This is possibly the best Terminator X install video out there. I learned as much from your mistakes as I did from your successes. Great camera work, especially on the oil pressure sender. Having your car’s wiring exposed like you have really made it easy to see where the wires went. Thanks again.
@CharliesMustangShop Жыл бұрын
Yes thank you.
@stephenhodge6441 Жыл бұрын
That real excitement when it started was the best part of this whole video. Made me smile for sure.
@scottsingleton26552 жыл бұрын
The best terminator x install I've seen thank you guys for doing it. Really helped my build
@user-gv3uv6pe2n8 ай бұрын
I really appreciate the reality of your video. That is the way it really goes.
@maltmotors Жыл бұрын
I like this video because it like a everyday person doing the job and that feel when it crank up always
@user-tz8il4do6i Жыл бұрын
bought a truck wirth a 5.3 and terminator x max in it, but not complete in parts, this really helped to understand the set up, old school guy, was my first time with a Ls swap thanks, best help I have had
@SpyderGarage Жыл бұрын
That’s awesome! Glad it helped. 👍🏻
@NicksMintScaleReplica2 жыл бұрын
Excellent video! My 57 will be running the Terminator X for sure! I love how simple the system is, installation and you did a great job doing it like everyone will be doing, backyard style with human error. Keep the good work Ken!
@SpyderGarage2 жыл бұрын
Appreciate that! Yeah, we don’t hide our mistakes around here, nor do we pretend to know more than we do. 😅
@TONELOKOful Жыл бұрын
I wanna do this for my 72 chevelle elco but will i have to use that screen or is there a way to wirebit to my dash so i have all the stock gage reading working
@jessed8046 Жыл бұрын
Great video. I’m starting my install on my Turbo Silverado tomorrow! I wish mine would be as simple as yours but it’s still a full interior vehicle. Glad to see it went smooth. Im of the same opinion as you about wiring….
@luzalez9095 Жыл бұрын
I've never been so stoked 🙌 to hear a Monza fire up. 🤘
@Olhighclass Жыл бұрын
Thank you this is the best holley terminator x max video i have seen well explained!
@SpyderGarage Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much 🙏🏻
@trlprk2 жыл бұрын
I hope I get that same feeling of accomplishment you did on my swap, I was fist pumping the air with you
@josephvaughan73355 ай бұрын
Thanks dude, I'm hoping to start mine foe the first time this week!!
@lgh115711 күн бұрын
Fantastic video, thank you
@tylerseabook94239 ай бұрын
Thank you for this. I’m learning bought the kit still need to put the motor in my chevelle
@JustinKnowles-d5j22 сағат бұрын
Mate you did fucking awesome explaining this and mine went first go thanks to you putting in the hard work first.
@SpyderGarage20 сағат бұрын
@@JustinKnowles-d5j Awesome, that makes me feel good!
@JustinKnowles-d5j10 сағат бұрын
@SpyderGarage you're welcome mate keep up to content
@280zone2 жыл бұрын
I think that handheld "cover" is actually a mounting cradle.
@SpyderGarage2 жыл бұрын
It can be slid both ways to act as a cover or a cradle, but admittedly I think you’re right. 😅
@Toe_Knee_Silva Жыл бұрын
That look on your face when it started...like a kid on Xmas 🤣 Awesome video, thanks for uploading.
@TexAg09 Жыл бұрын
I found myself clapping with you when it fired. Awesome.
@kblank30342 жыл бұрын
Well Done, big Victory
@user-mk2wl9rs2n Жыл бұрын
Great Video! Give me less anxiety for when I install my unit in the next couple weeks...thx!
@nicktaylor44402 жыл бұрын
Such a great video, thank you for breaking it down for us.
@cosprint Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. Found your channel at the right time. Im installing the Terminator X Into a 502 Ram jet crate motor. I am as nervous about it as you were.
@SpyderGarage Жыл бұрын
Welcome to the channel! You’ve got this! 💪🏻
@randyrhine9896 Жыл бұрын
Great video! Sure made that look easy!
@KillerRage360 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for an informative video, I'll be starting my journey soon with my 2000 Z28 L33 5.3 build
@Headhunterspeedshop2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for he video, finishing up a LS square body.. helped a lot
@spidermanbill2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. Im hooking up my xmax now. I have been worried i will screw something up, so your video helps ease my mind.
@SpyderGarage2 жыл бұрын
That’s awesome! I’m glad it helped out your mind at ease. ☺️
@cliffjamerson31072 жыл бұрын
Thanks I have a little more confidence to do it
@SpyderGarage2 жыл бұрын
Awesome 👏🏻
@brianelhardt4606 Жыл бұрын
Very inspiring - excellent video thank you so much!
