We Added 150 HP To My Buick Grand National By Installing A Table Full Of Retro Performance Parts!
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- Опубліковано 3 лют 2023
- In this video, we make my 1986 Buick Grand National super fast by installing cool retro parts from the 80s and 90s! I also go on an extended test drive tuning the car in the coolest way you've ever seen. We had so much fun with this one, I hope you all enjoy! Comment what 80s or 90s car you own!
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My Dad bought one new in 87 so I have fond memories of these cars, one of my top 2 cars. He put a bigger turbo from kenny bell that added about 45hp and ran 21 lbs of boost max, chipped, test pipe,etc. It was a beast.
I just started watching this series... Great timing as I got another GN after having to sell my first one 15 Yeats ago. In this video, you removed some wiring I just added. When you found the random fuse under dash.. and thought it was a way to reset check engine lights...it actually has a different purpose. It's an anti-theft device that by pulling the fuse, cuts off power to the ECM...so the vehicle doesn't start. I just installed this kit in mine..lol. Love the full series... it's basically what I'm doing with mine now.
Your SHOW perfectly encapsulates the spirit of all the old shows. Thank you for what you're doing and keeping car repair fun and educationally accessible. And always love Peter's word of the day!
Well said, I completely agree
Perfectly said!
100%
LSC is BETTER than any car TV show I can think of except, maybe, classic Top Gear.
And if it is any consolation, I do watch you on my TV Alex
I worked in advertising for 8 years... UA-cam has over 2 billion subscribers. Alex your network/ channel is literally television sir. Down be surprised if a linear network reaches out to you in your team. You doing a great job. 🏆
I totally agree. Alex and Peter would make entertaining hosts, entertaining and knowledgeable. I would only hope that the show would not get dumbed down or over hyped like so many do....
If he goes this route he loses control. Turn down the offer if it comes!
@@knightonwarbeck1969 agreed seems like they are doing great on their own. I can’t imagine anything good coming from getting a network involved.
AND DON’T DO IT IF THEY DO!! I think moving to a TV format would ruin your channel. You’d lose creative control, have to bow to corporate pressure and be beholden to big advertisers. Stay free and keep creating the awesome content!!
Don't move to a network. It might sound like a lot of money but you will lose control and frankly lose some of us in UA-cam, just because I don't watch the networks. It won't be future proofed. Recently I saw the headline that Jay Leno's Garage was dropped by NBC.
The wiring clean up excites me way more than it really should.
How can I start learning wiring, who can I can I watch what can I read?
It is greatly appreciated that you guys do not edit out the mishaps or gremlins that pop up when doing this work. The information you and Peter give us to correct those setbacks are invaluable! Thanks for staying genuine and humble for your subscribers. It's hard to find youtubers like yourselves these days. Wishing everyone at LSC much more success! God speed and stay safe!
I love the black headliner! Leave the visors just like they are. I think the two-tone is appropriate for the car and it looks cool!
I just wish someone made a headliner for my G-body I have a 4 door Malibu which is longer than the 2 doors
Naaa. Those visors gotta go.
I 100% agree, keep it as is. It matches the interior very nicely.
I’d keep them maybe just clean them up(while protecting the sticker!)
Yeah the black headliner is mint
I'd leave the visors grey.... I think the contrast against the black liner looks good. 👍.... and what a time capsule of a find!! Love the Grand National.
Also, the blend door for the HVAC system in that car is vacuum operated, and those are typically a source of vacuum leaks. Almost all of the 80s and 90s GMs were vacuum operated. My 1996 GMC Jimmy had a vacuum operated 4WD system and I had to replace the vacuum canister, the blend door actuator, and quite a few of the vacuum lines because they were all either rotted or were leaking.
Long-time watcher here, and despite this channel not always being at the top of my automotive UA-cam list, it certainly is now! Best combination of fun presenting, cool cars, and constant entertainment and education on mechanical aspects. Peter and Max also help make the channel what it is today. They were great additions!
