3 years later this is still the best build block build video on the whole internet. I watched every second of every video.. Man I was so scared to tear into my 454 big block in my 1970 Chevelle but man you gave me confidence to get to it.. I might use everything you used unless you have feedback on what you would’ve done differently? Fantastic videos & fantastic reason for doing the videos. I am glad you got to do it with your dad!
@2carpros5 ай бұрын
That's so nice of you! You got this! Nope I wouldn't change a thing. I still love everything about mine! Thanks for watching!
@davidouellette96662 жыл бұрын
Warning! This series will suck you in and you will binge watch it! I can not compliment you enough on the quality of the videos. Your commentary is clear and concise and easy to follow and understand. I was just curious about what is involved with building a 454. Now I’m searching for a block. Thank you.
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
That's so awesome to read! Thank you so much for watching!
@soeffner68333 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this. Honestly think i learned more in this series than i expected when i started. Well done.
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@robertcollier11282 жыл бұрын
I agree also.learned more than I thought I would've
@rodolfogana25082 жыл бұрын
@@2carpros awesome videos just had a question when you adjusted total timing was your timing advanced hooked up or not? and wat was the initial timing set to, some people say 4 or 8 or even 12 at idle with vaccum hose disconnected. Thanks
@tonybustos2396 Жыл бұрын
Very informative to put towards what i got to do to my 88 chevy 454 also😜
@PatriotNames Жыл бұрын
I have several big blocks I have wanted to rebuild. Thanks for your series, I now feel like I can do it.
@2carpros Жыл бұрын
Nice! Yep, you got this! Thanks for watching!
@tontofbox5989 Жыл бұрын
3-25-2023 Very good job. And Mr. 454 sounds good.
@josherickson4313 Жыл бұрын
This video compilation has made my rockie 454 build so much easier. I’ve read through the Haynes manual, which is good for learning, but hard to follow with minimal experience. These videos are detailed and easy to follow.
@KingxofxKicks3 жыл бұрын
This series is so underrated. Really appreciate every detail in each part.Cant wait to start my own build.
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Hey thanks so much for watching! I want everyone to build their own engines so the muscle car era can happen again!
@graemepaul87482 жыл бұрын
“That’s the fun of these cars, they require work”. So true. That’s me finished all 3 engine rebuild playlists. Enjoyed them a lot, learned a lot. Well done.
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
Always fun to tinker! Thanks so much for watching them all!
@peterflaherty1592 Жыл бұрын
Awesome job Ryan I learned a lot
@mikekishbaugh5173 жыл бұрын
i really appreciate this series brother, thank you! The details and well explained methods have taught me how to proceed with my gen IV 454. It's cool that you've added this content to KZbin. There's no greater reason than to honor your Grandfather and your Dad with this legacy knowledge. Thanks man.
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Hey thanks so much for your comment and for watching!
@michaelskriba6201 Жыл бұрын
Dude, finished watching your series…very well done. Keep doing it 👍
@2carpros Жыл бұрын
Thanks a ton!
@abdullahkamara3142 жыл бұрын
Ryan Ryan, can't thank you enough bro, I have watch the whole series 3 times 🥴, and starting my build 5 months ago, and I just finished my 1st ever bb chevy build Once again cheers man 👍🏾🙂👍🏾
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
Awesome! So cool to read that! Thanks for watching!
@bryanbeus10963 жыл бұрын
This series was amazing. I'm trying to replace a 350 5.7L (small block, for those who don't know) and I watched your entire series just to get my head around what needs to be done. So helpful! Thanks.
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
Yeah this is super similar to a SBC. Thanks for watching!
@evega8023 жыл бұрын
Hands down the best video series in my opinion. Purchased a 1969 impala 2 door coupe with a 327cu and 2 speed power glide last year. I want to put in a 454 big block and a 4 speed automatic. Thanks to your videos i will have the confidence to rebuild that 454 myself. Thank you for taking your time in producing these videos. E. Vega
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Nice! Thanks for watching!
