FIRST START Of The MID-ENGINE Eclipse! It Sounds Amazing!

[@_Gingium_]

Cant wait to get this thing on the road! Thanks to Established Titles for sponsoring the video! Go to establishedtitles.com/GINGIUM and get 10% off today.

[@soobok13]

Hello, great video! Is this awd?

[@lancewashington3910]

So im guessing you dont know there is a fake account of you trying to scam ppl

[@iwanevans607]

@@lancewashington3910 Yeah I’ve had that too

[@iwanevans607]

Gingium somebody’s pretending to be you and scamming people

[@SkyyMi]

Totally extend the build time, way better imo to delay and deliver a fully flushed out project that you can 100% stand behind. The work you are putting out is fantastic.

[@_Gingium_]

Thanks for understanding and thanks for the support!

[@MattWaller04]

@@_Gingium_ same here dude. I’ve been watching your videos since wayyyyyyyyy back. The best thing about your videos and cars is the creativity and passion you put in. I don’t care how long it takes, greatness doesn’t happen overnight.

[@krookedliptv9852]

I like everything he's done so far besides the way that he ran his water piping and anything else under there that can easily be damaged by one simple bottom out if he wasn't going all-wheel drive he should have ran all that stuff up inside the tunnel where the drive shaft goes to the back on an all-wheel drive system these eclipses and Talons are my favorite I love the 4G63 motors

[@andrewsilver9730]

I honestly assumed it was going to take longer from the onset cause that's simply how these projects go

[@fiisho]

@@krookedliptv9852 Its a factory FWD?

[@evankirschenmann4653]

Just want to say, the new camera guy does an excellent job. I love that it lets you work more in a day as well. Camera guy, if you see this comment, I appreciate you

[@chrisk.2255]

Extend it for as long as you need to finish it and also enjoy it for a bit. You deserve to get to drive it for a bit after all the hard work you've put into this thing! Always excited for a new episode! Keep doing you!

[@AAO-Falcon]

Yea and more extensions means more content :D. I mea we dont want it too long but yea the project is nearly done :D

[@alittlegeckogamer4608]

@@AAO-Falcon for gingium, there's no such thing as too long

[@DingDongDrift]

this was a ton of fun to help you get it going smoothly man! it's so close to finished! definitely your greatest build yet.

[@windolite]

The rallyata was infinitely better. This is just a stock car that’s mid engine instead of front engine. Not really like it’s gonna be that different than stock and it doesn’t look special from the outside at all

[@DingDongDrift]

@@windolite lol you're clueless

[@gavinmeyer8937]

@@windolite what cars have you built?

[@windolite]

where did I say anything about me building cars? He's calling it his greatest build when it's just a mid-engine swap that will result in a car with some handling differences that's about it. its cool but not his greatest

[@DingDongDrift]

@@windolite you're showing your ignorance

[@AnythingButConventional]

This might be way too late but would love to see the breakdown of how much metal you put into this build, how many plasma cuts you made, how much gas was used for welding, etc. Not only that but a cost breakdown would be cool too! Love the stuff you're doing here!!

[@Marc_Not_Mark]

I’m sure he’ll do something like that once he’s done done he was still using the table in this video so I’m sure he’ll add it all up and show us some stuff

[@1234567890CAB]

Pro tip you definitely don't want to weld to bearings at all. They should be press fit or held in by clips. The heat and the arcing devastates them. The heat ruins the temper and cooks the grease. The arcing creates pitting on the races and balls. Bearings temper makes them hard and brittle so being press fit and supported all the way around helps them a lot.

[@zachlemay88]

4:30 we need to get more clips like this! that was sick! giving out POV vibes

[@CameramanKurt]

I thought it would be cool, glad someone enjoyed it 🤣👌

[@itsdokko2990]

the audacity of this lad! Impeccable work Caleb! quick question though: Are you planning on adding some vents to the new engine bay?, i feel like some would help cool that area in general to some extent, plus a bit more radical looks in my opinion :P

[@tomwilliams53]

Absolutely, would look unreal with some vents on the C Pillar like the RS200

[@VS666]

I'm so proud of you I almost started crying when you pulled away from the lift

[@johnsmith5726]

As a Scotsman, I can tell you that to be able to use the title of Lord you have to have a peerage, a peerage is only given by the Queen. What you are actually buying is a one-foot square piece of some field, somewhere in a remote part of Scotland. A Scottish landowner, which you now are with your small bit of turf, is entitled to call themselves "Laird" which literally translates to "Landowner". Unfortunately, 75% of people in Scotland are landowners, and thus Lairds. Fun, but not to be taken seriously.

