I nearly sh@t myself when the LS3 started. This will be the first VWBug with a mid engined Chevrolet powerplant. This episode gives you the breakdown of all the steps needed to get the Chevy engine to work in our chassis.

To help you navigate this video here are the chapter timestamps for a detailed breakdown of how Jean did it.

0:00 introduction
0:33 Chevrolet crate engine
1:26 changes made to fit the engine
2:19 turn intake manifold around
2:37 redesign chassis, move rear firewall
3:21 new engine mounts
3:30 design adaptor plate
3:53 new flywheel and clutch
4:18 new starter motor
4:26 new cooling system
4:54 revised electrics and ECU
5:21 design exhaust system
5:45 air intake and MAF sensor
6:04 new alternator bracket
6:18 final steps
6:33 LS engine starts
6:57 outdo

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