HOLDEN KINGSWOOD GETS BOOSTED! - THE SKID FACTORY

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  • Опубликовано: 3 окт 2024

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  • @nickyjim12
    @nickyjim12 4 года назад +88

    That intro though😂👌🏼👍🏼 “Catch is, I didn’t name myself Turbo Yoda”

    • @tepidtuna7450
      @tepidtuna7450 4 года назад +6

      Yeah, cracked me up, especially when he swept away the turbo boxes.

  • @warwickryan7130
    @warwickryan7130 4 года назад +44

    Love the way Higher-than-atmospheric-pressure Yoda tries to look nonchalant while the car's on the dyno.

  • @coolkidscarclub
    @coolkidscarclub 4 года назад +32

    Al's delivery on camera has come a long way, total professional. Great job guys!

  • @brendanhall7539
    @brendanhall7539 4 года назад +1

    Awesome vid guys. To all international watchers. A servo is a service station.

  • @eformance
    @eformance 4 года назад +62

    You need a joke shirt too, "The Skid Factory", and it's a roll of toilet paper hanging on a dispenser, with only the last sheet and a ripped end.

    • @playwme3
      @playwme3 4 года назад +6

      EFormance Engineering , or Skid factory underwear.

    • @jasoncie4926
      @jasoncie4926 3 года назад

      Shut up and take my money!!!

  • @allandriver2066
    @allandriver2066 4 года назад +11

    Ron Harrop is a living legend. I'm sure he's forgotten more more than most of us could ever hope to know. 🙏

  • @davidmeagher4909
    @davidmeagher4909 4 года назад +2

    Turbo Yoda and Woody - brilliant combination. 10yr MCM fan here - introduced to Alan on the Supergramps and Stagea builds. So pleased that you've got your own channel now. Best thing on the internet...

  • @raelik777
    @raelik777 4 года назад +10

    Man, that thing sounds SO good, both the whine and the roar.

  • @faspit95
    @faspit95 4 года назад +35

    I just love you dimple dies. The first set I had were made out of Oak, wood that was flame treated. Turned both die halves in the lathe, then flame burned the shapes, light sanding then some oil to preserve the wood and allow some slipping when forming the sheet metal.
    Keep showing us the right way to modify our cars the right way.

    • @sireuchre
      @sireuchre 4 года назад +2

      That state Al couldn't think of is OREGON! When I first started watching MCM with Turbo Yoda making appearances, that's where I lived.

  • @JT-4real
    @JT-4real 4 года назад +15

    "Blowing Yoda" had me in stitches. Nice build there lads, I am a Ford man but appreciate the engineering and that whine of the 5.0. 🤙🤙👌👌

  • @wangonguy62
    @wangonguy62 4 года назад +6

    This car has now officially solidified its place as my favorite skid factory build🍻

  • @clintwhite4372
    @clintwhite4372 4 года назад +1

    Thumbs up for Wendy taking the time to get her legs shaved.

  • @pangaute
    @pangaute 4 года назад +22

    Great vid as usual. I can't believe there's 13 downvotes, probably searching for the 'how to knit your own vagina beanie' and ended up here by mistake

    • @Justintpoulos
      @Justintpoulos 4 года назад +2

      It's just youtube's automatic downvoting algorithm.. None of the stats are legit..

    • @SprayIgniteBoom
      @SprayIgniteBoom 4 года назад

      Those help keep the sand out of the Vajay VAjay crevasse!!!!!

  • @vtwin_vandals
    @vtwin_vandals 4 года назад +26

    Woody sitting in the back "are we there yet Hoff?"

    • @tomahoks
      @tomahoks 4 года назад

      Atlas Being Haha, epic!

  • @PeteM.
    @PeteM. 4 года назад +20

    19:20
    Al "touch wood"
    *woody slaps his own leg in the background*

    • @wicksgarage32
      @wicksgarage32 4 года назад +3

      PeteM are you sure it was his “leg” hahaha

    • @LivingMyBoostLife
      @LivingMyBoostLife 4 года назад +1

      He missed an opportunity to touch the Kings Wood :-)

    • @gas3273
      @gas3273 4 года назад

      His third leg.

