2008 Chevrolet Tahoe Engine Swap in 5 minutes GMT900

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  • Опубліковано 15 жов 2024
  • Pulling the motor in a Tahoe is difficult.. but doable with a person with patience and a bit of know how. This 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe GMT900 has had a perfect life, besides its last oil change before I received it. That oil change destroyed the motor, so it needed a like new one.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 126

  • @radiohead2206
    @radiohead2206 Рік тому +48

    Too all those who replace engine: RESPECT!!! 🙏

  • @angryjoe5741
    @angryjoe5741 Рік тому +46

    I had to laugh because I replaced the engine in my 2010 Tahoe recently, and I bought the exact same engine hoist and stand as you put together at the beginning of this video. It all seemed so familiar!

    • @moniqueisqueen8330
      @moniqueisqueen8330 Рік тому +1

      I'm about to do mines it's so expensive at a shop they are telling me everything will be 7k

    • @zacharyzambrana9360
      @zacharyzambrana9360 Рік тому

      @@moniqueisqueen8330 bad ass! I hope you were successful.

  • @ddl2k7
    @ddl2k7 Рік тому +12

    I'm a bit jealous of that climate, everything looks like it just rolled off the line, up here in the salt belt everything is just falling to dust, our rigs rust out before the engine shits... Usually lol

    • @truenewsglobal
      @truenewsglobal 7 місяців тому

      Seriously… I was just thinking the same thing. I would be looking at nothing but rust everywhere.

  • @davidcooper6618
    @davidcooper6618 2 місяці тому +1

    just what I needed, i didnt need to see every detail and spend 45 minutes, just wanted to basics. great job and thank you for taking the time. 5 min and the first two were putting engine hoist together. lol.

  • @bluntforce8749
    @bluntforce8749 Рік тому +4

    Well u guys made this super easy for me I kinda figured it wouldn’t be rocket science might take a me a few since it’s just my self can’t wait to get my ls in my obs

    • @AutoMotivate
      @AutoMotivate  Рік тому

      Take your time my friend, wish you luck!

  • @Jay_Force_One
    @Jay_Force_One Рік тому +4

    Had to replace the engine in my Volkswagen Jetta. A lot of people think changing an engine is hard, but honestly it’s pretty simple…..just super time consuming.

    • @mattgaming8717
      @mattgaming8717 3 місяці тому

      That's true, just did my jeep Liberty, and by myself. 8 was scared but now months to later. I'm happy with it.

    • @Payote88
      @Payote88 25 днів тому

      Big difference between a 4 cylinder and a V8 space wise

  • @lamontgray6015
    @lamontgray6015 Рік тому +3

    I wish I was this good and confident with car repair I'm still on minor stuff

  • @mackfrizzle5045
    @mackfrizzle5045 Рік тому +2

    Awesome video, I wish you lived around the corner from me!!!!

  • @Patriot-hz8xk
    @Patriot-hz8xk 10 місяців тому +10

    Oh, he means the video is 5 minutes long

  • @ranjah007
    @ranjah007 Місяць тому

    Great video. Thinking of tackling the same project but one question. How did you handle the crane with the slight driveway slope. Were you able to maneuver it into the garage or just transferred to the stand from where the crane was on the driveway? Thanks

  • @AutoMotivate
    @AutoMotivate  2 роки тому +3

    All future Tahoe videos are here:
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    Playlist with all the Tahoe Videos and in-depth explanations of the process:
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  • @ehw1615e
    @ehw1615e Рік тому +2

    Great Video! I have a 2007 Avalanche 5.3L; I'm thinking it should be the same..

    • @AutoMotivate
      @AutoMotivate  Рік тому +2

      Should be identical! I wish you luck!

    • @zuriiiii77
      @zuriiiii77 9 місяців тому +1

      It’s the same

  • @Hwyw
    @Hwyw 4 місяці тому +1

    It's my first time changing an engine so can I expect to do it in 15 minutes?

  • @bearpawlawncareandconstruc4233

    How much was the engine and how long was the swap? Im reaching close to 300,000 miles on my 4.8 thinking bout swapping for a lower milage engine.

    • @AutoMotivate
      @AutoMotivate  Рік тому +2

      These 4.8s in these trucks for the years are a bit difficult to find for a direct swap, so I had to buy it off of eBay. I think I paid $1200. The swap took a week to do. If I dedicated all day for several days, it could take 1-2 days, especially with a friend and the right tools.

    • @anamositykilla2190
      @anamositykilla2190 Місяць тому

      ​@AutoMotivate having a friend around even motivated me to do more. It's a weird effect. Otherwise it's like you said. Probably take me a week. Three days or less If super dedicated. But having a companion around can help! Sometimes you need that extra set of hands!

