Griz the Wrecker Gets Big Power!!

[@Memry-dq7ug]

I’m so excited about this engine choice! Actually I give you Chevy guys and gals some credit, I expected to see a lot more hate in the comments. Then again it’s hard to be hateful or negative when it comes to Chad he’s like the sweetest, most nicest, chill guy ever!

[@justingould7348]

Buck up Chevy guys, us Ford guys have been putting up with Chevy’s going in everything for eons! You and your family sure are inspiring, this is gonna be epic! ❤

[@timothygeiger8271]

Because GM built engines that were easy to work on & easy to bolt adapters too. I've had a couple fords in my day when i was young, just always went back to my trusted GM😆

[@JuiceSpringsteen88]

OHC mod motors don't fit in lots of stuff that has shock towers! It's not GM's fault that Ford shunned pushrod V8 development for +-25 years!

[@jeremywood2662]

It’s all good ford Chevy dodge they have the good and bad points

[@justingould7348]

@@jeremywood2662 You are 100% correct, as the old saying goes it it has tires or t*ts it’s gonna give you problems at some point. 😬

[@chevelleranch7481]

As a die hard GM guy I say let the haters hate. The way Chad explains it makes perfect sense....dollars per HP , and the potential of these Godzilla engines have to be respected by anyone that's a gear head. I have a job coming up putting one in a Fairlane , so I'm stoked to see Chad do one , because I know he will detail things along the installation process that will help me out too.

[@macattack1392]

Agree

[@gsettlemyre]

The only Ford letter word allowed in the shop! 🤣🤣🤣

[@macattack1392]

@@gsettlemyre lol

[@alexvech4121]

Godzilla uses LS lifters, and rockers I believe, so it has some GM to it

[@johnpyle8027]

Hard to beat a good old fashioned cast iron push rod motor.

[@laurence1643]

Being a Ford guy, I love it . A Ford front differential and motor : Yes ! You strike a good balance between explanation and showing it being done . You are very pragmatic about why you build things a certain way . I learn a great deal watching. Thanks

[@botfoblhrp]

Hey...if your building a offroad wrecker, where you gonna send it to get all the wiring done??? 😜

[@ricks5984]

Glad to see someone FINALLY getting off the LS bandwagon. It will take some effort to understand the motor but there is no doubt you will be very happy with a Godzilla!! Sadly the aftermarket is still limited but will be growing fast.

[@chadsfab]

Not a lot of these motors available to buy and the price is still a little steep. While they will never be as popular as the LS/LT I think they will continue to grow in popularity and acceptance as a generic engine like the LS has.

[@raeanker3078]

Actually thought you were going to the dark side and expected a Cummins from Merlin’s old school garage, but a Godzilla wow, not another cookie cutter LS. Can’t wait for the next video on Grizz, Cheers from down under.

[@MastaT_150]

*This is glorious!!!* I knew there was a reason I liked you!

[@papatomsthoughts]

I had to laugh as mom was watching as her boys were trying to get that tire on the rim and finally getting in to help. LOL

[@markchallancin1345]

I’m enjoying this build, the Godzilla is cool and makes sense. Let the haters hate. A high horse, lightweight, 610 mile factory engine brings a lot to the table.

[@briank6630]

I just heard a bunch heads explode when you said you were gonna put a ford engine in a Chevy. I'm sure it''ll be another great build by Chad's Fab and I'm gonna enjoy watching it.

[@justinwaite2139]

Finally get to see someone work with a 7.3 Godzilla motor! I keep waiting for someone to do it, I somehow always knew it would end up being Chad and the crew! Can’t wait to to see how it turns out!

[@Dwheeler3]

Check out Cleetus McFarland’s McFlurry Mustang, it has a Godzilla engine with twin turbos.

[@Twormed]

Cleetus and Revan Evan both have 7.3s now

[@PeterHatch-mx7zc]

Helltec from Australia make a great wiring and engine control kit! This is a great build looking forward to more videos on this!!

