Ford Flathead V8 Engine Time-Lapse Rebuild Commentary | Redline Rebuilds Explained

Good story, my friends and I did something similar to a Geo Metro back when we were kids. I didn't know it then, but I learned something that day that helped me avoid catastrophe with a different car years later.

I apologize for the confusion if there is any, this isn't my video. This is a video from a you tube channel I subscribe to, I edited the post to avoid any further confusion. I have never restored a flat head before, so the idea intrigues me. I've restored a couple of older Beetles, an 89 Cavalier Z24 and a 63 Nova SS, and am in the process of restoring a 73 Beetle I bought for my wife. You have a couple of great cars in your collection, I've always wanted to get my hands on one of them, but the opportunity has never presented itself.

Cpl Tom Surdi - That is fine, I didn't think of who did the video, but very pleased to see it done. I have never seen a Flat head rebuilt before. My 1929 and 1931 Model A Fords both have flat heads, albeit 4 cylinder engines, but this video gave me some insight to what I might encounter when I tear one down!

CWO3 Dennis M. - Yeah, since all the components are internal to the block it makes for a more interesting tear down. However it is somewhat easier since there is no timing chain for a flat head. The difficulty comes when you remove the valves and springs, and avoiding warping the covers since they are solid cast iron. Other than that, it's like rebuilding any other engine, check for wear and cracks and make sure you have the proper seals and bearings.