I personally would've saved $10k and put a 6.0 liter truck engine in it with a th400 trans and called it a day. Maybe that's $8k with money for a cam, intake and header's. But I'm old school. I've been toying with this idea because there are no 1st gen Camaros left for cheap. Good to see some of you young fellas carrying on a long tradition.
@@connormckenzie5648 im doing this same thing. For the manual swap did u need to do anything to the transmission tunnel to get it to fit? Also my state requires e check were u able to get the engine light to stay out or atleast got any tips on that
You can often get the transmission free with the truck engine, so I’d do that also. Corvette servo and not worry because I’ve only ever broke one towing through hills.
Big ups for the effort and success in pulling this off! That said, probably never going to be able to get the $ back out of it by selling it so I hope you truly enjoy it!
Lotta critics out there great job, great effort great finish how many people can say they can do that and actually finish it and drive down the road. It’s not about the money its about building your own rod and driving it. Cheers man.
I can get a used ss for 13-22k depending on miles. There's one for 15k with upgrades and it's a 2ss rs model with only 68k miles lol. Idk how this build was cheaper than a ss. Also most 2ss in my area come already slightly upgraded. One has a zl1 OEM body kit and blower for only 22k it's crazy.
Nice break down. After all that work and money, would you go this route again or just buy a V8 Camaro? The dash wiring harness sounds like a nightmare. Good job with the car 👍
Oh, I'd totally do it all over again! The satisfaction and the know-how I gained from this project totally beat dealing with that crazy dash wiring. Don't get me wrong, pulling a V8 Camaro off the lot would be sweet, but this was a ride worth every wrench turn.
I 'm thinking about about doing the same thing you did only exception i want to go with a 5.3 since they're more plentiful and cheap and make good horsepower if you throw the right go fast parts at them .Another added bonus is V6 camaros are pretty cheap to get . Also 5.3s burn regular fuel .
I mean being a Camaro guy myself I find it fun to make something the impossible to possible is always be positive on every time you create or build something doesn’t matter how much money you got in the car it’s about how you built it and you did it on your own yes you can buy an SS Camaro today for probably around 10 to 15 K depending on mileage and condition but otherwise I think you broke even and it is a good looking Camaro good job🤙🏻🤙🏻 it’s a win-win and trophy for you bud
Yes, windows, steering wheel controls, radio, blinkers, everything works. I do have a code saying sunroof not detected but my car doesnt have a sunroof. So im not concerned.
@@connormckenzie5648 that’s awesome to hear, I know a lot of people on the forums main downsides where about not being able to have the interior working after a V6 to V8 swap. Glad to see there’s more swaps going on with success on getting everything working.
I swapped all the electronics from the donor car so I would have a working interior. Only problem is it says it cant detect sunroof but my car doesn't have a sunroof.
Did the 6.2 sit any farther back in the engine compartment? Looking at the mount locations for the 3.6 and the 6.2 and looks like it will move the 6.2 back farther closer to the firewall?
Im honestly not sure. I was lucky because 5th gen v6 and v8 camaros with no engine are basically the same down to the engine mounts. Im not sure if that's the case on the newer gens.
hey man i was curious about the vin matching for the ecm tcm and bcm did you just flash a matching vin for all 3 parts I am mainly asking because Powertrain Swaps Solutions now makes a 10 speed swap kit and just like the 5th Gen Camaro it needs to match the cars existing vin as a requirement for everything to work wanna do something similar to my v6
I had a donor car to swap out all of the computers but when that didnt work I used HP Tuners to deleted the VATS which solved my mismatching vin situation.
First guys I’ve seen that’s done it without having to do alot more than you had to do definitely love this and wanna do this would love to chat a little more if possible
I definitely could have don’t it for around 5 grand but I wanted to replace old parts with new ones and I made a lot of mistakes. But in the end I could not be more happy.
I’m getting a 5.3 LS and I want a Camaro but just wanted to ask. If I get a V6 Camaro would that transmission on it already be able to fit the LS I want to put in it?
Definitely doable. Its the same as a regular V8 engine swap except for the fact the rear dif on a ZL1 has coolant lines running to them. I would definitely use the ZL1 axles as I don't think the v6 ones would last very long with 580 HP going through them.
No, since it was an automatic before I had to cut holes though the firewall to mount the clutch pedal. I also had to swap the dash harness so the sensor in the clutch pedal could talk to the computers
I went from an auto trans to a manual. So when I installed the clutch pedal it needed to connect to the dash harness and the auto dash harness does not have that plug on it.
@@connormckenzie5648 that’s the plan! And I don’t mind spending the money for it, I’d rather build a beast than to buy one. More sentimental value that way
I know nothing of properly doing an ls swap but couldnt you just swap in a truck LS for like $2k? I know u prolly wanted to go all out getting an ss but couldnt a super budget swap have gone this route?
