Ford 302 Tear Down And Inspection! Can It Be DIY Rebuilt? BIG Surprise!

[@Mazakine68]

PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE do more of this type of 'At home in your shop' video! Love this! Thank you.

[@aminorityofone]

I would also like this, but maybe as a second channel.

[@2022cjk]

@@aminorityofone honestly people are saying this because the poor guy is running day in and day out. We all love the revivals but also don't want derek to get burned out more than he is already.

[@aminorityofone]

@@2022cjk Probably unpopular opinion, Derrick is an adult, he will know when to pause. If not, that is on him. We fans are quite vocal that its okay to slow down and/or take a break. At the same time, this is a job. We should all look up to him with his work ethics. He is after all self employed, he can start work when he wants and stop when he wants.

[@docsmallblock6584]

​@aminorityofone With something such as a KZbin channel, ya gotta make that money while you can! Could be gone tomorrow?

[@PizzaMan-ItsaRomethingeveryday]

My thoughts exactly 💯

[@mtbarkansas2102]

A 2 hour Vice Grip video on a friday evening is possibly the best thing that can happen to a feller.

[@MaxbeeVR]

That’s funny that’s what I was thinking! Victory outdoor service , then the immediate next video VGG!

[@beedalton9675]

Don't forget the ice cube juice aka a beer a vgg

[@keithtobin2354]

@@mtbarkansas2102 vice grip movie night

[@robertpimpo4698]

Your not kidding

[@saginawdan]

I can think of other things, but this is a family channel 😅

[@RealMakoi]

I’m 71 and I probably won’t ever rebuild another engine, but I really enjoyed watching this episode. Thanks!

[@12x2richter]

Heck, that's no excuse. Just don't try to lift it yourself.

[@melterofsnowflakes]

The only channel where I see a two hours video and do NOT skip any of it. Thanks, Derek.

[@RMonkey]

What about bathroom breaks and snack time, I just started and I need some popcorn or spaghetti.

[@_wallnutz_]

He puts too many adverts in his videos. I end up going back over to Rumble.

[@bluealiencomics]

@@_wallnutz_ Yeah, pretty hard to count to 5 and click skip.

[@paulreints2279]

@@_wallnutz_but KZbin premium. Zero ads. Worth every penny.

[@damianjackson9084]

​@@_wallnutz_cry me a river it's free and you can skip adverts

[@feron450]

Derek I grew up watching hot rod power block and all those shows. I want you to know that you are my son’s Saturday morning car show now. Thank you for helping me get him hooked on cars!

[@ViceGripGarage]

That's awesome! I'm glad you and your son enjoy the videos.

[@caryorban8322]

​@@ViceGripGaragethank you Derek for your very hard work, your content & teaching us!! Your mine & my son's inspection & #1 show every week! God bless you & your family bud

[@robertfogarty3253]

I'm working on a 77 f250..and my now 6 yr old grandson has been helping half his life LOL

[@KOrnhOliO1]

​@@ViceGripGarageWe ALL do! 💙

[@randyc4959]

He most certainly could spend his teen age 'fun money' on stuff that is a lot riskier, possibly illegal. And a car won't go out with someone else behind his back.

[@xWilson21x]

After watching your videos, it finally convinced me that I (being somewhat mechanically inclined) could pull my work cars motor 3800 series 2 v6 and do an overhaul/refresh/make it quit pouring and burning oil. Thanks for taking the time to walk us all through this stuff. I had her out and took my time, after working all day, and had it back in about a week of evenings. I would have never done it without you after my father passed but I just have to say thank you again for inspiring a feller to get back in the garage to try something new.

[@12x2richter]

You might also check how much a low mileage junkyard one is. Years ago I had to rebuild a 4 cylinder 2.0, and found I could get one with 40k miles on it for $400. That way I could keep driving the car while I rebuilt the lower mileage motor.

[@paullandvik6467]

Right on brother I'm thinking about doin a rebuild on my 3800 also

[@adambullock1858]

Anyone else not in a Friday mood until the new VGG drops?

[@thestonedhedge77]

Yeah Buddy ! I'M right there with you. I can't wait until I get the notification of the new upload from VGG !