This channel IS MY MORNING CAR SHOW channel! It has just turned out to be this way. You have the perfect number of cars and stories to go with each car to keep multiple stories going at once. You and Peter are 2 humble and entertaining guys to watch and its about how down to earth you both are that keeps me coming back. That humility is top notch, the cars are great, your knowledge drops are fantastic and even though this is entertainment, i feel like I'm learning something along the way.
Just when I thought this car channel couldn't get any better, you find the coolest side kick in the world (Peter) and you start working on one of my favorite cars ever. Thank you Alex.
Let’s be honest….Peter is good but A Chinese spy balloon is the greatest sidekick.
Side note…pretty sure “sidekick” is raycisss now
Peter is the best. He's the sort of guy who's presence and smile makes your day.
This was one of the most fun UA-cam videos I’ve watched in awhile. The nostalgia, the teamwork, and the excitement at the end are just so good.
The grand national has got to be one of my favorite "series" you have put out just purely in the amount of enjoyment the car gives your soul! I think it gives a lot of inspiration for other people to go search for the dream car they have always wanted since they were a little kid.
Not only to I like how Alex and Peter get along, I also love the length and instructional purpose these videos provide. Good work guys!!
Since you two have teamed up, your channel has become THE best car channel on UA-cam. I simply must watch every video. Keep it coming!
These cars were way ahead of their time! So cool we can now simplify and perfect the way the turbo works in them.
That car is just badass, and the enthusiasm you blokes have all through this video is infectious. Super happy you got this thing sorted out! Now you get to enjoy it for a while before the big resto project 😊
LSC has become my favorite Saturday morning car show. I love the tweaks you’ve made to the format in the last few years. Hope to see you around the Chicago area once things warm up.
Thank you for this over an hour long video on a Saturday morning!! I now have something to do!! 🎉
Living the dream boys! Thanks for taking us along. This is STILL my dream car
Smiled through this whole video. Brought me back to my first turbo regal (87 WE4). Keep up the good work! Can't wait to see you and Peter rolling together in your 80's monsters!!
That triangle hole assembly immediately jumped into my mind as being an alarm horn mounting point. You need some security on that beast!
I also always watched the Power Block shows on Saturday. I love the nod to those. Your channel is definitely a better alternative, and awesome cars! You and Peter are killing it!
I have a CTS-V wagon and Police Interceptor Utility with 3.5 ecoboost you can borrow any time and throw a table of parts at 😉
THAT was one of your BEST Vlogs yet !
You and Peter's enthusiasm is SO infectious, I was peering at the screen, every time you ripped out some wiring !
Yeah ! Don't need that !
Save that for the rescue vehicle !
I want one ! I want one !
Can't wait for the next episode !
Take extra special care !
Stu xx
I also have a 87 GN that was willed to me last year when my dad passed away. He used to drag it so the engine , trans and rear end are very built and aprox 700hp. It ran in the low 10s. Im trying to get it back to looking stock. Amazing you found the original wheels. Thank you for going into excellent detail. Very fun to watch !
Look forward to these videos every week. A lot of UA-camrs are entertaining but far fewer are entertaining and actually work on cars. I consider myself a pretty good home mechanic and I learn a ton from these videos.
I scour the interwebs for a couple hours a week to look for GN videos, never have i been more connected in all opinions on how this build is going. You earned my sub this video and I am super impressed with your knowledge of the four greatest vehicles ever produced, the GM V6 monsters of the 80's and 90's. Thanks for the best last half hour of my recent life, look forward to the next GN video. Long live Lord Vader!
I’ve owned my Grand National for quite some time. I’ve never watched a video like your video. You were so informative long. I really appreciate what you’ve done. Thank you so much.
Guessing the TB Warming circuit was a de-icer for winter driving. In the old carb days, you had a warming tube on the air cleaner sucking heat off the exhaust manifold. Mine was missing on an old Mazda B2000, and she kept dying out on me on winter highway drives. Finally got smart and pulled the filter cover and there was actual ice building up in the throat of the carb. The drop in atmospheric pressure as it passed through the venturi caused the metal to supercool in that area, and any moisture would stick and freeze around the throat of the carb. Pretty crazy but cool science.
