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Can you make comment or will you recommend the big bore stearin box I’m thinking of replacing my stearin box I watch a video that a stearin bracket will do the job So I’m not over stearin or wondering in the highway because of stearin box is lose of wore out thanks that’s all take care guys!👋
@@joseburgos7078 PSC makes good steering gearbox, AGR is ok, I have both, I say go with PSC , less headache, AGR will wear and have play more than PSC.
Tv is the death of originality. Tv shows all turn into staged, scripted, directions from some group of people in an office that don't care about the content, only about money and sponsors. Everyone on youtube that's successful needs to stay on youtube.
I'm putting the 6.4 in my '12 jk. The pentastar was scored, when I bought it. I got an aftermarket warranty for it (best decision of my life) so, it wasn't that bad on my wallet. Third time the engine got rebuilt, they finally found the scoring. The jeep is paid off and sitting in my driveway. When life hands you a lemon, you put a hemi in it.
Definitely doing this myself for my 2010 JKU Unlimited Sport. As a Soldier in the U.S. Army and being a technician, I really appreciate the amount of detail in your videos. I’ve been watching your show for a while now and you’re literally telling me exactly what to do. I believe I’ll be going the 5.7L route not unless my wife lets me do the 6.4 (hard to find cheap). Thank you very much. V/r Calvin
Thank you for not doing another boring, no imagination LS swap, jeeps leak enough and don't need to leak more by stuffing chevy garbage in one. I am one of the 3 pedal guys you talked about so Ill try to ignore the automatic Great vids.
I have a 2015 AEV Rubicon JKU that the previous owner installed an Eldenbrock E-Force Supercharger on the stock motor .. Has excellent power and definitely solves the lack of power problem with my JK that other JK owners complain about .. Would love to have a Hemi in my Jeep but the combination I currently have will do until I manage to win the lottery and do a 6.4 swap .. Great video and info ..
Nice man! My 5.7 grand Cherokee actually blew up so I bought it and already got a replacement motor. Gonna use the blown up motor for a possible project soonn
Some people may think that was "a lot" of talking but you did a great job keeping it interesting and being very informative. Great job as always Ben, also thank you for your videos and I hope you and your family has a very Merry Christmas. 👌
He definitely has a way of talking to keep it fun! I need to work on that myself. It is somewhat hard to kind of get used to talking like that on video!
Thanks for going over everything so well man! I’ve got a 2014 JKR and I’m looking at doing the 5.7 Hemi.. thinking it would be perfect for 2 door. Nice to hear my trans and tcase are good to go.
I cuss too much to be a youtuber 🤣 I appreciate you sharing all this info, it literally removes half the bs involved with the entire job 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾 I'm planning this for my 15 JK
You are inspiring, I purchased a 2014 JK almost 2 years ago I just installed a 4" lift and 35s tires it is a Rubicon but one day If all goes good I am going to follow in your footsteps and do a hemi swap mark my words lol Love your videos I watch all of them Keep up the good work look forward to seeing some off rouding !!!
I would recommend going with the 2.72:1 Sport/Sahara (NP241J) transfer case over the 4:1Rubicon (241OR) transfer case coupled to that 8-speed. The low gear will be too low with the 4:1 and if you're in sand or snow will be difficult to get wheel speed. I love the gearing with the 2.72:1 for off-road with V8 power and torque. I sold my Rubicon TC for $1100 and purchased a low mileage Sport TC (NP241J) for $300. If you're looking at it from a dollar perspective that will help recoup funds. I used the NP241J because I didn't want too low of gearing with over twice the power. Just a suggestion. As to your general question, LS all the way. Lighter and smaller overall engine which is more conducive to the Jeeps engine bay. The slight extra weight of the LS is low and center in the chassis vs. the Hemi which is taller and much heavier. Just my opinion. Mike
Excellent and very detailed information. My son's heavily modified JKU is already at 130k miles and if that motor goes the thought is to possible look at 5.7 conversion. Thanks for all the information and a very well done video!
