LS1TECH - Camaro and Firebird Forum Discussion

Automatic Transmission 2-Speed thru 10-Speed GM Autos | Converters | Shift Kits
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:

4l80e fitting problem

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Sep 26, 2016 | 02:42 AM
Share
  #1  
justablur1's Avatar
justablur1
Thread Starter
On The Tree
iTrader: (14)
 
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 123
Likes: 0
Default 4l80e fitting problem
I have a 97 hydromatic 4l80e. Has front and rear for cooling lines. The problem I'm having is the rear fitting (long one) won't screw in because it's hitting something in the Trans. Need help. Thanks


Reply
0
Old Sep 26, 2016 | 12:42 PM
Share
  #2  
Cpt.Derrek's Avatar
Cpt.Derrek
TECH Enthusiast
iTrader: (13)
 
Joined: Oct 2010
Posts: 570
Likes: 3
From: Ventura, CA
Default
you likely have the wrong thread. 97 they changed from -6 x 9/16-18 to -6 x 1/4NPS midyear.... I did the same thing lol.
Reply
0
Old Sep 26, 2016 | 03:33 PM
Share
  #3  
justablur1's Avatar
justablur1
Thread Starter
On The Tree
iTrader: (14)
 
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 123
Likes: 0
Default
I do have the -6 1/4 fitting , my problem is that the long fitting is hitting something inside. Thread pattern is correct
Reply
0
Old Sep 26, 2016 | 04:38 PM
Share
  #4  
Cwarta's Avatar
Cwarta
TECH Fanatic
10 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Shutterbug
iTrader: (12)
 
Joined: May 2012
Posts: 1,796
Likes: 59
From: Elm Creek, NE
Default
Do a google search, I don't have an exact answer but this has caused many burned up trans.
Reply
0
Old Sep 26, 2016 | 06:10 PM
Share
  #5  
clinebarger's Avatar
clinebarger
TECH Fanatic
 
Joined: Jan 2015
Posts: 1,114
Likes: 33
From: Fort Worth, Texas
Default
Wrong Center Support at the very least, This is Bad.....Real Bad!! The trans will need to be torn down to see what all is wrong for your "Center Lube" Case by someone that knows what the hell their doing!!! It may end up cheaper to buy another core to build.
Reply
0
Old Sep 26, 2016 | 06:22 PM
Share
  #6  
justablur1's Avatar
justablur1
Thread Starter
On The Tree
iTrader: (14)
 
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 123
Likes: 0
Default
Originally Posted by clinebarger
Wrong Center Support at the very least, This is Bad.....Real Bad!! The trans will need to be torn down to see what all is wrong for your "Center Lube" Case by someone that knows what the hell their doing!!! It may end up cheaper to buy another core to build.
Atleast I have warranty. I haven't even ran it yet. Sucks I have to take the transmission out. thanks
Reply
0
Old Sep 26, 2016 | 08:37 PM
Share
  #7  
clinebarger's Avatar
clinebarger
TECH Fanatic
 
Joined: Jan 2015
Posts: 1,114
Likes: 33
From: Fort Worth, Texas
Default
Good luck, A warranty with the same builder that would do that in the first place is scary!
Reply
0

Trending Topics

Old Sep 28, 2016 | 08:31 AM
Share
  #8  
wht/73's Avatar
wht/73
TECH Enthusiast
5 Year Member
 
Joined: Sep 2016
Posts: 518
Likes: 0
From: North Jersey
Default
Originally Posted by justablur1
Atleast I have warranty. I haven't even ran it yet. Sucks I have to take the transmission out. thanks
How bout you bring the car to him to take it back out as HE caused this problem in the 1st place!
Reply
0
LS1 Tech Stories

The Best V8 Stories One Small Block at Time

story-0

Amazing '71 Camaro Restomod Is Modern Muscle Car Under the Skin

 Verdad Gallardo
story-1

6 Common C5 Corvette Failures and What's Involved In Repairing Them

 Pouria Savadkouei
story-2

Retro Modern Bandit Pontiac Trans AM Comes With Burt Reynolds' Autograph

 Verdad Gallardo
story-3

Top 10 Greatest Cadillac V Series Performance Models Ever, Ranked

 Pouria Savadkouei
story-4

Top 10 Most Powerful Chevy Trucks Ever Made!

