Wow I'm impressed; I thought you had to drop the K-frame to get to the motor/trans. You made it look so easy. Last time I did this I lifted the front end with a front-end-loader (never do that again; was too dangerous). I swore I would buy a lift before I do another FWD car.
@TCBGARAGE
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks. I've done a lot of engine replacements. 🤣
@smithjoe1992
2 ай бұрын
How did you get the torque converter bolts limed up when installing? Have an 2016 only access is through the starter mount area so extremely small area and having a difficult time getting the four bolts back in no way to turn the flex plate other than crankshaft nut. Then try to line up but even trying to get the torque converter lined up after motor is in place seems the flex plate isnt lining up and you cant turn the torque converter itself behind the flex plate once the motor is all the way in Help cry😢
@TCBGARAGE
2 ай бұрын
When installing the motor you want to try to make sure you have one of the torque converter holes lined up with the starter opening. You should be able to spin the flywheel to the torque converter hole. Install one bolt but don't tighten it all the way , then you should be able to spin the flywheel around to install the remaining bolts. Hope this helps.👍
@pawmastin4025
8 ай бұрын
Got to the end, caint find pt 2. Dows it start
@bwduval904
Жыл бұрын
Was you able to use the same ecm or did you have to get a new one
@nonoman305
Жыл бұрын
Will the v8 engine fit out to top too? Or does it need to go out the bottom?
@TCBGARAGE
Жыл бұрын
Good question. I'm not sure, if it was it would definitely be tight.
@nonoman305
Жыл бұрын
@@TCBGARAGE yeah too much work to take the manifolds off and find out it doesn’t fit anyways, looks like the frame is coming out
@cobe1mllc
2 жыл бұрын
I’ve never done a motor swap but know how to the basic tune up stuff any suggestions on how to start off
@TCBGARAGE
2 жыл бұрын
1st off you want a good assortment of tools. Socket set, wenches, screwdrivers. Most specialty tools can be rented at most auto parts stores. You'll also need a lift which also can be rented at most tool rental stores.
@cobe1mllc
2 жыл бұрын
@@TCBGARAGE so I’m basically unhooking everything thats attach to motor lift then drop new motor and reattach everything else
@brianleabo4692
3 жыл бұрын
I’m about to do this to my mother in laws impala this weekend. Isn’t a problem as I’ve done a few motor swaps before but was you able to unbolt the ac compressor from the block and just lay it aside instead of removing and having to recharge ?
@TCBGARAGE
3 жыл бұрын
If I remember correctly I think I was able to pull it off with the lines connected. Good luck. 👍
@demetreisbrown2317
8 ай бұрын
Great work. How did it turn out??
@TCBGARAGE
8 ай бұрын
Everything turned out great, new motor ran good and sold the car after some smaller repairs and cleaning.
@fixingitrightish
Жыл бұрын
Thanks buddy, appreciate the tips
@TCBGARAGE
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome, thanks for watching.👍
@3rdgenjunkies57
3 жыл бұрын
What motor was it you swapped in this video?
@TCBGARAGE
3 жыл бұрын
3.5 v6
@3rdgenjunkies57
3 жыл бұрын
I wonder if it's any harder on the 3.9? My wifes cars timing chain snapped, she kept starting it and destroyed the motor
@TCBGARAGE
3 жыл бұрын
@@3rdgenjunkies57 it should be about the same since they are both v6 engines.
@3rdgenjunkies57
3 жыл бұрын
@@TCBGARAGE how many days did it take you?
@TCBGARAGE
3 жыл бұрын
If i remember correctly it was around 7-8 hrs over the course of a couple days.
@vereauu
2 жыл бұрын
You make seem so easy
@TCBGARAGE
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@chop1237
2 жыл бұрын
I need this done
@boredyoutuber420
2 жыл бұрын
Same
@anastasiolanda9729
Жыл бұрын
I have 2001 impala 3.8 this the same process??
@TCBGARAGE
Жыл бұрын
It may not be exactly the same but close.
@timbo4478
2 жыл бұрын
Man how did u get them torque converter bolts out?!
@TCBGARAGE
2 жыл бұрын
If I remember correctly I think I was able to access them after I removed the starter.
@imperialis40k
3 жыл бұрын
Hey man about to do my engine swap on my 2014 Impala limited lt. The engine swap you did was it a front wheel drive or rear wheel?
@imperialis40k
3 жыл бұрын
I got a front wheel drive and I just want to know if there will be anything different or unexpected?
@TCBGARAGE
3 жыл бұрын
It was front wheel drive. My Impala was a 2006 model not sure how different it is from an 14.
@imperialis40k
3 жыл бұрын
@@TCBGARAGE thank you!
@Thristion21
2 жыл бұрын
Good evening…was there 5 or 6 bolts on the tranny that connect to the engine….
@TCBGARAGE
2 жыл бұрын
Really can't remember the total count on bolts. I know they're all accessible from the driver side except for one that you actually have to go through the passenger side wheel well. I'm pretty sure I covered how to get to that one in the video.
@Thristion21
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, again
@TCBGARAGE
2 жыл бұрын
@@Thristion21 no problem.
@brandonwagner775
Жыл бұрын
Six bolts.