Thanks for all the info I took my jeep to the local shop here that said they were going to do the swap for me gave them a lot of money upfront I live here in Northern California the mechanic shop is part of MetalCloak never been so disappointed they did a ton of work on my JKU today I talk to Todd a cheap speed shop and I’m picking it up Monday hopefully I can get all the money that I put up frontAnd I’m taking it down to Todd next week thanks for all the info
Alright so currently following your videos!! Just found out from the shop my engine is toast in my 2011 3.8 jku and going to try and follow your videos and put the 6.4 into it. So hoping for some good luck!
Just watching the video, so far very interesting. Did notice one little thing, the 545 is actually a 5 speed as well. The 45RFE was the 4 speed. Interestingly enough they 45RFE, 545RFE and 645RFE are pretty much the same transmission just with different software and torque converter. Looking forward to following the rest of it.
Very nice, if I ever go this route will definitely have a shop do it. Did enough projects to know stuff goes wrong all the time, will let most wanted deal with something this big.
The 545 transmission is a 5 speed auto used in all Chrysler 4.7 and 5.7 v8s up to about 09. The 42 rle is what came in the 07-11 JK. The diesel JKs sold overseas got the 545rfe .
Funny you should start these videos now. I have an 09 that I'm starting to do research to do a 5.7 Hemi swap in. Looking forward to the upcoming installments.
Been a subscriber for a really long time now and love that you've finally got around to doing this. I have a 2010 jku rubicon and want to do this. I was originally going to pay for it to be done or buy a new 2021 392 wrangler, but would love to put new life back in my rubi! Keep doing this stuff and really enjoy what you and your wife do. You're definitely the best Jeep youtuber in my opinion and yes the more details the better! Love you guys!!!
True....but it’s basically the same transmission with a taller OD gear. It’s not robust enough to handle the power/torque of the 6.4. Both the 45RFE and the 545RFE aren’t very good. They were adequate for the first generation 5.7 and were at the threshold for capacity with the upgraded 5.7 Hemi in 2009.
Can't wait 'till you actually turning wrenches. Done V-8 Vega, , 440 swap in 318 Satellite and stuff way back when, but this one is going to be a complete new game making everything play nice with each other through computer. Good luck, Merry Christmas and Healthy New Year.
Be watching this very closely, notifications turn on ! Todd and Jeep Speed shops RUclips channel is pretty good too ! He talks about all the different combos ( but he hasn’t post a video in a while)
AS the owner of a 5.7 and 545 combo, the only thing I would change is the trans. Definitely go the 8 speed, for those guy’s wondering is the trans a big deal.
Definitely 2nd what you said. I have a 2009 JKU with an AEV swap with 5.7 Hemi and 545RFE transmission. The power band in the engine is not until pushing 4k RPM. Trannny usually shifts before than unless the skinny is matted. Wondering if 8spd would help.
Ben, I just want to thank you for all the great content you put up especially the one ton swap. I followed your swap for guidance and i have to say that you gave me the confidence to tackle this project As of today I have completed my swap. And now your teasing me with this engine swap, damn!!! Thank you Ben
I’ve done this swap 2 times stating my 3rd. One 5.7 8hp70 and one with the 5.7 545rfe. Just started my second swap with the 5.7 8hp70. Jeep speed shop kits work awesome! If you need any info Ben hit me up.
Great video Ben! Talk all you want. I might be doing a 5.7 Hemi swap on my 2010. Really looking forward to this video series! Hope you and your fam have a Merry Christmas!
Such an awesome video man! I do enjoy the amount of information you throw into it but you definitely keep it entertaining and easy to watch. Can't wait to see the actual build process with this whole thing so I can do the same with my jeep when I get the funds!
I really enjoy all of your videos. Very informative. You have an awesome delivery of facts. Easy to listen to. Listening to your transfer case info was great. I'm going with an Atlas 4 speed on my 04 TJ. I want the super low and intermediate low for my 4.0 5 speed. 3 pedal guy😁
Hi Ben I have a Jeep Speed Shop Hemi conversion in my JKUR, wish I knew you were going to be in MA earlier this year.. I would have let you taken it for a spin.