[@davidpurdue3992]

I've been a Ford guy most of my life. That saying, I have drove and loved my 69 Chevelle SS 396 425 hp and 74 Nova with 350. I'm currently building a 68 Chevelle Malibu with a Summit racing 350 420 hp. My car was a 65 Mustang 289. I have loved sports cars until we had kids. Just bought our 4th Escape. This one is the hybrid and I'm looking forward it serving us as well as all of the others. Only have had 3 Ford trucks, 86 Ranger, 2003 F 250 6 L diesel, and 2020 F 150 ecoboost 6. While I've never been a Mopar guy, we all have our preferences. If what you drive works and does what you need, drive it and enjoy it! I hope you will find your Ford engine gives you preforms for your needs! Love you channel!

[@Husky1run]

Good too see Ed and Lizzie put on recovery 👍👍👍

[@jeffreyjohnston6843]

the tire thing was funny, flustering for you guys but comical for us especially seeing 4 or 5 people on it, but really awesome tires. I love the wheels too. don't worrie about haters on your motor you just do what you do.

[@regbale]

The joke about how many Carters does it take to mount a tire immediately came to mind. 😂 good job you all.

[@mazevx2451]

​@@regbale😂

[@chadsfab]

It takes all of them of course!!😁🤣

[@carriewilliams2235]

I am so excited that someone is finally installing a FORD engine in something. You guys are awesome!!!

[@Bobby-Love]

It's great to see the Blue Oval in Utah!

[@seeya5176]

I am excited for the ford engine. I was a chevy guy but appreciate other manufactures as long as they build a good engine. Big thumbs up!

[@53glowe]

Griz is an epic project...really looking forward to the finished vehicle. Cheers from Melbourne, Australia 🙂👍

[@twbphil310]

I must say the little sayings at the end of each video are my favorite. Also, I love the way your family works together.

[@KRAVER_]

Godzilla (with rapid mouth movement) LMAO Griz the Wrecker is going to be one sweet Off-road ride with a zilla in her. your goin to love that motor Chad. cant wait to see the finished product !!

[@normagarrett4509]

Enjoy watching your videos and it’s great that all the family works with you

[@douglasbrooker5834]

Hillbilly would like to see this in action for sure, since he's a Ford guy.

[@Atodaso-pg9kq]

That would be my choice of engine for the Bronc⭐️ and the Laymo. Robby being an LS guy might end really liking the Godzilla because they do have a lot of similarities.

[@RUDOLF1929]

Мастера👍🙂✅🍇

[@tonydowd8566]

Fabrication!!! Unbelievable imagination and seeing how thing's must go together so all thing's work in unison. Very impressed!!😮😮

[@jberg8159]

I think it is awesome that you are putting a ford engine in the Griz. I vote yes for the turbo.

[@the25crew]

I see you are guys are coming to the good side of the automotive world lol. That thing is a beast you won’t be disappointed that’s for sure

[@vangoodwin7335]

Glad to see you accept the challenge Chad, if anyone can do it with minimal problems Sir it's you. I had planned to swap a 12 valve Cummings into my 88 Ford 3/4ton 4X4 but with diesel prices and a change of mission for the truck I'll be trashing the 460 and I'm looking for a smaller engine. I'm going after mileage, longevity and easier maintenance. I know this puts me into the ODD ball realm, but I seriously just want reliability. I look forward to seeing your creation, GRIZ couldn't have a better creator. You all are in my prayers Hoka Hey

[@joeskinwalker7628]

Chad's diary of a Mechanical Madman. He is experimenting and expanding his mind to new calculated possibilities. Chad's mund is now in Mechanical overdrive!!!!! I love it. A True Master at his Craft!

[@ricoolivier]

It will be an adventure trying new things... Adventure is good for the soul! Can't wait to see this build coming together!!!

[@kevinbode6483]

I enjoy watching the family unit working together and for the same goals.

[@donnac.1609]

It will be fun to watch how this engine performs.....my rv has a Ford Triton V10, and I have been told it can have issues. Only 13,000 miles on it so hopefully, no issue for a long time!! I admire ANY make of vehicle/engine that can be switched up and modified to perform in any custom offroad anything!! They take a literal beating!!

