Installing a Drop Kit on a Chevy 454 SS MuscleTrux Wars Part 5 - Trucks! S10, E13

[@justinbeamon6624]

"This is a suburban with many hard miles used as a work truck" - shows probably the cleanest 97 suburban to exist.

[@blainemeyer]

justin beamon that's literally the same thought I had.

[@contentlocked99]

The guys job was at an office 15 miles away lol.

[@dre04mach]

Yes, but keep in mind, it gained 21hp and 53 torques... to a blisterin 214hp and 308tq out of a 383... lol.

[@stevenanthony7134]

This episode aired in 2005

[@RyanBenbow]

​@dre04mach the383 made more then what you said my 383. Makes 456 hp you fool

[@randomperson8695]

I had a friend who had the SS back in the day and the one thing he said about it that made me laugh and I always remembered was when he said- that thing could pass anything on the road except a gas station.

[@supfoo9221]

Oh look a shell gas station there lol

[@SGTJDerek]

3 things hurt that 454. Induction, low compression and the 400th. Well, maybe 4 things if you add in the exhaust. All relatively easy fixes. You've still got a 454.

[@derakbell8143]

I see on his face at the end of the vid when they started it the 2nd time, he was like yea we did something wrong lol

[@missingremote4388]

More of a look like; *'its new - Don't rev it man!"*

[@dtotheponcharo]

Pause it at 17:50 check out the dyno sheet something was def wrong if thats really a stroked 350

[@matthewmajcher7180]

@@dtotheponcharo For all that time and money, this is a fucking scam for another 20 hp and a shitty looking dyno sheet.

[@matos_x_]

I think they dynoed the stock 350 in second gear and then dynoed the 383 in third. If you look at the bottom of the dyno sheet you can see the difference in max speed. Dynoing in a higher gear can make it seem like theres more power when in reality it has something to due with the ratio of that gear and load on the engine/dyno. So it just makes the 383 swap look more amazing than it really is.

[@stevenallen6245]

They didn't even prime the oil pump before starting it either lol!!!!

[@aldocruz7636]

No quema cuhh😂

[@Sdpartscenter]

Thanks for the shout out! Great job covering the whole removal/install process.

[@DUNEATV]

Ford and Chevy will never out due these beautiful body styles...

[@chrishansen7004]

You can't due to safety, and mileage reasons sadly

[@DUNEATV]

Chris Hansen Very true

[@neooverby3750]

that's why I'm holding on to my 96 bronco, no new truck can give me the smile this truck gives me

[@Rich77UK]

God Damn that 454 is nice. I want One! Plus a second gen F150 Lightning... Plus a GMC Syclone. Probably need to rob a bank too... 😊

[@dado8117]

What was the name of that manual from scoggin Dickey?

[@philtripe]

great idea! we just need a fast truck to rob the bank with...which neither of us have so only the rich get richer

[@AZZxNN]

this chevy ss looks beatiful

[@bilbobaggins4710]

I want one

[@jstdrv]

It stood the test of time very well! Rubbish interior though

[@eb972]

The Bilstein shocks although super old were probably still better than the drop shocks.

[@bobfalfa76]

Drop shocks actually ride quite well

[@bobbybeyer2127]

@@bobfalfa76 It's almost always better to use a stock length shock and shock extenders. More travel that way.

[@bobfalfa76]

@@bobbybeyer2127 The best way is by simply measuring and finding a factory shock that fits your needs, without extensions. Extensions generally aren't used, especially if it's low enough where they still bind a factory shock, plus they snag speed bumps hard. On a baby drop like this you wouldn't need them anyway.

[@hudsonauto13]

Im a big fan of nitro drop 2. They ride exelent

[@josephvasquez3976]

E B no way those shock are legit I have them on my new ram work good

[@BigEightiesNewWave]

The Lightning looks better than modern trucks😍

[@BigEightiesNewWave]

@@bigboreracing356 The new Chevy front end looks like a retard designed it.

[@-insanity3631]

They should've put the newer lighting wheels on it 🤦‍♂️

[@davidkepley9634]

Test drove a SS at Woodall Chevrolet in Danville, VA, thought it was very lazy for a BB engine, got a SB Sport in black with similar red trim, was as strong and better economy, still have the Sport today

[@kluna1000]

Don't forget to wear safety glasses on when under a vehicle. Don't want dirt, metal or a piece of rust getting in your eyes.

