Lego Technic MK3 V8 Pneumatic Engine - 10x More Power! 1500 RPM! LPE MOC + 6 SPEED Gearbox Test

[@TheMRacer]

The turbos are spot on. Engine sound is very very smooth. Great engine.

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Thanks!

[@the_car_guy5915]

​@@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshopIt is an even firing engine but the way the crankshaft is laid out is likely causing a marginal loss in power.

[@legowarriorsadventure3613]

These engines are getting better and better, good job👍

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Thank you

[@jackbelinski6460]

Very nice! I really wish you made a V12 with the smaller cylinders, ive been knocking around the idea of building a model tank with one of these engines at the heart. Even had what I thought was a pretty good idea to run the thing off of a big paintball compressed CO2 tank at like 4000 PSI, and regulate it down to 100 for use in the engine

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

I will be making a V12 Engine after this one. CO2 is too cold of a gas for the plastic under high pressure, I would have to upgrade it to metal cylinders some how. Good idea through.

[@xmysef4920]

@@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshopI know I may be a bit late, but I do think he meant a compressed co2 *tank* , and not actual compressed co2. Could be wrong though

[@witheredbonnie3913]

Wasn’t expecting to hear turbo’s sound on a lego engine can’t describe how much it sounds like a real turbos especially that SUTUTUTUTU and how impressive that thing is you did excellent job

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Thank you, yes it does for sure!

[@milanschepen3911]

Wow, this is an amazing engine, also the sound is amazing

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Glad you like it!

[@andreasallmendinger8526]

I'm half way through the building progress. Fun to build. The instruction is very good and detailed. 100% recommendation. Maybe I have to contact you again, cause I don't know if I should add the turbos or build it without the turbos. If not I maybe have questions because of the installation of the tubes.

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Awesome! The Two Turbos add turbo sounds when the engine is running, you can customize the engine as much as you want. I am Glad you like the Engine, I put a lot of time into making the instructions and designing the Engine. If you need any help, you can contact me on my store - www.greengeckoworkshop.com/

[@andreasallmendinger8526]

@@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop Thank you very much. You can feel and see the passion and time you spend with the moc and the making of the instruction. I mean making over 800 high quality pictures take some time.

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Yes, about 70-100 hours of work went into this Engine and Video, all worth while.

[@boywithbali3830]

@@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop is the engine made of genuine LEGO parts?

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

@@boywithbali3830 Yes, The Engine Kit is made from Brand New Genuine LEGO parts and LEGO Pneumatic's, that I have Modified for Extra Performance.

[@kdrgaming3344]

I love how you can hear the sound of the plastic shacking Legos within the actual grumbly V8 noise. It really does sound like a V8, probably because it is a V8 haha.

[@curiousspacepirate1985]

I was wondering why I'm hearing that "whistle" until he mentioned there's an actual "turbo charger" with the engine

[@jaredz9507]

This is the content we need! 🔥

[@thisisaduck]

Been waiting a long time for this

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

It is my Favorite V8 Engine so Far, so much more power with the New 2x11 Cylinders!

[@benjatk6]

Me too

[@Peyton_Hill]

Let’s go been waiting for this to drop

[@technicbuilder6410]

It's one-stroke so it has four times more power strokes per revolution, but it also spins four times slower than real engine. Sounds like real V8 to me, if I don't take into account it's an air engine, and there are no explosions in the cylinders.

[@JerryLEGOcreations]

Good to see you back, and what an engine you brought, great job! :D

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

More to come!

[@vinceb8041]

VERY NICE! The switchless valves are a brilliant feature!

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Sure is!

[@2X4Studios]

Woah I love the added turbo!

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

What Type of Vehicle Should I Build with the New MK3 V8 LPE? Dragster, Monster Truck? Comment your Ideas Below!

[@thisisaduck]

Just an idea Make a large plane that’s proportional to the propeller you were using. Have the engine connected both to the prop and wheels so it can taxi.

[@AGW69]

make a raptor moc with it. You should !

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

@@AGW69 Thats a Cool Idea!

[@Gamer-hh2dl]

Try to Make something fast.

