SCAMMED! A Dealership Sold Me A Bad Engine! - 800hp '31 Ford "Race Truck"

[@luccadukka]

Fundamentally this is your channel. Put up the material you want. Those that dig it will stick around ,those that don’t won’t. No great loss. 👍

[@jensenhoskins714]

This. Love the content and perspective, keep it coming! Thank you!

[@JD-oh1kb]

100%^^^

[@djhatton]

totally. you spend a good chunk of every ep apologising. superfluous, dude; we dig your content

[@elo1031]

Facts!!

[@c2c0rider]

100% this! Loving model A, E36, pickup, Chloe content... Excellent channel, love the variety!

[@benzina5917]

Man I was expecting the engine issue to be something silly but in the end it was far from that. The seller absolutely mis-represented what they were selling and you would be well advised to contact the dealer principle at the Ford Dealership (nobody less) explain to him your issue and gently leverage your KZbin following for an amicable solution. Only a foolish business person would tell you to pound sand and if they do then let the Name and Shame game begin because they would have earned it.

[@astreet339]

Are you a lawyer sir? Lol if not you need to be one! Lol

[@shawnm696]

As a Ford Master tech myself and prior Ford technical rep I’ve seen the 180 out situation on one bank happen twice from “Ford Technicians” at two different Ford dealers, once on a 5.0 mustang once on a 2.7L. The whole problem resulted from them pulling the engine halfway apart for another repair (usually a cylinder head repair on one side). But when reassembling they did not have it at TDC on cylinder one. Yes the marks all “lined up” once they “finished”, but since the crank makes two rotations for every one rotation of the cams...hence one bank can be 180 off. The fix was to pull all timing chains apart and follow the instructions as if this was a completely disassembled engine to insure no steps were missed and timing was aligned. In your case Mike, if you are 100% certain timing has been corrected, and it still doesn’t sound or run right I would venture to guess something else was changed that isn’t correct for the engine or was set up incorrectly due to the monkeying someone has done to “make it work” for their application. I would look at the crank position signal with an oscilloscope to make sure the pattern is good and timed to the cam signals electronically. Also if the crank trigger wheel has been taken off previously, it could be damaged, have been replaced with the incorrect one, or placed in a magnet tray which demagnetizes it and wipes the polarity of it. I’ve also seen the cam trigger ring be slip rotated a few degrees off. You would need to compare the position of each nub of that trigger to a known good cam. Sorry for the long winded post but hope this helps.

[@shawnm696]

I have a feeling the cams were changed for them to take off and screw up the timing like it was. On second thought, I’d be all over that dealer for a refund because who knows what else was done with that motor that they are lying to you about. If it’s a local SoCal Dealer I might be able to point you in the right direction to talk to if you don’t make any traction.

[@FoxSpeedshop]

@@shawnm696 he said the cams were out and 'swapped' the original owner wanted to change the firing order then they'd need to fit cams ground differently surely? Sounds like its been fully dicked about with

[@justinoliver1984]

@@shawnm696 fantastic knowledge in this comment man! Pumped to learn about the demagnetization issue!! Wouldn't have ever thought about that! *Information logged* thanks again bud!

[@shawnm696]

@@justinoliver1984 it’s been a few years since I have dug into a 5.0L and I don’t recall specifically which type of trigger is used. But generally if there are teeth on the trigger wheel, that kind is usually not affected by an outside magnet. The crank or cam trigger wheels are are smooth around (no teeth) usually contain magnets inside that can be demagnetized when placed by another magnet.

[@pkuudsk9927]

Nice Coverage of how to fuck up a simple job of making a car run . It;s a street motor and should not be that complicated , No wonder why most just KISS and Ls swap .

[@argatar]

Thats crazy. At that point, a name drop isn't too much, if the convo ended with him not making ammends

[@outlawbillionairez9780]

I suspect that will be upcoming. And well deserved.

