Thanks for taking the time to produce these!

[@sas-usp3165]

Stuning work, again!

[@wolfeclassics1567]

theyre always so pretty when finished. great job!

[@nibbler9113]

I love all your videos, bc I think there spot on! Each an every time I am watching them I think about to do it myself as well. Am looking forward to the next on.

[@gabrielcalin4238]

Every thing is so clean . Very nice work.

[@Neil-Aspinall]

I find it outstanding that a bunch of men designed amazing things like this. So much to consider. Impressed by you too as the simple rebuilder.

[@kavs911]

Thanks Neil!

[@shu8in_foma]

Amazing engine!

[@GarageTimeAutoResto]

Fantastic! Congrats and well done. You must be getting excited!

[@MH-ev3wr]

Milestone! Well done!

[@allangeorge6439]

Thank you so much for this, Im high school and I hope to one day rebuild an old porche like you are doing

[@bryan7821]

I`ve never rebuilt any European Engines, only American Engines from the block up. I`ve learned a lot here already, and your video`s are awesome,,,,Thank You !!! I`m amazed at how short the stroke is on this Porche Engine.

[@AD-yy3it]

I love old Porsche's and your meticulous attention to detail is commendable, but that is a lot of work for one engine, I hope it runs perfectly for you and you never need to build it again.

[@allanmaureenmacintyre4474]

Thanks mate. Starting on my 3.0L SC in October. I defo could not do it without this excellent tutorial. I can see i'm going to be back here on a regular basis.

[@quemada100]

Hi. I really enjoy your videos, really laid back and informative. Thanks...

[@kavs911]

quemada100 that’s me! 😀

[@obi-wankenobi7160]

Great work man, I was just thinking that I was ready to see how this engine was coming along and then I get a notification!! I can’t wait to hear that flat six start up!!

[@obi-wankenobi7160]

What is the name of the instrumental at 01:33? Thanks

[@obi-wankenobi7160]

Please!

[@Rockingruvin]

Now you need a video of it idling, revving, and driving past at low throttle and full throttle. C'mon man! Let's see and hear that classic Porsche glory!!!

[@kavs911]

Coming!

[@adamlopes4482]

Firstly, my sincere condolences as to the loss of your father. I lost my mother in 2016, and it certainly took a lot to overcome, but I'll still never forget her. I know it sounds brazenly selfish, but... Is this honestly the end? I mean we don't even get the satisfaction of seeing this beauty run?

[@UCanDoIt2Mike]

Just finished watching the series! Thanks for sharing... we enjoyed the ride!!!

[@kavs911]

Thanks!

[@paulhargreaves2143]

Fantastic attention to detail and great video . Excellent work.

[@kavs911]

Thank Paul.

[@tesiutroque654]

Great work

[@swerobin1991]

Love it!

[@geeder9086]

Those upper valve covers look great when polished!

[@bernardthefourth]

Great job, I enjoyed the series.

[@kavs911]

Thank you! I'm learning as I go!

[@euskaldhmendi7646]

Amazing job Kav, as usual! Like the fact every piece is pristine. I've rebuild my 3.2 myself as well, good memories. Cheers from France

[@kavs911]

euskaldh mendi Hi from California!

[@Ava-hi1rr]

When in doubt X=8, if this doesn't work use sheer brute force! Fugg'n ayyyye Skippy!! Nice job Ace!

[@nathandodds_]

Brilliant videos! Me and my dad love watching your videos dreaming about some day getting a Porsche. Keep it up 👍

[@kavs911]

Thanks Nathan & Dad!

[@Rocky-rk4df]

Bravo. Très bon travail.

[@shawnsokol3546]

Great video Nice work!

[@kavs911]

Thanks Shawn.

[@johnfalkenstine8377]

Still a fantastic good engine. I worked at the dealer in the Mid-seventies in Tucson. The dealership was owned by two Germans and they decided to sell out and moved their allotment of cars out the door for around ten thousand dollars per car. I flew to Phoenix, drove the cars back with the plastic flapping around, lots of fun.

[@alhodge4051]

class act sir. quality first. well done

[@kavs911]

Thanks Al!

[@c5back9]

An interesting engine the likes of which I have not seen until watching this series. My part of the world being American V8 centric for most of my life, I’ve worked on many Chevys, Fords and such, even a few Mercedes, but out here in pick up truck country, Porsches are few and far between. These engines seem quite a bit more intricate than I’d envisioned. They remind me somewhat of some engines I’ve seen in various general aviation aircraft.

