BIG UPGRADES For Bass Van Build w/ NEW Wheels BIGGER Tires & HEAVY DUTY Brake Install -EXO Car Audio

Who's ready to take this big audio build to the next level!?!? Today marks a VERY FIRST for me... installing new upgraded wheels, tires, rotors and pads! Spared no expensive choosing the highest quality brake parts and most heavy duty rated rims I could find 😀 Let's get this party started and increase our ride height in the process!!!
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Inside Today's DIY Installation:
1: How To Choose The Right Size Wheel
Choosing correct sized wheels for your car or truck isn't always easy. Today I show how I personally picked out brand new rims by using the stock measurements and maximum dimensions to gauge a good fitment.
2: Increasing Factory Tire Size
The current stance on the van isn't exactly the best looking, but after widening the tires by over 15%, the rear end doesn't look skinny and small from behind anymore. I increased rubber from a 245/70/17 to a 285/70/17. It should help improve ride quality by having a larger taller sidewall to cushion the suspension system. The profile isn't too tall to cause excessive body roll or left to right sway.
3: Removing Stock Wheels & Tires
Taking off the existing steel wheel tire combo, mounted with Firestone Transforce HT treads, designed for highway terrain but they don't have that aggressive looking tread I'm looking for. Avoiding a negative offset combo is extremely important.
4: Cleaning Rust Off Surfaces
Using a wire brush to clean any surface rust off the metal. Coating with lithium and silicone grease to keep things from getting stuck together. Seized up auto parts are never fun.
5: Removing Caliper Assembly
Had to remove the torque member bolts from behind the calipers to safely replace better pads. The hoses were luckily long enough to set the entire housing onto the ground without kinking or pulling on the brake hose line.
6: Installing Rotors & Pads
Compressing the pistons was extra easy, only had to compress each piston about 1/8 inch because the standard pads were barely worn down.
7: Painting Calipers Black
Sanding down, prepping metal, and masking off important areas with tape to paint the bare calipers gloss black. This will protect from rusting, dust, and prevent other forms of automotive corrosion.
8: Mounting New Wheels & Tires
Time to mount up the new combo! Weighing the same amount as before at 79lb, this new combo will help maintain a strong drivetrain without pushing limits on wear and tear for the differentials, gearing or transmission. The speedometer will also only be inaccurate by a tiny number. If my needle is at 70 mph technically I'll be traveling at 72.7 mph.
9: Burnishing / Breaking In Brakes
-After installing the brake job, it's very beneficial to "burn in" or "break in" the new pads and rotors. This transfers a layer of ceramic material onto the face of the rotor, adding to increased stopping power from adhesion. These transfer layers add performance when you need to STOP FAST!
10: Enjoying The AWESOME LOOK!
Aftermarket Wheels:
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Model: MR315 / Method 315
Color: Matte Black with Simulated Beadlock
Backspacing: 5.8 inches
Offset: Positive +25mm
Wheel Diameter: 17
Wheel Width: 8.5
Hub Bore: 130.81
Load Rating: 3640lb
Material: Aluminum Alloy
Weight: 28lb
Bolt Pattern: 8x165.1 / 8x6.5
Biggest All Terrain Tire Upgrade:
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Model: Bridgestone Dueler A/T REVO 3
Section Width: 285
Aspect Ratio: 70
Rim Diameter: 17"
Overall Diameter: 32.8"
Rims Range: 7.0" to 10.0"
Weight : 51 LBS
Load Index : 121
Load Range: E1
MAX PSI: 80 PSI
Speed Rating: 106 MPH
LT285 /70 17
Beefier Rotor Upgrades:
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Model: Raybestos P-300
Coated, Vented & Grooved
Heavier Duty Pads:
Model: Akebono ASP1411
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Increased Surface Area
Full Ceramic Pad Kit
Custom Caliper Paint Kit:
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Black 2 Part Epoxy Paints
Extreme High Temperature Rating
Extended Thread Lug Nuts:
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14x1.5 Closed End Chrome Lugs
Vehicle: 2018 Nissan nv3500 SV
Low Roof Edition Cargo Van
Parts Purchased from Amazon, Rock Auto & Custom Offsets online web store.
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[@EXOcontralto]

NEW UPGRADES for the Behemoth Build 😀 It looks soooo much better now!!! Thanks For Tuning In 📺

[@xgndynastyy2676]

