Ls v8 jetski part 16 first ride

[@michaelhayduk2904]

The gears and the exhaust is a symphony of awesomeness. You freaking nailed it boys great job.

[@cpcassone]

I just want everyone to understand that THIS IS JUST THE BEGINNING! That set up right there has so much room to grow. This is an awesome foundation for many awesome videos to come! Keep in mind this was just a test run. This thing hasn’t even had a chance to be tuned. Just imagine when this baby gets some power adders and some tuning, and maybe some impeller/jet pump/nozzle work.

[@aarondamron3409]

Yeah, if this is the proof of concept, imagine what can be done with a new sponsorship by Texas Speed in combination with new impeller/jet system… 🤯

[@josealbertoortega5756]

The fact that he did this in his garage, absolutely amazing.

[@CH-qy5sn]

As opposed to his kitchen or bathroom?

[@kee1810]

@@CH-qy5sn non boat dude comment right here^^

[@SCFPV]

The fact that you got an LS to fit in a freaking jet ski! Mind explosion!

[@stevemcinnis4794]

Best sounding jet ski ever.

[@ssoffshore5111]

There will likely be oil starvation issues with this as constructed without a dry sump system. Trust me, I know from road racing LS engines... Install a Accusump at a minimum to save the engine when it sees those brief starvation moments (and it will). Also, I would highly suggest wrapping the exhaust system if you're going to run it as it sits. It will possibly save you from melting glass (or worse) later. I quickly watched the exhaust builds and it didn't look like you ran a wet system down stream of the wet manifolds. Might be wise to run even small water lines into the exhaust to cool it.

[@jagtan13]

He may be able to get away with an oil accumulator.

[@ssoffshore5111]

@@jagtan13 If he cares about the engine, he should absolutely put one in if he's not going to spend the money on a dry sump system. They work... As configured, that existing system will starve the engine pretty quick in a jet sky!

[@ChargedTTq]

Uh, except the sump rotates in the same direction as the G-Loading.... 🙄 Otherwise you'd get ripped right off the machine...

[@NVMDSTEvil]

kind of suprised he didnt just go dry sump

[@trevordavis4728]

I can only imagine what it would feel like being 100lbs lighter with an aluminum block, and a big camshaft

[@tylergarrison9230]

I thought the same thing, Nelson racing engines makes a 260ci ls for small race boats that would be perfect lol!

[@user-yq6ov6ow7l]

@@tylergarrison9230 all ls’s are the same physical size. A 4.3L ls would be heavier than a 7L. 7L just has more material removed from the block.

[@tylergarrison9230]

@@user-yq6ov6ow7l watch NREs video on the 260ci and argue with the pros building 3000hp big blocks…….

[@user-yq6ov6ow7l]

@@tylergarrison9230 big blocks are bigger than the LS. They are literally called big blocks. I’m not arguing at all. I’m stating facts, and your suggestion is based off the fact you think a smaller displacement LS is physically smaller and lighter, but it is not.

[@v8vince761]

I feel like the iron block does it justice for weight control so that you don't fly

[@gawnjah8447]

Nicely done, that thing has some power and sounds incredible. Way better than other v8 skis on youtube

[@Wolf9326]

I’ve never said “holy shit” out loud while watching a video, but when you started that thing up, i couldn’t hold it back! That thing is so fucking cool! That gearbox and exhaust is just perfect😍

[@Mad.Man.Marine]

This is so funny. I said the exact same thing!! Awesome

[@Jacobskibros]

Not bad for a 4.8 truck motor with an intake manifold. Imagine what it will do with 600 hp!

[@camerontrail7281]

probably just cavitate

[@fredsesula9787]

The max rpm will determine the final speed. With 600hp it will accelerate faster but still top out the same

[@rickems8863]

Can't believe it floats lol jkjk. Lol This whole project is going way smooth.👏 How fast is Josh willing to go on this thing , it looked like it'd kept on keepin on to scary speeds. BANGER of a video Brothers. So stoked seeing this thing hit the water . It's only just beginning.

[@Jacobskibros]

@@rickems8863 It really went well. The starting point we have is really good considering we have the most bottom of the barrel LS right now. The gear ratio I think is perfect. The off the shelf pumps and impellers should work really good. We were not overpowering the pump at all. Lots of gains to be made with just tinkering.

[@jamestakemura6772]

This is how all videos need to be produced!!!! NO BULLSHIT RIGHT TO THE ACTION!! Huge props!!💚💚💚💚and safe travels bro!!! 🌬💨💚🌬💨💚🌬💨💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚

[@kennyschopperz]

"He did it. The crazy SOB, he did it!"

