LS Swap Steps for OBS Chevy in 11 minutes! *v6 to v8 w/ nv3500*

[@brianbuckles6266]

I found this to be one of the most helpful videos on LS swapping an OBS . No bs, straight to the point. Thank you for doing this!!!

[@newmantv5668]

You broke it down bro so I 50 year old non mechanic could decipher it. Thanks Keep the video coming

[@Idaho278]

Dude this video is beyond perfect. I’m looking to swap my 4.3 to an LS. My ‘96 looks like an old man’s truck, it’ll make a great sleeper.

[@aaron-ln2dy]

did you ls swap it?

[@Idaho278]

@@aaron-ln2dy not yet - I’ve been about 2k miles away the last couple years, that might change real soon though

[@samatics4]

@@aaron-ln2dy let the man dream

[@nixtux2003]

I was leaning toward a LS swap on my 1992 extended cab short box 5 speed (HM290) - decided on a crate pushing 290/370 with minimal modifications. Respect to your setup. Looks great. I don't regret my choice because it cost less and Ii gave me what I wanted.

[@ehabalakrawi6028]

Best clear LS swap video for sure. The most helpful video ever. Thanks

[@willsmooth45]

This man is so fcking smart holy sht i love it ….he’s literally a genius how you figured out the hummer intake that would fit

[@Pendragon69608]

Dam fam!! Expand my horizons!!! You answered a million question Marks I had in my head about ls swapping, thanks

[@thereal7930]

Ive watched a hundred of these swap info vids. You sir are built for this. Im only half way through and cant get over how good its shot and how straight to the point you are. Appreciate you.

[@kriegs6362]

Must say, awesome very informative video on obs/LS swap...answered a few questions i still had. Thank you for taking the time an effort to make this!

[@CoolCarsKJ]

Thank you, sir. Glad I could help. Hit me on instagram if you have any questions, @cool_cars_kj

[@charlieocean9785]

@@CoolCarsKJ looking it up. Thank you man. Gonna work on a 4Dr OBS Tahoe. Ls swap it when the original 350 blows

[@gerardolopez5875]

@@CoolCarsKJ @ have u done a/c on obs swapped, With 5.3 a/c compressor???

[@Trokas556]

Out of all the vids yours has been the most strait forward cant wait to ls3 swap my obs

[@Ride7s05545]

Out of the swap stuff I’ve seen for these era trucks this was definitely the most informative. Plus including all the part numbers and other miscellaneous parts needed.

[@williampittman1643]

Definitely the best Ls swap video I've seen, no bs and to the point. Thanks for this!

[@sr.486]

Great job, and an even better attitude

[@dhall4643]

Charles is the man he's tuned my vehicles and my customers vehicles since 2012!!

[@jerrenb...]

Clean set up makes me wanna find a diner truck but need to get a house first

[@claygreen4723]

I have a 91 GMC that I wanna LS swap. Never been much of a car guy but always wanted to fix up an old car. Since this one was sitting in the driveway with a bad rear main seal it's gonna be my project. Shoutout from Rock Hill!

[@tedtolentino4955]

Thanks for sharing your build. It looks and sounds very good. Did you use the same transmission from the 4.3? Any modifications needed to mate the transmission to the LS? Since you made this video about a year ago, can you give us an update on how the vehicle is doing and whether you use it as a daily driver? And since the build, is there anything you would change if you were to do it all over again. Great work! Thanks again.

[@rodneyhughey]

Man I have been Scouring the webs for information on the radiator size for my 95. Maybe I’m bad at searching, but I keep going back to your video through this whole build of mine and get some new good information every single time. Thanks for helping me, I’m feeling grateful.

[@CoolCarsKJ]

I'm glad I could help bro! Thanks for watching!

[@clarocg6248]

The radiator is from a obs C3500 heavy duty pickup truck easily found at an U pull it junkyard. Even if you don’t want a used radiator you can at least get the stock radiator mount brackets from the junkyard. But I’d just look for a 1995 Chevy C3500 radiator to buy a new one.