[@reneXDgta]

Gium is taking built or bought very serious Cant wait to see some pulls

[@briansavage932]

Dude! The smile on my face when that car moved under its own power!! And it sounds awesome even without the exhaust done! You made a car!! Crazy!

[@themagnushjort]

Your restraint is commendable, I would've probably tried gunning it after one or two passes. Looking awesome so far, it's getting so close to completion :D

[@Ben_dillon]

I’m just amazed how quickly Uve managed to completely re design the rear end and get the thing running, thought this would be a half a year project

[@nwelsh84]

If said it before and I'll say it again. You are not going to want to give this car away. So much work, so much unique fabrication and done so well. Congratulations, Caleb, this is such a sick build.

[@chancebih]

Take your time on this baby man, whoever gets it will appreciate this work of art when it’s finished. just do your thing

[@stevenmetz3607]

Dude. We all HOPE you extend the build time 🙏 the more videos the better

[@AdamForeman]

I can't believe that you're going to give the car away! This project is so amazing and impressive that considering what's gone into this project, I don't think I'd be able to give it to anyone. This is a life long ownership car. Especially since its the first car in the new garage as well. Whoever gets this car is going to be one VERY lucky person.

[@JamieBainbridge]

I think Dan saved a big issue here. Employee of the Month again!

[@CameramanKurt]

Daniel doesn’t even work for Caleb 😭

[@daniel.booth218]

Yes i do? Who are you?

[@JamieBainbridge]

Don't stress, the real fans know who the important crew are 😎

[@daniel.booth218]

Nooo im kidding lol. Kurt is the filmer/helper. I just come and hangout and help caleb when i can. We’re just friends i don’t actually work for him lol

[@JamieBainbridge]

You've helped out in the past and are still doing it, it's cool. I joked during the shop build than you were Employee of the Month then too 😄

[@CameramanKurt]

All hail Lord Caleb Oh, and first.

[@passionchannelja3791]

Let's get this channel to 1M subs in this year

[@Jeeplee_rc]

Take as much time as you need to build this car. You are building this thing meticulously, no point in rushing the process!

[@_WadeBuchanan_]

Just dropping a comment to give some props to your cameraman. He's been improving every episode. Keep up the good work and steady improvements.

[@Thaiseaweed]

Loving this project! You've got to be the most entertaining youtuber in this category. Even my gf who has zero interest in cars or wrenching loves watching just for the music and personality.

[@Gaboosl12]

Honestly I’m very impressed with this build, it’s awesome, you’ve come a long way Caleb!

[@ClungerMax]

Been watching since the forza horizon 3 days and it’s crazy how you’ve developed bruh, all this work you do is so cool seeing you learn and do all of it.

[@benbunch4159]

There is a LOT of important sttuff on the bottom of that car mounted below impact marks on the frame rails…

[@Glennquagmire1912]

Gotta love that pre thumbnail thumbnail😂

[@chrisk.2255]

That shit had me rolling istg

[@SlippingTime]

A big congratulations on the first start and drive. I can imagine the feeling of accomplishment you have. Thanks for reporting on how the suspension felt as I was curious as soon as I seen in moving in the yard. I can’t wait to see how it does when it is tuned and setup. Be proud!

[@Hangin_With_Shane]

Caleb, Awesome mile stone for mid-engine eclipse! Works amazing and we'll wait for an amazing car!

[@TheHighpotinuse]

The segue to the Established Titles bit was masterful. They got their money's worth.

[@SammyRavage]

You should make some hold down clamps for you plasma table. We use them on the waterjet where I work at so your material doesn't move

[@TechnoNut96]

So exciting!!! Holy cow can’t believe it’s moving! In the grand scheme of things, this project has gone so quick! You’ve got mad skills, sir.

[@ScruffieWilliamsburg]

Awesome to see your progression over the last couple of years. Keep it going man!

[@johnaidanreilly7016]

I'm graduating grad school at the end of May, and honestly this seems like a much bigger accomplishment. Congrats man, hyped to see how far you've come over the years. You're no longer the modded Mitia guy-you're a true car enthusiast, fabricator, and original content creator. A million subs doesn't even seem like a milestone compared to this project, be proud of your work, I know we all are! -JAR

[@ohbromo]

Love how all the dimensions are the same and you didn’t have to cut into the sides for intakes or anything

[@EliteRock]

Mega impressive. Seriously. I know out here in the peanut gallery we're seeing hours and days of work condensed into less than half an hour, but what's being accomplished here is still quite amazing. One thing I'm still puzzled about though is breathing - I get that all the cooling is fine because it's in the front of the car, but induction and general ventilation of the engine bay (to cool ancillaries like the alternator), I don't see where that's going to come from - most mid-engines have scoops and vents in their hips (maybe a roof snorkel).

