LS Engine Rebuild (Pistons Rods & Timing Chain) Ls1 Ls4 2006 SS Monte Carlo 5.3 Part 5
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It took me most of the day to watch this video today. My dog Beans died this morning. So it's been hard to get back in the groove. Everyone with pets go and give them some extra hugs and treats today, that would be awesome as a remembrance for my Beans.
Sorry to hear that , it's hard when they pass but he's in doggy heaven with lots of bones.
just sending you some love and a like. I'm sorry for your loss. My "Beanie" went back in 2014, but there's not a day I don't think about him.
@@uhhlexxxis thank you so much, I am so sorry your Beanie went to heaven as well.
Sorry for your loss. Some advice from a friend helped me when my cat of 22 years passed. While it won't fill the gap left by your missing companion, getting a new pet can help ease the pain. It worked for me. I now have two rescue kitties, sisters, strange and unique, sometimes frustrating but always endearing. Maybe it could help you too.
I’m so sorry for your loss. I lost my dog earlier this year and I can understand exactly how you feel. Sending prayers for you and your family
It's amazing how placing the pistons in place looks boring. What most people forget is how important it is to pay attention to detail, so no mistakes are done. Also, the bolts that keep the connecting rods in place are subjected to incredible pressure. It's mind blowing. Great video, Ray. And the sound is on point. Don't worry, we love to hear everything.
Agreed ... what amazes me is how close everything lines up and yet it moves so smoothly ... its like magic ..
@@startrek133 Imagine the forces a top fuel dragster's connecting rods take in a run. That's some pretty tough aluminum.
@@richb.4374 Those rods are steel. Or maybe titanium, I don't know. Don't even look like connecting rods, just a big block of metal, with hole on top and bottom.
Hey Ray I hope to see the rest of the build and when you first fire it up luv watching your videos keep them coming please
Am a huge fan and watch regularly. Always enjoy engine rebuilds. Did a partial rebuild on my first car, 150 years ago when I was 15. Was a 62 Studebaker with a straight six. Put rings, rod bearings and new head on it in the street in front of my house. Winter came and when I got my drivers license, drove it for the first time. Ten blocks from my house the engine seized! Had a junk yard engine installed and called it a day. My career path led to commercial industrial HVAC including Water Chillers and Steam Boilers. Always wanted to rebuild a engine (properly) but never have. Fascinating to watch you and imagine all the mistakes that I made
so many years ago and surmise why it failed!! Thanks for a GREAT Channel!!!
150 years ago?wow you old dude!
Anyhow when I did a rebuild I would put vacuum hose around each stud on c,rods I didn't have to worrie about hitting the crank with a stud
@@perrylane3254Lmao. 150 years ago was 1874. The first car was a Mercedes, and it wasn’t made until 1885. He must’ve been working on his train 🚂 steam engine in 1874.
Nice work Ray. I had seen people complaining about not speeding through the piston install. They need to understand that most people learn by repetition. Going slow provides a ton more education than showing it once then skipping the rest.
I was getting my youtube certification to be a mechanic. Watching you here I now have a contacted an actual mechanic to pull and rebuild my 351W. Love watching you work
Had a 351W in my '69 Cougar back in the day -- I assume yours is not quite that old? 😄
@@craigcraigster4999 nope 92 Bronco..
At the 351 Windsor engine plant (1973) the block would come by vertically and the pistons were tapped in with one tap (punched in). I think a guy did 2 opposing and put the rod caps on. My job was to put on two cap nuts,torque them 2 at a time ,while putting the other 2 nuts on, then torquing those two. I forget how many engines per minute were done.
Was the '73 351W the same as the version I had in my '69 Cougar back in the day (yeah, I too am old 😄)?
@@craigcraigster4999 yes sir
Good to c you back! I missed your videos. Hope everything its well with you and family! Happy belated father's day!
Okay, who came down to have a look at the keyboard warriors telling Ray how he was doing it all wrong and he was going to destroy the engine....etc? I can pretty well guarantee that MOST, if not ALL of those screaming REE at their screens will never have done anything like this and more than likely don't even OWN a car. *Soft smile* Ray, I LOVE watching you at work because you're precise and diligent.
I've had to freshen up engines the way Ray is doing in this video years ago due to lack of funds, time and access to a machine shop. Right or wrong, I was always able to get them running good again even though I was forced to do things the "wrong" way. As nice as being able to fully machine everything and do a "textbook" rebuild is, we all aren't rolling in money or have unlimited time to get our vehicles running.
I've done the same run 4 seasons sold it as a running stock car
I filled in the blanks on an engine that had been overhauled and no it's not my og engine,
As a completely amateur mechanic I have done 5 engines. #1 was a 1961 Falcon. #5 was a Ford Explorer. OOHH I love that new ring compressor! Great Work, Ray!
