Pulling My Tahoe's Engine for Some Much Needed "Repairs"

[@ThunderCat19D]

Definitely drop the oil pan and replace the oil pick up tube "O" ring as a " while you're at it" wish I did it when I did my mounts but forgot. 4×4 makes it so hard to get to

[@24hr6]

Replaced mine had to drop the front diff a little not a bad job

[@collinmcballin]

Just did a refresh on my 4x4. Clean sludge, pick up ring, oil pump. It's 50psi at idle, literally doubled oil pressure. 250k on motor. Un believable! New truck! I made a little video on it too

[@uglymechanics6599]

@@collinmcballin is that warm or cold temp..? What year truck?

[@collinmcballin]

@@uglymechanics6599 45psi HOT pressure, 50-55 startup.. after driving up to mtns she holds strong. You can just watch the video I made, should answer all those questions. 05 Tahoe, 4x4

[@brandonfarmer7446]

I would at most do that and replace those knock sensors

[@dpf1g2fw]

Enjoying the Tahiti videos as always. Thanks for the TA update too. The TA videos got me here.

[@2F2F]

These videos are great!I love watching KZbinrs that actually work on their project cars

[@benrojas5444]

You motivated me to fix my old 05 yukon, welcome back brother

[@ryanhicks942]

Very very excited for this Tahiti reseal series. These gen 3 5.3s are absolutely my favorite engine!!

[@danieljoseph905]

I just bought an 05 Tahoe and this channel has been awesome. Looking forward to doing most of these repairs to mine as well!

[@lukesutherland360]

Definitely keep the exhaust stock. Quiet is the way to go with the Tahoe build

[@nightmareraps432]

I just bought a Tahoe with a blown engine and had someone arguing with me for hours about the 4x4 saying I would have to take everything out including the trans. Very helpful.

[@MrJblackmon1989]

Whoa... Matt's Back!!! Someone mark the calendar!!!

[@lsxmatt]

See ya in two months 🚀

[@MrJblackmon1989]

@@lsxmatt I hope not! Lol

[@code3k5]

Watching your videos I started with the center console phone charger, then I did my front seats (wasn't as easy as your video, took me 8 hours to recover both seats) then I bought the 2007 upgrade front disc brakes and torsion bar to coilover kit. I'm retiring soon, I'll install the brakes and coilover kit soon. Enjoy the videos👍

[@coolbmxer47]

Welcome back Matt! I'm definitely glad to see you posting more videos of Tahiti. I have a 2003 Z71 Hoe and I'm slowly modding and fixing the kinks in it. Ultimately adding a Magnuson supercharger at the end for some more pick up and go lol

[@AlialiAli-ug2eq]

I do to much work for my 06 tahoe because of you glad you’re back . Don’t boost the tahoe just make him survivor . Thank you

[@RatdogDRB]

She's a purdy girl, that Tihiti. Mine just got a new starter, alternator, and fuel pump. Next up, a new R/R door window that got broken while parked in front of my house. I think someone just had something sticking out of the side of a truck and it smacked/broke the window, and they didn't even know they did the damage. The funny thing is, I recently had to have the exact same repairs done to my Dakota too. They both have new AGM batteries in 'em too, so, should be fine for winter.

[@hailstorm1986]

As soon as I saw the oil leak on the front of that timing cover, I could totally understand why you went deeper in. Overall I think Tahiti is awesome and I love all the upgrades that you've done for her!!! 😇

[@dr.henry.metzgar2226]

Glad to see you and Tahiti again. I still think the HD front clip is cool and hope you keep it

[@mattm5786]

This is sweet I can’t wait for this thing to be a stock looking sleeper truck. Can’t wait to see the videos on the trans am and future videos on the Camaro as well. Cheers

[@johnnyshell2839]

Honestly I love the Tahiti videos. You are the only one around I can watch for my truck. Mine is 05. Watching the updates is cool. That shitty pcv is junk. Definitely would consider a catch can. Otherwise when it gives up you foul cylinder 3 plug and serious smoke on start up. And the oil pump. Replace all of it. Freaking nightmare trying to change the stupid ass o ring on the pick up tube

[@rjm7168]

Yup - for some reason, oem spec calls for high strength thread locker on these motor mount bolts. I never use any when I replace them.

