Use the Mill YOU HAVE! Manual Machining Horizontal Holes with a Vertical Mill! Brand Racing Engines

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[@CharlesM-hq6cv]

This is part of blueprinting an engine, whatever the charges/cost to have this done is worth every penny….I doubt on the mass machining of these blocks back in the day they don’t all need some going over? Soooo well done Gerald..

[@derrickflynn6433]

Thanks for posting this. If you'll indulge me for a bit, here's a brief history on that LB system: it was designed and first manufactured by Garry Sansom of Nash Machine in Toronto Canada. He also designed the the Goodson Fast-cut bowl cut system. We built 3 line bore prototypes before we released the system that you now have. Tragically when we first began to work on the line bore project, Garry was diagnosed with ALS. We continued to develop the system as his mobility and health declined. No longer able to operate machinery, Garry eventually sold his patented design to Ray and Matt at RMC. Garry was genius at taking a complex problem and coming up with a simple solution. Back in the mid 90's, we had a booth at the Indianapolis PRI show where we showcased this system for the first time. Smokey Yunick came by the booth a few times looking over the system. After a few times by, Smokey asked Garry if this was his design to which he replied yes it was. They talked a few more times during the show but I'll always remember the sense of accomplishment and validation Garry felt when Smokey told him that his design was exceptional having simplified what is arguably one of the most complex procedure in engine machining that usually requires very large expensive machinery with cumbersome and time consuming setups. This LB system solves those issues very nicely. Smokey's acknowledgment went a long way to inspire Garry to keep fighting for every ounce of his independence and contribute to the automotive machine tool industry. Unfortunately Garry passed away in July 2020, nearly 30 years after being diagnosed with ALS. He was an inspiration to anyone that ever had the chance to work with him. I'm grateful for Ray and Matt and the team at RMC for recognizing Garry's vision and continuing to offer innovative solutions to the automotive machine tool industry.

[@James_Hunt77]

Being a machining major in High School and competing in machining competitions. I have always appreciated the amount of work involved in properly setting up a job. Most don't realize the easiest part is cutting the material. 99% of the work is in setup, and the setup is where the job succeeds or fails. Thanks for the insight.

[@efrainromero4024]

This men is a Real machinist, not a CNC nerd operator. Old school Rocks Mr Brand, GOD BLESS YOU

[@RW-kd4gx]

So cool. Real engine craftsmanship uses manual machines . Great job

[@kennyh5083]

Been a machinist all my life and this guy is truly amazing!

[@BrandRacingEngines]

Thanks

[@allenlane5018]

Just love the how in-depth you go with the tech

[@BenjySparky]

Gerald and Ruby y'all rock! Love the channel and content! Thanks Jackie! Peace

[@robwigglezz944]

Thanks for showing this fixture. Now I know I have an option if I ever needed to do this at work without a dedicated line bore.

[@Timbo428CJ]

That's a pretty slick setup Gerald, and when ur done it's all true as well! Cool video !!

[@cuttnhorse2013]

Outstanding job! Always love watching you demonstrate your skill and knowledge! Ronnie East Tennessee

[@LouiseSmith-cm8kw]

Another great video thanks

[@brianstephanierobertson357]

So nice of you to show some secrets that not many people know what it takes to do machine work. Keep up the good work

[@mikemaccracken3112]

Thanks for the video Gerald.

[@MrVelocity111]

Thx Gerald always wondered how line bore was actually done , u are very talented sir, thx To you and J&J

[@jondahl3173]

Glad your back!

[@efrainromero4024]

I love you're videos so keep going my friend because we are learning a lot, thanks and GOD BLESS YOU ALL and Ruby.

[@jeffreyworthington7558]

Excellent Video. Great Tech.

[@Hogiewan1]

The FB marketplace 383 build my local guy is doing described a similar setup for mine due to spun 5/6 main. Sounds like a lot for a $200 TP engine, but he was confident it would be a runner, and I think it might be one of the last ones he builds. Thank Mr. Brand

[@jasonblack8639]

Great videos Mr Brand!

[@apollorobb]

That is a pretty slick Boring bar . Someone put a bunch of thought into it. Nice work Gerald

[@walkingbible947]

Great video. New sub and I'm currently in school for Auto Tech. I'm 6 months in with 6 to go. I have found that I'm in my element when working on engines and transmissions. Looking forward to binge watching some more videos. Have already watched a few.

[@robwigglezz944]

Very cool. Autos in highschool got me into machining which led to my career as a machinist wishing I could build engines haha

[@edsmachine93]

Nice Line Bore fixture Gerald. I have seen them, never seen it in operation. Thanks for sharing the process. Nice work. Take care, Ed.

