How to Do 4L80e Swap in Sierra or Silverado Part 2 (Install)
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- How to Do 4L80e Swap in Sierra or Silverado Part 2 (Install)
Parts Used
Torque Converter amzn.to/30POtge
Glens Auto Performance www.glennsautoperformance.com/
Transmission Fluid amzn.to/3Cyc9m8
Dipstick Tube Seal amzn.to/3cCu1S9
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Slip Yoke amzn.to/3oI7J7i
HP Tuners amzn.to/3DEa5dK
Tools Used
AN Wrenches amzn.to/3qYykzJ
Wheel Chocks amzn.to/3kyvG0u
Torque Wrench amzn.to/3dHIwoO
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Transmission Jack amzn.to/3zoL4Au
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Screw Jack amzn.to/3138TC5
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Other Parts Used on the Truck
SUSPENSION PARTS
Entire Kit McGaughys ebay.to/3j7Taq1
McGaughys Helper Bags amzn.to/2p0itDl
Shock Kit Belltech amzn.to/2YKLnrH
Shock Relocation Brackets amzn.to/31DkqTz
Upper A arms amzn.to/2YK7sqe
Lower Ball Joints amzn.to/2H5MRC0
Bump Stops amzn.to/2C0g3Y0
*Individual Lowering Parts (If doing Separate)
Spindles amzn.to/2YLOqzT
Springs amzn.to/31I774C
Flip Kit amzn.to/31FDIYw
Shackles amzn.to/31EmOcJ
C Notch amzn.to/31GJM3e
EXTERIOR PARTS
Parts Used
SS Mirrors amzn.to/2MNArki
Front Bumper amzn.to/31sseaB
Grille amzn.to/33EJIlu
Headlights/Sidemarkers amzn.to/2oRuSsV
Painted Bumper Top amzn.to/2Ml91Db
Lower Front Valance amzn.to/2BizHhB
Rear Bumper amzn.to/35J9qXG
Taillights amzn.to/35J9IOg
High Mount Light(3rd Brake Light) amzn.to/35JmWL6
Door Handles amzn.to/31oNIVJ
Tailgate Handle Relocation ebay.to/35HXAx7
Fog Lights amzn.to/36oTutZ
WHEELS AND TIRES
Wheels Used - ebay.to/2QqYGHP
Tires Size Used - 245/45-20
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INTERIOR PARTS
Radio Kit amzn.to/31ZtEtm
Interior LED amzn.to/32mNU8d
Steering wheel options ebay.to/2XrqTBQ
Console ebay.to/2CJPfii
Seats ebay.us/eZjZWV
GO FAST and Other Parts Used
Rear End ebay.to/3hOKcxh
Rear End Cover amzn.to/2AZwIOr
PLX Wideband amzn.to/3aKxIWa
Airaid Intake Tube amzn.to/37IJHjS
Green Filter amzn.to/3oDMCl0
Plug Wires amzn.to/2JTUq37
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Electric Fans ebay.to/2JPHECR
Headers and Ypipe amzn.to/34NhY0S
Header Gaskets amzn.to/3lbUsjn
Spark Plugs amzn.to/2V0txMY
Alternator amzn.to/3q40FSc
Thermostat amzn.to/369fATr
Electric Fan Harness ebay.to/3fB54Hp
Cam Matt@gptuning
Tonight we continue the 4l80e swap in the gmc sierra. I have had issues with the 4l60e ever since I did the v8 swap. I should have know it would cause problems. In this video I show you how to remove the old 4l60e transmission in preparation for the 4l80e replacement. The 4l80e in stock form is way stronger and should do well in this truck. This process will work in other vehicles like silverado and tahoe. I will be should you how to do the 4l80e swap and the parts and tools you need to do it. I am going to be breaking it up into multiple videos to make it easier on me as I am still gathering parts. Hit the Comments and let me know what you think.......
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I just did my swap based on parts you listed an everything worked first try no hiccups no drama no modifications were needed thank you for a great detailed series of videos came in clutch👍🏽 got it all done in about 8hrs
Awesome
Did you reprogram transmission ?
@johnnyappleseed4112 yes
@@TWAMotorsportshow’d you reprogram it ?
