Building A Blown Pontiac Firebird Killer From A 185HP Smog Engine Assembly -Tony Angelo's Stay Tuned

On this first episode of Stay Tuned, Tony Angelo introduces us to his Street Freak Pontiac Firebird, and dives deep into engine assembly. This mid-70's muscle car, hasn’t had an engine in its bay since the early 90’s - and the team was determined to change that. We start with a limp, 1975 185HP Smog Engine, and watch as Tony and the team transform it into a 462 cubic inch, stroker monster. At the end of the episode, with the help of a bunch of Butler Performance parts, this thing is ready to eat boost and kill tires!
Will this Firebird finally earn its wild looking stripes, and become a Pontiac performance killer on the drag strip? Stay Tuned, as ultimate car guy Tony Angelo and his buddies, build down and dirty hot rods with one goal in mind-maximum fun.
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[@MrK1kk3r]

Hagerty is KILLING IT with new content and new hosts! Welcome Tony!

[@StayTunedTA]

Thanks! Stoked to be here!

[@winiary_taniegruzy]

Hagerty is filling the hole created by Motortrend going behind a paywall. I still miss Roadkill being on youtube, despite still watching it on MTOD.

[@MrK1kk3r]

@@winiary_taniegruzy every 6 months or so I get a month subscription to MOTD to binge my favorite shows. It’s somewhat of a hassle, but doable.

[@ACommenterOnYouTube]

Well ... MAYBE ... someone really SMART at Hagerty knows how do attract the right people and bring them in to do their stuff to bring in the audience and not hire some millennial off the street with a Harvard degree that says he knows how to run a KZbin channel ...

[@andrewakrause]

They're killing it with the ads, too. I get maybe 5 minutes of watch time between 2 ads.

[@d-phoenix2198]

I genuinely love when people do Pontiacs. It's very refreshing to see something that isn't an LS or a Coyote.

[@JohnnyAFG81]

Tony Angelo is the new age Hot rodder! Glad to see he’s wearing safety boots, seen to many accidents with heavy parts slicing toes off!

[@406gto]

I cringe watching Freiburger or Lucky Costa working on their rides. They didn’t get the memo re: open toed sandals inappropriate to wrench on vehicles - particularly older ones.

[@kotyd123]

He wears it for fashion lol

[@JohnnyAFG81]

@@406gto my buddy dropped an alternator on his foot while wearing vans. It was not pretty.

[@danstewart8218]

I can't watch 'Burger either...I wrench on different things...cars, bikes, stuff...and you need something hefty. A bicycle falling off a stand can cut off toes...Old sharp chainrings...shudder. Don't want to see that again.

[@alexh.3389]

Man i love the direction Hagerty is going! The new content is insane

[@ummduhgmail]

And sad to see the direction motor trend is taking...

[@patteahan8704]

Awesome to see Tony on Hagerty! Hopefully they pick up Dave Chappelle and Fred Williams next - get some 4x4 content!

[@stewartspencer3714]

You sir, are a visionary!

[@fossilfuelenthusiast]

great idea

[@tokslut]

That would be perfect! Read and act Hagerty people ;)

[@enriquerrs]

Best comment!

[@ummduhgmail]

Heck yeah!

[@jeffmays930]

Awesome collaboration with Tony and Hagerty! Can't wait for Tony's wrenching, driving (don't break it again) and completing his current cars and new projects. Great vision Hagerty, keep it up!

[@Hanzyscure]

There is life after Motortrend.

[@eastwoodco]

Hagerty and Tony?? This is the collaboration we have been waiting for! Great stuff, can't wait to watch more!

[@LarryChenPhoto]

It's so great to see you on the Hagerty channel!

[@all-flat-engines]

Good on you Tony! Your original channel was great, and I’m sure this will be amazing

[@StayTunedTA]

Thanks! Appreciate it.

[@thomasfletcher760]

With the current fan base , the views will skyrocket !

[@stymiesnerdly771]

Congratulations Tony! So happy for you that everything is working out for you to be able to stay in PA with family and not have to sacrifice doing what you love. Looking forward to more great content.

[@StayTunedTA]

Thanks man! Appreciate it!

[@EricScott-jr8wl]

Way to go Tony.... always love your videos...wish Lucky could visit you someday. You two were the best on MT.

[@charlesshamseldin9555]

The interplay between Tony and Lucky was the absolute best. It was like wrenching and the Godfather under one roof with (slightly) less blood

[@danmyers9372]

Agreed! Their chemistry was special.

[@raymondmachuca7039]

@@danmyers9372 sadly that chemistry is missing between Lucky and the new hostess.

