UNBELIEVABLE TUNING ISSUE RESOLVED! Plus we weigh the Malibu and I was SHOCKED!

[@josephnowak]

I wonder what the number is on the bad gasket. Interface makes the material and also sells the material to gasket stampers. Nitrile is used as the binder for the n-8094. A year or so ago there was a major shortage of nitrile. I wonder if the major shortages of nitrile caused someone to start stamping out a different material that wasnt meant for that application. Interface publishes the data sheets online so easily comparable if you know the number of the gasket material.

[@nelsonrogers2441]

I wonder what your valves look like

[@hemilover5315]

@@nelsonrogers2441 i was wondering what the back side of the valves and inside the ports look like after the gasket material went though it.

[@kearnsy3602]

@@hemilover5315 I had a rag go thru mine an luckily out the header with nothing bent. Lol.

[@matthewvarnam4302]

@@kearnsy3602 I had a brass nut fall through the carburetor I guess it came out of the exhaust cause it never hurt anything at all it was a Dodge with a slant 6-cylinder.

[@jeaninekorotki1835]

@@kearnsy3602 wow, u got lucky!

[@Shadow0fd3ath24]

That burnout Jeremy did that launched dirt at you the INSTANT the engine turned over had me crackin up! Jeremy for the win on that one

[@chrismathews4478]

Cheers to Uncle Bucko living his best life.

[@mkee4826]

Very informative and educational Bill. Not to mention hilarious watching Kenny and Jeremy cut loose. Great content. FJB.

[@keithbarron75]

I have a fun fact for you. The 4 door Malibu is actually the same wheelbase. I have a friend who purchased a 78 Malibu that had been wrecked in the front and bent the frame. He worked at a salvage yard and looked in the interchange manual to see what else he could find for a donor frame. And it said a 4 door was the same. Just so happens they had one. Used the frame and the front clip to get it back on the road. Love the videos . You are all doing a great job. Keep em coming. It’s my favorite thing to start my day

[@alertgasper]

i wonder if that's the same frame for the El Camino or if the pickup and station wagon share a frame with a different length?

[@keithbarron75]

I’m not sure on that one. I do know that the door from a elcamino will exchange with a 2 door Malibu.

[@Salt.Water911]

Uncle Bucko is golden, must see tv.. He’s even dragging Kenny out to participate in sketchy activities…🤣

[@BIGFESH]

Quickly has become my favorite KZbin channel as of late. Great style. 🍻 💚

[@dbagwell71]

Good thing I'm working nights. This is the highlight of it. Thank you Bill.

[@jimritter7448]

Same here buddy. I really like catching up on what’s going on in Bill’s world when I’m on break. Lol

[@BILLYBOBSTUNES]

Same here....I love taking my break between 12 midnight and about 2:00 am at work to watch Bill on "The Old Man's Garage" nightly......my favorite channel 😀😀😀👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🏁🏁🏁

[@kennytree8801]

You are a true old school mechanic, hats off to you & team God bless 🙌🙏

[@rondellperry8320]

Who would have thought that the carburetor gasket will give you all those symptoms in troubles, Can't can't wait to see how it responds with the carburetor gasket changed out in the proper intake for the setup you are running 👍🏿

[@Brooks336]

Those Team G intakes are good that's what we ran on our small block flat top 355 with camel hump heads Isky 525/525 lift hydraulic flat tapped cam & a 150 shot & ran 6.80s back in the early 90s. The nova was full interior back then & was drove to the track & back.

[@Godscountry2732]

My 2 cents Bill " a piston stop in the spark plug hole and a degree wheel is more than accurate enough to degree the factory harmonic balancer".

[@CultureCartelApparel]

Absolutely love your videos mate, it’s great how you explain what and why you do things to achieve an end goal! And then adding the general day to day antics and humour is awesome 🤙🤙🇦🇺

[@powerstrokediesel5412]

