Swapping An 800+ Horsepower NASCAR V8 Into My 1955 Chevy Street Car! | PART 1 - DRIVETRAIN IN!

We're Building a NASCAR Powered 1955 Chevy! I got my hands on one high-winding 800+HP Chevy SB 2.2 Engine that has finished in the top 10 in the NASCAR Cup and we're going to get that thing ready to rock in my 1955 Chevy Street/Strip project!
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[@layzboy2545]

It’s finally here. This is one I’ve been waiting for. Engine sounds so good. Can’t wait to hear it in that Chevy. Beer and a Slice Time. Ready to Stay Tuned🤘🤘🤘🔥🔥

[@StayTunedTA]

Me too! I am so stoked on this one! Cheeers bud!

[@paulortiz9246]

😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@Airsofthelpvancouver1963]

Hey I just wanted to ask again what type of transmission that was I'm not sure if you said G-Force is that what they call a dog box and then the engine is a SB 2.2 so basically a carbureted NASCAR engine which is so badass literally that is my dream setup that you're putting in that car there is thousands of different styles of cars I could imagine putting that in but the original one was my dream truck I bought at 14 it's a 1963 c10 on a 70s chassis which came with a beefed up transmission and a little RV cam in the 350 and I never ever got to see it through and it basically got stolen from me and always dreamed of having a set up like that building a NASCAR style 60s pickup super stoked to see the end result.

[@BullySmasher]

I think you should put an angle kit on it…..

[@Justin-bz1dp]

​@@StayTunedTAis a v8

[@charlenetaylor5548]

So happy you mentioned Steve. Watching his videos about him having to sell his cars and house brought me to tears.

[@shodancat1000]

our great American healthcare system at work!

[@JeffKopis]

If he was an illegal immigrant, all his medical bills would be paid by the Feds.

[@bobroberts2371]

@@shodancat1000 Note that someone has to pay for advanced life saving tech. I'm betting even 10 years ago he would not have survived, so what would you rather have?

[@austindoud273]

​@@bobroberts2371dude you're a pos do you have any idea how subsidized the healthcare industry is smh literally the only "developed"country without universal healthcare

[@bgee461]

In Canada you'd just die waiting to see a doctor. But, don't worry, the lifetime of taxes you paid covers that. BTW, I love the idea of the community banding together to help one another. I'd much rather take what the government steals off my cheque and funnel it directly to people and places that I want to help.

[@br549200]

Thanks for mentioning Steve!

[@StayTunedTA]

You bet!

[@shazbotnanu7037]

There's a crossover begging to happen. Steve keeps the Remcharger and Tony and crew help him build it?

[@TerrytheTorino]

Yes the be the ultimate episode!!! 1000 hp min

[@Ecosse57]

@@StayTunedTA you fucking rock man.

[@ml.2770]

Tony is one of the largest donators. Bless your heart Tony.

[@DAILYDRIVENJUNK1983]

MAN OH MAN!!!!! People are freaking awesome!!!!! Just under $323,000 raised for Steve 👍👍👍👍👍

[@David-g3s6e]

Car community is awesome, different breed of human. Great culture

[@fifthlomat717]

hope he keeps his cars

[@DAILYDRIVENJUNK1983]

@@fifthlomat717 me too, hope he keeps house and everything, he’s at $341,000+

[@georgeponnay447]

Fantastic 👍

[@PatandDoopypoopy]

Good. Fantastic. Epic.

[@cameronvance7903]

I believe this motor deserves boom tubes.. you know you want to Tony.

[@fastflash6566]

Name her "moonshine" you are doing exactly what they did back in the day which is upgrading your car to run faster to haul shine.since that is where nascar was born from. Great content as usual.

[@TerryMillican]

On the block, they shouldn’t lie the man on the block😂😂😂😂😂😂😂❤❤❤

[@CivilizedWarrior]

How about ‘Shine Box. You know, like from goodfellas. Plus it’s a shoebox Chevy.