I smile whenever Alex tells us how much he loves his Grand National.
I'm flashing back to my youth thanks to Alex and Peter. MO POWWA!
@LSC Peter Love you guys
Grand National is recognized. Its the go to add in in most racing games with classic muscle cars and movies love putting it out there. It truly is a national treasure, first efi turbocharged little v6 that kicked everyones ass.
I’m 20 and I’ve always loved this car for it’s body style but you have made me love it more!! I wish to own one some day
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I love seeing you and Peter so happy!! Safe and happy driving guys!!
Alex is on a roll - a bunch of outstanding videos in a row! This channel has evolved into the best automotive repair and modification channel on UA-cam. Congratulations as as the channel approaches a very deserving 1M subscribers.
Black headliner with Grey visors looks amazing. How it SHOULD have been. If I ever get one I'd do it
Black and gray is a vibe. I have an E46 with the terrible dove gray interior. Been slowly swapping out a few things for black and it's improved tremendously.
I agree. Doing same thing to my Mercedes s500
I had an e36m3 with that dove grey interior….it’s terrible. I bet that Chinese spy balloon had dove grey interior.
When grey or white is clean, it looks mint. Black looks good too, but you don't know how gross it is until you clean it.
@Long sleeve thong the grey Vader seats are pretty boss though.
Shows like yours are the spiritual successor to the old Powerblock shows. I love this series!
I think Stacey David would like this. 😁
I didn’t like Stacey David. There….I said it. You just can’t trust a dude named “Stacey”. I bet Stacey David was flying that Chinese spy balloon with dove grey bmw interior.
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I grew up watching the SPEED channel and you are definitely better than any of those shows! I’m so glad you make longer videos for those of us that actually want to sit down and watch a good car show 👍🏻
I really dig the two tone effect with the headliner and the sun visors. Really enjoying your videos!!
This might be the most epic LSC video to date 😍. Pure excitement. Installing the spark plugs reminds me of the old Chuck Yeager ad video..."AC Delco. Power when you need it." That's just a start...😁
Absolutely love this! We are the same age and I grew up with the same weekend shows on tv. This brings back lots of memories and I hope that there is a future for videos like these!
I have to say that your videos are waaaay better than any of the shows I watched growing up. There's no non car-guy producer messing things up. Just a couple authentic car dudes working on what they love. Keep doing what you're doing fellas. I can see your channel blowing up like the donut car channel. In my opinion you and cleetus have the best UA-cam car shows.
You must not have grown up watching Chinese spy balloons
Welcome to the Saturday morning Legit Street Power Block programming. Living the dream Alex! Like the headliner. And the Grand National is a timeless cool ride.
Great video, and I loved the intro about growing up watching TV shows with the host standing in front of a table full of parts. Glad this came true for you. I know I'd watch you on TV on those Saturday mornings if the times were like back then. Great work!
You've probably watched Black Air. If you haven't, it's a must. Starts out with a guy whose dad owned a Buick dealership in Chicago .
Feature film-length video of GN mods. What more could we ask for on a Saturday! Love this car, and love you and Peter as a team. Awesome.
Chinese spy balloon shootings
Alex, your channel gets as many or more views than those shows we used to watch on Horsepower TV every Saturday morning. You’re killing it!
From the engine cutting off and other mechanical issues in the beginning until now, this is total ASMR to watch it up and running smoothly! well done LSC!
Always loved these cars back in the day and they always played with my 90 Mustang 5.0 notchback but what i enjoyed about this is this brought back memories of upgrading mine with 80/90s tech.
This is better than a TV show... You guys rock, love the format and how you have fun with it...
YES! It’s like the modern Saturday morning Power Block TV.
Most of us back in the day brought the maf translator in the cabin for easy adjustment and left the cover completely off. Glove box was a common location. No one could afford $1000 widebands in those days so we tuned without them using narrowband, EGT, and knock sensors for reference. Fun times it was pioneering the tuning scene.
