I used to take EVERYTHING apart when I was young. It is how I learned. Eventually you have to learn to put it back together. lol That is not as much fun but I do like seeing the finished product so that motivates me. Thanks for watching.
Pay attention n TH-cam people, this guy's is a can do individual, this is gravel ground that he's working on. We used to do that back in the eighties, obviously hang engine from the tree days. So you can keep the good work up there bro I'll enjoy watching your stuff
I do like the shop but moving things around can be time consuming. Drivetrain removal is pretty easy without the body so it make more sense to do it the old fashion way. Thanks for watching.
@@mi16t Us old guys used to do all kinds of death defying feats like riding bikes with no helmets, riding in cars as kids with no car seats, drinking from garden hoses, the list goes on....... lol
Yar Nunya yeah, im familiar with big trees , especially falling out of one when the branch snapped. Engine weight: 600lbs, do the math, you deserve a darwin award😂😂😂😂😂
Makes sense, that’s a lot of money to throw away based on assumptions, easy for people to say it is “junk” but I wonder how many would change their tune if they owned it!(-;
Your calculations do appear to be correct sir. I also started young. My mother got really ticked off and sat me in the corner when I was 5 years old, she turned her back and I used a screwdriver to take apart the toaster. My grandfather used to have a Rambler Dealership and I grew up being the gopher for the mechanics in his shop. Used to line up and receive my pay slip with them too. lol Keep going on these videos, I am trying to do this as a retirement hobby to fix up these "not so Totaled' vehicles for my kids and grand-kids to drive and you are teaching me allot. Thank you so much.
I also started by taking everything apart. It is still my favorite part of every job. I'm glad you find my videos helpful. I'll keep making them. Thanks for the support!
I like these kind of videos when you give us the play by play better than the time lapse ....but I like those a lot too some of the wrecks I see you fix are unbelievable
Here’s my opinion after working at an auto wreckers for many years. Newer vehicles seem to be designed to have “breakaway” parts on vital components to protect those high dollar parts in the event of a collision. In this case, the rear cover, bellhousing, engine mounts, etc. Can’t really do much about the transfer case though. I could almost guarantee your engine is still good. I also would have gambled $200 on that! Keep up the great work.
Well no one asked for your opinion... JUST KIDDING. I like hearing other's thoughts on these builds. I agree with you on everything except for the save the expensive parts, part. Manufacturers couldn't care less about how much it costs, they want that number as high as possible to make you buy a new truck. It is designed to break away but they are actually trying to save the passengers. Dead people don't buy new cars. lol Thanks for watching!
I bet you loved puzzles as a kid, this is certainly one. Your videos actually teach others that it's actually not that hard to fix a vehicle right if they put some effort. Keep up the good work
I loved them as a kid and still do. Vehicles are just big metal puzzles so the pieces are a little heavier that when I was a kid. lol Thanks for watching. I'll keep the videos coming.
Recently started watching when you started this rebuild. You've mentioned keeping it as your daily after you finish it. I would recommend doing a CP3 swap and getting rid of the EGR and DPF nonsense. The LML is such a solid power plant and those three things are always the cause of issues. Also WCFab has all your piping that you would need and the conversion kits to do it yourself. It is so much easier when you already have the truck apart. Good luck with the rebuild and look forward to the future videos.
I am in full agreement. I do have two state test to go through and I don't want any reasons to fail. They really have no say but if they are having a bad day, they can make mine worse just because. I am going to do everything you listed if I keep it but I now have 3 buyers that want it so I may have to let it go. Everything is for sale for the right price. lol
Im looking forward to seeing youre tally mark savings on the finished mistake project total amount. also I want to see you test drive your finish truck...😁
@@samienava4060 I can't give out exact prices because buyers do see my videos and it complicates the sale. I can give you an idea though. I planned on keeping this truck but I have three people wanting it right now so I think I should just move onto another one. I cannot wait to drive it myself. Take care!
I'm not much of Duramax guy but knowing a bit Chevy, front fan is mounted on water pump. So I would definitely pay attention to the front of an engine. As well as other people mentioned pay attention to crankshaft. Everything else is just like Chevy-solid! Good luck with this build. Like a lot your vids. Learning something new every day. Thanks
These have a water pump run by the timing chain. The fan is mounted to something that looks like a water pump but is really just a idler pulley more or less. I'm glad I can pull off the teaching thing. Thanks for watching.
Aside from any obvious visible damage to the block, the only concern would be the possibility that the crank has a little bend in it. You could run an indicator on the end of the crank, where the flywheel mounts, turn it over slowly by hand, and if there is no run-out its pretty much guaranteed the motor is good. I do have to say I am amazed how cheap that back cover is. I have 19 years of foundry machine shop experience, machined foundry castings is my expertise, I am shocked its only $100. I am betting die cast, cnc machined, made in china. Excellent video. That looks like a fun project, I look forward to the next installment.
