Improve Horsepower and Torque: High-Performance Tips For LS Engines - Engine Power S7, E16

Sdílet
Vložit
  • čas přidán 4. 06. 2024
  • Go from the boneyard to making big power! Mike and Pat have the high-performance tips and techniques to help you get the most horsepower and torque with some savings to boot! 6.0L LQ4, Vortec LM7, 427 LSX
    Check out the PowerNation store for shirts, hats, and more: pntv.us/lnk_f8a2aba5
    Want to watch POWERNATION completely ad-free? Subscribe at the link below and receive the first month for just 99 cents:
    pntv.us/lnk_3d0d9e0c
    Follow POWERNATION Everywhere:
    www.powernationtv.com
    / powernationtv
    / powernationtv
    PARTS USED IN THIS EPISODE
    Summit Racing
    Cam Motion Camshaft
    pntv.us/pn_pt_16502_5f4966c59...
    Summit Racing
    Cam Motion Mild Performance LS Camshafts
    pntv.us/pn_pt_16510_5f4969401...
    Summit Racing
    Cometic MLS Head Gaskets
    pntv.us/pn_pt_16501_5f49669ca...
    Summit Racing
    Precision Turbo and Engine Gen2 Turbochargers
    pntv.us/pn_pt_16517_5f496ba17...
    Summit Racing
    Rocker Arms
    pntv.us/pn_pt_16499_5f4965f2a...
    Summit Racing
    Trick Flow GenX 255 Cylinder Heads
    pntv.us/pn_pt_16505_5f4967ee3...
    Summit Racing
    Trick Flow Hydraulic Lifters
    pntv.us/pn_pt_16500_5f496664d...
    Summit Racing
    Trick Flow Hydraulic Roller Camshaft
    pntv.us/pn_pt_16503_5f496725c...
    Summit Racing
    Trick Flow Pushrods
    pntv.us/pn_pt_16506_5f4968130...
    Summit Racing
    WD-40 Smart Straw Multi-Use Oil
    pntv.us/pn_pt_16496_5f4965758...
    ARP
    Ultra Torque Lube
    ATI Performance Products
    Superdamper
    Holley
    650 CFM Classic Holley Carburetor
    Holley
    Dual Plane Manifold
    Holley
    Holley Mid-Rise Intake - GM LS3
    Holley
    Q-Series Carburetor 950CFM Black Diamond
    Holley
    Sniper Nitrous Oxide Kit
    Late Model Engines
    GM LS7 CNC Ported Heads
    Late Model Engines
    LME Billet Intake LS7
    Late Model Engines
    LS Billet Valve Covers
    Matco Tools
    1/2" Drive Torque and Angle Meter
    Matco Tools
    MATCO Tools are the Official Tool Supplier to PowerNation
    The Industrial Depot
    Tools, Hardware, Shop Supplies
    VHT
    VHT Wrinkle Plus Coatings
  • Auta a dopravní prostředky

Komentáře • 494

  • @robertkerr4199
    @robertkerr4199 Před 3 lety +265

    More builds like this please! Incremental power gains are fun to watch, and shows how each part affects output. 👍

  • @matthewcritchfield6997
    @matthewcritchfield6997 Před 3 lety +16

    Love watching Pat and Mike they got to have the best jobs in the world, I wish PowerNation would do a yearly contest and let a winner come in to the shop and Rebuild your motor

  • @hawkdsl
    @hawkdsl Před 3 lety +13

    LS: The GOAT.

  • @coryjohnson6548
    @coryjohnson6548 Před 3 lety +1

    I agree more of these videos. And more in depth view of how a engine is put together. From every bolt to every gasket

  • @garagecncplasma1590
    @garagecncplasma1590 Před 3 lety +14

    Love watching these guys. Can’t wait to build my engine

  • @petejoseph8257
    @petejoseph8257 Před 3 lety +64

    That guy needs more stuff in his shirt pocket.

    • @taters7359
      @taters7359 Před 3 lety

      😂

    • @v.e.7236
      @v.e.7236 Před 3 lety +4

      Pat needs to be given a pocket protector and the black boot. Old woman posing as a man. He must shine the tools up real nice.

