Always great to see the younger generation learning new trades instead of just sitting in front of a tv , on a PC or a phone. Looks like he will be a certified LS mechanic by the time he is old enough to drive legally.
The best gunky greasy, oil remover that I've found and used to clean engines, engine bays is heavy duty oven cleaner. Spray it on, let it do its job and rinse it off with water. Do NOT get the oven cleaner on anything painted unless you want the paint removed! ✌️🤠 🇺🇸
Your grandson is going to be the the go-to mechanic in school when he and his friends reach driving age. Gaining some valuable experience and making memories with Pops, life doesn’t get any better.
This one is coming together real nice , I'm still amazed by the way you tackle a project like this , full on with guns blazing . I especially like the way you show everything in real time , no hiding each step so a person like myself gets to understand whats happening . Till the next episode , God Bless all of you . Stuart in Ontario ..
It's so cool to see you teaching your grandkids what and how to wrench. It's too bad Ryder didn't get to help with the cam swap. It's good knowledge to have but I'm sure there will be other chances. Keep up the great work 👌
Brent you are an amazing man. Taking the time to pass your knowledge is amazing sir. I grew up with a single mother, so not only did we not have the money but there was nobody mechanical around to teach us. So the fact youre teaching these kids puts them ahead of the curve! You and Ester are great people. I wish i had more that i could contribute to your channel Sir! ML&R
Hey Brett, It's great to see a young man learning to wrench. We need more kids interested in wrenching and be willing to learn. In a few years there aren't going to be anyone with knowledge and be willing to do this stuff. Swapping motors and putting things where they were never suppose to go takes experience which there is only one way to gain. Thanks for sharing. Later
I have to keep watching this. I have a 99 GMC van with a rotted frame. Bought it new . 120k miles! That engine can go into one of my projects! Just did now about the wiring! Ill be taking notes! Thanks Brent.
I like Ryder's expression when you told him we have a game plan. You two make a good team on these projects. I like the fact you were able to trade for services to help your buddy and then he helps you. You do know you LS's! Nice video.
Always enjoy watching you re-purpose an LS and its accompanying tech, Brent. We also admire the fact that you are dedicating so much time to your grandkids.
Since my body quit before I wanted to, I live through the fingers of others working on these LS engines. Its not really sure what goes on under the lifter valley cover but I have seen engines not get the full oil pressure because of something in the valley that gets a O ring gasket or something that you would know about... this person had done a quick overhaul and under that valley was a o ring that was not the full size and so it let oil spray under the cover instead of holding pressure resulting in like twenty five pounds of oil pressure when turning two thousand RPM's and almost nothing at a idle... fixed the problem and oil pressure was seventy five and twenty five at a low idle. I am also not seeing the oil pump pickup in the reassembly so figure more is coming for this engine.... loving everything being done... its great to trade labor for stuff because its a win for everyone.
Brent, it was nice to see the workings of ur 5.3l LS engine. I have the same type of motor in my 2011 silverado truck. Cool Pablo and Buddy supervisors on the job. Cool Pablo taken a boot with u at the end..
Awesome!!! Also.... The 8 position of the VIN will provide you the engine code (if still the original engine. That "Z" coded Vin indicated that it is a L59 5.3L Gen3 Flex Fuel engine used in 2002-2007 vehicles. Cheers to you Brent!
OK Brent! Another fantastic video. You gave Ryder some very valuable mentoring and got a whole lot of things done even though it was touch-n-go there at the beginning. It looks like the wxr is beginning to cool down a bit for you and you were able to enjoy a little outdoor mechanicing. I was quite amazed by how quickly you walked right thru the cam replacement. It reminded me of a time when I first moved out of my folks house and my old neighbor whom I helped move out when he retired from being a plumber after 45yrs, came over to my rented house and walked right thru my oil fired furnace to return the favor. He just did like you did w/ that LS, he just set the spark gap with a nickel, put in a new nozzle and adjusted the A/F by looking at the flames licking around the edge of the firebox. In about 30 or 40 mins he was done and I didn't have a lick of trouble with that furnace for the whole next 2yrs I lived there. There's just nothing like watching a pro apply his trade. Great going Brent. Thank you for taking the time to video everything, edit it and put it up on the net. Can't wait for the next one. ben/ michigan
Hi Brent and Ryder you guy's are definitely a family team. The young man is learning a lot o knowledge from the master. Thanks for sharing your content. Take care.
