2007 Tahoe 5.3L Engine Part 3

2007 Tahoe 5.3L Engine Part 3 - EricTheCarGuy

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13 жыл бұрын

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Well it's finally over, I'm able to walk away from this truck for a while and hopefully do some easier stuff for the next few weeks. Taking off the intake manifold was a big help as you can see so if your thinking about doing this job I would highly recommend removing the intake before removal.
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@ericthecarguy 12 жыл бұрын

@roro560v8 Glad you liked it, thanks for the comment.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@joe2mercs Yea for some reason I chose the hard way but it worked out and I'm happy to be past it. I'm not saying I'm above bad language but I try to be like Yoda in situations like that and remember that I will win in the end and that usually gets me through. Thanks for the comment.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@philosifur1 I do plan to make that video but it will have to wait for a bit I have some other projects to finish first. Feel no shame for being an ETCG subscriber, everybody's doin it.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@3wheeler016 I have some but it's a pain to use since I don't use it often so I save it for things like resealing diffs and stuff, the honda bond was easy to grab so I did. Thanks for the suggestion and comment.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@1elAguila Yea 4x4 can be a challenge. I'm glad that Dodge wasn't 4x4. Thanks for your comment I really appreciate it.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@GeometryWars I will, thanks for the comment.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@aodhanof90 I just bought a couple of cheep ones from harbor freight. Being as cheep as they are it's easy to replace them if there is a problem. They've held up well so far.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@ghtowagon I have one but I like simplicity where I can find it. Thanks for the suggestion and the comment.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@imachefmang Snugged it up yesterday morning and is running great. Thanks for the comment.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@fordfan855 Glad you liked the video I enjoyed making it, even the tough parts. There are times where I could use a hand but I have all of you watching to keep me company and that is awesome. Thanks for the comment.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@tinydx95t2 Yea a few people suggested the intake thing and it worked great. I'd like to get my hands on some more new stuff myself. Thanks for the comment.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@starlite528 Thanks for that comment, I really appreciate it.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@Bushougoma No the diff would not clear even with the intake removed, still had to pry past it even with it dropped down.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@djdirtytazz With a job like this it's a given. Thanks for the comment.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@lspaul92 I've actually had viewers send me pics of the body off of the frame to get to the engine on those. Thanks for the tips and for your comments I really appreciate your insight.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@acttacus That is good to know because I looked for the adjuster under the steering wheel and by the trans and didn't find it, the shift cable on this truck runs along the frame rail and then up by the gas tank so I really couldn't see anywhere for the adjustment where I looked. I'll be sure to look tomorrow though as I'm fixing the exhaust and going over it before I send it on it's way. Thanks for the tip.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@uncleboring I almost think I've heard something like that in the past, thanks for sharing and for your comment.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@AngryGunNerd Been doing it for a while and I'm used to it like so may others that do what I do. Remember, you are it's master.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@itneverwasme The PS works I just had to rev the engine to get it to start circulating, same thing on the last GM I worked on, works fine now though. I do plan on doing a Part 4 covering what happened to cylinder #6 in a few weeks. Thanks for your comment.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@jialunjiao I ended up cheeping out and getting a burger that wasn't that good really. Sometimes the best way to solve a problem is to pass it on. Thanks for the comment.

@RamblinAround 13 жыл бұрын

I knew you'd triumph in the end. It looks and sounds great. i can't believe you found an engine with so few miles on it. Nicely done!

