S4 E15. We test the effects of full boost on the AMR500 supercharged the Kubota diesel engine

Season 4 Episode 15. Jimbo custom builds a simple but complex system to to regulate the boost from the AMR500 supercharger. Will this simple and complex system be enough to regulate the boost? Perhaps it will, but if it doesn't Jimbo explains an alternative method that he may also use.
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[@ryandavis4863]

So glad you made it today Jimbo, we missed you last week. YES please continue.

[@somethingelsehere8089]

Yes!! Welcome back.

[@SonicBoone56]

I thought I was going crazy not seeing a video last week.

[@Zzeke]

Yes please

[@MrVirus9898]

YES, HOME MECHANICS NEED A SIMPLE TUTORIAL ON BASIC AUTOMOTIVE SOFTWARE

[@1982boudreaux]

No worries man

[@jojohnson215]

Yes continue. Jimbo, we’re glad you’re back. I along with many others missed you last week but I’d rather you skip a week here and there instead of getting burned out and quit altogether. Thank you brother for the years of entertainment.

[@robotcantina8957]

Thanks!

[@goosenotmaverick1156]

I gladly would sacrifice some uploads for Jimbo's sanity, don't want the gnomes to get to him.

[@ianwalton4408]

i agree also, the reason i like this channel is that youre different to the rest, less bolt on boys and more experimentation, so if you want to go in a different direction, go ahead. just take care of yourself, burnout sucks

[@jojohnson215]

@@goosenotmaverick1156 I’m thinking the same.

[@jojohnson215]

@@ianwalton4408 amen.

[@RichieRouge206]

"I'm sure if I worked for Boeing I could take some shortcuts, but I want the throttle to work and the doors not fall off" 😂 I was creased 🤣 a great video of a continuing great project!

[@samteks125]

That burn 🔥

[@m1geo]

Cracked me up! 😉

[@BlueXonar]

Yes continue with the project. I can't believe you'd think anyone would say no!

[@thomasknobbe4472]

Yes, please continue, for two reasons. For one, you first illustrate each of your solutions in an analog fashion. This helps me to understand how your digital solutions are going to work. For two, you are engineering not just for performance, but for reliability, durability and practicality. You are building machines that people could actually use. So many other sites are bench racing for ultimate potential, damn the torpedoes, and if she blows up that no big deal, the sponsors will just pay for another one. I like to see people build things that will actually work.

[@briankuhn7396]

Yes! Continue with the project! Let's see what's possible with this little diesel.

[@tigerelectronics5966]

So glad you are back, Jimbo! I missed you! YES! Please continue. I would LOVE to see this taken to the next level with electronic controls!!

[@althejazzman]

YES! I'm just here to see you make a small diesel engine make as much power as possible, but the efficiency stuff is cool too. My daily driver has a mechanical turbo diesel engine with lots of modifications, so this is very relatable.

[@krzbwags]

Yes, keep going. Your ideas for pushing this project are right up my alley. Combining practical engineering skills with DIY solutions makes for the best kind of KZbin videos

[@rodneyross5282]

HELL YES! All this is very interesting. As a mechanic all my life I am learning things I never knew you could do. At 77 it just goes to show never to old to learn something new. Have a super blessed week.

[@3vEthan]

I never feel the urge to skip through these videos, this guys ideas and mechanical knowledge amaze me. Hopefully I become as inclined as he is for this type of experimentation and work at some point in my life.

[@natesstuff3913]

I come from both an automotive and engineering background, with a focus on electronic systems. I am absolutely fascinated by all projects that include some sort of computerized technology to supplement mechanical systems. I say, please continue this project!

[@abou824]

Love the jabs at boeing🤣 Yes!! I want to see what you can do for boost control with a microcontroller. Currently in my personal rig, boost is either on or off with a vacuum actuated bypass valve, and the options for an off the shelf electronically actuated one are over $1k. There's definitely a market for this if you decide to sell something...

[@Schroefdoppie]

YES. Please continue. As a HD mechanic with a mechanical engineering degree, this is great to watch. I'd really like to see what can be done with this little engine, which I do encounter from time to time. Love the old mechanical diesels, they will always run because there's no ECU to tell them they can't 😂 (that's where troubleshooting modern diesels gets annoying) 😂😂

[@RubenKelevra]

This is what I love about your channel: Let's not settle with a on/off switch, let's add a valve and let's add a servo and I've printed some stuff off camera and let's go. Most people would just half-ass try something out and stop when it goes into electronics or simple programming a micro controller, while this is exactly the best solution for most mechanical issues, if you don't wanna spend reinventing super complicated steam power mechanics.

