5.3 LS Swapped ZR2 S10!?

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Жыл бұрын

We knocked it out of the park with this build! A customer brought in his 2003 ZR2 S10 for a 5.3 LS swap and we delivered! Check it out and SUBSCRIBE!!
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@bryantbrothersracing6114 7 ай бұрын

How would everyone like to see a "how to" video of this swap in detail?

@jacobdavidson4171 6 ай бұрын

Yes

@ocegueda19921951 6 ай бұрын

Most definitely

@chadl.981 6 ай бұрын

Bring it!

@28EduardoSierra 6 ай бұрын

What was the total

@elrey285able 6 ай бұрын

I would

@jonathanhudson4623 Ай бұрын

All chevy ZR2s and GMC high riders are 4x4 with an 8.5" rear axle with a gov-lok, 7.65" front diff, 4" wider axles, 3" taller factory lift, 3.73 gears, 4 wheel disk brakes, 31x10.5R15 tires, and a very stoutly built fully boxed ladder bar style frame. They are a completely different animal compared to any other S10 and they are built like a tank. The L35 4.3L just wasnt enough engine for serious use and a LS upgrade really makes them shine and can get better gas mileage. I have an L33 aluminum block 5.3L (5300HO) engine with the factory 799 heads (same casting as the LS6 243 castings). The H.O. L33 5.3 weighs the same if not a little less than the iron block and headed 4.3L so you dont have to worry with front end sag from the torsion bar front suspension. The L33 is a flat top piston aluminum block with 9.9:1 compression. I'm running with the "Truck Norris" cam from BTR and I have a bed mounted turbo. It's not exactly a cheap swap to get the 5.3 into a zr2 but it's well worth it and you'll be happier with a v8 LS swapped zr2 than you would be with any other factory truck and it would be cheaper to build a v8 zr2 than it would be to buy any new truck. Adding a turbo isnt that complicated and 7-8psi will add around 50% more power. Offroading the truck you should have the turbo mounted in the bed but if it's just a 4x4 custom road queen just hide the turbo next to the frame rail under the bed like alot of 2wd guys do. Nothing hurts feelings like beating new "muscle cars" with a 20+ year old 4x4 s10 on 31" mud tires. If you can build it yourself you can save alot and 98-99 Ls1 camaro/firebird manifolds will work if you cut off the collector flange and weld on an extension. The 98-99 manifolds are cast steel instead of the 2000-02 manifolds that are cast iron. I've also heard that TBSS manifolds will fit but I'm not sure what mods are required for them to fit. Youd be hard pressed to find a tougher modern-ish truck thats as capable off-roading as it is stock but a 4000lb curb weight with a 200hp v6 just isnt as much fun as a cammed 350-400 hp v8 swap or a modified and turboed 5.3L making 500-600hp. The 8.5 doesnt like the turbo power much if it gets enough traction but a ford explorer 8.8" is almost a direct bolt in and if you really want a lift and more space for easy swapping do a solid front axle swap with a dana 44 front axle. The limit is based on your wallet but a fully customized and extremely built zr2 will still be cheaper and way cooler than any new truck that wont be as tough and wont have nearly as much power to weight. Mines an all blacked out 2000 zr2 extended cab (looks basically just like this one but completely blacked out with a whistle coming out from under a false bottom tool box in the bed. Mine is still IFS with no extra lift. These trucks are awesome and an LS just makes them that much better.

@Mike_The_Hog_A_Nator Жыл бұрын

I love this! Beautiful! I got a super clean 02' ZR2 Blazer LS that I would love to do a swap in. My 4.3 Vortec has 300k miles but runs like new & still gets the 16mpg 02' sticker mpg! You can't even feel it running at a red light w/ the AC on.. There's just something about a V8 that I love! Especially for towing. Just put a new heavy duty 4l60e in her & many other engine & drivetrain parts. The old man I bought it from here in SE Texas for $3k many years ago kept it in the garage & know one has sat in the back seats to date (almost July 2023) & it's clean!

@EXTRA---LARGE---FARVA 7 ай бұрын

I had a 95 1/2 ton in highschool with the 4.3 and 300,000 miles when I got it for free. My uncle bought it brand new off the lot in 95, let a tractor roll into the side of it, then it made its way to me. Rode like the day it was made. My first year in the Marine Corps a tornado destroyed my mom's house that had my truck parked next to it. That truck didn't even have a scratch on it. 4.3s are immortal and still one of the best engines ever made, in my opinion.

