GM HOLDEN 304 V8 ENGINE RE-BUILD [EP1]

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Today on The Skid Factory We're kicking off a new build series starting with this 1997 Holden 304 V8 Engine.
The Engine was purchased off Facebook and without knowing the history, Al strips it down to assess the block and cylinder bores for wear.
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[@milesellis2847]

Al -“I’m not an expert on Holden V8s”, proceeds to explain in intricate detail every GM V8 made in Australia!

[@billgeorgiou9929]

Well at least he covered his arse just in case he made a mistake.

[@joshradelaide943]

What an absolute weapon 💪

[@polishdiapersale]

One trick is to tell 'em stories that don't go anywhere - like the time I caught the ferry over to Shelbyville. I needed a new heel for my shoe, so, I decided to go to Morganville, which is what they called Shelbyville in those days. So I tied an onion to my belt, which was the style at the time. Now, to take the ferry cost a nickel, and in those days, nickels had pictures of bumblebees on 'em. Give me five bees for a quarter, you'd say. Now where were we? Oh yeah: the important thing was I had an onion on my belt, which was the style at the time. They didn't have white onions because of the war. The only thing you could get was those big yellow ones...

[@ReignitedAuto]

polishdiapersale most obscure simpsons reference I’ve seen in awhile, kudos to you sir!

[@truthseeker8483]

Those were the days...not like Gen X Hamsters sipping Lattes.......

[@802Garage]

@@ReignitedAuto I knew this sounded familiar.

[@DaveyGa]

Now my story begins in Nineteen-dickety-two. We had to say "dickety" because the Kaiser had stolen the wold "twenty". I chased that rascal to get it back, but gave up after dickety-six miles.

[@booplesschpooples6027]

As an American I’ve no idea what’s being said but I’m laughing and enjoying all the fun slang/words while clapping!

[@rollyae82]

So good to watch, my boyfriend has a 5L VS and I want to help him do a full engine rebuild to thank him for all the amazing things he does, and this has really helped. :)

[@andrewc6602]

The bag labeled "bolts" had me rolling

[@truthseeker8483]

Descriptive!

[@Laz_Arus]

It's a good job Al labelled the ziplock bag, otherwise he'd be scratching his head for hours during reassembly wondering what they were. S'pose he could always google it 💭

[@HoweDoYouDo1999]

He forgot his nuts too never forget the nuts 😂

[@TreyCook21]

Slick with the 8 ball this time! I enjoy its random appearances!

[@BrickNewton]

To early, I never watch past the discovery of the ball

[@noeleenbatchelor3736]

3:32 looks like a can a xxxx gold in the motor too, xxxx gold and a 8 ball you can’t go wrong haha.

[@blakepaulger3042]

@@noeleenbatchelor3736 nah mate good ole lemon squash

[@sfvirgo]

I was like wtf is that🤔🤔

[@Dannyvirk]

"Onions on our belts". love the Simpson's reference.

[@bobtawiligar]

Did you see the Simpsons flag in the background of the whole episode.

[@yourhandleshouldbe]

It was the style at the time. You could only get yellow onions! Because of the war.

[@azzdog]

One of the best sounding V8s ever sold here.

[@ThatHoodlum19]

Feel like i just got schooled for 28 mins! What an Ep, so good mate!

[@shaunpitcher2779]

Same. Epic learning. Thanks Al!

[@theskidfactory]

I don't know it all but I am happy to chat about what I do know. Thanks for watching.

[@mazcatii]

Forced induction is an irrelevant question, Al is not known as "naturally aspirated yoda"

[@HotForgeChaos]

Turbskies tend to go well with a Holden 5 litre too, 14 psi is not uncommon for these things to happily handle

[@mazcatii]

@@HotForgeChaos absolutely right mate, I was sarcastically eluding to the fact that "turbo yoda" is not an n/a kinda guy.....

[@Filip_Phreriks]

He engraved a turbo on the connectong rod...

