Max Wedge Dyno Tested - Troubleshoot a Legend

[@billcarlson1730]

I like that you show all the trouble shooting on some engines and not just the good ones on start up. You are the best Nick.

[@NicksGarage]

It isn't all sunshine and roses, in an old school speed shop!

[@roryvonbrutt7302]

@@NicksGarage there's no 'flowers' without rain‼️®️™️

[@StarrBoys-tb1rh]

I appreciate this also.

[@eugenecastles7475]

Wow, a Max Wedge on the Dyno!! I've been waiting for this one, you never know what will pop up on Nick's Garage. Here we go!!

[@NicksGarage]

Settle in with the cats and enjoy! This one was a lot of work.🔧❤️

[@leelavoie6753]

Me too!! What a TREAT!

[@bobkonradi1027]

What's impressive is the torque band centered around the 4400 rpms mark. The manifold was designed to max out the torque around 4400, and that's where the torque is. Around 5500 the torque and power starts falling off , so maybe the engine needs a transmission with more than 3 gears for best efficiency.

[@eugenecastles7475]

@@NicksGarage The cats were doing what they do best, sleeping. Even the sound of the engine didn't wake them up. I really enjoyed the video, excellent job on the music, and editing George. I love watching Nick sorting out a problem on an engine, he just keeps on digging until he finds the problem. Now for more HP on the Max Wedge.

[@blinkie1523]

It sure is an art for Nick and like you Eugene I to enjoyed watching him work till he got it sorted and with the patients of a saint to.

[@phillipcortel6330]

Nick! My dad found out the same thing you found out, the twin 750's are to big. He had a set of afb's for a Pontiac. They are smaller cfm. Woke the 426 Max Wedge right up! Customer took the 63 Dodge to the strip,got the best time he ever had! He was a happy customer needless to say. I sure enjoyed this dyno session, Nick. Brought back alot of memories for me. Thank you Nick! Thank you George!

[@mark006868]

Well Phil...nice story...but...This is not a 426 Max Wedge...It is in fact a 440....

[@phillipcortel6330]

@@mark006868 l know it's a 440. There isn't much difference. The fact remains the Max Wedge went faster with the the smaller carbs.

[@mark006868]

@@phillipcortel6330 In fact you have no way of knowing if '' the Max Wedge went faster with the the smaller carbs'' or if the bigger carbs were just not tuned properly....

[@phillipcortel6330]

How about winning races that weren't before.

[@mark006868]

@@phillipcortel6330 Some guys run two Holley 1050 CFM Dominator Carburetors....Go tell them to put smaller carbs to go faster....lolololololol....Now if you factor in that Nick has Trick Flow heads and an aftermarket cam in that 440 and is looking to make 600hp....smaller carbs just won't cut it...

[@fd797]

It is perverse seeing carburetors sideways on a v8. Until you think about it, and how the cross ram works with one carb feeding the opposite bank. You got the primaries clear to the outside for longer paths and low-end torque, the secondaries to the inside for high-rpm. It's just beautiful. Those nerdy engineers going against tradition or norm to do what was right....cool.

[@dannythompson1948]

Dang... Ive never seen anybody tune a high performance carbureted engine before. I'm truly jealous of the people who get to work with you and learn from ya, Nick. This channel is my absolute favorite car channel and I'm a SUBARU guy! Lol

[@NicksGarage]

Thanks Danny. We are glad you are part of the team.

[@dgc474]

Great name Danny sorry about you owning a Subaru but we all make bad choices now and then😂(Mitsubishi guy) I had Aussie valiants growing up not 440s but 265 sixes loads of fun with triple webbers 300+ fast enough and still my first car mighty mini with a massive 43hp 😂

[@dgc474]

And sorry nick great channel I’m qualified mechanic myself love mopars family favourite unable to work now due to illness so your videos remind me of the old days (pre computers) mopar or no car!