@kailuagarage3 жыл бұрын
Perfect! I agree about Powerblock - I have watched it forever and I enjoy it but I learned more in this series and the 5.3 than I did in all those years of watching those TV shows. I am sure your grandfather would be extremely proud!
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Hey Gary, thanks so much for saying that and for watching!
@QueNwithQ2 жыл бұрын
Hey man I really appreciate your content. You have helped me out so much with my Big Block!! I can sit for hours and watch your Videos, I've never seen engine building broken down in such great detail. Thank you Brother.
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thank you for watching!
@davidmay61672 жыл бұрын
Great series! I'm getting ready to rebuild a '77 454. Perfect time to find this.
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
Awesome! This is perfect for you then!
@devonparish56787 ай бұрын
So after I pulled my 472 out I’m now working on building a 454 just watched the entire series and I’m impressed! Can’t wait to get started!
@2carpros7 ай бұрын
NICE! Thanks for watching!
@devonparish56787 ай бұрын
@@2carpros thank you for making this ! Saves some money a little lol
@mikeyup99003 жыл бұрын
The best series on youtube. I am building my bigblock too. Thank you
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Nice! Let me know how it goes! Thanks for watching Mike!
@phildutton23203 жыл бұрын
This has been an awesome series. Really appreciate all of the detail. Just starting to tear down my 454 to rebuild as a retirement project. So good to have such information from start to finish. Thank you for doing this.
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
So glad you found it helpful! Thanks so much for watching Phil and good luck on your build!
@stevecanyon232 жыл бұрын
Thanks for all the knowledge provided for free. Great help for completing my 68 Camaro w/ Gen IV 454 engine.
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
Great to hear! Thanks for watching!
@stevecanyon232 жыл бұрын
@@2carpros hey Ryan, I have two more questions for you. Which radiator hoses did you use, do you have p/ns for me? And the spark wire separators look really neat. I'd appreciate a p/n for those. Thanks, Steve
@traviswebb6253 жыл бұрын
No words. Just awesomeness. Pure fire right here. Thanks for doing this build series!
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
More to come! Thanks for watching Travis!
@traviswebb6252 жыл бұрын
Can you explain the "35 degrees" on the timing light as it relates to the 0 degree mark on the timing tab? What are you setting to 35 degrees advance if the harmonic balancer line is at 0? My stock application calls for timing to be set at 4 degrees BDC...does that mean I need 39 degrees? I'm confused...
@RonNVids3 жыл бұрын
Awesome series! I have been searching KZbin for information on actual engine building, and you did the best job here of showing the process for someone who never did it before. I actually feel like I could tackle it now, before a lot of it was a mystery. Thanks so much for this content. :)
@willyb50173 жыл бұрын
Hats off. Absolutely crazy awesome video series. Always been a SBC guy, just picked up a Gen IV, had all kinds of questions. Thank you!
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thanks for watching!
@DadbrosGarage3 жыл бұрын
Awesome. Now that it's complete let's see a complete disassembly of the same engine in one video. Can't wait to see that cheers haha
@earnestbunbury21033 жыл бұрын
lol AND kek
@DadbrosGarage3 жыл бұрын
@@earnestbunbury2103 work work
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Why would I take it apart though? Thanks for watching!
@DadbrosGarage3 жыл бұрын
@@2carpros because it would make interesting content bro.
@Iodotoluene3 жыл бұрын
@@2carpros you should do a Chevy afm engine without deleting it
@JuneEBug-gy6nt3 жыл бұрын
Huge fan of you, Ryan. Your work is absolutely appreciated
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that! Thanks for watching June!
@viruschill67362 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for your series I have mine tore down. I cant wait to start building it. With the help Of your series I have the full Confidence that I can totally do it. First I I'm learning sheet metal work and welding.
@cj81722 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ryan for the awesome videos and knowledge on the 454.
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
You bet! Thanks for watching!
