A G Body LS Swap that even you could do! Cammed 6.0L LS & 4L80e Swapped Oldsmobile 442 G Body

If you are considering an LS swap for your G Body, we installed a cammed 6L and 4L80e transmission into a Oldsmobile 442 with a complete swap system from Holley Performance to show you exactly how easy this G body LS swap can be.
Doing your own G body LS Swap? Get all the parts we use on our G Body Ls Swap Kit here -
zerotosixtyperformance.com/shop/ls-swap-systems/chevrolet/1978-88-gm-g-body/1978-88-gm-g-body-ls-swap-kit/
Not interested in a kit but want all the part numbers? No problem! Go here to get the complete list of part numbers -
zerotosixtyperformance.com/shop/ls-swap-systems/chevrolet/1978-88-gm-g-body/g-body-ls-swap-kit-part-number-list/
If you like this video, please like and subscribe! Have a question on this swap or any other ls swap? Drop us a message below!

[@ruipereira9559]

That's the best looking G body ever made. Ditch the 307 boat Anker replaced with a sweet 6.0 litre. Sweet!!! . Great job and video

[@newking70]

Anchor

[@buildachevy6341]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/qnPVqqamac91pNk Chevy caprice Gbody Short Bed

[@zelly1327]

I think it’s so cool that you answered many questions even some of the same ones multiple times !!!!

[@cutlasscrazy6081]

Beautiful car. Thanks for sharin the knowledge and keepin the G bodies rollin. 💪🇺🇸🦅

[@loganmills4047]

Really nice. So cool for you to share all your hard work.

[@MichaelSPalmer]

Great build, David!

[@my1vice]

Wow. That's a really good looking Cutlass..... Nicest I've seen in a long long time.

[@timothyvandyke-lc1oi]

Clean build g body has came a long way...can't believe how these frames and body's match.6.0 will make that 305 ..look like a tractor motor

[@gbodyrush]

Love the Gbody Ls swaps

[@newmantv5668]

I have own and loved the G bodies for over 30 years. I am telling you that is one of the baddest street g bodies I have seen.

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

Thank you 👍

[@orlandor4866]

I need to hear it start ! Got to hear this beast

[@daniellemariejohnson-kent8323]

Considering an Ls swap on 82 el Camino, thanks for the video!

[@tywanjackson2320]

That's sweet. My 87 just hit 95,000 original miles everything works on my car. I just got me a 350 turn-key crate engine. I'm a simple guy i still want that original look just a bit more juice on the pedal.

[@totallynotkadince6764]

Where did I pick this up

[@carleynorthcoast1915]

Some lowriders in the 90's had the wheels painted like that, it's a nice look.

[@RONZiLLA702]

Fresh ... Thanks for the informative information.

[@draysgarage8877]

Great info.

I appreciate you doing this swap want the most simple swap right at the end of my v8 swap in a 1996 jimmy wow what a hard one it was and is .....ill appreciate it more i guess

[@mr84ttop34]

Thank you for sharing! Soon as I saw the 442 I immediately subscribed! I am wanting to ls swap my 1984 Hurst Olds.

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

If you have any questions regarding the swap feel free to ask!

[@mr84ttop34]

@@Zero2SixtyPerformance Thank you I definitely will.

[@my1vice]

Keep the original motor..... They only made 3000? Maybe 3500.... Something like that.

[@qunicetoole7497]

You did a fine job with the build-up and installation of the 6.0 liter LS it's time to hear /see it run ...There's so many LS engine builds /swaps out there on KZbin, you see the completed engines, but you never see the finish product placed / installed up & running in the vehicle and driven daily, so the viewer can see the final results.

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

Thank you. I will keep that in mind for the next video 👍

[@efranrios5460]

@@Zero2SixtyPerformance what engin motor mounts did you use in trying to do it for my 71 buick skylark

[@focused313]

Never? There are thousands of videos with that exact scenario.

[@lazynow1]

These guys did a real nice job, most of the LS Swaps on You Tube are just shit boxes on 4 wheels, and terrible....

[@albertolara735]

​@@Zero2SixtyPerformance.where you located

[@cowill8674]

🤗😳 I have the same year and going the same route👍🏽

[@BigTweez9]

Nice swap

[@brandonratliff5125]

Everybody was waiting for you to start it

[@residentialservicesplus.1049]

Great job

[@colbysmith5266]

clean setup

[@marks9676]

Love it !!!

