Firing Up My LTX Swapped Trans Am for the First Time! | 1986 Trans Am Project

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  • Опубліковано 8 лип 2024
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    Chapters:
    0:00 Intro
    1:02 Cooling system
    5:14 Transmission cooler
    8:25 Header modification
    9:12 Catch can
    10:28 Awful TIG welds
    12:02 Preparing for startup
    14:13 First start
    15:44 Recap of install/parts used
    18:55 Outro/Next video
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  • @Humblesoul_78
    @Humblesoul_78 Рік тому +19

    Imagine what this guy could do with a lift and some room to move around . Huge salute and respect . Love your content . Your ocd makes my ocd feel inadequate 😂

  • @davian157
    @davian157 Рік тому +10

    80`S DIGITAL MUSIC ... MATT🎼🎵🎶

  • @carlferguson3316
    @carlferguson3316 Рік тому +14

    You make everything look almost like it's factory. Can't wait to see this thing going down the road. Also congrats on 100K subs!

  • @AV131082
    @AV131082 7 місяців тому

    I love the music that plays during the videos, it’s so 80’s

  • @royb.1441
    @royb.1441 Рік тому +2

    I love love love how factory you made this project look. I remember when you cleaned up this engine I knew it was going to be a beautiful engine bay.

  • @hailstorm1986
    @hailstorm1986 Рік тому +1

    It's alive!!!!!!😇🦅

  • @jeffreyshepherd8488
    @jeffreyshepherd8488 Рік тому +1

    You still got the best montage music 😂

  • @mikegalgano4567
    @mikegalgano4567 Рік тому

    Love that open header sound. Crank it up!!!

  • @lsx6.279
    @lsx6.279 11 місяців тому

    Glad to see this project back!!!!!!!

  • @stvmassacre
    @stvmassacre Рік тому +2

    You have the dopest videos my man. You stuck with the 80s theme the whole way through. Love it. Can't wait to see her finished.

  • @PhoenixHavenGarage
    @PhoenixHavenGarage Рік тому +1

    15:11 Badass!

  • @NotAGarage
    @NotAGarage Рік тому +2

    She is looking awesome! You are on the next level with video editing and engine swaps!

  • @codyman15294
    @codyman15294 Рік тому +7

    What a huge milestone! Congrats! Looking forward to the rest of the journey!

  • @That_Dyna_Guy
    @That_Dyna_Guy Рік тому +1

    Looks good Matt. I think you may have your gas flow too high on the tig. Your torch is a flame thrower! A larger cup will help too, like a 12

  • @xslabzxbeaverx
    @xslabzxbeaverx 6 місяців тому

    The knowledge and skill you have is insane! Respect to you sir! I wish I had the knowledge

  • @scottytoohotty7979
    @scottytoohotty7979 Рік тому

    It’s alive, IT’S ALIVE!!!

  • @danorourke5184
    @danorourke5184 Рік тому +1

    Congratulations! Looks very oem in the engine bay. Can’t wait to see it driving

  • @danbaker481
    @danbaker481 10 місяців тому

    Can't wait to see it driving

  • @huntermcnair3311
    @huntermcnair3311 11 місяців тому

    Awesome build!!! I would suggest putting a secondary screen in the catch can. Had one like it before and didn't separate much oil under boost pressure.

  • @dpf1g2fw
    @dpf1g2fw Рік тому +2

    That’s awesome Matt! Congrats… all that effort paying off and it’s very inspiring.

  • @mcraige109
    @mcraige109 Рік тому

    It's ALIVE.. 🤗 thanx for the update. When you get that "T.A." dialed in💻, you'll be straight then. Until then... keep fine tuning. I want to hear that monster roar. ✊🏻

  • @beardedreviews
    @beardedreviews Рік тому

    I see that Godox SL-60!! :) So sweet you got it running man!!!

  • @Wolfman_3344
    @Wolfman_3344 11 місяців тому

    Fuggin mint my guy. It’s looking so clean. I’m excited to see more progress.

  • @jwhittredge
    @jwhittredge Рік тому +4

    Fantastic video and build, Matt! Thank you for producing the best automotive content on UA-cam!! Cant wait for the next video!!

  • @kevindangeleit6679
    @kevindangeleit6679 Рік тому

    Tap the radiator where that plug is for the 5/8 coolant hose and put a barb fitting in for the steam line.

  • @greddmyles3677
    @greddmyles3677 11 місяців тому

    Steam vent usually goes to the radiator at the top hole under or above the top trans hole.. overflow hose still goes to the end under radiator cap

  • @eazhar
    @eazhar Рік тому +2

    Nice work!!

  • @banecker1
    @banecker1 Рік тому +1

    Bro I’m like half way through the video. You are just throwing life goals at me and my 92 bird. What a beautiful build. This video felt very serious, and I have to image it felt damn good to make.