Are you going to slamoligy

[@FUCKDSS]

I hate to say it but you should get some longer studs man I'd hedge on the side of saftey with the increased weight

[@skity1233]

I cant wait

[@alejandraparedes5551]

Wonder what time you gonna put the car audio

[@jessiej3991]

I painted my driveshaft with rustoleum 900 degree brake caliper red

[@mathewboyer5141]

I came across this video in the worst mood ever. And I'll be this guys excitement over some wheels and tires put a smile on my face. I'm happy for dude. To see where he's come from shirtless, worn out jigsaw blade cutting 1.5" thick baffles for some 18's in a 2 door to where he is now and he's never lost his good spirit and his love for car audio. If I wasn't homeless and broke I'd love to donate to his Patreon. EXO thanks for the smile Man. Keep doing your thing man. You deserve all the love in the world.

[@IchabodCraneMD]

Love hearing your thought process on why you choose and don't choose what you want. Really makes it an enjoyable watch. Thank you for the amazing content.

[@ugkforlife8405]

The grooves in the rotors are called “slots”....those rings at the end of the video look like hub centric rings...they go on the inside of the wheel to help center the wheel on the hub ...this reduces unwanted vibrations while driving

[@JasonWW2000]

No, they are actually load bearing. The weight of the vehicle is transfered to the inner ring of the rim. If the rim bore is too large you will have all the weight transfered to the wheel studs. A little driving and a few potholes and the studs will shear off and you'll lose a wheel. I've seen it happen many times.

[@lasens]

This must have took AGES to edit. cant wait for the finished build!

[@jimmycrackcorn1783]

EXO works hard only dude on KZbin id want to smoke w and shoot the shit

[@RyanBassForLife]

I love EXO video edit skills. He edits his videos better then a TV 📺 show edits there broadcast💯

[@AliMohammed-yo9op]

Still waiting 😂

[@raneynickel7443]

Definitely my new favorite channel! Most people don't "do" anything themselves anymore - so happy I'm not alone!

[@jacobstansberry4114]

I am falling in love with this build every episode and I can’t wait to see the final finish!! Keep it up man I’m enjoying it

[@NoblePineapples]

Have been watching you for YEARS now, and no matter what there is always something new that you've taught me. Thank you for being you.

[@Bigbody19]

Dude holy fucking shit. I remember when i first started watching. 10 years ago in that van. I still remember when you first got the Expedition gifted to you!! IT FEELS LIKE FOREVER SINCE I'VE WATCHED YOU!! THE COME UP IS REAL!! And the humbleness remains. Man i feel old.. I was just a kid when i first found your videos, now i have my own kid..

[@randomweirdyoutubechannel8955]

This going to be an absolute beast enjoy it man!!!

[@VICE1385]

My heart dropped when he said Harbor Freight

[@Matty.Hill_87]

The van was probably close to dropping as well 🤣

[@mrHello420__]

Are they so bad?

[@user-ib5mx8ro4k]

A poor craftsman always blames his tools... stick to the fields

[@budgetreviews3530]

Hey, atleast they worked for one round, and got the wheel and tires on. Ha

[@athotboy5050]

Exo is on point, I love it. He explains things so well, which for people like me with OCD makes his videos very entertaining. There's usually a 1:4 rule of thumb, which is every 1 lb you save in unsprung weight equals to about the same as taking 4 lbs of sprung weight out of the vehicle. Adding a heavier tire could've potentially furthered the limit of the amount of equipment that could've been held in the back, since it will already be so close to its weight limit.

[@skity1233]

Wow i get so exited for your vids

[@koreywilliams4570]

I dont know who's more excited to see the finished build, exo or his fans.

[@xSpicySaltx]

been watching you since i was 13. its crazy im 21 now

[@eddiemunster143]

I love how technical you are about everything. I’ve been to plenty and entered many sound offs here in south Texas. You definitely give us a run for our money.

[@AndromedatheBasshead]

I've been following this build since ep. 1. It's refreshing to watch someone do what they truly love. You've inspired me to do what I can with my builds. I can't wait to see the end result of this behemoth! I hope to be able to get a demo if I make it to the shows. It would by far be the biggest build I have sat in. Keep doing you, you're good at it!

[@I1S1337]

Small tip, when jacking up a vehicle with a solid rear axle you should Jack it up from the differential (not the frame) and put your Jack stands on the axle, this avoids unnecessary strain on the opposing wheel and suspension components. The frame is fine when using a lift. Just wanted to share my input as a tech. Love your vids and I’m excited to see the outcome of your project.

