THE SKID FACTORY - Small Block Chevy NOVA [EP4]

Today on The Skid Factory work continues on the GEN 3 NOVA with some more plumbing, coil packs mounted and a set of Custom Headers.
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[@chrisvinicombe9947]

That nice little edit for the click of the fingers had me chuckling 😆

[@ActivityPhoto]

Perfectly done as well.

[@myownsite]

I wonder if This Old Tony visited the shop, looks like his handiwork.

[@nebulae1992]

been clicking for an hour now, still no change to the progress of my car.

[@TehAlekzi]

@@thekngscottiev Yeah, you can notice the image as well when Al lifts his weight off the car and the car moves but the header image doesn't.

[@colestowing8695]

i think it really happened...i believe everything i see on the internets

[@sam-rs8wg]

This is by far the best put together car channel i know of right now, i love the style and personalities.

[@ActivityPhoto]

I agree very enjoyable to watch Al the master work and find solutions for all the issue encountered when swapping engines and drivelines.

[@retromakiha]

Totally agree. No hack haggard work around these guys. Always got the goods!

[@bloodreighn]

Check out MotionAutoTV a drifter that does his own work thats not sketchy, same with Missleworks though he hardly uploads these days

[@nicksmackers]

Project Binky

[@1breematt]

@@nicksmackers Love those guys. Fossil fuel might have run out before that build is finished. Those lads may have a series on converting Binky into electric or .........fusion power

[@mabrokenleg2388]

That snap in the end was too smooth😅👌🏿

[@timewasterable]

I know right, I re-watched the "click" to spot any glitches... none. So smooth.

[@maze2756]

Too smooth alright

[@TheDingus9]

Damn good editing... Couldn't believe my eyes x4!

[@camdavies5530]

Al is a boss for telling it like it is. The world need's more people like him.

[@noanoxan]

There’s no apostrophe in needs btw

[@FloppydriveMaestro]

@@noanoxan Literally nobody cares.

[@user-neo71665]

The problem here in the US people that says what needs to be said gets some groups panties in a twist. Your then a closed minded woman hating homophobic racist.

[@2005blackpearl]

neo 71665 and yet many of the political right who rave about lefties hate the idea of science being taught in schools. Which is the very definition of telling it as it is.

[@FloppydriveMaestro]

@@2005blackpearl Can we not make this a political debate.

[@WilliamMoser]

Two skids in two days, in this case that is a good thing!

[@numinous4789]

As long as they're not in your undies! o.0

[@WilliamMoser]

@@numinous4789 thatisthejoke.jpg!

[@numinous4789]

@@WilliamMoser Yes, but I still couldn't resist ;-)

[@myownsite]

Limited slip!

[@trainsbangsandautomobiles824]

And MCM is about to get 2wisted, it really is Christmas!

[@mcmtv2]

You can support The Skid Factory by hitting the shop for some mad merch aaaand by not doing the adblocker thing!

[@ewingfox6459]

I always let all of your ads play through! don't know if that makes you more money but I do it anyway. Please keep up the great work and please keep up with the awesome lectures targeting KZbin 'experts' . I said it in another post you probably won't get a chance to see but next time you're in the United States the 4 X..I mean lemon squash is on me :)

[@raddeal1]

Zoom zoom

[@sgtlyons999]

Ohh ok cool bananas.

[@wobblysauce]

KZbin Red, no ads to watch.

[@ComradeBenedict]

I love the content but if I see that candy-ass verizon spokesperson again Imma have an aneurysm

[@Tailored_Creations]

Al has to be the chillest down to earth dude ive seen, like a mechanic's budda. No beating around the bush. Tells you exactly how it is and doesnt care if you take it or leave it. Also talented as F

[@Nebbia_affaraccimiei]

16:52 you got to love Al's life lessons, take note kids!

[@JainZar1]

When speak Turbo Yoda does, of note take little ones.

[@ewingfox6459]

Always my favorite part of the videos as well - put down your Forza 5 controllers kiddos and take out a pen and pencil :-)

[@ImBarryScottCSS]

Al's philosophy on life: 😡🍋😊👌

[@TN_Travesty]

In America, people put LS coils in Subaru's. In Australia, you put Subaru coils on LS engines... Priceless! Keep it interesting. Long live Skid Factory!

[@vlt873]

They're probably running the wasted spark coil packs so they can run a lower spec Haltech with less ignition outputs to save money.

