My sister and her husband are on there 3rd Suburban (all 2WD) in the past 6 or 7 years (2 were totaled in rear end accidents) and I have come to really appreciate them. They drive pretty well, hold a lot of stuff, tow great (my BIL has towed full size pickups on a steel double axle trailer with no issues with the Vortec 5.7 equipped versions (the current one is a '05 with the 5.3) and get better gas mileage then you might think. I saw nearly 20mpg hwy in one of the 5.7 ;burbs.
I Watched power nation found your 8.1 build which I can't wait to see what you do to it and now you have a old burban with a 454 lol I'm permanently subscribed awesome channel can't wait to see how everything turns out keep up the good work and stay safe Hope everyone is having a great day
That 7.4 vortec is a cool engine for what it is. That intake is a real cool design. Long runners in there. Funny everyone gets wrapped around the HP numbers and over look the torque. My 13 Duramax with 370ish hp and 750 torque never leaves me wanting more. It’s the toque that’s pulling hills and get 20+ mpg not loaded. That 7.4 was meant to tow and get as good as mileage as possible. All those engines (5.7 and 7.4) could use a bit more cam. The LS series sort of swapped things around building max torque and hp on the right side of then graph. Can’t wait to see what you do to this Burb. Cool project!
thanks! i do seem to have a thing for the overlooked engines, so I will probably take on the challenge of adding power to the 454, keeping the stock intake intact.
We have a 1999 K2500 Suburban at work that I drive pretty much everyday. It's a black LT with the 454 and only 280,000 on the original engine and transmission. And it's like close to mint as one that is 21 years old could be. Love driving it but we hate putting gas in it.
Gmt400! Gotta love those. I've got 2 going as projects right now. Complete opposites. A slammed body dropped bagged reg cab and a complete monster super sized 6 door! Both have ls swaps and both are built with these 2 hands! Congrats on the subs! I've thought about doing the TH-cam thing and I honestly don't know why I haven't.
My favorite GMT400 would be a black 2 door Tahoe Limited or Yukon GT. Those were sweet! Nice pick for a new project, good to see the OBS getting some love.
I had a 99 K1500 LT suburban and a matching 99 K1500 ext can SB both black both Chevys. Now we have a 08 suburban LTZ and 08 cc Silverado vortex max both all black!!
I have had a vision of a pretty similar build now for the last few years… let me explain a few of the reasons, some of which you already pointed out! First those suburbans do not get a great deal of attention from enthusiast, and they almost seem to just pass by forgotten and mostly ignored. They do have timeless, classic styling that ages every single day- but does so gracefully. The available big block powertrain with the 4L80 trans make these behemoths a viable option as an absolute workhorse- from pulling trailers to off-roading the option boxes that were checked will lend itself to the endgame here. Something that is often overlooked about these Suburbans though is the level of comfort that they offer, even in the 3/4 ton variety! I recall being younger and riding on long road trips in these things and I never can recall trying to find a way to make myself comfortable- the comfort was just kind of there. Furthermore, if one was wanting to build an overland rig of some sort I believe this would be an absolute stud in that area! The 7.4 is very reliable when properly maintained… they do have a bit of a drinking problem, but they are otherwise a very sound choice for transportation for most any time that duty calls. My vision is to use a Suburban, equipped fairly similar to yours, to pull my Willys Jeep out to the desert and enjoy some random trail riding. If my Willys does decide to fail me??? I have a very capable recovery rig of my own to collect it and return to base. Something like this, even in big block form, could serve me well in a daily driver scenario (I commute less than 5 miles a day). And during hurricane season I can think of no better option to utilize if I need to take a crew of rescuers into the field to perform any type of rescue operations. I have thought it through and justified it to myself in each and every way possible… now, I just have to put my money together long enough to get a sound example and jump on it! With all that being said? I am glad you made the choice that you did and hope to keep up with this project closely until it’s completion! I am late to the game, however that gives me a backlog of content to enjoy in the meantime!
My dad had a 92 GMC Sierra with a 350 and a 4 speed manual and man he really had a fun time in that truck and it had so much power that the rear wheels would spin like crazy (especially when it was raining).
TH-cam just recommended this channel to me, and I already love the videos! I'm not much of a car guy, but I'm excited to watch and see where your channel goes!
FYI... I did install the cab over lights on my 1999 suburban and it made a huge difference. I also swapped the side mirrors for some tow mirrors that helped the appearance as well
hell yeah! a 454 build. I got 2 of those myself. Just did valve springs on one of them for a comp cams tow cam (XR264HR) yesterday. Working on the harness today for the 0411 swap. 1955 chevy pickup
Family over landing rig!? I miss my 2004 Suburban Z71 I had, it was great for family road trips to the in-laws farm in Kentucky! Can’t wait to see more Suburban content! 🤘🏻
I’m converting my 454 L29 with a 502 short block, L29 heads, intake, and efi. But I got the Chevrolet performance timing cover with the cam sensor and crank sensor, and the L21 big block coil near plug valve covers to convert over to LS coils and sequential injection. It’s going in my Airstream motor home with Holley Terminator X injection and a 4L80E trans mission, 19.5 medium duty truck tires to use to tow an enclosed trailer and camp at the races
i just bought a 1999 chevy 2 door Tahoe 350/4l60e 4x4 w/ power door locks with,,,,,83,800 miles on it!!!!!!!!!!! and the skid plates and bottom of the truck has not a scratch on it!!!!!!!! so I'm with ya bud! ill be watching!
