I put a 6.2 liter L94/6L80 combo out of a 2012 Denali in my 2011 JKUR about 5 years/65k miles ago. Great powertrain for the JK platform. Can I suggest turning your battery and TIPM lengthwise as it really opens up clearance and accessibility to that right bank. Plus allows a bit more airflow around the right head. I'm running GM OEM wiring harness to remain USEPA compliant and even made the OEM GM engine cover to fit. My goal was also to make it look and perform like it was OEM. I used the Motech MoCAN module to create that "handshake" between the GM ECM and the Chrysler BCM and everything functions like it rolled off the assembly line. I used OEM Trailblazer exhaust manifold to clear my suspension and they worked great, still uses OEM heat shields. I would suggest wrapping the fuel and vapor lines where they route from the right frame rails, around the fuel tank and up the back of the transmission as that area gets quite hot on those lines. I also used a NP241J transfer case with the 2.72:1 ratio. With the 4.02:1 first great in my 6L80 transmission, I don't miss that 4:1 transfer case at all. In fact, the gearing in my GM powertrain is similar to the stock JK Rubicon gearing ratios but with double the torque. Drivability is freakin' awesome, both on and off road. Drives like a Denali with a Jeep body on it and everything functions as designed. Utah has pretty strict emissions guidelines and it passed all USEPA requirements for Utah licensing. I'm running 4.56 final drive gears and with my 37" tires and 33% overdriven trans. my cruising RPM is 2k @ 70 MPH. Returns decent economy, better than the stock 3.8 liter and 42RLE combo on 35" tires. You're going to love it more each time you drive it. 👍 Mike
6:05 my 12 year old walks bye, pauses, backs up and says, "thats a 2 door gladiator 😮"! I want it." 😅 you are safe for now Ian, as his dream color is vibrant blue or red.
I went back and forth on my V8 swap . I ended up with a 6.4 hemi and 8 speed swap from Dakota Customs . And Ian is write , v8 wranglers are awesome! I have about 20k miles on mine it it’s definitely worth it . I get the same mileage as the 3.8 … 14.5 -19 ish mpgs . This was one of the better install videos .
Been watching you Ian since 4 x 4 Garage on Xtreme TV 20 years +. You are by far the most talented person I know ever seen on with off road vehicles. You explain everything in great detail, and always keep it interesting. Keep up the great work! Love the LS in the Jeep project.
As always Ian an amazing job laying out all the steps to do the swap. I have been watching since the Xtreme 4x4 days. Always enjoy you sharing your talent. Thank You.
How you explained the wire harness and how the computers need to communicate with each other was extremely enlightening. I'm waiting until my 3.6 fails before I do a swap but I'm already planning what I want to do and will probably start collecting parts over time for when the time comes. Great video, thanks.
I coulda swore I read an article or a forum chat from a Jeep engineer years ago that the reason a 5.7 Hemi bolts in so nice and clean in a JK is because they originally planned to offer that powertrain, but because of government mandates, safety issues, and so on, they scrapped it for production.
Well, that was easy! haha! Really nice work all around. Thanks for explaining all the what's and why's throughout. I also appreciate all the difficult camera angles!
Just got done with my LS swap in my Jeep. Everything about it is more pleasant than the 4.0 it replaced. AC is crazy cold, temps are always under control, HO alternator and PS pump. And of course the power. No MPG hit either.
Thank you. That’s pretty much the only combination I would want in a modern Jeep. I know one guy who has nothing but problems out of his stock pentastar junk and I keep messing with him about this exact conversion for his jk. Now if $ were not the issue I would build one myself.
This one was chocked full of solid information, Ian. The huge plus was Zelda making her cameo; she's so adorable and looks just like our Gabby we lost 3 years ago so thanks for including her! Lastly two things; the burnout was epic and you better get some anti-aircraft radar and countermeasures in the shop. You were buzzed by a pterodactyl @46:54 which rivaled a B-52 in size. Looking forward to the next video and seeing Zelda make another cameo! Cheers!