[@Starkie348ts]

I love the speech about application specificity and getting what you pay for. Don’t go to 11 when it isn’t necessary! Awesome as always!

[@ewingfox6459]

You can see by a lot of the comments in this thread that people either aren't actually listening to what he says or are commenting before watching the video or they think he's an idiot. I always told my customers that I would do it correctly quickly or cheaply but never all three. this means that there's always different levels of workmanship that can be done correctly depending on the application and the budget.

[@Alex-Walker]

Turbo Yoda is so knowledgeable. His little rants about car stuff and social moans are nothing short of inspiring.

[@trevorjones9872]

in my opinion one of the most relatable cars shows around, real blokes doing genuine car stuff with added humour !

[@Tuilaione]

Hahaha... That face when he was stressed out by the other side and he snaps his fingers... Hahahhaa... Bloody Brilliant. Best character and show on today... Thank you TurboYoda and Woodie...

[@ewingfox6459]

What I really appreciate about all of that Al's videos is that you never hear him tell you how it has to be done - just how he finds that it works best for a certain circumstance with a certain customer. It takes somebody for the tremendous amount of experience to speak this way because most people are just getting started or think they're freaking awesome tend to think that there's a single solution to a problem. I clearly enjoy watching the videos and love the personalities but I think my favorite parts of the video as always when Al takes a few minutes to talk to the camera and school the internet's on something that is woefully lacking in most cases which is just common sense. Next time you are in the states the lemon squash are on me :-)

[@mikejovi980]

I like your attitude to building cars, no fuck around,common sense, practical, informative and well executed, well done lads

[@STAG162]

Al's quite succinct and to the point when he's got a bee in his bonnet, like with those brake lines. That really set the tone for the rest of the video; it was all clear, no-nonsense, good advice, do-this-and-don't-do-what-I-did, etc. Hats off, that was well presented

[@Tonzeff]

I imagine it's one of Al's endearing qualities that goes back to his philosophy of "If you're going to do something, do it properly or don't do it at all.."

[@STAG162]

that's why I like his approach, because I'm exactly the same. experience is the best teacher

[@matthewnasholm]

Al's life lessons are one of the best things about this series!

[@ghomerhust]

one of my favorite things watching al do is putting together headers and turbo piping. just something about the relaxed way he does it, makes it look way easier than it actually is

[@ewingfox6459]

I can chime in here with experience it is a total pain in the ass and one of the most frustrating things I've ever attempted to do!!!!

[@thisnthat3530]

"makes it look way easier than it actually is" - that's the sign you're dealing with a true professional.

[@GstarCurtis]

I keep forgetting that this exists, and man do i love the Skid Factory. I really hope there will be more episodes.

[@trevorlarson4346]

Dude just calls out header companies! I love it!

[@CruiserBrah]

"Make sure you put flanges on or everyone who works on the car after you will hate you". As an ex mechanic, wise words Al, wise words! Some of the tips you give make me think you are in my mind.

[@AussieGinger]

These two are born to work together. It's just awesome. Keep it up!

[@jamesw95]

This guy has the proper attitude for this work. Assume nothing will fit, or be easy because it won't. The header fabrication was awesome. Good work Mate!

[@AaronHardinPhoto]

Nice to see a pragmatic exhaust being put together and still look really nice. I mean, I love some meticulous TIG work, but this is really encouraging for those of us that want to do this at home and aren't TIG artists!

[@AlteredCarbons]

gotta say i love watching these 2 work , there commentary is a little soft but you can tell thats just how he is . where the MCM put more energy into it . this is nice and low key and tells you perfectly whats going on

[@rohantait205]

Shino San typical true blues hahah love them

[@tnexus13]

I wouldn't call it commentary, more just a master mechanic delivering lessons to his KZbin apprentices!

[@samsonian]

Moog and Marty get on my nerves a lot of the time because it feels like they are trying to fill every moment with some commentary. Al is ‘that guy’ everyone that has worked long enough has worked with; great mechanic, not fancy just gets shit done, isn’t an ass or abusive to the apprentices but will flip you shit with the best, obviously loves the work and the project just moves along like it’s on greased rails...great watching him work and a good lesson in productivity while still having fun.

[@mcmtv2]

Al is a very fancy bloke@@samsonian

[@CruiserBrah]

These guys know what they are talking about, while Marty amd Moog hqve a go, they really are just back yard bashers.

[@numinous4789]

Yay, more Skid Factory! Cheers from the U.S.