[@shanehoward1130]

Agreed

[@keithtobin2354]

VGG and Stay Tuned have been my Friday staple for awhile now

[@Stitch_Mfs]

3 things make it a Friday mood... VGG, stay tuned, a little grind hard and alot of cold snacks 😂😂

[@anthonygitto9198]

Same but Saturday morning for my country

[@2022cjk]

Thumbs up for more videos of a guy at home working on his projects. 👍

[@1mustardtiger]

Thumb.

[@chuckpaxson1501]

How about the "Stink-eye" look at that piston. Cracked me up.😝

[@docsmallblock6584]

Wish I had a shop like that! My ol lady would never see my arse!

[@XeroStateLIVE]

I love how Derek just does things and somehow unintentionally teaches a million people how to rebuild an engine. Once in a lifetime talent.

[@Zman817]

Derek, I just wanted to throw this out there. I really like when a guy does revivals. But... I enjoy seeing shop videos more. This is a response to when you guys did the livestream and folks were saying more revivals. It's awesome to see you working on these old rigs at home too. Keep the dream alive man.

[@blackterminal]

I enjoy the road trips more. I like to see the work with limited tools and the countryside.

[@NaruSanavai]

@@blackterminal I quite enjoy both. Y'know, a guy isn't gettin' any younger, and the cars that are legitimately _worth_ reviving aren't increasing in number (though, it is cool to see him get something running, with basic tools, against all odds). Just need a little more balance.

[@jangles1839]

Heck... I just enjoy seeing Derek being... well.... Derek! Just a guy who loves doing guy things! I don't mind seeing anything he does because he's doing exactly what us regular dudes do in our own personal worlds and that's my entertainment in his videos. Not to mention the wealth of knowledge I've gained from his enjoyment in sharing it! 💙👊🏼🙏🏼

[@christopherdreisbach1288]

I’ve been wrenching for 25+ years but never had the confidence to do a full rebuild. You just gave a feller some confidence to find an old engine and give er a shot.

[@ViceGripGarage]

That's the spirit!

[@WouterB76]

Just go for it!

[@cheapamotorsports6333]

It's not nearly as hard as some people make it out to be.

[@ColesCarRevival]

@@cheapamotorsports6333 id argue it depends on the motor. these old V8's yeah pretty easy but once you get into some of the new motors with timing chains, chain tensioners, variable valve timing, cam phasesr, and what not theres a lot more to know

[@frederickjeremy]

One of the old n series ford tractors is a gem to learn on, simple, dime a dozen, parts are easily available and inexpensive, and you get the satisfaction of saving some old iron from the scrap yard, breathing new life into it so that it may put in another 80 years of faithful work.

[@SkitScape]

Been subscribed since you had 40k subs. I just wanted to say I'm so proud of you Derrick and the life you live and what a beautiful loving family you have. You've gotten me through some hard times.

[@JakeWeddle-zo4xv]

As a not so mechanical guy who was really wanting to rebuild his 302 I found this extremely informative. Thank you!

[@DakarRaider]

Go for it!

[@seangallagher455]

Mr. Vice Grip, please understand that we the real fans of your channel know that you deserve everything that you have and will definitely not lose us. I feel the voice change every time you have to explain how cheap or not that expensive or where you got it. The vehicles you build, buy, rescue are amazing and money should never have to be talked about when you enjoy what you do. The people need to understand that entertainment is all it should be about when you are watching. Don’t change please just because some people are whining about you growing and making a name for yourself. You sir are a great idol for the young ones getting into vehicles.

[@54inches]

Amen.

[@jangles1839]

Couldn't have said it better myself! I agree 💯!

[@seangallagher455]

@ can you not read. It’s entertainment purposes only!

[@FrostBite3232]

@@seangallagher455 He is both entertaining and educational. Derek's channel has always been about getting a car you want and driving it on a budget. I do think your original comment is wholesome and I agree with it. The man deserves all the success, he works his butt off all the time and all of us has the luxury of enjoying it. For me personally, I liked his older content more because it was more "I bought this vehicle because i love it, it's rough, but I'll figure out how to drive it home" where as now "I bought this sight unseen and need to get it home because I've got other things I have to get done" due to his schedule being so tight. His schedule is tight because of all the jobs he has now, where as before, it felt like he was just an average fella working with what he had. More people can relate to the older videos. I don't believe that many fans is shaming his success. Derek is a a amazing man and I thank him for all the content he has provided us.