  • @esperformance2308
    @esperformance2308 Рік тому

    It’s alive!!

  • @berem459
    @berem459 Рік тому +2

    Looks great! What an incredible amount of work and attention to detail.

  • @J2A61
    @J2A61 Рік тому

    Also Lokar makes a dip stick for the trans. Also a shifter.. there a way to wire it up for sport mode using resistance…

  • @RatdogDRB
    @RatdogDRB Рік тому

    It breathes!

  • @GearheadOutlaw
    @GearheadOutlaw 10 місяців тому

    For the steam hose... You could look into 4th Gen f body radiators end cap as they have the port for the steam fed to them at the top of the tank. Not sure about fitment on a 3rd Gen radiator core. Or probably get a aftermarket radiator with the needed Ports?

  • @overzealousmaverik
    @overzealousmaverik 11 місяців тому

    Awesome work!

  • @imprecise4026
    @imprecise4026 Рік тому

    My favorite car that you swapped

  • @wolfmanrepairs
    @wolfmanrepairs 11 місяців тому

    WOOOOOOO!!!! Sounds awesome!! Nice work Matt!! 🐺😁

  • @robertappleyard7053
    @robertappleyard7053 Рік тому

    It’s going to be awesome to see it on the road!

  • @jakewade7388
    @jakewade7388 Рік тому

    Heck yeah! 80’s themed music, 3rd Gen, and great skills. What’s not to love?
    Just awesome content. Keep it coming!

  • @ryanmacewen511
    @ryanmacewen511 Рік тому +2

    Congratulations on 100K! Sweet project so far! Eagerly awaiting the next episode. ;)

  • @geremychubbuck3730
    @geremychubbuck3730 Рік тому

    Looking fabulous 👍👍👍

  • @REDZ28won
    @REDZ28won Рік тому +1

    Awesome!

  • @m1a1hm
    @m1a1hm Рік тому

    Outstanding work!!! Good way to end my Monday to hear that bad boy fire up.

  • @J2A61
    @J2A61 Рік тому

    Block that coolant port off completely. You don’t want to run it to your overflow because it’s under pressure and has a good flow of coolant… I just CA glued mine shut after a plug came off and sprayed coolant everywhere. My car runs about 180 all the time no matter what. I’ve hot lapped at the track and it still never goes up… got any other questions just hit me up. After driving my car every weekend for a little over a year now I have had zero problems from the swap it self I will say make sure the transmission has plenty of fluid and checked properly. The 6L80 is sensitive 😂 I run mine a quart over and it’s happy sure wasn’t before

  • @laiky71
    @laiky71 Рік тому

    Awesome video!
    Love the gen 5 stuff

  • @danielalmendrales4667
    @danielalmendrales4667 Рік тому

    Wow congrats man. Im so excited for this vid. I’ll probably lose my mind when you test drive it. Finally!!!! Im definitely going to check out your store.

  • @KenMrKLC
    @KenMrKLC Рік тому +1

    Congrats on 100K

  • @mikepomeroy153
    @mikepomeroy153 8 місяців тому

    Awesome cars and builds!

  • @tonyr9235
    @tonyr9235 Рік тому

    Matt you make it look way too easy! Nice work buddy.

  • @douglasmann4802
    @douglasmann4802 Рік тому +1

    looking good Matt! love your builds/video!

  • @killemhak2463
    @killemhak2463 5 місяців тому

    i would love to see your very first video dropped on this channel

  • @DerrickRG91
    @DerrickRG91 Рік тому

    My 86 TA weeps of jealousy. Great build so far man.

  • @wkjeeping9053
    @wkjeeping9053 Рік тому

    Energy suspension are the only bushings I use. They are great for jeeps. I wish I had found them when I had a 82 trans am.

  • @GrandPitoVic
    @GrandPitoVic Рік тому

    I've been hitting yards trying to find me a pump. No luck yet. I'm going to head to the yard in Wilmington my next day off. It's like just shy of 2 hours away. ROAD TRIP!!!! LOL.

  • @ariyanadumon4549
    @ariyanadumon4549 Рік тому

    She runs mate, congratulations darlin. You done good.

  • @GrandPitoVic
    @GrandPitoVic Рік тому

    She's gorgeous brother. Great job!!!!

  • @DanMestayer
    @DanMestayer Рік тому

    Ooh that's loud. Good Job...

  • @GrandPitoVic
    @GrandPitoVic Рік тому

    My Ls3 block will be done next week. YAYA!!!

  • @renamamiya158
    @renamamiya158 Рік тому

    Love it!

