fixing the WORLD'S WORST lowering kit THE RIGHT WAY

No video

fixing the WORLD'S WORST lowering kit THE RIGHT WAY

Рет қаралды 26,758

Күн бұрын

a MAJOR PROBLEM with the Tacoma needed to be taken care of before it gets shipped away. That's right, we're saying goodbye to the tacoma, but it hasn't been sold. You will see it again, just in another place and time. There were a few botched parts of the suspension install that someone did before I got my hands on this mini truck, and the problems had to be corrected. I couldn't stand to look at the truck, so it was time to get out the welder and fix the problem. Also in this video, we go on our first test drive of the 4l80e swapped AWD copo truck, and there are a few tweaks we'll have to make there as well. But overall, we took care of both problems and got the tacoma shipped off in time.
#tacoma #4l80e #lsa

Пікірлер: 242

@graygoose8938 Жыл бұрын

Ive always liked these little single cab tacomas.

@SLP2300 2 жыл бұрын

8.1 in the Taco! 🤣 that would be insane!

@HostmorkeCZ 2 жыл бұрын

But rear placement of engine, in the bed!

@SilverTRD 2 жыл бұрын

This guy... THIS GUY HAS THE RIGHT IDEA!

@ryandoyle4344 2 жыл бұрын

22R would be a sweet build for the Taco, possibly add some boost! Hard to beat a turbo K-swap, if looking for an engine

@shadowopsairman1583 2 жыл бұрын

GM Atlas

@simbanugz2906 2 жыл бұрын

Nothing Beats a ls swap in terms of price, Any v8 in that tiny truck gonna be insane.

@charlesschneider7079 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely do the 4-link and coilovers. The 1UR or 2UR swap would be fun to watch. Everyone does an LS or 5.0 swap. This would be different.

@rotaxtwin 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you've become attached to the Tacoma, a regular cab, 4 cyl, 5-spd Toyota mini truck is a keeper.

@amateurtouring 2 жыл бұрын

Tacoma needs a GM Atlus straight 6.

@shadowopsairman1583 2 жыл бұрын

Any of the Updated Atlas would be good.

@E1337Jerk 2 жыл бұрын

A little porting and chamber work and they make really good power

@Zenki240sxse 2 жыл бұрын

This would be pretty cool

@jacoblove2564 2 жыл бұрын

I can relook at my tune when I get home this evening and tell you which setting it was to keep the converter locked when it shows 0% throttle. It was bothering me locking and unlocking with the cruise set going down the highway so I fixed mine

@LawrenceTolman 2 жыл бұрын

I'd be curious to hear what you did to change that

@ryurc3033 2 жыл бұрын

Please, need this info

@jacoblove2564 2 жыл бұрын

Under the transmission tab, go to torque converter tab, then apply/release and adjust the minimum throttle release parameters. You will need to fine tune your speed release and apply as well so it doesn't pull the engine down at slower speeds with the tc locked

@jacoblove2564 2 жыл бұрын

That should work on the gen 3, my gen 4 has an actual minimum tps enable and disable option

@jamesbertok2265 2 жыл бұрын

Howdy LT, all GM calibrations are configured to unlock the converter with a throttle lift or brake circuit sense. It becomes more apparent with higher stall speed converters and a stronger TCC. Also, the weak point in a 4L80-E is the overdrive roller clutch. This component was redesigned for 2001 moving forward with smaller rollers that are now each captive in alignment foots to prevent skewing which is apparently a problem that affected some units although I've never seen it happen personally. The smaller rollers unfortunately don't hold the torque the old larger pre-2001 ones did, so due to that component, having the TCC unlocked during the 3-4 should help it hold up.

@2000S10V6 2 жыл бұрын

Minitrucks have always been special to me. I bought my 2000 S10 brand new and still own it today. 4" drop all around, 17x8 wheels, stereo system etc. I just love it! Hopefully in the future I can drop a 5.3 in it. Funny you mention seeing an Impala SS because I just picked up a 1995 Impala SS. It needs some TLC and paint but it is a solid car and the interior isn't trashed like most out there.

@LawrenceTolman 2 жыл бұрын

That is awesome!