[@alfredo42o]

i think some rear bumper holes would do a similar thing since the engine is so low down in it and the bottom is open

[@matthewmendoza5729]

Loving the production quality, the vids are looking of the highest quality that I’ve see in YT! So excited to see this wrapped up, by far been my fav build so far!

[@seralikethecar]

Truly don't understand why you don't have more viewers. This is some Hoonigan shit. Amazing stuff!

[@glytslife]

Not gonna say this is my favorite build, but I love how the svx is turning out! Congrats

[@sk8klown88]

Don’t rush!!!!! Take as long as you want we want more videos

[@danyo8023]

As a die hard DSMer of 20yrs, ive enjoyed this build very much. It's definitely unique throughout!!!

[@ChutneyInc.]

@6:00 I like how the light reflected off that paint

[@losa6783]

Cant wait for the next video man. But as an volvo enthusiast i just have to ask, do you have any plans for the volvo in the near future?

[@themagnushjort]

gris

[@losa6783]

@@themagnushjort gris? No må du førklar

[@themagnushjort]

@@losa6783 Det är bara grisapor som är volvoenthusiaster.

[@shaunreed8115]

Scrap yard

[@losa6783]

@@shaunreed8115 nah the Crusher wouldn’t be able to crush it😂 it is a Volvo after all

[@AutoMotivate]

By far the best sponsored clip you have made imo.

[@alanspangler5621]

Well done, Caleb. This thing is legitimately badass

[@lunchboxjoeb]

...running the wiring harness under the car was the only option?

[@TypeSC2]

Pretty sweet build. Glad to have stumbled on this. Couple things though. With all the time and effort put into this, there's a couple bits of wiring in this video that could definitely be corrected. Last thing you'd want after all this work is for the build to go up in the flames because of a couple faulty connections. The main culprit is that large copper lug you installed. That copper lug isn't meant to be crimped. The proper way is to melt solder into it and then install the wire while the solder is hot and then use a heat shrink with the glue inside to protect the wires from pulling out of the lug or corroding.

[@ze_german2921]

Instead of crimping your battery cables you should heat them up with a torch and melt solder into them, they even sell pellets for the proper amount of solder. Get your Battery Cable Game on!

[@chrisschlis9440]

YES! I definitely want to see you drive it. You've earned it annnnd have to test it fully anyway sooo... Love the confidence! "Tell me I'm doing it wrong in the comments and I'll prove you wrong by the end of the video." Cool.

[@Wayne_Smith]

Amazing job, you really put together a great shop and it has made all the difference. Can't wait to see your builds continue and you've already taken on such difficult work. The energy you put toward the suspension on this project is what made it great to me.

[@802Garage]

Me at 21:17 when you plasma cut your own locking clip: 😮 Love the shifter cable fab. This is awesome man! Hearing your 4G63 makes me really want to work on mine. I just gotta finish this damned V10 first! Seeing it drive for the first time is just too cool. Great work.

[@stantheman5163]

Extremely impressive to have pulled this off so well. I had my doubts, but no longer. Just thinking back to what was happening a year ago and this build would have been totally pie in the sky dreaming. "Your skills are extraordinary" (Enter the Dragon).

[@greenmoosen]

its so awesome to see the car youve worked so hard on for the last several months working flawlessly, congrats man!

[@jagervonweebs610]

perhaps some shielding is in order for all of the coolant line and wireing? hate for a rock or piece of glass on the road to leave this car stranded

[@StanleyKubick1]

This project deserves to be finished in the same way it was built; with care and consideration for details

[@matthewnickolas7509]

Bro to dame cool bro .I love when people use their minds an truly create something amazing, great job bro

[@DG_427]

This is kinda "after everything else" suggestion, but are you gonna make a small compartment in the trunk for some storage space? There seems to be quite a lot of room for something like that. You could fit few luggage bags there for example.

[@frankbradleyjr]

Calab I'm really thinking your liking that Plasma table... Don't blame you its great to have. Nice build

[@kylecooper517]

it's amazing how far you've come man. take your time and build it right.

[@ramonsanders2562]

It’s unbelievable what you have done!!!! It’s a wonder how you did it and all the hard and diffecult work you have into this build!! I can’t wait to see it finished, i hope you repair the volvo soon, that was the first car that i see from you and i hope you will make that run again, thanks for the amazing video’s that you make and keep them coming, Greetz from the Netherlands , ramon

[@acks1yeah]

seeing the car on reverse going out of the garage is sooo sick! great work man!

[@simonking1122]

If you are using the mixture map make sure you put a condition in so it doent see accel events, should be able to get the fueling real close before you even go to the dyno, just leave the link timing in there should still make some power with it 😁

[@SlammedZero]

Absolutely dope project, and that car is super clean to boot. Nicely done!