Beautiful Suburban LT, that looks nearly identical to the one my granddad used to have with the exception of it being a 3/4 ton and 2 years newer. And you are right about these SUV's getting more disrespect than the pickups, my mother can talk all day about how her 99 suburban 1500 has had never ending braking problems, but I can't wait to see the build videos on this.
My all time favorite vehicle. back in the 70's I drove a '74 1500 Silverado for years. Loved the truck, hated the gas mileage. However, the mid to late 90's were my favorite. Looking forward to seeing what you are going to do with yours.
Super excited for this one LT. I am a huge fan of the OBS trucks. I have a 1992 ext cab short bed that I am putting a 1998 454 into. So I will be watching what you do with this for sure! Congrats on the 10K (now 12K) subs!
Damm change my mind because my next vehicle to haul a trailer, the family and a daily was gunna be the exact same but the crew cab truck with big block of course, this just might change my mind for the ultimate daily
Holley sniper efi. I’m sure they’d sponsor your builds. And a off shelf cam will get you close to 500 hp. I’m looking for one of these gen6 bbc to put in my ss454 the tpi gen 5 big blocks have the peanut ports and 8:5:1 compression. Useless for any power. You’ll find more parts for a gen 6 then a 8.1 vortec as you’ll find out. Also check out torque storms supercharger kits.
OBS Suburbans for life! I've got 2 K1500s and theyre my favorite vehicles ever. Im jealous of your 454 & 4L80... Also, you know youre a unique guy when youve got an 8.1 AND a 700XX in the same garage! haha. Stoked for this build. Subscribed.
I live out in magna! I have a 93 C2500 I bought back in 2005. Lots of work done over the years, finally a classic as of this year. It's in excellent condition (could use some improvement of course) and I plan to take it to the truck shows this year as long as I hear about them or have time 😅. If you would ever like to get together sometime that would be awesome. You have to come check out the magna main car shows as well they are fantastic. Let me know if you're down bruthuh man!!
Gonna be following this closely. I absolutely love the 400 platform and as a fellow owner of a 98 K1500 Z71 ECSB, this has me excited. She is a beautiful truck!
Got a 96 gmc twin of that truck. The 7.4 is great. Mpg sucks, but that’s not what you buy a big block truck for. I’m getting ready to get new injectors from Five O Motorsports, supposedly the best drop in injector upgrade. 231k on the original power train.
@@LawrenceTolman Sucks to see you aren't going to be on that show anymore, but at least you won't be on one called "Music City Trucks". I just don't know what that company is thinking. Driving away all the good hosts and making their shows complete crap.
@@LawrenceTolman not that you should care nor have to explain yourself as to what you say and how much you love to say it. Because if someone has nothing else better to do than criticize you for the way you speak of which goes to show how insecure they are and how they need to deflect their own feelings of themselves off on other people to further this did you notice I wrote this as one large run on sentence for this was done on purpose in Hope's that the proper grammar nazi's would feel anxiously about to throw a grammar temper tantrum since they have not a single thing better going on in their lives than to troll sh!t and then find the spec of negativity that they can conjure up just to then bless us all with the concept that they have no life and are miserable in their existence and that you make a video of which takes time and investment to make and instead of truly capturing what your video shows and thanking you for your time and experience they shot bomb you with negativity and then manipulation at its finest by them after trying to manipulate you by the second part of their comment that their nose will be brown and smell of excrement for weeks ....... that being said , don't care about what the troll's will troll you about and dont feel as though you need to explain yourself and don't think that you need to work on yourself at the face value of what miserable people have noticed you do. Instead do you, the reason you have the views is because of the information knowledge and cool concepts that you put into life from thought to actually being capable of execution of your thoughts which most people cannot do and or give up on when something gets tough or work gets too hard and then they decide that since life is too hard they need to troll others and critique them over things that worthless when it comes down to it
First channel i've ever subscribed to, took 20 minutes to figure out how to comment! I have '98 GMC Sierra K2500 with same engine/transfer case/rear end. PLEASE do more on this build! SAS and cam swap, purty please?
Its not that we want to see what u have to say. Its more like a bad accident when you cant stop looking at it. Just kidding. Love the content. Keep it up.
MK6 BBC for the win brother 😝 Swap out that intake manifold for any number of 4 barrel square bore intakes, drop in a throttle body and port injection and get Holley on board for its Terminator-X systems. Alloy heads/cam/LT’s you’r at 500Hp easy!
welcome to the neighborhood. we are almost neighbors. i thought i recognized some of the backgrounds in your videos. the burban is going to be a great project and it says LT on it. you can check out some junkyards. we have three good ones in salt lake. Tear a part, pull n save , and pick n pull. good luck with your new project
Paint the area behind the doors to look like a blazer removable top. Lower it a couple inches all around. cowl induction hood, lots of fresh air for that 454....
About 1 week ago I saw a full interior off an Escalade in the magna junk yard if I would of known I would of told you. I ended up taking the cluster and the dash bezel
Yeah, the sunbaked hood is understandable (cuts down on glare ;-) ) Minnesota here... that truck looks Immaculate ! Im rolling 1997 same truck in white ! Eagerly following you !