[@kevind5508]

At least he used gloves when installing the new pads and rotors. Small step that's usually missed. 100 percent though always go under the axle.

[@herculesbrofister265]

Use the force

[@americanoutdoorstv7648]

Been watching you since i was a little kid. its amazing how much better your content has gotten, and how much the channel has grown. i hope you continue doing this with the same enjoyment and quality. loving it.

[@bobbybrown2683]

For the people who gave a 👍down you crazy he did the right thing because of the system and he's going to drive it. It's what's best for the truck. I like it myself its a nice fit for the truck 🍻

[@arthurenright4146]

Can't wait to see the Bass Van in some competitions! This thing is really coming together!

[@handislappin]

same here

[@thedude6046]

I'm seriously very excited to see this done! Looks like you have literally thought of every aspect about this build!

[@jasonhastings5538]

That big ole van heavy!!! Id get some heavy duty jack stands!!

[@paulbolduc1082]

I was thinking and EXO logo would look good on the center caps

[@kellypg]

This would be awesome.

[@alexsilvester278]

That is a perfect analysis of how to shop for a tire. This is worth all the likes

[@RobPollen]

silver paint pen for the hub lettering

[@Alphahydro]

First time feeling like I'm a part of a big build. Good stuff bro.

[@danielmiller6983]

Those look great! Way more aggressive. Good choice, it’s coming along nicely

[@chanceatherton575]

Someone may have already mentioned this, but make sure to re-torque the lug nuts after a couple of days. Since this is your first set of aftermarket aluminum rims, I wanted you to know that they have a tendency to "loosen" up after driving a bit. Not all do, but many do. Just check them to be safe. Looks great, man!

[@Hardtimes4sure]

It's so nice to nice to see good people have good things happen to them. It was great to meet you at Bens stereo shop while you were getting the Helix. I hope to have the locksmith van playing soon. Keep up the great work and keep inspiring others to persue their passions like we do. Van is looking great and I look forward to seeing the progression. Have a great day brother

[@zieske98]

Next time you use Jack stands remember they need to be on a flat surface on the frame, your backup stands would of failed because they were located on the upward angles on the frame

[@erikanderson3633]

I was going to say the same thing… how you going to be so extra cautious about having backups and then put them under an angled part of the frame?? 😣

[@rollme1kenobi893]

The car audio world is lucky to have you🙏

[@benbraceletspurple9108]

Cool it does really change the look with the wheels changed.

[@74midwestbass74]

YES SIR!!! Im NEXT!!!

[@petecastiglione9710]

Looks great. Be careful with jack stands from Harbor Freight. They had a recall on some. Check to make sure you’re safe. Great video and can’t wait to see the final product of this build.

[@MarkiedosOCHO]

Wheels changed the look so much! Great choice!

[@McLennox]

Okay, so let's talk about unsprung weight. Wheels and tires are a key part of unsprung weight, and the benefits for reducing it are insane. In the performance car world, reducing unsprung weight has exponential gains. I've heard that losing 40lbs of unsprung weight is the equivalent of losing 80lbs of sprung weight. The more you know. Also: it would have been really cool to see the before/after of the sliding door with the new setup

[@Bob_Smith19]

It’s a van not a sports car. He reduced unsparing weight and reduced the resilience of the wheels at the same time. It’s easy to bend a steel wheel in a loaded van. Aluminum is going to bend a whole lot easier I’ve been driving a fully laden van at work for over two decades. Wheels bend easier than you think.

[@asherdie]

Ok, now talk about it in the context of a slow moving, heavy vehicle.

[@mhrepoman]

I would look into doing some suspension upgraded. At the very minimum, I'd upgrade to bilstein shocks, and when you choose the shocks I would get the 5100, but if you get the 5125 series, you can get them in different valving. I'd get firmer valving. Then, I would get front and rear upgraded sway bars. Finally in the rear because of how much weight you have added in the structure, along with all of that wood, not to mention all of the weight you're going to add in audio equipment, I would get some rear leaf spring helpers. You could do airbags, but there is a system I'd recommend called the "roadmaster active suspension." It will help you carry the weight without riding like junk! Awesome build man! Very well thought out and executed!

[@bitrage.]

