Butter Jeep Engine Swap episode 1

[@ViceGripGarage]

It's finally back!

[@thedirtheadshed]

Back again!

[@alansmith5604]

Can't wait to see you guys collaborate. Awesome Friday!

[@jake1021]

​@@thedirtheadshedI'll tell a friend!

[@FlyinwillysLakeviewOregon]

Butters back tell a friend..

[@geniusanthony]

... and very close to being mid-engined even!

[@Scot-p1v]

“A lot of times just welding the nut on there is enough to scare the bolt into coming out of there.” That’s been my experience as well : at that point, I’m not asking nicely. I am stating that eviction papers have been served and it’s only gonna get uglier. Love Dave’s deadpan delivery -and clear, simple explanations. Sure wish yt had been around when I was learning to wrench! Subscribed, liked, and I’m going to watch all the backlog-plus spread the word any chance I get. 👍

[@JeepXJ01]

Always cool to watch the real life guys work on their projects

[@thedirtheadshed]

This thing is kind of a mess. Let’s fix that

[@edrodrigues3333]

Doing this single handed and filming at the same time is a huge job. Really appreciate the efforts.

[@PNWSV]

I'll never forget this jeep It sat parked for years just up the road from my house. I would drive by it everyday and think to myself ''poor YJ"

[@thedirtheadshed]

It was so ugly!

[@AS-ng5pi]

I am truly amazed at how much you can get done all by yourself. I am no mechanic, but i love watching automotive stuff like this. I wouldn't know where to begin. It takes me a full day to switch a plug in my mower! Love all your stuff, Dave! I have been a fan since glitter helmets and denim vests! I-Can't-Believe-It's-Not Butter Jeep!

[@thedirtheadshed]

Haha. I’m gonna have to break the vest out again

[@briangammon6155]

New to your channel found out about you while you were installing 4 link suspension rear end in Dericks VGG 35 Ford

[@spoollife4470]

I was sad when I found out DED wasn’t getting another season but so much happier that you and Fred are still putting out these videos 🤙🏼

[@thedirtheadshed]

Thanks for the continued support

[@BertKlinger-su1wf]

What I love about this channel and Dave it is still authentic and a bit raw not overproduced no added staged drama

[@jack-nv3ty]

I just did this swap 5.3ls and AX15 with a Quickdraw into a 2008 JKU. I used Ebay motor mounts that bolted to the engine and dropped right in. Everything lined up and I was able to use the old transmission crossmember. I did have mod the trans mount but not much. I'm just working on finish the wiring. It's running just want make the wiring look better. Thank for this swap video and all your hard work.

[@thedirtheadshed]

That’s gonna be awesome

[@kurtsterling9370]

One of the great parts of watching videos like this is learning that there is an LS to AX15 bell housing! I'm sure my wife is going to ban me from these videos soon... to many ideas! Thanks, Dave!

[@thedirtheadshed]

That QuickDraw brand housing is super nice

[@garylamb4777]

It's good to see a KZbin channel that is reading and interacting with people who watch there channel. Awesome person and content

[@EvilLOON]

I can hear the ducks crying. Great vid. VGG brought me here.

[@thedirtheadshed]

Those darn ducks.. I don’t understand that trend

[@wwdaugherty]

Same here VGG introduced me to this channel. Like the real

[@ChristopherGaul]

Truck Norris cam and springs kit for the LS! Great to see this jeep getting revived. Good luck.

[@thedirtheadshed]

I like the idea of that cam

[@alpineskiman]

Awesome to see Holly on board and awesome to see the butter jeep back!

[@thedirtheadshed]

I’m stoked on it!

[@GregElliott-g2i]

Love the content. So happy to see you making something happen for us dirtheads

[@thedirtheadshed]

I’m doing my best!

[@BIllMcCambridge]

I love your "palm pilot" notes hahahah pressure washer wand and hose and barrel pump lol

[@thedirtheadshed]

I still never got that barrel pump…

[@bobtucker8875]

What a neat build, I'm loving it 😍.

[@dwdodgelover]

“See, we’re already getting to use my cool 4x4 stuff! This will be fun!” Poor Dave is trying to reverse psychology himself 😂

[@thedirtheadshed]

I spend a lot of time alone

[@mazevx2451]

​@@thedirtheadshedbetter spending time alone then being surrounded by the wrong kind of people 👍

[@tylersmith7054]

@@thedirtheadshedThere’s a few thousand of us that are there with you in spirit buddy.

[@danhufferdoutdoors]

It's a good thing to have the motor as far back as possible 👍

[@thedirtheadshed]

It’s way back there

[@danhufferdoutdoors]

​@@thedirtheadshedit will jump good 😊

[@josephdailey7775]

There's something special about these square eyed jeeps. Love my yj

[@thedirtheadshed]

I agree, they are a great platform

[@JeffJeffTM]

thanks for the grinder tip at 27:00. I'll have to keep that in my back pocket

[@thedirtheadshed]

No sweat!