@davidryder5082 2 жыл бұрын

I had an s 10 with zq8 and a Colorado with zq8. Love to get a new Colorado withzq8 and turbo 4 from my Sierra. Think it would be more fun and pretty fuel efficient. For a truck

@HodgeGarage86 2 жыл бұрын

For the converter to stay locked when you let off the gas you can adjust the minimum throttle release low and high speed tps under trans , TQ converter, apply/release. And for the converter staying locked during the shift you have to have shift lock enabled under TQ converter general tab

@HodgeGarage86 2 жыл бұрын

Nevermind I seen in your tune you already have that enabled

@Fernando-Lopez67 2 жыл бұрын

Keep the Tacoma for sure I would love to see your iteration of it.

@chadmorrison_ 2 жыл бұрын

I put the bell tech 5978 leafs on right before you bought it! Technically it's supposed to be lowered 6" after your mods, I don't think they lowered the truck 3" in reality. The 5" blocks were also there so I can air the suspension all the way up and have it level with some engines/fab material in the bed vs level at lower air PSI in those air shocks

@johnwolf2838 2 жыл бұрын

Minimum throttle release in the apply and release table is for lock when releasing the throttle

@danmitchell1665 2 жыл бұрын

Once the COPO gets the bigger motor, put that 4.8 in there. Upgrade the brakes all the way around because every Tacoma I have driven from generation had horrible brakes. 4 link and coilovers would take a bunch of the roughness out of the ride so yes!

@jacobwebb8818 Жыл бұрын

First gen facelift owner here. 2001 year model base with manual trans has PLENTY of brakes, I've moved over to 225/45/17 Lexani tires on Fauxbra SVT wheels and I stop reeaalllyy well. You're only as good as your tires are, not your brakes, but it really helps when your truck weighs like 2600 pounds lol

@brianbailey5720 2 жыл бұрын

Please LT do NOT put the big block in the COPO truck leave that one ls u already have a big block to play with. I did the brake conversion on my 03 Silverado this weekend used 14 Silverado 1500 parts and man what a difference it made in stopping power thanks for the content 2jz on the Toyota or an L33 5.3 there still pretty cheap and easy to get if you want an aluminum LS.

@skwerlee 2 жыл бұрын

Makes me miss my old 98 Tacoma. Went from stock to a static drop, to bagged on 18’s

@teaguegearhart9851 2 жыл бұрын

I like the raise in the back. Looks great.

@jedibusiness789 2 жыл бұрын

That last remark confirms LT is a motor head. 😂😏👍

@LawrenceTolman 2 жыл бұрын

guilty!

@Carl_Jr 2 жыл бұрын

This sounds weird coming from a guy to a guy, but dude! Keep the longer hair! It actually makes you look younger. The shorter hair makes you look like an old guy trying to look young. IDK why but it just does. 😂 Keep up the great work! I love your videos.

@danh.4995 2 жыл бұрын

That truck is screaming for a Lexus LS V8 drivetrain. Now I want a little blue truck too!

@MrAlexiasjones 2 жыл бұрын

i set my triple to lock up in third around 120-130mph in third with tow haul mode. its a setting for the lockup during shifts. transmission tab> torque converter> general > shift lock disable or enable.

@randyjones1618 2 жыл бұрын

Lmao. LT at the end you were so about to say "next time on truck tech" oh yes you were lmao.

@LawrenceTolman 2 жыл бұрын

lol... 5 years of habit can be hard to break

@randyjones1618 2 жыл бұрын

Lol I'm sure and I did love the show but, I like what you're doing now better so, steady as she goes man.

@6.SlowSilverado 2 жыл бұрын

Ok a 8.1 Tacoma would be absolutely insane and I would love to see that and it would be a lot more cost friendly considering the spare 8.1 from ugly truck but I would also really enjoy seeing a 1UZ build that does a little bit of drifting and drag racing.

@Mattjor 2 жыл бұрын

Really great difference looks a ton better

@marcmo7138 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you factored in the pinion angle. I bought a kit for my truck that said to get max drop you remove the shims under the leaf. the shims had the angle built in. It ruined my rear end in no time.

