The Original BigFoot Engine Build Part 3 - Engine Power Season 2, Episode 7

[@nhraandnascarfanatic5907]

I love how everyone here is an expert on performance engine builds

[@bryanroupe8646]

There will always be those guys. The best part is they probably drive moms Camry.

[@nhraandnascarfanatic5907]

For sure!

[@stevewelborn8744]

Man it turns my stomach to read the comments. People are just rude and disrespectful. It's a wonder anybody lets the general public see anything.

[@nhraandnascarfanatic5907]

Steve Welborn oh man... if their not the best engine builders in the world their whinging about the power it made and them not wringing it’s neck on the dyno, taking no consideration into the account that this engine was designed in the 80s and only freshly started... this is a priceless, irreplaceable piece of Motorsport history. I wouldn’t want to go leaning on it and hurting it either.. imagine if it booted a rod out the side of the block (unlikely but can happen and does happen).. the point of this build was to preserve history, not make a million hp... no one sees this!

[@stevewelborn8744]

D G and they nitpick everything they did to death. I promise you not a one of them would of said shit if they were standing there. Just a bunch of assholes that think there shit don't stink for some stupid reason.

[@justinjames6524]

I like how you signed it. $500 says that Engine never gets taken apart again.

[@2511jeremy]

Yup

[@johnnymatias3027]

Maybe in a century or two

[@davelowets]

No kidding... It's going on display for the rest of it's life. 🤦🏻

[@waynetaylor420]

I'm not a Ford guy but big foot is for sure a legend. Henry Ford would piss his pants to see all that oval power.

[@delljr2769]

All what power? 116 octane with 600 cubic inches and just around 1000 horsepower? A natural pump-gas engine around 600 inches will make 700 ft/lbs at 5k RPM. That Bigfoot engine should be making 1,500 horse easy. I think they went too high of octane and it ran shitty due to low compression- and blower engines run low compression. What are your thoughts on this build- seriously?

[@waynetaylor420]

@@delljr2769 like I said I'm a Chevy guy... but the technical stuff I dont really know about. So I would be foolish to have much of a discussion about that. The fact is big foot the truck was an icon of my childhood In the early 80s. I bet i could get 1000 hp out of my ls if my checkbook would let me. Lol

[@delljr2769]

@@waynetaylor420 Indeed, a well built LS3 with turbo will easily make 1,000 horse and purrr like a kitten until you stand on it.

[@bryanroupe8646]

Dell Jr you must have one bad engine to he in hear talking shit. Or your just another guy talking shit on the internet.

[@nhraandnascarfanatic5907]

The whole point of this project was to restore and preserve a priceless, irreplaceable piece of Motorsport history... not wring it’s neck and risk kicking the rods out the side of the block.. And I don’t think a lot of people are taking into account the vintage of the engine either, a lot has changed since 1984... and these numbers were huge back in the 80s

[@thatrealba]

This engine build has been the most exciting one I have ever seen. i have a picture, somewhere, of me standing underneath that truck as a little kid in the 80s. Bigfoot forever!

[@donniebaker5984]

This is an excellent build guide for a technical college training program..I attended such a program through the university of Illinois back in 1968-1969 on gasoline and diesel engines ..every step you see in this video are the same steps that are taken for large industrial engines of all types ..

[@AgentSmith911]

This was very satisfying to watch. The close ups, the attention to details, the thoroughness of the rebuild, the straight to the point dialog... Amazing stuff guys! 🤘🏻

[@L1A1Rocker]

Except for not checking crank clearance or putting in the O-Rings.

[@AgentSmith911]

@@L1A1Rocker They probably did that off cam

[@L1A1Rocker]

@@AgentSmith911 Probably? Maybe? No matter what the truth is, IMO it is very poor production quality to; in Part 2 discuss the importance of the O-Rings, show the machining process, and then show nothing about it in Part 3. You are left with the impression that either they forgot to show it, forgot to do it, or decided against it for some reason. Again, IMO it is shows very poor production quality.