While I love the idea of the V-8 swap I’m seriously looking at a supercharger for the stock V-6. The cost/HP gains just seems to be a bigger return on investment in time, level of effort, and money. Kudos to anyone who has the space to work on something like this and the skill set. 👍🏼😎
@@JKGearandGadgets Well that’s upsetting and disappointing to learn. It makes me wonder if the longevity can be improved by a more conservative boost or if the brand kit used is affecting the long term lifespan. 🤔
My supercharged 6 was quite annoying. It was great when you had boost. When it would hit overdrive on the Highway it would lose boost at lower rpms, loose speed, downshift get boost, up shift hit overdrive, lose boost, downshift, and repeat indefinitely. That was with 5:38s and 37s
8 speed works great but if you’re not available to an 8 speed or a Nag, 545RFE is a good transmission. Behind a Cummins it was terrible but there are really good rebuild kits for an RFE to make them stronger. RFEs are also much more rebuild-able. How ever this should be a good video series.
I wouldn’t even try to LS swap a JL or JT. LS swaps are great for older jeeps and earlier JKs. But with newer canbus systems in the JL, it’s a ton of canbus converters and data swappers.
@@JKGearandGadgets I was wondering how someone would go about converting the electronics in these newer Jeep’s to work with an LS. Looking forward to watching the Hemi series even more now. Haha Thanks for the tip!
@sneakypete187 Yeah since Ben replied I’ve done a little more digging into it. And it seems like I would have less potential issues if I kept it a Chrysler product. Happy holidays!
I had a 2011 JKUR and paid 17k to have a V8 hemi swap done , it was just the 5.7L but it worked just a gas guzzler so I sold it to someone in Michigan for 31k and bought the new JLUR and now I want to put a V8
I know this video is an older one, but damn, my wife's JK with the garbage 3.6 is beginning to give me headaches. Been tempted to LS swap it. But like the idea of keeping it brand.
When you get the hemi 8spd tcase all bolted together pull a overall length measurement to compare to both the JK and LJs stock drivetrain length, I'm looking to Hemi swap the wife's TJ and a 8spd would be sick for road use
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Hemi Swap Playlist: ruclips.net/p/PLNBgnXDC0Wj4kRsesZpKJsvYHO4A7kR9c
Can you make comment or will you recommend the big bore stearin box I’m thinking of replacing my stearin box I watch a video that a stearin bracket will do the job
So I’m not over stearin or wondering in the highway because of stearin box is lose of wore out thanks that’s all take care guys!👋
@@joseburgos7078 the big bore box is a great upgrade. But make sure everything else is good before blaming your steering box
@@joseburgos7078 PSC makes good steering gearbox, AGR is ok, I have both, I say go with PSC , less headache, AGR will wear and have play more than PSC.
ruclips.net/video/Xpzl9IQHc9s/видео.html
What gear ratio is the the 8speed
this guys really needs his own TV show, i'd watch, he's good at this.
RUclips _is_ the new “TV”. So, he does already have his own awesome show!
@@dval43 agreed! Awesome show.
100% agreed, I get the feeling like I'm hanging out with a buddy in the garage when I watch his videos.
Tv is the death of originality. Tv shows all turn into staged, scripted, directions from some group of people in an office that don't care about the content, only about money and sponsors.
Everyone on youtube that's successful needs to stay on youtube.
He does, you’re watching it
Not many people have the skills or courage to do this swap as a DIY. Much respect.
I've had my 8 speed and 5.7 for a while now just saving money for the JSS kit.
Is it enough I want something fast but not to the point that it will make me lose control if I floor it’s on the free way
You ought to mount a whiteboard on the wall of the garage.
That is a good idea.
I keep writing on pizza box lids and taping them to my walls in my garage.
@@4WDTrek white board paint!
I'm putting the 6.4 in my '12 jk.