Hp tuners
Travis, I absolutely love these longer videos!! So much knowledge that one day I’ll be putting to use! Thank you 😎
Thank you. Its a long process
Always appreciate ur level of detail on these videos
Thank you. Wish it would have been finished
Man your videos are always dope I literally watched your how to lower your truck video and did the whole job my self! Keep up the great work saving alot of ppl money here!
Thank you. Glad I can help others.
You've just had a heck of a time with these last couple of transmissions. Keep pushing. Love the content!
Thanks Brandon. It has been a good way to test my patience lol
Awesome video, I truly learn so much from these! Thanks
Thank you. Hopefully we can get it going
these videos are so great man, you touched on so much information that I was curious about while researching the swap for my pickup. thanks for documenting everything
Hopefully it helps
Great video Travis. Sorry that you are having issues with it. I know that you will get it right. Don’t get frustrated, just keep on keeping on. Lol
Thank you Larry. Hopefully I can line it out eventually
Thanks for the video! I am doing this exact same swap with a 1997 4L80 (out of an express Van) into my Squarebody. You ain't kidding these things are not light!
Hopefully it helps. They are crazy heavy
Getting the parts together for my swap right now. Definitely anxious to see if my $400 fb marketplace trans is good lol. Like you said, never know until you try to drive it. Fluid looks great, time will tell.
Good luck
Great video, been thinking about doing it on my suburban.
It has been good
You work so hard! 🥰😍
And still find time to risk my life hanging Christmas lights
@@TWAMotorsports It only took me 15 years to convince you...lol
I’m gonna send my truck to you to lower it lol the stance on that I love great video
Thank you. Bring it down. I will put in my pile of things to do.
Thanks brother for information
Hopefully it helps others.
Thanks for sharing!!
Thank you
Great video, seems like your luck is about like mine!! ✌
Thank you. Here lately it hasn't been great.
Hey Travis, Just back to watching your videos, I'd like to put a 4L80e in my big block 66 short bed.
What do you think the waffle grid just right of the dipstick tube on the trans is for? you should be inducted into the car guy hall of fame. :)
I'm not sure if that is for case strength or what.
Good Monday evening Travis.. I'm just getting home from work and having dinner with my wife and going to tune in for the 4l80 install... Ohhhh yeah 👍...
Thank you Keith. Have an awesome evening
@@TWAMotorsports great video last night.. nice job.. your poor red ta ta is dusty...
Lol. It is dusty
@@TWAMotorsports good Wednesday afternoon Travis.. have a great Thanksgiving and be safe out there..
Thank you Keith. You as well
On the 4L80E conversation that I'm doing on my 2004 Suburban 4wd. I found out that the ear on the passenger side of the transmission needs to have roughly 1" to 1 1/8" trimmed off of it for header clearance. If I could, I would send you a picture.
I have trimmed them in the past
Was up man, awesome video !
I just swapped a 6.0 lq9 with a 4l80 onto my 03 silverado. Just having one problem, which is the drive shaft problem. My OEM 4l60 one blew so now I need a whole new one. By any chance you know the measurements boss? If you do, let me know asap !
I don't actually. Driveshaft shop shop know stock length though
Great video...
Curious what aftermarket brand headlight / signal you use. ?
I think they are linked in the video description
Do you have a link to the trans dip stick you used? Bought one for my 4l80 and it sits kinda short behind the block, scared it might be giving me wrong readings as well
Yes. Its in the video descriptions
What is the best source for a used 4l80E
Nice content!......is that 3 inch y pipe? Also did you use a 2500 or express harness and PCM?
Thank you. No but more on new wiring configuration in the next video
I want to do this swap but I’m not sure what years 4l80 to use I know the 2002 up have correct torque converter space but I’ve heard all 4l80’s have the same wiring and plugs from around 97 and up
Any work. Some require more parts
Man Travis i saw the new transmission cross bar and I order one. And it seems to be the same as your. And mine does not fit. Mine its a 99new body style truck. Which it should fit. But idk.
Yeah thats odd
What was your donor trans out of, and where did you get the tuning notes from PCM of NC? Also, I missed the part number/link for the dip stick tube
Donor transmission was from expreas van. Tuner did segment swap.
I'm interested in the brand and part number of the transmission cooler?..I like it, going to do mine...thx
Link in video description
What flexplate did he use? Maybe in another video I’m not seeing? Having an issue with my tc hitting the 4l80e flexplate with the spacer that comes in the kit.
