Watch this before you CUMMINS SWAP a truck | DRIVE TRAIN install

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  • Опубліковано 3 тра 2024
  • In this video I install the 12 valve Cummins in my Squarebody Chevy. I also install the transmission, fuel system, brakes, and exhaust. My good friend Monty helped me out with the exhaust!! So stoked on how this truck is turning out.
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  • @samstrucks
    @samstrucks  Рік тому +3

    There is a big plot twist coming soon for this build. Stay tuned for the next video that will be coming out hopefully within 3 weeks. A lot of work ahead

  • @steelmill
    @steelmill Рік тому +3

    These dually trucks seem to continue to grow in popularity. I ran across a 89 V3500 4 door 4x4 dually flatbed with a tilt.Getting it squared away slowly but surely.

  • @adambender5585
    @adambender5585 7 місяців тому

    What are the odds the driveshaft was the right length lol. Good for you buddy, that's a win in my book

  • @Maybe-So
    @Maybe-So 10 місяців тому

    Absolutely love this channel...Keep up the fantastic work!

  • @mark7362
    @mark7362 3 місяці тому +1

    Wow, Very very impressive! Outstanding

  • @thomremington27
    @thomremington27 16 днів тому

    you are quite a fabricator....good video ...!!!

  • @tslucam
    @tslucam 6 місяців тому +2

    Found your channel not to long ago. Been catching up on all your vids. Great content. Its very much appreciated. I finally found a 12v to swap in to my 87 CUCV M1008. Can't wait to tear into it.

    • @samstrucks
      @samstrucks  6 місяців тому +1

      That is sweet man!! Keep me updated on the build

  • @MichaelCoffin-pb9lj
    @MichaelCoffin-pb9lj 20 днів тому +1

    Very nice project. Thank you for showing the details like trimming the cross member. Can you tell me how far below the cross member the oil pan sits
    I am thinking about a cummings swap in a half ton 2 wheel drive. I would plate the frame for strength. Thank you for any help you can be.

  • @28tpi
    @28tpi 8 місяців тому +1

    I'd like to know the fuel milage once you get it setup. Thx!

  • @jonathangoodbrand719
    @jonathangoodbrand719 11 місяців тому

    Man! I loved this video, lots of progress on the swap! Thanks for the content 😁😁👍🏻👍🏻

  • @redsky7527
    @redsky7527 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for all the good information. This is what I’d like to do to my old 89’ crewcab squarebody 4x4.

  • @scottmcelyea125
    @scottmcelyea125 5 місяців тому

    Beautiful truck very cool

  • @katskratchkustumz
    @katskratchkustumz 11 місяців тому +1

    Congratulations on the new addition, great vid as always!

  • @mickeyparson9778
    @mickeyparson9778 8 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for your videos, they give me the balls to do a Squarebody Cummins swap haha!

    • @samstrucks
      @samstrucks  8 місяців тому

      I love it! Get it done

  • @Nathandabest08
    @Nathandabest08 Рік тому +1

    Your videos are very helpful for me. Currently swapping a 12v and nv4500 into a 1989 r2500 square body suburban.

  • @grahammiller5812
    @grahammiller5812 4 місяці тому

    best build on the internet, not over the top with spending crazy money and not a hack job, keep up the good work

  • @ryencoke00
    @ryencoke00 Рік тому +1

    Looking great, can’t wait to see the end product

    • @samstrucks
      @samstrucks  Рік тому

      Me too! There is a big surprise coming on this build

  • @shortcutgarage
    @shortcutgarage Рік тому +1

    Coming together nicely Sam!

  • @pooroledaddyfishing8132
    @pooroledaddyfishing8132 Рік тому +1

    Congratulations
    Awesome video

  • @jefferychavis3453
    @jefferychavis3453 3 місяці тому

    Great content 🎉🎉

  • @camkitchiner
    @camkitchiner Рік тому +2

    Love the exhaust!

  • @fordmuscleluis9710
    @fordmuscleluis9710 Рік тому +2

    I can't wait to see more videos coming soon

  • @LemmyKutcherGrass
    @LemmyKutcherGrass 5 місяців тому

    I enjoyed the content.

