Fixing my Abandoned Project Car - BIGTIME

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  • Опубликовано: 27 июн 2024
  • The time has come! The BigTime boys are getting back to wrenching in the garage with Jobe's Nissan S14.
    A broke, sad looking project car that's been neglected for nearly 4 years. But today’s the day we change that - Welcome to Big Time!
    Go check out our Discord: bit.ly/BigTime_Discord
    Go check out our Website: bigtimebigtime.com/
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Комментарии • 12 тыс.

  • @sindrifts
    @sindrifts 2 дня назад +22892

    i think Zach and Jerry realize that this is the video we have been waiting years for

    • @ahha6304
      @ahha6304 2 дня назад +211

      I thought Zach Jobe is... never mind

    • @ChummiaChan
      @ChummiaChan 2 дня назад +63

      The excitement is real

    • @igork9691
      @igork9691 2 дня назад +152

      Zach and Jobe are not the same person, bro got bipolar disorder lol😅🤦

    • @alfaruuto5182
      @alfaruuto5182 2 дня назад +115

      You forgot about Jerra and Mia

    • @RoyalKnightCurly
      @RoyalKnightCurly 2 дня назад +20

      This wonderful comment has 69 likes and I’m not messing with that 😉
      Edit: Had 😂😂

  • @EngineeringExplained
    @EngineeringExplained 2 дня назад +9524

    Is it awkward if I dreamt about this last night? That's my bad.
    Love seeing folks doing what they want to do!

    • @bigtimebigtimebigtime
      @bigtimebigtimebigtime  2 дня назад +1542

      Only if awkward means “a huge compliment”. Thanks dude!!

    • @bhoffman8984
      @bhoffman8984 2 дня назад +188

      When Jason Fenske dreams about your video the night before you upload it, you’re most likely doing something right!

    • @AnalyzeThat93
      @AnalyzeThat93 2 дня назад +9

      😂😂😂😂😂​@@bigtimebigtimebigtime

    • @williamchen2968
      @williamchen2968 2 дня назад +7

      Jason I love you

    • @dontyouworryaboutit_
      @dontyouworryaboutit_ 2 дня назад +61

      *whiteboard intensifies*

  • @lilstapler4112
    @lilstapler4112 22 часа назад +399

    I love that they feel confident and comfortable enough to let the scenes hold and the silence draw out, not feeling the need to shove cuts and effects in our faces. Feels much more chill.

  • @dreadwaters7898
    @dreadwaters7898 16 часов назад +173

    The fact that it’s a car build showing us everything and not have a ton of over edited parts makes this miles more enjoyable to watch. And that is a beautiful pup

  • @Zaddish2
    @Zaddish2 2 дня назад +12103

    We're SO back 😎

  • @ZHF0rd
    @ZHF0rd 2 дня назад +5925

    No matter how big this channel gets, PLEASE don’t ever forget this format. Big budgets and fancy shops don’t make a channel… it’s the people and the projects. Hunting for a tools in a buddy’s garage and making multiple Harbor Freight runs is something we can actually relate to.

    • @Archetype123
      @Archetype123 2 дня назад +217

      Absolutely this. I can't count how many channels I've unfollowed over the years because they went from that wholesome DIY driveway scene to an 8 lift warehouse with tools you could never dream of owning.

    • @JamesSmith-dn8lb
      @JamesSmith-dn8lb 2 дня назад +75

      The amount of time I've spent searching for my 10mm socket is ridiculous

    • @orcastrike7750
      @orcastrike7750 2 дня назад +34

      Haha nailed it with the HF runs, though for me it’s Ace Hardware and Autozone

    • @jameshorsman
      @jameshorsman 2 дня назад +5

      Hey, hey, hey. I like both.

    • @Atrocities85
      @Atrocities85 2 дня назад +7

      Exactly! It's this stuff that gets me wanting to finish my projects that are cluttering up my space. 😂

  • @FuukanaTV
    @FuukanaTV 22 часа назад +31

    This video feels like watching the golden era of some CERTAIN automotive media channel once again.
    Good luck to you guys!

  • @MyName-mi8qr
    @MyName-mi8qr 7 часов назад +9

    This is the lost art of working on a car. Hanging with friends, joking around, and just plain having fun. As someone said below, don't lose sight of this. This is what got me into Donut initially, so keep up the great work.

  • @Mend_Kris
    @Mend_Kris 2 дня назад +2488

    I love how wholesome environment in the garage. Doggo barking, camera guy sneezing, random person walking by. I see a good future for this channel. 👍

    • @nedimmutapcija9186
      @nedimmutapcija9186 2 дня назад +50

      Doggo barking kids screaming like they saw a hellhound

    • @edgardbarreno7612
      @edgardbarreno7612 2 дня назад +37

      Doggo is the lead supervisor

    • @FC_Dobbs48
      @FC_Dobbs48 2 дня назад +26

      I love the Dog content. A dog makes everything more relatable. Not the star, but a great supporting actor.

