We LTG Swapped a Firebird & drove the Alaska Hwy?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 16 ต.ค. 2024
- We embark on an ambitious project to build an epic sleeper out of our old firebird with a 1000% increase in roadtrip-ability! We then take it on an insane road trip from Anchorage, Alaska to Pleasanton, California for the Good Guys West Coast Nationals car show. 3,100 miles, in only one week. This trip is about testing one of the weirdest swaps we've done, and to experience as much of the continent as possible.
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“99 problems and fuel ain’t one” great stuff guys!
99 problems and a girl ain’t one
At first, I didn't like the idea of swapping in the 2.0 turbo, but after watching to video and its flawless performance and economy mileage..... What a cool build. I also have a 67 firebird.
Yeah😄 -at first... but then i realized i can afford to drive this more than once a summer to store and back😅
i was just thinking while starting this video, what if someone swapped in a 2.7 I4t from a cadillac or truck from GM, torquey lil thing
More power, better MPGs, better balance, parts that're easier to find (and even more space to work on the engine, should the need arise), still RWD, still manual, and it makes turbo sounds? I see this as an absolute win. I'd still miss the classic rumble and roar of a V8, sure, but everything else considered? I'd certainly have no complaints.
I'm more interested in knowing where they found a completely intact first Gen firebird for $5k....
I don’t have a 67 firebird
How is there only 15k views on this video? This is awesome. Glad I found the auction. Wish I could bid on this car👍
Sometimes here is justice in the world and the masses come to their senses and realize stupidity and ignore it.
This is one of those rare times.
Try to not be such a moron.
Being a former gm tech and having a love-hate relationship with those engines. I'm extremely impressed with the build and love the originality. Y'all now have a new subscriber.
Same!! As a ex gm tech we all hated the 2L motors and all the 3.6L motors specially when it's in a gmc acadia 😂😂😂
@@arifeenaushad9287currently a GM tech, FUCK THE TRAVERSE/ACADIAS🤣🤣🤣
@@arifeenaushad9287 My sister has a GMC Acadia with the 3.6L, fuck that thermostat.
They're definitely better than the turbo 1.4s. If those things werent leaking coolant, they had none.
@@jacobrzeszewski6527arent the 1.4 Daewoo or Daihatsu engines? I cant remember which of the 2 but pretty sure GM bought the blueprint from them
two guys building a neglected classic to perfection and drive it a millennium of miles? hell yeah subscribed!!!
Another bird on the road and not rotting ! Subscribed keep it up
Two guys build it. Only one gets to drive it.
Way to go guys, and thinking outside the box and getting it done.
This is far better than watching people build their Subaru WRX's. You guys deserve a larger audience!
Don't do my boys at doughnut media like that
Really like the way you guys tackled that complicated issue of solving all the fitment for the new motor, drivetrain, subframe, and interior! Way to make a hard job look simple.
Thanks! 👍
As an older generation car guy, I was at first not on board with the motor choice. However by the end of video, I became a fan. I remember the days of doing things differently and having a blast. I love seeing the new generation doing the same thing with their own twist. Great build, great adventure and great friends. Enjoy your journey, I think I will tag along for the fun.
Loves those “will they make it” road trips !
Cool video. Not often you see a 4 cyl swap!
Thanks!
I have never seen this channel but the quality of work, filming and editing is really impressive. Hope this channel gets all the attention it deserves
Great job guys! Its great to save a car like this. Whats cool is with the ltg swap you have a economical drivetrain allowing you to enjoy driving the car.
Great job with the build and with the video production and editing. Excellent use of other clips, both video and audio, to make the story funny. You guys are cheerful, positive and always show that problems can be solved. This is a perfect testament to the mixing of old style with new tech. Pontiac 326 engines CAN be made to produce quite a wallop; however, they are thirsty and expensive to do that with. Excellent mileage and performance. Good luck!
Glad you enjoyed it!
First, let me say this is a very cool build. I commend you on making a huge transformation. Surprised and confused as to the weight gain... I would have liked to see more details on actual installation of all those shiny new components.
