REBUILDING AN EX RENTAL FERRARI | PT2

[@panchit0z]

Mat’s dad is the best dad on KZbin!! Glad to see he’s a staple on the channel now

[@jimmyhughes5392]

Matt made a point of calling him Tony in this episode because everyone was calling him Matt's Dad at the Goodwood festival

[@tom69821]

And he got called tony in the last video too 😂

[@antonypye6099]

Mat's Dad #DadTony is really getting into this #KZbin gig. He never talked or laughed when he first started.

[@FoesCollective]

What about pewdipie?

[@garrettlowell7637]

I’m here to watch Tony, and it’s entirely cool to see a father/son team here.

[@KingJojoB]

If you didn’t come from tiktok raise your hand 🤚🏽

[@Iaserz]

L bot

[@malikmal-ouroissa1143]

🤚

[@Orbwn2]

Wow, what an original comment that I’ve never seen before

[@BowsettesFury]

Would never download that Chinese spyware. 😂

[@J0T4._PR]

🤚🏽

[@rast4man]

I swear, it's the coolest thing to see you and your father wrenching together. So many of us haven't had that experience or really wanted to have that bond with our fathers. Your father is a remarkable man and you should be proud. Kudos to both of you.

[@jermainethomas8010]

Couldn't have said it better myself. I think that's why this channel has got so big. You see.. Some of us still believe in good old family values. 😊

[@Henry-qh5zf]

Im so so so with you on that one👍🏼😊

[@MrAde101]

The look in his dads eyes says it all… absolutely a proud dad seeing son excel at what he loves doing

[@rast4man]

@@MrAde101 For sure. I saw that only a few times with my father but enough to remember.

[@rast4man]

@@jermainethomas8010 Well said my friend.

[@tavarish]

it would have taken me six years to put that engine back together

[@E.Gorner]

This comment needs to have more then 7 likes

[@juliom6260]

@@E.Gorner 9 now 😂😂😂

[@broodjekaas820]

@@E.Gorner no checkmark = no likes

[@simeonhunter]

still quicker than Bad Obsession would have taken.

[@cme2cau]

@@simeonhunter yes, but they would have made 1500 brackets.

[@canadianavenger]

Use the burnt transmission as an assembly manual for the original disassembled one. And hopefully if you are missing any bits, the ones from the burnt transmission are salvageable. (or vice versa, if you choose to rebuild the burnt one instead)

[@encerche5629]

Yes, disassembling the broken transmission is what I did to learn. And I used it for spare parts.

[@tom69821]

I was going to say the same. It’s better to have a broken gearbox fully assembled than only a dismantled gearbox having to guess where bits go!

[@adha2913]

I was going to say the same thing. Definitely the way to go in my opinion.

[@LouFiasco]

It’s what he’s gonna do.

[@richov]

I was going to say use the fire damaged one as a manual too but don't use parts from it as the heat of the fire would have weakened the integrity of them

[@markdavidge9572]

I lost my dad last year, so loving and passionate in my business just like your old man. Brings a tear to my eye seeing you two x

[@4039byrne]

His dad is always smiling. I bet it was his dream to do these sort of things with his son

[@wanderer7779]

And i bet he always wanted to work on cars like that and his son is giving him the opportunity it couldn't be more perfect

[@phxees]

I think so too, but Mat is always putting his dad to work. "I'm torquing the bolts because my dad can't hear the beep". I could pay my dad, but I don't think I could actually have him do real work while I'm running out to get parts.

[@andrewburns2833]

There’s only one thing I love more than you rebuilding your cars and that’s the relationship you have with your Dad. I lost my Dad 9 years ago and we were just like you guys, best friends. Great vlogs Mat

[@VoidWasHere2]

I am sorry for you lost ❤️

[@fabian-6875]

God bless you and your father❤️

[@W201034]

Others might have commented on this, but when using the "flange sealant" and running the bead on the outside of the bolt holes, you might have oil finding its way out by the threads and down the shaft of the bolt. If the bead was on the inside then you guarantee that the oil will not reach the threads. But there is no oil pressure there, so most likely there will be no issues :) Love the build and the channel!