@@LawrenceTolman I sen u an email, spoke witha buddy they wanna chat with u (maybe this a sign u can get back in front of the camera), it turns out someone u know is now on the car fix show!
I have a 97 and I have been looking for someone to explain how to tune one of these in its original configuration. I have been wanting to put a turbo on the original equipment and maintain my cruise and all the accessories. Everything I have read says, due to the lack of aftermarket support, you can't and you have to do a 0411 swap or go to a carburetor/aftermarket EFI. I look forward to seeing you walk us through this process. I know there will be thousands more interested too. I'll definitely be sharing this on the GMT400 FB Page. Thanks for what you do.
Sure thing! I believe the 96 and 97 have no flash tuning support, but a 0411 swap is not that difficult. If you have the L31 5.7 the next challenge you’ll have is getting larger injectors in...
@@LawrenceTolman I have the L29 in my suburban. Does the 0411 swap apply to this platform too? I see tons of guys doing the small blocks but not the big blocks.
Hey Lawrence. You like those trucks because, well I don't know. I don't like plastic interior vehicles of any kind. I love the trucks from the steel interior area. Thanks for sharing.
Hi LT I have the same thing basically Mine is a 1999 GMC K2500 SLT I have a 7.4 Gen6 that was rebuilt in 2013 & started in January 2014 now 460 cubes & yeah I spent alot on it stock heads with as big of valves as possible screw in studs totally massaged ports & valve valve bowls & guide plates Crowler roller rocker 17-4SS , Custom Hydraulic Roller Comp Cam ,Forged pistons - 11.1 comp, ARP everything engine dyno at 435HP & 530 torque In the truck running reprogramed computer Hooker Truck Force headers 2 3" in 4.5" tail pipe I have maybe 10000 miles on it I run premium fuel with Octane booster in It doesn't like 91 premium Royal Purple makes the Octane Booster . So heres my Big? What does a nice clean body - frame cost down there ?? I live in Minnesota - Rust Capital of the World I like where are going with your Suburban ! To put a solid axle under it is going to be lifting it up at least 6 to 8" onless you really cut into the crossmember really like to see how this goes . I really like my motor & would be nice in a 69 Nova but I like trucks so we shall see what plays out . If I came down there to your part of the US I'd like know what it would take to find a clean body truck - frame . Ultimately love to find 98,99, 2000 K3500 Crew Cab Long Box 4 x4 don't care if motor is blown or not because I have Gen 6 460 cube to put into it ! Don't know where to start down your way could you steer me in the right direction? Thanks
This was a cool video but the scenery of the area was icing on the cake! We have a ‘97 Chevy 2500 Suburban, 454/4L80 w/4:10 gears. The only complaint about this particular 454 is the distributor. Replacing the Cap & Rotor was a real treat. Anyone know if older valve covers from a late ‘60’s - early ‘70’s 396,427 or 454 would be the same bolt pattern by any chance? I had the PCM reprogrammed to eliminate the speed limiter (100) & the Transmission shifting to now where it feels like an old school Turbohydramatic with a shift kit. Plus a off road type Y-Pipe for now to help with breathing, and maybe headers later on down the road, but the original stainless exhaust is still in excellent condition.
My holy grail truck is a k3500 srw regular cab long bed. Gasser. Either 5.7 or 7.4. It won't be a stock engine long anyway. Auto or manual trans. I like the full floating 14 bolt axle of the 3500s.
I would definitely love to see a SAS on this truck . My wife owns a 1997 k1500 Burban and I just picked up a Ford dana 44 hp to do a sas, so I would love to hear and see what you have to say and the way you would do it befor I dive in on my wife's swap
Nice I can't wait to see what you're gonna do with it! I like that you keep it as stock looking as possible! My wife calls me old fashion and a grandpa cuz I keep my builds original down to the steering wheel🤣
Definitely love where this is going and excited for the build I’m more of a ford obs guy but there is to much of that out there definitely nice to see something different keep up the great content also huge congrats on 10k you definitely deserve it
Kudos on the Project truck, Seems like the L29 spirits got ahold of you as well. Grew up around many 1500 5, 6 lug SuBurbans but dreamed of the 8 lug suburban. I’ve been working on my “I-Rex” 99 K2500 Z82 Suburban with a 6” lift 35” tire setup for about 6 months now. Im feeding the L29 with a Snorkel fed custom air box into a 102mm adapted throttle body, ported manifold fresh Ignition tuneup and out a JBA shorty manifolds and cats (Cali) to a 3” dual In/Out Magnaflow turndown setup. Cam, springs and black box/411 tuning is the next step. Best of luck to you and your build. Check out Richard Holdener 454 videos for some inspiration for the engine build. Oh and my guess for your build or my alternate reality would be a slammed K2500 Dually rear converted, air-Ride Suburban with a 700hp built L29. 🔧👍🏽🔧
Seriously? Well... i have nothing positive to say about that.... however, I trust your vision will create something good and the journey will enlighten us all 👍
I love my Suburban. 2002 5.3 Z71. I'm old and retired and I use it to pull my teardrop trailer for camping etc. Headed to Beech Bend for the weekend tomorrow. My 'urban as I call it was a one owner I bought from my neighbor that was a preventative maintenance freak. Its a mystery to my wife why my 'urban is so revered by me as she has seen plenty of hot rods, muscle cars and airplanes come and go. I guess thats what being a boomer will do to ya. Looking forward to your new project. Did I miss something? You are no longer in TN ?
