Top 5 Performance Mods for Horsepower

MODS SEEN IN THIS VIDEO:
AEM Brute Force Intake System - amzn.to/2GwEpdo -- **NOTE** Keep in mind an intake will give you a bit of grunt (sound), but ALONE, it is not a mod that you will actually FEEL any power. It's just a starting place. Once you add a high flow muffler AND get it tuned, you will start to feel the difference.
Flowmaster 50 Series Delta Flow Muffler - amzn.to/2GxAMDZ
Edge Products 85350 CS2 Gas Evolution Programmer - amzn.to/2GvUi3I
Speed Engineering Long Tube Headers - amzn.to/2FIt2Of
COMP Cams 54-451-11 XFI Xtreme Truck 208/212 Cam for GM LS GEN III/IV - amzn.to/2DvRiRN
**** YOU DON'T HAVE TO PULL THE HEADS TO DO A CAM SWAP *** I was not aware of it at the time, but they make a great tool for that: amzn.to/2RywhAh
Power Stop KC2010A-36 Front & Rear Z36 Truck and Tow Brake Kit with Calipers - amzn.to/2FTv5CF
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[@juanvillalobos952]

I will always take car advice from a guy wearing a in n out Burger shirt

[@TheFaithtrix]

In all likelihood the back of his shirt has a street rod on it. Most In-N-Out shirts do.

[@juanvillalobos952]

@@TheFaithtrix I didn't know that but still lol

[@TahoeSteve]

You're correct. A 67 GTO if i remember correctly

[@migueltorrez3594]

No fuckin shit!

[@skymonkey30]

Well I guess it's a good thing I like In-N-Out Burger. So maybe I should listen!

[@DONTCALLMETHAT]

I'm so glad I found this video. I've been torn for weeks over how I want my 04 to sound. Now I know. Thank you so much and I love the way your truck sounds.

[@TahoeSteve]

Glad I could help and thank you

[@booyow3886]

Didn’t know Ron Jeremy knew so much about cars n trucks

[@cathy4444]

haha..this younger generation dont know who ron is

[@Mr.Anderson.81]

First thought when I clicked on this video lol

[@novaturient5169]

Very, very great video, especially for us fellows looking to be steered in the right direction in regards to where to begin, what to expect and what to look out for. 10/10

[@TahoeSteve]

comments like this keep me going, thanks for watching!

[@fckrgy1]

Awsome video my guy. I have an 04 1500 z71 sillvy and i plan on doing these bolt on mods as well. You just told me everything i needed to know!

[@l.b.stringfellow2413]

Fantastic realistic suggestions !! Great job

[@gregorydennis3107]

7:34-7:38 great info buddy appreciate it all love the cam sounds btw 😂

[@TahoeSteve]

Glad you enjoyed

[@nigelmccure6640]

learned something brand spankin new about Tuning an engine bud so thanx man so much appreciated buddy because I take everything that you just said to heart bud and would absolutely follow your advice when it comes down to tuning my engine

[@TahoeSteve]

Glad to help

[@nigelmccure6640]

@@TahoeSteve yours truly man thanx again buddy because I have been doing it wrong all of these years man now I have learned how to do it peropley now

[@Erob1727]

Thank you, Steve. Just ran across your channel. Great video. I have a 97 Chevy OBS short bed, and an '03 GMC Sierra ext. cab. Everything is stock on '03 Sierra with 5.3 and only 85,000 miles. Will try your performance ideas out on it. The '97 has a rebuilt V6 vortex with Flowmaster 50s with duels on it. Love the sound. I need more horsepower from the V6. Will definitely try your ideas. Will subscribe and continue to watch your videos. God bless.

[@moncier77]

I have done the intake, cam and lifters/springs and rods, tune, high pressure spring in oil pump, new cats with rear delete. Next long tube headers and flow master 50. I’m shooting for 450

[@Angel_Ventura915]

I've got a Spectre cold air intake True dual exhaust with cherry bomb glass packs I need to do headers. Good video bro

[@keokimerseburgh3041]

Thank-You, For Sharing Your Expertise Steve, I Appreciate You... I Just Love The Old School Mod's, And I Can't Agree Enough, The Cam Make's A Big Difference Of The Old Classic's... Keep The Video's Coming My Friend.

