Supercharging the Lexus LS430 with a FORD Blower!

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  • Опубликовано: 29 янв 2025

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  • @deciplesteve
    @deciplesteve 4 года назад +279

    This is awesome. I love when under-served platforms like this find ways to outfit parts from more popular platforms.

    • @killroy2993
      @killroy2993 4 года назад +16

      No kidding.... Even opens up swap options for v8 swaps... I wanted to toyota v8 my FRS. But LS is so easy... But now a blown toyota v8 is making me think....

    • @Abdazizkderi
      @Abdazizkderi 4 года назад +8

      @@killroy2993 Search in RUclips for GT86 V8 5.7L 3UR-FE Swap
      I'm sure you will like his project!

    • @TooFly357
      @TooFly357 4 года назад +4

      This exactly what hot rodders used to do. Take higher performance stock parts off other cars for their own.

    • @tstjmiller
      @tstjmiller 4 года назад +3

      Right? I just picked up a supercharged Acura CL-S that needs some work done on the supercharger. Can’t wait to get it finished

    • @REAPER3fitty
      @REAPER3fitty 4 года назад +5

      1uzfe is a fantastic underserved platform

  • @NafaratMiyaMiya
    @NafaratMiyaMiya 4 года назад +63

    LS430 prices are literally going up with every episode... Man that is one sick looking Sedan! Love the content guys

    • @newmantv5668
      @newmantv5668 3 года назад

      True, g bodies , square bodies are crazy as well

  • @dingus153
    @dingus153 4 года назад +173

    Not to be biased or anything, but we make some cool shit here in Australia

    • @luthersullivan5141
      @luthersullivan5141 4 года назад

      Bullet superchargers?? Any experience for the GS4

    • @sharkparty1027
      @sharkparty1027 4 года назад +5

      over priced too

    • @luthersullivan5141
      @luthersullivan5141 4 года назад +3

      @@sharkparty1027 thats what i thought. What, 6-7k for a whole kit not installed

    • @fib4923
      @fib4923 4 года назад +1

      You guys love Toyotas/Lexuses there!

    • @sharkparty1027
      @sharkparty1027 4 года назад +4

      @@luthersullivan5141 Did you see the elbow issue? The build is gonna cost even more by the end. Elate is selling untested parts...horrible business model.
      This is not Speed A's fault, I still enjoy the content.

  • @erenolewis7043
    @erenolewis7043 4 года назад +75

    My e46 has the same hood with the integrated grill. Hit my head a few times on it. Builds character through brain damage.

    • @Mis73rRand0m
      @Mis73rRand0m 4 года назад +1

      I am always so deep in the engine bay it just tries to break my back. Glad I only own e46 parts and not a whole e46. The e30 hood is almost as fun when the strut fails though.

    • @chickenfishhybrid44
      @chickenfishhybrid44 3 года назад

      I hate that shit

    • @jonathanpetowsky1928
      @jonathanpetowsky1928 3 месяца назад

      audi b5 has the same issue

  • @MotionAutoTv
    @MotionAutoTv 4 года назад +221

    Im getting some *bad* Ideas now!

    • @speedacademy
      @speedacademy  4 года назад +49

      Supercharged UZ is the new LS! 😆

    • @MotionAutoTv
      @MotionAutoTv 4 года назад +28

      @@speedacademy With the price of JZ's going up so much I think this can become a thing!

    • @TheGoodMedicine
      @TheGoodMedicine 4 года назад +12

      @@MotionAutoTv Go for it Trevor, this is a bullet proof engine.

    • @EvanAxer
      @EvanAxer 4 года назад +12

      Yeah same here. Didn't know they had adapters for those M112 superchargers.... Definitively be down for a supercharged UZ Lexus....

    • @The_Redkween
      @The_Redkween 4 года назад +1

      Trevor in the house!!

  • @mattjose3470
    @mattjose3470 4 года назад +4

    You don’t usually see these type of builds from automotive youtubers.
    Everyone’s been doing the exact same thing over and over again it gets tiring.
    Seeing you guys do something original feels really refreshing! I’m glad I found you guys out! Looking forward to the next episodes.