[@eddiespagetti8395]

Subaru kicks azz. Mopar ain't chit

[@norrismulgrew859]

Mopar for people who love to go fast and win.nothing beats a Hemi.​@@eddiespagetti8395

[@Australia-ky7kx]

This why I am a subscriber; the honesty in every episode .The engine has a problem not of Nicks making which at first is baffling. He then resolves the issue with relentless testing. Anyone who has ever worked on old school engines understands what Nick experienced. I learn something every episode.

[@NicksGarage]

Thank you!

[@daveh7186]

@@NicksGarage Hi Nick I was wondering if you knew whether or not the 426 Max wedge with 13.5 to 1 compression ran on pump gas of the day ? Do you know the minimum octane requirement for the compression ratio ?

[@19blue58]

You and I both !

[@CapnBubbaa]

This is real life engine experience, not just showing the good, with great numbers, this it is not always "a piece of cake" as we should know in real life situations.I have no doubs the issues will be worked through

[@randylaxton460]

Good job guys I'm installing a 440 wedge newly rebuilt I'm 35 yrs plus automotive u have been a great help withal the tips I gathered from you tomarrow I will break this engine in with ease the engine in a 1964 Plymouth fury thank you guys two thumbs up.

[@NicksGarage]

Right on!

[@OlSgtLove]

Hey Everyone, love it when Nick has to troubleshoot. You can learn alot from Nick and he knows his stuff inside and out ...A Master Master Mechanic !!!!!! Old School !!!!

[@bruces2665]

experience

[@ezsautomotive]

Nick- The carb. linkage fulcrum is 180 degrees turned around...Then you can operate the throttle normally.

[@nickpanaritis4122]

We figured it after when we removed it later. It will be installed correctly on the car. Good point

[@pauldionne1665]

Wow, this was fun watching for sure. Another pure American Muscle Jewel in the Crown 👑 for Nick. Thanks for taking us along. Great EDITTING.

[@NicksGarage]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@jdmmike7225]

8:36 Well then he's gotta love the Mopar's because while they may not have always been the fastest, Chrysler Corp. ALWAYS had the coolest stuff. From Shaker to Air Grabber to Super Bee & Bird to the awesome high impact colors, the cool factor of Mopar's is untouchable in my opinion 👍

[@supermopar7497]

Actually we still rule AA Funny, & Top Fuel

[@franklindreidsr518]

From West Haven, CT.,we thank you for this video.

[@jdmmike7225]

@@franklindreidsr518 I live in New Haven CT lol. Small world.

[@michaelmartinez1345]

@jdmmike7225 , Nobody can win all of the time, unless only their type of machines are the ones competing... But Mopar had frequently come-up with innovative ideas, with relatively modest resources... Especially when Chrysler was the parent company... The contributions that so many companies made in several countries in WW2 to overcome the Nazi's and the Imperial Japanese military, was amazing... And a lot was learned from those contributions... This is probably what gave so many companies after WW2 a very strong background in engineering and innovation... Mopar, along with several other companies adopted so many manufacturing and design advantages, innovations, and experience, that were immediately applied to their civilian products... This greatly helped the economy, and product quality in the post WW2 era... So many countries were able to apply this experience to their civilian product markets for peaceful use... This included our former adversaries :Japan and Germany, of which both countries are now on good terms with their former adversaries during WW2... Mopar was one of several companies that grew after WW2...

[@55desotomine]

Get rid of the unfair weight breaks and restrictor plates and Mopar was always the fastest.

[@michaelelisy364]

Didn't know "gamoto" was oh gosh... 😜 It's always a pleasure watching Nick's garage. All the best guys, have a great week from Melbourne Australia

[@mikedimaio1237]

Always wanted to see how the engines were mounted on the dyno, thanks for filming it George. Love seeing the sorting out process, lots of learning moments in there.

[@NicksGarage]

Glad you enjoyed it.

[@ericball6000]

Dr. Nick, I very much liked this video, not everything go's easy on the dyno, we learn by doing, and NOT giving up, can not wait for the updates on the Max Wedge, cheers.

[@tompitsikos3518]

Welcome back to where you belong this is car heaven for you even though I miss you working on all my cars but it’s ok now we can flat bed them to Nicks Garage love you always your boy Tom P.

[@nickpanaritis4122]

Giassou Tom.