    • @taters7359
      @taters7359 Před 3 lety +1

      @@v.e.7236 😂dang

    • @marx769
      @marx769 Před 3 lety

      😂

    • @AZULES4400LLB
      @AZULES4400LLB Před 7 měsíci

      😂😂😂😂

  • @craigadavies7963
    @craigadavies7963 Před 3 lety +5

    G'day guys ,,
    Great episode ,, just keep on bringing it .
    More power to ya ...!!!
    Much Respect
    from
    Down Under

  • @MrSpitfireMustang
    @MrSpitfireMustang Před 3 lety

    Great to see you guys smiling again!

  • @bowsertownes
    @bowsertownes Před 3 lety +3

    Very entertaining vid, I knew that 550 hp wall was coming. The ls engines are so fun to watch make easy power

  • @killacash199
    @killacash199 Před 3 lety +77

    Putting a carb on an LS may be the "easiest" route, but certainly not the cheapest... Wouldn't the cheapest be all stock with the factory GM ECU flashed with HP Tuners or something?

    • @joew7897
      @joew7897 Před 3 lety +21

      Exactly. Over $700 for the intake and ignition stuff then they drop a $900 carb on it. For around a $100 flash to a stock computer you can drop in all the stock stuff.

    • @killacash199
      @killacash199 Před 3 lety +23

      @@joew7897 And retain your EFI, which is FAR easier to add boost or other power adders. So if you spend $500+ on an intake and ignition system, then another $400-600 on a nice carb for it, you're in Holley terminator territory. Which makes it even easier to have EFI that has built in capabilities for nitrous or boost, or whatever you wanted to add to it...

    • @nate0765
      @nate0765 Před 3 lety +11

      Probably the only way its cheaper is if you scored on a cheap long block, already have a carburetor sitting around, and don't have the intake and fuel injection setup.

    • @baggedmazda666
      @baggedmazda666 Před 3 lety +5

      If ya can’t tell products what where supplied by different manufacturers steer how the episodes go lol. How they gonna sell these parts if you got someone like Matt that comes in and does a dirty half ass build on a junk motor and makes a reliable ~800hp for less than they have bolt on parts

    • @killacash199
      @killacash199 Před 3 lety +7

      baggedmazda666 Oh for sure, wouldn’t we all love some sponsored parts?😂 I also subscribe to the sloppy mechanics train of thought. Quick and dirty, but functional. Just be sure to add ring gap😬

  • @davebarron5939
    @davebarron5939 Před 3 lety

    Great stuff guys, especially the "Working mans Bullet"! Thanks.

  • @timothyvaher2421
    @timothyvaher2421 Před 2 lety +4

    Very impressive Tech! You spoke plain and simple and added bolt on numbers! Saving this video as I've watched and learned scores of LS projects. You've found the the heavy duty sweet spot for an LS Build!

  • @ubroberts5541
    @ubroberts5541 Před 3 lety

    Had one in my 98 trans am ram air ws6 convertible. Amazing motor!!!

  • @jacksspeedperformance7641
    @jacksspeedperformance7641 Před 3 lety +12

    Exactly what I wanted to see guys!! Keep up the engine builds my favorite thing to watch period

    • @roysmid7679
      @roysmid7679 Před 3 lety

      Love it ,I could watch the projects all day !

  • @chrisobrien9334
    @chrisobrien9334 Před 3 lety +4

    Great episode lads. KW is the engine master. Thanks from Victor Harbor Australia 🇦🇺

  • @t0mn8r35
    @t0mn8r35 Před 3 lety +4

    This was my most favorite episode yet. Well done.

  • @ImpManiac
    @ImpManiac Před 2 měsíci

    Great video, guys. 🙂 It's really useful to see which upgrades give benefits without other changes - one at a time. Keep up the excellent work!
    Paul 😎

  • @The3chordwonder
    @The3chordwonder Před 3 lety +3

    It would be really interesting to see y'all talk about what you do on the dyno controls. I'd like to see an extreme budget 5.7 mopar stroker build. Perhaps with a 6.1 cam?