[@mr.gunsglore7670]

Idk how old this is but I really like the info u went into and how far u went with it

[@stevenallen6245]

I got an 350 olds in my 84 2 door cutlass I jus put a throttle body on it and I was going ls but I thought about it and changed my mind I lov the power I get out of my olds 350💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾but dont get me wrong I lov those ls swaps my friend ls swapped his 87 chevy monte carlo ss we did it in no time it's super easy I see why everybody does this swap my fathers friend did an ls swap on his 70 c10👍🏾👍🏾

[@WhistleTeets85]

Those replica Olds factory rally wheels are super nice, they look really good on the car. 😎

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

I think so too!

[@marks9676]

Got a 1986 GMC caballero that I would love to do. It still has the stock 305 motor . I know that’s unheard of these days 😮

[@LionsTigersBears]

Would sure like to do this or have a cutlass all done. Its amazing... Turn key...

[@chimcb1957]

Dope set up

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

Could not agree more

[@slep_p]

you inspired me to take my 83 delta 88 coupe and ls swap it, awesome work!

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

Heck yeh! Thank you! If you need any help feel free to reach out.

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

Heck yeh! Thank you! If you need any help feel free to reach out.

[@slep_p]

@@Zero2SixtyPerformance will do! especially if you kit will fill in most of the gaps in a B-Body GM

[@spellyspell8758]

My ls3 swap deff easy with the parts

[@baldo5097]

Asome video boss I'm looking into doing this swap on my 84 cuttles supreme

[@vcalv9354]

I have an 84 cutlass supreme brougham on that I'll be doing the same thing on.

[@MichelleObamaIsAManNahMean]

72 El Camino coming to you from St Pete hopefully within the next three months.

[@fukoff5658]

I’m looking into doing a swap on a 1970 caddy deville any info or tips would be appreciated

[@richardlangford2658]

Beautiful

[@oscarlewisjr.8380]

Great video, please start that thing up so we can hear it next time. Nice Job!

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

We just added a start up video! Check it out kzbin.info/www/bejne/aIang3lujb6de80

[@princesharkboi5378]

@@Zero2SixtyPerformance I need a parts List I just got me a cutlass an I really want to do it myself I just need to want ever part I need

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

@@princesharkboi5378 shoot me an email, I will put a package together for you. [e-mail]

[@jackperry9369]

Ty sir meeded this

[@mrkingkarolina3175]

Nice video

[@mariovargas166]

Nice build! How can i want to Ls swap my Monte Carlo, can i get a list of the parts you used?

[@MrTay0121]

Nice install. Are you going to make a video of it running and driving?

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

Customer picked up the vehicle. We can certainly do a running and driving on the next one!

[@micquealbrooks9914]

Cool like that

[@808chevykev]

Nice swap👊 I'm getn myself familiar with LS swaps as much as I can and I see a lot of guys change out the accelerator pedal to electronic for the throttle body? Is that something that you did also or is it not necessary and is optional?

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

We actually used a cable throttle body on this car. It's not necessary to switch on any swap.

[@Zelaznogsiul-63]

I would love to do that to my 80 trans am, but It is beyond my financial powers. Great video.

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

Thank you! Well if you ever decide to take on the project yourself don’t hesitate to ask us for help!

[@Zelaznogsiul-63]

@@Zero2SixtyPerformance thank you, I am not far from you, I can walk to your shop.

[@patrickmacord8725]

Great video! injectors does the Trail Blazer intake use? Did you have to cut the ears on the 4L80e? Are you using the stock torque converter?

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

36lb injectors. Yes you have to cut the ears off. Stock torque converter.

[@disolejunk]

Super clean. I have same intake and tb on s10 swap, did you ever drill or make 1 where that crankcase breather can go through factory 3 bolt tb?

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

I have not… I would just get vacuum from another source. Typically I would would a 3/8 bung in the intake tube.