[@aircooled0801]

Awesome video! Thank you for sharing! About to tackle an LS swap in my 72 Burb, so extremely helpful!

[@CoolCarsKJ]

Thanks for watching. I'm glad I could be of help.

[@reginaldchilds7457]

Charles Barbor is an amazing runner. I had him do my 2001 ls10! I just got a 97 z71 thinking on doing a ls swap. It’s a love and hate relationship throughout the entire swap lol!!

[@pandawillymofo6518]

I love how u made the engine bay look clean looks stock

[@CoolCarsKJ]

yup, tried to keep it nice and clean. just an old work truck ready to tackle any job, lol.

[@Joetemalet0]

Literally what I’m looking for same year and everything

[@TheBBodyBuilder]

Nice work! You came up with some clean innovative solutions.

[@erikrobles5727]

I quess one of the benefits of living out in the sticks is you don’t have to worry about emissions but I’d definitely need A/C

[@CalandMike]

Dude. You are a life saver. What a bang up job on the swap!

[@haroldlm64]

Man, I'm glad this came up. I will have to go back and watch some more. 👍🏽

[@fatman7992]

Great video bro, took your time giving the game! I appreciate it my guy!

[@tpang85]

Dude you did a clean job on that swap!

[@BonnevilleSlugger]

Awesome video. I just bought a ‘98 with a 4.3, so that’s nice to know about the motor mounts. Also, I love your whole radiator solution. Factory parts FTW!

[@mrclean146]

Second time watching. I'm so obsessed with ls swap. Can't wait to do it.

[@MrGriffin23]

Great clean job on the swap! I just completed my 2nd swap as well on a 71 Chevelle (now in paint and body) as well. Since I’ve just been finishing small jobs on my first swap. Nice work! I subscribed and tuned in.🤙🏾

[@CoolCarsKJ]

Thank you for watching and supporting!

[@nolove332245]

The attention to detail! Nice clean install!!! About to start my 93 and didnt even think about some stuff u pointed out. Thanks!

[@CoolCarsKJ]

Thanks bro! I appreciate that!

[@beardsngears4854]

Dam i got a 88 4.3 5speed that i want to ls swap so perfect video for me! Thank bro i got alot of info from this! 👍👍🔥🔥

[@CoolCarsKJ]

Im glad i could help broski. Jump right in!! Good luck!

[@williemelton7544]

Hey bro you did a nice job on that tutorial of a Ls swap that was fire 🔥

[@accord847]

Great video and nice to see ur showing all the parts needed to help ur subscribers 👍💪keep up the good work

[@CoolCarsKJ]

I appreciate that!

[@bigphill4838]

Appreciate you bro! I like the content and attitude and very informative. Planning on swapping a 4.3 NBS Silverado to a 6.0. I know it’s a different body styles but concept and parts needed are the same!

[@gasratzcustoms]

This is badass! looks awesome and keep up the good work

[@chrismartin500]

Great video. Giving me confidence to tackle this

[@smithric1213]

Man this definitely built my confidence, I just rebuilt the engine, having my 4l60e rebuilt. Like I mention on Facebook I had a V6 and had to do the same thing you did. Those bolts are hell to get to, but I got V8 clam installed now. I'm not using stock harness tho. I'm going with Holley Terminator X Mac and there 12.3 screen. I'm a customize my dash where it look stock....sorta Thanks KJ

[@CoolCarsKJ]

You can do it bro! Finish the drill!!

[@smithric1213]

@@CoolCarsKJ what year for radiator

[@CoolCarsKJ]

@@smithric1213 any 88-98 with a 34" radiator . But any truck with the 454 7.4 litre has the 2 row radiator

[@smithric1213]

@@CoolCarsKJ thanks

[@blakelong1127]

In the process of ls swapping my 92 obs can’t wait to get it back on the road!

