Tearing Down Our 454 Big Block To Add Some Horsepower!!!! New Mud Truck Is Gonna Be A Ripper!!!

[@BentTreeFarmPa]

Sam is a real treasure! I sure hope you guys all realize that he is a true asset to have around and treat him as such, not just a meme to put in the videos. I think you all mean more to him than you realize, take it from an old guy, it means a lot to pass on some of what you know and to be valued for your experience.

[@kylefitzherbert9381]

Watch the videos. They worship that man.

[@mikethatguy27]

They love Sam no doubt!

[@shibby1016]

There's a reason he is on everyone channel

[@1776excitableboy]

He wouldn't be there if they didn't.

[@JustinKapow]

Sam is the absolute total package. What a legend, the man we wish we all knew.

[@Adam-nv9zo]

Sam to the rescue, once again. The wisdom Sam has is invaluable. Awesome video as always buddy 👍.

[@JHDieseland4X4]

Thank you! That man is a legend!!

[@warrenmichael918]

@@JHDieseland4X4 Its funny to see the comments on Garretts channel about Sam, people think he is just an old man that hangs around the guys! They have no clue about his background and what all he does and knows about.

[@greendeere777]

Everybody needs a mentor/ friend like Ole Sam! He's been there done that for years and not just on the automotive side, life as well too! It would be cool to sit down and drink a cold one and listen to some of his stories! Merry Christmas from SE Ga!!!

[@brianhansen2082]

Sweet truck! Add about 12-15" to the collectors on those headers

[@JAKDRZR]

I said the same thing last video but I said 18”. Lol

[@Arcturuseyes]

Sam is amazing. His knowledge about engines, racing, bodywork, and auto chemicals is very valuable.

[@nicksavage1791]

Sam is a absolute legend. It's amazing how cleeter made him a part of the team. I just want to know when they are going to build him a ride to go down the track with.

[@B-U-C-K-S-H-O-T]

Ol Sam definitely knows cams! Man is a legend!

[@Ronin8451]

I would have went with a hydraulic roller cam with Morel lifters . You have to keep lots of Zinc additive to keep those BBC flat tappets from rounding off ( or use Amsoil Z-Rod oil after breaking in with their break-in oil). Can't wait to see it mudding !

[@mjmcomputers]

Check the timing curve, a recurve kit will really help out.

[@ronniethebigman7193]

it's nice to see sam on your chanal Justen is funny and very helpful

[@frankensteincreations4740]

Most people have no clue why you have to “break in” a flat tappet cam. The only way the cam lobes are lubricated is from oil sling off the crankshaft. That’s why the 2k rpm is so important… To produce enough “sling” to lubricate the lobes as the lifters and lobes seat to one another… 👍

[@robwigglezz944]

Unless your brand new lifters are literally flat and no matter what you do, you're already screwed

[@frankensteincreations4740]

@@robwigglezz944 yeah… another thing not many people know… they’re slightly round on the bottom. And the cam lobes are angled, not square. This is to make the lifters spin. When they quit spinning is when it wipes the lobe out 👍 all reasons why I run a hydraulic roller lol

[@billnetwork-qs8cu]

I really like seeing more of the power upgrade videos. Truck is coming along very nicely. Epic seeing Sam too.

[@joshgreen2164]

Sam is the coolest!!! Much love JH and crew!

[@Buddy713]

Now your talking my language! Big blocks and mud trucks! You know woodpecker mud bog is just 10 days away… lol.

[@wickdghost3639]

When I put in a cam, I always moly grease everything with way more than you think you'd need, you can't use too much.

[@BenjySparky]

JH y'all rock! Sam is the man with the plan! Peace

[@tronmcrae]

Sam to the rescue. Sam the man.

[@josephboley]

ANYTIME I see Mr Sam in any video I smile. He's a legend.

[@Hillbilly_Bob.J]

All the Florida Crew are solid folks! All the way down to ol Cooper Bogetti! They are all killing it in their own way! Love it guys keep it up JH! Love the honesty homie!

[@zazz69ed]

Sam is the Man and he has the hook up for those 99's !!!

[@CZ-kz7ug]

Probably already together, but if the valvesprings are dual, remove the inners for the 20 minute break in. Then put them back in. The cam instructions should say it. Fun project!

[@therealcraigsutton2740]

Never underlube guys! 💪🤘💯

[@codyserr7331]

Everyone needs a Sam!