[@cuhyotepowered1201]

Johnny Hammer ok boomer

[@c.siikz_]

Erick Highland nah just let his dumbass learn

[@Sluna773]

Yup! I was just changing my o2 sensors (simple right?)and the debri that kept falling into my eyes was a MFer. Def using them next time.

[@kenjohnson9498]

Another good choice for wheels are 90s Corvette directional 17'' wheels. add to them ZR1 rectangular tail lights in the rollpan and weld up the vertical lights

[@chriztopferpearson2960]

Hands down one of the most beautiful trucks (both) ever created.!! But that 454, pay top dollar for that.

[@GySgt_USMC_Ret.]

Great video! Reminds me of my super clean black 89 Silverado. Edlebrock Jet Hot ceramic tri-y headers, 2"/2" drop, American Racing Torq Thrust I I, stainless cat-back. Another one that I should have kept.

[@johnbehneman1546]

I LOVE IT!!!! OBS RENNISANCE!!!!! THANKS FOR SHARING!!!! I LEARNED SO MUCH!!!!

[@956TRUKZ]

That super sport is beautiful!!!

[@ninobrown5524]

Let's beat the freshly powder coated parts on with a steel hammer lol nice

[@AKGirthQuake]

@@bigboreracing356 What's your deal ? I see you telling people to stfu all over the place lol

[@joshturner5904]

@@bigboreracing356 oh you're so fucking tough, probably drive a Prius ya keyboard warrior bitch.

[@eizzle78]

STREET RACER so beating somebody with a bat is positive? I bet you’re just a treat to hang out with...

[@bobfalfa76]

@@bigboreracing356 Riding your Power Wheels Jeep around the neighborhood doesn't make you a "street racer" ok princess

[@Ddffgghhjj]

Well they’re suspension components and nobody is gonna see than AND they’re gonna get dirty af bc they’re under your car. So get it over it mkay *still liked your comment tho*

[@idontlikecops1]

They swapped a 160k mile 350? That thing was barely getting broken in

[@nateperreira275]

Donalddump literally. Dude said worn out. I’ve got 244k. I’ll take 165k all day

[@williswhatchutalkinbout4367]

Did you seriously need an excuse to install a 383??

[@samschoby9255]

Ahhh, I’m just ready to see the ford and Chevy finished!!!

[@DaddytechEnt]

*I can't believe you're replacing a 350 with only 165,000 miles on it! that truck aint hurt. they aren't even ready for major service until they get up around the 200,000 mile mark. and that intake on the suburban motor would be clean enough to eat off of if they only used Seafoam to keep the intake running clean. 1 full can in the gas with every 3rd tank and twice a year running a can through the power brake booster vacuum line and letting it blow out all of the carbon and varnish and you wouldn't even need to wipe off the internals of that motor. that's what i use along with Mobil 1 engine oil and synthetic transmission fluid and i've never had a problem out of Any of my vehicles all 3 of my Escalades run like a top and i even use Mobil 1 for turbo diesels in my 06 dodge mega cab 2500 as well as seafoam in it for fuel system treatment and keeping the injectors and intake clean on it as well and so far they all still look brandnew inside when i run the bore scope through them* Could you guys PLEASE do an episode on the importance of using the correct coolant in vehicles also? i am tired of arguing with people about why it's important to use Dexcool in your GM motor when you change everything out for the seasons. everyone swears that it doesn't matter coolant is coolant and it's ABSOLUTELY NOT! i've experienced the hazzards of using the wrong stuff first hand as the green stuff in my 99 tahoe actually ate the intake gasket seals in a little over 3 months causing an expensive and time sucking replacement of the intake gaskets. i've had that truck for 14 years now running Dexcool and never had another issue with it. so proper coolant DOES make a difference!

[@lim1946]

In 1972 I drove a Chev 454 ram air up to 160 mph on a wet pavement road, there was more there but it was twitching a bit so I carefull backed off.