  • @bleeksbentbits3150
    @bleeksbentbits3150 4 года назад

    At least Whine'n Lion doesn't give me a mental picture each time of Ted Bullpitt dressed as the Lion from Wizard of Oz chained up in a basement of an S&M club like it's previous name does...
    Cheers for that, AND for sharing the awesome job you've done for the ol' girl! ;)

  • @g_wizard9866
    @g_wizard9866 4 года назад +3

    Love the opening bait n switch! TUUUUURRRRRBBBOOOOO YYYYOOOOOODDDDAAAAA!!

  • @edgelord4678
    @edgelord4678 Год назад

    Saw the Kinger on Hastings street Noosa on a recent trip to the area, such a sweet rig!

  • @chriswalshe499
    @chriswalshe499 3 месяца назад

    Thanks fr that watched all eps. Go the Whining Iron Lion. I'll be checking out more of yr stuff.

  • @someyoungguy6990
    @someyoungguy6990 4 года назад +21

    The Iron Lion has been poked with a Harrop Angry stick and it sounds like its pissed off and ready to fight!! Great work guys, looks great sounds great, yeah i'm in love!!

  • @Ward1706
    @Ward1706 4 года назад +2

    Good to see the tradition of a V8 powered wagon doing a skid in Alan's shed is still going strong.

  • @evanboubouka3031
    @evanboubouka3031 4 года назад +9

    Excellent choice! I need that sound in my life!

  • @stevenclarke374
    @stevenclarke374 4 года назад +1

    I'm glad Al has come over to the blower side 👌 love that instantaneous torque

  • @Nikdangove
    @Nikdangove 4 года назад +1

    Man, That car just puts a smile on my face, and now supercharged, wow. Really would love a car like that. Beautiful.

  • @Lifeunedited86
    @Lifeunedited86 Год назад

    You two are bloody brilliant al your amazing with so much stuff, woody your a legend do a shed walk around

  • @gregmyatt9932
    @gregmyatt9932 4 года назад +1

    All the holden boys will love the new shirt. Could you do a Fairlane or barra or ford diffs or ford brakes shirt, you know all the good stuff😀. For the ford boys and girls.. please..

  • @bangkokstallion
    @bangkokstallion 4 года назад +4

    I turn up to work everyday, look up the road to Noosa Radiators and wonder when ill get my next fix of Skid Factory.
    Today is the day! Seems like withdrawals slowly subsiding. Love your work guys!

  • @mrAudisubaru
    @mrAudisubaru 4 года назад +6

    That was a suprise seeing a supercharger nice build love that you are doing something diffrent.

  • @brianross4057
    @brianross4057 4 года назад +78

    Ahh, the old lecky tape bandage, works really well with a Kleenex tissue for large wounds.

    • @boingkster
      @boingkster 4 года назад +1

      Better yet, put a layer of glad wrap over it if its a large area... otherwise you'll be picking scabbed Kleenex out of you for ages.

    • @craigdavies8099
      @craigdavies8099 4 года назад +2

      A medic once told me the adhesive on electrical tape is antibacterial so perfect to use. As for the Kleenex that's for your nose and your... Yet another awesome episode guys, cheers.

    • @rosscampbell6644
      @rosscampbell6644 4 года назад +2

      teflon thread tape is ideal for finger cuts ... put er on tight for the initial bleed then back it off when the throbbin starts ...... once ya stop leakin give it a wash and reapply .. and non stick !!

    • @alexbrown1995
      @alexbrown1995 4 года назад

      I thought his thumb was in mourning....

    • @P0LYPRO
      @P0LYPRO 4 года назад +3

      Two words, super glue.

  • @Zobby447
    @Zobby447 4 года назад +1

    50min episode my dream has come true keep it up blokes

  • @patgould7795
    @patgould7795 4 года назад +1

    Very cool and so glad you showed the dyno run in the same episode!

  • @paulstandeven8572
    @paulstandeven8572 4 года назад +25

    30:38 "If that supercharger was polished and terribly inefficient we would be ready for the burn-out pad". Is that a Cleetus reference?