[@kavs911]

They are tricky! Taking my time!

[@hebecameflesh]

Really great! me and my friend are changing the head studs on his 81SC - i wish we could do a build like yours. ill be watching!

[@kavs911]

Michael Snyder good luck!

[@simonsmith6509]

Thats painful to have to take it all apart again,you got a vast ammount of patience fella

[@CactosS]

nice series

[@kavs911]

CactosS thank you!

[@marquisbois990]

Great video series. I hope you continue right until the end. You should have way, way more subscribers imho

[@kavs911]

Things are picking up recently!

[@lovejago]

We will all go at some time!. losing a mother-father-brother-friends. >> lord knows i have!!

[@julianstarkey9301]

I used a mirror with 80, the 120 to do my valve covers, then Cerakote as mine had more discolouration than yours. Picked out the letters too.

[@peem1244]

Hi Kav, super video and what a beauty of an engine. Can i get one for my living room please, with some plate glass so i can sit and look at it. Looking forward to hearing it one day. Maybe you could link details of your tools as you use them? Thanks for sharing. Stay safe Kav and keep up the good work. 👍🏁😎

[@kavs911]

Pedro ElGordo I’ll get right on it Pedro!!

[@robfrost1]

Who else is here to see it start for the first time?

[@bucksnortbumblefuk6872]

Nice job!! 100× better than 99% of the builds out there. If you plan on building a few more in your lifetime I'd suggest a few tools. Dial bore gauge. Mitutoyo, that reads to a tenth. That's. 0001. I know plasti gauge has been used for a long long time but I've seen it not be consistent. A good set of micrometers Caliper of your choice, just so u can read it. There are others but not really necessary if you dont want. Again, great job.

[@kavs911]

Thanks! I got those tools for Christmas! Awesome wife!

[@Murphys2ndLaw]

Nice job!... I would've thrown some high temp clear on the sanded lettering. Its going to oxidize and tarnish again.

[@kavs911]

Good tip! Thanks!

[@davidweston9115]

the edges of the oil cooler fins can be straightened with a tool they sell for air conditioning condensers. Or possibly a hair comb,

[@kavs911]

I'll check that out!

[@spritle1700]

That's absolutely great work! I've been watching your series and it's inspired me to install a flat 6 (2.4) into my 914, a dream I've had for quite a long time. I would like to ask if I may roughly what your engine build cost total was, parts plus machine work. I am looking at a couple buildable engines and am just trying to estimate the total cost. I understand if you would rather not answer. Thanks.

[@sportytone1]

Wondering if Pertronics made a points eliminator for your application. it would have been a period-correct modification I believe, but haven't checked yet.

[@remcotissink]

Great videos, I like the methodical way of work a lot. Wonder if you are planning to do a video on the gearbox and diff ?

[@kavs911]

Eventually!

[@clintwhite4372]

I'm enjoying this series. I've never seen a Porsche engine rebuild before. But I have always heard of the price of a rebuild was astronomical in relation to an average modern inline 4 cylinder. Now I know why.

[@kavs911]

Astronomical is right! Community College for my kids! :)

[@massimilianomicor8775]

Thanks for the superb video! Did you finally installed rsr oring on rocker shaft? I'm gonna install (911 2,2 T my70) a new rocker shaft locker kit from turbokraft after second shaft walk away fortunately without disastrous consequences but still wondering if adding also rsr oring. Have a nice rebuilding!

[@kavs911]

Yes installed the rsr orings!

[@drowization]

Sorry to hear about your dad,,,, great series though,,,, where is part 6 please ????

[@kavs911]

Thanks! coming soon! stay tuned!

[@dewiz9596]

Fawk! Amazing series of videos. . . But . . . Seeing the amount of work involved here. . . much of which would have to be done even in a factory build. . . I can see where Tesla has an amazing advantage in performance cars. . . just the difference in part count. . . I’ve been the “nephew” in engine builds, from Ford Flathead V8, VW and Continental O300, allso a six cylinder horizontally opposed aircooled engine, but there the similarity ends. .

[@wsfwsf1497]

The T in these 911's were affectionately referred to as "tame" by some in Porsche circles.

[@riccardomarzotto7974]

Amazing work.. where can i find all thats oem and torq specifics? Thanks

[@kavs911]

I use the Haynes manual and Waynes book: www.amazon.com/Rebuild-Modify-Porsche-Engines-1965-1989/dp/0760310874 Also this website is great: www.torkspec.com/torkspecmm.aspx?KI=458

[@v-g-z3689]

Very well done on the spark plug choice, thank god you didn´t use NGK, that just would not be the right choice for an old german engine. Unfortunately Bosch isn´t fully made in Germany anymore nowerdays, but better than nothing.