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@groutaone Yea we fought for a bit but she gave up in the end. Thanks for stopping by and giving it a view.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@jgizzy If you want to become a technician that is really the best way. Try and focus on your electrical and emissions as that will get you the highest paying jobs. I wish you the best of luck and thanks for the comment, I'm glad to have you as a subscriber, makes me feel kind of tingly inside.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@eleeter Thanks for the comment, I was getting some flack for the RTV but I'm glad many agree.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@findtmoon Your 100% right I should have, I got away with it this time but in the future I'll be more careful. Thanks for the comment.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@mrexecutive1 Yea, I'm going to do the Honda/Acura V6 timing belt next, the DOHC Integra timing belt after that, then a BIG Civic timing belt video covering multiple engine designs.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@ndiboomer The only reason that is an issue right now is because of that Civic parked behind it, normally it's not there and I would have plenty of room to work. That one gets an engine next so it will go away soon. Thanks for the comment.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@qaz3000 I think your referring to a block heater which you may find on cars and trucks in cold climates. The cold makes things thick and less likely to move correctly, also batteries don't work as well when they are cold so between those 2 things it's hard to get a car started from stone cold to running again.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@foxdmulder Great idea. I know what I did was the hard way but it's what time allowed. Thanks for the comment.

@ericthecarguy 12 жыл бұрын

@fordtruckin365 Yea I'd leave the trans and transfer case in the truck, I was replacing the trans on this one that's why I did it this way on this one. Good luck and thanks for your comment.

@ericthecarguy 12 жыл бұрын

@woodworks9 It already has but you have to make due where you can. Thanks for the comment.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@COD5252 That sounds like a good one, I'll add it to the list. Thanks for the suggestion.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@Michiganborn1969 Yea it was close but it worked. The injection system you describe has been used for a few years on GM vehicles if I remember correctly.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@peelout40 No, I like to make up words that don't make any sense when I get to that point, makes me feel better. Thanks for the comment.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@chillincruisin That sounds like a drive line issue. You may have a drive shaft that is bent our out of balance. It could also be an issue with lubrication in the rear end. Give those things a look and see what you find.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@findtmoon I'm totally OK with it as long as it constructive not accusatory. The reason I took the intake off for the install was per suggestion by some of the viewers. I realize that I'm not the be all end all and I'm just fine with that so benefiting from the wisdom of my viewers is just fine with me.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@TR4zest You know it's really great when people 'get it' like you did in this comment. You may not realize it but you described the very philosophy of ETCG, thanks.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@stuffedchicken420 I would have used one but I couldn't get one in a timely manner so I improvised, so far so good.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@mrjost55 I don't do this work all the time and to be honest I really don't mind working alone. In fact I have all of you watching.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@Vanuatoo The sealant sealed just fin and the only reason I would see where it might leak is if someone removed the transfer case. If it does leak I'm happy to remove it and put a gasket in, it just wasn't available that day.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@Vanuatoo Yes but I have other projects to finish first.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@magexx9 Cranking the engine for a bit would help prime it. I do intend to go back and tighten the exhaust next time I'm back at the shop before I deliver it.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@nizmojoeblows If it's fuel injected it will actually warm up quicker if you drive it, engines really don't like to idle for long periods and in a way it wastes gas. If it's that cold for log periods of time you might consider a block heater as they are great for cold weather like that.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@sklzlm Yea some days are better than others. Thanks very much for your comment.

@BigMentoEnergy 3 жыл бұрын

So I realize this was nine years ago, but I'm just now seeing these. I've seen a lot of your newer vids, but I just did this same swap with a couple friends. Only difference is that there's was 2wd so it was a little bit easier. They gave me the old engine to rebuild and my research on it brought me here. Before I got to this one, I was thinking "why didn't he take the intake manifold off?" Anyway, you've come a long way since then and I really enjoy your videos. Thank you for what you do.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@fixinggrace Thanks for that comment I really appreciate it.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@ProjectCarTV Thanks for the tip but the cats actually came with the new engine.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@mss829 I have plans for that but it will be a couple of weeks as I have some other projects to finish first.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@Hondatech26 I appreciate that, they were just trying to keep me honest I think. Can't please everybody.

@ericthecarguy 12 жыл бұрын

@dumapies It's 'canned' music that comes with my editing software.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@cruddiestcrudever This is actually the same platform the LS1's are based on, lots of people love them.