    • @BlackJewFish
      @BlackJewFish 4 года назад +2

      Probably more of a roadkill reference

    • @tballz1988
      @tballz1988 4 года назад +16

      It was a reference to old gm 2 stroke blowers being basically useless. It was in the tech tip vid.

    • @paulstandeven8572
      @paulstandeven8572 4 года назад +3

      @@BlackJewFish Roadkill polishing a supercharger? Er, no

    • @thekodanator
      @thekodanator 4 года назад +2

      My guess is that its a reference to the skid culture in Australia, where many of the best competitors run massive chargers at relatively low boost. Just my guess though.

    • @t.p.ggaming3884
      @t.p.ggaming3884 3 года назад

      @@thekodanator I wouldn't say relatively, 4-5 PSI of boost is objectively low boost considering the harrop charger in this car is alot less obnoxious looking and makes much higher boost

  • @chrismclean8211
    @chrismclean8211 4 года назад +1

    Double shed skid madness!!! Woooo!

    • @simontaylor6718
      @simontaylor6718 4 года назад

      Yeah, I was just thinking about that little rant he had about not pulling skids in client's cars a few episodes ago.
      I'm sure we're all happy he's moved on.

  • @Tuilaione
    @Tuilaione 4 года назад +1

    WOW... Never heard a Kinga like that before... 😃😃😃🤯🤯🤯

  • @EricDraven79
    @EricDraven79 4 года назад +3

    Love the longer content! And the special tip for brackets was awesome! Thanks Guys!

  • @raspberrywatkins
    @raspberrywatkins 4 года назад +1

    Love what you do.... Dont ever stop guys... Quality viewing

  • @fuelandfire4486
    @fuelandfire4486 4 года назад

    Great build guys. Blower in the valley the V8 makes so much sense. Great torque and linear power - and that sound is brilliant!

  • @dubCanuck1
    @dubCanuck1 4 года назад +139

    Start shouting on the comments section! Turbo Yoda is now Sqwooshy Yoda.

  • @OddSpanner
    @OddSpanner 4 года назад +3

    "Yurbo Toda" is now "squwooshy toda" Awesome work. Loving the new graphics, and I now really need a squwooshy in my automotive life.

  • @LimitR
    @LimitR 4 года назад +2

    New graphics look good guys! Also that torque is killer. All down low and tapering off a bit. But when your cruising it's the low end torque you want.

  • @bluecent
    @bluecent 4 года назад

    Nice lineal torque feed with a supercharger. And love the fact that it continues to look original.

  • @kennschwartz2127
    @kennschwartz2127 4 года назад +2

    When I listen to the engine start. I thougt that there was someone screaming each time u reved it.. sounds so good.!

  • @dank_productions94
    @dank_productions94 4 года назад +3

    This whole build is awesome! So glad you guys finally did a supercharged Aussie 8 with Aussie gear behind it, love your work lads keep it up :)

  • @Blackfox2x
    @Blackfox2x 4 года назад +3

    30:37 that burn :D love it

  • @Al-pb9fs
    @Al-pb9fs 4 года назад

    Thanks for the tip on putting the indent in the bracket fold. I was asking a mate just the other day how to do it and he didn't know. Quite timely, thanks.

  • @Jack-tx2ve
    @Jack-tx2ve 4 года назад

    I had a shiny 3 lobe roots blower that worked great as a muck spreader on the farm.

  • @jby257
    @jby257 4 года назад

    Keep the holdens coming.

  • @rocketroosterrules
    @rocketroosterrules 4 года назад

    This is by far the greatest cold open you've ever had for your show. Turbo yoda you've outdone yourself this time!

  • @scottmoore9215
    @scottmoore9215 4 года назад +1

    The Hoff certainly knows his stuff.

  • @HighMansx
    @HighMansx 4 года назад +10

    30:30, scared the shit out of me -- sounded like some animal yelping lol.

  • @b.s.adventures9421
    @b.s.adventures9421 4 года назад

    That wagon is super cool.

  • @donfinch862
    @donfinch862 4 года назад

    You guys are bloody top level info/entertainment now. Chilled and confident with good banter. And you've got top mates in the business and supporting you

  • @GdaySport
    @GdaySport 4 года назад

    I don't know if it's because I'm getting older, but this is one of the coolest cars you guys have done. Congrats!