My go to assembly lube is Schaffers Moly EP. The machine shop I work at is a Schaffer distributor and it's the only oil we've used for 30 years! It's good stuff!
Rain can be a peaceful thing. No need for noise cancelation today. You sound fine.
He is Rainman after all...
Roger that! 😂
Lauren is sweet, hope she doesn't melt in the rain
Building an engine by hand is a work of art...
Not the way he’s doing it. It’s more like finger painting.
A work of Ray.
Well, he's restricted as to what the customer wants, but paying attention to detail is important.
It's amazing the subtle little differences have been made to engines over the years.
The LS engines are completely different than the old small block Chevrolet of the 70's and 80's.
Most engines aren’t built by hand anymore, because machines are better at tedium.
@@russianrick8403they can't see or feel if anything goes wrong 😢
Should have replaced/upgraded the barbell/dogbone to an aluminum one like the sac city corvette one for $30.00 while you were there. The oil galley oil diverter Barbell in your Gen III & IV LS based engine is something that is overlooked. And yet it serves a very important mission of directing oil to the oil filter. If oil leaks past the Barbell, it will go unfiltered directly to the Cam Bearing, Lifters, Crank and Rod Bearings. The factory Barbell is approximately .020” smaller than the oil gallery, so particles as big as 250 microns can leak past the factory Barbell. Your oil filter will filter out approximately 25 Microns depending on the brand of filter. As the original inventor of the Aluminum Precision fit Barbell, we are always striving to make improvements. Our latest 4.0 update has, as with our previous versions, we use 7075 Aluminum unlike our competitors that are using 6061. Our 4.0 Barbell has a wider sealing area on the front of it, eliminating the need for an unreliable Oring. During our prototyping we tried an Oring on the front and when installing it, the Oring was getting sliced and chipped on the sharp internal oil ports and left Oring remnants that could have gotten in the lifters and bearings. That’s probably why GM didn’t put an Oring on the factory Barbell. Our Precision Billet Barbell fits with approximately .001” clearance which might only let 20-25 Microns pass by, that is the same or less than the oil filter. Another important part is the shaft of the Barbell. The oil must flow around it to get through to the oil port. Our latest design 4.0 Barbell has a 30% smaller shaft plus a more tapered design for much less flow restriction. We have also added a 1/4-20 threaded hole in the end of our Barbell for easy removal. Just screw a 1/4-20 bolt in and pull the barbell out. No more digging and prying to get the factory one out.
Better engine protection from much less and smaller particles bypassing, smaller less restrictive shaft for better oil flow, replaceable High Temperature Viton O ring and for ease of service a threaded 1/4-20 hole. Why would you ever put the plastic factory Barbell back in your expensive Gen III & IV LS engine and let unfiltered oil in? Our Precision LS Billet Barbell 4.0 Stops Unfiltered Oil & Increases Flow!
I forgot to change mine so it’s sitting in my parts cannon bin. I sent an email if Ray wanted it but, I must have been too late.
There are factory style al units which aren't double sealed to allow the oil filter bypass to work if a ding dong doesn't change their oil like they should, then the other is double sealed for those who actually maintain their vehicles correctly.
@@shadowopsairman1583 The most popular double o-ring barbell is the improved racing one with viton o-ring at each end. The big problem is cutting the inner o-ring and having oil bypass or part of the o-ring come off and flow through the engine. Even with a borescope from the other end, by removing the galley plug, it's going to be hard to check to see if that's happened. The cheap chinese brands don't even use viton o-rings and will disintergrate rather quickly over time.
@MikeOscar-px9xy Perhaps send one to Ray gratis for his long-term future assessment? 😉
I love the way the crank freely turns over with everything torqued down. Very therapeutic to watch.
That one bit of carbon build-up on the first piston that Ray installed is driving me nuts! Clean it off!!!!😵💫
He got it Ajuted with the adjuster tool….🙃
Yer go and clean it youself. He's waitn fr yer.
I think that the audio is great. The "shop sound" don't bother me one bit. I am disabled and It makes me feel as though you are talking/teaching me in person. And I like that feeling, It makes me feel less isolated than I am. Thank you for making me feel less lonely every time I watch your videos.
I enjoy the background noise. It's like being in the shop/garage/shed on a rainy day.
Rainman had rain man. 🌧
If as part of the torquing procedure the final step includes a degrees step, you are doing a torque to yield step, and the bolts are stretching, and need to be replaced unless you can accurately measure the full set of dimensions for the bolts to confirm they have not exceeded a MFG specification. rod and main bolts/studs should be the place you dont skimp on this.