[@timmotel5804]

Thanks for showing us the "setting up" on the Dyno. So cool that back in the day, they did cool stuff like this in the factory on their engines. I love Mopars. Very interesting, educational and enjoyable. Looking forward to the next video. Best Regards to you both and good night.

[@marcgucciardo1942]

Great you have an assistant !!

[@francfurian8215]

Great episode Mr Nick, we all know you will sort it out. I think Shahyad is a keeper, he looks like he knows what he's doing. Keep up the great work guys, that includes you as well George. Cheers 🙂

[@jdmmike7225]

This engine in a '63 Savoy is my dream Mopar. Great video guys. Keep up the great work 🤘

[@NicksGarage]

Right on!

[@jdmmike7225]

@@NicksGarage And I have to admit since I started watching your videos I have stolen Nick's catchphrase in "and we'll take it from there." I've been saying it in our shop for weeks lol.

[@corywilliams8418]

LOVED the video, and LOVE Max Wedges. I'm sure someone has already pointed this out (a Max Wedge expert I'm sure) but I believe the throttle linkage is clocked 180 degrees off. The rods are hooked to the wrong carbs and the linkage needs to be spun around 180 degrees to the lever pulls instead of pushes. GREAT video, can't wait to see it run at full potential.

[@scottbennett3119]

What a terrific job putting this video together. It's very well done! Really enjoyed seeing you guys setting up this max wedge dyno session!

[@NicksGarage]

Thanks so much!

[@johnelliott7375]

And as always the "fine tuned ear👂of Nick's is right on as usual" fired right up instantly.

[@jordancoleman2402]

A Buddy had a max wedge shoe horned into a Dart/Swinger in high-school back in the late 90's. That car was a straight line killing machine ❤️ this was the days of coffee can mufflers on civics that sounded like a never ending refried-bean fart and that old Dodge took them all down 👇

[@Orcinus1967]

Thaaat's what that sound was!

[@jordancoleman2402]

@@Orcinus1967 yes sir, unfortunately the smell still lingers to this day 🤢🤣

[@billdang3953]

@@jordancoleman2402 And the Honda Civic coffee can demographic still insists that they are superior and that a Civic Type R will beat anything out there.

[@Cleatus46]

In 1963, my neighbor purchased a used 1962 Dodge Dart 413 Max Wedge - 3 speed, and up to that point, it was the quickest accelerating car I had ever ridden in. We cruised 1st and 2nd street in San Jose every Friday night picking up street races. He never lost. It was completely stock, including the very heavy, cast iron up-swept exhaust manifolds. I think he paid $2500 for it.

[@NicksGarage]

Thanks for the memory.

[@4ondflor-old]

What an awesome motor. Way to push through that distributor trouble, keeping on it until it’s right. Best shop in the business.

[@jasonrauch9831]

Thanks for doing such a great job on this channel. No annoyingly loud music and no quick shots to cover up the troubleshooting!! You do a great job of showing the real life sequences that a professional has to go through to put together a great product. Your channel is definitely different than most of the car guys channels and I think it is amazing

[@tomsfunchannel]

That’s the sound of old school mopar music too my ears great work guys

[@oxyfee6486]

What a beast of a motor, I love this channel, thanks for giving my wife Jacky a shout out the other night, it made her laugh, you are all incredible people.👍🇨🇦

[@nickpanaritis4122]

Your welcome. Always a pleasure.

[@Monaco-BuilditFixitDriveitEver]

You guys! I absolutely love your content ! The trouble shooting and finding parts and the filming!

[@randyclarke7276]

Nick is a talker the sign of a great teacher

[@johnelliott7375]

I bet that he is correct and the Lord is always with Nick.

[@steveshoemaker6347]

Another fine movie from Kick's Garage.....An thanks to all of the staff who makes this possible👍

[@NicksGarage]

Thanks to you, Shoe.

[@majorpayne5289]

👍Showing the good w/ the bad. Figuring it out on a dyno….gotta be the best of times. Love the video. Best to ya Sir Nick.

