Thanks for watching! I’m sorry I haven’t posted in a while, work and life got really busy. But I’m back to pumping out videos. Please help me out by leaving a comment and make sure to turn notifications on so you don’t miss a video! Hemi Swap Parts List: docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1OL8GxdgjKzThBju5MkTYFnyWXUWvH7XhhNZi2cOSmos/edit#gid=0 Hemi Swap Playlist: th-cam.com/play/PLNBgnXDC0Wj4kRsesZpKJsvYHO4A7kR9c.html
There are a ton of engine swap videos on TH-cam, but I think this one is far, and away, the best one I've ever watched. You did a brilliant job of touching on all the bases. I really admire your mechanical ability.
I’m wanting to do a 5.7 hemi swap on my 2010 JK in the next 5 years or so when I move and buy a house. I know your not doing a step by step but if I do end up doing so then I’m glad it’s you making videos like these that’ll help people like me out. Thanks and awesome stuff bro!
Hey Ben , please don't apologize for the longer videos . You are a wealth of information and I'm sure it will help someone out either doing this swap or going to do this swap . I'm loving yours and Cassie's videos on the two different swaps into two different Jeeps . I have really been considering a LS swap in my 03 TJ and will make a decision soon . Keep up the great work and I'm looking forward to yours and Cassie's next videos. Take care and be safe sir.
Super excited to follow your progress! The two of you rocking it solo is inspiring. Keep up the good work. Also, loved your video on using drop brackets with adjustable arms.
as stated in other comments, there's a lot to be said about someone doing their own work in a garage or out in the driveway. much respect. you don't see that too much on a lot of these youtube channels. too bad you don't live on the east coast any longer, would love to wheel with ya. maybe one day if yall ever do a fan meet and greet and wheel, i can make the trip. keep up the great work, cheers
Extra thumbs up for the “I don’t care what you identify as...” comment. Hilarious! What’s Cassie’s channel? Would like to check out the LS swap too! Great channel, Ben!
Man, This series is so helpful! I'm searching for good deals on JKUs and looking to swap right away. This is helping me find what I would need and save me money by having me buy the right Jeep to start with! Thanks, bro!
Loving your and Cassie's V8 swap series. Wish I had the knowledge myself to do the same thing and ditch my 3.8L. Maybe in 5 years I'll be ready. And glad to see your dropping more vids. You channel is always so informative and helpful.
Glad this was you doing the engine removal. These days, replacing the entire vehicle seems like the way to go. 😊 Thanks for the video! Already viewed the later upload, showing you doing dirt donuts with the new power plant. 👍
You make it look easy. Sadly I have hip issues so it looks like I’ll be saving up for years to pay a shop do it. I will say that it is still fun to watch this!
You must be young - last time I pulled an engine myself it was on my '69 dodge Dart 340 - in 1974! ! I think there were a couple of wires, hoses plus a few bolts to the trans and mounts; nothing like that pile of spaghetti you're dealing with -Ha! Oil filter will fit, tightly. (Fram #PH16 or equivalent). That's the same angled filter mount that came on my 5.7 WK. Incredible job you're doing; both the swap and the documentary. Keep Cassie Classy!
The thing that holds the radiator is a core support. Those cast exhaust manifolds leave a lot of room for improvement. The cost of an upgrade can put a big dent in you savings account. That 392 looks like its found a home under your hood. Beautiful
20:46 reason why Jeep should have kept the wrangler with manual transmission. THANK YOU! I drive a 2010 Rubicon with a manual. I feel great about my decision.
I own a TJ so most of the video was not relevant however, i watched the entire thing without fast forwarding :D Gave it a thumbs up. great content and instruction.
Not hard to watch at all. Very interesting and informative. You are very Good at delivering the information. I'm very impressed. Also impressed with Cassie. Her channel is awesome too. She is a true wrench. Much respect!
I used a Holley Terminator kit on my 5.3 swap in the TJ. I can’t say enough about how impressed I am with it. Expensive but its a buy once cry once unlimited tuning option.