I was going to say the same thing. Once you apply degrees to a torqued fastener, you’re now stretching it for clamping force. At this point, new hardware is HIGHLY recommended. If I were a shop owner, I’d be sure to CYA if the customer says not to replace a torque to yield fastener. Just my opinion I guess.
You can number the rods and end caps then they’ll never get mixed up. 😉
Always.
Yelp, always
Yes I always have too. Did he put the evens on the odd side & visa versa. I saw a 3 on the :rod left front on the table @7:42 🤔🤔
@@petermurphy3354 🤷😉😂🤣 I don’t think it’ll make that much difference in a street engine now a top fuel it’ll let the smoke out. 😉
@@petermurphy3354 Boeing hiring mechanics like him.
Great to see an engine being rebuilt by hand can't wait for the starting of the engine 👏
Glad to see you are back Ray hope you enjoyed your time off.... I'm an old shade tree mechanic and I'm enjoying watching the LS4 rebuild..... knowing my way around a wrench has fed my family many times...
I like the rain, I also like to see you using Two Cycle oil on the pistons and rings. I lubes well and burns away cleany.
Never thought of that. I am rebuilding a 5.7 vortec right now. I always used a bit of assembly lube.
My son is doing one too 😂
all good and yess could hear the time clock ray.
Pretty slick ring compressor...I like it !!!
Welcome back my man hope you had fun.
For some reason, watching the assembly is relaxing. Great video Ray. Can't wait for the reinstallation, and start up.
Sounds like you're next to a waterfall, but it's therapeutic. We can hear you just fine. Audio is just right!
Don't let the CZcams engineers distract you. You're doing it right.
Also just forget noise canceling exist, because The rain is very calming, especially while waiting at a weigh station for the DOT.
Reminds me of that app " Calm"
(Very relaxing)
38th! Hope all is welll on this summer Monday morning Ray,Lauren,and Dave. Roger in Pierre South Dakota
sometimes I open CZcams just to see if you uploaded a new video, you're a legend man
I knew you were secretly a member of the Mandalorian clan. "This is the way." This is the way, indeed.
Just discovered your videos, great love them, please don't lose your honesty.
I am loving this rebuild, can't wait for the next one 😊😊
Rain was therapeutic, Hope you're well.
Till next time friend
Love the rain ambiance and the videos. We can hear you clearly, there's no muffled audio, and you're in stereo. The sound is great again. I've learned a lot about gravity and vehicles watching you. Cheers!
Masking tape, arrows and numbers were always how I went about rebuilding engines. Never got them mixed up. Looking back, how much tape glue and residue did I leave behind after being so confident in my ability?😮
Brilliant watching Ray do this rebuild and very therapeutic, instead of watching for students mistakes.
Quick edit: Holding the torque wrench correctly was something I struggled to get people to understand. Understood the math but couldn’t understand the physics and vice versa.
Happy Monday Ray. Can not wait to see the update to your shop.
👍 Sound is fine. Looking forward to startup.
Overtorqued cam bolts. Timestamp 57:24 shows torque wrench click on RRR bolt immediately, then additional turn off 40 degrees. Did the same on second bolt. Check it!
Wow you saved the day
Agreed. I was thinking all the cam bolts got over- torqued.
Also, better word for friction in this case - can't give time stamp but early in on first piston install - try "surface tension".
Sorry to add this Ray but thought I noticed you breaking loose a torqued fastener with the torque wrench. Please don't. If I'm wrong, my apologies. Love the videos btw!
Love that ring compressor. So simple.
I love the sound of the rain.
Rain sounds great!
appreciate your demonstration/ tutorial on engine assembly.........hope you do more
Good to see you Ray, was looking forward to this one! Keep up the great work!
Love the sound of the rain. Keep the background noise. Sounds more natural.
The sound is ok. I can accept the rain noise.
Love the sound. As someone that built motors for 30 years I loved watching you.
Great job Ray. Enjoyed watching big 6 liter air pump
Munchkin and Wife Unit in the garage door. Seems like they're waiting out the rain.
Welcoming back!
Rebuild on a budget Ray you are doing a good job
Once again, I am so fascinated with your DOCTORATE IN AUTOLOGY. Another piece of knowledge for me to find in my FUNK and WAGNAL kinda feeble mind. Attention to detail is always in style.
Information highway video, Ray. Well done.
The Rain sound is therapeutic.....
Looking good, love the build series.
Rain sounds were relaxing…it was like being at an LS spa 😎
Nice work Ray 👍
thanks Ray
Nice. That's a 3d printed ring compressor. That's awesome.
Nice job ray!!! Thanks
Fantastic video Ray!
Nothing like our favorite Rainman building an engine while it rains. Ray's videos make my day more enjoyable.