[@jimmyfaherty8588]

Love that you’re back(Tahiti) You have it ripped out. Go all out.

[@relativeunkown6881]

It’s “Truck Norris” time lol

[@zayne3393]

Please don’t be gone for another 2 months, I strive for Tahiti content 😂. Love the vids btw!

[@jimmyc7803]

nice to see Tahiti again kid. I have a 2011 tahoe LTZ that I’m interested in converting to a camping set up for day trips and hunting. I’m on the island like you, so space to work on it is difficult at best. by the way, my youngest son is a mechanic and wears his Lsx cap everyday to work. all the best, Jimmy C.

[@anthonymelchorramos4039]

I’m happy your back!! Your videos inspire me to continue working on my 200k mileage LS Silverado. I’m definitely looking forward for more videos!

[@Johnnyvette383]

Need to RTV seal the knock sensor rubber plugs in to keep the water out. That was the big problem with them through codes and going bad due to rust and water. Also watch the newest Engine Masters show on Motor Trend about LS motor oil pumps. It's a real eye opener.

[@KO-pk7df]

Seeing the rust you have to deal with. I don't live in the rust belt, but I know a lot of you car guys do. (my grandfather had a Tavern, fishing lake and dance hall up in northern tip of Wisconsin) But all the rust that destroys your cars up there from the salt they put on the roads in the winter. I can't help but think there has to be a better way of dealing with winter driving than all the salt rust destroying all your cars and trucks. I think I detect how you guys just live with it. I see so many new trucks that fail safety insp. within 6-10 years or less. I don't know but even when I drive in the snow out west salt doesn't seem to be used.

[@jovawnguthrie8342]

Even though I’ve already done this to my Tahoe I love the content

[@GM-sk2wk]

Great to have you back. Enjoy all the content, but Tahiti content is more relatable.

[@TravisRez]

About to pull a v6 out of my 91 Camaro. This helped me get an idea of how to attach chains to the engine. Surprisingly not a lot of videos showing the chains being hooked up.

[@gregkrueger331]

Holy shit you’re still alive!! 🤣 I’m looking forward to this project. I got 292k on my 07 and need to do the same thing.

[@TheRenaissanceBuilder]

Good to see you wrenchin again boss, great video!

[@robertdavidsonii5331]

Great to have you back.

[@EssMotorsports]

I was excited for the Trans Am and u did let my spirits down once again! 😂 Glad to have u back! Can't wait until December 🤟🤟🤟

[@Agent-tc8dj]

Glad to still see you going hard with tahiti

[@jeromeirving4770]

Highly recommend drop in boost pistons for the T/A. I'm putting a set in my 5.3 LT just because why not. Since it's apart

[@brianbaney2360]

You should try an build a stout 4l60e an see how much it will take. I bought my 2003 suburban from the owner of the Power Chevy here in Oregon he had the 4L 60 E rebuilt before I bought it from him four years ago it has a shift kit in it and my trucks lifted with 35s mild built motor and it’s been working great.

[@patrickbryant7383]

Trick i used for my broken dipstick tube was using a large enough lag bolt that the threads would bite into the tube then yank it out with pliers and install the the new one

[@joshuavera4547]

Good to see your back! Looks like it's time to duramax swap the tahoe 😅

[@20load1]

Glad to see you matt im excited for any video you put up buddy !!