@tonybustos2396 Жыл бұрын
Very informative so that i can work on my 88 chevy 454 also to find low compression due to new timming chain kit i put in😜
@iraqirestoration29912 жыл бұрын
Awesome guy Come from a great family Thank you for your videos Im still confused between LS or big block to put on my project will watch your LS build to take my decision Your videos are so cool it worth the time I wish I had a friend like you Huge regards. Your follower from Middle East RAHEEM 🤙🏼
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for watching and your kind words! Both are great choices, that's what makes it so hard to choose.
@ShawnGilbert19673 жыл бұрын
Nice series, as a long time BBC builder, user, tuner and getting long in the tooth, im sure your father/grandfather would be proud, I know I would.... One misconception is that 35 degree timing thing, a low of lower compression ( under 11 to 1) open chamber BBC combustion chamber functionality isn't on par with newer fast burn LS/LT style heads ect.. I've literally seen best power on 41-42 degrees with similar castings to what you just used especially in the 10 to 1 and under range...to accomplish this without electronics ( folks don't be scared to spend a few more dollars for a MSD programmable ignition box, your already used to buying the 6AL) buy using custom degree limiting bushings... So in his example he set his timing at 9 degrees idle and it wasn't 35 total timing...so he moved it up till it was....which increased the initial...the bushing in the counter weights limit the amount of centrifugal advance and the springs control the rate.. With larger cams, big ports and low compression what you can do is run more initial and limit the total with bushings and the spring sets your rate....( how fast timing comes in vs rpm, in his example it was all in by 3500rpm)... They can be super finicky on timing both for idle and cruise quality along with peak power and torque...often surprisingly on the older designs you can see big gains as long as your hot octane limited ( aka you don't have knock) on up there in timing...just me but most of the ones I build performed best around 37-38 degrees beyond that its a law of diminishing returns...just my 2 cents.... Having optimum timing will make chasing those carb settings he spoke of MUCH easier...and don't let anyone tell you that with enough work ( surprised he didn't go over power valve with the low of vacuum) and knowledge you can literally get it to idle, cruise and WOT with a wideband near EFI precision..... I use a home converted to sequential MPI street ram intake with a F1A-94 procharger thru a 4l80e OD lockup trans for many years but sometimes I miss the carb tinkering, drilling ect...it can be done the carb was forgiving and doesn't get as much respect as it deserves
@ShawnGilbert19673 жыл бұрын
Actually on re-read, way to much info and preachy sounding sorry everyone... I had built an LS for a 69 Camaro and was going to swap mine, then thought how about I maximize the old Dinosaur...aka high velocity small oval ports with a street ram and sequential MPI using a super efficient centri with no intercooler and 4l80e with 3.00 gears and I can cruise at 74mph in the mid 20mpg.... It just pleased me to see someone like you remember these things can be good engines and even modernized to be durable and effective...this 52 year old block has held 1200hp 500 hits....STOCK block with studs
@75zl13 жыл бұрын
Big blocks are the best!
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
They sure are! Thanks for watching Jared!
@scottburns45153 жыл бұрын
Awesome video series!!! A carb video would be awesome to see. That's the point I'm at right now.
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Hey thanks so much for watching Scott! We will do that in the future. I think I need to change power valves and take some jet out.
@scottburns45153 жыл бұрын
@@2carpros I'm playing with jetting on my carb and going down 2 sizes and see what that does. But that would be abgreat video series as well. You done a really good job on the 454 build series.
@kahikohammah Жыл бұрын
Powerblock TV was AWESOME!!!
@2carpros Жыл бұрын
LOVED Powerblock TV. Can't tell you how many mornings I got up early to watch it. Thanks for watching!
@kahikohammah Жыл бұрын
@@2carpros So have I. Like getting up early to watch Saturday morning cartoons. 🤣 I’ve recently came across your channel. in the past 2 days. I’ve watched every part of this build!!! Thank you for being informative and detailed. My wife has a ‘70 chevelle with a 454 motor in it, very good looking car. It’s not a true SS but that’s okay. There’s a lot of bugs to address and the motor is one. She’s thinking of buying a new motor for $13k. I haven’t priced checked all the parts you’ve used in the rebuild but I’m leaning towards rebuilding it the way you did yours. The motor is out of a truck as well. I forget the code and year tho. Sorry, I’m writing a novel but I’m trying to be brief but it’s hard. 🤣 Would it be cheaper to buy the $13k motor or rebuild it like this?