  • @jeffreyshepherd8488
    @jeffreyshepherd8488 Рік тому

    Hey buddy, that steam line. Pretty sure on the 4th gen/lt1 radiators there's a fitting on the radiator for that to attach to maybe you could swap one in

  • @user-fe9oy7vk7s
    @user-fe9oy7vk7s Рік тому

    Been waiting for this video for 2 years lol I have an 86 we met at the Mobile on Arthur kill you said you noticed my car in driveway on figurea glad to see the progress brother can't wait for drive video

  • @ladariusmastin
    @ladariusmastin Рік тому

    Man I been waiting for this for so long sweet ✊🏽💪🏾

  • @floressgarage5685
    @floressgarage5685 11 місяців тому

    Hey man nice work but just an FYI, you never want to have an o2 sensor below centerline on three pipe. It allows water to collect in it and will ruin it

  • @GrandPitoVic
    @GrandPitoVic Рік тому

    HIT IT!!!!!!!

  • @LynnTwinCustoms513
    @LynnTwinCustoms513 Рік тому +2

    I’m just starting out tig welding myself but when the weld is grey like that it means you’re over cooking it. Probably just moving too slow I have a hard time myself with this but practice makes perfect.

    • @lsXmatt
      @lsXmatt  Рік тому +1

      I’m having a hard time getting the puddle to move, I definitely cooked it trying to weld that header.

    • @ughmas
      @ughmas Рік тому +1

      my suggestion is learn from the best on youtube there is a plethora of amazing info out there, it takes time and practice but I was able to learn TIG just by watching some of the channels - Weldingtipsandtricks, thefabricationseries are two of the ones that helped me the most. I am finally able to get nice shiny stainless exhaust welds and its a good feeling. You need to make sure to keep the heat input as low as possible (torch height and angle is a big one here) , backpurge the pipes, and make sure you have adequate gas coverage on top, stainless likes bigger lenses with high flow. All that being said so cool to see the TA start up for the first time, amazing progress!!

  • @J2A61
    @J2A61 Рік тому

    I tried to install electric power steering on my camaro and it didn’t work out 😂 well it did but I didn’t feel safe about it… I was using the Toyota motor though…. I never thought about placing the Volvo set up right there🤔 I’ll try that one soon thanks again Matt 👍🏾👍🏾

  • @1gbayfisher
    @1gbayfisher Рік тому

    Awesome 👍👍👍

  • @Aerozona23
    @Aerozona23 Рік тому

    i really like the thumbnail lol

  • @crivera1728
    @crivera1728 Рік тому

    AutoZone sales radiator hose splices to make swaps easier

  • @KenMrKLC
    @KenMrKLC Рік тому

    Love the T shirt, RIP Eddie

  • @malcolmmok08
    @malcolmmok08 11 місяців тому

    I can't believe you are reinstalling the stamped steel torque arm. You've upgraded everything else.

    • @lsXmatt
      @lsXmatt  11 місяців тому +1

      I have a tubular one in the Camaro and all you hear is gear noise echoing through the torque arm. This is gonna be a daily so I really dont need one.

  • @TheRenaissanceBuilder
    @TheRenaissanceBuilder Рік тому

    Thats pretty damn cool boss

  • @darquille
    @darquille Рік тому

    I think that vent line is supposed to go to an expansion tank. You could probably plug it, leave it as is, or add an expansion tank to the system. Id recommend leaving it, because I dont think you have much room for a tank. I mounted mine to the firewall where the AC stuff would go

  • @d4ve587
    @d4ve587 Рік тому

    You didn't wake the neighbours you woke the dead with that 🤣💪

  • @Last2firstFirst2last-mb5mi
    @Last2firstFirst2last-mb5mi 11 місяців тому

    Awesome

  • @jayriskit8038
    @jayriskit8038 Рік тому

    Hell yeah 🙌🏾

  • @mrphiscal
    @mrphiscal Рік тому

    I think you had to short of a exhust past the o2 sensor that made it diffcult to idle 🤔

  • @GbodyMedia
    @GbodyMedia Рік тому

    Nice

  • @frankk4787
    @frankk4787 Рік тому

    All you needed was a nerdy friend and possibly a robot of some kind in that montage with that music and you would be ready to take on the local gang leader in a winner takes all race

  • @BenL8257
    @BenL8257 Рік тому

    Well done! Great job making everything functional and look nice!

  • @sogood4u489
    @sogood4u489 Рік тому +1

    A fourth gen upper hose will fit.

    • @sogood4u489
      @sogood4u489 Рік тому

      I cant wait for my newest build a 24x conversion with a holly terminator a t56 and super ram 305

  • @thunderheartgaming4416
    @thunderheartgaming4416 Рік тому +1

    Have been watching you for a while remember when you added the charge to the Camaro love it both cars an tahiti came along way I'm still stuck between if I wanna leave my 92 rs all original or if I want the ls7 in it

  • @MrGFG003
    @MrGFG003 Рік тому +1

    SWEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEET!!!!! That TransAM wants to LIVE!!!! What a great accomplishment, Matt. Congrats!
    8:25 Which song is it? Sounds very much badass.

