I welded My BAD Hayabusa Engine! (They said its too far gone)

[@Just-InTimeRepairs]

You don't let anyone tell you that something isn't possible, and that's why you shine brother. Keep it up!

[@poppayzf1874]

i've done some stuff on my dirtbike people told me not to do, it still holds up to this day after about 6months when i rebuilt it and it's a daily ripper:)

[@RedRideRVT1R]

challenge the doubters

[@MrTheHillfolk]

Makes me turn around and perform the supposed impossible task.

[@nathanbopp6163]

Nothing is impossible. Lots of work though

[@Spraye4]

My motto on life!! Amen!

[@fishon2555]

Mad respect! I would never get that far into a engine without being scared I couldn’t put it back together. By the looks of it you know what you are doing and I have faith you will have this bike running in no time! Keep it up brother!

[@dukiemoto8676]

In hood arc shots are okay like a couple seconds here or there, but not at the detriment of the build or your inconvenience. Phenomenal, just keep doing what you do and I’ll always have a 👍 for your outstanding efforts!

[@SNELLERIZED]

.012" is a LOT of gap! Build it back up and dress it down with a good straight file, making sure not to take down the areas around it.

[@jw11432]

This. It would be easier to address with a milling machine, but a shadetree alternative would be to get a sanding block (one that is about 12" ought to work) and start sanding down that area with a perfectly flat cutting surface (the sand paper on the block). Use sharpie or some markings on the mating surface adjacent to the repaired area so that way you know when to stop sanding and have achieved the right "depth".

[@easley421]

@@jw11432 even still, you better have some f****** skill if you think you're going to get that s*** within perfect tolerances. Like op said 012 is a lot of Gap but it's also like one swipe of a piece of sandpaper

[@weekendminitoystruckcarclu4632]

All I can say is if you don't try to fix something you will never know if it can be fixed or saved. GREAT JOB never let anyone tell you different that's what keeps diy people on their toes working outside the box.

[@makoman67]

Allen Millard would be very proud of you...lol Everything can be fixed, just a matter of feasibility. I'd still keep that one for parts and find a better donor, not like they're hard to find. Go ahead and delete that air injection system (garbage), either block off plates or drill and tap the ports 5mm and put screws in them. At the very least have a machine shop center bore those cases and might as well get them to mill the mating surfaces where you welded, nothing too expensive. Make sure you shim all the valves for clearance before you finish. Torque on the cam caps is very important. I have a factory service manual on PDF if you need one. I also still have some random Busa parts laying around. Back in my younger days I did alot of work on these busas including turbo installs, still the highest potential motorcycle engine ever produced, a true engineering feat from Suzuki. I've seen these motors make almost 900hp on boost. A viable stock motor is good for about 310hp, any further than that and you are in no man's land. Good luck with it, brings back lots of good memories from my younger days watching you work. If you need anything I might have contact me.

[@pewdsbetterthantseires84]

I think the only criticism would be to preheat that block and really get the area clean with acetone. Otherwise good work man!

[@fantared5263]

@@pewdsbetterthantseires84 throw them in the BBQ. Mr Millyard’s videos are full of useful tips and I can’t even weld!

[@6bettyboo9]

Allen Millard was my first thought too !

[@dave320s]

A young Alan Millyard for sure! Time is more precious with the skills you have than any cash you can chuck at an unknown entity!

[@williamdejeffrio9701]

Funny, I came to the comment section to ask him if Allen Millyard was his hero

[@Thewatson77]

I think it’ll be fine as long as you don’t boost it. You should be proud of the results man , not many people would even attempt that repair 👍🏼👍🏼

[@garyhowe88]

Don't boost it? Why? You do realised top fuel blocks are welded up constantly.

[@kurtyoung6769]

That's my opinion too!

[@snaxgalore5764]

@@garyhowe88 yea but it’s right where the cases meet

[@garyhowe88]

@@snaxgalore5764 there's people making 1000hp+ with boosted busa's. I'd see no issue running that at 350hp.

[@freedomfox8183]

@@snaxgalore5764 that's usually where the damage is

[@Enigma-Sapiens]

I think it is great that you took the initiative to repair that engine block. Never say never, you don't know what you can do until you try. I think it turned out great, but I would add some material to that low spot so it's ready for whatever you want to throw at it.

[@medlindrone]

This is the type of shit that separates those who achieve greatness, most people can’t imagine having this level of perseverance. Great job man, whether it works or not you don’t have to wonder if it would’ve.

