We finally bought a Barra! But what to do with it? - Day Job Episode 1

[@BroomysGarage]

You know what? This will decimate all, after, you put about 2k in it. If you have to, overnight parts from Gumtree.

[@slicktop2jz855]

Stop being lazy and enjoying christmas and upload more mate 👍3 weeks between vids

[@solomonthadon]

The legendary 2K Barra 😂

[@MrReef90]

Thats classic

[@MotiveVideo]

😂😂😂So weve heard many times

[@linchester8464]

overnight from gumtree lmao

[@kiloeone]

Andrew absolutely loving all the videos you have posted throughout the year thanks bud

[@Legotruck82]

14.9sec for a car that costs $3200 and has 250k km on it is pretty amazing tbh.

[@MotiveVideo]

Glad someone else sees the bright side!

[@lukesm5747]

250k kms is nothing. My Na FG xr6 went 14.94 with 420k kms admitedly I do have the ZF.

[@jpdp3339]

I was expecting something to break...

[@SparesboxAuto]

Yeehaw! Stoked to be a part of this new series, and even more stoked to see what you do to this 'uniquely' coloured Falcon! :')

[@James-dx9ho]

Sponsor them to do burnouts on a public road...ok

[@chubbs2484]

@@James-dx9ho where's the public road?

[@wildyzf]

I haven’t bought anything off you guys since this comment FYI.

[@91ludesit]

The worst part of this is, now I have to wait a week to see episode 2.

[@brendanj1124]

3.5" exhaust, standard turbo rear housing-- weld a wastegate to it for better boost control or just go flapper mod for more boost,... bigger injectors,.... atomic valve springs... and atomic oil pump gears if you wanna drifties and rpm bounce a bit.. hardlines.. an then get it retuned.. easy 250rwkw.. the 4 speeds are known to break loose after 250rwkw tho so have to consider that.. T56/TR6060~ mantic/CI twin plate clutch, for 3-400rwkw upwards with above engine mods

[@brendanj1124]

depending on tune. 250-300rwkw is the roof though unless you have a really good tuner as everything else from Engine back need attention when your reaching those figures an want aggressive power delivery

[@fo82rd12]

With those comments at the end I wouldn't be surprised if the barra gets swapped into another chassis.

[@HazeyAuto]

I see it’s optioned with the popular “Circus Tent” headlining... I’m gonna enjoy these cheap thrills episodes- hanging out for the next one!

[@marcuscoster6529]

Paint could use a wash and polish but I like the color! Could be biased though, I own 2 yellow cars...

[@bunky8077]

Well it's a Ba, just hope Uncle Rodney doesn't come knocking! The BTR auto sucks too, the BF from 06/06 build date has the strong rods and with the ZF 6 speed is a much better car

[@ashcosmo3854]

Stock rods and box are good for around 300kw.

[@cameronrussell9362]

You don't get a BF for $3,500!

[@keevasmybitch]

@@cameronrussell9362 Can't find a BA for $3,500 either!

[@danielveldman4690]

@@keevasmybitch agreed

[@GlitchBob]

I brought a Ford falcon ba xr6, over the 5 years I brought all new parts. Couldn’t be more happier to own one. Unfortunately I’ve taken it off the road and keeping it in storage for years to come

[@attesaawdlife8115]

Nice one mate. You haven't lived till you've bent 5 BA rods at once :)

[@rabidsminions2079]

Try using Flashlube injection cleaner. I swear by this stuff for my Bf falcon. Runs great after a few tanks with Flashlube.

[@mitchjames9350]

Can you do a video of putting a Barra into a import particularly a Skyline or a 180 SX.

[@Fletch889]

Id say there's some sort of issue with it. These cars usually run a mid to low 14 stock. Id say its got a boost leak or a lazy wastegate actuator and you're not getting the massive 6psi of factory boost haha

[@MotiveVideo]

probably. maybe. have to wait and find out as it unfolds

[@azza9575]

Btr auto with the world's tallest first gear

[@markatkinson2699]

Iirc my old btr in a ba did about 90kph in first, absolutely stupid ratios

[@danielveldman4690]

@@markatkinson2699 120 lol

[@leftyspinn]

Get some fpv brakes for it. Chump change compared to what you spent on the gtr brakes.

[@RobPsi747]

Who needs a oil change when you can just top it up lol

[@rheser]

You know what they say Andrew, if you cant beat them, join them😜🤛‼

[@pheonixfps9248]

anything above 14.3s for a stock one, the vehicle has problems. Owned half a dozen of these and worked on hundreds of them, Never seen times that bad unless they're broken.