[@RichieRouge206]

Very well said

[@JohnBullard-i3w]

Hey Derek, I'm a mechanic who's been to school and your videos just helped me more than any class iv taken. Thank you sir.

[@HamnerC10]

Probably a very unpopular opinion, but I enjoy build videos in the shop more than revivals. And that goes for an youtube channels I watch. I guess because revivals are repetitive checking for spark, fuel, and fixing brakes. I’m sure you enjoy the time at home also. Anyway no matter what you do I’m going to watch and support!

[@rayvoorhies7180]

The KZbin shop videos are very good. Roadworthy still has a lot of will it run and drives. They have a bigger budget to replace parts.

[@markeastburn3818]

These are better than most shows on Motor Trend

[@MidwestFarmToys]

@@HamnerC10 I agree. I watch the intro and walk around but end up skipping thru most of the "getting it to run" portions coz it's kind of the same for everything. I will stop if something interesting seems to be going on but other than that I just fast forward to when it's running and see how it sounds and move along

[@12x2richter]

@@MidwestFarmToys I view the "Getting it running" as inspiration more than education, unless it happens to be the exact same car I'm working on. Working on a project car can be discouraging and daunting looking at the work that needs to get done, but I see Derek take some weird old car someone built out of cardboard 30 years ago and get it running and drive to the gas station working in a field and I go "Ok, obviously it's not as hard as it seems like it is." It does a good job hammering home the basics though through repetition.

[@rm25088]

nah revives are the way to go. The builds I can care less about. At least the old junkers he drives home are somewhat affordable.

[@jeffdiehl8394]

Great video! I build small block Ford's for the past 30+ years, love them. easy to work on, lighweight and they fit in your pocket! couple things I noticed on the teardown which was full of awesome detail work. thank you! I think enough people commented on the rear flange bolt pattern, it's not symmetric the #4 piston skirt looked cracked - most of the 60's&70's Ford cast pistons would start cracking there at the skirt, eventually causing an odd knock sound. Most V8's from the 70's did, ran lean, ran hot, etc. Most any carbureted engine from back in the day will have lots of top cylinder wear, thick rings, fuel mixture going rich then the carb wears out, those plastic timing gears wearing out, timing chain stretch causing the cam to run retarded & running hot. had a 74 302 block that only cleaned up at .060 over! on the block, please have it decked as they head gasket surfaces are all over the place and if it did run hot they will be all over. as for pistons, the H273CP sealed power will run will, better but more money is a set of H120CP - better compression height, thinner rings and a good cast piston that's upgraded. on the heads, those are the 69cc nominal chamber late 70's either a D7 or D8OE. a set of early(69-75) 351 windsor heads will be much better, even the 87-95 E7TE mustang/F150 heads will be better in flow and only a 60cc chamber. the GT40 (3 bars) head would be really good, a gt40P has a relocated spark plug that may interfere with your headers. Lastly - that rear crank sensor was late 70's for either emissions/timing control with that funky DuraSpark ignition or maybe feedback for the autolite 2150 or the Variable Venturr carbs they started using back then. sorry for the book! love the content, just lending some knowledge. Jeff

[@nliquide1]

Awesome info man !

[@sometimesleela5947]

Great info. Still trying to straighten out a 79 302 that the machine shop screwed up long ago. It's hard to find a good machine shop; you either get young well-meaning kids with no experience or old crusties that get pissy when asked to do anything out of their routine. Also, I really think Derek's motor was an original 78k, just worn heavily by dirty oil and with heavy deposits that made removal of lifters & valves hard. That OE nylon timing gear would never make 178k.

[@gagebailey4733]

Glad someone mentioned the heads. Just about the worst heads that ever came on a sbf. Aluminum heads are so cheap now a days compared to machining a set of iron heads.

[@JMKady76]

Thanks for the info on the crank sensor, never seen that setup and it was gonna drive me nuts wondering.