[@evanhooper1]

@@raymondmachuca7039 While I miss Tony on Motortrend, Alex has been killing it. She's perfect to step in and fill Tony's shoes

[@raymondmachuca7039]

@@evanhooper1 oh don't get me wrong, I like Alex. Hell I think she should get her own show. I just think the chemistry between her and Lucky in not there. The dialog feels forced. Maybe it's just me.

[@e.s.bryant765]

Hagerty nailed it bringing Tony on board! New subscriber and glad of it. Thank you for giving us this platform!

[@shadowred1980]

Tony a good man to have in the mix. Great job in getting him on the channel.

[@SpineShank7]

Dang. Hagerty knows what's up. Tony has always been the best

[@themadscientest]

While I don't play with the big hotrods but I recently rebuilt a Cox engine from the early 70's with all the hot performance parts, and having a bunch of spare gaskets is NEVER a bad thing!

[@russellregnier5811]

Going with a Pontiac engine is so cool. I love them old Pontiacs . Been driving mine for over 45 years. It a 70 GTO JUDGE. Really been enjoying these Firebird videos

[@brianswan3899]

FINALLY! Real, grassroots, old-style Pontiac engine upgrades. Nice! More please.

[@JDMdrifterboy7]

Jason Cammisa AND Tony Angelo!!! Hagerty is killin it!!

[@4113N5]

Tony is the sole reason as to why I subscribed to Hagerty.

[@NuclearSandwich7]

Excellent choice bringing Tony in as a host. Match made in Heaven.

[@logancarter2134]

Hagerty comes through again, great content and top notch people. So glad you ended up here Tony!!!

[@SolamenteVees]

Tony is legit- tons of cred, charismatic and never talks down to his audience. Well-done, Hagerty.

[@design9000]

Tony is the best! Glad to see Hagerty working together with him.

[@BanTheCrookedBlueLine]

HRG isn't the same without Tony! It was sad seeing him leave Motortrend, but definitely glad he's on another big channel making great content!

[@406gto]

Congrats Tony. I wish you had continued on your own but all good. With Hagerty you should get the exposure you deserve. 😊🤘 poncho power!

[@StayTunedTA]

Appreciate it~! Thanks

[@mikeschwab2363]

Great to see you on Hagerty, Tony!! Love the projects you work on!

[@riveneva1519]

Those Pontiac solid engine mounts can be a bear to line up. I found that loosening up the bolts that hold the mounts to the engine and loosening the bolts that attach the frame mounts can help you get that long through bolt in there. With that much power you might start considering tightening up the chassis. At a minimum check the body mounts - on an old firebird they are usually completely rotted out. Nice build Tony!

[@ronjones-6977]

Everybody is moving. Tony is at Hagerty and 12-volt Dave isn't working with Finnegan. I'm old and I don't like change. But I'll keep watching. Keep killing it, Tony.

[@anthonyfrench3169]

Glad to see Tony part of Hagerty. Great guy and happy to see his stuff without having confined to one streaming service.

[@ZeGermanHam]

Wow, Stay Tuned as made it onto Hagerty! Congrats, Tony and crew! This Firebird is one of my favorite builds happening on KZbin right now. Regarding engine here, us Pontiac people typically use a cork or fiber perimeter gasket for the valley pan seal, not RTV. And the intake fitment issue is usually caused by interference between the underside of the the intake runner ports when used with an aftermarket valley pan (as seen here). Typically you can get things to fit by grinding away a little bit of the runner port material and/or the valley pan, but you don't need to shave the actual mating surface of the intake.

[@StayTunedTA]

Yeah, that would have been better, a perimeter gasket, I think this was an Butler valley pan and just silicon was recommended. I just used WAY too much. I did clearance the valley pan for the runners, but they still wouldn't fit, once the intake was decked it did go on pretty happily. We took 25 thousandths off the heads, and that may have been the issue.

[@seanmerry5522]

Hagerty with Tony Angelo and Cammisa holy cow!!! This channel is about to blow up!

[@teddyjones8027]

I absolutely love this car, I remember the first car show I ever went to and it was in 1982 and the street freak scene was huge soo even though those type of cars aren't very practical BUT MAN ARE THEY EXCITING TO SEE....

[@tonymccomish1506]

E36 M3 is a bad ass car... neighbor in Sydney had one early 2000s... used it for a daily and track days...took me for a squirt.. went HARD and cornered like a kart.... beautiful

[@ChiefRickyRC]

Best new show popping! Thanks T/A for the T/A build 🙏 I grew up in a 78 Camaro Z28 black with racing stripes later painted to white with side sunset graphics and a black 85 T/A as a kid. HOT ROD 🔥

[@BoomBustProfits]

This is an excellent idea by Hagerty - TONY looks right at home here and the chemistry is good…+

[@TheMrmmkkpro]

Great stuff an actual Pontiac engine being featured . SWEET! Butler is the absolute best place for Pontiac parts. I run a 1972 455HO, it has old school TRW L2394 pistons from the early 70s. I needed rings , no where to be found. Called Butler explained what piston I was running , he knew about them and had the correct ring set. He also explained to me that the domes on my pistons were old school tech and there are much better options. Parts and info. BUTLER ROCKS! I'm still running the engine and it's badass. Great show , subbed.👍👍🏁🏁

[@michaelmspieler]

Hell YES! Tony is the man, Thank you Hagerty!