[@moneymakingcurt5195]

What size belt did you use for that pulley kit

[@geechieboi17s47]

Would you do a breakdown video on your swaps? Also I would like the parts list on this swap. I’m helping a friend swap his and he just wants something simple that isn’t going to break the bank to much. Thanks in advance

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

What all would you like us to break down? Shoot me an email and I can get you a parts list. [e-mail]

[@YerBrwnDogAteMyRabit]

​@@Zero2SixtyPerformance That's seriously awesome of you, I wouldn't have actually expected a response. Fantastic job on this too!

[@wrenchracers2083]

Did you use a Holley in tank pump? And if so how did you get the level sensor to work with stock gauges?

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

Yea we did. The sender is a 0-90ohm just like the factory

[@frankmendoza6337]

I like the cold air intake did you make or purchased it

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

We fabricated it

[@cliveharman7237]

Great build and swap.the swap would vastly improve performance and gas mileage over the old 307,305 Chevy small blocks of the 80s era. One question what battery are you using once the swap went in? Also what axel you using?

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

I belive that car had an optima red top in it. Rear end was the stock 442 unit.

[@tremainmarks6130]

@@Zero2SixtyPerformance how much u charge to do the swap

[@chrisreed255]

Nice bulid looks like high quality work but whats the Hp to the Rw??? Thats the main thing to all LS swaps or why even do one if yur not trying to make more power thats reliable isn't that the whole reason for a swap lol

[@MRRANDOM1]

Subscribed, what are you using to run your Factory Tach? Thanks keep up the great work

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

The tach output from the Terminator

[@yogie90262]

Clean cutty! I have a 88 MONTE CARLO SS and I have the 6.0 swap but my steering knuckle hits the header looks like you have an extended one is it out of another car? Or do they sell them extended...would appreciate your help!!...thanks

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

That is likely due to the mounts and headers you are using. This swap used mounts and headers from Holley. 0 fitment issues. Stock steering components were used

[@jamesmcintire3800]

Would the parts list be similar for a 77 Cutlass? Subscribed I want to see more of this beautiful car!!

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

There would be a few items that are the same but you have an A body so it would be a little different

[@mike-yb8vi]

You gotta have the ac hooked up man

[@rparks580]

What are the rims and tire size that you have on this car? They are sick!! Please let me know!

[@ESEDOOR]

How much would this be to get mine done I have an 1988 cutlass and this is exactly what I want, great job

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

If you were to drop off your vehicle, you would be looking at roughly $18k installed if you wanted a swap just like this. Alternatively, you can purchase all of the items used in this swap right off our website! - zerotosixtyperformance.com/shop/ls-swap-systems/chevrolet/1978-88-gm-g-body/1978-88-gm-g-body-ls-swap-kit/

[@phreaktor]

How much modification from a stock 307 motor exhaust install was there mating it up to the 6.0? Like did you have to make any custom piping or brackets? Which Pypes mufflers?

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

You have to make a 12” extension to the headers/manifolds. The exhaust mounts just like the factory exhaust did. Pypes Street Pro mufflers

[@josephperry9497]

Where do I find the parts list you mentioned you were putting together? Would love a copy of it for myself. Thanks

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

We have a kit available to purchase of the our website. I did not make a list of everything but I could it that would help people

[@everythangchevy]

Great video! I'm in the midst of doing a 6.0/4L80E swap on a 79 Chevy Malibu Classic 2 door! Wondering about the trans crossmember? Help?

[@gloriamaletta8667]

I got a crossmember for my 1984 Monte Carlo SS from honest charlies he specializes in g-body parts a long time ago in the late 90s for a 700r4 transmission when the car had a old style 383 smallblock in 2008 the engine was swapped to a LS2 and the header collectors didn't line up with the humps in the crossmember so my mechanic cut it in half and rewelded it back together painted it and installed it its still in the car and have never had a problem with it l don't think Honest Charley sells these anymore but jegs sells one that looks identical for 128 dollars it will need to be cut and rewelded so the collectors line up with the hump on the collectors hope this helps

[@everythangchevy]

Thanks! I appreciate the info

[@SuperLattifa1]

Hey David I have the same combo ready to drop in my 82 el Camino.What the best option to use for drive belt accessory setup to clear the PS box?

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

We used the Holley in this car and in pretty much all G body's we do. Holley mounts are pretty tight to the box. BRP mounts are a little further away

[@ze_german2921]

How would you rank Holley Terminator to a GM ECU as far as every day drivability?

