How To Get a 600HP CAPABLE AXLE For $200 | Turbo LS Volvo Sleeper

Today I show you guys how to get a solid axle that's capable of holding 600hp for less than $200! Then, we start modifying it to get it ready to put into the Volvo.
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[@noahcramer9230]

So happy you're getting sponsors like this! You're the best!🤘

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[@davewsh8434]

This is the safest corvette ever

[@SFH_Jenkins]

well. for everyone inside it is.

[@ricky107_]

Haha yep!

[@ricky107_]

Most practical too

[@_Gingium_]

Never thought of it like that 🤣 🤣

[@davewsh8434]

@@SFH_Jenkins Lmao

[@zubi_]

"I want u guys to learn something instead of just watching me" spoke like a dad there bud🤣

[@chrisdefinis8963]

imagine how drunk you’d get if you took a shot every time gingium mentioned ebay in this video... proud of you man! been watching since the focus and this is the most exciting build yet!

[@_Gingium_]

Haha, that would be a dangerous game. But thank you, man!

[@yungkidnf]

Wow, you mean to tell me they sell . . . (Ahem) FIVE HUNDRED TWENTY FIVE THOUSAND SIX HUNDRED TURBOOOOSSSS!!!!!

[@jg5001]

Ayyyy, I see what you did there 😏

[@SeanHodgins]

But you didn't shorten the driver side axle tube! When these come out of the ford they are a few inches longer on the driver side, so to install them centered on the 240 you need to take 2.75" out of the tube so that the left and right are the same length. When you're at the yard you need to grab an extra passenger side 8.8 axle, then you can shorten the tube and install the extra passenger side axle in the driver side tube. I guess you could run 2.75" wheel spacers on the passenger side! :D

[@SeanHodgins]

@BBB Man haha, I guess you could do that, would be pretty silly to do all that work to center it instead of just fixing the long axle. Plus the 240 tunnel is already pretty tight in most cases, I don’t think you could get away with that big of a sideways angle.

[@OneTimeImp902]

I'm really thankful for all the explanation you've done in this video, it's really good to know what's going on other than just, put that there, put this there. Keep up the great work :D

[@AT_motors]

"Built entirely from parts purchased on ebay." Goes to the junkyard for an axle.

[@zachlemay88]

love the new "explaining" idea, much more interesting and I learn new things throughout the video!

[@karlmiller3623]

Gives me adam lz vibes

[@oldaccount2862]

Just wanted to note how seriously impressive your fab skills are. It’s inspirational to those of us who have to teach ourselves things

[@DingDongDrift]

let me know if you want some custom emblems for this thing. i'll hook you up.

[@devinsmith6523]

This is the most exited I’ve been for a build since you announced you would wrx swap the rally Miata. Keep up with the great builds👍

[@xdezirehdful]

Glad to see you leave in the part where you hit your eye 😂😂 was a good laugh, thank you.

[@jordonthompson4687]

I've been watching you sense before you even had the Subaru wagon and I can't believe how far you have come with your machenical knowledge and fab skills keep up the great work

[@boosted_john]

Music fire in this one. Who else agrees?

[@keon5779]

The previous video with the guitar riffs in the music was just awesome.

[@Fat_Jag]

"This will be made with parts sourced entirely from eBay." *Buys junkyard axle.* But yes, please keep doing the instructional stuff. It's cool to learn even if I never plan on putting a solid rear axle in anything.

[@Dannymclovin]

I found myself needing to do a live axle swap on my z31 since I LS swapped it and now it has a chinisium turbo on it not trusting the stock axles and not wanting to hunt for an overpriced s13 subframe I'm wanting to go this route thank you so much for uploading this because I havent found any videos online since most custom 4 link stuff is for trucks and off road crap so thanks again it's really helpful

[@ConnorCav]

Loving this build, and the explanation of how it works 🤙🏼

[@darrenroot4562]

from 1000hp crown vics in forza to 600hp turbo ls vovlos in real life, ginigium loves sleepers lol

[@Foodencio]

I liked this style of video more, where you explain all the stuff, how they work, and what you're really doing. Nice!

