2JZ Lawn Mower Does Donuts! + Brakes and Suspension

New merch and giveaway here! www.grindhardplumbingco.com/ today we upgrade the suspension on the 2jz lawnmower build making it softer and more appropriate for the new light weight of the lawn tractor. We also put on new breaks and stiffened the custom chassis. Now this Toyota powered rat rod can spin! Doing drifting, burnouts, donuts and more!
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[@GrindHardPlumbingCo]

New merch and giveaway here! www.grindhardplumbingco.com thanks guys!

[@feminazislayer]

Intercooler or constant belt driven fan ?

[@bobthefish9327]

By the way would you guys be interested in selling your snowmobile trike?

[@donaldpowers3314]

Anyone else see a need a ROLL BAR.... maybe some like a "mini rod tractor puller" protect yourself. Please!

[@dajiban9325]

I wish I could buy one of these projects

[@triple-7839]

Please run the exhaust 2into one, straight up, with a tractor flap

[@Rattus-Norvegicus]

That thing needs a exhaust stack with a tractor flap STAT!

[@anactualeggplant6708]

I’m thinking a titanium angle exit muffler with a tractor flap to complete the look

[@M3NTAL-YT]

It needs an exhaust stack with a tractor flap coming out of a big turbo!!

[@juddy3602]

Definitely a 4 inch exhaust stack comming from a turbo

[@CalebEllisComedy]

Heck yeah🤙

[@michaelblacktree]

Heck yeah!

[@VasilyBuilds]

Sweet! Let's line our tractors up sometime

[@dylanstewart4861]

i’d have to see that!

[@kyleelliott8364]

Nah your tractor vs. the general 💯

[@miatagarage3432]

Would be epic

[@Skiridr22]

I would love to see that

[@treyanderson749]

Yooo this would be awesome

[@vinnyvega1985]

“Your tractor mows grass. My tractor throws grass”

[@billsfanmc1786]

Your tractor mow grass my tractor hauls ass

[@comdrive3865]

gets lawn done either way

[@handyhippie6548]

"honey, why does the jag make that horrible grinding noise?" "because you need to turn up the radio." "ok, will do. i'm glad it was a simple fix. i was worried it was going to be complicated."

[@darkflameboy175]

Haha! I love this

[@gowerski]

"non stop burnouts and doughnuts is not exactly normal conditions" yes it is lol

[@lincolngraves2170]

For me it is

[@DuckyFuzzer]

Would love to see a #hoonigan this vs that with one of these builds

[@meepmeep917]

Hell yeah

[@trillrifaxegrindor4411]

check the banshee vs the worlds fastest c8 vette....ill let you guess who wins

[@flappyandrew]

vs the kei truck

[@MajorProblem698]

The onboard at the end was icing on the cake.

[@Serasitas]

You should reinforce the weak section with more than just that bolt on plate, welding some plate steel to thicken those frame rails would help considerably, that chassis was never meant to have that power or move at that speed.

[@RCDisiac]

Reminds me of a caterham with the fenders moving with the suspension. Technically a plumber could make a transition to fabricator with ease and mechanics do alot of plumbing on these builds not to mention a pipe fitter

[@ThaMythbuster]

God I love this channel! Most KZbinrs do builds with crazy engine swaps or twin turbos but normally it's still a roadworthy somewhat useable car in the end but your entire channel is based around making absolutely pointless, impractical vehicles that you can only use to have fun and nothing else. Builds that most people have only thought of "you know what would be hilarious..." but you guys actually build those ideas and that's just awesome.

[@pnwexplorer5343]

Throw a Toyota Prius EPS setup on and you’d be set!

[@mitchoconnell6944]

I see alot of people use a Volvo EPS as well!

[@pnwexplorer5343]

@@mitchoconnell6944 Toyota engine, Toyota steering🤷🏻‍♀️

[@joshuajackson8142]

Bad Azz!! !

[@joshuajackson8142]

Turbo!!!