I did actually check the crank, it was still true. As for the bearings, we will see. I would rather gamble than disassemble everything to measure it all. I think they may have made a mistake in the price but I'm not asking questions. lol It is a lot of fun so far. I'm learning more about the LML Duramax than I planned. Thanks for watching.
I don’t think it’s going to be a bad engine. It had to be running when it hit the elephant. Sucks the transfer case housing cracked. This is something I would do for sure. Good luck can’t wait for the next video. It’s an awesome tear down so far, the mistake is a bare memory frame now. Thanks
I think it will be good. Like you said it ran up to the second of the accident. I think I got everything that the accident took out but we will see. Thanks for the support.
Yeah, not only do the Ford owners scream so loud. Every 9 year old whose dad owned one has a comment to make. They have to start brainwashing them young. lol I like GM but I don't run around telling everyone with another brand they are stupid. Who cares? Drive what makes you happy! Thanks for watching.
You're definitely stepping your game up, man. I thought you only did one video a month! It would be interesting to know how much that wrecked truck cost you if the dang engine could be worth 7 Grand alone. It would put things in perspective for us mere mortals.
Oh, it has been brutal. I'll be returning to once a month when this build is done. Maybe twice a month. I need a film and editing crew. lol I can't give out prices because buyers do see my videos and it complicates the sale which is what matters to me. Here are some prices to give you an idea. Navi system $1000. Front seats $1200. RF door $700 RR door $700. Tailgate $500 Rearend $1500. Plus lots of little stuff. The engine is the biggie! The trans and transfer case are still worth quite a bit even as cores. Thanks for watching.
The Allison ripped from the back of the engine reminds me of a much different Allison , an MH (marine heavy duty) transmission that was ripped off of the back of a Detroit 8V91TI in a 55' Maiora Italian yacht . It hit a submerged shipping container in the Keys after Hurricane Andrew at cruise speed . The adapter plate from the FW housing to the gear was aluminum . Took the gear clean off and the engine was held up by the exhaust system . Ouch .
Thanks, I hope so as well. Aluminum is not very forgiving, it tends to crack pretty easily. Good thing is the bell housing just bolts on so I might be able to save the trans.
@Vehcor Thank you for your reply on the previous video. I will get you the photos shortly. My wife just had foot surgery and I have been taking care of her. Just wanted to let you know. I am dead serious about you fixing my truck. Thanks Jim
I just recently subscribed to your channel, and it sounds like you’re doing the same thing I’m kinda doing. I just recently bought a wrecked 2003 Chevy 2500HD 4x4 from a buddy of mine for dirt cheap! My plans are taking my 1972 GMC c20 and putting the cab, bed, fenders, hood, grille, etc.....and putting it on the 2500HD frame. Giving the illusion of a old truck, but with a modern drivetrain. Keep up the great videos, and looking forward to seeing more! Cheers! 🍻
Glad to have you here. That sounds like a fun project. I like the older vehicles with modern drivetrain. All the cool without all the issues. Thanks for watching! Good luck on your project.
I feel you shouldn't have to justify yourself about the engine.....it's your build, your engine, your time......no one should have an opinion on that. I'm enjoying a lot your videos!
I wasn't trying to justify, but I guess it kind of came out that way. I was just trying to show viewers how I think so they can learn. Everyone is entitled to their opinion and believe me they have some really crazy ones on TH-cam. lol Thanks for your support.
@@Everythingisgoingtobealright That wasn't my intent but you are right. Sometimes you stumble onto good ideas by accident. The story of my channel. lol I am pretty confident it will be fine but there is still some doubt with a hit this hard and I just wondered what everyone thought. Thanks for watching.
I did, we are good as long as there are no flattened bearings. I think that is what most people were concerned with. I also did a runout on the trans to see if I could use it as well or if the input shaft was redesigned in the accident. At least you have good weather over there. Thanks for watching.
Scott, your videos are an inspiration and you're a true talent. Is this a side job for you or your full time gig? Do you own your own shop? Keep the videos coming please!
Thank you, it comes with years of practice. I am a full time mechanic. Rebuilding cars is just a hobby for me. I just rent the shop on nights and weekends. Will do! Thanks for watching!
my brother in law used to buy wrecked cars for next to nothing and part them out. People even dropped off old junkers at his pole barn and transfered the titles to him. He did it as a hobby while he worked for GM engineering.
We all used to buy cars for next to nothing. I used to buy as many as I could haul for $25 each at the auction. I still get the cars dropped off at my house when people don't want them and those are some of the best deals there are. Thanks for watching.
It's almost a shame to know you'll have to have a hand on every nut, bolt, and screw in this mistaken monster but on the other hand only you can attest to it's quality when finished. I'd never take on this task but I applaud your resolve and fortitude. Best of luck. Name her "Lucky" to match? Either way, do you and keep wrenching on what will be a one of a kind truck.
It doesn't bother me to take it all apart and put it back together. It always makes me wonder why people say it will never be the same. It is just bolting parts together. It really doesn't take as much skill as some other jobs, just some ambition. Thanks for watching.
