Here's everything that's broken on the Buick Grand Camino custom. Did April buy a hack job?

[@dasauto75jh]

Tyler will show up to the Wizard in a belly top next time to get the 1/2 off rate.

[@WMS507]

That would be a hit of a video! Do it !

[@thatdave86]

And a G string 😮

[@gerry-p9x]

Here's. Mrs wiz😅😅😅😅

[@Fr331995]

Plz

[@maximeparent3004]

Hahaha the fact someone came with this idea is hilarious.

[@kmorton54]

April has brought a freshness to Hoovie's videos. They make a great team

[@NorthernChev]

I wish the commentary at the desk was more evenly distributed and not just another channel for Tyler to talk non-stop with the occasional reaction from April. She brings SO MUCH to the table with her knowledge and enthusiasm.

[@studiolezard]

Not that Tyler was getting stale mind you.

[@mirandamaher9465]

He needed someone as goofy and car crazy as himself.

[@chadmartin479]

@@NorthernChev agreed ... sorry guys i dont have a man crush on tyler ... he is a dweeb ... all you fools watch his videos so he can buy 40 cars that you will never have ... Car Wizard GREAT, he is real man can actually fix the cars

[@oldrrocr]

Can I borrow April for my next car negotiations?

[@DoctorSkillz]

Mr. Wizard's $10 discount was very generous.

[@dave_n8pu]

You all just got to love April; she adds so much freshness to the channel.

[@7anashMalaysia]

freshness! 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@DJL78]

Simp

[@melvingibson4525]

Search april l i n g i r i e maxim without the spaces in that middle word

[@ABRetroCollections]

@@DJL78 Karen.

[@mken23]

I think she’s annoying

[@bucketslash11]

honestly the dynamic between April's muscle car madness combined with mercedes obsession (or 90s/00s euro) obsession bounce off each other really well, it it helps that Hoovies is interested in some weirder american cars

[@gerry-p9x]

She needed a ??70SS CHEVELLE CONVERT WITH 454. TURBO HYDRO RED WITH WHITE INTERIOR

[@forresttm]

Really love how Aprils more relaxed now with this channel.

[@gerry-p9x]

Yeah but what of Mrs wixxzzard😮😮😮

[@forresttm]

@user-ht1xu4gv2u what about her? I think you're reading too much into this dude..

[@AbleMable]

​@@forresttmlol, I think the guy is joking. Light-hearted sarcasm goofiness type stuff

[@melvingibson4525]

Search april l i n g i r i e maxim without the spaces in that middle word

[@charlesdalton985]

This car is absolutely cool and well built. I believe they used the El Camino frame, hence the lack of seams. The body was blended to hide the seams there. In any event - truly enjoy April's Garage, congrats again on this!

[@defln67]

I absolutely agree! It's wonderfully done. Their chemistry together is awesome! First watch, I was kinda hesitant but was laughing and enjoying it with the first minute. *If* it was mine, the only thing I would change is remove the GNX logos and have a blacked out Regal grill. The only reason I say that is the GNX is my all-time favorite car.🖤

[@kevinm5177]

Oh no, an engine out? Well now it has to have an LS.

[@Engineering_Improvisation]

Exactly. Car is more of a modded el camino than it is a modded regal.

[@bobharris6095]

Good job Hoovie, nice catch! April is wonderful! She has great energy, she's funny and is absolutely gorgeous! Congrats!

[@pathoyer5402]

Did Mrs. Wizard approve the discounted rate for April?

[@stevesmith866]

claws out

[@markspence3295]

I wondered the same myself.😊😊

[@EfrainFragoso]

Won’t be an issue wizard will add the total to hoovies next bill 😂😂😂😂

[@alexibarra4675]

Hoovie has made him so much money, she's probably at their vacation home thinking about taking out the yatch haha

[@pathoyer5402]

@@alexibarra4675 My grandfather was a small town mechanic. If someone could not pay, he was a person that would do the work for free. My grandmother was no, if you do not have the cash what else do you have (and I am referring to food that the farmer grew or raised on their farm).

[@mitchellgildea254]

Still think it should be called El Nacional change my mind

[@impslap7620]

Yes!!

[@user-neo71665]

I want to like this but the kid in my 44 y/o male can't because the likes are at 69.

