I'm building the ULTIMATE awd pro-touring pickup

[@bertpulaski2492]

Something to think about is a Blazer gas tank swap. It’ll help shift the weight more behind the axle. These trucks are light in the rear end and moving some weight further back will help.

[@dalehall2993]

@@bertpulaski2492 Its awd as well..

[@MrBenstero]

​@@dalehall2993still gonna help with weight balance regardless of the drivetrain

[@bertpulaski2492]

@@dalehall2993oh I know. The extra weight behind the axle will still help it bite.

[@cobaltlukather9045]

weight behind the axle helps in a straight line, but in corners, it acts like a pendelum, or a wrench, giving that weight extra torque to push that rear end out. the "continental" spare tire kits from the 1950s fell out of favor because this effect was noted to have caused road accidents in adverse, low-grip conditions. you want to centralize the mass as close to the center of the vehicle as possible, even if the balance is not perfect, your handling at the limit of grip will be best because your weight will be on the wheels, not beyond them.

[@chriswise1232]

​@cobaltlukather9045 Gas will slosh no matter where he puts the tank. Racers have been adding balast for decades. Firmly mounted weight effects cog and bias, but by itself, it doesn't create unpredictable handling.

[@robertmceuen3630]

You say you have OCD. Ilike OCD. It means you don't miss anything. Your fabrication skills are 2nd to none. Wow. I'm impressed. Thanks.

[@LawrenceTolman]

Hey thanks a ton, I appreciate that

[@The94gtmoose]

31:52 spray bomb it with steel-it and when you need to do more welding no grinding needed.

[@9502silverado]

Should grab a 2 door blazer fuel tank and use it behind the rear axle, would add to that "copo" idea.

[@twilliams6176]

Lt. Your work is second to no one. Good job.

[@The94gtmoose]

I love this build. It’s the OCD version of @StayTunedTA ‘s SikeClone. Two totally different styles but same idea. You measure 17 times and cut once, Tony doesn’t measure cuts once and fuckin sends it.

[@mchristr]

The wheel/tire combination looks really good. This truck is going to be a very capable street/track beast. Thanks for posting LT.

[@mrphiscal]

Those dime are getting way better.

[@ericmccomas8603]

You should put a s10 blazer rear fuel tank in it

[@richardgreenlaw1442]

I'd blast and paint the whole frame in case you do a car show to show off the final project

[@erichildreth7562]

Man that going to hook up like nobody's business!! No more wheel hop!!! Man I have to say at the 16:12 mark when you stopped and had to listen to the noise outside and then you said "Uhh Hondas!!" - I just took a sip of water at that time and nearly spit it across the table, that was too funny and thanks for the good laugh!! Awesome work LT!!

[@jonallen1985]

Your reaction to the Honda was priceless😂

[@E1337Jerk]

335 for Moooo Powwwwwa Baby!!!

[@DarrenWS6]

The amount of fabrication you do in your builds is phenomenal man, love seeing this come together. Excellent job!

[@carlospearse7472]

This is shaping up to be my favorite build to date. Right after the copo truck!

[@prevost8686]

Appreciate the content 👍. Just running a repair shop alone is a massive job with plenty of headaches. Taking the time to film a personal project is a pretty big challenge. Do what you can and the adults will watch without constant criticism and complaints.

[@John-4649]

Your attention to detail is top tier!

[@danmitchell1665]

Very nice suspension set-up. Your work looks sooo good.

[@abnpthfdr2934]

It balanced straight out!!! Go play the Power Ball!!! Great video!!!

[@darbythompson7020]

I def agree with other guys on the blazer fuel tank idea

[@bobqzzi]

Very nice. The rear suspension has been a very cool build to watch- lots of fabrication, which I love. Just occurred to me today though, that for all that work you could have fabbed up an IRS that would be way lighter and handle much better. Maybe on the next truck

[@hammuffins2645]

You did a kickass job! I have followed your content since the middle of the ugly truck build. When you get into the nerdy angles and terminology, it gives me insight to more custom builds. 👌

[@Duke_Silver22]

Damnit I love this build so much. LT you are a master craftsman!

[@Tanker_Wanker]

I like those wheels 😮

[@ront2106]

Wow.. that seems like a lot of overkill for strength and stiffness, but the fab work is worth watching and seeing how things can be put together to fit!!! Great job and always watching to see what's next!!!

[@Jizzaldo]

Of all your current projects, this truck is the one I'm most interested in. Looks great.

[@Ricardomartinezgdl]

get it done!!!!!!!

[@mrmatt7210]

Impressive work to say the least. I'm proud to see your project is getting closer to being finished.

[@kimmelander3268]

Hi. Don't forget your brake line (center and outer) tabs. Looks like you have the bump stops sorted. I would recommend heim joint ball seals too but further shimming is helpful when welding the brackets, and that ship has sailed. Might be able to squeeze them in. Nice work.