[@americonoffroadadventures8132]

Old Dog learning new tricks. Looking forward to watching the build. Thanks

[@stephenpoe2037]

Well !?!?!?!? That engine choice totally took me by surprise ! Must have been a Great Deal ! Thanks for sharing !

[@psg6314]

I can't say nothing my dad's 72 Ford had a corvette engine and Trans in it way back in 77 ,that old truck would haul the mail great video keep up the good work God bless from GA stay safe

[@harlandmcnall2579]

That motor is awesome Cletus McFarland put a stock one with twin turbos and a lanco in a fox body and it goes 7's in the 1/4 mile

[@k13ehr]

I find it amazing how some people do things the most awkward or sketchy way possible, the engine was in a box on a pallet you have a fork lift essentially but instead of just lifting the box & pallet and safely taking it across the yard, you unpack it remove all it's protection then hang it from a dubious looking chain so it swings and bounces around risking it being damaged, crazy.

[@chadsfab]

I know, the things we do to show off the parts to the audience.

[@k13ehr]

@@chadsfab that should have been done in the shop though.

[@jamessmith7691]

Truly Grizzilla, Ford mated to GM. When you do the first fire up I want to hear "Master it lives." This explains why the rebuild on the frame. I understand it was that or a big shoe horn. lol Good video.

[@petereriksson4405]

If you have the engine secure on a pallet, use the forks to carry the pallet where you are going. Keeping the pallet a foot of the ground will make sure the engine is not damaged if dropped. I was holding my breath when you where driving the tractor with the engine hanging in chains. There is so little room for failure without consequences when its hanging, so try to minimize it! Stay safe

[@dhalvorson8622]

I like it when people think outside the box!

[@angrymike6759]

BTR makes really nice intake manifolds to correct the throttle body angle 👍👌 makes more power too !

[@agoodballet]

There’s a few good options out there if you end up needing a shallow oil pan under that behemoth, good luck, the truck is looking killer so far!

[@michaeltablet8577]

Awesome content, and editing! You make me feel like I am in the shop with you all! I am a Chevy guy but so good to see something besides my beloved LS going in something! God bless you all and keep you safe!

[@rayschulte9371]

I love you guys even more now that you are using 6.2 godzilla in a chevy!! I love this!

[@richardwoodworth549]

Amazing project. Can't wait to see the finished product. It seems to be moving along pretty quickly. Nice choice on the motor

[@johnperun232]

Great Content and Video Thanx for sharing your experience, just couldn't believe that Ford power, totally understand the cost difference Have a Great Day 👍 God Bless America 🇺🇸🙏🇺🇸

[@patbaldizan6168]

Chad... The words of encouragement... very nice part of the show.. I watch regularly... Thx

[@ryb6463]

Lol at 2:48 … that’s quality editing! The minion giggle was perfect timing

[@wiresmith2398]

Tough weekend for me, Chad's Fab team - It really makes life better to see you and yours working together and doing so well! I'm astonished that an engine produced today for today's vehicles is a pushrod! Can't wait to hear that bad boy scream!

[@donaldwelch4755]

You have a Ford front axel in it so not having a Gm engine doesn't matter at the end of the build it still has a bow tie on the front

[@bagwell79]

I trust your judgement! It is a monster engine that's for sure.

[@jefferyhuffman8282]

Watching all the boys working In fast motion is amazing!😊

[@deannalemburg10]

Thank you 😊 always calm and moving forward positively

[@michaelwpaulin4876]

Chad, your choice of Power is amazing. I grew up in Ford trucks and I own two now. You may have started a new Trend.. I am definitely looking foreword to this build... Ford Power, Ford Axels sounds unbeatable to me. I really appreciate the time you spend passing on your knowledge and experience to your followers. Keep on “Fabbing”...

[@bobbendt1698]

This is going to be a heck of a ride. Looking forward to what you get done with the Godzilla. Cleetus stepped out with McFlurry setup with a Godzilla motor and was impressed with the power he was able to get from it. Just those boys have a problem tinkering with stuff to see just how much boost the stock components can take before BOOM happens. I look forward to your success with this platform.

