Rebuilding 4l80e
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Teching In
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Rebuilding 4l80e Ive got a craigslist purchased “rebuilt 4l80e”, that I’m not convinced it’s been rebuilt so I’m going to rebuild it myself. Ive purchased a TransGo HD2 Kit already and have yet to buy a rebuild kit. Ive been shopping around for a rebuild kit and it appears that a lot of the things that are in the HD2 kit are in the rebuild kits.
Its there a kit I can purchase that will include everything I need and not buy twice. This will being going in a 68 camaro turbo 4.8 LS motor street car build to give you an idea of the power 800-1000hp. I’m not trying to drag race the car at all.
Thanks
Its there a kit I can purchase that will include everything I need and not buy twice. This will being going in a 68 camaro turbo 4.8 LS motor street car build to give you an idea of the power 800-1000hp. I’m not trying to drag race the car at all.
Thanks
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If you're rebuilding the whole thing...throw the HD2 kit in the trash. Better ways to do everything that kit does...for less money.
Jakes performance rebuild kit will come with everything you need, good instructions, and good customer service. If you want everything wrapped up in one place...that's the place to go.
Jakes performance rebuild kit will come with everything you need, good instructions, and good customer service. If you want everything wrapped up in one place...that's the place to go.
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Okay, thanks. I looked at the check out options and you can add the instruction manual and recalibration kit I think it was. It’s “optional” would you recommend grabbing this too? I’m not familiar with it.
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If you want to make 1000 hp then get the jakes stage 3 rebuild kit. And Yes...for the $80 get the book and recalibration kit also
The stage 3 kit includes a billet input shaft and forward hub...both will be needed over 750 hp
You won't find a more complete and thorough kit out there. And the price is incredibly reasonable in my opinion for all the stuff you get...especially considering that you don't have to do any of the work to make sure you get the right combo of parts. You just swipe the credit card one time and get a whole box full of stuff proven to work well together and hold the power you want it to.
The stage 3 kit includes a billet input shaft and forward hub...both will be needed over 750 hp
You won't find a more complete and thorough kit out there. And the price is incredibly reasonable in my opinion for all the stuff you get...especially considering that you don't have to do any of the work to make sure you get the right combo of parts. You just swipe the credit card one time and get a whole box full of stuff proven to work well together and hold the power you want it to.
Waiting to rebuild a 80e with my friend. He ordered everything from Jakes. They forgot the instructions. He has called, and sent several emails....nada. I remember reading he said something about only responding to tech stuff 1 or 2x a week, but its been almost 2 weeks. Hope they resolve this.
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Well I ended up taking your advice and ordered a Jake’s kit. After only a few hours of placing the order I got a phone call asking early or late transmission... I thought this call was awesome in regards of their costumer service. Good luck with your stuff.
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I too am interested in rebuilding my 4l80e. probably with a stage 4 and transbrake from jakes.
Is this something a detail oriented mechanic can accomplish or are there substantial specialty tools and inherent knowledge required?
I built my 66 nova from ground up myself sans the dyno tuning. This includes new electrical wiring throughout, methanol injection, Sbe 6.0 with custom hot & cold side, s475, a2a intercooler, fuel system front to back, etc. I did all welding and wrenching myself. The car dynoed 725whp on 15lbs of boost. Does a 4l80e rebuild sound feasible for someone with my level experience?
Is this something a detail oriented mechanic can accomplish or are there substantial specialty tools and inherent knowledge required?
I built my 66 nova from ground up myself sans the dyno tuning. This includes new electrical wiring throughout, methanol injection, Sbe 6.0 with custom hot & cold side, s475, a2a intercooler, fuel system front to back, etc. I did all welding and wrenching myself. The car dynoed 725whp on 15lbs of boost. Does a 4l80e rebuild sound feasible for someone with my level experience?
Jakes did indeed get back with him, just takes some time.
liquidmx, IMO, as long as your very detail oriented, not in a rush, and have some tools like a dial indicator, you should be fine. There are some great video on youtube that you can follow, and the atra book is almost idiot proof. From what I see, these 80es are not as complicated as a 4l60e. Just do your own research, watch a video on youtube, and you should know if you comfortable with taking one apart yourself at that point. The way I look at it, you didn't know how to rebuild a motor, until you did.
liquidmx, IMO, as long as your very detail oriented, not in a rush, and have some tools like a dial indicator, you should be fine. There are some great video on youtube that you can follow, and the atra book is almost idiot proof. From what I see, these 80es are not as complicated as a 4l60e. Just do your own research, watch a video on youtube, and you should know if you comfortable with taking one apart yourself at that point. The way I look at it, you didn't know how to rebuild a motor, until you did.