  • @Noneyurbusiness
    @Noneyurbusiness 2 года назад

    *Al is a mechanical genius*

  • @stevenboyd5044
    @stevenboyd5044 4 года назад

    Nothing better than waking up to a skid factory vid. Good effort lads.

  • @fordyford
    @fordyford 4 года назад

    Bloody cool cruiser. I love a good bit of supercharge whine. I always wanted another one.

  • @willbarger2233
    @willbarger2233 4 года назад +3

    Great vid. Like the start to finish format.

  • @thebigw3377
    @thebigw3377 4 года назад +1

    Love it - now bolt one on a Cleveland lads

  • @marsdenbalaska784
    @marsdenbalaska784 2 года назад

    That's correct the truth is the air pockets do find the highest point to flow to

  • @slotxz9859
    @slotxz9859 4 года назад

    I dont know if the skid factory blokes will see this but i had to pause this and go get maccas to finish it off and i had the f***ing wicked time 11/10 would reccomend

  • @rosscullen406
    @rosscullen406 4 года назад

    My favorite RUclips channel. Period

  • @jeremysuric
    @jeremysuric 4 года назад

    retro beast pure gold

  • @craigdavies69
    @craigdavies69 4 года назад +1

    I forget how great iron lions sound sometimes, pretty cool the last 2 Summernats horsepower comps have been won by Aussie designed engines. Awesome work.

  • @trojan6530
    @trojan6530 4 года назад +1

    I think maybe this was my very favorite SF to date....cant hardley wait to see what you guys have planned for the rest of 2020 !!
    Thanks for all your content...

  • @backyardbangers1012
    @backyardbangers1012 4 года назад +1

    Awesome work fellas. Absolutely love it n the whole iron lion build

  • @markhills3922
    @markhills3922 3 года назад

    AWESOME...... I want the Whining Lion! I watched the build from start to finish as I've always been a Lion Wagon lover. You guys are on point with these build videos. No BS, no fluff, no big sell. I've subscribed and hit the Bell! Cheers!

  • @WildstyleRC
    @WildstyleRC 4 года назад

    That manual tb let you do that sweet under the hood shot don't forget!!!!

  • @jp1991gt
    @jp1991gt 4 года назад

    Thanks for the tip on strengthening a 90* bend. I'll def use that in future builds. Enjoying the content as always.

  • @1MBStudios
    @1MBStudios 4 года назад +3

    Why do I need "HARROP TV CONETENT" when you guys make the best conetent :)

    • @yowie0889
      @yowie0889 4 года назад

      Despite having a lot of choice, some people are just never conetented.

  • @marsdenbalaska784
    @marsdenbalaska784 2 года назад

    Yes, Big Horses coming

  • @bigal878
    @bigal878 3 года назад

    Good power for that boost. I agree with Al that no more boost is needed, especially since it was put together with standard pistons and the rod bolts weren’t upgraded.

  • @carlosf569
    @carlosf569 4 года назад

    Lol!!! I love your comments on the roots blower. At least they look cool.

  • @nathanhughes9996
    @nathanhughes9996 4 года назад

    I just missed my grand mother's funeral for this episode and I don't even feel bad! Great content guys keep up the excellent work! I'm off to the SF store to get me a shirt and stubby cooler 👍

  • @hyphensclassics
    @hyphensclassics 2 года назад

    Love it boys, now you get the reason why I am into SC’s. I run an R53 and the Harrop is a good upgrade, one on my list to do once the engine rebuild is complete!
    Cannot beat that whine and the instant and constant rush of power!

  • @ruebenskedgwell9627
    @ruebenskedgwell9627 4 года назад

    Perfect amount of horses for an ole wagon, just right for haulin ass well done guys

  • @thelmahattingh2213
    @thelmahattingh2213 4 года назад

    this is one off my best loved channels. just awesome petrol heads.

  • @brandonotte3359
    @brandonotte3359 4 года назад

    See you guys next time cheers

  • @tommygreist9560
    @tommygreist9560 3 года назад

    Hell ya...boost it!What an awesome video!
    I can't wait 2 see the next Cummins 6bt video,I've been looking for it EVERYDAY after work,I love Skid Factory!

