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  1. DaveO9

    Build thread - LMG 5.3 to L96 6.0 swap

    I'm thinking about exhaust options. I'm good to go behind the 3rd cat: 3" magnaflow muffler and resonator delete. But I'm worried the 3-cat y-pipe will be too restrictive for the 6.0. I thought about a new y-pipe designed for a yukon denali/escalade with 6.2, but around $1k price from what...
  2. DaveO9

    GMT900 Engine removal options

    Thanks for opinions and info, everyone. I agree that some of these choices are personal preference. Removing things like fender liners may be easier for some, and not for others. I've removed both sides multiple times for various things, and having done so, I can do it more quickly now...
  3. DaveO9

    Any Experiences with The LuK TorCon TC0017 Torque Converter?

    Luk TC0017 came yesterday, all is well. I can attest to the PartsGeek option as being legit. It was the cheapest option I found, with shipping it was better than Amazon and RA (even with RA discount).
  4. DaveO9

    Build thread - LMG 5.3 to L96 6.0 swap

    Posting links to my related threads to have them all in one place: L96 Swap Initial Questions GMT900 Engine removal options Any Experiences with The LuK TorCon TC0017 Torque Converter? (not mine, but I'm using a Luk and I asked some questions here)
  5. DaveO9

    Build thread - LMG 5.3 to L96 6.0 swap

    Thanks! Yeah, pretty much - I'm required to replace the water pump and thermostat for warranty coverage, but I think I can handle those. Oh and you're required to take the pan off and re-seal, so I guess I should do that. It will give me a chance to inspect bottom end.
  6. DaveO9

    Build thread - LMG 5.3 to L96 6.0 swap

    I called Jasper yesterday and gave them that number - they told me the purchase date was July 2022! Didn’t have the truck mileage at time of purchase but based on average miles per year, engine should have less than 70k. Might change my calculus in parts to replace now. Thoughts on oil pump...
  7. DaveO9

    Build thread - LMG 5.3 to L96 6.0 swap

    Found another sticker today - looks like I ended up with a Jasper. Tomorrow I will try and call them to see if I they will look up that serial number - at least to get date of purchase and hopefully mileage on the truck at that time.
  8. DaveO9

    Build thread - LMG 5.3 to L96 6.0 swap

    Thanks for the tip/reminder - yes, definitely need to replace that. Cheap insurance. Ordering a billet aluminum one. Yeah, that's what the sticker is, I'm not sure what it's all about. I googled it, didn't really find much.
  9. DaveO9

    Build thread - LMG 5.3 to L96 6.0 swap

    I'm not a huge user of AI, but I have started to play around with it both for work and personal. At home, I've started using Claude, seems like one of the better ones as far as privacy goes. I asked it some questions about my swap, mostly just to see what it would do. After some back and...
  10. DaveO9

    Build thread - LMG 5.3 to L96 6.0 swap

    Here's what I've ordered from RockAuto so far. I'm also going to do cam and crank sensor, just haven't ordered yet. Let me know if you see anything I'm missing. For warranty on engine, I'm required to replace water pump and thermostat, everything else is just for piece of mind.
  11. DaveO9

    Build thread - LMG 5.3 to L96 6.0 swap

    Say hello to my new engine - L96 6.0 from a 2014 2500 Silverado. Bought it from B&R Auto Wrecking, Portland, OR yard. The truck had 197k on it, but engine has a 6 month warranty and compression values 190-200 psi in all cylinders. Plus I'm wondering if it's a crate replacement, see later in...
  12. DaveO9

    G80 go BOOM

    I’ve often wondered if you could do that. Use some random VIN like from a sale listing? Or a buddy’s rig that matches? Theres more to my axle swap story. The first front diff I bought from LKQ had a bearing howl that I didn’t notice (or thought it was something else) until it was past the...
  13. DaveO9