  • @rayrizki959
    @rayrizki959 4 года назад +72

    never clicked this fast, but i’m happy to see it!

  • @djmichie
    @djmichie 4 года назад +46

    Great choice to go with the charger. Will be a great drive when it's finished

  • @albonfilms
    @albonfilms 4 года назад

    I have a guilty pleasure that I tell few people about, and that guilty pleasure is watching videos of wacky Vippu builds from Japan and pining over giant-chrome-wheeled JDM luxo-barges cruising down the wangan. I daren't tell any of my track-rat friends for fear that they'll begin to berate me about the unsprung weight of my 21" robo-vom-deep-dishes, or the lack of suspension stroke and effective damping from my leaky airbag setup. But, DP, with this supercharger build, you have cemented my desires of buying an old Lexo and building the Vippu carnival yacht of my dreams.
    The sound of unrelenting wheel scrub and supercharger whine is in my future, I know it. Thank you, DP. Thank you.

  • @spent808
    @spent808 4 года назад +60

    We should be fine...Academy.

    • @GleepGlop2
      @GleepGlop2 4 года назад +2

      Narrator: They weren't.

    • @masterpayne3791
      @masterpayne3791 4 года назад +1

      I paused my video and when I pressed play, I simultaneously saw your comment and hear him say "we should be fine" I shit you not 🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @Helstrong
    @Helstrong 4 года назад +2

    I'm an equal opportunity enthusiast - whether it be the induction noise of an NA motor, the whine of a supercharger, or the woosh of a turbo spooling I love them all. Thanks for sharing more great content!

  • @justinherbst6333
    @justinherbst6333 4 года назад +6

    I love this series! Owned my LS430 for 5 years and has been the best decision I have ever made. Keep the videos coming. Can't wait to see the next one!

  • @bigmikes2140
    @bigmikes2140 4 года назад +36

    You could plant a flower with all the dust in that engine bay. Can’t let the BMW have the only clean bay

  • @FilipeValeirao
    @FilipeValeirao 4 года назад +7

    I love the BOM cup of tea in the background!

  • @Shady97342
    @Shady97342 4 года назад +1

    Can't wait to hear this! That blower was loud as hell in the best way possible on the SVT.

  • @dominicguzman5871
    @dominicguzman5871 4 года назад +8

    The LS430 is one of my favorite cars, I hope one day you give this away. So I can maybe have the chance of winning it🤣.

  • @tuurbow
    @tuurbow 4 года назад +6

    For the double nut method, make sure theyre aligned and use a deep socket over both of them and then loosen.

  • @gabechiplin8140
    @gabechiplin8140 4 года назад

    Overalls are overalls down here. I think the Poms call them coveralls. A jumper is a sweater.
    Loving you guys back on the tools again!

  • @roodick85
    @roodick85 4 года назад +1

    I remember this was big when I had my old SC400 about 12 years ago. Great cheap power adder

  • @satfat847
    @satfat847 4 года назад +2

    The realest car channel. You guys deserve to have more subs.

  • @oldcarproblems3332
    @oldcarproblems3332 4 года назад +36

    These guys have more car knowledge in their pinkies than the top 10 automotive RUclipsrs combined.

    • @killroy2993
      @killroy2993 4 года назад +4

      RUclipsrs are "influencers" now... Market trends and capatilzation. If you like this check: bad obsession motorsports

    • @traviswalker8933
      @traviswalker8933 4 года назад +5

      Those are sellout people babbling about their sponsorships mostly the time and having no idea what they are doing the other times.

    • @Pube83
      @Pube83 4 года назад +3

      They're good, but I've seen a few dumb mistakes over the years to where I've been like "what are they thinking" or "how did they miss that" and I'm just a guy who took autoshop in high school and have wrenched on my own cars since 2000.

    • @traviswalker8933
      @traviswalker8933 4 года назад +1

      @@Pube83 they never said they are professionals and even in this video, they are saying that they would bring in a pro for the job. Atleast they admit they are not experts in the field and embarrass themselves later.

