V8 into Corvair the hard way ep8

[@hectormedina6705]

This guy is skilled beyond belief. True engineer

[@phooesnax]

Nope. I work with many and none….hear me…..none come close!

[@chuckwhitson654]

Awesome fabricator and cool projects. I really dig the bug

[@pete540Z]

@@phooesnax - agreed. I'm an engineer and do all of my own work on my cars and house. ALL of it.. Most engineers I've worked with are useless around tools.

[@hotchihuahua1546]

To combine both engineering with fabrication and machining skills understanding it has to be serviceable , this guy is on another level ! The nice thing is he is a teacher & sharing his knowledge.

[@docthompson5344]

@@hotchihuahua1546 True-dat

[@mikebell9166]

The fire gate story sounds real... every welder( boilermaker, ironworker, pipefitter, etc.) I've ever known has tried to inadvertently burn down something. I watch this channel because I love the fabrication and planning. But the stories run a close second, because they sound .... right.

[@johnjunge6989]

As a retired master mechanic,I wish major vehicle manufacturers would watch these, to see how to allow access to bolts and ease of support replacement or repairs!! Harrah!!!

[@ronaldrey8474]

I think engineers do it on purpose and takes special tools so you can't at home. Ya know

[@vaughanlancellas495]

Don't mean to blaspheme, but when the good Lord said come and get your crazy engineering, welding and fabrication skills you were definitely first in the line. Brilliant work and the videos are very good too. Keep posting please

[@michaelf8302]

I don't know how NASA Lives without you.. Your amazing

[@weirdprojects607]

I want to know why 4 people gave John’s amazing craftsmanship a thumbs down. Unbelievable!

[@JoeyWebber955]

Those people are just haters ,,,,, you are not doing a good job unless you have a few of those .

[@craighearn747]

What a nice complement Todd. You are absolutely, Spot on.

[@darrenswails]

@@JoeyWebber955 not haters, just jealous

[@zachreaves7497]

I grew up in that small town. Wish we would have met, you're an amazing fabricator.

[@dannymccarty344]

Man, you got crazy fabrication skills. I have "OCD" tendencies too! YOUR VIDEOS ARE GOOD FOR MY SOUL, lol.

[@gvet47]

What a nice clean installation and the mountings look like a piece of art. Well they should be using those old drafting templates!🤣 I still have those 65 years later.

[@jimworley1048]

John I have to tell you each day I check KZbin to see if your new video came out, I don’t even wait for the notification bell. Great video I love the humor, thanks for the education and entertainment. You are number one.And yes it does need a turbo, 300 hp isn’t enough.

[@JohnReynolds661]

Thanks, I stumbled onto this format and even though I'm not a comedian, a little levitivity helps with such a dry subject as fabrication.

[@darrenswails]

Yeah turbo, plus the original vent holes would be a good spot for intercoolers

[@ejharrop1416]

Thank you and you are a master builder. The workmanship is off the charts. Looking forward to seeing the finished car but thoroughly enjoy every step of the journey, no rush. Cheers and peace out.....

[@NJDronesincorporated]

She’s coming along nicely. Can’t wait to see the finished product. You are a highly skilled fabricator. Awesome work 👍🏼

[@richardmathews8250]

You sir an engineer and an artist, I bow down to the Master.

[@bigleague6723]

That story about your fire safety lesson was scary. I learned in a scary fashion also. But one thing about it, ill never make that mistake again. Beautiful work John. Thanks for putting these videos out, the quiet fabrication is almost therapeutic to watch. 😁 Be safe Sir!

[@lawrencetrapani5623]

I enjoy watching a craftsman at work! Taking the time necessary to not only accomplish a major performance conversion to an Automobile and at the same time having a one if a kind build that lasts and is worthy of the time Spent! Great Job and a Nice Nice Toy! Vroom Vroom

[@20020x]

Absolutely Amazed!!! Watching you fabricate is inspiring, and makes me wish I had far more machine tools.

[@cldan9152]

Awesome work and craftsman ship on the fly

[@gravely1000]

I am diggin the trick with the screwdriver to hold the metal on the drill press about 8:35 . Good stuff!

[@dpwaaw]

I loved the medley of machinery noise blended together......

[@jeffcarder3545]

Hi John I also wanted to say what a great job your doing on the Corvair ,, LS--, bug,, Subaru -- and the rock crawler race car Excellent work on all Thank you Jeff Carder ✌️😎

[@michealfigueroa6325]

Not only skillful but very witty...made for an entertaing Sunday morning Thank you

[@simpleman2004]

Love seeing the work being performed, it gives some of us hackers good Ideas.