[@mathieuf.2788]

Super happy for the Mode A content, on top of it taking a break from a project to focus on another provides perspective, it’s not like the Ferrari is forgotten as I’m sure you’re working through some items in your head while on the Ford. Good luck with the builds.

[@perryman333]

I mean, I subbed for the Ferrari content. But anyone entitled enough to say they're upset about this brief Model A side quest is just being ridiculous. You do you.

[@SerenityCob]

Keep it up Mike, love the model A. Not quite sure about the new wheels, I'll be keeping my wallpaper with the old ones, haha. Love the content.

[@dbrad32]

Ferrari by far my favorite build on KZbin but love every one of your builds, when creative people have the skills to bring their creation to life, I’ll watch every time….

[@DariusMcScotty]

Personally I love the first set of wheels, if I had to choose, but I understand the reasons behind the change so that’s awesome! Keep uo the good work and upload the kind of content you gave us since, because it’s awesome anyway and because you’re doing everything with passion. And we know that passion without patience it’s certain death.

[@brianreid6127]

Mike, anything you make is worth watching. The model A is one of my favorites of your builds but I really enjoy getting to see your process with the Ferrari.

[@ElmiraMarx]

I'm for all of it mike. Your knowledge, skill and how you break things down is why I'm here. Not for a specific build. Keep up the great work

[@exportedafrican]

Return that engine. It’s going to bite you in the ass again later! “It costs a lot more money trying to be cheap” is becoming my life story.

[@kylemcweeny878]

Buy once cry once

[@brutalbasspro]

My dad says buy nice or cry twice. I guess each time you have to buy something my dad cries

[@kylemcweeny878]

@@brutalbasspro haha I feel for him

[@brianb6507]

Dude! Car content. That's all that matters! Appreciate all that you've shown us. Love everything. The reason why I have subscribed

[@ChardDavis]

The cam "bearing" cap bolts are torque to yield and one time use only. Since it has been torqued a few times now, it may be worth it to swap out to the ARP version.

[@andrewromain7756]

Yessss!!! Great job making the Friday deadline, even though it was postponed!! 😆🙃 Super Pumped to finally see the Model A moving under it's own power! I was bummed after your last video seeing your Hours of thrashing just to have issues running. I'm sure it feels great to finally have it running, even though it's not 100% yet. Don't worry about the people complaining about not having new 308 content. The waiting on parts struggle is Real, and we feel your pain. People like us building stuff truly understand, and appreciate you being able to make any new content regardless of context. Great job! On a personal note. It''s been a rollercoaster couple months for you, but 2022 is going to be the year. 🤙❤️

[@stanceworks]

2022, let’s go!

[@outlawbillionairez9780]

The '31 is beautiful. Thanks for being straightforward about the issues with the engine. Dealers will do anything to unload a problem before fixing it themselves.

[@rhyskelch8516]

I don't understand how you can be upset at Mike, he is literally giving you crazy and amazing car content, as well as each video being in-depth about every step he takes and why. So what if he doesn't post a ferrari video? He's literally building this crazy Model A, something every car guy DREAMS of. Quit giving Mike flak just because you don't always get what you want.

[@koens2578]

Holy shit, those Rotiforms are PERFECT for the Model A

[@knightime14]

I'm supposed to be at work, but I'm sneaking around my office so I can sit and watch this instead of doing what I'm supposed to be doing. I think I might have a car porn problem LOL.

[@stanceworks]

It happens to all of us. You’re not alone. Stay strong!

[@MTrefry2]

I dont mind the switch up between builds. I know how working on one project for a long time without respite can get tedious and monotonous. I just enjoy your style of videos and I watch every one regardless if its a ferarri, e36, or model A, theyre all great. Keep up the good work.