So this must be the 3.8 Jeep motor that got put in Sushi of Flex,Rocks, & Rollovers? This LS swap is great! Thank you for explaining all the planning that goes into a project like this! Nicely done & thank you for sharing
I love your videos. One small complaint, I find myself constantly turning the volume up and down all the time between your monolog and the music. The music is way too loud, is what I am saying. I am more interested in hearing what you have to say than the music. Frankly, I think a lot of people make this mistake, I personally would not miss all the music people play in the videos. It gets exhausting. No hate, just my opinion. Carry on. You're an awesome creator.
@@BigTireGarage And you're spot on with the $10k-$15k range. That's about what my LS swap cost me. Sadly it has a popped head gasket. Donor had 112k on the clock and I put on another 40k'ish. Guess it's time to build up a new motor with a bump stick, an intake manifold, and some larger injectors. LoL
Hey Ian, Nice swap! Love how all the bells and whistles are working as they should. See your still have Esab tatooed to your ____! LOL No worries I still have one of thier frist inverters, great power supplies..Keep up the great videos.
Mesmerized by your JK truck conversion. Wish I could have seen that. Your JK LS Swap is my new favorite on your channel plus it's companion 3.8L V6 swap to Toyota HI-LUX witch I'm guessing Maybe a future episode? 🤔🛻🛠
This is the most important video ever posted on the internet. Why the choice in the 4L80 and not the 6 speed automatic? Simplicity maybe? And you happy with the power of the 5.3? Do you wish you went with the bigger engine? Thanks man!
After seeing how much better the constant tension clamps are I would much rather use them than the worm gear type. But if the heat shrink ones work better then go for it. I like the constant tension clamps because they don't tear into the hose like the worm gear clamps do.
Any issues yet with overheating? Most people I see swap out the radiator for a bigger aluminum one. I like the idea of keeping the JK one I already have if it's possible. Dropping in a 550hp 6.2 right now.
On the "ports" on the transmission, which is in and out? Hastings makes a nice compact in-line filter, but would like to know which way its flowing. Thanks
Seems like you had to do a lot of “custom” stuff for the engine to work like factory in a vehicle that it doesn’t come factory in. From my little bit of research, I’d say the hemi is more plug and play. Americas most wanted 4x4 makes kits that essentially “bolt in”, making it super easy to swap. And I believe the company is called Motech, and they specialize in LS swaps. Last I saw they got it to where you only need 1 computer, and basically made a more plug and play style to their engines as well. Of course,I’m no expert, and you absolutely know a hell of a lot more then me when it comes to anything vehicles. But those 2 companies are for sure the number 1 companies for plug and play / easiest to do engine swaps for the JK.
What are your thoughts on iron block vs aluminum? I've been doing research on picking an LS for a swap and I've landed on the L92 because you get all aluminum, rectangle ports and I think forged internals but I get mixed info on that. Is there any particular reason you chose an iron block or did it just come down to price?
i really wish you could have spent a min on showing how to do the custom front and rear driveshaft measurements. im putting in a 401 into my cj8 using a 6 sp trans out of my 2005 rubicon and using the original dana300 tcase. i dont think the stock cj8 driveshafts will work anymore front or rear
just measure from the yoke to the yoke. If you have a suspension that has a lot of travel in it, you will have to measure at full droop and at full compression
@@BigTireGarageyeah thats my game plan…. im only running 33” and a 4” lift … im hoping it all lines up. i dont think the nsg370 is really much longer than the t4 that was in there to begin with
I could understand this in a 4 door jk jeep...but in a short wheel base like my little tj.how you would use 500 hp from a ls swap would be scary.my fresh 4.0 is plenty
I love it great job as usual. I laugh when I see this big of a build my kid has a Toyota can’t put air in the tire without throwing a money light yah that’s the luck we have 😂
So I have one question. What or any issues have you had with cooling. I also have a Jeep jk ls swap. But have had nothing but issues with keeping the engine cool. I was going to remove the trans cooler and use an aftermarket trans cooler and get better air flow but not sure. Just looking for the best suggestions from some of the pros.
Is the input swap the only thing that needs to happen to the JK case? I’m looking at swapping one into my 05 Silverado 1500 to get rid of the front&rear slip yokes for a one ton swap.
