Assembling a 500HP Miata Engine From The Bare Block, ASMR Style.

[@stinkydoggy98]

No blah blah blah talk, no annoying music, no selfie stick where they film themselves more than the work. No this is just straight to the work. Perfect! Looks awesome. Subbed.

[@teamgonzo9289]

Nailed it!!! 👍

[@williamsiniovosa4945]

This is the best engine build i have seen in while ❤

[@__mehdimt__]

Absolutely i hate those videos that they talk with their annoying voice and saying about the process that we’re watching it with our eyes This one was perfect thank you 🔥🔥🔥

[@Gizmos_and_stuff]

i found the music pretty annoying, but otherwise yeah!

[@kasxpro]

This was what I was looking for, need more long ones for my second monitor content!

[@mrfixall]

I have to say that that was like watching an artist work, And create a work of art, worthy of any museum. Pretty excellent for a guy that's taking a break. Well played.

[@jefftoonstra5087]

And not having a big shop to work out of. Can’t wait for dyno day!

[@dgcmusi]

A lot of knowledge right there….love watching it..

[@JohnKickboxing]

Hey ... by the way, is this engine turbocharged?

[@BWORKS2203]

@@JohnKickboxing yes it is

[@JohnKickboxing]

@@BWORKS2203 👌

[@Luckde10]

Greg, your techniques have become far more refined since the fist build. Looks far more surgical than your earlier builds. Look forward to the day on the dyn.

[@MultiFerrarifreak]

Yesssss exactly what I needed right now! Thanks for taking your time to produce this great content for us :)

[@kurkkobain]

what , just joining aprts,, dude thas nothing you dot make a racing engine tyat way,

[@dinokolonic9716]

This is like the best lego set in the world. Watching that whole camshaft assembly get put on top of the block was like building a lego and it makes you take a detour to build a different part and then you put it all together and it looks amazing. This is truly one of the best things I've watched.

[@andrewyang60]

I’ve been watching for years but never commented. This video was absolutely fantastic. You have gotten so good at your craft, both in building and capturing/editing. Love your videos, keep them coming!

[@RaiLosTHisMind]

Words cannot describe how satisfying it is watching an engine be assembled. All while being educational. Please make more of these the exact same formate exact same music. It would be much appreciated 🙌🏾

[@mazdamiatafied]

Beautiful work Greg, hypnotizing. Your cinematography has gotten so good!

[@Cairo5555]

Wow, you outdid yourself on this video Greg. Well done it's such a nice video to watch and love the background music. :) Keep up all the good and hard work!

[@IllIlIlllIllIlIl]

This is the first video I've watched from start to finish, no bathroom breaks or nuthin' Just remember Craig, with this much power comes great responsibility

[@38tech]

Bruh, the chilliest half hour of yt ever. Thanks, that was very relaxing.

[@twostorywood]

Amen

[@ShepGibson]

Dang! That was a half-hour?? 🤣 Went by like 10 minutes. So good.

[@alanscott156]

My guy got all the good angles. It's reasonably laborious to do an engine build but to spend the time to film it in this way ON TOP of that is seriously extra. You have above and beyond discipline.

[@crumpets19]

Daddy Greg bringing home the bacon yet again

[@potymouf1]

On valentines day no less. HE DOES LOVE US! lol

[@DaeCRG1]

don’t ever say that again bro..

[@andynguyen1969]

u

[@caseykelso1]

Do you even have a clue that it works? Do you even know the guy?

[@henryhooker3282]

You okay? Are you gay?

[@elijahbakker1513]

I'd also like to add that your quality of work has increased astoundingly! I was rebuilding my first motor around when you started your big red and I've been working in the industry since. I build race motors for motocross bikes and you have done just as much as our highest of quality builds. If you do end up reading this, much love ❤️

[@TheCarPassionChannel]

I think you might be getting confused, the "updated" VVT head gasket from Mazda has smaller openings for the front coolant ports, but this gasket has full sized openings. There is nothing blocked off in the rear with any head gaskets as far as I know

[@elijahbakker1513]

@TheCarPassionChannel yes, after looking back into it, you are correct. Just making sure you're on your toes 😉 I'll edit it subsequently after this reply

[@TheCarPassionChannel]

@@elijahbakker1513 You had me looking back at my own footage too, hahaha

[@darkengel1210]

Nice to see the use of Nord-Lock Parts in this Engine, they just work!