[@Ronald1234ize]

After four years of watching Hagerty i am now subscribed because of Cammisa and now Tony. Hagerty is in the best direction. I also hope Hagerty does not become a paid subscription service after doing 50 - 100 episodes on our favorite youtubers. I really love these people and their content. We as automotive gear heads deserve this free, fun and professional content with a cold one.

[@seaniemcp2887]

Who ever calls the shots at Hagerty…. 👌🏻🤘🏼. Tony

[@babyhuez597]

Absolutely LOVE the gold valve covers with the Pontiac blue engine paint! Beautiful color combo!

[@mattrosenberger11]

Going to be sweet seeing this thing riding around the area. SE PA is a hidden gem for car culture

[@joesjunkgarage]

Have really enjoyed this series with the Firebird Tony! Glad to see you and Hagerty teaming up to continue with the project!

[@Sski85]

The editing and production is great! Keep it up!

[@StayTunedTA]

Thanks! Appreciate it!

[@johnbarker5009]

Love that Pontiac engine color. They practically glow in the engine bay.

[@benbrown2119]

Excellent work. I was putting heads on my big block Olds in the car a week before Drag Week. This brings that memory back.

[@kawasakieddy61]

Tony is one of my favorite guys on KZbin you guys have been killing it

[@iansharpe8420]

Holy heck! Love this build. Cant wait to watch this build continue to progress. Super cool to stick with the pontiac 400 over LS .

[@ozahmed4523]

Love the blue and gold contrast of the engine colours!

[@hojnikb]

HAGERTY! You need to bring the ROADKILL team next :D

[@colinjohnson7663]

Couldn't ask for a better pilot for this show, Tony you rock dude. This makes me want to redeem my 81 LeMans (a factory sbc car) with a big block Pontiac

[@theheadone]

So excited for you Tony! I'll be interested to see how this adventure goes :)

[@puddleduckist]

Looks sick Tony! Luv it!!! The Butlers are great. my dad and I went to butlers first annual pontiac nationals in leoma tennesee, was a blast! My dads 67 lemsns had a butler 455 stroked to a 474 with e heads flowing 330cfm, ran 10.8 at 125 mph, was a fun car! Can't wait to see it burning up the strip and melting tires!!!! Rock on 🤘!!!!

[@chevystuffs5971]

Tony, Show us the struggles! Polished shows with no mistakes are a dime a dozen. Im here for the problems.

[@leotam3372]

Tony's got range - love that he'll wrench on a ratty muscle car one day and work on a rotary or Porsche the next. Glad he's got a home at Hagerty

[@DunkinDarkRoast]

get that bag Tony, stoked for you my dude

[@thec130side]

U don't need to introduce yourself Tony. You're a star and a legend.

[@junkmailjunkmaigmail]

Hell yeaah, I missed Tony's content so much. Hagerty is becoming my daily go to channel...

[@captainofiron]

Cant wait to hear it roar! Welcome Tony, so glad to see an old school Poncho and not just another LS swap!

[@michaelbarber6215]

Video production value went way up. Looks like the viewers win along with Tony.

[@tomhoots]

How freaking cool to see Tony in the Hagerty fold. Super good news.

[@AnthonyPerez-de2qb]

"It's a family show" ! 🤘🏽 love it! awesome content!

[@renc3920]

Awesome content HAGERTY!! Welcome, TA. loved you on everything YT and beyond that you've done so far. Your show is about to get even more BURLY!!

[@fossilfuelenthusiast]

Have been a TA fan for years now. Top bloke.

[@9168TimGlass]

Awesome Tony, all the Larry Chen videos already had me subscribed to Haggerty but now I even more reason to be excited about this channel.

[@joseg8719]

Tony is one of my favorite hosts !!!! Definitely subscribing !!!! Great work Hagerty

[@greatheightsu]

That's the most beautiful paint job possible for that car, wow.

[@tobysemler]

Great to see Tony D back on our screens!

[@brvwolf63]

Dude. Toni, your intro to this vid was very informative. The end if it was priceless, the look on your face and what you said rolling back was fing funny as hell! Made me chuckle so hard!!!!

[@HDRAus]

First Larry Chen…now TA!!!!!! Hagerty, I’m on board! Let’s gooooooo!