Good video- and love your channel! But take it easy on the “lawnmower” 302 lol. My 91 GT foxbody 5 speed with a stock bottom end (125k mile) 302 ran 8.0’s on motor with mph for 7.70’s. 9:1 compression, fuel injection (factory computer with a chip to eliminate rev limiter), pro Topline steel heads, Isky solid roller, cheap intake, etc. It was my version of what your building. Built the car on a budget. And that’s with the factory T5, and a 4.56 gear with completely stock suspension minus rear control arms. Car weight with me in it was a little over 3300lbs and had full interior, AC, cruise, power windows, etc. Street car that was a blast. It fits your theme of budget and simplicity and some of your viewers aren’t GM only die hards. Had to mention that as foxbody mustangs were the epitome of the drag racing renaissance back in the 80’s. Cheap, durable, and fast for the day. I get the GM love- just mentioning you have Mopar and Ford fans that are learning from your channel. Your hot rodding tricks work across the board. I have a buddy building a budget Regal with a 96 LT1/ 4l60 swap. I put him onto your channel 👍

[@frediefarmer]

👍🏽🇺🇸👍🏽great video Bill.. really appreciate your willingness to share years of experience with anyone that wants to learn.. this series on the Malibu is a very budget friendly example of what can be done if you work at it

[@rayyoung2611]

Good to see people that appreciates the stuff that I do ! God bless America and your Family!

[@jeaninekorotki1835]

Those stock gaskets might not be made for race gas. I've heard of some rubber parts being adversely affected by race gas as well.

[@matthewvarnam4302]

Yeah and alcohol will eat it up too.

[@kerrylemoine3943]

Hey Mr. Bill and everyone on the channel! Glad you found the problem, and better intake, other etc.! Now it's gonna be the one you're looking for in track time. Have a great one 👍

[@jerrellkull5347]

A fox body mustang has the springs on the lower control arms of the rear differential, a g body, the springs are on the differential housing, big difference in forward bite. Take care Bill.

[@Adhdroamer]

I can see that go kart ending up in trash pile if it keeps driving on your lawn 😂😂😂😂. This is definitely a highly valuable series your doing with so much great information can't wait to see what's next

[@OldGrumpsGarage]

Get off my lawn! Damn kids!

[@ytwhite5930]

Wow,first time I've ever seen anything like that carb. gasket...It pays to become vigilant and note every single change to your cars AS YOU MAKE THEM! Bill was fortunate in this case and solved his problem,I wonder how many other people are having the same issue and not having a clue...Remember: note every little change kids!

[@chevys10garage60]

Great show as always Because of you and your KZbin channel Going to get my S10 out of storage 3 years ago I lost interest in working on it And I put it in storage Because of you and your family I'm picking it up on Saturday and working on it Thank you In God Bless.

[@robertkeime4907]

Great job finding your problem

[@tylersterling9578]

Oh ya I’m so excited for the future of this channel bill!!! And I’m excited to see the progress on that beautiful Malibu. Have a blessed week sir.

[@Dirtnap300]

I have really enjoied the entire build on the Malibu. I say thanks for documenting the process and effort that goes into building a 11 sec car... You are almost there.. but are you ever?

[@polarischevy05]

G Body 2 doors, 4 doors and Wagons all have the same wheelbase. I love the Malibu keep up these awesome videos!!!

[@jasonpotter6592]

WOW that is crazy about the gasket, cant say I have seen anything like this. Good find , sometimes you have to go back to basic troubleshooting to find the issue. Thought for a minute you was gonna say there was an ignition issue that was causing the issue on the Malibu.

[@UnityMotorSportsGarage]

Ok..that's a first for me too! I've used the old style gaskets... Glad I seen this

[@juiced71]

Lotto great info ! Team G wow I remember using that back in the 80’s ordered through the mail and did a C.O.D lol

[@OwnbyBoyProductions]

Win Bill speaks on racing it blows my mind , from the minute he starts you know that you're listening to a legend that knows what and how it's all about and that's something that takes time and a lot of years to do but some people catch on faster than others so I shut up and listen.!! Correct me if I'm wrong plus I didnt know what FJB ment but after I sit and gave it my all it made my day I cant even began to tell ya 😂😂

[@randynewman3864]

I’d be curious on what those combustion chambers look like with all that gasket crud on those plugs.. keep up the great work, love watching the progress of that Malibu.

[@BigMikesGarage]

I really like Jeremy's 2500. Always loved those trucks. Getting hard to find that aren't rusted out or beat all to crap.

[@jeffvanhorn69]

Great work on the content Bill. That intake will light that small block up for sure. With the weight of the car and what you're trying to do with it, you may want to put a taller gear in it, like a 4.10 or 4.44, 4.56? It might like the upper side of the rpm range better with a single pane and spray. I had the same intake on my old 355 Camaro and had the same issues when it shifted. Ended up with 4.56 gear and 28's, it was like I added another 100 shot. 😁

[@glenbrannon7224]

You are correct, I've used the Wiand because of the wide RPM range of it. I'm running a Super Victor now and was thinking about getting another Wiand my self.