The next major project i want to do with my 2 door JK, is make it a truck. My friends at Aggressive krawlers in SC put hemis, hellcats, and recently a demon engine in a JT
watching you series here, has kinda made me make my mind up on the swap i want to do for my JKU. love the channel and you do an amazing job with your explanations
Better to use a standard t-case with these bigger engines rather than the Rubicon case. The planetary is actually stronger and you don't really need the lower 4:1 gearing especially with this 8 speed swap.
Looking good. Just looks like changing oil filter will be a real pain once radiator a trans cooler is installed. Hopefully it not as bad as it appears now.
Another way to keep from getting metal shavings from the tap down in there is to put wheel bearing grease on your tap. It will keep the tap lubricated but the metal will stick to the grease
When I did a complete rebuild on my moms 99 Jeep Wrangler with the 2.5L automatic, it was cheaper for me to build my own AN fitted lines for the transmission, than buy them new from the dealer since I couldn’t find them anywhere else.
Love watching these videos on your hemi swap. Slowly been working toward my 5.7 hemi swap into my '77 wagoneer. Going with the 8 speed mated to a sport jk transfer case, will be run off a terminator x Max system. Seeing your progress provides the hope that someday mine will have an engine in the engine compartment again. But for now, work on the axle swap continues
Ben you are goals man! Anyone can go out and send it to a shop have it done for them but not only do you do everything yourself you explain and show us what to do and what not to do. Love the contante can’t wait to see it all done.
Header options are pretty limited for JK Hemi swaps. There are custom long tubes if you are willing to pay big $$$. FWIW, a lower cost header options is the 6.1L GC headers will bolt up and should clear the bolt in engine mounts. You can find a used set for $100-$200. Reclock the exhaust flange or cut them off and use vBands.
FYI if you want to keep a tapped hole clean while tapping dip your tap in bearing grease and the shavings will stick to the taps flutes, then you just clean the remaining grease and shavings out to the hole.
Really appreciate the detailed explanations you provide. It must take a great deal of patience to quit working to film. I’d be chomping at the bit to just get it done.
Great vid as always. Still need to catch up on the ls swap now. For future, apply grease to the flutes of the tap to catch the chips and lube the cutters. Be surprised.
I thought about hemi swapping my 2012 Jk. The cost wasn't the issue...I just couldn't put that much time into it. I ended up settling for an Edelbrock supercharger instead. It definitely isn't a v8, but getting that much power increase from a bolt on also wasn't too bad.
Ben Compiling parts for a swap...For the 8 spd transmission...they are three variants based on gear ratio (3.21, 3.55, 3.92) Which one did you get and does it matter? How did you calibrate the speedometer?
It doesn’t matter, as long as it’s the correct year and 4x4 8hp70 then you are good. Speedometer calibration is the same as it was before with the jeep.
Great progress Ben 2 ideas for you when using the tap next time use grease it lubes the tap and catches the chips in the tap flutes.on the oil filter housing can you reverse the housing on the motor or cut the flange back so you can get to the filter. Keep up the work you will have it running in no time.
Would love to do this in my '98 TJ. The ol' 4 banger doesn't just have that grunt I want. Only thing that I would do different is keep it a manual trans.
@@JKGearandGadgets As much as I love my GM products, a LS swap is too over done imo and feel the Hemi would just be way cooler. But will still check out the channel to see that done.
I'm excited to try to do my hemi swap as well... but unfortunately I'm going to spend alot of time with the details... I would love to have a 5.7 big cam set up with a very clean wire tuck style harness...
I would avoid those exhaust “manifolds” at ALL COSTS, they choke, they get hot and they crack and will thermally expand and snap your bolts. Happened TWICE to my wife’s WK2 grand Cherokee ... I would try the WK2 Grand Cherokee SRT8 manifolds, though they are cast manifolds they have a relatively large exhaust port and larger runners but keep a tucked design that may still clear your motor mounts ... and they didn’t have issues with cracking or breaking the bolts. It may be worth your while to ceramic coat whatever you go with , and perhaps thermally shield your motor mounts ...
It’s easier to put front RCV cv axles or front axle swap a lifted Chevy Tahoe or Suburban than engine swap these Jeeps. The Jeep Gladiator’s wheelbase is longer than a Suburbans. :)
I have full intention of a hemi swap. 173K on my JK. It's getting tired. I live in a no inspection state, and it's going to be off road only, so I will likely use an older Ram hemi to swap in. Cut, bolt and bash. Your videos are great btw.