[@c.a.mcneil7599]

Yes please keep trying your different ideas. But don’t get burnt out. Your editing is so entertaining with great humor

[@joshuagibson2520]

I'm also loud and stinky, but no woman has ever told me it adds to my charm. 😂😂😂

[@mrcee3176]

Yes please 😊

[@GrantWaller.-hf6jn]

Yea that is what I argue with the EV fan boys. I want noise I'm old lm gonna stink.

[@mastercricket7626]

Lmfao I'm dead bro 😂

[@will7its]

What do they know anyway.....

[@theothertonydutch]

@@GrantWaller.-hf6jn So you're obnoxious by choice?

[@armedinbama]

"OUCH, that hurt!" - Boeing 😂

[@gydo1942]

Yes, please continue the project! I'd love to see how far you can push this thing! I like electronics and programming and would love to see it appear more on this channel. Experiments like these are exactly what i'm here for!

[@DoReid0]

Jimbo: Yes! Sounds like you're excited to keep innovating. Go for it!!!

[@jeffzekas]

“If I worked for Boeing I could take a couple of shortcuts” - FUNNY!!!

[@jeffreylong9405]

Sad but true .

[@noahwerner4643]

"but then the doors might fall off" lol

[@marclagalle1486]

Never change Jimbo....

[@thedarkknight1971]

Shots fired.... 😏😉👍 😎🇬🇧

[@PhilTgaming11]

"actually this switch system is complex for what it does. And if I worked for Boeing, I could probably take a few shortcuts. But in our case, I want the throttle to work as expected, and I don't want the doors to fall off." As an AvGeek, this made me laugh so much 😂😂

[@raywaage7550]

Yes

[@jorelldye4346]

Same! I talked with a lifetime Boeing Engineer here in Seattle and he talked in depth about the mismanagement and outsourcing of manufacturing that led to disaster.

[@matsl89]

Yes keep going😎 "We can rebuild him. We have the technology. We can make him better than he was. Better, stronger, faster."

[@Moped-garage]

Yes please carry on. I'm no computer guy but I appreciate the two working together to make something cool and unique. Love to see what the car can do with a bit more help

[@marco23p]

Please continue with the project! I am a guy that once dreamed of converting a 50 cc 2-stroke moped to diesel, with a roots blower and common rail injection of course. So you're almost going the way that I dreamt of ❤

[@Cookie-Dough-Dynamo]

Dang. You know Boeing is screwed when they're taking shots from the only man to ever build an amr-500 supercharged, Kubota diesel powered, Honda Insight.

[@dannycalley7777]

CDD............they need Jimbo at boeing !!!!!!

[@giggiddy]

I get concerned when I hear you mention comments from people who don't get the concept, because one of the people I followed stopped creating because of the nasty comments. Please remember, you don't need to take an IQ test or meet a standard to comment. So any retarded, jobless, bed- wetting, fool can comment. And unfortunately they are usually the ones that comment the most frequently. Please keep doing what you do best. What you do is not duplicated by anyone and you have a gift in terms of your delivery. 😮

[@HunterHerbst]

I saw a Honda Insight at work the other day going through the drive thru. While my coworker was taking the guy's order, I was telling him all about this channel and the funky stuff you've done with yours, the guy overheard and we got to chatting about the car itself in general and I mentioned this to him as well. The guy said that was amazing and sounds like a fun project to have!

[@drunkskunk00]

YES! These have been fun projects to follow, and I want to see more.

[@HockeyPop29]

Yes, abso-froggin-lutely. I may not know a lick about coding, but appreciate seeing how far you can stretch the limits. Glad you're back.

[@TJIGamesAndMore]

Yes! Continue the project. I'd love to see the limits of this engine on both efficiency and power

[@thedarkknight1971]

YES, YES... AND YES...! (Computerised dump valve, 'Guv'na' & everything else that helps make this wee beastie go betterer) 😏😉👍🤣 😎🇬🇧

[@haksmithoto]

Yes, Jimbo, please continue with this project. Really enjoy watching.

[@thomasnagler670]

Yes!! All the mechanical steps you’ve done have been amazing. But seeing all the tech ideas you have are really interesting and I would love to see a little bit of tech thrown at a mechanically run engine

[@kennygrabber9067]

Yes, Jimbo. Yes to all the nerdy little things you are interested in. You make everything fun and in addition to that, I get to learn bits and pieces about how diesels work. Your work tickles my brain, and I really appreciate it.