[@jeremygarelli5935]

Hello matt i m finally going to get my iroc back on the road after 22 years .was looking for feed back on the s60 rear

[@jbaggett835]

Ayyyy new vid can't wait to see the trans am again

[@Wolfman_3344]

I left my factory exhaust on when I cammed my g8 gt and it would fall on its face in the low rpm’s and with longtubes, it moves on a lot better. It wouldn’t be too much louder with the rest of the exhaust still factory. But longtube headers arnt a necessity

[@Johnnyvette383]

My dip stick tube did the same thing when I bought my 04 K1500 in 2015 I changed it GM part and now in 2022 it's about to break again.

[@bradleyjones8207]

Need more content lsxmatt. Need that 3rd gen f body content

[@captainaj787]

Definitely just slapped a 5.3 into my s10 this weekend lol

[@alconk7129]

I’ve been watching your videos to learn about the 5.3 swap into my 88 Firebird. I’m not planning on anything crazy and will be budget friendly. What are your recommendations? The heads are 862s and was going to do cam and headers. But since you’ve been through this in your Camaro you’ve the perfect guy to ask. Thanks

[@alimvinca2998]

Hopefully all the mods on the motor will help with towing and mpg maybe?

[@anthonylarios7592]

Awesome video, I’m very excited to see how well Tahiti will perform after. Any way you can put a link to what camshaft you used in the next Tahiti video?

[@got2getit204]

Man how do you know we’re everything’s at need a-good garage cleaning!

[@KAS470]

Are you planning on installing some kind of stall with the cam or keeping it stock? The more I’ve been researching after being informed that the “stock converter compatible” cam I wanted actually needs a stall, I’ve been seeing time and time again that even our trucks could really benefit from adding a stall even with the stock cam. I’m going down a rabbit hole right now on stalls and think I may factor a 2600-2800 stall into my cam upgrade. I just don’t want it to feel like a race truck or not street friendly. It would be nice to get off the line quicker in certain situations. Will probably need a beefed up trans at that point too. The cycle never ends lmao.

[@davidramirez9026]

when you changed the seat covers on Tahoe did you replace second row lower cushions? i'm looking where to get them.

[@michaelvoigt724]

Tahiti has been waiting for this mod😎

[@mikeeaton9822]

Ok Matt how did you get the balancer off, I tried to pull mine off earlier this year but I couldn't brake the balancer bolt lose. The engine was still in the truck though.

[@thomasblottman6741]

Great content, if ur 2004 is a latter month build it could have gen 4 rods, if valley cover has the larger bolts is a good indicator?

[@112223alex]

Great video! I have a 2006 Tahoe and its been giving me weird electrical issues. Sometimes my factory alarm just turns on or I go turn it on and theres no power at all but then all of a sudden power comes back on. What do you think it could be? Thanks

[@robwatson7204]

my 2000 1500 factory 4.8 is Currently at 331k, so I'm sure you have plenty of life left In that engine. Planning on doing a 5.3 or 6.0 swap in the near future

[@BassChasers76]

Yeah if your there do the oring in the pan will be way better than doing all that even though you’ll probably have to drop the diff and stuff not bad I did it on my suburban same year was worth it has way more oil pressure

[@brihan24]

this job is an excellent fall or early spring job. 100% not recommended to do this at home in the summer or winter.why did you pull off the whole frontend? you can pull it without pulling the whole radiator and lights and everything else. the oil dipstick the, easiest way to pull that out when it's broke off, is using one of those reverse drill bits to pull out broken head screws, high torque low speed..

[@spin_tires_on_pavement-s.t5760]

Did y’all see that huge oil spill flung out of the block 😂10:00

[@nightmareraps432]

I have the same engine stand what bolts did you use? I can never seem to find the exact size. Really frustrating

[@eddiej.2354]

Hey Matt. Hugh fan! what's your thoughts on using the Peddle Commander or similar. I have an 03 Z71 looks just like yours. Also do you still have any Subs for the Tahoe leftover from your last trip to the yards. Last question my Z71 came with lifetime XM radio as the satellite radio module is behind the radio can I upgrade the radio as mine ate my CD's lol to the one you use in yours without losing the XM. Also I have always preferred a sleeper verses loud I guess it's something to do with my love for older Cadillacs. Your long Island neighbor Eddie J.

