LS Miata V2.0 Full Build Documentary! Resurrecting the Blown Up and Battered Miata. *EPIC Results!*

After over a year of building my dream car, We blew the motor up in the first time we drifted it, and we didn't want that to happen again. So we built a new motor, added a dry sump, cooling system, body kit, and a slew of other upgrades on our quest to getting the car dialed in. It all pays off when we win two Pro-am rounds back to back!
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[@RetroGamerr1991]

7:58 I was trying to find what other tab started playing lmao

[@graysonschwarz1429]

You make some of the most professional and entertaining car content on youtube, its amazing to see all the work you've put into the car!

[@roberturban5135]

It's crazy watching these videos and realizing how much the car has progressed and everything that has happened along the way. Thanks for an awesome ride so far!

[@wobblysauce]

Only feels like the other day...

[@VN1MVL]

I know I'm some random guy but, I'm proud of you bro. Keep doing your thing, you've got a natural talent. Been watching for a couple years now.

[@gotthumbs2235]

Those clips of you sliding the LS at Texas at 60+ mph are magical. Such a sweet setup...now to resolve the steering and on to the next even....with the 7.3 on 24s. :-> Great editing and the voice over narrative is steller....

[@Tubbzzbmx]

I love these videos man keep up the good work and please take this thing to the burn yard or the rx7 when it’s done

[@colindonoghue6120]

These videos for the version 1 and version 2 are a great format, it is so much better than all the sub 10 min full builds of cars that is just a timelapse with little to no explanation and the huge multipart series that would take days to watch and get boring after a while. The amount of explanation is perfect and showing all of the mishaps that happened along the way are helpful to anyone looking to tackle a project like this. I thoroughly enjoyed watching the two builds and just wanna say keep up the great work!

[@Autovisions]

Taylor I love your videos you definitely have a different channel compared to other car channels, your videos are much longer which sometimes can get a little boring but what I like is you actually show the work that goes into it and how to be better at fixing things while showing were you messed up, lots of in depth that not a lot of others show, what I’m trying to say it you show each step of what you’re doing while others only show the finished project while saying it was so easy to do and it looked so easy but you show the struggle of what we go through building cars, you’re very relatable keep up the good work I’ve learned a lot from watching you

[@docholiday5766]

I actually love these long videos. You are one of the few youtubers I can just throw on and work while listening to. You should try to do something with Obsessed Garage, all of his fan base would love your content.

[@kennethpigg6688]

Taylor Ray is literally my idol. Keep bangin out your work bro I watch you as I wrench at work all day 🤘🏼🇺🇸

[@nissanpacific9793]

watching this documentary makes me realized I've missed a lot of videos from you. But what's satisfying is the fact that I'm still supporting you via Patreon.

[@T0P1N6N]

I haven't watched your videos for like a year at all, now watched both of these long videos about the car, this is just amazing! Awesome to see you getting better in drifting and seeing all the detail and The amount of work you've done to the car. Keep up the great work!

[@jaydub8576]

Classic Taylor Ray with the 1 hr+ video. You've come so far with your cars and your ability as a driver and fabricator. I see only good things for you in the future. Great work.

[@bigboygames8800]

Man both part part 1 and 2 were just super amazing and in depth i wish more people would make these docs on there cars for those who have not been here to catch up and get up to date but these are the longest videos i watched before i enjoyed every second of it overall 11/10 good job man

[@AnthonyWTFC]

My favorite part of the Miata, and all your other builds.... is that you touch every bolt yourself, you do 99.99% of the mechanical and fabrication work yourself and have netted some of THEE best results in doing so. Keep up the good work!

[@FoSReMiXx]

This is one of the best car videos I’ve ever seen congrats on your journey. Thanks for the effort you put into this.

[@tannersmith7334]

Expected to watch 15-20 minutes of this build and just watched over 2 hours of content. Very well made videos.

[@m1k3g3tz]

i have been watching these since Adam talked you into taking youtube serious ... this is one of the rare channels where the content just keeps getting better. all of you crying about long videos - fine, whatever, don't watch it. but for the ones of us that watched thoughout the build, it is really cool to see the recap videos. i wish more people would do these. now that the miata is dialed, get that dorito spinning.

[@Taylordrifts]

Exactly! Like don’t watch it if it’s too long. I didn’t make it for those people. I made it for myself and anyone who wants to see the build from start to finish.

[@rexrunner]

Same bro! So glad he did too

[@m1k3g3tz]

@@Taylordrifts also i gotta say it makes me miss living in O-town when you guys drive past stuff i remember ...

[@hidog420]

My dude can drive and is as humble as a guy can be. Stoked for you're success brother, keep up the great work/content, it's addicting in a good way!!!