[@lorenmeyer5290]

Always enjoy watching and listening!

[@steveashworth6707]

This has been a great video Bill and a good learning experience!. I think I have a similar problem with engine in my 67 truck and I think it's the carburetor gasket I've never felt good about it!, so it's time to check it out!. Most importantly what you are doing should help a lot of people wanting to get started in drag racing!. Great job!.

[@bobtucker8875]

Enjoyed your video tonight, an the kids video as well. Keep them coming, you all are by far my favorite. 😎

[@scottburrow8717]

So glad you found what was going on with the Malibu. Can’t wait to see it run again. Love that car.

[@steelmill888]

I took so much weight out of my 79 I had to order 4 springs to lower it.Between the bumper absorbers steel bumpers radiator support inner fender wells carpet back seat installed fiberglass hood trunk lid bumpers ect..You would be surprised at how heavy that stuff is.

[@rodimels65]

I had good luck with Soupy's Carb base gaskets. Nice and thick double sided with the metal center.

[@blakebateson3037]

You inspire me to stay focused and dedicated to what I may be doing thanks for the amazing content

[@artgregory]

Kenny and Uncle Bucko, 2 peas in a pod 😂😂! Glad you found the issue with the Malibu, looking forward to the upgrades and next day at the track!

[@michaeldixon9847]

Nice find!! Something to keep in mind for future reference!

[@OwnbyBoyProductions]

Told you to get some rest bud 😁 I can't help not to love ya brother ,kickin ass and takin names just make sure you take some time for Bill ,we love the videos but love and respect you more ,never the less thanks once again hotrod 💯

[@boskinner9328]

Well I must say like always the content is great this is probably the only Channel that I can't just listen to I have to watch everything because the scenery and everything that goes on is so enjoyable

[@reneescouch9035]

Awesome video man! Uncle bucko has made the channel even funnier than it already was!

[@kevin_nagle]

PERSEVERANCE! That is the key to figuring out and fixing issues. With these cars you can count on always running into some kind of issue that will require you to work through some kind of diagnostic approach. Eventually you will develop a method that works for you, but at the end of the day no matter what approach you take, you must stick with it.. work hard.. be diligent & in the end you will find yourself back at the track & doing what we all love most 🤘🏼

[@glenbrannon7224]

I think I have the same problem, my plugs look just like that and I've been doing the same thing. Think I will check my gasket! Thanks for the tip !

[@notperfectgarage4595]

Your welcome on the 8.8 info 😀 Also pick up 1 air bag for the right rear spring Rear seat cross brace aswell as a front frame support brace. All legal Braces came stock on the 82-86 grang prix. Will improve your 60' Helps the car leave straight

[@brandaneakright6082]

Killer video Bill, loving the Malibu content. Keep up the good work.

[@gtnoslp]

Good Vlog! Would have been great to see/read the Malibu plugs after the carb base gasket was replaced with a known "good" one.

[@edstig]

Love the show doing a great job Bill

[@jeffperrault8340]

Bill keeps saying things like "it's just a twelve second car"...Bill,alot of people out there don't know just how quick a 12second street car really is,they've seen fast and furious too many times,and we are in the best American muscle car era ever so public perception is blown.

[@MrTheoojamess]

My starting goal is to make my old pickup run into the 9's (9.99 is fine with me) .... cause ya know, gotta be faster than them furious guys!

[@billymanilli]

Seriously! When I used to go to the street races in the late 90's that was pretty much all everyone had, AND it was a LOT of fun!! If ya came with a 10 -11 second car, you were beating pretty much everything there. ...and anything faster raced at the track or came just to watch and hang out.. Just my humble opinion, but, I feel like the "fast" cars that are racing these no-prep/street events are really askin for trouble, running the way they do.

[@Mr-er6fg]

Back in the early 70's we spent 3 years getting a full boat 396 57 Bel Air to break into 12.95. 3 years. It ain't easy. And that's pretty quick for a HEAVY car. Would love to help do that again!

[@mikemontgomery7337]

Love the direction you are taking your channel. !!!! Keep up the great work!!!!