    • @mikewilliams1946
      @mikewilliams1946 2 дня назад +31

      Don’t forget Jerry in the background taking care of business

    • @Need1738
      @Need1738 2 дня назад +17

      Getting Doordash during a build video was a first fr

  • @brandon5505
    @brandon5505 2 дня назад +4960

    THIS is what Donut should’ve been for the last couple years. Guys with everyday cars and a limited budget, not a $100k+ budget and an insane project you couldn’t do at home

    • @motodude23
      @motodude23 2 дня назад +327

      Watching them throw money at that ranger with absolutely nobody around that is an offroader was sad, they're gonna die at baja

    • @Article_170
      @Article_170 2 дня назад +191

      @@motodude23It was ridiculous how much they spent… Could’ve built a much better off-roader for less than $50k and they’re six figures into that Ranger

    • @dropautoparts
      @dropautoparts 2 дня назад +110

      @@Article_170 they just did it for shock value

    • @sotired56
      @sotired56 2 дня назад +25

      0:33 is exactly how I felt when I saw the vid drop.

    • @dantheman1689
      @dantheman1689 2 дня назад +1

      Exactly!!!

  • @paksungho
    @paksungho 22 часа назад +14

    I don’t remember when I stopped watching Donut vids, but I can tell you this is exactly the type of content I’ve been dying to watch again. Straight forward no nonsense builds! Love it! Can’t wait to see more!!

  • @alolanstarboy
    @alolanstarboy 23 часа назад +9

    Even though I started following Donut in 2018 the peak of watching it to me was the early money pit days at the start of Covid where it was mainly the miata build in this garage or Jeremiah’s version of B2B.
    I think the fact that a video in that exact style is the first real vid on this channel is a really good sign and yall really get the content people came to you for in the first place

    • @Synthwave89
      @Synthwave89 4 часа назад

      Miata build was SO much fun. Hope they keep that vibe for a long time

  • @i.amvulcan8373
    @i.amvulcan8373 2 дня назад +1836

    32 minutes of non sponsored, uninterrupted, pure engine building bliss. So happy you guys left and so happy for you for re-finding the thing you enjoy!

    • @bri-manhunter2654
      @bri-manhunter2654 2 дня назад +31

      I really recommend YT Premium.

    • @DataC0llect0r
      @DataC0llect0r 2 дня назад

      ​@@bri-manhunter2654 Also have it for 3 years now. I kept getting commercials about funerals whilst my father was very ill. Seemed a bit rude to me...

    • @Swissk31300BO
      @Swissk31300BO 2 дня назад

      @@bri-manhunter2654 how does RUclips premium something that I have by the way, I have to do with non-sponsored and uninterrupted content?
      RUclipsrs for well over five years now having Inc. commercials into actual videos without timestamps.

    • @humanhuman5024
      @humanhuman5024 2 дня назад +93

      I’m honestly fine if it’s sponsored and has like 3 ads in it. Can’t make the same content if they make no money from it and old donut also had sponsors for their videos.
      I like the style of this video though. No list bait about ranking other people’s cars based on looking at them or Amazon products that cost $10.

    • @alexlabs4858
      @alexlabs4858 2 дня назад

      @@bri-manhunter2654YT premium doesn’t exempt you from sponsor segments, just ads. These guys are definitely going to take sponsorships and I don’t blame them one bit for it. RUclips doesn’t pay creators much at all and keeps lowering what they pay. Sponsors are really the only way a large RUclips channel can flourish as a business.

  • @Jameskii
    @Jameskii 2 дня назад +680

    this is better than therapy

    • @Akshuls
      @Akshuls День назад +8

      JAMESKIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII , ok thats all.

    • @darksu6947
      @darksu6947 День назад

      If you think watching this video was a good time, you should try smoking rocks.

    • @jacobrzeszewski6527
      @jacobrzeszewski6527 День назад +2

      Yoooo, its Yugo guy. You go guy!

    • @Phantumix
      @Phantumix День назад +1

      OMG It's the VRChat guy

    • @karimakiki6424
      @karimakiki6424 День назад +2

      Preach

  • @AsijkDniw
    @AsijkDniw 17 часов назад +11

    I adore the garage's healthy atmosphere. Dog barking, random person strolling by, and the camera guy sneezing. I believe this channel has a bright future.

  • @not12listen
    @not12listen 19 часов назад +8

    This is one of the best car videos I've seen in a very long time! :)
    This rings true to the DIY spirit and method. Effort, time, and having to know what you're doing - not just handing it off to a shop to do everything for you.
    I cannot wait for the next video to come out! I want to see that beast doing its thing!

  • @MimicAura93
    @MimicAura93 День назад +509

    It’s insane how the writing transitions so much. Zach and Jerry really did way more than they let on. Their influence shows

  • @michaelrodgers6559
    @michaelrodgers6559 День назад +553

    I appreciate the simple editing. No flash-bang meme clip nonsense. Just a couple friends with good on-camera chemistry having a genuine time working on an exciting yet humble (for modern youtube standards) project.
    Keep it going, guys!

    • @eTiMaGo
      @eTiMaGo День назад +4

      I think their visit to Australia meeting the MCM lads gave them some ideas :D

    • @thesoundmajors9858
      @thesoundmajors9858 День назад +3

      These edits are no different than money pit 😂 relax

    • @clay180
      @clay180 День назад +4

      I could use a few gun shot sound effects and maybe some airhorns

    • @NemhainUA
      @NemhainUA День назад

      EXACTLY, I hate that shitty wannaby topgear/pimpmyride/ticktok edit

    • @thechannelofultimatedestin4720
      @thechannelofultimatedestin4720 День назад +3

      As long as there are no keeps ads Im happy

  • @ohharn1323
    @ohharn1323 10 часов назад +2

    I haven’t watched a build video like this in ages because the way everyone does it now is not appealing anymore. I just watched this video fully through without even realizing and enjoyed it. Glad to see these guys going back to the roots of what it’s about.

