Cam Degree-ing a Small Block Chevy with Big Chief n Jackie! It's BIGGER Than It Should Be?

[@bullfrog1807]

Between watching Steve Morris and Chief tech videos I’ve really learned a lot of little things that add up trying to achieve maximum performance from an engine. Steve and Chief both describe things in ways that anyone who is mechanically inclined can absorb and replicate. Props to Jackie, she is pretty sharp as well and definitely understands exactly what’s going on…impressed with the correlation she made with the timing related to the rear gear and torque converter. Chief and Jackie y’all are a awesome team 🤘🏼

[@garyk76]

Me too buddy

[@tripprogers4814]

Same here. Now I’m more confused than ever lol

[@BlackwaterMT]

These tech videos are nice

[@allglorytogod12]

Legend says Craig Ritchie still talks about that damn wheel every time someone mentions SO to this day.

[@justinshearer3016]

well hopefully someone will let him know i still have it and i do plan on returning it lol

[@bricesiders6468]

Just wait till the next guy needs to borrow a tool lol

[@bryanluntz1603]

Coulda been racing Tang

[@KimiWallrus]

Ole boys program was ended when the valves munched pistons. He was found next to the car in the garage later that morning against his done blowed up unit. They said it was his last bullet, and his eyes were open staring at a paper plate used as a makeshift timing wheel.

[@jacobkilen1762]

​@@justinshearer3016 eh you will borrow it out to some young kid then never get it back itll be returning the favor😂

[@ashburncitystandup9707]

Honestly probably one of if not the best camshaft timing/degreeing videos on the KZbin's killin it

[@MidwestStreetCarsAuto]

thank you!!

[@samdee9337]

Thank You for the degree lesson. At 79 yrs old I am still learning.

[@Angelozr1]

Watching this video makes me appreciate what Big Chief has achieved in his Crow much more. And why he was always on the top of " The List"!

[@goldenwheeledbanshee9160]

Its good 2 hear Jacki laugh and carry on. Juno approved all you 2 did 2. Great video and thanks 4 sharing.

[@tomnorwid]

This setting is so much better than any TV production and the information provided is steller!! I've been racing since 1971 and love your content. Well done Jackie! you too Justen Lol

[@RonniePTexan]

Let's all take a moment to thank Craig Richie for his assistanc and his wheel. Without him, the world would be a darker place, and this video would be a cat video with no camshaft stuff. *_Thank you Craig Richie!!!_*

[@justinshearer3016]

not all heros wear capes lol

[@swamprat69er]

And there is something 'wrong' with a cat video? lol

[@imhungry2387]

I could watch you work on cars all day long. I learn something every video

[@spferguson1981]

That look of fear Chief gave that Jackie not only understood what was going on but helped to define the info coming out was priceless! Don’t u side eye Jackie Chief! 🤣 Love yall

[@bryanluntz1603]

👁️👁️

[@weedave367]

Awesome video, Chief and Jackie. Can't wait to see CaddyJack back together. Best team at midweststreetcars. You guys are #thebestinthegame

[@mikemaccracken3112]

Excellent video. I use Comp Cams tool which goes in the lifter bore and uses a dial indicator to measure the lift. I definitely would have messed up all the readings because of Jackie’s commentary😂

[@WillChandlerFLD120]

I'd love to see the crow in action this year. So many didn't understand how big a underdog chief was for the longest. He competed with big money equipment and still won more than he lost , with that little butler twin turbo... love that car.

[@bryanluntz1603]

Clawd n Clawdette😃

[@realazliving]

Yeah. I don't watch tv ever so I had no idea who they were. But the second I saw a pic of that sweet Pontiac I couldn't not watch. If that thing doesn't make you look you should think about googling "cool".

[@WillChandlerFLD120]

@@realazliving chief modified hood windshield added the wing when he'd got all he could out of the engine and it kept the crow competitive. Too bad crybaby ungrateful racers brought on the show ruined cheif running Texas. I really think the mwsc would have come out #1. we all saw them test the crow was ready.

[@Mr68hemicuda]

1st time I've ever seen someone actually explaine how to do this in language I can understand. Thank you for another awesome video

[@Justin-iw7pl]

Tune in for the next episode of midwest streetcats 😂 Getting to the juicy part of the build now Love you guys 👌

[@freedomfox8183]

Gerald literally seems like he's been making videos forever.. I compliment him all the time .. I guarantee he usually is silent all day working alone so to be doing that so nonchalant on camera talking explaining perfectly is pretty crazy

[@realazliving]

Yes. He's a natural teacher. His knowledge is next level squared. He acts like super advanced stuff is just whatever. I love his channel already.