[@TahoeSteve]

thanks so much! appreciate the views!

[@albertmedina812]

Thanks for the video Steve 👍🏽

[@charleswilliams3979]

I liked how you presented everything, not going too wild& costly !

[@TahoeSteve]

thanks

[@larryakimseu]

Hey bro.. really like this video. Thank you for sharing. 2016 Silverado Z71. Boom!

[@jackdarren9801]

Cold air intake Headers and Flowmaster Bigger TB 50lb injectors High performance coil packs 8mm wires and good platinum plugs And get a tunner boom easy and you've gained 100hp that way for around $2000

[@41663]

I did the the cold air intake last year and Ill be leaning towards the exaust and headers when I hit the lotto. Thanks for the info

[@kevinhernandez1301]

thank man really helped me get a idea we’re to start with my build I got a 2000 Tahoe

[@cymatic83]

This is SO helpful. Thank you for the crystal clear and concise breakdown.

[@TahoeSteve]

So glad to help. Thanks for watching!

[@andreyross4642]

Thank you sir. Well done!

[@coolcatsgarage558]

Great video, Thanks Steve!!

[@pporras]

Hell yeah thanks Steve! Doing everything you said to my suburban 🤘🙂

[@Sn99kwsb]

Upgrading the throttle body and intake manifold is a huge plus also

[@higiniosanchez9532]

Thank you !I’m excited to get some work done on my truck your ,video will help !☺️

[@TahoeSteve]

Good luck. Have fun !

[@kkingquad]

I put a 40 series FM single in/duel out and it sounds great! I need to definitely upgrade my intake .

[@TahoeSteve]

and tune ....

[@jerryjoseph1866]

Great info Steve...I greatly appreciate your take and the clear explanation of the reasoning behind your mods.

[@TahoeSteve]

Thanks so much for watching. Comments like yours help keep me motivated to keep making videos. Much appreciated!

[@K1DWOLF]

Glad I found your channel

[@jayrox1726]

Yes I was waiting for brakes & suspension thanks for the tips

[@TahoeSteve]

Anytime

[@Duke_of_Prunes]

Great list. I probably would have listed a tuneup and oil change as number one, but technically I guess that is more maintenance than performance mod.

[@miketho217]

Love it, definitely doing headers, and possibly a cam swap but I’ve never done a cam swap so I’ll just wing it😂

[@johnnytv7620]

Got a summit racing turbo flow exhaust, definitely recommend for all 1995 and 6 Silverado owners. It’s a cat back but it makes the truck sound way better with a nicer growl to the engine.

[@samueldesbiens2524]

Thank you for the info Steve. I just bought a 2003 s10 small block and studying as much as I can to restore and improve upon it.

[@TahoeSteve]

Congrats on your buy. I have a 06 Colorado and would love to stuff a 5.3 in that

[@pmotorsports8276]

Carburetor or fuel injection?

[@samueldesbiens2524]

Injection

[@wheeliebiker4941]

i love the channel bro keep up the good work :)

[@TahoeSteve]

thanks so much. Thanks for watching!

[@wheeliebiker4941]

@@TahoeSteve nah thank you for such a helping channel

[@joshuacataldo2612]

2014 Camaro SS here. Muffler delete (increased my exhaust by approximately 4 db), K&N cold air, removed the resonator for an X-pipe, BBk shorty tuned length headers and a Power Wedge. Amazing throttle response! Great higher end rpm response BUT I now need a tune. Steel braided brake lines stop this car hard.

[@muntercota5423]

Sweet man thanks again

[@richmondwiggins3919]

I was waiting for that spider he keeps looking up at to come down. Thanks for the advice.

[@TahoeSteve]

He's still up there!

[@hellofromgatsville8]

Thank you for the help. I have a 2002 tahoe that I'm thinking about either selling, or putting in lots of money to make it nice

[@darrylcampbell5140]

I have a '00 Silverado 2500 (not the HD, so it's 600lbs lighter) 6.0ltr,4l80E transmission, 4 wheel disc brakes, posi track rear end. I added a K&N, Flowmaster, shorty smog headers, high output coils, and a Diablo engine tuner. It is a work truck and a total sleeper!