[@brianmeredith23]

​Check out the flap disks that the sanding material wraps around the both sides. Expensive but worth having a few on the shelf @@thedirtheadshed

[@uncleansanchez]

"Enough to scare the bolt into coming out" LOL!!!😂

[@thedirtheadshed]

Just enough

[@Fparrish]

J10 bed for sure 100% flat beds are cool, but that’s been done before. We all know Nate you can make this work with the bed. Let’s go!!

[@thedirtheadshed]

I think you’re commenting on Dirt Lifestyles video

[@nathankoroush7918]

We need a shop tour, inside and out, in all its glory.

[@finishedwithengines]

That Jeep has so many cool parts, I’m sure it will go great with LS power

[@thedirtheadshed]

It should be a hoot

[@6Swensonz]

This quickly became my favorite channel to watch! Keep it up Dave! Your crushing it

[@thedirtheadshed]

Thanks so much. Tell your friends!

[@peterpalmer1439]

More HP more torque and less weight, winning all round. Can't wait to see it driving again.

[@thedirtheadshed]

Yep yep! Now I just have to get it running

[@bigblack74k5chev8]

Great minds think alike. 😂I used my Jeeps winch to get my 74 Blazer into the shop when we moved to our new place.

[@thedirtheadshed]

Hauling junk around… it’s what we do

[@Brutalford]

Dude you are one of the most intelligent and most creative guys? I've ever known as far as like you know online. The skills you have It's so impressive

[@4xhoser]

Love that jeep! My dad bout a brand new one in ‘88 and I grew up always wanting one 👌🤘🇨🇦

[@thedirtheadshed]

Better scoop one up!

[@spencertsmith6872]

cool grinder trick, they make a extended flat head grinder expensive but sweet.

[@thedirtheadshed]

I’ve seen em. Pretty cool

[@robertbrennan8139]

Perfect choice Derek! It’s nice to see you reusing that Versailles drivetrain

[@99Jeep2008]

Grinder trick was awesome!

[@thedirtheadshed]

Glad you liked it!

[@reisen-5970]

When the universe aligns! Perfect episode haha.

[@thedirtheadshed]

Thanks! I’m just glad it’s back in the shop

[@bradcolman3221]

I got a book off amazon for rebuilding LS engines, step by step instructions for tear down and rebuild, makes things way easier.

[@thedirtheadshed]

Nice! I should look into that

[@justinshultz120]

I've missed this Jeep. Stoked to see the progress!

[@Onewheelordeal]

Motortrend seems officially dead even on Discovery now and here's Dave still building sweet rigs to go off-roading, you spoil us

[@thedirtheadshed]

Trying to keep the fire alive!

[@psychobillyma]

Awesome!, I'm just wrapping up my junkyard 5.3 LM7 swap into my '93 Wrangler.

[@magnusshawn4698]

I have a chicken named Butter that died today. And you are resurrecting Butter 🧈 Jeep. Love it. Great video as always. Thank you

[@thedirtheadshed]

Sorry to hear about your chicken

[@chrispartaka9164]

Im excited for the Jeep again! Love the LS platform in everything I have put it in. They just work. It'll slide in like butter!

[@bastholio]

Good stuff Dave :) Looking forward to more Dirthead Shed!

[@thefreeak]

Dang! Putting a 1/4 ton of trust in the throttle cable bracket! 😆

[@thedirtheadshed]

Yeah… strong like ox

[@MikeDodds]

Holy crap!!! Ya’ll are working on some military grade tinnitus with those toys!!!! 😂

[@randumadventures]

Can’t believe the stuff you get done by yourself! Hats off

[@briannichols1586]

Awesome start.....and great momentum. Fingers crossed that the motor placement doesn't cause other issues, but totally understand the choice.

[@thedirtheadshed]

Hope to have episode 2 out Friday. But a bonus video tomorrow

[@Cobsspeedshop]

My two favorite off roaders in one video

[@dekebell3307]

Very cool to see it back in the shop, and getting an LS!

[@paulhardman2515]

I really admire your work ethic Dave! Always impressed at your tenacity!

[@thedirtheadshed]

I appreciate that . Got to dig in and solve problems

[@opie2.0henry_chancesR]

Dave, it's about time.. I've been waiting on this build...

[@thedirtheadshed]

More to come

[@jefftheis742]

I did a 4.8 in my 87 yj, ax 15 Holley terminator x , from start to finish took me 6 months, it was quite easy and so worth it👍

[@thedirtheadshed]

I can’t wait to drive it

[@bertb842]

"I found one of my favorite sweatshirts" Ha ha ha... we've all done that 100's of times! Awesome!!