[@John13Edge]

This is the reverse of the first truck I helped modify….my buddy’s dad blew the 351 out of his welding truck ( early 1970’s Ford Pickup) coming home on a Friday night. Monday morning the Ford was off for another weld job only with a GM 350/350 under the hood…all thanks to a bell housing and a few other parts off of a AMC so the GM would bolt up to the C6 transmission

[@anthonylee2099]

Boggles my mind Chad how you map all this out and make it work. Great job Chad and family 🤙😎

[@dandannels8821]

I’m proud of you buddy for going to a Ford yes Nate Jaron watching you and your boys work. I grew up on a family of seven kids six boys and we was always in the shop with dad either fiction tractors going out trying to make money to support the family, so I see a lot of your family in the way I grew up proud of yours, may God bless you save this is a godly redneck sunshine. Thanks for the videos.

[@richardbrown8150]

When you get the holley controller on it turn the oil pressure up at idle because the cam is bad for Dilaminating do to low oil pressure at idle for fuel economy

[@jonathandorr2234]

Yep, positive process, with lots of dimension. I wished I could have done that work as a kid. I ‘d echo that this is the high light, of my day.

[@kevinstenger4334]

I can’t wait to see this in action! I really wanted a Godzilla when I bought my last truck but with the chip shortage I couldn’t get my hands on one so I ended up with a Tundra with the V-8 before those disappeared.

[@brianbailey5720]

Go back and watch Cleetus build the 7.3 for his McFlurry Mustang lots of LS similarities I belive it even has same lifters as an LS7 it is amazing how much power it makes for what it is.

[@garlandremingtoniii1338]

Man!! that is one tremendous size engine for that truck!! Lol 😆 but I love it!! A FORD ENGINE, No-less????? Lol. Great!!! 👍

[@aussiegonz]

its interesting to hear Chad say the ford engine is a lighter option which is usually the go meaning better power to weight ratio, but for towing offroad Rory adds weight to the front of trailmater to stop it doing wheelies when towing. I wonder just how many winches will Griz end up with?

[@chadsfab]

It will probably end up with 5-6 winches. I want to keep things relatively light and then add weight where it is needed later.

[@thomstoddard1041]

Great choice on engines. !ove my fords!

[@briscoeparanormal7178]

It’s great to see the entire family working together without throwing hammers at each other, hahaha. I know the Chevy guys are having a cow, but you see how us Ford guys have felt over the years seeing GM products powering Model A’s and such. All kidding aside, I’m a Mopar/Ford guy but I like and have owned just about everything over the years but if you look out $$$ to horsepower you got to do what works best for you. Can’t wait to see Grizz all done, I have a 65 C50 that I built for hauling fill into my property and it’s on the list to be made into a big pickup.

[@donlarsen9807]

You sure are making great progress on the old Griz! Can't wait to see the awesome vehicle it's going to turn out to be. 👍

[@chadsfab]

Thanks 👍

[@adamhippler9851]

Super excited to see Griz finished!!!

[@keithrushforth4019]

Giving the Ford guys somebody to cheer on at the next Off Road Wrecker Games.

[@macattack1392]

For intake manifold, i thought ford came out or some company made 1 to fix that issue. Plus better flow. Could be wrong tho. Or may not be cost effective if u go blower or whatever down the road. Or just cowl hood would help clear the manifold for now.

[@ronlords698]

Hey Chad and Son's I'm a big time GM and Chevy lover but I think it awesome you found a great deal on a ford motor and wish you guy's nothing but good luck I would have Done the same as you all I love coloring outside the lines also lol thank you for all the great content.

[@dalegereaux1863]

Lots of new fabricating ! I guess it's a good thing you put Fab in the name ! 👍

[@donaldwelch4755]

You may have to rename the truck because between the monster engine and tires it looks like a beast

[@6.8liter74]

Grizzilla

[@chadsfab]

There is some debate at the Carter house as to whether or not the name should change and what it should be.

[@taco472]

Some Shiverlay boys eventually grow up, some never do. Those 7.3’s are torque monsters, and they get most of it on the bottom end right where you want it , so there’s no need to rev the crap out of them to get to your power. 💙 Blue Oval 👍

[@brandtbaker2515]

Holy shit going to get some haters but I'm ford guy and I still love your channel. Cant wait to see the finished product. Keep up good work.