[@NicksGarage]

Thanks Major! 👍

[@bobkonradi1027]

If the engine had been in a car, they would have probably never found the problem, Another diagnostic tool is the video camera just above the carbs. Tough to diagnose a carb problem without one. I can recall several problems Nick had with carbs, and just watching one on a dyno test was the solution. Dyno test before installation is definitely the way to go.

[@bandagefreak]

Loving the time lapse video of Nick assembling the engine on the dyno - I'm sure he actually works at that speed in real life!!

[@NicksGarage]

It sure seems like it sometimes!

[@johnelliott7375]

Nick knows what to look for I can wait to see what it is. He is right about cranking and cranking it over and over.

[@bicylindrico]

Your shop helper Shahyad looks to be top notch!

[@NicksGarage]

He is a good man.👍🔧

[@joeljenkins2876]

Good evening guys!!!! It can be SOOO frustrating sometimes when you know you’ve done everything right and STILL encounter problems: it could be really easy to lose patience, but Nick shows how EXPERIENCE keeps a level-headed approach in the most trying situation til the solution is found. Great work!!! I’m sure this engine is gonna THUMP once Nick and his assistant get everything ironed out. Can’t wait to see part 2: George, as always, FANTASTIC PRODUCTION SKILLS, SIR!!!!

[@ronjones-6977]

I had an old block around the side of the house just for these kinds of problems. Whenever we'd get frustrated, we'd take a step back, take a few deep breaths, grab the 8-pound sledge, and give the old backyard a quick visit. It didn't necessarily "fix" anything, but it sure made us feel better.

[@MichaelChunn40]

Wow! Max Wedge + Dyno = Max Entertainment! Thx!

[@tonytronto777]

wild cam!! sounds good

[@mikemckinney2545]

Good to see a Mustang guy in your shop. A little variety never hurts.

[@nickpanaritis4122]

Why not.. All good.

[@OlSgtLove]

Nick and George, get video !!! Missed yesterday..George ,man I love the way to do the openings crusing through the shop !!!! Excellent work George!!! The Wedge is a Beast !!!!! Love how Nick can R & R the distributor and set the engine timing in his sleep ...

[@NicksGarage]

Thanks 👍

[@rideitlikeyoustoleit7640]

Thanks Nick for answering my question and showing how you move engines in and out. Easy in but lots of details...

[@briansd2772]

My favorite engine of all time. Attitude to spare with Max Wedges.

[@NicksGarage]

You have great taste, Brian.

[@ronaldknisley9792]

Ole Nick looks like a surgeon in his operating room! Cool episode

[@mauricerogerson5825]

I like Shayad! He's completely in tune. An excellent fit for your garage, Nick!

[@jamkat388]

I'm thinking these guys learned a lot. I've been a shade tree mechanic myself. I even learned something. Was an informative vid!! Thanks Nick!! Been watching you for a few years now. Love it😉

[@johnelliott7375]

That ear of Nick's is as good as any digital tools.

[@clarebutterfield6927]

Thank you Nick and company!

[@hunnybunnysheavymetalmusic6542]

I REALLY LOVE THAT HIGH SPEED DYNO HANG MONTAGE!!! THAT IS SO AWESOME!!! LOVE WATCHING YOU DO THAT [usually never shown] WORK OF HOOKING THE ENGINE INTO THE CRADLE FOR THE TEST!!! 🤩😃🤓👌✌🤘👍

[@chriswalshe499]

You've got a good one there in Shahyad. Great feedback and thinking. Doesn't have to be asked twice. Onya mate. Watching from West Australia

[@bigmountain7561]

Happiness is Always Vertex!!! You really never have a problem with spark there!!!

