How Much Did It Cost To LSX SWAP My 30yr Old Italian Yacht? Was It Worth It?

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[@ImRacer1]

I love the fact B is for Boat has been posting soo much!

[@TrackMasta99]

I'm more interested in this than his other builds lol

[@m9wclt]

Facts definitely feel like we got uploads a lot more frequently recently and that’s 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@brandonlimson8622]

I agree

[@whynotmussh]

B for boat?

[@Dr_Birthday]

I like how Chris was like, The original engine's water pump was $2500, so we decided to go with the 15,000 Texas Speed engine

[@TheBigdaddyslimtim]

Yeah but water pump costs 1/6 of the entire engine cost. That's crazy value

[@ramair325]

considering a wp for a chev 350 is around $50 you can imagine how much the rest of that original engine would have cost. most diesel engines out of big trucks are over 35,000 i'd say 15,000 is pretty affordable.

[@thanksmark]

And no parts to be found anywhere. So I think swapping the engine completely is a good deal long term

[@dappermanphoto]

Texas Speed partially sponsored the motors IIRC so he probably paid little to nothing for them. Also, going off what others said, it becomes unfeasible to pay high prices for rare parts for engines that aren't produced anymore. You'll spend that 15k in a season easy on old hardware with no support. Especially on a boat that big. Labor isn't cheap either. My source is I literally do this for work, and I have for half a decade.

[@jkarra2334]

​@@TheBigdaddyslimtimthats why they are called "boats", aka "Burn On Another Thousand"...

[@jabberwockytdi8901]

About a bazillion times more than it would have cost to do a little basic maintenance on the original engines before setting off at high speed for the 1st time and destroying perfectly good engines unnecessarily.

[@kutark]

Yeeep

[@19211926]

Exactly!!!! Run out of oil? Did it not have any before they left? You can get parts for 903's but it is difficult.

[@APS_Inc]

Thank you for these cost breakdowns. It helps put a lot of these projects in perspective, even with all the sponsored products you get.

[@kidsteach938]

The v8 cummins (903) has a scant following among truckers, so you probably could have bought a running 903 powered semi for $10k or less, used the engine and sold the remainder. Of course, the Bradley fighting vehicle uses the 903, so surplus engines would have been available. Or re-powered with common Big cam 855 Cummins, or perhaps two Duramax diesels. The transmissions would not have been necessary.

[@Jake-pd2hj]

This video just shows how much of a wizard Oscar is. Is there anything he can't do? 😂

[@6feetthing]

He is too powerful 😂

[@stillatin]

O is for Oscar should be his channel name

[@carlosarmiento926]

wash the yacht's fridge win the BIFB olympics

[@robvolpi3247]

@@carlosarmiento926yeah! Should not of been Oscar cleaning the fridge!!!!!

[@robertm7554]

Was all the labor free? If so, that’s a massive savings.

[@dack9826]

Boating is a money pit with never ending spendings. But the time you spend on the water is priceless. Great great job !

[@McNasty43]

Yeah, you can't go into boating (or RV's for that matter) thinking about getting your money back. It's a hobby/lifestyle, not an investment.

[@MikeMurphyinc]

Smiles per hour

[@plynindbnd]

Literally throwing money into the water

[@boringdonotwatch2752]

I have a 20 foot wellcraft with a 150 yamaha. I spent $30 in engine parts over 2 seasons. It costs like $40 an hour running on plane in fuel and 2 stroke oil. Boat was 3k

[@philscott7949]

BOAT - Bust Out Another Thousand

[@scottguenther-lee2214]

Congrats to the whole team! I know this has been one of those ongoing projects but the best part is, you came out cancer free and the boat is back in the water under its own power. Awesome! ❤👊

[@bobby3291]

Can’t wait to see the interior refreshed, wanna see the fridge get cleaned out sorry Oscar

[@KiRiTO72987]

@Bisforbuild your probably going to want to look into getting some new propellers for that boat, the ones on it have their pitch set for the diesel engines you pulled out and as a result wont alllow you to take full advantage of the power curve of your new engines since their pitched for high torque and low RPM

[@johngibson3837]

Aye the boat has a lot ov tunning issues torque/ propeller/ rpm/ ballast, needs to go to boat tunning shop

