Machining And Building A Retro-Tech Flathead - Horsepower S2, E1

Using new tricks on an old flathead. The Ford flathead is one of automotive history's most loved motors. That's why we machine and build one on this episode! Then, we head to the dyno to test out the results. Plus, a hot rod face-off between a 5-window coupe and a modern rod.
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[@bmstylee]

Looking at that old school rod really makes me want to build a vintage hot rod.

[@KD-nb3mp]

I'd love to as well but theyre so damn expensive. A 40' ford with a flathead would be my pick. A 40' DeSoto or Chrysler with an early Gen 1 Hemi would be killer too.

[@vincentlallo6543]

my dad had a 50 ford. it always started no matter how cold with the 6 volt system. the only problem he had was vapor lock. they didn't like heat. flatheads forever!

[@user-er5qd7su5m]

Never ever find another Ed Smith.The man was genius.

[@melchristian8876]

Old school I think is the best one for a cruise night

[@user-er5qd7su5m]

Humble old schooler mechanics never need to boast or brag.

[@kobusdutoitbosman6240]

Great show, thanks❗️👊🔥🥂

[@slome4467]

Good old School Engine no stupid cam phaser no long timing Chain stretch no Plastic guides no chain tensioner

[@victorbangle5050]

SUPERCHARGED BUT HEAD BOLTS...LOL

[@jamesharrison6201]

And what about the V8 '32, 33, & 34s? And production did carry over into the first few months of 1953. Dad had a 53 F1 and I had a 53 mainline 2door post which I always referred to as a coupe. Shame they don't build them like that anymore. Could buy the parts to repair or rebuild 90+% of all electrical, mechanical functions on it. Rebuild the generator? .50, for the brushes.

[@joewilson2258]

How many know that offehouser has made two spark plug heads for the flat head engine . Two spark plugs for each cylinder. Back in the late fifties I seen a pair of these heads stored on a shelf and they were made of aluminum.

[@JamesBurton-kv8sd]

I love video on flat head ford engine. Tell me were you had ford flat engine overhaul. I have 1947 ford flat ford it still run but lose lose oil pressure get warm. I live in south carolina.

[@user-er5qd7su5m]

Where is Ed smith of Five Star Engines?

[@stevewaterhouse3025]

a "brace"? a brace is two, not four, and it refers to hunting speak, e.g., one might kill a brace of birds or rabbits. Just kidding fellas! love your work! was kinda hoping you were putting the flatty in the prowler ;)

[@FINfinFINfinFINfin]

I would love to have a flatty in a '32 Ford roadster. Unfortunately, a stroked SBF can make twice the power for 1/3 the money and be NA. It won't be anywhere near as cool though. RIP to Mark Kirby.

[@leviweber1384]

Edelbrock valve covers now cost $900

[@TundeEszlari]

The content turned out magical.👍

[@amishmafia3339]

No waste gates on these like diesels they come from… the belts be best at 6 psi and slipping…Not suitably engineered for that….birth of the tooth wide belt….and roots blowers was king. Im reliving my drag racing years in the 70s with most you who post on you tube about the 70s… Thank you.. 0:07

[@user-er5qd7su5m]

Bring Ed Smith of Five Star Engines back.....

[@dennisd4452]

What year was this? 2002?

[@user-my1cm8mu2v]

how old is this show?

[@douglashine9638]

I wish you guys would put links to the people and companies that you promote. Trying to find Motor City Flatheads is not easy…

[@dennisd4452]

He might not be around anymore. This show is most likely 30 years ago and maybe even older.

[@kevingilpin6707]

Mark Kirby has Sadly passed and Motor City Flatheads is no more unfortunately!

[@swiftxrapid919]

This show is from like 2002

[@shinymud7]

When do we get some new exciting content? How many more times are you gonna run these from the past?

[@autodidact537]

A 'brace' means a pair not 4.

[@robertwetherington3372]

Y

[@chrisjarvis4449]

MARK HAS HIS OWN BRAINED CRANKS MADE FOR HIM

[@scotts439]

Rest in peace Mark Kirby.

[@user-er5qd7su5m]

Like yeah man Ed Smith died...

[@l042987]

Now the prowler is a classic. Personally prowler is a equally awesome car.. Especially if manual swapped!

[@user-er5qd7su5m]

These shade tree mechanics are not A.S.E.certified.I am but never need to youtube..

[@rickuyeda4818]

A Goodwrench 350 makes more HP. Flatheads are expensive to build.

[@bmstylee]

And an LS makes more for less than pretty much anything out there. But if you're building a flattie it's about hitting an era not necessarily all out power.

[@ThePaulv12]

Well you remind me of my father who thinks if he doesn't see the need for something then no one else needs it either.

[@SGTJDerek]

There's a place for everything. Flatheads WERE cheap and became even cheaper after the SBC became the go to engine. They're expensive now because they are rare. You aren't going to find 20 laying in your local junkyard. Since the LS took over, finding a 1st Gen is getting harder. Even the SBF is getting harder to find.

[@Dazza_Doo]

Funny, you say they are expensive to build, yet you only need a few simple tools. On the other hand my common rail diesel is not user serviceable.