The Honda K24-Swapped Ferrari: The FIRST DRIVE!

It's been 2.5 years in the making, but today, we finally take the car for its first real drive. It ain't far, but it does the trick: we know we're ready to head to the track and see what breaks first!
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Timecodes:
00:00 - Intro
00:37 - We're gonna drive it!
01:29 - Making a Lexan Windshield
05:11 - Modifying the Fire Suppression System
06:26 - Seat Mounts
07:27 - Wing Uprights
08:32 - SCS is cheaper than you think!
09:34 - Belt Cover & Tie Rod Adjusters
12:03 - Engine Mount & Interior Pull Cable
13:14 - CAN Pad Mount
14:20 - Catch Can Plug, Jam Nuts, Fuel Sender, and Filler Neck
15:14 - Seat Belts
16:22 - Spring Rates & Motion Ratios
18:58 - Bump Stops
20:33 - It's finally time! The TEST DRIVE!
23:42 - Outro

[@jeffmerklinger9067]

May God strike that abomination with lightning and forever rid the earth of such a creation.

[@lotvs_eater]

And what about Ferrari?

[@ThreeAlloy]

looks like a pin of shame lol

[@TedEmpleton]

Of course it is some white guy who subscribes to Dinesh D’souza

[@Dagrond]

You burn library books you don't like also?

[@aimDiego]

Come on man, don't put yourself down like that, it doesn't matter how ugly you are, there's no need to call yourself "an abomination"

[@kellarcheron6675]

The fact that this was gonna be a street driven car for occasional track use and is now a full blown track build that is deafening to be in and wildly impractical to drive anywhere but on a circuit, is massively relatable to anyone who's ever had a project car, truly a man of the people

[@andreworth8493]

EVERY. SINGLE. TIME. 😂😂😂

[@angeloah]

One million percent the truth

[@Hard_Right]

but the real question is , does anyone ever stop street driving them ? i mean other than people who sit to piss

[@davidly5793]

Man, it hurts that its so true! 😅

[@Vgk36]

Hahahaha got demmit I did it AGAIN 😂

[@OddBawZ]

22:31 - There it is. The moment it was all worth the 2.5 years... :)

[@elo1031]

PREACH!!!!!!!

[@ja60123]

There is no replacement for that feeling of accomplishment.

[@samadler5635]

A wild Odd appears! love the new channel brotha!

[@OddBawZ]

@@samadler5635 Thanks!

[@randomalyzer4055]

I really appreciate when creators listen to feedback and admit their mistakes, I didn't think anything was wrong with it the first time so I'm glad there are people out there who can help make this as safe as possible. I miss seeing your uploads every few days but know you've been working tirelessly to get this on the track and editing would take too much time away from that. Can't wait to see it rip!

[@Hard_Right]

credit where it's due, he does this more than most... most will just take 5 minutes of the next video to argue with you about why they are still right and you're wrong

[@epiccheatmealday1180]

As a Dad, I’m proud of your “Carbon Copy” wing uprights joke. 8:08

[@elo1031]

HAHAHAHAHA!!!

[@ARavenousChimp]

Mike, gotta say. Really appreciate the content. Just as the video was ending I was thinking, I have to get out in the garage. Your success is helping push me to work on my own.

[@gilbertsbiogasexpertske1120]

i've watched the entire build from the first episode when people went crazy about the swap on your Ferrari and to be honest, i love the build. Keep up the good work Mike

[@TheScreamingDonkey]

So stoked for you Mike. I'm really looking forward to it making angry honda noises at Button Willow in the next episode.

[@flutterguy965]

20:10 Bump Stops are somewhat soft for a reason. A hard stop could make the car less predictable in an event of full compression, which would be the worst moment to have a car less predictable, usually.

[@jetskifreestyle]

I have heard Randy Pobst refer to this as hitting an infinite spring rate which unsettles the car.

[@adoksym]

It's so amazing how well behaved and helpful this community is. Fire extinguisher positioning, magnets during welding, security lines ... it's great to have so many eyes watching and pointing (serious) stuff out and help the improvement of the overall build.

[@aestheticoutlaws5259]

Hey Mike. I've been watching since episode 10 or something like that, but never commented. So I guess it's time to change that. I am so, so happy that you're this close to finishing the Ferrari. It seriously feels like some sort of closure and it's exciting to see it take shape. You are a goddamn legend. Also, if you're still planning on driving it on the street sometimes (because we all know you're gonna want to do that even if it's going closer to the racecar-only side of things), please, pad that roll cage. I know it's not all that probable, that you would crash and bump your head into it, but it's still a good idea nonetheless. You don't wanna give yourself a concussion. Thanks for the great work both in the building department, and the videographical department, Mike!