[@theskidfactory]

Forced induction is awesome but it's also great to check out the Naturally Aspirated side of life too and see how it goes.

[@mazcatii]

@@theskidfactory too much lemon squash tonight mate 🤔🤔😉🍻

[@lsgemini7686]

Cracked open a VB tallie and put my mullet wig on for this one 🤟🏼

[@rooster8039]

I all so cracked open a VB tallie and I didn't put a mullet wig on tho...🍻👍😎...Why...Because I've got a mullet...😂👌...

[@craigdavies69]

My old man calls tallies King Browns lol

[@rooster8039]

I call them VB long necks...👍🍻...Cheers Bra...

[@Conan13666]

Victorian Breakfast

[@simonainscough619]

busted your a ford owner us gm boys can grow our own

[@ConstantlyDamaged]

*sees Al leaning over a V8 Me: Aww yeah, bring on the twin turbo! Al: Nothin's off the table :>

[@HoweDoYouDo1999]

Darthane hahahahaha nothing was ever on the table unless he’s tryna cram air onto that too😂

[@THOMASTTWYFORD]

I'm going to say that is the best episode you have ever done! The first fifteen minutes, pure history, and Al shining more and more with passion. I really enjoy hearing about all the odd quirks, silly decisions and fascinating past that makes a engine what it is today, or what it was then. Thanks so much for producing content that makes me proud to be an Australian. Great spit too Al.

[@Waytoosideways]

Who dropped their guts at 19:23 before the transition lol

[@n0madIPX]

It's the little things that make ya smile....

[@zacgiles5413]

I come into the comments just to see this comment 😂

[@KosovarMods]

a really moist one hahah !

[@alternatr]

HAHA

[@BubbaGTi]

Not just me so 😂😂😂

[@chappo4845]

Was 5044, went to 4987cc. This is the modern equivalent of ancient story telling. Passing down the ancient knowledge to the younger generations. Had one of these, XX3 (195kw). Wasn't massively strong, but was very smooth and with a manual was reasonably efficient. Good cruiser. The problem with a power number alone is that it doesn't always account for drivability. Power, Torque, rev numbers each is achieved at and the vehicle and driveline used are all contributors.

[@playwme3]

A 304, an 8 ball, and a Simpsons reference. Spoiling us today Al.

[@Riley180sx]

Playwme Surname and a xxxx

[@HoweDoYouDo1999]

I mean he’s spoiling everyone with this project of his it’s like mind games with this shit haha I think he’s tryna throw me off from the main focus of this 😂

[@aSinisterKiid]

Love this engine archaeology Al. You are a wealth of knowledge. Thanks for sharing.

[@robmatthewswoodturning4988]

Al: talks for 25 minutes unscripted about the history and geneology of Holden V8s Also Al: But i don't know much about them, just a vague interest. LOL!

[@pirkkaruuska5766]

@@robmatthewswoodturning4988 And manages to be seriously funny. Just the best channel ever.

[@Nebbia_affaraccimiei]

I'm amazed of how much knowledge and experience he has, until today I thought he basically messed around with japanese stuff, turns out he knows a shit ton of stuff regarding EVERYTHING.

[@andrewstewart01]

Best sounding engine ever put in a car. So happy with this already.

[@agga3955]

It’s a shame all those noise is heard screaming up the street but the cars generally don’t go anywhere fast. Great sound with zero actual go. I’ve owned them too

[@justintoeverything]

@@agga3955 yeh, designed for maximum time for hearing them drive by

[@wce05308]

@@agga3955 who cares there's always something faster. Not many engines are as reliable though.

[@larndelaney7848]

@@agga3955 uve owned clapped out shit boxes then.mine goes quite nice thank you very much

[@hayden6056]

90% of them make a lot of noise and go nowhere. The rest have some decent money sunk in them 😂

[@pickelteets]

"And if i didn't say in inches, no one would know what I was talking about." I wish you knew how much I love you lol

[@SirRamone]

Yeah we got Holden V8s down here in Tassie ... and yes they usually end up in the bushes ! Straight 6's seem to be the thing ....... they still end up in bushes.

