Driving My CHEAP CADILLAC ESCALADE For The FIRST Time

The cheap Cadillac Escalade engine swap is one of the most requested videos I've ever had. Everyday there are comments asking when it will be back, and here it is. We had to setup a new shop just to get this knocked out, all new lighting, tools, tool boxes... a lot had to happen to make this happen and now we're ready! The cheap 2011 Cadillac Escalade and its new L94 engine are ready to go, all that's left to do is take out some bolts and put them back in.
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[@marshallcollins4371]

What I nice guy Eric is for all the work he has done with you on the escalade and the mini resort

[@alansmith4734]

5:52 I learned a tip from Roadkill Garage. Before you remove a hood, take a Sharpie and draw around plates on each side where the bolts attach. When reattaching the hood, simply realign the Sharpie circle to the bolt plates, and your hood should be aligned, avoiding the trial and error fittings.

[@InsideOfMyOwnMind]

That's a very old trick that works well for a lot of things.

[@tortron]

​@@InsideOfMyOwnMindthey invented writing lists of what needs done on a project too

[@InsideOfMyOwnMind]

@@tortron When all of the walls in the shop are made of white board.

[@ashishpatel350]

it's better to do all the orings in the ac system. the older ones will give out because the system is holding more pressure now.

[@richardfarmer6570]

Glad to see this finally running, turned into more of a project than you were expecting. Looking forward to seeing this after a paint correction.

[@Cartier_specialist]

Isn't a "paint correction" what they used to call a real detail?

[@GrandMoffJoseph]

Congrats on the Escalade! Sucks about Eric's truck though. Hopefully no one was hurt. :(

[@pops55650]

Glad it’s running and driving! I think you can still turn a profit on this one. I love it when a project comes to a happy finish

[@ronsloan7662]

Wow! What a marathon that thing has been for you guys. That 2nd replacement engine was a bonus after all your sweat and labor. It's turned out really well. Congrats!

[@ericbrock9387]

Let's appreciate Eric for all the hard work he does! Awesome dude and JR, he deserves an upgraded truck!!

[@Hacker4life]

Why should we appreciate people for doing what they are paid to do in the first place.

[@noonehere1793]

What about the Schrader valves in the lines….i would replace those as well. … no rod knock…victory👍👍😀

[@sparkydogsparky2992]

Congratulations, you've hit on the perfect split between house and car repairs!!

[@MrWoodyBalto]

Escalade is sounding and looking good. Just need to tint the front 2 windows 35% so the rig has a more uniform look.

[@Cartier_specialist]

Yeah as long as he doesn't go too dark. I've learned watching a few police pursuit videos that the police assume your up to no good if your windows are so dark they can't see into your vehicle.

[@davidedgar3509]

Need to check what the state has to say about allowed window tint before putting it on. Easy way to get a ticket.

[@papilgee4evaeva]

​@@davidedgar3509or fail an inspection.

[@dmann1209]

Excellent , I am looking forward to seeing the interior installed. Solid content!

[@elijah12325]

Will JR ever wear his own shirt during an outro??? The world may never know.

[@Daermos]

I think I saw his shirt in last mini resort outro. Could be wrong

[@elijah12325]

@@Daermos He recorded the outro the night before in a non-jrgo shirt, and then did the morning after update with it on. Still not quite plugging his merch right haha

[@MaNu-pp1em]

I think he wont wear one ever just because he is so used to say "not like this"

[@BigV771]

The real question is does anyone actually buy a watch JR go shirt?

[@jeffreyshepherd8488]

Superheros don't usually wear their own merch

[@AutoAuctionRebuilds]

I loooooove and want this! So rare to have a DOD mechanically deleted GM!! Niiice!

[@frankwolf389]

Hope Eric is alright! Sucks that his truck got hit.

[@WatchJRGo]

He’s good, just waiting on insurance 🍻

[@JonBlondell]

They’re called vent windows.

[@nickh5450]

I got my 08 yxld with 230k 18 months ago for 4300 . Best all around rig . Glad u got yours going

[@MrKoaz72]

The new shop looks good glad that Cadillac is up and running

[@WatchJRGo]

🥉 we need to finish moving things over there, the big toolbox has everything in it!

[@mjjr1000]

Hope Eric’s okay, obviously being build like tank should help. Good to see the project finished- ok 99% finished lol

[@johnwinter9722]

I had a '10, '14, and '16. The earlier models were beasts and I loved them. The 6.2 was always evident and powerful. The '14 was my favorite. It was a Premium with body colored trim instead of chrome and dual exhausts. Almost sporty. The '16 was great. All high tech and all, but so quiet and subdued. Capable and comfortable, just not as much fun.