[@77eamonnd]

That is extremely impressive Al, you had to work through a seriously tricky situation with a camera stuck in your face, but you still managed to stay calm and pass on your years of expertise and skill.... Fantastic work from both of you, it really is a great channel

[@tnargmit]

Coming home from work and seeing a video from the Skid Factory and Mighty car mods at the same time, gotta be the Skid Factory first every time!

[@jakej7493]

Just finished watching the workshop tour, then BOOM 29 minute Nova episode.

[@jakej7493]

@Hooha888 sorry typo haha. Still a fat episode

[@pauljohnson7382]

Simple Life Lesson by Turbo Yoda- " Don't Get All Butt-Hurt!" 👌

[@ewingfox6459]

So many likes lol !!!! and if you look at the comments for people get super butt hurt over what he says or does it's always people who've never worked in the industry!

[@nickmccarron6451]

I have to say I love watching your videos boys. I've always been keen on the Jap stuff and never thought I'd be so keen for a video on a small block chevy to come out haha. Your videos are a perfect mix of fun/technical :) Keep up the good work!

[@tyronkaraitiana8938]

Good ol skid factory days rewatching in may 2024

[@spunkmire2664]

Love skid factory's attention to detail.

[@vctrsone]

Really nice to see the craftsmanship that goes into your builds.

[@RandomPerson-sb5mw]

Great solution for the exhaust! The force is strong with this one!

[@JordyValentine]

Yes! Loving the nova build! And that collectors not sloppy, you said it yourself it does exactly what the job requires. Not like it's a backyarder with no penetration in the welds

[@juankrajo3874]

Love the effect at 26:05, so simple, so smooth.

[@onomatopoeidia]

best car channel anywhere. Love it. Clever, funny, educational. Imagine if the school system was like that!

[@bigguy78246]

Ok the edit on this is spot on. The snap and done was great. Thanks guys

[@centexsc5064]

Can't beat that last bit. Snap and done.

[@gatmanaug]

every one needs a friend like you . sweet build. love how it look factory!

[@clinty51]

Edit SKILLS Woody! Awesome driver side header placement. How many people would just love to click their fingers. Love watching the fab work

[@bigcheese82]

If this show were any dryer there'd be sand on the floor. Keep up the great work guys. Love it

[@extansegura]

awesome editing on the end

[@moldingpro7208]

Love this show. Keeps getting better and better. Al is an awesome teacher too!

[@richt247]

Keeps getting better !!

[@fragman21]

best series on KZbin hands down!

[@soarinsoarer1]

Well done guys .. that last bit was brilliant

[@BCs300z]

What a finish! Legends!!!

[@danieltjr5649]

That's magical Al!! i was left with my mouth open :):) awesome work once again great welding on those headers.

[@haydensbirthday871]

Another fantastic episode guys. The highlight of my week

[@MrDixie1987]

Great show don’t even think about changing the format this is real and not over produced to death 👍🏻

[@ActivityPhoto]

Great job on the impossible headers. Love the seamless editing on the finger snap headers clip, good job.

[@vcrusty1132]

A stellar job on the headers Al!

[@joshsmith4488]

One of the best shows on KZbin.

[@sickdevs]

Another brilliant episode. Thanks dudes

[@charlie3453]

It’s a total crack up watching y’all work on this old American nova, I have a Chevy II as well and I know exactly what issues you’re running into, my fender wells are removed and replaced with tubular support bars, it makes getting a v8 in and out of the car much easier

[@sireuchre]

I had 'headers' that did fit, right out of the box. Edelbrock made what they called 'TES' (Tubular Exhaust Systems), which were a bolt in to replace the stock manifolds and in single outlet setups, the Y pipe to the catalyst. My set was in an Astro van with a 4.3L V6. Worked great. In that particular year, GM had used a tubular steel manifold on one side, and a cast iron log on the other, so when my cast manifold cracked in half, I swapped in the headers. Sounded better, made more torque and probably a touch more HP, and better throttle response.

[@chazer200]

Editing creativity gets 5 STARS!!! Good job Boys. Loved it!

[@joeboonen7421]

The talent Al has is bloody awesome, those headers are pieces of art. Awesome vid guys. ps I know this is three years ago.

[@ciomagteodor2150]

best channel with best avice from experienced people

[@jeremyparker7246]

Next level finger click Al your a header Hellman!!! Woody’s production killing it

[@abu_ghaleb]

Fabrication legend!