[@olegloginov2953]

This was 17 minutes well spent. Very impressive welding!

[@robertelston7608]

I rebuild my hayabusa when it got crashed. Took me 2 months. It drives better now than whot it did before. Seeing you rebuild your engine brings back memories. Cheaper to rebuild it when it's done you know everything works great.

[@dirtyversa3165]

This might be my new favorite channel. I've never seen a guy bring a torn down engine to a car wash. This is awesome. :)

[@snizzsnazz]

This is pretty rad 😃. You saved this motor from potentially being ground up in a scrap yard. Right on!

[@ROCKNROLLMODS]

I remember a couple years back when you were just getting started. Really came a long way since then. I appreciate your efforts!

[@thefreedomguyuk]

"All I'm seeing is what I'm seeing, and there's nothing more!" Well, there hardly was any more which could be borked than what we saw here. Good on you that you had the mindset to fix it. Any damages can be fixed, given the right mindset. I wouldn't have bothered, but I'm impressed by what you have done 👍

[@thomasbailey8306]

Bud this is how You succeed in life. You dont let ANYONE Tell you, that You cant do something.. You Figure a Way to do it and You will Go FAR...and Succeed. Great Job Bud. Cant wait to see what You do with it...Great Welding..And Video...

[@DaveBegotka]

The hardest thing with welding the cases is the gasket surfaces not leaking......i would bolt the cases together when i weld to minimize warpage

[@kevinim300]

interesting suggestion. how do you keep the weld separate where the cases come together? How about just clamp two steel barriers along both sides of the aluminium welded plate patch, align with a straight edge, then flat file close to steel. 🙂

[@DaveBegotka]

@@kevinim300 obviously you cannot do 100% of the weld...the gap he has here is also a structural issue with the cases...it will likely shit out the silicone...maybe not

[@erickvond6825]

For what it's worth I have been a mechanical engineer for more than 30 years. In that time I have seen far more professional welders who would have done a far worse job than you. All big and boogery. What you did here was masterful. You give yourself way less credit than you deserve. You're better than you think. You just need to relax and let it flow. Make it a sort of Zen thing you know? A little more practice and you might be able to weld 2 soda can halves together without blowing through anywhere which Incidentally is extremely good to practice with. You master that and you'll make yourself a fortune if you can weld soda cans like that. It's a hell of a trick at an interview.

[@atsekjoker]

well done man! just do it! if you fail, you tried and gained experience. this is, what i respect - try yourself, repair it. everybody else can buy a new one, this shows no skill. much respect for you

[@ericharrison6418]

The slight tolerances in a high revving engine are no joke. I re-built my gsxr-1000. Only play with forces you fully understand. Especially when you only have 2 wheels.

[@jaybomb5022]

Yea no way he got that sand/sugar out of the oil galleries w/o a shop so that motor is toast regardless.

[@kevinghifari2330]

Mad engine builders from Indonesia once weld a single cylinder motor into a star engine(radial 5 piston) with basically the same tools & skills you've did. And that engines hold for as long as the internal parts work in harmony. They do resurface the entire flat surface like the engine case, welded blocks, and welded heads so the parts would fit precisely between flat surface in case of multiple inline configuration engine.

[@allanweseman5433]

The two things in my life I am sorry that I never attempted are learning to arc weld and playing the piano. For the welding things I needed for the things I have made I paid others to do. We all have talents and skills God gave us that maybe others can't do. You have really learned how to weld aluminum for which I will give you a gold star. I certainly enjoyed seeing the insides of a 'Busa

[@Motorheadco]

They didn’t know you’re a beast 🔥 You laid own some dimes

[@VasilyBuilds]

💯🙏🏻

[@6bettyboo9]

I love your tenacity ! dont let anyone tell you cant do it ! you inspire me and I'm almost 50 years old !

[@huntergrissett6697]

Great job on welding the block! And awesome video! To fix that gap just run some beads over the top of the metal and fill it up. Then just sand the surface down flat! I’ve seen it done many times on cylinder heads it should work there too! Keep up the good work😎

[@jswelborn1]

You are very gifted, I like seeing you prove people wrong. Keep up the good work!

[@VasilyBuilds]

I appreciate that!

[@kiyo007]

@@VasilyBuilds Dont underestimated that things you can do as easy as breathing. that's your natural talent brother. use it to the max!!

[@louismarino5448]

Super impressed with your determination and skill on tackling this project. Love the welding shots, can't wait to see the rest of the series.