[@stephenfriesen1062]

Always said, he needs a shirt that says "Cool shirt just like this" lol

[@AaronPowellvox]

So funny watching you compared to watching someone like Sarah-n-tuned. Y’all slap it back together and Sarah will meticulously clean and restore literally every part before putting it back together both of y’all are great though.

[@janmartens7954]

Well, this Escalade was a chore…

[@albertcoburn5674]

love the Escalade, and how it turned out!!

[@ForrestGreenes]

Why don’t you clean the parts before install ?

[@davidpick1076]

Ask Vehcor about that. He has a habit of not cleaning his vehicles he rebuilds.

[@MrMusicadkinson]

I love your videos, whether you are at the lake or working on cars. Great job!!

[@PhillyDee215]

I've always wanted a Escalade....still want one

[@jritechnology]

There is a lady that works a few shops down who would love to own an Escalade. I just recently detailed and polished out her 2011 Ford Escape, and after I got the black mold out that had accumulated in the rear carpets (where her child sits) she confided in me that it is her dream to own an Escalade. She was very sweet and actually took an interest in me for some odd reason, so I have been making sure her Escape looks as close to a "nice" Escape as you can get one to look since it will NEVER be an Escalade.

[@Tow_Guy_Tv]

Love the ac info and got a few tips thanks jr great video bro

[@kerrylewis2581]

It's finally running and driving. It looks like another eight-plus hours of work, and the Escalade project will be complete. The big decision will be to sell or not to sell.

[@TheHienax]

HEY YOOOO!!! She is back!!! Great work!!! What a journey with this one!!

[@tjm5492]

I almost forgot you worked on cars. Kidding aside, congrats on the Escalade.

[@sirphilo]

Hurray! Great job!

[@jonrichardson504]

I been waiting for this video!

[@donreinholz8121]

You guys sure put in a lot of work on that Escalade! You got it cheap. You should keep it JR!

[@user-sf7kl9uh7k]

Front's lined up really nice, JR is good.

[@jeroldbreazeale4717]

This Cadillac is going like every one of my projects issue after issue glad it got done

[@VidTubeWatch]

Where is my video on the abandoned mini resort located on serene Camp Crystal Lake? LOL. I have been enjoying this series as well. Now it's time to sit back and enjoy this video.

[@WatchJRGo]

Coming soon! 🍻

[@7728abbott]

Is the Escalade eventually going to be the Courtesy Vehicle for the Mini Resort? Sure would fit the part!

[@the_truck_farmer]

That Escalade looks like the official “watch JR Dad” vehicle. She’s the extended model for kid suitcases and dog kennels. (I drive a minivan so I am the last guy to judge). 😂

[@gwaddles]

That is commitment ladies and gentlemen

[@deancurry8841]

great job,

[@died4us590]

Just saw an o'reilys add, i guess you got their attention, usually see a mold armour add lol. Glad this motor is good, because i know you need to kick it on down the road, and move onto the next deal. G-d bless y'all.

[@Cartier_specialist]

The KZbin algorithm uses artificial intelligence to place ads where the advertisers get the most relevant ad placement. I know a lot of people claim JR is sponsored by them but I'm fairly sure he's not.

[@ericjenks9596]

My condolences to Eric’s truck. Hope they have good insurance

[@jamesogara2219]

You are one persistent guy!

[@zachkenny4489]

hell yea. I'll buy it when its done :D

[@organiccold]

Nice Escalade..but $10 a wipers blade!!! Here in the UK you buy Michelin ones £3.99 each 😂 Love the Corvette

[@jeremyTallen1]

What's that green light on the bottom right of the cluster mean. I just bought a cadillac yesterday and it has that green light on also.

[@sat_sonic]

Nice Escalade (finally)

[@BrassMtn]

I understand it leaks on a vacuum but with pressure does that help the seals expand and seat?

[@douglasbray3563]

Good Evening John Ross

[@mikeywilz]

How many miles are on the Escalade?

[@toolzshed]

Yayyy the Escalade is aliiiiveeee

[@acskmawb]

the hood sensor not being plugged in is why the remote start didn't work, its a safety feature.

[@mikegagliano5343]

Yes more of the offroad corvettte please

[@caitsith2007]

looks good, hope eric is ok after that hit.

