Hemi 5.7 swap
09-19-2012, 12:26 PM
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Originally Posted by SprungYJ
I did the swap myself and no problems at all. I did break the clock spring and lost cruise control, but that was my fault. 250.00 later and a new clock spring, my cruise and ESP was back. Todd has answered all my calls and has had a answer for just about every problem I came upon.
We put the same 2011 5.7 VVT motor in my 2011 JK and no cruise control. I wonder if it is the year of the vehicle that is the difference?
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09-19-2012, 04:32 PM
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The jeep is a 2008, and you got me wondering about cruise, so I went out for a spin and it runs great. Accel, decel.... No issue at all. Was your PCM brand new? Did you check the pins on the PCM to make sure none were pushed back? Is your harness built by Hot Wire?
09-20-2012, 03:54 AM
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Originally Posted by SprungYJ
The jeep is a 2008, and you got me wondering about cruise, so I went out for a spin and it runs great. Accel, decel.... No issue at all. Was your PCM brand new? Did you check the pins on the PCM to make sure none were pushed back? Is your harness built by Hot Wire?
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09-20-2012, 04:32 AM
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Look up AEV hemi kit and Burnsville Offroad hemi kit.
They're the major guys out there. Get the numbers from the hemi motor and tranny, so when you call them, they can tell you if you should go for it.
I know Jeep hemis are easier to swap in then Dodge Truck hemis due to the exhaust manifolds.
They're the major guys out there. Get the numbers from the hemi motor and tranny, so when you call them, they can tell you if you should go for it.
I know Jeep hemis are easier to swap in then Dodge Truck hemis due to the exhaust manifolds.
09-20-2012, 09:59 AM
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Thanks guys for taking the liberty of discussing your own issues and questions and leading the thread in a completely different direction. Appreciated
09-20-2012, 04:34 PM
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Sorry MFX, I started off by suggesting Todd @ Jeep Speed Shop for any questions you might have. Personally I would stay away from all the Hemi motors 2008 and older. The VVT Hemi is a way better motor and it's not going to cost you a lot more. Truck motors are the way to go for us (IMO) if you love wheeling. But to answer your first question... Yes it will work!
09-20-2012, 08:04 PM
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Getting my Hemi in a few months!!
A couple of months ago I just purchased a GREAT deal!! Just got a 5.7 Hemi with transmission out of a 2011 Jeep Commander that was in a rollover accident for $1,000.00. It only has 7456 miles on it. I'll take some pics of the engine and transmission. I'll need some help on what's the best kit and method of putting this beast in my JK. I've already noticed that I'll need to do some work on this , some parts are broken and the wiring harness has been cut in a few different places. So I'll need some expertise on this project from start to finish. But I'm on my way to more power and joining the HEMI club
09-20-2012, 08:36 PM
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I would also stay away from any shop that cannot get your jeep back to stock with NO dash lights.
BOR I'd my 2012 with a 392 and I have no dash lights, throw no codes (this was verified using star scan mobile, no codes where suppressed or hidden) and my cruise and ESP works.
Why would you buy a kit that does not cover EVERYTHING! Dan and Brian at BOR know their stuff and will set you straight.
Just my 2 Cents...
BOR I'd my 2012 with a 392 and I have no dash lights, throw no codes (this was verified using star scan mobile, no codes where suppressed or hidden) and my cruise and ESP works.
Why would you buy a kit that does not cover EVERYTHING! Dan and Brian at BOR know their stuff and will set you straight.
Just my 2 Cents...
09-24-2012, 09:06 AM
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I also have a 2008 Rubicon, Burnsville off-road did a 5.7 vvt 2 years ago. The check engine light was on for over a year. And then none of the sensors work so it would not pass inspection. I was told by Dan at Moab last year if I switch to the 6.4 VVT motor, that I wouldn't have these issues so. I paid Dan $12,000 to swap the motors out. When I got my jeep home the check engine light is not on anymore, but it still won't pass inspection the computer is not right ( Not reading the Sensors) I'm out $33,000 on Motor swaps and don't have a jeep that will pass inspection.
09-24-2012, 07:40 PM
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Originally Posted by SprungYJ
Sorry MFX, I started off by suggesting Todd @ Jeep Speed Shop for any questions you might have. Personally I would stay away from all the Hemi motors 2008 and older. The VVT Hemi is a way better motor and it's not going to cost you a lot more. Truck motors are the way to go for us (IMO) if you love wheeling. But to answer your first question... Yes it will work!