Great detail, it just sucks that someone beat the crap out of that Rig, but like they say, one Man's trash is another Man's treasure, I rebuild computers and that is how I make my money.
I like the work so I don't mind doing it to save a bunch of money. I don't think I would have the patience for computers. Not to mention my big fingers would most likely get in the way. Thanks for watching.
All of the drivetrain components that were cracked we're engineered to do so in the event of a crash so the engine falls down instead of going through the cab of the truck. The engine and transmission are a much harder alloy than the other components. I don't foresee any issue with the engine block or even transmission for that matter.
Finally someone that understands how vehicles are supposed to behave in an accident. Everyone thinks this truck is weak. Ford boys love to point it out but it did everything it was supposed to do any other brand would be no different. I am considering using the trans as well. Thanks for watching.
Yep, normal wear and tear doesn't concern me. It is what may have been damaged from a hit this hard. I think it will be ok but there is only one way to find out. Thanks fro watching!
Good afternoon Ron, you know what they say no risk no reward. $200 is a cheap card hand to play for that engine being good. Do you take reference pictures of these parts in the vehicles before you tear them down? I do have one camera dedicated for reference pictures on vehicles each one gets a folder made up I print the pictures out, it just helps my sorry feeble brain to put it back together, I want the repair to look Factory. Thanks for another great video you take care.
My name is Scott, I don't know where everyone got Ron from. lol Maybe Ron will become my screen name. I do occasionally take pics if there is something that I will not be able to get back to for a while or something like hose or wire routings that are complex. I just use my phone. I have learned to take pics of nameplates and mouldings because sometimes you take both sides apart and have no references left. Thanks for watching! Have a good one!
@@vehcor That's a piece of good advice, thank you for sharing knowledge and your time on fixing things, I start watching your videos of the Silverado and it looks a promising project, good luck and I will wait for the next video, thank you!
I would’ve went ahead and put an aftermarket up pipe and down pipe. Just to save myself on pulling the engine later. If you are going to go ahead and put a little bit of performance parts on it.
I want to keep it stock at least until I get through the inspections. They tried to fail one of my cars for tinted windows once. I don't want to give them any reasons I don't have too. lol
I’m actually surprised, I paid $135 for a 2009 Silverado Crew Cab window switch.... $100 is almost like you stole it. I’m exceeded to see more, good luck from Massachusetts!
Loved the video.Glad I’m not trying to put that engine back together cause I’d have have used 20 rolls of insulation tape with numbering parts😂That’s what us sparkies do.
Thanks, it was not really that bad. Everyone has their methods, whatever works for you is the best. It doesn't matter how you get there as long as you get there. Thanks for the support!
Good thing your not in boston mass holy crap even cars less than 5 yrs old everything bad rust crazy i have to heat everything .i miss the days when i lived in t.n. and fla was so nice and a hell of alot faster
Chicago sucks just as bad for rust and worse because well...... Chicago. I love southern cars. The parts truck came from FL and this came from OH, the difference is night and day. Technically this one was only on the road for 2 years and it was pretty rusty already. Thanks for watching.
I might after the inspections. They can be picky and I don't want to give them any reason not to pass me. I did have them want to fail one of my cars for tinted windows. lol
Your back cover, you’ll find that in newer late models that could still be under factory warranty, the parts are cheap when the OEM is paying warranty claims and as soon as it gets older the parts prices double or sometimes triple. Price that cover in say three years from now they’ll want $400 for it 🤦♂️
I noticed when you were pulling the drive shaft that the truck had one of those plastic skid plates on the bottom of the fuel tank; thought about installing one on my 2018 Crew cab sierra. At the front end of the tank - does it end off like a cut piece of plywood or does it make a 90* bend and curve up a bit? If it just abruptly ends at the end of the tank, I just see it digging into the dirt and breaking off.
Those thinks are useless. I have two trucks, both are broke. lol They do curve up all the way around but they are paper thin and very rigid. The tank itself is stronger. 0 out of 10 would not recommend!
I may do that and some other mods in the future. Right now I want to make sure it is all factory so I don't have issues with the inspections. I couldn't believe the price, even the oil pan was only $70. Thanks for watching.
First! Bam!
This time you made it. lol
@David Bryant Everyone values something different in life.
@Brad D Wow you are old. 99% of TH-cam probably doesn't know truck stops used to charge you to use a bathroom. LMAO
@Brad D Nobody cares what you have to say. Go find a pew-de-pie video and comment on them.
@Brad D Wow, looks like someone is jealous they didn't get the first comment. Better luck next time little keyboard warrior!
I'm good at taking stuff apart. It's the whole puttn it back together part that gets me
I used to take EVERYTHING apart when I was young. It is how I learned. Eventually you have to learn to put it back together. lol That is not as much fun but I do like seeing the finished product so that motivates me. Thanks for watching.