  • @petem6291
    @petem6291 5 місяців тому

    You do nice work…

  • @user-vr9bv5pe1l
    @user-vr9bv5pe1l Рік тому +1

    So cool!!!😮

  • @user-vr9bv5pe1l
    @user-vr9bv5pe1l Рік тому +1

    Can't wait till this things done

  • @Nathandabest08
    @Nathandabest08 4 місяці тому

    I got my cummins swap done about 3 months ago just to update you. 1989 R2500 suburban running a 1997 12 Valve with a 215 pump. Got 4k rpm governer springs with an AFC mod and fuel plate pushed back all the way. Got a set of Xotic head studs. Plan on upgrading the injectors soon. I'm currently running two computers lol cuz the automatic computer wasn't available for the truck at the moment it seemed they all disappeared when I needed one. I'm running a built 48RE transmission with a billet torque converter. Transmission was a tight fit and the 2wd auto tunnel does not have to be changed to run the automatic, but it does need beat up a little bit for clearance. The computer that runs the grid heater, tach, and alternator is from the 1997 donor truck, and the other computer is from a donor 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee to shift the transmission. When the computer comes available maybe someday I will have to change the governor pressure solenoid in the transmission because the resistance is different from 1996-1999 to 2000+. Other than that the truck drives great and I followed your videos for cutting the frame for the A/C compressor and harmonic balancer. I used a dodge manifold and crimped hoses to the Chevy manifold and running the chevy A/C condenser. Condenser was moved to in front of the raditaor support because I put the intercooler where the condenser used to be. Overall the truck drives amazing and I have far more power and efficiency over the 454 tbi and turbo 400 that was originally in the truck. Kind of miss the 454 honestly but the power and efficiency was far more worth it than the feeling of driving the 454.

    • @samstrucks
      @samstrucks  4 місяці тому

      That is so awesome man. That sounds like quite the build. I haven’t done anything with computers so that is pretty cool you got that all working

  • @kylepryor9972
    @kylepryor9972 9 місяців тому +1

    Just noticed you are making more content. I watched your video a year ago, giving a briefing on square body 12 valve swaps. The one with the two-tone blue and white c30. I'm considering the swap on my square 89 R3500 2wd shorty (cab and chassis)
    Trying to be patient and cut cost as much as possible by shopping smart.

    • @samstrucks
      @samstrucks  9 місяців тому +1

      Sounds good man! The best way is to find a complete first Gen dodge 5spd

  • @jeffsmith350
    @jeffsmith350 4 місяці тому

    You have to reinforce the frame ,where the motor mounts are. It will spread the frame out some. You have to weld brace on the frame.

  • @dankriewald4764
    @dankriewald4764 11 місяців тому

    Well Done
    Thank You

  • @Oldfarmersgarage
    @Oldfarmersgarage Рік тому +1

    I’m super excited for this build. I’m hoping we get to 30k so someone can get it!

  • @imheretolearn770
    @imheretolearn770 9 місяців тому

    Mint 👌

  • @godblessthisnation8386
    @godblessthisnation8386 7 місяців тому +1

    Awesome build and great content.. you really inspire me to do this swap on my 1980 k30 crew cab silverado camper special. Its the only squarebody i ever seen with a factory tachometer. Ive owned over 20 squarebody's in my life.and never seen a tach in the dash cluster before. Also what does a swap like this cost roughly? Thanks

    • @samstrucks
      @samstrucks  7 місяців тому

      Thanks man!
      Your going to be about 10-12000 to do it right

  • @carlpreston1680
    @carlpreston1680 7 місяців тому +1

    Don't forget you can use fuel tanks off of 6.2 diesel truck they have a bigger fuel fill fitting

  • @markdyson9513
    @markdyson9513 5 місяців тому

    Another question. Are there issues with the front center link on the steering? Does that need to be adjusted or modified

  • @thewanderingmillwright
    @thewanderingmillwright 4 місяці тому

    Been thinking about putting a suburban body on my 1st gen cummins dually d350. I want to 4x4 swap it with 2nd gen or 3rd gen dodge front and rear dually axles.

  • @abrahammorin6892
    @abrahammorin6892 8 місяців тому +1

    I am going to start building my Chevy c3500 91 duelley ai had a 97 Freightliner ups truck 5.9 Cummins whis a Alison transmission I hope I don't have problems to build it

  • @dptp9lf
    @dptp9lf 8 місяців тому +1

    Cool... Alberta tuber!

  • @kayh500yearsago7
    @kayh500yearsago7 Місяць тому

    i have the front clip off but my cabs still on with 2inch body lift spacers, can i leave the inner clams bolted to the frame still?

  • @merlepatterson
    @merlepatterson 6 місяців тому +1

    I'm currently rebuilding my 12 valve and was thinking of throwing it into my 1979 GMC 1 ton dump truck. But I want to convert it to 4x4, so that's a whole other issue. Got a replacement cab for the one currently rusted beyond repair, so even more work there as well. Don't know how long it's going to take, but it keeps me busy.

    • @samstrucks
      @samstrucks  6 місяців тому +1

      A little bit at a time goes along way. Back in February I didn’t think this truck was ever going to get done and then all the sudden I was driving it in June

    • @merlepatterson
      @merlepatterson 6 місяців тому

      @@samstrucks Yeah, my biggest problem is I don't have a covered garage to work in. Only a walk-in shop which I can barely get the engine in and out of.