[@69Dartman]

Moving is real good, watching now 👋

[@WatchJRGo]

It’s about time 💯

[@69Dartman]

@@WatchJRGo You got a lot knocked out and actually drove it to get more parts👍

[@Miloshe71]

What’s the best year for these or a suburban? Looking to buy one.

[@meofnz2320]

Tease us with the Rolls…😢

[@IAmBlux]

MOAR POWAA BABY! Best username.

[@lovellmills7959]

Yay its fixed 😇

[@craigr.2755]

What was that thing that you were charging?

[@SandyNickk]

Damn son, that thang got SHOES 😤😮‍💨😂😂

[@joeyi0607]

I think JR does the most " I don't care cars" ever built. 😂

[@Zundfolge]

I thought I recognized Eric and his truck that got hit. I drove by that wreck after the police had arrived (North Meridian and the K96 ramp). The other truck was in worse shape it looked like to me.

[@parvinaujla]

I can't even keep up on the uploads !!

[@charlesdalton985]

Man that turned out nicely! Sorry about Eric’s truck, hope he’s good. Question - when the @#%$@#$ do you sleep? I joke that I’ll get all the sleep I need when I’m dead, but you make me look like I might already be dead. Thanks for taking us along.

[@davntelisha19]

Could be the back ac under the passenger side rear hose

[@brycekelly8611]

I for one want to see the Corvette build! I want to see it go to a gambler 500!

[@scottbender8123]

I came for the "HOOD STRUTS"😅😅

[@psubuster]

Hey

[@erscustoms911]

I feel like whenever you video you just need a fan ready for cooling, yall sweat more than any youtubers 😂

[@albertcoburn5674]

When I worked as a technician I always cleaned the battery posts and charged the battery.

[@11.9lsupercharged4]

I called it the smokers window in my old 88 Lincoln Town car

[@SpaceTech54]

NiceWork..

[@joeschmoe5009]

I eould say, if you want the corvette to be interesting for your channel, you have to go real offroad build, cuz the corvette kart style has already been done many time.

[@royalbadger6560]

I started having R8 flashbacks when he mentioned flashing the ECU.

[@bellaportaustralia]

Just out of curiosity why didnt you wipe down dirty parts

[@Trophy9869]

Just need some fuzzy dice and curb feelers and it will be done.

[@mrgroo]

Washer fluid sensor need changing?

[@WatchJRGo]

Yeah it’s toast, I ordered it and it’s not here yet 🍻

[@joanbrown9376]

16:20 = Quarter Light

[@brettperkins4643]

LKQ? South Wichita?

[@theworldsnewsplainview952]

Sorry John Ross I won't be interested in the ifc road Corvette. Love the escalade.

[@benschmidt8168]

you guys looked BEAT that first night here. I hope you get to rest sometime between working hard and playing hard.

[@claysmell]

Moar Powaa Baby

[@johnnymahaladay01]

Tyler will buy it.

[@Brian-pt2nn]

Only goes 4 cyl mode when driving not idling

[@peterwarner8541]

Wait, I thought this was a mini-resort restoration channel, what’s this stuff about cars??!!!

[@kristoffermangila]

IT'S ALLLIIIIIVVVVEEE!

[@ab-cd456]

JR, what was not correct about your first attempt to flash the ECM? Looked like you shut down DOD and set the codes, was there another step you missed?

[@WatchJRGo]

I didn’t have credits to flash it lol

[@SeanPennII]

​@@WatchJRGothat's relatable

[@watchjaredwork1487]

Hey!

[@WatchJRGo]

Yo! 🍻

[@kevinkyser1274]

C wagon, C wagon, C wagon, all the house wives pulling up!

[@DonMooreseven]

My kid got one of those and swapped the body over to a sierra, I think he's been watching you too much

[@michaelheiser861]

whats with the out of credits? all about

[@definitelynotatwork]

The tuning software uses a credit system to configure and tune. You have to prepay $x for #x credits. Each thing you do costs credits and eats away at your bank

[@nosetdirection]

It will not remote start with any fault codes.

[@Cartier_specialist]

2

[@WatchJRGo]

🥈 nailed it!

[@Cartier_specialist]

​@@WatchJRGoLucky guess.

[@davntelisha19]

1.130 g ac

[@davntelisha19]

Finally 😅

[@darrellsaunders4267]

The engineer must have been tripping real good when he designed that thing.

[@chronoboat11]

Aren't the side steps supposed to retract????

[@tei1337]

Yeah, he mentioned they still had to fix that.