[@CoolCarsKJ]

Finish strong bro!!!

[@blakelong1127]

Cool Cars KJ doing a 6.0/4l80e swap with a stage 4 btr cam. Should be a fun truck!

[@JoseCruz-qf6ui]

@@blakelong1127 How did it go? Did you rebuild the bottom end or just threw in the cam?

[@g.rgames7583]

Awesome video. Keep up the good work. I'm swapping in a 5.3 in place of a 4.3v6 right now

[@CoolCarsKJ]

It will be a hell of an upgrade bro!

[@mplscycleco]

This is great! My daughter and I just picked up a 1990 K1500HD that is in really nice shape. NV4500 5 speed. 6 lug axles etc. The truck is REALLY solid. That being said? The 350TBI is a dog 😂. I’ve been kicking around the idea of a LS swap or building the SB- Vortec Heads / cam etc. Thanks for posting this one!

[@k.lamareyev4418]

Hahaha I built a cammed 357 vortec 8mos ago with manual transmission and just bought a 6.0 yesterday. Gonna swap her out in spring. Cost less than 3k to build a 400hp engine but if you ask me I'd say go the ls route.unless you doing a blower or turbo charging it or have a drive by cable go carburetor. It'll save you some headache and possibly some $$.

[@cantducknoslug]

@@k.lamareyev4418how much power did it make with heads and cam??

[@k.lamareyev4418]

@@cantducknoslug 390hp at the crank. Cam is a 230/236 duration 4.90/4.90 lift.

[@BattleOfBowties]

Great job, where do you want me to drop my truck off to you lol.

[@CoolCarsKJ]

LOL!

[@muchacho9224]

Bro, you can use an oem OBS pedal for dbw. Aps130 out of OBS diesel.

[@hectorortiz91]

Ahora si va quemar bro 👍👍👍

[@joeyalfaro2323]

First step to smooth swap is learn screen shot on your phone. Helps with part numbers, serpentine set ups, pullys, brackets and what ever really.

[@CoolCarsKJ]

Facts.

[@zoza5801]

Kj love ur videos I’m in the middle of doing my 95 Silverado it’s just a process.

[@CoolCarsKJ]

You can do it bro!!! See it through. What steps do you have left? 95s are the "bastard" year.

[@focused313]

Now that's how you get straight to it. If we are too lazy or unable to get it going after this, that's on us.

[@Ortegamobboss23]

U a handy ass dude! Good job bro!💯

[@struckync]

very nice. i got a 93 step side getting ready to swap.

[@hunterlawson8186]

Do you know the part numbers for those fittings at the filter and return?

[@CoolCarsKJ]

www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000CPAS6E/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1 This comes out the fuel filter

[@CoolCarsKJ]

www.ebay.com/itm/Earls-9894DBHERL-Earls-6-AN-Male-to-14mm-x-1-50-Female/283757805371?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 This for the line above the fuel filter

[@aaronyoung7242]

I dig it bro. I have a 98 c1500, regular cab long bed with a 4.3l and 5 speed manual trans. I want to do the same thing so thanks for the video. Bow tie till I die Chevrolet all day!

[@ryansnyder2512]

What pedal are you using and where did you get the bracket

[@CoolCarsKJ]

Using the pedal that came with the engine. Used an adapter from this guy: i got it from this dude: facebook.com/paul.seeman.5

[@CrazyWoody1989]

I'm ready to do this to my 94 c1500. The old 350 has 250,000 miles and never ending issues with the old TBI system

[@CoolCarsKJ]

You can do it!!! Go ahead and take the leap! Join the LS Swap 88-98 page on facebook. Plenty info there!

[@CrazyWoody1989]

@@CoolCarsKJ I need to do that! I gotta source a motor, kinda have to hunt for deals around here locally because there's not any good "u-pick" yards close, but it's definitely on my list of to-do's haha

[@AbstractDreamz]

8:55 SAY WHAT!!!! Unacceptable!