Stock flexplate. Converter was made for stock one.
I have a 06 chevy silverado 1500 will all the parts listed work the same like the wire harness
Yes
What flexplate do i need if im doing a 6.2 Ls3/4L80e swap in my 96 chevy Silverado?It has the factory 5.7L vortec 4L60e in it at the moment
Probably need to call circle d and ask
I like your video and it’s what I need for finish my project I have one question how can I get the transmission cooler?
Thank you. Gap. Listed in video description
Well I check all the links and I can’t find
Gap is the company
Did you change the flywheel..I noticed it was 3 bolts on the 4l60 torque converter and 6 bolts on the 4l80e torque converter
No, my converter was designed for stock flywheel
What part number u joint did you use I looked in the description but didn't see it your videos are awesome 😎 👏
Had a local driveshaft shop install and rebalance so no idea.
Did you ever find a ujoint
Can you list the link of the hose used on the transmission and the new fittings you installed
They are. Glens auto performance
Did u leak any fluid from the radiator where the old transmission line were at??? Trying to do the same
Yes a little
my 08 suburban 5.3L trans is starting to go, what upgrades would you recommend?
A reputable shop rebuild it. Like flt or rpm
Will that transmission crossmember work for a 2000 chevrolet silverado 1500 stepside truck
It should
Circle d recommends 1/8 to 3/16 pull out on the converter, you could have gotten away without any spacers if you couldn't fit the 3/16th bit in. Im just curious because i just completed the swap on my 01 gmc and it had more than 1/8th but less than 3/16 so i just bolted it right up without spacers. Just wondering why you wouldn't check with the 3/16th bit so you may have been able to get away with no spacers. Thanks for the video! You helped a ton with my swap !
I did measure off camera
@TWAMotorsports right on!!!! Love the build man keep up the great vids👍
@markrusso3784 thank you. Gonna try
Since when do u check transmission fluid when it's not running ?
Always check it running !!
I understand that but while filling I check multiple times.
Think Im going to pick up that same alternator, I did the E-Fan conversion and even with the current higher amp alternator I installed. I'm still getting voltage drops and headlight dimming when the fans kick on. I think that 220 amp alternator will do the trick.
Yes that definitely helps
Does wire harness hook up require a pigtail to plug and play this swap
I used one
What size tires do you have on your truck and what size drop did you go with ?
All those parts listed in video description
What headers do you have? Did you have to dimple them to get them to clear frame?
Cheap ebays. Other brands were out of stock when I bought. Not clearance required
So this circle d torque converter eliminated the need for a pilot spacer on the flywheel?
Yep
What did you do as far as mounting the torque converter. I’m doing the swap soon and that’s the only part that’s holding me back. What flex plate do I need? Will I need the spacer with the 5.3l Lm7 or can I just get a circle D stall with the factory bolt pattern?
If you order a converter from circle d they will buil it to fit your stock flywheel
@@TWAMotorsports ok thanks
You're welcome
Bro I love you lol
Lol. Appreciate the love.
Change the little gasket for the filter shaft! Lol
Hey man, are you able to use a segment swap for 4l60 to 4l80 AND use the swap harness? I’m having issues with my swap I just did. I only have 1st & 2nd forward gears. No 3rd / 4th / lockup. Reverse works fine. I’m currently using a swap harness & have done a segment swap, was wondering if that is my issue!
Could be a bad transmission
@@TWAMotorsports trans has been rebuilt twice in 2 weeks.
@kam5661 hard to say. Had issues with mine but it was the actual transmission
Where is the parts listed at for this man I’m looking into doing this swap as well . Thank you
In the video description
Great video! What rear end gears do you have and did gas mileage change? I been thinking about doing this transmission swap but not sure how it will do with 3.42 gears.
Thank you. I have 3.73. Doubt mileage will change much
Can’t wait to see your other project next. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family !
Thank you. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family too
My experience from using both rear diffs is the 3:73 gets better city mileage while 3:42 gets better highway mileage.
I agree with that
hey man where did you get the transmission lines and the fittings?
Link in video description to glenns auto performance
Im a bit late to the video but if i have an ls swapped c10 and it has a th400 currently. If i buy a 4l80e and buy the stand-alone harness will i have to get it tuned again or will it just not even know its there?