 
story-5

Hennessey's New Supercharged Silverado ZR2 Has 700 HP

 Verdad Gallardo
story-6

Coachbuilt N2A Anteros Is an LS2-Powered C6 Corvette In Italian Clothes

 Verdad Gallardo
story-7

Awesome K5 Blazer Restomod Comes With C7 Corvette Power

 Verdad Gallardo
story-8

10 Camaros You Should Never Buy

 
story-9

10 LS Engine Myths That Refuse to Die

 Verdad Gallardo
Old Sep 28, 2016 | 09:04 AM
Share
  #9  
justablur1's Avatar
justablur1
Thread Starter
On The Tree
iTrader: (14)
 
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 123
Likes: 0
Default
Originally Posted by wht/73
How bout you bring the car to him to take it back out as HE caused this problem in the 1st place!
I know. I'm going to call him to see what the hell. He built one for me before it was good. But this I wasn't expecting this
Reply
0
Old Sep 28, 2016 | 04:37 PM
Share
  #10  
mrvedit's Avatar
mrvedit
Moderator
15 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Aug 2010
Posts: 7,323
Likes: 529
From: Ann Arbor, MI
Default
Good thing you caught this even now. I recall a thread where the OP installed two short fittings and then burned up the trans.
Reply
0
Old Sep 29, 2016 | 01:09 PM
Share
  #11  
forcd ind's Avatar
forcd ind
TECH Veteran
15 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
iTrader: (7)
 
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 4,188
Likes: 292
From: woodbine, md
Default
I cant remember when I had mine apart, is it possible for the center support to turn if the bolt is broken, or left out?
Reply
0
Old Sep 29, 2016 | 07:26 PM
Share
  #12  
clinebarger's Avatar
clinebarger
TECH Fanatic
 
Joined: Jan 2015
Posts: 1,114
Likes: 33
From: Fort Worth, Texas
Default
Originally Posted by forcd ind
I cant remember when I had mine apart, is it possible for the center support to turn if the bolt is broken, or left out?
The Case Lugs hold it stationary.
Reply
0
Back to Subforum
Automatic Transmission
View Next Unread
2005 Corvette 4l60e Loud pop now no 4th gear




Advanced Search

All times are GMT -5. The time now is 06:29 PM.

story-0
Amazing '71 Camaro Restomod Is Modern Muscle Car Under the Skin

Slideshow: This heavily modified 1971 Camaro mixes classic muscle car styling with a fifth-generation Camaro interior and modern LS3 power.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:06:42


VIEW MORE
story-1
6 Common C5 Corvette Failures and What's Involved In Repairing Them

Slideshow: From wobbling harmonic balancers to failed EBCMs, these are the issues that define long-term C5 ownership and what repairs typically involve.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-05-07 18:44:57


VIEW MORE
story-2
Retro Modern Bandit Pontiac Trans AM Comes With Burt Reynolds' Autograph

Slideshow: A modern Camaro transformed into a retro icon, this limited-run "Bandit" build blends nostalgia with brute force in a way few revivals manage.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-21 13:57:02


VIEW MORE
story-3
Top 10 Greatest Cadillac V Series Performance Models Ever, Ranked

Slideshow: Cadillac didn't just crash the high-performance luxury vehicle party, it showed up loud, supercharged, and occasionally a little unhinged...

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-04-16 10:05:15


VIEW MORE
story-4
Top 10 Most Powerful Chevy Trucks Ever Made!

Slideshow: Top ten most powerful Chevy trucks ever made

By | 2026-03-25 09:22:26


VIEW MORE
story-5
Hennessey's New Supercharged Silverado ZR2 Has 700 HP

Slideshow: Hennessey has turned the Silverado ZR2 into a 700-hp off-road monster with supercharged V8 power and a limited production run.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-24 18:57:52


VIEW MORE
story-6
Coachbuilt N2A Anteros Is an LS2-Powered C6 Corvette In Italian Clothes

Slideshow: A one-off sports car that looks like a vintage Italian exotic-but hides a C6 Corvette underneath-just sold for the price of a new mid-engine Corvette.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-23 18:53:41


VIEW MORE
story-7
Awesome K5 Blazer Restomod Comes With C7 Corvette Power

Slideshow: A heavily reworked 1972 K5 Blazer swaps its off-road roots for a low-slung street-focused build with modern V8 power.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-09 18:08:45


VIEW MORE
story-8
10 Camaros You Should Never Buy

Slideshow: There are thousands of used Camaros on the market but we think you should avoid these 10

By | 2026-02-17 17:09:30


VIEW MORE
story-9
10 LS Engine Myths That Refuse to Die

Slideshows: Which one of these myths do you believe?

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-01-28 18:10:11


VIEW MORE