[@JustTruckin]

Awesome Vid bud I have a 1997 4.3 NV3500 looking for a 5.3 and doing the same I live right here in Simpsonville SC too

[@enriquesolis8238]

16 people drive fords.

[@CoolCarsKJ]

😄😄😄😄😄😄😄

[@dariusboykin750]

27 😂

[@cheekibreeki8727]

28 👀

[@907boomer3]

Great summary and nice truck. Well done!

[@tylerschmelzer1565]

Thumbs up for keeping it 5 speed! Clean swap bud.

[@CoolCarsKJ]

Preciate that bro!

[@adventuresiwork3563]

I know Charles barber. Great guy. I like watsons.

[@nathanstephenson7245]

GOOD STUFF ! Your video is well composed VERY informative ! Straight forward ! I have a 92 GMC 1500 , 4.3 NV3500. I have been wanting to do this ! THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!!!!

[@chaingun87]

Do not use the luk 4-201 on your swap. It will hit the shift fork

[@chaingun87]

Stock setup from a 99-06 4.8 will work better

[@brockavich8500]

Good video bro. Good to look at if anyone wants an idea on doing a swap like that. Learned some new techniques for when I finally do an OBS swap.

[@CoolCarsKJ]

Im glad it could help bro! Thanks for watching!

[@brockavich8500]

Cool Cars KJ if you haven’t checked out LT1 swap.com before there’s tons of info on there. That’s where I learned to do a stand alone harness when I helped swap a 4.8 into my dad’s 81 c10.

[@CoolCarsKJ]

I've checked it out a few times. Damn good site!

[@penelopethewolfhybrid940]

Clean af, I got a 95 ECSB with a 5 speed and I been wanting to keep my trans and not get a new one first video I found with a manual 5.3 they usually just go 4l80 which I have a couple of them sitting around but didn’t want to go that route I have a K2500 with the vortec 454 and it’s my auto baby.

[@CoolCarsKJ]

yessir! thats gonna be a nice swap if you do it!

[@penelopethewolfhybrid940]

Cool Cars KJ I’ll definitely post a video once everything is together

[@nathanostler5206]

Very clean job great job explaining how you did the swap

[@Rusted_dreams710]

Hellyea man i eventually wanna LS swap my 96 obs dually an my 89 square body Chevy dually 💪🏻🤙🏻😎

[@glockky1]

Awesome build man. Great explanation also.

[@hcolin4165]

Looks like it came with it...Great content Brathaaa........Shade tree mechanic expert 101!!

[@CoolCarsKJ]

That impala in your profile pic tho!!!

[@hcolin4165]

@@CoolCarsKJ Oh Ya, implala SS brathaa!!

[@kevinshaw3979]

Nice job on the truck and video man, looking to do my 94 gmc short box 2wd also with a 6.0 l LS from a v-6

[@jefferyknudsen4028]

How is your project coming?

[@HEYBERT1984]

Thx for the vid good info in the vidja. My first ls swap was a ls3 480 in my 1970 impala rag top its on my channel , dont have many vids as i dont really know how to make vids.Used the th400 and glad i did the swap and thx again.

[@CoolCarsKJ]

I will check it out.thanks for watching!

[@danielmacias7630]

My man I got an 89 c 1500 that I am planning on doing this on . Thank you !

[@carlosgavino6874]

I'm getting closer to doing this swap and I gotta say thanks so much for breaking this down your swap looks good thanks man

[@MooseMountain]

Nice build man. That thing is clean and well though out!

[@1kaddo]

This was a great video, very informative and to the point. Nice job!

[@transamfreak78]

Nice, clean, and stock looking, I like it.

[@CoolCarsKJ]

Just an old work truck!!

[@back40projectprogress65]

Great detail, amazingly well done video

[@poppaT686]

I love this build very clean and put together

[@kellyjung283]

Awesome vid thank you for putting out great content. Very helpful for first time swapers. I just got my 1960 Chevy Truck 4.8 swapped.