@rickypowell2564 2 жыл бұрын

Show us more of those fab skills with diy defuser, spoiler, body kit, ect.

@andrewbetz3477 2 жыл бұрын

For your converter unlocking issue: Trans>torque converter>apply/release Under minimum throttle release, change high speed TPS Lo and High Speed TPS High both to 0%. Had this same issue on an 04 P59 with 4l80 segment swap. Stays locked on decel when cruising.

@andrewbetz3477 2 жыл бұрын

Stock was 2% Lo and 4% High. Weird glitch. I spent a while looking through forums.

@courtcowling3066 2 жыл бұрын

Put the 4.8 LSA in the Taco. Gale Banks duramax crate motor in the COPO truck.

@HRMN8R 2 жыл бұрын

You sure don't get to see many of those SS's anymore. Fastest couch I've ever experienced!

@nickcastillo2567 2 жыл бұрын

Also maybe a small engine awd combo would suit the Tacoma? Sounds fun to have a fantastic 60ft time. Maybe a subaru STI motor and drive train in that. Or maybe a Honda k20 and awd drive train? Two super cool choices. Great channel..

@Joyrider564 2 жыл бұрын

I kinda like the idea of a wrx/sti motor in it. Possibly AWD, but even RWD would be cool!

@sgtmiki_ 2 жыл бұрын

8.1 swap the Tacoma with fully adjustable 4 link in the rear some extra bracing in the chassis and tub the bed to fit some drag slicks out back.

@georgeryan6423 2 жыл бұрын

Go ahead LT I know you just want to build that TACOMA 👍

@gtrider316 2 жыл бұрын

I could be wrong but I believe the TCC unlock with 0 pedal problem is under Torque Converter/Apply Release/Min Throttle Release. Set TPS fields to 0% and VSS to 256. ...Obligatory try at your own risk.

@frankieestrada6510 2 жыл бұрын

Glen auto performance makes some very nice trans cooler lines with 6an fittings

@david63390 2 жыл бұрын

You kinda crack me up complaining about the firm shifts. You want a fast hard shift otherwise you're just wearing clutches and raising temps. I enjoy your videos. Keep up the good work

@TravisFabel 2 жыл бұрын

Actually what you want is a manual transmission. Because otherwise it's not elite.

@david63390 2 жыл бұрын

@@TravisFabel I have three automatic vehicles and two manual vehicles. Got to have a little variety. Oddly I prefer manual transmission in traffic. Especially if it's a sports car.

@be6322 2 жыл бұрын

A 5.3 would be cool in my humble opinion… I can go pound sand though if you’re against that lol. Had a 2003 Tacoma lowered and it was a beast on curvy mountain roads.. love the show!!

@M1sterGuy 2 жыл бұрын

I wanted a 6bt in the taco but the 8.1 is a fair compromise. Build it and do a giveaway? Best thing you could do for your channel. You'll make it to 100k this year buddy!

@LawrenceTolman 2 жыл бұрын

Not a bad idea!

@edwinmonterroza7426 3 ай бұрын

I like how the wheels look

@bstrange3124 2 жыл бұрын

You’re videos keep getting better and better. Good content, good tech, good delivery. Keep going. Good luck

@LawrenceTolman 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!

@PetesGarageandperformance 2 жыл бұрын

All 4l80e transmissions unlock the converter on deceleration so the engine can idle. I assume it’s for better fuel economy. It’s hardly noticeable in a heavy duty truck with stock exhaust. But it’s incredibly annoying in a lighter vehicle with exhaust. Also if your running a larger throttle body it’ll get annoying because it doesn’t take as much throttle angle to maintain a certain speed. There is a min tps unlock parameter in hptuners that allows you to set when it’ll unlock based on tps. I use the bluecat transmission tool and it makes setting up shift points and lockup fairly easy.

@Scottstunts 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome truck! Do a 1UZFE swap with a manual.

@yourfriendfarming758 2 жыл бұрын

Sb 350, and C notch the frame. Fill the bed with speakers and amps. 👍

@garvinboyce2937 2 жыл бұрын

Man I love that Tocoma I have a 91s10 now I’m thinking of selling the s10 and getting a Tocoma I have always wanted one..