@@vehcor, your the man bro
Pay attention n TH-cam people, this guy's is a can do individual, this is gravel ground that he's working on. We used to do that back in the eighties, obviously hang engine from the tree days. So you can keep the good work up there bro I'll enjoy watching your stuff
M H what??? Who hung engines from trees??? Great way to die
Uh, Junker, a heap of us old boys did. Wha', you in desert? My trees can hold a freight train locomotive.
I do like the shop but moving things around can be time consuming. Drivetrain removal is pretty easy without the body so it make more sense to do it the old fashion way. Thanks for watching.
@@mi16t Us old guys used to do all kinds of death defying feats like riding bikes with no helmets, riding in cars as kids with no car seats, drinking from garden hoses, the list goes on....... lol
Yar Nunya yeah, im familiar with big trees , especially falling out of one when the branch snapped. Engine weight: 600lbs, do the math, you deserve a darwin award😂😂😂😂😂
You’re doing an amazing job at editing, love the voiceover commentary.
Thanks, those changes are all suggestions from viewers so I can't take all the credit. Thanks for watching.
I like your attitude regarding the motor and your exceptional skills.
Thanks, always remain optimistic, it makes the job much easier. Thanks for watching!
I found this channel a week ago and now i can't stop watching. What a amazing and hard work.
Makes sense, that’s a lot of money to throw away based on assumptions, easy for people to say it is “junk” but I wonder how many would change their tune if they owned it!(-;
I think you nailed it with this comment!
I have always been amazed and jealous of guys that can fix and repair cars and trucks....
It is fun, give it a try. Thanks for watching.
Your calculations do appear to be correct sir. I also started young. My mother got really ticked off and sat me in the corner when I was 5 years old, she turned her back and I used a screwdriver to take apart the toaster. My grandfather used to have a Rambler Dealership and I grew up being the gopher for the mechanics in his shop. Used to line up and receive my pay slip with them too. lol
Keep going on these videos, I am trying to do this as a retirement hobby to fix up these "not so Totaled' vehicles for my kids and grand-kids to drive and you are teaching me allot. Thank you so much.
I also started by taking everything apart. It is still my favorite part of every job. I'm glad you find my videos helpful. I'll keep making them. Thanks for the support!
I like these kind of videos when you give us the play by play better than the time lapse ....but I like those a lot too some of the wrecks I see you fix are unbelievable
I'm still going to have a time lapse as well. I personally like making these better. Thanks for watching.
I think the motor will be fine, overall. I think you are doing the right thing. Good job and good video.
I think so too, I hope we are right! Thanks for watching!
Here’s my opinion after working at an auto wreckers for many years. Newer vehicles seem to be designed to have “breakaway” parts on vital components to protect those high dollar parts in the event of a collision. In this case, the rear cover, bellhousing, engine mounts, etc. Can’t really do much about the transfer case though. I could almost guarantee your engine is still good. I also would have gambled $200 on that! Keep up the great work.
Well no one asked for your opinion... JUST KIDDING. I like hearing other's thoughts on these builds. I agree with you on everything except for the save the expensive parts, part. Manufacturers couldn't care less about how much it costs, they want that number as high as possible to make you buy a new truck. It is designed to break away but they are actually trying to save the passengers. Dead people don't buy new cars. lol Thanks for watching!
I bet you loved puzzles as a kid, this is certainly one.
Your videos actually teach others that it's actually not that hard to fix a vehicle right if they put some effort.
Keep up the good work
I loved them as a kid and still do. Vehicles are just big metal puzzles so the pieces are a little heavier that when I was a kid. lol Thanks for watching. I'll keep the videos coming.
I was a chevy tech for a while but never really messed with the diesels. That back engine plate is genius. Saves the engine in a crash.
Yeah, I was pretty happy about it. I'm learning lots more about the LML Duramax than I intended when I bought it. lol
Love this project. Thank you for all the time you put in.
No problem. Thank you for watching!
Very impressive automotive knowledge.
You know what you're doing, so gamble is justified.
Thanks, you learn a thing or two after 20+ years. Thanks for watching.
Awesome videos! You do such a great job describing what's happening. I'm in awe of how good you are at this
I have had years of practice! Thanks for watching.
Recently started watching when you started this rebuild. You've mentioned keeping it as your daily after you finish it. I would recommend doing a CP3 swap and getting rid of the EGR and DPF nonsense. The LML is such a solid power plant and those three things are always the cause of issues. Also WCFab has all your piping that you would need and the conversion kits to do it yourself. It is so much easier when you already have the truck apart. Good luck with the rebuild and look forward to the future videos.
I am in full agreement. I do have two state test to go through and I don't want any reasons to fail. They really have no say but if they are having a bad day, they can make mine worse just because. I am going to do everything you listed if I keep it but I now have 3 buyers that want it so I may have to let it go. Everything is for sale for the right price. lol
thank you for taking your time and showing us videos
No problem, thank you for watching.