[@michaelroberts1420]

They would not have invented mills if sand paper works. Also the moving internal parts should be deburred and polished to avoid oil from gathering on them and throwing the balance out of wack, to go the extra mile the internal surfaces of the block and heads should also be deburred to stop torsional flex from breaking them off and going through the oil. Just a thought it seems as if you are not building a concourse car. Happy motoring.

[@kavs911]

My machinist is awesome and did all the necessary work on the block and heads

[@sergiolenarduzzi4670]

Being air cooled, the original size head spacer 2.5 I believe, I would have left in, not use the thinner one. Valve to piston is way to close. That extra space will save the day.. Good build.. Bravo

[@kavs911]

I think I'm in the correct zone for the compression ratio 9.5:1

[@sergiolenarduzzi4670]

@@kavs911 where did you get that clip install tool.. Touhj to find, may I ask the supplier

[@kavs911]

@@sergiolenarduzzi4670 Stomski racing.

[@kirkjensen1718]

I wish I could understand why the cam lobes are positioned different between the left and right cam (lobe to lobe).

[@matthieuleroy8837]

Hello very Good clip ! I whant to know were i can buy the same engin support please ? Thank you !

[@mfogtmann]

Great work! I am a new 911 owner, and I am trying to fix what I think is chain noise from 2.7 engine. I have the upgraded carrera tensioners, and I am going to upgrade the idlers arms to see if that can make my chain noise go away. How did you source the supertec idler arms? I can't see them in their parts list and they have not replied to my emails. Again, great work! Your videos have given me the confidence to work on my engine myself!

[@kavs911]

I just called and spoke to Henry

[@starga-fr7qx]

pumping the tensioner is really a bit redundant. They are spring tensioned an that spring is plenty good for that short amount of time during initial start up, till the oil pressure pushes out the air.

[@kavs911]

Good to know!

[@starga-fr7qx]

@@kavs911 just manually prime the oil system before startup. Once you've turned the engine over a few times with a wrench to know at least it turns without funny noises.. don't install the spark plugs and you can spin the starter a few times.. no plugs means it will spin free and that will prime the system with oil... Then install the spark plugs and GO TIME Either way, the hydraulic tensioners are primarily spring tensioned with hydraulic backup piston.. They have to be or the chains would go slack when the car is parked for a long time.

[@miamirice6840]

What made you realize the idler arms lacked the bronze bushings after install, and what do the bronze bushings improve?

[@kavs911]

Wear.

[@gunder3]

Thanks for the video, are you a Geordie living in America?

[@kavs911]

Yes Geordie in the U.S. (Howay divin't tell 'em!)

[@amazoidal]

You really need to get rid of the points. Go with a CD system and Hall Effect/reluctor trigger. Biggest improvement in performance you can make.

[@kavs911]

Maybe down the road yes.

[@majidtahuri228]

could you make the final installing engine 911t video and start it off

[@kavs911]

Yes one day!

[@obi-wankenobi7160]

Whats the name of the instrumental at 01:33

[@alsautner1732]

Great work....How did you learn how to do this......?

[@kavs911]

Albert Sautner books, internet. Never built an engine before

[@Quantenpresse]

Any news on the Longblock? Even a "this are the problems I am currently dealing with"-video would be nice. ;-)

[@kavs911]

Updates coming soon!

[@gidderman]

88.5 ft/lbs on that engine oil line adaptor eh? That little slip at the end of your torquing it seems to indicate you pulled out the threads a bit. Not that you should go back now that would be banana's. But do not always believe the haynes book, the people who wrote it make mistakes too. With that said, excellent series, good camera work and very nice attention to detail, this is not an easy engine to build. I, looking forward to the results as i near the end of this series!

[@kavs911]

That crush washer take the brunt of it. I think the threads are fine. Nerve-racking!

[@earthlingjohn]

Would i be wrong to presume the new lower valve covers offer up a bit more heat dissipation ?

[@kavs911]

I hope so.

[@julianstarkey9301]

Is that cad plated or yellow zinc plating you had done.

[@kavs911]

Yellow Zinc

[@robnorth-1372]

Could have used wet and dry for the cam covers, sticking it to the table with spray glue .......

[@kavs911]

Yes a bit of Loctite 574 maybe in order!