The pentastar was scored, when I bought it. I got an aftermarket warranty for it (best decision of my life) so, it wasn't that bad on my wallet. Third time the engine got rebuilt, they finally found the scoring. The jeep is paid off and sitting in my driveway.
When life hands you a lemon, you put a hemi in it.
Looking forward to following this series. You guys definitely gave us the final push to start the LS swap in our 11' JKU.
4x4_doggo you'll love the LS in your 2011 JKU. I've got nearly 30k on mine over the past 2 years now.
Mike
@@zmotorsports62 we watched through your LS swap videos as well
The Mercedes G56 truck 6sp would work being the 6.4L.. I had one behind my Cummins.. loved it
Definitely doing this myself for my 2010 JKU Unlimited Sport. As a Soldier in the U.S. Army and being a technician, I really appreciate the amount of detail in your videos. I’ve been watching your show for a while now and you’re literally telling me exactly what to do. I believe I’ll be going the 5.7L route not unless my wife lets me do the 6.4 (hard to find cheap). Thank you very much.
V/r
Calvin
Thank you for not doing another boring, no imagination LS swap, jeeps leak enough and don't need to leak more by stuffing chevy garbage in one. I am one of the 3 pedal guys you talked about so Ill try to ignore the automatic Great vids.
I have a 2015 AEV Rubicon JKU that the previous owner installed an Eldenbrock E-Force Supercharger on the stock motor .. Has excellent power and definitely solves the lack of power problem with my JK that other JK owners complain about .. Would love to have a Hemi in my Jeep but the combination I currently have will do until I manage to win the lottery and do a 6.4 swap .. Great video and info ..
Nice man! My 5.7 grand Cherokee actually blew up so I bought it and already got a replacement motor. Gonna use the blown up motor for a possible project soonn
This is EXACTLY what I was looking for and needed, I have a 2010 wrangler 6spd as well 🤘🏽
Been researching a 5.7 Hemi swap. Thanks for the great info! I'm glad to hear I can keep my Nag1 and sport T-case!
Some people may think that was "a lot" of talking but you did a great job keeping it interesting and being very informative. Great job as always Ben, also thank you for your videos and I hope you and your family has a very Merry Christmas. 👌
He definitely has a way of talking to keep it fun!
I need to work on that myself. It is somewhat hard to kind of get used to talking like that on video!
Thanks for going over everything so well man! I’ve got a 2014 JKR and I’m looking at doing the 5.7 Hemi.. thinking it would be perfect for 2 door. Nice to hear my trans and tcase are good to go.
I cuss too much to be a youtuber 🤣
I appreciate you sharing all this info, it literally removes half the bs involved with the entire job 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾 I'm planning this for my 15 JK
You are inspiring, I purchased a 2014 JK almost 2 years ago I just installed a 4" lift and 35s tires it is a Rubicon but one day If all goes good I am going to follow in your footsteps and do a hemi swap mark my words lol Love your videos I watch all of them Keep up the good work look forward to seeing some off rouding !!!
I would recommend going with the 2.72:1 Sport/Sahara (NP241J) transfer case over the 4:1Rubicon (241OR) transfer case coupled to that 8-speed. The low gear will be too low with the 4:1 and if you're in sand or snow will be difficult to get wheel speed. I love the gearing with the 2.72:1 for off-road with V8 power and torque. I sold my Rubicon TC for $1100 and purchased a low mileage Sport TC (NP241J) for $300. If you're looking at it from a dollar perspective that will help recoup funds. I used the NP241J because I didn't want too low of gearing with over twice the power. Just a suggestion.
As to your general question, LS all the way. Lighter and smaller overall engine which is more conducive to the Jeeps engine bay. The slight extra weight of the LS is low and center in the chassis vs. the Hemi which is taller and much heavier. Just my opinion.
Mike
Wow. I’ve been wanting to 6.4 swap my jeep and don’t know what transmission to use. Thank you so much for this video. You just gained a subscriber:)
Excellent and very detailed information. My son's heavily modified JKU is already at 130k miles and if that motor goes the thought is to possible look at 5.7 conversion. Thanks for all the information and a very well done video!
