600HP LS-Swapped G Body Malibu "Hoodrat Hotrod" - Build Story and Test Drive
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Today we review Keith Jessee's 1979 LS-Swapped G-Body Malibu dubbed the Hoodrat Hotrod. This is one of the wildest cars I have ever drove or ridden in, and is the textbook example of not judging a book by its cover. The car has roughly 600 horsepower and is built to do whatever Keith wants to do with it, a combination of a super fast, well handling, daily driver. You may recognize this car from the Holley Performance KZfaq/Facebook/Instagram as we use it an a lot of video shoots. It became popular when it cooked its engine in the burnout competition at LS Fest East 2017.
Check out more of the car on Instagram @hoodrat_hotrods
If anyone has any questions about this video or any others, feel free to message me anytime.
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@02mp9696 5 жыл бұрын
I have a soft spot for the Malibu. When i was 10 or so, a friend of the family had a 81 x cop car. Just the 305, but at 10, it seemed like a race car everytime he hammered down lol. That kick down when he would floor it, ill never forget. Got to drive it back then down the dirt roads. I end up getting a 80' wagon years back. Brought back all kinds of good memories of the 80s. Its what got me into cars. My daughter loves when I hammer on it too. And can't forget burnouts, doughnuts.
@02mp9696 5 жыл бұрын
@@Garagetopics that Malibu is awesome!. And thanks for your content. Has normal build times, hp, and budgets lol 👍
@toddadams8420 5 жыл бұрын
Damn I love these malibu's....they're like the 55 bel air for our era
@Garagetopics 5 жыл бұрын
They are definitely dope, I really like the g body platform so much potential
@jumpstreet2425 4 жыл бұрын
Maybe the mustang are the 55 of the era
@atomicorang 5 жыл бұрын
Your Malibu actually is the coolest G body on KZfaq....I would do mine similar
@hoodrathotrods9068 5 жыл бұрын
That's rad, dude. thanks
@atomicorang 4 жыл бұрын
8 months later and you 2 guys are still the funniest and best Malibu.
@Garagetopics 4 жыл бұрын
Hahah thanks man! You follow hoodrathotrods on instagram and facebook?
@atomicorang 3 жыл бұрын
@@Garagetopics No but I probably should. You are definitely the coolest and most layed back individual . I need friends like you .And pup was really cute.
@atomicorang 5 жыл бұрын
My new fav video dudes..you both are cool and the Malibu is bad ass.
@jamesearlcash7725 5 жыл бұрын
Nice. I can’t wait to start working on my cutlass again. It’s an 84 supreme brougham four door with a 79 350 Chevy swap. I’m thinking about turning the engine into a 383.
@jackperry9369 Жыл бұрын
Love your build man thanks
@malcomjohnson3181 4 жыл бұрын
That’s a badass ride,It is totally bad ass and it sounds awesome
@Garagetopics 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks man! Keith did a good job
@alejandroledesma8060 2 жыл бұрын
Mans has everything I want for an awd N/a silverado build
@Whistlefish13 5 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the video! Keith's car is definitely a wolf in sheeps clothing! Mad respect for the build! "I'm too drunk to taste this chicken" lol
@Garagetopics 5 жыл бұрын
Haha thanks man! Yea the car is dope, glad I got to share it
@betosgarage 5 жыл бұрын
I watch this video once a week no lie . Baddest g body Malibu
@betosgarage 5 жыл бұрын
Garage Topics he’ll yea I sure will bro👍
@hoodrathotrods9068 5 жыл бұрын
@@betosgarage you da real MVP
@atomicorang 5 жыл бұрын
I have just reviewed I bet 100 different Malibu youtube videos in all sorts of configurations..drag race, street rod, 24 inch rims and I have one conclusion...You have the best and coolest Malibu G Body. That is my opinion. Thanks and I have watched your video dozens of times, can't get enough and you 2 are rock stars and love your pup...sweet dog.
