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  • @LegitStreetCars
    @LegitStreetCars  11 місяців тому +115

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    • @enoch52
      @enoch52 11 місяців тому +10

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    • @danielpedersen1262
      @danielpedersen1262 11 місяців тому

      ole is a Danish name

    • @Naoquerose
      @Naoquerose 11 місяців тому +1

      Man, do you read the comments of the last video to check with hovies about his ls Porsche for you don't have the same fate on track?

    • @philipbickham7551
      @philipbickham7551 11 місяців тому

      I fill my filters

    • @chocotaco8929
      @chocotaco8929 11 місяців тому +3

      Olé
      ¡Ole! or ¡olé! is a Spanish interjection used to cheer on or praise a performance, especially associated with the audience of bullfighting and flamenco dance.

  • @jzenick
    @jzenick 11 місяців тому +275

    You probably already know this, but I thought I would say it anyway. The LS is in backwards, and the pan may not be baffled for being backwards, so when you take off or really get into it, it might be oilstarved. Since some of the swap has been a bit kludgey, you may want to verify the pan has been adapted for running backwards.

    • @jbowen52
      @jbowen52 11 місяців тому +34

      Good comment. Hoovie killed his LS swapped 911 on the track due to this. Baffling or even better dry sump oiling like the original 911 is the ultimate way to avoid oil starvation. Cool car!!

    • @liljohnbarton
      @liljohnbarton 11 місяців тому +3

      That would not cause it to not start.

    • @douglasburnside
      @douglasburnside 11 місяців тому +9

      @@liljohnbarton _That would not cause it to not start._ Unless the engine was seized because of an unbaffled oil pan. 😁 (Just kidding, we know it's because the starter overheated being too close to the exhaust.)

    • @CliffEckstorm-xo3jr
      @CliffEckstorm-xo3jr 11 місяців тому +4

      Indeed. If you look when he was pointing out the temperature…the oil pressure bar WAS pretty low.😳 He definitely needs to check that out 😎

    • @wlittleman
      @wlittleman 11 місяців тому +1

      Interesting theory. Considering braking and turning usually produce the most acceleration/deceleration, the direction that the pan has the lowest point should be forward, correct?

  • @t5tuned705
    @t5tuned705 11 місяців тому +13

    This channel and M539 Restorations need to be multimillion subscriber channels. This content is a straight up OCD cure.

  • @JustAnotherDronePilot
    @JustAnotherDronePilot 11 місяців тому +139

    You know when we get a LSC video on a Wednesday, it's gonna be a good one!

  • @larsbambi1575
    @larsbambi1575 11 місяців тому +6

    Love to see you so excited❤ don't ever lose that. There's a little kid in all of us

  • @hydrocarbon82
    @hydrocarbon82 11 місяців тому +21

    For the trunk/hood: get a 90deg elbow that goes between the manifold and throttle body - that will give you 3-4" of clearance. If you get a 99-02 Silverado cold air tube kit, it will have a very tight radius 90deg elbow (to clear the clutch fan). That will save 1-2".

  • @Unknownbrute
    @Unknownbrute 11 місяців тому +112

    Hi Alex,
    If you install bolts from the top down, if they ever work lose, you will only ever lose the nut. The bolt will stay in the bold hole.
    Sometimes you can lose the nut and the fact that the bolt is in the hole alone will stop whatever it is to stay in one piece.
    I have spent over 20 years in the Ductwork industry and it has been a life saver more than once.
    Love your channel!

    • @imslow6192
      @imslow6192 11 місяців тому +13

      I always do that, especially on suspension stuff. Either bolt from the top or bolt from the front, so driving forward if nut comes off bolt stays

    • @kristofsomers2020
      @kristofsomers2020 11 місяців тому +13

      that's actually an awesome tip, one I'm surely to remember and apply from now on! thanks!

    • @KiwiPokerPlayer
      @KiwiPokerPlayer 11 місяців тому +14

      @@kristofsomers2020don't get too excited, it only works when you can actually get the bolt in from the top. Most of the time you don't get the choice, especially under cars. Correct torque spec and correct use of loctite and you're usually good regardless of bolt orientation.

    • @kristofsomers2020
      @kristofsomers2020 11 місяців тому +1

      @@KiwiPokerPlayer fair enough but I wasn't even thinking about car repairs tbh, more in terms of my own job in structural window construction. I can't believe I've never really thought about it

    • @KiwiPokerPlayer
      @KiwiPokerPlayer 11 місяців тому +2

      @@kristofsomers2020 Ah, I see the confusion... that's funny. Sorry, I was just thinking about applying that tip to working on cars since this is a car repair channel.

  • @austinjenkins5357
    @austinjenkins5357 11 місяців тому +64

    Love a mid week LSC video!! For the intake 90° motion race works makes a tight 90° that should clear!

    • @LegitStreetCars
      @LegitStreetCars  11 місяців тому +15

      Oh cool! I'll look into that. Thanks!

    • @nevillegoddard4966
      @nevillegoddard4966 11 місяців тому +1

      @@austinjenkins5357. Huh? Sorry mate, I dunno what you're talking about! The exhaust piping? Please educate me!