@Arizona_rider2 жыл бұрын
I watch this before I go to sleep. It’s like a cool bed time story. I did rebuild mine, I still seen temp spiking when ac on. I called the dealership and they said I should have an auxiliary fan up front from factory. That’s what what I was missing
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
That is cool to read! Thanks for watching!
@jeremyblack7307 Жыл бұрын
This was a good video series My first car was a 1967 chevelle with a 454 and 456 rear end gears. It would fly
@markallison8820 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for all your hard work !! 🙂
@2carpros Жыл бұрын
My pleasure!
@JuneEBug-gy6nt3 жыл бұрын
I’d love to see a collab between you and Uncle Tony’s Garage!
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Same! Thanks for watching!
@robertsimmons55753 жыл бұрын
top shelf job thanks for all of it
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@codysevedge75812 жыл бұрын
This series has been a life saver for me, I bought an old 454 and this really breaks everything down nice and easy for a beginner like me. Thank you for making this series!! Did you change out the fuel rail? Looks different than in the other videos.
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
That's awesome! Let me know how it goes! Yes I changed it out because it leaked like crazy. But I'm going to change it again in the next couple months. Thanks for watching!
@djl88412 жыл бұрын
Awesome build. This has really inspired me.
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thanks for watching!
@artmenchaca47863 жыл бұрын
Congrats bro thanks for the awesome video series
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching Art!
@travisadragna89332 жыл бұрын
Very cool video series, i watched each one. Ill be putting a 454 in a 77 caprice classic sport coupe, w/ holley sniper efi. Thanks for the motivation and detailed 'how to' series. Peace!
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
That sounds awesome! Thanks for watching!
@peterflaherty15927 ай бұрын
Love your 68 camaro, especially the color. My first car was a 68 camaro 350 so in Lemans blue
@2carpros7 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@markt9438 Жыл бұрын
So being that you blocked off the vacuum canister did you put a looser spring on the weights to bring in complete vacuum
@crystug772 жыл бұрын
great series brother. i learned a lot thanks for sharing your build
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!
@baldemar21022 жыл бұрын
What an incredible build series 👏 🙌 I have to ask and I hope you can answer. What is the entire value of the build? Parts, labor, machining, hardware etc...?
@rufusparks5761 Жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot for everything
@2carpros Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Rufus!
@F3MHUB3 жыл бұрын
You have no idea how grateful i am, could you please do a video about the cost and time and things we have to consider building an old amircan engines?
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! Probably not going to do a whole video on the cost and time break down because its varies so much.
@williammunny71332 жыл бұрын
Thank you much!
@ahmadbeepoetic5606 Жыл бұрын
Great video
@2carpros Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@ericwilliams77813 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this!
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
No worries!
@williamdegroat2103 жыл бұрын
WOW!!! Just finished the final video. Thank you so much!! You actually just started something my 7 year old son will remember me building a bbc(becuase of your video's)and one day I'll teach him and so on. All becuase of you man. Thank you so much!!!
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Wow that is so cool to read! Thank you so much for watching!!!
@jasoncardoza63753 жыл бұрын
Once you started screaming while timing it, I lost it 😆. Even funnier once you were done you had the calm collected voice again 😂
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
I was so excited! That doesn't happen much. Thanks for watching Jason!
@robertcollier11282 жыл бұрын
I don't know why but I laughed when you started yelling over your motor explaining what you was doing lol
@neilcorrado8710 Жыл бұрын
Hello watched the series a few times and moved onto the LS rebuild, In that series you mentioned "problems" with getting the the big block to fit into the camaro.Do you mind revisiting this series and let me/us know what issues you ran into any how you over came them.
