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JJAB · 06-13-2011, 11:05 AM

Guys, I was just wondering. I currently have a 6.0 with a 4L80E. The transmission seems to have a converter whine. It has the correct amount of transmission fluid. Anyways, I have access to a 2500 stall converter for a 4L60E. Can I use it in my 4L80E? Just wondering!!

BR3W CITY · 06-13-2011, 12:55 PM

The 80E uses 6 bolts to the flywheel, I believe the 60e does not.

**Clyde65** · 06-13-2011, 01:41 PM

What he said^^^^^^

JJAB · 06-13-2011, 05:06 PM

Not trying to be a smart _ _ _, but I am aware of that. Are the both of you saying that it wont bolt to the flexplate.

clinebarger · 06-13-2011, 05:14 PM

4L60E & 4L80E converters do not interchange. I would like to know more about this whine, Does it only happen in 1st gear? All the time?

5150.4.67 · 06-14-2011, 12:31 AM

^^^Agreed. Get that whine figured out before you are replacing more than a converter..............

JJAB · 06-14-2011, 10:41 AM

The whine is consistent throughout each change of the gears. The whine was rather loud at one point when I first did the the new engine start up. Now that I am driving the vehicle and of course checking vehicle fluids daily, the whine is not as loud but is present It actually sounds like a real quiet gear drive, but it is definitely coming from the converter. My truck is somewhat sluggish aslo.

BR3W CITY · 06-14-2011, 11:55 AM

any problems with lock up?

JJAB · 06-14-2011, 05:37 PM

I do feel the tranny lock up. But, it slips in and out of lock up. Currently, the truck is being driven in town, so a lot of stopping and starting. It just really drives like I have a stall converter and it is just the original converter that came with the 4L80E.

clinebarger · 06-14-2011, 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by JJAB

I do feel the tranny lock up. But, it slips in and out of lock up. Currently, the truck is being driven in town, so a lot of stopping and starting. It just really drives like I have a stall converter and it is just the original converter that came with the 4L80E.

The fluid pump can make whining noises (wore out pump) or its injesting air from a bad pump to filter seal, cracked filter housing, low fluid level or restricted cooler flow.

The converter could be bad, BUT a bad converter can & will damage the transmission.

Take it to a transmission shop & have them do a line pressure test in reverse should be at least over 250psi, If not its rebuild time.....How many miles are on your trans? 4L80Es do fail. They are VERY stout transmissions, but they dont last forever.

5150.4.67 · 06-15-2011, 01:32 AM

I, for one, am glad guys like clinebarger take the time to answer posts to help folks out. I'll say it in case someone forgets...THANKS!

JJAB · 06-15-2011, 09:50 AM

Clinebarger, I am very appreciable to your answer about the tranny. I do plan on having the tranny tested as you said. I will keep you posted on the outcome.

**Clyde65** · 06-15-2011, 10:22 AM

Chris, you rock!

i'll send a check Monday..JK

clinebarger · 06-15-2011, 09:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 5150.4.67

I, for one, am glad guys like clinebarger take the time to answer posts to help folks out. I'll say it in case someone forgets...THANKS!

Thank you.

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJAB

Clinebarger, I am very appreciable to your answer about the tranny. I do plan on having the tranny tested as you said. I will keep you posted on the outcome.

Let us know

Quote:

Originally Posted by Clyde65

Chris, you rock!

i'll send a check Monday..JK

I dont take Rubber Checks!

**Clyde65** · 06-15-2011, 11:13 PM

awwwww Man, that hurt dude, hurt real deep too......

06-13-2011, 11:05 AM	#1
JJAB Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Waco,Texas Posts: 143	4l80e/4l60e Guys, I was just wondering. I currently have a 6.0 with a 4L80E. The transmission seems to have a converter whine. It has the correct amount of transmission fluid. Anyways, I have access to a 2500 stall converter for a 4L60E. Can I use it in my 4L80E? Just wondering!!

06-13-2011, 12:55 PM	#2
BR3W CITY meowMEOWmeowMEOW Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: MKE WI Posts: 7,128	Re: 4l80e/4l60e The 80E uses 6 bolts to the flywheel, I believe the 60e does not. __________________ *'66 Short Step / SD Tuned / Big Cam LQ4 / Backhalfed /Built 4l80e / #REBUILDEVERYTHING* MY BUILD THE H8RDCPTR //\\ MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL REV J HD

06-13-2011, 01:41 PM	#3
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,546	Re: 4l80e/4l60e What he said^^^^^^ __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!*

06-13-2011, 05:06 PM	#4
JJAB Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Waco,Texas Posts: 143	Re: 4l80e/4l60e Not trying to be a smart _ _ _, but I am aware of that. Are the both of you saying that it wont bolt to the flexplate.

06-13-2011, 05:14 PM	#5
clinebarger Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Fort Worth, TX Posts: 6,370	Re: 4l80e/4l60e 4L60E & 4L80E converters do not interchange. I would like to know more about this whine, Does it only happen in 1st gear? All the time?

06-14-2011, 12:31 AM	#6
5150.4.67 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Modesto, Ca Posts: 411	Re: 4l80e/4l60e ^^^Agreed. Get that whine figured out before you are replacing more than a converter..............

06-14-2011, 10:41 AM	#7
JJAB Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Waco,Texas Posts: 143	Re: 4l80e/4l60e The whine is consistent throughout each change of the gears. The whine was rather loud at one point when I first did the the new engine start up. Now that I am driving the vehicle and of course checking vehicle fluids daily, the whine is not as loud but is present It actually sounds like a real quiet gear drive, but it is definitely coming from the converter. My truck is somewhat sluggish aslo. Last edited by JJAB; 06-14-2011 at 10:41 AM.

06-14-2011, 11:55 AM	#8
BR3W CITY meowMEOWmeowMEOW Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: MKE WI Posts: 7,128	Re: 4l80e/4l60e any problems with lock up? __________________ *'66 Short Step / SD Tuned / Big Cam LQ4 / Backhalfed /Built 4l80e / #REBUILDEVERYTHING* MY BUILD THE H8RDCPTR //\\ MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL REV J HD

06-14-2011, 05:37 PM	#9
JJAB Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Waco,Texas Posts: 143	Re: 4l80e/4l60e I do feel the tranny lock up. But, it slips in and out of lock up. Currently, the truck is being driven in town, so a lot of stopping and starting. It just really drives like I have a stall converter and it is just the original converter that came with the 4L80E.

06-15-2011, 01:32 AM	#11
5150.4.67 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Modesto, Ca Posts: 411	Re: 4l80e/4l60e I, for one, am glad guys like clinebarger take the time to answer posts to help folks out. I'll say it in case someone forgets...THANKS!

06-15-2011, 09:50 AM	#12
JJAB Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Waco,Texas Posts: 143	Re: 4l80e/4l60e Clinebarger, I am very appreciable to your answer about the tranny. I do plan on having the tranny tested as you said. I will keep you posted on the outcome.

06-15-2011, 10:22 AM	#13
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,546	Re: 4l80e/4l60e Chris, you rock! i'll send a check Monday..JK __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!*

06-15-2011, 11:13 PM	#15
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,546	Re: 4l80e/4l60e awwwww Man, that hurt dude, hurt real deep too...... __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!*

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