Building a Honda Civic in 40 minutes

[@advantagehiphop]

And you did all of that in 40 minutes. Imagine what you could do with an hour!!! Great work Ben!

[@Zaaf2003]

Lmao

[@davonmulder8458]

Ikr insane work

[@DarkHawk666]

If the Flash was a mechanic 😂😂

[@stilllmkp]

cringe

[@Vish_020]

​@@Zaaf2003😊😊l😊

[@CrV_Jr]

I still haven’t recovered from that Laguna seca race 😫 I legit cried when the civic broke right at the end

[@bandwagon240]

2 legit, 2 legit 2 quit.

[@marcoguzman7934]

I was heartbroken watching that event in person man

[@JRald2016]

Dead ass, I felt his suffering through my phone

[@MIDA-Multi-Tool]

same here man, that video broke my heart. I feel like I would never want to race again 😭

[@johnathanalonzo803]

Same here i felt my heart drop when i saw

[@atonement.]

Can we just talk about the quality of the editing in this video? Top notch! What a journey, the Ben’s are killing it!

[@recklessrvlph]

Right!

[@nVyXyr]

Facts! It's the kind of editing that simply would not be possible without the guys behind the scenes.. shout outs to the camera people!!

[@eazybuilt]

damn 5 years already!? time flies when you’re having fun!

[@Tysmal]

i believe it was actually 40 minutes

[@muyskerm]

Great video guys. Thorne out here living the dream

[@hollistered4780]

hi muyskerm

[@daus19819]

yo

[@thrashmarky]

I can’t believe I’ve been watching you build it this long. I’m an old school muscle car and classics guy and this is my favorite civic on the internet. Always love watching you drive or work on it.

[@MeliZuni]

For people reading this review, it's okay, it's normal to feel lonely sometimes, if you're going through tough times, keep trying, but never give up, I wish you great success in your health, love, and happiness!

[@gamerin]

This is one of the best built series because of the continuous progression, passion, engineering, heart, and results! Thanks Ben for sharing your story!!

[@andrewgibb9782]

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[@truckerguy28]

This car has come a long way, from a automatic grocery getter in a backyard overgrown with weeds, to my buddy Mike where we converted to 5 speed and dropped the type r b16 in he picked up from culpeper va, to your hands where it was made proper. This car started in my driveway and it still amazes me this is that car and how far you have made it. Incredible

[@ceelo3324]

Woah, you're part of the pedigree of the car? Cool!

[@truckerguy28]

@ceelo3324 long before it landed in Ben's hands. I was involved in rescuing it from the weeds behind a house. It was automatic, d16y7 barely hanging on to life, previously silver, light gray interior. I assisted in a dark gray interior swap, converting it to manual and swapping it to the type R that was in the car when he bought it. Back from my younger years. It was at the time my best friends car, he sold it to Ben pretty cheap. It wasn't perfect. Just a bs build from collected parts for fun. Nothing serious or race or car show quality. Most of the parts were hand me down, just thrown together for a daily

[@jellofuel]

A podium finish takes a lot of hard work, dedication, and commitment to achieve. We're so proud of you and your epic build, we love Grant Davidson so much.

[@Senihmo]

Every minute of this video I think back to 5 minutes in when Ben said he wanted a “daily he could take to the track” and it slowly turns into “ a barely street legal track beast”

[@shiishani3302]

I'm not a car guy, but it's beautiful to see people like you just being able to have a good time doing their hobbies with such passion. It's a beautiful car btw.

[@austincooper583]

I wasn’t expecting to get emotional watching this. But watching his journey since the beginning and watching him achieve his goals brought a tear to my eye. Love everyone at G&G!

[@kanal0096]

He changed all possible parts in his civic but never changed his Jeans 😎That's what a real car enthusiast looks like 😉

[@LBCClutchKick]

Losing "Top Gear" felt like losing an old friend I never thought could be replaced. However, you guys have proved me wrong. I've gone back and binged some of your greatest adventures. Thank you for the excellent automotive entertainment.

[@thrashmarky]

That bumper you put on when you went to club tr is probably one of my favorite non power mods. Completely changed the look for me.

[@aldisdzerve2264]

Been following this civic build since the beginning! While i love the success of race car life - for me personally i think peak of this car was 2019.. Just really really nice clean road car. Perfection

[@timothyhendriks2313]

agree

[@AbeniMane-d4k]

this is better than everything I saw in every channel. at some point I thought I was watching a movie or something. a well organized and a well put video. 5 years in forty minutes.

[@nazaamwilliams4569]

One of the best civics on the internet straight up, I've followed most of its build life and us the reason I subscribed. I like the way the car advanced, especially on track. Brilliant channel, one of the best. HUGE RESPECT from Capetown South Africa. 👌

[@estewar03]

That shifter cable issue was hard enough to watch & go through the first time, I felt just as bad this time. This goes to show how far you & the civic have come, congratulations & Cheers to continued successes for the G&G team...