[@mfc4591]

George, that camera took some heat, I hope its not smoked ! Well done men. Good job, looking forward to see the results after a re shim

[@brianhdueck3372]

Oh I could feel the tension. Had a 283 years ago fought me. It was a timing issue but can’t remember what. I was 16 years old and my first rebuild. Fun times

[@michaelmooney3890]

Max Wedge a very hard engine to tune but when you get it running right it is hellfire

[@colbyclayton8052]

Very easy to tune. Hemi's are easy but a Max or Ramcharger 413/426 is easier. Those rumors about the the wedge and Hemi over the years are totally false. I personally think the 6pack is the toughest tune from Mopar

[@Musclecar1972]

In 1964, a friends brother bought a brand new dodge, with the 426 Stage III Max Wedge, two door, post car, no radio, bench seat 4 speed, not sure of the rear end ratio, it had factory cast iron headers, that ran from the motor to just behind the seat location under the car, not a pretty car, but, I never saw it beaten. He street raced locally. A few years after he got it the Hemi came out with a lot of fanfare, they didn’t stand a chance, he annihilated every one of them. I believe the doors, hood, trunk lid, and bumpers were all aluminum. I have had many muscle cars myself, some new, some used, this car was impressive. I had a brand new 1969 Yenko Camaro, not to sure it would have beaten him, in 1970 I had a LS-6 SS Chevelle, I bought brand new, that might have given him a good run, it was actually faster than the Yenko. I haven’t seen him in many years, but the last I knew he still had that car, he moved to Florida, so we lost touch, he would be in his 80’s, so probably gone. Time moves along. LOL I really enjoy your channel, wish you were closer, I have a W-30 442 I just finished a restoration on, I’ve had it new since 1972, could use some help getting it sorted out, the motor was totally done, high compression now, balanced and blue printed, with everything in between done as well. To old to handle the finishing of it unfortunately. Looking forward to your next videos.

[@lindenjohnson1515]

i notice a superior paint job on this engine! Beautiful!!

[@ericgorder1]

Mentioning about the carburetor gaskets. The thicker gasket looks like a better choice because each barrel is sealed from each other. The thinner gasket doesn't seal each barrel individually. That's what I observed when you guys decided between the thinner and thicker gaskets. Thanks for the video!

[@jerryhatrick5860]

This is the only channel. I can watch a video this long and Not fast forward.

[@NicksGarage]

Thanks!

[@johnelliott7375]

Good morning to you all I have been waiting for this one most people will scream Hemi. This motor was first and did a great job of stomping on most cars of the day. I wish that you had a original survivor running to work on! A great part of the natural order of the Chrysler product of the the early 60's and has been a great running legend of the times. God bless you and your family..

[@garyhopkinssr8561]

Nick that motor sounds really good man George your better and better with videos. Cheyenne your the best helper for nick I have seen yet, please hang in there.

[@NicksGarage]

Wow, thanks!

[@bigbearvenom6145]

The other thing guys, im not sure if your aware of is when you mess with two carbs on the initial idle screw set up you remove one idle throttle plate adjustment stop screw and use only one in which carb you choose of your liking but you will not screw it in to touch the stop until you rig your bell crank and primaries fully closed so they are synchronized mechanically precisely. Then screw that one idle screw in until it touches were you think it belongs on a the one carb you chose to install it in, turn it in and adjust the idle stop until you get which I would think would be around 1 and 1/2 turns in to open primaries for that initial idle start up which would be half what it would be on a single carb setup then your ready to do the rest of your hook up what ever you guys do to get to the end of your process because you guys did great getting to the end of the process I was with you all the way I anticipated the distributor the prob lem when nick was talking about not pointing in correct postion with the rotor after the initial setting of the distributor had changed. By the way the Idle stop screw that was left out, can go back in the carb now once your done tuning, screw it in until it touches the stop of the primaries with light pressure. Idles screws should always be at same exact location setting with primaries being same location in the bores.

[@pauberrymon5892]

Really should have set the Dwell on that New Distributor, it makes a lot more difference in overall performance than most think it does. Oh but still She really sounds soooooo BEAUTIFUL Nick and new Guy. Congratulations on a job done Right. Salute.

[@greggsvintageworkshop8974]

Awesome video Nick, and your knowledge and troubleshooting skills on this engine is amazing!

[@kennethchapman9564]

A friend from high school had a barracuda with a 440 max wedge in it. That thing was a beast.

[@ManderscheidMedia]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge! We stopped in 5 years ago before flying back to Saskatchewan. Well I'll be back in April hope to stop by again for a visit if that's ok. Take Care

[@nhra7110]

fantastic production, George!