[@lifeatitsfinest3019]

make a miata with a twin turbo ls swap (ie this engine) 🤠

[@jefferykibodeaux7458]

Sounds like the engine from the Mack dump truck I use to drive XD

[@NL_Mixes]

this is incredible!

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Thank you!

[@Zorro9129]

An engine this massive and powerful could be put in a floating LEGO ship. Imagine how much weight this could move in the water.

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Buy the Engine Here, In Stock Ready to Ship (15% OFF - $297) - greengeckoworkshop.com/products/complete-kit-mk3-v8-lego-pneumatic-engine-twin-turbo-switchless More New Engines Coming Soon (New i3, i6 and 2x11 1 Cylinder LPE)

[@lachlanhalliday5205]

Try using helium maybe it'll sound different

[@cryptoschyte8592]

Try uding this on a go cart

[@redshoebox]

Good work, although I wonder, does the turbo mechanism just freely spin, or is it connected to the engine to give it more power? Great work nonetheless!

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

They freely spin to very high rpm, they don't provide performance gain only Engine Sound. But they are a cool feature!

[@redshoebox]

@@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop Maybe if the exhaust spinned a more powerful turbine or something that could actually be connected to the engine, it could get more rpms, just a thought.

[@redshoebox]

@@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop Also this would be cool in a car, although an engine this size would need a massive car...

[@shaneplourde3710]

The 6 speed transmission looked pretty cool, would you ever do a video on it?

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Thanks, Yes i Will

[@letsgoplay5731]

Are the components lubricated? Also, are their any LEGO exhaust's that can go with it to sound better?

[@remy7129]

really nice well made vieo with good explainations of the engine , and also not to mention the amazing engine build as well. everything has clearly been optimised to achieve maximun power , keep up the good work.

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Glad you liked it!

[@EDP667]

Awesome!

[@clemensklosterer1342]

The twin turbo is actually just making sound or?

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Yes they are

[@kithowells8017]

Even though this only just came out I would love to see a supercharged v8 that compresses its own air

[@camarokidbb4347]

A thought occurred to me. If you paired this engine with that gearbox (or the 5-speed as shown on the site), and some of the biggest wheels LEGO has made, could it be possible for it to break ~25-30 mph?

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Yes It could!

[@camarokidbb4347]

@@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop I was actually thinking of a land speed record-style build that used two of these engines, each hooked up to one of the two axles. It’d be a single-drive with a 0.5:1 or 0.33:1 gear ratio (spinning the axles up to 3,000-4,500 RPM), the long ratio made up for having a combined total of 160 watts and 1.02 Newton-meters torque. To make up for how far flung it’d be from the original operating position, it’d use small CO2 canisters for fuel, attached to regulators that prevent the canisters from blowing the engines apart entirely. If not a land speed record build, then maybe some kind of top fuel dragster build…?

[@Calthecool]

Awesome! The big cylinders have a ton of power.

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Yes it does!

[@WhyDoesThisExistYoutube]

The fan definitely adds the bass to the motor sounds great

[@Ahmad3attar3]

This is a Masterpiece of engineering

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Thank you!

[@sotiriospapastergiopoulos8582]

I'm glad you're back!!!!

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Thank you!

[@Thebrickman121]

the engine sound is very very cool with turbo

[@TheDeathSinger]

Would it be possible to run this with Lego tho

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Yes, with a lego air compressor

[@TheDeathSinger]

will you ever or have you ever done a video on how to set that up

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

@@TheDeathSinger In the Video it shows how to setup the engine, if you have any further questions you can email me - [e-mail]

[@WubbleDubble1]

Wait, wouldn’t the engine work the same if you just made it so the air from one piston goes to the other piston on the opposite side? You could then disguise those tubes as an intake manifold.

[@fat_cat8457]

If I were to put this in a car big enough to fit it, would that transmission be able to handle that load? And if not, then what transmission would?

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

I am currently building a Ripsaw tank which is powered by this engine, I have built a new stronger transmission for it. The one in the video is for demonstration.