[@gabejohnson1245]

nice, I have a 1991 454ss, its a REAL sleeper

[@tysoncayaditto6851]

Great info Steve. Very helpful

[@efrainsaucedo7872]

Congratulations Sr. That is a wonderful Chevy!!! And a great video

[@TahoeSteve]

thanks for watching!

[@genarodelacruz1017]

@@TahoeSteveI have a 2013 Chevy Silverado LS 4x4 engine 5.3 I want to upgrade "fast and a good sound" what can I start with??...

[@TahoeSteve]

@@genarodelacruz1017 if you want that muscle car sound, add a lopey cam and open up the exhaust

[@richk320]

Great video,thanks!

[@TahoeSteve]

thanks for watching!

[@TrishaXuk]

Solid advice, no-nonsense delivery. Love it!

[@chrisford2604]

Trisha Xuk don’t u just look tasty lol

[@TrishaXuk]

@@chrisford2604 thanks chick. Too kind ☺️.

[@brianhernandez3798]

Thanks for your time and knowledge...

[@TahoeSteve]

thanks for watching!

[@tylersnear4856]

Great video- thanks. When you swapped out the cam, what did you have to do with the ECM? Did you have to re-program? If so, with what?

[@calvinlayport3127]

IV got a old 1996 Silverado first up grade IV done so far was putting my injectors at the valves instead of behind the throttle body next headers those two made a big difference next I installed 21/4 inch pipes from the headers about half way back into the pipes that were already on the truck and that made another big difference my next mode is going to be gears this truck has 308 gears very high for my taste 373 would really wake her up iv also running true possi track rear with the help of a minny spool she will get up but with 373 or 392 it's gonna really haul ass but to be honest Im still old school and wish I'd went to a 4 barrle carburetor instead it stops a lot of people because of the 4l60 transmission but it can be wired to work with a carb still have to keep your pcm but the tranny will shift

[@kevinAuman1]

Heck yeah, I have an 03 GMC sierra 2wd 5sp with the 4.8L and shes already wearing Gibson headers, full Gibson catback and a cold air intake, tuned on a dyno all I need to do now is get a decent camshaft and if that doesn't tickly my fancy the procharger kit is coming after that lol

[@Andy-hw1fl]

kevin auman how much power does she make?

[@edwardo1507]

Hey Steve...i have a 2004 Tahoe LT 5.3 Gas....Like your video..I have (not installed yet) an AEM Brute Force CAI (Gunmetal), Jet Performance Mod. Stage 2, and Borla XS Pro Touring muffer...Cant wait to see results..by the way Steve, how much HP gain did you get? Stock on mine is 295 according to Chevy/GM..

[@Evoskywalker]

So far I've done a 102mm lsxrt intake manifold a 92mm tb ,Cai, Texas speed cams 24 inch rims 3 7 drop, injectors next upgrade is long tube headers 🤣

[@jd1029]

Have a 2018 Silverado Z71 with 5.3L, added the MBRP ehxaust, really makes truck more fun to drive. Not too loud and no drone in V4 that I can tell.

[@TahoeSteve]

Thanks for watching

[@turnerway14]

Go ahead and tune the V4 mode out!!! It can create a lifter nightmare and Chevy is not helpful unless you’re dropping 2-3k in their shop. Google lifter failure V4 mode on CarGurus to see how many people have been screwed!

[@coltonjacobs5383]

turnerway14 I second this. I don’t know why GM decided to have a “V4 Mode” in the first place.

[@felixguzman2118]

Steve, thank you for sharing your knowledge, I just subscribed, please keep coming out with these instructive videos. One question, I have a Yukon XL 2500 6.0, and I've got a lot of miles on it (267k) do you think it's time for an engine overhaul? Thanks in advance.

[@TahoeSteve]

That is a very subjective question and the answer is impossible to give you an honest one. If you have the $$$ and want a project, do it! if your'e engine is giving you lots of problems, consider doing it - BUT it is a very time consuming process. took me months (waiting for engine to come back from machine shop, ordering parts, etc). An alternative is dropping a new engine in. Having said that - if you are strapped for cash and the thing works, keep driving it. I'm a crazy man dropping all that cash into an old vehicle. But i can't afford a new one and i LOVE my old truck. That's my two cents. Good Luck!

[@huejass8932]

Get your oil tested and that can tell you what the condition of the internals are like.

[@tootalljay888]

Did we get all those top 5 vids???