[@hetzlerracing5490]

@@gagebailey4733 I think they were the worst heads Ford ever stuck on a small block. Small ports, small valves, big chambers, nothing about that is good. I just tossed a set of D7 heads in the trash instead of trying to use them on a mild build 351W. I've done a little head porting in my day, and the amount of work it would have taken just to make those heads "less miserable", was massive. So I tossed em, and bought a set of small valve AFR Enforcer heads so they would work with the factory cast pistons.

[@Lithandrill]

I love how Derek has such a goofy "Good enough" personality and then at the same time is a great teacher. Very educational and fun to watch!

[@WarrenGarabrandt]

This is the best video I've seen talking about how to rebuild one of these engines, what kinds of things to look for, and how to validate parts before reusing them. This is the kind of deep knowledge that can typically only be obtained by a decade of experience in the field. The way you present the content in an accessible way that everyone can understand, and keep us entertained at the same time is obvious evidence of a real gift that you have for communication. Thanks for all you do!

[@jayztools4038]

YUP!!

[@chrissmith6147]

I see you made it to that 2 million mark here VGG, congrats!

[@byrongilbert3720]

i love your engine content. its like watching a surgeon explaining what hes doing during an operation. i sometimes go back and watch the 307 build.

[@michaellee6489]

Derek, I dig watching your technical content just as much as your entertainment content. You really break it down so it's (relatively) easy to comprehend. Thank you for all you do for the internet and car culture community. Your channel truly is a class act and is inspiring a whole new generation of automotive enthusiasts around the freakin' world! Thanks again.

[@timscott1066]

Derek, I just want to say thank you. I noticed you spent an entire 2 hour video over a few days, by yourself, showing all of us fans how to potentially do at home what most of us don't know how to do, and you did it while being away from the rest of the family, for our benefit. This just solidifies why you are the best KZbin car guy out there. I appreciate all the things you've done to show us regular folk how we can do things that sometimes we don't even realize we can do in our own garages. That takes a great amount of heart, and personal sacrifice, and I just want you to know that at least this fan recognizes that. God bless you and your family. Hopefully one day I can shake your hand and tell you all this in person.

[@darrellB.]

Very well said!

[@timscott1066]

@darrellB. thanks. I'm just putting into words what so many of us are thinking. Absolutely this is the best channel on the web.

[@a25255t]

Flywheels and flex plates also only go on one way on a Ford. The bolt pattern is not evenly spaced, so you have to spin the plate/wheel to align the bolt holes with the holes on the plate/wheel and then put it on. It only goes on one way. :) I love watching your videos and I LOVE your sense of humor! keep doing projects like this.

[@bgee461]

You did an outstanding service for the younguns talking about measuring up a block. Engines are simple, just a bit of math and geometry

[@dwr1952]

Good to see a video like this . That is what I liked the most about your older videos. Time was taken to show the whys and hows to do engine rebuildling. Thanks Derek for taking the time to teach. Look forwardn to the second half.

[@ShanesGettingHandy]

Ditto, I miss these style videos. I feel like I learnt sumthin', actually, a lot of sumthin's. Thank you!

[@powertripper888]

As an armature car repair person, I appreciate the way you went through the pistons and crank shaft. Thank you.

[@natejohnston5730]

These tear down and rebuild vidyas are a fellas favorite. I love seeing revivals get back on the road , but these kind I learn so much more

[@DakarRaider]

This Ford fella is happy with this episode! First engine I ever rebuilt was a 302 in a 1976 Granada (pretty much this exact thing). Bringing back memories.

[@darenwarren7065]

Mine was 75 Granada 302!

[@docsmallblock6584]

I'm sorry.😅

[@nedryerson1137]

Same here! Those Granada's has some Pep. For a Carl Malden kinda, Streets of SF kinda car. Took it out of that car and it went into a 1956 F-100.

[@DakarRaider]

​@@docsmallblock6584😂 it was a great engine in a good car...just reeeeal ugly, lol

[@charlesparr1611]

This is one of your very best teaching videos, I hope you do some more of these on things like suspension components, transmissions, steering stuff. Teach us what wears out, how to tell, and then how to fi it... Thanks Derek, you rock.