  • @kevinrandolph9109
    @kevinrandolph9109 12 часов назад +2

    Love you two getting back to the basics, in a home garage, with NORMAL tools we all have or can afford. Great format and chemistry too! Keep it up gents

  • @NielsMills
    @NielsMills День назад +491

    One million subscribers in one week.
    But this speaks on what you helped contribute at donut, and it shows that hard work pays off. I'm so happy for you guys on this new venture.

    • @doctorb.5893
      @doctorb.5893 День назад +7

      i wonder how much donuts views will drop

    • @joebk44
      @joebk44 День назад +8

      @@doctorb.5893maybe a bit, but these 2 aren’t the only watchable people from donut. I still watch their stuff regardless.

    • @doctorb.5893
      @doctorb.5893 День назад +6

      @@joebk44 true, it would be rad to see Sandro or Angie stop by to hangout with these two

    • @JamesTheCarGuy
      @JamesTheCarGuy День назад

      @@joebk44if the OG donut guys leave and come here they will go under let’s be real

    • @doctorb.5893
      @doctorb.5893 День назад +1

      @@JamesTheCarGuy i wonder how many people only watch the baja build and RMS

  • @jfighter004
    @jfighter004 2 дня назад +567

    THIS 👏🏻 IS 👏🏻 THE 👏🏻 CONTENT 👏🏻 WE 👏🏻 WANT 👏🏻 (and top gear style cheap car modifying road trip adventures) but just some homies working on cars on a garage in a professional format! Also I love the setting, a regular, so-cal garage with palm trees outside is perfect

    • @unclebadger597
      @unclebadger597 2 дня назад +2

      Oh hell yes! Flop Gear?

    • @jmyuh8130
      @jmyuh8130 День назад +1

      “road-trip for under 10k” is one of my favorite genres for car youtube

  • @Kamakzibarista
    @Kamakzibarista 9 часов назад +2

    I'm glad you guys are going back to videos that are helpful, honest, and just feel REAL. (Like hanging out with your car buds, building and troubleshooting each others cars.)
    Keep it up!
    You've got a solid fanbase here that will stick with you guys.

  • @SuoisXius
    @SuoisXius 3 часа назад +1

    An uninterrupted 32 minutes of pure engine-building joy, free of sponsorship. I'm glad you two went and I'm glad you found something you want to do again!

  • @tylerjameson4702
    @tylerjameson4702 День назад +326

    The fact this is number 6 on trending shows how much everyone loves these guys. Met both of them at SEMA and they were so genuine and engaging with everyone

  • @NicholasWellcome
    @NicholasWellcome 2 дня назад +983

    This is the level of depth I'm looking for when looking for some automotive entertainment. Not a full-on tutorial that would be 20+ hours, an overview of the build process, the neat tools involved, explanations of what you're looking for and why things are being changed. I really appreciate this level of detail because I know how long this took and how relatively short this video is.

    • @pilotdog68
      @pilotdog68 2 дня назад +22

      I was going to say I want a little bit more. They did a ton in this video and I worry about them running out of content.
      Maybe not 6month build series, but I would have watched another 30min video about this engine build for sure.

    • @cuchutrain
      @cuchutrain 2 дня назад +16

      I imagine they pitched this idea a couple times and were probably told that it wasnt a good idea. A quick glance at the comments indicate that it was a very good idea.

    • @travismassingale7801
      @travismassingale7801 2 дня назад +3

      I agree this video makes me feel like all i have to do is get the right tooling and maybe i can do the engine work on my VG30ET. Time to yank that bad boi out!

    • @doctorb.5893
      @doctorb.5893 2 дня назад +1

      vice grip puts out a 3 hour video, next thing you know it's over, really depends on the host. i cant sit through a 90 minute movie, but Derek is always on his game.

    • @NicholasWellcome
      @NicholasWellcome 2 дня назад +2

      @@doctorb.5893 To me Vice Grips is more like automotive ASMR/white noise; put it on a secondary monitor, do something else, listen to the funny Derek-isms, place bets on when he'll get to the brakes, very possibly fall asleep.

  • @meganbillings6484
    @meganbillings6484 12 часов назад +1

    I never comment on youtube videos but I had to say PLEASE keep making content like this. I love that you took time to teach skills like how to read mics and feeler gauges, and other basic stuff that new gear heads need to know to be good. Also great that you show how someone can do this in their garage with the right tools. I'm obsessed with this channel now.

  • @todesgeber
    @todesgeber 3 часа назад +1

    Jerry has no idea how a project car works. IT'S NEVER DONE.
    you get it running with everything you have and save up for the big boy parts. so you can actually enjoy it. otherwise it'll just sit while you wait for parts or funds.
    can't wait to see Jobe rip that S14. it's going to be GLORIOUS.

  • @bradkordwitz3641
    @bradkordwitz3641 2 дня назад +571

    One of the only car channels I’ve heard go for a Harbor Freight run. I’m all for it, keep this format for which most builds happen.