Ryder seems to be such a good kid, and a hard worker for his age, he be a ls mechanic in no time at this rate. Since he's learning from one of the best.
Brent it is such a pleasure to watch you and Ryder work together it will be nice in that new shop things with be better for all God bless you and family.
I buy oven cleaner to clean the block. It is cheap at the dollar store and work well and is environmentally ok. The water neutralizes the caustic nature of the cleaners. be careful with the fumes and your eyes. Two cleanings with oven cleaner and last with degreaser the engine is usually pretty clean.
Brent here in California. Yes, I know it's bad here. But the Vortex motor (LS) is officially one million mile motor. Also, adding Ryder is awesome . He is learning which is great my dad thought my a lot.
Another great video. You really got a lot done, from field to to new cam, very impressive. The gentleman should be very pleased with all the upgrades on his truck once it is done. Ryder is not afraid to get dirty, I think he's a chip off the old block. Take care.
Those cam retainer covers should be replaced every time you remove them, the gaskets aren’t reusable like most gaskets on the LS, I’m not sure if you put a new one on or not, but they will loose all your oil pressure if the leak, my buddy found that out the hard way
Nice!❤️ them wild cucumbers were TOO FUNNY! While you were harvesting!😂😂❤️❤️love me a square body! My 75 Jimmy is almost road ready! I went original 350/350 Np205. My first and only convertible! One year in the making and I am ready for a drive!
Another great episode. I always learn so much watching your show. It's inspired me to start working on some of my old garbage...so thanks for that. Also, I have to say...you have the best music on your channel. Love that you're always bringin' the funk. Perfect for these types of videos, especially when for the sped up clips like tearing the engine down etc. Keep it up! Good luck on this one.
Great video again Suggestion only keep a spreadsheet of all the doner vehicles eg mileage, motors As we get older it becomes useful when looking for parts
It is possible to remove oil pump without dropping the pan, & fix it so its even easier next time. It does require modification to the oil pickup tube.
very interesting video,,,your ability to over come adverse situations is amazing ,,,,,,,,gud on ya Brent Pablo hobbling with arthritis but still a happy pup,,,, enjoys his rides out "bless him ,,,,Ed
Good video...just like pre-shop fire days! It's amazing how quickly you adapted to the major changes with more big changes pending. This is a cool build and you've got a great truck to start with.
hello brent, i have seen others just use oven cleaner to clean up messier things than that engine and it works really well and i understand its cheaper too......give it a shot....btw love to see ya still carrying on....good stuff
Came to say the same thing. I use the dollar store stuff. Foam it up, let it soak, work the bad/thick bits with a chip brush from said dollar store, foam it again, let it sit a bit more then blast it off with your pressure washer. I rinsed mine with water in an old paint gun in my garage last winter cause it was too cold outside. Used less than a gallon of water to rinse the entire engine and you could pretty much eat off it after that.
Brent good to see some more business coming your way. Hope everything goes smoothly on the engine swap. Still do have some on the 54 Chevy. Karl had a video on the roll back that you guys worked on. Got it driving. Very cool 😎
It's good when the stuff you throw yer tools in are the same color at the tool. Seems the best way to see if it a good tool or not. I like them ole square body's. we have a couple around here somewhere.
Brent have you ever tried oven cleaner, from Dollar Store for degreaser? I used it once worked good for me! Has Ryders skills got good enough to let him try to get the broken manifold bolts out yet?