[@wrxsubaru02]

The more your dad gets involved, the better your channel gets. Such a good father, and you both have amazing energy. 🙂

[@Hitmanzero47]

I lost it when dad couldn't turn the crank and says, I need another sip of that bottles meal. 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@wrxsubaru02]

@@Hitmanzero47 LOL

[@Fractal_blip]

What's that

[@GreasyMoist]

nah, exactly opposite.

[@xS1CSHOTx]

You really don't want assembly lube under your main/rod bearings. Only lube on the friction surfaces. The surface should be clean and dry(even use some acetone to clean the surface)

[@FoodFighter46]

Exact same thoughts

[@chrisfoley5035]

Just came to say that aswell 😂

[@MrNutter13]

Yep me too 😮

[@scoob_dj]

This 👍🏻

[@stuartbrown06]

I thought it was loctite

[@pmcotto7371]

The in depth, step by step rebuild is amazing! To many creators just replace the entire engine, or skip over the actual build. For people that love to work on cars in their free time, this type of content is perfect. When your skeptical on whether or not you should dive in and replace the timing belt or head gasket on your own vehicle, these videos serve as inspiration & proof, that HARD WORK BEATS TALENT.

[@hendrikmarais6850]

I would use the fire damaged gearbox as a template or guide to rebuild the old one and maybe scavenge what's missing. Fire damage normally soften or make metal brittle and reduces hardness of the metal. Rather rebuild the old gearbox. Cheers

[@jimstartup2729]

Was thinking the same... Document everything with the strip down of the fire damaged one and use that to build back the original.

[@TheTeek]

You are really fortunate to have such quality time with your father. I would have loved to still have that time with mine. Enjoy every bit you have together! Keep it up. Love your video's.

[@hczylos2432]

His dad not being able to hear those beeps should remind us all to appreciate still being "young" and up to function. They're both lovely people, and it's nice seeing them work togheter.

[@jpcme2002]

people don´t imagine the amount of work that is behind of 21 min of video... Great job guys!!!

[@JKPN_]

Who said it was easy?

[@deanbrown2015]

I constantly find myself pausing these videos to see how long they’ve got left as I don’t want them to end!!!!!!!!!!!! Well done Matt, been here since the TT days, unbelievable what you’ve achieved! HARD WORK BEATS TALENT 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@oldbasted]

Hard work is a talent.

[@ShadiAlmosri]

Totally, I am always worried it's about to run out! I want 45min vids 😁

[@theirishvideos]

The most British thing I have ever seen and lovin it.... Father and son rebuilding a modern and extremely complicated Ferrari engine in a shed but with the skill that would put a Ferrari engineer to shame.... meanwhile the dog is walking around making sure everything is up to scratch. 🙇‍♂️

[@johnmills3619]

Love watching this channel and Mats dad is a genuinely lovely guy. The burnt gearbox could could be disassembled and used as a guide to build the original one. Good luck! 😊

[@86neverfadeaway]

thats what I was thinking about the gear box as well, disassemble and use as a physical diagram on how to re assemble the one in pieces

[@luislopes2240]

4k 3d manual😂

[@AnthonyRBlacker]

I'll say this Mat. You're one very lucky young man having your dad (with an excellent name, the best name!) Tony there to help you. You've really REALLY learned a lot of building an engine from the ground, not many people have the heart to go as far as you have with basically a core block and start from scratch! Nice work Mat, HWBT all day! My kids now say that all the time!!

[@thomasyo75]

This is one of THE most absorbing builds I have ever seen on YT, totally in awe of the patience and effort from all of you.

[@markwgoldsmith]

I love the way you break down what you're doing into simple stages - that's a great educational technique! Wish more of my high school teachers had been able to do that...

[@stevehughes8128]

You don't normally put build lube or oil on the back of the bearing shells just the running surface

[@SkylarkCamperAdventures]

The lube will take up what should be the oil gap and may lead to a lack of lubrication. 😮

[@suznet]

@@SkylarkCamperAdventures No, he said on the BACK of them, not the running surface

[@TheGalifrey]

Yeah I have never seen assembly lube on the back of main bearing shells 😁

[@SkylarkCamperAdventures]

@@suznetthat’s right, putting lube on the back of the shell will reduce the oil gap as it would space the shell off the block, thus reducing the gap between the running face of the shell and the face of the crankshaft etc.