  • @bclose710
    @bclose710 2 дня назад +1036

    Hey guys, mechanical engineer here and this is the content I loved to watch on donut. I remember Zach doing the money pit episodes in the garage/driveway on the Miata and I was hooked. I really enjoy the builds in the garage because it is something we can all relate to. This is very informative and you don’t need to spend big bucks to do this. Please keep it up!

    • @reachtrev69
      @reachtrev69 2 дня назад +20

      That's the exact series that brought me into donut as well

    • @christianhatleli2309
      @christianhatleli2309 2 дня назад +16

      Why would you tell people you are an engineer, you are almost universally hated for making all of our lives harder

    • @bclose710
      @bclose710 2 дня назад +6

      @@christianhatleli2309hey man, it wasn’t me! I love working on cars, I can’t say the same for all of my colleagues.

    • @su5518
      @su5518 2 дня назад +2

      @@bclose710how hard is a mechanical engineer I want to do the same thing but I'm afraid

    • @travismassingale7801
      @travismassingale7801 2 дня назад

      @@su5518 just apply, You can get a Engineering degree online through Embry-Riddle and many other schools. Don't syke your self out, thinking you cant do it.

  • @SeanKStephens
    @SeanKStephens 3 часа назад

    I like how this show makes this kind of work accessible. Many of us have done this kind of work in our own shops. I've grown tired of automotive shows showing the installation of parts that cost half my annual salary and they just carry on with it like just anyone can do it. This show is just regular guys doing car stuff. This is awesome!

  • @AeroSRQ
    @AeroSRQ 7 часов назад

    yea you guys could NOT have nailed a pilot episode better. videos like this is exactly why i watch. no crazy clickbait, perfect educational content, the fun personalities you guys are know for, and most importantly PROGRESS instead of stretching all that work you did over 3-5 videos posted biweekly. thank you guys!

  • @flacht_6
    @flacht_6 2 дня назад +1339

    This is the beginning of a new era.

    • @dantheman1689
      @dantheman1689 2 дня назад +8

      so excited, can’t wait to see them on this new journey!

    • @Pliniopwps
      @Pliniopwps 2 дня назад +9

      hell yeah boys are back to the shit we love

    • @Kenny_2283
      @Kenny_2283 2 дня назад +11

      They gonna hit million subs soon 😭 and they just started. Just goes to show how many ppl who watched donut, only watched for both of them. Including me lmfaoo

    • @xboxdonut1886
      @xboxdonut1886 2 дня назад

      Nah, I think it’s just sticking it back to old roots. And this is something that is refreshing to all of us.

    • @TheEchelon
      @TheEchelon 2 дня назад +3

      Nah, OG Donut videos were like this and that's what I subscribed for back in the day

  • @liamjasperse5501
    @liamjasperse5501 21 час назад +1

    Just rebuilt my first engine today. Coming home to this felt like reliving the joy of the day again - keep up the wholesome vibes

  • @thekris4378
    @thekris4378 День назад +1

    Back to your roots and what you love. I love it. The mechanic and the engineer starting over, with freedom to do the videos that you want‼️Awesome‼️🚘

  • @TanguDisen
    @TanguDisen День назад +220

    The media will suffer greatly without these men, damn donuts. That channel's heart and soul was you guys. All I can say is that I'm glad you two can now pursue your interests!

    • @liajet24
      @liajet24 День назад +1

      There has to still be a connection to Donut. The logo is the same, the editing seems similar.

    • @dfw_carthings
      @dfw_carthings День назад +4

      @@liajet24as a videographer and editor, it’s not hard to study the editing styles and techniques to make things similar, they both still follow donut though, but i don’t think this channel is connected to donut

    • @liajet24
      @liajet24 День назад +4

      @@dfw_carthings that's fair. I wonder if it's moreso them finding their own style which takes some time. Its definitely more slowed down and less geared to the attention span of toddlers like Donut is, but I still see a lot of the Donut influence/inspiration/hangover currently.

    • @k-aw-teksleepysageuni8181
      @k-aw-teksleepysageuni8181 23 часа назад

      @@liajet24 Maybe thy have one of the editors/videographers from Donut helping them as part of their team now?

    • @goober239
      @goober239 22 часа назад

      bot

  • @ramsapien
    @ramsapien 2 дня назад +461

    Gotta love how they went over the tedious measurements of the bearing surfaces instead of just doing a generic time-lapse. This channel is dope. It’s a new era for car RUclips.

  • @RtoioBnoiy
    @RtoioBnoiy 10 часов назад +1

    I'm not sure when I stopped watching Donut videos, but I can assure you that this is exactly the kind of content I've been wanting to watch again. Simple, no-nonsense builds! Love it! Cannot wait to see more!!

  • @travis7353
    @travis7353 13 часов назад

    Two dudes you’d want to be friends with doing what they love. As someone who doesn’t know cars so well I love learning from you guys and seeing the process. Easily 2/3 of my favorite people from that other channel and hoping for the best with this new direction! Tell Jerry to have some confidence, you guys will be a top channel in no time!

  • @KreepaEvoX
    @KreepaEvoX 2 дня назад +353

    This is peak Car You Tube and I love it, the right amount of explanation, demonstration, camaraderie, anticipation for the job to be done... THIS is how you do it... wishing you all great success

  • @mafiasro
    @mafiasro 2 дня назад +256

    no clickbait ! no time wasters ! no bull***t ! straight to the build ! worth every second of my time !.