[@myrmeko]

Oh, most definitely yes. Electronic solutions to mechanical problems are very entertaining to watch.

[@msamour]

Are you kidding us? Jimbo, other than possibly Thunderhead289, no one else does this kinds of experiments! I say, Yes! Code and optimize the heck out of this project. I'm sure the folks at Kubota are secretly watching your videos. Thanks Jimbo!

[@rossinall4614]

Yes! Keep it going!!! i love this little diesel project as a former navy diesel mechanic (enginemen) and working on diesels that were 15.75" bore and 18.25" stroke V16's where every cylinder was making 572 hp at idle this is so fun for me to watch .

[@lindsaydempsey5683]

Yup, as a former marine engineer working on large 2 stroke (propulsion) and smaller 4 stroke diesels (ship's generators), I've always loved diesel engines, especially the boosted ones. Feed them lots boosted cool air and clean fuel and any diesel can do amazing things. Lots of power for very little fuel burned.

[@Kios_Antares]

Yes, please continue! As a programmer who's never really had the chance to work on electronics and automation properly, this might be the thing I'm looking forward to the most in this project yet!

[@erkavra3861]

we'll be glad to see you squishing this little engine to its limit. So yes, CONTINUE

[@derkeksinator17]

Yes, the fuel rack adjustment sounds like a great idea. I honestly think you can get 3L/100Km with an intercooler and some smarts on the boost and fuel rack.

[@benjaminhenry5869]

When its Sunday and there is no video from Jimbo all I think is "I hope he's having a good Sunday and not a stressful one."

[@soopochoux5207]

It's a big YES from me, Jimbo. Please, we want more!

[@mikeazeka1753]

I'm good with either arduino or mechanical enhancements. The best quirky engineering channel on KZbin!

[@ShookieJay]

YES Jimbo, I would love to see you unleash your electronics know-how on this thing!

[@joshuafine3119]

Yes!!!! Please keep going. As someone who appreciates the efficiency and capabilities of the diesel engine, we must have people like yourself that will push the limits of economy, power, and reliability. By bringing these old mechanical engines into today’s technology, I feel you are extending the life of any old engine as our laws change for cleaner air. Grandfather laws are getting fewer and fewer. I watch your videos and think, why can’t I do this to my 12 valve or even my common rail? No lag, no smoke, and more power than I need from a super charged 5.9? Please continue and I for one will be here to watch and learn.

[@RBMK1500]

jimbo, the car is never good enough! throw everything at it, as long as it is affordable

[@brettkirkpatrick464]

Tremendous observation and commentary about how hard it is to drive the original gas Insight in daily driving. I owned a first generation Honda Civic Hybrid with the CVT automatic which benefitted from the technology that Honda researched/developed in the Insight. The Honda Civic Hybrid was generally unhappy being a car and I never really learned how to keep all of the hybrid technology operating at peak efficiency. I felt like Honda released a science experiment that was not ready for the streets (or at least the hilly Northeast where I live). This was further confirmed by the three software updates released by Honda during my ownership-each radically changed how the car operated and reduced overall fuel economy. With a new battery and fair weather (60s-70sF), along with a steady 55mph cruise (no a/c) the car returned almost 63 mpg-but it was back breaking hyper mile work. 50,000 miles later (and with the subsequent ecm flashes) the car would only return about 40mpg and only vaguely felt like a normal car. Great work with the Insight, I am certain that the torquey diesel is the key to driving enjoyment and spectacular fuel economy.

[@stephengreen3566]

YES! Please continue working on this project, electronically and mechanically.

[@Adam-nv9zo]

The boeing comment you made had me rolling 😂. Great video, as always, Jimbo. EDIT- Please keep this project going. I'd love to see just how far you can take it within reason.

[@FulltimeFredsadventures]

I want to laugh but I'm going to be in a Boeing for 14 hours Tuesday flying over the Atlantic Ocean 🙄

[@TheFoodnipple]

RIP buddy

[@Schroefdoppie]

Sad times we actually have to worry about this. This is what you get when scrupulous bean counters take over.

[@victorsteerup4582]

A 1985 Mack over the road tractor that I worked on had an "aneroid" smoke reducer. It was a spring loaded diaphragm that pushed against the rack, until boost built up, then smoothly allowed appropriate fuel.