I always wanted the 5.7 hemi,it just seems more street and daily driver friendly with still plenty of power
Thanks for all the info I took my jeep to the local shop here that said they were going to do the swap for me gave them a lot of money upfront I live here in Northern California the mechanic shop is part of MetalCloak never been so disappointed they did a ton of work on my JKU today I talk to Todd a cheap speed shop and I’m picking it up Monday hopefully I can get all the money that I put up frontAnd I’m taking it down to Todd next week thanks for all the info
Alright so currently following your videos!! Just found out from the shop my engine is toast in my 2011 3.8 jku and going to try and follow your videos and put the 6.4 into it. So hoping for some good luck!
Good luck man!
Amazing video. Lots of info, but your chart along with referencing back to it frequently really helped jeep it all straight. Well done!
Looking forward to this! Wanna do Hemi swap to my 14’ JK
Same here buddy
Same here. Wanting to do the upgrade in my 16’ JK
as always, great informative video. looking forward to the rest of the series. cheers!
Yea it crazy because I watch his videos/channel all the time. Great work.
I’m very excited for this swap, taking notes as I’m watching
This is perfect timing as I am considering trying to pull this off this summer on my 2007 JKUR. Looking forward to it.
Right...Im looking to do hemi swap in my 07 jkur as well. Already have the 5.7 hemi and a getrag 238 6 speed trans in garage waiting
I recommend using the 6.4 from the truck just because the intake manifold points to the passenger side to retain stock airbox/snorkel if you have one
Just watching the video, so far very interesting. Did notice one little thing, the 545 is actually a 5 speed as well. The 45RFE was the 4 speed. Interestingly enough they 45RFE, 545RFE and 645RFE are pretty much the same transmission just with different software and torque converter. Looking forward to following the rest of it.
I've seen a lot of Jeep swaps but the best one yet was a 5.7 Cummins turbo diesel
Very nice, if I ever go this route will definitely have a shop do it. Did enough projects to know stuff goes wrong all the time, will let most wanted deal with something this big.
The 545 transmission is a 5 speed auto used in all Chrysler 4.7 and 5.7 v8s up to about 09. The 42 rle is what came in the 07-11 JK. The diesel JKs sold overseas got the 545rfe .
Yeah I misspoke about it being a 4 speed. But wasn’t saying that it was ever in a Jk. That’s the trans that was used for these swaps
Great series. I have an 08 JKU with the 6 speed. Going to take good notes as I want to do the same thing. Thanks Ben - Looking forward to this ride...
Funny you should start these videos now. I have an 09 that I'm starting to do research to do a 5.7 Hemi swap in. Looking forward to the upcoming installments.
Don’t be so concerned talking. This is my next build. We need the detail. Awesome stuff!
Always enjoy the video series on your channel. Leaning towards the 6.4 so we'll see how it goes for you.
Looking forward to this series...if it is half as good as your 1-ton swap series, it will be awesome!! Always love the content in your videos!!
Been a subscriber for a really long time now and love that you've finally got around to doing this. I have a 2010 jku rubicon and want to do this. I was originally going to pay for it to be done or buy a new 2021 392 wrangler, but would love to put new life back in my rubi! Keep doing this stuff and really enjoy what you and your wife do. You're definitely the best Jeep youtuber in my opinion and yes the more details the better! Love you guys!!!
Hey Ben the 545RFE is actually a 5 speed transmission...Hence "5"45RFE..Merry Christmas.....
True....but it’s basically the same transmission with a taller OD gear. It’s not robust enough to handle the power/torque of the 6.4. Both the 45RFE and the 545RFE aren’t very good. They were adequate for the first generation 5.7 and were at the threshold for capacity with the upgraded 5.7 Hemi in 2009.
Didn't say the 545RFE was a good trans,just said it was a 5 speed not a 4 speed.......