I barley know anything about ls swapping if im being honest. But by swapping an ls from a Camaro you get the aluminum block and a low profile oil pan so it fits. besides that the engine is the same and you can definitely just throw on a low profile oil pan on an ls truck engine and throw that in the Camaro.
So many keyboard warriors here. “wHy nOt jUsT gEt ThE v8” . Because like you said, that is content and its literally the definition of built not bought. Also if parts are available and you have the knowledge, why not do it? My friend has been a mechanic and ford tech for 8 years, and hes currently doing a coyote swap on my 2016 mustang v6. He made one RUclips short comparing the transmission bell housings on a v6 and v8, and that vid got 15k views and 321 likes!!
You are about the 20th comment about this. Which makes me realize how many people just don’t get it. It’s okay but not everything is about money. Sorry you think that way 😔
I get that, the final product of having a V8 is really cool but the process of getting there was so much fun. Nothing was better than having some friends over, drinking beer and working on a car.
From what I understand you can LS swap anything. It would be extremely hard to get the oem electronics to work. Easiest method would be to have a stand alone
I personally would've saved $10k and put a 6.0 liter truck engine in it with a th400 trans and called it a day. Maybe that's $8k with money for a cam, intake and header's. But I'm old school. I've been toying with this idea because there are no 1st gen Camaros left for cheap. Good to see some of you young fellas carrying on a long tradition.
I was thinking about that but I wanted to keep an aluminum block and not have to swap oil pans.
@@connormckenzie5648 im doing this same thing. For the manual swap did u need to do anything to the transmission tunnel to get it to fit?
Also my state requires e check were u able to get the engine light to stay out or atleast got any tips on that
Transmission tunnel stayed the same. I believe its my longtube headers causing the engine light but should be fixed once I tune the car.
You can often get the transmission free with the truck engine, so I’d do that also.
Corvette servo and not worry because I’ve only ever broke one towing through hills.
Big ups for the effort and success in pulling this off! That said, probably never going to be able to get the $ back out of it by selling it so I hope you truly enjoy it!
It’s about the smiles per miles 😏
@@connormckenzie5648 IT COSTED ALOT! LOL
It must have been an education mod@@billybobbob3003
Lotta critics out there great job, great effort great finish how many people can say they can do that and actually finish it and drive down the road. It’s not about the money its about building your own rod and driving it. Cheers man.
I’m happy someone out there gets it 🤝
And still cheaper than a used ss this is a great idea especially if you are mechanically inclined
It was the most fun project I have ever done in my life!
I can get a used ss for 13-22k depending on miles. There's one for 15k with upgrades and it's a 2ss rs model with only 68k miles lol. Idk how this build was cheaper than a ss. Also most 2ss in my area come already slightly upgraded. One has a zl1 OEM body kit and blower for only 22k it's crazy.
@@about823jewsthey are either salvage cars or you live in the middle of nowhere. please tell me where you live so I can trade in my v6.
@@Mr.EpicFails Modesto California
Bro just gave me hope 😆 🤣 definitely following after this
You got this!
Nice break down. After all that work and money, would you go this route again or just buy a V8 Camaro? The dash wiring harness sounds like a nightmare. Good job with the car 👍
Oh, I'd totally do it all over again! The satisfaction and the know-how I gained from this project totally beat dealing with that crazy dash wiring. Don't get me wrong, pulling a V8 Camaro off the lot would be sweet, but this was a ride worth every wrench turn.
i was just talking to my husband about wanting to do exactly this when i pay off my car, this makes me so excited lol
It was such a fun process and I definitely want to do it again.
I 'm thinking about about doing the same thing you did only exception i want to go with a 5.3 since they're more plentiful and cheap and make good horsepower if you throw the right go fast parts at them .Another added bonus is V6 camaros are pretty cheap to get . Also 5.3s burn regular fuel .
I want to cummins swap a camaro
@@connormckenzie5648it's been done. There's videos on youtube.
Awesome break down!
Thank you very much
I mean being a Camaro guy myself I find it fun to make something the impossible to possible is always be positive on every time you create or build something doesn’t matter how much money you got in the car it’s about how you built it and you did it on your own yes you can buy an SS Camaro today for probably around 10 to 15 K depending on mileage and condition but otherwise I think you broke even and it is a good looking Camaro good job🤙🏻🤙🏻 it’s a win-win and trophy for you bud
I could not have said that any better. Thank you.
If you were going to build a car it makes sense to start with a V-6 model. If you want almost stock then start with a V-8.
yeah I agree
Think it would have been cheaper to get an SS from the getgo and avoid building this off a v6 base. nonethless, great job on your build.
