C4 Corvette Engine Swap Reveal!

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[@roberthuston5508]

If you're planning to keep the factory style independent rear suspension setup look for a rear end out of a C4 with a manual trans because then you'll have a Dana 44 instead of the Dana 36 that the autos come with . Eckler's in Titusville carries them in their catalog along with some of the other Corvette parts suppliers .

[@DriftHQ]

Yes! We are doing the Dana 44. Thanks for the tip!

[@schof1014]

Da fuck ! This must be the seller or a blind Man ! Nothing on this Car will be kept....Lmaoooo like Mr. BURNS FROM THE SIMPSONS

[@luisbalderrama8145]

@@DriftHQ This. Also, I would make sure to confirm the final drive ratio. Some of the D44 ratios were pretty tall. I believe the shortest from the factory was 3.54, but I'm sure there is plenty of after market kits for them if you want to put in 4.11s or what not. Regardless the D44 diff is a great piece. All the best, Luis

[@TacoRuns]

@@schof1014 Have you not been watching the videos? They've discussed about keeping countless things stock.

[@roberthuston5508]

@@TacoRuns Did you not read my comment before spouting off . Their stock rear end would be a Dana 36 because all of the C4s with an automatic came with that rear end . A C4 with the 4+3 trans came with a Dana 44 . Guess how I know . I'll tell you anyway . Because I own one that was a factory , but the trans sucked too so mine now has a TKO 600 and a DTS built Dana 44 for with a Detroit Tru Trac and 3.73:1 Dana gears . Nough said ?

[@evogibson92]

dana 44 diff can be geared pretty much however you want, theyve been produced in various forms since about 1950. massive aftermarket, and theyve been used in other oem performance applications.

[@charliekuhn3856]

I first discovered Bjork's build about a year ago. It's so cool to see that DriftHQ is building JapVette 2.0! This is definitely a dream build, and I can't wait to hear that RB purr underneath the hood of this beautiful C4! Super rad that you guys are working with Bjork on this kit.

[@DriftHQ]

Thank you Charlie! It’s going to be Epic!

[@ChuckThree]

Bjork’s car is easily one of the most original builds in 10 years. If they made an 80’s anime of Miami Vice set in the future… it would be the hero car.

[@arpaton5667]

Björks body kit is gonna be sick on this car.

[@thedriveinopera8889]

I really do feel like this is gonna end up one of the best looking cars in the lz/ drift hq fleet.

[@DriftHQ]

We hope so 💚

[@ChuckThree]

If it’s anything like Bjork’s original car, it will be 😉

[@lvett8647]

The 80s music makes this so much more nostalgic and awesome! This is gonna be a cool build!

[@khrisyeet8022]

I love all the Corvette expert engineers in the comments. From rear differential specialist to engine designers. I guess that's why there are so many Corvette repair shops on every street corner. Keep the "expert" advice coming!!!

[@sl0wmk6.5]

I was kinda hoping for a 3 or 4 rotor swap but this is sick too. Stoked for this series!

[@mckin8490]

That would be a terrible idea lol.

[@Brett_murray14]

That woukd be a horrible idea for drifting

[@taylorcuny1424]

I jus started a c4 project about a month ago. I could only wish it was this cool lol. I jus got a 40 over small block to go in. Aluminum heads an goin to try to go back fuel injected

[@raymondmiller427]

Adam just drives the cost of every C4 up to the moon with one statement… c4’s are the next 350z

[@DriftHQ]

🤭

[@christianrodolfo]

@@DriftHQ i hate how i sold my c4 for 1700$ almost as good condition as this one

[@Steven-rg4bo]

@@christianrodolfo if it was anywhere near as clean as this original 30k mile car why would u sell it for 1700? 😂🤦🏽‍♂️

[@christianrodolfo]

@@Steven-rg4bo because thats how badly i needed the money and my dads an asshole he didnt want it in the driveway because we had 2 other vetters in garage

[@christianrodolfo]

@@Steven-rg4bo he told me get rid of it asap

[@mg_streetkandi]

If y'all buy another c4..buy 92 -96..you would be able to use better suspension like bars..arms..coilovers from Van Steel..which is in Clearwater Florida...I bought a lot of parts from them for my C4 a couple of years ago before I went to a FRC C5...Enjoy..they are great cars with a good open wheel set up and good rear suspension adjustments...🏁👍🏽

[@adamthomas4638]

I think it's really dope how much you guys interact with your subs always replying to comments is a real OG move wow I was totally wrong about the engine I really thought Adam was gonna give up his rotary to make this thing really weird but RB is very different

[@DriftHQ]

Always! Thanks for commenting!

