Benny's Custom Works

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  • Premiered: Apr 2019
  • Episodes: 258
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Season 2
2x1
CRESTA- Engine Out
Episode overview
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Jan 03, 2020
Fresh off the boat from Drag Week, MCM Nationals saw the cresta's cylinder temperatures outside normal parameters causing the engine to go into safety mode. Thinking the problem was .. show full overview
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CRESTA- Engine Build
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Jan 11, 2020
We head over to Empire Mechanical & Racing to build the cresta's engine stronger than ever!
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CRESTA- Engine In
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Jan 17, 2020
Benny throws the Barra back into the cresta, ready for Summernats skids & even faster 1/4 mile times!
2x4
CRESTA- Haltech Display Dash & 3D Printed Mount
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Jan 24, 2020
Benny installs Haltech's new IC7 display dash into the Cresta using a 3D printed mount.
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Fire Donation Car- Lexus 4WD
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Jan 31, 2020
As the fires continue to burn through Australia, we decide to help out our local community & give away some cars to people that lost theirs.
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CRESTA- Summernats, Dyno & Drags!
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Feb 07, 2020
Benny sends it.
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Cresta- Tuning on a Hub Dyno
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Feb 14, 2020
We pay Tuning Fork a visit planning for more power. However, not everything goes to plan..
2x8
CIMA- Exhaust
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Feb 21, 2020
Benny upgrades this Nissan Cima's exhaust after the old one was too worn out from touching the ground at break neck speeds due to its unique running gear.
2x9
IS200- Intake + Drags
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Feb 28, 2020
Benny makes a custom intake for the recently installed supercharger. Previously making a 16.7 naturally aspirated, we hit the drags!
2x10
Cresta Fuel Pump Upgrade (Primary & Secondary)
Episode overview
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Mar 06, 2020
A lack of fuel as indicated from the last hub dyno visit has lead us to a fuel pump upgrade in this episode, before we head back to push the envelope in the near future.
2x11
IS200 - Haltech 750 'Piggy Back' Method + Throttle Body Hack
Episode overview
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Mar 13, 2020
Benny piggy backs a Haltech 750 off the current ECU along with some non conventional adjustments to the throttle body for better performance & immediate throttle response.
2x12
IS200 - Supercharged Drift Build - Wins & Fails on the Dyno
Episode overview
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Mar 20, 2020
This weeks episode should be titled epic win/ fail compilation, but it's just a standard dyno day.
2x13
Drifting Wet Circuit (Sydney Motor Sport Park) - SPARESBOX EVENT
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Mar 26, 2020
With the IS200 finally ready for the track, Benny sends it around Sydney Motorsport Park's Wet Pan Skid Circuit.
2x14
Defective 180sx - How to Make it (pretty much) Roadworthy
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Apr 01, 2020
Gian's 180sx has been collecting dust for over a year now, so finally we give it the TLC it deserves.
2x15
180sx - Dodgy Brakes, External Waste Gate (Screamer) & Clutch Line Delete
Episode overview
Air date
Apr 07, 2020
After the 180sx broke down on the drive home (not even kidding), Benny rectifies the issue by showing us how to replace the factory clutch line loop with a simple braided line. The .. show full overview
2x16
Benny's NEW Custom Wheels... For His New Car!
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Apr 15, 2020
Whats Japanese, Built in the 70s, & has a Chrome Bumper? Bennys new project car! He then explains how to measure up custom lips for some pre-selected wheels.
2x17
CRESTA- We Broke It (Dyno, Jamboree, & Drags)
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Apr 22, 2020
Benny brings us up to speed with the cresta after we watch him send it down the 1/4 mile where it all looks promising... until it doesn't.
2x18
180sx - Broken Diff = Upgrade Time!!
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Apr 28, 2020
The 180's diff is noisy & worn out, so Benny cracks it open for a side by side comparison of old vs new, explaining some differences (no pun intended) along the way.
2x19
Sigma - Building Coilovers (Now in FULL Colour)
Episode overview
Air date
May 05, 2020
Follow along the adventure as Benny dives down the rabbit hole of building his own coilovers! For about half the price of decent 'off the shelf' coilovers, Benny shows us how to build .. show full overview
2x20
Sigma - Built Coilovers !!