[@williamkelly2467]

I find myself always coming back to this video. You sir have crafted the absolute most perfect engine build video I have ever seen. Thank you!

[@TheCarPassionChannel]

I appreciate you!!

[@dirtperson4221slash2]

Have to comment twice after watching in full.. That ol Mundo hex spin down to the last nuts and bolts represents so many years of wrenching to reach this milestone. I'm proud for you never giving up on your passions my amigo. Always looking forward to seeing what you can build! Thank you for continuing to be an inspiration and role model to us all!

[@dannycarlos3669]

This is my 25th time watching this build. It is perfect, the music, the torque wrench clicks, the production quality and camera angles..gorgeous.

[@mtbiata]

I may not have anyone for Valentine's Day but at least I have Miata Dad and my NB :) Thanks for the relaxing video Craig.

[@stephenhawkingMLG]

Using your videos as a template for my own built motor miata. Really appreciate the depth and detail as you’re pushing the limits of these BPs! Hope soon people will start to see the potential these motors have and how much cheaper they are to build than other motors!

[@erictol]

Thank you Greg for all your inspiring videos. This one could not be better timed, I currently putting together my shaved 2001 VVT block for my 10AE. Keep doing what you do!

[@420ghoul]

Im $10k deep in a turbo motor build, this would NOT be possible without these videos. My favorite puzzle. Thank you so much.

[@crossfiregaming6332]

can we please point out that 1 handed hex key skill. I have never seen anyone do it so smoothly!

[@OfficialEngineerGaming]

you, my fine sir, are on your way to excellency, no blah blahing, no selfie stick, just pure vibes, get er done buddy.

[@SuperDafi1980]

A little greeting from Denmark, A real pleasure looking at Greg, keep up the good work 😃👌👍

[@JohnEvans-ct6mz]

I love it. Mazda is such an underrated car company. So nice to see someone building something like this. Well done!

[@jdroller-cruz4296]

great content, Greg will always be a legend in the miata community

[@aristotleallen5577]

Total ASMR, those torque wrench clicks made me all tingly.

[@flipflop7577]

Stunning!! 🥹Absolutely STUNNING video!! Perfect music choice, very relaxing yet soothing to watch and listen to! Now I can go to bed and dream about miatas and highpower BPs😴🤤

[@ChutneyInc.]

I'm telling u man... this is my goal. Stroker turbo but low boost. This engine is a beast. Mazda took a ford/block that survived the Roman empire and provided us the golden template

[@nic1586]

wow someday ill have enough money to build an engine like this until then love seeing others build stuff

[@arimaoutdoors8255]

After building a few turbo Miata’s years ago it’s fun to see the whole process done again. Takes me back to the early 2000s. Thank you

[@neddleman26]

A video I will watch many times in the future. Thanks for the outstanding content! I know this added a lot of time to the build!

[@ProfessionalDriver101]

An excellent video. It’s nothing but a relaxing, enjoyable build with no ridiculous or obnoxious intros, chatter or demands to like and subscribe. And yet, with the format of the video, and the pleasant but detailed view of how the engine gets built is motivating to watch more of your channel.

[@TheCarPassionChannel]

@@ProfessionalDriver101 Most of my channel is obnoxious intros and chatter so sorry in advance 😂

[@ProfessionalDriver101]

@@TheCarPassionChannel No worries!

[@Laz_Arus]

It sure looks easier to replace the timing belt, water pump and main seal when the engine is on an engine stand than what I had to endure changing those parts while the engine is in situ.

[@kylelambert1672]

Same here. Speaking of which @thecarpassionchannel I saw in this video you slid the woodruff key towards the crank pulley after it's back on. In the timing belt video I don't remember you mentioning that

[@kylelambert1672]

Mine never came off the crank nose and just chilled there the entire time I was replacing stuff. And my pulley parts just went back on but the woodruff key still didn't move

[@Patrick94GSR]

working on an engine on a stand is an absolute dream compared to bending over or laying around on the ground underneath the car. I've done my timing belt in the car, and also dropped the trans and changed the clutch under the car. Now I have my whole engine and trans out of the car, and it's so much easier.

[@pappieee9409]

I bought a 05 nb the other day and I found your channel literally about a hour ago, you are a absolute god send and a gem, thank you daddy Greg and much love from the uk 🫶🏻

[@lucusc4002]

The video I did not know I needed, engine building is always a joy to watch.