[@joshpeterson1999]

You guys made this eminently watchable. From the choice in music, to the really well done narrative, props! This is a fun recap on this car.

[@gregtudanca.]

Just watching this video makes me realize how long I've been consistently watching gears and gasoline. 👌 Can't believe this was way back 2019. Thay civic is just like watching your kid grow up 😢

[@A_T88]

She’s come such a long way. Just crazy and incredible

[@Tofu_Slayer]

Been following this build for years and I gotta say one of the best stories of all time.

[@PajEvo_Aus]

Hey Ben, would be good to see a discussion on the mods that worked well, what didn't work and what you might do differently next time. It would also be good if you could talk through costs for those of us looking to get into this ourselves! Great video as usual

[@itspique]

As a civic nerd myself, this is probably my favourite video on the internet.

[@H8onG]

I so remember all of this. Been watching since the first road trip in the evo and sti swapped forester.

[@godeshmorales9217]

you said you bought that for 2800 ?!?!?!?

[@ayhemgamerpro4774]

22:06 this shot right here can be a banger of a wallpaper amazing work man

[@AZ-hf9ow]

Now thinking about it, 2800 is a bargain. That complete swap alone is now worth 4x what you paid. And, how 5 years flew by.

[@johnpaulespinosa5072]

Been following this build since day one. Watching from Philippines!

[@whyoumadbrolol]

I don't care they are not sponsored by advance auto. ALL I care is their passion what they outputs their great contents every weekend experiences and they had gone through all theses years. Keep ponding Ben's.

[@williamt1579]

These guys are no longer sponsored by advance auto parts because they got less than a million views on their last road trip.

[@GearsandGasoline]

Advance dropped everyone. And laid off 400 of their own employees. They’re going through a rough patch right now.

[@weswest8666]

As an advanced shareholder (one share lol) they are doing worse now than in 2011 😒

[@mm8436]

They just bought out all the Pepboys in my area. I think they expanded too aggressively.

[@police428]

I also believe that in automotive circles, it is coming out how big part companies are gauging customers, and people are turning to RockAuto, Amazon, Local Part stores

[@highthai7]

Cool then new liveries for the boys!

[@danielalfonso7084]

A random side note, when you crashed I noticed you told yourself "it's ok" before anything had even happened yet. And it was really nice to see you being kind to yourself in such a stressful moment

[@andrewchristmas2026]

Yo I'm Where's the next upload! Yalls videos are basically Saturday morning cartoons for me

[@tnutss]

Although I watched this civic since it was bought, it’s ridiculous to see how much this car went through and to see Ben’s OCD really put quality work and thoughtful mod to it over and over again.

[@GrizzlyGarage]

2019??? No way I’ve been watching for that long wtf 😂😂

[@anthonyrivera726]

Damn that shift cable made my guts wrench jesus i was so bummed for u man 1st place almost is devastating. I Pray u can get it next year. Great work

[@mulletsquirrel]

Your guys' video skills are top notch. The car building is so interesting to watch. Crazy to think how much footage you had to go through to get such a beautiful 40 minutes! One of my favorite channels easy

[@Lightenhein]

I never thought I could watch a KZbin video this long. It was just so satisfying to watch. Great production and impressive journey! I wish you good luck with your racing career!

[@joseChavez-uz7to]

I cried as the other two cars passed you at LS. I was sitting in my living room cheering you on. I found G&G when you first took the civic on a trip. And I’ve been following ever since. 2024 podium wins I can see it already!

[@Platinumraider0]

I absolutely love watching these videos. "Ben" watching for a long time and am amazed with the progress both of you guy have made! You guys inspire me to build my car and I'm hoping that one day I'm in a position to finally hit the track. Hoping to see you guys up in northern Utah one day. Gears and Gasoline forever!

[@johnm7521]

Wow what a journey it is! That last race i remembered being so happy for Ben because he was going to take first until the cables popped off. Stressed me out afterwards lol Can't wait to see more of the civic!

[@Cb-sf8pv]

Moving to Japan in roughly 7 months. I have been attracted to the idea of building a EK hatch and this video cemented my idea. Awesome video!

[@rogerkhammachone7851]

22:05 when you see the rotors get red hot!!! that was an amazing clip!!!!

[@Reggerss]

i haven't missed a video on this civic since the road trip. TEAM HONDA and K IS KING!

[@bilaluddin.2k]

this 40 mins is the best KZbin video I watched at the beginning of 2024❤. you will win the next championship bro. the car you built so far is the real happiness and victory...

[@sooyster4033]

A timely reminder of just how far G&G has come and the amount of work you've always put it. You've enjoyed a lot of success but darn if you didn't earn every bit of it!