[@versansky75]

April is a ray of sunshine to Hoovie. A new channel, new program, and she has a crazy knowledge of cars. I'm glad he has improved his life with her in it. Looking forward to more content from this channel

[@RobsNeighbor]

There is a guy in my neighborhood doing these types of deals, I havent seen any completed. I have been seeing the remenants of the conversions at the junk yard. I hope it works out well for April, thank you for sharing. Have a great day everyone! A 305 with headers haha

[@mikemullay5622]

I had a 1979 Chevy Scottsdale with a 305 and headers. Not a lot of power but it sounded good.

[@MrJMS814]

Nothing wrong with headers on a 305

[@EvilEndz]

As much as I like the cars, I genuinely enjoy seeing them having so much fun with this channel.

[@1homie19r79]

I am surprised the wizards lil knowledge on that vehicle. He is a very knowledgeable mechanic ,First off that is an El Camino with Regal roof line fused to the Camino, El Camino frame is not the same as the Regal. There are spacers on the front bumper to accommodate the Regal nose. Dash board is from El camino, 305 never came on Regals, only Buick 307. Nice build. Love the channel

[@jonthomas1111]

The el camino and the Regal had a slight differnt frame. The el camino was 9 inches longer. Their were 4 V8's offered int the Regal. The 265 and 301 Ponitica , the 307 Olds and the 305 Chevy.

[@purpurahaze9179]

You mean 267 not 265?

[@itsmebillgriffith4056]

I owned a few of these engines. Cork gaskets. Let them set for a while, gaskets dry out & seep. Run them a while & the gaskets re-inflate & seal back up.

[@lawrencemelanson7041]

This is one of the funniest videos you've posted. I really enjoyed the interplay between the 3 of you. The bit at the end? Priceless.

[@randyfitz8310]

April makes the channel a pleasure to watch!

[@CarsofGlasgow]

she certainly adds a nice new dynamic!

[@DonVideoGuy007]

She is very easy on the eyes 😍

[@marquisethomas5611]

If she keeps buying cars its gonna be her channel soon

[@CarsofGlasgow]

@@marquisethomas5611 that would be a really cool channel idea!

[@hyperverbal]

The over-the-shoulder handshake was very nice

[@cudaman-yq7pq]

You have to admit, the workmanship on the splice job is excellent. I like the idea of addressing the little things and then letting April enjoy the car. If budget allows, maybe take the car later to Van Gogh for sticker removal, detailing and an interior re-do to be more in the theme of a GN.

[@bsu1960]

Love ❤ April She is the Greatest Just her Laugh and Sweetness makes Everything …. so much More ♥️

[@NorthernChev]

Oil pan gasket jobs on those cars was NOT an ENGINE OUT. /Facepalm 1) Remove the distributor 2) Support the engine from above or below 3) Remove the front motor mount lower bolts 4) Tip/raise the FRONT of the engine upwards enough to get clearance to remove the pan 5) Remove pan from below This is an oversimplification, but it's NOT an "engine out" job.

[@CarWizard]

Engine up job.

[@NorthernChev]

@@CarWizard Yes, sir.

[@sickjohnson]

They do a lot of comedy on this channel... Wiiiizarrrd cut his teeth on these engines as he said, so I suspect he knows...hopefully?

[@mikemullay5622]

You are absolutely correct the oil pan gasket replacement is definitely not an engine out.

[@WildDigger]

So correct.

[@larryingram124]

Enjoy her while she is there! Super high maintenance to keep a smile on that face.

[@eugenecandelaria4651]

The LG4 305 is rated at 140hp. The L69 305 in the 1983 to 1988 Monte Carlo was rated at 180hp and 190hp in the Z28. The difference was the camshaft...the compression ratio...improved cylinder heads..and some tuning. The Tuned Port 305 went on to make 220hp in the 5speed Irocs....Racesaver Sprint Car 305s make around 450 to 474hp The biggest drag on the Grand Camino is the probably 2.41 rear ratio rear while the SS and GN had 3.42. Oil pan gasket is not an engine out ...

[@JasRoss]

Ah.. my first sports car. 1989 Iroc Z28 with the 5sp 305 TPI. What a gem.

[@purpurahaze9179]

On engine masters they tested a 305 with a stock bottom end that lasted up to 700 hp before it tapped out

[@uwepfitzner9682]

April is definitely the REAL DEAL , she is GREAT. Hoovie, please treat her right all the Time and Never let her go away. All the Best for You both

[@AdminAbuse]

Your comment history says it all

[@waynetokarz174]

April , your vehicle and mechanical knowledge are impressive, your joi de vie, brings a delight to the Chanel, very honest and easy going style, you get my subscription. 👍👍🇨🇦

[@CLCIII]

Can't get over how excited April is over this, in my opinion, really cool car! As Always, May God Bless you and yours! 😇

[@jaredoaks6317]

I love the plastic lawn edging they used as the lower air dam

[@mantelmann13]

The Wizard emerging from behind the car was really funny. I didn't expect that.