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

100% better

[@jasoncopp5500]

I wanna do the same thing to mine where do I purchase this kit I wanna keep all my gages original just like yours I got the 6.0 and a 4l80

[@Vr30Boostlyfe]

Would've been nice to hear it, but great video.. Thx

[@23steph13]

Great info. Nice install. The Escalade and corvette engines will have to run on premium gas?

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

Not necessarily. It really comes down to the tune. We have plenty of customers with engines tuned on 89.

[@23steph13]

@@Zero2SixtyPerformance thanks. Thinking about doing a 73 century with LS swap.

[@ajrichards5121]

Hey, I have a 70 Nova thinking about a swap, I’d like to gather up all the parts first before I dive in my concern in fuel systems what’s needed

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

Easy. We can hook you up with everything that’s needed. Shoot me an email. [e-mail]

[@misterbean8213]

Supee clran cutty man, classic look with way more power. I have a 1956 chevy 150 (v6) and want to do an ls swap. Do you have a package for my vehicle. If not what type of ls and trans do you recommend? I would have to change out my rear too wouldnt i?

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

The whole kit is here - zerotosixtyperformance.com/shop/ls-swap-systems/chevrolet/1978-88-gm-g-body/1978-88-gm-g-body-ls-swap-kit/

[@josegonzalez8907]

What’s up buddy I like the way you did that LS swap I’m doing one on my 86 Regal where can I get a radiator like that and is it 3 or 2 row?

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

2 row. We can send you one. Shoot me an email [e-mail]

[@jeffreyforeman9282]

How did you do the wiring for the air conditioner using the Holley Terminator X?

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

The AC functions independently from the Holley. We used the AC request wire as an input to kick on the fans and idle up.

[@cutlass708]

Did you ever get that part list i would to try this build in my garage myself

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

zerotosixtyperformance.com/shop/ls-swap-systems/chevrolet/1978-88-gm-g-body/g-body-ls-swap-kit-part-number-list/

[@themacofalltrades573]

Holly stuff all works but its too high for a shade tree guy like me. Guess ill still be sending cpu off to get tuned and drilling holes and labeling wires until i can afford it😅 great build and beautiful car guys

[@liveandletlive2894]

Same

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

Aint nothin' wrong with that guys!

[@mawkuzking1979]

Did you use the high Holley accessory drive or mid? I want to go with mid but I haven’t seen or read anyone using it.

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

We used the high mount on this car with the truck balancer. The mid mount has similar dimensions to the truck balancer so it would fit.

[@rafaelsandoval7077]

What did you get that for l80 for from? And can you use a all-wheel drive transmission off a Tahoe or 4l60 for a El Camino? Would it work same thing as a Cutlass? Really nice. Really nice build. I like how clean it came out. That's exactly how I want my car to look

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

Rwd 2500 truck. Awd would not work without changing the tail shaft. 4l60 fits in Any g body

[@giocalvin1523]

how about the drive shaft? did you make a custom made one or can you use something else?

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

We made a new shaft

[@johnnyfive3872]

How was the clearance of the passenger side with the heater box. Any issues with having to relocate the coil?

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

It fits. It’s tight but you can fit the coil and plug wire

[@amandamitchelfrye1603]

I'm wanting to do the same thing to my 82 el camino.

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

I personally own a 82 el camino.. I say go for it!

[@vegoknights284]

I appreciate it so do you sale the package yourself?

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

Yes we do. Shoot me an email and we can get you set up. [e-mail]

[@kenbelton7169]

Hi I was wondering do you sell turn key motors like this one

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

Yes we do. Shoot us an email [e-mail]

[@CurryBoiLive]

😊 nice

[@fuckingcadillac1]

My dad has a 79 cutlass he wants to put in a gen 3 non vvt hemi in. Any advice or kits would be really helpful if any.

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

Yeh.. convince him to put an LS in it. Or.. send it down, I'll be that one guy to make that happen. No one makes anything for something like that

[@haydenderr6728]

Can you share what air intake that is feeding into the tbss? I have the same set up.

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

We made it

[@Wbroach24]

Have you guys done any LT G-body swaps? I can get an L86 and 8l90e for a decent price and was wondering about the differences in things needed between these new motors and the LS's for swaps.