[@TommyG_0311]

"cries in poor" man, i felt that on a spiritual level LOLOL

[@mmjohns2705]

I wish i could press like more than once for content like this! 🎉🥓

[@cavalierliberty6838]

I have seen plenty of people assemble engines, you have it down to an artform. I want to be on your level one day, man.

[@MultiMinors]

What a beautiful engine

[@UnawardedGamer]

Praise the KZbin algorithm for recommending me this. This is a work of art and the editing is great. So many wallpaper and poster worthy shots too

[@TheCarPassionChannel]

Thanks for stopping by!

[@fatninja987]

I’m here dad

[@rebellords74]

I don't know what it is but seeing an engine get built from the block up with the sounds of tools and clinks is one of the most therapeutic things for me.

[@valdirjose7118]

Incrível trabalho de montagem do motor, parabéns pelo desempenho, habilidade e competência!

[@williamsiniovosa4945]

This was so soothing, locked everyone out to enjoy this build i cherished every second, and the music was spot on. I wished it never ended.

[@joeldesmit]

Greg is the only dad I trust to go out for a carton of milk and come back❤️

[@joe_moms_lover]

Without milk, but in a Miata

[@_m_mccormick_1946]

this is probably the 5th time I've watched this. Honestly It's so relaxing, love the build brother

[@TheCarPassionChannel]

@@_m_mccormick_1946 I appreciate you!!

[@princesssolace4337]

I build my 2012 Mazdaspeed3 engine from bare block to handle 500hp. Using Mazda edit software , I tune it on RON100 pump gas to just 310hp/470Nm@1.2bar. That was 3 years ago and many smiles for miles with zero issue and still counting. I up grade the air filters , top mount intercooler+plumbing , HPFP , BPV, downpipe, pistons+con rods, valve springs+seals, injector seals , main bearings, head+girdle bolts , balance shaft+EGR+cat delete , solid rear motor mount. Still on stock turbo+manifold and cams. Stock intake manifold+throttle body. Stock piston+valve size. Stock resonators and silencers. Stock passenger+driver motor mounts. Stock flywheel+clutch. Honestly I can't never been happier with many others 300hp Speed3 with stock internals tend to blow up when they up the boost and driven hard. It's the high torque that will punch a hole through the block. If I was to upgrade the turbo+manifold , I wud probably tune it to 380hp - 420hp on pump gas with the core foundation has been properly set up.

[@JamesChurchill3]

Gaskets & chill with Ol' Gregg on Valentine's Day? You spoil us.

[@angus3963]

Love it, lofi chill beats engine rebuild, YT needs MORE of this! Nice setup too. 🤜

[@crawford323]

The shallow depth of field and selective focus worked well to keep the clutter of the background reduced. A fine mechanic and an equal videographer

[@Patrick94GSR]

hell yeah such perfect timing on this. My 2000 BP4W is blown apart down to the long block on the engine stand right now, for resealing and cleaning everything. I'm not removing the head or doing anything internal, but replacing all external seals, gaskets, o-rings, all new coolant hoses, oil pan sealing, etc. Just ordered all my parts yesterday. Can't wait to get it all back together and driving again.

[@highvisibilityraincoat]

Greg thank you for showing me that RTV can that is a life changer omg

[@bobbyjackson2564]

Cinematic masterpiece from start to finish. Giving me the motivation I needed to get going with my turbo build. Also, you really did flex on everyone with the one handed allen technique 10/10

[@1987RX7TII]

This was so calming. On one hand, I’ve done most of what you’ve shown here except for installing pistons or taking out valves and keepers. Watching you do the whole engine almost makes me want to build a long nose 1.6 I have laying around in my basement that has mild rod knock. But then I’ll need to buy all the expensive goodies and convince my wife the car needed it. Haha. Love to see it.

[@iainbagnall4825]

Dear god this is relaxing. I never knew I needed a 30 minute engine build video. Kudos for doing this with bare hands instead of gloves! That is one clean engine but still. It actually looks like you got a mani before shooting this lol. Which is the ultimate way to show your miata love.

[@brookesenfrance3852]

Fabulous way to spend a half hour.❤😎 great music, no noise or talking, just assembly❤😎

[@TheMapleDaily]

This plus your previous videos is a perfect tutorial for an engine build!

