FEATURE: Walkinshaw Automotive re-manufacturing facility - Camaro, RAM, Silverado factory tour

[@philanderson2220]

Unbelievable best ep yet. Ryan Walkinshaw what a legend Australian manufacturing Australian jobs say no more.

[@DavidWilliams-nd8gb]

Ryan Walkinshaw take a bow. Thank you guys for showing us that.This show must be on TV soon.

[@formulafish1536]

Whilst I don't really rate Walkinshaw as team principal, what he has done with HSV and Walkinshaw Performance, especially since the closure of Holden emphasises why the business was left to him. He is an incredible businessman and clearly knows what he is talking about! And I love that he employs Australians and supports Australian businesses! My respect for Ryan has massively grown since watching last and this episode!!

[@hooter7003]

FormulaFish15 WELL SAID FF

[@KaneTerry]

Totally agree, while a fan of his team the factory & his vision is outstanding

[@craighardiman144]

Well said, such an Aussie success story

[@k.whiking4372]

Well said, this really opened my eye's. 60 -70 hrs to convert a Ram 1500, truly impressive. Total respect for Ryan and what he has achieved.

[@davidmorris2196]

Thanks gents for another great presentation I bought a 2018 HSV 2 SS Camaro and have not looked back, HSV have done a fantastic job.

[@paulnichols9592]

Fantastic insight into a great success story that is Walkinshaw Automotive. As Ryan says, it was born out of a very sad time in the Australian vehicle manufacturing sector. Well done Gent's great story, and well done Walkingshaw and his team for committing to continuing the great heritage of specialist vehicle manufacturing in Australia.

[@fatsolutions]

Never ever watched an episode before, and I’ve watched back to back episodes this one and LP’s!

[@tobystent]

Please don’t put music over the hot laps! We want to hear the cars!

[@stevennaday3294]

Fantastic episode guys. Ryan is a credit to Aussie diversity, faced with the possibility of not having a business in the automotive industry he has done incredibly well to not only find a niche in the market but to expand in an industry that doesn't exist in this country any more. His father would be extremely proud. Back to you guys, keep it coming, don't worry about how long the shows are because we can always pause the show and come back later ,cheers.

[@Al-pb9fs]

Well done fellas, just finished binge watching your channel. You are the best thing that has happened to Australian motor sport since Bill Woods and Barry Sheene hosted RPM in '97. Free to air and unbiased, keep it up.

[@bluedog1052]

Dick - Hey Barry, how about a sock? Barry - What do I want a sock for?. I like your enthusiasm but I couldn't stand that show personally.

[@Al-pb9fs]

@tone167 That really needs to be on a tee shirt!!.........just imagine Skaif's face when they walk past in the middle of his broad cast :)

[@geirfeste9497]

Just bought a Silverado , very impressed with this tour , great to see someone investing in Australia creating jobs , can’t wait to get my new truck

[@fozz351]

Love the show guys myself and my dad watch it together every episode we come from a go karting background and love the shows... Can we request a interview with Marcos Ambrose one day? We are huge fans thanks guys... David and Ray

[@Wheeznbreezn]

Yes marcos Ambrose interview please

[@beveragessimracing8879]

Check out Rustys Garage Podcast with Ambrose if you haven't already.

[@scottfiske7124]

As a complete Ford nut, I am so impressed because of this episode I would honestly give Walkinshaw a massive shout out. Not because of the Supercars but because of what they are achieving as a company. This is one company Australia should follow with passion and interest. Great work again Enforcer and Dude.

[@richardgutteridge2127]

You guy's are LEGENDS! Every show just gets better! We as fans are very fortunate to have a show like this to watch you are both straight shooters and genuinely like what you do, it shows in every episode. Would you consider going to a drag racing meeting to look at grassroots drag racing like street and strip drag car's. You could look at the lower classes like super street,super sedan and super gas which are all nearly all based on production car's from all makes , to the higher classes like pro stock , super charged outlaws, top sportsman, top alcohol, nitro funny car's and top fuel nitro dragsters. I think it would an education for people to see what goes into all those classes, as well it is pretty exciting to watch how quick these cars accelerate .