[@avassolo3]

I’ve tried to join many KZbin channels and I feel like I missed the story and how they got where they are. These past two videos are perfect for anyone looking to catch up on great content. I know the amount of time and effort you put into these videos so thank you Taylor and I know you will see growth from these videos

[@shaolincruz2891]

Finally!! Had us waiting long enough Taylor 😂, fyi PBIR September 14

[@braddavis88]

I watched all the original videos during the build, and forgot about half of the stuff you did. Great series of videos, Taylor! So well done! You've definitely hit your stride with your videos and the quality really shows! 👌👍

[@Taylordrifts]

Thanks man! I feel like I’ve got my videos kinda figured out. I feel more focused and like concentrated I guess. So it’s really awesome to hear that from someone else!

[@braddavis88]

@@Taylordrifts You're definitely killing it man! Every video is informative and entertaining. Oh...please keep El Cefe! Cefiro's don't get enough love and yours is just sooo clean!

[@360brokebros3]

I’m going to announce every time I go back and watch these videos. Love it everytime

[@MrFoulksy]

2 crazy dope videos one after another. Taylor just levelled up.

[@ethanthomas1868]

I'll be real I haven't watched Taylor in a long time and man I had no idea how far you have progressed. Huge props man keep it up!

[@eRRoR1139]

When I see every video you make the day you release it (or day after) I don't realize the amount of progress this car went through. Wow, what an adventure this is!

[@r4ng3k03r1]

Get an MR2 ELECTRICAL STEERING PUMP TAYLOR ITS THE BEST ONE YOU CAN RUN. Pros run em like James Deane, Piotr Wiecek, Justin Pawlak and Hert from Hoonigan. It will solve your steering problems Taylor honestly and it's super cheap. Just do it already guy you can get one for like $25 at a junkyard. JUST DOOOOO ITTTTT!!!!!!

[@jonathanmedina3522]

Hands down 👌👌, can’t even begin to tell you that these are the best videos!!! I’ve watched from start to finish, and to see it here on a begin to finish is epic! Can’t wait to see the evolution!

[@billboswagins6859]

I watched all the videos of the build so far and had to watch these 2 videos in segments and I was still glued to screen the whole time keep up the great work Taylor you the man

[@DomkeBoy]

Dang man you're really good at this KZbin stuff. Seriously, 40 minutes in and I am not planning to stop watching. Not bad for a longer video. Keeping those viewers interested and excited right there with you.

[@patrickhenry4694]

great set of videoing,was more watching for the Ls work but actually enjoyed the whole journey and your narration of the whole drift process,real kool thanks.

[@Hedgehog7999]

Wow, rewatching this I forgot how clean the Miata was fresh from paint! Keep it up man, waiting to see where you go next!

[@allxdup1909]

Maaaaate... I'm impressed. I can relate (a lot) to your stories, they have lots of elements so similar to my own (when I was younger). Putting in lots of patient hours to build the best you can with your resources, mostly on your own, then coming out with mechanical issues on race day and having to overcome or deal with them while trying to keep cool & learn the game. Then to surprise everyone including yourself with results is just a blast... Goodonya mate.

[@awdxtc1088]

Watched you since the beginning, the build was awesome. You go into detail and the struggle of building a car from scratch, thats why i follow you. Keep up the good work Taylor! Now find your SCSB and turbo that!!

[@Danger-Dave]

Great condensed overview vlog of your build Taylor, both part's were well put together for peeps who may not have watched from the start. Got a good chuckle about dealing with the fear of maiming the Miata for the first time against your own car. Of course that threshold would stem from having Cleetus-N-crew Involved ...lol. Good luck out there and now that you have your rig happening cant wait to see the next event.

[@jordanalvarez7416]

I cant tell you enough how much I love your videos! Your videos are the reason i started working on my miata again and im having a lot of fun doing so! Thanks for your videos!

[@photohounds]

Great car, great effort. The lady's very patient - a keeper! Great driving too! Always liked these beasties, looking for the second part of the 6.2 litre conversion now ... cheers from Australia!

[@MichaelAverycarhauler1969]

Really enjoyed the evolution of the LS Miata! Gig 'em Taylor!

[@bradeenryan5497]

Last night I ran across part one and spent all night watching it, idk why but just something about the rawness of the engine rebuilds and actual real life of it. To see both the little things that make a car guy happy like the engine sputtering even if just for a second and the huge problems like dealing with blown engines I don't think I've seen a video that gave me a bite from the project car bug in a while

[@TheZmt325]

I'm exhausted just watching both videos. I'm surprised you haven't aged 10 extra years.