I like it, it's different yet fuel efficient. Plus it's not the same ole boring LS engine everyone else is doing.
That engine is such an underrated swap a few mods and this bad girl can push over 300hp not bad at all and fairly reliable. Well done
Thank you algorithm for bringing me here. Throughly enjoyed the build and the journey.
That portion of the Alaska Highway between Watson Lake and Fort Nelson is sparse for gas stations. Always make sure you have enough fuel. I think the only stops that were open were Watson Lake, Muncho Lake, and Fort Nelson. It was clear after that. And yes, the rig pigs always drive 130-140 KPH on that stretch of highway between Fort Nelson and Fort St. John.
Yeah for sure! We planned ahead and filled up in Watson Lake, but lunch at Liard River was nice and we made it to Fort Nelson without issue.
Love this video, You guys dont seem like car guys on the surface but you really are everything that is great about it. You made this car your own and created some great memories.
'We've simplified bread and removed the filling' proper got me 😂
I watch tons of car shows, and I gotta say, this is the first video I have seen from you guys and it's fantastic. I can't believe I'm 22 minutes in and the car is built. The pacing of the video is perfect and I love your ideas. I was actually looking into doing a cadillac L3B swap into one of my bmw e30s, but I have 6 projects ahead of that one so we will see if that ever happens. But this is fantastic content guys, keep it up.
Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed!
I get a big bang theory vibe with these two. “Sheldon’s” Nice work Fellas 🤓
Absolutely love that you weren't afraid to joi the off-beat hot rodding crowd! Absolutely love the combo!
This is awesome 2 friends working in the garage.keep the video's coming
This thing with a bigger turbo (like the new Garrett G25 turbo), a proper set of injectors, and a good dyno tune would be alot of fun. I mean, not that 275 HP isn't enough fun for that chassis, but that engine can do better. On E85 that thing would easily make 400-450 whp on a GT25. Edit: sorry guys, I'm 41 and I've built alot of high horsepower turbocharged imports. My last build was a 1997 Civic coupe that made 709 whp at 34 psi. It was ridiculous on the street obviously, and I smoked a C8 Corvette on the highway from a roll, but it ran 9.55 @ 155 MPH with slicks. I was maxing out the GTS3582 turbo, but it DID make 709 wheel horsepower out of 1.85 liters. I can't wait to see what this Firebird can do on the autocross track with that engine and suspension.
Thank you guys for using an old car 😊I lived in Alaska for two years and drove the Alcan five times in 1974-1976, and flew out, but I have taken the same trip both ways. Good to see the same views, took some of the same pictures too. Thank you.
The old gas tank is full of rocks cuz that's a cheap old school way to get the rust and build up out of tank you fill it with rocks and water and roll it around a bunch then rinse it out and it kinda works to the point u can use it with a few extra fuel filters or course
Yes but you should always add marbles, and then jack up a different wheeled vehicle, strap it to the wheel, put it in drive and let the spinning do the work. Works excellent for a budget, esp with a tank cleaning chemical agent.
Hey! Your vid popped up and I thought your Firebird looked familiar so I had to watch. I remember meeting you guys briefly. That is my Monte Carlo doing stand-in chores while my other car is being readied. Awesome car and sorry I didn't get a chance to talk more but love the video and the road trip!
Thanks! Next time I'll bring better tires, but we had a lot of fun and it was great to meet you briefly!
I was not expecting such a great show of enthusiasm and craftsmanship when I clicked on this. Thank you guys!
45:46 USS Plainview, US Navy's first hydrofoil ship. It is a prototype from the mid 60s.
Wow! That's really interesting. Had no idea it was a hydrofoil, I certainly had to research that one . Thanks for sharing
I just the uss plainview out🤯🤯🤯
Appreciate the new angle on a swap, im 52 and have owned 14 v8 coupes, firebirds, Lemans, Chevelle's, and others. But also had 2 Honda Civic hatchbacks, a 91 SI with a obd zero b16 with type r head and Y1 limited slip, would do 13.1s on 195/50 street tires, 7800 rpm all day, embarrassed many a v8 at lights, vtec at 5600 is when you got left
I am honestly shocked at how well that swap turned out, and completely floored by the fuel economy. Well done!