[@Odessa45]

Tony, just wanted to say that Finn's 55, Taylor's '55, Bob Falfa's '55 and now YOUR '55 are keeping me moving along on my '55 210 post project. My Gen VI 454 block is in line to be worked over at a machine shop here in north eastern PA. Soon it'll be a tunnel rammed 496. So glad you picked up a '55! That Hendrick engine is an absolute missile! Outstanding ep!!

[@HPSFRoadrunner]

Nice to see you giving a shout-out to Steve. He seems like a helluva nice guy and I hope he gets the help he needs and deserves.

[@CanadianClassicCarNut]

The best part of Friday!

[@StayTunedTA]

Right on, thanks for watching!

[@jonbrockman5308]

​@@StayTunedTAthanks for giving us cool stuff to watch. 🤘

[@b.s.adventures9421]

Thanks for reminding me to help Steve. Meant to do it the other day and forgot. We all owe him for that incredible knowledge he shares.

[@nick540g]

This will be one of your coolest projects ever! Bandsaw tip so you don't twist the blade: When cutting a small arc (like you did on the midplate at 33:45) cut a series of straight parallel slots toward the marked curve, then remove the small pieces and grind the curve as needed.

[@lawrenceoliver9813]

Good Man for telling people to help Steve Mags nothing but respect for you guys!

[@ZachC-130]

Man, a nascar 55 that could run a road course would be insane.

[@StayTunedTA]

I'm thinking that is more what I want from this thing than drag racing!

[@ZachC-130]

@@StayTunedTA Do it dude! The 55 drag racer has been done to death. Its rad too, but a crazy high rpm 55 that has some handles, that ain’t on KZbin yet as far as I know.

[@daboss117fly]

That's perfect! I just commented the same. If you do drag it. You can make a setup that will do both. Just have a hot tune for drag and lower tune for running road coarses or ovals. Also with an adjustable suspension all the works. If anyone on KZbin can pull that off its you guys!

[@ldnwholesale8552]

Detune the engine and it may be ok on a roadcourse, just not as good as a dedicated road race engine. Which would not be a good on an oval.

[@eriklarson9137]

@@ldnwholesale8552 You sound like you build a lot of racecars!

[@SammyKurts-ku2ht]

So much respect out of Baltimore bro keep doing your thing ! Best motor head KZbin channel ever !!

[@StayTunedTA]

I appreciate that! Love Charm City!

[@Epsonblade]

This project is sweet. I'm a late 60s early 70s guy myself. But I have always thought a well sorted tri-5 was so mean. This one is going to take peoples dinner for sure.

[@paulmarglin6286]

Love the shout out to Steve Magnante! Tony= class act!

[@EvilEndz]

I don't love my other motoring channels any less, but I do love this one the best!

[@jameskellison9342]

Now, on another episode of Stay Tuned, pure excellence! Thanks for doing y’all’s magic again!

[@StayTunedTA]

Thanks! Appreciate it!

[@keithdecker3428]

Your donation to Steve's GoFundMe was awesome. Car guy's supporting car guy's. Warms my heart.

[@Keasbeysknight]

band saw is a beast, at 800 bucks thats a steal. looking forward to you guys getting all the fab stuff and diy'in it!

[@masongiles8443]

As an individual with a heart condition who has to be very careful with straining and how I lift. It brings me a lot of joy to watch you absolutely manhandle a transmission into place! Thank you as always for the content and knowledge you share!

[@michaelteasdale2919]

The first thing I do I look at the length of the video….anything over 30mins and I’m pumped 😊🤘

[@StayTunedTA]

Love that!

[@mparting88]

Tony's shop just oozes radness. His builds are just as unique as the building's history. I would love to just stand in there and absorb the good vibes. Keep it up fellas!

[@vferrante6436]

That 55 is the Mona Lisa to me.. when I was young there were at least 4 in a few blocks of my home..mostly 283's and some ran a 327.Those days a GTO or Chevelle was about $3000+ way out my reach..great video!!

[@Westsideautomotive]

Donation sent to Steve. Thanks for reminding us to do it. He’s a great guy and you are equally great for promoting his issues. X

[@Weretarantula5]

LETS GOOOOOOOO CANNOT WAIT! Happy Friday ST!!