[@Mexicanfab]

My guy. Always with the correct approach to things and the best content on the raddest Shit. 👌🏼💯

[@bcab7955]

Great to see the Model A moving under its own power again, we're along for the ride - all content from Mike/SW is a gift. ✌

[@motorsandmeats88]

Getting 180° off is a common rookie mistake. I almost did the same on my 911 engine 😳. Bummer they weren’t straight up with you. Freaking sick project, man.

[@WoWBeater]

All the builds are sick man keep up the good work, everyone complaining are just sad basement dwellers that don't have anything nearly as cool to do in their spare time.

[@robertbeirne9813]

Love the Ferrari content, like the M-A content, and I wouldn’t mind if you threw in some of your BMW build.

[@jamiegale8315]

Keep up with the awesome content Mike! This is how car channels should be, all different cars & all different budgets. I’m a car guy so enjoy all cars/trucks/vans even motorcycles 😂 The Model A is just mental & I for one am glad that you rebuilt it so quickly so we can all see the end result. Keep doing what you’re doing as I look forward to each video 👍👍👍

[@justinoliver1984]

Last 2 and a ½ mins earned my subscription bro... Real talk right there. From one "gear-head" to another, I can COMPLETELY understand & relate! Hell....sometimes stepping away from a build is exactly what needs to happen to get over "those days" that happen. Sometimes the greatest ideas/fabrication happens when coming back in fresh!

[@kiwihame]

Very happy for the Model A content. It's awesome af, 👌 very sick engine aside. That's BS. Shame on them. As awesome as those 917s are, I prefer the squarer, all claws-out stance of the Montegis. Would be great to see you make the most of that offset blower intake too, something that accentuates it rather than the droopy intake and low mount K&N. Keep up the awesome work!

[@Jmcqueary03]

I'm happy that you got the model A running, but in my words, that pos that sold you the motor needs to at least pay for the parts and labor (at a shop rate) that you had to put back in to the motor

[@liljon4x4]

Love all of the projects!!! Keep up the good work!!

[@fredb.6884]

Are there any turn signals, im looking but see nada...🤔 im loving the cars look but honestly the other wheels killed it..😔. Im hoping you change them back...👍🏾

[@Koenigar17]

Love all the content no matter the build.

[@beetlebuilder5882]

Your situation with that engine reminds me of a mess that I had acoupke years ago. I bought this car off of a kid. I bought the car to fix up and flip. He told me that the car ran fine but needed a starter. I believed him and bought it without checking it over much. Once I got it home I discovered that the engine had a blown gasket and got so hot that it had locked up. I know that the kid knew this as it didn't have any spark plugs in it. I decided just to cut my losses and sell the car on Craigslist for parts. A guy calls me and says that he has a good running engine that he will sell me for a good price. I decide that I wouldn't lose as much on the car if I went ahead and put the engine in so I drove 2-1/2 hrs away and got the engine. The guy swore how good the engine ran and that he guaranteed that it was a good running engine. Once I got it home and checked it over I found that the engine had been sitting outside and was full of water and was locked up ( the guy said that it was stored inside). I immediately called the guy and told him that he ripped me off and that the engine was junk. He refused to give me a refund and just insisted that the engine was fine. After several days of fighting with him I decided to take the engine apart to try to salvage it. It was so rusted that it was complete garbage. The cams were rusted so bad that they were junk and the cylinders had water in them and rusted so bad that they might not have been salvageable even if bored out. I was so mad that I took the guy to court. That ended up being a waste of time because the judge told me that he could say anything that he wanted to but because I didn't get it in writing that there is nothing that I can do about it. He made ut out that I was the one trying to rip him off.