[@maurotomelli4964]

Ma le guarnizioni dopo 2 volte che ha allentato le teste sono rimaste le stesse?

[@mferrarorace]

88.5 ft lbs oh wow, that is really high I think I did mine at 26 ft lbs

[@kavs911]

I wonder if that is a typo in the book?! No leaks though!

[@mattfranks4335]

Now put it in a Dacia sandero.

[@chefjefe68]

I am late to this video series. With all the other upgrades, I am wondering why you didn't upgrade your distributor with an electronic ignition system like Pertronix?

[@kavs911]

I wanted to see how the car ran with the old points setup before going to Pertronix. Do a before and after comparison.

[@chefjefe68]

@@kavs911 Thanks for the reply. I look forward to that comparison.

[@kirkjensen1718]

At what point did you realize the cam cover behind the oil cooler was not installed? Hopefully very soon!

[@kavs911]

It’s there.

[@Bikerboythousand]

Not sure why you checked cam timing again after replacing the idler arms. It cant have gone anywhere. Pulleys tight. No movement available unless you hopped a tooth. Bit OTT if you ask me.

[@kavs911]

Just to be sure, why not! If it's out it will destroy a very (and I mean VERY) expensive engine.

[@Bikerboythousand]

@@kavs911 but it wouldn't have moved. Anyway, great video. Nice job building the engine. I cut find a part 6 or 7 where you fit it and get it running.

[@kavs911]

@@Bikerboythousand They will be coming!

[@Paul_VanGo]

Goes to show, it really doesn't make any difference between the mock-up and the final assembly, regarding the timing, gaps and play. Though it was very thorough, the mock-up showed to be a redundant exercise. As it should, really. Set is set.

[@kavs911]

Paul van Lieshout Well with custom pistons and reground cams you have to mock it up to measure for valve clearance. You could find yourself in a spot of bother if the clearance is out of tolerance and you’ve used all the sealants.

[@hashemmatter5389]

Did this car ever start ?

[@kavs911]

I’m driving it but more videos on the way!

[@cimarronperformancewerks6611]

You missed showing everyone the pure joy of cam timing 🤪. Great vids, tho.

[@kavs911]

Rocket Points Sports I have a whole separate video on that when I was mocking up the engine!

[@cimarronperformancewerks6611]

Yes you do! And I did indeed watch it a while back. I’m old. I had forgotten when I pushed the send button and THEN thought about it! Perhaps my comment will inspire others to check all your vids out! 😆. Your work and vids are great. Thanks for taking the time. I remember in years past restoring many 911s. Kind regards.

[@kavs911]

Rocket Points Sports cheers!

[@leslierobtduncan7823]

What are points ???

[@kavs911]

Leslie Robert they are contacts inside the distributor and they trigger the spark

[@cw824]

Fantastic videos, but the music between is TOO LOUD compared to your voice.

[@kavs911]

Still working on it!

[@robertdavis6708]

I would love to hear that monster at start up . The Germans know how to build quality and dependability in their engines.

[@MrRichardH1]

Except for IMS bearings, that is...

[@kavs911]

@@MrRichardH1 Thank God it doesn't have one of those!

[@specforged5651]

Oh god!!!! Not the timing again! Lol

[@kavs911]

Yeah I know! Bloody timing!

[@jaguar7051]

Do you know physics? Long extension less torque at the bolt? How many grades of kindergarten you had pas?

[@kavs911]

Understood! I was measuring the stretch value!

[@jaguar7051]

@@kavs911 Honest man

[@roverwaters3875]

the only thing that needs a torque wrench are the head bolts, the rest is overkill

[@kavs911]

I'm not so sure.

[@jaguar7051]

Very cheap Joe Silinkon use on your pinats. Do you know these words Gasket?

[@harpomarx7777]

Wish you had a version of this that didn't have the screaming music set twice as loud as your voice. Very annoying.

[@kavs911]

I hear that a lot! Will dull it down a bit! It’s for the younger audience!

[@SuperDirk1965]

So funny to see you wiping again and again so that there's absolutely no spec of dust on any surface after which you spread grease or gasket liquid on that same surface. Then taking time to film these surfaces at which interval dust collects in the grease/gasket. Lots of time and effort wasted.

[@kavs911]

Can never be too clean. The garage is clean too, not worried about dust on grease Dirk!

[@Janne1Hirmu]

Horrible music

[@kavs911]

Hard to find good royalty free music! I'm experimenting!

[@Rockingruvin]

Not bad for generic video fill music.