[@BrandRacingEngines]

Thanks Ed kept up the work

[@MrWill73]

Another great video Gerald👍👍👍

[@atiurrehmanshaikh6293]

Iam definitely your fan Only one word to describe your work SIMPLY FANTABULOUS

[@atiurrehmanshaikh6293]

That's very humble of u to respond to my appreciation. I really found ur ID measuring devise cool I myself do lots of lineboring work and it's definitely something simple and yet precise. I have quari kindly tell me why do U have air supply at both end of the bushings

[@boltonky]

I aspire to do machining on this level if i ever get there, I dream having money to pay my friend to do it all...whoever said dreams were free lol. Great work and its the basics on how to setup properly that shows a true machinist :)

[@db7069]

Thanks for this

[@AussieBoss-rj8mf]

That's wicked! I work for an engine recon shop, I will have to try and talk my boss into something similar. Will be hard to justify in the small market we have in Perth Australia but one less thing to sublet.

[@JMRAUTOMOTIVE]

Much love from Guam/ Washington state 🤙🏾🇬🇺🇺🇸🍻

[@WaynesWorldGarage]

I like the hole you put in your ceiling for the top of the mill!

[@BrandRacingEngines]

You do what you have to do when you by equipment for your LOL

[@BrandRacingEngines]

Do what you have to do to make things work LOL

[@DJ-yp4kc]

Very Nice..

[@michaelshay5594]

Nice 👍

[@grntitan1]

Indicated in just like a 4 jaw chuck. I like it.

[@BrandRacingEngines]

Thanks

[@bendaves77]

Can't wait to see Jackie with her engine in Caddy Jack rather than Chiefs small block especially after seeing how great of a job you did getting his put back together and the passes they've been making

[@freddiemoralez1536]

🎉🎉 NPK FRONT RUNNER DAMIAN. THANKS MR BRAND MACHINING MAN & I THINK IT IS ALSO MBE BIG 9 HEADS & INTAKE 🎉🎉INTAKE 😊😮😮

[@jimmattingly4234]

Lot nicer than my old kw

[@davidmcnerney3048]

I was watching some old SO405 shows in the shop while i was working and noticed Shane Mc sporting some Brand Racing engines valve covers. Thought it was cool considering his little PC'd Small Block won that massive Cash Days when Jerry Bird got arrested.

[@thedr309]

love your videos!!! have fun with it, got a question for you, couple actually, first on a weekend you decide you want to go watch some racing, what kind of racing you gonna be watchin?? second if your not in your shop what do you do for fun? keep going love the details you provide and watching ruby!

[@BrandRacingEngines]

Going to NPK in tulsa. working in the shop is fun

[@clarkmcmahan1595]

Love it Gerald who makes the fixture that's a nice setup

[@BrandRacingEngines]

RMC

[@RhettJH]

yeah buddy

[@matthewuhrich6439]

You ever have to modify solid roller lifter for proper rocker arm oiling? May be a good video idea. We usually have to do that on Aluminum blocks to prevent pushrod tip failure.

[@BrandRacingEngines]

I have modification that i do to the blocks depending on the brand of lifter and block.

[@chrnc]

RightOn

[@ronmedenwaldt]

You make this task look like a walk in the park! 🤷😂😅. Well besides the plunger part. Dadgumit! 😁. Ruby's like the only metal clanging noises I hear is this food dish. 😤 😅. It's Tuesday so you know what that means? Eerrrr uuuhhh nvmnd. Was 405 when I went to type this.

[@BrandRacingEngines]

You have to have bloopers LOL

[@michaelwynne4346]

I'm guessing Damon was trying to make it to the Break to change the Rod's, i sure hope it wasn't so bad that you need a new Block, everyone is rooting for Damon too win.

[@BrandRacingEngines]

Yes I will do a video on it

[@yattaran1484]

Thank you for posting !. What you have measuring was to set the position of the shaft in correct location ?.🤔

[@BrandRacingEngines]

The indicator on the shaft was to center the bar The mag. indicator to set the tool.

[@yattaran1484]

​@@BrandRacingEngines Thank you for your kind explanation ! 🙏

[@Ron_Masterjohn]

❤❤🐕🐕❤️❤️

[@H3110NU]

Thanks for the video! Would having a horizontal mill speed up setup time efficiency? What I’ve learned from your videos is machining is 95% setup, 4% cutting and 1% feeding Ruby when it’s demanded.

[@robwigglezz944]

Probably all depends on what you're more familiar with. Potato tomato ya know

[@BrandRacingEngines]

Other than installing a 90 head no.

[@stevenbelue5496]

So You have to move the cutter up the bar to the next set of holes that correspond to the next main bore, being limited by bar travel? And it uses the mills x-axis for auto feed

[@BrandRacingEngines]

Yes Thanks

[@markhenke6043]

Please show us more work you do with your Bridgeport mill. Do you do any lifter bore work with it?