Love that ring compressor
I'm not sure if it would affect anything or just burn away, but the way 3d prints are made, those rings are just scraping down multiple lines of plastic, and could easily get pieces in the rings. It's a cool idea, but I worry about if it could cause any damage.
Either way, glad to have you back on your normal schedule!
Great video!
Hi Ray, I look forward to your videos, can't wait to see what you get into next also your videos have helped me fix my own cars to save myself hundreds of dollars. Thanks and God bless you and your family. 😊
Ray your the best I’ve been a subscriber for 3 years I love your channel. Really think your shop is looking great thank Dave for his work. It’s a great thing you did for Dave with the tool box I’ve got the same one it’s perfect for him. I think the channel is getting better with the new shop. Thanks ❤. I also like the Wife’s channel but CZcams has been unsubscribing me from the channel
Rainman Raining Ray today.
I was worried about a few of those cover bolts cross threading for a sec, but you Made it Work.
Dude, you gotta replace the conn rod bolts. They're one of the most stressed parts of the engine, and are torque to yield. You never reuse them. If you're gonna do a job, do it right. Call ARP or Summit and get new bolts.
Another great video Ray Man
Should always use new rod bolts when possible. 😮🎉
He stated in the last video that he looked online and told the customer how much they were, but the customer wanted to save money and SINCE YOU CAN use the old bolts, he did what the customer wanted since they are already over budget.
Always. I know of someone that did not (and saved $80) and threw a rod out the side of the block soon after they had it running. Never re-use rod bolts. They stretch a bit when first installed.
@@Havok135 You can pay me now or pay me later. I'd never re-use rod bolts.
As Ray always likes to say, "Pay once, cry once," but in this case the customer decided not to cry, but may end up sobbing uncontrollably in the future.
I'll start off with "I am more qualified to blow up an engine than building one"
Thanks for showcasing this one. I am sure you have commenter's calling this tedious, boring, or whatever. I an thoroughly enjoying watching you go through the process.
My only gasp was that you employed significant amounts of attention and caution this the exposed rod end, instead of some sort of silicone protector.
Regarding the rain in the background, I'm in Phoenix, it doesn't rain much in these parts.
For the internet ree you can't get enough of: I am absolutely flabbergasted you don't have one of the engine stands with the push button actuated gear driven rotation, suitable for twelve thousand pound engines.
I'm looking forward to you putting the top end together.
Ray, let it rain baby. I live in Arizona - it's a sound we love to hear.
Sweet it's gonna run good
truly a wreching experience!!
I like the video and WOW amazing TY so much ,,Keep up the great work
So far the background noise is fine. It comes out more when you aren't talking but when you talk, the background noise gets more quiet and its not a big deal. Just glad to seeing more content from the RAINman ray. :)
I live in a house with a tin roof. I gotta say the sound is very comforting.
When it rains at night, I get my best sleep.
All good.
The minutia of assembling an engine, this being "just" the short block, when captured in detail, can be enlightening to many. Doing it properly, another step of detail. It's been a long time since I took part in it, even though this, for me, was only virtual, it was satisfying. Probably why I liked doing it. Terms like short block, or long block, glosses over the amount of labor to create them. I'm looking forward to the next video.
We did get an impromptu cameo of Lauren/WifeUnit during the rain storm. Thanks. 😊
Now I know one thing an 11mm socket is used for. Thanks Ray!
Liked great videos. It's been a sub for like 3 years
That piston ring compressor is super slick. I’m gonna have to get myself one
This video could have been the recipient of a time lapse with great response !
Nifty !
That ring compressor is a game saver.
The rain wasn’t as therapeutic as watching you assemble a SBC
It's a LS not a SBC
@@bigdaddymak1439 call it what you want. It’s still a small block and it’s going in a Chevy. 🤙🏻
@@Tablesaw818 just saying nobody calls a LS a SBC
Ray is a pro when it comes to the 'reach around' maneuver.
The sound quality is fine even with the rain
Nice video Ray! You are a brave man though, taking on a rebuild, considering all the other work you have goiing in a general repair shop for so many makes/models. I get there aren't than many good machine shops any more. Looking forward to 1st start for the LS!
Kewl
Lovin' that new ring compressor. Only drawback I see is needing a different one for each different engine. Much better than the old springboard type of thing...
I wanted you to use the Brake Clean...because I like that surprise orchestra music🤗
Rainman disappeared like a fart in the wind. Glad to see you’re back to work. I missed my morning dose is Ray.
Good camera angle on the torque wrench.
This what you call a budget rebuild 2 bucks a square how long before it blows up!should put lock tight on the cam bolts
😂😂
Funny how many automotive sports DIY racer mechanic guys don't even bother anymore, showing off their monthly total engine rebuilds, because people got bored of it.
Ray have a good day. Hope your fathers day was good!
Shiny. Hope it runs!