[@drothapfel]

Getting better each episode, loved the tour of Walkinshaw & great to see that the Australian auto industry is still alive through the "re" manufacturing process, this will only grow as the Aussie car park changes, great work guys, keep them coming

[@LurkMoar101]

Guys, make these episodes as long or short as you want, we'll keep watching regardless. We're here to hear you guys speak the truth and have our minds blown, we're not going anywhere.

[@robertarchbold8658]

The interview with Ryan and now this have been great. Changes your view on the man

[@-MacCat-]

It has certainly shown him in a light that was previously not that well known. He seems to have paid his dues, know his stuff and be an increasing benefit to Australian employment. All that adds up to someone we should be proud of and support

[@fromjarrod]

That was awesome guys🤘🏾well done to Walkinshaw for hanging tough in automotive industry doing great and creating jobs and supporting local manufacturers👌🏾You da man

[@matthewrafferty4117]

Advertorial or not who cares. This was a great insight into the business that HSV has evolved into. There should be more recognition for business like these that that do so much for the economy. The Larry Perkins interview was also brilliant. Keep up the great work guys!

[@chrisg9050]

That was epic. Can't believe how much work goes into each vehicle. Well done lads

[@69storky]

Ryan has alot going on how does he fit in a race team as well. Full respect for him and all the people you have interview this year . You have made me a fan of this show big time well done boy's and the camera crew as well

[@mattorrz759]

Great stuff guys. An old vid now but certainly helped me understand the quality that goes into Walkinshaw work. Currently looking at the 1500 Silverado. 🇦🇺🤙

[@anthony-me1wu]

Ryan is a great ambassodor to this country, he is doing something very very special and we all should support him. Good on you Ryan

[@anthony-me1wu]

@pete smyth I didnt say hes an Australian Patriot . I said hes an ambassador to this country. There u go I fixed it for you

[@bjgtrev1970]

Great episode , this has given me some real respect for Ryan . What a great Australian Bloke. Helping to keep our people in jobs from an amazing company. I hope that Aussies can afford to keep it going.

[@tony66au]

The smiles and grins on the Boys in the Track piece say it all and its backed up by the lap times.

[@michaelgleeson1198]

A great interview with Ryan Walkinshaw about the manufacturing of the left to right hand drive vehicles and in two episodes I've learnt more about Ryan Walkinshaw than I ever knew and clearly he's a good businessman. I think you are both right about Motorsport you can't take six months to develop a part for the car it's a get done this week test it on the weekend at the race track because Motorsport is about winning races.

[@craggill9354]

Yep, another great episode lads, Ryan Walkinshaw stand tall, your knowledge of your business is outstanding.

[@Ade067]

Its 5am here in England and I really should be getting ready to go to work, but that can wait...i'll watch this first!! Awesome show guys, love it.

[@bluedog1052]

Chuck a sickie mate haha

[@Ade067]

@@bluedog1052 Haha, Dont tempt me, i got loads to do today!

[@philanderson2220]

P.S Massive respect to Ryan, Russel and the Dude, i bought into the enforcer Skaife thing but since following this show massive respect to you all, for bringing us gobsmackingly real and interesting content.. sweet as bro's.

[@eppingaccounts9207]

What an episode on HSV. As a workshop owner, I have seeing so many previous Holden customer who say they rather buy a 2 odd years old Mustang and change camps to Ford rather than buy a Camaro because they worry about the conversion done here. This episode would bring customers back for sure, after seeing how it is done. Almost like going for Subway instead of Maccas.

[@Mecalas]

Thanks for the mini-doco there folks. Greatly appreciated. Good to see an Aussie business able to change direction whilst facing possible closure, to not only increase their profitability, but to also possibly rescue former GM and Ford employees from the lousy (IMHO) decisions made by their bosses to close up manufacturing.

[@johnhollingworth1200]

Bloody impressive. Ryan and crew have done an impressive job. I live in darwin. There are so many here now good work

[@Robbie_Wozzlegummich]

Keep it up - gotta be one of the best shows around at the moment. Motorsport and insight into the motor industry.