[@chrisgardner1431]

Awesome job. Would like to LS swap my 93 but scared I’ll grenade the nv3500 with 330k on it. Keep up the hard work

[@sicsam223]

It'll hold up.

[@samuelbrown7108]

Bro that look good man!

[@kriztee4159]

I need to LS swap my 94 Camaro for this spring! 💯💯💯

[@nonameisthename138]

You have basically described my truck🤷‍♂️👍

[@dracoLoomis_223]

Thank you for having made this. This is super helpful man🙌 much love keep making vids man

[@sbirddesmo]

Nice job man. I was given a wrecked 05 Silverado 1500 and it's got me thinking about putting that 5.3 into my '93 K2500. It would be a big power difference and that old 350 is pretty tired.

[@sbirddesmo]

So it turns out that Silverado has the all aluminum L33 in it. I've got to swap it now.

[@se9252]

i just bought a ext cab with a 4.3 and the nv3500. I hope to do this swap soon.

[@se9252]

So i blew up the 4.3. I have been trying to v8 swap it with a tbi. Unfortunately i have purchased two cracked motors. Because of all of this trouble i think it is time to just commit to the ls swap. So, thank you for making this video.

[@DjCBlaq]

Good stuff bro. Always. Can’t wait to get to my impala.

[@ensormartinez]

That’s a very clean engine swap. I saved the video for ideas. 👍🏼

[@CoolCarsKJ]

Thanks for the compliment bro! I hope it helps you out. Check out some other videos for good OBS LS swap info

[@REIMAGINEDRESTOMODS]

Nice work, bro!!

[@LJimenez0185]

Please make a series of videos on the next swap! Nice video!

[@CoolCarsKJ]

I plan to bro!! Thanks for watching!

[@zeke272]

I have a 92 c1500 with a 5.0 and I’m wanting to LS swap it but honestly I’m afraid that when I start I’m going to run into more then I can handle. I’m a diesel mechanic for the military so I know a good bit about it but not everything and it would be my first gas engine swap. One day I might just say f*** it and do it. Getting compatible parts and the harness would be the hardest part for me.

[@CoolCarsKJ]

You can use current performance and have them do a plug and play. You send them the 2 harnesses and they'll merge them together for a plug and play.

[@wesleytimmerman4600]

I belive I bought a black truck bed from you the truck it went on I’m getting ready to do the same too

[@CoolCarsKJ]

Good stuff, if so! Hope your build is working out!

[@santakhalifa4321]

Dang bro nice setup u got a new subscriber down from south Texas

[@CoolCarsKJ]

preciate it bro!

[@RamrodReviews]

Awesome video, a LOT of questions I had answered

[@CoolCarsKJ]

I'm glad it was helpful bro!

[@RamrodReviews]

@@CoolCarsKJ subscribed for more knowledge, thanks for making these vids brother

[@CoolCarsKJ]

@@RamrodReviews I got a video showing how do run fuel lines with AN fittings. You'll love that one. Very detailed!

[@bigeizsupportgroup1427]

Have great week

[@Mhenson707]

Thanks this was super helpful ! Can’t wait to pull out my V6 and mount a ls to the NV 3500

[@GoodForYou4504]

Thank you. Well done video. Truck sounds fantastic!! 👍

[@mannyricketson4517]

That was cool im getting ready to ls my 1989 gmc jimmy

[@jeffrussell8710]

Well done my man! I would love to drop a ls v8 in my v6 silverado,unfortunately I'm not as good with a wrench as yourself. Props dude!

[@vincebermudez869]

Thank you, I really enjoyed your video.

[@dacbmf]

Nice and informative content. Thanks for taking the time

[@CoolCarsKJ]

Thanks for watching!

[@chadrogers68]

Great job man. Looks clean, going to be a fun ride.

[@CoolCarsKJ]

I appreciate that! It is definitely a fun little work truck. That cam turns heads when i crank it up, lol.