Mopar engines are great but for what we do it’s a hard no for me! LS engines are cheap, plentiful and if you roll you can pull the plug and blow out the oil and roll on! Ask Marvin from flex, rocks and rollovers how the hemis do!
Depends on what you plan to do with the truck....the NP241 JK case is a great option...if ypu want to go with a hard core off road package...get an Atlas...or NP205
The JK is tricky because unlike the previous generations of Jeeps the feont end does not come off....you would have to install the engine seperate from the transmission
Not that much harder. You just have to crawl under it more. You do not need to install the engine separate from the transmission. I’ve done it. On my 07
@BigTireGarage thank you. I typed the question before the end lol. Stupid of me. I want to do this to my 17 JKUR hard rock edition. I have been trying to decide hemi or LS. This video definitely helped. Thank you.
@@BigTireGarage love the project. Not sure if I’m more confident or more hesitant after watching your video haha. We’ll see if I’m a builder or a bolt on adder soon I guess haha
My friend and I, both in our 70’s did the same conversation. 2016 LS 5.3 355 HP with a 6L80e out of Escalade. Due to the fact that I had a limited time span the 2007 JK could be down, went with the MOTECH kit. I We are not the level of craftsman you are so, It was better for me that Robbie at MOTECH had done all the heavy duty fabrication & fitting. I went with the 6 speed trans because of cost. The 8 & 10 speeds are becoming more popular. Love the conversion.
I put a 6.2 liter L94/6L80 combo out of a 2012 Denali in my 2011 JKUR about 5 years/65k miles ago. Great powertrain for the JK platform.
Can I suggest turning your battery and TIPM lengthwise as it really opens up clearance and accessibility to that right bank. Plus allows a bit more airflow around the right head.
I'm running GM OEM wiring harness to remain USEPA compliant and even made the OEM GM engine cover to fit. My goal was also to make it look and perform like it was OEM. I used the Motech MoCAN module to create that "handshake" between the GM ECM and the Chrysler BCM and everything functions like it rolled off the assembly line.
I used OEM Trailblazer exhaust manifold to clear my suspension and they worked great, still uses OEM heat shields.
I would suggest wrapping the fuel and vapor lines where they route from the right frame rails, around the fuel tank and up the back of the transmission as that area gets quite hot on those lines.
I also used a NP241J transfer case with the 2.72:1 ratio. With the 4.02:1 first great in my 6L80 transmission, I don't miss that 4:1 transfer case at all. In fact, the gearing in my GM powertrain is similar to the stock JK Rubicon gearing ratios but with double the torque.
Drivability is freakin' awesome, both on and off road. Drives like a Denali with a Jeep body on it and everything functions as designed.
Utah has pretty strict emissions guidelines and it passed all USEPA requirements for Utah licensing.
I'm running 4.56 final drive gears and with my 37" tires and 33% overdriven trans. my cruising RPM is 2k @ 70 MPH. Returns decent economy, better than the stock 3.8 liter and 42RLE combo on 35" tires.
You're going to love it more each time you drive it. 👍
Mike
Thanks for all that info I will definitely look at all those suggestions...I like the idea of turning the TIPM and battery
@@BigTireGarage happy to help.
Love your project videos Ian. Keep 'em coming.
Mike
Definitely one of the best engine swap videos I've ever watched
Wow, thanks!
6:05 my 12 year old walks bye, pauses, backs up and says, "thats a 2 door gladiator 😮"! I want it." 😅 you are safe for now Ian, as his dream color is vibrant blue or red.
Now we just need a few tips on how to tell our significant others why we’re spending so much time and money in the garage😂
Most of us are just fantasizing anyway.
I went back and forth on my V8 swap . I ended up with a 6.4 hemi and 8 speed swap from Dakota Customs . And Ian is write , v8 wranglers are awesome! I have about 20k miles on mine it it’s definitely worth it . I get the same mileage as the 3.8 … 14.5 -19 ish mpgs .
This was one of the better install videos .
Thanks for watching...that swap sounds awesome!!
@@BigTireGarage the 8 speed is a game changer. 37’s 4:88’s and the 3:7:1 transfer case . It crawls great and rips stop light to stop light .