[@loganritt3805]

was so happy to watch this after unwinding from a long day, love to see it

[@Ugottabekiddi]

A real professional made that look easy. Well done!

[@Nasonix2]

So happy to get to see it happen. Couldnt of hoped for more. For those of us who have built engines before, it's time investing! Let alone video recording and editing such a slick assembly compilation. This is awesome you could probably do so much with this engine. I'm a little concerned with the crank being able to handle high boost though. In theory it should but who knows. That's the thing I don't know of anyone else that has run the level you might intend on it. Is there anyone else running upper 400's whp on them? If not I'm worried that it might be intended for natural aspirated builds (all out n/a builds) hense the cast material. Don't get me wrong cast cranks can still make 400+whp. But my thinking is it shares the same counter weight design as the forged cranks and we know that it's not favorable for high RPM's. All I *know* for sure is the M-motorsports crank is cast however the metal alloys used is supposed to be better than the OEM Miata one. The better design at the nose of the crank (will help mains). In theory I think it should be good for what you made before but I just don't know for sure I'm just worried since nobody else has committed their build to the unknown like you'd be doing. It's awesome 👍

[@ryandeweese363]

One of the best put together engine and video builds I've seen in a long time!! Very well put together, and can't wait to get started on my next engine build!! Last one was a 2008 4.7, Super smooth!!

[@MrDungante]

Looks good, I could tell how excited you are by how much you were shaking the camera at the end lol.

[@sassafraswakeboyz4121]

I love the subtitles... tells people what he is installing... great craftsmanship!!!!!!!

[@curlywurly1987]

simply beautiful, had my MX5 going on 8 years now, so far turbo'ed brakes, suspension and other little bits. been looking to rebuild and forged the engine to get to a magic 350BHP and to do it myself a cherry poppin moment and this video makes me want to do it.

[@paulkimble4548]

That short focus length on the piston tops while cycling 😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨

[@ryanrussell6922]

im an engineer now designing rotating equipment but i grew up building engines in a shop through highschool. this really made me miss my old job.

[@SimonWorlds]

Great video Greg, just one thing to be mindful of with the sump and windage tray. When ever I have put one together, I put a spread out amount of RTV on one face, nice and flat and the mating face I do a small bead of it, but I let it semi cure a bit first. The idea is, that when you screw it up, the sandwich effect is less and has a larger thickness of the RTV sealing it, it then is less prone to chunks of it being on the inside of the engine where heat and oil can see some bit break off. I had a workshop do a diesel engine build for me a few years ago when I didn't have the space or time at home to do it myself for my tow car. Sadly, they put way too much on, didn't let it cure and at 100kms, I dumped the oil (even though they said 1000kms) and I always cut the oil filters in half to have a look. I found chunks of Utra Grey permatex in my filter 😬 I kept the filter for a few thousand kms thinking I might need it 😉 Well, 500kms into my run in procedure I had both cams pop their caps and valve to piston hit. Complete engine failure obviously. Luckily they guy who was doing the work for me was incredible and I showed him the first filter photos and he took responsibility straight away. It would appear that gasket goo blocked oil gallery's into the head either seized a cam bearing which broke the cam, or not enough oil cooling and the valve guides and a valve got stuck and the piston came up and hit it, then the cam tried to push down a seized valve and couldn't move it and pushed the cam straight up out of the retaining bearing caps. It is such an easy thing to overlook with RTV, but I have always thought about it, then it ended up happening to my engine.... Lol. I have always done my own work because I think like you, when it is our own car, we take a lot of time and care to the best we can in our quest for engineering excellence 😊👍 Just thought I'd share that with you mate as I saw you put it on. It didn't look like excessive RTV though, but the squish is always something I pay attention to. I was 300kms from him and home and he immediately got me towed from the middle of nowhere at his expense, bought me a brand new OEM Nissan long block engine direct from Japan and fitted it all back into my car as a way to make things right and say sorry. Amazing customer service and things happen and it was not even him who screwed the engine together. The positive is I have a brand new engine that has now never seen EGR or a Cat, did the run in and tuned it with all my mods put back on and even has ARP stud kit, mains and rod bolts right from new, it should last me a very long time now. 350hp 3.0L diesel with 780nm on the richest fuel delivery at 30psi of boost, but I don't lay into it on that tune, EGT'S can get to 700c pretty quickly 😊.