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May 13, 2020
We pick up where we left off, getting these coilovers built & this sigma slammed!
2x21
Ford FG - Airbag Suspension & Ferrari Wheels
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May 19, 2020
Benny throws in some rear airbag suspension to assist braking & handling efficiency when towing heavy loads. Ferrari wheels also essential.
2x22
CRESTA - R35 Coil Pack Conversion
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May 26, 2020
After running a custom setup for these R35 coils packs, PRP have a new Barra Kit so Benny's going to upgrade!
2x23
Trailer - Wiring From Scratch + Drag Week USA Announcement!
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May 29, 2020
Benny's building the Cresta a trailer, sharing tips & tricks for wiring it up!
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CRESTA - Gearbox Re-assemble as Preventative Maintenance
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Jun 02, 2020
The Cresta's gearbox has done a lot of work, so Benny decided to rebuild it early, in order to avoid potential catastrophe down the track.
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180sx - Brakes & Coolant Leaks
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Jun 05, 2020
Benny gives us some tips and tricks when dealing with brakes & coolant leaks as we continue the TLC mission on the Type X.
2x26
S13 - Drift Nissan V8 Conversion (Not an LS!!)
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Jun 10, 2020
After coming across an S- Chassis binned at the track, we took the opportunity to salvage the running gear with the idea of turning the blue s13 into the monster it deserves to be.
2x27
S13 - Drift Nissan VH-45 Engine Conversion
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Jun 17, 2020
We've acquired a second VH45... with a twist.
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Sydney Dragway: CRESTA + KNGFGX + KING32 GTR PB’s All Round
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Jun 23, 2020
The Cresta & KNGFGX go head to head, Maatouks' GTR goes for the world record, & even catch a couple of day ruining moments along the way.
2x29
FORD FG - Noisy Front End (Control Arm + Sway Bar Link Upgrade)
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Jun 28, 2020
Due to a noisy front end, Benny's upgrading the control arms & sway bar links to the 'Super Pro' solution.
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S13 - Drop in the V8
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Jul 03, 2020
With our race tracks starting to open their doors again, we're pushing to get the VH-45 conversion out there ASAP!
2x31
SIGMA - Brakes & Suspension
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Jul 08, 2020
The sigma is super close to getting a roadworthy certificate, however there is a problem with the brakes that leads Benny to give the front end a freshen up.
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FORD FG - Leaky Barra Hacks || Reseal
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Jul 15, 2020
Benny's daily is leaking oil & the engine will need to be removed, however being the main work & tow vehicle, it can't come off the road for long.. Here's how Benny's getting the job done overnight.
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FORD FG - Rebuilding Barra Wrecker Engine
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Jul 22, 2020
Benny's rebuilding the Barra wrecker motor as the over night engine swap continues to save his daily work ute.
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S13 Drift Nissan - VH45 | Rad Support Delete | Exhaust
Episode overview
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Jul 29, 2020
Benny continues piecing together the VH-45 conversion, & re-thinks the design of the radiator support with an angle grinder & welder in hand. There's been a lot of work done off camera too.
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SIGMA - Body Work + New Styling !!
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Aug 05, 2020
Benny tears off his stock mirrors and replaces them elsewhere, as well as patches up body pannels due to previous owner mishaps , with the help of a forklift.
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S13 - Running it to the boot !!
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Aug 12, 2020
Have a look at how Benny mounts the fuel cell, battery & secondary radiator into the boot, along with stripping the interior so he can run both coolant & fuel lines from firewall to firewall.
2x37
SIGMA - Glass Rattle | Electric Mirrors | Rear Visor Removal
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Aug 19, 2020
Benny shows us how to get rid of that annoying door glass rattle by replacing the Bailey channel rubber, along with wiring his re-located mirrors & removing the rear sun visor.
2x38
S13 Supercharged V8 - CHOPPED !!
Episode overview
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Aug 26, 2020
Benny hacks up the front rails & rad support.. for good reason.