[@Jae_in_the_88]

I WANT TRANSAM CONTENT like this comment so he see it and does it

[@ltx427]

Do one time jop and Replace all crank and rods bearings & piston rings to get high compression

[@Lawson4450fire]

about time man lol hey did you ever sell the TB wheels?

[@mikejohnson9118]

Come on 6.2L upgrade....UP-GRADE...UP-GRADE...UP-GRADE!!!

[@jubutie]

While watching this vid you pulled out the Camaro old engine,and on that wooden engine cradle it’s says JNAP. That stands for Jefferson north assembly plant. That’s where I work at here in Detroit for dodge. We build the grand cherokees and durangos that’s funny!!!! How’d you get that

[@lsxmatt]

Hah I got that from the salvage yard that I bought my Camaro’s new 6.0 from over in Jersey.

[@jubutie]

@@lsxmatt lol nice!!!

[@pvnugget]

Hi Matt, I just installed electric fans on my Silverado, can you program my ecu or know someone who does? Im in nyc

[@talalhz9137]

Weld a drain for the turbo oil, If ur going turbo in the future. Easier now.

[@BigTrav256]

Bad ass guy

[@Robertbehar3554]

About damn time!

[@erikv86]

Oil leaks? Naaah, tis but big HP sweat. Was starting to wonder what big projects were happening behind those garage doors.

[@hephaestus4587]

Hi Matt, a couple of months ago I asked if you had the air con brackets off of your original Firebird engine. Just wondering if you had a chance to see if they are available to sell or not? Thanks in advance, always look forward to another of your vids.

[@lsxmatt]

I’m pretty sure I have them, sorry I completely forgot to get back to you. They’re buried in my storage unit, but I’ll be digging in there over the next few months as I work on the trans am. If you can wait a little I’ll get them for you!

[@hephaestus4587]

@@lsxmatt Thats fantastic. I'll be putting in the new engine next summer so plenty of time. Thanks again

[@dannyDCC]

What cam you get ?

[@adamgatton]

Matt! 👋🏻

[@lsxmatt]

👋

[@adamgatton]

Haha been awhile! Was wondering if all was well. Glad you’re back to it!

[@jakebier4911]

Did about a year ago whole engine rebuilt

[@frankk4787]

Are we all just gonna ignore the face in the hood insulation? 7:47

[@lugnut2612]

Good grief bro,where u been?

[@joesmo4749]

Dont know why you took the whole front off. I do these motors all the time come right out of top.

[@92rellab]

Ok now we talking

[@gruponemesis]

jeez...not a job Id ever do solos!

[@scottytoohotty7979]

What happened to more TRANS AM videos!?!?

[@stephenjohnston226]

👍👍👍👍

[@juanguardado1816]

Just get a 6.0 and be done with it. Want pictures?

[@Thirdgen83]

More thirdgen videos!

[@mrphiscal]

Funny enough I was waiting watching the video @lsxmatt boost the camero video when this video got posted

[@АндрейЭлектрик]

Hey Matt, do you have an telegram account? LsxMatt Matt? I thing some dude trying scam me on your account. Fist gritting to be a long follower, then ask what giveaway do you prefer (Power pack or Stihls. Than ask to paying for the shipping $70, for economy shipping, 80-FedEx, 100-FedEx priority, $180 DHL. Shipping from your house to me no more than $40.

[@lsxmatt]

Scam! I only use instagram and youtube.

[@АндрейЭлектрик]

@@lsxmatt I ask this guy: "Matt, what crankshaft you have on your Trans AM? Lifts, lobe its?" No answer. Say something about this in your next video. Some of your followers can get scamed. Anyway, I'll watch your videos.