$200 gamble makes sense to me. If the motor is scrap, no great loss. If it's good, you are way ahead. Interesting series. Carry on.
My thoughts exactly. Thanks for watching.
You are one incredibly talented dude - thanks for posting the videos, great content and fingers crossed the motor is good.
Thanks, thanks for watching.
Dude you and your channel are awesome 👍
Thank you very much! You awesome viewers help to make the channel awesome! I can't take all the credit for that! Thanks for the support!
Im looking forward to seeing youre tally mark savings on the finished mistake project total amount. also I want to see you test drive your finish truck...😁
@@samienava4060 I can't give out exact prices because buyers do see my videos and it complicates the sale. I can give you an idea though. I planned on keeping this truck but I have three people wanting it right now so I think I should just move onto another one. I cannot wait to drive it myself. Take care!
Love your channel man, very informative and fun to watch, it makes me wanna start fixing wrecked cars.... greetings from Los Cabos, Baja.
Thank, glad you enjoy them. Los Cabos, my favorite place for vacation. Maybe retirement someday if I make it that far.
Your a beast lol I love the backyard style too it really makes me want to go out and fix something. Thanks for the video
Thanks. You just do what you have to, to get the job done. Thanks for watching.
I enjoy watching you work.
Thanks, I never would have thought anyone would but here we are. lol Thanks for watching.
Good to see things moving along 👍
Thanks more will be coming soon.
I bet that Duramax is just fine, enjoying watching the build from PHX, AZ
I'm hoping you are right! Glad to have you here!
I'm not much of Duramax guy but knowing a bit Chevy, front fan is mounted on water pump. So I would definitely pay attention to the front of an engine. As well as other people mentioned pay attention to crankshaft. Everything else is just like Chevy-solid! Good luck with this build. Like a lot your vids. Learning something new every day. Thanks
These have a water pump run by the timing chain. The fan is mounted to something that looks like a water pump but is really just a idler pulley more or less. I'm glad I can pull off the teaching thing. Thanks for watching.
Dude! Keep up the good work! Can’t wait to see it complete!
Thanks and thanks for watching.
100 bucks for that plate? Holy crap can't believe anything is 100 bucks at GM anymore ...
Right? I paid $65 the other day for a fog light wiring pigtail for a Chevy Cruze!
Yeah, $122.56 list, 85.79 with my discount. I couldn't believe it, it wasn't worth taking the other motor apart for it. Thanks for watching.
@@helivesonforever It is probably an error but I'll take it. lol
$100 bucks says its made out of tin foil and will melt at running temperature ;-)
125 bucks for a LS9 cam for my 6.0 LQ4 build up at jobber price from GM. Couldn't believe it. Sometimes parts can be cheaper than you think.
I bet you have a good motor.
Although that down pipe looks like it been damn hot. Got my fingers crossed for you dude!
@@themajority5716 The exhaust temps on these trucks get pretty warm normally. It doesn't look out of the ordinary to me.
Me too I think you're good to go
I hope you are right, we shall see.
@@themajority5716 I'm only concerned with what may have been caused by the accident. Clearly it was running right up to the moment of impact.
Aside from any obvious visible damage to the block, the only concern would be the possibility that the crank has a little bend in it. You could run an indicator on the end of the crank, where the flywheel mounts, turn it over slowly by hand, and if there is no run-out its pretty much guaranteed the motor is good. I do have to say I am amazed how cheap that back cover is. I have 19 years of foundry machine shop experience, machined foundry castings is my expertise, I am shocked its only $100. I am betting die cast, cnc machined, made in china. Excellent video. That looks like a fun project, I look forward to the next installment.
I did actually check the crank, it was still true. As for the bearings, we will see. I would rather gamble than disassemble everything to measure it all. I think they may have made a mistake in the price but I'm not asking questions. lol It is a lot of fun so far. I'm learning more about the LML Duramax than I planned. Thanks for watching.
I believe you have a winner Ron. Keep up the good work
Thanks, will do.
I hope that motor works out for you! Once you get that truck all done you will have really worked for it! Looking forward to seeing the truck rebuilt!
I hope so too. I like working for things, it makes me appreciate them much more. Thanks for watching.
End of your description is priceless. ACTIONS.....ACTIONS....ACTIONS.....
I don’t think it’s going to be a bad engine. It had to be running when it hit the elephant. Sucks the transfer case housing cracked. This is something I would do for sure. Good luck can’t wait for the next video. It’s an awesome tear down so far, the mistake is a bare memory frame now. Thanks
I think it will be good. Like you said it ran up to the second of the accident. I think I got everything that the accident took out but we will see. Thanks for the support.
The paragraph in the description about power stroke and cummins owners is right on! Haha
Yeah, not only do the Ford owners scream so loud. Every 9 year old whose dad owned one has a comment to make. They have to start brainwashing them young. lol I like GM but I don't run around telling everyone with another brand they are stupid. Who cares? Drive what makes you happy! Thanks for watching.
