Those fly by shots are what dreams are made of . Sounds amazing , looks sick . Killing it guys . Can’t forget the slices too. This channel checks all my boxes . Hell yes !
Seeing this old Benz and hearing a 2JZ is so badass. Love the build! You guys should keep your eyes out for an old Subaru wagon and swap in a turbo V8...
Tech tip: Injectors are one-way valves. You can blow out junk by using carb or brake clean and spraying through the outlet (cylinder end) of the injector. Not as good as the bench cleaner that they used but enough to get you running again if crap got in the intake (rail) side of the injector. Thanks for another great video. That thing is a BEAST.
Skip the blow off valve, you'll thank me when you nail a shift with full boost. I ran an EFR 6758 off an indycar for like 2 years without a bov and it had zero shaft play.
Dude this episode was informative as hell. Incredibly helpful troubleshooting content. Keep it up bro as always great show. Love what you do. Keep rocking 🤘
Awesome mashup of parts and ingenuity. That power level is fun for something to drive everyday. Are you gonna turn it up? I hear those 2J blocks can handle 650hp no problem... Good work yall.
I knew for sure it was missing on the first drive after the trans install. When Tony said “it sounds like it’s running pretty good” then I was thinking “Do huh?!” Sounded like a damn WRX to me 🤣
Hey tony i had the same issue regarding the front main seal due to crank case pressure on my 88 turbocoupe, i did a broke mans dry sump (the vacuum aspect in crankcase), turbocoupe turbos have an inlet that bolts on to the inlet with 2 nipples on them to act as a vacuum source, i got rid of my pcv valve and ran a hose to the nipple, the valve cover breather/ oil separator was run like this from the factory, after i did that with my crankcase pcv i took it for a few WOT runs and it sucked the rear and front main seal back in and i had a little more off idle power and slightly better low end driveability plus a slight increase in gas mileage, never had crank case issues after that...but keep in mind it will make the turbo inlet dirty so its a good time to also add a pre turbo water meth injection set up to keep it clean. Just a little tip to orevent future front and rear main seal issues on boosted cars
It's an epic swap. With my 1JZ-vvti, I removed the wasted spark and fitted coil on plug sequential ignition when upgrading to a Haltech. In the previous videos with this JZ SL Merc, you can also hear the Wastegate sounds kinda funny when it's on boost. That's the wasted spark setup for you....Sounds great now though :-)
huh thats interesting, i did notice it sounded a bit different than im used to and i also have a sequential injected screamer 1j. whats the theory on why it changes the sound?
Look into a set of late model Corolla or Yaris coils and pigtails to upgrade to individual coil on plug. It’s fairly simple. We did it for our 1J. Just three wires per coil.
Awesome work getting 6 sparks. Now can someone PLEASE throw some black primer on the underside of that hood? Just even some undercoat or bed liner. First thing that hoood shoulda come off for some basic attention. Car does sound much better now.
Content is amazing, got my Slaps in the mail and on the tool box. This might be my favorite, I've loved these things since I was a kid and have passively looked at the later models for years. Slapping a 2j and a manual kinda negates the eco wiring problem so you could score a nice one dirt cheap
@@StayTunedTA I'm a vette guy so 2 seat gt cars are right up my alley. BMW E31 850s from back in the day is one to snag too, just saw a resurgence in price and stupid rare
Corporate - "professional driver closed course"
Tony - alright i'll See you guys in jail😂😂
I didn’t know Zorg went from destruction of a planet to tuning cars. lol 😂
Times are tough in the universe but I never expected him to end up in Bucks County
Dang bro, thanks
Fire one million.
Just needs the lexan half helmet hair cover thing.
At least he survived the Fhloston Paradise ship huge explosion.
Those fly by shots are what dreams are made of . Sounds amazing , looks sick . Killing it guys . Can’t forget the slices too. This channel checks all my boxes . Hell yes !