    • @gunnarwheeler6394
      @gunnarwheeler6394 4 года назад +1

      Speed academy, ChrisFix and to a point mighty car mods I’d say are probably the most knowledgeable automotive RUclipsrs from what I have seen

  • @Sauerbrew777
    @Sauerbrew777 4 года назад

    Oh man, A big body Lexus with supercharger whine! You guys definitely build dream cars!

  • @ryanrdiy
    @ryanrdiy 4 года назад +12

    Loving the LS project! Can’t wait for the next episode!

  • @victorcovalenco9488
    @victorcovalenco9488 2 года назад

    I’ve watched you guys from the point where you started fixing all the shocks breaks and everything up to the supercharger, I’ve subscribed and liked and commented, I like how you guys take your time to properly make these modifications, I wouldn’t hesitate to ask you guys to work on my LS. Your videos inspired me to have courage and to have fun with restoring and modifying. Your LS looks amazing at this point and
    I can’t wait to see it finished and in action.

  • @douglasfeeley5502
    @douglasfeeley5502 4 года назад +3

    I still can't get over how good those wheels look.

    • @EPYes
      @EPYes 3 года назад

      Looks like modern celica/supra wheels🔥

    • @henryhawkins1194
      @henryhawkins1194 2 года назад

      Looks like newer model Mustang GT wheels to me. I know they are same bolt pattern, offset not so sure. But I know you can make them fit

  • @amateurhour7367
    @amateurhour7367 3 года назад

    Woah. Just bumming around the internet and found your channel. I'm tracking my SC430 and I cannot wait to try this myself.

  • @BeardedCarBuddy
    @BeardedCarBuddy 4 года назад +49

    I love that you have decided to enter a Lexus into this battle, but I cannot vote against a wagon.

  • @MS-tq1xi
    @MS-tq1xi 4 года назад +5

    This company should make a full bolt on kit, would probably sell allot of units if they did!

  • @tylerreid2446
    @tylerreid2446 4 года назад

    I love how intuitive you guys are at modifying your vehicles and have such a diverse collection to keep every enthusiast happy no matter what there thing is

  • @theantgarage
    @theantgarage 4 года назад +1

    Love me some Supercharged LS430 action. I would love to drag race another Supercharged LS430 haha. FYI you can also use a TRD supercharger from a tundra as I recall.

  • @traviswalker8933
    @traviswalker8933 4 года назад

    One of the best automotive RUclips channels out there. Keep up the good work

  • @ryanmalin
    @ryanmalin 4 года назад

    Thanks for using PPE! Get the young ones used to doing things the right way!

  • @TheSeabass17
    @TheSeabass17 4 года назад

    You guys don’t understand how much I appreciate this video, I have a 2001 GS430 and I plan on doing this I’ve been a mechanic for 8 years and you guys answered every question I’ve had about supercharging the 4.3L. I hate to pair Lexus w a Ford product, ew Ford but GREAT WORK guys👌

    • @nostradamus7648
      @nostradamus7648 2 года назад

      Someone mentioned the TRD supercharger for the Tundra would also fit.
      I'd have more confidence in a Toyota part.
      Have you done the mod yet?

  • @gavin4ford
    @gavin4ford 4 года назад +1

    VMP makes a upgraded blower for the 03 04 cobras. I wonder if it fits this application.

  • @kylehyatt1214
    @kylehyatt1214 4 года назад +103

    Totally triggered by not having that starter replaced while they're in there.

    • @nefariouscj9791
      @nefariouscj9791 4 года назад +3

      I was thinking the same thing LOL.

    • @m42b14
      @m42b14 4 года назад +14

      It's a Lexus... the chances of that thing failing are like... never.

    • @nefariouscj9791
      @nefariouscj9791 4 года назад +21

      @@m42b14 You clearly dont own an LS lol. Thats one of the big repairs needed on these cars and older ones... Look at the forms lol

    • @Knightfall23
      @Knightfall23 4 года назад +2

      @@m42b14 this is a common issue on the LS

    • @Wiggy321
      @Wiggy321 4 года назад

      I just said the she thing lol

  • @rocky5ive961
    @rocky5ive961 4 года назад +57

    I would've changed that starter since you had the intake manifold off.