[@RottenTomahoken]

Is it bad that was guess that to begin with

[@a.hagler3777]

Adam! I know you see this! Porsche 944 Drift car to complement the C4??!! Squad style! Come on LZ! 💪💪 Keep crushing it Drift HQ 👌You guys are keeping us on our toes!

[@DriftHQ]

That would be a cool car too! Definitely a good choice for the future

[@CoronetFan]

SEMA 2022 build??? I think it’d be pretty cool!!

[@robertsalinas8947]

Super stoked to see more c4 engine swaps, decided to stroke my 95 lt1 to a 383 recently

[@mikey-joecaudell8808]

A Nissan engine in a Vette? Ya'll are crazy. My type of crazy. This is going to be fun to watch.

[@Mcglocklin23]

Man I really love all the content you guys are giving us… this channel should have way more subs

[@DriftHQ]

We appreciate the support Jordan!

[@joestewart5406]

Just discovered that drift hq is an actual channel, Adam should mention it more.

[@kylerkenziecreager5928]

@@joestewart5406 he does a lot lol

[@blobjrghf]

Just tell me when you've got an angle kit sorted, I'm ready for my own. When it does get beat on, I recommend an underframe cross brace and leaving the targa top on as it is structural.

[@WallaRennat]

I love the video, my first video I’ve seen from y’all 🤘🏻 love the music choice for sure 👌🏻

[@DriftHQ]

Thank you Joe!

[@WallaRennat]

@@DriftHQ No problem can’t wait to see this C4 in action 🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@vhp454]

I own a 1993 C4 corvette. I removed the LT1 and auto trans. I removed the rear end and changed it with a Dana44. I then installed an all aluminum 427 big block chevy with a 4L80E transmission. Best thing i ever did to my corvette!

[@morbiusgaming1488]

C4 corvettes are finally seeing love 🔥

[@DriftHQ]

They've always been RAD

[@Average_gaming_life.]

The drift HQ green in that car with black details is gonna be something to admire and best part the interior matches the green this build for me is equal to adams R34 and collets Rx7 interns of potential and hype for me in my humble opinion And do you guys have plans on building a GTR any time soon because I would love to see a R33 with the Drift HQ charm and making that car green or orange like the drift BMW of yours would be awesome and original then the LZ compound would have almost the complete generation of JDM legends

[@DriftHQ]

Thank you! R33 would be crazy!

[@Average_gaming_life.]

@@DriftHQ thank you for the awesome content can’t wait to see a GTR DF HQ build 😉💪🏻🙏🏻 Lots of love from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷

[@Prestanium]

As soon as I heard a Swedish body kit that only be the 2nd ever I instantly knew it was going to be “By Bjork” especially seeing him mention Adam LZ on his Instagram.

[@bryanbacilio4991]

C4 will be the best build on the internet

[@DriftHQ]

🤘

[@G_Ozare]

Sheesh!!! Straight 90’s vibes ✨✨✨ HYPED for this build. *Filmer/Editor/Music guy deserves a raise 🤙🏼

[@DriftHQ]

😃💚

[@ianrandall4370]

exact motor i was hoping for!!!

[@tomnorwid]

Wait! did I hear correctly? LZ said c4 is going to be the new 350Z. What a boost for drifting, maybe off the self parts in Florida too!!

[@redtesta]

That is a 1989 roughly. It had roughly 245hp. The 1984 Cross fire POS vette (carry over motor from 1982) had 205hp. They weighed only 3200 lbs. At carlsbad with a clean tuned 1985 vette ran a high 13 and with simple air foil, exhaust, gears and traco chip ran 13.2's. Not bad for all under 300hp. These cars had their own race series back in the day , the Escort series because the only competition to ithe vette on the track were other vettes. The last L98 was 1991 putting out 250hp then 1992 was the 300hp LT1. I would , however , get the dana 44 rearend out of a stick vette from those years. The Dana 36 with the auto will not hang with the power increases. Shorter driver shaft as well.

[@snoopyluv188]

Great job guys! Tell Chris n Cricket I say wassup!? We gotta do mimosas Sundays! Lol

[@DriftHQ]

Will do!

[@CrickettFab]

We going today in 0-town baby. Come on up

[@snoopyluv188]

@crickett sounds great!! Maybe next week ill come check yall if ya around! 💯💯💯

[@CrickettFab]

@@snoopyluv188 hell yea baby we miss our boi 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@DJtheChemist]

Love the choice of music and theme for this! Can't wait to see this whole project come through!