[@DSG-br5lk]

Love 55s! When i was in HS (circa 80-81) one of the janitors had the perfect period 55. Bright banana yellow, red tinted windows for that gasser vibe, built 327, high rise manifold, wrapped headers, skinny drag Cragar SS's in front, 70 series SS'sin the back, traction bars, stripped interior with hoop roll bar, short shifter close to the floor. Clean clean build I loved that car.

[@NathanielMajesty]

Crazy how a janitor used to be able to afford that car

[@kurdisshop243]

Hell yeah love my Friday night stay tuned uploads

[@rajcam80]

As always killing it! Hope Steve can bounce back! Very nice gesture for him in your video.

[@ManiacRacing]

If you like a bandsaw, wait till you try a CNC plasma cutter! Call it "The Talladega Shoebox"

[@jake1021]

Arcdroid changed my fabricating projects

[@staceyrenner5418]

DUDE!!! Been waiting for this notification all damn day! Work be damned, this is far more important.

[@shifty1927]

This is awesome.🔥🔥 Our faceplated tremec for the turbo e36 328i was built by a fella out in western PA back in 06-07. We ran 9.9s @ 160 in that car with the 2.8 in 08.

[@erickbernard8208]

Now u need a BIG drill press, i have one, located in saylorsburg pa too

[@Nick-dh4gm]

Hi, Tiny- Great project on the 55; I had commented earlier video what a super project with the NASCAR engine - as I had my ‘55 ( back in 1970) turning over 8k, with 350, on the street, with 4:56 gears, A& A fiberglass tilt doghouse. Yours would be a terror with 800 HP- Radical! Hope you can make it look mean/ street, for the unsuspecting.

[@Nick-dh4gm]

Sorry for bad edit- meant to say,”Hi, Tony”

[@AdventuringwiththeS.G.O.C.C]

What you refer to as a "motor plate" back in the 70s and 80s we called "elephant ears". Another Friday afternoon treat from Stay Tuned. Fab rats is also building a 55' Chevy.

[@Bobthebuilder.69]

Who cares what Fab Rats are building, this is Stay Tuned!

[@AdventuringwiththeS.G.O.C.C]

@@Bobthebuilder.69 Because I enjoy several channels for my weekly car fix.

[@robertjohnson4784]

Tony this is the video I've been waiting for I remember when you got the 55 and the NASCAR motor so excited for this video

[@Bigggy172]

Ask Garett for the boom tube from the Dale truck!

[@andyleblanc1564]

Stay Tuned has become my new favorite channel. I love the motor and 55’ combo you choose. I grew up with 55’s and know them well. Can’t wait to see that thing move under its own power!! Nice work guys!!

[@RyanFannon-fy1yf]

Dude I work in a metal shop $800 for a Doall is definitely a steal. Killer find.

[@fortheloveofdirtdotnet]

What I like about this channel is "whatever let's order pizza". Plus the cars of course

[@C0uNtZiZhErE]

gonna be wild!! 😮

[@LostBoys.CarClub]

hell yeah, this is awesome. I wish I had the budget for that, so I'll live vicariously through this series.

[@jasonpierson65]

I believe all tri5s are boxed frames. A California frame doesn't have a seem running along the bottom of the frame. Yours is a 2 piece frame. Love the build sir!!

[@neckbonejones1097]

This guy is right. My 55 has a fully boxed frame, but it’s 2 pieces joined together. Cali frames are one piece.

[@StayTunedTA]

Yes yes, I got it now. Why did CA get the hot parts?

[@jasonpierson65]

@@StayTunedTA i know right hahaha. I think they where called cali frames just because they where smooth and looked nicer. The 1 piece frame is also narrower in the rear. So when ordering suspension remember to order for a 2 piece frame. Im building a 57 and learning all kinds of weird things they did with these cars

[@neckbonejones1097]

@@StayTunedTA well they used to. They also got the only corvette with a 305, so it kinda evens out, hahaha

[@ethomassturley7275]

So great to see you guys supporting a guy like Mags. Car culture is the best.

[@douglasverkaik4662]

Need to run Nascar boom tubes!

[@BillyJoeJimBob28]

Hear Hear!! I second that emotion! 😂

[@rlh4331]

Kudos Tony for referring people to Steve Magente - great job supporting the community !