  • @big5ive459
    @big5ive459 Місяць тому

    About to put a corvette engine in my 07 Tahoe…Anything I need to know specifically. Trans,Harness anything like that different?

  • @KamBry-p8w
    @KamBry-p8w 8 місяців тому

    Awesome Video Is there a way to determine which ls years are for which trucks>

    • @Godsoldier
      @Godsoldier 6 місяців тому

      they go by the 8th Digit of your Vin to have the Best Match is what i know

  • @chauceyhunt85
    @chauceyhunt85 2 роки тому +5

    Very cool!! I’m assuming that was a used engine replacement? What condition was it in? Did it come with a warranty, just in case? Any improvements over the original engine?

    • @AutoMotivate
      @AutoMotivate  2 роки тому +5

      It was a direct replacement. The only "improvement" is that I installed fresh gaskets and parts to it. I think it had a 30 day warranty off of eBay. Could probably buy one from the local salvage yard for cheaper.

    • @tonytrap
      @tonytrap Рік тому +2

      Doing the same to my Sierra now. Oil pam recommended ?

    • @gaedikus
      @gaedikus Рік тому +1

      @@AutoMotivate what oil pan got slapped on there?

  • @Itdontmatter69
    @Itdontmatter69 Рік тому

    I’ve been working on pulling mine and the transmission won’t let go of the engine. Think I pulled out 8 bolts, pretty sure that was all of them

    • @AutoMotivate
      @AutoMotivate  Рік тому

      Recheck my friend. I thought mine was out too, but there are some hidden bolts near the firewall.

  • @tonytrap
    @tonytrap Рік тому +1

    I bought a replacement 5.3 motor for my Sierra I have a 2011 and it’s a 2013 replacement vin code is 7 original motor is three days they are direct fit. Question is should I use the computer on the new harness or can I keep my old one in ?

    • @amandaburleson2035
      @amandaburleson2035 7 місяців тому

      did you figure it out

    • @arireid1245
      @arireid1245 3 місяці тому

      The one that came with the motor. If you use the same ECM the odometer will read the same mileage on the dash.

  • @weswesley8567
    @weswesley8567 9 місяців тому

    Sooo I want to swap my 5.3 out for a 6.2 in my Yukon and I’m no mechanic so would it still be just a basic swap as in snatching old motor out and replacing it or would I have to change something else

    • @AutoMotivate
      @AutoMotivate  9 місяців тому

      The 6.2 will probably have a few different wires and need a different computer. Not 100% sure though

  • @kevinmcnabb168
    @kevinmcnabb168 7 місяців тому

    So how long did it really take???

  • @BenPanek
    @BenPanek 3 місяці тому

    Where did you get your new motor from

  • @alexjr215
    @alexjr215 Рік тому +1

    Video time 2:04 what size bolt are these,Holding Engine to stand?Thanks in advance!

  • @Luis-ru6md
    @Luis-ru6md 2 роки тому +2

    When aligning with the transmission do you raise it slightly up or it should slide in ??

    • @AutoMotivate
      @AutoMotivate  2 роки тому +2

      If I remember correctly, I just had the motor titled

  • @averagejoesgarage8335
    @averagejoesgarage8335 2 роки тому +1

    How manny actual hrs/days ? went into doing the swap ?

    • @AutoMotivate
      @AutoMotivate  2 роки тому +4

      The hours were scattered because I slowly worked on it as I waited for the motor. I’d said I put in a total of 2-3 days. First time doing it

  • @timbowers1
    @timbowers1 Рік тому +1

    you should do the dod delete in the ecm i got 221000 miles with no problems other them when i turn it up it breaks the rearend or the driveshaft them 10 bolts are just junk but good video man

    • @AutoMotivate
      @AutoMotivate  Рік тому +2

      It’s actually the 4.8L motor, which doesn’t have the AFM. Little bit less power, but it’s still has some get up and go

    • @Seeyuhslime
      @Seeyuhslime Рік тому

      @@AutoMotivate 4.8 just a different stroke from what I recall, definitely the motor to have for this gen. Does 30 hp really matter in a big SUV that isn't a sports car?

    • @bigreesetv
      @bigreesetv Рік тому

      @@Seeyuhslimeidk but I’d take all I can get

  • @samlewis19
    @samlewis19 Рік тому

    I have a 08 Escalade that spun a rod bearing. Swapped the motor out from a used parts shop and truck won’t start now. Any idea on where to start looking?

