the RAREST and STRONGEST front diff for a 2nd gen Syclone

[@sergeantspeed5941]

Gotta love that no matter where you live in the country, the same 10 songs play on the radio on repeat.

[@Joe-hz1nw]

I was a lifeguard in high school. Same 15 songs in a row, same order, over and over until it drove us insane. Terrible.

[@sergeantspeed5941]

@@Joe-hz1nw I used to work on cars in the shop and after 2 short years, I was completely broken as a man. I had to work in silence. I couldn't take it anymore

[@user-neo71665]

Drove an 18 wheeler for 10 years all over the US for a few years and can confirm.

[@CrazyWillification]

RIP Chris Cornell

[@cbucha]

​@@62guitarguyI was coming to say this exact same thing.

[@69castellano]

I have one of those iron case front diffs for my AWD supercharged V8 S-10 blazer project. I also have the AWD front axel for parts. 3.73:1 gear ratio as well. Mine will have a Zexel torsion carrier. making it 4 wheel positraction.

[@shawnpoole9649]

Also building a 1st Gen supercharged AWD V8. I am going to attempt swapping in a 1/2 ton AWD front diff from the same Denali I got the rest of the drivetrain from.

[@chrisk6474]

It's never a cookie cutter build. Beefing up the differential to AWD is such a nice touch to a project. ❤ Can't wait to see what's next!

[@madkidd00000007]

Except it doesn’t need beefing up. There are LS turbo swapped Syclone and typhoons running stock front and rear diff with zero issues. They weigh less than 4K lbs and split the torque so they live.

[@Ghandisgarage]

just an FYI for anyone wanting to do a similar thing, late 90s stickshift blazers also had iron diffs, not just the Zr2

[@c.j.s.2767]

I've been a mechanic for 29 years. I care about doing things right, I don't half ass anything. I don't cut corners, I don't just change parts until the problem is solved and I'm honest. I know, crazy right! Glad to see you go ahead and tear it down and do what needs to be done. Not criticizing, but maybe next time wrap that pry bar with some electrical tape when your prying out a stubborn seal and your up against the sealing surface againt. Got mad respect for you and you great work ethic.

[@ItsDaJax]

It's not crazy, it's how you save money and stuff. G'on get it done now, before it gets worse later.

[@jamesaustin4044]

You can hang plastic sheets from the sides of the vehicle when pressure washing and it keeps everything else from getting messy.

[@fillupread]

Subscribed! This is the kind of video gearheads like. No fancy editing, no $(#*$ music, no one acting like a clown, just simple, informative and to the point. Cant wait to see the final results of this build.

[@WyattDuBois-t4z]

Man, thank you for just being a normal person and just making simple videos with commentary. I can watch these all day!

[@rjm7168]

Yeah - cleaning oil and grease off the frame usually takes paint with it. I just rattle can the exposed portions of the frame some black semi-gloss.

[@joethepirate1]

That was quite the dance removing the front sway bar. LOL Looking forward to your engine choice. I'm hoping you're going BIG. (6.2L)

[@davidgibbons7651]

There is nothing like that sigh of relief when you get that bolt in and you know that the thing you're suspending in air is not going to fall on you. 19:50

[@o2boutdoors]

Love this build! Appreciate seeing the details on combining the best of the best parts from different applications. I think it's great that you're using a lighter vehicle this time around, and I bet it will be a blast to drive.

[@garywinkel1831]

LT, I completely appreciate your desire to always do everything right. Anything worth doing, is worth overdoing.

[@badmoon5249]

Glad to see someone on YT who cleans up a messy truck before putting it back together. Good job, LT!

[@mikelovin7]

I'd call it the Hurricane since Typhoon and Cyclone has already been used, and this could have been the next version if GM had created it. 👍🏻

[@bobbobby1846]

Twister

[@kleankustomz8454]

Great content! I miss truck tech... it's cool seeing the logo in your tool chest!

[@brianbrewer8683]

I totally relate to that "while your in there" mind set. I love your sound track also!

[@Dylan-ff4vs]

Watching you work on that front diff gave me flashbacks. I had to replace actuators and encoder motors on every 4x4 Chevy I've owned. On the last one I replaced the diff actuator with a choke cable and put a manual shift T-case in it. Wish I would have known about the Bravada shaft!

[@motov8-garage832]

Sounds like you know a good bit about the s10 4x4 system to possibly?🤔 I have a question about fixing mine, I'll try to keep it short. 2000 ZR2 Blazer, havnt had 4x4 for 10 years (yea ive been slacking) Push button does nothing, no sounds, the bellow doesnt move. Questions are, what parts do I check out mainly? Obviously the vacume lines (I definitely know there cracked and bad) then the bellow (its looks alright).. Maybe you know what's typically wrong because I know this is a common problem. I feel like I should hear a relay clicking when I hit the button. Possibly the actuater or button its self? Is there anything else?