[@MotiveVideo]

Its not "broken" just slow. why? well find out soon enough

[@pheonixfps9248]

@@MotiveVideo broken was probably the wrong word, worn would have been better. Either or something is failing to do its job right. Tyres is pretty evident to start with. Wouldn't be surprised if the rear housing is cracked near the waste gate too at those kms.

[@brendenperusco4525]

Just bought a bf turbo as a present to myself for getting off my p's. Had a na model earlier on and I must say it is a little underwhelming. Not as quick as I would have imagined. I do however love the look and love a lot of things about it. Now starting to do some performance mods hoping to make it more exciting to drive

[@stevecvntniko8271]

I just bought one too as a project car and they're slugs in stock form but a down pipe plus mid muffler delete, intake, valve springs upgrade, fuel pump and injectors you should get over 300kw after a tune. I'm aiming for 350kw for now and then later I want over 500kw

[@braev818]

Sick, love your build series!

[@jrifda1]

Looking forward to seeing what you guys do with it

[@mynameis657]

If you car leaks enough oil it's just getting a constant rolling oil change

[@mgiblonski4318]

Try owning a TD42 Nissan Patrol. Mine gets a complete rolling oil change every month.....these things seem to leak from every imaginable orifice!

[@mynameis657]

@@mgiblonski4318 that's pretty bad. By R34 at one point leaked about 500ml every hour of driving. It didn't stay like that very long thankfully

[@jamespaye9737]

This is the best way to start the new year

[@MonoPedB]

We have to wait +/- 10 more years before we can get these new(ish) Falcons in the US, so yeah, I'm diggin' this series...

[@krispykruzer]

Beats me why you want the Falcons, Barra engine yes, but a 3 ton anchor???

[@caffeinejunky9355]

Not missing anything they’re shit boxes

[@offtap6]

@@caffeinejunky9355 That's how you know you bought a good car in Australia, anything with rust or is a shitbox interior equals you got a Reliable machine

[@nocrustracing]

Grubs laugh sets me off, good stuff boys.

[@marcushargrave856]

I'm 20, In April of 2020, I brought my first ba xr6t, gearbox lost reverse paid 3k for it, over all great car, in July of 2020, I brought my second xr6t, 05 bf mk2 zf 6 speed car, bad hail damge stat ride off, paid $1200 both cars came out of canberra act, the bf turned into a parts car, an the ba is my project car, both with around 270,000ks loved the both of them bf is no more, But im still kicking myself at the fact I paid $4200 for 2 xr6 turbos in the middle of covid an what not

[@9002alex]

Good to see you’ve finally got a sponsor Andrew, albeit sparesbox. Hope it goes well for you!

[@Mr_jz_12]

with the prices they charge, they can afford to sponsor people.

[@getspooled1233]

only taken 15 years

[@kseriesdan9722]

Wasn't going to watch as not interested in falcons. But had time to kill and thought I'd watch it. Love your dog. Glad I watched just for that. I have male and female amstaffs

[@linchester8464]

you guys should rope in Tuning Fork from Haltech to help this project. anything Barra, Tuning Fork knows it all

[@KiranPatel-fk1pg]

So it's gonna become some sort of metal frame race cart thing?

[@stevesteven7650]

great show im looking forward to the rest of them

[@TankedMush]

Wait until these guys do some suspension and open up that airflow...

[@michaelng8882]

I wonder what you're going to put the barra in.

[@il_calabresi8672]

13.30-13.50 time frame pretty much summed it all up with this car.. and he was be polite bout it to....

[@billgates3452]

2021 is looking better already!

[@BjornFSE]

lol that ending, happy new year and year after and year after the year after and the ones after those

[@CleetusDaily]

Paused at 3:00 I bet it’s the sensors at back of the head

[@charlie2king]

Finally a Barra video 👌

[@brendo7363]

Oh shit, we've got an RB40 here

[@hendrahendra]

Andrew the internet told me you can do 10s with only 2k. 😂

[@craigdavies69]

10s for 500 bucks, 8s for 2k 👌mint haha

[@KingatowCrew]

i hate the whole barra love it drives me crazy ..maybe you can change my mind ...but i still feel needs 2 more clylinders

[@IanL1]

Those squeeze packs of diff oil are the fucking best!

[@alexxbru]

This vs Adams LZ’s Barra Boss Mustang

[@theimprovementsguy8871]

YESSSSS this is exciting.... love it. Buy a nugget old mcm style

[@eakamoosewilliams8747]

Love it.....can't waitvfor the follow up video

[@samc784]

Where is Smify to have his input on the next mods to get 300rwkw?

