LOOSE ENDS - 1987 Chevy Blazer TBI to FiTech EFI Conversion PART 1 - UTX

Today at Ugly Truck, we're tearing into a new project, and I mean PROJECT. This 1987 K5 Blazer will eventually get a 6.0 LS swap, but in the meantime, we'll swap the TBI on the 350 for a FiTech fuel injection system so the owner can put some miles on it. The FiTech system runs on the same 58 PSI fuel pressure as the LS, and also runs the cooling fans, so our plan is to have the fuel and cooling systems ready for the LS swap ahead of time. You know we love saving time and money!
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[@C10ProblemChild]

That intro has to be one of the funniest things I’ve seen!! Always knowledgeable videos.

[@UglyTruckExperience]

Thank you Problem Child. We spent a lot of time coming up with that one. We really appreciate you watching. Jerry

[@chrishankins905]

Cool channel! I grew up with Jeff & Jeanie even though they’re much much older than me like my brothers age but still great people 😂

[@UglyTruckExperience]

Thanks Chris. They are great people. I am sitting here talking to him as I type. Thanks for watching. Jerry

[@jeffcoble4353]

Hey Jerry and Emily, by far this is the best video you guys have out, along with the “Unleveled” video not that all of the other ones aren’t great lol Thank you so much for taking on my Blazer, it really was in bad shape but I can’t wait to see what you guys do with it You both really are the best neighbors I have ever had, I appreciate both of you and keep up the great work!!

[@UglyTruckExperience]

Thanks Jeff. Your the greatest neighbor and great friend. We appreciate you trusting us with this truck. We will do our best to make it the best Blazer around. Jerry and Emily

[@robertcarden8141]

Man I wish you or I lived closer together. I got a ls that needs to be rebuild by a professional like yourself. I've seen you build these motors and you are indeed one to have build it lol. Love your content brother keep it up. Much love and respect from GA

[@UglyTruckExperience]

Thanks so much for your comment, Robert! We appreciate you watching our stuff!

[@jasonbunting5361]

Funny intro! Love the Blazer. I would love to see how to remove the broken exhaust bolt.

[@UglyTruckExperience]

Thanks Jason! Jerry already pulled the exhaust bolt, but we'll be sure to show the next one! Thanks for tuning in! --Emily

[@jonvasquez4729]

As the SUBSCRIBER OF THE MONTH, I’m soooo stoked you started on the Blazer! It’s my dream truck. 2wd Blazer LS swapped, slightly lowered. I love AND get every single movie reference, and I’m sure we will end up hanging out someday… Love y’all! Keep the fun going!! Shiny tiny shriney was a big smile maker at the Vasquez house, I’m famous now. Thanks a billion

[@UglyTruckExperience]

I knew we had that VW hub cap around here somewhere! 😁 We were at a C10 show recently, and were parked by a SWEET lowered 72 Blazer. The owner of this 87 wants a lift kit, but now you're giving me ideas! 🤣 Thanks for tuning in, Jon!! --Emily

[@netster7601]

good morning sunshine

[@UglyTruckExperience]

Good morning Alonso!

[@jeanniec9845]

😂 I'm glad you love your neighbor. I about hit the floor when he brought it home too! Good luck you two.

[@UglyTruckExperience]

Thank you Jeannie. We appreciate you watching and spreading the word. Jerry and Emily

[@gregbaker439]

Hey freinds it looks like a fun project. I’ll be watching through these projects

[@UglyTruckExperience]

Hello Greg. This one is fun. We appreciate it. Jerry and Emily

[@trentdawg2832]

The only bolt thats tight is the broken one😂😂😂😂😂 ah shit , love the mans sense of humor!!!!……he aint lyin though!!!

[@UglyTruckExperience]

I'm glad somebody gets my humor. I appreciate it Trent and will keep it coming. Thanks. Jerry

[@danmadison5087]

You better check the oil filter and drain plug. They're probably loose too. They may have used a cork as a plug.

[@UglyTruckExperience]

It's pretty impressive that they did a whole engine swap and never touched a wrench... 😂 Thanks for watching, Dan!

[@treborjm87]

Not sure about anyone else here… I’m thinking that if you find that many loose bolts, maybe looking into that SBC a little closer might be ideal. I’m hoping that the bottom end doesn’t just fall out on you. Might be faster to stuff that LS now. In the long run (since you are already going thru the motions with fuel delivery and wiring) it might not cost the same swapping over (the cost of motor mounts and your time). I am a strong SBC supporter… I also have a K10 with SBC, running LS fuel delivery and the stock fuse box in preparation for an LS. But my SBC is a known factor. Hoping for the best for your neighbor’s Squarebody experience!!! Rob

[@UglyTruckExperience]

Hey Rob. We have a little bit of the story of the engine that is in it. I think it is probably a Jasper engine from Orielly's. We will prime it again and give it a shot. I just don't have a LS that is rebuilt and ready to go into it right now so I guess we will just have some fun in the mean time. I'm hoping that everything goes good. Thanks for watching. We really appreciate it. Jerry and Emily

[@treborjm87]

Hoping I didn’t offend… love your channel! Wish I could “show” you what I’ve done with my truck. SBC IS “Officially” running with LS coils (per plug) and a Summit EFI-500 kit. The fuse box under the hood is a game changer!

[@UglyTruckExperience]

No offense for sure! We always appreciate your comments. Thanks Rob! --Emily and Jerry

[@ferminmaldonado8618]

Doing n LS swap on a 87 Blazer similar to the one you are working on and will need one of your ac brackets.