  • @gregwoody3249
    @gregwoody3249 Před rokem

    Best tip yet for the LSuck scrap start over

  • @armedtotheteeth1974
    @armedtotheteeth1974 Před 3 lety +3

    This is the best episode i have seem! Real working man episode. I have plans for my 2017 Chevy truck.. and my 1970 Impala

  • @lewisdeclouette6342
    @lewisdeclouette6342 Před 3 lety +4

    Man I love this show with good breakfast I'm going to be watching it a couple of times at work

  • @farmshoffman8475
    @farmshoffman8475 Před 3 lety +1

    Love that 5.3 workhorse . I’m very impressed

    • @wiskyd
      @wiskyd Před 3 lety

      It's a 6.0 lq4

  • @vatch999
    @vatch999 Před 11 měsíci

    Love your show on CZcams from Newfoundland Canada

  • @txnetcop
    @txnetcop Před 3 lety +13

    Love that low budget junkyard Vortec!

  • @tavarusyoung2941
    @tavarusyoung2941 Před 3 lety

    Good episode.. Great information

  • @daltonfleetwood7219
    @daltonfleetwood7219 Před 3 lety

    Need more video like this!

  • @estebahngold7713
    @estebahngold7713 Před 3 lety

    I have 4L70E with heavy duty pinion and Teflon pads and with 5.3 with big cam , heavy springs , roller lifters putting over 400 HP . 4.56 gears . Silverado dual cab it runs great . I can pull 5000 lb trailer with ease . it s prefecto !

  • @Luke-2954
    @Luke-2954 Před 3 lety

    Can you guys please do an episode on the LS4? That engine never gets any love!

  • @chloehennessey6813
    @chloehennessey6813 Před 3 lety +5

    Just recently swapped out the 6.0L LS out of my 67 Firebird and dropped in an 1LR-GUE V-10 by Toyota Racing D. It’s got the same titanium exhaust off the Lexus LFA and screams just the same in my Firebird.

    • @chloehennessey6813
      @chloehennessey6813 Před 3 lety

      M. B. Myers I’ve always loved the sound of the LFA, since mine was wrecked I decided to get some more use out of it.

    • @CorollaManDan
      @CorollaManDan Před 2 lety

      As you should

  • @robertocarbajal7386
    @robertocarbajal7386 Před 3 lety +4

    That was very impressive seeing the LQ4 get that toque up and in a 6.0 ltr.

  • @rekrapsrides8639
    @rekrapsrides8639 Před 3 lety +1

    A really interesting video would be unboxing parts for the engine before you build it

  • @dermharse9614
    @dermharse9614 Před 3 lety +7

    The exhaust manifolds are cast steel and can be easy welded to make turbo manifolds.

  • @user-qr3oy7bf7r
    @user-qr3oy7bf7r Před měsícem

    This is why old carb and thi blocks are dinosaurs,stock for stock and mod for mod LS kicks its ass

  • @fredonthecuttzent.8405
    @fredonthecuttzent.8405 Před 3 lety +2

    So happy I got a 5.3 in my 04 tahoe!!

  • @marvingmarving4405
    @marvingmarving4405 Před 3 lety +9

    ls combinations? you should check out Richard Holdener's youtube channel.

    • @1997ss
      @1997ss Před 3 lety

      He makes great videos. A lot of good information over there.

  • @Trikekid84
    @Trikekid84 Před rokem

    This is exactly what I wanted to see. 👍😎

  • @mrbrankroll4885
    @mrbrankroll4885 Před 3 lety +1

    Man I used to watch this on powerblock. I remember when Mike first joined

  • @GatorsFan2138
    @GatorsFan2138 Před 3 lety +9

    My engine power boys gettin OLD. With age comes more wisdom though. Great job guys

  • @demonic4774
    @demonic4774 Před 3 lety

    If you want to run a LQ4 truck block for a drag racing application get one that's been rebuilt at the very least. the pulls are fine for street driving and will give you years of service but not when you add high flowing heads and intake the old bearings seem to eat themselves quickly . If you buy a rebuilt one you will have a solid start that will make tons of power for cheap. it pays in the long run instead of having to keep replacing the pulls blocks every time one eats it's own bearings.