[@BrandRacingEngines]

Yes lifter bores , Cam bores

[@markhenke6043]

Would like to see the fixturing and tooling you use, would make a great video.

[@markhenke6043]

For lifter bore work that is.

[@1crazypj]

The 'guided' T-gauge was different, first time I've seen one of those.

[@lyleguinn6947]

Just curious, what is the brand of the fixturing and tooling you are using?

[@BrandRacingEngines]

RMC

[@frankwoodward1231]

Is that the RMC portable line bore set up?? If not would you mind sharing who does make it?? I have the sunnen line bore set up with my line hone but this looks like a good upgrade. Thanks in advance.

[@BrandRacingEngines]

Yes RMC works good

[@frankwoodward1231]

@@BrandRacingEngines Thank You for the reply!

[@frankwoodward1231]

@@BrandRacingEngines One more question and I'll leave you alone! Does this have thrust cutting ability??

[@BrandRacingEngines]

@@frankwoodward1231 Yes you can.

[@hockmedcamelfucker7470]

Another Nifty video, thanks gHerald

[@michaelwynne4346]

Gerald is the guy building the Hemi Slayer for Damon Merchant.

[@douglasenzor48]

Great engine but weight is the deciding factor...if they let him run this weight all season he'll finish top 5 and next year he'll get a 100lbs others will lose a few and he'll mid pack at best..I like Damon & Mr brand but facts are facts

[@BrandRacingEngines]

We're still working on the combination , a left on the table LOL

[@BrandRacingEngines]

@@douglasenzor48 We are working ion next year motor now LOL

[@JB-de5cp]

@@douglasenzor48 d

[@jtg2737]

What's turning it? It would be nice to see the contraption that is spinning this cutting bar, please?

[@BrandRacingEngines]

90 deg head on mill

[@par4par72]

The indicator stylus, to get proper 1x1 reading, must be 45 deg or less from parallel of indicated surface.

[@dbeelee8564]

I believe he's checking true position which uses only one line. Stylus angle is typically specified from the manufacturer. Stylus length is also a factor in accurate measurement between lines.

[@par4par72]

Right. Stylus length is a factor because it changes the incriminate graduation on the dial. There is actually a formula for conversions.

[@jackwillson8099]

Sure your can do it that way , or a big lathe 80 "Z bed length, put the block on the Carriage with custom jig machine mandrel do the same thing but way heavy duty then a mill machine

[@tenthousanddays2103]

Have you done cam tunnels with that ?

[@BrandRacingEngines]

Yes

[@doggfriendly]

Anybody have an idea why dart leaves .003" or more to cut out of a new block? Why not get it within honing size from the get go ?

[@jondahl3173]

I would suppose it's left for the end user/machinist to make it how they want it. I'd assume (risky) that you would check/set every dimension how you need it. If I build X motor, I may want bearing crush different than you, block deck height, etc. Devil's in the details.

[@Catheysoutdoors2949]

Can you run 6 inch rods in a 350 block with a stock 350 crank??

[@BrandRacingEngines]

Yes

[@Catheysoutdoors2949]

@@BrandRacingEngines so what would that make it cubic inch wide or would it be like at the stroke? Thank you

[@BrandRacingEngines]

Changing the rod doesn't change to cubic inches

[@jimthomas1989]

I got Two small block Chevy 4 bolt mains that need rebuilt , I want to build them myself and NO crate engines for me , Machine shops are closing like Block Buster video and Sears stores .

[@BrandRacingEngines]

small shop are going away

[@sauladams6194]

Where is the link for the shirts?

[@BrandRacingEngines]

You can get them at Midwest street cars

[@ToreDL87]

Got so tired of all the CNC nerd videos a few years ago, I much prefer stuff like this, CEE, Blondihacks (who's really good at setting big stuff up in hobby lathe's & mill's) etc.

[@BrandRacingEngines]

The small shop is going to go away because everyone think you have to have a cnc to do the work.

[@ToreDL87]

@@BrandRacingEngines Yeah it's sad, you're left with guys running around figuring out feedrates, when they could be pushing out specialized projects (which is any machinists dream). I actually can't think of a single thing I need a CNC for, all that money spent on CNC conversion is better spent on improvements to the mill itself, and more tooling, and LEARNING, something which you've obviously done a great deal of. Subscribing.

[@markhenke6043]

Once a machinist goes cnc, they never go back to hand cranks, but I don’t know how you would apply that to automotive machining. Anyway, both ways are all about setup and tooling. You still have to set cutters, take measurements. You just don’t need to turn hand cranks, and your repeatability is as good as your machine tool. I have done both. I can do way more work in a shorter time on a cnc. Then again I’m not an automotive machinist and not sure how a cnc would apply to this type of machining