[@KiRiTO72987]

@@johngibson3837 yep for sure

[@geoffwatches]

What an epic episode! All those projects - the nostalgia 😢

[@hocksphog]

I love this project, it's different. Let's be honest most of the builds on this channel are different. When a build is started I'm ashamed to say some of the time I'm like there is no way this thing is going to get finished let alone look like what it's designed to look like.Then, i'm blown away by the finished product. Now 3 to 5 to 7, 8, 9 crazy builds later and I'm following a long the journey to the end because I know these things are going to be awesome! And they always are! Kudos to the problem solving and the determination to build these crazy projects. And most importantly, beating cancer. A lot of people aren't so lucky. F**k Cancer. Bravo guys, well done on another one. B is for Betting on yourself!

[@onix5060]

Well done team, I’ve really enjoyed this content. Here in New Zealand I am around boats a lot and these videos have really helped. Im so glad you have managed to fight off cancer. It’s so impressive to see how much work you got through against all these challenges. Keep going, keep inspiring people. I wish I was as talented as you and ma brother Oscar! Maybe I can get a boat like this one day… All the best for the next projects!

[@roblochjr3958]

Absolutely Love you guys, I'm so happy your Cancer FREE !! I'm a Cancer survivor myself. I've followed you guys from start to finish on this project and I have to say, You Guys Rock. Oscar is amazing and where would you be without him. The guy can do anything. I just hope that after all this work you get to spend some good quality time on the boat and just enjoy your self. You guys certainly earned it. Good Luck with the rest of the project. MUCH , MUCH Love from Northern New Jersey !!!

[@randycrumbley4520]

My favorite project build on KZbin. Not a car fan but this boat series was the best ever. Thank you.

[@JoakimGunneriusson]

I would love to get some spec's later on. Top speed, crousing speed. Fuel consumption. Fun project!

[@joeysweet9045]

As long as you are happy with it Chris it doesn't matter if you put a million dollars in the rebuild, the only thing that mallers is the smile it puts on your face because that is priceless! Something to smile about these days are few and far between!! But i still think you should have went with 2 dodge cummins 6 cylinder diesel engine or 2 ford powerstroke diesel engines for the torque and fuel mileage, i wonder what the cost would have been if you went that route?

[@johngibson3837]

Think a couple of Detroit's would've been good especially when you consider there duty cycle and how much they have been used in commercial fishing boats over the years

[@ryanmartie1244]

I love price breakdowns, thanks Chris. Also happy to see the boat on the water and everyone being able to enjoy it again...she's definitely a good lookin boat!

[@jeremynelson8496]

The grim reaper came nocking and you said not today satan! You're a beast and I'm glad you are good brother. Ii did not realize those diesel engines cost that much. I thought replacing both engines would be way more.

[@JVaughn344]

Awesome boat build... I want to see it go full throttle!!

[@dappermanphoto]

Crusaders are PCM engines, PCM is Pleasurecraft. Although Mercury does build LS motors, they tend to only do 7.0L racing LS7's for championship boats. PCM makes decent stuff but they're slowly disappearing it seems. (I've been a marine technician for about 4 years.) The 5.7 that mercury uses is not an LS block. Just free info for the crowd that cares to learn.

[@loganpillsbury7340]

I love all builds, I’ve been watching you guys pretty much from the start. Once this boat is completed, it’d be nice to see some update videos on some of the older builds. Love to see the updates Chris!

[@BSAPowerSet]

Really enjoyed this series Chris and well done to you and the team for sticking with it through all the challenges. Looking forward to the finale and maybe in the future some videos of trips where the boat can repay you with some relaxation and enjoyment.

[@jimratti3949]

Been following from beginning of build, thanks for the breakdown. We had an 1947 40' Hunter Wooden Cruiser that had two HUGE 6 cylinder Gray Marine gas engines. We were considering swapping to diesel, but the boat sank, so solved that problem. Was really cool to see the LS engines in there, this yacht is really cool and thank you for documenting the build!