[@gamercoolapple1]

First KZbinr who actually has driving skills well deserved!!!

[@Driven-Productions]

Man what an incredible edit! That was the best Civic Hatch build on YT. Congratulations man living your best life love it!

[@DoolsLife]

That's it. I'm gonna start with autocross this summer with my 2012 SI

[@hazael1229]

i love this car. It was always a dream of mine to build the EK with the k-swap. sadly i never did. I always wanted to go to a race track and i never did. now im 33 but seeing YOU build your EK... im happy to have been along for the journey. i saw this car and all the changes it went through and it was always exciting to see it. i love the EK content cause im living vicariously through these videos. Its beautiful to see the potential of the EK. i could only ever dreaming of being a part of something like this, but you made it possible for me to experience this and for this i thank you.

[@n7rvanamama889]

Beautiful statement ❤ well put.

[@harsh_rujkoomar]

Ben, this is one of the best videos I've seen. Love the seeing the progress bro. Keep it up❤️

[@EddieRibasCS]

Crushing placement on that Laguna Seca race, Been amazing watching both Bens work on their "Racecraft" and building fun cars along the way. My favorite Channel by far! Bring back 2 episodes a week!

[@GabrielSummer-f7q]

What a wonderful journey you have shared and allowed us to be apart of Ben, lovely and passionate video and keep it up!! WE KNOW YOU CAN WIN!!!!

[@RAIHAN____]

I can't believe it's been so long. All of the upgrades feel like they were just made yesterday and the fact that he barely didn't get the first place was very sad for me. I really appreciate you and your civic.

[@craigsawyer6453]

Never gets old watching that Civic! Can't wait for 2024 season!!

[@obsidiannemises]

Now its really mean a civic 👏 U got it bro❤

[@mikaeelmohammed4215]

You guys have become my favorite channel. I recently entered the track racing scene and your videos have been some of my biggest encouragement and inspiration to stick to the sport. I wish you guys nothing but success and wins. Keep doing your thing, I’m sure many people like myself look up to y’all. I would hope to meet you guys some day!!!

[@someperson7]

Sat down, put this on the TV and watched start to finish. Very enjoyable. Next season is looking good!

[@johnnyringo4463]

Its awesome to see you go from working in a cinderblock garage and a hydrualic press next to the couch to where you are now. I dont think you guys have changed other than becoming more "professional" in video editing and making. You're living the dream life of just about every tuner kid in high school.

[@naqiyuddinazhar]

Inspiring video!! Would love to be able to build a car like this one day and take it racing. Enjoying the channel. Love from Malaysia!

[@SepleP.]

I remember hitting the subscribe button because of this car and i'm extatic from how far you've gone.

[@kaanciftci6892]

My man, this is a great video. I watched it with pleasure from beginning to end. Thank you. I got emotional at the last minute. I love typer.🔥

[@jonathanposerio3137]

This is just WOW!. That journey from ordinary car to almost winning a championship in a top tier class is just AMAZING!!!

[@zackmaslin8257]

Still don’t understand how you were able to keep yourself so composed after that win got away from you. I would have been so emotional. Props to you big man

[@babayagaartworks7357]

Gears and Gasoline is honestly THE BEST CAR KZbin CHANNEL I've ever seen

[@frankgile1996]

Man, I hadn't even seen the Laguna Seca video... That was so gut wrenching. Hopefully you'll come back even stronger this year, you're a small part of the reason I want to fix my old Honda...

[@joaquincandalaft2124]

Everything in this video is SO amazing. The story, the car, the editing, the music, Ben...everything.

[@smoloms]

im glad this video is up and the whole honda build series as a whole. My hatch will never be on the level of yours but it sure as hell will be the best daily I can make it.

[@velolegion9034]

This has to be one of the very best KZbin videos I have ever seen, this is main stream documentary level stuff. Footage, voiceover and music choice is all on point. What an epic journey you have been on and I truly can’t wait to see what happens next 👍👍👍👏👏

[@benporter1992]

These track videos have become some of my favorite content to watch from both of you! Keep up the good work!

[@waugh9656]

Hey Ben I have been following your build since the start and I just wanna say from one Honda enthusiast to a another am very proud of you bro am out here in Jamaica and you just make my day every time I watch your videos so keep up the great job on the car and u got my vote you rock .👍

[@PotPotChuan]

The fact that we are passionate about it, the dust under the teacher's shoes has not yet settled. Patience and dedication is admirable. Supporting from somewhere in Myanmar🇲🇲🇲🇲🇲🇲🇲🇲🇲🇲 ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@xtruekingmeliodasx]

This was truly inspirational Ben. Keep up the great work. I’m sure you and the civic will get that W this year

[@iAm50Cal_]

i really enjoyed this video. did not realize this was 5 years of content, i love your civic. subbing

[@vincentcamarena778]

I plan on starting my track journey very soon here in socal. I hope to look back on this message and think how far I have come.