[@Scrambler85]

I have a 2021 E350 cutaway van with the 7.3 Godzilla motor. I had 5star tuning too wake it up. Driving in the mountains with a 10,000 pound van, I never want for power. The 7.3 has more torque than the 8.1 GM.

[@wayneclark7048]

Your boys are having way too much fun. I like it. 😁

[@jameskendrick573]

Looking very good Chad can't wait to see the finished product

[@1025craig]

Love it. Going to be a super cool truck when done. Hope you can represent a little bit of Dodge in too.

[@Bigdaddyslasher]

Those 7.3s can make some big HP. That's going to be beast wrecker for sure.

[@norcoredneck]

Teamwork makes the Dream Work.

[@coreycliburn5435]

Todd Warren cams is the go to guy for custom ground cams in the Ford world

[@kpdvw]

taka look @ Matts tire mounting competition for the Bombie with spoons, tire irons...

[@89G]

I'm a Ford guy, but mass respect for GM. I really dig your choices on this project. The 4L80 is a great trans! Can't believe how much heavier it is than a 4L60.

[@brucea822]

Grizz is going to be an awesome machine Especially when you get the Blower installed 💪😎👍

[@tjtobin86]

Given some of the problems that oem ford truck owners have experienced with that engine (not a hater - just what I hear), I am curious to see how much your changes to a Holly system and improved cam helps the reliability. These modern computer controlled motors may start better in the winter but man they introduce a ton of problems as well. So excited to see what Chad and the team can accomplish!

[@chadsfab]

There has been relatively few issues with the Godzilla. There was the cam/lifter failure that only seemed to affect a small percentage of trucks that was blown waayy out of proportion and there has been isolated outright engine failures but nothing I would consider out of the ordinary. The Holley system is mostly to simplify installation and ease future tuning. All of the electronics have proven to be extremely reliable and not even something I ever worry about.

[@alanparker1598]

I have never understood why for decades people would think it is acceptable to put a Chevy in anything else (Ford, Dodge, Plymouth, International, Jeep, etc). But to put a Ford in a Chevy is the worst thing anyone could do on earth. I think it is great that Chad is doing this and explained why which is very logical. Let the haters complain all they want. Chad is building his truck to meet his expectations, not for other people’s expectations. Keep up the great work.

[@charlesharter3068]

In regards to the tire mounting, there's an old saying about monkeys and a football that seems appropriate, tho, this being a family channel, I shouldn't get TOO specific... It was quite entertaining, actually.

[@michaelc.3812]

Chad, I really appreciate your thinking ahead on future service improvements. For example paying close attention to the lug bolts and the shoulder clearance. Nice work, as always.

[@kenmiller5954]

i love it cant wait to see it driving and how others will react when they see the engine the old school over head valve pushrod monster . mustang owners wish they could stuff that under the hood lol

[@edwardhughes3240]

I'm a GM guy, but at one point I bought a used 95 F250 with a 7.3 and a 5 spd. manual. It was a powerhouse! Unfortunately the rust belt did the truck in here in the Pittsburgh area! Eddie

[@bgoat1380]

totally cool move i look forward to watching this install its going to be awesome

[@DudeStone]

Heck yea let's go Godzilla Griz!!

[@stevendufresne9994]

Thanks for the Great Video Chad!!👍👍

[@roadstonowhere1971]

Great choice for power plant. 68 Bump side would be a better look.🤙

[@theodoredugranrut8201]

Right on Chad, this build is for all those builds that have run GM power in Ford bodies because it was easier . Best of luck. Central California watching

[@brucebaker4462]

Anybody can build a chevy, but it takes a special person to build a ford that will out last a chevy junk engine.

[@whelo1112]

Buy tyre spoons for fitting big Tyres

[@perryhelton4372]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Glad to see this build! Awesome channel!

[@JakeTaylor1646]

This is gonna be neat, Chad be like hold my drink and watch me drop a 7.3 ford in my Chevrolet ❤ it!!

[@onsitecmptr]

Greatfull Dead background jam at 13:00? Cool ☮