[@billyboyd9694]

I agree with u when u said u want us to also learn from watching your videos, i love watching you build cars and i learn from it while being entertained, great job caleb ty

[@richiezaa]

the amount of work you put down is insane! Love to see the progress in your welding/fabrication skills! :D

[@prototype_pandad6536]

525600 I remember that number from R.E.N.T oddly. WICKED EXCITED FOR THIS BUILD! Next Stop Freedom Factory

[@brandongrant1107]

HELL YEAH BROTHER!!!

[@hunterbrock2347]

Definitely looking forward to seeing more progress out of this build

[@brendanscott5023]

By far one of my FAVORITE builds going on right now i cant wait till this thing is done and shredding the streets destroying mustangs😝🤟🏿 keep it up

[@dysastro5362]

Usually, when *I* avoid the IRS, I've packed my bags and moved to Argentina, but whatever floats your boat

[@GARAGEIdiotS]

Following this one for sure!!

[@K3NnY_G]

Those QA1's having both adjusts right there at the bottom will make dialing changes at the track loads easier.

[@andreassrensen282]

I love the build and i can't wait to see the finished product. Much love from Denmark

[@josuepaz9446]

So crazy how far you have come! I've been watching since your forza videos! I hope to start my Chanel soon.

[@nc2077]

For you i watch all the ads Keep up the good work🔥🔥

[@edgarbecerra4520]

Just a suggestion but you should replace the axle ends with 9in Ford ends to eliminate the c-clips which can potentially fall out and destroy your rear end. Especially since your gonna do launches. They are better and can hold more power than c-clip eliminators. But anyway awesome build man!

[@rileypaterson7117]

12:27 ouch bro safety glasses 😂

[@b.o.l.r.921]

Super informative, cheers dude. looks awesome, good luck with the fab process 🤙🏻

[@-jaguarwarface2639]

Gingium can u do voice overs more often i really enjoyed that detailed information with the ford axle

[@aamirjalal7002]

Im really loving the educational aspect to these videos. Im only 17 but I'm hoping once I own a car of my own, I can apply what I've learned from here. Thanks Caleb!!!

[@bldosbangers]

Learning with Caleb fuck yeah!

[@thatricersupra1165]

I'm ok with learning 👍

[@dd-ed2jn]

Gingium is so underrated i honestly think this is one of the best car channels on youtube

[@joshuaavila8317]

I love it i miss videos like this

[@realweston]

The Volvo looks good on ginguim

[@JBPlaysGames1]

I find it hilarious that the explorer had IRS even that far back, but the Mustang didn't have it until 2015.

[@alexlepore6734]

8.8s also came in F-150/Broncos as well. I know because I have a 3.08 Open 8.8 in my 91 F-150

[@SukiddoKids]

volvos are lowkey sick!!!

[@joeyhoward1099]

DO A UPDATED GARAGE TOUR OF ALL YOUR CARS AND UNIT

[@jonnysspeedshop]

Makes me miss my old volvo 240

[@isarob03]

8:45 "buhayave" ive been laughing my butt off for a good min lol

[@halojonssan]

that axle i probaply better, but the original one would suffice for that

[@luke14fleming]

I'm so excited that you got such a big sponsorship. You've put in alot of effort and it's paying off!

[@carsonmeyer1772]

Ford 8.8 has to be the go too for any good power build.

[@alexmazzilli9417]

I had a 3.31 ring and pinion a couple months ago

[@user-mr3kx9pn6r]

Once i get my hands on a weld and plasma cutter ill get right to this

[@babybush9525]

We are doing something nearly identical to that except we're not using all eBay parts and it's a different model Volvo but I like your years seats!