[@AgentSmith911]

@@L1A1Rocker Bull shit. Just because they didn't mention every little detail that you assumed they'd include, doesn't mean it's overall a bad production. Very few shows have been this detailed in their shows, even Discovery channel can't compete with this. You're just too full of expectations or spoiled or both. Go make your own show.

[@Bandit69ply]

That was wonderful to hear. I remember my first time seeing this truck and engine combo at the Pontiac Silverdome as a little kid. Nothing compares to this beautiful truck as far as i'm concerned.

[@travischapin886]

As a die hard Ford guy, this is awesome. Long live Bigfoot!!

[@davenelson1571]

That young Amish guy sure seems to know a lot about motors

[@geneharrogate6911]

Tis a fine engine, but sure tis no LS, English.

[@JP-kk5vw]

When he's talking horsepower ......he's talking real horsepower!

[@BigEightiesNewWave]

lol

[@slspg]

Lmao

[@TVmadethemdoit]

This must be his rebellious teenage years, afterwards he'll go back to real horsepower to finish his days on Earth....

[@Shane-Singleton]

This isn't just any rebuild. It's preserving living history.

[@ralfbetancourt1416]

23 years of silence and reborn 2019 is going to be a preciousyear for Big Foot Thee Original !!

[@TheRoadhammer379]

The vid is from 2007 or 09, lol

[@CodyUnderstorms]

Mr. Full shirt pockets got nothin' on Lab Coat Ron

[@kurtownsj00]

I liked his organizer until I remember how often I'm leaning on something and just ONE pen or driver is annoying enough, or when that one specific pen doesn't have the strength to stay clipped when bent over setting a lift arm....no bueno for all day every day techs working on a large variety, me-thinks.

[@bryanroupe8646]

🤣

[@johnweaver1198]

He's gonna have back problems with all that crap in his pocket.....

[@barricaderc7007]

I’m a die hard Chevy fan. But long live Big Foot. I truly hope it gets a proper resting place for all to see for a long long time. Any man alive can tell you they’ve known that truck from their childhood

[@timeisapathwalkingtounderstand]

Here in New York City watching part 3 once again saying these mechanics are amazing they did a great job putting this in the together

[@dougscustomcargarage3434]

That's awesome to hear that engine run again great job

[@jcwyatt3]

I know I'm a year late to this comment, but you should this motor in person. It is Godly.

[@luciankristov6436]

My little 5.4 2v with a vmp gen 3 soon to be R makes 787 rear wheel hp 813 lbs of torque at 6200rpm on 23 lbs of boost. 890 ish at the crank. Crazy how technology has come so far. Still wouldn't mind having that big bastard in my engine collection.

[@Drift-Tastik]

It's on the conservative side. I'm sure it can blow your two valve with more tunning

[@bravofoxable]

Wow you guys! Well done, all that time and focus on detail is admireable. Monster of a motor

[@jd52wtf]

Anyone else giggle like a little kid when it made 800hp at 70% max power...... Thing is a beast. Awesome to see the history and the process. I remember being in awe of Bigfoot when I was a kid. Still dropping my jaw 35 years later.

[@leifhietala8074]

"Hey - you would too!" You're damn right I would.

[@Techangler65]

One of the best builds on the show cool old school stuff

[@redbackspider]

I love watching engines being built by people who know what they are doing and care about the end product. Sweet build and some great tricks. Cheers :)

[@toohoney8674]

Sheer satisfaction when a beautiful engine is crafted.

[@SaltyOutcome]

"With Extreme Pressure Lube On The Nuts" I couldn't stop myself from laughing.

[@cursedred_]

That and tip

[@davelowets]

Big time blue balls.. 😳

[@Izaiah_J]

Holy cow! 640 cubes?!? I want one of those!

[@27GX76R]

These are some of the finest men. Very inspiring work

[@DanielThomason1]

Ford made more than one of those blocks/heads, but none more iconic than this one! It’s a a shame kids nowadays aren’t watching this and learning monster truck history.

