First start of Detroit Diesel after rebuild

[@harrygreene8669]

Too many things to like. The raw video of hanging out in the garage. The amazing engine rebuild. The anticipation of more videos. The dogs.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks Harry! :)

[@jayterry7291]

Wow I hadn't heard that sound for 40 years. When you got it dialed in better it almost brought tear to my eye. I spent many hours around this type motor in the US Coast Guard operating small boats for search and rescue in the 70's. Beautiful music to my soul. We had twins and on the reruns back to base I would lay on the engine housing and sleep like a baby. Thanks mate you made a yanks day with this vid.

[@DangarMarine]

Hey mate. I haven't had any history with these motors but I had a very similar reaction. It is such a great sound. Merry Christmas!

[@bogthing1]

The 26'!

[@jayterry7291]

Dangar Marine Merry Christmas to you and yours too.

[@jayterry7291]

Dangar Marine Merry Christmas to you and yours too.

[@anttiroppola4414]

A sweet and unique sound. Better than a V8 petrol motor I reckon.

[@mumblbeebee6546]

Adrian - what a hero! Hooray for the Detroit ticking again. Puppy cuteness. Lovely Sunday morning!

[@cogman62]

mumblbee bee Guy’s a diesel wizard.

[@elywalton7147]

"...take a look with our rear endoscope..." These pearls do not go unnoticed - LOL!

[@nferraro222]

Yeah, I'm stealing that one :)

[@mrc4810]

My kind of startup video. Good choice in leaving the process of startup in because that IS what we want to see. Keep it up.

[@mccallsensei3293]

'Rearender scope' hahahaha. Great post Stu.

[@ladydi4runner]

Sensei McCall Nice catch!👏🏻😂👍Had to pause it to see if anyone else had the ear?! Here we are! 👊🏻😁🤣😂🤣

[@markaoslo5653]

@@ladydi4runner - I caught it, just figured it was an _Ausie_ thing - lol! Cheers-

[@MIKT725]

I thought that's what he said lol, came to the comments for confirmation, thanks!

[@glenbaker5311]

He's good,, can you keep him,, need more diesel guys like him,

[@DangarMarine]

We sure do.

[@joey243win]

Learned a stack from these videos thanks Stu and Adrian!

[@ProjectBrupeg]

What a fantastic rebuild. The sound of a well tuned diesel really is something to get you out of bed (in a good way). Absolutely stoked to see the hard work paying off and what a beautiful engine to push the ole girl along with.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks Damien!

[@RoadhogRNA]

And the mighty Detroit roars to life!!!! Children scream and run away, animals cower and satisfied men get a beer and a smoke!!!! A fine day was had by all!!!!! Merry Christmas !!!!!!

[@DangarMarine]

Merry Christmas!

[@franklindmurphy]

Hahaha that thing sounds awesome. Can’t wait to see it in the boat. That Adrian guy seems like he really saved you a lot of anguish. Good thing you met him.

[@DangarMarine]

For sure. Without Adrian this would have been a story with a very different ending.

[@markaoslo5653]

@@DangarMarine - That may actually be, the best sounding (and, looking) one, I've ever heard!

[@InOppositiontotheNewWorldOrder]

Everybody needs a friend as knowledgeable as Adrian. Having followed your progress for the last 49 videos, I think I was almost as excited as you were about the diesel firing up and sounding like a wet dream. Great job Stu and crew.

[@firstgan114]

Adrians point about the oil in the after credit scene was worth the wait. Great job.

[@DangarMarine]

Good info for me doing the run in. That's the sort of mistake I may have made with this engine.

[@Nodularguy1]

Adrian is a gold mine of knowledge. You got super lucky finding him to help. First class set up !

[@DangarMarine]

Very lucky. :)

[@raykrv6a]

It's hard to find the expertise that Adrian has. Great job. Adrian saved you a lot of grief.