[@UhUh7]

If I used one of the LEGO air tanks how long would this run for

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

I recommend using 2L soda Bottles as air tanks, then you will get 1 min run time

[@astrorick2910]

Wonderful!! I can't wait for that possible future V12 you told me about! Do you think I could create stronger air tanks to contain more air at a higher pressure and then release it into the system through a valve? Would the system hold in your opinion?

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Yes, I will make a V12 with 2x11 cylinders. Similar to the mk3 v8. I will also be making a air tank setup for the next project, using paintball air tanks.

[@ezraleffelaar5732]

Wow that's impressive! Good job buddy 🤙👌

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Thanks! 👍

[@MrBjorn5000]

Can you not make a engine run on it self with airpistons providing air for next piston?

[@edmundcharles1685]

Glad that you re back )))

[@Behemoth_00]

The engine is just awesome, is that a crossplane crankshaft model you used ? I also have some ideas for that engine if you're interested: Did you try putting a flywheel heavy enough for the engine to store momentum as it runs ? I see you also puttted a gearbox which is great. Have you ever considered building a car around that engine and gearbox ? Addind a differential and then make a whole car of it that you'll put on some kind of dyno. (since it's working on compressed air you're using with a compressor, I assume it can't go that far on the ground ^^')

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Thank you, yes it is a Crossplane. You can add a flywheel to the engine and it will run smoother, the propeller blades in the video act as a Flywheel. The engine still runs very smooth without one. Yes I have made a Car with the older mk2 v8, search for LPE powered Hot rod on my Channel. You can add air tanks to a car and the engine will be powered by the air tanks and not need a air compressor.

[@bricknplay]

Mustang comming soon? I am building a tractor with a 2 cyl

[@scatchnanathx3761]

Hey what would happened if a l motor and pneumatic engine power one tire

[@Luzi-chan]

how strong is the wear on the pneumatic parts itself? this MOC looks really nice and the sound as amazing! keep up the work man! i love how people come up with things like the switchless valves u made there.

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Thanks, the Pneumatic Parts are lubricated with silicone when they are modified. So there is no major wear on the parts when running the Engine, Lego Parts are high quality and last a very long time.

[@ichosolemanuel6048]

@@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop Is it recommended to lubricate it after using it for some time?

[@rehutai2978]

This is amazing, it just keeps getting better and better.

[@dystopian_20]

What is instead of using pressurized air, you used a vacuum? Know what I mean?

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

I only used compressed air

[@小刘刘-q1j]

I have purchased your instruction manual and it has been successfully assembled. It's really great! I hope you can assemble a W16 engine, which is my dream. I hope to get it. Thank you!

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Thank you, I am glad you enjoyed the MK3 V8 engine, a W16 Engine is a great idea, I will look into making one next year.

[@小刘刘-q1j]

Looking forward to its arrival

[@yuvallegomotorized]

I wonder how much torque its get. I have 0 experience with paneomatic. The vaccum engine hooked me more. I just wonder which one hold more power in it. Cool engine anyway.

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

The MK3 V8 LPE has heaps of Torque, much more than Lego Vacuum engines. If you try to hold the output shaft you can not stop the engine.

[@yuvallegomotorized]

@@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop thanks for your replay. You wont be able to stop my vacuum engine as well, with the hands. But looks like you right, and it holds more power with paneomatic like you did here. I hooked for vacuum engine more for the challenge, and the way its work. My past with 2 stroke motorbike mechanics and rider was the link between 🙂 Your engine is very cool as well ❤️

[@crazydilo2558]

You should do a video explaining how the turbos were hooked up

[@ryanhill97]

Can you make a video on how to make the gearbox

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Yes I will be making a video on some new gearboxes

[@ryanhill97]

Ok

[@FelixIsGood]

What is the minimum required pressure for it to run properly? Would a downsized engine run with less pressure?

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

The minimum pressure for it to run smoothly is 30-40 psi. A smaller engine will still require similar pressure, it will just use less.

[@FelixIsGood]

@@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop Do you have any information on the airflow required?