[@biro24]

Damn, 9 seconds and I'm here 😎. Over here in the UK we would never be allowed to drive a car like the model A on the road, It looks absolutely epic on the new wheels 😎👏

[@alastairbrown9528]

I don't think it would take much for that to be UK road legal. Different tyres, Caterham style mudguards and headlights outside the grill should be ok. However given its age (no MoT) you'd have to get pulled over for any of the things mentioned, and its not like there are loads of police about ;-)

[@the318pop]

@@alastairbrown9528 ran a '32 3 window with a blown small block, no front fenders or hood and bobbed rears. Never got pulled

[@FoxSpeedshop]

@@alastairbrown9528 not a chance thatd be road legal 'as is' or MOT exempt. To be MOT exempt over here itd need to be registered illegally as a 1931 Ford. To have that on the road here it'd need to be IVA tested and on a Q plate as per most kit cars, and be subject to a yearly MOT test.

[@jsquared1013]

@@FoxSpeedshop how would registering it as a '31 Ford be "illegal" when that is literally what the body of the car is, complete with VIN tag? It's not a kit car.

[@FoxSpeedshop]

@@jsquared1013 because according to the rules of registration its not a 31 Ford anymore. It no longer comes close to the 8 point rule.

[@RatherBeRestoring]

That’s quite messed about the engine, if they don’t make it right I’d say you should definitely do some name dropping so people know where NOT to buy their engine. That Ford tech who drove up to help you out is a fkn hero! I’m sure you’ll get it figured out.

[@Lsantos78]

In my opinio the old wheels were perfect on the model A, and those new would look very nince on the Ferrari... I dont have a clue if the fit or not, but in my mind the would be perfect on the Ferrari

[@Kingsize24]

Keep doing what you are. Love the extra content. 💕

[@matthewskaggs3792]

what a dishonest seller.......shocker. If its me I put those and those that try to scam on blast in the hopes to save others from those individuals.

[@stemun4084]

I was thinking timing but like you i thought "why would that be out?" That's why i thought the injector timing, Great work finding out, Try Kevin at KSR, he will sort that out hes great at the bleep bloop part, love your determination, keep it up.

[@pedrosiqueira5235]

I really like all kinds of projects you have been showing us, keep the great job

[@jerryjennings3775]

Great looking rig but the exhaust system sucks for the streets. Earmuffs?

[@ZeGermanHam]

Love the Model A content. Such a unique build. Sorry for the struggle with the engine. So frustrating...

[@JaredR1996]

I wish I had that exact gearbox. Just banging thru gears with a dogbox is awesome. Also new subscriber here 👋

[@stanceworks]

Thanks for the sub!

[@carlosceoofredlinequickshift]

You do you bro, happy to watch any content you throw out man 💥💯builds take time. I've been building mine over a year now still got quite alot to do. Stay blessed 🙌🏽

[@variabledust6922]

at the end of the day its your channel your life and we choose to watch. love the content

[@descartes451]

That think looks amazing, and I don't usually like this era of builds. That front grill is genius! Does it scrape in the front?

[@stanceworks]

It does

[@stigmsr1]

Man, your videos are awesome! Who could ever be disappointed in anything you're putting out? It doesn't matter what video you post the content is awesome and anyone that has built one project (let alone multiple) would have nothing but respect for what you're doing. Good luck with the seller and hope you have a great thanksgiving

[@nicholassimionescu1010]

This is an awesome build! And hopefully, people start understanding that this is after all your channel and ur content that you enjoy putting out there for us to see. Suggestions are good but getting mad at someone for not uploading what YOU want to see is like mailing a news outlet and telling them you didn't enjoy the last program they had and they should change future ones. Good luck with the engine man!

[@ryanchase2873]

Name and shame away, dude. You got robbed.

[@Rob-vv5yn]

Love the centre locks on the wheels looks great on those wheels

[@xagvsx1521]

Love it bro. Sorry you lost that much time figuring out the engine problem, that sucks. Keep up the good work!

[@MrDecaliostro]

Take your time Mike, and do it right, even if we have to wait for it, so you do as well.

[@lachiebalding5804]

Nice work so far on the truck! Keep pumping out videos

[@e39hamann]

Love seeing Model A videos in addition to the Ferrari videos. Can't believe people actually get upset when the free content isn't to their liking.