  • @alphadotexe644
    @alphadotexe644 10 часов назад

    I loved the original run of Money Pit and this is immediately calling back to that. Money Pit is part of what made me want to build projects and now I have a piece of junk sitting in my driveway that likes to run only sometimes. I'm super happy to see that you guys are doing exactly what I've wanted to see for a long time.

  • @mattwilde3329
    @mattwilde3329 15 часов назад

    Oh snap. This is what we wanted. Thanks for doing what you're doing while staying humble and respectful to the folks at donut. You guys are gonna crush it, best of luck to the journey ahead.

  • @Blakek.
    @Blakek. 2 дня назад +348

    Looks at broken RB in my garage ... picks up wrench! Ive been waiting on this video for 3 yrs. Thank you for the inspiration!

    • @bigtimebigtimebigtime
      @bigtimebigtimebigtime  2 дня назад +114

      Yes!! You got it!

    • @ec9313
      @ec9313 2 дня назад +17

      @@bigtimebigtimebigtime Meteoric rise in subs we're here for you brothers . Congrats!

    • @travismassingale7801
      @travismassingale7801 2 дня назад

      yup same here, not a RB but a VG30ET i gotta get going on it. I dont have the micrometers tho. I bet i can find some for cheap.

    • @jessebrook1688
      @jessebrook1688 2 дня назад

      ​@@travismassingale7801Don't go too cheap. The tolerances should be pretty tight for engine work, which frequently needs 10,000ths of an inch accuracy. Cheaper tools sometimes can't give you that.

    • @travismassingale7801
      @travismassingale7801 День назад

      ​@@jessebrook1688gotcha, I really meant like already used, or 2nd hand but ty for comment.

  • @Erowens98
    @Erowens98 День назад +144

    This is the content i wanted. Love how "in depth" you went. Its not just some "slap this bit into this bit" content. Particularly enjoyed the bit on bearing clearance.

    • @codyrobs0
      @codyrobs0 День назад +3

      genuinely want to learn about what i am watching not just watch. love these guys

  • @nikkipaineification
    @nikkipaineification День назад +1

    The OG Money Pit vibes from this video is setting the precedent of greatness BigTime is going to be and my heart couldnt be happier!

  • @matthew_Gue
    @matthew_Gue 6 часов назад

    It's so nice to see you guys sticking together and making your own brand. Cant explain how thrilled I am to see you guys getting your hands dirty and working on things that not only we love but you guys love aswell

  • @kylephillips115
    @kylephillips115 2 дня назад +313

    So refreshing to see Zach actually enjoying what he’s doing again. Incredible how much happier he seems and you can tell he’s finally doing what he wants to be. Been missing this format out of the garage!!

    • @jasonb6570
      @jasonb6570 2 дня назад +18

      Agreed. The original Money Pit was the reason I subbed to Donut in the first place. This is the kind of content I'm here for.

    • @stone5against1
      @stone5against1 2 дня назад

      @@jasonb6570 .. I started watching donut after their collab with Legal Eagle hahaha I know that's a stupid reason but.. hey here I am

    • @RolandMorris-tf7bq
      @RolandMorris-tf7bq 2 дня назад +4

      Yes! Money Pit was awesome and the whole reason I watched donut so this is awesome.

  • @liviubita4238
    @liviubita4238 День назад +70

    Do you guys know how a breath of fresh air makes you feel? This is my breath of fresh air, this kind of camaraderie, enjoying working on cars just because. We all needed it, admit it!

  • @sleo2215
    @sleo2215 22 часа назад +1

    This, plus a weekly episode series like Up To Speed hosted by Humphrey, is the absolute perfect car channel. Great stuff guys.

  • @agastrogaming327
    @agastrogaming327 2 дня назад +462

    Its amazing to see everyones support, it shows how many people love them. 6 days and almost at 1 million.

    • @alexdavis9324
      @alexdavis9324 2 дня назад +52

      We all would much rather watch two passionate guys than corporate bs

    • @van3158
      @van3158 2 дня назад

      @@alexdavis9324100%

    • @CubeReviewsUK
      @CubeReviewsUK 2 дня назад +9

      @@alexdavis9324 goodbye donut, hello Bigtime

    • @ec9313
      @ec9313 2 дня назад +4

      (Walter White) "Goddamn right"

    • @petrklicz6939
      @petrklicz6939 2 дня назад +1

      @@CubeReviewsUK did you see the differenece in views "against" donut? It says alot by itself

  • @AdamSilva-ot3xi
    @AdamSilva-ot3xi 2 дня назад +475

    For me the best part is that they are outside, in a garage like most of us, tools everywhere, parts everywhere, the sun and most importantly friends to "help". Stop the videos inside warehouses where you only see walls. keep up the great videos guys!

    • @thegamingrhino5864
      @thegamingrhino5864 2 дня назад +14

      So true about being outside. Something about being outside the garage is refreshing

    • @theinfinitymachine9610
      @theinfinitymachine9610 2 дня назад +8

      It makes it feel more real for me bc that's how most of us fix our cars. I don't have a car lift or a shop, just my backyard 1 stall garage.

  • @funnyman540
    @funnyman540 10 часов назад

    This is an absolutely beautiful video, the chill music, the moments of just turning the wrench and no words need to be said, it's just great.