    • @bolisticbee
      @bolisticbee 11 місяців тому +1

      ​@@nevillegoddard4966 hes referring to the air intake system. To replace that current piece he has in order to close the rear engine hood. I'd personally would like to see Alex build a custom one.

    • @justinmurphy2227
      @justinmurphy2227 11 місяців тому

      I've actually seen this piece a few weeks back in another video.
      Nice suggestion @austinjenkins5357!

    • @nevillegoddard4966
      @nevillegoddard4966 11 місяців тому

      @@@bolisticbee Ahh right! - The INTAKE! Yes of couse! How did I miss that word? D'oh!

  • @Slyder42
    @Slyder42 11 місяців тому +215

    So excited about this! Is the oil pan baffled? Tyler Hoover had an issue with the original Apollo911 LS swap when he took it to the track, it was starved of oil when he took aggressive turns.

    • @rtesta
      @rtesta 11 місяців тому +23

      Tony angelo on his @StayTunedTA youtube channel is in the process of swapping his 996 and he got a proper oil pan.

    • @BigDaddyThrock
      @BigDaddyThrock 11 місяців тому +5

      I was wondering that also

    • @c.a.nixiii4650
      @c.a.nixiii4650 11 місяців тому

      Hoovie is the "wife beater" of used cars! He gets a thrill out of abusing them!

    • @serranoalb
      @serranoalb 11 місяців тому +2

      Came here to say the same!!

    • @paulmac9634
      @paulmac9634 11 місяців тому +4

      Yeah absolutely correct, Alex you need the rear sump oil pan

  • @fantastiko111
    @fantastiko111 11 місяців тому +3

    Window roll down fix. Someone replaced the window regulator before. The 996 and 986 had the same window regulators, theres a bump stop preventing your drivers side window from going down all the way. Remove the first bump stop(for the 986) by removing the top screw/bracket on the window regulator. Good luck!

  • @carlyeremian
    @carlyeremian 11 місяців тому +19

    I love this build. I think it’s MORE than okay to own a Porsche with a LS swap FOR SURE. Pretty freaking awesome. Looking forward to the exhaust system coming soon!

  • @ZevMeth_originaljewishmusic
    @ZevMeth_originaljewishmusic 11 місяців тому +3

    I honestly think you should call this the Porsche Carrera LSC!!! I love how much you love this car, and I share your enthusiasm when I watch your videos!

  • @fxckrio
    @fxckrio 11 місяців тому +28

    The ron + mon / 2 equation is there because thats how octane is rated in the US - they literally just averaged the two preexisting measurements for theirs, so the minimum octane is 93, as shown on that sticker.
    Mind you, obviously this doesn’t mean much when it has a cammed LS in it lol
    also I think the colour is great personally!

    • @mortofromoz1
      @mortofromoz1 11 місяців тому +2

      @@barongerhardtEvery other country, apart from those in North American, uses the RON AKI Rating. Not just Europe.

  • @TomLichti
    @TomLichti 11 місяців тому +3

    For the buttons on the wheel there are some specific parts you need to make the wiring work, it's pretty simple, if you have the right parts. For gauges you can get a pod that sits on the top of the steering column, or put them in the center console. For power steering look into an electric hydraulic pump and mount it the frunk, the MR-S pump is a popular one.

  • @dionnefycf799
    @dionnefycf799 9 місяців тому +1

    I have a 2009 Infiniti m35x and I first got it I wish I had the money to do a full service like you do for your cars. Oil change,engine oil flush,fuel injector cleaner, brake flush, and fix all the small stuff on my car that needed to be fixed. I like that you take care of your cars so well

  • @ajmiami9990
    @ajmiami9990 11 місяців тому +2

    I’m a Porsche connoisseur, I own turbo Porsches, LS swap a none turbo is cool. My Panamera turbo S. Runs 11.3 @ 224 and it’s a 4 door. Love, Porsche.

  • @supercuteguineapigs
    @supercuteguineapigs 11 місяців тому +34

    You rock dude!! I love the way you attack each project making every one the best version of itself.. Such versatility is an alien language to rigid purists.. Top work sir!

  • @zakswindle
    @zakswindle 11 місяців тому +4

    Low key this is my favorite car you have right now, I love this body style and I love a cam in a ls.

  • @shark70007000
    @shark70007000 11 місяців тому +3

    Yes! Always fill the oil filter when you can. I warched a video where they show the difference in time it takes to build the oil pressure when you fill it and when you don't fill it. It definitely builds pressure up to normal presser much faster when you fill it first.

    • @grizphetteplace1427
      @grizphetteplace1427 11 місяців тому +1

      Pro wrench here, ALWAYS fill the filter as best you can, obviously horizontal applications would take much less, but any is beneficial...

  • @CraigFulton
    @CraigFulton 11 місяців тому +1

    This is one of my fav channels now. No drama. No bragging. Learn stuff. Good clean fun.

  • @erikjan3656
    @erikjan3656 11 місяців тому +1

    As a part German guy (live in Holland but my family dates from Germany) I really love this car! Wunderbarlich!! Und einfach perfekt! Greetings from the Netherlands and keep going!