@MrMasterDin 2 жыл бұрын

you can defiantly leave the converter locked on the 2008 e38 t42 computer (silverado 80e swap). id have to check what i did in my tune.

@notseanoleary 6 ай бұрын

I’m the new owner of the Tacoma! Funny to see this video because I was not expecting that lol

@anthonyvalerio2899 9 күн бұрын

From what vehicle are those wheels ?

@notseanoleary 4 күн бұрын

@@anthonyvalerio2899 mustang

@frostybytes6835 2 жыл бұрын

I was kind of hoping you were shipping it to Florida to have your own vehicle at the Freedom Factory at all times 🤣

@LawrenceTolman 2 жыл бұрын

Lol… that would be a fun place to send it

@christianmeeks4430 2 жыл бұрын

I think it would be pretty awesome to see a built 5.7 from a Tundra in it.

@jglew82 2 жыл бұрын

I still say 5VZ v6 in the Taco. That would be clean and fun.

@wontsay7923 2 жыл бұрын

My 6l80 does the same weird torque converter lock up in 4th. Even after tuning, and a ZL1 6l90 converter, it still does it.

@jameshall4385 2 жыл бұрын

I would drop in a 2uz-fe motor in it and add a little boost. Everyone is doing ls swaps.

@thatbuelldude189 2 жыл бұрын

I think a cammed LV3 4.3 v6 would be a perfect swap for the taco

@veronly2 2 жыл бұрын

turbo'd

@thatbuelldude189 2 жыл бұрын

@@veronly2 even na with a cam the lv3 can kick 350hp out Thats more than enough to be really fun Then supercharge it for the full effect

@nathangortz3203 2 жыл бұрын

Would the Taco have been shipped to a place such as a new work shop since a new work shop would be like free parking until decisions are made on the trucks fate?

@hotflashfoto 2 жыл бұрын

The TCC lock up may unlock during DFCO. A throttle pedal module might let you set a minimum throttle percentage so the BCM, TCM, and/or ECM think the throttle still has a bit of "tip-in", as if your foot is holding it just barely above idle. Without it going to full idle, DFCO may not engage, which could be unlocking the TCC.

@InnocentMiscreant 2 жыл бұрын

Time to test that 4l80e out

@LawrenceTolman 2 жыл бұрын

Yup. I’ll get a few more miles on it and see what it can hold

@bhawthorne74 2 жыл бұрын

Min throttle release. It drove me nuts when I did the 4L80 swap until I figured it out.

@chrispreston5100 2 жыл бұрын

4g63t swap it. You saw what it did with the Mitsubishi Mighty Max you raced. And they're STUPID easy to get like 800-900hp out of. And ridiculously reliable.

@Sneakdisscommentbelow 2 жыл бұрын

Would of liked to see a comparison of before and after e.t. L.T.

@marcmo7138 2 жыл бұрын

my 6l80 in my v6 reg cab short bed 2wd Silverado runs196 degrees commuting to work. Thats with the thermostat bypass installed

@amstaffmike80 2 жыл бұрын

I would definitely keep the Tacoma, great vehicle to run to the store in around town. Maybe keep the engine N/A but go AWD, think COPO truck but w/o supercharger. Get a high revving motor(Honda S2000) or go something cool like ITB which will give it a great sound. Sell the COPO, never liked the orange anyways

@deanmoberg445 2 жыл бұрын

You don't like the Orange? Hmm guess your opinion of not liking the color of all things means that beast should be moved on. Interesting.

@captain1334 2 жыл бұрын

Paint the copo truck hemi orange

@davidgarcia834 2 жыл бұрын

Keep it! Yes 4 link and lets see how low buck you can manual 1jz swap it. Or 1uz!!!!!!! 😲

@jordanwatts7192 2 жыл бұрын

3sgte would be great. And there's a company that makes the bell housing conversion and you can use a 3sgte clutch. 👌🏾👌🏾

@kevinboer4848 2 жыл бұрын

I'd put an aluminum block LS (LS3 maybe?) in the Tacoma and keep it NA built for high rpm and swap in a T56 or your choice of 6 speed. Keep the light weight theme going with it and gut it and make it a road course machine.