[@ronaldhellengreen7063]

Hey Bill the G body is really turning out to be a really cool build! Watch it's going to be as popular as Tommy's Falcon , and Billy's S10. I have been a fan of G bodies for a long time. I really like yours. The cowl hood looks killer. 👌

[@johnmchugh9152]

I had the same manifold on my 69 Chevell with a 427-L88 and man it made a big difference. i was going to get rid of the car because I could not get it to run . than my math teacher gave me a manifold and carb , after that it was the quickest car I ever owned. thanks for the videos brings back good times

[@Ada-zn3pw]

Love the channel Bill. Very inspiring. Thank you

[@perrywalton9609]

Thanks bill I'm having the same problem I'm glad to see this video it really helped me out be blessed

[@rgarciatrash2treasure892]

Thank you for these amazing video. Please keep them coming.

[@bernardpowell1425]

Good morning big Billy that is a good diagnosis of the carburetor problem but also look at how the gaskets swelled up and block the passages off meaning your air bleeds weren't getting a proper signal that's also part of the problem I think

[@joecameron3406]

That Malibu is gonna be wicked. It's amazing that a little bit can add up to so much. Hopefully see ya'll at dragway 42

[@borogers9677]

Some of the G body stuff will cross over to S-10 stuff also. Great video.

[@mygarden365]

Old Man, Your knowledge on these carb,and racing experience,will lead,other racers that listen,and gain experience,to success,in their endeavors.This has been,a very informative lesson. Thank You!

[@pauldhiman8369]

Thanks Big Bill 🙂

[@1563smb]

Omg you and Jeremy crack me up. 🤣😜.. on a serious note watching your videos is helping me tune my car I also have a 79 Malibu. My car is not near as nice as yours but it's still fun at the track.

[@DonCatherman]

And yet again.... another great episode Bill...and the old man's garage gang,,👍👍😎

[@andrecousar2427]

Thanks Bill. Start it racing my 02 mustang learning doing test and tune at quaker city. But listen to your channel. Just makes my itch to race in bracket or index. So much more.

[@mikerequa820]

Glad you got it figured out I've been in a pinch back in the 70s made gasket out of corn flakes box did better than that it's crazy but I always tried to keep Mr gasket parts around when I needed them bought most of my stuff from stinger Sam's anyway never know anymore every one seems like has to mess with everything that's been fine for year's. I had a 80 Olds cutlass with stock hp 305 quad headers 411 posi with built 350 turbo I street raced very seldom got beat wish I still had it today was a lot of fun. But my 68 chevelle ss 427 4 gear 488s posi was the one hard to beat. Never had the money to have a real competitive race car but most of guy's I raced didn't either lol but we had a blast. Thanks for sharing love watchin ya'll. Uncle bucko got you good I knew he was gonna do that but still bout pissed myself laughin.

[@gregoryskelton9270]

thanks for another informative video! you better stop burning that candle at both ends the turd barrels looked wore out laying on the couch!😆

[@frankietie]

OMG you´re so great on what you do Mr Bill

[@chads-adventures]

I ran the 11.50 class at 42 Saturday. Down side was they all had transbrakes on a pro tree. It was very difficult to complete on a foot brake.

[@jerrya2801]

I had the same intake velocity problem with a Victor Jr. SBC until I put a 1 inch spacer under the carb. That cured all the problems.

[@santaclaus7313]

Great info Bill thanks

[@robloose3360]

What your doing is great bill your helping out a lot of people thank you

[@rickamick8405]

I ran a 355 similar set up to yours and I ran the old original Edelbrock Torker on it. Ran great for me. Even when I had to slow the car down for my quarter mile bracket with a stock Rochester 2 bbl. I turned it up to 6500.

[@scottburrow8717]

Angus Dung!!! Lol. That was great. He really does look like Angus.

[@donreinholz8121]

Haha what are you doing Angus? June Pup is a good navigator. Angus Dung! That death cart looks like a blast! Some people's kids! Lol Good catch on the carburetor gasket. Hopefully the new intake will make a difference.

[@fastvsix]

Awesome video as always! I got a 87 Regal I'm racing at Cincy Street Nights in True Street but also getting my 86 Cutlass going for my 16 year old son to race the 13.00 index class there. It runs mid 13's at them moment with a basic sbc and a 2.2x rear gear. We aren't too far off. Your videos are great motivators. Would love to attend an index racing class if you decide to do that. Love the gbodies.