[@JeffPedlow]

Hagerty slowly but surely getting the band back together after MT self destructed on KZbin. Well done folks! :)

[@JAStheACE]

Good on you Tony, I'm stoked you're happy and doing great things. Love the Firebird and Poncho motor your building. I have always enjoyed your input in whatever shows i have seen you in. Cheers from Australia.

[@StayTunedTA]

Thanks! Appreciate it!

[@mistreku]

Duuuuuuude, whaaaat? Hagerty is on a ROLL! Absolutely chuffed to see Tony here!

[@camarocanam]

Between Tony and Jason this channel is turning up real well.

[@zymmer4]

Tony, you rock..you are a great presenter..don't change a thing !!!!

[@kotyd123]

Now we have Tony!! Just need dirt everyday episodes on Hagerty and then we will be having a new channel to watch all the time!!!!

[@mikemuzzell5167]

Tony is popping up in my feed like crazy. I may have a mechanical bromance with the fella. Go Tony go.

[@thehnoskos]

Tony is awesome! Remember watching him Drift in FD with the RX-8!

[@electricrenfro1480]

I’ve just arrived from donut and all I can say is thank you 🙏

[@f.chrisliuzzo7889]

Happy your staying in PA. I’m from Cali myself and came to PA for serenity long time ago and never looked back..

[@staceyrenner5418]

Congrats on the move to Hagerty Tony! Really looking forward to seeing the N/A numbers on the 462.

[@StayTunedTA]

Thanks! It's a blower motor, so don't get your hopes too high off boost!

[@patrickharper9297]

Na numbers on a blower motor? Not possible

[@mamaleighcase1569]

Love your narrative.... I have followed your career through your appearance on Roadkill and Finnegan's Garage. You are a badass mechanic Tony. Nothing but Respect!!! Aloha, Mama

[@endall39]

The fact that Tony got picked up by Hagerty is proof that the people at Hagerty are SMART!!!!!! Go Tony!!!!!

[@Bulletstop75]

Heck yeah! So glad to see Tony again!

[@liqdog111]

Thank you KZbin for suggesting this video. I watched the first part in the stay tuned channel and searched up and down for the follow up 😂

[@trumanbeal5668]

Picking up Tony Angelo was probably the smartest thing you guys have done with promotions-

[@thomasfletcher760]

been watching hagerty with Davin ( redline rebuild ) and now with you on here , it's much more gooder ! Welcome to hagerty , Tony !

[@KG-rk7qu]

Awesome man. Been watching Tony for years, am super into all that content MT used to have. I’m glad to see someone out there appreciated all that classic stuff enough to scoop him up and make more awesome content. Congrats Tony

[@extexdf82]

10,000% respect increase on the dad comment for moving back to PA!

[@-g-4356]

Hagerty has become my go to car content lately. Im on board 100%

[@desertmopars3336]

Congrats Tony!! Nice to see you got what seems like a great gig, and you can be home where friends and family are. Priorities brotha!! Best of both worlds!!

[@careycummings9999]

Watching this is giving me PTSD about my long gone 70-1/2 Firebird that I put a 400 in from a 69 GTO. Those Pontiac motors are HEAVY. I was using a 2:1 chain hoist lifring from a think branch on a maple tree in my driveway. OSHA not having been invented yet. And I weighed 100lb wet. Then, those damn Blackjack headers would never fit right and the outer tubes only had 1 bolt for each port and 2 for the center 2 ports, so 4 bolts for each side. Leaked constantly, even with thick gadgets. I was wondering what had happened to this car, as I watched Tonyy's first installment months ago. Glad Hagarty picked up his channel. He's a great host and explains things well. Also love the cheesy sound effects and cuts. makes it feel more homey. Keep up the good work guys.

[@gilm3853]

Tony is the man! I’ve always enjoyed watching his content!

[@haha__cool_yes]

Loved seeing Tony in his other shows and I’m stoked to see him have his own Hagerty series!

[@chicagovasko]

Hagrety thanks for picking up T/A he's a cool guy and lots of fun not to mention very stylish hair. 😁

[@jerrymendoza4384]

Woo-Hoo...Great to see Tonys Back! ....bring the 4 door bu back!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@zachbottenhorn4557]

Stoked for you Tony!! Love your content brother. Family first always ❤

[@wbhandy]

Props to the editor, got some good laughs out of me with the zoom-ins and sound effects

[@2006Mercury]

Tony is a ledgend

[@OBSDoug]

glad to see Tony get picked up by Hagerty - Tony is great. cant wait to see more of his content

[@brianmyer8094]

I love it been a big fan of tony since he started with HRG! Could be because I grew up near Allentown and spent a lot of time in Philly! I’ve watched stay tuned since your first episode and I’ve been a huge fan of hagerty since I was a kid reading magazines happy to see you all team up on stay tuned!! Keep up the great content!!!!