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

We have. As far as getting it in the car thats easy. BRP makes mounts and headers that will drop it right in. One thing to consider is the LT will not have a power steering pump. So you have to either get the bracketry from someone like ICT Billet and adapt a pump to the engine or run an electric pump like one from a Volvo. The fuel system will work just fine with a Corvette regulator just like the LS swaps. Hope that helps!

[@Wbroach24]

@@Zero2SixtyPerformance Thank you

[@Wbroach24]

@@Zero2SixtyPerformance I found a kit that uses a 90'-95 chevy 1500 power steering pump with a smaller pully after looking for awhile but, like I said I have a bit before I even Pull the trigger on this swap anyway Thank you guys for the response :)

[@barngoldllc]

What did you guys do with the harness that was on the right side of the engine bay? (Located under the a/c box) I’m doing a 6.0 swap and I’m running the sniper and msd box and wanted to know if I could do away with all of those wires? I shaved my firewall and play on installing vintage ac as the summer approaches but wasn’t sure if I would need any of those wires.

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

You can get rid of a lot of those wires. We typically cut down the factory harness to use only what we need. I can’t tell you exactly what we take out but we definitely clean it all up as much as possible

[@edwardgrenfell8609]

I've got 85 elco picked up 96 z28 ls1 with 6speed Manuel trans.whats your suggestion on conversion.

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

Holley everything. Makes the swap super simple

[@omarlee2690]

What was your top end specs. Cam, heads, springs. Also who did your ecu.

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

Motor was an LQ9 pullout. We re gasketed the engine and installed a Summit stage 1 hi lift truck cam. We do all the install/tuning in house.

[@OOLilDel]

Do that 4l80e take a noticeable amount of power away compared to an 4l60e in the gbody? Trying to see should I keep my 4l60e or switch to 4l80e before I install it. I have an 79 2door Malibu 6.0 swap with 3.73 posi rear

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

In my opinion and power that would be taken away would be worth it in the end. The 4l60 is living on borrowed time even in a stock application.

[@OOLilDel]

@@Zero2SixtyPerformance so u do get a noticeable power difference?

[@bigblood9748]

Thank you . How much do you charge just labor?

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

All cars are different but anywhere from $7-10k

[@AFO1]

Nice job, it looks clean. What's the cost on a swap into a third gen F body?

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

Roughly $21k installed

[@tmangan327]

You were able to use a 4L80E without modifying the shifter or the original trans tunnel?

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

Yes and yes

[@gearhead1234]

Quite a commercial for Holley… lol

[@baims8367]

Need to do the jeep Cherokee steering shaft

[@vinsonmiles3501]

Did u have to mod the drive shaft or the trans cross member ?

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

Crossmember is from Holley. Yes you have to make a new driveshaft

[@AACultivators]

Yes Sir, approximately how much would it cost to a build like that on my 82 Cutlass Supreme two door.

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

If you were to do this build exactly like it is in the video it would be roughly 18k installed

[@bryanleal9836]

do you offer manual transmissions options or the same mounts can work for let us say a t56?

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

It's the same mounts

[@swampbass6494]

I am doing a swap on a 83 Monty G-BODY! We’re did you get your motor mounts from?

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

Holley

[@iamgoat3035]

hey dude, im doing a 84 cutlass ls swap and wondering if that blower motor and AC condensor thing in engine bay passenger side is all ac related or does that blower motor work the heater too? my car came with a discharged ac and beat up twisted hoses and also aftermarket heater hoses and alot of silicone around ac connections and heater hoses. i was resigned to losing ac before buying the car but now that ive swapped out old motor and installed LS motor ive found out the heat core attachment hoses are almost completely fuking squashed and i cant actually believe they were blowin heat before and didnt leak. now today to top it off i was trying to pry my tranny fill tube from under the lip of ac box and broke a big hole in the ac box. knowing all this i mightve deleted that entire box especially if its JUST AC not heater related

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

The ac core and heater core are all in that box

[@mannysolis4588]

Hey I want to do a ls swap for my 68 chevelle just don’t have the time . How much would it be to get it done

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

Depending on the engine and transmission used for the swap the price can vary. The typical 6L and 4L80 swap is roughly $16-18k installed

[@travishayward126]

Did you have to do anything to the drive shaft?

[@Zero2SixtyPerformance]

Absolutely. A 4l80e is nothing close to a factory driveshaft