Will this work?
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Will this work? I have looked around through a couple of forums and havent been able to find my answer....
I have a 1997 Astro van that is AWD and want to use a LM7 from a 2002 Tahoe as a donor engine, will the transmission in the van work and if so what do I need to make it work?
Thanks!
Also if anyone has a service manual for a 2002 Tahoe with a LM7 or has an online source let me know, I could use it to help with the wiring.
I have a 1997 Astro van that is AWD and want to use a LM7 from a 2002 Tahoe as a donor engine, will the transmission in the van work and if so what do I need to make it work?
Thanks!
Also if anyone has a service manual for a 2002 Tahoe with a LM7 or has an online source let me know, I could use it to help with the wiring.
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I believe that is a th700R4. Yes it will work for a little while.(until it blows up) I believe you will need this flexplate adapter. Do a search You will need adapter plates for the engine. A ECM and harness ( I am choosing www.speartech.com ) and a cable TB to work with the th700r4
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the flexplate adapter is listed in this thread. https://ls1tech.com/forums/conversio...-question.html
97 trucks used the later 4L60E. The electrical is compatible, it will bolt up, but you need the adapter flange listed above. Beyond that you should be set
For wiring do a search on here for a specific schematic, check out LT1swap.com and Ive made several posts here
http://www.thirdgen.org/techboard/po...009-post4.html
Go for it
For wiring do a search on here for a specific schematic, check out LT1swap.com and Ive made several posts here
http://www.thirdgen.org/techboard/po...009-post4.html
Go for it
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Thanks for the info, so the adapter is a GM part? Thats convenient... Looks like all I will need is to figure out the wiring and mod the oil pan to fit and work with the AWD system.
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The wiring may not be as difficult as you think. Some of the later vans that used the Vortec SBC motor used the same ECM as the LS1 cars, so if you can nab one of those harnesses, your modifications may not be as substantial as if you start with your existing harness.
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Verdad Gallardo Im saying the pinout, connector on the trans, and general function is identical for the older style trans as the LSx. So plug the 4L60E connector that comes with the new LSx harness right in there and go for it
The only thing to watch for it a 4L80E harness as the connector pinout is different. It is the same connector body as the 4L60E and can be repinned to match. Just be aware of the difference
The only thing to watch for it a 4L80E harness as the connector pinout is different. It is the same connector body as the 4L60E and can be repinned to match. Just be aware of the difference
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My harness is from the LM7 that was pulled from the Tahoe along with the computer. Did the Tahoe's have a 4L80e or 4L60e tranny? Also when did they start putting the "Vortec" 4.3s in the Astro vans instead of the regular 4.3s?
Tahoes got both 60s and 80s. Most likely it was a 60 behind the LM7
See if your colors match up with the pin assignments on the trans connector. The low ref wire can be blk or ppl
Vortec V6's came out in the early 90's. Some of the 2.8's even got the title. They really didnt become standard until the intakes followed the V8 vortec pattern with vertical bolts in the corners, raised runners etc. By regular 4.3 Im guessing you mean the TBI version which was the last incarnation before the swap to vortec. Those phased out completely in 95 IIRC
See if your colors match up with the pin assignments on the trans connector. The low ref wire can be blk or ppl
Vortec V6's came out in the early 90's. Some of the 2.8's even got the title. They really didnt become standard until the intakes followed the V8 vortec pattern with vertical bolts in the corners, raised runners etc. By regular 4.3 Im guessing you mean the TBI version which was the last incarnation before the swap to vortec. Those phased out completely in 95 IIRC
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Thats what I thought. Now I wish I had a copy of LS1edit or HPtuners for the programming after i get it installed.
I wonder how long the AWD will last behind a mild cammed LM7?
I wonder how long the AWD will last behind a mild cammed LM7?
Not long. The AWD transfer case isn't very impressive. To keep the AWD, you'll need to cut and paste your oil pan.
Come down this way if you wanna check out one. I was the first person over at astrosafari.com to put a GenIII SBC into an Astro, which turns into the Fastro. Since the swap wasn't documented, it was a major PITA.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FlIvn19xgfQ
I'm sure this combo would be stronger than what you have now. Something to think about down the road.
Ken