When you go to chop it, get a rear hatch instead of the barn doors. Should make it easier to get into the interior and you won't have the barn door blindspot
Damn, I just saw the Instagram video of your departure... Will miss Trucks / Truck Tech but really like your stuff here... Really want to know what Tolman Performance is all about...
well thanks for watching both here and on Truck Tech, its appreciated. I'm gonna be opening up shop sooner or later, and thats the name it'll operate under. just trying out shirt designs
Thanks for the support guys, and if you want to see more on this Suburban build, be sure to subscribe to the channel!
Pretty sure I found my favorite channel.
thats a big responsibility to fulfill! thanks for subscribing!!
My sister and her husband are on there 3rd Suburban (all 2WD) in the past 6 or 7 years (2 were totaled in rear end accidents) and I have come to really appreciate them. They drive pretty well, hold a lot of stuff, tow great (my BIL has towed full size pickups on a steel double axle trailer with no issues with the Vortec 5.7 equipped versions (the current one is a '05 with the 5.3) and get better gas mileage then you might think. I saw nearly 20mpg hwy in one of the 5.7 ;burbs.
that is really good for a heavy SUV. love it
I Watched power nation found your 8.1 build which I can't wait to see what you do to it and now you have a old burban with a 454 lol I'm permanently subscribed awesome channel can't wait to see how everything turns out keep up the good work and stay safe
Hope everyone is having a great day
Thanks for the sub! I guess I've been on a big block kick lol...
@@LawrenceTolman can't go wrong with a big block lol
LT, super excited to watch this one. Fellow K2500 GMT400 Suburban owner here and looking forward to see what you do and how it turns out! Thank you!
Thanks!
I absolutely love the 3/4 ton burbs. I want pretty much that exact same thing, except a Squarebody.
Squarebody!!!
big blocks and big axles make a good combination
I almost bought an 89 K20 suburban with a stick shift a few years ago.
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That 7.4 vortec is a cool engine for what it is. That intake is a real cool design. Long runners in there. Funny everyone gets wrapped around the HP numbers and over look the torque. My 13 Duramax with 370ish hp and 750 torque never leaves me wanting more. It’s the toque that’s pulling hills and get 20+ mpg not loaded. That 7.4 was meant to tow and get as good as mileage as possible. All those engines (5.7 and 7.4) could use a bit more cam. The LS series sort of swapped things around building max torque and hp on the right side of then graph. Can’t wait to see what you do to this Burb. Cool project!
thanks! i do seem to have a thing for the overlooked engines, so I will probably take on the challenge of adding power to the 454, keeping the stock intake intact.
Solid axle swap the front end, these trucks are incredible and there’s not a lot of showing the process of the swap and would be great to see
We have a 1999 K2500 Suburban at work that I drive pretty much everyday. It's a black LT with the 454 and only 280,000 on the original engine and transmission. And it's like close to mint as one that is 21 years old could be. Love driving it but we hate putting gas in it.
they are tanks!
Gmt400! Gotta love those. I've got 2 going as projects right now. Complete opposites. A slammed body dropped bagged reg cab and a complete monster super sized 6 door! Both have ls swaps and both are built with these 2 hands!
Congrats on the subs! I've thought about doing the TH-cam thing and I honestly don't know why I haven't.
thanks! i almost wish I would have started years ago
Was a big fan when you were on power nation . Always liked your work. You do great work.
Much appreciated! thanks for watching both Truck Tech and on this channel!
i have 2 of these!! 96 and 99 i just got them and plan to turbo one of them cant wait to see you chop this thing up
they are fun! and I cant wait to see how it turns out also
My favorite GMT400 would be a black 2 door Tahoe Limited or Yukon GT. Those were sweet! Nice pick for a new project, good to see the OBS getting some love.
Some more good choices!
Amazing channel and builds.
Keep up the great work.
GM for life
thank you so much!
I am super happy to see someone building a Suburban. I have a 99 K1500 and always struggle to find builds on them.
They don’t get much love for sure
I had a 99 K1500 LT suburban and a matching 99 K1500 ext can SB both black both Chevys. Now we have a 08 suburban LTZ and 08 cc Silverado vortex max both all black!!
excellent choices on the fleet
I have had a vision of a pretty similar build now for the last few years… let me explain a few of the reasons, some of which you already pointed out! First those suburbans do not get a great deal of attention from enthusiast, and they almost seem to just pass by forgotten and mostly ignored. They do have timeless, classic styling that ages every single day- but does so gracefully. The available big block powertrain with the 4L80 trans make these behemoths a viable option as an absolute workhorse- from pulling trailers to off-roading the option boxes that were checked will lend itself to the endgame here. Something that is often overlooked about these Suburbans though is the level of comfort that they offer, even in the 3/4 ton variety! I recall being younger and riding on long road trips in these things and I never can recall trying to find a way to make myself comfortable- the comfort was just kind of there. Furthermore, if one was wanting to build an overland rig of some sort I believe this would be an absolute stud in that area! The 7.4 is very reliable when properly maintained… they do have a bit of a drinking problem, but they are otherwise a very sound choice for transportation for most any time that duty calls.