@Lsx454 Жыл бұрын
You my friend just got another subscriber. I would have been bervous starting it too.
@justinmiller1655 Жыл бұрын
Your fuel pressure should be 58. Great video.
@SpyderGarage Жыл бұрын
Thank you. We still need to get a pressure transducer for fuel pressure. 😅
@jdbiz Жыл бұрын
Awesome video. Thanks. LC9 swap into our 69 Galaxie Convertible. We are having crank rpm issue where it is not showing crank rpm. Engine runs but were not there yet but close!
@bobbymcc1399 Жыл бұрын
Excellent tutorial
@mewrongway Жыл бұрын
Love your Monza! I have a 78 2+2 that I just bought a Term X+ for. Awesome!
@SpyderGarage Жыл бұрын
Nice!
@JoseCruz-qf6ui Жыл бұрын
How would I wire the starter to the steering column?
@JuanDominguez-nw8rq3 ай бұрын
Love the video keep up the good work, quick question in your crank wire is same as ignition wire?
@SpyderGarage3 ай бұрын
In this case, yes. Both are switched, cranking power. 👍🏻
@jonnywedekind26042 жыл бұрын
This was awesome.
@sinistersilverado9652 жыл бұрын
cool car, I had a 75 Monza 2+2 with a 262 and 4spd, swapped in a 350, wish i had kept it
@matwatts59097 ай бұрын
Just some friendly advice. Be careful jamming a multimeter probe in a connector pin. It will stretch the pin and cause terminal fretting and u will have intermittent electrical issues. But other than that great video man I was excited to see the car bust off
@SpyderGarage7 ай бұрын
Thank you, will definitely remember that. 👍🏻
@selfmaderj4022 Жыл бұрын
excellent video man
@jaivette8 ай бұрын
Very good video my friend
@dodgeram2723 Жыл бұрын
GOOD HELP G SHOT OUT FROM COMPTON CA STEP BY STEP GOOD DETAIL
@anthonyfrank54304 ай бұрын
Can you do a video on the starter wiring? Wired up my terminator and the only issue I have is no rpm signal.... no crank, no start. It's driving me insane
@kennethallen2223 Жыл бұрын
Nice work!
@BigRichEHhthang1002 жыл бұрын
sounds great
@phatridesgarage37602 жыл бұрын
Great Video, has been really helpful and Ive subbed , Thanks mate!
@SpyderGarage2 жыл бұрын
You’re very welcome ☺️
@halfcockedFame Жыл бұрын
Love the video!
@trentdawg28322 жыл бұрын
Cool lil car
@joshpeterson72162 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info
@vgslife9640 Жыл бұрын
Great vid.
@thabigghomie_4 ай бұрын
Nice just got mi es in d mail
@desifrazier1212 жыл бұрын
I love it very nice I feel a little better you made it very helpful now I can make up my mine thanks so much for sharing my question can I use a painless wire harness with it that has fuses and start up switch for a race car Gauges and lights or street race car
@SpyderGarage2 жыл бұрын
I’m not sure I completely understand the question. Can you word it another way, with punctuation?
@BigRichEHhthang1002 жыл бұрын
can i ask did you run you starter wire straight to the battery which was in your hand on start up ?
@fatt-ass-pro2 жыл бұрын
N A I L E D I T . . .!!!
@jackmcminn2520 Жыл бұрын
Great video
@floridashitglee9387 Жыл бұрын
Thanks you literally help me finally turn my truck on after 2 years ! Been waiting about 8 months on mechanics that said they will finish up the wiring for me watched this video and did it myself and now it’s running . By any chance did you make a video wiring up the transmission harness or you haven’t done it yet?
@SpyderGarage Жыл бұрын
This is literally why I made this video! So glad you were able to use it to get your truck running! We’ve not yet swapped transmissions yet, but when we do we’ll be sure to include the Terminator harness details as well. 👍🏻
@floridashitglee9387 Жыл бұрын
@@SpyderGarage yes very much appreciated!! Saved me time and money! . Even without the transmission control installed your able to drive the car or no?
@SpyderGarage Жыл бұрын
@@floridashitglee9387 Oh we’ve driven it thousands of miles without it. The TH350 doesn’t require the controller and the Terminator is fine if it’s not plugged in. 👍🏻
@vicgustafson8514 Жыл бұрын
Great video. I'm starting to install mine now. The one question I have is the optional wire for the IAC kickout. Where does the wire connect.
@user-yw5eh6hj6j Жыл бұрын
Where did you pull from for starter exciter wire? Said you’d cover it first minute of video and don’t see it mentioned at all. Also don’t see any mention about alternator.