  • @Awnawbruh
    @Awnawbruh День назад +1

    2 videos, 1 million subscribers. Goes to show yall were so loved at donut that we followed you on your next steps, cheers to your future success🙏🏼

  • @Manimal747
    @Manimal747 2 дня назад +152

    Coming from a non car guy, these were honestly the type of videos I loved on Donut. Relaxing, informative and good spirited videos that you’d think wouldn’t appeal to someone not into cars, but it totally does. You got this, fellas.

    • @legoshi6531
      @legoshi6531 2 дня назад +2

      Exactly, the Miata series was so fcking good, you could learn so much from those, car guy or not.

  • @boombaby16
    @boombaby16 2 дня назад +325

    Nearly 1 million subscribers speaks volumes for how much people missed this content, and I can only imagine the number would be higher if all of Donut's subscribers were still watching all the videos and saw your announcement.

    • @tmlmagee
      @tmlmagee 2 дня назад +6

      exactly what I was thinking lol, 1 week after the announcement, essentially 1/9th of Donut's yt following has migrated here

    • @shawno8253
      @shawno8253 2 дня назад

      Holy shit! I didn't even notice, the last time I checked the subscriber count it was less than 100k. This channel is going to be a fun ride!

    • @brycedunlap
      @brycedunlap 2 дня назад +2

      Nearly 1 Mil with two videos is wild!

    • @DLight616
      @DLight616 2 дня назад

      Donut gained nearly a million subs since they announced they were leaving.
      Donut was at 8.2mil subs now they are at 8.8mil.
      What does that say? Maybe people are happy they are leaving?
      Oh, and donut had 8.2mil for 7 8 months they literally gained that since the big time announcement.

    • @tmlmagee
      @tmlmagee 2 дня назад

      @@DLight616 social blade says otherwise lol, they lost 10k subs yesterday

  • @DarkCybrid
    @DarkCybrid 13 часов назад

    Love to see a car channel actually about building and working on cars again. Gratz to you guys for doing what you felt right. Can't wait to see where this channel goes.

  • @dislocatedshoulder7986
    @dislocatedshoulder7986 9 часов назад

    It is also apparent that you have a great team behind the production of these videos that already has a good dynamic. Everyone off cameras doing a great job!!

  • @poppy11th
    @poppy11th 2 дня назад +279

    We’re in the midst of an automotive RUclips renaissance and I’m loving every second. RUclips should never be big corporate machines. RUclips was and always should be small teams and individuals.

  • @mini_bike
    @mini_bike 2 дня назад +167

    00:01Already almost 1 mil subscribers in 2 videos good stuff guys 😂

    • @asthecitysleepsofficial
      @asthecitysleepsofficial 2 дня назад +11

      We all know who was carrying Donut lol

    • @mini_bike
      @mini_bike 2 дня назад

      @@asthecitysleepsofficial honestly

    • @nick_g
      @nick_g День назад +2

      1 million now

    • @bluedude7491
      @bluedude7491 День назад +1

      Literally they had 800k with one video. Not sure the exact amount but when I watched a couple days after the first vid dropped they alr had 650

  • @lancehoward5468
    @lancehoward5468 8 часов назад

    This is the exact video I’ve been waiting for ever since the money pit Miata series. This nails the exact same vibe that series did, and it’s what drew me into working on my own cars. SO excited for this channel and where it goes!

  • @fattypros82
    @fattypros82 8 часов назад

    What I love is the fact that the video makes me think ‘I could do this in my garage!’ If I had the time! But I don’t, so I will live vicariously through this content. Look forward to more Zach, Jer, Eddie and Big Time team!

  • @shadowuaw-0001
    @shadowuaw-0001 День назад +45

    "I love when you have the right tool, AND it works."
    Yeah, I feel that one with my soul, dude.

  • @HindyLevine
    @HindyLevine 2 дня назад +229

    Damn Donut media is gonna be hurtin without these guys. Y’all were the heart and soul of that channel. I’m just happy you guys get to do what you wanna do now!

    • @shiraishi1
      @shiraishi1 День назад +1

      Yeah all their subscribers and viewers here babyh

    • @hydrocarbon8272
      @hydrocarbon8272 День назад +4

      F corporate stooges & private equity firms that ruin creative companies. True creators will risk it in the wild, and that's why so many people are here.

  • @ALEXANDARRR42
    @ALEXANDARRR42 21 час назад +1

    I'm a Porsche guy myself but I'm excited to watch this build!

  • @aaronpreston47
    @aaronpreston47 8 часов назад

    I’m so happy for you two, I hope you continue with DIY videos too. Like the old cold air intake out of plumbing parts or building a subwoofer box from scratch.

  • @Christopher-bx8qs
    @Christopher-bx8qs День назад +226

    Please please please never lose the vibe of this episode. It feels like I’m watching a modern version of what my dad did with his friends to their Impalas and C10s

  • @kylesheperd8958
    @kylesheperd8958 8 часов назад

    I love so much that these guys and Donut both uploaded a video the same day and this video has two and a half times more views. It really shows how great the dynamic is between these two and what the people really want to see.

  • @mightycarmods
    @mightycarmods 5 часов назад

    Big Time x MCM collab - I can smell it already

  • @DaddyK1tt3n
    @DaddyK1tt3n 2 дня назад +244

    This channel hasn't been in existence for two weeks yet and it's about to break a million subscribers. Well deserved! These are truly big time numbers.