@2carpros Жыл бұрын
Sure Neil, I can go into that now. So with the gen 1 Camaro, there are two parts that make it possible. GM originally designed the car for a straight six or a small block Chevy. Then later on in the life of the car decided to stuff a big block in it. The first part is the heater core box, you need the "big block" box. The next and this one threw me for a loop for months. The big block and small block have different engine stands. Not motor mounts but the things the motor mounts bolt to. The big blocks are tiled toward the passenger's side and a little forward to it can fit. I assumed they were the same they aren't. That was the final piece that lets the big block fit in the Camaro. Thanks for watching!
@neilcorrado8710 Жыл бұрын
@2CarPros Thank you for the reply. much appreciated. also how about the heads vs cam shaft question. and after a year or two how does the car run did you ever get it on a dyno ?? Neil
@douglasbuswell2482 Жыл бұрын
What horse power were you able to achieve with the 454 rebuild? Also, where can i find a parts list for you 454 build? Thank you for any info.
@2carpros Жыл бұрын
I did put it on the dyno in the car, we didn’t maker power though, just to tune it. It made 425 at tire but again we weren’t there to make power. This is my personal car and I didn’t want to beat on it. Thanks for watching!
@sarkisbarkil8672 жыл бұрын
u did a great job man, if u please go for overdrive trans. mechanical valve if possible.. ur method is professional easy and deep .. give us more fun.. tons of power and old school tunings..
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching!
@MHTownsend573 жыл бұрын
Oh I have also heard its best to adjust the idle mixture screws with the air cleaner on.
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Yeah but it won't film well and it wouldn't make a very big difference. Thanks for watching!
@864doorcutty2 жыл бұрын
This was a great series I watched the 5.3 as well will you ever get around to doing a oldsmobile v8 series there's absolutely no videos on KZbin showing a true step by step bolt for bolt it will definitely be a 1st
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for watching both series! I'm sure we will get to it at some point! Engines are always coming my way. Thanks for watching!
@Colez-qo7ym3 жыл бұрын
Awesome!! Question: I want to change pistons for less compression in my big block. It has 25 quarter mile runs. If cylinders look clean no scratches can I get away with just a hone? Great series bro
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Yeah I'd run it. Thanks for watching!
@alexpacheco598510 ай бұрын
what kind of exhaust system are you running? sounds great !!
@iansyme35353 жыл бұрын
Galling on the oil filter thread when you were showing how to clean up the gasket landing area ...... 11:30 in to video.
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
I just changed the oil again on my car and the threads are totally fine. Thanks for watching!
@joshaudet2 жыл бұрын
Why 35° advanced timing? You mentioned the grade of fuel affecting that ideal setting. Can you elaborate please?
@meltonwhite91426 ай бұрын
I rebuilt my 454 by watching your video but I’m having trouble finding the right headers for my car I have a 1977 Chevy impala, can you recommend some headers that work
@2carpros6 ай бұрын
Nice work! I'm happy to hear that! I just looked around for awhile and didn't make any headway. I'd call doug thorley headers and tell them what you are doing and they might be able to point you in the right direction. Sometimes they might have something that will work with a little modification. Baring that, you'd be looking into making yours custom or having and exhaust shop do it for you. Thanks for watching!
@robertcollier11282 жыл бұрын
Would you ever consider doing a build series on a turbo 400 transmission or a 700r4?
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
Hey there! Great question! I would definitely consider it but, engines are just so darn fun to build I can't tear myself away. Thanks for watching!
@HH-pn4ji3 жыл бұрын
Pretty cool 454 series 😎 What was the cost on that build?
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! I would guess right around 5k or so. I'm not really sure I didn't keep track.
@johnbrightly16502 жыл бұрын
@@2carpros Absolutely LOVED the series. I just finished rebuilding a 454 in my boat. No training or experience (or professional help...), but I did it! The $5K estimate looks WAY off to me. The heads are $1200 each, then add intake manifold, carb, cam, timing gear set, distributor, pistons, fuel pump, machine shop fees, water pump, lots of parts from Summit Racing, etc. Even if the old engine was free I'm guessing $10K+ cost.
@vincentbrooks56662 жыл бұрын
Great Videos! What city and state are you located? Have a big block that’s been sitting and now needs valve guides because of smoke upon starting. Thanks.