Wow that was an epic journey, well done guys
Thanks!
I was actually considering doing this swap in my 1986 El Camino. You guys have convinced me that this is the route I should go. Great video!
What a trip. I grew up in Eureka California and seeing my old stomping grounds on your drive was really cool. Awesome car and great journey. Hope to see more!
You are the happiest brothers working on cars on the interweb!!!
This car is so cool. Love the IRS and the engine choice. Really would love to build a car similiar to this. Id like to see a Corvair with this engine setup in front. Good job guys
@ 1:01:18 - The commentator going *_"wait wait wait wait wait .... seriously?"_* had me laughing. 😄
amazing! so smooth and quiet! if you can't go electric.. GO WITH THIS!!! I LOVE IT.
This video is so very well put together. I am both a classic car guy and a bit of a tech nerd...so this was right up my alley. The editing was perfect! Subbed.
Thanks!!
That was awesome. I was.going to buy a 92 camaro with a 305 motor. I was going to swap for the same motor.
Thank you for showing
How it's done. Almost all of the builds on the hot rod shows fail because the build quality is crap . this was the first time watching and I have to say bravo. Your work was excellent..
That is A LOT OF WORK!!! Kudos to you two
The guy driving is always smiling. The fucking joy u get when u complete something and it WORKS
What a build and journey! You guys are a joy to watch and I love the editing!
Absolutely love the direction you took bringing new life into a classic car, then an amazing shake down like no one else can say they did. I wish I were in a better position to bid for this on bring a trailer. Great job guys.
Bravo !!!! Great videography n cool car too ! ❤ed it , thank you. Especially "Holes in the Bread"!!!! 😂
You guys deserve to hut the algorithm. I watched through this whole video and enjoyed every second of your build and travels. you gained a new sub :)
Glad you enjoyed it!
Great video! Really cool build. Love the LTG engine
Great vid well done guys 👍
Hey guys Just found your channel and what a treat. Felt like I was right there with you guys. Because I’ve done both, though not together. I owned a 68 Firebird for a couple years and I’ve driven the ALCAN highway from Juneau Alaska to California. That was beautiful and a life-changing experience but I can’t actually say I wouldn’t wanna do it again. Intrigued as hell about the motor you put in that thing I love the content keep up the good work
So nostalgic watching your road trip pit stops !! Did it in a Semi during the winter 3 times from WA to AK. Glenallen AK Tesoro Gas Station , Fast Eddie's in Tok AK , Talbot Arm Restaurant in Destruction Bay, Reindeer Sausage Pastry in Haines Junction ,Muncho Lake , Yukon Motel in Teslin Yukon , Fort Nelson Timmy Hortons , Tempo Tags In Dawson Creek
Very nice build with the LTG turbo 4 cylinder. Well put together. Amazing gas mileage in of all cars a 67 firebird. 35 mpg nice ! Thanks for taking us along with beautiful scenery and an iconic 1st gen Pontiac Firebird.
Kinda reminds me of the overhead cam inline 6 they produced in near microscopic numbers for the same generation of firebirds.
Really a good video, I like what you did to the old Firebird. At first I thought a big Chevrolet 500 engine should go in it but after the long trip with great gas mileage it's pretty cool. Great job guy's and I can't wait to see what's next! 👍
Thank you very much!
I was once in a garage where we were working on a '67 Firebird convertible. Maroon with black top and interior. Pontiac 350 with some aftermarket parts, TH350, stock drum brakes. The rear end was from a GM coil spring car but it had monoleaves on it, and the factory right rear traction bar that all 1st gen GM F bodies had to counteract axle twist on launch.
Great stuff guys. Love the build and love the roadtrip.
That’s awesome, great job guys
Really enjoyed this. Would like to watch a longer series of the build
My bad! Went back and binged on all the episodes! Great job
This was a treat! I love different
i dont know, but i guarantee u guys keep that smiling all the way.. that really positive minds whilst driving to ur destinations
25:04 yeah! The MCM swag.
What an awkwardly nice couple of guys! Lol
Kickass build dudes!