@ericthecarguy 12 жыл бұрын

@touchymuffin97 With enough money and time you can do just about anything. The thing with 'modern' engine swaps is that you need to consider if your computer will run the new engine correctly, sometimes you have to change the computer and wiring harness to get that to work.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@danielc365 The new engine does not effect the mileage, altering the mileage in ANY way is not legal.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@axenz1 Well I don't have water in the shop for one. I tried to remove the old gasket but it would come off in one piece. I think it worked out though.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@cesear123456 A type made by Honda called Hondabond. It's used to join transmission cases together as well as some other stuff, works pretty good.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@vipermech Didn't have another boot clamp handy and it seemed easier to leave it assembled. With a job like this you make choices, I'm not saying you way would not have been better I was just trying to be efficient even though it cost me some extra effort installing the transfer case.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@TheTexasCoder Glad you liked it and my music.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@ad356 Actually they do that on these large displacement engines to keep the emissions in compliance, simple doesn't always work unfortunately.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@RamblinAround Ouch. Yea there really is no substitute for good quality tools. Hope your OK.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@RamblinAround Yea that was a spot of good fortune for sure.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@view5556 You won't find it in the store because I made it. :) Thanks for your comments.

@deeman52586 13 жыл бұрын

@GPSNW TY I will have to remember that when the job comes up. I actually took a good look under the truck today and it seems a bit different than the tahoe so I think it will go MUCH smoother than I thought.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@pberglin Don't be too hard on him I think it was just a poor choice of words, I see where he was coming from though. You can't please everyone. Thanks for your comment.

@testosteroneinc.3800 8 жыл бұрын

Eric was excited about 10k subs back then. He has 800k subs now. Damn, this guy had come along way. Started watching when he did the heater core flush video. Keep up the good work. 😆

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@Kevsmerc Now that I'm working on the Civic it won't be an issue in the future. I hope.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@Warkhan I'm cool, you did raise an important issue but perhaps it's how you worded it that appeared confrontational.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@wigsplittin26 Awesome comment, thank you very much.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@Sorcerer1984 Awesome, thanks for the input.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@pabllosee Yes but not right away, I have other projects to finish first.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@StevenJamesJ Yea, I used to be like that believe it or not but I got older and realized that there were other things that were real problems, car stuff doesn't bother me because in the end I know I'll win, there are very few other things in my life I feel that way about.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@xsenceo89x Indeed it is. Thanks for the comment.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@mh89780 Good luck with that. I liked taking things apart too but the key is to get them back together and working again.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@nrmdzac59 Changing engines on modern cars is often more trouble than it's worth in my experience. Aside from a harness you'll also need an new ECU for starters and to be honest I'm really not sure what else.

@TheTexasCoder 13 жыл бұрын

Oustanding! I am proud of you Eric for sticking with it, especially when it came to that torque converter! Loved the choice of music, nice touch! Thanks for the hard work, and taking time to video it and share it with us!

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@Yearonecamaro It's all for you, at this point I can't see myself doing anything but ETCG.

@moephufnik7547 11 ай бұрын

Someone else has mentioned it but you can buy a lift plate the bolts to the valley as the anchor point for engine remove/replace. I made one out of two 19" pieces of 2"x3" angle iron. Fit perfectly once the hole were drilled.

@fiveXfallen 12 жыл бұрын

I'm 22 and just finished swapping out a 302 for a 351 in my 91 ford pick up not even a week ago.. really wish I saw your videos before I did it! maybe wouldnt have run into as many headaches lol great job!

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@thegreyghost1950 Don't know, the owner bought it. Aside from that I have a policy of not discussing pricing.

@ZionzSavior 13 жыл бұрын

Oh Eric!! I Applaud the effort with the transfer case under the car like that. I recently was in the same situation with a 110lb diff in my MKIV supra. Its scary under there!!!! Good job!

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@sev1214 Yes but not right away I have other projects to complete first.

