I have the I5 and I enjoy it as well and it’s paid off. I wanted to get a V8 but I figured I’d just invest in a ls swap when the engine goes. So far it has been amazing for me
@Zorbii I'm assuming mines stock got it with 33k, I'm looking to do the g2 kit push about 650-700hp. Have you had any problems with it or has the mt82 held up pretty good? Anything you recommend?
I was actually running the tires at around 10-12 psi. Next time I’ll consider dropping them lower if we run into the same situation though. I wish I would’ve done it that day lol.
I have an 06 H3 5 cylinder with stock rear lockers and I purposely got the 5 and not V8. It can still go anywhere the V8 can just not fast on the streets. Got it as the family vehicle and off roading. H3 are fun regardless.
I was considering that as an option, but felt like the V8 would’ve been better for content and selling people on the idea of a hummer being fun. Both make plenty of power for off-roading regardless.
@@Zorbii very true. I live in commiefornia so gas was the reason I went with the 5 cylinder and I’m familiar with that motor as well, I have the Colorado with that same 3.5. The H3s go for about 10k and up, in good running condition. The H3Ts are badass too, I haven’t seen one of those for no less than 18k.
I'm looking for a regular 5 cil H3 just to kill the wngine and swap it for a vortec engine. Probably I will choose a 6.0 L96 engine as it is the most reliable vortec/LS engine ever made, it weighs the same as the 5.3 cuz the block is the same and it makes more power due to the bigger displacement. Not sure about the transmission though, maybe the 4L60 is good enough, but if possible, I want the 6L90 (the heavy dutty you find in the 1 ton trucks with a gasoline 6.0). For the transfer, I think it will do just fine as it is, but maybe I will end up with a proper mechanical one and the lockers have to be air lockers, no way around it. The only thing that is bothering me is the lift... I know a 35" tire will lift it a bit off the ground, but a proper lift is better, maybe a 2 inch body lift to fit 37s and give it one more inch of clearance will do it, but there is only one way to find out right?
@69sound81 I’m kinda thinking the same thing but just swap the 5.6 for a 6.0 and keep the rest stock. I think it’ll hold up find with a simple 4l60 build.
For anybody else out there like me, this WILL WORK FOR GK TECH, Strike Fast Short Shifter also. I couldn't find specific videos with this much detail for the g k tech version, but this is just about the same. Thank you for this video.
I have an 09 alpha adventure with factory front and rear lockers. It will go anywhere that jeep went for 1/10th the price. Plus I guarantee it rides better.
Alpha owner here. Only reason you couldn’t keep up with the 392 is that you found an Alpha without the Offroad package which includes the 4:1 transfer case and locking rear differential. I have an Offroad Pack; it is unstoppable. Also, you didn’t keep your momentum driving up the rocks or through deep mud. Closest thing to locking the right/left together is similar to Humvee locker engagement by applying light brake application to help prevent freewheel spin & keep traction. Get an ARB air locker or two and swap in the BW4494 transfer case and an aluminum shift fork.
What if you consider previously to the lockers, and cam the engine just to fix it correctly? :D Nice vid, but as a Hummer h3 Alpha owner I can tell you that your brakes were not fixed right the second time you were offroading. The ABS light was On, that would turn off the traction control that is AWESOME on Hummers. You need to fix correctly the brakes + traction control system (check your rear brake lights in order to test if they work), if not then the brake pedal switch its shot and the traction control would not work too. Please always remember that first rule doing anything with a truck/car, its to have it correctly serviced!
Dunno if your just taking a break or something but i just hope you keep posting videos to your own channel n keep moving forward. Your work on the 6 channel was always able to brighten my shitty days your editing style and humor is something i hope i continue to see cause it did alot for me over the years ❤
I plan on uploading more! I’ve honestly been busy focusing on my new job and also taking care of some things in my personal life. So far it’s been a pleasant break from things too.
@@Zorbii first of all. Thank you for taking time outta your busy schedule to reply to Me. Means alot actually. Take your time the real fans will be waiting here for you when the time is right. Righting wrongs in your personal life when you have the time only makes sense. Like I said we will be here when your ready man. In the meantime thanks for everything you do. Keep truckin