[@eddiea3782]

April is such an adorable little cutie. Hoovie, don't let her get away. This one is a keeper.

[@andrewjackson8401]

Omg april and hoovie are perfect for each other.. just watching the beginning and listening and watching april shes just like hoovie….. im ahppy for both of them!!!

[@RioZLander]

i feel wrid saying this.......... but i really like the grand camino. thats a really cool custom car i hope gets alot of love and fun times spent in it. super neato build and thats really good work to hide a seam like that. its not easy to do on a car. sure as i learned with welding you can grind away welds and make things look seamless but if you look close enough you will find it

[@nastyn8te328]

I think that thing is awesome! The way they made the tailgate open still and look like the back of a Grand national. When people are converting cars into little trucks like the Volkswagen Jetta into a truck thing they don't have an opening tailgate you just have to reach over it is probably the only one in the world like that and that is pretty awesome

[@mikemoxley9477]

What a great build! As you stated earlier, maybe change the steering wheel if possible.

[@drifter503]

That’s the kinda hooptie I’d expect from the other channel to be honest. Love the regal/elcamino thing

[@pcbuilderlover4271]

That was an awesome video! I think for the cost I would leave the engine unless you find one someplace cheap. Fix the leaks, replace the shocks, and all the small stuff. April looks so happy around that car. And most of all Enjoy it! 😺😃

[@plantertrey]

So happy for you all. Love these videos!

[@stevengreco1939]

My favorite KZbin channel!

[@philbuell6657]

SarahnTuned is the best in my opinion

[@hotshoe1958]

If you want a Gn motor and 200r trans I have one sitting in my wear house 40 over short block with roller comp cam and lifters most part to finish very 5k invested sell less than half of that.

[@NeoRambler]

I loved this video! It would be so cool if April could also buy cars she likes/hoopties she likes, and take them to the Wizard, Ninja, or whoever, just like Hoover for evaluation and such, as a side project/parallel series to Tyler's channel! Just my opinion of course, but either way love you Tyler, Wizard, and April, and keep bringing out the great content! Much love! 😊👍❤️

[@catfishcorner7116]

April I love your vehicle and if you add a little bit of this and a little bit of that you’ll continue to own a very unique vehicle! I would definitely try to find a GN interior to swap in!Wizard definitely take care of April on her bill!💯🐟

[@jasonfabrick9308]

April's Hoovie style intro was a nice surprise. If the wizard can not find the seam then that would be a good indicator that the people that made the modifications cared about the result.

[@DirtE30]

Tyler, you have to be one of the luckiest SOB’s on the planet to land a girl who not only will put up with your addiction to hoopties but shares it, lives it and loves it! She’s not to hard on morning eyes either!

[@MrMaxeemum]

Gets divorced and immediately upgrades. Daym I'll have what he's drinking.

[@CarsofGlasgow]

Great video, loved seeing you three on screen!

[@MattBell1974]

Not to be “that guy” but I think April would look great doing a photo shoot with the GNX when it’s all detailed. Knowing how much she actually likes and knows about cars would make it even better!!

[@ReviveAndDrive-mk1]

Oh 😏

[@edmartini9724]

Fun episode. Well done!

[@appleapple3855]

Love it! Nothing wrong with custom cars. Just toss a 350 crate engine in there and swap out to a steeper gear.

[@KennyFisher-io4dm]

Owned my '87 GN since Jan '88! Been a great car, although the Powermaster is getting replace sometime in the near future! Also own a '67 SS350 Camaro (49 yrs) and a '68 428 Cobra Jet Cougar, been in family since new! I really like the Grand Camino! Have you ever seen the GN converted to a convertible? My Camaro is a convertible too, so I have a soft spot for them!

[@CoolTI-Daniel]

I agree with keeping the 305. I am sad that it isn't the TPI, not that it makes it all that more power, but the TPI looks absolutely beautiful when you lift the hood. If it was mine and if I was in absolute love and felt like throwing money at it, I would first Manual Swap it because ... that's just me, I love Manuals... and for power perhaps Super Charger and Tune. As is tho, it's a stunning head turning cruiser that makes an amazing V8 Rumble.

[@krl10101]

A mild build 383 would be my vote.