[@DangarMarine]

He did save me a whole heap of grief. I don't want to think about where things would be at now without him.

[@90FF1]

From the comfort of my easy chair, it started as a simple search for a bit of info on the Roots type blower. Although In my 8th & 1/2 decade of life, mechanical things still draw my interest. One of the links took me to Dangar Marine here on YT. Little did I know I would be taken on a journey that would be so enlightening, educational, and entertaining, that I would watch several hours of something I previously not given a moments thought, I will never do, or even need to know. The 'actors', the critters about the work environment, the unpretentious sharing of knowledge gained over years of experience. Camera work, and editing too. I want to especially mention not having to mute the sound if a kid or other sensitive ears entered the room. Thanks for that. The lack of 'adult' language in gearhead videos seems to be a rarity. I can't express how much I enjoyed every minute of the 4-71 rebuild. When she fired up, I shared your joy. Thank you. Wishing you both continued success.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate, I'm glad you've been enjoying the videos. I've met several of my younger viewers at boat shows etc and I would hate for them not to be able to watch along with their parents. :)

[@ryananey7626]

The old Detroit pures like a kitten. I wish I could hang out with these guys for a bit. I could learn so much! Great job gentlemen. Cheers!

[@lpsg405]

I’m happy for you Stu. Not only for having a great running reliable engine, but for having true mates willing to help you along this journey. You are truly blessed. God bless Adrian and his skills.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate. I think it is going to be very reliable in the boat.

[@cornwasher]

Who doesn't love the smell of diesel in the morning? That motor is a thing of beauty!

[@graym22]

When running well, that is a sweet sounding motor

[@sootylum]

Adrian worth his weight in gold. Great work in getting the Detroit up and running.

[@greenmeanie7373]

Had to watch the video twice, had tears in my eyes the first time. Awesome effort mate.👍🏻

[@DangarMarine]

:)

[@waynesmith7410]

Your face when she fired up! It's great to see someone truly enjoy the rewards of their hard work. Been following since the days of the green machine, what a magic moment. Congrats Stu.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks Wayne. It was a great moment. :)

[@gabewhisen3446]

The sound of that engine , YES!!!! Amazing , sounds alot different than my 4-53

[@flick22601]

Don't worry about making your videos too long. We'll watch it all. Also, don't edit too much, it's nice to see the rest of what is going on.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate.

[@oilpond]

Good job,thumbs up for the old man in the beater.

[@DangarMarine]

Hey! He's about my age!

[@seudechrist]

@@DangarMarine yeah right lol

[@jmc0070]

That sounds healthy , glad it’s all together !!

[@zimtuff]

Having your diesel engine start and run perfect for the first time is like making something come alive. Congrats

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate!

[@paulgallagher9734]

Adrian really knows his stuff too.

[@markolav7017]

Watching this on holidays in Cape Town Stu...looks like Christmas came early at Mount Kuringai my friend !! Awesome work. ..Yo Adrian.....we did it !

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks Mark. Enjoy your holiday! :)

[@waikikin]

Beautiful to watch that careful competence of experienced trades, absolute gold & the true wealth of our country.

[@dalewhite5068]

Amazing how much better you looked after that engine got tuned and running so well. When you started the vid, I thought it was your ghost doing the opening sequence. Glad that motor is running so flawlessly, you've earned this win.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks Dale.

[@toddstidham8374]

It sounds great! Amazing how a perfectionists touching and tweaking can make these things sing!

[@teenaramsay2469]

See the latest vid after the second rebuild...the second rebuild done properly by Adrian! kzbin.info/www/bejne/janZlpmKeaaCkMk

[@joecucch8261]

The value of a great diesel mechanic is what makes Good things happen !! Great video !!

[@mikedillon6233]

This guy was really a godsend on that Detroit Diesel!

[@DangarMarine]

Sure was.

[@joey243win]

The convo at 18.23....I love workshop banter...... watching this is like being at work

[@KitLaughlin]

Coopers should be sponsoring you, Stu. Very natural product placement there.