[@wobblysauce]

But the difference was how far did the car get wrapped around the tree.

[@twelvepointfour]

You can just see the hope on Al's face, waiting for Woody to ask if he wore brown or red onions on his belt... but alas, nothin'.

[@johnovegas]

Al's commentary is informative and entertaining. As an american, I find the Australian mannerisms very entertaining

[@jamessouthern3123]

Could listen to Al talk about engines and just stuff for hours

[@farkenfigjam8732]

Watching them take the bearings out makes me want to cry. This engine with supposedly 190k looks brand new compared to mine with around 120k. My bearings were so worn that the copper was showing on nearly every crank/piston bearing. I don't even want to think about what the cam will look like when I take the top end apart. SERVICE YOUR ENGINES PEOPLE!!!

[@mantravision69]

Holden engine archaeology class, love it! I was always a crossflow boy, but this is still riveting

[@RyanMiller-ly4li]

There's something so satisfying about hearing bolts crack loose. Cant wait to see what this goes in.

[@bostedtap8399]

Methinks the "8 ball " 🎱 is looking for "10 mm" sockets!. We need a 10 mm socket emoji ? Looking forward to much Aussie V 8 Ness. Thanks for sharing.

[@beardbuilds5140]

Yeah the skid factory 🏭 Aussie 5L for the win !!

[@alexcorona]

Adam Ridley the Aussie Ford 5.0L was legendary as well. Way before the coyote and after the Windsor.

[@scottsherrington7294]

@@alexcorona WTF! The Windsor was used through to the AU then they went to the mod motor in the BA. When did Ford Australia design a 5.0L of their own!

[@joeycowen7929]

Ford Built the 302 (5ltr) Cleveland in Australia cast here heads redesigned here , 6 inch rods , crank 3.0 inch. Sure was based on American Cleveland but now USA wants Aussie Cleveland's cause better heads and block.

[@larndelaney7848]

@@joeycowen7929 lmao nobody in USA wants 30 year old shitty engine parts.What information have you based your comment off? Lmfao

[@axeman6560]

Interesting history of this motor and dear Peter Brock's input to a 304 motor. Nice one.

[@krissfpv4079]

Really enjoyed learning the 304 history 👍.

[@JimPropert]

Loving the eight ball surprises. Alan's knowledge on engines is outstanding. I learn something every time I watch these videos.

[@nickkerslake4704]

Like this post for Al and Woody to build a 355 stroker outta this!

[@mattnoyes7729]

What a complete fountain of knowledge you are Al...bloody amazing

[@TimsAFK]

Hell yes boys! My first car was a 304 VP Wagon. Stoked on this one.

[@BuiltByBlake]

Holy shit Al, the knowledge you have is absolutely second to none. Crazy background and passion on everything on the skid factory

[@JordyValentine]

Yes! Finally back on a motor I know, stoked to see some GM stuff from you guys

[@matttutt8785]

Something soothing about an engine rebuild

[@79series]

So good to see old school and all the good info. Can't wait to see the turbo on this.

[@ewingfox6459]

wow guys... stepping up your audio game wit this video - great continuity and general awesomeness!

[@TheDrgrim]

i have waited so long for an in depth video on this engine what a great engine builder an person awsum work guys kep it up

[@silkysixx]

This was the perfect love letter to the Holden V8. To my mind, you showed the engine and what it represented just as much love as it deserved - and not an ounce more 😂

[@kizjay2730]

Thank you so much for this I love the Holden V8, my favourite engine. Driven 304’s as daily’s for many years and have a n/a 355 in the build for my VN Calais.

[@westschleife]

Love it when Al gives the detailed history and knowledge. Cool to learn over here in the states. Now put two hair dryers on it.