[@dilsher12]

That's good value for the performance. Is that about the going price for these ?

[@MotiveVideo]

This one was dirt cheap for a running car

[@liddz434]

All hail the mighty barra🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@timobrien6916]

Grubby is such a Legend!!

[@georgef1176]

I wish you at least got the Ute version

[@MotiveVideo]

why?

[@YesNoMaybeIDntKnwDoU]

To whip it! Soon you're gonna be at Summernats with this bogan mobile 🤣👍

[@g220shaun]

I think the heat soaking burnout didnt help..

[@MotiveVideo]

was more fun though

[@grecoconduris6716]

So what’s it going into? 🤔 And I wonder if any chance of making it sound good?

[@ryantilley-general.shenanigans]

You can't, they never sound good sadly.

[@liongaming7899]

8:50 reminded me to check mine😂

[@tonxbezzina7015]

You summed up the falcon perfectly, there is or was nothing good about them.

[@marklowe7431]

Still amazes me how people think it's 'amazing' that a 4L when using a turbo makes power.

[@MotiveVideo]

Even a 3.8L ecotek V6 makes power with a turbo on it

[@Shamunto13]

Beat cams au??

[@brianjewell4139]

Wow talk about a long time coming. This would be a nice "replacement" for a Project BUDGET Supercar Killer so to speak. Everyone has seen the limits of the stock RB26 and 2JZ, maybe show how quickly/fast you can go on the big 4.0 with minimal parts/money outlay. Or just go billet.

[@mattandfam9880]

Nice turbo taxi. At least its better than a Au

[@jacksonbermingham2168]

didnt even gap the burnt out plugs

[@MarkNorman_NXTLVL]

Can you do an OM606 Turbo next :) unleash the diesel 2JZ powerrrr... :)

[@bvward]

isn't there a guy in Oz named Ben Neal that knows something about Barra's? I heard he was in New Jersey a few years back...

[@MotiveVideo]

He is a close mate of ours

[@bvward]

@@MotiveVideo I was just funning you ;) I've enjoyed Ben's Cresta (plus the Mustang) with Barra power. Would love to put one in a Volvo 940.

[@mg74xbgt]

I'm having Visions of Streetmachines toxic Avenger....... Sigh......I suppose you are entitled to revenge after they put a Barra in an R32 :)

[@craigfiles7067]

The best looking life form in this vid is the dog

[@FORDLYFAOTEAROA]

The burnout was redeeming

[@jessemiller1761]

Rb swap the falcon mate and use the barra for something else 👌🤙

[@MitchTube]

Interesting Andrew doesn’t like the seating position. I always thought it was just me. Ergonomics feel awful in falcons.

[@MotiveVideo]

i think every journalist over 5ft said it but Ford just refused to change it for some reason

[@mgt5996]

What happened to GTR R33

[@MotiveVideo]

nothing. we have multiple project cars

[@microattempts]

Hell yeah, Loyalty road skids!

[@vintagetractorsaustralia]

I’m assuming they are gonna cut away all the bad bits and put the engine in something cool.

[@mattg9364]

I wish we could get these in the uk!

[@MotorsportMonkey]

Just been looking, 10-12k GBP for a ratty one with 150-250k on the clock all in, Imported and Registered in the UK

[@caffeinejunky9355]

Waste of money

[@sic33rthanyou86]

Yup ya hit the nail on the head when you explained the car at the end.. good motor that’s about it... But I don’t understand one thing. These cars have been out for years and years, and it’s only now people are banging on about these engines

[@badstimpy]

Lost some weight there bro ? Good job and Happy New Year

[@nismofreak33]

cat delete, dose pipe, exhaust, flapper mod, piss the factory boost cut off.... then wait for the, btr, tailshaft and rear axles to explode

[@ashcosmo3854]

This car has 250k on it and those parts are fine. I can guarantee most cars nowadays wouldn't see those kilometres without a major spanner.

[@nismofreak33]

@@ashcosmo3854true, but. axles break with excessive power, more specifically in manual models, more of a joke tbh. tail shaft unis die and the donuts die all the time as well. a btr with 250k and questionable service history, considering the engine oil was basically sludge, i doubt its doing too well. an oil change will probably kill the box. ba was the worst model of turbo falcon, even an n/a fg will walk one, stock vs stock.