    • @DismemberTheAlamo
      @DismemberTheAlamo 2 дня назад +2

      A lot of Donut subs came over also. A lil easier than just starting from zero.
      Dont get me wrong, im not saying they dont deserve it.

    • @kizashikaze9066
      @kizashikaze9066 2 дня назад

      Good catch! Definitely well deserved!

    • @DLight616
      @DLight616 2 дня назад

      ​​@@DismemberTheAlamo yup. If they started from zero they might not have ever got there.

    • @glossyfpv1155
      @glossyfpv1155 2 дня назад +1

      ​@@DismemberTheAlamoi mean technically they started Donut from zero so they've already done the hard work. Being able to start a new channel with a mil subs in two weeks without any of the people from donut just confirms that these two guys and what they are doing is exactly what the people want.

    • @TheReal_JG
      @TheReal_JG 21 час назад

      ​@glossyfpv1155 Both Jobe and Jer debuted at Donut when it was already a big channel, but they definitely helped that channel get bigger. I can't wait to see them do what OG Donut used to be.

  • @cooperday664
    @cooperday664 2 дня назад +234

    Seeing the return to classic car building in the garage with your buddies is super refreshing really excited to see where this channel goes

  • @oat.cortadhoe
    @oat.cortadhoe 6 часов назад

    One small detail missed. The RB25 is notorious for burning valves and generally recommended to do a leak down test or just send it to the machine shop for a valve job while the head is off.

  • @alexh.3389
    @alexh.3389 2 дня назад +226

    These dudes are the only reason I was still subscribed to donut and tbh this is what I would rather see any way. Legit car content rather than just “top” lists. This is going to be great.

    • @hord1827
      @hord1827 2 дня назад +5

      After seeing this video I’ll just unsubscribe from donut now. This is my new fix

    • @patricklang7162
      @patricklang7162 2 дня назад +5

      @@hord1827that’s what I said the minute donut told us that Jerry and Jobe are leaving and making their own channel. Just hope they do not let Nolan on this channel.

    • @genehutchinson5560
      @genehutchinson5560 2 дня назад +2

      Deadass bro. As soon I started seeing them on there less and less the more I stopped watching donut. But I still watch their stuff occasionally

    • @anthonyliso6791
      @anthonyliso6791 2 дня назад +3

      Feel you. Though I do miss some b2b too...

    • @alexh.3389
      @alexh.3389 2 дня назад +1

      @@patricklang7162 I fully agree with this. I’m sure he’s a good dude in real life but he’s cringe to watch imo.

  • @rtgskullfox
    @rtgskullfox 2 дня назад +148

    this video is perfect. we have needed this for years. normal dudes building a motor. not fully billet block fancy $15000 build. nope. just bearings. cleaning and teaching those of us who dont know how to build a motor how to re assemble it. thank you guys. keep this up. you are now in my youtube rotation.

  • @Billchatz
    @Billchatz 19 часов назад +2

    I smell some Mighty Car Mods influence in this venture. Funny how that trip down under was not long ago. Love it.

  • @FWDSUXARSE
    @FWDSUXARSE День назад

    For us fellow gear heads this is some quality therapy. I love doing things like this on my own cars. It's almost zen like. If you know, you know.

  • @realdoinky
    @realdoinky День назад +78

    The simple style of editing without loud flashy transitions, shouting, and loud music is just delightful to watch.
    Watching a bunch of friends building cars in a simple garage is just the refreshing content that we need. ❤

  • @SweetShifra
    @SweetShifra 2 дня назад +161

    The format that is supposed to be less "commercial" is actually more appealing, that's what we love you for, keep doing a great job guys.

  • @juliantil2856
    @juliantil2856 10 часов назад

    it feels just like what it is, some friends just having fun working on their cars and i love it

  • @Otoro_29
    @Otoro_29 19 часов назад +1

    I’m glad real car content is being made again. I enjoy watching you guys and hope to see more vids like this. Gets me motivated to work on my car or my friends cars again

  • @monakopushisu
    @monakopushisu День назад +50

    You 2 were a huge inspiration for me. Jerm ironically enough pushed me towards pursuing an engineering degree because he made it seem like it was possible to learn. I loved watching the old school money pit and high low, and know the spirit of those two live here! I have nothing but excitement, appreciation, and good wishes for you guys!

  • @vles007
    @vles007 День назад +35

    Donut was my favorite channel on YT for a very long time BECAUSE of these guys, and James. It slowly went down my list when they started becoming more and more corporate/automated. I absolutely cannot wait to see what these boys have in store for us! I really hope to see all the OG Donut boys make appearances too. I would love it if JP became a regular part of this channel, his humor and charisma would lend well to the technical know-how of Jobe and Jerry. I have exactly ONE channel I hit the bell on since YT became a thing, and it's this channel right here. Make us proud fellas!!!

  • @mipko
    @mipko 7 часов назад +1

    this must be one of the fastest 0 to 1M growth I ever saw on RUclips. Hats off guys

  • @triumph_abroad6125
    @triumph_abroad6125 13 часов назад

    Such a great video. Brings back Miata Money Pit vibes, which is how I got into Donut originally. And videos about cars like this make me realize how narrow-minded I was growing up in the 90s, looking down on JDM and Japanese imports. Now I find myself scouring marketplace looking for project cars. Thanks guys!