[@rolliefoster2837]

...great video ! The explanation of using a degree wheel is much better than my first training years ago, yours is easier to follow than the 'box instructions' ! The cats are cool !...

[@chaddjayne4238]

That vintage Little Cesar box is great. But nothing like you two. Hope things are going well for you both.

[@brianstephanierobertson357]

Great job Chief and Jackie, can't wait to see Caddy Jack up and running!!!

[@jasonbose3507]

I'M SO PROUD OF JACKIE, SHE WORKS SO HARD AND HAS TIME TO TAKE CARE OF TWO AMAZING KITTIES, YOU ROCK JACKIE!!! ps/ love the kitty 🐈 hotel in the shop. Those cats love you two so much, they got that drool love lick 😋, so cute!!!

[@cadilakisrodcustom]

I love these technical videos, chief has a great way of explaining stuff.

[@Joe.G]

Hell yeah it's Chief and Jackie time

[@BobbyBiancaniello]

If PTV allows... it would be interesting to see what it does installed on 110ICL than backed up 2 or 4 degrees at a time to the 118ICL it was. My suspicions are the way it was installed on a 118 the Intake valve close event was more than the motor was asking for even for 8500RPM. From what i learned you get to a point where the "port stalls" and you cant fill it any longer and continuing to laten the IVC event nets no gain. I call it saturating the port. Obviously rpm/bore/stroke piston speed also play roll but if a heads only gonna move what it can move no point holding the door open longer, unless ofcourse your really trying to midigate cylinder pressures for other reasons LOL. Good video!-Bobby

[@justinshearer3016]

thanks bobby!!!!!

[@cfmechanic]

On my 440 sbc motor I retarded my cam 4 degrees to air cylinder filling at higher rpms and also to help prevent detonation

[@chloesekao]

So my husband watches your videos....I do by default. Thanks for this video. I had no idea how complicated things were at this level of the build. Also Jackie, thanks for clarifying "less retarded" because I was so confused by then. I do enjoy the kitties, and your banter between each other. Love your work.

[@racerxv6valvoline424]

Again!!! Master's at their craft. I feel like I have been going through race engine university....This was one of the best episodes I have watched...and hear I thought Chief was just a driver, he knows his stuff and Jackie be like no it's it advanced it still retaraded...Love it just love it....

[@timwickersham869]

Thanks for filling me in on what I missed growing up in the 70s,, I always had to be out in the shop,,as soon as he would start I was out lol,,mom to the rescue...

[@maxchristensen256]

As a dude that knows enough about motors and things like that too get into trouble I want to thank you both for putting these awesome videos out. 😎💯🇺🇸

[@DriveSafeDon]

I agree with your comment however, it would’ve been a lot easier just to buy a Musi create engine, then throw it in the fucking car and be done with it. Lol 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@RonniePTexan]

@@DriveSafeDon Easier, but about $100,000 more expensive.

[@MagicMike007]

Who gives a shit about a musi engine. More pride when you build your own stuff! Keep on keepin on.

[@jacklynbraasch]

@@DriveSafeDon lemme know when you send the check for said musi 😂

[@jrdmotorsports9718]

"8 degrees of Big Chief" is the new "6 degrees of Kevin Bacon"...

[@freddiemoralez1536]

So I have watched content on degreeing cams , after this time I believe you are a good teacher. Thanks for content and God bless all.

[@shilokirkman3791]

Love watching chief and Jackie. They are a huge inspiration to me. Been following chief since day 1. Learned a lot from just watching there videos. Good people be really cool to hang out with that’s for sure. Keep up the good work.

[@markfrance4491]

Your methodical and systematic way of breaking down an engine and rebuilding it is an artform! Your understanding mixed with common sense and ocd makes it very understandable to someone thats clueless 👍

[@Huntrace87]

You guys make such an amazing team together!!

[@robertwest3093]

That is a WIDE Lobe Separation Angle if that's a carbed engine. I believe this is the best explanation of the cam degree process I have come across! Thank you for this!