[@95TurboSol]

I love the in depth teaching, that and the great humor is why I watch this channel!

[@EthanA1122]

I love seeing you tear down an engine...it is fascinating and I can't wait for the 351 Cleveland.

[@brycens_garage]

I'm 6 months into an apprenticeship at a machine shop. Loved the details on all the tools that I see in the shop everyday! Taught me a few things a guy didn't know. 😎

[@davemccoy57]

I watch a lot of different videos but never laugh as much as I do with yours Derek. You are truly a gem.

[@gonzomlynarczyk6446]

Derek, the way you go about things is so helpful and comforting. I just got my 86 M1008 up and running after having the motor explode 2 1/2 years ago! I drove it around my yard at midnight last night. Whenever I would lose confidence and fret endlessly about some tiny detail I would watch one of your videos and be reassured that I’m not flying to the moon, this stuff is really pretty basic. Just keep the feet moving. Now I have a running and driving truck that still needs a ton of patch panels. Just like 2 1/2 years ago! I love it! Thank you so much! You are super appreciated! Love ya, brother!

[@bengone3349]

This king of information is so valuable to so many of us gear heads. Thanks Derek! Looking forward to the next one.

[@carlhall1880]

I have been watching you channel for a few months now and I have learned a lot you are such a good teacher with the right amount of funny mixed in and this video didn't disappoint loads of information thanks !

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thanks so much, welcome to the channel

[@HighRevNation]

2 MILLION subscribers! Makes a good reason for a guy to sit back and enjoy a celebratory beer and enjoy a great Ford 302 teardown!

[@quickdeuce]

Couldn't a said it any better my own doggoned self 🙂 2M,, head'n for 3!

[@jnsent]

I assembled vehicles for 32 years. I will not be rebuilding an engine, but I think that this is the most informative video ever!! Thank you.

[@allmightydeath457]

I love seeing you in a field doing a revival buttttt there's nothing better than seeing a feller working in his own shop workin on rigs that are dear to his heart surrounded by people that are dear to a fellers heart. Im here for it

[@paulreints2279]

A guy has learned more about engines and cars in general from you than a lifetime of car guy wrenching. It’s great you’re able to keep us glued to the channel while being at home too. Keep up the great work, Sir!

[@FilamentFriday]

Great explanation. For the price of the machine shop service and the amount of time invested in building the engine, it’s almost always worth just sending those parts to the machine shop. Then you know your building from a near perfect starting point.

[@DouglasA-c9b]

My friend I'm 68 years old. And i understood every word you used. And I'm just 1:40 minutes in. Thank you ¡

[@Shaqsonville]

My god. 10 seconds in and I know it's time to settle down for a 2 hour jaunt. I've wanted this truck in my garage since it was rescued. Every car should look like this. It's stunning Hey Derek, I appreciate you

[@andytaylor1588]

I measure aerospace parts for a living with 30 yrs experience. Your measurements were reasonably accurate. And your tolerances were adequately covered by your instruments. I wouldn't torture my instruments in a vise, but I do understand that setting up a bore gauge is sometimes tricky. Good job. I learned a lot from your 302 teardown. It brought back memories for me as I rebuilt one to replace the 289 HP that I grenaded in my 65 Fairlane 500 during a street drag race in my stunned youth.. It was interesting getting that one sorted out, as the 289 had a road tube. Starting out, I had a lot of gasoline in my oil, until I eventually installed a dodge style PCV valve.

[@brendanflanagan6133]

The only channel that I’ll spend 2+ hours watching in one sitting! Thanks for the content.

[@rickhaymond3477]

Super great video , you explain it so everyone will understand it . I did a 68 302 mustang using a Chilton manual and the local library . There were no cell phones or Google at that time . Had a machine shop do the work . Reassembled everything using a wheelbarrow for my stand . Which made it easier to get it back to the car . And a old swing set for a hoist . Yes any one can do this. Even easier with today's technology . Wish i had a guy like you then . Keep up the great vids . I can't wait for the next vid . Thank you very much . Thanks to the family also .