[@jesushinojo444]

Independence day?

[@paulstanford3063]

Im not so much into jet skis but this build has inspired me . It looks fast and has so much potential, nitrous or maybe a turbo. Nice work .

[@bmxbarron]

You have the power to quite literally not ever overload the pump, repitch that thing to the absurd amount and watch the speed increase drastically

[@LowKeyIdiots]

ehh depends, i havent watched the full series so idk if they did anything to it or if its a stock ls2 if it is its only pushing 380 ish maybe 410 to the pump, now add a cam, e85 and it would be insane or ya know send it and strap a lsa to it.....

[@corwininadsm]

Seems worth dataloggging it and seeing where the rpm's are. Great job getting this together as soon as you did!

[@ststele]

So awesome to see this come together! I am most impressed with that gearbox and the sweet sound that it makes. Amaazzing

[@generalsixty2133]

That rotational mass spinning around in a small hull must be an interesting ride.

[@ericmszyco5369]

Id say its there . i feel it on my stand up ski.

[@brianthomas3354]

Awesome job! I can’t believe the sound and smoothness of that ski! You guys must be so happy how this project turned out. Thank you for getting this out and showing it can be done. Excellent work 👍

[@dillee9988]

That is amazing, I am seriously impressed. It handles much much better than I anticipated. It's fast enough. Congratulations! it's a winner in my eyes.

[@cruznfl340]

When you see a dude wearing a helmet on a jetski, you know shits about to get real🙌

[@ThatFloridaMan7]

But it didn’t :(

[@nsboost]

Incredible. To have a shake down go that well on a build like that is impressive. Well done man 🤙🤙

[@thebestremy1513]

I'm amazed that you guys not only successfully stuffed an LS in a jet ski, but made a running, driving LS powered jet ski sleeper.

[@camyota]

The "SHO" decals are absolutely hilarious to me now! 😂😂😂 yamaha: "super high output!" Jetski Bro's: "psssh, step aside, amateur"

[@enigma9789]

uhh what? an SHO ski will destroy this slow thing.

[@stevejohnson8703]

Awesome, handles better than I thought it would. Gear whine isn't any worse than turbo. Like the way it looks stock, other than exhaust exit. Killer job. Hell Yes.

[@rickboretirementplan]

I think you pulled off what no other KZbinr has done, a nice running V8 jetski. All the others look heavy and slow yours Rocks, great job.

[@lrob2088]

That is unreal, awesome build, fantastic skill and knowledge to accomplish this. That jetski will never be beaten on noise, it sounds epic. Keep the videos coming

[@hv9356]

I feel like that engine will last for 30 years. The sound is so cool. It's like a Vette pulling up next to you.

[@Gmoney_72]

Congratulations on getting this one to the water successfully. If you have to have a sit down ski,, it should sound as good as that one does.

[@tattoojunk666]

Congrats...ive been a long time follower..and this is one of the best jetski projects on the internet...

[@mitchellstepan7215]

Well josh all I can say is well done. For something to run that smooth on the first test ride says something about the work you put into it. Along with the help from jacob and Joel! Great work fellas it came out awesome!!

[@RaceMentally]

I was wanting to make a crazy ski like this with a turbo set up. Then this guy drops an Ls in it. Fml genius!

[@JetSkiBuyFixPlaySellChannel]

"I think the initial shakedown is going much better than a clapped out 550." 😂😂😂

[@brokeboymotorsports5674]

That one felt a little personal.

[@sr2Xvet]

😮 that thing is sick. floats way better then I thought. That gear box with ppg straight cut gears was the ticket for sure. Hey you should pull you’re log and take a look sounds off Maybe down a hole toward the end of the ride.

[@atvrepairsandmore2482]

Definitely the best sounding jetski out there

[@senecaiii2009]

I've been watching this since the very first vid. It's so great to see all of your hard work come to life. Congratulations. What an achievement. 👍🇦🇺

[@B.Cote39]

great job man , all those hours of fabricating ..makes it all worth it!!!! LOVE IT !

[@johnmiller4553]

THATS SICK !!!!!!!! IM SURPRISED THAT NO ONE HAS DONE THAT OUT HERE IN LAKE HAVASU AZ. 🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙

[@adamthomas4638]

Idk how this doesn't have half a million views already how dope the weird part is it sounds like a bike Harley Davidson in the water you guy's killed it is there others that have done this

[@corwininadsm]

also might be worth putting a go pro in the boat and seeing what smokes.