Glad I came across your vid, I was about to do exactly what you are doing here, except I'm keeping my 4.0 and just going with the 8speed hopefully opposed to doing a gear swap front an rear. Like you said, the low gearing in that 8 is a complete game changer, an even with the Rubicon TC the gearing can't be to low for me. After all who needs a120mph capable Wrangler. If my turbocharged 4.0 cant get it done, I ain't gonna do it.
That was my biggest worry, and I've yet to find any definite info other than that 8speed is in a ton of other vehicles from diff manufacturers, Another thing is how to manage it standalone with a dedicated TCM, I assume it's control is built into the harness reconfigure you purchased to control the engine? Hot Roddin sure seemed a lot easier before FI & Computer chips took over. 😂@@JKGearandGadgets
Thanks for watching! I’m sorry I haven’t posted in a while, work and life got really busy. But I’m back to pumping out videos.
Please help me out by leaving a comment and make sure to turn notifications on so you don’t miss a video! Hemi Swap Parts List: docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1OL8GxdgjKzThBju5MkTYFnyWXUWvH7XhhNZi2cOSmos/edit#gid=0
Hemi Swap Playlist: th-cam.com/play/PLNBgnXDC0Wj4kRsesZpKJsvYHO4A7kR9c.html
About time I thought you quit TH-cam.jk
Link Cassies channel please, I couldn't find it cheers
@@olafstrand9965 its jeep gear and gadgets
Would the 5.7 HEMI from a 2006 Dodge Durango work for this swap? Love the vids by the way!
What are your thoughts on LS vs Hemi? What drove your decision?
Looking good Ben Jammin'.."No matter what you identify as,it ain't gonna work".lol....You got that right...😂😂👍👍
Comment of the year lol
I died when he said that !
Got a thumbs up just for that! Greatness!
There are a ton of engine swap videos on TH-cam, but I think this one is far, and away, the best one I've ever watched. You did a brilliant job of touching on all the bases. I really admire your mechanical ability.
Great progress. There's no need to apologize for video being too long. I'm here to watch and learn and be entertained. Great job my friend!
I’m wanting to do a 5.7 hemi swap on my 2010 JK in the next 5 years or so when I move and buy a house. I know your not doing a step by step but if I do end up doing so then I’m glad it’s you making videos like these that’ll help people like me out. Thanks and awesome stuff bro!
same, wanting to pay it off or get closer to and 5.7L and a tremec 6speed
Hey Ben , please don't apologize for the longer videos . You are a wealth of information and I'm sure it will help someone out either doing this swap or going to do this swap . I'm loving yours and Cassie's videos on the two different swaps into two different Jeeps . I have really been considering a LS swap in my 03 TJ and will make a decision soon . Keep up the great work and I'm looking forward to yours and Cassie's next videos. Take care and be safe sir.
You make the average guy feel included, like " I can do this ! Yes ! " Thank you sir.
Super excited to follow your progress! The two of you rocking it solo is inspiring. Keep up the good work. Also, loved your video on using drop brackets with adjustable arms.
Hemi vs LS? Thoughts?
@@brantleyping9363 That's a good question we get a lot in our shop.
@@brantleyping9363 We prefer LS swaps, but a lot of that comes down to personal preference and budget.
We will never know which thumbnail is better😏 Action shot is awesome. I see you learned how to use a bucket to catch all the mess😂
still didnt work...
@@JKGearandGadgets LMAO! That was Funny! ...and very familiar...
im more impressed that the man is doing this swap in a pair of Crocs.
as stated in other comments, there's a lot to be said about someone doing their own work in a garage or out in the driveway. much respect. you don't see that too much on a lot of these youtube channels. too bad you don't live on the east coast any longer, would love to wheel with ya. maybe one day if yall ever do a fan meet and greet and wheel, i can make the trip. keep up the great work, cheers
I'm the last guy to ever attempt a swap like this but you really broke it down and made it easy to follow. Another great video.
Extra thumbs up for the “I don’t care what you identify as...” comment. Hilarious!