@Garagetopics 5 жыл бұрын
Haha thanks for the love! The hoodrathotrod is dope
@atomicorang 5 жыл бұрын
Garage Topics watching it again !!! Have a great evening.
@atomicorang 5 жыл бұрын
Garage Topics Both of you are modern day Blues Brothers!!
@hoodrathotrods9068 5 жыл бұрын
@@atomicorang You cool but you kinda weird too. Thanks man
@davidjessee7701 5 жыл бұрын
Just subscribed.... I've rode in this car, Keith is my nephew.. and like you , I too almost crapped my pants! I think he has a video on FB.. really enjoyed the video...
@Garagetopics 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir!! Keith's car is super rad
@HD-nm1iv 4 жыл бұрын
Sweet ride
@goldenchildxx4015 5 жыл бұрын
Those wheels sick af man
@hoodrathotrods9068 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks man! Got them from US Wheel
@betosgarage 5 жыл бұрын
Dam this Malibu is perfect. This is how I’m building my car
@Garagetopics 5 жыл бұрын
nice!!
@betosgarage 5 жыл бұрын
Garage Topics what stall converter?
@Garagetopics 5 жыл бұрын
@@betosgarage t56 shiftin gears brotha!
@betosgarage 5 жыл бұрын
Garage Topics Ahh man I wish I can convert my regal with a 6pseed but for now I’m installing a converter . I’m jealous! Haha
@betosgarage 4 жыл бұрын
Garage Topics my guy I bought an f body t56 for my Ls swapped gbody regal ! Getting rid of that 60e so I can shift them gears 💪🏁
@dukeman7595 5 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the video, don't forget to check the oil bro.
@Garagetopics 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot! Yes, he ain't making that mistake again!
@davidw.thatmsdguy8952 4 жыл бұрын
What seats are those? They look fairly comfortable for being racing style seats
@newmantv5668 4 жыл бұрын
Nice build! #gbody4life
@lexthelonewolf1864 4 жыл бұрын
What kind of wheels are those and what size tires?
@PNW_Car_Mods 5 жыл бұрын
I ran a TKO 600 in a Fox Mustang drag car and didn't have any kind of hinky shifting like that. What oil is he using? I had fantastic results with Penzoil Syncromesh. No doubts though, he'll love the T56 when it gets done.
@Garagetopics 5 жыл бұрын
Something is definitely broken on the trans, t56 life should be legit!
@TheDbGarage 4 жыл бұрын
Love the car and build and by the way, what koozie is that that you wrapped around the can? I want one! Lol
@hoodrathotrods9068 4 жыл бұрын
you can only get them at LS Fest!
@JMc.D 5 жыл бұрын
Hell yeah brutha! That’s a lot of them bald eagles right there! Great video buddy. That’s the type of sleeper I was talking to you about. Your channel would go crazy with something like that as a project.
@Garagetopics 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot! I've got just the car/project up my sleeve, once the corvette is back and sorted its game on! Hoping to have the corvette running within the next week 🇺🇸🦅🔥
@JMc.D 5 жыл бұрын
Garage Topics can’t wait. 👍
@moonshinemusclecar2576 2 жыл бұрын
2:12 Burnout, Aussie-Style!
@epicmonkeyjoe4463 5 жыл бұрын
is that Bobcat Goldthwait?
@bryanrose20 4 жыл бұрын
Where do I get that beer koozie 😂
@dallasmcdowell6361 5 жыл бұрын
I have a 1981 malibu and i just bought a LQ4 6.0L to put in it, i live on the west coast of Canada and was looking for a engine swap kit that doesn't have to ship all the way from the southern states. Anyone know of any good kits that might be closer to home? i really liked BRP's kit but its gotta travel pretty far to come to Canada. Also i really like this guys malibu, i have the same dream for my 81
@PNW_Car_Mods 5 жыл бұрын
What kind of Corgi is that? It's a big dog for a corgi and little different face it seems. Awesome shop doggy. Oh and cool ass car. I love well built thrashing cars. Keep up the great work Garage Topics!