[@Dylan-ff4vs]

@@motov8-garage832 Do the lights on the push button come on at all?

[@bobbycuesroadhouse2204]

I can appreciate your attention to detail! Can’t wait to see this truck rip! 2nd gen SYCLONED!

[@Fierofreak01]

Get yourself a ZQ8 steering box, it will give you a faster ratio than the stock 4WD one. And while your at it, grab the anti-hop shock and its associated bracketry and it will keep wheel hop to a minimum.

[@macattack1392]

The hop shock?

[@Fierofreak01]

@@macattack1392 Yeah, google ZQ8 anti hop shock and you’ll see what I’m referring to. Think of it like acting similar to a traction bar. I’d post a link, but obviously KZbin won’t let you.

[@gailtaylor1636]

I'd bet can't find one of those shocks with the juice still in it. I know one on my 99 isn't doing anything. Anyone make an aftermarket?

[@Alloutdrs1]

​@@macattack1392it's a shock that goes from the rear axle to the frame on the passenger side. My zq8 S10 has one, they are tough to find if you need one.

[@macattack1392]

@Alloutdrs1 oh interesting. I would think aftermarket would have replacements. Or is it something that don't really need to be replaced. & guessing xtreme's don't have it?

[@jamesalexander7540]

mad skills balancing the anti roll bar with your foot

[@gusmarrero6030]

Hell yeah already loving this build!

[@robwatson7204]

Always loved s10s. Still want a first gen project that I can put a VW 1.9TDI in

[@schizo.marmalade]

This video was actually a huge help. I have a 2000 blazer 2-door, and the 4WD is cooked. I wanna switch to just AWD, but most videos don't show the re-installation. I found your channel after scrolling for a bit, n' I'm definitely subscribing!

[@noe5723]

S10s look like it would be convenient and fun to own

[@dragster9886]

I don't know about 2nd gens but a 4.3 1st gen 4x4 is tight in the engine bay simple to get to tbi unit and front accessories since I have e-fans but spark plugs etc are harder than you would think. Plus parts for the first gens are getting harder to find. I still love it though

[@kenleppek]

They're good little trucks if you don't mind the lack of interior space.

[@ItsDaJax]

I had a 91 s10 Blazer 4door and loved it. Wanted to trick that thing out.

[@michaelhenderson5098]

Ha Ha! I'm sitting here watching you work while wearing my McFarland Racing T Shirt! :) I am too old to do this kind of work anymore so I get my enjoyment from watching videos on the tube. Yours, Cleets, VGG, Flying Sparks, Alex, etc. Thanks for posting.

[@SampsonAllen]

I think this is your best build yet. I think it will be a rocket

[@RogerJohnson-j9v]

i would let you work on anything i drive , your work that you show on your vids give me total confidence in your stuff

[@GEARHEADdezign]

Sweet. Both of my 5spd "Z69" Blazers have the cast iron front diff. I kinda want to take the offroad one apart and Lincoln lock it and use a push/pull cable to engage and disengage the pass side

[@stephenyambor1422]

Love everything about the truck, I had a 2 door Blazer (non ZR2) and the front diff would make a banging sound. Seeing all those pieces from the front diff dissembled makes it easy to show how fragile that disconnect system is. I wanted to manually lock it in, but I could have had a problem with that shift sleeve/coupler thing. I love that you deburred everything in the cast iron diff, I wouldn't be able to resist either. Setting up the diff, I always thought that the in/lbs torque wrench was to check for problems, I thought the main thing you wanted to do is set the pinion depth with the crush sleeve and then check that the rotating force is within spec..

[@Guillotines_For_Globalists]

You have to shim it first. The crush sleeve is for the bearing preload, not for gear mesh.

[@tobybeast123]

I love the way this build is going!!! I like all the details. Also Cleetus needs to sponsor a video for you with all the merch you were wearing in this video!! LOL

[@chrisliberty1773]

Always admire your attention to detail (most of us call that OCD...fellow member here)....looking great!

[@FatDan.]

Category 4 would be a cool name.

[@dwaynerozier2422]

Thanks for going through all the steps

[@wicked650s]

Austin Lefort said he would be stopping by your shop to give you a hand. Can't wait to see what happens!!