Thank you, it was fun project for sure
Sick build but damn could have bought an ss for that. But love the work! Salute to a great build
Yeah 10k I would bought an older z28 same body
There’s always hope. Do a 6th gen next.
That would be so cool, I need a 6th gen first
Did everything in the dash work fine like factory after swapping to the v8 harnesses and bcm ?
Yes, windows, steering wheel controls, radio, blinkers, everything works. I do have a code saying sunroof not detected but my car doesnt have a sunroof. So im not concerned.
@@connormckenzie5648 that’s awesome
to hear, I know a lot of people on the forums main downsides where about not being able to have the interior working after a V6 to V8 swap. Glad to see there’s more swaps going on with success on getting everything working.
I swapped all the electronics from the donor car so I would have a working interior. Only problem is it says it cant detect sunroof but my car doesn't have a sunroof.
How did you regulate the fuel pressure ? Did you run a return line or swap pumps ?
All v6 fuel components.
Was the subframe from the v6 the same as the v8? No need to swap subframe or mounts?
Same subframe and mounts, I replaced mine just because mine were so old but its all the same.
@@connormckenzie5648 doing a similar swap, thanks for the info!
Did the 6.2 sit any farther back in the engine compartment? Looking at the mount locations for the 3.6 and the 6.2 and looks like it will move the 6.2 back farther closer to the firewall?
It definitely moves the engine farther back.
The simple beauty of pulling off a complete engine and transmission swap but doesn’t know what the brake booster vacuum hose does. Priceless.
That’s what it’s called?!?!!!!
Gotta learn somehow. At least he did it!
So technically would this be a good guide for if I wanted to v8 swap a 7th gen into a 2.0?
Im honestly not sure. I was lucky because 5th gen v6 and v8 camaros with no engine are basically the same down to the engine mounts. Im not sure if that's the case on the newer gens.
@@connormckenzie5648wait so putting in a V8 into your v6 chassis is just a bolt on process you're saying?
If you can go down the list rq of how to install it would help a lot
This is a great idea. I’ve been struggling to come up with video ideas that I can afford
@@connormckenzie5648 my 3.6 just went in my 2011 Camaro Me and my dad would appreciate it 💪🏽
message me on insta @Connor.Michael.McKenzie I don't get the notification when someone replies to a comment and can take some time to get to.
hey man i was curious about the vin matching for the ecm tcm and bcm did you just flash a matching vin for all 3 parts I am mainly asking because Powertrain Swaps Solutions now makes a 10 speed swap kit and just like the 5th Gen Camaro it needs to match the cars existing vin as a requirement for everything to work wanna do something similar to my v6
I had a donor car to swap out all of the computers but when that didnt work I used HP Tuners to deleted the VATS which solved my mismatching vin situation.
you keep the v6 differential? trying to put lq4 and 4l80 in mine 😂
First guys I’ve seen that’s done it without having to do alot more than you had to do definitely love this and wanna do this would love to chat a little more if possible
I definitely could have don’t it for around 5 grand but I wanted to replace old parts with new ones and I made a lot of mistakes. But in the end I could not be more happy.
The insurance company won't know its a V8.
I’m still unsure if that’s a good thing or a bad thing
I’m getting a 5.3 LS and I want a Camaro but just wanted to ask. If I get a V6 Camaro would that transmission on it already be able to fit the LS I want to put in it?
Going to have to get another transmission. I’m doing the same exact thing with the same exact engine for my Camaro
I don’t think so but I have no clue
Hey question love the swap how doable do you think it is to do a full zl1 swap to a 5th gen v6 if you have a donor car with everything?
Definitely doable. Its the same as a regular V8 engine swap except for the fact the rear dif on a ZL1 has coolant lines running to them. I would definitely use the ZL1 axles as I don't think the v6 ones would last very long with 580 HP going through them.
If can find a low mileage, intact but totaled ZL1, The ZL1 parts should simply bolt on the V6 chassis. @@connormckenzie5648
I haven't done any research on it but if v6's and v8's have the same chassis I cant imagine a zl1 having a different chassis.
i got a 2014 and i really wanna do something with it
You really are way better off just buying a v8, unless you want the satisfaction and fun of swapping
So did the trans lines all bolt right up
No, since it was an automatic before I had to cut holes though the firewall to mount the clutch pedal. I also had to swap the dash harness so the sensor in the clutch pedal could talk to the computers
Very impressive
I thought you said very impulsive and I’m like, yeah it was. But yes, I’m impressed with myself too on this one
I’m a little confused did this whole process cost the same as a used 2013 ss camaro
But I appreciate you bro for keeping the real car enthusiasts alive great job bro
Yes
You should get the SS grill with the envelope slot
I was thinking about that.
Naw, leave it a sleeper. 😂😂😂@@connormckenzie5648
Bout to throw some i4 Turbo badges on it. Really confuse some people.