[@CLCIII]

Vasily, your ambition on these "it can't be done" projects is amazing. "With God ALL Things Are Possible" certainly is what you live and do! Impressive! As Always, May God Bless you and yours!

[@gixxerboyroyluvdrumswaters9023]

Good job Tony Stark! Building body armor suit in a cave with scraps. Can't wait for the finish project.

[@RedRideRVT1R]

it's refreshing watching your hands on approach vs an edited, "perfect" break down for show like the rest

[@jordanpanich]

Never listen to the naysayers! You killed that block repair work! Absolutely amazing for such a young age!

[@CJMediaOfficial]

I for one really enjoyed this episode! I learned a lot and am excited to see this busa back on the rode!!!! Nice work Vasily

[@danielsteward5090]

The welds look good to me, I used to weld a lot of Marine stuff in Miami about 20 years ago. I would have used a file instead of the jitterbug to cut the edges of the cases down. You may want to build up the edge and file it flat. It looks good though.goodluck.

[@theoneandonly2421]

I believe in anything you do or say. You’ve came a long way. For such a young guy, your skilled. Let the haters hate while you do you. It’s all good brother keep it coming!!

[@dinosaurdude5668]

Can’t believe you went into that engine! Like a boss!

[@wishmaster176]

i believe this is the first time i saw someone properly patch a crack hole of engine block, keep up man 👍👍

[@Apexxshock]

Bro arc shots are the dopest thing I seen all 2022 !

[@LS-uv9gg]

"I can't get a hold of the previous owner" ahahahahahahahahaha *tears* I'm in stitches just imagining the guy's caller ID showing your number, and him looking at it: "Nope! Uh, uh, not gonna take that [*************'s] call! No way, no how, nope I ain't. You bought it, lalalalalala

[@GlennHolden]

Watching you weld, I kept thinking "I'd sure like to see how he's doing that up close". And Bang! You showed us!! Good job!

[@calholli]

You can put some RTV above and below the gasket at your gap and it will likely be fine; since it's not a head gasket, all it really needs to do is keep the oil from leaking. Worst case scenario, you can always weld over the top side of your patch and then sand it back down again.. If you just take a long block of wood (or something even flatter), and stretch a long piece of sand paper along the full length of your block, it will help you get everything even. Your enlarged gap is there because you used that electric sander only in one spot-- in the center there... Just take a long sanding block and go around your entire deck surface on both sides and that will help to knock everything down just a bit and close your gap. On your final sanding, make sure you are using higher grits-- like 400/ 600/ and 800.. It shouldn't need much sanding-- just a long flat sand block and a little more elbow grease-- Just be patient on your final sanding, so you don't over do it again............ Another trick I've seen people do is to get a large piece of flat glass and put some abrasive valve grinding compound (or something similar)--- and put your entire block on the flat glass and shift it around--- so that you're sanding the entire machined surface at once. (It works well, but the block is big, so that would be more awkward.)

[@buildingracingvideos4714]

There is no gasket in between the cases and if you sand or remove any material from the cases where they join it fucks up the main bearing journals plus the journals for the transmission shafts as well. He would have to get all the journals line bored to bring them back to round and that would cost more than what the engine is worth.

[@calholli]

@@buildingracingvideos4714 RIght on.. He still should have used a long straight edge when sanding that down, to get it as close as possible. I think he can probably RTV silicone the crap out of it and it might hold; since it doesn't look like the seem is at the bottom of the engine, where oil sits... so it's only going to get oil splashing on it. Shouldn't seep too bad. On my CBR 600, I just bought another case half on ebay for $80.. and even though everyone said that it wouldn't work because these cases are made in matching pairs, ect. ect... It bolted up just fine and worked great for thousands of miles and never leaked. I didn't even change any of the bearings or anything. Luckily all the broken spots were only on one half of the case, and I just swapped everything over-- no new parts needed. (it was from a bad wreck and the entire front forks were also caved in-- I got it for $75-- spent $80 on the new case and I had the engine running in a day or two. I ended up stripping off all the broken forks, ect.. welded on a quad swing arm and put the front quad conversion of a Tri-Z three wheeler on the front and made that thing into a four wheeler. I sold it several years later for $1500 and a lot of sand dune trips)

[@buildingracingvideos4714]

@@calholli personally I'd coat the shit out of it with aviation form a gasket and pray the cases never have to come apart. That shit gets hard and will literally glue the cases together. He should be fine either way. A little oil leak never hurt anyone.