What’s Cassie’s channel? Would like to check out the LS swap too!
Great channel, Ben!
Jeep Gear and Gadgets.
You got more balls then me for taking this on! Nice job!
Big job for a DIY. Good thing you have your ASE and knowledge to accomplish the task.
Nice video....I get to live my dreams through your videos
Action shot! Awesome, you not just another crazy Hemi guy! Now your a crazy hemi guy with a bad ass Jeep!
Man, This series is so helpful! I'm searching for good deals on JKUs and looking to swap right away. This is helping me find what I would need and save me money by having me buy the right Jeep to start with! Thanks, bro!
YAY Congrats On 100k :D
Thank you so much 😀
Cheers to Todd at JSS! Excellent resource for all things Jeep/Hemi related.
Loving your and Cassie's V8 swap series. Wish I had the knowledge myself to do the same thing and ditch my 3.8L. Maybe in 5 years I'll be ready. And glad to see your dropping more vids. You channel is always so informative and helpful.
You could do it. I have confidence that almost anyone could do this
Glad to see this series continue! Already did your one ton swap might have to do a hemi swap now.
so awesome ! I am looking forward to seeing you installing the 6.4L into the JT!
you mentioned that you saved for a couple of years to do the swap... new goal for 2025. Hemi swap for my 2012 Jeep JKU
Glad this was you doing the engine removal. These days, replacing the entire vehicle seems like the way to go. 😊 Thanks for the video! Already viewed the later upload, showing you doing dirt donuts with the new power plant. 👍
Thats awesome dude !!! Thank you for clearing up the transmission/transfer case question I had.
You make it look easy. Sadly I have hip issues so it looks like I’ll be saving up for years to pay a shop do it. I will say that it is still fun to watch this!
You must be young - last time I pulled an engine myself it was on my '69 dodge Dart 340 - in 1974! ! I think there were a couple of wires, hoses plus a few bolts to the trans and mounts; nothing like that pile of spaghetti you're dealing with -Ha! Oil filter will fit, tightly. (Fram #PH16 or equivalent). That's the same angled filter mount that came on my 5.7 WK. Incredible job you're doing; both the swap and the documentary. Keep Cassie Classy!
Not only is using AN cheaper you can make new ones to get off the trail if you carry spare fittings and hose.
The thing that holds the radiator is a core support. Those cast exhaust manifolds leave a lot of room for improvement. The cost of an upgrade can put a big dent in you savings account. That 392 looks like its found a home under your hood. Beautiful
Awesome video - thanks for taking the extra time to take us along!!! Looking forward to next one!!
20:46 reason why Jeep should have kept the wrangler with manual transmission. THANK YOU! I drive a 2010 Rubicon with a manual. I feel great about my decision.
I own a TJ so most of the video was not relevant however, i watched the entire thing without fast forwarding :D Gave it a thumbs up. great content and instruction.
Thank you!
Not hard to watch at all. Very interesting and informative. You are very Good at delivering the information. I'm very impressed. Also impressed with Cassie. Her channel is awesome too. She is a true wrench. Much respect!
LocTite 567 is great for sealing fittings (and head bolts that go into cooling jackets). It isn't a PITA if you have to remove them (like RTV).
I used a Holley Terminator kit on my 5.3 swap in the TJ. I can’t say enough about how impressed I am with it. Expensive but its a buy once cry once unlimited tuning option.
TIP: If you apply grease to the tap, it will capture a lot of the shavings.
The next major project i want to do with my 2 door JK, is make it a truck.
My friends at Aggressive krawlers in SC put hemis, hellcats, and recently a demon engine in a JT
watching you series here, has kinda made me make my mind up on the swap i want to do for my JKU.
love the channel and you do an amazing job with your explanations
Excited to see both swaps completed! Keep up the good work 💪
Better to use a standard t-case with these bigger engines rather than the Rubicon case. The planetary is actually stronger and you don't really need the lower 4:1 gearing especially with this 8 speed swap.
Great video Ben! Hell of a project 💪🏼
You have a Radio DJ voice :D Keep up the great work!
This was extremely satisfying to watch!
Looking good. Just looks like changing oil filter will be a real pain once radiator a trans cooler is installed. Hopefully it not as bad as it appears now.