[@josephsprinkle8783]

hey i’m just curious where exactly do you start when you want to get into track racing in socal?

[@JoseHernandez-hf2dh]

Ben it is because of people like you that i work so much on my civic, love your work!

[@Dylan-qv9sv]

Been following the build since day one, the progression with this vehicle is amazing. Can’t wait to see what’s to come.

[@AntonioSantos-lk2eo]

After following the build since day one, I can confidently say this is the sickest civic on YT. Keep it up boys 🙌🏼

[@nVyXyr]

I've been afk for some time, really out of the loop when it comes to peoples videos and such and I've very recently come back to not only the keyboard, but also the car scene and oh my days what a video to come back to! I thoroughly enjoyed this trip down memory lane and to re-experience your journey with what is one of my favourite civic builds I've bare witnessed to-date. Top notch! GGs my man.

[@nVyXyr]

I am even more hyped than I was prior to this video, to begin wrenching away again for myself.

[@rohspeed]

Feel proud here in malaysia watching you climb to podium... Keep trying this year ben... InsyaAllah P1 just waiting for you👍🏼💪🏽

[@stevehignett5701]

It's not often that I appreciate someones progress when they have sponsors, helping hands, handouts etc etc, as it's often skewed and so few of "us" can achieve what you have (how many engine swaps and rebuilds and dyno time and gewrbox mods etc etc) - however it clearly matters to you which only comes from dedication and that's how I would be, so I cant fault you and wish you all the best...

[@yung5050]

This video is just a pure love… Thankyou for living my dream ❤️❤️❤️

[@ihavealife002]

idk what it is about your build videos, but they always keep me so much more engaged than any other similar content. And I'm not even a honda guy lol

[@paolothevin]

Loved this video man. This car one day belongs in a Honda museum. What a treasure you've built. Enjoyed every second of it. Long live the EK hatch. Sucks the shift cable snapped. Best of luck this year 🤞🏽

[@pelayorico]

i see this process over the years, never tought i started watching you guys 5 years ago . stocked

[@ntr-cptr7709]

I do hope you are able to get a class win on your next season of racing. So inspiring! Thank you for sharing your experience 🙏🏻

[@JamesEhler]

Sweet build. Love the front. I got a 92 Prelude Si with h22a4 swap. For brakes, for $200 I got a couple Afco forged aluminum 4 piston calipers, 11.75 " 350z rotors drilled for my pattern and I welded new caliper brackets onto the knuckles i made from some plate steel and tapped the holes. Did a lot in the back too, but thats another story. I did everything so i could keep the cost as low as possible. If i seen something i liked but didnt think i vould afford it, if at all possible, i made it. I even made my stock hood look pretty damn cool. Thats what i get the most compliments on. The best way i can describe it as a "invader style cowl induction" hood. I wanted one like that, but couldnt find any like that. Not that i would have paid it anyways.

[@n3ttx580]

This project inspired me to get a K24 swap for my Civic aswell. Not on as big of a budget as Ben, and not yet racing, but you have been a huge inspiration. The last clip, when that P1 literally popped away from you always breaks my heart and brings a tear to the eye. Good luck to you, and tall Ben in 2024

[@Sham1r0]

Not going to lie mate, this stuff is amazing. Great job to you and everyone who made this thing possible.

[@teeh.2939]

Omg that last race had me pumped until that shift gear malfunctioned. 😭

[@gianpierolg3563]

the value of this video is next level, guys you really put things down to earth, thanks fot this, keep going

[@glenlaranjo0730]

I watched this civic since day 1, and now its a BEAST!

[@B5Garage]

I really enjoyed watching this video, it´s hard to imagine that this took 5 years to build, it makes me feel like i have a long long way to go to start racing too. But ofcourse this also gives me tips and trick and how to´s for building my car(Audi a4 b5 1.8t STW inspired). Keep up the good work

[@gr6395]

Ben painting this cars engine bay was the first video that introduced me to G&G. Seeing how meticulous he was, immediately got me hooked to this channel. I have been following you guys ever since!

[@vlix]

Ben, you're so inspiring. Great works you've been through. Wish you successful races this season. Well done champ

[@yogamijil7363]

Amazing broo, you show me that you and team struggle never give up 👏🏻 you're a champion

[@matthewalexander2436]

I'm definitely not a Honda fan... But this car looks absolutely stunning. Awesome, tasteful job bro. Love the livery!!! ❤💪❤ Well well done.

[@Manolo1399]

Nice work and don’t stop for nothing , keep pushing forward with all you got and you will make it through blessings 👏🏽🙏🏽.