[@krnwhitlow]

Such a great combination to make a more Bullitt proof,I agree if you go to the trouble of removing it might as well fix and over build l love this project....I hate all that grease and oil everywhere I like a clean canvas to work..I have 91 s10 parts you can have..I like it keep going

[@johndouglas8846]

Nice work, fyi: engine swaps in 4x4 S10's are easier if you remove the body bolts and lift it up 3-4 inches. At least it was for me when I did my ZR2 LS Swap. I used 4x4 wood spacer blocks. Enjoy seeing others do what I used to be able to. I'm excited to see your engine choices next time.

[@stefanolynyk9437]

It all looks pretty. Can’t wait to see how it does… I wish your shop was just down the street. I got a 04 Suburban I had since it was a puppy and would love for you to tweak it…😉

[@ryanwilliams8865]

This oem+ kick reaffirms my love for 2000ish gm's

[@hemibreath]

You got lucky with the torsion bar keys. I always need to heat and beat those blasted things!

[@jonathandalton863]

When I do those kind of jobs the most important part to remember about degreasing is fire control. I could care less how it looks but if something were to get out of hand at least it doesn't have excess to feed off of

[@michaelcase600]

Gonna a nice truck always wanted to see a second Gen take on a syclone

[@selrahc2061]

There a solid metal bypass for that selonoid. Also pretty sure you can get a torsen differential to replace that open diff.

[@justatim8143]

It may be time for cab mounts also as my 98 went around 100,000 miles and had flattened rubber between the mounts and cab. The Urethane bushings worked great for mine but I live in a salt state and my frame brackets were rusted so I added washer to close the holes. I wish I still had my 98 S-10 but the body was starting to go every where.

[@MichaelHigginsJR]

You can get a limited slip for that front axle. I have one in my rig.

[@hotrodtex2124]

That swaybar removal made me chuckle the way you used your foot lol

[@MigQ-z7j]

Making it look simple good stuff man

[@bullitjohnson9917]

Funny that I started seeing you build on the old power block. Keep it up man

[@sstreet9436]

Nice work! Though, I might suggest hanging up some plastic to contain and 'direct' the water/gunk during that cleaning to at least just that bay. You sure got to wear a fair bit of it. :) I'm guessing on a 4.8L swap, perhaps with the success of the COPO truck; maybe? Look forward to this project as it continues.

[@waynejordan4157]

You could combine the two names from both turbocharged options. Cyclone and Typhoon = Tryclone

[@mikefew4232]

Or the Cyphoon, btw its spelled Syclone.

[@parkercustoms870]

Project: Psych-clone SS Explanation: Front end made it sketchy to drive when you got it, so it would be crazy to turn into a Sport Truck. Syclones were AWD turbos. SS's were V-8s. Future Mods: V-8 and twin turbos

[@hotrodporsche996]

Super enjoyed!! Looking forward to the next video and what engine you'll be going with.

[@jamesfoberson]

It was my dream to do this exact thing, but with a 2 door Jimmy and manual trans (I used to work at GMC). GM Performance actually built one but with the Isuzu nose on it.

[@raystevens687]

Hay LT here is a thought you those host you took out maybe you bring 1 of them back and install it maybe on side of your building or out back somewhere you could do cars or trucks in the air. It would probably be a spring into summer time. This way if you don't have time to clean it up the moment you clean up later. Hope you like the Idea 💡.

[@davecarakasavage919]

Should source a zr2 rearend too bigger beefier axles disc brakes an a touch wider, have to regear it to 3:73s if that’s the gears you want since they are 3:42 factory but way beefier axles aswell with the disc brakes an the tad bit wider than stock 10 bolt makes it where you can run a little wider tires without tubbing plus the g80 comes in a zr2 rear end

[@ericbrenner690]

ZR2's came with 3.73 gears

[@LawrenceTolman]

I actually did swap in a rear zr2 axle in the last few videos… 8.5” 10 bolt with 3.73 gears

[@davecarakasavage919]

@@ericbrenner690 no zr2 with the 5spd came with 3:42s

[@teaguegearhart9851]

Complete rebuild. Count me in. I love the way your brain works. Now we got a Frankenstein monster machine. 😎

[@josephnubile1970]

You are doing a Fantastic job. I really enjoy watching your videos. I cant wait to see what engine you plan on running in this truck. hope its a real tire burner.

[@scottc4433]

When you go ls, use good clamshells. The ones I got from dirty dingo for my 4x4 jimmy sagged out quick and oil pan was sitting on the diff .

[@dw6015]

This is awesome, but unless you have massive diameter tires and a locker going off road, that aluminum housing is a great awd housing.