  • @bigal878
    @bigal878 Před 3 lety

    Great stuff

  • @79tazman
    @79tazman Před 3 lety +1

    You can get lots of power out of those junkyard LS but if you gonna run a power adder like a Turbo that thing you gotta do is gap the rings because if you don't gap the rings and get high on the PSI she will squeeze the top of the piston and that will be it but once you gap the rings your safe to add the boost

  • @bigredracer7848
    @bigredracer7848 Před 3 lety

    my 6.7 L LS on the wheel Dyno it made 361 ft pds of torque and 274 hp
    in my 2001 Chevy suburban. 4x4 2500
    408 ci LQ4 LS

  • @erikrunas226
    @erikrunas226 Před 3 lety

    With spacers on the oil pump to clear the thicker timing chain, do you have to use an after market oil pick up or will the factory unit fit correctly?

  • @antwanfishscale6967
    @antwanfishscale6967 Před 2 lety +1

    I find it funny when Pat "arms" the nitrous and braces himself like he's blowing up TNT lol

  • @roygustafson7729
    @roygustafson7729 Před 3 lety

    THANX YAWL FOR ALWAYS GIVING US GREAT CONTENT.. COULDN'T BUY ENTERTAINMENT OR KNOWLEDGE AFFORDABLY WORTH IT TO NOT LEARN FROM YOUR VIDEOS. 😒💪🤗👍😇🍀🌳🌅🦊🐎🦞 best bang for your buck info and I Swear I Could Watch Yawls Videos Back To Back To Back ALL DAY EVERY DAY 😇🔥😎

  • @renepineda23
    @renepineda23 Před 3 lety

    What was the part number for the roller rockers. The summit racing rockers you installed before you changed the heads

  • @SGTJDerek
    @SGTJDerek Před 3 lety +4

    So Kenny built Low & Slow 40 years ago🤣.
    Seriously though. It used to surprise me just how many people don't know how long some of this "Tech" has been around. But instead of picking the brains of people like Kenny D., Gale Banks, Kenny Bell and those that are still with us, it's like everyone wants to start from scratch instead of building on what those men have learned over a lifetime.

  • @bryanball8909
    @bryanball8909 Před 3 lety

    I think Pat is jaded, being around top fuel, and pro stock race engines. Pat and Mike have the best job though, love this series of shows.

  • @ivantinoco2643
    @ivantinoco2643 Před 3 lety

    This is the engine my truck has!!😍

  • @sk8punk318
    @sk8punk318 Před 3 lety

    Those are some nice looking heads

  • @wesleycook3181
    @wesleycook3181 Před 3 lety

    This was a great episode. You show the average joe how to make big power on the cheap NOW. Do a Mopar show the same way HEMI

  • @blakebusbee7186
    @blakebusbee7186 Před 2 lety

    You guys do a great devilish job !

  • @edwardmyers1746
    @edwardmyers1746 Před 3 lety +1

    CHEESE AND RICE! That torque figure was massive, definitely playing with the devil.

  • @onewheelup
    @onewheelup Před 3 lety

    i used to watch this show when it was joe and the big guy on it,cant remember his name,i could google it but dont care,and trucks had stacy david on it haha,it was good stuff back in those days.

  • @andy3590
    @andy3590 Před 9 měsíci

    On the lm7 what size carb are you using? I am building one putting a toqurestorm supercharger on it. Holley said to get the 750 brawler blow thru. Do you think that carb is to big to small or just right?

  • @jimroger9461
    @jimroger9461 Před 3 lety

    Thank You Thank You!!!!!!

  • @nathandean1687
    @nathandean1687 Před 3 lety

    id also like to see you guys convert to using compreesed air instead of gas or propand or diesel.

  • @trevorbarnfield2528
    @trevorbarnfield2528 Před 3 lety +1

    how did you change the cam with the heads still installed?

  • @mars6433
    @mars6433 Před 3 lety

    Hell, I'd watch an episode of these guys pumpin' gas.

  • @timtravasos2742
    @timtravasos2742 Před 3 lety

    That's the right economical approach.