[@Wargasm54]

Think it was loctite .

[@mbeachtantrum]

As someone who works with my dad, my favorite part is watching Mat and his dad working together. Love it.

[@trainmanbob]

The channel..superb The content..excellent Mat's Dad...priceless He just has to be permanent. The best Dad and Son combination ever.

[@Carsntime]

Mat, I’m not an expert but have built quite a few forged engines as a hobbyist and always put the bearing into the block dry and then build lube/oil only between the bearing face and the crank itself. My understanding was that oil between the rear of the bearing and the block, then it has a greater chance of spinning a bearing.

[@Kiwi_Bayer]

Yeah no you're right. I'm also no expert and have also built a handful myself too and have learnt to never done that. So I do hope they haven't gone ahead with this 🙈

[@chrisdaigle5410]

They should also be using gloves when handling those bearings. After a while you could pull the bearings and see their fingerprints burned all the way through the bearing surface.

[@BMWe-ed2tn]

@@chrisdaigle5410 yup , also the tabs are only for locating the bearings on install , the caps crushes the edges of the bearing halves together to lock them against the bore. Felt wierd installing tab-less bearings into my forged rods that had the tab cutout :/

[@Gunstacks]

I love your enthusiasm. Great videos thanks. I wish you could get a break on some good parts turning up. Horrible that burnt out gearbox. People always fail to remember when you buy fire damaged bikes and cars. The heat warps, weakens and micro cracks aluminium really badly. I think it’s better not to touch fire damaged mechanicals. Sometimes the age old saying buy cheap buy twice comes in. Also just my 10 cents worth but I worked with an engine builder once and he recorded all the tolerances along the way of all the parts fitted in the engine. That’s super important. Cheers keep em coming!

[@Race.Charles]

Mat - you dont need assembly lube behind the bearings in the cases or rods. That will cause the bearing to move or spin in the case. Will also reduce oil clearance between the bearing and journal. Nice clean wipe with some brake cleaner and fit the bearing to a clean dry surface.

[@CCCC-ul4dr]

I winced.

[@markB40]

That’s a must, good chance this engine will fail due to wrong bearing clearance now

[@alistairjack2690]

Agreed, I have never used any type lube behind the bearing shells, in fact have never seen a mechanic do that who knows how to build engines

[@Petar001]

Why lube under bearing?? Race.Charles made good point.

[@OakLawnSpeedShop]

Agreed bearings are installed dry on the back side. Everything will be off with respect to clearance and crank end play.

[@v8discouk.]

You're smashing it mate but quick tip never oil your caps/shells before installing only oil before installing crank or cams as you could end up spinning a shell doing it like that bud

[@jamiebarber4675]

​@@derektaylor2941trust me pal that tab does sweet f all if you lube up the stationary face of the shell. It'll just shear it off and spin anyway. Learnt that the hard way on a 2zz VVTLi engine

[@markregler2164]

​@derektaylor2941 finally someone who understands! The tab makes sure the shell won't rotate. Still shouldn't put assembly lube under the shell though, because it affects the oil clearance measurement, which he didn't do anyway......😮

[@markregler2164]

​@@jamiebarber4675that is just plain wrong! The only way you would shear the tab off is if your bearing is way to tight.

[@jamiebarber4675]

@@markregler2164 which would happen if assembly lube was placed under the shell, and thus reducing the gap between the shell and the crank journal. The tolerance bearings are machined to even a few microns can be the difference between being tight or not

[@ninjaman07213]

This is my first comment ever on a KZbin. I love what you guys are doing. Keep it up from ohio usa.

[@Konosh]

That £4000 gearbox has just become your user guide on repairing the old gated manual.

[@highpath4776]

and presumably will yield a spare - or a sell off to get some money back later

[@stevejones6349]

Expensive service manual.

[@Konosh]

@@stevejones6349 yes but what price do you put on learning a new skill. This is an investment on his / our future in being able to repair.

[@mtvb87]

This vid is 4 minutes old and got allready 73 comments, we love the way how Mat fixes cars with his dad. Keep it up dude!