[@philuresky2993]

it's always reassuring to have blokes around who know their stuff, she's getting close now mate...... can't wait to see the boat move under her own power.

[@DangarMarine]

For sure, I'm so glad I called Adrian in for the final stage.

[@jb9090]

Once tuned sure sounds sweet

[@mickfisch96]

Well done Stu and Adrian. Sounds great.

[@errolwilcox747]

Wow, goes to show how critical a good tune is for proper performance. Never ceases to amaze me how many people spend thousands on rebuilds and parts, then won't even tune the damned thing properly...good job Stu and Adrian.

[@DangarMarine]

Yes, seems like starting with the tune is the way to go.

[@dongorsegner4607]

Woooo hooooo the Detroit lives, so awesome to see the project coming together. Good for you Stu.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks Don!

[@Cameron_D]

Best smoke machine I've seen EVER. Great job guys.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks Cameron.

[@markbetz]

Congrats Stu, that smile on your face said it all. Nice to see the detroit ticking like a watch again.

[@Hyperdrive2]

Nothing like the smell of burnt diesel in the morning.... Well done.

[@20jpb]

What a great Christmas present! You can keep all your jingling bells and carols, the sound of that engine running was the best music ever. Well done and I'm happy for you that it all came together beautifully and without incident. Hats off to your Perkins expert! Looking forward to seeing her installed and pushing the boat. Great job and Seasons' Greetings from Ireland.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate. It was a sweet sound. :)

[@StonyRC]

Fantastic job guys. What a total thrill to see her coming back to life.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate.

[@cenkaetaya]

Man its really great to see you start that thing up after all this work.

[@liftmanleigh]

Video left me with a huge smile on my face. So pleased for you. The Detroit sounds great, and nice to see the gearbox turning too. Huge props to Adrian for his expertise and his way of describing what he was doing too. Now waiting for the great mating of hull to motive power!

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate. Can't wait to go for the first cruise. :)

[@adventure002006]

Great to see first run of the motor after all these months of rebuild. Impressive improvement in exhaust smoke by the Diesel whisperer.

[@axeman6560]

How good is it to have some one like Adrian to be there with you on this build! Champion. Must be your shout later.

[@DangarMarine]

For sure, couldn't have done it without him.

[@lukestrasser]

Congrats on having the 4-71 back running in top nick Stu! It was in sad shape before with all of its corrosion. Great work!

[@lloydprunier4415]

Great bunch of mates you have there! The pup would have got a real surprise if he was left alone to chew on the exhaust pipe!

[@Stoutguy]

Awesome result, so good having someone who is dialled in on the particular thing youre working on, especially when youve spent that much money on it, a real peace of mind. Amazing how much a decent tune cleaned the emissions up. Cant wait to hear it under load!

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate. A good tune up does make a huge difference, for sure.

[@tommoores1531]

The engine sounds great, I enjoyed watching Adrian work, he really knows what he is doing, makes it look easy

[@DangarMarine]

I enjoyed watching him too. He is very accurate and detail focussed. His knowledge is amazing.

[@santiagovaldez4237]

Very excited how after all these re building videos it finally comes alive and works awesome!! Great sound, smokes much less than expected.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate. :)

[@johnrice4307]

You mentioned not doing much editing for a more like being there kind of natural-feeling video, and you definitely accomplished that with me. With the addition of smell-a-vision (substitute a drop or two of WD-40 and/or your favorite reducer/thinner and you'd take me back in time 50 years or so, when I was taught automotive skills by people like Adrian--who I now regard as a diesel-tuning savant). Adrian with-out-a-doubt has his tune-up sh*t together, big time. That engine sounded oh, so sweet when he finished dialing it in, and without it belching even a tiny bit of smoke, too. (Finding a worthy prop might be a problem, though.) What a treat it was to hear his informative, matter of fact explanations. Brilliant!

