Hooker Blackheart S10 LS Swap Parts First Impressions

Hooker Blackheart has a pretty new product line for LS swapped first gen S10s. I couldn't find any reviews on these parts online, so I decided to see for myself what they're all about. This video is my first impression. Further review of fitment and function still to come as my swap progresses.
Oil Pan
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Headers
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Engine Mounts
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Clamshells
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Swap Mounts
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Transmission Crossmember
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Transmission Mount
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HVAC Side Cover
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[@michaelward2730]

As a welder couldn't agree more, have some pride, for real

[@CheekyGarage]

Preach brother!

[@wickedmicro69]

I totally agree with you on the welds for sure we all pay great money for these kits

[@mewrongwayKOCXF]

Awesome video Sir! Finally someone that wants AC.

[@taylormi2000]

The o2 bungs are in the mid pipes that come with the exhaust system. I have them as well with the turndowns. Gonna build the rest from there.

[@frenettaoneal2482]

Thanks for the video. Looking forward to your review.

[@shanemcclaran3012]

I live in Central Florida. I gotta have a/c I'm doing a v/8 swap in my 89 s10. Not LS swap. Making my own engine mounts. Mine had the 4.3L v6 from the factory. Last night I took all the front sheet metal off. And so it begins. Lol.
By the time your done looks like you'll have 50k invested in your S10. You do real nice work on your truck. Really like what your doing on your channel. Thanks for taking the time to make these videos.

[@CheekyGarage]

Thanks man! That's awesome and good luck with your swap! I would die if I had that much wrapped up in this thing lol. I still have too much in it, but it's definitely less than half that. I appreciate the kind words, and glad you're enjoying it!

[@shanemcclaran3012]

@@CheekyGarage any future plans for Gumby. Like autox or track days at a roadcourse

[@raystevens687]

Hay don't forget about the cast Iron headers.

[@cool62chev]

Dang new guy welds! Lol

[@mewrongwayKOCXF]

Chinese welds!

[@peterhatch1583]

Thks for the video

[@bobdowney986]

The welds are horrible. I just returned a crossmember made by Dingo. Same quality.

[@99alexisagc]

Hmm 🤔. Did you buy the kit or everything separate? Cause I bought the lvl 2 and it definitely came with the oil pan gasket

[@brannonfrost4286]

Did you buy all parts separately or as a kit?If you don't mind,what was total cost involved to make it run?Seems like a complete bolt in affair once you have all correct parts.

[@CheekyGarage]

You buy everything separately. I bought mine through Summit Racing

[@SuperWilliamRD]

Will the ls/4l80 swap accommodate long tube headers?

[@CamaroRick]

I just found out about that HVAC box panel and found this. It looks like a nice in the pictures and looks to be a good idea to save a few hours of itchy fiber glass work and finishing. Is it vacuum molded abs?

[@CheekyGarage]

Glad you found it! Im no plastic expert, but it's definitely plastic, smooth on the inside, and textured on the outside. It fits nice too. My final review on the Hooker Blackheart parts will be uploaded tomorrow!

[@justinw6448]

Did you not get the steering shift?
I just bought this "kit" as well

[@jodypierson3137]

Did your headers work?

[@bidenstoletheelection9116]

90% of Holley products are made in China, So that explains your poor welds, Shouldve seen last Holley carburetor I purchased, ALL 4 of the boosters wiggled in the main body, Sent the Poj back