[@Braeden123698745]

16:58 That's literally the best thing I've ever heard

[@Jack13893]

This has to be the best thing on the internet right now i just love the skill level of al he knows it all i wish to get something done by him one day and all the other blokes are great guys 👌🏽 good job boys!

[@thechad1970]

Outstanding work

[@mfortugapt4life]

Al i must say seeing you building that exaust gives me inspiration to go and try metal fabrication, its realy something beautiful when your work it finished and u get that sence of accomplishment, keep that good work mate

[@regulatormachine2788]

This week on frustration factory... epic!

[@Lukipela01]

I love it when Turbo Yoda is blunt as fuck, I feel ya mate.

[@coles201]

Love this series, top work fellows!

[@sfrrob]

Leaps and bounds. Keep up the good work fellas. Really enjoying the last bunch of videos.

[@steveblackbird5174]

I really.... REALLY, don't know how on all of God's Earth..... Al remains so chilled during builds...My hats off to you mate... (ain't enough XXXX Gold or lemon squash on the planet for me hey...) Maybe it's because of being a dad but seriously... even working on my own cars I get THAT frustrated, I let fly with a list of expletives that would make Satan blush!....THAT (!!!!) is why I love this channel sooo much...! I usually just get up and go for a walk... breath... have a smoke... (yeah I know....!) and get back into it... can't imagine what it's like dealing with customers either...I'm an Aircraft Engineer... after near 26 years and with a list of friends that have been featured in this and MCM's episodes I still lose my shit on the regular...asking for help is always a good thing too..... shame I'm a proud idiot... grrrrr... Anyhooo... Change the steering gear for something more current to avoid cutting massive great holes in the inner guards... you know what Al... ok.. I'll do it... I'll find the $$... I promise...I get it... budgets are a thing... don't do shit half arsed people..... EPIC freakin' work guys!! Best channel out there!!

[@johnsmith-qz4bv]

great work AL

[@scottmastersfilms]

Nice work on the second header!

[@totojejedinecnynick]

Yay! Lemonsquash time!

[@shadowsandfire]

DOUBLE EPISODE! 2 in 1 week, its maccas boys, im lovin it!

[@tdlaustralia7791]

Great stuff guys. Also enjoyed yesterdays vid. Happy to watch a vid all about Al's bike if he wants to make it.

[@LiboKJ42]

Great show these guys put on every time!

[@boatdude12]

That was great at the end.

[@ramdynebix]

Proper CAD/CAM there, nice!

[@retromakiha]

Turbo yoda always dropping knowledge on us. Nice work guys.

[@robywankenobi32]

Rivnuts/Nutserts are the best thing I've learned off you guys, I used them to make a amp bracket that holds my sub amp in a VE commodore wagon where the bracket goes through the boot lining and is a frame hung/bolted from the metal work, and is solid as :) Loving this series :)

[@justinm3747]

Really liked the video today. Lots of useful info that was to the point. I am smashing the thumbs up!

[@andrewmurray6772]

watching Al make custom headers is always awesome to see ! :)

[@Anamnesia]

Camera wizardry deserves a like & a comment! Almost seamless... 👍🏼 👌🏼 🤔 🤯

[@BigRedDiscGolf]

Awesome job again guys.

[@mattfarahsmillionmilelexus]

That click instant header effect was seamless.

[@boosted.everything]

This channel is aswome love watching car builds this Is so sick

[@shanegrangrad8559]

Very good metal work skills boys . Love it

[@Tougenuggets]

Als savage AF in this one! Love it!

[@nichugo4869]

Having worked in a Fab shop for a couple years i know what goes into making a set of custom headers (mainly watched).. They look good mate and will do the job just fine.. keep up the good work boys..

[@tiporari]

Awesome work.

[@LukeTheJoker]

Nice work as always! Built a few exhausts myself, but never a set of headers, one day I would love to...

[@timhatcher4642]

Love all ur videos one of the best explained ways on how to do cars the correct way awesome

[@Toptech888]

Very cool to watch I also have a1965 Chevy nova still stock as though

[@KaraokeClassics]

Great video. Headers look sick 👌

[@charlesshamseldin9555]

Al you make it look so effortless.

[@blearginsnarf]

cool editing guys, another great video!

[@claytonmoody265]

You guys are Awesome!

[@urielsalas9265]

26:10 I really appreciate the editing guys.