This video helped me answer SOOOO MANY Q's with the Turbo Regal. I've been on forums trying to get answers that this one video took care of 💪🏾
This car was my ABSOLUTE favorite car too back then! I used to watch Autoweek on Sundays! This is waaaaay better! Love the content, the laughs and information that your videos give! Keep them coming!
You should help Peter build his car like you did with your editor. That would be awesome.
They’re doing a series with his starlet and the eclipse
Another killer episode guys. This channel gets better every week. Your taste in cars is identical to mine. Keep up the great work guys!
Great one Alex and Peter. Reliving old childhood dreams....what can be better than that? Cheers
I mean I watch your channel on Sunday mornings on my 60 inch TV, so you ARE a TV show guys. And one of my favorites at that. I've always loved GN's, one of the most iconic 80's cars ever made IMO. This thing looks so fun to play with enjoy it!
This one of my favorite videos. Takes me back to the 90s for sure! Great job, guys.
Love the black headliner, definitely leave the visors the way they are it looks super cool!
I think I just realized what I look and sound like when I was in my "love for turbo Subies" phase. Yes, that lasted for many years but I do think I see now why everyone was always scratching their head at me. I believe the happiness and number of times you said 'Grand National" in this video could positively make the world a better place. lol
I have only seen one of these in person. I was at a restaurant and one pulled up in the drive through. I immediately walked over, had them roll down the window, and then I said the first thing that came to mind, "how much will you sell it for?". I meant it, owner knew it, and the laughter ensued. I am sure you can guess I wasn't laughing. Cool cars indeed!
That is crazy..the tune the whole set up..those were the days man the good ole 80’s. That car is awesome good job you two..GO GRAND NATIONAL!!
Alex I love the channel, you’re doing what I wish I could do! Keep the grey visors, that 2 tone interior is gorgeous and the original tag on the visor really makes it work keeping! It’s awesome watching the excitement that you and Peter have for these cars
Your GN build is actually really helpful for me and my Conquest build! Not too mechanically experienced so the explanations really help. Also oddly enough a lot of the your mods are what the G54B crowd use, like a MAF-T. Definitely love these vids and can't wait for Pete's Conquest build!
I love the channel man and the charisma that all of you guys have and the efforts put in the videos. Been watching since you bought your E55 AMG, and I’ve always loved your content man and will always watch, keep it up man and let’s hit 1M !!!
Man another amazing video as always! I love these long vidoes. I could spend all day watching you guys. The channel is so engaging and the videos make it feel like you're working on the cars with your buddies. You, Peter and Max are awesome and thank you as always for bringing us amazing content!
This is definitely my favorite project of yours. I would suggest finding another set of sunvisors, Take your new ones and dye them to match. Keep your tan ones in perfect condition stored off to the side.
This is the best video ever!!!!! love all your stuff and this "Legit Upgrades" (great ring to it right?) series is another awesome fun idea and how appropriate to release it Saturday morning :) Hope to see more like this in the future!
Excellent video I’m 38 and growing up always loved the grand national. My dad had a 88 regal.
Just want to say that I love the channel! Been checking in for a couple years now, love how genuine you guys are.
What 80's or 90's cars do you own? Any daily drivers?
I drive a 1988 dodge d100, been my daily for 3 years now
I have a -97 Jaguar xj6
I don't have it but I want it back
1990 acura integra
1989 BMW 525iA and 1986 Honda Jazz (named Honda City in some countrys)
Both have no aircon so they suck to daily drive in the summer.
Have a 97 w211 e320 with the inline 6 🙂
Great videos. Your one of the reasons I picked up a 14 e63. I can't wait for Saturday morning uploads.
Alex just saying Stacy David would be so proud of you you are a perfect host very entertaining and well spoken. The grand national is a dream of mine as well right up there with Mad Max interceptor
Love it. I’m smiling ear to ear watching the test drive. I love the Grand National.