[@cwatson42785]

I'm way behind on this series and I feel with doing such a badass project I owe it to you guys to watch each video. Very cool stuff jetski bros

[@davidwright2706]

I'll bet the holeshot on that thing is insane. Whine from the gearbox sounds like a supercharger.

[@pigdog271]

Looks like a gutless wonder

[@vdrivevideo]

Pretty cool guys! I would think you would need to over drive the impeller using your gear box and maybe switch to a more aggressive impeller. The power and torque is so much more now and needs to be harnessed! It should be crazy fast when you get her dialed in! Great job!

[@woodcutter7347]

I'm just impressed his hat stayed on his head bill forward. 🤙

[@coreymason7320]

Never understood how people do this. I see it alot with sport bikes too...crazy.

[@ARShirk]

Awesome project! Glad to see it completed. And a confession; when I saw the first thumbnail and video I swore it was click bait and would get shelved at some point but it never did. I was wrong and love it! Such a good job in making it happen on a reasonable timeline and never over promising or under delivering! 😁 Thanks and keep doing interesting projects. Also it'd be interesting to see a cost and time breakdown if you don't mind sharing. PS, if you'd install an x-pipe in front of the muffers you might get better exhaust sound.

[@hunterbartley7027]

Awesome dude great job so far im in the process of swaping a r1 engine in a stand up js550 just watching the progress on yours is giving me the motivation to finish mine lol

[@AboxofMonsters]

You should get one of them plastic balls that has a bracket and it will explode if there is a fire and put it out. I have several in a room I store lipo batteries in. They are $35. That’s a must have being one of a kind .

[@Mad.Man.Marine]

You guys did a bang up job man!!! The best part is the potential the engine/ski combo has. Both the engine and ski have lots of aftermarket support, so I say. To the moon boys. To the moon!!!!!!

[@andrewapel5401]

I’m so happy this is going viral!! You crazy guys deserve it and I can’t wait to see where this series goes!

[@nikdipetta]

This is bananas! Found your channel convincing me to ditch the 951 DI and now here we are...

[@AboxofMonsters]

Imagine how fast it would go if you tried something more slippery like gear oil instead of gravel and sand 🥳👆

[@Whatnissan]

This is the first done right example of a v8 jetski I have seen ! Great job guys like no shit !! Can’t wait to see it when it’s dialed and what too speed numbers you get !

[@zaquedavis3391]

"I don't plan on going that fast today" Goes mach 3

[@gonein60ms]

Love the sound and acceleration - very smooth transition. Looks effortless!

[@LSxChevelle]

Hope to catch it out on the water in person sometime. Great job guys!

[@FrostE941]

You guys rock! I've had this idea in my head for years and everyone told me it was impossible.. let the haters hate boys, congrats!

[@johnnym7904]

Excellent work guys! And i never thought it would sink

[@jacquespoirier9071]

the engine setup is very well done, very compact but the jet ski seems to feel heavy in tight manoeuvers, the weight increase is in the 300 lbs order, not neglectng for such a small craft. it is a very nice work of design and fabrication.. probably that the fine tuning will need a bit of hydrodynamics to offset the weight increase and height increase of the gravity genter but it is fun to do.

[@dustinpaysour6381]

Love that V8 sound on the water👍🏻, I would also like to hear what a V6 would sound like in one. No replacement for displacement! That thing is sick🤙🏼 I just subscribed to your channel because of this video. Cannot wait to see upcoming content. Stay safe and have a great day!

[@chrismerryman9745]

Awesome!! You have it set up perfectly it seems.. now just start playing with props and ride plates to figure out what you like for your wave ripping style

[@bobthedude9322]

Congratulations on getting the thing in the water! Many KZbin builds fizzle out before completion

[@brandonhorvath2570]

Things bad ass was expecting it to sound a little different though.

[@thechort4212]

Can't wait to see what you can accomplish through tinkering with the gearbox and gearing. The v8 I assume has way more torques than stock but the rpms I doubt are there. I bet the ls could handle a higher gear ratio for more thrust and quicker starts

[@TheReinoPaasonen]

Welldone ! I was hoping better performance, but as an first ride, impressive.

[@rogerbrewster8]

Awesome. You guys are Jet ski masters Ive got 2 2004 GP1300rs Id love for yall to work your magic on

[@MrGuitarguyadam]

The boss hoss of jet-skis right here!