My vision is to use a Suburban, equipped fairly similar to yours, to pull my Willys Jeep out to the desert and enjoy some random trail riding. If my Willys does decide to fail me??? I have a very capable recovery rig of my own to collect it and return to base. Something like this, even in big block form, could serve me well in a daily driver scenario (I commute less than 5 miles a day). And during hurricane season I can think of no better option to utilize if I need to take a crew of rescuers into the field to perform any type of rescue operations. I have thought it through and justified it to myself in each and every way possible… now, I just have to put my money together long enough to get a sound example and jump on it!
With all that being said? I am glad you made the choice that you did and hope to keep up with this project closely until it’s completion! I am late to the game, however that gives me a backlog of content to enjoy in the meantime!
Looks are no problem cause we know how much you love doing paint & body work....
lol... I'll have to find a guy for the paint work
My dad had a 92 GMC Sierra with a 350 and a 4 speed manual and man he really had a fun time in that truck and it had so much power that the rear wheels would spin like crazy (especially when it was raining).
Right on! you don't see too many manual transmissions any more
@@LawrenceTolman I know brother and its sad.
TH-cam just recommended this channel to me, and I already love the videos! I'm not much of a car guy, but I'm excited to watch and see where your channel goes!
Welcome aboard!
FYI... I did install the cab over lights on my 1999 suburban and it made a huge difference. I also swapped the side mirrors for some tow mirrors that helped the appearance as well
hell yeah! a 454 build. I got 2 of those myself. Just did valve springs on one of them for a comp cams tow cam (XR264HR) yesterday. Working on the harness today for the 0411 swap. 1955 chevy pickup
i wanna do the 0411 on this as soon as I can
@@LawrenceTolman get in touch with lextech, he will send you a pinout.
Excited for this build. Currently own a K1500 2Dr Tahoe and plan to buy a K2500 Silverado in the future
they are classics...
Suburbans are the best! Wouldn't trade mine for any other truck! Would like to do the 8.1 conversion some day though.
I do love the 8.1, stock for stock the 496 kicks the 7.4
Escalade front clip would be sick.... IJS! Excited for this build too. Will be a good parts getter ride
agreed!
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Family over landing rig!? I miss my 2004 Suburban Z71 I had, it was great for family road trips to the in-laws farm in Kentucky! Can’t wait to see more Suburban content! 🤘🏻
thanks! and I cant wait to see how this one turns out
Hell yeah! Big Block Suburban's rule!
agreed
LT, thank you for this awesome channel! Please keep up the good work!
Glad you enjoy it!
Love the channel bro. Keep it up. Also love Ugly Truck and the new OBS.
thank you!
I share your love for big blocks 👍👍lovin the content !
its hard to beat a big healthy V8
I’m converting my 454 L29 with a 502 short block, L29 heads, intake, and efi. But I got the Chevrolet performance timing cover with the cam sensor and crank sensor, and the L21 big block coil near plug valve covers to convert over to LS coils and sequential injection. It’s going in my Airstream motor home with Holley Terminator X injection and a 4L80E trans mission, 19.5 medium duty truck tires to use to tow an enclosed trailer and camp at the races
sounds badass!
i just bought a 1999 chevy 2 door Tahoe 350/4l60e 4x4 w/ power door locks with,,,,,83,800 miles on it!!!!!!!!!!! and the skid plates and bottom of the truck has not a scratch on it!!!!!!!! so I'm with ya bud! ill be watching!
Sounds like a nice truck! They’re getting a lot harder to find with low miles
My guesses
- 2 door panel wagon
- 2 door shorten version (HD Blazer)
- 90's Avalanche
- 70's IHC Travelette (style) with a goose ball hitch
lots of good options in that list...
Beautiful Suburban LT, that looks nearly identical to the one my granddad used to have with the exception of it being a 3/4 ton and 2 years newer. And you are right about these SUV's getting more disrespect than the pickups, my mother can talk all day about how her 99 suburban 1500 has had never ending braking problems, but I can't wait to see the build videos on this.
Right on
Dont forget the 2 door blazers/tahoes😎👊🏻
My all time favorite vehicle. back in the 70's I drove a '74 1500 Silverado for years. Loved the truck, hated the gas mileage. However, the mid to late 90's were my favorite. Looking forward to seeing what you are going to do with yours.
Thanks! I’m excited to get it started
Love the barn doors. I’ve had 3 of the GMT 400 Suburban 2500’s. If you go straight axle, check out Off Road Designs rig.
Super excited for this one LT. I am a huge fan of the OBS trucks. I have a 1992 ext cab short bed that I am putting a 1998 454 into. So I will be watching what you do with this for sure! Congrats on the 10K (now 12K) subs!
thanks so much!
Super curious on hp increase with modest upgrades....
Looking foward to this build! Building a 96 with rear tail gate other wise the same truck myself
Yeah, I can’t stand the barn doors
Damm change my mind because my next vehicle to haul a trailer, the family and a daily was gunna be the exact same but the crew cab truck with big block of course, this just might change my mind for the ultimate daily
the great thing about the suburban is how much covered space there is
@@LawrenceTolman sure is, cant wait to see the overall build, keep it up👍
You’re definitely going to be missed on Trucks
thanks for the kind words and watching both Truck Tech and this channel!
@@LawrenceTolman your definitely will be missed on Truck Tech
Wasn't expecting that. Nice surprise!
