what is your project vehicle or dream project that you wanna stuff a fire breathing LS into?
@lokihallow4 жыл бұрын
Currently I'm putting an 03 lq4 into my 79 k5 blazer. What are you running for a transfer case and transmission?? I rebuilt my np203 and im rebuilding my th350 but eventually I wanna swap in a 4l80 but i want to find out how to keep my np203 because i wanna keep my truck all wheel drive haha
@MerricksGarage4 жыл бұрын
I don’t think the 80 is needed. I have been running the 4L65e and it’s been great. I have a 241c behind that.
@lokihallow4 жыл бұрын
@@MerricksGarage hey thanx for the reply. I was considering that, just everyone says that the 4l80 is way stronger but seeing as how you use you're 4l65 it seems plenty strong. Thanx again for the input and cant wait for the next video
@rickclement94394 жыл бұрын
I’m putting a 03 lq4 4l80 np205 Holley terminator x max controller in a 89 K5 almost done
@MerricksGarage4 жыл бұрын
Yea the 80 is stronger, larger, heavier and has more drag
@jameshall43854 жыл бұрын
it sounds like what you are saying is, it is easier to move to a different state and enjoy life. i’ve visited california and it is beautiful but i want to live in the free world. i’ll stay away from the people’s republic of california.
@norsk544724 жыл бұрын
Yep left CA 30 years ago, much easier to move and take my engineer salary with me - problem is I am finding more and more ex-californians here too
@lanceroark63864 жыл бұрын
Montanica
@JH-qqqqqiim4 жыл бұрын
I’m unclear, I know I can’t get an LS from a truck to put in my 88 Camaro. Can I get an LS from a gen 4 Camaro if my car now is a V-6? I want to go from V-6 to V-8. My plan is to buy a 98-2002 LS Camaro and swap everything over.
@angel4dead6313 жыл бұрын
@@JH-qqqqqiim yes
@elvismtz83873 жыл бұрын
I live in CA and I approve this message! Lol.. it’s gotten worse the last 8 years or so :/
@Jm8126-53 жыл бұрын
AZ plates baby. That's what I did. I have my place in AZ for my toys.
@AutoEdits4 жыл бұрын
I fully appreciate this information.
@MerricksGarage4 жыл бұрын
Thanks man! Gotta play the game here in Cali! Ha ha
@benbutcher864 жыл бұрын
Well at least this dudes still alive Love your videos man Even the one during the CA fires Keep going man, thanks for the dedication and info, keeps other dudes going
@carguy30283 жыл бұрын
A little advice on the check engine light, Summit sells a painless check engine light with the engine icon on it, I used it for my 72 GMC for a clean look. Smog wasn’t a concern but with an ls swap you need the light to tell you if you have a problem.
@MerricksGarage3 жыл бұрын
Good tip!
@White-Head2 жыл бұрын
Thank God. I live in South Carolina!!!!!!
@socal_c102 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the information. I’m currently swapping an LS into my C10 and live in the SoCal area.
@markriley1414 жыл бұрын
Refs can be your best friend, and also your worst enemy.
@piercehawke80213 жыл бұрын
The topic of this video is one HUGE reason that Needles, Calif is hanging on by a thread yet, just across the river here in Arizona, with the notable exception of the Phx and Tucson metro areas, no smog checks and businesses are flourishing here.
@mrmedic2012 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for doing this video, Sr. I'm looking for a square body suburban as we speak.
@MerricksGarage11 ай бұрын
Oh man, do I have some more videos for you then. 😜😂🤣
@mrmedic201211 ай бұрын
@@MerricksGarage yeah James I will keep you posted. I'm sure I will need your guidance eventually.
@daviddoodle874 жыл бұрын
I live in Cali and have done several swaps. 1 your truck or car on the vin says California or federal smog regulations. If your vehicle is a federal you can do either federal or California but if it’s a California Regualtion vehicle only a Cali smog swap is possible which in most cases are Ecu and exhaust stuff. 2 say you have a Toyota with a 3.blow and you wanna swap a newer 3.4 that’s ok but you can go 4 cylinder, it has to be the same liter or bigger. And 3 like said everything smog wise that comes on your donor must be there I mean everything. Coming from someone that has gone rounds with the ref, only to have them say they can’t even tell me what to do and was super cryptic. Don’t go to the sac college ref I hear Chico is better. Also to anyone doing a swap I always get a whole donor vehicle to swap everything
@larrybriggs29204 жыл бұрын
What about gas to diesel ? 91 Toyota LC 4 Ltr straight 6. To a 3.6 Cummins new.