  • @levicampbelll3186
    @levicampbelll3186 11 місяців тому +1

    Love the videos super helpful, I’m doing this exact build and almost done with it. What time are you running? They look good

    • @samstrucks
      @samstrucks  11 місяців тому

      Thanks ! I don’t understand your question sorry man

    • @levicampbelll3186
      @levicampbelll3186 11 місяців тому

      Lol that was suppose to say wheels not time. What rims did you put on it. Sorry about that

  • @user-km5wx1wy1v
    @user-km5wx1wy1v Місяць тому

    We what to put a 12 V in my sons 1984 Chevy but it 4x4 can that be done to?

  • @user-GETTINGITDONE
    @user-GETTINGITDONE 3 місяці тому

    Just wondering what all would be different with a 4x4 ??
    Obviously exhaust, as you mentioned .

    • @samstrucks
      @samstrucks  3 місяці тому +1

      Not much, front cross member and exhaust

  • @tederrasimmons8133
    @tederrasimmons8133 16 днів тому

    Can you sway a newer model 6.7 into a squarebody?

  • @pochiscan1466
    @pochiscan1466 3 місяці тому +1

    very good video sir, I want to swap a 5.9 6bt, for a 1973 Dodge D200 adventure, do you think it's worth it, and do I have to modify the brakes, suspension? Do you recommend me? greetings

    • @samstrucks
      @samstrucks  3 місяці тому +1

      In my opinion you will be totally fine swapping it straight in. Think about it, would you upgrade the brakes if you were pulling a trailer all the time? No. An extra 200 pounds of engine in the front isn’t enough in my opinion to have to completely redo the brakes

    • @pochiscan1466
      @pochiscan1466 3 місяці тому

      @@samstrucks Thank you for your response, and what transmission do you recommend, the g56, nv4500 or nv 5600, I subscribe to your channel, you have very good videos, congratulations

  • @markdelancey-gg1rv
    @markdelancey-gg1rv Місяць тому

    Do u share template for motor mounts

  • @webbsterwebby4118
    @webbsterwebby4118 Рік тому +1

    What are you doing for the driveshaft tunnel on the cab? Are you cutting the cab or are you going to use a body lift?

    • @samstrucks
      @samstrucks  Рік тому

      I think body lifts are not cool. It will be getting cut

    • @webbsterwebby4118
      @webbsterwebby4118 Рік тому

      @Sam’s Trucks I'm interested to see ass that's where I'm at with mine. Mines an automatic cab though. Half ton 12v ve. Wih auto 2wd

  • @SQUARE_ATC
    @SQUARE_ATC Рік тому +1

    Sorry! I’m late! I tried to watch yesterday but didn’t have good internet! I was getting a little disappointed until the end, you came through with a Bad Ricky!!!!

  • @aedynroseveare39
    @aedynroseveare39 7 місяців тому

    Hey man I am putting a 12v Cummins and a NV4500 transmission in my 1987 gmc Sierra classic R3500 and it is a auto right now I was wondering if I have to cut out the whole transmission tunnel and put a new one in or if I will clear it

  • @CarsonLubbers
    @CarsonLubbers 8 днів тому +1

    We did our swap with a getrag 5 speed and our speedo cable turns the opposite direction. Can’t seem to find any thing to reverse the direction. What did you end up doing for yours? TIY

    • @samstrucks
      @samstrucks  8 днів тому

      There is a guy on eBay!

    • @samstrucks
      @samstrucks  8 днів тому

      It’s in one of my later videos

  • @josefwehlauch9462
    @josefwehlauch9462 8 місяців тому +1

    Any chance you could send me a copy of the mount templates?

    • @samstrucks
      @samstrucks  8 місяців тому +1

      How can I send them to you

  • @rayrugg4528
    @rayrugg4528 4 місяці тому +1

    Do you do that swap for customers

  • @bricken1498
    @bricken1498 Рік тому

    👍🏽

  • @Therealphillipsphamily
    @Therealphillipsphamily Рік тому

    Got an ‘86 K10 Bourby Doll, and this video is sooooo pornful. 😂 Good work tho dude. 🤙🏾

    • @samstrucks
      @samstrucks  Рік тому

      I don’t understand what you mean but thanks man 🤣

  • @douglasdonegan9372
    @douglasdonegan9372 3 місяці тому +1

    How much to cummins swap a 06 f350 4x4

  • @andrewbraun4679
    @andrewbraun4679 9 місяців тому

    Why do you refer to the truck as Ricky?

  • @mblake0420
    @mblake0420 Рік тому +1

    In a 2wd? I wouldnt have

    • @samstrucks
      @samstrucks  Рік тому

      Why sir

    • @mblake0420
      @mblake0420 Рік тому

      @Sam’s Trucks I'm just not a fan of heavy duty 2wd trucks. If I needed one I would buy a new one bc those would be a long range towing vehicle. I would have swapped a military or k30