[@brianshorey]

That cage needs to be padded regardless of where it’s going to be run. My elbow hit a 6” unpadded section of roll bar during a tank slapper one time and it did a number on it. I suspect whatever group Mike is running with will have rollbar padding in the rules.

[@RogueViirus12]

Oh yeah, it's all coming together. You look absolutely stoked and I don't blame you one bit. Even at low speeds the car sounds like a bonafide race car on the interior. Can't wait to see this thing tear around BW. Just make sure you do a thorough nut and bolt check first!

[@daskamu]

So happy for you mate , see you in Sydney 🎉

[@Urchfab]

That's an incredible build, hats off to you 👏

[@318isGood]

LFG Mike. Love the fact that the car alarms were cheering for you too on the first drive

[@nanatzaya]

I like to think the Ferrari is so loud that it sets of car alarms. 😂

[@stanceworks]

It is! It set of 4 or 5 of them.

[@thesigmaenigma9102]

I think it's great how responsive you are to comments here. KZbinrs always say they "read all the comments" but they never respond to any of them in the videos. Whereas you respond to multiple of them and actually address and fix issues brought up. It's like we're all contributing to this car in small ways. Love to see it. Keep up the great work.

[@frederickneugebauer2376]

This series has been amazing! Keep up the good work! :)

[@davisjohnson3621]

If you plan to track the car on a regular basis, stay with the lexan windscreen. Track sessions will destroy either glass or lexan windscreens, one guess which is cheaper to replace?

[@stanceworks]

I just figure I may want to go back long term

[@anthonymiller4004]

Congrats Mike - super pleased for you, great job you should be super proud. I have watched everyone of these build videos and am so pumped for your track session - can’t imagine how you are feeling. Well done again

[@itstanced]

This quality is the best part of this build. All of the function AND aesthetics is amazing to see. Great work, Mike! Edit: Even the coilover sketch is top notch! 😂

[@augnkn93043]

He’s really captured the essence of parting out a Ferrari and re-bodying a Honda. Much respect.

[@natesimmons8241]

All the hard work! Congrats on your success. You are an inspiration to all the guys and gals who wish they could do what you do!

[@toejamr1]

Not many people truly inspire me and make me believe I CAN do things if I set my mind to it like you. This whole thing you have going on is awesome. You’re making a difference in this world doing what you love. What a life.

[@TheRealTomLauda]

Man... what a beautiful work of art ! Seeing it moving down the street, with that sound, made me grin ear ro ear, i can't imagine the joy you must feel right now ! One of the best automotive channel, period.

[@natewalker9790]

STOKED FOR THE NEXT VIDEO. Congratulations man. What a ride it has been, and it's just going to keep getting better.

[@jeffreyl4924]

Your grin while driving that car at 30 mph says it all dude! So stoked for you and everyone that has helped you out along this journey

[@Tbennett01]

I had smiles the entire time you were driving it. This is the moment we've all been waiting for since day one. What a journey its been. Congrats Mike, you have an amazing talent. Keep up the good work an amazing content!

[@sophakpeth4346]

Congratulations! Ive been watching since the first episode of the k24 swap It’s been and incredible journey. Thank you for sharing with us!

[@ZeroFoxENT]

2:32 My brain appreciates the timing of that voiceover more than you can imagine.

[@anthonyp9929]

Hell yea bro, really happy for you! Such and awesome build! Can’t wait to see it on track!

[@brainlessfish]

Absolutely epic Mike, been waiting for this moment, I had my own a few weeks ago after dynoing the car and being able to test out things such as flat shifting... Yes, I see your load cell on that shifter! 😍 Cant wait for the next episode!

[@barryvercueil2346]

FREAKING AWESOME. Definitely my favorite car build on KZbin. Keep up the epic work

[@mattpovah5952]

This is an incredible accomplishment. Congratulations! Beautiful car, virtually a work of art. You poured your heart and soul into this car. I have really enjoyed following your progress,

[@briantenpow9469]

Massive, love it and it's about time we saw your car running. Love it and it sounds and looks awesome. I am stoked just to see you drive it Champ. Can't wait to see next week episode. Be safe Champ!

[@frankfraga295]

Beautiful car man! A lot of great work you put into this and it shows. Congratulations on your success and good luck on the race.

[@dailydriven991]

You can just tell by the driveline stuttering under shifting and decel this thing does not want to go slow lol. She wants to rip! Can’t wait to see it on track and going through some corners. I’ve been watching this build from the beginning and it is so satisfying to see it finally moving around. Lots of hard work paying off. Salute.

[@rameyhito8523]

Holy frijoles! What an achievement. Loving it. So excited for the next episode.

[@tekkietekkie]

Congrats that was a big moment for sure, I absolutely love this car, one of the coolest builds I have ever seen on KZbin

[@nic_actual]

So stoked man.... I like that fact that this was a gentle drive - we haven't watched this series for years to watch it all culminate now!!! Edge us Mike! So loud its setting off car alarms!!!