[@JerryMaenner-i8b]

Great method! I work by myself and need to be creative to get the job done. For this problem, I mounted a winch on the floor of my shop in back of my toolbox. Just roll the toolbox to the side and boom!

[@richis65]

Nice tip on turning the grinding disk over. Thanks.

[@thedirtheadshed]

Glad you found it useful

[@americonoffroadadventures8132]

Solo engine install Yoga. "The forward facing V8!" Very cool Dave. Thanks

[@buckykattguitar]

I remember the episodes of you originally building Butter Jeep, I'm looking forward to the next chapter

[@thedirtheadshed]

The original build on dirt everyday was so good

[@mikepoint4717]

Dave your uploads have been 🔥 Isuzu with the sweet mudders , Nissan low rider , slammed D50 , insane 4 link set up with VGG and killer mountain bike videos. Keep them coming . Cheers 🇨🇦

[@dream_living96]

Man, I wish I lived closer I'd be more than happy to lend a hand. You're working to hard working by yourself. Excited to see butter jeep coming back to life. Jeeps, f250s, hardtail mountain bikes......sounds like my house, although I have a 3rd gen firebird instead of a mustang II. You got good taste my friend! Keep the videos coming!

[@berryfisher4764]

Dave you made a lot of progress!! It’s really coming together

[@carlosv393]

Procrastinators unite!, tomorrow....😂. Square headlight jeeps are my favorite. Can't wait for the next trooper episode though!

[@thedirtheadshed]

Hahaha

[@WeekendHandymen]

Great tip with the grinder disc!

[@thedirtheadshed]

Thanks! Glad you got something from the video

[@riggzie2]

Dave you’re absolutely killing man!!! I’m loving all the variety in the channel. Looking forward to seeing Butter Jeeps heart transplant! I love the simplicity of older rigs. Contemplating swapping the 4.3l TBI out of my ‘85 4Runner for a 5.3 LS Stoked to see this series on Butter Jeep!!!

[@thedirtheadshed]

Thanks . I’m glad I finally started tackling this project

[@keyper555]

Awesome project and great work Dave, and the fact that your going solo is a BIG plus, alot of work and thinking goes into a swap like this. I once stuffed a Buick 3.8 odd fire with a T350 trans into a 77 custom stretched Toyota PU, turned out way better than I though it would and boy did it rock.

[@MrWoodshoes]

I like your adapter for grabbing the transfer case. I once had to R&R a 203 New Process with three guys and a floor jack. We all still have our extremities but will never do it again !

[@MichaelSproch]

I love this project. I have a YJ with SBC and I love it.

[@thedirtheadshed]

Right on

[@mathisprice8831]

Dude I love the dirt head hat rack with the welding hoods on it.

[@thedirtheadshed]

Thanks. My friend Jesse made it For me

[@mathisprice8831]

That’s awesome. I need that np231 with the SYE but I’m on the east coast 😂

[@fotomotoxxiii]

this brought memories of my old jeep shop! always enjoy watching you work on older jeeps

[@thedirtheadshed]

Thanks! They are cool rigs

[@highvoltagebeaver6640]

Cool build! Glad to see it getting some love!

[@kenfrazier616]

Awesome, saw you on Dereck's 35 build glad you have a channel. Cool missed your humor and tec on dirt every day

[@Rangerxpcrew]

I would love to put a LS in my xj , i can only imagine the overheating problems I would have. Finally got the 4.0 to stay at 195 no small task in AZ

[@thomaswaldorf9141]

What a great build. 1 suggestion when shutting tourch off please turn ac first. That will keep tourch clean and stop any ac from burning orings in valve body. I learned this building stock trailers in New Mexico. We used tourch alot for lack of plasma tourch. This was in the 80's .

[@thedirtheadshed]

Good advice, thanks

[@TurboDog73TX]

Awesome Dave, glad to see the Jeep come back to life, and I'dve absolutely LS swapped it too. Cheap, reliable power!

[@thedirtheadshed]

Let’s hope so!

[@jaredconway9240]

I used to watch you on Dirt every day. I did a SBC swap in my cj7. I should do a LS swap. That's my problem to is getting started on a project, but once I start I get into it. Super great ideas from you and Fred. Something I can relate to.

[@GrandmaRob]

Exact same swap I'm in the middle of doing. Have an 87 that came with the 4 cylinder and a Peugeot with a few more neuturals than stock. Got a 2003 NV3550 and NP231J from a TJ and using a quickdraw adapter for a junkyard lm7 too. Excited to see how yours goes and definitely lighting a fire under me to get mine done for the summer and enjoy it! Rad videos as always

[@thedirtheadshed]

Thanks! Good luck on the project

[@JoeReese-kh1jc]

Daves the reason my truck has a bunch of parts in the back seat. Dirt is good....