    • @wpeneyra
      @wpeneyra 4 года назад +2

      was just gonna say this

    • @faststanger1
      @faststanger1 4 года назад +1

      I would have done the same thing. With already being there. Wonderful time for some preventive maintenance. Save time and hassle down the road.

    • @terminator7514
      @terminator7514 4 года назад +1

      @@faststanger1 they won't have it long enough to care about that lol let the next guy do it.

  • @walimane2348
    @walimane2348 4 года назад

    Crazy build can’t wait to hear it these motors aren’t usually the loudest so it’ll be great to hear a different tone for once

  • @prizedcoffeecup
    @prizedcoffeecup 4 года назад +1

    With the doublenut trick, what I usually see another RUclipsr that uses this trick do is hold the top nut with another wrench so it's not backing out when the bottom one is turning. Keep a little opposite tension on the top one that way

  • @hanshoogendyk2203
    @hanshoogendyk2203 10 месяцев назад

    A friend of mine has a 3uz swapped early land cruiser, he did this 5 years ago, used a smaller charger drive pulley it runs10psi boost with ethanol spray above 4psi boost . It makes 450hp at the wheels with max torque from 1800 to 5600 rpm

  • @firepatryk11
    @firepatryk11 4 года назад

    this LS motor is gonna be sick, I've been enjoying this build series allot, keep it up

  • @BobbyTruffle
    @BobbyTruffle 4 года назад +1

    I'm a fan since the TA22 Celica but this is going to be a great luxury sedan...well done guys.

  • @miguel760t
    @miguel760t 4 года назад +3

    This is inspiring me to get an LS for myself. Loving the build!

    • @chasetiemeyer1056
      @chasetiemeyer1056 4 года назад +1

      Do it. I love my 2005.

    • @K03sport
      @K03sport 4 года назад

      Step up a few years to the 460...Unless you don't mind the age or you are trying to save some money

    • @chasetiemeyer1056
      @chasetiemeyer1056 4 года назад

      @@K03sport 460 is trash compared to the 430. Feels cheap.

  • @darrylmeyer6389
    @darrylmeyer6389 4 года назад +1

    Speed Academy has become my favourite channel to watch. Great content guys!👌

  • @chrisseebohm8157
    @chrisseebohm8157 2 года назад

    Was picking over an LS430 yesterday at the yard.. I gotta get one of these!

  • @jaec6986
    @jaec6986 4 года назад

    Finally a real power adder for our LS430, thanks!

  • @JaydenJ
    @JaydenJ 4 года назад

    I know nothing about cars but I love cars and dont know how to get into them but I love your guys videos. Love the lexus series.

  • @oldwarrenpointforum
    @oldwarrenpointforum 4 года назад +1

    I'll not be doing that anytime soon but great job :) One tiny thing I don't know if you have done it yet but the LS430 is prone to a problem with the radiator that can let water into the gearbox that can fail - and a replacement radiator is recommended for peace of mind (I'll be doing mine very soon) I've already done the timing belt (also recommended every 60,000 or so) although not bothered changing the gearbox oil as I dont do the mileage.

  • @JP-ox6bj
    @JP-ox6bj 4 года назад

    Found you guys recently but this channel has quickly become one of my favorites on RUclips, keep up the great work boys! Shoutout from Boston, MA.

  • @DaveSabol
    @DaveSabol 4 года назад

    This is really interesting! I'm digging the idea of building a car with the best tech that "almost" fits and making it work. But I had to laugh at D.P.'s comment about making work ... because for a bunch of guys that "don't like to make work" you really know how to "make work". Keep it up, it's always enjoyable to see you get a project built!

  • @Huidos001
    @Huidos001 4 года назад

    Im glad my mans dj Qualls is doing good hitting the wrench. He put on some weight too thats good.

  • @williamandrews1683
    @williamandrews1683 3 года назад

    My gs430 flat out moves! I put stainless headers on it and thought about a blower. Its been done for a long time.

  • @CDOES
    @CDOES 4 года назад

    YES! I Cant Wait to hear that run!

  • @squillager4434
    @squillager4434 4 года назад +2

    I almost bought that exact supercharger for my grand marquis, guess you got it first

  • @pFbSpecV
    @pFbSpecV 2 года назад

    I like this build! This coming out pretty sick for sure! The heater hoses look fine id say.