  • @Bull761
    @Bull761 Před 2 lety

    good info, but what spark timing on first two engines, and what cam timing??

  • @djmadd1212
    @djmadd1212 Před 3 lety

    What's a good start for a 4.3.. I have a 96 blazer I want power but the milage. Its 2wd a small lift n tires thinking bout going a 283 or 305.. far as price goes want to do Holley sniper efi or carburetor

  • @stevenallen6245
    @stevenallen6245 Před rokem

    Now I want to see a 6.4 hemi💪🏾💪🏾

  • @kenworthcustomlogisticstru8096

    Would all of those parts on table work on a 2005 Chevrolet Silverado crew cab short bed 1500 LS with the 5.3 v8 vortec LM7 because i want to get my 5.3v8 to about 500 Horsepower

  • @jamesbennett6947
    @jamesbennett6947 Před 3 lety

    I wish you guys would do a '94 Lt1 5.7l build. I need tips on cam and rockers

  • @usamadepride
    @usamadepride Před 3 lety +2

    I like how consistent they are in saying this is the cheapest way to get it running us to buy this but I am pretty sure it comes with everything to make it run without having to buy your sponsors crap

  • @bryans3287
    @bryans3287 Před rokem

    Love to see a 231 3.8 Odd firing gn build

  • @bigredracer7848
    @bigredracer7848 Před 3 lety

    949👍's up guys thanks again for taking us all along with you for the great show

  • @popsoldboats3406
    @popsoldboats3406 Před 2 lety +1

    36 years ago my Dad owned a auto salvage yard. My first build was a Chevy Monza Spider with a over heated factory motor. I swapped in a 302 chevy that was built. See my dad would not allow me to stick a 350 in because he thought cubic inches would mean to much horse power. Haha. Swapped out the engine and went to the track 110mph in the 8th. Scarry as hell.

  • @AllAmericanBeaner68
    @AllAmericanBeaner68 Před 3 lety +3

    Need some more LSX builds!

  • @jaypereira6903
    @jaypereira6903 Před 3 lety

    What exactly is the part number for the rocker arm ( first mod) thank you

  • @Pedrofitbulls
    @Pedrofitbulls Před 2 lety

    That was a nice one 😳

  • @2001pontiacta
    @2001pontiacta Před 3 lety +1

    I remember many years ago when Mike had join the HorsePower tv show..

  • @thetoneknob4493
    @thetoneknob4493 Před 3 lety

    the six liter block with a forged 4.3 crank a huge turbo and send it!

  • @jasonnoonzio3473
    @jasonnoonzio3473 Před 3 lety

    Would love to see you guys soup up a 8v92T . See what's possible

  • @georgef1176
    @georgef1176 Před 3 lety

    Going carb added some power too that stock lq4

  • @rogerowens5669
    @rogerowens5669 Před 3 lety +1

    Alright guys I really trust you so amaze me because your first run the numbers were about the same as a Vortec motor with a cam swap not being mean I love you guys

  • @chrisglover7080
    @chrisglover7080 Před 3 lety +2

    Love the show but what is it with you guys and carbs on ls's

  • @rogerowens5669
    @rogerowens5669 Před 3 lety +1

    Now this is More like it and please give a price from oil pans to carburetor

  • @james10739
    @james10739 Před 3 lety

    If I was doing all that I would have went back with some 4.8l stock replacement pistons you can get a set with new rings for like $130 on eBay and pick up some compression

  • @chrisdavidson6519
    @chrisdavidson6519 Před 2 lety

    I want to see if you have a budget build and don't have the means to do fabrication. Like if you have to dent the header to get it to fit around a steering rack or other things of that nature, does it effect the flow and hp.

  • @bigredracer7848
    @bigredracer7848 Před 3 lety

    I built the 6.7 lq4 by stroking it and boring it what injectors should I run with the stock manifold and the stock heads

  • @darrellhughes6773
    @darrellhughes6773 Před 2 lety

    Hw do U pull up d parts dey used on d LQ4 truck engine? Went to dey site didn't c nothing.

  • @AGuysGarage
    @AGuysGarage Před 3 lety

    stock manifold and fuel injection comes with the motor at the yard. add the cpu for 30 bux. thats cheaper than the "cheap" parts u threw at it, and probably works better.