[@danielvrana9444]

Chief thank you I don't build motors but you said it and Jackie too that even I could follow you!!! That's what's important teaching the unreachable !!! Very cool!!!

[@codymarandola3164]

Such precision with everything yall touch! It's like watching magic happen in slow motion lol. 😁

[@PCgonerogue820]

Thanks Miss.Jackie and Chief, I like how you explain things , Chief, you explain things for beginners. I learn years ago to explain things for beginners since most people teaching other don't do a good teaching others.

[@redneck_ridge_reptiles]

Welcome to chief and Jackie's full on engine building KZbin channel 😂 love the content guys!!!!🎉🎉

[@CapnBubbaa]

Thank you for the in depth explanation & tutorial on how to degree a camshaft... This type of video is always helpful to viewers...

[@henzig8774]

Impressed that you put time and effort into what you have. Or even what you just believe belongs in a car, despite it not being the easiest way to go fast. Lots of respect

[@deuceswild1304]

I always learn a little watching your videos. You guys make me laugh every time. I love how Jackie gets distracted by the kitty while chief is talking. Getting closer to hearing her come to life!

[@henrickhenry8333]

Good to have a MW upload to get by the work day. Hope all is good🙏🏽 🔥👍🏽🔥

[@HugzGunsnmore]

I'm prepping to rebuild a 302 SBF for our Father/Son project truck. Im no expert and have been struggling to understsnd cam degreeing. You video just cleared it all up! Love the waybyou explained this. ❤

[@matyLSX]

Jackie your editing skills have improved. The music is killa. The quality is spot on. Great job. Thanks for the videos. I could listen to Chief all day.

[@Smludt]

Thank you Justin, sharing this type of stuff is awesome and we all definitely appreciate what you and Jackie do!

[@kevinl.2291]

We’ll work just stopped it’s time to watch Chief and Jackie 👍😎✌️

[@Frankie--da-fixer]

Great Video,can't wait to see you y'all back racing!!

[@johnboomer8468]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge and passion of building performance engines

[@johnfebozzi8896]

Cant wait to see Caddy Jack fly. The motor is turning out really Sweet 🎂🎂🎁🎂🎂

[@flyingdebree3094]

The little bits are critical as you already know great content

[@Joe.G]

Thank you for another great video. Much love to you both ✌🏻

[@BenDuane80]

Look forward to these videos, thanks for all the effort and humor..you guys made my day better

[@BrentAllen99]

Always droppin knowledge on us!! Thanks for showing why you always need to check. Gerald's videos show the same type of knowledge 🫡 Us 2 first namers are learnin from ya'll no mater if your semi-pro or full pro hahaha

[@johnelliott7375]

The man or professional just said it ," Tolerance Stack " is a massive engine killer and does don't discriminate against any manufacturer period! Great job Mr. Big Chief! . My second car was a 10 anniversary Trans Am and the 400 in it was a great engine for a stock on wi

[@rickeeporter5952]

Love it, can't wait to see Caddy Jack back making rips. Keep the content coming, love following you all along this ride.

[@9168TimGlass]

I haven't degreed a cam in 30 years, takes me back to some great times and good friends.

[@shanequarry3853]

That was awesome guys.. thanks you guys have brightened up my day 🙏🙏

[@toddtheisen8386]

Regular shop, regular folks, even a regular helper critter. Best advice for average Joe. Good video.

[@usmc29er44]

Craig Ritchie...the biggest what-if GOAT of street racing. Career derailed due to a lent out Pro Degree Wheel that was never returned :)

[@bryanluntz1603]

Ain't that the Way...

[@bryanluntz1603]

I'm lookin' for the bit I loaned to Drill Bit Taylor 🙂

[@alfee9411]

Lmao

[@jasonbrinegar6759]

Best instructional cam video on the internet!!!

[@derylcook6658]

Do not understand most of what you said during this filming but am impressed with your knowledge. No wonder the Crow runs so fast.

[@The918OBS]

Thanks for school today buddy 💪I love the Educational stuff .

[@danielmurphy4023]

I am so glad yall started doing these videos explaining this kind of stuff you do it to where it's easy to understand thank you keep up the great content

[@ssok4133]

I figured it out! These are cat videos, where sometimes mechanicing breaks out. Lol. Your videos are great for the guys like me still trying to make the best out of what I got with my whip. Super informational, and freaking hilarious.

[@gregoryhart3307]

Thanks again for another great episode from you two.