@Thristion21
Жыл бұрын
@@brandonwagner775 I got it out, and that 6th bolt was tricky..lol
@timbo4478
3 жыл бұрын
How many lower mounts u had to remove
@TCBGARAGE
3 жыл бұрын
If I remember correctly there's one on the back side and one on the front?
@packersprik
2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely amazing. Your a fantastic mechanic.
@TCBGARAGE
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for the compliment! Thanks for watching.👍
@frederickbradley8255
2 жыл бұрын
Literally shows nothing of what or how stuff comes out. Completely useless to me.
@TCBGARAGE
2 жыл бұрын
Sorry you feel that way.✌️
@chaos2173
4 жыл бұрын
I want to do an engine swap on my 08 3.5 impala to an ss. Is there any computer issues Or upgrades I need to worry about or should the stock computer be fine
@TCBGARAGE
4 жыл бұрын
Robert you would probably be better off looking for a wrecked ss to get everything needed for the swap. Computer, wire harness and possibly engine mounts would be different. Good luck.👍
@chaos2173
4 жыл бұрын
T.C.B. GARAGE ok thanks for the advice
@kevinvallier2964
3 жыл бұрын
@@chaos2173 did you get the swap done
@timbo4478
3 жыл бұрын
How many bell housing bolts
@TCBGARAGE
3 жыл бұрын
Can't remember exactly but I'm thinking 6. You can get all but one on the driver's side. The other one is located above where the passenger side cv shaft goes into the transmission. You have to use a lot of extensions and get it out from the passenger side. Hope this helps.
@brandonwagner775
Жыл бұрын
Six bolts
@jtrueff2771
3 жыл бұрын
Can't seem to get engine seperated from transmission any suggestions?
@TCBGARAGE
3 жыл бұрын
Sounds like you might still have a bell housing bolt still attached. Double check to make sure you got them all. If I remember l think there's one you have to access from the passenger side, if you follow the CV shaft it sets right above it. Hope this helps.
@jtrueff2771
3 жыл бұрын
So should I remove tire ?
@TCBGARAGE
3 жыл бұрын
@@jtrueff2771 yes you'll need to remove the passenger side tire to get access to the bolt. Follow the CV shaft to the transmission you should see the bolt above it.
@jtrueff2771
3 жыл бұрын
Okay thanks for the help 👍🏽👍🏽
@jtrueff2771
3 жыл бұрын
Can't find it , I removed 5 bell housing bolts do you recall if there's any more then 5 , having trouble finding the bolt you referred to following the cv shaft 🤦🏽♂️
@lonzellviser1895
4 жыл бұрын
So I have a 2012 impala lt I it possible to put a ss engine in to it?
@TCBGARAGE
4 жыл бұрын
Anything is possible with time and money. The easiest route maybe to buy a ss or find one that's been wrecked and transfer everything needed to yours. Good luck.
@hondamancl450
4 жыл бұрын
How much do you get back for core on engine, how much was engine?thanks good video 📹 👍what's the average labor cost for this job
@TCBGARAGE
4 жыл бұрын
@@hondamancl450 the core amount will vary depending on who you purchase from. I got that motor from LKQ. It was $350.00 .
@skylarscales9922
3 жыл бұрын
I’m going to 5.3 ls4 swap my 3.9 08 impala you’ll need a ls4 with the transmission and hopefully with the Wiring harness with it. You’ll also need the ls4 Subframe unless you can custom weld engine mount spots on it. Yes it’s probably cheaper to but a SS but if you like working on cars and if you love your impala it’s worth the effort
@timbo4478
3 жыл бұрын
How did u reach the oil level sensor in the back of the engine. I’m trying to reach it
@TCBGARAGE
3 жыл бұрын
It's been a while but I think I left it connected as i jacked up the motor. I unplugged it when the motor was halfway out. Just remember to plug it back in before you get the motor sit back in. Good luck.
@jacksspeedperformance7641
2 жыл бұрын
Bro how in the actual fuck did you even get it that close to get the first bolt in?????? I can’t even get mine to line up halfway decently to get a bolt started It’s twisted all the hell
@TCBGARAGE
2 жыл бұрын
I always try to get one bell housing bolt in and that tends to let everything else fall into place.
@jacksspeedperformance7641
2 жыл бұрын
I finally got it installed I forgot about the bottom bracket being in the way
@larryvanhorn
Жыл бұрын
Canister Solonoid
@cablrus1885
2 жыл бұрын
I cringe watching this. Its called sub frame leave it on floor lift the car
@TCBGARAGE
2 жыл бұрын
Well not everyone has access to a lift and the engine is easily removed from above.
@michaelsmith3226
2 жыл бұрын
I agree
@timbo4478
3 жыл бұрын
Bout to start on mines, was it easy
@TCBGARAGE
3 жыл бұрын
It wasn't bad. Took about six hours start to finish. Good luck.👍
@timbo4478
3 жыл бұрын
I took off the 2 top mounts and the bottom one on the passenger side on the anchor. Is there any other ones I have to remove
@TCBGARAGE
3 жыл бұрын
@@timbo4478 if I remember correctly there's one on the back side of the motor by the firewall. It's low on the motor.
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