Been watching you Ian since 4 x 4 Garage on Xtreme TV 20 years +. You are by far the most talented person I know ever seen on with off road vehicles. You explain everything in great detail, and always keep it interesting. Keep up the great work! Love the LS in the Jeep project.
Appreciate that thanks for watching
As always Ian an amazing job laying out all the steps to do the swap. I have been watching since the Xtreme 4x4 days. Always enjoy you sharing your talent. Thank You.
Great to hear! Thanks for watching
How you explained the wire harness and how the computers need to communicate with each other was extremely enlightening. I'm waiting until my 3.6 fails before I do a swap but I'm already planning what I want to do and will probably start collecting parts over time for when the time comes. Great video, thanks.
Thank you
I coulda swore I read an article or a forum chat from a Jeep engineer years ago that the reason a 5.7 Hemi bolts in so nice and clean in a JK is because they originally planned to offer that powertrain, but because of government mandates, safety issues, and so on, they scrapped it for production.
I would believe that...and with the 392 available now it makes sense
Well, that was easy! haha! Really nice work all around.
Thanks for explaining all the what's and why's throughout. I also appreciate all the difficult camera angles!
Thanks for watching!!!
Just got done with my LS swap in my Jeep. Everything about it is more pleasant than the 4.0 it replaced. AC is crazy cold, temps are always under control, HO alternator and PS pump.
And of course the power. No MPG hit either.
Very nice tutorial! It’s cool that you made all the emissions stuff work too (even though many of us might accidentally misplace that stuff).
Awesome vid, Ian. Can't believe you fit all that in close to an hour. Great production.
Thanks...
i need a video withthe same content but utilizing a 2012 to 2017 jku. great job as always Ian.
Noted!
Same I have a 2012 waiting for the stock engine to let out all its smoke.
Same, my 2013 is begging for a v8 after going to 1tons and 40s
Thank you. That’s pretty much the only combination I would want in a modern Jeep. I know one guy who has nothing but problems out of his stock pentastar junk and I keep messing with him about this exact conversion for his jk. Now if $ were not the issue I would build one myself.
Been doing a ton of research to swap my 08 JKU. Glad to have this to go along with it.
Good to hear
This one was chocked full of solid information, Ian. The huge plus was Zelda making her cameo; she's so adorable and looks just like our Gabby we lost 3 years ago so thanks for including her! Lastly two things; the burnout was epic and you better get some anti-aircraft radar and countermeasures in the shop. You were buzzed by a pterodactyl @46:54 which rivaled a B-52 in size.
Looking forward to the next video and seeing Zelda make another cameo! Cheers!
Zelda makes every video better...we actually filmed a promo for HBO Max with her this week...we are very excited
@@BigTireGarage That's awesome! Congrats on the promo!
Sweet build and insightful journaling of the process. Love it Ian!
Thanks so much!
So this must be the 3.8 Jeep motor that got put in Sushi of Flex,Rocks, & Rollovers?
This LS swap is great! Thank you for explaining all the planning that goes into a project like this! Nicely done & thank you for sharing
Yes it was...and thanks for watching
Nice work. Very informative. Can't believe you did the swap in a little over 1 hr.😂
Well 1 hr...and 2 months
Saved for later, going to sleep, love your trucks Ian 🤙🏻
Thanks 👍
Wow that came out so amazing, the white rims look awesome on it, wasn't sure how it would look in the end but I love it. Great build Ian!!!!!!
Yeah I like the look of them as well
The lightinf in your shop is Great!! I want to know where you bought the lights
They are @hyperlight high bay LED's
awesome video!!! how about dropping a diesel power plant into a 2012-newer JK? No R2.8 either, maybe 4BT or other options.
Much appreciation for the explanation of the build.
Suggestion, reduce the volume of your music to match your voice. It's too loud.
Thanks for posting this, been waiting since you mentioned it earlier in the year!
Hope you enjoyed it!
I love your videos. One small complaint, I find myself constantly turning the volume up and down all the time between your monolog and the music. The music is way too loud, is what I am saying. I am more interested in hearing what you have to say than the music. Frankly, I think a lot of people make this mistake, I personally would not miss all the music people play in the videos. It gets exhausting. No hate, just my opinion. Carry on. You're an awesome creator.