[@eyeballengineering7007]

@@buildingracingvideos4714 I'd use aviation form a gasket too. I think 0.012" is about the maximum you could go with it though. That's a pretty big gap. I think it would be better if he built it up a little more with weld and took it back down to under 0.005" gap at least. Especially if he ends up boosting it with a little more blow by.

[@jessehoeper2674]

your an amazingly determined young dude. Keep it up man with that trait the world is yours👍

[@Facchini98]

you are super talented kid dont let anyone ever tell you its impossible if you see light at the end of the tunnel keep going amazing job i hope it works out for you cant wait to see it start up

[@bfelder8853]

You the friend, Every friend wished they had. Great job on that rebuild too.

[@henrikandresen8810]

I am so impressed that you can assemple all thoose parts again ! just wow !

[@jimf5160]

well done....the head, cams and gearbox are good...that saved a lot of money. I would fill that .012 gap on the sealing surface and machine it flat

[@salvagingsouls5418]

I'm so excited for this build. I hope you can fix that block!! Good luck man, keep up the good work

[@Ratkill9000]

As long as it holds for a good while, you should be golden!

[@kevinAuman1]

Heck yeah brother, I can respect you trying to save this engine I mean the majority of people would just scrap it but im a firm believer that if something can be saved then it certainly should be!!!

[@josiahmitchell530]

I am impressed with the fix. I think that'll work fine! Keep it up man. I'm excited to see how this project moves along

[@patmartin2730]

Wow very skilled young man wow!! Amazing work

[@saskmuddinatv]

Man you got really lucky with that blocks casting. It's so clean. I personally am a welder and do cast blocks often and yours is pretty well the best you can expect for cleanliness. Good job with the welds!

[@Adam-pr1gl]

Amen, I know a clean weld when I see one

[@russellterry774]

This man is a true artist at his craft he always thinks outside the box great job

[@matthewjdouglas6471]

I swear. I'm impressed with how good that engine is. I mean the original design is mind blowing. How did someone design and build a thing like that. Humans have advanced a lot in the last 75 years. It's

[@benburg436]

Dude you skills with the welder are awesome. I watch your videos years ago when you first got a mig. Definitely done good...

[@ivosmoky3404]

Excelent job.I am Suzuki fan own gsxr 1100 1995 and gsx 1100 f 1988.I love when people do not give up when problem pop out.Everything can be fixed.

[@hsmith3844]

That welding is a whole lot easier than Harly shovels. Pans and knuckleheads. I've weld a few in my years. Not anymore the sand castings are the most difficult I've come across in my years as a welder. Good job

[@VantasticPacifica]

I thought the arc shot was above and beyond. You earned yourself a like!

[@Евгений-г5х2ю]

Шатун с поршнем решили погулять,и протянули ✊ дружбы:)

[@jslomotovlog1373]

You’re amazing bro.. I’ll wait to the next video until you finish that big guy bro.. Ride safe…💪🏍

[@josiahmitchell530]

If you wanted to fix that gap, you could always add some weld to the top and grind it or cut it down till it's tight

[@nashguy207]

Nice job on repairing the block. I like the arc shots!!

[@JTMoney333]

Great amount of knowledge and skill from this young man. Nice work!

[@bradhice7780]

U just keep getting better i like all ur projects man. I believe u are destined 4 greatness

[@mrtactics196]

only channel on youtube that does this shit i love it!

[@robertschmitt682]

If you have a full time shop, an old dishwasher makes for a perfect parts washer. Obviously don't use it for food stuff afterwards...

[@TeznaGFX]

love your channel man , you have so much passion for making things work

[@mikeshobbiesandrandomstuff]

Excellent job fixing that! I would weld more to the surface that is low and have a machine shop cut it level. It shouldn't be too expensive.

[@LikquidDutch]

I know nothing about bikes but this was very therapeutic thank you .

[@jamesmcgee9279]

Looks good to me man! The fact that you've got the knowledge and equipment to do what do; can't go wrong! I appreciate the video.

[@Todd_G_FPV]

That face u make when busting bolts loose cracks me up! Haha nice job on the teardown, I'd never get that back together!

[@agentsmith7727]

you have serious skills, impressive

[@EJ-74]

Once ya get it together I'd weld that spot. If ya ever want to take it back apart it wouldn't be that hard to do. Nice job saving it. 🔥👍✌️

[@malooooooooo8]

If your going to the trouble of rebuilding that motor, build it with forged bits for later upgrades 😁 🌪

[@fantared5263]

those cases will fail before the pistons and when that happens no oil pressure = broken pistons.

