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Cracksrubi · 01-24-2013, 12:04 PM

Nice score btw that combo should make sure you have plenty of motivation under the hood
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**Hart_Rod** · 01-24-2013, 12:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Cracksrubi

No way to tell cause if you find a shop that will swap just the shaft it could be pretty cheap but I'm pretty sure with having it for down there gonna say it needs a rebuild to be safe
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It only has 135 miles on it.....

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Originally Posted by Cracksrubi

Nice score btw that combo should make sure you have plenty of motivation under the hood
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I also have a TVS1900 Magnacharger to put on top of the motor....

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Billett · 01-24-2013, 12:23 PM

That's going to be one hell of a truck. Post a link to the build here, I really want to follow some of the info for this swap. I've seen a couple combos on ebay, but I just can't pull the trigger right now.

**Hart_Rod** · 01-24-2013, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Billett

That's going to be one hell of a truck. Post a link to the build here, I really want to follow some of the info for this swap. I've seen a couple combos on ebay, but I just can't pull the trigger right now.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692

Billett · 01-24-2013, 12:31 PM

Thank you! that should last me the whole weekend haha

**Hart_Rod** · 01-24-2013, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Cracksrubi

Pretty sure tranny shop cause from what I gather you have to change the input shaft that everything rides on
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I think I found my answer:

http://www.driveshaftshop.com/domest...ece-driveshaft

$700 for a new 3.5 aluminum driveshaft that takes care of the conversioin with no need to mess with the transmission!!!!!

thor · 01-24-2013, 02:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Hart_Rod

I think I found my answer:

http://www.driveshaftshop.com/domest...ece-driveshaft

$700 for a new 3.5 aluminum driveshaft that takes care of the conversioin with no need to mess with the transmission!!!!!

This certainly is the easiest option versus tearing into the tranny just to swap output shafts. Nice score on that combo BTW!!!

Cracksrubi · 01-24-2013, 04:23 PM

Agreed on the driveshaft and sorry bout the 135 miles I miss read and thought 135k not 135 period that really is a good score barely even got out of dealership
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**Hart_Rod** · 01-24-2013, 05:29 PM

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Originally Posted by thor

This certainly is the easiest option versus tearing into the tranny just to swap output shafts. Nice score on that combo BTW!!!

Thanks!

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Originally Posted by Cracksrubi

Agreed on the driveshaft and sorry bout the 135 miles I miss read and thought 135k not 135 period that really is a good score barely even got out of dealership
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No worries

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namyzzo · 01-29-2013, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Hart_Rod

I've got a 6.2/6L80E out of a 2013 Camaro SS. It's got the funky looking triangle output shaft on tranny. I need to convert it to a slip yoke style like the 6L90E's. I found a kit that provides the necessary parts to do the conversion, but I have been unable to find anything talking about doing the actual swap. Can you DIY or does it have to be done at a transmission shop? Thanks in advance.

Rob

>work at a driveline place...Can you get some specs of that "tri-bolt" companion flange? or maybe part with it?..Would like to check the specs of the flange and see if danamate.com has any normal slip yokes near your specs (internal spline count/spline major diameter, ground hub diameter..etc..) = would be nice to know if theres any easy options..

iv'e seen a few of these "kits" on the net..From bolt on adapters to output shaft swaps!

What kinda of conversion kit did you purchase/where from? It appears by "taking it to a trans shop" - that maybe your "kit" changes the output shaft?

...Just trying to get more knowledge about these newer trans/transfer cases...So much conflicting information out there...

>>> Ha - just got my account approved - now I see the kit your going with!... sounds like an easy choice... Would have loved to know what that flange spec'd out at..

Oh -well...if anyone else get the opportunity - would like to hear what they find out..
Thanks guys!

**Hart_Rod** · 01-30-2013, 10:49 PM

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Originally Posted by namyzzo

>work at a driveline place...Can you get some specs of that "tri-bolt" companion flange? or maybe part with it?..Would like to check the specs of the flange and see if danamate.com has any normal slip yokes near your specs (internal spline count/spline major diameter, ground hub diameter..etc..) = would be nice to know if theres any easy options..

iv'e seen a few of these "kits" on the net..From bolt on adapters to output shaft swaps!

What kinda of conversion kit did you purchase/where from? It appears by "taking it to a trans shop" - that maybe your "kit" changes the output shaft?

...Just trying to get more knowledge about these newer trans/transfer cases...So much conflicting information out there...

>>> Ha - just got my account approved - now I see the kit your going with!... sounds like an easy choice... Would have loved to know what that flange spec'd out at..

Oh -well...if anyone else get the opportunity - would like to hear what they find out..
Thanks guys!