[@RogueViirus12]

I guess you found some good luck in all of your bad luck with the shoot being pushed back. Gives you some time to rest and reset and get the beast of the Model A ready to go! It sucks that the dealership was shady and didn't disclose all of the information in order to bait you into a sale. I really hope you're able to get some compensation for their scam, especially with how much you've spent even just diagnosing the problem itself. Don't worry about a stagnation in the Ferrari content for now. It is what originally brought me to the channel (I read an article someone wrote back in January on it and then it took me a bit to get to the first video on it in my watch later list lol), but honestly I'm just here for the build videos in general at this point. You show the good and the bad during the process of a build and I for one really appreciate that because it's the real experience of working on something. Keep up the good work man, and have a happy Thanksgiving!

[@rckeith]

Whatever you are filming Mike is fine by me. It's all great content👍

[@CreatiXx]

Hey man, found out about this channel couple videos ago, Love that truck! Really gorgeous. But to be honest, i prefered those previous rims instead. Find them way cooler and original. Anyhow, keep building!

[@Papa-Bogey]

Newbies - came for the Ferrari, left disappointed Me - came for the Fer.... WHAT IS UNDER THE COVER ON THE LIFT???? Always great stuff. Interesting that MCM just dealt with a similar problem, albeit at a much lower cost. Bought a used engine that was misrepresented.

[@christianrubbert5486]

Well done …really happy for you to get all the kinks sorted out. Amazing build 💪🏽

[@BrainsofFrank]

I love the model A and damn that dealershit!!! Jerks!! Also just verbally tell me how the bmw is going and I love that old white bmw and the truck sitting above it. Your builds are sweet and I always look forward to your videos! This was the best Wednesday morning for me in several years just because you posted a video before I was awake. Thank you so much! Keep doing what you are doing and those who are mad at you for whatever reason can just put their own projects up on KZbin and have their own haters

[@KirkVSSpock]

Oh god... The other wheels were way better IMO, + they have a REAL story ! Not a copy of wheels having story !

[@stanceworks]

In the end, wheels are about style. The style of these works better than the others.

[@KirkVSSpock]

@@stanceworks i think it looks more original with the other wheels, but.... Your choice anyway ! I'd love to have that choice !!🙃

[@RandomGuyWithaMazda]

I KNEW it was 180 or 360 out of time, happens ALL THE TIME with rushed builds. but with a "new engine" thats MESSED UP. I dont blame you for not catching it earlier, theres no way anyone sane would think a brand new never opened engine would have fucked cam timing

[@alman6581]

You channel is PERFECT - don't change a thing. We are following you, as much as the projects. Show them all - Model A, BMW, 308 - all of them. Keep going, we're staying!

[@eriqrosado3337]

I’m not just here for the Ferraris with swapped Honda motors. I’m here for all I’ve it. I’m like you my man. I like little bits of everything. And I don’t blame you for having to take a step back. Most of the time the best work comes from well thought out plans. On the subject of your motor that was “new” you should get a full refund cause you were lied to over and over from a sleazy deale! Keep doing what makes you happy mike! Keep posting what you wanna post. Keep working on what you wanna work on and record and post. I know I’ll be watching. 🤘🏽🙌🏾🔥🙏🏽🚙💨🤞🏽🤘🏽

[@TheFastgeek]

I'm a recent subscriber from the DeBoss Garage cross over and just started looking through your content. This beast, my good sir, is what immediately caught my eye. Am sure the Ferrari project is interesting, and know I'll watch it sooner or later, but this is so freaking cool. 101% fully approved! Seeing this beast rolling down the road must be an absolute mind blower. If people really are crying about not posting XYZ content, well, they could go start their own shop & channel; then they could do whatever they want. FFS, folks.