[@rickmifsud4857]

Every episode gets better and better. Im loving the long videos, give you time to discuss and really work through stories and interviews.

[@auzzieworker5183]

Very enjoyable show. Great interview with Ryan Walkinshaw and I loved the tour. The Camaro looks like a good bit of kit. Paul got into the groove quickly testing it. Russell don't worry, the V8 is here to stay, look at Supercars, no sign of the V6 turbo's and its back to Ford and GM running V8's, maybe it could be renamed V8Supercars.

[@reecedownie8972]

Great insight into The new HSV guys, just a amazing episode.

[@wingoson]

Hi guys another great episode, don't be to worried about the length of the episode's because I know we ain't, especially when it comes to being cut short on details and the depth of the subjects you dive into, it's great and keep it up. Thanks for putting on another great show. Can't wait for the next one.

[@mickDBP]

G'day guys, fantastic vid. An actual behind the scenes walkthrough of a factory like that is fantastic. I don't know of anyone that goes that in depth like you guys do. Also letting your gusts open up, showing their human side allows ppl to respect them more and not throw mud. Your show will grow super cars eventually into what ur should be. Great work guys.

[@LHJC10]

Great episode, incredible effort by Walkinshaw to grow out of the Holden demise

[@anthony-me1wu]

I love how the dudes heart rate was racing still after the run hahah proves how much fun he was having haha The camaro is a beast!

[@simonstone396]

Another great episode, hats off to Walkinshaw, smart cookie and maybe misunderstood in Australia. 👍

[@subasurf]

Hey boys, I'd suggest chucking links in your video descriptions to the businesses that are supporting the show. It makes it easier for us to go check them out and they'll be able to see in their analytics how many page views they're getting direct from your show. Just a thought lads! Love the show!

[@darylnicklen3685]

Ryan Is a Cool Guy With top business who just keeps on growing and Expanding his scope and adapting to change. Please keep in touch with Ryan as new products develop. Great Doco Thanks Russell & Paul The content keeps getting better & BETTER. Best Motoring Channel anywhere. Your right your guests open up to you guys more than anyone else that's trust on what they say is axactly what is reported. Little Aussie follower ....

[@2burning2turning]

What an insight on what walkinshaw actually do. This really highlights what James Courtney said about him the other week, not the best leader of a race team. Excellent video.

[@paulhole6953]

Another great episode boys👍Really enjoying watching! The Camaro needs to be in Supercars taking on the Mustang!

[@Lethal83]

Another awesome episode. Haven’t really followed Ryan to much but now have much greater respect for what he has helped build. Keep up the great work (just drop the music from the hot laps)

[@mkarafi1]

Although being a diehard Ford fan, this is a great story and love to see that manufacturing facilities in Australia are still managing to thrive in the midst of a shut down of the automotive industry. Hopefully this is a good benchmark for other companies to progress in the future. Would love to see you guys run through other similar facilities like Premcar in Melbourne who are doing the Nissan and other trucks!

[@justlookin001]

Definitely not the Tool he is portrayed as, well done Ryan very impressed.

[@hsvhel]

Solid content lads. And thanks to Ryan for the access

[@OverlandAustraliaAdventures]

Horn on a jelly fish, dude so cool! , "A car show with car guys" like vinegar on chips. well done guys love the show

[@andrewslm_boofaproctor4244]

Wow another amazing episode guys real eye opener on what goes into the building of the HSV and Ram. You guys are the best and this show is the best. Have a new look on everything to do with Ryan. Keep doing what your doing and looking forward to the next episode.

[@-MacCat-]

Well done E&TD team, again. Thanks, and please keep it up.

[@phildenman8757]

The Ram trucks look awesome, definitely on my Christmas wish list, awesome show gentlemen, Hugh fan

[@darrenb66]

i am loving your channel and look forward to your videos every week. i have just watched the both of you race stadium trucks on the gold coast. how about a behind the scenes segment on these crazy vehicles. i for one am glad they are back on the grid in Australia, about bloody time

[@7071t6]

i worked for a company who made a lot of rubber and plastic items for Holden Australia ,the company ways called lassett wright, based in Airport west vic. :)

[@SimoCowan2]

Awesome job looking forward to see his new caravan design as they are last century at moment,would love to see hot laps with no music to hear the cars

[@fatman6121]

This was another great vid fantastic to see a brilliant story your not a bad storyteller please keep up the grouse work so from all here to all there Melbourne

[@petermurgatroyd2002]

This is really great to see thank you Enforcer and the Dude.

