He Turned His Grandpas OBS Chevy Into A Turbo LS 4x4 Monster!

[@justinmillett101]

I'm rebuilding my grandpas 97 c1500. He bought it new and it was his favourite truck ever with the same green and gold paint scheme. I sandblasted and painted the entire frame, belltech 5-7 drop kit and suspension and all sandblasted and powder coated. Everything accept the motor and trans is new and I have just started getting into upgrading the motor with all mds electrical parts. From here will continue to be a slow learning curve but it's a special build and the grandfather attachment is alot more than the truck will ever be. Look forward to when I pass it down to my daughter one day.

[@angusphelps1986]

Love it when old video's pop back up that I've not seen in a while!

[@Stapleton42]

me too!

[@taw5218]

My son's 16 and we named his first truck Clifford. It's a 2000 Silverado with 5.3, Texas Speed Cam, fully built 4L60E. Sitting about 450hp. His is red though haha

[@joshuahoefs6345]

Great video! We need to see more of this type of content mixed in.

[@Stapleton42]

I absolutely will do that. I like sharing other people’s stories just as much as my own. There’s things to be learned everywhere.

[@96tahoe2dr4]

​@@Stapleton42excuse my dumb question but how do u go that fast on 4x4 last I heard u could only go no more then 55 mph or u would break something 😂 I have a 96 2 dr tahoe 4x4 and would love to at least go half as fast as u

[@andrewerickson6690]

Dude that's cool you kept the seat and pop would be damn proud of you

[@YLegalRacing]

The obs stuff is really picking up in popularity! I own my first one now and I love it, 90's are in right now. My dogs name is cliff lol

[@RealSteelStreet]

I can NOT believe you’ve managed to keep that stock 10 bolt together 🤣 I have a 95 2wd stepside with a low compression (built for boost…when I get the $ to ProCharge it) 496ci big block making 525-550hp at the wheels na. I blew the diff apart 6 times (4 of those it tried to force the carrier through the cover breaking OFF the carrier bearing collar on the ring gear side) before a power adder. Low 7s on motor and deep into the 6s on nitrous BUT I have a 12 bolt from a square body in it now with full spool, 35 spline axles, and c-clip eliminators 💁🏻‍♂️ Speaking of, if/WHEN you upgrade a square body diff is exactly 1” narrower and you can buy the entire kit of what I just mentioned through Moser/Jegs for $675 and be just as strong as a 9”👌🏼 Love the truck!!

[@barndoorracingfab3084]

4X4 gang! so cool you 2 got together!

[@Stapleton42]

You know it 🤟🏻

[@groomlake51]

Sweet whip for sure!! I just wished more kids figured out that the original SBC platform will put perform the LS platform per dollar and it’s substantially stronger. If you run a 4&7 2&3 swap cam in the SBC it sounds like the LS engine that sounds like a SBF because they copied the firing order.

[@kevinwest3689]

You should look into engine Masters and speed secrets. They don't just say stuff, they test stuff and prove it to find out. The results disagree with just about everything you said. I'm not trying to give you a hard time. I mean it in the nicest way, you should check it out, good stuff.

[@RealSteelStreet]

I’m an old school SBC guy and I can tell you that your assessment is completely wrong! Simply due to technology the LS is superior in literally every way…also, you can NOT make 1000hp + with a factory SBC for more than about 3 secs! lol Inch for inch the LS is KING (Coyote is right there with them…arguably even better 💁🏻‍♂️) and this all coming from a now big block guy.

[@RealSteelStreet]

Also, the SBC ‘sounds’ WAY better than an LS anyway…just can’t handle anywhere near the same power without an aftermarket block👌🏼

[@donaldsharp3682]

I feel like your grandpa would be proud!

[@berryblazer4205]

Absolutely, I think mostly because he is financially able to do this.. not only that but he sounds very knowledgeable, honest, and kept the truck alive. I’m currently doing the same thing with my dads 94 k1500. He passed away when I was seven and I finally own it. Although I plan to leave it mostly stock and just restore it.

[@user-cm1yo7uq5k]

Awesome video, i have a 1995 2 door 4x4 Tahoe with a 409 W motor " just to be different "

[@Stapleton42]

That’s awesome lol

[@josezamora1639]

My 94 obs has the same hole in the driver seat 😂

[@adrianberryhill]

Love that dadgum trok!!!

[@Mpreston89]

Awesome man!

[@spyderlyf3]

Grandpa is giggling in his grave. I'm sure he's proud to see his grandson keep his truck hauling ass..his spirit lives on..great story..