@tonyvickers86592 ай бұрын
What trans dip stick tube did you end up using? I'm having a hard time finding one for a 454 with a 4l80e to fit.
@rooster68able2 жыл бұрын
Why not a 5 power valve ? Instead of 8.5 ? With 10 hg mercury? Is it not = double the vacuum ? Nice car and engine combo !
@freddyrondon80764 ай бұрын
Where did you find those valve covers. Looks so clean.
@2carpros4 ай бұрын
Thank you! Right from Summit Racing! Thanks for watching!
@outsidethelines21623 жыл бұрын
Lets go duuuude!!!
@johnroumanis11192 жыл бұрын
Followed your videos to the tee. Started the motor and I have smoke out of the breathers. Any ideas? Am I totally screwed with blowby or could it go away with a little bit of driving.
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
Okay so a new engine might generate a little bit of smoke and will go away after it breaks in a bit. But if it is larger plumes of smoke then something is wrong. A few things come to mind in descending order of commonality. First you might have put one or more piston rings on upside down or not clocked correctly. Second the machine shop could have machined the holes too big and you have too much clearance. The last thing that comes to mind is if the machine work doesn't have the cylinder bore as a perfect circle. If you like you can send me a video either on Instagram @ryansgarage408 or you can email me ryan@2carpros.com and I can take a look at how much smoke you are having out of the breather. Thank you so much for watching!
@johnroumanis11192 жыл бұрын
@@2carpros will do. Thanks a lot for your help.
@juliodiaz82802 жыл бұрын
Do you keep the distributor vacuum plugged all the time? What is it's roll in relation to timing?
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
You can use it as an advance curve but it isn’t typically used in this application. Thanks for watching.
@MHTownsend573 жыл бұрын
Hey quick question. When adjusting your fuel idle mixture, if you move one screw a certain amount, don't you have to do the remaining 3 the exact amount such as 1/2 turn out for all 4 screws? This is what I have always heard as well as what Holley recommends. From your video, it seems like you randomly turned each screw to all different adjustments.
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Hey Mark, a lot of the footage is edited down to make it interesting. You really don't want to watch me adjust idle fuel mixture for 20 minutes. It is honestly more of an art than a science and I still adjust it to this day based on large weather changes. Thanks for watching!
@MHTownsend573 жыл бұрын
@@2carpros I actually wouldn't mind watching the unedited version especially if I was learning how, but yes for entertainment purposes and to get the main idea, the edited versions are great.
@madrabbit90073 жыл бұрын
I hate messing with Hollys. All I needed for my q-jet was a vacuum gauge.
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Ah it's not too bad. I want to do a whole video on it. Thanks for watching!
@craigsavage69443 жыл бұрын
I have a 84 Monte Carlo ss. I was curious what your thoughts are regarding putting a 454 in the Monte?
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Why not? It would be sweet! The LS swap is the obvious "go to" so I think a 454 would be unique and sound rad! Thanks for watching!
@malc10123 жыл бұрын
My 454 doesn’t have any timing marks. How can I properly do the timing? It has a cam but I don’t know the specs of the cam and I think I need timing adjustments because my 454 stutters /bogs when I floor it and can only ease into the gas pedal to bring it up to speed. Thanks!
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
It has to have timing marks. Clean the damper off and take a closer look. They maybe super faint. That's why I colored ours in white. Thanks for watching Marco!
@malc10123 жыл бұрын
@@2carpros thank you. I cleaned it up and found it was the metal tab with pointer but need to see if the balancer has marks now. But I’ll have to find tdc and see if the distributor rotor is pointing at the number 1 spark plug? Then make the mark at 0 and do the timing form there? The 454 has a cam with I don’t know the specs. Do you usually retard or advance when there’s a cam? Or just have to drive it and see where the power band is? Thanks !
@heathfiedler3 жыл бұрын
i know the 454 had 250hp stock With this build with your cam, rockers, intake, and carb. what do you think your makign as far as power?
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
We are going to dyno the Camaro at some point. So we can guess from that. Thanks for watching!