Probably have to retune
@TWAMotorsports thanks. I see that my best best would be to just buy the holley x kit for the long run
@genericmadechevy8479 definitely be a better option
To bad you're not closer, I would have let you use my Rivet nut tool. Use them all the time in Professional Racing and I cant imagine my life without one now when it comes to working on my personal vehicles and performing custom work..lol
I agree. My body man has one. Probably should have done that
@@TWAMotorsports I wouldn't be telling the truth if I said I've never used self tappers but man..something about rivnut just feel like a way bigger accomplishment
I agree. Its a better way to do it.
I have a Chevy cheyene 94 Manual transmission Can I swap a manual for automatic 4l80e?
You can
Cool channel just found it :-)
Thank you
@@TWAMotorsports May I ask some questions about the Electric fan conversion. I have a 2003 Tahoe couldn't I just buy a 4 core radiator with electric fan kit that has its own thermostat and relay that won't be ecu controlled? What's benefit of being connected to ecu? Also what did you use to connect to ECU to PC was it a something like obdlinkMX+?
Hp tuners is the software. Only way I would use electric fans is computer controlled
@@TWAMotorsports I wasn't referring to software I meant OBD2 PC link device LoL I understand computer controlled may be nice just was wondering benefits. But thanks for info HP tuners sounds interesting I'll have to check it out
Yeah I have had aftermarket thermostats fail.
Does this harness work for new body styles ? 07 and up ?
Can't confirm that
Did u change the flex plate and spacer
No. Converter was made for this swap and flexplate
1:17:49 question brother hope to see ur reply.. I have a chevy silverado 2000 5.3 4x4. Currently have headers true duals xpipe.. planning on doing a 4l80 swap. Is it possible being 4x4?
Yes but way more involved
How so gotta change tcase and additional harness for tcase ?
Not sure but more parts and specialty input shaft
I have an 05 5.3 Silverado can I use the stock flex plate when doing a 4l80 swap or do I need a 4l80 flex plate?
If the converter is built for stock flex plate you can use stock.
@@TWAMotorsports ok thank you
You're welcome
which dip stick tube did you use ? the 4L60 tube ?
4l80e
Hi Mr Hp Turner What is the difference between a segment swap & a regular swap cause I'm getting worried my lock 🔒 up gear ⚙️ won't lock up smoothly stays on a high RPM I js put a new 6.0 with a 4l65e transmission no trans cooler so I burned 3rd and 4th gear there goes $1500.00
Segment swap allows 4l80e to work like factory
The website for the headers says to cut the ears. Why tempt fate?
I'm crazy like that
What’s the price tag on this gem Trav? I’ve been look’n 4 a clean shortwide & ur the man 2 find them 😎
I told someone 20k but would probably talk a little less
@@TWAMotorsports right on, i miss’d out on the red 1. I’ll definitely keep my eyes on your inventory my man 😎
Lol. Ok sounds good
Where is that trans cooler fan from?
Link to GAP performance in video description
I did one for my 07 tahoe...still waiting on driveshaft.😔
That sucks
So you don’t need to change the flywheel?
Nope. If the converter is ordered correctly
No need to change flywheel? Or add a spacer?
Not when converter is made for the swap.
hi what cable did you use
Shift cable? Stock
Why didn't you buy the proper 6 hole flexplate for a 4l80e? There not that much on eBay.
Because i had this one
@@TWAMotorsports You had a 4L60E also but that didn't stop you from buying a 4L80E did it. Look, all I'm saying is it looks like you're building your tuck to make some serious power later on and 6 bolts are stronger then 3. But hey...... I guess I shouldn't care. I mean it won't be me that has to drop the trans again to replace the bolts when/if they break along with whatever else gets damaged from a broken off bolt head bouncing around in the bell housing area. Good luck with what you got.
I get what you are saying. This Converter was made for the flywheel I had. Made lots of power in the past on 3 bolts.
Any info on Flex plate ?
Stock flexplate
What would you say the total cost is to do a 4l80 swap minus the convertor
Just parts. Not transmission probably $300
@@TWAMotorsports awesome I was thinking more of 1000$ with driveshaft and hoping for a low mileage junkyard trans would love to be under 2k! I have a boosted 5.3 Colorado I’m scared to get on it cause the 60 😆 wish I had a guy like you local I could pay to do it !
I'm sure you can find someone
Whats the difference between the two harnesses?