@Ironsja11 5 ай бұрын

Dude that ZR2 is freaking awesome! My daily driver is a 2000 ZR2 i rebuilt in 2019.

@beasyphone 9 ай бұрын

I've got a third kids college fund in my ZR2, and this is ALMOST better lol. I'll eventually throw a couple more cylinders in mine but I'm happy where I'm at... slip for a 7.84 and I drive it everyday. This is also a VERY NEAT build. I'd love to see more of it

@americancollegegrad3729 3 ай бұрын

Yooo post a walk around of yours!!!

@americancollegegrad3729 3 ай бұрын

Yooo post a walk around of yours!!!

@tyuspoletti Жыл бұрын

Dude I want to do this to my zr2!

@jimmyhamm6041 7 ай бұрын

I've got the 96 ext. cab 4X4 Sonoma highrider looks just like this ZR-2 all but front clip , I want a 5.7 vortec and a 5 speed tremec trans. Also want the AWD system from an Astro van up front . I would rather have steelie wheels with caps .😊

@RobertBrown-vf8yd 11 күн бұрын

Awesome pick em up truck!

@tuchi2001 Жыл бұрын

damn yall still do this, i just got one and i want mine to be build similar to this

@user-oo1sj8or6z 8 ай бұрын

Mannn!!! This would finish my dream truck if you could put this in my crew cab sonoma!!! 😢

@evokys5098 8 ай бұрын

Can you get link info for the after market steering wheel and are thinking about doing another video on s10 how fun the build was

@Iam-fh4zz 9 ай бұрын

I have the '01 ZR2 Blazer I'm wondering how close these chassis are and I wonder if a 6.0 with a 6 speed manual would fit in it

@izom 9 ай бұрын

wow awesome s10 !!🤩

@bryantbrothersracing6114 8 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@justinwoosley3188 2 ай бұрын

This is the best tuner around Decatur Al

@ryryy1980 5 ай бұрын

I heard with the GM performance manifold, diff throttle body, cam, vortex S/C, lowered compression ratio so you don't have to run an intercooler, and a 93 tune, you can make over 400hp with the stock 4.3...

@ryryy1980 5 ай бұрын

And you're only in for 8k. I just looked there is a GM performance 4.3 that makes 350hp and it drops right in for 7k...

@FelixWyley 6 ай бұрын

Do you have shop if so I have 03 s10 and was wondering if you build similar setups for customers

@BrokenSmokinSpokes 11 ай бұрын

So you really didn't get too detailed in the build CPW Harness CPW A/C Then questions are - CPW ZR2 Specific Motor Mounts or which mounts? Milodon or Modified 5.3 oil pan? Electric Fans obviously? Stock 4.3 Radiator? Is the CPW Harness the one that requires you use the 5.3 / LSx computer? and that is what makes everything work? Abs, tach, electric fans? Any trans cooling?

@DocLulzson 8 ай бұрын

wat i'm saying bro 👆👍👍

@derrekgrapp7421 3 ай бұрын

Anybody know where I can get new fender flares for my 2002 GMC Sonoma ZR2? (Mine are busted up & rough.) Don't care if they're aftermarket as long as they look close to factory original. These seem to be hard to come by.

@cognac8297 2 ай бұрын

What spark plugs is it running

@lolitsnik7864 3 ай бұрын

how much did this cost i wanna do this to mine

@kalebpoppleton9200 5 ай бұрын

What harness did you guys get?

@user-xm9cf2wz9y 8 ай бұрын

What tires and rims are those ?

@anthonykelley368 10 ай бұрын

Can that be done on a 2002 Blazer with the shorter wheel base? I want to give it a 2.5” lift as well from a kit that 4 Wheel Parts sell for it…

@bryantbrothersracing6114 8 ай бұрын

Yes , Is it 2 or 4 wheel drive?

@anthonykelley368 8 ай бұрын

4 wheel drive@@bryantbrothersracing6114

@MrJosuedejesus1 6 ай бұрын

Like it How much cost to do same set up I have engine already s10 new 02

@bryantbrothersracing6114 6 ай бұрын

This Customer spent around $14k on this build. Thats with us supplying everything and parts cost a year ago. We can get you a quote together if you'd like. Just need to know what options you want.