[@stevengreco1939]

My favorite KZbin couple!

[@stevengreco1939]

The Car Wizard is great too!

[@fit_pharmd4830]

It’s true, April is a great addition to your channel. The chemistry is authentic and I hope you really are happy bc you bring it to so many of your viewers!

[@mj_aussie_coaster_travels8310]

This isn't hoovies channel though...

[@melvingibson4525]

She's hot Search april l i n g i r i e maxim without the spaces in that middle word

[@stage3muppet]

Amazing what a good lady can do for you Good for you Tyler 😊👌🏻 nice to see 😊

[@damiendonaghy1638]

April's chassis is amazing 😆 🤣 😂

[@halhortonsworld5870]

Since the 5.0 runs well and sounds good, just freshen it up, then maybe think about some simple bolt-on power enhancers. I wouldn't mess with it too much.

[@MrDixie951]

Was worried about the dynamics but loving the interactions between ya both. I did notice Hoovie kept trying to lick fault with the poor wee truck, shame on you 😂😂😂😂

[@edbaczewski2959]

April & Hoovie have excellent chemistry with each other. When April drives or rides in the car with her leg bent up, it drives me nuts!! ❤😂😂

[@scubatrucker6806]

April ... What ever $$ you put in your Buick Elcamino it would be worth the investment . Its a beautiful Automobile ❤❤❤

[@Amplitudeification]

Swap it! It deserves a 3.8 turbo with Holley EFI and the GN1 Performance Catalog thrown at it… A build series on Hoovies Garage or on GMYT would be a welcome change of pace. I would make it a Grand Camational Extreme with updated performance technology. Nothing too over the top, just 400hp at the rollers.

[@joeslish-p1p]

I am sure hoovie does not like the motor because its reliable

[@minivanin]

Im sure I am with all the other Gbody guys cringing at the ignorance here. I am usually ignorance correctly, not as an insult. It is clearly on the Elco chassis, which runs on an 8-inch longer wheelbase. The floors were a dead giveaway (on a regular Regal/Malibu etc would not have that much room between the rear footwell and the muffler body of those 13.5" long Flowmasters). 2nd, the extentions welded on the front for the deeper GN nose are also a giveaway. I think its cool and looks well done from what I can tell. Look into the Jeep steering shaft retrofit for more direct steering to get rid of the rubber disc joint.

[@franciscodanconia4324]

I think they welded the Regal greenhouse onto the El Camino, which is why you can’t find a seam.

[@frankkeel8410]

That is a keeper! ELCaminos rule best rides ever,had two new ones a 72 and a 80 SS

[@markhodge7]

Rock the look, April.

[@JimFlanagan4206]

Plenty of aftermarket support to swap an LS engine into G Body cars. Just get an LS2 6.0 and it'll be plenty fast.

[@xsiveone]

Since it's not a real GN you can put anything in it without devaluing it. Check out the Roadster Shop GN build with the 1,000+ hp twin turbo LS. Go visit the shop when you're back in Chicago. I'm fairly sure they'd be willing to do a video with both of you.

[@Racerman27410]

April is really finding her groove here in you-tube land. Good onya Hoovie for being a positive influence.

[@robertl2227]

I like April's idea of using the GNX in the rec room as a picnic table

[@Trickyrickie]

April’s tailgate is a work of art!

[@josephkelly4893]

I’m sure it can fit plenty of lumber

[@johnjacobs4625]

open up that tailgate and fill it with wood

[@AbleMable]

I don't know man, I'm all about a good set of sealed beam headlights.

[@AbleMable]

​@@johnjacobs4625jfc 🤣🤣🤣☠️

[@VerifiedVIPMember]

Heard it smells fishy...

[@naradaian]

Loving those low angles - lighting is superb April!

[@juztyn00]

Could do something silly like a supercharged 3.8 out of a early 2000's Grand Prix or Regal.

[@blairwilliams136]

Would that newer 3800 motor still bolt up to the bell housing ?

[@lysajane3643]

How dare you Tyler! There is nothing wrong with April’s tailgate.

[@Zzus321]

Agree

[@lorieandpatrickdavies7483]

Before anything else, I would get rid of those GNX stickers and badges. Replace them with custom "Grand Camino" ones. Fix the AC, cruise, the odd fluid leaks. Pick up some nice GN interior bits (seats, console) and replace the El Camino interior. If the 305 is healthy, add some bolt ons to it to bump up the hp a bit. And then just enjoy it.

[@AeroGuy07]

El Caminos came from the factory with air shocks. In the late 60s and early 70s the valve was back by the rear license plate mount.