  • @BIGTONY2132001
    @BIGTONY2132001 Před 3 lety

    Bet the cam bearings didn't look like the rod bearing!! Sweet set up!!

  • @dumbestoyster
    @dumbestoyster Před 3 lety +1

    Can you guys do an Ecotec3 4.3L & a 3.7L Clclone V6. I'm convinced that these two engines will be incredible under boost.

    • @shadowopsairman1583
      @shadowopsairman1583 Před 3 lety +1

      LU3 dude which is Vortec SBC V6, LV3 is LT1 V6, lets see the atlas 2900, 3500,3700,4200.

  • @yehia2025
    @yehia2025 Před 3 lety +1

    This episode is awesome 😍😍😍😍

  • @nxlx5012
    @nxlx5012 Před 3 lety

    It would be nice to see a comparison of the same budget between the Ls and any other small block I’m gonna say as the price of the engine goes up the all mighty Ls won’t shine as bright and I’m a Ls guy!

  • @davenelson1571
    @davenelson1571 Před 3 lety

    Nice to see Amish Mike use a pistol grip when he's got the 'working mans bullet' on the dyno. It just shows his exceptional attention to fine details

  • @SteveXNYC
    @SteveXNYC Před 3 lety

    Wow. Super

  • @shadowopsairman1583
    @shadowopsairman1583 Před 3 lety

    How about LR4/LY2, Also what about WHP (BHP) on a Automobile dyno.
    Also how about Stock FI system.

  • @carlhudson5111
    @carlhudson5111 Před 4 měsíci

    What are they using to manage spark with a carb on a lbs?

  • @stellingbanjodude
    @stellingbanjodude Před 2 lety

    I’ve never seen anyone out in the real world use feeler gauges to setup the oil pump. And I’ve seen hundreds of these engines built at various shops I’ve worked at.

  • @locknloadbitch
    @locknloadbitch Před 3 lety

    5:03 does it change the dyno results to have the air filter off ?

  • @samuelerasmus7415
    @samuelerasmus7415 Před rokem

    Hi guy's. I need advice. I have a LS2 with a K1 408 rotating kit. Crank and conrods with Wisico K448X3 +5cc pistons, COMP Cams Ultra Pro Magnum Rocker Arms 1678-16 cam 1.8 ration, LS3 ported heads and intake. According to online compression ration calculators. I have a 12:1.1 compression ration. Cam spec's is : VCM 532 cam
    Duration 215/223
    Lobe Separation@ 112
    Valve Inlet.583"
    Exhaust.583"
    What compression tester do you recommend for testing. I broke two compression testers. Any advices will be appreciate. Thanks for all the nice CZcams videos.😊👍

  • @jameswiz
    @jameswiz Před rokem

    Also, I used that same timing setup with a Melling HV295 Oil Pump (with the spacers) and had issues with the pickup tube needed to be extended. Then the pickup tube boss, as well as the oil pump bolts all hit the timing cover. Finally the "slosh tray / oil baffle plate" in the bottom of the oil pan then hit the pickup tube once it was modified to move forward the 1/8"... You guys didn't discuss any of this...

    • @mathewshackelford8037
      @mathewshackelford8037 Před rokem +1

      the instructions for the timing set mention the bolts hitting the cover.
      This is just another reason NOT to run a double roller. It's an absolute waste of money on a LS. Guys are making 1500hp reliably on single chains.

  • @franciscovasquez4555
    @franciscovasquez4555 Před 3 lety +1

    Outstanding levels of power, but I'm more on the budget side of things

  • @coolguysproduction3202

    What engine stand do y’all use?

  • @nicklittlewolf2738
    @nicklittlewolf2738 Před 2 lety

    Hey guys! My 07 5.3 lifter collapsed. Afm smh. Can you send my the parts from the junkyard build? I would love to practice and see if I'm able to do heads and a cam. Or at least a cam! Lol mise well do a cam while I have heads off. But I'm super broke currently.

  • @CINGLE777
    @CINGLE777 Před 3 lety

    Where did you guys get the lq4 block from?