[@JuanBrolo]

God I love this build lol. The most mullet inspired car ever aside from the el Camino

[@drivewaymarvels311]

Glad to see you guys working on this cool car. Exited for next videos.

[@DriftHQ]

Thank you for watching!

[@Scott-Tim]

This build looks nasty! so stoked

[@DriftHQ]

🤘

[@CarlosSotomayor1331]

Great choice for a platform fellas. Excited to see where this goes. Early 90's C4 on my list to buy this year. Looking forward to that body kit. I saw your last video saying you were possibly going to be selling it stateside? Is that right? Definitely want that kist for my c4.

[@racetruckron]

Looking forward to seeing what you guys come up with for suspension components. The C4 suspension has been kinda popular in domestic restomods for the last decade. I transplanted suspension from an 88 vette onto my LS swapped Mighty Max.

[@patitocarlangelo8835]

Now I'm interested in the build. I'm excited how it's gonna turned out that thing needs to have a face to face with TJ Hunt's Mustang RB

[@icecoldr32]

Very cool project guys. Super stoked to see it come together. FUNHAVER 4 SURE!!!

[@michaelallen2501]

That's an L98 TunedPort. Not an LT1. The LT1 was a 300hp small block. Introduced in 1992.

[@DriftHQ]

Thanks for the clarification.

[@shawnguillory267]

And the 205hp was 84 only with the L83 crossfire that was carried over from the 82 C3 The L98 was from 85-91 and was about 230-245hp depending on year. Then the LT-1 was 92-96 at 300hp and LT-4 in 96 manual only at 330hp. And of course LT-5 ZR-1 motor from 375-405hp was from 90-95. Anyway. Not a purist here at all. I love this project. Just clarification.

[@ElT1greVerde]

loving the content guys! great work, excited to see the end results

[@DriftHQ]

Thank you 💚

[@HolyHandJesus]

A 4200 Vortec Chevy i6 Would have been sweet. They hold around 550HP with boost and stock internals.

[@DriftHQ]

😮

[@Parker_white_guy]

Killin it my dudes! 🤙💪

[@chihcaaron]

Finally some RB content!!!

[@BlkBette]

Definitely would be willing to come lend some knowledge/help. I’m in Orlando and have a 4l80e swapped LS C4.

[@DriftHQ]

DM us 🙏🏻💚

[@BlkBette]

@@DriftHQ sent an IG message

[@Mulletmans]

You guys have to take the car and show the old owner after it's done. Would love to see what he thinks.

[@DriftHQ]

We will!

[@Joshua-rp3tm]

I think he might kill them lmaoooo

[@vlcallmeprince-x6032]

He'd probably burn their shop down😂

[@Limitr5.7]

If that dude you got it off was legit. I would recommend not taking it back hahaha

[@anthonysaca1608]

This is awesome.. few months ago I ripped apart my c4 and did a full exo cage... Working on doing an ls3 swap

[@Wraith-Actual]

Whats been the biggest problem with you swap so far? I'm thinking about doing a ls3 with a turbo

[@DriftHQ]

That sounds fun!

[@yung-qn9nt]

This build is definitely going to be different and awesome! Keep the videos coming!!

[@DriftHQ]

Thank you. Glad you enjoy them!

[@stevenrampersad3949]

RB BABYYYYY!

[@addicted2fuel]

For the differential you can source a C6 Z06 rear diff and some drive shaft shop axles and use the rear spindles for the wheel bearings or if you want to take on the fab project you can source a 8.8 or 9in newer rear diff from a mustang or if Adam still has the parts gt350 take the diff setup out of that car. And I guessed the engine would be a RB which is gonna be a great choice for this car. Can't wait to watch the progress

[@DriftHQ]

C6 ? Would love to hear more about how to accomplish this, DM us on IG or email us if you can at [e-mail]

[@fryloc359]

How are you going to to put a c6 transaxle in a c4?

[@Omw2fybagt]

I kept my tpi 350 put a cam in and a Holley terminator x plus a few minor mods like airfoil and ls1 injectors plan is to have fun with the 350 while I get all the ls stuff ready and when it’s time I already have the ecu trans and engine harness

[@CraaaigV302]

Cricket looks so familiar

[@CrickettFab]

I got one of those generic white boi faces

[@theauthenticsteve]

I called it on the first video, I knew deep down it would be an RB.