  • @vamperalmighty
    @vamperalmighty 11 місяців тому +8

    you can connect the fan relay ground to the PCM #42 from blue connector, might have to add the programing when you get around to it, but then you can control the fans at whatever temp you desire

  • @richienotsorich4303
    @richienotsorich4303 11 місяців тому +8

    Hey Alex.... I bought a bundle this past summer. I don't know how I've survived without the wash mitt and oversized towels. The quality is by far the best I've owned so far and I've been driving for 50 years now!! Great channel, great content and great products. Thank you.

  • @unfinishedbizniz
    @unfinishedbizniz 11 місяців тому +64

    This is going to be a great toy once you get the tune and a few other issues ironed out. But PLEASE get some rear tires wide enough for those wheels, that stretch is killing me! LOL

    • @justinmurphy2227
      @justinmurphy2227 11 місяців тому

      So are the tires actually under tension since they installed like this?
      Just trying to learn so thank you in advance!

    • @Beer_Dad1975
      @Beer_Dad1975 11 місяців тому +6

      Agree... also not sure what kind of person buys $10,000 forged 3 piece wheels and then fits shitty stretched Toyos, hopefully Alex puts some decent rubber on at the same time - not sure what he's going to do though as with that offset, the only way a tyre isn't going to rub is with that stupid stretch - which is probably why they did it.

    • @Beer_Dad1975
      @Beer_Dad1975 11 місяців тому +5

      @@justinmurphy2227 Yeah, tyre manufacturers typically have a minimum and maximum rim width that a specific tyre width/profile is supposed to work within. When you go with too narrow a tyre, as is clearly the case here, you compromise the design of both the bead and the sidewall - meaning the tyre will not be working within its engineered specifications. Generally a stretch like this will cause the car to have significantly less grip than it should as it will affect the contact patch, will contribute to a very poor ride quality as the sidewall flex will be basically gone, and may even cause the tyre bead to unseat or some other failure point - it's both unsafe and reduces performance. Of course they are shitty Toyo tyres so they aren't much good to start off with.

    • @rustler08
      @rustler08 11 місяців тому +4

      Funny when a 315 tire is too narrow, huh? But, it needs a 345 or 355 on there.

    • @firesurfer
      @firesurfer 11 місяців тому +5

      He needs to change wheels to something more normal. At least 2-3'' narrower and smaller. Sell those expensive death traps.

  • @coolissimo69
    @coolissimo69 11 місяців тому +2

    Alex are you taking the car to the next level??? LS motor is much better and reliable than the one was there.

  • @RRRG763
    @RRRG763 11 місяців тому +19

    The oil filter fill: If it was necessary all oil filters would be in a position that allows you to do it. Some filter locations force you to turn the filter on its side to install. The 1st Gen Raptor comes to mind. All the oil you put in it would dump out while navigating it over the cross member. I also do it when I can, but not always. I really enjoy your channel. You are a clean freak, and so am I. Lol

    • @tbunreall
      @tbunreall 11 місяців тому +4

      Ya my filter goes in upside down so....

    • @solidtenpin
      @solidtenpin 11 місяців тому +2

      It's a benefit of having an LS1 then I guess. Mine with 160k likes to burn a quart every couple of months, so the more I can get in the system, the better, lol.

    • @spongbob18
      @spongbob18 11 місяців тому +4

      dude the film left over from the old oil would cover you for the time it takes to fill a filter but each to there own if you can do it why not 👍

    • @trashbandit2449
      @trashbandit2449 11 місяців тому +3

      ​@@solidtenpindoesn't change the amount going in the system, full is full. You can always add a little extra when filling oil to be a little higher

    • @solidtenpin
      @solidtenpin 11 місяців тому +1

      @@trashbandit2449Yeah that's true. One time I put almost a quart of additive in it, then put 6 quarts in, forgetting to lower the amount of oil. Pressure was fine, and never had any issues. Had close to 7 in the system. I read on some old LS1Tech threads that some people even run up to 7 in certain situations.

  • @ryanlatondress8835
    @ryanlatondress8835 11 місяців тому +27

    You absolutely need to wire the fans to the LS ECU. That ECU should already have fan control built into it as it's from an f-body. The wiring is very easy to do and then you can have full control of fan speed and temperature setting not to mention you can compensate the idle when the fans are commanded on so you don't get that stumble when the load of the fans hit the charging system.

    • @ogfromutube9649
      @ogfromutube9649 11 місяців тому +2

      With hp tuners even a p01 truck PCM has fan speed control.

    • @ryanlatondress8835
      @ryanlatondress8835 11 місяців тому +1

      @@ogfromutube9649 I believe to make that that work you need to do a segment swap, that's the way it is with EFI live.

    • @ogfromutube9649
      @ogfromutube9649 11 місяців тому +1

      @@ryanlatondress8835 maybe someone had already modified the ECU as vats was off. But mph limiter was still set at 98 when I got it. But I have a summit 4 core with 16" spal fan and I added the relay and fuse but the setting was already there in hptuners for 2 speed fan. On and off temp and overrun for hot shut downs. I'm still new to the LS tuning so forgive me if explaining it wrong.