[@05greendmax]

I’ve grew up with this truck Going to every event possible as a kid I sat in the wheels of this truck at an event Wow the memories

[@Cherokee93]

Why do I feel like this was made in 2007 but it was just uploaded today

[@balzarini51]

Pretty sure it was made a few years ago

[@wade998]

Reminds me of the old HorsePowerTV days.

[@brantisonfire]

Wade I use to remember it coming on TNT or Spike on Saturday mornings, before noon. The “Power Block” I recall. Hot Rod TV and the truck show, which I remember these guys from. Usually doing 4x4 builds and stuff.

[@titanicwhiz]

This is their "new" dyno, which they got around 2013-2014.. They have a video of it.. so judging by the old Iphone, it seems about that time frame.

[@francobnyc]

@18:37 Copyright MMXV that's 2015.

[@TheJimbodean67]

There’s no replacement for displacement. Watching that engine go back together gave me chills. Now do a monster truck budget engine build. Your budget is 50k. Thanks guys, great work.

[@TrollgoneGamer]

Except their is. They can get this kind of power out of 1.6L/100ci 4 cylinder. I can't deny it's an amazing engine though. Awesome work indeed.

[@yamahonkawazuki]

this is why i subbed to you. bigfoot team trusted you to make this happen. you succeeded. bravo. job well done.

[@GeorgeRaysVideos]

yamahonkawazuki people got PAID to let this happen. And they got a hefty chunk of change to do it. You can bet money on that.

[@remek_ember]

*pushes a magnetic dial indicator base against an aluminium block

[@92suzukigsx1100g]

Marton Lukacs 😂😂😂😂 I was wondering who else caught that.

[@SeanEpoc]

waaaait a second...

[@trillrifaxegrindor4411]

steel sleeves,nitwit

[@jacobszymczak9323]

Engine Power: "We want the head gaskets made out of the best of modern materials" Also Engine Power: *"They're made of Copper"*

[@Darrell1981]

Jacob Szymczak seen some made of wood by hand..... be hard as hell to blow these.

[@xandon24]

Pff, shows what you know IDIOT. Obviously this is MODERN COPPER, none of that shitty OLD COPPER.

[@juliusebola9712]

Platinum would be the best material.

[@michaelmace924]

You didn't know copper was discovered in '89?

[@michaelmace924]

@boostedsil40 Yeah, stop doing that.

[@pauljanssen2624]

It's nice to see somebody knew how to set the timing and the recheck the valve adjustment

[@anmordal-swe2203]

Not a fan of monster trucks but damn, the art of engineering and strife for perfection these guys display is impressive!

[@toddclark332]

Can't wait to see when you guys get this running again miss that old truck

[@austinboswell4023]

I absolutely love this show lol I just keep re-watching episodes especially when they rebuilt the old junkyard 460.i have one myself having a hell of time find exact parts they use in building there's tho.

[@lawrencemick1665]

I knew there would be atleast 1 comment that goes. I'm not a Ford guy but ! You gotta love it.

[@xs-1b415]

Watching an engine being built is so enjoyable... almost as fun as doing it yourself.

[@kennethwise7108]

Did he say 2.400" intake valves??? DAMN IT MAN!

[@blainemeyer]

Kenneth Wise ikr

[@BrandonLayMusic]

Best in the biz! Great job again guys 🤘

[@WhoBallCain]

Im digging the gear driven timing setup. Way better idea than a belt or chain for longevity at least.

[@troyroe6021]

Very very cool , couldn’t think of one better , icon, yes sir.

[@clydebalcom8252]

Magnificent! Bigfoot never sounded better, or at least the powerplant.

[@jimmythepowerful]

These guys sent everything to get rebuilt.. they just put the shit back together... and sign their the engine :))))))))

[@burt24pop]

love to watch you guys work together.

[@PatriotPaulUSA]

This engine was from when men were men and big blue motors screamed in the night in missouri :)

[@donniebaker5984]

SHOW ME !

[@poopipeboy3033]

Glad I found this tutorial, only minor difference is that my Briggs & Stratton 2 stroke doesn't have eight cylinders.