[@JaredR1996]

It’s always amazing to see what makes a car or truck run 👍

[@FernandezCycles]

OBS or GTFO! 88-98 is king, make it a 454 with some knowledge dropped on it and you have yourself what I call, streetable perfection! 🍻

[@eddiedelacruz9321]

Best episode series was maybe this one!

[@OverDaFenceGarage]

My high school buddy's dad gave him a 1990 454 ss he bought new from the dealership. My buddy kept a year and during senior year he traded it in at a shady car lot for a 99 Dodge Durango. I loved that truck and it wasn't even mine.

[@rondamon1345]

Thank you!! Chevy is looking good, but I also like the Ford

[@aarongray7861]

4:39 "messaged into place"... gently persuaded with a hammer...

[@aarongray7861]

@Johnny Hammer wow. Amazing reply. Did you think that poetic retort up all by yourself, or did you need help? By the way, the kids table is over there. Go join the other children. Adults are talking...

[@ElLuigyboy]

we'll show you how to swap an engine with just hand tools... then 13:45

[@danieltorres7003]

Lo que pasa es que me voy a molestar no quiero motos Quiero carros no quiero modificar no quiero si yo no quiero no se puede quiero que me traes el coche quiero que vean mis huevos culeros Quiero saber cómo va estar lo duda Rangers me gusta madre no se fue

[@larryw5429]

Last of the simple affordable ford Pickups I would own one.. But the SS looks way better imo!! Black is where its at..

[@jimmieyoung925]

Got to love when he says the short block was in decent shape Yet when they popped off the heads a gallon of water pours out and 3 cylinders are full of water

[@Hamza-or7jm]

That's b.s. Those connectors are available anywhere you can even buy them from the junkyard. Also a LS based engine could probably out perform everything and still end up being cheaper to own,fix etc

[@SchnelleKat]

The Green chevy looks badass

[@ColtonHogue]

Have to say those rims that got took off are one of my favorite rim designs.

[@RyanBenbow]

I think the chip foose rims are nice. But They ain't cheap either

[@benp9158]

Dang, uploaded 12 minutes ago, I’m early.

[@vapingwithjames3370]

The Chevy is definitely way sexier than the Ford. Great video

[@f1rstclass596]

Win Chevy, win. I’m feeling the 454 SS.

[@guardrail2897]

The last engine swap I did was in a barn with no heat. It was 15 degrees that night. It was probably about 25 or 30 degrees inside the barn. That was in 1991. I've never done one since. And never will. Brakes and oil changes is as far as I go.

[@sidneibueno8647]

Fantastic! Show! Rock On The Rock's V-8

[@jcortes3930]

Takuache roll call

[@juanc5149]

We’re going to show you how to do an engine swap with hand tools only!! 13:56 And air impact wrench is removing a bell housing. It’s ok tho, in 2020 cordless impacts are cheap and awesome substitute for air.

[@willmcmillan2047]

They said just using hand tools. There was an impact used on the exhaust. Just saying.

[@PhenomProductions23]

Yeah, they meant you use your hand to hold it. LOL

[@willmcmillan2047]

@@bigboreracing356 ask your girl

[@willmcmillan2047]

Oh yeah and STFU. Clown

[@Cheezeball99999]

To be fair, bolts/studs tend to shear off if you *don't* use an impact on exhaust. You can do it with hand tools, but it takes hours on a 20+ year old vehicle. My '85 F250 is rust free on the frame and body, but the exhaust took about sixteen hours to move out of the way for some long tubes.

[@TickledFunnyBone]

I LOVE the 454SS!!, i had a SPORT version of the 454SS and i had air ride on it. I loved that truck and unfortunately i miss that truck and i miss driving trucks for that matter. I love muscle sport trucks, its not a muscle car its a muscle truck!

[@toms5oh]

love both trucks

[@jetblackknight4638]

Can do video on removing exhaust bolts connecting to the exhaust manifold?

[@caboose012]

GAWD I miss being able to watch your show.. I have an '87 G-20, rwd Sport Van I'm plannin to make 4x4, when y'all gonna do somethin crazy like THAT?!?! If y'all want a ginea pig, Id be MORE than happy to lend ya this beast, provided i can keep everything y'all attach!!😁 MIND you, I'm not MADE of money, but I'd definitely welcome the help!!🤙

[@pennywisetheclown9090]

Great build, i would never use wd40, pb blaster please and thankyou!