[@Stapleton42]

I think so too

[@adrianberryhill]

@14:47 TWO DOOR SPOTTED

[@The_reckless_goon]

That’s freaking sweet

[@Stapleton42]

I think so too lol

[@BoomerangC10]

I know exactly where y'all are at! Lol that's crazy! There are some awesome off-road trails less than a mile from there! Sick!

[@SubePelayo928]

My first truck was an 89. Got it back in 2006. Ended up selling it in 2012 and always regretted it. Just picked up a 90 and have two Gen 4 5.3’s sitting in my garage.

[@stevekinney729]

Digging the mullet man

[@bossmodetubby]

I have a 4wd and want to lower it just like this but I’m lost lol

[@michaelkegley7729]

Love it man!

[@boobiesloanet.v7426]

Hey bro what did you use to make the bed cover looks great and flush !

[@synseer8484]

The Great spirit.

[@scottwilkins3170]

Damn his house is nice!!

[@rickygrice4151]

Love what you said about the seat he’ll yea brother white heritage

[@MemphisTruckMafia]

Nice!!!! I just subbed bro

[@Stapleton42]

I won’t let you down 💪🏻

[@kevinwest3689]

I don't think he's flipping in his grave, I think he is His riding beside you saying My grandson is cool as ice cold Sweet tea in an Aluminum glass🇺🇲🫡

[@ethanhoffman5120]

murdered candy apple red... call it clifford

[@GSM-zh7jt]

The simi valley 😂

[@JohnDoe-gz8dw]

Paint it back to green, keep it mono tone, leave out the gold panel

[@StonkeyDomp]

Paint it solid green and have the gold part as a wrap just incase.

[@justinandersob5534]

He never got into the rearend of the truck omg i couldn't keep rear axles under my 94 chevy lmao. Wow im impressed

[@itsfarriswheel4421]

He said it’s a 10 bolt

[@redubskie]

My first truck was a 95 extended cab

[@coloradotrader7202]

rolling the dice on every high boost pull lol stock aluminum 5.3

[@jjmccloud]

Wonder how my extended cab would do 🤔 to much weight maybe idk

[@yvovandoesburg3376]

mitchel any chance for a update on the car

[@obsant7214]

He’s gonna blow it up soon if he didn’t gap the rings yet

[@sloppycscustoms2725]

🤙🍕

[@TheSilverstonedwolf]

4 month old video with 0 dislikes wow

[@therealblakekirkham5701]

I gotta gmt400 tahoe 2wd i wanna do a cam but idk if its worth it on this ole 5.7

[@demetriuswood3649]

Name it Cliffarado

[@chocodiledundee1]

Please what does OBS stands for ??

[@Stapleton42]

Old body style. It’s outdated forum lingo

[@chocodiledundee1]

Bro thank you , I do appreciate this truck was part of my childhood and teen years it was really something else when it came out , all 90’s trucks were really beautiful indeed Ford , Chevy GMC and Dodge some beautiful trucks back then !

[@AgiDaKinG]

My grandpa watches shows like Street Outlaws and other car shows on MotorTrend all fucking day long but will continuously bitch about my turbo Silverado either being too loud or repeatedly telling me how I'm going to get a ticket... I don't get it lol

[@DigginZ71]

Rambletron.

[@dannymofopans]

Needs to get rid of that torque steer

[@LifeInTheFastLane17]

Sounds slow but.. 😌

[@bigboygames8800]

Probably faster then anything you own

[@gumballer133]

Shit, I thought it sounded pretty damn good! Someday I may own a drag vehicle, just not right now.

[@LifeInTheFastLane17]

Big Boy Games I doubt it.

[@cesarbaca100]

What wheels

[@danieldecker6396]

Instead of naming it Clifford after your grandfather you could name it kill Ford and still kind of have it meaning like Clifford

[@jamesrobin9961]

They come from the factory with aluminum blocks? It’s probably common knowledge for everyone else....?

[@markg1495]

Mitch are you still interested in sponsorships or has that door sort of closed? I’m 25....in a similar position you are in a lot of ways...minus the race car. Would love to chat but not sure how to go about getting in touch.

[@Stapleton42]

You can hire me for consultation on that topic

[@markg1495]

Stapleton42 okay well first, that would be real cool. But second, I was more asking if you’re still interested in sponsorship for yourself and the lsxscalade from other automotive brands that dont interfere with your current sponsorships. The “similar situation” comment has something to do with this, and I’ll shoot you a DM on insta to explain. Stay safe & God bless

[@StonkeyDomp]

Legitimate question here; Is anyone doing this kinda thing with an F150? How strong are the Ford front diff's.....say '92-'96?

[@Stapleton42]

Go find out and tell us lol