[@zakpeterson6713]

I am 8-71 blown away at how little power that thing made. That is Naturally aspirated power when we are talking about the cubic bucks that were poured into that thing. Especially a Kasse build. I get that it was only ran to 5k but I just thought that thing would have put up much bigger numbers.

[@69JANKS]

A lot of Go Fast parts on this & plenty of Cam to see it to 7k-rpm.........Plus being a 640ci topped by Teflon 8/71 on Race Gas But 750hp @5k rpm is showing decent signs.... my bet is 950-1050hp at full noise. Cool 😎 looking motor though!!!

[@superkillr]

1000 hp out of a heavily blown 640 hemi seems weak AF.

[@nhraandnascarfanatic5907]

Keep in mind that this is a design from the 1980s... back then these were HUGE numbers

[@superkillr]

@@nhraandnascarfanatic5907 -- but it was all updated. Teflon sealed blower...I'm not sure how efficient they are, modern piston design, newer modern lobed billet steel camshaft. Maybe.. Maybe the heads, even being an 80's aftermarket hemi just don't have the flow and are so poorly designed that the 2.400 intake valve is useless. Even NA that motor shoulda been capable of over 1hp per cube and then add over 16+lbs of boost and it should be in the 1300-1400hp range. More than likely it's just an RPM issue. They built a high rpm setup but tested it at low rpm's and even stated it was just gonna be a show piece. Kind of a waste if you ask me.

[@nhraandnascarfanatic5907]

The whole point of this build wasn’t for big hp anyway, it was to restore and preserve a priceless piece of Motorsport history... they barely tickled this thing on the dyno because... well... would the risk of kicking a rod out the side of that irreplaceable block be one U would be willing to take..?? I do agree to a point that they went abit too “all out” on this thing for what they want to do with it now and in my opinion takes away the originality and nostalgia but hey... when ur as wealthy as bob chandler.. who cares right

[@69JANKS]

D G yep!..exactly.

[@ROTAXD]

If it’s going to the Smithsonian, I’d honestly rather have seen it on a stand so the entire motor can be viewed. Hell, a junkyard 302 out of a fox body, a bronco, or a host of other fords could have been dropped in for the very few times the truck will ever need to move under it’s own power again.

[@stuntmanmike37]

This show is from 4 years ago, dummy. Bigfoot's not going anywhere near the Smithsonian.

[@TJ-qz6hr]

The engine is now on a stand in Bob Chandlers office. That Bigfoot has a 460 in it now.

[@vtwinbuilder3129]

T J that makes more sense to me also. I figured why not just build a smaller, more efficient and modern big block that looks the part to move BF1 around if they need to and display that original 1980’s work of art so it can be viewed all the way around. Personally I don’t care how old the video is to those who’ve mentioned it in comments, it’s cool to see how they did it in the 80’s. I’d like to have the opportunity to see some old school engine tear downs and builds that are original or period correct recreations.

[@donniebaker5984]

@@vtwinbuilder3129 nothing has changed today building such engines as the same as the physics of metallurgy will never change and the laws of chemistry and electricity ..the only thing that has changed is our educational programs that teach nothing to you stupid millenials who half of you idiots will think the world is flat ... Lololol

[@superkillr]

Wow.. P series Clevite bearings!! Nice to see you using the base crap scrap rebuild series of bearings in this low dollar rebuild. Wouldn't wanna use high quality bearings for such a low end project.

[@titanicwhiz]

A lot left in that engine.. Only 26 degree max timing using 116 Oct fuel.. Very conservative timing and RPM... Decent low end torque to move the thing... gotta also keep in mind that it is no longer a 640ci, but maybe around 570ci, because of the smaller bores for strength.. which was a good idea, because when I saw how thin those walls are for a boosted and NOS vehicle, I'm surprised it held together as long as it did overall.

[@amascia8327]

... 4.377x4.750 is 572 cubic inches. 👍

[@taylorgtrotter]

titanicwhiz I’m glad at least one person caught the timing they put in that thing to tone it down a bunch. I’d venture to guess with around 32-34 degrees of timing and on alcohol this engine would be quite nasty

[@TrojanHorse1959]

Great video guys, thank you!

