Jumping Hurdle after Hurdle with this LS Swap: 1955 Mercury

[@eightrak5320]

Bruised or cracked ribs are very pain full! Last Friday I fell for the third time in several years at the age of 68. Can take months to recover, meanwhile in constant pain just breathing. Sleeping is a nightmare. I'm in pain with you Jim, hang in there, you're are a great asset to Chad and Jolene, and I'm there with ya. I especially enjoy the shows where you are helping. Best of wishes my friend!

[@BadChad]

The push is on, vote for Jolene here ➡ miss.jetsetmag.com/2022/jolene-macintyre

[@franksgarage8551]

I hope Jim sees a DR, cant take it for granted that you will just heal up. Been a tough winter for a lot of people. Too darn cold here in manitoba, and way more snow than i like. Projects didnt happen this winter because of the cold and snow. So its great to watch, keeps me thinking. I get the budget build thing. We arent all well off and able to throw endless money at a build. I respect the build it with what you got mentality.

[@kevinmcleod3741]

Yesterday you mentioned you added an egg to your radiator to make it to your destination . Lol that brought back memories of when my friend and I were on our way camping in NB we used all the eggs in our possession just to make the camp ground . The old Ford 302 comet purred like a kitten but spit fluid like a guyser. Fun times . 1972 was a good year . Oh it was a fishing trip but ended up as a fix and repair weekend . It was all good though . Thumbs-up Jolene 👍 and 👍 Chad in and out the engine goes time and again until it's all done you may have it out and in up to 5 to 8 times less or more determining how much modifications you put in it . 👍

[@mattcasoni]

I’m glad you showed not everything goes so easy. I know you’ve said it before that once you modify something it effects everything but we just watched that happen. Thank you Chad and Jolene

[@edsingbeil5487]

Put floor jack under trans tail so you can lift it to the desired height Before jacking it, remove the intake so you have a flat machined surface. Put a degree meter or level on the engine machined surface, read that. Jack the trans to the desire clearance then check the degree change. When you pull the engine, you can easily mock that up to be able modify your engine mounts to exactly what you want. Great job so far.

[@edwardbroyles9738]

I feel you about the ice & snow, making it almost impossible to get around. Just hunker down and stay warm!! I remember in the early 70s in Denver Colorado, we had about a foot of snow and 30 days of below freezing weather. We had packed snow turned to 6" of ice. The downtown streets had twin ruts from the cars. You had one choice: follow the ruts! But back to your build. I've said it before. You don't do big budget builds. You fabricate what you need to make it work.

[@stevenknight3287]

You know what they say Bad Chad, if it were that easy everybody would be doing it. There’s nothing you won’t do, your good at whatever you do. We’re all learning. I’m glad I have the chance to learn from you Mr. Heliz

[@bossownermanager8536]

it was a very pleasant ride with you yesterday it's a real pity you didn't get a chance to see more of the Studebaker but if you persist you will get to see it when the ice melts

[@joelmacleod17]

Run a straight edge across the two supports that hold the louvers, and run it up and down, wherever the straight edge hits is where it has to be clearanced. Awesome work, thoroughly enjoy it. Jolene has my votes. 👍

[@michaelanderson3771]

Loving this Mercury Chad. A support rib under the louver panel end near that firewall will stop the sag and also prevent it flexing and hitting the manifold whilst driving. You could put a slight convex roll to match the rear firewall profile and a a couple more support ribs on the underside mid panel to reduce the flex that will occur on that centre lover panel. Looks fantastic now. Waiting to see it painted. What colour will you do the engine bay. The coral would look good in my opinion.

[@jazzking99]

hi chad & jolene. elvis is coming along. this part of the process is very critical, with all the clearances, angles, etc, but being very careful now will pay off in the end with a solid build. keep it up!!

[@markdutka3774]

Getting it to this point takes a lot of small adjustments but that's what it takes to move forward. Thanks Mark Dutka Oakville Ontario Canada

[@stevebanacka4140]

Putting the engine wire harness on the engine is easier and faster with the engine OUT of the car. Everything is accessible. ie, starter, cam sensor, transmission connections etc. With the harness laid out on engine everything should line up. I have done engine harness swap outs on the same engine more times than I can count. I work for GM at the Fort wayne truck plant. Get well soon Jim. Love the show.

[@marklopes2047]

Chad I noticed the motor is pushed back in to the firewall on Elves that car is going to handle like a train on rails with the engine placement grate job on that I’m not a Ford guy I’m a Chevy guy but I can’t wait for it to be finished and on the road for a drive keep up the good work guys and keep make these videos

[@shanekelly9974]

I just wonder how much the rubber engine mounts will give when you take off from a stop , is a 1/8" clearance going to be enough to stop the engine from rubbing on the louvers because that car is pretty heavy.