2x39
2 in 1: CRESTA (Preventing Wheelies) // 180sx (Oil Leak)
Episode overview
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Sep 02, 2020
Benny's changes the suspension in the Cresta, explaining how it will help prevent wheelies. We also take a look at an oil leak in the 180sx, & cross our fingers it's a simple fix.
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V8 Supercharged S13 - First Start
Episode overview
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Sep 09, 2020
Benny & Nath crank the VH45 for the first time, however there is some problem solving required before we get to hear what this Frankenstein sounds like.
2x41
NEW PROJECT - R32 GTR unveil + first drive
Episode overview
Air date
Sep 16, 2020
Benny's had his eye out for one of these legendary cars for a long time coming. With his hopes high & his wallet empty, we take it to the streets before the hoist.
2x42
V8 Supercharged S13 - Close to the Finish!
Episode overview
Air date
Sep 23, 2020
Benny cuts more speed holes, shows us how to syphon fuel using an old fuel pump, & installs a simple custom breather for the fuel tank as we approach the final stages of the build.
2x43
V8 Supercharged S13 - Final Parts! Drift Pineapples, 1.5 Way Diff, Rear Camber Arms, & Front Support
Episode overview
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Sep 30, 2020
Now at the final stage of the build, Benny explains what handy parts to throw into help track specific cars!
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R32 GTR - Clutch Failure // Fix & Replace
Episode overview
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Oct 07, 2020
Clutch failure has left Benny stranded on the side of the road, but theres more to this than meets the eye; so today we take a look at what went wrong & throw in a new Excedy Heavy Duty Clutch.
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IS200 - Diff Cooler | Cut Out Boot
Episode overview
Air date
Oct 14, 2020
Drifting can be low speed, resulting in general overheating. In this case, Bennys preventing single pegging by installing a diff cooler... in the boot!
2x46
Sigma - HOW TO / DIY Sound deadening, underlay and carpet
Episode overview
Air date
Oct 20, 2020
The old smelly carpet & factory sound deadening is ripped out as Benny continues to transform the Sigma into the ultimate street cruiser.
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S13 Silvia - VH45 Conversion FIRST DRIVE + More work in the shop.
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Oct 28, 2020
The S13 gets track time as we test what needs to be adjusted, then fit the rest of the body work!
2x48
Flat White Cappuccino - Will it Start?
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Nov 04, 2020
After years of sitting on a farm, (probably under water), Benny turns the key.
2x49
IS200 | TRACK TEST - Supercharged vs NA
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Nov 10, 2020
Track testing! How much difference does the supercharger really make?
2x50
TRACK DAY | Supercharged V8 S13 Silvia & Lexus IS200
Episode overview
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Nov 17, 2020
Benny & Adam head to Wakefield Park to test the VH45 Silvia and newly fitted diff cooler in the IS200.
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Fox Body Mustang | How to Care for a Limited Use Car
Episode overview
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Nov 24, 2020
This is what you need to know if you have a weekender or track car! We're getting ready for a road trip to Drag Challenge with the Fox Body Mustang & Cresta.
2x52
Supercharged S13 | Brake Conversion Upgrade to R34 Callipers, Disks & Pads
Episode overview
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Dec 01, 2020
Upgrading to R34 Brakes in typical 'bolt on' style.
2x53
DRAG CHALLENGE | Box Trailer Prep
Episode overview
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Dec 08, 2020
As the Queensland boarder begins to re-open to selected areas of NSW, Benny prepares the box trailer to make the journey 1,000km North for Drag Challenge!
2x54
DRAG CHALLENGE 2020 | Ep1
Episode overview
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Dec 16, 2020
Benny & the crew head up 1000kms to QLD, & get geared up for Street Machine Drag Challenge 2020!
2x55
CENTURY | Road Trip Prep + NEW WHEELS!!!!!1111!!!!!!!1!!
Episode overview
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Dec 22, 2020
After giving the Century a new look, brake freshen up & service we need to go for a joyride to bed in the brakes.
2x56 Season finale
DRAG CHALLENGE 2020 - [Ep2] First Day Racing / Issues
Episode overview
Air date
Dec 29, 2020
First day of racing at Street Machine Drag Challenge 2020! A few dramas today, but the boys aren't letting anything stop their fun.

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