[@hamishfullerton7309]

Good to see, some type of automotive manufacturing, still going on in Australia, I think the ram should have better realibleity than jeep, a refined Chrysler product made better in Australia, I would have one and not be worried about Chrysler gremlins and it also means your not limited to Thai diesel utes. Apparently fuel economy isn't that bad, with more power and comfort than hilux and ranger, good job Walkinshaw. The amount of work in the vehicle construction is amazing and complex and should be supported in Australia and to pull something together after loosing our industry is impressive.Plus low volume, custom built, high quality product and good point, mention by the dude about footrest room, I sat in a modern converted F150 and it felt like a compromise, when you sat in the cabin, especially with that leg room and footrest

[@stevedriver1476]

Paul and Rusty great drivers Oh my 82 Camaro drives good but the conversion is diabolical.

[@KaneTerry]

Very very interesting, should be more of it, GOOD JOB

[@tomnewham1269]

A couple of actions Ryan did in the past I disagree with. However after watching the last two episodes he sure has gained my respect. I am amazed by his new factory and the amount of work that is required in converting the left hand drive vehicles. Ryan could have easily thrown in the towel after Holden ceased manufacturing and nobody would have blamed him if he had done so. However Ryan and his team have taken on a huge challenge and are reaping the benefits from doing so. Well done.

[@gregscott1722]

Another great show lads. Keep em coming.

[@bradenmckay9576]

bloody awesome guys and what a job Ryan is doing. Bloke needs an OA for what hes doing for our domestic manufacturing capabilities

[@Kraziman27]

No words of wisdom from The Dude as the show closed?

[@lukebattaglia5609]

New found respect for Ryan Walkinshaw

[@tonysilverfox2828]

Still making tyres! Lol The Dude gave it a good thrashing, awesome

[@gjmob]

I remember fitting A/C to new VL Group A Grey Battleships. Only seems like yesterday!

[@tonybrowne2371]

Hey guys, great show. Sadly the one thing I took away was Paul’s comment on zero tolerance and drivers watching the speedo not the road.. Thoroughly agree, the road rule are made by people who don’t drive. Sorry for the rant, keep up the good work.

[@AndrewWS222]

WOW, I had no clue as to the extent of the work done to convert these cars :-)

[@leonkernan]

That armrest looked perfect, Russell was getting plenty of use out of it.

[@ForeverJonStrong]

haha thought the same thing!

[@terrancestennett414]

Great work guys! Really liking the work and insights you both bring to the show. Russ I have known you since karting days back in Colin Moats shed so followed you for a long time. Paul, I must admit was not a fan. Getting to know the real you has been enlightening. Now what I have for you is Respect. Keep up the Great work and maybe Foxtel should look at helping you out.👏👏👏👏👏

[@GarthR]

loved the episode and amazing what they are doing totally changed my thoughts on what they do for a conversion definatly not a hack job all the thought and planning is crazy well done to all involved so keen for a ram now lol

[@jase6827]

this makes feel so good buying one.

[@crunchytheclown9694]

great show fellows binge watched to catch up on the weekend, how about a bit on the s5000 and their recent announcement. PS well done walkinshaw I underestimated their efforts.

[@brianogilvy2200]

One off your best shows thanks

[@bluedog1052]

Saw this bing up on my phone, day off from work watching the Goldy 600 and MotoGP and thought 'fuck it, lets crack a beer and watch this' Thanks boys, haven't watched it yet but I know it's going to be another interesting yarn!

[@gregdunn3977]

Well all I can say .... RESPECT RYAN! Thank you.