[@Dpo2203]

Watching you and your dad work is a joy Matt , he’s a legend and between the two of you there’s nothing you guys can’t tackle together . Wishing you all a great Family Christmas and success on all your projects .

[@salto1994]

So excited to see your dad becoming a regular on the channel. So many nice dad-son moments

[@mannycamacho3892]

I am thoroughly enjoying your channel and there is something special about seeing your dad working with you and helping you through your build.

[@michaelb.42112]

One of my favorite channels. Two blokes who have no professional experience, but 100% heart and a father and son team who are non stop optomosists. SUUUuuuueeeeeeee 11:09 makes have soooooo much respect for you. I have NO IDEA how to assemble an IKEA, yet a Supercar.

[@jasonhorvath4272]

Hi Matt thanks for taking the time to show in detail what you are doing and how it’s done. Best channel on youtube by far. Watching from AUSTRALIA 🇨🇰🇨🇰🇨🇰

[@zollotech]

That transmission doesn’t look too bad, but it seems you paid for the world’s most expensive Ferrari transmission manual. Engines looking good too.

[@senianns9522]

The replacement gearbox has been hosed down ! The car has burned at some time during its existence!

[@blacksta-r]

​@@senianns9522👍

[@yeknommonkey]

@@senianns9522yes, but I think Zollo is suggesting they paid £4K for a physical ‘guide’ (manual) on how to put the original parts together.

[@dannynobregamadeiraandgami4978]

I love your videos and I have recorded your Lamborghini murcielago on the Gumball 3000 London Battersea Power Station and you make me feel happy ❤

[@bard3405]

Was soo obvious

[@djsonicc]

3:34 and 5:51 I don't think you're supposed to lubricate the back of the rod/main bearings. You'll end up with a spun bearing.

[@kitatit]

Good decision on the main bearings. I have no experience with these engines but I suspect the Maserati engine may have a revised cover plate or inset that has a small shoulder that fits in next to the bearing to stop the bearing from sliding forward. Probably simplifies the parts count and is possibly more reliable. Thanks for the vids. The short animated explanations on concepts are a nice touch too.

[@_IMNNO]

Fwiw the Maserati engine does have many differences including a cross-plane crankshaft.

[@morbius1189]

That window motor you pulled out also looks identical to the one that I pulled out of my E46 2002 E46. Doesn’t mean they’re the same but they look the same so maybe that’ll give you another option. Thanks for another killer episode Matt and family always enjoy them

[@mechmart2279]

I think you can fix an bring back together the disassembled gearbox. There is the part diagram on maranello-parts, that should be helpful. Second option if you dont wanna try: Bring it to a workshop for agriculture machinery, they can do it, because a tractor gearbox never gonna changed because its not profitable, a tractor gearbox gonna be always repaired. I speak from experience as a trained mechanic for agriculture machinery :) Sorry for my bad english ;) Greetings from Austria 🚜

[@chrishallracing]

amazing man. I've never been so glued to a rebuild!!! im a bike mechanic, and im starting my own business and this is really inspiring dude. I've had soem car experience, helping pals. Man i'd love to join in the Matt workshop vibes!!!

[@maxfrankland1]

what’s the song at 14:20 mat??? awesome video by the way, you’re smashing it - amazing to see how far you’ve come👍🏼😎

[@tobiasfinsterwalder5924]

Good Feeling - Jane & The Boy

[@andyclouds6098]

As has been said a few times, crank bearings go in with dry back faces to the block. The locating tang is not absolutely necessary, I learnt this from an ACL bearing specialist, the clamping when the caps are tightened will hold them in place, that's why it's important not to lube the bearing backs. Really enjoy your channel, great viewing 👍

[@stevenhibbert4199]

Man I love Kevin, he's timing on camera is legendary 😂

[@71MWhite]

Matt your dad seems very knowledgeable mechanically, is he a qualified engineer? He seems to be a key figure and pretty essential in all of your rebuilds 👍 Hope you pay him well!

[@margusjuur7881]

How on earth would you come to that conclusion? A qualified engineer.

[@71MWhite]

@@margusjuur7881 not a conclusion just a question. He may have worked as a mechanical engineer as he seems very knowledgeable.