[@NicksGarage]

Many thanks!

[@ΛΟΥΚΑΣΣΦΑΈΛΟΣ-ν4τ]

Γεια σου Νίκο Μαστορα της παλιάς σχολής! Keep up the good job mastroniko!!! I'm greek american and I'm simply in love with american muscle cars! My father had a dodge challenger in the 70's and he used to tell me story's! O theos na se ehei kala! Φιλιά από Ελλάδα!

[@Hillbilly-Tech]

Thank you Nick. I just said earlier today, You cannot beat a big block sound. Love it.

[@newfdog45]

its `Awesome Monday` time, thanks Nick and crew

[@NicksGarage]

Thanks Newf! You rock.

[@johnelliott7375]

Great job with it Nick I knew that you were going to figure it out! I never seen one so bad that it spun like that. Beautiful picture with a new Distributor in the wedge.

[@blinkie1523]

Hi Nick, Shahyad & George I'm sure you will get it sorted and hopefully we will see the numbers you are expecting Nick and with the manifolds too. That Max Wedge does look nice or detailed though.

[@NicksGarage]

Thanks 👍

[@geedubb-q1u]

Can’t beat a Max Wedge baby👍 The sound of a symphony that an EV will never match.

[@danaglass5394]

Neat intake manifold design on the Max wedge. Left carb feeds right bank, and Right carb feeds left bank. Watched a video a while back from Herb McCandless describing this intake on his race HEMI.

[@Carl6231]

Lots of time preparing an engine for the dynamometer. As usual, great job with this episode,Nick!

[@NicksGarage]

Yes! Thank you!

[@dtruth5769]

YOU GUYS MAKE A GREAT TEAM!

[@rixkafer56]

You got a lot of patience Nick ! Cool looking engine !!

[@NicksGarage]

Thanks 👍

[@bnghjtyu767]

I've got one of those engines in a 64 Dodge polara two-door hardtop. Probably my favorite car. Engine was originally put together we think by Dan Devork in in Waldo Florida. I think it's right north of Gainesville Florida.

[@dinadaughtry8993]

I used to live right off of Waldo road in Gainesville on 73 rd Ave North East, Waldo is the town we all tried to avoid because it was such a speed trap,i think the main income for Waldo was speeding tickets

[@jimburig7064]

Look at those glistening Carter AFBs! Best four barrel made. That Max Wedge is spooling up some respectable power.

[@pingjockey]

I used an ISKY solid roller on my MW with bushed ISKY EZ-Roller lifters. Not cheap but it is bullet proof. The cam is a 570RR. A MW needs a solid, sounds good through the exhaust but whatever floats your boat. Good video!

[@michaelmays9292]

Nick knows his stuff on these Mopars

[@nealfox1976]

Anxious to see the follow up video!!!!

[@jon-christiankaczor5384]

That noise is the beautiful sound of a solid lifters clacking away. I run solid cams in everything I possibly can including my 2003 zr2 blazer that is getting a solid roller vortec 350 with factory electronics and 5.3 decapped injectors instead of poppet valves

[@jon-christiankaczor5384]

The blazer will be running any day

[@scotpettengill7801]

I put that electronic pickup in my distributor , on my Pontiac 400 engine back in 1980. The electronics were really awesome and that motor of mine ran so very well. I worked with a bunch of racers and they recommended that set up to me. They used them on cars that raced up Pikes Peak in Colorado.

[@slowg8701]

I've always wanted a max wedge thats gonna be awesome!

[@leelavoie6753]

This is FUN! Sweet Motor. Well done guys. Can’t wait for the fine tune later!! Bring it Nick!!!!!