    G80 go BOOM

    on my '13 Tahoe I did the 14 bolt route and also used LKQ to source it. Also changed axle ratios at the same time - 3.08 to 3.42. (Front diff also sourced from LKQ). Happy with the results and would do it again. The only thing I will point out is LKQ requires a VIN when buying parts such as...
  14. DaveO9

    GMT900 Engine removal options

    Cool thanks. I did read that removing intake helped with this. but you also have heads removed - could you have gotten to those bolts with heads installed? I should be able to remove the heads on the 5.3 I'm taking out, but I'm buying a salvage yard engine and warranty is voided if I remove...
  15. DaveO9

    GMT900 Engine removal options

    LOL, yes, not having the "right equipment" is definitely an understatement! Nice, looks like you have an A-frame hoist? I'm just using a cherry picker so not quite the height. How hard is it to get to the upper bell housing bolts when separating engine from trans?
  16. DaveO9

    GMT900 Engine removal options

    I recently saw a thread like this, but it was for 2015-2020 so I'm starting my own. Starting to plan engine removal for 6.0 swap on my 2013 4wd Tahoe LT. What's the preferred method for 900s - up and over core support, or remove core support and pull it forward? I was always thinking up and...
  17. DaveO9

    Any Experiences with The LuK TorCon TC0017 Torque Converter?

    Yeah I guess it is, thanks for pointing it out. When I was typing out the post and pasted in the link it was just the gibberish long hyperlink, so I didn't see that text before I posted. I am still a little nervous just because I've never ordered from them before and haven't heard much, but I...
  18. DaveO9

    Any Experiences with The LuK TorCon TC0017 Torque Converter?

    I am shopping for my L96 6.0 engine swap and I will do torque converter at the same time. (for obvious reasons) After reading this thread and several others here, I'm convinced the Luk is the way to go. Now where to buy? A google search brings up a number of options, this being the first...
  19. DaveO9

    I want some rumble... I think...

    I just recently swapped out the stock muffler on my 2013 for a large Magnaflow and did a resonator delete. It adds just a touch of rumble. Maybe not quite enough, but I was concerned about drone - I'd take too quiet any day over drone. I took the Tahoe up skiing last Friday (4 hours of...
  20. DaveO9

    Considering bare long block 6.0 LY6 for swap

    yeah, a couple. L96 swap desired to get a displacement increase AND fully eliminate AFM. with a 2010 6.2, I'd have to do lifter, cam, valley cover, etc swap, correct? I'm looking for the simplest swap possible to meet my goals: increased torque for towing, cast iron block, 87 octane fuel...
  21. DaveO9

    Considering bare long block 6.0 LY6 for swap

    Thanks for the comments guys. False alarm on this one - I messaged the seller and asked what it came from. Answer: 2010 Denali. So it’s an aluminum 6.2 , not a 6.0. I’ll keep looking for a fully dressed l96.
  22. DaveO9

    Considering bare long block 6.0 LY6 for swap

    I just saw this LY6 for sale on FB marketplace. Is this a good candidate to swap out my 5.3 LMG in my 2013 Tahoe? I’d like to keep flex fuel capabilities, but it’s not a requirement - I never see e85 in my area. Would I have to use a l96 cam to do that, or are l96 and LY6 the same? Is...
  23. DaveO9

    To level on not to level?

    LOL, yep it’s stock. But everything is new up front: control arms/bushings, strut/spring assemblies, sway bar bushings and end links, tie rods, hub assemblies. You just have to be ok with the rake.
  24. DaveO9

    To level on not to level?

    Definitely. Also want get some that have proper 7/8 (22mm) hex. I’ve seen some that are smaller. Nope. Haven’t heard any yet. Turned in and out of some tight parking spaces at lunch today - no issues.
  25. DaveO9

    To level on not to level?

    Got the new wheels on last night. Did front sway bar bushings at the same time - been meaning to do that for a while. But NO leveling kit. 1 3/4” difference from top of tire to bottom edge of fender difference between front and rear. I can live with that. Some day would like to upgrade to...

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