2002 Yukon, 140k miles, Fixing up over time
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I haven't done the hard lines yet. I have the tools and the new lines, but its too damn cold and I don't want to be without the truck when snow hits.
How long did it take you and were there any guides or tricks you used?
The only tools that you'll need that you may or may not have are line wrenches. I got mine at harbor freight. They are designed for brake and fuel lines a regular wrench could cause them to round off. I didin't use any guides or anything. I looked online but couldn't find anything. You have to drop the gas tank. And only remove 1 line at a time from the ABS block it's located right next to the fuel filter. Are you going to purchase a pre-bent kit or are you going to bend up your own lines?
I'm bending my own. I have a spool of line waiting on a shelf.
Since the gas tank has to come out I'll slap in an upgraded fuel pump to better support my future turbo.
Big Update, Two Things!
Yes a big update. Two major things. (read to the end)
First, I needed a decent workbench in the garage so I build the first of two. 4ftx2ft and 32 inches high with a backboard to hold tools. This is my first wood working experience.
Side view:
In place:
Soooo what should I test the stength of the bench with. 200+lbs should do. What about this?!
Oh gosh, whats that?!
4l80e baby!
Its pre-1997 2WD 4l80e GM Goodwrench reman with approx 20k miles, 30k miles in the very worst case. I got it from a cool dude named Jay 2 hrs north of me, north of Baltimore. He had some serious toys and got this trans with a 454. All he wanted was the engine since the trans was too big for his hotrod truck. He was out $400 on the deal with a friend and thats all he asked of me. How cool. He even left the original fluid in for me to verify its health with. Even if everything is toast I'm OK with a full rebuild since I need to tear it apart to replace the output shaft with a 4x4 one.
Jay if you read this thanks so much for making my XMAS!
I also need to find a new torque converter since I think the one that came with the 454 stalls too low of RPM for my 5.3. No biggie I have all winter
Now I need to identify exactly the year for potential rebuild kits. I see the coolant lines are next to eachother which means pre-1997. Tons of pics now. If anyone has any input let me know.
This has to be 60lbs:
Other side:
Pump:
Casting:
Reman Sticker, at least reman by a know company :
Serial:
Housing:
Casting #s:
More casting #s:
Yes a big update. Two major things. (read to the end)
First, I needed a decent workbench in the garage so I build the first of two. 4ftx2ft and 32 inches high with a backboard to hold tools. This is my first wood working experience.
Side view:
In place:
Soooo what should I test the stength of the bench with. 200+lbs should do. What about this?!
Oh gosh, whats that?!
4l80e baby!
Its pre-1997 2WD 4l80e GM Goodwrench reman with approx 20k miles, 30k miles in the very worst case. I got it from a cool dude named Jay 2 hrs north of me, north of Baltimore. He had some serious toys and got this trans with a 454. All he wanted was the engine since the trans was too big for his hotrod truck. He was out $400 on the deal with a friend and thats all he asked of me. How cool. He even left the original fluid in for me to verify its health with. Even if everything is toast I'm OK with a full rebuild since I need to tear it apart to replace the output shaft with a 4x4 one.
Jay if you read this thanks so much for making my XMAS!
I also need to find a new torque converter since I think the one that came with the 454 stalls too low of RPM for my 5.3. No biggie I have all winter
Now I need to identify exactly the year for potential rebuild kits. I see the coolant lines are next to eachother which means pre-1997. Tons of pics now. If anyone has any input let me know.
This has to be 60lbs:
Other side:
Pump:
Casting:
Reman Sticker, at least reman by a know company
:Serial:
Housing:
Casting #s:
More casting #s:
Thanks
I have 6mo to get this conversion done including:
- rebuild trans
- 4x4 trans conversion
- sort out front and rear drive shafts since this trans is longer
- find a cheap but decent torque converter. GM has one "B82" thats a high stall for the 4l80e that is paired with their 6 cyl 4.3. Should stall about 2200RPM behind my 5.3
- replace transfer case input shaft
- replace radiator and trans cooler for extra reliability
- replace brake lines
- replace fuel pump since I have to drop the gas tank to get to the rear lines
02yukxl
Member
Subscribed! Awesome build!