[@angrycorvair]

Thank you for the bracket design/fab process tutorial. Ep. 8 is the first one I’ve seen. Going back to watch 1 thru 7 tonight.

[@300zxvh45]

A well set up workshop with the right gear, a little bit of material and plenty of talent & thinking equals great fab.... wish your episodes were longer

[@classicstangbrn8964]

Now imagine not having welding skills, or all the fancy machine tools and having to do the same thing, welcome to my world, much harder, but I'm trying to remedy that, looks great by the way.

[@ZIPCORD]

My wife says if I'm going to turn out like you (Intro) I have to stop working on cars. And she didn't even see the part about nearly burning the town down! Seriously though you do what many of us dream of doing - but don't. So when you are working I imagine it's me..., until the wife walks in and asks who that nut is. And then the dream is no more. :-(

[@JohnReynolds661]

Ha, funny!

[@peterhatch1583]

Im building c4 corvette suspension frame to take a 1969 squarebody v.w ! Your videos have helped me immensely thks and the other G.T 6 project

[@mikewatson4967]

Gotta tell you you give the guys I’ve at Project Binky a run for the money on Brackets! A awesome display of welding and fabrication.

[@mccanlessdesign]

Came in from my shop just now to watch - yum!

[@patrickfitzwater5511]

Amazing. And I enjoy hearing stories, "Stories of Woe". Or lets just call them motivational experience stories. I do like seeing your longer videos too. Always learn from experience.

[@koolkar55]

Amazing fabrication skills. Absolutely loving this build. Billy J...... Queensland, Australia.

[@peaceeagle1618]

John has the coolest and funniest car show on the ytube!!

[@57torg]

Glad you survived the fire lesson. The Corvair is coming along magnificently.

[@chrisrichards1339]

Mad skills. Respect.

[@slipperyjk]

Big fan of your work JR! Kinda wish the vids were a little longer. Very entertaining

[@felixlafuente9714]

It is really nice to see and learn how things MUST be done. Congratulations on your unbeliable work!

[@neilforbes1082]

Your fabrication skills are amazing throw in a little goofy humour very entertaining

[@tetrakite]

Extremely impressive work ! Congratulations !

[@cubbysrig]

I chuckled to myself while watching this upload. Not at your methods, but at the ideas I had in my backyard shade tree mechanic mind. From my perspective, you’ve engineered the crap out of that whole rear end assembly, almost to the point of over-engineering it. Does it look good? Yes! Will it perform well? Only time will tell. Could I ever duplicate it? Not on my best day! I hold licenses for 18-wheelers, planes, even trains and heavy equipment ! I feel like a failure. (Sigh) Don’t take this the wrong way, but you make me want to be a better man. Great job, nice work, etc. I’m gonna go burn down my own garage, now.

[@brawlins6]

John: You are a very talented fabricator. I enjoy your videos.

[@rickzmustang]

Fabrications are on point man. Great job

[@joell439]

John, another top-notch episode. I've watched this 3 times already in the hopes to snag the numerous fab tips here. Starting with the clever transfer screw..... it's got a point on it to make the center punch mark..... but how to install? Easy! Just offset the screwdriver slot with a zipwheel. Brilliant! This is just such a simple example of ones mind can solve problems. Also appreciate the bracket fab tips .... a to b then c to b and tape together. Cant wait for the next episode. All the best to you..... 👍👍😎👍👍

[@kz6fittycent]

That palm router is awesome!

[@chuckwhitson654]

Thanks again for bringing us along.

[@theperl9663]

Well, I didn't think I was going to be able to wait one more day, EP 8 came just in time, thanks John!

[@markwilson9196]

Love the pneumatic chamfer tool, I just purchased a few for out shop. Awesome fabrication skills!

[@AdventuresWithMe00]

this channel deserves 10x the subscribers...true gem

[@ErwinWernerTeichmann]

Beautiful welding and engineering. Thank you for sharing.

[@blueeyz2046]

Carona and I LOVE your videos! Keep up the hard work! Very thereputic!

[@jimmyfleetwood1118]

I've seen two Corvair engine changes of worth---a V12 Jag conversion (also in a 2nd gen; featured in print back in the pre digital age), which I saw being assembled; and this as of yet, unfinished 2nd gen. Two different schools of thought, but both clearly well thought out. Well done there John.

[@corvettejohn4507]

John, your fab skills are insane buddy. Outstanding work!