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

For this engine, I recommend using a Air Tank or Small Air compressor to provide enough air flow. This Video shows how to make a Diy Air Tank: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iIa5YqyNod2FmNk

[@FelixIsGood]

@@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop Thank you for the answers, will definitely order the V8 in the future when i've finished my MK 19002.

[@lukeyboi2204]

Great engine! couldn't you use the medium pistons instead of the big ones because they are just a bit shorter but have the same diameter and would work on that crankshaft.

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Thank you. Yes the Medium ones would work on the same crankshaft. However the Extra Large Cylinders work better for this Engine Design, since the Switchless Mechanism needs the extra space above the Cylinders. The Extra Large Cylinders are also very smooth and provide excellent power.

[@fredfuzzbear]

Does the turbo do something or is it just for nice look?

[@lcr8962]

Thats really cool! Can you please make a video explaining the turbocharger you used? Im a bit confused on how exactly it works and I havent seen many other lego turbochargers online.

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

In the Video it shows how it works

[@SaperPl1]

Is there a reason that there is a loop on the turbo? Does it affect performance to have such additional piece?

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Its not necessary, you can build the engine without it

[@モカマドイクバルウバイハッキ]

how to make that lego turbo

[@The_UNofficialPorscheChannel]

Amazing engine, how about a Bugatti W16 with manual gearbox?

[@After_Tech_Industries]

You should try to make a stand/test bench for this thing to clip into. So when you make a new version it can just cilp in and run. Very nice!

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Good Idea!

[@MrKrabs-fg8ui]

I wonder if you could use this as an air compressor

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

If you changed the engine timing, yes

[@FoxSock]

oh man... that engine sound is amazing

[@boywithbali3830]

Could you make a video explaining how these engines work

[@thisisaduck]

Update on ripsaw?

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

I will finish the Ripsaw with the New MK3 V8 LPE, It has more power for the Tank. But First I want to build another V8 Hot Rod!

[@pixeltoxa9284]

@@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop super cool!

[@Dadudi]

Very nice! Now I am waiting for you to build an LPE dragster 😃😉

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

That would be cool!

[@ILMISTERIOSOSABOTATORE]

You can create a race with lego RC Cars and your V8 engines on they. What do you think?

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

That's a good idea!

[@floork24]

Amazing! Saving up for a mk3!

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Thank you!

[@johuitema1757]

Absolutely fabulous

[@Cako1000]

Damn the turbo sound is beautiful!

[@timot4469]

That's great ! But does the turbos increase the engine performance or it's just for that beautiful sound ?

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Just for the sound

[@_thomaslang]

how long does it run on your custom air tank? I suppose it is very air consuming considering its size? what is your most efficient motor considering both how long it runs on the air tank and power?

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Actually this engine is very efficient, on a 4L air tank you will get 1 minute run time. My Switchless 1 cylinder LPE Engine is the most efficient, it has twice the run time - www.greengeckoworkshop.com/p/nq8wca/

[@batorboulanger6497]

The engin sond is so great!

[@Woolsupgamers5]

IT'S BEEN SO LONG! THE LEGEND IS BACK!

[@aydenknight999]

Of a scale of 1 to 10, I'd say a 20!

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Thank you! It is my Favorite V8 Engine so Far, so much Power!

[@demirkeskin2264]

Real Smooth.

[@highstakes9696]

Do the turbos actually produce more power or recycle? They confuse me on their purpose here. Are they for show?

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

They add Turbo Sounds when the engine is running, they spin to high rpm off the exhaust.

[@russianhabibi3723]

From 10 cc to 47cc, what’s next? 100cc!? Whatever’s next I’m excited

[@mrseawise4590]

Where did you get all the pneumatic lego from?

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

From my Lego Supplier

[@Dime_Bar]

What's the service interval on this motor, is it once a year or sat every 12000 miles which ever comes first? And what oil do you use

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Haha, Just silicone oil to lubricate the seals every 1-2 hours of use is recommended.

[@Dime_Bar]

@@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop joking apart it's a brilliant bit of kit you've built.

[@Will_Howell]

For your 1 cylinder engine can I use the new large pneumatic cylinder?

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Yes

[@WatermelonCrew3000]

Has anyone thought of putting two of these engines together?