@stevejustice23973 жыл бұрын
Hey man, how did you know that 35 was spot for timing? Is there a manual that lists timing settings? Thanks in advance.
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
I'm sure there is but I just know from building engines you don't see any performance increase past 35 degrees. Thanks for watching!
@noahdulaney46422 жыл бұрын
What if you don’t have an adjustable timing light ?
@75zl13 жыл бұрын
Also what part of CA are you in?? I am hoping to pick up a 68 camaro soon! It would be cool to meet up!
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
I plan on doing a cars and coffee meet up in So Cal. I will post about it on the community tab. Cheers!
@75zl13 жыл бұрын
@@2carpros Awesome, I am up in Bakersfield if you're ever up here!
@mikeeagle26532 жыл бұрын
36 is the “sweet spot” on big block n small block chevy
@dale39902 жыл бұрын
Now, it's time to do a Gen 5, most of it's the same, but it's TBI
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
Haha maybe someday! If I did a Gen 5 it would not be TBI, I'd swap it out for EFI. Thanks for watching!
@soundmman15163 жыл бұрын
@ 11:17 it looks like the Starter Drive is only engaging about 1/3 of the flex plate ring gear.
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Nah the bendix kicks out pretty far. Thanks for watching!
@BigBlockCaprice Жыл бұрын
you forgot to mention what your fuel pressure was at when you were adjusting the mixture screws
@2carpros Жыл бұрын
It's like 8 psi, doesn't need much. Thanks for watching!
@Iodotoluene3 жыл бұрын
you certainly know how to change oil.... I have seen oil plugs put on way too tight, even with an impact at times..... ludicrous
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Yeah a lot of people over tighten it. Thanks for watching!
@coache1nine2 жыл бұрын
Time for torque, change jets for horsepower
@andrewcuadra37563 жыл бұрын
How much hp is it making or do you think it’s making ?
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
I would estimate right at 550 or so. Thanks for watching!
@justbasicautomotives36983 жыл бұрын
What would be the max horsepower that you can get out of a 5.7 350
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
I mean I have seen 350's making 500-550 horsepower. Really depends how much money you want to put into it and how high your want the compression. Also how big of camshaft and lifter ratio you run. It is usually easier to just build a big block if you want big power. Or a LS we just did a whole 5.3L LS build where we made 500hp NA. Those videos are here on the channel as well. Thanks for watching!
@kentrelljonesgetitdoneauto34672 жыл бұрын
You forgot to mention when you overturn the oil filter it break the o-ring
@sqr20243 жыл бұрын
Never put an modern LS into a muscle car. Old school for these monsters is the way to go.
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
I definitely see why people LS swap the older cars but man do I have a soft spot for these old brutes. Thanks for watching!
@nunezchamp3 жыл бұрын
Am I the only one that thought of back to the future when he was screaming?
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
I love that movie! My first car was actually a DeLorean DMC-12. Thanks for watching!
@tigreuniversidad12 жыл бұрын
How to adjust the timing with the regular timing gun.
@2carpros2 жыл бұрын
Set the timing light to desired timing and advance or retard the distributor until the flash is at 0 while the engine is at 3k rpm or so. That's the easiest if you ask me. Thanks for watching!
@tigreuniversidad12 жыл бұрын
@@2carpros thanks I will buy a harbor freight gun basic one, because my it’s too old and didn’t have any knob to adjust nothing. It’s fixed.
@tigreuniversidad12 жыл бұрын
@@2carpros what about the vacuum on or off?
@tyronecarruthers223 жыл бұрын
How much hp u making?
@gregl10703 жыл бұрын
I'm building a 90' SS 454 now and there's so many options. Any idea what kind of horsepower you ended up with?
@2carpros3 жыл бұрын
Very cool! I have seen a very similar build to this one on the dyno make about 550. Thanks for watching!
@paulvarrieur976 Жыл бұрын
A word of advice: when explaining things while engine is running, embrace voice over.
@2carpros Жыл бұрын
I like the engine sounds. Next time I'll do subtitles though. Thanks for watching!