    • @ryanlatondress8835
      @ryanlatondress8835 11 місяців тому +1

      @@ogfromutube9649 it takes 3 relays to make a 2 speed fan

  • @MartinD-r1f
    @MartinD-r1f 11 місяців тому +5

    As usual, well diagnosed and fixed Alex - you are a clever man and an inspiration to us home garage hacks 😊

  • @alexneo5352
    @alexneo5352 11 місяців тому +1

    Alex, you pour out oil on BLACK paper so reflective metal flakes are easier seen. The Panning for gold pan color is black for this reason.

  • @alexneo5352
    @alexneo5352 11 місяців тому +1

    Alex, you need to ASAP change the Oil Pan and Pickup on that LS. Ask why Tyler Hoover blew his up... Since the engine orientation is flipped, under hard acceleration oil doesn't reach the pickup

  • @OCDRex11
    @OCDRex11 11 місяців тому +5

    I think Alex just further cemented why I love my C5 Z06 and will keep it - it is raw, has no assists (when you want) and is just an experience. Tracks like a beast too! New vehicles are losing that appeal very quickly if not completely lost already.

    • @briggsquantum
      @briggsquantum 11 місяців тому +2

      I had an '04 C5 ZO6, yellow, and I regret selling that car. Amazing machine, and sounded great all the time.

  • @madmike6942
    @madmike6942 11 місяців тому +7

    u are on the right path Alex...remember that Hoovie blew 2 engines b4 making it work😂😂😂😂

  • @FrldyZX87
    @FrldyZX87 11 місяців тому +21

    Alex redoing and cleaning up wiring is always satisfying to see!

  • @recoilrob324
    @recoilrob324 11 місяців тому +1

    The hot start problem is caused by the starter solenoid getting hot and needing more current than the tiny wire coming from the starter switch can provide. Back in the 'old days' we'd mount a Ford solenoid near the starter but away from the header and run the starter wire to it...then direct 12V from the battery to that solenoid which then sends full 12V to the starter when engaged.

  • @AutoHrycFix
    @AutoHrycFix 11 місяців тому

    I totally agree with you I have a 2000 Honda s2000 and I love how it handles. There is something about older 90’s-2000’s cars!! Love it!! 🏎️

  • @LegitStreetCars
    @LegitStreetCars  11 місяців тому +13

    Here's the first 911 video! ua-cam.com/video/43YgXjEYYLk/v-deo.html

    • @thatsonebadhatharry8610
      @thatsonebadhatharry8610 11 місяців тому

      If you just had a friendly passer-by you could have push started the car. I guess that's Chicago for ya. J/K. Have a great day yourself.

  • @JerryPH
    @JerryPH 11 місяців тому +4

    Hey Alex! About the oil filter pre-fill... for me it depends on the car. On my Impala the filter is at 90 degrees, so a big no. On my 'Vette, it sits pointing up so that's a big yes for pre-filling.

  • @alanmeadows4056
    @alanmeadows4056 11 місяців тому +7

    Should put a cool exhaust on that thing with a merge pipe of some kinda, Id be very excited to see what that engine does on the dyno.

  • @numberyellow
    @numberyellow 11 місяців тому +1

    I recently saw a video over on Lake Speed Jr's channel, demonstrating that pre-filling the oil filter is really better for the engine. been doing it myself for YEARS..
    You're doing it right, Alex.

    • @Blackhawkae69
      @Blackhawkae69 11 місяців тому

      What do you do when the fikter is upside down or at 90 degree? Or what about when it's a cartridge?

    • @numberyellow
      @numberyellow 11 місяців тому

      @@Blackhawkae69 No clue. I've personally never run into that..

  • @richardsmith2721
    @richardsmith2721 11 місяців тому +1

    Keep the manual steering. It gives you the ultimate connection to the road. Just make sure to get the car moving before you try to turn the wheel. You get used to it.
    This would make a great track weapon. Get it out at Road America.

  • @Spokaneexploration
    @Spokaneexploration 11 місяців тому +6

    Wow this is awesome what a surprise Alex a video on Wednesday this is making my day for sure it's rainy in Spokane and boring nothing to do super happy to see you posted a video today keep up the great work man you always do great videos and great content

  • @paularietta6744
    @paularietta6744 11 місяців тому +3

    Awesome car Alex and what a great deal. I've had a few Porsche's over the years and loved them all. I have always wanted to have an LS swapped 914. The handling of that chasis (I had a '76 2.0 back in the day) with the power of an LS would be so much fun.

  • @nestorvelazquez6031
    @nestorvelazquez6031 11 місяців тому +1

    Love it! These LS swap videos you're currently making are my favorite!

  • @danielsteward5090
    @danielsteward5090 11 місяців тому

    I like the LS, im an old school porsche/VolksWagen mechanic from my early years building my own drag car and building engines for my VW buddies. I say keep the LS, it sounds awesome! And i absolutely love porsche cars and Old air cooled VWs.