[@ChristopherSass-sy2en]

Hoovie, GM vehicles from the 1970s through the 1980s always start right up. My 1985 Pontiac can sit for weeks and as soon as I turn the key, it pops off.

[@babyschuerman]

April's purchase of this car is awesome ❤

[@frankom1528]

cheaper rates and she can take it and pay her bill later ! AWESOME ! NOW stop messing around and swap the proper turbo eng. in it ! you can find them for cheap

[@A__511]

Love this Now you need a GNX video with Alex

[@MAGGOT_VOMIT]

These vids have been wonderful lately, as having no stupid worthless EV's in them. I LOVE THIS.......BRAVO APRIL!!

[@NorthernChev]

You joke about keeping a car in the dining room. But I actually keep my DeLorean IN my living room. My house was built (by the previous owner) specifically to accommodate the display of cars. I have ten on display throughout the house. Unfortunately we had a tree fall on us recently and it's being completely redone.

[@chrisd924]

My compliments to your fine taste in cars and houses Sir.

[@trashyspeeds266]

Dang. Hope everyone was ok.

[@juki6377]

i used to have a suzuki rgv, gsxr and an aprilia rs in mine but its was mostly because i lived in a bad neighbourhood, i would have settled for the posters XD, girls didnt like the idea very much

[@NorthernChev]

@@juki6377 In college, I built an engine in the living room I shared with my roommates. They were ...tolerant(ish).

[@plmn93]

There's a restaurant in my town using a '59 El Camino as a salad bar.

[@CLASSICSAREBETTER]

Haven't seen a Grand Camino before, cool mash up. Congrats on the new ride.

[@purpurahaze9179]

I always wanted to do that but with a Pontiac Grand Prix

[@Billyboy4209]

Engine out for an oil pan?!?😳 don’t go Primadonna! Sheesh I had an 84 regal when I was 16 no point did I ever pull the motor out to change that gasket. Grabbed it with the cherry picker took the motor mount off, lifted the motor a couple inches and slid it out. No big deal. Took longer for me to drive across town and back to pick up and drop off the picker

[@geraldthompson2173]

April Rose I still love your Grand Camino!

[@calvinh.8882]

Heads, cam, intake, with a Holley Sniper EFI kit, and that engine would make that car a lot more fun. It would be somewhere around 375-400hp.

[@wendellbryant]

Hoovie's punching above his weight, April is stunning.

[@JJj-xratedgt]

I bought my mom a rust free El'co then bought 2 other interior options GN & SS... THOUGHT OF TRICKN IT TO A GNX THAT WAS 3-4YRS AGO... NOW WERE HERE... SECTIONED BODY IS OVER THE TOP. TAILG8 SHARP!

[@jazzjokesjalopies]

Cruise control? When April cruises, it’s out-of-control. 😊 Fun video.

[@kevinbarrett9615]

Three words , Make April Happy !

[@mitchellgildea254]

That's it! Turbo LS or Turbo 3.8 V6 swap confirmed

[@Amplitudeification]

I thought turbo LS at first. But it really needs follow through of the full GNX treatment. Turbo 3.8 FTW.

[@graysenfox3600]

Okay Aprils evil laugh is contagiously funny 😆

[@unknowncaller7097]

Buy the GN from Kansas City KS Co-Part lot for a donor drivetrain. I believe it’s actually a GNX as it shows the flares and the extra bracing in the back seat.

[@sburns2421]

I'm glad they had the Wizard and April together. I was starting to wonder if they were the same person.

[@EBIndy]

Hey Tyler do us all a favor. Buy a C8 ZR1! Time to join the 1000+ horsepower club.

[@timothyearp631]

It is misnamed, it should be the Regal Camino. I really do like the concept of the build.

[@Pro-Cras-Ti-Na-Tor1000]

Take the engine out of a Buick Park Avenue ultra and stick it in this. 3.8L SC engine would be perfect, and it would keep the Frankenstein theme going.

[@TheJamesSpawn]

April is so cute when she covers her mouth when embarrassed. If it don’t work out with Hoovie, give me a ring 😁

[@KypHeM]

The channel is becoming better and better keep making vids

[@MyLifeThai371]

That's great that car wizard is accepting American cars and normal cars again! I did not realize car wizard's shop is that massive!

[@CanadiansInCarsGettingCocky]

The Grand Camino fits April like a Mullet! 😂

[@roberthirshfield3571]

Yeah her tail gate is very nice