[@EngineeredToDesign]

The repair looks way better then I thought it would done well man!

[@martinhogan5970]

Didn’t really know what to expect from your channel; I’m a rider so the bike got me interested… the welding and engine rebuild got me hooked! Subscribed. 🤙🏾🤙🏾

[@dereklacey1]

Those welds look good. Can’t wait to see the finished product.

[@MoePower2]

Don't let anyone tell you what you can and can't do. Everything is possible if you are determined enough.

[@kennethhowell1272]

In modern America we have fallen into the replace rather than repair mode. If you have never heard of Alan Minyard, you should check him out. He builds bikes "old school" and has turned out some amazing bikes.

[@shortcut633]

Take a torch and heat the cast aluminum it will help clean it. Wire brush and weld.

[@N1RKW]

Great looking welds, Vasily. Kudos! It's your bike, but out of respect for the amazing machine that the Hayabusa is, please don't make yet another cafe racer out of it. Those have been ridiculously overdone for decades, and there are plenty of them made from 'Busas.

[@RandysRides]

Welding always amazes me...and you're damn good at it. Can't wait to see what direction you go with this build.

[@ianthepelican2709]

The naysayers that said the block couldn't be repaired are only interested in selling you a new motor. People have been welding & repairing engine blocks since the day they were first made and as long as you're clear of the bolts and stressed framework you're pretty much good to go. Nice job BTW.

[@ZediMaster]

Wow, gr8 job on wielding the engine block; luv the arc shots. Anyway, ride safe, god bless u.

[@danfitzgerald7549]

Keep doing what others won’t attempt! great welding shots keep them coming

[@lelandjewell1420]

I like to see people who fix things not buying them

[@pauldiesel4582]

I’m not sure why there is any issue with your welds? It’s not like you welded inside the combustion chamber. Even if these areas get pressurized your welds and filler plates look as strong as the surrounding areas. I like your fearlessness on taking on a tough repair! First time to your channel, now a subscriber! You Rock!

[@outdooradventures6403]

you need more views im almost 15 now i used to watch u when i was 10 every single video ive watched like 10 times i love your vids man keep it up

[@VasilyBuilds]

🙏🙏

[@playinwithfirecustoms7954]

Dude, AWESOME looking welds!! ...and it looks like somebody was twisting the ever loving PISS outta that bike when that conrod cap let go...

[@makoman67]

It really takes some serious abuse to do that to a busa motor, they are so strong on the bottom end. God only knows what they did to that thing......lol

[@DCDLaserCNC]

Great job dude! I like seeing you tackle what most said cannot be done.

[@larrygaal4808]

TIP- when removing the head always remove all of the head bolts before you lift the head off of the cylinder, makes it much less of a hassle.

[@Marco-qe5zw]

anything can be saved, and you proved that, great video! God Bless

[@stevo184]

Put a fork in it and throw it in the bin. The cases are now like a potato chip and it's going to p1ss oil everywhere, the crank won't be inline, it's toast.

[@theadventuresoftroy8109]

LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS! They said it shouldn't/couldn't be done so what better reason to do it! What fun would it be to just buy a new engine!? This is why we watch 👏👏👏

[@rickbareman2263]

You proved them wrong the cases look awesome you got this you make it look easy and can't wait to see what you do with this project 👍

[@jeffball6108]

Really impressed young fella, and love your 'give it a go attitude'. Back in the bad old days we often didn't have an option but to repair it ourselves. My only advice is when it comes to mating surfaces just take more time and care. You can get them really close tolerance if you do. Just find yourself a piece of thick sheet glass as a flat base and once you get it reasonably close with a hand file or similar use sandpaper and a texta to shave off the high spots till you get it perfect. It ain't rocket science.

[@MichaelWilliams-mt4hu]

I just started watching your channel and so far I think that you do really good work.

[@freespirittransport5139]

I wouldn't have even thought about using this engine again!!! Good luck!!

[@jeffalessi]

Awesome work. On a side note, make sure you do not mix up the piston pins, they wear together.

[@dannys69]

should mix anything up down to the bolts

[@joshuarogers5233]

Man I'm a proud of you! You just keep doing what all these haters say what can't be done and do you. You know your skill level so I have faith in you with whatever you think you can achieve! That's why I love your Channel so keep rockin! Two thumbs up to you my good sir

[@bmxscape]

bigfoot, the first monster truck ever, raced and did competitions with an engine welded together multiple times. you can bet that engine was beat to a pulp but its still around today and still working