How is this channel not growing faster . It’s good stuff
Let him cook - it'll get there. The quality is brilliant and there's a market for stuff that's not overproduced - I'm sure of it.
Ya it’s only a matter of time. The algorithm has to wake up
Folks need to share.
@@joewallace7552 I'm loving the stuff that is not overproduced, especially in the car content world
Appreciate the high-level diagnosis, step by step. I wish Tony was my dad.
lol thanks!
he just might be - prolly time for a blood test
@@makepartsUSA I'm not Italian enough
love love love what you guys are doing. stay true to your roots, no hollywood BS or pretty faces just good old car guy stuff and testing in Mexico.
Awesome troubleshooting! A guy hates to have to do it but it's great to see it done correctly
It’s never fun, but this time it was worth it in the end!
Nice work explaining the steps you took and why! 🤙
Let's go! 2J-Benz-No-Shit is so awesome!
Yes! Didn’t want to give the keys back to Russo!
That "Prove it" when he's talking about top speed... *chef's kiss*
Damn good stuff!!!! Love no BS straightforwardness of your channel. Keep it coming…makes Friday nights a bit better. Now send me some of that pizza!!!
THERE'S ABSOLUTELY 💯 NO🚫 WAY THAT THIS CHANNEL IS NOT GONNA BLOW UPPPP!!! LOVEEEE THISSS!!! KEEP DOING WHAT YOU'RE DOING BOYS!!👌🏿🤙🏿🤙🏿👍🏿👍🏿
Appreciate the support!!
❤❤
@@linguini666 Enjoy the SL homie!
I do enjoy Barb's reaction to a strong car going fast, the big smile and hooting laugh.
Beer and a Slice time!! Can’t wait to see what this Mercedes can do. Ready to Stay Tuned!😎🔥
Yeah man! Appreciate it!
@@StayTunedTA That thing is sick! Congrats. Can’t wait to see the Chicken Bacon “ King Ranch” truck. 🤣🤣
@@StayTunedTAcan you show us the G-Body in the background 🤌🏾🤌🏾🤌🏾🤌🏾🤌🏾🤌🏾magnifico
Seeing this old Benz and hearing a 2JZ is so badass. Love the build!
You guys should keep your eyes out for an old Subaru wagon and swap in a turbo V8...
Such a killer build
Thanks for watching! Turned out awesome!
Im so glad that you DIDNT tread carefully. This thing rules
Open the hood all the way! There's tabs on the hood hinges that will release it into "service position" standing the hood up completely vertical
That's what I really like about this channel he tells just what is up bad good he tells you straight up
Too sick. That sound coming out of that vehicle is poetry. I could listen to dyno pulls of that all day.
I liked that build on HRG, good to see it even better.
Enjoyed seeing Tony use his hands at the end there. More drifting!
From sunny South Africa.. spent some time in New Jersey.... would love to be back to see these and feel these projects come to life...
This was my favorite HRG car you and lucky did and I’m so happy to see it again
I LOVE you're explanation of troubleshooting. It was technical enough to keep experienced wrench turners engaged.
Always enjoy hanging (watching) w/y'all, Wish when I was fixing my ride I could just cut to next shot and it is done! TV magic!
Agreed, it feels like hanging out when watching
Good to see AEM's quality control hasn't changed since I worked with their stuff 15 years ago.
Yes my Friday is made!!
Thanks for watching!
Tech tip: Injectors are one-way valves. You can blow out junk by using carb or brake clean and spraying through the outlet (cylinder end) of the injector. Not as good as the bench cleaner that they used but enough to get you running again if crap got in the intake (rail) side of the injector.
Thanks for another great video. That thing is a BEAST.
Oh crap, the desire for that injector cleaner is HIGH. Super cool!
You guys are rad.
Thanks for the fun content.
TONY DELIVERS AGAIN!!!!!
Thanks for watching!