    • @lsXmatt
      @lsXmatt  Рік тому +1

      Honestly I don’t know! I get everything from epidemic sound

    • @MrGFG003
      @MrGFG003 Рік тому

      @@lsXmatt Thanks Matt, I'll check it out and see if I can find it. If I'm able to find it, I'll post it here, gotta keep rock alive!

  • @stevenayala2324
    @stevenayala2324 Рік тому

    yea all i heard is “shes going around town topless” who dont love that ?

  • @ernestomejia110
    @ernestomejia110 Рік тому

    where can I get info for the volvo power steering wiring? that's a game changer for accessory brackets on a regular LS swap

    • @lsXmatt
      @lsXmatt  Рік тому +1

      There’s some info on google but the wiring is really simple. The relay is built in so all you need to do is give the red wire battery + and the black wire ground. On the 3 wire connector the gray wire with the blue stripe gets key on power and thats what turns the pump on. The other two wires aren’t used.

  • @jennyloughry896
    @jennyloughry896 Рік тому

    Are you putting on a new aftermarket passenger side fender or do you plan on metal working the OG fender?

    • @lsXmatt
      @lsXmatt  Рік тому +1

      Probably just throwing the old one back on until I can find a used replacement.

  • @vandettabuilds6641
    @vandettabuilds6641 Рік тому

    You do the cleanest builds I like it!! I have a 3rd gen LS swapped Camaro. I couldn’t tell where exactly you ran the first line to the catch can?? Was it the passenger side valve cover??
    Thank you for the video

    • @lsXmatt
      @lsXmatt  Рік тому

      I run it inline with the vacuum line that goes from the pcv valve to the intake. So on an ls run the hose from valve cover to the IN on the can then a hose from the can on the OUT port to the intake manifold.

    • @vandettabuilds6641
      @vandettabuilds6641 Рік тому

      @@lsXmatt so on the dirty side being drivers side valve over to in on catch can

  • @RAWRMotorsports
    @RAWRMotorsports 11 місяців тому

    🤤 man i.miss my third gen 😢😢

  • @Flitzer514
    @Flitzer514 Рік тому

    For welding tutorials, check out Pacific Arc Welding videos.

  • @mikeeaton9822
    @mikeeaton9822 Рік тому

    Looks like a factory install. What kind of coolant are you running, dexcool is a orange color.

    • @lsXmatt
      @lsXmatt  Рік тому

      Universal coolant. Whenever I put dexcool in my swaps it always turns brown.

  • @ryanbarbolt3691
    @ryanbarbolt3691 Рік тому

    Don't run it with the o2 that close to free air, the computer won't read it right, it'll see a lot more o2 and think it's lean.

  • @Camaro254
    @Camaro254 Рік тому

    You look like Fran from race proven Motorsports

  • @rkb_8_rah
    @rkb_8_rah Рік тому

    🙌🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

  • @SebiDtv
    @SebiDtv Рік тому

    What drive shaft did you use?

    • @lsXmatt
      @lsXmatt  Рік тому

      Had it built by Mr. Driveshaft over in Jersey.

  • @juanmena4676
    @juanmena4676 Рік тому

    Matt or anyone, I’m going to install c5 z06 rims on my 85 Camaro. Does anyone know what my wheel spacers should be torqued too?

    • @lsXmatt
      @lsXmatt  Рік тому

      I torque mine to the factory wheel spec, I think its 100ft lbs but I’m not sure.

  • @jonathant2114
    @jonathant2114 Рік тому

    gonna have to change your name to Lxxmatt lmao

  • @EvansWS6
    @EvansWS6 Рік тому

    Why green coolant? just curious.

    • @lsXmatt
      @lsXmatt  Рік тому

      I tried to use Dexcool in the past but it always turns murky brown for some reason.

  • @GrandPitoVic
    @GrandPitoVic Рік тому

    Where did you get your driveshaft from?

    • @lsXmatt
      @lsXmatt  Рік тому +1

      Mr. Driveshaft over in Monmouth NJ. He made a new shaft for 400 and had it ready the next day. Highly recommended, he shortened the Chromoly shaft for my Camaro too and that car launches hard.

    • @GrandPitoVic
      @GrandPitoVic Рік тому

      Thank you very much.

    • @GrandPitoVic
      @GrandPitoVic Рік тому

      Sorry brother. I guess I would have had my answer if I would wait till the end lol.

  • @zachattack2016
    @zachattack2016 Рік тому

    There was never a gen 2 ltx or a gen 5 ltx

  • @kevin122759
    @kevin122759 Рік тому

    Are you gonna change your name to LTXmatt?

  • @sidwalker6902
    @sidwalker6902 Рік тому

    Meanwhile here in the twenties