[@davebrittain9216]

It is a great feeling the first time you start up a project engine!

[@cyberspooky]

There are still people out there like Adrian that have a wealth of knowledge and are happy to share 😎 I found that very informative Stu 👍

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate, he was a God sent to this startup.

[@chrislangdell117]

@@DangarMarine Adrian seems to have gained a wealth of priceless knowledge. Knew this motor like the back of his hand. Adjusting and tuning to factory specs and settings without a service manual. Thats one mechanic I would love to work along side of for a few years or few months. Alot of knowledge shared in this video. Leaving it unedited was the best idea.

[@TRADERnel]

Wow Adrian's is an ace in that motor, that motor sounds so sweet can't wait to see that in the boat and chugging along I think we're all going to celebrate when it runs in that boat thanks Stu my day is complete

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate. Not long to go now!

[@TODDFINK1]

This vid is Aussie heaven. Beer, Detroit's, Subarus, Utes, and both metric and imperial measurements being used. Love you guys! Great job on that rumbler!

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate. :)

[@bryanguess91]

Wow - first time start, you must be stoked with how that went and then running super smooth once tuned up.

[@dbayboyds409]

Late to the party but bloody great to see the beast running!

[@paulaherring2786]

That was a fast turn around on solving all of those issues. Amazed we are getting this vid this early. You will be bolting her in before long!

[@DangarMarine]

Won't be too long now.

[@rossprivate5456]

we wait all week for your video Stu , we dont mind if its a long video , editing or not thankyou !

[@Hoaxer51]

Wow, nice job, really sounds good! Stu, even with what you know, working with Adrian and watching (helping) him fine tune that Detroit Diesel really adds to the experience level that might be needed when you least expect it! One step closer!

[@Sopwithcamel44]

One of the most satisfying vids in all the land. Cheers on getting to this points - anxious to see it in the trawler!

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate. :)

[@grantpit1]

as i have been watching your videos from the start it was great to hear that engine purr and even my wife was in the other room cheering lol

[@paulgallagher9734]

All went really well! Congratulations Stu. You must be very pleased.

[@DangarMarine]

Very. :)

[@douglasjohnson8820]

Ran 71 Detroit's for a year on the Perfume River and Cua Viet River in I Corp RVN..Hearing that distinctive Detroit sound does take me back as a 19 year old Engineman just trying to keep it wired tight. GREAT VIDEO.

[@invisablesoul4814]

Congratulations one step closer to having her done wish I could be there to watch.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate.

[@wtfwtfwtf7477]

Congratulations mate The fear on your face pre start was priceless haha Well done ....

[@171apples171]

11:00 valuable info on increasing the max RPM. Ive been wondering how that was done. Thank you.

[@stevecraig3004]

What a beautiful moment when that Detroit comes to life; it brought tears to my eyes knowing the amount of blood sweat and tears involved in making that happen. Kudos to all of you! ... I'm off to buy a genuine Dangar Marine shirt now... keep up the good work! And best of luck!

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks Steve. :)

[@ladydi4runner]

Me too! Xmas present for Moi! 😆👍🤣

[@manuelstarr3602]

How sweet it is.... It's purring so sweetly I feel like giving it a cuddle.....Good job. It will give you confidence out on the water.

[@jerm870]

It's alive and sound amazing, Looks amazing and am holding my breath until it is in the boat. That has to be a life-changing moment.

[@darrylnelson6264]

Your guy Adrian is a wizard! He got that puppy purring. Wait, puppies don't purr. He IS a wizard!

[@williamlanark3038]

Got to be a real sense of satisfaction to see/hear that engine come back to life. Well done lads!

[@jonoedwards4195]

Unreal Episode! Looks an Sounds like a Beauty. Great Stuff DM.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate!