[@johnwoods6239]

Hey man, Great content on the S10. Really enjoy watching you be creative and create. I'm totally with you on the OCD thing, I do the same thing.Can't wait to see the final product. I would say "when you'rer done", but really, are we ever really done? haha There is always one more thing that we want to do. Keep doing what your doing!!!

[@rolandlluis3153]

I've had great success using VHT ROLLBAR & CHASSIS satin blk... 👊💯

[@qdmax11]

Love this build Can’t wait to see the end results and see this thing rip on the track

[@assaultlick2169]

Primo suspension in a tiny space. This is gonna be sick when it's finished

[@xozindustries7451]

That looks good, plenty of room for bigger tires, I always go for the biggest rims I can get to make the flattest contact patch on the tire

[@jackrwallace]

Paint the whole frame please. Do not half-ass it.

[@RyanGoldey]

Love the build so far and I myself am a super meticulous technician.. I can't have a KZbin channel due to cursing,, dark car humor,, and we'll I honestly don't care what anyone else thinks.. Good job man,, keep on keepin on🤙

[@ClaytonYatescarenthusiast]

Get a set of 18x11 and run 315 30 18 square yok a052

[@ThatGuy17371]

This thing is going to perform well and look good doing it. I always wanted to do an S-10 build!

[@jblob5764]

This has been similar to a long term build dream of mine

[@DieselRelapse]

The wheels are awesome!

[@neilziesmer6109]

REALLY NICE SET UP .

[@Anthony_Pell]

Such clean work. Love it.

[@simonthebroken9691]

Awesome work buddy!

[@paullutherborrow637]

May aswell put in an anti-roll bar setup while you’re at it ! You know you’ll need one -should have one so 🤷‍♂️

[@Jason_Shelby77]

It’s great that your business is successful.

[@steveh4837]

Looks awesome! Can’t wait to see it on a test drive!

[@matthewschneider2089]

Dude!!! Nice job!!! Great video!!!✌️

[@peterf.4268]

Have you considered running an in-bed fuel sump or tank (would elevate your center of gravity - not good) but you could free up space under the bed (and you could make it shallow & wide to keep the weight as low as possible)?

[@ericzakareskie1054]

Same wheels on my Bravada with 255/55R18 BFGs

[@Reggies_shitbox_tj]

Looking good!

[@ProjectDefi]

Dude I love what you are doing. I'm trying to build a one off custom car and have no idea what I'm doing. I figured best way to learn is to get amongst it. Jaja

[@grants.9120]

Looks incredible! Congratulations

[@LawrenceTolman]

Thanks so much!

[@aslacker]

Lol at Strength. Enough there for a small dump truck . Love it

[@brian2359]

Looking really nice!

[@scotthultin7769]

400 👍's up LT thank you for sharing 🤗

[@mickmagnetta6264]

frame suggestion: mastercoat permanent rust sealer and mastercoat AG111 topcoat . remember to use MCT101 thinner

[@rlscustoms]

Yeah drives me bonkers not removing tire stickers too, it actually affects the road force measurement when balancing the tire. I’m loving this build it’s turning out amazing!

[@chriswise1232]

I wouldn't go out and immediately do a burnout on a wheel with bead lube on it. You're asking for balance issues.

[@bigironandy]

Pawn shops are full of heavy duty corded drills. I think a good AC drill is much nicer to use than a battery drill in the shop. Hole saws are murder on batteries.

[@LotsOfPaypa]

This vs the 337 speed canyon

[@337speed]

That would be good!

[@chriswise1232]

That blue Colorado has sharp body angles. So do those vette wheels. That's why it matches. The S10 has a moderate radius on every angle. I'll agree that the old wheel size was too small by modern aesthetics.

[@davidresar8256]

Paint the whole back half... chassis black will suffice... remember it's an upgrade.

[@rcextreme411]

Someone should kick youtubes arse how haven't you got 1 million subs yet,keep up the cool vids man

[@chevy383zb]

Let's see if Matt has a comeback comment for you? Lol 😂

[@torind2000]

i am so glad you removed the stickers...that bugs me personally to no end heh

[@joeroad6618]

Loving the color combo your shooting for, but I'm a bit biased since my car is bright blue with gunmetal wheels!

[@raulrobles4349]

Looking awesome 👌

[@chaunster]

Your tig welds are looking super pro these days

[@rodpotts2666]

looking good!

[@JimFlanagan4206]

Definitely add a rear sway bar if you're going to do any autocrossing.

[@Mrshortbed]

Awesome work

[@atsidis]

I think you’re doin* great, bet you can’t wait to see the fruits from the turbo 5.3

[@scotthultin7769]

I always thought wheel harvest cuz you didn't have enough power to really keep them turning

[@jackstoepfer1494]

Awesome

[@kalybnielsen4183]

I hate the sound of solid wire welding. You could have put a few ½" holes to plug weld to the inner gussets, jus 2 or 3 would've worked. I like how he talks about how "this" is going to be built and the finished product is completely different, nothing wrong with that. It's looking good, hope it stops the wheel hop

[@Collindraker]

why not a watts link? the suspension is going to be squatting and raising and keeping the rear end central would be pivotal for fast driving and consistent suspension feel.