[@gregorybarth930]

In about 1972 I rebuilt a ford 292 V8 in a barn with dirt floor, no internet just a parts store with a very helpful old guy at the counter. He didn't like my hair or the way I dressed, but had a big smile when I drove the old Fairlane up to the store.

[@rdh2059]

Absolutely LOVE this longer format, especially with the topic of rebuilding, whether its engines or cars in general. Looking forward to seeing the next part of this engine rebuild!

[@GeorgeAitken-wc7ts]

Great content Derek and well presented. Reminds me of my highschool shop class in the 60's. With that small amount of knowledge I promptly went home and began pulling the head off my 63 Meteor 352 with a burnt valve. Sadly i hadn't been taught the proper way to go about removing the head so I just ripped out all the bolts,pried apart the intake, exhaust and water pump and pulled it out. Fortunately I later learned how to reassemble it properly. That engine later ran for years and the car finally was scrapped because of rust damage. THANK YOU for helping me revisit my youth. Please continue providing your style of delivery and extensive content.

[@mattelissa1]

AWESOME. Love the explanation. You have the voice, patience, personality and everything to be able for a guy to listen and be super interested. Thank you 🙏 looking for to the next video…go for 3 hours, don’t think a guy will mind. Lol

[@pete8128]

Thank you for taking the time going through all the wear parts. Great video, great information. Can’t wait for first start up !

[@MFU.team.4367]

In an endless sea of brake job and carb rebuild videos, it’s nice to see the real in depth engine videos with use of machine tools. Yes not everyone is capable of doing it in their driveway but videos like this help a feller gain the confidence to dig in and learn. Nobody likes going in blind and videos like this are a nice place to start. You really feel like you are learning! Thanks Derek!

[@tlock4616]

One of my best memories is when my brother and I rebuilt the 302 in my F100. I was 17 my brother was 23. Good times.

[@tedbell4416]

Those are the best times 👍🏻

[@RoyCarter-o5n]

This is the best tutorial I have ever seen. I am a body mechanic and fabricator who knows my way around a wrench, but I have NEVER disassembled, rebuilt or reassembled an engine before. This REALLY got me past the fear factor. I now know that I can tackle a rebuild and I am stoked! Thank you very much!

[@calebkarasinski6491]

My almost 2 year old and I look forward to your videos every Friday! He sits and watches all of it and points out all the cars and trucks and engines. Thank you. Keep up the good work!

[@blair56561]

What an awesome example of explaining and showing lifter and cam wear. I really enjoy when you dissect and explain the mechanics of an engine. Thank you Derek!

[@danielsmith9500]

I had a gallon of chem dip. I loved it. Someone broke in my shed while I was working out of state and needed all my stuff more then I did 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@paulanderson4764]

Been watching you for years now, Derek, but this was the best one i've ever seen on block geometry.

[@jefftheaudioguy]

I've done heads and cams basically... entire top ends, but never a full rebuild, so this was extremely helpful. I want to build a high-performance small block, and this was exactly what i needed to see. So... THANK YOU!

[@Bigmike3406E]

I just wanna thank you Derek for all you do and the time it takes and Hard work to get these videos out I understand, but I also want you to understand what a joy it brings me every week and I thank you from the bottom of my heart .

[@xdboardsurfer]

I freaking love this channel. Revivals are awesome, but I love geeking out over engine stuff like this.,

[@dcallan1]

I'm a mechanical engineer and learned more practical information about engines from your patient tutorials. You have the gift for teaching and simplifying. God bless.

[@KlandestineKoala]

FANTASTIC episode! A feller really enjoyed it with Saturday morning coffee.

[@SHO220Z]

On behalf of the rest of us who didn't learn engines in the garage with our fathers, thank you. Please make more of these - I am learning SO much!

[@marvincarter870]

Derek the content in this video is very comprehensive and detailed and easy enough for the handyman to understand. Thank you for walking us through this engine tear down and upcoming rebuild when the block and heads come back from the machine shop. Good video!