@mrlara573 жыл бұрын
David Would refs disqualify me if I get a fabricated gas tank so it can have a fuel pump that has a pressure sensor and area where the vent can be installed? Do I have to use headers from loaner vehicle or can I use one that fits my car and I can still use o2 sensors ?
@markottinger4 жыл бұрын
It would be easier to get out of comiefornia! Beautiful state bad public servants!
@whippled18gt3 жыл бұрын
I am so happy I don’t live in California!! I can understand if they are looking at minimizing green house gases but this is just overstretch. You can’t modify your car even if making more efficient unless it is all stock.
@MerricksGarage3 жыл бұрын
Yup, the laws are stupid.
@leogetsome2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the positives 👍🏼👍🏼❤️
@corybussey11764 жыл бұрын
Thank god I live in a state with no strict smog laws. 🤗
@lazylizard65324 жыл бұрын
Can’t put a LS in a car that didn’t come with an optional v8? People successfully LS swap RX8s that didn’t even come with cylinders! Yes, in California. CA has emissions parts lists for donor vehicles that can be used as a checklist. If you start with a visit to a rep to get the list it can make your life a lot easier.
@antonioderas34 жыл бұрын
I'm trying to follow what your saying and what I have so far is that the emissions parts list for the donor car "meaning the body?" Has information on what that donor car can have done to it/ limits to the emissions that come out of that donor vehicle correct?
@lazylizard65324 жыл бұрын
antonioderas3 When the original manufacturer certified the cars they included a list of emissions systems that are required to be on your vehicle to pass inspection. It’s a bunch of abbreviations the referees will use as a checklist: PCV - positive crankcase ventilation ACL - air cleaner (thermostatic air cleaner) AIS - secondary air injection EGR - exhaust gas recirculation EVAP - evaporative emission CAT - catalytic convertor SPK - spark control FR - fillpipe restrictor O2S - oxygen sensor If you start by getting information from the people who make the decision on whether you meet the requirements or not they can tell you what they are looking for and give you specifics. This site has a good explanation: jagsthatrun.com/pages/dont-worry-they-arent-that-bad-california-smog-laws If the link doesn’t work this is where they recommend you start: BUY THE BOOK For the best information on smog laws in California, go to your local Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) office, and purchase the Smog Check Inspection Manual. To find one near you, look in the phone book in the "State Government Offices" section, under "Automotive Repair Bureau". This book is filled with valuable information, and it has important phone numbers should you have any questions about your swap. Cost of the book is less than $20.
@antonioderas34 жыл бұрын
@@lazylizard6532 dude.... Thank you so much I deeply appreciate it.
@PACOLOCO5592 жыл бұрын
I have a 1980 C10 with a straight 6 . Can I put a V8 or LS in it?
@lazylizard65322 жыл бұрын
@@PACOLOCO559 yes. I recommend checking with your local vehicle inspection authority before starting. Your truck might be old enough to not have to be inspected.
@elvismtz83873 жыл бұрын
I have a 1979 that I’m planning to do an LS Swap, thank you for the information.
@PACOLOCO5592 жыл бұрын
How's your project going? I plan on doing a 1980
@rockymtnredneck48884 жыл бұрын
Chuck Norris *did* in fact build Rome in a Day, twice!
@The_Nameless_Entity Жыл бұрын
Thank you for posting this video. Im having doubts about moving to Cali from Las Vegas. My 79 is classified as a Classic and therefore no smog is needed. I just acquired a 5.3 off a 2004 Tahoe with only 77k miles. I took the stock harness with ecm and tcm though. I think i need to find other parts to make this work. Oh man. 😔
@aremomsh3 жыл бұрын
Glad I have a 74 k5 but still trying to research doing the LS swap LoL
@josephruiz56883 жыл бұрын
Any updates, is it still exempt with the swap
@user-nc8se9in8o3 жыл бұрын
Same here
@fredfuller22813 жыл бұрын
yep...CARB regulations put a damper on engine changes,high performance additions...
@tomhoying23233 жыл бұрын
sounds like a real PITA
@dominicmaata59973 жыл бұрын
Thank you for saving me from an ls3 swap my boxer engine
@HarrysBigShed4 жыл бұрын
M8...I'd be getting out of California. Thanks for the video, and I thought the laws down here were tough.