[@NeverLetOff]

Friday boys! Grab a brew, Stay Tuned just dropped!

[@StayTunedTA]

Heck Yeah Bud!

[@mspellman562]

Donated to Steve. Didn’t know he had a GFM account going. Happy he is starting to get better. Looks like the fund is growing, hopefully that’s enough to get him on the right track again. Gotta love the auto community… loving, caring, sharing and generous!

[@tarmacterrorist572]

Coolest show on the tube and my fav build of yours to date! Great work Tony and Co!

[@davidmowat4056]

Good on ya for mentioning Steve. 🤙🏻

[@tylersmith7054]

I love hot rods that handle. Gonna be anxiously awaiting this one. Also, you’re a real one for supporting Steve.

[@JoanOwen-nl8vd]

You always bring something unique to the table, can't get enough!

[@StayTunedTA]

Thanks Joan!

[@JameyCampbell_54]

@@StayTunedTAshe’s a bot dummy!

[@Seyeler]

Joan really get's it man

[@lll9416]

@@Seyeler she gets it, all right..

[@jcat96]

🤣

[@josephkelly4893]

This is the dream build right here!!!!! TA is living the hot rod dream here, and sharing with us!! Love it brother

[@abefroman606]

Brother youre dope af! Thanks for mentioning Steve and for being one of the top donations! You fucking rock man! Good dude!

[@johnbarker5009]

I'm always amazed at the amount of work you guys can get done in a handful of days.

[@barrybarkley1316]

This is my favorite build so far! Old school hotrodding and fabrication. I look forward to every Friday to see what you guys are coming up with next

[@chopdogrulz1337]

I saw your name on the top donations on Steve’s go fund me and it really warmed my heart. Car culture community is so awesome. Keep up the great work Tony!

[@paul44235]

I've been waiting to see what you do with the NASCAR engine. Absolutely did not disappoint!

[@bryanphipps9131]

You guys are the bomb, not only building great cars, but also helping out another legend car guy.!

[@countswing284]

Great build, looking forward to more! All tri 5's had box frames. They were either seamed or seamless. The convertibles were x'd in the middle for more strength. Cheers! 😎👍🏎🏁🏁

[@StayTunedTA]

Thanks for the info! Copy that.

[@RP-ks6ly]

Love the tri 5s, add in that epic engine and you've got yourself a very nice ride, congrats.

[@dankelly2403]

I like your music choices Tangelo.

[@emoryzakin2576]

Exciting stuff; can't wait to see this thing rip! Also can't wait to see Tony's face when he does it, dude is going to be ear to ear smiles!

[@ipoopmuffins]

i am SO glad you went with a 4 speed man, really suits that car. this has become one of my favorite projects on youtube.

[@just4guitar558]

Good on ya, Tony! Thanks for dedicating some time, space and kind words for Magneto! People have completely crushed his GFM goal. Well deserved

[@7Sonic7]

The grind. The work. You guys do not let up. What an inspiration! Love you guys!

[@marcelljohnson6118]

I wish you guys were closer to me You are great fabricators I can't wait to see that chevy run Keep on Rocking

[@StricklyCryptic]

Can we all just give it up for Tony, dude was the first and still is one of the top Donors to Steves Gofundme Thats absolutely amazing man! Thank you for mentioning Mr. Mags

[@keith4936]

Hi Tony, thanks for mentioning Steve. I've been meaning to donate, thanks for the reminder. I went right over and donated. Lastly, thanks for something good to watch on a Saturday night! Great job

[@troymecey]

2 of my favorites- 55 Chevy and a SB1 ! Killer combo!

[@orange72mc71]

You're a good Dude Tony. Thanks for supporting Steve. Love that 55 BTW!

[@montebuck78]

Love this project, can't wait to see more. One comment on the "California Frame". All Trifives had boxed frames, but there were two different kinds. Yours is an example of the "seamed" frame (you can see the seam all along the bottom where the two separate pieces of c channel were welded together). The "California/one piece/seamless" frame utilized a seamless tube for the framerails instead.