[@MidwestStreetCarsAuto]

thanks for watching!

[@JuanGonzalez-mi9uj]

Hey chief and Jackie guys that was an amazing and informative way to show how to degree a cam can't wait to see that badboy in final assembly and ready to see what it will do if you guys dyno that badboy as always keep up the awesome work guys 💪💯

[@justinshearer3016]

thanks Juan!!!

[@DaveJordan310]

You have very loving cats. Cats are reciprocal creatures : the more love you give them, the more you get back. So I know that's a loving home. 👏👏😍

[@sniperkroz2204]

I did the same thing on a lot of Toyota 1hd diesels after servicing the Diesel pump and injectors. Vernier Pulley and set the cam timing to factory. Was the only way for them to make the advertised power within emission regulations.

[@DavidVizard]

Cool video. Your viewers could get further info on cam timing from episode 8 of PowerTec 10 entitled 'Why cam companies cam card are NEARLY ALWAYS WRONG' and episode 73 which details a better way to time in a cam and an AUTOMATIC CAM TIMING WHEEL. Episode 85 is explicitly on LCA's and why 98% of PRO CAM/ENGINE GUYS CALCULATE IT WRONG. DV

[@randymayton-ne7os]

I tell you right now Chief, that was a very good lesson on degreeing in a camshaft!!!

[@GasCarGarage]

Thanks Chief, very informative. You should write your own tech book. You can call it ,How to build a race car ,the Semi-Pro way😂. Thanks for the update you guys.

[@johnhuggins3671]

The kitty is really quick with math and numbers. She obviously knows how to degree a cam in. Good job explaining the error 😺 ❤

[@johnfebozzi8896]

I love all your content and videos. I love all your kitty 🐈😺🐈😺 cats, especially the one that inspects all your parts.

[@JretnuH]

Watching all the videos yall make gave me the confidence to port my heads myself

[@clintdenman3037]

I really respect how you are good to your cat she looks so happy,and proves that its healthy to have a cat in a workshop I have two in my wreckers and they are a customer favourite with many.

[@justinshearer3016]

she gets treated better than any human thats for sure lol

[@jrdmotorsports9718]

Some of us prefer animals over people lol

[@clintdenman3037]

@@jrdmotorsports9718 i must say @ JRD I actually lost my wife when she was only 32 years old and I can say without having to much embarrassment that sometimes people mean well but sometimes they do more harm than good even with engines everyone has opinions but animals just trust you and your opinions and love us either way so I must agree 100%.

[@brianholcomb6499]

Yea Yea, I have got that book too 😂😂😂😂! Page 308 I believe! I have had that book for ages! If you call yourself a engine builder, & don't have that book, you are not a engine builder 🙄🙄🙄🙄! I also worked in a real deal race engine shop! 2 & 4 barrel circle track engines,(that actually won championships!) Drag race, N20 & boosted! It was actually a small shop just like Mr. Brands! I'm glad that there is someone out there explaining things the right way 👍👍👍👍! We just need more of Jackies Butt now 👀👀👀👀🤪🤪🤪🤪! Thanks guys!

[@justinshearer3016]

its a lifesaver of a book for sure !!! between that and calling jrd i never would have got thru it lol

[@chief3378]

Was Juno just kind of strutting her stuff in the intro learning how to do stuff and being entertained at the same time great stuff you guys see you on Tuesday

[@DM-eb7tu]

Hi BC& Ms Jackie thanks for another awesome video. Ms Jackie is always paying attention and very knowledgeable. BC the real race master.

[@richardhunn4298]

You'll love that 1/2" thick head gasket!

[@justinshearer3016]

it wsa 086 before lol

[@chrisbismarck1405]

Glad to see y’all actually building the motors you’re racing instead of what you see on other street racing channels where they just go buy whatever is the fastest that someone else is using. I understand that they work on them but they aren’t building them

[@jrdmotorsports9718]

I think it's more relative to time. A lot of guys with crazy time frames don't allow for them to build, or they just don't know how. To some, they don't get their "high" doing it like we do. But in my line of work, if they all did, what would I do everyday of my life? Lol.