[@davidbunnell620]

Yes. Been there. 74 302 in a 1 ton van. 180K miles. Had exact camshaft and lifter wear, amount of sludge, and it actually still ran strong. Also found 8 cracked pistons, probably due to a blown radiator and overheating issue in Ohio, when we drove it to Spokane; 60K miles earlier! It also failed at 69K, when I bought the rig, due to the plastic timing chain gear failure back then. It bent 4 valves, but the pistons survived. Newly redone heads and chain, never came off until the final teardown at 180K. Reason for teardown was oil light flicker at idle, confirmed with a guage. Rebuilt it, including lifters, bearings, .030" over pistons and rings, and block reconditioned and new cam bearings and freeze plugs installed. Heads looked fine. New melling hv oil pump, and it ran like a dream. Put 800 miles on it and then the van body gave out. Brakes, steering, rot, tou know the story. Garaged engine and rebuilt tranny (C4) I did myself, for 20 years for a project that never came. Let the engine go for $400 to a guy in Idaho, and the tranny for $75 to an old hotrodder. Rebuilt it in a dank, dirty garage using basic tools. 302 block was light enough to lift by myself. Loved that motor, but oil starvation was its biggest enemy; especially to the top end.

[@mrmopar70]

One of the best and a greatest refresher videos I have ever watched. Going to have my son watch this so he can get a spot on education on engine wear. Thank you so much, Derek, for what you do!

[@Kevlar220]

Best video in a while and not just because I’m a ford guy! You do such a great job explaining the entire process that it should make anyone feel confident in taking on a rebuild job. Cheers and thanks!

[@ViceGripGarage]

Appreciate that! Glad you found it helpful.

[@apocolypse11]

This was one of the best engine teardown n explanation i ever seen on youtube. He even gives you pointers so u don't waste money trying to be so cheap that it gets expensive, an becomes a fail project.

[@RelentlessRealtors]

This is fantastic, Derek. I haven't worked on a 302 for 30+ years. We built one for a demo derby back in the day, and it turned out to be a fantastic runner. Kept the engine after the car was destroyed. No, we didn't win the derby!!

[@NWSquatch121]

Love the knowledge. Keep it coming so much detail that so many people don't know all the little tips and tricks are so important. Years and years of knowledge no one can learn in one engine build. You have to do this for decades to learn these things. Now, with so much throw away one use things people don't even consider rebuilding anymore. Love this Derrick keep it coming!!!!

[@LarryDempster]

Thanks so Much for this Video ! I have a 1974 F350 with a 390 that has a lotta miles and is burning a lotta blue , but it's a pretty blue . You have given me the inspiration to tackle the job. Larry from Pender Island B.C. Can.

[@40beretta1]

I absolutely love it when VGG does these in-depth engine builds

[@saltyoperator7435]

Finally….. I’ve been waiting for build to come back. That is my all time favorite truck. Big fender with running boards. Such a classic. Love what your doing thus far.

[@mikehorning4060]

You are so amazing in your simplified explanations of how this stuff all works together. Brilliant demos and explanation! Thank you so much. I have done a number of Chevy small blocks over the years simply by just taking the blocks to a maccine shop shop and saying "yep, make this good"! I am 75 years old and finally understand the what and why of the importance of what they did. I am 100% sure that I wasted money in some cases as what I did wasnt necessary. Didnt hurt anything but my wallet. Had I only known. Please show this kind of detiled info/information more often.Love your channel. Thank you!!!

[@shatnersbassoon1791]

I can just about manage an oil change and brake job but I learned more about how an engine works from this video than anything I've seen before. Cheers fella 👍

[@activersity]

I guess I like a deeper dive into the mechanics of rebuilds because this is about your most interesting vid in the last two years of my watching your channel. Kudos and Thank you.

[@russellhayden82]

I didn't have a valve spring compressor when I rebuilt my head so I just used a rag and socket and karate chop the socket while it's sitting on the spring retainer and out pop the little keepers

[@xshiftyonex2862]

MOSES SANDLS! What a great, entertaining video! Thanks Derek

[@jrnymn14]

Thank you Derick for being on time

[@mikelaw5089]

What about the rings

[@mikelaw5089]

You no comprehension

[@mikelaw5089]

I really enjoyed it 😊

[@MrPanzerDragoon]

Going to be honest, I wasn't sure if I was going to like this video because it was just taking an engine apart, BUT man was I wrong! Learning about how engines wear down over time was actually amazing! Derek here is a genuine mechanics instructor!