@54inches 2 жыл бұрын

You can get a low gear gear set for the 4L80E. They make a 1 and 2 gear set. 3.00 1.50 if I remember correctly.

@kenswitzer4133 2 жыл бұрын

Put a heartbeat in it. Have a rocket Oma.😁👍

@CTemple82 2 жыл бұрын

Have you ever considered mounting the trans cooler under the bed somewhere, maybe behind the rear axle? Then you could put an auxiliary fan on it and not have to worry about routing the lines past any heat sources.

@ProModsPerformance 2 жыл бұрын

My LS3 swapped Miata with full accessories/interior was 2550 with a 1/2 tank of fuel

@brendan747 2 жыл бұрын

also, the 3/4 converter lock unlock is probably due to your speed your commanding lockup at try 43-44mph. my truck was doing the same thing.

@brendan747 2 жыл бұрын

PAT G. in victoria texas tuned my 02 HD, he has my converter staying locked when i let off the gas

@TT.357 2 жыл бұрын

I think a 1JZ or possibly 2JZ would be awesome in the taco, but if you really want a lightweight sport truck you could do a 3S, or even a 2ZZ and turbo it. The 2ZZ revs to about 8200 RPM, it comes factory with forged rods, and it’s an aluminum block, so it should be lighter than just about anything else on the market.

@rickypowell2564 2 жыл бұрын

Build it!! Please help me figure out how to LS swap mine with your guidance. Do a budget drift rig/auto cross

@davidblalock9945 2 жыл бұрын

Honestly, if you can’t leave it as “the one i don’t mess with” so you always have a functioning parts go getter, then sell it to me, because I need one badly.

@ryurc3033 2 жыл бұрын

I will sell you a 4 cylinder extended cab S10.

@zarkeh3013 2 жыл бұрын

Transmission Temperatures! T T's!!! @ 18:00 -ish One reason to plumb the radiator into the circuit is to warm up the transmission in Low Temp conditions (Winter, bleh). In a Desert No worries, butt.... if a Glacier comes chasing ya, maybe use a temp controlled T valve thingie to utilize either Transmission Radiator Cooling (or Warming)! ****shrugs**** things to not think about in a Desert, lol.

@E1337Jerk 2 жыл бұрын

You could go 1jz with a turbo (much cheaper than the 2j) if u want to keep it as light as possible u could put a rotary in it. Or go crazy and put the 8.1 in her. Maby with some 3.33 gear to tone down the tq

@torque-ej4nu 2 жыл бұрын

Rotory isn't light at all man. I've had 2 lt1 swapped rx7 turbo 2s and they were 50 pounds light with that iron block aluminum headed v8 over the rotory drivetrain

@jeremyleverette6750 2 жыл бұрын

I like the 4.8 lsa swap an 8.1in the stepside

@bryandevries7210 2 жыл бұрын

The 4 link and coilovers would go well with a V8 NA build...we have seen you build with boost, maybe show how much power you can pull without boost? That little bit of extra tire looks great!

@j.d.kennedy1231 2 жыл бұрын

What's in the fridge???? This is good, dare I say " Great " content!!!

@gravitygear 2 жыл бұрын

I think you should keep the truck. Mini trucks need more presence. MAYBE not what they had in the mid-late 90s, but it's all broverland builds now. Do a watts link, with c-notch and drag blocks. Scrape baby scrape.

@barneyross4393 2 жыл бұрын

Keep and build.

@jeffwilson8106 2 жыл бұрын

You better put the built 8.1 in the stepside!

@TheBeerBox80 2 жыл бұрын

It looks much better.

@terryjohnson8978 2 жыл бұрын

I would be curious about the lockup under decel as well. Doesn't bother me but always thought it weird as well on my 4l80. Mines a towing application though.

@cryptoredneck8255 2 жыл бұрын

I love that minitruck

@jacobmartin1951 2 жыл бұрын

I fabed up a daul fan set up with a tru cool 40k trans cooler. I can keep my temp at 125 all day no problem.