[@nerd1000ify]

The modern version for a mechanically injected engine would be a computer with a RPM sensor on the crank and a MAF sensor in the intake, controlling a servo that moves a stop on the fuel rack. The computer has a map of max fuel flow rate vs max air flow rate, and adjusts the servo so that the rack cannot move far enough to reach the point of excessive smoke given current air flow and engine speed. This way the computer doesn't interfere with fueling until you hit the limit, and it will even automatically compensate for things like altitude changes or an old air filter. On a really modern engine with common rail things are of course way more complex. My diesel common rail car has a MAF sensor, crank trigger wheel, wideband sensor in the exhaust, variable geometry turbo, EGR valve, swirl flaps in the intake... My understanding is that it more or less has a target AFR that varies with the power output to minimise emissions, and it uses the MAF and wideband to adjust the fuelling, turbo and EGR to try and hit that AFR. Still makes a puff of black smoke (and a hazy exhaust after) when you accelerate hard. Edit: Heh, should have let the video finish first. Jimbo is way ahead of me.

[@mitch95722]

I had to rewatch the beginning of the pedal accessory and only then caught the Boeing door reference.... 😂😂

[@KrisDouglas]

Oh boy Jimbo, seeing my other passion, electronics, get bolted into this project really hits the spot, please please do continue!

[@mungtor]

YES! mega/microsquirt this or whatever. I would want to see that, but I also I think all of us are willing to keep watching regardless of what you choose. I'd watch you demonstrate garden gnome prevention techniques as well.

[@actschp1]

"I'm sure if I worked for Boeing I can do it cheaper." Brutal. 💀

[@greasebeardsgarage]

Yes. It has been fun watching you tinker with these vehicles. Thanks for sharing!

[@adrianhoeben5783]

I'm very interested with the ALDA function working with this unique setup, please continue I'm very curious. Thank you for providing us all with your content, never gets old and always excited for your next video release. The way you make videos is perfect.

[@rotaryboots]

Yes, definitely yes. As another engineer, I watch your videos and live vicariously.

[@luketorpedo]

I do the same! Also for a Yes here, I'd love to see the electronic solution tested.

[@themoddedguy7765]

Keep going! Push it to the LIMIT!

[@retrorocker002]

Yes please keep going, what you're doing is amazing and so informative. Thank you for everything you do.

[@robertsmith6124]

This has been really cool. I like the exploring different ideas.

[@fastlanegaming2000]

Jimbo I’ve been watching going on 2 years now and now I’m sitting in a hospital room with my fiancé about to have my daughter keep up the good work this video is the bookmark of a new era

[@rnts08]

Best wishes, daughters are amazing.

[@fastlanegaming2000]

@@rnts08she’s wonderful so far

[@1968CudaGuy]

Congratulations!! Hope you spend many years teaching her to hunt and fish and how to kick the boys asses... We need strong, independent women to save us.

[@snappers_antique_firearms]

Congrats, the saying they grow up so fast is so true. Seems like yesterday my son was born. He's about to be 13 in a few months and scary how fast it went. Best of luck

[@McMucko]

More technology! See how far you can take it. Thanks for the weekly Sunday morning entertainment, Jimbo!

[@lelandcarlson1668]

Excellent content as always Jimbo! I say continue and push this project to the limit. As my grandmother would say "Good, better, best. Never let it rest, until your good is better and your better is best".

[@cmirwin]

I frankly am fascinated no matter what direction you choose to go. I enjoy your presentations even though they are far beyond any experiences I've had in automobiles.

[@TotesCray]

Yes, I'd love to see more with computerized controls. I've really enjoyed the content and problem solving over the years. Whatever you end up choosing to do, I'll keep watching. The information, testing, success and failure, humor, and education I get is outstanding. Thanks for all the videos!

[@sjfrockerdude]

Yes. Your channel is one of the better "lets do something different for science" channels I've found. Ive really been enjoying the out-of-the-box approach you've been taking.

[@bmoturtleco]

Do not let the gnomes get you down. Keep up the great work. While I personally do not care for computer controled it will be interesting to see what you make possible. Just do what you like regardless of the viewers.

[@toddstidham8374]

Yes to all of it! I love watching and learning about all the things you do!

[@Bigshooterist]

Yes. Let's keep going. You're WAY over my head, but that's where it gets fun.

[@chiplangowski3298]

Yes, please keep going on this project. I (and I am sure many others) are learning so much about how diesels work watching this.