[@ernestobarajas8445]

Moses’ sandals! Nothing better than a 2 hour VGG episode to get the weekend started. Thanks Derek! 👍🏼🙏🏼

[@paulcooper9135]

Multiple lifts in his garage... and guy is still using a floor jack and jackstands, laying on his back eating rust and dust with safety squints fully engaged.... Just Like All Of Us!!! That's the sign of a true car guy! Great episode! Thanks for sharing 🇨🇦

[@davidnaprstek1317]

I don’t know much about engine rebuilding, but the way you break it down it does make sense. It’s way cooler than watching other shows drop LS engines in everything, and keeps that old school knowledge alive too

[@Rob-Müller]

Derek in sneakers...I can't believe it, but I got to, I'm looking right at it.

[@arthurmiller-vl6sw]

Did they have to be red? Should have been Reebok high tops.

[@benhur520]

I think those are Pantera driving shoes.

[@Rob-Müller]

@@benhur520 Definitely Pantera driving shoes! Never thought of that.

[@kingspanky2794]

As a fella with two bad knees and well......... Everything else I approve the shoes 😂

[@country4lyfe365]

I see why you've been soo successful. Lol. I mean I went all the way back. Ol, Derek has ran multiple companies, the books, everything. Folks we are dealing with a Natural "smart guy" .....awsome great video D.

[@billykid.935]

I went to a designated Chrysler program at college. this video was just about better than my engines class. Guy could teach some really good classes. And id take them too.

[@williambehles7704]

Finally, finally finally, Hallelujah the 302 rebuild! I've been waiting impatiently for this with bated breath. Derek ya just made my day Buddy.

[@RobertDickens2002]

Same

[@rogerlarge4827]

......BEEN LOOKING FORWARD TO THIS ALMOST AS MUCH AS THE C-10. 🎉

[@Pigrig61]

Love when you build engines and appreciate how in depth you are with them

[@chriscalabrese4348]

Awesome too see Derek on Friday truly the hardest working guy on you tube

[@jeromeshipley1709]

I’d Love to see a Shawn Ryan interview, they’re practically neighbors!

[@emilwaldman7906]

Thank you Lord !!! I know you're incredibly busy Derek... but there's a bunch of us who have been waiting for this !!!

[@bubsiesjensen7971]

I think about how Derek needs like 5 clones. minimum

[@TerryWaitman]

Same here! I've been chomping at the bit for him too het back started on the truck!!

[@barryshields9723]

Excellent !!! Thank You, So Much; Sometimes Slam bang etc., can work fine...But taking the time to explain the why you have to be EXTREMELY exact at other times is so important....Again bless you and your family...Barry

[@naughtmeenaym869]

Who else is like me and knows all this but watches anyway because it's good to see a guy show how it works?

[@charlesgregory9976]

Thanks Derek that was on point and cool , can't wait for the next video.

[@ViceGripGarage]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@caryorban8322]

​@@ViceGripGarageI know I speak for all of us we thank you bud for all that you do & the hard work just in editing but also the revivals & these very knowledgeable learning engine rebuilds!.

[@ilackedtheheart]

This was a little bit before my time, but I remember shows like This Old House and other type of DIY shows that had the same vibe. It was educational, but it was just really satisfying seeing the whole process go down. I love these videos!

[@jpb6462]

Anxious for the rebuilt..love it !

[@James-zk2yt]

Still, simply the best! From one teacher to another.........AWESOME!

[@844jim]

Derek, this is probably the best video I've seen from you on determining whether engine components can be re-used in a rebuild. Thanks for putting this together and looking forward to the next session.

[@Iseerightthruyou]

Just got out of the hospital from having tumors cut out of my neck, but a VGG video is a great way to recover. Derek has a way of making a feller feel better...😁😁

[@Ole-Red]

Prayers for quick recovery!!

[@Iseerightthruyou]

​@@Ole-Redthank you, I appreciate it very much 🙏🙏

[@davidj4662]

Nobody cares

[@Iseerightthruyou]

Yeah David always got be at least one on the internet that has to show people what a total arse they are. Are you sad because my post wasn't about you?