@jameswharton7880 11 ай бұрын

What oil pan did you use? Milodon 31083 is 400 bucks too expensive

@BrokenSmokinSpokes 11 ай бұрын

lol... If you think a $400 oil pan is too expensive don't even attempt a LS into a ZR2 S10. Not only do you need the oil pan when it comes to the Milodon stuff, but if you use that pan... You will also need the windage tray, oil filter relocation, and dipstick tube at the very least... Increases the price of the Milodon pan more to $600-$800. The CPW wiring harness is $1000 too btw lol.

@CollideFan1 8 ай бұрын

What a coincidence I have an 03 ZR2. What does something like this typically run?

@bryantbrothersracing6114 8 ай бұрын

This build total cost was around $17K. Price is determined on what engine setup and options you choose to be on the engine, such as A/C and Cam and Headers and things like that.

@bryanbell5452 Жыл бұрын

What swap kit did you use for the mounts, oil pan and exhaust

@jarenlengert2642 11 ай бұрын

I’m also looking for what motor mounts lol. I’m doing a swap in my zr2. From what I can see the stock oil pan clears since the frame sits higher but don’t know for sure yet

@bryantbrothersracing6114 8 ай бұрын

We can get you the kit if you still need it. Call us @ 256-686-3215. Ask for Clay

@charlesmottjr.7331 Жыл бұрын

You talked up the Wiring harness very well but failed to mention who made it. Like I'm not hearing it if you said it. You just kept saying they and them..who?

@BrokenSmokinSpokes 11 ай бұрын

Current Performance... He does mention it.

@bootleg9319 8 ай бұрын

I love this build but my zr2 s10 only has 65k miles so i dont think ill be swapping anything out lol i do how ever want wheels

@bryantbrothersracing6114 6 ай бұрын

Oh WOW, thats low mileage. We can get your some wheels.

@Drago0900 8 ай бұрын

Where did you get those turn signals in the front?

@bryantbrothersracing6114 6 ай бұрын

We ordered them from oracle i believe.

@dwaynerozier2422 Жыл бұрын

I'm next. Where ya located

@bryantbrothersracing6114 8 ай бұрын

We are in Decatur, AL.

@jimmyhamm6041 7 ай бұрын

But mine has the patina the way I like it But I do love this trucks paint and motor swap.

@bryantbrothersracing6114 6 ай бұрын

Its Pretty clean to be an 03.

@janiebarber7884 Жыл бұрын

Audio upgrade please.

@DaInfamous0ne Жыл бұрын

How much would this cost for a normal 4x4?

@anima_vestra_gaming2419 2 ай бұрын

Prob like about $10,000 give or take

@danmurphy1994 7 ай бұрын

How fast is it? 0-60mph, quarter mile, top speed?

@bryantbrothersracing6114 6 ай бұрын

Its pretty fast actually, we haven't had it on the track but it runs good for what it is.

@carloshdelagarza2931 10 ай бұрын

Had a question is it possible to to the ls swap with a 4l80e ?

@SterlingRobertson 9 ай бұрын

Yes it is.

@carloshdelagarza2931 9 ай бұрын

Did you had to tu cut the tunnel o the floor what about with the transfer case

@bryantbrothersracing6114 8 ай бұрын

Yes sir it is, you do have to mold the trans tunnel to do so.

@sschevmale24 8 ай бұрын

Do you guys have any info on where I can do this?

@bryantbrothersracing6114 6 ай бұрын

Yes , what are you wanting to know ?

@garyleeheard3434 9 ай бұрын

What size tires is in on this thing ?..

@SterlingRobertson 9 ай бұрын

He said 31s but they look more like 33-35s.

@illygarcia5002 Жыл бұрын

Nice ac set up please part number where did u get the components please I been trying to install ac in my 5.3 s10

@bryantbrothersracing6114 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, We use the A/C kit from Current Performance.

@illygarcia5002 Жыл бұрын

@@bryantbrothersracing6114 thank you

@ariacurran8330 10 ай бұрын

How much was the entire price when you finally turned the key and drove it out of the shop?

@bryantbrothersracing6114 8 ай бұрын

Total cost for this build was Approx. $17K.

@DocLulzson 8 ай бұрын

What mounts did you use?

@bryantbrothersracing6114 7 ай бұрын

We used Current Performance Mount kit, We offer these to order if you are interested .

@thagiffted1 8 ай бұрын

What oil pan u use?

@bryantbrothersracing6114 7 ай бұрын

We used The Milodon Oil Pan. We will be making a follow up video for information about this swap.