[@ashcosmo3854]

@@nismofreak33 I'm sorry but if a car has 250k on the clock and a bad service history and still runs the drag with no issues thats a pretty solid reliability check in my book. The tailshaft in the BA's are stronger than the FG's. My BA has 270kw at the wheels and is as smooth as butter. The ZF has its fair share of milkshakes too. Its about how you treat it and service it more than anything. If you run 350kw and do 4th gear pulls then yeah you'll probably run into issues. My BA with mods cost me 20k.. has 60000km on the clock, an FG with those mods and kilometres would see $35k. Id say I've gotten pretty good value for money

[@kobusengelbrecht5839]

I wanna see more 👌what's going to happen to it

[@GTS300Coupe]

Love these videos mates! Any chance we could see a Kia Stinger track build?

[@Mr_jz_12]

Im sure there is someone bored enough on the internet that knows no better that'd build one.

[@MafiaboysWorld]

@@Mr_jz_12 Maybe if I won lotto or powerball. 🤷

[@danielfeil8232]

Noted 👍

[@Mr_jz_12]

@@MafiaboysWorld That being said I've always had a mad scientist idea of a boosted boys style wago just with a tercel if i won tattslotto :P

[@MafiaboysWorld]

@@Mr_jz_12 Oh hell yes. 7A block, black top 20V head, GTX3076, that would be an evil, responsive beast. 😎👍

[@dylandesmond]

Just put 4.11:1 ford territory diff gears and wavetrac or truetrac lsd in it. Don't bother touching anything else.

[@rc70ys]

Picked up a bargain mate for $3250 now 2022 I’m finding 💩 for $10k plus !!!

[@lukecollins7965]

Great car...love it.

[@danielchurch4151]

You had to get the car decontaminated because it came from Melbourne? But you are in Sydney yeah?

[@MotiveVideo]

Its a joke. Melbourne was in lockdown when we bought it

[@brettwarren3429]

And you got the worst barra turbo combo possible 😂

[@MotiveVideo]

cheapest

[@brettwarren3429]

@@MotiveVideo more referring to the fact it has the twig rods and 4 speed sludgeomatic. Still, damn good price for it

[@chubbs2484]

Shit my guess was a 14.5, was pretty close

[@lucasvernon171]

About time woohooo

[@leighdaley7087]

Should definitely do a 1998 charade (1.5ltr)

[@zayneriess634]

Worlds best car is an AU falcon and one of the best motors is the Barra

[@thisisg7648]

3 years later this car in this condition now sells,for 15k

[@jackgath5960]

Legit I have the same but ute xr6t

[@jakegolden1362]

Everyone be hating in these comments. Leave the bloke alone. If you don’t like what he says or what he does then don’t watch the video 🤦

[@MotiveVideo]

that type of logic isnt welcome on most of the internet 😂😂

[@bradpittman5075]

You should definitely coyote swap that xr6. Gen 3 long block. Hehehe.

[@ohcamsrazor1966]

Diff ratio change.

[@2theCore777]

15 sec...Must be some other issues ! 👍

[@charlesrobinson5287]

🤔This is going to be a fast car😏

[@mrnicktoyou]

Your co-host looks like David from Hagerty (that channel that rebuilds old engines). Maybe just a little.

[@Rory-ef2hq]

Davin?

[@mrnicktoyou]

@@Rory-ef2hq yep, that's his name.

[@anthonywhelan8373]

Good luck 😂

[@Osmocote]

Who TF is Daniel Feil??

[@elitecol69]

Last time I was this early Seinfeld Elaine was hot and sex spec was a thing and Andrew didn't look pregnant with a double chin.

[@joshdobson2737]

Not a Ford fan......still think it's a crime we didn't get these in the states!

[@MafiaboysWorld]

Well, you guys over there didn't give us the Ecoboost V6 in return, so fair's fair. 😁👍

[@seanedwards1838]

This is a sick video, hope there regular and not spaced out once a month

[@MotiveVideo]

Weekly. We've actually already shot 12 episodes worth of Day Job.

[@seanedwards1838]

@@MotiveVideo really? So good awesome job

[@MotiveVideo]

@@seanedwards1838 Yes. Really. 4 different cars, 3-4 episodes of each and a Round 2 for the XR6

[@seanedwards1838]

@@MotiveVideo killing it, keep up the great work lads

[@lancecooper4646]

.....probably should've scanned it first before anything else.....

[@Brock_Landers]

I'm hoping to see this car come out with bigger brakes, coilover suspension, different wheels and stickier tires, exhaust/intake/more boost/remap, oh and fix the seat. This is one of my favorite cars made down unda.