Enjoyable video as usual! Ryder is a big help and learning at the same time. Whatever the brand on the light that would make a great commercial!! Take care!
Did I see you re use the original timing chain set and oil pump? Hope you didn't. Love your LS swaps. New shop shaping up nicely. Old shop will be a distant memory very soon.
Yes another great project. . . Glad the new shop is coming along too. But, . . . . what is going to happen to that sweet wagon in the background???? I'm a sucker for 57's . . .
Yup, wild cucumber. Noxious weed according to the municipality. Mom had some growing in the garden. The one you didnt want ends up being the donor. Ryder’s in like a dirty shirt, he’s going to know more about LS’s than me soon. The square body is going to be nice with the ls.
Hey Brent, since you don't know the mileage on the motor. I am curious why you didn't check the main bearings, even if it ran fine.. It will be fun to watch it come together.
I've said it before, i'll say it again, for shame the LS is burdened with all that crap on top, because the engine itself, is really nice looking. Has a great classic feel to it.
I don't know if yall have purple power degreaser in Canada but if not order you a case of it. It will degrease a engine frames anything you spray it on. Works better than anything else i have tried. My s10 frame was horrible with grease and it was clean enough for paint afterwards. Just let it sit and cut through the grease. Sometimes you have to do a second spraying but it will not leave much behind. And your wife can use it for your clothes too it'll take oil and grease out and off everything.
Ryder is a happy kid, always smiling but never talks. Why is that Brent? Is he shy. It’s really good that you’re teaching him a lot.
I think that you will find is that he is respectful, he answers Ester when she says "hello". so he does talk.
@@markgriffin4888 I’ve heard Austin says hello to Ester, but not Ryder.
Brent, you need to get glasses and a hat for the dog so he is happy in the end videos..😊
Always great to see the younger generation learning new trades instead of just sitting in front of a tv , on a PC or a phone. Looks like he will be a certified LS mechanic by the time he is old enough to drive legally.
@@alstonvolney5399 why wouldn't he, she's his grandmother. Young Ryder does talk.
The best gunky greasy, oil remover that I've found and used to clean engines, engine bays is heavy duty oven cleaner. Spray it on, let it do its job and rinse it off with water. Do NOT get the oven cleaner on anything painted unless you want the paint removed!
✌️🤠 🇺🇸
Your grandson is going to be the the go-to mechanic in school when he and his friends reach driving age. Gaining some valuable experience and making memories with Pops, life doesn’t get any better.
This one is coming together real nice , I'm still amazed by the way you tackle a project like this , full on with guns blazing . I especially like the way you show everything in real time , no hiding each step so a person like myself gets to understand whats happening . Till the next episode , God Bless all of you . Stuart in Ontario ..
Always a treat when my notifications tell me I have a new Halfass Kustoms video to watch! 👍
It's so cool to see you teaching your grandkids what and how to wrench. It's too bad Ryder didn't get to help with the cam swap. It's good knowledge to have but I'm sure there will be other chances. Keep up the great work 👌
😁 that waz great...fun music, GREAT editing..
Thank you Brent & Ryder &Buddy & Pablo 👍
Brent you are an amazing man. Taking the time to pass your knowledge is amazing sir. I grew up with a single mother, so not only did we not have the money but there was nobody mechanical around to teach us. So the fact youre teaching these kids puts them ahead of the curve! You and Ester are great people. I wish i had more that i could contribute to your channel Sir! ML&R
taking shape very well you have the knack brent it is a pleasure to watch you create your work is awesome 200 percent perfect
Ha! Nice shot!! At least that light won't squeak anymore!
Hey Brett, It's great to see a young man learning to wrench. We need more kids interested in wrenching and be willing to learn. In a few years there aren't going to be anyone with knowledge and be willing to do this stuff. Swapping motors and putting things where they were never suppose to go takes experience which there is only one way to gain. Thanks for sharing. Later
I have to keep watching this. I have a 99 GMC van with a rotted frame. Bought it new . 120k miles! That engine can go into one of my projects! Just did now about the wiring! Ill be taking notes! Thanks Brent.