[@ronaldarchibald2506]

Should have at least went with slotted rotors. Braking was a weak point on the 454ss. On mine i swapped in extended cab spindles and the thicker rotors they came with. Well aftermarket slotted cross drilled extended cab rotors that is. Worked really well.

[@MrDaryz1]

this is the exact stance and wheels that my dad has on his 454 ss

[@nothsim]

Would have went with airbags so,I could still haul loads between joy rides.

[@PorkBarrel.]

Underneath the truck without safety glasses is just asking for it.

[@kingspanky2794]

@@bigboreracing356 Now you are just being a asshole troll.

[@dtotheponcharo]

Especially any car or truck where im from here in Syracuse NY... Only takes 5-6 years of winter driving and everything starts rusting right the fuck out shit sucks working under anything on a lift just looking at the stuff and it ends up in your eyes... Cant have anything nice up here if you're gonna drive it in the winter at all.

[@philtripe]

@Johnny Hammer sure aint Johnny Grammer ...can we get a translation here? we need a gangsta translator here

[@ChristopherGaul]

Don't know why you went with stock front brakes. A PowerStop kit costs less than OEM brakes and gets you far superior brakes, calipers, and pads including slotted and drilled rotors. I put a set on my 99 Suburban and I'll never go back to OEM style brakes. I've also done an HT383E swap on my truck and I can't recommend it enough. Awesome swap. Note. If you have a CSFI model year truck, for the love of God as recommended in the video, replace/upgrade the fuel spider while you're doing the swap! The original sucks and will fail eventually. The upgrade GM fuel spider is vastly superior and more reliable and gets you both power and economy improvements! I added a Hypertech high energy programmer, JB shorty headers, and Magnaflow header back exhaust system with new high flow cats and muffler. I love this combo!

[@EGGINFOOLS]

I wouldn't think the spider injectors would supply enough fuel for a 383 with those mods. It would have been close in cost to do the 350 ramjet mpfi swap than to buy the new spider. I ran out of fuel on my 4.3 spider injection setup with a cam and headers. Once I port and polished the headers and supercharged it I went to the mpfi swap.

[@crashcourseinbruhsurgery]

The intake from the RamJet 350 should bolt right onto an HT383, so yeah, missed opportunity.

[@ChristopherGaul]

@@EGGINFOOLS unfortunately your solution isn't street legal in a ton of jurisdictions. Doesn't work with the factory harness or computer, so what's that cost to sort out? Heck, custom harnesses _start_ at a few hundred bucks. New engine computer? Kiss ABS goodbye and say hello to a third party trans controller. And get some black tape for that MIL light. Meanwhile the HT383E guy is driving his truck. Everything works perfectly as factory. No legal hassles. Life is good. He can drive his truck across the country without worrying some hack or kludge he made to get it running will fail on him.

[@EGGINFOOLS]

@@ChristopherGaul It actually is legal and it works with the factory harness. You got your panties in a bunch I see. You don't need to have a special harness and can be easily tuned. I've done it on a procharged L31 that went to a Borg Warner turbo setup. Also did it on my L35 v6. How many have you tried it on? Please explain why I would need a custom harness.

[@ChristopherGaul]

Here's the RAMJET kit. Over $2,500 just for that. paceperformance.com/i-6255276-12498032-cpp-ramjet-350-vortec-fuel-injection-kit-less-electronics-sbc.html Here's from the description. "...You will need to use an aftermarket wiring harness, along with an aftermarket ECM or a GM ECM with a custom chip."