[@jerrellrice3413]

Not to mention you're a KZbinr, so subtract the earnings from the boat video views, and there you go. You still have the experiences, the content, the memories, and the boat. You could sell it and be even at worst. I'll take that. 🤙🏾I can quite remember why you didn't throw 2 Cummins into it, but I loved this series. Can't go wrong with LS's.

[@The__ASH]

Chris: I loved the last vid in this series, the trip home. Absolutely superb 👍 Also like this cost breakdown, keeps it real. Oscar is worth his own weight in gold.

[@donaldcasson6106]

Love your boat. Take care of your health and keep doing what you do.

[@SammyTheDitchDoctor]

Epic project! Oscar is gem man. Guy can do anything!!

[@cp4512]

I’m glad you stuck with it even through your hardships. Would be really interested to know what you earned from the boat KZbin videos and whether that covered the cost of the build.

[@Merchellt]

Hells yes, the boat is back in town! Spotted it the other day in the marina... good on ya!

[@kingRJ-]

I’m excited for the interior upgrades as well as your next adventure’s on the boat! Hopefully you film at least a couple.

[@downintheshed2449]

One of my absolute favorites I can't wait till the next one. Let's go oooo b is for boat everyone knows that

[@jshumphress13]

Holy shit. I’ve been watching for years (admittedly I do miss some episodes), but I had no idea about the cancer. I hate when bad things happen to good people, but I’m glad you’re cancer free at the moment. You made the right choice by traveling and not focusing on builds! It certainly puts things in perspective. Loved the video as always.

[@lainnorcal]

Awesome work, really stoked this project is getting done and not scrapped. 😎👍

[@taurota1554]

Awesome as always.Thanks for sharing and taking us along

[@jeffreycerasano6647]

It’s been a cool series so far. I love the look of that boat too. Worth every penny in my opinion.

[@markrutherford4962]

Exciting to see phase 2 when you do the interior!

[@johnpluskota8016]

Awesome outcome and above all we’re so glad you’re in remission now. Prayers for continued good health for you and Chelsea.

[@TheSkaireKrowe]

I so love this series! (something said many times by the net), and a sarcastic reply to the vast majority . Chris and his team are one of a kind, acknowledged.. Can you imagine those that would invest on something like this and die a quarter way through, if that? We have ALL judged Chris on the decisions to keep the project afloat. Determination and (let's be honest) a foresight on a return, gave us this entertainment. Good on you Chris. The sheer demeanor in your closings of the video is SO REAL. THAT, is why I enjoy this series. If it were me driving that thing home, seeing Chelsea on the bow going home, enjoying the timeout with my partner is what would have ligitimized the hurt and burden if it were me. At least a bit.. Chris, your willingness to make the jump on a project is something that a lot of us (including me) would like to experience but either just dont or cant. You have just done it so many times that I just can't stop watching. Thanks for ride.

[@charlesmiller1552]

It's the experience and the journey to get it done. Thank you for sharing. You guys rock🎉

[@marcmaher1647]

I've really enjoyed this series. Given the cancer and Covid set backs, you completed a lot of work in a short period...especially the last couple months. I can't wait to see your interior upgrades and the final performance figures. That boat should haul a$$. Congratulations, you're almost across the finish line.

[@vailydragon]

Well done from the UK. Been with you almost from day one, on I think the finishing of the 1st build. Still with you and love your channel.

[@TheInja]

Heck yeah it was worth it! What a story! Congrats on another completed build guys! Don't forget to enjoy it and celebrate 🤘🏼

[@seancbrophy]

Well broken down! Thanks. And not nearly as bad as I had thought it was. They say a boat is a hole in the water that you throw money into… and I don’t think you’re doing too badly on that front… all things considered. Bravo.

[@ray31129]

I loved following this journey. Hoping for more boat episodes in future.

[@davewalker5040]

This is the most likable creator I've ever watched! Love B is for Build!

[@7Fields16llc]

Thanks. Great work B is for build.

[@Banks4004]

This was a lot of fun to watch, as a non boat person I learned quite a few interesting basics

[@Feintgames]

Lots of money but in the process you continued to make content and bolster this as one of the best channels on KZbin. And during that time you were vindicated on the whole Eleanor b.s. And you beat cancer during that time. All the life things that would break most people, you broke through. Good on you. What a journey. Thanks for your and your crew's dedication. Often when I'm trying a DIY project that I'm scared of, I think, "What would BIFB do?"