You're definitely stepping your game up, man. I thought you only did one video a month!
It would be interesting to know how much that wrecked truck cost you if the dang engine could be worth 7 Grand alone. It would put things in perspective for us mere mortals.
Oh, it has been brutal. I'll be returning to once a month when this build is done. Maybe twice a month. I need a film and editing crew. lol I can't give out prices because buyers do see my videos and it complicates the sale which is what matters to me. Here are some prices to give you an idea. Navi system $1000. Front seats $1200. RF door $700 RR door $700. Tailgate $500 Rearend $1500. Plus lots of little stuff. The engine is the biggie! The trans and transfer case are still worth quite a bit even as cores. Thanks for watching.
The Allison ripped from the back of the engine reminds me of a much different Allison , an MH (marine heavy duty) transmission that was ripped off of the back of a Detroit 8V91TI in a 55' Maiora Italian yacht . It hit a submerged shipping container in the Keys after Hurricane Andrew at cruise speed . The adapter plate from the FW housing to the gear was aluminum . Took the gear clean off and the engine was held up by the exhaust system . Ouch .
And I thought this was bad. WOW!
Another great video! I'm hoping you'll have a good one there. It still shocks me how smashed up that bell housing was....
Thanks, I hope so as well. Aluminum is not very forgiving, it tends to crack pretty easily. Good thing is the bell housing just bolts on so I might be able to save the trans.
Good point! Looking forward to part 5.@@vehcor
@Vehcor Thank you for your reply on the previous video. I will get you the photos shortly. My wife just had foot surgery and I have been taking care of her. Just wanted to let you know. I am dead serious about you fixing my truck. Thanks Jim
No problem. Hope your wife has a quick and full recovery. Take care both of you!
the tork converter may also be good. and also the parts inside the transfer case could be used to rebuild another one.
Yep, worst case scenario all of that stuff is still worth quite a few bucks in the core market.
Duramax is usually a good engine, I'm confident that you have a good durable engine. Besides as you stated it's worth the gamble. Good Luck.
I think so, I hope we are right. Thanks for the support.
I bet on you and the motor (both are GOOD)!
Thanks for a great video
Thanks for the vote of confidence, I hope we are right! Thanks for watching.
watchin close from the uk.....excellent stuff...
Greeting from across the pond! Thanks for watching!
New to the channel, love what your doing. Can't wait for the next video. Best of luck I think you have a good engine...
Thanks, glad to have you with us. I hope you are right!
Wow, glad you know what ya doing.......
It's like a puzzle ........
Lots of practice. Vehicles are just big metal puzzles. Thanks for watching.
I just recently subscribed to your channel, and it sounds like you’re doing the same thing I’m kinda doing. I just recently bought a wrecked 2003 Chevy 2500HD 4x4 from a buddy of mine for dirt cheap! My plans are taking my 1972 GMC c20 and putting the cab, bed, fenders, hood, grille, etc.....and putting it on the 2500HD frame. Giving the illusion of a old truck, but with a modern drivetrain. Keep up the great videos, and looking forward to seeing more! Cheers! 🍻
Glad to have you here. That sounds like a fun project. I like the older vehicles with modern drivetrain. All the cool without all the issues. Thanks for watching! Good luck on your project.
Excellent way to upgrade an older truck. Probably easier and definitely cheaper than doing a drivetrain swap. 👍
Clifford Cullen it certainly is! For what I paid for the whole 2500hd truck, you couldn’t even buy the engine, transmission, and transfer case!
I feel you shouldn't have to justify yourself about the engine.....it's your build, your engine, your time......no one should have an opinion on that. I'm enjoying a lot your videos!
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People like a mystery, they will watch more videos to see what happens. So it’s a smart move to encourage their curiosity.
I wasn't trying to justify, but I guess it kind of came out that way. I was just trying to show viewers how I think so they can learn. Everyone is entitled to their opinion and believe me they have some really crazy ones on TH-cam. lol Thanks for your support.
@@Everythingisgoingtobealright That wasn't my intent but you are right. Sometimes you stumble onto good ideas by accident. The story of my channel. lol I am pretty confident it will be fine but there is still some doubt with a hit this hard and I just wondered what everyone thought. Thanks for watching.
I’ll give you credit you have a vision and patience!
That's all it takes! Thanks for watching!
Me too, I'd gamble. That's alot of money brother. Love you vids man
Yep, it was pretty easy for me to make the choice to gamble. Thanks for watching.
I might have done a runout test on rear of crank to make sure it wasn’t crooked
Thanx from the left coast near the Krapitol of California
I did, we are good as long as there are no flattened bearings. I think that is what most people were concerned with. I also did a runout on the trans to see if I could use it as well or if the input shaft was redesigned in the accident. At least you have good weather over there. Thanks for watching.
tres beau travail et quelle patience , bravo !!!!
Merci!
nice! I bet the engine is okay!! your skills are impressive, you can do it all!