I'm so excited to see this series! I have a 16 JKUR and a yj-cj7 Frankenstein stroker
100k comin in hot. Congrats Guys
Can't wait 'till you actually turning wrenches. Done V-8 Vega, , 440 swap in 318 Satellite and stuff way back when, but this one is going to be a complete new game making everything play nice with each other through computer.
Good luck, Merry Christmas and Healthy New Year.
It’s not hard the kit from JSS comes with a new fully programmed computer for the engine and a new separate computer for the transmission.
Will def be watching this for ideas. Plan on swapping a HEMI into my Rubi this summer
Be watching this very closely, notifications turn on ! Todd and Jeep Speed shops RUclips channel is pretty good too ! He talks about all the different combos ( but he hasn’t post a video in a while)
Watched just about every video on this channel and love it. Love your jeeps can't wait to get my own
awesome finally an 8speed 392 hemi swap diy
You made me buy a HEMI Ben! V8 JK here we come,
This is insanity. And I love it. Wish I had a 8 speed in my JK. Can’t wait for more
AS the owner of a 5.7 and 545 combo, the only thing I would change is the trans. Definitely go the 8 speed, for those guy’s wondering is the trans a big deal.
Definitely 2nd what you said. I have a 2009 JKU with an AEV swap with 5.7 Hemi and 545RFE transmission. The power band in the engine is not until pushing 4k RPM. Trannny usually shifts before than unless the skinny is matted. Wondering if 8spd would help.
Ben, I just want to thank you for all the great content you put up especially the one ton swap.
I followed your swap for guidance and i have to say that you gave me the confidence to tackle this project
As of today I have completed my swap.
And now your teasing me with this engine swap, damn!!!
Thank you Ben
Can't wait for the new episodes on this swap!
I’ve done this swap 2 times stating my 3rd. One 5.7 8hp70 and one with the 5.7 545rfe. Just started my second swap with the 5.7 8hp70.
Jeep speed shop kits work awesome!
If you need any info Ben hit me up.
Scale of 1-10 how hard is it. I’m looking at the 5.7 or 6.4.
Definitely the route you are going! Good stuff!
Ben's about to break 100k!!
Hope so! Its been a long ride lol
Can’t wait to see how it goes. I’ve been wanting to install a 5.7 in my 2017 wrangler sport
Great video Ben! Talk all you want. I might be doing a 5.7 Hemi swap on my 2010. Really looking forward to this video series! Hope you and your fam have a Merry Christmas!
Man, you need to do this series with the JT next. This info is worth its weight in gold, but not for my application 😂
Love the videos!!!!!
Amazing that you always do the videos that aren’t out there love all the knowledge and work you put into the videos!!
Great video Ben, lots of good information. Me, I'm saving up for the 392 svt swap for my Gladiator, I think it will be butt loads more fun.
Can’t wait to see how this video series goes!!! Merry Christmas Ben and family!
Such an awesome video man!
I do enjoy the amount of information you throw into it but you definitely keep it entertaining and easy to watch.
Can't wait to see the actual build process with this whole thing so I can do the same with my jeep when I get the funds!
Awesome video Ben very detailed info and most of my questions I had you hit on thanks ... best dyi video I’ve seen yet on here ! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I really enjoy all of your videos. Very informative. You have an awesome delivery of facts. Easy to listen to. Listening to your transfer case info was great. I'm going with an Atlas 4 speed on my 04 TJ. I want the super low and intermediate low for my 4.0 5 speed. 3 pedal guy😁
On my wk2 with the 8hp70 trans it starts you out in 2nd gear when in low range and it’s a pretty decent crawl at idle with the 5.7.
HERE WE GO!
HELL YEA!!! I was waiting for this series to start.
Do a video on death wobble and how to diagnose and fix it for some of us do it yourselfers. Please 😁
Just imagine a 500hp wrangler with 3 pedals 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻
Been waiting for this series!!!
Great information. Looking forward to future videos from this series.