Segment swap that I used is more evolved but works like stock.
Shouldn't you check tranny while running?
Not if its warm but yes
Where you purchased 4l80e
Used core. Salvage yard
Where did you get the Transmission at
Wrecked box truck
@@TWAMotorsports oh and on a 2003 gmc drop on a 4/6 on 305 40 22 will it if
Doubtful
What joint was used on the yoke to adapt
Conversion joint
@@TWAMotorsports part number by chance
I bought everything else you listed that was the one thing I didn’t see posted
My driveshaft people source it. All came with install and balance
@@TWAMotorsports no worries..love the channel
Thank you. Sorry I wasn't more help
4.3 or 5.3
5.3
You say to not do a segment swap why is that?
I ended up doing one
@@TWAMotorsports right on I was just a bit confused since segment swaps are pretty much standard and I have yet to have issues i run a 2200-2400 stall and I have only adjusted the firmness of shifts just slightly but no other changes were required
Yeah it is segment swapped now.
All that work amd still missing a pedal .lol
Lol
You can go wrong with the trans crossmember. You can send $ to people that make it over seas and get inferior designs. Tyler Scruggs, DTR Fab is THEEEE Man to go to for mounts for trans swaps.
It does make life easier
You know what nobody ever shows on these transmission installs and believe me I've watched it oh my God I'm countless ones because I've been trying to find this answer and I can't seem to find the answer nowhere is which line goes where on the radiator most people haven't taken it off but for some of us we had to take out the transmission the lines were jacked and some of them wasn't even on there at all so you look through the books you watch the videos you disrespect one person to say this is your intake line this is your return line and it goes here on the radiator or on your cooler this is where your return goes this is where your supply line goes nobody says that nobody that I found so far it's like impossible I've Googled it I mean I have done everything and it seems like it would be an important thing to mention to make sure you get your transmission lines your supply line and your return line in the right place cuz I mean what's the point of doing any of these things if you're not informing which is the whole point of doing it you're trying to inform people on how to put in something something is important as the supply line which could end up burning up the transmission or it not getting the proper flow of transmission fluid so just mind boggling for me right now
Too many variables in that. Based on year of 4l80e and cooler used. 91-96 4l80e uuper is in, lower is out. 97 up 4l80e rear of transmission is inlet and front is out. I didn't cover that part because some people are using factory parts and coolers. I didn't
15:50 Rookie mistake not pulling those old lines with trans out LOL! 19:25 BINGO yeah be much harder to lower the jack at this point N take them out!!!!!!!!!!!!!! LOL He will end up cutting those lines to get them out now! 1 Finger space as a general rule on any Exhaust part U will not have an issue. 30:22 CONTROLER???? Its a park Neutral switch don't control shit! 36:34 Here how U avoid the mess! While the trans is out Use Ur (expensive roll around drain tank take the plugs off the lines N let them DRAIN! then blow some air thru them U should be flushing the cooler anyway on a trans swap!) Great narrative (If U would like to create more work for yourself than required!) of limited KNOWLEDGE Just can't take anymore of this video. Guess that's the advantage of CZcams U can call Yourself whatever U like? Ok enough is enough when U have to DRILL HOLES for SELF tapping bolts! SERIOUSLY? Wonder why there called SELF TAPPING BOLTS? Ur PCM/TCM requires a flash to go from a 4L60e to a 4L80E! Follow this and enjoy the extra work He created for U! Was seriously A great attempt N great Narrative Unfortunately seriously lacking Knowledge!
PS an aftermarket Trans cooler is an ADD to the cooling system NOT a replacement THINK ABOUT IT! U think the manufactures didn't spend MILLIONS figuring that system out BEFORE exposing themselves to the liability????? There are a few acceptations to that in the racing world but average joe ain't gonna want to pay for them either!
Need you here to get this complete I guess
You really dont know the name of the hydrolic fluid? Lol
Sometimes when on the spot I forget things
@TWAMotorsports just busting your chops man. Good video. 👍
@mattblack133 👍
Bro it asked you on HP tuners that If you wanna mess with the lock 🔒 up gears you said I'm not messing with it go back to the diagram and tune the lock up gear ⚙️
I didn't touch any of the lock up. This was a segment swap for 4l60e to 4l80e only
What is the best source for a used 4l80E
Facebook probably