  • @danesen
    @danesen 11 місяців тому +3

    Not gonna lie I was a little hesitant getting into this build but this video was so satisfying seeing you get it into shape so easily. Seems like a great car and congrats getting it for so cheap that makes it feel so much better. Doesn’t sting like the rust on the DeLorean 😜

  • @denislavdoynov
    @denislavdoynov 11 місяців тому +7

    I think fans should be on constant + since the coolant keeps heating up even though you've shut the engine off. Have you noticed that sometimes fans are running even after you shut the engine? There is a reason for that, but that's just my 2 cents on this topic. On my project car I wired the fans with constant + from the battery and the switch is doing the rest.

    • @n.shiina8798
      @n.shiina8798 11 місяців тому

      for such simple setup, fan never ran with constant +12. if the fan were controlled by DME then yes, constant +12 used. DME controlled fan is usually timed under 1 minute with engine off and it's only when extra cooling really needed. otherwise, fan went off right away

    • @andrewsawyers9312
      @andrewsawyers9312 11 місяців тому

      It only makes sense to run the fans on a constant 12 to cool after u shut off if you have a electric water pump so the pum and the fans would run when the engine stops with a manual water pump it wouldn't make sence to have the fans running after the engine turned off because the hot coolant would be sitting still in the engine

    • @nevillegoddard4966
      @nevillegoddard4966 11 місяців тому +1

      @@denislavdoynov. The stock cooling fans on my 2006 VZ 3.6 litre Holden Commodore often keep running for exactly a minute even after I switch the engine off, hop out, & lock it!
      I'm not sure if it has an electric water pump, but I think it just runs off the engine belts. As one of youse said, it's not much use keeping the fans running after switching off if the water pump isn't running!

    • @ThatMetalheadguy666
      @ThatMetalheadguy666 11 місяців тому

      ​@nevillegoddard4966 Good to see another fellow Aussie on here! The majority of Holden Commodore engines (VN, VS, VR, VT, VY, VZ, VE, and possibly the VF) use a serpentine belt that runs the auxiliaries of the engine. The alternator, water pump, power steering, ac compressor, etc.
      I do love the fact that instead of having multiple belts to run the necessary engine auxiliaries, like in a transverse mounted 4 cylinder. You have one long belt (hence why it's called a serpentine belt) to do the job. Definitely makes replacing them easier too 😂

    • @nevillegoddard4966
      @nevillegoddard4966 11 місяців тому

      @ @ThatMetalheadguy666 Gidday mate same ere ay! So the water pump's driven by the serpentine belt ay? Riight! So what's going on with the 1 minute fan timer after I switch her off then?
      She seems stock, then what's up with GMH Straya then? I mean it's only for a minute; no biggy really, but it doesn't make sense!
      Apart from that I love my VZ, made in Victoria! Well, she's a bit thirsty, at 25 mpg (9.4litres/100km or 10.6km/litre). My very first car with air conditioning! She purrs like a kitten! No timing chain rattle probs. I did the pcv Vale mod & installed an oil 'catchcan', so I'm real pleased!

  • @QuantumTime-pc9ts
    @QuantumTime-pc9ts 11 місяців тому +5

    That is a super nice car and deserves all the love you give it and more. Definitely a track car and would love to see you compete with it. Can’t wait to see the new exhaust and tuning process. I look forward to some massive burn outs and extreme corner carving. The car has massive potential.

    • @OMGWTFLOLSMH
      @OMGWTFLOLSMH 11 місяців тому +1

      Hoovie tracked his LS 996 and blew the engine pretty much immediately. They're not set up for track use out of the box - oil starvation.

  • @gavinstewart7696
    @gavinstewart7696 11 місяців тому +2

    very well done mate as per usual, personally I couldn't fault anything you do your expertise is beyond most of us always entertaining cheers

  • @Jokester_79
    @Jokester_79 11 місяців тому

    Thank you! This is the updated version of my dream car! I'd go with a louder vibrant color. It's a Porsche! Work of art!

  • @pschroeterps
    @pschroeterps 11 місяців тому +10

    I actually like the 996, always have. I also like the whole vibe of this car including the color and the wide body and of course the LS BUT one detail ruins the looks and that is the rear tires. They're not wide enough for the rim and the wheel is sticking out too far. Not sure if there's spacers on there but wider tire and a bit less spaced would make a world of difference.
    Front rear and profile shots are brutal on this thing but front 3/4 and all you see is that wheel lip sticking out that takes away all it's brutish force.
    Love the project and great you're enjoying it - f* the haters - Porsche is worse than Ferrari when it come to the Purists 😂

  • @MrShadow1617
    @MrShadow1617 11 місяців тому +9

    To each their own I guess. Since the LS1 engine was not really meant for cars like this Porsche 996 with a rear engine setup. Space is just super tight and no wonder the starter motor heatsoaked with the exhaust pipes being literally next to it without any heat shielding. I wouldn't do it personally, but hey, still excited about possible solutions to these kinds of problems.