I love how you are teaching the kids to work on vehicles
I like Ryder's expression when you told him we have a game plan. You two make a good team on these projects. I like the fact you were able to trade for services to help your buddy and then he helps you. You do know you LS's! Nice video.
Always enjoy watching you re-purpose an LS and its accompanying tech, Brent. We also admire the fact that you are dedicating so much time to your grandkids.
Great to see the next generation learning from the old man Fun project
Minty !
Pablo Loves cruising with his daddy .
Thank You for sharing your video, and letting us hang out .
Later ...
I don’t think I will ever get tired of watching your LS swaps koodo’s to Ryder sticking around to help and learn 👍👋🇨🇦
Afternoon Brent, your never ending supply of parts amazes me, hopefully your supply is being added to..
Hi Brent I live in the UK my wife Mary and me (Clarence) we love what you do with cars. We can't wait to see your more. CBD.
Since my body quit before I wanted to, I live through the fingers of others working on these LS engines. Its not really sure what goes on under the lifter valley cover but I have seen engines not get the full oil pressure because of something in the valley that gets a O ring gasket or something that you would know about... this person had done a quick overhaul and under that valley was a o ring that was not the full size and so it let oil spray under the cover instead of holding pressure resulting in like twenty five pounds of oil pressure when turning two thousand RPM's and almost nothing at a idle... fixed the problem and oil pressure was seventy five and twenty five at a low idle. I am also not seeing the oil pump pickup in the reassembly so figure more is coming for this engine.... loving everything being done... its great to trade labor for stuff because its a win for everyone.
Wild cucumbers and a cool ride time with Brent, enjoyed your video!
Brent, it was nice to see the workings of ur 5.3l LS engine. I have the same type of motor in my 2011 silverado truck.
Cool Pablo and Buddy supervisors on the job. Cool Pablo taken a boot with u at the end..
Awesome!!! Also.... The 8 position of the VIN will provide you the engine code (if still the original engine. That "Z" coded Vin indicated that it is a L59 5.3L Gen3 Flex Fuel engine used in 2002-2007 vehicles. Cheers to you Brent!
Nice truck, can’t wait till your new shop is done. Glad you rebounded great after what happened.
Cool project Brent, little bartering helps out both parties. 👍 Great to see Ryder taking interest in this project as well . Be good and stay safe. 👍
OK Brent! Another fantastic video. You gave Ryder some very valuable mentoring and got a whole lot of things done even though it was touch-n-go there at the beginning. It looks like the wxr is beginning to cool down a bit for you and you were able to enjoy a little outdoor mechanicing. I was quite amazed by how quickly you walked right thru the cam replacement. It reminded me of a time when I first moved out of my folks house and my old neighbor whom I helped move out when he retired from being a plumber after 45yrs, came over to my rented house and walked right thru my oil fired furnace to return the favor. He just did like you did w/ that LS, he just set the spark gap with a nickel, put in a new nozzle and adjusted the A/F by looking at the flames licking around the edge of the firebox. In about 30 or 40 mins he was done and I didn't have a lick of trouble with that furnace for the whole next 2yrs I lived there. There's just nothing like watching a pro apply his trade. Great going Brent. Thank you for taking the time to video everything, edit it and put it up on the net. Can't wait for the next one. ben/ michigan
When running take off oil refill cap will tell a lot about a motor.
Hi Brent and Ryder you guy's are definitely a family team. The young man is learning a lot o knowledge from the master. Thanks for sharing your content. Take care.
Good one sir Brent you and Ryder made good time on it thank you for sharing
Loving the progress on this Brent.
Ryder seems to be such a good kid, and a hard worker for his age, he be a ls mechanic in no time at this rate. Since he's learning from one of the best.