    • @AutoMotivate
      @AutoMotivate  Рік тому +1

      Missed plug perhaps. Did you replace it with an exact replacement from the same year,

  • @jeancadet5862
    @jeancadet5862 11 місяців тому

    he saving money 💰

  • @catherineharris4746
    @catherineharris4746 Рік тому

    Simply outstanding!👏👏👏👏👏👍👍👍👍👍

  • @Marsonpika
    @Marsonpika 11 місяців тому

    The turtle 😂

  • @redd0680
    @redd0680 Рік тому +1

    Is it possible to swap the 5.3 to an LS3. I have a 08 Yukon

    • @kb01663
      @kb01663 Рік тому

      Yes but you'll need to get it tuned

  • @roguepilot1
    @roguepilot1 Рік тому +1

    How did an oil change destroy the engine?

    • @oxford320
      @oxford320 Рік тому

      probably the cheap oil change place didn't put the plug in properly...

  • @saywin3091
    @saywin3091 Рік тому

    Any issues with the front bumper hitting the lift?

  • @Wannakatana2112
    @Wannakatana2112 Рік тому

    How do you match the engines, to know what will be a direct replacement when buying a used engine specifically?
    If the vehicle the motor comes from a different model, can that have differences in say wiring harnesses for example where it would be difficult to just swap the engine and plug everything in like it was on the old engine?

    • @AutoMotivate
      @AutoMotivate  Рік тому

      You have to make sure you are getting the same engine code. Look up how to look up your engine code and then find that said engine on eBay or a local picknpull

    • @Wannakatana2112
      @Wannakatana2112 Рік тому

      @@AutoMotivate thanks!

  • @kaspertexas3627
    @kaspertexas3627 6 місяців тому

    That kat tho 🤤

  • @noobstrom3279
    @noobstrom3279 Рік тому

    Whats that blue mat that he put before driving the car on it

    • @AutoMotivate
      @AutoMotivate  Рік тому

      its just a blue tarp from walmart

    • @noobstrom3279
      @noobstrom3279 Рік тому

      @@AutoMotivate it does stop or something like that from falling on ground?

    • @knarfweasel
      @knarfweasel 5 місяців тому

      It's to catch any oil/fluid drips so the driveway doesn't get stained ​@@noobstrom3279

  • @tevinsims1105
    @tevinsims1105 Рік тому

    Where did you order the motor

  • @Trygn
    @Trygn Рік тому

    What year is interchangeable with these tahoes as far as transmission

    • @FTFL82
      @FTFL82 5 місяців тому

      06 and 07 is only 06 07 classic and nbs I've been told from dealer but wrecker says 07 is only 07 for nbs other years idk I have 07nbs

  • @NeilPeart_2112
    @NeilPeart_2112 Рік тому

    I was told that you had to do some sort of reprogramming when switching engines? You can't just put it in and start it up. True?

    • @AutoMotivate
      @AutoMotivate  Рік тому

      I am not 100% sure, but that would make since. The ECU is programmed to my 4.8L and its specific parameters. A 6.0 would breath quite a bit different.

    • @NeilPeart_2112
      @NeilPeart_2112 Рік тому

      @@AutoMotivate I'm sorry, I mean even the same direct replacement, same size, everything.
      For a non-mechanical person, to save $7500 in labor, I was going to try and do it myself. Dumb idea? The swap I mean.
      My friend and I replaced a V6 with a V8 when I was a teenager in a parking lot with no tools LOL We had to drill new motor mounts. That's the extent of my experience.

    • @NORCALPYRO_
      @NORCALPYRO_ Рік тому

      ​@AutoMotivate ah i was gonna say looks like it doesnt have dod which is always a plus its the good ol 4.8 lil brother lol🤣

  • @YoungsCustom
    @YoungsCustom Рік тому

    How'd you get the tranny off? Didn't show any of that!

    • @damapema
      @damapema Рік тому

      We didn't see the funniest part: the f top bolt of the 4L60E. Nice video.

    • @IDABAYAREA650I
      @IDABAYAREA650I Рік тому +1

      You dont have to remove the transmission out of the truck

    • @JohnSmith-xx1lx
      @JohnSmith-xx1lx Рік тому +1

      He just unbolted the bell housing.

  • @dirtyr1937
    @dirtyr1937 Рік тому +2

    5 mins aka 55 hours 😂

  • @Agent.K.
    @Agent.K. 2 роки тому

    You put the same 5.3?