[@youbetoomuch]

drainage hole for boxed in frame no? thoughts? spot above panhard mounting ...i might be over thinking it or missing something

[@OsX86H3AvY]

fantasticstuff....the audio seems better too, maybe it's just me but it seems better on this video....anyways, keep it up great stuff!

[@andrewisenbart3404]

I think it be awesome to paint that s10 that blue especially with the extreme ground effects kit, by the way I'd love to buy that set of c4 wheels. I have a c4

[@joshuaelizabethfoster6276]

32:53 wow you just offered to show your KZbin channel (full of dudes) your package lol good for you umm my kids watch ? Please don't lolol

[@oldyellerLsx]

Hey Lawrence is Mitch with the yellow Stepside I'll be more than happy to help you do all the body work and paint we could work something out I just bought a Denali Yukon with Precision turbo kit

[@AndyR1982]

To answer the mystery of the necked down axle tubes on the s10 8.5s. It was so GM could use the leaf spring hardware of the s10s and not have to change u bolts and spring plates.

[@c0wb0yTV]

you rule LT. amazing what you can do with CAD (cardboard aided design)

[@TBGaels32]

I’m pretty interested in this build. I think it would be cool to do a 4.3 V6 with forced induction (though the original wasn’t the 4.3) unless you’re looking for more reliable power from a SBC or a LS style V8. I’m going to be doing a V8 swapped S-10 Blazer (maybe with Forced induction) but adding 1 tons. AWD is cool, but they’re not my cup of tea and they’re pretty much everything under the sun and the manufacturers aren’t building them like they did in the 70’s & 80’s.

[@prevost8686]

For whatever reasons the 4.3 never got a lot of support from the aftermarket performance companies. There’s a few things for them out there but apparently companies thought that there wasn’t enough demand to justify the cost of offering products for them.

[@jasonp3253]

I wish you would fully box the frame forward of the rear axle you will be much more stiff.

[@RealityUntold]

How did you determine your center of gravity to build the rear link setup for correct anti squat when you haven't installed the new engine?

[@985-Nate]

LT makes me want to weld and fab but ik he makes it look way too easy 😂

[@markwegner6100]

Excellent!

[@ryanwilliams1651]

Get Kevin from paintucation or Robby Layton to paint it metallic black. Powder coat the frame gun metal.

[@SUMTlNGW0NG]

I'm not sure if I missed it, but what was the reason you went 3 link +panhard bar instead of the triangulated 4 link. The 4 link would have been much less work, which is why I went that direction in my ranger. Is the 3 link so much stronger that it's worth all the extra work?

[@Thecleananunseenteam]

I really think you do great work and Really cool builds if you could actually finish them in a timely manner not three years to build an engine and two years Plus building the truck would make it way more desirable to watch and help the channel grow jist my opinion but u know what they say about opinions

[@TandD1w]

When welding on one side of the axle tube, does it warp the axle or is this a non-factor?

[@farncoisbisson7737]

Ive been trained by pirelli few years back when they came out with the ZR tires. Yellow doth goes where the valve go. 🤨🤨🤨 i couldnt see any yellow doth on those tires?

[@LawrenceTolman]

I looked for it, but there were zero colored dots on the tires anywhere

[@junkluver7444]

S10 Blazer fuel tank in the back? 🙏

[@jaredhuang2225]

Definitely just prime and rattle can the back for now, like you said you need to paint the whole body so you'll have a chance to do the frame properly then.

[@LukeEdward]

I am no expert, but there are four distinct arcs of of motion that the rear suspension is moving in; top arm, bottom arms, panhard bar, and now coilover shocks. Aren’t those all going to fight each other and produce bind somewhere?

[@derrelcarter9401]

Why a panard bar vs a Watts link?

[@timottinger8144]

Is there enough room to ratchet those shocks with a bed on? Great looking build though. Can’t wait to see it shred.

[@lowbudgetbob1155]

That back half needs paint...it would look soooo much better and it would probably inspire you to to do the rest of it lol. If you don't paint it for yourself, paint it for us, your audience, we would REALLY appreciate it 😁

[@wolf3907]

Spray some rust converter to the frame, turns it black and acts as a primer. Deal with it later.

[@kevenhiemie]

LT Your attention to detail is like none other. It annoys you and it annoys us but it's also the reason why we come back to watch all your videos. If OEM vehicles manufacturers paid as much attention to detail as you do there be a lot less need for mechanics. Also with your attention to detail I don't know why you're not using a weld through primer or a product like STEEL-IT®? I'm far from a professional welder but my best friend is a boilermaker. He has always told me a welders friend is 1. A clean SS brush dipped in deionized alcohol. 2. A Weld through primer or coating 3. Splatter guard spray