The method are BY FAR IN MAGNITUDE OF 10 better then the other ones.... The unsprung weight thing is true, but unless ur racing or giving it hell you will not cause more wear an tear...

[@janderson3703]

Grooved and slotted rotors are for heat displacement. Keeps them from overheating and glow red if your coming off a steep mountain

[@j3llymantv56]

Lookin good Exo, I want to say that you should properly break in your brakes, you can do that by getting up to about 45-50 mph than stepping on the brakes hard, not enough to lock them up but close. Do this 3 times with about 2 minutes between each time you step on the brakes. Also the other brakes that were behind the rotor is the emergency brake. Love the videos man, keep up the amazing work.

[@lowriderbug]

It's great to see someone upgrading brakes on their build. Too many people don't realise just how inadequate stock brakes are when you start adding weight to a vehicle.

[@FinnishArmy]

I used that G2 brake caliper paint just a couple days ago. It's really good stuff!

[@thatunknownguy2680]

You may have to add some fender flares to protect the paint now. My tired stick out past my fenders and now my truck it all chipped up from road debris. It's looking great, Bruce! 👍🏻

[@MrDopey32]

Beautiful match up with those rims and tires! She's looking real nice!

[@scottearls7340]

Yes!!!!! Larger wheels cause more stress on your transmission. They make kits for transmissions that beef them up to handle large rims. 👍

[@cnclathe21]

whatching only the jack holding the truck... i was terrified... now where the new home is ready i am just w8ing like crazy to see the complition of the build!! love from Greece!!

[@Gmpro02]

just a safety tip, when using jack stands, you want to have them up against a flat surface, the backup stands you had in place would just end getting pushed over by the angle on the frame rail, and once a jack stand starts to tip over, there is almost no way to stop it, especially once the weight of vehicle shifts to follow the jack stand down

[@danielrumey1412]

Exo remember to squeeze the wheel bolts when you have your vehicle down. When it is still suspended you can't make that much pressure.

[@Suomalaine]

Paint that drive shaft to look like a candy cane :D

[@handislappin]

yes!

[@noodleeees]

If you want to chrome the lettering on those method letters, the best recommendation that I can think of would be using a Molotow Chrome marker, it is a quick and simple solution to silver chroming that looks great. Past that spritsing some Alclad II Lacquers Gloss Klear Kote ACL310 will seal it off for a long lasting shine.

[@jamisonw.327]

Project farm did a video about rust protectants that recommended crc after a bunch of tests. That is all I would personally do with the drive shaft. It sprays on and forms a semi-hard gloss that reacts and soaks into the rust.

[@troydefond2307]

everytime I get on tube I'm hoping for a new video of the build, it makes my day.

[@oldkid2688]

yes another amazing video

[@Mr.Phesadent]

So pumped to see another van upload. Love the progress and your enthusiasm!

[@gregkrueger331]

Man i just love how happy you are. I wish i had a 1/10th of your enthusiasm 👍

[@dannydanko4627]

Youre one of my oldest subscriptions on youtube, glad youre still doing your thing! Hell yeah, van looks great!

[@mr.k6136]

Beo you pump me up to go out and get back into my passion of car audio.

[@fxgamer-11yt]

Thank God I been waiting on an update on big behemoth she's looking good Bruce keep the work up buddy

[@sfv1001]

Hail yeah! my man sporting a US General. I roll that in my shop too!

[@zachbaumann4508]

Looks dope man! Do the center caps with an EXO logo!

[@Oroborus710]

I'm not too sure about painting the driveshaft, that's a pretty tuned-in balanced part of your drivetrain and even the smallest vibration WILL cause premature ware. Just my two cents :v:

[@josecastaneda6495]

I like how much thought you put into this build, well quite frankly all your builds. good job man keep it up

[@TheBeerBox80]

I like the wheels you choose better than any of the other options. Nice looking tires too.

[@SuperKanuuna]

Hey Exo, car guy here! If you want all benefits out from your big brake kit, updgrade also if possible, your brake master cylinder setup for bigger one

[@austinsears1637]

That and also upgrade to stainless braided brake lines. All that with an upgraded master cylinder equals such much comfort and safety while behind the wheel, knowing that just if and when some yackass decides to pull out in front of you, that you're able to put the stop down n stop on a quarter hopefully hahaha I say quarter bcuz dimes are for formula 1 cars I suppose!? Hahaha idfk wtf hahaha but yeah n e ways broski good luck!!!