@gerbsiu2 жыл бұрын
Great stuff Ken! Takes a lot of hassle out of an LS!
@SpyderGarage2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! And yes it does!
@liddyboe4 ай бұрын
So the terminator can run your car accessories like lights and and stuff
@SpyderGarage4 ай бұрын
No it cannot. It only manages your engine (& transmission if you get the X Max)
@ScottKirk-Notredcrew2 жыл бұрын
Too cool! ❤
@thabigghomie_4 ай бұрын
Which priceless wiring kit u get & which should i get for a 1988 chevy burn my original cab harness up
@SpyderGarage4 ай бұрын
We used a Painless Kit #10403
@leonstruk91852 жыл бұрын
How did you go with the injector selection in the end? I’m about to purchase the 550-903 Unit for my LS1. I have the same injectors as yourself but can’t find any information on them and Holley doesn’t have the specifications either.
@brockchevy76446 ай бұрын
What’s up question. I brought a 1986 Chevy caprice with LS swap. Terminator x max lights never lit up hand held comes on. VVS not plugged in nor speed plug. Will those not been plugged up cause the ecu not to communicate?
@SpyderGarage6 ай бұрын
No those are not required in order for the ECU to work. Case-in-point: They’re not plugged in on our car either because we’re running a non-electronic TH350 transmission. When you say the lights didn’t come on, are you referring to the lights on the ECU itself?
@4bangersperformance8789 ай бұрын
@spyder garage What is the the plug , your pointing at when talking about the accessorie input and out outs wire that are supplied
@handle2935 Жыл бұрын
this is probably a stupid question but what would happen to the dash, like speedometer and tachometer if I deleted the ecm in a gm and used holly efi?
@rustysausage6911 ай бұрын
None of your gauge cluster would work other than maybe fuel level. With an auto transmission, you can have the holley control that and the handheld screen will display all of that, but its small. Its expensive but Dakota Digital makes gauges that would replace the stock gauges and interfaces off of the holley giving you all the readouts your old dash has. Highly recommend but its like $1K+ i think.
@RCCRAZYSTUPID9 ай бұрын
Nice job & great video my fellow Hoosier💪🔥
@BillyP-49Chevy5 ай бұрын
You mentioned the grounds on the back of the heads. The heads are aluminum so shouldn't you be putting the ground on the block? For all I know this is a stupid question but I do know the heads are aluminum.
@SpyderGarage5 ай бұрын
Our entire engine is aluminum actually, but either way, it’s still grounded. 👍🏻
@BillyP-49Chevy5 ай бұрын
@@SpyderGarage I thought of that after but I figured I'd ask. Thanks bud.
@DScott8038 ай бұрын
Thanks so much❤❤❤ quick question what did u do about the kick down cable from transmission
@SpyderGarage8 ай бұрын
For the moment, it’s just off to the side because the plan was to always install an electronically controlled 4L60e. But I’ve seen guys who have retrofitted their throttle bracket to accommodate a kick-down cable as well.
@vegas9152 жыл бұрын
If I got the terminator x max ls1 24x (550-919) am I restricted ls1 motors or am I able to go any 5.3 4.8 6.0 with the system ? Got it for a steal on market place lol thanks in advance haven’t gotten a clear answer
@michaelcarmack47312 жыл бұрын
👍 nice
@Rhawk03 Жыл бұрын
Great video! Where the MAT sensor connects into the intake at 5:34 do you have a part number or could anyone point me in direction I need to find something similar to that size grommet? Thanks
@tylerrodriguez3244 Жыл бұрын
My terminator starts my car and turns off immediately won't stay running can't figure out issue
@jrsfunreview86092 жыл бұрын
Awesome video thank you very much. How did connect your fans im having trouble understanding this part. Also one thing you might have missed to let us know is that the terminator x for some reason doesn’t come with a connection to alternator.
@SpyderGarage2 жыл бұрын
Yeah I had originally gone very detailed into that part of the dual fan setup but the video got too long, plus that wiring harness wasn’t technically part of the Terminator X kit either so I cut it out. As for the alternator, I briefly mention that there are 11 pages included in the manual regarding how to hook up your alternator and I explain it as well as I can, to include the resistor.
@stephenhotzjustdriveit2 жыл бұрын
Grats
@alvinfisherii1341 Жыл бұрын
So for clarity Did that green fuel pump wire go to the gray wire on the pump after all?