[@flightofarrow]

Came over from VGG what a great find!

[@dipe277]

Great amount of work done! Good job.

[@saturnfivehynrgrc581]

Good stuff Dave. I'm doing similar things just in a smaller scale within RC. Fun to see it in the full scale/size. Like button energized and video watched in its entirety.

[@thedirtheadshed]

I would t mind working on a smaller scale

[@JimPenix-u1v]

I'm just getting into this channel....I think you're going to be right there with VGG as one of my favorites. Can't wait to get into your content.

[@thedirtheadshed]

Right on . Hope ya dig it

[@keiths8800]

Found you from VGG. Now another channel to subscribe to. Love jeeps so this is great.

[@rickfazzini22]

Man you get a lot of work done Dave. Thanks for sharing

[@thedirtheadshed]

Thanks for watching!

[@coupedayville4038]

Holley has a set of motor mounts with poly clamshells brackets for the YJ LS swaps. I’m doing a 4.8 with Nv3500 transmission and 241 case now.

[@thedirtheadshed]

Nice!

[@YorkSS10]

Dave and VGG are my favorites! Add a little Tony A and Cleetus in and I get nothing at work accomplished

[@tedweb2526]

So i have to start by saying mt is dunb aa dumb can be ur an Asset u make it worth watching tv .anyway i gi e u mad props for being as real of a person as u are mas respect for u not trying to be something else ur personality is extremely fresh for being a real person no script so that being said i thank you for being u thanks my friend hopefully someday when i get back on my feet i have the pleasure of meeting u .. so please don't change who u r ........ thanks Cheddar

[@kenfrazier616]

finally got to finish seeing the complete video, ya having power at your fingertips very nice

[@sandraodell8890]

You're right anyway wanted to let you know I'm a big fan

[@Boardr721]

I stripped the same bellhousing bolt getting the AX-15 out of my Jeep and solved it in exactly the same way! 👍🏻

[@thedirtheadshed]

What a pain

[@brandonbennett6708]

Miss workin on my old junk. Keep the content coming!

[@thunder_lloyd]

that bellhousing is pretty affordable!! especially compared to most plate adapter kits. super cool

[@PeterJones-zq4cq]

You got after it this time! Butter Jeep will be awesome with an LS!

[@thedirtheadshed]

Thanks! I think it’ll be good

[@jeremygrant3926]

I used one of those bell housings doing a ls3 in a cj7. Very nice piece.

[@thedirtheadshed]

Right on

[@SirVarnish]

Saw the hydro assist reservoir. I recently did an ls swap in my LJ and was able to re use the same pump with a different pulley. Psc guided me to use goatbuilt bracket, even reused feed hose from reservoir as position was same.

[@thedirtheadshed]

Good information! Thanks

[@beadblaster9508]

They also make flap disc with a rounded grinding edge so you can grind with the edge of the disc

[@thedirtheadshed]

Those are nice looking. I don’t have any

[@sgt_oj]

Hey Dave, didn't see a similar comment so I figured I'd chime in. Those reverse torx bolts need an "E" socket, should be able to find a set cheap at the parts store :) Sincerely, a BMW owner

[@thedirtheadshed]

Thanks for the heads up

[@jeepspeednate]

Yes! I have been waiting patiently for this episode. Butter jeep is one of my favorites.

[@thedirtheadshed]

Awesome. I like it

[@rustybottoms8859]

Awesome Dave! The 4.0 was pretty cool. I'm always kinda of for the under dog though but its hard to go wrong with an LS. When my 2.5L started knocking I decided to go with 5.2L Magnum instead of the LS, I was able to make all my stock gauges in my Tj work with it. Looking forward to seeing how this goes!

[@derbf1]

Dave? With all those tools sorry dude you are a full fledged mechanic 😊 and you are making it look easy.

[@dogpotter]

Thats a bunch of work for a one man operation thanks for showing us it can be done

[@larrywhite6637]

i saw the Roadkill episode of this Butter jeep flooding out trying to cross Moab Creek/River Utah. What I remember about that particular program was allegedly how much pleasure Furburgers expressed when Butter Jeep died, my first thought was what an ahole. This episode showed DirtHead Shed David helping David Furburger! I have also seen this same kind of meanness, selfishness, and self-serving, sanctimonious attitude allegedly raise its ugly head on Roadkill Garage, toward Steve Dulich. just discovered Dirthead Shed! Keep up the good work David.

[@abcsd1254]

I’m so glad to see you’re doing a v8 swap! Butter Jeep was rad before and now more so.

[@RustyAutoholicGuy]

Great job! Can't wait for the next video!

[@scottmcdade753]

I'll be damned. I just heard your named dropped by Derrick from Vice Grip Garrage. This is Scott the DMV Dude. Reach out brother. Let's reconnect.