[@jamesrezza7854]

What’s the valve spring pressure? Flat tappet cams can’t run a high pressure spring. 120-130 psi closed pressure is ok. On double springs it’s recommended to run the outer spring only during break in then add the center spring after

[@michaelspicuzza2016]

Dot on crank goes up for on cam gear goes down,be sure to check push rod length and roll the motor over by hand to check for coil bind and valve clearance. I'm sure if you got a top end kit it was all ready spect but always good to double check

[@adamspencer3620]

You should look at a larger carb. 750 is small on that

[@Vanbooskie]

This has quickly became one of my favorite channels

[@jeffkrus8046]

If those are 781 heads you took off, they're really decent stock heads. Worth about $300 to $500 for a decent set

[@macman231]

They are no way 781's, those are pnut port that look like someone tried to gasket match to oval port. Even if his new heads aren't a name brand they should pick up a lot of flow at least.

[@c0c0asauce]

They are definitely bone stock peanut ports.

[@jeffkrus8046]

@@macman231 yeah definitely 👍

[@jcrcracing]

Wish people would put Part numbers/info in the descriptions of videos, be helpful for others that are looking for a direction to go with projects

[@reddmac4562]

I bought a 454 on Tuesday so this excites me to see what your doing to it…

[@jeffpople671]

Don’t forget thrush washer for the cam

[@joshuasalvage4717]

I'm sure you got a great deal, but that thing is really not a bad unit, I love it!! It certainly has got character and you do great work buddy!!

[@dhorn247]

No cam retainer plate?? Or cam button?

[@RattyFlyer]

Sam the master of shine

[@Kindaquick1]

Looking forward to the start up

[@timelliott1135]

Wise decision to ask the legend Mr.sam for advice

[@Casey-Jones-i1y]

I have a sbc in my race car. It’s a pretty basic 9.5:1CR race engine. Aftermarket pistons, rods, and heads. It has a Weiand intake, long tube IMCA headers, and one of the biggest hydraulic camshafts I could find, but it’s pushing 450hp.

[@MerlinOpeth]

Big up Mr Sam.

[@reneescouch9035]

Awesome video guys!

[@feelinghealingfrequences7179]

Hey JH! Thank You for making so much content! Really appreciate all your effort! Ho Ho Ho Merry Christmas JH!!

[@jeffreymagyar3990]

Sam is the man love that guy

[@country6368]

What you want for the old heads

[@jessicarodgers1268]

hell yea brother cant wait for the nos vid to come out lol i am sure it will be soon after the next event the truck goes to

[@richardshaw748]

Did y'all put the cam retainer in

[@stevenraymer6682]

Good job brother

[@claytonandrews251]

The old saying you can’t judge a book by its cover applies to this engine ,it looks mint inside . A well maintained unit by the looks of it

[@jrpaniagua1518]

I can't wait to see that thing rip it!

[@totensiebush]

I would have liked to see a roller cam conversion given what modern oils are like but I'm sure you'll make good power as is. What is the engine from?

[@JAKDRZR]

Run driven oil by joe Gibbs. Has all the good stuff in it!!

[@JohnRoberts71]

Great content thanks for sharing

[@truthcam1]

Nice - cant wait to hear it....

[@jameswaddington7913]

Definitely prime oil system until you get oil out of all push rods and use a good break-in oil Non-detergent with zddp, did not realize you are in my back yard. Great stuff!

[@barryscarlett462]

Just crank the idle up to at least 2000 rpm . And add a zinc additive the the oil On first start up. Good luck. That truck will fly now

[@ryanhogan6509]

Bout to slap the bottom end right out that rig!!

[@jasonisham2049]

Compression ratio was your enemy. Those peanut ports with the dish piston was around 8-1. I hope your new heads are closed chamber 100cc rather than 120cc or you'll be in that same boat.

[@ViperMods_216]

Literally nothing better than a BBC

[@nickf6447]

you should add a new oil drive system including the shaft .

[@reloadingfun]

What is the duration of the cam at .050 and what heads did you use?

[@tbone67gthenderson78]

Got you a great hand working with you hold on to ya buddy

[@Michael666CA]

Did you degree the cam,?

[@bradkovacs103]

I think there was supposed to be a plate behind your timing gear.

[@JHDieseland4X4]

This is not a roller camshaft. No cam plate on a flat tappet cam

[@austinmathis95]

Does a big block Chevy not have a cam retainer plate ?

[@extremecheddarswityomom]

It’s cool that truck has an engine plate. Looks like it’s been on there a hot minute

[@chrisherrmann9627]

Got a link to that top end kit?

[@william.304_6]

Do something like a Holley sniper kit should bring you to about 600-650

[@brandondimmitt8467]

Do 454s not have a cam lock plate on the front?