[@BillRyan]

So happy for you Mike!!! That smile was worth all the work you've put into this build. It's only going to get better as you dial this angry beast in and really flog it!!! Can't wait for the next video!!! Thanks so much for letting us along for the ride!!! I've learned so much from you!!!

[@facksmasheen]

It's so great to see this thing in motion, it looks so good. I think I started following at the first episode of this build, the amount of work you've done is crazy.

[@YeMadAzza]

It's so insanely good to see you drive it man, and the look on your face said it all. I just got my long term project running and driving too so seeing that kind of emotion was pretty relevant on this end. Great work!!

[@jasonluiz5342]

Wow so happy for you. The car looks and sounds great. Good luck on Friday!!!

[@andreww8941]

Absolutely just a phenomenal build all around!!!! Fantastic livery/coloring choices for the entire build and the perfect Ferrari model to do it all with. Love this project and love the channel. Super cool to see all of the hard work paying off for yah. Keep up the excellent content!!!

[@gasstationsnack724]

so stoked for you man. This is amazing progress and work.

[@BlahBlah-wp9gr]

My favorite car on youtube at the moment. So pumped to see it on track soon.

[@shanehiggins3033]

I wouldn't miss this next episode for nothing. Excited for ya, been following for 2yrs Also, ...cantilever suspension ??? Maybe a future project? Or that Porsche 928 suspension tech. I forgot what it's called. Self adjusting linkage of some kind.

[@omarsalas888]

Happy to see this build done, I can just try to imagine how much happiness you were holding in this video, I hope to get my project done soon. Enjoy and be safe Mike

[@christianvann4222]

Been watching this build from day one, it has turned out amazing. By far my favourite KZbin build. You must be so proud! Well done fella! 👏

[@tollefreyerson6710]

Congratulations!!!! This has been one hell of a ride!!! Can’t wait for the next episode!!

[@paulgr333]

congratulations mate! Another milestone achieved. You deserve to enjoy a huge smile. You’ll love Australia when you get here!

[@bryan_turner]

I'm so stoked for you, Mike! All the hard work is finally paying off!

[@bladesandfadesofficial7752]

I love watching these vids, your page and cars are inspirational. Keep doing your things, would love to see these projects in person.

[@shawnhibmacronan]

CONGRATS Mike! Stoked for Buttonwillow footage.

[@tedium37]

Love it. What a gnarly package you've put together and so good looking too. Can't wait for the track time vid 👍

[@38tech]

Love it!!! Been following for sometime. Can't wait to see it on track ripping laps.

[@MartinSanchez-sk6zo]

The attention to detail on your build is something every car builder should strive for. Seeing you take the time and get into the details inspire myself to do the same. Thank you, Mike

[@gwenwijffels3620]

Watched every episode on this build, awesome work Mike. Good luck at the track 💥

[@hryfigueroa]

Great work man, I am very happy that you have been able to complete this project and to be able to see it already on the street is a great advance. Success!!! Greetings from Puerto Rico!

[@fritzmckellar1756]

I know the EXACT feeling you went through on your first drive. I just registered/plated a 4 year project (Infiniti G35 drivetrain/engine/suspension grafted into a 1976 Datsun pickup) and it was so damn satisfying/relieving that some of those crazy engineering ideas really do work! As you mentioned several times in your build, it really can be a grind. Those hard days of kicking yourself in the ass to get in the garage to get done really do eventually pay off! Frankly, I'm surprised you're letting it go to Australia. The risk of getting it destroyed would be too much of a deterrent for me, not to mention not actually enjoying the experience of driving it yourself.

[@danielsteyn7464]

Well done Mike. I've watched most of your build over the 2+ yrs. This is going to be a great racing car. Bring on the next video

[@terribleturtle3489]

As always, a dope video. I was under the impression that send cut send was hella expensive. Hearing that it isn't makes everyone's use of the service make a lot more sense. As far as the car goes. I'm astounded. This isn't a typical "youtube build." This car is for real! The number of times the control arms alone were reworked shoe the amount of care that went into everything. The willingness to research based on the comment section is authentic af. We'll done Mike!

[@DrChem-wx1uc]

DUDE!!!!! Awesome to see it happen!!! Congrats

[@jslane41]

Oh, man..... What a moment, indeed! Totally worth setting off every car alarm within a mile radius. Well done, Mike. 👏👏👏👏

[@cezelipatrick]

I love the drawing of the suspension. Very very cool. Such a cool build and to see that smile makes it!! Can’t wait for the next episode!

[@FoodFighter46]

What a journey! Ive been watching your videos from the begininng. I am so happy for your achievement

[@charlesdarwin6521]

Congratulations! Really well done!