[@robinobrien3099]

Good show,two big kids in the lolly shop. One being the naughty child & going where he shouldn't & the other thinking what idea's can I take from here.I like your approach & call a spade a shovel & get on with it . R O'Brien

[@GeoffSeeley]

Seriously good episode guys!

[@hemipaterson2486]

The Dude: "Can I have another go?" Enforcer: "Can I get out first?"

[@-MacCat-]

🤣🤣🤣

[@iansimmons5667]

Grad a six pack it's going to be a long one. Legends the pair of you especially you dude all three Bathurst wins says it all.

[@petermordan8449]

Another brilliant show.

[@JoeyLovesTrains]

The lighting bit fascinates me.

[@l1a146]

Another great episode. I Love the longer episodes. Just one tiny gripe though. We want to hear that big Chevy howling, so could you tone down the music in the hot laps.. 🤣

[@Boomer19771]

good on walkingshaw. even addressing the firewall issue, which I didn't think they would. I wish I could afford one after driving an SS in the states. maybe one day! lol

[@MrTonaluv]

over 200k?

[@Boomer19771]

@@MrTonaluv I think they are like 110 new for an SS but i'd have to check that, still a lot of money

[@Boomer19771]

@@MrTonaluv 2SS about 90k, ZL1 150k

[@danielstevens1382]

Bought my 2019 2SS 93K on road. Worth every dollar.

[@hespie1]

Great show guys. Well done Ryan Walkinshaw and team. I wonder if the Camaro made it to Supercars what it would look like? Another Mustang reshape tragedy?

[@yubnuluhn1]

Ryan cops alot of crap but clearly the Enforcer and the Dude shows he is no idiot. Great show guys and keep up the great work.

[@Dazza-u4c]

Well he loses credibility by calling the RAM a Dodge, Dodge hasn’t had any association with RAM trucks since Oct 2010 when FCA separated them into two completely different manufacturers/ companies.

[@woopimagpie]

It will be interesting to see what happens when Chas is driving for WAU next year. Chas is a driver who takes big risks and pushes to the limit (and often beyond it). He's a bit of a loose cannon on the track. It might be what they need, a driver who can really wring the cars neck and get the best out of it. Either that or he will crash too many times and incur their wrath. I'm hoping for some success, both Chas and WAU need some results, and if they can elevate themselves into a top level team it can only be good for the sport.

[@fredo66able]

I agree James courtney seems to casual and happy to accept defeat

[@mattpartridge7294]

Gotta track a 2019 Mustang GT now guys!!👍👍

[@philliptaylor254]

Absolutely love the show, but please no music on the hot lap, the car and you guys is enough music for my ears. Cheers. Phil.

[@Brockaholic]

Another great episode well done

[@GregCrellin]

Another great video. The Mustang is the same with the centre console and hand brake. Also the bonnet release is in the left hand foot well. Where is the bonnet release on the Camaro? Also what about the indicators? The Mustang atleast has the indicators on the right side of the steering column.

[@Ktmfan450]

Ram and Silverado would amazing as part of the SuperUtes segment Maybe the Ford too

[@mrfishyman]

Just before he even made the au falcon comment I was thinking it 😂😂

[@supertrickyrickyandtheslip1473]

Love the video and it’s has pretty much helped me make my decision about buying a Silverado through these guys but those Rams have some serious alignment issues. Join the FB Australian 1500 Ram groups and have a good search and read of the issues.

[@rileysreview8527]

Boys, another ripper yarn. The behind the scenes access RW gave was great and very valuable PR for the brand. The 2SS is definitely on the list when previously I thought only the ZL1 would do. Well done on another awesome episode. Is there any behind the scenes from the Aussie racers and stadium trucks at GC600 you could package up for the next episode?

[@digitalpixshb]

Great show boys !

[@charlesgrieve4180]

Russell, the last time "the People" or "the Public" designed a car, we got the AU Falcon... nuff said... 😉 👍 🍻

[@EvanOutdoors]

Great show guys!

[@brianpatten3086]

Thanks for entertaining me. Long live EATD. Please keep pushing the CAMS wheelbarrow. Incompetence chokes progression. Did either of you send a card to Tim Schenken celebrating his 76th birthday on September 26th?