@digitald2007 11 жыл бұрын

Great videos Eric, love em. Watching you wrestle with the transfer case reminds me of the time I changed the clutch in my 1978 Econoline. It was in my driveway in the late fall. The weather was terrible and I was laying on a blue tarp under the truck holding the transmission up while a couple of guys were above trying to guide and install bolts. A gust of wind shifted and the freezing rain/snow dam that had formed in the blue tarp let go and suddenly yours truly was laying in ice water. Fun!

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@IronPriest82 It's not for everyone that's for sure, at least watching my videos you get to see all the fun your missing. :)

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@ZionzSavior Yea you don't want to drop those things on your head, it would hurt.

@bobearl7859 3 жыл бұрын

just like they're thinking for the pickup tube o-ring and nuts on the bottom side you got to drop the oil pan when there's a threaded hole on the other side and you wouldn't have had to go figure really great

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@staffsgtbigboo Cause I'd rather find a new shop that I can put a lift into. Also, I normally don't have another car behind the car that I'm working on making things more difficult. Thanks for the suggestion though.

@Michiganborn1969 13 жыл бұрын

All I can say is WOW! When you were putting the engine back in still on the cherry picker I was watching REAL close that your picker was going to hit the jack stand. Glad to see that it worked out for you. Btw, on my intake gasket project I learned something new on the way. I don't have fuel rail instead I have somthing called spider injectors. Loved your quote about being the master of the machine. Was inspiring.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@uncleboring Yea they are. I've also used cereal boxes for gaskets in the past too.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@Michiganborn1969 Probably, remember my videos are also lessons in what not to do sometimes as my mistakes can be other peoples gain.

@krqkan 10 жыл бұрын

@EricTheCarGuy I feel you bout that O2 sensor bullcrap. I work on shipengines, and even tho they are massive they cram everything as tight as possible even tho it stands in a room that is bigger than most common home.

@gavin7824 10 жыл бұрын

10,000 subscribers then 3 short years later 400,000. amazing job!!!! That number alone shows how much of an impact this guy has made.

@acoow 8 жыл бұрын

And another year later, it's almost 711K!

@gavin7824 8 жыл бұрын

+acoow astonishing really lol

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@EricWaterTruck Indeed it was.

@fixinggrace 13 жыл бұрын

Sometimes we have to make do or do without when it comes to repairs. Chrysler doesn't even use gaskets when it comes to the transmission pan. I've used gasket maker for nealry 25 years and NEVER had a problem with leaks, whether oil, transmission, or coolant. Nice job Eric.

@RamblinAround 13 жыл бұрын

I was replacing the transmission and transfer case on my 48 Ford, so I bought a transmission jack to make things a bit easier. Well, the one I bought was a cheapy and it really wasn't strong enough. The transmission went in ok, but the transfer case is much heavier in this case. I had the transfer case nearly into position when the scissor-style jack just started to fold over. I tried stopping the 200+ Lbs with my hand and it just pinned my hand to the floor....fun times.

@EricwatrousITGS 11 жыл бұрын

They should give you a show on the discovery channel, velocity or speed. You do great quality work and it is explained in such a way that beginners trying to get into mechanics, such as myself, can really learn the basics and then some. Thanks for the great videos! Also I have this engine in my truck, very cool to see how it all fits together.

@ericthecarguy 12 жыл бұрын

@PAMAROSHOUSE That would have been nice I appreciate the offer.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@GPSNW Yea that would be nice but not in the budget at the moment, my gut is just the right height though.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@1IdeaAhead Sony HDR-SR11 and HDR-SR8, both work great.

@PoisonousArtwork 10 жыл бұрын

I love your videos Eric, you helped me to learn how to fix the window rollers in my SAAB 9-3, keep up the good work and i will kep watching your videos!

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@michaelovitch Good point, hadn't thought of that.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@watuzi Yea sometimes I'm not the sharpest knife in the drawer, would have made for some good video if I dropped that transfer case on my head though.