@SpyderGarage Жыл бұрын
Yes 👍🏻
@alvinfisherii1341 Жыл бұрын
@@SpyderGarage man for some reason I’m still not able to get power to the fuel pump- it’s a Holley in tank unit so it’s not that loud but damn I thought I would be able to hear it prime at least
@jeffplesko75118 ай бұрын
Did you ever get the actual data for the GM 12555894 injectors. I am just about to install this xmax with the exact same engine setup you have in this video. If you have can you share?
@shelbyco5.0 Жыл бұрын
I’m confused. That wire says it needs to go to the coil negative?
@SpyderGarage Жыл бұрын
Can you put a time stamp on where you got confused at? I’m not sure what you’re referring to.
@shelbyco5.0 Жыл бұрын
@@SpyderGarage man I apologize. I tried posting this on the video before and I guess as it was changing videos it put it on this one instead lol. Sorry nice build though
@jrobles10192 жыл бұрын
If you run boost that MAT sensor is going to fly off
@SpyderGarage2 жыл бұрын
don’t plan on running boost on this car 👍🏻
@luiscarrasquillo9743 Жыл бұрын
Great video, been thinking about getting one of those! Can you adjust timing? Kudos
@SpyderGarage Жыл бұрын
Yup, you can even do it on the fly as you’re driving. 😉
@ghettoriggarage177011 ай бұрын
Where did u get the grommet for your iat sensor??
@SpyderGarage11 ай бұрын
Can’t remember, but I think not was an Amazon purchase.
@jaredgarlock15942 жыл бұрын
Dude this is way cool!!!! Are you using the standard wiring for the dash and stuff?
@SpyderGarage2 жыл бұрын
Other than this Terminator X Max kit, we rewired the entire car with a new Painless Wiring 23-circuit kit - that’ll be the next video 😉
@macklinohana80478 ай бұрын
When you used internal map are you using the stock map sensor or did you use the blue tube on the ecu
@SpyderGarage8 ай бұрын
Stock
@unityresearch Жыл бұрын
Does this only work with specific engines? I wanted switch my jag E type to direct injection and didn't know if this would work
@SpyderGarage Жыл бұрын
It’s very universal, however they do have different kits for different engines but honestly, I’d call Holley first and give them your specifics.
@unityresearch Жыл бұрын
@@SpyderGarage thanks, I'll see if they can help
@staticstance7504 Жыл бұрын
Wait so that green wire for the fuel pump powers the fuel pump?
@SpyderGarage Жыл бұрын
Lol. Umm… yes, but I mention it because it’s a choice you have to make. You can use it so long as you’re using a stock style fuel pump that doesn’t require more than 15 amps. (Also, run it to the “grey” wire and not the purple as I incorrectly did the first time)!😉
@jeremyvaldez6082 Жыл бұрын
What’s the link to that mat sensor
@DJsConstrictors2 жыл бұрын
So this eliminates the factory ecu right?
@SpyderGarage2 жыл бұрын
Yes sir 👍🏻
@DJsConstrictors2 жыл бұрын
@@SpyderGarage cool! Would my factory gauges on my cluster still work, tach. Speedo. Fuel gauge oil pressure gauge? Or would it all be shown on the little touch screen that comes with it?
@temisladson59310 ай бұрын
How should a shop charge for installation
@SpyderGarage10 ай бұрын
Usually just a flat charge for something like this, especially if you’re already pretty familiar with the install.
@812racing Жыл бұрын
Can you still use the terminator x max wiring and have it still plug into dash? For example if you have oil pressure hooked up to the terminator x max but you don’t use the terminator x gauge thing can you still have it going to a different dash?
@SpyderGarage Жыл бұрын
If I’m understanding the question, yes, you can install a T-fitting for a mechanical gauge underneath the Holley pressure transducer that feeds the CAN (handheld) or you can splice the wires and feed a separate electronic oil pressure gauge. But doing that will void Holley’s warranty.
@812racing Жыл бұрын
@@SpyderGarage gotcha. Just asking because I got a neat little cluster and would like to be able to reuse the stuff like coolant temp, mph, voltage, oil pressure, and fuel %. It’s a jegs electric dash cluster thing. Also wouldn’t a T fitting cause it to read oil pressure half of what it is or just off? Might just have to deal with it lol or just not hook up oil pressure to the terminator. Rather see it on my cluster than in the data log imo
@812racing Жыл бұрын
@@SpyderGarage also how’s it still going with the terminator x? I’m looking into getting the terminator X Max for ease of tuning and for when I eventually wanna go with some turbos. Still just something to think about and do some more research about. But what’s your opinions after a few months of it still?
@SpyderGarage Жыл бұрын
@@812racing Honest opinion, I’ll never do another car without one. We love it that much!