[@marlonbrown1461]

I'm so glad you started this project. It's the one I've been waiting for.

[@chirp08]

Always wanted to swap one of these into something but I'll just live vicariously through you. So pumped to see a bunch of guys doing unique and interesting builds on a normal budget and relatable mindset (although this one is obviously an exception).

[@StayTunedTA]

Right on, thanks!

[@GordMalisefski-by6ze]

I’m pumped on this one. Sb2.2 is a dream I’ve always had, great work guys

[@pete79602]

Wow, those plates went on with Way less work than I was anticipating. Great work y’all and Barb for those Exact Fits… NICE. 🍻 🍕 squad !

[@lelandkarlson9211]

I have a 57 project very similar condition as yours this video makes me want to start working on it! thanks keep up the good work Tony

[@mikeg9140]

I love that saw! Used one like it in high school metal shop. I got spoiled having it at my disposal. That 55 was a good buy. You and Derek need to do another segment on that car pricing game. That was fun. I really hate the stupid prices people ask for crap cars. There are deals out there, but much harder to find these days.

[@sru1436]

I love 55s too. GOD DAMN, THAT MOTOR IS AMAZING!

[@davedeja]

I am so ready to hear that thing do a tire shredding burnout. What will be bigger, The smoke cloud or the smile on Tony's face? You guys are great, love all the content. There aren't many content creators that can make me sit through an hour long video without even hesitating but you you and Derek are among the few. Long Live Stay Tuned!

[@jimpearmain7882]

Loving everything about this channel. Keep dishing up slices of the good stuff.

[@alexcorona]

I grew up a Gordon fan as well, but Jimmy was right there also. He was the GOAT at NASCAR for all my childhood basically.

[@brianlafollette7530]

That was a fast install. Hopefully the rest is not a catastrophe

[@leonardhirtle3645]

What a great build and that bandsaw was a good deal. Can’t wait to see it run.

[@grundyb]

Oh! Cool! I have the same Eastwood sand blaster. Mine was shipped in a small box with sheet metal panels. I had to pop rivet the thing together. 🍕🍻🏁

[@brianschmidt2747]

Tony did I miss the cost of a motor like that. A Hendrick small block. I love the whole package.

[@toralfcross3819]

The new band saw is an awesome piece! Looking like professionals more and more every week.

[@notsure8041]

Totally been waiting for this project ! And that's great of you looking out for Steve, it sucks he has to sell his house and rides.

[@adamcraker9629]

Awesome that your supporting Steve!!

[@BelowAmbient]

wow it has been such a long time since Ive seen a youtuber properly cut metal for fabrication... cutting disks get spendy and you end up wasting alot of matrial...thank you for bringing forth awareness to quality metal fab...i just got about 75% into the video and noticed a good ole ancient drill press also... loving the use of these amazing reliable machines!!

[@StayTunedTA]

Cool, thanks! I love using this old equipment! It all works great!

[@GkPhotographic]

Hey from Dublin Ireland , not the biggest fan of the tri 5 . but just standing beside that engine makes everything cool . great show as usual . be safe

[@JimmyMakingitwork]

Man I thought my Blueprint 383 was a beast, that thing is incredible! Steve seems like a solid dude. Hope he turns things around with our help!

[@garthhmurray]

Wow! great episode. Great story good content. You guys are coming right along. Your music is really complimentary to your style and identity. I love the old equipment you keep getting. it really adds to the old munition factory vibe. Also good on ya for the Steve Magnante nod. Great job!

[@persioabreu7376]

Guy's that engine plate looks awesome. Almost looks like you know what you're doing. Love the content, keep it up.

[@allengivens9852]

The 811 lb beast!!!! That's a great name. Allen from Pittsburgh PA 412

[@crnutsmotorsports]

Your a Class Act, its a pleasure to support such a genuine channel.

[@bradleylovej]

I am so pumped for this project! That was a great episode.

[@SightsNjunk]

Awesome episode! I love that you guys have the history of that motor.

[@carlphelps4098]

Great fab techniques Tony! Well thought out too.💯💥

[@josephvantreeck2989]

Hey Tony! Great project, can't wait to see how you are able to bring it all together!