[@jeffmillerjr6086]

I think it's pretty cool. this guy's just helping every numb skull that can't think how to modify his car. he's a cool dude. I'm a numb skull fyi

[@TahoeSteve]

i'm definitely not a pro. my thought is that if I can do it, anyone can. I am here to encourage noobs at diving in and going for it.

[@banga8080]

Cool vid

[@arttafil6792]

Long tube headers are great for low and mid range torque.

[@lukemcelheny9789]

I like this guy

[@simmons527]

Steve how about a pedal Commander? What do you think? I've did the air intake (K&N INTAKE), Bora cat back system and the Diablo tuner. I have a 2014 cts coupe not sure of my hp after, but beat any same cars with mods.

[@mttbear]

I selected the link for the brakes but it’s saying that it doesn’t match with my ‘04 Tahoe.

[@mostlymagical3220]

#1 best mod for power: a turbo the size of Jupiter.

[@battyboy305]

Why not pluto

[@TahoeSteve]

Jupiter might be a bit big. it would take forever to spool up. I am gonna agree with the guy who said pluto.

[@gpromburgh]

Ya but With the lag of Olympus Mons

[@anthonyzepeda1389]

Stock engine with a huge turbo ? Doesnt sound safe for the internals lol

[@hovabell3924]

U have a 2009 Tahoe I’m going to look into this

[@jarrettmorris4692]

Cam heads intake that’s where the power is made and a real laptop -dyno tune.

[@TahoeSteve]

Agreed but this video is targeted for the beginner looking for a place to start (both in cost and complexity of project).

[@steverussell6642]

New to upgrading cars but leaned a few things here 👍

[@TahoeSteve]

I'm glad. Thanks for watching!

[@HookinwithGrump]

03 Yukon I’ve done muffler delete adding cold air intake.. do I need to tune after I add long headers and do I have to cam swap if I do long headers?

[@Huckyuu]

I’m going to assume you kept abs when you did the brakes correct? Btw I have a 01 Tahoe and your videos are very informative on the crap I plan to do to mine so thank you sir

[@TahoeSteve]

Yes. And thanks!

[@twinforce_fusion6560]

On modern turbo cars: Tune w/93, intercooler, down pipes/w/X-pipe mid exhaust pipe + cat back, CAIS and sticky 200 UTQG or less tires. These are the top five,...then bigger turbo, DI fuel pump and DI injectors for E85.

[@TahoeSteve]

ok

[@kennitheames401]

I would done number 5 a head port and polish job to still make it breath better

[@lottdawg515]

awesome information Steve! love it. I just pick up 02 Tahoe of $1k. Engine is still great. Cant wait to sup it up.

[@TahoeSteve]

Enjoy it

[@Thumper68]

A set of long tube headers will do more then intake and tuner and cost less.

[@arttafil6792]

Have to be able to whoa all that go!

[@TahoeSteve]

i agree.

[@tylerdass-herod3253]

I got a 🐈 delete and I did the restrictor plate delete on the throttle body, next is a proper intake what else should I do? Is a muffler even necessary since I don't have a 🐈

[@bigguypainting]

Every time I go to in N out I wonder who buys the t-shirts they sell, I wonder no more

[@dakotabrown1741]

Mufflers are actually restrictive & cause back pressure, the best Exhaust Systems are X Pipe for low end H Pipe for high end. X Pipe has good Scavenging. Also I'll give you another major Upgrade pointer that increases power is Ported Intake manifold & Ported throttle body.

[@dakotabrown1741]

@Green Bastard GPE on EBay sells ported parts, you can find parts brand new CNC Ported, but you can Port them yourself however Id do research on Porting before attempting, number 1 rule of thumb always Port Match

[@eddiewaters5445]

I would love to share the progress of my Tahoe with you. I have before and after pictures from when I bought it in April stock. And what it looks like a few months later with some wrench turning and money spending.

[@TahoeSteve]

please do. Thanks for watching!

[@jonathanelizalde6566]

Where did you purchase the rims? I ask because twoof my middle cap rims were kicked of so I want to replace them?

[@jovani___]

Thanks cuhhh

[@TahoeSteve]

Anytime!

[@loganryan1317]

Ron Jeremy, love this content.

[@TahoeSteve]

thank you, (i think). glad to say I have lost a lot of weight since this video.