@Garagetopics 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks man! Not sure I'll ask him about Holley
@M-F-CORGI 5 жыл бұрын
looks like a corgi crosss german shep
@pinktroll2 5 жыл бұрын
She's a Corgi/blue heeler mix
@PNW_Car_Mods 5 жыл бұрын
@@pinktroll2 Thank you pinktroll. I've never heard of or seen that combo before.
@frostworxpcrepairrecycling4720 4 жыл бұрын
love the malibu's i need to get me another had a 80 malibu with a 454 out of a 32ft motorhome rebuilt it, 500ci crank 40 over (468) used brodix heads hi rise intake 850 dominator and a built turbo 400. loved it than had kids and buh bye. i am looking if anyone knows about one im located in WI
@harry4420 8 ай бұрын
any update on this Malibu?
@bradleydunford725 3 жыл бұрын
What motor mounts headers oil pan radiator
@terranceandrews5897 5 жыл бұрын
Hell yeah I got a 1980 m-80 Malibu clutch car but has a th400 in it for now but what that dash cluster ??
@Garagetopics 5 жыл бұрын
Holley efi dash, it's a fiberglass dash itself I forget the brand name I'll let Keith chime in
@hoodrathotrods9068 5 жыл бұрын
It's a VFN fiberglass dash
@MrGriffin23 5 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the video. Which Holley MPFI set-up is that? Part#? I can’t find it on their website. Any help is appreciated! Thank u!
@HolleyPerformance 5 жыл бұрын
That's a kit that's been pieced together. Dominator ECU with an LS main harness. Call the tech line and they can help find what works for you!
@nashvilleoutlaw 4 жыл бұрын
I'm thinking the 434 I'm collecting parts for going in my 79 el camino will put me in this power range. Cant wait to see the outcome but doing a full frame off first.
@krazobuildz7567 3 жыл бұрын
Uhaul trailers ftw
@germeikomcguire8236 5 жыл бұрын
What size transmission and what y'all charge do LS swap I also have a 1979 MALIBU
@hoodrathotrods9068 5 жыл бұрын
I've had 3 different transmissions in this car. Send me an email and we can talk. keithjessee@gmail.com
@AnDrEw122100 4 жыл бұрын
Thing sounds rowdy as hell , sounds like it’s turning some high rpm lol
@hoodrathotrods9068 4 жыл бұрын
it's a 7500RPM engine, for sure
@lsamaligod9744 4 жыл бұрын
what gears are you running in that curry rear end bro?
@hoodrathotrods9068 4 жыл бұрын
When this video was recorded it had a 3.25 and the TKO600 with a .64 5th gear. i've since switched to a 3.89 and T56 with a .63 6th gear and like it much better
@blackicecream1569 4 жыл бұрын
God bless!!! Lol
@danielweinbaum 5 жыл бұрын
also " three pedals.com "
@chadgardee1496 5 жыл бұрын
They have a autostick lol
@Garagetopics 5 жыл бұрын
Say what??
@chadgardee1496 5 жыл бұрын
Bcz you have an automatic and Manuel shifter
@RealSteelStreet 4 жыл бұрын
Seeing that auto/column shifter in "park" is funny 😂
@r.joseph8911 5 жыл бұрын
tryin to figure out that accent the narrator has...like a Chicagoan..Illinois accent?
@Garagetopics 5 жыл бұрын
Kentucky Australian
@INSERTaccountHERE 4 жыл бұрын
Looks like this is sponsored by four loko golds
@Garagetopics 4 жыл бұрын
Quattro crazies brotha!
@trentdawg2832 4 жыл бұрын
Why was there pubes....on the main bearings. ...
@russcoffell3560 5 жыл бұрын
Is it built to beat a fully loaded 84 all cast bottom end 350 with plate small hit? If so contact me to setup grudge, less thank 10K in the entire Monte SS build. Bring your hot tune. www.diabolicalracing.com
@incognito8448 4 жыл бұрын
before you buy another motor ...pay for racing/driving lessons
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