  • @dwaynecoomber6610
    @dwaynecoomber6610 4 года назад

    AL that throttle bracket 🔥💯 quality and thanks for the trick.

  • @rickphillips7221
    @rickphillips7221 4 года назад +1

    SOUNDS PRETTY GOOD!

  • @hammeredhemi1223
    @hammeredhemi1223 4 года назад

    Icing on the bloody cake boys. Well done, very neat, and great result for the little Iron Lion, that car is definitely a keeper now.

  • @mickm2999
    @mickm2999 4 года назад

    Im a ford man but that winging cat got a little bit of movment in my pants . Cheers guys 👌

  • @dnick1981
    @dnick1981 3 года назад

    We love what you guys do! Great to see and understand the different engine options available.

  • @johnpaulsmulders8639
    @johnpaulsmulders8639 4 года назад +1

    Thanks fellas, such a great episode, and a true eye-opener to transform a 304 into a beast. Loved that you used components from iconic Australian companies. The Kingswood might need some heavier sway bars to cope with the chaos you’ve unleashed!

  • @NorthstarRiders
    @NorthstarRiders 4 года назад

    Very unique build. Clean and to the point.

  • @Justintpoulos
    @Justintpoulos 4 года назад +18

    Wow, Al at the beginning of this video looks like a new man. Like he just had amazing sex then won the lottery. I love seeing that on a person! Blasting light out yo sockets.

    • @jakvickersmusic
      @jakvickersmusic 4 года назад +2

      hes got some charisma. new year new al

    • @mikeymasi
      @mikeymasi 4 года назад +1

      Cocaine is a helluva drug

  • @steveveness3829
    @steveveness3829 4 года назад

    G'day from West Australia, guys😉🙂👍👍
    One word for the kinga
    Niiiiicccceee
    Especially as I wish I still had my old kinga wagon sigh🙂👍👍

  • @lockrock9620
    @lockrock9620 2 года назад

    Bloody awesome episode

  • @nigelbaldwin2515
    @nigelbaldwin2515 4 года назад

    Turbo Yoda + Old Holdens = 😍😍😍

  • @craggatt
    @craggatt 4 года назад

    Awesome, great episode. ... CROWN!

  • @helplmchoking
    @helplmchoking 4 года назад +3

    That whole kit is some serious quality! Not easy to find superchargers with that much serious work out into them. Love it boys!

  • @gearhead1234
    @gearhead1234 4 года назад

    That new supercharger sound gives the iron lion an unusual "roar".. Cheers!

  • @lamboferruccio
    @lamboferruccio 4 года назад +1

    One of my favorite builds hands down 😍

  • @NextLevelMotorsport
    @NextLevelMotorsport 4 года назад +12

    Have been playing with the harrop blower on the 2gr convesion in a lotus exige recently. Top quality gear

    • @ischafer567
      @ischafer567 4 года назад

      Yeah, got one on my Evora S as well. Works great, but misses the intercooler 😔
      So good to see the guys doing some blower action and really enjoying it! 👌

    • @aserta
      @aserta 4 года назад

      Harrop is hands down one of the best at what they do. Attention to detail, good business thinking, good customer support.

  • @alexbrown1995
    @alexbrown1995 4 года назад

    Ron Harrop was in hospital - next bed to my old man - many years ago. Had some great yarns with him.

  • @jonathanb4913
    @jonathanb4913 4 года назад

    If you can I would put fans on that intercooler. it will cool down better at extended stops. Also it will remove more heat more efficiently in high heat areas.

  • @Hoggdoc1946
    @Hoggdoc1946 4 года назад

    You guys are the best, so laid back....

  • @aaronkay257
    @aaronkay257 4 года назад +1

    Love it. Loving the long episode too

  • @seaniemcp2887
    @seaniemcp2887 4 года назад

    The old H series chassis is gonna love all that new torque..... 🤣.
    Sick build guys. Makes me miss my old WB pano

  • @jasonparker1926
    @jasonparker1926 4 года назад

    Love the Whining Lion boys! Great build, great episode.. but I would love to see that Crown of Al's on the Skid Factory!!
    Get on it!.... please.