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Thanks! This is and will always be a long term plan.
I've started cleaning things up. Brake cleaner and wire brush later...
I still have more wire brushing to go then painting.
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Oh, trans is a 1993 model I think. Hence some dirt caked on ;-)
bansil
Member
What are plans for truck?drag racing?
I see turbo in future (me also) but why 2200 stall?
Have you ever driven a rig with a stall convertor?2200 rpm in our heavy jazz trucks will probably run closer to 2500/2800 it will be slipping and creating heat below its stall
I am at about 1500rpms at 58mph w/3.73 gears
Just a curiosity question...and that turbo will dictate stall speed big time
Great build and am following
I see turbo in future (me also) but why 2200 stall?
Have you ever driven a rig with a stall convertor?2200 rpm in our heavy jazz trucks will probably run closer to 2500/2800 it will be slipping and creating heat below its stall
I am at about 1500rpms at 58mph w/3.73 gears
Just a curiosity question...and that turbo will dictate stall speed big time
Great build and am following
Our stock flash stall is at about 2000 rpm I think. I'm not doing a large turbo so I'll be getting peak torque early on. I figure a 2500 rpm stall would match peak torque. Yeah more heat is created but from what I read our torque converters lock up at cruise past 45mph, so no hear issues with slipping. I'd be more worried if I had a high 3.5k ish rpm stall.
4l80e comes with 2 torque converters. 1800rpm ish and 2200 rof models b81 and b82 respectively. I can only find dodgy rebuilds with bad reviews for the b82.
Soooo for $400 I found this promising converter with a perfect stall. Low enough to allow for towing.
http://www.edgeracingconverters.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=12_18&products_id=36
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Oh and my plan is capable towing with a bit more get up and go. Man this thing is a dog now.
Storm chasing and running away speed too with a reliable trans.Whats your plan?
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bansil
Member
Haha I forgot about the whole tc lock up and such, I went back in time to 3spd autos 
Haha I forgot about the whole tc lock up and such, I went back in time to 3spd autos
3
speed?!
I'd call you old man, but I'm not that young either. You had me questioning myself for a few minutes!
Are you doing a trans swap or just seeing how long your stock 4l60e will last with a turbo?
bansil
Member
3
speed?!
You had me questioning myself for a few minutes!
Are you doing a trans swap or just seeing how long your stock 4l60e will last with a turbo?
have been dealing with Isuzus for 15 years and now they all have 5spds due to the awesome 4l30e (may of worked for the chevette and mercedes...not a 4500 pound truck)
this is a toy, so next year will be a lift kit (no cranking I love the ride and 35's) then a turbo...then a trans...who knows?
I will kill a trans just so I can take it apart and see what failed
right now I am working on my bus and the tahoe is the "stupid" shit I couldnt do when I was "younger"....I will see how loud that old band pass box is today
the turbo setup will be similar to this:
http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_1_5/1372042_PROJECT__Joe_Dirt_Turbo_Monte_Carlo_SS__or_I_just_bought_a_new_project_car___VID_UPDATE_31_October_.html
nice and simple
have been dealing with Isuzus for 15 years and now they all have 5spds due to the awesome 4l30e (may of worked for the chevette and mercedes...not a 4500 pound truck)
this is a toy, so next year will be a lift kit (no cranking I love the ride and 35's) then a turbo...then a trans...who knows?
I will kill a trans just so I can take it apart and see what failed
right now I am working on my bus and the tahoe is the "stupid" shit I couldnt do when I was "younger"....I will see how loud that old band pass box is today
the turbo setup will be similar to this:
http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_1_5/1372042_PROJECT__Joe_Dirt_Turbo_Monte_Carlo_SS__or_I_just_bought_a_new_project_car___VID_UPDATE_31_October_.html
nice and simple
I just read your Monte Carlo thread. You are no joke! I'll have to pick your brain in the future. Wow, very impressive stuff....
bansil
Member
thats not my thread, it's the one I will be copying
thats not my thread, it's the one I will be copying
Ahhhhhh OK! Sorry, Friday and reading comprehension don't mix.