[@stigsmauritiancousin671]

Clean and paint the axlelium !

[@BigBenlolz]

Ever since Caleb tried John's ebay clutch he realised you dont have to pay 3-4 times as much for good parts lmao

[@bizkify]

Damn i remember watching your gaming videos way back when and thinking how cool those built vs bought forza builds were and now you're doing them yourself, time flies when having fun! Keep up the good work, always happy to see an upload!

[@Mastermindyoung14]

Everyone watching this and taking notes: shorten the long side to match the short side and use 2 short axles. Otherwise your 8.8 isn't centered.

[@padlockbeats151]

did our guy just multiply 1 by 6

[@martinmo195]

The Volvo axle is original capable for 600hp😉 Just slap in a truetrack to get them spinning

[@mattsee45]

4:58 there should be a song remix based on this edit

[@tacticalpotato5665]

I fucking love this build! You should get some old skiis or something to put up on those roof rails just to add to the sleeper look. If you want more sick Volvo builds I can recommend: Drifts n' lifts is sick and the guy running it is a God at drifting Volvo's, I've never seen someone outside of Sweden drift a Volvo better than him. Peterbjork is a super cool Swedish guy that is currently building a Volvo 245 like gingiums but with a Lamborghini Gallardo V10 swap (no you didn't read it wrong).

[@chrisfuzzy]

Caleb: "We are building a 600hp turbo LS sleeper using parts entirely off of eBay." Also Caleb: * buys diff at junkyard *

[@aserta]

0:001 so...what capacity is that engine? I like the orange paint, stands out, tho, you'll clearly have to notch out the hood, so there goes the "PURITY". Jokes aside, nice catch on the axle.

[@JamieBainbridge]

"Aurora, Illinois, which is a suburb of Chicago. Excellent!"

[@josh3299]

musical car guys are instantly like “525,600 minutes” without a calculator 😂

[@micahlumsden3733]

nice editting

[@jessemarchese7245]

I smell a plasma cutter coming soon

[@edwinh.9906]

0:38 did you just use a calculator for 1x60?🤓😂

[@rorysizemore504]

Looks like you forgot to narrow one side of that 8.8, they are offset.

[@michaelphelps7176]

I’ve been searching thru the comments trying to see if anyone would mention that. Apparently not many people here are aware of that

[@michaelphelps7176]

BBB Man I didn’t hear him mention that in the vid. I did some research after I watched it and realized a lot of people leave them offset 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@idontpaytaxes6250]

I’m late to the party but how about “SlowVo”

[@vertrox3435]

WAIT ... are you listening to the TMG Podcast while you work?

[@messerschmitt_bf109]

When my dad would wake me up at 7am on a Saturday and drag me to the junkyard with him. Good times

[@Deepfried4skin]

im so excited for this build!

[@pablo_vs_paul4856]

Gbox wise are you choosing T700 for the 4spd or investigating a GearVendors unit like they run in DragWeek for better economy.... On the T4oo... Might be worthwhile! For "THOR", "ODIN", "LOKI" Volvo's name? (Swedish-Scandanavian-Norse mythology)

[@supersiem1431]

I like the explanation stuff👌

[@racer193wr]

If ebay is sponsoring this why did you not try and find a independent rear suspension from like a gt mustang or if they are to much maybe from an escalade and make it fit into the back of the volvo. That would make this build next level and it could have potential to handle a autocross as well as some crazy drifting. Also love your videos, the used parts you use resemble the condition of junkyard parts where I live. Crusty and rusty is a huge parts of buying junkyard bits here in eastern Canada.

[@racer193wr]

@BBB Man everyone who swaps a 240 keeps a solid axel for ease of use... putting a whole subframe from say a mustang gt would make for great content and it would be somthing a little different from the norm. Im a volvo guy and have owned a bunch of them. And its always great when someone builds one but they all follow the same blueprint.