[@margusjuur7881]

@@71MWhite that's the point. Based on this channel videos, he is not at all very knowledgeable mechanic, so it's highly doubtful that he's worked as one.

[@71MWhite]

@@margusjuur7881 Hmm not sure I agree. Rebuilding engines involves some pretty good knowledge and skills imo and hard to just ‘wing it’. And yes maybe not an engineer as such but maybe he has worked as a mechanic or similar. Whereas Matt himself seems to just muddle on through and learns more on each build, which is great to watch 😊 I was also being respectful when I said engineer not ‘just’ a mechanic..

[@Dan88888]

Not sure if anyone else has said it, or maybe you did it, but it’s always worth pre-assembly with plastigauge to check the main/big end bearing clearances are within spec, particularly if using an unknown crankshaft.. also check axial endfloat of crankshaft with a dial gauge

[@thomashalle4280]

so satisfying to see an engine being built. love your dad, Mat😊

[@MohammedMuaawia]

Mat, you're getting too good at this man, this is the most I've seen you progress on a build in just two episodes. I think you're finally turning into a.... Professional 😖

[@darthvalkyr]

Nice to see cars like this getting a full engine rebuild as someone who works in engine reman and component machining. Love to see different designs and how things tick. Maybe the burned out gearbox will be a good aid to seeing how to rebuild the other one? Or maybe between the two of them you'll have enough good parts to fix it?

[@ericcindycrowder7482]

I would have used plasti-gauge to measure all of the crankshaft and rod bearing clearances. This would significantly increase the assembly time considering the nature of the bed plate engine design. Bearing clearance is critical for proper oil pressure and engine friction.

[@エラー-e7v]

Can’t believe how cheery Mat is - he enjoys his work even if it costing an arm and a leg. Loads of patience as well

[@blinkinbaboonbiskit]

You are so cool. So happy. and it's contagious. I love the cars, but you're so good it almost doesn't matter. And dad and son is always an amazing combo. thank you, thank you!!

[@PJ-3]

Loved this video. I have no idea about mechanics, but I’m finding it fascinating seeing what goes on inside a car and learning so much. Keep up the great work, Mat!

[@jonviol]

Today it was confirmed what I said yesterday about the shell bearings. They should be installed totally dry into the block and main caps and into the conrods and caps accordingly . Infact the surfaces should be degreased and clean and dry . The reason is that in service the loads on the shells actually 'bed into' the metal and create ahigh fiction bond which eliminates any movment . By adding lube to those sufaces you lose the correct tolerances and eliminate the bond . The shells will move and ultimately spin wrecking all your work .Its a pain but undo all the bottom end and reassemble with dry shells then lubricate just the journals . Only a tiny amount is needed ,not great gobs of the stuff ,

[@JohannesKonow]

I reacted to this also. Who puts assembly lube on the outside of the bearing shell? It's the crank that needs it.

[@jonviol]

Just hope that he and his slightly gormless Dad quickly get to grips with Ferrari's sometimes under engineered stuff by getting the basics bang on evrytime . That bottom end will spin both main and rod bearings as clearances alter with the massive power and inertial loads.

[@ricardoperez3879]

Hi ...for the power window motor ...just open apart the motor regulator carefully check out the brushes ...sand the part that spin on the brushes...and add fresh grease in the gear ...then mounted and tested

[@masonwilliams7462]

Your dad is a legend mate! He is getting better and better. 🎉

[@flatsixer105]

Love the father-son dynamic...good vibes. Look that you genuinely enjoy eachothers' company. A pleasure to watch!

[@goldenegg1063]

Ive build 1 engine from scratch in my life . A Rover K-V6 . Massively enjoyed it, and it worked great . This would of been so much fun 😎 . Cool video 👍

[@Txt__OnTelgrm--KingDavidMapolo]

GET IN TOUCH..^^^........!

[@grathyfertiers8943]

I love how your dad enjoy´s building that engine with you ♥

[@MoqUL]

What an amazing journey you're on, Matt, I absolutely admire your can-do and positive attitude to whatever you are working on!

[@_Elkov]

It is so wholesome seeing you work together with your dad on such a cool project, you have such a positive energy!