Thanks! they are a bit off the beaten path, and I cant wait to show what Im gonna do to it
Holley sniper efi. I’m sure they’d sponsor your builds. And a off shelf cam will get you close to 500 hp. I’m looking for one of these gen6 bbc to put in my ss454 the tpi gen 5 big blocks have the peanut ports and 8:5:1 compression. Useless for any power. You’ll find more parts for a gen 6 then a 8.1 vortec as you’ll find out. Also check out torque storms supercharger kits.
I like it!
This is kinda funny. I want to build a truck exactly like this and I was thinking about what I want to do on my way home tonight.
the options are limitless
OBS Suburbans for life! I've got 2 K1500s and theyre my favorite vehicles ever. Im jealous of your 454 & 4L80...
Also, you know youre a unique guy when youve got an 8.1 AND a 700XX in the same garage! haha. Stoked for this build. Subscribed.
lol... I guess i like big engines. the 700xx is a blast, just with I had more time to ride it
This is definitely going to be a beast, looking forward to see this being modified.
thanks! gathering parts as we speak
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I live out in magna! I have a 93 C2500 I bought back in 2005. Lots of work done over the years, finally a classic as of this year. It's in excellent condition (could use some improvement of course) and I plan to take it to the truck shows this year as long as I hear about them or have time 😅. If you would ever like to get together sometime that would be awesome. You have to come check out the magna main car shows as well they are fantastic. Let me know if you're down bruthuh man!!
I've got a 95 k2500 suburban with a 454 and an Allison swap 6" lift and 37s, so I'm stoked for this build. I absolutely love these things
the allison swap sounds cool, and thats about the final height I'd like this one to be
Ski pop w I u I have questions
Gonna be following this closely. I absolutely love the 400 platform and as a fellow owner of a 98 K1500 Z71 ECSB, this has me excited. She is a beautiful truck!
Welcome aboard! and the ext cab Z71 are some of my favs...
Got a 96 gmc twin of that truck. The 7.4 is great. Mpg sucks, but that’s not what you buy a big block truck for. I’m getting ready to get new injectors from Five O Motorsports, supposedly the best drop in injector upgrade. 231k on the original power train.
keep em running strong! I think mine needs the injectors done also
@@LawrenceTolman what I’ve heard, if they’re the factory injectors and fuel pressure regulator, replace them. Mileage isn’t a fact either.
Has anyone ever told you that you say "Now" a LOT? 😆
On that truck show, I've made it into a drinking game and I got alcohol poisoning. 😆
I think they had to put in a disclaimer in for such situations lol... yeah I hear it and its a tough habit to break
@@LawrenceTolman Sucks to see you aren't going to be on that show anymore, but at least you won't be on one called "Music City Trucks". I just don't know what that company is thinking. Driving away all the good hosts and making their shows complete crap.
@@LawrenceTolman not that you should care nor have to explain yourself as to what you say and how much you love to say it. Because if someone has nothing else better to do than criticize you for the way you speak of which goes to show how insecure they are and how they need to deflect their own feelings of themselves off on other people to further this did you notice I wrote this as one large run on sentence for this was done on purpose in Hope's that the proper grammar nazi's would feel anxiously about to throw a grammar temper tantrum since they have not a single thing better going on in their lives than to troll sh!t and then find the spec of negativity that they can conjure up just to then bless us all with the concept that they have no life and are miserable in their existence and that you make a video of which takes time and investment to make and instead of truly capturing what your video shows and thanking you for your time and experience they shot bomb you with negativity and then manipulation at its finest by them after trying to manipulate you by the second part of their comment that their nose will be brown and smell of excrement for weeks ....... that being said , don't care about what the troll's will troll you about and dont feel as though you need to explain yourself and don't think that you need to work on yourself at the face value of what miserable people have noticed you do. Instead do you, the reason you have the views is because of the information knowledge and cool concepts that you put into life from thought to actually being capable of execution of your thoughts which most people cannot do and or give up on when something gets tough or work gets too hard and then they decide that since life is too hard they need to troll others and critique them over things that worthless when it comes down to it
@@cottonwoodjames5478 nice ! Im famously a grammar nazi.... and thoroughly enjoyed your thoughtful rant... almost as much as watching LTs vids 👍😁
First channel i've ever subscribed to, took 20 minutes to figure out how to comment! I have '98 GMC Sierra K2500 with same engine/transfer case/rear end. PLEASE do more on this build! SAS and cam swap, purty please?
thanks for the sub and for commenting! sounds like an awesome truck!
Congrats on the subs! I’m new and love it so far!
Thanks for subbing!
Can't wait to see the battle burban! Let's go!
me too!
Its not that we want to see what u have to say. Its more like a bad accident when you cant stop looking at it. Just kidding. Love the content. Keep it up.
lol... either way the views are appreciated
Awesome LT!! Can't wait for this build man!!
You and me both!
MK6 BBC for the win brother 😝
Swap out that intake manifold for any number of 4 barrel square bore intakes, drop in a throttle body and port injection and get Holley on board for its Terminator-X systems. Alloy heads/cam/LT’s you’r at 500Hp easy!
love it
Great new project vehicle
thanks!
From a guy with a G4500..
love all the HD trucks!
You should be able to haul a house if need be.