Thanks for the info I will pay closer attention to that in the future
LS Swapped my 2004 LJ because of your older vids from your Xtreme4x4 days.
Awesome!!
@@BigTireGarage And you're spot on with the $10k-$15k range. That's about what my LS swap cost me. Sadly it has a popped head gasket. Donor had 112k on the clock and I put on another 40k'ish. Guess it's time to build up a new motor with a bump stick, an intake manifold, and some larger injectors. LoL
Thank you for all the info Ian. I’m trying to do an ls swap on a jk currently!
Same here but I live here in california and it's very difficult and emissions wise. Working with 16 JK
Good luck!
That jeep is sweet. It what Jeep should have built. Maybe some day they. Good job sir. Love it.
Thanks...it draws a lot of attention
Hey Ian, Nice swap! Love how all the bells and whistles are working as they should. See your still have Esab tatooed to your ____! LOL No worries I still have one of thier frist inverters, great power supplies..Keep up the great videos.
Love all of my ESAB welders yes indeed
Mesmerized by your JK truck conversion. Wish I could have seen that. Your JK LS Swap is my new favorite on your channel plus it's companion 3.8L V6 swap to Toyota HI-LUX witch I'm guessing Maybe a future episode? 🤔🛻🛠
Yes
Ian, you never disappoint. Thank you for this video. It’s so helpful for my second LS build. The ‘51 GMC.
Great to hear!
I absolutely love that truck you got the coolest toys ever
Thanks...yeah it's a great truck and turns a lot heads wherever it goes!!
And now I want to LS swap mine 😬
Totally should!!!
Nice job. And nice Hilux in the background.
Thanks
Thank you for this video, it's a wealth of information, will make my swap easier
Glad to help
That's probably the best video you've ever done, Ian, great job!
Only problem, I'm now saying pivotybit like it's a new word. 😂
I feel that you aren't building without inventing new words
Heat shrink clamps are clean looking work great to 300PSI
Thanks for the info
Thanks for the new content Ian! Lockjaw has my vote for the next T-shirt!
Love that idea!!
I've never personally seen 4 people in a Jeep Gladiator. They really missed the mark here.
Please do a 2012 or newer jk with an LT engine.
Great video.
This is the most important video ever posted on the internet. Why the choice in the 4L80 and not the 6 speed automatic? Simplicity maybe?
And you happy with the power of the 5.3? Do you wish you went with the bigger engine?
Thanks man!
Exactly...simple and reliable...and cost...I am very happy with the 5.3...
@@BigTireGaragethanks for responding!
Your skills are unmatched, love this video! Thank you very much!
Thank you very much!
Really loved the entire video... BUT... my guy.. rattle-canning some aluminum heads I really dont know how to feel about that HAHAHA
Yeah...but the all black motor looks cool!!
This is awesome do you have a list of everything with prices like a website! Make a budget kit list ??
I do not...but I can do that after I do a long term review like I did with my Yota
After seeing how much better the constant tension clamps are I would much rather use them than the worm gear type. But if the heat shrink ones work better then go for it. I like the constant tension clamps because they don't tear into the hose like the worm gear clamps do.
Great idea...I like the oem ones as well I sometimes use "T" Clamps if I can get them in the correct size
Hand down love your work man
I appreciate that!
Any issues yet with overheating? Most people I see swap out the radiator for a bigger aluminum one. I like the idea of keeping the JK one I already have if it's possible. Dropping in a 550hp 6.2 right now.
So far no issues I did have to add a power steering cooler...but engine temps so far are good
Love your Skillz Bro and a job well done
Thanks
YEH! This makes my 2007/8 JKU worth more $. Although its a diesel done 200k. Now how can I get one of what you have? Greetings from NZ .
Man...Diesel JK...I am jealous!!
On the "ports" on the transmission, which is in and out?
Hastings makes a nice compact in-line filter, but would like to know which way its flowing.
Thanks
Outstanding video! Well done👍👊 Everything explained very well!
Glad you liked it!
I would love to do this to my 2013 jk
I saw the Aqualu FJ45 cab in the background, gonna keep my eyes on that one.
You will see it on my new show Build for Offroad on Motortrend Discovery and HBO max
@@BigTireGarage Looking forward to it. Can we ask when the show will start airing?