  • @stephen3164
    @stephen3164 День назад +51

    I’m very impressed. Have watched car builds on tv and youtube for decades, but have never seen someone do all the measurements you are doing. Usually it seems people buy the parts listed for a particular engine, and just slap them together.

    • @Petyr682
      @Petyr682 14 часов назад

      Exactly! I've never seen such well explained and demonstrated build, even showed us how to use the tools.

    • @bdawg735
      @bdawg735 13 часов назад +1

      They did a really great job with editing it in a way that's not overwhelming but still informative and something you can learn from.

  • @Mark_Sodapopinski
    @Mark_Sodapopinski 13 часов назад

    Thanks for making a video that has the nostalgic 90’s powerblock Saturday morning tv programming but with today’s touch and with you two hosting.
    Best of luck, make what you want, don’t let algorithms stop you.

  • @cheshire5830
    @cheshire5830 3 часа назад

    This is like ASMR of car building Jerry and Zach are going to crush this for years to come. I was laying in bed watching this with my 3 year old son after his nap and he had so many great questions!

  • @peterslaby9782
    @peterslaby9782 2 дня назад +172

    Production values look great. Keep pushing guys, you're on the verge of something BigTime.

    • @alexdavis9324
      @alexdavis9324 2 дня назад +9

      You can definitely tell these guys have years of experience under their belt. Great video

    • @thesign6879
      @thesign6879 2 дня назад +10

      Missed opportunity, "you're on the verge of something bigtime"

    • @peterslaby9782
      @peterslaby9782 2 дня назад

      @@thesign6879 I edited my post!

  • @anydaynow01
    @anydaynow01 14 часов назад

    If this is the direction the channel is going, with the build detail and inviting the community out for events, I'm all in for this.
    Hope you guys make it out East in the near future for some events at Road Atlanta and VIR.
    Also can't wait for the BigTime merch store to go live so you guys can take our money and turn it into some more awesome content!

  • @allanhallett
    @allanhallett День назад

    I don't usually watch engine rebuilds, but the commentary and the humor are well-balanced and the music is spectacular.

  • @Sam-rk6lq
    @Sam-rk6lq 2 дня назад +146

    Taking an old, rusty, worn engine and cleaning it up, putting fresh parts on, and adding mods to fix some issues with it is just so therapeutic. So excited for the rest of the build!

  • @benton211
    @benton211 День назад +99

    I was a mechanic for years. This reminds me of my buddies getting beer and pizza, so I would do their timing belts, converting old d15s to multi-port, chasing down electrical issues. I can relate to multiple trips to harbor freight, and doing what you can with not quite the right tools. This feels real. I already like the new channel

  • @RECTALBURRITO
    @RECTALBURRITO 7 часов назад

    I'm glad you're getting back to it, i think we all agree, we're so happy y'all are doing this.

  • @Kevin_2435
    @Kevin_2435 21 час назад

    This was an awesome first outing for the channel. You two are two guys that I feel like I could hang out with and wrench on cars with. That's the appeal here is that you both are so relatable and down to Earth. Can't wait to see what you guys have coming out next. I'm so ****ing excited I can't believe it!

  • @user-xw4sg2gj2l
    @user-xw4sg2gj2l День назад +257

    Yes, Yes, YES!!! The world needs this actual educational commentary with a dash of spicy flav. As a DIY mechanic of 35+ years I’m so amped to see content with mechanical details and process explanations. You’re making the world smarter by sharing valuable info, sooooo rare online these days. What a start to Big Time! Thank you!!!

    • @tylersparks6059
      @tylersparks6059 День назад +2

      I’m 17 and i have a little car myself and I’ve always wanted to get better at working on cars but it hurts to watch unedited content because of my gen z attention span so this is exactly what I wanted

    • @SeylaDimitri-fr7
      @SeylaDimitri-fr7 День назад

      😊😮Sie ist vielleicht einfach die bescheidenste und herzerwärmendste Person, die es gibt❤❤️❤🥹😲🫠

  • @SweetShifra
    @SweetShifra 2 дня назад +168

    I love that despite no longer being part of a huge company, your production value has not gone down at all
    Love you guys and please keep doing what you love, because it’s what we love

    • @fritglassware9165
      @fritglassware9165 2 дня назад +12

      its because they were the production value all along

    • @sebl1250
      @sebl1250 2 дня назад

      @@fritglassware9165cuz the production value was never big money, it was BIG TIME

  • @mikaelkanerva1591
    @mikaelkanerva1591 6 часов назад

    I hope Jerry can now make all the motorcycle content he wants to. The R3 episode and buying a project bike were really solid videos and it was sad no more came of them.

  • @codyrobertson8917
    @codyrobertson8917 22 часа назад

    I love this video, the environment of 2 bros chilling in the garage working on cars while being super informative is the type of content i want

  • @jcar1203
    @jcar1203 2 дня назад +54

    This actually feels like me and my friends working out in the garage. This is gonna be magic as long as we can keep this format.

  • @PsykZeus
    @PsykZeus 13 часов назад +1

    relatable video, super great explanation of things. even though you're a genius under the hood it amazes me how easy you make it to understand even complicated projects. the banter the garage, the project.... its all amazing!!! so glad you guys did this!