[@jasonswift7098]

I'm learning quite a bit about engines from this.

[@kalijasin]

BigFoot is an American icon.

[@The_Bandit_750]

This is a man's channel

[@brianonthego]

*_Awesome Engine...get it back in its home....BIGFOOT #1_*

[@jacklin694]

Great video as always, thanks for posting this

[@Tampaboys]

Such a iconic engine. Great show guys let's make some power

[@Hossman757]

Awesome. FORD power baby.

[@florascent9ts]

been waiting for this one!

[@stephenmiller7388]

Shoves bare screwdivers up against a new ali block

[@justinwypack247]

loved the video. Thanks for sharing

[@tonyrunyon375]

Good job fellas!

[@teaganwerner8139]

Wow titanium valves. Revolutionary shit there

[@the_car_guy5915]

My grandpa said that the best way to eliminate ring wash after a fresh rebuild is that, before installing the pistons, to thoroughly coat them in STP oil additive. It is much thicker than any oil and does not wash off like oil.

[@manguydude287]

Wow that silicone bead was frickin huge. Surprised that was allowed to fly in this shop

[@fz1000red]

I couldn't help but start laughing when I saw that. It's thick enough to get used to ice cupcakes!

[@GeorgeRaysVideos]

Cause they can’t do the smart thing and get the actual gaskets to stick when an engine like this is under boost and has an assload of crankcase pressure.

[@donniebaker5984]

@@fz1000red true and back when these engines were first developed we had so very exotic silicones that were applied paper thin like Yamaha bond #4 that is still used today ..there is only one better and that is the industrial strength from catapilar industrial equipment

[@donniebaker5984]

@@GeorgeRaysVideos what a dork you are and tells us all of your imaginary mind of typical millennial dumb fuckery

[@peanutbutterisfu]

I’ve been a professional auto tech for nearly 20 years and I own repair shop. Wish I had got involved building motors as a full time job not just a hobby, it’s much more fun and rewarding building engines.

[@trillrifaxegrindor4411]

changing tires isnt a tech.ive done clinical research and found 99.87% of people calling themselves "tech" change oil,tires or wash cars.

[@OscillatorCollective]

In these days of super modern high tech engines, I love seeing this old school power plant get a second life.

[@TheDannytre]

This shit gave me chills!!!!!! The sound of and iconic old school American muscle!

[@Scottstunts]

Great series guys!

[@gilbertjuarez7064]

Long live the king Bigfoot

[@beachboardfan9544]

Dudes rockin one hell of an amish beard

[@epicon6]

Overhaulong an engine like this is the sexiest thing

[@manicdogfood]

"We know why you came here, to see big numbers on the dyno, so heres a mild tune 5k RPM pull at 750 HP with no nitrous....." Right.......... 3 videos for that........

[@westleylooker8377]

Exactly What i just thought... Its gonna run a tour then be put in a museum; Why not run it real hard... Almost like they are scared of the work they did.

[@scottsmith31]

Because this show is/was a joke. Hence why it failed

[@taylorgtrotter]

Ben Moore with only 26 degrees of timing, they aren’t trying to lean on it real hard. Still made 950 @ 6000rpm with is plenty good for its intended purpose. Full competition set up, the boss 429 platform CAN and WILL make north of 3000hp if you want to push it that hard. You could qualify one of the engines in NHRA pro mod if you wanted

[@kowboykalebb]

Well for one, prolly didn't wanna rag too hard on a freshly put together engine. Another thing, the engine is a piece of history. Would have been a real bitch if they did a hard ass pull and blown it TF apart from some freak accident.

[@donniebaker5984]

Did you see that nitrous plate looks like about a 5000 horsepower fogger..if you , you tube fogger plates you will see what I am talkin' 'bout

[@R.J.1]

Outstanding video.

[@Exoticschill]

And not a single drop of grease or oil on those hands... amazing.