@@BigTireGarage Watched the preview on Brenton Prod.
What a great detailed video one of your best. I love that Jeep .
I appreciate that!
Seems like you had to do a lot of “custom” stuff for the engine to work like factory in a vehicle that it doesn’t come factory in.
From my little bit of research, I’d say the hemi is more plug and play. Americas most wanted 4x4 makes kits that essentially “bolt in”, making it super easy to swap. And I believe the company is called Motech, and they specialize in LS swaps. Last I saw they got it to where you only need 1 computer, and basically made a more plug and play style to their engines as well.
Of course,I’m no expert, and you absolutely know a hell of a lot more then me when it comes to anything vehicles. But those 2 companies are for sure the number 1 companies for plug and play / easiest to do engine swaps for the JK.
I looked at the Motech kit and it was "in my opinion" the same amount of work....and was considerably more money
Freaking great!! You rock Ian.
Thanks! You too!
Do a diy hemi swap on a 13-18 jk lol asking for a friend and are you going to the pegon forge jeep jam this year?
I should be there for one day
This is soo cool!! Great info. Awesome burnout 😂🍻👍
Glad you enjoyed it
Word of the week, Pivot-y-bit.
It is a fun word
What are your thoughts on iron block vs aluminum? I've been doing research on picking an LS for a swap and I've landed on the L92 because you get all aluminum, rectangle ports and I think forged internals but I get mixed info on that. Is there any particular reason you chose an iron block or did it just come down to price?
Price really...and not chasing HP or building a race car
i really wish you could have spent a min on showing how to do the custom front and rear driveshaft measurements. im putting in a 401 into my cj8 using a 6 sp trans out of my 2005 rubicon and using the original dana300 tcase. i dont think the stock cj8 driveshafts will work anymore front or rear
just measure from the yoke to the yoke. If you have a suspension that has a lot of travel in it, you will have to measure at full droop and at full compression
@@BigTireGarageyeah thats my game plan…. im only running 33” and a 4” lift … im hoping it all lines up. i dont think the nsg370 is really much longer than the t4 that was in there to begin with
*isnt really longer
I see Sushi moving around!
Yeah finished it during this video
@@BigTireGarage wait... is this where the 3.8 came from?
Another great video 👍👍
Thanks for the visit
Hey, for a little over a hundred bucks you can get an AC hose crimping tool.
I could understand this in a 4 door jk jeep...but in a short wheel base like my little tj.how you would use 500 hp from a ls swap would be scary.my fresh 4.0 is plenty
Agree....the TJ and LJ platform works great with the 4.0!!!
Gomanche Project Tee Shirt 😜🙏
I think I should finish it before I make a T Shirt
@@BigTireGarage I'm here for it!
I need this video, but for a 2012 5.3 LS into a 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland, and I'd be set! 😅
Sounds like a cool build
I love it great job as usual. I laugh when I see this big of a build my kid has a Toyota can’t put air in the tire without throwing a money light yah that’s the luck we have 😂
True...the modern vehicle makes it very hard
Just as I’m getting ready to sell my JK 😂
Well....maybe you should keep it!!!
You're Amazing, great video!
Thank you so much!
So I have one question. What or any issues have you had with cooling. I also have a Jeep jk ls swap. But have had nothing but issues with keeping the engine cool. I was going to remove the trans cooler and use an aftermarket trans cooler and get better air flow but not sure. Just looking for the best suggestions from some of the pros.
I haven't had any issues...but I also did the Pentastar fan upgrade
Did you change the stem vent lines or install an expansion tank?
I run my steam vent back into the waterpump
Nice job. About how many hours did you have in it?
If I had all the parts and no hiccups, I think I could do the swap in about 30-40 hours
im in the process of gen 4 ls swapping my 07 jk and don't want to spend a lot on exhaust headers or manifolds. Who made the ones your using
They were a set of cheap Amazon ones...I can get you a link
amzn.to/3XDotOk
Nice build 🤘🏻, which intake is that?