Skip the blow off valve, you'll thank me when you nail a shift with full boost. I ran an EFR 6758 off an indycar for like 2 years without a bov and it had zero shaft play.
All that car needs is rear differential suspension and re-do the interior super nice. I love it. Great car.
We agree!
Smiles per miles.....just a fun fast ride.....
Definitely a great channel that deserves to grow. All the best for the future growth guys I love the rawness this channel has.
Dude this episode was informative as hell. Incredibly helpful troubleshooting content. Keep it up bro as always great show. Love what you do. Keep rocking 🤘
Kick ass episode!!
Appreciate it!
Cool beans Tony , that's what Lucky would say ! Lol Awesome job as usual . Your a beast Angalo !
Thanks! Just having fun out here.
Need a TH-cam short of someone painting the bottom of that hood!
Nothing like the sensation of the boost pushing you back into the seat - awesome!
glad you got off Hargerty.i could never find your show on it.
17:58 the head gasket is toast watch the coolant bubble with boost and horsetorques..vroom vroom vroom
we were bleeding the coolant after doing things back at the shop, compression and what not are great, sure does need real flush now though
Epic. Simply epic. 100% epic. Have I said EPIC yet??
Epic comment! Thanks for watching!
@@StayTunedTA Have an epic weekend stay tuned crew
Awesome mashup of parts and ingenuity. That power level is fun for something to drive everyday. Are you gonna turn it up? I hear those 2J blocks can handle 650hp no problem... Good work yall.
NPT Thread stands for National Pipe Tapered thread. There is also NPS thread which stands for National Pipe Straight thread
25:00 something tells me they weren't doing 35 lmao
A healthy 35 is still 35!
@@StayTunedTA bruh
@@StayTunedTAdoesn't matter, it was in Mexico right?
keep it on the dl
NPT actually stands for "National Pipe Tapered".. because there's a "National Pipe Straight" also..
"See you boys in jail......" made me laugh.
Okay be a good idea for the camera "crew" to carry a briefcase of cash around just in case... 😆😆😆
Tall gearing! You can tell with those pulls.
Hats off guys, prime upgrade over the auto setup.
awesome build and thumbs up 😁
I knew for sure it was missing on the first drive after the trans install. When Tony said “it sounds like it’s running pretty good” then I was thinking “Do huh?!” Sounded like a damn WRX to me 🤣
Made in PA, ordering all the shirts now...good call
Feels good to be on all 6 could definitely be a shirt
Tony didn't break it and he fixed it instead? What is the sorcery? 😂
My thoughts exactly, now I'm just waiting for lucky to comment lol
Crazy but true! Thanks for watching!
Maybe you can over-hype a 2JZ but you can't over-hype pizza from the North East. One of the few things that I miss while now living in Tennessee.
Hey tony i had the same issue regarding the front main seal due to crank case pressure on my 88 turbocoupe, i did a broke mans dry sump (the vacuum aspect in crankcase), turbocoupe turbos have an inlet that bolts on to the inlet with 2 nipples on them to act as a vacuum source, i got rid of my pcv valve and ran a hose to the nipple, the valve cover breather/ oil separator was run like this from the factory, after i did that with my crankcase pcv i took it for a few WOT runs and it sucked the rear and front main seal back in and i had a little more off idle power and slightly better low end driveability plus a slight increase in gas mileage, never had crank case issues after that...but keep in mind it will make the turbo inlet dirty so its a good time to also add a pre turbo water meth injection set up to keep it clean. Just a little tip to orevent future front and rear main seal issues on boosted cars
yessss let’s goo, i need a ride Russo!!!
It's an epic swap. With my 1JZ-vvti, I removed the wasted spark and fitted coil on plug sequential ignition when upgrading to a Haltech. In the previous videos with this JZ SL Merc, you can also hear the Wastegate sounds kinda funny when it's on boost. That's the wasted spark setup for you....Sounds great now though :-)
huh thats interesting, i did notice it sounded a bit different than im used to and i also have a sequential injected screamer 1j. whats the theory on why it changes the sound?