[@aschoolpencil6413]

11:40 it’s really crazy to think that the first engines Mat has rebuilt has been on exotic sports cars 😂

[@awholenewman155]

Absolutely bonkers isn't it 😂

[@user-tu1ee6dc5f]

Right😂 if you bend a valve its like $600 for one if not more. this takes a set of balls and nerves of steel.

[@dooder126]

Hadn’t considered that till now…damn bruh 😂

[@MissMarquise]

Mat having the same laugh as his dad is so wholesome!

[@waderobinson2416]

Top marks to all tje advice coming from people that have rebuilt a few old engine and never had tje pleasure of working on a ferrari.. im sure you know wjat your doing and have been advised by the best on how to rebuild these

[@tomix2210]

This series has been amazing and can't wait for the next ep. ❤

[@JCLIPSZTV]

Matt is a true inspiration to us all he doesn’t get enough credit. Love you man❤️❤️

[@shirtdirt1874]

this is so wholesome! even the ad! good to spend you time with your dad doing something fun!

[@Just-Two-Bros]

Why does Mat never disappoint?! 🔥

[@ChathuraRanawaka]

Secret to his success :)

[@janskeet1382]

Because he is very cute and from Leicester 💕

[@craigmorgan4676]

He's a beaut,full of banter with his old man!👌👁👁👁👍🦾🦾🦾

[@unakomazaleni3075]

Because he is the best 18:26

[@timc3600]

Because he has skills that he doesn't appreciate that he has yet

[@MgoKjarrigan74]

its more fun to see a father and son moment, than seeing a rare car being build lol.

[@roblox_gaming452]

Like the fact father and son doing stuff together. Mechanic myself and good to spend time with each other. When you put bearings in you lubed under the bearing shells.allways tought this is a no no. Ask whatis lubrication for? Bearings into block and conrods aren't suppose to move. Putting anything between bearing and block/conrod will change clearances especially assembly grease. Might think small differences doesn't matter but remember we are dealing with thousands of an inch. Please give feedback if you think i am wrong

[@Ravox]

Mat is carrying KZbin right now 🙌🏼

[@MattB505_]

I love the videos Mat they are the highlight of my day you never disappoint 🔥

[@milla5920]

Hi Mat, I have been watching your channel since last couple of years (Audi A5) and today I'm proud to announce that I am one of Mat Armstrong channel subscriber. You and your farther are brilliant and love you both. I really really enjoyed watching all of your videos. Double thumbs up always 👍👍

[@Greeny2007]

you should rebuild your dads favourite car then surprise him with it when its finished

[@mohammadmasswadeh1308]

Greetings from Jordan ❤ 🇯🇴

[@sajjeel123]

Welcome to Jordan

[@ehudgavron9086]

The guy before me said he'd do it in six years. I'm a helicopter pilot with science background, tech skills, and I couldn't commit to Tavarish (Friend in Russian?)'s timeline. I couldn't do it. Kudos to you and your dad. Havint seen you rebuild a car so well Porsche wanted it, watching this, dude, my accolades to you and Dad. Talent. Yeah, that's a thing. Perserrverance. That's another thing. All that and then having the cojones to rebuild an engine from scratch despite no schematics ... hat's off to you.

[@kenslx]

Excellent videos, totally compelling. When rebuilding the engine though I did not see the valve gaps being checked. The valves were ground so gaps to the followers need to be checked. It is a complicated process shuffling shims around so you may not have shown it but I hope it was done. Keep up the good work.

[@kenslx]

Oops, just watch next part, didn't realise it has hydraulic tappets, my bad.

[@rushymoto]

For TDC its much more accurate to use a plug stop, or with the head off, a piston stop, about 1CM down the bore. Bring the piston up against the stop. Turn the protractor to zero. Then bring the piston down and past BDC and then up to the stop again on the other side against the stop. Read the angle. True TDC will be the angle half way between the reading and zero. The wobble of the piston on the clock as you reach TDC is enough to give a sloppy reading, enough to not have true TDC. Its called the plug stop method as you can use an old spark plug with the middle bashed out and a bolt screwed through it to act as the stop. Common place when timing the magneto on vintage motorcycles.