[@DriftHQ]

It just feels right 😉

[@TSHauto]

Amazing. What a nice combo. Can't wait to see it running

[@DriftHQ]

Come down when it's done!

[@_bradne]

Reading the other comments, I know you guys have been informed on the Dana 44 now. But for some more info, most of the Dana 36s came with a 3.07 and some others in the mid 2.50s-2.70s range, just depends on options of course. With the Dana 44, the earlier ones came with a 3.07 ratio as well, I believe 1985-1991. 1992-1996, most of them had 3.45s and another option of 3.54s. No matter what year C4, all autos had the Dana 36 (and manual ones too ONLY in 1984), and then in 1985-1996, all stick shifts had the Dana 44 with 3 different rear end ratios. Of course there are aftermarket gear sets you can get to change the ratio if you would like, think I have seen people run all the way up to 4.10s or so in them. Also, pretty sure they are all LSD type diffs, I don't think any C4s had open diffs auto or manual. Hope this info helps.

[@destruxandexploze2552]

All are LSD. Dana 44 was for manual only. 3.07 gear. Dana 36 was for automatic and didn’t have 3.07

[@shawnczapla1864]

Idk if you're going to be getting into it on this build but I always thought some 240 or fd rx7 taillights would look sick with the body kit you are doing. It would be some work but you got the skills! Just figured I'd throw that out there.

[@PaceWorks]

Where do you find your tunes for you videos ? Same song Jimmy Oaks used is ther a library of copyright free music 🎶 somwere I should look ?

[@DriftHQ]

Epidemic Sound

[@PaceWorks]

@@DriftHQ Aw that's where all the similar music coming from its a payed subscription to use ther music is it ?

[@pablo_vs_paul4856]

Why not repower one of the golfkarts with the original driveline, delete the tailshaft, direct bolt box to diff, exoskeleton for safety, think shartkart. Or find a broken keitruck, mid mount the combo, zoom zoom zoomies!!!

[@SPProduction02]

Can't wait to see the finished product :D

[@DriftHQ]

Follow the build and we won't disappoint!

[@mrlt1151]

FYI, that's not an LT1. The TPI L98 Gen I small block.

[@DriftHQ]

We corrected it in this video, thank you!

[@mrlt1151]

@@DriftHQ I saw, made me wish I watched to the end before commenting. Good choice to start with a cleaner car. The small stuff adds up quick. More enthusiasts need to learn this. If we're not talking $100k classics, another few grand on a nicer car, usually can buy you double triple that in parts and time.

[@criseestrada16]

So TJ’s RB Mustang vs Drift HQ RB Corvette????

[@DriftHQ]

🤔

[@michaeljordan2852]

Could put a t56 out of a 4th gen fbody in it. They have a torque arm set up in them with a low profile trans mount and from what I saw Kenny slides do in his I'd say they slide pretty alright 👍

[@Shadow0fd3ath24]

Kenny had a t56 magnum but yep otherwise the same

[@Phil60084]

First time watching the series... That intro do be nice.

[@DriftHQ]

Thank you Phill

[@ChuckThree]

How are you going to top Bjork’s white 3 spoke wheels?! It’d be cool to see a modern take on the “Sawblade” or “Salad Shooter” wheels that originally came on the C4 *PS. Kenny Loggins for 80’s inspiration at 2:45 ⚠️Zone

[@КлиментЦонков]

So it's gonna make as much as a stock LS3? and its heavier... At least it sounds good and fits the look of the long and narrow engine bay.

[@hammerswrenches2174]

It will also make way less torque and have way less usable power. Ls3 is the best option for everything!

[@ButtKickersReviews]

This is going to be interesting for sure

[@DriftHQ]

👀

[@erro_]

I know you’re gonna cut it up don’t have a problem with that I’m stoked for this build but just curious if you wanted to save the body instead of cutting up good fenders and what not could t you get replacement panels and cut those instead. So say some where down the line you wanted back to stock you could with out the body being cut Idk I’m dumb when it comes to this stuff…… Most things actually Also I think we need a vs match TJs mustang rb vs c4 rb

[@fryloc359]

It would be nice, but quite a few body panels are glued on.

[@frestkd]

I think C4 vettes use a special Dana 44 housing so gearing, diff carriers, and parts plenty and cheap...

[@DriftHQ]

Thanks for the info!

[@Snoo42]

You guys should bring it to a muscle car meet when it’s done just pop the hood and leave.😂

[@Dante_S550_Turbo]

10:16 that water pump inlay is looking sus

[@CrickettFab]

Can confirm. It’s sus 😂😂😂

[@mikeyacullo]

This thing is going to be so sick

[@eslatvietis]

i like where this is going!😈 keep it up! :D

[@DriftHQ]

Thanks for watching!