[@harleydaun3847]

I have been waiting oh so long for this to drop thanks miata pops

[@philjones5728]

I LOVED this! Strangely very satisfying. Well done with all the editing that must've gone into this video 10/10

[@Spademonkey]

Happy to see this coming together man! Always stoked to see your builds and the directions they go! Keep it up!

[@DerekPaksa]

Watching this after playing car mechanic simulator is amazing. Although it is simplified in the game, it still gives you a sense of satisfaction. Especially when you recognize every step and part of building the engine. I hope you can assemble other engine. Good video.

[@TheCarPassionChannel]

If you enjoy that try Wrench, it's Miata based and it's detailed down to every last bolt. Super impressive game

[@HaworthJimmy]

The parts list and details you’ve provided are fantastic. So much research and planning given away to anyone on a similar journey with their Miata. Good on you ❤

[@lindkvistandreas]

This is going to be epic man!.. thank you for sharing and looking forward to see testing and tuning on this!

[@Golfr2020]

It's amazing so many moving parts needing to work under so much stress. More power, though, versus longevity.

[@roderickmacdonald2389]

That was one of the most relaxing engine builds I've seen could have this on loop!

[@shielderer945]

he looks so happy assembling this engine, i mean i would be too, im only 15 turning 16 this year and i have alot of passion for engines and cars, good work!

[@dylanthomas9777]

This was a beautiful video, from the detail of assembly to the, the camera angles, and the editing. Also an awesome educational video.

[@raphaelsanchez4797]

Great music choice and sharp videography. Very satisfying to watch. Love the one-handed Allen wrench tightening. Thanks.

[@lahbl]

I hope Permatex sponsor you, the amount of assembly lube you used is worth more than my car lmao. I use the cheapest 15w40 as assembly lube. You're probably the channel I've been subscribed to for the longest because you actually have continuous great content 👌

[@Friendsofdonr]

Driven Racing has been amazing in my engine and the br30 worked so well, engine was broke in extremely quickly and efficiently. I was pulling 27inhg within 45 miles, following the Flying Miata break-in procedure. Glad to finally get time to watch this Creighg!

[@BrandonShea-mc7nx]

You can definitely tell it's his first time doing this, thanks for the great video

[@PinChE_LoCo]

Classiest mechanic content 👌🏼 I've ever seen.

[@raventai]

Really Zen video to watch, no chat, just letting the parts and the process tell the story. Well done sir. you earned a like & subscribe from an ND owner.

[@HatTricksss]

damn, zaddy greg got some serious one handed hex wrench skills 1:08 be sure to use that technique this valentines day ❤

[@attilapuskas7090]

Was this block all clearanced already from machine shop or am I missing part of video?

[@TheCarPassionChannel]

There are many parts of building an engine that are not included in this video

[@MapexMiata]

This was so incredibly satisfying; thank you for taking all the extra time and effort to create this video! You're the man!

[@aeiffiafhyup]

i LOVE watching engine builds there isnt enough of them. i want to see a ls3 so i can learn how to

[@mazboengineer]

Wow! That engine ❤ sweet work bro 👏🏼👌🏼🤩 ..beautifully edited too, nice job.

[@00robb]

This was so satisfying to watch but the most satisfying part for me is how quickly/smoothly you use a allen key lol

[@Zoinkinator]

This was the best 30 minutes i have spend on a video. The music was so relaxing and the video was super fun and interesting to watch

[@TheCarPassionChannel]

Glad to hear it!

[@caesargonzalesforcongress166]

Built (motorcycle) engines for years. This is my zen.

[@badjoe985]

from the build to the editing, great job. I've loved it, thank you

[@BradAF]

Inspirational!! I’ve got a BP4W waiting for a rebuild, I’ll be watching this video on loop 🙏

[@thomassylvestro9041]

One of the best videos, I have ever seen. Could not stop watching... Amazing...

[@yatajoris]

Love the vibe, great build and thanks for taking us along for the journey. This thing is gonna be sick as always😍

[@handleymachine4421]

This was an extremely satisfying video. And money shot at the end! Magnificent!!! Such a purdy motor.

[@kg_canuck]

God, you make building an engine seem really easy. Thoroughly enjoyable to watch

[@ryanchampney2637]

I wish I had the knowledge to be able to do this. I know next to nothing about engines. But this is so fascinating. Thank you for posting