[@tactickleshtooper1753]

PowerNation >>> while I understand that swapping the 'Burban's original engine for a 383 allows for re-using some of the used parts, I think I'd much rather have swapped out the original engine for a large block, like a 454. Excellent video in either case though! ;-)

[@esfitnesspro2455]

Perfect truck. Only color scheme better that *black* *w/red* *interior* is *white* *w/red interior* ... Not to mention a loud rumble from that 454 (& whatever exhaust they have, maybe some series 70 Flowmasters)... & Put an 8in sealed sub under the passengers seat. *Think I'd rather see it *raised* up a few (or 6) inches, rather than lowering it a few inches. ... Just too bad it's a single cab, since I'm 6-6'1" w/long legs and the seats are always uncomfortable for me ☹️

[@adilsonlegalyt9647]

had to pause and comment that Waba manual is an awesome idea

[@randybryant9936]

The ss 454 is my favorite obs

[@jamesm568]

I have a 97 GMC Z71 where the heads cracked on my 350 and the dealership put a 383 in from GM performance parts and was only a few hundred dollars more. That is one pulling motor.

[@christopherhuffman3857]

Did you get a new tune on the computer ?

[@jamesm568]

@@christopherhuffman3857 The 383 came with a tuner as a complete kit.

[@PhenomProductions23]

How to turn a Stock Truck Build into an Expensive Overkill project just to "One Up the Other Guy"...LOL. I would have left the Suspension mostly stock aside from fresh Bilstein shocks, convert rear drums to 4 wheel disc with slotted rotors, Nitto or Mickey Thompson Sticky Drag Radials, and get a 700R4, or just avoid the 1990 model year and get a '91 or '92 that came with the Overdrive. True Dual Flowmaster Exhaust and spend the rest on a Top End Kit for the 454 to wake it up.

[@justinjones5288]

The intake on the chevy 😂😂😂

[@dancharron7098]

I got the cup holder in your color for your truck. it bolts to the dash

[@Bricklinsv1970]

Background music always kicks Ass!

[@bawitibaw]

Should’ve went with the satin wheels with grey centers

[@brainwashingdetergent4128]

Dont take the bed off for shackles and hangers. Dont even take it off to flip the rearend. Only time you need the bed off is to install a C notch and adjustable suspension.

[@1989-v7o]

Omg finish already

[@velasco1100]

Great work and sweet ass good looking trucks!

[@sgottoboni]

Careful what you say about that pile. I own a pile too.

[@ricardobbblanco]

Pretty Amazing

[@reece7259]

With drag slicks on the lightning I feel like it's going to break the rear end and I dont think the transmission is going to hold up very well either

[@paulhoskins7852]

If the E4OD transmission is in good shape, it shouldn't be a problem, unless someone does nothing but burnouts.

[@kyleolin3566]

8.8 rearend will be fine. They're running an automatic, drag radials (not slicks), and power isnt insanely high

[@williamsanders468]

The Chevy rear end will break before the ford does

[@kyleolin3566]

Yeah, I think the 14 bolt will be fine. Just as good, if not better then a Dana 60

[@ThisIsSolution]

@@bigboreracing356 damn bro you salty at all these people

[@tonyasbury1101]

Wish they would have said something about the tire size

[@everettgrover9459]

i think they said it was an 18 inch rim and tires were 10 inch wide for the back and 8 for the front

[@RealSteelStreet]

I need more info on those Mickey Thompson wheels…

[@aleskyfinis1025]

Yeah buddy from Aleskyfinis

[@R1j0hn]

----------------------------------------------> @ 17:45 - Did they really just swap in a 195 HP "stroker" ? Jeez, even 215 HP is pathetic from a 383 SBC.

[@Ryl33hz]

My thoughts, exactly.

[@xInline6]

I think it’s cus it’s the stock trans and it’s such a big heavy vehicle. My guess tho

[@TheGabesable]

Okay but did you see the torque curve it's much nicer especially for a work truck

[@xInline6]

firstname gabe yeah I was gonna mention that too

[@bobbybowers4065]

Thats wheel hp i do believe the flywheel hp will b much higher probley around 265- 275 which is still low but better then 215

[@npastran90]

Yalll are the beast

[@npastran90]

Where can I take my truck to have the same work done ?

[@someguymb123]

When yall gonna line the ss and the lightning up?

[@gradoisx2348]

That cart had alot more than $1000 in tools 😂

[@jeffjankiewicz5100]

Question, if I may. Who makes a good rebuild kit for a complete rebuild of a 700/R4 for a 91 Silverado longbed. Mine just gave up the ghost @300,000 miles...slipped a little at first...till it died with the converter. Got a used one for now, but want to rebuild dead one to put back in for my own piece of mind. Love the trucks guys, but I`m a Bowtie guy. Amazing what can be done IF you have the budget.