I'm a simple man. I see fellow Alaskan car enthusiast. I subscribe to fellow Alaskan car enthusiast.
Great video. I am jealous of the scenery of that side of the continent.
Awesome Video, entertaining from start to finish!
Enjoyed the video! Thanks for sharing! Impressive work!
Guys, you're doing this whole youtube thing wrong! You needed to split this up into 10 videos that are 20 minutes long each, with 3 minutes of sponsor reads, plus youtube ads! (sarcasm aside, this is an amazing video and I love the car and the swap. Keep it up gents! You've got my subscription!)
Great flick. Excellent job guys
No idea if you’ll see this or not, but at ~48:12 when you mention it looks like something in a movie, I’m fairly certain The Goonies was filmed there and that exact turn was part of it. Also great work on the car, I wish I was able to do this kind of stuff.
Was that a "Mighty Car Mods" chopped sticker, around 51:42? Loving the journey, and the car Gents. cheers
Guys this is absolutely beautiful work! Great job!
Damn I was smiling more than the driver of this video. Nice job and Awesome memories made.
A 1st year F-bird with A/C & rare fold down rear seat option. I was amazed at how rust free it was. How much $$$ do you have in this build?
We were amazed too! That's the main reason we went ahead with the project. More about the build here: th-cam.com/video/0BEdC96RrUc/w-d-xo.html
This project is the kind of project I wanted to build. Awesome build guys
Y'all definitely gained a new subscriber on this one! This is a really cool build!
As someone who's driven all over Alaska in far crappier cars, this was an awesome video. Neat seeing all the stops and gas stations you recognize from prior adventures. The gas mileage must be nice. The most I ever squeezed out of my '74 Charger's stock 318 was 22mpg.
Great video guys.
You two make a Great team!
Awesome video. Would love to see more like it from you guys in the future!
You definitely got the bugs worked out of that build! Lol. Broke in well!
Sure would love to build one of these for my 4wd.
Edit: Great editing and cool car! No one else is doing it = cool project.
It sounded like a Celica. Lol. But you guys are computer gurus! That first ride looked smooth as silk. I'm so impressed with your teamwork and drive.
I’ll have to go back and watch a little bit more event. I can’t figure out why he didn’t make the trip back with him? Great video guys thank you.
As an owner of a 23 230i BMW, I can appreciate four cylinder performance. Also, it kept me out of jail while still delivering grins.
You guys built a freaking awesome car. Clean and mean 2.0 turbo machine. Just goes to show you dont have to use an LS for everything. Great job. I'm definitely a new subscriber.
I don't like V8's so i loved the idea of putting in 'not that'. This thing having IRS aswell is so good! Muscle car looks without the muscle car problems!
Grew up in fort st john, that highway is a gong show at the best of times. Also lived in Chetwynd for a 7 years (wood statues)
Great video, glad i found it!
My grandfather helped build the alaskan highway during ww2. He took a picture after every section they finished and certain sections look very much the same.
Not usually into the patina look but the car looks great.
I sure wouldn’t mind owning that car. You guys made it look very easy with hardly any problems. To me the perfect daily driver
This gave me Roadkill vibes! 🔥
Hardly, these guys actually prepared the car and gave themselves more that 6hrs to do it!
2.0 swap is very different and watching your video I love it. Seems great for a daily driver with the classic looks we all love but without big spending on today fuel prices. Reliable seems amazing
The quality of the video got me subscribed 🤣
The patina on that car looks great, can't ask for a better color. Cool build, glad you didn't put a 2jz in there
I could watch you guys for Hours!!😂😂😂!!
Was a great video,you all are a little strange, but built a cool car.Whats with that goofy grin on his face all the time😂
The engine platform seems pretty robust! Some led projectorheadlights would be great for night driving!
As car enthusiast old cars restoration with new technology, i loved your video and humour. Subscribed in first 10minutes. All the way from Pakistan. 🎉❤
I think this should become a new tuning genre: old American cars with junked engines getting modern inline engine swaps
This was an awesome video to watch. Cheers from a fellow Gen 1 owner.