[@Dogleg1957]

I learned to weld at 13. Rebuilt first engine at 15. Paint at 15. Transmission..toploader I spun the teeth off 2nd gear like corn the cob... then really got busy... I always wondered how you never get burned out, fabbing 8 A-Arms would have done me in. Cam Fazers out of sinc... well that motor would have been on utube 30 yrs from now, motor that I gave up on in 2021. Much respect on keeping a project on schedule

[@InfiniteCheeseCrates]

Traded an old gaming PC for a 1st gen Eagle Talon TSI AWD. Somehow the cam gears broke on the PO and he didn't have the time to do the work himself, so he had a local shop replace the gears. Well for whatever reason the shop couldn't get the car running, everything about the engine screamed healthy. Good Spark, Fuel, compression, etc. They figured it's the ECU as Early 90's Mitsu ECU's are notorious for capacitor leaks, so the PO had the car towed home and went hunting for a replacement. Couldn't find one that wasn't fucked and didnt have the money for aftermarket. Car sat for 2 years before I found it and made an offer. Got the car home, replaced the consumables, then tried to start it. Nothing. Sprayed a ton of starting fluid into it and boom! ball of fire from the intake... that shouldn't happen, timing was right? Figured something was weird, had my dad cover the exhaust with his hand.... sucking air!! Flipped the timing on the head around, started right up! Wish I still had it, but there was an FC RX7 that popped up a few months after I fixed up the Talon and FC's are a dream car for me.

[@evldan]

Don't listen to the haters, I'm here (probably like most) to watch your skills and builds develop, so hit us with whatever you're doing...V8, Truck, Honda, Ferrari...whatever man, bring it on and keep up the awesome work.

[@neovenom9833]

If anyone watches Mighty Car Mods, they had basically a blown engine (1.5L I4 Suzuki, it was for a Jimny swap) sold to them about a good month ago. Coolant blew through cylinder 4 and one of the heavily corroded valves was cracked. despite the add said 'cleaned and compression tested'. They had the audacity to tell them there was nothing wrong with the engine and that they blew it up when installing. Naturally they refused to refund. Someone found out where the engine came from, and man those sellers had absolute hell fire over them. They had their asses kicked hard on the internet, all that over 700 AUD. Now left with a reputation at -50% But in your case sounds to me like they gave up halfway the F150 build and simply bolted everything back together quickly to get it out of the way. So yeah they lied big time, because no one would buy an engine if they knew someone meddled with the timing. It's a sad state these days, just own up to your mistakes, lying is already bad enough, don't go doubling down on it, the only outcome will be worse. I really hope you find a specialist to sort out the car, after all the time you put in it, best of luck.👍 Also don't mind the whiners, if their are dissatisfied, they can go out an buy a 308 and start a project themselves.🙃

[@myturkishlife1777]

I always had more than one project on the go, while you had a break from one new ideas used to pop up in your head ... Just keep doing what you are doing, you have some great content .. 👍🇹🇷👍 That model A looks awesome in motion .. If you are having timing issues just check timing chain length and age .. Cheers

[@dlux703]

With the number of stories involving Ford Dealer's approach to last minute markups on Mach Es, I'm not surprised they are capable of doing slime-jobs on all kinds of transactions. They will likely be responsible for Ford losing the popularity it now has with truck buyers, once they apply their "ethics" to sales of the new F150 Lightning.

[@SteezusONsmokE]

Ferrari build ,BMW E36 build,model a build. Mike haters gonna hate man. The real StanceWorks crew know what's up. Sorry to see your misfortune with the engine. Luckily for us regular viewers it means more KZbin content so I thank you for that Mike

[@urmilpatel1721]

Great vid! As an avid watcher, just have to ask you to stop effing apologizing to viewers. You build and publish content as you want. Viewers have issues, they can bitch and moan and ultimately stop watching. It'll be their loss, because your stuff is quality and better than a whole lot of others channels here, streaming elsewhere or on TV. This Ford build is NOT my favorite...not close to my automotive tuning interests, but the content is still quality, host is still entertaining (except for the cringe-worthy apologizing). Do you, do your builds, and we'll watch, subscribe, and like your vids.