[@vladkorzun]

Thanks for sharing the cost breakdown. My favorite project on the channel 🙈

[@grantman321]

Love the boat updates!

[@PaddyBoy644]

17:28 makes the diesel look like a good deal 😂

[@msgofast]

Love a boat build, only thing I watch on your channel (sorry, fix cars everyday, so intrested in more) been here from the start of boat, great to see it done and going, enjoy it!

[@Coop442s]

What matters is that it’s what you wanted in the end. I will say for reliability sakes I would ditch the dual throttle body intakes for something like a Holley high ram with a big single just to eliminate the extra bits that could cause running issues and please revisit putting mechanical raw water pumps on the engines, if this were a much smaller lake boat I’d say they would be okay but in blue water I could never trust them with out flow meters and having several extra waiting for one of them to eventually fail. But seriously this project has turned out way better than I though it would and I’m glad that you are happy with it no matter the cost.

[@michaelgf8840]

Thanks Chris, I've enjoyed the boat journey.

[@elddir3676]

This has been such an awesome story to follow! For some reason boats interest me, all ways have. I cant help but think back through the years! I've gotten a new job, got married and am having child all in the span of this series. I might just be high though...

[@richardgatschet4294]

I’m so glad You got it back in the water and it looks good!!!!

[@carlcarter3478]

Congratulations on another great build!💪

[@jacquesb5248]

awesome montage! so glad all worked out!

[@jphillips360noscope]

Live your best life @B! Thank you for taking us along for the ride! o7

[@armandopatane5343]

Just amazing work guys absolutely stunning 🤩

[@johnwest1823]

Great series. The only reason I found your channel.

[@user-pl5tv3wv8m]

What an epic episode! All those projects - the nostalgia . What an epic episode! All those projects - the nostalgia .

[@supraender]

Awesome video! Always love your stuff.

[@roadiesgarage3816]

Including the exp plus b is for boat vid sales revenue id call it a win. Consider the team building and fun that came along the way man. That is priceless

[@rogerhansen1314]

Great video really enjoy this very much been watching every episode

[@ls1dylan385]

Can’t wait to see the interior restoration!

[@muramusan]

I'm glad your healthy and back to the grind it's been good to see you moving forward 🎉 the boat looks good tho and the engines are gas guzzlers lol wonder what the previous engine were compared to them 😮

[@dannycrooks8462]

Definitely look into changing the propellers to ones that suit the engines

[@f1l036]

Loved that i tuned in to the B is for boat episode really enjoyed it!! The end result id say it was worth it!!

[@ianmurchie1567]

Looking forward to seeing it all back together again. Hopefully next summer you can really enjoy it more 🙏🖒👊🍻

[@PeterLee-zn3jl]

Your momentum...rate of progress...and accomplishments..ARE TRULY OUTSTANDING..!... The cost of your enterprise is OUTSTANDING as well... Oh my...

[@davidskinner6765]

It's definitely worth it. Any project you enjoy doing is worth it. Glad your health is on the mend. Watching from Perth Western Australia 🇦🇺

[@wigglepuppy]

Money well spent. You gained experience and viewership. I learned a lot from your videos. Thank you.

[@mikeforce5926]

Great video.I found your channel recently and have enjoyed it very much.I hope you make many more.

[@drewmiller3462]

I said it on the very first boat episode, "you have yourself a money pit."

[@reginaldbowls7180]

Such inspiration. I’m a week into taking 3 weeks off to get our Alberg 30 running.

[@03felixthekat]

I understand your pain I purchased a ski boat a few years ago and we took it out to the lake 4 times and it threw a rod through the oil pan. All in all for the 3500 we paid from someone we know. After it was all done we had about 5-6 times that in it and had problems every summer. Needless to say we no longer have that money pit.

[@itbgmultimediastudios1815]

What a journey! Love you guys!

[@smokeandkippers]

Definitely worth it as it’s a gorgeous boat! ❤

[@jeatalong]

Congrats - I don't know your weather situation where you are, but hopefully you get some nice weather to enjoy it before winter arrives. Also get a few other people to have the marine tickets so they can drive and you can enjkoy a drink or two while out and about.