@812racing Жыл бұрын
@@SpyderGarage that’s awesome I think imma order within the next month or two and install it this winter in my 2nd Gen camaro. Along with paint and bodywork lol. My only thing is just getting used to it but from what I’ve heard it’s 10x easier than hp tuners
@TurboJoe3042 жыл бұрын
Is there any wiring for the alternator to charge the battery on the terminator?
@SpyderGarage2 жыл бұрын
Oh yeah, but I didn’t go into all the detail because there is 11 pages on the alternator alone. Find your particular style alternator in the book and they’ll have all you need in there. 👍🏻
@smiles922349 ай бұрын
What is install time for something like this?
@SpyderGarage9 ай бұрын
For a first timer, I’d say a weekend. After you’ve done one or two, you can do it 4-6 hours.
@Bigdstunna620 Жыл бұрын
Are u using factory speedometer
@SpyderGarage Жыл бұрын
No, we have aftermarket Stewart Warner gauges
@americanmuscleuk4856 Жыл бұрын
Hi. I’m about to pull the trigger on the same system for my 1998 LS1 with 4L60E. Do you have the part number please. 550 916 is the one I’m looking at. Also. Do I need to get the injector harness separate or does it come with the kit ? Thanks for your time. Great informative video.
@SpyderGarage Жыл бұрын
As long as you have the stock Bosch EV1 injectors, then yes, the 550-916 is the correct part #. And yes, you will need to purchase a separate injector harness for those style injectors. It doesn’t come with the Terminator kit because injector choice varies so much between cars that Holley keeps the kits separate.
@americanmuscleuk4856 Жыл бұрын
@@SpyderGarage thanks for the reply. Keep up the great videos. From England 🏴
@hashgirl1717 Жыл бұрын
Do you know if they sell the handheld separately? I have a x max the only thing I had to do was buy a ev1 to multec harness separately but I bought it second hand and it did not come with the handheld it did come with a Holley 7.5 inch screen though
@SpyderGarage Жыл бұрын
Not officially on their website but I’d call them anyway to see what they could do for you. 👍🏻
@Bigdstunna620 Жыл бұрын
Did u have to run a separate wiring for your starter how did u go about that
@SpyderGarage Жыл бұрын
For the video, I ran a longer wire to it from the rear mounted battery, but otherwise, it’s just hooked up like normal. (I even noted in the video how I accidentally knocked that wire loose)
@jaivette8 ай бұрын
I think you have 60 psi fuel
@krisn88202 жыл бұрын
At idle if the engine is turning 800-1000 rpm, are you sure the tps should be zero? At idle I would expect to see 15% roughly. Maybe the Holley is different than GM.
@SpyderGarage2 жыл бұрын
We’ve since learned that a cold start will run a little rich AFR-wise and idle will be a couple hundred rpm higher. Once it’s warmed up it all goes back to normal where we set it.
@KCadbyRacing Жыл бұрын
The TPS on Stand alone ECUs (not just Holley) is always calibrated to 0% at idle and Holley EFI specifically says to recalibrate the TPS if/when the throttle itself has been reset IE throttle/idle screw turned in/out. That's because the Holley IAC (Idle Air Control) goes to it's "Hold Position" above 2% TPS. Quote from Holley Instructions -> Important note: "The TPS sensor must read less than 2% for IAC idle control to be enabled. If it is above 2%, the IAC will be forced to its “IAC Hold Position”...
@Gask3y Жыл бұрын
How did you determine which map sensor to go with?
@rustysausage6911 ай бұрын
N/A--1 bar MAP sensor. DO NOT USE A MAP SENSOR OTHER THAN 1 BAR FOR N/A. There isn't a 1 bar that plugs into the terminator harness without a conversion pigtail, I use a LS3 1 bar sensor with the pigtail. If you're boosted, each roughly 10 PSI of boost requires 1 bar of sensor capability. So 2bar is good to 20, 3bar to 30, 4bar to 40, etc. etc. There is a 2 bar sensor (cobalt SS if I'm not mistaken) that plugs right into it.
@sixeight6 Жыл бұрын
What type of pedal are you using I'm trying install a ls but I heard that need some pedal modification?
@SpyderGarage Жыл бұрын
We’re using our stock Monza gas pedal because we’re DBC (drive by cable)
@staticstance7504 Жыл бұрын
What starter did you use cuz I’m also running my stock 700r4 trans and idk what starter to use
@SpyderGarage Жыл бұрын
We’re still running a stock TH350 and the factory LS1 starter worked fine (however we have an adaptor the spaces the flywheel back)
@royfernandez8667 Жыл бұрын
Is the transmission harness optional on the terminator max?