[@cletusgaming6108]

Got to love that Detroit 71 series sound had the 6-71 in the US Navy when I was in

[@chuckebaker]

Beautiful purring monster! So cool to see it running after all these weeks!

[@tomthumb1941]

CONGRATULATIONS, Stu, the engine sounds great, you must be very excited.

[@NC700_68]

absolute cracking job there mate! the sound is music to my ears :) overall very impressive job. much respect for having the balls to take the project on like you did.

[@ionracer24]

Fascinating!! So much more goes into mechanical injection than just plugging an electrical connector in and hoping it squirts.. Awesome vid brother, Adrains knowledge is invaluable! Artist at work..

[@johngillon6969]

I had the same problem with that stripped bolt on your engine. I think it got stripped because someone put too long a bolt in that hole and it bottomed out and the threads were aluminum to start with. I noted the problem before i put the head on the engine. I catually tapped the hole with a 1/2-20 then inserted a home made insert which was about 3/8 long with 1/2 20 threads on the outside and the threads of the bolt on the inside. so locktite the thread in the aluminum end plate and make sure that you don't put too long a bolt in. I love my little detroit diesel. I find it a marvel and a wonderfull work of engineering. My engine was made in 1938 and parts for it are everywhere, and mechanics love to talk about those GM 71 series two strokes.

[@DangarMarine]

In this case we are going to drip and tap and go up one bolt size, but I like your solution!

[@NorthernBirdBoy]

Great vid, amazing to see the difference between pre/post tuning with the smoke at the exhaust. Looking forward to the install in the boat.

[@RomanovDK]

Stellar result. Beer is well earned. Have two and reflect on what you have achieved over the last year.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate. :)

[@ImnotChuck.]

Most excellent. Amazing how the smoke went away when everything was set properly. Let's go cruising.

[@davidcraddock9843]

Good onya Stu, what a great end to a very busy year. Looking forward to your vids in 2020. Merry Christmas from South Australia.

[@rickswanberg4995]

Hope the owners of those two vehicles in the shop like "eau-du-Detroit".Congrats on the first start, love the sound of a Detroit, had 2 of them in my boat.

[@bigmac965]

Wow, Stuey, you sound like heck! Can't wait to hear this Detroit run!

[@stevenpierno9793]

Hello Dangar Marine: Just wanted to say good luck with the rest of the build! I myself cannot wait to see the engine in the boat, and the boat powering on down the river! loved the entire build and hope the boat is coming along the way you want it to.Very glad you rebuilt the two stoke Detroit Diesel and hope it does well for your application.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate. I'm happy I stuck with the Detoit too.

[@grosseileracingteam]

Merry Christmas Stu. Now you know why us Detroit fans from Detroit love the sound of a Detroit. Nice job on the rebuild.Looks and sounds great.Thanks for posting.

[@micknoname6466]

I’m never going to have to rebuild a motor myself but hell, watching you tie everything together was absolutely fascinating. And hell, how bloody handy is Adrian??? Them’s some proper skills! Great work guys..

[@sketcheddraftingdesign6093]

Well done Stu !! Must be super rewarding !! Love your work

[@davidwoods4366]

Well done Stu,the smile on your face said it all,awesome

[@DangarMarine]

It's still there. :)

[@mitfreundlichengrussen1234]

what a healthy-sounding thing - I wish both of you great health.

[@kevlarandchrome]

IT'S ALIVE!!! Hot damn, she sounds good Stu! Guys like Adrian are worth their weight in gold. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and yours.

[@DangarMarine]

Thanks mate, they sure are. Merry Christmas!

[@dorflonnigan4413]

Congrats on getting the engine running, it sounds good. Can't wait to see it in the boat

[@bonzokaye]

After all that smoke I was looking sideways at Adrian but then he made the adjustment ......that’s experience hey it sounds cool can’t wait to see the wake

[@DangarMarine]

Me either!

[@mobilrz]

Fantastic achievement Stu. Sounds like the Detroit has plenty of power.