[@jerrynead7680]

I had a very similar issue with my car. I run a 351W and was using a Victor Jr. but the engine was setup to pull to 6500rpm. I swapped to a Torker intake and it was like a completely different enigne. The low end torque gain was incredible and still pulled very hard to the 6500rpm. Looking forward to getting it to the track to see just how much I gained.

[@dupont4sure]

another awesome video mr.bill! keep them coming please...thank you

[@automotiveaddiction428]

I was gonna say carb gasket getting air but your on it..I have had that problem with my mustang when I put the 3 inch high-rise extension on.i put different studs in to keep carb tight.and I don't use the block on the street.

[@j.d.6404]

I can't help to say but this is my favorite Channel. I am from Tennessee we love your family

[@LIFEWITHBOOGIEJ]

Old Man I'd like to say Thank you and your kids for everything you guys do. From the beginning on the streets and at the track to now there's no difference in you or Jr or Tommy I'm from Xenia so Kill-Kare is my home track and my uncle Chad owns the horse fram right there on the corner of Wakins and Refuge rd Big white house. Anyways my point is since I frist meet you guys back in 2018 or end of 2017. You've always been a family that I've work so hard to try and create in my own way. I always look forward to your guy's video's because I know I'm learning a life lesson one way or another. So Thank you for being a role model for me and so so so many others. God Bless you and everyone around you

[@dondotterer24]

Thanks for the video and thanks for helping everybody out I think that's a very good choice On a end takemanifold you could do some trickery to it but it takes way too much time I'd put as space for us if you can

[@USN_Ret-]

Jegs has pool going, how many hits will the rear end take.

[@kmc468]

Seeing what happened to your gasket I think I'm going to check my own out and freshen them up glad you found out what it was !

[@safetydave8770]

Great video. That’s a lot of good information, even if I can’t afford a single bit of it. But there are plenty that can and that’s what makes it cool for you to be doing it.

[@chriswilson9248]

You can afford it . thiings like racing and competition have always pushed americans to do better and make more money so they can be competitive

[@mattmabus9406]

I had the same problem with an S10 with a 383sbc with the carb gasket swelling and coming apart. My dad claimed it had something to do with the race gas.

[@bdd1469]

I know you want to spray it but with flat top pistons 110 octane is likely killing performance , unless it has REALLY small chambers. I'll bet it would pick up 3/10's on motor with a performer rpm intake and 93 octane fuel.

[@jamesburton281]

Thank u I’ve been fighting the same issue on my Malibu with the same carb gasket took off the inline filter off an was full of gunk an took carb apart also full of gunk thanks sir it’s been driving me crazy for weeks now

[@KeepGrindingGarage]

I learn something every time I watch your Channel Bill I guess it is true we're not to old to learn anything..that is so crazy about the carburetor gasket I would've never thought to even look at that..great content Brother

[@dannymartin6640]

Way to go bill being thorough in your builds and that is a very hard thing to teach people because most people aren't I'm glad that you figured it out now going to have to find out why the gasket company changed its method with their gasket when it seems like they already had a good product

[@cfmechanic]

Glad malibu is closer to being lined out. Please make a video using a piston stop to verify TDC and get timing pointer to be correct. It would be a great learning vid for all of us younger guys and I'm sure we all would love to watch. This way we know what timing your combo actually has.

[@johnwilliamson467]

Using shielded wire for the control can also help. Filter the power for the control unit . The shield of the source ( plug wire ) is a fine first step .

[@outfitsgarage88]

Very good information Bill.

[@lakeshoreelectric]

So close to 100K SUBS! keep up the great content and you will cruise past 100K very soon. Congrats!

[@Argemirel]

Love your videos they're so insightful. Who would have ever guessed that the gasket was the reason your spark plugs were so black and had the engine running like it did. Thank you for sharing that with us! I also think it's a good idea to start out in bracket racing to learn good technic to get into drag racing.

[@stevestauff2220]

Glad you are doing a install video on the controller thanks

[@georgelooney8153]

You know I was thinking the same as you was on the fuel filter and after you said you have changed the jets then it got worse. Then I thought of a crack or a gasket and sure enough it was the gasket. Im glad you found that and I hope to see better numbers for you now. Can't wait to see the next video from you sir and wish you luck and be safe.

[@gibhamracing37]

I live 40 minutes south of Lucas oil raceway in brownsburg indiana. I'm currently building a car to index race next year.. I'm extremely interested in learning everything i can learn about index racing. Looking forward to videos to come