[@Choochinc]

My favorite thing is putting a completely unnecessary amount of power on regular yard equipment, so this is the type of thing I would absolutely build if I actually had any land to use it on.

[@izzyman529]

idk exactly what you've got going on with joining the thin subframe and beefy tractor chassis, but those cracks may be in part due to the sharp corners causing stress concentrations in the metal, maybe try a radiused gusset where you have sharp corners, awesome work btw!

[@johnbosworth784]

Man, I wish you all would finish this! Of all your builds this is my favorite, the blown up Odesye 2nd followed close by the 3 (sometimes 4) wheeled Skidoo, or the Ute, or the... oh, hell, I like 'em all. But my fav is this Simplicity/Jaguar/Toyota.

[@danrood779]

I'm glad you have taken the time to share your adventures 😊 it's fun to be able to look forward to what crazy thing you have come up with next! Much appreciated and can't wait for you next video!

[@lawrenwimberly7311]

on the rear, put the drivers side spring on the front passenger side spring on the rear... cancel axle wrap forces

[@dembrowi_n_c.5111]

I doubt it would make a difference on irs since you have two separate systems.

[@michaelblacktree]

You don't have to worry about axle wrap on independent rear suspension.

[@trillrifaxegrindor4411]

there arent any axel wrap forces

[@The.riddlerrrrr]

aye. when are y’all gonna start the tank build

[@teun3526]

@mastermilo

[@dangibbo8933]

100% can't wait for that one

[@MiGujack3]

@@teun3526 Oh wow I totally forgot about that tan tank, need to check the progress.

[@archangelspythons]

It will probably be like all the other electric builds automotive channels are doing right now. They need a whole new set of skills and a new group of experts to talk too so they take a step and then wait a while to take the next

[@austinneel1696]

I’ve been following for I’d say 7-9 months now and all I can say is I’m blown away by you guys

[@davidblanck4131]

Tragic weather. However, this is the super summer. Take advantage of it! Wish I could afford to myself lol. This year is going to be a great test to all of tour builds. Cheers!

[@neonnerd1364]

I love the grind hard spring compressor. Worked like a charm.

[@breaunagreen9445]

"It may not mow the grass, but it will remove it permanently." Need that as a slogan on a new shirt themed around the 2jz mower.

[@RebelGoatFPV]

I'm picturing a Grind Hard Plumbing Museum where motorheads from around the world can come get close up looks at your builds/art.. Seriously, another great monster you've created!

[@gregferris9378]

We really enjoy watching your builds progress. Always a fun time.

[@mickmuzzmkmz1628]

That's sick! Although I still would like to see smaller diameter wheels on the front, to give it more of that authentic mower/tractor stance.🚜

[@michaelsimon5877]

Funny I was watching jay Leno's garage I saw ya guys I can't believe how far ya y'all have come great content me nice to learn new things

[@Thatusernameisnotavailable.]

You guys gotta get this beast back in the shop and finish it.

[@footnotedrummer]

Watching you guys build this stuff is amazing. I love it!

[@lawrenwimberly7311]

I need those heavy front springs... I'm a knifesmith.... I'll send you a knife for them

[@GrindHardPlumbingCo]

awesome man, thanks!

[@Rattus-Norvegicus]

Do you make anything good for murderin?

[@lawrenwimberly7311]

@@Rattus-Norvegicus LOL look me up on FB, send a friends request and look through my untitled folder in photo's

[@honzajaros9949]

It's the coolest build, you've done. You living your dream. Building aand driving crazy projects in abadoned farm without getting angry neighbours.

[@kainalukaohi5990]

I leave for basic training and I come back to watch y’all and y’all put a 2J inside of a lawnmower thats dope af

[@jaymugridge1810]

Time for a roll cage . Will give chassis stiffness and much needed safety. Very mad max . You can tell three buddy's having fun . Brilliant show.