[@thephaze3]

Love the history lessons, you're real good at explaining things

[@dj-two-timing-timmy]

MCM and Skid factory number 8 & 9 on trending, well done lads 👊🏻

[@heyhayhay247]

Except only one is worthy of that. Skid Factory is the only good thing to come out of MCM. No childish sex jokes or weird tangents; just knowledge and thorough builds.

[@clinty51]

Always love the history lessons included in a teardown

[@danieledwards1081]

You're onto it with the splayed 4 bolt main caps Al, Steve Morris agrees with you on that and I think he knows a thing or 2 about big strength, high horsepower engine design 👌 I have a couple of VS generation 304s and an old blue 253 sitting in my shed at the moment 🤣

[@julianbrecciaroli7577]

Story time with Al.. loved every minute of it 👌🏻

[@saltydog888]

And the best history lesson I’ve had in 40 years.

[@O000hShiny]

Awesome work @skidfactory this brought back a lot of great memories pulling all nighters helping rebuild a mates 308 which ended up in my hands after he decided to sell his car. I eventually decided to stick this injection head and manifold combo on my VB commodore as they fitted that HQ red block, i still remember the engine number, it was a great little combo that I still miss today

[@SIRSKITZ]

BRILLIANT!!! I'm about to build a 304, first ever attempt at building an engine! A box of lemon squash comin to ya after i finish 💪😎

[@fordshop11]

Love the commentary Turbo Yoda! Very knowledgeable and just pleasant to listen too

[@titaniumw-qy4ys]

Very educational thanks for the info I didn't know anything about those engines as an American . Please keep up the great work

[@jeffwhite9001]

Excellent info with the story of these engines, one of my favourite V8's

[@lancelaprarie6128]

One of the best channels on KZbin

[@mxboardguitarsnake5]

This is so cool! Would Love to see more engine teardowns/ Australian motoring history lessons.

[@jonwilson6077]

Can't wait to hear it run

[@danielminchev6031]

A truck load of technical info, thanks for everything you do :)

[@1993kawasaki]

love how the 🎱 keeps making an appearance!

[@MrDwyers1]

Another awesome video - thanks guys! Loved the history lesson with the 304 too.

[@elidonohoe4553]

YESS I AM WATCHING EVERY EPISODE AS ITS RELEASED I LOVE THESE ENGINES SO MUCH

[@t0mn8r35]

Very informative. I learnt a lot. I have always had Holden V8's. I even had a blueprinted VK 5 liter which ran like a Swiss watch. My favourite.

[@johnkraft7461]

Totally agree on that one ! I had a mate in the 80's who had a VK with a fully balanced 304 - @ 60 km/h in first gear it was like a sewing-machine - SO SMOOTH !!!

[@thereignofdando]

Al's virtually encyclopaedic with his knowledge. Could listen to the man explain engines on repeat.

[@NERvRE]

Currently working on my VR statesman and you sir are a god send

[@michaeltristan]

Enjoying the larger displacement builds- more skids- more fun. Leave those tiny car to Marty.

[@ianharrd]

michael tristan nice yeah I loved the VL turbo project then unsubscribed because I’m not interested in any of the projects after that .. now the 304 project Yes Please and I’m a subscriber again 👌. ... hope they slap a come stroker crank In her !! Standard 304’s boring! I speak from experience! As I have a VL Calais 5.0 with the roller cam engine stroked to 355 🇦🇺

[@michaeltristan]

@@ianharrd mad skids!

[@RyTrapp0]

Aww HELL yea - an old school[based] pushrod V8!!! Gettin' that modern Haltech treatment! I'm looking forward to this!

[@TheCorporateRobinHood]

This bloke is a legend. Pissed myself at the squashed can and 8 ball. 🤙

[@rainvillecreative5410]

I'm glad you mentioned the main bearing side clearances, everyone else seems to overlook it. My vertical clearances check out, but the sides of the bearings are 3 thousandths more narrow, which is smaller than the crank! I hope it seats better when I put the crank in, otherwise I guess I need to swap bearings until they check out.