[@jeerryharding436]

that was dope af man your hard work and dedication has gotten you the results you deserve. i feel this is the outcome of not being lazy (which i can be) has gifted you i lowkey thought yo were making a mistake when you left bc but you rebelled to the fullist, kicked ass and upped the content. also i see some of these old clips and think like yo i swear that video came out yesterday then i relize o shoot its been almost 2 years and i watched the channel grow immensely and i witnessed taylor ray start his youtube career thats really an eye opener and has inspired me off and o to treat my hoopties with tune ups and baths thamks again bro for this film and all the others i remember it like it was yesterday waiting for the uploads because i literally caught up to real time.

[@chasesworkshop]

Beautifully put together. Watched you build this over the years and love the way it's turned out, and loved watching the documentaries you put together. Keep up the good work man, you are inspiring.

[@ianjohnston8057]

Really great and inspiring for my own build, man. Didn't expect V2 to come out so quick after the first doc. You're a machine.

[@zaynevailes4202]

Taylor i want too point something out. Looking at current numbers on this video, %100 of your fans watched a 1 HOUR long video including my self about a MIATA!!!! We love what your doing please never change except maybe a pro 2 change but dont change!! Your content is truly unique too u and we love watching it!!!

[@behradsays]

This video was sooo sick man. The first video was great because I only discovered your channel right around the time you decided to do the LS swap and around the time you moved. It was nice catching up on the history. But even knowing everything you've done this past year with the LS build, it was awesome seeing this breakdown of how it all went down again. You should be super proud of your build, my friend. You truly have a Garage Built car that does exactly what it's supposed to! Must be such a great sense of accomplishment! Not to mention, you've improved tremendously as a driver since this build! Just goes to show that starting with lower powered cars and working your way up is the right way to go!

[@Taylordrifts]

I was honestly surprised to see how much had happened after the engine blew up. The cars been working well and I forgot about the struggles when we first got it back together. Lol

[@dougsisk619]

I have a super short attention span but this kept me engaged all the way thru. Awesome video.

[@OZBIE]

Thanks for sharing your journey, very entertaining and informative. Your narration and pace are spot on. Nothing can touch a dialed in Miata!

[@VS666]

did not expect to watch 2 hours of youtube this morning, but damn this was awesome! we're all "up to speed" on taylor ray's LS miata

[@rolfr558]

This was a proper movie about a great project built from a dream. Awesome dude, keep up the good work!

[@kadenrinehart9324]

I really appreciate how in depth you go with your builds keep it up! Very educational, very informative, and all in all awesome videos every time you post! Can’t wait for the next video to come out

[@pantsinajar]

This video got me hooked on your channel. did a deep dive on the build from start to finish. solid my dude. solid

[@gotgotgaut2771]

those 2 videos about the miata are great!good job on your car.She's looking nice and she's fast!

[@samole09]

You should do a video on what got you into cars or drifting in general. doesn't have to be as long as these Miata vids but they would be amazing to watch just like these were!

[@r3drocket659]

i loved reliving these moments. ive watch every video as you were building this car for the last year or so. still amazing to see you have fun and kick peoples asses in a car you built yourself. im very happy for you that you got her kickin ass after so much work. love the video bud, keep it up!

[@EliteSniperTV]

You gotta make one of these every time you finish a build!! This was so sick! seeing it all in one place? damn satisfying man

[@Yojoman123]

Awesome video Taylor I'm a huge fan of yours and really enjoyed seeing how much work you have put into the LS Miata and how far it has come!

[@thecomanchekid]

i only found you because of your powerstoke, but you've done some cool stuff man. i am glad to see i'm not the only one who has multiple build issues, self inflicted or otherwise!

[@addicted2fuel245]

The video was awesome and I wouldn't change anything on the car at all. You have the baddest Miata in the drift world and I can't wait to see you bring more trophies home with it.

[@DeftIyRL]

this gets me so hyped for your next builds. Please do a vid like this for the other cars too! Watched this one on and off all day at work.

[@curtpratt7566]

so much hard work man and it paid off big time for you Taylor. keep slaying it man hope to see the cart soon love those vids too. my new word for the day JANKY....

[@IDlikeanEvo]

Crazy part one and amazing part two, whats nice between thoses two, is that we can even see how you increase your fabrication skills since the 1.8 miata to the Ls. Started as a beast end up as a master ahah, awesome video Taylor.

[@litarosch9255]

I love this video great editing Taylor ...the car is a real contender but not without you driving I'm just waiting on you to pop up to tell us you have a race team wants you to drive for them .keep up the great videos bro

[@razelm]

"IT WORKS, it works fine" *sneezes* "Bless you" 38:40 lmao

[@Mattvardaman]

I absolutely loved the build videos! It"s the perfect amount of showing the work and narrating. Great Video man!

