LS Swap My Jeep Wrangler!! Lets Teardown and Inspect the "Junkyard" V8

LS Swap Parts List: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1HDpByCdnKh2DDT_qvMAfHqx-NNP5Ww4GvPHhc3pVzDs/edit#gid=0
LS Swap Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4qTbXwvo0iBLhc0UNL_tXXugFQOHR-bV
Its time to LS Swap my Jeep Wrangler!!!
This is going to be a somewhat long process, and i dont want to cover every single step of the process, however ALL of the main important steps will be covered in these videos.
To start off, we have to make sure our "Junkyard" engine is in good shape!!
In this video, we are checking out the engine to see if we are in store for a full rebuild or if this 5.3 LM7 will hold strong to the LS legend!

Products used in this Video:
ICT Billet Valley Cover Knock Sensor Delete: https://www.ictbillet.com/ls-gen-3-billet-valley-pan-cover-plate-knock-sensor-ls1.html : ICT Billet makes a ton of really cool products for LS based engines, as well as other products that are very helpful when doing a V8 swap in any vehicle.
ICT Also has a helpful LS Swap guide that goes over basic LS info, along with wiring pin-outs and torque specs!

Chemical Guys Degreaser Concentrate: https://amzn.to/2Rin529

Full Gasket Set For 5.3 LM7: https://amzn.to/3bX69rh (Currently Out of Stock)
Full Gasket Set, (Other option): https://amzn.to/32pPCcs

Engine Stand: https://amzn.to/2GWGCTN
Engine Hoist: https://www.harborfreight.com/1-ton-capacity-foldable-shop-crane-61858.html

Cheap Exhaust Headers: https://amzn.to/3bUw8jm **We still have to make sure these will fit with the Wrangler swap engine mounts**

ARP Exhaust Header Bolts: https://amzn.to/33hjOW8
ARP Assembly Torque Lubricant for precise Torque Values: https://amzn.to/3hlJrdr

Back to what i was saying... We started out by removing the front accessories (Alternator, AC, Power steering pump, water pump etc). Then we removed all of the old wiring harness which was cut in half during the previous owners removal. I will say, if you can buy an engine/trans combo with a full wiring harness and ECM then it can help with pricing in the end. Personally, id rather use a new harness..
For a few reasons;
-We know the wiring is good and not brittle.
-An aftermarket harness only comes with what we need.. No need to sort through the factory wiring to clean up un-needed wires.
-Aftermarket harnesses can be found for pretty cheap, and allows us to buy a new ECM that is already programmed with certain features (More on this in future videos).

With the wiring harness off, we were able to pressure wash and clean up the engine. After that, it was time to open up the LS engine and inspect it.
Everything looked good, just some carbon build up over time!!
This means we dont have to do a rebuild... Sure we could, but the LS engines are made of magic... and if possible, leave the OEM parts inside the engine, they are made of some type of diamond forged metal made by a wizard himself (Apparantly)...

Now, i know i didnt talk too much about the engine and the entire goal of the project...
There are just so many choices of engines to choose from. If your looking to do a V8 swap in your Jeep Wrangler TJ, YJ, LJ, CJ, or any of the older Wranglers, then the Gen 3 5.3 LM7 is a great option.
These engines are everywhere, and are usually pretty cheap.
These engines usually come with a 4L60E, which is a 4 speed auto trans. Should be strong enough to hold up well in a lightweight 2 door jeep.

Remember that technically you have to swap in a newer Engine... So if you have a 2005 jeep, you need to swap in a 2005 or newer V8. Depending on your State and laws you might have issues if swapping an older engine (2002 5.3 into a 2004 TJ, etc)

The goal is to keep this swap budget friendly, while still making sure it gets done right!!!

Thanks for watching! If you have any tips on LS Swaps, or V8s in general press let me know in the comments!

And for my "Jeep Fam" as Ben Said... Dont worry, i have more "Jeep" videos coming soon!!! The 4.0 in the Wrangler is not coming out yet, so that means more upgrades, mods, and wheeling in the next videos!!

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