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I like the contrast. Keep the visors.
leave the sunvisors the contrast is excellent
Trying to stay a pretty little fucker?
86 Pontiac 2 plus 2 gran prix. Pulled it out of woods 20 years ago with 187k and it still sits in garage. Total pos. Project was sidelined by cancer and a car accident that left me with spine problems. Oh well, I still love to look at that fastback and beak they did that year. I believe there are only 1183 ever made.
Oh Alex you probably know this. But just incase you didn't. They make a 145mph speedo replacement .
I never understood why they chose to put the 85 mph one .
Keep the visors grey! That really pops!
Black sun visor. Looks great!! Your living my dream. My 3 sons and I love the channel!!!!! Keep'em coming!! Thank you for the amazing content!!
Love how happy this car makes you. American / Euro / Japanese.... 80s and 90s is the best era.
Alex - your success is well deserved. Your enthusiasm with your builds is infectious and makes this one of my "must watch" channels.
Love your videos man keep it up
gosh, guys, you really transmit the enjoyment of a Gran National Buick, can wait to get in one. i dont know if i can get one here in México, but searching already. Thank you folks.. hope you all get the 1M soon.
Black headliner looks awesome!
I love your videos LSC !
Love it! 🔥🔥
Driving (and building) the car looks so much fun!! Great work. Love watching your videos! Cheers!
All the way from South Africa.
Kathy in Missouri here. I'm an owner. Finally! My grand national is original, not a T . It gets away from me often. Got my first trophy at Christmas for first place Classic Car. 1987 83k miles. Love your video!
Thanks Kathy, enjoy the car!
Awesome!! Just cover the sun visors with a removable black cloth similar to the roof liner. Keep the OE under the covers for nostalgia and authenticity 😁
I like the black headliner but I would go ahead and get a new set of black sun visors and dye the pillar trim so that everything above the windows is black. You can always make a shadow box display out of the visor to preserve it if you ever want to put the originals back on. Thanks for the Saturday morning car fix Alex! 😂
My fondest memory of a GN was a guy in my neighborhood up in Crystal Lake Illinois. He was a huge TA guy until the GN came out. He loved that car and took us kids for a ride in it several times. He worked for the city maintenance department and washed that car daily at work. I forgot his name but we lived in Lockwood Acres.
Tuning with gas pedal and paper reminds me of helping my dad pull obd1 trouble codes by doing a pattern with the key and counting the flashes of the light on the dash.
I love you guys totally awesome watching you guys bring these car's to life again really makes my heart warm and feeling young again so much fun and innovative technology for the retro and the new it makes me feel like I'm there with you guys when I watch all your all's videos especially this one right here I remember in school always picking up the motor trend magazines in the library and seeing this car and so many more like this car this stood out to me the most thank you so much from my heart to you
Great tutorial. We (all TR owners) know and appreciate your excitement for the car! Great content!!
Alex... I had an 87 a few years ago and had to sell it. I found another one about the same time as you started doing videos on yours. I needed to do almost all the same things you did, so you were a huge help ! When I saw your Tinman I take, I remembered that I had one on my first GN. Long story short, I found out that I live 45 minutes from the Tinman...so we met in Pontiac. MI to pick it up. Wr talked for over an hour and he shared so much.
Like you, I can't believe I actually own one. And like you I brought it back to new condition... even better actually.. i aded a factory power trunk and factory powet drivers seat mechanism....now, I'll drive it all the time. Thanks for all the help. You've actually restored 2 GN's in your process !!!
Love to see the excitement in you guys! It’s exactly what it’s all about! 😊
Gotta love the 80’s 85mph speedo with the highlighted 55mph!
I don't work on cars that much but I do work in IT / TV and Radio Engineering. I absolutely love cleaning up old hack wiring jobs and bringing things back to "factory". It usually fixes three quarters of problems!
I swear every time I watch your episodes, you put a big smile on my face. you guys are fun.
I love all the content, but especially the banter you three have. Adds a lot to the videos!