[@mikeruizxd5534]

Keep up the Great work! Hope to see you at the shows!! 👍👍

[@Fostercfxlax]

Stoked for you EXO!

[@themagnushjort]

Rims and a sound system, ultimate teenager spec car :P

[@mikeruizxd5534]

Great van so far! BUT I highly RECOMMEND taking it to a wheel alignment shop or tire shop and have the speedometer corrected for the size tires and rims. They have a computer that they plug in the and they fix it to the new size. I put bigger rims on my Toyota RAV4 and I got pulled over on the interstate and got a ticket because they said I was going 5 miles over. I had completely forgot.

[@busygiraffe7003]

Great job once again EXO! The van is really coming along. I like the black on black with just a touch of silver look you have now. Love how the videos are so detailed and how transparent you are. You’re definitely ahead of the game now vs Dougie over at Soundman. Can’t wait to see more videos!💪🔥

[@bobharveythercanddiyguy22]

Good for you EXO lookin good, Cant wait to see what's next!

[@Chanceyflexjr.]

It’s coming along

[@mackie_p]

Video quality looks like it got an upgrade! either that or you're just looking guuud!

[@AaronDay-r9g]

Nice

[@maccustoms2295]

Excellent rim choice. Those will look sick on the van. Great video thanks for sharing have a great weekend.

[@TheTransultimate]

Yeaaaaahhhhhh he is back againn. Letssgoooo EXOOOO!!!!!

[@lightsandlights9898]

Great video

[@eatagoat85]

Loving that green shirt brother!

[@herculesbrofister265]

I have that same symbol tattooed on my forearm. It symbolizes our relationship with the illuminati. Jk

[@IamtheLordofDoom]

One way to get the hub center lettering in silver - paint the whole center silver, then when it sets, paint it black all over and when that has set then rub off the black paint back to the silver beneath. If there was a way to do a hard chrome finish that would be ideal. Just a thought, I'm no painting expert. But there's always a way!

[@xajejayy7701]

Man..... im so excited for that behemoth.this will be a beast😎

[@bachnakjohn3180]

You did right with the wheels!

[@TheSmokeRing420]

Awesome choices! Looks real good!!

[@trevordoeseverything219]

Akebono is the best when it comes to brakes, use them on my suv. Best break Buy ever.

[@adamtheninjasmith2985]

Nice dude. Those are some pretty sweet new shoes for the ride! It's actually pretty amazing that you got bigger wheels and tires and kept the same weight. BTW wheels and tires and anything else that isn't supported by the springs is unsprung weight. It CAN affect the suspension and even the ride.

[@hectormateo3769]

The build looking good with new wheels and rubber 👍😎

[@bigk7788]

Working in that tent has got to be warm... But I am spoiled my garage is air conditioned.

[@jordan51973]

Can’t wait until this is done ✅

[@psementalist]

I'm so sorry for being late watching you new KZbin video. I had to chose and pick out new wheels and tires for Praisenator after i had gotten back from SBN 2016 . Excellent choice for you and the van

[@TheCustomEverythingChannel]

Hell yea man looking good When are ya gonna start building the enclosure???

[@josepacheco1300]

You nailed it with the rims

[@natemartin5917]

Yet another great video! Thanks for the great content!

[@iChubbs_81]

Perfect for a friday afternoon in SouthTexas 🤙

[@SkittlesScott]

I can't wait for the next video I am so excited!

[@DustinSearing]

Cant wait to see this beast finished! Hopefully well see you at slamology again. That kicker demo we did together in that kicker rv was awesome!

[@DustinSearing]

Love the shirt to bro lol!

[@MayhemVideosTX]

You should look at tuning options, would make the thing drive better and could probably get a little more power out of it . And you could have the speedometer corrected which will have the shift points back to normal also

[@kellypg]

Those brakes are wild. I've never seen that before but I'm only in the car world so I guess that's why. The van is coming along awesome, man. Can't wait to see it finished. If I'm lucky maybe I'll hear it some day. Also, KZbin is on their bs again. I'm subscribed and have all notifications on and didn't get an alert.

[@johnconnell1424]

Looking pretty awesome 😎 EXO!!!!

[@oscarmarfori613]

That Behemoth is looking snazzy

[@D1amondeyes]

Nice choice on those wheels. Love Rockauto

[@chrisstrouf1253]

Not only is man smart with subs but also like a lot of stuff with cars