Thanks, I hope you are right. I am actually a mechanic as my real job. Thanks for the support!
Worth the "gamble" for sure. Hope it works out in your favor!
I agree, thanks for the support!
The leaking connector on your gun is my #1 pet peeve !! 😉
Me too, it has been fixed.
This guy is friggin amazing
This guy says, "Thanks!"
Scott, your videos are an inspiration and you're a true talent. Is this a side job for you or your full time gig? Do you own your own shop? Keep the videos coming please!
Thank you, it comes with years of practice. I am a full time mechanic. Rebuilding cars is just a hobby for me. I just rent the shop on nights and weekends. Will do! Thanks for watching!
I think she's going to be real good. It certainly is worth the gamble.
I certainly hope we are correct! Thanks for watching.
You're so mellow, but you just CONQUER this shit! Total beast, great channel!
1.5 hours a day at the gym busting your butt would make anyone mellow. lol Without that I am quite the opposite of mellow. Thanks for watching!
We all take therapy in different forms, glad you know what yours is. Keep up the domination!
@@Motovader72 That is exactly what it is for me. lol Will do!
my brother in law used to buy wrecked cars for next to nothing and part them out. People even dropped off old junkers at his pole barn and transfered the titles to him. He did it as a hobby while he worked for GM engineering.
We all used to buy cars for next to nothing. I used to buy as many as I could haul for $25 each at the auction. I still get the cars dropped off at my house when people don't want them and those are some of the best deals there are. Thanks for watching.
I am betting that you have a good motor there. Good luck with the build!
I'm thinking so as well but we shall see. Thanks and thanks for watching.
Dude, that is impressive!
Thanks
Thank you for your informative videos I have learned alot
It's almost a shame to know you'll have to have a hand on every nut, bolt, and screw in this mistaken monster but on the other hand only you can attest to it's quality when finished. I'd never take on this task but I applaud your resolve and fortitude.
Best of luck. Name her "Lucky" to match? Either way, do you and keep wrenching on what will be a one of a kind truck.
It doesn't bother me to take it all apart and put it back together. It always makes me wonder why people say it will never be the same. It is just bolting parts together. It really doesn't take as much skill as some other jobs, just some ambition. Thanks for watching.
Great detail, it just sucks that someone beat the crap out of that Rig, but like they say, one Man's trash is another Man's treasure, I rebuild computers and that is how I make my money.
I like the work so I don't mind doing it to save a bunch of money. I don't think I would have the patience for computers. Not to mention my big fingers would most likely get in the way. Thanks for watching.
All of the drivetrain components that were cracked we're engineered to do so in the event of a crash so the engine falls down instead of going through the cab of the truck. The engine and transmission are a much harder alloy than the other components. I don't foresee any issue with the engine block or even transmission for that matter.
Finally someone that understands how vehicles are supposed to behave in an accident. Everyone thinks this truck is weak. Ford boys love to point it out but it did everything it was supposed to do any other brand would be no different. I am considering using the trans as well. Thanks for watching.
Hi ..I guess the motor was running fine when it crashed $200 to fine out worthwhile spend 100% great video
Yep, normal wear and tear doesn't concern me. It is what may have been damaged from a hit this hard. I think it will be ok but there is only one way to find out. Thanks fro watching!
Trans case is gone but still alot of good internal parts
Yep, still worth a few bucks as a core.
That exhaust is worth a pretty penny.
Yep, there is a lot more of value than people think in this truck. Thanks for watching!
Very nice video, Steve.
First I'm Ron now I'm Steve. I'll be Steve today. Lol Thanks for watching!
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Good afternoon Ron, you know what they say no risk no reward. $200 is a cheap card hand to play for that engine being good. Do you take reference pictures of these parts in the vehicles before you tear them down? I do have one camera dedicated for reference pictures on vehicles each one gets a folder made up I print the pictures out, it just helps my sorry feeble brain to put it back together, I want the repair to look Factory. Thanks for another great video you take care.
My name is Scott, I don't know where everyone got Ron from. lol Maybe Ron will become my screen name. I do occasionally take pics if there is something that I will not be able to get back to for a while or something like hose or wire routings that are complex. I just use my phone. I have learned to take pics of nameplates and mouldings because sometimes you take both sides apart and have no references left. Thanks for watching! Have a good one!
@@vehcor That's a piece of good advice, thank you for sharing knowledge and your time on fixing things, I start watching your videos of the Silverado and it looks a promising project, good luck and I will wait for the next video, thank you!
@@carlosodio8699 No problem, I don't mind sharing what I have learned over the years with people that it may help in my industry. Thanks for watching!
Doing the work on the trucks is hard and time consuming enough! Let alone videoing it too! Great job! The motor is good! Procede! Lol!
It is all fun though. I will have more time in the videos than in building the truck when I am done. lol Thanks for the support!
Great Video, I'll Bet it's going to be a Great Motor.
Thanks, I hope you are right!