[@philllsxga.7737]

160,000 miles and tired?!?!? I'm used to 220 to 290,000 miles on my GM's and they run great!!

[@x1slowsbcx737]

I got 277k on my 95 and she runs mint

[@m4bolicious]

PhillLsx Ga. Yeah after 3 new engines, 5 transmissions and 18 recalls 😅

[@x1slowsbcx737]

@@m4bolicious nope my truck has had no issues with the drivetrain all I've had is ac issues

[@philllsxga.7737]

@@x1slowsbcx737 my buddies 96 GMC Sierra has 560,000 miles on the factory original 5.7 and the four wheel drive still works!!

[@philllsxga.7737]

@@m4bolicious I'm not talking about Ford's..

[@npp3559]

I god with the nice clean engine and bay on the ss it is such and eye sore to not have the intake fresh air tubing

[@gilbertososa9164]

Hi guys, i have the same engine 350 vortec on my 2001 400SS pick up truck (mexican model) this video really help, now im goin to make my truck 383, Where did yuo get that engine ?

[@NeedForSpeed.2004]

Torq Thrust rims are so amazing

[@hawser27]

Both trucks look very nice but I would have put wheels on the lighting too.

[@TheTerribleGamer]

454SS looking good, even id not a fan of the wheels. Replacing a motor with 165k seems crazy, doesnt seem like that many miles for an old V8.

[@3nigma379]

My 96 sierra is that same shortbed single cab body style, to bad i ended up with a 4.3 ☹️

[@wkjeeping9053]

Basic tools is no air tools

[@thebluntedcarguy7163]

Why in the heck would you replace a whole wire harness for one broke plug? Just cut off old one and solder heat wrap new one on and done, 5 min job.

[@nicanorm1069]

I like the red truck

[@SgtJoeSmith]

Nope. All the plugs are available aftermarket or at dealer.

[@SgtJoeSmith]

@Johnny Hammer you would know

[@renescocina9199]

boy they make these projects look easy, to refresh that chevy probably cost 10 to 15 grand in parts and labor. I wish they would disclose a parts list and prices.

[@phantom0456]

@5:59 “Well, the driver’s side leaf hanger is pretty much the same story as the passenger side, except the nuts are harder to get to with the fuel tank in the way, but the good news is that deez nutz are not at all hard to get to.”

[@theroadnottaken9378]

I miss my 97 gmc sierra reg short box, even though it went through fuel pumps like crazy...lol

[@juniorlemke5484]

You guys never listed the coating you sprayed on the frame.

[@CraftsmanQuad19]

I like the old aluminum wheels better than these new ones tbh. They just suit the truck better

[@coleswanginshenanigans867]

To be honest guys it looked so much better with those American racing Tim's that were on it. I wish yall kept them and just changed the tires for a more grippy and wider tire

[@HERodriguezJr]

Kevin Tetz "Spraying with zero rust spray". Was totally expecting him to say "Rust Encapsulator from Eastwood". Traitor. Lol

[@aldegundolopez4221]

Hey guys where i can find the wahba manuals...!!! By the way ...!! Your channel it's so awesome...👏👏👏👍👍👍👍

[@stereolababy]

there's this thing called the internet you lazy sob

[@alexanderrucker1507]

I wish that they would Dyno the old engine (the 350) and see how it compares to a built engine

[@chadhossack470]

On the Chev 454 can you tell me the offset on the rear AR Torq Thrust 10 inch rims and the offset on the front 8 inch rims you used please? And can you tell me the tire size for front and rear you also went with please. I have the same truck. Thank you, Chad.

[@chadhossack470]

Sorry I see in the description above it explains all rims have a 4.5 inch Back Spacing. So if you could just tell me tire size used would be appreciated...thanks.

[@torcher78]

That start up on the engine swap sounded like shit!

[@OriginalKKid]

Eh i would have put some IROC reps on it. But still looks good.

[@bakfixx]

So no fuel system or computer "upgrades" needed with the 383 swap?