[@JoeyWebber955]

I love watching someone come up with an idea to build something and actually builds it . I have been on one project for about 4 years ,,,,, might be a LS4/4T80E in store for my next one . Just not near as much fab work as you are doing .

[@designandbuild3953]

You are hilarious and build stuff I enjoy! I'm fully subscribed John Reynolds.

[@ronnieleslie143]

You have come a long way. Are you planning on kitting this swap? This would be the best for both worlds. With front wheel drive, in a rear wheel set up. That's a lot of engineering. Thanks for the new life in a Corvair.. These Corvairs were my fathers favorite vehicle. All kinds, it didn't matter what mode. ( I Love You Dad ). Thank You. Ronnie.

[@kirkharrell7726]

Really enjoying this project.

[@michaelhelle7469]

Amazing fab skills 👌 impressive build. Looking forward to the final reveal

[@Wh33ls]

Here for the B-roll trolling, life lessons and ALL the yaw!

[@TundraMan]

You sir, are an artist.

[@johnnywooten7199]

Very nice professional looking work that's going to be a cool corvair.

[@haroldmillsap3845]

Nice work John....

[@b-lopez394]

John, Excellent work!!! You fabricated the engine mounts brackets incorrectly though. You suppose to use those angle iron!!! LOL!!! Those brackets are made way better than factory built brackets. Just wondering if you designed it that you can remove the engine even with the exhaust headers attached. This is an example of a true Made in USA parts built by Master Craftsman the old fashion way. I like to see a cancelled wheelie bar. You ought to patent a Metric transfer punch set like the one you made. Looking forward for the next episode. Thanks for sharing. Be safe.

[@keepyourbilsteins]

Look forward to your "Bulletproofing the GM 4TXX" transmission series! But seriously, very tidy and economical work.

[@donaldalbershardt6854]

YUP..All that INERTIA JACKING FORCE Stuff is one Problem I'm still Working on after being a Mechanic for 55 years ✌✌🇺🇸

[@kentmckean6795]

For the hack you pretend to be, you do awesome work!

[@billwynne3569]

JOHNS SKILLS I BELIEVE COULD RESULT IN A CITROEN 2V BEING FASTER THAN A TESLA PLAID BUILD!! MY CAREER SPANS MISSILE SYSTEMS OF THE US ARMY, 😀😀😀HE COULD HAVE HELPED US.

[@craigporter6693]

Love your Stuff John... Thank you.

[@johnglab1204]

beautiful welding.

[@1-Popeye]

John is just a mega cool guy

[@romanpapierz5066]

I must admit, you must have built many racing frames with you skill level. I only built a Kelmark V-8 66 corvair but it's kindergarden stuff compared to an LS build

[@freeidaho-videos]

Great project! Good progress. I take it from the introduction, that the commenters are making you crazy. Here is the game I play. I click on each know-it-all commenter's screen name and go to their channel. It is always good for a laugh. I wouldn't hire these people to sweep the shop. The corollary here is that the less talented and experienced they are, the more they think they are right about something or other. To paraphrase: "Those that can, do. Those that can't, type comments on the internet."

[@JohnReynolds661]

Yeah, I’m just having fun with this other troll character. It’s meant to add a little levity because fabrication is such a dry subject.

[@elebeu]

I knew you weren't going to weld that transmission mount without access to the bolt behind. Extra points for disguising the access hole as one of three lightening holes.

[@JohnReynolds661]

You caught that I see.

[@suebushey6891]

john you got to put out more videos we all want to know how the Corvair project is moving along

[@maker-matt]

Very nice work. Much respect.

[@scottiencali]

Great build as usual.. Yaw? oh no.. is an airplane in the works next?? Oh and dont feel bad.. amateur "gardeners" have started multiple fires in the open space here with welders fixing open space gates and fences and even roofers throwing hot roof material over the side into a dry hill. Just dont do what i did.. go boating and forget to put the plug back in. :)

[@theflyingfool]

Hehe, much less seasick this time John. Nice to see all the parts magically appearing :D

[@JohnReynolds661]

I tried a chest cam but it's much more involved and needs to be re-aimed all the time. The head cam is a lot more convenient.

[@theflyingfool]

@@JohnReynolds661 thanks for giving it a try anyway. As long as you don't move your head too rapidly it's fine.

[@JohnReynolds661]

@@theflyingfool I’ll try not to move around much. Trying to get a balance between filming and actual work. Thanks for the input.

