Ask Ed 35 - Engine Building Mistakes, Chasing Oil Pressure - Ed Smith w #BarryT #enginebuilding

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In Ask Ed 35, Ed Smith and BarryT discuss the challenges of building and priming older engines. From chasing oil pressure with a 5-gallon pail to figuring out where the distributor really belongs, this episode is a must-watch for classic Ford and GM engine builders — especially anyone working with a tired 302 or setting up a fresh rebuild. BUDGET Compression for Your Old 302 – How to wake up a tired Ford small block without spending a fortune Ed shares tricks to improve cylinder pressure on worn engines without full teardown Chasing OIL PRESSURE with a 5-Gallon Can – Priming an engine outside the box Real-world pressure testing and priming using a shop-built external oiling setup Distributor vs Oil Pump? – What drives what, and how they really work together Ed explains how the distributor’s gear engages the oil pump drive shaft — and how one can fail the other Engine Building MISTAKE Warning – The simple step that wrecks new engines Common slip-ups during assembly that cost big money if ignored Engine Oil Priming TIPS – What matters most when bringing a motor to life When to prime, how long, and what tools you actually need Where’s the Best Spot for the DISTRIBUTOR? – Tuning, and access This episode brings high-value tips for the engine bay — from seasoned DIYers to first-time small block tuners. Hashtags: #AskEd #BarryT #EnginePriming #OilPressureFix #DistributorTips #SmallBlockFord #EngineBuildingMistakes #Ford302 #ClassicCarEngines #GarageWisdom #EngineAssemblyTips #DistributorClocking #OilSystemTech #VintageMotors #EngineTech Join this channel to support us and get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdWWoazGfUAtcWVtZ13suyQ/join