2012 Express 1500 4l60e Interchange Help
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2012 Express 1500 4l60e Interchange Help I've searched the internet and have read through a couple of threads here. I think I have a handle on the information but some reassurance would be great.
The van listed above is a service truck in my small fleet. The transmission went out and I need a used replacement asap. I know a rebuild is better but it's not an option in this situation.
Can I use any 4l60e that's 2008 or newer from behind a v6 2wd? Did I get the year right? Is there anything outside this range that will work?
I appreciate the help in advance. I'm sure if I spent hours upon hours researching, I could answer this question myself but it would be fantastic if someone who already knew the answer could save me the time.
The van listed above is a service truck in my small fleet. The transmission went out and I need a used replacement asap. I know a rebuild is better but it's not an option in this situation.
Can I use any 4l60e that's 2008 or newer from behind a v6 2wd? Did I get the year right? Is there anything outside this range that will work?
I appreciate the help in advance. I'm sure if I spent hours upon hours researching, I could answer this question myself but it would be fantastic if someone who already knew the answer could save me the time.
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Thanks for the response. My vehicle information is in the title. It's a 2012 Express 1500 v6 2wd. The OEM transmission is labeled 2CBD, if that helps.
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Yes your Broadcast Code comes back as a 4.3L Chevrolet (90-Degree) V6, Rear Wheel Drive, G/H Platform Vehicle.
Unfortunately you have very, very few options here.
The ONLY 4L60E Family (4L60E/ 4L65E/ 4L70E) Transmissions that will fit your Vehicle are 2009 and Up, Rear Wheel Drive Units, that are made to fit a 4.3L Chevrolet (90-Degree) V6 Engine.
Very few of these Transmissions were produced.
Years ago the Bellhousing, Turbine-Shaft, Stator-Support, and Torque-Converter (that fit your application) would also fit the 350/ 5.7L Chevrolet V8 Engines.
But there have not been any of those Engines in New Vehicles for 20-Years.
So other than cheap Model Full-Size Pick-Up Trucks and Vans (2009 and Up, Two Wheel Drive) there is nothing else that will fit your Vehicle.
Silverado/ Sierra 1500 Trucks, and Express/ Savana 1500 Vans with a 4.3L Chevrolet (90-Degree) V6...
Are the ONLY choices you have...
Sadly very few of these were produced.
Good luck!
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Thanks.
Yes your Broadcast Code comes back as a 4.3L Chevrolet (90-Degree) V6, Rear Wheel Drive, G/H Platform Vehicle.
Unfortunately you have very, very few options here.
The ONLY 4L60E Family (4L60E/ 4L65E/ 4L70E) Transmissions that will fit your Vehicle are 2009 and Up, Rear Wheel Drive Units, that are made to fit a 4.3L Chevrolet (90-Degree) V6 Engine.
Very few of these Transmissions were produced.
Years ago the Bellhousing, Turbine-Shaft, Stator-Support, and Torque-Converter (that fit your application) would also fit the 350/ 5.7L Chevrolet V8 Engines.
But there have not been any of those Engines in New Vehicles for 20-Years.
So other than cheap Model Full-Size Pick-Up Trucks and Vans (2009 and Up, Two Wheel Drive) there is nothing else that will fit your Vehicle.
Silverado/ Sierra 1500 Trucks, and Express/ Savana 1500 Vans with a 4.3L Chevrolet (90-Degree) V6...
Are the ONLY choices you have...
Sadly very few of these were produced.
Good luck!
Yes your Broadcast Code comes back as a 4.3L Chevrolet (90-Degree) V6, Rear Wheel Drive, G/H Platform Vehicle.
Unfortunately you have very, very few options here.
The ONLY 4L60E Family (4L60E/ 4L65E/ 4L70E) Transmissions that will fit your Vehicle are 2009 and Up, Rear Wheel Drive Units, that are made to fit a 4.3L Chevrolet (90-Degree) V6 Engine.
Very few of these Transmissions were produced.
Years ago the Bellhousing, Turbine-Shaft, Stator-Support, and Torque-Converter (that fit your application) would also fit the 350/ 5.7L Chevrolet V8 Engines.
But there have not been any of those Engines in New Vehicles for 20-Years.
So other than cheap Model Full-Size Pick-Up Trucks and Vans (2009 and Up, Two Wheel Drive) there is nothing else that will fit your Vehicle.
Silverado/ Sierra 1500 Trucks, and Express/ Savana 1500 Vans with a 4.3L Chevrolet (90-Degree) V6...
Are the ONLY choices you have...
Sadly very few of these were produced.
Good luck!
VortecIroc, I really appreciate the information. I have one more question if you don't mind.
I located and purchased a 4l60e out of an 09 4.2 2wd trailblazer assuming it would work based on Year, 6Cyl, and Tailshaft. I had no idea that GM had a 4.2 and a 4.3.
How do these 2 transmissions differ(divide)? I have the trans that came out of the Express so I would be willingly to swap parts if it's something straight forward. Thanks again for your time!!
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The 2009 Two Wheel Drive Trail-Blazer 4L70E Transmission, uses the wrong:
-Bell-Housing.
-Turbine-Shaft/ Input Drum Assembly.
-Stator-Support/ Pump Assembly.
-Torque-Converter.
I believe that the Oil-Pan and Oil-Filter are also different... but that is straight forward to replace.
Approximately 50% of the Transmission needs to be disassembled to Swap over the Incompatible Parts that I listed.
-Bell-Housing.
-Turbine-Shaft/ Input Drum Assembly.
-Stator-Support/ Pump Assembly.
-Torque-Converter.
I believe that the Oil-Pan and Oil-Filter are also different... but that is straight forward to replace.
Approximately 50% of the Transmission needs to be disassembled to Swap over the Incompatible Parts that I listed.