Cheapo Amazon buy..nothing fancy...I just like how it looks
great video , thanks
Glad you enjoyed it
🏆💪😎🙏
Thank you for sharing this
My pleasure
Is the input swap the only thing that needs to happen to the JK case? I’m looking at swapping one into my 05 Silverado 1500 to get rid of the front&rear slip yokes for a one ton swap.
Yes...and the adapter from Advance Adapters
Prbly better off with another Chevy case
Thx Dex....
Where is the xj ls swap video 😮😊
Why couldn’t you make a spacer to make up the inch and half you were short on the front driveline? Just curious
Probably could...but having the seiveshaft lengthened was only 200 bucks
Mopar engines are great but for what we do it’s a hard no for me! LS engines are cheap, plentiful and if you roll you can pull the plug and blow out the oil and roll on! Ask Marvin from flex, rocks and rollovers how the hemis do!
Well said!
I’m going through this and am curious why the 241c would not have been used?
The Rock Trac? I was concerned that the 4:1 with the v8 torque would be too much TBH unless I one ton swap it
Killer Content
🔥🔥🔥
Thanks for watching
so clean👍
Thank you! Cheers!
What’s the best transfer case for a 6l80 in your opinion? L92 6.2 Denali donor
Depends on what you plan to do with the truck....the NP241 JK case is a great option...if ypu want to go with a hard core off road package...get an Atlas...or NP205
Still dont understand why you didnt use the after market fan you had on your FourWheeler TV show.
It wasn't the best chpice...after talking with RPM Xtreme they suggested the PWM fan as a better choice....so that is what I went with
@@BigTireGarage sorry made a mistake meant to ask about aftermarket radiator.
Did not fit with the new fan
Question- whats the difference between the truck based vortec and an LS? Or what year did they switch from vortex to ls
The big block "vortec" lasted a while...the old school small block vortex I think was replaced by the LS in 98?
Vortec = iron block LS out in. Trucks.
It’s the same engine architecture.
Usually they have iron blocks and big ugly intakes with longer runners.
So how long did this swap actually take to complete.
If I had all the parts needed I could of done it in about a week
I'd like to do this in the future but I won't have a lift. How hard would it be with just a cherry picker?
The JK is tricky because unlike the previous generations of Jeeps the feont end does not come off....you would have to install the engine seperate from the transmission
Not that much harder. You just have to crawl under it more.
You do not need to install the engine separate from the transmission. I’ve done it. On my 07
So how many man hours was that entire swap? What was the total cost?
If I had all the parts in the shop...I would say 40 hours...total cost at end of video
@BigTireGarage thank you. I typed the question before the end lol. Stupid of me. I want to do this to my 17 JKUR hard rock edition. I have been trying to decide hemi or LS. This video definitely helped. Thank you.
I hope you didnt pay for that monster trans. Lucky to back it out of the shop.
I normally only build my own transmissions, but I have two Monsters in different projects with no problems so far
do you have a link to the cooling fan
I’m saving up to do this now. Why not a kit like motech or rpm extreme?
And I just got to the harness… I thought their kit had the motor mounts, trans, fuel system, all the “stuff” figured out already
You can do that too...but I can build mounts easily
@@BigTireGarage love the project. Not sure if I’m more confident or more hesitant after watching your video haha. We’ll see if I’m a builder or a bolt on adder soon I guess haha
It's really not that hard...just time consuming TBH
My friend and I, both in our 70’s did the same conversation. 2016 LS 5.3 355 HP with a 6L80e out of Escalade. Due to the fact that I had a limited time span the 2007 JK could be down, went with the MOTECH kit. I
We are not the level of craftsman you are so, It was better for me that Robbie at MOTECH had done all the heavy duty fabrication & fitting. I went with the 6 speed trans because of cost. The 8 & 10 speeds are becoming more popular. Love the conversion.
Is there nothing on the blocks that says what year they are?
I don't think they do that anymore....the old small and bug blocks had "numbers matching" stuff..but LS I don't think they do
Is there a such thing as a trophy Jeep
Yes...there actually is a Trophy Jeep built by Currie Enterprises and races Ultra 4
Cummins 4BT next?
Would honestly go with a 2.8
Might want to reach out to Robby Layton...his wife's little brother passed away and she's taken it pretty hard
though you were food guy lol