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

That would be cool!

[@poisonedpotato5307]

@@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop im thinking of 5 or 6 together like a rotary engine

[@biqquette]

do u need externe elctro motor ?

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

No, Only Compressed Air

[@biqquette]

@green ok thx

[@mgz282]

I wonder if a 2-3 cyl will rev higher?

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Yes, I will be making a 3 cylinder high revving engine soon

[@mgz282]

@@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop Brilliant!

[@anderesgooglekonto6869]

Welcome Back :D Are u going to build this into your Ripsaw-Tank or is the Project cancelled?

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Thank you, Will be making more LPE's!

[@anderesgooglekonto6869]

Great :)

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

The ripsaw is still in progress, I am going to use this engine in it

[@anderesgooglekonto6869]

@@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop OK very nice :D

[@Notanidiotok]

Try using the scotch yoke mechanism

[@小刘刘-q1j]

Hello, where can I buy the construction manual？

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Hi, You can buy the Instructions here on my Store: www.greengeckoworkshop.com/products/pro-instructions-mk3-v8-lego-pneumatic-engine-twin-turbo-switchless Or you can buy the Complete Engine Kit that includes all the Modified Pneumatics and Parts to build the engine www.greengeckoworkshop.com/products/complete-kit-mk3-v8-lego-pneumatic-engine-twin-turbo-switchless

[@小刘刘-q1j]

@@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshopThank you😊

[@MMKnight_1]

Cool engine! I also wonder how you calculated the engine’s effect in watts? Would like the formula to measure my own lve engines👍

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Thanks, you can calculate the power using the Power = Torque x RPM Formula

[@MMKnight_1]

@@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop How to measure the toruqe though?

[@_Yoko2137]

Is there any instructions for this gearbox?

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

I will be making instructions in the future for a new 6 speed gearbox

[@donnachaslegocreations]

After 6 months he is alive again 😀

[@nyxiph]

Could you try and build the W16 engine from the Bugatti Chiron? That would be amazing!

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Yes, that is the plan one day

[@nyxiph]

@@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop Oh thats cool. I am already hyped :O

[@kebap3278]

You can make a flyweel for this engine?

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

yes

[@idontevenknowno8847]

how did you do that the turbo sounds awesome

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Thank you, it took a few goes to get the design right

[@andersdoesthings9309]

Do the teubos actually have a function?

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Yes they make Turbo Sounds!

[@andersdoesthings9309]

@@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop would you be able to make a unmodified 2 cylinder air engine with the tiny pistons but it still has the modified switch? I wanna know if it is possible because those are the conditions I have.

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

I have this engine here you can build which is a two cylinder unmodified: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eaS8o6SfgKqpnac

[@theawesomer]

Sweet build! Sharing on The Awesomer.

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Much appreciated

[@ltech065]

hey green gecko i just made a Lego you tube Chanel and i am going to be using some of your parts can i put a link in my videos to your website?

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Yes that is no problem, send me the videos when you make them!

[@ltech065]

@@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop OK will do i am mostly going to use your metal u joints and the L motor's

[@shoobfloof22]

See now all we need is a way to hook this up to 3D Printer Academy's homemade gear dynamo. If this engine can produce 80 watts of rotational energy, and 3D Printer Academy's gear dynamo can turn rotational energy into electricity, that means I can use your engine and his dynamo to effectively charge my phone using compressed air

[@crappamoly3723]

plis inglis

[@Light.--]

Deeam some nice engine you got my man.

[@GreenGeckoLegoTechnicWorkshop]

Thanks 👍

[@AJS_Drums]

Imagine a centrifugal supercharger along with the two turbos

[@100legodude]

Can this engine run off of an air duster can?

[@brandonlang6043]

Yes it will! I’ve actually tried this exact thing with this engine. It doesn’t run for long, but it’ll spin!

[@CoolayyyPlayz]

Kinda sounds like it has a turbo when you get to the higher rpms.

[@maxhoffmann7207]

it has two turbos

[@annapiranha4904]

100/100 Sound is great

[@Anonymous-y7e]

That was me on my other account