    • @OMGWTFLOLSMH
      @OMGWTFLOLSMH 11 місяців тому +2

      The noise and harsh ride would do me in. I'm not 15 anymore. I like quiet, smooth cars. I love Porsches, I've owned a 911 and a 928S and there's not a chance I would ever be interested in an abomination like this. Buy a Corvette if you want something with an angry sounding LS (I've owned 3 vettes too, including a '72 454 4spd roadster).

  • @damascus-ut1ee
    @damascus-ut1ee 11 місяців тому +6

    For the starter the best thing would be to fab up a thin metal heat shield that has an insulating layer of air all around it, exactly like an OEM heat shield.
    Also these look so much better with the rear bumperettes removed like yours has been!

    • @soldout2jc
      @soldout2jc 11 місяців тому +1

      Heat shield will fix it. I had the same issue with an 84 cj that had the 4.3 vortex swap. I kept getting stranded because the starter would get heat soaked. Shield fixed it.

  • @WriterandPhotographer
    @WriterandPhotographer 11 місяців тому

    I used to work for one of the top engine builders in the country (hemis) and he always primed the oil filters...always. Also, I completely agree with doing a fresh oil change with either a new car or salvage car rebuild. Then, you can be certain that nothing is scratching or gunking up the engine. I was thinking that those plugs don't look like they have many miles on them. Interesting that you were once an MB tech. With that big cam, made certain to keep the timing in check. Another good reason for a tune.

  • @jasoningram9928
    @jasoningram9928 11 місяців тому

    I've seen several LS swapped cars on UA-cam. This is the only one I've really liked.

  • @zollotech
    @zollotech 11 місяців тому +20

    The Porsche purist thing I get, but you didn’t swap it and decided to fix it and make it right. No issues with that, but I would never do it to a car with a stock and working engine as you would devalue it immediately.

    • @LegitStreetCars
      @LegitStreetCars  11 місяців тому +15

      The thing is, one of these base model 996 cars aren't worth much do if you need a big engine repair, an LS swap is a great option. It doesn't need to have a huge cam like this car. It can be a nice, smooth LS that compliments the car well.

    • @zollotech
      @zollotech 11 місяців тому +3

      @@LegitStreetCars ah. That’s fair. I haven’t checked values on the base 996 in a long time.

    • @murry001
      @murry001 11 місяців тому +3

      i'd much rather have an LS than the shitty old engine that would have been in this.

    • @ButterfatFarms
      @ButterfatFarms 11 місяців тому +3

      What's your point you wouldn't wide-body one and put a giant ass wing on it like it used to have either to increase its value.

    • @douglasburnside
      @douglasburnside 11 місяців тому +2

      Sometimes you buy a car for something other than the resale value. For something less than the cost of a used Honda CR-V, Matt has a car that he will enjoy for years, superb performance and great reliability, at a fraction of the maintenance cost of a stock Porsche 996. (Just ask me how I know about Porsche maintenance...)

  • @wiscopyro
    @wiscopyro 11 місяців тому +4

    Hey Alex and LSC fam, hope you're all having a good week!

  • @CarswithNash
    @CarswithNash 11 місяців тому +5

    I definitely think you stole it for $27,000. I always prefill my oil filters as well.👍

  • @MrGuibressane
    @MrGuibressane 11 місяців тому

    "Olé" is a Brazilian word. Don't know if this build had any Brazilians working on it, but basically is what soccer fans shout when they see a nice dribble on a match.
    Love the channel, keep rocking!
    Cheers from Brazil!

  • @totallybonkers
    @totallybonkers 11 місяців тому +1

    The LS swapped Porsche is awesome! It's a solid mod for an aging Porsche that would otherwise probably end up in the parts part of a scrapyard.
    That truck at 33:44 would fit right in here in San Antonio TX. The people here will drive anything, and load them down with junk like that too 😂 it's kind of embarrassing when you live here

  • @BillVerstege
    @BillVerstege 11 місяців тому

    I had a new1979 Trans Am with the 400 4 speed, and after a year or two, I started having starter problems the dealer couldn't figure out. I learned that when stopping to gas up, a lot of times the car had a hard time starting back up, but if I slid under and tapped the starter a bit with a small hammer, it would engaged when I tried starting again. We read in a Corvette club publication (way before the world was opened up with computers) that switching the spring in my starter solenoid to the spring used in the starter on the Corvette would fix the weak spring issue in the Trans Am. Did the swap and never had an issue again! Your problem could be as simple as that.

  • @DPCcars
    @DPCcars 11 місяців тому +12

    Wednesday surprises with LSC are the best! 🚗💨 Great to see such detailed attention to the 911 project. The oil pan query by @Slyder42 is spot on - oil starvation in aggressive turns is a real challenge. Any thoughts on that, Alex? Also, echoing @austinjenkins5357 on the intake solution - tight turns need tight solutions! The link to the first 911 video by @LegitStreetCars is a gem, a perfect throwback to where it all began.

  • @michaelabrams1244
    @michaelabrams1244 11 місяців тому +1

    I get it... I wouldn't touch a numbers matching classic muscle car, but I'd restomod a classic that's a recovery/rebuild. It's fine to be a purist, just don't be a snob. Cars are for enjoyment people. Great vid Alex!