Take a look at t his thread. It has all the specs that you are talking about and better explanation than I could give you,

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http://ls1tech.com/forums/automatic-...slip-yoke.html

Leeforbes · 11-27-2015, 08:52 PM

Just received my 6L80e for thanksgiving! I will add pictures as I drop it in over the coming month.

Tom · 11-30-2015, 05:27 PM

Until they make a decently priced stand alone unit to control this trans and not do a LS swap this trans is a no go for most people. I don't think you can call it just a trans swap when it required a new engine to go with it.....

Leeforbes · 12-02-2015, 05:51 PM

Just ordered this conversion kit to switch from 4WD to 2WD with a slip yoke. Thought I would share the link. $350 for the kit...

clinebarger · 12-02-2015, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Leeforbes

Just ordered this conversion kit to switch from 4WD to 2WD with a slip yoke. Thought I would share the link. $350 for the kit...

Are you going to do this yourself? If so....Get prepared for the Center Support snap ring......It is the stoutest snap ring I have ever ran across!

Chvy2NV · 06-10-2020, 11:54 PM

good info here, subd

toolboxchev · 06-15-2020, 01:18 AM

So I have a question. Drove a truck with that combo while back kinda remember a lag when hitting the throttle with towing a load.

Do this sound familiar? If so, would a custom tune on it bring about more responsive changes?

Posing the question, yeah it may not matter.

01-24-2013, 12:04 PM	#26
Cracksrubi Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Hazel Green Al Posts: 54	Re: 6L80 swaps Nice score btw that combo should make sure you have plenty of motivation under the hood Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 68 c-10 lwb

01-24-2013, 12:23 PM	#28
Billett Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Pittsgrove, NJ Posts: 1,502	Re: 6L80 swaps That's going to be one hell of a truck. Post a link to the build here, I really want to follow some of the info for this swap. I've seen a couple combos on ebay, but I just can't pull the trigger right now. __________________ Will 1968 C10 - Project Texa Go 6.0/4L80e 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 2002 Ford Excursion 7.3L 2024 Toyota Sienna

01-24-2013, 12:31 PM	#30
Billett Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Pittsgrove, NJ Posts: 1,502	Re: 6L80 swaps Thank you! that should last me the whole weekend haha __________________ Will 1968 C10 - Project Texa Go 6.0/4L80e 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 2002 Ford Excursion 7.3L 2024 Toyota Sienna

01-24-2013, 04:23 PM	#33
Cracksrubi Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Hazel Green Al Posts: 54	Re: 6L80 swaps Agreed on the driveshaft and sorry bout the 135 miles I miss read and thought 135k not 135 period that really is a good score barely even got out of dealership Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 68 c-10 lwb

11-27-2015, 08:52 PM	#37
Leeforbes Registered User Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Bradenton, FL Posts: 38	Re: 6L80 swaps Just received my 6L80e for thanksgiving! I will add pictures as I drop it in over the coming month. Attached Images __________________ My 1966 C10 short Bed Fleet Project. Build Photos Accessory Drive System I used

11-30-2015, 05:27 PM	#38
Tom driving is in my blood Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Mesa AZ Posts: 5,737	Re: 6L80 swaps Until they make a decently priced stand alone unit to control this trans and not do a LS swap this trans is a no go for most people. I don't think you can call it just a trans swap when it required a new engine to go with it..... __________________ -78 c10 short/step: 388cid, M20, 5/5 drop, lots more. Playtoy and first vehicle. -98 c1500 x-cab: 5.7L, 17" rims, 5/6 drop, flowmaster, helper bags,NBS rear disk brakes. -02 Suburban 4x4: leveled front -CBR600F4i, CBR600RR, CBR1000RR, and standup skis DISCLAIMER: I cant spell for the life of me.

12-02-2015, 05:51 PM	#39
Leeforbes Registered User Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Bradenton, FL Posts: 38	Re: 6L80 swaps Just ordered this conversion kit to switch from 4WD to 2WD with a slip yoke. Thought I would share the link. $350 for the kit... __________________ My 1966 C10 short Bed Fleet Project. Build Photos Accessory Drive System I used

06-10-2020, 11:54 PM	#41
Chvy2NV Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: So. Florida Posts: 873	Re: 6L80 swaps good info here, subd

06-15-2020, 01:18 AM	#42
toolboxchev Registered User Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: 2nd left past the stump on a dirt road. Posts: 2,629	Re: 6L80 swaps So I have a question. Drove a truck with that combo while back kinda remember a lag when hitting the throttle with towing a load. Do this sound familiar? If so, would a custom tune on it bring about more responsive changes? Posing the question, yeah it may not matter.



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