[@josealbertoortega5756]

So proud of you! Fine tuning and you will have a beast

[@racerx2084]

Well you guys fooled me. As I was hoping it would actually fit an work just to be the most obnoxious thing out thier I had some doubts about the running aspect. You guys hit the nail in the head. Seems to take off a decent and doesn’t seem to cavitate. Looking forward for more content. Good job guys. Definitely give your self a pat on the back.

[@brapperdan]

Awesome build. I’m curious if the extra torque translates on a pwc. Does it feel more Torquey or no?

[@ReidHenderson]

This thing is hella awesome just hope you added extra fuel capacity are you will be refueling a whole bunch!

[@MikeZ32TT]

I could not hear the rocks in the gear box. I guess they got crushed and mixed with the bit of oil you added later on . Nice combo.

[@benkarel5269]

The sound it makes is absolutely beautiful

[@captslick5557]

oh by the way youre water craft is far the best i have seen yet you cant even tell what you have done so dam impressive ...this thing needs to go a special boat show ... ill bet you could make a killing selling the gear box kit for conversions ... you better get a patent on all that stuff ill bet it will be a big seller

[@motorman9]

This is what I like to see pop up!

[@baxterscientific]

I hope you put a baffle in that oilpan. You are going to have oil starvation issues with the g's that is experiencing and will have to replace big end bearings.

[@nicolasbergen6938]

This thing is awesome and it’s just the beginning!

[@duprade]

Zapata Racing made the MZR V8, which was a V8 Jetski over 10 years ago.

[@GrinDiesel1969]

Bruh, you LS swapped a Waverunner!!! Freaking Sweet! 👍🏻🏁🏁

[@ethanmoore3360]

Super excited for this. I've been following from the beginning. Sounds big, mean and heavy.

[@jeraldobermudez6216]

Hell yea bro. I’m so freaking happy for you guys love watching ur channel learned a lot working on jet skis ... love ur channel keep it up. F the haters

[@squid5651803]

Congratulations from Alabama! I'm stoked! Sounds Amazing, Close your eyes it sounds like a Ski Nautique

[@Boatingtube]

that sound track is amazing 🔊❤🚤

[@hydrostream76]

great job guys ! Best V8 Conversion i've seen to date

[@akillynch4399]

Well do my brother looks like it's working good and it songs great

[@foreverendeavors6210]

Needs some Flowmaster 40 series and a dumpster fire cam so when you fire it up all heads turn like wuuuu.

[@racer193wr]

So next should come a tune and a cam and depending an which cam you should be able to get at least 425 out the thing.. I think I would find an aluminum block 5.3 just to save the weight. This thing has huge potential. Do you know if it gets hot at all are the manifolds working as designed?

[@rhyswilliams695]

Nice work lads. Sounds like a beast on the water.

[@roboanrodriguez481]

I think do to the available space a procharger would work best for it great job guys sounds like a beast and you may want to wrap the exhaust just to be safe

[@rayzor285]

That thing definitely sounds like it badly needs a tune but over all that thing is badass

[@kirklaplace5013]

Great get er done attitudes, this is what makes America great. Did you baffle the exhaust pipes to prevent water back flow?

[@gerardorjerrybeaudoin7847]

I’m disappointed. I thought it would be much faster. Sounds like it’s holding back. Although, I’m very impressed with the build. Outstanding job. Believe me I’m not being a hater. Good job. Like I said I’m very impressed with the overall job. Kickass!!!!!

[@BTR2018]

Just rad to see it run🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@fatdaddy6512]

Love the conversion boys I thought you did a real good job nice fabrication always remember safety third

[@reneekrueger962]

This thing is absolutely amazing, great job on the build.

[@justinh1478]

Ohhhhhh, I love it when a plan comes together. Wicked output here JSB!!! This project is just starting and already has an incredible hole shot. :O I cant wait to see where this goes for ya.

[@bryanrussell6679]

That thing sounds pretty badass.

[@justinsnyder6256]

Yall got it going! Awsome achievement.

[@criticalmass4592]

Good work gentlemen! Well done!

[@460spectra]

Awesome machine , 2 things , blueprint pump and better run a bilge pump blower or you might go boom on start up lol

[@tristancarver8777]

Yes!!! Mild build on the sauce. Need a high flowing exhaust system.

[@loganobrien3525]

You hear the v8 a lot less then I thought

[@danr9584]

Hard to hear over the straight cut gears lol. Sounds like a supercharger.

[@loganobrien3525]

@@danr9584 i know i was expecting more rumble just sounds like a damn jet engine