@truedeadman4 жыл бұрын
A Chevy Performance E-Rod engine would work as well....it comes with all the stuff you need(so long as you properly connect things like the EVAP hoses and the like....but it is certified to be swapped into cars in Cali based on the Chevy Perf website
@MerricksGarage4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this. I knew more knowledge would come out in the commenta
@hookedlearn2fish2174 жыл бұрын
@@MerricksGarage e-rod engines start at 9k. How does that compare to your cost?
@dsb18293 жыл бұрын
Yep, was going to say that e-rod sounds simpler than tracking down all of a vehicle specific system front to back. Best yet to get a vehicle that is SMOG exempt due to age and run with it. For now the suits have not put much effort in that direction.
@jbncnow4 жыл бұрын
Dont live in California or have the vehicle license in another state by a realative
@ChevyK5blazer4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Thank you. Thank you! Awesome vid I need all the advice I can get
@zombienectar4 жыл бұрын
I have an 86 C30 6.2 with a 6.2 diesel. Bought a 2000 gmc 2500 with an LQ4 . In Ontario Canada anything under 1987 you can do pretty much anything you want. With the 4:11 diff it will make a good slide in camper truck.
@AntonioClaudioMichael4 жыл бұрын
Very good information you have gathered Jason @Merricks Garage
@marcocasillas50233 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@AntonioClaudioMichael4 жыл бұрын
Great video @Merricks Garage
@lanceroark63864 жыл бұрын
Lol. Because freedom.
@victortrejo41453 жыл бұрын
So that means if i put a 2021 engine in my 🛻 the tags are going to be expensive 🤔.
@davidandlaurie13 жыл бұрын
Would help if you thow a round about price and time. Ty for yhis video
@elvismtz83873 жыл бұрын
It varies from buying the whole vehicle to swap. I recommend going to the tow companies and shop around for a Lien title vehicle. I have a tow company that will sell me anything for 1k. Also your mechanic, someone experienced with the swaps. Pricing is all over. I’m budgeting for under 3500 for everything. Some people spend 5k-10k. Just depends.
@Eguchi-san3 жыл бұрын
Great video not a lot of people have a lot of info on this stuff! Thanks for making it ! When you took it for the check what kind of documents did you have or info about the other car you took the parts from?
@f14hellcat283 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for this video
@AntonioClaudioMichael4 жыл бұрын
Very good informative video @Merricks Garage
@frankbob40432 жыл бұрын
So what happens if I order a GM factory modified crate engine, that did not come out of a wrecked vehicle, that isn't the one that came in the truck when it was built?
@MerricksGarage2 жыл бұрын
If it is GM crate then it should be good to go
@davidfarmerfresno3 жыл бұрын
Nevermind! Too much regulations
@markriley1414 жыл бұрын
Gas to diesel is legal, but the diesel must be same year or newer Diesel engine as vehicle.
@alphathefirstone12224 жыл бұрын
I live in Kern county.. Did you pass ..? I have a 1990 K5 did a 5.3 Vortec from 2002 Sub... Deciding to take the CA smog route or go to AZ and get it reg there... Once again did you pass ? Good video..B1
@mrlara573 жыл бұрын
Did u get smoged ? I also live in kern county..
@jaimeb4774 Жыл бұрын
@@alphathefirstone1222 im interested in the out of state option, hows that going so far
@larrybriggs29204 жыл бұрын
I have a 91 Toyota Land Cruiser. I'd like a Cummins swap but maybe an LS is the way to go. What do you think?
@MerricksGarage4 жыл бұрын
4BT. Cummins has a crate motor 2.8l that’s awesome
@jonellwanger72583 жыл бұрын
Has any one ever said you sound like Obi-Wan?
@MerricksGarage3 жыл бұрын
Lol no, that’s a new one. Although I have heard bill burr.
@jonellwanger72583 жыл бұрын
@@MerricksGarage yeah... I could see that !
@jonellwanger72583 жыл бұрын
@@MerricksGarage yeah I could see that. Need that Boston accent though.. 🤣 so I left my room for a snack. Come back, and the video had a burb in screen, and you voiced over the shot. And I thought why is obi-wan talking about LS Swaps. 🤷♂️
@michaelstarbuck84193 жыл бұрын
How did you send a fuel level signal to your PCM? Do you have a 0-90 sending unit? Did you reprogram the pcm to accept 0-90 and would that be deleted after the factory tune is programmed?
@joequayzar45923 жыл бұрын
Love your channel man! I'm assuming you ultimately got the Blazer to pass smog in CA with the Holley terminator.. was that easy? any advice? I"m trying to add the holley sniper efi system to the original remanned 350 and hope I can get it to pass smog
@ericb55934 жыл бұрын
You have a great channel and I enjoy watching all your videos. So I'm putting a 2003 6.0 from an Escalade in my 84 K5. I have 2 questions where did you end up putting your catalytic converters and what did you do about your intank fuel gauge sending unit? Thanks in advance Eric
@abarajasamaral2 жыл бұрын
What exhaust manifolds did you use?