[@loganryan1317]

Tahoe Steve i promise u it wasnt a insult on weight or anything man lol ron jeremy is hilarious an im pretty sure im bigger than u were in this video

[@TahoeSteve]

@@loganryan1317 All good!

[@BBslider001]

Nice to have found your channel Steve. Great info. Are you in CA? If so, how did these mods affect smog testing?

[@AlecFoster103]

You can't have them if you live in California

[@michaelm.6955]

@@AlecFoster103 yes if you get the CARB approved ones. They come with a carb number.

[@carlthornton3076]

Very Good!

[@TahoeSteve]

Thanks!

[@timschlageter1502]

Great video! To the point!

[@TahoeSteve]

Thanks for watching!

[@bignickola99]

NEW SUBSCRIBER🙌

[@TahoeSteve]

Thanks, glad to have you.

[@flyingmunk8956]

Yeah those power stop evolution brakes are really good. I did them and they are drilled and slotted and have the cool red powder coat. But I about went through the dash after switching from stock to those

[@TahoeSteve]

i didn't feel that much difference myself, but they sure are purdy, and they do work.

[@flyingmunk8956]

I also went from worn out brakes to all new. Did you do the beeding process ?

[@flyingmunk8956]

I got the carbon fiber ceramic blend brake pads also. I dono if you did or not

[@bluu9040]

i have a super 10 on my silverado i wanna put headers on it i think it may be a little loud

[@big-patria-lo3508]

What about the crank pulley/harmonic balancer ? Or throttle body spacer/bigger throttle body,Cat delete.

[@mr_twoston6896]

Very helpful

[@TahoeSteve]

thanks for watching!

[@ismaelpereda6639]

Thanks

[@saltyraptor5681]

The most I like of this video is the cam sound, tip it did!!, Tip it did!!, Tip it did!!!!

[@TahoeSteve]

LOL!

[@503gv2]

You know the best cold air intake? For 2010 Silverado 1500 5.3l vortec? That puts more HP and better performance?

[@OLDBD1]

Awesome thanks .

[@TahoeSteve]

Thanks for watching!

[@juanclemons1492]

nice.i have a 04 tahoe and im going to start there.then im going to bump up my 06 6.0 diesel lol

[@MRALL4FUN]

Great top 5

[@tommymills576]

Can we get more Tahoe videos please

[@aemailaccount5108]

Hey man I got a chevy impala 2013 ltz and I'm trying to build a shopping list. What about a throttle bodie

[@123alpierre]

What do you suggest for suspension?

[@EBO47]

What would 1 recommend someone do to a 1996 caprice v8 ,, where would you start?

[@timschutte8310]

, I agree totally except I would say a turbo charger or super charger or pro charger before a cam swop out. but good video. love your truck and especially your rims !!!!!!! I hate shinny big chrome wheels and I totally love your choice in rims !!!!!!!

[@jonshelley1079]

Gotta have the thump thump. Cams where the 3rd mod I did to my mustang after I bought it. Also my trans am and single cab silverado both had cam swaps. The power and rpms is nice but the sound at stop lights is even better.

[@eagleeyepitts7803]

I put flownaster dual straight pipes on mine. I could tell a difference in horsepower from stock to the new muffler and pipes I put on. I forgot the specific name of them

[@TahoeSteve]

cool

[@steverussell6642]

Good call on the brakes

[@TahoeSteve]

Thanks. I get ripped on including brakes because of the word, "horsepower" in the title. I'm still of the belief that if you're gonna make a bunch of "go-power", you're gonna need "stopping power".

[@traviscarter1461]

Brakes are considered maintenance with some upgrades go to slotted rotors and four-piston calipers semi-metallic pads

[@TahoeSteve]

ok

[@sharpie132]

If your going to add cold air intake, then your going to need a good tune like hp tuners

[@mattquarles7029]

not on a ls. you can add the maf directly to the set up and it actually gain a nice bit of pep and sound.

[@alyssaellis50]

What was the cam set up?

[@azmirvrayne2026]

Dream Theater on Car Mods. Awesome! 🤟

[@TahoeSteve]

Although I am a Dream Theater fan, if you are talking about the outtro, that's just some non copyrighted music.

[@KillerMcDiller]

🤘🏻