Duramax Brake Upgrade Powerstop Z36, and Powerstop Giveaway!

[@JRUTHLESS_GARAGE_AND_CUSTOM]

thats a good truck. I had an 2001 the best upgrade I did was a set a H2s and 33s. put that engine at 2000rpm at 75mph, got great mpg . on 1 trip from St.Paul to Chicago got 25.4 mpg. only mods were a pretty boost valve and 4in exhaust.

[@WillometMotorFab]

What is it about LB7s and their great fuel economy? Your build scope seems in line with my plan.

[@JRUTHLESS_GARAGE_AND_CUSTOM]

@@WillometMotorFab I wish I knew, I think the 33s where the key. before that when I had the stock 245/75r16 I was getting 16-18 maybe 19.5 if I was nice to it. the taller tire made it soo much nicer on road trips and gave it alot more grip. that trans had an unused 6th gear. duramaxturner has a kit/valve body to utilize it. my truck came from a medium duty truck shop that did Allisons. it may have already been up graded.

[@justinferrall9601]

@@WillometMotorFab I have an LB7 and love it. Sips gas on the highway and has tons of power even in stock form.

[@independentcontractor1633]

Are you moving to the new shop Dave? The "Cats Eye" Duramax is my nest purchace. I am also working on a 04 Yukon XL to transport me to mototrsport events (going 80's Rallye Car style on a Yukon.) Should be fun. What did I miss? Where did the Jeep come from? Looking at Powerstop for the Yukon project!

[@WillometMotorFab]

The Shop and The OP are two separate spaces for work. Most of the work is done at the shop, but the OP is where everything lives and the odd job will get done there, too. That Jeep is Kris’ new to him jeepster. It’s a neat truck.

[@juanarocho2810]

I’m a fan of your suburban looks so good. Is made just for adventure. In the future I want to build something similar in a newer body.

[@WillometMotorFab]

The truck is mostly an adventure vehicle now. It does a bit of road and street driving, but that job has generally shifted to the LB7.

[@codyjennings3728]

First of all, I can't get enough of the suburban! Such an awesome project. I have an '89 V1500 suburban of my own and would love to turn it into more of an off-road adventure rig like yours. So I'm gonna start small with my first part question. What are the headlights you use on your suburban?

[@WillometMotorFab]

Glad you’re digging the suburban. It’s my favorite of the fleet. Check my Amazon store for the osram 4x6 lights. They’re a great value and nearly plug and play.

[@codyjennings3728]

@@WillometMotorFab Will do! Thanks

[@jnkellogg737]

What injector pump did you install on the 5.6L. I have the 6.2l in my 84 Suburban and after watching you motor swap to the 6.5, I’m thinking of doing it as well but I don’t want the computer

[@WillometMotorFab]

I’ll dig up the part number, but it’s in the description of the second 6.5 video.

[@kyleworkman8483]

As an Aggie '97 from East Texas, one with a 1991 V2500 Burb...I am thoroughly enjoying your channel! We just got back from an overland trip (RimRocker and several high passes in central Colorado) where I learned I need some brakes for my truck. I cannot locate them on Powerstop's website...what kit did you use for your burb? I don't have a Dana 60, rather the corporate front. I plan on reaching out to them tomorrow, but I just thought I would ask. Again, I enjoy the channel! Thank you!

[@WillometMotorFab]

Howdy! I used late style dodge calipers on my front 60 and a late style 14 bolt for the rear. Lots of adaptation to get really large brakes. 👍

[@scotthendrix4484]

Question about my 1975 short bed chevy the length of shocks are measured how for best travel and the best shock set up for this

[@WillometMotorFab]

The basic method is to measure from the shock axle mount to the frame mount at ride height. That should be the length of the shock at mid-travel, so with half the chrome shaft showing. For example, a 14" travel shock would have 7" of shock shaft showing at ride height in this instance. Call Offroad Design with those measurements, and they'll get you settled into a shock.

[@millsmify]

Thanks for a great channel. Your work inspires me to continue moving forward with my own projects. My question is about welding... How do you decide when to Mig and when to Tig? Do you have hard and fast rules that help you decide? Thanks again for all your content... Keep it up!