I played around with it the other night. It’ll be accessible laying down under the jeep. Not super easy, but shouldn’t be too big of a problem
I have been anticipating the video for a while! So exciting!
Impressive swap my dude! Especially doing it solo 🤙🏻. Can’t wait to watch you crank it up once it’s ready! Congrats on 100k
Another way to keep from getting metal shavings from the tap down in there is to put wheel bearing grease on your tap. It will keep the tap lubricated but the metal will stick to the grease
I definitely love the longer videos. It’s nice to set back relax and watch ole Ben get the jku ready to scream. Keep up the good work🤟🏻
Easiest way to get the shavings out while tapping the trans:microfiber on your pinky
When I did a complete rebuild on my moms 99 Jeep Wrangler with the 2.5L automatic, it was cheaper for me to build my own AN fitted lines for the transmission, than buy them new from the dealer since I couldn’t find them anywhere else.
Love watching these videos on your hemi swap.
Slowly been working toward my 5.7 hemi swap into my '77 wagoneer. Going with the 8 speed mated to a sport jk transfer case, will be run off a terminator x Max system.
Seeing your progress provides the hope that someday mine will have an engine in the engine compartment again. But for now, work on the axle swap continues
Ben you are goals man! Anyone can go out and send it to a shop have it done for them but not only do you do everything yourself you explain and show us what to do and what not to do. Love the contante can’t wait to see it all done.
Header options are pretty limited for JK Hemi swaps. There are custom long tubes if you are willing to pay big $$$.
FWIW, a lower cost header options is the 6.1L GC headers will bolt up and should clear the bolt in engine mounts. You can find a used set for $100-$200. Reclock the exhaust flange or cut them off and use vBands.
Damn, you explain everything really well. I doubt I can do this, but I enjoy watching and learning.
Glad to have you back.
Awesome 👌 job on your Hemi Swap. All you...
Currently saving up to do a 5.7+8hp70 swap. Your vids will definitely be helpful. Great Job man
Jason from Autoedits would have s*** a brick at that dirty engine bay. HAHAHA
We LOVE Autoedits. We keep a healthy supply of Toolbox Buddy around the shop. :D
I like the fact that y'all do everything yourself you don't have shops doing everything for you for free
Looks great. Can’t wait to see the end result of both jeeps. Good luck
FYI if you want to keep a tapped hole clean while tapping dip your tap in bearing grease and the shavings will stick to the taps flutes, then you just clean the remaining grease and shavings out to the hole.
For future reference, disconnect the body side of the front grill wiring, there’s only 2 main plugs.
Hell yea ! I’m glad to see you getting after it . Can’t wait to see it run
I’ll never be able to look at my JKU the same again, I need a hemi 😫
Really appreciate the detailed explanations you provide. It must take a great deal of patience to quit working to film. I’d be chomping at the bit to just get it done.
Great vid as always. Still need to catch up on the ls swap now. For future, apply grease to the flutes of the tap to catch the chips and lube the cutters. Be surprised.
Can’t wait for the finished product.
I thought about hemi swapping my 2012 Jk. The cost wasn't the issue...I just couldn't put that much time into it. I ended up settling for an Edelbrock supercharger instead. It definitely isn't a v8, but getting that much power increase from a bolt on also wasn't too bad.
Ben Compiling parts for a swap...For the 8 spd transmission...they are three variants based on gear ratio (3.21, 3.55, 3.92) Which one did you get and does it matter? How did you calibrate the speedometer?
It doesn’t matter, as long as it’s the correct year and 4x4 8hp70 then you are good. Speedometer calibration is the same as it was before with the jeep.
Thanks for these awesome answers
Fits more like a mitten. It fits, just awkwardly
I still want to know who likes to wear mittens 🤔
Looks good I’m in the final stretch of nearly the same swap except manual trans
Yea I'm working on getting together parts for a hemi/manual swap myself. Been doing research and getting together part numbers
I would love to be your nosey neighbor! But here I am in Missouri hoping my 16 sport can look as good as yours one day!! Keep up the awesome videos.
I really enjoyed this one. I like to see the differences between both swaps. Amazing detailed work Ben!!
that was an awesome video! I can not wait for part 2 and hearing the HEMI roar in the JK!