[@andreweberts8573]

Just stumbled back on your content watched part 1 & 2 back to back this was great and actually may have made me more aware of some problems ive been having thx for sharing

[@andrewfernandez3827]

Very therapeutic to watch, surprisingly!

[@ar_snl]

I like this video format. You can talk while the video plays. Efficient.

[@nakjedi25]

Definitely was not expecting to see a pt2 so quick 😍

[@Edricofifrit]

Thank you man, for taking us along with you on your journey!

[@dvnklxrd]

These videos were dope ! Got me some motivation to get back in to the garage and work on my show car. You have come a log way and progressed some massive amount in that time. Keep it up and shred sum tires at Pro Am ! Love ur content.

[@GL-oo9kc]

Love both of the videos. Followed since day 1 and your videos are the best no BS build content out there.

[@sakkiejack]

Awesome work mate! Love it. Very educational and inspirational. Keep up the great work

[@buddameyerbuddameyer4598]

Man I love watching someone who truly loves car's like you do you really inspire me I keep on telling myself one day I will build something cool to thanks man.

[@ahmyb6412]

Thanks for the condensed miata build.

[@robcanning8534]

It's like a baby Viper!!! I love it!!! Just watched v1 and v2. Great build, great vids. Will be haunting your other stuff for a bit now...

[@EyemJustMe]

I loved this video. Every bit of it. Thank you. It was super informative.

[@MrNoysip]

This is better than any love story, I cried through the whole thing

[@frankgeimer5952]

Loved the video!! Great job working through the issues! You won because you were the best.

[@NismoPWNS]

This little miata has come a long way :') keep it up Taylor!

[@kinggorilla92]

That resonator sounds awesome

[@KT6450]

Good video man watched it all.

[@Nico_335i_DCT]

You can be very proud of this build. I watched the hole process. Fantastic😎👌🏻

[@carlosmachuca4422]

The ONLY channel that I genuinely get hyped for an upload. Love the videos man.

[@joeladzim1225]

amazing journey taylor! now lets get that pro 2 license!

[@travisusmctf]

I’ve never heard Taylor say Torque down so much 😂 but gotta love the excitement he gets when it’s runs

[@justinmanse2849]

Alot of this stuff I didnt even realize you did to the car very detailed and awesome

[@Expat_Adventure]

Awesome 👍 thanks for taking the time to put this together

[@chrismartin6544]

Love this format great way to tell the story of the car and your story I still like your regular stuff but the way you package it up to tell the whole story up to date is very cool imho

[@RevHardGarage]

I really enjoyed this video man! Very well put together and nice job on the build. Hats off to you!

[@Taylordrifts]

Thank you!! I really appreciate that! I put a lot of time into this pair of videos and I’m glad they’re being enjoyed.

[@BadLuckBran]

Again, it’s awesome game in gin a trip down memory lane. Congrats on the car Taylor, your vids help inspire me to learn to drift. I learned how to drive manual in my 240 this year and with a little work to the car hopefully I’ll be learning to drift next spring!

[@gothicpagan.666]

Sandy is a cool cat. Fit a big oil pressure warning light right on top of the dash. When your on it, you just don't have time to look at gauges

[@ItsTimmyTexas]

My favorite video on KZbin. Straight inspirational. Teared up a little when you won, then teared up a little more when you won the second time lol

[@eaglebrink]

Man, i love these videos!! Love seeing you do your fabwork, and saulving the problems you run in to like everyone building a car like this!! Keep up the good work!!

[@Kodiak660]

Awesome pair of videos! Really enjoyed them both!

[@Zt3v3]

I'm enjoying your videos. I have a friendly suggestion. When you're checking out a used motor, pull at least one rod cap off, usually the one furthest from the oil pump. Just pulling one cap to inspect a bearing can save you lot of headache.....like you had with V1.

[@dylannoble5713]

I love these documentaries! Keep up the great work Taylor

[@benmoore7721]

Love the voice over on your time lapse as opposed to generic music. Nice work.

[@cameronweel7581]

One day I hope to be able to build my own ls Miata so these videos are pretty educational for that purpose 👍

[@bronzephoeniks3484]

great video thank you for summing up the whole rebuilding process, really enjoyed watching it, it makes me happy seeing you happy with your car and your choices. greeting from Austria, where drifting and moding cars sadly is nearly impossible if you dont have a lot of money.

[@jinendow]

usually don’t like watching hour long videos on youtube but both videos were so sick 😭 awesome build taylor