I've got a 95 k2500 suburban and I've literally pulled a double wide a mile no shit, it didn't like it by any means but it did it
thats awesome!!!
welcome to the neighborhood. we are almost neighbors. i thought i recognized some of the backgrounds in your videos. the burban is going to be a great project and it says LT on it. you can check out some junkyards. we have three good ones in salt lake. Tear a part, pull n save , and pick n pull. good luck with your new project
thanks for the tips on good yards to look in! im sure i will be making a couple trips
Paint the area behind the doors to look like a blazer removable top. Lower it a couple inches all around. cowl induction hood, lots of fresh air for that 454....
some good ideas there!
About 1 week ago I saw a full interior off an Escalade in the magna junk yard if I would of known I would of told you. I ended up taking the cluster and the dash bezel
that wouldbe been a good score. I do wanna find an escalade cluster as well
"LT what are you thinking that truck doesn't look that good"
Me from nebraska omg that has like no rust
I was nice to find a rust free truck for sure... I grew up in the northeast and something I forget how rusty stuff can get
Yeah, the sunbaked hood is understandable (cuts down on glare ;-) ) Minnesota here... that truck looks Immaculate ! Im rolling 1997 same truck in white ! Eagerly following you !
I'm betting it's going to be a blazer conversation.
i like that idea
Heck yeah, 10k sweet man!
If you were closer to Missouri id say lets race😉🙃 1997 f150 5.4 2v, she's a great truck
that would be a good line up
Richard holdener has gotten over 800 horse naturally aspirated out of that gen-6 with stock bottom end
lol he talks alot with his hands
ive seen a lot of his videos, I wish he did one with the Vortec efi intake
@@LawrenceTolman I sen u an email, spoke witha buddy they wanna chat with u (maybe this a sign u can get back in front of the camera), it turns out someone u know is now on the car fix show!
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I have a 97 and I have been looking for someone to explain how to tune one of these in its original configuration. I have been wanting to put a turbo on the original equipment and maintain my cruise and all the accessories. Everything I have read says, due to the lack of aftermarket support, you can't and you have to do a 0411 swap or go to a carburetor/aftermarket EFI. I look forward to seeing you walk us through this process. I know there will be thousands more interested too. I'll definitely be sharing this on the GMT400 FB Page. Thanks for what you do.
Sure thing! I believe the 96 and 97 have no flash tuning support, but a 0411 swap is not that difficult. If you have the L31 5.7 the next challenge you’ll have is getting larger injectors in...
@@LawrenceTolman I have the L29 in my suburban. Does the 0411 swap apply to this platform too? I see tons of guys doing the small blocks but not the big blocks.
Love it!! I love my 97!
they are classics
Hey Lawrence. You like those trucks because, well I don't know. I don't like plastic interior vehicles of any kind. I love the trucks from the steel interior area. Thanks for sharing.
its hard to beat classic American iron!
Hi LT I have the same thing basically Mine is a 1999 GMC K2500 SLT I have a 7.4 Gen6 that was rebuilt in 2013 & started in January 2014 now 460 cubes & yeah I spent alot on it stock heads with as big of valves as possible screw in studs totally massaged ports & valve valve bowls & guide plates Crowler roller rocker 17-4SS , Custom Hydraulic Roller Comp Cam ,Forged pistons - 11.1 comp, ARP everything engine dyno at 435HP & 530 torque In the truck running reprogramed computer Hooker Truck Force headers 2 3" in 4.5" tail pipe I have maybe 10000 miles on it I run premium fuel with Octane booster in It doesn't like 91 premium Royal Purple makes the Octane Booster . So heres my Big? What does a nice clean body - frame cost down there ?? I live in Minnesota - Rust Capital of the World I like where are going with your Suburban ! To put a solid axle under it is going to be lifting it up at least 6 to 8" onless you really cut into the crossmember really like to see how this goes . I really like my motor & would be nice in a 69 Nova but I like trucks so we shall see what plays out . If I came down there to your part of the US I'd like know what it would take to find a clean body truck - frame . Ultimately love to find 98,99, 2000 K3500 Crew Cab Long Box 4 x4 don't care if motor is blown or not because I have Gen 6 460 cube to put into it ! Don't know where to start down your way could you steer me in the right direction? Thanks
First thing that came to my mind when I saw 2500 suburban was duramax and Allison swap. I’m curious to see what you have planned!
i would really love to have an LBZ and 6 speed allison in there
Seriously? The drivability of the allison sucks, not to mention trying to make it fit under there...
This was a cool video but the scenery of the area was icing on the cake! We have a ‘97 Chevy 2500 Suburban, 454/4L80 w/4:10 gears. The only complaint about this particular 454 is the distributor. Replacing the Cap & Rotor was a real treat. Anyone know if older valve covers from a late ‘60’s - early ‘70’s 396,427 or 454 would be the same bolt pattern by any chance? I had the PCM reprogrammed to eliminate the speed limiter (100) & the Transmission shifting to now where it feels like an old school Turbohydramatic with a shift kit. Plus a off road type Y-Pipe for now to help with breathing, and maybe headers later on down the road, but the original stainless exhaust is still in excellent condition.
LT, maybe you can indulge us with a 2-door build next year. Hell, I'll let you borrow mine for a bit!! 99 with the L31.
I do like those
My holy grail truck is a k3500 srw regular cab long bed. Gasser. Either 5.7 or 7.4. It won't be a stock engine long anyway. Auto or manual trans. I like the full floating 14 bolt axle of the 3500s.
That’s another cool combo. My dad had one just like that for about a year
Depending what ya paid for it... that 454 with 502 heads and a supercharger and you'll be having some fun with lots of hp and torque.
i bet!