[@joshuaatkins5197]

I've always wanted to build a typhoon clone but have moved past the project. Now that I'm neck deep in a shovelhead, jeep, square body Suburban builds and my buddy offers me a running driving Bravada for $500. I put a couple hundred dollars in Parts in it and now it's a nice running driving rig. It's freaking so hard to not just build up a typhoon clone or rip the engine out for my Jeep build aaaaahhhhhh!

[@masoncomeaux4105]

That’s a beautiful voodoo blue tundra in the background!

[@simon_hawk5758]

Nice work! Love this build! You the man!

[@dirtypeanut6590]

I found a cast iron front diff in the junkyard once. I saved it along with the 8.5” rear end.

[@V8RJIM]

A LT based engine would be cool, or a turbo 4.8 LS. I put a N/A 4.8 I built in mine and it’s relatively rowdy. I can only imagine what a turbo 4.8 with AWD would be like….

[@mikefew4232]

It's nice to know you have a type LT. All it has to be is a fast V8 all wheel drive truck, that's all.

[@justinlewis420]

All s10's with 4wd and a 5speed from 98-2004 came with a cast iron front diff and an 8.5 rear diff.

[@johncole9798]

Loving this build, keep it coming!

[@Nanan00]

Can you provide info on that parts washer sink & cabinet combo unit?

[@andrewdavis4724]

Crystal Clean Aqueous Model 2725

[@bobqzzi]

So...very cool project, but that diff is so tiny I have my doubts it will survive. Hope it does though. Can't wait for the Ferrari V8 to go in.

[@wadesrage]

First thing look into getting fox racing goggles for safety glasses. The foam seals to your face not allowing anything in! Second check out MC PERFORMANCE! They are developing a tubular upper and lower control arm for 4x4 s10s that allow a coilover!

[@brandonhartley8278]

Can't stress enough about the 1 ton idler upgrade and replacing the steering shaft rag joint with a u joint... that stock idler ain't gonna handle what your doing

[@kenleppek]

For the full size GM trucks they make an aluminum slug to replace the 4wd actuator to always keep the front axle live. This is particularly useful in the earlier OBS trucks that use a thermal actuator and you have to wait forever for your front axle to engage. It's called an on demand conversion and it's available for order at every parts store, a little spendy compared to the conventional actuator though.

[@TylerD600]

He actually talked about this on the step side project

[@johntrhodes1]

To use the slug on an nbs truck I needed to shorten the slug a little so the axle wasn't tight. Does that seem right?

[@kenleppek]

@@johntrhodes1 as long as it keeps the fork pushed enough to keep the collar engaged you should be fine

[@johntrhodes1]

@@kenleppek thanks

[@Mavrik-60]

Did i just watch you pressure wash you rig in the shop in the air. Lol KEEPEMCOMING

[@thetruejay20]

L67 Buick V6 fully built, lots of boost, and AWD conversion!

[@alecluce]

Pretty cool build. Subbed.

[@needXC90]

Grab some of those Xtreme body pieces to make it look Syclone-esque

[@macattack1392]

You are definitely wearing a good amount of that dirt & grease from under the truck. Lol Im super picky too. Work tries to make fun of my OCD but my work is always the best it can be & always clean.

[@ChrisInIndy46221]

LT! GM had the Syclone and Typhoon maybe the New Truck could be Project Hurricane???

[@scottr4086]

Since you have the ability to get to all the frame, you should throw some surface shields on it. You will most likely get s couple years out of it assuming it's applied correctly

[@jakewade7388]

Love this kind of content!

[@markwegner6100]

Great job!

[@kenleppek]

Should have left the grease. That's free undercoating. In my neck of the woods those frames are prone to rust

[@ryurc3033]

Where have you heard the aluminum cases are wimpy? Just curious, I thought the bravada setup front in the front, and rear was good until you got over 700hp (if you trade out the g80, and use good cv axles) but i did find my 99 and 2000 bravada both have the single speed automatic engagement 4x4 transfer case with no viscous coupler. Bum bum bbbbbuuuuuummmmm Im following along because i have an 87 2 door blazer, a 4x4 2 door blazer frame, a crashed 2000 bravada for parts, and a 2009 5.3 Really im cool with the stock 5.3, so maybe factory nv3500 stands a chance (probably wont even withstand what i want to do) Anyway thanks!

[@chadt7482]

I am really looking forward to this build, a 500 hp na ls would make this little truck move out .