[@fredhoman6101]

Great video again,it's a lot of thinking and watching when it comes to assembling everything,wish Jim is getting well soon again,keep up the good work,thanks for sharing

[@daleficklin1607]

A lot of effort goes into building a car and watching your videos proves that. Wish I had the ambition and resources to accomplish it myself. Great videos!

[@jeffsegneri3226]

Concerned about Jim and Jolene hurting. This has been a hard winter. All the best, I have a buddy I work with from time to time that is a lot like Jim. Special souls.

[@jerrylalande4566]

I'm working on my 63 Corvette and using a lot of your great tips thanks

[@DoubleRRestorations]

I'd put am old school LS conversion intake on this car. I think it would look more the part and give you plenty more clearance. I know you don"t want to throw a bunch of money at it, but I think the car is worth it and it would be well spent. Nice work BTW and I hope Jim gets to feeling better.

[@Tjones87]

I'd shave the intake smooth (there are several videos on doing it) and paint it to match the car. Will look amazing & also give you quite abit more room under the louver panel

[@Jimsathome]

I hope Jim has a speedy recovery. Tough weather there with all the snow & ice.

[@johnboysshopofdreams4712]

Looking forward to hearing this car running. Really waiting for paint day.

[@jimcoplan9502]

VOTE for JOLENE! Elvis is coming along now that the engine and trans are in place. More progress each day. Chad and Jolene are doing great!

[@CplDan]

Get better soon Jim, I’ll be praying for you buddy.

[@sonyatibbett6310]

Sorry you are hurt. Get better soon. Sending positive thoughts.

[@ate-updesigns9186]

Another cool video....yes that ice can definitely get ya if your not paying attention and careful and sometimes it gets ya anyways...hopefully Jim heals up soon and back on his feet...still pulling for jolene for jetsetter...probably right...$$$ getting involved...but anyways Elvis is coming along and it looks like everything fits like a glove...awesome job...cya tomorrow

[@michaelmarrett6423]

The car is coming along nicely. I think it’s really going to be beautiful. I’m sorry to hear that Jim hurt himself. If I lived where you guys live, I would wear golf cleats whenever there was ice on the ground, and I would just change shoes when I came inside the shop or the house.

[@kennethlotzgesell4903]

Your doing a great job with this build. Can't wait to see the motor run.

[@burthurt8365]

You and Jim both should get these pull on snow cleats for hikers , they have carbide ice spikes . My girlfriend got me a pair , theyre cheap and boy do they work . I too am getting older , those bruises last a little longer every year . The ice cleats work great and are easy on and off , like seconds .

[@dennisbarnett1995]

hi jolene and chad, glad you got the motor set in place..thank you

[@briquetaverne]

You and Jolene are machines. I don't know where you get the stamina to do what you do every day. You're awesome and I like your philosophy of always keeping busy.

[@speedsk-fq9kn]

Chad, just wanted to mention that I thought i saw the louvers hitting the intake manifold on the driver side about mid way back. it looked like it 13:45 in the video. just look right over top of the throttle body and when you press down i cannot see space and it appears to teeter. just thought it would mention it just in case.

[@fordmustanggtish]

Putting in a motor it didn't come with is as difficult a chopping a top sometimes. Great work Chad. Looking forward to the next video.

[@larrycrandell7493]

always impressed at how much work you can do during 1 short Video Great work Thanks for letting us ride along

[@dumpsterd7148]

when you are out riding around look for a junk motor and trans that you can gut/ scrip out to use as a mock up with two different oil pans gutting the engine and tranny will make them lighter and easier to put in and out for mock ups and can set outside when not in use as they are only used for mock up you can also have stock exhaust manifolds set for a car and set for a truck which usually exit in different configurations for mock ups as well

[@jamescoppola8914]

It was nice day for Sunday funday only saw a little bit of 55 studebaker I was never in Nova Scotia but it was a nice ride with the Hiltz

[@johnnydanger57]

Send Jimbo regards and get well fast! And the arm is called the idler arm, the pitman arm connects to the steering box.

[@cannabisticannabisticino2718]

There are still a lot of little things to fix, but it's nice to see the work progress. Great job guys. 😎👍 Greetings from Switzerland

[@josephcriss7870]

Is there a decorative cover that goes over the intake manifold? If there is your louvers won't fit. Secondly, the air intake tube that goes on the throttle body on the front of the manifold may also cause you some issues. I feel you need to have all the intake accessories mounted to see if you have room for your lever cover.

[@justinbabula6730]

They Said it would be easy they said it would be fun. 😜 Been watching your channel all week since I found it even the live videos when I get home from work its perfect time grab my coffee and pull up KZbin to watch Bad Chad.