Cool side project. Great tip too about rustproofing your flashlight!
Haha
Teaching the ins an outs of tearing an what things too save..
You make everything sound so easy!
Super cool. Yins guys did a great job. Keep up the great work
Like the square bodies can't wait till the next video on it
Brent it is such a pleasure to watch you and Ryder work together it will be nice in that new shop things with be better for all God bless you and family.
Got lucky with the flash light. Great content as always
You have an awesome little helper there Brent. 👍 so much knowledge you can pass on over to him.
I wish I had a quarter of your talent. I love watching your contacts.
I buy oven cleaner to clean the block. It is cheap at the dollar store and work well and is environmentally ok. The water neutralizes the caustic nature of the cleaners. be careful with the fumes and your eyes. Two cleanings with oven cleaner and last with degreaser the engine is usually pretty clean.
That's great, they're solid and ride nice for a pickup... I had 2 square bodies 81 & 85.
LOVE a squarebody! That's my current project
makes me feel good to see you and grandson work together,passing your knowledge is greatest gify of all,,,,,keep on keepin on...
Brent here in California. Yes, I know it's bad here. But the Vortex motor (LS) is officially one million mile motor. Also, adding Ryder is awesome . He is learning which is great my dad thought my a lot.
Another great video. You really got a lot done, from field to to new cam, very impressive. The gentleman should be very pleased with all the upgrades on his truck once it is done. Ryder is not afraid to get dirty, I think he's a chip off the old block. Take care.
Taking the body off is a game changer for sure.
It good to see a young man working on car and not playing video games
Gotta love how the guy just jumps in both feet and bangs stuff out..no muss no fuss!
Those cam retainer covers should be replaced every time you remove them, the gaskets aren’t reusable like most gaskets on the LS, I’m not sure if you put a new one on or not, but they will loose all your oil pressure if the leak, my buddy found that out the hard way
The LS rehabber factoty marches on...lol looks easy , when youve done it 20+ times...
SEE YA NEXT TIME...THANX
Nice year!!! 😎👍. Smog exempt in California 🎉. It's a classic!!! Looks clean too like you said!!!🎉😎👍😊
Nice work I take it everything looked good and will see you soon ❤😅
Nice!❤️ them wild cucumbers were TOO FUNNY! While you were harvesting!😂😂❤️❤️love me a square body! My 75 Jimmy is almost road ready! I went original 350/350 Np205. My first and only convertible! One year in the making and I am ready for a drive!
nicely done guys ! getting the wiring and all the bits for the start up will be an interesting and informative episode ... 👍✔🍺
Another great episode. I always learn so much watching your show. It's inspired me to start working on some of my old garbage...so thanks for that. Also, I have to say...you have the best music on your channel. Love that you're always bringin' the funk. Perfect for these types of videos, especially when for the sped up clips like tearing the engine down etc. Keep it up! Good luck on this one.
Great video again
Suggestion only keep a spreadsheet of all the doner vehicles eg mileage, motors As we get older it becomes useful when looking for parts
Nice going, Brent
great job. at least you have a well lubed light
It is possible to remove oil pump without dropping the pan, & fix it so its even easier next time. It does require modification to the oil pickup tube.
very interesting video,,,your ability to over come adverse situations is amazing ,,,,,,,,gud on ya Brent
Pablo hobbling with arthritis but still a happy pup,,,, enjoys his rides out "bless him ,,,,Ed
Good video...just like pre-shop fire days! It's amazing how quickly you adapted to the major changes with more big changes pending. This is a cool build and you've got a great truck to start with.