@@ooohry I think it's because with the wasted spark setup, it fires on the exhaust stroke, so you get the funny sound from the screamer pipe!
Time to make a swap kit lol I’d like to see more of this
It just falls on the mounts!
A corvette gets em’ wet. But a Mercedes Bends em’ over. 😂
Awesome car and Awesome channel.. cant wait to see what next week holds..
Appreciate it!
I love everything Benz, and that 2JZ is just what it needed!
Big fan of sleepers of any kind. This is Definitely in that category. Sneaky sneaky....
Hood is 1/3 done I love it
Look into a set of late model Corolla or Yaris coils and pigtails to upgrade to individual coil on plug. It’s fairly simple. We did it for our 1J. Just three wires per coil.
Really love watching Tony roast tires
That thing is a beast. Nice job guys.
Yessir its back baby
Back and badder than ever! Thanks for watching!
Tony you have come a long way since your Lincoln tech days
Amazing episode
Thanks for watching!
Dude that Benz rips!!
Killin it man!! Great show!
That car is the business! So is this channel. Best automotive content on TH-cam. Keep it goin, Fellas.
Thanks! Really appreciate it!
That's a cool build. Nice job guys
The Merc slogan,
No slice, no dice.
Much love from Fort Lauderdale FL
One of the coolest cars you guys have built
That was awesome 👌 my Friday is complete now .
Thanks! Really proud of this one!
Awesome work getting 6 sparks. Now can someone PLEASE throw some black primer on the underside of that hood?
Just even some undercoat or bed liner. First thing that hoood shoulda come off for some basic attention.
Car does sound much better now.
AWESOME JOB!! dont blow it please lol
Thanks for watching! It’s in Russo’s hands now!
@@StayTunedTAMaybe it should be called the Russo Boosto.
This looks like too much fun!!!
keep on rocking in the free world!
This is the sickest build I've seen in a long time on the internet or otherwise. Awesome stuff
The diagnostics ❤️✅
Yep, that 2J sound is so damn sick!
Love the turbo whistles. Awesome project!
Friggin awsome brother!!! I love that gen/model Cedes. I am a V-8 guy but I love the 2JZ and the RB26. They sound so friggin mean!!!!
You rock Brother....I love what you do.... keep up the good work Tony
Just ran through this whole deal after doing a custom Holley harness. It’s good to run into some problems to force you to learn new skills.
Time for a 2jz Benz shop wagon!
That thing looks wicked fun! The budget for tires would break me!
Glad this thing is a ripper now. Can't wait for the next video!!! Keep up the great work!
Content is amazing, got my Slaps in the mail and on the tool box. This might be my favorite, I've loved these things since I was a kid and have passively looked at the later models for years. Slapping a 2j and a manual kinda negates the eco wiring problem so you could score a nice one dirt cheap
Thanks for all the support! They are so cool. Only getting better!
@@StayTunedTA
I'm a vette guy so 2 seat gt cars are right up my alley. BMW E31 850s from back in the day is one to snag too, just saw a resurgence in price and stupid rare
The SL73 AMG made 525hp 553lbft out the 7.3L V12. I think you know what you need to do Tony
tony - "ill see you guys in jail" hahahahaha
I bet the rear diff is something like 2.8.
It’s a 2.65!! Land speed record ready! Thanks for watching!
The most dope ass channel on the inter-web 🚀🔥💯
Mr. B. Here ! You guys as I stated before ( Dr’s Frankenstein s of PA ) ! 🤯🧠 🍺🍕🍺🍕 keep up the madness! 👍👍
Thanks for watching!
@@StayTunedTA 👍🍸🍕🍺🍕
Awesome swap!
amazing!!! tony is the king, love that its burnout time at the end, absolute radness!