[@drsnapid]

Lots of love from Australia mate. I'm happy about your cancer outcome.

[@haythamalnazer499]

All your videos are not boring at all I love you Chris I wish you the best❤

[@VegasMikeP229]

It sounds like the old phrase that there is nothing more expensive than a cheap Mercedes now has a contender - there is no boat more expensive than a cheap Italian yacht. :-) Great video!! I have a couple of 1987 Mercedes and if I wasn't the mechanic, I could not afford them.

[@nathanshores7962]

I can’t wait to see the final product, and I’m even more eager to see future products.

[@stevemollenkopf5326]

Hey glad you mad it back. I have a boat at Tidewater Cove Marina in Vancouver full time. Boat all over from the dam to ocean and Portland. Get that guy out of your slip😮. Been watching you for years. Good stuff❤

[@arricammarques1955]

Bloody impressive skills. Staying healthy = Priceless!

[@ingresswizard9044]

It still would have been much better to fix the broken engine no matter how much it costs. As it stands it was like 2 years wait to get these new engines in the boat and you could have done the diesels engines and had the boat back to OEM. You still don't know if the props are working properly with the new setup plus the loss of ballast.

[@everydayanadventure]

10,000 would've bought a complete running replacement. Even if it cost another 10,000 to have a professional install it he could've saved 100,000 dollars and the boat would be worth more.

[@McNasty43]

I think the views generated by it being a Texas Speed engine swap probably outweigh the benefits of having an OEM engine. Plus the parts availability, aftermarket support, and the peace of mind of a known platform for a non-boat person is pretty compelling. And look at the channel. How many projects do they work on that are factory restorations vs. engine swaps and modifications? As for the ballast, that's a good one. He probably lost around a ton swapping to the much smaller/lighter LS engines. Filling the bilge with 2000 lbs of lead seems... sub-optimal.

[@prinex]

Absolutely, momentum on diesel / gas is different, engine weight is different, also specially with Riva "original" is the key - who wants to drive a Ferrari with a Audi engine for example.

[@jkarra2334]

​@@prinexfor amount of money they spend you could order rebuild "luxury and idiot proof" MTU diesels straight... or from MAN,CAT ,Rolls Royce, new(refurbished) 800hp marine engine diesel like MAN is somewhere in 50K$ per piece... for 100.000 they could habe installed 1600-2000 total hp worth of dieselpower which the rest powertrain was allready build for...

[@puzer1]

@@jkarra2334 and be able to resell it for a profit...no one in their right mind wants this boat with those franken motors...

[@MrDieselmechanic]

Don't even have a boat and live in the desert, but this build was addictive!

[@nicholasbrowett6806]

Great project, love it PPEACE ❤

[@franzjosh1208]

I’m loving these boat videos maaaaan 😂

[@jamesr.epstein]

I think you guys did good. If you were to add labor costs...oye. Glad you are doing well. I certainly enjoyed this as when I was younger me and my family totally restored my Owens 27ft with a new engine etc. That was a long time ago. Life is made of memories.

[@williamsealy8781]

The content paid for the boat and then some

[@jrbuch]

I enjoyed the series. I have a boat myself and so this series clicked with me.

[@Trini_RudeBoi]

Bro you and Oscar are wizards! Great job you two! 🎉

[@varnasfix]

Wish you the best about your health! These are some difficult stuff. Take care of yourself!

[@lemster101]

Insane that this all started 3 years ago. As a viewer it feels like it wasn't all that long ago. Glad you beat the cancer!

[@bugged120]

You have all done a fantastic job getting the Riva out on the water again!!!!!!!

[@thecrimedetectives]

God bless u with the cancer recovery. I too had a brain menginoma in recovery still now. Love your channel helps me know end ty all involved Shaun uk.

[@ChrisJackson36]

Typically fuel consumption for boats like that is gallons per hour. That’s usually why diesels are preferred for heavier boats. The monster LS mills in yours are sick though. Maybe look into super chargers. The big low down torque is great to get out of the hole. Glad you finally finished the project. Very cool.

[@wilahinely]

I love the boat content, regardless of how long it took. PEACE!