[@MW3BEJ]

Alright. Who thinks a grind hard pluming co. DLC on forza would be sick? Is it just me

[@fordy19]

Yeah, imagine the barbie jeep

[@anythingwithanengine8736]

Or on wreckfest

[@Mixer_Driving_Nurse]

I would love to see this in the burn out competition at a Cleetus and Cars. 😂

[@Its_Vogue]

yes pleeeease!

[@anthonyestevez118]

And there we have it! The coolest tractor on the planet! Awesome build! Thanks for sharing!

[@Ryan-kr2ox]

I'm sure it's been said a million times already, but I just can't believe you guys get paid to have this much fun! I love every build! This channel just keeps getting better and better! Bravo!

[@micahjensen7407]

Ok now y'all should put the mowing part back on lol

[@Avetho]

I'd imagine grafting a Power Take-Off to a 2JZ is no simple task, but that would be awesome regardless Edit: Alternatively they could rig a massive secondary 24V alternator like the CE Neihoff C-803D (525 amps of fury like holy shit man, and 24 volts too that's 12.6kW peak) and connect it via a switch and thick 4 gauge copper wire to an electric motor, or perhaps two motors in series one on either side to run the blades, and linear actuators running off the regular alternator to raise or lower the cutting head. But that's a shitton of work, adapting the normal mechanism and a PTO is far easier. Edit2: There's a measurement of HP per Foot in terms of PTO power requirements, and generally it seems to be 5 HP/ft. I don't quite understand what the unit represents, maybe per foot of grass cut per rotation of the blades? Whatever it is, the 2JZ has plenty of power, just gear down the PTO to speeds emulating a lower RPM torquey engine like a diesel or a Briggs, or pair the motor power draw to the maximum of the alternator. The C-803D outputs at maximum nearly 16.9 horsepower of electricity, and that maybe comes out at 15 horsepower at the motors, 7.5 per side, and I just realized I have no idea what I'm even talking about anymore, so I'm going to get a Tylenol and crash into REM sleep.

[@micahjensen7407]

@@Avetho These guys could do it

[@Avetho]

@@micahjensen7407 They certainly could.

[@Scott_Williams]

I’m relieved that you put different springs in the front cause cutting springs makes the suspension stiffer...

[@GrindHardPlumbingCo]

Definitely

[@dcain1987]

Not with all the pre load they had he could have taken 4 inches off and the ride hight would have been the same

[@wildvandee1079]

I've been watching a lot of your videos lately I'm currently watching the play list of the Jeep Hurricane And the to 2jz lawn mower It's actually kind of inspiring the more that I watch

[@GrindHardPlumbingCo]

thanks man! Appreciate that!

[@wildvandee1079]

To be honest it's just something I'm super intrested I love watching video like this I watch roadkill a lot and I love watching hoonigan videos I'm a muscle car car guy at heart And I'm proud of it

[@kazanboiracing952]

i love your videos. i just found the channel and watch and like every episode for the last days. i noticed that you dont swear. thats so rare on youtube.

[@KevshredinatorNo1]

I would so love to see this beast do a top speed run on a old air strip or something once it's tuned or even a pass on a drag strip. Even though I would imagine it be seriously sketchy to do

[@themagnushjort]

Make a water sprayer trailer for the Colonel. So you can prepare the track and reduce dust.

[@daleyfun2247]

Second

[@socks2441]

thats a great idea

[@blake4twenty]

I think that might be a better use for the fire truck than making it a toy hauler.

[@jonnyrocket]

Walking up the tree and finish a 360°...Dude!!!! Awesome!

[@Dancing_Alone_wRentals]

Watching all the fabricating and problem solving along the way has been fun. It all led up to the tree back flip.

[@jopkaan]

I'm missing the straight up tractor exhaust with tractor flap.

[@jonaslythje8076]

And a little turbski

[@jaky2484]

I have been watching you for quite some time now and I always asked myself why you are called Grind Hard Plumbing Company?

[@GrindHardPlumbingCo]

We've talked about it a few times on our podcast (our second channel Sent and Bent). It started as a joke

[@drkrypton4410]

Im guessing it has something to do with males and females.