[@adman6380]

Very cool as always, had a VR with 304 , first engine didnt get real tired til it had over 500000 ks on it. Good old things!

[@terrencehopkins8259]

Wish I could like multiple times. Also love the additional video at the end of your episodes. Keep up the great work. Also I’m a mechanic 25k north of Brissy. I dont get to do the kinds of things you guys are doing. Makes watching your videos very interesting and informative thank you guys

[@edgecumbe3120]

The venerable Holden V8! I actually miss mine after watching this.

[@STREETCARCULTURE]

Good work. I had a 308 333 stroker with vn heads and the banana manifold. Was a torque weapon.

[@andrewcollins7355]

Finally a good sounding v8 on the channel

[@K4rt80y]

A hard day at work is rewarded with a lemon squash and Skid Factory. Aw yiss.

[@mattyallwood]

Thanks guys, Looking forward to this one

[@jasonmarks1893]

Good on ya mate for all ur information and experience

[@mattslimmer8633]

Thanks for the 304 history lesson!

[@Michael-dp4tz]

You're the man, Turbo Yoda.

[@jaredfarney675]

i knew nothing about Holden 304's before this. Thanks!

[@jasonschultz66]

Jared Farney aaaand if you believe this guys dribble you still won’t sir😉

[@shunned9]

I'm very confused by this engine but learned alot gonna have to research these further.

[@timothymarks4520]

Hey lads love the show killa as legends wat dreams are made of

[@jaspergobes]

I love it Al. A see thru plastic bag of bolts... Then labelling it "bolts" now you won't have to open it an look inside to know what it is! Classic.

[@Woodsy255]

We had one of these at Tafe we pulled apart in our Cert 2 course, nice simple motors to work on!

[@brendanrandle]

one of my favourite sounding engines

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[@JAlfredoMoralesV]

The Skid Factory love from mexico 🇲🇽❤️🇲🇽❤️🇲🇽

[@adamnorth8412]

From what i can see they look like aftermarket pistons has i have almost the same but in a flat top. ACL are quite a good budget piston

[@mclarenjohnf1]

Subbed from the go

[@harleywalls6356]

hey throw that engine in my ute lol

[@tdlaustralia7791]

Excellent, this is what I've been waiting for.

[@samboeighty5]

Excellent video lads keep up the good work

[@DMF351]

Great video. Always informative.

[@kylemudd9995]

Its good to see u build more v8s on this chennel

[@rhiannanmaggs1449]

Unreal video guys..best I’ve seen well done

[@ericcrutchfield9761]

I could listen to this bloke all day>

[@gamingdad87]

Awesome video keen on watching how this build goes

[@N.I.R.A.T.I.A.S.]

This video is more Australian than a Maccas run in a VH Commodore with Acca Dacca on the radio and a pack of durries tucked up ya sleeve.

[@doom64101]

Just in time for my engine rebuild

[@crispycris]

Dowerin, WA, August 2003. Had to start my VC/SLE 253 in 0 (zero) Celsius. It actually started. Thumped like anything, but it ran.

[@stephenbachman132]

i always look forward to a new build.

[@gixgix457]

Love the Aussie stuff. Makes me fell old but.

[@bigredmachine8673]

Thanks for sharing your passion and knowledge about this engine Al. I own a 94VR CLUBSPORT 5Ltr my pride and joy for 5year's now and planning to keep it for ever, it sounds awesome and man she's pretty quick. Great video Al, it inspiring me how to look after my baby lol. Cheers bro. From Aotearoa NZ

[@powerofone1645]

Very interesting and informative thanks for your time and effort.

[@lorelleggg]

Love the content boys 👍🏼 keep up the awesome work.

[@detroitredwing919]

Ilove those steely w/ beauty rings and stock center caps 💪 GREAT LOOK 🙌much love