Great involving Ryder your a champ 👍👍
No worries about cutting wires you know what you're doing you are a genius at that stuff
hello brent, i have seen others just use oven cleaner to clean up messier things than that engine and it works really well and i understand its cheaper too......give it a shot....btw love to see ya still carrying on....good stuff
Came to say the same thing. I use the dollar store stuff. Foam it up, let it soak, work the bad/thick bits with a chip brush from said dollar store, foam it again, let it sit a bit more then blast it off with your pressure washer. I rinsed mine with water in an old paint gun in my garage last winter cause it was too cold outside. Used less than a gallon of water to rinse the entire engine and you could pretty much eat off it after that.
Thanks for sharing 🙂
Very KOOL Brent and Rider Good start to the build
Wicked, getting the little man involved!!
Thanks for the video Brent. You make everything look so easy!
great- cam work
Brent good to see some more business coming your way. Hope everything goes smoothly on the engine swap. Still do have some on the 54 Chevy. Karl had a video on the roll back that you guys worked on. Got it driving. Very cool 😎
Looking like a fun project coming up Brent! Can't wait to see more progress on the new shop!
It's good when the stuff you throw yer tools in are the same color at the tool. Seems the best way to see if it a good tool or not. I like them ole square body's. we have a couple around here somewhere.
You are the master of the LS swap.😊
Thanks for the video.
Easy off oven cleaner is the best degreaser but it hard on paint. That’s not a problem in this Case lol
Brent have you ever tried oven cleaner, from Dollar Store for degreaser? I used it once worked good for me! Has Ryders skills got good enough to let him try to get the broken manifold bolts out yet?
I don't imagine that oven cleaner would do well with aluminum. Maybe on cast iron, but not aluminum. Too caustic.
@@philipdecatanzaro1822put it on. Let it sit for 5 minutes scrub and agitate it. Rinse off. It’s fine.
in other words don't follow the directions like you are actually cleaning an oven😀@@mcfero1
Enjoyable video as usual! Ryder is a big help and learning at the same time. Whatever the brand on the light that would make a great commercial!! Take care!
Did I see you re use the original timing chain set and oil pump? Hope you didn't. Love your LS swaps. New shop shaping up nicely. Old shop will be a distant memory very soon.
That’s one fine square body. Either well taken care of or a lot of work done under that white paint.
Great show
Ryder missed the camshaft assembly lesson. He will catch it on the next one🤺🛠🔧. Thank you Brent
Awesome job Brent. As always
I never use degreaser I use "Easy Off Ovon Cleaner" in the yellow can it works better than any engine cleaner I have ever used even better than Gunk.
Great video! thanks for all of it. You made something so daunting to a newbie look easy as pie.🤘😎
Looking good!
Yes another great project. . . Glad the new shop is coming along too. But, . . . . what is going to happen to that sweet wagon in the background???? I'm a sucker for 57's . . .
Thank you!!
Awesome as Always...Wow This is going to be so Cool...
Great video! Thanks!
Yup, wild cucumber. Noxious weed according to the municipality. Mom had some growing in the garden.
The one you didnt want ends up being the donor. Ryder’s in like a dirty shirt, he’s going to know more about LS’s than me soon.
The square body is going to be nice with the ls.
You must be doing this LS swap for one of the guys building your shop.
The barter system works well.
Cool video! Thank you!🐾🍺
Hey Brent, since you don't know the mileage on the motor.
I am curious why you didn't check the main bearings, even if it ran fine..
It will be fun to watch it come together.
Also, not knowing mileage lifters might be in poor shape.
It's a gem
Very good Video. Nice Ls Engine. I like. Good luck Brenton
sweet. good show
I've said it before, i'll say it again, for shame the LS is burdened with all that crap on top, because the engine itself, is really nice looking. Has a great classic feel to it.
I don't know if yall have purple power degreaser in Canada but if not order you a case of it. It will degrease a engine frames anything you spray it on. Works better than anything else i have tried. My s10 frame was horrible with grease and it was clean enough for paint afterwards. Just let it sit and cut through the grease. Sometimes you have to do a second spraying but it will not leave much behind. And your wife can use it for your clothes too it'll take oil and grease out and off everything.