[@jaky2484]

@@GrindHardPlumbingCo Oh ok I get it.

[@kornami8678]

Beautiful! Need a ball knob for your shifter stick. Looks like you're ready for the Pike's Peak Mountain climb.

[@curtisnewton895]

that thing is beyond cool....cant wait to see it painted

[@codyjones4280]

Man if you crash that thing the shifter is literally going to tear you a new one.

[@archangelspythons]

Didnt they say it's getting a race seat, 5-point, and cage?

[@Grimm-Gaming]

I hate how good that 2j sounds! Reminds me of an old school.....Jag

[@user-yc1nh8tk2m]

Another epic video my friends! Full delivery of awesome!!! Thank you again for making my Friday, look forward to the next!!!!

[@assaultlick2169]

Gnarly. A steering wheel knob and a cutting brake could be good additions. Loving the builds. The 3 of you are killing it, Sam has been such an awesome addition to the channel

[@oc1rob]

As a brit im really struggling with Sams pronunciation of Jaguar.... Its JAG-YOU-ARR, Not JAG-WIRE ;-)

[@bl00dh4nd4]

Keeps need to sponsor GHPC, before Ethan loses all his hair.

[@cloakdaggercustoms3903]

A fellow Rob Dahm viewer?

[@blitzz7316]

@@cloakdaggercustoms3903 Why yes I am

[@cloakdaggercustoms3903]

@@blitzz7316 A man of culture. I tip my hat to you, good sir.

[@socks2441]

keeps, like all hair loss companies are bs. and as much as i like rob dahm and his channel (i watch most of his videos). he, like most youtubers, is lying through his teeth for his sponsor. he has never had hair loss problems and keeps has not saved him from said hair loss. just sayin'

[@cloakdaggercustoms3903]

@@socks2441 I honestly think the same thing. It's all a scam. But, the point remains that we all watched Rob's videos and GHPC videos. And that, my friend, is what brings us together.

[@HightowerLSSD]

Rollcage/Racing seat with belts, mirrors, proper lights/signals, then register it to use as a quick go-to-store buggy.

[@theirishaxe9405]

I'm so mad I've missed the last two videos until just now you tube DIDN'T notify me!! These last two videos didn't show up in my feed at all!.😡. Glad I found them!

[@tallzoeofficial2417]

Man put a turbo on it

[@GrindHardPlumbingCo]

always

[@EthanFabz]

Day 49 of asking grind hard to do there version of mini mayhem.

[@GrindHardPlumbingCo]

maybe

[@Rattus-Norvegicus]

Or just go to Mini Mayhem?

[@jacobr3552]

Are y'all still working on this bad boy? This thing is sweet. Watched the whole playlist and I'm subscribed now.

[@ronniewilliz153]

Bust out that banshee on the trailer. The mower is sick. Nice job. It's gonna be a nice rig once it's got all the kinks worked out.

[@jamescharlesl7662]

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[@harrisanderson8689]

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I wanted to trade crypto but got confused by the fluctuations in price

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@@charlottewilliams3786 That won't bother you if you trade with a professional like mr donald marshall

[@lukethompson6303]

I heard that he's trading strategies are really good

[@slimjim2291]

A high flow thermostat can make a big difference in temps. Changed the whole attitude of my 76 gmc sprint with a mild build on the 350.

[@lukecarter7598]

Y’all extremely down to earth doin all this with u hands is a plus to watch

[@123steveholt]

I love the “auto greaser” at 5:33 Team work makes the dream work!

[@TheFastStang]

AWESOME - the tractor as well as the backflip...

[@thomasbrannigan9319]

I can only dream to have your skills ethan, I have been watching grind hard for a long time tou guys are amazing keep it up, from the UK 👏

[@stevenjennings8347]

Awesome informational educational video experience Y'alls God Bless Ya 🙏

[@X3R0D3D]

i came for the offroad bimmer ute ... i stayed for literally every single video since then... Wicked project guys!