[@temio.463]

What, you’re actually explaining what you’re doing on the car ❗️ ❗️❗️ 😡 😡😡 Lol I’m just 🧢'n Love the vids man, and I loved hearing those explanations, I feel like I’m getting a better grasp on what’s going on!

[@thomasgrasmick568]

The majority of Mercury Mountaineers came base as high spec explorer's meaning most have an 8.8 lsd in 3.73. got me a 97(built 6/96) absolute gas hog 🤣 but I'll be damned if it isn't the most reliable vehicle I've owned at 283k

[@wowgodiamond]

Speaking of axles, how's Axle the kitty doing?

[@mazdab5454]

Not trying to be that guy, but u could've saved yourself the time and just welded the stock unit, they have reliably ran 700+hp. Still stoked for the build. However kinda bummed that more and more people are realizing volvos can be enthusiast cars cause it's gonna drive parts prices up... Lol

[@lafondla21]

Take it out of a ranger homie.

[@basiltschudi3283]

Please for the love of gods and binky...get a proper level!!! Rhe phone is not accurate and it doesnt male the noise!! (If u dont knkw what i‘m talking about: watch project binky)

[@LilPickleyt999]

Duramax swap the bus lol

[@geraldgoodiii6993]

What turbo kit did u get for the LS? Every LS kit I find on eBay looks like shit. Gonna be dropping a similar setup in my 1970 Lemans .. I love your build bro

[@randomwhiteguy5615]

Recently found your channel with content from GA. Didn't realize you used to be in the Naperville, Aurora area. Small world, I always like going to aurora u pull it. Great work, I have plenty of video to watch and like.

[@johnhenderson9173]

Could I buy some fancy brackets from you that dan made on his plasma table?

[@patheddles4004]

37 seconds in, and I'm like: how many minutes in a year? 525,600. That one specific figure will be with me forever.

[@suzuyamogami5169]

lastime i was early , gingy still had hair

[@shookones2216]

Hey man, did you by any chance have the part number for the QA1 rear coils? The link doesn't work any ore and I'm doing the same thing on my volvo 242.

[@jagervonweebs610]

ALL crown vics, grand marquis, and lincolin towncars have 8.8 axels. too and they are much more common, and they made them untill 2011

[@rhorn79]

T56 with 373 gears will be better off than the 327 even on the highway. That's 6th gear gives it alot of room most chevy guys opt to put 410's in because the T56 is so versatile.

[@jompazx1272]

he could just have gooten the rearaxle of a volvo 240 turbo which is 600hp capable and 100% bolt on. he would never break an driveshaft with a torsen diff put in it, at this power level.

[@robbiehattaway5765]

You can use an axel out of a 240 diesel and it bolts right in, no modification. The diesel rear end is a Dana 7 3/4. I had a Mopar 340 small block in a 240 wagon and the rear end held up fine.

[@SwedishHedgehog]

i guess you use the ls motor becaus its easier to get a hold on where you live, but whit a volvo redblock engine you can easely get 600bhp, or why not use a m50b28 engine from a bmw e36?

[@gilithien2723]

its so weird, i daily this car, and now hes building one!

[@doubled3065]

Yeah trends being followed. Another V8 swapped car. 🤦🏻. The 4 bangers that come in this car are RAD!

[@ninjacookies0]

I absolutely love the more informative videos. I cannot wait to see this thing rip

[@frankmartin3182]

I have the same diff in my jeep i geared it to 4.56 picked it up for $150 in Joliet IL out of a 99 explorer 4:10 LSD

[@LJ_Jeff]

I use to go to ace hardware for bolts and nuts. Then a friend pointed me in the right direction, Tractor Supply. If there's a tractor supply in your area they sell nuts and bolts by the pound. Its waaaaaay cheaper then buying at ace hardware.

[@fzj8022]

Dude wtf, an app on your phone is not an accurate level/inclinometer. Just buy a cheap digital one. They're super accurate.