[@felixgutierrez3536]

Love the videos. Can you please explain step-by-step on how to hook up harness to the bulkhead wires coming from the firewall. Color by color on each one you need. I’m doing my first LS swap and I’m stuck on this part. Been doing research but can’t find much. At least step-by-step. Thank you 🙏🏽

[@UglyTruckExperience]

Thanks Felix! Here are links to a couple of videos that might help you out! kzbin.info/www/bejne/qIO7e3tslpt-ebc kzbin.info/www/bejne/oaWceHmAdtWXY6M

[@felixgutierrez3536]

@@UglyTruckExperience thank you! 🙏🏽

[@danmadison5087]

Even the air in his rear tire is loose.

[@3gunshooter60]

You know you can just paint that chrome starter Jerry. 😅

[@UglyTruckExperience]

I though about that. We looked around and couldn't find any orange paint.

[@ravendagrey]

OMG! With all the stuff that needs to be addressed, The LS Swap might of been faster and easier to do LOL!

[@UglyTruckExperience]

😆 Seriously! And this is just the first video! Here's a link to the rest of the series so far. kzbin.info/aero/PL3Xf8yWArPC6-_dp3SeshFwCdGIycwITm Thanks for tuning in! --Emily and Jerry

[@ravendagrey]

@UglyTruckExperience I will definitely be watching the build, I have an 84 corvette with the Crossfire injection tbi I'm swapping over to a fitech

[@nicholaslabarre9301]

It has 135,000 miles on it. Nothing wrong with it.

[@bernandoturner4840]

Big Guy” your too big to be falling on hard concrete. That could be bad..you might need A Little Break or Ask the Wife to prepare you for these type of surprises..😄

[@UglyTruckExperience]

I don't think I could have prepared him for this one! 🤣 Thanks for tuning in, Bernando! --Emily

[@bernandoturner4840]

@@UglyTruckExperience 😁

[@garrykellogg3215]

Loved the opening! LOL! I am on a electrical Halloween Nightmare. I want to wire a 'HALLS' Magnetic RPM Switch, and that switch needs to trigger 3 other devices, but I don't want the load to all happen at once, I want a delay between each device. Would a series of relays (with fuses) be sufficient in creating a delay between devices?

[@UglyTruckExperience]

Hello Garry. Even running a few of them in series, it will happen at near the speed of light with all of them and have the same effect. Is there a reason that you want them delayed or are you just wanting to avoid blowing a fuse if you have them all on same circuit? Jerry

[@garrykellogg3215]

@@UglyTruckExperience Yes, there is a reason that I want them 'Staged', and I recently discovered Delay-Off and Delay-On Relays that one can get at 5 seconds, 10 seconds, etc... The Reason I want them staged is for a series of events in the goal for better fuel economy (mainly for Highway driving). I've already installed a 'Torque-Converter LockUp' (that works really well) and now I want to use a 'HALL magnetic switch' to trigger it when it's above 2,200rpm (or 45mph), and after it's on then it will then turn the Exhaust Redirecting valve on (for free exhaust flow) and then that will trigger the 'Air-Ride Bag system' to lower my car 4 inches to reduce air drag. I have a lot to learn and figure out to get my car working the way I want it to.

[@garrykellogg3215]

HEY@@UglyTruckExperience How would you wire a battery just used to power accessories like charging your phone, or running a camera?

[@randyturner6111]

Be sure to do a video when it returns with a bad ECU…

[@UglyTruckExperience]

Hello Randy. Sounds like you have some experience with that fuel injection system. The reason we have it is from it failing a few weeks out of warranty. I have already replaced the ECU in it and am not pleased. I would like to address that in up and coming video's. I am a Holley man all the way from now on honestly. Thanks for watching. Jerry

[@randyturner6111]

@@UglyTruckExperience Yep. Went through two of them and had a lawyer make them take it back refund my entire purchase price.

[@nicholaslabarre9301]

Are you guys interested in a 5.3 LS with DOD all stock it’s been all completely freshened up. I’ll paint it up nice let me know if you are interested. Maybe we can work something out and I will send you some photos

[@UglyTruckExperience]

Hello Nicholas. Right now we have an abundance of motors here. Just bought 2 more donors this week. Thank you for thinking of us though. We appreciate it. I buy 5.3 with DOD fairly often, you shouldn't have a problem selling it. Thanks. Jerry

[@abrdds]

Would you be , could you be , my neighbor ??❤

[@UglyTruckExperience]

It's a beautiful day in the neighborhood! 🏡🏡 Thanks for tuning in, Anthony!

[@AndresGarcia-ic6xk]

Does anyone know what that orange line is going into the intake I need to know for my truck

[@UglyTruckExperience]

That is the vacuum line that comes out and runs down the side of the manifold for the power brake booster. That one was painted orange by the previous owner and is normally black. Jerry

[@randyturner6111]

Also, I have the 1987 GM wiring manual in PDF. I can email it to you if you want it.

[@UglyTruckExperience]

Thank you Randy. That would be awesome. Jerry

[@randyturner6111]

@@UglyTruckExperience email? Forgive me if I’m looking right at it lol

[@UglyTruckExperience]

Hey Randy! It's [e-mail] Thanks so much! --Emily

[@randyturner6111]

@@UglyTruckExperience Sent. It’s the entire 1987 light truck manual. You want the “R/V truck” section, which is the last section. Enjoy!

[@UglyTruckExperience]

@@randyturner6111 Awesome! Thank you!

[@andrewpate9157]

Where do you guy send LS computer for vats delete for square body swaps?

[@UglyTruckExperience]

Hey Andrew! We use LT1swap.com. Brendan has always done great work for us. --Emily

[@andrewpate9157]

Thank you so much. Love the vids and y’all are an awesome team.

[@raidenborders5289]

the air ratchet is certainly the most HORRID sound.

[@UglyTruckExperience]

No kidding! We've been shopping for cordless ratchets lately. 😁 Thanks for tuning in! --Emily and Jerry