Great progress Ben 2 ideas for you when using the tap next time use grease it lubes the tap and catches the chips in the tap flutes.on the oil filter housing can you reverse the housing on the motor or cut the flange back so you can get to the filter. Keep up the work you will have it running in no time.
Thank you for every thing you do. You help out thousands
Lookin good man, I'm watching and learning as much as I can. Love your channel, you do a great job explaining everything.
That steering sounds like going full hydro might be a great option....
Khal srt be going crazy with the swap
Super excited for this swap!
Thanks for the detailed video! You make the hemi swap seem simple.
Nice work, thank you for all the tips. Look forward to the wiring harness install.
Very excited for you guys.
Cut the funnel part off of the oil filter housing. This way you won't have to fight the oil filter when taking it out.
Now this is a good idea!!
Thanks for the good videos! Just about done with my 1 ton swap and next winter project is going to be a hemi swap.
I enjoy the long videos, looking forward to doing my swap so this is helpful
if you put a little grease on the tap your good
Would love to do this in my '98 TJ. The ol' 4 banger doesn't just have that grunt I want. Only thing that I would do different is keep it a manual trans.
Check out Cassie’s channel, jeep gear and gadgets. An LS swap is a great choice for a tj and can be very budget friendly
@@JKGearandGadgets As much as I love my GM products, a LS swap is too over done imo and feel the Hemi would just be way cooler. But will still check out the channel to see that done.
Thanks to you I now have a 1 ton swap 2011 JKU with your exact wheels and tires. It looks like your gonna be responsible for my hemi swap also. 🤣
Do it!!
@@JKGearandGadgets oh it's happening!🤣
I'm excited to try to do my hemi swap as well... but unfortunately I'm going to spend alot of time with the details... I would love to have a 5.7 big cam set up with a very clean wire tuck style harness...
I would avoid those exhaust “manifolds” at ALL COSTS, they choke, they get hot and they crack and will thermally expand and snap your bolts. Happened TWICE to my wife’s WK2 grand Cherokee ...
I would try the WK2 Grand Cherokee SRT8 manifolds, though they are cast manifolds they have a relatively large exhaust port and larger runners but keep a tucked design that may still clear your motor mounts ... and they didn’t have issues with cracking or breaking the bolts.
It may be worth your while to ceramic coat whatever you go with , and perhaps thermally shield your motor mounts ...
Very impressive I must say. I on the other hand am a pansy. So I'll be contacting Jeep Speed shop to do the work installing my 5.7 hemi for me.
Good job. This is going to be great
Ben this looks good thanks for you videos and hard work regards from Iceland
It’s easier to put front RCV cv axles or front axle swap a lifted Chevy Tahoe or Suburban than engine swap these Jeeps. The Jeep Gladiator’s wheelbase is longer than a Suburbans. :)
I have full intention of a hemi swap. 173K on my JK. It's getting tired. I live in a no inspection state, and it's going to be off road only, so I will likely use an older Ram hemi to swap in. Cut, bolt and bash. Your videos are great btw.
Ben Yall broke 100K congrates man
Loved your video. After seeing it I subscribed to your channel. Looking forward to seeing more on your awesome project.
Ben lets get those Jeeps fired up get er done guys
Hell yeah! Congrats Ben!!
Glad I came across your vid, I was about to do exactly what you are doing here, except I'm keeping my 4.0 and just going with the 8speed hopefully opposed to doing a gear swap front an rear. Like you said, the low gearing in that 8 is a complete game changer, an even with the Rubicon TC the gearing can't be to low for me. After all who needs a120mph capable Wrangler. If my turbocharged 4.0 cant get it done, I ain't gonna do it.
I don’t think the 8 speed will bolt up to the 4.0, different bell housing pattern.
That was my biggest worry, and I've yet to find any definite info other than that 8speed is in a ton of other vehicles from diff manufacturers, Another thing is how to manage it standalone with a dedicated TCM, I assume it's control is built into the harness reconfigure you purchased to control the engine? Hot Roddin sure seemed a lot easier before FI & Computer chips took over. 😂@@JKGearandGadgets