  • @BanditJedi
    @BanditJedi 11 місяців тому

    So, after being a U.S. only auto owner for all my life I became fed up with the boring domestic offerings. (I’m a Pontiac guy so I have my 02 CETA and an 09 Solstice that I both bought brand new) We tried the new JL Wrangler and it let us down so we traded it in on our first Porsche that we ordered to spec, a 2024 Macan T. Now, this experience with Porsche got me thinking maybe I should get a 718 or older 911, but most of my knowledge is from tinkering with my domestics and was kind of worried about the German powertrains, but now…after watching your vids and realizing that I could possibly find a 911 that would be perfect for me if it has an LS1 swap…oh man, it got the juices flowing!
    Thank you, Alex, for buying this car and spot lighting it on your channel. It’s badass!

  • @techiejon
    @techiejon 11 місяців тому

    Pro Tip, when you remove one of those splices, (dont use them they are terrible) tag the wire so when something stops working 5 years later its more obvious. also, consider recoating the wire with vinyl like tool dip before you tape it, tape leaves a gap for air and moisture to get to the wire and corrode it.

  • @foloook
    @foloook 11 місяців тому +1

    My favorite channel ❤

  • @andrewlewis369
    @andrewlewis369 11 місяців тому +1

    Fair doos Alex your a top guy mate love your videos and love the fact that you keep it all in house and it’s a family channel. Keep up the amazing content.

  • @xr500t
    @xr500t 11 місяців тому

    Regarding filling the oil filter with oil before you put back on, sometimes you just can't. If the oil filter sits at an angle sideways you know in the back side or on the side of an engine and it's not set up to capture the oil, you could not possibly fill it without spilling all the oil before you put it back.

  • @alexcortes3005
    @alexcortes3005 11 місяців тому

    One of my dream cars. I love the car the way it is. Color is great it’s different that’s what makes it great.

  • @benjaminbishop5487
    @benjaminbishop5487 11 місяців тому +2

    Alex, I love your channel, you are a master of your craft. With that being said, I’d love to see more content of you enjoying your cars after they are finished. Maybe some rollers? Anyway, thanks for the excellent content.

  • @JamesParus
    @JamesParus 11 місяців тому

    To see what the oil filter has collected. You need to press the outer smaller holes with small screw driver. As the oil goes from edge to center. The plastic behind those holes is flowback valve. Dirt is behind it.

  • @Wolfmots
    @Wolfmots 11 місяців тому

    The starter on my 914 used to do the same thing. The trick, turn the key and wait a few seconds until you hear the starter engage. Or, wrap it with insulation.

  • @c117ls7
    @c117ls7 11 місяців тому

    My take on the cooling fans- use the LS ecu to control the factory Porsche fans. It's 2 ground outputs (low and high speeds). Use 3 relays and you can wire them in series for low and full 12v to both for high. I could explain the diagram on here but way too lengthy. Just need 3 5 pin Bosch style relays

  • @toms.5729
    @toms.5729 11 місяців тому

    Great thing about manuals is the bump start option. Saved me many times.

  • @JamesMcNamara-j1g
    @JamesMcNamara-j1g 11 місяців тому

    I remember looking at the wide body cars and marveling at the skill involved in modifying the sheet metal to work for the application…now you can screw kiddy pools on and call them wide bodies…I miss the old ways. Still a cool toy though!

  • @LegitStreetCars
    @LegitStreetCars  11 місяців тому +1

    Here's the latest 911 video! ua-cam.com/video/5T8PXhozrCI/v-deo.htmlsi=wff23_N-Ig0rHrsM

  • @francistirado7231
    @francistirado7231 11 місяців тому

    I have a 2001 ZO6 with an L.S.1 5.7. It runs at about 223 degrees. I asked my mechanic about this and he said" L.S.1's run kinds hot and it's normal. Aloha from sunny Hawaii Braddah!

  • @everittcord8044
    @everittcord8044 11 місяців тому

    Love the project!!!! I LS swapped a 2001 911 about a year and a half ago. I sold it on Mod & miles. I think you bid on it!!! It was a really fun car but I'm to old & fat to get in and out of it. LOL!!! I bought an electric Vauxhall Power Steering Pump and installed it in the "Frunk" It worked great!!!. keep up the Great Projects!!!

  • @jimgarner5574
    @jimgarner5574 11 місяців тому +1

    Always fill the new filter.

  • @rubenfranco9046
    @rubenfranco9046 11 місяців тому

    Since you asked....I prefill if the filter position allows. Some don't.

  • @shauncoudrey3004
    @shauncoudrey3004 11 місяців тому +1

    Love your work mate, best automotive channel out atm. Keep up the great work 💪

  • @dadadadankable
    @dadadadankable 11 місяців тому

    I’m a mobile mechanic. We primarily work on fleet vehicles. Vehicles that get the crap beat out of them their entire lives. I never pre fill oil filters. Just oil the o-ring. I’ve never had an issue. Not saying my way is right. At least with modern motors, it’s personal preference I think.