  • @evannoriega-thomas371
    @evannoriega-thomas371 4 года назад

    I liked the part where you took the snout off and explained the system a bit when doing the little rebuild. great to see the visual.

  • @doctorlobsteroctopus
    @doctorlobsteroctopus 4 года назад

    Feedin that sweet, sweet algorithm. Damn, that supercharger is going to be fun. I'd really love to supercharger something soon myself.

  • @radtang1395
    @radtang1395 3 года назад

    watching them cut that flange off reminded me how good of a purchase my 9" grinder was.

  • @Thudney
    @Thudney 4 года назад +10

    "Bold" move to remove engine hoist hooks? i removed mine 100k ago, altho my engine is still stock...

  • @lustnmotors
    @lustnmotors 4 года назад

    I don't comment on every video but I've watched since the badass 2000. Love what y'all do! I hope one day I can do a TMP track day with my Evo 2.

  • @DomV123
    @DomV123 4 года назад

    Can’t wait to see this build when it’s all done, love fast big body sedans

  • @knduong
    @knduong 4 года назад

    I admire the grinding down part you guys did. All a learning process, I wouldve 100% took it to a shop haha. Look forward to this Japanese vs German battle!

  • @peterboyles5376
    @peterboyles5376 4 года назад

    I hit my head on that every time I work on my 2003 ls430. ps love your videos so much that I might put a supper charger on to my ls430.

  • @blacklight4460
    @blacklight4460 3 года назад

    Sold Fords in '03 and loved all the SVTs, even the NA FOCUS w/ the 6spd. So cool to be able to put the Cobra screws in my 04 LS. Maybe after 200k mi.

  • @rydon_24
    @rydon_24 4 года назад +2

    I'm in love with this Lexus!!!

  • @wdv4
    @wdv4 3 года назад

    I'm really liking what you guys are doing now.

  • @ninopanino10
    @ninopanino10 4 года назад

    I can’t believe my fav build is a Lexus! Amazing car guys.

  • @therealboofighter
    @therealboofighter 4 года назад +1

    This is what we have been waiting for! I love this. I will be interested in seeing how it runs with stock engine management.

    • @therealboofighter
      @therealboofighter 4 года назад

      Oh, there is a header out there, PPE I think is the name and OBX makes a knock off it for about 700-800 for the set.

  • @westonlieberum1
    @westonlieberum1 4 года назад

    Love seeing the supercharger on this thing! I’m excited to see the power numbers!

  • @BasketballAve
    @BasketballAve 3 года назад

    Thank you for the video this helps me a lot since I’m planning on supercharging my 1992 ls400...great quality vids!!

  • @hahaha12345678993
    @hahaha12345678993 4 года назад +5

    as a former owner of a terminator cobra, this is just plain cool

  • @algsoccerstar
    @algsoccerstar 4 года назад

    Love the build! You guys are super underrated

  • @lilfables
    @lilfables 4 года назад +3

    This is gonna be deemed the japanese terminator. It was born at speed academy 💯

  • @arok22
    @arok22 4 года назад

    Totally diggin this build! Old man power!!

  • @507GARAGE
    @507GARAGE 4 года назад +1

    Love the awesome detail, cool deal guys!

  • @ABArsenal
    @ABArsenal 4 года назад

    Keep It coming this will be how I go about boosting my ls430

  • @weareawake1116
    @weareawake1116 4 года назад

    If there is anyway you could fit an intercooler on the system, I would definitely do it. It will be worth the extra work. Loving this project.

  • @estevatopanchovillacruz9969
    @estevatopanchovillacruz9969 4 года назад

    "You toyota guys know what i'm talking about." Yes, yes we do. Very cool. subscribed!

  • @MrZattack101
    @MrZattack101 4 года назад

    It actually looks so good just fits perfectly there

  • @ZombieWonderWeapon
    @ZombieWonderWeapon 4 года назад +10

    This series is sick keep up the good work, there is a downside to this series to be honest it really is making me want to buy a ls 430

    • @davidkrocks
      @davidkrocks 4 года назад +3

      Do I have a need for a ultra luxurious Lexus missile sedan? Well, no, but actually yes!