@Vanhoffsteck 9 ай бұрын

Where y’all located and how much cash you need ? 🤤

@bryantbrothersracing6114 8 ай бұрын

Decatur, AL and depends on what all you want to do lol.

@CarlosVargas-cf5lj Жыл бұрын

👍🚘👍

@williamsilva7425 6 ай бұрын

2 or 4 wd?

@jonathanhudson4623 Ай бұрын

All chevy ZR2s and GMC high riders are 4x4 with an 8.5" rear axle, 7.65" front diff, 4" wider track width, 3" taller factory lift, 3.73 gears, 4 wheel disk brakes, 31x10.5R15 tires, and a very stoutly built fully boxed ladder bar style frame. They are a completely different animal compared to any other S10 and they are built like a tank. The L35 4.3L just wasnt enough engine for serious use and a LS upgrade really makes them shine and can get better gas mileage. I have an L33 aluminum block 5.3L (5300HO) engine with the factory 799 heads (same casting as the LS6 243 castings). The H.O. L33 5.3 weighs the same if not a little less than the iron block and headed 4.3L so you dont have to worry with front end sag from the torsion bar front suspension. The L33 is a flat top piston aluminum block with 9.9:1 compression. I'm doing the "Truck Norris" cam from BTR and I have a bed mounted turbo. It's not exactly a cheap swap to get the 5.3 into a zr2 but it's well worth it and you'll be happier with a v8 LS swapped zr2 than you would be with any other factory truck and it would be cheaper to build a v8 zr2 than it would be to buy a stock v6 new truck. Adding a turbo isnt that complicated and 7-8psi will add around 50% more power. Offroading the truck you should have the turbo mounted in the bed but if it's just a 4x4 custom road queen just hide the turbo next to the frame rail under the bed like alot of 2wd guys do. Nothing hurts feelings like beating new "muscle cars" with a 20+ year old 4x4 s10 on 31" mud tires. If you can build it yourself you can save alot and 98-99 Ls1 camaro/firebird manifolds will work if you cut off the collector flange and weld on an extension. The 98-99 manifolds are cast steel instead of the 2000-02 manifolds that are cast iron. I've also heard that TBSS manifolds will fit but I'm not sure what mods are required for them to fit. Youd be hard pressed to find a tougher modern-ish truck thats as capable off-roading as it is stock but a 4000lb curb weight with a 200hp v6 just isnt as much fun as a cammed 350-400 hp v8 swap or a modified and turboed 5.3L making 500-600hp. The 8.5 doesnt like the turbo power much if it gets enough traction but a ford explorer 8.8" is almost a direct bolt in and if you really want a lift and more space for easy swapping do a solid front axle swap with a dana 44 front axle. The limit is based on your wallet but a fully customized and extremely built zr2 will still be cheaper and way cooler than any new truck that wont be as tough and wont have nearly as much power to weight ratio. Mines an all blacked out 2000 zr2 extended cab (looks basically just like this one but completely blacked out with a whistle coming out from under a false bottom tool box in the bed. Mine is still IFS with no extra lift. These trucks are awesome and an LS just makes them that much better.

@ZZ48UUP Жыл бұрын

Now imagine if it was a 5 speed

@andrewking1427 Жыл бұрын

Then it would be like it is now -- but slower

@ZZ48UUP Жыл бұрын

@@andrewking1427 and a lot more fun

@kylechandler2242 10 ай бұрын

5.3 is not a LS. 4.8, 5.3, 6.0 any that were originally vortec were never LS engines. Still an awesome build though.

@Dying2Live220 10 ай бұрын

it's part of of the LS family. Even GM classifies them in some of there literature that way....

@SterlingRobertson 9 ай бұрын

WTF, YES they are.

@kylechandler2242 9 ай бұрын

@@SterlingRobertson no they really aren’t. If they were an LS2 then they’d be called an LS 2 and not LR4 or LMG (or whatever that exact engine was coded as). They are close and loosely based on LS platforms but they are not true LS engines unless it came from a car that was truly designated with a LS engine. Everyone buys a junkyard Silverado engine and that’s great because they are cheap and can be modded to do a lot but might as well call an apple an apple. Still doesn’t make an apple an orange.

@kylechandler2242 9 ай бұрын

For example if you buy a 2005 Silverado 5.3 (5300 Vortec) you now have a LM7. The same year LS car engine is the LS2 6.0 from the corvette. It does not make them the same thing. None of the truck engines were LS designated.

@Dying2Live220 9 ай бұрын

@@kylechandler2242 nobody cares.