[@Davidhillborn]

Pls cover how you'd improve oiling and make the engine live

[@1563smb]

😁👍 very cool 😎

[@Rosko311]

Looks like yall are rebuilding a motor in the attic.

[@cody8754]

You could buy a gear drive if having timing gears makes you feel a little better or you like the sound of it but there’s Nothing wrong with a double roller timing chain if it’s a decent one

[@Arcturuseyes]

I'd love to see you put a big supercharger on that block; I've been noticing NA is kinder to big blocks than turbocharging it.

[@scottjennings3044]

You didn't put the cam shaft retainer on

[@Alexautofab]

13:36 isn’t there supposed to be a cam retainer plate ??? Please tell me you’re not using roller lifers 😅

[@jcooter619]

I think you forgot the cam retainer plate. Might be a good idea to degree the cam.

[@bradchavis4141]

I don't think I've ever been that careful with a cam! Coming out or going in 🤣🤣🤣

[@1BlackSheep]

Heads,cam and intake alone will not take a 454bbc to 550hp. I own 2 of them 1 is now a 481ci 750hp and the other is a 505ci 825hp and started stock with both trust it takes more than that. Better spray it too to get those numbers. It's got dished pistons it's ready for some spray and good fuel.

[@reloadingfun]

You can get 550 horse on a 454 with with a head and cam upgrade. It's been done many of times.

[@1BlackSheep]

@@reloadingfun Show me dyno sheets (I have mine)cause I have a pair that started stock and have been built up as I went and never have I seen on anyone I know or my own have heads cams picked 250hp on a 454BBC closer to 150 in my experience which won't get you to 550hp.

[@reloadingfun]

How long do think it will take to get a video about a cam lobe going flat?

[@kevlar7669]

Why did you have to put maxi pads on it?

[@chevyromans4435]

If your looking for hp, why did you put a flat tappet cam in it ?? Roller wether it be hydraulic/ solid roller you’d net a lot of extra hp

[@MrHomeland]

Don't forget the retainer

[@milanduic9565]

Hey doppey put the gear on and u can walk the cam in

[@patrickvaugn897]

Thought you were gonna have an allergic reaction to spark plugs 🤣👍

[@S.park.y]

Little disturbing talking about lubing your shaft while looking directly into the camera haha

[@simoncl5482]

sam to the rescue hahaha nice video

[@Dunehoon]

Is torque more importanter than horsepower?

[@1975427bronco]

Break in lube on the lobes is the most important thing you need your lifters to be spinning freely

[@screamingcustoms]

You might want to ask Sam what the plate and two bolts you have left over is for! 😜

[@JHDieseland4X4]

No need for one on this style cam. Look it up. This is a flat tapper style camshaft. No cam holder or plate from factory

[@screamingcustoms]

@@JHDieseland4X4 I stand corrected, keep up the great vid’s 🙂👍🏻

[@roodgeregeld]

@@JHDieseland4X4 I believe it needs a cam button then!

[@picklefart]

@@roodgeregeld they'll figure it out I'm sure.......

[@jfrost42688]

@@roodgeregeld no cam button required with flat tappet cam. JH did it correct. I was glad to see him use a new double roller timing chain.

[@outlawlifestyle9080]

Did you forget the cam retaining plate

[@Ronin8451]

Not required with a flat tappet cam.

[@jdias51]

Suprised you didn't go with a roller cam make sure you run zinc!

[@ryanhannahs3405]

I have never messed with a big block myself do they not have a cam retainer plate? 🤷‍♂️ sorry that might be a stupid question lol

[@zachmattison1294]

Need to get jackstand Jimmy over to help you with them spark plugs and a bottle

[@timothy9969]

All that power and no lockers

[@solarfunction1847]

@JH Diesel and 4X4 EVERYTHING NEEDS NITROUS JUSTIN

[@jerimiaburrows3089]

Hey jh I notices your forgot to put the plate behind the cam gear. Just wanted to bring that up before you fired that thing up

[@anthonysmalawipredators8794]

Aslong as you've seen the light and understand that when you're burning gasoline, Chevrolet does 'er best!

[@RTRacing87]

Might check summits carb calculator to make sure you don’t need more carb.

[@bradthackston5217]

Sam is my favorite out of this friend group and KZbin channels

[@CL-ty6wp]

Can over lube new cylinder and rings

[@bruceplumisto]

He'll yeah!

[@nitrozack3062]

Justin and Sam was minty 👌 both guys are legends

[@woofersd2383]

I think you forgot the plate to hold in the cam.

[@danieledwards1081]

Flat tappet cams have a slight taper on the lobes which helps prevent them from moving forward, no need for a button or retainer plate