    • @petro316
      @petro316 4 года назад +1

      I couldn't agree more!

    • @dogsandcars202
      @dogsandcars202 4 года назад

      Do it man. I just bought a 2001 LS 430 with 190,000 miles on it for $3200 and it’s perfect. It didn’t have any of the problems that they described on their’s thankfully.

    • @ZombieWonderWeapon
      @ZombieWonderWeapon 4 года назад

      @@dogsandcars202 Thats great man and great price too hope it serves you well, unfortunately where i live there are no ls430 but maybe i can find a good manual is200

  • @VS666
    @VS666 4 года назад

    this is so awesome! i love this car it looks so incredible. cant wait to hear that whine!

  • @tinoperez6877
    @tinoperez6877 4 года назад

    Omg !!!! I’m ready for the finished product!!!!!!!

  • @mediocre_moto
    @mediocre_moto 4 года назад

    Down here we call them coveralls or overalls. Very handy for doing an oil change while on lunch break at your office job.

  • @mikewaite3746
    @mikewaite3746 2 года назад

    And while you're at it you should recommend as a good precautionary replace the starter along with the knock sensors

  • @chadpurser
    @chadpurser 4 года назад

    I almost lost my mind when you put a blowtorch to the aluminum block right next to the intake flange! Ahhhhhh! :)

  • @natematheny8710
    @natematheny8710 4 года назад +2

    This is awesome. I'd like to do this with the 4.7l variant out of a tundra if possible

  • @carlmcrobcustomgoldsmith11
    @carlmcrobcustomgoldsmith11 4 года назад

    Very cool....thanks for letting us see all the fun stuff

  • @TheZooness
    @TheZooness 4 года назад

    One of the most anticipated videos from you guys, love how these builds are going.

  • @Photobombin
    @Photobombin 4 года назад

    Is this the new YT meta? I've been seeing people put these on different project motors. I saw one on ebay for $400 which has me interested to see more!

  • @nikdelano
    @nikdelano 4 года назад

    Since no one from what I’ve seen mentioned it, the music during the time lapse of cutting the blower is “Got Me Stone Cold” by Tape Machines

  • @plutodestroyer12
    @plutodestroyer12 4 года назад

    wish it was a way more confusing turbo system but that blower is sick too - hope it works out!!

  • @ardennielsen3761
    @ardennielsen3761 4 года назад

    you can cut off that bit of fuel line if you can flare the line's and use fittings similar to ones used on brake lines to patch in a new section of line... bring out a TIG of MAPP torch and braze the new section of line on to the fuel rail fittings.

  • @richardpanganiban8431
    @richardpanganiban8431 4 года назад

    Interesting to see the finishing and how it will sound and perform.

  • @KgreProductions
    @KgreProductions 4 года назад +3

    Change the starter while you are in there!

    • @AllenManor
      @AllenManor 4 года назад

      Just what I was thinking . . .

  • @broomad
    @broomad 4 года назад

    What a great upgrade at low cost. Nice work gents - loving it

  • @paulmofyourhand
    @paulmofyourhand 4 года назад

    loving the lexus progress

  • @BlakDawnman
    @BlakDawnman 4 года назад

    super stoked to see how this alters the driving experience for daily and track use!

  • @johnnyr25
    @johnnyr25 4 года назад

    Super excited to see how this supercharger turns out.

  • @anomamos9095
    @anomamos9095 4 года назад

    Tip for anyone who needs to hack up a super charger like this and doesn’t have access to a mill but owns a router .
    Cut a bit of board to act as a guide template for the router, anything that a bearing bit can smoothly run against that is not too thick will do space it off the flange and screw it down then use the router at its slowest suitable speed to cut the casing away neatly. Using a router with a guide template will achieve a clean neat job with no risk of destroying the bits you want to keep.

  • @NSXLEE96
    @NSXLEE96 4 года назад

    It looks great I can’t wait to see it finished and running

  • @dogsandcars202
    @dogsandcars202 4 года назад

    Petes a fan of the big guy and I’m gonna come in with the little boy and tagteam this thing.