[@jacobuszwanenburg1629]

Buy a ring expander man wow My Dad was a very particular mechanic and taught me too so kool eh ! I have a daughter and taught her the basics too. I didn’t want her to not know how her car worked. I’ve worked for Cat 40 years you shouldn’t drag the ring over the piston it’ll scratch it . That’s not a backyard job ! You obviously have the skills and facility 👍 torque / turn method is used in Cat engines too. Sometimes it matters which side first as well. In a failure analysis course given we were taught to use new bolts as well. Once torqued to specs the bolt has changed and shouldn’t be reused. So kool to see this build guys.❤

[@jesperklevnas-bl7hs]

Always fun to follow you. You have developed in a positive way. Don't forget to hug your dad. You now have the opportunity to do so. I wish you the best of luck, and I will continue to follow you. /Jesper, from Sweden

[@edwoodsnowden]

I dont even have a car, but I am glued to these videos, you guys and Tarvarish really dont make life easy for yourselves and love a challenge! Nothing worth doing in life was ever easy! :)

[@waynefoulkes2017]

i havent a clue bout engines but found your channel yesterday love stuff like this when someone buys a wreck and restores it would love talent like you all have im hooked its amazing too watch. cant wait too see the ferrari like new. love youre channel thanks guys

[@PearsLikeTheFruit]

🙏🏼 Adding the | PT1 & PT2 at the end of a video is really helpful. Nice move!

[@nickacelvn]

The first engine rebuild was a success, Mat, straight on to a Ferrari v8. Your dad's fantastic, I wish I had a dad like that.

[@bigduphusaj162]

You run beads inside of the bolt hole or around it not just on the outside of a block. The reason the half clams are different tabs is because they intended in putting it in a 4wd powertrain so they changes some things on the bottom end to suit. The tab on the the half clam is smaller because they had more material on the main bearing, they basically beefed up the block. BMW should take a leaf out of their book instead of kidding on that B58/S58 (which are 17yr old designs btw) bottom end will live a good life next to a 4wd powertrain.

[@7himo534]

I just love the fact that you seem always happy and your dad as well

[@AdrianWan]

Incredible detail in the engine rebuild, you're giving me so much appreciation for cars!!

[@malcolmcook1260]

Matt Armstrong is brilliant! He’s absolutely flying, living the dream! He seems like a lovely lad as well

[@zkulgan8167]

Looking forward To the next video. This was so amazing to watch. I seen quiet alot of shows Where they build engines But none that rebuilt a ferrari engine. Can't wait to see the gearbox rebuild.

[@helmuthhaass3631]

Most enjoyable presentation. I like your positive attitude. Having restored several Mercedes, a Pug 406Cp and Lancia Monte, l'am well aware of how important it is to stay positive.

[@musicmann555]

You and your Dad are the best Mat...reminds me of my dad and i working on boats together...PRICELESS!

[@TraceyPavey]

Love watching your videos we are Brits living in New Zealand next time you rebuild an engine it might be a good idea to get an engine stand worth their weight in gold

[@shanevmax34]

I think I'm starting to get hooked on this series. I love the bri-ish accent when you pronounce nuts like "Notes". You folks are amazing and inspiring. Thanks for your time!

[@donwest4559]

I thought you had taken leave of your senses when I saw the state of the Ferrari - but your exceptional mechanical skills, work ethic and optimism and the support of Hannah and your Dad means anything is possible. Still amazed that your first attempt at an engine rebuild is a v8 Ferrari engine!! I mean seriously ?? Try to put the gear box you got with the car together - after the engine rebuild, it should be easy peasy!

[@datbuild]

I love that you have your Dad working with you. I miss working on cars with mine. Keep up the great work. Loving the content. Just finished watching every video.

[@nikoncan]

So impressive where on earth did you gain all this knowledge. I am not a car guy really but have to watch all of your videos, really fascinating. Also you have a great relationship with you dad, so good to see.

[@like_wise11]

i've never seen assembly lube on the block side and rod side of the bearings

[@Simon-bu4kc]

problem with me building an engine would be as soon as crank and pistons are in and tightened I would just turn over the engine for days on end, mesmerized by the movement of the pistons, soooo satisfying