[@richardsilva5134]

I didn't see any shims being used. I'm getting the spacing right it's supercritical especially if you don't want any noise coming from the front diff. Also one thing to consider and I am sure you have is that you lose your 4 low. For me I have installed a np246 transfer case and also found a cast iron front diff off a ZR2 as well. I'm actually going the other direction and the reason I'm changing my front diff on the 2001 GMC Safari AWD it's because I want you 4x4 but mainly for for low when pulling heavy loads out of a hole etc. the problem I had is the AWD front diff would not release the passenger axle just because I was in 2 high the front all wheel drive differential was locked in and I ground hopped on corners. Just wanted to share what I'm going through right now LOL. I have as much OCD of probably a little bit more because I have to wire brush all of the bolts and then clear coat everything they're not going to POR 15. Great video and great work sir.

[@bootleggergarage7737]

Have you ever thought about going with a coilover front suspension instead of the torsion?

[@madkidd00000007]

Really should research SyTys and LS swapped ones also. Lots of upgrades that would be good for an off road 4wd or RWD with slicks. The stock front diffs and even the rears with a girdle can take 1000 plus all day everyday when in an AWD setup

[@johndcramblit3045]

A while back I watched a video from a couple of guys you used to work with on tv, Pat Topolinski & Frank, & they were hot rodding a 4.3L & they said those engines will take a lot of abuse IF YOU ENLARGE THE OIL DRAINAGE HOLES, otherwise the oil doesn't drain fast enough from the heads when running it hard & you spin a bearing...or 4! I think it would be cool to see how much of a difference ported & polished heads would make as well, that would be a great compliment to a turbocharger!

[@macattack1392]

blazer sway bar? Im guessing zr2... are they bigger, placed different, etc I want to learn as much as i can. Please specify the little tweaks like u do with the bigger things. My 1st vehicle was an 89 s10, then 87s10blazer, then 97 gmc jimmy. All 2 wheel & stock motors. Now im checking out FB. Missed a free zr2 s10 for FREE few months back. (I saw it but no trailer.) So learning all i can for now. Then, Definitely getting a project after i move next year. Rambling beyond here if u care to read. Lol😂 Cant do anything to my DD. Its lame but been great to me for yrs & got super cheap. 13 elantra got for $7.5k in 2017 with 34k on it. Clean title, 1 owner. Thats what trade in value was & thats all they wanted. So paid up & ut was mine.

[@jakebray2702]

Get the quick ratio steer box from an extreme or zr2

[@noahmiller6115]

How much power do you expect to put to the front drive? I bet you put way too much and I can't wait to see it. Paint it now, paint and rust remover are not getting cheaper.

[@deanmoberg445]

Larry, always love your content! Miss seeing you on the Sunday morning show you used to host. Quick question; is a rebuild of the diff or 'recondition'?.not trolling or trying to split hairs. Just curious how one would differentiate the two terms? As always, enjoy your content!

[@LawrenceTolman]

To me, I consider it a rebuild if it gets all new bearings and seals like I did, because that’s replacing all the wear items, but that’s just me.

[@jnljnl8485]

Makes me wonder if the s15 had stouter running gear

[@ege713]

Project name - Psy-Clone

[@matthewf1979]

Front coil overs would be great.

[@thefiascogarage3215]

One of my first times at Numidia with my '93 4.3 5-speed 4x4 Sonoma, the 2nd guy I went up against was Andy Jensen when he just got his blue C6. I actually tree'd and 60'd him by starting out in 4wd and shifting it to 2wd on the 1-2 shift. Then I saw tail lights for the rest of it. My '87 WO2 did better. Made my own RPO V75 "liqiud tire chain for my hardtop LS1 4th gen. That actually worked, 1.7 60's on junk 17" snow tires. Be cool to do one on an AWD.

[@macattack1392]

What is rpo v75 liquid tire. Sorry just trying to learn whatever I can.

[@thefiascogarage3215]

@@macattack1392 Just search for it. It's a 1970 RPO code. You can probably patent it again with a mod and get wealthy. I know at least 100 more if you want to listen?

[@thefiascogarage3215]

@@macattack1392 Just search the RPO code. We can't share links on here anymore, but one of my favorite commercials is for a 1970 Caprice with a girl driving it in a snowstorm.

[@jlmedra7346]

Keep up the great content. You should add a transmission cooler, that 4l60 its going to be running hot 😂

[@joseantoniocastrellonjr2568]

LT, I recently came in to a 2003 S10 4WD LS. I wanted to drop it in the front but am having trouble finding drop spindles for it. Would you please let me know where you are getting yours from if you plan to drop the front end?

[@mikesmith7447]

Big Aluminum LS with boost Please!😁

[@joserivera-ul1df]

LT, first time swapping out rear differential to LSD 9.5 on a 97 Silverado 4x4. Can you help me out on setting the pinion bearing and shim?