[@chrisbismarck1405]

@@jrdmotorsports9718 I get it but if you look back at the SO show how many of those guys ran the same combination from the first season to his last and was consistently at the very top besides chief. The other guys were spending a lot of time buying motors changing combinations all to try and beat chief and his crazy Pontiac . Not kissing his ass but got mad respect for his program

[@jrdmotorsports9718]

@@chrisbismarck1405 I would file that more under dedication. Can't really go by what the show chose to air on whether or not he was the only building stuff, but it takes a Metric Fuck ton to get those cars down unprepared pavement, way more than just the engine combination, and although I applaud him for doing his own stuff, it's the overall dedication that does it... and I don't think anyone else had or has the amount he does, regardless what engine program and who builds it. It takes a dedicated person to see dedication and know when they see it. Wouldn't matter if he didn't actually build the combination or if he just maintains someone else's, dedicated to winning is all that matters. What I like is, he doesn't just throw money at shit and expect to fix shit, like most do. That's where experience comes in.

[@ronmedenwaldt]

Progression is always good. May not be where you want to be but ya still moving forward! TY for sharing.

[@Pointless-fishing-adventures]

Really Enjoyed this one. I like the piston stop. i have seen it done that way by steve Morris but never thought about the slop. I made a block like yours but used a dial indicator to find TDC. (Im only a weekend warrior so don't flame me too hard my real job isnt racecar). I like yor way better and will just put an adjustable stop on my block. Also i wont need to mess around changing my dial indicator back to the mag block for the lifter

[@donaldegreco]

Like the new shop cat hangout. Mine enjoy theirs. They play king of the hill to see who gets the top to look out the window.. Precision is the key to longevity in any machine. Nice work on stressing that.

[@d.mcdave8880]

Well, I understand the why a lot better but I am going to watch a few more times to get the how. Lots of good info here. Thank you, Chief and Jackie. It's not as exciting as smokey burnouts but I am actually learning something, and that is always a good thing!

[@MidwestStreetCarsAuto]

smokey burnouts coming very soon!

[@br549rdr]

You go Chief. Cool to see you right there Jackie.

[@randallnonya7298]

Thank you !!! That was a great example of how to degree a cam I'm going to order a degree wheel as soon as I'm done writing this

[@ososcribww]

Its awesome to always check what you have I stalled that way you have no issues at the track , just tuning love you guys we all have learn eryday much love guys tha ks to you all and especially pro craig😊

[@ReIics1970]

I'm an old man. I still do my cams, the Keith black method.

[@steveharries924]

Love you and Jackie and your show Steve uk

[@russelllearn749]

Great video, understand how to and why to degree a cam much better now, listener #8.

[@DD-sw1dd]

2:00. 2 first names? 😆 Took me afew min to remember that Talladega Nights reference.

[@twistedkidmotorsports9093]

We are definitely brothers from another mother I live on a back road people dump cats off, and I feed them all big heart big chief

[@justinshearer3016]

cant help it...big hearted

[@shawng7902]

All across the country, millions of dollars are bolted up to harbour fright engine stands lol. I spent more on the catch tray than the stand. Then twice as much for the bellhousing mount plate.I have a junk transmission on a stand I have $500 in and my engine on a $50 one lol

[@nymustang5084]

I hope we get another video on PTV clearance. Very informative.

[@MidwestStreetCarsAuto]

it should be tuesdays video!

[@gatorsaw3315]

I could use this dude advice on my caddy 500ci build.. great stuff chief

[@tyrusrice635]

I’m confused… so when you originally put the degree wheel on did you set the pointer at 0 degrees? Also was the number one piston at BDC when you set everything up?

[@minigpracing3068]

I know it takes a ton of extra time with video, but I hope you recorded checking clearances on piston to valve for both the 112 and 110 degrees.

[@Peg_Leg9n]

12:43 😂😂😂😂 “at least 3 and a half degrees “

[@toffeechips69]

Chief has a way of explaining intelligent things in a way that I can understand. I think to myself "This dude is pretty smart" then Jackie comes in and corrects him. That girl is pretty damn smart herself.

[@MidwestStreetCarsAuto]

yaaa buddy

[@ronclements2002]

Dude is amazing! This is why I am a Big Chief Fan! You don’t ever here anyone else explain this stuff so idiots like me can understand! You never hear Shawn Ryan Reaper or anyone else take the time to teach, just excuses why they lost😂. You are the shit buddy boy! Keep up the talking so I can get learnt!😂

[@justinshearer3016]

thank you!

[@clintjohnson8670]

Your level of teaching is......😮 good job keep it up❤