[@Sergeantgrunt]

I found your channel because of the Ferrari, but first and foremost, I'm a car guy! You're building some pretty cool cars and that's what I want to see. Keep it up and I'll be around for a long time. Once you start buying V10 or V12 Lamborghinis, I'm out. I can get screaming revbombs on DDE all day. Honestly, I mute DDE when they go for drives cause it seems like that all they do.

[@jimmerriman6920]

Man! Talk about a dealer potentially making a HUGE misrepresentation... But to be honest, when you said that you got the engine for approximately 1/2 price because the dealer ordered a car fine ordering Coyote engine vs the F150 firing ordering equivalent; I knew something more was a play. There is no reason that a dealer would offer an engine at 1/2 price to get rid of it because they ordered the wrong engine. Not in this messed up supply chain market! No way! So my finger were crossed for you, but deep in my brain, I knew this wasn't going to go well, especially with your rushed calendar schedule. And now, if you want compensation, your going to have to turn to legal help. It will get messy. But I think it's taught you another life lesson, which is, "If it seems like too geat a deal, it is, something is wrong". Everybody wants something for free, at a huge discount... Who can resist that? True, but this is a lesson to everyone. When something seems like a really good deal, like a car dealer offering a steep discount on a precious commodity... Get your ears pinned up and pay attention, youn are about to be scammed! Look closely at the details, and get EVERYTHING in writing and get prepare fo the worst. I hope you can figure it out quickly! Best of luck.

[@DarkmanXXL]

Some cats are straight spoiled BABIES and need to GROW UP! Getting upset because you decided to switch up your content?? Get a LIFE! Good video as always brother👊🏽

[@beobe99]

Some, not all, but some guys at dealerships (sales, I've worked in it) have the mentality that when they sell something (even using lies and hyperbole) they defeated the buyer. Their commission, to them, is "proof" they did everything "right"... If this is the case, the seller will start to blame you for buying it. If that happens see where the manager/owner stands and if they seem to be in step with their employee go HARD on all of them (record your conversations as well because media and youtube LOVE these kinds of stories w/ more than hearsay). edit: Don't be afraid of backlash or "banning" from other companies/people either. That will only come from Companies/people that think that sh*tty mentality is good business.

[@ericmoss8344]

That's disheartening to be sold a bag of goods... so to speak. I don't think name dropping is a bad thing since they were outright lying to the buyer (you) just to move along f/a problem they created. Truck is still a BAD-ADD ride!!

[@s13kuminachu]

This is killer. Don't worry about the complainers, they aren't building. Side note, I have a 69 Datsun 510 wagon if your looking for another build/content. She needs some ❤

[@Dubsesed]

Don’t change a thing. I keep coming back because I enjoy your content. Not because of one specific vehicle. Personally, I’m most interested in the Ferrari build, but really enjoyed the camping rig series and the model A and looking forward to the E36 progress, too. Keep doing what you want to do!

[@matthias6439]

What I am most drawn to and inspired by is not a particular project of yours - it's the way you build these projects. No matter if its the Ford or the Ferrari, both are the perfect blend of creativity, lunacy and craftsmanship! (This is probably true for the vast majority of your viewers, btw, don't think otherwise). Whatever this new project you were talking about might be, I'm sure it will have great Style, too! You have my deepest respect and thank you for the awesome content! It's a joy to watch you work. Cheers, Matt

[@jimmylowejr6583]

Everything is good love it

[@MuShinnen]

Man, I'm normally not a hot rod/ model A kinda guy, but this looks fantastic. I originally subbed for the Ferrari, but I enjoy whatever content you happen to be making regardless. Much love. Keep it up.

[@rafipr6165]

Is your shop ,you do as you like. We just enjoy watching your work. Thank you for the good videos you make. Is true that I can't wait to see the Ferrari running, but I understand you like perfection, so I don't mind waiting. Great job! Thanx !!!