Exactly my ideal setup ! ... but.... cost prohibitive.... what can be achieved n.a. ?
Oh man this is getting good. LT with refreshing moves left and right. Smooth. So smooth.
Appreciate it!
Gonna be a good build
i hope so
Please lets see a nice cam upgrade, and a turbo on the stock efi system! I want to turbo and cam my 97 454 so bad but don't know how to size a turbo.
Whenever I see a truck with LT on it I think of your stuff XD. Welcome to Utah! Excited to see what awesome you have in store for the burban!
You and me both! and thanks!
I would definitely love to see a SAS on this truck .
My wife owns a 1997 k1500 Burban and I just picked up a Ford dana 44 hp to do a sas, so I would love to hear and see what you have to say and the way you would do it befor I dive in on my wife's swap
If you put a duramax swap in that suburban it would be sooooo sick ....
very strongly agree
Why not a 2-stroke Detroit Diesel?
I have a burban just like that one with a big block and I just got some plenum spacer for the intake to run a better valve train
good mod for sure
Nice I can't wait to see what you're gonna do with it! I like that you keep it as stock looking as possible! My wife calls me old fashion and a grandpa cuz I keep my builds original down to the steering wheel🤣
I can tell you it will look factory... but not like anything that has ever come from the factory
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Definitely love where this is going and excited for the build I’m more of a ford obs guy but there is to much of that out there definitely nice to see something different keep up the great content also huge congrats on 10k you definitely deserve it
thanks so much!
I am guessing you are going to chop the back off to make it a 90s Avalanche
That would be awesome
I have a couple here on TH-cam
That’s exactly what I was thinking, It would look really cool! Lower the shit out of it, take the 4 wheel drive out. Huge tires all around.
hmmm... thats a good idea I think
Yes
Kudos on the Project truck, Seems like the L29 spirits got ahold of you as well. Grew up around many 1500 5, 6 lug SuBurbans but dreamed of the 8 lug suburban. I’ve been working on my “I-Rex” 99 K2500 Z82 Suburban with a 6” lift 35” tire setup for about 6 months now. Im feeding the L29 with a Snorkel fed custom air box into a 102mm adapted throttle body, ported manifold fresh Ignition tuneup and out a JBA shorty manifolds and cats (Cali) to a 3” dual In/Out Magnaflow turndown setup. Cam, springs and black box/411 tuning is the next step. Best of luck to you and your build. Check out Richard Holdener 454 videos for some inspiration for the engine build. Oh and my guess for your build or my alternate reality would be a slammed K2500 Dually rear converted, air-Ride Suburban with a 700hp built L29. 🔧👍🏽🔧
I can dig a Burban especially if you do a solid front axle and dually conversion would be bad as hell appreciate the content
Love me some burban
@Kyle Smith damn I think I remember your mom saying that about u
the SAS is on my wish list... we'll see
Maybe somebody has asked this before, but is Austin still part of Truck Tech? I haven't noticed him on newer episodes.
no, he's not
I have a 97 k2500 suburban, and if you are thinking about making a obs avalanche, I’ve had that idea for so long 😂
you know what they say about great minds...
Seriously? Well... i have nothing positive to say about that.... however, I trust your vision will create something good and the journey will enlighten us all 👍
N/a build would the awesome to see
I agree... I think thats the plan
Did I miss something? Are you not on the trucks show any more?
They just made the announcement this week, I’m all done on the show.
@@LawrenceTolman you were the best one on the show. Glad to know all of us can still follow you ok here and on Instagram.
If you plan on putting in a cam you are either limited on how big you can go or you will have to shave down the guides.
we'll get it taken care of
@@LawrenceTolman I just put a L29 in my 95 short bed regular cab. I may some day cam it when funds allow. So I will be interested in what you do.
I love my Suburban. 2002 5.3 Z71. I'm old and retired and I use it to pull my teardrop trailer for camping etc. Headed to Beech Bend for the weekend tomorrow. My 'urban as I call it was a one owner I bought from my neighbor that was a preventative maintenance freak. Its a mystery to my wife why my 'urban is so revered by me as she has seen plenty of hot rods, muscle cars and airplanes come and go. I guess thats what being a boomer will do to ya. Looking forward to your new project. Did I miss something? You are no longer in TN ?
I did move from TN out west to UT...
When you go to chop it, get a rear hatch instead of the barn doors. Should make it easier to get into the interior and you won't have the barn door blindspot
never loved the barn doors...
Awesome! I am looking forward to see the build the Denali or escalade version of OBS that GM never built.
i do want to swap for a denali front clip... i think they look great
I can feel a supercharger coming on
I would love to
Afr oval port heads and a medium sized camshaft
exactly
I own one. mines a 96 454 2500 Chevrolet suburban 4x4 and I live in Utah. I love it and never want to sale it.
Love the vids LT. Will it be:
3/4 ton
2 door
AWD
Big block
This would be so badass if so
that would be a cool setup...
?
Gonna make a 4 door blazer with a removable top?
that would be nice...
Damn, I just saw the Instagram video of your departure... Will miss Trucks / Truck Tech but really like your stuff here... Really want to know what Tolman Performance is all about...
well thanks for watching both here and on Truck Tech, its appreciated. I'm gonna be opening up shop sooner or later, and thats the name it'll operate under. just trying out shirt designs