[@WillometMotorFab]

Glad you’re here man. Sometimes material determines the choice for you - TIG for aluminum - and other times it’s preference. I like the control of TIG, and it’s my default. MIG is my go to when speed matters, the material is a bit dirty, or I can’t fit my l hands in to TIG.

[@thecat6062]

Perhaps an aftermarket exhaust brake would make a nice upgrade?

[@WillometMotorFab]

I’ve been thinking about it for sure. The LML’s exhaust brake is so nice!

[@Harrco]

So would you recommend using power stop calipers as well ?????? Thank You

[@WillometMotorFab]

If you have good calipers, consider them optional. I actually have a set, but will install them later.

[@farmer-jon]

I have two questions. The first, do you think the wrecked/decommissioned 03’ rig would be a good platform to modernize a 59’ GMC to make it more civilized? Thinking of making a classic but useable farm truck that can still do the long runs towing hay/equipment but is more interesting and has more character (a ways down the road of course). Second question, because I can’t help myself. I saw a Land Rover peeking into the corner of the frame……..is there a story or potentially future news?

[@toyodajunkie]

I saw that Land Rover and was wondering the same thing. My question was gonna be about it but looks like I’ll be asking something else.

[@WillometMotorFab]

I think a cab-swapped Apache Duramax would be an awesome project! Love that idea. And on that rover, that was Kris’ truck, but he sold it to our shop neighbor. I’m sure it’ll hang around, and be in background along the way.

[@icdproductions]

What would you consider your best purchase when it comes to metalworking tools?

[@WillometMotorFab]

Tough one. The English wheel technically wasn’t a purchase, but it was darned handy. Nothing really gets done without the welder, but the fixture table was really transformative to my ability to setup and hold stuff in place. Then, there’s the air compressor, which runs a bunch of tools, including the bender.

[@wheelinchronicles]

I’m going to be ditching the RTT with my new 2500 rocklander Burb thing build. (Lots of reasons). But, what made you choose the tent you’ve got?

[@WillometMotorFab]

Good one. I personally like a ground tent, and just wanted a ton of room but with easy setup. I picked this so I can camp with my wife and our dogs and be very comfortable.

[@cameronhayes53]

Good stuff and thanks for sharing. I just put the Z36 Power Stop brakes on my 2005 Tahoe Z71. Just curious, why didn't you use the Power Stop calipers? I installed the full kit and love the red calipers. Thx.

[@WillometMotorFab]

Just didn’t have time. They’re sitting on the shelf, and I’ll pop them on next time along with some braided lines.

[@cameronhayes53]

I gotcha. I didn't put on those red braided lines :( kinda wishing I had so maybe that will be next. @@WillometMotorFab

[@JosephMarzo]

Since I already asked you about the powerstop brakes, I'd like to know when the charger will become the top project.

[@WillometMotorFab]

Hey, bud. The direct answer is this - I'm not working on anything else until the Charger (mostly) rolls.

[@JosephMarzo]

@@WillometMotorFab EXCITING!

[@wheelinchronicles]

Bonus questions. When do we get to see butts only bread being sold? & when will the next sandlot you’re narrating come out?

[@WillometMotorFab]

Well, the prototype got eaten, so I don’t know what we’ll reference for production.

[@mr_farmer_johnson]

So.....when is the SAS? 😂 Clean rig

[@WillometMotorFab]

Triggered! My wife specifically said this thing rides too nicely to futz with. El prohibido!

[@mr_farmer_johnson]

Lol 😂 so…… next years series build? Lol jk jk

[@WillometMotorFab]

@@mr_farmer_johnson oh yeah, there's plenty to do under the hood 👍👍

[@AdventureK5]

What’s your favorite coffee? We know your favorite beer…I’m a foodie so I like to try different brands.

[@WillometMotorFab]

We have a local roaster - Oak Cliff Coffee - and they are our daily cup. A good whole bean, freshly roasted and ground, and made in a French press is my go to. No cafe; no trabajo! On the road, an unsweetened cold brew is ideal. Starbucks, black rifle, whatever; just as long as it’s not sweet and loaded with cream. Give me black.