[@davidsimpkin1213]

I hope Jim is feeling better.... ribs take along time to heal... again Jolene good luck to you 👍🇨🇦👏

[@jeffsmith6374]

Thanks for video Chad and Jolene, I was late tonight, I enjoy them very much on a daily basis, keep up the good work you two👍✌

[@robertrwhitten]

I love watching you transform these cars. Keep up the good work. Not all of us have your talent.

[@026dave]

Hopefully Jim is ok and recovery is fast for him . And Jolene will make it to the top. Keep up the good work Chad you guys are the best.

[@billhoward7730]

Hi Jim, I am sorry to hear about your fall I hope you recover quickly. Maybe they will send nurse Fina over to help take care of you. Get well soon. Bill

[@glenscott4342]

Chad not only do you build amazing cars you are the Jordan Peterson of the car world. As you build you also unconsciously throw in life hacks and lessons buy telling the truth. There's more to be learned than just car building from this man, salute

[@ShowPhil]

Keep up the great work Chad & Jolene!!!! Learning a ton from you that I am using over on my bagged '52 Chevy 3100 project I'm documenting on my channel :)

[@stevebroander2119]

Thanks for the Drive yesterday, Nova Scotia looks very nice, kinda like Ohio. I located your shop on Google Earth and you and Jolene are standing in the front yard with your dog. LOL

[@andrelozier5008]

Hi Chad and Jolene, Glad to see you got the engine mounts and transmission issues fixed. Keep up the great content. Take care and God bless.

[@franzlo1]

Can't wait to see the finished product Those colors will look great together

[@henri-paulhinse426]

It's nice to see the progress of the project. Thank you for the video.

[@weathereddog7650]

Interesting. I'm starting my first l S swap in a 57 Chevy tow truck project. I'm learning with you , Thanks.

[@ourhoosierhome9935]

Voting for Jolene everyday!!! Come on everybody let's put her in first place!! Vote!!

[@ronhonig]

I like the way this build is progressing. Thanks for sharing.

[@edlafortune1007]

If you put your louvers in the brake and put a fine crease in them it will hold the center of the louvers up . Great job

[@donsummers11]

Love the mechanics and Jolene's camera work. It's the best on youtube.

[@sunnysideup5546]

You're working it out! Looking really nice, terrific build!

[@waynerutter5807]

Great feeling when a plan comes together. No matter how small the task, it all has to be done. May have to modify the louver pan but that's all part of building unique cars.

[@garagehack2060]

Jim it was great to see you at the shop. So sorry about your fall. Please take care of yourself.

[@barriecollins6838]

It's great to see it all coming together now Chad and jolene it sounds like you have got the engine sorted out. Keep up the great work the both of you 👍 👏

[@jessieleary8196]

Love this keep it up do you think that a spacer in the motor mount to use less hardware with one bolt and less likely to bend with motor movements

[@TheOldaz1]

Get well Jim, can't afford to be lying about. Car is progressing nicely, probably seems like slow progress, but that's usually the way these things go - it takes time to get over all the hurdles.

[@jonathontaylor8861]

Nice progress, getting the engine Futher Back helps with handling and weight distribution, many hands make light work, best wishes to Jim and Jolene for a speedy recovery.

[@ejharrop1416]

Gas cooking is the best, well proper hardwood grill, smoker ribs still the best. Great video and no problem is too tough for you. Thank you, take care and peace out. Good luck to Jolene!

[@darylmorgan9887]

Wishing Jim a speedy recovery. Steering component is an IDLER ARM Chad and nice to see everything fitting so far. Vote for Jolene every one i am. Good Luck

[@joecochran9976]

Hats off to you...1st place on work ethic. Rolling around on concrete kicks my ass at 60 years old, get those knee pads on or you'll have a fake one like me. Addicted to your channel, like an old woman with "days of our lives". Stay safe.

[@jtuck6065]

Unless you do LS swaps for a living they are never truly easy. Only people that say they are have never actually done the swap. They’ve just watched a lot of videos of others who’ve done them. A lot goes into them and they’re not cheap either. With that said, this car is going to benefit greatly from the upgrade 🙂

[@curtisnewcom22]

Chad, weld your extension to the crossmember instead of the motor mount then if you ever need too change the motor mount you can.

[@Gscalenut]

Even though tightened the extension mount tabs will still move if knocked when removing the motor. Ideally you should tack weld them in position prior removing the motor. If not and the extensions are fully welded then it will cause issues later on reassembly.

[@mikejanes6225]

Happy Valentines Jolene! Glad to see the modified motor mounts will work.

[@kevinching1975]

Happy Valentine's day Chad and Jolenehope you will have many more to come, Great build Chad Elvis would be delighted. Not good news on Jim, hope he has a speedy recovery and is back up doing what he does best.

[@brunocoutant4204]

If bad chad can't make it, nobody can't... Very big job on this 1955 Mercury. Bruno from France.