[@TheFoyer13]

I'm building a boosted d16 del sol and I also have a 1931 chevy with a 400 sbc so I definitely appreciate jumping around on projects ;)

[@jayinmi3706]

In the industry I'm in, people are also reluctant to shame bad business people/practices/techniques. And IMO it really should be done more often...as long as you can prove it. To save other people from being taken advantage of. Thus why I prefer to communicate by email and text and I keep copies of everything. Hope you get it sorted.

[@steveschriefer2733]

All I can say is I will watch whatever car content you produce. I'm really looking forward to your next project - whatever it might be. It will be a good build. Any updates on your BMW?

[@kelevra558]

Have you guys run live data on the variable cam timing? Just to make sure ya know? Then lay your telemetries over the top of another engines telemetries that are perfect. This seems COMPLETELY timing related. Whether it's the phasers, vvt, ramping, i have no idea. Its just a thought. It really helps when chasing an issue like this to have another car around without issues. That way you can compare data and use process of elimination to zero in on the problem.

[@protodad1]

Glad some people understand that loving cars isn’t about some kind of scene loyalty where you can only appreciate one kind of vehicle. As long as your quality of content comes out I’ll be stoked regardless of the vehicle. Sucks about the engine. Glad you got the cams right. Is the assumption that it’s more cam related parts causing the minor timing problems? Wasn’t their a recall on cam phasers for F150s?

[@ducbox572]

Maybe the prior "owner" swapped the pickup truck motor . Your Haltech is programmed for the Mustang firing order but the engine is the F150 firing order.

[@Ragnaraz690]

But but good sir... Loving all the content of both the model A and the Ferrari, but what is goin down with the M3? If you mentioned it before and I missed I apologise. If it's on a back burner for now it's cool. Just curious is all.

[@aRandomAggie]

Thanks for the “sorry not sorry” comment…I think the variety in your projects is one of the things that makes your channel great. As a guy who currently owns an old aircooled VW and a Honda S2000, it’s good to see a little of everything!

[@unfvckwitable90]

Best automotive content in my opinion. Awesome builds and can't wait for the next episode.

[@ashleyharvey6]

I came to your channel for the Ferrari, but I have stayed (and liked every video) because of your style. Keep up the the great work Mike, I love the model A and can’t wait for a new project (any hints???)

[@SpeedRpblic]

I can’t believe this channel doesn’t have more sub’s. Love the way you operate Mike, along with the way you edit your content. Great work and please keep it up! 👌🏼👌🏼

[@ae86racer007]

Stoked with content. Doesn't matter what it is or how little it is, you are churning out some epic projects and I'm just keen to follow along. Super disappointing about the engine, glad to hear you are on the way to rectifying it though. Guess we need a faux photo shoot deadline for the E36 aye? :D Keep up the good work!

[@street954]

Best builds on youtube ... Cant believe you don't have more subscribers. Only a matter of time! PS - I love seeing 2 builds at opposite ends of the process. It makes the content more interesting. I would keep going with that schedule. Watching builds this meticulous, it is sometimes refreshing to switch it up and watch the close to end product being refined

[@drseven7]

I know it might sound silly. But maybe you should try to flip tbe crankshaft 360 degrees. Make sno sense, but i had this once on an engine that threw a belt, it kinda ran but not really right. So i tried it and boom, ran perfectly fine after flipping it! Greetings from Switzerland

[@vogs72]

Can’t say I miss the control arms that much… all Ferrari and no Model A would make Mike a dull boy, and what decent KZbin car channel only works on one car (apart for Rennch, and he’s more of an enthusiast 🤔). Keep at it.

[@misterandyt]

Awesome to see the Model A rolling. I see this as the Stanceworks channel, not the Honda-swapped 308 channel. Keep doing you! 👍🏻