Keep up the great work Ben. You and Casey have some great videos.
Hi Ben I have a Jeep Speed Shop Hemi conversion in my JKUR, wish I knew you were going to be in MA earlier this year.. I would have let you taken it for a spin.
While I love the idea of the V-8 swap I’m seriously looking at a supercharger for the stock V-6. The cost/HP gains just seems to be a bigger return on investment in time, level of effort, and money. Kudos to anyone who has the space to work on something like this and the skill set. 👍🏼😎
Superchargers are great, however they aren’t a long term solution. The v6 isn’t known to hold up to boost for a very long time.
@@JKGearandGadgets I don’t much on this subject and I believe that you do so I’ll ask questions like, can you quantify what you mean by “long term?” 🤔
Most people I know with super chargers never made it past 30-50k miles with it installed.
@@JKGearandGadgets Well that’s upsetting and disappointing to learn. It makes me wonder if the longevity can be improved by a more conservative boost or if the brand kit used is affecting the long term lifespan. 🤔
My supercharged 6 was quite annoying. It was great when you had boost. When it would hit overdrive on the Highway it would lose boost at lower rpms, loose speed, downshift get boost, up shift hit overdrive, lose boost, downshift, and repeat indefinitely. That was with 5:38s and 37s
But... whose engine goes in first???
Happy wife happy life haha 😄
With the reputation of the pentastar put the hemi in the jt since you didn't have to pay retail price for it you can always LS swap the jk cheap!
8 speed works great but if you’re not available to an 8 speed or a Nag, 545RFE is a good transmission. Behind a Cummins it was terrible but there are really good rebuild kits for an RFE to make them stronger. RFEs are also much more rebuild-able. How ever this should be a good video series.
Thanks for the info greetings from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷
Can’t wait to see how this turns out! I’m trying to decide between an LS or Hemi swap for my 2020 Gladiator.
I wouldn’t even try to LS swap a JL or JT. LS swaps are great for older jeeps and earlier JKs. But with newer canbus systems in the JL, it’s a ton of canbus converters and data swappers.
@@JKGearandGadgets I was wondering how someone would go about converting the electronics in these newer Jeep’s to work with an LS. Looking forward to watching the Hemi series even more now. Haha Thanks for the tip!
@sneakypete187 Yeah since Ben replied I’ve done a little more digging into it. And it seems like I would have less potential issues if I kept it a Chrysler product. Happy holidays!
lots of great infomation......merry christmas to you and family....
I had a 2011 JKUR and paid 17k to have a V8 hemi swap done , it was just the 5.7L but it worked just a gas guzzler so I sold it to someone in Michigan for 31k and bought the new JLUR and now I want to put a V8
Could you go more into depth into why the manual is a bad option?
Great video thanks for the info. Definitely 6.4
I know this video is an older one, but damn, my wife's JK with the garbage 3.6 is beginning to give me headaches. Been tempted to LS swap it. But like the idea of keeping it brand.
This video just boosted my confidence lol
Love all ur videos awsome work wish I had smart friends like you
I love the fact Ben is doing this wearing camo Crocs..
With black socks as well. Like he’s my grandfather Lol
So glad you made this video!
100% love the video it was amazing ben and cassy
When you get the hemi 8spd tcase all bolted together pull a overall length measurement to compare to both the JK and LJs stock drivetrain length, I'm looking to Hemi swap the wife's TJ and a 8spd would be sick for road use
Great video!!!! I wish I knew all this info a year ago !!!!
Subbed i will be doing this on my 13 Sahara JKU so thanks in advance for putting this together
Don’t own a jeep, but damn I enjoy the videos!!👏🏼👊🏼
Lol buy a 2014 JKU Sport and do a 6.4 hemi swap with an 8 speed tran so I can follow along! 😂
Love your content!!! 👍
Im locked in cant wait
Hi Ben, What about using a Durango 6.4 with 8 speed auto as a donor vehicle?
So interested you got my attention now! I just subscribed!!
Awesome content guys, keep it up 👍