[@gregmca8]

The lines and proportions on Elvis are perfect. I hope you have keyless entry and wave your foot to open the boot (trunk).

[@fonhollohan2908]

Hey chad why does the tab's on the engine mount that you had in your hand, that you used to explain that there was play available to tilt the transmission. Those tabs where the holes are drilled in them for the bolts, why does it appear that there is very little metal available on those taps? after the hole has been drilled in them. They look very skimpy, there is very little metal left for the bolt to go through afterwards. I don't think those motor mounts are very safe to be honest with you.

[@ka4hpy]

Elvis is looking good! I love old Studebakers... Learned to drive in '59.... Jolene just got another vote from me...

[@niamakhtar2234]

Pitman arm is where the linkage attaches to the steering box or rack. I think this is a steering idler linkage. May be called something else in the HuS of A or Nova Scotia. Where people are experts at gingerly treading on ice ior frozen over ponds etc!!!

[@ryaneverly84]

Double check your distance between firewall and steering box to make sure a heim joint will fit. Looks to be a little tight. Im also confident you'll getr done.

[@joshlavoye9429]

31:17 Bless you Jolene. Hope your back gets better

[@kevinbrown1549]

Most people don't realize what it takes to build a custom...there are so many little, but important decisions to make, that make all the difference in a complete project.

[@kennit24972]

Get well Jim. Jolene you might want to try an expandable back brace for your back. They have an air pump that expands the brace and takes pressure off the disks. Works great for me when my back goes out.

[@jeffreycrossin427]

It's amazing everything that goes into engineering a car.. Because that's what he is doing hes not building a car hes engineering everything to work on the car one step at a time. And everything reflects on everything elso in everything else you move one thing it moves 10 others.

[@lesmcdonald9975]

Love the work looks awsume you could modifiy the mounts on cross member to raise the engin rather than weld On the Motor Mounts

[@KevinJStoll]

I know it would cost for a new oil pan. But I would play it safe and get that low profile pan just to have more clearance and peace of mind knowing the pan would clear the steering and the ground when lowered. Just a suggestion.

[@garry7263]

I'm sure you would have no problem building your own oil pan. Would be cool to see you build it. I was gonna say that if you don't weld those tabs, the engine would snap.

[@JohnHartman22]

I'm glad you don't have to modify the louvered area and the motor fits good.

[@f150bc]

So get the golf shoes out when you get outside on the ice, you and Jim and Jolean and sharpen those spikes , you can swap out the shoe's when you come inside. Tell Jim Vitamin d 3 and k2 and eat jello and cheese to get up and about quickly.Good luck 👍.

[@dalebruce8253]

Come on every one vote daily for Jolene we have got her this close keep going 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@howardbennett2896]

Good luck Jolene. Keep up the great work Chad speedy recovery Jim.

[@mark110101]

Another informative if a little frustrating to fit things in, But that's the fun of changing things, I suppose, great work as always, and Chad and Jolene, please let Jim know we in the chat are thinking about him, we also wish him a speedy recovery 🙂

[@JimmyMakingitwork]

wow, sounds like everyone needs shoes with ice spikes on them up there right now? Hope Jim will be ok soon and isn't hurt too awful bad? That LS engine is going to be awesome when you first drive it, you'll see. Car will be sweet!.

[@trentcarter8232]

It may be a pain, but LS swaps are the modern thing to do. looks like everything is coming along smoothly. Great work. It is too bad about Jim, I pray he has a speedy recovery. I would message him, but I cannot find his profile.

[@ronprzech4067]

You work like I do, it seems youy put everything back at the end of the day, makes it easy to find stuff the next day

[@nboldrini]

You have a lot of 1/2" gaps during this install. That took some damn good eyeball measurements. Good job, Chad!

[@williamverbeke4561]

LS swaps are not always easy to make everything work but thank you Chad and Jolene for everything you do!!!

[@bigd2203snuffy]

A little ingenuity can make or break a project car. Thank you for another school day!

[@CammyWammy1234]

'Ol Elvis looks pretty dang good all laid out like that. I am concerned when you raise the transmission up, that maybe your hood piece will not be in contact with the intake. We will see.

[@KoalityofLife]

Theres always so many little things to make when you're building a hotrod. Love seeing it coming together. :)

[@wrecklessracing23]

If oil pan clearance to the oil pan is that close could you cut a piece our of the pan and alum weld a piece back in with a slightly different shape with extra clearance

[@baldanddangerous1572]

LS swaps are not always easy thanks chad and jolene

[@phyllisbenfield6703]

sonny benfield. I,m not familiar with LS engines. what is mounting difference between it and regular 350 ? I put a 350 in my 53 mercury and only had to drop the tie rod plus mounts.