Haven't posted here in awhile so i guess i should give a status. Saving for a nice apartment and buying jeep parts just doesn't go well. At this point, even piecing together the LS puzzle is a task. On the bright side. Found me a lil something something from a mate in my local Jeep Club...

14bolt picked it up for $200. I could't pass it up lol. Anyways... if anyone is interested in my jeep build i linked the page or check my sig. Thanks guys!! Have a goodone! :iamhappy:

http://www.wranglerforum.com/f314/tnkrbll-the-official-09-jku-build-486866.html

 

When I do a v8 conversion I will run stock axles till these prove to not stand up to the motor.

 

Check out wayalife's thread on his Jeep, Moby. In google type, "It's time to supersize Moby"

He did a 6.2L LS swap and is working with MoTech as well. He actually got it running and all and from the last I read, he is getting all the bugs worked out. Might be helpful.

 

Haha! Funny you should say this. I'm following the same thread! Tons of good info. I think the hardest part of the swap is wiring all the components to work with the jeep electronics. PAIN IN THE ASS!

Thanks again for the input tho. Much appreciated.

 

Who wants general motor parts in there jeep
I don't know if you have ever seen it but they put hemi s in jeep lol
Good luck with that dead end

 

Personally, Me. The hemi makes nice power but it gets worse mileage. If you get the LS 6.2L you get significantly more power than a hemi and better mileage. I don't see the downside. Even if you go with the 5.3 it's not much less power than a hemi but still better mileage

 

Nothing better than taking the mopar out of Jeep.

 

Hmm interesting. I don't think jeep has made a good, reliable and efficient motor yet. The GM LS, vortec line are very good and supported worldwide with an array of aftermarket parts. They produce good power, torque and are efficient at producing that power. Not to mention junkyards are littered with them.

 

supported worldwide with an array of aftermarket parts.

They produce good power, torque and are efficient at producing that power

Junkyards are littered with them.

3 reasons why an LS makes a great engine swap candidate! Thank you for your input sir.

 

I have a Corvette with a LS engine, added a Vortec Supercharger, now have 530rwhp that gets 28 mpg at 70 mph.

Put a supercharger on your LS and go Jeeping.... :happyyes:

 

Damn Mooney! Im impressed lol! This only excites me more. i cannot wait till this beast is tucked in to my engine bay. Following installation i will be exploring forced induction options.

Appreciate your input buddy! :awesome:

 

Just looking at the costs involved, I wonder if someone couldn't buy a JK with a blown 3.8, pay outright for an Ls swap (parts and labor), and come out about even vs buying a used jk that did not need an engine.

 

This happens more then you think. Look on sites like JKO or even Pirate. You look at their builds and say "WTF, wish I had the money for a build like that" Then you look at the details. 07-08 with 2wd and/or blown engine. Prob paid $8000-$10000 for the jeep. Think about what you can do with 20-30k..... Especially if you can fab yourself.'
All said and done ... Most likely paid less then a brand new 4 door loaded Rubi x would have cost.

 

To me honestly. The big engine is mostly used for getting to and from the trail or if towing on the trail.

 

"Big" engine = torque

Not in every scenario but typically Bigger than a 3.8L at least. uke:

 

No doubt there is no replacement for displacement. Torque can be generated by gearing also. Don't get me wrong, I'm with you on this. I already bought my 5.3 but living in the socialist republic of california I must first have a abortion and pay nine years of taxes in advance to have a cleaner, more efficient power plant installed not to mention I have to wait for the redwood trees to mature to harvest for the required paperwork. I must also have proof that I lived with a illegal alien and only vote democrat to get action from the state. I must also pay the unions for their dues lost because I'm doing it my self.

 

:funnypost: HE MAD!! I just Lol'd at your post! Truth is the truth!


Just make sure you build your motor in that back of a dark garage with no windows. Should be good then As for the abortion, well... ill let you handle that one

 

Not only would I like to do this swap in my JK I would like to do one in my 71 Bronco.

 

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Well said. :appl:

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Psh, 4k for a lift.. 3k for rims tires and brakes.
2k for winch, front, and rear bumper.
1k for trucklites and LED dog lights. That leaves you with 10k for an engine swap..

 

Psh, 4k for a lift.. 3k for rims tires and brakes.
2k for winch, front, and rear bumper.
1k for trucklites and LED dog lights. That leaves you with 10k for an engine swap..

That's doing everything on the cheap. Then you still have to address the axles, and what about the tranny? Kinda pointless to make over double the power then leave everything else stock. Unless you were just going to drive it up and down the highway that is.

I love how you included the lights but didn't mention the drive train.....

 

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I am selling my home in California. I'm looking to relocate in Idaho. There I can install my efficient, cleaner burning engine with no hassle from the state thugs.

 

An LS swap is very common in many arenas these days. A hemi is fine but there is not even close to as much aftermarket support as with LS. Obviously, with unlimited $ a person could put a nuclear reactor in a mail jeep (even in California). This dude wants help, advice and (possibly) opinions regarding an LS swap. I hope your project turns out just the way you want. Looking forward to seeing it do some hard core wheelin. If you are like me, part of the fun is just conquering the mechanical challenges. Good luck!

 

If you are like me, part of the fun is just conquering the mechanical challenges. Good luck!

This is a big part of the project! For me, learning a new trade or something new and useful is more rewarding than having fun with the finished product. I can't wait. Little by little

 

I got the printout schematic for the vortec out of a 1/2 ton. Let me know if you need them. I can email them to you sometime tomorrow?

 

Time for a V-8 yet!? I wish this thing would just die already lol.

 

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I've been checking on the hemi swaps, but they're just too much for what you get. LS is interesting and aftermarket is plentiful. I'd have to go from manual to auto for the hemi, but it sounds like there might be stick options for the LS as well.

I look forward to hearing some updates as you progress.

 

Thanks buddy... I think the baby 5.3 is coming soon than i expected. Just raked in some from taxes so instead of lifting i guess this takes priority. Will update hear as soon as i know more.

:blackeye

 

Replaced the injector on cylinder 1 last night and all is good now. Mpg went from 8.7 back up to 15

 

Was Is that on the 3.8?

 

Tranny died this morning on my way to work. What do you guys think? Time to dump an LS in? I think so... Good thing i have oodles and oodles of money just laying around

Have an XJ in the garage that needs a floor too.


JUST EMPTY EVERY POCKET :'( LOL

 

Tranny died this morning on my way to work. What do you guys think? Time to dump an LS in? I think so... Good thing i have oodles and oodles of money just laying around Have an XJ in the garage that needs a floor too. JUST EMPTY EVERY POCKET :'( LOL

Did you buy a lemon or what?

 

Dude.... Right!? SOB! On my way to work law dee daw... crunch... 4k RPM. ****!!!! I think i got the list of parts down to a science by now. Just need monies... grrr....

 

Tell me about it bro. I just spent $102 on two KNOCK SENSORS today. :doh:

 

I am surprised that the weight difference between a hemi and LS has not been mentioned. No contest!

 

I'm going with MoTech. I'll keep posting to this thread throughout the build.

 

any updates??

 

Phenom, see post below. I'm still trying to figure this posting stuff out.

 

Holy smokes! My Jeep's been at MoTech for a few months now but it is finally done! I'm going in the next week to pick it up. I have a bunch of info to post once I get home. Pic's and all. I know it's been a long while but I am almost there. Please bear with me.

 

So how long does it take to get an engine swap done at Motech, from drop off to pick up?