[@sandydaviswhytelewis5387]

Lookin Outstanding Gentlemen.

[@stevejohnson7165]

Absolutely Awesome, thank you!

[@abbybonilla4511]

Jesus that's something out of Mad Max 🤤

[@trillrifaxegrindor4411]

no,its something out of bigfoot.mad max's engine would make 1/8th the power this does.

[@jayyoutube8790]

I’ve really enjoyed these videos... thank you

[@Kwaka28]

Standing on a stool to tune the carbs that's a engine..

[@PhatsMahoney88]

Man I really wanted to see Bob's face when the truck fired up for the first time with that rebuild. I invested myself in this 3 video series just for that payoff.

[@2511jeremy]

Yeah thought they would do some dyno pulls

[@danram7778]

Good job guys 👍

[@f1b26]

Work is just your a masterpiece I admire you super a job 🙏

[@TJ-qz6hr]

I just came here to see some supercharged big block Ford power.

[@CoyoteFTW]

Love the sound of that big block Ford

[@CoyoteFTW]

ṖauḶee ḂlueṢtreet - I’d like to know exactly how Ford copied anything “mopar” built. I earned my degree in mechanical engineering a while back but I’m sure you have much to teach me ?

[@josephsloppy6750]

Its alive its alive way to go guys👍👍

[@TheBlaert]

Jesus there are so many top engine builders in the comments. You guys care to share some of your videos to show how you do it better?

[@nhraandnascarfanatic5907]

TheBlaggert 😂😂😂 took the words out of my mouth

[@stevewelborn8744]

Sing it brother

[@donniebaker5984]

I don't have any money to pay for any video equipment as turning wrenches doesn't pay enough for all the time spent in university and technical college training program through your life that never ends until you take your last breath..now at age 70 I have forgotten more than any of you millenials will ever have the opportunity to learn

[@davelowets]

Sure, but it'll cost you...

[@davelowets]

@@donniebaker5984 I doubt that... You probably couldn't even properly put together a current high-performance engine if you haven't had some recent formal education on the subject. Being stuck in the 70's isn't something to be proud of.

[@ahmada.thabata8615]

This should be in the Henry Ford museum instead of the Smithsonian

[@SS454LS6]

I loved this 3 part series, but I have to be honest. Bit of a let down in the power department. Sure it lost 68 cubic inches which I'm sure is worth over 100 hp. But I tend to think it's way over cammed for 6500 rpm. Maybe the cam was spec'd for 640 ci rather than 572. IF it made 1000 hp, I suppose that's only about 100-150 hp down on what I'd think it would have made, given I doubt it ever made much more than 1200-1250 hp.

[@taylorgtrotter]

It’s not intended for competition. It’s intended to sound good and make some descent power. Doesn’t need to make 1500+ like most of the monster jam trucks are capable of making. In reality, if thing was built for competition, It would have a hard time not making 1500hp. These Boss 429 platform engines can make in excess of 3000 with the appropriate parts

[@michaelhorgan9525]

Road and track said it actually makes 1400 hp. It currently has a crate motor making 800 hp.

[@juliansaurus]

He got that Lloyd Christmas haircut

[@amascia8327]

Nice job you-all! 👍

[@aeliayousaf]

after watching videos like these i get excited and start a project on my own - now my lawn mower doesn't work.

[@TheAnonymous1one]

Great video!

[@roberttaylor465]

Just awesome

[@RandysFiftySevenChevy]

I use to run the Kindig / Predator carbs. Big problem were the fuel bars and no idle circuit but boy they made plenty of horsepower when they kicked in.

[@benn454]

Over .800 lift??? Holy shit!

[@robertsmith470]

Those are some monster heads 😳

[@jvsyoutube3298]

was waiting soo bad to see that nos system burn off in the dyno... well well, nice work guys!

[@brantisonfire]

On this episode, guest mechanic Abe Lincoln joins us in the shop.

[@crisknapp1990]

lol that was the funniest thing i heard all day ty

[@asambi69]

Those valves are huge.