[@larrycarlston4044]

I like the problem solving on this channel. Please continue and thanks.

[@SolveElectronics]

you can use a raspberry pi to have ful controll over the boost using a boost sensor and throttle position sensor. when the throttle is in a certain position for a certain time consistantly (apart from full throttle) , the pi can assume you are cruising and not acellerating and can open the boost releif valve. the pi can also open the valve at 10psi if you dont want it to go further than that, and at full throttle it can give you all the boost if you wanted it to. using a pi will make it highly adjustable with many variables

[@JohnsMach]

Yes, keep adding tech.

[@sargehoffhines4630]

Yes. I’m an old school “mechanical” mechanic and very much enjoy watching your videos. You did such a great job explaining the fuel injection system for the preditor engine that even I was able to understand how all that scary electrical wizardry works.

[@donovanleitch1149]

This stuff is absolutely fascinating please continue! I've learned a ton about fabrication watching your videos!!

[@l88ch3r]

Just sharing love. I've enjoyed watching your engineering experiments and look forward to whatever direction you choose to take the channel. Thanks for the content!

[@joshtriska]

Yes! Servo systems combining the governor, S/C bypass system, and throttle? This is the part of the project I've been waiting for the most!

[@bobirving6052]

Yes Don’t have to stress too much about comments that are really left field or rude. I really appreciate your teaching on many subjects and your good attitude and jokes! 😄

[@ultimatetoast2739]

Please continue. Everything about this project is so unique and I would love to see more.

[@k9fe]

Always strive for more! This has been a wonderful project, and I wait each week to see what more can be done.

[@anchopanchorancho]

Yes continue the project and get the technology going. I love all, mechanical, analog and digital. I'd love to see intercoolers, timing adjustments etc. You change the least amount of variables of anyone inyeresting on YT. Keep goin!

[@aaroncarroll4158]

Yes continue. Would love to see this continue. Really want to see if you can make it a fully daily able vehicle with all the creature comforts. A diesel insight roadtrip would be pretty epic but that’s a way’s off I suspect.

[@jeeper426]

yes, please continue with the experimentation, this is all really interesting and good info

[@alloutlife88]

Yes please continue, this project has been really fun to watch

[@dannyDC2]

yes, continue with the project and make the car go faster with technology!

[@ryanechlin7843]

Yes, please do continue! Retrofitting electrical engine controls onto older engines is fascinating.

[@gplustree]

I wanna see people start doing this with ancient hit and miss type engines

[@silverrussell1978]

Yes, plz continue. I enjoy this series very much. Thank you

[@andrewsallee6044]

Both of the proposed videos sound like just the kind of content I like.

[@lewistasso8866]

Jimbo, YES! It's time to go from a fun, cheap, project to...go for it! Go all out, my friend! No more cutting corners. Make this car as best and legal as possible so you can drive anywhere. Intercooler, fuel rack, electronics, etc. Use all your tech knowledge. No rolling coal. Do it all!

[@reverse_engineered]

YES, please continue with the microcomputer. It really is the best way to maximize the performance of what you have and it's really satisfying to see it all working perfectly at all speeds and throttle.

[@HitokiriRaiden]

Yes more detail and videos always appreciated.

[@MrCybergladiator]

YES! This is an awesome series. I'd enjoy seeing what can be done with Tech to improve this car. All your videos are amazing. Keep up the good work!

[@neo1231]

The fuel rack adjuster is pure genius

[@kickboxs77]

Jimbo, I’ve been with you every episode since the 212 insight. I think I speak for a good majority of us when I say YES, PLEASE CONTINUE THE PROJECT!

[@460EFI]

YES! Please continue! I had no idea the car was that light! It's less than half of the weight of my TDI Jetta, only further solidifying my opinion that I need to get, gut, and TDI swap one of these cars!

[@vthomebrewer]

Yes, please. Always like seeing what you can do!

[@LordHolley]

You got to go all the way with this. Too many people have followed this project for you to end it with a "good enough." Squeeze that lemon just a little more for us, please.

[@failoblivious4951]

Yes as long as you can continue to explain complex ideas simply. i love learning from this channel! These projects and how far theyve come have been truly inspiring!

[@turbolq4]

Yes. It's fun to see you work through this puzzle. Good work and thanks for bringing us along.

[@jadeanderson9651]

Please jimbo you're our only hope! I wana see how far we can take this bad boy with electronics