[@jordanhughes1245]

I am thrilled to watch it run! I am thrilled for you! Awesome dude! Thrilled

[@WireWeHere]

18:05 An o-ring on a shock shaft can be a handy reference especially to pick up maximum stroke being used on a section of a course.

[@BrokenQuattros]

Killer work Mike!! There is nothing more satisfying than the culmination of your work passing the test and being out to work!

[@RatherBeRestoring]

So much hard work coming to fruition!! Probably my favorite build on KZbin. Awesome job in the lexan windshield!

[@kevincrocker8206]

What a high point. Excited for you. Fruits of your labor man. Good stuff

[@marnitzbotha1674]

Well done Mike this has been an epic journey from the very beginning 👏🏻👏🏻💪🏻 can’t wait for the next chapter, looking forward to some track action

[@beaujansen18]

Congrats on the first drive mate must be an incredible feeling and a nice little reward after so much time and effort. Cant wait to see it in action down here in Australia in a few months

[@AllSpeed]

Great work Mike, this thing is awesome. cool to see it moving

[@wreak3r]

Another stancework video on the Ferrari and Mike working on it's suspension one more time. It became a staple at this point. Which is great to see that you are constantly refining it over and over without any fear of re doing work, shows a lot of commitment to get this car to be the best version it can be!

[@Kevin_MK7RSR]

Very happy for you! So much hard work, glad to see it’s paying off 🙌🏻

[@axoidmax]

We have all been waiting for this. Thank you for all the episodes. It's better than any TV. I look forward to every time you drop a new one. Throw Chloe an extra snack for all us fans.

[@angeloah]

Super dope epilogue, congrats duder, hella happy for ya.

[@williejack3695]

Hey Mike, that is the most gorgeous car, utterly stunning and enjoyed following along as it gets there. Super excited to see it on track

[@wholespeed]

Enzo is smiling down on you Mike. This build is epic. Congratulations!!! Can’t wait to see you race this in Australia

[@richardmesser1091]

Mr Honda maybe

[@Bluswede]

​@@richardmesser1091 Yeah, Enzo was not known as one who appreciated other people's ideas where his cars were concerned. We have the Ford GT-40...and EVERY Lamborghini as proof of that!

[@-tr0n]

@@Bluswede yeah, he was a bit of a dick by all rights.

[@MumrikDK]

Enzo's corpse is probably pulling its hair out, and nobody cares.

[@NealDownBtch]

I’m in love with what you have produced. That Ferrari is a masterpiece in my eyes. Amazing build. Can’t wait to see it on the track!

[@mala6238]

One of the best and most creative builds I have ever seen. Great work!

[@mayneguitar]

Incredible build and an amazing machine! Congratulations!

[@Chris-ii2qu]

It's looking absolutely fantastic. Awesome work getting to this point

[@craiggreen4388]

I'm stoked for you Mike. I've followed this all the way through for every episode. I remember you experiencing na real low in a particular episode some time ago. A distant memory, but the sweat & sore fingers have been worth it. Thank you as a viewer and I am still excited for what is to come. Btw anyone that thinks that was a lame first drive - has never built a car.

[@stephenwebb3069]

Great job. Well done!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Looks incredible.

[@lordraiden5398]

Best build on KZbin. I can't wait to see it on track.

[@haydnnuss7868]

Awesome! Incredible build!

[@plmarshall30]

It's so awesome that some smart viewers point out things that can be fixed or done differently for the better. It's even more awesome that you are so open to advice and constructive criticism. So excited to see what this car can do.

[@StanleyKubick1]

It sounds so sick warmed up and idling. So boomy on the street too!

[@TheWhiteEvo]

EPIC! Congratulations, Im excited to see this beast at its fullest!

[@cybertree]

Mike listens to us in the comments SO MUCH about his vehicles, it's so refreshing to see in a youtuber. I feel like we're ALL building this vehicle! 😂 (Also how we're so darn needy lol!)

[@43Disciple]

DUDE YES!!!! I’ve been waiting for this day

[@witchcraftauto]

It is probably one of the best looking builds I have ever seen. Absolutely love this car!

[@Iherb7365ket]

Congratulations Mike!

[@markevo1974]

love the build, well done

[@charlesdurand1328]

Congrats buddy! Well done, we can't wait to see you rip it!

[@ocdaddvids]

Awesome build. Also much respect for your cautious drive at reasonable level on the city streets.

[@patricksheridan3522]

Coolest build on KZbin, and I'm Ferrari fan, it looks amazing and can't wait to see it rip! Also, props for the sketch the skills when figuring out the shock dimensions.

[@slimigan]

Been watching since day one of this build - it's been such a great ride. Phenomenal achievement so far.