@LawrenceTolman 2 жыл бұрын

that would be a great addition to my truck

@davegagnon23 2 жыл бұрын

Do it in stages try taking the rad cooler out of the loop and retest before you start changing other things like the blower cooler the an lines would be a good idea or some sleeves for the hard lines

@lysdexicsoftheworlduntie1881 2 жыл бұрын

If you keep the Taco, I would either put a LC Engineering Stage V turbo stroked 22RE in it or swap in a old school aluminum Buick 215 V8 with a Olds F85 turbo setup. Keep COPO and Ugly Truck intact.

@cr500mike 2 жыл бұрын

I've got a premo 98 f-150 lariat 5.4, short wheelbase, step-side, white grey leather that I plan to build but it only has 180K and these are known for lasting 300K++ miles. So not sure I want to do it. I've thought about buying a Toyota truck like yours and building it, so I would be very interested in seeing the little truck built. I knew the weight of the little trucks and know that 400-500 wheel horsepower would make a 2600 lb. scream.

@Spartanstoner96 2 жыл бұрын

Please don't get rid of the taco it's cool as hell keep her put some coil overs on it slap a nice motor (jdm motor of course cuz why not) and road cross it or drag race it that would be awesome

@jberkhimer 2 жыл бұрын

The trans temp issue is 100% airflow. Mine doesn't go anywhere near 150, even on 105' days, same trucool 40k cooler. gotta be lack of airflow.

@rancedanko 2 жыл бұрын

A boosted ls with a 6 speed manual is what id do

@droppedf100 2 жыл бұрын

For the Tacoma do a sbf nitrous set up. And keep the leafs and do some caltracs and an 8.8 rear

@fartzr.schmelli3351 2 жыл бұрын

I think a rev-happy V6 would be great for this truck. Nothing with too much torque to just blow the tires away. 300-350hp in this lightweight would be so much fun!!

@hayden6056 2 жыл бұрын

4 point great out of the copo in to it and put a 6 litre in the copo lol.

@idriwzrd 2 жыл бұрын

Build the Taco Auzzie-style with a turbo 1uz and a A341 auto.

@GMCJay_lly 2 жыл бұрын

OM606 in Taco

@user-neo71665 2 жыл бұрын

I'd build the engine in it and turbo it. I've done a V8 taco. Unless you're drag racing it only they ain't very friendly without dumping tons into the suspension. A V8 takes up all the room under the hood which makes working on it a pita.

@DM-qp7do 2 жыл бұрын

My converter in my 07 Classic does the exact same thing. Its a 4l70 with 3.23 gears and its like the converter is hunting, in high gear it can't decide if it wants to lock or not, its annoying.

@TandD1w 2 жыл бұрын

I’d encourage you to do a 4BT swap with TKX trans and 3.05 gears. Won’t be the fastest, but it would be a ton of fun to drive and would cruise wonderfully. Should be able to get high 30’s, maybe 40mpg.

@ryurc3033 2 жыл бұрын

4bt and trans that goes with it is 1/4 the weight of the truck. A 6speed Camaro drivetrain could knock down 25 on the highway, weigh less so it handles better, and 2x the power.

@dannyr3346 2 жыл бұрын

Jeez man is that trailer big enough for that teeny truck

@RAWRMotorsports 2 жыл бұрын

This thing would be a beast with a turbo k24

@ericbrenner690 2 жыл бұрын

Make it AWD and V8 like the yellow Silverado that you have. Just THINK of how quick that little truck could be. Probably faster than a Syclone/Typhoon with a turbo setup @ the same HP level.

@snappyaj9053 2 жыл бұрын

You mean the orange one?

@ericbrenner690 Жыл бұрын

@@snappyaj9053 Is it orange? Looks yellow to me.

@snappyaj9053 Жыл бұрын

@@ericbrenner690 your display settings may make it look more yellow, but LT says it’s Land Rover Tangiers Orange. I’m bias as my dad has a Boss 5.4L F-150 that’s hugger orange. I like your idea of a Syclone like AWD Tacoma but would stick with a Toyota power plant like 2JZ or 1UZ. How about an AWD Dakota with Hellcat power?!