[@TheHBWC]

RB30 and RD28 in a patrol have rear sump setups

[@Averysimons2012]

Golden boys

[@Matt_Lanzer_13]

Nah the 205 hp engines were the crossfire 350’s in 83, the engine that car has is a 350 tpi, which makes 245 hp but the intake design makes way more torque (325 I believe) and they fell off hard up top. But loving that people are giving c4’s the love they deserve now!

[@elliottvader2377]

The lt1 cars are way better then the l98 cars

[@wingnutthecat]

also it's not a LT1 nor a L88, LT1s were 93up and 300 hp (with the problematic Optispark). L88s were highly coveted big blocks in the late 60s, this is a L98

[@elliottvader2377]

@@wingnutthecat I meant to type 98 sorry about that man it was a typo, Also I know That 92s come with LT1s because I have one

[@wingnutthecat]

@@elliottvader2377 was just happy to know a very small bit of info such as the L88 vs L98 bit lol. GM makes it difficult of course reusing designations all the time instead of letting them live in their historical glory

[@elliottvader2377]

@@wingnutthecat It’s a bitch to get the right parts

[@mykg73]

So what did you do with this drive train? Is it up for grabs?

[@beartodrift5345]

Yes, finally, someone’s doing it

[@fastec5]

The LT1 didn't come out in the 80's and when it did come out it made more than 200hp. The 205hp number is for the sbc that originally came in the C4.

[@georgehernandez3030]

Tpi, I think 240hp. Camaro had a 305 220hp and I think both Camaro and vette 350s are 240, maybe more for the vette, don’t remember. I’m so glad someone else noticed it wasn’t an LT

[@k00lkidz4]

What makes the rb20 better than the l98? love the project btw

[@DriftHQ]

Its different!

[@Vette_byrd]

C4 ls swap checking in. This is very cool though 👍

[@NottiOne]

I dont mind the engine swap but with some minor parts u can make big power out of that LT.

[@ZackCalvin]

Y’all are wild 😂😂

[@DriftHQ]

🤪

[@recruted]

But as stated previously you will need a dyna 44 swap for any real power

[@brx3649]

Was wishing for a 427 but I still love the project.

[@barramk3]

Wait. WTF is wrong with a Barra engine? Haha congrats guys!!!

[@AlaskaTony]

Adam dropping C4s are the next 350Z and now the value of C4s doubled, lol!

[@dougieirvine3980]

That guy u got that from sees this he’s going to cry 👌😜

[@DriftHQ]

Tears of joy !

[@JDXFAB]

Finally something different and the best part is its not a LS or JZ swapped its a win win

[@JRodzz]

Way to slay boissss

[@BarbWaltersMusic]

Imagine if Bruce looked up the channel!

[@DriftHQ]

We're sending him every video 😅

[@Loki_Trickster]

This Definately needs to Meet TJs mustang when its finished. If only to show TJ what real fitment is lol.

[@Chattsteezy]

Boosted M50/2 would've been sick af lol but definitely happy to see an RB as well. Gonna be a good series

[@the_perigoso]

Is it going to be drift hq green?

[@KingatowCrew]

as a Aussie I was so so happy when you said no barra ...most over rated taxi engine around #nobarra

[@growlith6969]

IRS diff from a Cobra is what a lot of people use. If you're cheap just get one from a 2nd gen 4wd Expedition (03-06, but skip 03 had first year problems) which is basically a limited slip 8.8 I think, plenty beefy, 2wd is usually an open so too much work unless you just feel opening one up and throwin parts at it.

[@DriftHQ]

Thanks for the info

[@Tyler_Bass850]

the retro, vice city old school look is so yall, this is going to be rad af, cant wait to see this thing transform into a killer

[@joetayson397]

You should find a project to put the old engine and transmission in. Maybe a buggy or something.

[@austinneel1696]

Anyone else looking for Bruce in the comments 😂😂😂

[@luke_james]

Yes rb25de-t neo 🙋‍♂️🇦🇺 turboed my neo it's so good

[@nismox6460]

NEO Yes Yes Yes

[@andrewahltangen2245]

Fiero next? 🤷🏼‍♂️ make them more popular and drive up the value of mine 😂

[@DriftHQ]

Would be rad lol

[@Louisthefrenchie13]

4 rotor vette gonna be sick

[@QuBaTiOn]

That intro tho 🔥