[@theflyingfool]

@@JohnReynolds661 Thanks for doing the work!! :D

[@danilorainone406]

when finished go for a banzai r ride on the santa ana fwy,waving hi to the OCHP

[@johnnym1320]

Haha I think you've been in the shop alone too long John, looks great!

[@tillmanxl6914]

John, it is going to have a hole lot of Hell "Ya" Brother, that is definitely not a worry. Are you actually getting negative comments?🤔 I just appreciate that you are sharing your knowledge with us. Thank you. 😊 P.S.I'm glad you didn't make the evening news with the Head line, Irresponsible Car Builder Burns Down Neighborhood. 😎👍🏻

[@williamwagaman9538]

Very nice work sir

[@toddkuykendall6030]

John always amazes me with his fab skills !!!

[@jeffstringer5040]

All of what I learn here I'll definitely take with me. (most impressive)

[@albegt98]

this is very incredible job man ;-)

[@jimworley1048]

Hey John, just checking in haven’t seen a video for a while. Hope everything is OK. Looking forward to the next video.

[@JohnReynolds661]

Waiting for parts. There is definitely a supply chain problem that trickles down.

[@Thewarhorse47]

Not sure about yaw but it’s definitely going to have plenty of YEE HAW!!

[@phooesnax]

Great work!

[@blackbuttecruizr]

Sweet work

[@rollinwithunclepete824]

So... no oil change with the John Reynold's Super Tool? I'm sure I can go another 45,000 miles without an oil change in the old buggy. Oh, that thing you're working on in the video seems to be coming along nicely. Looking forward to Ep9!

[@johnbridgestone9633]

Very cool work brother, your very detailed everything looks great !!

[@crazyoilfieldmechanic3195]

You should invest in a generator dedicated for your water well and have it wired in so tripping a single lever disconnects from the grid and connects to the generator. Especially if the power goes out that often. What is the torque limit of that transmission and the axles your using ? Enjoyed the vid, thanks for making it.

[@JohnReynolds661]

I usually turn off well and transfer pump when on the geny because they both have hard starts. The trans is basically a 4L80 in a transverse configuration which is like for a one ton truck. Axles are good for 1,200 hp.

[@ericwilkes238]

This man is amazing

[@SuperViper83]

Ow men... This is fuc..ing awesome job!

[@relaxinmaxin7246]

The weight distribution should be excellent. It looks like the engine/transaxle position is farther back than the old style V8 conversion.

[@Thewarhorse47]

Btw, I’m glad you don’t have a computer controlled plasma cutting table. I like to watch how you MAKE parts.

[@frankschwartz7405]

Yes, that is "the hard way". The right way is to get a nosecone/bellhousing that allows you to put a SBC directly onto the Corvair transaxle, which is virtually identical internally to the 4-speed used in GM's bigger cars.This was available when they were still in production.

[@JohnReynolds661]

If the diff is beefed up with 4 spider gears and a bigger main shaft, a LM Corvair transaxle can handle about 300 lbs of torque if driven nicely. I will be north of 600. The trans portion was used for V8s but the third member is smaller and weaker in the Corvair. You can't flip the trans or ring gear to run mid-engine. Crown did their conversion by mounting the engine to the opposite end of the trans so the ring gear still spins the same direction. But this was with the (relatively) anemic SBC from decades ago. Also, I don't want a manual or a traditional North/South engine layout which is what you get with a Corvair transaxle. I looked on Frank Schwartz You Tube page. Wasn't surprised to see it blank.

[@frankschwartz7405]

@@JohnReynolds661 Well, you did say "the hard way". The reason the ring gear didn't need to be flipped, is because the Tempest used the same transaxles as Corvair, bur with a front mounted V8 and an engine RPM "driveshaft" (like a Porsche 928). This opened the door for the mid-engine SBC bellhousing. BTW I didn't "read an article" I remember that setup from when it was current.

[@welndmn]

What happened to the angle iron mounts? Do you need more? I have an old bed frame I can drop off.

[@lchebuhar9212]

Awesome video. Project is coming along nicely. Question - what brand of welding helmet do you wear, and would you recommend it? 💪👍🏼

[@JohnReynolds661]

Speedglass. I believe they have the best optics in the industry. But they are also expensive.

[@budmangt2]

The Mad Scientist at work.

[@n6mz]

After 8 episodes (and "I live in the desert" clue) I've decided that Mr Reynolds is a mechanical engineer at Lockheed Skunk Works and started there at age 3 fabricating titanium parts for the SR-71.

[@mahatmastriker646]

Love it!

[@paulballard4243]

Lol you’re awesome dude I’m gonna start calling you McGyver