  • @robp2728
    @robp2728 11 місяців тому

    I’ve got a ‘99 Carerra 2. I don’t think it’s weak at all. I’ve had 3 Corvettes, BMW’s, Range Rover Supercharged & I don’t find the 996 to be lacking.
    I’m a lover of the LS, don’t get me wrong. You’re downplaying a great setup on the 911, though.

  • @geoffh2560
    @geoffh2560 11 місяців тому +1

    Looking like a super nice car - can't wait to see the engine tuned properly now.

  • @joshuanicolai4776
    @joshuanicolai4776 11 місяців тому

    I used to work at an oil change place and I knew someone that loved how I smelled cuz her grandpa used to own a shop and I guess it was a nostalgic smell for her

  • @Rovinman
    @Rovinman 11 місяців тому

    ROFL ! ! Absolutely fantastic episode.
    Your Enthusiasm is SO contagious !
    Love it !

  • @Lombarski
    @Lombarski 11 місяців тому

    I fill my filter also. You don’t want to extend the dry start. New oil does not have contaminants.

  • @Niko9902
    @Niko9902 11 місяців тому

    For the longest time I absolutely love swapped porches… weather it’s an LS, a Honda K-Series….. the V8 is sick but I always wanted a k swapped Porsche with a tiny turbo with internal wastegate and make a super quiet, like silent exhaust, and personally balance the rotating assembly very well and use a sick dampener so I can rev that baby out…. Lol someday

  • @OB928
    @OB928 11 місяців тому

    Love the LS Swap. Kinda why I have a 928. Nothing like great German engineering and a V8.

  • @Murdered0ut150
    @Murdered0ut150 11 місяців тому

    Love these mid week vids man! Keep that up with the longer awesome sat morning vids!

  • @leenonolee4629
    @leenonolee4629 11 місяців тому

    Best video! Seeing you so happy driving the car I can live my driving life vicariously. Lol.

  • @pacman407
    @pacman407 10 місяців тому

    MR2 Spyder power steering system. It's hydro-electric and can be tucked in spots and have hoses custom made to the rack.
    Also, get rid of all the NRG junk. It's cheaply made and seats, seat rail, and steering wheels are considered safety items. Recaros would go with the European Porsche, Sparco, as well as other known seats and rails would be best. This comment will spark hate, and that's okay.
    Love what you do here, Alex. Watching you get me motivated while I work on my own stuff.

  • @babyhulk6267
    @babyhulk6267 11 місяців тому

    Z-1 motorsports makes a screw on funnel that works a treat and you don’t have to worry about the funnel deciding to exit stage left in the middle of filling your car with oil. Something to look into for sure

  • @S2NAZ
    @S2NAZ 11 місяців тому +1

    I know you’ve bought a lot of different cars and all of them are pretty cool for many different reasons. But, I think the Porsche would be the most fun to drive from an HP seat of your pants bring the thunder experience 😂 this was so much fun to watch. Thanks Alex 👍🏻🫵🏻

  • @Maxreverse
    @Maxreverse 11 місяців тому

    Backfire under the bridge. Perfect timing.

  • @Sam-eu1fw
    @Sam-eu1fw 11 місяців тому

    for the power steering i’d recommend getting a electric power steering pump from something like a late 2000s volvo s40

  • @ogfromutube9649
    @ogfromutube9649 11 місяців тому

    My starter heat soaks on my LS swapped Volvo 240. Uses a Nissan 300z RS5R30A so uses the Nissan starter which is about 3/4" from the longtube headers lol. It'll turn a lil slow when hot but always starts!
    I put some aluminum heat shielding around the exhaust and reflective heat tape on the starter.
    It's got the biggest cam could stuff in a 5.3 with stock displacement. Tbss intake and 92mm tb, 1 7/8" longtube with 3" x pipe and 3" all the way back. It's gnarly loud. Just swapped from the Vette regulated filter to an adjustable fpr and have some 80# injectors I'm about to put a centrifugal supercharger on. Should be fun. It avgs around 205°f in 90° ambient regardless of sitting in traffic for long periods. But also has room for a giant summit 4 core and 16" spal fan. Have a gen 4 pan on it but usually run an extra 1/2 quart for sloshing. Also has a ford 8.8 31 spline rear with 3.73.

  • @RightFootTherapy
    @RightFootTherapy 11 місяців тому

    I also used to do roadside assistance with a 163 ml . Still work for Mercedes too haha. Love the videos and all the cars you have !

  • @rwhutcheson
    @rwhutcheson 11 місяців тому

    Put in on hp tuners, put the idle speed at about 850 rpm, add 2-4 % to the idle air and play with the timing and it’ll idle pretty decent.. I had to do it when I swapped the cam in my 5.3.

  • @mattfarahsmillionmilelexus
    @mattfarahsmillionmilelexus 11 місяців тому

    At first I thought it was silly, but the more I look at that car, the more I like it. Tone down the interior and up the taste, and it would be mint.

  • @limalimauk
    @limalimauk 2 місяці тому

    "Adam ant" ium was a uk singer in the uk back in the day. Just making my way through the old vids I've not seen 🎉