  • @sharpie132
    @sharpie132 9 місяців тому

    I want to pull mine out and refresh it, need another car tho

  • @doddgarger6806
    @doddgarger6806 Рік тому

    Probably could have ripped the head off passenger side literally have to remove only the exhaust manifold and intake so easy to do to swap a couple lifters and would have been fine turn off AFM of course

  • @aadi_piprotar
    @aadi_piprotar 3 місяці тому

    I don't bother locking up my car at night. I just remove the engine before I go to bed.

  • @ZiggZagg11
    @ZiggZagg11 2 роки тому +1

    I used a tree and a come along once... 😎

    • @ZiggZagg11
      @ZiggZagg11 2 роки тому +1

      It took me about 5 minutes also... 😂🤣😅☺️😘

    • @AutoMotivate
      @AutoMotivate  2 роки тому

      If you fast forward it fast enough 😂

  • @drnotboot
    @drnotboot Рік тому +1

    This video is sped up and edited it must have taken at least 10 minutes to swap that engine.😂

  • @smokey_gator_239
    @smokey_gator_239 Рік тому

    Go Gators!!! 🐊🐊🐊

    • @AutoMotivate
      @AutoMotivate  Рік тому

      🐊 let’s see what next year holds! Merry Christmas

  • @doddgarger6806
    @doddgarger6806 Рік тому

    Went to the dealership first, quoted $11,000 lol
    Ok... Lemme see

  • @420flying6
    @420flying6 Рік тому

    So you guys are regular dudes or mechanics by trade??

    • @AutoMotivate
      @AutoMotivate  Рік тому +1

      We are regular dudes with a hobby working on our own project cars.

  • @ozzygroove83
    @ozzygroove83 Рік тому

    5 min or 5 days lol

  • @MegaHowtoMan
    @MegaHowtoMan Рік тому +1

    Quite impressive you did this in your drive way. You should use gloves.

  • @izzymang9015
    @izzymang9015 9 місяців тому

    Bro this ain't no 5min it was time consuming letting your lady help you t build the stand for the engine g so I can see this is something that is going to be time consuming to do.

  • @LovenotHate130
    @LovenotHate130 28 днів тому

    And to think my friend ask me to install his engine not

  • @aqeelaqeel5137
    @aqeelaqeel5137 2 роки тому

    ❣️❣️❣️🥀

  • @brian7189
    @brian7189 Рік тому +5

    Seek Jesus! He’s the way! The truth! And the life! Repent for the Kingdom is at hand!

  • @roshandsouza3421
    @roshandsouza3421 Місяць тому

    😂😂 5mins

  • @Swanlord05
    @Swanlord05 Рік тому

    Dude how you gonna take one engine out n swap it with another junky engine

    • @AutoMotivate
      @AutoMotivate  Рік тому +3

      It’s running flawless, that is why.

    • @amandaburleson2035
      @amandaburleson2035 7 місяців тому

      cus he paid 1,200 for a good engine. and a new engine would be more than twice that money

  • @dougkaylor2528
    @dougkaylor2528 3 дні тому

    5 mins my azz !!!!!

  • @altacat9702
    @altacat9702 Рік тому

    : )

  • @mdskydive7245
    @mdskydive7245 2 місяці тому

    I see this is a video about assembling equipment, not taking out an engine.

  • @alisaleh2509
    @alisaleh2509 2 роки тому +1

    U should have put 6.0 lq4/lq9 in there instead this engine with faulty fuel active management system trash

    • @AutoMotivate
      @AutoMotivate  2 роки тому +5

      The 4.8L is just as reliable as the 6.0. The 5.3L is what you are talking about.
      However, if i did upgrade to the 6.0 I would also have to swap out the ECU and ect

    • @richzhoo4236
      @richzhoo4236 2 роки тому

      Ecu? I have 07 im wanting to go with 6.0

    • @AutoMotivate
      @AutoMotivate  2 роки тому

      @@richzhoo4236 that’s the computer module. I could be wrong though.

    • @AutoMotivate
      @AutoMotivate  2 роки тому +3

      @@richzhoo4236 if I knew I could have done that, I would. You might also want to consider the transmission. I’m not sure if it was built for that power. Some research should definitely be done before you spend the money on the 6.0

    • @richzhoo4236
      @richzhoo4236 2 роки тому

      @@AutoMotivate kk

  • @johndoe-kz8zt
    @johndoe-kz8zt Місяць тому

    noasitol

  • @dazzanw5067
    @dazzanw5067 8 місяців тому

    You forgot, “diy engine install in 5min, mechanic wanted $5k, I diy so I saved $5k….” Never mind the f’n stupidity of the above statement, it’s YT in 2024…facts and truth been gone, it’s above clicks and sticking yourself with selfiesticks!