@@connormckenzie5648 sleeper
Spent alot could’ve got a v8 and sold the 6 but if you got low miles for sure it’s worth it
The V6 engine blew so the car wasn’t worth that much and I found the LS3 and trans together with 32k miles
@@connormckenzie5648 oh yea 32 yeah for sure worth it
It's the cost of the car included in the breakdown?
Nope, just the swap
How long did the swap take?
Like 23 months but it was mainly just waiting for parts to arrive
why did you need to swap the inside wiring harness?
I went from an auto trans to a manual. So when I installed the clutch pedal it needed to connect to the dash harness and the auto dash harness does not have that plug on it.
Like to gain your help to Swap V6 in my GMC V6 LFX to same type motor you have in Maro
I would love to help. DM me on insta @connor.michael.mckenzie
How much would charge do somethin like this?
Like just labor wise probably around 5-6k
Where you located you can do my swap when I’m ready 😂🙏🏽
Nice swap! I’m looking to swap my 2016 Camaro soon😁 any suggestions?
Get ready to spend more money than your planning to spend. Also make a video about it to help other people!
@@connormckenzie5648 that’s the plan! And I don’t mind spending the money for it, I’d rather build a beast than to buy one.
More sentimental value that way
Im happy you get it
👍😎 yeA it's hi for parts I doing a k3500;
You better post a video about it
nice! was expecting it to cost a little more
Once I sell all the old parts I am going to make another video. Hoping to sell $4,000+ in parts
I know nothing of properly doing an ls swap but couldnt you just swap in a truck LS for like $2k? I know u prolly wanted to go all out getting an ss but couldnt a super budget swap have gone this route?
I barley know anything about ls swapping if im being honest. But by swapping an ls from a Camaro you get the aluminum block and a low profile oil pan so it fits. besides that the engine is the same and you can definitely just throw on a low profile oil pan on an ls truck engine and throw that in the Camaro.
That ain’t bad tho a extra 20k is the ss price so he save 20k
Today I cleared up all my codes, so now I feel really happy with my decision.
Could have bought a cream puff low mileage Gen 5 SS for that money.
gay
So many keyboard warriors here. “wHy nOt jUsT gEt ThE v8” . Because like you said, that is content and its literally the definition of built not bought. Also if parts are available and you have the knowledge, why not do it? My friend has been a mechanic and ford tech for 8 years, and hes currently doing a coyote swap on my 2016 mustang v6. He made one RUclips short comparing the transmission bell housings on a v6 and v8, and that vid got 15k views and 321 likes!!
Exactly!
11k for that motor and trans is robbery bro
Nice build though
Yeah just barely cheaper than buying a 5th gen SS by maybe 2 or 3 thousand dollars but aye still a lil cheaper 👍
A win is a win
U could have just bought a ss for same money but good job
True
Could have bought a used SS for that.
You are about the 20th comment about this. Which makes me realize how many people just don’t get it. It’s okay but not everything is about money. Sorry you think that way 😔
7k ?
For you to buy the car or cost of doing the swap?
Not goin to lie I’d sell the car for $7000 and get a new v8. If it were $15,000 cheaper I’d consider the engine swap lol
I get that, the final product of having a V8 is really cool but the process of getting there was so much fun. Nothing was better than having some friends over, drinking beer and working on a car.
Where did you get 5 quarts for $25😂
AutoZone
Costed
Bro u crazy😭😭😭
Just wait until I turn a camaro into a mid engine car.
Could have sold the car and bought factory V8 Camaro 🤣
Thats so boring
You could of got a C6 corvette for the same price and engine
Whats the fun in that
“Costed”
I’m illiterate
With the purchase of the v6 camaro all together u could have just bought a v8 camaro 😂
It’s about the journey, not the destination.
Still cheaper than an SS tho
just barley!
Wondering if I can do this ls3 swap in a g8
From what I understand you can LS swap anything. It would be extremely hard to get the oem electronics to work. Easiest method would be to have a stand alone
Why not just buy one with a v8
Buying a V8 Camaro doesn't teach you everything that I learned from doing the swap. Next project is to make a mid engine Camaro
Because if insurance ask, it’s still a v6👀😂
:)
Why not just buy another car
Would you have watched a video of me buying a $20k car?
It would have cost less to just go buy a V8 Camaro lol
Its about the journey, not the destination.
Ouch! your better off buying a BRAND NEW CAR.
There is something about building your own car that's just better than a dealership.
Bro scammed his self literally 😂 but if you got I guess it’s not a problem huh
Learned something useful, the end product was cool and didnt drop a bag going to college. Worth it
Might as well just buy use v8 lol
That wouldn't make for a good video tho!
I appreciate the video cuz now people know
Agreed
Some people don’t appreciate building things from the ground up 🫡💯