+1 for the Earthquake xt rattle gun. That thing is a beast.
I'm not a fan of cordless tools but it seems to work just as well as the expensive ones.
Motor has to be good. Don’t judge a book by its rear cover? Lol
lol
I would’ve went ahead and put an aftermarket up pipe and down pipe. Just to save myself on pulling the engine later. If you are going to go ahead and put a little bit of performance parts on it.
I want to keep it stock at least until I get through the inspections. They tried to fail one of my cars for tinted windows once. I don't want to give them any reasons I don't have too. lol
Very cool work 👍😎
Thanks
I hope that the engine is still good. But with the damage and force from the accident it's definitely a gamble.
I hope so as well. It is a gamble I am willing to take. Thanks for watching!
You got yourself a new subscriber, cool channel.
Thank you and glad to have you here!
Sounds like you added value to that transfer case by adding yet another inspection port. 😂
This one was around the drain plug so it made draining the fluid more efficient. That inspection port is worth double. lol
I’m actually surprised, I paid $135 for a 2009 Silverado Crew Cab window switch.... $100 is almost like you stole it. I’m exceeded to see more, good luck from Massachusetts!
Yeah, it may have been an error but I'm not asking questions. lol Thanks for watching. Stay warm over there!
Did you torque and gasket/rtv the read housing cover? I know you said you would.
I like seeing details like that
I did. Thanks for letting me know what you want to see. I can include stuff like that in the future.
Loved the video.Glad I’m not trying to put that engine back together cause I’d have have used 20 rolls of insulation tape with numbering parts😂That’s what us sparkies do.
Thanks, it was not really that bad. Everyone has their methods, whatever works for you is the best. It doesn't matter how you get there as long as you get there. Thanks for the support!
With that cab removed and it's easy to do a lot of stuff instead of going underneath cool
Yep, there is a method to my madness. lol
LOL...our trucks really do speak for themselves. They may not have the biggest power but they will run for EVER.
I agree, maybe some day GM will switch to Cummins. It would be the only way I ever see myself buying any GM truck after 2019.
Good thing your not in boston mass holy crap even cars less than 5 yrs old everything bad rust crazy i have to heat everything .i miss the days when i lived in t.n. and fla was so nice and a hell of alot faster
Chicago sucks just as bad for rust and worse because well...... Chicago. I love southern cars. The parts truck came from FL and this came from OH, the difference is night and day. Technically this one was only on the road for 2 years and it was pretty rusty already. Thanks for watching.
It's like ending on a cliff hanger lol I need more :)
You just gave me an evil idea! If you think it is bad, try looking at it everyday and not knowing. lol Thanks for watching!
vehcor
I'm scared lmao
Think that trans is good? Looks like a unboltable bell housing.
Do a upgraded down pipe and a egr delete the engine is out...... do a passenger side lb7 uppipe swap as well
You are correct. I am more worried about the input shaft actually. I will be checking it out, if it is good, I will reuse the trans.
I might after the inspections. They can be picky and I don't want to give them any reason not to pass me. I did have them want to fail one of my cars for tinted windows. lol
Your back cover, you’ll find that in newer late models that could still be under factory warranty, the parts are cheap when the OEM is paying warranty claims and as soon as it gets older the parts prices double or sometimes triple. Price that cover in say three years from now they’ll want $400 for it 🤦♂️
Hopefully I don't have to buy any more. lol
Good tip!!
I noticed when you were pulling the drive shaft that the truck had one of those plastic skid plates on the bottom of the fuel tank; thought about installing one on my 2018 Crew cab sierra. At the front end of the tank - does it end off like a cut piece of plywood or does it make a 90* bend and curve up a bit? If it just abruptly ends at the end of the tank, I just see it digging into the dirt and breaking off.
Those thinks are useless. I have two trucks, both are broke. lol They do curve up all the way around but they are paper thin and very rigid. The tank itself is stronger. 0 out of 10 would not recommend!
Engine is going to be fine👍
I hope you are right!
You should consider an EGR delete while you have the engine out. Glad the rear cover went on easy but a factory duramax part for $100? 😀
I may do that and some other mods in the future. Right now I want to make sure it is all factory so I don't have issues with the inspections. I couldn't believe the price, even the oil pan was only $70. Thanks for watching.
All the work will be worth it in the end 👍
I agree, it has been a lot of fun so far.
vehcor and if you play your cards right you can make money off the left overs
That's the plan!
I love the videos. Thanks for taking the time to go in depth on all your work! I really wish you would delete that dmax while it’s out lol
Thanks, it is kind of fun to make the videos. Thanks for watching.
Great video keep them coming (better with popcorn)
Thanks, will do!
Another great video,can't wait to see you tear into the body work.
Thanks, slowly getting the prep work done for the big weekend! Thanks for watching!
You gave me motivation sir new subscriber thanks
Keep up the good work
Thanks, will do!
I put my paycheck that is it a good engine as well.
I hope we are correct!