5.3 swap

[sm465np205]

New member here figured I'd share my Jeep I just got done installing an lm7 in

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[sm465np205]

4.0 coming out

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Engine getting prepped for install

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Novak headers, Novak slave retrofit, Novak ax15 to Chevy bell adapter, Novak motor mounts

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Initial install and wiring nightmare, Novak radiator

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Exhaust system getting built and a couple mufflers I can quickly interchange with the whole system using v bands

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[sm465np205]

Wiring all wrapped up and Dakota digital vss interface to convert the Chrysler speed signal to 128k ppm LS compatible

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[indian]

good luck with the swap. this engine will make you many smiles while driving :thumbup:

 

[clydefrog]

Lookin' good!

 

[TRCM]

What did you do to get the engine so low....most swaps I see have to cut the hood

 

[indian]

What did you do to get the engine so low....most swaps I see have to cut the hood

you have to use LS1 style intake, truck intake is too tall

sm465np205 - I want to see the first ride video with the manual trans :wierd:

 

[TRCM]

manual trans & stock axles.......

 

[sm465np205]

Yeah I'll have to rig the GoPro up on it. Been driving it now for a couple weeks. The thing is an absolute rocket ship and it's not even tuned yet. 4.10s and 35s. Could not be happier that I was able to keep my trans

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[sm465np205]

To stay under the hood you need a car intake as mentioned and the Corvette accessory drive. The F body drive puts the alternator in interference with the steering gear. I bought the Vette water pump new, used Pontiac G8 balancer (same belt spacing as a Vette), and a Holley alternator/power steering bracket which is a copy of the factory bracket. What's cool is the Vette drive takes a type 2 power steering pump, not a Saginaw like the truck drive. I was able to slightly modify the WJ v8 pump I had on the 4.0 and use it on this bracket. Currently has a 105 amp alternator but the optional 140 amp unit bolts right up

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[Vintage Smoke]

Subscribed! Nice work. Ill be starting a similar swap soon. I have a pristine rust free 2000 2 door, complete 2002 Tahoe donating the engine, SM465, 203/205 doubler, and a D70/D60 combo to swap in. You have already given me some insight to figure out some of the challenges.

 

[sm465np205]

Couple pics of the shit box itself. Home made bumpers, full unibody stiffeners, 100% new custom floor pans, Dakota bastard pack rear, front stock coil ACOS, iron man short arms, Durango box ZJ tie rod, 231 SYE with a Novak cable shifter, ARB on board air, crappy 27 spline 8.25 with a limited slip and open hp30. Fun little mild built Jeep

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[Boostwerks.com]

This thing is sick biscuits. Good job dude.

 

[TRCM]

I'm about fed up with the trans in mine.....if it needs much more money to fix (rebuild 2 yrs & 9k miles ago, and now it's doing the same thing again, plus the torque converter appears to have crapped out).I['ll be going to a V8 as well.

Already located a LS 6.0, 4L80E, and NP231 with all wiring & computers to use as a donor

 

[Vintage Smoke]

I'm about fed up with the trans in mine.....if it needs much more money to fix (rebuild 2 yrs & 9k miles ago, and now it's doing the same thing again, plus the torque converter appears to have crapped out).I['ll be going to a V8 as well.

Already located a LS 6.0, 4L80E, and NP231 with all wiring & computers to use as a donor

I dont think the NP231 ever came behind the 6.0/4l80E unless someone converted it. In that case you may want to consider an upgrade to a stronger case. At the very least beefing up the 231.

 

[indian]

I dont think the NP231 ever came behind the 6.0/4l80E unless someone converted it. In that case you may want to consider an upgrade to a stronger case. At the very least beefing up the 231.

the GM transfer cases use 6 bolt pattern but it is not the same pattern like Jeep TC. You just need a adapter and other input shaft to match the Jeep TC to GM trans. I and some guys from here use the NP231J behind 4L60E without problems.

I would suggest beefing the NP231 (6 planetery gears, thicker chain) or use the GM NP231C (has already thicker chainh..) or NV241 TC.

I switched the input shaft from NV246 (originaly behind 4L60) and the planetary set