[@turbomonte1]

Looks like fun! Didn't think it was possible for a JZ to sound bad, I was wrong. haha

[@MTBwMacc]

Just awesome you guys really do have great content thanks for the great product I always enjoy

[@kevinstauffer7409]

Should put some louvers on the hood of the 2JZ mower to help with cooling and reducing 'under-hood' temps. And would look cool haha. Awesome content !!!

[@willh678]

Definitely exhaust and a tune, love this build👍👍

[@trojan6530]

I love all your builds...you are masters of your trade

[@jackhume4532]

Wow guys !!!!! that sure does look like a lot fun.

[@jammils38]

From lawn mower to lawn remover... that thing is sick !

[@lawrenwimberly7311]

build at least a minimal roll cage... tie it into the frame for rigidity... I would also go a bit smaller on the tires

[@GrindHardPlumbingCo]

we will, no worries

[@thomaschism3636]

When I was a mechanic in the late 90s early 2000s those jags were the most expensive breaker job we did. The c3 corvette was high also, but still half off the jag

[@Astraeus..]

Back in HS a buddy and I took a 125cc engine out of a Honda dirt bike and slapped it into an old riding mower. It was sufficiently ridiculous and basically impossible to steer anywhere after 2nd gear. We even put on the snow chains to get it some more traction cause the rear wouldn't hook at all....long story short, this is way more insane than that :P

[@MurphCraft]

Interesting point to consider is cutting springs makes them Harder/firmer! Except where there is lots of preload I guess then maybe you can get it slightly softer at start of travel.

[@murk1352]

Gotta put a small turbo on it! Just to have way more fun & they make so many parts for the 2JZ. I like that plate you made with all the dimpled holes...👍🏁

[@eddiebyrne8984]

Holy smokes that thing rips freaking awesome can't wait to see the next crazy thing you all build

[@GrindHardPlumbingCo]

yewwwww

[@mrshaneyt43]

Love it ....removes grass permanently...pure gold👍🤣

[@sakusyreeni1532]

i remember when u guys had 70k subs when i started to watch u! Love how far have u guys come!

[@evandarling699]

I remember it was like $1200 mid 90's ish. I worked at the Jag dealer and could knock those out in a day. Upsell diff reseal (they always leak)and make good money!

[@deadbrian9247]

The camshaft steering linkage is one of the most mad max things I've seen and it's awesome.

[@janholst]

Good to see you are so environmentally responsible, wearing your brake pads down zero)). no waste there!

[@dustygray3195]

There you guys go again. Inspiring me!

[@tgsubie]

The coozie and the garage banners are sweeeet.

[@steviefigs4677]

Man this build looks insanely fun!!!!

[@hustlesmith]

Thank you. Music is always on point.

[@jeffbalschmiter2244]

Water wetter in coolant. Lowers the temp like ten degrees. I used it in my four wheeler.

[@mason1798]

I don’t know why these guys don’t have millions of views... they need the attention for what they do it’s crazy❤️💯💯

[@thegreatpotato4882]

you could take the area of space in-between the dash and the hood and put panels there for extra gauges and switches and youu could possibly move them back to be hidden so it still has the tractor look

[@LoneRevD]

Really cool, I had done a old Audi with inboard brakes, what a pita that was lol...

[@lincolngraves2170]

I love he says “it’s a dusty day” in June, and our Christmas in MS is normally this dusty.😂😂

[@bongzonthebeat]

You could easily backflip off that tree, man i like these guys already 😆🤘🏼😆🤘🏼

[@stupidmemerman]

Damn this amazing project came so far welldone!!!

[@laika6978]

That backflip was awesome.

[@brandonlindgren9152]

I have just subscribe thank you I thought all of the creativity and hope in this world was gone until I watched this video I have Hope now

[@benjaminrippons2321]

This badass rig needs to be at the hoonigans compound or at one of cletus McFarland events!