[@patrickst-georges4008]

Good job nick and is new man

[@ralphculham4669]

Nick, that was a great video showing how you solved the starting problem. The possibility of excessive break-in wear on the cam is an interesting factor. Along the line I had the opportunity to field test a gas turbine engine in the North West Territories. It produced about 5000 hp and drove a gas compressor at a well head. I also had the opportunity to witness the performance of a gas turbine producing about 10,000 hp in a test cell in Ontario. One of the things that was carried out was lube oil testing to see the quantity of metal particulate after a certain period of run time. Though it may not be practical but it would be interesting to do an oil analysis before and after your engines are tested. A before and after oil analysis on this engine and the 440 with the super charged that pumped out 800 hp may have provided deeper insight into your testing. On another note, there were accelerometers on the gas turbines we tested to measure the rotating component vibration levels to monitor engine health. For your tests, your ear suffices for that task.

[@ralphculham4669]

Speaking of gas turbine engines, Chysler developed a gas turbine powered car and made about 50 of them in 1963. I remember being excited seeing this car in the flesh at the Toronto Auto show in 1964. It was in the firefrost bronze colour on the Ghia-bodied coupe with black vinyl top and copper-orange leather interior. The engine produced 130 hp at 36, 000 rpm. Peak torque was 425 ft lb. The engine idled at 15,000 to 22,000 rpm and at top speed, the turbine maxed out at 60,000 rpm. Wouldn't it be a "gas" to test that engine on the Nick's Garage dynamometer? Wear your ear muffs!!

[@kevkullen4720]

Your new helper fits . Keep him . Serves you well.

[@myleghurts3546]

Shahyad & Manny will have good Ford talks!

[@NicksGarage]

No doubt!

[@BigJohn51976]

Nick, sorry to hear you're having so much trouble with this engine. I also like how you stay cool and level headed when this get bad. But if there is one thing I know you will get it figured out because you're the best and you know MOPAR engines. Take care Nick

[@wallyg4445]

Man, what a beautiful sound that engine makes!

[@leemore7960]

Wow. Great show

[@genesimons8368]

Gotta like the close up views of Nick making adjustments while he gets things in order. Plus.. it gives his followers a good opportunity to admire those "Popeye"💪 forearms that he's developed over the years. 😁

[@wellseverett5128]

Hey Nick and Shahyad. Did you notice the secondary throttle plates fluttering wide open? Perhaps a little tweaking of the linkages is needed to slam them open hard? That trik distrib. looks nice. The screw in shaft extension would make it easy to fit to it to a B block too. Nice! Can we Locktite and tighten the extension. Drill and roll pin it and give it a try? Wondering too. At full advance where is the rotor referenced to on the dist. cap plug contacts? Perhaps sacrificial cap and a few minutes with a Dremel to open a window? And see if we're not advancing off of the contacts? Oh, Yeah. Haha. At 39:26, We ALL know that gamoto me' doesn't mean Oh, gosh. Just like Ray Pousti and Ray Malaka aren't the guys at the local auto parts store. Love it! I lived in Athens in the 70's. Got rather fluent with the local slang. Rode Deutz and Mercedes and Volvo tour busses to ACS in Halandri and the drivers would get into drag races from light to light with us all on them. Kali spera kirios Nicos. Give it astodialo, re malaka!

[@nickpanaritis4122]

Nassai Kala.

[@BuzzLOLOL]

Those are secondary air valves that are fluttering, not the throttle plates...

[@wellseverett5128]

@@BuzzLOLOL Hey Buzzy, Nikos. Those are AFB's and not AVS right? No secondary air valves. The secondary butterflies are fluttering where they should be slammed wide open. Take another look Buzz.

[@BuzzLOLOL]

@@wellseverett5128 - You take a second look, choke flapper on top, air valves halfway down, 4 throttle plates all the way down...

[@Fatbalddude1]

Wish that I could watch it but, an hour 20? No thank you. Again, I love ya Nick. Y’all enjoy.

[@pmsales7443]

Nike IS da man! Has boatloads of experince on muscle cars & he is very good at what he does. ALWAYS A FAN NICK!!! YOUR THE BEST!!

[@pmsales7443]

Always Love you Nick! Nice work on the Wedge. You always figure stuff out!

[@davidmarshall8628]

I can't wait to see it sorted out.

[@franker1111]

35°degrees those motors love Nick'

[@1968madmike]

"I cut my finger..." Nick says, Be careful man! I love this guy!!!!