@georgecerda78024 жыл бұрын
What if you swap a new engine from Chevy Performance that was never in a vehicle? If you get the controller at the same time, it has emissions equipment (evap, O2 sensors) and has been divorced from all the vehicle specific stuff. One could include cats as well. I guess in Cali, no go.
@MerricksGarage4 жыл бұрын
I am not sure on how the Chevy performance engines work. What I have seen in there seems to specify for off road use only
@rickclement94394 жыл бұрын
The Erod has a CARB#
@jedihair4 жыл бұрын
The E-rod is only legal in vehicles that were not OBDII originally, so '96 model year and earlier. That's my non-expert reading of the executive order for the e-rod
@Tiersmoke92555 Жыл бұрын
Flip CA emissions and the EPA.
@mrlara573 жыл бұрын
Hey buddy how did you modify your gas tank fuel pressure sensor and vent for hose connection?
@MerricksGarage3 жыл бұрын
There are Russell and earl fittings that convert the flare to tube etc etc. So I adapted them to AN
@mrlara573 жыл бұрын
How about Pressure sensor ? I know on the donar car it’s mounted on the fuel pump. And thanks for responding buddy I highly appreciate your feedback and your videos..
@andrewpawelkiewicz31824 жыл бұрын
So if your going to put a diesel in the burb and it is currently a sbc how are you going to pass emissions.
@MerricksGarage4 жыл бұрын
The burb was originally a diesel
@bearactual54524 жыл бұрын
The 6.5 Detroit is a v8 and the 6bt is a straight 6. Does that make a difference?
@JH-qqqqqiim4 жыл бұрын
I’m unclear, I know I can’t get an LS from a truck to put in my 88 Camaro. Can I get an LS from a gen 4 Camaro if my car now is a V-6? I want to go from V-6 to V-8. My plan is to buy a 98-2002 LS Camaro and swap everything over.
@MerricksGarage4 жыл бұрын
you have to stay in the same engine architecture family. So no V6 to V8
@JH-qqqqqiim4 жыл бұрын
Merricks Garage 😔
@THEOAKLANDBABY5103 жыл бұрын
@@MerricksGarage wait does this apply to engine types? Well I mean yes but for a 2004/2005 rx8 rotary engine, can it be swapped with an LS engine from same year Cadillac CTS-v or g8?
@legendaryplays333 жыл бұрын
If my car came with a v6 can I put a 2jz in it ?
@muddydreams37464 жыл бұрын
Get out of cal
@MerricksGarage4 жыл бұрын
Yea the inconveniences of certain laws are a challenge but I live in a fairly low population area right on the ocean with clean air and beautiful surroundings. The laws do suck a lot but there are ways
@bearactual54524 жыл бұрын
It sounds to me like the real problem is the peoples republic of California not the truck. I’d rather move than go through all that.
@nick-oi1xf9 ай бұрын
Wrong information in this video. You can put any engine in a vehicle if the classification is the same, which is determined by weight.
@eliseol.67883 жыл бұрын
Sooo you telling me I could put a 454 into my third gen Camaro as long as the engine is complete with factory accessories!
@estevendouglas6957 Жыл бұрын
Way to much work these days with even stricter emissions standards.Not worth the time and money
@RichardCraniumn4 жыл бұрын
Smog! Hahahahaha
@TrojanLube693 жыл бұрын
Liberals 😖 gosh I swear they are day to day making laws against car people.
@jamescangelsoi89184 жыл бұрын
Damnnn california laws suck! The main reason i will never live there. Curious if you "bought" your vehicle from another state with the stuff already done if it will be exempt when you try to register it in cali. There must be ways for everybody to get around california laws
@truedeadman4 жыл бұрын
you are responsible for making your vehicle legal in the state....if you move there or bring a vehicle in and register it there. It's the same as if you spend time in another state and have aux lights at illegal heights or uncovered based on laws there. They can ticket you for those and Cali can not give you a smog inspection pass if the vehicle doesn't meet standards
@jamescangelsoi89184 жыл бұрын
@@truedeadman i guess the only way someone could get away without the laws is to register it in a different state under a family members address. At least thats what I did with my vehicles for exhaust purposes. (Well i registered it under "my address" but its my grandparents)