[@governmentcalamari9785]

You have to do inner fender wells. The rear glass will be destroyed from road debris let alone if something lands between the cam gears

[@AWD_T]

Very impressive! Great job. I admire your fab knowledge and abilities. Welds…not so much 😜

[@tytr3957]

Heck yea I'm buying land in Scotland... What a tiny lord im going to be with such a land... Thank you Gingium..

[@lewiskemp5893]

As a tech you are doing an amazing job. People watching who dont work on cars just dont understand the complexity of this build. And it's the little things. Btw I hate wiring as much as doing door skins

[@Skiridr22]

That’s a great sound hearing the motor running for the first time 👍🏾👍🏾

[@gro_skunk]

I hope you make some wheel wells for the rear because nobody wants their engine bay covered in sand and mud, plus the potential of kicking rocks up at the rear window.

[@leviwoodring6101]

If you can't crimp the ends you can fill them with solder. ( Flux first) and put the cable in will be a solid connection. I've done it many times.

[@collinyearsley1255]

Pro tip. I use solder pellets instead of crimping when making custom electrical cables.

[@CowboyCorky]

I still want a Gingium/Tommy Fyeah collab. My 2 favorite automotive KZbinrs.

[@1g_dsm_life154]

You can adjust timing with the cam gear marks if you have a timing light you can adjust.

[@SiggsGBR]

The first time I've not skipped an ad segment. Loved it 😁😁😁

[@SiggsGBR]

Also frick yeah the car runs, the rest of the episode was also amazing haha

[@TomAlderman1978]

Congrats! Huge milestone in the build.

[@DiegoHCD]

You're using a really small cup/ an aluminum cup for your dc Tig welding. Bigger cup/ 30+ cfm will help clean up your Tig welds alot. I like the fupa 12 alot it lets you run crazy stickout for tight spots. You probably already knew all this but hopefully some helps. Everything looks great

[@juanenriqueperezreyna8180]

Awesome work 👍👍👍👍👍 Take your time and get it correct!! Thanks for sharing this journey

[@I.am.notgood]

The tenacity to perfect the build is insane. Keep it up 👍🏻

[@brxezo]

This is amazing bro i cant wait to see it completely finished its going great man happy you had a opportunity to do something this cool in your own garage

[@carlosevfaj]

Congratulations, you just build a rocketship.

[@dumbestoyster]

Wow! That's awesome! Huge accomplishment

[@aaronelliott413]

Bro, this build is insane. Outstanding work!!

[@williamjones747]

The build is amazing, you have done a great job. The only thing I can think of that will give you issues is your cooling system. I can't think of any mid or rear engine cars that don't use an electric water pump,at minimum you are pushing water an extra 20 feet, it's probably way beyond what the engine driven pump was designed for.

[@CryoSignal]

Great looking harness! I prefer to use Tessa tape rather than electric tape. It makes less of a mess if you ever pull it apart

[@dewaay6398]

The build is coming along nicely. I would have run the harness through the interior.. because my cars dont do speed bumps very well.

[@angrydalek]

That engine sounds like a classic hot rod. Very nice to hear

[@uncleshrek32]

Car sounds great!! 👌 Damn, congratulations.

[@allyratcustomz1514]

You should do some skid plates to protect all your hard work from road debris and abnormal wear. Just a thought

[@geopouros]

Amazing work dude!!!! Question: Isn’t the rear subframe sticking out to far down to the ground??

[@JMRRebuilders]

Bro legit I was a lord before all this hobo titles thing being a brit and all. However pretty good stuff. NOT GONNA LIE KINDA EXCITED

[@grantevelyn2742]

You're a wizard Caleb. Good work, looks great

[@73Bugman]

Hi 👋 G. The project is turning out really well.👍. What about a small block Chevy in the back of an old Porsche 911. They make adapters….. you’re the Man..🖖🏼👽

[@1BadRAMLimited]

This car is epic man great work Caleb!!!!

[@Ghandisgarage]

I love the build! the only gripe I have is that engine harness... why not extend the chassis side and mount the plug on the cage with a short run to the engine? making an easy removal of the engine when needed

[@TheCliffHanger]

I just saw this build at Formula Drift!! It’s beautiful! Proud subscriber!

[@matthewdavis3333]

This thing looks amazing in person. Was completely shocked when I walked up on it at formula drift yesterday.

[@JNorth87]

It's like that car was made to be mid engine! Looks so sick. Sounds sick. Good work!

[@markkennedy4055]

Are you going to fill in the rear strut towers with 1/8" sheet metal to 1 strengthen the towers 2 creates a barrier from the rear tires blowing unwanted road debris into the engine compartment?

[@RearEngineShop]

It’s alive! It moves! I’m so excited!!!!